Why did the system take my request to take photos with a cosplayer seriously?

"A fairy."

"Wow……"

After the polite introductions, the lights dimmed again, and the people on stage hurriedly left.

A few seconds later, the spotlight came on, and Hua Qing stood alone in the center of the stage.

A moon-white long dress, covered with a layer of light blue gauze.

Her long hair was half-tied up and secured with a wooden hairpin, while the rest cascaded over her shoulders.

A thin palace sash was tied around her waist, with a few strands of tassels hanging down.

The music started playing; it was the soundtrack from "Asking the Sword Across the Heavens and Earth".

The sword tip sliced ​​through the air, leaving a trail of cold light.

Her clothes fluttered, her skirt twirled, and she resembled a white crane gracefully dancing. Her movements were clean and crisp, every turn and leap perfectly timed.

Her aloof and ethereal aura was amplified on stage, making her appear like a celestial being descended to earth.

When the song ended, thunderous applause erupted.

After changing into loose-fitting trousers, everyone returned to the stage to prepare for the next interactive segment.

The host stepped forward and invited Hua Qing to the center of the stage: "Come on, let our beautiful fairy say hello to everyone first."

Hua Qing took the microphone and introduced herself generously: "Hello everyone, I am Hua Qing, a senior student at the School of Music and Dance of Hunan Normal University."

The host then spoke.

Do you know how amazing Hua Qing is?

He turned to the audience and began to recite his resume: "Hua Qing is currently the youngest gold medalist in the Lotus Flower Awards in our country. She was only a sophomore in college when she won the award!"

A photo was displayed on the large screen.

Hua Qing stood on the podium, holding the trophy in her hands.

The audience gasped and applauded.

The host continued, "I heard that your family is also very impressive, Hua Qing. Your father is an inheritor of Hunan embroidery, an intangible cultural heritage, right?"

"Correct."

Hua Qing nodded and began to introduce her clothes according to the script.

"The embroidery on this Hanfu I'm wearing today was done by my father himself. Hunan embroidery is characterized by its meticulous composition, vibrant colors, and varied stitching techniques. Look at the pattern on the cuffs..."

She raised her hand, directing the camera to her cuff.

"This is the classic 'Pengmao stitch' of Hunan embroidery, which produces patterns with a strong three-dimensional effect and a layered feel to the touch."

Furthermore, because my mother is of Miao ethnicity, this outfit incorporates elements of Miao embroidery in addition to Hunan embroidery. For example, the pattern on the belt is the butterfly motif commonly found in Miao embroidery.

Clearly, Hua Qing is not suited to variety shows. Although her words were spoken in a generous and appropriate manner, they still gave the impression of her reciting lines.

Sitting in the audience, Ding Heng finally understood why Hua Qing insisted on appearing on this show.

There are three objectives in total.

First, a stage to showcase oneself.

Second, to promote the family business.

Third, it serves as a warm-up for subsequent dance variety shows.

After the formalities on stage were finished, the interactive session began.

The rules are simple—Hua Qing teaches four girls, Aurora Eos, some basic classical and folk dance moves, and then gives them punishments or rewards based on their performance.

Overall, it maintains a lighthearted and humorous style, which aligns with the tone of a variety show.

Of the four girls, Long He naturally has the worst dance skills.

She had already been criticized for her "stiff dancing," and now her true colors were revealed, forcing her to accept the most severe punishment.

However, this is a variety show after all, and the more punishments there are, the more screen time they get.

The more severe the punishment, the more empathy the audience feels.

Long He's "bad dancing" was originally a black mark, but after this incident, it was actually mitigated and diluted, which was a little trick arranged by the production team for her.

As I said before, the purpose of today's variety show is only one thing—to promote Longhe!

Although Hua Qing and Long He looked at each other with a bit of awkwardness, they managed to complete the process peacefully overall.

Finally, as Hua Qing was about to leave, the host called her back.

"Wait, wait, wait, Hua Qing, do you have something to give to everyone?"

