Utaha Is Making Her Move

Miku and Yotsuba didn't say anything more and continued walking inside.

Nakano Nino stood there, lost in thought.

She hadn't figured out how to face Fushimi Makoto yet.

I just confessed my feelings, Ichika already sneaked into my base.

Just as she was secretly annoyed, a pleasant voice came from beside her. "Nakano- kun?"

Nino felt this sounded familiar.

As she turned around, the thought immediately popped into her head, "Such long legs, and they're in black stockings."

She glanced at the shopping bag the other person was carrying and quickly said, "Hello, Kasumigaoka- senpai, I'm Nakano Nino."

"Oh, Nino- kun."

Utaha smiled, secretly glad she had called out "Nakano- kun".

She had just mistaken the other person for Nakano Ichika, who was wearing a wig while filming.

"Senior, are you here to visit the set too?" Nakano Nino, somewhat surprised.

I actually came here to steal their house.

Utaha spoke calmly, "Yes, I had thought about coming to see them before, but I was worried that I would disturb Fushimi and the others."

Nakano Nino paused, then asked, "So what about today...?"

Utaha smiled slightly, "I thought about it for a while and felt it was necessary to come visit the set, lest someone forget about me as a friend."

Since the person in front of her was not Nakano Ichika's opponent, Utaha did not become the riddle solver.

However, she was unaware that Nino had secretly evolved into her rival.

Another pretty girl has come knocking on the door?

That guy is really popular!

Nakano Nino was already in a bad mood, and hearing Utaha's words made her even more annoyed.

Friend?

If we're just friends, why do you keep looking that way when you're talking to me?

Having been provoked by Ichika that morning, Nino is now acting like a detective, her heightened sensitivity causing her to notice some clues.

Just then, she heard Utaha casually ask, "Why don't I see Ichika -san? Didn't she come today?"

Nakano Nino's suspicions deepened. "Are Senpai and Ichika really close?"

"We're not close, but I'm interested in her becoming an actress, so I'd like to get to know her better."

Utaha wanted to understand her competitors in advance.

However, her answer confirmed Nino's suspicions.

Still interested in acting?

I think you're the actor!

If you really want to get to know Ichika, there will be plenty of time at the beginning of the semester.

Nakano Nino thought to herself sullenly.

The next second, she looked at Fushimi Makoto with a blank expression. "Senpai, there's something I'm not sure if I should say."

"What did you say?"

"You might be sitting at the kids' table today."

Utaha: "???"

Chapter 103 Utaha is making her move

"So Nakano Nino this prickly, difficult-to-get-along-with personality?"

Utaha watched as Nakano Nino went to a nearby store to buy things, and she couldn't help but feel a little surprised.

Of the five girls in the Nakano Family, she has only had real contact with Ichika and Nino so far.

Although she had met Itsuki at the bookstore, the two barely interacted, and she couldn't yet determine Itsuki's personality.

This Nino, however, seemed to be the opposite of Ichika's personality.

After all, when Ichika and she met at school, they would greet each other with their signature smiles, and the two would occasionally chat briefly.

"Never mind, they're not important anyway."

Utaha quickly dismissed her surprise.

She was there to gather information about Ichika; no matter how difficult Nino was to get along with, she felt it had nothing to do with her.

However, since Fushimi Makoto was already busy in her line of sight, she didn't rush over but stopped a short distance away to observe.

About two minutes later, her phone received a message from Fushimi Makoto.

Fushimi Makoto: [Senior, are you here to visit the set? Sorry, I'm busy right now, I might have to come back and chat with you later.]

So he had noticed me all along?

Utaha was a little happy, her slender fingers quickly tapping the screen: [It's okay, you go ahead and do your thing. I also wanted to see how you guys complete the filming.]

After sending the message, a charming smile appeared on her face at just the right moment.

She knew that Fushimi Makoto would definitely see it.

Therefore, she doesn't mind showing her best side.

Once she set her goal, she became both highly motivated and somewhat cunning.

She can definitely play high-level games.

A short while later Nino also returned.

Utaha saw her carrying drinks and was about to strike up a conversation when the other woman simply nodded politely at her and then walked straight to the filming location.

Wait, she just passed by like that?

Utaha was slightly startled.

Since Fushimi Makoto was clearly busy, she decided to go and bother him later. This way, she could have more time and also show her considerate side.

She had assumed that Nino thought the same way she did.

But to her surprise, Nino walked right past her, looking fresh and beautiful.

Under her surprised gaze, Nino first greeted Fushimi Makoto, and then very proactively handed out drinks to everyone.

Did I misjudge the situation?

Utaha fell into deep thought.

Judging from the smiling faces of the people on set, she could deduce that this was clearly not the first time Nino had done this.

