I, who tortured the readers, was knocked to the ground by them!

Chapter 36 Are there really such beastly people?
"Hello everyone, I'm Sato Wakaba, I'm seventeen years old, Japanese-English, blood type O, I like reading comics, and I'm a fan of everyone. I may not know a lot of things, but if I join a club in the future, I will study hard. Also, I like to eat."

Inside the club's studio, Sato Wakaba enthusiastically gave an overly lengthy self-introduction.

In comparison, Hanase Shion's self-introduction was much briefer.

"I'm Hanase Shion, nice to meet you, please take care of me."

In fact, Hane Shion hesitated for a moment before she stood up and opened her mouth.

She had originally planned to tell this group of fellow creative club members about her goal of becoming a cartoonist and ask for their help.

Just like the protagonists in comics, they are passionate, youthful and beautiful.

But now the situation has changed a little.

The moment she stood up, she unconsciously glanced at Sakurai Itsuki who was deliberately sitting in the distance.

In the end, I was not able to open my heart as my sister expected.

Before she surpassed him, she was so competitive in this regard that she couldn't say such words to his face.

Everything will have to wait until I become stronger than him! Then I can give him a good slap in the face.

"Oh, you're Masako-san's sister! I've heard of you! You're truly a stunning beauty, even cuter than Masako-san."

It is obvious that Yuuki Tsukimeng and the others also know Hane Masako, who has a good relationship with Hase Hatsuna.

"How is that Masako cute? She's clearly a rude and violent female gorilla that men would avoid."

Hase Hatsuna took over the conversation and attacked Hane Masako from behind, saying that this person is usually timid but loves to stir up trouble.

"I reported you."

Haruna Kojima, who had just finished arguing with her brother, immediately took out her cell phone to betray the founder of the club, trying to use her pain to relieve her own troubles.

"Alright, alright, stop making trouble. There are still people who haven't been introduced. Please respect them."

Shinichi Kojima knocked on the table.

Although he had just had a huge argument with his sister, he now looked like a rare normal person in this club.

Everyone looked at Sakurai Itsuki, and Yuuki Tsukimo nodded at her, indicating that Sakurai Itsuki should introduce himself as well.

"Sakurai Itsuki, please take care of me."

Sakurai Itsuki stood up and gave his name, then added a "please take care" out of politeness and sat back down.

Seeing this, Sato Wakaba, who was sitting next to Sakurai Itsuki, immediately stretched out her arm, gently elbowed Sakurai Itsuki and glared at Sakurai Itsuki.

Sakurai Itsuki also understood what she meant. Her eyes said: [You have to get along well with everyone today!].

"Oh? Are you and Shion competing to see who can give the shorter self-introduction? Hahaha."

Yuuki Tsukimée, not realizing that the two were not on good terms, was joking.

"Come to think of it, you two look quite similar. You both have black hair and black eyes and are handsome. I heard from Mr. Hase that you are both good at drawing, right?"

Hase Hatsuna swallowed nervously when she heard that, then looked at the two of them nervously.

Sakurai Itsuki looked nonchalant.

When Hane Shion heard this, her face suddenly darkened.

What do you mean I look like her?
Isn't it insulting to say that I'm the kind of person who gives up easily and blames the industry for my own failures?

However, Hane Shion did not lose her temper like she did in the KTV. Instead, she pursed her lips and remained silent.

In most situations in life, Hane Shion can actually control her emotions.

But that day my defenses were really broken.

"Oh, so you all really want to join the club?"

Seeing that the atmosphere had inexplicably become cold, Yuuki Tsukimeng, the president, quickly brought the topic back on track.

Hanase Shion nodded, "I want to join everyone."

She read almost all the works and peripheral products posted by the club account.

Their level is really good.

Although she is not very good at painting, she did not come here to learn painting.

Although comics sound like drawing is the most important factor.

But when a cartoonist whose style is so abstract that looks like that of an elementary school student becomes popular.

Everyone has also realized that painting is actually not as important as everyone thinks.

People who read comics are just laymen, and most of the time it’s enough to just read them.

In addition to drawing, the plot design, storyboard planning, perspective use, character expression, and even the rhythm of the story are all important factors in comics that are no less important than drawing.

These factors are, to a certain extent, common in content creation.

It’s just like the so-called “Three Golden Chapters” summarized by a certain country’s online literature industry.

Although it is a novel technique, if you use this formula to analyze many successful commercial animations, comics, and film and television dramas, you will find that, broadly speaking, they all have many similarities.

As a semi-professional cartoonist, Hanase Shion also understands this principle clearly.

If she wants to successfully become a real cartoonist by drawing heavy-mouthed books with no story logic and going crazy at the slightest disagreement, she must improve herself in all aspects.

