Lu Yao was slightly taken aback, not expecting the production team to act so quickly.

She glanced instinctively at the two men beside her, then at Zhou Jinlu across from her, before speaking into the terminal: "Director Zhang, you're too kind. The success of this episode is the result of everyone's hard work, and also thanks to the excellent editing by the production team. Dinner is just..."

Halfway through his sentence, Director Zhang immediately said, "Ms. Lu Yao, please don't refuse. This is the heartfelt wish of our entire crew. Please accept."

Hearing such a sincere invitation, it would be rather heartless of her to refuse.

Lu Yao glanced at Fu Ciyan, who was looking down at her with an indulgent look in his eyes that seemed to say, "You can decide for yourself."

She looked at Xie Linyu again, and Xie Linyu raised an eyebrow. Although he didn't say anything, his expression clearly said, "Go if you want, I have no objection."

Lu Yao curved her lips into a smile and changed her words into the terminal, "Director Zhang, is tomorrow noon alright?"

Upon hearing this, Zhang Hai's voice immediately lit up with surprise: "Sure! Of course! We'll reserve a table for you tomorrow at noon!"

"Okay, thank you, Director Zhang."

"No trouble at all! You're too kind, Ms. Lu!" Zhang Hai thanked her repeatedly. "Then I won't disturb your rest any longer. See you tomorrow!"

*

The following morning, Director Zhang sent the dining location to Lu Yao's terminal.

The location shows it's a seaside restaurant on the east coast of Ocean Flower Island, built on the edge of a cliff, supposedly offering a panoramic view of the entire Liuli Sea.

Lu Yao glanced at it and shared the location with Fu Ciyan and Xie Linyu.

"I've heard of this restaurant." Xie Linyu leaned over for a look. "It has a very good reputation, and the seafood is all caught that day, so it's very fresh."

Fu Ciyan nodded calmly: "Then I'll go over at noon."

Zhou Jinlu said gently, "I'll take you there; it's on my way."

Xie Linyu raised an eyebrow at him: "Mr. Zhou, you don't have anything else to do today?"

Zhou Jinlu smiled slightly: "My job is to keep Miss Lu Yao entertained. I already said that yesterday."

Xie Linyu gave a light snort, but didn't say anything more.

Around noon, the group set off for the restaurant.

As the car smoothly drove along the scenic road on the east coast of Ocean Flower Island, the endless coastline stretched out the window, and the crystal-clear sea shimmered with a dreamy blue-green luster under the sunlight, so beautiful that it was hard to look away.

Lu Yao leaned against the window, her gaze fixed on the shimmering sea outside, and the corners of her lips unconsciously curved into a smile.

"After we finish eating, shall we go for a walk on the beach?" Fu Ciyan asked her in a low voice.

Lu Yao's eyes lit up instantly: "Great!"

It's just a pity that her health doesn't allow it now, otherwise she would definitely go swimming in the sea.

Fu Ciyan saw the struggle in her eyes and put his arm around her: "If you want to play in the water, let's find a private beach."

"Is it okay?" Lu Yao asked expectantly.

Fu Ciyan smiled and said, "Of course, there are many private sea areas around Ocean Flower Island. We can just book them."

Zhou Jinlu, sitting opposite, spoke gently upon hearing this: "I happen to have a private beach on the east coast. Not many people go there usually. If Miss Lu Yao is interested, you can go there anytime."

Xie Linyu raised an eyebrow at him: "President Zhou is really thoughtful in every way."

Zhou Jinlu smiled slightly: "Of course."

Lu Yao was amused by the atmosphere between the two and smiled, her eyes crinkling: "Then thank you, President Zhou. If we have time after dinner, shall we go take a look?"

"Okay." Zhou Jinlu nodded, his light brown eyes filled with smiles.

The car continued on its way, driving along the coastal highway towards its destination.

When they arrived, Director Zhang Hai and Chief Director Cen Jinshu were already there, waiting at the restaurant entrance.

Upon seeing the hovercar come to a stop, the two immediately went to greet it.

"Ms. Lu Yao! Actor Xie! General Fu! President Zhou!" Zhang Hai greeted them with a broad smile, eagerly opening the side door. "Welcome, welcome, please come in!"

The chief director, Cen Jinshu, was a middle-aged man in his early forties with a calm demeanor and a sincere smile: "Ms. Lu Yao, it is truly an honor for our crew to have you all here today."

Lu Yao smiled and said, "Director Cen, you're too kind. It's us who are bothering you."

The group was led into the restaurant.

This seaside restaurant truly lives up to its reputation. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer a panoramic view of the crystal-clear sea, where the azure waters shimmer with golden light under the sun, and the distant horizon blends seamlessly with the sky—it's absolutely stunning.

The private room has the best location in the restaurant, with windows on three sides and an excellent view.

Everyone took their seats.

Zhang Hai personally poured tea for them, his tone full of gratitude: "Teacher Lu Yao, did you see yesterday's episode? The data exploded! It broke our highest record since the show started!"

Cen Jinshu smiled and continued, "This is all thanks to the wonderful performances of Teacher Lu Yao and Actor Xie, as well as General Fu's special appearance. The audience's response has been particularly enthusiastic."

Xie Linyu leaned back in his chair and joked with a smile, "With Director Cen praising me so much, I'm going to get cocky."

Cen Jinshu laughed heartily: "Actor Xie, you're so arrogant. Your scene of jumping out of the window is going viral all over the internet, and our production team is also benefiting from it."

Upon hearing this, Lu Yao glanced at Xie Linyu, her eyes filled with a smile.

Xie Linyu coughed lightly, his ear tips turning slightly red.

The waiters began serving the dishes, one after another, exquisite seafood dishes were placed on the table, such as steamed grouper, garlic lobster, and stir-fried crab with scallions and ginger, each dish was a feast for the eyes, nose and palate.

Zhang Hai eagerly introduced, "These were all caught this morning, they're very fresh, Teacher Lu Yao, please have a taste."

Lu Yao smiled and nodded, picking up a piece of steamed fish with her chopsticks. The fish was tender and melted in her mouth.

"It really is delicious." She smiled and her eyes crinkled.

Fu Ciyan sat beside her, carefully peeling shrimp shells for her with practiced and natural movements.

Xie Linyu, not to be outdone, placed a piece of fish with the bones removed into her bowl.

Looking at the bowl piled high with food, Lu Yao was both amused and exasperated: "You guys eat it yourselves, don't just focus on me."

Zhang Hai and Cen Jinshu exchanged a glance, their eyes full of smiles.

Cen Jinshu raised her glass and said sincerely, "Teacher Lu Yao, Actor Xie, General Fu, President Zhou, this glass is for you all. Thank you for your support of our program, and I wish you all a wonderful time on Ocean Flower Island."

Several people raised their glasses in response, creating a harmonious atmosphere.

Halfway through the meal, Lu Yao got up to go to the restroom.

Fu Ciyan instinctively reached out to get up and accompany her, but Lu Yao gently patted his shoulder: "It's just at the end of the corridor, it's fine."

Fu Ciyan glanced at her and nodded: "Call me if you need anything."

Lu Yao smiled and pushed open the door to go out.

The corridor was quiet, with thick carpets that completely absorbed the sound of footsteps.

After she washed her hands and came out of the bathroom, she had just reached the corner of the corridor when suddenly a hand covered her mouth and nose from behind!

Lu Yao's pupils suddenly contracted!

She instinctively tried to struggle, but her limbs quickly lost strength, and her consciousness began to blur.

"Lu Yao!" Zhou Jinlu's voice suddenly appeared, but Lu Yao only had time to see a blurry figure running towards her before she fainted.

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