Tokyo Soft Rice King

When we look back on the history of light novels in this world in the future, we will definitely use the illustrations from "Sisters" as a "symbol", which means that light novels have officially entered the era of "buy illustrations and get toilet paper for free".

Kuroba Akira is still self-aware. He knows that the work "Sisters" is just benefiting from the dividends of the times. It is very novel in this world, but it has not reached the level of a classic, and it will become a common routine in the future.

It is very likely that in five or six years, everyone will start to criticize that the light novel was not well written, but the illustrations were particularly beautiful.

"But even if I say that, you might not really feel it. The class leader and Shiori don't seem to believe it either."

Kuroba Akira said as he picked up the illustration that would become the cover of the novel.

"Then let's just wait until it's released. I bet this colorful cover will become a hot topic and create a sensation online."

This cover image will also become a famous two-dimensional painting, just like the cover of the first volume of Oreimo. There will be many secondary works.

If the lifespan of a work is the length of time it remains in people's memory, then the lifespan of this work will be significantly extended thanks to Moe Aizono's illustrations.

Hitomi Asato and Shiori Shirai also noticed that Kuroba Akira saw not only the impact of the illustrations on the sales of this light novel, but also the "impact on the future."

He not only has the ability to judge people, but also has a foresight for the future.

Moreover, Hei Yuming always has a sense of "secret confidence", making people feel that the future will move in the direction he says.

However, the two of them have been completely convinced by Kuroba Akira. Although they are a little jealous, they are more proud of their best friend and wish Haoaiyuan Menghui's illustrations a great success in advance.

"Well, after hearing what Mingjun said, I also think Mengmeng can become an illustrator who leads the era. Everyone will agree with your illustrations. Congratulations, Mengmeng."

After the class monitor finished speaking, Shirai Shiori also walked over and held her hand.

"Yes, Mengmeng, I'm really happy for you too. The hobby you've been pursuing is finally coming to fruition... Now it's my turn to catch up with you."

After receiving congratulations from her two best friends in life, Moe Aizono, who has well-developed tear glands, felt a lump in her throat and almost burst into tears.

“Woo…hiss…huh…”

At this time, she took a deep breath and calmed herself down, and then she held back her tears.

If it were before, she would have definitely burst into tears, but she held back because she noticed that Hei Yuming seemed to have something else to say.

With Shirai Shiori holding her hand, Aizono Moe looked at Kuroba Akira, like a loyal dog waiting for his master's orders, waiting for his next words.

Originally, Hei Yuming was watching the touching moment of her three best friends, but suddenly she found that everyone's attention was focused on her again.

Huh? Are you guys continuing? Why are you all looking over here all of a sudden...

Although he felt that now was not the time for him to speak, the three of them seemed to be waiting for him to speak, so Hei Yuming gritted his teeth and finished what he wanted to say.

"Uh, ahem...but the important thing is to maintain this quality in the future. Only a stable output can help you gain a firm foothold in the illustration industry. So, Menghui, you have to remember this coloring feeling well and try to stick to this style."

In fact, it was just a cold shower to prevent her from getting too proud of herself. After analyzing Moe Aizono's personality yesterday, Kuroba Ming had understood that he should praise her less and criticize her more, hitting her where she deserves.

As expected, Aizono Moe was greatly encouraged, even her eyes became brighter, and she was full of fighting spirit.

"Yes! I will keep working hard!"

"Very good, let's give each other a high five, and keep up the good work!"

"Oh!"

Kuroba Akira stretched out his hand to her, and Aizono Moe immediately pulled her hand out of Shirai Shiori's hand, and couldn't wait to high-five Kuroba Akira. After the high-five, she didn't rush to separate, but continued to stick close for a while.

Just like a good dog who immediately puts out his hand when his owner says "reach out", she is waiting for praise from his owner.

Shirai Shiori stared blankly at the palm of her hand...Aisono Moe had never taken the initiative to break free from her hand.

At this moment, Aizono Moe's hand was on Kuroba Akira's hand.

What's going on with this feeling of being dumped...?

Why does it hurt so much...

