Girl idols are meant to be exploited!

Sanjiao Chuhua looked up at him, tears glistening in his eyes.

No way, is her parents' identity such a secret?

Could it be that... there was some undisclosed dispute between their two families? Was that why she had been hiding it from Xiangzi, hoping to avoid affecting their relationship?

"Don't worry, I won't tell."

Xingchuan Taku patted her shoulder and said, "Whatever grudges there were between your previous generations, it has nothing to do with you and Xiangzi. I won't tell anyone."

Hoshikawa Taku's guess seemed to be "completely correct". Upon hearing this, Sanjiao Chuhua did not deny it at all, and even breathed a sigh of relief as if he had been pardoned.

"Thank you... Thank you so much, Mr. Hoshikawa..."

"Don't worry, I won't tell..."

Although Taku Hoshikawa agreed verbally, he became more interested in this matter in his heart.

I didn't expect that there was such a relationship between Sanjiao Chuhua's parents and Xiangzi's parents. Should I find an opportunity to talk to Fengchuan Qing again and get the details from him?

Maybe it can come in handy.

Speaking of which... my guess is too accurate. I was able to guess the truth just by relying on clues.

Taku Hoshikawa was a little impressed by his own intuition.

Once I become financially independent, I might as well become a detective. Maybe I can use my terrifying intuition to solve some big cases...

Hoshikawa Taku was just thinking about it casually, and soon focused on the matter at hand.

Now that he has accidentally got the "handle" of Sanjiao Chuhua, Xingchuan Taku will naturally not let go of this godsend opportunity.

He pretended to be embarrassed and said slowly: "Chuhua, of course I want to sign you... but you also know that my small agency is not on the same level as your previous one."

"Honestly, even if we sign you, we might not be able to provide you with the same resources and treatment as before... The salary, exposure, and performance conditions will probably be significantly reduced..."

He paused deliberately to observe the other person's reaction.

"I don't care!"

Sanjiao Chuhua immediately straightened up and said quickly, "As long as I can be with Xiangzi, I'm willing to do it even if I don't get paid!"

Hoshikawa Taku was stunned for a moment.

Are the young girls these days really all from such wealthy families that they are all scrambling to come and work for free?

This is the case with Nagasaki Suyo and the same is true for Sankaku Hatsuka in front of her.

But if you think about it carefully, it makes sense - if she is really the daughter of a senior executive of the Toyokawa Group, then her monthly pocket money is probably more than what she earns from working as an idol for a year.

She may have become an idol just to become famous, or she may simply like the feeling of being on the stage.

There are also many truly wealthy ladies who enter the entertainment industry because of their interest, and she might be one of them.

However, Taku Hoshikawa would naturally not really let the other party work for free. Chuhua himself was willing, but Xiangzi would not be happy when he found out.

"Of course, although my conditions are limited, I won't let you work for nothing. At least... I will give you the same treatment as Xiangzi."

Hoshikawa Taku pretended to be generous and authentic.

At first glance, this sentence sounds like he is taking care of Sanjiao Chuhua, but in fact he is deliberately lowering her value.

After all, Xiangzi is a newcomer who just debuted, while Sanjiao Chuhua is a big star who has been famous for many years. In terms of resources, qualifications, market conditions, and bargaining power, they are not on the same dimension at all.

If it were an ordinary artist, upon hearing the words "treat them the same as newcomers", they would probably turn hostile on the spot.

but……

"Really?!"

Sanjiao Chuhua seemed to have heard of some great blessing, and his eyes sparkled brightly. "Thank you so much for letting me have the same contract as Xiangzi... I'm really, really happy!"

This kid really has no sense of economics... I'm afraid he'll be sold and have to help others count the money.

Although Hoshikawa Taku complained like this in his heart, if the other party wanted to sell himself to him, then it would be "a different matter."

Xingchuan Taku enthusiastically shook hands with Sanjiao Chuhua and said, "Chuhua, don't worry, I will definitely keep the lead singer position of Galaxy Battleship for you..."

Chapter 274: Professional ethics of personal assistant Lupa.

The day soon arrived when Mizuno Ai was discharged from the hospital.

