Chapter 93: "Let's Be A Light Novelist"

Kimura Kazuki was definitely dialing Chiba Shiori's number right now.

Because Chiba Shiori was the only light novelist, he knew.

Of course, he obtained Muraoka Hiroshi's name card this afternoon. However, it was difficult to speak to him as they barely knew each other.

Even if he did, Muraoka Hiroshi would most probably be at his wit's end, just like Kimura Kazuki.

"Hello... is this Kimura-Kun?" Although Chiba Shiori was aware that the call came from Kimura Kazuki, there was a hint of disbelief in her tone as Kimura Kazuki had never contacted her before. Is he calling to comfort me after knowing that I'm anguished by Chiyoko's death?

Am I a friend of Kimura Kazuki now? All of a sudden, she was hit by a tinge of unexplained joy, easing her depressed emotions.

"I have something to discuss with you. It's regarding Miss Yuriko," Kimura Kazuki was very straightforward since he had made up his mind to make this phone call. He continued, "She has turned into a specter and is currently at my place."

Upon hearing this, Chiba Shiori remained silent for a while. She was glad to know that Yuriko Kawachi still existed. After a brief thought, she asked tentatively, "Is this because of the obsessiveness that you mentioned earlier?"

Kimura Kazuki told her that the specters would usually stay in the human world and refuse to ascend to heaven to fulfill their many wishes. This was probably the main reason behind Kimura Kazuki's call.

She had been working hard, hoping that Kimura Kazuki would come to her upon facing any questions regarding the specters. However, she did not foresee that this day would come so soon.

"Yes..."

"Do you need me to come over right now?"

Upon hearing this, Kimura Kazuki looked at his cramped room and blurted, "Let's go to your place."

"Alright. Let's meet at the entrance of Akihide High School."

After he hung up, Kimura Kazuki noticed Yuriko's curious gaze that was fixed on him. Before he managed to say anything, Yuriko Kawachi asked in a confused tone, "You were talking about me... is she someone I know?"

"Yes. She was at your place this afternoon too. Her name in the group is Gentera-Kun."

"Gentera-Kun is a girl?" Yuriko Kawachi exclaimed. But before she could utter another word, she was absorbed into the Sun and Moon Sword unexpectedly.

Half an hour later, Kimura Kazuki was back at Akihide High School. There were no students within the school compound, as it was a weekend. He spotted Chiba Shiori from afar.

Upon seeing Kimura Kazuki from a distance, Chiba Shiori excitedly went forward. After greeting, she asked, "Is Chiyoko with you now?"

For Yuriko Kawachi, Chiba Shiori was still used to calling her Chiyoko.

"Nope," Kimura Kazuki replied as he shook his head. "Let's talk at your place." Suddenly, something crossed his mind, "Is your mom at home?"

He had created mayhem at Akihide High School, and Chiba Shiori's mother was the Director of Student Affairs. He was worried that she might kick him out before he got the chance to enter the house.

"No, she's not in." Chiba Shiori chuckled, "My parents went to my grandmother's place in the afternoon and will only be back the day after tomorrow. Since I have class to attend tomorrow, I was forced to stay at home. Otherwise, I wouldn't dare to allow you to come over to my place as my mother will definitely chase you out."

Kimura Kazuki nodded.

Both of them did not speak much. The issue regarding this obsessiveness was giving Kimura Kazuki a slight headache. As Chiba Shiori was curious about Chiyoko's wish, she quickly brought Kimura Kazuki home.

Chiba Shiori's house was a traditional residential house with a total of three spacious stories that were nicely designed. He could see the beautiful courtyard that was decorated with plants and trees.

Upon entering the house, Chiba Shiori brought him a new pair of slippers.

After Kimura Kazuki had put on the new slippers, Chiba Shiori ushered him to the second floor. At this instant, her heart began to pound unusually hard, and she was swamped by an unexpected surge of nervousness. A moment ago, she was still eager to find out about Chiyoko's wish. But now, she suddenly realized that she had brought home a peer in the absence of her parents. Moreover, she was leading him to her room.

Chiba Shiori took a deep breath as she dwelled in her thoughts.

Kimura Kazuki's ears caught her anxious breathing. After a brief thought, he was able to grasp the situation. He said bluntly, "Don't worry. I will not do anything to you."

"Of course, I trust you..." Chiba Shiori blushed. Kimura Kazuki's words had only worsened her anxiety.

The next moment, Kimura Kazuki was brought into her room.

Upon entering the room, he was greeted by a whiff of thin and fresh fragrance, the same scent on Chiba Shiori, which he was somewhat familiar with. After screening Chiba Shiori's room, he found that the setting of her room matched the style of an indoorsy girl.

On the wall were some posters with girls from animations, making the room more vibrant. Apart from the wardrobe, there was a bookshelf on the side, complete with a considerable number of books. He threw a glimpse at the bookshelf and noticed that most of the books were light novels and classic novels. The bed was big, with a considerable number of small bolsters neatly arranged on top of the bed. The computer desk was sitting in the corner, well equipped with everything from soup to nuts.

He took a glance at the computer and was stunned. Chiba Shiori's computer was on with an unknown application running, and his photo was shown in the window. It seemed to be a photo of him cosplaying as the Thunder Master at Akihabara Square in the afternoon...

"Ahhhhh..." Chiba Shiori let out a panic shriek as she followed Kimura Kazuki's gaze. Without a second thought, she sprinted to the computer desk. It was only a few meters away, yet she staggered, almost tripping over her own feet. She closed the application, but her body stiffened as embarrassment washed over her. At this point, she did not dare to turn and look at Kimura Kazuki. Obviously, he had seen it, and she did not know how to explain...

"I am here to discuss Miss Kawachi's obsessiveness." Instead of insisting on an answer for the picture, Kimura Kazuki kept the conversation focused on Yuriko Kawachi, "Kawachi-chan's obsessiveness is linked to the light novels, and that's why I need your help on this. Once the task is done, I promise you a fancy reward."

This caused Chiba Shiori to heave a sigh of relief. Thank God he did not ask!

"Forget about the reward. I have received the best reward when you come and look for me." She took a moment to recollect herself. Nevertheless, the blush on her cheeks was still visible. Upon hearing what he said, she voiced out her curiosity, "Actually, what is the wish?"

Kimura Kazuki told her about Yuriko Kawachi's wish. He simplified nothing but explained everything in detail.

He knew nothing about writing novels and never had he been involved in one before. When he was bored, he would either go to the Spiritual Academy's library and read some works of the ancient cultivators or go through the Compilation of Enchanted Talisman. After he activated the sword's spirit, he concentrated on it and hardly went to the library anymore.

That was why he needed Chiba Shiori's help to solve Yuriko Kawachi's obsessiveness.

"Chi... Yuriko Kawachi's wish can be deemed difficult, but it can be an easy task as well." Chiba Shiori laughed, "And you're in luck, my friend."

"What does that mean?" Kimura Kazuki was curious.

"Two days ago, my editor told me that this website of 'Let's Be A Light Novelist' was organizing a contest. The deadline is three months later. You will be rewarded with a contract, and the novel will be turned into a comic or a movie as long as you get yourself into the top three."

Chiba Shiori was no longer twitchy now as confidence radiated on her delicate face, "And the theme of this contest happens to be my area of expertise."