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    Brian’s kiss was brief, almost perfunctory, making him and Jessica the first couple to take their seats at the dining table.

    Keen to impress the investors, Raymond chose to overlook the fact that their kiss hadn’t met the required duration and presented them with a te of grilled meat, diplomatically calling it a baseline reward.

    Brian epted it with a smile and passed it to Jessica without hesitation.

    Not long after, Vanessa and Spencer ended their kiss as well.

    Given their status as a couple in name only and both being conscious of maintaining their figures, they had little interest in food, let alone the reward.

    If Brian hadn’t cut his kiss short out of concern for Jessica, Vanessa and Spencer might very

    well have been the first to finish.

    Raymond, maintaining fairness, brought them a te as well, this time with a slightlyrger portion, recognition for surpassing Brian’s group.

    That left only two couples still locked in a standoff, Lillian’s and Sabrina’s.

    The smell of grilled meat filled the air, making Lillian’s stomach growl. Unable to resist, she gave Chase a slight push, hinting that it was time to wrap things up.

    The second–ce reward couldn’t be that much worse. After all, she wasn’t asking for much.

    To her surprise, her gesture only seemed to provoke Chase, who deepened the kiss with renewed intensity. Despite her many past experiences with him, even Lillian began to feel overwhelmed. Soon, she was struggling for breath.

    She pushed against him with what strength she could muster, but it was hardly enough. With one firm pull, Chase held her locked in his arms.

    Dizzy from hunger and short of breath, Lillian’s vision began to blur. When she realized he had no intention of stopping, frustration boiled over. She bit down hard on his lip.

    Chase recoiled with a sharp breath, loosening his hold.

    Lillian seized the moment, shoved him away, and wiped her mouth furiously. She shot him a re, thoroughly unimpressed.

    “Were you raised by wolves or something?” Chase groaned.

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    The livestream chat erupted.

    [That’s so funny.]

    [Knew it! Lillian always bites back.]

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    [This is what young love looks like? Kind of adorable.]

    [Too sweet. I can’t stop drawing.]

    [My imagination is already running wild with romantic storylines.]

    [More, please. Loving thisb!/b]

    While the audienceughed, Chase, still tasting blood, looked visibly irate.

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    “I told you to just trust me,” he muttered, already imagining how smug Connor must be feeling.

    He nced in Connor’s direction and, sure enough, saw himpletely immersed in a kiss with Sabrina. The sight only worsened his mood.

    Sabrina, hearing themotion behind her, figured they had won. She tried to pull away.

    But Connor, sensing it, cupped the back of her head and deepened the kiss, taking the lead.

    As the dynamic shifted, Sabrina, never one to back down, instinctively tried to regain control.

    Connor, however, held her firmly, refusing to let her move, his kiss growing even more

    assertive.

    Eventually, she gave in, her resistance fading, leaving him free to kiss her as he pleased.

    The livestream chat howled with glee.

    Connor, though tempted to continue, managed to rein himself in.

    Just before Sabrina lost her temper, he pulled back, though he didn’t let go of her. Instead, he subtly turned his body to block the camera and guided her hand downward, just out of frame.

    “Sweetheart,” he murmured, “you owe me tonight.”

    Sabrina’s expression darkened. She was sorely tempted to p him.

    She couldn’t help but sigh. Young men really didck self–restraint.

    “Get lost.” Sabrina brushed him off and headed straight for the dining table.

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    Connor trailed after her, undeterred, wearing a grin that bordered on smug. As he passed Chase, he bcast /ba nce his way just enough to gloat.

    ‘See? Told you I’d win,‘ he thought.

    Chase’s fists tightened, joints audibly cracking.

    “Alright, let it go. I’m starving,” Lillian said gently as she pried open his fingersb, /bcoaxing him like one might soothe a sulking child.

    Chase turned his head, avoiding her gaze.

    Lillian rolled her eyes.

    She kept her thoughts to herself, but her hands moved quickly, picking up a piece of grilled meat and holding it near his lips.

    She coaxed, “Come on, don’t let it ruin your mood. We’ve got plenty. More than Vanessa, even.”

    They had held out long enough in the challenge to earn two more dishes than Vanessa’s group. While it was nowhere near the all–ess prize Sabrina’s team had imed, it was enough to satisfy their hunger.

    Chase was hungry. And with Lillian personally feeding him, he hesitated only a moment before giving in.

    As he finished chewing, he muttered, “We should’ve won.”

    “All

    my fault. Got it. Want somemb?” Lillian didn’t wait for an answer. She brought another piece to his mouth, effectively silencing him with food.

    Across the table, Connor watched with envy, then turned to Sabrina, who was casually selecting vegetables.

    She caught his look. “What?” she said, annoyed. “If you’re hungry, eat.”

    Still, she absentmindedly dropped two pieces of slightly overcooked beef into his bowl.

    Connor stared at the meatb, /bsighing inwardly. He really needed to stop expecting Sabrina to show any emotional tact.

    He finished quickly, then reached for the tongs. “I’ll handle the grilling.”

    These ingredients didn’t deserve to be wasted.

    Sabrinab, /bmore than happy to be relieved of the task, leaned back and let Connor take over.

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    Enjoying the food he prepared, she turned toward bJessica /band Brian. Seeing that they were nearly done eating, she casually pulled her chair closer and struck up a conversation.

    Jessica didn’t mind. Sabrina’s timing felt natural, and her topic happened to align with Jessica’s interests. They eased into a lighthearted chat.

    Brian, noticing Jessica hadn’t eaten much, had been about to suggest she try more. But seeing her rxed and engaged, he held back, polished off his sd, and began nning to borrow Raymond’s kitchenter. He’d make her something warm for the evening.

    Dinner wrapped up with a brief closing interview, marking the end of this episode’s shoot.

    Everyone returned to their rooms for the night. By morning, they’d be on their way home.

    They were free to arrange their own travel, no need to leave with the production crew, suited Brian and Jessica just fine.

    It gave them a chance to explore a bit more and pick up gifts before heading back.

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    Vanessa watched Brian disappear into his room before turning away. Once back in hers, she immediately texted her agent.

    [Kylie, get me on the same flight as Jessica. Whatever it takes.]

    She had her own reasons for avoiding Spencer, and she knew he wouldn’t care either way.

    The agent assumed she just wanted to get closer to Jessica and agreed without pressing.

    Pleased, Vanessa set her phone aside and went to wash up. She had just climbed into bed when she heard a door open next door.

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