After Transmigrating into a Cannon Fodder Submissive, I Became Popular by Foraging on the Beach - Chapter 22

Wang Xiaobai was simultaneously eating big mouthfuls of food and groaning.

“Brother Shen, take me with you tomorrow. I want to ‘lie down and win’…”

The other groups had either not completed their tasks or were utterly exhausted.

Only Shen Qiu’s group was energetic and had enjoyed a delicious dinner.

The other guests couldn’t help but look at them with envy.

Ruan Tang also joked straightforwardly: “No way, take me first! I want to ‘lie down and win’ too.”

Jiang Wei chuckled: “I’m already in Shen Qiu’s group!”

Watching everyone playfully fighting over Shen Qiu, only You Yilian was disdainful.

He definitely did not want to be in the same group as Shen Qiu tomorrow. What bad luck.

In Shen Qiu’s group, he stole all the highlights, making it better to be in other groups for more screen time.

So, during the group selection mini-game the next day, he intentionally lost and joined another group.

The production team on the second day was full of tricks, digging pits everywhere.

Intellectual puzzles, treasure hunts in the village…

Shen Qiu’s group smoothly passed every challenge, carried by Shen Qiu.

The challenges, which were meant to trick Shen Qiu, were completely useless against him.

They only made things difficult for the other groups.

Especially You Yilian, who couldn’t understand the local dialect and was disoriented by the village’s terrain.

He walked along various muddy paths, looking utterly disgusted.

By the time Shen Qiu was already enjoying the rewards from the production team, they were only just rushing to complete their tasks.

The contrast between the two groups was stark.

You Yilian ground his teeth in resentment, yet he still had to feign a friendly appearance in front of the camera.

He pretended to casually remark: “Shen Qiu is so amazing. It’s almost like he knew the script beforehand.”

Wang Xiaobai, who successfully clung to Shen Qiu’s side today, was blunt: “These questions aren’t hard. The production team is just messing with your mentality.”

You Yilian: “I-is that so? Haha.”

The day’s filming ended, and Shen Qiu returned to his room to rest.

After washing up, just as he was about to go to bed, he heard someone talking on the phone outside his door.

“…Filming is so tiring. There’s hardly any good food here. I’m starving…”

“Are you still busy lately… Hmm, I didn’t mean to bother you, it’s just that I miss you so much. Too bad I can’t see you while filming.”

“Ah, Brother Lu, you don’t need to come… This, you’re too busy.”

Shen Qiu opened his door and saw You Yilian talking on the phone in the hallway.

You Yilian hung up and shot him a smug look: “Ah, I’m sorry, was I too loud and did I disturb you?”

“It’s all my boyfriend’s fault. He insisted on visiting me on set, saying he felt sorry for me.”

He glanced at Shen Qiu as if it were nothing and sighed lightly: “We’re in the honeymoon phase, you understand, right?”

Shen Qiu was confused and said calmly: “Suit yourself then.”

You Yilian was stunned for a moment. Shen Qiu wasn’t flying into a rage?

“No, no. My boyfriend also told me to go to bed early. I’m going back now.”

He deliberately emphasized the words “my boyfriend,” carefully watching Shen Qiu’s expression.

But he found that Shen Qiu genuinely didn’t seem to care, and was even a little confused.

You Yilian’s face twisted for a moment.

How could this be?

Previously, the mere mention of Lu Fu would send Shen Qiu into a fit of rage.

But in front of him, Shen Qiu always seemed like a clown, lacking the ability to keep his boyfriend.

He was showing off his affection and mocking Shen Qiu again. Why was Shen Qiu so indifferent?

Seeing that Shen Qiu was about to close the door, You Yilian had no choice but to leave.

Just wait until Lu Fu arrives. Let’s see how Shen Qiu pretends nothing’s wrong then!

Shen Qiu was not the original owner, and he completely ignored You Yilian’s provocation.

He continued to film the show seriously.

The filming went smoothly, except that the director was a little frustrated.

However, seeing that the final product was quite good, the director was still relieved and patted Shen Qiu on the shoulder.

At the end of the last day of filming, everyone discussed having a celebratory meal.

Guests and staff, a large group of people, swarmed the farmhouse restaurant for dinner.

“Excuse me, a friend of mine came to visit. I wonder if he could join us for dinner?” You Yilian asked with a smile, glancing at Shen Qiu.

The director scratched his head: “Since he’s already here, let’s all eat together then.”

You Yilian stepped out and then returned with Lu Fu.

You Yilian smiled and introduced him to everyone.

Lu Fu also owned an entertainment company. Although it was far inferior to Lu Yidong’s, people in the entertainment industry still showed him some respect.

The director smiled: “You should have told us you were coming sooner.”

Lu Fu said: “It’s fine. I just came to see a friend.”

“Are Lu Fu and You Yilian friends?”

Lu Fu gave a perfunctory reply: “Yes.”

Everyone there was a sharp-witted person and could see through the superficiality.

