When the Side Character Gets a System and Travels through Difference Worlds-Chapter 75: Chi Mo 29

In the car, the director dutifully introduced the scenic spot they were heading to. "Today, we’re going to the Yalong Bay scenic area. Yalong Bay is known as the ’Number One Bay in the World.’ The beach here is gentle and wide, with clear water like you’d find in Southeast Asian countries, and the sand is white and fine. You can swim here all year round, making it a must-visit destination for tourists in H Province." 𝒇𝒓𝙚𝒆𝔀𝓮𝓫𝒏𝓸𝙫𝓮𝓵.𝓬𝙤𝙢

"Many five-star hotels are gathered here. There are beautiful lounge chairs and umbrellas on the beach. Even if you do nothing at all, just lying here and spacing out is pure bliss."

"Of course, there are also many water sports available, such as cruises, jet skis, parasailing, helicopter rides, and more."

Tan You took the small brochure from the director’s hand. "The beach is beautiful."

The director added a few personal comments. "Absolutely! Momo, you’re so beautiful, anything you wear on the beach will look like it’s from a professional photoshoot. Did you bring a few extra outfits? We should take a lot of pictures later."

Tan You shook her head. "No. Don’t I look good like this?"

Tan You wasn’t the type to show off. Although Chi Mo had a great figure, Tan You genuinely disliked wearing revealing clothes, even if they were very beautiful.

For today’s outing, she wore an ankle-length dress, paired with a sun-protection cardigan and a wide-brimmed hat. It was both stylish and offered excellent sun protection.

Xu Jike was the first to speak. "It looks good. You look good in anything."

Tan You paused. "Thank you. I’d like to ride the jet skis later."

’This was her brilliant plan. If they just walked side-by-side on the beach, wouldn’t it be awkward if they ran out of things to talk about? But if they were busy with an activity, couldn’t they be separated for a little while?’

Xu Jike was too smart; he could guess what Tan You was thinking in an instant. To be honest, this game of cat and mouse—her running, him chasing—made him quite eager to play.

The three of them arrived at the beach, each with their own agenda. Tan You gazed into the distance. "It’s truly beautiful."

’Looks like there are some perks to doing these missions after all. Would I ever see a view like this if I just stayed at home?’ At that moment, Tan You’s thoughts were too simple. This was just a beginner’s mission. Where in the world is it truly peaceful and safe?

"Do you want to take pictures first or go ride the jet skis?" Strolling leisurely beside Tan You, Xu Jike was in a great mood. Since he had the whole day to spend with Chi Mo, he was in no rush.

"I’m fine with either," Tan You said nonchalantly. It was as if she didn’t have a romantic bone in her body. As a fundamentally rational person, she really couldn’t understand why everyone was so into posing for pictures on the beach.

But she wouldn’t say that out loud, as it didn’t match Chi Mo’s actual personality. Even so, Tan You really didn’t see what was worth photographing. ’The scenery is still the same scenery, the person is still the same person, all that’s changing are the poses.’

"Momo!" the director suddenly shouted from behind her. Tan You turned back, and at that exact moment, a sea breeze swept up the strands of hair at her temples. The locks of hair fluttered up, obscuring the upper half of her face, revealing only her beautifully sharp jawline and the delicate features of her lower face.

Brother Chuan held his camera, unable to put it down. "If we switch this to black and white, the atmosphere would be off the charts. That cold, fragile vibe... it’s just so striking."

The director stomped her foot in excitement. "I mean, for someone this beautiful to just appear right in front of us, alive and real... isn’t just getting to see a face like that once a luxury?"

"That’s why we have to shoot more and watch more while we can. We won’t get a golden opportunity like this after the show ends." Brother Chuan quickened his pace, raised his camera, and fired off another series of shots of Tan You.

Over the past few days, Tan You had gradually gotten used to this routine. After cooperating for a lot of photos, they finally got to the part Tan You was most looking forward to: the jet skis. Xu Jike’s gaze was too direct, and Tan You desperately needed a place to catch her breath.

Since they were on camera, Xu Jike didn’t dare go too far. At most, his eyes just followed Tan You constantly. Eventually, Tan You got used to it. ’Let him look. It’s not like looking is going to make me lose a pound of flesh.’

’In any case, as long as she remained firm enough, no one would be able to sway her.’

After a round on the jet skis, they went to sample all sorts of famous local delicacies, ending with a bowl of qing bu liang just as dusk fell. Tan You was a bit tired when she got in the car. She shifted slightly, and as if by magic, Xu Jike pulled a lumbar pillow from a bag. "Leaning on this will be more comfortable."

Tan You paused before taking it. "Thank you. But even if you do this, I’m not going to change my mind."

Xu Jike’s expression didn’t change. "I know."

’He never thought Chi Mo would be moved by these small gestures. She saw him so clearly—how could she possibly change her opinion of him so easily? He was only doing these things because he wanted to.’

The director was getting excited. ’Are these two speaking in riddles? Is there something the crew doesn’t know?’

Unfortunately, Tan You didn’t want to talk, and Xu Jike was even more tight-lipped. No matter how the director tried to pry on the way back, she couldn’t get anything out of them.

"What do you think the new male guest is like?" Xu Jike didn’t want the silence to drag on, so he suddenly asked a question.

Tan You, drowsy, squinted her eyes. "Who knows?"

’She thought of Lin Meng. Speaking of which, this dating show’s initial theme wasn’t bad, focusing on being warm and healing. But after the fourth male guest arrived, the whole vibe started to go off the rails.’

’Who goes on a dating show and brings their own female guest? This fourth guy actually did it—he brought his ex-wife onto the show. You could say it was incredibly dramatic. Speaking of which, should she spend more time with Lin Meng? After all, Lin Meng was gradually becoming a sidelined character on this show.’

Back at the hotel, everyone wore subtle expressions, mainly because they weren’t familiar with the new male guest. Only when Tan You and Xu Jike walked in did the somewhat awkward atmosphere liven up.

Tan You pressed a glass of coconut juice into Lin Meng’s hand. "I brought this especially for you."

Gao Jing teased, "Only for Mengmeng? None for us?"

Tan You laughed as well. "Mengmeng has to get to know the new guest. You guys are different."

The moment Tan You walked in, Song Haomin’s gaze was fixed. He had been in the entertainment industry for many years and had seen countless beautiful women. When he’d first arrived on this dating show and met the female guests, Song Haomin had been somewhat disappointed. He never expected there was another one like her hidden away.

When she entered, the entire lobby seemed to light up. Now, Song Haomin finally understood what people meant by ’radiant and stunning.’

"Hello, Mr. Song. I’m Chi Mo. I’ve seen your work," Tan You said with a faint smile, shaking Song Haomin’s hand.

Song Haomin immediately composed his expression. "Hello, I’m Song Haomin. It’s a pleasure to meet you."

The moment he saw the look in Song Haomin’s eyes, Xu Jike felt a sense of threat. It takes one to know one, and from the way Song Haomin’s eyes had suddenly lit up, Xu Jike understood everything.

He offered a smile that didn’t reach his eyes. "Hello, Mr. Song. I thought this was a dating show for regular people. I didn’t expect a celebrity to be participating."