Tokyo life starting with painting

"I will definitely get admission to Musashino Art University. Asa, your "Spirited Away" will also win first place."

Konoe Ryoka said this to Higashinoji very seriously, then signed and stamped her seal.

This is an agreement.

Higashinoji naturally agreed happily.

But a signature is a signature.

Higashinoji and Konoe Ryoka were not in a hurry to go through the formalities.

This is not to say that getting married in Japan is cumbersome.

It was a choice that Higashinoji made simply because of Konoe Ryoka's academic entrance examination.

She still needs to pass the Musashino Art University and it is indeed too early to talk about marriage at this time.

So Tonoji launched an offensive of coaxing and deceiving, first tricking her into signing the contract, and then talking about marriage later.

Getting married in Japan is nothing more than stamping a seal, signing, and then going to the local government to go through simple procedures. This is considered a marriage.

However, getting married obviously cannot be done in such a careless manner - even if it is just a formality, a wedding is definitely needed.

For this reason, Higashinoji made an agreement with Konoe Ryoka.

After her exams are over, we can talk about the wedding.

Therefore, Higashinoji did not rush to the district government to complete the formalities, and Konoe Ryoka had not yet changed her name to Higashino Ryoka.

Everything must be considered seriously after the official results of the exam are released.

And the most important thing now is not just the marriage application form.

Tsukasa Higashino's "Spirited Away" also requires continued attention.

Therefore, Higashinoji was very considerate and allowed Konoe Ryoka to continue studying.

At the same time, I am always paying attention to the progress of "Spirited Away".

Everything was as Higashino expected.

The box office of the animated movie "Spirited Away" is getting more and more terrible day by day. Although it is not a jump-level growth, it is constantly rising and setting new records every day. Even if other powerful movie competitors in the same period have watched it, it is the same. Somewhat voiceless.

Generally speaking, the box office is getting lower day by day.

Unless the reputation is extremely reversed later, the box office is likely to be higher day by day. This point can be referred to China's "The Wandering Earth" back then.

At that time, it relied on word of mouth to turn around and the box office continued to rise.

But the situation in "Spirited Away" is different.

It was obviously a hit from the beginning, with a box office of 300 million yen on its opening day.

Why is the box office still rising steadily in the past few days?

This is obviously impossible.

To be honest, Higashinoji was a little surprised by this situation.

But after thinking about it, he felt a little relieved.

These past few days have been the period of word-of-mouth fermentation for "Spirited Away". Whether it is the Internet, TV programs or radio programs, they are reporting on "Spirited Away".

Publicity through these channels will of course attract a large number of new audiences.

In addition, "Spirited Away" itself is one of those animated movies that is very watchable. It is normal for people to buy tickets repeatedly and watch it several times.

There are also some special situations.

Higashinoji knew a boy in his previous life. In 2019, "Spirited Away" was released in China, and he watched it three or four times - accompanying three or four different girls to the movie.

Maybe there are factors like this in it.

Coupled with the current trend of Japan's national environment in 2006.

If everyone thinks it's good, then you can't say a word 'no'. As long as you say it, then you will be served with a big stick. This gives "Spirited Away" a better space to develop.

Of course, there will definitely be a fall, it just depends on how long the current situation can last.

Higashino made a rough calculation, assuming that the current box office progress is followed, plus the overseas box office situation.

It shouldn’t be difficult for “Spirited Away” to take first place.

Of course, there are still difficulties. For example, it is not unheard of that the box office may suddenly plummet.

Therefore, we cannot simply draw optimistic conclusions directly.

Higashino took a sip of water.

I also thought about what Konoe Ryoka said before, "Spirited Away" won first place and she was admitted to Musashino Art University.

He couldn't help but smile.

Then he took another look at the situation in Dongye's studio.

After a busy year, everyone at Dongye Studio is now in a relaxed mood.

Especially since "Spirited Away" became a hit, everyone felt more relaxed after knowing that their efforts were not in vain.

The artists on the production team of "Spirited Away" all walk with style.

Seeing this look made Higashino also laugh.

But he could also understand why these people were happy.

Being involved in the production of an animated film like "Spirited Away" that is destined to become a masterpiece, they are naturally happy and cannot restrain themselves.

This can be regarded as a severe glossing over of a resume.

Even if Dongye Studio can no longer open in the future.

Painters like them who have participated in the production of "Spirited Away" are bound to be very popular no matter which company they work for.

And when it comes to happiness, we have to talk about Yano Ryuichi.

He has a smile on his face lately when he sees people, and he is always cheerful.

Especially when he heard that the box office of "Spirited Away" was still rising, he laughed from ear to ear - it was so exaggerated that he suddenly burst into giggles.

This left Toyoshi speechless.

Why is my own painting supervisor sitting there all alone?

Although it is indeed something to be happy about, isn't it too exaggerated?

But considering that most workers in the animation industry in this era are people who are particularly passionate about this industry, Higashinoji can barely understand him.

But this is only barely understood.

It was difficult for Higashino to remind the other party, so he could only continue to watch the box office progress of "Spirited Away".

