They couldn't afford to get complaints, and they couldn't let customers discover their identities.

Under such harsh conditions, wearing a mask is the only way to increase one's chances of winning, but wearing a mask means skipping breakfast.

The faces of the people present were all very distinctive; taking off their masks would mean certain death.

Qin Yueling politely asked the host, "Excuse me, is it alright if I don't eat it?"

The host replied with a smile, "The guests can choose for themselves. But a friendly reminder: today's exercise will be quite intense!"

It means, you don't have to eat, but don't complain when you're lying down.

Xu Zhaozhao couldn't help but think of the large table of special tea snacks she had that morning...

Even though we'll have plenty of opportunities to eat together later, I insisted on bringing her breakfast this morning.

This blatant back door is something else entirely.

Xu Zhaozhao had already eaten her fill; all she needed to do was wear a mask and behave herself as a waitress.

There was a moment of silence before Gu Yulin's voice rang out, "So what are the benefits of winning?"

Since this is a competition, there must be winners and losers.

"Does everyone still remember the male guests we haven't met yet?"

The host chuckled sarcastically, "The guest who stays until the end will have the privilege of choosing the male guest first!"

Are male guests given priority?

Xu Zhaozhao raised her eyebrows slightly.

If Gu Qingyan is really among the male guests... this reward would be very tempting for Xu Zhaozhao.

The same applies to Qin Yueling.

When she saw Xu Zhaozhao, she wondered if Gu Qingyan would come. If he did come... she would have to find a way to make Gu Qingyan her male guest.

And there it was, a ready-made opportunity was right in front of her.

The room fell silent. Apart from Xia Huai, the other two were each harboring their own agendas.

But the discussion on the live chat was still in full swing.

[This is so good! I really want to watch it! I'd absolutely love it if the production team did this! [crying][heart emoji]]

[Are you trying to starve our Zhao Jie, production team? She's already hungry from regular meals, and now you want her to sneak food!! [crying]]

[I was wondering why the male guest didn't come out right away; turns out he was waiting for me here! [wink]]

[Sister Zhao, go for it! Pick the most handsome male guest to be my Yu Yu's dad! [Smirk]]

...

The host then spoke up at the opportune moment: "If there are no other questions, please move to the dressing room and change into your waiter uniforms."

Everyone nodded; the rules had been clearly explained.

The clothing team distributed the adult and children's service uniforms that they had prepared in advance to everyone.

There are separate changing rooms for men and women next to the lounge.

The hall was deserted for a moment.

【?? They all went to change clothes? What am I supposed to see then? Isn't this a waste of my time? [sweat]】

As this comment says, as a live variety show, it will absolutely not let the audience see nothing.

The scene started moving shortly after the guests left.

First, the staff brought up a whole white backdrop, and then they pushed up three food carts one after another.

The food cart was set with Western-style plates, cutlery, and napkins, and on top of that, an oval-shaped lid covered a plate, obscuring what was inside.

It was clear that each group of guests had its own food truck.

Xu Zhaozhao was the quickest to change; her clothes were just a simple little black dress, which she could easily put on and take off.

It's just... the service setup is a bit strange.

The overall black and white color scheme is very common. The front features a similar apron design, and the hem of the skirt is layered and heavily made, which is quite unlike the simple and convenient service attire seen elsewhere.

Her heels drooped down to her ankles, revealing the tips of her sexy high heels, with a large black bow at the back.

Coupled with the somewhat exaggerated makeup the makeup artist gave her today, it was completely unmaintained and even eye-catching.

Xu Zhaozhao held her phone, which was running a live stream, in her hand. She glanced at the comments section of the live stream and, sure enough, everyone was discussing her.

[Holy crap, who are you, beautiful lady?? I've never seen Sister Zhao wearing so much fabric before, I'm totally smitten! I need a kiss from you to get up!]

[I was just criticizing Xu Zhaozhao's makeup, now all I can say is: Beautiful lady, want to cook with me? [crying]]

[As expected of Director Song's variety show, it's incredibly sophisticated. Don't let the simple appearance of this dress fool you, it's a new haute couture piece this year! (Having been in the fashion industry for over a decade, I'm ready to argue!)]

Holy crap! Whose variety show offers haute couture service?! Production team, you're really making me cry!

[I was already drooling when Zhao Zhao wore a sexy outfit showing off her waist and legs, but now that she's not showing anything, I'm even more drooling! [crying] I'm that kind of drooling where I want her to strip naked!]

[Ladies upstairs, stop! Haute couture, we pig farmers can't afford to lose money on that!]

[Sisters in the comments section, put on your bitter tea leaves!! Let me take mine off first!!]

...

Xu Zhaozhao blinked blankly.

No wonder it's so heavy... Is this haute couture?!

This inevitably reminded Xu Zhaozhao of the previous show's incredibly stingy production team...

I never imagined that the wealth gap between the production teams was so huge!

But her makeup did match the outfit, reminding me of what the makeup artist had told her.

Trust me! You'll absolutely outshine everyone else!

No wonder she said it was a confidentiality agreement; the makeup artist must have known about the costume change process today, which is why she gave her such an exaggerated makeup look.

It's yet another blatant back door.

Xu Zhaozhao raised her hand and rubbed her temples.

But the rules of the game are not to be complained about or recognized... She was too conspicuous today.

Xu Zhaozhao didn't have to wait long before Gu Yulin quickly changed into his little clothes and came out of the fitting room.

Standing next to Xu Zhaozhao, she softly called out, "Mom."

Xu Zhaozhao looked down at him.

She had always known that Gu Yulin looked good in black clothes, and his fair skin, just like his father's, shone under the light.

The boys' uniforms would naturally not be the layered skirts they were wearing, but rather sleek black and white tailcoats.

This was the first time Xu Zhaozhao had seen Gu Yulin in a tuxedo.

Similar to a black suit, with a red bow tie on the collar, a black swallowtail coat hanging down to his ankles, and shiny leather shoes reflecting the light.

Fortunately, we didn't make Gu Yulin wear slippers for convenience, otherwise he would be a complete clown now.

Xu Zhaozhao reached out and pinched his cheek. "Maya, whose son is so handsome! He's mine now!"

As she spoke, she leaned down and gently kissed his cheek.

Gu Yulin kept his hands in his pockets the whole time with a cool demeanor, but the obvious blush on his ear betrayed his shyness.

He responded softly, "It's yours."

A large number of groundhogs immediately appeared in the comments section.