Dad, Please Let Me Solo-Follow! 112

--# Chu Yuanqing's Wedding Photos#

--# Chu Yuanqing Endorses Wedding Dresses#

Holy crap, what an incredibly dreamlike and unbelievable plot twist! Qing Bao's first Weibo was actually a wedding photo with Yayoi? The feeling of winning without lifting a finger is so damn sweet!

Xu Ling was overjoyed, her pride soaring. She laughed at "Qing Ci Li Qu's " lack of strategy, at "Qing Cheng Qing Guo's " lack of wisdom, and at "Wu Zhong Jian Qing's " domineering attitude. She couldn't help but raise her eyebrows in triumph and shout with great delight:

"Yayoi has really hit a jackpot this time. They even openly kissed in the neon wedding dress commercial. I don't even want to think about how many more times they'll kiss in private!"

"Can Tang Liuli do it? Does Xie Qingxuan have that kind of luck?"

"Haha, win, win, win! We've won so much!"

Xu Ling became increasingly happy as she thought about it. Inspiration surged in her mind, and her editing soul was burning. For a moment, she felt like Wu Zetian, widowed and completely deprived of Li Zhi. Ignoring the fact that she was too weak to do anything after staying up all night for half a week, she excitedly got out of bed, sat in front of the computer, and entered the realm of a virtual keyboard immortal once again.

Meanwhile, the wedding dress brand also made a surprise appearance, posting a related Weibo, which prompted fans from both sides to form a group below, urging each other to wait for the advertisement to be released.

The brand did not give a clear response, but instead released some scattered anecdotes, the content of which was extremely graphic. One clip showed Little Sakura suggesting a real kiss, while Qing Bao stared wide-eyed with a stiff smile – a hilarious scene that drew a lot of criticism from fans.

"Damn it, something's wrong! My Qing Bao has run into a real neon copper guy???"

"Mom, this is hilarious! How could anyone use their position for personal gain like this?"

"Damn it, Yayoi, can you tone it down a bit? Can you hide your true intentions? I can't help but smile like an auntie???"

"Damn it, what kind of cunning Sakura Girl? Can she stay away from my Qing Bao? She's just a child, okay???"

Well, putting aside the fact that after this behind-the-scenes footage was released, a large number of CP fans from other camps suddenly switched sides and quietly became champion fans, flooding into the "Wu Zhong Jian Qing" camp, the other A-Class trainees are also gradually following the brand's requirements and posting on Weibo to promote the show.

Xie Qingxuan is the spokesperson for a high-end luxury watch brand called "Goddess Skirt," featuring a gradient pink mother-of-pearl dial.

The most eye-catching feature is the pendulum, crafted from platinum and diamonds, adorned with a lace pattern that sways with the wearer's wrist movements, much like a flowing gown.

Tang Liuli is the spokesperson for Boucheron's feather brooch, called "Moon Wing." The silver metal feathers are surrounded by colorless diamonds, and four of the feathers are adorned with aquamarine, making it very expensive.

Another pair of earrings endorsed by Kiriwake Yayoi is called "Rose Covenant." The bud-shaped design, crafted from platinum, is highly layered, and the pavé diamond setting makes the rosebud even more exquisite and radiant.

Ji Shuzhu is endorsing a ring called Polar Beauty. It is made of 18K white gold, with colorless diamonds and pure white pearls set on the edges and facets. The monochromatic color scheme is particularly eye-catching, elegant and aloof.

Chen Yining is the spokesperson for a bracelet from the Immortal Garden series. Its overall design is inspired by the swirling curves of the oldest ferns in nature, creating an interlaced, three-dimensional base, which is then set with marquise and round white diamonds, resulting in a novel and elegant design.

It can be seen that, including Chu Yuanqing's Mobius Ring pendant, the endorsement products prepared by <Flash Dance> for the six A-Class contestants are all of the type that can be worn close to the body for extended periods.

From the public's perspective, the endorsements offered by Flash Dance are of ridiculously high quality, reaching a level that the current six A-Class contestants are far beyond. Clearly, there is no intention to exploit the contestants' popularity for profit.

Therefore, all the A-Class fan groups were overjoyed and happy for their idols, unaware of the undercurrents beneath the surface.

Meanwhile, in the underground base.

Area C1, [Flow State] Development Room.

Consciousness sinks, self rises.

Liang Xiaoxiao as if she were reviving from a warm and empty cradle, her body brimming with a long-lost sense of ease and comfort. She sat up in the cabin, bewildered and helpless, her expression tinged with fear.

"Why does it stop hurting?"

"No, this shouldn't be the case. It should have been just a hair's breadth away."

"I can feel that if I can get through that dream again, I can reach... [Flow State]."

Although the stinging pain deep in my consciousness gradually receded after being nourished by the mist from the loss of the Calamity Species and guided into a deep sleep by the cabin, what also receded was the senses becoming increasingly acute and clear, as if about to burst through a window.

This is completely different from usual.

