Chapter 107: They’re Falling in Love, and You’re Supporting Education?

Han Xi’s distinct behavior caught the attention of many viewers, and under the influence of certain individuals, some began forming a negative impression of her.

Fang Zhou, after serving his meal, was about to dig in when he noticed her.

Oh, right, he almost forgot—Han Xi has stomach issues.

Her stomach problems were partly due to her busy work schedule and partly due to her picky eating habits.

If the food didn’t taste good, she wouldn’t eat more than a bite.

Admittedly, the food here didn’t look very appealing, but he found the blood sausage quite tasty.

Fang Zhou slowly moved to Han Xi’s side and softly asked, “Aren’t you going to eat?”

Han Xi glanced at the dark blood sausage and the discolored stir-fried vegetables in his bowl, feeling conflicted.

She was a bit hungry, but the appearance of these dishes was really unappetizing.

Han Xi knew that this mountain area wasn’t a bustling city, and the school’s resources couldn’t cater to everyone’s picky tastes.

But for someone who had always been in a high position, it wasn’t easy to step down.

Fang Zhou saw the hesitation in her eyes and teased, “I thought people who could become CEOs were tough enough to endure hardships.”

Of course, he didn’t mean that this meal was a hardship, just using a little reverse psychology on Han Xi.

After all, Fang Zhou genuinely thought the food was pretty good.

His words sparked Han Xi’s competitive spirit.

She turned and gave Fang Zhou a cold look, saying, “Being able to endure hardships doesn’t mean having to.”

Despite her words, her gaze fell back on Fang Zhou’s bowl.

Why was he eating so happily? Was it really that good?

Fang Zhou smiled lightly, knowing she was wavering.

He pointed to the other guests and said, “Look, everyone else is eating.”

Han Xi looked around and saw that even Qiao Sisi, who usually seemed a bit pampered, was eating.

She withdrew her gaze and, as if making a decision, said to Fang Zhou, “Let me try.”

Fang Zhou lowered his bowl, showing her the food, and asked, “Which one?”

Han Xi pointed to the cabbage and said, “That one.”

She stared at Fang Zhou, her expression a mix of complexity and anticipation.

The complexity came from having to try food that seemed unappetizing.

The anticipation was because if Fang Zhou fed her, it might not be so hard to eat.

Their conversation was noticed by the other guests.

Qin Yun smiled and chewed faster, wanting to finish quickly so she could deal with Han Xi, who was using this as a chance to get close to Fang Zhou.

Trying to steal the spotlight in front of me? Think again.

Qiao Sisi paused after each bite, not because the food was terrible, but because it lacked the spicy flavor she was used to.

“Sisi, don’t you like it?” Qi Le asked, concerned, as if he could come up with a solution if she said no.

“No, I’m on a diet, so I eat less.”

Qiao Sisi, annoyed by Fang Zhou’s concern for another woman, casually dismissed his question and continued eating slowly.

Meanwhile, Tang Wan and the others adapted quickly, chatting and laughing as they ate.

Except for Chu Xinran, who kept glancing at Fang Zhou, wondering if she should go talk to him.

It had been days since she last spoke to Fang Zhou, and it was hard to bear.

She automatically ignored Han Xi.

Both were his ex-girlfriends, but Han Xi had no advantage. If Fang Zhou dared to feed Han Xi in front of everyone, she’d make a scene.

Back with Fang Zhou, the atmosphere was light.

“You want cabbage? Sure, hold on.”

Instead of feeding her in front of the camera as Han Xi expected, Fang Zhou went to the table, put down his bowl, and served her a portion of cabbage, handing it to her.

“Here you go, enjoy.”

Han Xi’s expectant gaze dimmed.

What a crafty man, avoiding any chance of creating a romantic moment.

She forced a smile and thanked him while taking the bowl.

“Thanks a lot.”

Fang Zhou laughed heartily, seeming carefree.

“Haha, no need to thank me. It’s really good, you’ll see.”

Then he turned back to his meal, leaving Han Xi to handle the rest.

Fang Zhou felt he had done his part, and the rest was up to Han Xi.

As the CEO of a beauty company, her PR and crisis management skills should be better than his.

Even he knew that if she didn’t eat this first meal in the mountains, the public backlash would be severe.

Han Xi surely understood this too.

His actions were just giving her an out.

Since the show announced the second episode in the mountains, everyone should have known.

They were here to teach, not to enjoy luxury.

Even Qiao Sisi knew not to cause trouble and ate quietly. Han Xi wouldn’t be clueless.

Han Xi, aware of this, took a bite of the cabbage, her expression relaxing.

She visibly loosened up and even praised the food.

“It’s actually good.”

She served herself more food and ate in front of everyone, finishing her bowl.

To make up for her earlier hesitation, Han Xi approached Principal He, offering to provide meat for the school for the next two years.

Principal He was deeply moved and promised to give her an honorary certificate.

Han Xi, back in control, discussed the details with Principal He, smiling.

Fans who liked Han Xi defended her.

“Who’s hating on Han Xi? Did they pay you to bash her? She’s eating just fine!”

“She needs time to adjust from gourmet food to simple dishes!”

“Yeah, she just promised to support the school! What a vision! You can’t bash that! Get lost!”

In just ten minutes, Han Xi single-handedly restored the show’s reputation and took it in a unique direction.

Others are falling in love? You’re supporting education?