Tokyo: I took in my ex's twin sister (1-151).

Summary

In this chapter, Sawayama Haruno, a young writer, meets Morikawa Riho, an editor at Kodansha, who expresses surprise at his youth and talent, particularly in writing 'Norwegian Wood.' Despite his impressive writing, Morikawa explains the current challenges in the literary market, emphasizing the dominance of light novels and mystery genres, making it difficult for newcomers to succeed with traditional literature. She suggests that Haruno consider participating in a writing competition to gain recognition, which could improve his chances of publishing his work. Haruno reflects on the harsh realities of the modern literary world, realizing that without fame or capital, even the best writing may go unnoticed. The chapter concludes with Haruno contemplating his next steps amid these challenges.

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