CH 18.2

Do You Still Hate Her? 08 – Don’t you guys have any bottom line?

Ye Lu somehow found a clove of garlic and fed it to Shang Lu. Then, he chased after Shang Lu, wanting to blow garlic breath in her face to get revenge for the bitter gourd juice incident.

Shang Lu was extremely disgusted by the garlic smell and could only hide behind Lin Yanyan. In the end, Lin Yanyan who was stunned by the garlic smell threw the Tangram pieces : “Ye Lu, are you crazy!”

Ye Lu accidentally stepped on Song Zeqian’s foot while trying to escape. Song Zeqian grabbed Ye Lu’s collar expressionlessly but grudgingly and made it easy for Lin Yanyan to beat Ye Lu up. Ye Lu had no choice but to seek help from Shang Lu, the only person who could control Lin Yanyan. However, Ye Lu bumped into Xu Ze on the way.

The scene was chaotic, yet there was a sense of indescribable humor.

[Hahaha, this chaotic atmosphere is actually quite cute. I like how everyone interacts like this.]

[If someone had told me half a month ago that I would watch this variety show for the sake of friendship, I would have found it absurd. But now… it’s so enjoyable.]

Someone summed up the reason why they loved watching this show.

[Their emotions are clearly displayed, showing us the real people they are.]

Immediately, someone chimed in.

[Yeah, even Song Zeqian seems genuinely annoyed by them. He doesn’t even bother hiding it, hahaha.]

[Song Zeqian : ? Why be polite.]

The program team then announced the purpose of today’s episode, which was actually set up to distract the actress Jiang Jing, because it was her birthday.

Everyone : “?”

The staff’s expressions stiffened after hearing everyone’s doubtful looks, and they asked, “Why are you all looking at us like that?”

Shang Lu directly asked, “You guys don’t plan on doing something mean on the birthday, do you? That wouldn’t be appropriate.”

Lin Yanyan nodded and added, “It’s okay on regular days, but today is someone’s birthday. Don’t go too far.”

Ye Lu looked at them with disdain and said, “Seeking attention is fine, but don’t lose your conscience.”

The three of them sarcastically commented, each one harsher than the other, representing the unspoken thoughts of Song Zeqian and Xu Ze as well.

You see, this show has always been about doing mean things, from its promotional tactics to the actual recording. The only advantage is perhaps that it’s broadcasted live, so malicious editing is not possible.

Therefore, when the program team mentioned birthdays, everyone naturally had negative thoughts.

Netizens found their reactions quite amusing.

[Hahaha, there’s not a single trustworthy aspect of the program team in everyone’s minds, not even a trace of humanity!]

[In other shows, when it’s a guest’s birthday, the first reaction should be to celebrate warmly together. But when it comes to this show, the guests are worried that the program team will specifically torment the birthday person. Hahaha!]

[Program team : We’re not devils either!]

As it turns out, everyone’s assumptions were indeed exaggerated. The program team wouldn’t go so far as to persecute the birthday star without any humanity because the ones being persecuted today are…

The others!

Here are the rules:

The program group has informed Jiang Jing that due to some unexpected circumstances, they won’t be able to make it back. So, Jiang Jing will go to a certain restaurant for lunch alone.

Meanwhile, everyone else will undergo a transformation by makeup artists to disguise themselves as members of the opposite sex and work as waitstaff at the restaurant. They will take turns serving dishes and pouring water for Jiang Jing. If they are recognized, they will be considered eliminated and will face punishment in the evening.

The six of them will be divided into three teams, and each team, while concealing their own identities, must find ways to expose the others.

Everyone : “…”

Are they crazy?

[Hahaha, high energy warning ahead!]

[Are they crazy? Hahaha, but I love watching!]

[What gift can we give to Teacher Jiang Jing? How about giving her some happiness? Hahaha]

[Is this program toxic? What kind of tasks are these? It’s really wicked, hahaha]

The production team considers this to be a very interesting task and is prepared for the guests’ resistance. They have even figured out how to convince them. However…

“Yay! How interesting!”

Shang Lu’s cheerful voice sounded, and there was even anticipation on her face. She was just hoping the production team could hurry up and start doing the styling.

Shang Lu has never dressed up in men’s clothing before, especially with so many people together. Just thinking about it feels very interesting.

And she is also looking forward to seeing Yu Su in women’s clothing. He should look beautiful, right?!

Originally, Lin Yanyan thought that men’s clothing was ugly and was somewhat unwilling. However, seeing Shang Lu’s excitement, she immediately changed her mind and said, “Okay, I can do it, but I want to wear the same clothes as Shang Lu and have the same styling!”

Ye Lu sneered, “In your eyes, I may not be the most handsome, but when I crossdress, I will definitely be more beautiful than Yu Su!”

Yu Su : “…”

He doesn’t have that competitive desire, thank you.

Netizens : “?”

[Hey, aren’t you accepting things a little too quickly? Shouldn’t you have some reservations and go through the procedure?]

[I thought this would be torture for them, but they actually seem quite happy.]

[Does anyone know how to be as happy as they are? Just follow my lead, first lose your mind, then lose your face, and you’ll be able to do it! Isn’t it simple? Give it a try and learn!]

[Master, I’ve leaned it.]

[Don’t you struggle at all? Don’t you guys have any bottom line?!]

Song Zeqian doesn’t really care about this. Since he chose to come on this variety show, the spirit of the contract is enough to make him abide by any rules here, regardless of moral standards.

Besides, as the saying goes, anything is fine in arts.

At this moment, the only two people who are a bit hesitant are Yu Su and Xu Ze. Dressing up in women’s clothing is an unprecedented thing for them, but they are generally quiet, and no one on the scene has raised any objections, so naturally, they won’t say anything on their own.

Everyone got on the car and arrived at the dressing rooms arranged by the production team. Makeup artists and stylists were waiting there.

Soon, the men and women were divided into separate rooms for makeup.

Shang Lu and Lin Yanyan changed into the uniforms of restaurant waiters, and the black suits looked good on them.

Next, they had to remove all the existing makeup from their faces before they could apply a more masculine makeup.

Shang Lu didn’t have much makeup on, so it was easily removed, and then she let the makeup artist do their work.

[Shang Lu has such great skin. Does she really not have any pores on her face?]

[So beautiful! I can’t stop staring!]

[I’m tired of using the word ‘wife’.]

[Doesn’t Shanglu’s eyes look a bit dark? She really likes staying up late, no wonder she’s always seen drinking coffee on the variety show.]

[The fact proves that even if you’re a female celebrity, staying up late is not good for you!]

[But I still think Shang Lu is beautiful, so perfect that she doesn’t look like a real person. Having a slight flaw is not a disadvantage, but adds to her beauty.]

[While ordinary people would look tired with dark circles under their eyes, Shang Lu, on the other hand, exudes a sense of decadence, making her even more gorgeous.]