In crossover anime, who isn't a childhood friend?

Yuan Qianye remained silent for a long time.

That's why she's been practicing so hard lately. She wants to give her all in gymnastics, which she's dedicated herself to for so many years, and make a perfect final bow, regardless of the outcome.

“She didn’t mention this to me at all…” Yuan Qianye murmured softly.

"It's because of you that I can't say it."

Yang Nai's words left Yuan Qianye momentarily bewildered, as if she had vaguely grasped something: "You mean, the main reason why Toka is like this... is because of me?"

Yang Nai sighed softly, "So you finally realized it."

Despite being so intelligent in every field, she is surprisingly oblivious to the person closest to her.

Is this what they call being blinded by one's own involvement?

"Now you should understand, right? In this society, geniuses like you are a tiny minority. Most of us are ordinary people like Shihua and me. And the powerlessness of ordinary people in the face of geniuses... I don't need to say anything more, do I?"

“I’ve never considered myself a genius…” Yuan Qianye shook his head, quite puzzled: “…And aren’t we family?”

They're not enemies or competitors, so she should be happy about her success, shouldn't she?

Is it obvious that something is wrong to be so self-absorbed in this state of despondency and even loss of motivation?

Yang Nai, facing the puzzled Gen Chiya, did not rush to say anything more.

Does Shihua really only consider you family?

Or.

Does she really just want to maintain the current family relationship with you?

If he were just a younger brother, seeing how outstanding you are, he would probably feel proud.

But if you have other ideas and are not satisfied with this, will things still be like this?

I've watched you become more and more outstanding, faster and faster, and more and more handsome.

As you become more known and admired, and your circle of friends gradually expands, the space she occupies diminishes accordingly.

She is determined to catch up and work alongside you, or at least not fall too far behind.

She tried her best, only to find that she was just an ordinary person with no talent. How could an ordinary person keep up with a genius? Such an outcome was utterly hopeless.

"I can only speculate that Toka's personality is sensitive and delicate... I can't really say anything more specific."

Yang Nai is even starting to regret it now.

They noticed the complicated situation between the siblings who were not related by blood.

As Yukino's older sister and Toka's best friend, it's really difficult for her to accurately find her position in this situation.

"It's okay, it's enough, Yang Nai-nee, thank you so much this time."

Although Haruno concealed most of what she had noticed and did not reveal it, it was still of great help to Minamoto Chiyo.

At least he knows the specific reasons why Shihua is troubled, so he can think of a way to address the root cause and resolve her inner conflict.

Looking at his increasingly resolute expression and increasingly profound eyes, Yang asked curiously, "What do you plan to do next? Are you planning to persuade Toka to continue?"

Yuan Qianye shook his head: "No, my mind is a complete mess right now, I have absolutely no thoughts."

Yang Nai: "..."

And yet you acted so cool, like you had everything under control!

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Volume 1: Chapter 110: Do you like two people at the same time?

Just as the conversation between Minamoto Chiya and Yukinoshita Haruno came to an end.

The adorable little train, brimming with childlike wonder, also departed from the Doll Kingdom, concluding this magical journey.

"Please disembark in an orderly manner, and remember to take your belongings with you."

At the drop-off point, staff members were maintaining order, and next to them stood a Mr. Pan doll, handing out cute stickers to the chattering children who surrounded him.

Yukino was looking at the cute photos she had just taken with a soothing expression when she passed by the huge, adorable creature. Seeing its furry paws waving goodbye to her, she was instantly captivated and couldn't move, her eyes sparkling as she stared at it.

"Pfft, hehe..."

Yang, who was following behind, couldn't help but laugh when she saw this scene.

Gen Chiya also laughed, but for a completely different reason than Yuu.

It's this occasional glimpse of her adorable side beneath her usual aloofness that makes her so irresistible.

He took out his phone and stepped forward: "Would you like to take some photos together? I can help."

Yukino snapped out of her daze, looked at Minamoto Chiyo, and her gaze also caught sight of her sister, who was clutching her stomach and trembling slightly. Realizing that her earlier fluttering reaction had been noticed, she immediately turned her head away, feigning concealment, revealing her bright red earlobes.

