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The same day, Yui.
"...Haa."
A break during filming.
Yui hydrated herself with a plastic bottle she had received as a gift and sighed.
"What's wrong Shimotsuki-san?"
The person who approached Yui was the main heroine of the film, who is also a senior at Yui's agency.
As she plays the main heroine who is the face of this film, she is very beautiful and well-proportioned, although her looks are slightly inferior to Yui's.
Although he has experience as a child actor and has just graduated from university, he is well-known for his acting skills and good personality, making him very popular.
Yui, who had not played many major roles until now, was suddenly cast in a movie, and was happy for her as if it were her own achievement, even though they did not have much contact.
"Mr. Kogami."
Yui sighs, thinking that there is no one nearby, and when she hears him she looks down in embarrassment.
"I'm sorry for making you worry..."
"There's no need to worry about that. This is your first time acting in a movie, right? There's no point in worrying. I'll give you some advice as your senior."
"Ah, no... that's not it."
He glances over at the film's producer, who has come to inspect the filming.
"Ah... Now that I think about it, Shimotsuki-san, it seems you were forced to invite her even though you prioritized school."
Since they were in the same agency, Ayana had also heard about it.
"I was a child actor and couldn't go to school much and couldn't make friends, so I think that's a good idea. I'm actually jealous."
When she occasionally went to school, people would talk to her as she was a celebrity when she appeared on TV, but she didn't have anyone she could call a friend, and she felt lonely.
"But, I guess I can't refuse if that person asks me directly..."
Ayana also looks at the producer who has begun talking with the director.
There are rumors that he has had an affair with an actress, that he uses illegal drugs, that he has ties to anti-social forces, etc. Even if not all of them are true, with so many rumors, it would not be surprising if one or two of them were true.
So why is this producer still involved in filmmaking? Of course, there's a reason.
This is because they are able to approach people who an average producer would find difficult to invite, such as talented but difficult directors or big-name actors who are difficult to invite casually, even if they want them to be involved in the film.
This is extremely beneficial for sponsors who want the film to be a success.
"I don't know if it's just me, but I feel like people are staring at me while I'm filming."
"...I don't think it's just my imagination."
"picture?"
"Apparently, that producer wants to be alone with pretty, young actresses and touches them more than necessary. And there are stories that he often stares at those girls during filming, as if he's examining them."
Ayana looks at Yui with concern.
"...To be honest, something similar happened to me before. However, I knew about it so I kept my distance and it worked out. At the time, I only had a supporting role and didn't show up much during filming."
However, Shimotsuki-san has many scenes in the film as a supporting heroine, he said with a concerned look on his face.
"If something happens… no, if something happens, it'll be too late, so if you feel like something might be happening, please tell me right away. I'll give you advice, and at worst, I'll talk to the president."
Shimotsuki Yui and Kougami Ayana are the first and second most popular in the agency they belong to.
Yui is not currently concentrating on her studies due to her studies, but it has been said that she will do so after she graduates from school.
With such a promising talent as Yui and Mana, who is currently at the top and whose popularity is likely to continue to grow, the president will have no choice but to take action.
"For now, let's avoid being alone together."
"Yes, I'll be careful... I'm sorry for bothering you."
I already have problems with Yu. I don't want to worry any more than I already do.
"It's fine, it's fine, I like you Shimotsuki-san. That's why I don't want you to quit acting, and if possible, I'd like to work with you again like this."
"Kougami-san..."
Ayana is a senior to Yui. Yui knows her acting skills and kindness, and when she heard this from someone she respects, she felt glad to have starred in this movie.
"Hey, why don't we exchange LINE IDs? It'll be easier to ask for advice that way and to contact each other, right?"
Ayana smiles gently.
"Really? I'd be happy, please."
Yui takes out her smartphone and exchanges LINE IDs with Ayana.
"Please don't hesitate to talk to me about anything... Even if it's love troubles or something like that."
"Huh!?"
"Haha, I was just kidding."
Aina looks at Yui, who is in a panic, wondering when Takuya's secret has been discovered, as if she were a cute little animal.
"Shimotsuki-san, you're really cute."
"Th-That's not true..."
Aina thinks that it's cute to see her being shy and humble like that.
"Ayana-san, Shimotsuki-san. It's about time for our photo shoot reunion."
Their conversation was interrupted by the voice of a staff member.
"Oh, it's that time already. Shall we go, Shimotsuki-san?"
"Yes. I'll do my best!"
Yui answered enthusiastically and headed off to the shooting location with Ayana.