On the day of the launch,
the first thing Aika did after getting up was wash her face and teeth, light incense, and clasp her hands.
"Deceased grandparents, please bless Mirai-sensei to have fewer sales this time." She said to the photo: "Weekly Boutique has finally opened a gap. If Mirai Manga fills it, it will be difficult for your grandson to become the number one mangaka in Japan."
Kanto no longer boasts of being the number one mangaka, but Aika has not forgotten this ambition. Now is the best time to defeat Mirai-sensei. The right time, place, and people belong to Aika. If she doesn't defeat Mirai-sensei this time, she may have no hope in life.
She does not want to be inferior to others and must succeed this time, no matter what.
However, Mirai-sensei is too formidable. Aika gradually understands why Kanto Manga Company has gone to such lengths to deal with him. As far as manga is concerned, none of the mangaka can compete with Mirai-sensei.
This time it's not enough...
"We should win, master."
After breakfast, the young driver Tanaka who came to pick him up said: "Weekly Boutique has just been released. Few people are willing to pay for new manga, right? Besides, it's the first weekday, and Mirai Manga's sales won't be the same as last time."
The launch time this time is exactly the opposite of last time. Weekly Boutique is ahead of Mirai Manga. If it's the same as last time, it should cause some loss in Mirai Manga's sales.
"I hope so."
Aika nodded, but she was very nervous. Who can guarantee that there will be no accidents in Mirai-sensei's case? That mangaka has always subverted others' common sense.
On the street, a car passed by a bookstore's door. Aika saw the scene inside the bookstore from the car. Her heart sank.
Crowd, effervescent noises: Mirai Manga's sales scene. It was almost the same as last month.
When a magazine is launched, it can be said to be a coincidence that it's popular once. However, it's still just as popular the second time. It's an undeniable necessity.
"Hahahaha!"
exclaimed Mach, also in front of a bookstore. He burst out laughing when he saw the scene. Although it wasn't his magazine, he was happier than with his own manga.
"We won! Without a doubt, One Piece has surpassed The Detective's Son!"
exclaimed Mach. Regardless of how this confrontation unfolds, One Piece's popularity has far surpassed The Detective's Son's.
The sales of the six Weekly Boutique manga were not as good as One Piece's. No matter how much the media promoted it, they failed to deceive or confuse readers. Mirai Manga is already the best-selling manga magazine in Japan.
"But Mirai-sensei is truly ruthless with his enemies,"
sighed Tomato next to Mach. He felt deep compassion for Aika. This man had enough resources, but, unfortunately, he chose the wrong opponent.
"Congratulations, in the future, the media will no longer laugh at you, Master Mach,"
Tomato told Mach. He understood where Mach's joy came from. This former Tatsuryū Publishing mangaka was the first to stand against Mirai-sensei. Many said that his failure wasn't because Mirai-sensei was too strong, but because Mach seemed good but was useless.
But this time, Kanto Manga Company sent its strongest mangaka. In the end, Mirai-sensei defeated him. If the single volume was defeated by "Detective Conan", the world would not question Mirai-sensei's strength and would re-evaluate Mach.
"Humph, say what you will...". However, now Mach no longer has the spirit to fight by force, and he will no longer be saddened by the media's judgment: "As long as I see Mirai-sensei win, I'll be very satisfied."
As a mangaka at Hinotori Publishing, Mach understands that Mirai-sensei's glory is the company's glory. Seeing Kanto slowly heading towards failure, the feeling of defeating the strong with the weak is truly refreshing!
"Tomato, this issue of Mirai Manga depends a lot on you..." Mach praised him: "You and Mirai-sensei can draw ten chapters of manuscripts in one month, which is truly amazing."
Now he admires Tomato. Tomato also has a "Detective Conan" series. It's surprising that he can complete such intense work in one month.
"By the way, did Mirai-sensei ask you to be One Piece's official assistant?"
Mach asked hesitantly.
"Yes..."
Tomato nodded, and shivered at the thought: "I refused. You don't know, when Mirai-sensei works, he's simply deadly. Look at me...".
He pulled at the loose waistband of his pants and said with a sad face:
"Less than a month has passed, and I can no longer wear my old pants. Sakura makes me soup every day, but I keep losing weight!"
In Tomato's mind, Mirai-sensei was considered a workaholic. Being his assistant, there's no guarantee that he won't be asked for overtime one day. So being an assistant for one manga is fine, but being an assistant for two manga is a risk!
"You don't want to be an assistant?"
Mach, who had never suffered, asked, not understanding what Tomato was thinking. His eyes lit up and he asked enthusiastically: "Then could you recommend me to Mirai-sensei? I'm insensitive, honest, and hardworking!"
Tomato's face flushed with embarrassment. He never thought Mach had those characteristics.
"You also want to be Mirai-sensei's assistant? I advise you to give up on that. Being Mirai-sensei's assistant is very stressful, and you can't draw in One Piece's style."
In fact, in the past few days, someone has secretly been begging Tomato to be Mirai-sensei's assistant.
Tomato undoubtedly understands the reason, which is due to the news he accidentally leaked at a party. Being Mirai-sensei's assistant generates more income than drawing manga, and one can learn many skills. Naturally, other mangaka are very enthusiastic.
"The drawing style is not a problem. I just need to practice a lot. As long as I work as an assistant for a while, I will undoubtedly make a lot of progress," Mach said confidently. His talent is superior to Tomato's, and he believes he can adapt to One Piece's work.
"And... that..."
Mach's face suddenly flushed. He nodded and said: "Aren't you married? I'm no longer young, so I want to go with Mirai-sensei to earn money..."
Tomato was stunned.
"Is your girlfriend pushing you?"
A glimmer flashed in his eyes. That's a good thing. If Mach is handed over to the tigress as soon as possible, he will never dare to be unfaithful again.
"Yes..."
Mach nodded, with a glimmer of happiness in his eyes: "She took the initiative to say she wants to have a child for me. Look how sweet she is. Anyway, your problems have been solved, why don't you help me?"
"Okay."
Tomato nodded this time and called Takumi to ask him about the matter.
"Assistant?"
Takumi thought. The drawing style in One Piece is quite alternative. If it's for the future, now is the time to recruit assistants and gradually refine them.
"Okay, let him try."
He agreed, but one assistant wasn't enough, so he thought of another person who could be his assistant.
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