[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-literary-master-of-tokyo":3,"chapter-literary-master-of-tokyo-literary-master-of-tokyo-chapter-184":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","Literary Master of Tokyo",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},2355033,4607,"Chapter 184: Are You Trying to Send Me to Prison?","literary-master-of-tokyo-chapter-184",184,"\u003Cp>After the lecture concluded, Akiwara Yuto bowed once more amidst the applause.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For him, he had successfully made an appearance at the Kyoto University Faculty of Letters today and become a familiar face to several professors in the academic circle, effectively achieving his goal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, the theory he presented regarding \"narratology\" happened to align with the current research trends of this era, which should be enough to pique the interest of some of them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In that case, if any professors intended to delve deeper into \"multi-narrative\" research, his previously written *The Invisible Guest* would undoubtedly become a focal point of their study.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The boundary between the academic and literary worlds is quite blurred; if this article could gain attention in academia, others in the literary world would also value him more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Akiwara Yuto stepped off the podium and walked out of the classroom. As soon as he stepped outside, he saw the professor named Shuichi Toyama, who smiled and said, \"Teacher Akiwara, let's have some tea together later.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had originally assumed Akiwara Yuto was merely a gifted writer and only intended to invite him over to discuss his writing process and creative motivations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But to his surprise, Akiwara Yuto had fully demonstrated his academic theoretical knowledge during this lecture.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He vaguely guessed that this Teacher Akiwara must have been constantly cramming at the library in his spare time. Otherwise, how could one explain how a high school graduate could speak about the latest research currently concerning narratology?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This point made him appreciate Akiwara Yuto even more!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In his view, if this Teacher Akiwara were willing to pursue further studies and take up a position at the school, he would likely skip the lecturer stage and become an associate professor at the university very soon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, that was just his conjecture; after all, while an associate professor at Kyoto University has high social status, their annual income is only a little over ten million yen, which might not even be as much as the fraction of the other's annual royalties.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Akiwara Yuto did not know that Shuichi Toyama had so many thoughts in his mind, so he nodded politely, \"Then I will trouble you, Professor Toyama.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then let's go!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shuichi Toyama turned around and led Akiwara Yuto toward the stairs...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fragrance of tea filled the air. Akiwara Yuto held his tea and sat on the tatami mat, looking at the surrounding environment, still feeling a bit puzzled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had assumed this Professor Toyama would take him to a lounge on campus. He did not expect the other to drive him directly to an old house in the city.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was a detached house with a courtyard. In the courtyard, there was a cobblestone path paired with a bamboo grove and green trees, forming a \"small yet beautiful\" Japanese-style garden, giving off a very cozy feeling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Akiwara Yuto swept a glance with an appreciative look, then said in an apologetic tone, \"Pardon the intrusion; I didn't bring any gifts, I am truly sorry.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Teacher Akiwara, I was the one who took the initiative to bring you here, so please don't be so formal.\" Shuichi Toyama smiled, then said in a familiar tone, \"Your lecture today was truly beyond my expectations.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He paused and asked a question, \"Most writers don't have such a deep reserve of knowledge as you do. You must have done quite a bit of research on the subject in private.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Uh, I have done some relevant research, but it was just me looking up books on my own.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As I thought,\" the appreciation in Shuichi Toyama's eyes deepened. He didn't believe the nonsense about just looking up books on his own and simply took it as Akiwara Yuto's modesty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He took a sip of tea and then said politely, \"Teacher Akiwara, regarding the content of your lecture today, I would like to compile a paper and submit it to the relevant journal.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is it a joint authorship?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shuichi Toyama nodded, \"Yes, there is no doubt that you are the first author, but I will also add some of my own perspectives.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this proposal, Akiwara Yuto thought for less than two seconds before immediately agreeing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>To him, Shuichi Toyama's proposal was like being handed a pillow just as he was getting sleepy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although he had the knowledge in his mind, writing an academic paper required considering the format, submission channels, and the issues of peer review and revisions; the trouble was comparable to writing a full-length novel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since this Professor Toyama was willing to \"help\" voluntarily, that was, of course, for the best! As for giving up a second authorship or something, it didn't matter at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then I will trouble you,\" Akiwara Yuto said in a sincere tone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shuichi Toyama waved his hand. In his view, as long as he organized the points from Akiwara Yuto's lecture and his own, he could just have his graduate students write it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After finishing these topics, the two entered into a casual chat mode.