Kasumigaoka Utaha: Teacher Izumi, I've always had a question.
Izumi Masamune: What question?
Kasumigaoka Utaha: It's why you can maintain such a fast update speed without the quality dropping?
Izumi Masamune: Isn't it because I'm forced to?
Kasumigaoka Utaha: Forced to?
Izumi Masamune: Yes, if you work hard enough, Kasumigaoka Utaha Sensei can do it too.
The industry's usual update intensity isn't very high; a volume typically has around 100,000 characters. For some, it's incredibly easy. Of course, with ample time, the quality of the writing generally tends to be higher.
If it weren't for the promotion and publishing taking some effort, he could actually be even faster.
"Practice makes perfect, huh? That's true. As for why Izumi-sensei feels pressured, it should be..."
Kasumigaoka Utaha received her answer, and it didn't surprise her.
Compared to when she serialized on the website, her typing speed is much faster now. More often, it's the problem with her ideas that limits her speed.
Sometimes, after writing a plot segment, if she's not satisfied, she'll delete it and rewrite it, which wastes even more time.
This is one aspect where she truly admires Izumi Masamune.
Next, she followed her usual routine, asking him to evaluate the story for the second volume of her love metronome.
...
"She's improving so fast. Kasumigaoka Utaha is truly talented, although I do deserve some credit for it..."
Izumi Chihiro exclaimed with emotion after finishing the manuscript.
His initial guidance not only helped Kasumigaoka Utaha avoid detours but also ignited her competitive spirit, causing her progress to surpass the limitations of her original talent.
This kind of improvement is probably more significant than all of Yamada Elf's insights from several years of writing.
"Ah, that's not the right way to put it. It seems Yamada Elf-sensei still writes like an elementary schooler; it hasn't really changed..."
Izumi Chihiro realized his inappropriate description and quickly corrected himself.
Due to their recent meeting, out of curiosity, he had briefly looked into Yamada Elf's background and discovered that her "explosive flame dark elf," which he couldn't even read the first volume of, was actually nearing two years of serialization!
From a sales perspective, the sales of new volumes have consistently been maintained, which means that despite the poor reviews, there are still plenty of people reading it!
One can only say, there are indeed many perverts...
To be fair, if Kuroneko could learn that kind of suggestive writing, add some descriptive techniques that fit the XP, and find a good illustrator, making money would be no problem.
"Let's forget about it. The current Kuroneko is looking at the mainstream fantasy light novel style I designed for her. Even if it doesn't reach the potential million-selling works like "explosive flame dark elf," it should still start with 500,000 sales. Any higher will depend on her opportunities and efforts..."
Izumi Chihiro shook his head, giving up the idea of making her change her approach.
Since it's already decided, there's no need to change it, to avoid any unexpected issues.
"The situation for both 'disciples' is excellent; it makes me, their master, feel very proud."
Izumi Chihiro suddenly smiled.
"Alright, now it's time to continue my work..."
After organizing the recent events in his mind, he emptied his thoughts and delved into writing the second volume of Re:zero - Starting Life In Another World.
Everyday life became dull and monotonous again. Besides going to and from school daily, the only time he felt any enjoyment was when he was writing.
About a month later, he completed his work. After sending the second volume to Machida Sonoko, this time there were no obstacles or changes needed, and it directly entered the promotion and printing stages.
The release date was set for a day in mid-to-late August.
However, a small interlude occurred before that.
"Chihiro, Sagiri, we rarely have free time. How about we go to the fireworks festival?"
Izumi Kotetsu asked.
"I'm fine with it, of course."
Izumi Chihiro chose his usual reply.
As for Sagiri, she was incredibly excited.
"I want to go! I want to go!"
His sister raised her hand and shouted loudly.
She had only seen it in TV animations and had never experienced it firsthand.
"Then our family should have a good time. This is a rare opportunity."
Mrs. Izumi smiled happily.
After all, that matter had been in preparation since half a year ago, and next year there would be no opportunity.
On the brightly decorated street.
"Ni-san, do I look good?"
Sagiri appeared before him in a cherry blossom-colored yukata, then twirled around.
Her small figure swayed in his eyes, and her beautiful silver hair danced with her movement.
"You look good. Sagiri is so cute; she naturally looks good in anything she wears."
Izumi Chihiro praised her.
"Hehehe..."
Sagiri giggled foolishly.
"Sagiri, Chihiro, hurry and catch up."
A call came from ahead.
"We're coming right away!"
Izumi Chihiro replied.
Sagiri, on the other hand, directly grabbed his hand and ran forward.
"Ni-san, let's go quickly."
Under the firelight of the lanterns, the girl's smiling face was even more captivating.
'I want to protect such a smile for a lifetime!'
Izumi Chihiro couldn't help but be moved.
"It's not time yet. You two go play first, but Chihiro, you must keep a close eye on Sagiri and don't let your sister get lost."
They arrived at the viewing area only to find they were too early. Izumi Kotetsu noticed his impatient daughter and made arrangements.
"I won't get lost," Sagiri said, looking up.
"I'm not a child anymore!"
"Mm, I know," Izumi Chihiro nodded, leading his sister away.
At the gathering, the crowd was lively.
The various snack stalls dazzled Sagiri, filling her with continuous surprises.
Suddenly, her eyes lit up, and she walked towards a stall...
"Darn it, this paper is too thin!" Sagiri complained, looking at the small hole in the net she held.
"Otherwise, if I let everyone take a goldfish, what would I earn?" The stall owner chuckled to himself.
"Forget it, I'm not playing anymore!" Sagiri decided to give up.
"Let me try," Izumi Chihiro stepped forward.
He had played this game a few times before, so he had accumulated some experience. After a few tries, he successfully caught a goldfish.
"Sagiri, here you go," Izumi Chihiro handed her the water balloon bag.
"Thank you, Ni-san!" Sagiri's smile bloomed again.
After another half an hour of strolling, it was time, and the two prepared to return to the viewing area.
Sagiri held the water balloon bag with the goldfish in one hand and cotton candy in the other. She then extended her pink tongue and licked the cotton candy.
"So sweet," she said, a look of enjoyment on her face, turning her head to look at her brother's profile.
This might be the sweetest day of the year!
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