What?
Dog & Scissors
Sensei, excuse me.
Well, then.
Sensei, today...
Today, I... Sensei, is something wrong?
Sensei, I can't believe you're completely ignoring me.
This might not be so bad, though.
It IS bad.
Is this how you respond when she ignores you, you pervert?
Morse code?
Just ignore her, huh?
Mister Dog, are you ignoring me, too?
Is this some kind of sexual play?
Yeah, I'll ignore this pervert.
Why do you keep calling me a pervert?
You're quite the rude dog.
I have a name, you know.
You're actually saying something reasonable for once.
Please call me a pig.
Pig
That's not your name.
Try calling me a pig.
Please, please, please, please.
Don't drag me into your perversions!
So, what did you come here for today?
I wanted to talk about Akiyama-sensei's plans for the future.
Sensei, you're plenty beautiful.
I think it's about time you made yourself known publicly.
Why does Akiyama Shinobu try so hard
to hide her identity, anyway?
Well, I suppose I can tell you.
Sensei is still young, but she was even younger when she debuted.
Knowing her books were written by a young female author
The Tenth Shorin Novel Award won by a middle school girl!?
would change the opinions of her readers for better or for worse.
Discovering the truth behind Akiyama Shinobu's personal life!!
Beautiful schoolgirl author Akiyama Shinobu's idol debut!?
Akiyama Shinobu's former teacher reveals all
We could not allow that.
I see.
Books should be judged not by their appearance, but by their content.
You're absolutely right.
But it may be time.
Time for what?
Even if she reveals her identity, she has produced undeniable results.
Her reputation cannot be affected by gossip.
I believe it's time for her to do other things.
Like what?
A dialogue with an author that has
a slightly different style, like Himehagi-sensei, might be interesting.
Appearing in various media like Akizuki-sensei may be a good idea, as well.
I believe putting herself in the public eye may stimulate her,
encouraging her to continue working on the final volume
of the Deadly Sins series, "Lust."
I thought I could be her producer.
I see.
You may be a pervert, but Natsuno trusts you to be her editor.
I actually came prepared today.
I thought you could wear these at a book signing event.
Are you an idiot?
How are you trying to present Akiyama Shinobu?
I think it might
be worth experimenting with Akiyama-sensei as a moe character.
What kind of direction is that?
It will expand her horizons.
What kind of horizons?
There's no time to waste. We'll start now.
You're actually doing this?
We'll start with this. I'll put it on her.
What? You're putting it on her?
God of masochism, give me strength.
What's the god of masochism?
What's going on?
Editor Technique, Sudden Cyclone!
What?!
The proprietress of a rural hot springs inn.
What are you, a magician?
It's no trouble at all with my Editor Techniques.
The fact you're an editor has nothing to do with this.
Something's not right.
Sudden Cyclone!
A proprietress of a hot springs inn crushed by a monster.
How is this different?
You can't tell?
I don't even want to know!
Moving on.
Telling herself it's part of her actor's training,
she's an aspiring actress stuck in a small theater
working part time in a maid café.
Encouraging herself not to complain your legs are cold,
she's a downtrodden sister trying
to earn money to pay for her younger brother's tuition.
You can only miscast her so much.
What do you think we should do?
Thinking her employees chat too much
these days and require some direction,
she's a priestess thinking of ways to punish them.
That's fantastic.
I didn't mean to...
That's enough warming up.
Let's move on to the real thing.
What's coming next?
The curry's ready.
Oh, crap. I forgot Madoka was here.
It's Kazu-nii's favorite Special Kilauea Volcano Curry.
What is that? Is it really curry?
This looks effective.
Effective how?
Madoka-san, would you like to try wearing something?
Don't, Madoka! Don't go!
Huh? What? Kazu-nii, which one do you want me to wear?
Which one do you like?
Stop!
Kazu-nii, it's Chinese Four Thousand Year Curry made by a Chinese girl.
Kazu-nii, it's Body Temperature Curry made by a nurse.
Kazu-nii, it's Ancient Roman Curry made by a gladiator.
Curry's the star?
How wonderful.
It's terrible!
I've never done anything like this before. It's quite fun.
It's time for today's main dish.
I'm sorry, I'm sorry. I'm sorry for showing up unannounced.
I don't think about the consequences. I'm such a nuisance.
What are you doing here today, Fujimaki-sensei?
I wanted to talk to my senpai about something, but she seems busy, so...
I'm in the way. I'll kill myself.
The perfect outfit is right here.
I'm sorry. I'm sorry. I couldn't wear it properly.
I can't wear a white robe that would look good on anyone.
I should kill myself.
No, I should come back to life.
I'm so sorry. I'm sorry for only partially coming back to life.
