In the anime, Ai Li's father really doesn't want to be a yellow-haired man

There was a moment when the two of them touched their foreheads while reading the script together...

Each one is imbued with the intimate magnetic field unique to lovers.

Finally, it stopped at a night scene: Mai stood on tiptoe to adjust his scarf, and his eyes, looking down, were gentler than the lights of Tokyo Tower behind him.

The TV suddenly started playing entertainment news, and Mai Sakurajima's clear voice pierced the still air: "Yes, we are in a serious relationship. Kozo-kun is more perfect than any male lead in any script."

The twilight outside the window had completely sunk in, leaving only the flickering light of the TV screen in the darkness.

Futaba hugged her knees and heard her own hoarse voice: "Can you... send me that photo?"

Chapter 128: Kato Megumi (Part 128): The Girl Bought by Money

Time is synchronized...

This was after Takashi San's relationship with Eriri and Mai had become a fait accompli. Meanwhile, the system's repair rate had reached nearly 100%...

Today, Tomoya is still in a heavy mood. He just came back from Eriri's call... He originally went to her with great expectations about the illustration requirements for the new script, but he didn't expect to get a cold response and a ruthless rejection.

Renye's steps were slow, and every step felt like stepping in mud, and his heart was filled with frustration.

He wandered aimlessly on the street with his head down, Eriri's words replaying in his mind...

Ren even began to doubt himself, wondering if he was too idealistic, if he wasn't suited to this project at all. His mood plummeted to the bottom, and even the hustle and bustle around him seemed distant and blurred.

Just when he was about to be overwhelmed by negative emotions, his phone vibrated. He looked down and saw a message from Kato Megumi: "Ryouya, where are you? Do you want to have a cup of coffee together?"

Lun hesitated for a moment, but finally replied, "Okay."

Not long after, he saw Hui at the coffee shop he often visited. She was as quiet as ever, with a faint smile on her face, as if everything was under control. Lun also sat across from her, forcing a smile, but the loss in his eyes could not be concealed.

"What's wrong? You look like you're in a bad mood." Hui asked softly.

Renye sighed and told Kei everything that had happened at Eriri's place. He spoke slowly, his tone filled with resignation and self-doubt. Kei listened quietly, not interrupting him, only nodding occasionally to show that she was listening attentively.

After Renye finished speaking, Hui took a sip of coffee, then put down the cup and looked at him gently: "Renye, you know what? I actually think your idea is very interesting."

"Interesting?" Lun also raised his head in surprise.

"Yeah," Kei nodded. "It might be a little idealistic, but it's this idealism that makes our plan special. Eriri...maybe she's just too serious, so she expressed her opinions so directly. But that doesn't mean your ideas are wrong."

"But...if even Eriri doesn't think it's okay, then there might really be a problem." Renye said in a low voice, still with a hint of uncertainty in his tone.

Hui smiled slightly and shook her head. "Renye, have you forgotten? We are a team. Everyone has their own ideas and styles, but that doesn't mean anyone is right or wrong. What's important is how we combine these different ideas to create something that is our own."

"You're right..." Ren took a deep breath, his eyes gradually becoming firmer. "I can't give up just because of one setback. Our plan has just begun, and there are still many possibilities waiting for us to explore."

Hui looked at him, "This is the Tomoya I know."

Lun also smiled, and the haze in his heart was swept away.

"Thank you, Hui." Lunye said sincerely.

Hui shook her head slightly, a faint smile on her lips: "You're welcome. We are partners, aren't we?"

Ren nodded as well.

With Hui's encouragement, Lun also regained his confidence.

With Kato Megumi's comfort, Tomoya's mood gradually brightened. He took a deep breath, as if expelling all his worries, and his eyes rekindled with fighting spirit. "I feel much better. Next, I plan to go to Kasumigaoka-senpai to discuss the script."

Hui nodded gently, with that faint smile still on her face: "Well, come on, Renye. I believe you can do it."

