My Cartoonist Girlfriend

Chapter 42 Worried? Not at all

As for her future career plan, Eriri didn't say anything, but Asakura Kaede could see that Eriri was thinking seriously about it.

It was past four in the afternoon, and today's trip to Akihabara was almost over. Asakura Kaede and Eriri took the train back to the place where they had gathered in the morning.

After leaving the station, it was time to go their separate ways. Eriri looked at Asakura Kaede standing in front of her, and a sense of reluctance welled up in her heart.

It can be said that today was the happiest day for her among all the times she had gone out to play on weekends in the past few years, and it was with people of the same age.

More importantly, when Eriri is with Asakura Kaede, she feels very relaxed. She doesn't have to hide her hobbies like she did when she hung out with some classmates before. She can say whatever she wants.

Looking down at her toes, Eriri's face flushed a little, and she whispered, "Today...thank you, I had a lot of fun."

Asakura Feng also smiled at Eriri and said, "You're welcome. I had a lot of fun today as well. If you have time in the future, we can make an appointment to play together again."

Eriri put her hands behind her back and clasped them together nervously. She nodded slightly and said, "Well... I'll be leaving first. See you at school on Monday."

"Well, see you at school."

After watching Eriri leave, Asakura Kaede happily rode his bicycle back home.

"I am back!"

The sound of the door opening and Asakura Kaede's shouting attracted the father in the living room, and the mother in the kitchen quickly wiped her hands and came out.

"Xiao Feng is back? How was your day today?"

Asakura Reiko looked at her son who had returned and asked with a smile, "I thought you would come back after dinner."

"You've been out all day. I don't mind, but Eriri is a girl, so it's better for her to go back on time."

As he spoke, Asakura Kaede also took out a bottle of barley tea from the refrigerator in the kitchen, took a sip and said, "I seem to have forgotten to call and say I would be back for dinner."

"it's okay no problem."

Pulling her son's hand and sitting on the sofa, Asakura Reiko asked, "How's it going? Did you get it done?"

"..."

Asakura Feng almost choked on his tea and said speechlessly, "Mom, are you in such a hurry? This is the first time I go out today."

"Because girls like this are rare!"

Asakura Reiko said seriously.

Today, she unexpectedly met Eriri's mother, Sayuri Sawamura. While shopping in the afternoon, Asakura Reiko learned a lot about Eriri from Sayuri Sawamura. She also learned that Eriri had a childhood sweetheart, but because of some things, the two had a falling out.

But childhood sweethearts are still childhood sweethearts, and Asakura Reiko is still a little worried whether her son can handle it.

Seeing that his mother seemed to really like Eriri, Asakura Feng scratched his cheek helplessly and said, "Things like feelings need to be cultivated bit by bit. Don't worry, mom. I know what I am doing. And don't you see that dad is not worried at all? He never said a word from beginning to end."

When Asakura Reiko heard this, she also looked at her husband.

Asakura Takashi smiled and said calmly: "Xiao Feng is our son. I faced so many competitors when I was in college, but he was able to pursue you, Lingzi. Xiao Feng can't be too bad. Don't worry."

I thought he was going to say something, but it turned out to be like he was praising himself?

Asakura Feng found that he had underestimated his father's shamelessness, so he could only go upstairs with the drink: "I'm going to rest first."

Watching his son go upstairs, Asakura Takami looked at his wife and asked, "Why didn't you tell him about your meeting with the girl's mother?"

"That's not necessary."

Asakura Reiko chuckled and said, "You asked just now, but I discussed with Sayuri this afternoon that we will not interfere too much in the children's affairs in the future, and let them develop freely. We both know each other's children's personalities, and if it can work out, we will certainly be happy to see it. And judging from the current trend, Eriri must have a good impression of Xiaofeng."

Asakura Takaichi was also aware of all this and nodded, "However, at least you should tell Xiaofeng that Eriri had a childhood sweetheart, right?"

"You also said it was in the past, and after hearing what Sayuri said, I don't think our child can't even compare to that kind of boy."

Asakura Reiko stood up and walked towards the kitchen: "Honey, do you want to make a bet? Xiao Feng will definitely be able to catch that kid within this year?"

"I thought you were going to bet me that it would be within three months."

"Hehehe, I know Xiao Feng. That kid isn't the type to rush for quick results."

Asakura Reiko said confidently: "I've put it here, do you want to make a bet?"

"What are you betting on?" Asakura Takaichi asked with a smile without panicking.

Nodding her chin, Asakura Reiko said, "If I win, how about we go on a trip on our wedding anniversary next year?"

