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"Alright everyone, the most tense moment has arrived! Who will be the last lucky audience member to win this last ticket to the stage?"

Shimada Shinsuke's voice held a final hint of suspense, "First, Sakurajima-san, please—"

Mai Sakurajima stepped forward again, her delicate hand gently reaching out. She paused slightly within the colorful glass spheres, then took one out and clearly displayed it to the audience—[Area A]!

"Area A!"

Yuki Natsukawa felt her breathing suddenly stop at that moment.

"Next, Genkawa-kun, please come over here and draw a number!"

Genkawa Yu stepped forward steadily, his gaze gently sweeping over the suddenly tense faces in Section A below the stage. His fingers traced the cool glass balls, and without much hesitation, he casually yet with a certain certainty picked up a ball and showed it to the camera and the audience—[Row 6]!

"Section A, Row 6!"

Upon seeing this result, Yuki Natsukawa's heart pounded wildly, so loudly that she suspected everyone around her could hear it!

With only two numbers left, she stared intently at Arima Kana and Yamazaki Haruto, who were about to draw their numbers, and silently repeated her seat number "08" over and over in her mind.

"Mr. Ariyama, please—"

Arima Kana clearly sensed the solemn atmosphere at this final moment. She took a deep breath, as if performing some kind of sacred ritual, and solemnly reached her hand into the pool. She felt around for a moment, took out a ball, held it tightly in her hand for a moment, and then slowly unfolded it—[0]!

"0!"

Yuki Natsukawa felt as if something was tightly choking her throat. It started with a 0! It perfectly matched half of her seat number!

Hope is growing stronger and stronger, almost bursting out of my chest!

"Finally! Yueyi_? VI Yin Qiyi Erba? Sisi Ba Yamazaki-kun! The fate of the last lucky audience member's final number is in your hands!"

Shimada brought the atmosphere to its peak, and everyone's eyes were focused on Haruto Yamazaki.

Haruto Yamazaki also put aside his usual playful demeanor. He rubbed his hands together, his face showing an unusually serious expression. He plunged his hand deep into the glass ball pool, closed his eyes, muttered something under his breath, and then, as if he had grasped something crucial, suddenly pulled his hand out and raised it high without even looking!

The camera zoomed in instantly for a close-up, and the number that would determine the ultimate winner was displayed with crystal clarity on the big screen—[8]!

"Section A! Row 6! Seat 08!!! Congratulations to the last lucky winner, Qun! - Erjiu Nili*Yishi Balu!!!"

With all his might, Shimada Shinsuke shouted out the final seat number, his voice slightly distorted with excitement.

"Om-!"

The blazing white beam of light, symbolizing miracles and good fortune, enveloped Yuki Natsukawa precisely, like the holy light of final judgment!

"It really is me! I won!"

Yuki Natsukawa was immediately overjoyed. She stood up and walked forward from her seat.

When she actually stepped onto the slightly hot stage floor, a strong sense of unreality enveloped her, almost suffocating her.

She cautiously raised her head, and the first thing that came into view was Genkawa Yu standing not far away.

He was looking at her with a smile.

That smile was more vivid than any video recording, seemingly possessing a tangible warmth that instantly pierced through all her tension and unease, soothing her nerves, which were almost spasming from excessive excitement.

The other four fans who were selected earlier were already standing in their designated positions on the stage. Their faces were also flushed with undisguised excitement and nervousness, and their eyes were filled with excitement and a hint of fear.

The interactive Q&A session has officially begun.

The first four fans took turns receiving microphones from the staff and asked questions to their favorite actors. Most of the questions revolved around the drama "Alice in the Land of the Dying." Although they stuttered a bit due to nervousness, they were all full of sincere love for the show.

Yuki Natsukawa stood to the side, her heart still pounding wildly, like she was carrying a frightened rabbit.

She took a deep breath, trying to calm her overly agitated emotions, and silently repeated, word by word, the questions she had carefully prepared beforehand.

She didn't want to ask the same old questions about the plot or the characters' superficial personalities, questions that had already appeared too many times in regular interviews and media reports.

As a die-hard fan of Genkawa Yu, she understands better than most people the talent and creativity hidden beneath his gentle and composed exterior, in addition to his outstanding appearance and acting skills.

