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

Mai Sakurajima quickly followed, her tone also carrying a smile.

"I'm going to keep you by my side and torture you properly!"

"...OK."

Volume 4 To the New World: Chapter 25 Mai Sakurajima: So what if I'm playing fancy tricks? (2-in-1 5k)

After the advertisement shoot was completed, the staff went about their respective tasks, cleaning up the set.

Mai Sakurajima's lounge.

Although Genkawa Yu ordered takeout, Sakurajima Mai only ate a little bit, as she still needed to manage her figure.

As a national-level actress, Mai Sakurajima's schedule is always packed.

Normally, she spends the whole day either on set or participating in various commercial activities and interviews. It's extremely rare for her to finish most of her work by 7 or 8 pm like today.

What other work is there after this?

Genkawa asked a question, glancing at the girl who was removing her makeup.

"There's still an interview left.

"it is good."

Genkawa Yu checked the time. Actually, interview work is usually time-controlled. If all goes well, he should be able to finish before 10 o'clock today.

"Are you sure you're only going to eat a few bites, Mai? What if you get hungry tonight?"

"That's something you, as the assistant, need to consider," Mai Sakurajima said deliberately, winking.

"Then I'll go prepare some food for you."

"uh-huh?"

The two smiled at each other, and a faint warmth filled the air.

Although they were on a busy film set, surrounded by the footsteps and conversations of the crew, it felt like a little world just for the two of them.

After a while, Sato Yuki hurriedly walked into the dressing room and said to Sakurajima Mai.

"Sakurajima-san, the interview is all ready. We can set off now."

"it is good."

Mai Sakurajima took a deep breath, adjusted her demeanor, and replaced the gentleness in her eyes with professional composure.

She always gives 100% to her work.

Genkawa Yuya quickly got up and followed behind her, still playing the role of her assistant.

The interview location wasn't far; it only took about ten minutes by car to get there. Mai Sakurajima was then guided by staff to the interview room.

The walls of the room were a light beige. In the center was a rectangular table with a microphone, recording equipment, and several bottles of mineral water. On either side of the table were two chairs, one for Mai Sakurajima and the other for the interview host.

In the corner of the room, several staff members were standing, some adjusting the recording equipment, others arranging the lighting angles. Everything was prepared in an orderly manner, showing that the other party attached great importance to this interview.

After Mai Sakurajima entered the room, the staff members greeted her warmly.

Good evening, Sakurajima-san.

Good evening, everyone. I look forward to your guidance today.

"Thank you for your hard work, Sakurajima-san."

The person in charge at the scene wore a respectful smile. She was a middle-aged woman dressed in a smart business suit. As the chief planner of today's event, she wanted to ensure that every aspect went smoothly.

After entering the interview room, Genkawa Yu stood next to the wall in the corner of the room.

Just then, he suddenly remembered his conversation with Mai Sakurajima. No matter what, even if the interview could be completed in two hours, Mai Sakurajima would definitely feel hungry.

Many celebrities are prone to stomach problems because they are too busy with work and cannot eat regularly.

"We still need to prepare some food for her."

A thought struck Yu Minakawa, and he quietly turned and left the interview room, heading towards the exit of the film set.

He planned to go to a nearby convenience store to buy some warm food and drinks so that Mai Sakurajima could replenish her energy during the interview breaks.

He remembered that Mai Sakurajima's favorite food was whole wheat bread, because it wouldn't affect her figure and could also relieve her hunger.

At the exit of the film set, many staff members were taking advantage of their breaks to buy food or smoke and relax.

Wearing a mask, hat, and sunglasses, Yuu Minakawa blended into the crowd without attracting any attention. After all, there were quite a few staff members in uniform on set, and no one would pay special attention to an inconspicuous assistant.

He strode out of the film set and walked along the neon lights of the street toward the convenience store not far away.

The streets at night are brightly lit by shops on both sides, and the convenience store signs stand out in the darkness, like warm lamps guiding passersby.

As you enter the convenience store, the staff greet you warmly.

Welcome!

Genkawa Yu nodded slightly without saying a word and walked straight to the shelf. His eyes quickly scanned the products on the shelf and soon found the whole wheat bread that Sakurajima Mai liked, as well as pure milk.

He picked up two bags of whole wheat bread and two bottles of milk, walked to the cashier, and said to the clerk.

