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Genkawa Yu put down his phone and couldn't help but chuckle.

This feeling of being completely organized, yet incredibly comfortable and efficient, was refreshing to him.

He walked towards the bathroom, where warm water from the showerhead gradually brought him back to his senses.

After washing up, Yuan Chuanyu stood in front of the wardrobe, thought for a moment, and then chose a more casual outfit.

He wore a simple white baseball shirt with the collar slightly open and the cuffs casually rolled up, revealing a small section of his smooth forearm, exuding a casual elegance.

She paired the outfit with dark blue straight-leg jeans, which perfectly accentuated her leg lines. A black leather belt was tied around her waist, with a simple metal buckle that exuded a low-key luster. She completed the look with a pair of white sneakers, creating a clean and refreshing style that was both comfortable and fashionable.

After getting ready, Yuan Chuanyou stepped out of his house and saw the nanny van provided by his company already parked on the side of the road.

The car body is painted black and shiny, reflecting a soft light in the sunlight. The windows have just the right amount of light blocking, ensuring privacy inside the car without making it feel stuffy.

The driver was a middle-aged man in uniform with a serious expression. Upon seeing him, he immediately got out of the car and respectfully opened the car door for him.

The van was spacious and comfortable, equipped with a small refrigerator and a small table. Kato Megumi was already sitting by the window, with a tablet and a small laptop on her lap.

"Good morning, Genkawa-san." The short-haired girl nodded slightly.

"Good morning, Kato-san."

Genkawa Yu sat down in the seat opposite her, the car started, and then smoothly drove into the lane.

Once the car started moving, Megumi Kato immediately got to work.

"Mr. Genkawa, while we're on the road, I'd like to briefly report to you on a few follow-up work arrangements."

"First of all, besides the work related to 'Alice in the Land of the Dying,' I have an invitation to shoot the cover of the men's magazine 'LEON' tomorrow afternoon. They are very sincere, and the shoot will last about four hours."

"You need to come back to the office this Friday to discuss the endorsement of a winter beverage with your agent, Nakahara. We need to finalize the contract details."

She spoke at a steady pace and with clear logic, clearly having done a lot of research.

"In addition, given your recent surge in public appearances, your existing personal and sponsored clothing may not be sufficient to support optimal styling."

“I have already applied to the agency for the relevant matters and have made initial contact with the business personnel of GUCCI, Tom Ford, and the studio of Japanese designer Yohji Yamamoto. Do you have any brand preferences? If possible, I can help you schedule a private selection service soon.”

"Uh... caused ⒗嵘尔?尔侕..."

As Yuan Chuanyou listened to her calmly and methodically listing out the items, a sense of surprise rose within him once more.

These tasks are not only tedious but also require a high degree of foresight, but Kato Megumi not only thought of them but has already begun to put them into action.

This is... truly incredible.

"As for brands, I don't have a specific preference; I just need something that suits my style."

"These arrangements are all very good. Thank you for your hard work, Kato-san."

"I can't believe it," Genkawa Yu said sincerely, then relaxed and leaned back in the soft chair.

"I have to say, this kind of meticulous arrangement really makes people feel very safe. No wonder people say that artists' self-care ability is spoiled by their assistants."

Upon hearing this, Kato Megumi looked up at him, a faint smile seemingly flashing in her calm eyes, but it quickly disappeared.

The girl's voice was soft, yet it carried a strange sense of power.

"This is my job. Saving you time and energy so you can focus on your core work is the greatest value of being an artist's assistant."

"I understand, Kato-san. You don't need to feel too much pressure. We can work together gradually and become better partners."

Genkawa Yu said softly.

"...Um."

Kato Megumi paused slightly in her small hand holding the notebook, then continued writing something.

The black luxury van smoothly stopped in front of the TBS television station headquarters building. Before it had even come to a complete stop, several staff members who had been waiting at the door quickly came forward to greet it, their faces all wearing attentive yet tactful smiles.

Genkawa Yu recalled that just a few months ago, he was taking the tram to audition for a minor supporting role in "49," but now things were completely different.

The car door slid open automatically, and Genkawa Yu got out first, followed closely by Kato Megumi.

"Mr. Genkawa, hello. Director Aoyama and the other main creators are already waiting in the conference room. Your private lounge is ready. The audition will begin shortly. You have a private time slot, so please rest assured."

The head staff member spoke respectfully and stepped aside to lead the way.

Genkawa Yu nodded slightly and, accompanied by staff and Kato Keiichi on either side, walked towards the private elevator leading to the upper floors.

Everyone they encountered along the way, whether it was TV station employees rushing by or other artists who were also there for auditions or meetings, cast curious or envious glances their way.

Today, Yu Genkawa is no longer the newcomer who rose to prominence with "49".

He is now the absolute center of the phenomenal variety show "Love is a Required Course in Life," the king of topics who completed a stunning reversal of public opinion. After his Twitter followers surpassed one million, Hoshino Agency helped him secure many suitable endorsements during this period.

After becoming a new favorite of advertisers, Yu Genkawa's popularity among the public continues to rise.

Kato Megumi quietly followed half a step behind him, her gaze sweeping calmly over the surroundings.

The private elevator ascended silently and quickly, taking them to the designated floor, where the staff led them to a spacious and bright private lounge.

The interior is elegantly and comfortably furnished with a variety of items, including a leather sofa, a large dressing mirror, a mini-fridge, and even a coffee table with fresh fruit and delicate snacks.

