Anime Crossover: My Girlfriend Has a System

Hitomi Akiyama sighed. She was surprised not because the name was strange, but because it was too normal and too ordinary.

You know, the titles of works these days are all sorts of bizarre, like "That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime" and "The Resurrection Warlock's Restarted Life".

The names can be as long as they want, but despite their strange names, the content of these works is quite good.

"By the way, Ye Zi, have you found an illustrator for the novel yet? Although there's no rush right now, I think it's better to find an illustrator first. If all else fails, the company also has dedicated illustrators."

Actually, these are things the editor shouldn't be saying. Finding an illustrator is something the author should do themselves, without even needing to be reminded.

However, Hitomi Akiyama and Yoko Yoru had a good relationship, and as an editor, she felt she could be of help.

"Illustration, huh..."

Ye Ziye pondered for a moment. He actually possessed the skill of painting, but his level was very low, only lv1. However, if he wanted to improve, he could raise it to lv3 in a short time.

Based on his understanding of the system, once a skill reaches level 3, it can basically be considered very powerful, like his game skills.

If possible, he still wants to complete this work, including the illustrations, independently.

He didn't know when he would become a plagiarist, because, based on his understanding, there were indeed far fewer excellent works in the world.

With his learning skills and general understanding of the story, he was able to write a nearly identical work, perhaps even better in terms of writing style.

So this work may be his only chance, and he wants to cherish this hard-won opportunity to create.

"Okay, I understand. I'll go find the illustrator when I finish the first volume. If I can't find one, I'll ask you for help!"

Ye Ziye didn't rule out the possibility that his painting skills might not improve to that level. Although the possibility was small, it was still better to be safe than sorry.

He's becoming increasingly wary of things happening suddenly, since he'd never been forcibly kissed or done anything like that before.

"Well, it's up to you to decide."

Hitomi Akiyama nodded, and a smile involuntarily appeared on her lips as she looked at Ye Ziye's alluring face.

For some reason, she didn't find it strange that Ye Ziye's writing was so good. It would be strange if a boy with such a strong scholarly air couldn't write.

At the same time, a strange thought suddenly came to her mind: since Ye Ziye was writing about things around him, would he include her in his writing as well?

"Hey Yezi, will I appear in your works?"

Ye Ziye was taken aback for a moment, then nodded.

The protagonist in the story needs someone to help him; Nami Kudo is one, and Hitomi Akiyama can also be considered one.

After all, in his works, the protagonist is a part-time chef, and his excellent cooking skills are naturally not acquired through a cheat code, but rather through his life in the countryside.

Just like the real-life Hitomi Akiyama, Ye Ziye decided to portray her in her work as a strange yet warm-hearted older sister who enjoys teasing innocent young men.

"Give yourself a name, and add some details."

Ye Ziye placed the paper and pen in front of Akiyama Hitomi, letting her write on her own.

Hitomi Akiyama also began to seriously consider this. As an editor, she often looked at the character designs created by others, but this was the first time she had created her own character design, which was also a kind of experience of the thrill of becoming an author.

Before long, Hitomi Akiyama had set up her role and pushed the paper in front of Yoko Yo.

Ye Ziye didn't take it. He could see the settings on it from the ground up, as well as a portrait drawn by Hitomi Akiyama. Although it was very rough, you could still vaguely make out that it was a woman.

The character's name is Hitomi Tsuruyama. Unlike Ye Ziye's previous naming method, Hitomi Tsuruyama changed her surname, but the name sounds quite nice.

As for the character's personality, she is a warm-hearted but serious older sister with a neat and short haircut. She is very cool and will help those in need.

Ye Ziye felt that the character settings were somewhat inaccurate, but this kind of setting could also save a lot of trouble.

As long as he doesn't have to depict the complex psychology of the protagonist from the countryside who is harassed by a strange older woman in the big city.

"Okay, I reckon your character will be on the field soon."

Ye Ziye carefully put away the character settings, thinking that this was a good way to let the person set their own settings, saving him the trouble.

However, there is still some risk involved. He doesn't know what Yukino Yukinoshita and Kaguya Shinomiya will think when they see this.

"Ye Zijun, I forgot to ask you before, why did you suddenly want to write a novel?"

Ye Ziye was taken aback. He had actually thought about this question seriously. He had been inspired by the novel "The Moon Is Beautiful" and thought that he could write his own novel, even if it didn't make money.

With the system at his disposal, he has countless ways to make money, but he simply prefers a simple life.

But now his purpose has changed.

"To leave my mark on this world."

Ye Ziye pursed his lips. He had come to this world suddenly and didn't know if he would suddenly return to his original world or go to another world.

So he wanted to leave some proof of his existence. Ye Zijun's daily love life can be described as a novel, or as an alternative diary.

"Leave a trace? Yezi, your answer is quite interesting."

Hitomi Akiyama smiled. Of course, she had no idea what Ye Ziye was thinking and just assumed that Ye Ziye was joking.

Ye Ziye didn't refute anything and continued to make coffee for the new customers. Perhaps if someone bought this cup of coffee that she made herself, it would leave a mark?

Chapter 58

As night deepened, most of the customers in the shop had left, but today, Hitomi Akiyama was the last to leave.

