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Hao Ji's Pre-Death Farewell Ceremony Reveals Past Conflicts, Deepened Bonds

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Hosts of the reality show "Huanyu Longhu Bao" experienced unexpected emotional moments during a trip to the Simaqous tribe.
  • A "pre-death farewell" ceremony prompted the hosts to share candid feelings, revealing past conflicts and deep bonds.
  • Despite moments of intense competition and emotional vulnerability, the hosts ultimately strengthened their friendship.

A trip to the Simaqous tribe for the reality show "Huanyu Longhu Bao" took an unexpected emotional turn for hosts Hao Ji, Dila, and Cheng Cheng. While participating in activities like cleaning rooms and transplanting cherry trees, Hao Ji's competitive spirit flared up during a collaborative oil painting session, leading to a dispute with Dila.

Director Shen Ke-Shang, affected by the recent deaths of Big S and tribal members, arranged a "pre-death farewell" ceremony. This unusual event encouraged the middle-aged men, who are not typically expressive, to share their true feelings. Dila became so emotional that he requested a pause in filming.

Because reading could make me win against many people, but playing ball I would always lose. For me, if I'm going to lose, it's not fun!

โ€” Hao JiHao Ji explains his childhood shift from basketball to academics due to his competitive nature.

During the ceremony, Cheng Cheng confessed to Hao Ji that he used to dislike him, finding him difficult and vowing never to work with him again. However, he admitted that Hao Ji's unique charm always drew him back. Cheng Cheng admired Hao Ji's willingness to openly display his flaws.

I can't accept this accusation!

โ€” Hao JiHao Ji reacts defensively when accused of not cooperating during a collaborative painting session.

Hao Ji, in turn, expressed his desire to be included more in Cheng Cheng's social gatherings, acknowledging the childishness of his feelings but admitting he still cared about being part of the inner circle. Dila described Cheng Cheng as a "little brother" who offered encouragement but also evoked jealousy. He confessed to feeling embarrassed by his strong, hidden emotions towards his friend.

Dila praised Hao Ji as a "true dreamer," stating that seeing his flaws and failures only increased his trust in him. He believed Hao Ji's core nature meant he would never compromise others, even at his own expense. The ceremony fostered a deeper bond among the three.

Actually, I really disliked Hao Ji. His personality is awkward and annoying. Every time we finished working together, I swore I would never interact with him again, but I was always drawn back by his unique charm.

โ€” Cheng ChengCheng Cheng reveals his past negative feelings towards Hao Ji during the 'pre-death farewell' ceremony.

However, the emotional atmosphere was broken when Hao Ji, noticing Dila spent longer filming Cheng Cheng's farewell than his own, questioned if Cheng Cheng was "more worthy," eliciting laughter from the crew.

He is truly not good in many ways, but the coolest thing about him is that he is willing to show all his flaws to everyone. I am not willing to do that myself.

โ€” Cheng ChengCheng Cheng praises Hao Ji's vulnerability and willingness to be open about his imperfections.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.