My anime/manga fandom can't be that lazy.

As I slowly pulled back the curtain to enter the store, I suddenly felt a dark shadow flash past me, and an unknown object slammed into me with considerable force.

Dongfang Bai immediately steadied himself to avoid falling backward, but the person who bumped into him fell to the ground due to the recoil, dropping everything in their hands.

"Tsk, you... don't you watch where you're going?!"

Somewhat surprisingly, this impolite guy had a very cute girlish voice, was dressed very warmly, and wore a hat, sunglasses and a mask, making it seem like he wouldn't be recognized.

He doesn't look very old, maybe he didn't even finish high school, and he's probably disguising himself so that people he knows won't recognize him.

Her long hair was dyed light brown, she wore beautiful earrings, and her long nails were painted with bright pink rose nail polish. Although her face couldn't be seen, she probably wasn't bad-looking.

Even though her voice was cute, it was true that this girl was rude. Dongfang Bai raised an eyebrow in displeasure and glanced at the things the girl had dropped on the ground...

You wouldn't believe it until you look. Scattered all over the floor were extremely revealing doujinshi and visual novels, and even some really hardcore games. Most people wouldn't buy these things, but this girl...

Dongfang Bai looked at the girl with a very surprised expression. She seemed to understand his gaze, and immediately and anxiously put her things back into the bag, glared at him fiercely, and ran away.

What a strange girl...

Wait, why would a girl her age buy something like this...?

Chapter Twenty-Three: I've decided to submit it! [Seeking flowers and ratings!]

It's only a little past four in the afternoon, so there's still plenty of time. Around five o'clock, Dongfang Bai will go to buy groceries and then go back to cook. He can just grab a couple of meals, but Sagiri can't.

He didn't want his adorable little sister to hate him so much, especially since she was entrusted to him by his cheap grandfather.

"Welcome to the maid café~"

A girl holding a stack of flyers smiled and handed one to Dongfang Bai. She was wearing a standard black and white maid outfit, somewhat similar to the maid cafes he had visited before.

Dongfang Bai glanced at the maid café's booth and suddenly spotted a job posting. Intrigued, he decided to read on.

[Hiring cute girls with attractive features; boys who are cute are also welcome to apply! {Manager's note}]

"What the hell..."

What's the point of a maid cafe hiring boys? Just thinking about it sends chills down my spine. This place is definitely suspicious.

Dongfang Bai folded the flyer and left Akihabara. Although it was still a bit early, he thought it would be better to go buy groceries as soon as possible. He turned on his phone, which had been turned off, and planned to ask Sagiri what she wanted to eat for dinner.

ding ding ding...

The phone suddenly rang. Dongfang Bai took out his phone with some confusion. It was An Yi Lun Ye calling. He didn't expect that An Yi Lun Ye would call him so soon after adding his number.

Upon closer inspection, I realized that Aki Tomoya had called me more than ten times... but my phone had been switched off the whole time, so I didn't hear a thing!

“Hey, it’s Ren…”

"Aa ...

A bloodcurdling scream rang out; it was indeed Aki Tomoya's voice, but what was wrong with him, and why was he screaming so horribly?

"Bai! Bai Sang!! You finally answered the phone!"

Aki Tomoya's voice carried a hint of excitement and joy, but who knew what kind of anxious feeling he had when he kept calling Dongfang Bai only to find his phone was switched off?

"What happened? Why are you in such a hurry?"

"This is amazing! Absolutely incredible! I haven't seen such an exaggerated and grand worldview in a long time. It's completely pushed the boundaries of current light novels. Is there a sequel to your [Fate]? Is there more?"

Aki Tomoya was very excited and asked himself loudly. Because the sound was too loud, even Dongfang Bai couldn't help but move the phone away.

He spoke so fast that I only heard the word 'Fate' in half a day, and I didn't even understand what he said.

Is this guy trying to make himself deaf...?

"Don't rush, don't rush, keep your voice down, I'm going deaf."

Dongfang Bai immediately tried to calm An Yilunye down, as he couldn't have a proper conversation like this. It would be better for the two of them to talk calmly.

Then they heard a deep breath from the other end, followed by a slow, deliberate question.

"So, what exactly happened?"

"Your 'Fate' is fantastic. It spans the themes of any light novel to date. I'm not exaggerating when I say that if it can maintain this level of quality, it will definitely be a masterpiece."

So they were talking about 'Fate'. Judging from Aki Tomoya's attitude, it seems there shouldn't be any problems with this book. Since even the big ACG blogger TAKI-kun praised it highly, this book should be able to make a living.

Even if I can't achieve the same results as in my previous life, making some money is definitely not a problem.

"Don't worry about that. I had already thought about the sequel before I started writing, so the plot won't fall apart."

"Really!?"

Aki Tomoya's excitement, which he had just suppressed, surged up again, but he quickly suppressed it when he realized that his emotions were too high.

"I never expected there to be this kind of theme, where historical or even legendary figures are summoned through 'Holy Relics,' and then each of the seven Masters leads them in battles to obtain the omnipotent wish-granting machine!"

"This kind of subject matter is so different from the worldviews of other genres on the market. This book definitely has the potential, no! It will definitely become a masterpiece!"

