The filming process for the 'proposal daisakusen' TV drama went very smoothly.
The scenes were actually quite simple, mostly modern daily life, parks, schools, and auditoriums, all of which were quite straightforward.
It was precisely because of the script's everyday nature that the entire drama saved a lot of expenses on costume and set costs.
Director Iwai Shunji felt bitter inside.
Even though the sugar daddy said there were no limits to his spending this time, he couldn't spend it no matter what.
Even the male protagonist and female protagonist couldn't have their acting fees raised too much because they were relatively new to the industry.
Otherwise, Iwai Shunji would have been scolded by other Producers and Directors.
It took approximately one month to complete all the filming.
In other words, the entire TV drama, from project initiation to casting and filming, took only about 3 months.
In Iwai Shunji's life, nothing had been more efficient than this.
What needed to be done next was mainly the post-production editing and special effects, which is the finalization process.
If everything went smoothly, it might even be able to meet the audience in the second half of this year.
...
After filming the TV drama, to cooperate with the game, Aoki Haruhi directly moved all the actors from the TV drama, the original cast, to Pokeni's recording studio.
To do voice acting for the game.
This was also the most resource-efficient method.
There was nothing more suitable than having the actors voice their own characters.
Moreover, after original voice performances, it could also be left as an Easter egg, forming a more powerful Linkage effect when the TV drama aired in the future.
Audiences and game players would definitely be touched by the production team's dedication.
...
In the evening, Aoki Haruhi invited Hattori Hiroyuki to eat sumo hotpot together.
As the name suggests, this type of hotpot was originally made primarily to replenish energy for sumo wrestlers.
So the portions were very generous.
If it weren't for Hattori Hiroyuki, Aoki Haruhi wouldn't dare to eat sumo hotpot by himself.
Even if it was only a single serving, it was enough for him and Hattori Hiroyuki to enjoy together.
"Eh? Are you going to personally take credit this time?"
After hearing the introduction of Pokeni's new game about to be released, Hattori Hiroyuki was completely startled.
Shouldn't Furuhara Tsubaki be the one making galgames?
Why did Aoki Haruhi take the lead himself?
Furuhara Tsubaki's name is so well-known. Aoki Haruhi is very popular in Europe and America, but his fame isn't that great in Japan.
Hattori Hiroyuki, after all, was an expert. The Director title didn't actually require too much involvement in game production, but if Furuhara Tsubaki-sensei were to be credited as Director, the effect would definitely be better.
After all, when game players think of galgames, the first person they think of is Furuhara Tsubaki-sensei.
"Hmm." Aoki Haruhi nodded solemnly.
"After all, this game was originally made for my wife's marriage proposal," Aoki Haruhi said, "So, this game has to be under my own name."
The new game Aoki Haruhi brought this time was 'proposal daisakusen'.
"Ah, so that's how it is."
Hattori Hiroyuki nodded, indicating understanding.
But the next second, Hattori Hiroyuki suddenly reacted.
Damn it!
Isn't Aoki Haruhi's wife Nao Tsuda?!
The thought of such a wonderful Tsuda ultimately marrying this man in front of him…
Hattori Hiroyuki felt a pang of bitterness.
Of course, this bitterness only lasted a few seconds for Hattori Hiroyuki.
He had now become a henpecked man, and besides, Aoki Haruhi and Nao Tsuda were a good match.
Hattori Hiroyuki still blessed them from the bottom of his heart.
At first, Hattori Hiroyuki didn't directly connect the game with Nao Tsuda, mainly because they had already officially announced their marriage last year. Now, hearing Aoki Haruhi say this, he had a sudden realization.
For Aoki Haruhi, who had already successfully proposed, this game now seemed a bit redundant.
Hattori Hiroyuki thought to himself.
But for Aoki Haruhi, being able to turn this TV drama into a game was still pretty good in itself.
"Then why not let Furuhara Tsubaki-sensei serve as the Producer?" Hattori Hiroyuki asked.
"That's because…"
Aoki Haruhi rubbed his forehead, thinking, how can I tell you that Furuhara Tsubaki is actually Aoki Haruhi?
"That's because Furuhara Tsubaki-sensei doesn't have time; he has other tasks to complete."
"Oh, I see." Hattori Hiroyuki nodded.
"Hahaha, I suppose the game contains Aoki-san's heartfelt feelings for Tsuda."
"Of course," Aoki Haruhi nodded.
