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After entering, having been notified in advance by the higher-ups, Luo Yu and his three companions walked in without any hindrance, took the elevator to the editorial department, and met the editor-in-chief.

After getting to know Sayuri Sawamura and Utaha, the editor-in-chief personally presented the signed contract.

"This is the contract we prepared for Mr. Sawamura. The terms are very good. Please take a look."

Sawamura Sayuri took the contract directly and opened it to read it.

Although she is a homebody, Sayuri Sawamura is very familiar with contracts as the manager of the family business, so she did not bring a lawyer this time and took on the responsibility herself.

After reading the entire contract, Sayuri Sawamura said with satisfaction, "It's a very good contract, even a little too good. Is this really okay?"

The editor-in-chief smiled and said, "Of course, although we have to give up some profits, you can trust that we will not do business at a loss. After our discussion and calculation, we are confident that Sawamura-sensei can successfully continue serialization according to the manga outline we saw before. With our promotion, this work will definitely not lose money. Including future collected volumes, anime adaptations, and merchandise, we will definitely earn even more."

After receiving a frank answer from the other party, Sayuri Sawamura, who was very knowledgeable about manga and related industries, nodded, signed her name on it, and handed it to Eriri.

"Then there's no problem, Eriri, sign it."

After signing her name, Eriri officially became a new serialized manga artist.

Of course, it will take another three weeks before it officially debuts as a serialized character in a magazine.

After the contract was successfully signed, the editor-in-chief called over a female editor and introduced her to Eriri.

The person who came to the meeting room when Luo Yu and Eriri submitted their work before is the editor who will be working with Eriri in the future.

The editor-in-chief was clearly in a very good mood. He looked at Luo Yu and the other three and said, "What a wonderful day! It's almost time. How about we have a meal together? We can also talk to Mr. Sawamura and everyone about some issues with the manga's serialization and our promotional efforts. The atmosphere will be even better if we chat while we eat. What do you think?"

Luo Yu knew this would happen; he had already told Sawamura Sayuri about it on the way here.

Luo Yu nodded and said, "Sure, but how about I decide where we eat? When we come to Tokyo, we usually have a regular restaurant. I think the editor-in-chief knows about Kiriya, right?"

Upon hearing the name of the Fog House, the editor-in-chief immediately perked up.

Judging by his physique, he's definitely a big eater, how could I not know that?

Chapter 619 The Feast in the Fog House (2/2)

"I've naturally heard of the shop opened by the Mist Empress, and I've even been there once, but someone else took me. It's very difficult to get to eat a full set of dishes made by her personally! But since I'm with Mr. Luo Yu, I'm sure I'll be in for a treat today."

Unlike their first meeting, the editor-in-chief, now reminded by higher-ups, knows some of Luo Yu's true identity.

The Fog House was naturally no challenge for Luo Yu.

Luo Yu smiled and said, "It seems there are no problems. Let's go then. We can eat and chat when we get there."

After leaving Jump's headquarters, Luo Yu and his group were in one car, while the editor-in-chief and Eriri's editor were in another.

The person in the car (Backup Group 2, 893, Editor-in-Chief 964460) told his subordinates more about Eriri's identity and Luo Yu's identity.

The female editor was unaware of these things before, and only now is she discovering that the new author under her supervision is not only a former fan artist, but also a real young lady from a wealthy family!

Adding to the connections with the Shinomiya family and the Totsuki Group, the female editor knew that while she had gained a very talented and capable author, she had also gained a little tyrant.

This time, we can't treat them like other authors. We don't have to treat them like ancestors, but at least we have to treat them with respect.

Soon, the two vehicles arrived at the Fog House.

Luo Yu had already made an appointment with Inui Hinako, so naturally, she would be in charge of dinner tonight.

Upon arriving at their usual private room, Luo Yu looked at Inui Hinako and said, "As before, Chef Hinako will decide the menu. Editor-in-Chief, is that alright? Are there any dietary restrictions?"

