Cartoonists and their assistants

"Kanzuki sees things very clearly. I was often surprised when I first started working, so remember to communicate with people. Otherwise, you won't be able to improve and you might even become a weirdo."

Minamoto Matsuri's gentle, girlish voice seemed to be comforting them.

"It's okay, I'll take care of this guy and make sure he doesn't go down the same path."

Eriri patted her chest.

"You'll take care of me? You're really talking big."

He looked disgusted.

"arrive."

Just as the two were about to start arguing again, the car suddenly stopped.

Asashi Saho unbuckled her seatbelt, got out of the car, and before closing the door, thought for a moment and said, "Machi, Eriri, it's so good to have met you two."

"So are we."

The two turned around and replied at the same time.

That's what they all think.

......

In a few days, Mizuki Machi's birthday will arrive.

This time, it was Eriri's turn to give back her birthday present.

"Gasang, what do you think should I give as a gift this year?"

Since it wasn't the first time she'd given it as a gift, the girl didn't try to hide it and directly asked her mother for advice.

"In my opinion, Xiao Zhenzhi will be happy with whatever you give him."

Sayuri Sawamura smiled gently.

"Don't say such meaningless things!"

"So...think about the most meaningful thing that happened between you two this past year?"

"The most meaningful thing... our debut work has come to an end?"

"Well, you could say that."

"I understand!"

Eriri suddenly realized what she meant and turned to leave.

"Snapped."

Sawamura Sayuri lightly rested the folding fan in her other hand and shook her head.

This girl lacks spirit!

......

On this day, the two were still engaged in a battle of wits.

Mizuki Machi didn't ask for a birthday present, as if she had forgotten about it.

Eriri had been holding back for a long time, but just like before, she couldn't resist.

“Zhenzhi, look at this.”

She held up a rectangular object covered by a black cloth.

Is it a painting?

He raised his eyebrows.

"That's right!"

The girl lifted the black cloth, revealing her true face—

This is a framed anime-style painting depicting characters from Anohana watching fireworks together, but two more people are added in the distance: a black-haired, black-eyed boy and a blonde girl with twin tails.

This is a unique painting.

"We're still here? That's quite memorable."

Kanzuki Masashi's eyes lit up.

"Isn't today your birthday? So... this is a return gift from last year."

Eriri held the picture frame higher, obscuring her face, and her voice gradually weakened.

"Then I'll accept it."

He reached out and took it, expressing his delight.

"Thank you, Eriri, I appreciate your kindness."

"Uh...yes, whatever you like."

The girl's ears turned red instantly. She lowered her head slightly and murmured with all her might.

123 Three months

Time flies.

The days passed.

After returning to campus, without any work-related issues, their daily lives became no different from before they became cartoonists, and thus left no deep impression.

Before we knew it, it was the end of the second grade.

The only thing worth mentioning is the progress of Ms. Saho's new serialization; they still pay close attention to their former assistant.

Judging from the popularity rankings, "The Devil Is Coming to My Side" has been declining and has fallen to thirteenth place, and the situation does not seem optimistic.

If she can stabilize her position, that would be fine for a newcomer. The real fear is that she might fall further into the bottom three, which would render all of Ms. Saho's hard work in the past few months futile, and even with her relatively calm personality, she would find it hard to accept.

After discussing it, they decided to offer some suggestions and make a small effort to help.

But suggestions are suggestions. Even with an original work as a reference, some people still make inexplicable changes, let alone a few cold, impersonal words.

As the saying goes, "The master leads you through the door, but the practice depends on yourself." Having become a manga artist, Ms. Sahoto ultimately had to find a way to overcome this first hurdle on her own.

the other side.

The anime adaptation of "Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day" is also progressing steadily.

To atone for her sins, Miss Aoi made sure they confirmed the information each time, hoping to achieve a level of satisfaction for them.

On this day, new news arrived, enough to make Yuriko cheer with joy.

"Is the dubbing starting next week?"

Eriri turned to look at him, her eyes filled with immense joy.

"Yes, if everything goes smoothly, there will be a dubbing session every week from now on, so would you like to come and watch?"

Aoi Makina's soft, seductive voice was incredibly alluring.

"I'm going!"

The girl readily agreed.

"Is there even a need to ask this?"

Guan Yuezhenzhi also casually remarked.

"Okay, remember to come to the company next Saturday!"

Miss Kui hung up the phone.

.......

Takasago Bookstore.

"Hey, have they already started recording?"

"That's right, Eriri and I are going to the live performance next week to listen to the voice actors' recordings."

When Mizuki Machi was chatting with Takasago Chie, the topic came up inadvertently, and he casually revealed it.

After all, such conversations were quite common for the two of them.

Moreover, he could tell that Takasago was indeed a trustworthy friend, keeping his mouth shut and being comfortable to be around.

"How enviable! To be able to hear the voice actors live..."

"Are you saying you want me to take you along?"

"This is your work matter, and it's not appropriate for me, an outsider, to get involved."

Chie Takasago shook her head slightly, then joked.

"And won't Sawamura-kun be jealous?"

"So that's how it is."

He laughed.

That's all.

After buying the books, he returned to the counter.

"By the way, Mizuki, how long have we known each other?"

Chie Takasago suddenly stopped what she was doing while packing the books.

"It's been almost two years now."

Mizuki Machi thought back for a moment.

He only officially met her when he went to a bookstore to buy comics after entering middle school.

"Aren't we already quite familiar with each other?"

"Hmm...it's alright."

"Well, isn't it time to call people by their names?"

"Sure, Chie."

"Yes, that's true."

After a few casual words, the way the two addressed each other changed.

After waving goodbye and watching him leave the bookstore, Chie Takasago suddenly breathed a sigh of relief.

She appeared casual just now, but in reality, she was very nervous, afraid of receiving an embarrassing answer.

Fortunately, the result was as she expected.

Their relationship has taken a small step forward.

A smile unconsciously appeared on the girl's lips.

.......

3pm.

The dubbing studio staff gradually arrived.

"These two must be Ms. Tsukishita and Ms. Yuriko, right?"

"Oh my, she really is as young as the rumors say."

"I am deeply honored to be able to provide the voice for both teachers."

When Yuriko Tsukishita arrived at the scene, the selected voice actors came over to get acquainted.

They were also interested in these two legendary and talented cartoonists.

Wait until everyone has arrived.

"Today we will be recording the first episode of 'Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day,' so let's have the two original manga artists give a brief talk."

Akasaka Touko stretched out her hand and said.

"I am Tsukishiro, the original creator of Anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day. The voices of you all are the voices I want to hear. I hope that you will continue to dub the voices I want to hear in the future."

Observing the moon reveals true knowledge and the way.