I am a writer in Tokyo

Chapter 278 Extra 1 Kyoto (1)

The lanterns at the entrance of Itoya Tavern always appear together with the sunset in the sky.

The difference is that the sunset glow will gradually sink into the sky, while the glowing lanterns will become brighter and brighter.

This light makes this not very big izakaya particularly clear in the darkness.

It seems like there is a sense of fate that you have to go to this restaurant to eat when you are hungry.

When Kitajima Koma pushed the door and entered the store, he was stunned when he saw everyone with serious expressions.

Before he could say anything, Boss Ito brought out a bottle of wine and placed it in front of the board.

"Farewell wine."

Kitajima Koma realized that it was most likely Oshima Kazuya who had told him that he was going to Kyoto the next day.

But I'm just going to Kyoto, why do so many people look like they are determined to leave?

“The last time I went to Osaka, I scared everyone.

At that time, Mr. Oshima said that he would take a leave to catch up with him, and his salary was nothing compared to Koma. "

One of the drinkers, who had probably drunk too much and was feeling self-admiring, wanted to toast the friendship between Oshima Kazuya and Koma.

They simply don't understand how a second-generation rich man who does things for love may say he doesn't have much money but actually drives a car and lives in a mansion.

In Koma's understanding, Oshima Kazuya was simply very excited because he thought that this kind of thing could probably be written into a book.

This trip to Kyoto was also planned by Kazuya Oshima.

Oshima Kazuya said that in order to deepen the bond between Shincho and writers, they would regularly cooperate with some travel agencies and specially draw up an itinerary plan to entertain writers.

"This is to allow writers to collect new ideas, see new scenery and relax."

After Oshima Kazuya paused for a moment, he uttered the last words under Kitajima Koma's gaze: "Finally, actively create."

Of course, the drinkers present did not need to know the purpose of Kitajima Koma's trip.

Even Boss Ito doesn't need to care.

None of this matters.

The important thing is that they can use this as an excuse to drink in the pub openly.

Boss Ito can also sell his own drinks with great ease.

All they want is a reason.

A reason that he could explain to his wife with confidence.

We went to send off the great writer.

The drinking party continued until the moon was high in the sky.

At this time, everyone was more or less in a state of drunkenness and debauchery, and Boss Ito once again approached Koma.

Ju looked at Boss Ito's expression and saw some awkwardness that was not suitable for this middle-aged man.

"Can I ask you a favor?"

Boss Ito said this after looking around to make sure there was no one else around.

"Is it from Kyoto?"

"To be precise, when I was young..."

Ju naturally thought of a mistake he made when he was young.

How can it be said that Ito Hatsudai is not only the only son of Boss Ito, but also has other...

"I lived in Kyoto for a while when I was young, and I was supported by an old lady at that time."

Ju felt inexplicably relieved when he heard this.

But on second thought, such a long time has passed, it is a question whether the old woman is still there.

"I was staying at the old woman's house for a while, and in return I did some housework.

The old woman had a daughter at the time.”

Ju's heart was lifted again.

So there is still a situation?

However, he never thought that Boss Ito would have such a past.

“The old woman’s daughter was about my age, but she was in very poor health.

As far as I can remember, he has always relied on crutches to get around, but I am not sure what disease he has.

They helped me a lot at that time.

But when I left Kyoto and went back later, they had moved away.

I will always keep this kindness in my heart.

If you meet Ju, please help me pass on a message. "

Boss Ito looked like he wanted to resign.

"The probability of this happening is a little small."

"Yes, their last name is Hanaki. The girl's name is Hanaki Suzune."

"A very nice name."

Boss Ito also nodded.

"Then you didn't look for it later?"

Speaking of this, Boss Ito couldn't help but smile bitterly.

“I have searched many times, but I can’t find it, like looking for a needle in a haystack.

Some say they have all left, others say they have gone abroad.

Later, I got married and owned this tavern, so it was more or less beyond my ability to look for one at this time.

So if there is a destiny..."

Boss Ito stopped talking here.

Ju saw the sincerity in his eyes.

Although he said very little, Ju could feel that the family's kindness must be very great.

"Mrs. Ito and the others..."

"They all knew about it, and they accompanied me to look for it later."

Just when Ju thought it was just a request to search, he heard Boss Ito say again.

"If they are all dead, then please write an article..."

Having said that, the truth is finally revealed.

So this is what it means in the final analysis.

Looking for an article.

The Japanese always speak and act in a roundabout way, and even Ju, who has lived here for such a long time, finds it a little difficult to adapt.

Ju looked at Boss Ito who was extremely sincere and nodded in agreement.

Driven by curiosity, he really wanted to find the Hanaki family. Looking for some so-called forgotten memories or digging into Boss Ito's past would make him feel very happy.

This curiosity continued until he arrived in Kyoto and met the local staff who came to greet Ku.

"Teacher Xiaoyuan!"

The local hotel that organized the writers' field trip specially provided a personal assistant for Ju.

The assistant was wearing a business suit, with his hair combed spotlessly, and looked very professional.

When he first saw Ju, he bowed with great respect.

His voice was not loud, but it attracted the attention of people around him.

Although Koin Yishu's true identity is no longer a secret, it would still cause some commotion if someone called it out at the station.

Then the group of people looked at Ju with a somewhat crazy look.

"This is Xiaoyuan Yishu?"

Many of them are readers of Ju.

As a relatively mysterious writer in the writer circle, and at the same time a talented creator who suddenly emerged and rose to prominence, the four people of Xiaoyuan Yishu basically touch the nerves of most people.

Before Ju and his assistant could react, the place was surrounded.

A huge flow of people formed in the station.

By the time the station staff realized something was wrong, it was already too late.

"I'm your assistant, please ask if you need anything."

The assistant said this sentence with difficulty amid the bumpy ride.

After a moment of silence, Ju said, "How about you help me escape from the sea of ​​suffering first?" (End of this chapter)