Chapter 217 High heels falling to the ground
In fact, the matters in the contract have not changed much. The most important thing is to change some resource treatment matters, including things such as copyright development.
After Zeshan Harunye glanced at it for a few times, he stopped thinking about it, took the pen and was about to sign the contract.
Perhaps for some works that are sure to be popular, handing over the power of copyright development to a publishing group will be a disadvantage, but Haruno Sawayama estimates that he does not have that much energy to deal with such things, so it is better to directly Leave it to the publishing group to develop it, and you can still sit back and collect the money.
What's more, the copyrights of these literary works in the previous life are also in the hands of these publishing groups, so Haruno Sawayama has no psychological burden when signing the contract, and can just follow the development route of the previous life.
What's more, he has more than one book in his mind now. If he just pursues film and television adaptations, he can write other more popular works at any time.
"Teacher Kiriyama is really decisive."
Riho Morikawa, who was sitting opposite, looked at Haruno Sawayama in surprise.
She thought that the other party would be more cautious, and even proposed the idea of taking the contract home to study it carefully. However, she did not expect that the other party would just sit down and read it over before signing it. She couldn't help but admire the other party's decisiveness in her heart.
"Anyway, it's a contract signed by a book, not by a person, so you don't need to worry about it for too long."
Haruno Sawayama signed his name in a few seconds, and then took out his seal to stamp another document. He did not forget to smile and said: "Besides, it would be better to get it done and published as soon as possible."
"Publishing will be done very quickly. After all, Kodansha is a long-established publishing house and it cooperates with many printing companies."
Riho Morikawa leaned back on her seat and found a more comfortable position. She gently shook her high heels under the table where Haruno Sawayama could not see her.
"If nothing unexpected happens today, I will report to the department head and ask him to arrange printing matters as soon as possible, including the design of book covers, covers and typesetting. At that time, the first batch of books will be taken over first. Show it to Teacher Kiriyama.”
"That's good."
Listening to what the other party said, Sawayama Haruno felt a little more relieved.
As expected of a professional, he didn't even think of publishing a physical book or the design on the book cover. But then again, will the design in this life be the same as the previous one?
I'm really curious.
"Teacher Kiriyama will remember to give me a few autographed copies when the time comes."
Riho Morikawa joked: "Keep two copies for collection, and I will sell the others when Kiriyama-sensei becomes a great writer."
"You can have as many signatures as you want, but things are rare and expensive, Ms. Morikawa."
Sawayama Haruno stamped his personal seal with a smile.
This also means that his new contract with Kodansha has been signed.
As an old-fashioned contract, it will be invalidated and destroyed.
"for you."
"Okay, wait a minute, I'll take a photo and tell the supervisor."
Riho Morikawa smiled lightly and took the signed contract documents.
Then she placed another piece of information in front of Haruno Sawayama.
"Although it is a bit late to do this, it is still not too late to print and publish it. This is the information of some resource support plans within Kodansha."
Seeing Haruno Sawayama flipping through the pages very seriously, she chuckled and added: "Actually, you don't need to look so carefully, because if there are things on it, Teacher Kiriyama will definitely have them, and if there are things that are not on them, the leaders will probably apply for exceptions. Come down."
"It's quite impressive. Are there any cooperation promotions with other publishing houses?"
Haruno Sawayama glanced through it roughly.
He was a little surprised when he noticed that it was also cooperating with literary weekly magazines.
The island country is actually a very weird country, where weekly magazines are actually very popular.
This is the same even in the modern era of information technology. Whether it is a bookstore, a station, or even a B&B, karaoke OK, or Internet cafe, there will be a special place for newspapers and magazines at the entrance.
There are countless people who subscribe to newspapers and magazines every month, so this kind of publicity will actually be very powerful. After all, it appears next to you every day, and you will subconsciously glance at it even if you are not interested in this kind of work. .
Not to mention other channels such as online publicity, the island country's industrial chain in this regard has formed a very complete and complete scale, whether it is animation or books.
"It's all very basic publicity. Of course, the specific situation will probably be even more exaggerated when the release date is decided."
Riho Morikawa unscrewed the mineral water bottle on the table and said nonchalantly: "Why do you think our group doesn't have many capable writers now?"
There is really an urgent need for talents. Haruno Sawayama couldn't help but muttered in his heart.
Ms. Morikawa had also hinted to herself before that Kodansha intended to promote a pillar. Judging from the current situation, she was most likely favored by the senior management.
