Full-time cartoonist

"In the summer of 1993, during the Weekly Shōnen Jump manga awards, I accidentally saw a work that had been rejected, called "War between Gods and Humans."

"Yeah, it's a really ordinary work, with an inexplicable plot and poor storyboarding. I can't think of a specific battle scene. The battle is over after one shot. There are also a lot of words, which is very annoying to read. The close-ups of the characters are terrible. , all the same. It can be said that apart from the good drawing skills of "War between Gods and Humans", this comic has no merits."

Toriyama Kazuhiko kept talking, spitting everywhere, getting more and more excited, and Hibiki's face became darker and darker.

The dark history was told in public, and I couldn't stop it. I really wanted to dig a crack to get in.

Akira Toriyama was grinning in the audience. He had seen "Battle of Gods and Humans" and it was much worse than his debut film "Miscellaneous Rejack".

This disciple is getting stronger and stronger, and with his status, it is rare to see him in embarrassment.

Yamamura Shoudao pricked up his ears and listened very carefully.

The editor-in-chief of Torishima suddenly mentioned this matter. Could it be that the author of "War between Gods and Humans" is...

He suddenly wanted to laugh out loud.

"That's right, just as everyone thought," Torishima Kazuhiko said with a smile: "The author of "The War between Gods and Humans" is Mirai Tori Akino."

"Eh?" Everyone said in surprise.

This is Tori Akino Mirai.

Feeling that he was being questioned, Torishima Kazuhiko became stubborn and said, "The War between Gods and Humans is Tori Akino's debut novel."

He took out a document bag, pulled out a manuscript, and read it out.

"Don't..." Higashikata subconsciously stretched out a hand to stop him.

Akimiya Akemi pressed Higashino Hibiki's arm to ask him to be quieter, and at the same time, she pricked up her ears and listened curiously.

She doesn't even know this comic.

Torishima Kazuhiko spoke in the tone of poetry recitation, "Kurata Isi, you are the savior of mankind. The fate of defeating the gods is in your hands. Heaven and earth bear witness, I..."

Dongye Xiang's scalp was numb when he heard it. He covered his ears and buried his head in the flowers.

"Pfft." Akimiya Akemi covered her mouth and couldn't help laughing.

The guests who came off the stage also laughed in a friendly voice.

The scene was full of joyful atmosphere.

Eiichiro Oda opened his mouth wide, "It turns out that Tori Akino-sensei also has mediocre works."

Kishimoto Masashi also clenched his fists, not knowing what he was thinking.

"Hahaha." Yamamura Shoudao laughed.

The sound was so loud that it reached Higashikata's ears.

Higashino Hibiki looked over angrily and found that Yamamura Morado was doing it on purpose, he was venting.

Who knows the pain of mountain villages?

Ever since he started drawing comics, he has been suppressed by Tori Akino Mirai, and he has no hope of winning.

"Soul of Chess" and "Slam Dunk" are all works that are beyond his reach, and the recently completed "Millennium Actress" completely crushed him in terms of artistry.

Shancun Shoudao really wanted to sigh.

Even if there is a mountain village, how can there be birds in the autumn wilds?

Pain, so painful!

I can only take advantage of this moment to comfort my hurt heart.

Higashikata looked at Yamamura speechlessly.

Just like the teacher said when he was in school, he could see it clearly on the stage.

Yamamura laughed so loudly that his tonsils could be seen. Do you think he was so happy and happy?

His wife Hidemi Yamamura on the side pulled Yamamura Morido, and he restrained himself.

"Ahem, that's it," Torishima Kazuhiko finished with a smile under Higashino Hibiki's annoyed gaze.

His expression became serious: "That's how Tori Akino started, but he grew up rapidly in a short period of time. Two months later, I saw his new work, and the name of that work was-" "The Soul of Chess".

The wedding guests stood in awe.

This work, which has had a strong influence on society, is definitely a classic that will not fade as time goes by.

Tori Akino's growth in the future is amazing, as if he has changed into a different person.

"Every time I meet Tori Akino, I gain something new."

"After the completion of "Dragon Ball", "Soul of Chess" was Jump's most popular work for a period of time."

Yamamura Morichi pursed his lips and fell into memories. That was also the first time he felt despair.

"When "The Soul of the Game" was doing very well, Tori Akino chose to finish the work at the right time. This is something that many people can't understand."

"Then he pulled out his second film, which was Slam Dunk."

"Mirai Tori Akino has thus become a very popular cartoonist, the pillar of Jump, and the savior of Jump."

