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

"It's not a big problem, is it..."

Genkawa Yu didn't immediately understand the girl's complicated thoughts. Besides, he was about to film a movie with Higuchi Enka, and Asakura Toru must have known about it too.

Then... there's no problem.

"Higuchi, if you don't want to, then forget it."

"No!"

Higuchi Madoka nodded firmly, a perfect idol smile on her face.

“I’m willing to appear on camera with Genkawa-kun so we can greet Toru together.”

"That's more like it."

Genkawa Yu took a deep breath, then pressed the answer button. After that, he held up his phone, adjusted the angle, and tried to make sure the camera was pointing at himself and Higuchi Enka.

“Tou... Good evening Yilin? 1 chess? dance (? nine) Si Jiu Ba.”

Seeing the other person's signature blue eyes, Genkawa Yu smiled slightly, while Asakura Toru saw Higuchi Enka sitting with her man through the screen.

Asakura Toru stared intently at Higuchi Enka, completely ignoring Genkawa Yu's smiling face.

"Higuchi... Good evening."

Volume 4 To the New World: Chapter 37 Filming Begins, Higuchi Enka's Eyes Filled with Affection (Two Chapters Combined, 5k words)

The moment the video call connected, Asakura's pretty face, expressionless, appeared on the screen.

She actually had a premonition.

When Higuchi Enka auditioned for "Seto Inland Sea", she won the role of Kimura Hanako. As a fellow actress, Higuchi Enka would inevitably have many opportunities to spend time with Genkawa Yu.

Many things don't need to be explained too clearly. As a childhood friend and teammate, Asakura Toru is able to sense some of Higuchi Enka's thoughts.

"Good evening, Asakura."

Higuchi Enka remained calm and greeted Asakura Toru over the phone.

"Good evening, Higuchi. What are you doing right now?"

"Oh, I was reading Genkawa-kun's new novel, so I've been here a little longer." Higuchi Enka didn't show any signs of losing her composure despite Asakura Toru's "eye pressure."

After the two girls chatted for a while, Genkawa Yu took the initiative to adjust the angle of his phone and point it at himself.

He is the one who can break the deadlock.

"Tou, why aren't you resting so late?"

Upon hearing Genkawa Yu's gentle voice, Asakura Toru's pretty face finally revealed a faint smile, and his tone softened considerably.

"I'm not sleepy yet, I plan to practice singing a bit more."

As she spoke, she gently brushed a stray hair behind her ear and said softly.

"I'm still envious of Yu, she can go out and play."

"Uh... I'm not going out to play."

Upon hearing this, Genkawa Yu smiled helplessly and gently shook his head.

"Don't be envious of me, this is not a holiday."

"I have to make movies and write new works at the same time. If this counts as a holiday, then I hope there will be fewer holidays like this."

However, on the other hand, it was indeed much easier for Genkawa Yu to come to Kanomori Island alone compared to when he was in Tokyo.

As the boss of [Star Engine], he has to handle all kinds of affairs, big and small, for the company on a daily basis, as well as his own various jobs.

Taking advantage of the opportunity to film "Seto Inland Sea," he handed over all the company's work to several senior executives and retreated to the tranquil Kanomori Island.

This can be considered a truly "leisurely" life.

Asakura Toru looked at his lover's expression and a hopeful smile appeared on his face.

"Yu, if you have any vacation time later, I'd like to come visit you."

She was different from the other girls; if we were to talk about who was the best at being straightforward, it would definitely be Asakura Toru.

"sure."

Yuan Chuanyou didn't hesitate or struggle; since everyone had agreed, they would deal with the situation as it came.

"it is good!"

Asakura Toru nodded vigorously, his eyebrows curving upwards, his eyes sparkling with a dazzling light.

"You can't go back on your word, Yu."

"of course."

After chatting for a while, Asakura Toru reluctantly hung up the phone, while Higuchi Enka was holding the manuscript of "I Am a Cat" in her hands with her head down.

She knew it was time for her to leave.

It's already quite late, and I need to turn on the computer tomorrow.

"How much of this have you seen, 樋倭liпg弍尔;盈伞O虾、·群·聊口?"

"I've only read part of it. Genkawa-kun's language is very clever, so I'm reading it rather slowly..."

"Oh, then you can take it back and take a look. I'm going to get some rest early tonight."

Genkawa Yu said with a smile, his tone so gentle it could melt anyone's heart.

He hadn't planned to continue writing today, because he had a lot to do. He needed to organize his thoughts and read the script for the film "Seto Inland Sea".

