When Natsuki Subaru and Emilia both faced death...
"Senior truly never forgets his original intention."
Kani Nayuta rubbed her forehead, her tone doting.
By now, she was no longer shocked by such plots, unless the death was particularly unique, enough to rival Mami Tomoe's incident...
As for now, this was already considered the Old Thief's usual operation, it no longer scared people!
What's more, this time it looked like a Sword , but it actually wasn't.
At the end of the first volume, after a tumultuous story, it finally reached a perfect ending.
"However, Senior described the fear of death very well, but another point is more easily overlooked, isn't it? From a reader's perspective, the protagonist's actions are all reasonable, but in the eyes of others who don't retain memories of the loops, things become subtle..."
Kani Nayuta could already imagine that such a sense of division would inevitably appear in future story plots.
But if she could think of it, Senior should be able to as well, right?
"Hmm... I suddenly feel like chatting with Senior for a while."
Idly stroking her chin, the Silver-haired Girl, after thinking it over, couldn't suppress the idea in her heart.
...
"This style of otherworld, although the time-based setting is very novel and rare, from the description it also seems quite retro? It feels like some kind of epic fantasy story, paved with blood and grandeur, vastly different from the current mobile phone heroes, system players, and other 'Dragon Slayer' otherworld works... Izumi-sensei is really strong-willed, but this time everyone should have expected that with his style, he prefers to challenge higher difficulties, so it's not unexpected."
Gokou Ruri slowly closed the work titled "Re:zero - Starting Life In Another World," lost in thought.
"Unfortunately, with Izumi-sensei's writing style, I can't gain any experience at all."
She sighed again.
Izumi-sensei had told her that as a light novelist about to embark on a professional path, she needed to improve her abilities, be good at learning from others' strengths, and take what she needed from them.
Recently, with Nayuta's financial support, she had purchased many otherworld works, improving her appreciation skills in this area.
But it was clear that this level was still too high for her, for now.
"This one is..."
Gokou Ruri re-entered her study phase and then picked up a work titled "Explosive Flame Dark Elf."
"This is the number one work on the Oricon chart?"
After reading the first volume, Gokou Ruri scratched her head, her expression odd.
Because of its good sales, she had ordered a set, but there was nothing in it that particularly caught her eye.
Nope, absolutely nothing.
This was completely a trashy work!
"Or am I being too critical?"
Gokou Ruri was a little worried that she had developed this bad habit, so she consulted an industry insider.
Izumi Masamune: Is there a possibility that it's just that 'trashy'?
Kuro Neko: But its sales are quite good, and it even topped the Oricon chart!
Izumi Masamune: If it were the old Kuro Neko, she would definitely think this was toilet paper, but now you've fallen into a limited way of thinking.
Izumi Masamune: As I told you before, it's actually not that difficult to debut and have certain sales. As long as the writing is barely passable, plus good illustrations, it has a chance to sell well, after all, this world doesn't lack 'novice readers.' You just need to grasp the market and cater to them to make a living.
Izumi Masamune: However, having this awareness also shows that Kuro Neko has begun to view problems from an author's perspective. It seems your debut day is not far off!
Kuro Neko: Thank you, Sensei, for your blessings and clarification.
"I see."
Gokou Ruri nodded, then looked at "explosive flame dark elf" again.
"If a Sensei Yamada can sell well with a work like this, then can't I do it too?"
Her heart was instantly filled with inspiration.
Miss Elf, who was playing games at home, suddenly sneezed, feeling inexplicably offended.
...
The next day, many comments appeared online.
["As expected, a tear-jerker, but I didn't expect it to start so early in the first volume…"]
["This time, it's even more immersive. The powerless struggle, the panic before death—this is probably how an ordinary person would fare in another world. Thankfully, they can start over."]
["Otherworld work X Old Thief's otherworld work √"]
["This familiar style instantly awakened my genes!"]
["Emilia is so cute! I declare silver hair is the best hair color for a two-dimensional female character!"]
["Damn it, after all that trouble, his guts were pulled out several times, and it was all just for a name. I'm truly impressed… A pervert with no guts! If it were me, I'd definitely make Emilia do this and that."]
["Enough, upstairs. Isn't that just how otaku are? You wouldn't think you're very brave, would you? Try finding a girlfriend first?"]
["The first volume ended perfectly, a small surprise. The Old Thief still has principles."]
["A time loop story, and an otherworld one at that, I'm definitely following this…!"]
Umezono Residence.
"Hana, what do you think of Izumi-sensei's otherworld work?"
Usami Suzune asked with great concern.
There's a competition for the Literary Club recently, and she was worried it might affect Hana's mood.
"I've always disliked weak protagonists because they can't directly participate in combat, but… if it's this kind of design, I think I can understand Izumi-sensei's intentions."
Senju Muramasa's tone shifted.
Strength of mind is also a kind of strength.
In this cycle of death, constantly experiencing the feeling of death, Natsuki Subaru will eventually become a true strong person. He doesn't need inherent strength; using strategy to overcome challenges is also a victory.
This was her line of thinking.
A rather flexible set of standards.
"Mhm mhm…"
Usami Suzune nodded repeatedly, too lazy to point out the young girl's somewhat double-standard criteria.
In any case, as long as you're happy.
"Oh, by the way, Hana, how are your preparations for the article needed for the recent competition?"
She asked again.
"I've already decided."
Senju Muramasa nodded.
"Can I see it?"
Usami Suzune asked again.
"I've already given it to the teacher."
Senju Muramasa shook her head.
"Is that so? That's a shame… It seems I'll only be able to see it at the awards ceremony."
Usami Suzune said without a hint of doubt.
Senju Muramasa refocused her attention on the novel.
That kind of thing isn't important.
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💯 PS = 2 bonus chapter