Since arriving, the editor-in-chief has been even happier than when she signed Eriri. She quickly shook her head and said, "There are no dietary restrictions. Chef Inui can arrange it! I really want to try it, but Chef Inui's dishes are already booked by too many people!"

Hinako Inui smiled and said, "There's nothing I can do about it. Over the past few years, my reputation has spread to some extent. Apart from Luo Yujun and a few others who come, my appointments are already booked for the next six months. However, I'm also training my assistants now, and the chefs in the kitchen have all improved their skills. Next time you have time, Editor-in-Chief, you can also come and experience it. I'm sure you won't be disappointed."

"sure!"

Then, Hinako Inui looked at Eriri and said, "I haven't congratulated Eriri yet! You're finally going to become a manga artist! I'll cook a new dish for everyone for free later as a congratulatory gift!"

Eriri happily hugged Hinako Inui: "Thank you, Hinako-neechan!"

Looking at the cheerful Hinako Inui, Luo Yu said, "Speaking of which, you know about Erina and the others' field training, right? Didn't you think about bringing a couple over to help you?"

When this was mentioned, Hinako Inui's cheeks puffed up in frustration.

"Of course I know, and I've already spoken to the headmaster, but the locations chosen for the on-site training are either new shops or have some operational issues. Besides letting students experience actual kitchen work, it's also about cultivating their problem-solving abilities. As for my place, the headmaster said my shop has no problems, so he won't assign anyone to it. That's too easy for the students! Ugh, I was thinking of at least sending Xiaohui here, since her culinary skills would be a perfect fit for my shop! Luo Yu-jun, could you please put in a good word for me?"

Luo Yu smiled and shook his head: "Sorry, the on-site training has already started, and I won't interfere with Totsuki's course schedule. But if you want, wait until the holidays. Xiao Hui will only go back for a few days during the New Year during the winter break. You can ask her yourself if she wants to come to your shop to learn. Offer her some benefits, like your own recipes, and I think it won't be a problem."

"Oh right! I can do it during summer vacation! I understand, thank you Luo Yu-jun. I'll go prepare the food for you now, please wait a moment!"

She blew a kiss to Luo Yu, and then Inui Hinako happily left the private room.

As she blew that kiss, Eriri looked at Luo Yu suspiciously after the door to the private room closed.

"Yu-kun, you wouldn't have gotten involved with Hinako-neechan, would you?"

Luo Yu glanced helplessly at Eriri: "Don't talk nonsense. When have you ever been here that you didn't know about? Instead of telling me this, you should ask your own editor more about the manga serialization."

Eriri pouted in annoyance, then went to her editor's side, and the two began to discuss things quietly.

Luo Yu and the editor-in-chief chatted about things in the comics industry while drinking tea.

Now that Eriri has become a manga artist, she should at least know a little about this field.

Fifteen minutes later, the dishes began to be served one by one.

Seeing the editor-in-chief's foodie expression, Luo Yu paused the chat and invited everyone to enjoy the food together.

The editor-in-chief was clearly a true foodie; after starting to eat, he had a blissful expression on his face and couldn't help but begin to analyze and comment.

Eriri's editor was similar; she was completely captivated by the dish after just one bite.

Unlike the editor-in-chief, she is just an ordinary working woman who can't afford to eat such delicious food on her own. It can only be said that she really made a profit in every sense of the word this time.

Luo Yu and the others didn't react that way. After eating it many times, although it was still delicious and they liked it, they didn't show too many exaggerated expressions.

The editor-in-chief thoroughly enjoyed the meal and even paid the bill himself.

Although Luo Yu didn't care about the money, he was quite pleased with the other party's initiative.

Upon leaving the misty room, the editor-in-chief shook Luo Yu's hand and thanked him profusely, saying, "Thank you so much, Luo Yu-kun. If it weren't for you, I wouldn't have been able to enjoy such delicious food! Please rest assured about Sawamura-sensei's matter; our editors will do their best to help her improve the manga. The promotional resources have also been prepared long ago."

