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

"Now, we really have a good chance of winning the prize."

"Yes, this is a very important matter."

Yuan Chuanyou thought about it and realized that winning the award was a very important step, as it represented that he had gained more mainstream recognition.

The next step is to earn profits from box office revenue.

Then... the song copyright department of [Star Engine] will soon be on the agenda, and we are preparing to increase our efforts in its development.

Genkawa Yu glanced at his system panel, his eyes gleaming.

He's been too busy these past two months and hasn't had time to practice singing at all, so he's gained relatively few experience points for the song.

[Production Sequence 1: Guitar Playing (Green)]

Experience points: 6/100

[Production Sequence Two: Singing Mastery (Green)]

Experience points: 75/100

"A new song... I need to think about it carefully."

Volume 3 I Am a Knight of the New Era: Chapter 35 Higuchi Enka: I'll Keep a Close Eye on You! (2-in-1 5k)

The news that "Love Like a Bouquet" grossed over 200 million yen on its opening day caused quite a stir in the entertainment industry.

After all, this is an art-house romance film with a relatively modest budget, and its initial release results are nothing short of amazing.

Japanese box office prediction websites have already raised their final box office forecast to the 5 billion yen level. If it can actually reach that number, then "Love Like a Bouquet" will surely become a phenomenon.

In the large conference room of the combustion-themed production company, Suoh Hayabusa looked at the data report in his hand, unable to suppress the smile on his lips.

Director Doi, sitting opposite him, also looked pleased. This director, known for his delicate emotional portrayals, has finally proven his strength with a work that has achieved both commercial and critical success.

After all...who doesn't want to make more money? No matter how great an art film is, if the box office results aren't good, the director will feel disappointed.

"It's basically secured the top spot at the box office in its opening week."

Suoh Hayabusa put down the report and looked at Director Doi. "The theaters have agreed to increase the number of screenings. Next week's screenings will be 20% more than this week's."

Director Doi nodded, a broad smile on his face.

"Once word-of-mouth takes hold, subsequent box office growth becomes more stable. I've read online comments, and most of them are positive."

"That's the charm of a good movie."

Suo Shun sighed, "However, we can't let our guard down right now. By the way, we can't stop the follow-up publicity either. We need to speed up the public relations work with the Japan Academy Film Prize."

"I understand."

The two then discussed the follow-up work arrangements for a while.

Suo Shun proposed to hold a large celebration party, inviting all the main creators to attend. The time was set for this weekend, and the venue was a high-end hotel in Roppongi. After all, this achievement was the result of everyone's joint efforts, and it was necessary to enhance team cohesion.

Spending money should be done in the right places, all to ensure that subsequent plans can be carried out more steadily.

"Has Genkawa-kun been notified yet?" Director Doi asked.

“I just called.” Suo Shun looked somewhat helpless. “He said that the filming schedule for Kamen Rider: Kyo Kusanagi is very tight, and he might not be able to participate.”

"It's a pity... but I can understand, he's really busy right now."

"Yes."

Suoh Shun sighed, "But he said he might have a small celebration with his colleagues from the crew. Young people have their own way of socializing, so that's fine."

This second son of a chaebol is actually not even thirty years old, but because of the high intensity of his work in the past year or two, he feels that he has aged.

"Have a good weekend and relax, Director Doi."

"That's natural."

Meanwhile, on the set of Toei's "Kamen Rider: Extreme Fox," Yu Genkawa had just finished filming an action scene and was sitting in the rest area wiping away sweat.

Sato Masashi and Masahiro Kazuto came over.

"Genkawa-kun, your movie is doing so well at the box office, shouldn't you give your brothers some perks?" Sato Masashi smiled. "After all, it made 200 million yen on the first day."

"Of course, where would you like to celebrate?"

Yuu Minakawa knew he would be very busy for a long time to come and wouldn't have many opportunities to get together with his friends. Moreover, the success of "Love Like a Bouquet" was definitely worth celebrating.

"I know a good place, a small bar owned by a friend of mine. It guarantees privacy and the prices are reasonable."

"Then you can make the arrangements first."

Genkawa Yu nodded in agreement, but then he immediately remembered his promise to Kurokawa Akane.

Unless it's a necessary social occasion, I need to be home before 10 p.m. every night. Does this kind of gathering with friends count as a "necessary social occasion"?

This made him unsure, after all, Akane Kurokawa was currently very sensitive and needed to be carefully protected.

During his break, he called his girlfriend.

"Akane, there's something I want to discuss with you."

