Billy arrived home after school, feeling exhausted after physical education class. He resumed his comic drawing work, now making it a habit to sketch near the window in the waiting room, facing Claudia. For minor details and comic production, he would sit in his office and meticulously flesh out the content.
Anne gestured as she organized papers, worked on the computer, and delved into some files.
"They've arrived, the letter you sent to Japan!" Dave, the general inspector of Lux Comics, announced. He was responsible for overseeing the printing process and inspecting the work of the personnel in charge.
"How wonderful that they've responded," Billy remarked.
For some time, Billy had been contemplating what to do and what not to do. He had sent a letter of support to the creators of "Kimba the White Lion." The letter acknowledged that the original creation of "The Lion King" drew inspiration from their story, considering it a gentle push rooted in his admiration for their fantastic animated series. The letter was addressed to its original creator, Osamu Tezuka, or instead to his son Makoto Tezuka, and the company. "Kimba the White Lion" was a manga created in 1950 and later adapted into an animated series in 1960.
For those who might wonder, "The Lion King" is indeed an original work by Disney, but there is a noticeable resemblance to "Kimba the White Lion," with strikingly similar shots that are pivotal to the plot. Why didn't they sue Disney? Disney is a high-profile company with one of the world's most formidable legal teams, For a small Japanese comic company, filing a lawsuit would be like stabbing themselves with a knife—it would likely lead to their financial downfall within the first year.
Mr. Osamu Tezuka was a remarkably friendly person who devoted his entire life to creating art and was even a close friend of Walt Disney. Billy interacted with the system, which highlighted scenes that could be considered copyright infringement. He then slightly modified those scenes from different angles, retaining the essence of "The Lion King" while avoiding any direct parallels between Kimba and the comic
Like the scene where Mufasa appears in the clouds to deliver a message, guiding Simba on his path, now it's portrayed as a dream where Mufasa manifests and engages in a more philosophical conversation about leadership. This manifestation occurs on a black screen in Simba's dream.
In the initial version of Billy's letter, he expressed gratitude for the artwork and dedicated his appreciation, emphasizing that "The Lion King" was an inspiration in memory of Osamu Tezuka. The letter included a small check of $50,000 to sponsor the company founded by Osamu Tezuka, supporting the future of his series and the Lux Comics adaptation of "The Lion King," with a heartfelt dedication on its pages.
Relationships must always be nurtured; creating them is just one way to interact with people. In the future, the "Astro Boy" series might be re-edited and started anew. The Japanese market will exponentially grow with the astonishing series coming in this decade and the next. It's always wise to enter business ventures before the market's boom extends to the Western regions.
Makoto Tezuka's letter conveyed sincere gratitude along with minor insights into the story. He also offered praise for Billy's clever content and expressed pleasant surprise about the Lux Comics tribute. He thanked Billy for the donation, extending an invitation to visit his home with heartfelt appreciation for his concern during these challenging times.
You could be reading stolen content. Head to Royal Road for the genuine story.
The question now is, what will Disney do with this new turn of events? Will they remain oblivious to the comic and continue with their previous version, or will they approach Lux Comics for an attractive negotiation regarding "The Lion King" movie?
-Well, that's a very sweet response and a thoughtful gesture on your part, - Anne remarked. She read the entire letter aloud with genuine fondness, as her heart was moved by Billy's gesture.
-Now, we'll focus on reviewing your accounting exercise, - Anne continued.
-I'm so lucky! - Billy exclaimed, observing the papers containing all his hand-written accounting work. Thousands of invoices, receipts, and expenses are meticulously listed one by one.
Reviewing the expense accounting for August, Billy was armed with his thick yellow highlighter.
-Pay close attention to the deductions. The business activities you conducted at the establishment are repeated, they belong to the same group, and you're deducting them twice, - Anne pointed out.
-I hate this exercise! - Billy exclaimed happily, appreciating his teacher's guidance.
-I'm teaching you to read it for your future as a boss. Behave well, and I'll give it my approval with your instructor, - Anne assured.
-I could always have you by my side to read my accounts, - Billy joked.
-Forget it. I'll do my best to delegate this task when it becomes feasible. So, you better have your accounting skills ready by the time we get a proper accountant, - Anne replied.
-I understand, but you're fantastic with accounting, - Billy complimented.
-Don't believe in my abilities. They're mediocre and functional for now. Specialists have better skills. As you make more money, you can afford a better one, that will be more effective. Even big companies hire specialized accounting firms to handle these tasks for thousands, - Anne explained.
-Is it that important? - Billy asked.
-Believe me, it's very important for your financial credibility and IRS validation. In a broad sense, they're your business life insurance against any mistakes you might make, - Anne emphasized.
In the United States, a good accountant is someone who handles all the work related to tax accounting. They also serve as your certification with future partners, and shareholders. They're even investment experts and can handle everything necessary for Securities and Exchange Commission compliance.
-Let's continue later; I have a headache now. I'll tackle the necessary exercise tomorrow, - Billy stated.
Getting up to continue his comic endeavors, "Evangelion" was on his to-do list. Among the most important tasks was figuring out how to further develop the series. The entire series' original content was a manga, expanding into five movies, OVAs (original video animations), and light novels.
-Next week, you'll need to submit your accounting records, - Anne reminded him.
-I'll do what I can, Anne. I have many classes at school, I need to draw comics for the three releases and prepare for the winter season. I need to handle all the paperwork for Toys and Comics, attend two acting academies, and take those damn accent classes I've paid for before summer, - Billy exhaustedly listed all his responsibilities.
He feels like he's about to explode. He falls into a deep sleep as soon as he touches the bed and wakes up feeling tired. The ride to school with his father gives him some rest. But he's damn tired of all the things he has to do during the week. He hasn't called Claudia in 20 days. Right now, all he wants is to take the day off and not think about anything.
-Alright, let's leave this report as it is. I'll explain a few more things, and we'll study during winter break, - Anne said. - But I want to see those comics on my desk as soon as possible, no excuses."
-I'll get them to you. I'm still weaving the entire series together. I'll finish this work with a single brushstroke, - Billy reassured.
This series holds complexity due to the teenage age of the character. The mood shifts need to be detailed in such a way that they generalize the protagonist Shinji Ikari/Myth Khan's situation. This manga is special for having a "seinen" touch, addressing more profound and more complex themes such as drama, romance, fantasy, history, politics, and philosophy.
Billy has also outlined a new scheme for Doom. The new series needs to astonish just as Hellboy did. He hopes that Doom can continue its course and become the game it was destined to be.
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this is the next chapter. I hope you like it. it's already 100,000 words.
have a nice weekend.