Chapter 51: The Winner of Life (Laughs)
Many people came to the awards party held at the hotel, and in addition to the three award-winning writers, the editors of GAGAGA Bunko and a group of popular writers who served as judges remained.
Occasionally, trembling young men could be seen walking through the crowd, cautiously looking at the editors and teachers they encountered, with a look of hesitation that wanted to talk but didn't know what to do.
These newcomers who have just debuted will be invited over, probably because the people in the editorial department think they need to be tempered.
You must know that even hard-working blacksmiths will run to the merchant to discuss cooperation with him, so even the writer who works in front of the computer has to learn to go out and communicate with people, so as to find his own shortcomings.
Originally, as the companion of Kasumiqiu's Shiyu, Gu Wuke didn't expect that he would be sandwiched in the Shura field between Kasumi's Hill and Yingli Pear.
They don't like their feelings, but want to 'defeat' each other through Gu Wu's important 'combat power'.
As 'enemies', Kasumigaoka and Yingli are unwilling to admit defeat, which is why Gu Wu's existence has become so important.
It is not an exaggeration to use the word 'left hug and right hug' to describe the current Gu Wu, after all, the person who grabbed his left hand was Xia Zhiqiu, and his right hand was hugged by Ying Lili, and the two girls had no intention of giving in.
Most of them saw Gu Wu, a special existence, and some of the young people cast a look of envy, jealousy and hatred towards Gu Wu, as if they were going to pierce Gu Wu's chest with their sharp gaze.
But fortunately, there were a lot of people in the hall, and the two girls who realized that it was very rude to continue arguing let go of Gu Wu, which made Gu Wu breathe a sigh of relief.
"I said...... This is an important day for Kasumigaoka-san, so Sawamura-san will give it a little. ”
"From the beginning, I didn't deliberately bother Kasumigaoka Shiyu, but the seniors of the school can win awards, and I'm very happy as a junior.。
I don't know if Ying Lili's speech came from the heart, at least it proves that she didn't have the idea of continuing to entangle.
"Ahh I'm also very happy to be cared for by my juniors, so how about you bring your face over and I will sign it for you? ”
"How can anyone write a signature on someone's face, and I don't want it!"
"Also, according to Sawamura's open-minded and lively personality, it should be written on the stomach, right?"
"You think I'm stupid, don't you?"
The two heroines began to fight each other again, but fortunately, Gu Wu brought them to the corner of the room in advance and did not pay too much attention.
"Okay, okay, there are about five minutes left before the award ceremony, so Kasumigaoka-san, let's hurry up and prepare, and there are still questions to discuss about long-form and short-form comics afterwards."
GAGAGA Bunko wants to make this award-winning work a long story and at the same time attract popularity by making it a comic.
Keep in mind that their previous reader poll received more than 100,000 valid votes; Although there may be the possibility that readers will swipe votes for their favorite works, it also proves that there is a high level of attention and there is an opportunity to tap the potential.
I have to say that GAGAGA Library's trick is very good, in the shortest possible time, it has not only attracted many new authors to submit, but also won attention, which can be said to kill three birds with one stone.
"Yes, I'll talk to the person in charge first, you two can eat something casually here, Mr. Gu Wu has to take care of someone who likes to act without permission."
Kasumigaoka ignored Eiri, who was baring her tiger teeth when she heard this, and turned around and walked towards the other exit of the hall.
"That hateful guy, Mr. Gu Wu, let's go first."
"Forgive me refusal, what would Sawamura-san want to eat? I'll go get you plates and cutlery. ”
"The fruit salad over there is good."
Ying Lili, who was immediately distracted, pointed to the dishes on the table, probably an afternoon of activities that made her hungry.
Gu Wu and Ying Lili walked to the table together, Gu Wu brought the tableware, and the two began to enjoy it like everyone else.
Some editors are discussing with each other about future course of action, and young writers are exchanging experiences, thinking about what kind of subject matter is most popular, how to develop the plot, and so on.
With a fork pierced the bacon into his mouth, he glanced at the hall and whispered.
"Everyone looks like a very powerful person, did Kasumigaoka Shiyu actually get the first place...... It's amazing. ”
"Yes, the competition is fierce."
"Wow! You can't tell Kasumigaoka what you just said! ”
"Don't worry."
Ying Lili, who came back to her senses, couldn't take back what she had just said, so she hurriedly agreed with Gu Wu not to tell Xia Zhiqiu.
Maybe there is another reason why Ying Lili came with her, that is, she wants to see with her own eyes how powerful Kasumigaoka Shiyu is, so as to motivate herself.
A strong opponent can be tricky, but at the same time, it can also be a morale booster.
As Gu Wu had just said, about five minutes later, a man with half-white hair stepped onto the slightly higher podium in the hall and clapped his hands to attract the attention of everyone present.
"I'm Torotaro Kusano, the editor-in-chief of GAGAGA Bunko, and I thank you very much for your support. Whether you are a winning contestant or a non-winning contestant, I believe you can all find your own path in the coming time. ”
Kusano, who bowed, moved the manuscript in front of him.