Liang Xiaoxiao survived seven Nightmare Demon corridors. She clearly remembered that each time she woke up from the capsule, she was one step closer to the legendary "Flow State." But after waking up this time, all her previous efforts seemed to have been in vain.

So, for those seven days, even when I was on the verge of collapse, I gritted my teeth and faced my fears and shadows, constantly being trampled and crushed by the past. Wasn't that incredibly foolish?

This was just like a cruel joke that fate had carefully prepared for her, filled with thorns and surprises along the way, only to plunge her into an abyss at the end, leaving her utterly fooled.

So, is this a sarcastic jab at her?

They mocked her for being complacent and thinking that she could enter the realm of genius by relying on external means.

Yes.

That's how it's supposed to be, and I'm pretty much ready to give up anyway.

This is my limit; there is no need to continue struggling, nor is there any reason to harbor any further delusions.

Xie Qingxuan is right. That's just who she is. No matter how hard she tries, she'll only look pathetic and laughable. Rather than being a disliked buffoon who ends up with nothing, why not give up sooner and accept reality?

Despair, sorrow, anger, anxiety, frustration, sadness...

Liang Xiaoxiao swallowed all her emotions. She accepted her failure and acknowledged her limits, just like the "majority" in the world who cannot realize their dreams or get what they want. She silently left the [Flow State] development lab.

The Dream Weaver Rabbit gazed at her retreating figure, the smile on its lips vanishing, as if it found it boring, yet also approvingly commented:

"Give up? Well, that's a smart choice."

"Chu Yuanqing destroyed the Calamity Species, and he also destroyed your and those people's only hope."

"That's what strength is. Even if she didn't intend to decide your fate, this is the final result."

"Gentlemen, live an ordinary life. Even the worst [Burning] and the worst [Calamity Shell] require a tenacity and awareness far exceeding that of ordinary people. And defeat... is not necessarily a bad thing."

Flashdance hides many risks and secrets.

Ultimately, however, it is not a game devoid of humanity.

The Dream Weaver Rabbit's quirky humor exists to create the atmosphere of "Flash Dance," but it won't actually indulge in causing irreversible harm to the contestants.

According to calculations, Liang Xiaoxiao's soul will shatter after enduring ten rounds of the Nightmare Corridor.

Therefore, in the original response plan, it would give the other party eight chances. If they still fail to awaken [Flow State] after the eighth chance, they would be forcibly sent to the medical department for recuperation.

If a participant's mental state is too poor afterward and they need a long period of rest, they will be given some compensation and their Withdraw from Competition will be pre-arranged.

These compensations vary from person to person. For Liang Xiaoxiao, it would probably mean helping her terminate her contract with the unscrupulous company, introducing her to a reliable entertainment company to sign with, and medical expenses of up to five million yuan.

Only...

Not long ago, Chu Yuanqing destroyed the Calamity Species in the base, which effectively interrupted the advancement path of all the contestants who needed to use it to forge [Flow State]. During this period, there was no longer any chance to turn the tide with [Flow State].

Dream Weaver Rabbit said quietly:

"The next batch of Calamity Species will arrive at the base in three days, but during these three days, all the gains they have made in the past will inevitably diminish and decline. All progress will be like a mirage, collapsing in the dim light and shadow."

"What people fear is not effort itself, but meaningless effort. So after such setbacks, who would choose to 'waste time' and continue to persevere?"

"Only fools like that deserve a little reward."

Area B1, A-Class practice room.

Chu Yuanqing changed into her dance costume and completed a set of flexibility exercises.

Her slender waist and back stretched as she moved, revealing the clear lines of her shoulder blades. Her long legs and hip curves were particularly eye-catching under the yoga pants that clung to her skin, sometimes taut and curving with each movement.

Meanwhile, Xie Qingxuan and Ji Shuzhu were also training.

Compared to Chu Yuanqing, who was drenched in sweat and looked somewhat weak after just a short while of exercise, these two had more stamina, steady breathing, and more standardized and skillful movements, showing the demeanor of seasoned veterans.

Ji Shuzhu has a great figure, but unfortunately the Golden Haired Doggy next to her is more mature and sophisticated. Although all her movements are normal, it just doesn't look like a "fan service" segment that can be included in Live Broadcast Room.

Five minutes later, after the three of them had practiced for a round, they gathered together to prepare to draw a dance piece.

Chu Yuanqing's face was flushed from exercising. She casually tidied her ponytail, her eyes glancing around absentmindedly as she pondered how to be more attractive.

Xie Qingxuan's gaze lingered on her pink lips, then glanced at her soft black hair. Her heart fluttered. Aside from the simple thought of kissing, what came to mind more was the dazzling image of Chu Yuanqing with his white hair and golden eyes.

Although I hadn't paid much attention to the other person's charm because I was too eager before, that dazzling figure left an indelible impression on my consciousness, and it can be clearly recalled with just a little recollection.

If...

I wish Xiao Qing could stay that way forever. I always feel that kissing her would be softer, sweeter, and more comfortable.

