How to become an ACE of a top boy group

At 9:7 AM on July 6th, 30 hours before the video audition, the trainees were notified to gather in the dance studio of the practice building for a collective check of their practice.

First, groups A, B, C, D, and E performed the theme song in groups. Group A gave a perfect performance as expected, neat, smooth, and beautiful. Surprisingly, Group E also performed quite well. On the contrary, two trainees from Groups B and C made mistakes and were scolded by the dance teacher AMM who was watching.

Then, following the previous formation, the whole group danced once more. It was the first time for a group performance, so naturally it wasn't in sync. They were scolded and made to practice many times until almost 1 p.m., when they finally danced in a way that satisfied the teachers enough to go have lunch.

Luo Xi, Song Wenchen, and Ning Xiangqi went to meet up with Le Jing, when Liu Jibai suddenly appeared.

"Luo Enxi, how about we go out for dinner? I have something to tell you."

The boy in front of her was all smiles. Rosie sensed that what he was saying was definitely not good news.

【It's definitely not a good thing, he's up to no good!】041 also said.

"Although it's not a good thing, knowing is better than not knowing."

Thinking of this, Luo Xi said, "Okay, it's been a long time since we ate together."

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The restaurant was a free buffet. The two of them took their food and sat in a secluded corner that Liu Jibai had found.

Liu Jibai began with a long string of polite words, "It's been so long since we chatted, Enxi. You know, we used to have a pretty good relationship, but we haven't seen each other since you came back."

"You're getting busier and busier these days. You're always rushing around, never seeming to have a moment to spare. I didn't expect you to become so dedicated after just one trip to the hospital. That's amazing! You're not even logging into your account anymore. Do you still have your phone? You said before that your phone could evade detection, is that true?"

“Of course it’s true.” Luo Xi went along with him. “How about I send you a message when I get back?”

"No need, I didn't bring my phone with me."

"Don't report me! If I get searched, you'll be the first person I come to."

"No, no, we're good friends, how could I do such a thing?"

"Really?" Luo Xi returned the courtesy. "I only realized during rehearsals that you sing quite well."

"Oh? Haha, thank you." Liu Jibai smiled casually.

Luo Xi continued, "I think you really have the feel of a lead singer. Not everyone can be so technically skilled, emotionally expressive, and have such a good voice. You must have practiced for a long time, or there must be some story behind it. To be honest, when I first heard you sing, I never expected you to be so amazing."

Liu Jibai was taken aback for a moment and said, "Why are you suddenly bringing this up?"

He picked up the cup somewhat awkwardly to drink water, as if trying to cover the slight blush that had appeared on his face.

This reaction surprised Luo a little.

Is he the type who rarely gets praised? I feel like someone with his talent wouldn't lack compliments.

"You've only been practicing at BOB for a short time, haven't you?"

“Where did you hear that I’m from BOB?” Liu Jibai said. “I was an ordinary person before. I’ve worked as a KTV waiter, a food deliveryman, and an electronics factory worker. I only found a trainee company after I learned about this show, and I trained for… about half a year.”

“Oh, because I saw you teaming up with BOB’s people before, I assumed it was you.” Luo Xi also took a sip of water and said, “Then you’re similar to me. I’m also an amateur, and I just randomly found a training company called Feile. You wouldn’t know where it came from if you just heard the name, right?”

"Ah, yes, that's why I don't have many fans, so if the voting score increases, I'll probably be eliminated very quickly."

"Most people would say I'm sure I'll win the championship, you're being too modest."

"Isn't that the truth? I'm not famous and I don't have many fans. Although I think I have some talent, very few people think so. Sigh, let's not talk about this anymore, it's embarrassing." Liu Jibai suppressed his true feelings.

But Rossi wanted to keep arguing with him.

"Can I get your autograph? I think you could be a really great idol."

"You want to be my fan?"

"I'm starting to think about becoming a fan. I'm going to watch your singing performance ten times when the show airs."

"Then you'll have to help me boost my data, take photos, and manage my followers."

"Okay, okay, forget it. You know I'm already very busy with practice. It seems like getting an autograph for free is going to be difficult."

"Haha~"

"Let's not talk about that anymore, I have something important to tell you," Liu Jibai suddenly whispered in Luo Xi's ear, "a new big scoop."