"In recent years, the market of publishing houses has been changing, the number of excellent works has been decreasing, and the animation industry has encountered bottlenecks, and the purpose of our short story call is to find excellent newcomers as quickly as possible, and now that goal has been achieved."
After a pause, Kusano stared at the guests below and breathed a sigh of relief.
It can be seen that the next moment is the award ceremony.
"There were three winners, the silver prize was won by Mr. Haruo Shimoyama, the gold prize was won by Mr. Shuntaro Kume, and the grand prize was won by Ms. Shiwa Kasumigaoka."
The three winners stepped up from the back passage and received certificates from Kusano himself.
"We will cooperate with the three teachers, and we will need your help to make the works long-form and comic, and I hope you will move forward with us at that time."
A round of applause rang out for Kusano and the other three winners.
The award is not time-consuming, and it is a very simple matter in itself.
The next three winners were surrounded by a crowd of people, including several journalists who focused on news in the light novel industry, as well as some writers who were interested in their work.
Gu Wu saw the Xiazhiqiu in the crowd casting a look for help at him, and Gu Wu, who was smiling, said that she should work hard to socialize and make a good impression in front of others.
Shifting his gaze, by the time Gu Wu came back to his senses, the Ying Lili beside him had long since disappeared.
Putting down the plate in his hand, Gu Wu first drank the wine in the cup, turned around and walked in the direction of the exit.
I wanted to go around the restaurant, but Gu Wu soon found that the blonde girl was sitting on a sofa for rest next to the bar, her face was flushed, and she looked like she had a cold.
"Sawamura-san?"
"Isn't this Mr. Gu Wu? You're such a fool...... I invited you to dinner, but you came here! Not...... Stupid! ”
Gu Wu glanced at the thing in front of her, it was a wine-flavored cake with brandy added, Gu Wu had seen it just now.
Couldn't it be drunk? But is that really the case?
Gu Wu sat down next to Ying Lili, he took a cup of tea and a glass of wine from the waiter passing by, but before drinking, Gu Wu planned to let Ying Li Li drink the tea first.
"Sawamura-san, speed drank this."
"I seem to see ...... Two Mr. Gu Wu. ”
"Hurry up."
Gu Wu didn't want Ying Lili to return to his home like this.
Urging Ying Lili to drink the tea that had a relieving effect, Gu Wu ate the rest of the cake she left.
I don't think there's anything to do with me, huh? Looking at the groggy Ying Lili, Gu Wu found that his reason for being here was not sufficient, could it be that Xia Zhiqiu just wanted to give her a strong courage by himself?
The thinking was not over, and Kasumigaoka, who had finished his social activities, appeared in front of Gu Wu with a tired face.
"Mr. Gu Wu, you actually left me alone in that kind of place."
"I don't think there's anything wrong with communicating with those big guys and budding newcomers."
"Actually, I don't really like this kind of communication, you just want to make yourself more visible, right? I like the book signing more than that. ”
"It's a little late, but congratulations on winning the big prize."
"It's not my credit alone, it's also thanks to Mr. Gu Wu."
Xia Zhiqiu glanced at the Ying Li beside Gu Wu, and his face was puzzled.
"What's going on with this guy?"
"Actually......"
"I'm a little thirsty, can I drink this?"
"I haven't drunk it, but I ......"
Before Gu Wu finished speaking, Xia Zhiqiu drank all the wine in the cup in one gulp.
Gu Wuna's alcohol is not high, the problem is that drinking it all in one go will also have an impact.
"Hiccup......
Kasumigaoka's cheeks also turned crimson like Ying Lili, and she turned to look at Gu Wu with a hiccup.
"It's a partnership! You can't leave the team without permission! ”
"Yes, yes!"
Seeing Xia Zhiqiu coming over, Gu Wu responded quickly.
Smelling the smell of wine coming out of Kasumigaoka's mouth, Gu Wu knew that there was one more drunk.
"Mr. Gu Wu, don't talk to that guy."
"Isn't this Sawamura-san? Why are you still here? ”
"I've always been there."
"Is there a spirit behind it?"
"Don't curse people."
The two girls across Gu Wu began to argue again.
It's okay to talk about the long-form nature of Kasumigaoka's works later, right?
Thinking of this, Gu Wu was the same as when he came, hugged them left and right, but when he came in, he was passive, and this time he was active.
On the way, someone suspected that Gu Wu was a pervert and wanted to do something, but the person who asked was instead told by Ying Lili and Kasumigaoka, who chanted unclear lines such as 'partner' and 'comrade-in-arms'.
"Sure enough, tonight was a troublesome night......"
It's a bit of a perk, though.
Grabbed by Yingli Li's ears and hair.,Hugged by Kasumigaoka from behind.,Chest and part are also pasted.,But it's ......
"Don't use me like a horse!!"
The two girls seemed to want to climb onto Gu Wu's head, and moved their hands and feet in a daze.
There's no way, let's send them back first! Three together!