Renye's steps became much lighter. Hui watched him leave until his back disappeared around the corner of the street, then she picked up her bag and went home.

After returning home, Hui headed straight for the bathroom. Warm water poured down from her head, washing away the day's fatigue. She closed her eyes, letting the water glide over her skin, her mind involuntarily recounting everything that had happened that day. The corners of her mouth curled up slightly, and she murmured softly, "Today went well, too..."

After taking a shower, Hui changed into comfortable pajamas and walked into her room.

She picked up her phone, slid her fingertips across the screen, and found the familiar contact... Yukinoshita.

Hui hesitated for a moment, but quickly made up her mind and edited the information:

Hui: I've done what you asked. Let's meet tomorrow.

After sending the message, Hui held the phone tightly in her hand, and unconsciously covered her chest with her hands.

Her heartbeat quickened slightly, a faint blush appeared on her face, and her eyes held a hint of anticipation, as if tomorrow's meeting was of great significance to her.

"What will happen tomorrow?" Hui whispered to herself, her smile growing even wider. She placed her phone on the bedside table, lay down on the bed, closed her eyes, and began to imagine tomorrow's scene in her mind.

The morning sun shines into the room through the gaps in the curtains...

Kato Megumi woke up early. She opened her eyes, looked at the ceiling, and a faint smile unconsciously appeared on the corner of her mouth. Today was a special day for her, and she decided to dress up nicely.

Hui took out the beautiful dress that Renye had once given her from the closet, gently stroked the soft fabric, and a trace of nostalgia flashed in her eyes.

It was a light-colored dress with a red top. The design was simple yet sophisticated, and it looked particularly lovely on her. She carefully adjusted the hem of her dress and combed her hair in front of the mirror, making sure every strand was just right.

She looked in the mirror, with regular features and delicate skin. Although she didn't have that kind of stunning beauty, she had a unique kind of elegance... She was neither tall nor short, with a well-proportioned figure and soft curves. She didn't look too thin, nor did she have any excess fat.

"This should be fine..." Hui gave a faint smile to the mirror.

Arriving at the agreed location, Hui stood quietly under a tree, the breeze gently ruffling her hair. Her eyes occasionally glanced into the distance, as if waiting for something.

Not long after, the handsome boy appeared in her sight.

Takashi San walked up to Hui and smiled slightly: "Hui, you are here."

Kei nodded, that faint smile still on her face, "Well, Yukinoshita-kun, good morning."

Takashi's gaze lingered on her for a moment, "You look beautiful today."

"Thank you." Hui's face flushed slightly, and she lowered her head and said softly.

As they walked side by side along the park path, Kei began to report yesterday's events to Kozo. Her voice was soft and calm, without a trace of emotion in her tone: "Yesterday, Ren went to Eriri to discuss illustrations, but was rejected. He was very upset, so I went to comfort him, as you asked. Afterwards, he cheered up and decided to go to Kasumigaoka-senpai to discuss the script."

Takashi San listened quietly, nodding occasionally. When Hui finished speaking, the corners of his mouth raised, "Well done, Hui. You really didn't let me down."

Hui raised her head, looked into Takashi's eyes, and asked softly, "Is this... really okay?"

Xiao San smiled, took out a bank card from his pocket and handed it to Hui: "This is what you deserve. I will inform you if there is anything else next."

In a highly developed commodity society, possession of currency is equivalent to the possession of all goods on the market. Money = material goods. There's nothing money can't buy; as long as you make a demand, someone will provide the goods to fulfill it. If you have enough currency, you can exchange it for the physical goods you desire...building industries, assembling armies, scientific research, bribing officials—this is the power of money.

Although Takashi San still restrains himself from using Kotoamatsukami to control other people's minds, but... he has become very good at using the power of money.

Hui took the bank card, her fingers trembling slightly. Her emotions were mixed, but she quickly regained her composure. She carefully put the card away and nodded, "I understand."

