Crossing over, and then being blocked by a rich JK.

Chapter 504 A Step Further, She Glows

Chapter 504 Further, Her Radiant Light (Part Two)
Star Garden Amusement Park is located in Inagi City, a suburb of Tokyo, and is built on the natural undulations of the Tama Hills.

Compared to the bustling city center, the air here is fresh, surrounded by green forests and low hills, and you can clearly see a sky full of stars at night. In certain seasons, you can even see fireflies raised by the park.

This is why, even with only a small-scale trial operation, the amusement park has already received consistently high ratings and generated a lot of buzz among various amusement park rankings.

However, Watanabe Yu didn't feel anything special, after all, he was a 'slow-witted' type.

At least Ayana has said a lot about this to him, and although Ryoko hasn't said it directly, she has also expressed a similar sentiment in a roundabout way.

"Shall we draft a plan first?"

Standing in front of the map and notice board in the park, Hayakawa Yuki turned around, her little face showing a hint of 'please'.

Although telling the truth made her feel a little awkward, she really is terrible with directions, to the point that she would still get lost even with a map.

However, thanks to technological advancements and the assistance of navigation software that's almost like a kindergarten teacher, she hasn't gotten lost in a long time.

Unfortunately, even though Starry Garden is a newly built amusement park, its infrastructure is not yet advanced enough to provide one-click navigation similar to a navigation map.

"You mean the order of visits?"

Watanabe Yu glanced at the map, then at her, and uttered this sentence as if guessing.

Having spent so much time together, he understood her quite well, and in situations like this, he could usually guess what she was really thinking.

"Yes."

Hayakawa Yuki's expression faltered for a moment, but she still managed to maintain her composure and give an answer.

There's a saying that goes, "You can see through a person's thoughts, but that doesn't mean you can see through their predicament."

So, what if?
What if You only guessed the implied meaning in her words, but didn't guess what she actually didn't know?
"Well, that's up to you." Watanabe paused, his gaze moving across the map signboard. "Right now, the closest thing to us is the bumper cars, followed by the carousel, and the furthest is the Ferris wheel. Oh, the map says there's an event at the Ferris wheel."

"what activity?"

Upon hearing this, Hayakawa Yuki immediately became interested, and her gaze fell on the map.

The map was somewhat vague, only showing a piano and the words "surprise" with that, and then nothing else.

What does this 'surprise' mean?

She didn't even see the word 'activity' that You mentioned.

"If nothing unexpected happens, it might be a talent show related to the piano?" Watanabe Yu thought for a moment. "For example, playing a piano piece that everyone around you is satisfied with, and you can get a reward?"

Just like how reciting "The Difficulty of the Shu Road" at the entrance of Jiange County can get you free admission, this is a local cultural reward.

"for example?"

Hayakawa Yuki's long eyelashes trembled slightly.

This is her micro-expression when she is interested in something.

"A reward for cutting in line? Or a special cabin? But for a Ferris wheel, the difference in view between the cabins shouldn't be that big, right?"

Based on his personal experience, at least there was no difference whatsoever.

The only difference is who gets to the highest point with the best view first?

However, it must be said that riding a Ferris wheel is more frightening for people with a fear of heights than riding a roller coaster.

"Could it be a special souvenir or something? And the right to be given priority in a special bridge box?" Hayakawa Yuki blinked. "You know, the kind of bridge box with special decorations, like one filled with roses."

Just imagining the carriage decorated like that made her feel all girlish.

What girl could resist a field of wildflowers?
"It's really possible."

Watanabe Yu thought for a moment, then nodded as if suddenly realizing something.

Starting from the name "Starry Garden," the probability of Yuki's statement is quite high.

After all, no matter how you analyze it, such a special event is bound to be beneficial in every way.

To put it bluntly, who wouldn't want their partner to show off in public and then hold their hand in front of everyone?
The desire to show off is ingrained in human DNA.

"Shall we go to the Ferris wheel first?"

Hayakawa Yuki seized the opportunity to make a suggestion.

