I’ve Gone Viral Because of a Money-Saving Variety Show

Chapter 79: Chapter 76 Hurry and take a look at President Zhou, he is almost falling apart… Chapter 79: Chapter 76 Hurry and take a look at President Zhou, he is almost falling apart… [Before twenty-four hours were up, Zheng He was already freaking out.]
[With escorts rushing to his side, Zheng He was not far from losing it.]
Zheng He’s shouting was quite effective; Wan Chen and Han Qianyi quickly stood in front of him, forming a human wall to stop Chen Xixi from approaching.
Zheng He watched as Chen Xixi held a plate of fish, walking step by step towards him, he swallowed nervously, reaching into his pocket to grip the Gold Coin tightly, and blurted out in panic, “D-don’t come any closer! I’m warning you, if you dare, my people aren’t pushovers! Watch out, they won’t go easy on you!”
Wan Chen and Han Qianyi: “…” The two of them were civilized as well, right? Now, with what Zheng He said, why did it sound like they were ruthless killers?
Chen Xixi looked at the three of them oddly, then walked past them very naturally without another glance and pushed open the door to the VIP room behind them and entered.
It wasn’t until the door closed gently that the tension surrounding Zheng He and the others dissipated…
To be accurate, it didn’t dissipate, but shifted, into awkwardness.
Zheng He, Wan Chen, and Han Qianyi felt as if a billion crows flew over their heads: “…”
So… Chen Xixi’s approach just now wasn’t directed at Zheng He but only to enter the VIP room?
Suddenly, their frantic protective gesture just moments ago seemed clownish…
[Hahaha, I’m dying of laughter! They made such a fuss, and Chen Xixi didn’t even plan to pay them any attention!]
[Help! I’m already feeling so embarrassed for the three of them!]
[When is Chen Xixi planning to snatch the Gold Coin? I can’t wait to see them fight!]
Wan Chen turned to the side, pretending nothing happened and glanced at Zheng He, “Treating yourself like the emperor, demanding protection.”
Zheng He ignored Wan Chen and cast his gaze towards Jin Cheng, who was standing about a meter away from them, looking completely detached from the situation.
Zheng He questioned, “Why didn’t you come up to protect me just now?”
Jin Cheng was already in a foul mood, not in the mood to deal with Zheng He, he turned his head, and in an indifferent tone, said, “I didn’t react in time. Besides, Chen Xixi didn’t mean any harm to you just now.”
Zheng He: “This is called prevention is better than cure, do you understand? If we wait until she does want to harm me, it will be too late!”
Even though the incident was a bit embarrassing, it made Zheng He realize that Jin Cheng was extremely unreliable; he felt that he couldn’t easily trust his life to Jin Cheng.
Jin Cheng couldn’t be bothered to argue with Zheng He, his mind occupied with wondering what his Uncle had arranged and when he would get to eat.
The air quieted down, and Han Qianyi suddenly spoke up, “Next time don’t shout ‘protect the emperor’, it makes me feel an urge to pretend I’m an imperial guard with a blade.”
The future Oscar-winning actress’s ability to immerse in a role was no joke.
…
Inside the VIP room.
Zhou Jinyuan, hearing the commotion outside, immediately looked up.
After the first four Guests had entered the VIP room, it was Lu Wenling who was responsible for communicating, and Zhou Jinyuan rarely spoke unless it was necessary.
Only this time, Zhou Jinyuan preempted what should have been Lu Wenling’s line, looking earnestly at Chen Xixi, he asked, “Who is this dish for?”
Chen Xixi looked at Zhou Jinyuan, the corners of her lips curving up to reveal a sweet smile.
Then Zhou Jinyuan and Lu Wenling saw her lift her arms above her head and wiggle her decorated hands.
What she said next, however, was in sharp contrast with her smile, making Zhou Jinyuan feel an extreme chill.
Chen Xixi: “President Zhou, this braised fish is for President Lu.”
Lu Wenling, caught off guard, saw his smile growing immeasurably wider on his face, he even chuckled a bit.
Zhou Jinyuan’s expression remained unchanged, “What’s so funny.”
His tone was calm and nonchalant, but his hand underneath the table was unconsciously clenching tighter, with his knuckles clearly defined and his veins slightly protruding.
Chen Xixi immediately stopped smiling.
Zhou Jinyuan looked at Chen Xixi, his tone a few degrees warmer than before, “I wasn’t talking about you.”
Lu Wenling: “…” So that means you were talking about me! What, am I not even allowed to laugh now?
