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What's going on here?

Chapter 123 If we're going to do something, we're going to do something big!

...What's going on here now?

Masked Cat rested her long legs on Luo Wei's lap, her mouth agape in a relaxed manner, looking like a pampered young lady who had everything done for her. Luo Wei then scooped up a spoonful of cake and fed it to her.

At that moment, they saw the big cat squint its eyes, with a very enjoyable expression on its face. Lillie and Manchu were both amused and exasperated by this situation.

"Haha, it's just that I promised Masked Cat the payment for the script I'll be acting in next. There's no other way; after all, Masked Cat has to sacrifice a little for the script, so this is a necessary reward~"

Upon hearing this, Lillie and Manchu became even more curious. What kind of role had Loewe offered that would prompt Masked Cat to propose such an exchange?

"Let's keep that a secret for now. While I can't be sure of the outcome, I guarantee the stage effects will be absolutely unique. It'll either be a fantastic show or a complete disaster!"

"...Um, is it that extreme?"

Lillie was also shocked by Rowe's words. It's either a great opportunity or a complete disaster. You don't even consider the middle ground.

In a normal points-based competition, shouldn't the goal be to at least secure a mid-tier position and guarantee qualification, rather than aiming for the best? Why is Luo Wei doing the complete opposite of the norm?

This just goes to show that truly capable people think in a completely different way than ordinary people...

All I can say is that Luo Wei participated in the Grand Contest with the goal of creating something spectacular. If he couldn't create something spectacular, simply advancing in an ordinary way would be too boring.

The script is almost ready, and all that's left is to prepare a performance outfit for the competition in three days. However, before that, Luo Wei still needs to prepare a performance outfit.

Luo Wei had taken a quick look at the performance costumes provided at the venue, and as the staff member had said, the costumes were just some very basic styles. While basic styles weren't bad, they just didn't feel quite right.

However, at this point, there are only three days left to come up with a solution, and it's too late. It's clear that our preparations were inadequate.

Luo Wei also did not expect that this problem would be solved in a way that he could not have foreseen at all.

After Luo Wei filled out the application, the next step was to arrange the competition schedule, the most crucial part of which was the review and judges.

In addition to the regular judges and judges for the Grand Contest, one or two special judges are usually also appointed...

Generally, those who can take on this position are definitely top 100 players in the Grand Contest points race, and in most cases, they are at least in the top 30.

However, since Luo Wei was participating in the Super Competition, which is only one level higher than the Entry Competition, it is theoretically permissible to have no more than eighty people serve as judges.

Before the competition begins, the competition organizers will routinely send invitations to all eligible participants, and then confirm the specific candidates after multiple rounds of verification.

"Hmm~"

Having just finished a tour performance, Rukia was sprawled out on the sofa in the preparation room, humming a light tune and leisurely browsing the web.

If fans saw this lazy demeanor, it might be devastating to his image. Of course, it could also boost his popularity; some things are truly unpredictable...

In short, just as she was leisurely passing the time, a notification message suddenly popped up.

She glanced at it briefly; it was an invitation to be a special judge. Normally, Rukia would receive such messages every few days, after all, she was an active Grand Contest idol and a Master-level Ribbon Holder.

It's only natural that she would receive the invitation, but in most cases, no one would think she would accept it, since her schedule is packed with various performances, leaving her with very little time.

She had originally planned to decline with an official reply, but when she clicked on the link, she immediately spotted a familiar name in the list of contestants.

So, she jumped up from the sofa in a flash, and her agent, seeing this, sighed helplessly, rubbing her forehead.

"...Rukia, your figure class teacher is crying! Do you know how much your figure class costs per hour?"

"Haha, I don't know, I've never thought about that!"

The overly confident answer only made the agent more helpless...

"...That's right, whatever the cost, we'll arrange it for you. So, Your Highness, what brilliant but terrible idea do you have this time?"

"Hmm, I have a feeling that my image in your heart is subtly getting worse and worse?"

"It's so wonderful that you have such self-awareness..."

The flat, monotone retort earned a slight sticking out of the tongue from the girl. "Ahem, anyway, I don't think I have any schedules for the next three days, right?"

"...Not at the moment."

The manager glanced at the electronic schedule on the Navigator app and found that there were no special events scheduled for three days from now. After all, idols need personal time too; they can't spend all their time performing.

"...Okay, I'm going to Green Shade Town to participate in the special judging of the Super Tournament there~"

"Why? Why not just let the company arrange this? Why use your personal rest time to do this?"

The manager expressed her doubts. Just as she said, participating as a special judge is also a way to increase exposure, so the company naturally arranges some competitions for Ryukia to participate in regularly.

Therefore, she had absolutely no need to use her personal time to do something that was clearly work-related.

To give an inappropriate example, have you ever seen anyone voluntarily work overtime on their day off?

"Well, there's a contestant who's really interesting, and I want to see his performance."

