How to raise a random guy's wife

Originally, Akane Kousaka only needed to stimulate Eriri and Utaha Kasumigaoka's creative abilities. Eriri and Utaha are both the type who grow stronger with each setback. As the number of revisions increased, their works became closer and closer to perfection.

Therefore, the later the stage, the greater the pressure Akane Akasaka faced.

She needs to meticulously refine every detail while maintaining overall rhythm and direction. The better Eriri and Kasumigaoka Utaha perform, the more cautious she needs to be.

But at this crucial moment, Maltz started trying to piece together a game using the available materials.

Akane Akane could never agree to this approach.

But she had to consider Malz's thoughts.

At the beginning of the project, Maltz was extremely obedient to Akane Akasaka, fearing that she would leave him.

After Malz finished collecting the materials, the offense and defense were completely reversed.

The closer she got to completion, the less Akane Akane wanted to give up.

But the closer they got to completion, the less Malz cared about Akane Akasaka's thoughts.

Because she did it so well, so well that she could still create a great work even with only the existing materials, after cutting and subtracting.

Akane Kousaka also realized this situation, so she has been fighting against Malz.

On the one hand, we need to stop their ideas; on the other hand, we also need to consider their ideas and adjust the content accordingly to ensure that the game can be produced smoothly.

And that's how it turned out.

After returning from the hospital, Kobayashi Sora sat on the sofa, tilted her head back, and let out a long sigh.

If she had made her own game, Akane Kousaka would never have turned out the way she is now.

Akane Kousaka is in this predicament because she is disappointed with the current "Chronicles of the Universe" series, which is why she is a true fan of the series.

If she didn't genuinely love it, Akane Kousaka wouldn't have needed to agree to such an outrageous agreement and go to such lengths to create Malz's game.

Malz is so brazen because he knows this.

Because Akane Akasaka liked "Chronicles of the Universe," Maltz had the confidence to give it her all.

Because Akane Akasaka has done so well so far, Malz has the confidence to kick her aside.

Kobayashi Sora reached out and tapped her forehead.

Damn it...isn't this just bullying honest people?

Her soft little hands brushed his hand away and gently pressed his head. Kobayashi Megumi's gentle voice soothed the restlessness in Kobayashi Sora's heart, "Think slowly, don't rush."

Kobayashi Sora closed her eyes slightly, and when she opened them again, her gaze had completely calmed down.

She reached out and grasped Kobayashi Megumi's hand, applying a slight pressure.

Kobayashi Megumi understood, took his hand, walked around to the front of the sofa, and snuggled into his arms.

"I'm sorry." Kobayashi Sora kissed his wife's forehead lightly. "This should have been a happy time, but you've found out about something so upsetting."

Kobayashi Megumi answered seriously, "I don't accept it."

"Ok?"

“I’m not marrying myself, I’m marrying you. My feelings are the same as yours, so you don’t need to apologize to me.” Kobayashi Megumi blinked her big eyes. “Besides, you didn’t do anything wrong. Shouldn’t Malz’s people apologize?”

“That’s not easy.” Kobayashi Sora smirked. “From a business perspective, their approach is correct.”

Akane Kousaka's dedication to creating the best "Chronicles of the Universe" is truly touching.

However, this is a business activity, and it is reasonable for the employer to expect the work to be completed as planned.

Conversely, Akane Kousaka's disregard for her employer's opinions, her significant expansion of the originally planned storyline, and her repeated revisions of completed CGs are all irresponsible acts.

Akane Kousaka wants to create a masterpiece, and players want to play a masterpiece.

But manufacturers just want to make money.

If Malz really wants to create a masterpiece, Akane Kousaka won't be so disappointed as to have to do it herself.

"Since they are righteous," Kobayashi Megumi said thoughtfully after listening to Kobayashi Sora's explanation, "then are we the villains who are going to do bad things?"

“Inaccurate.” Kobayashi Sora smiled. “It refers to thugs who do bad things.”

Chapter 404 You're Amazing

Kobayashi Megumi's eyes sparkled.

So, it seems that Kasumigaoka Utaha's judgment was...

Megumi Kobayashi pinched Kobayashi Sora's face, "My lovely husband seems to be thinking about something very rude."

Kobayashi Sora's voice was muffled, "I originally wanted to spend more time with you, but now..."

"Sky blue".

"Ok?"

“Starting today, I’m giving up my position as secretary. I’ll stay home every day waiting for you to come home from get off work, take care of Nian Gao, clean the house, and prepare dinner for you, okay?”

“No.” Kobayashi Sora shook her head. “It’s such a waste. You are very capable, and I especially like the way you work hard.”

“Me too.” Kobayashi Megumi stroked Kobayashi Sora’s face. “Do you remember why I became a secretary?”

"of course."

Kobayashi Sora remembers that it was the first time she had a meeting with Malz.

"I just chatted with Eriri and my senior for a while, and they said you're really good at meetings. I heard it from others, and I wanted to see it for myself, so I'd like to become your secretary."

