The lonely Hikigaya Hachiman wants to become the king of mystery novels

"Objectively speaking, even though I have worked on many film crews, I have never experienced the professionalism of this crew. I can only say that he is worthy of being the director of Nakajima. The team he leads is the best in Japan."

Hoshino Akua seriously commented that as the director's apprentice and assistant, he has been in and out of many production crews, so he is considered an expert in this area and his words are of more reference value.

"I feel relieved when I hear you say that. By the way, what kind of existence is Director Nakajima like when he is working?"

Hikigaya Hachiman nodded and continued to ask.

"Well, actually just this morning, I was sprayed by Director Nakajima..."

Hoshino Aqua said with some regret.

"Of course, I was not the only actor who was scolded in the morning. If only one actor was scolded by the director in public, then he would become the center of discussion in private after work; however, if everyone was scolded by the director, , then after the work is over, everyone will only discuss the director. So I won’t feel embarrassed.”

Aqua explained that he has experienced a lot of scolding.

"Is that so? I didn't expect Nakajima to be in this state when he was supervising work."

Hikigaya Hachiman really couldn't connect the polite, elegant and easy-going artistic uncle with the big troll director Hoshino described.

"By the way, Hoshino-san, you don't have any other ongoing shooting tasks right now, right?

It is bad behavior to cheat, but in order to make more money, many small companies often let their actors shoulder many filming tasks for a period of time.

"Of course not, Mr. Hachiman. There was actually a stage play that wanted me to participate in it before, but I rejected it. And Supervisor Nakajima will never tolerate this kind of behavior. He requires all our actors to do whatever they want that day. If there is no filming assignment, everyone must come to the crew to report, study the script or watch the filming."

Hoshino Aqua replied.He cherishes this opportunity very much. Being able to accept the guidance of Tetsuya Nakajima with such high standards and strict supervision is an opportunity that many actors of the same age simply cannot envy.

In fact, when Tetsuya Nakajima sat in front of the camera, he was a tyrant on the set.Whether it is the movie queen Fujima Takako or a fledgling middle school student, as long as his performance is unsatisfactory, he will directly reprimand him in front of everyone.The actors' agents stood outside the set, observing the situation inside with fear.

Of course, for Hikigaya Hachiman, the worse these actors are abused, the stronger his confidence in the success of the film becomes.After all, he can get a share of the box office of this movie. Even if he does not hold a position in this crew, he must pay attention to their work.

If he had known that Uncle Hachiman was delayed in making money due to some people's laziness, he would not be as friendly as he is now.

Chapter 121: Choices about the "Jukkaukan Incident"

On May 22, Chapter 2 of "New Participants" was officially published in the June issue of "All Readings".However, at this time, Hikigaya Hachiman has no time to pay attention to the response on the Internet. He is generally sorting out the matters related to the manga adaptation of "Jukkaukan Incident", which is a more important task.

On the night of the manga cooperation with Kodansha, Hikigaya Hachiman called Eiri Sawamura and expressed his desire to cooperate again. Of course, the other party was very happy, until...

"Sawamura-san, if possible, I hope you can use the vest of Eri Kashiwagi to cooperate with me this time. After all, it is going to be serialized in a comic magazine. Your identity as a painter is a bit inappropriate."

"Hey, hey -?! Mr. Hachiman, are you kidding me? When did I, the vest, ever draw a serious manga? Oyster, oyster!"

Yinglili looked very resistant to this proposal.

"Drawing serious comics doesn't mean you have to reveal your identity. Your vest, Eri Kashiwagi, will never fall off. Besides, aren't there many artists from the sea now coming ashore to create serious comics? This in itself is also very topical. It’s a matter.”

Hikigaya Hachiman said on the phone that he needed to get the other person to let go of their shyness and truly create with the mentality of a cartoonist.

"Even if you say so..."

Sawamura Eiri couldn't refute, but she couldn't change her mentality quickly either.

As mentioned before, Eiri's mother, Ms. Sayuri Sawamura, has always been very supportive of her daughter's career in creating illegal comics, but she also often instilled in her daughter the idea that drawing this kind of comics is definitely not a long-term solution. If you want to develop as a cartoonist, the best way is to go ashore and create comics that can be presented to the public.

Therefore, when Hikigaya Hachiman called her just now, Eiri was very excited.She knew that as long as she could complete this comic with Mr. Hachiman, she would officially enter the public eye as a cartoonist.

Besides, that was "Weekly Young Magazine", a real leader in youth comics magazines, so it was the most appropriate thing to announce his transformation in comics creation.

