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

Takashi San gently held her hand, his tone firm, "Ichika, this world isn't always fair. But I will do my best to protect you and keep you from getting hurt."

Ichika felt a warmth in her heart, but at the same time she was also full of contradictions.

Should I believe it?

Or should I...

But the sweet words and tangible benefits from the handsome and wealthy man have forced Yihua to make a choice.

Even if Yukinoshita had cheated on her, in the end, all she had lost was her chastity, right? She had already enjoyed it. And she had received tenfold, a hundredfold, of the benefits in return.

"Yukinoshita-kun, I..." Ichika's voice trembled a little, and tears glistened in her eyes.

Takashi San gently stroked the back of her hand, his tone gentle: "Ichika, you don't have to answer me right away. I will wait for you, until you truly accept me."

In the backstage lounge on the set...

Ichika sat in front of her makeup mirror, sipping a cup of warm water. Her face still wore a hint of fatigue, but her eyes sparkled with excitement. Filming had been going smoothly these past few days, and her performance had earned the director's approval... Achieving both career and love brought her immense satisfaction.

Just then, there was a gentle knock on the lounge door. A backstage staff member poked his head out and said respectfully, "Miss Ichika, someone's looking for you outside."

Ichika raised her head and asked in confusion, "Who is it?"

The staff member smiled and replied, "It's a pretty high school girl wearing sunglasses who insisted on meeting you. She must be your fan."

Upon hearing this, Ichika's face immediately lit up with joy. As a relatively unknown actress, she had always cherished interacting with her fans, especially those who supported and encouraged her. She nodded and said cheerfully, "Okay, please invite her in."

The staff nodded and turned to leave.

After a while, the door was pushed open again, and a tall girl wearing sunglasses walked in.

She has an outstanding temperament, and even if most of her face is covered, you can still feel her unique charm.

Ichika stood up and greeted him with a smile, "Hello, I'm Nakano Ichika. Thank you for liking my work."

The girl didn't respond immediately. Instead, she slowly removed her sunglasses, revealing a delicate, almost perfect face. Her eyes were as bright as the stars, her skin was fair and delicate, and her entire being radiated a light that made it impossible to look away.

Ichika was stunned for a moment, her eyes fixed on the girl's face, a wave of shock welling up in her heart. She immediately recognized the person in front of her... Sakurajima Mai, the top idol who shone so brightly on TV and attracted so much attention.

"Sakurajima...Ms. Mai?" Ichika's voice trembled a little, and her eyes were full of disbelief.

The moment Sakurajima Mai took off her sunglasses, the air froze...

Before Ichika could react, Mai quickly stepped forward, raised her hand and slapped her hard.

"Bang!" A crisp sound exploded in the small lounge.

Ichika's cheeks quickly turned red and swollen, her ears buzzed, and she stumbled back a step. She covered her face in a daze, her pupils trembling, her throat as if strangled, unable to make a sound.

"Do you think you can steal someone else's things by pretending to be pitiful?" Mai's voice was icy cold, her fingertips almost poking Ichika's nose. "I've seen many vixens like you who seduce men! I'll give you three days to disappear from Takashi's world." She handed over a check, and the paper fluttered down, brushing against Ichika's shoulder. "Otherwise, I'll let all the media in Japan know what kind of person you are."

Mai's footsteps disappeared resolutely at the end of the corridor.

Ichika froze in place, her vision blurring as she stared at the check on the ground. Silent tears streamed down her face, and she tasted the salty, bitter taste of blood at the corner of her mouth. The slap had caused her to accidentally bite her lip.

In the evening, Nakano's...

The moment I opened the door, I was overwhelmed by the quarrel between Nino and Miku.

"Why does that nerd (Fuutarou) stay in our house? He must move out today!" Nino put her hands on her hips, and the spatula in her hand almost poked Miku's face.

"But, but Fuutarou is trying very hard to teach us..." Miku hugged the Warring States general pillow in her arms tightly, her voice as soft as a mosquito.

