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

"You're the one who asked me to come out, so of course I'll do whatever you say."

"Since you put it that way, then I need to act like a gentleman."

Yuan Qianye stopped in his tracks and looked up at the shops around him.

Shihua followed his gaze and saw the four large characters "Honey Desire Abode" flashing on the pink signboard, adorned with numerous tiny peach-shaped hearts.

It was a 24-hour themed hotel for couples.

"You look unsteady on your feet, it would be better if you rested for a while."

"..."

Shihua didn't speak, but simply looked at him quietly, and then nodded without any sign of resistance.

"Okay, that works too."

"..."

Her cooperation left Yuan Qianye momentarily speechless, unsure how to respond.

He coughed lightly.

"Never mind, it's too early now. I'll come back later."

Shihua smiled smugly, with an expression of having won.

The two eventually entered a shopping mall, found a shop specializing in afternoon tea, went inside, found a seat, and enjoyed tea and delicate pastries.

After resting for a while, the dizziness from the alcohol in my head subsided.

As they came out of the store, Toka took Chiya's arm.

Yuan Qianye looked at her, but she pretended not to see him, her gaze sweeping over the various shops on the side.

The two browsed the clothing store, spending a long time in the women's section, but Shihua couldn't find a single item she liked.

But when it came to choosing clothes for Yuan Qianye, she suddenly became interested, as if she were playing a dress-up game, constantly bringing out various clothes and urging Qianye to go to the dressing room to try them on.

At the beginning of the year, Chiya Minamoto participated in a variety show. As a result, his name appeared at the top of the list of "male celebrities you want to go to the fireworks festival with", with more than three times the number of votes as the second place.

It was around that time that his number of fans skyrocketed in a short period of time.

The fan profile in the background also shows that most of his fans are older women, the so-called "older sister fans".

With his good looks and great physique, he looks perfect in any outfit; he's a natural clothes hanger.

"I wanted to buy you clothes." Yuan Qianye reluctantly took the seventh set of clothes that Toka had brought over.

Shihua's reply was simple: "Listen to your older sister, you're about to go to high school, so you'll need to get a new set of clothes."

Yuan Qianye sighed helplessly and obediently did as he was told.

What could he do? The other person was indeed his favorite "older sister".

As Yuan Qianye left the clothing store, he carried two paper bags containing two summer outfits that Shihua had carefully selected for him, using her savings.

If he hadn't argued that he had other plans to make and it was inconvenient to carry too much stuff, Shihua probably would have bought all the outfits he had just tried on.

She doesn't care about herself, but she wants to give him the best first.

The two then visited a bag shop, a watch shop, and a jewelry shop. Toka wasn't particularly interested in these kinds of shops, but she was very keen to choose something for Chiyo.

Yuan Qianye realized this and quickly took her away.

By the time we left the mall, it was already 6:12 PM.

It had gotten dark, and the streetlights and signs along the street lit up automatically.

"If you want to do something, now is the perfect time," Toka joked with him.

Yuan Qianye nodded: "Indeed, it's about time. Come with me."

He took Shihua's hand and walked down from the main road, then along a small street.

There weren't many pedestrians on this street, but there were various shops.

Most of the signs are not as bright as those on the main road, but upon closer inspection, you will find that they are all quite tasteful and stylish.

Without deliberately asking where we were going next, Shihua saw a brightly lit shop in the distance, with eye-catching white wedding dresses displayed in the transparent window.

An unbelievable conjecture came to mind.

Shihua couldn't help but feel nervous.

Although it seems highly unlikely, because it defies common sense.

But knowing that the person next to him is Qianye makes his existence defy common sense.

So if it were him, no matter how unexpected his actions might be, it would seem quite normal...

Imagining herself in a wedding dress, Shihua's heart began to race, and her arms around his tightened unconsciously.

Yuan Qianye noticed this and turned his head to look at him with concern: "What's wrong? Are you tired from walking?"

"No, I just felt the temperature dropped a lot at night." In her haste, Shika made up an excuse.

"Indeed."

As Yuan Qianye spoke, he naturally draped his coat over Toka's shoulders.

As they spoke, the two had already passed the wedding dress shop.

While Shihua felt somewhat relieved, she was also inexplicably disappointed.

What exactly do you want, you difficult woman...?

Shihua silently berated herself in her heart, and the wavering in her heart gradually subsided.

We've arrived.

A few minutes later, Yuan Qianye finally stopped.

"We've arrived...where are we?"

Shihua was filled with doubt.

The reason was simple: the place they were facing was a shop with no sign in sight.

The exterior walls of the shops are made of carefully maintained charred cedar planks, presenting a deep matte black color with clear textures, giving them a rustic yet modern feel and a high-end look.

Unlike other shops I passed along the way, this place didn't have light emanating from inside or "Open for Business" signs hanging at the entrance.

From any perspective, this place doesn't look like a normal commercial venue open to the public at this moment.

"Never mind that, come with me."

Genchiya took off his mask, took Toka's hand, and naturally pushed Kido away.

The streetlights along the street provided some illumination through the exterior walls.

Upon entering, the first thing you see is a meticulously pruned red pine tree, its gnarled and strong posture and slightly bent branches resembling a waiter bowing to welcome a distinguished guest.

Continuing slowly forward along the stone-paved path, the lush green bamboo separates the inner world from the outside, leaving an entrance that appears casual but is actually carefully designed.

There is a stone lantern on each side of the entrance, but it is not lit up yet.

Watch your step, don't trip.

With these instructions, Yuan Qianye led Toka directly to the entrance.

"Please wait a moment."

As he said this, he temporarily released his slightly dazed Shi Hua's hand, walked to the side of the entrance, and reached out.

The next moment, a soft light emanated from the stone lantern at the entrance.

The light strips hidden throughout the courtyard also lit up.

Amidst the interplay of light and shadow, the air is filled with the scents of moss, damp earth, and a faint aroma of wood.

Being here, the hustle and bustle of the city is completely shut out.

Toka recalled the stunning design she had witnessed in Haruno's apartment earlier that day.

But compared to this situation, her situation is nothing, it's incomparable, and they're not even in the same league.

"how do you feel?"

Gen Chiya returned to Toka's side and took her hand.

"It's great, and very beautiful. Qianye, you didn't... book the whole place, did you?"

"Rent the whole place out?" Yuan Qianye smiled. "You could say that."

"What do you mean by 'also'?" Shihua was not satisfied with such a vague statement.

"Anyway, keep following me."

"..."

The turmoil that had just subsided in the Ten Flowers area is now showing signs of making a comeback, and it's getting worse.

"Shihua, I need your help with something."

"What are you up to now?"

"It's just a small personal request of mine. It's okay if you don't want to, but I would be very happy if you could do it."

"You cunning fellow, since you've put it that way, I have no choice but to agree."

Shihua compromised, her beautiful eyes conveying the message, "You said it's fine, I'll do as you say."

"Then please, my dear sister, keep your eyes closed from now on and don't open them until I say yes."

"Don't use such a shameful name..."

Despite saying this, Shihua did as she was told and closed her eyes.

"Okay, then follow me slowly."

"Don't scare me, okay? If you're playing a prank..."

"You think I'm Rikka, right? You absolutely can't peek through your eyes... Slow down here, there's a gentle uphill slope."

With her vision sealed, Toka tightly grasped Chiya's hand and followed his guidance, slowly walking forward.

You can feel the temperature gradually warming up on your skin.