I, Hikigaya, am just a light novelist

"No, it doesn't matter. I can do it even without your help."

Wu Geng Liuli quietly clenched her fists.

They're just a bunch of rotten humans, there's nothing to care about, just look down on them like Shinpei Amidai!

"Actually, if you really can't stand it, you can do this..."

He looked at the girl's face and suggested something to her.

"If I could afford the wages."

Wu Geng Liuli suddenly felt a little funny.

"Well."

Hikigaya Hachiman felt choked.

Sometimes, he takes things for granted.

"Forget it, there's nothing to discuss. Maybe you'll be able to debut a novel before the next Comic Con."

In order to cover up his embarrassment, he changed the subject.

"Are you setting a flag for me? Don't tell me that after you say this, I will never be able to debut..."

Wu Geng Liuli first sneered, his tone full of sharpness.

"But I'll just take it as a blessing."

Then, a faint smile appeared on her lips.

41 people can't be demolished

The fan novels with illustrations are solid and thick, and they only cost 500 yen. In terms of appeal, they are no worse than some fan comics, so the light novels on the table disappeared one after another. Judging from the progress, , there is every chance it will be sold out before the noon break.

Maybe it's because the location is better, or maybe it's because his standards are actually quite high.

In short, the emergence of this situation made Wu Geng Liuli extremely happy.

If all 500 copies are sold, according to her estimate, minus the printing costs and booth fees, a total of more than 150,000 yen can be earned.

It is true that this kind of income is not as much as what many people earn from working in a month, but for Wu Geng Liuli, who can only work secretly in an old bookstore, it is already too much.

What's more, this is just the beginning. If you become famous in the future, even if you can't debut in a novel, you may live a very comfortable life.

For example, for painters who are even more popular in the industry like Eri Kashiwagi, their income may not be as good as that of some ordinary professional cartoonists, but their reputation cannot be introduced to outsiders.

Hikigaya Hachiman and Gogen Ruri also put the remaining novels on the table. As time passed, when there were only a dozen books left, a new customer appeared in front of them.

"Eh?"

There was something strange in Hikigaya Hachiman's eyes.

The person in front of him wore a pair of black-rimmed glasses, an earth-colored peaked cap on his head, and was dressed in a somewhat outdated otaku style. This deliberate dress seemed to be deliberately concealing something.

There is no doubt that the girl in front of her is trying her best to hide her appearance so as not to reveal her identity.

But he still recognized the true identity of the girl in front of him.

Sawamura Spencer Eri, the eldest daughter of the Sawamura family, is also a famous book artist Kashiwagi Eri, and the ace of the fan game club "egoistic-lily".

It is normal for the other party to appear on such an occasion, but I did not expect to appear in front of their booth so coincidentally. It seems that as a book painter, I am also chasing the popularity, and I am very interested in today's popular animation themes. I care about this type of fan fiction.

Indeed, just as he speculated, Eiriri had just drawn a fanfic of this popular animation some time ago and also liked this work. When she saw the fanfic of this work, she was naturally attracted to it.

When she walked to the booth, her attention was not focused on them at all, but she was conducting a trial reading in a familiar manner.

"The quality of the article is average, probably better than that of a novice, and not worth collecting."

Yinglili looked a little disappointed.

As a veteran, she naturally has her own vision. The works she can collect must be of high quality or innovative, even for doujinshi.

"Huh? There are actually illustrations?"

Just as she read a few pages and was about to put the light novel back, she glanced at the illustration.

It is true that the illustrations in fan novels are a highlight, but the quality of the paintings is not very eye-catching. The main reason is that the style of the illustrations makes her very concerned.

"Who drew this illustration?"

Eirili closed the light novel and looked at the two of them.

"I drew it, and I also wrote the novel."

At five o'clock Liuli stood up.

"Why does this painting feel familiar to me? Do you use anyone's work as a reference?"

Eiri Ritsugu continued to ask.

"Eri Kashiwagi, why are you asking so many questions? If you want to buy it, just buy it."

Wu Geng Liuli was a little impatient.

Her attitude was a bit bad. If it had been any other time, Yinglili would have thrown the book and left, because she is also a very tempered person. But after receiving this answer, she immediately said: "Okay, give me one, no, two!"

"Give."

Hikigaya Hachiman handed over two light novels.

Eiri took out 1,000 yen and put two fan novels into her handbag.

‘Strange, that person’s eyes don’t recognize me, do they? No, it must be my misunderstanding, right? ’

Turning around, Yinglili quietly glanced back, then shook her head and continued looking for the 'treasure' along the stalls.

