Uneasy daily life

"Ahem..." Yukino Yukinoshita secretly reached behind her and pinched the back of the white figure. "White Fungus, you haven't asked for my opinion yet—I have no interest in appearing on screen, and I can't act either."

Mai Sakurajima twirled her toes, grinding them against someone's foot: "As for acting, I could train Yukino. As for appearing on camera... hasn't Yukino performed on stage before? She shouldn't have any problems in front of the camera, right? Or is it that you don't want to become a public figure?"

"You don't want to be a public figure, do you?" Yukino Yukinoshita pursed her lips.

Mai Sakurajima chuckled and teased, "So, you still really want to be the female lead?"

Yukino Yukinoshita remained silent.

"It's alright." The white figure waved his hand. "Do you know what post-production is? Don't worry, brave warrior. We'll censor your image, and no one will be able to recognize you."

Yukinoshita Yukino: “?”

Doesn't that sound even stranger?!

"Actually, none of that matters. Whether you ignore it or don't put your name in the closing credits, there are ways to resolve it." Mai Sakurajima asked again, "Yukino, do you want to be the lead actress this time?"

"..."

Yukino Yukinoshita suddenly realized that everyone was looking at her, waiting for her to give an answer.

This female lead really didn't have many scenes; she's only worth remembering...

I really can't act...

I have no interest in showing my face in public or anything like that...

"Ah."

Yukino Yukinoshita responded softly.

“OK! The female lead is confirmed, and the male lead is definitely my little brother. Besides, based on the description in your script, there's no other actor suitable than you.” Okita took out his phone, walked aside, and made a call. “Hey—wife! I got a job, so I won't be home for a while… Huh? My mom's subtly pressuring me to have a baby again? Ignore her, don't listen. If she keeps pressuring you, just tell her what I said—I've been a kid before, causing trouble for my parents, haven't I? I'm not having any! Don't just say you don't want any, when it comes to dealing with parents, I'm a professional with decades of experience. You can't beat me, hahahahaha!”

Ok?

Yukino Yukinoshita was somewhat surprised.

If I remember correctly, Director Okita was still going back and forth with his family before, right? He repeatedly tricked his family into investing in his movies under the guise of arranged marriages... And now, he's already married?

She felt inexplicably concerned and had some inexplicable feelings, but didn't know where to begin.

"Director of The Untamed, you've still entered the grave of marriage." Bai Ying sighed. "Back then, you were clearly a hero living in a dark room, but now you have to call home to report before you even go out."

"Huh? I invited you to my wedding and you stood me up. What's with this sudden change of heart?" Okita retorted.

"Nonsense! You clearly want me to attend the wedding so you can get some inspiration and come up with a script for pleasing women! Everyone knows you're up to no good!"

"Tsk, bro, you're always smart when you shouldn't be."

Okita suddenly launched into a long speech: "But my friend, think about it again. I think my own life journey is perfect for writing a screenplay! On the journey of pursuing dreams, you happen to meet a like-minded person, lock each other in a little dark room, point fingers at each other's aesthetic directions, argue and bicker, make movies and write screenplays, and get married along the way. How romantic is that story..."

"I'm sorry, you're a good person, but I have a girlfriend."

The white figure stepped back, shielding Sakurajima Mai and Yukino Yukinoshita in front of her.

"climb!"

The director of "The Untamed" was concise and to the point.

"OK! Then the script, storyboard, and shooting schedule will be handed over to the two assistant directors and the director. I'll take care of the location and extras."

The white figure pulled Yukino Yukinoshita up and ran out the door in a flash.

Angelina was enjoying herself when suddenly Nian and Okita Masashi looked over.

"What brings you here, gentlemen?"

Angelina trembled.

On the other side, Mai Sakurajima secretly nudged Haruno Yukinoshita, who hadn't said a word until now: "Envious?"

"Forget it, I can't be as sentimental and tender-hearted as Yukino-chan." Yukinoshita Haruno shook her head. "It's okay to watch, but if I tried to do it myself, I'd get goosebumps all over."

……

"Bai Jun, since we're going to make a movie, shouldn't I get some acting training?"

On the train, Yukino Yukinoshita glanced at the white figure, somewhat puzzled.

"Acting skills?" Bai Ying asked in surprise. "When did you start having the illusion that you can act?"

Yukino Yukinoshita stared silently at the white figure.