At the entrance, Ichika lowered her head, her messy short hair covering the red and swollen left side of her face. She hurried toward the stairs, leaning against the wall, but Nino grabbed her wrist and said, "Ichika! You tell me! Should we kick Fuutarou out?"

"I... I have a headache. Let's talk about it tomorrow..." The smile that Ichika forced out was uglier than crying. She dug her nails deep into her palms to hold back her tears.

The moment the door lock clicked, Yihua slid down the door panel and sat on the ground.

In the darkness, Takashi San's gentle words of love and Miss Mai's vicious insults kept tearing each other apart in his mind.

"He said he was only serious with me... But why would Miss Mai..." Ichika curled up into a ball, scratching her arms with her nails, as if trying to dig out the shame boiling beneath her skin. The corner of the 3000 million yen check peeked out from her bag.

The sound of quarreling downstairs can be heard faintly...

Ichika buried her face in her knees, sobbing into the fabric: "Why did it become like this..."

As tears soaked the hem of her skirt, her phone suddenly vibrated and the screen lit up.

Takashi San: I'll take you to pick out new costumes tomorrow. Remember to wear the necklace I gave you.

Staring at that sweet invitation, Ichika suddenly began to retch violently.

In the bathroom...

Steam rose from the bathtub, and Ichika buried half her face in the warm water, the only sound in her ears being the gurgling of bubbles. Her fingers unconsciously fiddled with the water, and her mind kept replaying Mai's cold gaze and that fiery slap.

"Ichika! You've been in there for almost an hour! Did something happen?" Nino's voice came through the door, her tone filled with her usual arrogance and impatience, but also a hint of concern.

Yihua suddenly raised her head from the water, water droplets dripping down the ends of her hair. She took a deep breath and tried to sound relaxed: "It's okay, I'm just a little tired from filming today, so I want to soak in the water for a while."

There was silence outside the door for a few seconds, and then Nino's voice sounded again, her tone a little softer: "Hmph, whatever you want. But if there is something, you must speak up, don't keep it to yourself."

"Yeah, got it." Ichika responded softly.

Nino's footsteps gradually faded away, and Ichika buried her face in the water again, her tears silently melting into the warm water.

The afternoon sun streamed through the window of the café. Kozo sat across from Ichika, his slender fingers gently stirring the coffee in his cup. Ichika lowered her head, her gaze dim as she stared at her reflection in the cup. Her voice was so soft it was almost inaudible, "Yukinoshita-kun, Mai-san...she really likes you."

Takashi paused, looked up at Ichika, a complicated look flashing in his eyes: "Ichika, did Mai do something excessive to you?"

Ichika's fingers trembled slightly, and her lips moved, but no words came out.

Suddenly, Xiaosan reached out and held her hand, and the warmth from his palm made Yihua's heart tremble.

"Tell me, Ichika." Takashi's voice was low, and he suddenly leaned in, looking directly at her with his deep eyes. "I won't let anyone hurt you."

Ichika's heartbeat quickened, and a flush crept across her cheeks. Takashi's handsome face loomed close, his breath practically brushing against her skin. Her mind struggled, but her inner defenses crumbled.

"I...I'm fine." Yihua lowered his head, his voice as thin as a mosquito.

Takashi sighed, stroking her cheek with his fingers, his tone filled with a hint of heartache: "Ichika, you don't need to force yourself. I will handle the matter between Mai and me. You just have to trust me."

His voice was as sweet as honey, and Ichika's heart gradually softened. She raised her head, tears glistening in her eyes. "Yukinoshita-kun, are you really... serious only with me?"

Takashi smiled slightly and wiped the tears from her eyes with his fingertips: "Of course. You are the most important person to me, Ichika."

Over the next few days, Kozo gradually soothed Ichika with gentle words and thoughtful gestures. He took her to pick out new costumes, walked with her in the park, and even kissed her forehead gently at sunset. These actions seemed ordinary, requiring no investment of money or time.

