Chapter 25: She Really Didn’t Want to Advance

Next breath.

Suddenly, Dream Weaver Rabbit disappeared in place and projected itself in front of Chu Yuanqing’s face. Its half face was almost close, with crimson pupils and a human-like expression, creating a creepy and horrifying effect.

If someone saw through Chu Yuanqing’s eyes at this moment, they would probably be startled.

Hmm, sitting next to her, Chu Wang Shu was so scared that her eyes widened.

Even though Chu Yuanqing wasn’t afraid, she felt guilty for slacking off at work and getting caught.

Dream Weaver Rabbit grinned, admiring Chu Yuanqing’s calm and exquisite face like appreciating a precious gem. With a deeper color in its eyes, it complimented in a meaningful way:

"Chu Yuanqing, you truly have the talent to be an idol."

As the words faded away, trainees’ gazes came from all directions.

Putting this sentence into a talent show is like an ancient emperor complimenting a prince in front of a crowd, drawing attention to her uniquely outstanding qualities, becoming a target for criticism in public.

Chu Yuanqing felt extremely embarrassed and angry, as if sitting on pins and needles.

Is this show working against her fate? How come even zoning out is interpreted as having idol capabilities? Can’t a person relax anymore?

And this red-eyed rabbit resembling Quibi is surprisingly malicious like Quibi. Can we quickly take back that statement, please?

But unfortunately.

Without waiting for her response, Dream Weaver Rabbit continued speaking, ignoring the strange looks from the trainees as she floated slowly into the air and said:

"All the equipment in the base has been certified for safety, and the contract you signed for the competition includes relevant insurance."

"If you get injured due to the equipment provided by the program group, the compensation ranges from a minimum of five million to a maximum of sixty million, so feel free to try out new things in the base."

(Translated by Gravity Tales 馃槂)

"This may be the only chance in your life to experience them."

"As for the next step, the program group has just uploaded eight theme songs to the official website for voting until the end of the day. The theme song with the highest votes will be used for your upcoming group performance."

"Until then, you are free to roam around the base, visit, train, or rest."

"Now, dismiss."

As the words faded,

Dream Weaver Rabbit glanced at Chu Yuanqing in the last seat and then disappeared on the spot.

Chu Yuanqing sensed something was off as she met the other’s gaze, feeling a bit uneasy. Could she have caught the attention of something strange?

Chu Wang Shu tugged at her sleeve and whispered:

"Qing Qing, that Dream Weaver Rabbit seems really odd."

"Do you think it’s the creator or the data it’s fed that’s the issue?"

Chu Yuanqing gave her a disapproving look, saying unkindly:

"The Dream Weaver Rabbit is a super AI, probably holding a lot of power in this base. Don’t think it can’t hear you when you gossip behind its back, be careful not to get on its bad side."

Chu Wang Shu nervously covered her mouth, innocently blinking her eyes, and shifting the focus away from the topic as the crowd dispersed gradually.

"Qing Qing, which dorm room do you live?"

Chu Yuanqing chose a less crowded entrance and said as she walked:

"Room 403 on the F floor."

The little girl replied with some surprise:

"How coincidental! I’m also on the F floor, but in room 301."

Chu Yuanqing remained calm on the outside but felt relieved inside.

It was a good thing that she and her daughter were not in the same room. Her daughter had been getting too clingy lately, like a little puppy always following her around. Chu Yuanqing knew she would go crazy eventually.

"Since we’re heading in the same direction, right? You didn’t lose the access card that the program group gave you, did you? It’s essential for getting around the base."

Chu Wang Shu quietly felt her pocket, found the card, and then retorted unhappily:

"Definitely not, I’m not stupid."

"Hmm, you’re not."

Chu Yuanqing responded seriously, glancing at the distance.

Chen Yining’s bright red hair stood out in the crowd, walking beside Ji Shuzhu with a proud smile on her face.

Ji Shuzhu’s eyelids drooped lazily.

Even though these two had sharp personalities, when they were together, they didn’t stand out as much. They seemed more like close friends, just like the rest of the trainees gossiping, their relationship seemed very good.

Xie Qingxuan perfectly embodied the persona of the Great Devil, with her high-class platinum blonde hair shimmering in the light, appearing ethereal in the mist. Unlike the other trainees who walked together in groups, she silently walked away on her own, leaving behind a graceful figure.

Chu Wang Shu exclaimed:

"Xie Qingxuan has such charisma, like the Great Devil."

The Great Devil?

Chu Yuanqing suddenly felt familiar, a sense of recognition sparked in her chest. She shook her head in confusion. In her mind, the only ones fitting the title of the "Great Devil" were those who caused the earth to shake with each breath, the main city to collapse, and the earth’s crust to howl in agony - the Calamity God.

Even at her peak, facing an opponent of this level would require using the power of immortality, resurrecting hundreds of times, combining counterattacks with mental impacts, and layers of strengthening skills, just to defeat them with Levatin.

As for Xie Qingxuan, she was a girl with an elegant appearance, a somewhat cold and stubborn personality.

Well, in her eyes, the other participants were all pretty much the same.

After all, these trainees were not much older than her daughter, some even younger. In Chu Yuanqing’s mind, they were just like children.

Even Kirimi Miyuki, who shone brilliantly on stage, was still a girl who could make mistakes, get nervous, and feel flustered offstage.

"May I ask where you live?"

It was Kirimi Miyuki who spoke.

Chu Wang Shu felt like she was facing a great adversary, inexplicably experiencing the discomfort of her parents giving away her toys to someone else. Despite her upbringing, she stood quietly on the side, discreetly observing.

Chu Yuanqing didn’t hesitate and replied:

"Room 403 in Building F."

Kirimi Miyuki pushed aside the strands of hair near her ear, her fair skin looking delicate. Her distinct black and white eyes were watery and pure. Her expression was quite serious on her innocent face.

Hmm, even with her hair tied in twin ponytails, she looks cute when serious.

"I live in Room 209 in Building C."

"As a way to repay you for helping me earlier, let me help you too."

Chu Yuanqing was momentarily puzzled by the extremely formal statement, and she asked in confusion:

"Help me?"

Kirimi Miyuki earnestly affirmed:

"Hmm, we can practice the theme song dance together."

Chu Yuanqing was shocked and stunned.

Despite calling it practicing together, just by watching her own performance, she knew how humble and tactful this statement was.

Kirimi Miyuki was simply there to be a free mentor, and maybe even get taken advantage of.

This kind of action is rare even in the fiercely competitive talent shows, let alone in "Dazzling Stage".

Moreover, with her limited understanding of dance instruction, Kirimi Miyuki’s suggestion was like a blessing in disguise.

The key point is, she didn’t want to advance at all!