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Chapter 181

Login forudly overture was ignorilby Sunny Fortunately, he was not the kind of person who gave up easily. Instead, he became even more

When he notiond that Sunny xeyes were glued to the tablet and he was necasionally clenching his tiny fists as if he was very excited, he leaned and asked, "Sunny, what are you?

Wohoor waiting for Sunny's reply, Logan pressed his face closer. On the stern was the live broadcast of the talent contest Supergalactic Idol.

However, Sutiny was not watching the live broadcast. Instead, he was frenziedly reporting those mer accounts that mocked Audrey Rhodes though. fustive was perfectly calm.

Logan Wared at the child in disbelief. The child looked so innocuous yet he was such a ferocious keyboard warrior when he was reporting other

However, there were simply 100 many people mocking Audrey in the comments section.

Many Viewers had already been influenced by Eliza Harper. Comments were already so nasty that character assassination was considered mild. Some people even wanted to harass Audrey and leave dead vermin at her accommodation..... When Lagan saw how toxic the environment in the comments section had become, he was a little worried and quickly grabbed the tablet from the

"Sunny, don't watch this. It's not interesting. Let's watch cartoons?"

He became engrossed in switching channels so he didn't notice that Sunny's expression had changed completely.

The child's originally indifferent and aloof expression was now filled with malice. He lunged at Logan outright and bat his wrist.

I

"Argh Gasp! Don't bite me, little buddy. I was wrong, I was wrong. Stop biting me. Let go quickly Logan pleaded. A chunk of flesh on his wrist was almost bitten ad Logan was in so

was in so much pain that he broke out in a cold sweat. However, he was afraid of hurting Sunny and did not dare to shake him off

Sunny glared at Logan viciously as if to warn him, "Anyone who stops me from protecting my mommy is a bad guy!"

Logan moaned in pain. Damn it, he shouldn't have amagonized this little guy!

This child had seemed exceptionally obedient today. Why a

y did he suddenly Mart attacking people

"Sunny, listen to me. Be a good boy. Let go of my hand first, okay... Logan felt very helpless.

He had forgotten that this little beat was extremely difficult to deal with whenever he threw a fit. The kid simply wouldn't listen to anyone at all. Sunny's breathing became more rapid. After a long while, he finally released Logan's hand but he started kicking the grown man madly this time.

Logan felt a headache coming un. Just as he e was fretting over what to

to do, he heard Alistair Hayes

Hayes approaching.

"Alistair, save me! Your son is going to devour me! Logan thought his savior hail finally shown up. While protecting Sunny from falling off the annctuur, he cried out to Alistair for help. However, Alistair simply took out his cell phone. Logan was very puzzled "Wait... Are you calling the police? Surely there's no need for that.

Refer he could finish spraking, be heard a familiar voire coming from Alistair's phone. "Hello, Sunny. This is Momany. Have you been a good boy Today Only quoel boys can listen to bedtime stories.... Logan couldn't believe his eyes. This couldn't be happening. He was on the verge of being kicked to death but his buddy was still showing off his

As Logan tried d

Idesperately to fend off Sunny's kicks, the extremely enraged boy gradually calmed down after hearing the voice message, Sunny gave Logan one last kick and sank back into the armchair quietly, Logan stared at Sunny. He kept cajoling the kid to stop for so long to no message. There was really no comparisoti...

gio no avail, yet

yet Mrs. Hayes was able to calm him down with just one voice

Having been bitten and kicked, Logan now had to take his hat off to Audrey.

She was not even at home yet she still had this father and sons under her shush Oishinary people would not be able to accomplish this.

After Sunny calmed down, he reached out to Alistair for the cell phone. He still wanted to listen to his mommy's voice.

Alistair did not give the phone to him. Instead, he gazed down at the boy and asked, "Why did you suddenly bite people just now?"

Sumy pouted and nimed around to glare sullenly at Logan. Then he cast a side glance at the tablet that had been dropped by the side.

This time. Logan reacted quickly. Worried that Sunny would throw a fit again, he quickly tried to redeem himself. "Sunny, you've misunderstood me wasn't bullying your mommy when I took your tablet just now. I only wanted to help your mommy chase away those bad people!" Summy simply blinked and eyed him suspiciously.

Logan felt quite hurt by the child's distrust of him. No. I must restore my dignity today and show this little guy my ability!

Feeling very motivated, Logan immediately picked up the tablet and tapped on it in front of Sunny. "Sunny, watch carefully. When we enter this hve broadcast channel, there's a voting support link in the upper left corner.

"Do you see this? It's over here. It shows the guest popularity rankings"

Loppin patiently guided Sunny and said slowly, "If we spend money to boost your mommy's ranking, we can beat all those people who look down on her at their own game.

Instantly. Sunny's eyes lit sips: He even moved closer to Logan subconsciously

up

Logan was delighted at his happiness was short-lived.

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sunny looked at Login experly with his big eyes. His intention was self-evident. He wanted Logan to quickly spend money to vote for his anammy.

Logan gulped nervously but be could not refuse the child. In the end, he tipped Audrey 300 thousand in virtual currency.

