Great Mangaka

Takumi hoped that The Legend of Wukong would find an influential publisher to publish it, but he did not expect that the first to find it would be Shuji, editor-in-chief of Tatsuryū Novels.

"How did you know my house is here?"

Hearing Alice say that the other party had already arrived, Takumi was a little surprised: "Did they leak my address?"

"No, we can't do that." Alice shook her head quickly and explained, "They should have investigated his address."

In fact, it's easier for colleagues to find people than it is for the media. The world of manga is not very big, and if Tatsuryū Publishing dedicates time and effort, it is not surprising that Takumi's true identity is known. However, Shuji didn't visit him directly, but sent a message through Alice, which was still polite:

"Tell him I won't see him."

Unfortunately, Takumi didn't like others investigating him.

"Okay."

Alice nodded and quickly rejected Shuji. Interestingly, the editor-in-chief of the novel left bluntly.

"Master Mirai-sensei doesn't suit me, so I'll go next time."

He said so, and indeed, he reappeared two days later. This time, Shuji did not address Alice, but instead "met" Aika, who was returning from shopping early in the morning and had sent her many gifts.

"No." Takumi again refused. He didn't feel any affection for Tatsuryū, so it would be better to avoid seeing him.

But two days later, Shuji returned. He asked Sakura to hand him a letter in which he sincerely apologized and hoped to see Takumi.

Takumi read the letter and found that it was handwritten, in sincere words.

"Let it go up." This time he did not refuse. 'It was endless. Shuji wouldn't give up if they didn't meet.'

Shuji was an attractive man. His real age was unknown, but he looked very young.

He was a reasoned and funny man. He praised Takumi as soon as he walked through the door. After a while, Takumi was unmoved, but Aika was overflowing with joy.

"Well, say no more. You have praised my little Takumi to the sky..." Aika still liked it when someone praised her son. He served them tea and snacks happily: "You can chat quietly, I won't disturb you."

After she left, Shuji stopped flattering her.

"Mirai-sensei, could you publish The Legend of Wukong?" His face straightened. After a brief observation, Shuji found that Takumi was behaving maturely. She had been flattering him for so long that even Aika couldn't stand it, but Takumi's face didn't change.

At sixteen, he was so calm and collected that he exceeded Shuji's expectations.

Shuji wanted to win over Takumi more and more: "We will give as much publicity as possible to The Legend of Wukong. How about 1.5% royalties? It is the highest in the industry."

1.5% royalties... this slightly moved Takumi. 'This Tatsuryū company spends a lot of money. Not even renowned novelists can enjoy such royalties.'

After showing his sincerity, Shuji waited for Takumi's response. 'Perhaps there were some problems in the past, but Shuji felt that Takumi was not a closed-minded person and would not hate Tatsuryū.'

"..."

Takumi was also quick to think, but upon reflection, he felt that letting Tatsuryū publish The Legend of Wukong would have more advantages than disadvantages, since he is an editorial leader.

"We can talk." He nodded: "Editor-in-chief Shuji, do you have time? I have a lot to discuss."

Takumi planned to use this opportunity to mend his relationship with Tatsuryū.

Shuji was trying to introduce Takumi to the novel industry. Drawing mangas was a waste of talent for this young man, so he immediately agreed: "I have a lot of time."

The two chatted for several hours, and Takumi handed over the publication of The Legend of Wukong to Tatsuryū Publishing, on the additional condition that he give as much publicity as possible to The Legend of Wukong and himself, and not to use any irregular means to hinder the development of his manga.

Takumi accepts all fair competition.

Shuji got the result he wanted, and left the building excited.

"How are you, Editor-in-Chief Shuji?"

he was greeted by Kazuki, editor-in-chief of manga, eager to know the result.

"If we succeed, Mr. Mirai-sensei will give us priority in his future novels," Shuji replied with a smile. Kazuki's face paled, and then he blushed again: "So, Mirai-sensei won't draw mangas anymore?"

"This...",

Shuji asked with a bitter smile and shook his head: "He is still focused on manga, and rarely writes novels."

"We both underestimated Mr. Mirai-sensei. He has an open mind." Shuji looked at Kazuki and reminded him, "Mr. Mirai-sensei has never ill-willed you. In the future, let others be careful and don't cause him problems. He doesn't care about your usual competition."

Kazuki, confused, asked, "What do you mean?"

"It means that you can compete with Mr. Mirai-sensei bravely and without using shady means."

"He has a long-term vision." Shuji said excitedly: "Mr. Mirai-sensei is not naïve. He has high expectations for the future of manga. Competition also benefits him."

After several hours of conversation, Shuji was unable to convince Takumi to write novels, but Takumi convinced him.

Takumi said he didn't write novels because the novel market was already thriving and he didn't care much about being there or not. He draws mangas because he believes that mangas can become as brilliant as novels, and he wants to witness and lead this process.

This idea shattered all of Shuji's opinions. Takumi is a young man with dreams. He talked about animation, music, video games, various peripheral industries, etc. Shuji never imagined that manga could generate so many things as a base. Undoubtedly, mangas have the potential to go hand in hand with novels.

Tatsuryū Publishing focuses on novels, and its manga department exists for them. He will never put the cart before the horse. Therefore, by depending on them, the development of the mangas will be very slow.

Hinotori Publishing does not want to get involved in the production of novels, and it will not pose a threat to Tatsuryū. It would be even better if I could develop the manga market.

The manga's prosperity also benefits Tatsuryū Publishing. Novels and manga are highly interdependent. With a wider market and more readers, the two companies can fully cooperate and generate revenue together.

Of course, these are the futures described by Takumi. It is still unknown if they will become a reality.

Shuji was very satisfied with The Legend of Wukong. If the manga industry doesn't develop as Takumi hoped, he believes Takumi will change his mind sooner or later.

"Let's go back."

Shuji looked at Kazuki. 'If Kazuki is smart enough, he will know what to do in the future.'

A huge market has opened up, which is beneficial for everyone. Tatsuryū Publishing dominates the novel industry, but other companies are also thriving.

Culture is not afraid of competition, but it is afraid of the absence of a market.

But...

Shuji thought Takumi was just a mangaka. If you wanted to expand your market, this identity would definitely not be enough.