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"How many times do you have to give up?"

On January 29, Kazuya Takasugi watched "Slam Dunk" with excitement.

Xiangbei's five starting players still fought tenaciously despite constant blows. In the last two minutes or so, they finally had the hope of winning.

"At the beginning of the second half, we used a tight defensive strategy, resulting in a 20-point difference in the score, but Mitsui's consecutive 3-point shots broke the dilemma."

"Zebei's activity brought the gap back to 18 points, but Shohoku, with newcomer Rukawa Kaede at the center, chased the score to less than 10 points."

"Shohoku, how many times do you have to give up...!?" Coach Domoto was in awe of Shohoku's tenacity.

Another 30 seconds passed, and in the last 2 minutes of the game, Xiangbei was only five points behind.

They were really going to defeat the invincible and undefeated Mountain King.

Takasugi Kazuya looked at Takenori Akagi's tears and was filled with emotion for him.

Shohoku was before him, Hisashi Mitsui left, and Akagi was unable to support himself alone. Even pursuing the dream of dominating the country and defeating Sanno Industries was a travesty.

Even the players on the team think this is delusional.

How could Xiangbei be Sanwang's opponent?

Today, Akagi can finally realize his dream.

With trustworthy partners, we strive to climb to the top in the country.

"Damn, it really makes me excited!" Kazuya Takasugi clenched his fists, ""Slam Dunk" is so good!"

He read "Slam Dunk" again, immersing himself in the excitement after the Xiangbei outbreak.

After a long time, he looked at the calendar with Nakajima Mika printed on the wall, thinking something in his heart.

"There are still three days. The results of the "Shogakukan Manga Awards" will be out in three days."

…

Early February.

"Coamix" is a comics company founded by Nobuhiko Horie, Tsukasa Hojo and Tetsuo Hara after he left Shueisha in 2000.

Recently he is busy launching the magazine "Weekly Comic Bunch".

In the era of "Weekly Shōnen Jump" he dominated, the sales volume of the manga weekly reached a record high of 6.53 million copies. However, Nobuhiko Horie felt that he himself had not made any achievements in the concept of comics, so he founded a magazine that he could make his own decisions. .

"There are more and more excellent works in "Weekly Shonen Jump"." Hojo looked at "Slam Dunk" and said beside Nobuhiko Horie: ""One Piece" and "Naruto" are very excellent comics. "

"Yes," Horie Nobuhiko nodded, "these two comics have done very well."

However, he always felt that something was missing?

"The "dynamic expression" is still a little worse..." Nobuhiko Horie organized his words, "The plot is excellent, but their "action" is not as good as "Slam Dunk". Comics need to have continuity and a lot of action parts, and the pictures need to be "dynamic". "

"Well," Hojo nodded, "This is also the difference between Japanese and American comics."

American comics tell stories, paintings can be thought of as illustrations, and dialogues are the main body;

But Japanese comics are different. Drawing is very important, sometimes more important than dialogue.

Such as "Dragon Ball", such as "City Hunter".

"When Eiichiro Oda and Masashi Kishimoto have the skills of Tori Akino in the future, it will be very promising." Nobuhiko Horie said.

Although he left Jump, he still had feelings for Jump and hoped that Jump would live a better life.

Talking about jump, he suddenly recalled the past.

"Toriyama Kazuhiko still has a sharp eye," Nobuhiko Horie raised his head and looked at the lights above his head. "He discovered the future of Tori Akino. At that time, Tori Akino was still a young boy. Sasaki's appreciation of Tori Akino at that time To my surprise, compared to them, I am indeed worse."

Hojo glanced at him, looked at the notice from Shogakukan, raised a smile on his lips, and stimulated him by saying:

"Tori Akino, he won the "Shogakukan Manga Award". "

"Huh?" Nobuhiko Horie sat up in shock, "Damn it!"

…

Mirai Tori Akino won the Shogakukan Manga Award, this is really a shock!

For most readers, Shogakukan manga appreciation is not important, Tori Akino is important in the future.

"Tori Akino-sensei is really amazing!"

"marvelous!"

Even Nishimura, who was far away in Hokkaido, called Hibiki Higashino to tell him the good news.

"Thank you," Hibiki Higashino asked with concern, "Aren't you going to go back to Tokyo in the future?"

"Hokkaido is where I, a man, thrive." Nishimura laughed and answered Hibiki Higashino.

"what sound?"

