I returned home. Mochizuki glanced at the exquisite biscuits in his hand and slowly tore open the packaging bag. Mochizuki decided to risk an upset stomach and try the taste.
Yui Yuigahama: It's not that exaggerated!!!
Mochizuki Yo: The fact that I even dare to eat it is already giving you a lot of face!
"Crunch, crunch."
"Crunch, crunch."
"Crunch, crunch."
The biscuits were quite crispy and made an enticing sound when bitten.
Oh wow! This time it seems okay.
Mochizuki ate a few more pieces to savor the taste.
Although they weren't as delicious as the ones Yukino Yukinoshita made, it was still a significant improvement for Yui Yuigahama.
He resealed the remaining biscuits, placed them on the table, and decided to eat them slowly!
If he ate too many, he wouldn't be able to eat the dinner Shiina Mahiru was making later.
Soon after, Shiina Mahiru also returned.
Perhaps because she had to study, Shiina Mahiru arrived a little later than usual.
As soon as she stepped inside, Shiina Mahiru apologized.
"Sorry, I'm late."
"It's fine, it's still early."
Clearly, Shiina Mahiru quickly noticed the biscuits Mochizuki had placed on the table.
Based on the packaging bag, Shiina Mahiru thought the biscuits were probably not store-bought.
After all, the bag didn't have any commercial logos or other patterns.
It was just a plain transparent bag.
Shiina Mahiru then recalled that Mochizuki had said the biscuits Yukino Yukinoshita made were delicious last time.
Could it be, could these biscuits be Yukino Yukinoshita's?
Soon, Mochizuki answered Shiina Mahiru's question.
"Do Mochizuki-kun like biscuits?"
"Hmm... they're okay, I eat them occasionally. These were given by a classmate who commissioned me last time."
So they were given by a classmate who commissioned him, huh? Hearing that they weren't from Yukino Yukinoshita, Shiina Mahiru felt inexplicably relieved.
"Want to try one?" Mochizuki's voice continued.
"May I?"
For some reason, Shiina Mahiru wanted to try the taste!
"Of course you can!"
Then Mochizuki Yo reopened the biscuits and handed them to Shiina Mahiru.
"Crunch, crunch."
"Crunch, crunch."
Still the same crispy sound.
"Hmm, they're quite delicious."
Shiina Mahiru replied, while thinking to herself that she hadn't made biscuits in a long time and should find some time to make some!
They had to be more delicious than these.
Mochizuki smiled. He thought that if she had eaten the biscuits Yui Yuigahama made the first two times, she wouldn't be saying that.
But this time the taste was indeed good, and he couldn't help but praise Yui Yuigahama in his heart.
...
Soon dinner was ready, and the two began to eat.
Mochizuki had a very good appetite today.
Perhaps it was because he had emptied his digestive system yesterday!
Seeing Mochizuki eat so much today, Shiina Mahiru's beautiful face also showed satisfaction.
"By the way, Mochizuki-kun, you haven't started studying yet, have you? The exam is the day after tomorrow."
"Not yet."
Shiina Mahiru rubbed her forehead helplessly.
"Do you need my notes?"
"No need. If I take your notes, you won't be able to study."
"I've already finished reading them, it's fine."
"Still, no need. I'm too lazy to study anymore."
Mochizuki: I'm not an idiot like Yui Yuigahama; I won't fail!
Seeing Mochizuki's indifferent attitude, Shiina Mahiru felt a bit helpless, but she couldn't force him to study!
She didn't know that Mochizuki had ranked tenth in the entrance exam and had a solid foundation.
She was genuinely worried about Mochizuki failing.
"Hmph, if Mochizuki-kun fails, you'll just have to stay at school during the holidays!"
"I'll be laughing at you then."
Although she spoke harsh words, Shiina Mahiru was already thinking that if Mochizuki really failed, she would help him tutor during the holidays so he could pass the makeup exam sooner?
"Huh, no way, Shiina. When did you become so cruel? If I fail, I thought you'd help me with tutoring."
"The sensei will help you with tutoring then. However, if you want to study now, I'll study with you."
Shiina Mahiru still tried to ignite Mochizuki's desire to study, wanting to help him cram at the last minute.
However, some people have already decided to give up completely!
It's like you can never wake up someone who is pretending to be asleep.
"Let's just forget about it, haha."
Mochizuki chuckled, planning to brush it off.
"Sigh!" Shiina Mahiru sighed helplessly and gave up.
After dinner.
Mochizuki proactively went to wash the dishes.
These past few days, Mochizuki had been rushing to wash the dishes, the reason being simple: Shiina, hurry up and study.
In his heart, Mochizuki would also add, 'Strive to defeat Yukino Yukinoshita.'
Because of this reason, Shiina Mahiru couldn't win against Mochizuki in the race to wash dishes either.
Soon the dishes were washed, and it was time for free personal activities.
"Beep beep beep."
"Beep beep beep."
Mochizuki's Line received a message.
He picked up his phone and saw that it was from Machida Sonoko.
Poor Machida Editor, another day of working overtime until night!
Machida Editor: Is Tsukiyo sensei there?
Machida Editor: We have decided to choose Eromanga-sensei as the illustrator. Congratulations (sticker)
Light Novelist Wang Yue: Oh! That's great, Arigato!
Machida Editor: There's also good news, which is that it should be published around the Golden Week in May.
Before Mochizuki could reply, Machida Sonoko sent a long message.
Machida Editor: You need to hurry up and write volume 2!
And you need to ensure the quality carefully, I've vouched for you in front of the leader!!!
If I have to rush your manuscript, I'll come to your house and kill you! (Kitchen knife sticker)
Of course, don't neglect your studies either, after all, you are still a high school student.
It seems that Machida Sonoko still cares about Mochizuki; she's a thoughtful editor!
Light Novelist Wang Yue: Don't worry, I'm already writing.
I won't disappoint you! (Smug sticker)
Machida Editor: OK, then I'll look forward to it.
Machida Editor: Also, this is Eromanga-sensei's contact information, remember to add her. This will make it easier for the two of you to communicate directly about illustrations, avoiding me being the middleman.
Mochizuki replied 'Okay' but didn't add her immediately.
After waiting so long, his work could finally be published; Mochizuki was still a bit excited.
As for writing volume 2, maybe not now!
He had just eaten his fill, washed the dishes, and would rest for a while first.
So Mochizuki decided to call Yamada Elf to play some games and relax first.
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