While he was thinking wildly, a soft "pop" sound interrupted Sawayama Haruno's thoughts.
He raised his head in confusion, only to see Riho Morikawa's face flushed.
"I'm sorry."
She didn't dare to look at Haruno Sawayama, so she could only apologize in a low voice.
Then before Haruno Sawayama could react, he quickly put his feet into the high heels that he accidentally dropped to the ground.
I got so carried away.
Riho Morikawa was a little annoyed because she would make such a mistake whenever she got carried away.
Even if I was hanging on the high heels with my toes, they actually fell off and made a sound.
Fortunately, Teacher Kiriyama didn't notice. If you don’t look at the descriptions in his book, maybe Teacher Kiriyama is actually an “experienced driver” and he will probably realize it soon, right?
Facts have proved that Riho Morikawa's guess was not wrong. After a short silence, Haruno Sawayama quickly realized what the movement was about.
Looking at the red-faced editor in front of him, he blinked and changed the subject in an understanding way: "There are light novels over there, right?"
"Ah?"
"The writer's problem I just mentioned."
"Oh. It can only be said that the level there is average, let alone that we are in the physical sector."
Riho Morikawa flipped her hair, coughed twice and said, "That's why the senior management of the group will be so concerned about you after they know the result of the game. I guess it won't be long before they find an opportunity to treat you to dinner."
"Yeah."
Sawayama Haruno raised his head and glanced at the other party, feeling a little funny.
Speaking of which, the other party's expression changed really quickly and returned to normal so quickly.
The physical market these days is indeed extremely bleak. Although Kodansha is one of the established publishing groups, it is still on a downward path. It can be said that it is no longer as brave as it used to be.
The best estimates currently made are still Kadokawa Group and Hitotsubashi Publishing Group, while Shinchosha and Kodansha are in a relatively delicate position.
But yes, after all, there are many missing writers from previous lives.
Haruno Sawayama put the information in his hand aside and said with a smile: "It's almost time to eat, right?"
"Then I would rather obey your orders than be respectful."
Riho Morikawa clasped her hands together and looked at each other with a smile.
Strictly speaking, it's not their editor's lunch break yet.
But then again, Riho Morikawa is now voluntarily working overtime and returning to the company to handle contract matters.
After processing, you can naturally go back to your normal rest time, so leaving early has nothing to do with Haruno Sawayama going to eat.
In this way, Riho Morikawa first reported the contract to her supervisor, and then followed Haruno Sawayama to a nearby newly opened sushi restaurant for dinner.
Although before coming, Haruno Sawayama said that he would treat the guests, but after they finished eating, Riho Morikawa bought the order first.
"Miss Morikawa, why are you so embarrassed?"
After walking out of the sushi restaurant, Sawayama Haruno looked at each other helplessly.
"What does it matter? I should have invited you."
Riho Morikawa waved her hand and said with a smile: "I told you last time, because you were invited to the dinner by the Ishizawa family, and I was also invited."
"After returning to Tokyo yesterday, the senior management also expressed their intention to promote me before the end of the year. It is estimated that I will be able to move to a separate office soon."
"So that's it." Haruno Sawayama reacted immediately, chuckled and joked, "Then you really should treat me to this meal. Remember to treat me again when you get promoted."
"Then it depends on your sales performance."
Riho Morikawa hit his arm pretending to be joking.
There was no force, the opponent's fist was soft, but it seemed like he was acting coquettishly.
"Okay, I'm going to go back and enjoy my rare vacation."
After joking with Haruno Sawayama, Riho Morikawa immediately took a few steps back.
While she was adjusting her hair, she inadvertently observed the other person's reaction with her peripheral vision.
"The vacation will probably be a bit long, but I will contact Teacher Kiriyama again after the first batch of printed books comes out."
"You can just tell me when the time comes, and I can come and get it myself."
Sawayama Haruno looked as usual, as if nothing happened just now.
This actually made Riho Morikawa feel a little regretful.
But she thought about it again and felt relieved.
There are too many outstanding girls around the other party, so of course they will not react to such a move.
Although Haruno Sawayama is actually less than twenty, he is far more mature than people of the same age.
Thinking about it carefully, it seemed like he had gone too far with his joke.
But it’s normal, women themselves are attracted to good men.
Riho Morikawa smiled relievedly, and after saying goodbye to Haruno Sawayama, she walked slowly towards the station.
When she was about to disappear around the corner, she turned back and waved to Haruno Sawayama.
(End of chapter)