"sure."

Watanabe Yu nodded.

He didn't care. In his view, the main purpose of coming to the amusement park was to accompany Yuki, not to play by himself.

“Let’s go then!” Hayakawa Yuki took his hand. “First, let’s see what the Ferris wheel is all about, and then we’ll check out the roller coaster!”

She wouldn't dare go on a roller coaster by herself, but now that he's with her, she's brave enough to go.

And if she remembered correctly, this amusement park also has a haunted house?
While it might not be as interesting as the one they put on at their school festival, it's still pretty good, if you round it up.

Otherwise, where would all those positive reviews online come from?

"can."

Watanabe Yu took out his phone from his other pocket, took a picture of the map on the billboard, put his phone away, and followed the signs toward the Ferris wheel.

*
"Jealous?"

At the same time, in the courtyard of the Watanabe family home, on the first floor of the living room.

Ayana Amamiya, dressed in loose-fitting home clothes, pushed open the door, took two glasses of juice, and sat down on the steps, or rather, next to Ryoko Hamabe.

"That...how is that possible?"

Ryoko Hamabe, who was lost in thought, paused for a moment, then immediately snapped back to reality.

One thing at a time, whether she would be jealous or not, she had already made sufficient mental preparations when she decided to share him with them.

It's no exaggeration to say that she spent a long time mentally preparing herself at that time.

Even now, this mental preparation is still being continuously built up.

"That expression of yours clearly shows you're jealous."

The young lady handed her a glass of juice, then placed her own glass beside her, and with her hands on the steps, looked up at the clear blue sky.

The weather is indeed sunny today.

Compared to the continuous rain of the past few days, today's slightly warm and sunny weather is really comfortable.

It's also great for airing out blankets.

"No."

Ryoko Hamabe placed the juice that the saintess handed her beside her, and then gave a question that didn't reflect her true feelings.

"It's just the two of us now."

Ayana Amamiya coughed softly, offering a reminder to the latter.

Her implication was that there was no need to pretend.

"Okay...that's a little bit."

Ryoko Hamabe pursed her red lips, hesitated for a moment, and then truthfully spoke her mind.

"Just a little?"

Ayana Amamiya turned her head and looked at Ryoko with a mocking expression.

When it comes to lying, Ryoko is like a blank sheet of paper; her inner thoughts are easily written on her face.

“What else?” Hamabe Ryoko retorted. “From the moment I decided to stay by his side, I was already mentally prepared.”

If she hadn't been mentally prepared, she wouldn't have agreed to Ayana's conditions, which are simply impossible for an ordinary girl.

In love, the most important thing is the possessiveness of one's partner.

"Now that you say that, I suddenly feel guilty."

The young lady looked away, her gaze becoming unfocused.

In a sense, I am indeed an 'accomplice'.

"What sins have you committed?"

Ryoko Hamabe asked a question with some confusion.

Generally speaking, feelings of guilt usually arise from doing something wrong to others. Ayana hasn't wronged herself, so why should she feel guilty? Besides, if you really want to argue, Ayana has helped me much more often.

"After all, I was the one who helped him persuade you."

Ayana Amamiya's voice immediately became softer.

Looking back now, I realize I was more than just an accomplice; I was an accomplice in crime.

"Thinking about it...that's true." Ryoko Hamabe drawled out her words, then changed the subject. "But the final decision was always mine, so there's absolutely no need for guilt. And if I had to say something, I should thank you."

If Ayana hadn't chosen to accept, she probably wouldn't have been able to compete with Ayana.

Although she had thought she could win, objectively speaking, the probability of winning was too slim.

"Don't say things like that."

Ayana Amamiya's expression immediately became subtle.

The more Ryoko said this, the more complicated her feelings became, and the stronger her sense of guilt became.

"So, would you consider going to an amusement park with him?"

Ryoko Hamabe coughed lightly and chose to change the subject.

There's a saying that goes, "When continuing a topic makes the atmosphere awkward, it's time to change the subject."

