The male guest finished his questions, and this individual interview also concluded.
Although they didn't know why the production team had prevented them from leaving earlier, the feeling of hunger had now surged through their minds, and the aroma of barbecue wafted over with the wind.
They walked along the long corridor behind the cabin. Since no one seemed to have been there recently, there were no cameras installed.
Flowers were planted along one side of the corridor. As the sky darkened, Shen Jianxi could vaguely make out jasmine, roses, and other types of flowers, but she couldn't see clearly.
These flowers had likely been neglected for a long time. Although they were growing well, they appeared somewhat overgrown.
The mingled scents of various flowers entered her nose, not overly sweet.
Shen Jianxi and Jing Luan walked side by side at the back. Seeing his tightly pursed lips, she quietly squeezed her palm and whispered, "Teacher Shen has taken good care of me."
Jing Luan's throat moved slightly. His expression remained unchanged, but his hand did not pull away.
Shen Jianxi looked at the few people ahead. Shen Xingzhi and Ji Zhaoyun were talking about something.
Ye Chuanzi glanced back. Ever since they started walking side by side, he had guessed that Jing Luan was her target for conquest. Although his heart ached, he indifferently turned back.
It could be said that no one was paying attention to the two of them at the moment.
However, Shen Jianxi didn't do anything outrageous. She simply made a quick heart gesture at Jing Luan when she was sure no one ahead could see and there were no cameras nearby.
Seeing him momentarily stunned by her action, Shen Jianxi tugged at Jing Luan's sleeve again and whispered in a soft voice, "Don't be angry anymore~"
Jing Luan turned his head, suppressing the rapid beating of his heart, and remained silent.
Seeing this, Shen Jianxi moved a little closer and tried again, "Don't be angry~ Jing Luan—"
"Gege."
77: "Beep! Favorability +4, Jing Luan's current favorability is 37."
Although the last two words were whispered, the distance between them was still close enough for Jing Luan to hear clearly.
"Cough, cough, cough, cough..."
He was suddenly choked by his saliva and began to cough.
The sound attracted the attention of the three people ahead. Shen Xingzhi and the others turned to look.
The moment they turned their heads, Shen Jianxi quickly let go of Jing Luan's clothes and took a small step to the side, widening the distance between them.
Then, as if just noticing, she walked forward and patted his back, "Brother Luan, why are you choking? Are you okay?"
"I, cough, cough, cough," seeing him trying to say something, Shen Jianxi increased the force of her hands, "What does Brother Luan want to say?"
"You, cough, cough, cough, I, cough, cough, cough..."
"Hmm? What did you say? I can't hear you." Shen Jianxi looked confused and even increased the force of her patting.
Jing Luan grabbed her wrist. After catching his breath, he turned and smiled at the people ahead, "I'm fine, just choked on some saliva."
Hearing this, and knowing it was nothing serious, everyone stopped paying attention.
Seeing everyone turn back, Jing Luan glared at Shen Jianxi. She really hit hard. He felt like his lungs were about to be caved in.
Shen Jianxi looked at him innocently.
Her appearance was infuriating, so he simply averted his gaze and walked forward without looking at her.
However...
Shen Jianxi glanced at the wrist that he was still holding.
Forget it, she wouldn't remind him.
...
When they arrived at the front yard, the female guests had already started grilling. The head chef was Qi Jia. On a plate beside her were some grilled chicken wings and skewers.
Seeing them return, Li Ying was about to call them over to eat. Unexpectedly, Zhao Yingxin quickly picked up a plate and came over.
"Quick, they're just off the grill, eat them while they're hot. They won't be as good when they get cold."
As she spoke, she stepped forward and distributed the food to everyone.
Despite her eagerness to go to Shen Jianxi's side, Zhao Yingxin remembered who had the highest status here and first offered the food to Shen Xingzhi.
When it came to Shen Jianxi, there was only one beef skewer left on the plate. However, although it was the last one, it was the largest and best-grilled among all the skewers on the plate earlier.
Shen Jianxi reached out and took it. Their hands brushed accidentally. She didn't mind, but Zhao Yingxin snatched her hand back with a dramatic movement, leaving Shen Jianxi looking confused.
Despite this, she still remembered to say thank you.
"You, you're welcome." Zhao Yingxin's face was slightly flushed. Seen up close, she found Shen Jianxi even more attractive.
Some people's features look good individually but not when combined; however, Shen Jianxi's features were not only good-looking on their own but even more so when put together.
Shen Jianxi didn't notice her expression or actions. Just as she took a bite of the beef skewer, Zhao Yingxin in front of her suddenly said shyly, "...I grilled this skewer."
Her movements froze. The meat she had just bitten into was neither chewable nor swallowable, leaving her in a difficult predicament.
Shen Jianxi finally noticed Zhao Yingxin's state.
The slightly flushed cheeks, the averted gaze, and the nervously pursed lips...
Everything seemed to point to one possibility.
This Zhao Yingxin...
Could she like her?! Su Dan Novel Network
Thinking of this possibility, Shen Jianxi shivered.
No way, she must be overthinking it.
Before she could ponder further, Zhao Yingxin noticed her sudden shiver and quickly said, "Are you cold? There are blankets over there. Wait here, I'll get you one."
Saying this, she turned to get them.
Shen Jianxi quickly grabbed her wrist, "Teacher Zhao, no, no need. I, I'm not cold, I just, just..."
She couldn't come up with anything to say for a moment. To make matters worse, Zhao Yingxin was staring at her, waiting for an answer.
On a whim, with a "what the heck" attitude, Shen Jianxi said, "I just really need to use the restroom and I can't hold it any longer!"
Her voice was a bit loud, and the courtyard wasn't very large. The volume was just right for everyone to hear.
Feeling all eyes on her, Shen Jianxi wished she could disappear into a hole in the ground. She wished she could slap herself.
Listen to yourself! What have you said!
"Then hurry and go, don't hold it too long."
It wasn't a big deal initially, but Zhao Yingxin's words inexplicably made everyone laugh. And she said it so sincerely that Shen Jianxi didn't know what to say.
Shen Jianxi forced a smile and weakly chuckled a few times before turning back into the house.
Watching her go, 77 was a bit confused. It had felt how hungry the host was earlier, so why did she go back inside after just spending a while in the lounge?
"Xixi, where are you going?"
She gritted her teeth and replied, "To the restroom! So I don't hold it in and make myself sick!"
77: "...Oh."
It was as if she was going to war to go to the restroom.
The system didn't understand.