Aardrry's popularity ranking instantly soared to tenths pler when previously, it was languishing at the bottom of the table.

However, Sunny will felt that it was not enough. He continued to stare at

Feeling like a big sucker, Logan tearfully tipped another 700 thousand in vinual currency. As soon as cked, Audrey's ranking instantly rose to Chund place.

Sunny was still not satisfied. He continued to stare at Logan with his big, dewy ryri.

Logan was on the verge of tears. He

was about to go broke! He should change his name from "Karren" to "Barren" instead...

He felt so hard done by. First, his good buddy

ly fell in love and he had to put up with his buddly slowing off his love. Now, he even had to fork our thoney to vote for his buddy's wife.

Sight As long as he could make the little guy happy, the money spent would be worth it...

Logan sighed again and was about to continue splurging money when he heard Alistair say, "Enough. Let's stop here"

Upon hearing this, Logan was instantly moved to tears. 'My good buddy. I knew you couldn't bear to see me suffer. You still care for me

He extended his arms and tried to hug Alistair. However, Alistair pushed him away brusquely and added nonchalantly. "We have to save our trump cards until the end. It's not good for Audie to be too eye-catching now.

"With Audies current fame, third place is already the limit. Sending her to the top of the rankings now will only arouse other people's jealousy."

Logan's heart sank. So, his wallet hadn't been saved but rather, now wasn't the time to splash out.

At this moment, Logan fel that he was such a big sucker.

After confirming that Logan was no longer useful, Sunny couldn't be bothered with him anymore. Without a word, he went upstairs to his room to continur watching the live broadcast.

Alistair went to the fridge to get two cans of chilled Coke. When he returned, he handed one to Logan.

When Logan accepted it, his palm felt the chilly sensation that spread all the way to his heart.

It was the same sensation when his heart sank at the sight of how much money had been spent...

While Logan was feeling sorry for himself, he heard Alistair say, "Til pay you the money for the ranking voting later,

Howrier, Logan was too immersed in self-pity. Despite Alistair's offer to pay him, he gestured listlessly. "How can I accept it? Since I have already spent the money, just leave it at that. I'll just take it as supporting Audrey. In the future, I'll be Audrey's number one stan..." Before he had finished speaking. Logan heard a notification ringtone for a message from his phone. [The following sum has been transferred to

your account....

Alistair glowered. "My wifes number one stan can only be me.

Logan tralued belatedly he should have kept his mouth shut.

Two hours passed very quickly. The other five groups had already confirmed what they would be performing and had already begun intensive

Only Group Sox had not sulanitied their program. The production tram kept urging them over and over again during the live broadcast. "There are still 20 hours before the first stage of Supergalactic Idal Group Six, please submit your program as soon as possible." As soon as the reminder was announced during the live broadcast, the other teams realized that Group

Six must have fallen out from the start.

Eliza Harper Laughed gleefully. The contest hadn't even started but there was already interinal strife. How could Group Six compete with her team!

She would trample Audrey thoroughly under her feet during the first stage.

Meanwhile, another argument had broken out in Group Six

"I said this song won't do After Velima Sheare vetoed everyone's choice of song again, the hot-tempered Yulia Judd blew her top

She slammed the table and stood up. With her hands on her hips, she questioned sarcastically, "Ms. Sheare, national dancer team leader, what kind of song would you like to have then?"

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was way shove Yulia. After being embarrassed time and again, Yelimia was naturally displeased.

she frowned with displeasure and shot back, "You don't have in be so sarcastic. You know very well that my dancing is more of the classical style yer ven stili msist on chossing some pop music pieces. Are these pop music pieces fit for human consumption? The lyrics don't make sense and the melody is inesay. Then you throw in a tap segment like some copycat internet celebrity. They don't go well with my dance style at all

Sudrey sighed. Yelimia seas not afraid of offending people at all. If her words were publicized, it would attract heaps of ridicule and condemnation

The resentment that had been building up inside Yalia during dus perical erupted at once. She blurted out bluntly. Didn't we pick an ancient song for sust? You were the one who looked down on it No song is to your liking Since you're so capable, why don't you make up a song that goes well with your noble dance style""

Vidia also refused to back down. At any rate, Yelima already hated her. It was better to be completely open about her views now so that it would not humper their training in the future.

Due to Velimia's status, Paula Pratt did not dare to say anything up till now. However, now that the two of them were bickering, she had to step in to mediate.

The more Yulia spoke, the angrier she became. "Ms sheare, please give us a break! The other teams have already started rehearsing. What kind of munc do you want? Make yourself dear!"

Yelimia was so angry that her eyes turned bloodshot. She shoot back with a sullen face, "At any rate, those songs you picked earlier are not acceptable." Then, she crossed her arms and clammed up.

Yulia threw her hands up in despair

Paula sighed and could only turn to Audrey again. "Audie, Ms. Sheare only listens to you. Can you help us talk to her?"

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When Yelimia heard this, she snorted and said arrogantly, Don't bother talking to me anymore. It's useless. No one can corrupt my choreography with those tasteless songs!"

As an artiste, she did not believe in following popular trends. This was the bottom line no one could cross, as far as she was concerned.

