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Editor-in-chief Urashima felt something was wrong as he looked at it.

At the end, he raised his head with surprise in his eyes: "That bitch guy is actually the leading actor Komemon Kensuke?"

Yes, Editor-in-Chief Urashima didn’t expect it at all.

And the most important thing is that as the male protagonist, Kensuke Komemon turns out to be a vicious, sinister, greedy and lustful person.

This completely subverted the editor-in-chief Urashima’s understanding of the role of ‘hero’.

but--

"It's really interesting!" Editor-in-chief Urashima looked at Kensuke Komemon, who was using the media and the masses to collect police scandals, and used all kinds of tricks, with a look like he had discovered a treasure in his eyes.

Yes, it is indeed interesting.

As the male protagonist, Kensuke Komemon does not wave the banner of justice at every turn like other male protagonists in lawyer comics, or refute the opponent openly in court, but uses a lot of off-screen tricks.

This kind of male protagonist is very novel, really novel.

Gumeimen Research seems to have nothing to do with words like justice and court.

Especially when I saw Gu Meimen’s introduction: ‘Justice can be bought with money, go and get the money. ’, Editor-in-Chief Urashima also nodded secretly.

Interesting plot, particularly interesting interactions between the male and female protagonists, and very standard Japanese black humor——

Editor-in-chief Urashima previously thought that the male protagonist of Higashino Tsukasa's manga was not very good, but now it seems that he was completely wrong.

Kensuke Komemon was very successful in portraying the male protagonist, and he seemed like a real person.

Under the manipulation of Kensuke Komemon in the manga, the Japanese court, under pressure from public opinion, sent the case back to the Tokyo District Court for a new trial.

Can Gu Meimen Kensuke be able to successfully remove the suspicion of Tsubokura murderer? What kind of development will happen after this?

And Chief Editor Urashima also noticed a detail.

That is whether Tsubokura is a murderer? Was it right or wrong for Kensuke Komemon and Machiko Dai to save him?

There is no answer to this point in the comics, and it can also be regarded as a foreshadowing.

Editor-in-chief Urashima read it with great interest and subconsciously wanted to turn to the next page.

"It's over? No more?"

Editor-in-chief Urashima was stunned.

Is that all there is to fifty pages? Shouldn't it?

and

Editor-in-Chief Urashima put down the copy of "The Winner Is Justice" with unfulfilled interest, raised his head and looked at Hosokawa Koharu: "It is indeed a very good drawing, but isn't this a professional manga? Editor Hosokawa."

yes.

Isn't this "The Winner Is Justice" a professional comic?

And it’s still a very orthodox career-type comic.

"Yeah, but this comic is indeed excellent." Hosokawa Koharu nodded: "I judge that with Mr. Tono's drawing skills and plot shaping ability, there is no problem serializing this comic in "Cold"."

She didn't say anything else, she just insisted that "The Winner is the Right" could be serialized in "Cold".

"Yes, it is indeed outstanding." Editor-in-chief Urashima agreed with Hosokawa Koharu.

If "Victor Is Justified" wasn't brilliant, he wouldn't be completely captivated.

And you have to know that this is just a draft storyboard. The characters and plots on it are all drawn casually with pencils, and the look and feel will naturally be much worse than the original draft.

Higashino Tsukasa's original manuscript has a very magical charm, and has therefore been jokingly called "Teacher Higashino's magic" by countless readers.

In Higashinoji's original manuscript, you seem to be able to feel the emotions, anger, sorrow, and joy of the characters, smell the aroma of the food in the comics, and taste their taste.

In addition, the plot of "The Winner is Right" is absolutely outstanding!

There are ups and downs, the pace is fast, there is a sense of urgency to the end, and then people can't wait to continue reading the next chapter.

It feels like I just watched the first episode of "The Ring".

But at that time, the more I was afraid of "The Ring," the more I wanted to watch it.

And "The Winner is Right" has an urgent plot that advances layer by layer, barely giving you the feeling of breathing, and you just want to watch it all in one go.

In addition, it must be the first time for Higashino-sensei to draw professional comics.

Thinking of this, Editor-in-Chief Urashima couldn't help but scratch his head.

Why does this author know everything and a little bit about everything?

To be honest, many readers have sent fan letters to Higashinoji in the past, asking him if he can do anything except give birth to children.

Editor-in-chief Urashima at that time just smiled and didn't take it seriously.

