Tokyo girls have a big problem

Chapter 56 What the Three of Them Each Care About

Seeing that Ai took out a thermos, she also took two cups from the tea tray that had become part of the club.

After pouring hot tea into both cups, she used the thermos cup that came with her own.

"You still stick to this habit?" Miyako Yaeko picked up the cup closest to Aoyama Risa.

Aoyama Riki said, "That is..."

"Her mother brewed it for her every day by hand. It is said that drinking it during puberty has special effects and can help people maintain their youthful appearance for a long time. Because she herself did not want to drink it, I drank it with her for three years."

"I mean, that cup is mine."

"It's ok."

Even if you have connections, it's too late; Miyako Yaeko has already drunk it.

She said, "As long as the cup you used has been washed, I won't worry about 'getting sick'."

Aoyama Risa was already upset that someone else was using his cup, and now he was even more upset.

"You deliberately took a cup that was far away from you because you were worried I would hurt you?" Ai asked, laughing as she drank more water.

Setting down her cup, she continued, "Alright, let's officially begin the agenda meeting. First, let's talk about the publisher's name."

“There are advantages to having three people; we can vote to decide,” said Aoyama. “I’ll vote for ‘interesting.’”

“I propose that Aoyama be only responsible for writing books and receiving dividends, and have no decision-making power over other matters,” said Miyako Yaeko.

"I agree," said Jian Shangai, raising her hand with a smile.

"Hey, really?" Aoyama Risa smiled wryly.

Of course, I was just joking.

After careful discussion, the three finally decided that the publishing house would be named 'AAA'.

The three 'A's come from Ai Mikami's 'Ai', Yaeko Miyase's 'Yaeko', and Osamu Aoyama's 'Aoyama'.

There are also A-level publishers, those who only publish A-level books, and those who aspire to become A-level people.

“I still think ‘interesting’ is more interesting,” said Aoyama Osamu. “Isn’t the message of making the world more interesting better?”

"Next topic." (See the image of someone sipping tea, similar to a judge striking a gavel.)

Miyako Yaeko crossed her legs and leaned back in her chair. Holding a list of agenda items in her left hand and resting her chin on her right, she softly read aloud from the list: "Publish a paperback version directly."

“I’ve collected Japanese mystery novels that have sold over a million copies and studied their book designs,” Ai Mikami said.

For a novel to become a bestseller, the most important thing is that the content can move the reader, but the cover design is also very important.

Many, no, a considerable number of readers, especially female readers, will choose to buy a book simply because its cover and binding are attractive.

Do men tend to prefer the book title?

“Um, may I interject?” Aoyama Risa said, not quite daring, “I haven’t decided on a title yet.”

Seeing that Shang Ai didn't care, she said, "We can decide on the title after the novel is finished."

"I've already finished it, in my mind."

"How is it?" It was clear that Jian Shangai cared a little.

Because she doesn't interfere with the content, including the title, she leaves it to Aoyama Osamu to decide.

Thinking about it this way, wasn't her hesitation and concern a bit impolite?
I have absolutely no trust in Aoyama Osamu's naming abilities.

"I didn't ask." After a sudden pause, Aoyama Ryo changed his approach, "I think it's fine."

“After all, it’s a novel based on me.” Ai nodded in agreement.

I don't know which point she agrees with.

"The second book is based on me?" Miyako Yaeko looked at Aoyama Osamu.

"It's hard to say, inspiration decides."

It depends on which book's material is completed first.

“Look at me,” Miyako Yaeko pointed to her face, “face, lips, chest, waist, legs.”

She wore black stockings under her school skirt, the really high-end kind, the kind that looked amazing to the touch.

[Love in Daily Life - Meet Ai, Miyase Yaeko: 80%]

"I've got an idea!" Aoyama Ryo clenched his fist.

Miyako laughed: "You can look at me anytime from now on, even if you have to peep on me."

The source material is the best.

"If we keep changing the subject like this, when will you receive your first royalty payment, Aoyama-kun?" See iAsk.

"Regarding the cover design, I have two ideas. First, the colors should be simple but not simplistic, representing the colors of the male and female protagonists, as well as the composition of their relationship."

"Second, you can spend a little money to ask well-known writers to write recommendations. These things that are not suitable for the cover can be put on the dust jacket."

