Tokyo life starting with painting.

Chapter 419 She Will Not Become This Kind of Editor (4000 words)
Inexplicably, Higashino Division has an additional Junji Ito as an apprentice.

Although I don't know whether this Ito Junji is fake or real, but no matter what, Nakano Yusaki is quite talented.

Especially when it comes to drawing horror comics. She feels very handy.

Whether it's Sadako in "Midnight Ring" or Zobo Kayako in "The Grudge", she can draw according to her own understanding-and there is no template feeling at all.

This surprised Higashino.

It is easy for people to fall into templates like the standard template of the white-clothed female ghost in Japanese movies.

After all, most of these images are in white clothes, pale complexion, twisted hands and feet.
And Yusaki Nakano, a manga newcomer, can actually draw the same character setting with different feelings based on his own understanding, which is really commendable.

Qianxia Yamagami also told Higashino Division that the object of Nakano Yusaki's manga practice at the beginning was his "Midnight Ring" character Sadako
At that time, Higashino didn't care about it. Now it seems that it is Junji Ito's talent bonus?
Higashino thought to himself.

"Let's continue to observe."

Although Higashinoji is quite concerned about the pseudonym 'Ito Junji', it is useless to think about it now.

Rather than thinking about things, he might as well continue to pay attention to Nakano Yusaki's next development.

After all, Arisaki Nakano is really related to the master of Japanese horror comics in his previous life.
Her talent should be revealed soon.

And there is still such a long time to make "Spirited Away". During this period of time, we can also see what is going on with Arisaki Nakano.

Of course Higashino was not in a hurry.

The days went on like this. While making "Spirited Away", Higashino would also find some time to guide Nakano Yusaki from time to time.

But this guidance is very limited, he no longer taught each other hand in hand like he did at the beginning.

If he really has the talent of Junji Ito. If he over-directs, it will be detrimental to the growth of Arisaki Nakano.

It's like planting a tree. If a tree can really grow straight, you don't have to think of ways to straighten it—it's easy to make it grow crooked.

Higashino has such a free-ranging attitude towards Nakano Yusaki.

This made Nakano Yusaki think she had done something wrong, and Higashinoji didn't care to teach herself at all.

This made her couldn't help wiping her mouth and scratching her cheeks, and she wanted to ask Dong Yesi what was going on.
It's just that every time she went to ask, Dong Yesi always smiled and didn't answer.

Arisaki Nakano was even more confused.

However, she was confused, and she still had to continue painting "The Grudge".

From the killing of Shunsuke Kobayashi in the first episode, to the introduction of how Saboka Coconut was killed and how it became a "curse" after the second episode
This process was restored by Nakano Yusaki with ingenious brushwork.

And because he learned from Higashinoji when he first drew manga, Nakano Yusaki's comics also carry some shadows of Higashinoji.

The painting is good, plus there is the shadow of Higashinoji's brushwork, many readers are willing to buy it, and at the same time, they are a little curious about who is this "Ito Junji" and how the newcomers are so good at painting - secretly read this manga at night , I really feel a chill in my heart.

There was a lot of discussion in the comment area, most of which were based on praise.

Some people even set up support groups for "The Grudge" on the Internet.

This supporter is a bit too much.

You must know that Yusaki Nakano is still a newcomer in manga, so she has so many supporters.
It made Higashino wonder if it was Hosokawa Koharu who paid someone to create momentum for Nakano Yusaki.

He made a special trip to ask Hosokawa Koharu about this matter, and got a reply that "all of them were organized spontaneously".

it is good.

Dong Yesi was relieved a lot.

Arisaki Nakano has only stepped into the industry for half a leg, and it is unhealthy to start spending money to build momentum.

At that time, Arisaki Nakano doesn't want to rely on the quality of his works, but only on money and connections to solve problems. It won't be a good thing.

Higashino was relieved, and didn't care much about Nakano Yusaki's situation, and started making his own "Spirited Away".

The work here is piled up like a mountain.

For example, the design of the oil house.

Although Higashino Division gave a manuscript, the design and function of each floor of the oil house had to be finalized after discussion with Yano Ryuichi and the others.

Another example is the famous scene of the water train driving on the water in "Spirited Away".

These all need to be solved by Dong Yesi, the highest painting skill in Dong Ye Studio.

