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

Just as Sakurajima Mai was looking forward to tomorrow's fun "role-playing" activity, Kurokawa Akane had already finished washing the dishes and came out of the kitchen.

She dried her hands, walked into the living room, and her expression suddenly became solemn like never before.

With a determined look in his eyes, he walked step by step to Yuan Chuan You and stopped in front of him.

When Yuan Chuanyou saw her appearance, he was slightly taken aback.

"Akane, what's wrong?"

Akane Kurokawa shook her head, staring intently at Yu Minakawa, then took a deep breath and spoke in a gentle yet firm tone.

"Yu-kun, I've thought it through. I'll never be jealous again."

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Genkawa Yu was slightly taken aback, and Sakurajima Mai on the other end of the phone naturally heard the words as well, and the girl was also confused.

But Akane Kurokawa continued.

"Because I've figured it out. What I want is to be with Youjun for the rest of my life. Since you have many other women outside, I don't plan to care about them anymore."

"As long as I... can be with you, that's enough."

This trip to Xia Kingdom made Akane Kurokawa finally understand things.

Instead of constantly brooding and being jealous, it's better to take it easy; after all, her lead is big enough.

One day, she will become the first woman to change her surname to Yuanchuan!

Volume 4 To the New World: Chapter 23 Mai Sakurajima: You Must Listen to Me! (2-in-1 5k)

"I will never be jealous again."

Upon hearing this, Genkawa Yu looked at the girl in front of him and saw that there was no gloom in her eyes, only clarity and gentleness.

"Um, Akane, I'm still on the phone, wait a minute."

"it is good."

Mai Sakurajima on the other end of the phone clearly heard Akane Kurokawa's words. She was slightly taken aback, and then heard Yuu Genkawa's reply.

"Mai, don't worry, I'll definitely be there on time tomorrow."

He deliberately quickened his pace, wanting to end the call as soon as possible, since Kurokawa Akane's statement meant there would definitely be more to come.

Mai Sakurajima also came to her senses, and her usual playful demeanor returned.

"Okay, then I won't bother you anymore. Get some rest, see you tomorrow."

She didn't press Kurokawa Akane's thoughts, choosing to stop there.

"See you tomorrow."

Genkawa Yu hung up the phone and turned to look at Kurokawa Akane.

"Yu-kun?"

The girl blinked and spoke gently.

The next moment, Genkawa Yu stepped forward and gently pulled Kurokawa Akane into his arms.

"Akane, why would you suddenly say that?"

Akane Kurokawa leaned against him, then gently shook her head, her tone soft.

"I've just figured out a lot of things..."

“I used to be constantly struggling and anxious, thinking that as long as I didn’t want it, the things I didn’t want to see wouldn’t happen.”

"But life is a long journey, and there will definitely be other girls in Yu-kun's life. I have already accepted that."

"..."

While Akane Kurokawa was recounting her personal journey, Yu Genkawa did not speak, but listened quietly.

"If I asked you right now... to give them up immediately, you definitely wouldn't agree, right?"

"Um..."

Genkawa Yu nodded slightly, which was taken as acquiescence.

"Hehe, Yu-kun, I know you won't let down anyone who is sincere to you, nor will you easily give up any genuine relationship."

“I used to be unwilling to admit this, and I couldn’t help but overthink. I always held onto a sliver of hope that if I tried a little harder, I could make you only have eyes for me.”

Yuan Chuan You held her arm, unconsciously tightening his grip a little.

When the girl felt her lover tighten his grip, she smiled and her tone became even gentler.

Although the connection between hearts is close, it is still necessary to make promises to each other with words most of the time. This is the true way to manage a relationship.

Otherwise, even if people are close at heart, a lack of communication remains a major problem.

“I know that Yu-kun and the others have different experiences, experiences that I have not participated in and that I cannot replace.”

“I’m always anxious and insecure. Sometimes I feel that I’m willing to share with others, but other times I feel unwilling to give up and I feel that I can’t just admit defeat. I have to prove myself.”

She was referring to Mai Sakurajima.

"But this trip to the Xia Kingdom suddenly made me see things clearly."

Akane Kurokawa stared intently into Yu Minakawa's eyes and explained the reason for her decision.

