Cartoonists and their assistants

This will also determine Menma's subsequent attitude.

Then we get to the main topic.

Before saying goodbye to Menma, the friends decided to hold a farewell party.

Chiriko Tsurumi and Menma had a chance to meet alone and communicated through text.

At this point, she also admitted her 'mistake'.

That day, it was she who called Jinta out.

That's how things turned out the way they did.

This is where her self-blame lies.

As a result, Menma comforted her with just one sentence.

Then, everyone arrived.

The touching atmosphere that began quickly changed.

Because others had already secretly conspired to repeat the events of that day.

This is an essential step in confronting the past.

In the end, Jinta Yadomi, who had originally wanted to escape, finally spoke out, crying as he revealed his truest thoughts.

At this point, everyone was finally at peace.

on the way home.

Jinta told Menma his most honest thoughts—

Wouldn't it be better if things just stayed like this?

However, Menma smiled slightly, then, with tears streaming down her face, expressed her thoughts in the same way.

She wants to be reincarnated so she can meet everyone again!

.......

Ruri Gokou wasn't particularly moved by this episode's plot, as she wasn't yet deeply touched by these simple emotions.

After all, she didn't have many friends, had never been in a relationship, and had a harmonious family with no seriously ill mother.

Therefore, she focused her attention on other things.

Friendship, family, love...

"Teacher Yuexia has a lot of emotions."

She made a couple of complaints, then thought of the interview in the collected volume—

Could it be that the teacher is actually a reincarnated being?

I dream about my past life every day, which is why I have achieved such accomplishments at this age!

As she thought about it, even the chuunibyou girl blushed.

"Just kidding, the teacher must be having a fit of chuunibyou and is deliberately saying cool things, right? The teacher can be so cute too."

Even she couldn't believe such a thing.

Because that's not just teenage angst, that's mental illness.

"Isn't the reason why geniuses are geniuses precisely because others can't do what they do?"

After finding a reason to convince herself, Gokou Ruri put the magazine aside, took out a piece of draft paper, and began to practice her drawing skills.

"I'm not a genius, but all I can do now is give it my all."

"Let's figure out how to gain the teachers' approval first!"

93皆野缠: Kanzuki, do you want to eat?

"Reincarnation, huh? I strongly suspect that Teacher Yuexia is a reincarnated person! Otherwise, how could she know so much?"

"Yes, Teacher Yuexia has long since acknowledged her identity as a reincarnated person."

"Alright, alright, stop messing around, okay? Are you having a fit of chuunibyou?"

This is a critique of the opening segment explaining the concept of reincarnation.

"Menma is so sensible."

"Being able to see Menma again and speak our hearts is a kind of salvation for everyone."

"Phew~ Jinta Yadomi finally admitted his feelings for Masa!"

"When Jinta cried, everyone's expressions were so touching."

This is a discussion about the plot of the farewell party.

"So sweet! Menma and Jinta's conversation is so cute!"

"It's the kind of liking where you want to be the bride, right? Wow, that really hits home!"

"As expected, the male protagonist, like everyone else, doesn't want Menma to leave. However, under the powerful manipulation of Tsukishita-sensei, Menma will ultimately have to become a Buddha!"

"Sigh, it seems the ending is already decided. I hope Menma can be reincarnated as she wished, and then meet everyone again as a human."

This is what Jinta felt when he said goodbye to Makoto.

The discussion surrounding chapter 11 of Anohana has been quite heated among readers.

Because at this point, all the friends have resolved their inner conflicts and let go of the past. Jinta and Menma have also confessed their feelings to each other, and the story has reached a small happy ending.

The impending atmosphere of parting was also urging everyone to express their feelings.

"It seems everyone has sensed that it's coming to an end."

"I am Mizuki Machi said slowly."

"There are only two episodes left before our debut series ends... Machi, aren't you planning to extend the story a bit more?"

Eriri's expression seemed a little reluctant to part.

It felt like saying goodbye to a friend.

"The plot framework is already set, so how else can it be changed? Extend some of Menma's everyday life with her family? Or perhaps she doesn't become a Buddha after fulfilling her wish, and a new plot unfolds? Or even a complete shift in style, with a mysterious organization appearing and capturing Menma, making her Jinta Yadomi's ghost in a crisis, and getting caught up in the 'Shaman King War'?"