And after discovering that "Spirited Away" has been a hit at the box office with almost no obstacles,

Higashinoji took the time to ask Konoe Ryoka about her study progress from time to time.

Since Konoe Ryoka specializes in oil painting in the oil painting department, she definitely cannot relax in this area.

To this end, Higashinoji also put some effort into guiding her oil painting.

As for her cultural course results

There is no need to worry.

Konoe Ryoka is always ranked among the top ten in Hokuei Education School, and her national examination scores are often among the top one hundred. For her, as long as she has no problem with oil painting, it will definitely not be difficult to get into Musashino Art University.

Fujiwara Aoi, who was at the same time as Konoe Ryoka, was a little envious of her academic ability. She felt that Konoe Ryoka was the kind of person who could get good grades even if she didn't spend much time studying cultural courses.

Don't think it's impossible.

Higashinoji still remembers the time when he and a classmate went out and surfed the Internet every day.

As a result, I still ranked first in the class every time I took the exam - people are really different.

I have to say that time is really the most amazing thing in the world.

It seemed like a blink of an eye.

The Japan National Center Unified Test in January ended quickly. Konoe Ryoka, Fujiwara Aoi, and Higashino Chihaya all achieved good results.

But that's not all.

They also continue to prepare for the next entrance exams for each university.

At this stage, "Spirited Away" also quickly climbed onto the movie list of the season at an incredible speed, looking here and there as the champion.

This made Takahashi Yumi, who did not take the exam, sigh repeatedly. She felt that Tonoji had firmly held Konoe Ryoka in his arms.

She sighed over there.

But when her friends were taking exams, she had never harassed Konoe Ryoka or the others, let alone asked them to go shopping, play, or watch movies with them.

It seems that Yumi Takahashi seems a bit silly at ordinary times, but at critical moments, she can still clearly control herself.

It was during the stage when Yumi Takahashi was so restrained.

Some universities in Japan have also gradually opened channels for entrance examinations.

Among them, the first is Musashino Art University, one of the five major art academies in Tokyo.

Musashino Art University enrolls students very early every year, and therefore, its admission notices are generally distributed between April and June.

It was on this day that Higashinoji accompanied Konoe Ryoka to the gate of Musashino Art University.

There was also a pale white sign placed next to the university gate with the words 'Entrance Test' written on it.

Similarly, it's not just Higashinoji and Konoe Ryoka who are waiting for the entrance exam here.

There are many other art students.

They discussed in low voices, some with nervous expressions, some with relaxed expressions, and some who even at this time did not forget to memorize by rote the textbook in their hands.

Among this large number of candidates, some came by themselves, while others came with their parents.

In terms of university examinations, there seems to be no gap between Japan and China.

Looking at this huge crowd of people.

Konoe Ryoka was also a little nervous.

She subconsciously reached out her hand

But before she could say anything, Tonoji gently held her gloved palm.

At the same time, it was his calm and soothing voice: "Don't worry."

do not know why.

As soon as I heard Higashinoji's voice.

Konoe Ryoka's original anxiety was unexpectedly relieved.

She let out a soft breath.

Then he looked at Higashinoji with a serious expression: "Aji, I will definitely be admitted to Musashino Art University."

I will definitely be admitted to Musashino Art University.

When you say this sentence, you can't help but raise eyebrows.

After all, nothing can be said in absolute terms.

In addition, people who dare to apply for Musashino Art University are basically people who are sure of their academic abilities - everyone is the same person, so why are you sure to be admitted?

It seems that he also felt the gazes of the candidates around him.

Higashikata nodded without hesitation: "Yes. I believe you."

I trust you

In this somewhat cold environment, it is undoubtedly very heartwarming.

At least that's what Konoe Ryoka thinks.

She looked at Higashinoji.

In fact, Konoe Ryoka wanted to get admitted to Musashino Art University because Higashinoji obtained the admission qualification here.

She's always working hard.

Today is the most important day to accept the results of her hard work.

Konoe Ryoka seemed to want to say something else.

But as the door of Musashino Art University gradually opened, she swallowed the last words in her throat, only nodded to Higashinoji, and squeezed Higashinoji's palm hard. In this way, she felt at ease. Go to the gate.

But halfway through, she turned around secretly and glanced at Higashinoji.

And Higashinoji also smiled and just waved to her.

This means to cheer her up.

Yes.

Come on.

"Spirited Away" is expected to win first place. Now it's a matter of whether Lianghua can successfully enter Musashino Art University.

After Konoe Ryoka finished the exam, she did not tell Higashinoji how she felt.

She just said to Higashinoji very softly: "I tried my best, Aji."

Yes.

She tried hard.

Next it’s time to wait for the exam results.

According to the practice of previous years, Musashino Art University should announce the results on campus and notify by phone. The approximate notification time is from April to June. For the specific time, please refer to the official website of Musashino Art University.

And during this waiting period of one or two months.

"Spirited Away" continues to be on sale until May.

In other words.

Perhaps when Konoe Ryoka gets the notice from the school, the matter of whether "Spirited Away" can break Japan's current box office record of 29.6 billion yen will also be settled.

