Because there isn't an option of showering first, or eating first, or eating me first.
Natsuhiko politely turned down his senior's request for another bowl.
Instead, he opened the game on his phone.
"Junior, you're really into games!"
Mai asked while putting food in her mouth.
About that.
It's undeniable.
Actually.
Besides phone games, Natsuhiko has also played video games for many years. It's one of his few hobbies, and his house is full of handheld consoles and PlayStations.
"If I wasn't a bit of a good-for-nothing, I might be a new-age manga artist, novelist, director, or entertainment big shot!"
"Pfft."
Hearing his boasting, Mai couldn't help but laugh.
"Manga artist and novelist are quite possible, but director and entertainment big shot, junior..."
Mai's eyes were filled with teasing.
"Do you have that much energy?"
"You're looking down on me. If I get serious, you might be a supporting actress in my work."
Mai is underestimating him, Natsuhiko.
Not to mention the vast knowledge in his mind.
Just talking about making anime, manga, and novels.
Maybe one day he'll get a related skill, and then he'll start an ACG kingdom.
But that's not very interesting.
At Shuchiin, he didn't learn much else, but he did learn a bit about the minds of those in power.
Manga and novels take too much time. If he really wants to get into those industries, he can just invest. There are plenty of people who will perfect and implement his ideas.
He doesn't even have to spend time, which is great.
If it's about making money.
His current cooking skills can already provide him with food and clothing.
If it wasn't for the "Esper" thing, he might have really entered the entertainment industry.
"But why a supporting role? I have the looks and the acting skills. You think you can get rid of me with a supporting role?"
The senior flipped her hair.
Her eyes were electric.
It has to be said.
Sakurajima Mai really has the right to say that.
TV dramas, radio dramas, stage plays, variety shows. Despite not doing kissing scenes or having any suggestive shots, she's definitely not just a pretty face.
She's a talented actress.
You can tell.
The senior is always radiant when she talks about acting.
This kind of senior.
No wonder she was so popular a few years ago.
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"Senior, after you can completely control your Esper ability, are you still planning to continue your acting career?"
When this question was brought up.
Mai's face darkened.
"Even if I can control my Esper ability, my agency won't agree to my requests..."
Her voice was a little bitter.
Huh? Something's not right.
Natsuhiko tentatively asked.
"Who's your agency president?"
"It's my mom's agency."
I knew it!
Sakurajima Mai still hasn't been able to get rid of her mother's control. Even if she returns to the entertainment industry, she won't have the freedom to choose.
Now Natsuhiko understands.
Natsuhiko looked calmly at Mai-senpai.
"Then, when you can control your Esper ability, I'll start an agency!"
"Huh?"
Mai-senpai's shock was obvious.
This was a thought that just came to him.
Since Mai-senpai is still trapped in her mother's agency, Natsuhiko can just start an agency to sign Mai.
Natsuhiko has no doubt that Mai-senpai can become popular again.
So, starting an agency isn't about making money for him, and he doesn't plan to be involved in the specific management.
He'll just safely invest and be the president.
As for connections.
Natsuhiko's eyes darkened.
He doesn't lack those.
It's a small-scale agency now, but it might not be in the future!
Natsuhiko didn't continue to elaborate on this.
In short, it's a sure-win project.
"Do you have the money to start an agency?"
Seeing Natsuhiko's confident look, Mai was very curious.
"You don't have to worry about that. Just agree to transfer to our agency when the time comes, Mai-senpai."
Natsuhiko finished the coffee in his mug in one gulp.
"When did I say I'd join your agency?"
"Huh? You don't agree? Don't worry, I'll figure out your mother's side. When your Esper ability is under control, you can focus on your acting..."
The coffee was just instant coffee, so the taste was average.
Mai didn't expect that their casual chat would lead her junior to have the idea of starting an agency. Is it that easy to start an agency?
She wanted to dissuade him.
But the junior had already changed the subject and wasn't mentioning it anymore.
She knew that this junior had money.
But she didn't expect him to take out money to start an agency. That's not how you should spend money.
Mai thought of her mother.
She couldn't help but sigh.
She had wanted to leave her mother's agency for a long time, but it's easier said than done.
If they hadn't had a conflict.
She wouldn't have gone to Hoshinoumi High School.
Would her mother allow her to transfer agencies?
The answer seemed to be no.
Thinking of this.
She suddenly realized.
She seemed to be taking things for granted.
After all.
Her Esper ability, the one they called "Forgetting," is still out of control. Isn't saying this now the same as assuming that her junior can help her solve this problem in a short time?
Oh well.
No matter what.
She can only take things one step at a time.
The worst-case scenario is another conflict with her mother.
...
When Mai finished eating.
When she finished cleaning up the dishes.
It was already 10:00 PM.
"Aren't you going back, junior?"
Mai's voice was as soft as a mosquito, with a hint of unease.
Natsuhiko didn't plan to go back.
"Huh? It's so late, do you want me to go back?"
Hearing this.
The anxiety that had just arisen seemed to be doused with water.
This kid didn't plan to go back from the moment he came.
Looking at Natsuhiko's smiling face.
Sakurajima Mai seemed startled and crossed her arms over her chest.
"This is forbidden!"
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