"Sawamura-san, you don't have to give me the answer right now. Tomorrow is Kasumigaoka-senpai's autograph session. How about we talk about it together at the venue?"

Hikigaya Hachiman decided that the other party no longer had any worries and was just too shy to speak.

"Okay, Mr. Hachiman. Let's talk at the book signing tomorrow. I will meet you with the exact answer."

Eri Sawamura assured.

After finishing the conversation with Eiriri, Hikigaya Hachiman began to seriously think about the creation of "Jukkaukan Incident".

It is worth mentioning that "The Jukkaokan Incident" is the pioneering work of the previous "Kate" series, and according to a widely circulated saying, "The Jukkaokan Incident" is also the pioneering work of Japan's new original reasoning. , its historical status is extremely high.

So why did Hikigaya Hachiman express a book with such a high status in his previous life only in the form of a comic?Quite simply, because from today's perspective, "The Jukkaukan Incident" can only be regarded as a relatively mediocre work anyway.

In general, "The Jukkaukan Incident" not only has mediocre motives and mediocre plots, but there are also many things that are difficult to explain logically in the story.The characters in the book are often forcibly reduced in intelligence to serve the advancement of the plot, which leads to full of flaws.The narrative part in this book, which is somewhat shocking, really cannot stand up to much scrutiny.

However, the above criticisms of this book are limited to the category of mystery literature.If you change the track of this book and place it in the field of comic serialization, then the plot of this work is not bad. It has all the characteristics of a serial comic that can attract readers: extremely fast entry into the main line, and a suspenseful atmosphere Full of excitement, climax after another, suitable for chapters (?).

For Hikigaya Hachiman, he has two issues to worry about: the first is the narrative trick in the original work, which requires certain skills to be presented in the form of comics; the second is the story he turned back to Eiri Sawamura for manga The content must be a relatively detailed script, which is more complicated than simply writing a novel.

"I'm already very tired today, let's work hard tomorrow!"

Hikigaya Hachiman chose to give up and threw himself on his bed to escape from reality. He opened Twitter and started to discuss online discussions about "New Participants" Chapter 2.

Not surprisingly, Chapter 2 of "The New Participant" still continues the good reputation of Chapter 1, and more and more readers are beginning to feel the charm of these short-circuited socialist reasoning.

When reading most mystery novels, readers often need to be nervous and highly concentrated.This can easily cause people to consume their energy too quickly and become tired after reading.

Therefore, novels like "The New Participant" that people can read in a leisurely state will inevitably have a large market.It can be a short story for parents, allowing readers to experience the charm of reasoning.

"Who said that mystery novels can't be tender? Who said that parents can't understand the subtleties of the story? Reasoning can not only be used to investigate cases, but can also be used in all aspects of our lives. I think this is what Mr. Hachiman wants to do through this "New Participants" Tell us the truth.”

"For the majority of mystery fans, the period of waiting for the release of "The Clock Museum Incident" is painful. But fortunately, there is also "New Participants", which can fill the gap during this period."

"Detective Kaga is really a warm-hearted man! I can't wait to watch the TV series "New Participants"."

Discussions on the Internet remain high.In reality, the sales volume of "All Readings" magazine has also been rising. Relying on Mr. Hachiman's magic needle, the June issue of the magazine has exceeded the 2-volume mark. This number is considered a miracle among literary publications. In the same period, the No. [-] magazine had a circulation of only about [-] copies.

Magazines from other publishing houses were so jealous of the glory of "All Readings" that they were almost bleeding, but they had to admit that only Mr. Hachiman could bring about such a miracle.

For this reason, almost all mainstream literary publications in Japan have increased their investment in the New Talent Award, striving to give birth to a new literary genius under the heavy reward.Although it is still unclear how effective this effort will be in the end, it is undeniable that the emergence of Hikigaya Hachiman has injected a powerful fresh force into today's literary world.

At this time, the 16-year-old writer, who carried the future of the literary world on his shoulders, had fallen into a deep sleep.The screen of his mobile phone is still on, and the positive comments about "New Participants" from netizens are constantly being displayed on it.

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Chapter 122 Ministry of Finance: You gave me your identity information

Ever since Yukinoshita Yukino moved to a new apartment, her sister, Yukinoshita Harano, has developed a stereotype: her dearest sister must be comparing herself to her every day. My dear junior fellow student, I have been staying at home for a long time.

