The Return of the Cannon Fodder Trillion Heiress - Chapter 81

Chapter 81: Chapter 81 Eating in the Wild 2
Unbeknownst to Hera and the crew, as Hera introduced various items on the show, viewers began searching for them online. Soon, the stocks were depleted. Initially, it was out of mere curiosity, but as people recognized their usefulness and space efficiency, others began purchasing them for personal use as well.

Leaving the online platform with a sense of satisfaction, having witnessed a significant surge in sold items across their inventory. Soon, demand for Hera’s promotions skyrocketed, but they still didn’t know which company she belonged to because UE still hadn’t released that specific info.

“Did your grandfather teach you about these things too?” The old guide inquired as he handed back the lighter to Hera.

“No, not really. I just had a hunch that there might be some handy tools like these available, so I did some searching and found them online. Luckily, they exist. Carrying a big camping backpack around, especially in potentially dangerous situations, would be quite cumbersome, you know,” Hera answered honestly.

Everyone nodded in agreement, but their conversation was cut short when Xavier handed Hera the 12 sticks he had sharpened. With Hera finished rubbing salt into the fish, she took the sticks and began skewering the fish, piercing the other end into the ground near the fire. She repeated this process until the bonfire was surrounded by fish on sticks.

Afterwards, she moved to fetch water for the pot to start cooking the mushroom soup to accompany the fish. While waiting for the water to boil, she diced the mushrooms, garlic, and shallots.

She diligently monitored the fish, ensuring they were cooked evenly, with the old guide lending a hand. Before long, the water reached a boil, prompting Hera to commence the preparation of the mushroom soup, skillfully adding the necessary ingredients.

To enhance its creaminess, she made sure to incorporate her favorite Ridiculous No.55 butter, cleverly concealed within her tactical belt bag. Although disguised as something else, it still occupied a considerable space in her gear.

The cameraman watched in disbelief as Hera boldly used the butter.

Feeling the incredulous gaze of the cameraman upon her, Hera spoke up.”What? This hardly qualifies as a snack, let alone a food. It’s more like a condiment,” Hera exclaimed, her thick skin evident as she refused to compromise on the quality of her food. She wasn’t one to back down, especially when it came to culinary matters.

[AuntieNextDoor: That’s a foodie for you… LOL]

[PasserbyGod: It makes sense though. ( ◕‿◕)┬─┬]

[JushReading: I’m wondering how the Director will react to this Hahaha!!!]

[ArtisanMakerOfficial: I wonder how many boxes of that butter she has. It seems like she has an endless supply. Do you think I can buy one from her? (, Ծ_Ծ,)]

Since the cameraman had no rebuttal to Hera’s statement, and knowing he would also be partaking in the meal, he simply fell silent and resumed his duties.

Shortly after, the mushroom soup reached a boil, and Hera began to distribute the cooked fish, each piece carefully placed on a fresh leaf for each person. She then poured the fragrant mushroom soup into the three portable cups she had. One cup was shared by Bry and the old guide, another was shared by the two cameramen. However, as Hera poured the mushroom soup into the last cup, she suddenly realized that the remaining cup could only be shared between her and Xavier.

Uncertain of how to approach the situation, Hera decided to simply place the cup between them. If Xavier wanted the soup, he could have it; if not, she would gladly enjoy it herself. ‘Sounds like a good plan’, so she nodded in agreement with her own decision.

She then refocused her attention on the hot fish in her hand. The cooked scales were almost falling off from the skin, so Hera used a clean twig to scrape them off. With the steam rising invitingly, she took a satisfying bite of the freshly cooked fish.

Feeling the heat, Hera couldn’t resist taking a bigger bite of the hot fish, but it was still steaming and she ended up burning her tongue. With a quick blow to cool it down, she tried to soothe the burn without losing the delicious bite of fish in her mouth.

“Hmmm! Sister!!! This is delicious!!!!” Bry exclaimed, eagerly savoring the fish while deftly avoiding the smaller fishbones.

“Indeed, the fish is fresh and cooked to perfection, the seasoning is spot on,” one of the cameramen chimed in, echoing Bry’s sentiment.

“I’m glad that you like it, Bry. Just be careful as you eat, there’s still more here,” Hera said with a smile, pleased to see them enjoying the food as much as she did.

She noticed Xavier meticulously extracting the meat from the fishbone, his intense focus giving him an unexpectedly innocent aura. Hera couldn’t resist a soft chuckle at the sight. When Xavier looked up in response to her laughter, Hera already turned her attention back to eating.

Noticing Xavier’s lack of interest in the mushroom soup, Hera gladly took a sip from the cup herself. Her eyes closed in contentment as the warm soup flowed down her throat, its flavors dancing on her taste buds. The addition of butter elevated the soup to new heights, leaving Hera and even Bry and the old guide feeling irresistibly drawn to its addictive taste.

She savored a few more sips until she had consumed half of the soup, then subconsciously placed the cup down, nearly in the same spot between her and Xavier, albeit slightly closer to her this time. With her focus back on the fish in her other hand, she continued to enjoy the meal, occasionally stealing glances at the serene surroundings.

The atmosphere quickly became lively as they engaged in a spirited conversation, sharing their own outdoor experiences. Xavier, though mostly silent, listened attentively to their stories as he deftly deboned his second fish before resuming his meal.

Hera’s attention was suddenly drawn by an insistent nudge on her arm, leading her to believe that Xavier had something to say to her. And indeed, he did. “Give me more soup.”

“Huh?” Hera’s head snapped to the side as she tried to comprehend his request. ‘Surely he didn’t just ask for more?’

“More soup,” he repeated, passing her the now-empty cup that had been sitting between them.

Certainly, Hera desired to grow closer to Xavier as part of her strategy, but she was mindful of her boundaries. She had heard that Xavier was particular about not sharing personal items, especially used utensils like spoons and cups. His condition is almost close to Mysophobia.

Hera stole a quick glance at the cup, confirming its emptiness. Meanwhile, viewers on Xavier’s livestream shared in Hera’s confusion. Many had been loyal fans since Xavier’s early days as an aspiring actor, and they were well aware of his aversion to sharing personal items.

That’s why they couldn’t understand why Xavier didn’t object to using the same cup as Hera.

[XaviermyHubby: Did Xavier really see her drink from that cup?]

[Xavierno1: I doubt it!]

[Xavierfan: Seems unlikely. If he did, he’d probably toss the cup aside.]

[Xavierbaby: Agreed, it’s probably just an honest mistake.]

Then another question arose after that topic was set aside by his fans.

[XaviermyHubby: So, does that mean… it’s an indirect kiss?]

[Xavierno1: Ahhh!!!! No!!!!!! That’s Xavier’s first!!!]

[Xaviermylife: Argh!!! This doesn’t count, does it?]

[Xavy: Noooooo!!!! My Xavy was violated!!!]

Although Hera was worried that Xavier would get angry at her, she still filled the cup with soup and passed it back to Xavier. She also considered that he might not have realized that she had drunk from the cup, or else, he wouldn’t even touch it.

After considering this possibility, she felt a weight lifted off her shoulders and smiled again as if nothing had happened. If he didn’t know, she didn’t have to say anything.

“Don’t you want to drink anymore?” Xavier’s question caught Hera off guard, causing her to choke on the fish meat she was about to swallow.