The Story About How I Was Fired From My Company and Then Picked up by a Possessive Streamer With Over 5 Million Subscribers - Chapter 44-45

Chapter 44: Sorry to Keep You Waiting

A few days after the meeting with the Ashida siblings, I was at the same café where I had met with Yuna, drinking coffee. Lately, I’ve made it a habit to come here for coffee. As I was thinking that, I noticed someone arriving.

“Sorry to keep you waiting, senpai.”

“No, you’re fine. I just got here.”

“…Though it looks like you’ve already started drinking your coffee.”

“Ah, haha…Well, don’t worry about it. Please, have a seat. I have something to talk about.”

Her sharp tongue and keen observations are as usual…or maybe it’s both.

“So, what did you want to talk about? Is it about the video?”

As she sat down after placing her order, Yuna asked.

“No, I think the video is fine as it is. By the way, have you improved recently? It was easier to watch and quite entertaining.”

“R-Really?”

“Yeah. The pacing was good, and it was fun to watch. Plus, you’ve been sticking to the advice I gave you before. You’ve got real talent.”

“N-No way…If you keep praising me, nothing’s going to come from it…ehehe.”

Despite her words, she smiled so happily that it made me smile too. She’s still as cute a junior as ever.

“But then, what did you want to talk about?”

However, her curiosity quickly resurfaced, and she asked with a puzzled look.

“Yuna.”

“Y-Yes?”

“I called you here for a reason…Do you remember what we talked about before?”

Her expression turned to surprise, and she leaned in toward me.

“Is it ready already!?”

“Y-Yeah…Calm down for a second. Let me explain.”

I placed my hands on her shoulders to gently guide her back into her seat. There’s no way I could explain if she’s this excited.

“Yuna. This is a proposal from me, and it’s your choice to decide. But I promise you this: I won’t let your dreams go to waste.”

“…Understood.”

Seeing her nod firmly, I continued.

“We’re planning to start a new company soon.”

“A-A company? That’s huge…”

“The company will be called Able. Our main goal will be to organize events and create content that will entertain viewers, centering around popular streamers.”

“Events…!? And collaborating with big-name streamers too…! That means I’ll be able to participate, right!?”

Her eyes began to sparkle with excitement.

“Yeah, if you join the company, that is.”

“Wow! Really!? I’m starting to get excited!”

…Huh? She’s taking this surprisingly well. I thought she’d be more hesitant.

“You seem to be really optimistic about this.”

“Huh? Of course I am.”

With a soft smile, she spoke as if it was the most natural thing in the world.

“Because it’s a company you’re starting, senpai. How could I not be excited? I can’t wait.”

“Yuna…”

“I’ve already quit Brittia. In fact, I handed in my resignation quite some time ago. So right now, I’m actually unemployed.”

“What!?”

I-I didn’t know that…

“So, senpai.”

Holding the cup she just ordered, she looked at me with a slightly childish expression and said,

“Will you take me in? I want to work for you.”

“…You cheeky junior.”

Despite myself, I chuckled and held out my hand to her.

“Please, Yuna…or should I say streamer Liana…come and join Able Corporation.”

“…Yes!”

She gave me a dazzling smile, as if she had been freed from some burden.

(…So, she was suffering too.)

Her dreams were slowly being crushed, nothing was going her way, and she had lost sight of what she wanted to do…Yet, she held on.

You’re incredible, Yuna. You’re…my proud junior.

“No, senpai.”

“Huh?”

As if she could read my thoughts, she quietly muttered.

“I’m not that strong. When you left, I felt incredibly anxious. I couldn’t do what I wanted at work…and I even took it out on you. The only reason I managed to hold on was…”

“…Because of you, senpai.”

“…I see…I’m sorry for making you wait.”

“Really…You’re always late, senpai.”

Seeing her smile, I made up my mind.

—I will make this company a success, no matter what. I’ll carry her dreams, and their trust, on my back…and make it grow.

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Chapter 45: The Big Streamers

“…Well then, let’s begin the meeting about Able Corporation.”

Soji’s slightly nervous voice echoed throughout the office.

Among those present were Kanna, whose gaze was sharper than usual, and Manaka and Yuna, who both seemed flustered.

“This company was founded based on Yusuke’s proposal…but this formal talk doesn’t suit me,” Soji said with a wry smile, quickly reverting to his usual tone.

