CEO's Sweetheart is a Super Idol
Chapter 62 - 60: What the Truth Is Like

Chapter 62: Chapter 60: What the Truth Is Like

The agreed time had arrived.

Ye Yuwei, adhering to the conditions set by Galaxy, prepared to apologize at the theater.

In the eyes of Hanoi fans, this was Ye Yuwei’s last desperate attempt to win them back through an apology.

Even the other minor idols in Hanoi thought the same.

Under the gaze of hundreds of fans inside the theater and several times more outside, Ye Yuwei began her performance according to the prearranged procedure.

Dressed all in black, with red-rimmed eyes, she walked to the center of the stage, her face pale and haggard.

Anyone who saw her in this state would believe it was the result of days of torment.

"Hello everyone, I’m Ye Yuwei. Today, I’m here to apologize to all the fans who’ve supported me, as well as to my teammates and the company." Ye Yuwei’s voice was choked with emotion, tears streaming down her face.

"I’m sorry!" She placed her right hand on her heart and bowed deeply to everyone.

Returning to the microphone, she choked up and couldn’t speak, tears flowing like a spring. Her frail body trembled like dry grass in the wind.

Of course, those tears weren’t for the fans; they were for the youthful sweat she’d shed in this small theater.

She knew this moment marked a final farewell; she could never return to this place she both loved and hated, filled with complex emotions.

"I failed to fulfill the responsibilities of an idol, letting everyone down. Once again, I apologize to you all." Ye Yuwei cried so hard her cheeks twitched.

Behind the curtain, the other minor idols watching her felt a profound fear.

Li Jiaqi, in particular, trembled with empathy. She couldn’t imagine what would happen if her secret rendezvous were discovered. She felt as though she were a woman caught in an affair, about to be dragged to the execution ground to be cursed and humiliated by thousands.

"I will accept full responsibility for the mistakes I’ve made. I don’t beg for forgiveness, but please give me a chance. I promise to change. Please don’t abandon me." Ye Yuwei said, bowing deeply again, this time for a whole minute.

The audience was silent, but most of their eyes gleamed with a cruel excitement, reminiscent of the mob watching an execution in a Lu Xun story.

"Lastly, I want to say that my friend and teammate Yu Qingjia also suffered unnecessary harm because of me."

"All mistakes are mine alone. Please punish only me and spare the innocent. I hope Qingjia recovers both physically and mentally."

As soon as she finished these words, the audience erupted in fury.

"Shameless, Ye Yuwei, you fake green tea icon!"

"Ye Yuwei, do you even understand why Yu Qingjia was hurt? Despicable!"

"Crocodile tears, two-faced idol!"

"This? You call this an apology? You’re just performing! You’re trying to infuriate Qingjia on purpose!"

If it hadn’t been in the theater, the enraged fans would likely have swarmed over to tear Ye Yuwei, the supposed "tea art master," to shreds.

Behind the curtain, the minor idols were stunned.

No one expected Ye Yuwei to be so bold, still calling someone out in such a situation.

It seemed she was planning to self-destruct and leave the idol industry entirely.

Li Jiaqi, after her initial shock, felt something was off; Ye Yuwei would never be this foolish.

As Ye Yuwei exited backstage, Lu Bingbing and Yu Qingjia suddenly stepped onto the stage.

The fans and other idols were dumbfounded—was this going to be a public confrontation against Ye Yuwei?

"Yu Qingjia! Yu Qingjia! Yu Qingjia!"

The small theater filled with thunderous chants.

Everyone hoped that justice would defeat evil. The female fans, in particular, seemed frenzied.

But Yu Qingjia, aside from gazing sorrowfully at the crowd, made no further response.

Lu Bingbing gestured for everyone to quiet down.

"I’m sorry, I’m sorry..." Tears welled in Lu Bingbing’s eyes as she bowed repeatedly to the fans present.

Moved by her sincerity, some fans also shed tears.

Yu Qingjia, standing beside her, cried even harder.

"Don’t cry, Bingbing, you did nothing wrong!"

"Bingbing, you don’t have to apologize—let Shen Xing come out!"

"Old Mu, get out! Is this company even human?"

"Bingbing, you’re too kind! Don’t bear the blame for Ye Yuwei!"

