Mai Sakurajima's mother snorted coldly. "My opinion is Mai's opinion. Do you know how much liquidated damages I paid for the scandal between the two of you?" The woman glared sharply, her voice filled with disappointment. "Now the company needs Mai to shoot a swimsuit ad to recover losses, but that girl insists on canceling the contract. Do you know that this will cause her to be hidden by the company?"
Renji Kamisaka shrugged, his gaze remaining calm. "I didn't know that before, but now I do." He smiled faintly. "It's good to cancel the contract. As her boyfriend, I don't want Mai to shoot any swimsuit photos for the advertisement." He added confidently, "In fact, Mai promised me not to kiss."
Hearing this, Mai Sakurajima's mother couldn't help but sneer. "What a great joke! How can an actor not do kissing scenes?" She crossed her arms. "Besides, what's wrong with taking a swimsuit ad? It's the best way to show your charm and expand your acting career. Do you mean because of you, Mai has to give up her acting career and become an ordinary person?"
"I didn't say that she had to give up her acting career." Renji Kamisaka looked at the iceberg beauty in front of him and said seriously, "I plan to establish a film and television company in the future. Mai can act in any script she wants!"
"Huh? Are you kidding?" Mai Sakurajima's mother looked at Renji Kamisaka with disdain as if she had heard the funniest joke. She scoffed, "Boy, I know you're handsome and it's no problem for you to support yourself as a gigolo. But you're just a high school student. Don't you think it's too shameless to start your own film and television company?"
Renji Kamisaka was scorned by the iceberg beauty, but he wasn't deterred. He calmly pulled out a document from behind him and handed it to her. "What's this?" Mai Sakurajima's mother raised her eyebrows and looked at him in confusion.
"Auntie, you'll know when you see it for yourself."
Mai Sakurajima's mother took it and looked at it with half-doubt, and her eyes widened instantly. "This is... shares of SAO Virtual Reality Game Company? A large multinational company? Is this real?" Mai Sakurajima's mother opened her mouth wide in shock.
"I don't think I should have to lie that much." Renji smiled contentedly. "I'll tell you one more thing. This part is a project I'm working on with the Yukinoshita family, and its value will continue to increase in the future."
Mai Sakurajima's mother stared at him in shock, her cheeks slightly flushed. "Ahem... In that case, I can temporarily accept your relationship with Mai, but can you promise to always treat her well?" When she said this, Mai Sakurajima's mother was very serious. As a woman who divorced due to her husband's infidelity, she distrusted handsome men the most. But truly capable ones were an exception. Because Renji Kamisaka had proven that he was capable of protecting Mai, it was not impossible for the two to reach this point.
"Of course, I will always treat Mai well, I promise!" Renji said, emphasizing each word.
Mai Sakurajima's mother looked at Renji Kamisaka's handsome face and sighed. "Has Mai ever told you why she entered the entertainment industry?"
"Because she likes it. Mai has liked acting out scripts since she was a child and wanted to play various roles." Renji answered without hesitation.
"You're right. She became an actress because she liked it. So if she ruins her acting career because of you now, she will definitely regret it in the future."
After communicating, Renji Kamisaka found that although Mai Sakurajima's mother was a bit arrogant, she still cared for Mai. Of course, she also valued money. After all, as a formal agent, she also had to consider money. This was capital for her and Mai's future life. Money was very important.
The issue was resolved. Renji Kamisaka used the shares of the virtual reality game company that Ryunosuke Akasaka had won and the Yukinoshita family's name to convince Mai Sakurajima's mother.
After dealing with this, he sent a message to Mai Sakurajima.
Renji Kamisaka: Senior, I've dealt with your mother. She's convinced.
Mai Sakurajima: Really? How did you deal with her? You didn't... do anything to my mother?
Renji Kamisaka: Nonsense, am I that kind of person?
Mai Sakurajima: Hard to say.
Renji Kamisaka: ...
After a moment of silence, he replied.
Renji Kamisaka: You're not allowed to take any swimsuit ad shoots. Also, I'm going to spank your little butt when I get back. You actually think so badly of me. I'm angry!
Seeing this, Mai Sakurajima blushed. But she still replied.
