Chapter 581
Chapter 581:
He’d never admit that he’d stayed on as a part-time host just to be closer to his idol. No one else knew that Janice was the mysterious chef who had withdrawn yet still claimed the grand prize back then, and Aaron took quiet pride in being the only one who knew the truth.
Janice reached into the box and drew a ball, the number five peeking through her fingers.
“Janice picks number five!”
Aaron’s voice boomed through the room as he announced the number Janice had drawn. “Next, please!”
“I’ll go.” Kenneth stepped forward with a confident stride and threw a sly glance at Aiden. “I’ve got a feeling this time—it’s my turn to be paired with Janice.”
Aiden let out a derisive snort. “Confidence is admirable, Kenneth, but overconfidence? That’s a recipe for embarrassment.”
Kenneth didn’t so much as flinch. His smirk deepened as he approached the blue box, dipping his hand inside to draw a number ball.
In the live stream chat, the virtual crowd erupted. “Ahh! I’m so nervous! Please let it be Kenneth and Janice!”
“Kenneth and Janice are perfect together—they have to pair up!”
“No way! It’s Aiden and Janice or nothing!”
The online audience held their breath, eyes glued to the screen as Kenneth slowly revealed the number in his hand.
Aaron’s voice rang out again, sharp with excitement. “Kenneth has drawn number five! Congratulations, Kenneth! You’ve been successfully paired with Janice.”
Kenneth’s face lit up with triumph. “Looks like my gut feeling was right after all.” He turned back to Aiden, tossing the numbered ball lightly in his hand as if to underscore his victory. “Luck is on my side.”
𝖁𝖎𝖊𝖜 𝖘𝖊𝖈𝖚𝖗𝖊𝖉 𝖋𝖎𝖑𝖊 𝖔𝖓 𝖌ⲁ𝖑𝗇𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝗌・𝖈𝖔𝖒
Aiden’s expression darkened, his jaw tightening as his fists curled at his sides. He should have gone before Kenneth. The possibility of Janice being paired with another contestant had crossed his mind, but Kenneth? That stung.
In the background, Alissa watched the scene unfold with quiet satisfaction. She barely concealed the smug curve of her lips as her gaze flicked towards Aiden. This outcome wasn’t left to chance—it was her doing.
No matter who stepped forward first, Kenneth and Janice were always going to end up paired. She had made sure of it. Her eyes lingered on Janice, a shadow of cold amusement flashing in them. Kenneth was infatuated with Janice, and if they grew closer, it would clear the way for her own plans with Aiden.
Meanwhile, the live stream chat exploded again. “Yes! My prayers have been answered!”
“OMG! Kenneth and Janice! Finally, we’ll get some sweet moments!”
“Don’t blow this, Kenneth! Show us what you’ve got!”
Janice and Aiden had unmatched chemistry on the show, and if Kenneth wanted to win over the audience—and Janice—he had his work cut out for him.
“Janice!” Kenneth strode toward her, the numbered ball rolling lightly in his palm. “It’s an honor to be paired with you this time.”
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