Audrey did not try to talk Yelimu out of this. Instead, she smiled and said. "I think Yulia is right. Since all of us have our own opinions, why don't we

write our own song?"

The whole group turned to look at Audrey in disbelief.

Paula frowned and objected. "No. Yulia only said it in jest just now. Why are you going along with her nonsense too? How are we going to write a song on the spor? Who's going to write it! Do we even have time?" Paula was on the verge of collapse... Previously, when she saw that Audie was able to convince Yelimia, she thought that Audie possessed some common sense and emotional intelligence. To her dismay, Audie also turned out to be a reckless person.

Leila Palmer could not bear to see Audrey being ridiculed so she defended her, "If we don't write a song on the spot can we do?

Paula was stumped. With things as they were now, it seemed that writing a song was indeed the best solution She pursed her lips and said awkwardly, "But we don't have the ability to do music arrangement...

Not everyone in the entertainment industry could compose and arrange music, sing and dance equally well.

spot to satisfy all of you, what else

At this point, Paula suddenly had an epiphany and looked at Leila eagerly. "Leila, I remember when you were in that overseas girl group, you were the composer of your group's first album, weren't your The moment Paula said this, Yulia's eyes also lit up. "Yes, yes, yes. I remember now. I really like the arrangement of that album!"

Leila's expression was indifferent, and no one knew what was going through her mind.

Paula took the opportunity to add, "Leila, why don't you help everyone write a song? I know it may be hard on you but if we delay any longer, we won't be able to come up with a program for the first stage!" Knowing Leila's temperament, she would never take on extra trouble for herself. Thus, Paula tried some pressure tactics. "We're all part of the team. I'm sure you don't want everyone to laugh at in, do you?" Although notional blackmail was unethical, it could be very useful

Moreover, though Leils did not seen to care about anything, she was clearly very protective of Audrey. Since Audrey was Involved, Leila wouldn't

With that thought in mind. Paula added. "As for us, we don't really care. At the end of the day. Audie will probably suffer the most mocking!".

After all she was the least famous member of the entire team. If the team did not do well, the fans of the other members would blame her

Sure enough, after listening to Paula, Leila agreed to help but she also clarified. "I can take care of the music arrangement but I'm not good with Tyres," She was telling the truth. She wasn't the lyricist for that album. "What's more, many famous lyricists nowadays have a tight schedule. It's impossible for them to come up with song lyrics that can satisfy all of you in such a short time. After listening to Leila, Paula and Yulia felt discouraged Why was their team so unlucky!

Yelimia saw their disappointed expressions and felt bad. She only wanted to preserve the dignity of her art form. She wasn't trying to make things

Just as she was wondering whether to compromise. Audrey suddenly chummed in. Perhaps I can try to write the lyrics"

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write the birTOS

Artcrriding manner. "Audie, writing lyrics isn't an elementary school homework. Even professional musicians struggle mem, this in everyone's first stage, ha very important to have good lyrics" ake be

anticomps and chudam to heart. She simply explained. Tve door song lyrics for my friends before. Of course, if you have a

ho knew it Audrey a so-called

happy at all. Who ko

uld dare to hand over something as important as lyrics to

celebray!!

of so much resistance, Leila stepped forward to root for Audrey. "Then let's give it a try: Anyway, all of you have argued for so long just meni reached a conclusion"

wormed about wasting time, so they didn't agree. Wouldn't it be a waste of effort if Audrey couldn't en

Come up w with anything

nungly. Velimia chose to stand on Leila's side after some thought. "Let's give it everything we've got. It's better than using those tasteless With three for and two against the proposal, Yulia and Paula had no choice but to agree to let Audrey have a go

med that Audrey might find the task too daunting. Leila suggested. "Audic, come up with the lyrics first. After that, I'll compose and arrange the according to your lyrics? In this way. Audrey would feel less pressure and could express herself more freely.

Audrey was very apprrative of Leila's good intentions. The smile on her face became more heartfelt. "Okay"

Ten minutes later, with everyone waiting anxiously. Audrey handed the lyrics she had written to Yelimia.

arassed her eyebrows in surprise and then she became a line displeased. So fast? Don't tell me you wrote some junk just to brush me off?"

(not so man to fool

Velima couldnt even be bothered to look at the lyrics in Audrey's hand. Leila did not want to see Audrey being put in a difficult position again. Thus, she took the sheet of paper and read it carefully.

A moment later, her eyes gradually widened, and her delight was visible to all.

How is at How it When Yulias Leila's reaction, she couldn't wait to see the lyrics herself.

Leila ignored her and wrapped her arms around Audrey. She leaned close excitedly and exclaimed, "Audie, you're simply a genius! The lyrics are amazing. Storeover, you wrote it in such a shon time. You must be the God of Poetry incarnate, aren't you?" After hearing Leila's praise, the other members became intrigued. Paula asked skeptically, "Is it really that good!"

salw asked. "Leila, are you bring biased" Everyone knew that she was very protective of Audrey. Now that her praise was so effusive, it

Leila give a scornful inom and slapped the sheet of paper on Yulia. "If you don't believe me, take a look for yourself"

ap and leave, the entertainment industry.

