Chapter 176: Peach Picking Partnerships

The morning air buzzed with anticipation as the production team gathered the participants. The director, clipboard in hand, stepped forward to make an announcement. "Today's project is simple but essential. We'll be picking and selling peaches at the local market." The team members exchanged excited glances, already imagining the bustling market scenes. Phoebe, always strategic, immediately proposed, "How about we self-select our teammates today? It could make things more interesting." Her eyes subtly drifted toward Simon, hoping he would choose her. Jean, catching Phoebe’s intent, nodded thoughtfully. "That sounds fair. Since Mariana and Simon are the newcomers, they should choose their partners first." Joe, standing beside Jean, voiced his support. "I agree. It’s a good idea to let them pick first." The director, taken aback by this unexpected suggestion, hesitated before responding. "Alright, we can try this new approach." As the group shifted to the selection process, Phoebe s