"Recalling his creative journey, I have to lament his growth and talent."

"I'm looking forward to his future works, which must be more wild and interesting comics."

The audience applauded.

Torishima Kazuhiko was reminiscing about the past with Higashino Hibiki, and only then did he remember that it was the wedding scene.

He quickly started speaking the language of blessing according to what he had learned on the fly.

The scene was proceeding in an orderly manner.

…

After the banquet was over, the cake was eaten, everyone's blessings were accepted, and the guests were sent away, Hibiki Higashino finally succeeded in marrying Akimiya Akemi at this time.

Dongye Xiang was overjoyed.

It was just the look in his father-in-law's eyes before leaving that made him shudder.

The Higashino family stayed, and when Hibiki Hibiki and Akimiya Akemi were inconvenienced, they ended the wedding perfectly as a host.

"Sister Qiugong, is this wedding too simple?"

Higashino Mei held Akimiya Akemi's arm and whispered softly, trying to defend Akimiya Akemi.

"You will call me Sister Higashino from now on." Akimiya Akemi said with a gentle smile, "As for this wedding, it was decided by me."

Higashino Mei opened her mouth in disbelief, "Why, this is a once-in-a-lifetime romance."

Akimiya Akemi shook her head, "I don't care about the wedding. As you know, comics are more important to Tono and to me."

Ichiro Higashino nodded heavily, he understood that Akimiya Akemi was so suitable for Hibiki.

No one is more tolerant than her.

Faced with weekly cartoonists who have to work every day, family harmony is the most important thing.

"A brief trip is still necessary." Dong Yexi said with a smile.

Mount Kano near Tokyo is suitable.

After staying in the big city for a long time, it is good to take this opportunity of getting married to take a good rest in the countryside, breathe fresh air, draw comics, and change your mind.

Looking at the hesitant Akimiya Akemi, Higashino persuaded her, "Sometimes I can't draw comics because my thinking is limited by staying in one place."

This sentence touched Akimiya Akemi, and she nodded, "Okay, mom."

…

Of course, I won’t rush to leave on the wedding day.

They returned to their homes.

Now there is no need to hang a long house sign like "Higashi-Akinomiya".

At the door of Higashino's house, Hibiki Hibiki and Akimiya Akemi met Mrs. Nakajima. She held a gift box and said with a smile: "I wish you a happy wedding."

Akimiya Akemi bowed and took it with both hands, "Thank you for your blessing."

She seemed to have been waiting for a long time, and when the Higashino couple came home, she gave them gifts as soon as possible. Hibiki Higashikata was very grateful.

"I won't disturb the happy moment between you." Mrs. Nakajima covered her mouth with a smile and retreated into the room.

Akimiya Akemi's face turned red.

After returning to the living room, Akimiya Akemi let out a long sigh of relief.

She was very nervous during the process today, but now facing a familiar environment, she could finally breathe a sigh of relief.

Just after resting for a while, she felt itchy hands and sat down at the work table.

Hibiki Higashino couldn't help but laugh, "How can anyone draw comics on their wedding day?"

"Because I'm very inspired right now," Akimiya Akemi said matter-of-factly.

She told Higashino Hibiki not to disturb her and to draw comics seriously.

Dong Yexiang nodded.

The setting sun outside the window filled the sky with a dim light, and Higashino Hibiki quietly watched Akimiya Akemi work.

Serious women are also handsome.

Dong Yexiang occasionally stepped forward to give some advice.

This time in the storyboard, Akimiya Akemi has improved.

But it seems that there is still some distance to go before serialization.

Hibiki Higashikata thought.

Until ten o'clock in the evening, it was already dark.

"Is it time to go to bed? Akemi."

Higashino Hibiki held Akimiya Akemi's left hand to stop her from taking the eraser.

Akimiya Akemi said: "Please wait for me a little longer."

"It's already ten o'clock in the evening," Hibiki reminded.

"Hey!" Qiugong Mingmei looked up and realized that the whole world was so quiet.

Higashino Hibiki was looking at him intensely.

It seemed that he could hear his heart beating violently.

"Bang bang! Bang bang!"

This aggressive look made Akimiya Akemi lower her head shyly.

Dong Yexiang said: "Let's go take a bath, I've already put the water."

He held Akimiya Akemi's hand and slowly walked into the bathroom.

A lot was unlocked this day.

…

"Thank you."

When getting off the bus, Hibiki waved to the driver to thank him.

The driver took off his hat and raised it in response.