Xie Qingxuan still couldn't understand that strange feeling of weakness in her legs; she could only instinctively rub her thighs together. She decided to go to Chu Yuanqing's bed that night to ask him about this, and maybe even get a kiss.

Ji Shuzhu glanced at the two of them with some confusion.

It's strange. They haven't filmed any endorsements, so why does the atmosphere seem closer and more subtle after we haven't seen each other for a few days?

Virtual Screen popped open from the center of the three, containing a library of tens of thousands of songs for three-person dances, presented with special effects that encompassed the entire room. Without much thought, the group placed their palms on the selection interface, and the surrounding light and shadows scattered and intertwined, quickly displaying a video.

The more Chu Yuanqing looked, the stranger his expression became.

This dance doesn't push the boundaries like "Dangerous Party," but its style is somewhat unusual.

Japanese songs, virtual Diva, love triangles, infidelity, romantic entanglements, and themes of distortion and betrayal—all these elements, combined with the voices of electronic Diva and the performances of dancers, create a powerful and tragic atmosphere.

--ACUTE.

From a choreography perspective, this is extremely difficult in a trio dance. It not only requires great coordination, but also demands excellent control over facial expressions and the handling of subtle movements.

Now, they have to face the initial problem.

So, who will take the male lead role and portray this scumbag?

P. S.: Um, I don't know if this counts as a spoiler, but the things the character endorses are basically Magical Girl Transformation device, so I can't just write whatever I want. I also have to consider the aesthetics and the positioning of the endorsement, so I spent a lot of time finding information before writing this, which is why this chapter is a bit late.

P. S.: Also, goodnight, and please vote for me with your monthly tickets!

Volume 1: 116. The Domesticated Dog; Xiao Qing, Teach Me! (5K1)

<ACUTE>.

The key to this dance piece for the three of them, besides the difficulty of the dance itself, is the language barrier. Just as Kiriwake Yayoi was at a disadvantage when she drew the Great Xia Song Contest, the three of them, as Great Xia people, will also have a natural barrier when singing songs in foreign languages.

Of course, due to the geographical location of Sea Capital <Flash Dance>, the audience was almost entirely composed of people from Great Xia. They could easily detect the incongruity when listening to songs in their native language, but they didn't notice much difference when listening to foreign languages, so they were less likely to nitpick.

Even with the computational power of a Super AI, the final score given by the mentor group will still be objective.

Therefore, one question is very important.

Ji Shuzhu took the initiative to ask:

"Chu Yuanqing, do you speak Japanese?"

Xie Qingxuan doesn't need to confirm this question. She comes from a family with a rich academic background and was able to participate in Model United Nations games in elementary school. She knows a little about the world's mainstream languages, including Japanese.

As for Ji Shuzhu herself, even though she had never studied Japanese before, with her Hyperthymesia's exaggerated efficiency in absorbing, understanding, and memorizing information, she could easily catch up.

Rather than saying she's a choreographic genius, it's more accurate to say she's an absolute genius in any field that requires memory and accumulated knowledge.

Chu Yuanqing nodded and said:

"I've studied Japanese and can communicate normally with people, but I've never sung a Japanese song."

Although she hadn't deliberately studied it, she had used the Blessing skill to access the memories and knowledge of many people, including those speaking multiple languages, and was at a basic level where she could speak and read most of them.

After resolving this issue, the three began reading the background story of ACUTE.

Well, unlike normal dance music, as an extension of the virtual Diva project, this song has a very clear creative background and story source, including novels and comics.

The details may vary slightly depending on the version, but they are all classic love triangle stories.

Simply put, Hatsune Miku, Megurine Luka, and Kaito are childhood friends.

The two girls are friends, but they both fall in love with Kaito. At first, Hatsune told Megurine that she would back out if Megurine liked Kaito, but Megurine, out of concern, said that she didn't like Kaito and promised to help Hatsune.

Afterwards, Hatsune confessed her feelings to Kaito, who agreed but only treated her as a younger sister. Later, while drowning his sorrows in alcohol, he met Megurine and had an affair with her that night.

Hatsune gradually notices something amiss with her friends and lover, begins to investigate, and finally learns the truth. Feeling that she has lost both friendship and love, she suffers a mental breakdown and takes an extreme step. In front of Megurine, she stabs Kaito with a knife and then slits her own throat to commit suicide.

The essence of the choreography for <ACUTE> lies in the fact that it not only recreates the entire story through the progressive layers of dance, but also portrays the complex psychology of the characters through the handling of some details, ultimately giving the whole performance a strong theatrical feel.

However, this also makes it very difficult. It requires a high degree of precision in the coordination and even the management of facial expressions among the three performers. If any one of them falters, the story conveyed by the dance will collapse and lose its original charm.

Moreover, unlike dances like "Dangerous Party," which are easy to understand, have a lot of sexually charged movements, and can easily stir up the audience's emotions and hormones.

<ACUTE> is either so outstanding that the audience can understand and empathize with the story, or so mediocre that it is somewhat meaningless, lacking excitement and highlights throughout, and becoming just another run-of-the-mill show.

In other words, it's only suitable for performances, not for competitions.