The night was getting darker.
Rodu. The famous gourmet magazine, Hal Magazine, was still brightly lit at this moment.
Under its banner were "Food Forest," "Carnivore," "Vegetarianism," and many other best-selling magazines. It could be said to be the number one magazine in the gourmet world.
The chief editor, Geno, was pacing back and forth in his office. The sales results for this issue would be out very soon, and it would determine the fate of Hal Magazine.
Under the many glorious halos, only Geno and a few editors from Hal knew that the magazine was facing a situation of layoffs and closure as the sales of a few top magazines dropped drastically.
Although food was the most important thing to the people, Rodu's gourmet delicacies were almost all written out.
Rodu was known as a gourmet paradise, but no matter how beautiful a paradise was, there would eventually come a time when one would get sick of it.
When those beloved gourmets started to cook the same old dishes, and could no longer dig out gourmet delicacies from the streets and alleys, Hal Magazine would inevitably enter a downward phase.
As the chief editor, Geno had thought of many ways before. He even requested those food critics who submitted articles to come up with something new in order for their articles to be published in the magazine.
However, those articles that were barely pieced together or even fabricated did not increase the sales. Instead, it greatly damaged the reputation that the magazine had built up over the decades.
The entire industry was facing a harsh winter, and Hal Magazine was feeling the extreme cold.
"Chief Editor! Chief Editor! "
At this moment, a young man pushed open the door of the office and rushed in directly.
Geno was not bothered by the young man's recklessness. He quickly took two steps forward, looked at the young man nervously, and asked, "How is it? How are the sales of 'Food Forest' and 'Carnivore'? "
These two magazines were Hal Magazine's trump cards. If these two magazines did not reach the financial group's target of 50,000 sales for the latest issue of the magazine in Rodu, Hal Magazine would transform into an adult-oriented magazine.
He had been an editor at Hal for 30 years, and followed Hal step by step from an intern editor to the most influential gourmet magazine. How could he allow such a thing to happen?
If this month's magazine could not reach the target, and he had no way to reverse the decision of the financial group behind the magazine, then it would be time for him to leave.
"'Food Forest' sold 12,000 copies, 'Carnivorous Doctrine' sold 18,000 copies …" the young man said while panting.
"Thirty thousand … Is it still not enough to reach the target …" Geno staggered two steps back with a disappointed expression. Although there was a significant increase compared to the previous month, there was still a huge gap between thirty thousand volumes and the agreed upon target of fifty thousand volumes.
When the magazine was at its peak, the sales volume of "Carnivore Doctrine" alone could reach 50,000 copies, which was the best in the industry.
But now, it was impossible for a single book to sell more than 50,000 copies.
He knew that people still loved food because it had been too long since there was a surprising food and text.
Geno's gaze dimmed. He reached out and gently patted this young man who had just joined the job with a gourmet dream. He did not know how to comfort him. Perhaps from today onwards, he would be in charge of those pornographic magazines.
"Chief Editor, this issue of 'Vegetarianism' has been reprinted ten times. The sales volume in the Rodu market alone has exceeded 100,000 copies, and the distributors are still requesting for more copies! We … We have exceeded our target! "the young man said agitatedly as he finally caught his breath.
Geno, who had decided to say something, was stunned by the young editor's words before he could even open his mouth.
"W-what did you say?!!"
Geno said in disbelief as he grabbed the young editor's shoulders.
Although "Vegetarianism" was also one of HAL's well-known magazines, its sales volume was only 10,000 copies at its peak due to its small audience. Now, it was all supported by the head vegetarian gourmet, Derrick. The sales volume of the new issue every month was stable at around 5,000 copies. How could it suddenly soar to 100,000 copies?
That young editor repeated again. "The sales volume of the latest issue of 'Vegetarianism' has exploded. The sales volume in the Rodu market has already reached 100,000 copies, and the distributors are still urging for more copies. The total sales volume is estimated to reach 150,000 copies! Or … even more! "
"150,000 copies …"
Geno murmured as he sat down on the sofa behind him. His expression was still a little dazed.
When HAL was at its peak, the monthly sales volume of "Carnivorous Doctrine" in the Rodu market was 72,000 copies. It left a deep mark in the history of gourmet magazines, and was almost set as the peak that could never be surpassed.
But now, the niche "Vegetarianism" had already reached 100,000 copies, and it wasn't over yet. It might even reach a terrifying 150,000 copies!
"Is this crazy?"
Geno muttered to himself. No one would dare to lie about such things. This data was definitely correct.
"Vegetarianism" was definitely going to be the sales champion this month, and it would definitely be the peak that caught the attention of the entire industry.
"It's crazy!" That young editor was also agitated. When he first received this report, he wasn't any better than the chief editor was now. "The printing factory is already reprinting day and night, but there's still no way to meet the supply. There are even readers who directly shouted that it's fine even if they only print Derrick's gourmet review. Chief Editor, what should we do now?"
"Derrick!" Geno's eyes lit up. He stood up and flipped through the pile of manuscripts on the table. He pulled out a sample manuscript from the bottom, and it was signed by Derrick.
In order to go all out to increase the sales volume, he had put all his energy into the top two magazines this month. The other magazines were finalized by the few deputy chief editors. The final draft of "Vegetarianism" had also been sent to his desk before, but he had ignored it.
"The Best Vegetarian Dish of the Year, a work that reinvigorates one's worldview!"
"An Unexpected Harvest from Chaos City: Eggplant with Garlic!"
Geno read the main and sub-titles softly, and his eyes were filled with surprise.
He and Derrick were old friends, and he was most familiar with Derrick's low-profile character and strict and simple writing style. He didn't expect him to use such a title that didn't suit his usual style.
"Chaos City also has delicacies?" Geno muttered to himself before continuing to read.
"I've been invited by the president of Chaos City's Food Association to head to Chaos City …"
As he continued reading those familiar and simple words, Geno's expression gradually lit up. Those words seemed to have some kind of magical power. A delicious eggplant with garlic seemed to really appear before him. Then, as Derrick picked up a piece of eggplant and put it into his mouth …
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