Although it's a low-budget art film, there are still many details to portray.

"Alright, Genkawa-kun, I'll head back to my room now."

Higuchi Enka held the manuscript in her arms as if it were a precious treasure.

"Okay, get some rest."

As their eyes met, Yuu could sense Madoka Higuchi's reluctance to part, but he couldn't leave a girl there any longer.

"Good night."

The next morning, just as dawn was breaking.

Yuan Chuan slowly opened his eyes, his eyes showing no sign of fatigue, but rather full of energy.

Outside the window, Kanomori Island has awakened, and the distant sea shimmers with a faint golden light, with waves gently lapping against the rocks on the shore.

Some fishermen have already gone out to sea, while others have begun to tidy up their fishing nets along the coast, marking the start of their day's work.

After a quick wash, Yuan Chuanyou picked up his backpack and left his room. After having breakfast on the first floor, he headed straight to the venue for today's opening ceremony.

The most important filming location for the movie "Seto Inland Sea" was next to an old street on the island. The old street was very quiet, with a small river running through it.

The steps by the river are the main filming area. Because of the filming, the area has been cleared in advance, and there are no passersby. Later, extras will be arranged to act as passersby so that he doesn't have to worry about the surrounding environment and can just focus on filming.

After walking along the winding path for about ten minutes, Genkawa Yu arrived at today's filming location.

There weren't many shops on the street, just a few small convenience stores and general stores, making it seem rather deserted—after all, it wasn't peak tourist season on Kanomori Island, so there were very few tourists, and since no news had been released about the filming, there weren't many people around.

At the end of the old street is a clear stream, with a row of neat stone steps beside it.

The tranquil and beautiful environment perfectly matches the atmosphere of the movie, no wonder the director chose to film here.

Genkawa walked slowly forward and found that the filming location had already been set up.

The staff were busy, and Higuchi Enka and Yamazaki Haruto had already arrived ahead of time.

Upon seeing Genkawa Yu, the two naturally greeted each other.

Good morning, Genkawa.

Good morning, Genkawa-kun.

Good morning to you all too.

Once the three lead actors with significant screen time arrived, the makeup artists noticed them and pulled them over to begin applying makeup and changing them into their costumes.

The makeshift dressing room was a simple tent with two dressing tables inside, on which various cosmetics and clothing were placed. Although simple, it was very clean.

The costume designer and makeup artist had a clear division of labor and quickly began to do their makeup and fix their clothes.

Because it's an art film, the makeup is very light, without much embellishment, just a simple touch-up to the skin tone.

Then I outlined his eyebrows and eyes to make Genkawa Yu's features look handsome and three-dimensional, which is more in line with the character setting of the top student, Utsumi So.

Then, the stylist brought out a set of high school uniforms.

The school uniform was a classic black Western-style uniform, with a white shirt underneath, a navy blue tie at the collar, navy blue suit trousers, and black leather shoes, a very simple and neat look.

Genkawa Yu changed into his school uniform, walked to the mirror, looked at himself in the mirror, and a smile appeared in his eyes.

Higuchi Enka, who was standing to the side, had already finished her makeup and changed into her school uniform.

Her makeup was also very light, with gentle eyebrows and eyes, and a light lip color, which made her look even more gentle.

The girl was wearing a high school uniform: a white shirt and a navy blue pleated skirt that reached her knees—a typical skirt length for a top student.

Furthermore, the character of Higuchi Madoka, [Kimura Hanako], is also accompanied by a scarf, which adds to the charm of the scene.

Haruto Yamazaki's appearance in his school uniform contrasts sharply with Yu Minakawa's.

He was also wearing a white shirt and navy blue suit trousers, but his tie was not properly tied; it was casually hanging at his collar, and two buttons on his shirt were undone.

Haruto Yamazaki wasn't wearing a jacket, just casually draped it over his arm, and his hair was permed. His eyes and brows were full of unruliness, perfectly embodying the character of Seto Kokichi, who appears unruly on the outside but is sensitive on the inside.

"Not bad, Genkawa, you really look like a top student in school."

Looking at Yu Genkawa's appearance after he was dressed up, Haruto Yamazaki did feel that he looked a lot like Utsumi So in the movie.

"Oh, right, and this too."

The makeup artist didn't forget the more important detail, and then brought out a pair of black non-prescription glasses.

"These glasses are also an important prop for the character design, Genkawa-san, why don't you try them on?"

"it is good."