Xiao San looked at her with a deep look in his eyes: "Mei, you have always been very smart. I believe that you will make the most correct choice."

Hui didn't answer. Her gaze wandered off into the distance, as if lost in thought. A gentle breeze brushed through her hair, bringing a cool breeze. Her gaze remained calm, but deep within her heart, ripples welled up.

"Takashi San, I heard... that you are dating that big star (Sakurajima Mai) recently, is it true?" Hui asked.

Xiao San was slightly taken aback, as if he hadn't expected Hui to ask this out of the blue. But he quickly regained his composure and nodded, saying calmly, "Yes, we are. We are indeed dating."

Hui still wore that faint smile; the news had no particular impact on her. But inside, she felt a mixture of emotions, like a bottle of seasoning had been spilled... a mixture of sweet, sour, bitter, and spicy.

"Really? Congratulations." Hui said softly.

Takashi San said, "Thank you."

Hui nodded, her eyes slightly lowered, as if she was thinking about something. After a while, she raised her head and said, "Then... Yukinoshita-kun, do you think she is pretty?"

Takashi San raised an eyebrow, seeming a bit surprised by the question. But he quickly smiled, a hint of teasing in his tone, "Of course she's beautiful. She's a national idol, both in appearance and temperament, she's impeccable."

Hui listened quietly and murmured, "Yes...she is indeed very beautiful."

Xiao San smiled and said nothing more. He checked the time and said in a relaxed tone, "It's getting late. I have something else to do. I'll be leaving now. Let's talk next time."

Hui nodded and said softly, "Well, goodbye, Xiao Sanjun."

Xiao San turned and left, his back gradually disappearing at the end of the street. Hui stood there, watching him leave, and only sighed when his figure was completely out of sight.

She had mixed feelings...

Although his face remained calm, he had an indescribable feeling deep down in his heart.

She knew that her feelings for Kozo were not pure, but she had never shown it. And now that Kozo already had a girlfriend like Sakurajima Mai, she could no longer have any extravagant hopes.

"It's really beautiful." Hui whispered to herself.

Hui shook her head, pushing back her complex emotions. "What should I do next?"

At night, Hui stood in front of the bathroom mirror and took off her clothes.

Warm water flowed from the shower head, sliding down her hair and flowing over her delicate skin. She closed her eyes and let the water wash over her body, as if wanting to wash away the day's fatigue and the distracting thoughts in her heart.

However, Hui's thoughts involuntarily returned to the conversation with Kouzo that day. 'Sakurajima Mai...' Her name was like a tiny thorn, gently piercing Hui's heart.

Although it didn't hurt, she couldn't ignore it. She recalled the slightly smug look on Takashi San's face when he mentioned Mai, and a complex emotion welled up in her heart.

"A national idol, impeccable looks and temperament..." Hui murmured softly, her voice drowned out by the sound of water. Her fingers gently ran over her arm, feeling the warmth of the water, but a sense of emptiness welled up inside her.

She knew that she was not a stunning beauty... Although she had regular features, delicate skin, and a well-proportioned figure, there was obviously a world of difference compared to stars like Sakurajima Mai.

"What am I thinking..." Hui smiled self-deprecatingly and reached out to turn off the shower.

After rinsing, Hui soaked herself in the bathtub.

The warm water enveloped her body, bringing a comfortable sense of relaxation.

She leaned against the edge of the bathtub, looking up at the ceiling, her eyes somewhat vacant. A few faint bubbles floated on the surface of the water, reflecting the soft light of the bathroom, making it look particularly peaceful.

Hui's mind was still replaying the day's events. Kozo's smile, his words, the bank card he handed her... everything played over and over in her mind like a movie clip. Hui knew that her relationship with Kozo was not pure, but she had never considered disturbing this balance.

"This is too much trouble. I'd rather stay like before," Hui muttered to herself. She leaned her head against the edge of the tub and closed her eyes. The warm water made her feel relaxed, but her thoughts were still in a state of confusion.

