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

"no problem."

Genkawa Yu nodded. According to the original plan, his discussion with Director Aoyama at the hotel about the theme of the show and "werewolf" would be released at the end of the show.

Using a live streaming format will only amplify the buzz.

"It will definitely be very lively then."

Stepping out of the room, Genkawa Yu glanced at the group chat he had joined earlier, 【Emerging Writers Tokyo Branch!】, where several writer friends he was on good terms with expressed their willingness to speak up for him.

Asada Mai: "Mr. Genkawa, I just asked around, and that writer who keeps writing articles to smear you is deliberately attacking you! He has no grudge against you, it's simply outrageous!"

Kaoru Sasaki: "Mr. Genkawa, should we put forward a joint statement? Do you really think there's no one left in the literary world?"

Mystery writer Miyamoto Miyuki's words also carried a hint of confidence, after all, she is a veteran in the literary world and has many friends.

"@Yuu Genkawa, Mr. Genkawa, I believe this is an attack specifically targeting you. If you need help, I can use my connections to deal with it."

Genkawa Yu smiled slightly and typed a reply.

"Thank you all for your concern, I appreciate it, but it's not necessary for now."

"Everyone can wait a little longer. These controversies will subside immediately after the show ends. There's no need to trouble everyone to stand up for me."

"After everything is over, I will make a special trip to thank everyone."

"Thank you again."

Genkawa Yu declined the literary community's offer of support.

The group of writers fell silent for a moment. Although they didn't understand his intention, they quickly expressed their respect for his decision.

Putting down his phone, Yuan Chuanyou walked to the window and looked at the gray sky in the distance.

He knew his friends meant well, but he was even more aware that the essence of this storm was a power struggle, not a simple media frenzy.

At 11 p.m., Yuan Chuanyu, who was about to rest, received another call from an acquaintance.

The name flashing on the screen was Sakurajima Mai.

Genkawa Yu took a deep breath, answered the phone, and his tone was more serious than before, though barely perceptible.

Good evening, Sakurajima-san.

Mai Sakurajima's clear yet concerned voice came from the other end of the phone.

"Mr. Genkawa, have you offended someone again?"

It's in Sakurajima Mai's style. As a veteran in the entertainment industry, she naturally understands that the controversy on the internet this time cannot be entirely caused by the program itself.

A warm feeling welled up in Yuan Chuanyou's heart, and he responded with a smile.

"Sakurajima-san is really perceptive, but I've already thought of a solution to this, so don't worry about me."

"Who's worried about you..."

Mai Sakurajima gripped her phone tightly, her tone carrying a familiar hint of arrogance.

"Didn't you say you were going to audition for the male lead in 'Alice in the Land of the Dying'? What if this whole mess ruins your career..."

"Don't worry, Sakurajima-san, I'll be at the audition on time."

Knowing that the other party meant well, Yuu Minakawa quickly added.

"I'm really looking forward to acting opposite Sakurajima-san."

Although Mai Sakurajima was very worried about him, after going through the blacklisting incident with Jenny Agency together, she was able to judge Yu Genkawa's heart by his attitude.

Since he still spoke in a calm and nonchalant tone, it meant that the other party was confident in handling this incident.

He is no longer the young actor who just debuted.

A rising star writer who penned the nationally popular novel "Love Letter," a variety show sensation, and a key figure in his agency.

These titles combined gave Mai Sakurajima a lot of confidence in Yu Genkawa.

However, what she didn't know was that the other party had actually gotten involved in the succession struggle of the largest entertainment agency.

"In that case, I'll wait until you've finished dealing with these matters."

"Of course, remember to rest early, Sakurajima-san."

"OK, good night."

Although the storm of public opinion surrounding Yu Genkawa is still raging, thanks to the efforts of the director and production team, the interior of the villa in "Love is a Required Course in Life" seems to be isolated by an invisible barrier, and the atmosphere is quite good.

The final date arrived at its usual pace, unhurried and leisurely.

Director Aoyama walked into the living room and personally announced the final rules of the date.

This time, the previous planning model was abandoned, and a more direct "blind selection" method was adopted, which also tested tacit understanding and intuition.

"Ladies and gentlemen, for this final date, we will be using the 'heartbeat matching' rule."

Director Aoyama explained slowly.

