CH 73

Chapter 73: An Unknown Male Fan

Qiao Dai's opening performance quickly became a sensation. Those who couldn't attend the event regretted missing out and could only rush to the official social media account of Beidao’s to catch a glimpse of the behind-the-scenes footage of Qiao Dai's performance in the Deep Blue Star Sea. To their astonishment, they discovered that all those dreamlike scenes were personally created by Qiao Dai.

During the recording, Qiao Dai spent dozens of hours practicing her movements on the water's surface to ensure a graceful and agile performance. The mesmerizing mermaid act that impressed countless viewers was entirely filmed underwater by Qiao Dai. This short opening show took Qiao Dai a whole week of meticulous preparation.

"Ah, Qiao Dai is so amazing!"

"The production team and Beidao really went all out."

The venue erupted with another round of excited cheers. After several rounds of performances, it was now Qiao Dai's turn to take the stage.

"Qiao Dai, go for it!"

"Qiao Dai, you're the best!"

Fans shouted Qiao Dai's name with excitement. Even though tonight's performance was not yet over, the enthusiasm of fans at the venue and online already indicated the final answer. When Qiao Dai stepped onto the stage, the screams from the audience almost lifted the roof of the venue. The swaying blue glow sticks resembled a vast blue ocean.

Qiao Dai's teammates this time were Luán Zhēn, Shí Qíng, Sòng Yǐqí, Lù Yíng, Lín Xiāoxiāo, and Jiāng Ruòwěi. Except for Jiāng Ruòwěi, who had slightly weaker abilities, the rest were all popular candidates. When the audience saw the seven of them appearing on stage, both the live audience and those watching online were taken by surprise.

"This lineup is too strong!"

"Are they planning to debut as a full team directly?"

"I thought I was watching Eleven Girls' debut concert. Haha!"

The audience never expected that several popular contestants from the show would perform together on the night of their formation. But the emotions of the audience were also uncontrollably stirred, as they watched these girls on stage, feeling an indescribable surge of emotions. In that moment, they experienced something called "group spirit."

For Qiao Dai and these girls, it can truly be said that the fans love every member of Eleven Girls! They have witnessed too many incredible and heartwarming friendships among these girls.

【Debut on the spot! Debut on the spot!】

【All the girls are amazing. We love everyone in this team!】

【Qiao Dai truly has incredible power. She can connect so many contestants together.】

Sitting in the audience, Chéng Sù straightened up and looked up at the stage.

Today, Qiao Dai and the girls were dressed in neatly tailored suits, but underneath the suit jackets were brightly colored crop tops, revealing the girls' slender waists. This design, combining a touch of youthfulness and playfulness with formality, perfectly blended strength and charm, making them handsome yet sweet.

The cylindrical stage lights gently shone on the stage, like an invisible hand pulling the attention of all the audience members together at the same time.

Luán Zhēn, standing in front of the stage, softly spoke. Her slightly hoarse voice reached the ears of every audience member through the microphone: "Whose soul is placed in whose body."

As a slightly sorrowful melody began to play, the hearts of the audience also trembled.

Even Sòng Yǐqíng, who was usually flamboyant and glamorous, seemed more restrained on stage today. She didn't wear the vibrant makeup she usually wore, nor did she have her sharp eyebrows. Her facial expressions appeared softer, and her voice sounded shallow and delicate as she sang, "Whose body is turned into a prison, imprisoning oneself."

Upon hearing this, some audience members couldn't help but hold their breath.

On the slightly dim stage, the only girl wearing a colorful suit jacket took steady steps forward, moving slowly. When she stood on the stage, the cylindrical lights followed her like a ray of sunshine, illuminating the stage.

"In chaotic times, whispers are always abundant. Which kind of beauty will invite jealousy?"

Qiao Dai's soft and gentle voice softly echoed, instantly eliciting a small cheer from the audience. She continued singing, "You are not guilty; the world is guilty."

The gentle and melodious voice filled the large venue, whispering comforting words in people's ears, warming their hearts like a ray of sunlight piercing through the darkness and pouring down onto the world.

【This song sounds so sad.】

【Sob... I'm starting to feel like crying.】

【Oh my, I never expected the girls to choose this song.】

The song chosen by Qiao Dai and the girls was not the upbeat, girl group-style song that the audience had imagined. On the contrary, this song carried a faint sense of sadness, like a song that resonates with the soul, allowing the listeners to feel a cleansing of the spirit.

The reason they chose to perform this song on the stage is because it tells a story of bondage and freedom. In this world, too many people suffer from discrimination and bullying due to stereotypes. Every ordinary person deserves respect from others.

"You are innocent; you don't need to apologize."

"Which rose doesn't have thorns?" The girls consoled the wounded with their gentle voices, singing, "Beautiful revenge is a retaliation, and blooming beauty is a counterattack."

The trembling ending note made the listeners' hearts ache, and the increasingly urgent rhythm made them feel as if the air in the venue had become thinner. Their hearts began to beat vigorously in sync with the girls' beats.

