CEO's Sweetheart is a Super Idol-Chapter 410 - 402 Top-level Performance

Stage

A gentle yet resolute voice pierced through the brightness, gradually silencing the once chaotic shouts.

Li Ke was overwhelmed with excitement; this was the first time he got to experience a live performance up close since the days of the "Heavenly Idol" program.

The passionate, exhilarating feeling he had back then surged back anew.

Watching a live performance was truly a pleasure—be it the visuals or the audio—it was far more impactful than any music video.

On camera, the girls’ appearances, their collective dance, and voices were often distorted and magnified unnaturally.

But live performances weren’t like that, especially when experiencing such close proximity to the idols.

It felt as if he was personally interacting face-to-face with Lv Fangxin.

The costumes today were absolutely stunning. Compared to their debut stage, which was practically a dark mark in their history, this was a huge improvement.

If these girls were given enough time, they could unquestionably deliver a world-class stage performance.

At the start of this performance, Meng Meixuan was clearly a bit nervous.

She hadn’t been on stage for a long time, and based on the planned rehearsal, she was slated to receive a close-up shot.

Which meant that her opening line was critically important.

Luckily for her, singing was the primary focus this time, allowing her to perform exceptionally well. Her slightly magnetic voice instantly captivated the audience.

At the pool inspired by European architecture, Wu Zixuan sang the second line, followed by Lv Fangxin.

Li Ke noticed something surprising—this girl could actually sing, and she wasn’t off-key.

With a radiant smile, Jiang Mengqi emerged gracefully from the castle’s column-lined corridor, like an ethereal sprite from a magical realm.

Although her voice was fairly average, the song posed no difficulty for her, and she imbued it with an emotional resonance that complemented the melody beautifully.

Next came Ye Yuwei, whose stunning beauty had reached the pinnacle of her youth. Her smile was truly breathtaking.

Her delicate movements were as exquisite as an ivory-carved dancing fan gently swaying among flowers.

When Ye Yuwei’s voice graced the melody, it elevated the song’s quality to another level. Though she hadn’t reached Duan Yuxin’s level of mastery, she was still a professional-grade singer.

Then it was Yang Ni’s turn, her signature short golden hair marking the final prelude to the chorus.

When Duan Yuxin’s voice rang out, it was as if she unleashed some ethereal magic that instantly activated the soul of the song.

The camera panned as Meng Meixuan, leaning on the weathered marble columns, walked forward and started the second verse.

Fu Xiaoyu and Zhang Zijing followed seamlessly, their performances filled with maturity and grace.

Thanks to the groundwork laid by their fellow members, any initial nervousness had dissipated entirely.

Zhang Zijing sang spectacularly, her expression management impeccable. Her eyes, no longer cold as they had been in the past, now carried a soft, springlike tenderness.

Ye Yuwei and Lai Ruoxuan picked up the melody next.

Then came the grand group chorus by all 11 members. During this segment, Meng Meixuan and Fu Xiaoyu moved in harmony, their gazes meeting as they high-fived in mid-air. Ye Yuwei stepped out from the crowd and stood between them.

It was just at this moment that the lighting cascaded down like a shower of stars.

The stage, bathed in dreamy shades of pink and lavender, felt like an otherworldly vision. The dazzling lights overhead danced rhythmically to the music, creating mesmerizing dynamic patterns that captivated everyone.

The 11 of them moved to the front of the stage and started their synchronized dance. Though it was simple, in the glow of the lights and the enchantment of the song, they appeared as dreamlike figures floating in a kaleidoscopic fantasy realm. Graceful and ethereal, they bloomed like flowers of aspiration.

Li Ke burst into tears, overcome by the beauty of the scene. It felt like the zenith of an era, a poignant celebration of youth.

Lv Fangxin darted effortlessly into her next move.

Her delicate face curled into a subtle smile, and even the strands of her hair seemed to dance in the air.

Li Ke’s eyes were filled with these jade-like beauties, yet the girl who was just steps away from him felt simultaneously near and heartbreakingly unreachable.

She was the object of his affection and devotion, yet always the dream he could never truly attain.

Suddenly, Li Ke felt a deep ache in his chest—a wave of sorrow and longing seeping into his every cell.

"Lv Fangxin will inevitably belong to another man someday. When that day comes, what am I supposed to do?"

The fans in the audience were now entirely engrossed in the performance. Unable to contain themselves, they shouted out, stretched their hands towards their idols, yearning to make contact. All this was seen by the 11 girls on stage.

