520 The publication of Brother Monogatari”! (2/2)

”Of course it will come true! Milord's light shall illuminate the world!”

”No need to exaggerate things so much. This is only a light novel.”

”No, this isn't merely a light novel, it's the beginning to Milord's legend! As the First Knight under your command, I'm quite honored to follow your cause. I shall support you to my fullest!” Hisashi spoke quite seriously.

”Thank you for your support. We are quite lucky to have such a loyal retainer like you.” Seiji chuckled and responded using the royal pronoun ”we”.

Seiji treated all of this as a joke. He didn't actually understand the true meaning of Hisashi's ”full support”.

After they ended their conversation, Hisashi placed his cell phone on his computer desk and contacted someone on the internet.

”What is it, Sweet Pig-dono?”

”I would like for you to help me advertise a light novel that was just published today, Tea Brewer-kun. You can charge me as much as you think is necessary.”

”What a joke, how could I possibly charge Sweet Pig-dono any money? You merely have to ask. What's the name of the light novel you want to help advertise for?”

”'Brother Monogatari'. It's a new story published by Thunderbolt Literature.”

Hisashi then contacted various other online contacts and had similar conversations with them.

He then adjusted his eyeglasses and smiled satisfactorily as he gazed at all the numerous conversation windows on his computer screen.

”My 'support' doesn't mean that I'll simply buy a few of your books, Seiji-kun.”

Later that night, Mika, Chiaki, and Kaede all arrived at Seiji's apartment. All three had a copy of ”Brother Monogatari” with them. They all sat down by the kotatsu and started reading together as if this place was hosting a book club.

Seiji read ”Brother Monogatari” together with them as well. Although he was intimately familiar with the story, he still wanted to read it again.

He kept receiving phone calls or text messages from all his friends. They all wanted to tell him their opinions of ”Brother Monogatari”.

”Excellent story. The insert art is beautiful as well. Overall, you've done a great job, Shore-sensei.” — from Natsuya.

”Your story that you wrote together with Kagura-san seems pretty good. I give you 9.5 points out of 10.” — from Mai.

”This is a wonderful story! I really like the main character; I think he's quite similar to Senpai.” — from Hoshi.

”Hey, I haven't seen you in a while. I recalled when you first showed your story to me a while back… Heh heh, I was your first reader ever.” — from Rika Amami.

”Your novel is even better than I imagined, and you even did all the art for it as well! It's truly amazing… I'm feeling a little like I can't compare as an artist.” — from Yukari.

”Your novel was excellent. It helped to give us inspiration for writing new music.” — from Rion and Kotomi.

”Nice story. The insert art was great as well. I'm really looking forward to seeing if you'll draw manga in the future.” — from Mayuzumi.

”The current reaction seems to be quite good. The sales numbers should be pretty good as well.” — from Saki.

”It feels just like I'm watching an anime with how detailed your scenes' descriptions are. This is the best light novel I've ever read.” — from Kaho.

”'Brother Monogatari' is amazing! I can't even put it down! I'm not going to go to sleep tonight until I finish reading!” — from Kanna Fujihara.

”Your novel is quite something. I can feel your spirit within it.” — from Ryuuno Izawa.

Apart from his friends, Seiji also received messages from his fellow authors.

”Although I already knew that your light novel is the true deserving recipient of the Gold Award from the previous award ceremony, your story still exceeded my expectations when I read it. I can only admit defeat.” — from Koushi Nomura.

”'Brother Monogatari' is excellent. It's so good that I don't want it to end.” — from Miyabi Ishihara.

”Just as Nomura-san said before, your story is truly amazing. I'm astonished that you even personally drew such beautiful artwork for your story. Or was that your adopted younger sister's artwork? At any rate, it's a truly wonderful story. Most ordinary light novels can't even compare.” — from Yuuko Hashimoto.

”'Brother Monogatari' is a wonderful story. Your writing and artwork are both top level. You're a true genius.” — from Shousei Maishi.

”I really enjoyed reading 'Brother Monogatari'. Good luck on becoming a bestseller.” — from Imai Yoshida.

”Even the main character of a novel that a handsome guy like you writes is also a handsome guy. Sheesh. It's also quite enraging how interesting you've managed to make your story. The insert art you did is ridiculously beautiful as well. It's certain to become a bestseller… remember to invite me to a barbeque after you receive your paycheck! It's best if you can bring your cute sister Kagura-san together as well.” — from Tsuyoshi Matsutani.

Seiji was delighted to receive so many excellent reviews and well wishes.

Seiji looked towards Shika who was next to him.

Shika looked at him as well.