I Am a Light Novel Master in Japan Chapter 202

Shiina Mashiro, who was eating Baumkuchen with gusto, heard this and said casually. This answer was tantamount to an unceremonious rejection of the work arranged by Kagurazaka Iris.

"Oh...is that so? Although I've expected you to refuse, it doesn't matter. It's understandable."

Kagurazaka Iris was a little disappointed, but then he regained his composure and replied with a smile. She had already expected that such a world-class Western painter would have his own inherent temperament. Since the painter, who was not short of money, came all the way to Japan, he naturally had only one very simple goal, which was to illustrate Uesugi Yan's books. Something like money might There is no motivation for her at all.

"So how is the manga work going? Didn't you say that you are going to participate in the newcomer competition in April?" Kagurazaka Iris remembered something and asked with concern.

"The subject matter has been chosen, and inspiration is flowing."

Shiina Mashiro licked her fingers, feeling a little more energetic this time, and explained.

"Oh, what kind of subject is that? A beautiful girl manga?" Kagurazaka Airi nodded and continued to ask.

"Detective." Mashiro Shiina replied.

Li Yan was stunned for a moment, and seemed to be able to understand the reason for Shiina Mashiro's selection of this subject. But with the theme of the detective story, was she really confident that Shiina could draw it well?

"Well, Shiina, if possible, can I take a look at your plot outline?" Li Yan asked.

Nanami Aoyama seemed to be integrated into a small world of creators at this moment. Listening to what they were talking about, the whole car was full of people they had met for the first time. Except for Shiina Mashiro, the others seemed to be already creative They are senior figures in the field, and I watch their interactions at work with a little longing.

Li Yan looked at the plot synopsis inside. It was all written in English, and the handwriting was quite delicate. For Li Yan, whose English was only at a college level, although some words in the text had never been seen before, the overall content was still barely readable. Gotta understand.

The synopsis of the detective theme is about a talented detective girl named Sherlock Holmes and a young Watson who is extremely talented in painting. They came together because of a bizarre demon attack that neither the London police nor a group of detectives could find. To the darkness hidden in another world, only the two detectives with the blood of demon hunters and the special right to investigate cases by the Queen of England have the courage and ability to follow the border of hell step by step to commit the latest crime. Demons and humans are punished by law. To this end, the decisive and brave Holmes embarked on an investigative journey to another world with young Watson who did not even understand common sense...

"Wait a moment……"

Li Yan squinted his eyes after reading the rough settings and said.

"I always feel that the two main characters in it look familiar. No, isn't this what you and I will look like after exchanging the reality settings? When did you become a strong thinker and show unusual charm to middle-aged men? Able..."

Li Yan muttered, but when it came to the next setting, he decided not to go on. He sighed softly. Although he was a little dissatisfied, the subject matter had to be said that if the painting was good, it should actually be quite interesting. For your first work, it doesn't have to be an instant hit. At least gaining a certain number of fans first is a very important step.

At the very least, in the setting, although Shiina transfers all his characteristics to the Watson youth, the assistant who exists like a bodyguard has powerful demon-killing abilities and combat judgment that make demons fearful. It has to be said that this is the only one who has not exploited him. The advantages.

However, in this case, the genre is more like a passionate theme, rather than a flirtatious girl-themed work.

After Li Yan told the general outline to Kagurazaka Iris who was driving, she not long ago acted as an intermediary and showed the first volume of Mashiro's work to a comic editor in the same company, but it was completely passed on the grounds that it was not interesting enough. After listening to the outline this time, my eyes lit up and I said with a smile: "I feel that the theme and setting this time are pretty good. Work hard. As long as one of the protagonists is an attractive girl, the work is basically half successful. "

Li Yan and Nanami couldn't help but feel depressed by Kagurazaka's blunt words... Although this is indeed true, no matter what the plot is, at least if the beautiful girl character is excellent, it will be half the success of the otaku work.

"I'm relieved of Shiina's work for the time being. It's you, teacher. You haven't finished your novel yet. Didn't you promise that it would be written in April? Don't let me go. Otherwise, I won't be able to spare you."

Kagurazaka Iris's eyes sharpened, his smile had a hint of chill, and he warned.

"Already writing, already writing..." Li Yan responded in a low voice.

"Um?"

Nanami Aoyama, who was sitting in the back row, was slightly stunned and asked: "Mr. Li, are you a writer?"

"!"

Li Yan suddenly remembered that in the car, Nanami Aoyama was a female student who he had just met and was an associate high school student in Shuimei Art. Unknowingly, after experiencing this period of twists and turns, he forgot about it for a moment. After all, they are still strangers.

