I really just want to grind for entries related to crossover anime/manga.

"No way, bro, you're... dancing on the edge of a knife! You're not planning to hang on to both sides and eventually come up with a double solution, are you?"

"Two legs" means having two options.

"Heh, do you think that's possible?"

Genkawa Yu smiled, and then Yamazaki Haruto followed suit.

After a while, he patted Yuan Chuan You on the back again, his tone half teasing and half serious warning.

"I really have to remind you, playing with fire when it comes to relationships can burn you, especially since you're at the height of your fame right now, with so many eyes watching you!"

He seemed to remember something, his expression became even more serious, and he leaned closer, almost whispering.

"Also, you have to be very careful of those guys at Weekly Bunshun. They're notorious 'hyenas' in the industry, they're practically everywhere."

“I once heard a senior colleague say that in order to get big news, it is common for their reporters to stake out locations for days and nights. They are also good at making up stories and taking photos from different angles.”

Although Haruto Yamazaki is not as famous as Yu Minakawa at present, he has several male seniors with whom he has a good relationship, so he knows more about the entertainment industry than Yu Minakawa.

"And don't forget, Sakurajima-san is backed by HORIPRO agency, one of the three major agencies in the entertainment industry. They are very powerful and deeply rooted. Although they claim to be very humane towards their artists, that's only towards their own people. They never show any mercy to outsiders. They are extremely strict in protecting the image of their own artists."

"What if... I mean, what if you and Sakurajima are actually photographed doing something by Bunshun? If the scandal blows up, not only will Sakurajima face enormous pressure from her agency, but your own fledgling career will also likely be affected."

"Even though you've hitched a ride on the high-octane bandwagon, it doesn't mean you're truly invincible in the entertainment industry. Do you understand what I mean?"

As a good brother, Haruto Yamazaki's words were not just casual remarks, but genuinely meant to help him.

Although Yuu Minakawa knew the seriousness of the situation, he couldn't help but feel a little helpless.

She started her career by playing a minor role and got into a conflict with Johnny & Associates, one of the three major talent agencies. Then she got involved in the succession struggle of the entertainment industry's leading agency, "Burning Series," and now she's also involved with "HORIPRO Agency," the agency behind Mai Sakurajima.

What's so special about this? Let me teach you how to quickly navigate the entertainment industry.

"I know, I'll be careful. Thank you, Haruto."

"Tch, we're all buddies, why bring this up?"

Haruto Yamazaki smiled and then drank a little more with him.

The celebration party ended late at night, and Kato Megumi came in a nanny van from Hoshino's office to pick up the drunk Genkawa Yu and take him home.

The car was kept in its usual silence, with only the low hum of the engine running smoothly.

Genkawa Yu leaned back in the comfortable seat, resting with his eyes closed. He was quite happy today, so he was a little drunk.

Kato Megumi sat next to him, and he could feel the familiar masculine presence and the smell of alcohol permeating the car.

However, the girl was already quite familiar with it.

She showed no resistance, but quietly prepared hangover medicine and warm water that she had prepared in advance to help Yuan Chuan You recover better.

After Genkawa Yu gradually regained consciousness, Kato Megumi opened the car window a crack to let in the fresh night air and instructed the driver to drive more smoothly.

These things were done in one go, just like her—always so reliable and reassuring.

"Kato...is he almost here?"

"Okay, let me help you upstairs in a bit."

"Okay, thank you, Kato... Without you, I feel like I'd really become a useless person."

The man, whose voice still carried a hint of something, turned his head and finally slowly leaned to the other side.

The next moment, Kato Megumi immediately pressed her shoulder against Genkawa Yu's head, her voice still soft.

"Yes, I will always... always stay by your side."

A week later, under the meticulous planning of director Aoyama and the efficient operation of the Burning Studio, the official account of the TV series "Alice in the Land of the Dying" and the social media accounts of all the main actors jointly released a major announcement that filming had officially wrapped up and that the series had entered the post-production stage.

The announcement not only confirmed that the series had completed its rough cut and was undergoing intensive post-production work such as special effects and soundtrack, but also released an event preview that instantly excited all fans.

