Welcome back from the weekend everyone ^____^
Btw, chapters will now be divided into two as they are all 4-7k+ words. It feels less tiring psychological hehe.
Due to Yu Mian’s daily serialization schedule, he spent most of his time at home, much like in his previous life, sticking to a two-point routine between the aquarium and the study, with very little contact with the outside world.
Therefore, even though Yu Mian knew that his two books were very popular and that many readers were discussing them online, he never really felt it.
It wasn’t until this moment, when he unexpectedly saw the offline scene in person, that he realized how popular “Contract Marriage” and “Eternal Night Rose” really were!?
Especially here at the Central Star Museum. After finishing “Eternal Night Rose”, many readers were so excited that they couldn’t sleep all night. Those who lived nearby had even rushed over the very next day to explore it in person.
And once they saw it, everyone was stunned.
Because Yu Mian had referenced some details in his book, readers found it more and more similar and the more they read, the more excited they became.
Moreover, since the museum in “Eternal Night Rose” took a strictly confidential attitude on the exhibition hall No. 0000 where Dreven was, many readers, after hearing the staff’s frantic denials, were not disappointed at all; instead, they became even more excited.
Yes, it was exactly this feeling. It was simply perfect!
The reactions from these “Eternal Night Rose” fans had made the museum staff feel a little scared.
Where did this group of people come from? Why were they becoming more excited the more they were dissuaded?
Did they not understand Federation language?! [Shivering.jpg]
Of course, aside from a group of fanatical “Eternal Night Rose” fans, many more interstellar readers were genuinely intrigued by the book’s description of the museum and decided to visit during the weekend.
After touring the museum, they actually discovered that the once overlooked museum had so many interesting exhibits and historical and cultural stories.
Many people couldn’t help but share their experiences on the star network, which unexpectedly helped the museum, a once neglected spot in the interstellar era, gain popularity.
This also caught the attention of many big museum professionals, and for a time, their feelings toward the author “A Bowl of Fish Soup Noodles” became complicated.
Although everyone could see that the book’s content was indeed somewhat exaggerated and fantastical—after all, which museum would have the mummified body of a Bart clan member?
And the Central Star Museum had even been turned into an internet-famous check-in spot by the fans.
However, the serialization of “Eternal Night Rose” did indeed bring a wave of long-awaited traffic.
In a way, they truly had to thank this author for appearing!
Yu Mian, however, was unaware of the inner struggles of these museum experts and scholars. He was standing in line, feeling a little emotional.
“It seems that no matter the time or space, the way readers love their favorite works is always similar…”
Just like the magical girl series that became a huge hit back in the day—how many people, when they were children, couldn’t wait to DIY their own magic wands and even firmly believed they could control magical powers?
“This Fish Soup Noodles is really too much. Just thinking about having to wait another week to see the next chapter makes me want to cry!”
“Exactly! If I could catch him, I would make him write tens of thousands of words a day! Then make him write for ten days in a row, three rounds in a month!”
Yu Mian:?!
While Yu Mian was standing in line, ready to explore, he suddenly overheard a discussion from a girl in a red dress ahead of him that made him stop dead in his tracks, covered in sweat.
Although no one knew that he was Fish Soup Noodles, this method of urging for more chapters was just too wild, right?
Audrey, along with her classmate, had come to the museum for the weekend and had no idea that her discussion was being heard loud and clear by Yu Mian, the author.
After falling into the pit of “Contact Marriage” with her older brother Kane, Audrey naturally couldn’t help but get hooked on the author’s new book “Eternal Night Rose” as well.
The most important part was the portrayal of the Bart Clan in the book, it was simply beautiful and dreamy—an irresistible attraction for countless girls.
Even the Count of Thornflower, who seemed to be a villain, was described by the author as a handsome, smiling fox.
This directly caused many readers, after finishing “Eternal Night Rose”, to develop an unusual curiosity about the Bart clan—who were known for their ageless appearances and a strong sense of taste and aesthetics.
After all, most people had never truly seen a member of the Bart clan before.
Now, a book suddenly appeared, depicting them in such a high-class and sophisticated way that it was inevitable for people to become strongly curious about the true nature of these people.
“But I remember the author just updated several thousand words, right? And one update per week is pretty good, it gives enough time to think about the plot. Besides, “Contract Marriage” is updated daily! What a diligent author.”
As Audrey in line grew more and more indignant, Yu Mian, as the author, couldn’t help but mutter under his breath, trying to salvage his reputation.
