The younger generation, starting from where the wind blows...

Chapter 153 The Ultimate Bombshell! "Little Apple"!
Lin Shaotao and his two companions returned to the audience seats from backstage, their faces still showing excitement.

Along the way, everyone, whether they knew them or not, greeted the three of them warmly.

Lin Shaotao is alright. He has always been a prominent figure in the college, and as the president of the student union, he has enjoyed this kind of treatment quite often in the past.

Zhou Yiming and Jia Kuan are different.

The two tasted the sweetness of "becoming famous" for the first time, and they were extremely excited.

Zhou Yiming and Jia Kuan were seated in the back row, while Lin Shaotao was seated in the front row. They separated halfway through the journey.

Lin Shaotao returned to his seat, where his girlfriend Jian Ai sat next to him.

One was the president of the student union, and the other was the deputy secretary of the college's Youth League Committee. They were hailed as a perfect couple, envied by countless others.

After sitting down, Lin Shaotao straightened his clothes, looked at the folk dance being performed on the stage, and said without turning his head:

"How was my performance with Yiming and Jia Kuan? Was it alright?"

Jane also gazed at the stage:
"You really want to hear my praise?"

"Of course, no gold or silver medal can compare to a girlfriend's praise!"

"You sang alright."

Lin Shaotao couldn't help but turn around and ask:
"It's just alright?"

Jane turned her head as well:
"Otherwise, you want me to praise you for being brave, right? In front of the school leaders, you turned failing a course and having to repeat it into a heroic act. Zhou Yiming must have written those lyrics, right?"

"how do you know?"

Lin Shaotao inadvertently let it slip.

Jane shrugged.

"That was just a guess, but now it's confirmed."

Among the three members of the band, Jia Kuan had the best grades and received scholarships every year. Failing a course and having to repeat it was completely foreign to him.

Although Lin Shaotao is not as good as Jia Kuan, his performance has always been in the middle to upper range.

Because there is an unwritten rule in the appointment of student cadres in the business school student union and the school's Youth League Committee that they cannot have failed courses or have a history of failing courses.

Similar requirements also apply to class committee members.

If student leaders can't even manage their studies, what right do they have to be leaders?

These are the original words of a former secretary of a business school.

Lin Shaotao was able to rise through the ranks of the student union to become its chairman, so it's impossible that he failed any courses.

Only Zhou Yiming is cynical and has a huge gaming addiction.

He often skipped classes to go to internet cafes.

During my freshman year, I relied on my intelligence and the solid foundation I had built in high school. Even if I didn't study regularly, I could cram for exams before the finals and have top students like Jia Kuan to help me with tutoring. I passed all the exams without any major problems.

Instead of learning from his mistakes in his sophomore year, he became even more reckless, thinking he could cram for the final exams like he did in his freshman year.

As a result, last semester he encountered a teacher who was extremely strict about attendance. Zhou Yiming was caught skipping class multiple times and failed the final exam before it even started.

Even though my score on the makeup exam was already above the passing mark, the teacher still marked me as failing.

Zhou Yiming thus "gloriously" joined the army of those rebuilding.

The repair costs are a minor issue; the main problem is the embarrassment.

This was a huge blow to Zhou Yiming, who was very concerned about his image.

He should have reflected on his own actions, but Zhou Yiming felt that the teacher was deliberately trying to mess with him.

You can hear Zhou Yiming's dissatisfaction and resentment in the lyrics of the song "The Lone Warrior" (a version of the song about failing exams).

Singing it out in front of the principal and secretary now is a real moment of pride.

This song will surely reach the ears of the teacher who failed Zhou Yiming's exam, which can be considered as Zhou Yiming's "declaration of war" against the other party.

From Lin Shaotao's perspective, it felt good to vent his brother's anger.

From Jane's perspective, the Three's act of revenge was really childish.

Lin Shaotao was in high spirits, and Jian Ai didn't try to dampen his enthusiasm.

He simply gave Lin Shaotao a lukewarm reminder not to get carried away.

Lin Shaotao was inwardly unconvinced, but he still went along with Jian Ai's words and said, "How could I dare to be complacent? Didn't you see that after the rehearsal, I took the initiative to adjust the program to be the first performance, just to avoid the sharp edge of Old Boys and Barbarian Band?"

"The Barbarians' song 'Want to Go to the Beach' is really good," Jane commented.

Lin Shaotao suddenly felt a little jealous.

The Three People Band sang so well, but Jane only got a "okay" rating.

The Barbarians were just casually singing during rehearsals, yet Jane Ai gave them such high praise.

Although Lin Shaotao knew that he was indeed inferior to others in skill.

