I have bound two systems.

Around nine o'clock in the morning is the peak time for customers, so the store is a little crowded and noisy. The store clerks are busy selling products to the customers in front of them or maintaining order in the store, and they don't have the extra energy to take care of them.

But that’s okay.

"If you don't understand something, you can ask me. My family took me skiing several times when I was a kid, so I have some experience."

Yamada Ryo volunteered to recommend it.

Although this guy is usually quite unreliable, he becomes very reliable at some unexpected times and occasions. This contrast is quite puzzling.

However, although she had such a personality, there was not much water in what she said, so after a simple exchange of glances, everyone nodded and followed her obediently.

In fact, because of her wealthy family, Eriri often traveled abroad with her parents in the early years. She has actually mastered the skill of skiing, and because of her interest in exploring it, she has reached a proficient level.

But since Yamada Ryodo had said that first, she didn't need to speak any more and could just remain silent beside Qianli.

"Skiing can be divided into two types: single board and double board. The entry barriers are different, and the postures when skiing are also different. From my experience, single board is more difficult to get started, but once you gradually master it, you will be able to do it easily. Double board is easy to get started, but it is a bit difficult to master it to the point where you can do it at will..."

Ryo Yamada briefly shared his experience in choosing a skateboard with the others.

The Ijichi sisters, Ikuyo, and Ichiri, who didn't know what was going on, nodded as if they understood.

Kasumigaoka Utaha was half a body length behind them, and she and Eriri were at the back, following behind Suzumiya Chisato.

She covered her mouth with her hand and yawned lightly.

"You can go back if you want to sleep."

Ying Lili rolled her eyes at her. Ever since they got on the plane for this trip, she had disliked everything about this guy.

"Are you sick of taking medicine so early in the morning?"

Kasumigaoka felt puzzled by Eriri's undisguised impatience towards him.

But after a little thought, she came to a conclusion. She moved closer to the other person and whispered,

"Just because I didn't let you go first last night..."

"Are you a primitive man who only thinks about that kind of thing?"

Eriri quickly interrupted her.

The tone was very cold, but the expression was somewhat unable to hold back and turned towards a shy state.

"Ah!"

Kasumigaoka spat lightly and turned her face away, no longer paying any attention to this strange guy.

When doing those things, this blond idiot was obviously more sensitive and affectionate than her, and kept asking for love and kisses in a coquettish voice. Now that he put on his pants, he became tough and pretended to be aloof and indifferent.

Hypocritical or not.

The discord between the two of them was vaguely noticed by Chisato Suzumiya.

But he wasn't particularly worried. After all, this level of minor friction between the two of them was very common. He could just hug one of them and pat their butts at night and everything would be fine.

His current focus is still on the people who have finished the band.

While Yamada Ryo was explaining various common sense about skiing, he was also helping others choose various ski equipment.

They were having a great time.

However, during this period, they were troubled by the price of snow equipment. They kept comparing various styles but just couldn't make a decision.

After all, the prices of things like skis, goggles, and winter hats are a bit high in the professional ski equipment stores next to the ski resorts.

Whether it is the Ijichi sisters, or Kita Ikuyo and Goto Ichiri, none of them like to take advantage. If possible, they would certainly like to choose some styles with high cost performance.

This was the case even though Chisato Suzumiya repeatedly stated that there was no need to save him money.

Finally, Goto Ichiri's eyes lit up, and he pulled everyone to the area of ​​the store that contained merchandise left over from last season. The deadlock was finally broken.

Because they are out-of-season products, the prices are much more favorable, with the highest discount reaching 30%.

Now they don’t have to worry anymore, and everyone chooses their favorite style of snow equipment.

It was clearly an employee welfare trip initiated within the company, where employees could enjoy themselves as they pleased, but soon after it started, it was forcibly transformed into something similar to a family trip on a budget.

How to say it... Suzumiya Chisato looked at them happily discussing those affordable snow equipment, and she felt a sense of warmth or helplessness.

Considering the company's current income, he actually doesn't lack the money to buy snow equipment.

However, being thrifty and frugal is indeed a good quality, so there is no need to correct it. I can compensate them with food after skiing.

Finally, the three newbies, the Ijichi sisters and Kita Ikuyo, all chose double boards.

Chisato Suzumiya chose snowboarding just like Eriri because she thought it was cool.

Utaha Kasumigaoka did not make any choice. As a literary girl, she had little interest in various sports. After arriving at the ski resort, she was satisfied with taking some photos and feeling the general atmosphere of the ski resort.

However, her decision not to choose anything led Goto Ichiri to misunderstand that she was just like him and was afraid to try skiing.

So, with the purpose of building a good relationship with the other party and also with the idea of ​​not letting herself and her fit in the event and not appearing so bored and awkward, she mustered up all her courage, and painstakingly selected a thick, heavy sled that could accommodate two people sitting cross-legged on it at the same time, and came to her.

"Well... well, if you don't mind, Kasumigaoka-san will do the same as me later... use... use this."

Goto Ichiri spoke carefully.

Kasumigaoka Utaha could tell that she was quite nervous. When she said this, not only was her speech incoherent, she didn't even dare to look her in the eye.

It is actually quite rare for a timid person to take the initiative to make such an invitation.

But...

However, Kasumigaoka Utaha was staring at the ready-made sled in her hand, and her eyelids raised inadvertently.

Not only is it bright pink, but from a general perspective, isn't this a style designed specifically for children?

