Tokyo Tycoon, Start as a Writer

Chapter 58: Start the conquest of Matsueda-kun!

Kiyoaki Matsueda had never participated in any social events, so when faced with such a situation of being toasted, he could only drink in small sips to cope with it.

Good news: Japanese sake is not strong.

The bad news: He gets drunk if he drinks more than two beers.

Bad news: The editor can’t drink either, so there’s no way to help him block the alcohol.

"All branches of our Kinokuniya have put up posters of Mr. Mishima, and we have also purchased advertising on various commercial screens at our own expense. Mr. Mishima, you must come to our Shinjuku store on the 10th to attend the book signing event."

The person in charge of Kinokuniya looked at the young writer with burning eyes.

That greedy look is like looking at a piece of gold, or a naked beauty.

"Mr. Mishima, we have prepared a lot of new book release activities on the 10th. Please make sure to take some time to come to our Tsutaya Books Ginza store to participate in the new book signing event. Many fans are looking forward to it..."

The person in charge of Tsutaya Books also had a fiery and greedy look in his eyes.

"This, you should discuss with Editor-in-Chief Matsushita." Kiyaki Matsueda threw the question out.

So, the two responsible persons turned around and discussed the activities arrangements for the first day of sale with the editor-in-chief of Panasonic.

Songzhi Qingxian felt peaceful and focused his attention on the dishes.

The main dishes include grilled carp, fried tofu, and beef stewed with potatoes.

As if to match the style of the box, farm dishes were specially selected and potatoes were used for stewing.

"Delicious, is this Kansai cuisine..." Kobayashi Midori started chatting with him.

"It's a Kansai dish, but it's cooked using Kanto methods." Matsueda Kiyoaki recalled the cooking knowledge that Qingxue had told him.

"How can you tell?"

“Kansai dishes are usually stewed with small taro instead of potatoes.”

"I see, that's normal." Kobayashi Midori said with a smile, "After all, this is Tokyo, and the customers are all from Kanto."

Songzhi Qingxian nodded, feeling a little drunk, and took a few sips of the tea beside him.

On the other side, the bookstore manager and editor-in-chief Matsushita agreed on how to assign Mr. Mishima on the 10th, and the conversation at the table then entered the stage of free chat.

Everyone was toasting each other and laughing happily.

"Come to think of it, the boss here is called Gin, right?" The person in charge of Tsutaya Bookstore suddenly said, "I heard from others that she is a Kyoto girl with a cute round face, beautiful almond eyes, and a soft and charming voice."

"Shh, don't discuss this." Another person in charge hurriedly stopped him. "Miss Yin is a big sister of the underworld. She is ruthless and cruel. If she hears people talking about her behind her back, be careful that she will catch you and cut off your tongue."

“So scary…”

"You are discussing this on someone else's turf," Editor-in-Chief Panasonic advised with a smile.

The person in charge of Tsutaya Bookstore turned his gaze to the only woman present: "Editor Kobayashi is really young. She gives the impression of being a lively college student, and her smile is very contagious."

"I'm still very immature in my approach. I'm sorry to embarrass you." Kobayashi Midori tilted her head and gave an embarrassed smile.

"It's amazing that I can meet a talented writer like Mishima-sensei right after my debut!"

"It's just good luck."

"It can't be all luck. Some people are born to be suitable for certain industries. Maybe you are born to be an editor..."

"Okay, okay, let's drink!" Editor-in-Chief Matsushita quickly raised his glass.

In the Japanese workplace, the status of women is terribly low. He was afraid that the person in charge would make dirty jokes about Kobayashi Midori...Teacher Mishima was sitting next to him. How could he tolerate anyone molesting Kobayashi?

The person in charge was drunk and began to stutter.

"Let's have a drink and then get ready for the next one," suggested Editor-in-Chief Matsushita.

Everyone stood up, said a few words of blessing, and drank the wine in their hands.

Song Zhiqing was obviously not drunk and his steps were a little unsteady.

After Kobayashi Midori got up, she quickly supported his arm, fearing that he would fall.

