How to become an ACE of a top boy group

"What's going on? How did I suddenly end up here from the Endless Abyss? Ah—this place, could this be the famous 'Idol Research Project'? Could it be that the four renowned professional idol researchers are right in front of me? Oh my god—"

Luo Xi's acting was poor, but the genuine praise made the four hosts smile. Liu Langsheng coughed and said, "You flatter me, Enxi. We are just ordinary researchers who are trying to study the factors that make idols popular."

The camera focused on Luo Xi, who was smiling broadly as she held her resume up to her chest.

"Hello everyone, I am Ronxi from ILitter. I have become the Lighter in the Endless Abyss, and I am the greatest pursuer of the candles!"

Ronxi

February 3, 2025

17 years old

Height 177cm

Weight 56kg

Position: ACE

MBTI: ESFJ

Highlight tags:

"The Lightbearer of the Endless Abyss," "A Genius of Contrast," "A Source of Energy," "A Gloomy and Sickly Villain"

Chen Liangping said, "Fans all say he is a very energetic person, and now that I've met him, it's true—just seeing him makes me feel his charm, and I feel like I'm falling in love with him."

Luo Xi said with a smile, "It's the love from the candle that fills me with energy!"

Zeng Chu: "She really has a very delicate face. Is the mole on the corner of her mouth also a point of attraction?"

“Yes, the fans really like this part.” Rosie looked confidently at the approaching camera and let it film freely.

Chen Liangping flipped through the folder: "Because of his influence in MVs and on stage, he was called a gloomy and sickly villain by fans, but now he seems quite endearing."

Luo Xi: "I feel very relaxed on 'Idol Research Project,' the atmosphere here is really great~"

“He’s quite the talker.” Zeng Chu smiled and turned on the projection screen. “I’ve prepared some screenshots of his music show performances about this ‘gloomy and sickly villain.’”

A cool screenshot of Rosie on stage in "Fatal Desire" has been released.

"The same person?" Chen Liangping said in surprise, "The same person as this person with a smile like a sunflower?"

Luo Xi explained, "This is because I don't have a very gentle appearance. If I don't smile, I look like this—"

She adopted a cold expression and subtly changed her posture in front of the host, immediately aligning herself with the aura of the gloomy, sickly villain on stage.

Liu Langsheng was shocked: "Is this what a genius with contrasting personalities is like...?"

"I see that this picture is Eun-hee's killing part, which has been verified by fans. Shall I perform it while I'm at it?"

"Ok."

Luo Xi performed this part as instructed.

The four people clapped at the same time: "Wow—no wonder he's a genius of contrast!"

Zeng Chu said, "Ah, that's it. If it's on stage, or when you're not familiar with someone, they can seem very cold and serious. They can perfectly perform their part on stage, but in reality, they are very gentle and friendly to their fans. This contrast... that's a really good quality of an idol. Donggang, you have to remember this."

Donggang quickly wrote: "I've already memorized it!"

Liu Langsheng said, "It is said that the stage performance of 'Twilight' on the show 'My Favorite Treasure 101' received great reviews. It seems that many of the nicknames came from there. I see that many fans strongly want to see Eunhee's rap part again. How about she performs it again?"

Donggang: "Time, it's almost time..."

Liu Langsheng: "Ah, what a pity, our program has limited funds, so we can only research this far before we have to put you back in the Abyss. Well then, let's say goodbye to our audience with your sunflower smile one last time."

As Luo Xi pressed the button in Donggang, she smiled and waved to the screen again: "Bye-bye!"

Sigrún has taught at the Iceland University of the Arts as a part-time lecturer since and was Dean of the Department of Fine Art from -. In – she held a research position at Reykjavík Art Museum focusing on the role of women in Icelandic art. She studied fine art at the Icelandic College of Arts and Crafts and at Pratt Institute, New York, and holds BA and MA degrees in art history and philosophy from the University of Iceland. Sigrún lives and works in Iceland.

After Luo Xi finished recording, she walked to one side of the recording studio and sat down next to Song Chuchu. Lu Yun insisted on coming over and sitting next to her, putting his hand on her shoulder. The three of them watched Gu Minxing, who was still recording.

