A guide to survival in a heavy girl's world

Although being served by a maid is indeed a luxurious enjoyment for a man, he no longer wants to experience the feeling of being caught between desire and inspiration again in the short term.

"B-Besides that, it's almost time for us to have dinner, right? Sushi, can I ask you for a favor?"

He quickly turned around and spoke to Nagasaki Suyo who was behind Xiangzi. Nagasaki Suyo seemed to have understood Chihaya Tetsuya's "distress signal" and replied with a smile:

"I see."

Nagasaki Suyo agreed very naturally at first, then she took two steps forward to Xiangzi's side and said to her:

"Xiangzi, if you really feel that you haven't been able to take good care of Zheya today, then come and help me cook."

"I see!"

At this moment, Shoko, who sincerely wanted to compensate Chihaya Tetsuya, immediately accepted Nagasaki Motoyo's proposal and followed her into the kitchen, and Chihaya Aine, who liked to join in the fun, followed suit.

For a moment, only Chihaya Tetsuya and Wakaba Mutsu were left in the living room.

"…Is everything alright?"

Wakaba Mutsu asked Chihaya Tetsuya:

"I just heard them chatting in the room... Xiangzi seems to have bullied you badly."

"Ahaha, actually, it's not that exaggerated. Xiangzi just wanted to take this opportunity to test my limits... Oh, by the way, Ruoye-san, when I was drawing the design this afternoon, I actually designed a dress with a similar style based on you and Xiangzi."

As Chihaya Tetsuya spoke, he pulled out two design drawings from the pile on the coffee table.

"If you don't mind, Ruoye-san, would you like to take a look?"

"..."

After hearing this, Wakaba Mu came to Chihaya Tetsuya's side without saying a word. However, when she actually saw the design drawings that Chihaya Tetsuya showed her, she could only reply with a look of regret:

"I'm sorry, Chihaya-san...I don't quite understand the blueprints."

No matter how ingenious Chihaya Tetsuya's design was, to this layman who had no knowledge of clothing, it was nothing more than a picture of a skirt.

"But I believe in Mr. Chihaya's aesthetics. As long as it's your design, it will definitely be suitable."

Wakaba Mu said in a firm tone.

After hearing this, Chihaya Tetsu laughed and put down the design drawing in his hand.

"You're trusting me too much, aren't you? But... I really want to make this dress, so I might need you to try it on... Yeah? Wait, since I have to try it on anyway..."

Having said that, Chihaya Tetsuya suddenly remembered something and slapped his thigh.

"Wakaba-san!!"

“Yes, yes!?”

Startled, Wakaba Mutsu subconsciously straightened his chest.

"What's wrong, Chihaya-san?"

"I know this request might be a little difficult for you, but... I still want to ask you for a favor!"

Chihaya Tetsuya clasped his hands to Wakaba Mu and said:

"On the day of the exhibition... could you and Xiangzi be my temporary models?"

"……Eh?!"

Wakaba Mutsu let out what was probably the loudest exclamation ever.

……

(Since my designs are basically based on my feelings for the people around me, then... it is natural that the source of these feelings should be used as models.)

Chihaya Tetsuya thought so in his heart.

Fortunately, the girls gathered around him are all beautiful girls with idol-level looks. Having them as models will not lower the brand's style at all. On the contrary, it will make his model lineup look extremely luxurious.

And most importantly, in his brand philosophy, these girls don't need to do anything special to show the clothes.

There is no need for a specific stage, nor for professional catwalks. They just need to wear the clothes they designed and stand there naturally.

The biggest difference between Chihaya Tetsuya and other fashion designers is that the clothes he designs are never intended to show his own taste and opinions, but only for the wearer himself.

In other words, the focus is not so much on the clothes themselves but on the model wearing them.

If he can demonstrate this to everyone who comes to this show, then...his brand will gain a uniqueness that is different from all the other fashion brands on the market.

For the fashion industry, uniqueness is the most valuable and important selling point.

"Of course, this is just my unilateral request. Miss Ruoye is completely free to refuse."

Chihaya Tetsuya said:

"So, don't feel any psychological pressure. If you don't like me, just reject me."

"It's not that... I don't like it..."

Ruoye Mu slowly shook his head:

"It's just that I never thought that I could be qualified for the position of 'model'..."

"It's okay. Ruoye-san's looks are perfect for a model. Add to that your unique temperament, and you'll have no problem being a model!"

Chihaya Tetsuya said with a solemn oath:

"Not only Wakaba-san and Xiangzi... Ai, Hatsuka, Aine, and Suyo can also be my models!"

Thinking of this, he immediately ran to the kitchen excitedly and said to the three people in the kitchen with a tone full of expectation and pleading:

"Listen, everyone. Can I ask you to be my models for the next exhibition?"

"Eh?! Model?!"

"Really? That's great! I've wanted to be a model for a long time!"

"Tetsuya... Can we talk about it after we finish cooking?"

