Tokyo Girlfriend Guide.

Chapter 214
After signing for Shi Yu-senpai, there were four fanatical fans of mystery novels.Although it can be seen that they have been quite restrained, they still hold Hojo Kyosuke's hand one by one and desperately express their admiration.

"Although I only met Hojo-sensei from "The Devotion of Suspect X", I also bought the full set of booklets of "One-Punch Man" and "Attack on Titan" after that. It’s Mr. Hojo, who is outstanding in any field. I heard that the University of Tokyo offered special admission but was rejected, right? It’s amazing, it’s really amazing…”

The young lady sent by the nearby publishing house as a temporary assistant already showed a embarrassed expression, but she gave up dissuading her author who was still enjoying listening.

After all, he is still a young man, so it is understandable that he likes to hear compliments.Looking at Hojo Kyosuke's perfect profile, the 23-year-old assistant unconsciously showed an auntie smile on her face.

After more than a minute, the book fan left contentedly with the novel written with blessings and stamped on it.

As long as one lives in Neon, one cannot do without a seal from cradle to grave.Hojo Kyosuke is not using the "real seal" registered at the city hall at the moment, but the "recognition seal" with only the surname engraved on it, which is used when signing in at school and the like.If you are signing a contract, you must use the "real seal", which is engraved with your full name.

His identification seal is made of Kunlun steatite, which is not a precious material.But the appearance and feel are very good, the whole body is white, like snowflakes floating inside, it feels like the unique warm feel of jade, scratches with fingernails will appear traces, but will disappear as you continue to play.

Then there is the third book fan, as usual, a series of rainbow farts, but judging from his ability to rank second among the top [-] viewers, he is a real die-hard book fan, scalpers will not fight like this, let alone be honest In fact, only take one book to sign.

Like the previous book fan, Hojo Kyosuke also responded gently to every word of the book fan, and after asking whether the other party was a college student, he wrote down a congratulatory message of "I wish you progress in your studies".

The fourth, the fifth, the smile on the assistant's face couldn't hold back any longer. If this continues, even if they can't sign a few books in a whole day.Teacher Hojo will not be affected, but she will be scolded by her boss.It is her duty to assist writers in book signings.

Seeing the sixth person, the blonde girl who was as delicate as a porcelain doll came over, holding an exaggerated number of books in her arms, she hurried over:

"Sorry, this..."

"Miss Riko."

Hojo Kyosuke raised his hand to block the assistant who came to Eirari and wanted to say something.

"She's special."

Looking into the girl's sky-like eyes, he said seriously.

"Humph!"

The girl on Xiafei's cheeks groaned again, but she turned her head too much, which made her almost fall down when she was holding a pile of books, and someone stood up and supported her in fright.

"Who wants your help, mind your own business!" Ying Lili, with a blushing face, put the book heavily on the table.

This idiot, why did you say such embarrassing things in front of so many people!
The liberated hands embraced her chest again, and the girl raised her delicate chin proudly.Although I am very satisfied with the other party's statement, but...

Who wants to do something special, I, Sawamura Spencer Eriri, want to be your only one!
In vain, I wanted to give you a surprise. I brought so many books to support you. Really, I am so mad!
Thinking of this, the girl who was shy just now felt a little angry again.I looked down and saw that there was a wooden baffle in front of the table, so I couldn't step on this idiot's feet.Damn, if you attack with braids, there will be too many people at the scene, which will damage your ladylike image.

Looking at the tsundere little girl, Hojo Kyosuke smiled lightly, took the comics and novels that his assistant helped to open, and quickly signed them.

"Hirata, help find a cardboard box." He called another assistant, and put Yinglili's books into a small cardboard box.

Strange, where did Ying Lili get so many books, all the manga booklets are brought, "The Devotion of Suspect X" is a collector's edition, the new book is judged, and the library is complete.Hojo Kyosuke himself didn't know that the publishing house had published so many layouts.

Looking at the cardboard box, looking at the petite and slender Ying Lili, thinking of the other party's swaying posture while walking with the book just now, he said:
"If you're not in a hurry, I can take you home when I take a break at noon." According to the arrangement, he will take an hour's break at noon.

Listening to this gentle voice and feeling the genuine concern of the other party, Ying Lili sighed silently in her heart.

Although she was still angry, she knew that today was very important to the other party, and it was because of this that she insisted on asking the driver to divert here to support Hojo Kyosuke on the way to the banquet.

"No need, the driver is waiting for me outside, and I'm going to attend the banquet with my father today."

The girl turned around, took a step, stopped, turned her head slightly, her eyes still did not look at Hojo Kyosuke:
"If you are too tired to finish the manga tomorrow, I will definitely not let you go!" The crisp voice was a bit fierce.

