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

The waiter poured drinks for the group and then left.

"Come on, let's have a drink first!"

Sato Masashi raised his beer glass and said with a smile, "Let's celebrate the box office success of Genkawa-kun's 'Love Like a Bouquet,' and also wish our 'Kamen Rider Fox' great ratings!"

"Cheers!" Kazuto Shinyo also raised his glass.

Genkawa Yu and Asakura Toru also raised their glasses.

The four glasses clinked together, making a crisp sound. Genkawa Yu took a small sip of beer, enjoying the refreshing taste with a hint of malt.

Asakura Toru took a big gulp of sake, the spicy liquid sliding down her throat and instantly flushing her cheeks.

She put down her wine glass, picked up her chopsticks, took a piece of grilled meat and put it in her mouth, her eyes still fixed on Genkawa Yu.

For the rest of the time, everyone ate the barbecue while continuing to chat.

Perhaps because the sake had a high alcohol content and Asakura Toru drank it quickly, her eyes soon became somewhat glazed, and her cheeks turned as red as ripe apples.

Her already exquisite face now looked even more charming.

About half an hour later, Asakura Toru had finished most of the sake in front of him.

She put down her wine glass, took a deep breath, and suddenly stood up.

The girl's movements were somewhat unsteady, clearly indicating that she had drunk too much, but her eyes were unusually firm as she turned her head and stared straight at Genkawa Yu's face.

Alcohol can sometimes be a source of courage, and sometimes it can be a tool to mask one's true emotions.

The laughter in the private room stopped abruptly after Asakura Toru stood up.

Sato Masashi and Masahiro Kazuto stopped what they were doing and looked nervously at Asakura Toru and Genkawa Yu, and a suffocating silence seemed to rise in the air.

"Genchuan-kun..."

Asakura Toru's voice didn't sound strange because of the alcohol; on the contrary, it had an unusual clarity.

"I have something I want to tell you. Can you come out with me for a bit?"

coming.

Genkawa Yu knew the main event was about to begin, so he put down his chopsticks, took a deep breath, and stood up.

"Okay."

Genkawa Yu smiled slightly, then looked at Sato Miyabi, who was friends with the owner of the place.

"Sato, is there a private, soundproof place here? Asakura and I are going out to chat, and we definitely don't want anyone to hear us."

He had to consider the consequences; even though this was a small, private bar, he couldn't really ignore these things.

Sato Masashi, of course, knew the seriousness of the matter. Without hesitation, he immediately stood up and said...

"Yes, yes, I'll go ask the boss right away."

Sato Masaru knew that his friend's bar had several wine storage rooms on the second floor, which were rarely visited and had excellent soundproofing, making it perfect for discussing private matters.

He strode out of the private room and returned shortly after, followed by a man in his thirties.

The man, dressed in a simple short-sleeved shirt and apron, with a friendly smile on his face, was none other than Fukuyama En, the owner of this tavern.

“Mr. Genkawa, Sato has already told me your request.”

Fukuyama said with a smile, "I have a wine storage room on the second floor. Almost no customers know about it. You can go there to talk. I'll take you there now."

"Thank you so much."

Genkawa Yu said gratefully.

"No need to be polite. Since Genkawa-san is Sato's friend, he is also my friend. It's just a small matter."

Fukuyama waved his hand and turned to walk towards the stairwell.

"This way, please."

Genkawa Yu glanced at Asakura Toru, gesturing for her to follow.

Asakura Toru nodded and followed behind with slightly unsteady steps. Masahiro Kazuto stayed in the private room with Sato Miyabi, his face showing both curiosity and a hint of worry.

I wonder what those two are planning to talk about in private?

The two followed Fukuyama up to the second floor, where a warehouse was located at the end of the corridor.

Fukuyama Haruka opened the storeroom door, revealing rows of neatly arranged wine racks filled with various liquors. The air was filled with a pleasant aroma of fruit and wood. The storeroom was not large, but it was spacious enough for two people to stand and talk.

"This is it."

Fukuyama said with a smile, "You two can talk at your leisure. I'll be downstairs. Call me anytime if you need anything, and I promise no one will bother you."

"Thank you, boss."

Genkawa Yu thanked him again.

Fukuyama nodded, turned around and walked down the stairs.