When Mizuki Machi said these words, even she felt uncomfortable.

result......

Eriri, however, seemed thoughtful and said, "The unexpected development you mentioned is quite interesting."

"Are you serious?"

"Of course I was joking! You really think I'm a complete novice?"

The girl immediately became angry.

"Ha ha......"

He chuckled twice and quickly changed the subject.

"In short, the story should end at the most appropriate time. There's no point in dragging it out. I think this is more conducive to everyone's evaluation of Anohana, isn't it? Anyway, we don't need to make money from writing, and Ms. Minano wouldn't ask us to do that."

"Indeed it is."

Eriri nodded in deep agreement.

Compared to the so-called royalties, she, who values ​​her reputation, cares more about having a good name.

"However, we still need to inform Ms. Minano that it wouldn't be good if it ended suddenly."

"Well, the day after tomorrow is Saturday, so why don't you call Ms. Minano over? It's been a while since we last saw each other."

Saturday arrived.

Minamoto arrived as promised early in the morning, still wearing her white pajamas.

"Yahoo~ Is Sawamura greeting me today?"

She made a peace sign with her fingers and looked at the person who opened the door.

"Yes, good morning, Ms. Minano."

Eriri gave a forced smile and responded, still not quite used to the editor's unconventional manner.

Enter the hall and sit on the sofa.

"I understand what you mean, you want it to end? Actually, I figured that out too. I was planning to ask you anyway, but confirming it in advance is a good thing, it also means they can find someone to fill the vacancy you left..."

Minamoto suddenly thought of something.

"But judging by the timeline, it seems to be November already? By then, the newcomer award will have been decided, and it will probably be reserved for the year-end serialization meeting."

"Does that mean there will be an extra slot for the serialization!?"

Eriri exclaimed in surprise.

She exchanged a glance with Qingmei Zhu, and then laughed.

Excluding the works that were originally slated for elimination, and adding the vacancy left by the end of Anohana, there are a total of four spots...

In that case, Ms. Ashisu's chances of debuting have greatly increased.

"It was truly her luck to meet you all."

Even Minamoto couldn't help but sigh.

"That would depend on Miss Zusu's own ability."

He continued.

"Huh? What's wrong?"

Just then, Shisu Saho saw that the door was half-open and knew that it was left for her by her teacher, so she pushed the door open and went in.

Then I saw those familiar little shoes in the entryway.

She was wondering why the editor had come so early when she overheard everyone talking about her.

After sitting down, the assistant learned the reason.

"Did the teacher help me again? Then I definitely won't let the teacher down. This time, I will definitely debut!"

She was already very confident, and now she's even more confident.

If she fails to pass any of the four options, she will be too embarrassed to tell others that she was once the teacher's assistant.

“That’s wonderful, Miss Ashisu.”

Shortly after, Sakura Chiyo also arrived at the secret base and was deeply happy for him upon learning of the matter.

At this moment, the girl, who originally had no ambition, began to feel a little tempted.

.......

After resolving the work-related issues.

Minamoto then entangled him.

"Kanzuki, I want some candy."

"Are you a child?"

Mizuki Machi casually made a comment and rummaged through the house to find several kinds of candy that she had prepared.

Minamoto casually tore open the packaging, slightly opened his mouth, and stuck out his soft tongue to gently lick the surface of the candy. Just as the saliva was sliding down the surface, his tongue moved nimbly to retract the saliva before putting the whole lollipop into his mouth.

"What's wrong, Mizuki? Do you want some too?"

She noticed that the boy next to her had a strange expression, as if he had misunderstood something. His cheeks were slightly flushed, and he took out the lollipop again.

This little girl is doing this on purpose, isn't she?

Guan Yuezhen knew this in his heart.

However, even though he knew that the girl in front of him was a legitimate little girl, he still resisted the temptation and coughed twice, saying, "No need, I don't eat candy. Instead of this, Minamoto-san, let's start a game! I've been really into it lately and need a worthy opponent."

"I see."

Minamoto remained silent, stuffing the lollipop back into his mouth and mumbling something.