Chapter 61 : Stick it up, Take it up
Life is unpredictable is what people say and I tend to agree with them.
For example, today, there seems to be a culture festival coming up, and everyone seems to be preparing for it. Our class is preparing for a group speed dating activity, which I find hilarious. and There seems to be a pageant show, and finally a ball in the evening.
I forgot that the culture festival was a thing. and even worse my class is opting for a stupid idea... I'll just sit this one out.
"And the PIC of this event will be... Yu Narukami! Good luck!"
Yu just have to raise a flag huh?
Since everything that had happened I forgot that I was still a high school student. If tying other people's loose ends gives me a dollar, I would have enough to buy a big mac from McRonalds... probably...
Minako seems to be doing fine-ish... I mean she had a good head above her shoulders. it's just WHY DOES NOBODY NOTICE SHE'S A MUTE!
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*ring ring*
"Yes?"
"Ah Maou-sama, I've prepared everything you had asked for. we're currently opening stalls in all major shopping districts in the country."
Ah Hideyoshi works fast as always. It's barely been a week and Hideyoshi's made a lot of progress. D-KOI, our brand, is opening in all major cities.
"And how's the reception?"
"Superb, Maou-sama, I couldn't have imagined people would line up for this, but they did... and we have already asked Jin-san to send us a couple more manpower. but he can only provide people from the Tokyo area."
Ah that's true since he's the Tokyo's conductor now.
"What other cities needed a hand?"
"Osaka for one needs more people..."
Is there a reaper in Osaka? I bet there is... But I wonder who in Osaka right now that I can contact.
".... and that's about it"
Shit. I spaced out there. What did he say?
"Ok, just write up a financial report and a business plan for me to review, then send it to Joshua."
"Of course, anything else Maou-sama?"
"Nothing, keep up the good work, and how's the family these days?"
"Ah, anee-san is busy with all the studios under her, and she's finally one step closer to being a novelist herself."
"It's good to hear. Thank you for your hard work."
"Waga Maou."
It's nice if life is just as peaceful as this.
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Later that night I was at home, reviewing the business plan and reports that were sent to me, now I'm getting a headache...
Is this number even real? I think there are 2 extra 0's added. But looking at it objectively, a 200% ROI in a week is mind boggling.
"Oh, you're finally a working man, I was wondering If I had to take multiple jobs to fund the family."
"By the looks of it Anee-sama, that may come true, if our Demon Lord didn't suddenly have a flash of inspiration."
You guys...
"So how was your day?"
"Same as always, although I say that, there seems to be more government vehicles camping in our area. but nothing drastic as of yet"
Izanami said that like it's not a big deal, but trust me that's a drastic measure you know.
"Mine's all well Maou-sama, just talked to a few criminals, and I have to say it's intriguing to know that some people think that they stood above all others just by having a small privilege."
Oh you've seen nothing yet angel-san.
"Hey! stop spouting out work related topics at home. That's how you get an early divorce in a relationship."
The door flung open as Uncle Ryo spouted out those sentences and was back with slightly reddened cheeks. It seems that it's a hard day at work...
"Ah Chief, welcome back, I thought you said you'll head back first."
"Joshua, sometimes, life happens..."
"Ah I can tell by the smell of the alcohol, you better wash yourself first Chief, Nanako-chan and Haruka-chan are not back yet."
"..."
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I decided to ignore the comedic skit today and focus on these reports. They are also showing interest in my anime, and well who would have guessed the anime will be a hit. The figure is astronomically huge to say the least. So I decided to make another call.
"Ah! Maou-sama, is something the matter"
"Ah! Hideyoshi's sister, I couldn't help but notice the report you gave me only contains the number of views, is it possible to give me the data for foreign interest in the anime?"
"MY NAME IS YUKO KINOSHITA DAMN MAOU!"
'Anee-sama you have to calm down'
"I AM CALM YOU USELESS LITTLE BROTHER!"
"*cough cough* and can you help me contact the unofficial group who make subtitles for my anime, tell them if they don't want to be held responsible legally, then they would need to pay for a license to translate our work, and we in turn will give them an early copy of the next episode 1 hour before airing..."
"AH! I was going to bring that up, but it seems that you're also aware of piracy..."
"Yes, I usually don't mind but just to protect our IPs, it has to be done. Anyhow is there any contact or partnership for this anime?"