"Great, with a good artist joining us, our work can be taken to the next level. Maybe we can even carry out our plan later. Welcome! Welcome!"

"Don't you need to take tests or assessments?" asked Hanase Shion.

"Since they're hired by Hase Hatsuna-sensei, their skills must be good. If they're not, we can just practice slowly. We're not a professional company. So, what about you guys?"

Yuuki Tsukimeng waved her hand. In this regard, she still had unconditional trust in Hase Hatsuna.

Then he turned to look at Sakurai Itsuki and Sato Wakaba and asked, "What about you?"

"Ah, us."

Upon hearing this, Sato Wakaba immediately wanted to agree excitedly.

But halfway through his words, he closed his mouth and turned to look at Sakurai Itsuki, waiting for him to speak.

Although Sato Wakaba has been handling some small matters at home recently, she still has to look to Sakurai Itsuki's arrangements on this issue.

After all, she is not alone now, she also serves as his assistant.

"Well, I want to give it a try first. I plan to finish a project with everyone and then see how it goes."

Sakurai Itsuki spoke of his plan.

The main purpose of coming here was to conduct experiments. If the experiments were unsuccessful, there would be no point in staying here.

It is better to make things clear first than to agree to join now and then suddenly withdraw later.

"Oh, do you doubt our ability?"

Haruna Kojima, who was dressed very handsomely, turned her head and asked.

Meanwhile, Hane Shion, who remained silent, became even more dissatisfied with Sakurai Itsuki.

He is clearly an outsider who has not even started yet he is still picky and worried about the quality of the semi-commercial team.

Don’t just finish your first project and leave! Better leave now!
Hane Shion cursed quietly in her heart.

"No, that's not what I meant. It's just that Shu is a bit of a loner and may not get along well with everyone."

Sato Wakaba hurriedly helped Sakurai Itsuki explain, and then nudged Sakurai Itsuki and asked him to say a few words as well.

"Well, it mainly depends on whether the cooperation is harmonious. If it's not smooth, it won't be good for you either."

Sakurai Itsuki, who was hit by Sato Wakaba's elbow again, finally made a sound and followed Sato Wakaba to explain.

"That's true. After all, even though our club doesn't have many members, we still have a lot of internal quarrels."

As the president, Yuuki Tsukimeng nodded to show his understanding, and then looked at the twins.

In fact, whether the team members are in sync is also a very important factor compared to the creative level.

"In that case, let's stop talking nonsense and continue with the project meeting. We are gathered here today to discuss what we will do for the next work." Shinichi Kojima continued after being given a meaningful look by the president.

"In short, I don't agree to continue making the handwritten version of 'One Piece'. We've already done it for three issues in a row, and the number of views has been declining. Besides, there are a lot of competing products now. There are at least three versions of the handwritten clip of Luffy's first use of Gear Fifth."

Shinichi Kojima stated his reasons.

"What's wrong with making One Piece? Even if the number of views decreases, the basics can be guaranteed. Moreover, we now have new artists joining us, and we may be able to sell fan fiction of One Piece later. No matter how big the profit is, it is guaranteed."

Kojima Haruna continued the previous argument, believing that her plan would guarantee success and that no one's efforts would be wasted.

“We can’t just follow the crowd and make ‘One Piece’ for the rest of our lives, right?”

Shinichi Kojima spread his hands and said.

"If you don't do a one-piece, then which work do you want to do a fanfiction for? You know, our main goal this year was to save enough money for future plans. You bastard, you always only care about your own fun."

Haruna Kojima's remarks made Shinichi Kojima fall into silence.

Although he advocates taking a different approach and no longer following the crowd.

But at the moment, I couldn’t think of any good works that were less popular and more suitable for secondary creation.

"Have a good discussion, don't give the newcomer a bad impression! Good artists are rare."

Yuuki Tsukimeng reminded everyone to be careful with their temper and at least not to curse.

But Hane Shion not only did not have a bad impression, but was in a good mood as she looked at the two people who were arguing.

This is the atmosphere of a creator! This is the scene she has been looking forward to!
At this moment, Sakurai Itsuki, who had always been quiet, raised his hand and said, "Can I say a few words?"

Everyone turned to look at Sakurai Itsuki.

"Although you have different opinions on the subject matter, you have decided to make a hand-drawn comic book for your next work, right?" Sakurai Itsuki asked.

"Yeah, although we also post some anime clips and mad videos, our core business is still hand-drawn animation."

Yuuki Tsukimeng nodded and told Sakurai Itsuki about the current status of the club account.

“Because our artist ran away not long ago, we have been doing AMV and MAD on our account for the past two months, and even made a new anime guide to keep it going.

Fans have been asking us to do a hand-written book for a long time, so our next work must be based on our core business to maintain the basic market."

After listening to Yuuki Tsukimeng's speech, Sakurai Itsuki finally understood why Hase Hatsuna was so anxious to get him into the club.

