How to become an ACE of a top boy group

After Luo Xi finished her rap, the audience applauded, but she didn't hear it because she was completely immersed in the emotions of the song.

As Gu Minxing's emotions deepened, she burst into a high-pitched cry: "Let me stay by your side / Whether it's sunny or rainy—"

Liu Jibai's perfect transition and coordination raised the pitch even higher: "I can't go away / I can't stop / Even if there's never a tomorrow for us—"

"You know, you know..."

Ning Li, Liu Minneng, and Luo continuously harmonized in the background and at the end of the song, enriching its layers.

""you know you know..."

Liu Jibai sang in his deep, sweet voice: "I want to always be by your side."

Gu Minxing continued, "I wish you well."

Liu Jibai closed his eyes, his voice and expression carrying a hidden longing: "Even if I do nothing, just seeing your smile is enough."

Gu Minxing's clear, moist voice mingled with Liu Jibai's: "May you be well."

Ning Li said, her voice trembling as if she were about to cry, "Just let me stay by your side / whether it's sunny or rainy..."

Liu Jibai and Gu Pingdi sang one high note after another, displaying considerable skill in their transitions and harmonies: "woo—"

Liu Min was able to perfectly conclude with a deep, story-telling voice: "I can't go away / I can't stop / Even if there's never a tomorrow for us..."

After the performance, they left the stage amidst applause.

Luo Xi was incredibly excited about the stage she was immersed in, her heart pounding. Her teammates were almost completely out of control as well. Gu Minxing and Liu Jibai's faces were flushed red, and they were panting heavily. Liu Mineng was still looking at the stage outside, watching the staff packing up the microphone stands. Ning Li was really crying, carefully blowing her nose and wiping away her tears.

On the other side of the stage, Lu Yun, Ye Zhixi, Zhang Shuaizhen, Ba Qindan, and Yin Wenhe took the stage and performed "NoTeNd".

Since all five members are rap trainees, this song was a piece of cake for them. With a light and rhythmic accompaniment, Lu Yun took the lead and his lyrics immediately brought the audience out of the mood of the previous ballad. Then Ye Zhixi, Zhang Shuaizhen, Ba Qindan, and Yin Wenhe took turns showcasing their unique singing styles and carefully prepared new lyrics, making the atmosphere of the whole place lively and exciting.

"NoTeNd" is a rap song with a chorus that you can sing along to. Thanks to the excellent arrangement, the chorus is very catchy, and they quickly got the audience singing along. In terms of interactivity, they are definitely a step ahead of Rosie and her group.

To better meet the competition's requirement that "each group's performance must include two of the three elements: singing, rapping, and dancing," they added a newly choreographed hip-hop style dance in the middle. In particular, Yoon Woon-hyuk started dancing feerstyle while dancing, which successfully drew applause and screams from the audience.

To be fair, their performance was indeed a very mature stage. While watching Luo Xi backstage, who was even more excited because of their performance, I couldn't help but feel a little worried.

"The singing judges will probably choose our group, and the rap judges will definitely choose their group... There's also a dance judge, but our group didn't perform any dance..."

[Don't worry, Rosie! According to 041's observation, your performance just now really moved everyone! We won't lose so easily!]

After Lu Yun's group finished their performance, Luo Xi and his team returned to the stage, and the two teams stood together waiting for the judges' evaluation.

"I'd definitely vote for Group 3. I don't need to say how wonderful their performance was; everyone heard it. I want to say, this is a truly heartfelt performance..." Huang Rou gave Luo Xi's group extremely high praise, "The song 'Wishing You Well' is not easy to sing. Not only did you manage to complete it to a superb standard in just one week, but you also perfectly conveyed the song's longing, blessings, and regrets..."

"You deserve this vote!"

After Huang Rou finished speaking, the audience spontaneously applauded, expressing their appreciation for Luo Xi and his team's performance.

Luo Xi and the others bowed deeply in gratitude.

“It’s…my turn again.” Linka took the microphone.

“You’re going to start agonizing over this again~” Luo Ililee joked.

“Yes, I’m starting to agonize again.” Lin Ka rubbed his temples, looking troubled. “Just like Teacher Huang Rou said, the third group’s performance was impeccable, but the second group’s performance was also perfect… Wow, did the two best performing groups clash?”

"Hmm, I'll vote for..."

"The third group, the third group..." [It must be the third group, it must be the third group...]

Both Rosie and 041 began to pray.

“I vote for the second group. The second group, the trainee in the black vest,” Lin Ka spread his palm and extended his hand to Yin Wenhe. Yin Wenhe also took the initiative to stand up and dramatically made a heart shape with his hands to interact with the judges.

Lin Ka smiled and gave a thumbs-up: "Your style impressed me! So I'm giving you my vote, keep it up!"

"Haha," Rong Tian laughed, standing between the two teams. "We're tied again now, so Professor Luo Ililee's vote is crucial!"

"Is it really not because you don't want to offend anyone that you're passing this difficult task to me?"

Luo Ililee questioned Linka, who couldn't help but laugh, but quickly said, "No, no."

"As a rap judge, which group can I choose..."

Luo Ililee stood up and said loudly,

"Sorry, I have to choose—'May You Be Well'! The third group!"

"Group 3, two votes! Congratulations to Group 3!"

“This is a victory for ‘May You Be Well’,” Luo Ililee said weakly as she sat down, as if she had used up all her strength to stand up.

The third group, who thought they were going to lose, were all stunned, and the audience erupted in heated discussion because of this reversal.

The second group of trainees grabbed the microphone and spoke boldly:

"I'm a little unconvinced, teacher. The songs you gave us were all of different difficulty levels. If I had just sung 'Wishing You Well,' I would have definitely won!"

"We're not convinced of our defeat, teacher! Let's see if the other contestant can defeat us with rap!"

"It seems the second group isn't entirely convinced about losing votes to the rap judges! Since that's the case..."

Professional host Rong Tian cleverly picked up the thread, "Why don't we have our rapper from 'Wishing You Well' have a battle with the best rapper from the second group to prove the rapper group's pride!"

The audience reacted even more enthusiastically to this statement, and Luo Ililee, not afraid of stirring things up, said, "I support you. You guys have to compete again, and I'll see how it goes and change my mind."

“Haha, it seems this competition is a must,” Rong Tian said, looking at Luo Xi. “The rapper for ‘May You Be Well’? What are your thoughts?”

Luo Xi took the microphone and said loudly, "Okay, it's time for us to have another battle."

“Then the second group…” Before Rong Tian could finish speaking, Lu Yun stepped forward, making a rubbing motion with his hands like a fly, and said, “It’s time, it’s time.”

"It feels like there's a personal grudge between the two of them."

“A little,” Rosie said briefly.

Lu Yun pointed at Luo Xi and said, "This friend of mine says that after he beats me, he will rule the earth. Let's see if he can do it!"

"Okay, okay." Rong Tian laughed again, "The stage is yours!"