Chapter 164
The new episodes that are about to be updated will be as difficult as hell for Xi Siling to handle.
Of course, painting skills and the like are secondary, the main problem lies in "self-analysis".
Since it has been decided that sooner or later he will have to draw a line between himself and the old thief Dongnanxixi and Xibeixi, Xi Siling must be prepared to take over all comics-related work.
In addition, he had already torn his face with the old thief, so Xi Siling didn't dare to hand over the plot of herself and Liu Huacui "opening their hearts" to the old thief.
No one knows better than him the power of the old thief's Spring and Autumn style of writing. His skill in confusing right and wrong would not be surprising even if he were to portray him and 77 as having broken up.
So he decided to officially "take over" starting from this episode.
The most difficult part, of course, is grasping the character and reactions of Xi Siling in the comics.
There is always a sense of shame when I draw myself.
Although what happened not long ago was not what he had planned from the beginning, it could become the growth line of the young man "Xi Siling" that he had decided early on.
After all, in boys' comics, 'growth' is an eternal theme.
The process of accepting oneself with the help of the protagonist, who is also his best friend, is the best portrayal of his character.
And the mistakes that he worries about are actually a better portrayal of his personality for readers, which can leave a deeper impression.
"You have checked it many times, the ddl is about to arrive!" The system didn't mean to urge her, but Xi Siling had already checked it dozens of times.
He repeatedly analyzed the plot, carefully checking the lines and storyboards to ensure that his depiction of the plot and the images was flawless.
This was the first time that he completely ignored the old thief and created a painting independently, so it was naturally of extraordinary significance.
If you fail to gain recognition from readers, it can almost be a death sentence for all your long-term efforts.
Xi Siling hopes that she can do her best.
"Speaking of which, what will the old thief do if he finds out that the chapter he sent out is completely different from what he drew?" Xi Siling felt that this was not something that could be simply smoothed over with a little "willpower".
The system snorted and laughed, "He can't find it!"
This made Xi Siling curious, "Why?"
Because Lao Zei will never read the published chapters, nor will he go to the forum or read the barrage.
Xi Siling was confused for a moment, "…Ah?"
After thinking carefully about how to explain it, the system spoke, "I don't know why they don't read the chapters that have already been published. This is what I have learned after long-term observation. I guess they don't want to be bothered by the content that has already been published."
It’s just like when you see typos while writing a novel. You’re too lazy to correct them but you’re upset. And you can’t correct them after the dust settles after it’s published. It’s probably the same with comics. There will always be times when you don’t like them, so you might as well just not read them.
"As for the forum, I know about it." The system's tone was more or less gloating, "Because readers really like the characters and all the developments so far, and this is all thanks to you. You also know what he wants to draw. Of course he doesn't want to admit that things are not going as he expected."
So out of sight, out of mind, which makes it easier for the system to "interfere", saving Xi Siling a lot of willpower.
Xi Siling: ...
Although he already knew that the old thief's character was somewhat childish, he was still speechless and wanted to laugh.
The system didn't bother to care about him. "Anyway, don't worry, I will take care of it."
The old thief will know it eventually but not now. If he doesn't cherish something, he will let the 'thing' cherish itself.
Otherwise, why is it called "North-South Teacher"?
The system couldn't wait to see the moment when the old thief lost both his fame and wealth.
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Readers will not know the true nature of their beloved 'Nanbei Sensei' at this time, and they have shown great fondness for the plot and development of the comics.
'Okay, finally updated! 40 must do your best! '
'Can he really win? But I really hope he wins! '
"Rin Cheng's ability is really hard to deal with..."
The beginning of this episode is still where Xi Siling accepted Ren Cheng's challenge, and Xi Siling's decisiveness in facing the "Dust of Life" not only scared his companions who were watching the challenge in the audience, but also scared the readers.
"Ah ...
'Save the children!'
"Damn it! Don't be insensitive to the fact that you hurt yourself just because you are a healer!"
"This method is really only useful for level 40. It releases the floodwater while healing itself. It's simple and crude."
Unlike the confused audience in the ring at that time, the comics of course have explanations.
Isn't 'time-stop commentary' a traditional skill in boys' comics? How can a fight start without explaining the intentions of both sides?
'It appears! Time stops!'
"The battle between psychics is so fast-paced. I have thought so much in just this moment."
'But 40 bet right!'
'Why do I feel that this battle is so detailed?'
"We 40 are the first to be treated this way, hahahaha"
'I like this, it's fun to watch and I can understand it at the same time'
Xi Siling believes that battles are the most difficult to draw, and this happens to be what Lao Zei is good at (for now). He was relieved to see that the readers' reactions were much better than he had expected.
'Battle nurse, so scary'
"Although Passion is very strong, it is restrained by Xi Siling in a certain sense."