He shifted his attention again, did not continue to pay attention to Nakano Yusaki's situation, and devoted himself to the production of "Spirited Away".

At this time, you can no longer be distracted.

Meanwhile, on the other side, Hosokawa Koharu's office.

"Huh? Higashino-sensei's new manga?"

Hosokawa Koharu, who was dealing with Higashino's web comics, immediately put down the data sheet in his hand when he heard the question from Editor-in-Chief Urashima.

The cartoonist's new comic update question.

This is a big problem that countless manga editors have to face.

Some cartoonists will always enter a period of confusion after finishing or being cut off from their serials, that is, they don’t know what themes to draw or what kind of protagonist to design. This is something that every creator will face. right puzzle.

And in this confused period, it is even more difficult for the editor to let the cartoonist find out the theme of the new work.

Some comic book authors haven't even released their new works for a year or two after the serialization ends. This is of course a very small number.

It is also jokingly called in the editorial circle that 'the period of confusion for cartoonists is the period of confusion for editors'.

but--

"There's no need to worry about that at all."

Hosokawa Koharu replied cheerfully.

For her, Hosokawa Koharu, this problem of editor and manga author is nothing to care about at all.

Yes.

If it is another manga author, then Hosokawa Koharu may have to worry about it.

But Higashino Division is different!
Hosokawa Koharu has been working with Higashino Division for three years.

After three years of cooperation, she can be said to know Higashino Division very well.

First, he drew "Unnatural Death" for three weeks, and directly won the title of national-level manga for forensic detectives, and then drew "Naoki Hansawa" for another week, winning the title of Japan's No. [-] manga.

This speed!This quality!

Confused period?
Do you think Higashino Division will have a period of confusion?
To be honest, if you want to say that Higashino Division will have a period of confusion, it is better to follow the trend of the past few years and believe that '2012 is the end of the world'.

If it weren't for the fact that the editor-in-chief Urashima was Hosokawa Koharu's immediate boss, Hosokawa Koharu would have almost thrown away the phrase 'unconscious, talking nonsense'.

She Hosokawa Koharu has been working with Higashino Division for three years!
Three full years!

"Is there really no big problem?" The editor-in-chief Urashima touched his chin on the other side of the phone: "Mr. Higashino hasn't moved in the past few weeks."

He is also aware of the situation of Higashino Division, and he is indeed an author who does not need to worry about the editor at all.

But yeah.
It has been three or four weeks, and there is no news from Higashino Division, which of course makes people feel uneasy.

"Then let me ask a question today."

Although he felt that the editor-in-chief Urashima was worrying unfoundedly, Hosokawa Koharu didn't say anything more.

At worst, just ask Mr. Higashino what's going on.

However, Hosokawa Koharu felt that there was a high probability that Higashino Division would suddenly come up with seven or eight works and let her pick and choose.

She is too familiar with Higashinoji's routine.

Sometimes she even wondered if Higashinoji was teasing her, just wanted to see her shocked appearance.

but now.
"I won't be fooled."

Hosokawa Koharu hummed twice, cleared the table a little, and walked towards Higashinoji.

After about five or six minutes.

"Huh? No new works?!"

Hosokawa Koharu opened her mouth wide, looking at Higashinoji who was smiling in front of her, she couldn't help rubbing her ears, did she hear wrong?

What did Tonoji say?

How could the words "unprepared works" come out of his mouth?
This is not scientific at all!

Hosokawa Koharu didn't expect that he was already mentally prepared, but he was still taken aback by Higashino Tsukasa.

"What's wrong? Is there any problem? Editor Hosokawa?"

Higashino Division looked at Hosokawa Koharu in confusion, wondering if the other party was making a fuss.

He remembered that Tomishima Publishing gave authors whose serialization had ended a lot of time to prepare new works.

Why is "Hansawa Naoki" on his side only finished for three or four weeks, and there is no new work, and Hosokawa Koharu over there is already shocked?

Are the rules of Fushima Publishing House so strict?
"Uh, there's nothing wrong with that."

Hosokawa Koharu also realized that his reaction just now seemed a bit exaggerated.

But honestly.
There's really nothing wrong with this exaggeration.

You know this is Higashino Division!

Higashino Division has not produced a work for several weeks, which has not happened once in three years.

