That day, Alice was having breakfast in the living room, and the television was broadcasting Osaka's morning news.
"Our station reported that the famous actor and singer Ryoma arrived in Osaka yesterday. According to his agent, Sayaka, Ryoma was invited by Kanto Manga Company to promote the new manga 'Luna Nueva' for the romance princess Rina...".
Alice was stunned. She got up with a "pop" and stared at the television without even wiping the milk from the corner of her lips.
"Ryoma!?"
After reading the full news and making sure there was no mistake, Alice felt a chill. Why had that guy come?
Ryoma, one of Japan's most popular idols, is extremely handsome and his appearance is unsurpassed in the entertainment industry. There was once a joke in the media that his face could allow him to be supported by Japanese women for his entire life without having to work.
It's not an exaggeration. In terms of strength, Ryoma is far behind A-list stars. However, he can be considered a man of legendary beauty, and his face is popular.
He has countless female followers throughout the country. Director Sato claimed that, with Ryoma starring in a movie alone, the box office could reach 10 billion yen.
Ryoma is known as the most handsome man in Japan, which might seem too absolute. However, there are now few handsome men and women in the entertainment industry who are not overshadowed when standing next to him. Even five regional idols like Rising Stars next to Ryoma would immediately become green leaves nurturing flowers.
This man is incomparably handsome, above a billion men...
"Ryoma and Kanto have joined forces!" Alice asked, a little nervous. She finished eating hastily and ran to the Sakura Garden Community.
"Takumi, did you see the morning news?"
. After getting out of the car, she asked Takumi, who opened the door.
"Huh? No. What's wrong?" Takumi, surprised by Alice's serious face, said: "How anxious are you? Is Kanto doing something new?"
"We'll talk about it after we go inside."
Alice didn't answer immediately. She and Takumi went into the house, drank a sip of water, and then she told him what had happened.
The morning news not only talked about Ryoma's visit to Osaka, but also his purpose: Ryoma will be the spokesperson for Rina's new manga, "Luna Nueva", not to mention the new manga for now. Do manga really have a spokesperson system? It's simply unheard of!
The news did not report on the specific matters, and more will come out in the coming days, but even if it doesn't leak, Alice can guess Kanto's plan.
Rina launched the manga "Luna Nueva", and this manga will undoubtedly be launched in "Weekly Boutique". Ryoma's visit to Osaka is not so much to support Rina, but rather as if Kanto Manga Company is using his popularity to increase sales of "Weekly Boutique".
Alice's face darkened slightly: "To deal with you, they really can think of any countermeasure."
Takumi thought the same. Kanto's methods seemed very strange to him, but he didn't care much.
"From what you said, is Ryoma just handsome? What's good about that?"
He didn't believe he would lose to someone who makes a living from their appearance.
"Hey." Takumi, don't underestimate the role of looks... Alice frowned slightly. Reality is more absurd than stories. Appearance has been a pursuit of humanity since ancient times. An attractive face is, without a doubt, a killer.
For example, Takumi is not a star, and his fame does not depend on his face. However, if his appearance were very ordinary, the cohesion of Mirai-sensei's fans would be halved, and not as many people would like him.
Appearance is part of strength, but Alice doesn't want to say it to criticize Takumi.
"Do you think Ryoma is nothing special?" Alice frowned and suddenly turned and shouted: "Aika-san, do you know Ryoma?"
"Ryoma?" Aika's voice resonated from the kitchen: "I see him often on television, what's wrong?"
"He's coming to Osaka for a concert, Aika-san, do you want to accompany me to see him?"
"Okay, I just want his autograph!"
After a conversation, Alice turned to look at Takumi and... She said: "Look, Ryoma is the first choice for the main role in romantic dramas, Aika-san knows him."
Takumi said nothing. Aika was not one to chase stars and was not interested in concerts. But the excuse Alice casually made up could attract her, which means Ryoma's charm is truly extraordinary.
"Does he sing well?"
he asked.
"Ryoma has a good face, and his other skills aren't bad either." Alice replied: "He has received several years of specialized training, and his acting and singing skills have reached professional standards." He's a perfect idol.
If someone wants to sell their image, they must also have strength. Ryoma's talent is not as good as top-tier stars', but it is more than enough for second and third-tier stars. In the eyes of ordinary people, there is no difference between him and renowned singers. In any case, they are all very professional.
"You seem to know him very well?"
Takumi sensitively noticed that Alice knew Ryoma very well.
"..."
Alice's body tensed.
"I was Ryoma's agent..." After a few seconds, she replied sadly: "His current artistic trajectory, including his makeup style, is mine, and his agent is also my junior."
"And..." Alice's gaze silently swept over Takumi and said: "I left the entertainment industry because I couldn't stand Ryoma's harassment."
Takumi was stunned. He remembered Alice's mysterious family situation. Could it be related to Ryoma? If so, then Ryoma is a person with bad character, who actually wants to get involved with a married woman.
"Takumi, what are you thinking?" Alice noticed Takumi's abnormality and coldly snorted: "Nothing happened between Ryoma and me, don't misunderstand me. Although he is excellent, he has a fatal flaw; I really can't stand him..."
"What are the deficiencies?" Takumi asked curiously.
"..." But Alice fell silent. She tensed her face and said: "This involves **, I can't say it... But Takumi, you must be careful with Ryoma!"
Takumi rarely saw Alice's serious expression. Although he didn't understand the reason, he had to nod.
"How much can Ryoma increase Weekly Boutique's sales?"
he asked again. This was the question that worried him the most.
"With his influence, he can undoubtedly achieve 20 million yen! And don't forget Rina, her appeal is not weak either. I can't calculate what they will bring together..." Alice frowned and shook her head.
"Forget it, I'll let the company's people do a calculation first, and you should prepare for the worst first."
She looked at Takumi, without a hint of a smile in her eyes.
"Besides, Takumi, I'm not just talking about manga... Ryoma is dangerous. This time he didn't just come to help Kanto; he must have other purposes. I want to remind you that, no matter what happens in the future, you must not go to see him, understand?"
Alice's eyes became like a cat's, her pupils slightly raised, full of pressure.
Takumi couldn't help but nod: "Okay, I'll listen to you."
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