Chapter 24
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Chapter 24: Idol Training Method of the New Century
The performance brought by Chen Yining was a classic and widely recognized dance.The melody of the song was fast-paced and passionate. The four trainees’ movements were synchronized, their dance steps and position changes were smooth and natural, their facial expressions seamless, and they provided an impressive and immersive experience.
As the main character of the show, Chen Yining did not disappoint as the center of attention.
The girl’s face was radiant and lovely, her eyes confident, her smile self-assured. Her breathing remained steady while singing, and her voice transitioned perfectly from round to clear, showcasing her exceptional resonance.
The most striking aspect was the queen-like aura she exuded, which elevated the stage atmosphere.
Even though her dancing skills were average, her performance was eye-catching and excellent thanks to her charisma and the positioning by Main Center.Moreover, with the momentum of group dancing, she successfully overshadowed the impact brought by Kirimi Miyuki, making this stage become a source of pressure for the next group of trainees.
Chen Yining’s debut on stage could be considered a resounding success.The final evaluation, after deliberation with the mentors, earned her a Grade A rating.
However, due to the stage design and Chen Yining’s slight superiority in personal strength, her three teammates appeared less prominent, resulting in a magical mix of ABCD in the group evaluation.
The trainee evaluations continued. Judging by the remaining participants, it will likely continue recording until evening.
Time passed slowly, with trainees entering and exiting the stage one by one.
Two hours quickly passed, and most anticipated participants had their turn. Among the top contenders, Ji Shuzhu—despite receiving praise as a “dance machine”—was unequivocally rated Grade A.Mostly due to the elimination mechanism, contestants who dared to enter the stage had some potential. Even under the pressure of live broadcast, the quality of the evaluation stage far exceeded that of ordinary talent shows.
The livestream chat remained super popular, attracting millions of viewers.
As twilight fell, the renowned Great Devil Xie Qingxuan took the stage, performing a high-difficulty girl group dance titled “Naughty.” Her performance elevated the quality of the first round of auditions and earned her the Grade A crown.
Chu Yuanqing’s eyelids drooped, her curly lashes fluttering, adding a hint of charming fatigue to her exquisitely crafted face. Though still live on air, she quickly composed herself, politely turning her gaze toward the stage.
And yet…Hmm, she felt even sleepier.
It must be said, to be classified as a Grade A contestant on ‘Dazzling Stage’, one had to be a top-tier trainee capable of dominating any ordinary talent show.The stages they brought, whether in terms of visual appeal or atmosphere, were in a league of their own compared to the rest.
This directly raised the audience’s expectations to such a high level that even Grade B contestants found it challenging to create excitement.
Especially Xie Qingxuan—if idol abilities were divided into singing, dancing, stage presence, personal charm, and other factors, her overall performance metrics undoubtedly placed her at the very top among all contestants.
After the Great Devil’s explosive performance, the following contestants faced immense pressure. Just managing a normal performance was considered an achievement, and their results were predictable. Chu Yuanqing, as a beginner, found it boring. In the eyes of professional mentors, it was even more unbearable to watch.
Chen Baijiu’s sharp critiques became even harsher, bringing nearly five contestants to tears. Grade D and Grade F ratings were handed out like product labels, sticking indiscriminately to one contestant after another—until finally, a Grade B emerged near the end of the evaluations.Chu Yuanqing didn’t concern herself with the grades. Like a weary worker, she sensed the day winding down. Her spirits lifted immediately, and she straightened up, eagerly hoping for the program to end the broadcast.
The audience in the livestream chat seemed to have guessed this, and the comments flooded in:
[No shutdown! No shutdown!][Sigh, strongly request to disclose every detail!][Oh no, Dream Weaver Rabbit from Kyoto has already hinted at ending the broadcast; it looks like we’ll be next.][There’s no way. What we’re watching now is something that not even a paid early access on iQIYI could see. ‘Dazzling Stage’ will definitely stop shortly, keeping some content exclusive to the show, or else what will happen to the viewership.][Actually, there’s nothing much to see behind. It’s evening now—trainees will just get assigned dorms, eat dinner, and maybe train a bit.]The audience’s excitement continued, but the live broadcast suddenly went black.
These unsatisfied individuals quickly scattered to various social platforms, video websites, fueling public opinion and causing ‘Dazzling Stage’ to explosively sweep across all areas.
Chu Yuanqing reaped the benefits of being among the first to perform. Her previously barren Weibo account saw followers surge from a few to tens of thousands during the broadcast.
It’s not hard to imagine that with further fermentation, this number will double.
The outstanding Grade A contestants, whose performances were ripe for editing and sharing, would garner just as much, if not more, attention than Chu Yuanqing.However, trainees in their closed environment are oblivious to all this.
Dream Weaver Rabbit picked up the microphone and smiled, saying:
“The initial evaluation has concluded.””Your dormitories remain the same as originally assigned and will not change based on ratings.”
“Of course, higher ratings come with more privileges and benefits—that’s a given.”With that, it changed the subject and continued:
“I’m sure you’ve all noticed that the underground base you’re in now is different from renting a filming studio for a normal talent show.”
“This is a state-of-the-art training facility designed to produce world-class idols. Supported by cutting-edge global technology, many of the devices here are sponsored by leading research groups.””’Dazzling Stage’ will handle the promotion, and products featured in the show will gradually be introduced to the global market after the show airs.”
“These include, but are not limited to, the virtual reality system in the practice rooms, energy-boosting nutrients, and massage pods that will be used by national athletes in the future…”The trainees, shocked, began buzzing with excitement.
Dream Weaver Rabbit exuded an extravagant, magical vibe with its announcements.Is this really idol cultivation?
This high-tech approach seemed almost too futuristic.
Even beyond the entertainment industry, such advanced methods were unprecedented in the Donghong Federation—or anywhere else in the world. There’s no example of using this kind of equipment to train idols.
Dream Weaver Rabbit hovered midair, explaining the equipment’s functions and the base’s rules. Its gaze shifted downward and landed on a particular corner.Hmm, it happened to catch Chu Yuanqing’s indifferent expression.
