I really just want to grind for entries related to crossover anime/manga.

From that day on, the upscale apartment of Genkawa Yu, which was originally filled with the atmosphere of single men, began to be marked with the mark of Kurokawa Akane at an astonishing speed.

Akane Kurokawa was like a careful and enthusiastic little bird, carefully placing her belongings inside one by one.

Her clothes, from everyday knitwear and jeans to intimate apparel with delicate lace trim, were all carefully categorized and stored away, then hung or placed on the specially reserved side of Yuan Chuan You's wardrobe, standing side by side with his suits, shirts, and casual wear.

Her skincare and cosmetic products gradually took up nearly half of the space on the master bathroom sink, creating a stark contrast with his simple toiletries.

Her personal mug appeared on the cup rack in the kitchen, right next to the simple white porcelain mug that Genkawa Yu usually uses.

That night, Genkawa Yu sat in the ergonomic chair in the study, his eyes fixed on the computer screen that emitted a faint blue light, his fingertips flying across the mechanical keyboard.

The study door was ajar, letting in the warm light from the living room.

After an unknown amount of time, a very faint sound of footsteps approached. Kurokawa Akane, who had just finished bathing, dried her hair and exuded the same shower gel scent as Genkawa Yu.

The girl was only wearing a pure white blouse by Genkawa Yu. The oversized size made her look even more petite, and the hem just covered her waist, revealing a pair of straight and slender legs that shone with a lustrous sheen under the incandescent light.

She didn't make a sound to disturb him, but like a kitten seeking warmth and security, she tentatively curled up and snuggled into Yuan Chuan You's arms, then found a comfortable spot to sit sideways on his lap.

She buried her slightly flushed cheeks deep into his warm neck, her small nose unconsciously brushing against the skin on the side of his neck, and took a deep breath, as if she wanted to completely absorb his scent.

Genkawa Yu felt the sudden warmth and weight in his arms. He looked down at his girlfriend, who was completely clinging to him like a koala. He could clearly feel the curves and warmth of her body under her thin shirt, as well as the moist fragrance emanating from her hair.

He smiled helplessly, then reached out and held her more firmly in his arms. After confirming that the girl was seated properly, Yuan Chuanyou put his hands back on the keyboard and continued with his previous train of thought and rhythm.

"Yu-kun, am I... disturbing your work?"

Akane Kurokawa asked in a muffled voice nestled in the crook of his neck, her voice carrying the languor of someone who had just taken a bath and a hint of cautious probing.

"To be honest, a little."

Genkawa Yu answered honestly, after all, he had a well-behaved and cute girlfriend sitting in his lap, and his attention was inevitably diverted to her.

"but..."

He paused, feeling the slight tension in the body of the person in his arms, and said, "It feels pretty good."

Upon hearing this, Akane Kurokawa seemed to receive a pardon and the highest praise. Her tense body instantly relaxed, and she nestled contentedly against his neck, finding a more comfortable position. Then she stopped talking and moving around, simply resting quietly against his broad, warm chest.

For her, this kind of unreserved physical contact is the kind of love she longs for deep down, and it makes her feel the reality of love much more than glamorous dates and expensive gifts.

Two days later, in the evening.

The apartment of Yuu Minakawa was quiet, with only the faint sound of keyboards coming from the study, indicating that the owner was busy.

Suddenly, a crisp doorbell ring broke the silence.

At this moment, Yuu Genkawa is in his study working on the final part of the script for "Your Name," a part that is also the most emotionally intense. He is highly focused and completely immersed in the bittersweet emotions of meeting and forgetting across time and space.

In the living room, Akane Kurokawa, who had just placed the last of her personal ornaments on the empty space on the bookshelf, heard the doorbell and assumed that Yuu Genkawa's takeout had arrived, so she naturally jogged over to open the door.

She was still wearing the dark blue knitted cardigan that belonged to Yuanchuan You, with long sleeves that covered half of her hands. She wore only a pair of close-fitting shorts on her lower body, and her bare, fair feet were on the cool floor.

