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

Gen Chiya walked over and bowed slightly: "Hiratsuka-sensei, did you need something from me?"

"Nothing special. I've seen your junior high school resume. Both your homeroom teacher and the principal spoke highly of you. You also ranked first in the entrance exam, making you a true top student. So, I want to get to know you better and hope you can continue to work hard. If you encounter any problems after entering high school, feel free to come to me for advice anytime. Don't be shy, understand?"

"Yes, teacher."

"Alright, let's go. By the way, your teacher actually watched your kendo competition on TV. Your performance was absolutely flawless. Also, you published two novels, didn't you? I've read them both, especially 'The Astrological Murder Mystery.' The ending was absolutely amazing. How did you come up with such a brilliant plot..."

Hiratsuka Shizuka affectionately put her arm around Minamoto Chiya's shoulder.

Too close, too close...

Respecting his teacher and valuing the Way, Yuan Qianye replied, but at that moment he could only think about some unrelated things to distract himself.

The stadium at Zongwu High School is much larger than that at Chuanlan Middle School.

Inside, there is not only a basketball court, but other areas are divided into volleyball courts, and ping-pong tables are added around the perimeter.

Upon entering the stadium, Hiratsuka Shizuka walked to the front of the class line to lead the team.

To her surprise, Chiya saw Saeko, wearing a red armband, helping to maintain order at the stadium entrance.

"Saeko, you're a disciplinary committee member?" Chiya Minamoto seemed quite surprised.

"I was recommended by a senior I know well, so it wasn't easy to refuse... But that's not important. Welcome to the school, Chiya,"

With her voluptuous figure, Saeko, whose very existence was a violation of morals, looked at him tenderly and leaned closer: "We can be together again from now on."

Seeing her in her high school uniform with the disciplinary committee armband, and thinking that there would be a chance for her to serve him in this state later, Yuan Qianye felt quite refreshed.

"I will go to the kendo club tomorrow to apply for admission to the club."

"Ok, I will wait for you."

Gen Chiya continued walking into the stadium.

"Excuse me, please remove your earring and also fasten the buttons on your shirt..."

Behind him came Saeko's businesslike, serious, and stern voice.

Only he knew about her other side.

Well, not counting Shiyu.

The opening ceremony was not complicated.

The ceremony began with the principal giving a brief account of the school's history, followed by a welcome speech to all the new students. After singing the school song, a representative of the new students took the stage to deliver a speech.

Having appeared in public and been the focus of many people's attention countless times, Chiyo Minamoto has no experience of being nervous.

While he was giving his speech on stage, he held a script in his hand, but he hardly looked at it at all. Instead, his gaze was directed downwards, and he would occasionally move his eyes to observe the people he cared about.

Saeko looked at him with gentle eyes.

Eriri and Rikka were each surrounded by several girls, whispering among themselves. It seemed they were integrating well into the new class.

Yukino sat upright, while everyone around her leaned back in their chairs. She was the only one who stood up straight. As expected of the second young lady, her upbringing and manners were ingrained in her bones and flowed in her blood.

So here's the question: why did the eldest daughter of the Yukinoshita family, who also grew up in the Yukinoshita family, develop a completely different personality from her?

In the audience, Shiyu was the complete opposite of Yukino. She looked bored, leaned lazily against the back of her chair, and even yawned slightly. Only when her eyes met those of Gen Chiyo on stage did she immediately show a bright and mischievous smile, her lips moving slightly as if she were saying something sweet and tender.

Finally, there was Kazusa. She had her arms crossed, her gaze unfriendly, and her face clearly showing impatience. The reason was that a boy in the seat in front of her kept turning around and trying to talk to her.

"...Finally, I hope that all of you can shine in this diverse campus and live a colorful life. Thank you."

When Yuan Qianye finished his speech, a round of applause erupted from the audience.

"That's very well said, Yuan."

When he returned to his seat, the vice class monitor and several girls next to him gave him starry-eyed looks.

Being classmates with the handsome, academically excellent, and famous Yuan Qianye is simply the greatest fortune in my life!

"Thank you."

Yuan Qianye smiled slightly, but what he got in return was their stunned reaction, and the scene fell into a freeze moment.

Only when he stopped smiling and turned his gaze back to the stage did they snap out of their daze, hurriedly straightening their heads, covering their flushed faces, and trying to suppress their rapidly beating hearts.

After the opening ceremony, Yuan Qianye returned to the classroom with the rest of her class.

"Chiya, over here, over here!"

Ignoring the stares of other students, Touma Yoko waved vigorously at Minamoto Chiya on the path the students took back to the classroom.

Yuan Qianye walked over quickly.

"I watched your speech too, and it was very good. But why don't you perform another talent?"

Yuan Qianye shook his head: "The opening ceremony isn't my personal show."

"It's also..."