Although Yuan Chuanyu was somewhat surprised, he quickly understood one thing.

Such a lounge is usually only enjoyed by big names in the entertainment industry. He himself is far from being a big name. However, since the entire filming of "Alice in the Land of the Dying" will be controlled by the burning group, it is a project personally signed by Fumio Suo.

So no matter how intense the infighting among the upper echelons of the "burning" genre is, on the surface, Genkawa Yu is the focus of everyone's attention, after all, he is the male protagonist and the lead actor.

"Please rest here for a while. I will come to let you know before the audition."

After speaking, the staff member politely withdrew.

Kato Megumi quickly and carefully checked the environment of the lounge, and after confirming that everything was in order, she handed the tablet computer to Genkawa Yu.

"Mr. Genkawa, this is the director team for today's audition. They are basically all members of Director Aoyama's team. Because of the huge success of 'Love Is a Required Course in Life,' I heard that Director Aoyama's power to allocate resources and his voice within the 'Burning' series have increased a lot. So, when it comes to filming 'Alice in the Land of the Dying,' he basically has the highest authority."

Her reports were always accompanied by necessary background information.

Although manager Kazuya Nakahara also conveys this information to Yu Minakawa, as a professional manager, he needs to spend most of his time outside negotiating work and accepting business deals, so he can't really be inseparable from Yu Minakawa. That's why he needs someone like an artist assistant to take care of the artist's daily life.

Taking the tablet, Genkawa Yu browsed the list, a faint smile playing on his lips.

"This TV series has a really big budget, so it should have a pretty good production effect."

“Yes, in addition to being broadcast in Japan, this drama will also be streamed in many countries through Netflix,” Kato Megumi said, clearly aware of the background of “Alice in the Land of the Dying.” “If you do well in this drama, Genkawa-san’s career will definitely take off.”

"I hope so."

After a while, there was a gentle knock on the door of the lounge.

The next moment, without confirmation, the door was pushed open a crack, and a familiar voice with a lazy smile came in.

"Let me see, who's making such a grand entrance, even having their own private lounge? Oh, it's the super popular Werewolf!"

Mai Sakurajima peeked in, dressed in a sharp black coat and casual trousers that accentuated her fair skin. Her coat was casually draped over her arm, and she wore her signature bright, slightly playful smile.

"Sakurajima-san".

Genkawa Yu immediately stood up with a smile, "Stop making fun of me, please come in."

Mai Sakurajima walked in with elegant steps, her gaze sweeping around the lounge with interest before finally settling on Yu Genkawa, and she teased him.

"How was it? From almost being condemned by the entire internet to now being the center of attention, wasn't that a thrilling rollercoaster ride? I watched the last part of the live stream with my hands in my palms. Do you know how many people were attacking you back then?"

She spoke casually, as if it were just a casual remark, but a subtle concern lurked deep in her eyes.

"Thanks to the production team, it didn't turn out badly in the end."

Genkawa Yu invited her to sit on the sofa.

"But seriously..."

Mai Sakurajima's joking expression faded slightly, and she leaned forward a little, her tone becoming more serious.

"Your last words not only left a deep impression on the audience, but also gained recognition from many people in the entertainment industry. Many actresses have mentioned your name recently."

"Isn't that a good thing?"

The two were chatting like old friends when the door to the lounge was silently pushed open again.

Kato Megumi walked in carrying a freshly brewed cup of black coffee that exuded a rich aroma. She seemed not to see Sakurajima Mai, but went straight to Genkawa Yu's side, interrupting their conversation in a soft but clear voice.

"Mr. Genkawa, your coffee, I've added milk and half a sugar cube to your usual taste."

Her appearance was like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, instantly attracting Mai Sakurajima's attention.

"Who is this...?"

Mai Sakurajima was taken aback, her probing and questioning gaze immediately falling on the girl who had suddenly appeared, a girl with delicate features but an unusually calm demeanor.

She remembered... Yuan Chuanyu's previous manager was a middle-aged man.

Let me introduce myself.

Genkawa Yu naturally accepted the coffee; the cup was at the perfect temperature. "This is my assistant, Kato-san, and this is Sakurajima-san. They're my seniors in the entertainment industry."

Kato Megumi then turned to Sakurajima Mai, bowed slightly, and wore an impeccable professional smile.

"Hello, Sakurajima-san. I've heard so much about you. I'm Kato Megumi, Genkawa-san's artist assistant. I look forward to working with you in the future."

Kato Megumi's tone was perfectly calm and her words were extremely polite.

However, after looking the other person up and down, Mai Sakurajima found herself inexplicably feeling a little uneasy.

It's like... a "butler" suddenly appears to be closely guarding your very important "friend".

Is this a woman's intuition?

Mai Sakurajima's lazy smile faded considerably, and her tone carried a hint of barely perceptible arrogance.

"So you're an artist's assistant. Genkawa-kun is quite different now, his pomp and circumstance have grown." This sounded like a casual compliment, but it actually carried a hint of teasing.

"Don't make fun of me, Sakurajima-san. We're all here on serious business today."

Genkawa Yu smiled and then picked up the script that was placed next to him.

Kato Megumi immediately said to Genkawa Yu, "Genkawa-san, I'll go back to the director's team to confirm the audition time."

Then she gave Mai Sakurajima a slight bow again, turned around and quietly left the lounge, her movements slow and silent, as if she had never been there.

The atmosphere in the lounge became subtly tense for a moment.