In crossover anime, who isn't a childhood friend?

Yuan Qianye shook his head: "No, it's nothing."

I don't want anyone other than me to see you looking so beautiful and charming in your leotard...

Given the current delicate relationship, it's impossible to say such a thing.

"If you only say half of what you mean, you'll lose your tongue."

"Where did this superstitious talk come from? Anyway, all you need to know is that I will always support you. Go ahead and do what you love without any worries. I've already promised Rikka that even if she doesn't want to work in the future, I, as her older brother, won't mind supporting her for the rest of her life. The same promise applies to you, Toka."

"...!"

When she said this, Yuan Qianye thought that Toka would be deeply moved, but she didn't expect that after she turned her head in surprise, her expression would become somewhat angry.

Boom!

The person in charge of wiping the plates, Shihua, suddenly stood on tiptoe and delivered a karate chop to his head.

Yuan Qianye was stunned.

No, why?

"No wonder Rikka has become increasingly lazy lately. You're telling her that, making her feel completely carefree. Are you planning to raise a parasite who contributes nothing to society and only eats for free?"

what? !

"No, being a parasite... it can't be that exaggerated, can it..."

"That's just how reality is. It's because you spoil her so much every day that she never feels any sense of crisis and just relaxes all day long!"

"No, no, this has little to do with me. I'm just showing her basic care as her older brother."

"This kind of care is too much, it's already spoiling her. Rikka shouldn't be pampered like this, she's too easily carried away. You're not allowed to say such things to her anymore. She has to take responsibility for her own life. What's the point of leaving everything to you? Even after she gets married, are you going to continue taking care of her for the rest of her life?"

Seeing that Toka was getting more and more serious, Gen Chiya smiled and said, "Even if Rikka gets married, her relationship with me will not change. We're family..."

"Not even family! You have to promise me first." Shihua pinched his cheek, not with much force, but with a very serious expression.

Now that she has decided to give up rhythmic gymnastics, besides preparing for her studies and striving to get into a better university, she has enough time left to focus on her younger sister's issues.

Yuan Qianye mumbled and quickly replied, "I know, I know..."

Having achieved her goal, Shihua gave a soft "humph" and then stopped, satisfied.

On the surface, Gen Chiya reluctantly agreed, but in reality, he was quite pleased.

Well, the way he interacted with Shihua just now felt like an old married couple bickering while taking care of a child.

Although the unspoken understanding cannot be broken at this stage, he felt that if things continued this way, it seemed that the situation he had been thinking about day and night would happen sooner or later.

Rikka, who returned a little later that day, had just said she wanted to congratulate Toka on winning the double championship when her older sister, with a stern face, stopped her smile with a barrage of questions: "Have you finished your homework?" "Have you previewed your lessons for the upcoming school term?" "You haven't done any homework and you're still so relaxed. Don't you want to go to Soubu High with Eriri and Chiya?"

Rikka was quite confused and didn't understand what was going on. Her older sister had just won two championships today and shouldn't she be very happy? Why was she so angry as soon as she got home?

No one could answer her.

On the sofa in the living room, the war criminal, who was drinking tea and playing with the birds, shrank his neck and dared not speak. He didn't even dare to turn his head to meet Rikka's pitiful, pleading gaze. He could only silently wish Rikka good luck in the last few days of her summer vacation.

Judging from this, Shika will probably give her a good workout.

Bless yourself.

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

Shihua eventually found an opportunity to tell her parents about her decision not to continue pursuing rhythmic gymnastics.

Although the two elders asked her for her thoughts, they ultimately supported their eldest daughter's decision.

Thanks to my son, our family's financial situation is getting better and better, and the business of our bar and beauty salon is far more booming than before.

During this period, Yuan's father has even started to consider opening a branch store, and after discussing it with his family, he has already begun to look for a storefront.

His family advised him not to work so hard, but his career had never been so successful. It was as if he had returned to his youth, working from morning till night without feeling tired. Seeing the ever-increasing revenue only made him feel more fulfilled and motivated.

It's only because Runzi's mother is now in her late pregnancy that he feels he can even do some indoor exercise after returning home late at night, and he is so energetic that he doesn't seem like a middle-aged person.

It seems that the reason why Yuan Qianye was so gifted at such a young age has been found.

At the end of August, the whole family went to a large hospital for a full-body checkup, and the results showed that everything was normal.

Aside from Rikka being slightly overweight, it's probably because she ate too many sweets during the summer vacation.

In early September, schools across the country gradually reopened.

Not much happened this month.

Most of the noticeable changes in people's lives are concentrated in Shihua's area.

Because she left the gymnastics club, her daily practice sessions were canceled, and she had significantly more free time.

During this time, while thinking about her future direction, she was also busy taking care of her younger sister's studies and helping to look after her mother, who was resting at home most of the time.

Runzi's mother's due date is in late October or early November, and soon the family will be welcoming a new member.