Next Friday, the cast and crew of "Alice in the Land of the Dying" will hold an offline fan meeting and premiere event for the first episode at a large cinema in Tokyo.

This news was like a spark thrown into a pyre, instantly igniting the passion of all the long-awaiting fans and setting off a raging inferno.

Although the official announcement clearly stated that due to safety and venue limitations, the number of tickets for the offline event was extremely limited and a very strict "fan club priority lottery system" was adopted (Yu Minakawa also has a fan club, which is operated by Hoshino Office).

The odds of winning a ticket are almost one in ten thousand, making them extremely difficult to obtain, but this does not deter the fans' enthusiasm and desire.

Online, various support groups, fan discussion forums, and social media topic pages for the actors have been completely engulfed in a sea of ​​celebration.

"I've finally waited for this! Filming wrapped up! Meet and Greet! Premiere! I'm so excited I can't sleep!"

"I need a ticket! I'll pay a fortune for a ticket! Any seat is fine! I'd trade my luck in love for the next three years for a ticket!"

"Sakurajima-san! I can finally see Sakurajima-san in person! I'm so excited, I'll definitely go!"

"Yu-kun! My god, I must go to the scene to cheer for you! I must shout for you!"

"I heard that not only will the full version of the first episode be shown for the first time, but there will also be interaction with the main actors and an autograph session? That's so amazing!"

"I want to see what Genkawa Yu is like offline. This guy has been making too much news lately, hasn't he?"

"Fans of the original novel are ready to grab tickets and are poised to pounce!"

In the core fan group for Genkawa Yu, "We Who Love Yu-kun," the chat was as lively as if it were the grandest festival.

Yuki Natsukawa, whose ID is "Yuki-chan_Summer", was so excited that she kept refreshing the screen, expressing her ecstasy and determination to grab tickets.

【Yuki-chan_Summer】: "Sisters, a historic moment has arrived! This is Yu-kun's first offline fan meeting, and it's scheduled for next Friday. If I can actually touch Yu-kun's skin, I feel like my life is complete!"

【Yuki-chan_Summer】: "Look! The details are out! There's a lottery system! Everyone hurry up and sign up!"

[My screen is a bit dusty, let me lick it]: "Yuki-chan, calm down. Although I'm super excited too, the odds of winning feel even lower than winning the lottery. I'm starting to get anxious. What should I do?"

【Aiyouren Pioneer No. 1】: "I'm genuinely happy for You-kun. This TV series is probably going to be released soon. I'll try my best to get tickets. If I can't get any, I'll wait for everyone's good news in the group chat!"

[Tokyo's Number One Love Yu]: "I wonder what it would be like if Yu-kun participated in an offline event. If I could just say a few words to Yu-kun, I would die happy."

【Yu's Breath】: "These tickets are really hard to get, and there are also fans of other artists competing for them. Can't you open a channel exclusively for Yu-kun's fans?"

Just as everyone in the group was sighing about how difficult it was to get tickets, a female member who usually didn't speak much, with the ID "[Sana under the camera]", suddenly appeared and spoke.

Her profile picture is a photo of Yu Minakawa in her school uniform with blonde hair, taken when she played the lead role in "49". She's clearly a long-time fan.

[Sana under the camera]: "Don't be discouraged, everyone. Because of the nature of my work, I'm considered a media person. My boss has already notified me that I'm going to participate in an event today, and I've been granted the right to conduct an inside media interview."

[Sana under the camera]: "Although I can't participate in all the interactive activities like a regular fan, I should be able to move around in certain areas and take some backstage photos and on-site photos. If the event organizers allow it and it doesn't involve confidential information, I will try my best to share them in the group as soon as possible so that everyone can also feel the atmosphere of the event."

This message was like a timely rain, instantly creating a huge stir in the group!

【Yuki-chan_Summer】: "Aaaaaah! Sana-san, you're amazing!"

[Tokyo's Number One Love Yu]: "Inside media access! My God, that's really amazing. This is a real lifesaver. Please take more close-up photos of Yu-kun. I want to make posters and put them on my bedside table."

【Yu no Breath】: "Tears of envy streamed down my face... Sana-san, I'm counting on you, you are our eyes."