"Yes, I will take a good rest."

"アホ (Aho)! Who told you to rest!" I should let you draw with me every day, and I don't have time to meet other girls!
After leaving the last sentence, the girl turned and left. Between the two golden braids, the white and straight neck was extremely elegant and charming.

The interaction between the two did not attract much attention from the people behind, because the reactions of the previous people were much more intense.

Then came Nitto and Naoka. According to Hojo Kyosuke's habit, the sample magazines given to him by the publishing house were all given to those close to him.What the two of them are holding at the moment is the books of Sequence 5 and 6, as well as Yingliang's.

They wrote wishes for good health and prosperity, and the two made a cheering gesture to Hojo Kyosuke before returning to the auditorium and continuing the video.

Before the Internet age, signings were arguably the only opportunity for readers to interact with writers.Although Hojo Kyosuke has opened a personal website, he is really not serious about running it.Therefore, every reader who came to the signing event was full of questions and wanted to ask him, and reporters from various news media nearby kept taking pictures.

The nominations for this year's Motoya Awards (Neon Bookstore Awards) have ended, and Hojo Kyosuke was selected as a matter of course.

This award is purely voted by the clerks of Neon 362 bookstores, and is considered to be a book award with "the most influential and market value in the Neon Civilian Literature Awards".Those who participated in the voting were not those high-ranking writers, but bookstore clerks who deal with books every day and can write their impressions of books in the simplest language.

The selected books represent what they think are "worth recommending to customers", "hoping to sell in their own bookstore", etc.Therefore, although the status in the literary world is not as good as the Akutagawa Award and the Naoki Award, it has an unexpectedly high status among the "common people".

And with so many books, it is impossible for the clerks to read all of them.Many of the reasons for the selection are actually very nonsensical, "I think the author's name is very interesting", "The book sells very well, every time it is put on the shelf, it is sold out, the store manager and customers praise me for my good vision", "Although I did not I have read the book, but the author is a handsome guy!"...and what Hojo Kyosuke is doing now.

What the publishing house hopes is to let the outside world know more about him through the signing event, and to influence those who have voting rights through his personal charm.Just like the Honya Awards, the clerks all have their own social circles, where they will exchange books they have read and writers they know.

As for the clerks of the Kinokuniya Bookstore, there are some who belong to a slightly higher status.Well, the most indispensable thing in human society is the chain of contempt. Even if it is not your own thing, but the bookstore to which it belongs is better, it will bring people an inexplicable sense of superiority.

Just like now, at noon, Hojo Kyosuke paid for his assistant to help him buy a voucher for a nearby supermarket, and gave it as a lucky prize to the hundred book fans who lined up in front of him, as well as all the shop assistants, and invited them to have lunch with him .

He himself was worried about whether he would leave a ostentatious image, but the editor Chi Song insisted that he would not.

"I met Mr. Hojo today. He is really super handsome, a hundred times more handsome than what I saw on the Internet!"

In a chat room called the Tokyo Bookstore Clerk Union, Miki Amamiya, who just worked as a part-time host, posted a photo of Hojo Kyousuke signing his autograph.

"Oh?! This is a writer? Isn't it a new idol?"

"Although I've heard that he is a super handsome guy before, I didn't expect it to be false propaganda."

"Such a handsome man writes such a good-looking novel, my God, I am about to despair of this world."

"Hahaha, Sakata, what nonsense are you talking about when you're married?"

"That's right, my wife is so beautiful and virtuous and I'm not satisfied, so please apologize to everyone who is single!"

"Not only that, Hojo-sensei is also super good-natured, no matter how messed up the book fans are, he always has a gentle face." - Miki Amamiya

"Really, can such a handsome guy still have such a good personality? The personalities of the mystery novelists I have come into contact with are not good."

"It's true, Mr. Hojo invited us to dinner just now! In addition to all the clerks, there are a hundred lucky fans, really super generous!" ——Miho Shimazaki, another clerk of Kinokuniya Bookstore.

"Si Guoyi, that's great."

……

Extraordinary actions are placed on different people, and the effects are completely different.On the bus in Kansai, there will be candies given by the grandfather, which is kind.If you encounter it on a bus in Tokyo, you must call the police as soon as possible.

In short, Chimatsu Yuki showed a satisfied smile after seeing the conversations in various chat rooms through the "informant". Among other things, he must have won the Motoya Grand Prize.The journalists who came today also recognized Mr. Hojo's speech and image, and there can be more activities for other awards.

The audience at the scene were not lonely when they lined up. As neon people who like to line up, they had already prepared something to fill their stomachs.Seeing Mr. Hojo, who had already finished three bentos and was eating the fourth, the book fans applauded.

