CEO's Sweetheart is a Super Idol
Chapter 86 - 84 Establishing Standards

Chapter 86: Chapter 84 Establishing Standards

"Everyone, please take note — the performances going forward should aim to meet the standard of the group that just performed. They are the benchmark for a proper girl group."

Luo Junxiang’s words made everyone’s heart tighten. They were silently comparing their own skills to see if they could reach the level of the Bala Girl Group.

"Just now, I noticed that the girl named Qiang Yueting danced exceptionally well. I want to hear her sing as well." Luo Junxiang’s comment stirred up complex emotions among many of the girls in the room.

They knew that anyone given a solo performance opportunity would likely be someone their company intended to heavily promote.

The fact that Qiang Yueting earned this chance was not surprising to most in the audience. After all, she had competed on "Huaxia’s Voice" and achieved a respectable ranking. Among the five members, she was indeed the best singer.

Ye Yuwei watched as Qiang Yueting, smiling with confidence, stepped forward. This girl was truly composed, with no trace of nervousness on her face.

However, her biggest drawback was that she neither exuded a girlish charm, nor a mature allure, nor much cuteness.

In terms of appearance, she was at a significant disadvantage.

"Let me showcase one of my original songs," Qiang Yueting said as the staff brought out her instrument.

She then performed a song with a straightforward melody, yet it was quite pleasant to listen to. She even integrated the names of the girls in her team into the lyrics.

The song beautifully conveyed their sisterhood and team spirit.

The other girls on stage cooperated seamlessly during the performance.

Ye Yuwei was certain that this was a practiced routine.

Whoever had planned this performance was very clever.

When others gave solo performances, they showcased their individual strengths. If someone had the ability to outshine everyone else, they would rise to the top. However, by leveraging the collective strength of the group, one could achieve a result greater than the sum of its parts.

Within this team, the most dazzling figures were undoubtedly Fu Xiaoyu and herself.

The mentors appeared quite pleased as they watched.

Next up was the Red Sun Rising girl group, stepping onto the stage.

This group exuded youthful energy. They looked like college students who hadn’t yet graduated.

"Why is your group called Red Sun Rising? Are you aspiring to be the brightest sun?" Long Zitao quipped as he teased them.

"Actually, Red Sun Rising is the name of our company. Our group’s name is DS98," Lin Jiayi, standing at the center, said with an effortful cute smile.

Lu Bingbing couldn’t help but shake her head slightly at Lin Jiayi’s demeanor.

This girl’s persona didn’t quite fit. While her face was round and she looked decent, her intrinsic vibe didn’t align with cuteness at all.

Being cute wasn’t just about having a babyface; it required an innate charm that felt convincing, or else it would come across as awkward.

The unanimously acknowledged "sweetheart" of Hanoi, Ran Ran, was the kind who exuded natural cuteness from her appearance to her aura, making her believable.

Among the contestants sitting there, Jiang Mengqi, Lai Ruoxuan, and Lv Xiaoxue were all representatives of the "sweet" type.

The worst part was that Lin Jiayi’s image overlapped with Lai Ruoxuan’s.

Both had youthful, petite features, but Lai Ruoxuan appeared more natural and fresh.

"DS98? Why did you pick that name? Are you trying to diss the 98 girls here?" Long Zitao continued with his jokes.

Lin Jiayi was momentarily stunned by the question.

From her perspective, Long Zitao had a point — weren’t they here to compete, after all?

But if she admitted it, would it come across as too aggressive?

Faced with a difficult choice, she made a "fierce" "wa-yah" sound and said, "Yes."

In the end, she decided to stay true to herself. She had absolute confidence in her abilities.

Ni Chunshu, Li Shihan, and Lin Jiayi opted for an upbeat song.

Their movements were clean and sharp, showcasing plenty of explosive energy. Every beat was hit precisely, and they cleverly avoided their weak point — singing.

Their chosen song had a simple rhythm and short lyrics. Still, they went off-key and were a fraction of a beat behind overall.

At the end of the routine, Li Shihan pulled off a challenging dance move.

The audience responded with enthusiastic applause.

In Ye Yuwei’s opinion, this group performed very well. They rotated the center position strategically. Although their self-introductions were lackluster, their performance earned them points.