“Yes, yes, that’s the expression.” Bai Ying said with a grin. “Actually, when you’re performing, you just need to be careful not to show that you like me too much. Besides, there’s a mosaic, so the audience definitely won’t be able to see the way you blink and reveal your deep affection.”

"?"

Yukino Yukinoshita frowned slightly: "Nonsense."

"Oh? Then I'll try to imitate it."

Bai Ying composed herself, pursed her lips, and looked at Yukino Yukinoshita with indifferent eyes, as if she were staring at a stranger or someone she disliked.

Yukino Yukinoshita felt a slight tightness in her chest, a little unhappy... Hmm, is that really how she usually sees Haku-kun?

However, there's absolutely no hint of passion or longing in his eyes...

Her eyes twitched and looked in another direction, but... why did she feel like her gaze was still on her, like she was sneaking a glance out of the corner of her eye, or like she just happened to see it out of the corner of her eye...

Still watching...

You're not allowed to watch anymore.

"Hiss! Cut! Cut!" The white figure shuddered and shook his head vigorously. "No, no, imitating the hero staring at the hero is like being trapped in an endless vortex. It's not just 'sparkling,' it's practically flirting. If we keep staring, we might just end up kissing..."

Yukino Yukinoshita pursed her lips tightly, unable to utter a rebuttal. She hesitated, then secretly poked Shiro's side, occasionally pinching it when she got impatient.

The tram arrived at the station soon.

Yukino Yukinoshita got off the train and suddenly realized, "Haku-kun, who are we looking for in Chiba? We can find extras in Tokyo too..."

"The best extras were definitely from the past."

Bai Ying gave a thumbs-up and grinned, revealing her teeth.

Is it...

Yukino Yukinoshita was slightly surprised, but soon a gentle smile appeared on her lips.

"Brave warrior, you're teasing me with your eyes again. I might as well give you the nickname Snow Spider."

"Don't make me angry."

……

Ouch—it's almost summer, why am I suddenly shivering?

On the campus of Chiba National University, Hachiman Hikigaya, who was circling the track again and again, suddenly shivered and felt a deep chill.

"Xiaoqi? Are you cold?" Yui Yuigahama tilted her head in confusion and squeezed the hand she was holding. "Your palms don't feel sweaty, but they are a little hot."

"How can holding hands not get hot?"

Hachiman Hikigaya sighed, "This chill probably comes from the gazes of others."

"Gaze? What's wrong with gaze?" Yui Yuigahama looked around, feigning ignorance. "Nothing, who would stare at someone for no reason? People are playing ball, people are playing soccer, and there are plenty of couples strolling around..."

"..."

Hachiman Hikigaya revealed his dead fish eyes, swayed his body from side to side, bumped into his girlfriend, and the small doll hanging from his belt swayed back and forth. It was a Psyduck about the size of a fist, holding its head.

"Hehe, isn't this just like Little Qilin?" Yui Yuigahama swayed from side to side, bumping into her boyfriend, the Pikachu hanging from her waist swinging back and forth. "Besides, I wear one too, there's nothing strange about it!"

"I guess I've already earned the nickname Psyduck," Hachiman Hikigaya remarked. "I don't know if it's because I was suppressed for too long in high school, but I feel like I hear about love everywhere. If I become the center of attention at times like this, I'll be subjected to a barrage of questions... Tsk, they're just a bunch of restless college students who are even more foolish than in high school."

"Oh, boys really like discussing this kind of topic."

"It's alright, I can always get away with it by saying I'm chatting with my girlfriend."

When a group of boys talk about this kind of topic, it gets much cruder than it did in high school.

Hachiman Hikigaya glanced at Yui Yuigahama's chest subconsciously, then quickly lowered his gaze. He then saw the unfortunate doll and hastily changed the subject to cover up his actions: "...I mean, you used to be a gyaru (gal) style, but now you've completely turned into a childish and cute style."

Dressed neatly, with small toys hanging on her body and star hair clips, she exudes youthful energy, a style quite different from Yui Yuigahama's previous fashion choices.

"uh-huh--"

Yui Yuigahama suddenly moved closer, changing from holding hands to pulling Hachiman Hikigaya's arm into her embrace. She bent forward, looked up and turned her head to look at Hachiman Hikigaya's face: "Hachiman... I don't want anyone to see my collar and neck."

Following this movement, one can see the girl's fair neck revealed as she tilts her head back, and the alluringly deep slit between her neckline and collarbone...

