sbdcsierra Chapters 1247 and 1256, Akina, have you ever played a game?!
Chapters 1247 and 1256, Akina, have you ever played a game?!
Chapters 1247 and 1256: Akina, have you ever played a game?!
However, while "Departures" was being released, Naoki Nagayama was busy with something else.
"Shanchuan-san, the trouble is here. Yes, yes, get everything set up!"
In the courtyard of Yamazakura-in, Naoki Nagayama and the people brought by Shigeaki Yamakawa were setting up fireworks. Eitaro, seeing unfamiliar faces, ran around the courtyard excitedly. This shows that Labradors and Golden Retrievers are not suitable for guarding the house.
"We need to get everything set up before Akina returns, which will take about two or three hours."
Today, Akina is going to take some summer outdoor photos, so it will continue from 10 a.m. until about 3 p.m., and she won't come back until the light gets worse.
"Hey, absolutely no problem!"
Shigeaki Yamakawa wiped the sweat from his brow with a handkerchief, gave some instructions to the employees, and then began introducing Naoki Nagayama.
"Naoki-san, today we're using remote ignition, so we don't need to light it ourselves. It's very safe."
"Yes, that would be perfect!"
"We've also obtained the permit for setting off fireworks."
Shan Chuan Fan Gong laughed.
"Luckily, Naoki-san's house is in a very secluded area, and there's a park nearby. Otherwise, it would be very difficult to get this permit in the city!"
"Oh? What reason did you give?"
"It's a small celebration, organized through municipal channels."
Yamakawa Shigeaki pointed to the park next door.
"The venue was chosen to be in a park, and there are some larger fireworks displays nearby, not too far away."
Naoki Nagayama was somewhat surprised and glanced at the small park, which was blocked by greenery:
"Huh? What if district government staff come to inspect and find no activities in the park?"
"Haha, what do you mean there's no event? We really did have a celebration! We set up tents, played games, and even had prizes and gifts!"
Upon hearing Naoki Nagayama's question, Shigeaki Yamakawa laughed.
"Although there was no publicity, everything was prepared as a real celebration!"
"This"
All I wanted to do was set off fireworks to celebrate Akina's birthday, but the event company actually arranged a charity event for me. It seems a bit too extravagant.
"Naoki-san is a major client of our MURAYAMA, and he even inspired our company to create a new business (airship advertising). We must do our best to serve a client like you!"
Yamakawa Shigeaki continued:
"These staff members will go to the park to work as event staff after the fireworks are set up, and they will stay until Naoki-san finishes the fireworks display in the evening. I will also be there. If there is any accident, you can call us anytime."
This was done partly to serve Naoki Nagayama, a generous client with a large business, and partly to ensure fire safety and prevent the fireworks from causing fires.
Upon hearing this, Naoki Nagayama felt that the event company was incredibly thoughtful and professional, and exclaimed that he had gotten his money's worth.
Just then, we heard the baby making noise in the living room; Xia Hua had woken up from her afternoon nap.
Naoki Nagayama went inside, picked up the somewhat adorable little girl, fed her some water, and then carried his daughter to the veranda.
Seeing many unfamiliar people in the yard, the little one was a little scared and clung tightly to his father's neck, but his eyes darted around curiously.
"Is this the daughter of Naoki and Akina?"
Shigeaki Yamakawa was arguably the first person to know about Naoki Nagayama and Akina Nakamori's relationship. He was the one who arranged the lotus pond and fireworks show on the day of the confession!
"Yes. Her name is Nagayama Natsuka, and she doesn't talk very well yet."
Naoki Nagayama lifted his daughter's small hand and shook it at Shigeaki Yamakawa, but Natsuka buried her face in her father's neck.
"She's a little shy and reserved around strangers~"
As Natsuka grows up, Naoki Nagayama and Akina both want her to interact with more people from the outside world. Otherwise, always facing only a few people in the Yamazakurain courtyard might cause her to develop a withdrawn personality.
"Haha, Xiaoxiahua is so cute!"
The mountains and rivers were full of praise.
"She clearly inherited her father's and mother's good looks."
