Game Tycoon C486 Shinichi Exposed

Shinichi caught the bewildered expressions on his friends' faces and couldn't help but ask, "What?"

The friends exchanged quick, knowing looks before Arnold took the lead, "Shinichi... did you just say that the first video on YouTube, the one with thousands of views, was uploaded by your dad?"

"Yeah—" Shinichi started, a slow realization dawning on him as the words left his mouth. But before he could backpedal or clarify, his friends jumped in.

"I knew it, Shinichi! Your dad is the legendary Shinro Suzuki!" Arnold couldn't contain his excitement, pointing at Shinichi as if making a grand revelation.

"You can't deny it this time! Haha!" Ryo joined in, laughter bubbling from him, while Satoshi and Takeshi nodded vigorously, their faces alight with a mix of shock and admiration.

The atmosphere turned electric with excitement. They were not just friends with Shinichi, the quiet and thoughtful boy from class; they were friends with the son of a legend—the very person they all looked up to in the gaming world. The realization brought a new sense of awe and closeness, as they shared in the unique connection to someone who had shaped the very industry they adored.

Shinichi had initially planned to deflect, but the sheer enthusiasm of his friends melted his resolve. With a resigned sigh, he conceded, "Alright, guys. You win. I am indeed the son of the person you all admire so much."

Their reactions were immediate, their faces lighting up as if they'd just been handed the keys to a hidden kingdom. Hearing Shinichi’s admission was like a symphony to their ears.

Arnold, unable to contain his excitement, practically leaped from his seat. "Great! Please, Shinichi, you have to invite us to the KiShin headquarters! I've dreamed of visiting there my whole life!"

Ryo, usually more reserved, was equally swept up in the moment. "Seriously, Shinichi? That would be incredible! Just think of all the amazing stuff we could see there!"

Satoshi, whose eyes were now sparkling with anticipation, added, "I can't believe it. We could actually see where all the magic happens! Shinichi, you’ve got to make this happen!"

And Takeshi, who had been quietly taking it all in, finally spoke up with a grin, "This is unbelievable! Shinichi, if your dad is really Shinro Suzuki, then you’re practically gaming royalty. You must have some amazing stories to tell. But yeah, a visit would be epic!"

Seeing his friends' reactions, Shinichi felt a familiar twinge of apprehension. He had anticipated this moment, the instant his identity as Shinro Suzuki's son was revealed. He knew the dynamics of their friendship might shift, with the revelation overshadowing his individuality.

Shinichi couldn't help but wonder if their interactions from here on out would be tinted with a different hue, if his friends would now only see him as the "son of Shinro Suzuki" rather than just Shinichi, their classmate and friend. It was a concern that had lingered in the back of his mind, the fear that his personal identity would be overshadowed by his father's towering legacy in the video games industry.

Shinichi exhaled a weary sigh, the weight of his friends' expectations pressing on his shoulders. "Guys, I can't promise anything, but I'll ask my dad if it's possible for you to visit KiShin headquarters..."

Their excitement didn't wane; instead, it transformed into something even more fervent. Arnold, ever the optimist, quickly chimed in, "It's totally fine if Mr. Shinro Suzuki doesn't allow us into KiShin headquarters. Just getting to meet him and snapping a picture would be more than enough!"

Ryo, usually the quiet one, couldn't hide his enthusiasm either. "Yeah, just meeting your dad would be incredible! He's a legend in the gaming world, and it would be an honor just to shake his hand."

Satoshi, who had been nodding along, added, "Honestly, just being close to you is very good. But meeting Mr. Shinro Suzuki would be a dream come true!"

And Takeshi, usually reserved but now caught up in the collective excitement, said, "I can't believe we might even get the chance. Your dad has been a huge inspiration for all of us. Just a moment with him would be unforgettable."

"You guys are acting so excited, you're hardly yourselves anymore," Shinichi couldn't help but comment, observing the animated expressions of his friends.

"Haha, you can't blame us, Shinichi. After all, we're talking about our idol," Arnold responded, looping his arm around Shinichi's in a gesture of camaraderie.

Their conversation continued for a while, filled with laughter and enthusiastic plans. Eventually, it was time to part ways. Shinichi's friends, still buzzing with excitement, half-jokingly suggested heading over to his house in the hopes of catching a glimpse of his legendary father. Shinichi, understanding their enthusiasm but also seeking to maintain some boundaries, gently declined their proposal.

"Sorry, guys, maybe another time," he said, managing a small smile as he stepped into the waiting car of his chauffeur.

The car pulled away, leaving his friends on the sidewalk, still filled with dreams and speculations about the gaming world and the illustrious Mr. Suzuki. Despite the distance growing between them as he drove away.

"I still find it hard to believe. We've speculated, sure, but hearing it straight from Shinichi... it's different," Ryo mused, his gaze lingering on the car that was carrying Shinichi away.

"Hehe, who would have thought, right?" Arnold chimed in, breaking into a wry smile. "Here we were, thinking Fujio was the big deal with his corporate mogul dad. He never misses a chance to brag, after all."

Satoshi nodded, adding his own thoughts to the mix. "Yeah, but who could have guessed Shinichi tops that list? Having a dad who commands the KiShin empire, reportedly worth between 89 to 100 billion dollars."

Arnold turned to Satoshi with a puzzled look. "Wait, how do you even know the estimated net worth of KiShin, Satoshi?" he asked, his curiosity piqued. After all, they were just elementary schoolers; this level of detail about the business world seemed unusual.

With a chuckle, Satoshi shrugged. "My dad’s a business journalist. He talks about his work a lot and takes his time to explain things to me. I get updated on KiShin's net worth almost every week from him."

"Wow, sounds like your dad is grooming you," Ryo observed, impressed by Satoshi's unexpected knowledge.

"Haha, seems like he’s prepping you to join KiShin one day, keeping you informed about their financials and all," Takeshi joked, his eyes twinkling with amusement.

Their conversation continued, each friend processing the revelation about Shinichi in their own way.