"By the way, this is a gift Nao asked me to bring to you." Aoki Haruhi said, handing a gift box to Hattori Hiroyuki.
"Ah~ I didn't expect to receive a gift from your esteemed wife, I am truly honored."
Hattori Hiroyuki spoke from the heart.
"May I open it and take a look?"
"Please do." Aoki Haruhi said with a smile.
Opening the gift box, inside were exquisite chocolates and fresh flowers.
These chocolates were meticulously crafted by world-renowned chocolate manufacturers, each piece exuding an enticing aroma and silky smooth texture.
And the fresh flowers were the most beautiful blooms gathered from around the world, each representing deep blessings and gratitude to the recipient.
Upon opening the gift box, the first thing that caught the eye were delicate pieces of chocolate. They came in various shapes and colors, including heart-shaped, star-shaped, round, and various fruit-flavored chocolates.
Each piece of chocolate was embedded with a sparkling diamond, shimmering with captivating brilliance. Taking a gentle bite, the sweet taste permeated the mouth, as if transporting one into a sweet dream.
And on the other side of the gift box, there were bouquets of fresh flowers.
There were red roses, white lilies, yellow tulips, and other colorful flowers, each blooming with vibrant colors and fragrant aromas.
The petals were soft and delicate, as if one could feel their tenderness.
These flowers were not only for decorating the gift box but also for expressing deep blessings and love to the recipient.
The design of the gift box was also very exquisite. It used high-quality cardboard material, with its surface covered in luxurious gold foil, exuding a noble and elegant aura.
Hattori Hiroyuki was somewhat surprised, not expecting chocolates inside.
Although Aoki Haruhi had just found out it was chocolate, he quickly understood Nao Tsuda's meaning—
In the Europe and America movie 'Forrest Gump' that aired the year before last, there was this line:
[Life is like a box of chocolates; you never know what you're gonna get.]
...
A card lay peacefully on top of the chocolates and flowers:
[President Hattori:
How have you been?
May your life be like exquisite chocolates, colorful and flavorful.
May your future be like fresh flowers, splendid and beautiful.
May your life be like a poem and a painting, full of beauty and miracles;
May your years be peaceful, and time treat you gently.
—Sincerely, Nao Tsuda]
Damn it…
Hattori Hiroyuki was almost moved to tears.
Although they hadn't met for a few years, he didn't expect Tsuda to still be that perfect, flawless woman.
It made him even more envious of Aoki Haruhi.
"In that case, I'll pre-order a bit more this time," Hattori Hiroyuki said, putting away the gift box with a beaming smile.
"Thank you very much." Aoki Haruhi bowed slightly.
"Then 50,000 copies will do," Hattori Hiroyuki said, holding out a palm.
Eh?
Aoki Haruhi was completely stunned.
You're pre-ordering more, but why is the quantity even less than the previous order?
Weren't they all 100,000 copies or more before?
Hattori Hiroyuki gave him a look, letting Aoki Haruhi understand for himself:
Didn't I take 100,000 copies before out of respect for Furuhara Tsubaki?
The name Aoki Haruhi not only has no positive effect in the galgame field but will actually lead to discounts.
Taking 50,000 copies is out of respect for your esteemed wife.
Damn it!!!
Aoki Haruhi gritted his teeth fiercely.
...
After bidding farewell to Aoki Haruhi, Hattori Hiroyuki got into his private car and returned to his residence.
The vehicle moved slowly.
The driver glanced at the rearview mirror and couldn't help but smile, "President, you seem quite happy tonight."
Is that so?
Hattori Hiroyuki was a little puzzled.
Perhaps it was because he received a gift from Tsuda.
However, he also felt a little sad, thinking that Nao Tsuda had been snatched away by that scoundrel Aoki Haruhi.
After a while, the driver pulled the car over to the side of the road.
Waiting for the President to throw the game disc into the trash can.
But Hattori Hiroyuki sat in the back seat, staring unblinkingly at the game cover.
On it was a beautifully rendered drawing of a bride in a wedding dress and another handsome man in a suit standing side by side, smiling.
Although it was a two-dimensional drawing, one could roughly make out the appearances of Aoki Haruhi and Nao Tsuda.
The girl had neat short hair, while the boy had a pair of slender, bright eyes.
As if looking at the camera, the male protagonist and female protagonist in the picture smiled happily, which was particularly infectious.
The art style was very exquisite and beautiful, drawn by Pokeni's young artist, Ninjin Makoto.
