Fu Yanzhu pulled Su Manman back to the village entrance, and rode a tricycle to the campsite designated by the program team.
The campsite was located in the desolate area south of the village entrance, next to the river, with a large grassy slope.
When the two arrived, Zhao Jingcheng and An Ran's tents were already set up. After exchanging greetings, Fu Yanzhu began to set up his tent.
Su Manman took out her cooking utensils and began preparing lunch.
With only one electric cooker, Su Manman planned to stew all the ingredients in one pot. This was simpler, and with her culinary skills, everything she cooked would taste delicious. This way, she could even slack off while the stew was cooking.
Upon opening the system, a notification pops up indicating that the task is complete!
"Congratulations, host, on completing the mission! Nan Chuyu has been kicked out of the program!"
"Quest rewards received: 500 Energy Points, 1 Item Upgrade Talisman, Talisman Shop successfully upgraded, functions now complete, please check."
Su Manman opened the talisman shop, and it was completely different from the first time she saw it. Before, she only saw the three talismans that had appeared, but now there was a whole bunch of talismans, all kinds of them.
There are all sorts of talismans, including bad luck charms, copy charms, lucky charms, protective charms, exorcism charms, diving charms, and farting charms. They are all quite expensive, though the cheapest farting charm costs 500 energy points!
"The host is rewarded for actively participating in gossip; gossip-eating energy is doubled, and 700 energy points are awarded!"
Su Manman's eyes lit up. It seemed that the recent gossip hadn't been a waste of time; there had been an unexpected bonus. How wonderful!
Seeing that the basic data had been updated, she clicked to view it.
Energy Points: 7500
"Host Skills: Culinary Skill Level 2 (Max Level 12); Ancient Martial Arts Skill Level 1 (Max Level 12); Performance Skill Level 1 (Max Level 12)"
"Items obtained: Shield against malicious prying, 1 Lucky Charm, 1 Item Upgrade Charm"
"System Shop: Upgraded"
Su Manman looked at the Buddhist prayer beads on her wrist and took out an item upgrade talisman from the system.
[The upgrade charm came just in time! I'll see what these prayer beads can become!]
Just as Fu Yanzhu finished setting up the tent, he heard Su Manman's thoughts and went over to take the spatula from her hand.
"The tent is set up. I'll watch the pot for you. Go check on the tent and take a rest!"
"OK!"
Su Manman happily agreed and nimbly crawled into the tent and lay down!
The soft, moisture-proof mat was laid on the grass, and Su Manman couldn't help but yawn and stretch comfortably!
Lying down is still the most comfortable!
Next, she took out an item upgrade talisman and activated the spell. The talisman burned and turned into a purple-gold light that enveloped the prayer beads in her hand.
A moment later, the purple light was completely absorbed by the prayer beads, and the beads changed from their original gilded luster to a purplish-gold color.
The original emerald green of the prayer beads has turned into a deep blue, and each blue prayer bead is engraved with a triangular rune, which looks like a lucky charm if you look closely.
Just then, a notification popped up in the system!
"Item upgrade complete. The Buddhist prayer beads are now blessed by the light of Buddhist merit, warding off evil spirits and granting your wishes!"
Su Manman was a little confused. She could understand blocking evil spirits, but making one's wishes come true? Wasn't that a bit too exaggerated?
"Manman, dinner is ready, come and eat!"
Su Manman came out of the tent, and Fu Yanzhu immediately noticed that the Buddhist prayer beads on her hand had changed color.
Su Manman noticed that he didn't hide his gaze, and after their previous open and honest conversation, she trusted Fu Yanzhu.
"I upgraded it, and it seems like I can make my wishes come true!"
Fu Yanzhu looked surprised, clearly somewhat disbelieving.
Su Manman didn't think much of his disbelief, after all, she herself thought it was impossible!
"Actually, I also find it a bit ridiculous. The definition of 'wish fulfillment' is too exaggerated!"
"If my wish could really come true, I'd like to eat ice cream, the kind you bought for me last time!"
"But how could that be? You can only buy those in the city center!"
What Su Manman didn't notice was that just as she finished speaking, the lucky charm on one of the Buddhist beads on her bracelet disappeared, turning into a faint purple light and dissipating into the air!
While they were talking, the two finished their meal.
By this time, everyone had arrived, some setting up tents and others cooking. Su Manman looked at the half-pot of stew left and called over those who hadn't cooked to come and eat.
"Who hasn't eaten yet? I have plenty of stew here. If you want some, bring a bowl!"
Yueqing came running over excitedly, carrying two bowls.
"Thank you so much, Manman! Neither Qingyu nor I can cook, and we were really worried about it!"
"You're welcome!"
Su Manman served him two full bowls of food, with plenty of ribs and pork belly, enough to fill them up!
The remaining bowl was given to Lin Beier, who shared it with Shen Qiuyan.
An Ran arrived a little late, and Su Manman shrugged regretfully as she looked at the soup in the pot.
"When I saw you cooking, I thought you didn't want it anymore. There's only soup left, and all the vegetables are gone!"
An Ran smiled at Su Manman and took the pot away without hesitation.
"I just came to ask for some soup. We're going to cook noodles, and meat broth would be perfect!"
"That's great! This should make delicious noodles!"
Su Manman was a little happy; now she didn't even have to wash the pot!
Just then, Yueqing handed over two ice cream cones. The rainbow-colored ice cream was exceptionally vibrant, topped with fresh fruit and chocolate sauce!
"Where did this come from?!"
Su Manman and Fu Yanzhu both looked at Yueqing, somewhat incredulous!
【No way! My wish really came true?!】
"It was given by Director Fu. His family came to visit the set and brought an ice cream truck. Everyone in the production crew got one!"
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