Luo Xi jumped away, covering her ears because they were itchy.

Are you ticklish?

"Yes, don't whisper in my ear."

"But these things are not easy to talk about, so we have to tell you in secret. Don't spread it around, okay? Besides, I heard it from someone else."

Liu Jibai shoved a USB drive into Luo Xi's hand, leaned close to her cheek, and said, "I didn't notice before, but you have a mole below your lip. I didn't notice it before, but now it's quite noticeable, making you look less ordinary. Hey, what do you look like with makeup? I heard that people with flatter faces are very versatile."

"is it?"

Luo Xi does have a mole below her lip, on the left side of her chin, but she didn't see it at all when she looked in the mirror at the hospital before. Is it because her charm value increased by 1 point that her former facial features finally became apparent?

"I can't answer that it might be because my charm level increased by 1 point," Luo Xi casually said. "Isn't that normal? You also have a mole under your eye."

"You're not shy at all!"

“Tsk.” When she heard someone question her sense of conviction, Luo Xi immediately said, “I don’t have any feelings for anything other than debuting and fans.”

"Great! You're truly my good friend!" Liu Jibai slapped Luo Xi on the shoulder, picked up his empty plate, stood up, and said approvingly, "Remember to watch!"

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Because he had classes in the afternoon, Luo Xi quickly checked the contents of the USB drive under the system readout of 041 when he got back.

It is a screenshot of a chat between An Kexin and an unknown woman.

Luo Xi was taken aback: "An Kexin and Liu Jibai...aren't they supposed to be a couple?! I thought they were at least friends, right? Backstabbing?"

041 had anticipated this: [I've already said it, Liu Jibai is just no good.]

The contact name on the chat page is: "Heart" Sister "Heart".

An Kexin: Sister, I miss you, [crying with tears], it's so tiring here.

People with girl profile pictures: [patting emoji][kitten emoji]

The person with the girl's profile picture: Our baby has really suffered! [crying][crying]

People with girl profile pictures: Hang in there a little longer.

The person with the girl's profile picture: I'll make you crayfish when you get home.

An Kexin: I also want to eat cola chicken wings, braised pork, and steamed scallops!

An Kexin: I really want to go home soon!

An Kexin: My sister's cooking is the best food in the world! [heart][heart][heart]

An Kexin: Call duration 1 hour

There are also many, many more call records.

There are too many to list. Scroll down the screenshots and look at the important parts. (041 and Luo Xi)

An Kexin: Don't be sad. I'll be your boyfriend. I don't want you to be fooled by some random person.

The person with the girl's profile picture: But didn't you want to be an idol?

An Kexin: I'll secretly be your boyfriend, and my sister will keep it a secret.

People with girl profile pictures: Hahaha, is she one of those secret girlfriends?

Anker: Where shall we meet tonight?

The person whose profile picture is a girl: [an address]

An Kexin: Happy 520! I sent you roses and left them with the security guard. Remember to pick them up when you get home from get off work. Even though I'm not here, don't feel lonely.

People with girl profile pictures: [crying][crying][crying]

People with girl profile pictures: [heart][hug]

……

It means she should post it online, using someone else to do her dirty work.

Although Luo Xi really wanted to pretend that her phone had been suddenly taken away by the staff so she couldn't post this gossip and just quietly enjoy the drama, she thought, "This is obviously his older sister, isn't it?"

Using her as a pawn is one thing, but treating her like a fool is another.

[041 also feels that way!]

But the next file is a voice recording of An Kexin talking to another trainee. It's roughly about the two discussing family. An Kexin said he envies the other trainee for having an older sister, as he only has an older brother and no sister.

This should be proof that the woman mentioned above is not An Kexin's older sister.

"Although it feels fake, if this kind of thing gets out, it will still cause An Kexin to lose fans, because it's quite easy to spread rumors. I'll still tell An Kexin about this and remind him."

[But Luo Xi, what if An Kexin turns around and attacks you like Chen Zui did, accusing you of spreading rumors? Or what if An Kexin tells Liu Jibai about this, and Liu Jibai says you did it all, and then the two of them team up to frame you?]

"No way, An Kexin seems like a really nice person. But, you never know..." After thinking it over, Luo Xi said, "He helped me practice choreography before, and that's how I learned that choreography can be adapted, so... consider this a way of repaying his previous kindness."