Tokyo: Oreimo

The actual amount received will definitely not be that number.

"The consumption tax is 5%, the profit exceeds 3000 million yen, the income tax rate is 37% of the net profit, and the resident tax is 10%. Such a simple math problem, I don't need to tell you the answer."

"As expected, only half remains."

If you calculate it this way, you'll only get 2500 million yen in actual cash; almost half of the profit will be taken away by taxes.

Including the 1500 million yen production cost deducted before the calculation, the remaining amount is 4000 million yen, after deducting the loan belonging to Ling Nai and the share that should be received by Hououin Saori.

The final disposable amount will probably be around 2000 million yen, right?

If the company's main revenue source is a corporation, then at least a significant amount of tax can be saved.

Unfortunately, he didn't have enough capital to register a company before the CM exhibition ended.

A prerequisite for establishing a company is having proof of assets of 10 million yen, even if that money can be used for company operations.

However, at the beginning of the plan, Ryosuke did not have the ability to come up with so much money all at once.

He has now paid a heavy price for this.

Japan has very strict regulations on this matter, and if you try to avoid taxes to save money, you will eventually end up in jail.

Ryosuke found it despicable, but there was nothing he could do.

"After the CM exhibition ends, you need to register a company as soon as possible and transfer the game copyright to the company's name, otherwise the subsequent tax burden may be ridiculously high."

Phoenix Inu Saori offered a well-intentioned reminder.

Based on the sales figures from the first day of the CM exhibition, it's almost certain that the items will sell out in the following two days.

Moreover, given the quality of FSN, it has the potential for a wider market. At this point, we should strike while the iron is hot, establish a company as soon as possible, and transfer the copyright of the game to the company for operation.

This way, when the real bulk of the profits are generated, losses due to taxes can be avoided as much as possible.

"Yes, we agreed on that a long time ago, didn't we?"

Ryosuke nodded.

"After the CM exhibition ends, I'll call Ling Nai and we'll go to the Legal Affairs Bureau together to register the company."

He paused, then added, "You'll be a co-initiator and one of the shareholders, so you'll need to be present for these procedures."

Phoenix Inu Saori casually flipped the sizzling beef tongue on the grill with tongs:

“I know. I’ve already prepared the articles of association, seal certificate, and capital custody certificate in advance. The notary’s authentication appointment is scheduled until after the CM exhibition ends.”

Ryosuke was taken aback.

This guy had already gone through the process a long time ago.

When did you start preparing?

"Last month."

Saori pushed up her glasses, the lenses reflecting the firelight from the oven.

“Since we’ve decided to set up a company, these things have to be done sooner or later. I happen to know a judicial scrivener who helped me sort out the procedures.”

"By the way, I've tentatively decided on the location of this store near Akihabara. Once you've decided on the headquarters address, we can proceed with the transfer registration."

"..."

Ryosuke didn't know what to say for a moment.

No wonder the other party had confirmed the company name with me beforehand.

For the past six months, he has been immersed in the scriptwriting, material integration, and promotion of Fate/stay night, devoting almost all his energy to the game itself.

Phoenix Institute Saori not only contributed a large amount of code during the development phase, but also took on the responsibility of implementation and operation.

It seems the other party has far too many friends in related fields.

"What's wrong? Are you too moved to speak?"

Saori tilted her head to look at him, a smile playing on her lips.

"If you're truly moved, perhaps..."

"Not as good as what?"

"Why don't you marry me? I'm quite confident that I can be your good wife."

Are you serious?

Ryosuke was genuinely moved for a moment, and blurted it out as if possessed.

Because the other party was far more capable than he had imagined, he had just had the idea of ​​binding the other party to his 'warship' no matter what.

But he soon regretted it.

Responding to Phoenix Institute's jokes with this mindset seems a bit too disrespectful.

If Phoenix Inu Saori is serious, then responding for this purpose would be very irresponsible towards both of their futures.

But to his surprise, Phoenix Inu Saori was clearly taken aback after hearing his question.

Then, under Ryosuke's gaze, she burst out laughing, clutching her stomach and laughing so hard she could barely breathe.

"You wish."

"Just kidding~ You're not really planning to say yes, are you?"

“…”

"You rascal..."

Ryosuke wished he could disappear into a crack in the ground.

I was completely fooled. I should have known this guy was joking, and I actually responded.

One of the three great illusions of life, I've fallen for it again.

He couldn't help but cover his face, failing to notice...

As the charcoal fire beneath the grill dripped with oil, flames unexpectedly erupted, illuminating Phoenix Inu Saori's cheeks. Her fair skin flushed as if it had been heated.

As she laughed, she couldn't help but clutch her chest, as if she couldn't breathe properly.

But only she knew that it was because of her rapidly beating heart.

'He actually responded...'

'But you backed out at the last minute... Saori...'

'No, it's not the right time yet. We should wait until the company is officially established...'

Phoenix Inu Saori tried to calm the pounding in her chest, as if she had never been nervous or excited about it before.

She picked up a sizzling piece of grilled meat and put it in her mouth.

"Mmm~ It tastes really good."

Just like how I feel right now, it's the best!

Chapter 84 Brother?

After having a meal with Phoenix Inu Saori, the two said goodbye at the restaurant entrance.

When Ryosuke returned home, it was already very late, close to ten o'clock, and his parents had already gone to bed.

Ling Nai, however, heard the commotion, slightly opened the door a crack, and peeked out of the room with a hint of displeasure on her face.

What? This guy always comes home this late, isn't that outrageous? Why doesn't Dad ever care?

If things continue like this, won't we be staying out all night from now on?

"You're back too late! Did you go out and fool around with the Giantess?"

Ling Nai felt it was necessary to remind this cheap older brother.

"Well, we had a meal together."

"By the way, did you have fun today?"

When Ryosuke asked, Ling Nai's originally stern face unconsciously broke into a smile.

To be honest, I'm glad I went to the CM exhibition today. Nanako Matsui's performance was just as good as I expected, quite wonderful.

Wearing the Moon Witch cosplay outfit, her posture and voice made her seem like a real-life embodiment of the character she created. I was completely captivated.

awesome!

That shy yet slightly seductive outfit made her unable to resist having wild fantasies.

"Hmph, not bad."

But when facing Ryosuke, the blonde girl still turned her head away rather bluntly, her lips slightly parted in a smile.

Is it really that exciting? It seems like holding a book signing event just for this was worth it.

Ryosuke smiled but didn't say anything, preparing to return to his room.

"Hey."

The girl behind him called out to him in a low voice.

"Is there anything else?"

"It's nothing." Ling Nai looked a little embarrassed. "Thank you for today..."

"elder brother...."

If it weren't nighttime, in a very quiet situation, you'd probably have to get quite close to hear that thank you.

"!"

Ryosuke suddenly turned around, only to find that his sister's door was already tightly closed.

This guy, after all this time in our blended family, is this the first time we've spent together?

It's about formally referring to yourself as "older brother".

"So this is the gift?"

Ryosuke stood there for a moment, then couldn't help but chuckle before returning to his room.