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

Yes, it was me. So what if I lied?

"Oh, I see."

When Rikka heard him say that, she showed no interest whatsoever and went straight back to her room.

When Chiya is alone with Shiho or Eriri, she gets a strong urge to gossip and find out what's going on.

But what about Chiya and Toka...?

Given the existing family relationship, Rikka, who has preconceived notions about this, would never think of it in an ambiguous direction, and naturally would not be interested in their conversation or anything else.

When Shika opened the door and saw that it was Yuan Qianye, she showed no signs of the panic she had been feeling while peeking through the French windows. She calmly nodded to him and stepped back slightly, letting him into the room to talk.

"What's wrong? Is there something you need?"

"Yes, something is indeed going on. Sister Shihua promised me before that if I felt tired, I shouldn't push myself and I could come to you anytime."

Yuan Qianye closed the door behind him, without locking it, as that would have been too obvious.

As he said this, he unceremoniously sat down on Shihua's bed.

There were also some unfolded small underwear on the bed.

Colorful and diverse in style, it sparks the imagination.

Shihua didn't open the door for a while, so she should have had time to tidy up these inappropriate things.

But the reality is not like that.

Yuan Qianye had reason to believe that she deliberately left these small clothes scattered around here, just so she could see them.

Toka had no idea what Gen Chiya was thinking at that moment.

But she clearly saw that this guy was on the phone with someone, and he was so happy that he kept smiling the whole time without stopping.

It's a girl, right? It must be a girl, right?

I didn't feel tired while making the call, but the fatigue hit me as soon as the call ended.

That little rascal...

Even though she knew he was just using that as an excuse to get close to her, Toka didn't want to expose him and went along with his idea, giving a cooperative response.

She repeatedly lamented that Chiyo spoiled the troublemaker Rikka too much, to the point of being excessive.

However, he completely failed to realize that he felt the same way about his adopted brother, with whom he had no blood relation.

When she first started living with her boyfriend, by a twist of fate, Toka found Se Se's books in Chiya's room. They were full of pictures of mature, confident women with large breasts.

She looked at herself thoughtfully, then nodded thoughtfully, and said half-jokingly, "So you like this type. I'll have to be careful in the future."

It was just a joke at the time, but to this day, she never expected that the casual remark would become a boomerang, a kind of prophecy, and hit her hard.

She was the one who said to be careful.

Now, she's so unguarded, even going along with his wishes and sometimes taking the initiative... that's her too.

"Where is it this time? Is it because I've been using my brain too much and my head is feeling dizzy, or is it because I've been sitting for a long time writing novels at night and my lower back is feeling sore?"

"This time, it feels like... there's something in both."

"I really don't know what to do with you. I've told you so many times that your body is your own, and you need to take good care of it. You're so young and you're already like this. What will you do in the future? I can't take care of you like this for the rest of my life."

To Toka's words, which were not harsh but rather didactic, Gen Chiya simply listened obediently with a smile.

If Yukino's adorable remarks just now had a feel that was almost like those of a pampered young wife, then...

If the current "ten flowers" were placed in ancient times, they would undoubtedly be the kind of first wife who pays great attention to the male master's physical condition, worrying about his dissatisfaction while also showing his considerate and caring side.

"Wait a moment."

"Good~"

Shihua quickly folded the small clothes on the bed and put them into the wardrobe.

Thanks to Qianye, she is no longer as embarrassed as before about him seeing her private clothes, although she still feels a little shy. It doesn't cause her to be in a state of extreme emotional turmoil.

Habits are truly a terrifying thing.

How would you like to come today?

“How should we start…” Yuan Qianye rested his hand on his neck and gently twisted it: “…Let’s start from here, the usual.”

Shihua got into bed, leaned against the headboard, took a pillow and placed it between her thighs, then gently patted it.

The moment Yuan Qianye understood, he leaned his head over and lay down.

He shifted his body and changed the position of his head on the pillow several times.

Then, under Shi Hua's gaze, which was pursing her lips and her eyes gradually moistening, he said, "Sister Shi Hua, the cushion is a bit too high, it's a little uncomfortable."

"...Look up first."

Not at all surprised, Toka took a shallow breath and removed the pillow.

When Yuan Qianye lay down on his pillow again, the skin of Toka, who had just taken a bath, was right next to him, her legs soft and fragrant.

Is this okay?

"Hmm, that feels better."

