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

Director Liu's gaze first swept over Jiang Yunyou and Su Yanhuan, who were sprawled on the sand like salted fish.

"First of all, our teachers Jiang Yunyou and Su Yanhuan."

The two struggled to sit up, their faces screaming "Let us go."

"Both teachers demonstrated exceptional humor and optimism during this round of tasks!"

"The fortress may be gone, but the joy lives on! You have proven through your actions that the process is more important than the result!"

"Of course, the result is... currently at the bottom."

Jiang Yunyou & Su Yanhuan: "..."

[Director Liu's commentary: Devastatingly insightful]

[Hahahaha, may happiness last forever!]

[Youbao Huanhuan: Good idea! Don't order it again next time, ShuanQ (smiles) (smiles)]

[At the bottom, unsurprisingly (read in a dry, monotone tone)]

Director Liu turned his gaze to Fang Yutong and Yu Shize.

"Teacher Fang Yutong and Teacher Yu Shize, your teamwork is a model of calm and efficiency. Your offense is well-organized, your defense is solid, your defense is well-preserved, and your performance is consistently outstanding."

Fang Yutong smiled gently: "Thank you, Director Liu."

Yu Shize nodded politely.

[Official, polite, emotionless, nice]

This is now a standard colleague relationship, completely uneventful.

[Tsk tsk tsk, it seems he's still affected by that incident.]

Then, Director Liu looked at Shen Yihuai and Han Jingxue.

"Teacher Shen Yihuai and Teacher Han Jingxue had clear tactics, decisive execution, and excellent teamwork in offense and defense, which put tremendous pressure on the opponent."

"Especially Teacher Shen, whose key attacks were very brilliant."

Shen Yihuai curled his lips, but said nothing.

Han Jingxue nodded with a faint expression.

[“Especially Teacher Shen”—Director Liu, you also think he’s ruthless, right?]

[Sister Han: Don't touch me!]

Finally, Director Liu's gaze fell on Gu Yan and Shu Zi, and his smile became somewhat meaningful.

"Teacher Gu Yan, Teacher Shu Zi."

Shu Zi unconsciously straightened her back.

"The performances of the two were full of surprises and highlights."

Director Liu said slowly, "We have tactics, we have contingency plans, and as for teamwork... although there were some minor hiccups, the final result was good."

"Especially Teacher Gu, whose several crucial saves and defenses were truly miraculous, turning the tide of the game. Teacher Shu Zi... showed a strong offensive drive in the later stages, her spirit is commendable!"

Shu Zi: "..."

What do you mean by "commendable spirit"? Have we run out of words to praise someone?

She took a deep breath and endured it.

[The little incident refers to Gu Yanfei's emergency rescue when the tower almost collapsed, hahaha]

[“Commendable spirit” – Director Liu, are you implying that Shu Zi was experiencing impotent rage later on?]

[Shu Zi: My fist has hardened]

[Gu Yan: Stay calm]

"Alright, that concludes the review!"

Director Liu waved his hand dismissively, ending the suspense, "Now, let's reveal the final standings, and what it directly determines: your lunch today!"

He flipped open the card in a flash:

Fourth Place: Jiang Yunyou, Su Yanhuan! Prize: A healthy vegetable salad! Plus, a friendly encouragement from the production team: Keep up the good work next time!

Jiang Yunyou and Su Yanhuan hugged each other and cried bitterly.

Third Place: Fang Yutong, Yu Shize! Prize: A standard lunchbox from the production crew!

Fang Yutong smiled and nodded, and Yu Shize also nodded, indicating that it was acceptable.

Second Place: Shen Yihuai, Han Jingxue! Prize: Seafood Fried Rice Set Meal!

Shen Yihuai raised an eyebrow, seemingly satisfied with the ranking.

Shu Zi rubbed her hands together. Since the second place was seafood fried rice, then the first place...

Director Liu paused deliberately, his gaze sweeping over the expectant Shu Zi and the composed Gu Yan, and chuckled:

"First place: Gu Yan, Shu Zi! The points reward is—"

"Seaside BBQ feast! All-you-can-eat seafood, all-you-can-eat meat, and unlimited refills of drinks!"

"yeah--!!!"

Shu Zi jumped up instantly.

Barbecue! Seafood! Meat! Unlimited refills!

She turned her head excitedly and looked straight at Gu Yan, her eyes sparkling.

Gu Yan was looking at her, unable to hide the smile in his eyes.

"See?" Shu Zi raised her chin, her little expression full of smugness, "We won."

Gu Yan hummed in agreement, raised his hand, and gently patted the top of her head, his voice low and tinged with amusement:

"Director Shu is a capable leader."

After taking the picture, he didn't pull his hand back; his gaze remained fixed on her face.

Shu Zi blinked: "Why are you staring at me like that?"

Gu Yan raised an eyebrow: "Have you forgotten something?"

Shu Zi was stunned for a moment, her mind racing.

Snacks! You can get snacks if you win the game!!!

"You have a great memory!"

Her eyes lit up even more; she had almost forgotten about that!

She immediately turned to Director Liu, her voice clear and crisp: "Director Liu! Give me back my snacks! You promised to give me back my snacks if I win!"

Gu Yan: "..."

Never mind, we can talk about it tonight.

Director Liu picked at his ear: "This afternoon, come pick it up this afternoon. Three packs per person, no more."

Shu Zi: "...6"

She turned back to look at Gu Yan, her little face scrunched up, and said in a wronged tone, "He has no sportsmanship!"

Gu Yan looked at her sulky little face and chuckled softly.

"Yes," he nodded in agreement, "he has no sense of martial ethics."

Shu Zi was somewhat appeased by this agreement, but when she thought about how only three "representatives" of her beloved snack army could return, she couldn't help but glare at Director Liu in the distance again.

Forget it, three packages are still grain, I have to go and collect them this afternoon!

[A BBQ feast! Jealousy has distorted my appearance!]

[Shuzi jumped for joy! So cute!]

【Director Shu's leadership is excellent! — Gu Yan, you're so capable!】

[Ahhhhh, Zizi is being all cute and affectionate with President Gu! Who understands? These two are so sweet it's almost unbearable!]

[Director Liu is such a cheapskate! He only paid for three months' worth of packages!]

So, what exactly is that instruction for? Director Liu still hasn't explained it.

What's the rush? There's still the afternoon and evening! (Rubbing hands together)

The aroma of barbecue wafted over, instantly washing away Shu Zi's slight "resentment" towards Director Liu.

She grabbed Gu Yan and rushed towards the barbecue area. "Gu Yan, you go get a plate first! The biggest one! I'll go see what good food they have!"

Shu Zi wandered around the ingredient section again and again, her mouth never stopping:

"These prawns are great! Squid tentacles! Lamb skewers! Chicken wings! These mushrooms look good too... I'll have to get a couple of skewers of corn, and the rice cakes smell pretty good too..."

Gu Yan brought over two of the largest plates and saw that her plates were already piled high with food.

Holding the tongs in my hand, I hesitated whether to add two more skewers of chicken cartilage skewers.

"Can you handle it?" he asked, a smile in his eyes.

"I can handle it! It's nothing!"

Shu Zi, with a self-righteous air, added two more bunches of enoki mushrooms, piling them high, and then clapped her hands with satisfaction.

"Alright, that's enough for now. We'll start the second round later!"

Gu Yan had no choice but to say nothing and silently helped her carry the food to her seat.

The meat skewers, grilled over charcoal, sizzle and drip with oil, and when sprinkled with chili powder and cumin, they smell incredibly delicious.