036, everything is settled, just waiting for An Anxin to share the money!
Yoshimura Otomo has always been very efficient. Within a few days, he picked up a 30-year-old old man and made an appointment with Nagayama Naoki in a coffee shop.
"Naoki-kun, this is Mr. Shigetomo Araki, the person I intend to introduce.
I have been a manager of an underground band for a long time and have rich experience in music, operations, and dealing with people."
"This is the first time we meet, I am Araki Shigetomo, please give me your advice." The experienced Araki Shigetomo also stood up and bowed very politely, and did not despise Nagayama Naoki because he was young.
"Hi, this is the first time we meet, I'm Naoki Nagayama..." Bowing has become a habit.
"So, does Araki-kun want to run a nightclub? What ability do you have to run a nightclub?" Although Yoshimura Otomo is trustworthy, he still needs to examine Araki Shigechi and Nagayama Naoki.
"Nagayama-kun, running a nightclub is actually a realistic choice." At first glance, Araki Shigechi seems to be the kind of person with a story.
"When I was young, I wanted to play, sing, and become famous overnight, so I formed a band and worked as a band manager...
But maybe it’s because I don’t have the talent to make music, so there hasn’t been any improvement.”
There are thousands of underground bands in Tokyo, but only a few can produce records, and only a few can become famous with their songs.
“Relying on my experience and previous relationships, I have been hanging around in the music industry.
But now that I have reached the juncture of starting a family and starting a career, I can no longer continue my career with sporadic performances, so I have the idea of changing my career."
"If I have any ability to run a nightclub, I have a lot of experience in participating in nightclubs when I was young. I also have some experience in musical instruments and performances. In addition, during my time as a band manager, I also have a very clear understanding of the operation of livehouses and underground venues.
"
Nagayama Naoki has a general understanding of Araki Shigetomo's experience and abilities. In fact, he is not worried about daily operations. Even if he has no experience at all, he can go to other nightclubs to learn.
In terms of making money, Nagayama Naoki doesn't have much pressure, but since he has opened this disco, he wants to run it well.
The most important thing is the ability to deal with emergencies.
"Araki-kun, I understand your general situation. Since I plan to invite you to run a nightclub, I will be more direct. Do you have a way to deal with unexpected situations? For example, an accident such as Yakuza causing trouble?"
"Ah, is this what Naoki Nagayama is worried about?" Otomo Yoshimura was surprised.
"Hey, Yakuza is a pain in the ass after all."
"But if you open a formal store and pay the protection fee, the local gangs should ensure safety."
"Otomo-san, this is only on the surface. If you are not able to resolve some conflicts, not to mention the subsequent protection fees, maybe the profits of the disco will be divided." Naoki Nagayama understands the Yakuza gang very well.
practice.
Araki Shigechi said at this time: "If Nagayama-kun is worried about this, I have been in the underground music scene for nearly 10 years and have met many Yakuza."
"I've made a lot of friends!" Shigechi Araki paused, "The local Yamaguchi-gumi leader is my wife's cousin."
Oh~ He is indeed a man full of stories.
"If that's the case, it would be convenient." Naoki Nagayama smiled and said,
"Our disco hall needs to learn from the Western model. We need people at the door who are not easy to offend to check the tickets, hahahaha~"
Araki Shigechi was a little surprised: "When I was looking for a job in the past, I heard that my brother-in-law was from the Yamaguchi-gumi, and the boss would be very cautious. Why does Nagayama-kun not care at all?"
Yoshimura Otomo laughed at this time: "There is nothing to worry about, Naoki-san's grandfather is the leader of the Shizuoka Yamaguchi group!"
"Huh? It's such a coincidence that there is such a thing!"
"Hahaha, it's a coincidence." Naoki Nagayama didn't shy away from it. Sometimes he showed off his Yamaguchi-gumi background, which can still be very bluffing.
The three of them talked happily, and the hiring of Araki Shigetomo was decided.
"Araki-san, unlike other nightclub owners, I don't like to manage daily affairs, so I don't like the traditional employment relationship."
Nagayama Naoki knew the importance of subjective initiative. In order to arouse Araki's enthusiasm, he decided to add a little more.
"Our cooperation is more of a parter relationship." Naoki Nagayama added, "You don't get a monthly salary, but you can share 10% of the net profit."
Yoshimura Otomo and Araki Shigetomo were both shocked. Nightclubs in the Showa era basically hired store managers and managers on a monthly salary basis.
Share, that's the perk you get only if you own shares.
"Hi! Thank you very much! I will definitely work harder next time!"
Everything went smoothly after that.
Naoki Nagayama continued to chat with Shigemo Araki about the future operation plan, as well as the future features of the disco and the music direction of citypop, and finally took the two of them to visit the renovated disco.
