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

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Asakura Toru gently shook his head, raised his eyes, looked at him again, and revealed a very faint but extremely sincere smile, even with a hint of relief.

"This letter is just to tell you that I hope Mr. Genkawa will have a smooth journey from now on, not be influenced by the outside world, and become the most dazzling person."

She finished reading.

The letter was not a battle cry, but rather a gentle farewell poem.

In her own unique way, Asakura Toru sensed his alienation and unattainability, and chose to leave in the most dignified and burden-free way.

"I know you won't choose me, and my own feelings for someone can't develop so quickly, but I still want to say..."

She paused, then her tone suddenly became lighter.

"Teacher Yuanchuan, I want to get closer to you. This is the purest and most sincere thing I want to say."

The girl reached out her hand, a smile spreading across her face.

This was a confession that didn't sound like a confession, but Yuu knew that Toru Asakura wasn't acting for the sake of the show; this was her true thought.

After she finished speaking, the scene fell silent, with only the sound of rain pattering down.

The barrage of comments had already started and was constantly scrolling through the screen.

Wow! Asakura-san is so brave!

I thought she wasn't the type to express herself easily, she's really amazing!

[I'll support Asahi forever!]

[Say yes! What are you waiting for?]

[Quickly, I'm telling you to say yes! Don't force me to kneel down and beg you!]

Genkawa Yu listened attentively to her words, gazing at the girl before him, raindrops sliding down his sharply defined cheeks.

A moment later, he bowed deeply and very solemnly to Asakura Toru.

"Thank you, Asakura-san."

"The scenery we've seen together and the peaceful moments we've shared are precious memories for me. I look forward to seeing you shine on a bigger stage in the future."

Genkawa Yu's response was gentle and dignified.

He explicitly rejected any romantic feelings that arose during the show, while also sincerely affirming her value and making a very sincere promise.

However, this impeccable response was undoubtedly a heavy blow to millions of viewers, especially those who were already deeply involved or simply wanted a happy ending.

Not to mention that comments about Genkawa Yu himself "playing with emotions" were still flooding the screen, so the next moment, the content of the comments exploded, even more intensely than before.

He refused?! He really refused?!

【Ahhh, Tou-chan is so nice! How could you refuse her?!】

【Yuu Genkawa, you have no heart.】

Was all that sweetness between him and Tou-chan just an act? I'm disgusted!

[He really is a scumbag who plays with people's feelings!]

Does being a writer give you the right to hurt other people's feelings like this?

[Unfollowed! Never reading his books again.]

I'm burning "Love Letters" when I get home today!

In addition, the "Qianyou" CP group was filled with wailing, as if the whole world had turned gray.

Just as the online discussions were still being updated, MEM took a deep breath, put on a bright smile again, and strode out.

She picked up an envelope with a cute rabbit pattern printed on it and walked up to Genkawa Yu without hesitation.

"Teacher Genkawa!"

Her voice, still full of energy, broke the heavy atmosphere.

"My letter isn't a confession! Don't feel pressured!"

The girl smiled and opened the letter, reading aloud.

"To me—Mr. Genkawa, my best amusement park companion."

"Thank you for making my day at Disneyland so much fun! You are such a reliable and fun friend!"

"I hope we can still hang out together after the show ends!"

"Of course, as good friends! I'll need your help with my outfit videos in the future!"

"above!"

She read it quickly and clearly, and even gave a cute wink at the end.

This completely unexpected, bright and cheerful "declaration of friendship" was like a ray of sunshine that temporarily dispelled the gloom and instantly eased the tense atmosphere.

Genkawa Yuya couldn't help but laugh, his previous cautiousness towards Asakura Toru turning into genuine ease.

"Of course, we're already good friends, MEM Chu-san. I'll be waiting for your call anytime."

Ah! My little angel, MEM!

[That's great! It's a close friend!]

This is so much better, it makes things so much easier!

【MEM啾 is such a little sun!】

So, Yuu Minakawa just doesn't like Tohru's type?

However, the relaxed situation was only temporary.

Everyone knows that the last, and most important, girl is about to make her appearance.

Akane Kurokawa stood still for a few seconds, and the rain seemed to fall even more heavily at that moment.

Upon seeing this, Director Aoyama immediately instructed through his earpiece: "The rain is getting heavier, everyone move to the glass pavilion next door and continue! Keep the camera on and make sure you get the sound!"

The staff acted quickly, and the members moved to the exquisite, transparent glass pavilion not far away.

The eaves of the pavilion kept out the rain, but the meandering water on the glass wall and the blurred rain scene outside created a more private and dramatic atmosphere.

All eyes of the audience were focused on Akane Kurokawa.

She looked exceptionally beautiful today; her long dress shimmered delicately under the soft light in the pavilion. Holding a plain, unadorned envelope, the girl walked steadily toward Genkawa Yu.

The pavilion was unusually quiet; the only sound was the patter of rain outside.

Akane Kurokawa raised her head and stared calmly at Yu Minakawa, but beneath that calmness, there seemed to be extremely complex emotions surging within.

"Genkawa-kun."

"Yes, Kurokawa."

Yu Minakawa wasn't feeling heavy-hearted, because she knew that Akane Kurokawa wasn't someone who acted on emotion. Since the two of them had already revealed his "special reason" for participating in the show, today's final episode should just be a simple unfolding.

Akane Kurokawa "confessed" to him, and then he rejected her.

Finally, the "werewolf" dialogue will be played to conclude this journey.

"I promised you before that I would always stand by your side and help you realize your dreams."

"But today I had two new ideas."

"They're fighting in my mind, and I can't decide which one to choose."

Akane Kurokawa's expression was somewhat strange, which immediately made Yu Minakawa tense up.

"Kurokawa, what are you going to say?"

"Wait a moment, let me read the letter first."

She opened the envelope, her voice different from Juliet on stage, and different from the absolute rationality she displayed during her daily analyses. It carried a deliberately controlled calmness, yet every word was clear.

"Mr. Genkawa, thank you so much for taking care of me during this time."

“We’ve known each other for a long time. From the cast of ‘49’ to the content of this program, we have many memories together.”

“I have benefited greatly from discussing the script with you, especially from working together on the rehearsals and performances of Romeo and Juliet, and have had many valuable reflections on this.”

Her gaze lowered slightly, landing on the letter, her thick eyelashes concealing her true emotions.

"You are a meticulous thinker with clear goals and an exceptionally bright personality."

“Every time I’m with you, I have an uncontrollable urge to explore.”

"Like a meticulously crafted drama, the plot is captivating, yet the whole story is not easily grasped."

This statement is almost straightforward, but she wrapped it up with very rational wording.

"This letter may not be able to fully express all my thoughts, but I hope you know that getting to know you and forming a special bond with you is one of the most important gains I made from participating in this program."

Akane Kurokawa raised her head again, her gaze fixed intently on him, as if making a final, silent confirmation.

"No matter what the future holds, I hope we can all achieve what we deserve on our chosen paths."

"However... on the road ahead, I hope you can always stay by my side."

"This is my deepest thought."

"This isn't a confession; it's my truest feeling."

"Kurokawa..."

Genkawa Yu was somewhat moved.

"Alright, I've finished explaining what's in the letter. The following content is not from the letter."

Akane Kurokawa paused for a moment, then spoke again.

"Genkawa-kun."

The girl suddenly reached out her hand, her fair skin glistening with water droplets, like beautiful porcelain.

Can I hold your hand?