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

liu 翼琦仪尔八F司死虾“源川桑”.

Her voice was soft and calm as she brought up a rather important matter.

"During your hospitalization and recuperation, your fans on social media have been very concerned about your situation. Today is your first day back at work. Would you like to post an update to let your fans know? This would reassure them and also serve as a form of publicity."

Genkawa Yu thought it made sense, so he opened his eyes, took the phone, and began to come up with a caption for his Twitter post.

At that moment, the door to the dressing room was gently pushed open, and Mai Sakurajima walked in. She had already taken off her costume coat, which made her look even more slender, and her face still carried the emotions of her performance.

"What are you busy with?"

She walked over to the single sofa next to Genkawa Yu and sat down, speaking casually as if they were having a casual chat.

“Ma Yi Sang”.

Genkawa Yu was still a little unaccustomed to the new title, so he paused for a moment, "Kato-san just reminded me that I should post an update about returning to work."

Upon hearing this, a bright light flashed in Mai Sakurajima's eyes. She turned to face Yu Genkawa, a highly infectious smile blooming on her face.

“That’s perfect! How about we take a group photo? It’ll be a reassurance to the viewers who have been following ‘Alice in the Land of the Dying,’ and it will also prove that [Ryohei Arisu] and [Yuzuha Usagi] are both full of energy, making everyone even more eager for the full episode.”

This proposal is bold and direct.

Given their current popularity and the immense popularity of this on-screen couple, even a casual behind-the-scenes photo would spark a very heated discussion.

Genkawa Yu paused for a moment, then subconsciously looked at Kato Megumi, seeking her opinion.

Kato Megumi maintained her usual calm expression, nodding slightly as if to indicate her approval. From Genkawa Yu's perspective as an actor, she felt that doing this was perfectly acceptable.

"Isn't this... a bit too deliberate?"

Genkawa Yu still had some concerns, mainly worried that the resulting interpretations would get out of control.

"How could it be intentional?"

Mai Sakurajima's smile grew even brighter, radiating her unique and irresistible charm of confidence.

"We're co-stars in the film crew, and good friends at that, so taking a photo together is totally normal! Come on, don't hesitate!"

As she spoke, she stood up and walked to the armrest of the sofa where Genkawa was sitting.

Then, very naturally, she leaned down, her shoulder intimately resting against his, and raised her phone, adjusting it to the front-facing camera.

Genkawa Yu could even feel the slight itch from the other's hair brushing against the side of his neck, and the warm breath emanating from her body.

"Come on, Yu-kun, look at the camera! Smile! Give me a peace sign!"

Mai Sakurajima gave the instructions in a light and cheerful tone, and then flashed a bright, slightly smug V-sign at the camera, her eyes sparkling.

Yuan Chuanyu was caught off guard by her sudden closeness and enthusiasm, but under her expectant gaze, he could only turn to the camera and give a slightly helpless but still gentle smile, making a simple V-sign victory sign.

"Crack!"

The shutter clicked crisply, freezing the image in an instant.

In the photo, both of them are wearing costumes from the play, and the background is a slightly messy but lifelike dressing room.

Mai Sakurajima leaned affectionately on Yu Genkawa's shoulder, her smile bright and dazzling, while Yu Genkawa's smile was gentle yet tinged with a sense of forced reluctance. Yet, the overall scene was exceptionally harmonious, brimming with youthful energy and an inexplicable sense of CP (couple) chemistry.

Mai Sakurajima took the phone, skillfully checked the photos, and was quite satisfied with the lighting and angles before handing the phone back to Yuu Genkawa.

"Let's use this one! You can decide on the text, a simple style is also good."

Looking at the overly "harmonious" photo on the screen, Genkawa Yu thought for a moment and finally uploaded it to his Twitter account.

He carefully considered his wording and added the caption.

Hello everyone, I'm finally back on set for "Alice in the Land of the Dying." Everything is fine, and thank you all for your continued care and support.

Today, together with my important partner and senior colleague Sakurajima, we gave it our all, hoping to present the best drama to everyone.

After this post was published, fans who follow Genkawa Yu instantly went wild, rushing to the comments section to reply and sparking lively discussions in various fan groups.

"Finally, Yu-kun is back at work! He looks great! Looking forward to the final episode!"

"Yu-kun has rejoined the production team! I can't wait!"

"So handsome! I can't wait for Arisu Ryohei's appearance!"

"Wait, so Sakurajima-san and Yu-kun are such good friends?"

"Am I the only one who thinks Sakurajima-san and Genkawa-sensei are a perfect match? No wonder the director chose them to play the male and female leads."

"+1! The atmosphere is amazing, and they even co-starred in '49' before, what a coincidence."

"Sakurajima-san is a female entertainer who appears in morning dramas. She's beautiful and a great actress. She would be a good match for Genkawa-sensei."

"No way! Sakurajima, stay away from him!"

"Yeah, Genkawa is a werewolf with a penchant for crossovers, not a good man!"

"Sakurajima-san, don't let him fool you!"

The comment section and reposts were instantly flooded with various discussions, on one hand, by people who were concerned about Yu Minakawa, and on the other hand, by a large number of Mai Sakurajima's fans.