"Gu Minxing, the captain and second-in-command of ILitterer," he stood quietly on the white platform, gently holding up his resume.

Gu Minxing

February 21, 2025

18 years old

Height 183cm

Weight 66.4kg

Position: Lead Vocalist

MBTI: ISFJ

Highlight tags:

"The Caller of the Endless Abyss," "A Clear Spring's Voice," "A Gentle Star," "The Ideal Boyfriend," "A Hexagonal Warrior"

Liu Langsheng praised him directly, "He's a very stable person. I heard he was already quite famous when he was a trainee in Mo Ri. To be able to become a top trainee in such a big company is really not easy. He's definitely a very talented kid."

“Ah…” Gu Minxing said honestly, “Actually, there are things I’m not good at either. My rapping isn’t very good.”

"Your voice is so beautiful," Zeng Chu exclaimed.

"A clear, gentle, and mature voice—no wonder it's called a 'clear spring.' How beautiful must a voice be to sing?" Chen Liangping echoed.

Gu Minxing then sang a high note from the title track "Fatal Desire," as well as an even more difficult song, which earned her a round of applause.

After discussing "gentleness" and being constantly called "boyfriend" by fans, Gu Minxing finished recording and sat down next to the three of them.

Lu Yun then placed his other hand on Gu Minxing's shoulder, putting his entire weight on Gu Minxing and Luo Xi.

The last person to record was Lee Yong-hyun, who, as always, stood casually like a painting, half-deadly holding up his resume.

February 4, 2025

19 years old

Height 186.3cm

Weight 64kg

Position: Visual Designer

MBTI:

Highlight tags:

"The Vision Controller of the Endless Abyss", "The Begonia Flower Fairy", "Little Xu Tan", "Twisted Bro"

Lee Yong-hyun rejected the concept of a company, saying, "Actually, I don't quite understand why either."

Regarding the title "Begonia Fairy," which she earned from a photoshoot during a talent show, he believes it's "probably a marketing ploy by the company."

This elicited a burst of laughter.

Regarding what the host said,

"She looks so good, she has the face of an actor."

"A glowing face."

Lee Yong-hyun said, "I should have said these words to my former violin teacher. It seems he was right to recommend me as his idol."

He declined the request to perform the violin, saying, "It's been too long since I played, I've almost forgotten everything."

"I heard that she looks a lot like Xu Tan, which has attracted many fans of the actress."

"I don't know Xu Tan, and I rarely watch TV."

"It does feel like a burden, because if you're similar to an actor, it's like you're being compared to them. Even if others don't say it, you might think that way yourself."

"It's alright, I usually don't want to."

……

The camera then shifts to the four hosts.

Liu Langsheng sat in his chair and said, "Everyone here is really unique. I feel like Iletter will definitely succeed."

Zeng Chu: "I think so too."

Chen Liangping: "We've collected a lot of information today, so it's finally time for our analysis—each researcher should choose the most noteworthy highlight and explain their reasoning. We've already written it on the whiteboard; let's present it together, three, two, one—"

Zeng Chu flipped open a sign that read "Genius of Contrast": "Because the new album 'Invitation to the Banquet' is an album with a dangerous yet elegant, but charming feel. Therefore, my top recommendation is—'Genius of Contrast,' and promoting this is definitely the right thing to do."

Chen Liangping's board read the same: "Agreed. A genius of contrasts, Luo Enxi is the most suitable."

Liu Langsheng: "I am a confident maniac, because if I am a newcomer, the most suitable person is the one who can attract the most attention. This kind of arrogant personality will definitely attract a lot of attention."

Donggang: "Abstain. There are too many. I genuinely think every member is great."

Chen Liangping looked at the camera: "Viewers, which label do you think is the best to promote? Please vote for these labels! The person with the most votes will have a chance to win an autographed Polaroid photo from this episode of ILitterer!"

Liu Langsheng clapped his hands and clapped the clapperboard: "Alright! We have now completed all the research. Let's move on to the next verification stage. Who will win the hearts of more ordinary people? One pick, start!"