I was criticized on a dating reality show, but I retaliated and became an internet sensation.

The staff member suppressed a laugh and nodded earnestly:

"...You understand very well. Well then, I wish you success in your mission. Good night, Teacher Jiang."

After saying that, he quickly left, afraid that he would burst out laughing.

[Hahahaha, Youbao, are you trying to make me laugh so hard I'll inherit my Alipay Huabei account?!]

[Staff member: I want to laugh but I can't, it's so hard for me.]

[I've finished reading it. This instruction... it's something else. I suspect the planner is a big fan of the Gu Shu CP (doge)]

So, are the male guests going to start having ulterior motives tomorrow? I can't wait!

When will it be tomorrow? Isn't tomorrow yet?

the next day.

Shuzi only managed to get herself off the soft mattress five minutes after the alarm clock rang, thanks to her strong belief that "I am very dedicated."

With her hair all messed up from sleep, she yawned and squinted as she drifted into the bathroom.

After washing up, she changed into a refreshing tank top and denim shorts suitable for beach activities, took a deep breath, and opened the door.

Gu Yan was already in the small living room.

He changed into a simple white cotton-linen shirt, with the sleeves rolled up to his elbows, revealing his well-defined forearms, and black casual trousers.

Standing in front of the open kitchen counter, slowly... frying an egg?

Two sunny-side-up eggs are sizzling in the pan, their edges crispy and tempting to look at.

The toaster next to us popped out two slices of golden-brown, crispy toast with a "ding".

The air was filled with the aroma of butter and caramel.

Shu Zi's stomach rumbled loudly, which was particularly loud in the quiet living room.

Gu Yan didn't turn around: "Awake? Wash your hands and have breakfast."

Shu Zi sidled up to the edge of the kitchen island, her eyes glued to the two perfect sunny-side-up eggs, her tone filled with disbelief:

"Where did the eggs come from? Did the production team do something charitable this morning?"

She remembered that the kitchen was cleaner than her face last night.

"Um."

Gu Yan responded, scooped the egg into a white porcelain plate, and then picked out some toast. "I asked the staff for it."

Shu Zi looked at the fried egg toast he pushed over, and then at him taking a cup of warm milk out of the microwave.

I get it now. Those evil capitalists, their privileges are everywhere.

"What time did you get up?" She sat down, poked the yolk with her fork, and watched the golden egg liquid slowly flow out.

"I was here a little earlier than you." Gu Yan sat down opposite her, with the same set of furniture in front of him.

Shu Zi didn't ask any more questions. With delicious food in front of her, eating was the most important thing in the world.

Good morning! A real shock awaits you as soon as you walk in! President Gu is cooking!

[This egg-frying skill is amazing! Gu Yan, how many more surprises do you have that I don't know about?]

[The way Shuzi's eyes lit up is just like how I look when I see milk tea!]

【!! Pay attention to the key point: he only made enough for two people! What about the other guests? Oh, maybe just grass (doge)】

[I'm reporting this! What do you mean "earlier than you"?! He got up before dawn! Much longer than a minute! He even got special treatment from the production team! I saw it with my own eyes while watching the live stream!]

[Hahahaha, I get it, it means "early" or "a little"]

After breakfast, the two went downstairs, where the other guests were already in the restaurant.

They stared at the pile of healthy meals on the table (oatmeal, boiled eggs, whole wheat bread, and vegetable salad), their faces showing dismay.

Seeing Gu Yanshu come down, especially Shuzi looking radiant and full after eating and drinking, and then looking at the green, dry thing in front of him.

Jiang Yunyou was the first to wail:

"Wow! Yan Shen, Sister Zi Zi! Did you two sneak off to eat something good behind our backs?! Your complexions, your energy! Something's not right!"

Su Yanhuan also sniffed hard, her face contorted in a pained expression:

"I think I can smell fried eggs and butter... Am I hallucinating from hunger?"

Shu Zi touched her nose a little guiltily, but Gu Yan remained expressionless: "I got up early and just made some."

Upon hearing this, Fang Yutong smiled gently, her tone carrying just the right amount of envy:

"Teacher Gu is so considerate, she even makes breakfast. Zizi is so lucky, I really envy her."

Shu Zi gave her a perfect smile: "I want you to have it too."

Fang Yutong's smile froze almost imperceptibly for 0.1 seconds.

"Zizi, that's not what I meant. I meant that my breakfasts are pretty good too, and I can make them for you and everyone else to try next time."

Shu Zi: "Oh, thank you, no need."

Fang Yutong froze again.

Is Fang Yutong trying to ease the tension in her relationship with Shu Zi?

【No, what does Shuzi mean? My Tongtong has already said that, can't she at least give her a way out?】

[Hehe, sorry, that's just how my Zizi is. She's straightforward and outspoken. If she wants something, she wants it; if she doesn't want it, she doesn't want it. She doesn't mean anything by it.]

[Yes, yes, don't overthink it, Tongtong. That's not what Zizi meant. We'll have Zizi do a live stream to clarify next time.]

Seeing that the atmosphere was about to take a strange turn, Su Yanhuan quickly spoke up:

"I want to eat! I really want to eat this, Sister Yutong!"

"Oh, Sister Yutong, Teacher Yu is so considerate! Look, Teacher Yu even spread the bread sauce on it for you!"

Everyone's eyes immediately turned to Yu Shize and Fang Yutong's plates.

Indeed, Fang Yutong's bread was spread with a layer of low-fat peanut butter, while Yu Shize's was completely bare.

Upon hearing this, Yu Shize looked up with a smile on his face: "It was just something I did. If Huanhuan needs it, I can help you apply it too?"

"No need, no need, I can do it myself!"

Su Yanhuan quickly waved her hand and chuckled, successfully dispelling the slightly awkward atmosphere from before.

Fang Yutong adjusted her expression, her smile returning to its perfect state, and she said softly to Shi Ze, "Thank you, Shi Ze."

He then turned to Su Yanhuan, his tone still gentle: "If Huanhuan wants to eat it, I'll make it for you next time."

Yu Shize nodded, said nothing more, and lowered his head to eat his breakfast.

Shen Yihuai and Han Jingxue ate quietly, seemingly uninterested in the conversation taking place.

Han Jingxue sipped her oatmeal porridge, while Shen Yihuai naturally placed the peeled hard-boiled egg into the dish next to her.

Han Jingxue paused for a moment, then silently picked up the egg and ate it.

Gu Shu prepares a special breakfast for herself! While others are eating grass!

Fang Yutong's words... sounded a bit... well, but Shu Zi responded quickly!

Yu Shize is back to normal this time.

Shen Yihuai is peeling an egg for Sister Han~ And Sister Han is eating it~

Breakfast was finished in this seemingly calm atmosphere, where undercurrents were swirling beneath the surface.

Director Liu arrived right on time, carrying a task card and a megaphone, his face beaming with a smile; it was clear he was up to no good.

"Good morning, everyone! How was your rest yesterday?" Director Liu's gaze swept over everyone.

Shu Zi put down her milk glass, looked at him, and said very sincerely, "No."

Director Liu: "?"

Shuzi: "Give me back my snacks!"

Director Liu coughed tactically, was habitually hard of hearing, but his smile remained unchanged.

"Hmm! Everyone seems to be full of energy! Let's get down to business!"

Everyone: "..."

Director Liu held up the task card and spoke in a loud voice:

"Just a quick announcement!"

"Last night, our directing team had a small meeting and felt that the convoluted 'special two-way protection mission' in the original plan was affecting the pace and fun of today's main mission."

So, it's been cancelled at the last minute!