Hachiman Hikigaya paused involuntarily, opened his mouth but suddenly didn't know what to say.

"Pfft hahahaha——!"

Take pictures!

Hachiman Hikigaya suddenly felt a pat on the shoulder, and Yui Yuigahama jumped back with a laugh: "Hachiman's turned into a pervert! I knew it, you guys always talk about that kind of thing when you're together!"

"..."

Hachiman Hikigaya paused for a moment, then stared intently at his girlfriend from head to toe, making Yui Yuigahama's forced, composed laughter gradually dry up. Then, he deliberately and obviously swallowed, instantly silencing Yui Yuigahama.

Yui Yuigahama lowered her head, twirled a strand of hair in her hair, and kicked a non-existent pebble on the track.

"Small businesses, small businesses with a bad attitude, small businesses with a bad image, small businesses with a wolf-like mentality..."

"You clearly did it first."

Hachiman Hikigaya also turned his head away somewhat embarrassedly, swaying forward with his hands in his pockets.

The summer breeze is blowing...

"Damn it! When did Yui become so cute? Or have I been infected by those idiot boys without realizing it? I can't help but care about Yui's body... Sigh, it was the same in high school. I guess this is the pathetic instinct of boys. I have to hold back, Hachiman. Hurting Yui is unforgivable. Calm down, calm down, Hachiman, Namo Amitabha..."

Ok?

Hachiman Hikigaya suddenly turned around.

Hmm? Little Enterprise...

"Um..." Yui Yuigahama clenched her fist, looked up and whispered, "No one will be home on Saturday..."

Huh? Why is Xiao Qi looking behind him? And with that ghost-like expression?

Yui Yuigahama turned around abruptly.

It's Xiaobai and Xiaoxue... Ah?!

"Yo."

The white figure held Yukino Yukinoshita's hand and put it in her pocket. Yukino Yukinoshita tried to pull her hand away to avoid being discovered, but after realizing that she couldn't escape, she could only give up and pretend to be calm.

"The Deadly Chef, I heard you weren't home on Saturday?"

"A...haha...yes...right...so...everyone is welcome to come and visit...yay..."

Yui Yuigahama made a broken sound.

The white figure looked at Hachiman Hikigaya, its gaze full of meaning, meaning, meaning...

"It's been a long time, Captain." Hachiman Hikigaya remained calm. "What brings you here today..."

Bai Ying glanced at the Psyduck plushie hanging from his waist and gave him a thumbs up: "Commander! Long time no see, you've gotten cuter and cuter!"

Hachiman Hikigaya glanced at Yukino Yukinoshita, who had a tense expression, and tried to retaliate, but his mind was already a bit sluggish: "Ahem... Same here."

"Very good, keep this youthful spirit, you two are being drafted as actors!" Bai Ying, like an official conscripting laborers, filled in their names with a stroke of his pen. "You won't have many scenes this time, mainly as extras, so youthful energy is more important..."

"Is it Hikigaya Kurenai or Yuihama Tsubasa?"

"I can't help but complain," Hachiman Hikigaya retorted.

Yui Yuigahama, having barely recovered some health, chimed in, "Could it be the story of Princess Kaguya beheading Dong Zhuo with a single halberd strike..."

"It's Hachiman Hikigaya and Yui Yuigahama."

Bai Ying suddenly sighed, her face filled with sorrow, and said mournfully, "Look, look at the distance between you two, the awkward banter! How fickle things are! It's only been a short time since we last met, and you've already become so estranged that you subconsciously imitate the past, as if you can deceive time, as if nothing has ever changed... Everyone has changed. Yui, you were the one who was most afraid of people's fickle hearts, of separations and partings, and of not knowing how to get along with old friends. I know you've graduated from high school, and I know you're immersed in your college romance, but what is it that makes you try to act out the past in front of me? You don't treat me as a friend at all, and you won't even call me Xiaobai."

"Huh? No, that's not it!"

Yui Yuigahama hurriedly waved her hands, "Doesn't Shiro like to talk about these things? I just... I just..."

"You're just using my past self to depict my present self!" Bai Ying retorted angrily. "Don't people change? How could people not change! People are always changing! Look at yourself, how long have you been dating your subordinate? Haven't your relationship and feelings changed at all? Are you still that girl who openly harbors a secret crush? Is he still that dead fish-eyed guy who's afraid to have a relationship?!"

"No, no, no, of course not!"

Yui Yuigahama was so flustered and disoriented that she was completely bewildered.