The appearance of "[Sana under the Camera]" opened a window to the mysterious scene for all the countless fans in this group who could not be there in person, bringing them great comfort and unprecedented anticipation.

Yuki Natsukawa excitedly stated that if she couldn't get a ticket, she would stay glued to the group chat, constantly refreshing the page, waiting for the firsthand news from the front lines.

Suddenly, all eyes and topics were focused on the upcoming offline event for "Alice in the Land of the Dying".

Fans were overjoyed and excited, while astute media and industry insiders realized that this was far more than just a simple promotional campaign for the series.

It brings together the most talked-about actors and is a highly anticipated big-budget production, undoubtedly a huge traffic magnet and a goldmine of news.

"Will you feel pressured?"

In the break room of Hoshino Agency, Genkawa Yu looked at the various expectant messages on his phone and heard the voice of his manager, Nakahara Kazuya, next to him.

Since becoming Genkawa Yu's exclusive manager, the other party has not only received a promotion and a raise, but also heard that President Kato plans to train him to enter the management track, so this man has been working very hard lately.

"Just a little bit."

Yuanchuan You didn't turn his head and continued looking at his phone.

"Remember to perform well. When this drama airs, you might even be able to compete for this year's Best Newcomer Award."

"Really? That's good."

Volume 2 Tokyo Love Story: Chapter 9 Offline Screening, Akane Kurokawa's Post-Nine? Stroll? Stroll Ryuki Support Group (Two-in-One, 5.5K)

The official announcement of the offline fan meeting and premiere of the first episode of "Alice in the Land of the Dying" has once again stirred up netizens who are following this hot topic.

On one hand, there's the male lead, Yuu Genkawa, whose online discussions and fame are growing, and on the other hand, there's the national-level actress Mai Sakurajima, who plays the female lead. The presence of both of them adds an undeniable aura to the event, making countless fans eagerly anticipate the day of the offline meeting.

Time slipped by amidst the anxious anticipation of fans and the relentless pre-release coverage by the media, and the premiere arrived as scheduled.

Backstage at the event venue, in a dressing room prepared for the lead actors, the air was filled with the faint scent of cosmetics and a subtle sense of tension before battle.

Yuan Chuan You has changed into a dark gray suit with subtle patterns, specially tailored for him by the brand, which makes his broad shoulders and narrow waist appear even more refined and elegant.

Meanwhile, Megumi Kato remained a silent shadow, standing quietly to the side, holding a tablet computer and reporting on her work in her usual gentle tone, devoid of any emotional fluctuation.

"Mr. Genkawa, the online discussion surrounding this event continues to surge, and your Twitter followers are steadily increasing."

"On the other hand, according to the established schedule, after the successful conclusion of this event, you will have about a week of rest until the end of January, after which you will officially join the film crew of 'Love Like a Bouquet' to carry out pre-production work such as taking costume photos."

Her voice was clear and restrained, yet it stood out remarkably in the quiet lounge.

Sakurajima Mai, who was sitting at the adjacent dressing table and reviewing the event schedule, paused almost imperceptibly at the fingertips.

The film "Love Like a Bouquet" belongs to Akane Kurokawa.

Although she maintained her impeccable smile, Mai Sakurajima turned her head to look at her.

"Yu-kun's schedule is really packed. The TV series just finished airing, and his journey on the big screen is about to begin immediately."

She tilted her head slightly, her soft hair brushing against her fair collarbone, but her gaze held a special meaning as she focused on Genkawa Yu's face.

"Speaking of which, now that you mention it, I do miss the atmosphere of movie sets. After all, the quality of the big screen can never be completely replaced by television dramas."

Genkawa Yu met her gaze in the mirror, somewhat surprised by her sudden remark, but still responded with a polite smile.

"Mai-san is too modest. With your status and influence in the entertainment industry, making a movie should be a very simple matter for you, right?"

Upon hearing this, Mai Sakurajima's eyes immediately lit up.

That's exactly the compliment she wanted!

So the girl went up to her, leaned forward slightly, and closed the distance between them even further. A brighter, more dazzling smile bloomed on her face, almost blinding.