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Future GeniusAuthor: Toyoshima Yoshio
| Original Title | 未来の天才 |
|---|---|
| Author | 豊島 与志雄 |
| Genre | Modern Short Fiction |
| Author Type | Male Author |
| Summary | A young artist’s life takes an unexpected turn when a mysterious spider’s descent heralds a windfall—500 yen from an uncle, earmarked for “study.” Driven by restless creativity and infatuation with Shizuko, a neighbor whose smile rivals the *Mona Lisa*’s, he splurges on paints and canvases, determined to capture her essence in a masterpiece. Yet his impulsive joy collides with reality: securing her as a muse requires navigating her stern father’s disapproval. Secret meetings in fog-drenched alleys and clandestine gift deliveries blur the line between romance and recklessness. As whimsy clashes with tradition, the artist’s confidence as a “future genius” wavers under the weight of societal expectations and self-doubt. Will his passion transcend obstacles, or will love and ambition unravel beneath a patriarch’s scrutiny? A tale of youthful fervor, where superstition and artistry intertwine, leaving trails of hope as fragile as a spider’s silk. |
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