If these people didnt even know how to appreciate such well written lyrics, then they should pack up

Lilas praise was over the top that the other three girls became curious. All of them leaned close eagerly to read

along, they were a little drive and felt that it was impossible for an internet celebrity to come up with good lyrics. After reading, the trio fell

The lyrics were composed in a verse write in the classic style. It was not easy to compose such verses

However, these of lyrics before them was so good that it was beyond their expectations. This was particularly true for the chorus.

Parted by the sword. I stated at the city gate. Yearning for a departed friend. Moonlit desolation Lat candle at midnightDeigns not to chide me

After thou departed. The flowers blooted but stice. Yet I missed it

Whose sword over youngs of a thousand deaths sweet as a song

A jug of herovcasm at the bridgehead. High amlations stated Despite roaring rivers Lonely wine of parting sorrowQuells not mine thirst. Chapter 181

Afer then departed. The flowers bloomed but once, Yet I missed it.

Whose sword over youdersings through leaps and bounds.Fearless in both life and death.Blooms of blood soar heavenward.

Even without the music compoution, the members could imagine the rousing emotions when the lyrics were sung. For a moment, their minds

ith the dreamy world of chivalry.

To the midst of all the excitement. Yelimia began to have doubts.

She rutinized Audrey somewhat skeptically. "Did you really write this set of lyrics?"

Could the really come up with such good lyrics in ten minutes! Could she have secretly copied and pasted this from somewhere!

If that was the case, not only would their group be laughed at but they might also get embroiled in a lawsuit

Audrey wasn't bothered by Yelania's attitude. She only nodded calmly, I wrote it in conjunction with your dance style. Time is tight. If there's anything not suitable, we can discuss and amend it along the way" She was humble, and she was neither arrogant nor impatient, Yelina was quite impressed inwardly. She shook her head gently and said. "There's no need to amend anything. This verse is completely in line with my dance concept, but..."

She looked at Audrey hesitantly. In her heart, she still felt that such good lyrics could not have been written by such a young internet celebrity.

This standard was equivalent to a verse written by a mature, veteran lyricist with more than ten years of experience

If Audie really had this ability, why would she still be an unknown relationships blogger in the internet celebrity circle!

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Velimia dad not believe that a young unknown like Andrry was capable of writing such powerful lyrics. However, she did not want to expose the other party's deceitful deed ourricht. She wanted to give Audrey a chance to admit it herself „the probed. "Audie, have you ever published the lyrics or songs you wrote for your friends in the past!".

Andrey repbed impassively, "I think they were published"

A hats the song title Vellimis asked eagerly. If Ausdery could not answer, it was proof that she had led to make herself look good. In that case,

was a brigh chance that she was not the one who wrote this set of

Audrey closed her eyes to thank deeply as if she was trying hard to recall. When she did not answer for a long time, Yelimix's face clouded over. Her suspicion about Audrey's deception had been proven inie..

Right at this moment. Audrey spoke up in her soft and gentle voice. "I think it's called "Toasting I wrote it when I was in university. It had been so luiz that 1 almost couldn't remember.

was stunned. Then she suddenly frowned and a trace of mockery flashed across her eyes. She laughed in derision and asked, "Was your so-alled friend Xennie Turner!" everyone heard the name "Xerinie Turner, they were astounded.

"Thats the one," Audrey nodded firmly. At first, she didn't know that older woman's name. She only found out after that woman sent her a complimentary album when the songs were released.

At this juncture, even the normally unflappable Leila was shocked. She stared at Audrey in disbelief and exclaimed. "So, you're the anonymous lynest for the famed Toasting sung by Vocal Queen Turner?"

When the lyrics for "Toasting were released, countless people regarded the piece as a masterpiece. It was this song that enabled Xennie Turner to cement her reputation in the music industry.

muttered in disbelief. "How is that possible? You must be lying

tune were great, she found it hard to believe that Audrey wrote the lyrics for

Although she had to admit that the lyrics Audrey produced this in "Touting" while she was still only an undergrad

Velimua didn't believe Audrey either and asked skeptically. "Although the lyricist for Toasting is still a mystery, Xennie Turner is almost 40 old. How can the be your friend?"

years

Before Audrey could explain, she added, "I can understand you want to become famous on this show, but it's too easy to see through such a lie..."

Purring aside the embarrassment of being exposed after the show was aired, the viewers watching the live broadcast now would condemn her

As she listened, Paula also became skeptical. From her point of view, if Audrey wanted to be famous so badly, she would have revealed that she wrote the lyrics to "Toasting to drum up hype when she became a blogger. Why would the wait until the entered this contest and was interrogated before she revealed this? Furthermore, she had to think for a long time before she could remember the song title It was obvious that she was making this up. Paula shook her head and lamented, "Audie, even if you admit that you're lying, we won't look down on you. There's really no need to pretend that you're the lyricist for Toasting"

The comers of Audrey's mouth twitched as she laughed ruefully. "Tin telling the truth."

Velama became furious when she saw that Audrey still refused to own up. She said sternly. Do you know that Xennie Turner won the Melodley Award back then with Tonting!"

The Melodley Award in the music industry was the most prestigious award that all music professionals aspired to.