Mizuno Ai finally took off her hospital gown and changed into casual clothes.

It is approaching summer and the temperature is gradually rising, but she still wears long-sleeved shirts and long pants, lace gloves on her hands, and a three-piece set of mask, sunglasses and hat on her face, covering herself tightly.

This is not only to cover up the wounds on the body, but also to conceal one's identity.

As one of the most talked-about idols right now, if she shows up on the street, her photo will probably be on the entertainment headlines the next day.

As he helped her pack, Hoshikawa Taku said, "Xiao Ai, I've rented an apartment near the office for you and Ms. Hasegawa. You only need to walk a few minutes to get there every day. I've also set aside a dance studio for you there so you can do your rehabilitation and I can take care of you more conveniently."

"That does sound very convenient..."

Mizuno Ai blinked, her eyes fell on Hoshikawa Taku's face, and her tone suddenly softened, "But Mr. Hoshikawa, wouldn't it be more convenient if I lived with you directly? You could also take better care of me at night... right?"

Her voice is soft and sweet, with a hint of coquettishness and undisguised ambiguity at the end, like honey melting in the afternoon sun, making it difficult to tell whether it is gentleness or temptation.

Hoshikawa Taku coughed lightly and said seriously, "Well... after all, you're an idol too. It would be terrible if people found out you were living with someone of the opposite sex. It would be better for Miss Hasegawa to live with you."

"Anyway, you can see me every day from now on. No matter when, I can show up quickly if you call me."

This is just one of the reasons. The more important reason is that Taku Hoshikawa is now living with Kikuri Hiroi.

If Mizuno Ai lived with him, how could he indulge in sexual pleasure with Hiroi Kikuri at night?

We can't have three of us together, right?

Hoshikawa Taku knew that with Mizuno Ai's current affection for him, she would agree without hesitation if he confessed to her.

In order to satisfy herself, she might even take the initiative to try various ways to serve herself.

But...it's hard to say whether she can accept having other female companions around her.

He secretly glanced at Mizuno Ai, who was sitting next to him and watching him pack his things. Now her "yandere" feeling was so strong that it almost showed in her eyes, which made Hoshikawa Taku a little nervous.

She appears to be gentle and well-behaved, but what if one night she gets provoked, takes out a dagger from under her pillow and slits her own throat, and then commits suicide to die with me?

Therefore, before making any "statement", he must figure out to what extent Mizuno Ai's mental state is stable?

Do you have a tendency towards extremes? Will you be pushed to the brink of collapse if you are provoked?

There can be no rush.

Just like taming a wounded animal, you need to comfort her slowly, guide her slowly, and let her get used to the reality that she is not the only one around you while she is completely dependent on you.

Only after her emotions have stabilized to a certain extent can Taku Hoshikawa take the next more "deep" action towards her.

Mizuno Aika didn't know that Hoshikawa Taku was thinking so much. She just felt a little sorry, but was still happy that she could be discharged from the hospital and had more opportunities to meet Hoshikawa Taku.

She raised her head and gave Hoshikawa Taku a sweet smile. The sunlight shining through the window fell on her eyelashes, making them sparkle.

Agent Hasegawa, who was also packing his things at the moment, saw this and a complex emotion flashed in his eyes.

In her previous agency, she always warned her artists not to fall in love and to keep social distance from any men. If they were photographed, it would cause a "devastating" blow to their idol career.

However, since this accident, she never said such words to Mizuno Ai again.

This accident caused great psychological trauma to Mizuno Ai. She urgently needed someone to rely on and spiritual sustenance.

And that reliance is Taku Hoshikawa.

She could see that Mizuno Ai had already regarded Hoshikawa Taku as her "emotional anchor", and if she tried to interfere with him using past standards, it would probably backfire.

Of course she wouldn't say anything unromantic.

Forget it... let's just have a relationship.

If I am really photographed by the media one day, the worst that can happen is that I will quit the circle.

Anyway, Mizuno Ai has now received compensation from the agency and is an absolute rich woman. Even if she retires from the entertainment industry, she can still live a comfortable life.

After zipping up the last suitcase, Mizuno Ai stood at the door of the ward and looked back quietly at the place where she had gone through the lowest point in her life.