"Ichika, your future will get better and better." Takashi San whispered in her ear, "I will always be by your side."

Ichika leaned on his shoulder, the uneasiness in her heart gradually replaced by sweetness. She closed her eyes and temporarily forgot Mai's threat and her inner struggle.

Night falls...

Ichika returned home alone.

She stood in front of the bathroom mirror, looking at her flushed cheeks and slightly swollen eyes, a complex wave of emotions welling up in her heart.

"Yukinoshita-kun...will you really stay with me forever?" Ichika murmured softly, her fingers gently touching herself in the mirror.

The girl in the mirror didn't answer, only the dripping sound of the faucet echoed in the silent bathroom.

As time went by, Ichika and Kozo soon took the final step and went to a couple hotel.

Inside the room, soft light cast a shadow on the messy sheets, and the air was thick with the scent of hormones. Ichika nestled in Takashi's arms, her cheek pressed against his solid chest, the sound of his steady heartbeat filling her ears... her fingers unconsciously brushing lightly over his abdominal muscles, a satisfied smile playing on her lips.

"Yukinoshita-kun..." she whispered softly, with a hint of laziness and sweetness in her voice.

Takashi lowered his head into her neck, his warm breath caressing her skin, causing her to shiver slightly. "What's wrong, Ichika?"

"Nothing, I just feel... so happy." Ichika closed her eyes, feeling the warmth in his arms, as if all her worries disappeared at this moment.

Xiao San's fingers gently stroked her hair, and there was a hint of pampering in his tone: "Silly, we will be happier in the future."

Ichika raised her head, her eyes full of dependence and trust, "Really?"

"Of course." Xiao San kissed her forehead, a hint of deep meaning flashed in his eyes, "As long as you are always by my side."

The two smiled at each other and then fell into sweet flirting. Ichika was completely immersed in this happiness, as if she had forgotten the pain before.

Meanwhile, Mai Sakurajima sat alone on the sofa in her apartment, her phone in her hand.

Takashi: Sorry, Mai, I have some urgent work today, so let’s postpone our date to another day.

Mai's eyes lost focus, her fingertips sliding lightly across the screen, but no response was given. The night outside poured in through the French windows, illuminating her pale face.

"Work...?" Ichika murmured softly, a bitter smile playing at the corner of his mouth.

Mai stood up and walked to the window, staring blankly at the distant lights. Her mind replayed Kozan's gentle smile and those sweet promises, but now, these memories pierced her heart like a knife. "Ichika... Nakano Ichika..." She whispered the name.

Mai turned and walked back to the sofa, picked up the red wine bottle on the table, and poured a glass. She gently swirled the liquid in the glass, her eyes gradually becoming sharper.

"Takashi, do you think you can get rid of me like this?" Mai whispered to herself. She picked up her phone and dialed a number. "Hello, it's me. Please help me find someone, Nakano Ichika. All the information, the faster the better."

After hanging up the phone, Mai drank the red wine in the glass in one gulp, with a cold light flashing in her eyes.

Chapter 133: 133 Fiancee kidnaps lover: Hayasaka Ai kidnaps Sakurajima Mai

In the office of the Chief of the Demon Anti-Magic and Special Section 4 of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, Kozo was sitting at his desk, his fingers tapping rapidly on the keyboard... Suddenly, the office door was pushed open with a loud noise.

"Xiao San! You shameless bastard!" Feng Bin Hehua stormed in, her high heels tapping out a rapid rhythm on the floor. Her face was filled with anger, and her eyes were as sharp as knives.

The employees outside all looked in, whispering to each other.

"That's not...it looks like Miss Mai's sister!"

"Why is she here? She looks so fierce..."

"I heard that Section Chief Yukinoshita is getting very close to a new actor recently. Could this be the reason?"

The male colleagues were envious and whispered: "Section Chief Yukinoshita is really amazing..."

Xiao San raised his head and saw He Hua's angry look, and frowned slightly: "He Hua, why are you here?"