"If Ren Cheng still has supernatural powers to support him, the result is still uncertain, but congratulations on 40!"
"Ren Cheng probably still can't be sure whether extracting life will have an impact on Xi Si Ling, and his special ability has been exhausted."
"Good boy, you will return the life force you extracted to Si Ling."
"Yeah! We won!!!"
'Hahaha Corgi and Yeye are so cute! '
"If it had a tail, it could turn into a helicopter and fly!"
In order to facilitate Xi Siling's review, the system recorded what happened, just like the 3D cutscenes, with footage from all angles.
So when Xi Siling saw his teammates cheering for his victory, his heart was softened.
"Corgi or something... ahem, but what is yeah?"
"Samoyed, Marshmallow, and Peppa are very similar," the system explained.
Xi Siling: That’s true.
Xiao Ke: No one speaks up for me?! I’m just a little short!
The highlight will come after this challenge is over.
It was also when looking back that Xi Siling discovered that Shengxi had hooked up with Rencheng at this time.
The old thief definitely knew that Shengxi was Lun Shengxi, but Xi Siling was too lazy to analyze whether he was interfering or not.
"It seems that you have to accumulate enough willpower as soon as possible. If you don't kick the old thief out of this world, you won't be able to replace him. The most serious consequence may be 'eating books'."
The system's analysis was very correct. For example, in this incident, if Xi Siling had not revealed Shengxi's true identity, he would never have taken Rencheng's love affair to heart, let alone drawn the pick-up after the challenge into the comics.
If you wait to remedy the situation later, readers will most likely complain that you "acted arbitrarily".
What's more serious is just as the system said, there are situations such as 'eating the book', 'eating the setting', 'no foreshadowing' or 'foreshadowing is not retracted', which extremely ruin the reading experience.
Although Xi Siling can spend his willpower to make inquiries, the number of times he needs to check the settings when drawing comics must be many, and he doesn't have that much willpower.
The system query is the same as the browser, which requires links and databases, and there is no way to know what happened out of thin air.
It seems that there is no end in sight to driving away the old thief.
Xi Siling frowned, "How can we kick this old thief out of this world?"
"That is to make more than half of the readers no longer recognize him as the author of the comic. According to our previous plan, that is to bring the old thief down." The system does have a complete plan, "But the willpower is definitely not enough. According to the current growth rate, it will take at least two to three years."
Two or three years is enough time for a lot of things to happen, and Xi Siling can't wait that long.
"Where is the bulk of the willpower you calculated used?"
"I'll send you over to sue."
Xi Siling will appear as the old thief's "assistant", accusing the old thief of exploiting him and taking away his painting achievements.
According to the system's plan, it must at least proceed to the point in the original novel where Liu Huaqi's family was sacrificed to the evil god, so that the "relying structure" drawn by the old thief can become the most powerful evidence.
Indeed, the current evidence is not sufficient, and Xi Siling has no way to get away. Even if the old thief is dragged into the whirlpool of public opinion, it will be useless. Questioning is just questioning. Without solid evidence, the old thief may even turn the tables.
What should I do?
Experienced systems offer the best of both worlds.
"Wouldn't it be better if you just let the readers admit that you are also one of the authors? If you want to accuse the old thief by becoming his assistant, don't you have to do this first?"
Although he still cannot be as omniscient as the old thief who controls the world, he does have the authority to "query".
According to the system's calculations, Xi Siling, who has the authority, only needs to exert one percent or even one thousandth of his willpower compared to before, depending on the complexity of the specific event, to know what he wants to know.
"You are so smart, system."
"Hey, of course not!" The system was also happy to be praised, "Then you continue to read the comments and forums, I will go and do this."
Xi Siling nodded in agreement before continuing to read the various feedback from readers.
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When a comic book is published, there are always many names of relevant staff members on it, not just Lao Zei.
What editor-in-chief, editor, publisher, etc.
Assistants are even more common. Unless you go and look specifically, who can tell who is extra or missing?
So, with the help of the system, a name quietly appeared at the end of the single volume of "The Boy with Superpowers Liuhuaqi".
[Passion]
This is the name Xi Siling gave to himself as an 'assistant'.
Love your work, love the world you create, and love the characters in it.
If the old thief could do any of these things, even if he didn't love it but just respected it, it wouldn't have come to this.
As for forgiveness? The only one who could forgive him, the little Liuhuaqi with his dreams, and the original Dongnanxibei who created comics with passion, have all disappeared in the passing of time.
He has let down not only himself, but also so many readers who once truly loved this work, this world, and these characters.
The insults from the readers in the original work are not just a result of their deep love for the novel.
Highly recommended, this is a second creation made out of love. Even if you just read this comic, the love from the heart is priceless.
The readers who were let down gave him countless chances.
But he hurt this expectation and love time and time again.
The system found Xi Siling not to forgive him.
Old thief, your retribution has just begun.
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