I'm sorry I can't do anything properly.
I'm sorry. Even though I'm a monster,
I still can't conceal my lack of confidence.
I'm not even scary.
I'm sorry I couldn't do this properly, either.
There's nothing I can do. I should kill myself.
Why did you put that on?
This is amazing.
Why are you dressed like a slave?
Oh? I don't see Madoka-san or Fujimaki-sensei.
They went to Honda Booksellers.
Without waiting for the main dish? What a waste.
They're right not to wait!
Here we go. Today's main dish is this!
Natsuno
You can't be serious.
Just watch. Here we...
What are you doing?
Ow, ow. Sensei, time out! Time out!
I'm asking you what you're doing while I'm writing.
I... Ow, ow! The hurts so good, Sensei!
You're squeezing my brain out!
Sensei, it's to improve your image.
We're going to hold a book signing.
Oh, really?
In that case, I'll carve my signature into your body.
I knew you could do it, Sensei.
You filled my M-gauge in an instant.
M-gauge? What's that?
Every time Sensei abuses or hurts me, its value rises.
If this value reaches zero, I will die.
You'll die?
Let's move on to Plan B.
I call it "Operation Get Akiyama-sensei Drunk".
Operation Get Akiyama-sensei Drunk
Dog Slayer
What a terrible name.
What does alcohol have to do with being her producer?
They say alcohol changes people.
Alcohol may make the normally harsh Akiyama-sensei a kind person.
It would improve her image drastically.
In other words, revealing the
current Natsuno would hurt her image.
Are you sure you don't dislike Natsuno?
That's not true.
I love her.
Besides, there's no guarantee alcohol will make her nice.
What are you going to do if it makes her even more violent?
It's all right.
If that happens, I'll take responsibility and stop her myself.
You're hoping she'll become more violent, aren't you?
Here we go.
God of masochism, give me strength.
Editor Technique, Swift and Silent!
What?!
Play
Paused
So you can see, watch it again in slow motion.
Frame by Frame
What?!
She drank it. This can't be good.
The Attack of
Natsuno Kirihime
This is bad, really bad.
This is...
W-We need to run!
Huh?
Um, Natsuno-san?
Yes?
Huh? What happened?
What?
You're Natsuno-san, right?
Yes, that's me.
Natsuno Kirihime-san, right?
Yes.
Did you forget about me?
No, no, I haven't forgotten.
I see. That's good.
All the hairs on my body are standing up.
Not out of fear, but out of disgust.
Sensei?
I'm sorry, Hiiragi-san.
Could you wait a little longer for me to finish my manuscript?
Sensei?!
You're always doing so much to help me.
This isn't right, Sensei.
It's not like you to be this nice.
You need to be more violent.
Please cut me like you usually do.
Here, like this, Sensei.
Who would do such a cruel thing?
Impossible. Sensei, you're kidding, aren't you?
This is just another kind of play, right?
Hiiragi-san, what's wrong with you?
Oh, I received some delicious tea the other day.
I'll make some.
No! I don't want you to be like this, Sensei!
I'm sure she'll be violent if we make her drink more.
Drink this instead of your tea, Sensei.
Very well.
Hey, wait. If she drinks any more...
This isn't good. Her eyes are glazing over.
She'll go on a rampage this time.
Go on a rampage, Sensei, please.
I'm in such a good mood.
Thank you, Hiiragi-san.
I love you.
Did she die?
Oh, my. You mustn't sleep on the floor.
You'll catch a cold.
Even her spirit's beautiful now.
Such a beautiful Natsuno-san isn't Natsuno at all.
Being an editor is a difficult job.
Don't you agree, Harumi-san?
Harumi-san? Harumi-san?! Harumi-SAN?!
What kind of name is that?
You're so warm, Harumi-san.
The chills you're giving me are practically freezing me to death.
Would it be all right if I kept holding you like this?
Her flat chest is pressing into me, flat as they are.
Huh? Usually she'd cut me with her scissors here.
What is this? It doesn't feel right.
Maybe I'll try making her mad.
Um, Natsuno-san?
Is something the matter, Harumi-san?
Natsuno-san, your breasts are so small.
Okay, bring it on!
You're right. They are small.
I'm already 20, but they're so small.
I'll never be able to feed a baby with these.
Uh...
Harumi-san, you prefer large breasts, don't you?
Um, well...
Well, you know, small breasts seem nimbler and easier to move with.
Hey, wait. What am I saying?
What?
I don't think breasts are a matter of size.
Thank you.
Is that... Is that a proposal?
What?!
I wish you the best in your new life together.
Congratulations on your wedding!
I had no idea we could have such a wonderful wedding.
A wedding? What's going on?