"Yes... because I like to write stories, so I wrote a little bit randomly to earn some living expenses and tuition fees."

Li Yan hurriedly smiled and explained.

At this time, even Kagurazaka Iris understood what Li Yan was thinking. She sighed slightly. It was a good thing to write a book and become famous, but she always felt that the author beside her who had sold more than 500,000 copies was like crossing the street. Like a mouse, it's really sad.

"It turns out that's the case, but people who can write scripts are very good. I also often read novels, especially some light novels after animation are very good, and I can understand the true emotions of the characters in the books. I have always hoped that one day I can become a voice actor and dub for these works.”

Aoyama Nanami said with a smile.

Regarding this girl's dream, it seems that Li Yan can see the glint of expectation in her eyes when she says the word voice actor. She is really a good student with a firm dream. Only the passage [I also often read novels] made him feel that there was a gap like a deep chasm, and he could not get closer.

However, it seemed that these words aroused Kagurazaka Airi's interest. She smiled and asked: "Are you a voice actor? I have met many excellent professional voice actors. My little sister, your voice seems to be very unique. Indeed. It is very suitable to develop in this direction. To be honest, I have also met many light novel writers. Do you have a favorite writer? I will introduce it to you when the time comes. It will be of great help to your future development. "

Kagurazaka Iris drove her car behind a long queue, waiting for the traffic light, and asked Nanami Aoyama.

"Uh... is it true? Thank you, Ms. Editor... I guess there are quite a few writers I like, such as Mr. Wata X from Dengeki Bunko, and Mr. Yamada from "The Dark Fairy of Explosion"..."

As soon as Li Yan heard the word "explosion", he suddenly felt unnaturally uncomfortable. However, the indicator light in front of him turned bright red, and he became as gloomy as the editor who was unhappy with a certain female writer at this moment.

"And Teacher Qianju, the author of "Fantasy Demon Sword Legend"." Nanami Aoyama continued.

At this moment, the indicator light in front of Li Yan suddenly turned green, and Kagurazaka Iris's expression was as clear as day after the rain, and he said with a smile: "Yeah, they are all very good authors. When I got out of the car, I took Mr. Qianju's I’ll send you the line account, her works have always been animated.”

"Really...I feel a little embarrassed, but thank you very much."

Nanami Aoyama's cheeks turned red, and she thanked her nervously and happily. She didn't expect that she would have the opportunity to come into contact with the original authors of these popular anime, and she was immediately overjoyed. It was like a rainbow after a disaster, which washed away the resentment in her heart.

"..."

Li Yan was a little regretful that Nanami Aoyama did not mention his works, which meant that she was not his reader. But it was also a blessing. After all, having an additional reader among his neighbors would make him quite alert, which was also a blessing. things.

"Don't you read the recent novel "Super Academy War" written by the old thief Uesugi? His recent anime adaptation is also very popular. Do you want to introduce him to you?"

Kagurazaka Iris felt that the matter was not big enough, so she asked as a reminder.

Li Yan looked at this troublesome editor with disgust, but he could only dare to be angry but dare not speak.

"Uesugi-sensei... Uesugi-sensei's works are my favorite works. I just heard that Uesugi-sensei doesn't like to meet outsiders... Although I like his works, maybe the two of us can't communicate well..."

Qingshan Nanami smiled bitterly and said.

"Well, why?" Kagurazaka Iris asked curiously.

Li Yan was also curious about why Nanami Qingshan had such comments about him.

"His works are very consistent with my personality. Putting aside the plot of the story, the protagonist's spirit of hard work that will not give up resonates with me very much. He never gave up to correct his shortcomings from the beginning to the end. , overcoming difficulties again and again... There are very few light novels writing these now, but isn't that what life is like? It's not a daily story about beautiful girls. I have to say, it's like watching the story that heals me. It’s like a novel. When you look at the protagonist’s comforting words when you are troubled, you will feel that you can’t lose to the protagonist. It’s really good.”

Aoyama Nanami said with a smile.

The evaluation is surprisingly high. If this person were not a big fan of Li Yan, he would not be able to say such a thing.

"In that case, you should like Teacher Uesugi very much, right?" Kagurazaka Iris didn't understand and asked curiously.

"After watching him announce on TV that he would delay the update, end the story early, and deny the president's feelings, I always felt that it would be better to castrate him after we met..."

Nanami Aoyama replied with a sinister smile.

Shiina Mashiro looked at Li Yan in the front seat with an expressionless face and his whole body trembled for some reason.

Inside the Honda car, it started to move quietly, without a trace of vitality, and continued to drive on the highways and streets of Tokyo...

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