Whether it's singing or songwriting.

But he's Jane's boyfriend. Doesn't Jane know how to comfort him?
"I think the Barbarians are a bit too arrogant. If it were me, I would either not participate in the rehearsal like the Old Boys, or just sing a different song during the rehearsal to leave everyone with enough anticipation. That way, the actual performance will have a wonderful effect."

Sensing the emotion in Lin Shaotao's words, Jian Ai didn't know what to say.

Only those who lack strength resort to unconventional methods to win.

If you're strong enough, just crush them fair and square.

Judging from the audience's reaction during the Barbarians' rehearsal, there was really no need for them to hide their cards like the Trio did, only revealing their hand during the actual performance.

As long as we perform at the same level as during rehearsals, there's absolutely no problem with it being the grand finale.

The key point is that Lin Shaotao and his two companions went on stage to show off, while the Barbarian Band did not.

Each freshman class was required to put on a performance for the welcome party, and the Barbarian Band used a spot from the Industrial Management freshman class for their performance.

The fact that other people's programs, which they just use to get by, are better than the programs you've carefully prepared is probably what Lin Shaotao finds most unacceptable.

Jane ultimately gave Lin Shaotao face and didn't expose him directly.

Just then, the performance on stage ended.

Lin Shaotao was busy talking to Jian Ai and didn't pay much attention to what was being performed on stage.

Even so, he still politely joined in the applause with those around him.

The three hosts walked onto the stage.

Yang Zixi's long hair was slightly curled and draped over her shoulders. She wore a silver sequined halter dress with a fitted cut that accentuated her perfect curves, while the slit design showcased her long legs to the fullest.

Zhu Suosuo wore an elegant red off-the-shoulder dress, with her hair styled in a slicked-back updo. She exuded a powerful aura, radiating brilliance and grace, and moved on stage like a flowing flame.

In contrast, Xu Yao, standing in the middle, was dressed in a handsome and well-fitting suit, but he still became a mere foil to the two women beside him.

I didn't feel this way during rehearsals, but now Xu Yao regrets becoming the host.

The outfits and styling for Xu Hongdou, Yang Zixi, Zhu Suosuo, and Xia Qing tonight were all designed by a professional.

No matter which two people she stands between, the audience's attention will only be drawn to the two women beside her.

Very little attention was paid to Xu Yao.

Originally, I wanted to make my presence known to the school leaders, but it turned out to be a waste of time and effort.

It's no wonder Xu Yao's mentality collapsed.

I should have performed a show like the Three Musketeers; at least I could have left a lasting impression on the school leaders.

Even if it's not a good impression, it's still better than being ignored like this.

As the three hosts began their introductions, Lin Shaotao, sitting in the audience, turned to Jian Ai and remarked with emotion:

"Our four beauties are going to be completely famous after tonight. Did they hire professionals for their makeup and styling tonight?"

"I heard that they found a friend surnamed Du. She looks young, but she's really good at makeup. She even helped them choose their dresses."

Jane replied softly.

friend?

Although Lin Shaotao had never met the makeup artist surnamed Du backstage, his intuition told him that things were definitely not that simple.

Perhaps the makeup and styling of the four female hosts raised the audience's expectations, because the following programs received a lukewarm response.

It wasn't until Xia Qing's solo ethnic dance performance on behalf of the Tourism Management freshmen class that another small climax was created.

Even so, the overall atmosphere of the gala clearly showed a trend of starting strong but ending weakly.

Normally, the principal and party secretary should have left the room by now.

But today the school leaders were exceptionally patient, and not a single seat in the front row was empty.

Soon, Ji Donglai, the Party Secretary of the Business School, sent someone to the backstage to deliver a message.

Try to minimize the preparation time between the announcements and each program, and finish the remaining programs as quickly as possible.

With this order, the pace of the gala noticeably quickened.

Instead of the six hosts appearing on stage in groups of three, they now take turns appearing on stage, with each host announcing the program individually.

They didn't even need to bring cue cards; they just came up and announced which class was going to perform next and what their performance would be.

During this phase, male hosts Xu Yao and Du Ping were absent, while the four female hosts took turns announcing the program.

The audience's enthusiasm was sustained until the very end, thanks to the attractive female host.

After a street dance performance, Xu Yao and Du Ping, two male hosts who had not appeared in public for a long time, came on stage together.

Du Ping picked up the microphone and turned to look at Xu Yao.

Instead of reading from the cue cards, he started with an impromptu recitation.

"Xu Yao, have you noticed that the audience tonight is very well-behaved? Unlike when I used to compete in debates, I was often booed and even almost beaten up when I was away from home."