Luo Yu smiled and nodded: "Then I'll have to trouble you."

Luo Yu drove back to Chiba, while the two editors returned to Jump headquarters. As working people, they still had to work overtime after socializing.

On the way back, Luo Yu turned to Eriri in the back seat and asked, "Are you getting along well with your editor?"

Eriri nodded happily: "Yes, no problem. This lady has a really nice personality! During dinner, she told me a lot of things that manga artists need to pay attention to, and her professional skills are also excellent!"

"That's good. Now let's focus on preparing for our debut. By the way, Eriri, have you considered continuing to use your Kashiwagi Eri account?"

This question left Eriri speechless.

It's obvious they haven't made a decision yet.

Chapter 620 After Returning Home (1/2)

Eriri said with a troubled look, "It's so annoying. I asked you before, Yu-kun, and you said I could decide for myself, but I still haven't made up my mind. Age is definitely a problem."

Meanwhile, Shiyu said, "If you ask me, don't worry about it so much, just use it. Why run away from something that's good for your comic? So what if you were a doujinshi artist? Nobody can say anything about that."

Tilting her head, Eriri sighed and said, "I know what you're saying, and it wouldn't be a big problem to use it, but after the manga starts serialization, I definitely can't appear in person, at least not for the next two or three years, otherwise it will definitely have a bad impact."

Luo Yu and the other two nodded in understanding.

While there's nothing inherently wrong with Eriri becoming a fan artist, there will inevitably be criticism and backlash online.

To avoid these troubles, it's better not to reveal your true identity, at least during high school.

As manga artists, quite a few do things this way. If Eriri does this, it won't attract too much attention. She just needs to be careful online.

Luo Yu smiled and said, "That's true. It's always good to have fewer comments. Let's do as you say, Eriri. I'll also ask Jump to be careful and not to use your identity for publicity."

"Uh-huh!"

Eriri nodded vigorously, clenching her little fist as she said, "Watch me! I'll absolutely amaze everyone! I'm amazing even without being a fan artist!"

After returning to Chiba, Sayuri Sawamura did not go back to her own place, but chose to stay at the manor for the night.

Meanwhile, Mengye, Xiaogui, and Fengshi had already arrived at the manor.

However, Jianzi, Xiaohua, and Youluo were not there.

Jianzi and Xiaohua went home to stay, while Yuluo made a rare trip back to Kyoto to celebrate the birthday of an elder in her family and wouldn't be back until Sunday.

As for Erina and the others, they are still doing on-site training, and the restaurant doesn't close even on weekends.

Once back in the house and seated down, Eriri announced to everyone that she had successfully signed a contract.

Ichika happily replied, "My situation is also going well. I successfully signed a contract with the production team. I'll be going to the set next week to meet the director and the others, but my scenes won't start until about two weeks later. Luckily, it won't clash with Yotsuba's match, so I can see the rest of the matches!"

Yotsuba's next match is next Thursday evening in Tokyo.

And their opponent is also an old rival, Shuchiin.

Because they had already played one match before, and Soubu High School won smoothly, and the interval between this match was not long, Yotsuba and the others were all full of confidence.

When talking about her own competition, Yotsuba said regretfully, "It's just a pity that Erina and the others won't be able to come to the next competition."

Stretching, Eriri said, "Field training, huh? Well, it's called training, but we heard Hinako-neechan say during lunch that it's actually no different from working in a restaurant. In fact, some restaurants are even more tiring because of their special circumstances. But it shouldn't be too difficult for Erina and the others, right?"

After saying that, Eriri also looked towards Luo Yu.

Luo Yu smiled and nodded: "Indeed, there's nothing to worry about. As chefs, Erina and the others are already in excellent physical condition, not to mention their improved physical fitness after training. Moreover, Erina and Alice's status will ensure they don't suffer any grievances, and old man Senzaemon wouldn't allow it."