In fact, Yang Nao's idea is biased.Yukino doesn't go to Hikigaya's apartment every day. She also has her own life and study rhythm, as well as her own hobbies. She can also live a very exciting life alone, so she and Hachiman are just ordinary classmates and neighbors. ...Bar.

"I'm going to attend teacher Xia Shizi's autograph session tomorrow and I need to talk about some work-related matters. Do you want to go with me?"

It was already eleven o'clock in the evening. Hikigaya Hachiman finished typing in front of the computer and looked at Yukinoshita Yukino, who had been lying on his bed silently.

"Is the autograph session...? Okay. After it's over, let's go shopping together. It feels like it's been a long time since I went out with Hikigaya-kun."

In Hikigaya Hachiman's house, Yukinoshita Yukino always looks soft and cute.She had just been lying on Hachiman's bed and almost fell asleep, so her voice was very lazy when she spoke.

In the more than a month since they entered high school, the relationship between Yukino and Hikigaya Hachiman has almost never left the apartment and school. It has been a long time since they went out to eat when they had nothing to do. .

"Okay, Yukinoshita-san, is there anywhere you want to go?"

Hikigaya Hachiman leaned on the back of his chair, crossed his legs and asked Yukinoshita Yukino who was lying on his bed.

"It doesn't matter, I'll just follow you."

Yukino buried her head into the pillow.

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Kasumigaoka Shiu and Sawamura Eri are now somewhat inseparable, but they still seem to be a bit at odds every time they meet.

In fact, they both recognized each other's talents in their hearts, but they both had some awkward personalities and didn't want to fall behind in words.

"I said that Sawamura-san, since you came here early in the morning, how about you come and help me?"

Kasumigaoka Shiyu looked helplessly at a certain golden retriever cartoonist who was sitting in her seat and scrolling through her mobile phone.

"Well, I really can't do anything about you. But senpai, you can consider calling me Sawamura-sensei from now on. After all, I am also a mangaka who will be serialized in "Weekly Young Magazine", and I am working with a veteran Hachiman. .”

Sawamura Eiri put down her mobile phone, came to Kasumigaoka, and said to her with some excitement.

Yinglili's rant is actually quite reasonable.Even in the creative world of two-dimensional works, the respect level of cartoonists as a writer is higher than that of light novelists.However, since Eiri was not a serious cartoonist before, she could not really use this identity to suppress Kasumigaoka Shiu.

"Okay, great manga artist Sawamura-kun, please help move these books to the table at the door."

Kasumigaoka Shiu stuffed a stack of the fourth volume of "Metronome of Love" into Eiri's arms and patted her head.

"Damn it! Don't touch my head, fat woman!"

Yinglili wanted to touch it back, but her hands were holding a stack of novels, so she had to go and work.

In fact, the level of the autograph session Bungei Shunqiu held for Hachiman in March was one of the most luxurious in all of Japan.Most of the book signings held by lesser-known novelists are relatively simple and unpretentious, even so simple that the writer himself takes charge of decorating the venue.

"Sawamura-kun, after your and Mr. Hachiman's comics are published, would you like to hold a book signing event? Although the process will be a bit hard, it is also a great thing to see so many fans who admire you. Something that feels fulfilling.”

After setting up the venue, the two sat together to rest, Kasumigaoka suggested.

"Stop making trouble, senior. As I am now, I will always have only one identity to the outside world. As for Eri Kashiwagi, let her remain a secret forever."

Sawamura Eiri shook her head. Even if the name Kashiwagi Eiri really became a well-known boy or young adult manga author many years later, the fact that this name once had an H drawn on it cannot be forgotten by everyone. This is what makes Yinglili feel embarrassed.

"I'm afraid...it's a bit difficult, Kashiwagi-sensei."

Kasumigaoka Shiyu's voice sounded a little gloating.She handed her mobile phone to Eri-ri. On it was the latest announcement from the Ministry of Finance of Japan.

"In order to implement the consumption tax policy, starting from October this year, all taxpayers need to register as a 'qualification request letter issuer'? After registration, the real name and other information... will be disclosed by the National Tax Agency?! What!"

Yinglili read the contents of the news in disbelief.

"Can't I not register this thing? This is so illegal! Even the Ministry of Finance can't be so overbearing!"

"Actually, this is not a mandatory policy, Sawamura-san. However, if you don't register this thing, even if the other party gets your invoice, they can't deduct the tax."

Kasumigaoka Shiyu explained with a smile.

"What? Then what's the difference between this and compulsion?! Who will cooperate with me if my invoice is not tax deductible?"

