Shares at 2%.
Looked at Lusamine in surprise.
But she just smiled, signaling Natsuhiko to continue reading.
Do not underestimate these 2% shares.
What does 2% shares in the Ethereum Foundation mean?
Natsuhiko isn't very clear on the specific scale of the Ethereum Foundation.
Not to mention it's comparable to pure profit companies like Devon and Silver. The Ethereum Foundation is a semi-profit organization, promoting the friendly coexistence of humans and Pokémon.
But its scale is definitely not smaller than Devon and Silver.
So they're offering 2% shares?
Isn't this a bit too bold?
Keep reading.
Free provision of all equipment and base expenses for the "UB Countermeasures Department"... Is this pleasing the alliance or themselves?
10% share in the "Ultimate Ball" project.
"Ultimate Ball?" Natsuhiko finally spoke.
Not for anything else, just for this Ultimate Ball, this item.
Lusamine explained: "We've decided to cooperate with Devon Company to launch the 'Ultimate Ball' project."
Natsuhiko pursed his lips without speaking.
She continued: "But it's still just a budding project. Our idea is to find someone capable, knowledgeable, and reputable to lead the project. We proposed a few names with Devon, but neither side was very satisfied.
Until we suggested you, Natsuhiko, and they agreed."
Before Natsuhiko could speak, Lusamine fiddled with her hair and smiled.
"All project expenses will be borne by us and Devon. If you agree, Natsuhiko, just guide the project's direction. We'll also fully equip your team."
"Then why do you need me?" Natsuhiko frowned slightly, "Though I have a good relationship with Devon and a good rapport with Lusamine... with sister Lusamine, I don't see why you need me."
You unwittingly became the younger brother for a moment.
Natsuhiko was still a bit unaccustomed to this.
Upon hearing "sister Lusamine," Lusamine chuckled lightly.
"Because both we and Devon need someone trustworthy as a link."
As she spoke, Lusamine's smile slowly faded, and she sighed lightly.
"I know your concerns, the Ethereum Foundation indeed doesn't have a good reputation with the alliance at the moment, and the alliance has many considerations."
"But all these are for the sake of the Alola Region. You've previously written articles advocating to protect the natural environment of the Alola Region, you understand what I mean, right?"
Natsuhiko was silent.
That article, he had agreed to help Kapu-Mingming write, but the goal of protecting the natural environment and preventing the alliance from overexploiting coincidentally aligned with the Ethereum Foundation's aim.
The Ethereum Foundation disliked the alliance's mass invasion of small and large forces.
It was tolerable if a senior executive parachuted in, but if more small fry came below, the Ethereum Foundation would inevitably face various issues.
And Natsuhiko, he wasn't just a link between Devon and the Ethereum Foundation.
He was also a bridge for communication between the alliance and the Ethereum Foundation.
If they just asked Natsuhiko to join, he most likely wouldn't agree.
But if Devon was involved... the meaning changes.
At least if the alliance wanted to address issues, they would consult Devon first.
"I'll think about it."
After a long silence, Natsuhiko's voice was slightly hoarse.
"12% share," Lusamine said with a bright smile.
"It's not about the percentage."
"15%."
"Sister Lusamine..."
"18%, my limit, along with a priority trial of our 'Ultimate Ball' demo version."
"..."
Natsuhiko took a deep breath.
"As a researcher, I'm simply interested in the 'Ultimate Ball', a project that can benefit the entire Alola Region."
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...
When Natsuhiko left.
The smile on Lusamine's face hadn't faded.
She pressed a button on the table.
"Bico, let Devon know that Natsuhiko has agreed, so they don't have anything to worry about and the cooperation can proceed."
"Understood, Chairwoman."
Bico's gentle voice sounded.
Picking up coffee that was slightly cool, Lusamine walked to the window, watching Natsuhiko leaving slowly below, muttering, "I've made compromises and shown sincerity to the alliance, wouldn't they be petty enough to hold onto grievances?"
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...
Natsuhiko leaving.
After disappearing from the Ethereum Foundation's horizon.
He took out his phone from his pocket.
The screen was on, showing a call.
Natsuhiko smiled and put the phone to his ear, "Teacher, you heard everything, didn't you?"
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