Extra Chapter: Couple Variety Show (2)
After a few days of running a farmhouse inn in a remote village, the production team finally returned to the big city.
Amidst a joyful and harmonious atmosphere, all three pairs of guests successfully withstood the severe tests and reached the next level.
The group drove to a large shopping mall. At this moment, the streets were bustling and lively. The production team got off the car with their bags and hurriedly entered the mall, attracting a crowd of onlookers. They quickly increased their pace and headed to the third floor, where the prepared activity area was located.
Upon entering, it turned out to be a supermarket.
“Here it is.”
At this moment, the host popped up, saying, “Since you couples are starting a life together, here, each group will be given 100 yuan. Use it to buy daily necessities, with a maximum of two items per kind, no more than that.”
“Just a friendly reminder, for every five additional items you purchase, you can have an extra chance at the lucky draw.”
“I don’t understand the rules of the lucky draw. What does it mean?”
“It means that each group will be given 100 yuan, and the more items you buy within the category of daily necessities, the more chances you will have for the lucky draw. That’s what it means.”
“Thanks for the translation earlier. It’s not that difficult to understand, hehe.”
“Hey, it seems like Shu You and Lin Mingxu are likely to win this challenge too. If the show continues like this, let’s have a two-hour lung capacity competition.”
“Yeah, we want to see some kissing.”
The live comments have already taken a strange turn. Shuyou and Linyuan enter at this moment and start discussing.
“Lin Mingxu, you push the cart.”
Shu You thought for a moment and said, “Daily necessities.”
Strictly speaking, there are quite a few items that can be classified as daily necessities, but the production team surely wouldn’t make it that easy. There is a high probability that these items will be useful later.
Therefore, Shu You rolled up his sleeves and went through everything he needs for clothing, food, housing, and transportation in his mind.
Toothpaste and toothbrush combo on special for 9.9 yuan.
Buy one get one free toilet paper roll on special.
“Wait a minute.”
Shu You suddenly stops his hand reaching for the toilet paper and earnestly opens the calculator on his phone.
“Well, this one is 4.8 yuan per pound, I’ll choose this.”
[“Wow, so you can calculate discounts like this based on weight. It seems like I bought things at a slightly higher price.”]
[“Haha, my mom has already picked up the calculator, hehehe.”]
They bought a bunch of stuff, and Lin Mingxu’s cart was filled with quite a lot. He raised an eyebrow and asked, “Is the total price enough?”
“It’s close.”
Shu You thought for a moment and calculated in his mind, “It’s enough, hehe, it seems like we’ll even have a few yuan left.”
Shu You already understood the routine of the production team. They would give money during tasks, so whatever they buy belongs to the guests themselves.
Shu You walked around the snack aisle and grabbed a bag of potato chips.
They were the first to finish. Shu You and Lin Mingxu calculated the bill, holding a steel coin while waiting at the entrance.
Shu You suddenly had an idea and winked at Lin Mingxu, “Do you prefer heads or tails?”
LLin Mingxu’s eyebrows twitched, and he suddenly asked, “Is there a special meaning?”
Shu You blushed and coughed, “What kind of special meaning do you want?”
So the man leaned closer and whispered a few words in his ear.
Shu You: “…”
Damn, today he’s going to fight against evil forces.
And then…
He lost, the evil force won.
Shu You was shocked, “How did you know it was heads?”
Lin Mingxu remained composed and said, “I guessed.”
“I don’t believe it.”
To ensure a comfortable sleep at night, Shu You decided to be a sore loser, “Best out of three, let’s do it two more times.”
In the second round, Lin Mingxu lost.
Shu You immediately became energized, “Quickly, the last time.”
The cameraman felt that something interesting was happening here and moved the camera over.
[“Ah, what are they doing?”]
[“So cute, it seems like they’re flipping a coin.”]
[“It feels like with Shu You around, we’ll never be bored.”]
The coin was thrown high into the air, spinning and falling down. Shu You’s eyes were quick and his hand fast, he caught it and nervously asked, “So, which side do you think it is this time?”