"The girls will take turns speaking to three men in the 'Heartfelt Voices' room next door, using a voice-changing microphone. The men's voices will be echoed, making it impossible to identify who is who."

"Boys also can't distinguish girls' voices. Each girl can ask all the boys a question and choose one she wants to date based on their answers."

"Boys in the room, each of you has three chances to answer questions. After the question-and-answer session, the boys will also have to guess who the other person is by asking questions, and then choose a girl they like."

"Only when both parties successfully select each other can they form the final dating group."

The rules were announced, and the six people in the hall had different expressions. These rules undoubtedly increased the variables and difficulty, but also added a touch of fateful romance.

"Let's get started then. I think everyone agrees, right?"

"can."

Everyone nodded, and then the three boys entered a special room with a white sofa. Genkawa Yu sat in the middle, while Kumano Nobuyuki and Morimoto Kengo sat on either side.

MEM啾 was the first girl to enter the "Heartfelt Voices Hut".

Her voice, after being altered, had a strange, electronically synthesized quality, but the liveliness in her tone was still evident.

"My question is... what would you do if unexpected trouble arose during a date, such as it suddenly raining or the activity being closed?"

Kumano answered first, "I'll immediately look for nearby indoor attractions or cafes; I definitely won't let the date fall flat!"

Kengo Morimoto thought for a moment, then replied, "I'll ask for their opinion. If they want to continue exploring here, we can wait for the rain to stop together."

Genkawa Yu already knew that the other party was MEM Chuo, so he simply replied with a sentence.

"Unexpected situations are normal. I will ask the other person's wishes. If we really can't continue dating, going home together is also a good option."

After listening to the three answers, MEM paused to think for a while before finally speaking softly.

"I...give up the choice."

This result caused an uproar among the film crew nearby.

However, Director Aoyama was not surprised by this result. He knew that the other party was a very smart girl who came here to improve her YouTuber career.

Moreover, since Genkawa Yu had already revealed his preference for the last date, MEM Chu naturally wouldn't interfere.

Next up is Asakura Toru.

Her question, sung through a voice changer, sounded even more elusive and ambiguous: "What comes to mind when you hear the word 'forever'?"

Upon hearing this question, the three boys in the room had already guessed who the other person was.

Having spent some time getting to know each other, Nobuyuki Kumano already knew Asakura Toru's inner thoughts, so he calmly replied, "When I think of forever, I think of promises and responsibilities."

Kengo Morimoto also understood the situation. He wasn't there to talk about love, so he remained calm.

"When I think of eternity, I think of classic musical works that have survived countless years and are still passed down through the ages."

Genkawa Yu remained silent for a longer time before slowly speaking.

"When I think of eternity, I think of the human heart, like some kind of special power that makes people more determined to do something."

Asakura Toru listened quietly for a long time before softly saying, "I also give up my choice."

Her decision to give up carried a detached air of knowing everything.

She knew that one person was destined to come for another, and she did not want to be any unplanned variable.

Finally, it was Akane Kurokawa's turn.

Inside the "Heartfelt Hut," even through the voice changer, Akane Kurokawa's questions were very unique, as if they were tailor-made for someone.

What is your favorite season?

The three men in the room were stunned when the question was asked.

Nobuyuki Kumano looked a little confused, but after thinking for a moment, he answered directly, "I like summer."

Kengo Morimoto followed behind him and also expressed his love for summer.

Only Minakawa Yu was able to immediately identify the other party's identity, because Kurokawa Akane had often mentioned this issue when they ate at his house before.

That winter-themed modeling job was proof that their relationship had progressed further, and it was also a special bond that belonged only to the two of them.

I like winter.

In the adjacent Heartfelt Hut, Akane Kurokawa finally breathed a sigh of relief. Her eyes reddened slightly, and her heart was filled with endless emotions.

it's him.

There is no need for any further hesitation.

"I choose..."

Her voice carried an undeniable certainty, "Answer to the one who lives in winter."

Meanwhile, inside the room, Genkawa Yu also expressed his preferences to the staff member next to him.

He chose the last person to ask a question.

A two-way selection process has been established.

Ten minutes later, the six people were brought back to the hall, and the director announced the final pairing results.

Yu Minakawa and Akane Kurokawa successfully teamed up for their final date.