I, Hikigaya, am just a light novelist.

But he felt that he was too deliberate, and it was meaningless to say this in front of them. If he was in front of someone like Yukinoshita Yukino, he might be a little interested.

some day.

"The results of the final review are coming out soon. Do you have any thoughts?"

After his next-door neighbor came to his door to exchange writing opinions with him, he remembered this incident and asked about it.

"What else can we do? We can only leave it to fate."

Wu Geng Liuli sighed.

Her ranking has not changed compared to before, which makes her have no confidence, but after all, she has passed several rounds of reviews, so she still has a certain chance.

"Even if it doesn't work this year, it will definitely pass next year."

In this regard, Hikigaya Hachiman had nothing to do, so he could only comfort him with words.

"Next year?"

Hearing this sentence, the girl was a little sensitive.

"Year after year, it's such a waste. If I had the talent of Nayuta Kana or Sei Senjumura, there would be no chance of such a result... It's a pity that I don't."

Her tone became full of resentment, wishing she could curse people.

The reality always cruelly tells her that the world is always unfair.

Even if she tried so hard, she was still far behind others.

When people fall into a trough, negative emotions will flood into their hearts and become what they are now.

Even if the girl is already trying to control her emotions, she still cannot avoid mental imbalance.

"Although you don't have the talent for writing novels, you have a strong talent for gaming. Now I am no match for you."

Hikigaya Hachiman suddenly said inexplicably.

"What kind of comforting words are you talking about!"

Wu Geng Liuli was forced to complain.

"call."

She took another deep breath.

"Well, there is no need to care about the invincible character on the background. The game must be challenging to be interesting. Victory that can be obtained casually is meaningless."

Wu Geng Liuli shook her hair, with an ambitious expression on her face.

"That's the way it should be."

He nodded secretly.

Then, the day came when the final audit results were communicated.

Hikigaya Hachiman was also a little concerned about this matter, so he also took a look at the results.

This year's most outstanding award was awarded to the first-ranked isekai work, and the excellence award was also given to the following ones. One of them was "Love Metronome" by Kasumigaoka Shiu. Although the daily love works are not as strong as the otherworld works, But it can be considered a less popular subject. After all, the main group of people who read light novels are mainly young people.

The best work award after this...

"It's in."

Hikigaya Hachiman saw the name of one of the works, and a faint smile appeared on his lips.

Five o'clock in the morning.

"I got the newcomer reward!"

Even with Wu Geng Liuli's somewhat dull character, she couldn't help but be overjoyed and shout out.

"What's wrong? Sister Liuli."

"Sister Liuli?"

The two younger sisters, Hinata and Tsumugi, were all attracted by the sound.

"Isn't the condition serious again?"

Hinata had already heard about Chuunibyou from Komachi.

"What kind of illness is this! What nonsense are you talking about?"

Wu Geng Liuli walked out of the bedroom with gloomy eyes.

"Sister Liuli is angry! Run!"

The two sisters were immediately frightened and fled back to the living room.

Wu Geng Liuli showed a helpless smile and then walked out of Wu Geng's house.

"Hikigaya, thank you... thank you. If it weren't for you, I probably wouldn't be able to do this."

Although Wu Geng Liuli was a little shy to speak, she couldn't help but thank her.

"It's okay, we're friends."

Hikigaya Hachiman said without any concern.

"A friend?"

Wu Geng Liuli pondered this term carefully, and a smile appeared on her face.

After a few seconds.

"Heh heh heh...my real name is the Fallen Saint Black Cat. Today, I will admit you as my friend."

She pressed her chest and suddenly laughed wildly with pride.

"It's such an honor to be recognized by someone like you."

Hikigaya Hachiman said in a perfunctory tone.

……

"The opportunities in life are really wonderful."

Wu Geng Ruri walked out of Hikigaya's house and looked back again, her eyes twinkling.

If it weren't for the existence of the other party, she felt that her life would have gone on to another more frustrating path, and she would certainly not be as hopeful as she is now.

"Next, I will embark on the same path as you."

66 The arrival of the prosperous age of the industry

It's not just Gogeng Ruri who is also on the road, but also Kasumigaoka Shiu who is not far from Tokyo.

At the end of the Newcomer Award, she did not win the first place, but lost to another creator who had failed to submit an article for three consecutive years. It seemed that after long training, she suddenly realized that she could beat the others with a work about farming in another world. people.

