Romance Variety Show: Director, there's something wrong with my script!

Chapter 87 Sakurayama Onsen Ryokan

A lush bamboo grove, the sound of raindrops pattering on the bamboo leaves, and the soft light filtering through the bamboo shadows create a gentle, Japanese-style scene.

Looking at all this, Chen Yuan sighed at the unique charm of the island nation.

Before me stood a wooden building with vermilion doors and dark brown pillars. Warm yellow lanterns bearing the words "Sakurayama Onsen Ryokan" hung under the eaves, exuding a rich Japanese ambiance.

After everyone got off the bus, they quickly ran to the eaves to take shelter from the rain. The cool rain, mixed with the sulfurous smell of the bamboo forest and hot spring, hit them and made the temperature drop considerably.

Although it's late July, there's a slight chill in the air.

The program crew members who arrived shortly after got out of the car were immediately handed over to the hotel owner who was waiting at the door.

The owner was an elderly man with gray hair, dressed in a traditional kimono, who greeted everyone with a gentle smile and bowed.

"Translate, get to work!" Xu Zhiyi said calmly.

"..." Chen Yuan was speechless. He hadn't expected that his Japanese would become a free translator. "The boss said he welcomes us and has prepared rooms and dinner for everyone."

Everyone's eyes lit up upon hearing this. They hadn't eaten dinner on the cruise ship, and now that it was dark, they were getting a little hungry.

Soon, the staff finished talking with the hotel owner, then took their luggage and went into the hotel together.

Upon entering the hotel, everyone was amazed by the interior decoration of the hot spring hotel.

"Everyone, come here for a moment. The accommodations in Kagoshima this time will be allocated based on the remaining funds from the previous auction on the cruise ship." The staff member's words immediately piqued everyone's curiosity.

The money left over from the previous auction had never been used, but now I finally understand its purpose.

Chen Yuan and Lin Wanxing exchanged a glance, and their hearts sank. After spending all their money, would they still have a room to stay?

As Lu Zeyan, Ji Chengyu, and the others received their keys, they learned from the staff that the suites all had two beds, were spacious, and even had small balconies.

When it was Chen Yuan and Lin Wanxing's turn, the staff handed them a small wooden key, saying with a smile, "Ms. Lin Wanxing spent all her money when she bid for Chen Yuan, so your room is the most compact Japanese-style room, with only one tatami mat."

"Huh?" Lin Wanxing's eyes widened instantly, and she took the key with a blank expression.

Once the keys were distributed, everyone quickly realized a serious problem.

"Are we going to share rooms as bidding partners?" Zhang Jianjian asked.

"That's right, men and women stay together, but please rest assured that there are surveillance cameras in the rooms, and we will ensure the safety of every guest," the staff member said earnestly.

"..."

Upon hearing this, everyone's expressions varied; they were neither pleased nor disgusted, but they all felt awkward.

However, since everyone had participated in the program, they understood that similar situations would occur, so they quickly accepted the rule.

Chen Yuan and Lin Wanxing were bewildered. After finding the room corresponding to the key, they froze the moment they pushed open the sliding door, their expressions instantly turning to despair.

This Japanese-style room is only a dozen square meters. The walls are covered with light brown wood paneling. A large tatami mat is laid out by the window, with two neatly folded futons on it. Apart from that, there is only a small low cabinet and a low table, making even extra walking space feel cramped.

"This...this is way too small..." Lin Wanxing's lips twitched as she looked at the tatami mat, on the verge of tears. "And two people have to squeeze into one bed?"

Chen Yuan rubbed his forehead in exasperation. The production team really knew how to play games. They were hoping he wouldn't be given a bizarre task at this moment. Luckily, his accurate premonition didn't happen.

Neither of them expected that the accommodation was also tied to their room; the thought of the two of them sharing a tatami mat was incredibly awkward. "Oh well, it's only for two days, let's just make do," Chen Yuan could only offer a forced consolation.

Lin Wanxing nodded, her face falling as she packed her simple luggage, secretly regretting that she had impulsively spent all her money.

Before long, the two people sitting on the tatami mat stared at each other blankly. The narrow room had completely cut off any possibility of privacy.

However, the awkwardness was quickly dispelled by the delicious aroma wafting from downstairs. The hotel owner had prepared a sumptuous sushi feast and invited everyone to dine in the restaurant.

Upon hearing this, everyone's mood improved for once, and they all came downstairs.

The restaurant is also in a Japanese style, with low tables and cushions, and a huge sushi boat in the center. Various kinds of sushi are neatly arranged, and fresh ingredients such as salmon, tuna, and surf clam gleam temptingly. It is also accompanied by miso soup, sashimi, and Japanese side dishes.

"Wow! This looks so delicious!" Su Qingyuan was the first to sit down on the cushion, picked up a piece of salmon sushi and stuffed it into her mouth, squinting her eyes in satisfaction. "Fresh and sweet, even more authentic than the Japanese restaurants in China!"

Everyone took their seats and began to enjoy their meal.

Because Chen Yuan understands the island language, he acts as a communication bridge between them and the boss. Everyone was surprised to learn that the ingredients were all purchased from the local fishing port that morning and were extremely fresh.

The owner also specially recommended sake to pair with sushi. It has a low alcohol content and a smooth taste, making it very suitable for women.

The dinner was lively and cheerful, and the laughter dispelled the gloom of the rainy day and also eased Chen Yuan and Lin Wanxing's dissatisfaction with the small room.

While eating sushi, Lin Wanxing whispered to Chen Yuan, "I'll forgive this small room for the sake of the delicious food." Chen Yuan couldn't help but smile and nodded in agreement.

This scene shocked the staff off-camera, who were surprised that Chen Yuan could speak Japanese, something that wasn't mentioned in the materials.

In this way, it seems that the translators they originally planned to hire are no longer needed.

After a satisfying meal, everyone decided to relax in a hot spring to dispel the fatigue of the journey.

The hotel's hot springs are divided into men's and women's baths, both located deep in a bamboo forest. The open-air baths are surrounded by bamboo groves. The rain has stopped, and the bright moonlight shines on the surface of the baths, creating a shimmering silver glow.

The men's and women's baths are separated by a bamboo fence, and people on both sides can hear each other talking.

For a while, Lu Zeyan and the others were soaking in the hot spring, and they didn't forget to chat with Zhang Jianjian and the others next door.

Chen Yuan looked quite content. The hot springs here were clearly genuine, unlike those on the cruise ship. They were much more comfortable to soak in, and the environment was even more beautiful.

The surrounding bamboo grove swayed, and if one were alone, it would feel lonely. But at this moment, the sounds around me dispelled that feeling of loneliness.

Since today was a free day, everyone was in good spirits, and it was already 9 p.m. when we came out of the hot spring.

Everyone had a drink they bought from the vending machine, and they leisurely sipped it before returning to the hotel lobby to gather, where the butler was already waiting.

After everyone had arrived, the butler began to speak, "Tomorrow we will begin a special mission in Kagoshima. The mission will revolve around the unique characteristics of Kagoshima, allowing you to experience the local culture and earn more points for your team."

Upon hearing this, everyone waited curiously for the butler to continue.