The first National Essay Contest for Middle School Students held by Mustard Press was held as scheduled according to the schedule that had been set up for a long time. The Kyoto branch was held by a serious literary editor and a popular literature editor who had been sent here for a long time. As for the venue, the competition was held in a private high school. In addition, through coordination with the school, they not only rented the premises at a cost, but also hired teachers at the school to invigilate the exams.

Yumi Oshima, who was sitting in a classroom and was struggling to write, didn't expect that at this time, Shuichi Minamino, who was standing outside the school gate, not only silently blessed and cheered her, but also looked forward to her coming out. Although I didn't participate in this essay contest, I still really wanted to know what the topic was. Even if he writes an essay that will not have any impact after he goes back, he can be very happy, after all, he enjoys the joy that writing brings to him. The most important thing is that you can take it to the teacher for comments, so as to find your personal shortcomings, so that you can work hard to improve them in the future.

The page of the manuscript that Takeshita Kusakai gave to Shuichi Minamino was stolen and sold by his sister, but he forgave her for her misdeeds. Sister Xiuyi, who was pregnant, had no money to do an abortion, and couldn't tell her parents, took the initiative to find her younger brother with tears in her eyes, which showed that she had no choice but to do so.

After all, this is a brother and sister, and blood is thicker than water, so it is difficult for Shuichi Minamino to pursue it again. Even if I feel deeply ashamed of the teacher, I can't do anything about it. He didn't get a single yuan benefit fee from the sale of manuscripts, even if he knew that it would not cost so much money for a girl to have an abortion due to an unexpected pregnancy, he didn't mention the money, after all, the manuscripts were gone, and what was the use of taking the money.

If he really likes money, Ichijo Katsuhei can sell it directly when he finds a home. Shuichi Minamino, who didn't ask his sister about money, just to make his heart feel better. The reason why I am like this. It is to comfort himself, not because of the money that he did not keep the page of manuscript given by the teacher, but for the sake of his relatives.

Minamino Shuichi saw Yumi Oshima coming out of the inside, so he quickly moved to wait on the route she was traveling. When the other party approached, he asked with concern, "How is the writing?" ”

"Personally, it's pretty good. It's just not clear what the editors of Mustard Press will think? Reputedly. The Fukuoka division was held in advance with only three people qualifying, and even five qualifying spots were not filled. It seems that this is rather lacking than abundant. Moreover, they are notoriously tall. However, this time, I still adhered to what my teacher told me, don't blindly show off your skills in writing, but tell the story well, explain it clearly, and tell it thoroughly. Yumi Oshima stopped in front of him. I said the greatest feeling in my heart.

"Since you did what the teacher said, then you can't be wrong. I'm sure you'll be able to stand out and make the cut. Shuichi Minamino, who had a smile on his face, was not just obedient.

"What do you believe it can do. This has to be said by the editor of the mustard press to count. Well...... Let's go to the bookstore! When the exam started, I heard that Mr. Takeshita's two new books, "Snow Country" and "Destiny", were published and released. Yumi Oshima, who is relaxed on the surface, but is actually very worried inside. Desperately want to make the cut in order to prove your writing skills. She's not just aiming for the 100,000 yen bonus. And going to the Tokyo Metropolitan Finals to get more money, but more want to make a debut through this, after all, there is a dream to become a novelist.

Shuichi Minamino, who nodded vigorously, said he completely agreed. Although he is not yet a literary youth, he has heard of the name of the national writer Takeshita Kusaokei for a long time. Not only that, but I have also seen some of his works. And those are not books named by the teacher.

After watching it, Shuichi Minamino admired Mr. Takeshita Kusaokei and regarded him as a god. It's like anime lovers worship Miyazaki as a master. Now, I go to the bookstore to buy books with girls who share my hobbies and like. That's such a happy thing.

Yumi Oshima, who traveled side by side with him, no longer rejected Shuichi Minamino as he did in the past. The reason why I am like this is not that I am studying writing with him alone, and I have developed a good impression over time. After all, the two of them were in a cram school very early before this, and they didn't brush up their favorability.

As for the reason for the change, it is that they have finally opened a common language and topic with each other. This is particularly important for men and women. If the two of them are together, if they feel bored and dull...... It's not as interesting as staying at home and sleeping alone, and that's the end of it.

"I've also heard that Takeshita Kusaokei's Snow Country has caused a huge sensation, not only in Japan, but also in various foreign language editions that were released almost at the same time. "Snow Country" was out of stock as soon as it was launched. I just don't know if we can be lucky enough to buy it? In addition, although his book "Destiny" is not as good as "Snow Country", it is far higher than the average writer can reach. At present, Mr. Takeshita Kusa is no longer called a national writer, but a national writer. Not only that, but his followers began to call him respectfully, sir. This is an unprecedented honor, and as for whether there is a future or not, we don't know. However, I firmly believe that there will be no more visitors. "Yumi Oshima knows everything, and she says everything.

Shuichi Minamino, who nodded frequently, smiled: "I believe that we will definitely be able to buy Mr. Takeshita Kusaoke, no, it is Mr.'s "Snow Country". Let's go to the largest bookstore in the city first. If we can't buy it there, we turn to smaller bookstores in remote areas, and we don't necessarily find a windfall there. ”

For this reason, Yumi Oshima, who did not object, smiled lightly and said, "Shuichi, I really didn't expect you to be quite strategic." In the past, I really didn't find you good in this area. Hey...... Except for the teacher who thinks you are a manufacturable material, everyone thinks you are a stupid person. Now, I've finally figured out a little bit of the teacher's unique vision. Shuichi Minamino, who didn't get angry because of this, didn't even want dignity for love. He knew best that she was telling the truth. In the minds of everyone, I really have that negative image. (To be continued.) )