Crayon Shin-chan: As someone who's traveled through time, all I want is a huge reward!

Ohara Nanako said with a grin, then took out a contract from her bag.

Chapter 190 Single Volume Plan

"Look, what is this?"

Lin Yu raised an eyebrow, looking at the new contract with some surprise.

"This is..."

"Didn't you want to release a standalone book and hold fan signing events before?"

"Based on your grades, your personal abilities, and my tiny bit of effort, this contract is about your single volume."

Ohara Nanako's eyes curved like crescent moons as she smiled and spoke to Lin Yu.

You could tell from her eyes that she was genuinely happy for Lin Yu.

"Really?"

"But I don't have any works that can be published as standalone volumes right now, do I?"

Upon hearing this news, Lin Yu was genuinely happy.

If he wants to publish a single volume, his current works are definitely not enough.

Moreover, these works were all under serialization contracts, so they definitely wouldn't be these.

"That's true, but this contract is a bit special."

"The application was approved first. Once you have more works, we can then proceed with the contract signing."

"The requirements for single-volume works are higher, and the review process may be stricter."

"But I believe that with your talent, Ayu, this is definitely not a problem."

Lin Yu stroked his chin; the subject matter was definitely not a problem.

Grave of the Fireflies is a great choice.

Lin Yu's only concern was whether the work was a little too short.

Given the scale of Grave of the Fireflies, it would probably only take one standalone volume.

Other examples include "Akame ga Kill!" and "Steins;Gate".

Or perhaps Puella Magi Madoka Magica.

As Lin Yu pondered, he fell into deep thought.

Seeing this, Nanako Ohara didn't disturb her. Instead, she sipped her drink and silently observed Lin Yu, who was deep in thought.

It's said that men are very charming when they're serious, and that's certainly true in Nanako Ohara's eyes right now.

After thinking for a while without reaching a conclusion, Lin Yu decided to listen to the advice of professionals.

"Nana, I'm a bit conflicted right now..."

Lin Yu briefly explained to her the problem that was troubling him.

After thinking seriously for a moment, Nanako Ohara spoke.

“Ayu, your situation is rather special. As for publishing a standalone book, with your abilities, it’s definitely not a problem.”

"But there is one thing we need to consider, which is that your popularity is still a bit lower compared to many other authors who publish single volumes."

"After all, there are still some works in the library that haven't started serialization yet."

"Therefore, my suggestion is that you can continue your usual style for your first book and write a short and concise work."

"There's no need to choose a long novel like everyone else; the key is to create something that has an immediate impact and leaves a lasting impression on those who read your work..."

Lin Yu nodded slightly as he listened to Nanako Ohara's analysis.

He was struggling with the choice of the artwork itself, while Nanako Ohara analyzed the market from a professional's perspective.

"In that case, I know what to choose."

After a moment, Lin Yu had made his choice.

This time, I'll choose Grave of the Fireflies.

This choice perfectly aligns with Nanako Ohara's current requirements, and its tear-jerking power is among the best of all her works.

The profound anti-war message further elevates the entire work.

"Do you have an idea yet?"

"Yes, it's already there. Let me tell you roughly what the story is like..."

After briefly explaining her thoughts, Nanako Ohara nodded thoughtfully.

“I think there’s absolutely no problem. The idea behind this work is excellent. With your writing skills, Ayu, it will definitely be a wonderful piece.”

"Then I accept your good advice."

"I can start writing as soon as I get back."

"I estimate I can give you this work in a few days."

Grave of the Fireflies is just over 120,000 words long and can be read in less than two days.

"no problem."

Ohara Nanako was already used to Lin Yu's amazing writing skills.

"Okay, then. I'll contact you in a couple of days."

"No need for two days, I'll make time to visit Xiaochun at your house."

"Let's go then, let's go straight to my house now."

"Okay."

The two left the coffee shop and got into Lin Yu's car to go home.

As soon as I got home, I saw a car parked in front of the door, and then I saw Nohara Misae carrying Aoi out of the house.

"Teacher Lin, you're back. They said they came looking for you."

Misae Nohara said somewhat warily, as she, as a neighbor, often came to Lin Yu's house to see Tsubaki whenever she had free time.

The main concern is for Xiaochun, a girl who is somewhat out of touch with modern society.

This afternoon, she noticed that Lin Yu wasn't home. A car pulled up in front of the door, and two unfamiliar people got out.

Misae Nohara immediately became alert and ran over, worried about Tsubaki's safety.

Lin Yu recognized the car; it belonged to the designers who had driven it yesterday.

"It's alright, Mrs. Nohara. This is the designer I found."

"Designer?"

Misae Nohara was stunned.

"Yes, I'm planning to renovate the house. It might be a little noisy after a while, so please forgive me, Mrs. Nohara."

"That's alright, but didn't you just buy the house?"

Misae Nohara recalled that many of the furnishings in Lin Yu's room were still quite new, and there was absolutely no need for renovations.

"I just bought it, so I thought I'd take some time to renovate it properly, since I'll be living here for a long time in the future."

As he spoke, Lin Yu invited the two of them into the house.

As soon as I entered the room, I saw several designers with bloodshot eyes approaching me with eager expressions.

"Mr. Lin, this is the design plan we prepared overnight. Please take a look."

"This is from our design studio..."

"And mine..."

Looking at the group of people in front of him, Lin Yu once again marveled at the power of capital.

It's obvious that the designers Otome randomly calls in all come from different design firms.

I wonder how many people they mobilized to work overtime last night to come up with this plan.

"Thank you all for your hard work. Let me take a look at your design proposals first."

As Lin Yu spoke, he sat down in the living room and took the design plans and renderings from the group, examining them carefully.

Ohara Nanako then pulled Tsubaki and Nohara Misae aside to talk about girls' topics.

Looking at the design drafts in his hands, each one a testament to his hard work, Lin Yu remained silent for a long time.

Only after reviewing all the design drafts did he begin to share his ideas with the others in more detail.

Chapter 191 The Nohara Family's Invitation

Although Lin Yu knew that it was hard work to come up with such a complex design plan in one night.

But this is, after all, the house I'll be living in from now on, so I certainly can't just do it casually.