Reviewing-Meaning, I Never Even Thought About It / Set a Small Goal First

The live broadcast started smoothly, with Shuya and Mai following the pre-arranged schedule and hosting steadily.

This was very simple for them, who were experienced; they were completely relaxed and in a perfectly natural state.

After the opening small talk and the introduction of basic information, it was time for the audience's letters segment.

There's not much to say about this part, because the letters have all been selected, so nothing strange will appear.

Shuya and the other person answered the questions casually.

This kind of entertainment segment doesn't require serious answers; the key is to make your responses interesting.

After replying to the letter, the scholar-official brought over a lot of things related to the album.

"Then, taking this opportunity, I'll show you the album."

Shuya picked up the regular album and the limited album, showing the two albums with different covers to the camera.

Mai commented, "Although the movements are a bit affected, isn't it pretty cool?"

"Affectation is superfluous."

Shuya replied to her.

Mai smiled and pointed to a large pile of store-exclusive bonus items, saying, "Shuya, you rarely release merchandise, so these bonus items must be very precious to fans. No wonder fans are buying them like this."

"You've hit the nail on the head."

As soon as Mai said this, Shuya saw the Danmaku explode, all expressing their resentment towards Hanazawa Agency.

"It's true that my family's agency doesn't do much merchandise. My mom doesn't think it's necessary; she believes we should let our work speak for itself."

Mai praised, "The president's thinking is a bit old-fashioned, but I don't dislike it."

She used to frequently release merchandise, and was even forced by her mother to release a swimsuit photobook, so she has a good impression of Hanazawa Sakura's ideas.

She laughed and said, "But this must be a little upsetting for the fans, haha."

Shuya: "Mai- chan, you might be in the same situation after you join our agency, right?"

Maybe?

Mai tilted her head.

After the two finished speaking, the Danmaku filled with groans of despair.

Mai asked off-camera, "Ms. Maeda, does the agency have any plans in this regard?"

Maeda Saori awkwardly scratched her head. She had spent all her time helping Mai find work and hadn't had time to think about anything else.

This clearly reflects that Hanazawa Agency is indeed short-staffed.

However, the most important reason was the traditional mindset that the agency didn't produce much merchandise, which meant she hadn't even thought about this issue.

She could only reply, "We are currently reviewing this."

Did everyone hear that? They said they're currently reviewing the situation.

Mai smiles at the camera.

Shuya revealed the truth. "I'm currently reviewing it; I hadn't even considered it."

Hahahaha.

Maeda Saori gave a dry laugh.

She glanced at it; the resentment in the Danmaku was practically overflowing the screen.

Shuya offered some reassurance. "Don't panic, our firm is hiring. We'll consider this matter once we find someone."

I guess so...

He added in his mind.

Mai suggested, "Then let's make posters and wall hangings together? Or folders, one for each of us."

"Okay, okay."

Shuya naturally agreed.

But that's as fake as a female voice actress inviting someone to dinner during a radio show.

Don't ask, the answer is we're open for business.

In short, the topic is over, Shuya continues to showcase the album.

After the presentation, we moved on to the next topic.

Regarding the music video shoot.

Mai exclaimed, "This album's music video is my first job since my comeback."

"That's true, but you were in great shape at the time, without any awkwardness."

"Because it's a simple job."

Mai modestly declined for a moment, and the rest of the conversation was just ordinary mutual flattery, praising everyone who participated in the filming of the music video.

Shuya added, "By the way, since we're talking about Hyakka -chan, I have to mention that her new song seems to be coming out soon, right? Everyone should keep an eye out for it."

Mai asked, "Didn't we say we shouldn't promote anything else?"

"It doesn't matter if they're members of the agency."

"Okay, you have a point."

Mai nodded and brought up another matter. "I heard you and Hyakka- chan are going to start a new program?"

Shuya followed up on her topic, saying, "That's right, it's a promotional broadcast for my dad's new anime, and it will be broadcast live. It starts this Saturday, but I don't know the exact time yet."