Xu Yao reacted quickly, immediately picking up the microphone and replying:
"Isn't today our home turf?"

Du Ping immediately corrected:

"Today is indeed our business school's home turf, but it's not ours alone. If you don't believe me, ask the audience: do you want to see a pretty girl doing the announcements, or do you want to see us doing them?"

As soon as he finished speaking, a boy in the audience shouted.

"We want to see beautiful women!"

Du Ping then picked up the microphone and told the boy who had shouted:

"Don't worry, there will definitely be plenty of beautiful women!"

No sooner had he finished speaking than Xu Yao called out to him.

"Du Ping, are you mistaken? Our next performance is a new song, 'Little Apple,' performed by the 08 Industrial Management class group, the 'Old Boys'!"

Before he could finish speaking, applause and cheers erupted from the audience.

Du Ping raised his hand and pressed it down.

"Everyone, don't rush. Xu Yao was only half right. Our next program not only features the Old Boys that everyone has been looking forward to all night, but also a girl group made up entirely of female students from the Class of 08 at Yanjing University of Economics and Business. These are the senior students who ride the waves and make waves. They will join the Old Boys to bring us the song 'Little Apple.' Let's give them a round of applause!"

After a half-second of stunned silence, the audience erupted in thunderous applause that nearly lifted the ceiling off the auditorium.

Zhou Yiming and Jia Kuan, sitting in the audience, were both dumbfounded.

The enthusiastic response from the audience during the opening performance made the two think they could celebrate with champagne halfway through.

But the excited audience around them made them realize that the popularity of the trio and the old boys was still several plastic brothers.

The Old Boys' new song had already whetted everyone's appetite, and now they've taken a different approach by inviting a girl group to join them.

This is a royal flush followed by four twos right from the start, no wonder it was scheduled as the second to last act.

As hosts Du Ping and Xu Yao left the stage, the stage curtain was immediately drawn.

The preparation time of a little over a minute felt like an eternity.

As the stage lights came on, the curtain was drawn back.

Wearing gold blazers, black hot pants, and black high heels, the nine "Sisters Who Make Waves" appeared on stage in a "1235" triangle formation.

"1" refers to Yang Zixi.

"2" refers to Zheng Wei and Xie Meilan.

"3" refers to Xu Hongdou, Zhu Suosuo, and Xia Qing.

"5" refers to Chen Nanxing, Ruan Wan, Guan Wen, and Cheng Feng and Wu Di, who have infiltrated the group of three women.

The two wore bell-bottoms popular in the 1990s, paired with plaid shirts. Their retro style made them incredibly eye-catching even among the nine members of the "Sisters Who Make Waves" group.

Before the music even started, cheers and screams from the audience had already filled the entire venue.

Whistles erupted one after another, instantly igniting the atmosphere.

As the upbeat music began...

The synchronized dance moves of the "Sisters Who Make Waves" and "Old Boys," along with their nine pairs of dazzlingly long legs and the spectacular light show, gave the impression of watching a performance by a Korean girl group.

The opening act alone left the audience speechless and excited.

After a prelude dance lasting more than twenty seconds, Yang Zixi, Zheng Wei, and Xie Meilan, who were standing at the front, simultaneously picked up the microphones.

"I fell in love with you at first sight, and I couldn't help but fall for you. Is this what love is like?"

After the song, the three of them naturally stepped back with the dance steps, and Xu Hongdou, Zhu Suosuo, and Xia Qing took their place on the front.

"As I walked toward you, I suddenly wanted to tell you that my heart was pounding."

As the three retreated, Cheng Feng and Wu Di led Chen Nanxing, Ruan Wan, and Guan Wen forward in large strides.

"You are my little apple, I can never love you enough."

"Her rosy cheeks warm my heart."

"Light the fire of my life, fire, fire, fire, fire, fire!"

Finally, everyone joined in a grand chorus:

"You are my little apple, just like the most beautiful cloud in the sky."

Spring has come again, and flowers are blooming all over the hillside.

"Sow hope and you will reap."

The lyrics are so corny that it makes you wonder if this song was really written by the same author as "The Lone Warrior".

But with the catchy melody and the captivating girl group dance on stage, it's impossible not to feel an urge to join in the fun.

With Cheng Feng and Wu Di waving enthusiastically, the audience members stood up from their seats and swayed their arms along with the melody of the song.

Even people of Liu Guiqin's and Xu Jianguo's age joined in, their movements more exaggerated than those of the people around them.

Xu Hongmi, who was standing to the side, covered her face with her hands, unable to bear watching.

Another powerful addition to the future square dance playlist!
(End of this chapter)