Once the early results were dissatisfying, he couldn't accept it. He was very likely to just cut it off and start a new book. Unsatisfied again, continue cutting, thus falling into a vicious cycle, back to where he started.
Zhang Yixing, as the chief editor, had a deep understanding of this.
"You're already thinking about securing him a spot for film and TV adaptation recommendations before there's even a hint of success. What if it flops?"
Youyou blinked: "Just read it and you'll see, no one can beat him in this field."
"What field?"
Zhang Yixing's face changed, looking down at the document Youyou had sent, "Last Week's Antique... he has deep expertise in the field of antiques?"
Youyou shook her head, smiling: "I'm not sure about the antiques, but in the realm of crime-themed stories, no one can beat him."