[This is an anti-war themed work with a delicate and profound writing style, novel settings, and excellent character development...]
Ohara Nanako wrote a review for the work titled planetarian: the reverie of a little star and sent it to the editor-in-chief via email.
After doing all this, she rubbed her eyes, looked at the dense pile of manuscripts still in her inbox, patted her face, and once again immersed herself in her heavy work... "Children, alright, today's physical education class is over. Class dismissed."
"Thank you, Teacher Kobayashi."
In the Kindergarten, the children said in unison, their clear voices echoing in the yard.
Kobayashi Itsuki smiled and waved to everyone, then walked towards the office.
On the way, Kobayashi Itsuki looked at his system panel, his eyes full of smiles.
[Ding, Yamanoue Murano's favorability has increased, obtained green treasure chest *1.]
[Ding, Itada Aoi's favorability has increased, obtained green treasure chest *1.]
[Ding, Sakurai Kana's favorability has increased, obtained green treasure chest *1.]
[Ding, Muraki Mimiko's favorability has increased, obtained green treasure chest *1.]
[Ding, Nohara Shinnosuke's favorability has increased, obtained green treasure chest *1.]
...Today was another day of abundant harvest.
As today's classes ended, almost all the children in the Kindergarten had their favorability towards Kobayashi Itsuki raised to a green level.
Although some children were a bit more difficult and couldn't be won over by ordinary methods, Kobayashi Itsuki still managed it.
Just like Shin-chan, after Kobayashi Itsuki and he discussed their favorite beautiful female celebrities in a corner, he gained the boy's approval.
Shin-chan said that Kobayashi Itsuki, like himself, had excellent taste, and they liked similar female celebrities.
'A week's time, and the previous plan was successfully completed. Now, in the Kindergarten, only the Principal and Teacher Yoshinaga should be left.'
Unlike others, Takakura Bunta wasn't interacted with much normally, so it was harder to raise his favorability.
As for Yoshinaga Midori, after the last incident, she seemed very embarrassed or something, and there weren't many good opportunities.
So, the progress had slowed down.
But it didn't matter much; the current harvest was quite good for Kobayashi Itsuki.
'After opening the treasure chests when I go back today, I should have about 400,000 to nearly 500,000 in savings, but there's still no news from Fujimi...'
Thinking of Fujimi Bunko, Kobayashi Itsuki also knew that he couldn't rush; the selection process takes time.
Now, he could only keep an eye on Fujimi's official website to see what was happening.
'But I still need to make two preparations. I can consider selling some of the extra things I have.'
Many items opened from green treasure chests were useless, like cameras and such things, which were not needed at all.
It would be better to sell them for money.
After all, it would be bad if he couldn't pay back the interest then.
Just as he was thinking, Kobayashi Itsuki had just returned to the office when he heard Ageo Masumi's unusually surprised voice.
"Teacher Kobayashi!"
Just as Kobayashi Itsuki was curious about what made Ageo Masumi react so strongly, he saw her holding an open laptop, excitedly running towards him.
"What's wrong, Teacher Ageo? Why are you so excited?"
Kobayashi Itsuki asked curiously.
"This, look at this, Teacher Kobayashi!"
Ageo Masumi held the laptop in front of Kobayashi Itsuki, saying excitedly.
Kobayashi Itsuki looked at the screen; he was no stranger to the webpage, having paid close attention to it these past two days. It was Fujimi's official website.
It was the special page for the Newcomer Award.
A large title appeared at the top.
"First Round Shortlist (Unranked)"
Following this title down, in the third row, Kobayashi Itsuki saw a familiar name.
3. "planetarian: the reverie of a little star", Author: A positive and cheerful attitude
"It passed!"
Although he was very confident in planetarian: the reverie of a little star, Kobayashi Itsuki wasn't sure if Fujikawa's editors might lack discernment.
Now, he could finally put his mind at ease.
Even if it was just the first round of shortlisting, it was still incredibly good news.
"Mm!"
"It passed, Teacher Kobayashi Yu, you really succeeded!"
Ageo Masumi also nodded excitedly, feeling a sense of shared honor.
After all, as the first person to see Kobayashi Itsuki's work, now seeing the name planetarian: the reverie of a little star appear on the Library website, and even shortlisted for the Newcomer Award,
This feeling was like watching a friend participate in a singing competition and successfully advancing.
"That's amazing, I never thought I'd one day know a novelist friend!"
Kobayashi Itsuki was also very happy at this moment and quickly laughed.
"Teacher Ageo, it's only just been shortlisted, you can't praise me too much and make me proud."
"Teacher Kobayashi, your work will definitely win an award, I believe in you!"
Ageo Masumi said earnestly, holding the computer, "I'm still waiting to read the rest of the story of planetarian: the reverie of a little star!"
"If it can be published, I will definitely support it!"
"I'll take that as a good omen. If it really gets published, I'll send you a set first, Teacher Ageo."
Ageo Masumi giggled, looking very happy.
"Eh?! Really? Teacher Kobayashi, did you submit a manuscript?"
Kobayashi Itsuki and Ageo Masumi's conversation also caught the attention of Matsuzaka Ume and Yoshinaga Midori.
Originally, after Kobayashi Itsuki stopped writing by hand, the two had unconsciously forgotten about it.
After all, Matsuzaka Ume was interested in Kobayashi Itsuki himself, not anything else.
As for Yoshinaga Midori, truthfully speaking, she probably remains more interested in bickering with Matsuzaka Ume right now.
Matsuzaka Ume stared at Kobayashi Itsuki in shock, saying in surprise that she had thought Kobayashi Itsuki was just writing for fun.
"Mhm, I had this idea before, but I just never mustered the courage."
"But you were shortlisted! That means Teacher Kobayashi's work has a chance to win the grand prize!"
Yoshinaga Midori said, her face full of surprise, and then added excitedly.
"If the Principal knew about this news, he would certainly be overjoyed!"
"Wait a minute, aren't you two exaggerating a bit? This is just being shortlisted."
Kobayashi Itsuki looked at their expressions and said, feeling slightly exasperated.
"That's still impressive! Having the identity of an author in addition to being a teacher is a glorious achievement!"
Hearing Yoshinaga Midori say that, Kobayashi Itsuki truly realized something.
He had been at the Kindergarten for so long and still hadn't managed to increase his favorability with Takakura Bunta; this was a good opportunity.
As the Kindergarten's future "star teacher," wouldn't it be perfectly reasonable to aim for a green treasure chest?
"That's right, Teacher Kobayashi is truly talented!"
Matsuzaka Ume looked at Kobayashi Itsuki, her eyes sparkling.
She didn't have much ability to appreciate novels; she had previously only regarded Kobayashi Itsuki's work as a hobby.