There was and competition during the y year Xennie Turner was nominated. However, she won the top award with the song "Testing" and became the undisputed vocal queen in the eyes of the public

It was fine if Audrey wanted to brag, but she al

should never have chosen this song

Yelmia sighed and continu

"At that time, numerous media outlets wanted to know who the lyricist who helped in Xennie Turner's rise to stardom was, but no one could find out anything. What right do you have to claim credit" Audrey answered casually, "Because I asked her not to reveal my name?

Chawn had always believed in Audrey everyone erupted in disdainful laughter

cked' Audrey mirrcsinal. You muår it sound like, you don't care about farne and fo

Then why are YURI

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Andrey duk mos want to explain am more. She was

well aware that these people did not trust her at all. No matter what she said, it was useless.

Back then, she andy werete the verse for "Dasing" on a whim. It Xennie Turner hadn't made a university visit at that juncture and happened to see

(se she had dreppeid, this verse would have ended up in the trash can.

Kertane liked the nusid at that verse and wanted to pay a big sum for it to use as song lyrics. However, Audrey did not lack money at that time, so the the loto Nennir for free on the condition that Audrey's identity was kept under wraps

srute, Andrey was not interested in entering the entertainment industry and did not want to be the center of everyone's discussion.

Now with the passage of time, nysy things had changed. She was no longer the dignified laughter of the Rhodes family.

Maclong as she could successfully get hold of the appearance fees to let her parents live a good life, she could put up with all the disparagement and

Bath Vola and Valimis assumed that Audrey's silence was a sign of guilt. At this point, Yelinia's phone suddenly rang. She instinctively wanted to rej Liike call. Her team was supposed to start the boot camp long ago and she didn't want to answer any awkward questions and become i

However, when she checked the caller ID, she was taken aback to discover the call was from Xennie Turner.

Although she was acquainted with Nennie Dimer as they were both active in the same industry, they did not have much interaction. They had only 5lmed a variety show together and exchanged contact details out of courtesy in the past.

hat was many years ago and the two of them had never contacted each other privately. Now, the other party suddenly called.

Velimua frowned and looked at Audrey irritably. She said bluntly, "Xennie Turner is probably watching the live broadcast of this show too. You'd bener explant to her later

With that. Yelimus picked up the phone and put it on speaker mode

After the call connected. Xennie's bright and clear voice could be heard. "Yelimia, congratulations!"

A look of hesitation flashed across Velimia's eyes when she heard this. She frowned and asked, "Congratulations? Whatever for??

"I'm watching your show." As soon as Xennie said this, Yeliania shot Audrey a look of displeasure. She was determined to make Audrey take

ponsibilay for this face.

However, before Yelimia could explain, Xennie gushed excitedly. "The genius lyricist who wrote the verse for me to use as lyrics in "Toasting is in the same group as you. Don't you think i should congratulate you?" Xennie's words not only astounded all the members of Group Six but also the viewers watching the live broadcast.

Tuck! So true one viewer gasped.

sold you that

at our Audie wouldn't lie. Those of you who wronged her just now, step forward out and apologize right now?

Im sorry. I admit that I spoke too soon. I love the song "Toasting To think that I scolded my idol. Boo-hoo. For a while, there was an outpouring

of exstration in the comments section.

It was a pity that the live broadcast had a multi-cam setup and each guest had their own live camera stream.

As Audrey was not famous and was controversial, only a few hundred people were following her stream.

Therefore, only these few hundred people found out that Audrey was the lyricist for "Tousting"

Yelm could not b

you disla't mistake someone else for the lyricist?"

her cars. She asked in a daze, "Ms. Turner, are you sure you

"She s may benefactor. How can I be mistaken? Kennie chuckled. Realizing that Yellinia was on speaker mode, she simply called out, "Audie?"

Hello, Mi Turner, Audrey replied bashfully.

Xennie said in a very carest tone. Tve always wanted to find an opportunity to thank you, but you're too low-key. When I tried to meet up you a few times, you turned down my invitation

more happy

"I knew you dielect like publicity, so I didn't bother you anymore. Now that you've finally revealed your identity publicly, I couldn't be m because I furally have the clunce to thank you personally, albrit birkorrilly "Thank you for giving me the verse to Toming back then. It allowed me to persevere on the path

As Xecinie gave her effive thanks, everyone was struggling to digest this bombshell.

It seemed that Xenne liked Audrey so much that she decided to voice her support for Audrey openly after seeing that the other Group Six metoders were suspicious af het.

Aushey felt very touched and replied with a smile. "Ms. Turner, you're too kind. The credit is all yours, I didn't do much. Toasting was just a verse wrote that of boredom. If it weren't for your insightful intervention back then, it wouldn't have become so popular." V lien Xenme heard this, she laughed vivaciously. "Hahaha! You're still so humble. Best of luck in the contest then. I have full confidence in you!