"Mr. Hojo, please update some videos of your meals on the website in the future!"

"Yes, yes, even if I pay for it, I will support it!"

It's the first time I've seen such a pleasing food show. The movements are very elegant, but the food disappears at an incredible speed. It's amazing!
Swallowing the food in his mouth, Hojo Kyosuke showed everyone a "please forgive me" expression.Although earning money by eating is really in line with his appetite, but he doesn't really want to become an internet celebrity.

The signing event in the afternoon was held smoothly, and there were some small disturbances during the period. A few girls who were not used to star chasing took their newly bought books and kept expressing their love for Hojo Kyosuke's appearance. They were about to form a group on the spot. Fan club.

At eight o'clock in the afternoon, the signing session officially ended. Although someone spent a lot of time communicating with book fans, they still sold nearly [-] books.

The publishing house took out the huge digital signage that had been prepared long ago, and the manager of the bookstore, Kyosuke Hojo, and lucky book fans took a group photo together.

Then came the interview with the reporter. After waiting for such a day, it would be too rude not to give the interview.Not to mention that there are also old acquaintances from "Weekly Bunharu" reporters. Their "Weekly Bunharu Mystery Novels TOP 10" is also an award that Hojo Kyosuke's editor wants to strive for.

As a magazine that focuses on "positive energy", the reporter of "Weekly Bunshun" asked the same questions as the previous articles about Kyosuke Hojo. One of the questions was:
"How did Mr. Hojo achieve such good academic performance and create so many excellent works?"

"Working hard and achieving success has never been a natural and easy thing. It is true that everyone has their own limit, but the limit we know is not the real limit at all. All we can do is keep improving. "

Afterwards, Hojo Kyosuke entrusted the editor Yuki Akamatsu to the editor. Both the reporter and the bookstore were drinking. He was a young man and everyone might not be able to relax.So it's better for him to go home and watch a movie with Zhihua Zhihua, and eat supper by the way.

The next day

The grand occasion of the first signing session of "The Devotion of Suspect X" was reported on the Internet and in newspapers, and they were all well received without exception.Perhaps because of the change in Hojo Kyosuke's attitude, some interview programs have sent invitations to him, and there are many popular programs such as "Financial Observer".

But it's a pity that although a writer doesn't have to worry about paparazzi like an entertainer, someone also lacks the interest in showing his face in public.Moreover, although Toyosaki has an open school spirit, there are still relevant requirements for students to be on camera.

Although the publishing house really wanted to take advantage of the heat and hold another signing event in Bunkyo District, Hojo Kyosuke had other things to do today.

His application to join the Neon Mystery Writers Association has been approved, and today he will formally apply for membership under the leadership of his recommender Aisaka Hiroshi.

The recommender also happened to be contacted by the publishing house. The other party was also studying at Dongcheng Middle School in junior high school. After hearing that Hojo Kyosuke Junior High School helped Dongcheng win two kendo competitions, the other party readily agreed.

Even for today's membership, he enthusiastically contacted Hojo Kyosuke in advance, not only drove to pick him up in person, but also explained various common sense along the way, and introduced the seniors in the association.

"Although the president is usually very serious, he is actually quite easy to get along with. Of course, the premise is that you have read his books carefully. Because he often mentions the contents of his books when chatting. If he speaks, his face will become very scary."

Saying this, Aisaka Hiroshi laughed out loud as if he thought of something interesting.

"I told you about this before. You should have read his book. If nothing else, you must read the book "Murder at the Kendo Tournament". It is the most proud work of the president."

"Don't worry, I've read everything, even the Ant Encyclopedia written by the president." Hojo Kyosuke said, I don't know if it's because of the friendship of alumni or his own personality, this senior is really easy to get along with too much .

"Hahaha, as expected of Dongcheng's junior, it is reliable. I am also one of the judges for the Association Award this time, and my vote must be for you. This is not some secret operation. It has been a long time since I saw it Such an excellent work!"

"Thank you for your praise. I also learned a lot of skills from your book when I was writing."

The office building of the association will arrive soon.

dong dong——

Aisaka Hao was knocking on the door of the room with the nameplate of "Association President", and there was a very angry voice from inside, please come in.

The office is very large, with a desk on the far left, a set of black sofas in the middle, and several mahogany glass bookcases on the right.

Kenzo Konno, who is the chairman, is a middle-aged man with a square face. His hair is neatly trimmed as if it was taken off and carefully polished before going to bed every day. It is smooth and shiny with hair oil.The temperament is very suitable for a speculative novelist, and people will think "it takes such a serious person to have such strict logic".

On the other hand, Hojo Kyosuke is the opposite. Shouldn't he be so handsome to do those jobs that don't require brains?Why do you still have such a good brain! ?There will be a huge contrast.

