Chapter 39

No matter what, after a long day of repeated NGs, the filming of the first scene finally came to an end.

Logically, with Naoyuki Naganuma wrapping up his part, there should have been a wrap-up dinner.

However, this time, Ito Shuichi was full of anger after the shoot.

Especially since he missed mealtime and could only fill his stomach with a bento, he decided to skip the wrap-up dinner.

Meanwhile, Masahiro Kondo took advantage of the break to go out for a meal with Masahiro Matsuzawa, apparently dissatisfied with the crew’s bento.

"Is this young Kondo so full of himself already?" Naoyuki Naganuma asked after seeing the two leave for a meal.

In RB, such antisocial behavior could be considered a form of being a diva.

"A rising new idol, this is quite normal," Ito Shuichi didn’t seem too bothered.

"It’s just a collaborative project anyway. Whatever the outcome, the producer will approve it. Let him be."

In the past, he would have tried to establish authority and control the set, but now he had almost given up on this project and no longer bothered with such things.

The only thing to be grateful for was that the producer of this project was no longer him; he just needed to finish filming.

"Ah, I still have to work with the other lead actress this afternoon. I wonder if the new actor will be as difficult to work with."

Seeing his troubled expression, Naoyuki Naganuma didn’t want to disturb him further and politely took his leave after a brief chat.

Upon leaving, he saw Masahiro Kondo and Masahiro Matsuzawa’s Toyota Crown parked nearby, indicating they had finished their meal.

Naoyuki Naganuma’s convertible was parked right next to their Toyota.

He nodded slightly at the two but didn’t stop to greet them, got into his car, and drove away in his beloved vehicle.

"Mr. Matsuzawa, look at that guy, he’s really impolite!"

Now, Masahiro Kondo was highly regarded in Johnny’s, and other artists would greet him, even seniors who would be friendly.

So seeing someone ignore him, he clearly became annoyed.

"Driving a sports car like he’s something special! I’ll definitely buy several in the future!"

Masahiro Matsuzawa, looking at the receding headlights, thought: "Kondo still has at least two years before he can get out of the salary system. Even if he starts earning from records, he won’t be able to afford such a sports car for now..."

...

With nothing else to do in the afternoon, he went to the DISCO to check on things. After all, the boss should occasionally show his presence.

The car drove to the disco from another direction. The traffic in Takadanobaba wasn’t heavy, and this side street, though narrow, had space for temporary parking.

Upon arrival, he saw that there were already quite a few cars parked by the roadside. Naoyuki Naganuma glanced around and noticed several luxury cars among them.

This place might become a street lined with luxury cars in the future.

As the disco became more famous, there was already a long queue at the entrance in the afternoon, and it was said that the nearby izakayas were also doing better business.

Of course, Naoyuki Naganuma didn’t have to wait in line. Although there were VIP customers who could enter early, cutting the line at the main entrance would be too provocative.

He entered the backstage of the disco through the staff entrance.

The disco had just opened, and the music was still slow, warming up the crowd. Shigechi Araki was patrolling the floor.

"Mr. Naganuma, what brings you here?" Araki greeted him upon seeing the boss.

"Mr. Araki, I just came to check on the daily operations of the disco. It was a spur-of-the-moment decision. Please continue with your work, Mr. Araki."

How could the boss’s inspection be ignored? Araki accompanied Naganuma as they toured the disco.

As the music became more intense, more people started dancing.

Naoyuki Naganuma observed that most were young students, and young professionals would likely come after work, which was when the disco would really heat up.

Visiting the disco as a patron and as the boss were two entirely different experiences.

It felt like all the excitement was theirs, and he couldn’t join in.

This made Naoyuki Naganuma a bit bored, and he quickly finished his impromptu inspection.

The disco’s operations were better than expected. Should he open a few more?

Naoyuki Naganuma quickly dismissed this sudden thought.

Running a disco was essentially a capital game.

After six months, those with the means would understand this new disco format and could use their capital to build similar places, competing with them. This would require spending money to hire and manage staff, which would be counterproductive to Naganuma’s plan for rapid wealth.

It was better to be the earliest and most famous, and in the future, turn it into a decades-old brand, perhaps even a "original DISCO" attraction. That would be quite interesting.

Leaving the disco, Naoyuki Naganuma, with time to spare, also visited his house in Bunkyo and his shop in Shibuya.

His thoughts began to wander.

Should he rent out the shop in Shibuya?

He could keep the house in Bunkyo for occasional stays, but leaving the shop unused would be a waste. Renting it out wouldn’t affect the property value and would provide a substantial rental income. He should ask Fujita Keiko about it later.

...

After inspecting his assets, Naoyuki Naganuma drove to his music lessons with Teacher Sachiko.

Currently, his music lessons were focused on instruments.

His hands, which had once typed code, turned out to be quite good at playing the piano.

"Mr. Naganuma, you’ve learned the basic techniques of the piano," Teacher Sachiko said. "If you want to develop further, it’s best to study at a proper school.

If you just want to play a few pieces occasionally, your current level is sufficient. Just keep practicing~"

"Thank you, Teacher Sachiko, for your guidance!" Naoyuki Naganuma bowed. "I may still need your encouragement in the future."

"Well, it’s no problem. Having a handsome guy like you around is quite enjoyable..."

This teacher really likes to tease her students...

Driving home from the music teacher’s place, it was almost 6 PM.

Speaking of which, today’s running around was probably just to show off his new car, right?

...

Before entering the apartment, he checked the mailbox.

Usually, the mailbox only contained newspapers, magazines, and TV bills, nothing else.

But today, there was an extra letter.

Naoyuki Naganuma, puzzled, carried the stack of items upstairs, opened the door, and placed them on the living room table before starting to open the letter.

The letter was from the Nakamori family. Inside was a letter and a drawing.

The letter was from Akemi Nakamori, thanking Naoyuki Naganuma for the photos and engaging in some pleasantries.

The drawing was by Minami, a simple sketch of a little girl and her family eating watermelon, with a note: "Thanks to Mr. Naganuma’s watermelon, Minami has recovered. Thank you~"

"The drawing is quite vivid," Naoyuki Naganuma couldn’t help but laugh, surprised by her talent.

He placed it on the bookshelf.

To be honest, he hadn’t written many letters in his two lifetimes, and receiving a letter was a novel experience.

But since he received a letter, he should reply, right?

He searched the house but couldn’t find any letter paper or envelopes...

He had to use a postcard instead.

The postcard was small, with only a few lines:

"Minami, I’m glad you’ve recovered~ The photos are nothing much. I hope we can go out and play again in the future~"

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