Gen Chiya looked behind her: "If you're looking for Kazusa, her class should be at the back. She should be out in a little while."

"Why are you looking for her? I've been staying at home with her all the time lately, and I'm already tired of her. I came here specifically to see you."

Students kept passing by, all looking at this place with curious eyes.

A handsome first-year student, a wonderful pairing with a stylish and sophisticated woman.

Touma Yoko glanced at the situation to the side and gave Minamoto Chiya a look, signaling him to go to the other side to talk.

The two arrived at the shade of the trees in the central courtyard.

Yoko Touma stroked the tree trunk, her tone filled with nostalgia.

"Looking back on my school days, that period was quite wonderful."

"Does that mean you had already had several boyfriends by that time?"

"Did Miyoko tell you that?"

"We've only talked about these kinds of topics occasionally and unintentionally."

What else did you two talk about in private?

"There are too many to list. It would take a whole day to explain them all. Besides, you probably didn't come to me for something like this, did you?"

“That’s not true.” Although Yoko was still somewhat concerned, she did have more important things to do, just as Minamoto Chiyo had said.

She sat on a bench by the roadside, patted the spot next to her, and Yuan Qianye sat down as well.

"I'm going on another international tour soon, and this time I'll probably be gone for three months and won't be coming back in between."

"That means Kazusa will be home alone again during this period."

"That's right. Although I asked Miyoko to visit her more often when she has free time, well, Miyoko is a gentle person and a kind-hearted person. Even if she tells me something, my Kazusa probably won't listen."

But you're different. You and Kazusa are good friends and the same age. You even took care of her before, so you're kind to her. That's why she's quite polite to you. And now you're in the same school... Do you understand what I mean?

Yuan Qianye nodded: "I will take care of her as much as I can within my capabilities."

"It's so easy talking to smart people. They won't let you help them for nothing. Let me know when the shop you took over officially opens. I'll get a membership card first, and when I go back to China, I'll bring some of my friends to support them."

"I appreciate your kind offer, but it's not necessary. Kazusa and I are already friends."

"Let's keep things separate. How's the store doing right now?"

"We are proceeding with preparations for the official opening in an orderly manner, but Shihua has not yet decided what kind of restaurant she wants to open."

"It's normal to feel a little lost and unsure how to take the first step when it's your first time. I felt the same way when I transitioned from being a pure pianist to a business. In short, don't overthink it. Just follow your own ideas, and everything will be fine."

"That's what I told her too, that she doesn't need to rush, and that she can go to various popular restaurants to check out their restaurants and find inspiration."

"Speaking of which, I just remembered..."

Yoko rummaged through her handbag and took out her wallet.

She pulled out all the bank cards and credit cards from the hidden compartment and laid them on her thighs, which were pressed together.

“There should be one… Ah! I found one!” she said, her eyes lighting up the next moment as she took out a card and handed it to Yuan Qianye.

This card has a simple design, and the edges are slightly yellowed, making it look quite old.

Yuan Qianye accepted it with both hands: "What is this?"

“You just said to let Shika go to different restaurants to find inspiration, and I suddenly remembered that I have an old friend whose culinary skills are unimaginably superb.”

"Old friend?"

"To be precise, he's the husband of an old friend from my student days. But after that friend passed away, I lost touch with him... Don't worry about that. Anyway, take this business card to Shihua and have her go to this restaurant, give her my name, and find the owner. He should give Shihua some useful advice because of me, which should help her open her own business."

"Thank you very much!" Yuan Qianye bowed his head slightly.

If Touma Yoko, who has traveled all over the world and tasted cuisines from various countries and regions, says that Toka's culinary skills are "unbelievably high," then it would definitely be very beneficial for her to meet him.

Yoko chuckled and waved her hand dismissively: "No need to be so polite. We're helping each other out. You help take care of my willful daughter in life and at school, and I'll help you expand your network and provide some assistance within my capacity. It's a win-win situation. Besides, I've never forgotten that you're my savior."

"As I said, the fact that I could see your physical condition at that time was at most a lucky coincidence, just something I learned from the book."

"That doesn't negate the fact that you saved my life. Alright, stop denying that now. I should probably go."

Touma Yoko got up from the bench.

"Go back and pack your bags; we should leave this afternoon."

"Are you leaving so soon?"

"I should have left two days ago, but I kept putting it off until today to accompany Kazusa to school to handle her enrollment matters. I can't delay any longer."

“You are a good mother,” Yuan Qianye said earnestly.

Yoko looked at him, chuckled, and gently touched his cheek with her slender index finger: "Then how about you consider becoming my son too?"

"it is good."

"I knew it, you'd do it again..."

Halfway through her laughter, Yoko suddenly froze.

"...What did you just say?"

Yuan Qianye smiled and said, "Good luck on the tour, and take care of your health while you're away."

"..."

Yoko stared at him, remained silent for a moment, then patted his shoulder forcefully.