She wanted an opportunity for Yuu Minakawa to reveal more of his inner brilliance.

This is a fan's personal sentiment, and also a form of support based on deep understanding.

Finally, it was her turn.

The staff handed her the heavy microphone. The girl took a deep breath, as if to inhale all her courage, and then took a small step forward.

"Mr. Genkawa, good evening."

Her voice came through the microphone and echoed clearly in the theater. Although it still trembled slightly and could not be completely suppressed, she tried her best to keep her words clear.

"I...I am your fan. I really like your work and your attitude towards your work."

Yuki Natsukawa reiterated her stance, then, holding back her emotions, she took a deep breath and asked the question that had been swirling in her mind for countless times.

"My question is, we all know that you are not only a very good actor, but also a very talented writer who has created moving stories like Love Letter."

When she mentioned "Love Letter," Genkawa Yu's eyes flickered slightly, revealing a hint of seriousness.

"I would like to ask you..."

Yuki Natsukawa continued, speaking slightly faster, as if afraid that her courage would vanish in an instant.

"In understanding and shaping the character of Ryohei Arisu, how did your identity as a writer and your unique creative thinking help you to explore the character's inner world more deeply, especially his complex transformation from an ordinary, even somewhat escapist, young man in the extreme environment of the 'Land of the Dying' into the core and spiritual pillar of the team?"

A brief silence fell over both the stage and the audience when this question was posed.

This question clearly goes beyond the scope of a typical fan question; it is more professional and in-depth, directly touching upon the intersection between performance theory and writer's thinking.

The respondent needs not only a deep understanding of the character, but also considerable theoretical knowledge of creative works and clear expression skills.

Even the well-informed host, Shinsuke Shimada, showed obvious surprise. This surprise quickly turned into undisguised appreciation. He nodded slightly, and his gaze toward Yuki Natsukawa held a newfound respect.

Genkawa Yu was clearly also somewhat surprised. He looked intently at the young girl in front of him, whose eyes were red with excitement and whose body was still trembling slightly, yet who had managed to ask such profound and insightful questions.

After a while, Genkawa Yu lowered his eyes slightly and thought for a few seconds, as if he was carefully sorting out his thoughts and organizing his words.

The silence that lasted a few seconds made the atmosphere on stage even more solemn and expectant. Then, he picked up the microphone, his voice gentle and clear, with a steady magnetism, and slowly began to speak.

"Thank you so much for your question. First of all, I must say that it is a fantastic question."

He first sincerely affirmed the questioner, which made Yuki Natsukawa feel a surge of excitement, and her body began to tremble again.

"really."

Genkawa Yu began to elaborate, his eyes becoming deep, as if he were recalling his thought process when he was immersed in creating the character.

"Having experience as a writer has been of immeasurable help in understanding characters, especially characters like 'Ryohei Arisu' who have a clear arc of growth."

"It's like a key, or a special pair of glasses, that allows me to see through the lines and actions on the surface of the script and see the underlying structure and intentions."

He paused, then continued to analyze the character in a calm and logical manner, recounting the character's mental journey and views on the path of growth, with each perspective being well-reasoned and supported by evidence.

As Yuki Natsukawa listened to Yuu Minakawa's calm and insightful reply, and watched the confidence and depth of thought that naturally emanated from him as he spoke eloquently, she felt her heart be completely filled with a tremendous sense of pride and happiness.

This is the person she supports at all costs!

He deserves all the praise and the deepest love.

Her question received a response far exceeding her most optimistic expectations, which was not only an affirmation of her as a person, but also the best proof of her long-standing vision.

"A brilliant question! And an equally brilliant answer!"

"This is truly an eye-opener for us! It seems that our fan base for 'Alice in the Land of the Dying' is indeed full of hidden talents and geniuses!" Shimada Shinsuke exclaimed sincerely, clapping his hands as he stepped forward.

Both the cameras in the live stream and the fans in the audience were captivated by Genkawa Yu's answer, and the atmosphere became even more enthusiastic.

After a while, the interactive Q&A session ended in a satisfied atmosphere. Staff then guided the five lucky fans off the stage in an orderly fashion, each carrying their precious gifts.