“Everyone here was gathered by Yusuke, right? So, let’s start with introductions…we’ll go first.”

With that, Soji and Manaka stood in front of everyone.

…Manaka, you don’t need to be so nervous.

“To the public, we’re known as the Ashida siblings, Soji and…”

“I-I’m Manaka. P-pleased to meet you…”

After their introductions, a small round of applause filled the room.

“Um, excuse me! Are you really the Soji and Manaka Ashida!?”

“Y-yes, that’s right…”

“Wow! I’m a fan! Could you sign something for me later!?”

Yuna, her eyes sparkling with excitement, was talking to the more reserved Manaka. Their unusual behavior was somehow endearing.

“Haha, I’d appreciate it if you could introduce yourself before that…” Soji said with a smile.

“Oh, right. Ahem…I’m Yuna Andou, and I stream as Liana. Nice to meet you all.”

Yuna clasped her hands in front and bowed energetically, reminding me of a welcome party for new employees.

Feeling nostalgic, I noticed that Rinmei and Sayaka’s gazes had suddenly become sharp for some reason.

Not to mention Kanna.

“You three…?”

Why were they showing such open hostility…?

“Uh, could everyone else also introduce themselves?” Soji asked hesitantly, clearly intimidated by their demeanor.

The three exchanged glances before standing up and introducing themselves.

Everyone’s attention, especially Kanna’s, was immediately focused on them.

“Nice to meet you. I’m Kanna Miyamoto, known as KANNA in the gaming world.”

“I’m Sayaka Yugiri, and I stream as the Vtuber Aoi Tenharu.”

“…Rinmei Sumeragi…also known as Scarlet.”

That was all. Yet, because of their careers, their introductions seemed to have a strong impact on Yuna and Manaka.

“Y-Yusuke…Is that really KANNA…?”

“Yeah, the real KANNA.”

“N-no way…! What should I do! I’m getting nervous!”

“Manaka, you’re the one who’s supposed to—huh?”

“S-s-s-senpai!? Scarlet and Aoi Tenharu are right in front of me!?”

“Okay, both of you, calm down,” I said.

Look at Soji. He’s been quiet this whole time…oh, wait, no, he’s probably super nervous and just can’t speak.

…These three really are impressive streamers.

“…There’s something I’d like to say,” Kanna suddenly spoke up, as if there was something important she needed to convey.

“I want to get along with everyone here.”

“…But, as for Yusuke…and Eiji…”

“I won’t give him up to anyone…keep that in mind.”

“Eeek!?”

The two of them let out frightened gasps in response to the much lower tone of the three women’s voices.

“Girls? Could you calm down? You’re acting a bit cold today, aren’t you?”

“…I’m sorry, Eiji…but, for some reason, when I stand in front of people…”

…Wait, could it be…?

“…Are you nervous?”

“Of-of course! I hardly ever stand in front of people like this! Anyone would get nervous!”

“My chest hurts…Help me, Eiji…”

“…”

…Ah, so that’s what it is. You’re fine when the camera’s off, but this is different, huh? I couldn’t help but chuckle.

“For now, let’s all sit down. Once we get home, you can eat whatever you like.”

“R-really…?”

“Oh, in that case, I’d like your hamburgers, Eiji! They were so delicious last time!”

“…Curry is also good…very tasty.”

It seemed like the three of them were back to normal now, carrying on their usual conversations.

“…They’re quite unique, aren’t they?” Yuna remarked.

“Well, they’re good people,” Yusuke replied.

“Hmm…Yusuke, by the way, what’s this ‘Eiji’? Is that what they call you?”

“Oh, it’s kind of like a nickname.”

“Huh? Well, I guess that’s fine, but it’s a strange nickname.”

She tilted her head, looking puzzled over the name ‘Eiji.’

Everything seemed to be back to normal on this side as well…but more importantly—

“Yuna, stop daydreaming and sit down already. Soji, you too. We’ve got a lot to discuss, so let’s get started.”

“…Oh, s-sorry.”

“I was just in shock…seeing the real deal.”

…Is this going to be okay? Everyone’s really nervous…it’s so different from when they’re streaming.

“Yusuke, could you take over? I’m too nervous to handle this.”

“You…seriously?”

…Sighing, I stood up and faced everyone.

“Alright, everyone, let’s start discussing this company.”

—To make it a company that will grab the world’s attention.