I FOUND A DOOR TO TENSURA AND BECAME BROKEN IN THE REAL WORLD TOO-Chapter 13: The Unexpected Model Shoot

As I sat beside Miwa-san, trying to catch my breath from the intense photoshoot, I couldn't help but think about everything that had happened in such a short span of time. The nerves, the unexpected poses, and the overwhelming attention from the people around us. It was a far cry from the usual quiet life I was accustomed to. But here I was, sitting in the middle of a busy shopping mall, with Miwa-san by my side, and I had no idea how to process it all.

Miwa-san, still sitting beside me, looked at me with a thoughtful expression. "Yuuya-san, you look like you're a little lost in thought," she said, her tone gentle and understanding.

I blinked, breaking out of my thoughts. "Ah, sorry, I was just thinking about everything that happened... it's all a bit overwhelming," I admitted, rubbing the back of my neck awkwardly.

She smiled kindly, her eyes sparkling with warmth. "I understand. It's not every day you get thrown into something like this, right? It's perfectly fine to feel nervous."

I nodded, grateful for her understanding. "I just... never thought I'd end up doing something like this. The whole photoshoot, the clothes, the poses... it's all so new to me."

She giggled softly, her laughter light and musical. "You're doing fine. Trust me, when I started, I was a complete disaster. But that's what made it fun. Learning, growing... it's all part of the experience."

Her words, simple as they were, had a calming effect on me. It was strange, but in that moment, I felt a little more at ease. Maybe it wasn't about being perfect, but just being present, trying my best, and enjoying the process.

"I never really thought about it that way," I confessed, looking over at her. "I've always been so focused on trying to survive, to make it through each day. I never gave myself the chance to enjoy things, to appreciate the moments. But now, with everything that's happening, I feel like... maybe I can change that."

She gave me a gentle nudge, her eyes full of sincerity. "Of course you can. It's never too late to start enjoying life. You just have to take it one step at a time, without putting too much pressure on yourself. Like today. It's fun, right?"

I let out a deep breath, realizing that she was right. It had been fun—despite the nerves, despite the awkwardness—it was a new experience, and there was something exhilarating about it.

"Yeah... I think I'm starting to get it," I said with a small smile. "Maybe I don't have to be perfect. I can just... have fun with it."

Miwa-san's smile widened, and her eyes seemed to light up. "That's the spirit, Yuuya-san. You're already doing great, just by being here and giving it your best."

I felt a warmth in my chest, a feeling I hadn't realized I'd been missing. It was nice to hear encouragement, especially from someone like Miwa-san, who had clearly been through much more than I had. Her confidence was infectious, and it made me want to try harder, to push past my doubts.

Suddenly, we both heard a click from across the room. A few of the bystanders had gathered around, and I noticed someone had taken a picture of us sitting together.

"Did someone just take a photo of us?" I asked, feeling a little self-conscious again.

Miwa-san looked over and giggled. "It's probably one of the fans. They always love to take pictures of us, especially when we're having a good time."

I glanced at the crowd, noticing the excited whispers and the flashes of phones. It was strange, but it didn't feel as awkward anymore. It was just part of the experience, part of what came with being in this world, this new life that I had stumbled into.

"Let them," Miwa-san said, brushing her hair back. "If they enjoy it, why not? We're just having fun, right?"

I smiled, feeling a bit more confident. "Yeah, you're right. Why not?"

Just as I was about to settle into a more relaxed posture, Hikari-san, the photographer, walked over, a wide grin on his face. "Alright, you two! Let's do one more shot, yeah? This one's gonna be a classic!"

Miwa-san stood up first, holding out her hand to me. "Let's do this, Yuuya-san. We've got this."

I took her hand, standing up with a newfound sense of calm. The earlier nerves had faded into the background, replaced by a sense of anticipation. This time, I wasn't just going through the motions. I was ready to enjoy it.

We moved back into position, the photographer giving us the signal. This time, I wasn't stiff. I smiled naturally, feeling the connection between Miwa-san and me, even if it was just for the sake of the photoshoot. It was still real, and I was starting to appreciate that.

As the camera clicked again, I realized something: maybe life wasn't about avoiding uncomfortable situations. Maybe it was about embracing them, learning, growing, and—most importantly—having fun along the way.

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I glanced over at Miwa-san, who gave me another encouraging smile. It felt like the first time in a long while that I wasn't just surviving. I was living.

"Great job, you two!" Hikari-san shouted, his voice booming through the mall. "That's a wrap for today!"

We both let out a relieved sigh, and I turned to Miwa-san, feeling grateful for her support. "Thanks, Miwa-san. I... I really mean it. This has been a lot of fun."

She nodded, her smile soft and genuine. "I'm glad you had fun. And remember, it's just the beginning. There's a lot more to enjoy ahead of you."

I smiled back, a sense of contentment washing over me. "I think you're right."