"Sure, that's what I was planning."

Asakura Takaichi agreed with a smile, looked at his wife and said, "But from what you said, it should be just the two of us going, right?"

"Of course, if my son really falls in love, we as parents should not be too much of a light bulb. We should give him some space at the beginning. However, Xiaofeng also needs to work hard on his own."

Asakura Feng, who had already returned to his room, was naturally unaware of the conversation between his parents downstairs. He was lying on the bed in the bedroom at this time, chatting with Eriri on his mobile phone.

Eriri: [I got home safely! I put the figurines away too! ]

Below is a photo that Eriri posted of her bedroom bookshelf. There is a row of figures on it, and you can see that Eriri is in a very happy mood at the moment.

Asakura Kaede: [I'm here too. We've been playing all day. Are you tired? ]

Eriri: [Yes! I didn’t notice it when I was walking around Akihabara, but when I came back and sat down, my legs were so sore!]

At this time, Eriri was also sitting on the bed, her legs gently swinging, obviously she was a little tired. You know, she is different from Asakura Kaede, she doesn't exercise much, even if it is common for girls to like shopping, but she can't stand the amount of exercise this day.

After chatting with Asakura Kaede for a few words, Eriri put down her phone and began to think about what Asakura Kaede said before they parted.

Coming to the computer desk and opening the folder where she kept her fanart, Eriri murmured, "Manga artist...ah."

Chapter 43: Discovery of a Fast Food Restaurant (Please Collect!!!)

On Sunday, he had been thinking about staying at home leisurely, or playing games with Eriri to improve her impression, but who would have thought that a phone call would come and he had to go out again.

"Ah, it's only April, why is the sun so bright..."

With such resentment, Asakura Feng walked into the fast food restaurant.

As soon as I came in, I saw Takasu Ryuji and Kitamura Yusaku sitting in the corner of the restaurant, waving at me.

After coming over, Kitamura Yusaku said with a smile: "Good afternoon, Asakura, I've ordered something for you!"

Sitting down opposite the two of them, Asakura Feng took a sip of his Coke and asked, "It's a rare Sunday, can't you guys just be quiet? What's going on?"

"Asakura, didn't you see it?"

Kitamura Yusaku smiled, pointed to the ordering area of ​​the fast food restaurant, and whispered, "Over there, over there!"

With confusion, Asakura Feng turned his head, and then saw a waiter in uniform serving customers with a smile on his face at the ordering counter.

"Kushieda Minori? Is she working here part-time?"

Asakura Feng suddenly realized that this was the reason why the two of them were here.

Wait, does that mean Kitamura already knows what Takasu is thinking?

However, next, he heard Kitamura say, "Hehe, actually this is just a coincidence. Takasu and I had an appointment to study at the library in the afternoon. We came here for lunch and unexpectedly saw Kushieda working part-time. After sitting down to discuss it, we three have such a good relationship, we can't leave you behind, so we simply called Asakura out as well. The midterm exam will be coming soon, let's study together!"

"..."

Asakura Feng ate French fries silently, looked at the two people in front of him, and said, "I say, it's just a midterm exam, is it that serious?"

Takasu Ryuji nodded immediately: "Of course, my grades are only average to begin with, and the study pressure in Fengzhiqi is not small, so I have to spend more time."

Kitamura Yusaku also said: "Me too, grades are very important to me because I plan to join the student union, and the student union of Fengzhizaki also has requirements for the grades of its members."

"Well... the student council, then Kitamura you have to be serious about it."

After entering high school, Asakura Kaede also learned some information about the school. The student council of Fengzhizaki is indeed quite strict in recruiting people. In terms of grades, one must be in the top 30 in the grade.

Kitamura smiled and said, "Hey, there's nothing wrong with average grades, but I have to work hard and have more security. I don't want any unexpected accidents. Otherwise, when I sign up for the student union, this most important advantage will be gone. By the way, Asakura, your grades are not bad, do you want to join the student union too? The art department shouldn't be busy, right?"

Asakura Feng didn't expect that the other party would invite him to participate, and immediately shook his head and said, "Forget about the student union. I feel comfortable staying in the art department, but I don't want to run between the two. It will be too busy."

Although being in the student council is a good experience for a student, Asakura Kaede also has light novel work to do and doesn't want to spend more of her free time on the student council.

And now, with the existence of Eriri, Asakura Kaede doesn't want to waste time even more.

As for whether Eriri will join the student union...don't even think about it, it's impossible.

Although Kitamura Yusaku was expecting Asakura Kaede's answer, he still couldn't help but ask, "Asakura, I've always wanted to ask you, are you really busy?"

