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

Genkawa Yu didn't refuse; he figured he might as well go all the way.

Time passed in a slightly strange atmosphere. Machida Sonoko skillfully changed the ice towel and went to the kitchen to pour warm water for later use, while Genkawa Yu could only maintain a somewhat awkward posture, sitting on the chair by the bed, letting the sleeping Kasumigaoka Utaha hold his wrist.

About half an hour later, with the combined effects of antipyretics and physical cooling, Kasumigaoka Utaha's body temperature gradually returned to normal, and her breathing became more stable.

Her eyelashes fluttered a few times, and she finally slowly opened her eyes.

Those wine-red eyes were initially confused and hazy. It took them a while to focus before they could make out the pattern of the ceiling, and then the tall figure sitting on the edge of the bed.

When her gaze finally landed on Genkawa Yu's face, her beautiful eyes widened instantly, and her confusion was quickly replaced by shock and disbelief.

She even subconsciously tried to sit up, but fell back down due to weakness and dizziness.

"Mr. Genkawa? You..."

Her voice was hoarse and weak, filled with great confusion.

"Was I dreaming? It seemed like... I saw you, Genkawa-sensei, appear at my door."

Kasumigaoka Utaha clearly remembers fainting at the doorway, and then... falling into a warm and reliable embrace?

Could it be... that none of this is an illusion?

When Yuan Chuanyu saw that she had woken up, he finally breathed a sigh of relief and tried to free his wrist from her grasp.

Kasumigaoka Utaha then realized that she had been holding onto the other person's arm the whole time. She let go abruptly as if she had been electrocuted, a blush of embarrassment instantly rising on her pale face, and her eyes looked away in a panic.

"Kasumigaoka-sensei, it's good that you're awake."

Genkawa Yu tried his best to make his tone sound natural and calm, and then briefly repeated to Machida Sonoko what he had explained to her earlier.

"In short... that's the situation. Editor Machida was also worried about you, and that's why he came over."

Kasumigaoka Utaha then noticed Machida Sonoko standing at the foot of the bed, looking at them with a "kind" yet eerie smile.

"Machida-san..."

She felt even more embarrassed and wished she could bury herself under the covers.

At her most vulnerable moment, not only did she trouble Yuu Minakawa to take care of her, but her editor also witnessed this scene!

"Xiao Shi, how are you feeling now? You have no idea how worried I was this morning..."

Machida Sonoko immediately stepped forward and touched her forehead with concern. "It's a good thing that Genkawa-sensei happened to be there, otherwise the consequences would have been unimaginable! You should thank him properly."

Kasumigaoka Utaha pursed her pale lips, her eyes flickering as she looked at Genkawa Yu, her voice barely audible: "...Thank you, Genkawa-sensei, for troubling you so much today."

"It was just a small favor. I only found out today that I am Kasumigaoka-sensei's neighbor. We can visit each other more often in the future."

Genkawa Yu responded politely with a smile.

After confirming that Kasumigaoka Utaha was conscious and her body temperature was dropping, Machida Sonoko finally felt completely relieved.

After feeling relieved, the feeling of a "mother" eager to find a partner for her daughter resurfaced in her mind.

Machida Sonoko suddenly clapped her hands and said with a smile.

"Oh, I'm relieved to see that you're alright, Xiaoshi. I think Teacher Yuanchuan is very attentive and considerate in taking care of people. Now that you're awake, Xiaoshi, I have to go back to the company. I have to work overtime today."

As she spoke, she picked up her bag as if to leave, and winked at Kasumigaoka Utaha, mouthing a silent message.

"Keep it up, Xiao Shi!"

Kasumigaoka Utaha: "???"

The girl couldn't help but call out to her, but Machida Sonoko had already slipped out of the bedroom with light steps and even "thoughtfully" closed the door for them, leaving the two inside in an even more subtle silence.

A little while later, Kasumigaoka Utaha's phone vibrated. She picked it up and saw that it was a text message from Machida Sonoko.

[Xiao Shi, get some rest, but be sure to seize the opportunity! Teacher Yuan Chuan is a highly sought-after talent! Keep it up! (?o?o)??]

Looking at the text message, Kasumigaoka Utaha's face flushed red and then turned pale, she was at a loss for words.

She glanced at Genkawa Yu secretly and noticed that he stood up immediately after Machida Sonoko left.

"Kasumigaoka-sensei, now that you're awake, I'll go first..."

"Wait a moment."

Kasumigaoka Utaha suddenly called out to him. She seemed to struggle for a moment, then raised her head. Although her eyes were still a little weak, they had regained some of their usual seriousness.

"Mr. Yuanchuan, are you really my neighbor?"

"Yes, it's such a coincidence."

Genkawa Yu nodded. "I just moved here not long ago. I've been busy before, and then I was hospitalized... I haven't had a chance to visit my neighbors, so I thought I'd take advantage of the New Year holiday to say hello."

Kasumigaoka Utaha paused for a moment, seemingly lost in thought.

Then, as if she had made up her mind, her tone carried a hint of self-deprecation and weariness.

"Please excuse me, Mr. Genkawa. This time... it's because of the new book. The sales of the third volume of 'Love Metronome' are not good, which has put a lot of pressure on me... and I also caught a cold."

Genkawa Yu nodded in understanding.