Over this period of time, Kasumigaoka Shiyu has a relatively clear understanding of the genre and industry of light novels, and can better discern the quality of a light novel.

To be honest, she didn't think her writing was worse than this. The reason for losing was purely due to the subject matter.

In other words - you will never get my approval!

But this is just a newcomer reward.

She already knows that passing the Newcomer Award is just the beginning, and making her official debut does not mean it will be smooth sailing.

She has learned about the Newcomer Award works in recent years.

In fact, many works have been cut in half, and most of the works that are still serialized have sold less than 40, and only a few works have become popular works.

This is one of the three most famous bookstores. You can imagine how fierce the competition in the industry is.

But even so, Kasumigaoka Shiyu is still confident that she can break through the tight encirclement so far.

But if she wants to reach the top of the industry, she actually has no confidence.

Both "Fantasy Demon Sword Legend" and "Silver Season" shocked her greatly.

"Sei Senjumura, Kana Nayuta, and Teacher Tsukiyoshi can barely count..."

Kasumigaoka Shiyu secretly remembered these three names in her heart.

the next day.

She received word of the interview contract.

In the café that Hikigaya Hachiman was familiar with, Machida Enko and Kasumigaoka Shiu started talking.

"I didn't expect that you are only a freshman in high school, Kasumigaoka, and you are also a beautiful woman."

Machida Enzi looked at the face of the girl in front of her, a little surprised.

"Is it unusual for a high school student to debut?"

Kasumigaoka Shiu completely ignored the remarks about appearance, but noticed the subtle tone of the other person's words.

"It's very strange. Authors who debuted as high school students are definitely rare in the entire industry. However, in recent years, a lot of geniuses have emerged, even middle school students...and those people have already accumulated great reputations in the industry. Now Industry insiders are discussing that the industry’s heyday may have arrived.”

As he spoke, Machida Enzi's expression changed and her eyes were fascinated.

"Is that so?"

Kasumigaoka Shiyu knew that she seemed to be deliberately bringing up the topic, but he had to say that it did arouse his curiosity.

"Yes, it's not a secret in the industry. If Kasumigaoka wants to know, then I'll tell you, including Senjumura Sei, Kana Nayuta, and even Tsukoshi-sensei who gave you guidance, and others Who is the one from Wenku? Forget it, it doesn’t matter... they are all younger than you."

Machida Enzi raised her finger and listed them one by one.

"what!?"

The pupils in Kasumigaoka Shiyu's eyes shrank sharply at this moment.

Are these three people not only better than me now, but also more geniuses than me?

This made her feel unprecedented pressure.

"Okay, the small talk is over, let's talk about the serious stuff."

Machida Enko clapped her hands, bringing Kasumigaoka back to her senses.

"Before officially signing the contract, I need to explain a few points to you. Regarding your "Metronome of Love", I don't know if you have noticed that the content is really too short. If you want to make a long series, then you must do it. Revise……"

"Ok, I know."

Kasumi Hill Shiyu nodded.

She had already understood these issues and was mentally prepared.

"Actually, I think Teacher Yueze's suggestion is quite good."

Machida Enzi said.

"Huh? Do you know about that?"

Kasumigaoka Shiyu raised his eyes, his burgundy pupils shining brightly.

"You should have guessed by now that Teacher Yuezi is the teacher in charge of me... Well, so is Teacher Ke'er."

Machida Enzi suddenly bowed forward, covering her mouth with her right hand and secretly said, "Would you like me to introduce it to you? Maybe you two will have a lot in common~"

"Let's talk about it when you have a chance."

Kasumigaoka Shiyu's expression was calm, neither humble nor arrogant.

Although she was really looking forward to meeting these two people, especially Teacher Yuezi who had given her advice, it was definitely impossible to respect them.

She has always been number one since she was a child, and she is even more looking forward to surpassing these two!

than the entrepreneurial valley home.

"Hikigaya, is there anything I need to pay attention to when signing a contract?"

Wu Geng Liuli came over to ask about the person who had come.

"There's nothing you need to pay attention to. The treatment for newcomers should be about the same. Just read the contract again."

Hikigaya Hachiman answered casually.

"By the way, the guardian's signature is also required. You have to let Uncle Wu Geng or Aunt Wu Geng be free to go to Tokyo with you."

Thinking of this, he added.

"I understand, but there is no need to go to Tokyo. The editor said she would come to Chiba to visit."