"You tried every possible means to get us here, but after all this time you told us there is no return stone! What on earth are you doing?!"
After several days of exploring in a difficult environment, I finally had hope, but found that it was just a bubble that was about to burst. The contradiction that had been suppressed for a long time finally broke out.
The guests and the program crew started arguing, and it was finally stopped when the director rushed over to mediate. In short, it was quite unpleasant.
Yang Jia cried, "How long do I have to stay here? I really can't stay here any longer. There are so many mosquitoes at night and there's not even an air conditioner..."
Her hair was stuck to her face because of her tears, and she looked pitiful and ridiculous.
The director sighed helplessly: "I'm really sorry, but this is the rule that was set in advance. And don't think so negatively, it won't take too long to leave here!"
As far as he knew, Meng Yao had collected six stones.
The main theme of "Survival Challenge" is cruelty. If the guests are not too emotional, the director will not appear to persuade them.
The director's assurance did not have much effect, the scene was still chaotic, and Li Jin even cursed out loud.
Although conflicts always bring heat, the director couldn't help feeling annoyed: "Since we are here, all the guests are requested to abide by the rules." There are some things that he is not comfortable saying openly, but other guests should be aware of them.
After venting his anger, the guest finally regained his composure.
Li Jin threw the stone in his hand to the ground and said, "It turns out to be a useless thing!" After that, he and Meng Qingqing left angrily.
Zhang Jiamin's condition was not very good either. He and Yang Jia said goodbye to the village chief and left.
Handing the peeled orange to Ranran, Meng Yao said, "Sister is leaving."
Ran Ran reluctantly asked, "Can't we play for a while longer?"
Meng Yao shook her head and rubbed her head: "I have something important to do in the afternoon. I will come to see you next time."
Xie Ying hugged Ranran from behind: "Have you forgotten what mom said? You can't disturb your sister when she's doing things. You are a good child, right?"
Ranran nodded.
After saying goodbye to the village chief's family, Meng Yao did not forget to say goodbye to the director at the door.
The director was stunned, then smiled and said to them, "I wish you can find the stone of return soon."
"I'll lend you my good words."
After returning home, Meng Yao told Han Mei all her speculations about the "return stone".
Han Mei thought for a moment and said, "So that's how it is... No wonder..." He raised his eyes and praised, "Senior is really amazing, your thinking is so sharp."
"Don't praise me, my thinking ability is just average." Meng Yao paused and said, "We have collected six return stones, so I think we won't be far from home."
Han Mei responded after a while. His expression was a little complicated and he didn't seem very excited.
*
Rong Wei received the news that Rong Yiqing was sent to the hospital, and then put down his work and rushed to the hospital.
The advantage of private hospitals is that they have greater confidentiality and have always been favored by artists.
Rong Yiqing is popular and gets along well with people everywhere. Many people come to visit him, and the table is filled with fruit baskets.
When Rong Wei walked in, most of the people had left. He looked at Rong Yiqing's condition and breathed a sigh of relief when he saw the bright smile on his face.
"what happened?"
He sat down next to Rong Yiqing, his eyes calm but with a hint of worry.
"Brother, you're here? Who called you? I just have a minor injury, it's nothing serious." Rong Yiqing had a white bandage wrapped around his forehead, but he looked in good spirits.
Rong Yan's eyes stopped at the bandage on his forehead: "Did you have an argument with someone? What happened?"
He paused and said, "Don't look at how badly I'm bandaged. It's actually not a big deal. The director was scared so he sent me to the hospital. I didn't expect that he would call you."
"Who is it that you are arguing with?"
“What’s his name… Cui Jian or Cui Yi…” Rong Yiqing rubbed his hair in annoyance, but when he accidentally touched the wound on his forehead, he cried out in pain: “I beat that guy pretty hard, I didn’t expect him to sneak attack, otherwise I would never let him play with me like this!”
Rong Yun nodded slightly.
At this time, the attending physician came over to report Rong Yiqing's condition.
Hearing that it was only a minor injury, Rong Yan nodded and thanked him: "Thank you for your trouble, doctor."
"No trouble, no trouble."
After the attending physician left, Rong Yiqing leaned closer and said, "Brother, don't tell grandma about this. She doesn't like me being an actor, and she'll be furious when she finds out about this! She has a stubborn temper, and I can't win over her, so of course I don't dare to make her angry!"
"I'll help you deal with that person."
"Brother..." Rong Yiqing's eyes moved slightly.
"I'm your brother, how could I ignore you?" He stood up and straightened his clothes: "The company is a little busy, I'll leave first."
Rong Yiqing felt mixed emotions as he looked at Rong Yun's haggard look. His parents passed away early, and Rong Yun had been the one taking care of him since he was young.
"Brother, I heard that Uncle San has been having a lot of trouble recently... right?"
Rong Yun lowered his eyes and replied calmly: "Don't worry about these things, just focus on filming your scene."
The moment Rong Yan turned around, Rong Yiqing shouted, "Brother, next time you bring your sister-in-law to the old house, we can visit grandma together."
Rong Yun turned back, his eyes a little softer: "Okay."
He urged: "Take good care of your health."
*
Patting the dirt off his hands, Meng Yao slowly stood up and then moved the bags of potatoes onto the car.
Lao Zhang, who was at the front, shouted, "I want to go home now. Can I take you two back with me?"
Meng Yao and Han Mei shook their heads and followed Old Zhang's wife to weed for a while. After a long time, Old Zhang's wife drove them home in a three-wheeled electric vehicle.
The two sat down side by side, and Han Mei asked, "How long will it take us to gather all the return stones?"
Meng Yao was holding a straw in her mouth. She was only wearing a simple short-sleeved shirt and long pants, but the recklessness between her brows could not be concealed.
Han Mei was slightly distracted. Compared to the gorgeous look on the red carpet, Meng Yao now had an indescribable wild beauty. Her every move was unrestrained, as if she grew up in the mountains.
When they arrived at Lao Zhang's house, Lao Zhang solemnly handed the stone to them and said, "With your help, we were able to clean up so quickly. Thank you for your hard work."
Meng Yao touched the stone in his hand, feeling its heavy texture.
"You're welcome. You treated us to a lot of delicious food."
Old Zhang smiled and said, "If you are willing, you are welcome to visit us anytime!"
"Congratulations to Meng Yao and Han Mei for collecting seven return stones and successfully completing this mission!"
(End of this chapter)