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

“Well then, since I’m free this afternoon anyway, I might as well take care of some work ahead of time.” Yuan Qianye took out his phone and contacted Miyoko.

Shi Yu glared at him, then stomped on his foot under the table, saying, "Didn't you hear what I just said?"

"It's nothing, just some simple social engagements, not some strenuous exercise, it'll be fine." Yuan Qianye twisted his shoulders dramatically, showing her his palm where the bandage had been removed, and the wound had indeed scabbed over perfectly.

Just two nights ago it was covered in blood and looked terrifying, but now it looks like it's about to heal.

Sure enough, this man's physical condition cannot be judged by normal standards.

"Whatever you want."

"The driver will pick me up after dinner. You can come with me too, and I'll give you a ride."

"Let's take Shiyu home. I've arranged to meet the juniors from the kendo club outside later to help them choose protective gear. We'll go to school together afterwards."

"Okay, got it."

After finishing her meal, Saeko, carrying her bag and holding a wooden sword, headed towards the station.

Meanwhile, Gen Chiya escorted Shiwa home.

When I parked my car in front of the house, Shiyu's mother was chatting with her neighbor, an older woman, at the entrance of her own courtyard.

Seeing Shiyu get out of the unfamiliar luxury car, and then Yuan Qianye get out after her, the neighbors' eyes changed from simple gossip to undisguised envy.

Mrs. Kasumigaoka was pleased by her neighbor's reaction. She rushed over, ignoring her daughter, and greeted her daughter's best friend warmly: "Chiya-kun, it's been a long time."

"Yes, Auntie, it's been a long time. You're still the same as always. You don't seem like Shiyu's mother, you seem more like her older sister..."

Mrs. Kasumigaoka giggled repeatedly as she was coaxed.

The daughter standing to the side sighed helplessly.

During the exchange of pleasantries, the neighbor joined in and got the boy's autograph for her two daughters who were in junior high school.

He praised Shiyu's outstanding talent without reservation, highlighting the perfect synergy between her and the even more remarkable Qianye.

Mrs. Kasumigaoka was in a bad mood today because of her husband who neglected his family, but now she is in a great mood!

So, Yuan Qianye, who had only planned to get off the bus to politely greet her future mother-in-law, took the rare opportunity to invite her to stay and have lunch together.

"Mom, Qianye has something to do."

Mrs. Kasumigaoka looked somewhat disappointed and asked Genji Chiya, "Is that so?"

Yuan Qianye hurriedly said, "I'm fine, if it's not a bother..."

"How could I be disturbing you? Come in quickly." Mrs. Kasumigaoka took his arm, treating him with the warmth of a mother caring for her child, and pulled him into the house. "It's been a while since I've seen your parents. How have they been doing lately...?"

"Thank you for your concern, they are fine..."

"..."

Shiyu followed behind and sighed silently for the second time.

There's an old saying that goes, "A mother-in-law likes her son-in-law more and more the more she looks at him."

Mrs. Kasumigaoka doesn't yet know the exact details of her daughter's relationship with Chiya from her own words, but that doesn't stop this experienced mother from making a keen judgment.

Even if they're not lovers, they're probably not far from being lovers.

After all, what normal male high school student would be so respectful and ingratiating towards a middle-aged woman?

My darling daughter definitely played a big role in this!

"I'm sorry, Shiyu didn't tell me you were coming today. I didn't prepare much. Have some fruit first, and I'll go to the nearby supermarket to buy some groceries now."

"be careful on the road."

The wife rolled her eyes at her daughter, then immediately turned to her future son-in-law with a gentle smile: "Qianye, what do you like to eat?"

Yuan Qianye looked nostalgic: "The dishes Auntie made last time were amazing."

The wife clapped her hands happily: "Oh, I understand. You all rest here, I'll go now."

Yuan Qianye volunteered, "Auntie, let me go with you. I can help carry things too."

"No need, no need, I can just ride my bike there myself."

"It's okay, you don't need to ride a bike, the driver can take us."

"Oh, I can't possibly accept that..."

Mrs. Kasumigaoka, who was initially embarrassed, was eventually coaxed by Chiya Minamoto into accepting the offer.

Shiyu, who had planned to take her lover back to their room after her mother left, now had no choice but to follow.

Along the way, she witnessed firsthand the indiscriminate and irresistible power that Gen Chiyo possessed over women, regardless of age or social class.

She watched a video of her mother's wedding before she was born.

When her father knelt down on one knee to put the ring on her finger, she probably smiled with this much joy.

I returned home after buying groceries.

Mrs. Kasumigaoka, who was with the young people, seemed to have become several years younger. She refused Chiya's help and walked lightly into the kitchen to start preparing lunch.

"Auntie is really cute." In the living room, Yuan Qianye said with a smile after taking a sip of juice.

“Cute?” Shi Yu suddenly looked at him, her voice cold: “Are you kidding me?”

"Shiyu, you've misunderstood me. I was simply praising your aunt for looking so young!"