He got straight to the point: "The film 'Love Like a Bouquet' did very well at the box office, and President Suo is going to hold a celebration party, but I can't attend. However, I have made plans with my friends from the crew to go out for drinks to celebrate. What do you think?"

There was a few seconds of silence on the other end of the phone, followed by Akane Kurokawa's gentle but hesitant voice.

"Yu-kun, I know you're filming outside and need to build good relationships with your fellow actors. If you want to go, then go ahead."

Genkawa Yu noticed the hesitation in her voice: "Akane, are you worried about something?"

There was another silence, this time lasting even longer.

"I..."

Akane Kurokawa hesitated because she remembered Toru Asakura, who was in the same production team as Yu Genkawa in "Kamen Rider Goku Fox".

The girl always remembered the scene when she visited the film set, and how Asakura Toru was so intimate and unreserved with her boyfriend.

This prompted Akane Kurokawa to hold a "mini-announcement meeting" within the six-person love reality show group, just so that she could tell Toru Asakura what was going on.

But since the other party doesn't tell you, Akane Kurokawa will never know whether Toru Asakura has truly given up.

So, given the thought of her boyfriend going out drinking with his colleagues from the film crew, Asakura Toru is very likely to go along.

What are you worried about?

While his girlfriend remained silent, Genkawa Yu seemed to have thought of the answer, so he asked directly.

"If you're worried, then I'll go with Sato, Masaki, and a few other guys."

This suggestion warmed Akane Kurokawa's heart. She knew that Yuu Minagawa was being considerate of her feelings, but she also knew that doing so would only make things more awkward.

After all, Asakura Toru is currently one of the more important female riders in the "Kamen Rider Fox" cast, and she and Genkawa Yu have been friends since the beginning of the romance series. If they deliberately don't invite her, it will put Genkawa Yu in a difficult position.

"Isn't Asakura also there? Yu-kun, remember to invite her too."

Akane Kurokawa sighed. In any case, she had a very gentle personality and couldn't possibly go too far.

"Yes, I promise I'll be back soon."

Genkawa Yu nodded seriously and said, "I'll definitely be home before eleven o'clock."

"Ah."

Akane Kurokawa nodded. "Then go ahead and have fun."

After hanging up the phone, Yuu Minakawa breathed a sigh of relief. He knew that Akane Kurokawa had made this decision with great difficulty, so he couldn't let her down.

He found Sato Masaru and confirmed the time and place of the gathering... tonight at eight o'clock, heading to a members-only bar in Shibuya.

"What about Asakura? Let's invite her to come along too."

Yuta Genkawa added a sentence.

Sato Masashi and Masahiro Kazuto exchanged a glance, their faces revealing a knowing smile that only men could understand.

"Don't worry, we've already asked her. We told her that Genkawa-kun wanted to celebrate the movie's box office success, and she immediately agreed. You're so charming."

"Don't be silly, it's just friends getting together."

"Yes, yes, we are all good friends."

Sato Masashi shrugged, then added.

"But Asakura-san looks... a little strange today. I can't quite put my finger on it, but he just seems different from usual."

"Really."

Genkawa Yu's heart skipped a beat, but he didn't ask any further questions.

At the same time, Asakura Toru was putting on makeup in his dressing room.

The girl in the mirror dressed up especially carefully today, not with her usual idol-style elaborate makeup, but with a more natural, light makeup.

She had actually noticed that Genkawa Yu didn't like that kind of overly elaborate makeup.

After applying lipstick, the girl pursed her lips in front of the mirror and then carefully examined her face.

Her blue eyes were clear and bright; she had a small nose, delicate lips, and fair skin so smooth that her pores were almost invisible.

As an idol, Toru Asakura is confident enough in his appearance, but today, that confidence is mixed with nervousness and determination.

She recalled her conversation with Higuchi Madoka that morning.

It was in the living room of the team's dormitory. The other two teammates were still sleeping, but she and Higuchi Madoka had woken up early. The two of them sat on the sofa, drinking coffee and chatting about recent events.

"Toru, are you really going to do this?"

Higuchi Enka looked at her, her expression calm, but her eyes showed obvious worry.

Asakura Toru knew what her childhood friend was asking. Ever since the premiere, the girl had suddenly developed a strong obsession. She had never intended to give up, and when she saw Sakurajima Mai and Genkawa Yu holding hands, and saw that Genkawa Yu showed no rejection or discomfort whatsoever.

Some things are already very clear.

Asakura Toru thought for a moment, then said softly, "Do you remember the scene at the premiere where Sakurajima Mai and Yu-kun held hands?"

“I remember,” Higuchi Enka nodded. “It was very eye-catching.”