"Haha, what can a child tell about looks? What are you saying, Yamakawa-san?"
Although it was just a polite remark, Naoki Nagayama was still very happy to hear others praise his daughter.
"I wonder if Xia Hua will be afraid of fireworks. They'll be very loud, and you'll smell gunpowder."
"Probably not, I took her to see the fireworks display at the Imperial Garden before."
"That's good"
Shan Chuan Fan Gong nodded.
"However, this time it's a bit close, so it's best to watch it through the window at night."
"Hi, I'll be careful."
Yamakawa Shigeaki already has children. After saying a few words about fireworks, he used Natsuka as a starting point to talk a lot about parenting with Nagayama Naoki. It felt like their relationship had gone from being one client to another.
Maybe we can get along as friends in the future~
On the other hand, Akina Nakamori had a tough time shooting outdoors, having to change into different clothes and strike many poses under the sun.
Wearing a yukata, Akina is elegant and refined, with a beautiful figure like a young girl. Her delicate and smooth cheeks are flushed with a healthy blush, and her exquisite features are like the masterpiece of Nuwa. Every photo of her is breathtaking.
However, the weather has already gotten hot, and even with waterproof cosmetics, she still needs to wipe away sweat and touch up her makeup from time to time. Akina is also exhausted.
"It's been a while since we've done an outdoor shoot. Akina-chan, are you a little tired?"
Assistant Maki Ueda brought her chilled lemonade to quench her thirst.
"That's true, but sweating is good for your health."
The icy lemonade sent a shiver down her spine, seemingly extinguishing the summer heat, and a smile appeared on Akina's face.
"Why does Akina seem so happy today?" Ueda Maki fanned Akina with a fan, looking just like a maid from ancient times.
"Because... there's going to be a surprise soon!"
Akina said with a grin.
"Oh right, tomorrow is Akina's birthday!"
Maki Ueda nodded,
"It's a pity Akina isn't working tomorrow, otherwise the staff would definitely have prepared a huge cake!"
"Even with the tape, I'll still get to eat cake!"
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Maki Ueda didn't know how to reply. You got to eat it, but we didn't!
"Speaking of which, doesn't Akina have any plans to throw a birthday party?"
"No!" Akina shook her head. "For my birthday, I still want to spend it with my family."
In fact, Akina's birthday used to be a big deal. Her agency, TV station, fan club, and anyone who knew her birthday would plan related celebrations.
They have everything: big cakes, birthday gifts, and live support.
However, in Akina's opinion, it was mostly just putting on an act, an exaggerated show to gain traffic.
She doesn't have many friends in the entertainment industry, and even fewer who are truly close. In fact, receiving a blessing over the phone or a greeting card from them is much more important than a grand birthday celebration.
"I see."
Maki Ueda nodded,
"But a birthday present is a must! Fang Ze-san and I both prepared gifts for Akina, and they're in the car."
"Thank you!"
Hearing this, Akina finally smiled from the bottom of her heart.
Maki Ueda and Fusano Akiyuki, among others, are some of her few friends in the entertainment industry.
After resting for a while, the photographer came over:
"Akina-san, it's past 3 o'clock. Let's take a few more photos, and then we'll be done with today's photoshoot!"
"Hey! Let's do our best then!"
Having already touched up her makeup, Akina immediately stood up, full of energy.
"Finish work early and go home early!"
Time soon came to evening.
The Yama-Sakura-in courtyard has returned to its former tranquility, and the once somewhat messy courtyard has been restored to its original state thanks to the butler's cleaning.
Not far from the cherry blossom trees, next to the flowerbed, there's a fireworks launcher covered in camouflage cloth. All you have to do is remove the cloth and press the remote control to launch the fireworks.
As the light dimmed, the launch pad in the courtyard became increasingly blurry, only revealing its stunning colors when the fireworks were launched.
"I'm back!"
The sound coming from the entryway made both the adult and the child in the living room turn their heads.
Xia Hua smiled and ran happily towards the entrance. Her small body was still a little unsteady when she ran, but her eagerness was evident.
Naoki Nagayama could only follow behind, offering some support.
