If I don't capture the girl, I will die

Ayano Iida showed a hint of joy. She was very concerned about the comics she created.

The others nodded secretly. What he said was true. This cartoonist was really worth hyping.

But the editor-in-chief has not yet expressed his opinion. It seems that he wants to hear different opinions before making a decision.

Another person at the conference table retorted, "I think one copy of Your Lie in April is enough, right? After all, there are too many uncertainties about this sixteen-year-old newcomer. What Shibasaki-kun said is very true, but he seems to have overlooked one thing, that is, there is nothing wrong with the topicality of a comic, right?"

This is indeed a very safe approach. You know, there are only 20 comics that are regularly serialized in JUMP.

If the newcomer can't submit the manuscript on time, it will be a lot of fun.

Now that the pros and cons have been pointed out, the next step is to make a final decision.

All eyes are focused on the editor-in-chief who has this power.

"Indeed, there is nothing wrong with what everyone said. But judging from the quality of recent comics and the beginning of One Piece, it would be a pity to give up here. How about we take a compromise approach? First observe whether this kid is serious about drawing comics or just playing around, and then put One Piece on the next meeting and make a decision. What do you think?"

Although they were discussing it implicitly, the editor-in-chief seemed to have made up his mind.

Having been in the workplace for a long time, they still have this kind of vision.

In addition, this method was indeed very thoughtful, and there was immediately a chorus of approval in the conference room.

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Chapter 133 I Will Always Love Sagiri

"That's roughly what happened. Congratulations on your official debut, Ji Qijun!"

On the way home, Ji Qi received a call from Iida Ayano.

After they got home and made a cup of tea, the other party briefly told them what happened in the meeting room.

To be honest, he had never thought about serializing two comics at the same time.

He submitted two works because he knew his own limitations. Although he was a time-travel plagiarist, his advantage over others was not that great.

Moreover, Ji Qi was also surprised that it was Shi Huang who passed instead of One Piece.

No matter how you look at it, Four Panic is still a niche comic. One Piece is known as a phenomenal manga.

But after listening quietly, he understood.

"I really need your guidance this time, Editor Iida." Ji Qi replied with a smile. As a pessimist, he was prepared for both manuscripts to be rejected.

"Please give me your guidance, Mr. Ji Qi. As long as you don't procrastinate."

From the other end of the line, Iida Ayano's excited voice came over.

The title was also changed to a more formal teacher.

As a country with developed ACG, there are definitely many people in Japan who have been exposed to comics since childhood. And being able to serialize in Weekly Shonen Jump, which is considered a holy place for most cartoonists, is indeed worthy of the title of teacher.

The status of the two can now be said to have been truly reversed, but Iida Ayano is not dissatisfied.

Seriously...are all editors like this?

After comparing the light novel editing and the comics, Ji Qi found that there is really no difference between the two!

Iida Ayano exclaimed sincerely: "Oh, I have to say, Mr. Himeshichi is really amazing. This is the first time I have seen someone so young being serialized in Jump."

"Now that my work is almost done, I can finally relax... Oh, by the way, there is one more thing. Mr. Ji Qi will come to sign the contract tomorrow. After the contract is signed, the comics can officially start serialization." Iida Ayano said to herself on the phone.

"Sure. What time?"

"Let's go to lunch. Thanks to Teacher Ji Qi, the company will reimburse the meal expenses. I have a good place to recommend! I'll call you then."

"Okay, you decide."

Ji Qi still liked Iida Ayano's frank words.

Generally, the relationship between editors and creators is not too bad.

After hanging up the phone, Ji Qi tidied up the room, then went to the kitchen to cook and brought the daily meals to the second floor.

The room that he used to call the 'door that never opens' is now no different from an ordinary sister's room.

Just a few seconds after he knocked on the door, the door creaked open a crack, revealing half of Sagiri's little face.

Ji Qi, who was in a good mood, held the tray and smiled, "Good evening, Sagiri. It's time to eat~"

"Okay. By the way, brother, who were you talking to on the phone just now?"

Sagiri nodded obediently and pouted her cute little face. She had been getting jealous more and more frequently recently.

"Editor." Recently, Ji Qi would take this opportunity every day to have a good chat with his sister.

"Oh. Is there something wrong with the light novel?" Sagiri was relieved at first, then asked in confusion.

"No... rather than that, Sagiri, I have something to tell you."

Ji Qi shook his head, and seeing that Sagiri had misunderstood, he didn't rush to tell her about the comic editing.

A buffer and a reason are needed.

Otherwise, it would be too far-fetched to suddenly learn how to draw comics and become so good at it.

It might be possible to fool other people who didn't know him before, but it's not so easy to fool Sagiri.

Especially since she also paints.

