Daily life, I am a devil, pleasure comes first

"No problem, that's exactly what the editor is supposed to do. Hmm, let me check on the progress of your second volume."

This is incredible.

The first volume of Lin Mu's light novel focuses on the characters of a black-stockinged upperclassman and a tsundere blonde twin-tailed classmate. The two female protagonists are invited by the male protagonist to participate in the game's development.

Then the chaotic love triangle begins, a youthful romantic comedy of fighting and vying for attention.

In the second volume, a third female protagonist appears, adding another person to the competition between the two.

Faced with a love triangle involving three female protagonists, Machida Sonoko couldn't help but wonder who the male protagonist would ultimately choose.

It's so sweet, and it even includes scenes like "I was here first," a concept later known as "White Album."

It looks so heartbreaking, it really touches my soul.

For a moment, Machida Sonoko didn't want the male protagonist to make a choice.

Because Lin Mu portrays each female lead exceptionally well.

Each female lead possesses her own endearing qualities, making the story irresistible and leaving viewers wishing they could choose their favorite character instead of the male lead.

Machida Sonoko read part of it, but not the rest.

Because Lin Mu hasn't written it yet.

Then, Lin Mu felt that Machida Sonoko's gaze was a little strange.

Their eyes, which seemed to sparkle and were filled with intense gaze, made him feel somewhat uncomfortable.

"What's wrong, Ms. Machida? Is there anything that needs to be changed?"

Machida Sonoko sighed and shook her head.

"We can discuss revising the issue later, Mr. Twilight Sky. I really want to lock you in a dark room and make you write all the time! Hurry up and show me the sequel!"

"Uh... even if you're so sure about my work, I can't possibly stay in a dark room all day writing, can I?"

Lin Mu looked at her helplessly and made a comment.

Machida Sonoko scratched her head and coughed seriously.

"Ahem, just kidding. Teacher Twilight Sky, I've carefully read through your second volume, and my conclusion is that if you keep writing and maintain the current pace without any major mishaps, it's definitely going to be a huge hit!"

"Hey, if every new writer could be as carefree as you, I'd have an easy time."

Machida Sonoko said something meaningful, and a certain distinctive female writer in black stockings came to mind.

After the first volume sold 50 copies, Kasumi Shiko's Love Metronome stagnated. The second volume completely lacked the soul of the first volume and was not as amazing.

Although Machida Sonoko was reluctant, she sternly advised her to cut the knife in half.

Keeping one excellent work is essential for writing new works that will sell even better later.

Once an author's reputation declines, it becomes very difficult to improve it, as readers will not be receptive.

What troubled Machida Sonoko was that no matter how much she guided her, Kasumi Utako just couldn't recapture the feeling she had when writing the first volume.

All she could say was that she should go and experience a real relationship before writing the second volume.

However, it seems there's now someone even more capable who can guide Kasumi Shiko.

Many of the light novels written by this person can be used as inspiration for "Love Metronome".

Thinking of this, Machida Sonoko's eyes shone even brighter as she looked at Lin Mu.

"Ahem, let's get back to the main topic. Teacher Twilight Sky, your work is excellent, and I have high hopes for it."

"But if we print and sell directly, the sales of the work will be terrible. So we usually promote it and release some content for readers to preview. Once the popularity has been built up, we then sell the whole book."

"Our company will handle this. You just need to register a Twitter account, pop up occasionally, answer readers' questions, or show up at autograph sessions to sign autographs."

"I'll contact you about the details later."

"To maximize the promotion of your work, I suggest you submit it to our company's Light Novel Newcomer Award first, so that your work can get out of the public eye as soon as possible."

Machida Sonoko earnestly explained the various procedures to Lin Mu, and patiently explained the key points.

Finally, the price per copy of the work was confirmed.

He is, after all, a newcomer, and cannot command the same high prices as well-known authors.

However, Machida Sonoko still offered him the highest price she could currently offer, after all, she was very optimistic about Lin Mu's potential.

Hehe, she gave Lin Mu such good treatment. If he writes good works in the future, she, as the editor, will also benefit. It's a win-win situation.

Chapter 37: The Evil Must Be Dealt With

Once the compensation issue was agreed upon, the atmosphere became even better.

Machida Sonoko couldn't help but raise questions about the content of the work.

"Twilight Sky Teacher, which female lead do you like the most? Who will the male lead choose in the end?"

Even though she knew that spoilers would diminish the anticipation, she couldn't help but ask.

Lin Mu's lips twitched.

That's no different from asking him about his sexual fetishes.

After all, he's the author; who the male lead chooses depends on how he writes it.

Lin Mu smiled and asked her in return.

"Ms. Machida, why must the male protagonist make the choice?"

Machida Sonoko's answer was also very insightful.

"Because love is selfish. Although I thought the male lead would eventually choose one of the female leads and get married, leaving the others as losers, people always have to make choices."