"Emm~~~"

Asakura Kaede thought about it and finally told him that she was a light novel writer.

The person on the other side was also stunned. Takasu Ryuji asked in disbelief, "You said, are you a light novel writer, or one that's been published?"

Kitamura Yusaku quickly took out his phone and started searching, and immediately found the news about the release of the fifth volume of Soharu.

"It's already the fifth volume? And it's still such a bestseller?"

Takasu Ryuji came over to take a look, his eyes widened, and he looked at Asakura Kaede and said, "You guys, are you hiding so deeply?"

"After all, I don't like to hold book signings. I just want to write the novel quietly and make some money. If my true identity is exposed too early, will I still be able to live a normal life?"

Kitamura Yusaku listened and nodded in agreement, "Indeed, if you were already a college student now, it would be fine, but you were only a junior high school student when you debuted as a light novel writer. If it really became public, although it would indeed bring a lot of attention to the publishing house, it would not be a good thing for you personally, especially since you don't want to be disturbed. But now it seems that the library and your editor are really good to you, and they actually agreed that a best-selling author like you should not hold a book signing event."

"The library has really taken good care of me. Of course, this is also based on the premise that I have created a lot of income for them." Waving his hand, Asakura Feng said, "I won't talk about my side of things. Anyway, you just need to know that I don't have that much time to spend on the student union. You should work hard and try to join the student union. This way, Takasu and I will have someone to back us up."

Takasu Ryuji also nodded in agreement, stroking his chin and said, "Yes, if Kitamura joins the student council, wouldn't that mean he has a backer? And he might even be able to know about some school activities or arrangements in advance."

"Can you guys... stop thinking so far ahead? The student union hasn't even started recruiting yet! And this is just the student union!"

"But isn't this a sure thing? What do you think, Takasu?"

"I think it's okay too."

"..."

Kitamura Yusaku was silent, and finally he could only sigh and said with a smile: "Since you all said so, then I really have to work harder!"

After finishing their lunch while chatting, the three of them decided to go to the library.

Before leaving, Kitamura went to the bathroom, and Asakura Feng took the opportunity to look at Takasu Ryuji and said, "Takasu, you really didn't know about this in advance and then dragged Kitamura here?"

"of course not!"

Takasu Ryuji immediately shook his head and whispered, "If I really knew, how could I dare to ask Kitamura to come along? If I had to find someone, I would definitely have to ask you to come along and help me think of a solution! I'm really lucky today. It was Kitamura who suggested that we just have some hamburgers and Coke, and then we came here."

"Hmm...I see."

Asakura Feng understood, smiled, patted Takasu Ryuji on the shoulder and said: "Looking at the situation today, if you have time on weekends in the future, you can come here more often. You can take this opportunity to at least establish a little relationship with Kushieda Minori. Do you understand?"

Takasu Ryuji's somewhat fierce expression inevitably revealed a shy expression at this moment.

Chapter 44 Meeting

Asakura Kaede went to the library with Takasu Ryuji and Kitamura Yusaku, while on the other side, Eriri also went out today.

After arriving at the agreed coffee shop, Eriri saw Kasumigaoka Utaha who had arrived earlier.

After sitting down opposite, Ying Lili called the waiter and ordered a cup of coffee, then yawned and said, "Let's make it short. Do you have any other requests? Tell me quickly so I can go back and catch up on some sleep."

Kasumigaoka Utaha looked at Eriri with some surprise and asked, "You stayed up late?"

"I had a little insomnia yesterday, it's just a small matter."

"Hmm~~Is it because of the date yesterday?"

"Puff! Cough cough cough!!!"

After choking on a mouthful of coffee, Eriri kept coughing, her face flushed as she pointed at Kasumigaoka Utaha: "You you you..."

"Don't think too much. I just happened to see you and Asakura-kun walking and laughing together when I went out shopping with my mother yesterday."

As she spoke, Kasumigaoka Utaha took out a tissue and handed it to Eriri.

Silently taking the tissue and wiping her mouth, Eriri looked at the other party and asked, "Before making a new request, I have already prepared the initial character design. Please take a look."

She was afraid of Kasumigaoka Utaha, and she suddenly made a remark that scared her, so she had to finish her words quickly and leave.

Then he took out the preliminary character design drawing that he had made in the past two days from his bag.

As a result, looking at the stack of papers, Kasumigaoka Utaha said in surprise: "I thought you hadn't started working yet."

"Humph, I am very dedicated to my work, so don't underestimate me!"