"young?!"

"No... I was just being polite out of respect for you! There's no need to be jealous or angry with your own mother."

"I've been watching you. Don't say anything out of line, not even to my mother."

"Alright, alright." Yuan Qianye glanced at the kitchen, making sure the aunt wouldn't come out, then immediately leaned in and hugged her waist, nuzzling her face affectionately: "Who do you think I'm doing this to please the aunt for?"

"You pleased her, but offended me. Next time, praise her, but don't bring me into it. Saying she's like my older sister means that I'm in the same category of middle-aged wives as her, right?"

"There's no need to make such a big deal out of it. You were clearly so happy when we went to the supermarket together just now."

"I was just playing along with you."

Although Shiyu said that, she didn't dislike the scene of him getting along harmoniously with his family.

It felt like they had entered married life ahead of time, and he was accompanying her back to her parents' home.

"By the way, didn't you contact Miyoko-nee before to prepare work for you?"

"Yes, I'm ready. I just need to find some free time before 2 p.m.."

What specific job?

"A snack factory wanted me to film a promotional video and also host their online live stream for a while. There wasn't much work involved; I just had to sit and read some lines. They were very generous with the money, over 80 million yuan, which was 30% above the market price."

"So this afternoon we'll go straight over to discuss the details and sign the contract?"

"No, I don't really want to take on this kind of work, plus I don't have enough time. So shooting commercials is fine, but I'll pass on doing live-streaming sales. The income will be a little less, but it will be much easier for me, and it won't have a big impact on my reputation or value..."

Chiya explained her work to Shiyu in detail, and soon after, Mrs. Kasumigaoka prepared lunch and had the two of them wash their hands and sit at the table.

"Oh, right, I'll go invite the driver in to have dinner with us."

"No need, Auntie. Uncle Zhangtian should already be finding restaurants to eat at on his own. I'll reimburse him for his expenses on a monthly basis."

"You have a really charming way of speaking. You don't seem like a student. You seem like a big boss who is even more capable than an adult."

"Auntie, you're joking with me again. What big boss? I'm just lucky."

"Alright, alright, let's eat."

Shiyu impatiently interrupted their conversation.

Amidst this joyful atmosphere, the sound of a door opening came from the entrance hall.

The wife stopped serving food to her prospective son-in-law, and the joy on her face turned into displeasure.

Shiyu asked, "Is Daddy back?"

The wife scoffed, "Never mind, you guys eat your food."

Mr. Kasumigaoka soon appeared in the living room, wearing a soccer jersey, with grass clippings on his socks and in his hair, making it obvious what he had been doing earlier.

Of course, Yuan Qianye couldn't remain indifferent as his wife had suggested, so he took the initiative to stand up and greet her.

Shiyu called out, "Dad, come and eat!"

"Hmm." The head of the household washed his hands and came to the table.

The woman wrinkled her nose, looking disgusted: "You smell of sweat. If you have guests, you should take a shower and change your clothes before coming over."

Yuan Qianye quickly replied, "I'm fine."

There is a natural barrier between a father and the man who is about to take away his beloved daughter, regardless of prejudice.

However, what the other party said at this time was indeed pleasing to the ear, so his favorability towards Yuan Qianye increased slightly.

“Even Chiya said it doesn’t matter, given how sharp your nose is.” Mr. Kasumigaoka remained seated at the table.

"Shameless fellow..." Although she said that, Mrs. Kasumigaoka still got up to help serve the rice.

Mr. Kasumigaoka picked up his rice bowl, quickly scooped up a mouthful of rice, swallowed it as if he were starving, and then continued, "Besides, I have another show this afternoon. If I wash it now, it will get dirty again this afternoon. It would be better to just wash it all at once tonight."

Are you planning to go out this afternoon?

"Of course, what are those guys so smug about? They just won the game this morning by luck. I've completely figured out their tactics now. This afternoon I'll go discuss tactics with the others and see how I crush them with my skills!"

"Come on," Mrs. Kasumigaoka said dismissively.

When it came to his dignity as a man, Mr. Kasumigaoka argued, "You saw my skills in the football match that our company held before."

Mrs. Kasumigaoka stated the cold truth: "That's because you've worked there for a long time and have seniority, so you're considered a senior. The juniors in the company will naturally give way to you. But when it comes to legitimate betting matches outside, and money is involved, you'll naturally lose."

Mr. Kasumigaoka got anxious: "That's because those guys, Sakamoto and Guchino, didn't play fair. In the second half, they brought their sons onto the field. Those young guys weren't very good at football, but they had a lot of energy. I lost to my younger self, not to them! I was famous for my golden right foot in college, you know that!"

"That's ancient history, let's forget about it."

"If I were a few years younger, or if I had a son, would I have lost to those idiots?"

The couple at the dining table were having a conversation, oblivious to everyone else around them.

It's clear that their daily interactions are quite interesting.

Yuan Qianye was sitting next to Shiyu, eating quietly with a polite smile on his face.