"Editor Kobayashi, come here, I'll take you out..." The person in charge came closer. The pungent smell of alcohol drifted over from a distance. Kobayashi Midori frowned, patiently said to the other party: "Mishima teacher is a little drunk, I have to take him home, so I won't accompany you."

Speaking of Mr. Mishima, the person in charge finally came to his senses.

Seeing the young editor standing next to Mishima, supporting his arm with both hands, he seemed to realize something and quickly bowed and apologized: "Oh, damn it, I started talking nonsense after drinking two glasses. Mr. Mishima, please don't misunderstand me, I will come to your house to apologize someday..."

"Kobayashi, quickly take Mr. Mishima back to have some rest. Mr. Mishima, have a good rest..." Editor Matsushita took out some money from his pocket to buy a taxi for the young editor, then turned around and took the two bookstore managers to go to the second half.

Kobayashi Midori supported Matsueda Kiyoaki and walked out the door.

Songzhi Qingxian felt a little dizzy, and when he went out to the door and was blown by the evening breeze, his mind became a little clearer.

"I feel so safe with Matsueda-kun protecting me." Kobayashi Midori looked at his red face and couldn't help laughing. "If it weren't for you, I would have to endure the harassment from those annoying guys..."

Songzhi Qingxian looked at her sideways: "According to your personality, if someone dares to harass you, will you beat them up directly?"

"When I was studying, I definitely would. Now that I'm working, it's hard to say..." Kobayashi Midori pursed her lips and said helplessly, "Although I really want to beat you up, I have to consider my work, so I have to endure it... Ah, why can't all men in the world be as gentle and considerate as you!"

"Have it?"

"Of course there are! Whether in school or in society, there are always these bastards who like to use power or money to win over women. They really think that having a little capital is great! Not all girls want to date a man who is a high-ranking official and drives a sports car!"

Amid the bright lights and revelry of Ginza, the young editor indignantly complained about a certain situation.

Somehow, Kiyoaki Matsueda's attention was focused on her lips.

The little lips painted with lip gloss appear very moist and crystal clear, pink and translucent, with the texture of jelly, and seem to taste very good... I don't know what they taste like.

"Matsueda-kun?"

"Ok?"

"What are you looking at?"

"Well, let's see when the bus comes..." Kiyokatsu Matsueda looked ahead at the road.

Looking at his unnatural expression, a sly smile gradually appeared in Kobayashi Midori's eyes.

She suddenly remembered what her sister had said to her last night.

She had to conquer him quickly, otherwise when he and Songzhi Qingxue fell in love, there would be no place for her as an editor in his heart.

After getting in the taxi, both of them sat in the back seat.

As soon as Kiyoaki Matsueda sat down, Midori Kobayashi leaned towards him.

It's too close, the smell is so good, and it feels so soft when I touch it... Although he tried to increase the distance between them, he soon leaned against the car door and had nowhere to retreat. Then, it was natural that the editor stuck close to him and whispered in his ear.

"Matsueda-kun is such a likable type..."

Slender fingers resting on the shoulders, gorgeous lips, and a seductive voice filled with moist water vapor.

"Uh, this..."

"Hahaha~"

Kobayashi Midori laughed happily and winked at him: "Let me confirm something first, has anyone captured you before me?"

"Not yet." Kiyoaki Matsueda answered honestly.

"That's great!"

Kobayashi Midori let out a cheer, and her mind flashed back to the strategy for picking up men her sister had taught her. She couldn't help but hug his arms tightly: "Matsueda-kun, please wash yourself and wait for me. I will definitely get your first pass!"

"Are you treating me like a game to be played?"

"Life is just a game!"

“What happens after you get the first pass?”

"I'm going to take you back to Asahikawa, and show off to those girls who dream of dating a handsome guy from Tokyo: Life is easy!"

Perhaps because he was a little dizzy, Kiyoaki Matsueda did not hear clearly what she said. He only remembered that under the light of the car lights in the opposite lane, her beautiful face full of vitality was like a wild lily blooming in the dark night.

(End of this chapter)