I'm Crushing on Gorgeous Faces in Variety Shows!-Chapter 414: Enjoy Your Last Moments of Being Whole
The director was immune to their charm, and his thoughts were still clear as he replied:
"Every round of the game will start with a different initial score, which we can’t see yet."
Seated between two beauties, Shu Ran couldn’t hold back anymore and was eager to start: "Then let’s begin!"
"No rush."
The director instructed a group of photographers behind him to split into two groups and head down the steps, with cameras set up every three meters from the platform down to the lawn below.
Once everyone was in position, the director gave the nine of them a kind and gentle smile.
"Enjoy the wonderful feeling of having a healthy body one last time."
Music from the red carpet ceremony played through hidden speakers on the castle grounds, and the ushers in black suits and white gloves gestured for them to "walk the red carpet."
"After so many episodes, we finally have a proper entrance ceremony! All you photographers below, keep your hands steady. Make me look fabulous! If possible, could you use some slow-motion?"
The photographers gave an OK sign.
Guan Yu lifted her dress and smiled as she descended the stairs, with Wei Yi and Shi Yuhuai following behind her. The three made their way down the winding gray-white stone staircase from the second-floor platform.
Apart from the main camera streaming the broadcast, the other cameras began snapping photos. The flashlights were dazzling, making Guan Yu’s eyes dazed.
Watching from above, Shu Ran said, "It really feels like a red carpet now. I’ve never tried walking a red carpet in a gown like this."
She stood tall, adjusted her gown, getting ready to step into the scene.
Mu Qiu felt slightly nervous, looking at the blinding flashlights below, thinking she might be "blinded" soon.
Guan Yu had already reached the middle of the stairs, stopping there with her hands on her hips, expertly using a feather fan to strike poses.
Behind her, Shi Yuhuai maintained his usual runway look, expressionless and with an air of cold elegance and nobility. Wei Yi tried his best to act cool with hands in his pockets, but his baby-faced look didn’t help much.
Originally, Guan Yu wanted to swish her skirt around, but unfortunately, the Victorian skirt wasn’t very swishable, so she could only focus on striking poses.
Thus, she remained in the middle of the stairs without moving.
Mu Qiu leaned against the stone pillar railing, lazily speaking: "Can certain people stop hogging the red carpet? The photographers are tired, and watch out for Brother Huai’s long legs kicking up there."
Li Yang chimed in: "Exactly! Can you hurry up? Lingering up there for so long, the photographers aren’t even capturing you anymore!"
Guan Yu grunted unhappily, put away the feather fan, lifted the heavy skirt again, and continued down.
Upon reaching the last step, she swayed her skirt side to side, then leaned back against the shoulders of Wei Yi and Shi Yuhuai, striking an ending pose.
"Perfect!"
She both struck the poses and made the most of it. Now her glamorous photos should be all over the internet.
This time Guan Yu was satisfied, retreating with the two gentlemen to the side.
Then it’s Mu Qiu’s turn.
Mu Qiu hadn’t walked a proper red carpet before, let alone in an intricate medieval gown down the castle steps. So standing on the stairs, looking at the group of photographers below and the flat lawn, the only thought that came to her mind was—
If I trip on my skirt and fall, will I expose myself? Can Li Yang catch me in time? If I fall, is it already slated for today’s trending topic #MuQiuTrippingOnStairsExpose#?
She quietly swallowed, and suddenly a hand reached out beside her.
Qiu Shuang’s hand was palm up, extended before her, with the other hand behind his back, slightly bowing as he said: "Would you like some support? You can lift your skirt with one hand."
On the other side, Li Yang also bent carefully to lift a corner of her skirt.
"I’ll help you. I’m right behind you. This dress is really thick, with multiple layers."
Mu Qiu hesitated for a moment, then gently placed her slender arm on the back of Qiu Shuang’s hand. Li Yang helped move her skirt, making sure she walked gracefully down the stairs.
The two modern-day gentlemen protectively escorting a medieval princess, stopping intermittently to give photographers ample time to capture.
The burgundy court gown accentuated skin tone, especially in such sunny weather. In the camera, Mu Qiu’s limbs were slender, skin delicate, with a tightly cinched waist, creating a graceful silhouette, both retro and stunning.
"Smile for the center camera," Qiu Shuang whispered gently.
Mu Qiu curved her lips into a bright smile for the center camera.
Controlling her diet, with stretching and cardio training for over a month had been really worthwhile, she thought. Although she didn’t do any runway or stage work, at this moment, that single frame, her past efforts paid off.
Plus, she wondered whether it was an illusion, feeling the bust-waist corset was tighter than before.
Amidst countless thoughts, their group finished walking, and the last group took the stage.
Again, the lady was positioned in the center, though slightly standing back.
Jiang Lu had Shu Ran’s hand on the back of his hand, while Cheng Zhirang kept to himself, rebuttoning his suit after sitting, his impressive long legs stepped down, each step brightened the flashlights below.
Mu Qiu stood below, feeling herself about to be blinded.
The previous flashlights left her eyes sore, unable to close them while focusing on the camera. After stepping off, the dry, aching sensation couldn’t be held back, causing reflex tears.
Looking up at Cheng Zhirang, her eyes were glistening, with a hint of pink powder.
Cheng Zhirang felt his throat tighten seeing this.
Shu Ran seemed indifferent to the eye-contact interactions between the two couples. All she cared was that the most attractive and popular male guests on the show were beside her, and she must showcase her beauty.
Not quite a golden couple couple, but she would ensure the media knew that even standing between them, Shu Ran would not be outshone.
Thus, she seriously turned this "showcase of healthy limbs and body" into a high-end brand fashion display.
In self-deception, she believed all the flashlights were meant for her.
Meanwhile, the show’s official account simultaneously uploaded excellent photos from each group’s "healthy showcase display" online.
["Different Variety Show" official account: Don’t say I don’t spoil my fans, here you go. Whether you use it as a wallpaper or profile picture, hang it in the house and kiss it daily, or print it on a pillow to cuddle with—the choice is yours. Single shots, group shots, we satisfy all your desires.]
A group of drooling viewers responded below.
[So handsome it’s making my teenage crush bloom]
[Is chivalry a strict requirement at Qiu Shuang’s company? He’s such a gentleman.]
[Shu Ran: I knew you were all looking at me, definitely not at the two beside me]
[Mu Qiu’s figure is ridiculously amazing!]
[Li Yang and Qiu Shuang dared not lower their heads, not even daring to glance around Mu Qiu]
[I want to be Shu Ran now, with one intensely desired unattached person on the right, and one intensely unattainable attached person on the left]
[Yesterday I bet with friends whether Brother Cheng would act on bringing someone back...]
[The outfit looks nice, but it’s too thick; medieval court dresses have multiple layers. I see Mu Qiu’s hairline is sweaty]
[Saving photos while lamenting my phone’s lack of storage]
[Could I join you if I print Brother Cheng and Mu Qiu on my pillow?]