Although they’d rehearsed their performance countless times, the genuine thrill of seeing live fans was exhilarating. 𝑓𝘳𝘦𝑒𝑤𝑒𝘣𝘯ℴ𝘷𝘦𝓁.𝑐𝑜𝑚

Feeling truly alive and tangible, they realized they were stars—the beloved idols of these enthusiastic fans.

Though words couldn’t fully capture these emotions, the feelings managed to touch and inspire every member of the group.

Through every sung note, every step in formation, they exchanged glances and absorbed one another’s energy.

At this moment, they were truly united as one team.

A team worthy of the title "Huaxia’s Number One Girl Group."

The shadow of "Rankings Anxiety" began to fade away.

As the final verse arrived, the stage was all that remained in their collective consciousness.

"I am my teammates; my teammates are me."

The audience’s screams and cheers faded away completely.

The girls weren’t merely completing choreographed moves but were deeply engaged in expressing their interpretations of the music’s rhythm and the lyrics’ sentiment.

The fans below were utterly spellbound—was this what Huaxia’s Number One Girl Group truly embodied?

Before now, Li Ke and many others hadn’t cared much about a group’s performance itself.

Most were solo stans, drawn solely to their chosen idols.

Today, however, they were thoroughly immersed in this magnificent show.

The achievements of the stage design, lighting, and professional camera team played a crucial role.

The environment they created gave everyone a sense of having co-crafted a perfect stage alongside their idols.

The grandeur came to an end, and the four-minute performance sparkled like fleeting fireworks before blinking out.

The 11 girls, now back in the backstage lounge, sat on the couch, replaying every moment in their minds.

"Oh my gosh, what kind of stage did we just perform on?" Wu Zixuan asked, her small mouth slightly open, her eyes shining brightly.

"A divine stage. The kind every artist dreams of," Jiang Mengqi replied with a grin.

"Next time someone says I can’t sing, I’m going to punch them," Yang Ni joked loudly.

Leaning against Ye Yuwei, Zhang Zijing wore an expression of sheer joy. "This time, no one’s going to bash us, right?"

"No one who matters criticizes us. Give us time, and we’ll deliver even better stages," Ye Yuwei asserted confidently.

"Yes! The ultimate statement of an idol exists in their performance," Meng Meixuan added with heartfelt emotion.

"I wonder when we’ll get to have a stage like this again," Fu Xiaoyu said wistfully.

"There will be many more to come, as long as we prove our commercial value," Ye Yuwei encouraged the group.

"Sister Yezi, did I perform well today?" Lv Fangxin asked hesitantly, despite believing deep down that she did.

"You performed wonderfully. Your singing and dancing were spot-on. You’ve truly become a performer who can both sing and dance, Lv Fangxin," Ye Yuwei reassured her.

"Hehe!"

Lv Fangxin couldn’t help but laugh foolishly. The feeling of recognition was simply too satisfying.

"I still want more; it was such an amazing experience," Meng Meixuan said with a chuckle.

"I feel like tonight was our happiest moment," Lv Fangxin chimed in, raising her hand in celebration.

"This group is truly growing," Fu Xiaoyu said, sounding sentimental.

"Even when we were apart for work or hadn’t seen each other for a long time, the moment we stood on stage together again, a unified force emerged," Jiang Mengqi remarked seriously.

"This stage was so magical because all of us were here today. I used to feel so suppressed and lost, as if everything ahead of me was bleak. The truth was, I was missing all of you," Ye Yuwei said, her gaze filled with sincerity as she looked around at everyone.

"Alright, cut the sentimental stuff—I don’t want to cry!" Yang Ni yelled.

At that, everyone exploded into laughter.

Just then, Lai Ruoxuan burst into the room, bouncing along while carrying a huge bag and wearing a black mask.

"Snacks are here! Snacks are here!" she shouted excitedly.

"Ah! Wow!"

All the girls cheered gleefully, thrilled at the treats provided by the program.

"Let’s see what’s inside!"

"Do we have little crispy cakes?"

"I want this one—this looks so yummy!"

"Are we acting too uncivilized?"

"Do we need to be lady-like while eating? We’re not a ’demure and delicate’ girl group."

The snack bag rapidly deflated as everyone gathered around the table, eating joyfully.

Someone turned on music, and the group instinctively broke into dance once more, their laughter and every move teeming with vitality—it was pure youth.