She was dressed like a completely relaxed girlfriend at home, even with a hint of being a "little wife".

Outside the door stood a visitor who seemed completely out of place with her surroundings. She was clearly well-disguised, wearing a wide-brimmed baseball cap, brown sunglasses that covered most of her face, a black face mask, and a low-key dark gray long trench coat that wrapped her up completely.

However, when the apartment door was opened, what appeared behind it was not the Genkawa Yu she had expected, but Kurokawa Akane, who was wearing a knitted cardigan that was clearly of a man's size and looked like she was at home in a lazy manner.

"Um, who are you?"

Akane Kurokawa didn't recognize the other person at first, so he hesitated.

It wasn't until Mai Sakurajima took off her hat and mask, revealing her rather pretty face, that she realized who the other person was.

"Sakurajima-san?!"

Akane Kurokawa was stunned for a moment, but she quickly recovered and stepped aside to make way for the passage to the room, speaking in a very polite tone.

"Sakurajima-san, um, please come in. Yu-kun is still working in the study."

Mai Sakurajima stood still, her gaze sweeping over Akane Kurokawa's oversized, garish men's cardigan before settling on the girl's casual attire and her smiling face.

"...Um, sorry to bother you."

Sakurajima Mai uttered a few syllables, her expression unreadable.

She needed to compose herself and ask Genkawa Yu what exactly was going on.

Volume 2 Tokyo Love Story: Chapter 33 I've Always Been the Greedy One (2-in-1 5k)

As Mai Sakurajima stepped into Yu Genkawa's familiar apartment, a fragrant feminine scent, like a silent tide, instantly overwhelmed all her senses.

Women's soft-soled slippers were placed side by side in the entryway; women's clothing was casually draped over the living room sofa; and on the coffee table were thermos cups with cute patterns and a script covered in Akane Kurokawa's handwriting.

Every detail was like a cold needle, piercing her eyes and sinking into her heart.

But the most glaring thing was the figure following behind her, Akane Kurokawa, wearing a knitted cardigan that belonged to Yu Minakawa.

The oversized men's clothing, like a prominent symbol, tightly wrapped around another woman's body, exuding a suffocating intimacy.

Mai Sakurajima suddenly felt difficulty breathing, but she tried her best to keep her body tense and did not show any signs of losing her composure.

Click.

The study door was pushed open, breaking the awkward silence.

Genkawa Yu walked out, rubbing his slightly stiff neck. The fatigue from his intense creative work was still evident in his expression.

When his gaze swept over the undeniably stiff figure in the living room, a clear look of astonishment flashed in his eyes.

His gaze then quickly swept over Mai Sakurajima, before landing on Akane Kurokawa, who was standing behind him in her conspicuous cardigan.

Although the scene was somewhat subtle, it only took Yu Genkawa a few seconds to realize what was going on.

He saw the shock in Mai Sakurajima's eyes, and he also saw the seemingly gentle and calm face of Akane Kurokawa, but with a hint of vigilance hidden deep in her eyes.

In a flash, Genkawa Yu made his decision.

He couldn't let these two women, especially the proud Mai Sakurajima, continue to face this strange and delicate situation.

The next moment, Genkawa Yu's face quickly switched to an expression of work fatigue and just the right amount of surprise. He strode forward, his tone natural and gentle, and his gaze first fell on Kurokawa Akane.

"Akane, since you're free, could you go check the kitchen for me? There should still be some ingredients in the refrigerator. Could you please prepare something simple for me to eat? I'm a little hungry, and... could you also treat Mai-san to something?"

Kurokawa Akane is one? Kiryuu Ichi? How intelligent you are.

She immediately read the unquestionable plea and the deep meaning of wanting her to temporarily leave from Yuu Minakawa's eyes.

Although the girl felt a subtle bitterness and insecurity due to Mai Sakurajima's sudden visit and Yu Genkawa's obvious "protection," at a deeper level, she trusted and cooperated with Yu Genkawa's decision.

She knew very well that some things had to be said between the two of them alone.