Maeda Saori held up a small sign and reminded everyone, "From eight to nine o'clock."

Shuya said, "It seems to be around eight or nine o'clock. You can check it out if you're interested."

How's the dubbing for the new animation going?

Mai deliberately brought up this topic with him, offering him a chance to promote the product.

Shuya talked to her about the new anime for a while, and before they knew it, it was time to end the conversation.

It's almost 10:30.

After they each shared their thoughts about the day, Shuya said his final goodbyes:

"... So, it's time to say goodbye for today's emergency live broadcast. Thank you again for watching at this time."

Shuya read his lines aloud, "If you all want to see me again, you can watch the new program on Saturday. Well, let's not talk about irrelevant things now."

"---So, the above live broadcast was conducted by me Inoue Shuya, and..."

Mai smiled and said, "This Sakurajima Mai for everyone."

""Bye-Bye.""

The two smiled and waved to the camera, and the live stream window, watched by over ten million people, went black, officially ending the broadcast.

The scholars applauded, and the two men nodded their thanks. Then the scholars began to tidy up the area.

"Phew... it's all over."

Mai leaned back on the sofa, completely relaxing.

"Thanks a lot."

Shuya said to Mai.

Although an hour and a half is not long, it is still a bit tiring to concentrate on hosting.

Mai is a superhuman but not a martial artist; physical strength is not her forte, but it is certain that she did not show any signs of fatigue.

"Shu-chan, Mai -chan, you guys worked hard, you did a great job hosting."

Maeda Saori came over with a camera. "Could I take a picture and upload it to Twitter?"

"Of course, that's standard practice."

"No problem."

Shuya and the others naturally agreed.

Maeda Saori asked, "Do you need me to bring over the cake from earlier?"

Shuya replied, "Mai- chan and I will go to the dining hall to eat, so we don't get in the way of the scholars cleaning up."

Wearing Mai is perfectly acceptable.

Maeda Saori didn't stop them. After telling Shuya the cake was in the cafeteria's refrigerator, she didn't say anything more to them.

It's almost time for her to get off work; she'll take care of a few more things and then leave.

After saying goodbye to her, Shuya and Mai went to the dining hall together.

At this point, there are very few people left in the company. This isn't a chaotic situation anymore; the employees don't need to work through the night.

Inoue Hikoo had already gone home, showing no intention of waiting for his son.

... Of course Shuya didn't need him to wait.

In the empty dining hall, Shuya brought out a cake, Mai brought out paper plates, cutlery, and water.

The two sat down to eat together.

"Dessert after work seems to taste even better, unbelievably."

Mai is truly authentic.

It was so sweet back then.

Section 567, Chapter 528: Let's set a small goal first.

"Eat more if you like it, it's such a big cake."

Shuya the Way.

"Since you're begging me like this, I'll eat a little more."

Mai nodded in satisfaction.

Shuya drank some water, watching Mai fork up a piece of cake and put it in her mouth.

The white cream disappeared into her small mouth, leaving a faint white mark at the corner of her lips. Then she stuck out her pink tongue and licked it—ugh, it felt a little dirty.

Shuya looked away and took a bite of cake.

Just when he thought Mai was going to focus on finishing the cake, she spoke up:

"The increasing workload lately has given me a feeling of going back to the past, which is not bad."

"Not bad?"

Shuya tilted her head; she liked being busy—was she a masochist?

"I remember now, you've always said you liked acting, did you really like it that much?"

Shuya said, "I thought that after this period of rest, you wouldn't be so enthusiastic about acting. It seems I underestimated your passion?"

I still like it.

Mai nodded.

"I think you're pushing yourself too hard. Is it really necessary?"

Shuya rested his chin on his hand and looked at her. "Back then, you were just an ordinary person, but you worked just as hard as I did. I used to worry that you might suddenly pass away."

Mai looked nostalgic upon hearing this. "Back then... it would be a lie to say I wasn't tired. But you also had to cultivate and stuff. I just worked during your off-duty hours, so it would seem like I was just as busy as you."

"Too."