Everyone in the kitchen was thrown into chaos by this sudden invitation.

On the other side, Ruo Yemu was still standing there, with an expression of deep thought...

Are you with Xiangzi, Su Shi and the others?

For Wakaba Mu, who had been just a silent spectator before, this was her first opportunity to participate.

And before she knew it, had she become close enough in Chihaya Tetsuya's eyes to be entrusted with such a task?

if it is like this……

Looking at the lively scene where she only needed to take a few steps forward to join in, Ruo Yemu had already made her decision in her heart.

88

Chapter 88 Joint Exhibition.

"Anyway, Tetsuya, all we need is for us to wear the clothes you made that day and show what we normally look like?"

"Yes! As this is my first exhibition, I want to show my brand concept to all the guests as much as possible. And this is the best way I can think of to show it."

Chihaya Tetsuya looked at the girls in front of him.

"Since my clothing inspiration comes from my thoughts and feelings about you, then you are naturally the ones who can maximize the charm of my designs."

"Well, how should I put it? The connection between clothing and emotions is still a bit too abstract for an outsider like me."

Nagasaki Suyo shrugged helplessly.

"But since it's Tetsuya's request, I will naturally support it unconditionally."

"There's absolutely nothing wrong with me!"

Chihaya Aine raised her hand high, her tone and expression full of excitement and anticipation.

"In fact, being a model has always been one of my dreams! Yeah~ I knew this day would come when my brother became a designer, but I didn't expect it to happen so soon~"

For this conspicuous bag, modeling is a very effective and ideal career that satisfies her vanity!

"..."

At the same time, Toyokawa Shoko was not in a hurry to answer. As for the reason, it was not difficult to guess.

"If someone related to the Toyokawa family finds out that I'm modeling for Tetsuya-kun, it might be very troublesome..."

Just like at the celebration banquet, Toyokawa Shoko couldn't help but worry whether she would drag down Chihaya Tetsuya.

"Besides... there are already other people who have chosen to be Tetsuya-kun's models, so it shouldn't matter if it's not him..."

“…I want to do it.”

Wakaba Mutsu suddenly spoke out, interrupting Toyokawa Shoko's words.

"It doesn't matter even if someone recognizes my true identity."

"Mu?!"

After hearing this, Shoko Toyokawa was shocked.

"Is it really okay? Tetsuya-kun invited many celebrities from the entertainment industry to the celebration party. There must be someone among them who knows Ms. Minami! If they find out—"

"That's okay too."

Wakaba Mu said with a calm expression.

"Because, just wearing the clothes designed by Chihaya-san is not something to be ashamed of."

"Even if you say so..."

After hearing Wakaba Mutsu's statement, Toyokawa Shoko was immediately in a dilemma.

"Mu will leave the Wakaba family with Ms. Minami's consent, but I'm not so lucky. If someone from the Toyokawa family really shows up and discovers my relationship with Tetsuya-kun..."

"..."

Hearing Toyokawa Shoko's concerns, Chihaya Tetsuya thought for a moment before saying:

"I think, Xiangzi, since you've already decided to fight them to the end, then it's okay to appear before them openly."

"But my band isn't complete yet, and I haven't achieved anything myself. Confronting them under these circumstances... will only make them continue to disregard my decision, and incidentally, it will affect Tetsuya-kun."

Toyokawa Shoko shook her head.

"And you'll have Chuhua and Hoshino Ai supporting you at this exhibition, right? If that's the case, it shouldn't be a problem even if I'm missing... Well, I've decided. I won't be participating this time."

"Xiangzi..."

"It's okay, Tetsuya-kun, this is just a temporary tolerance. Once my band is formed and has achieved some success, even if you don't invite me, I will take the initiative to promote you."

Having made up her mind, Shoko Toyokawa smiled.

"For our future, please forgive my caution."

“…Yeah, I understand.”

Because this was just a sudden suggestion made by Chihaya Tetsuya, and Xiangzi's situation was indeed somewhat special, Chihaya Tetsuya chose to respect her ideas.

"It's a bit of a shame, but there's nothing we can do about it... Then I'll wait until you're ready, Xiangzi."

"Thank you for your understanding, Tetsuya-kun."

Originally, Toyokawa Shoko was worried that her refusal would make Chihaya Tetsuya sad, but when she saw Chihaya Tetsuya's eyes full of trust and encouragement, she couldn't help but feel relieved.

"I won't keep you waiting too long."

"Well, I believe you."

"..."×N.

Because of Toyokawa Shoko's refusal, the atmosphere at the table fell into a brief silence.

And then, just as Chihaya Aine was about to act as a mediator in the atmosphere as usual, the ringing of the phone actually completed the task for her.

"……kindness?"

Chihaya Tetsuya first glanced at the caller ID, then pressed the answer button with a look of surprise:

"Good evening... Miss Yamabuki."

Good evening, Chihaya-san.

Yamabuki Yachiyo's voice came from the microphone.