Welcome back.
Akina, who was in the entryway, put down the bag she was carrying and opened her arms to embrace Natsuka:
"Ah, Hana-chan, did you miss your mom? Mom's back~ And she brought you a present~"
"Gift."
The little guy, who used to speak unclearly, suddenly managed to pronounce the word "gift" clearly.
"Haha~" Naoki Nagayama laughed, "It seems that women, no matter how young, are very sensitive to gifts!"
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Akina glanced at her husband.
"What kind of father laughs at his own daughter like that!"
"Alright, alright, I'm not laughing anymore~" Naoki Nagayama shook his head and helped Akina pick up the bag she had put down. "What's this?"
"Some of the gifts are sweets I bought in the downtown area today, and some are gifts from Maki-chan."
Akina picked up the little one and carried him into the living room, then prepared to open the gift box.
First, there were some beautifully colored wagashi (Japanese sweets), probably bought for Xiaoxiahua:
"You can only eat one flower jam. Choose a color!"
"Is it okay to eat Ehua sauce?"
Naoki Nagayama was a little worried when he saw Natsuka start choosing from the snack box.
"The adhesive tape is made with jelly powder; it's not very sweet, just sprinkled with a layer of icing sugar."
Akina said, then watched as the little guy chose the prettiest color, red.
"As expected, Hana-chan is a fan of good looks too! What color does Naoki-san want to eat?"
"Just give me a matcha one."
The family shared snacks in the living room, and then Akina opened the many gift boxes she had brought back:
"They were all gifts from the agency. Since I'm not going to the company tomorrow, they were delivered in advance. There were also some gifts that the agency selected from fans."
As a celebrity with a large fan base, Ken-On receives a ton of gifts for Akina almost every day.
Some were postcards and letters, while others were large packages of gifts, including local specialties, toys, amulets, and countless other items.
With so many letters, it's impossible to send them all over; the agency can only select a few for Akina.
Let me take a look.
Once the unpacking part, which is the girls' favorite, began, Akina was full of energy, and even Natsuka was watching her mother open the box with anticipation.
"Chanel's latest perfume!"
"A signed Beatles record!"
"Artistic Dried Flowers of Kyoto"
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Each gift, each cheer, seemed to be a reminder to Naoki Nagayama.
"Where's the gift? Where's the gift? Where's the gift?!"
Naoki Nagayama sighed inwardly:
"If I hadn't been prepared, I'd probably be tormented by my conscience today!"
After dinner, the family gathered together to watch TV, and Akina, knowing full well what was going on, didn't ask about the gift.
The TV screen was showing the penultimate episode of "Long Vacation," where the male and female leads set off a spectacular fireworks display on the rooftop, sharing a beautiful kiss amidst the dazzling fireworks.
"I'm here to kiss Sena."
When the female lead said this, the audience immediately felt the straightforward and bold sentiments of women in the new era.
Shyness, gentleness, and restraint are all just illusions in the face of overwhelming love.
"Chikako-chan's acting skills are getting more and more mature!"
Akina watched a famous scene from "Long Vacation" and couldn't help but sigh.
"She's completely different from the shy little girl I remembered!"
"Chika-chan is only a year younger than you." Naoki Nagayama's lips twitched. "How come it sounds like we're not even from the same generation coming from Akina's mouth!"
"I'm married with children! Of course I need to be more mature!"
Akina smiled and said,
"My life has changed!"
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That makes perfect sense. It's like there's a separation between married friends and unmarried friends; it's hard for them to get together anymore!
Akina looked at the sleepy-eyed Natsuka and said:
"Hua Jiang is sleepy, so I'm taking her upstairs to wash up and go to bed!"
Naoki Nagayama spoke up:
"Akina, don't go to bed so early, let's have a drink tonight~"
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Seeing that her husband clearly had ulterior motives and other hidden agendas, Akina didn't expose him, but simply nodded.
"Then let me lull the flower sauce to sleep."
After Akina carried Natsuka upstairs, Naoki Nagayama quickly went to the yard to remove the camouflage cloth and also notified Department Head Yamakawa.
