Chapter 47

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Inside a side hall of the New High Wheel Hotel, almost all the agents had gathered there.

Some agents from the same agency or those with closer relationships were chatting in small groups, while Kawanaka Hane sat alone in a corner, drinking water continuously, lost in thought...

"Are you Mr. Kawanaka?" A woman in her thirties approached. She had an ordinary appearance, but Kawanaka Hane did not underestimate her at all. He sensed a hint of danger from her.

"Yes, I am. May I ask who you are?" Kawanaka Hane stood up and greeted her.

"I am Iijima Mie... It's an honor to meet you, Mr. Kawanaka. You look much younger in person. However, you seem a bit aloof, which isn't a good trait for an agent," Iijima Mie's attitude was very gentle, making one feel very comfortable.

"Thank you for your compliment, Iijima-san... I am naturally like this. I don't hold back my smiles for those who truly understand me," Kawanaka Hane glanced at some agents not far away who were looking in his direction.

Iijima Mie took out a business card and handed it to Kawanaka Hane.

"Mr. Kawanaka, this is my business card. I hope you won't refuse it."

"Thank you, Iijima-senpai." Kawanaka Hane gently accepted the card.

Iijima Mie excused herself and left.

Seeing Iijima Mie leave, Kawanaka Hane's eyes flickered... What did this woman mean?

He was just an unknown agent from a small agency. Why would she take the initiative to talk to him?

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Contrary to expectations, at this year's Film Academy Awards ceremony, "Always: Sunset on Third Street" swept all the major awards except for Best Actress.

This result sparked strong dissatisfaction and质疑 among the media, professionals, and fans. A large number of fans gathered at the entrance of the New High Wheel Hotel, determined not to leave until they got an explanation.

"Although 'Always: Sunset on Third Street' is excellent, it hasn't reached the level to sweep so many awards!"

"Does NHK think they can monopolize the Film Academy Awards?"

"I've seen shameless, but never this shameless!"

Angry fans gathered at the entrance of the New High Wheel Hotel, blocking all the artists and staff inside.

Some quick-witted staff members called the police in advance, but the usually efficient Tokyo police were unusually slow this time.

Kawanaka Hane saw the angry fans at the hotel entrance and initially felt a bit schadenfreude... But he quickly realized that he and Horikita Maki were still inside. Without hesitation, he rushed to the side hall where the artists were resting.

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Horikita Maki was somewhat depressed. She had just won the Best Newcomer Award and now faced this situation. More annoyingly, a persistent fly had been buzzing around her since earlier.

"It's a great honor to share the Best Newcomer Award with Horikita-san," a somewhat unruly young man kept flattering Horikita Maki. This young man was Yashiro Jun, who won the Best Newcomer Award alongside Horikita Maki for "Invincible Youth." Other artists shook their heads helplessly; though they disapproved, this was normal social interaction, and they had no way to stop it.

"Thank you for your kind words, Yashiro-san," Horikita Maki politely thanked him.

Yashiro Jun's eyes gleamed with admiration. "I greatly admire Horikita-san. I specially bought your new photo book. It's really great!"

Horikita Maki maintained her smile. "Thank you, Yashiro-san."

Seeing that Horikita Maki was not easily swayed, Yashiro Jun's elegant smile turned slightly strange.

"Does Horikita-san have a special someone?" Yashiro Jun smiled at Horikita Maki.

Horikita Maki's smile instantly turned cold. This was too much. Even the other artists watching from a distance couldn't stand it.

"Yashiro-san, please be more respectful," Horikita Maki coldly looked at Yashiro Jun.

"Really, I'm sorry, Horikita-san... I lost my composure," Yashiro Jun quickly apologized when he saw the situation.

Horikita Maki ignored him and prepared to leave. But at that moment, Yashiro Jun blocked her again.

"What do you mean, Yashiro-san?" Horikita Maki coldly looked at Yashiro Jun.

This time, Yashiro Jun did not persist. He awkwardly rubbed his nose and stepped aside.

But the seemingly elegant man's eyes instantly turned fierce.

Outside the hotel, fans continued to block the entrance. The usually calm artists began to grow restless, constantly asking the staff about the situation.

Horikita Maki, in a bad mood, also became anxious and uneasy. At that moment, a figure she had been waiting for appeared.

"Mr. Kawanaka... I'm here," Horikita Maki called out loudly. Instantly, all the other artists turned their attention to the young figure not far away. Horikita Maki realized her outburst and her face turned bright red.

"Horikita-san, why so loud? Afraid others won't see me?" Kawanaka Hane teased.

"Sorry..." Horikita Maki felt wronged, almost on the verge of tears.

Noticing Horikita Maki's emotional state, Kawanaka Hane immediately became serious.

"What's wrong? Who bullied you?" Kawanaka Hane asked coldly.

"Nothing... Just being here for so long... I feel a bit down," Horikita Maki tried to hide it but glanced at Yashiro Jun not far away.

Kawanaka Hane, being very perceptive, immediately understood.

He gently patted Horikita Maki's shoulder, then quietly walked over to Yashiro Jun.

"Are you Yashiro-san, the Best Newcomer Award winner?" Kawanaka Hane's voice was neither too loud nor too soft, but all the artists present heard it and turned their attention to Yashiro Jun and Kawanaka.

"Hello, I'm Yashiro Jun," Yashiro Jun was very humble, extending his hand.

Kawanaka Hane looked at Yashiro Jun, a strange smile appearing on his lips.

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