Actually let her sit here together...

Eriri pursed her lips tightly, as if she was trying hard to restrain something. Then, unable to help herself any longer, she turned her head and hid behind Chisato Suzumiya without making a sound.

Everyone else, including Suzumiya Chisato, was looking at Goto Ichiri and Kasumigaoka.

In this situation, Kasumigaoka Utaha felt that she seemed to have no other choice.

She is indeed a very principled person, and most of the time she won't force herself to do things she doesn't like or is unwilling to do.

For example, the editor in charge of her novels had advised her several times to change certain plots in her novels, but she always chose to stick to her own ideas. In the end, the explosive sales showed that her insistence on her own ideas was undoubtedly correct.

However, this principle does not apply to all situations.

Just like now.

If she rejected the invitation that Goto Ichiri had finally mustered up the courage to make in front of everyone.

She doesn't care what other people think of her.

However, the most important thing is Suzumiya Chisato...she just doesn't want him to be caught in the middle.

Kasumigaoka knew it. He cared a lot about Goto Ichiri and always hoped that they could have a good relationship, but for various reasons he had not taken any action for the time being.

And now, if I can agree to it and respond to the goodwill conveyed by Goto Ichiri, how many points will I get in Qianli's heart?

"Thank you, Goto-san. I'll be happy to give you my guidance later."

Kasumigaoka Utaha didn't pay attention to other people's reactions. She even ignored Goto Ichiri's surprised reaction and his continued stammering response. She just pretended to listen with a polite smile.

She paid her keenest attention and immediately observed the relief and joy on Suzumiya Chisato's face.

Full score!

Kasumigaoka Utaha raised the corners of her mouth complacently and made such an evaluation of herself.

She felt more and more that Ying Lili was not a big deal. What she said was very logical and sounded reasonable.

However, if she was a little more serious, it would be very easy to achieve this.

Now, I guess Qianli's favorability towards me has exceeded the original maximum value.

Let me think about it... Tonight, for Qianli, she will be one step ahead not only below, but also above.

And he is also required to extend the time indefinitely in the most gentle way. During this period, let Eriri wait by the side with her finger in her mouth.

Who made her give me such a bad face for no reason since early in the morning?

The only price I had to pay was to go sledding with Goto Ichiri a few times. When the time came, I would put on the mask and the hat on the back of my coat, so no one would recognize me and it wouldn't be too embarrassing.

At this point, except for one person, everyone has chosen their skis and is queuing at the checkout counter waiting to pay.

Ryo Yamada hadn't made up his mind yet and walked around the seasonal discount area for a long time before he finally made up his mind and prepared to take off the black board in front of him and pay for it.

At this moment, Chisato Suzumiya came from behind her, took the skateboard she had just taken down, and put it back in its place.

"President?"

Yamada Ryoshin looked at him in confusion.

"come over."

Suzumiya Chiriyi said briefly, and took her to the other side, in front of the expensive skateboard printed with EVA character peripherals.

"As soon as we walked in, I saw your eyes sparkling at the skateboards over here. It's obvious that you like them. In that case, you don't have to suppress yourself and cater to everyone else by picking styles that you don't like."

"..."

"Why are you still standing there? Hurry up and choose. Everyone has already made their choice and is paying. Now we are the only ones waiting for you."

"Oh."

Yamada Ryo shifted his gaze away from Chisato Suzumiya and placed his gaze on the joint skateboard in front of him.

She hesitated for a moment in front of several skateboards, and finally chose the one with "Ikari Gendo" printed on it.

"I say, you're not still saving money for me, are you?"

The skateboard she chose was the cheapest one here.

"No, Rei Ayanami and Asuka's skateboards are so pretty, I can't bear to step on them."

"I see, so it's totally fine to step on this old man, right?"

"Yes, without any psychological burden."

"I understand."

Chisato Suzumiya's next move made Yamada Ryo slowly open his eyes.

He took down the skateboards with the images of "Ayanami Rei" and "Asuka" printed on them one after another, waved to call over a clerk who was free, used his money power to call over the store manager who was sitting in the lounge, and unlocked the skateboard mailing service that did not exist in the store. He left Yamada Ryo's phone number and home address, and asked him to mail the two skateboards to his door.

Because of the power of money, this task was completed in a very short time, and there was no need to even queue up at the checkout counter.

After the clerk left, Yamada Ryo watched Chisato Suzumiya put away her wallet and was even unable to react.

"Don't just stand there, take your skateboard, we still have to go to the bar to pay for this."

"President..."

"kindness?"

"Why did you buy those two skateboards?"

"Don't you like it?"

"Yes, I like it very much."

"That's fine, if you like it, just buy it. Since you can't bear to step on it, it's also good to keep it at home as a collection."

"President..."

"what?"

"Why are you so nice to me?"

"There's no special reason. I just want to reward you. You've been participating in shows, performing live, and shooting endorsement ads recently. You should get some rewards for your hard work."

"Oh."

Yamada Ryo got the answer he wanted and nodded expressionlessly.

She followed behind Chisato Suzumiya, stroking the skateboard in her hand, and walked through the crowded crowd towards the cashier counter to meet up with others.

"President."

When Suzumiya Chisato heard Yamada Ryo's voice, she stopped this time because the corner of her clothes was tightly grasped by the other party.

"What's the matter?"

Yamada Ryo came closer, stretched out her hand to grab his ear, and forced him to tilt his head. At the same time, she also tiptoed and slowly approached.