The Double Crown (1)

Translated by: ShawnSuh

Edited by: SootyOwl

"Isabella."

"Been a while."

An employee in the bookstore greeted the editor. Despite having had impressive grades, which would have allowed him to apply to Ivy League schools, the man had chosen to work at a bookstore instead. It was a well-known tale within the publishing industry. Having had an immense passion for bookstores since young, he knew the books being sold in the store better than any other employee there.

"Are you here to pick up your order?"

"Yes. It's here, right?"

"It sure is. It got here in one piece. Don't forget to pick it up from the cashier on your way out."

Isabella nodded. Then, the editor struck up a conversation with him about the most recent trends in the bookstore. At that, the employee lowered his voice all of a sudden, asking "Any news on Kelley Coin's new book? If there is, can you tell me?"

There was a tangible sense of affection in his voice. He was an avid fan of Kelley Coin.