It's like eating and drinking water, which everyone takes for granted.

But one day, you suddenly jumped out and told everyone that some people don’t need to eat or drink. Naturally, some people were surprised. Is there such a thing?

Hosokawa Koharu is in this state of mind now.

But she thought about it.
and many more!

Isn't this the time for her to use her editing skills?
Higashino has no good subjects to draw, no good ideas, of course she has to help as an editor!

It's better to say that we must help!

Because this is the first time Higashino has encountered trouble!

"I have been tied to my thigh by Mr. Higashino for a long time, and I have never helped him. Now I finally have a chance!"

Hosokawa Koharu thought to himself.

From "Midnight Ring" to "The Winner Is Justice", and then to Banze and Unnatural Death
She was literally being taken flying in the sky by the fighter plane of Higashino Division!

She has also always tried to fulfill her editorial responsibilities.

Now the opportunity is in front of her!
Absolutely can't let it go!

Thinking of this, Hosokawa Koharu's demeanor suddenly changed, and he looked very gentle: "Teacher Higashino, did you encounter any difficulties?"

"Ok?"

Her momentum and expression changed so quickly that Higashino couldn't get used to it: "I don't have any difficulties."

"How can it be possible to not come up with new works for three or four weeks without difficulty?"

"It's my fault."

"What's the reason for Mr. Higashino? Is it difficult?"

Hosokawa Koharu's aggressiveness caused Higashino Division to have an illusion.

He wondered if Hosokawa Koharu just wanted to see something wrong with him.

how can that be possible?
Higashino shook his head, put this idea out of his mind, and then replied: "Actually, it's the production of "Spirited Away"."

He continued to add: "Spirited Away is still in production, and as the main artist, it is difficult for me to spare time to draw manga."

That's right.

This is the most important reason why Higashino Division can't come up with comics.

"Spirited Away" takes time to produce, and it still takes a lot of time. Of course, he doesn't have time to paint anymore.

He is also a mortal, with a mortal body, and he is not a three-headed and six-armed man. He can really draw manga with two hands, draw original paintings with two hands, and use two hands to complete other tasks by the way.
As early as the serialization of "Hansawa Naoki" and the production of "Spirited Away", Higashino already felt a little strenuous.

If this goes on like this, he won't be able to take care of both ends.

So he decided to temporarily stop writing comics and focus on the production of "Spirited Away".

Hard to say what is the difficulty.
That's just not enough time.

"Isn't there enough time?"

Hearing Higashinoji's words, Hosokawa Koharu had a surprised expression.

I couldn't help but look Dong Yesi up and down.

It was the first time she heard the words 'not enough time' from Higashino Division.

In her view, and even the entire editorial department of Fushima Publishing House, Higashinoji is like a printer that can automatically spit out paper and manga manuscripts.

Have you heard that the printer can't spit out paper?

Of course I haven't heard of it.

"Don't show that expression, editor Hosokawa, I'm not a real printer."

Higashino Division joked a little funny.

He knew his reputation in the editorial department.

Many editors secretly call him Dongye Printer, thinking that he can produce a complete manga manuscript for you as long as he goes to the toilet.

but.
It's just impossible to think about.

Higashinoji only benefited from the help of the system, and he was considered a little talented, so he could draw very quickly.

The name of the printer is completely non-existent.

"In short, this is my current situation. I should not contribute to manga at Fushima Publishing House for the time being. I also hope that editor Hosokawa can tell editor-in-chief Urashima."

Higashino responded politely.

His attitude is obvious, he must finish making "Spirited Away" before he will consider submitting it.

This point, Hosokawa Koharu is quite understandable.

Although urging authors to serialize comics is her main responsibility as an editor.

But she couldn't really put a knife on Dong Yesi's neck and force him to draw manga, could she?

Hosokawa Koharu had heard of such an editor.

It is said that an editor has been put down by the author for a long time, and the company's seniors ridiculed him, saying that he can't even pull the author back.

Accumulated for a long time, this honest editor was really moved to kill.

It was a big deal at the time.

But Hosokawa Koharu is confident.

She will not become this editor.

　Thanks to Zhonghua Yimin, Pitaya Nova, and Fate Qiansheng for their rewards!Thank you so much!
　　
　
(End of this chapter)