I am the Entertainment Tycoon

Chapter 734: Offer Acepted



Sakura City, Tuesday Evening, March 23rd

The room was dimly lit, the soft glow of computer monitors casting a faint light over the group of game developers gathered around a large, wooden table. The air was heavy with a sense of anticipation, though no one spoke just yet. They all knew why they were there-the decision that would change everything had to be made tonight after analyzing the offer for two days.

Akio Matsuda, the leader of the RainX indie dev team, sat at the head of the table, his phone lying face-up in front of him. Around him were the five other members of RainX, each with their own thoughts on the offer they had received that morning from the mysterious "Umbrella Corporation," now revealed as Genesis Gaming Studio, a newly founded company in Elffire City.

The offer had come out of nowhere, completely surprising the small group. Rainx was a modest indie development team, known only in niche gaming circles for their work on a few experimental titles. They were passionate about their craft but had struggled to turn their passion into sustainable income. Freelance work and odd jobs kept them afloat, but it was always tight, and their dreams of expanding their projects felt distant.

Now, after reading through the formal proposal sent by Samantha Walker, CEO of the corporation that was backing Genesis Gaming Studio, everything seemed different. The proposal wasn't just generous-it was almost unreal.

Genesis Gaming Studio offered the RainX team complete creative control over their own projects, with all the financial resources they would need to execute their ideas. Each member would receive a monthly salary double what they could expect from any other company in the industry, and the company would provide them with state-of-the-art facilities. The catch? They would need to leave Sakura City and relocate to Elffire City, and they had to agree to work on games based on designs provided by Genesis Gaming's mysterious founder, who they now knew went by the name Theo.

Akio leaned back in his chair, his mind racing with possibilities. He could feel the weight of the decision bearing down on him. The rest of the group was waiting for him to speak, but he didn't want to sway anyone's opinion until they all had their say.

Mei Tanaka, the team's lead artist, broke the silence. "It's insane," he said, shaking her head in disbelief. "I mean, double salary, total creative freedom on our own projects? We could actually make the games we've always dreamed about, without having to worry about funding or resources."

"And we'd be working in Elffire City," Sato Yuki, their programmer, added. "That city is a tech hub. The networking opportunities alone could be worth the move."

Isabel, their project manager, nodded in agreement. "I've already looked up the Genesis Gaming HQ," she said, glancing at her phone. "It's brand new, cutting-edge. We'd have access to everything we'd ever need to create something incredible. We wouldn't be struggling with old hardware or makeshift office spaces anymore."

The room was quiet again as everyone considered the implications of the move. Sakura City had been their home for years. It was where they had formed RainX, where they had struggled and celebrated their small victories. Moving to Elffire City would mean leaving behind not just their physical location but also the community they had built in Sakura.

"I know it's a big change," Akio said finally, breaking the silence. His voice was calm, but there was an underlying excitement that he couldn't quite suppress. "We'd have to uproot everything. Leave Sakura behind. But... I don't think we'll ever get an offer like this again."

No one disagreed. The offer was exceptional, something that didn't come along twice in a lifetime. They had all read the fine print-there was no catch beyond the need to relocate and work on Theo's designs. And even that wasn't too much to ask. The designs they had seen so far were intriguing, with the potential to push boundaries in the gaming world.

Keiji, the team's sound designer, tapped his fingers thoughtfully on the table. "We could actually make something groundbreaking. I mean, we've always had the ideas, but never the funding to see them through. Now we'd have everything."

Hana Nishimura, the writer and narrative designer, chimed in. "And with the freedom they're offering us on our own projects, we wouldn't be limited to just following someone else's vision. Sure, we'd have to develop some of their games, but we'd still have time for our own work. That's more than most studios would offer."

Akio nodded. "Exactly. We wouldn't just be cogs in a machine. We'd have our own space to create."n/ô/vel/b//jn dot c//om

The conversation continued, each member weighing the pros and cons of the offer, but it was clear that the decision was already made. There were no significant objections, no lingering doubts strong enough to sway the group. The opportunity was too good to pass up, and the risks, though significant, were outweighed by the potential rewards.

Eventually, the conversation wound down, and all eyes turned back to Akio. He took a deep breath and leaned forward, resting his hands on the table.

"Alright," he said. "It sounds like we're all on the same page. I'll make the call and let Ms Walker know we're accepting."

There was a collective nod of agreement from around the table. The tension that had filled the room earlier began to dissolve, replaced by a sense of excitement and anticipation. They were really going to do it. RainX was about to take a leap into the unknown.

Akio reached for his phone and pulled up Sam's contact information. He hesitated for just a moment, glancing around the room one last time to make sure everyone was ready. The team was watching him intently, but there was no hesitation in their expressions. They were all in. With a final nod, Akio tapped the call button and held the phone to his ear. It rang only once before Sam's voice came through, crisp and professional.

"Hello, Akio-san. Do you have a decision for me?" she asked, her tone friendly but businesslike.

Akio took a deep breath before speaking. "Yes, we've made our decision," he said. "RainX is accepting the offer. We're ready to join Genesis Gaming Studio."

There was a brief pause on the other end of the line, and Akio could almost hear the smile in Sam's voice when she replied.

"That's fantastic news, Akio. We're thrilled to have you on board," she said warmly. "I'll get everything moving on our end to make the transition as smooth as possible. Expect a more formal onboarding process over the next few days. W"

"Sounds good," Akio replied, glancing at his team, who were listening intently. "We're looking forward to working with you."

"Likewise," Sam said. "Welcome to Genesis Gaming Studio. We'll be in touch soon, we'll be waiting for you and your team in Elffire City in the next few days to sign the contract."

The call ended, and Akio set his phone down on the table. For a moment, no one spoke, but

then the weight of what had just happened began to settle in.

"We're really doing this," Kenta said, a grin spreading across his face.

Akio nodded, a smile tugging at the corners of his mouth. "Yeah," he said. "We're really doing this."

The room erupted in excited chatter, the reality of their decision finally sinking in. RainX was about to embark on a new chapter, one that promised opportunity, creativity, and the chance to make their mark in the gaming world. And despite the uncertainty of what lay ahead, they were ready to take on the challenge together.