Dongye Xiang's ears twitched. Under Nishimura's wild laughter, he seemed to hear the girl's voice, which was a suppressed laughter.

"The rancher's daughter is always pestering me," Nishimura vowed, "she must want to secretly learn my skills!"

Higashino Hibiki was speechless. He heard the girl say sadly "Idiot!"

Nishimura was confused, "Natsumi—why did she run away? Was she ashamed after I saw through the trick?"

Hibiki took a deep breath, "Is that the girl who said she wanted to come to Tokyo with you?"

"Of course it's her. My place is deserted. Except for Natsumi, I'm surrounded by big men."

"You're such an idiot," Hibiki Higashi said angrily, "Don't you think she likes you?"

"Eh?" Nishimura was stunned.

"Like me? Will I be liked too?"

…

Hibiki Higashino looked at the notice for the Shogakukan Manga Awards.

The winner of the children's category is Shimabukuro Mitsunen from "The World's End Leader".

His talent was already in his pocket and now it is coming to prominence.

The girl didn't understand him and just ignored it.

Usually it is "Monster" by Naoki Urasawa. After Hibiki saw it, he couldn't help but be in awe.

This teacher's thoughts are unusual. While the comics are selling well, they also illustrate his in-depth exploration of human nature and social phenomena.

He is a master worthy of admiration.

"This year's "Shogakukan Manga Award" is extraordinary. "

After that, Hibiya Hibiki looked at the column of the juvenile comics department.

He was stunned for a moment, "Eh? What is going on?"

Sasaki told him that his comic won the award, but did not tell him which one it was. Hibiki subconsciously thought it was "Slam Dunk".

but now……

"Will the two comics be awarded together?"

"Youth Division: Mirai Akino Tori's "Soul of the Chess"/Mirai Akino Tori's "Slam Dunk"!"

…

Takasugi Kazu is also in the Chinese painting class.

He listened to the grey-haired teacher in the lecture hall.

I heard that this famous Mr. Akimiya is one of the best in the field of ukiyo-e.

The school finally invited me here.

"It's really insightful." He nodded.

While he was listening carefully, Takasugi Kazuya's cell phone vibrated in his trouser pocket. He picked it up and saw that it was a text message from a fellow friend.

"Tori Akino-sensei won the "Shogakukan Manga Award"! Or double yolk! "

Seeing the content of the message, Takasugi Kazuya's eyes widened.

His whole body fell into a state of ecstasy.

"Great!"

When the audience was silent and only the master spoke, Takasugi Kazuya stood up and couldn't help but said loudly: "Tori Akino-sensei won the prize!"

The eyes of the whole audience were focused on him, and Takasugi Kazuya realized that the situation was not right.

His body stiffened and his lips trembled.

"Who do you think won the prize?"

Someone broke the silence. Takasugi Kazuya looked over and found Master Akimiya staring at him with a very scary expression.

"Yes... I'm sorry!" He bowed at 90°.

…

Eiichiro Oda Studio.

Oda's eyes widened as he read Shogakukan's announcement about the "Shogakukan Manga Awards".

"As expected of Tori Akino-sensei, you won two manga awards at once."

He looked at the content and murmured:

"It turns out that it has something to do with the age of Teacher Tori Akino. It has never happened before for college students to win the award. The editorial team has discussed it until now, and decided to announce it after Tori Akino graduates."

"How terrible."

…

"Future Society".

Asahina Yuko finished today's work early.

"We Are One Family" is too simple. In one year, everyone has become familiar with this animation. She feels that without her supervision, others can easily complete a week's work.

In short, she is very busy now.

"I really want to make challenging animations."

At this moment, Kiko Takagi pushed the door open and handed Asahina the script in her hand, "This, please."

Asahina's eyes lit up with anticipation on her face, "Is this one?"

Kiko Takagi's face was expressionless, "Toei's outsourcing."

Asahina Yuko's eyes dimmed, "The happiest time for me was indeed my high school days when I worked with Higashino-kun to produce "Hey-Come Out!"

Takagi Kiko curled her lips helplessly and flicked Asahina Yuko's little head, "Be more serious."

"Yes, yes." Yuko Asahina nodded and squirmed.

Kiko Takagi could only seductively say in her ear: "Higashiya won the "Shogakukan Manga Award", maybe he will come up with interesting scripts when he is happy. "

Asahina Yuko's hair trembled, "Manga Award? It's amazing, but for Higashino-kun, this is the honor of the Manga Award."