“Just wait a moment.”
Shu You had a pillar behind him, and there was no one nearby. Suddenly, Lin Mingxu approached, bent his arm, and took Shu You behind the pillar when the cameraman turned his head.
The cameraman hesitated, should he follow them or not?
He remembered the director’s instructions, to prioritize the overall situation.
Behind the pillar, Shu You looked up and gestured with his eyes, asking, “What’s wrong?”
Lin Mingxu lowered his gaze slightly, then leaned down and kissed the corner of Shu You’s left lip.
He then kissed the corner of his right lip.
With a deep gaze, Lin Mingxu said with hidden meaning, “Front is acceptable, and reverse is also acceptable.”
Shu You thought, “Lin Mingxu, are you that kind of person? Can’t you pretend not to understand?”
Five minutes later, the two finally came out.
[“What the hell? Why couldn’t we see anything from our esteemed selves?”]
[“No, is it really that intense? It’s just a kissing scene. I’ve seen worse.”]
[“They underestimated us. Hurry up and serve us the main course, or else we’ll kneel down and beg you.”]
After three rounds and two wins, Shu You rubbed his face hard, trying to hide some traces. Coincidentally, the other two couples finished settling the bill.
Based on the overall evaluation, Shu You’s group took first place.
The production team brought the lottery box and started the draw.
Shu You’s group could draw three times, while the others could only draw twice.
The prizes weren’t valuable items, just some ordinary little trinkets and funny toys. Shu You drew two red string bracelets, and the last one was…
“What is this?”
It was a colorful piece of paper, a printed discount coupon.
Shu You looked at both sides and murmured, “Maserati 5 yuan discount coupon.”
[“I can’t believe it. I won one too, and I immediately tore it up, hahaha.”]
[“It’s really speechless. Can I afford a Maserati with just this 5 yuan discount coupon?”]
[“You’re right. What we lack is not a 5 yuan discount, but a Maserati.”]
[“But wait, look at Shu You.”]
[“Great!”]
Shu You was overjoyed and turned to hand the coupon to Lin Mingxu, saying, “Take it. We’ll use it for our next Maserati purchase.”
Lin Mingxu: “…”
It’s hard to say this thing is useless, but if you say it’s useful, it does seem to have its use.
And it’s especially useful in their household.
[“Hahaha, this is too funny. Only Shu You’s family could make use of it.”]
[“My silence has dried up. Is this the first time the Maserati 5 yuan discount coupon has been used?”]
[“That’s right, Shu You will buy a Maserati and won’t let go of the 5 yuan discount.”]”]
The other two couples drew keychains, a pair each.
Everyone put them on immediately. Shu You reached out and examined the red string on his wrist. In the next second, another hand wearing the same red string reached out and intertwined their fingers.
The barrage went crazy again.
[“Ahhhh, I haven’t had lunch yet. I really don’t want to be too full, sob sob.”]
[“Red string, it’s the red string.”]
[“Although, if it were a bit thicker…”]
[“Why can I understand the previous comments?”]
Carrying their personally purchased daily necessities, the guests got back into the car. After a bumpy ride, the production team took them to the mountains on the outskirts.
[“So that’s why they bought daily necessities. Hilarious.”]
[“Turns out it’s camping, tents, and bonfires. Hehehe.”]
[“Same rule as before, each family gets a travel bag.”]
Inside were tents and some simple picnic items, enough to spend a good night.
And as usual, they had to do it themselves.
Shu You was quite good at it, but the production team provided a simplified instruction manual. After reading it for a while, Shu You turned around and found that Lin Mingxu had already started setting up.
He seemed to really know what he was doing.
Before long, a two-person tent was set up and it looked very sturdy.
Shu You blinked and said, “Lin Mingxu, how did you…”
When studying abroad, the man who works diligently is particularly handsome. After finishing work, Lin Mingxu explained, “I went camping with my classmates.”
“I see.”