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shuichi Toyama talked about how the Japanese mystery literary scene had become increasingly stubborn and conservative in recent years, complaining that the orthodox school was too exclusionary and had monopolized various awards in recent years, making it harder for writers of other genres to win.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Regarding this topic, Akiwara Yuto naturally just responded with a dry laugh. Although he was a moderate in the orthodox school, outsiders didn't know that, so it wasn't easy for him to express any opinions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After finishing this, Shuichi Toyama started chatting about the development of literary theory.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Akiwara Yuto became interested upon hearing this, so he picked out some theories and viewpoints that did not exceed this era and spoke a few words about them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But it was just these few words that \"shocked\" Shuichi Toyama once again, and the sense of \"admiration\" in his eyes grew even stronger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After chatting for more than half an hour, Shuichi Toyama coughed dryly and asked in a casual tone, \"Teacher Akiwara, do you have any plans for the future?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"For now, I just want to keep writing books, perhaps strive for the Uemura Prize in the future.\" Akiwara Yuto also revealed his thoughts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now that he had the Mystery Literature Newcomer Award in hand, he would have to wait years for association awards, but the Uemura Prize had no such time requirements, so he could certainly strive for it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although the difficulty of winning this award was relatively high, he was just expressing his \"ambition,\" so he figured no one would say much.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just like what Napoleon said, a soldier who doesn't want to be a general is not a good soldier. In other words, a writer who doesn't want to advance further in the literary world probably won't achieve much in their lifetime.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shuichi Toyama praised, \"That's a great idea.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He believed that since Akiwara Yuto was already quite famous at such a young age, after writing for a few more years, he would likely be able to wait his way to the \"Uemura Prize.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, looking at the results of the previous Uemura Prize ceremonies, not every winner had produced a great work.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shuichi Toyama picked up his teacup and took another sip, while another thought began to turn in his mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This Teacher Akiwara had a resilient personality and talent, and he had already achieved success in the literary world at a young age. Moreover, since the other had written many bestsellers, his royalty income should not be low.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He coughed dryly and advised in the voice of someone with experience, \"Teacher Akiwara, I understand your desire to advance further in your career, but have you considered other aspects?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Other aspects?\" Akiwara Yuto was somewhat confused.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Based on my experience, writers who succeed in the literary world generally have stable families. So, if you settle down and find a virtuous wife, it will be of no small help to your future career.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The corner of Akiwara Yuto's mouth twitched subconsciously. He didn't expect to be urged to marry by this uncle he had only met once. However, having said that, he currently really didn't have any thoughts in that regard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shuichi Toyama continued, \"Teacher Akiwara, I have a daughter whose interest is also literature. But she is out today. If possible, I would like to arrange for you two to meet next time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He sighed softly, \"I know this proposal might be too abrupt, but I still hope Teacher Akiwara can accept it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Akiwara Yuto had originally wanted to refuse, but he was suddenly rendered speechless by this sentence. In his heart, however, he was complaining frantically.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>We've only met once, right? And you already want to introduce your daughter to me! Aren't you afraid I might have poor character?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Being your daughter is too pitiful!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wait, could it be that this Professor Toyama's daughter is too ugly or has a bad character, and thus can't get married, so he wants to find someone to take the fall?!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It's not impossible. No, no, I'm here in Japan to become a literary giant, not to take the fall or be a cuckold.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Professor Toyama, I think this matter is still not...\" Just as Akiwara Yuto opened his mouth, a \"thump-thump-thump\" sound of footsteps interrupted him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Immediately after, the sliding door between the tea room and the hallway was pushed open, and a girl who looked about 15 years old walked in, bowed to Shuichi Toyama, and said, \"Father, I'm home.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this scene, Akiwara Yuto didn't know what words to use to describe his feelings, then subconsciously glanced at Shuichi Toyama.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Toyama-san, is your daughter in high school?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>We have no grudges; are you trying to send me to prison?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just as Akiwara Yuto intended to excuse himself and leave, another set of footsteps approached...\u003C\u002Fp>",1638,"2026-06-21T03:58:01.347Z",1,"Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite","b4e4d782a2dacc20313b79c56ac943b1065b477ff1aad0d9a03ff7790e8d901f","literary-master-of-tokyo-chapter-185","literary-master-of-tokyo-chapter-183",334,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fliterary-master-of-tokyo-cover.jpg"]