CEO's Sweetheart is a Super Idol-Chapter 388 - 380 Selecting the Team Captain

Big Ship Company

All 11 girls were gathered here today.

The long rectangular table was covered with various types of breakfast, and photographers were taking shots in the meeting room.

Despite the table full of delicacies, nobody ate. Instead, everyone was busy touching up their makeup.

"Qiqi, do you think my lips aren’t red enough? Help me touch them up." Yang Ni took out her lip tint.

"It’s fine, just a tiny bit will do." Lai Ruoxuan dabbed her fingertip lightly on Yang Ni’s lips.

Over in the corner, Duan Yuxin was looking closely at her makeup through her phone screen.

She was the least skilled at makeup among them, but the other girls always took care of her, letting the makeup artist work on her first every time.

Jiang Mengqi was lightly applying a hydrating gel to her face, trying to make herself look more radiant.

Fu Xiaoyu was adjusting his outfit, anxiously asking Lv Fangxin whether his hat was crooked, though it was perfectly fine.

Ye Yuwei and Zhang Zijing were both wearing masks, having already removed their makeup.

As the two had a variety show shoot in the afternoon, they refrained from putting on makeup in advance.

At that moment, Zhou Dan strode in confidently. "Hello everyone."

"Hello, Mr. Zhou!"

Zhou Dan greeted them with a smile and a nod. "I’ve called everyone here to elect a captain today."

The instant this was said, Meng Meixuan’s previously cheerful expression turned dark.

She had just returned two days ago, and the company was already rushing to elect a captain, clearly not giving her a chance.

If she were given a little more time, she felt certain she could win the others over to her side.

Yang Ni’s eyes lit up with eagerness—she very much wanted to be the captain, as she loved taking care of every member of the group.

But her enthusiasm faded quickly, knowing that the captaincy would surely go to Ye Yuwei.

Ye Yuwei’s recent performance was too outstanding. She had single-handedly salvaged the EP launch event, gracefully stepped aside for endorsements, and smoothly mediated between the members.

Ye Yuwei, meanwhile, sat calmly and gracefully, like a quiet chrysanthemum in the autumn breeze. She trusted the group would reach a collective conclusion.

Lv Fangxin cast her gaze toward Ye Yuwei, who responded with a subtle shift in her expression, raising her eyelid slightly in Meng Meixuan’s direction.

The action was barely perceptible. Ye Yuwei believed that even if the camera captured it, fans would interpret it as an unconscious gesture.

Zhou Dan’s chosen candidate was undoubtedly Ye Yuwei, but the formalities had to be followed.

The group could no longer afford fractures, making the captain selection process necessary to be transparent.

"Everyone knows the importance of the captain, as it directly affects the longevity and stability of the team."

"I hope you’ll vote for the captain in your hearts with fairness and impartiality."

After saying this, Zhou Dan stepped out, leaving an assistant to explain the general procedure to the group.

The process was simple: write the names of all eleven members on the blackboard in front of the conference table, then cast your votes. The person with the most votes would become the captain, provided they received at least five votes.

"Yang Ni, you should be the host for this!" Zhou Dan said with a smile.

Everyone approved of this decision; Yang Ni was well-regarded within the group.

"Mr. Zhou, what happens if we can’t determine a winner in the first voting round?"

"Then you keep voting until you elect a captain."

Although Zhou Dan wore a smile, her sharp gaze revealed the demeanor of a corporate powerhouse.

Jiang Mengqi couldn’t help but lower her head and stick out her cute little tongue, visibly uneasy around such an imposing boss.

Following the planned script, Yang Ni began her performance:

"Hello everyone, and welcome to Natural Girl’s mini reality show. Today’s episode will determine our captain. I’m your host, Yang Ni."

The group immediately applauded and cheered her on as the cameras panned to capture everyone’s reactions.

"Today is a special day because it marks one month since our debut."

The group clapped and cheered again, presenting an image of exuberance and celebration.

The camera crew zoomed in on each member individually. Well-accustomed to being on-camera, everyone showed off their most radiant and energetic selves.

Such performances aimed to convince the audience of the group’s joyful harmony and strong dedication to the event, reinforcing the image of a positive team dynamic.

"Zi Meng isn’t here today because she’s back home handling some matters, but she’s online right now." Yang Ni gestured toward the already-connected video call.

Li Zimeng was at the immigration office; her work visa had expired.

"Zi Meng, did you hear everything I just said?"

"Yes, I heard it!"

"Good. Now, let me take a sneak peek at who Li Zimeng voted for as captain."

Yang Ni’s expression grew solemn, hoping for a chance that she herself might be chosen.

The rest casually picked at the food under the director’s instructions.

However, everyone merely nibbled, fearful of messing up their makeup.

"Here’s the list with everyone’s names. Just mark a check next to the person you choose. This way, your handwriting won’t be recognized."

Duan Yuxin chuckled. "This confidential?"

"Feels like we’re doing something momentous!" Wu Zixuan giggled too.

"If we work together, everyone can be the captain!" Meng Meixuan laughed along as well.

Lv Fangxin glanced at the slip handed to her, setting it down on the table.

"Now, let me connect with Zi Meng and see who she chose." Yang Ni headed over, followed closely by the camera crew, who began circling the room filming.

The aim was one continuous shot to assure viewers there was no cheating.

"Just pick one person already!"

"Hurry up and decide!"

"I mark my checks so beautifully!"

"I haven’t written anything in months! Haha!"

"Who still needs a pen?"

The air filled with playful teasing as the girls chatted and made their selections.

Yang Ni watched intently as Li Zimeng cast her vote.

Soon, the group handed their slips to Yang Ni.

"Everyone’s finished voting, right?" Yang Ni suddenly spoke in a shrill tone, giggling.

"Ugh! Yang Ni, can’t you talk normally? You’re giving me goosebumps!" Qiqi clutched herself dramatically in mock shivers.

Meng Meixuan decided to mimic her: "Everyone’s finished voting, right?"

She exaggeratedly imitated Yang Ni, making the room erupt in laughter.

This served as a reminder that, ultimately, they were filming a variety show.

Ye Yuwei couldn’t help but sigh inwardly.

They’d spent over three months in training, performing for more than 100 days straight.

Even after debuting, they remained trapped in a world of performances, incapable of expressing their genuine emotions.

Take Yang Ni and Meng Meixuan, for example. Off-camera, both were known to be quiet and reserved.

The only one genuinely authentic among them was Lv Fangxin.

"Can I ask why you decided to vote for the person you chose?" Yang Ni asked.

"Instinct!"

"Gut feeling!"

"Yes, purely intuition!"

Several girls gave similar responses.

"If I say the reason, everyone will know who I picked, so I’m not going to spoil anything," chuckled Lai Ruoxuan, wearing a red hat.

"Then keep it a secret!"

"Actually, I can say mine," Meng Meixuan suddenly interjected. The group froze as she continued, "Because I love her."

Her declaration sent a chill through the room. Duan Yuxin’s eyes widened in terror. "But don’t you like Sister Grass?" she blurted while glancing nervously at Ye Yuwei.

This left Ye Yuwei mortified; she couldn’t help but think this younger girl was a bit clueless.

Zhang Zijing’s expression turned frosty, while Lv Fangxin’s gaze deepened with visible disdain.

Jiang Mengqi, who had been quietly eating fruit, smiled faintly with an air of contemplation.

Wu Zixuan laughed too, though she quickly stopped as though realizing something.

Ye Yuwei had already deciphered Meng Meixuan’s intentions—it was a move to stir up a fake romantic partnership with her.

But at this moment, Ye Yuwei was determined not to give in to Meng Meixuan’s plans.