From Tokyo to Kanoyama, after taking a train and transferring to a bus, I had to take a small town bus twice a day.

There was still more than an hour before the departure time. Hibiki Hibiki and Akimiya Akemi were determined to wait a long time, but the old driver took the initiative to take the Higashino couple to the small town.

"It's been a long time since I've seen tourists. Everyone must be very happy." That's what he said.

Dongye Xiang suddenly panicked.

Mount Kano was a very famous mountain in the past, not because of the beautiful scenery above, but because the towns here had a unique culture.

But due to the changes of the times, the town lost its former prosperity and began to become anonymous, no different from an ordinary town.

Dong Yexi looked at things with old eyes and had to book a hotel here.

It was noon, and the hotel was in the trade center of the town.

However, when the Higashino couple arrived, there was no one at the trade center.

Even the rolling shutter doors are closed, and few shops are open for business.

Higashino Hibiki and Akimiya Akemi looked at each other, which was very different from what they thought.

"It's better to ask about the place first." Dongye Xiang said reluctantly.

Arriving at the entrance of a supermarket, the store manager was swatting away flies out of boredom.

When the Higashino couple walked into the door, the doorbell rang.

"Ah, it's a strange customer!" The store manager stood up.

"Sorry to bother you." Higashikata bowed.

The shop owner waved his hand, "It doesn't matter. Since the collapse of the economic bubble, tourists have rarely been seen. I also reacted too much. What can you do?"

He could see that this couple was not here to buy anything.

"I would like to ask how to get to Anji Hotel."

"Anji's family, turn right when you go out..."

While the store manager was talking, a girl with short hair ran in. When she rushed to the front desk, the doorbell made a "ding-dong" sound.

"Uncle Imaizumi, do you have any more jumps?"

"Nanase, you are too rash, there are guests here."

"Ah," she then noticed the Higashino couple, clasping their hands together and tilting their heads, "I'm sorry, I didn't scare you."

"It's okay." Akimiya Akemi shook her head in a friendly manner.

The girl in front of her has short hair, a delicate face, and is lively and cheerful, which is not in harmony with the lifeless Kanoyama.

Store manager Imaizumi brought a jump and coaxed the girl Nanase, "This is a jump, please step aside."

"Yes." Nanase raised the jump and said loudly.

She walked to the side without leaving, and immediately started looking at it hungrily.

Manager Imaizumi said: "Let's continue the topic we just talked about. You are going to Anji's house. After you go out, go to the right and walk to the second intersection..."

"Hey! "Slam Dunk" is on hiatus! Damn Bird Akino!"

Not long after Imaizumi spoke, the sound of gnashing teeth could be heard from the side.

"The game is at a critical moment, how can Akino Tori suspend the publication in the future? Damn it! I've been waiting for a whole week!"

She was stomping her feet with her jump, her hair flying.

"Nanase, you!" Imaizumi pointed at Nanase, his body trembling.

But Nanase ignored him and focused on the jump.

"Ah, it turns out that Mr. Tori Akino is getting married and is going on a honeymoon trip with his wife. The teacher is getting married. I wish him a happy wedding." The girl opened her mouth and smiled sweetly.

Higashikata smiled and nodded, "Thank you."

"You are..." Nanase finally realized.

Hibiki Higashino introduced, "This is my wife. We went on a wedding trip to Mt. Kano."

Akimiya Akemi responded with a smile.

Nanase turned his back to the cashier, put his jump on it with his hands behind his back, pushed it towards the store manager Imaizumi, and said calmly: "It's the same as Mr. Kazutori Akino."

Higashikata replied: "Of course it's the same."

Nanase didn't pay attention and slowly moved away from the cashier, with a guilty conscience, "Where are you going? I'll take you there."

"Nanase! Don't think I didn't see it!" Imaizumi store manager shuddered, "You can't return the jump after it's opened, so pay me!"

"Hmph!" Nanase was very angry. After all the tricks, he finally bought Jump.

…

After leaving the supermarket, the girl Nanase introduced herself, "My name is Nanase Yui, a local. After graduating from university, I returned to my hometown."

"I am Hibiki Higashino, and she is my wife, Akemi Higashino."

"Higashino Hibiki, it looks a bit familiar." Nanase covered her head and thought in distress.

"Forget it if you can't remember," Hibiki Higashino said, "You have graduated from college. I thought you were a high school student."

With a childish face, he doesn't look like an adult at all.

"There's nothing I can do." Nanase complained, "That's just me, baby-faced. It's hard to find a job, so I have no choice but to come back."