Then it seems that this may actually have some credibility.

Editor-in-chief Urashima groaned, and just wanted to read "The Winner Is Justice" again to review the plot.

Then--

He heard Hosokawa Koharu's very nervous voice: "Chief Editor Urashima, do you think "The Winner is Justice" cannot be serialized?"

Well?

Editor-in-chief Urashima was confused by the nervous voice.

ah? The quality is completely worthy of being serialized in "The Cold". Why would Hosokawa Koharu ask such a question that has no common sense at all?

He raised his head, but before he could speak, Hosokawa Koharu interrupted him.

"Chief Editor Urashima, I think you should think about it again."

"" Editor-in-chief Urashima.

Feeling the tension in Hosokawa Koharu's eyes, Editor-in-Chief Urashima was a little amused.

But he soon corrected his attitude and replied: "The quality of the comic "The Winner is Justice" is completely fine for publication in "Cold". Editor Hosokawa, you don't need to be nervous."

and

"Editor Hosokawa, do you underestimate the value of you and Mr. Higashino to our agency?"

Editor-in-chief Urashima patted Hosokawa Koharu on the back and said in a serious tone: "Not to mention the quality of the comic "The Winner is Justice" has far exceeded my expectations, even if Mr. Higashino really produced a comic that is not that good. I will also seriously consider serializing it."

Yes.

After all, Higashino Tsukasa was the main manga author of Urashima Publishing House before. Even if he did come up with some bad works, there would be no problem in opening a backdoor for him and arranging serialization.

This is the value of Tonoji.

He also has such value.

Whether it is "The Lonely Gourmet" which is currently being serialized and is torturing countless people's stomachs at night, or "The Ring" which has been completed but is still famous.

These are the values ​​that Higashinoji brings to Urashima Publishing House.

Therefore, the publishing house will tolerate Higashinoji’s many behaviors to the greatest extent possible.

"And you are the same, Editor Hosokawa." Editor-in-Chief Urashima encouraged: "I think you seem to be quite lacking in self-confidence. Is it because you are a newcomer who has only been in the job for more than half a year?"

He waved his hand: "But you don't have to have these worries at all. You are indispensable for discovering the thousand-mile horse that Teacher Higashino is. You are also a famous editor in our editorial department."

Yes, whether it is Higashino Tsukasa or Hosokawa Koharu, Urashima Publishing House is not willing to lose either of them.

It's just a serialization quota, and of course it will be arranged for Higashinoji.

Hosokawa Koharu really thinks too much.

Listening to the words of Editor-in-Chief Urashima, Hosokawa Koharu was a little moved, because it has been more than half a year since she joined the company, and in the first few months she was basically ordered around by her seniors.

She doesn't even have her own author, so she can only read books every day to collect materials, and wait for the publisher to send her a comic author note that day when she's in a good mood.

She has never felt the respect and care of her seniors. Even if she did, it was only through Higashinoji's efforts. She has always kept her status in the editorial department very low.

This is also the frustration of new editors.

At this time, she was naturally touched when she heard that Chief Editor Urashima cared so much about her.

But being moved is moved, and work is work. Hosokawa Koharu still asked hesitantly: "But can it really be done? Isn't "Cold" a standard horror comic magazine? "Winner is Justice" is a professional type Is there any problem with serializing this comic?"

Faced with her question, Editor-in-Chief Urashima showed a funny expression.

Hosokawa Koharu’s question is actually a standard ‘newbie question’.

"Editor Hosokawa, before asking this question, you must first consider the nature of our Urashima Publishing House."

What is the nature of Urashima Publishing?

Just thinking about it, Hosokawa Koharu understood what Editor-in-Chief Urashima meant.

Urashima Publishing House is a standard for-profit publishing industry, and everything operates with profit as the core.

In other words, as long as you can make money, you can do anything.

Not to mention that Higashinoji draws professional comics.

Even if he draws a daily comic about falling in love, as long as he can make money, he can be published in "Cold".

The people above don't care about you. They only want to see whether you can deliver results and meet this year's targets.

Editor-in-Chief Urashima took a sip of tea and explained: "Besides, Editor Hosokawa, have you ever seen a publishing house that drives its famous authors away?"

As he spoke, he took another sip of water and made a joke: "Maybe Mr. Higashino has been poached by those guys from Fuji Publishing. We have to protect him."

