Later that night.
Seiji told Tomohisa Juumonji that "Love of Ice And Fire" had agreed to join the game. He also created a chat group and added Genji and Tomohisa into it.
"It's wonderful that Ice And Fire -sensei is willing to join! Can I ask how you found Salted Fish (Seiji)? And why did you agree to join? "
"No need to use honorifics; just call me Ice And Fire," Genji replied.
"I'm friends with Salted Fish in real life, and I know that he published the novel 'Die To Be Handsome.' When you told me that the author of 'Die To Be Handsome' was in charge of the script, I was rather astonished, so I told him that I was an artist and discussed this matter with him. I felt that it would be quite interesting to work together on a game, so I decided to join. "
"I see, what a miraculous fate!" Tomohisa exclaimed.
"Indeed, I was quite astonished when I learned that Ice And Fire was an artist. I didn't expect that I would have someone who could be a capable partner right beside me," Seiji said.
"Ice And Fire and I chatted a lot during lunch break, and we came up with a new idea for the game's story, which is roughly like this …"
Seiji told Tomohisa the gist of what he and Genji had discussed about the game's story.
"A secret competition between two traps … it sounds quite interesting! This humble one fully supports writing this story! "Tomohisa added an excited emoticon.
"Please write the story according to this idea! It's best to add suspense and novelty elements so that the story will be more intense, meaningful, and impactful! "Seiji added a passionate emoticon at the end.
"Suspense is definitely necessary, as for novelty …"
"I object! I don't want to draw anything bloody, and I've never drawn anything like that before, "Genji said.
"As an artist, isn't it good to try something you've never drawn before? Ice And Fire -sensei. Moreover, it can also be used as a promotional point when the game is released. For example, we can say, 'Love of Ice And Fire is a work that has never been seen before, a work that transcends oneself!' "Tomohisa said enthusiastically.
Genji remained silent.
"Don't force me to give you Sweet Pork. Maybe Ice And Fire will try it in the future, but not now." Seiji said, "I think the element of suspense is enough. If we add in the novelty element, I think it's a little too much."
"Since Salted Fish says so, I'll withdraw my statement. My apologies for my rudeness, Teacher Ice And Fire. "
"No, Mr. Sweet Pork, you're right. As an artist, we should bravely challenge new themes. But … now is not the time. I'm not interested in drawing that style yet, "Genji replied.
There was a moment of silence.
"That's the gist of the script. The keywords are 'trap', 'school', 'treasure', 'love', 'competition', 'suspense' … After I finished the novel that I'm currently working on, I started working on this script." Seiji said, "Teacher Ice And Fire, you should think about the characters first. First, you need to draw a charismatic main character."
"Got it."
"In that case, I'll continue looking for people and try to find a composer as soon as possible," Tomohisa said. "Also … should we start a studio?"
Studio … Seiji blinked in surprise.
"Teacher Ice And Fire, what do you think?"
"I … don't think it's necessary."
'As expected, he doesn't want to reveal himself.'
"I think it's unnecessary as well. Let's forget about a studio."
"I want all my team members to gather together and work happily … but since the two of you don't agree, let's forget about it." Tomohisa sent a regretful emoticon.
"Actually, I'd like that as well, but Ice And Fire doesn't want to reveal himself, so please understand." Seiji sent a private message to Tomohisa. "Also, don't tell anyone that this illustration teacher is studying at Yuen Hwa Secondary School."
"I understand. No need to worry, Seigo."
…
Another day passed.
Seiji typed on the keyboard and typed out the last line of the final chapter of Brother Monogatari.
After typing out the full stop, he stared at the screen for a while before he slowly stretched and let out a long sigh of relief.
'I'm done!
I'm finally done. '
Looking at the completed manuscript, Seiji felt a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction, as if he had reached the finish line of a marathon.
After carefully reading it over and making sure that there were no obvious mistakes or missing words, he called Little Shi over.
Shika Kagura sat down in front of the computer and carefully read the novel. His eyes grew brighter and brighter as he immersed himself in it.
After watching this scene for a while, Seiji went to the living room and poured himself a cup of tea. He then picked up a light novel that he hadn't finished yet and began reading it leisurely.
After being busy for so long, he could finally relax for a while.
Half an hour later.
Seiji was about to refill his tea when his cell phone rang.
He took out his cell phone and saw that it was an unfamiliar number.
He accepted the call.
"Hello, who is this?"
"Good evening. Is this Harano Seigo -san?" A raspy voice came from the other end of the phone; it sounded like an elderly person.
"I am."
"Sorry to bother you. My name is Shouzou Amami, and I'm Hoshi Amami, Rion, and Kotomi's grandfather."
Hoshi and the twin sisters' grandfather!?
Seiji was surprised to hear this.
"Is Harano -san currently busy?"
"No, he's not."
"Then please allow me to say a few words," the elderly man named Shouzou said.
"I would like to sincerely thank you Harano -san for helping that child, Hoshi.
I should have expressed my gratitude long ago, but there were many things that I had to take care of, which delayed it until now. Please forgive me. "
"No, don't say that. I only did what I was supposed to do," Seiji said sincerely.
"Hoshi … and the store owner's wife, Rika, have both expressed their gratitude to me. You don't need to thank me so formally anymore. "
"They have their own gratitude, and I have my own gratitude," Shouzou said in a serious tone.
"At the end of the day, this was all because I didn't properly discipline my son. This is my responsibility.
Thanks to Harano -san, the matter has been resolved. I'm sorry for my mistake, but I'm also sincerely grateful to Harano -san.
In order to personally express my gratitude, I would like to invite Harano -san to my humble abode for dinner tomorrow night. Would you be free? "
"… I'm free."
"Then I shall welcome Harano -san with open arms."
"I really don't think there's a need to be so polite …"
"Please do come," the elderly man said sincerely.
He then told Seiji the time and place.
Seiji had no choice but to note it down.
After thanking Harano and Seigo again for coming, Shouzou Amami hung up the phone.
He was an elderly man with a good attitude.
It had been almost a month since the incident with Hoshi, and Seiji thought that it was over. He didn't expect that he would receive Shouzou Amami's thanks and invitation.
He truly felt that there was no need to do this, but since it was the elderly man's good intentions, he would accept it.
Tomorrow at seven o 'clock … should he buy a gift and bring it over?
Seiji mulled it over.
Then, he looked up the number and called.
The call quickly connected.
"Good evening, Senpai!"
"Good evening, junior," Seiji said, "I just received a call from your grandfather."
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