Mai Sakurajima: I know. I'll be back as soon as possible. Ah, my mother is calling. I guess it's about terminating the contract and changing companies. I'll be busy.
After finishing the chat, Renji Kamisaka also returned to Sakurasou Dorm.
Looking at the beautiful woman in a suit in front of her, Mai Sakurajima's eyes were complex. "Mother."
"Yes." Mai Sakurajima's mother nodded gently, a hint of satisfaction on her face. "I've understood the problem. That boy is indeed qualified to be your boyfriend and protect you." She let out a long sigh. "This time, we will pay a large amount of liquidated damages and will be banned by the company. We can only choose another company. You must think clearly."
Mai Sakurajima nodded vigorously. "I've thought very clearly! I will never shoot any swimsuit ads." This must be an unspoken rule. She wouldn't be fooled. Besides, she had attracted a lot of attention due to her identity as an actress, which also brought trouble. If those swimsuit photos circulated, there might be more rumors about her.
Seeing her daughter's determined eyes, Mai Sakurajima's mother nodded with satisfaction. "Then, get ready. Besides work, you also have to find a way to hold on to such an excellent boyfriend. Otherwise... if he cheats on you, just wait and cry!" As if recalling her own sad story, Mai Sakurajima's mother's eyes dimmed.
Mai Sakurajima was a little embarrassed. That man not only cheated on his wife but also had many relationships. Besides, Mai Sakurajima was the one who came later... But she didn't tell her mother.
That night, Renji Kamisaka sneaked into Shiina Mahiru's room. He wasn't a man who easily got bored. Moreover, Angel-sama was truly cute. More importantly, she could be touched. And if he only teased Yukinoshita, he would be blocked, and only through beautiful misunderstandings could they build a relationship. There was still a long way to go.
Shiina Mahiru leaned in Renji Kamisaka's arms. Her golden hair clung to her cheek from sweat. Her delicate face flashed with an appealing blush. She held Renji's naughty hand on her waist, glared at him, and said, "~Behave, you have to go to school tomorrow."
"Alright, let's chat, since we can't sleep anyway." Renji Kamisaka touched her hair and kissed her forehead. "Mahiru, how have you been getting along with Yumiko and the others recently?"
"Fortunately, our relationship is getting better." Shiina Mahiru said, unable to help but pout. "Yumiko's been a little enthusiastic about you recently, have you noticed?"
"I noticed it, but so what? She won't easily accept it." Renji smiled. "Now that she's overcome the loss brought by Hayama, does that prove that I've completed Mahiru's commission?"
"Yes, you're the best. So, what did you do when Yumiko ran away crying that day?"
"I just hugged her and comforted her with a few words, and I definitely didn't do anything else."
"Pfft, I believe you." Shiina Mahiru gently poked his chin with her finger. You can do anything.
"Come to think of it, is Hina also enthusiastic about you?" Shiina Mahiru looked at him suspiciously. "You don't have feelings for Hina, do you?"
Renji Kamisaka rolled his eyes. "Ebina just wanted to experience the wedding experience. After all, all her friends had experienced it, and it wouldn't be good for her to be left out. It's not because she likes me." He touched her hair and immediately changed the subject. "Mahiru, did your mother call you after that?"
Hearing this, the girl couldn't help but bury her cheek in his embrace. "No." Her voice trembled. "They seem to have forgotten me. They didn't just call, they didn't even send a single message." Tears began to well up. "Hey, have I been abandoned?" She sobbed. "They think I already have someone to rely on, so they think they don't need to care about me anymore, and they can divorce and find their own love, right?"
Seeing her tearful appearance, Renji Kamisaka lowered his head with heartache. He lifted her head and kissed Mahiru's cherry lips. "I'm sorry, I was too nosy and had to mention it." He hugged her tightly. "No matter what happens, I will always be your family, Mahiru. I will always care about you and love you."
"Yeah... Renji, it's good to have you." Shiina Mahiru said, holding his hand.
"Even if you coax me, I can't do it. Forgive me." Mahiru whispered, embarrassed.
"Hehe, how do you know it won't work if you don't try?" Renji Kamisaka hugged her and turned over. Continue his wild posture.
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