The white sheets, the air filled with the smell of medicine, the pot of lilies on the bedside table that were on the verge of withering... She once thought that her life would wither like this flower.

But now, she is discharged from the hospital.

She is not alone, but is picked up by Taku Hoshikawa himself. Her life may usher in a new highlight.

Mizuno Ai secretly glanced at the person standing next to her, and she suddenly felt that those scars and those nightmares were not so scary anymore.

She even began to look forward to her future life.

She smiled slightly, withdrew her gaze, turned around and walked forward.

The three of them left through the back door of the inpatient department, avoiding reporters who might be lurking at the main entrance.

When going down the stairs, Mizuno Ai stumbled slightly, and Hoshikawa Taku immediately turned around and reached out to hold her shoulders.

"Are you okay?"

He asked with concern.

"It's okay, my legs are just a little weak."

Mizuno Ai raised her head, smiled at him through her sunglasses, and said softly, "Mr. Hoshikawa...thank you."

Taku Hoshikawa didn't say anything, just said "hmm" softly, but subconsciously slowed down his pace and didn't let go of the hand that was holding her.

When they reached the exit, a business car had already been parked there. A mixed-race girl with short hair and a healthy wheat-colored complexion was standing by the car, waving and greeting everyone.

"Manager, this way!"

This person was naturally Lupa, Taku Hoshikawa's assistant. The moment she saw Mizuno Ai, she was obviously stunned.

Even though the brim of the hat was pulled down very low, the sunglasses covered most of the face, the mask tightly wrapped the lower half of the face, and even lace gloves were worn on the hands, Lupa still recognized the figure, the temperament, and the familiar feeling of "as if walking out of the screen" at a glance.

"...Ms. Mizuno?"

She couldn't help but whispered a confirmation.

Mizuno Ai tilted her head, nodded slightly, and said in a clear voice: "Hello, just call me Xiao Ai."

"I...I'm Lupa, Mr. Hoshikawa's assistant. Nice to meet you!"

Lupa was so surprised that his voice unconsciously rose half a degree higher than usual.

Oh my god, the manager actually signed her!

This was also the first time that Lupa saw Mizuno Ai up close.

Even though she had heard from Taku Hoshikawa that he had signed Mizuno Ai, she was still skeptical.

After all, Mizuno Ai is currently a top idol. How could she leave her comfort zone and come to Hoshikawa Taku, a startup company that doesn't even have a few artists?

But now, the other person was standing in front of her. She was not the high and mighty idol, but a girl with a slightly sickly look, a gentle tone, and elegant manners, as if she was just an ordinary and slightly shy girl.

She seemed so real, not like a false illusion at all.

"Hey, Lupa, what are you thinking about? It's time to get in the car."

When Taku Hoshikawa saw Lupa suddenly froze, he waved his hand in front of her with some confusion.

"Oh, sorry... the air conditioner is on in the car, please get in!"

Lupa came to his senses and quickly opened the back door.

Normally, Lupa would drive and Taku Hoshikawa would sit in the passenger seat, but this time, Taku Hoshikawa sat in the back seat for the first time, sitting side by side with Ai Mizuno.

The female agent, on the other hand, sat silently in the passenger seat, as if intending to leave space for the two people in the back seat.

Not long after the car started driving, Lupa noticed through the rearview mirror that Mizuno Ai seemed very sleepy. She slowly leaned her head on Hoshikawa Taku's shoulder, and subconsciously wrapped her arms around his arms.

And Hoshikawa Taku didn't push her away, but silently adjusted his position to let her sleep more peacefully.

Lupa couldn't believe what he saw.

Isn't this a bit too intimate...only couples would do this, right?

Lupa couldn't help but glance at the agent lady sitting in the passenger seat next to him. She seemed to have noticed this as well, but she seemed to have tacitly agreed. Her expression was a little complicated, but she didn't say anything to stop him.

how so……?

Lupa's professionalism quickly led him to realize that the relationship between Mizuno Ai and Hoshikawa Taku was probably unusual.

How many people does his boss have ambiguous relationships with... He even "conquered" Mizuno Ai?