After returning to her room, Izumi Kotomi turned on her computer and began working on the second chapter of Chainsaw Man, titled "Where Pochita Went."
Weekly Shonen Jump requires new content every week, so as the saying goes: "With drafts in hand, you can ga without fear."
In order to balance a future life of writing novels, drawing manga, and still having ti to play gas, Kotomi decided to start cultivating a good habit—getting ahead on her drafts.
Her first small goal was to complete the second chapter before the first chapter officially serialized.
As she drew, Kotomi realized sothing: her drawing speed had noticeably increased compared to before.
"Could it be...?" A thought popped into her head.
After saving her progress, Kotomi set aside her drawing tablet and opened a Word docunt. She placed her hands on the keyboard and started typing a scene from Sword Art Online.
As the sound of chanical keys filled the room, line after line appeared on the screen.
In a flash, she had written 500 words.
Kotomi glanced at the ti in the corner of her screen—only three minutes had passed.
Three minutes, 500 words?
While her previous writing speed wasn't slow, it certainly couldn't compare to her current pace.
"Could it be that as my writing and drawing levels increase, my speed also accelerates?" Kotomi excitedly voiced her theory.
"That's right," ca a voice.
Suddenly, a flash of pink light appeared, and Kazumi materialized beside Kotomi.
Noticing Kotomi's confused expression, Kazumi crossed her arms and proudly explained, "As your writing and drawing levels increase, your speed will naturally improve as well."
"That's so convenient," Kotomi marveled.
"It is, but keep in mind, since only your speed increases, you should always review your work afterward. Even web novel authors who write quickly often miss typos, which their readers are quick to point out."
"Oh, that won't be a problem," Kotomi replied with a nod. Even before her speed boost, she had always made it a habit to review her work multiple tis after finishing, correcting any mistakes no matter how late it was.
Just as Kazumi was about to settle into Kotomi's lap to enjoy so manga, there was a sudden knock on the door.
"Onee-chan, can I co in now?" ca the voice of Izumi Aimi from outside.
Kazumi froze. If Aimi saw her sitting in Kotomi's lap—especially being so cute herself—would she pull out a knife and chop her to pieces on the spot?
Even the system feared the dreaded kitchen knife!
"Treasure your life, stay away from the hatchet!" Kazumi whispered, and without wasting any ti, she clung to Kotomi, their noses almost touching.
In the blink of an eye, Kazumi transford into a pink glow and re-entered Kotomi's body.
Perhaps in her haste, Kazumi's lips accidentally brushed against Kotomi's.
Blushing, Kotomi chose not to dwell on it.
Once Kazumi was safely back inside, Kotomi called out, "Yes, you can co in."
Hearing her sister's approval, Aimi eagerly opened the door and entered. Seeing Kotomi working on her tablet, she asked, "Onee-chan, are you drawing manga?"
"Yeah, it's for the second chapter. I already submitted the first chapter a few days ago, and today after school, I got a reply from the editor—they accepted it for serialization," Kotomi explained, not hiding her work from her family.
"That's amazing! So now you'll have two sources of inco from your writing and your manga?" Aimi exclaid, her eyes wide with admiration.
"That's right. It's important to have more than one source of inco," Kotomi nodded before asking, "So, what did you need?"
"Do you have ti this Friday, Onee-chan? I want to go buy so new stationery since the school year just started."
It was natural for girls to love cute and pretty stationery, even if they didn't necessarily need new supplies right away. Aimi just enjoyed shopping for them.
However, Kotomi had already scheduled a eting with Shueisha's manga editor, Asuka Chizuru, for Friday afternoon. She couldn't accompany Aimi to the store.
"Sorry, Aimi, I already have a eting with a Shueisha editor on Friday after school. I'll be taking the train to Tokyo's Chiyoda district, so I won't be able to go with you to the stationery store."
Aimi's expression imdiately beca disappointed, and she muttered, "I guess I'll go with Iroha on Friday then..."
"I'm really sorry, Aimi. I didn't know you wanted to go on Friday when I scheduled the eting," Kotomi apologized as she patted Aimi's head. "Do you have enough money for the stationery? I can give you so if you need."
As she spoke, Kotomi began to stand, intending to grab her wallet from her school uniform's jacket. She had recently withdrawn 20,000 yen from the bank during a trip to the ATM.
Despite the convenience of mobile paynts, Kotomi liked to carry a bit of cash on hand for certain situations.
"No need, Mom already gave so allowance," Aimi shook her head before quietly adding, "I just wanted you to co with ..."
Although Aimi's voice was soft, Kotomi still heard her.
Seeing her little sister's disappointed expression, Kotomi smiled warmly and opened her arms.
"Co here. Let give you a hug."
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