Time passes day after day.

There hasn't been much movement at Musashino Art University, but the dust has settled on "Spirited Away" on Higashinoji's side.

Yes.

The dust has settled.

At the end of April, "Spirited Away" had already broken the current Japanese box office record of 29.6 billion yen with a total box office of 29.7 billion yen, officially replacing the other film and becoming the real number one in Japan.

When I got the news.

Not to mention that the roof of Dongye Studio was almost turned off by the emotional production team.

There were a lot of calls just for various contacts and congratulations.

You know, this is number one in Japan!

It’s also Higashinoji’s first debut novel!

this.

Really won the first place?

Many people are a little confused.

My head was numb at the news.

Why?

This is obviously your first animated film.

How come you got first place?

Damn it!

Many people secretly scolded Higashikata in their hearts, wondering if the other party was too lucky.

Why is there no movie this season that can compete with "Spirited Away"?

Similarly, because "Spirited Away" really won the first place, the Higashino family fell into a carnival that lasted for several days - Aoi Fujiwara, Chihaya Higashino, and Yumi Takahashi, who had finished their exams, all came over.

Konoe Ryoka was naturally happy for Higashinoji.

But while she was happy, she thought of Musashino Art University, which had not come to notify her for a long time.

This is where she is more worried.

She thought she did well in the exam.

But perception and reality are not to be confused.

It really depends on whether you will be admitted or not, but it still depends on what Musashino Art University wants.

Maybe it was a response to what was in my heart.

There has been no news, but the official website of Musashino Art University finally updated the announcement.

Musashino Art University will announce the results on May 2nd.

The so-called unveiling.

In fact, the admission ticket number of the admitted student is posted on the school bulletin board, and the student goes to Musashino Art University to check the result.

May 2nd.

It's a nice sunny day.

Because I was thinking about Konoe Ryoka's mood.

Therefore, Takahashi Yumi and Fujiwara Aoi did not follow.

The only person traveling with Konoe Ryoka was Higashinoji.

Bulletin board.

Then look for the admission ticket number.

This process is undoubtedly quite painful.

Especially when you hear some people around you shouting "yes" and you can't find your exam number at the same time, the feeling of anxiety is simply unbearable.

Higashinoji did not choose to separate and look for Konoe Ryoka's exam number efficiently, but stayed with her very considerately, watching her face full of anxiety as she turned over the admission ticket number in her hand.

"Asi, Asi, do you have my exam number?"

"Um."

"Asi, Asi, I can't find it here."

"Um."

"Asi."

Konoe Ryoka, who had already looked for four public notice boards but could not find the last one, started crying: "Isn't there me?"

It was obvious that Higashikata had reached an agreement and won the first place.

If it were myself

Thinking of this, Konoe Ryoka tightened her grip on the admission ticket in her hand.

Higashikata didn't say much about this.

He just reached out and touched her little head, comforting: "No. Look carefully."

Konoe Ryoka is a very slender girl, and Higashinoji knows that.

This kind of girl needs him to be with her at critical moments

No matter what the final result is.

You still have to face it after all.

So Higashinoji was unusually patient today.

He accompanied Konoe Ryoka and looked over line by line.

Then

"Found it! A Si! A Si! Found it!"

Konoe Ryoka suddenly burst into cheers.

It was unimaginable that she, who always had a demure and gentle smile, would jump with joy.

But for some reason, Higashinoji was also infected by her cheerful mood, and couldn't help but smile: "Where? Let me see?"

"Here! Here! Asi!"

Konoe Ryoka pointed hard at the second vertical column, her eyes serious.

But Higashinoji didn't go to see the results of the announcement.

He just looked at Konoe Ryoka who was staring at the bulletin board, fearing that he was wrong.

There was an inexplicable sense of accomplishment in my heart.

When she succeeds, it feels like she succeeds herself.

fantastic.

But Higashinoji was inexplicably stunned.

It's like the period of confusion after achieving a goal.

yes

Konoe Ryoka is admitted to college. She is going to get married. And then what?

What to do next?

He looked at Konoe Ryoka, who was smiling more beautifully than the flowers.

A somewhat dazed Higashino came up with the answer.

Then it’s about the future

certainly.

That was no longer just a matter of his future.

There will also be Konoe Ryoka who will accompany him all the way.

"Yes." Higashinoji regained his energy and considered the future.

Higashikata thought for a while, he still had a lot of things to do.

For example, let's appease Konoe Tsushima, his father-in-law.

Comfort Chihaya Higashino who didn't know she was married.

besides

Wedding with Konoe Ryoka.

He looked at Konoe Ryoka who hugged him happily.

Higashikata couldn't help but smile.

Things to do in the future are left to the future

Right now, he just wants to take advantage of this wonderful moment.

From painting.

From painting again.

Higashinoji's life started with painting.

It's actually just starting now.

The book is finished. Students who are short of books can read the new book of my 16-cage steamed bun brother: "I Raised Monsters in an Abandoned House in Tokyo". I will finish the book later.