"The male and female protagonists in your book will definitely graduate from high school, go to college, and finally face a moment of choice."

Machida Sonoko is absolutely right.

From a realistic perspective, that is indeed the case.

But... this is a light novel!

Readers come to read books to relax, and if they can find some heartfelt resonance through reading, they will definitely be more willing to pay for the book.

Therefore, Lin Mu calmly replied to her:

Why can't we have them all?

"what?"

Machida Sonoko stared at him, her eyes wide.

I couldn't help but swallow.

"Are you suggesting a harem ending? Making the male lead a scumbag?"

I never expected you to be like this, Teacher Twilight Sky!

Lin Mu waved his hand and quickly explained, "I meant an open ending, let the readers guess for themselves."

"Anyway, whoever they like, they'll assume the protagonist will choose. It would be best if they argued about it, so I could quickly gain wider recognition and increase the work's popularity."

It's just a stock market article, so it shouldn't be like that devil who wants it all.

Then we can only give it an open ending and let the readers guess.

Machida Sonoko was speechless upon hearing his words.

"Why do I feel like you're more like an editor than I am, except for being unfamiliar with the process? You've got all the tricks up your sleeve. If you came to my company's publicity department after graduation, I would definitely hire you!"

"Well, whatever, just keep it to yourself. Anyway, hurry up and write it, I want to see the sequel!"

Machida Sonoko then started urging him to finish the manuscript right in front of him.

Lin Mu was speechless.

"Everyone says I can't keep writing forever, I'm not a machine!"

Machida Sonoko couldn't help but laugh out loud, "Haha, I was just kidding. This is just to show how much I value your work."

Lin Mu rolled her eyes. "But why do I have a feeling that Ms. Machida really wants to lock me up in a dark room and make me write all the time?"

"Ahem, how could that be? I was just fulfilling my editorial duties. What editor doesn't chase after submissions?"

As the conversation unfolded, Machida Sonoko and Lin Mu gradually became more familiar with each other and relaxed a bit.

"Lin Musang, you're actually a high school student? And you attend Baihuang Academy?"

Machida Sonoko's expression was quite strange upon hearing the news.

"Yes what's the matter?"

Lin Mu didn't understand why she was so shocked.

"Ahem, um, do you know Kasumigaoka Utaha? She's quite famous at your school."

"I don't know them. Actually, I was hit by a car on the first day of school and missed the opening ceremony. I was just discharged from the hospital a few days ago, so I don't know any famous people at the school."

"What, is this Kasumigaoka quite famous?"

Lin Mu looked at Machida Sonoko with feigned incomprehension.

Machida Sonoko smiled and said, "She is indeed very famous, and I think you'll feel a sense of familiarity with her. She's also one of my light novel authors, so I think you'll definitely get to know each other in the future."

I wonder what Xiaoshi would think if she saw that a boy had written about her in a book and created a work that was even better than Love Metronome?

I can't wait to try it.

Lin Mu's novel is practically the second volume of Love Metronome, or rather, an upgraded version!

"Alright, Lin Musang, I won't disturb you any longer. I need to go back and prepare to promote your work. See you later."

"Goodbye, Ms. Sonoko."

Machida Sonoko left quickly, exchanging personal contact numbers with him before she left.

Lin Mu finished his coffee, admired the long, white legs of the coffee shop maid for a moment, and then left.

Before leaving, he found a piece of paper with a phone number written on it in his pocket.

Lin Mu was at a loss for words, both amused and exasperated.

My irresistible charm!

It seems the maid also thinks he's handsome, so she secretly slipped her phone number into his pocket.

No, we have to destroy the evidence.

If Mahiru-chan saw this, she would definitely think he was flirting with other girls.

After leaving the coffee shop, Lin Mu went straight to the convenience store where he had worked the day before.

The fact that the store manager was Saionji Odori made him feel uneasy.

Saionji Yueko, whose real name is Ino Yueko.

Her father's name is Ze Yuezhi, and he is the final boss in the anime "X in School".

He was a very promiscuous man, or rather, a scumbag. All the female protagonists in the school world had direct or indirect relationships with him, and many of them were his descendants.

In short, it was utterly chaotic, practically a synonym for evil.

Lin Mu is a devil. How could he allow someone even more evil than himself to exist and threaten the safety of girls?

Therefore, we must deal with this guy.

Chapter 38: Judgment in Hellfire, Praying for the Opening of Power

They arrived at Shiina Mahiru's side.

She changed into a shop assistant uniform, tied her hair in a high ponytail, and worked with Shino Asada to organize the shelves.

Furthermore, Shiina Mahiru developed a very strong interest in one thing.

That means putting up a half-price sign.

In convenience stores, many items that cannot be stored for a long time are marked with discount tags to attract customers to buy them.

This is also the choice of most office workers.