Crossover: Pen name: Dazai Osamu, Omega Kasumigaoka

"Is Xiaoyue awake? I want to come and pick her up from school."

Miriam Yeung's tone revealed a hint of concern.

"Get up, Aunt Yang, she's having breakfast with me."

Kitahara Shin glanced at Xiaoyue sitting next to him and replied.

"That's great! Did she have fun these past few days?"

Miriam Yeung asked.

"Yes, she had a lot of fun, and we were together the whole time."

Kitahara Makoto replied, noticing the reluctant expression on Yue's face after hearing her mother's words.

"That's good. However, Xiaoyue will be starting school in a few days, so she can't keep playing."

Miriam Yeung's tone revealed a hint of seriousness.

“I understand, Aunt Yang. Xiaoyue knows that school will start soon, and she has been studying hard.”

Kitahara Makoto replied, trying to ease the tension on the other end of the phone.

"Okay, that's good. I'm here to pick her up and take her home. I should arrive this afternoon."

Miriam Yeung said.

"Okay, Aunt Yang. Will you come over this afternoon, or should I take Xiaoyue there?"

Kitahara asked.

"No need, just tell me your home address, I can go there myself."

Miriam Yeung replied.

"Okay, Aunt Yang. My home address is..."

As Kitahara Makoto spoke, he took out a notepad from his pocket, wrote down the address, and handed it to Xiaoyue, asking her to read it to her mother.

Xiaoyue took the note and read it aloud to her mother, word by word. After confirming that it was correct on the other end of the phone, Miriam Yeung continued:

"Okay, I've got it... Tell Xiaoyue to wait for me at home."

"Okay, Aunt Yang. But, I'd like Mai to stay home with Xiaoyue and wait for you to come, is that alright?"

Kitahara Shinsuke sought the Way.

"Of course, I feel much more at ease knowing that Mai is with Xiaoyue."

Miriam Yeung replied.

"Okay, Aunt Yang. See you this afternoon."

Kitahara Makoto said.

"See you this afternoon, Kitahara Makoto. Thank you for taking care of Yue these past few days."

Miriam Yeung said gratefully.

"You're welcome, Aunt Yang. Xiaoyue is my friend, and I'm happy to take care of her."

Kitahara Makoto replied.

After hanging up the phone, Kitahara Makoto put the phone back on the table and looked at Xiaoyue and Mai, saying:

Xiaoyue, your mother came to pick you up this afternoon.

Upon hearing the news, Xiaoyue's face showed a reluctant expression. She looked at Mai, and the two smiled at each other, as if they had already anticipated this outcome.

"It's okay, Xiaoyue, we'll have a chance to meet again in the future."

Mai comforted her.

"Yes, I know. I'm just a little sad to leave you all."

Chapter 456 The wind soothes the disappointed mood

Xiaoyue said, her eyes slightly red.

"Don't be sad, Xiaoyue. We will always miss you."

Kitahara Shinya comforted him.

Breakfast continued, but the atmosphere had changed somewhat.

Xiaoyue and Mai chatted from time to time, discussing their future plans and when they would meet.

Kitahara Masanori listened quietly from the side, his heart filled with emotion.

After breakfast, the table was scattered with various tableware and leftover food. Xiaoyue was the first to stand up. She looked at Kitahara Makoto and said:

"Brother Kitahara, you and Sister Mai go ahead and get busy. I'll take care of these things."

Mai Sakurajima smiled, shook her head, stood up, and said:

24 “No, Xiaoyue, let’s do it together. Clearing the table is a fun thing to do too.”

She turned to look at Kitahara Makoto and continued:

"Beiyuan, go change your clothes. Going to work is more important. Yue and I are fine here."

Kitahara looked at the two of them, a warm feeling welling up inside him. He nodded and said:

"Then thank you for your hard work."

After saying that, he turned and walked towards the bedroom to change his clothes.

He opened the wardrobe and selected a neat suit and tie.

He carefully put on his suit and tied his tie, then stood in front of the mirror and tidied his appearance.

In the mirror, he looked radiant and full of energy, ready to greet a new day.

After changing his clothes, Kitahara Makoto walked to the door, put on his shoes, and prepared to go out.

He glanced back at Mai Sakurajima and Yue, who were busy at work, and his heart was filled with gratitude. He knew that with them around, his life had become more beautiful and warm.

"I'm leaving. You can pack up at your leisure."

Kitahara Makoto smiled and said this, then opened the door and walked out of the house.

The sun was shining brightly outside, and a gentle breeze was blowing on his face. He took a deep breath of fresh air and savored the beautiful morning.

He knew that a new day had begun, and he would face more challenges and opportunities.

Behind him, Mai Sakurajima and Yue were still busy.

They chatted and laughed as they washed the dishes. This heartwarming scene filled Kitahara Makoto with immense happiness and contentment.