“Furthermore,” Aoyama added, “I have already thought of a title, ‘God’s Masterpiece 1: Detective A.’ The Japanese like to be modest, so such an arrogant title will definitely attract criticism, but there will certainly be some people who will like the book. The more heated the argument gets, the more people will know about the book.”

"Men only care about money and women." Miyako Yaeko picked up her teacup, took a sip, and chuckled softly.

Seeing this, the corners of Shang Ai's mouth also turned up slightly.

"The novel's perspective shifts between the male and female protagonists, and we need to reflect this in the content as well."

The novel was progressing smoothly. As lunch break was ending, Aoyama asked, "How soon will it take me to receive my first royalty payment?"

"After publication, it will take about three to six months. Unlike most authors, it might be a month or two faster." See Ai's reply.

Are we going to have to eat leftover curry for two months straight?
This calculation was started after the book was published.

“I can expedite the publication, but even then it will take one to two months,” said Yaeko Miyayo.

That is, four to eight months?

"You urgently need money?" Seeing the way Ai looked at Aoyama Ryo, "I don't have any extra money either. I need to fund the construction of a publishing house."

Judging from her demeanor, she probably suspects that Aoyama Ryo owes money or has some serious medical need.

“I want to buy a house near the school,” Aoyama explained. “I don’t like apartments; I want a detached house with a yard, big enough to grow something.”
"It's a three-person house with a walk-in closet and a parking space;"
"It should be similar to Shinnosuke Haruno's house, but slightly better."

“In the Minato Ward, such properties are generally priced above 4 million yen,” Miyako Yaeko estimated.

"Four hundred million." Jian Shangai fell into a deep thought.

"Can you take it out? We can take our time with the publishing house." Aoyama leaned slightly closer to the table.

See the Q&A section: "Are you renting? Is your rent due soon?"

"No, I just want to live in a better place."

[Love in Daily Life - Meet Ai, Miyase Yaeko: 81%]

He hesitated, wanting to speak but holding back.

At that moment, she regarded Aoyama as a hedonist—borrowing 10,000 yen and now in a hurry to buy a house, if not for his innate talent as a writer, he would be a complete scoundrel.

She was silent for a moment.

"Whatever, I don't have any money for you," she said.

“I’m sorry, but the royalty share is already very high, and I’m still pushing my luck,” said Aoyama Rido.

He wanted to get the money as soon as possible, no matter what.

“If all else fails,” Aoyama Risa said slowly after careful consideration, “I can buy out my share.”

"Buyout?" Jian Shangai looked at him.

“I’ll offer 500 million,” said Miyako Yaeko.

Aoyama Rika and Mikami Ai looked at each other: "Do you want to buy it? I'll sell it to you first."

"Are you out of your mind?" Jian Shang suddenly became rude.

She continued, somewhat puzzled and even a little angry, "Can't you even wait four months?"

“Yes.” Aoyama Ryo did not hesitate.

Just wait four months, and with the quality of "Detective A," Aoyama Risa will have a steady stream of income.

In the Japanese and overseas markets, it's highly possible to achieve financial freedom with just one book.

However, money is not important to him at all.

If the Ono sisters knew about this—of course, they wouldn't know, because they would scold him too, since they don't know how many adult books Aoyama could write.

Four months is too long!

By October of the second half of the year, after the cultural festival, the vast majority of senior high school students will withdraw from clubs and begin to seriously prepare for exams.

This semester is the last time Mika Ono can enjoy her high school life!
Even if he could earn tens of billions more by waiting four more months, he would choose to give it up.

"I'll give you a house you want. It's one of my own properties, and its value... is definitely over 6 million, though I don't know the exact amount." Miyako Yaeko made another offer.

Houses...

If possible, Qingshanli would prefer money.

However, even if you have the money, you might not be able to buy a house like this.

"Are you sure you don't want it?" Aoyama asked, seeing Aoi.

"No need." Seeing that Shang Ai didn't even bother to look at him, she picked up her teacup and drank.

“Add a little more cash, and my share is yours,” Aoyama Risa said to Miyako Yaeko.

"How much?" Miyako Yaeko didn't offer a price, but instead asked with a smile.

mean.

How much is good? Qingshan was caught in a dilemma.

He held up a finger.

"One million?" asked Miyako Yaeko.

“One… hundred million?” He meant to say “ten million,” but before he could finish, Aoyama changed his mind.

"You can move in this week, but the property will only be officially transferred to you after I have received all the novels and confirmed their quality."

"Where's the money?"

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