"No, no need, I'm not a child anymore."

But your reaction is clearly one of strong interest...

Rikka and Eriri both noticed it.

Yuan Qianye gave the two of them a wink.

The two immediately understood, each putting their arms around her arm, sandwiching her between their hands.

"Eri Rikka, wait..."

"Alright, alright, Yukino, don't be shy, let's go together."

"I actually quite like Mr. Pan too. This is the first time I've seen one this big. It's a rare opportunity, so I'll keep it as a souvenir."

After waiting nearby until all the children had left, Rikka asked for a photo.

Despite appearing to have been forcibly dragged there, Yukino was the most excited when facing the camera, even hugging the furry paws of Mr. Pan's doll.

Yuan Qianye held the phone upright and horizontally, taking several photos from various angles, and finally gave a thumbs-up.

"Okay, the photos are great!"

Let me see~

Rikka was the first to jog over and get a closer look.

"Um--"

Eriri and her friend's pose with a peace sign in the photo is cute, but it feels a bit too dated.

I definitely can't be so conventional in front of the camera next time. Next time, I'll try the Kamen Rider transformation pose.

"Eri looks adorable today, and her outfit is perfect. She's very photogenic."

Eriri, who had gathered around to watch, was caught off guard by Chiyo's praise.

His previously calm mood suddenly flared up without warning, which was immediately reflected on his face and accompanied by flailing his hands.

"Ah...no...it's just...thank you!"

Yang Nai, who witnessed this from the side, couldn't help but secretly admire herself. So it turns out that there really is a situation in real life where someone's face turns red instantly, just like in anime!

"Chiyo, um..." Yukino, who was the last to walk over, hesitated.

However, Yuan Qianye understood what she meant: "Don't worry, I'll send it to you in a bit."

"Um... thank you." Yukino's expression shifted for a moment, then she nodded gently, turned away, and said nothing more.

Eriri, who seemed a little giddy from just a commonplace compliment, as if gravity had lost some of its effect on her.

Then Rikka immediately took her hand and followed Yukino, and together they slowly walked out towards the exit.

She thought Eriri was really embarrassing. Although she knew Eriri had feelings for her older brother, she didn't have to be so dramatic.

Even strangers could tell what you were thinking in this situation. Girls should be more reserved!

Look at me, he praises me every day at home, but I don't feel it at all!

"I really envy you having such a good friend like me." This wasn't the first time Rikka had whispered this in Eriri's ear.

"What is that?"

"To save your face."

"?"

At the very back, Yuan Qianye put away his phone, intending to catch up directly.

But after taking two steps, he turned his head to look at the Mr. Pan doll, thought for a moment, and then went closer.

Yang Nai's eyes gleamed with curiosity as he stopped in his tracks.

What is he doing?

"Hello, do you sell mascot costumes like this?"

"Hello, this costume is a special custom-made item supplied directly to the amusement park. We are very sorry, but it is not currently available for sale through official channels."

"Thank you, I understand."

"You are welcome."

Gen Chiyo casually squeezed the doll's paw that Yukino had just been holding; it was fluffy and felt really comfortable.

It says that it's not sold through official channels, does that mean you can buy it through unofficial channels?

Gen Chiya turned around thoughtfully and met Hino's mischievous grin.

"What's wrong? Why are you laughing like that all of a sudden?"

"Of course, it's because I discovered something quite interesting."

"The meaning is unclear." Yuan Qianye walked forward to catch up with the others.

Yang followed behind him, her hands behind her back, leaning forward slightly to stare at his face: "The reason you asked that question just now was because you wanted to buy that mascot costume to surprise someone, right? Who around you would be particularly fond of that kind of thing? It's really hard to guess~"

"..."

Is this woman a tapeworm? Or is she cursed?

Yukinoshita Haruno has an outgoing and cheerful personality, and she can continue talking even if she doesn't get a reply.

She leaned closer again and gently bumped into Yuan Qianye with her shoulder.