"Ahh That, Higashino-sensei, I don't always want you to give me the position of the heroine when I say this... That one... Even if it's a trick, I'm willing to dub it. ”

After Riko Hasegawa finished saying the previous words, she felt that there was something wrong with what she said, so she hurriedly added.

She just wanted to thank Tsukasa Higashino... And as a voice actor, the only thing she can do is her voice... That's why I put forward this idea, not because I want to go up through this relationship.

Because it was Tsukasa Higashino who gave her this only chance.

She didn't know how long she had been standing by the door of the Dujing Animation Production Company, and when it was cold, she also asked many animation supervisors or deputy supervisors, hoping that they could give her a chance to dub.

But there are very few people who can get a response, basically every cover letter is a stone, and occasionally there is a response, that is also in the hope that she can use her physical aspect as a reward in exchange for some inconsequential roles.

This made Riko Hasegawa feel deeply insulted.

But after all, she and AK89 have had a period of procrastination, and she is under the other party's public relations operation, and her online reputation and public opinion are not optimistic.

Most of the overseers were reluctant to invest resources into her little-known voice actor, and a few overseers were interested in her innocent and delicate face.

And even when she herself wanted to give up, Higashino Division, who left two days ago, suddenly came to visit and expressed his willingness to give her a chance to audition for the heroine.

You know, it's an animated movie called "Midnight Bells".

With an investment of 600 million yen in a large production, I don't know how many people have to drill into the production team of "Midnight Bell" after sharpening their heads.

Even if it's a trick, it's estimated that you'll have to pick it up when the time comes.

But Higashino is willing to give himself this opportunity.

Riko Hasegawa is originally a simple and serious girl, she just likes dubbing, she doesn't understand the twists and turns in the industry, she just likes the works of Tsukasa Higashino.

This is also the most important reason why she refused to do the pillow business in the first place.

Higashino Tsukasa attaches so much importance to her, of course she doesn't want to embarrass Higashino, so she said: "As long as there is a place that can be used for me, as long as Higashino-sensei gives me a call, I will definitely come over to help." ”

After finishing speaking, Riko Hasegawa didn't care whether Higashino Tsukasa could see it or not, and bowed respectfully while holding the phone.

As for what happened after "Midnight Bell" became famous... Then she doesn't care.

Anyway, she really didn't plan to join other firms, so she made up her mind to only dub the works of Tsukasa Higashino-

"I see. We'll have a chance to work together since then, Ms. Hasegawa. ”

Riko Hasegawa is a dedicated voice actor sent to the door, and of course Higashino Tsukasa has no reason to refuse.

And the next thing is simple, he asked Riko Hasegawa to familiarize himself with the script, and strive to directly take down the role of Reiko Asakawa the day after tomorrow.

"Whew... This is the end of the day. "Shiro picked up Riko Hasegawa, and Tsukasa Higashino was obviously in a good mood, so he simply didn't eat, and went upstairs again, planning to finish the storyboard of the original painting that he hadn't finished drawing today.

But he just took two steps and met Motohashi Daohiro head-on.

Honbashi was followed by a man in his forties, and next to the man in his forties, a slim girl also stood.

They kept their heads down, not knowing what they were discussing softly.

Higashino Tsukasa on the other side just glanced at it and felt that it was not as beautiful as Ryoka Konoe, so he naturally looked away, and at the same time greeted Motohashi Daohiro: "Brother Motohashi." ”

"Ah, it's Brother Higashino, come on, come on, introduce to Brother Higashino, this is Mr. Ishioka, the agent of the Ganglun Office, and next to him is Miss Kako Mizuguchi, a popular voice actor under him."

Motohashi Daohiro also happened to look up and saw Tsukasa Higashino, so he hurriedly stretched out his hand to introduce: "This is the original author of "Midnight Bell", Tsukasa Higashino, and the person in charge of the animation script and main original painting of the current "Midnight Bell" production team. ”

When Honbashi Daohiro introduced Ishioka and Mizuguchi Kako earlier, his attitude was actually not enthusiastic, after all, he was the supervisor of "Midnight Bell", and Ishioka and the two of them came to take a walk, and their faces were familiar, so of course he didn't have to be too polite.

And when he introduced Tsukasa Higashino, his attitude was full, and his tone was also very enthusiastic, which gave Tsukasa Higashino enough face.

If nothing else, there is still nothing to say about the attitude of the Japanese workplace, and if nothing else, at least Higashino feels very comfortable.

