Chapter 378 It's just instant noodles! Is it really necessary to exaggerate like this?!

The girl held colorful wildflowers in her hands, feeling as if she were holding the whole world's spring.

The threshing ground was bustling with activity all morning.

The celebrities completely shed their glamour, busy moving tables, stringing wires, and hanging ribbons.

Xiao Chen was the busiest person there; he was always there wherever he was needed.

He seemed to have inexhaustible energy, and a faint smile always graced his face.

By noon, everyone was exhausted and casually sat down on the steps to rest.

Lunch was kept simple; Xiao Chen produced a large box of instant noodles from who-knows-where.

Wow, instant noodles!

Stephen Chow let out an exaggerated shout.

"I swear, I haven't touched this stuff in over ten years!"

Anita Mui also laughed.

"That's right. If Jin Hua knew that Xiao Chen ate this, she would definitely nag him to death when she got back."

Leslie Cheung accepted the instant noodles, overwhelmed with emotion.

"If I hadn't followed you, you brat, into this remote mountain valley."

"We may never have the chance to be this indulgent in our lives."

There was a hint of relief in his words. After standing at the top of the entertainment industry for so long, the tension needed an opportunity to relax.

Xiao Chen just smiled.

He deftly boiled water, tore open the spice packet, and a rich aroma quickly filled the air.

Just when everyone thought that was all for lunch, Xiao Chen magically produced a clay pot.

The pot lid was lifted, revealing steaming hot braised eggs and sizzling, oily grilled sausages.

"Wow!"

Dilraba was the first to exclaim in surprise.

Xiao Chen picked up his chopsticks and put a braised egg and a grilled sausage into each person's instant noodle bowl.

"This is how you eat instant noodles – it gives them soul."

He was concise and to the point.

Everyone felt a warm glow in their hearts as they looked at the suddenly abundant lunch in their bowls.

Stephen Chow slurped his noodles and mumbled something indistinctly.

"Xiao Chen, whoever marries you in the future must have saved the galaxy in their past life."

Leslie Cheung nodded in deep agreement.

"No, it saved the entire universe."

Xiao Chen was both amused and exasperated upon hearing this.

"It's just instant noodles with a grilled sausage, is it really necessary to exaggerate like that?"

Stephen Chow spoke.

"Of course it is."

"You have no idea how delicious this tastes to someone who hasn't eaten instant noodles in over ten years!"

Everyone ate to their heart's content, even drinking every last drop of soup.

A simple bowl of instant noodles gave me the satisfaction of a top-notch feast.

Dilraba ate it in small bites, feeling that it was the most delicious thing she had ever eaten in her life.

Because it has the scent of Brother Chen.

The afternoon sun softened, and the villagers arrived one after another.

They didn't seem to be attending a TV show; it was more like they were heading to a grand festival.

The elderly wore their newest clothes, the aunties wore brightly colored hair ornaments, and the children wore their prettiest outfits, chasing and playing in the yard.

Several young people from the village even wore their traditional ethnic costumes.

Silver ornaments jingled, her skirt fluttered, and her face radiated the most genuine and heartfelt smile.

Teacher He and Wang Han stood at the entrance to greet them, deeply touched by their enthusiasm.

"The villagers are so kind and adorable."

Teacher He sincerely praised the camera.

Xiao Chen was busy directing everyone to distribute fruit platters, making sure that every villager present could get one.

He saw several aunties dressed up, their eyes narrowed into slits with laughter.

He turned to the side, nudged Leslie Cheung with his elbow, and teased him in a low voice, as if trying not to laugh.

"Brother, look at this scene."

"I feel like today isn't a party, but rather a celebration in the village, and we're all here to celebrate."

His voice wasn't loud, but it was overheard by an auntie next to him.

The aunt blushed slightly, but she wasn't angry at all. Instead, she reached out her finger and lightly tapped Xiao Chen's forehead, then laughed heartily.

"Oh, Xiao Chen, you're such a sweet talker!"

"If you don't have a boyfriend, Auntie will introduce you to the prettiest girl in our village. I guarantee she's just as beautiful as the girl next to you!"

As the aunt spoke, she glanced at Dilraba, whose cheeks had instantly turned bright red.

The audience burst into good-natured laughter.

Dilraba was so embarrassed she wanted to disappear into the ground, but her heart was pounding like a deer's.

Xiao Chen touched his nose, a perfect blend of helplessness and embarrassment on his handsome face. He bowed slightly to the aunt.

"Thank you for your kindness, Auntie. I will try my best."

His confident yet youthful demeanor once again drew laughter from the surrounding villagers.

The afterglow of the setting sun spilled onto the threshing ground, casting a golden halo on everyone's face.

Laughter and cheerful conversation filled the air, creating a joyful atmosphere.

Xiao Chen stood in the crowd, watching all of this, his smile growing ever deeper.

Night quietly descended, swallowing the last vestiges of orange-red sunset glow.

Several bright bonfires were lit on the threshing ground, and crackling sparks shot into the deep blue night sky, echoing the countless stars.

Several strings of colorful light bulbs were hung on the makeshift stage.

The entire venue was illuminated as if it were daytime, filled with a festive atmosphere.

It was at this point that the grand celebration officially began.

Wang Han and Teacher He, holding microphones and beaming with joy, walked to the center of the stage.

Teacher He drawled out his words.

"Dear fellow villagers here, and viewers in front of your televisions, everyone—"

Wang Han continued with great enthusiasm.

"Good evening!"

Thunderous applause and cheers erupted from the audience.

Teacher He smiled and gestured for everyone to be quiet.

"Our village's first-ever village party is now officially beginning!"

"First of all, let's give a warm round of applause to our village's 'dance troupe' for their opening dance, 'The Most Dazzling Ethnic Style'!"

As soon as he finished speaking, rousing and rhythmic music instantly filled the entire venue.

A group of middle-aged women dressed in matching outfits walked onto the stage with confident smiles on their faces.

Their dance moves may not be professional, but they are full of vitality, and every movement reveals their heartfelt joy.

Stephen Chow was dumbfounded.

He nudged Leslie Cheung next to him with his elbow and said in a low voice.

"Hey, does Ah Chen know some kind of magic?"

"How come a group of aunties dancing is more captivating than watching the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show?"

Zhang Guoren smiled, but his gaze remained fixed on the busy figure below the stage.

Xiao Chen wasn't in his seat at all; he was half-squatting in front of a little girl.

He gently wiped the cake crumbs from the corner of her mouth with a tissue, and then magically pulled a candy out of his pocket.

It was placed in the little girl's palm.

Mei Yanfang picked up her teacup, took a small sip, and her eyes were full of doting affection and pride.