To be honest, Chiyo quite enjoyed the feeling of strolling through the supermarket with Toka, pushing a shopping cart and buying all sorts of baby products.

Look at her carefully examining the parameters and safety indicators of various products, and the serious expression on her face when she discusses them with me.

I have a feeling that she exudes a subtle, alluring charm, like that of a young, loving wife...

Some things can't be shown outright, but secretly thinking about them to amuse yourself can feel pretty good.

In late September, a small-scale regional piano competition for teenagers was held in Tokyo.

Touma Yoko called and suggested that Minamoto Chiya participate.

As for Touma Kazusa, she wasn't very interested in such small races, so she didn't register.

However, on the day of the competition, she still made a special trip to the venue to cheer for Yuan Qianye.

In the end, Gen Chiya won first place with remarkable composure.

There was no prize money, but I did receive an electric piano as a gift from the sponsor.

"Perfect timing to play it for the baby at home as prenatal education." Rikka stroked the package that had just been delivered and packed up early in the morning with great interest. After playing a few random notes, she pressed a shortcut key on the electric piano, and the simple melody of Twinkle Twinkle Little Star began to play.

“If you’re going to do prenatal education, you should start from the beginning. The baby is due in a month now, there’s no time to wait.” Shihua turned off the electric piano: “Mom is still sleeping, so stop making a fuss now.”

"Okay," Rikka replied obediently.

The three of them sat around the table and ate breakfast together.

Breakfast consisted of beef dumplings that Toka made last night, following the recipe of Chiya Gen.

Put it in a frying pan with oil and a little water and simmer until cooked. The aroma is incredible the moment you lift the lid after it's done.

Served with sesame chili oil and a touch of vinegar, this dish is incredibly delicious – the bottom is crispy and the inside bursts with juice when you bite into it!

"By the way, Chiya, could you sign those posters I printed for you when you have time?" Rikka burned her mouth with the first bite of fried dumpling, so she was much more cautious with the rest. Before eating, she would bite a small hole, blow on it a few times, and then slowly put the dumpling in her mouth.

"What are you planning to do?" Shihua asked, puzzled.

"It's the support group on Qianye.com. Later, I created a few discussion groups, and many people who support and like him joined. I set up a few administrators to help me maintain order. It's been so long, so I thought I'd give them some benefits as a way of thanking them for their help and contributions during this time."

Although Touka generally says that Rikka is immature, Minamoto Chiyo doesn't think that's the case; Rikka has grown up.

Just like now, I understand a bit about interpersonal relationships and social interactions.

"Are you planning to turn Qianye into an idol? Why not just get their address and send them some normal gifts?"

"You think I didn't think of that?" Rikka gave me a look that said, "Don't take me for an idiot." "I'll give you a souvenir, and a signed poster too. The gifts aren't that expensive, but they represent some of Chiyo's feelings."

"Okay, I got it. I'll sign it for you when I get back tonight."

Previously, Yuan Qianye found it troublesome and lacked the energy, so she simply handed over all the authority to manage the account to Rikka. Now that Rikka needs it, she naturally cooperates fully.

Rikka nodded contentedly: "By the way, where are you going later?"

Yuan Qianye took a bite of the dumpling and answered vaguely, "Meeting with a friend."

"Oh, remember to bring me fruit tea when you come back."

"understood."

Toka thought to herself, "Rikka, why don't you keep asking which friend it is..."

However, none of them mentioned their names, so it's probably not Saeko Eriri or the others, but just some of his other good friends from school.

Shihua asked, "Will you be home for lunch?"

"I won't be back for lunch, but I'll be back for dinner."

Be careful on the road.

"Oh, I see."

After finishing her meal, Yuan Qianye rinsed her mouth and went back to her room to change her clothes.

Hey, where did my white shirt go?

He stood in front of the wardrobe, scratching his head in confusion, but didn't dwell on it for long.

After giving up gymnastics and having more free time, Shihua took full responsibility for washing, drying, folding, and organizing all of his clothes, bed sheets, and pillowcases, except for his underwear.

Maybe she just took it to wash and hung it outside to dry, and hasn't brought it back yet.

He changed into another set of clothes before going out.

After arriving at the agreed meeting place by tram, he didn't have to wait long before the blonde maid gracefully walked towards him.

…………

P.S.: Don't worry, neither the sister-in-law nor the older sister-in-law can escape it; it's only a matter of time.

Volume 1: Chapter 118: Obtain an attack speed item (8000) (39/51)

Hayasaka Ai walked up to her, and Minamoto Chiya stared at her, his eyes clearly showing surprise.

"W-what's wrong?"

Having not seen each other for a while, and since this was their first time meeting up alone, Hayasaka Akihiko felt a little out of place.

Knowing that she was going to meet him today, she didn't indulge in sleeping in and got up early to go to the bathroom again.

Simply soaking in a bath filled with flower petals wasn't enough; afterward, they rubbed their entire body with shower gel and lathered it with bubbles, leaving no crevice untouched, truly immersing themselves in the fragrance.