"It seems she misunderstood something."

Hikigaya Hachiman thought in his mind.

"Why did that person ask that? Is she a weirdo, or is she a fan of Eri Kashiwagi?"

Wu Geng Liuli was a little surprised by the other party's performance and made such a comment.

"Maybe it's Kashiwagi Eri herself."

His seemingly joking words revealed the truth.

After a while, a total of 200 fan fictions had been sold out, and the two of them cleaned up the scene and prepared to leave.

"Hikigaya, this is the money I borrowed from you."

On the train home, Gokou Ruri handed over a stack of banknotes after finishing the cleanup.

Hikigaya Hachiman took it easily.

"I didn't expect it to be sold out. It turns out that making money can be so easy."

Gokou Ruri said with some emotion.

"Is it really easy?"

Hikigaya Hachiman suddenly said.

Gokou Ruri thought about it immediately.

With the help of a debut writer, it still took time and time again to polish it tirelessly, and then there was the current result. On the surface, it was a result of selling 100,000 yen a day, but in fact it was a scene behind several months. Such a return is not very high.

But compared to those hobby participants, it is definitely much better.

"It's really not easy."

She smiled.

Three days later, all 500 copies of the fan fiction were sold. After Gokou Ruri estimated the income, although she remained calm on the surface, her heart was already filled with joy.

With so much money, she could consider buying more of her favorite light novels and comics, and buy some dolls for her sister, which was something she could not imagine before. All this was accomplished with the help of someone.

At the door of her house, Gokou Ruri secretly glanced at his profile, suddenly stretched out her right hand, pointed at him and said: "Hehe, Hikigaya, considering that you have played an irreplaceable role in paving the way for me... Come on! Tell me your request, I can promise you."

Unexpectedly, Hikigaya Hachiman just glanced at her lightly.

"Chuunibyou? It seems that after staying in that environment for three days, your condition has worsened."

Gokou Ruri's face suddenly flushed.

Life is already so difficult, some things should not be exposed!

"Forget it! Humph!"

She went home angrily.

42 Live in the present and look forward to the future

After the winter comic exhibition, it means that the new year is coming.

Hikigaya Hachiman reviewed his experience in the past year, which should be the most meaningful period of his life so far.

Looking back on his previous life, his parents divorced shortly after he dropped out of high school. No one loved him except his grandfather. He only placed his hopes on the beautiful world of fantasy. After that, he wanted to do something but failed to do anything. In the end, his short life ended because of a ridiculous accident.

In this life, the family environment is almost the same. The only difference is that he has a cute and sensible sister. This makes him feel a little more comforted, so that he can gradually get out of the predicament and look forward to a different life.

So far, he seems to be doing well. Even though there are some setbacks, he still became a light novelist as he wished. Although the story is someone else, at least he tried to express it in his own words.

Although it sounds a bit ridiculous and shameless, as a mediocre person, he thinks he has done well enough.

In the next period of time, he will work hard to become a real strong man!

Of course, this does not mean that plagiarism is no longer allowed. If you don't use it when you have an advantage, that is the self-righteousness of a fool and meaningless stubbornness.

But in the end, only writing can override everything!

...

"Onii-chan, is the comic exhibition fun?"

Komachi jumped in front of him.

He and Gokou Ruri went out early in the morning, which was naturally hidden from his sister at home. After asking, she even asked to go with them, but he refused.

The reason is simple. His sister is still too young, still an elementary school student, and it is not suitable for her to go to such a place to avoid being contaminated.

"It's okay. We didn't play much. In addition to selling books, we just went to some bookstores."

Hikigaya Hachiman said truthfully.

"Does everyone there wear cosplay costumes?"

Komachi asked curiously.

"Of course not. Generally speaking, only dedicated cosplay enthusiasts will go to cosplay by themselves. Most people are still at the level of appreciating others' cosplay."

He replied.

"Is that so."

Komachi nodded.

Then, his sister asked several more questions, and he, as a brother, answered them patiently one by one.

"There are so many people, some even come to wait in the middle of the night? It's so exaggerated. Komachi was quite interested before, so after listening to Onii-chan's story..."

Komachi frowned.

"Wouldn't it be fine if I didn't go?"

He said, rubbing his sister's hair.

"That's a pity."

Komachi looked regretful.

In the evening.

Because it was a New Year's Eve dinner that only happened once a year, the food on the table was unusually rich.

"Komachi, you're about to graduate from elementary school, right? Have you decided which middle school to go to?"

The Hikigaya couple became concerned about Komachi's affairs.

"Well, the middle school where Onii-chan is, so we can go to school together."