43. Invest in a big way.

-I think you should reconsider your stance on investing in a company that produces digital TV commercials. The company's funds are not in good shape, and it's challenging to keep a company afloat that burns through a lot of money, - Thomas Carsen said from the living room. It was game day, and time with his father was enjoyed in two situations: watching TV and discussing business.

-Well, I believe they have tremendous potential. I would even bet that Disney is the most interested buyer, but they don't have the willingness to invest. Plus, there's their disdain for digital 3D animation. They have even gone so far as to fire those who don't adhere to those ideas, - Billy said.

-I've already researched the company, and Anne has studied everything she could gather about Disney and Pixar. I don't think it's a good idea to acquire a company like that, - Thomas said.

-Father, understand that they may not be good company now, but think about the future. It will be valued at much more than it currently is. Additionally, two years ago, they sold everything related to hardware development to focus on 3D commercials, - Billy said.

-I still don't understand where you're taking this, son, - Mr. Carson said.

-Well, I'm taking it to the point where the company will dedicate itself to animation creation, and from there, we will venture into a new world where my ideas and 3D digital animation will be the new core. Do you trust my talent to create and illustrate stories? - Billy asked.

-I trust your talent... Do you think you will make a lot of money? - Thomas asked. - We are making a lot of investments, and I think it could be risky for us as a company. The Capcom game for 2 million dollars, the burger restaurant, and now buying a company valued at 8 million dollars. It's madness, Billy. -

-Well, it may seem like madness, but what I have in mind is to develop ourselves as a company. With a digital animation company, the next contracts with Warner or any other company will be different. I have also done my homework with Anne, and while it's true that we have been subjected to ridiculously low fees for our programs, with an animated studio backing us, everything becomes easier, and prices can increase, - Billy said.

-It was your idea to allow a 10-year production license for Slam Dunk and YuYu Hakusho, - Thomas said.

-We need it. With a dedicated fan base, these series can become top sellers in North America. We just must attract new kids, and what better way than through television? - Billy said.

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-In addition, I plan to purchase and utilize some technology from Pixar, expanding into the 2D animation sector, so we'll have two studios, - Billy said.

-Why don't we start one from scratch? - Billy asked aloud. - Because we can't. I don't have the experience to start one. They are former employees with animation licenses who have worked at Disney. Perfectly, they are the ones developing the project, - Billy said.

-Well, we'll handle the paperwork. I'll accept, only because Nike called. They're interested in extending the contract and creating a sports line. The sales of the collectible cards and Slam Dunk comic are through the roof, increasing day by day. Next month, we're sure to see another two-million-dollar check in our pockets, - Thomas said.

-I know, Father. We reached six million in sales a week ago, and I can guarantee that when the animated series of YuYu Hakusho/Ghost Report hits the airwaves, the sales will exceed expectations, - Billy said.

-It's been a year since the company was created, and the growth has been remarkable. I can't believe how enthusiastic the critics are about the series you're creating, - Thomas said.

-Well, I didn't expect it to grow so fast. It's overwhelming, - Billy said.

The drawings he created were tested, but can they succeed in a new context and era? It's not necessarily possible. That's why he has improved the drawings of both series and has propelled with his talent what would have taken years to progress.

-Anne told me about your actions, - Thomas said.

-What actions? - Billy questioned.

-You like gambling... I heard you made another substantial bet on the Pistons' championship, - Thomas said. - How much was it? You know it's not good. I told Anne that all bets are prohibited. -

-Well, I did it on Anne's behalf, betting that they would win the Eastern Conference championship and another bet that they would win the title championship, - Billy said. - Around $40,000 for the Eastern Conference championship and $35,000 for the final matchups, - Billy said.

-You're crazy! -

-They're in the Eastern Conference Finals, they can't win. Sports analysts say it's Michael Jordan's year," Thomas said.

-Well, Father, I bet because the odds are high, 22 to 1 for the Eastern Conference championship and 32 to 1 for the Western Conference championship, - Billy said.

-Even more, reason for you to understand that gambling is a game of probabilities. It's almost negligible for you to win. 32 to 1 means your chances are as random as winning in a casino, - Thomas said.

-Well, Father, let me tell you that they had a rough patch, but if you look at the standings, they have eight games left and their injured players are returning. The rest of the season is set with Detroit's dominance. They will win, and we'll have easy money, - Billy said.

-Easy money doesn't exist, - Thomas said.

-We've been making easy money all this time! - Billy exclaimed.

The stern look he gave his father said it all.

-This year, you've been working day and night without rest from Monday to Friday. We've even worked tirelessly on weekends, - Thomas said.

The game started, and they watched without taking their eyes off the television, eventually falling asleep at halftime.

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I'm still writing, sometimes the ideas don't flow as fast as I would like, I hope you enjoy it. today is a double publication. six chapters.