Quick Transmigration: Help, The Male Leads Are All Broken!

The reality show had six permanent guests. Besides Su Tang, Bo Yijin, and the cannon fodder Jin Jingsheng, the other three were the rising star Shan Xi, the popular actress Yi Xiaoxiao, and the comedian Chen Liguo. As for the two temporary guests for the first episode, one was the trending artist Jiang Zixia, and the other was the "Queen of Controversy," Shen Anxin.

When Su Tang received the list, her first thought was that the production team was truly wealthy. Any one of these individuals could generate significant buzz, but currently, she and Jin Jingsheng were likely to dominate the headlines. Originally, as a couple, Jin Jingsheng and Su Tang's selling point was their public displays of affection. However, now, it seemed they were transitioning from lovers to enemies. How exciting.

Three days passed in a flash. Seeing everyone assembled, the production team breathed a sigh of relief, especially upon seeing Su Tang and Jin Jingsheng. They could already foresee the explosive headlines to come.

Since it was a reality show, the director didn't even provide a script this time. They directly brought everyone to the countryside and pointed at a dilapidated courtyard house, saying, "You will be spending the next week here."

Immediately, someone wailed, "Are you even human? This house even has missing roof tiles! Isn't this a dangerous building?"

The director's eyes crinkled with laughter. "Don't worry, it's not dangerous, but I can't guarantee it won't leak. Now, let's draw lots to form teams."

Eight people were divided into two teams. Perhaps it was fate, or maybe the heavens wanted to watch the drama unfold, but Su Tang, Bo Yijin, and Jin Jingsheng were grouped together. The final member of their team was Shen Anxin, the "Queen of Controversy."

After drawing lots, everyone engaged in the usual polite, superficial pleasantries common in the entertainment industry. Everyone appeared harmonious, except for Jin Jingsheng, who looked haggard. However, this weariness didn't make him appear sloppy, but rather evoked a sense of pity.

The cameraman, eager to capture the drama, gave Jin Jingsheng several close-ups when it was his turn to introduce himself.

Jin Jingsheng forced a smile, his eyes slightly red, his face a picture of suppressed grief. "Hello everyone, I'm Jin Jingsheng." He then cautiously glanced at Su Tang, who was not far from him.

One look spoke volumes.

Su Tang maintained her smile, looking straight ahead, completely ignoring his gaze. However, she was a little surprised by the actor's reaction.

Bo Yijin declared, "I'm here for my idol."

This statement immediately shocked everyone.

Some, eager for gossip, pressed him to reveal who his idol was.

Bo Yijin didn't keep them in suspense. "An Qiao, of course. She's my lucky star."

Seeing this development, the director excitedly instructed the cameraman for a close-up. An Qiao and Jin Jingsheng's affair was already attracting enough attention, but now, with the actor's involvement, this complicated love triangle was sure to generate headlines for the next month. Free publicity!

Su Tang playfully picked up on Bo Yijin's cue. "Hello, Qin Xiao, I'm your biggest fan."

Someone immediately whistled. "Speaking of which, I'm also An Qiao's fan. I remember she once posted on Weibo, saying that life wouldn't be worth living if she couldn't sleep with Qin Xiao."

The "Queen of Controversy" lived up to her name, instantly heating up the atmosphere.

Su Tang sighed. "Well, sleeping with him is out of the question. I'm afraid Qin Xiao's fans would tear me apart. But I share a common wish with other fans: to see Qin Xiao in drag again one day."

The mention of cross-dressing sent everyone into laughter, except for Jin Jingsheng, who forced a smile. The mischievous cameraman, once again, zoomed in for a close-up.

While appearing on variety shows was beneficial, for someone like Jin Jingsheng, if not handled well, it could lead to a cascade of negative publicity.

After the eight guests briefly introduced themselves, the director announced the rules of the game.

Since it was a reality show, authenticity was key.

"There are four bedrooms in the courtyard house. One has a broken window, and another has a leaky roof. Now, we'll have a solo competition. Take the tools we've prepared and go mushroom picking in the mountains. The one who collects the most edible mushrooms wins. Note: we want edible mushrooms, not colorful poisonous ones. The time limit is one hour! The winner gets to choose their bedroom first!"

Everyone grabbed the tools provided by the production team, only to be dumbfounded.

"What the heck? Why do I have a piece of cloth? What am I supposed to do with this?"

"You're lucky to have cloth! I only have chopsticks. What am I supposed to do? Eat the mushrooms raw on the spot?"

While they called them tools, few were actually useful.

The director gloated, "The cloth is for you to collect the mushrooms. You can wrap them in it. It's better than Chen Liguo; he doesn't even have a cloth."

Chen Liguo, looking at the chopsticks in his hand, quickly scanned the other guests and snatched Shan Xi's hat.

"Hey, Xi Xi, can I borrow your hat?"

Just then, a gust of wind blew, ruffling Shan Xi's exposed hair. Holding a shovel, he looked lost and bewildered, exuding an aura of "Who am I? Where am I?"

Su Tang was lucky and grabbed a small bucket. Bo Yijin had a hoe, while Jin Jingsheng, unfortunately, got nothing.

Yes, eight people, but only seven tools.

The director spoke again. "Although this is a solo competition, each bedroom accommodates two people. So, you can team up. Now, let the games begin!"

As soon as the director finished speaking, Jin Jingsheng moved towards Su Tang.

Su Tang took a step back, raised her plastic bucket, and calmly said, "We're not a match. Not suitable."

At that moment, Bo Yijin stepped in, also raising his hoe. "We're a perfect match. We're even each other's fans and idols. We're very suitable."

Su Tang replied, "Absolutely perfect. If you're willing to cross-dress, we'll be more than just idols and fans. We can be sisters!" With that, the two walked off together, completely ignoring Jin Jingsheng.

Jin Jingsheng stared at their retreating figures. Aware of the countless cameras pointed at him, and remembering his manager's instructions before coming – winning wasn't important, playing the victim was – he took a deep breath, suppressing his anger and resentment, and adopted a desolate, pitiful demeanor.

Although this area was mountainous, it wasn't completely isolated. There were still a few houses around, mostly inhabited by elderly residents and children. So, without seeking help, everyone took their tools and headed up the mountain.

Initially, the group stayed together, but realizing there weren't enough mushrooms to go around, they eventually went their separate ways.

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