In other words, the other party's relationship with Fushimi Makoto might be better than he imagined.

After all, it's impolite to go over and disturb someone's progress when they're busy with important matters.

Utaha ultimately decided not to rush over.

Because she stopped not far away, she was soon surrounded by a crowd of onlookers.

There's also an orange cat.

Utaha was calmly thinking: indeed, watching a spectacle is human nature.

She was stunned by the conversations of the passersby.

"You're here for class again this morning?"

"Aren't you the same?"

"Haha, I come here every day now. Without that boy's encouragement, I wouldn't have any motivation to work out."

"I told you long ago that he was the ancient Greek god of encouragement; anyone who listens to his speech will be spontaneously ignited."

"Wait a minute, this is my first time here, but your description sounds like you're talking about a failed art student?"

"Meow meow meow!"

Looking at the bustling crowd around her, Utaha, like Mrs. Yukinoshita before, was filled with confusion.

What kind of nonsense is this?

Why is that orange cat meowing excitedly too?

A girl as beautiful and sexy as her will always be the center of attention wherever she goes.

But today, none of the men around her were looking at her. Instead, they were all staring Fushimi Makoto at Fushimi Makoto not far away, their eyes burning with desire, as if they were afraid of missing a detail if they blinked.

Anyone who didn't know better would think these men were all suitors of Fushimi Makoto...

While Utaha was still in a daze, someone quickly shouted excitedly, "The big one is coming!"

The next moment, Fushimi Makoto's powerful voice rang in everyone's ears.

Mrs. Yukinoshita Utaha, Shiho's confusion gradually turned into excitement, and finally a blazing flame erupted in her chest.

To paraphrase a line from a movie: My passion for sauce is about to explode.

As expected, under the influence of the [Nakano Nino's Gift] buff, Utaha also got fired up.

She had never felt so eager to go and do something for Fushimi Makoto, hoping to showcase more of her charm.

The problem is, she's not familiar with filming.

Then a hilarious scene unfolded: everyone else, encouraged by Fushimi Makoto, including the orange cat, excitedly went off to do their own thing. Utaha, however, stood there dumbfounded, maintaining that high-spirited energy... a fervent observer.

The scene is like the online complaints about the later stages of Naruto: while the main character is fighting Madara Uchiha, Rock Lee is watching the battle with the Eight Gates in a high-octane manner.

Fushimi Makoto also saw Utaha standing there, stunned.

Honestly, the black-stockinged senior's excited yet bewildered expression—wanting to help but unsure what to do—had a rare, endearingly dazed quality.

The filming was nearing its end. There wasn't much to do today, and everyone was very efficient. In just over an hour, everyone was all smiles as they finished work.

"Thank you all for your hard work during this time, I'm truly grateful."

Fushimi Makoto sincerely thanked everyone. Without their efforts, even if he were incredibly talented, it would have taken him a considerable amount of time to complete the filming of the short film by himself.

There are only a few scenes left that require reshoots by the lead actress, Nakano Ichika, and he plans to finish them tomorrow.

He could have had Nakano Ichika finish filming today, but she lost blood today, so she needs to rest more.

"It's finally finished! This is my first time experiencing filming, it was great... Fushimi, you have to let us know when the short film airs, we want to see what we look like on camera too."

"No problem, I will definitely let you know."

After finishing speaking, Fushimi Makoto quickly walked over to Utaha, who was standing alone not far away.

Utaha quickly snapped out of her daze, and just as she smiled, she heard him ask, "Senior, is that something you brought as a gift for everyone during your visit to the set?"

"Yes, I bought some snacks and drinks on the way." Utaha nodded.

"Then go and give them to everyone now, since filming is over. If you want to become a familiar face, today is the best opportunity," Fushimi Makoto said.

Utaha paused for a moment, then a beautiful smile appeared on her face, "Then I'll trouble you to introduce me to someone."

All the anxiety and frustration I felt because I didn't know how to shoot disappeared at that moment.

She could take advantage of the opportunity presented by Fushimi Makoto's introduction of the people to chat with them about filming-related issues.

Even if I haven't decided whether I want to learn photography, at least this is a great opportunity to explore it further.

Fushimi Makoto introduced her to everyone, and the students at the school were a little reserved, as it was the first time they had seen such an approachable upperclassman.

Besides Nakano Nino, Miku also had a good impression of Utaha.

As for Yukino, she simply greeted Utaha briefly and thanked her for the small gift.

After everyone else left, Utaha smoothly changed the subject. "Now you should have some time, right? Can we talk alone?"

"Okay, I'll tidy up first."

Fushimi Makoto tidied up the equipment and followed Utaha a few steps outside, just enough to put some distance between them and Yukino and the others.