They don't actually think I like them, do they?

"Okay." There's no reason for Lin Han not to take advantage of this freebie.

"Do you have any plans for the next few days? If not, you can come visit Xiaoxue more often."

"We'll see!" This time, Lin Han didn't respond so quickly.

When he first arrived in Beijing, he hadn't even figured out the local situation yet.

Anyway, Su Ruxue lives here and can't run away, so there's no rush to come here for a vacation.

Lin Han arrived in the city center, driven by the Su family's driver.

He booked a hotel room that was reasonably priced and had a good value for money.

After unpacking all his luggage, Lin Han chose to rest at the hotel on his first day in Beijing. After taking a shower, he quickly went to sleep.

the next day.

Lin Han set off early and took a taxi to a place called "Yangjiao Cultural Industrial Park".

The landscaping here is excellent, the environment is tranquil, and there aren't many people around. Many technology companies are located here.

Following the address, Lin Han finally found "JC Light Novel Publishing House," a three-story detached building.

Just to be on the safe side, Lin Han decided to make a phone call first.

Meanwhile, Zhu Yeqing, who was working, was startled by a sudden phone call.

After seeing the contact person clearly, Zhu Yeqing's face turned even paler.

That perverted male author!

After noticing that Zhu Yeqing's expression was off, Xue Tu, who was at the next workstation, suddenly stood up.

"coming?"

The bamboo leaf viper nodded firmly.

"coming!"

005. Editorial team discussion begins!

Lin Han, who was waiting at the door, received a message from his editor on his phone:

"Come up."

Lin Han took a deep breath and used the mirror of his phone screen to examine his appearance one last time.

Lin Han had dressed up specially today. He usually had "M-shaped" bangs, but today he styled his hair in a middle part and wore a more dashing makeup look, making him look like a sophisticated college student. This was in stark contrast to the pure and innocent image that Orange Jam usually projected on the big screen.

Lin Han definitely didn't want to be recognized.

After all, if his identity is revealed now before the novel becomes popular, and things go wrong later, his character's established persona will also be ruined, which would be disastrous.

It's not that Lin Han doesn't want to crash; he survives by relying on the Collapse Index.

However, Lin Han still cares a lot about his reputation; he can't bear to lose face like that.

His "mishap" must be something he can control, something he orchestrates himself, and something he's confident he can salvage without ruining his future. Consider the "I'm Really Not Sleeping" incident at the concert.

The best outcome would be to wait until your new online persona becomes popular, and then release a bombshell announcement like "I am Orange Jam," which would be far more impactful than revealing your identity from the start.

After confirming that his attire was appropriate, Lin Han walked inside.

Today is Monday, the busiest time for the editorial department, as many important matters have been concentrated on this day.

There were more people at the publishing house than Lin Han had imagined. Many editors were busy carrying manuscripts, barely glancing at him, and manuscripts were flying everywhere. For JC Light Novel Publishing, authors like Lin Han, who were invited to the editorial office for "tea," were all too common.

Lin Han was lucky if he could avoid bumping into anyone, let alone ask someone for directions!

Lin Han arrived on the second floor based on the information. There was a reception area specifically for visitors, with rows of tables and chairs set up like a restaurant.

The place was in complete chaos, with all sorts of bromance and confrontations taking place here!

"Teacher Zhan Ying, how can this part of my review not be approved?! You can't even describe the protagonist lying in a jacuzzi? What kind of 'virgin review' is this?"

"Who lies in the bathtub with their face all wet and red, moaning all the time?!"

"You've only written 40,000 words in a month?! You're sitting here today, and I'll watch you write! I'm not leaving get off work either; you're not going anywhere until this volume is finished!"

"You arrogant young master, you fucking explain to me what this part means—" Han Jing released her mouth, her cheeks flushed, and asked Lin An shyly in a low voice, "Why do you only kiss me every time, and never touch anywhere else?" Lin An said, "Because I can't describe anything below the neck..."

Seeing these explosive scenes, even Lin Han, who had seen a lot of the world, was shocked.

Is this the author's world?!

too horrible!

Are editors working in such an environment really mentally sound?!

Just then, Lin Han's phone rang again. It was his editor calling.

"Hey, Coffee Teacher, where are you? I can't see you."

Zhu Yeqing stood at the entrance to the reception area corridor, looking around in confusion. But she didn't see the greasy middle-aged man she had in mind.

On the contrary...

Zhu Yeqing noticed that at the stairwell at the end of the corridor, a young man was also listening to a phone call and looking around.

He was wearing a crisp white shirt, and his dignified appearance made him look just like a celebrity!

So handsome! !

Could it be...?

Zhu Yeqing's heart tightened as she watched Lin Han turn his head, see her from afar, smile and wave at her, then quickly walk over.

Zhu Yeqing was stunned, and the phone in her hand suddenly fell to the ground.

The snow rabbit beside it was terrified.

"What's wrong, Aqing?!"

"He's here?!"

"Where are the people?!!"

Snow Rabbit followed the direction of Bamboo Leaf Green's shocked gaze, and when she saw Lin Han striding towards her, her eyes froze instantly.

In this chaotic, smoky, and haphazardly filled editorial department, a beam of golden light seemed to emanate from the boy, isolating him from everything around him and drawing the two into a world that belonged only to him!

Suddenly a red carpet appeared on the ground, and wings suddenly sprouted from the back of the boy, who descended before them like a god!

