Chapter 28: What to Do When Two Ex-Girlfriends Fall into the Water at the Same Time?

Maybe because his mind was preoccupied, Fang Zhou was distracted during the next half hour of fishing, resulting in two fish slipping off the hook.

On the other hand, Chu Xinran and Qiao Sisi were quite successful, catching several fish in succession, making them both very happy.

They couldn’t resist teasing Fang Zhou, “Are you even trying?”

Even the viewers in the livestream started to mock Fang Zhou.

“Hahaha, no way, is Fang Zhou worse at fishing than two girls?”

“Man, don’t let them say you can’t do it! Buddy, get yourself together!”

“Honestly, it feels like the girls are still in some beginner’s grace period, catching fish one after another, not bad at all.”

Fang Zhou shook his head, pushing his earlier thoughts aside, and refocused on fishing.

Chu Xinran was already an adult and had to take responsibility for her actions. If he, as an ex-boyfriend, inquired, he’d likely be seen as meddling.

“I’m just giving you two a head start.”

Fang Zhou finally snapped out of his daze and concentrated on fishing. Before long, he caught three fish in quick succession, feeling vindicated.

Maybe it was boredom, or the initial excitement had worn off, but Qiao Sisi abandoned her fishing rod, letting it fend for itself, and ran over to Chu Xinran.

“Xinran, the view over there is great. Let’s take some photos!”

“Anyway, we’ve caught enough fish, especially with Fang Zhou’s contribution. It should be enough.”

Chu Xinran hesitated, glancing at Fang Zhou, “Is it okay to leave him alone to fish?”

“It’s fine. He won’t get mad. Just leave it to him!” Qiao Sisi said confidently, her tone suggesting she knew Fang Zhou’s temperament well, causing a strange feeling in Chu Xinran.

Fang Zhou, calmly waiting for the next fish to bite, looked over at the two beautiful women and nonchalantly waved his hand.

“Go ahead, just stay within my sight.”

Although the island was unlikely to have any sudden visitors, accidents could happen.

“Xinran, come on~ I need some photos for my social media, hahaha.”

Qiao Sisi, being a celebrity, regularly needed to post photos on platforms like Douyin (TikTok) and Weibo. Her manager had reminded her to post something, so she thought she’d take some today.

Chu Xinran, swayed by Qiao Sisi’s begging, nodded gently, “Alright then.”

The two put down their fishing rods and ran to the nearby rocks by the sea to take photos.

The distant blue sky and sea merged into one, with waves occasionally crashing against the rocks. The gentle sea breeze was like a lover’s caress, making it easy to get lost in the moment.

Chu Xinran opened the camera app on her phone and took a few photos for Qiao Sisi, but the results seemed unsatisfactory.

“Xinran, can you use my phone instead?”

Qiao Sisi preferred the photos taken with her own phone, so she suggested it.

“Sure, my phone is pretty outdated anyway, hahaha.”

There were important things on it, so she kept it.

Chu Xinran didn’t mind whose phone was used, knowing her phone’s camera was outdated.

“Hey, isn’t your phone from three years ago?”

Qiao Sisi recognized it at a glance, as she was a loyal fan of that brand, always upgrading to the latest flagship model.

“Yes, I’ve been using it for three years and haven’t changed it.”

Chu Xinran admitted freely, not feeling embarrassed about using a three-year-old phone.

The live chat viewers began sympathizing with her, thinking she couldn’t afford a new phone.

“Poor school belle, can’t afford a new phone? I’ll buy one for you!”

“Don’t flatter yourself. She said it’s because of sentimental value. Who do you think you are?”

“Exactly. Phones are so well-made now, using one for three years isn’t odd.”

Qiao Sisi didn’t think much of it, smiling and handing over her phone.

“Thanks a lot.”

With that, she ran to the rocks, asking Chu Xinran to take some candid shots or short videos.

Since the phone was already unlocked, Chu Xinran immediately saw the wallpaper.

It was a photo of a hand holding a rose, full of vitality and tension.

The hand in the photo was long and fair, looking sculpted under the sunlight, with distinct joints and a touch of elegance and strength.

Chu Xinran’s heart skipped a beat, inexplicably feeling that the hand resembled Fang Zhou’s.

She glanced at Fang Zhou, who was reeling in another fish.

His hands, holding the fishing rod, were also slender and well-defined, similar to those in the photo.

Quickly, Chu Xinran dismissed the thought. It couldn’t be Fang Zhou’s.

How could there be such a coincidence?

Many hands look similar, especially beautiful ones.

Moreover, she remembered Fang Zhou had a small red mole on his hand, which wasn’t in the photo.

“Xinran! Ready?”

Qiao Sisi’s call brought Chu Xinran back to reality. She smiled and replied, “Ready, go ahead and move. I’ll take some candid shots!”

Under the lens, Qiao Sisi looked stunning, her makeup flawless, like a little sea sprite. Every photo turned out beautifully, perhaps thanks to her star power.

Impossible. How would Fang Zhou even know her?

Chu Xinran brushed off her doubts and focused on taking photos for Qiao Sisi.

As a star, Qiao Sisi had a great camera presence, with every action and expression full of emotion and sophistication.

Because they were taking photos, the cameraman didn’t follow too closely, and the livestream viewers could only see the distant scenery.

While they admired the beautiful scenery and people, an accident occurred.

The rock Qiao Sisi stepped on suddenly loosened, causing her to lose balance and fall into the sea!

“Sisi!”

Chu Xinran, nearby, instinctively reached out to grab her, but the rock beneath her also gave way, and she fell into the sea too!

“Help…me…” She couldn’t swim!

The water quickly covered their heads. They struggled to the surface only to sink again, the previously calm sea now churning with waves.

Danger had arrived!