As a child star who debuted as an actress, Mai Sakurajima has a large and diverse fan base with significant presence and spending power, which is part of her commercial value.

This group photo undoubtedly sends a very special signal to the outside world, bringing more imagination to those who are paying attention to "Alice in the Land of the Dying".

It was 9 p.m., and the busy day of filming finally came to an end.

The staff began packing up the equipment, and the actors gradually removed their makeup and prepared to leave.

Yu Genkawa and Mai Sakurajima, as the lead actresses, each have their own dressing room. At Megumi Kato's suggestion, the staff thoughtfully made room for them.

Only the two of them remained in the lounge, the air filled with the faint scent of makeup remover and an indescribable tranquility.

The afterglow of the setting sun shone through the window, casting a warm golden halo over the room.

Mai Sakurajima didn't leave immediately as usual. She sat in front of the vanity mirror and watched Yuu Genkawa tidying up his things through the reflection.

Her heart was pounding; the courage she had built up during the day was now surging within her chest.

There are some things she wants to tell the other person right now.

"Yu-kun."

Mai Sakurajima turned around and looked at him directly, her expression more serious than ever before, having shed all the pretense of being an actress and the composure of a senior in the entertainment industry.

"What...do you think of me?"

Genkawa Yu paused in his tidying up; what he had to face, he could not escape.

He turned around, meeting the other person's direct and intense gaze, and gave a very ordinary answer, "How else can I see it? Mai-san is my good friend and a senior in the entertainment industry."

This is an answer that doesn't really count as an answer.

So Mai Sakurajima took a deep breath, as if using all her strength, and asked the question that had been lingering in her mind for so long.

"Okay, now I want to ask you directly, Yu-kun, do you... have someone you like right now?"

This question is so direct, like a sharp sword, that it instantly cuts through all the veils of ambiguity and pierces the core of the problem.

Looking at the girl's resolute face, Yuan Chuanyu fully understood her feelings at that moment.

Liking someone is a very special situation. Perhaps it's due to spending a lot of time together, or perhaps it's due to some accidental opportunity. It can always make people have some intense emotions that are irrational, causing them to lose their original rationality.

Mai Sakurajima, of course, hadn't lost her temper; on the contrary, she calmly asked for the answer to the question.

After a while, Yuu suddenly remembered his promise to Akane Kurokawa. "A Bouquet of Love" was probably about to begin preparations and promotion; if he were to attract another girl at this time...

His silence and contemplation were also a clear signal, which Mai Sakurajima accurately captured.

The girl's heart sank, a bittersweet premonition welled up inside her, but what followed was not retreat, but a renewed surge of courage.

Mai Sakurajima firmly believes that happiness is something you have to fight for, not something you have to wait for the other person to take the initiative for.

Her tone became even calmer, and her gaze was fixed intently on the person in front of her.

"It's because of... Kurokawa-san, isn't it?"

The fact that the name was mentioned so clearly once again stunned Genkawa Yu, and in Sakurajima Mai's view, this reaction was almost tantamount to acquiescence.

The air in the lounge seemed to freeze, with only the faint sounds of city noise coming from outside the window and the two of them breathing.

Looking at the man before her, the man who had moved her heart so deeply for the first time, and who had even humbled himself to take the initiative, Mai Sakurajima felt a surge of mixed emotions as she watched his furrowed brows, furrowed by inner turmoil.

There was disappointment, jealousy, and resentment, but more than anything, there was a renewed evolution of resolve.

She is Mai Sakurajima, and she has always been number one since childhood.

Whether it's acting or academics, she is the proudest and most dazzling person.

At that moment, Mai Sakurajima suddenly stood up and walked step by step to Yu Genkawa, so close that they could almost feel each other's body temperature.

"Yu-kun, listen carefully."

Her voice was clear and powerful, each word like a tapping sound in a silent room, and also in Genkawa Yu's heart.

"I don't know what kind of agreement or story you and Kurokawa-san had, and I don't know if you have any other hesitations, but..."

The girl's eyes were very firm, as if burning with intense emotions.

"I have always believed that men and women are equal in matters of the heart. If you like someone, you should take the initiative to express your feelings. This has nothing to do with gender, it only has to do with sincerity, and it is a right that everyone has."

She slightly raised her chin, exuding the aura of a top actress who has stood the test of time in the entertainment industry, with an almost declarative confidence.

"I will not back down because of anyone else, nor will I give up easily."

"I trust my judgment, and I believe in my charm."

"So... Yu-kun..."

She paused, her gaze fixed intently on Genkawa Yu's somewhat bewildered eyes, and finally conveyed her emotions.

"I'll definitely make you fall in love with me!"

"This... is my declaration, Mai Sakurajima's declaration!"

"..."

The sixth chapter of Volume 2 of Tokyo Love Story, titled "A Bouquet of Love," has been officially announced! (6k copy)

Mai Sakurajima's words, "I will definitely make you fall in love with me!" were like a bombshell dropped into the quiet lounge. The sound wasn't loud, but it carried the power of thunder.

After saying that, Mai Sakurajima's previously firm posture vanished like a receding tide, and the next moment, without waiting for Yu Genkawa's reply, the girl turned around.