Those few seconds of eye contact were like the opening scene of a Chinese idol drama!

Is it possible to see such a handsome man in real life?!

"Snow Rabbit".

Zhu Ye Qing took Xue Tu's hand, held it in her palm, and said with utmost seriousness,

"I've thought about it carefully. I can't betray my sister, no matter who else I'm betraying. You've always been so good to me, I really can't bear to drag you into this abyss!"

"Let me face this perverted male author alone! Even if he lays his hands on me, I'll endure it with tears in my eyes!!"

Hearing her sisters' heartfelt words, Yukito was deeply moved. She pulled her hand away from Bamboo Leaf Green's grasp and said emotionally,

"Do you think I, Xue Tu, am the kind of person who would abandon my sisters?! How could I bear to see you face such a perverted author alone! Besides, this isn't just your problem; it's the whole editorial department's problem. I'm going to take charge of this today!"

Snow Rabbit's work badge fluttered in front of her chest, much like her and her sister's unwavering devotion to the company.

Zhu Yeqing's lips began to twitch. She was about to say something when she heard the boy's voice.

"Hello, is this Teacher Zhuyeqing?"

"it's me!"

Zhu Yeqing quickly turned around and called out like a well-behaved student being called upon by the teacher.

"Hello, I'm Coffee."

Lin Han's long career as an entertainer has instilled in her a professional smile that seems to bring sunshine to others.

Zhu Yeqing was already overjoyed. "Coffee teacher, this way please!!"

The three sat down at a table in the reception area. Yukito brought three cups of coffee.

Sitting face-to-face with such a handsome man, Zhu Yeqing, a seasoned office worker, was clearly still unable to calm down. She could only take several deep breaths before getting to the point:

"We called you to the editorial department today mainly to finalize our contract signing. However, before signing, there are some things we need to discuss regarding your work. There are some parts that are not entirely compliant, and we hope you can make some revisions."

The point is quite clear: after all, this is a physical book, unlike online novels which have relatively lenient censorship. For the sake of the publisher's reputation and the quality of the physical book, JC has the right to make suggestions for revisions to the author's manuscript.

However, since no contract has been signed yet, whether they are willing to listen to their suggestions or not is up to Lin Han.

At this point, Lin Han had already finished writing the first volume of "How to Raise a Boring Girlfriend," which covers the part up to the official formation of Tomoya's club and the beginning of the game's plot conception.

If you only look at the main storyline of "making games", you can't find too many faults.

However, when it comes to character development and various settings...

Zhu Yeqing looked at the manuscript on her laptop, then glanced up at Lin Han.

Did he really write this?!

006. How could Coffee Teacher be that kind of person?

On a spring day, I encountered fate...

The long slope was bathed in warm sunshine and a gentle breeze blew, with cherry blossom petals fluttering in the air.

And there's a girl standing on the slope.

A girl whose name I don't know and whom I've never met.

A premonition of a new encounter filled my chest with excitement; it was in that instant...

At that time, I fell into my second relationship.

Yes, I've fallen in love again by accident.

I can't stop liking other people.

Even if it hurts myself, even if it hurts the other person.

Even if their relationship cannot go as planned...

And so, the new semester began with a sense that something was about to happen.

.......

"Is there a problem with this section, Mr. Zhuyeqing?" Lin Han asked curiously as he listened to the editor's silent reading.

"No problem. Whether it's the prologue of a light novel or the prologue of the game project written by the male protagonist, Tomoya, it's clear that you, Coffee Teacher, have considerable writing skills."

Zhu Yeqing looked at this author, who was probably the most handsome in history, and spoke in as calm a tone as possible. She decided to start by praising Lin Han.

In fact, this opening of the light novel is indeed very well written.

Modern online light novel readers love this kind of writing that leaves them confused but inexplicably impressed and romantic. Regardless of whether it holds up to scrutiny, as long as the writing is beautiful, people can fill in the blanks in their own minds.

Although as an editor, Zhu Yeqing didn't know why these readers, who were clearly drawn to the book by keywords like "beautiful girl," "weak bottom," and "morbid" in the title, and who were searching for books based on their own fantasies, still demanded that the author's writing be highbrow and elegant.

Did you click in because of its elegance? It's clearly for Takamaru, you know!

In the first half of Lin Han's novel, everything is harmonious, just like many ordinary novels. It seems to be a romance novel that takes place on campus.

Based on the typical development of light novels, the following plot should be—

The male and female protagonists meet and get to know each other. They may have some minor conflicts and setbacks along the way, but the ending is always good. They shed their youthful sweat and leave some scars from their student days. Both of them have grown up in a profound way!

In Zhu Yeqing's eyes, this is what makes a decent campus light novel!

However, every subsequent development was completely unexpected by Zhuyeqing.

Upon seeing the twin-tailed character named Eriri, with her bold description and detailed character portrayal, Takeba Ao was convinced that she was the heroine of this work!

Then, a character named Kasumigaoka Utaha appeared, described in an even more erotic manner, with the word "black stockings" appearing more than five times. Takeba-ka suddenly realized this might be a love triangle.

There are many excellent works that tell stories of a male protagonist wavering between two female leads before finally facing his own feelings. The key is that the male protagonist can't be too much of a jerk; there needs to be a balance, otherwise he'll easily be attacked by readers.

When Kato Megumi appeared, Takebako completely lost her composure.