Hatake Sakumo's Wedding Invitation

"Already finished?" Uchiha Ying frowned slightly and spoke softly.

"Yes, Lord Hokage." The ANBU ninja Meituan Yiyi knelt on one knee and responded respectfully.

"Equip each team captain and vice-captain with walkie-talkies first. That is the top priority." Uchiha Ying's gaze was deep, his tone calm yet resolute. After a pause, he continued, "As for the fruit slot machines, open an arcade here as the main store, then set up a franchise near every clan."

"Lord Hokage, what is a franchise?" Meituan Yiyi asked with a bewildered expression.

"No wonder you don't know." Uchiha Ying shook his head slightly. Just as he was about to take out a cigarette, Meituan Yiyi swiftly picked up a match. With a scratch, she struck a flame and lit the Hokage's cigarette.

"You did well." A faint, imperceptible smile touched Uchiha Ying's lips as he praised her.

"A franchise is a form of business partnership." Uchiha Ying took a deep drag and slowly exhaled smoke. "As the main store, we possess a proven operating model, a brand, and products, such as our fruit slot machines. We authorize these to stores near other clans—those will be the franchise stores."

"They will need to pay us a certain fee, whether in money or other resources beneficial to us. In return, we will provide guidance on a unified décor style, machines and equipment, and operational support, including key matters such as repairing slot machines and setting winning probabilities."

"At the same time, franchise stores must follow the rules we establish, such as business hours and service standards. That way, they can quickly start operating with the help of our brand and experience, while we can expand our influence and profits through fees and supplying goods. It is a win-win arrangement." Uchiha Ying flicked away the ash, a