Chrysa took out something similar to a contract, annotated with a lot of content and information.
Little Devon Cup?
Natsuhiko already knew before.
Opening a dojo to make a profit.
Hosting trainers from all over is just a small part; that's the obligation mandated by the Alliance, which also covers some expenses.
Organizing these various cups is the main thing.
Not just the ticket money, but the key is to drive the economic development of Suiyi Town.
For instance, hotels, restaurants, advertisements, sponsorships, and so on.
Like the "Lily Youth Competition" held on Lily Island last time, which was highly watched.
Trainers and spectators from various regions flocked to Lily Island.
Who knows how much money Lily Island made from that event.
It certainly wasn't a small amount.
If the cup were held at Suiyi Town, using Natsuhiko's dojo as the venue.
Tickets, sponsorship ads, and booth rentals in front of the dojo are all lucrative spots.
And it can increase the popularity of Suiyi Town, driving its development.
Devon Company has already invested a lot of money in Suiyi Town; that commercial street quickly constructed in front of the dojo is proof.
The investment in building a city is certainly large, but if well-managed, the returns can be quite significant.
Otherwise, why would Devon Company, or Sinnoh Commerce Association, or even Silver Company in the Kanto Region approach Natsuhiko, the Gym Leader, to discuss support for construction?
They're big companies, they don't engage in unprofitable deals.
Even if Devon Company is involved due to Flint's relationship with Natsuhiko, they won't operate at a loss.
"That's good." Natsuhiko quickly concluded.
"Well, but Devon hopes you, as the Gym Leader and the runner-up of the 'Lily Youth Competition,' can make an appearance.
For example, play an exhibition match at the opening ceremony, and face the Champion at the closing ceremony to enhance popularity and attraction," Chrysa explained.
Devon Company certainly has done this kind of thing many times.
They have well-equipped planning, promotion, and operations teams, so they are highly skilled.
Natsuhiko understood the implication.
He nodded: "I shouldn't be particularly busy during this period, I can attend."
Upon hearing this, Chrysa smiled.
"Great, then I'll go communicate back. Meanwhile, you need to quickly select a management team for the dojo in the next two days, so they can join the activities and take over swiftly."
"Wait, then what about the cup's prize?" Natsuhiko asked.
"It's still under discussion, not finalized yet. If you have any suggestions, I can help relay them to them."
Natsuhiko lightly rubbed his chin.
Prize?
He indeed had some thoughts.
"Understood."
After discussing this matter, Chrysa jogged away.
Watching her departing figure, Natsuhiko couldn't help but click his tongue.
"Choosing a dojo manager is not an easy task."
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The plan is as planned.
But sometimes, the development of things goes in directions even Devon Company couldn't foresee.
Initially.
It was just a small cup, centered in Suiyi Town, hoping to attract thirty or forty relatively famous trainers, considered quite successful.
After all, Natsuhiko's dojo isn't particularly large.
The audience capacity isn't that substantial.
The competition scale can't be made too large.
However.
There are always some people who, upon learning the Champion can face Natsuhiko, have certain ideas pop up.
For instance…
Dan Emperor, who just finished challenging the dojo in Eterna City.
Is eager to have a wholehearted match with Natsuhiko again.
Additionally.
Some who lost to Natsuhiko at the "Lily Youth Competition," or never got to face him.
Don't underestimate the influence of the "Lily Youth Competition."
It can be said to be the most successful, influential Alliance-hosted competition in recent years.
It covers six regions.
Moreover, it was held in the Sinnoh Region.
Even the Champion and runner-up were from Sinnoh Region.
The competition's influence in the Sinnoh Region was naturally the greatest.
Just like a certain e-sports competition in Natsuhiko's original world.
If two teams from your region meet in the finals, aren't the players in that region celebrating like New Year's?
The "year" in "New Year" implies "the whole year's celebration."
No matter Champion or runner-up, they're ours!
As the runner-up, Natsuhiko, for certain reasons, forfeited the final.
In many people's eyes, he wasn't much different from the Champion.
And recently.
As some videos on the Alliance's official website saw a surge in views and hits, Natsuhiko's title of "Tactical Master" became increasingly pronounced.
Of course, it also led to many wanting to use defeating Natsuhiko's name to boost their own fame.
Thus.
Devon Company's planning team had good intentions, but they underestimated Natsuhiko's reputation and influence today.
The title of Sinnoh's twin stars, do you think it was pushed by Sinnoh Alliance?
Wasn't it what the people of Sinnoh Region shouted after Natsuhiko and Hilona swept the Champion and runner-up at the "Lily Youth Competition"?
So.
As Natsuhiko began focusing on other things, the development of the "Little Devon Cup" exceeded almost everyone's expectations.
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