Yang agreed, saying, "That's right. Yumi is the daughter of the Mito family, a major meat merchant, and Hisako comes from a family of traditional Chinese medicine practitioners. As for Erina and Hisako, just the name Nakiri is enough to make anyone in Tokyo who runs a large restaurant aware of them. Megumi... well, although this child isn't as famous, with Erina taking care of her, there's no need to worry about her. It's good enough that they don't bully others."

"Ah, Yang Nai-nee, bullying someone like that isn't really necessary, is it?"

After Nino finished speaking, she thought about Erina's demeanor when facing outsiders, and her tone became somewhat insecure.

"Hmm, probably not?"

In conclusion, there's really no need to worry about Erina and the others' field training.

It's just that this period of time is a bit long; I won't be able to see them for half a month.

Yukino looked curiously at Rindou, who was eating potato chips on the side.

"Gentian Sister, Peach Sister, what was your field study like when you were in your first year of high school?"

"Us?"

Longdan swallowed the potato chips in her mouth and recalled, "Let me think... I remember being assigned to an Italian restaurant. Besides helping in the kitchen, I also had to help solve the restaurant's slow service problem. It was really tough. At that time, although my cooking skills were pretty good, I hadn't actually worked in a restaurant before. The first three days were really tiring. When I got back to the apartment, I just collapsed and fell asleep! Fortunately, I adapted later and passed the on-site training smoothly."

Little Peach, fiddling with her teddy bear, said, "As for me, I work at a dessert shop. It's not difficult. I helped come up with a few new desserts, and they sold very well."

For Xiaotaozi, who specializes in desserts, on-site training is much easier than working in a regular restaurant.

Of course, this is also related to her family background. She was exposed to desserts and dessert shops from a young age, which made her very familiar with the place when she went there.

Licking the potato chip crumbs off his fingers, Longdan tossed the empty bag into the trash can and said with a smile, "Anyway, there's nothing to worry about with this field training. They'll call us in a few days once they get used to the workload. We've finished eating, it's time to take a shower. Yu-jun, Yu-jun, want to go to the hot springs together? I've hidden away a really pretty swimsuit~~"

Luo Yu stretched and said, "I won't go. You guys go ahead. I'm going upstairs to check on Lani and Bai."

After Luo Yu went upstairs, Long Dan blinked, looked at everyone, struck a seductive pose, and said, "Am I no longer attractive?"

Then, Eriri helplessly raised her hand and said, "On the way back, I discussed it with my mother, and we decided to go to the hot springs together when we got back."

"Oh, I see. Well, there's really no other way!"

Sawamura Sayuri, with a smile on her face and a look of not wanting to miss out on trouble, said, "I don't mind at all. I've never experienced bathing with young boys before. It sounds exciting!"

"Mother!!!"

Chapter 621 Late Night Snack, Saturday Morning (2/2)

Luo Yu was unaware of the commotion downstairs. After going upstairs, he went straight to the e-sports room and saw Lani and Bai engrossed in playing games.

They naturally already knew that Luo Yu had returned; neither of them was wearing headphones and they were playing a single-player game with a controller.

Seeing Luo Yu come in, Bai waved the controller at her and said, "Brother, let's play a game!"

Walking over and gently ruffling her soft, white hair, Luo Yu asked with a smile, "Have you done your homework for today?"

Bai replied obediently, "Yes, Lena La's mother taught me all afternoon, and the magic lessons went very smoothly! In addition, I also looked at some high school physics books, and they didn't seem too difficult."

"Don't just look at this and that; at least look at it systematically. I was looking at classical poetry just a few days ago. Give me some patience."

Letting Luo Yu rub his head, Bai squinted and said, "Ugh... it's boring to read too much, especially those ancient poems. I'd rather read physics books."

Luo Yu realized that Bai preferred science subjects to humanities.

Indeed, Bai is very talented in calculation.

Moreover, this child is quite opinionated; he decides what he wants to learn himself, and Luo Yu doesn't interfere much.