"Of course, mainly it's because most of the expenses were covered by the Devon Company. If we want to hold more cups in the future, without a big company's full sponsorship, the profits probably won't be this high—but they still won't be low."
Natsuhiko nodded.
No wonder those who open a Dojo never think about stepping down once they've opened, and most of them pass the Dojo on to their descendants, renovating and expanding it every now and then.
With profits like this, who'd be willing to let go?
Though actually, it's not like every cup we hold will make this much money.
This time they leaned on Natsuhiko's name, on the lingering hype from the "Lily Youth Competition," and on the strong support from the Devon Company.
But don't forget this is Suiyi Town. If the venue were a big city like Hearthome City or Binhai City, the profits would probably only be higher, not lower.
Natsuhiko knew Dojos made money, but he hadn't expected them to make this much.
Looked at this way, those Dojos recruiting a large number of apprentices do have some confidence and reasons behind it.
"Mr. Natsuhiko, there's one more thing that must be decided by you. Miss Kikuna and I don't have the authority."
"What is it?"
"Recruitment." Yamato handed over another document.
On it was the list of all current Dojo staff, including Chrysa and Yamato, 134 people in total.
From someone like Linghua, acting as temporary Gym Leader, down to the auntie in charge of daily cleaning in the Dojo.
And their individual monthly salaries, which varied.
For example, someone like Linghua, the acting Gym Leader.
Even if she'd be willing to work for free.
She's still a Trainer after all, and the monthly cost of raising Pokémon is no small sum.
Natsuhiko allowed her to use most of the resources in the Dojo, and also offered a monthly salary of 500,000 League Coins.
For someone of Linghua's status and strength, 500,000 a month is just a little extra, a gesture.
The Dojo resources Natsuhiko allows her to tap into aren't something 500,000 can compare with.
There's also Yamato. As the Dojo's manager, since he only just joined, his monthly salary is 200,000 League Coins.
For someone in charge of managing the entire Dojo, plus event operations, daily task allocation and so on, that's definitely not high.
Once this event is over and he's officially confirmed in the role, his salary will likely get a considerable raise.
Then there are technical staff like those responsible for daily training of Dojo Pokémon, routine maintenance and repair of Dojo venues, and certified professional referees, with monthly salaries ranging from 50,000 to 100,000.
A total of 134 people, and altogether the Dojo has to pay out nearly 5 million League Coins every month.
And that doesn't even include the cost of materials needed for Dojo maintenance and Pokémon upkeep.
Looked at this way.
The reason the Dojo had always been running a deficit before is pretty clear.
The tens of millions earned from holding a cup suddenly don't seem like such a big number anymore.
Fortunately, Suiyi Town is developing rapidly, so the tax revenue share in the future probably won't be low either.
"For holding the cup, we obviously don't have enough manpower, so I think our Dojo needs to recruit. But we shouldn't recruit too many, or after the cup ends we'll end up bloated in staff. This is a plan I drafted; I need you to look it over, Mr. Natsuhiko."
Natsuhiko glanced at Chrysa.
Chrysa lowered her eyes slightly, as if unnoticed.
Apparently, running a Dojo really isn't a simple job.
It's basically the same as running a company.
If Natsuhiko counts as the chairman of the board, then Yamato would be the CEO.
But just like Mikkel said, Yamato is capable, and he's honest.
But because he's honest, he's actually not that popular in this line of work.
It's just that Natsuhiko prefers to use honest people. Even if they talk a bit bluntly and are a bit stiff, he doesn't mind.
"Alright, got it. You handle the recruitment."
After reading it, Natsuhiko decisively signed.
He's just not cut out for this line of work; as long as the general expenditures look fine, he can't be bothered to interfere.
Anyway, there are plenty of Dojo Leaders like him, so every year the League assigns people to regularly inspect the Dojo's financial situation.
"By the way, I'll be needing these materials soon. If the Dojo's finances allow, help me purchase some."
Now that the Dojo had started turning a profit, the purpose of him opening it could finally come into play.
Resource collection.
"Also, see which real Masters of breeding there are in Sinnoh and try to get in touch. I want to visit them."
"Understood, sir."
After that, Chrysa and Yamato relayed a few more items and reported a few more things, then both went back to work.
From how things looked right now, Yamato taking over Dojo affairs from Chrysa was going very smoothly.
Once Chrysa leaves, the Dojo's operations shouldn't run into any problems.
In Natsuhiko's eyes.
In his own Dojo, the person who seems the least important... is him?!
He shook his head with a self-mocking smile.
Not being important is fine. He just spends the money and leaves the money-making to capable people.
He exited from the back door of the Dojo and strode toward the Pasture.
In his hand was a slightly trembling Pokeball.
He was going to see if he could manage to tame that Hydreigon.