"Don't let anyone change you—"

Along with Qiao Dai's singing, as the last syllable fell, the staff under the stage instantly started operating the wind machine, causing numerous colorful petals to flutter and dance throughout the venue, eliciting screams from the crowd.

"Whether you are you or someone else, there will be someone who loves you wholeheartedly."

The atmosphere in the venue suddenly escalated. The girls, who were originally wearing formal suits, vigorously took off their jackets one by one and tossed them stylishly towards the stage, as if they were breaking free from the shackles imposed by society, revealing various fascinating outfits hidden beneath their jackets.

【Ah, the girls are killing it!】

【We love you with all our hearts! We love all of you!】

The girls who took off their jackets walked quickly towards the audience seats, interacting with the front-row audience members. The atmosphere in the venue instantly reached an unprecedented height amidst screams after screams.

Amongst the continuous screams, Qiao Dai, dressed in a suit and wearing a top hat, looked like a handsome and charming gentleman. She took elegant and steady steps, holding a beautiful rose in her hand, and gracefully walked towards the audience seats.

"Dāi Dāi!"

"Ah ah ah ah, Dāi Dāi!"

The audience at the scene was so excited that they were almost fainting. As they watched Qiao Dai passing by them, their minds went blank. Qiao Dai, with a slightly androgynous appearance, looked like a gentleman who had walked out of a musical. "He" held a beautiful rose, searching for the girl of his dreams in the crowd, wanting to give this gorgeous flower to her.

Qiao Dai approached a male spectator and paused, as if contemplating whether he was the person she was looking for. The male spectator looked at her with a slight daze, and then Qiao Dai raised his hand.

The audience instinctively reached out their hands, but Qiao Dai playfully shook her head, as if saying, "You are not the one I'm looking for," and then moved on to the next spectator.

The spectators who weren't chosen didn't feel angry. They were like guests whose souls had been enchanted, and all their gazes were now chasing after the person holding the rose. Just a brief pause in front of them was enough to satisfy their hearts.

"Isn't it captivating? Dai Dai, this is truly mesmerizing!"

"Ah, Dai Bao, look! I want the rose in your hands!"

Accompanied by the rhythmic music, Qiao Dai gracefully roamed among the audience. At this moment, “he” truly became the man who would present a rose to his beloved. He was eager, hopeful, and desperately wanted to catch a glimpse of that captivating figure among the crowd, the one who would make him forget everything and abandon all reason. Then, he would hold the rose in his hands and devoutly present it to that person.

Wherever Qiao Dai went, a wave of screams and cheers would follow. Sitting in the audience, Cheng Su subconsciously raised an eyebrow, feeling as if the explosion of those screams was right next to his ear.

"Dai Dai, look!"

"Dai Dai!"

Qiao Dai's figure appeared in front of Cheng Su, and when their eyes met, his heart skipped a beat.

He saw the girl holding the rose, gracefully moving through the crowd. In that instant, the scene seemed to transform into a medieval banquet. All the seated spectators were invited guests, and Qiao Dai was the host of the ball, searching among the guests for the object of his affection. Each person fervently hoped to catch her attention and eagerly anticipated being chosen.

At this moment, Cheng Su felt like he, too, had become one of those esteemed guests. He lifted his head, gazing eagerly at the girl on the dance floor, yearning for the host to proudly step towards him and ask, "May I have this dance with you, as I present you this flower?"

If it were truly so, his answer would undoubtedly be, "It would be my honor."

Cheng Su's breath became rapid, as if his lungs had been torn apart at some point. The air in his chest felt thinner, and his heart kept pounding until the light following Qiao Dai stopped in front of him. The woman in the suit also halted before him.

Qiao Dai smiled gently at Cheng Su and handed him the rose.

Cheng Su's gaze froze for a moment, but his arm instinctively lifted, taking the rose from Qiao Dai's hand.

The live scene and barrage instantly exploded.

"Dai Dai is so flirtatious!"

"I'm so jealous of this male fan!"

"Anyone up for a team to go to the male fan's house and steal the rose?"

"Team up to steal the flower +1"

Noticing the barrage from the audience in the live chat, the director, being mischievous, purposely adjusted the camera to focus on Cheng Su. They wanted to capture the excited and thrilled expression of a fan receiving the rose from Qiao Dai.

Seemingly aware of the director's intention, Cheng Su snorted lightly, without hesitation, and discreetly concealed the rose under his coat, completely hiding it. Then, he casually sat back in his chair, presenting the audience with a cold figure.

Everyone: ?

"Damn! Which section is this male fan in? I want to go and beat him up!"

"Can't we even get a glimpse? This is so stingy!"

"I also want to see Dai Dai's rose. So infuriating!"

Regardless of how others envied, felt jealous, or hated, Cheng Su simply sat in his chair with a carefree attitude, casually raising an eyebrow.

This is mine.

I won't show it to anyone.

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