Aki Tomoya didn't hold back in expressing his praise, and after venting a long string of his thoughts to Dongfang Bai, he still didn't stop.

"Alright, alright... If it's written pretty well, then which online library should we submit it to?"

When it comes to choosing a submission platform, Dongfang Bai definitely doesn't know as much as An Yilun, so naturally he wanted to ask him about it.

"You can submit your work to the major online literature platform and compete with all the other authors for a chance to become popular in a short time!"

Aki Tomoya is already eager to let his other Twitter followers read this book. Once he becomes obsessed with a book, he can stay up for three days and three nights to recommend it.

After Aki Tomoya's introduction, Dongfang Bai learned that the three best choices at present were the three major Japanese ACG light novel authors.

The three major light novel publishers are known for having the highest market share, the strongest recommendation efforts, and are extremely active in adapting light novels into anime and games, making one masterpiece after another a hit.

Chapter Twenty-Four: Floor Language Level Ten [Seeking Flowers and Reviews]

The three major light novel publishing houses are Dengeki Bunko, Fujimi Fantasia Bunko, and Kadokawa Sneaker Bunko, which are the three largest publishing houses in Japan.

If a novel receives a strong recommendation within the platform, it could become an instant hit. However, if the novel's quality is subpar, even the strongest recommendation won't help.

On the contrary, they will be criticized.

"If you ask me... I suggest you go to Dengeki Bunko."

Aki Tomoya's suggestion is very appropriate, because Dengeki Bunko is now slowly declining because it really doesn't have any outstanding works to show for it.

Even with Senju Muramasa's "Fantasy Demon Blade Chronicles," he might still lose to the combined efforts of the other two authors, because relying on just one book to crush the others is not feasible.

That book had to be incredibly popular, so much so that no one could possibly challenge its status.

Just like the book "The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya" from several years ago, which became an influential work and has been adapted into TV dramas, anime, games, animated films and various other works many times.

It was the number one most popular novel in Japan at the time, breaking the record of 70 copies sold and becoming a powerful legend.

Its popularity was so great in Japan that it became a phenomenon and its popularity has lasted for a long time.

Unfortunately, the author only wrote a few volumes before giving up, which led to the book's gradual decline. Even so, veterans in the ACG community still remember this book.

This book also cemented Dengeki Bunko's position as the dominant force among the three major light novel publishers at the time, a position that remained unchallenged for a long time.

"That's right. Dengeki Bunko is currently only supported by a few books, and other new authors haven't developed at all."

Dongfang Bai nodded in agreement. Currently, Fujimi and Kadokawa are subtly suppressing Dengeki Bunko with books like "Spice and Wolf," "Hyouka," and "The Dark Fairy of Explosion."

If it weren't for Senju Muramasa holding things together, Dengeki Bunko's dominant position would have been unstable long ago.

"Dengeki Bunko is the best fit for you right now. If they see your potential, they might do everything they can to make you a star in order to maintain the Bunko's status."

Aki Tomoya's guess was absolutely correct. If Dengeki Bunko continues like this, its position as the top of the three great publishers will definitely be in jeopardy, which will cause enormous losses.

"I understand, then I'll submit it to Dengeki Bunko."

Dongfang Bai smiled and nodded. Then, An Yilin on the phone went on to give him a long list of precautions and gave him some special "instructions".

I must write the sequel as soon as possible, and once his book is published, I'll buy a few sets to support him...

"Alright, it's getting a bit late chatting with Tomoya, let's hurry back."

Dongfang Bai stretched and sent a few messages to Shawu before immediately setting off to buy groceries.

……

"I am back."

He opened his front door with the key, but unfortunately there was no response from inside, which was rather disappointing.

When will Sagiri, that girl, say cutely to me, "Welcome home, Onii-chan?"

bang bang...

A clattering sound came from the ceiling; it was Sagiri stomping her foot on the floor, making a dull thud, as if she were reminding someone of something.

Dongfang Bai listened carefully to the frequency of the steps and understood what Sagiri meant.

She said, 'I'm hungry!'

"Okay, okay, I'll go cook right away. Sorry I'm late."

Dongfang Bai shouted upwards and took out carrots and potatoes from the plastic bag in his hand, as well as some green peppers and beef cut into small pieces. He then marinated the beef with a little soy sauce.

Just over ten minutes later, the sound of stomping feet came from the ceiling again, which was rather frustrating.

"This time you said 'so slow,' okay! It'll be done soon, don't rush."

When exactly did I become able to tell what Sagiri meant by stepping on the floor...?

When the beef is about half-cooked, add the potatoes and green peppers and stir-fry again. Add boiling water, cover the pot, and simmer over medium heat for about half an hour before opening the lid.

The strong aroma of curry wafted over, and then the sound of anxious stomping feet echoed from upstairs again. It seemed that the little glutton had also smelled the aroma.

"OK OK."

After taking a small sip and tasting it, Dongfang Bai smiled and nodded. He immediately plated the food for the little glutton upstairs and quickly served it up.

dong dong.

He gently knocked on the door with his index and middle fingers together, waited quietly for a second, and then placed the tray in his hand at the doorway.

"Sagiri, did I leave it at the door?"