Yet, Shen Xingsui couldn't see the fans' reactions online. Unaware of their regional dialects, he somehow still felt pretty good about the situation.

The fishing boat anchored at a designated spot, and the fishermen gestured at the waters, "This is where we usually cast our nets. Even though it's winter, there are still plenty of fish. Especially now, it's the eel season, and we come here daily hoping for a good catch."

Fu Jinxiao ventured outside to observe the fishing preparations.

Shen Xingsui followed, the coastal climate wasn't too chilly. But as they moved into deeper waters, the winds grew stronger, causing him to sneeze as he stepped out.

Fu Jinxiao looked back with a slight frown, murmuring, "Why did you come out? Go back in."

Shaking his head, Shen Xingsui replied, "Just wanted to take a look."

Not wanting to dampen his spirits, Fu Jinxiao handed him a warm water bag, previously given due to his injuries, and whispered, "Stay a bit, then go back inside."

Reluctantly, Shen Xingsui accepted.

A fisherman inquired, "You choose where to cast the nets. Any catch is yours, but if we catch nothing, there's no refund."

Fu Jinxiao nodded, "Understood."

With the strong winds at sea, Fu Jinxiao discussed with the fisherman and decided on two spots. Turning to Shen Xingsui, he said, "You pick one."

Unfamiliar with fishing, Shen Xingsui hesitated, "Should I? I might choose poorly."

Smiling, Fu Jinxiao replied, "Even if it's a poor choice, remember I gave you the options. No blame on you."

Reassured, Shen Xingsui eventually pointed to one area, "Let's go with this one."

After the decision, Fu Jinxiao escorted Shen Xingsui to a safer spot. The experienced fishermen cast the large net and waited. Fu Jinxiao chatted with them, translating their dialect for the audience.

A fisherman shared, "Winter can be slow. We can't stay home all the time, and we have to fish. But with kids coming home for the holidays, we stick to nearby waters. If we're lucky and catch some eels, we earn more. But it's been getting harder these past years."

Not long after, it was time to haul in the net.

The full net was reeled in, teeming with an abundant catch.

Among the bounty were various fish, shrimps, sizable crabs, and even some rare fish species Shen Xingsui hadn't seen before. Some of the fish were thrown back into the sea by the fishermen.

Confused, Shen Xingsui turned to Fu Jinxiao, who explained, "Some are pregnant. We return them."

It all made sense now.

Just as he was pondering, the fisherman exclaimed, pointing to a fish in the net and whispering, "It's an eel!"

It was a slender fish, exceptionally sleek and beautiful in its entirety. Its appearance was distinct from the other fish; clearly, it was no ordinary catch.

The fisherman gave Fu Jinxiao a thumbs up: "You chose a great spot to cast the net."

A smile tugged at the corner of Fu Jinxiao's lips. Glancing back at Shen Xingsui, he said, "Thanks to you."

Shen Xingsui internally remarked that it wasn't due to his luck. Clearly, Fu Jinxiao had picked the spot. But he recognized that Fu was ever so attentive and gentle, always considering others' feelings. Even if he knew the truth, hearing Fu's words warmed his heart. Leaning in, he inquired, "How much do you think we can sell this fish for?"

Fu Jinxiao turned to the fisherman.

The fisherman provided a price: "Considering the season and the size of this fish, it should fetch at least four to five thousand!" When Fu Jinxiao relayed this price, Shen Xingsui was utterly astounded, "That much? We've made a fortune with just this catch?"

Fu Jinxiao adjusted Shen Xingsui's coat around him, murmuring, "I know you get cold easily. Let's make it quick."

Shen Xingsui, slightly embarrassed but pleased, replied, "I'm not that cold."

Fu Jinxiao responded with a soft smile, "Maybe you're not, but I am."

A bit flustered by his words, Shen Xingsui quietly asked, "Should we head to the market to sell the fish and help the others?"

"No need. We can give the fish to the fishermen at a discount," Fu Jinxiao suggested. "Though we could fetch a higher price, selling in bulk will help their household expenses."

Shen Xingsui understood his intent.

They could make a decent profit by selling it themselves, but giving the fishermen a discount would ensure they earned a bit more without too much effort.

Shen Xingsui softly agreed, "Sounds good."

Fu Jinxiao led him back to the cabin. Seeing Shen's quick agreement, he teased, "Not afraid of losing to other teams?"

Settling into a chair, Shen Xingsui responded without hesitation, "Not afraid."

Fu Jinxiao, a bit taken aback, asked, "Why?"

"Because..." Shen Xingsui trailed off, then with a twinkle in his eyes and a gentle gaze towards Fu Jinxiao, continued, "We have plenty of time. We'll win eventually."

There was unwavering trust in those eyes directed towards Fu Jinxiao.

As Fu Jinxiao descended the steps and approached Shen Xingsui, a crew member handed him a warm towel. Accepting it, he placed it in Shen's hands. As he bent down, their eyes met. Fu tenderly patted Shen's head, smiled, and whispered, "I won't let you lose."

Such a simple statement seemed to apply to the game and perhaps, something beyond it.

The live stream audience watching this scene was deeply moved:

"He truly has never let him lose."

"From the very first episode, Master Fu told Xingsui this."

"He made it."

"Whether it's in the game or in reality, he's made sure 'Suì Suì' always wins."

"Sobbing, it's not us who lost to Suì Suì, but to him."