"There were a few, I'm making a list of pros and cons about their partnership..."
"Ah there's no need to just buy them outright, we have made enough money from selling drinks."
"... enough money to buy the whole... factory?"
"Yeah. Ask Hideyoshi about it."
"H I D E Y O S H I !"
I closed the call as I've said everything I need, I don't need to listen to domestic violence. It's good to be the boss.
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"Akira-nii, what are those numbers?"
"Ah Haruka! you're back, how was school?"
"So-so."
She shot down my topic for a conversation.
"You haven't answered my question."
"Ah these are the sales data for the clan's new business."
"Why are there so many 0's?"
That's... what I'm trying to figure out.
"Are you doing something bad again?"
"No, not really. It's bubble tea."
"?"
Haruka tilted her head cutely.
"I'll buy one for you nex---"
"As fate would have it I had a few prepared just in case Maou-sama wanted to try, it's in the fridge."
"Thanks Joshua-nii."
She happily got off the table and took out 2 glasses of the tea. then disappears upstairs.
"Nice save"
"I live to serve"
press x to doubt. and he totally didn't abuse his reality manipulation power for that right?
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"We're back!"
Not long after my conversation with Haruka, the investigation team is back plus Minako...
"So, this is the demon king's castle! Ah he must be Maou's right hand man! I've always seen them together!"
Yukiko shouted excitedly. and point towards Joshua. And no, my right hand man is beside Yu all along...
"Ah! I am unworthy of such titles, I'm merely his secretary."
"So, what brings YU here?"
Yu sweat drops, as he explains he needs a place to discuss the details of the class activity.
"Hey, sensei, why is Akira-san looking at a screen with a lot of zeroes? It made my head hurt BEARy much."
You wouldn't believe the pain after figuring out this is way more BEARable than writing a shitty novel.
"... Looks like everyone knows you're loaded now Maou-sama."
as if they haven't figured it out already.
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After reviewing the business plan, and it's detailed analysis I made another proposal for expansion overseas. China and Korea are my main targets. I remember them being addicted to partially anything that is trending at the moment.
"And send."
Finally finished. The Investigation team has long left this house. they aren't the cleanest bunch but hey at least Joshua's here
"Good Work Maou-sama."
and with a snap of a finger, the room turns squeaky clean.
"Hearing it from you, it sounded less like a compliment and more like a criticism."
"Well, you should work harder, if the chief's work is anything to go by..."
Didn't I just get 'hospitalized' because of 'overwork'.
"*sigh*"
"So how's the UG?" The UG is the Underground, the second chance at live given to the players by Joshua and other similar entities.
"It's doing better than ever, much more clear cut distinction between those who deserve a second chance and those who should enter the cycle once more."
"I'm glad to hear it."
"Ah, asking me about the UG, there must be something on your mind."
"There are a couple of things actually, how many of you are there, and does it affect all cities?"
"That's a question I cannot answer... it's like me asking you how many TJC members are there in japan."
"Touche."
I doubt he didn't know but I respect his privacy and decided to not pry deeper.
"Then are there any reapers in Osaka specifically?"
"Osaka huh? Strange for you to ask, there actually is... but not our Reaper, per se, we give souls regardless of where they initially are in a trial in Tokyo... while in Osaka, you have to find out for yourself..."
"Tch, Stingy..."
Joshua made good tea, it's a tea made from the leaves of Idun's tree is what he said... I call bluff, I can clearly see the opened Yorkshire tea
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Since our house is expanded, the morning is... NOISY...
"Haruka, Nanako, don't forget your bags, and bring an umbrella, they said it might rain."
I can hear Izanami shouting at the little girls who are excited for school, I wonder what got them so excited?
"Ah! We have a field trip today to a TV station!"
"Yeah!"
"Okay, but stay safe and stay with the group all right?"
"You don't have to worry Anee-sama, I'll be there with them, Chief's orders."
Now that's what you call a guardian angel.
and off they go. Izanami headed for work, while Joshua was heading out with the little girls. and me, I'm off to school.
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Huh... it seems that Yu and Minako woke up earlier than me and are already at school. I came late, thus, was greeted by the school in a festive atmosphere, oh yeah i forgot...
As I was turning back to run away, a hand gripped my shoulder, this is YU's
"Suffer with us"
Hell no!
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