But...

Kako Mizuguchi?

Tsukasa Higashino thought to himself, isn't this the No. 1 candidate for Reiko Asakawa that Honhashi was not satisfied with two days ago? It's Riko Hasegawa's competitor.

Only then did he take a serious look at Mizukou Kako.

The other party looks to be in his twenties, with medium and long hair, delicate and cute, and is dressed very fashionably... It's probably the type that just wants the demeanor and not the temperature.

Anyway, Higashino Tsukasa felt cold when he looked at it.

But to be honest, the other party's appearance does have an advantage in publicity - but in idol publicity.

In 2003, the Japanese idol industry gradually eased up, and it was common for voice actors (voice actors) to hype up their operations as idols in a few years.

But it's a pity that "Midnight Bell" is a horror animated movie, and it is somewhat problematic to let such a baby face promote it.

It's no wonder that Katsuhiro Motohashi wasn't very satisfied with her before.

Thinking so, Ishioka on the other side lit up.

The one in front of me is the original author of "Midnight Bell", Tsukasa Higashino, and he is also the author of the animation script who has a lot of voice in the main creative group, so of course he has to stutter.

In addition, Tsukasa Higashino's works "Winner is Justice" and "Lonely Gourmet" are currently being serialized in magazines, and then maybe it will be TV drama or animation, so I can have this opportunity to have a good relationship with him... Naturally, Ishioka is reluctant to miss it.

He walked up with Kako Mizukou, bowed and handed over two business cards with both hands; "Hello, Higashino-sensei, I've admired the daimyo for a long time, I'm Naoto Ishioka."

One business card is Ishioka's own, and the other is Kako Mizuguchi.

"Hello, hello." Naturally, it was impossible for Higashino to say what he was thinking to his face, so he smiled and stretched out his hand to shake the two of them.

Higashino Division's appearance was originally the type that was handsome and good-looking, coupled with his amiable temperament, which made Mizuguchi Kako next to Ishioka also shine in her eyes.

She felt... If he hangs on the thigh of Tsukasa Higashino, the position of the heroine will definitely not be lacking in the future.

So Mizuguchi Xiangzi showed a sweet smile, showing a smile that seemed to melt an iceberg: "Hello, Mr. Higashino, I have always been interested in "Midnight Bell", and I have always wanted to meet you. ”

Her voice is not pretentious, and it is quite normal.

Higashino Tsukasa was also quite satisfied with this competitor, so he nodded and said, "Then Brother Motohashi, let's talk, I still have the original painting work to be busy over there." ”

As he spoke, he was about to take a step and leave.

But before he could take two steps, he was stopped by Tohiro Motohashi.

Tsukasa Higashino stopped, a little unsure of what he meant: "Brother Motohashi, are you...?" ”

"Don't worry, Brother Higashino, it just so happens that Ishioka-san and Miss Mizuguchi are here for the role of Reiko Asakawa in "Midnight Bell", you just happen to be here, and by the way, I will let you help with the idea."

Honbashi explained a sentence.

Oh...

It turned out that I came here for the role of Reiko Asakawa.

Originally, Higashino Tsukasa thought that the other party was just a simple face-brushing familiarity, but he didn't expect his ambition to be so big.

Honbashi told Tsukasa Higashino about this, probably because Tsukasa Higashino highly recommended Riko Hasegawa.

He made his words clear, and at the same time, he was afraid of Tsukasa Higashino's face... I have to say that Honbashi Daohiro is indeed a good person.

"Kako, she has the confidence to play the role of Reiko Asakawa well, Superintendent Motohashi, please give her this opportunity. And Xiangzi's condition is also very good, so there should be no one more suitable than Xiangzi at present, right? ”

Ishioka next to him was still whispering to convince Motohashi Daohiro.

What he says is basically half-truths.

Although Mizuguchi Kako is really good, it is not to the point where it is.

The main thing is that this time "Midnight Bell" is a big production, and he doesn't want to miss it.

In addition, this kind of casting is basically a first-strike win, as long as you give a good impression to the animation supervisor of Tohiro Motohashi, and the performance of his own voice actor is not abnormal, he will basically win it steadily.

Kako Mizuguchi next to her is also very smart, she didn't say a word, she just looked at Motohashi Daohiro with those big eyes, and her face was pitiful, which made people sympathize.

“... What do you think? Brother Higashino? Of course, it was impossible for Tohiro Motohashi to let go so easily, he groaned, and still handed over the right to speak to Tsukasa Higashino.

