A couple finally opened their long-awaited cafe despite being a franchise. However... ``We didn't have many customers today either.'' ``It's a lot less than Mr. Oki at the headquarters expected. Royalty payments are tough again this month. Huh!? Hey Emi, look at this ad! There's an affiliated company nearby. The store is about to open. It was on my way from the station to my house..." "I-Isn't that an overwhelming disadvantage?"