Among them, Li Shihan and Lin Jiayi left a strong impression.

Li Shihan purely relied on her technical skill, while Lin Jiayi showcased a "cute but fierce" side, thanks to the joke Long Zitao had thrown her way.

Next to take the stage was the Fashion Girl Group.

This group received the warmest applause from the girls in the audience.

Within the group, Yang Ni was truly dazzling with her short blonde hair and devilish smile.

Once the introductions were over, they began their performance.

Their singing and dancing skills were on par with the Bala Girl Group’s.

It was clear that considerable effort had gone into planning their routine.

Midway through the performance, there was a deliberate "music mix-up" moment, leading to a twist. The star of the act turned out to be Yu Xiaohong, the girl with quirky looks, a purple top, glasses, and a knack for always staying on rhythm during mentor-led rehearsals.

The whole performance had a stage-play quality, with an excellent overall effect.

At the end, captain Yang Ni led the group in using dance movements to depict "riding a motorcycle" and "applying makeup," bringing the routine to a climax.

Watching this routine, Ye Yuwei sighed inwardly. Yang Ni was simply too dazzling.

If the program team edited the footage normally, the other members of this group would likely be overshadowed by her radiance.

Although Yu Xiaohong had a comedic persona, her resemblance to Gao Ziyi presented an issue.

When audiences looked at comedic characters, they typically favored those with a rounder build.

But fate is unpredictable; it would depend on how things played out for the two of them.

"This group performed really well. My eyes couldn’t leave two of them," Zhang Wei was the first to speak.

"Me too — the captain and the girl next to her," the usually quiet Wang Junhe added.

This surprised many, as they had expected the focus to be on Yu Xiaohong and Yang Ni. But instead, it was Wang Miaomiao and Yang Ni.

Of course, in terms of appearance, Wang Miaomiao was more stunning.

Her figure was more balanced and voluptuous than Yu Xiaohong’s, her legs long and straight, and her face breathtakingly beautiful.

On the other side, a flicker of disappointment crossed Yu Xiaohong’s eyes.

She had tried her best, but the spotlight still belonged to others.

"Have you heard this song before?" Luo Junxiang’s slightly puffy eyes gleamed with an expression that made the girls uncomfortable.

Under Wang Miaomiao’s puzzled gaze, he made what he thought was a cute gesture — but really came across as sleazy — waving his hands as he sang, "Mmm-mm! Kiss me, I want a kiss."

This made not only the trainees but also the other mentors onstage visibly cringe with embarrassment and helplessness.

It was unclear what possessed him to act in such an absurdly tacky manner.

Wang Miaomiao was equally uneasy but couldn’t help feeling a twinge of pride within.

After all, the man was a long-established celebrity, and the way he looked at her proved her undeniable charm.

Should a mentor like him back her on the show, her path to fame would undoubtedly become much smoother.

Motivated by such thoughts, she immediately struck a pose blending cuteness with seductiveness to sing the song, finishing with a blown kiss.

However, she wasn’t bold enough to flirt outright on stage; her kiss was aimed elsewhere.

Yang Xiaoyue, on the other hand, appreciated Luo Junxiang’s antics. This segment had high entertainment value, was within the rules, and didn’t push boundaries.

After all, the song had been publicly released before.

Meanwhile, Lu Xiaoman of Little Grass Culture watched with clear disdain.

As a social media influencer, she knew all too well what someone like Luo Junxiang was like behind the "star" facade.

These kinds of people often sought "deep discussions on life" with influencers like her.

Zhang Jiarui, who was livestreaming incessantly, also smirked, her eyes full of derision.

"Mr. Luo, is this really appropriate?" Lv Fangxin murmured softly. In her eyes, the lofty image of "Mr. Luo" was beginning to crumble.

Others, like Chen Yinghan and Liu Feiyu, who came from influential backgrounds, remained indifferent.

They, too, were well aware of the true nature of the mentors seated there.

Soon after, Zhang Wei asked Yang Ni to perform a solo segment.

This opportunity was one of the perks offered by the show to the participating companies.

Each company could nominate someone they wished to promote, and Yang Ni delivered an excellent performance.

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