After finishing the cake, Yuzuru gently wiped Ai's mouth and lightly poked her cute puffed-up cheeks with his finger.
"Gulp~"
A hint of helplessness flashed in Ai's eyes, but more than that, there was her unique aloofness and pride.
She gave Yuzuru a disdainful look, pouted slightly, and said irritably, "Alright, alright!"
"Satisfied, satisfied, extremely satisfied! Ai is the best!"
Yuzuru stood up in a cheerful mood, stretched his arms, and relaxed his whole body.
In the afternoon, sunlight streamed through the floor-to-ceiling windows, casting soft golden threads into the room.
Beside her was Ai, a cool and aloof girl with a hint of annoyance, covering her mouth with her hand; in front of her was a group of beautiful and charming girls playing and frolicking in the pool.
At that moment, the sense of accomplishment reached its peak.
"Hmph, all you do is bully me!"
Ai looked at his smug expression, snorted, and turned to walk towards the pool. Her back view was like that of a proud little princess.
Yuzuru smiled and followed.
When the two walked over, Ayako, who was sitting quietly by the pool, letting the water flow over her proud chest, turned her head slightly and asked softly, "Hanyu, Ai, have you finished eating?"
"Yes, I'm done eating."
With a smile, Yuzuru reached out and patted Ai's head.
Upon hearing Yuzuru's reply, Ai instantly became angry, kicked him without hesitation, and then turned her head away without saying a word.
Seeing this, Ayako, who was unaware of what was going on, smiled and said, "Then let's come down and play together."
"Alright, why aren't you playing with Ran and the others anymore, Ayako-nee?"
As Yuzuru spoke, he walked into the water, sat down next to her shoulder, and their bodies touched, feeling each other's temperature through the cool pool water.
Ai then ran towards the deep pool.
Ayako leaned her body naturally against his shoulder and said gently, "You're tired from playing. Take a rest and think about the things you need to deal with tomorrow."
Yuzuru nodded. "Ayako-nee, don't work too hard. You should relax when you need to."
"Um."
Ayako responded softly, but from her thoughtful expression, it was clear that she didn't take it to heart and still had no intention of relaxing.
As the least conspicuous of the women in front of this young man, Ayako had long ago clearly defined her position in his heart: to silently help him handle some tedious tasks from behind.
That's all, I ask for nothing more.
After all, in terms of youth and beauty, she couldn't compare to her energetic younger sisters Sonoko and Kazuha; in terms of being well-behaved and sensible, she couldn't compare to Akemi, who always stayed by Hanyu Nan's side. Her only advantage was that she had inherited some of her mother's business acumen.
However, money and power mean absolutely nothing to Hanyu Kusunoki, who is as omnipotent as a god playing with the world.
Ayako had once considered whether she should give up managing the company and, like her younger sister, spend every day carefree, laughing and playing with Yuzuru.
However, she ultimately rejected the idea.
Everyone has their own unique value and their own area of expertise. He is never short of girls with unique charm around him, so he doesn't need to give up his only advantage.
This is not the life she wants, nor is it the impression she wants to leave in his heart.
What she wanted was a unique place of her own in Yuzuru Hanyu's colorful world, a place where she would be recognized and needed not only because of her appearance or personality, but also because of her abilities and contributions.
Since the gods wish to play among mortals, she only needs to be a servant who silently handles their chores, adding a unique touch to their games in her own way, making their world more wonderful because of her presence.
Looking at Ayako, who was deep in thought with her brows furrowed, Yuzuru guessed what she was thinking. He then gently put his arm around her smooth right shoulder and said softly, "Don't think too much. In my heart, no matter what kind of Ayako-nee is, she is incredibly precious."
The woman beside him was the one he spent the least time with and felt the most guilty towards.
No matter when or where, if he causes any trouble, Ayako will handle the potential consequences for him immediately.
When he called, she would always say gently, "Okay, I'll arrange it right away."
That is why he has performed so many miracles in front of others, yet his leisurely life has not been affected in the slightest, and he can still be a source of amusement for ordinary people.
Ayako tilted her head slightly to look at him, her eyes full of tenderness. "I know, it feels much easier with you by my side."
“Okay, it’s settled then. From now on, Ayako-nee will have to take a day off every weekend and come to the villa to keep me company.”
Yuzuru raised an eyebrow and made a request.
"this……"
Ayako hesitated for a moment.
Yuzuru gazed at her silently, without saying a word.
After a half-minute standoff, Ayako backed down and said gently, "Alright, I'll do whatever Yuzuru says."
"That's right, Ayako-nee, you just need to do what you like, I'll take care of everything."
Yu Sheng Nan smiled slightly, then reached out and gently tucked a few strands of hair that had fallen onto her cheek behind her ear.
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