Anime Crossover: Becoming Mangaka in Anime World

"80% means 80%, not a single bit less!"

"I'm someone with a reputation in the inner industry world, you know!"

"Working for you just to make a little money—do you think that's easy for me?!"

"Tsk."

Akifumi clicked his tongue in mild annoyance.

"Fine, whatever."

Eriri crossed her arms, about to nod in satisfaction—but then she froze.

Wait a minute!

Why am I so happy about only getting 20%!?

Akifumi, however, was in a surprisingly good mood.

Now that he had a worker, this was a chance to sit back and rake in the money—plus, he was teaching Eriri how to draw manga, which meant she will owe him more favor.

Honestly, he couldn't even keep track of how many wins he'd racked up—he was practically on a roll!

"Let's start by designing the main character sketches first."

"Once they're done, show me."

"The main character is a redhead, with spiky hair like a hedgehog. At first glance, he seems a bit goofy, but when cooking, he's really focused and serious. I've listed all the details in the project plan."

"Next, for the female characters, make sure to stick to the project's guidelines, but try to make them a bit more... 'Sexy' ."

"Eh!?"

"Don't 'eh' me, isn't this your specialty?"

Akifumi shot her a sharp look.

"Do you think I'm joking when I say this project is made just for you?"

"Well, you don't need to emphasize this part..." Eriri muttered, clearly uncomfortable.

"No, really. It's your strength, so why not use it? Are you going to hide it and try drawing some completely different style instead?"

Seeing Eriri lost in thought, Akifumi stopped talking and gave her space to think.

"Start drawing and think it through as you go."

"Once you have a draft, show it to me so I can guide you in the right direction and help with revisions."

"Once you've nailed the designs for the main characters, we can officially begin."

"For this summer, aim to finish the first chapter."

Finish the first chapter in two months?

Who does he think I am!?

Eriri glared at Akifumi, clearly unimpressed.

But she didn't say anything—after all, she had chosen him as her teacher, and if she felt he was wrong, she would have to prove it with her own ability, not words.

"Good luck, Eriri!"

Akifumi nodded as she sat down at the desk.

Then, grabbing his comic tools, he headed outside.

The room was small, and since a guest was visiting, he couldn't just kick the others out.

So, the work area would have to be in the living room.

The day passed quickly.

To his surprise, after reading Magica Madoka, Shiina Mahiru didn't burst into tears.

Instead, she smiled happily and said the story was fantastic and that she couldn't wait for the next volume.

She also checked out the first chapter of Ano Hi Mita Hana no Namae wo Bokutachi wa Mada Shiranai (Anohana), but since it was so short, she didn't have much to comment on.

Still, she said she'll continue following it.

After that, based on these two comics, Akifumi picked out an already-completed series for Shiina.

Meanwhile, Eriri was completely absorbed in her drawing.

Thus, the first day of vacation passed quietly.

The next day, Saturday, was the day grades were announced.

For most, it meant that after today, their real vacation would finally start.

Those who failed would be called back to school for make-up classes.

For these unfortunate souls, their vacation wouldn't truly begin until after their retakes.

But for Akifumi's group, none of this mattered.

Kato's grades weren't exceptional, but she was only a bit weak in science, and even then, it was easy for her to pass.

The one at risk was Eriri—she barely passed several subjects.

Although she sweat a little in panic, she still stubbornly declared, "Failing? No problem, I've got this!"

"I guess the next time we'll meet is when school starts?"

Akifumi mumbled, watching Kato leave.

Shiina Mahiru, puzzled, asked, "Huh, don't you want to invite Kato out during vacation?"

"Why would I?"

"Aren't you two close?"

Akifumi didn't deny their good relationship.

But…

"It's so hot outside, and just thinking about going outside gives me a headache. Why would I want to torture us both by going somewhere for fun?"

Shiina stifled a laugh.

"Even so, there are times when you have to go out."

Hearing this, Akifumi slouched and sighed deeply.

Even though he could easily have groceries delivered from Amazon, the trash wouldn't disappear by itself.

And there was certainly work that would require him to step out during the break.

'If only everything could be solved without ever leaving the house'

Akifumi sighed from the bottom of his heart.

Right now, it was just him and Shiina Mahiru.

Eriri had said she wouldn't come to draw today because she was going out with her friends.

"Oh yeah, before we head back, come with me to the bookstore."

"Did something new catch your eye?"

After spending time together yesterday, Shiina had learned a few new phrases.

"Not really, just some books in a different area."

Shiina nodded and didn't ask more questions.

Before long, they arrived at the bookstore near the school.

Akifumi was quick and efficient, finding what he was looking for in a matter of minutes.

Shiina glanced over at the books in his hands and quietly asked, "Huh, are you into music, Akifumi-san?"

Akifumi was holding a few books about sheet music, piano, and composition.

"I used to study it a bit, but lately I've developed some interest in it again."

[TL Note - What the fu-ck how many talent that this guy have??]

Akifumi said that, but inside, he was feeling a bit resigned.

It was still the same—if he could slack off, he would.

But sadly, he hadn't found that one song he was looking for.

The ending theme of Anohana, "Secret Base Kimi ga Kureta Mono" was too iconic to forget.

The song brought an emotional punch to the anime that left viewers teary-eyed in its final moments.

For anyone who have seen it the anime, it's hard to imagine the show without that song.

This summer, he had plenty of time, so he might as well try learning how to compose and remake the song himself!

Would it be too much?

Then again, he had studied music as a child, so it couldn't hurt to try, right?

He'd let his "genius" shine and no one would question it.

At the counter, after paying, Shiina Mahiru asked, "Next stop, the supermarket?"

"Yep."

With Eriri now living here, their fridge, which could have lasted another day, was now completely empty.

"Tomorrow, I'll make her pay for groceries. She's a girl, but she eats as much as I do!"

"Seriously, where does all the food go?"

Shiina smiled and nodded.

"Let's buy extra this time—let's fill up our cart!"

"Do we really need that much?"

"Well, you said you don't want to go outside much this summer."

"If we buy in bulk, we can go out less, right?"

"It's just upstairs and downstairs. and It's not that hard to carry."

Akifumi blinked.

Is she really... an angel?

"Well, buying so much won't spoil, right?"

"Not at all. It's no big deal."