Sawamura Eiri completely collapsed. She lay on the table in despair and let out a coquettish wail. She no longer paid attention to Kasumigaoka Shiyu's hand that touched the top of her head again.

"Okay, Sawamura-san. In fact, the only people who will know are those who are working with you. As long as they don't tell anyone, no one will know."

Xia Zhiqiu Shiyu comforted.In fact, many YouTubers, cartoonists, and light novel writers who want to protect their identity information are protesting this matter. The effect of the protest can be imagined, and naturally there is no progress.

For a moment, Eiri even considered using her mother's account for future business cooperation, but then she thought about it, using her mother's identity to protect herself from the shameful H-comic author's identity was a bit filial, and Sayuri was the same. A relatively well-known figure in Chiba's social circle.

"Forget it, let's take it one step at a time. As a small individual, I can only do my job well, right?"

Yinglili looked away. If it were her before, she would have been troubled by this matter for a long time.But not anymore. This is the confidence and calmness that her upcoming collaboration with Hikigaya Hachiman can bring her.

Chapter 123 There is also a gap between geniuses

"Although I have some original considerations about the characters of this work. But after all, it is serialized in a comic magazine, so it is necessary to draw the characters more beautifully. As for their characters, there is no template that can be applied. , after all, this is a mystery work, and generally speaking, the characters still have to serve the plot.”

After Kasumigaoka Shiu's book signing, several acquaintances who attended as usual had to have a meal together.After arriving at the Western restaurant that several people often visited, Hikigaya Hachiman and Eiri began to have some preliminary discussions about the manga adaptation of "The Clock Museum Incident".

"No problem, Mr. Hachiman. Creating beautiful characters is what I'm best at. I can start the preliminary character drawing according to the plan you gave me when I go back this afternoon."

Yinglili seemed full of motivation.

"In addition, the most important issue before us now is how to present the final narrative trick of "Jukkaukan Incident" in the form of comics. This will be a task that determines the height of this comic."

For a long time, narrative trickery, a special storytelling method, was widely considered to exist only on the carrier of words.

But in recent years, many forms other than literary works have proven through practical actions that they can also use narrative tricks to create creations. There are even film and television dramas that have successfully used narrative trick methods for filming.

"Various cases have shown that although it is difficult to present narrative tricks in the form of pictures and comics, it is not impossible to achieve. Please believe me, Mr. Hachiman, the more challenging the work, the more my talents will be stimulated."

Yinglili said confidently.As a well-known painter, she has strong professionalism in the field of traditional painting, which is what sets her apart from other cartoonists.

"If you can really do it, Sawamura-san, then this comic will become your best business card. As far as I know, no one has ever been able to create narrative tricks in the field of comics before, so we are going to What we are doing is what no one before us has done.”

Hikigaya Hachiman marveled at Eiriri's current ambitious state.

"Is it the unfinished business of our predecessors...?"

Eri Sawamura savored the weight of these words. What she was going to do was something that no one in the comics industry had ever accomplished. Just thinking of this made her tremble with excitement.

At this time, Kasumigaoka Shiyu, who was listening carefully on the side, seemed a little lonely.She has always believed from the bottom of her heart that the arrogant blonde school girl next to her was far superior to her in talent, and today she strengthened this understanding even more.

Her junior high school student Eiriri has been entrusted with such an important task by Mr. Hachiman, which undoubtedly shows that Mr. Hachiman himself recognizes Eiriri's strength.

And what about Kasumigaoka Shiyu herself?She has achieved higher achievements than most of her peers. Her "Metronome of Love" has been published in four volumes, and the average sales volume of each volume has exceeded [-] copies.But after all, it was Mr. Hachiman who set up the plot framework for her, and every time she stopped moving forward, it was Mr. Hachiman who pointed the direction for her.

Without Mr. Hachiman, her novel would have been stuck in the second volume, and she would have ended up being cut in half by the publishing house. She would have probably given up writing because of this blow.

In other words, Kasumigaoka Shiu believes that her current "successes" are entirely dependent on Teacher Hachiman's inspiration and his subsequent suggestions, unlike Eiriri who made Teacher Hachiman take the initiative to find her through her own strength.

"There is also a gap between geniuses..."

Kasumigaoka Shiyu deeply realized this cruel fact.She is called a "genius girl" by others, but compared to her classmate Eri-ri, her "genius" quality is greatly reduced.As for Mr. Hachiman, any idea that comes to his mind is enough to make another creator a treasure, and it is also a genius idea that countless colleagues are scratching their heads and cannot come up with.