…………

Chapter 189: The Private World of the Sworn Siblings

"...Guest, please take a look. This is our latest model. The body is made of boron steel, which accounts for more than 35% of the body. It is equipped with a total of ten airbags in all directions, including the knee, center, and rear side airbags. The roof has a compressive strength of five times the vehicle's weight, earning it the nickname 'road tank.' It is also equipped with an active intelligent safety system that supports obstacle recognition within 500 meters and automatic braking at a level of 0.1 seconds."

With child seat monitoring in the rear and a standard air purification and virus disinfection system, it's the perfect choice for families seeking ultimate passive safety and perfectly meets your paramount safety needs!

"Looks good... What do you think, Toka?"

"Mom might not like the black exterior, and the interior seems a bit outdated."

"Color is just a minor issue. Our car also comes in four other color options: white, dark red, silver, and sky blue. As for the interior, there are five color combinations to choose from. If you have a higher quality of life, you can upgrade the audio system and leather seats, and add ventilation, heating, and massage functions."

"Guests, just me explaining might not give you a clearer picture. Here, I'll go get the keys, and we'll get in the car and take it for a spin so you can experience it for yourself..."

This is a car dealership.

A middle-aged salesperson was warmly receiving Chiya Minamoto and Touka Kotori.

This situation is what he had agreed upon with her beforehand.

My dad is very busy with work these days, and he often travels to other places for business. He spends more than half of the year away from home.

With him gone, Junko's mother had to manage the family's three shops all by herself, and in addition, she had to take care of little Chiyo. She was constantly running around, which was really hard work.

So, when her mother arrived, Yuan Qianye thought of giving her a commuter car as a gift to thank her for her hard work and dedication to the family.

I'm also grateful that she brought Toka into my life...

During the car test drive, both Chiya and Touka got into the back seat.

The salesperson was enthusiastic and professional throughout, explaining the various features of the vehicle they were riding in. Despite the two being quite young, the salesperson did not look down on them or treat them perfunctorily.

Feeling at home with such excellent service, Yuan Qianye sighed inwardly that the mindless supporting characters in those wish-fulfillment novels were indeed hard to encounter in reality.

He visited three car dealerships in succession, and received essentially the same treatment each time.

Just as Yukino said, the world economy is in a downturn, and all industries are struggling. It's a buyer's market, and it's already difficult enough to find customers who are willing to spend money. There's no reason to be picky.

Of course, it's also possible that this is related to the fact that he chose some of the most influential first-tier car brands.

The test ride ended after half an hour.

"Let's talk about it privately and consider it."

"Okay, okay, no problem. Please have a seat and let's chat. I'll get you both some water. What would you like to drink? We have tea, coffee, and cola."

"Bottled water will be fine."

"OK, wait."

After the salesperson left, Yuan Qianye asked, "How was it?"

Shihua thought for a moment and replied, "The back seat is spacious, the seats are comfortable, the sound insulation is good, and there's no strange leather smell inside. It's almost flawless, except for the price..."

What happened to the price?

"You still want to talk about the price, so what..."

Shihua looked at the same car model that they had just test-driven, which was displayed in the showroom next to her.

The huge sign, with its string of zeros, made her a little dizzy.

The starting price is ten million, and that's just for the basic model.

If you want to upgrade and add some accessories, it will cost several million more.

Such expenses are not a small amount of money for the Yuan family, whether in the past or present.

When Shika looked away, she found that Gen Chiya was staring at her with a smile.

She felt a little uncomfortable, lowered her eyes slightly, and rolled her eyes in an annoyed manner, hoping to use this outwardly strong but inwardly weak performance to cover up her panicked state of mind.

Little did she know that, given Yuan Qianye's favorable feelings towards her, her actions were a charming display of unspoken words.

Although I understand that's not what she meant, it really did feel like flirting.

“I understand your concerns, Shihua. Although it’s a bit expensive, it’s not a waste of money. The sturdy body materials and safety design were all discussed before we came. We can compromise on anything, but we absolutely cannot compromise on safety.” After saying that, he brought up the old story again: “Think about the car accident that your dad and mom went through.”

Shihua originally wanted to persuade him further, but after hearing what he said, she immediately had nothing to say.

Yes, my parents had been injured in a traffic accident before. Although the injuries weren't serious, the bus they were on was involved in a rear-end collision.

But that time did indeed make them uneasy for a long time, and they truly felt a sense of relief, as if they had survived a disaster.

Everything is fine at home right now, and we'll only get happier in the future.

When it comes to the most important thing—personal safety—there's really no need to skimp on money.

The salesperson approached with two bottles of mineral water and asked enthusiastically, "Have you two made your decision?"

The bottle that was presented to Shihua was opened by him with great courtesy.