"Making a film? So you want me to be the script supervisor?"
Junkichi was suddenly a little overwhelmed. He had heard of films from Fontaine, but his work was only relatively famous in Inazuma City. Was this really okay?
"Yes, I've read 'Ghost Martial Arts.' Although the settings are a bit complex, the plot design is quite good." Xavier nodded.
Being praised by a director, even though he had never heard of this director, Junkichi was still very happy.
However, he was still somewhat concerned about his own abilities. After all, every profession was like a mountain apart, and he had never understood anything related to films.
"Then I... can I try?"
"Emmm, alright. Why don't you write an opening for me first, and I'll see how it is."
Xavier thought carefully and decided to follow Junkichi's suggestion and let him try first.
"Of course. Do you have a plot outline and character personality settings? And what style of opening do you want?" Junkichi asked.
"I have both the plot outline and character settings, but as for the style of the opening... I haven't thought about it carefully yet."
"So, that means I have free rein, right?"
"Mm."
"Okay, I understand. Then tell me about the settings and such first. I can give you a first draft in about half an hour."
"Great! Then let's find a place and talk slowly."
And so, the two like-minded individuals walked directly towards the Kiminami Restaurant, leaving the somewhat bewildered Traveler and Amao behind.
"Ah... they just left? Does that mean our commission is complete?" Paimon asked in confusion.
"Probably... I guess?" Lumine was also a bit unsure, after all, they just left without saying anything.
"I think you can go directly to the Adventurers' Guild to collect your Reward," Amao suddenly said. "As his editor, I know Junkichi's writing level. Although he always likes to rely on adding settings to push the plot, he's excellent at openings."
"He attracted many readers with a good opening back then. Otherwise, with his somewhat cliché plot, he wouldn't have been able to stay popular in Inazuma City."
Besides, doesn't your director have an outline? If so, Junkichi just needs to fill in the flesh on the skeleton of the outline, and it will be perfectly fine."
"Oh! I see!"
Amao's words enlightened the Traveler and Paimon. It was good that there were no problems. Running around with the other party all the time, even with a Reward, would be annoying.
After understanding the issue, the Traveler and Paimon went straight to the Adventurers' Guild. They were eager to get their Primogems, even though this item was seen as mere pebbles by the people of Teyvat Continent.
On the other side, after a brief discussion, Xavier and Junkichi decided to film the movie in a documentary-like style.
And the protagonist of the film, of course, was Shiki. However, although it was a documentary, all the information revealed was already well-known to the public.
Furthermore, Xavier set her birthplace as a small village in Inazuma, after all, the protagonist's prototype was Shiki, and it couldn't be entirely based on the girl.
"But speaking of which, since it's in the documentary style you mentioned, isn't the female protagonist's ability you set too outrageous?" Junkichi complained.
"A pair of eyes that can see the death of all things; as long as she follows the lines and cuts, she can destroy everything. I wouldn't dare to write such an exaggerated setting."
"Hehe, that is indeed outrageous, but reality is often more exaggerated than fantasy. There is someone in Inazuma City who possesses these eyes, and she is also the prototype of this work." Xavier smiled rather mysteriously.
"She is the Side Attendant, Shiki, who is currently in her prime alongside the Raiden Shogun."
"Of course, I already sought her opinion and obtained her authorization before starting the filming project, so you don't have to worry about the risk of being sued."
"Oh, oh, I understand. So, simply put, the main story is about a girl who has mastered swordsmanship and cannot bear to see the common people suffer, thus saving Inazuma, right?"
"Exactly!"
...I have an idea. Wait for me a moment."
Junkichi only thought for a moment, and an idea came to him. He took out his pen and paper and began to write on the table.
As a writer, it was essential to go out for inspiration, and carrying paper and pen was also to record ideas.
Before long, he had written an opening, which also included detailed scene descriptions and narration serving as background introduction.
"Done!"
"Come, let me see!"
Xavier took Junkichi's notebook and read it carefully.
"Hmm, not bad. Let's go with this for the opening, but it still needs to be polished and have some details added. We can start filming tomorrow."
"Hehe, I guarantee your satisfaction. Just leave the script to me!"
Junkichi said, patting his chest. This was a film, much more advanced than light novels. Films from Fontaine were adapted into stage plays in Inazuma!
He never thought that one day he would be able to participate in the production of a film, but then he thought of a problem.
"By the way... who will play the protagonist?"
On the day of the Vision Hunt Decree, Junkichi had seen the girl named Shiki from afar. He felt that her unique aura would be difficult for an ordinary person to portray.
But who knew, the next second Xavier gave him a completely unexpected answer.
"Of course, I'll let her play herself! The ethereal aura on Miss Ryougi cannot be acted."
"Huh? Did I hear that right? She actually agreed to participate in your film?" Junkichi widened his eyes.
Who was Shiki? A highly skilled Side Attendant, the dream lover in the hearts of countless young men and women in Inazuma. She just agreed to make a film with you?
"Heh, Miss Ryougi is just being kind to me," Xavier said, scratching his head. "After all, we've worked together before, and I believe her deeds should be known to the people of Inazuma and not be buried."
"Don't look at how glorious she is now. In fact, behind the scenes, she has put her heart and soul into making Inazuma better."
"Archons won't personally intervene everywhere, so all the aftermath work for Inazuma falls on her shoulders. It is said that she even plans to carry out some economic recovery."
"In short, these are very tiring and extremely important matters. Besides the Raiden Shogun, you all should also thank her properly." Xavier said with a serious expression.
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