Kitahara Makoto stepped out the door, his face beaming with confidence and anticipation.

He looked up at the sky, which was a clear blue. Sunlight filtered through the treetops, casting dappled shadows that brought him a sense of warmth.

He took a deep breath and walked steadily toward the car parked by the roadside.

He opened the car door, got into the driver's seat, adjusted the seat, and fastened his seatbelt.

With the roar of the engine, he slowly drove away from his house.

Along the way, the sea breeze ruffled his hair, carrying the salty and refreshing scent of the sea, making him feel relaxed and happy.

As the car drove along the coastline, at first you could see the shimmering sea and the islands that were faintly visible in the distance.

Seagulls circled in the air, chirping as if welcoming his arrival.

As the vehicle moved forward, the scenery along the roadside began to change.

As the 613 coastline recedes into the distance, it is replaced by a bustling urban landscape.

Skyscrapers rise from the ground, their glass curtain walls gleaming in the sunlight. Traffic gradually increases, and pedestrians come and go in an endless stream.

Kitahara Makoto also slowed down, focusing on driving and paying close attention to the road conditions ahead.

His face remained calm throughout, his eyes bright and piercing, revealing determination and confidence.

As the vehicle ventured deeper into the city, roadside green belts and parks came into view, adding a touch of greenery to this bustling metropolis.

Kitahara Makoto gently turned the steering wheel, and the car nimbly weaved through the traffic.

He was filled with anticipation and enthusiasm for the work ahead.

Chapter 457 Call the Sales Manager

When Kitahara Makoto arrived at the company building, the sun was already high in the sky, and the golden sunlight shone on the glass curtain wall, reflecting a dazzling light.

He parked his car, stepped out, looked up at the magnificent building, and felt a surge of inexplicable excitement.

Upon entering the company gate, the first thing that catches the eye is the spacious and bright lobby.

The lobby is furnished with exquisite green plants and comfortable sofas, giving people a warm and professional feeling.

Kitahara Makoto walked through the lobby toward the elevator. Along the way, several employees brushed past him, nodding and greeting him with friendly smiles.

Good morning, Mr. Kitahara!

A young employee greeted him with great respect in his voice.

"Good morning!" Kitahara Makoto replied with a smile, his gaze sweeping over the employees one by one, observing their expressions.

Some people are busily typing on their keyboards, their brows furrowed, clearly engrossed in thinking about their work.

Some people were talking in hushed tones, with relaxed smiles on their faces, seemingly sharing amusing anecdotes from their work.

Others were drinking coffee, their eyes revealing anticipation and longing for the future.

The elevator doors slowly opened, and Kitahara Makoto stepped inside. Several employees were already inside; they nodded in greeting as Kitahara Makoto entered.

The elevator started moving and slowly ascended. Kitahara Makoto stood in one corner of the elevator, gazing out the window at the city view.

The elevator doors opened again, and Kitahara Makoto stepped out and arrived at his floor.

He walked through the staff area, and employees greeted him from time to time, which he responded with a smile.

His office was located at the end of the corridor, with a sign on the door that read "President".

He pushed open the door, went inside, and began his new day's work.

The interior is well-organized, and the city views outside the floor-to-ceiling windows are unobstructed.

He walked to his desk, sat down gently, and glanced at the neatly arranged documents on the desk, beginning to plan his work for the day.

He picked up the phone on the table and dialed his assistant Li Hua's number.

"Li Hua, could you please bring me a cup of coffee, black coffee, no sugar?"

Kitahara Makoto gave the order in a calm tone.

A moment later, Li Hua knocked on the door and entered, carrying a cup of fragrant coffee.

She placed the coffee on Kitahara Makoto's desk, then stood aside, ready to give her work report.

"Mr. Kitahara, this is the company's report on various indicators for the past week."

As Li Hua spoke, he handed a thick folder to Kitahara Makoto.

Kitahara Makoto took the folder and quickly began to flip through it. His brows furrowed and relaxed intermittently, clearly as he carefully analyzed the data in the report.

"The sales department's performance has declined, but its market share has remained stable."

Kitahara Shin said as he looked around.

"The technology department has made significant progress in developing new products, which is good news."

Li Hua nodded and added:

"Yes, my colleagues in the technical department have been working overtime lately, hoping to launch new products as soon as possible to seize the market."

Kitahara Makoto nodded slightly in approval. He put down his folder, picked up his coffee cup, took a small sip, and then said:

"Next, we need to focus on the sales department's performance."

"Tell the sales manager to come to my office tonight for a meeting so we can discuss how to improve sales performance."

Li Hua nodded in agreement and then left the office.

Chapter 458 Liu Xing: My Grandpa Wants to See You

After Li Hua left the office, Kitahara Makoto slowly withdrew his gaze and turned to walk towards his desk.