His previous work as lead artist for 'Your Name' had a similar feel.
"Hmm… This is a game Aoki Haruhi made for Tsuda."
Or should I just experience this game myself?
To be honest, when he saw the girl on the cover, Hattori Hiroyuki was smitten.
Hattori Hiroyuki painfully clutched his forehead.
Forget it, forget it.
The thought of having to endure Aoki Haruhi and Tsuda flaunting their affection while he played this game made him feel especially uncomfortable.
Flaunting their affection was one thing, but to do it in this way was truly infuriating!
Thinking of this, Hattori Hiroyuki rolled down the car window and threw the 'proposal daisakusen' disc into the trash can.
Duang!
Trash can: It's you again?!
...
...
After setting the release date with the distributors, Pokeni's new game, 'proposal daisakusen', quickly entered the promotion and marketing process.
In April 1996, the PV for 'proposal daisakusen' officially aired:
Cherry blossoms fluttered, carried by the wind into the sky.
The sky was azure.
[Have you ever regretted anything in your life?]
[At some point, have you ever thought, if life could be relived?]
The male protagonist's monologue played on screen.
A poignant and melodious piece of music began to play.
Seemingly different from Pokeni's previous galgames, the music for this 'proposal daisakusen' was entirely cheerful.
In this atmosphere,
As the camera slowly lowered, a little boy and a little girl appeared.
The little girl seemed injured. After coming out of the infirmary, the boy said seriously:
"I will take care of Rei for the rest of my life."
The little girl laughed happily, "Then, I'll leave it to you."
In a flash, the camera cut directly.
In the church, bells chimed.
The female protagonist, dressed in a pure white wedding gown, sat on the platform, but the groom beside her was not the male protagonist.
The male protagonist watched her silently from below.
[Words easily spoken in childhood become impossible to say no matter what when grown up.]
[If time could be rewound, I hope Rei could find happiness.]
...
[If… time could be rewound.]
The entire screen began to distort and rewind, as if caught in a vortex.
Countless beautiful characters and scenes flashed like a kaleidoscope in the PV.
[This is a journey back to the past to change the future!]
[A time-traveling operation to make her happy!]
[If you were given a chance to relive it, would you seize it?]
[If you were given a chance to relive it, what would you say to that person?]
Swish…
The music abruptly stopped.
On the screen were the grown-up male protagonist and female protagonist.
The sun set, golden rays.
The two stood by the sea, gazing at each other, smiling with pursed lips.
"Rei, I will definitely make you happy," the male protagonist said.
"I will take care of you for the rest of my life."
The female protagonist clasped her hands to her chest and bowed slightly.
"For the rest of my life, I'll leave it to you." The girl's voice rang out.
[May 20, 1996]
['proposal daisakusen']
[Director: Aoki Haruhi]
[Made for love]
...
Soon after the PV aired, discussions about this new game were already widespread online:
"Hey, hey, have you seen the PV for Pokeni's latest galgame, 'proposal daisakusen'?"
"Yes, yes, to be honest, the PV is really good. The character designs are quite attractive, both the male protagonist and female protagonist and the scenes are very captivating."
"Of course! I heard that the game's original art was done by Ninjin Makoto."
"Ninjin Makoto? Is that the artist who worked on 'Your Name'?"
"That's right, it's him. The first time I played 'Your Name,' I was drawn in by the art style. Ninjin Makoto's original art is truly impeccable."
"No wonder! 'proposal daisakusen' looks so good."
"Yeah, plus the theme of 'proposal daisakusen' and going back to the past, I'm really looking forward to this game.
I don't know why, but when I watched the PV, I thought of my first love from junior high.
She was a very beautiful and kind girl…"
"Me too, I also thought of my first love. I was in elementary school then, and she was a head taller than me. I was always bullied, but she protected me.
Hahaha, it's embarrassing to say.
But then, when I got to high school, it became my turn to protect her."
"Ah~ I'm so envious."
"How to put it, the game PV is good, the theme is good, the visuals are good…
However, the only problem is the Director."
"Yes, I also started to hesitate because of the Director's name, otherwise I would definitely buy it."
"Who's the Director? Why do you all speak so poorly of him?"
"Pokeni's President, Aoki Haruhi."
"Nani?! Aoki Haruhi is the Director? Can this game even be played?"
"President Aoki might be fine for other types of game, but galgames are really not his forte."
"It's over, it's over. I can't even imagine a galgame directed by Aoki Haruhi."
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