A small round table, four cups of tea, and a bottle of Want Want instant noodles.
With a smile, Li Sheng sent the electronic invitation from his phone to their group chat.
He then held a cup of tea in one hand and tapped the table lightly and slowly with the other, appearing more mature and wise now.
The scars left from his months of rest and recuperation have been healed by time, replaced by a body strengthened by his daily sweating and enduring pain.
His palms and soles were covered with thick calluses, which were thick and hard, acting as natural armor. Even without shoes, he could move freely in the jungle, and sharp stones, branches, and thorny plants were no longer a threat to him.
His muscles are not as big as before, but that doesn't mean he's gotten weaker. On the contrary, he's not only stronger than before, but his agility and physical skills have also entered a whole new realm.
He also owes a debt of gratitude to Yan Shuangwu, a woman who is terrifying in some ways.
However, he still looked as gentle and refined as ever, and said slowly, "You've received it too, right?"
Yan Shuangwu nodded excitedly: "Yeah, it's finally starting. I'm so bored I could die. Don't worry, Mr. Li, with me protecting you all the way, we're sure to make a fortune."
Compared to Yan Shuangwu, Yan Shuangwen's reaction was rather indifferent: "It's time to set off; this money may not be easy to earn."
The rules for the next competition were somewhat different from before. A confidentiality agreement with huge payouts and a betting agreement were signed, and each person's agreement seemed to be different, but the reason for the difference was unknown.
This time, their opponents are no longer from their own country, but from various other countries, and their specific identities are unknown.
However, the rewards for the competition are very generous. Each team can receive five million international currency, which is about 25 million RMB, as long as they complete the journey. There are also hidden rewards for outstanding performance.
The first and second place winners will receive additional rewards, but what those rewards are remains unknown. However, it's safe to assume they will be exceptionally generous.
Zhang Hang held the baby tightly, reluctant to part with her: "Brother Sheng, please be careful on your journey and take good care of my baby."
Naituan patted Zhang Hang on the shoulder like a little adult: "Uncle Zhang, don't worry, Naituan is much stronger than you and will take good care of herself."
The little dumpling has grown so fast, it's grown ten centimeters taller than last time, but it's still very cute.
In just one year, the trend of wilderness survival live streaming seems to have swept the globe, not just in the south, but also in other countries.
It was as if a giant hand was manipulating things from behind.
This time it's not just a nationwide live broadcast, it's a global live broadcast. But Zhang Hang isn't needed behind the scenes anymore; all that's needed is for him to provide the personnel.
However, Zhang Hang continued to operate his account, and the profits were split in the same way as before.
I don't know how long it will be before I can come back this time. The small courtyard at home has been transformed into a three-story villa. With the company of my family, my parents-in-law are in much better spirits, and their previous health problems have been almost completely cured.
I wonder if this separation will cause them both heartache again.
...
Two weeks later, they arrived at a huge ship, surrounded by the vast ocean on all sides.
He saw Yamaki again, but Yamaki's boss did not show up.
Yamaki, wearing a jacket, greeted them politely, but became a bit more affectionate when he saw Naituan.
He didn't come to reminisce with Li Sheng; he came to deliver a message.
"Mr. Li, you need to do a stage performance tonight. Whether you do it alone or together, seize this opportunity. It will be of great help to your journey ahead."
Yamaki's words were quite profound. When Li Sheng arrived here, he vaguely felt that things were not quite as he had initially thought. The Yan Shuangwen and Yan Shuangwu sisters knew some of the hidden truths, but they were unwilling to tell him.
Yamaki also felt that speaking out might be a bit cruel to Li Sheng, and that saying more would not only be useless but might also make things worse, so he chose to keep quiet and just do his own thing.
However, from a broader perspective, Li Sheng is on the same side as them, so a slight reminder is fine.
Li Sheng glanced at Shan Mu with a complicated expression and said, "Okay, I understand."
Seeing that Li Sheng didn't ask any more questions, Shan Mu breathed a sigh of relief and then said with a smile, "If you have any discomfort or special requests on the ship, you can tell me. I'm a big fan of yours, and I'll do my best to help you with anything I can."
Li Sheng shook his head: "No need, it's fine. There's plenty to eat and drink, and I don't have to worry about anything. What could I possibly be unaccustomed to?"
After Yamaki left, Li Sheng called Yan Shuangwen and Yan Shuangwu over to discuss the performance.
To get straight to the point: "Shanmu said this stage performance is very important. What do you think should be performed?"
Yan Shuangwen took two steps back: "I'm not good at stage performances. Perhaps you could go up and sing a song, use your voice to charm everyone, and let those wealthy people who spend money like water indulge in extravagance for you."
Mr. Li...
What's admirable about him is that he has self-awareness; he's well aware of the quality of his raspy voice.
However, Yan Shuangwen had no chance, so he looked at Yan Shuangwu and asked, "Why don't you go?"
Yan Shuangwu immediately raised his hands like sickles to his chest and decisively said, "I'm not going! You go, you go up and recite the poem."
God's poetry recitation.
When the little girl saw her father in trouble, she was the first to step forward: "Daddy, I'll go, I'll go up and sing Twinkle Twinkle Little Star."
Yan Shuangwen: No way!
Yan Shuangwu: No way!
Li Sheng: No way!
However, this statement was immediately rejected by all three people. Although they didn't know why, the three of them unanimously and firmly opposed the milk team going up.
Yan Shuangwen and Yan Shuangwu had a surprisingly consistent attitude towards this matter.
Li Sheng: "The three of us will perform together, so the milk troupe won't go."
Mr. Li's tone left no room for refusal.
Yan Shuangwu asked, "Then what should we perform?"
Li Sheng quickly got a clue; he vaguely thought of something. Although this conjecture was bold, he felt it was the closest to the truth.
Everyone knows about horse racing, and these horses are the real horses. The stronger the horse, the better it is treated, the more anticipated it is, and the more people will place bets on it.
The reason they gathered on the cruise ship, rather than elsewhere, was to avoid being discovered and exposed.
The more Li Sheng thought about it, the more certain he became of this conclusion.
This also underscores the importance of this opening performance; they want to showcase their strength through this show.
Instead, Li Sheng asked in return, "Yan Shuangwen, I remember you seem to know how to play the guzheng, right?"
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