No wonder people said You Yilian had a sugar daddy. So that was the case.

You Yilian smiled smugly.

He pulled Lu Fu: “Don’t stand there. Sit down and let’s eat and talk.”

Lu Fu nodded, not looking at You Yilian.

He hadn’t particularly wanted to come, but You Yilian had persuaded him, and since the novelty of You Yilian hadn’t worn off yet, he indulged his wishes.

But the moment he walked in, for some reason, he noticed Shen Qiu.

Shen Qiu was dressed elegantly and luxuriously, like a pampered young master.

He was smiling and chatting with Wang Xiaobai, looking particularly radiant.

Lu Fu didn’t believe Shen Qiu hadn’t seen him.

Yet, he found that Shen Qiu’s gaze swept over him as if he were a stranger.

There was no change in Shen Qiu’s expression.

Lu Fu felt inexplicably annoyed.

He had already moved on, but seeing Shen Qiu’s appearance again, he felt a nagging ache in his heart.

“Why aren’t you eating, Ge?” You Yilian’s voice brought Lu Fu’s attention back.

Lu Fu looked at him and said gently: “I’m not hungry yet. You eat more.”

You Yilian complained coquettishly and whispered in surprise: “Oh, it’s my fault. I forgot Shen Qiu was here. Don’t be angry for his sake anymore, Ge.”

“Heh, I’m not,” Lu Fu sneered, looking at You Yilian, unconsciously comparing the two.

You Yilian’s appearance was not as naturally exquisite as Shen Qiu’s. Lu Fu felt a little bored.

His attitude naturally wasn’t as affectionate.

You Yilian seemed to sense something, frowning as he glanced at Shen Qiu.

What bad luck. Even now, he was still fighting him for a man.

He lowered his gaze and tenderly coaxed Lu Fu with soft words.

Lu Fu was a sucker for this approach, and his attitude softened considerably throughout the meal.

After dinner, everyone said their goodbyes and left.

“Wait a moment. Brother Lu bought everyone drinks,” You Yilian took out the drinks and handed one to everyone present.

Lu Fu nodded: “Yes, you all worked hard.”

You Yilian specifically handed Shen Qiu’s drink to him, with a provocative look.

“Lu Fu gave this to you. Don’t you want it?”

Shen Qiu smiled flawlessly: “No need. I just ate too much.”

“The person picking me up is already waiting outside. I’ll be going now,” he politely excused himself.

You Yilian was annoyed at not seeing Shen Qiu’s embarrassment.

But he patiently handed out the drinks to the others, maintaining a friendly demeanor.

Shen Qiu finally got away from the two of them and breathed a sigh of relief.

Then he heard an annoying voice behind him.

“Shen Qiu?” Lu Fu had chased after him alone. “…You’ve changed a lot.”

Shen Qiu gave a fake smile: “You too.”

“Are you still mad at me? I…”

Shen Qiu interrupted him: “I don’t know what you’re talking about. We broke up a long time ago. Now I already have a partner. You should focus on You Yilian.”

“You Yilian and I are nothing…” Lu Fu defended.

You Yilian caught up at that moment and just happened to hear that sentence.

He gritted his teeth. Sure enough, Shen Qiu, this little b1tch, was still flirting with him.

He called softly: “Lu Fu…”

Before he could offer a ‘tea-like’ remark, Shen Qiu said: “Isn’t that true? A few days ago, You Yilian said his boyfriend was coming to visit the set.”

Lu Fu looked at You Yilian, showing impatience.

You Yilian was embarrassed.

Shen Qiu continued: “Didn’t you two just get together? I saw You Yilian with a partner before this, too.”

You Yilian’s heart clenched: “Don’t talk nonsense.”

Shen Qiu was surprised: “Wasn’t it true? The CEO of Tanxing Entertainment. Didn’t you two have dinner together before?”

He spread his hands innocently: “Lu Fu, I thought you knew.”

Lu Fu’s face instantly darkened. He stared at You Yilian: “You cheated?”

No man could tolerate this kind of humiliation.

You Yilian paled and explained: “No, don’t listen to his nonsense.”

Lu Fu already didn’t believe his explanation: “There were rumors about you having a sugar daddy before. So they weren’t unfounded? Why are you still pretending to be pure? Do you really think I’m stupid?”

Lu Fu violently shook off You Yilian’s hand.

Shen Qiu couldn’t be bothered to watch them fight like dogs. He happily left after striking back.

You Yilian, desperate, shouted: “Shen Qiu, who do you think you are, pretending to be so noble? Didn’t you just cling to a higher branch? You’re quite good at acting affectionate in front of the camera, aren’t you?”

“In other people’s eyes, you’re nothing more than a plaything!”

Shen Qiu’s heart tightened. Before he could respond, someone spoke up behind him.

“Who are you calling a plaything?”

Lu Yidong got out of the car and placed a hand on Shen Qiu’s shoulder.

He looked down at You Yilian with an air of disdain.