It was just a new book updated weekly—how did it end up making him feel like he had committed some great crime?
So unfair!
“…”
However, as soon as Yu Mian said that, he noticed that everyone around him suddenly fell silent, and their gazes were openly focused on him.
It felt as if they were about to pierce him with their eyes for openly saying such a taboo thing.
[Fish sweating.jpg]
“I was just joking, three updates a day would be best.”
Yu Mian dryly added the next sentence, and only then did the crowd nod approvingly and return their attention elsewhere.
Audrey glanced at Yu Mian, who was fully covered up, and thought he looked a bit like a weirdo at first glance.
Though, his voice was pleasant to listen to.
“That’s right, three updates a day. I really hope Fish Soup Noodles himself has this awareness.”
Yu Mian: [Can’t smile anymore]
“Audrey, actually, next time you should bring your brother Kane along, it’d be more fun. I’ve always wanted to see your brother, did you forget?”
Just as they were about to have their tickets checked, Audrey’s friend beside her said something that made Yu Mian hesitate and look at them again.
“I would like to bring him, but he’s always acting like a big shot, except for reading novels, ha.”
Audrey snorted coldly, not wanting to bother with her brother, who had refused to come with her.
Sometimes, she would poke him on Star News and he’d ignore her, but when she opened the comment section of “Contract Marriage”, he was happily discussing the plot with strangers.
When the book was updated, it was even worse. You could always find him there, like a completely trapped person.
“The most important thing is, he’s been sulking since last night because the author didn’t make a big update for “Contract Marriage” as well, so he definitely won’t come to the museum to check in for “Eternal Night Rose” right now.”
Yu Mian, who had been cue’d for no reason: … Huh?
Yu Mian watched Audrey walk away and could almost be sure that this “Kane” was the Kane he knew.
And the two siblings really did both have gorgeous blonde hair; their genes were quite good.
But that guy Kane couldn’t be that childish, right?
Was he seriously sulking at home just because he updated “Eternal Night Rose” but didn’t also update “Contract Marriage”?
Just imagining that scene made Yu Mian feel a bit embarrassed, and he unconsciously glanced at his light brain.
After the last incident, he and Kane had exchanged contact details, so it would have been easy to ask for an update online.
But after that failed rumor clarification, it seemed like Kane didn’t want to contact him anymore, though he still regularly commented in the book’s comment section.
Who would have thought he’d be so cool and aloof on the outside, but so petty and aggrieved on the inside?
Yu Mian felt like he had somehow accidentally discovered some of Kane’s little secrets.
“By the way, do I still owe Kane money?”
[Hmm? Yes, there’s still a breach of contract fee, but it hasn’t been pursued, and no court summons have been received.]
Upon hearing Yu Mian’s sudden question, the little system became alert.
“Can I pay off part of it first? Are the current royalties enough?”
Although it wasn’t Yu Mian’s personal debt, since it was owed by the original owner of this body, he felt responsible for paying it back.
Otherwise, Kane would be too wronged. It seemed like he was being persecuted ever since they had contact.
[Well… when the physical book’s copyright fee comes in, that should be enough.]
The little system sensed Yu Mian’s clear intentions and felt a little pained,even though it didn’t have any flesh.
Because the original owner had the highest level contract, the breach of contract fee was an astronomical amount—!
“Then, I’ll first pay off the rent I owe, and when the copyright fee arrives, I’ll pay Kane the money. How about that?”
Yu Mian calculated the debts he had to repay and suddenly felt hopeful about the future.
[But doesn’t that mean Kane will easily figure out you’re Yu Mian…?]
“Although that does seem to be the case.”
Yu Mian also realized the problem the system had raised.
But that should be a chance to formally explain things to Kane.
Thinking of this, Kane was in for a major earthquake on the day he repaid the money.
Yu Mian suddenly felt a bit guilty.
Since Kane was so eager for “Contract Marriage”, he couldn’t slack off. Otherwise, what if the grand CEO got sick from sulking?
He had to make sure he finished updating “Contract Marriage” properly.
The key point was that recently, Editor Shaxs had been asking about the progress of “Contract Marriage” as the second half of the book was slowly nearing completion.
Once “Contract Marriage” was officially finished, both volumes could be compiled and published for formal promotion, and the related copyrights could begin to be sold.
[Fish: Hmm? What kind of copyrights are we talking about?]