But the thought of Chen Xixi cooking for him, instead of for Zhou Jinyuan, made it impossible for him to suppress the smile tugging at the corners of his mouth.
Lu Wenling couldn’t help asking, “Is there a special way to eat this dish? Do I have to, like you just did… shake it before I can eat?”
Chen Xixi shook her hands again, “No need, President Lu, this is the punishment game I drew. You don’t have to do it.”
Lu Wenling’s mouth twitched. To be honest, he felt like this was somehow more of a punishment for them… He always had the feeling she was busy with something, but couldn’t quite pinpoint what.
Chen Xixi placed the braised fish in front of Lu Wenling. He leaned over, took a whiff, and put on an extremely exaggerated expression, “This is so fragrant! President Zhou, do you smell that?”
The aroma of the braised fish was indeed pleasant, but not to the extravagant extent Lu Wenling was making it seem. Clearly, he wanted to stir things up a bit more in Zhou Jinyuan’s minefield.
He had been suppressed by Zhou Jinyuan for over twenty years, it was about time he turned the tables!
As he spoke, he even gestured as if fanning the delicious scent of the braised fish towards Zhou Jinyuan.
Then he spoke with malicious glee, “Take a good whiff.”
Zhou Jinyuan turned his head towards Lu Wenling, his dark eyes conveying a warning, “Are you going to eat it or not?”
After successfully sensing the sourness wafting in the air, Lu Wenling spoke with a laugh, “Eat, eat, eat!”
Seeing the opportunity, Lu Wenling grabbed his chopsticks, picked up a piece of fish, and put it in his mouth.
The fish was tender and melted in the mouth. Although the flavor wasn’t as perfect as a Michelin-starred chef’s, it had its own addictive charm.
Lu Wenling immediately looked up at Chen Xixi and exclaimed in admiration, “This is so delicious! It’s one thing to be good-looking, but to have such great cooking skills too, not bad!” Aside from that initial ceremony, the overall experience was very satisfactory.
Chen Xixi smiled, raised her hands, and started shaking them again, “So does that mean I pass?”
“Of course! You definitely pass!” Lu Wenling closed his eyes, picked up the sign sitting beside the table, and showed Chen Xixi the side with the green check mark.
Chen Xixi’s face immediately lit up with joy.
She had successfully secured half of the grand feast!
As Chen Xixi was basking in happiness, a chilly tone pierced her ears, “You personally cooked for him, what about me?”
Listening closely, that chill in the voice seemed to carry a hint of grievance and discontent.
For some reason, a thought suddenly popped up in Chen Xixi’s mind: Chen Xixi, you better turn around and look at President Zhou, he’s about to shatter…
Upon hearing this, Chen Xixi turned to look at Zhou Jinyuan.
She leaned in close to President Zhou, raised both hands, and shook them several times, speaking earnestly, “President Zhou, our relationship isn’t something that can be proven by just one dish! What’s our bond? We’ve starved together, fought enemies together, and won the Stomach King trophy as comrades! Our friendship is revolutionary! We’re brothers who’ve shared hardships and fortunes together!
And President Lu, it’s his first time here; he’s a Guest, and we’re acquaintances. Our bond relies on communication from heart to heart, collision of soul to soul, connection of spirit to spirit! So how could you harbor any resentment towards me, just over a dish?”
It’s always been the boss ‘PUA-ing’ her, this was the first time she attempted to ‘PUA’ a future boss. She wasn’t sure if it would work.
She felt a little nervous.
Listening to her, Lu Wenling stopped mid-bite, suddenly finding the fish in his mouth less appetizing. He said, “So I’m the outsider, huh?”
Chen Xixi raised her hand and began a shaking gesture, her determined gaze sweeping between Zhou Jinyuan and Lu Wenling, “No, we’re all family!”
[The audacity! I feel like I’m watching an employee ‘PUA’ their boss…]
[Boss is truly boss-level to keep a straight face in the face of such a dance! Respect! If it were me, I’d be rolling on the floor laughing by now, haha!]
[Hahaha Xixi has got that pyramid scheme vibe going on!]
[God, one big happy family! Hahaha, Chen Xixi, you’re reaching for the stars here!]
[Hahaha, I say you three just get together!]
[I feel like Chen Xixi is a bit of a player, hahaha, cajoling President Zhou and now President Lu!]
[That’s because she can’t afford to offend either of the two patrons! And she has to keep both happy to have her meal!]