Chapter 186: The Literature and Art Department's Joys and Sorrows Are Not Shared

Perhaps in the eyes of outsiders, Aizono Moe's attitude has not changed significantly. She still looks weak and is very respectful to Kuroba Akira, and even has a bit of a flattering attitude.

But Shiori Shirai, who had been with her all the time, immediately noticed the change.

Mengmeng's attitude towards Mingjun seems to be different.

In the past, she would never have responded so actively to a high-five from a boy, because after all, it would involve touching hands.

Because the other person is a boy, she will definitely hesitate at first, then lower her head and remain silent because of shyness, and finally nothing will happen.

Even though she can now accept Kuroba Ming physically, she blushed and was at a loss when Kuroba Ming held her hand not long ago, but now she can actively respond to Kuroba Ming's clapping and doesn't mind touching him all the time...

This is a bit too much for Mengmeng!

Then Shiori Shirai naturally thought of what happened yesterday.

Could it be that Hei Yuming didn't just discover Mengmeng in a mess, but was also involved in the process of how she became like that?

Just like I have taken off my clothes and my inner self-esteem, so now the distance between me and him has shortened.

It's very likely that she let it slip in front of him... And given Mingjun's personality, he would help Mengmeng cover up and help her deal with the aftermath... Mengmeng would be deeply grateful to him, and her favorability towards Mingjun would increase significantly...

This is probably the general process. Shirai Shiori still believes that with Moe Aizono's personality, it is unlikely that anything too extreme will happen between her and Kuroba Akira.

But is it necessary to hide it from even your best friend?

She was originally a little resentful, but Shirai Shiori changed her mind and realized that she had not shared what happened in her room that day with the other two people in the literature club.

Although it was nominally to avoid misunderstandings, it is undeniable that Shirai Shiori did have selfish motives and wanted to keep this matter a secret between her and Kuroba Akira.

So, Mengmeng must have experienced something equally embarrassing and difficult to talk about, which is why she's reluctant to tell the whole truth... So, does Mengmeng feel the same way? Does she also want to keep it a secret between the two of us?

So, does Mengmeng also have a good impression of Mingjun?

Then who should I support?

No, before I want to support Tong or Mengmeng... I can't clear myself...

Why did the interpersonal relationships in the Arts Club become so chaotic just because there was one more man...

In this extremely conflicted mood, Shirai Shiori frowned and hugged her head.

Kuroba Ming also noticed that Aizono Moeie, who was reluctant to let go of her hand, seemed to be waiting for him to speak, so he simply praised her.

"Well done, Ganbaddie (悍張って)!"

"hey-hey……"

After receiving the praise she wanted, Aizono Moehui withdrew her hand with a silly smile.

But verbal praise alone could not satisfy her 'appetite'.

She wanted more rewards.

"Um, Kuroba-kun... since my drawing is good... can I ask you for some 'reward'?"

This was the first time in her life that Aiyuan Menghui took the initiative to ask a boy for something. She felt her heart pounding, with nervousness and excitement.

When Hei Yuming heard the word "reward", the first thing that came to his mind was naturally small amounts of money, so he said it in a very vulgar way.

"Don't worry, the royalties won't come until the novel is released. The contract states that the payment will be made monthly, so you won't get your share of the money until December at the earliest."

"Um... I don't mean money..."

Unable to convey her meaning correctly, Aizono Moeie lowered her head in embarrassment, looking at her index finger.

From the very beginning, Aizono Moehui never thought about making money through illustration. After all, drawing illustrations was just her hobby, and what she really wanted to do was draw comics.

"The reward I'm talking about is... the kind that can be redeemed right now..."

Seeing Aizono Moe's hesitant look, Shirai Shiori knew that her best friend had indeed opened her heart to Kuroba Akira.

Because this is the "relaxing feeling" that can only be found in Moe Aizono's room at home.

Often at this time, Aizono Menghui will let down all her guard and become a child who loves to act coquettishly, which is referred to as the "coquettish" state.

Generally, Aizono Moeie will fall into this state when she suffers a heavy blow or experiences great joy.

