Crossing over, and then being blocked by a rich JK

Chapter 400 Her Frankness and Trust [2K8]

The next day, at ten o'clock in the morning, at the headquarters of Akiba Books.

With a flushed face, Kuriyama Akiie took a deep breath, adjusted her rapid breathing due to running nearly a kilometer, then raised her hand and knocked on the door of the president's office.

dong dong dong.

"Enter."

The next second, Beichen Ichiro's response came as expected.

"Um, President, you're looking for me?"

Pushing open the unlocked office door, Kuriyama Akiie stuck her head in and asked tentatively.

Obviously, she had not made any mistakes at work during this period, but she inexplicably felt guilty, just like when she was in school and her teacher checked her homework. She had obviously finished it, but she still felt scared.

"Yes."

Beichen Ichiro looked at her suspiciously, then waved at her, motioning her to come in and sit down to talk.

His tone just now was obviously normal, why was she acting so cautious?

"Hi!"

Kuriyama Akiie nodded slightly, closed the door, and sat down in front of the sofa in the reception room.

The two of them just stared at each other.

Or to be more precise, Kuriyama Akie was on pins and needles, while Kitashen Ichiro was thinking about how to start the conversation.

"Before we get down to business, I have a question."

After considering for a long time, Beichen Ichiro decided to do it the old way.

Watanabe Yu's identity was no secret within Akiba Books, not to mention that Kuriyama Akiie was originally Watanabe's editor-in-chief.

"You say."

Hearing this, Kuriyama Akiie immediately sat up straight and pretended to listen attentively.

"Why is your face so red?"

"..."

"..."

The two looked at each other for a few seconds, and finally it was Kuriyama Akie who couldn't stand the embarrassment anymore and looked away.

"You were in a hurry, so I ran back after getting off the subway. Plus, the weather was hot, so..."

She paused and shrugged.

Should I say that I scared myself?
She thought Beichen Ichiro was going to ask about performance issues.

This is the result! ?
"Okay." Beichen Ichiro coughed lightly, and calmly pushed the tissue box on the coffee table in front of her, and then smoothly talked about business, "Have you heard anything about Watanabe's new book?"

"The day before yesterday? No, it was the day before yesterday. I chatted with him for a few words, and he said that he had already started writing."

Kuriyama Akie did not rush to take a tissue to wipe her sweat, but answered Kitano Ichiro's question first.

"The day before yesterday?"

Beichen Ichiro chewed on the date and then sneered.

This Watanabe kid is good at keeping secrets.

But if you think about it carefully, it is normal. After all, this is the person's style of doing things. He will habitually say six points as three points and being good at as knowing a little. The classics produce one generation, trial-produce one generation, pre-research one generation, and explore one generation.

"what happened?"

Kuriyama Akiie read the subtext of Kitashin Ichiro and a hint of doubt appeared between her brows.

"Nothing, I just think he did a good job of keeping secrets." Beichen Ichiro shook his head, took out a bound stack of A4 papers from his bag, and handed it to Kuriyama Akiie, "Take a look, and give me an accurate evaluation."

"His new book?"

"Yes, and he also made a request that made me very embarrassed."

"How many words are there in these manuscripts?"

Kuriyama Akiie looked at Hokushin Ichiro.

She would not ask for "difficult requests". As a top worker, she knew exactly what to say and when, and where her responsibilities ended.

"More than 10,000 words."

Beichen Ichiro picked up the hot tea in front of him and took a sip.

"Then I might need a little time, maybe half an hour or so?"

"No need to rush, just finish reading it carefully."

"Ok."

After receiving an affirmative answer from Ichiro Kitano, Akiie Kuriyama felt relieved and opened the manuscript to read it quietly.

She chose this job because she loves literature and words, and dealing with people's works is undoubtedly much easier than dealing with people.

At least it avoids a lot of intrigue and tricks.

After glancing at Akiie Kuriyama who was reading "White Night Walk" seriously, Ichiro Kitano stood up, sat back at his desk, and continued reading the unfinished book.

For a moment, the president's office fell silent, leaving only the rustling sound of turning pages and the occasional sound of the secretary pouring water for Beichen Ichiro's tea.

"Huh..." Half an hour later, Kuriyama Akiie put down the manuscript in her hand, then let out a long sigh and stretched.

The last time I felt so comfortable watching it was the last time.