On the first day of doing business, each team performed remarkably. They were all seasoned business minds, after all. In the end, the duo of Fu Jin Xie and Shen Xing Sui narrowly won by a margin of over a hundred bucks.

Today was a tiring day for everyone. As they were starting to feel settled into a life resembling the fishermen's, the production team brought good news the next morning: "Today, we will visit the most famous water park on the island. It's a fairy-tale kingdom. Inside the park are hidden invitations. Find one, and you'll receive an invite to the Fairyland Kingdom. Let's draw lots for team assignments."

Everyone cheered:

"Finally, some fun segments!"

"The producers have regained their conscience."

"Yay!"

Shen Xing Sui was paired up with Teacher Tu Ya.

He shared a unique bond with Teacher Tu Ya. They had first met in the corridor during an audition years ago. The teacher had always been helpful, presenting a reliable, mature image. He was a mentor and guiding light in Shen Xing Sui's life.

Upon entering the park, they found a plethora of amusement rides.

As a senior, Tu Ya analyzed, "I believe the invitations are with the park staff. We play the games, then ask them for one."

Shen Xing Sui nodded, "Alright."

Their first attempt was the water corridor. Though it was winter, the park was warm due to its tropical location and the heated floors. The rubber raft's plunge was so intense that it momentarily reminded Shen Xing Sui of a car accident from his previous life.

With a splash, the raft settled on the water after the thrilling descent.

As everyone disembarked, Shen Xing Sui looked a bit pale, whereas Tu Ya was invigorated, her face flushed from the excitement. Seeing his complexion, she asked with concern, "Are you alright, Suì Suì?"

Emerging from the pool, Shen Xing Sui smiled, "I'm fine. Just need a moment to recover."

In the live broadcast, viewers commented:

"Shen Xing Sui is really timid."

"He lacks the spirit of a man."

"Indeed, even Teacher Tu Ya is braver!"

"Let's not be too harsh. Some people are just afraid of heights and such."

After the ride, the staff informed them they had no invitation and suggested they check up ahead. Following the trail, to their surprise, it led them to a haunted house!

The eerily dark building, with its menacing façade and cobwebs dangling from the eaves, was genuinely daunting. As they approached, they noticed Shen Xing Chen and his group.

Tu Ya greeted, "You guys are here too?"

"I've heard this haunted house is terrifying," Shen Xingchen pointed at the entrance and remarked, "so we came to check it out."

Tuya nodded, "Then why haven't you gone in?"

Shen Xingchen choked up.

From the side, Wen Shengge chuckled, "He's afraid of ghosts!"

At this, Shen Xingchen's demeanor instantly changed, "Who's afraid? I'm a man's man, alright? Afraid of ghosts? Are you, Teacher Tuya?"

Tuya cleared her throat, "Of course, I'm not afraid either!"

An employee from outside asked, "Would you like to go in? It's your turn."

Shen Xingchen initially wanted to avoid the challenge, but now confronted by another group, he found himself trapped by his own words. Nodding, he thought, there's strength in numbers, how terrifying can it be?

The group stepped into the haunted house.

Inside, it was oppressively dark. The further they went, the darker it got. For some reason, there were intermittent dripping sounds from above. The silence was eerie until suddenly, a skeletal hand emerged from the darkness, lunging at one of the walking figures—

"Ahhhh!!!"

Three screams pierced through the silence, shaking the very foundation of the haunted house.

Shen Xingchen, in particular, leapt up, pressing himself against a wall, his legs trembling. But the wall he leaned on inexplicably turned soft. He glanced back to see a blood-red surface, and he screamed again, "Mama! There's a ghost!"

Neither Tuya nor Wen Shengge were any better off. Tuya, closest to Shen Xingsui, grabbed his arm, her body shaking like a leaf, "Xingsui, Xingsui, help! Something's pulling my foot..."

The once tough-as-nails woman now looked on the verge of tears.

Shen Xingsui sighed, bent down, and located the toy skeletal hand in the darkness. He switched it off, then moved to Shen Xingchen's side, swiping away some sticky residue on the wall. As he did this, a ghostly figure with long black hair dropped down from the ceiling.

"Aaaahhhh!!"

The other three were startled by the sudden apparition.

Shen Xingsui sighed again, flicking an almost invisible thread, "It's just a mechanism, nothing to fear. Follow this path and we'll be out."

His calmness was unparalleled. As he began walking forward, the other three clustered around, clutching at his arm as if it were a lifeline, "Xingsui, don't leave us!"

"..."

The live-stream viewers were in stitches:

"LOL! This is gold!"

"The real man, Shen Xingsui."

"How can he be so composed?"

"It's truly terrifying; I felt scared even through the screen."

"My elder brother always claimed to be a tough guy, but he wet himself in this haunted house last year."

"Sui Sui, you're amazing!"

Throughout their journey in the haunted house, everyone witnessed Shen Xingsui's incredible composure. No matter the sudden apparitions or the scary contraptions, his expression remained unflinching. The other three screamed their way through and emerged with wobbly legs.

Shen Xingchen felt his younger brother's stature had suddenly grown immensely.

Tuya also remarked, "Sui Sui, why aren't you scared at all?"

Shen Xingsui, sipping from his water bottle, soothingly replied while glancing at the haunted house, "These are just props meant to scare you. Usually, there are no real ghosts. Even if there were, it's broad daylight, and with all the positive energy you're exuding, they wouldn't dare approach. So, there's no need to be scared."

"..."

The entire venue fell silent.

Author's note: Sui Sui: I haven't been a ghost for many years.