Shu You suddenly realized and looked at Lin Mingxu, who was very skilled in setting up their temporary home.
“Oh no, now I’m drooling over Lin Mingxu again.”
I feel like if anything happens, Lin Mingxu can really be relied upon.
Yes, that’s the feeling. Even if they’re thrown into the wilderness, they can still survive with perfect cooperation.
Now all that’s left is eating and drinking.
Of course, the production team continued to keep the guests busy.
They had some simple ingredients and cooking utensils for camping. The utensils were usable, but they had to exchange the ingredients with something.
This is where the household items they bought earlier come in handy.
They can bring out the extra items to exchange for food ingredients.
Shu You was really good at it. In terms of daily life, I’m willing to call him the first-place winner.
I’ve taken so many notes. I feel like I can finally save some money this month.
That’s right, my mom praised me for being sensible.
Sure enough, Shu You took out the items and picked some things to exchange.
In the end, the two of them decided to have a barbecue.
After all, it’s a reality show about love and marriage. The production team didn’t turn it into a real survival show. They thoughtfully provided barbecue ingredients and charcoal.
Shu You skillfully sprinkled cumin while muttering to himself.
As he sprinkled, he kept muttering.
The cameraman couldn’t resist his curiosity and approached a little closer.
Shu You said, “Lamb skewers, beef skewers, chicken skewers, they all smell delicious.”
[“I’m so hungry.”]
[“I couldn’t help but order takeout.”]
The aroma wafted from afar, and even the production team holding their boxed meals couldn’t help but drool.
After finishing cooking, Shu You specially gave some to the other two couples.
Time flew by, and it was already evening. The bonfire was indeed lit, and the six of them sat on folding chairs, chatting around the fire.
“Hey Shu You, do you and your boyfriend plan to get married?”
As they chatted, it naturally led to topics related to love and marriage.
The flickering flames were warm. After a moment of thought, Shu You nodded and answered, “Yes, we do. After all, when you reach this stage in a relationship, marriage is inevitable.”
[“Hahaha, what a funny thing to say.”]
[“But it’s not wrong to say that. After all, those who are not proponents of being single will eventually get married when they’re in a relationship, hahaha.”]
[“Wait, I want to know at what stage they’re at.”]
The guests couldn’t help but ask, “So, do you have any ideas about the wedding?”
Shu You smiled shyly, “We are just debating whether to find sponsors to support us or directly advertise for our own company.”
He opened his small mouth and said, “The benefactor fathers can also see my seamless integration of ad lines.”
[“Hahaha, is he really that meticulous in planning?”]
[“Ah, ah, I want to watch their wedding live stream.”]
[“It’s really hilarious that Lin Mingxu saved on advertising fees, hahaha.”]
Lin Mingxu looked over with a slight dark line, and Shu You smiled, showing his teeth. “Don’t worry, I won’t turn the wedding vows into ad lines.”
[“Hahaha, poor Lin Mingxu.”]
[“By the way, it’s actually a good deal. Hiring Shu You is equivalent to hiring Lin Mingxu.”]
[“Who can afford to have Lin Mingxu say ad lines?”]
[“So in the end, it will become a competition among sponsors to see who can get a relationship with Lin Mingxu for free. I’m also happy with that.”]
Lin Mingxu decided not to seek sponsors and found that promoting their own company is the most cost-effective.
But later, they can let Tang Le release some news and receive more red envelopes. Shu You would agree to that.
He couldn’t help but look towards Shu You’s direction. In the flickering firelight and under the starlight, the smile on the young man’s face became even more radiant and brilliant.
Yes, all the red envelopes should go to Shu You, for fun.
The evening chat came to an end, and everyone went into their tents to sleep.
Shu You was no exception.
However,
Just as he entered the tent and hadn’t even settled down, Lin Mingxu was quick to close the tent’s zipper.
The light went out too.
What followed was
Facing forward, then backward, then forward again, then backward.
In the end, it doesn’t matter, it doesn’t matter.