Living in Tokyo, starting with a lifestyle-related job

But one can't help but marvel at how Shiro Shiro, who is clearly only a high school student, can write such a good story.

No, I should say this story is quite ordinary.

But his superb writing skills elevated it to another level!

This level of writing skill surpasses that of most contemporary authors.

They've even rivaled the top authors of today.

However, her eyesight wasn't exactly good either.

Otherwise, the performance targets wouldn't still not be met.

Regardless, she personally saw in this young man the hope that he could become a top-tier writer!

While this is what Igarashi Chinatsu personally believes, she isn't sure if others think the same way.

Of all the manuscripts I've reviewed since joining the company, Igarashi Chinatsu thinks that Kamishiro Hakufu's manuscript is the best, bar none!

If this book can't help her meet her performance targets, then she doesn't know what kind of book would be enough!

Therefore, Igarashi Chinatsu decided without hesitation to have the novel approved!

But Igarashi Chinatsu was clearly still reeling from the tragic ending, yet she couldn't help but praise Bai Feng's writing, so she could only give a thumbs up and nod while crying:

"Kamishiro-kun, sob sob~ You wrote so well!"

"Waaaaah~ Of course, of course you can!"

Upon hearing this, Shiro Kaede felt somewhat relieved.

I'm also a little curious: if my novels can resonate so deeply with my editors, what about novels aimed at the general public?

after that.

Chinatsu Igarashi gave Baifeng a brief and detailed explanation of the entire process from submission to publication.

Topic selection and manuscript review: Authors need to submit book proposals or complete manuscripts to the publisher. The publisher's editorial team will review the content to ensure that it meets the publisher's publishing direction and market demand.

Contract signing: Once the topic is approved, the publisher will sign a publishing contract with the author, clarifying the rights and obligations of both parties.

Editing and Proofreading: The publisher's editorial team will conduct detailed editing and proofreading of the manuscript to ensure the quality and accuracy of the content.

Design and Layout: The book cover and layout will be designed and laid out by professional designers.

Printing and binding: After typesetting is completed, the book will be sent to the printing plant for printing and binding.

After listening, Shiro Kaede had no major problems.

Because he had already learned about it from other places beforehand.

After Igarashi Chinatsu finished explaining, worried that such a good work might end up with other publishers, she quickly inquired:

"Can I confirm that you agree to submit this work to our company?"

Jindai Bai Feng nodded and said:

"Yes."

Chinatsu Igarashi was overjoyed and immediately said:

“Great, then I need to submit this work to the editorial department for cross-review.”

"As long as they confirm there are no problems, they should be able to get back to you within two days."

"Please come back to me again to sign the contract then."

Kamishiro Shirofumi's purpose in coming here was precisely for this, but he was also curious about other things:

"I have no problem with that."

"But I'd like to ask, after signing the contract, when is the earliest I can expect to see my book in the bookstore?"

Chinatsu Igarashi blinked:

"It will take at least a month."

"Including the time spent on review, proofreading, publication, negotiating with printing companies, printing, binding, delivery, and initial sales in bookstores, there are actually quite a few processes involved."

"So at the fastest, it will take a month."

Kamishiro Shiro sighed helplessly.

I thought to myself that I probably wouldn't be able to earn any income from novels in the short term.

It will take more than a month.

At this point, the income from the coffee shop could probably unlock the next career.

Kamidai Bai Feng nodded helplessly and said:

"Well, that's up to you."

"I go first."

Chinatsu Igarashi said happily:

"Okay, then I'll keep this manuscript here for now."

"I will notify you again once the second review is approved."

As she spoke, fearing that Shirokaze Kamishiro might find the second review process redundant, she quickly added another point.

“I can’t guarantee that other books will pass the second review, but I’m sure I will apply to the higher authorities to get your book approved and participate in this essay contest.”

When Shiro Shiro saw Igarashi Chinatsu's tearful expression, he knew that his novel was a legitimate product and he had no worries about it being rejected.

"Alright, then I'll leave it to you, Ms. Igarashi."

With that, Shiro Shiro got up to leave.

Chinatsu Igarashi checked the time and was surprised to find that it was already almost nine o'clock.

what?

It's already this late?

She hasn't even had dinner yet.

and many more.

Since she hasn't eaten yet, doesn't that mean the same goes for Kamishiro-kun?

Chinatsu Igarashi quickly stopped Shirofumi Kamishiro, apologized, and invited him:

"Sorry, I was so engrossed in reading the manuscript that I've been reading until now. You probably haven't eaten yet, have you?"

"How about we go together?"

Kamishiro Shiro checked the time and realized it was already past nine o'clock. He shook his head and said:

"No, it's too late."

"I'll go home and handle it myself."

After being rejected, Chinatsu Igarashi felt somewhat regretful and helpless.

"That's true. You high school students have to go home after nine o'clock."

"Then I won't stop you. Be careful on your way back."

I'll contact you by phone if I get any news.

"Okay." After replying, Shiro Shiro left the publishing house and prepared to go home.

And before he left.

The author, Seiji Shindo, who had published works, had just finished discussing matters with his editor and was being invited out for dinner.

He noticed Shiro's departing figure and felt a little puzzled.

Why is this high school student still here?

Could it be that his manuscript was also read and approved by the editor?

Do not!

I suppose it's the kind of thing where they just ask the editor to read it before giving feedback?

And at this hour, if the editor doesn't invite me out to dinner after reading the article, it's probably been rejected.

Shindo Seiji smiled dismissively, thinking that if the young man was incompetent, he still needed to practice more.

-

When Shiro Kaede returned, it was already almost ten o'clock.

He was starving.

So I just made some food for a late-night snack.

Of course, Erina and her aunt are also there.

While eating a late-night snack.

Erina Kamishiro also asked out of curiosity:

"Bai Feng, aren't you going to submit your work?"

"how is it now?"

While eating dinner, Shiro Shiro explained it briefly.

Sato Ayaka, who was having a late-night snack, was overjoyed when she heard what Bai Feng said.

"Eh?!"

"So Bai Feng, your manuscript got approved?!"

“That’s amazing!”

"Could it be that a writer is really going to emerge from our family?"

Ayaka Sato was genuinely happy!

She hadn't expected that Bai Feng, whose grades weren't very good, would actually have a talent for writing novels.