"Thank you" Audrey smiled and the call ended

furi sdule, no one spoke. There was only a strained silence in the living room

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warnjem let a proven before she took the initiative in

he initiative to speak. "Tim sorry

sorry, Aubrey 17

dry gently shook her head, her expression indifferent. "There's no need to apologize. I understand that you, Ms. Sheare, are just worried about wrong in the performatter. It's for"

After saying this, she didist wait for Velinia's reaction, Instead, she turned to Leila and asked, "Is it time to compose the song? We don't have much Sasaguring sun at her stupor, Leila finally returned to her suces and responded excitedly, "Oh, yes! We will need to compose the song-I'm on it She grabbed the lyrics sheet and slashed up the stairs, thinking that Audrey was a treasure as she art to work arranging the music

- That Matau from the Haves farmly is no match for a treasure like her?" Leila thought

ther she song were submitted, the south group began rehearsing it earnest.

were less than three hours left until the preliminary stage.

The stars captured on the love cameras were sweating in the training room, striving for perfection

Meanwhile, the compention outside the live broadcast was equally fierce!

s of each contestant were glued to their screens, working hard to propel their idols to the top of the popularity li

Karyon held the top spot on the list, with Helena in second place.

Fans of other contestants knew their idols couldn't overtake these two, so they focused their efforts on securing the third spot for their idola

They believed that if their idols could take third now, their idol might sprint to first on the day of the preliminary stage.

But no matter how hard they tried, the third p

position always belonged to Audrey.

Even as Rayon and Helena's rankings fluctuated, Audrey held steady at third.

culation about Audrey's "backer" was rampant online

Netizens unanimously concluded that she must h

have a powerful sponsor-otherwise, how could she remain firmly in third place!

Many frustrated fans were dissatisfied and took to social media to vent

"Her sponsor must have real skill-keeping her just within the top three, without making her first or second. They're probably planning to help her surge to first after the preliminaries_" How can you talk about her like that? Don't you remember how many accounts got blocked and lawyer's letters sent out over similar posts!"

"We're not mentioning any names here. We're just venting-are they really going to silence us for that?"

The incident of accounts bring blocked for spreading rumors about Audrey was

was still fresh in everyone's

minds.

Nowadays, with real-name vertication on social media, losing an account meant losing the ability to support their idols.

Although many fans felt resentful, they were wary of speaking out too openly and could only express their frustrations in vague terms Dont be too nervous! She's just a short video creator. Even if she got on the show by connections, the stage will teach her a lesson"" "Leattly. Someone who ca

can't sing or dance will be eliminated in the first round, no doubt"

uht Bar won't Yelania be dragged down because of her?"

its so frustrating! Leila is so talented, laut she's truck with a tramnute like that?

"If she dares to hold back the sixth group. I'm going to curse her to no end, even if it risks getting my account banned?"

"If we can't mast her online, v

will be fighting us for seats"

we'll just buy tickets to boo her in person. She probably doesn't even have many fans besides her sponsor, so no one "Imagine her sitting there without a single support light. That would be priceless!"

"Exactly With no real talent, she deserves an empty cheering section!"

onary stage prese closer, the online chatter around Audrey continued to build.

Marry doudend her abúties, with some even buying tickets just to watch her fail.

Au hour before the show, the audience began to be in

The concert venue, with its 3,000-seat capacity, filled up as fans, guided by security, took their places one section at a time.

With time left before the start, fans settled in setting up their light sticks and banners, and chatting animatedly with each other

atmosphere was electes, and as the excitement grew, someone noticed two boys sitting in the back row

Hey check out those two guys at the back! Even with hats and masks on, you can tell from their eyes and brows-they're probably really Onered up like that, could they be celebrars

After all, considering that today's cont

"Could be Who do you think, it might

big names in the industry, it was not surprising to have some insiders in the audience.

Note They're so bundled up, only their eyes are showing

"Condet abso be fans of someone. Just don

"Male fans

di high quality male fans like ther

dfant event. The

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The gals were chattering but the neo fondene menthey wear discussing never locked up

Merilat all the jobne, Miles was hunched over his cell phone, righteosady indignant, disliking every post that praised Audrey online, one by onet fancspeechless did he set his phone down with unidaction.

vm" he said, turning to ho

rothet, "double check that you've got everything. If you need something, there's still time to run out and get it..

this feet and nodded confidendy. Thon't worry, it's all packed"

itters sometinies, but when it came to helping hususter, he wouldnt más a beat.

hr

or hadn't realized that Audic, the online personality, was his newly reimited sister, Audrey

b was only when Miles stumbled across a blog post, noticing that the blogger's name and voler resembled Audrey's, that they confirmed Aube was misdeed lus sister. The Harper family was thrilled when they learned Audrey would be on the show.

Peter and Jessica had wanted to come along too, but to avoid drawing too much attention, they decided to watch the live broadcast from home.

Even with just Mars and Trevor there, they were determined not to let anyone look down on Audrey

her the manch started, Trevor was ready to hold up her fan sign as high as possible!

Thinking this. Trevor took out the oversized lighted sign and the support poster he'd made himself.

The sign with "Go Andie" in bold white letters, was bright and eye-catching. He held the sign out to Miles. "You take the sign. Ill handle the poster! sure thing" Miles took the sign without a word, hosting it high with confidence, catching the attention of nearby fans.

Wow! Those two handsome guys are actually Audie's fans!" one of them whispered in surprise.