"finish watching?"

Beichen Ichiro put down the book in his hand, raised his eyebrows and looked at her.

"Yes." Kuriyama Akiie nodded, sorted out her thoughts a little, and said her own thoughts, "From the perspective of editors in the industry, Mr. Watanabe's new book is a completely qualified mystery work.

“Although it is not complete yet, based on what I have seen so far, the quality is completely acceptable, and the approach is also very novel compared to other mystery novels.

"If this performance can be maintained until the end, this book may win the physical sales championship this year.

“It can also naturally become Watanabe-sensei’s transitional work.

"But the premise is that the book can be completed this year, and Mr. Watanabe doesn't suddenly go crazy or something."

She has seen too many cases of authors going crazy, including but not limited to becoming a literary geek while writing, suddenly starting to write mono no aware, and the male and female protagonists either breaking up or one of them dying.

Of course, as an editor with integrity, she suppressed her personal preferences and finished reading these books.

Then I pushed back on the part that was just for the sake of being aware.

"I don't think there will be any seizures."

Beichen Ichiro took over the conversation.

He couldn't guarantee anything else, but he could guarantee this. As for why, the reason was simple: his niece was the first reviewer.

She would not allow her favorite teacher Watanabe to suddenly fall ill.

"If that's the case, my suggestion is to sign the contract as soon as possible, and then we can start working on the corresponding promotional materials. Once Mr. Watanabe is finished, we will start working on it."

Kuriyama Akiie quickly expressed her thoughts.

Thanks to Yu Watanabe's rapid rise last year, she has also accumulated relevant work experience as an editor.

For example, she had never had the experience of dealing with popular authors before.

"Don't worry." Seeing Kuriyama Akiie's energetic look, Ichiro Kitamoto quickly stopped her and continued to talk about the follow-up that he had not finished just now, "Watanabe doesn't want to go the traditional physical route this time, he wants to serialize it.

"That's his 'condition' as well."

To be honest, this was the second time he saw Watanabe Yuu being so determined.
——The last time was when we were discussing royalty sharing.

"Ah? Serialization?"

Hearing this, Kuriyama Akiie calmed down immediately.

Akiba Bookstore does have magazines, but the sales of the magazines have always been rather delicate, and are in a very strange stage, that is, it is in an awkward range where it is not a lot, but it is not a little either.

At this time last year, the president even suggested canceling the magazine, but after a meeting and discussion, everyone decided to keep the magazine.

Firstly, not all submissions are novels, there are also biographical essays. Secondly, the publishing house itself needs a voice channel other than the Internet, such as print media.

"So what's your opinion?"

Beichen Ichiro placed his left hand on the armrest of the chair and supported his face with his right hand.

When it comes to book club issues, he never has the final say; he prefers to listen to the opinions of professionals.

"That depends on what you think, President." Kuriyama Akiie considered her words, "If you think that Mr. Watanabe's fan base is trustworthy, then you can consider agreeing to it. Otherwise..."

She didn't finish her sentence.

In fact, this question is easy to decide, but also difficult to decide. The key lies in whether the president trusts Watanabe.

"That's what you said."

Beichen Ichiro glared at her.

How could he not understand what she meant?

"If I were you, I would agree." Kuriyama Akiie paused, "After all, isn't it the same to publish a bound volume after the serialization is completed? Those who are willing to pay will always be willing to pay, and those who are hesitant always have their reasons.

“Instead of worrying about these things, it is better to care about the quality of the book, which is the most important thing.

"As for the quality of the book, given the quality of the manuscript that Mr. Watanabe has produced, this book will definitely not be bad.

“So I think you can try to trust him.

"And then again, Watanabe is the book club's ace author, and you're the club's president, so you should trust him even more, right?"

As the editor-in-chief of Watanabe Yu, she has always stood on Watanabe's side.

Even if the person you are facing is the president.

Of course, the more important point is that her intuition tells her that this book has great potential. If she falls out with Watanabe Yu because of this kind of thing, and the book is signed by another book company, they will definitely regret it.

"That does make some sense, but why are you so confident in him?"

Beichen Ichiro changed the subject and mentioned it with some surprise.

“Would you not trust a man who tripled your income?”

Kuriyama Akie's answer was concise and to the point.

"..."

He was suddenly a little speechless.

(End of this chapter)