However, it's not past midnight yet. Even considering the time Akina takes to put Natsuka to sleep, it will take at least another hour.
During this period, it depends on your own ability to delay!
A soft blue ambiance filled the small living room. Scented candles flickered on the table, and an open bottle of red wine released its glistening liquid into a stemmed glass, exuding aromas of grapes and oak.
"Ah, classic music, candlelight, red wine."
This is the scene that Akina saw when she came downstairs. Having showered and changed her clothes, she was enveloped in a fragrant mist, her large, clear eyes sparkling like a hunter entering a hunting ground.
What does Naoki-san want to do?
"...Um...I want to chat with Akina and connect with her!"
Naoki Nagayama said with some fear, not because he was worried about his own health, but mainly because there was a group of people waiting outside, ready to pounce!
"Oh ho. Connecting feelings."
Akina tossed a strand of hair, took the glass of red wine, and sat down.
"Okay, then how do we communicate?!"
"Well"
Naoki Nagayama's mind raced as he considered how to stall for time. Suddenly, a very interesting game popped into his head.
"Akina, have you ever played a game?!"
"Hmm?" Akina's eyes were alluring, and her voice sounded almost nasal. "What game?"
"The game is simple; it's called 'Tell the Truth Only'."
Naoki Nagayama said,
"Question each other, and if you find out the other is lying, then drink!"
"Oh?" Akina became interested. "What if you don't lie?"
"Then I won't drink it~"
"Hmm, let's give it a try!"
The two held the red wine in their hands, ready to start playing games.
Naoki Nagayama spoke first:
"Akina's favorite person is me, isn't she?"
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Akina paused, her face flushing, but she stubbornly shook her head.
"No, I love Mom and Hua Jiang the most!"
"what!"
Naoki Nagayama laughed and took a sip of his drink.
"So that's how you play it!"
Akina became even more interested and didn't ask questions like whether Naoki-san liked her the most. Instead, she asked about other things:
"When Naoki-san first saw me, did he fall in love at first sight?"
"Forehead"
Naoki Nagayama chuckled as the image of that round little face from the nightclub flashed through his mind. Back then, Akina was just a naive young girl. To fall in love at first sight like that would be a crime, wouldn't it?!
“Not really”
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Akina held her wine glass but didn't drink it. She knew Naoki Nagayama was telling the truth.
But what if she feels a little uneasy? She fell in love with Nagayama Naoki the moment she saw him!
So handsome, and he even saved the damsel in distress!
"All right!"
Akina's competitive spirit kicked in, and she became extremely interested in the game. She sat up straight, looking fierce.
Let's continue!
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Seeing his wife getting serious, Naoki Nagayama realized he had gone a bit too far!
This little anti-fraud game is getting a bit addictive! If it keeps going like this, things might get complicated later on!
In the park next to Yama-oka-in, several tents have been set up, complete with lights, games, and food, so there's nothing missing and they're not afraid of inspections.
Yamakawa Shigekō originally only intended to make a show of it, but he didn't expect that there would still be residents who couldn't sleep coming out for a walk so late, and that's how he discovered the activity here.
"Oh my god, there's a celebration hidden in the park?!"
Then, people invited friends and family with children, which surprisingly made the park more and more crowded and lively.
Presumably, this area of Chiyoda has always been rather quiet and has never been very lively, so everyone was very happy that there was suddenly an event.
"Minister Yamakawa, it seems we don't have enough ingredients."
A subordinate came to report.
"I originally just wanted to have a late-night snack with my friends, but I didn't expect other people to actually come!"
"Yeah, there wasn't even any promotion, who knew so many people had nothing better to do!"
Yamakawa Shigekō was also somewhat helpless; they would have to stay until at least midnight!
"Go to the nearby 24-hour convenience store and buy their oden!"
"Just wait and see. These people will eventually go back to sleep!"
"Hi!"
After giving his instructions, Yamakawa Shigemitsu looked towards the quiet Yama-oka-in Temple on the other side and let out a sigh.
"Naoki-san, hurry up and set off the fireworks!"
(End of this chapter)