1 didn't expect Audrey to have fans cheering her on here and two good-looking ones, too!"

"Well even if she has fans, she's still just a drag on the scene."

"It annoys me that they're rooting for Audrey! These men have no taste at all, I can't believe that they actually like Internet celebrities like Audrey

De handsome men only care about looks these days" they thought. "How could he like Audrey? Can't they see she's just a pretty face with a wealthy Miles face darkened beneath his mask as he listened to the mocking comments

His jng on the sign tightened, his knuckles turning white, and it seemed like he might confront the critics then and there. But Trevor held him ck, giang him a calming look.

"Faxy now" Trevor whispered. "We're here for our sister. Let's not do anything that'll reflect poorly on her."

After all they were holding signs supporting Audrey, so meanwhile, they were representing Audrey.

The last thing they wanted was to give others the impression that her fans were

Taking a deep breath, Miles reined in his anger.

-Hunnered

Just wait-soon enough. Audrey will prove you all wrong with her talent he thought.

At six ucluck in the evening the Supergalactic Idol preliminary stage began right on time!

The host stepped on stage to warm up the audience, then spoke with a flourish, "Let's give our warmest welcome to the three mentors of Supergalactic Idol

The crowd instantly bunt into a

applause.

"First up, our esteemed first mentor, national newie star Owen Sullivan As so as the wonds left the host's mouth, a casually dressed, handsome man in his thirties appeared from behind the curtain, waving in the audience:

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Good evening, everyone, I'm Chern Sulin

""When I love yout"

early shook the roof of the venue, echoing for a full minute before subsiding

was Mason Stewart, a renowned and beloved singer

eserted by nature, he vorply nesdded to the audience before taking his seat.

The third mentor was Andrew Price, former leader of the once-popular No. I boy band,

Both bus singing and dancing, as well as his skills in choreography and music arrangement, had once been world-class.

The three thentor fame was well-known and their presence immediately boosted the atmosphere.

The lost asked each mentor to introduce themselves and name the contestant they favored most

Owen smiled softly, holding the microphone. Tm optimistic about Leila"

At the host laughed and teased. "Owen, is it because she's from the same company as you!"

Owen similed without adding more.

Touch Leila had only recently signed with the Hayes Group's Sunstar for supporting ber

ir Entertainment, making her indeed his "little junior", that wasn't his reas

reason

Mason said he was rooting for Jingle, an internet singer, because, as he put it, "heroes admire heroes.

Then, the microphone was passed to Andrew

Andrew, once the leader in a red-hot boy band, had since transitioned into middle

e age.

Now, this former heartthrob was more of a "greasy uncle",

his expression and tone exaggerated and pompous.

"support" he paused for effect, then added, "Raryon"

This announcement surprised many

"What? Rayon! He must be joking

*Racyon's just a pretty face with no talent. How could Andrew support her!"

Even the host was taken aback. "That's certainly an unexpected choice from you, Andrew

Audice, undeterred, raised his brows dramatically. "What do you mean! I'm sure plenty of viewers feel the same-beautiful people deserve a litle - extra favoritism, don't you think?"

At this, the host's expression grew a bit strained, his mind racing to avoid the gossip that had been circulating recently,

Hur before the host could steer the conversation elsewhere, Andrew continued. "Since we're talking favorites, I might as well mention who I'm least optimistic about, too."

As soon as these words were spoken, the audience knew something entertaining was coming and the room buzzed with excitement.

The hostined to intervene, pulling on his stage control skills and saying, "Maybe we should let the performances speak first

But Andrew cut him off, delivering the line he'd been eager to say all along. "The contestant l'in least optimistic about is Audie!" For a moment, everyone fell silent in shock.

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No one had expected Andres to have the courage to speak so openly face-to-face on a live stage.

Wow. Andrew is jea being Andrew-ton brave!" Mány fans in the audience clapped and cheered for him.

tion love television.

The boss way at a complete lows, maire how to handle this unexpected turri on

teoderm, ton, was showing him no respect! This wasn't only directed at Audrey-it was clearly also undermining him as the host.

He desperately wiched someone trould cut Andrew's mic!

But Andrew aggiunt Enished and command his performance. "Honestly, person. I just can't stand this whole nepotism' thing, where people worm their way into big danss and stir up trouble!"

knum Muche personally, and I don't have any four with her as a

Andrew kermest almost like he was drunk, raduning a boldiiess that djurganded everyone else around him. "Think about how much sweat and hard work we had to put in just to get on stage back in the day! Not now, some people barely hit a finger and get handed opportunities that others work their more likes to cam! This is so sitair! Anyone with any self-respect would put the program themselves?

The sound vestem was so good that Andrew's impassioned speech could be heard clearly by contestants backstage in the dressing rooms.

Mimecast sampathetic glances at Andrey

Andrew Arelemlest honesty had thrown Audrey, still applying her makeup, into the spotlight.

ne waited to see her reaction, while Eliza laughed the loudest. "See, that's why you need to stay grounded. Otherwise, when you're mocked, all you can do is pretend not to care. It's just pathetic" Other chimed in, and soon the dressing room was full of sneering remarks.