She soaked for a while, until the water gradually cooled, then she got up from the tub... gently dried herself with a towel, and changed into clean pajamas. When she walked out of the bathroom, her face had returned to its usual smile.

Hui returned to her room, sat on the edge of her bed, and glanced at her phone. Aside from Tomoya's chatter, there were no new messages on the screen. She sighed softly, set her phone aside, and lay down, pulling the covers over herself and closing her eyes.

The night was deep, and the moonlight poured into the room through the gaps in the curtains, shining on Hui's peaceful sleeping face... Her breathing was steady, as if all her worries had dissipated in her dreams.

However......

Deep in her heart, those unspoken emotions were still quietly surging.

Chapter 129:129 War of Words: Sakurajima Mai VS Hayasaka Ai

On the TV screen, Sakurajima Mai smiled brightly, her long, jet-black hair gleaming in the spotlight. Her fingers gently stroked the receiver, her voice uncannily sweet. "Mr. Kozo is a very special person. He likes me to date other people so he can be my lover."

Hehua sat on the sofa, her eyes filled with shock. She dug her fingers deep into her palms and murmured, "This scumbag..."

Mai on TV continued, "This should be considered a task given to me by the master, right?" She had a bright smile on her face.

"That bastard put something in my sister..." Hehua muttered, anger flashing in her eyes. She had long suspected that Takashi was not a good person... My sister trusted him so much, yet he always flirted with her, even toying with her feelings behind her back. Now, he actually let my sister say such things in public. It was simply unreasonable.

She stood up suddenly, turned off the TV, and felt annoyed.

How could my sister be so stupid?

It was obvious that the bastard didn't care about her at all, but she still kept defending him.

The more Hehua thought about it, the angrier she became. She wanted to rush to Xiaosan and slap him hard.

Meanwhile, in Takashi San's office...

Takashi sat at his desk, his face covered with one hand, his brow furrowed. The TV interview had spread all over the internet, instantly propelling him to the forefront of public opinion. He hadn't expected Mai to say those words so directly, and he hadn't expected the situation to escalate so quickly.

"This is really troublesome." Xiaosan muttered to himself.

"Hey, isn't this our section chief?" Ji Ye's voice came from the side, with a hint of teasing and jealousy. She leaned against her desk, arms folded across her chest, and looked at him playfully. "I didn't expect you to have such a hobby, to like to seduce other people's lovers? It's really eye-opening."

Takashi raised his head, glanced at her, and said in a tired tone, "Stop joking, Himeno. I'm not in the mood right now."

"Not in the mood?" Ji Ye chuckled, a hint of sourness in his tone. "I see you're enjoying it. Miss Mai was praising you generously on TV. Why, are you worried now?"

Xiaosan didn't answer, but just sighed and lowered his head again.

The office fell into a brief silence, with only the sound of the wind outside the window. Takashi San's mind kept replaying the interview with Mai, and he felt a surge of irritation. He knew that if this matter wasn't resolved quickly, it would be very troublesome.

As the night deepened, the moonlight from outside the window poured into the room. Mai snuggled in Xiaosan's arms, her head resting lightly on his shoulder, her fingers unconsciously drawing circles on his chest.

"Takashi, don't you really want to consider Kazuka? She's actually very cute, just a little stubborn." Mai raised her head with expectation in her eyes, trying to persuade him.

Xiao San frowned slightly...

He didn't want to dwell on this topic any further.

He knew that Hehua had great hostility towards him, even disgust.

"Mai, you know, Kazuka has some misunderstandings about me. Between us..." Takashi San said in a tactful tone, trying to change the subject.

"Misunderstanding?" Mai raised an eyebrow and pinched his arm lightly with her fingers. The force was not strong, but it carried a hint of warning. "You are not trying to escape, are you? Hehua is my sister. If you really care about me, you should try to get along with her."

Feeling a slight pain in his arm, Takashi looked down at Mai. She had a smile on her face, but it was a fake one.