Lu Bingbing, with a solemn expression, gazed deeply at everyone:

"Ye Yuwei’s history as an idol was once glorious; she contributed to N Team’s achievements."

"In the years we spent together, we fought hard and braved storms, striving to achieve our vision of a thriving ’N Rabbit’ team and secure every spot in the top seven rankings."

As she spoke, tears sparkled in Lu Bingbing’s eyes, filled with a sense of downfall, like a hero at the end of their journey.

"Today, Ye Yuwei has lost her place as an idol and forgotten the vows she made when joining the team. As the captain, I cannot shirk my responsibility."

Upon hearing this, everyone held their breath, their indignation reaching a peak.

"Therefore, I have decided to resign as captain of N Team to atone for my failings. With the company’s approval, Yu Qingjia will temporarily assume the role of captain."

Seeing the fans, red-eyed and on the verge of another uproar, Lu Bingbing raised her voice, "To ensure a smooth handover of responsibilities, I will assist Qingjia as vice-captain."

Behind the curtain, Li Jiaqi suddenly realized—it was all about consuming the last remnants of Ye Yuwei’s reputation.

No one could truly replace Lu Bingbing as captain; she wasn’t just the spirit of N Team but the universally acknowledged leader of Galaxy.

Yu Qingjia was merely a puppet; the one pulling the strings behind the scenes remained the Empress Dowager Lu.

Nonetheless, Yu Qingjia also benefitted—she not only regained popularity but also gained more voice within Hanoi.

Yet there was one crucial point Li Jiaqi hadn’t considered.

This resignation of Lu Bingbing would lead outsiders to view the Yu Qingjia incident merely as internal strife within one of Galaxy’s sub-idol groups.

In this way, Galaxy avoided accountability for its management and bypassed the corporate responsibility, at the very least, for the safety of its employees.

...

"Yuwei, I’m sorry."

Looking at her friend dragging a suitcase and about to leave, Li Jiaqi’s tear-dried eyes reflected utter sorrow.

"Jiaqi, no need to apologize for anything. I’m just going somewhere else to further my career."

"That’s good. Staying in Hanoi, fighting back and forth... It would all be fleeting in the end."

Li Jiaqi was certain her friend would be heading to Wu Jingxiang’s place this time.

Ye Yuwei reached out to wipe her friend’s smudged makeup.

She didn’t mention anything about Wu Jingxiang.

Such matters couldn’t be shared; otherwise, they would only bring trouble upon her.

"Jiaqi, work hard! This year’s top seven rankings will definitely include you."

"I’ll do my best. When it happens, let’s act together again."

Li Jiaqi envisioned that if she made it to the top seven, there would be more opportunities for acting gigs outside the idol sphere.

She might then have the chance to collaborate and spend time with her friend again.

"Yuwei, don’t forget the promise we made: No matter where we are, we’ll video call each other every day."

"Of course, as long as you don’t find it annoying."

Ye Yuwei opened her arms, giving her friend a big hug.

Li Jiaqi, seemingly losing everything, almost cried again. But Ye Yuwei pressed a finger to her lips: "Jiaqi, no more crying. You’re no longer a child. Be strong."

"...Okay!"

Li Jiaqi held back tears, her lips trembling as she tried to suppress any sound.

As the two walked out of the central dormitory together, the usually bustling hallway was eerily empty. Only Lu Bingbing, dressed in white with flowing hair, stood silently.

Li Jiaqi, upon seeing her, lowered her head in shame.

"Yuwei, wishing you smooth sailing." Lu Bingbing walked closer and gave Ye Yuwei a hug.

"Captain, thank you." This time, Ye Yuwei was genuinely moved.

She could feel that, despite Lu Bingbing’s complex feelings toward her, the blessing given now was sincere.

The truth was, if Hanoi hadn’t been so small, unable to lift all of them to prominence, forcing them to fight like venomous insects, they might have become true friends.

"Captain, please take care of Jiaqi. She’s a loyal and earnest person."

Li Jiaqi froze upon hearing Ye Yuwei’s words: "Has Yuwei already..."

Lu Bingbing, however, remained calm, seemingly already prepared: "Don’t worry. I will."

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