When she reached Yuu Minakawa's side, Yuki Natsukawa mustered the greatest courage of her life, raised her eyes, which were still moist but surprisingly bright, looked at him so close, and whispered quickly in a slightly trembling but clear voice the words that had been buried in her heart for so long.

"Yu-kun, keep up the good work! I will always support you!"

Genkawa Yu clearly heard this encouraging message from a fan.

Looking at the girl whose face was flushed with excitement but whose eyes were unusually firm and bright, he truly felt her unreserved support.

Therefore, the solemn expression on Genkawa Yu's face turned into a gentler smile, even with a hint of emotion. He leaned forward slightly, taking the initiative to close the distance with Natsukawa Yuki a little, and said softly.

"Thank you, I really appreciate your support. Please be careful on the road and watch your step."

Just then, a female staff member who had been keeping an eye on the scene stepped forward and gently supported Yuki Natsukawa, who was so happy to be talking to her idol at such close range and receiving such a gentle response, that she was almost dizzy, and steadily guided her to the steps on the other side of the stage.

The warm "thank you" and thoughtful words from Yuu Minakawa, so close yet so close, were like the finest wine, instantly rushing to Yuki Natsukawa's head. She felt her cheeks burning intensely, as if they were about to burst into flames.

Even after returning to her seat and being surrounded by excited friends, she remained deeply immersed in the overwhelming feeling of happiness and warmth, clutching the heavy gift bag tightly in her arms, unable to come back to her senses for a long time.

The five lucky fans returned to their seats with unforgettable memories and precious gifts, their faces beaming with a dreamlike glow of happiness.

The host, Shinsuke Shimada, returned to the center of the stage to deliver his final closing remarks, his voice carrying a hint of relaxation and joy at the event's resounding success.

"Beautiful and unforgettable times always seem so short!"

"Thank you so much to every fan who came today. It is your unreserved enthusiasm and support that made this night so wonderful!"

"I would also like to thank our four radiant actors once again—Yu Minakawa, Mai Sakurajima, Haruto Yamazaki, and Kana Arima—for their wonderful performances and heartfelt sharing!"

"Alice in the Land of the Dying is about to officially hit the big screen and meet everyone! More suspense, more exciting games, and more touching stories await you to uncover!"

"Please continue to follow official updates and give your full support to this drama series and to every actor who has poured their heart and soul into it!"

"Now, I hereby declare the offline fan meeting for 'Alice in the Land of the Dying' to be a complete success!"

Thank you everyone! See you in the show again!

The stirring and hopeful closing music roared in, and all the stage lights converged once more, like the most dazzling galaxy, pouring down on the four lead actors standing side by side.

They bowed in unison at a 90-degree angle to thank their still enthusiastic and reluctant fans in the audience.

Thank you everyone!!!

Volume 2 Tokyo Love Story: Chapter 39 (X-age vI Qi 玐貳扒_ Read - Yi Sakurajima Mai: Then you should break off your relationship with Kurokawa Akane! (Two-in-one))

After the fan meeting for "Alice in the Land of the Dying" ended, the noisy atmosphere slowly receded from the Tokyo Dome Theater, just like the tide going out.

Backstage, the bustling noise of people has been replaced by efficient and low-pitched wrapping work, with the muffled thud of equipment case wheels rolling across the floor and the slightly tired conversations of staff becoming the main sounds.

Genkawa Yu had changed out of the exquisite suit he wore on stage. Now he was wearing a soft, smoky gray cashmere sweatshirt and matching casual trousers. His face, now free of makeup, showed obvious signs of fatigue, but his deep eyes shone brightly because of the event's great success, as if sparks were constantly dancing within them.

He stood in the colonnade, his gaze passing over the busy crowd, settling on the slender yet somewhat lonely figure in front of the floor-to-ceiling window.

Mai Sakurajima had also removed her elaborate stage makeup, which she had put on to match the strong lights. Her clean face, under the cool light of the corridor lamps, showed a jade-like warmth and fragility.

Genkawa Yu adjusted his breathing, as if sinking some kind of determination into his heart, and stepped towards her.