Chapter 353: Shang Haozhi's Worries

.. , my manga artist strategy

Shang Haozhi is a person who knows how to restrain himself. No matter how stressed he is, he will not vent his grievances to his subordinates.

But this time, Shang Haozhi couldn't hold back the depression in his heart. After seeing Wang Wenhong, he directly asked "when will the new book be available" instead of "whether Shen Xin's contract is finalized".

Hook closed his mouth. At this point, he had no room to interject, and could only pray for Wang Wenhong silently in his heart.

Jian Xiaomei and Xu Jie also looked at Wang Wenhong, they also wanted to know Shen Xin's latest decision.

"That... editor-in-chief, can we talk about something alone?" Wang Wenhong said softly.

"Huh?" Shang Haozhi stroked his beard, slightly surprised.

After seeing Wang Wenhong, he said something subconsciously, but judging from Wang Wenhong's meaning, he seemed to have gained something.

"come over."

Shang Haozhi got up and walked to the meeting room next door, followed by Wang Wenhong.

Jian Xiaomei and Xu Jie stared at each other. They also wanted to know the content of the conversation, but Wang Wenhongming pretended not to let others know.

The two looked at each other, stood up, and sneaked towards the conference room.

The offices where the editors hold meetings are actually in the editorial room, separated by a glass wall.

The two squatted down, wanting to know the content of the conversation, but the sound insulation effect of the glass door was too good, and the voices of Wang Wenhong and Shang Haozhi were not loud, so they couldn't hear them at all.

After realizing that there would be no gain, the two stood up awkwardly and returned to their seats, with depression written all over their faces.

In the conference room, Shang Haozhi and Wang Wenhong each pulled a chair and sat down.

After more than half a minute of silence, Shang Haozhi asked, "Tell me, what have you gained from this trip to District 11?"

"Actually, I have gained quite a lot...Let's talk about what happened yesterday first? Teacher Shen bought the studio. Basically, he will not leave Hongchuan for a long time in the future. We signed a contract with Teacher Shen The probability is the highest." Wang Wenhong explained.

Shang Haozhi nodded, "We have worked with Teacher Shen before, and we understand each other. This is our advantage."

"As for the District 11 tour,

Mr. Shen has confirmed the theme of the next volume, which is Wang Dao comics, passionate adventures. "Wang Wenhong explained.

"Royalty comics?" Shang Haozhi frowned slightly, "The magazine now has two kingly comics. Will there be overlapping readers?"

"Editor-in-chief, any magazine lacks any good kingly manga. Are you sure our magazine has too many good manga manga?" Wang Wenhong asked.

"Our magazine is short of good comics, and Wangdao comics are of course even more so." Shang Haozhi waved his hands quickly.

Just kidding, how can there be a magazine with too many comics?

"That's it. However, it seems to be related to occultism. Mr. Shen is currently researching information and making comic settings, so the name should be ready in two or three months, right?"

"Huh...two or three months...the magazine should be fine."

Shang Haozhi guessed a little bit, the name will be published in two or three months, and the original manuscript will be drawn in another month. No matter what happens in the second half of the year, the manga will also be published.

"However, there is one more problem." Wang Wenhong was a little embarrassed.

"what is the problem?"

"Mr. Shen's second comic is set in a different world—" Wang Wenhong said in a low voice.

"What? Another world!?" Shang Haozhi raised his voice involuntarily, and then tapped his forehead helplessly, "Look at my memory... Since it involves occultism, it must have something to do with the West. No, how could he go to this place?" Think about it?"

"It's like this..." Wang Wenhong took a deep breath, "The last one, "The Soul of Chess" was sold in the 11th district, so... cough cough, editor-in-chief, do you think Mr. Shen's next comic will also be in the 11th district? big sale?"

"You came up with a bad idea?" Shang Haozhi gave Wang Wenhong a hard look, his face was full of sorrow, "You are not the first year to be an editor. Like Mr. Shen, being able to draw "y's" and "Soul of Chess" really It's not easy. What's more important is his age...he's too young, and he's only in his early twenties... right? He needs to stabilize his grades now. Tell me, what should I do if the next one fails? Can he bear it? It will also affect him. Besides, both "Y's" and "Soul of Chess" are set in modern times, which is completely different from the way of thinking in another world."

Just knew it was so.

Wang Wenhong muttered in his heart.

Shang Haozhi's reaction was the same as Wang Wenhong imagined. In fact, his thoughts were the same as Shang Haozhi's, and he was not very optimistic about this comic, but Shen Xin had confidence, so he had no choice but to believe in Shen Xin.

Moreover, he couldn't confess Yan Fei. If Shang Haozhi knew that this was her idea, he would inevitably have prejudice against her.

"However, Mr. Shen also said that he will draw the name first and wait for our evaluation. If we disagree, he will continue to consider other comics."

"That's fine too." Shang Haozhi let out a long breath, "However, you tell Mr. Shen that it's best to submit the setting as well... No, I'll go and see it by myself when the time comes. You hurry up and finalize the contract."

Wang Wenhong shook his head helplessly, "Editor-in-Chief, I think you should communicate with Mr. Shen in person, right?"

Shang Haozhi opened his mouth slightly, and then said helplessly, "I knew it wasn't such a good thing."

Wang Wenhong pouted, the next game was between Shen Xin and Shang Haozhi, even if he wanted to intervene, it is estimated that both sides would not agree with his words.

"I see, then take the time to meet Shen Xin." Shang Haozhi pondered for a while, then shook his head, "It should be to meet him as soon as possible...as soon as possible."

Wang Wenhong saw that Shang Haozhi wanted to get up, so he stood up immediately, and called Shang Haozhi, "Mr. Shang, there is one more thing."

"Um?"

"Yan Fei resigned, did you know?" Wang Wenhong asked.

"Know."

"Don't you have any ideas? The author she led won the 'Newcomer Award', 'Best Foreign Comic Award' and 'Best Long-form Comic Award of the Year'. An editor like her is also found in "cic future" Not yet?" Wang Wenhong asked.

"I've already sent her an invitation letter, but if she doesn't come, what can I do?" Shang Haozhi said angrily, "I can't even hire an editor, I have to come to invite her in person, right?"

"ah?"

Hearing Shang Haozhi's explanation, Wang Wenhong was taken aback for a moment, somewhat confused about what Yan Fei was thinking.

...

Shen Xin is also very busy now.

Since you want to draw "Fullmetal Alchemist", you must have a certain understanding of alchemy.

Despite the name of "Smelting Steel", it still does not prevent him from understanding the background and setting of "Steel Refining", as well as the content related to alchemy.

For such a hallowed manga, Shen Xin may have to dissect it from the inside to the outside. In this way, she will know more about "Steel Refining", and she can do it with ease when drawing. At the same time, Shen Xin can also learn from this. Learn more about creation in this comic.

Whether it is the outline or the background setting, there is a lot to learn.

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