It turned out that the painter had run away.

Speaking of which, it is a well-known community with nearly a million followers.

However, the monetization ability of this type of community account is not as strong as other accounts, and it is also very difficult to produce works.

Looking at their previous works, the artist's skills are actually quite high, so it's normal for them to run away.

"Come to think of it, you guys are our saviors! If you hadn't come, we'd have to rely on our own mediocre skills to cut out the images or pay other artists to help."

Shinichi Kojima continued.

"That artist ran away because someone suggested recreating an unpopular work, but it turned out to be troublesome and a complete failure, so he finally left because of the popularity, right?"

Haruna Kojima put the blame on someone else.

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"Well, although I know that the next work is somewhat crucial to your account, I still want to ask, can I suggest a comic that is currently less popular?" Sakurai Itsuki took over and asked.

"Of course, anyone in our club can give suggestions. We'll vote on it when the time comes." Yuuki Tsukimeng nodded. "Does Sakurai-san have any good topics?"

In the distance, Hane Shion raised her eyebrows slightly, raised the teacup in front of her and drank tea.

I thought to myself, you are a newcomer and an outsider, and you still propose to do it?

But I won't be elected anyway. That guy doesn't seem to have any taste. When the time comes, I will vote against whatever he says.

"It's a manga that's still being serialized on Jump+," Sakurai Itsuki said, "It's called 'Flame Fist'."

"Cough cough." Hanase Shion choked on her tea.

"Are you okay? Shion."

Hane Shion quickly shook her head and looked at Sakurai Itsuki.

That guy actually watched "Flame Fist" too?
At the same time, Sato Wakaba turned her head and looked at Sakurai Itsuki subtly.

No wonder this guy suddenly got so excited
What a selfish guy.

However, Sato Wakaba is looking forward to seeing the Flame Fist move in the video, it must be very interesting
Okay, maybe not very pleasant.

"Ah, I seem to remember it." Hase Hatsuna clapped her hands, "That disgusting, but very powerful new work."

Before, Masako Hanase told Hase Hatsuna that this comic made her unable to sleep well all night, and then she took her anger out on her.

Later, Hase Hatsuna also went to take a look.

It's just that this guy is too heartless and his performance is not that serious.

By the way, Hase Hatsuna also has a share of the points in Sakurai Itsuki's system.

"You agree so much? It's really that amazing."

Kojima Haruna showed a surprised expression.

Hase Hatsuna is an old 2D fan and also a "Brahmin" with a discerning eye.

Many popular manga works have been described by Hase Hatsuna as "industrialized defense" and "just so-so."

There are indeed not many works that can gain her recognition.

"I think I've also come across this topic on the forum. It's said that the original author has a terrible taste and posts animalistic comments on Twitter every day, getting constantly scolded by fans."

Yuuki Tsukimoe has also seen the discussion topic about "Flame Fist".

"Ah, really? Are there really such beastly people?" Kojima Haruna asked curiously.

At this moment, Hane Shion nodded slightly in agreement. That Nagayama Haruki was a complete beast.

However, Sakurai Itsuki did not notice Hane Shion's little action at this moment. He looked down at his desk with a guilty conscience.

Sato Wakaba beside him narrowed his eyes slightly and turned to carefully evaluate Sakurai Itsuki's expression.

Then he leaned over to his ear and whispered, "Do you think there really are such beastly people?"

Sakurai Itsuki originally wanted to follow his usual method and raise his hand to give a warning by banging his head.

But in such a crowded place, Sakurai Itsuki still restrained himself and whispered to Sato Wakaba, "There are so many people here now, I'll deal with you later."

"Slightly~"

Sato Wakaba didn't care that there were so many strangers around. She stuck out her tongue and made a face at Sakurai Itsuki.

"Well, since this comic is still a hot topic, and we have cake and tea, why don't we take a look at it together, discuss a plan, and then vote on it by a show of hands."

Yuuki Tsukimeng proposed a plan.

Everyone nodded in agreement. As for the idea of reading comics together, everyone who was also from the two-dimensional world had no objection. Even those who had never read Flame Fist were quite excited.

I want to see what level the comics that Hase Hatsuna praised are of.

The few people who have seen it don't mind watching it a second time, as it gives them a professional's perspective on which parts are suitable for making videos and how to make them.

But soon, everyone's high spirits subsided.

Whether it was the first time or the second time, the expressions of those who read "Flame Fist" were uglier than each other.

Even Sakurai Itsuki.

why?

It is really hard to keep looking at everyone's expressions that look like they have eaten shit and to hold back from laughing.

　Two chapters in one, 4600 words, not a single word reduction! Because it felt a bit weird to split it into chapters, I decided not to split it into chapters.

　　
　
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