Araki finally signed a contract with Naoki Nagayama's personal studio and promised to find some suitable staff, including DJs, lead dancers, waiters, bodyguards, etc.
The matter of the disco is finally settled!
Nagayama Naoki felt that all the efforts he had put into the disco project would end here and everything would be settled.
From now on, just wait for the money to be distributed.
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...
The recent driving school training is coming to an end. The instructor of the driving school has notified the time of taking the test. Naoki Nagayama will get his driver's license soon.
In addition, the photos of the cherry blossom viewing day at Meguro River have also been developed.
Nagayama Naoki packed up the photos of Tsuruko and Konai-chan and sent them back to his hometown. By the way, he also sent back a few records of "さくら~あなたに出会えてよかった~" (Sakura Sakura Wants to See You), which Tsuruko had played before.
I specifically asked for a phone call.
In addition to these, there are also some photos of Naoki Nagayama himself, which are also sorted out and put aside.
The remaining ones belong to the four Zhongsen sisters, and they have to be notified to come get them.
Taking out his notebook, Naoki Nagayama dialed the number he left before.
The bell rang a few times and someone picked up.
"Moses Moses, this is the Zhongsen family." A hoarse voice.
"Moses Moses, this is Naoshu Eternal Mountain."
"Ah, Naoki-san! Long time no see~"
"Hey, is this voice Akina-san?" Nagayama Naoki identified Akina from the hoarse voice, "Have you caught a cold?"
"Hey, actually in spring, pollen allergies are more common and the body is weaker."
Akina Nakamori seems to have been in poor health since she was a child: "Akina-san, you should pay attention to rest and get back to health as soon as possible~"
"Hi, thank you for your concern, Arigado." Akina thanked her first, and then asked, "What's the matter with Naoki-san calling today? Ah, have the photos been developed?"
"Yes, the photos have been developed. Regarding Akina-san and other sisters, I called to ask for the address and send them to you."
"Send it here? Why are you so embarrassed, let's go pick it up. I also want to thank Naoki-san in person~" The voices of other people seemed to be heard on the phone.
"It's okay, it won't take anything~" Nagayama Naoki continued, "Besides, Akina-san is still sick. Let's go out to play after we recover. It's not too late to thank you then~"
"Why are you so embarrassed~" He looked a little shy.
"Hahaha, then it's settled~"
After a few more words, I finally got the address.
Nagayama Naoki packed up the photos. When he was about to pack them up, he felt that something was missing. Then he thought about it, went downstairs and bought a watermelon, and tied a card with "I wish Akina-san a speedy recovery!" and wrapped it together.
Got up.
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One day later, the Zhongsen family in Qinglai Town.
Chieko Nakamori received the package, but the recipient was Akina: "Akina, there is your package!"
"Eh? Have the photos arrived?" A hoarse voice came from the room. Akina Nakamori walked out wrapped in thick uniforms. She did not go to school because she was sick. At this time, there were only her mother and her at home.
"I don't think so. The box is very big and heavy," Chieko looked at Akina who came out, "Are you still coughing?"
"I no longer cough, but my throat is a little dry."
"Then I'll get a bowl of sugar water~"
"Arigado~" Akina Nakamori looked at the package on the table in the living room and was curious, "Did you send it to me? What is it?"
Chieko came over with a bowl of sugar water, "You'll know if you open it and take a look."
Mingcai used scissors to open the outer packaging, and there was another layer of foam inside: "It's watermelon! Gasang, watermelon~"
"Hey, is this the watermelon in season? It's very expensive~" Chieko was also surprised, "Who gave it to me?"
Akina had already taken out the envelope next to her: "It's Naoki-san! There are also photos here, taken when I went to Meguro River to enjoy the cherry blossoms."
"That little brother?" Looking at the card tied to the watermelon, "I wish Mingcai a speedy recovery!",
"What a caring person!"
Akina Nakamori was also very happy. She looked at the round watermelon with green skin and black stripes, and the buzzing sound echoed when she photographed it.
I remembered that I only ate it occasionally in the summer, and suddenly I felt greedy: "Gasang, the watermelon looks ripe!"
"Want to eat Akina?"
"I want to eat, can I?"
"Since it's a gift for Akina, of course Akina can eat it~ But you can't eat too much, your body hasn't recovered yet~"
"Hi~"
Chieko cut the watermelon in half, and the whole family could eat the remaining half in the evening.
Pieces of green skin and red flesh were placed on the tray, which made Mingcai's appetite come back after she had been without appetite for several days.
"Gasang, you should eat too~" After giving a piece to Chieko, the two of them enjoyed it happily~
A satisfied smile appeared on Xiao Pangcai’s face~