Audrey, however, remained unfazed, as if the commotion had nothing to do with her

If the let the opinions of unrelated people affect her, she wouldn't be standing here today.

Meanwhile, some people in the broadcast room showed support for Andrew, feeling he was one of the few in the entertainment industry brave enough to speak the truth, Other

however, thought he was taking things to

too far, disregarding the occasion and putting the host in a difficult position.

"The poor host, having to deal with this kind of guy!"

The really think he's some kind of 'ultimate truth-teller?"

actually feel bad for Audie

Ten starting to

to rraller that Audie is incredibly composed; her mental resilience is off the charts-no matter what anyone says, it doesn't faze her"

"She knows her own rights and wrongs, while her reputation lies in others hands. I bet she'll go far on this show!"

"Are people actually cheering for someone with connections? Maybe she's just too timid to stand up for herself and is only pretending"

To prevent the situation from escalating, the host quickly announced, "Let's move on to the next segmeial The six teams will draw lots to determine their order of appearater in the preliminary stage!"

Fords were spoken, the audience erupted with excitement

As soon as these words were

Some in the five broadcast room even began praying

"Heavenly spiriti please len Helena avoid drawing the first slott

Trade ten years of unglehood for Baryon to draw the brake spott"

"Throught they d determine the order based on popularity, but it's by lottery-oh my god, whoever gets the first slot is so unlucky!"

first spet carried ihr trøst prraure.

Opening the show was already dial, let alour in a competition format.

With no other acts to compare against, the best groups i

p would struggle to car high scores if they n

emade even a sliglu mistake.

One by one, the six teams captains stepped up to draw numbered balls from the host's sealed box

The front i bricked each number and announced the results live. "Here's the appearance order: Quinn's group drew fourth, Rachel's group third, Jingle's group second, and Helena's group fifth! Now, only groups five and six remain-who will open, and who will close the

show?

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The host decided to play a trick, and instead of announcing the order of performances right away, he asked Yelimia and Rayon to step forward

The audience reacted immediately, their voices rising in excitement.

please. Kazyon har to draw the finale sport

"Velitmia-is-sauch an pmazing meer. She deserves to be lau

mji disevich noter what number Yehmia draws. Anyway, there

in the team who's a hindrance, better to go early and get it over

tit over witht

The crowdy anticipation was palpable, even before the host spoke. "Alright, please face the big geen and raise the number cards in your hands he Velimia and Karyon exchanged glances and raised their cands togethe

Mher the results appeared. Racyon's fans erupted in cheers while Yelania's supporters were digidly disappointed.

"Vine" Baryon takromet

fciliis, Yehrma drew the first slot That's just unhicky!"

On) <

is." Yelania replied politely.

she thought the conversation would end here, but ther

then...

"Actually, Velimia, Reyon continued, "you don't have to be nervous. Even if you make a mistake at the start, the audience will understand- veryone knows the first act is tough. And with Audie dragging your team down, even if your final ranking isn't great, no one will blame your skills!" Karon's words seemed supportive, but every phrase was calculated to sow discord and fan the flames.

She assumed Yelimia would resent Audie after hearing this impacting their next performance.

But as she looked at Rayon's smiling face, Yelimia didn't feel even & hint of anger. In fact, she almost wanted to laugh.

"I don't think Audie is a dragon our team. Actually, I'm glad she's with us! And our team will absolutely put on a stage that everyone will love!" she Let those who underestimate Audie wait to be proven wrong! she thought

With that. Yelimia left the stage to rejoin her team, unconcerned about Rayon's reaction.

Hackstage, her words left everyone a bit stunned.

"Wait, dida 1 Yelimia kinda late Audie before? I heard they didn't get along when they first got grouped. So what's with the sudden praise?" one wald

The change in Yelma's attitude to Audiw was happening too quickly. It was surprising that Yelimia, with her typically cool demeanor, would upenly stand up for Audir. "She's just putting on a show of loyalty. After all, Audie is in her group now, and she can't very well complain about her bad luck openly, can she?"

Fiza who was standing a short distance away, gave a cold, strange smile as she heard the murmurs.

Their wasden than a minute left before they went on stage.

The stark group members gathered in the staging arel

Faula and Vula merr visibly nervous, capite the air conditioning, fine beads of sweat dotted their foreheads, and their anxiety was obvious.

In contrast, Leila and Yelinna looked as calin as ever.

Audrey joked. "Just parture the audience as a bunch of carrots! Let's perform like we did in training, and we'll be fine!"

Though it was a hit chather, Paula and Yulia seemed to relax after Audrey's lighthearted remark.

They exchanged glances, extended their right hands in the center, and imaged each other with a quiet cheer. "Gio, go, goi"

all for these few minutes on stage.

They had put in tnore than 20 hours of hard training.

preliminary performance had to be worth their efforts!

"And now, let's welcome the sixth group to the stage for a wonderful performance." announced the host.

The group lined up and prepared to step onto the stage.

just then, Paula, who was behind Audrey: let out a sudden yelp. "Oh my god...

The sound startled Yeluna, who quickly turned around, asking. What's wrong? What happened?"

Saules face was pale as she stared at Audrey's back in horror. Audie, your dress zipper is open!"