"What's the matter?" Sagiri poked her little head out from the crack in the door, her big blue eyes blinking.

Ji Qi thought about it carefully.

He and Sagiri are family. He must tell Sagiri that he can draw. If he accidentally reveals it in the future, it will be more troublesome.

Carefully choosing his words, Ji Qi tried to speak as reasonably as possible: "Sagiri, I actually learned to paint when I was a child."

Since both sets of parents were remarried, he and Sagiri met for the first time when the other was twelve or thirteen years old.

At that time, although he had awakened his sister-con attribute from the first time he saw this sister, Sagiri was very shy by nature, and the relationship between the two was not very good.

Sagiri didn't seem to be interested in him. Apart from greeting him every day, they barely said a few words to each other.

So, naturally, Sagiri would not be interested in his past.

His mother might tell Sagiri, but definitely not in such detail.

Then, you can write some articles during this gap.

Although I feel a little guilty about deceiving my sister, there are some things that won't make you appear honest just by saying them out loud.

Moreover, now that he can draw, doesn’t that mean that he and his sister have a big intersection in life?

"Hit? Brother?"

Sagiri was really stunned. Brother, can he draw? Doesn't he write novels?

"Well, I was quite interested in painting when I was a kid, so I asked my father to do it for me. Before junior high school, I would occasionally practice this in addition to piano."

As Ji Qi spoke, he apologized to his parents in heaven.

Father, Mother, it was just a small lie, I think you will forgive me.

This is a last resort.

"Oh...then what?"

Sagiri replied mechanically, her head feeling a little dizzy.

I can’t describe the feeling in my heart.

She must be afraid that she has lost her only use to her brother.

"Then, a year ago, under certain circumstances, I picked up this hobby again." Ji Qi said stiffly, even he himself felt that this was ridiculous.

But, should this be covered up by saying that you have talent?

After all, no one can predict talent.

Really, I can only admit that I am a genius.

"a year ago……"

Sagiri's delicate little face dimmed, perhaps because she was thinking about the past.

"Well, after going through so many things, I drew another comic. Do you want to see it?"

“Of course I have to watch it…” Although Sagiri was a little confused by this development, she still shook her head.

As if she had thought of something, she asked again: "Brother, why do you need to find someone else when you can draw?"

Yes, the "someone else" she refers to is Eriri Sawamura, not her.

Although she has no idea how her brother draws, she doesn't mind being with him!

"Not enough time..."

In one sentence, Sagiri understood.

Indeed, my brother usually has to write novels, think about scripts, and draw, so I'd better leave it to myself!

Thinking of this, Sagiri, who was originally a little panicked that she could only be a vase, suddenly felt better.

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PS: Third update! I am so sorry for the monthly votes... How much did you guys leave? (crying.jpg)

Chapter 134 Yan Yi!

In Sagiri's 'unopened room', the expression on the face of this extremely beautiful girl with silver hair and green eyes kept changing.

Ji Qi was also very nervous. How should he answer when his sister asked him about it?

After quietly reading the manuscript in her hand, Sagiri's expression turned into something like this -

Should I say she is indeed a beautiful girl? Even the facial artist Sagiri is very cute...

Ji Qi sighed inwardly.

Her expression gradually returned to normal, and Sagiri said with mixed feelings: "Um... can I tell the truth?"

"Of course, although I'm sure I'm not as good at drawing as you, Sagiri."

"Brother, you are too modest. First of all, your style is better than mine, and secondly, your drawing skills are outstanding. Even if I make up my mind to compete seriously, I will probably lose... Most importantly, this is a comic, and the plot is also very good!"

After saying this, Sagiri's entire body turned completely gray.

Anyone could see the dejected mood.

It was such a shock...

"Well, Sagiri, think about it, I am two years older than you no matter what! When you are as old as me, you will definitely be able to draw better than me!"

Ji Qi scratched his head and hurriedly comforted him.

He felt that the next scenario should be the appearance of facing a strong enemy, and Sagiri also worked hard - and learned new skills, and finally reached a new height.

In other words, he needs to act like a villain, right?

"Well... although my brother's painting is good, it's not to the point that makes me despair." Sagiri pouted, then clenched her fists and shouted.

"This is the right thing to do."

Seeing that Sagiri didn't have any overly suspicious thoughts, Ji Qi finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Fearing that the more he talked about this topic, the more he would reveal his true intentions, he changed the subject: "Rather than this, let's talk about the game."

"The current development is that the sister who has not yet opened her heart to her brother has developed so-called romantic feelings for her brother after experiencing various things."

Touching his chin, Ji Qi told the story truthfully as he had imagined.

"..."

The hint of this made Sagiri fall into a state of confusion! All the feelings she had before when she knew her brother could draw disappeared!