Genkawa Yu entered the warehouse, and Asakura Toru followed him in.

Then, Asakura Toru turned around and closed the door with a soft "click," shutting out all the noise from the outside world.

The warehouse fell silent instantly, with only the sound of their breathing and the occasional gust of wind coming from outside the window.

Genkawa Yu turned around and looked at Asakura Toru in front of him.

The girl's cheeks were still flushed, and her eyes were somewhat hazy due to the alcohol, but there was an undeniable determination in them.

The smell of alcohol mixed with her faint perfume filled the small space, making Yuan Chuan You feel somewhat uncomfortable.

The young idol in front of me was wearing a light purple dress. Because she had been drinking, her hair was a little messy and stuck to her cheeks, adding to her delicate and charming appearance.

Looking at her, Yuan Chuanyou couldn't help but feel a little emotional.

If it weren't for Akane Kurokawa and Mai Sakurajima, perhaps he would have been moved by such a brave and straightforward girl.

Toru Asakura looked at Yu Minakawa with focused and intense eyes, as if he wanted to absorb him completely.

She took a deep breath, as if gathering her emotions or encouraging herself.

After another ten seconds or so, Asakura Toru took a deep breath, as if she had made up her mind. She never liked beating around the bush, and this time she went straight to the point and spoke directly.

"Genkawa-kun, I like you! I want to go out with you!"

Such a straightforward confession was like a bombshell exploding in Genkawa Yu's ears.

Although he knew she would confess, Yuu Genkawa still couldn't help but be stunned when she actually said those words.

He looked at Asakura Toru's serious eyes and said with a wry smile.

"Asakura, don't you know that Akane and I are dating? We've already made our relationship public, and we're currently living together."

"I know."

Asakura Toru nodded without hesitation, his eyes showing no sign of backing down.

“I know you’ve gone public with your relationship, and I saw your interactions at the premiere.”

"so?"

Genkawa Yu raised an eyebrow. Ever since he met Asakura Toru, the other man had left an impression on him with his free-spirited and independent personality.

To be honest, he was still very curious about what the other person was thinking.

"You don't mean to say that I should give up on Kurokawa, do you?"

"of course not."

Faced with Yu's gaze, Toru Asakura took a step forward, closing the distance between them.

She raised her head, looking intently at Genkawa Yu, and continued speaking.

"But... Genkawa-kun, you and Sakurajima Mai-san are secretly dating too, aren't you?"

"..."

Because of the preventative call from Higuchi Madoka, Genkawa Yu wasn't too shocked to hear her say that, but his expression remained serious.

"Asakura, why do you think that?"

Genkawa Yu's voice was a little hoarse. Actually, it would have been easy for him to completely reject the other person, but he didn't want to do so.

Asakura Toru smiled, a smile that carried a hint of understanding, yet also the confidence of a young woman.

"This is a girl's intuition. Does Genkawa-kun intend to deny it?"

Her eyes were fixed on Genkawa Yu, as if trying to see through all his pretenses.

Genkawa Yu did not answer, but remained silent.

Seeing that he didn't speak, Asakura Toru became even more certain of his guess.

Her gaze hardened as she continued.

"Genkawa-kun, do you still remember our first trip together on the dating reality show?"

When the topic of romance variety shows came up, Yuu Minakawa's thoughts inevitably drifted back to that time.

"Love is a compulsory course in life," was the first time he formally met Asakura Toru.

He nodded: "I remember, we went on a train trip together and even comforted a little girl who got separated from her mother on the way. Back then, I still had blond hair."

As Yu Genkawa spoke of these things, a nostalgic smile involuntarily appeared on his face.

Back then, I was still very inexperienced, unlike now, when I have clear goals and firm beliefs.

"Yes, it's been a long time."

Asakura Toru also smiled, his eyes filled with nostalgia.

“Genkawa-kun, that conversation we had on the train was actually the beginning of how I noticed you.”

"You noticed me?"

"Because... Genkawa-kun has always been dazzling."

"I don't need a reason to commit to someone. This is the answer my heart tells me. This is my feeling, and it has never changed since I started dating the show."

Hearing Asakura Toru's sincere confession, Genkawa Yu felt a complex mix of emotions.