“I just want to see how amazing you are,” Kobayashi Megumi’s fingers traced along Kobayashi Sora’s neck, then moved down to hook the button on his shirt. “Whether at home or outside, I want to witness your amazing skills firsthand.”

“No problem.” Kobayashi Sora took Kobayashi Megumi’s hand. “Let’s start at home.”

"No..." Kobayashi Megumi's voice was weak, "Don't go to the bedroom..."

-

In the mansion built on a small hill overlooking the town, Eriri's room is directly connected to a terrace with a beautiful view. Kasumigaoka Utaha holds a coffee cup, sits on the sofa, and can take in the city's night view with just a glance.

The two people, who used to argue over just a few words, have spent many nights in this room with almost no conversation between them.

However, Eriri couldn't create as usual today because Kasumigaoka Utaha brought her news that she couldn't accept.

"That's impossible!" Eriri, with her disheveled blonde hair, slammed her hand on the table in anger, her bright blue eyes behind her glasses blazing with fury. "There are still so many unfinished original drawings! Nearly half of them have already been reworked!"

"I've only completely finished writing the main story," Kasumigaoka Utaha said calmly. "There are still quite a few side story scripts left."

"So, how can we play the game like this? We have to continue..."

“According to Malz’s side,” Kasumigaoka Utaha relayed the contents of the phone call she received, “they made it very clear that our work is finished, the payment will be made according to the contract, and there will be no penalty for the delay in the deadline. In a sense, it’s a complete victory.”

Eriri took off her glasses and stared intently at Kasumigaoka Utaha. Finding she couldn't see clearly, she put her glasses back on. "Do you really think this counts as winning?"

“Do you remember our original purpose? The topics that Akane Kousaka discussed with Malz when she fainted were all about the out-of-control script and the overly meticulous original animation.” Kasumigaoka Utaha lowered her eyelids slightly. “She wouldn’t have fainted if we hadn’t done a good enough job. In other words, we’ve defeated her, just as we expected.”

"No way!" Eriri retorted, "Are you satisfied with defeating her this way?"

Judging from the results, they achieved their goal.

Akane Akasaka did indeed fall, and the reason was precisely because of them.

But... that's not how it works.

They originally wanted to make Chronicle XIII a god-tier game, hoping that this achievement would gain Akane Akasaka's recognition of their abilities.

But now...

“Otherwise what? Malz no longer needs us. If Akane Kousaka had said it, they might have accepted it. But the selfish demands of new creators would only be a hindrance to a popular work like Chronicles of the Universe XIII.” Kasumigaoka Utaha stated the facts. “The people from Malz called me specifically to explain this point.”

"Then... what should we do?" Eriri lowered her head helplessly. "How can we continue...?"

"Do you still want to continue?" Kasumigaoka Utaha looked at her calmly. "Malts has already indicated that our work is over."

"It's not over yet! I can still do my best, why should it end now! Aren't you the same? Are you really willing to end it like this?"

“Heh…” Kasumigaoka Utaha chuckled softly.

"why are you laughing?"

"I laugh at your overestimation of your abilities."

"what?!"

"Laugh at me for being just as presumptuous as you."

Eriri, who was still angry, was suddenly stunned. "Huh?"

“Before this, we had no communication with Malz, because Akane Kousaka was in charge of this aspect.” Kasumigaoka Utaha’s smile remained unchanged. “In other words, she was protecting us, allowing us to avoid commercial battles and focus on our creative work. But now that Akane Kousaka has fallen, Malz, to prevent us from causing trouble, contacted me directly and told us not to continue. Even if we wanted to continue, this news would make us lose the motivation to continue.”

"They're messing with people's mentality!" Eriri understood instantly.

The question is, why would they do that?

"Uh... um?" As expected of a diplomat's daughter, Eriri immediately grasped the key point, "Someone wants us to continue!"

“Many people personify manufacturers, treating them as individuals,” Kasumigaoka Utaha said, crossing her arms. “But that’s not the case.”

"Some people want to complete the production using existing materials, while others have high expectations for us and want to see an even better Chronicles XIII!"

"If the latter succeeds, the former will become a short-sighted idiot."

"That's why someone called to tell us to stop!" Eriri's eyes blazed with anger. "They're trying to increase their chances of winning."

“If we lose our composure, then they will win.” Kasumigaoka Utaha’s eyes were icy. “What a pity, we are both overconfident.”

"So, we can continue creating until we're satisfied?"

“You’re overthinking it.” Kasumigaoka Utaha shook her head. “There are clearly only a few people who want to see a better Chronicles XIII, otherwise Akane Kousaka wouldn’t have fainted.”

"So......"

“We need someone to negotiate with Maltz on our behalf so that we can focus on our creative work and buy ourselves time. During this time, we need to produce better results at a faster pace and make our supporters the majority.”

Chapter 405 But I Refusal

"If nothing unexpected happens," Kasumigaoka Utaha took out her phone, "someone will be here soon..."

Before he could finish speaking, his phone rang.