"Could you please heat up the milk? Thank you."

"Okay, please wait a moment."

The clerk nodded and heated the milk with practiced speed and efficiency.

While waiting for the milk to heat up, Yuan Chuanyu thought for a moment. The interview might continue for a while, and if he took the bread and milk back directly, they would get cold in no time.

Mai Sakurajima's stomach might feel even more uncomfortable after eating something cold.

So he asked, "Does the store have insulated boxes?"

The clerk was taken aback for a moment, but quickly realized that the convenience store had a wide variety of products, so they actually did have it.

After a while, the shop assistant brought over a small, portable insulated box.

"You can take a look at this; it's Zhongxi's new automatic heating and insulation model," the sales clerk said hesitantly after glancing at Yuan Chuanyou's attire. "However, it might be a bit pricey."

"It's okay, as long as it keeps the temperature warm."

Genkawa Yu took his wallet out of his pocket, and the shop assistant was completely dumbfounded.

She initially thought the other person was just a staff member from a nearby film set.

After all, there are many photography studios nearby, and the shop assistants have seen many people wearing staff uniforms come to buy things.

He assumed that Yuu Minakawa, who had come over, was the same, but when he opened his wallet, he was surprised to find a thick stack of Fukuzawa Yukichi's banknotes!

A quick glance revealed at least 100 million yen in cash!

"hiss..."

"How much is it in total? Let's calculate it."

"...Uh, okay!"

After paying, Yuan Chuanyou carried the insulated box in his arms and returned to the door of the interview room.

The interview hadn't officially started yet. Mai Sakurajima was sitting in a chair, holding an interview script in her hand, occasionally exchanging a few words in hushed tones with the host who had already arrived.

This is standard practice for interviews.

If it's described as a last-minute interview, then it definitely wasn't a last-minute visit.

Generally, both sides need to discuss in advance what questions can be asked and what questions cannot be asked.

The staff in the room were making final preparations, and everything was proceeding smoothly.

Yuu Minakawa remained leaning against the doorframe. He found a shoulder bag, placed the insulated box inside, and quietly fixed his gaze on Mai Sakurajima.

Just then, a light footstep sound came from behind.

Genkawa Yu subconsciously looked up and saw a tall, handsome young man walk into the interview room.

When he saw the man's face, a clear look of surprise flashed across Genkawa Yu's eyes.

Zhou Fangfal?

After the box office battle ended, Suoh Shun officially inherited the position of successor of the "Burning Series" and began to take full control of all aspects of the series, becoming a pivotal figure in the Japanese entertainment industry.

Yu Genkawa has now begun to adjust his approach, and he intends to keep his distance from Suoh Hayabusa.

After all, Star Engine is also developing rapidly, and many of its businesses are direct competitors to the Burning series.

The business world is like a battlefield, and the entertainment industry is even more so.

Just as Genkawa Yu was deep in thought, Suo Shun had already entered the interview room.

At this moment, Mai Sakurajima also noticed the arrival of Hayato Suo. She raised her head slightly and gave a polite smile.

"Good evening, Suoh-san."

"Hello, Sakurajima-san."

Suo Shun nodded slightly to Sakurajima Mai. He already knew about the relationship between Sakurajima Mai and Genkawa Yu, so he was very polite to Sakurajima Mai.

Genkawa Yu stood at the door, listening quietly to their conversation, and suddenly realized what was going on.

It turns out that the production company behind the TV series invested in by Mai Sakurajima is Ran-se, which means that today's interview was actually arranged by Ran-se to promote the TV series.

Suo Hayato was only here to check on the preparations for the interview and to ensure everything went smoothly.

After exchanging a few pleasantries, the interview was about to begin.

Suo Hayato didn't linger any longer, simply nodding to Sakurajima Mai and saying...

"Sakurajima-san, please continue with your interview. I'll just take a quick look around the set and then I won't bother you any longer."

"Alright, President Suoh, please make yourself at home."

After leaving the studio, Suoh Shun casually glanced around the film set.

The staff on set were quite reserved when Suo Shun arrived, after all, he was the big boss who held life and death in his hands.

"Hello, President Suo."

Suoh Shun nodded slightly, without saying much, but his gaze continued to sweep across the set, his expression calm and serious.

Soon, his gaze fell on Genkawa Yu standing at the door of the interview room.