"...Super Series?"

The manager's doubts were understandable. Ryukia was a master-level ribbon holder and was currently ranked in the top five in the world. Most of the participants in the Super Series were beginners. With her points estimated to be at least 100,000, why would she be interested?

However, the agent quickly realized what was going on...

"...Is it Lord Rowe?"

"Yes, that's right. If we get the chance this time, we absolutely must get his number!"

Seeing Rukia's confident demeanor, the manager had a strong sense of foreboding and could only sigh helplessly.

"Personal feelings are indeed something we shouldn't interfere with, but let me remind you, Rukia... an idol's love life is not something you can just deal with casually..."

Chapter 124 Idol Romance Regulations~

Actually, opinions on idols dating are subjective, and there aren't many die-hard fans in this world who would die for their idols' relationships.

However, the problem is that more than ten years ago, a senior figure delivered a heavy blow to the entire industry with his actions.

In short, he is a genius who flashed by like a shooting star. Within a year of his debut, he was closing in on the master ribbon at an unparalleled speed, and every performance he gave had an incredible stage effect.

In the words of those who have seen it... it's a perfect presentation that can only be truly appreciated by watching it live; any broadcast or recording will diminish the effect.

Just when everyone was wondering what kind of performance such a genius would put in to advance to the final Masters Tournament, she directly announced her withdrawal from the competition before the match and simply went to retire and get married.

That final performance, which no one knows about to this day, has become a source of regret for countless people...

Of course, what one wants to do is a matter of personal freedom, and theoretically, others really have no right to say anything...

This incident likely left many people with regrets, which is why many people now have a psychological aversion to idols dating, fearing that another genius might suddenly decide to retire at the peak of their career. Therefore, a seemingly inhumane clause was specifically added to the contract.

If an idol wants to date, they must first report to their management company. If they want to announce their marriage and run away, they must first get the management company's consent and arrange a sufficiently significant farewell performance.

These rules were all created by that senior. Originally, idols here didn't have so many messy rules and restrictions on dating.

"Haha, don't worry~" Rukia waved her hand calmly, "I'm just curious about what kind of performance Luo Wei will prepare, I don't have any other thoughts or ideas~"

"Really?"

"...Yes, absolutely true!"

Although it wasn't a completely reassuring explanation, since things had come to this point, it wasn't really appropriate to say anything more. The manager sighed.

"I understand. I'll make the arrangements..."

"Thank you so much!"

Without hesitation, he rushed over and gave her a big, generous bear hug. However, this was probably the highest level of "special service," but it only earned him a big eye roll from the agent.

"It's so hot! Don't come any closer... What temperature do you think it is right now?!"

"Yes~yes~"

"'Yes' only needs to be said once, and you haven't let go at all, so why are you hugging me tighter? Hey...stop it!!!"

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In short, Luo Wei was completely unaware of Rukia's sudden whim. He had prepared the script carefully and rehearsed it several times with Masked Meow and Eevee.

To ensure the best stage effect, they even carried Lillie and Manch on their backs. Although the two of them were also very curious about what kind of performance Luo Wei had prepared, since Luo Wei said that it would be most effective to see it live, they naturally suppressed their curiosity.

"So, the official competition is this afternoon. How are your preparations going, Luo Wei?"

Lillie asked curiously about the progress, and Rowe thought for two seconds before giving a reply that was both funny and exasperating.

"It could be a fantastic opportunity, or it could be a complete disaster!"

"Isn't this exactly the same as three days ago? What's the point of these three days of rehearsals?!"

After hearing this, Luo Wei smiled and gave a thumbs up.

"You'll know when the time comes~"

"..."

Oh no! Suddenly, Lillie felt that the poise she had cultivated for so many years was in danger of crumbling in front of this man, and she couldn't help but feel a strong urge to complain.

Fortunately, the last shred of dignity she had as a young lady allowed her to forcefully suppress her complaint. After a moment of silence, she sighed.

"I understand, I understand, I'll look forward to it. But if I don't perform well in the end, I'll be very angry, I'm not kidding, I'll really be angry!"

"...Oh, that's actually quite convincing!"

When Lillie lowered her eyes and said she would be very angry, well, when the other person is cute to a certain extent, even being angry just makes you feel adorable.

Full charge is fine; he's basically a die-hard fan of Luo Wei. Since Luo Wei said it would be a good job, then it must be a good job.

As for the possibility of messing up in the second half, he simply ignored it on the spot.

Anyway, I arrived at the venue, but as soon as I got there, I realized that the atmosphere seemed a bit off.

"Hey, why is it suddenly so lively?"

Greenshade Town is a rather laid-back town. Even at the Grand Contest venue, unless there are events of advanced level or higher, there are usually not many people.

Today's match is just an entry-level tournament to advance to the Super Series. Theoretically, not many people will come to watch it live. If they are really interested, most people will choose to watch it online.