While she was happy for Hibiki Higashi, she still looked weak.

"Really," Takagi Kiko shook her head, "If you work hard, I will apply to him."

As soon as Takagi Kiko's voice fell, Asahina Yuko immediately sat up and said, "Yes!"

…

Higashino Hibiki was blowing the cold wind on the balcony and replied to his friends' greetings one by one.

"It's just a comic appreciation, don't be proud. Learn from me and be a down-to-earth person."

Only Togashi Yoshihiro's phone call was something that Hibiki Higashino couldn't understand.

When Kiko Takagi called to congratulate him, she brought up the animation script. Hibiki thought about it for a while and said she would consider it.

Toriyama Akira did not contact Higashino Hibiki, maybe in his eyes, this was really not worth mentioning.

Dongye Xiang became more and more bearish.

"ring."

Akimiya Akemi called his name and walked over.

"What's wrong?" Dong Yexiang turned around and asked.

"It's a call from my father," Akimiya Akemi shook her phone, smiling with her eyes narrowed, "He asked me to congratulate you on winning the "Shogakukan Manga Award" and to keep you from being arrogant and impetuous. "

Higashikata was stunned, "Dad...how did he know? Did you tell him?"

Akimiya Akemi shook her head, "I haven't had time yet."

Dongye Xiang nodded, "I don't know which kind person it is."

In the eyes of the stern Mr. Akimiya, Higashino Hibiki's weight may have deepened, and he would congratulate himself, which is probably a good step.

…

Akimiya Akemi went back to drawing comics, but Higashino Hibiki did not leave.

In the winter of February, he endured the cold and his mind became clearer and clearer.

"That's it." Higashikata muttered to himself.

He made up his mind, took out his mobile phone, and called Sasaki Nao.

Soon, Sasaki answered the call, "Tori Akino-sensei? What's the matter?"

Higashino Hibiki licked his dry lips and asked, "Will the award ceremony of the "Shogakukan Manga Award" be broadcast live on TV? "

Sasaki was a little stunned when he heard this. Why would Tori Akino ask about this in the future?

"Yes, but not many people are watching."

"That's enough." Dongye Xiang nodded, and then asked: "Approximately when?"

""In a month..." Sasaki asked doubtfully, "Toriakino-sensei, what do you want to do?"

Higashikata whispered: "One month later... the battle of the Mountain King has just ended."

"Mr. Sasaki, I have an idea."

…

Two weeks later.

Yamamura Morimichi watched "Slam Dunk" and absorbed the essence of this sports comic.

"Sports-themed comics must have lofty goals, and then there must be team members with different personalities who grow through constant friction."

Sakuragi Hanamichi is the protagonist of "Slam Dunk", and he especially revisits Sakuragi Hanamichi's basketball path.

From a small gangster, he transformed into an athlete who regards basketball as his life.

When Sakuragi saved a foul ball, his back hit the basketball technical table.

This caused Sakuragi, who could not be beaten to death, to have constant pain in his back and was substituted.

Caiko said that back injuries are related to the lives of players.

Sakuragi Hanamichi fell into great terror.

"The so-called player's life... could it be... could it be that my player's life is over right now?"

"Can I never play basketball again?"

Sakuragi Hanamichi's face wrinkled up, and he had never seen this expression before.

This kind of fear, panic, and helplessness.

"The tension of Tori Akino Mirai's painter... is so terrifying." Yamamura Moriichi was shocked.

"This is comics..."

The meaning expressed in the picture is more profound than the narration.

It went straight into the heart of Yamamura Shoudao.

Sakuragi Hanamichi has grown rapidly in the past four months and learned various techniques.

If he takes the time to treat and recuperate, there will be a period of time when he won't be able to play, and then he might just...

Everything learned was lost.

Sakuragi Hanamichi lay on the ground, recalling the touch that basketball brought to him.

The substitutes’ prayers and expectations for him, Coach Anzai’s entrustment to him, the first rebound in the national competition, Akagi’s recognition, Lingnan’s turning the tide during the game, 20,000 happy mid-range shooting training...

In just four months, he gained everyone's recognition and enjoyed the excitement brought by basketball.

"Do you like to play basketball?"

That was what she asked when she first met Haruko Akagi.

Thinking of this, Sakuragi stood up. He held Haruko's arm and said sincerely, "I like it very much! I won't lie this time!"

Akagi Haruko blushed.