At least it can make chatting more enjoyable.

"Yes, of course I would. I want to go to so many places with him."

Ayana Amamiya's voice suddenly rose high, then quickly faded away.

"But unfortunately, due to my current status as a student and the things I have to do, this idea of wanting to irresponsibly travel around is impossible to realize."

She was incredibly clear-headed about this issue, but it was precisely this clarity that led to an indescribable bitterness in her heart.

If she could, she really wanted to drop everything and go to many places with him.

But as she just said, she can't do it, and the current circumstances don't allow it.

"If we solve those problems in front of us, we'll have more time."

Ryoko Hamabe picked up the conversation.

She wasn't as pessimistic as Ayana; she felt from the beginning that the matter was about to end, or at least that a good outcome was on the horizon.

"Yes."

"Speaking of which, how did your chat with Aunt Jiangtian go that day?"

Ryoko Hamabe picked up her glass of juice and took a sip.

Yu only gave a brief explanation that day; she didn't know the specifics, but she knew the importance of Eda Sumire's connection.

"We had a very engaging and enjoyable conversation." Ayana Amamiya rested her chin on her hands on her thighs, her fair face becoming a little rounder. "By the way, because of Yu's actions, Aunt Eda's impression of him has deepened considerably."

Perhaps it could be said that misfortune turned into a blessing in disguise?
"What action?"

Ryoko Hamabe lifted her juice glass and looked inside through the transparent surface.

There were some remnants of fruit pulp in the quilt.

Since the family got a new juicer, Miss Saint has fallen in love with making her own juice.

"He declined Aunt Jiangtian's invitation to a small dinner party, where she invited him to give a lecture on educating children—a private, one-on-one session, of course."

Ayana Amamiya didn't know how to describe it either.

It's really asking too much of people to explain that thing in a concise way.

"In that case, it's not surprising."

Ryoko Hamabe chuckled softly, a slight smile curving her lips.

"Because you understand him too well?"

"More or less." Ryoko Hamabe nodded, then shook her head. "But, Ayana, would you be surprised?"

“Hmm.” Ayana Amamiya responded, “Because in my opinion, Yu knows very well what he wants. In other words, he will say things against his will or do things he doesn’t want to do when necessary.”

This is what is meant by "when you're under someone's roof, you have to bow your head."

That's what made her both happy and sad—he did it for them, not for himself.

"I don't think so, after all, we are much more stable now than we were before."

Ryoko Hamabe took another sip of juice.

Juice made from premium fruits is indeed delicious; it's much sweeter than store-bought juices and doesn't have a cloying taste.

“Compared to before, You is no longer alone. He has his uncle and aunt supporting him.”

She silently added this sentence.

“…That’s true.” Ayana Amamiya paused for a moment, then smiled with relief. She really hadn’t thought of that. “So, how about Yu takes you to the amusement park next time? You’ve never been with him before, have you?”

"Isn't this a bit of a leap in topic?"

Even though she was used to the way the topics at home jumped around, Ryoko Hamabe was still a little caught off guard.

One second they were talking about family matters, and the next second they were talking about going on a date.

So, what's the answer?

Ayana Amamiya didn't answer, but continued to ask questions.

"Of course I want to go."

Anyone who doesn't want to go is a fool!
Moreover, at the end of the third semester, she will be going to university alone. Although she will still go home every day, she will still feel a little lonely in the new environment without him.

"Then I'll handle this."

The young lady raised an eyebrow and took on the task.

"how about you?"

"Me? I'll definitely find time for myself later. You know me, do you think I'm the kind of person who suffers in silence?"

"...Yes, that's right."

After he finished speaking, the two fell into a brief silence.

"So, you can rest assured and leave this to me."

After a brief silence, the young lady, known as the Saintess, started the conversation again.

"Thank you."

Ryoko Hamabe put down her cup and sincerely thanked her.

Regardless, Ayana was indeed helping her create opportunities to be alone with Yu, so she should express her gratitude.

"There's no need to thank me. We're family, and... I'll need your help later."