"Why am I here?" Hehua sneered, supporting herself on the desk with both hands, leaning forward, looking directly at Xiaosan, "How dare you ask me this? You clearly have my sister, yet you still dare to cheat on me with other women! Do you know how heartbroken my sister is?"

Takashi San's expression remained calm, with a hint of helplessness in his tone: "Hehua, things are not what you think."

"It's not what I thought?" Hehua's voice suddenly rose, almost a roar. "Then tell me, what is it like? That Nakano Ichika, how can she compare to my sister? She has no acting skills, no temperament, what on earth do you see in her?"

Takashi San's brows furrowed even more, and his tone carried a hint of warning: "Hehua, this is my private matter, don't interfere."

"Private matter?" Hehua sneered, his eyes full of mockery, "You hurt my sister, this is not a private matter! I tell you, Xiaosan, if you don't break off your relationship with that guy immediately, I will make you regret it!"

Although the office door was closed, Hehua's voice could still be heard clearly. The people outside looked at each other, their faces filled with the excitement of gossip.

"Oh my god, the section chief actually cheated on me?"

"The person you're cheating with... is probably pretty cute."

"What's the point of being cute? Can it compare to Miss Mai? Section Chief Yukinoshita really has a problem with his taste..."

The men were envious and whispered, "Section Chief Yukinoshita is a real winner in life. Not only can he handle Miss Mai, but he also has his eye on the pot while having his cake and eating it too..."

In the office, Xiao San stood up and walked in front of Hehua, with a hint of coldness in his tone: "Hehua, I'm going to say this one last time. If you continue to act like this, don't blame me for being rude."

Hehua refused to give in, staring straight at Xiaosan: "You're welcome? How can you be rude? I'm telling you, Xiaosan, my sister is not someone you can toy with! If you dare to hurt her, I will make you pay the price!"

A hint of impatience flashed in Xiaosan's eyes, and his tone was cold: "That's enough, Hehua. Get out now."

Kazuka sneered and turned towards the door, but before she opened it, she glanced back at Takashi, her tone carrying a hint of warning: "You'd better remember what I said. Otherwise, there will be consequences at your own risk."

After Hehua left, the people outside the office quickly dispersed, pretending to be busy at work, but the whispers still echoed in the air, like the prelude to a storm.

Xiao San sat back in his chair and rubbed his temples...

He didn't want to let things get to this point, but... now he has no way out. '... As long as I get the power of Tiga, I will no longer need to do things that hurt others.'

Weekend afternoon...

Sunlight streamed into the living room through the gaps in the curtains. Sakurajima Mai sat on the sofa, holding a glass of juice in her hands, her eyes downcast, a bitter smile on her face. Her eyes were slightly red, and she looked like she had just cried, but she was trying hard not to let the tears fall.

Feng Bin and Hua sat opposite her, their brows furrowed, their eyes filled with heartache and anger. "Sister, don't be like this! That guy is not worth your sadness at all!"

Mai shook her head gently, her voice a little hoarse: "Hehua, don't worry about it. I don't want to make you worry... I'm just... just a little tired." There was a hint of fragility in her tone, and her fingers unconsciously stroked the wall of the cup, as if trying to hide the pain in her heart.

Seeing her sister like this, Hehua's anger intensified. She stood up abruptly and said firmly, "No! I must take care of this matter! That Xiaosan, I will make him pay the price!"

Mai raised her head, a complex expression flashed in her eyes, but was quickly covered by bitterness: "Hehua, don't be impulsive... I don't want you to be involved in these troubles."

"Sister, you're always like this, carrying everything on your own!" Hehua's voice was choked with sobs, "I won't let you face it alone this time!"

Mai sighed softly and handed the juice in her hand to Hehua: "Drink something first and calm down."

Hehua took the juice and drank a big sip without any precaution. She was still very excited and didn't notice the coldness that flashed across Mai's eyes.

Not long after...