The Heiress' Savage Comeback

Chapter 286 A Terrifying Prospect

Bailey quirked an eyebrow, observing the two disgruntled individuals. His gaze shifted upwards to find Simone engrossed in a lively conversation with Zac. The way she interacted with Zac was strikingly different from her usual demeanor with them. She exuded an aura of warmth and charm. Upon closer inspection, Bailey noticed that Zac was utterly enchanted by Simone. The longing in Zac's eyes suggested an intense desire to be constantly at her side. It was highly probable that he harbored hidden intentions towards Simone. Upon entering the private room, Zac excused himself to continue his tidying duties. Andrew, who was outside, appeared visibly upset. Simone and Aaron entered the room, completely ignoring him. She had become increasingly distant and remained taciturn. However, Aaron's behavior was becoming increasingly intolerable. Jodie lowered her gaze to clean the table, her eyes brimming with resentment. Earlier, she had requested Zac's assistance in lifting a table, but he had disregarded her. Now that Simone had arrived, he was showering her with undivided attention. As the favored heir of the Turner Family, why was he going out of his way for Simone? What had she done to earn his favor? This left a bitter taste in Jodie's mouth. She had been toiling away in the restaurant for hours.Her back was aching, and her waist was throbbing with pain. Yet, Zac had previously made snide comments, insinuating that they weren't performing their duties well. During their break, he even taunted them, accusing them of deliberately slacking off. He asserted that if they didn't want to work earnestly, they shouldn't bother at all, as they didn't merit their wages. He failed to consider that she would be exhausted from working tirelessly. Simone sat there, assisting with makeup, merely moving her hands, yet Zac was thoughtful enough to allow her to rest. Jodie was evidently more fatigued than Simone. He was nothing but a hypocrite. Simultaneously, although she was reluctant to admit it, she harbored feelings of envy, jealousy, and resentment towards Simone. She hadn't realized before that Simone could make someone as temperamental as Zac, lower his guard and fawn over her.Simone certainly had a few tricks up her sleeve. In the private room, Leon proactively offered the menu to Simone, suggesting, "Take a look and decide what you'd like to eat." Simone's expression turned icy and detached, and she declined the menu. "We'll order when the others arrive." Then, she pulled out her phone and began chatting with Tina in the group chat. Tina and the other three were en route. Instead of performing, the four of them had resorted to becoming extras. There was a street in Cubilis specifically allocated for filming traditional attire dramas. Since they couldn't secure other jobs, they decided to become extras. Each of them earned 45 dollars.So, when Zac extended an invitation for a meal in the group chat, they readily agreed and hurried over. Leon felt a pang of bitterness when he observed Simone's indifferent attitude. Zac had asked her to order food, and she had happily agreed, but now that he was present, her demeanor had shifted. "Well. Let's wait for them," she said, forcing a smile. Simone didn't respond, clearly uninterested in engaging in conversation with him. Aaron noticed that Leon had been rebuffed and wisely chose not to instigate any further dialogue. After sending a message to Tina, Simone put her phone down. She turned to Bailey, who was seated next to her, and inquired, "Will you be staying at the inn with us tonight?" Bailey nodded in affirmation, "Yes. The production team informed me that I'll be joining all of you for the next week." Simone queried, "Since you've settled in Cubilis, you must be familiar with it, right?" He responded, "Yes. I've been residing here since my childhood, so I'm well-acquainted with it." She smiled and asked again, "Besides what is mentioned online, are there any interesting places or activities that tourists aren't privy to?" She wanted to seize an opportunity to interact more with Bailey, to observe and evaluate him. After pondering for a moment, he suggested, "There is a night market specifically for geomancy masters in the evening. If you're interested, I can accompany you there." "But photography and filming are prohibited, so you won't be able to livestream it." Simone was unaware of this. Since Bailey had mentioned it, he must have already planned to take them there. She expressed her interest, saying, "Let's go explore it after the livestream concludes." He nodded in agreement, "Sure. I'll guide you there." Simone asked again, "Are there any money-making activities in Cubilis? Like competitions or something?" Bailey, being well-versed with the ancient city, answered promptly. "There is a polo competition the day after tomorrow, and even tourists can participate. The top three teams will be rewarded with silver coins by Cubilis. In addition to cash, gold and silver can also be used as currency in the shops of Cubilis." "You can use silver coins in all the shops, but if you find it inconvenient, you can also exchange them for cash at the bank." He added, "Many tourists actually prefer to exchange cash for silver coins." "It is believed that this enhances their immersion in Cubilis.""I prefer using gold and silver as currency, and I'm more accustomed to it." Simone chuckled and said, "I see." "Do you know how to play polo? How about we form a team and give it a shot?" Polo was an ancient sport where players on horseback used a mallet to hit a ball. She used to relish playing it in ancient times and was quite proficient. Bailey replied, "I know how to play." "The competition here is in groups of six, but only if you genuinely know how to play. Otherwise, you won't be permitted to participate." "After all, it can be potentially hazardous." "If we can't gather enough people, we can join other teams to play." "Of course. It would be ideal if we can form a complete team." He glanced at Aaron and Leon and asked, "Can you two play?"Both of them shook their heads helplessly. "No. We can't." They actually wanted to so they could play with Simone, but just then, Zac walked in with a grin and announced, "I know how to play this. Count me in." He was fond of horseback riding and playing polo and would often indulge in the sport. Apart from him, Keira, Jodie, and Andrew also entered the room. Keira smiled and offered, "Although I don't know how to play, I can support you as a cheerleader." Bailey smiled and responded, "That sounds good." Then, he turned to Jodie and asked, "What about you two?" Jodie flashed a sweet smile and said, "I can play. When I was studying abroad, Andrew used to take me to play often." She never anticipated that she would learn polo just to fit into that social circle, but now she could utilize it. Especially with this distinguished guest, the more she looked at him, the more appealing he became. His appearance and demeanor were exceptional as if he were a nobleman from ancient times. She sensed a mysterious aura surrounding him, which was particularly captivating. It was the first time she had encountered a man with such charisma, and it stirred her heart. Once she had this feeling, she wanted to cling to it. That was how she felt about Zac. It also implied that as long as she held onto him, her luck would multiply. So, she was determined to participate. Her eyes sparkled, and this might even become a pivotal turning point for her to leave her past behind. She had to excel and outshine Simone.Andrew also chimed in, "I can play, too. Count me in." When he was studying abroad, he had a few friends in the circle who enjoyed playing polo, and he would often join them. This was his forte and a great opportunity to showcase his skills. It was far better than serving dishes and being ridiculed by Zac. He was determined to surpass Zac and turn the tables on him. Bailey smiled and said, "In that case, we now have five people." At that moment, another group of people entered the room. Simone introduced the new guest, Bailey, to them. Then, she asked Tina and the others. "Can you play polo?" Tina raised her hand and said, "I can."She had received training in this sport before. She used to wonder why she had to learn it. Now, she realized it was for this moment. She was even more amazed. She had been taught polo, but that was ten years ago. Did the people behind the scenes already know that they would come to Cubilis? If that was the case, it would be terrifying.

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