Hua Qing nodded and picked up a framed embroidery piece from the side.

The frame is about the size of a picture frame, and inside is an exquisite Hunan embroidery, depicting a crane about to spread its wings and fly. The stitches are fine and lifelike.

"This is my father's work, and I would like to give it to a viewer who is destined to see it today."

The audience erupted in cheers.

Countless hands were raised, accompanied by shouts of "Pick me! Pick me!"

Zhao Yanxi also raised her hand and stretched it upwards with all her might, almost standing up.

She was so excited that she mouthed the words as she shouted.

"Sister Hua Qing! Me! Me! Me!"

Hua Qing naturally noticed Zhao Yanxi.

But whether to avoid suspicion or simply because she was annoyed to see Zhao Yanxi and Ding Heng sitting together, she simply pretended not to see them.

Suddenly, Long He stepped forward and said, "I was punished the most just now, so let me choose!"

The host was taken aback; Long He's request wasn't in the script.

But his good professionalism made him quickly realize what was happening, and he nodded with a smile.

"Okay! So, Longhe, who do you want to choose?"

Without the slightest hesitation, Long He raised his hand and pointed directly to the center of the audience seats.

"This girl is perfect."

The spotlight shone in the direction she was pointing and landed on Zhao Yanxi.

Zhao Yanxi blinked, then blinked again, and then pointed to herself.

"I?"

Long He smiled and nodded.

"Yes, you!"

Zhao Yanxi was so excited she almost jumped up and quickly walked onto the stage.

Ding Heng stood alone in his seat, stunned.

He glanced at Long He, who was grinning mischievously on the stage, then turned to Hua Qing, who was astonished, and finally looked at Zhao Yanxi, who was excited.

He gasped in shock.

As expected... what was bound to happen, happened!

Chapter 111: Three Women Make a Drama (Part 2)

Zhao Yanxi didn't seem to notice anything amiss. She walked cheerfully onto the stage and gracefully approached the center.

In her view, since she had added Longhe on WeChat, they were at least acquaintances.

Longhe specifically asked her to come on stage, probably just to give a little perk to an acquaintance.

The host greeted her with a smile: "Come on, young lady, would you like to introduce yourself to everyone?"

Zhao Yanxi took the microphone and smiled naturally and politely: "Hello everyone, my name is Zhao Yanxi, and I am a freshman at Central South University."

The host nodded and asked, as is customary, "Are you here to watch the show today because you're a fan of Aurora Eos?"

Zhao Yanxi isn't really a fan; she's more interested in joining in the fun, just like when she did cosplay during summer vacation—it's something new and exciting.

But since she was on stage, she still answered politely, "Yes, I especially like Aurora Eos."

The host continued, "So, who is your favorite?"

"Longhe".

"Is there anything you'd like to say to Long He?"

Zhao Yanxi turned to Long He, her tone sincere.

Wishing Aurora Eos' album great success and her tour all the best! May you both have many more wonderful days ahead!

Long He nodded, smiled, and said "thank you."

The host then asked, "So, what would you like Longhe to bless you with?"

Zhao Yanxi thought for a moment, a sweet smile appearing on her lips.

“I came here with my boyfriend today, so I hope Longhe can wish me and my boyfriend a long and lasting relationship, and that we can be together forever.”

Down in the audience, Ding Heng covered his face, realizing something was wrong.

On stage, Hua Qing lowered her head, secretly gloating.

Long He pulled Zhao Yanxi onto the stage simply to disgust Ding Heng, never expecting that he would disgust himself instead.

She felt incredibly uncomfortable inside, but could only maintain a smile on her face.

"Wishing Zhao Yanxi and her boyfriend a long and happy life together!"

With each word he uttered, Long He's heart bled.

But in the photos, her smile is flawless.

Zhao Yanxi accepted the Hunan embroidery and the new album signed by all the members of Aurora Eos with satisfaction, and expressed her gratitude once again.

Finally, he waved to Long He and Hua Qing, turned around, and went offstage back to Ding Heng's side.