"It's normal to encounter creative blocks. Kasumigaoka-sensei, there's no need to be too hard on yourself. Health is the most important asset, so you must get plenty of rest."

Perhaps it's because people are especially vulnerable when they're sick, or perhaps it's Yuu Genkawa's calm and gentle demeanor that makes people unconsciously want to confide in him.

Kasumigaoka Utaha didn't use her sharp tongue to defend herself, but instead sighed, "Everyone understands the道理 (principles/reasoning)... but sometimes it's just impossible to shake off that anxiety. No matter how I revise the beginning of Volume 4, I'm still not satisfied..."

Knowing that the young man in front of her was also an author, the girl subconsciously began to share her thoughts on the story.

She subconsciously began to recount the predicament she was facing, the turning points in the characters' emotions, and the handling of the plot's tension... In fact, Kasumigaoka Utaha didn't expect Genkawa Yu to provide a solution right now; it was more like an emotional outburst.

However, Genkawa Yu listened very attentively.

He occasionally raises a question or two, or offers some very pertinent advice on emotional build-up and pacing from the perspective of readers and creators.

Because he mastered the term "Junior Novelist (Green)," Yuu Genkawa's insights were quite unique and always provided some inspiration.

Kasumigaoka Utaha was somewhat surprised to find that his words unexpectedly touched on some of her struggles, bringing a sense of sudden enlightenment.

The two of them ended up having a very congenial discussion about creative issues for more than half an hour.

"...Perhaps we don't need to rush the protagonist to make a decision, but instead, we can gradually build up the emotional weight and the inevitability of the choice through some everyday, seemingly insignificant little things?"

Yu Minakawa concluded, "If you want to create more drama, you can add some new characters to generate more conflict."

Kasumigaoka Utaha nodded thoughtfully. "A new character?"

"Kasumigaoka-sensei can take this as a reference. I believe you can take it a step further."

Genkawa Yu nodded; in fact, this conversation had also prompted him to think.

After completing the script for "Love Like a Bouquet," the entry for "[Unceasing Writing]" was almost ready for production. To synthesize a better entry, he needed to continue gaining experience.

[Production Sequence Two: Unceasing Writing]

Experience points: 78/100

The direction of the new book must be put on the agenda as soon as possible, and after today's conversation, Genkawa Yu felt that he had grasped a direction.

The themes of emotions, growth, and the brilliance of life immediately reminded Yuu Genkawa of a wonderful story.

Perhaps it was seeing Kasumigaoka Utaha, who was weak due to illness, that sparked an idea.

Genkawa Yu's eyes lit up instantly, immersed in a sudden burst of creative excitement, even temporarily forgetting the occasion and Kasumigaoka Utaha who was still ill.

Kasumigaoka Utaha also keenly noticed the subtle change in his aura, a focused and single-minded expression.

She couldn't help but ask curiously, "Mr. Genkawa? What's on your mind?"

Genkawa Yu snapped out of his reverie, looked at Kasumigaoka Utaha, and his smile became even more genuine and bright. "Yes, I just came up with a really good idea, perfect for my next book."

"really?"

Kasumigaoka Utaha's face immediately lit up with a smile. She was a loyal fan of "Love Letter," and it would be wonderful if Genkawa Yu created a new story.

"Yes, this story is definitely going to be very touching."

Paint 2·Phosphorus?I?! Three deaths "touching?"

Kasumigaoka Utaha paused for a moment, then asked, "Could it be... that Genkawa-sensei is going to write about regrets and missed opportunities again?"

"Similar, but the theme is about exploring life."

Genkawa Yu thought of the story, which, from the first-person perspective of "I," gazed at his lover's gradual withering away under the torment of tuberculosis.

The brushstrokes are clean, yet every word is full of emotion.

The swaying birch trees, the mountain mist, the summer sunlight—the more tranquil and beautiful nature is, the more it highlights the cruelty and silence of life's passing.

"Really."

Kasumigaoka Utaha thought for a moment, then looked at his handsome profile. "Have you thought of a title yet, Genkawa-sensei?"

"Um..."

"Let's call it 'The Wind Rises'."

Volume 2 Tokyo Love Story: Chapter 4 I am Mai Sakurajima! (2-in-1 5.5K)

Inspiration is something that authors can only hope to encounter.

Like the sun just rising on the distant horizon, it suddenly pierces through the long-accumulated clouds, illuminating the boundless wilderness in one's heart.

He gained a lot from a conversation with Kasumigaoka Utaha, and after this inspiration came to him, he immediately confirmed his direction.

The Wind Rises.

When those three words settled in his heart, Yuu Minakawa felt a completely different emotion welling up inside him.

He wanted to recreate this story, and the process of recreating it required not fancy words and dramatic plots, but extreme self-reflection and the shaping of genuine emotions.

This is a process of creation, and also a process of self-cultivation.

After staying at Kasumigaoka Utaha's apartment for a while to confirm that her temperature had stabilized and to remind her again to take her medicine on time and get plenty of rest, Genkawa Yu left.

When facing Yuu Genkawa, Kasumigaoka Utaha's attitude has changed from initial admiration and interest to a more complex and indescribable feeling.

Seeing herself in such a disheveled state caused a strange mix of emotions to well up inside this usually proud girl.

Returning to his apartment, Genkawa Yu went straight to his desk.