Ye Ziye was preparing to go home early when, for some reason, he suddenly had a burst of inspiration and wanted to put these ideas on paper and turn them into a vivid story.

However, just as he was packing up, Nakamura Nanami suddenly appeared in front of him.

"Master Ye, what are you talking about with Sister Renmei? I've never seen you talk so much before."

Since becoming an apprentice, Nakamura Nanning has never called Ye Ziye "Ye Zi-kun" again, and has always referred to him as Master Ye Zi.

"It's nothing. You know she's a light novel editor, right? I wrote the beginning of a novel and wanted her to take a look."

Ye Ziye had no intention of hiding anything. Since Nakamura Nanami wanted to know, he wasn't afraid to tell her. There would still be traces of this girl in his novel.

"A novel? Can I take a look?"

Nakamura Nanami's big eyes sparkled with admiration; in her eyes, Ye Ziye had gained yet another layer of radiance.

Ye Ziye nodded and handed the notebook to Nakamura Nanning. This was the third time he had been asked to do this. Was it strange that he was writing a novel?

Nakamura Nanami picked up the novel and began to read it carefully. When she was halfway through, Kudo Nami joined in.

Because Ye Ziye and Nakamura Nanami had been staying in the lounge, and this woman's thinking wasn't very healthy, they were afraid something might happen, so they rushed over in a hurry.

Seeing Nakamura Nanami looking at Yoko Yo's work, she naturally couldn't hide her curiosity and joined in.

Ten minutes later, both of them had finished reading. Nakamura Nanami's big eyes sparkled as she looked at Ye Ziye with admiration and spoke.

"Master Ye, you write so well!"

She was just a student, so naturally she couldn't offer a fair evaluation like Hitomi Akiyama.

Ye Ziye's beautiful writing style and the sense of loneliness between the lines were already impressive to her, because she herself could never write something like that.

"Well, that's really impressive, but you, using your own name as the protagonist's name, isn't that a bit too arrogant!"

Kudo Nami also looked up and made a timely comment, but she still admired Ye Ziye for his beautiful writing.

At the same time, a question arose in her mind: do handsome people really have more skills?

"Because I couldn't think of any other name, I just used my own name."

Ye Ziye didn't care about Kudo Nami's comments; rather, he found it strange that none of the other people he had met before had made the same comment.

"I think Master Ye's name sounds very nice, and it wouldn't feel out of place at all in a novel."

Nakamura Nanami spoke up for Ye Ziye at the opportune moment, then, as if remembering something, continued...

"Furthermore, Master Ye's story is based on his life, so I think using his own name is quite appropriate..."

Kudo Nami looked at Nakamura Nanami with disbelief, seemingly not expecting her to speak up for Ye Ziye.

Kudo Nami was saying some really cringey things, while Ye Ziye was enjoying this year's biggest melodrama.

"But I've always admired Master Yezi..."

Nakamura Nanami seemed a little embarrassed after saying that, scratching the back of his head, his face flushed, and even his twin ponytails bounced up and down.

On the contrary, Kudo Nami had a broken expression.

As the store manager, she didn't have a single employee who supported her. In this pet cafe, perhaps only the cats were on her side!

After letting out a mock sigh, Kudo Nami began to speak.

"This shop can no longer accommodate you two. You two should go and elope!"

"No! Sister Nami, at least let me finish learning how to make coffee from Master Yezi."

"Damn Ye Ziye, give me back my Nanning sauce!"

The two of them sang in harmony, completing a performance.

As for Kudo Nami's comment that there was no room for two people, that was obviously a joke.

To be fair, girls are all a bit dramatic; they can put on an act anytime, anywhere, and the people around them can cooperate.

Although it's just acting, judging from Kudo Nami's expression, she's probably been quite shocked.

Just now, Nakamura Nanning was completely on Ye Ziye's side, and her power as store manager had been stripped away.

Ye Ziye watched her retreating figure, wondering whether he should go up and comfort her. For some reason, he felt that Kudo Nami was quite pitiful.

But before he could go forward, Nakamura Nannei went up to comfort him.

Taking advantage of her natural cuteness, Kudo Nami instantly transformed, pinching Nakamura Nanami's soft cheeks and repeating the punishment she had just received.

Ye Ziye watched all of this from behind, took a picture with his phone, and thought it was quite interesting and could be written into his novel.

This is also what he wanted to write. He didn't need anything exciting to write about; he just wanted to capture the little things in daily life, the warm and ordinary moments.

Ye Ziye pursed his lips, but ultimately didn't laugh. He wasn't expressionless; it was just that Kudo Nami was staring intently at him.

Nakamura Nanami was already in her arms, as if she were her possession, and was giving Ye Ziye a warning look.

Ye Ziye raised her hand to indicate that she had no ulterior motives, and shouted to Nakamura Nanning, who was having difficulty breathing.

"Nakamura, remember to think through my coffee-making movements a few more times. I'll demonstrate them again tomorrow, and you'll have to try them out yourself the day after tomorrow."

After Ye Ziye finished speaking, he did not receive a verbal response, but Nakamura Nanami still gave an OK sign to indicate that he was completely fine.

Ye Ziye trusted this lovely girl quite a bit.

After tidying up the things she hadn't finished packing, Ye Ziye prepared to go home, and another beautiful but ordinary day came to an end.