“Outstanding men are naturally pursued by many women. Because I’m so close to you, I tend to overlook this fact.”

"Moreover, the decision I made wasn't actually giving up; rather, it further confirmed my resolve."

"How so?" Genkawa Yu asked earnestly.

The next moment, Akane Kurokawa stretched out her soft little hand and placed it on Yu Minakawa's chest.

"No matter what, there's always been a place for me here with Yu-kun, right?"

At this moment, what's needed isn't sweet talk, but a very important promise.

Genkawa Yu quickly understood this, and he nodded vigorously, his tone firm.

"Yes, Akane."

"You've always held a place in my heart, and that has never changed."

"Ok, I know."

The two nestled together, and Genkawa Yu gently stroked her long hair, as if he had breathed a sigh of relief, or as if nothing had happened.

As night deepens, Tokyo's neon lights shimmer, illuminating this bustling city.

After Akane Kurokawa fell asleep, Yu Minakawa sat at his desk and continued typing, a gentle smile on his lips.

In his view, the distance between their hearts was a very important step forward.

The system panel also seems to confirm this.

[Production Sequence Two: The Path of a Literary Master (Purple)]

Experience points: 78/100

Experience points: 80/100

"And then there's the writing entry, so I can combine it into my first red entry, right?"

Genkawa Yu then looked at another production sequence.

[Production Sequence 1: A stroke of genius (purple)]

Experience points: 42/100

Experience points: 43/100

Bestselling Author (Purple) + Brilliant Stroke (Purple) + Path to Literary Mastery (Purple) = Literary Master (Red)

"This is truly...exciting."

The next morning, just as dawn was breaking, a thin layer of mist shrouded the streets of Tokyo in winter.

Genkawa Yu woke up early. He didn't intend to wake Kurokawa Akane, who was sleeping soundly beside him. He simply got up carefully and went to the bathroom to wash up.

In order to avoid being recognized by passersby and to fit the identity of a "staff member", Genkawa Yu deliberately dressed in the most "low-key" manner.

He put on a gray baseball cap with the brim pulled low, covering most of his face, then a thick mask covering his nose and mouth to further conceal his appearance, and finally a pair of black sunglasses that completely obscured his bright eyes.

Fully armed, with almost nothing showing even their eyes.

This disguise is somewhat different from his usual way of going out, because he doesn't usually wear sunglasses when he goes out.

Then, he wore a black jacket, paired with dark jeans and black Doc Martens, making him look low-key and composed, without any of his usual brilliance.

After tidying up, Genkawa Yu walked to the bedroom door and gently pushed it open a crack.

He glanced at the sleeping Akane Kurokawa. The girl was still sleeping soundly. After all, she had been up until three o'clock last night. He wondered if she would fall asleep today when she went to work as a staff member for Mai Sakurajima.

After rubbing his wrists, Genkawa Yu gently closed the door and walked to the coffee table in the living room, leaving a note behind.

"Akane, I'm going to Mai's place today and I might not be back tonight. Call me if you need anything."

Since Akane Kurokawa clearly expressed her intention not to be jealous anymore yesterday, Yu Minakawa can now express it directly and honestly.

This is a good thing for everyone.

With a smile, Genkawa Yu placed the note on the coffee table, where Kurokawa Akane would be able to see it as soon as he woke up. Then he picked up the backpack placed by the door, gently closed the apartment door, and went out to take care of some business.

When I got downstairs, there were already a few pedestrians on the street, all walking hurriedly and wrapped their clothes tightly around themselves.

In winter, people head to their respective destinations, their faces showing a hint of weariness, but perhaps also anticipation for the new day.

At nine o'clock in the morning, the [Sakura no Umi] agency had already begun its busy day.

Although the firm isn't particularly large, it has over twenty employees who hurry between departments, each working diligently.

As a top female celebrity, Mai Sakurajima's schedule is always packed. 【Sakura no Umi】 Agency focuses on Mai Sakurajima's affairs alone, abandoning the cumbersome processes and constraints of large companies, and showing greater flexibility and efficiency.

Mai Sakurajima's manager is her mother, Sachiko Sakurajima, who is in her forties and has an elegant demeanor. She started as a manager and has now become a core decision-maker in her daughter's agency.