"If you're free, how about we go for a walk outside? It'll help you digest your food and clear your head. What do you think?"

Asakawa Yu looked down at Miyano Akemi, who was still in his arms, and asked while stroking her head.

"Me? I'll do whatever you say."

Miyano Akemi looked up at Asakawa Yu, then tightened her arms around his waist, seemingly still savoring the feeling.

"Let's go then."

Seeing that Asakawa Yu was about to get up, Miyano Akemi had no choice but to reluctantly stand up as well.

After tidying up, the two smiled at each other and walked out of the house side by side.

As they walked, Miyano Akemi seemed to be glancing at Asakawa Hayao's slightly swaying hand, intentionally or unintentionally.

If I just take his hand, the boss... probably won't refuse, right?

But wouldn't that make me seem too...? No, no! What am I thinking?! She's now Asakawa Yu's official girlfriend, it's just holding hands, it should be...

Asakawa Yu seemed to have noticed that Miyano Akemi was hesitating about something. When he shifted his gaze, he saw her restless little hands.

In an instant, Asakawa Yu understood what Miyano Akemi wanted to do.

Without much thought, Asakawa Yu immediately grasped Miyano Akemi's hand, holding that restless little hand tightly in his own.

Ok? ? ?

Seemingly surprised, Miyano Akemi turned to look at Asakawa Yu, only to see his enigmatic smile.

Immediately, Miyano Akemi knew that her little secret had been discovered, but apart from feeling shy at first, all that remained was joy and emotion.

It's clear that Asakawa Yu was genuinely considering her thoughts and acted on them without hesitation.

In that instant, Akemi Miyano felt how right her choice had been, and how truly happy she was now!

Gradually, Miyano Akemi's five fingers joined Asakawa Yu's palm, and she applied slight pressure until her fingers were interlocked.

People on the street watched the couple and couldn't help but marvel at the hazy beauty of their relationship.

Walking down the street, neither of them spoke, simply strolling along, savoring the moment.

Unfortunately, it seemed that fate couldn't bear to see them living too well. Just as the two of them were quietly taking a break, someone walking in front of them completely disrupted their peace.

Akemi Miyano looked up at the person slowly walking towards them. Her pupils couldn't help but shrink, and a slight ripple appeared in her eyes, but she quickly regained her composure, even showing a hint of sweetness.

Because the reflection in her pupils revealed another person's face, and only his reflection remained.

Shuichi Akai? !

Why is he here?

Looking at that familiar knitted hat and that unchanging poker face, a multitude of thoughts flashed through Asakawa Yu's mind.

Although he was puzzled as to why Shuichi Akai was here, Hane Asakawa did not make any strange moves.

He casually looked away, but unfortunately, Shuichi Akai's captivating dark green eyes inadvertently swept over his face.

Their eyes met...

Although it was only for a moment, Asakawa Yu could still see a hint of surprise in Akai Shuichi's eyes, but perhaps thanks to his years of training, Akai Shuichi quickly returned to his calm and composed demeanor.

Did you recognize yourself...?

Thinking back to that time at the bus stop, Asakawa Yu knew that Akai Shuichi had most likely recognized her.

Asakawa Yu remained calm in response. After all, even if Akai Shuichi did recognize him, so what? He didn't stand out too much in front of Akai Shuichi, so why would he suspect him for no reason?

However, unlike Asakawa Hayao, Miyano Akemi did not perform very well in this area.

The moment Miyano saw Shuichi Akai, she clearly wavered for a fleeting instant.

Whether it was because she saw Shuichi Akai again or something else, Akemi Miyano subconsciously moved closer to Yu Asakawa, trying to find some sense of security.

Is it him again?

Indeed, Shuichi Akai recognized Yu Asakawa. He remembered the man who had comforted his sister at the bus stop last time.

However, Shuichi Akai's thoughts didn't linger for long before his gaze turned curiously once again to the woman who was leaning towards Asakawa Hayao's back.

This person must be his girlfriend, but why is she acting like this? Is it because she's afraid of him?

But the next second, Shuichi Akai's pupils contracted slightly, and for the first time, his usually calm expression showed surprise.

Ming...Mingmei? !

The moment Shuichi Akai saw this woman, an image of a woman flashed into his mind. This woman, hiding behind Asakawa Hayao and relying on him, gradually overlapped with the lingering figure in his mind.

Seeing this, Asakawa Yu subtly shifted his feet, blocking Miyano Akemi's figure behind him.

His lips trembled slightly, but no sound came out.

"You're all I see!"

Akemi blinked her right eye mischievously, and with a slight parting of her red lips, spoke in a voice that only Asakawa Yu could hear.

"Excuse me, could you please move aside?"

Just as Asakawa Yu was about to say something to Miyano Akemi, a voice without any emotional fluctuation came to her ears.

It turned out that Shuichi Akai had already walked up to them. Seeing the two of them standing on the street exchanging glances, Shuichi Akai was somewhat displeased with this scene for some reason.

For a moment, even Shuichi Akai himself was somewhat surprised.

What happened? How did I suddenly...?

But he soon realized why he had lost his composure.

Is it because of her?

Shuichi Akai once again turned his gaze to Akemi Miyano, looking at this woman who resembled him so much.

However, due to Asakawa Hayao's obstruction, Akai Shuichi did not see it clearly.

"Let's go, so we don't block other people's way."

Regardless of what Shuichi Akai was thinking, Asakawa Yu, holding Miyano Akemi's hand, walked past Shuichi Akai, leaving only a receding figure behind.

Watching the figure that was almost gone, Shuichi Akai stood there, motionless for a long time.

Perhaps it was seeing the object that reminded him of her, or perhaps... it was because of guilt towards that girl...

"I remember, that person... was the owner of a coffee shop... I should go and take a look sometime, it's been a long time since I've sat down and enjoyed a cup of coffee..."

On the street, Shuichi Akai stood still, watching the two who had long since left, muttering to himself.

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