Akane Kurokawa has always considered Mai Sakurajima a formidable opponent, but since becoming a couple with Yu Genkawa, she has felt more at ease and is no longer as paranoid as before.

Then, an impeccable, gentle smile immediately bloomed on her face, as if the scrutiny she had just felt had never existed.

"Okay, Yu-kun, you and Sakurajima-san can chat for a while. I'll go prepare some tea and snacks."

She even turned to Mai Sakurajima, adopting an extremely humble posture, and politely asked, "Does Sakurajima-san have any dietary restrictions or preferred tastes? Please don't hesitate to ask."

Mai Sakurajima took a deep breath to barely suppress the sob and surging emotions in her throat, then slowly opened her mouth, her voice carrying a hint of barely perceptible hoarseness and detachment.

"No need for that, I'll just sit for a moment and then leave."

Her refusal carried a stubbornness in maintaining her last shred of dignity.

"Then I'll prepare some wagashi (Japanese sweets)."

Akane Kurokawa readily agreed and, without saying anything more, turned and walked towards the kitchen.

Her steps were light, and the hem of her oversized men's cardigan swayed slightly with her movements, like a flag declaring sovereignty, deeply stinging Mai Sakurajima's eyes.

After watching Kurokawa Akane's figure disappear through the kitchen doorway and faintly hearing the sound of the refrigerator opening and closing, Genkawa Yu finally turned his gaze back entirely to Sakurajima Mai.

He turned to the side, made a "please" gesture, and spoke in a very gentle tone.

"Mai-san, let's talk in the study. It's not convenient to talk here."

Mai Sakurajima's gaze lingered on Yu Genkawa's face for several seconds before she took a step with legs that felt like they were made of lead and followed him into the study that she had once entered as well.

Genkawa Yu gently closed the study door, shutting out all the slightest sounds from outside.

In an instant, the world seemed to be split into two parts.

Inside the study, only the two of them remained, surrounded by the aroma of books, the lingering scent of caffeine, and the soft blue glow of the computer screen.

Mai Sakurajima silently watched Yu Genkawa, her face devoid of its usual bright smile and pleasantries, only a stagnant calm.

She didn't sit down, but stood in the center of the study, a few steps away from Yuan Chuan You, a distance that seemed like an insurmountable chasm.

Mai Sakurajima gazed silently at Yu Genkawa; time seemed to have passed for a long time, yet it also seemed to have only been a moment.

Finally, she spoke, her voice soft, yet clear and cold like an icicle hitting the ground, with an uncontrollable tremor.

"Yu-kun..."

She called his name, "Have you...made your choice?"

Her gaze swept meaningfully across the doorway, everything unspoken.

That glaring cardigan, the ubiquitous feminine touches, Akane Kurokawa's hostess demeanor... all the evidence points to the reality she doesn't want to face.

Looking into the deep sorrow in her eyes, Yuu felt as if his heart was being gripped by an invisible hand. He had always known about Mai Sakurajima's feelings for him that went beyond mere admiration. He himself had also experienced genuine feelings and vague expectations for her during those days of fighting together.

Although the decision has been made to take a more moderate and satisfactory path without harming anyone.

But at this moment, the pain in Mai Sakurajima's eyes was like a cruel mirror, reflecting that the choice in his heart would inevitably lead to this result.

Especially after witnessing Akane Kurokawa's selfless courage and sacrifice, he could no longer hurt anyone with an ambiguous attitude.

So, Genkawa Yu took a deep breath, neither avoiding Sakurajima Mai's piercing gaze nor trying to use any hypocritical words to gloss over the situation.

He knew that any roundabout way of explaining or interpreting the situation at this moment would be an insult to Mai Sakurajima's sincere feelings.

“Ma Yi Sang”.

He continued to use the terms of address that were unique to the two of them, which in itself was a clear signal. Genkawa Yu's eyes were calm and heavy, carrying a do-or-die determination.

I'm sorry.

Genkawa Yu paused for a moment, as if gathering the courage to face the storm, before continuing.