I am the master of depressive comics

Chapter 54: Qualification for the Serialization of Death Note

Kamiya Yuu looked in the direction of the voice. This was a middle-aged man with a sturdy figure and a resolute face. When he stood in front of Kamiya Yuu, he looked unusually tall.

Just as Kamiya Yuu was thinking about who this person was, Iida Ayano beside him reminded him.

"Kamiya-sensei, this is the editor-in-chief of the editorial department."

Seeing Kamiya Yuu's confused expression, Takeda Kazuki seemed to have thought of something, patted his smooth forehead, and then an apologetic voice resounded in the editorial department.

"Sorry, sorry, look at my brain. Kamiya Yuu is here for the first time and is not familiar with this place."

"My name is Takeda Kazuki, and I am the editor-in-chief of the editorial department. Please give me more advice in the future, Kamiya-sensei."

In the comics industry in Sakurajima, cartoonists under the charge of Ken Miyamae are generally called responsible editors, and they are responsible for uploading the works they think can be published and serialized to the editor-in-chief of the editorial department.

The editor-in-chief is usually a qualified and experienced editor, who will sign and agree to the publication and promotion of works and columns.

At the same time, he will also give appropriate suggestions to the works, and then, through the responsible editor, he will give the comic authors his own understanding, so that they can modify and improve.

In short, as the editor-in-chief, Takeda Kazuki is responsible for presiding over the publication of the magazine and the general direction of the magazine's content. He is the backbone and heart of the editorial department.

"Please give me more advice, Editor-in-Chief Takeda."

Kamiya Yu heard the explanation of the man in front of him and hurriedly responded. After all, he was his editor's boss, and he still had to be polite.

"Don't be so reserved. I actually dislike the workplace relationship between superiors and subordinates in Sakurajima. I feel it is too rigid and corrupt."

Takeda Kazuki looked at Kamiya Yu, waved his hand, and responded in a nonchalant voice. Iida Ayano, who was standing next to him, also said that Editor-in-Chief Takeda was very good to everyone in the editorial department and was an easy-going and responsible good editor.

"Then I won't be polite."

"That's what I should do, Mr. Kamiya."

Editor-in-chief Takeda laughed heartily, and the editors in the editorial department were used to hearing his voice. Then everyone blocked out the laughter and urged the writer on the other end of the phone to submit the manuscript.

Kamiya Yuu suddenly remembered that Mr. Yumeno's manuscript had not been submitted yet, so he handed the file bag in his hand to him. Takeda Kazuki saw it and took it.

"Thank you for your hard work, Mr. Kamiya."

"It's okay."

The two of them said something casually and walked towards the sofa beside them. Among the two people sitting on the sofa, Takeda Kazuki put a contract brought by his assistant on the table and spoke first.

"Mr. Kamiya, your new work Death Note has been reviewed by the editorial department and unanimously agreed that it is a masterpiece that is no less than your debut work, and is even better and more popular in the market than before."

"Mr. Kamiya's new work, please be sure to serialize it in our company. As for the salary, we are willing to pay 10,000 Sakura yen per page."

Looking at Takeda Kazuki's serious expression. Kamiya Yuu didn't expect that Takeda Kazuki would express his thoughts directly and clearly. He thought that he would bring it up after the two of them had a conversation.

[Hey, 10,000 Sakura yen per page! That's really sincere. ]

Kamiya Yuu's debut comic, Octopus Pi's Original Sin, has a single page of 6,000 Sakura yen. Now it's only the second comic work, and Editor-in-Chief Takeda dared to offer 10,000 per page.

10,000 Sakura yen converted into Dragon Country currency is about 500 yuan. If a comic is 20 to 30 pages per episode, that means there is a salary of 10,000 to 15,000 per episode.

If he serializes four episodes a month, Kamiya Yuu's monthly salary will reach about 50,000 or 60,000, which is equivalent to about 1 million Sakura yen in Sakurajima Country currency.

When this contract was in front of him, to be honest, Kamiya Yuu was indeed a little tempted, but he still spoke rationally and sought his own questions.

"Editor-in-Chief Takeda, why do you trust me, a newcomer, so much?"

"Because of Mr. Kamiya's talent..."

Hmm~

Takeda Kazuki paused and expressed what he was thinking with numbers.

"No, it's more accurate to say it's special."

"Special?" Kamiya Yuu shouted softly, as if trying to figure out what Takeda Kazuki meant.

But before Kamiya Yuu could figure it out for long, Takeda Kazuki explained first: Mr. Kamiya's comics are very special, whether it's the plot, the painting, or the division, they are all very special, which others can't imitate.

Moreover, the comics industry, which is like a pool of stagnant water, is slowly approaching the edge of collapse. At this time, a new style is needed to walk on the cusp of comics and revitalize the comics industry.

The most important thing is that Mr. Kamiya's works will bring greater profits and reputation to the company.

With the last sentence, Kamiya Yuu also understood the meaning of Takeda Kazuki's words. Editor-in-Chief Takeda is very optimistic about himself, because his work can be the first to eat crabs and can create higher profits for the company. Therefore, Editor-in-Chief Takeda hopes that he can stay and make both parties win.

Kamiya Yu thought for a while, and finally made the final decision.

"Editor-in-Chief Takeda's suggestion really moved me, and I will sign this contract."

"But I hope to make two requests."

Kamiya's words full of twists and turns made Takeda Kazuki a little confused. He originally thought that Mr. Kamiya would agree, but he didn't expect that there would be a pit waiting for him! He is obviously just a high school student, how can he be so mature that he doesn't match his age!

"I understand, please ask Mr. Kamiya to make your own request, if it is reasonable, we will agree."

Seeing Takeda Kazuki nod, Kamiya Yuu spoke softly.

[First: I hope to arrange a physical examination at least once every six months. After all, cartoonists will have many occupational diseases, and I don’t want to be plagued by illness so early. 】

In the comics industry around the world, cartoonists, as the blood of industry development, need to continuously deliver fresh works to the market.

For a long time, cartoonists have limited time for outdoor activities and a serious lack of exercise, which will cause them to suffer from some occupational diseases. Such as: tenosynovitis, vision loss, hemorrhoids, weakened antiviral ability, etc.

The most important one is tenosynovitis. Whenever the pain occurs, it will cause pain and edema in the fingers, wrists and other body parts.

The severe pain will make the cartoonist's fingers weak and very uncomfortable. In addition, some backaches and lack of sleep can also cause frequent chronic diseases such as headaches and weakness in limbs.

"The request is very reasonable. We will arrange a physical examination for you every six months, teacher. We will also pay some medical insurance for you. Please rest assured, Teacher Kamiya."

When Takeda Kazuki heard Kamiya Yu's explanation, he couldn't help but nodded in approval.

[Second: I hope that the editor will still be the editor before Miyazaki. Editor Miyazen has been very helpful to me. I hope he can always be my editor. 】

Kazuki Takeda couldn't help but smile. He didn't expect the second request made by Kamiya Yu to be so simple. After thinking for a moment, he agreed in a deep voice.

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