Aaron was speechless as he found Zac’s teasing increasingly irritating. However, Aaron’s eyes lit up when he spotted Simone. It was as if he had found a savior amidst his ordeal. “Simone, quickly help me prepare some medicine for diarrhea.” His legs felt weak from diarrhea, and he regretted indulging in those morning dumplings.
Aaron knew that Simone had knowledge of traditional medicine. He remembered when they were barbecuing outdoors, and he and Andrew had fallen ill with diarrhea. She had gone up the mountain, gathered herbs, and brewed a concoction that worked wonders for them.
She understood what he meant but wasn’t initially ready to lend a hand, remarking, “You’ve eaten quite a bit, and your body just needs time to digest. You’ll be fine.”
He was left speechless, feeling like she was making fun of him. He even put on a pitiful expression and said, “Can you bear to see me in so much pain?” He reflected on how, in the past, she would fall for this act and immediately feel sorry for him.
However, Simone simply shrugged, responding, “Yes, I can. Why can’t I? We’re not that close.”
Her apparent heartlessness took Aaron aback, exclaiming, “You’re too cruel.”
She nodded, stating, “Yes. My heart is made of stone.”
Zac, on the other hand, appreciated her brutal and relentless attitude. He commented, “Aaron, this is your way of caring for your sister. You should cherish these moments of frequent bathroom visits.”
Aaron could tell that Zac was mocking him. “Don’t talk if you’re not experiencing it.”
Zac raised an eyebrow, remarking, “I’m in good shape. That’s why I’m not experiencing it.”
Aaron choked on his words, finally saying, “You!” But before he could finish his sentence, another wave of stomach pain hit, and he hastily returned to the bathroom.
Zac turned to the others, a sly grin on his face. “This is his way of showing love for his sister.”
Keira added, “Now that Aaron is in such a state, why hasn’t his sister come to take care of him?” Ever since discovering the relationship between these two and Simone, Keira felt quite disgusted. Her doubt was genuine.
Aaron, known for doting on Jodie, had ended up in this state due to her dumplings. The absence of his sister’s care perplexed Keira. Furthermore, Aaron’s attempt to boss Simone around had been shameless.
Zac shrugged. “I don’t know about that. Maybe he’s unilaterally obsessed with spoiling his sister.” With a change of topic, he asked, “Are the children coming soon?”
Simone replied, “Yes. The village head called earlier. Today, more than ten children will be coming over to learn.”
Zac, who had never been a teacher, was excited and said, “Let’s get ready.”
So, the four of them began to prepare while waiting for the children from the village to arrive.
Meanwhile, Aaron’s fans criticized Simone for appearing cold-hearted and selfish. They also pointed out Zac’s perceived indifference.
Shifting their attention to another live stream, the viewers watched Leon pick fruit with the lively Jodie. The contrast made them feel somewhat dissatisfied. They began to wonder if Aaron’s sister was irresponsible, given that Aaron supported her so much. The viewers’ dissatisfaction grew, questioning why Aaron was experiencing stomach problems if it weren’t for defending his sister.
Soon after, over a dozen children from the village, guided by the village head, entered the yard.
Zac and the others introduced themselves, outlining their respective skills and expertise. The children were given the freedom to choose what they wanted to learn.
Zac offered to teach guitar, Eric specialized in teaching drawing, Keira was ready to share her singing skills, and Simone volunteered to assist with homework. The children could now select their teachers based on their interests and preferences.
As the children settled in, one teenager looked at Simone with a hopeful expression and asked, “Miss, can you help me with my high school homework?” He had come during his vacation after hearing that someone was available to assist with homework.
She greeted him warmly and replied, “I can help.” She motioned for the teenager to come over and join her, saying, “Come and sit here.
Feel free to ask me any questions you might have.”
However, not everyone was supportive. Some of Aaron’s fans and other viewers began criticizing Simone on the screen.
‘Is Simone trying to portray herself as an overachiever?’
