Chapter 13 - 12: The Deal with Bakudan Arcade
The night after spending time with his family, Zaboru lay in bed, staring at the ceiling, his mind racing with excitement and nervousness. Tomorrow was a big day.
Alright, here's the plan: I'll start by showing Toki-san the photos of the ZEPS arcade If he's hooked, I'll bring him to the garage for a proper demonstration. Hmm... wait. ZEPS arcade .. beter change it to ZAS!—Zaboru Arcade System. Perfect name! It feels bold but still ties to my identity.
With that thought, Zaboru drifted to sleep, dreaming of arcades filled with his machines, players gathered around, cheering.
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The next morning, Zaboru prepared meticulously. He packed printed photos of his arcade machine, ensuring they showcased its features clearly. The images highlighted the sleek design, the vibrant paint job, and the unique controller setup.
After a quick breakfast, he hopped on his bicycle, pedaling toward Bakudan Arcade. The 15-minute ride felt longer than usual as he rehearsed his pitch in his mind. Toki-san's not going to make this easy. He's an old-school arcade enthusiast, after all. But I'm ready for this.
When he arrived, Bakudan Arcade was already buzzing with activity. The familiar hum of arcade machines filled the air, accompanied by the laughter and cheers of players. Zaboru found Toki, the middle-aged owner, lounging behind the counter, watching a TV show.
"Excuse me, Toki-san!" Zaboru called out.
Toki glanced up and smiled. "Well, if it isn't Zaboru! It's been a while since you've been here. What brings you? Looking to play some games?"
Zaboru grinned. "Not today, Toki-san. I'm here for something else—a business proposal."
Toki raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "A business proposal? For me? And this arcade?"