Recently, she's been inexplicably fascinated by books on natural science.
Lin Feng, on the other hand, was wandering through this sea of knowledge without any specific goal.
As he strolled, Lin Feng suddenly noticed a section labeled "Manga" in a book exhibition area.
Frankly, Lin Feng didn't have a deep understanding of the manga history in this world. It seemed like a good opportunity to learn more.
After spending a few minutes selecting a book on the history of manga, Lin Feng headed towards the Reading Room where he had agreed to meet Shizuka.
Walking along, Lin Feng casually opened the book and began to read.
Perhaps the content was truly captivating. As he turned a corner, Lin Feng almost bumped into someone coming the other way.
It was clear the other person was also distracted, leading to a simultaneous apology from both parties.
"Lin Feng?!"
"Mayako!?"
However, when they clearly saw who the other person was, they simultaneously called out the other's name in surprise.
Lin Feng truly hadn't expected to run into Mayako Mitsuki here, and Mayako, obviously, hadn't expected to encounter Lin Feng either.
"What are you doing here?"
Again, they spoke in unison.
After exchanging glances, the two of them burst out laughing.
"Looks like our chemistry is still pretty high, huh."
Mayako Mitsuki covered her mouth and chuckled, speaking first.
"Er, shouldn't you be working at the Publishing House right now? How do you have time to come browse the library?"
Lin Feng looked at the books Mayako Mitsuki was holding and asked curiously.
"Well, I happened to have some free time today, so I came to look for some books."
Mayako Mitsuki smoothed her bangs and explained with a smile to Lin Feng.
"And you?"
"Are you here to read too?"
Mayako Mitsuki glanced at the single book Lin Feng was holding and asked with some confusion.
Most people who come to the library don't just take one book; it's a waste of time.
If they only take one book, most of them are just pretending to be there.
"Well, sort of. Actually, I came with Shizuka."
Seeing the slightly puzzled look on Mayako Mitsuki's face, Lin Feng spoke with a little embarrassment.
To be honest, he wasn't really there to read. So, he hadn't even thought about what kind of books to look for when he first came.
The one he was holding now, he'd just picked up from the shelf after glancing at it.
"Really? Shizuka came too?"
A smile appeared on Mayako Mitsuki's face when she heard that Shizuka was also there.
Because they had eaten at Lin Feng's house before, the two girls got along quite well, and could already be considered good friends.
"Yeah, we agreed to meet in the Reading Room over there. I'm heading over now, want to come?"
Lin Feng nodded and said with a smile to Mayako Mitsuki.
"Let's go then. I was planning to find a place to read anyway."
Mayako Mitsuki had originally planned to find a quiet place to read by herself, but since she ran into someone she knew, it was definitely better to go together.
At this moment, Lin Feng also noticed the books Mayako Mitsuki was holding, which were mostly about computer science.
No wonder she could become Dr. Mitsuki's most capable assistant. Besides familial ties, Mayako Mitsuki had also put in a great deal of effort into studying scientific research and technology.
When the two arrived at the Reading Room, Shizuka had already found an empty table and sat down to read.
Judging by the several books piled in front of her, this was the proper way to utilize a library.
"Shizuka, long time no see."
Mayako Mitsuki pulled up a chair and sat down at the table where Shizuka was sitting, greeting her with a smile.
"Huh? Mayako? What are you doing here...?"
Sure enough, Shizuka asked a question similar to the one Lin Feng had just asked.
"Because there's nothing much going on at the Publishing House right now, and I happened to be free today, so I decided to come and look for a few books. I didn't expect to run into Lin Feng, so I came along with him."
Mayako Mitsuki gave her explanation with a smile, answering Shizuka's curiosity.
Speaking of which, there were only a few large libraries nearby. So if they came to the library at the same time, the probability of them meeting was quite high.
"So that's how it is. Mayako, are you interested in computer technology for research?"
Shizuka nodded, glancing at the books Mayako Mitsuki was holding, and then asked with some curiosity.
Because computer technology hadn't fully become widespread in their era.
"Yes, because I sometimes go back to the Research Institute to help Dad with some things, so I need to study more in this area."
Mayako Mitsuki opened the books on the table and looked up at Shizuka, explaining with a smile.
Hearing that, Shizuka suddenly remembered that Mayako Mitsuki's father was a famous research doctor, currently working on research at the Research Institute.
And Mayako Mitsuki had also said before that she would go to the Research Institute to help her father when she had time.
Then, her looking at books in this area now was considered putting her studies to good use.
After some simple greetings, the three of them sat down and began to read their books.
Time always seemed to pass quickly when reading.
Without realizing it, the sky outside the window gradually became dim.
People in the library came and went, a constant stream.
"Ah, is it already this late...?"
Shizuka, who was about to lift her head to stretch her shoulders and neck, said in surprise after glancing out the window.
"Yes, now that you mention it, Shizuka, it is getting late. We should head back."
Mayako Mitsuki yawned, covering her mouth with her hand, then stretched and said.
"Sorry, Lin Feng, I completely lost track of time..."
Shizuka suddenly remembered that Lin Feng had said he needed to buy some things before going back. She felt a little embarrassed for keeping him so long.