Tokyo: My debt collection methods are a bit off.

Let me express my feelings about my creative process and thank myself for my hard work.

Actually, I'm not a novice; this is already my fourth book.

My first book, which only garnered over sixty pre-orders, was a complete flop. From being full of ambition when I first signed a contract to being disheartened after just one round of sales, I was so discouraged that I almost gave up on the project altogether.

Fortunately, a reader named "Dream and Stardust" has been supporting me, encouraging me, giving me tips, and recommending my books to me from time to time in other authors' groups.

When I was at my lowest point, he was my first butler and my first leader. I was truly touched.

I wonder if "Dream and Stardust" has seen my book. I really hope he has.

My second book had over 600 first-day orders, which is a big improvement. It's also my first million-word novel.

I really liked the second book, but its writing style, writing ability, and plot were all rather poor, so I won't recommend it to anyone here.

The third book also showed a slight improvement, with over nine hundred initial subscriptions, roughly a thousand, but this was due to the benefits of fan fiction.

I personally feel that it's not even as good as my second book, so after thinking it over, I've decided to go back to the original content section and keep working hard.

Thankfully, I started this original book; otherwise, how could I have met you handsome and dashing people?

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Lastly, if any of you readers have made it this far, please take a look.

Readers can skip this section.

I am very grateful to "Shiguang," the editor who helped me with this book.

I submitted this book to two editors I had previously worked with, but it seems like they both disappeared without a trace.

No one was willing to reply to me at all. Fortunately, an author friend recommended me to Shiguang, who kindly helped me out and got the contract settled the next day.

Let's not talk about whether he's a good person or not.

I'll only tell you the key points you want to know. Time Master replies to messages very quickly and reads manuscripts very quickly. You can ask for updates every day and he won't bother you.

From the time I started reading until now, when I didn't have any progress at first, I basically asked him to read the story every day and would ask him to help me check for any plot holes in the chapters from time to time. He always helped me patiently.

Not at all perfunctory!

Moreover, what surprised me the most was that during the revision process, Time was a great help to me.

This is the first time I've ever met an editor who edits a text alongside the author.

What's there to hesitate about? Send him the manuscript as soon as you have it.

He is extremely responsible.

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And to my lovely author friends, I won't go into too much detail about thanking you; I just feel really bad about thanking you all.

We must crush you all and sacrifice you to the heavens!

The following is the list of those to be sacrificed to Heaven:

The ultimate tentacle monster, his speed of writing 4,000 words per hour is something I can only envy; reading his books is a feast for the eyes.

This author is a top-tier LOL novel writer with over 10,000 subscribers. Their works are of very high quality, with excellent control over pacing and satisfying moments.

A highly anticipated masterpiece of Dream of the Red Chamber fiction, a work of political intrigue.

It's a high-quality history book that's really enjoyable to read and is also very popular on TikTok.

A top author who can consistently produce high-quality chapters even with just one chapter a day—you can imagine how high the quality is. It's almost at the end now, so you don't need to worry about updates anymore. You can read with peace of mind.

A slow-burning Chinese entertainment novel where both career and love flourish.

It's a slow-burn urban novel where others become stronger simply by obeying orders. I'd also like to write a novel with this kind of "golden finger" (cheat code), as it seems pretty good.

If you don't understand Marvel, gentlemen who are interested can go check it out themselves.

A masterpiece of political intrigue and political maneuvering, this million-word novel boasts an excellent plot.

Back to 1980, ushering in a new era.

This book doesn't attract a large number of readers, but its subscription rate is ridiculously high: 3,000 favorites and 1,500 subscriptions per day, which is enough to show that the quality is not low. Those who like LOL can give it a try.

And there's Yun Chang, who hasn't published a book yet, Nan Shan, who changes her name so often it makes my head spin, and Xu Mi Hua, whose female-oriented books aren't convenient to recommend. Let me absorb some of your good fortune too.

I'll drain all your luck!

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Alternatively, you can join the group to view it after subscribing tomorrow.

The link to join the group is on the introduction page of the Qidian APP. Because we are afraid of being attacked by malicious people, we have set up this small threshold.

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Enough of this small talk, let's stop here.

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Chapter 83 Jealousy

Even at the end of April, the evening air was still cool.

When the wind blows, there is a pleasant and refreshing feeling.

"Hoshino Jun and Kato Nana returned to school side by side, facing a large number of former students who had left the school."

"They are like people who go against the tide of the times."

Hearing the girl's murmur beside her, Hoshino Jun couldn't help but turn her head to glance at her. The pretty girl was shaking her head and swaying her head while clutching her schoolbag, probably composing a modern poem.

It's just that the skill level is not high.

That's wonderful; a literary girl radiating youthful energy will add a lot of color to the scene.

"Nana said I was a chuunibyou (a person with delusions of grandeur), but it turns out I'm not much different," Hoshino Jun chuckled.

"Hoshino-kun, you don't understand. It's because the tea ceremony club has this part."

Seemingly sensing the mockery, Kato Nana bit her lower lip and said angrily.

Why did this awkward moment occur?

"We can't just drink tea every day, can we?"

"Too."

Upon reaching the school gate, Hoshino Jun stopped, while Kato Nana continued her arduous journey, writing poetry.

Suddenly, a gust of wind blew by, lifting the girl's skirt, and the pure white color flashed past Hoshino Jun.

Kato Nana quickly pulled her skirt and turned to look at Hoshino Jun.

"Yes, it's black."

"Hoshino-kun, you big liar."

Slightly disappointed that Hoshino hadn't seen it, the girl grumbled under her breath and then asked:

"Why did you stop?"

"Nana, you go in first, I'll wait for someone here."

Hoshino Jun looked up at the sky, thinking that it had taken her about ten minutes to stroll back with Kato Nana.

The supermarket isn't far from the school; if you're willing to spend the money to take a taxi, you should be there in no time.

If you don't want to take the bus, you probably have about ten minutes left.

"Who is Hoshino-san waiting for?" Kato Nana asked knowingly. "Can't I wait with Hoshino-san?"

"I'm waiting for my girlfriend. How can I let Nana come along? What if she gets angry when she sees us?"

Because there were quite a few people around, Hoshino Jun spoke in a low voice, but enough to ensure that Kato Nana could hear him.

The girl opened her mouth, looking at Hoshino Jun's excessively handsome face, wanting to say something but hesitating to speak.

To be honest.

She was a little jealous.

but

She also knew that she was not Hoshino's girlfriend.

What right do they have to be jealous?

It's okay!

'Hoshino likes to order Nana around, and Nana is just toying with Hoshino's feelings.'

'When I'm done playing, I'll kick Hoshino-kun away with a good kick.'

'Let Hoshino-kun know how cruel Nana can be, hmph~!'

After silently comforting herself for a moment, the pretty girl gave a bright smile, turned around, and casually waved to Hoshino Jun.

"Hoshino-san, please don't let that auntie know about our relationship, otherwise she might have a breakdown."

Kato Nana couldn't help but call her "Auntie".

No matter how beautiful she is, she's still an auntie. How could she be more attractive than a young girl in the prime of her life?

Right?

The girl quietly turned her head to look at Hoshino Jun's expression.

Hoshino Jun remained expressionless and waved her hand in return: "Yeah, don't worry, I've always been a very cautious person."

"That's good. As long as she doesn't find out, Hoshino and I can keep playing our game."

Kato Nana smiled slightly and hurried towards the school with light steps.

Watching Kato Nana enter the campus first, Hoshino Jun took out her phone to check the time.

6:15.

That should be about right.