"Well, that's no need. Mr. Higashino has actually been poached today."

"What?!"

Cough cough cough cough——

Editor-in-chief Urashima's indifferent expression suddenly became unbearable. He raised his head and looked at Hosokawa Koharu with a 'are you serious' expression on his face.

"I was really poached." Hosokawa Koharu added: "Just now, he called me."

"Those people from Fuji Publishing House?" Chief Editor Urashima choked to death, but quickly put down his cup and asked.

"Yes."

OK! Those bastards!

I just made a joke.

I didn’t expect that this group of people could actually do it!

"They must have offered a lot of good benefits to Mr. Higashino. We also have to improve Mr. Higashino's salary. Also, Sadako's peripheral production work has to be moved up the schedule."

Editor-in-chief Urashima muttered to himself, clearly hating Fuji Publishing.

The key is--

He turned to look at Hosokawa Koharu: "Teacher Higashino won't agree, right?"

"Teacher Higashino didn't agree, but if there is no serialization quota," Hosokawa Koharu was a little unsure.

Yes, if he is not even qualified to be serialized, then there is really no doubt whether Higashinoji will continue to stay at Urashima Publishing House.

"Give it! Of course I have to give it to you! Editor Hosokawa! You should call Mr. Higashino now! You are qualified for serialization."

Editor-in-chief Urashima did not hesitate and even urged Hosokawa Koharu.

But he quickly thought of something, so he added: "Also, I have thought about the cooperation contract with Mr. Higashino. It is natural for an old author like Mr. Higashino to increase his salary."

Fuji Publishing has raised the salary, so Urashima Publishing cannot do nothing.

At least you have to show sincerity.

And with this particularly interesting "Winner is Right", maybe "Chill" can severely suppress the "Thriller" from Fuji Publishing?

Editor-in-chief Urashima has even thought about the title of the promotional soft article in the magazine in the future——

"The Winner Is Justice" once again suppresses all comics under Fuji Publishing House. Is Fuji Publishing House in decline?

This not only suppresses this colleague who likes to poach people, but also promotes Higashinoji.

Why not! ?

The most important thing is that it is not just "The Winner is Right".

Now Hosokawa Koharu he still doesn't know.

In fact, the animated OVA version of "The Ring" has already been confirmed.

And the sponsor is Japanese electronics giant Sharp Corporation.

This is the first time that the other party has sponsored the transformation of a manga into an OVA, and the animation produced will definitely be a large-scale production, just in time to compete with "Kageman", which was completed by Fuji Publishing House earlier this year.

Let’s see if your Blu-ray disc of “Shadow Man” sells better, or our Blu-ray disc of “The Ring” sells better!

Regardless of the final outcome.

As can be expected.

In the next few months, there will be a fierce battle between Urashima Publishing and Fuji Publishing, two publishers of the same type of comics.

"Ah? Have you already won the serialization qualification?"

Higashikata was confused when he received the call.

Because this thing is really evil.

In the morning, he told Hosokawa Koharu that someone from Fuji Publishing House was trying to get him.

Urashima Publishing House gave him a serialization license this afternoon?

This is too fast.

Higashinoji even thought that Editor-in-Chief Urashima gave him the green light. He probably won it without even having a series meeting.

But that’s okay.

Higashikata thought about it and felt that there was nothing wrong with it.

After all, he is very confident in the quality of "The Winner is Right" and is confident that this work can pass the serialization meeting even if there is no back door.

"The serialization of "The Winner Is Justice" will be postponed to next week. That should be fine, right? Mr. Higashino?"

Hosokawa Koharu asked.

"Abominable Chill" is going to cut off two comics next week, and they will be replaced by "The Winner is Right" by Higashino Tsukasa.

"Okay. Then I'll ask Editor Hosokawa. I'll contact you after I finish the manuscript."

Higashikata thanked him several times.

"Well, yes, yes, but Mr. Higashino, you may have to pay a visit to Urashima Publishing House in the near future. There is a contract regarding "The Winner is Justice" and a contract to increase your salary."

Improve treatment?

Urashima Publishing House's move was too fast.

At noon, Fuji Publishing House had just poached him, and here they raised his salary to prevent him from being poached.

This is true

Higashikata didn't know whether to laugh or cry.

I just think both publishers are quite cute.

I originally finished writing the first chapter today at eight o'clock, but I forgot about it and kept it in my draft box.