With the advertising budget invested in racing, how much return it brought depended on how far Shen Qi and Lilligant could push themselves.
If they were eliminated in the first preliminary round, Akiho's advertising would receive too little exposure, and too superficial an impression. She would definitely lose money.
If Lilligant and Shen Qi advanced to the second round and performed well enough to land a few media interviews, the Luxury Resort would make a small profit on its 100,000 b sponsorship.
If they actually made it into the main race, Akiho's sponsorship would definitely pay off, even if they finished dead last.
"Shen Qi, if you feel this sponsorship is too generous, then work hard to repay Miss Akiho."
"I don't just want to repay Akiho. I also want to win as much honor as I can for Pokémon High School."
When it came to gratitude and thanks, Pokémon High School was whom Shen Qi owed the most.
This wasn't polite talk for the school leadership. His gratitude came from the heart.
Out here in the remote countryside, Pokémon High School meant far more to Shen Qi than an ordinary school, and its value to him could even rival that of a prestigious school.
Whenever Shen Qi needed something, Pokémon High School did everything it could to provide it. Principal Gui also did his utmost to send his students higher and farther, or help them recognize the beauty that belonged to them.
That was why Shen Qi sincerely hoped he would have the ability to repay Pokémon High School and bring benefits to Island 6 and Island 5.
Becoming a really good driver should let me do that... unfortunately, even getting through the first preliminary round is uncertain right now.
"Ho ho ho, don't put so much pressure on