"President, this is the new member Hojo Kyosuke." Aisaka Hao is fulfilling the responsibility of the recommender: "This is the president of the Neon Mystery Writers Association Kenzo Konno."

"Haha, Hojo-kun, I've been waiting for you for a long time." With a chuckle, Konno Kenzo came out from behind the desk and extended his hand to Hojo Kyosuke.

"Chairman Konno, I've also been looking forward to it for a long time." If it weren't for the consideration that the other party is not a beautiful girl but a middle-aged uncle, someone might bring a copy of the other party's novel for him to sign.

After exchanging pleasantries, the three of them sat on the sofa and started chatting without rushing to go through the membership procedures.

"I can't think that Hojo-kun has such a deep understanding of love at such a young age. When I was reading "The Devotion of Suspect X", I was deeply moved by Ishigami's deep love. My daughter even made fun of me for this. For a while."

"The understanding of life can not only be obtained from life, good works can often make people understand more, just like the president's book "Kendo Contest Murder Incident", which won the Edogawa Rampo Award, in which Matsuda has a great understanding of kendo. The pursuit really moved me deeply.”

When it comes to flattery, I, Kyosuke Hojo, are by no means weaker than others.As stated in the 35 Art of War taught by Miyamoto Musashi, "the first comes first", he took the lead in launching the attack.

"Hahaha." Kenzo Konno let out a much brighter laugh, and patted the shoulder of the young man next to him vigorously.

"Actually, when I was in college, I also wanted to pursue the ultimate in kendo. Unfortunately, my talent has always restricted me. I couldn't even enter the main selection of the kendo competition. I am ashamed."

"President Konno, if you really go to study kendo, wouldn't the mystery novel world lose a talent? I really don't know where the loss is." Hojo Kyosuke attacked again.

"Where, with my talent, even if I put in a hundred times more effort, I still can't make a small splash in the world of kendo. But Hojo-kun is different. As far as I know, you have obtained the skill after graduating from elementary school. Beichen was exempted from the permit.

It is comparable to Chiba Shusaku's younger sister, Chiba Sanako, who was exempted from universal transmission at the age of ten. It's really amazing! "

Kenzo Konno is worthy of being a person who dreamed of climbing the peak of kendo. He really knows about kendo very well, and he can even casually name famous people in the history of the Hokshin One Sword Style that Hojo Kyosuke belongs to.

"I'm just waiving permission, but I don't dare to compare with the ancestors." This can't be said nonsense, he is already afraid of trouble, so he didn't go to the dojo of his family, if this word gets out, maybe there will be some classic villains to find fault up.

The ancient style of swordsmanship has its own level. In this world, the Beichen Yidao style is based on paper cutting, catalogue, waixu, guide wuxu, and wuxu.Hojo Kyosuke himself is an exempt class, and his teacher Yamamura Onobo is a guide exempt, that is, the class that can serve as a teacher.

The directory here refers to the real directory, which contains the art of war (long knife move) you have learned.If it is passed on without permission, it will be an ultra-long scroll filled with profound truths and the ancestors of the past, and the seal of the school will be printed on it.

As for the highest exemption, all pass, well, the people who get it are all characters who can be the protagonists of TV dramas, or enter the card pool of card-drawing games.For example, "Chiba's Ghost Beauty" Chiba Sanako, "Bakumatsu Heart Arsonist" Sakamoto Ryoma, Ito Kokotaro, etc.

"I'm ashamed to say that although I have mediocre talent, I have the cheek to join Beichen Yidaoyu's family to learn skills, and I have obtained the qualification for exemption." With a trace of reserve, Kenzo Konno said proudly.

Oh, it turned out to be a senior fellow of the same school, no wonder he has such a good attitude towards himself.You said it earlier, you have been touting for so long, someday I will take you to practice a few more times to enhance your relationship.

Thinking of this in his heart, Hojo Kyosuke made a sudden realization: "So it's senior, it's really rude."

"Hahaha, ever since you won the junior high school kendo competition on behalf of Dongcheng in the first year of junior high school, the brothers in the dojo have been guessing when you will come to the dojo. What everyone didn't expect is that you haven't come for three years What shocked me even more was that when I heard the name Hojo Kyosuke again, he appeared as a mystery novelist."

Kenzo Konno picked up the teacup, and said with a smile that Kyosuke Hojo looked at and wanted to cover his face.

　Regarding some things in the real world, I will carry out a certain degree of magic reform, such as the Association of Reasoning Writers, and Beichen Yidao. In reality, the main family should be Xuanwukan in Suginami District, but I directly took Sakamoto Ryoma from history. Chiba Michi, Okemachi, who was apprenticed as the main family

　　
　
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