The main manifestation is that they will be very "clingy", in the physical sense of the word, just like a kitten that will actively ask for touch and hug, and actively seek to be close to others.

However, in all these years of getting along, that was the look that only a true best friend like me could see. Lian Tong and even her family had never seen it.

Because she often went to Moe Aisono's house to play, Shirai Shiori knew that Moe Aisono's mother was a very traditional Japanese woman. She actually didn't support Moe Aisono's focus on painting, and hoped that Moe Aisono could focus on her studies.

Perhaps in Aizono's mother's eyes, Anri Hitomi is the most perfect daughter.

However, because Aiyuan's father dotes on his daughter very much, Aiyuan Menghui is able to continue to focus on her interest in painting.

But Aiyuan Menghui also knows that her mother doesn't like her to draw, so she rarely draws when she is at home, and she always appears to be well-behaved, but she is actually quite depressed inside.

So when Shiori Shirai went to Aizono's house to play, Aizono Moe would often enter the "coquettish" state.

This is also the reason why Aizono Moe is particularly attached to Shiori Shirai and always follows her around. It's not only because Shiori Shirai is protecting her, but also because Shiori Shirai is her only "venting window".

So it was the first time that Shirai Shiori saw Mengmeng look so "relaxed" in front of "outsiders".

As a good friend, Shirai Shiori understood at a glance that she wanted to act coquettishly towards Kuroba Akira... Oh... it was really frustrating to watch.

In the end, Shirai Shiori couldn't help but sigh and said to Kuroba Akira.

"Mingjun, give Mengmeng a reward, just pat her on the head."

"Huh? A pat on the head... like this?"

Kuroba Akira raised his hand and placed it on top of Aizono Moe's head, making a stroking gesture.

Seeing Shirai Shiori nod, Kuroba Akira asked Moe Aizono in front of him.

"Menghui, is this kind of reward okay?"

Aizono Moeie didn't expect Shiori to help her ask for a reward, and even let her see through what she wanted. She felt embarrassed and grateful, and finally lowered her head a little embarrassedly and admitted it.

“Ah, um…! Yes, yes… thank you… um… well… please… do it!”

Why are you using honorifics? And what's going on with your head raised with a determined look and your eyes closed? Are you asking for a kiss? Just a head pat, right?

But it’s a pat on the head again…why say again?

That's of course because Kuroba Akira has already touched the head of the class monitor and Shirai Shiori, so now the three people in the literature club have completed the head-touching achievement.

Since she herself said that it was okay to do it, Hei Yuming naturally touched her head without hesitation.

It's very good. The hair is soft and thick, and the feel of the natural curls is also very interesting.

"ひひひ...hehe..."

Aizono Moeie couldn't help but let out a low, silly laugh again. This time, the smile remained on her face and she couldn't stop laughing.

The other two people looked at this scene, appearing calm on the surface, but feeling very uncomfortable in their hearts.

The more Kuroba Akira likes other members, the more frustrated Asato Hitomi feels. She is the captain but is outshined by the other members, and she is very unwilling to accept this.

Shirai Shiori was a little worried.

She knew this best friend who grew up with her very well. She was very late in maturing and was slow to react to matters of the heart. So she thought Mengmeng was probably just like herself, not sure whether this affection was real love or not, and she might not even be aware of it.

She was just instinctively getting close to Hei Yuming like a small animal getting close to a human.

Moreover, Moe Aizono is unable to think rationally like herself, but is very emotional, so when she realized that she liked Kuroba Akira, even Shirai Shiori didn't know what she would become.

We were close friends who had grown up together, but because of a man, we became someone I wasn't familiar with...

Kuroha Akira, the man Hitomi brought back... and he even said he wasn't here to start a harem! He's so popular!

But the most annoying thing is...

Shirai Shiori now actually thinks it is normal that he is popular.

After all, he is really good.

And it will probably be difficult to meet another man as good as him... simply because a true friend is hard to find.

Now Shiori Shirai can finally understand the feelings of those heroines in romance novels who love a man madly.

It's... terrible.