This made Ishioka and Mizuguchi Kako also feel sorry for themselves - it seems that Tsukasa Higashino's status in the production team is far higher than they imagined.

Generally speaking, this kind of animation casting, the author of the animation script has the right to suggest, but there are few such supervisions, and some things that depend on the face of the animation script happen.

In this regard, of course, Higashino Tsukasa smiled, and said to Ishioka and Mizuguchi Kako with a kind expression: "Actually, the two of you don't have to be so anxious, the day after tomorrow is the audition session, as long as Miss Mizuguchi performs well, of course this role is hers, and no one can take it away." Of course, I am also very optimistic about Miss Mizuguchi, and I think she can succeed. ”

He has a gentle gaze and is kind when he speaks, but as soon as he hears the content, Ishioka and Mizuguchi Kako know that something is going to be bad.

Tsukasa Higashino is refusing this.

The meaning of the words is also very clear... You will honestly participate in the audition, if you have the strength and the right one, we will hire you, and if you are not suitable, you will be brushed down, there is no back door to go here.

Ishioka didn't expect that this young man, who seemed to be quite amiable, would actually let him eat the stone as soon as he spoke.

You must know that even the Benqiao Daohong next to him just now has been doing Tai Chi for a long time, and he has not shown a complete attitude.

This made Ishioka cough too, and replied very dryly: "I understand, thank you Higashino-sensei for valuing Kako." We will try to overcome the difficulties and pass the audition session. ”

He said an official word, and did not choose to fight any longer.

After all, the purpose of being familiar in front of Honbashi Daohiro has also been achieved, although it is a pity that he can't directly go through the back door to decide on the candidate, but he also believes in the dubbing strength of Kako Mizuguchi.

It is definitely not difficult to win the role of Reiko Asakawa.

And didn't Tsukasa Higashino say it too?

He's also quite optimistic about Kako Mizukou.

Since Tsukasa Higashino has a good impression of her, the next audition session will be more sufficient.

In general, it was still earned.

Ishioka and Mizuguchi bowed to Tsukasa Higashino and Honhashi Daohiro, and then left satisfied.

When they completely disappeared from view, Honbashi Daohiro turned his head and asked Tsukasa Higashino: "Kako Mizuguchi's dubbing strength is still quite strong, Mr. Higashino." Will Miss Hasegawa be able to come up with a satisfactory result? ”

He's giving Higashino Tsukasa a vaccination.

The meaning of the words is very clear - even if it is recommended by Tsukasa Higashino, if Riko Hasegawa's voice acting strength is not as good as that of Kako Mizuguchi, he will still choose Kako Mizuguchi in the end.

Favor belongs to favor, strength belongs to strength.

The two are not the same thing.

In this regard, Tsukasa Higashino also answered him with great confidence: "Miss Hasegawa is preparing. ”

He said this with a lot of confidence, and there was a feeling that the role of Reiko Asakawa had basically been taken down.

The confidence in these words made Motohashi Can't help but look at him more.

It's not that he looks down on Tsukasa Higashino's eyes, it's just that Riko Hasegawa has a total of two works, which is the kind of character that has just debuted in her voice actor career, how did she feel invincible in Higashino's mouth?

You must know that Kako Mizuguchi is very experienced, and she has dubbed no less than ten animations, even if it is a famous animated movie, she has also participated in it, and has rich experience in dubbing.

Coupled with the sweet voice of the person, the other party is basically positive even in the circle.

Why does Tsukasa Higashino think that a rookie voice actor who has only dubbed two official works can fight with the old fritter of Kako Mizuguchi?

And Honbashi Daohiro hasn't seen the image of Riko Hasegawa yet, so if she looks ugly, she won't use it.

Under all these factors, why can Tsukasa Higashino be so confident?

Could it be that he is not only a ghost manga author and a ghost animation scripter... Need one more ability to identify talents?

That's too much, isn't it?

He thought about it for a while, and finally said, "I have a lot of confidence in Miss Mizuguchi, but since Mr. Higashino recommends Miss Hasegawa like this... Then I'll look forward to her performance the day after tomorrow. ”

"It's really a voice actor to look forward to." Higashino said with a smile and nodded at the same time.

Just say that.

After all, facts speak louder than words.

He is still quite confident in his own 'Snow Girl'.

When the time comes, it will be clear whether it will be a mule or a horse, and it will be clear if you pull it out for a walk.