Saturday morning.
In the park.
Hiratsuka Shizuka's face was filled with disbelief.
How long had Su Yu been learning martial arts?
Yet he was already able to spar with her?
His strength wasn't on her level, but his dodging—that was something else entirely.
He wasn't reacting to her attacks—he was predicting them.
Realizing this, Shizuka switched to a different style.
After all, she wasn't just trained in hand-to-hand combat.
Su Yu couldn't defend in time and was swiftly taken down.
"You'll need another ten years before you can beat me," Shizuka said, offering him a hand.
"Sensei, one day, I will defeat you. Don't underestimate me," Su Yu replied, gripping her hand and pulling himself up.
"Talk to me when that day comes," she chuckled.
"Alright, time to head back. Yukino should have breakfast ready for me," Su Yu said, glancing at the passersby.
"Su Yu-kun… you haven't—"
"Hiratsuka-sensei, you can ask Yui."
At that, Shizuka's face immediately turned red.
She glared daggers at him.
She knew Su Yu had probably taught Yuigahama Yui some questionable knowledge.
Even if they hadn't crossed the final line, they had to be close.
"Sensei, you're not—"
"Shut up, you damn brat! What the hell are you thinking?!"
"I was just inviting you to breakfast."
"Not interested!"
"Sensei, did you really think I was going to ask that? I'm not that curious. Besides, you doing something like that? Impossible. In my eyes, you're perfect."
"Enough nonsense! Move it before I beat you up!"
Su Yu wisely stopped talking and sprinted toward Sakurasou.
Shizuka watched him run off, her cheeks still tinged red.
Perfect?
She knew she wasn't as perfect as Su Yu made her out to be.
Back at home.
Yukino had already finished preparing breakfast.
After eating together, Su Yu went to wake up Yui.
Then, he called Tamura Nanako.
Upon hearing Su Yu's idea of responding to fan mail via video, Tamura's first reaction was confusion.
But after thinking about it, she quickly agreed.
They scheduled a recording session.
With that settled, Su Yu got into the car with Yukino and headed to her apartment.
The room that once belonged to Yukinoshita Haruno had been completely transformed.
A professional manga workstation had been set up.A brand-new computer and drawing equipment were neatly arranged.Even the bed and blankets were brand new.His wardrobe had been filled with new clothes.
Su Yu picked out a formal suit.
Then, after getting a pair of glasses from Yukino, he put them on.
Now, he looked several years older.
"When I saw you trying on suits last time, I felt like something was missing. Now I get it—you needed a more mature and refined look," Yukino said with a smile.
"Do you like me like this?" Su Yu adjusted his glasses.
"I love everything about you," she replied sweetly.
"Can we keep the driver waiting for thirty minutes?" Su Yu asked, stepping closer and pulling her into his arms.
"Nope. A few minutes at most," Yukino said, her smile turning mischievous.
"Fine. I'll see you tonight."
With that, Su Yu kissed her.
A few minutes later—
They took the elevator downstairs.
Their driver, waiting patiently, opened the door for them.
Before getting out, Yukino hesitated—
Then, after a brief glance at Su Yu, she leaned in and pressed a soft kiss to his cheek.
The driver glanced at them from the rearview mirror but quickly looked away.
Su Yu let go of Yukino's hand.
Her face slightly red, she stepped out of the car and walked into Flare Animation.
Su Yu turned to the driver.
"Take me to Future Manga Publishing."
"You're Yukinoshita-sama's boyfriend—essentially part of the Yukinoshita family. Wherever you need to go, I'll take you," the driver said.
"Do you know how to ride a motorcycle?" Su Yu suddenly asked.
"Yes, I have years of experience," she responded, surprised.
"Good. After dropping me off, head back to Yukino's apartment. There are a few motorcycles in the underground garage—I want to learn how to ride."
"Understood, Su Yu-sama," she said, starting the engine.
At Future Manga Publishing.
The moment Su Yu stepped out of the car, Tamura Nanako was already waiting.
Seeing him, her face lit up as she walked over.
"Su Yu-sensei, you look so handsome today! I've already spoken with Sato-san—she loves your idea. The makeup artist has arrived as well. Future Manga wants you to be the first mangaka to appear on video!"
Su Yu handed her a paper.
"I categorized fifty fan questions. Starting next issue, we'll number them directly on fan letters—it'll make everything smoother."
"Got it!" Tamura eagerly accepted the paper.
They headed inside.
Sato Yumiko had already prepared a recording room.
When the makeup artist saw Su Yu, she looked a bit surprised.
"I usually do makeup for idols, but at first glance, I seriously thought you were one," she remarked while working.
"Thanks for the compliment, but I have no plans to become an idol," Su Yu said.
The makeup artist chuckled.
Soon, she finished.
Tamura had everything ready.
Following Su Yu's script, they began filming.
Everything went smoothly.
Neither Su Yu nor Tamura made any mistakes.
The first video covered twenty questions.
It would be uploaded to Su Yu's personal channel on Monday, then reposted on the publisher's official account.
This was Future Manga's first attempt at something like this.
Sato Yumiko had agreed for two reasons—
The insane popularity of Yuru Camp.Yukinoshita Haruno's influence.
After filming.
Sato Yumiko invited Su Yu to her office.
"Su Yu-sensei, you're brilliant! This concept is genius!"
"This is just an experiment. It costs very little.
"If it succeeds, we can expand it—turn Future Manga's official channel into a hub for mangaka.
"Imagine—a variety show featuring mangaka themselves.
"It would help artists build stronger fanbases through video content," Su Yu explained.
Sato Yumiko opened her mouth—then closed it.
Wait.
It could actually work.