What are you seeing?
Thank you, everyone.
Everyone? Who? Who's there?
You're beautiful.
Congratulations. May your happiness last forever.
I hate to say it, but you're the star today.
Black one, white looks good on you today.
You're shining much more brightly than me.
Yes! Everything is as you say, Maxi-sama!
Happy shining!
Yes! Everything is as you say, Maxi-sama!
Senpai, congratulations.
You were so kind to invite me, Senpai.
Shouldn't you be congratulating her instead?
Kazu-nii, congratulations. Sister, congratulations.
Madoka-san, I can't believe you called me "sister."
I'm so happy.
Madoka? Madoka's there, too?
There.
What was that?
I'm going to marry a rich man so my father can take it easy.
I'm going to shine next.
Seeing Senpai as a beautiful bride made me
think it would be all right if I became happy, too.
I'm sorry, I'm sorry.
I will become happy.
Thank you for celebrating this moment with me.
We'll end up cursed if we're not happy.
Won't we, darling?
Wh-What was that?
Something terrifying just happened.
There.
Here.
I decided long ago our honeymoon would be in Hawaii.
Hawaii? When did you get there?
The weather on Hawaii makes your muscles hustle.
Come on, everyone. All together.
Double biceps! Side chests!
You can only get these souvenirs here.
Would you like one, miss?
This is beautiful.
It looks fantastic on you.
There.
Miss, thank you.
Oh? Those two are newlyweds, aren't they?
What a couple of beautiful people.
I made a coconut curry for the passionate couple.
What a wonderful couple.
Sorry, sorry. I'm sorry for admiring you.
I'm so sorry.
I'd like to honeymoon in Hawaii, too.
Me, too.
Us, too.
They think we make a great couple.
How embarrassing.
You're acting way too differently.
Anyway, hurry up and return to your senses, Natsuno-san.
Natsuno-san!
Thank you for waiting.
It's beautiful. Is this "Eternal Love"?
Yes.
A love that lasts forever.
It's a perfect name for the two of us.
It's like a dream.
This is a nightmare.
What a beautiful ocean and sunset.
I'm terrified by how happy I am.
It's still going?
Let's race!
What?
Come on, darling. Over here.
This is our new home.
It's the same old living room.
Hawaii's done and now it's new home fantasies?
Enough. I've had enough of this.
There's something I want to ask you.
What?
What color wallpaper should we put up in the children's room?
What? Children's room?
What color?
Color? I don't care what color...
Answer the question.
White, then. Let's go with white.
White? I thought a light green would be nice.
We'll have to discuss this thoroughly.
Light green is fine, then. Either is fine.
Either is fine?
We're talking about our children here.
Hey, wait. I've had enough of this farce.
Farce? How mean.
You don't have any idea how much I care for this family, do you?
What? Um, what are you talking about? Hello?
You're always reading your books.
What's more important, me or your books?
How long are you going to keep doing this?!
Getting angry made me tired.
Why don't we rest?
You're right. Great, it's finally over.
Shall we sleep together?
What?
This really isn't good.
Natsuno-san, get a hold of yourself.
I'm feeling sleepy.
Let go of me.
I feel strange.
Huh?
What is this? I feel so light.
I feel like something is coming out of my throat.
Could it be love?
Could it be?
It's no use. It's coming.
Something hot is coming out of my body.
I can't keep it inside.
Stop!
This is my burning passion.
Can I expel my passion in your direction?
No! That's not passion! Let go!
Let's go together to the edge of the galaxy.
I'm not going anywhere!
This isn't the time for jokes!
Let go!
No, it's too late.
It's coming. It's coming now.
Don't! Don't do it!
No!
You smell like vomit.
It's YOUR vomit.
You smell and are unpleasant.
Leave this apartment for about a month.
Sheesh. Maybe the beautiful Natsuno-san would have
been better than this.
Did you say something?
No, nothing, filthy Natsuno-san.
Fine, then. I'll bathe you.
What's gotten into you? You're being gross.
What are you talking about?
I'm always kind to you, darling.
Huh?
This is a story about books.
Of writing or dying.
Lust
A story of reading or dying.
Chapter Twelve
Dogs and Scissors Require Good Handling
That's what I have so far. What do you think?
That was all a plot summary? That was way too long.
Just tell me what you think.
You wrote about Madoka and Hami. Is that all right?
Anyway, there's something you should be writing before this.
What?
I desperately want to read the conclusion to the Deadly Sins series, "Lust."
Hurry up and write it, you flat-chested sadist!
Stop!
That was close! You almost killed me!
Don't worry. I won't strike a fatal blow.
That's not the problem!
It's time for your punishment!
The stupid nonsense of one woman and one animal will never end.