‘She told the kid that he could ask her anything. Does that mean she knows everything?’
“If she is asked something and doesn’t understand, it could be embarrassing.”
The teenager, who had never seen such an attractive girl before, approached timidly and took a seat. He retrieved a math test paper from his bag and pointed to a challenging question, saying, “Miss, I don’t know how to solve this.”
Simone leaned in, carefully examining the question. Once she grasped the problem, she took his notebook and pen and began to explain, “This question…” She provided a detailed explanation and asked, “Did you understand?”
The teenager’s eyes lit up, and he nodded enthusiastically, saying, “I understand now. Miss, your explanation is excellent.” Encouraged by her helpful approach, he proceeded to ask Simone several more questions, not limiting himself to math but also delving into physics and chemistry. She swiftly and effectively clarified the concepts with each inquiry, making them easily understandable for the teenager.
“This girl is undoubtedly a top student; even I, a low-achiever, understood.”
“She explains so well; she remembers high school topics so clearly.”
“No wonder she confidently claims she can help with anything; she truly possesses extensive knowledge.”
“She’s amazing; her explanations are simpler and clearer than those of our teachers.”
“Where are those who previously accused her of pretending to be a top student?”
“They are left speechless now.”
“Simone is truly great!”
Simone assisted the teenager with their homework, and soon, two more children came seeking guidance. She patiently answered all their questions.
The teaching provided by others was commendable, and the children in the village cherished this rare learning opportunity, studying earnestly. Of course, there were some amusing incidents during the lessons, most of which were caused by Zac.
After two hours, the children left the yard, only to return a while later, bearing meat, vegetables, and fruits prepared by their families as gifts for Simone and the others.
She held a jar of sauerkraut given by the teenager’s grandmother. She smiled and said, “How about we have sauerkraut fish for dinner?”
Zac and the others nodded eagerly. “Sure. That sounds great!”
She then went into the kitchen to prepare sauerkraut fish.
Two men offered to help gut the fish, but their efforts were clumsy. Simone didn’t mind, though. After they gutted the fish, Keira washed it, and Simone expertly sliced it with precision.
Eric couldn’t help but be amazed. “Simone, your knife skills are incredible.”
Zac leaned over, grabbed a few pieces, and examined them. “Impressive!”
Keira also stared at Simone with starry eyes. “Your knife skills are on par with a chef’s.”
Simone smiled at the three of them. “I specialized in it before.” Then, she began marinating the fish, with the other three assisting.
Given that the two fish sent by the farmers during the day were quite large, Simone sought opinions from the others and decided to make them all into sauerkraut fish. They also prepared a pot of rice.
At this moment, Leon and the others had just finished their work outside. A tempting aroma wafted into their noses as they walked to the yard.
Leyla smelled the aroma and couldn’t help but ask, “What delicious dish is the other group making?” She only had one dumpling in the morning, and the lunch at the farmer’s house was mediocre, so she didn’t eat much. She suddenly felt famished.
After catching the scent, Jodie felt uneasy, knowing Simone was responsible for this enticing aroma. “I don’t know,” she replied. She asked considerately, “What do you want to eat tonight? I can cook.”
Leyla, her hunger growing, boldly expressed, “I want to eat whatever they’re making right now.”
Although Jodie’s smile seemed forced initially, she quickly returned to her usual pleasant demeanor. She responded thoughtfully, “Sure, I’ll check it out later. If I know how to make it, I’ll cook it for you.” She enthusiastically added, “Even if I don’t know, I can ask the production team and watch cooking tutorial videos to learn.”
Leyla wanted to express her skepticism, but she reluctantly forced a smile and said, “Thank you for your hard work.”
Leon felt a pang in his heart, recognizing the aroma of Simone’s cooking. He listened to the conversation and looked at Jodie expectantly, saying, “We’ll rely on you for dinner.”
Jodie replied sweetly, “No problem. Leave it to me.”
‘Do you think Jojo can make sauerkraut fish?’
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