Flash Video.
That was the new name of the video streaming platform.
And it carried a new meaning:
"Discover the brilliance in life."
Su Yu had come up with this slogan, and Hanada Yui fully approved of it.
Meanwhile, Sata Kana had compiled Flash Animation's data and invited representatives from various animation studios.
As the president of Future Manga Publishing and the person in charge of Flash Video, Hanada Yui arrived at Flash Animation's conference room.
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Inside the meeting room.
Su Yu sat next to Hanada Yui, browsing through the materials brought by various animation studios, selecting the series he wanted.
Hanada Yui negotiated the licensing fees with the studio presidents, mainly using anime ratings as a reference.
For a five-year license, the cost per anime ranged from hundreds of thousands to millions of yen.
Soon, Su Yu finalized his selection and handed the list and estimated costs to Hanada Yui.
Hanada Yui read through the list and announced the prices.
After a moment of consideration, the studio presidents agreed to sign the contracts.
For 50 million yen, Flash Video secured a five-year streaming license for over 400 anime series.
While the quality wasn't top-tier, they were still watchable.
Adding in Flash Animation's own productions, the total number of anime available on the platform exceeded 600.
With this number, Flash Video had already surpassed most streaming platforms.
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After the studio representatives left, Hanada Yui reported on the video platform's gaming partnership progress.
There were many anime-themed games, but most were buy-to-play rather than online games.
Hearing this, Su Yu was reminded of the difference in gaming environments.
In his previous world, there were several highly popular anime-style online games, but in this world, MMORPGs didn't thrive as well.
There was a market for them "over there," but here…
Su Yu's expression turned a little strange.
Could he develop his own game?
He knew several successful gacha-based anime games. If he acquired a game studio, he could likely recreate them.
At this thought, Su Yu shifted his approach.
"The gaming aspect isn't urgent for now. I want an online game, not a buy-to-play title. Once you return from 'over there' and the video platform is doing well, we'll acquire a game company and start developing our own game."
"A game? An MMORPG?" Hanada Yui looked at him in disbelief.
"Yes. A very specific kind of online game that would work perfectly with Flash Video." Su Yu nodded.
"I see… I understand."
Hanada Yui initially wanted to mention how expensive game development was, but seeing Su Yu's determined expression, she knew that once he set his mind on something, no one could change it.
Sata Kana, who was listening from the side, remained silent.
But deep down, she was thinking about something else—
Flash Animation, Future Manga Publishing, Flash Video, the upcoming game company, Future Animation, and Star悠 Talent Agency.
Su Yu was clearly setting up a grand strategy.
Once his chessboard was complete, he might even surpass the Yukinoshita family.
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Leaving the meeting room.
On the way to Studio Three, the more Su Yu thought about it, the more making a game seemed like a viable plan.
Flash Animation already had top-tier illustrators.
For voice actors, he had Star悠 Talent Agency.
If the game succeeded, he could even adapt it into an anime.
That would give Flash Animation another major project.
Then, Future Manga Publishing could create manga adaptations and handle merchandise sales.
A single game could generate far greater revenue than even a top-tier manga.
And considering gacha mechanics, players would constantly spend money with each update.
Of course, not every gacha game was worth spending on—only the ones that truly deserved it.
For Su Yu, the key would be storytelling.
Using an engaging plot and compelling character designs, he could win players over.
If executed well, the hype could begin even before release, with players eagerly anticipating new character banners.
Lost in thought, Su Yu arrived at Studio Three.
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Miyazumi Shi saw Su Yu and approached him with a smile.
"Congratulations, Su Yu-kun. I heard from Nanako about Yuuza's amazing success."
"Thank you. Yuuza wouldn't have succeeded without your advice, Miyazumi-sensei. I really appreciate it."
Su Yu studied her closely.
"I only gave a little input. Even without my advice, you would have still become an excellent mangaka. Your success is your own effort." Miyazumi Shi's cheeks flushed slightly.
"How's your manga doing?" Su Yu asked.
"My manga… won the Newcomer Award…"
Miyazumi Shi responded instinctively.
Then, her face turned bright red.
How did Su Yu know about her manga?!
To avoid encountering him, she had submitted it to a different manga publisher.
It wasn't as successful as Yuuza, but it was still shaping up to be a best-selling manga.
To her, the money from manga was just a side income.
Her real passion was creating anime.
Manga was just a hobby.
"I actually saw your manga the other day. I think it's pretty good. The story is inspired by real life, right? I don't mind that at all." Su Yu looked at the flustered Miyazumi Shi.
"R-Really?" Her voice was barely audible, and her face was completely red.
"Yeah. If there's a chance, I'd like to adapt your manga into an anime, produced by Flash Animation."
"T-Thank you…" Miyazumi Shi bowed, expressing both gratitude for Su Yu's acceptance and for the opportunity he was giving her.
"From now on, Flash Animation is mine. We both share the dream of creating anime, so let's work hard together. I have high hopes for you."
Su Yu reached out and gently patted her head.
"I-I'll do my best!" Miyazumi Shi felt warmth in her heart at the touch of his hand.
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Not far away.
Yukinoshita Yukino saw this scene.
But she wasn't angry.
She understood that Miyazumi Shi was important—both to Su Yu and to Flash Animation.
Talents like her needed Su Yu's method of retention.
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9 PM.
The latest episode of Madoka Magica had passed Yukino's final review.
Everyone was granted a day off tomorrow.
Production for the next episode would begin the day after.
The anime's production timeline was generous.
Shinnohara Jin's adaptation of Youth Romantic Comedy required at least three months, meaning it wouldn't air until August or September.
Since Madoka Magica and Youth Romantic Comedy were scheduled to air together, that meant waiting until October.
That would be the perfect opportunity for Flash Animation to showcase its original animation strength.
By then, Flash Video would also stream the anime simultaneously, giving fans a true simulcast experience.
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Inside the Yukinoshita family's car.
Su Yu discussed his acquisition of Flash Animation and the investment Haruno left behind.
Yukino wasn't particularly interested. She let Su Yu handle everything.
Su Yu understood that Haruno's investment was meant for both him and Yukino, so he had no intention of misusing it.
All of the money would be dedicated to anime production.
With the profits, they would continue expanding their original animation projects.
Of course, he would also invest his own money into anime.
In the future, the amount he spent on anime and games would far exceed Haruno's initial investment.