The Movie Queen's Demon Sect Leader [Transmigration] GL - Chapter 6
Unfortunately, An Ruoshui didn’t see Luo Xuange on set the next day.
Maintaining her aloof public persona, she naturally wouldn’t ask the crowd leader about Luo Xuange’s whereabouts.
When she had a break, An Ruoshui prepared to message Luo Xuange. But then she remembered Luo Xuange’s indifferent attitude towards her last night, so in a huff, she turned off her phone and dedicated herself to studying her script and acting.
Meanwhile, Sect Leader Luo was called to the company early this morning by Xu Xiu because the audition was scheduled to start that morning.
This audition was entirely live-streamed online, and Sect Leader Luo’s phone, like those of other contestants, was naturally confiscated.
The host, Mu Ling, in her professional attire and signature smile, stood among the contestants, introducing the selection process.
“For the next three weeks, everyone will be cut off from outside contact. During these three weeks, it’s all up to your own efforts. The top twenty contestants by total votes will directly advance to the finals.”
Meng Xiaomeng stood beside Luo Xuange. She whispered to Luo Xuange, “This is different from the talent shows I used to watch on TV, isn’t it?”
“Mm.” Luo Xuange didn’t know what a talent show was, and there was no related knowledge in the original owner’s memories either.
Mu Ling paused for a minute to allow the contestants time to process the information.
Mu Ling continued, “After three weeks, you’ll advance to the finals. At that time, you can have external help to gather votes. The top three contestants with the most votes after the finals will receive a mysterious grand prize provided by our An Group.”
Mu Ling went on to explain some minor details, while Luo Xuange listened to Meng Xiaomeng’s quiet murmurs beside her.
“Wow, a mysterious grand prize from the An Group! Xuange, do you think it might be important roles in movies or TV shows?” Meng Xiaomeng was full of fighting spirit for this program.
Luo Xuange knew very little about the entertainment industry, so she wasn’t clear about the An Group’s standing in the industry, nor did she understand what “external help” meant.
However, for the first three weeks, contestants could only rely on their own strength to gain votes. If the An Group didn’t manipulate things behind the scenes for their contestants, then this program was relatively fair.
After all, no matter how strong an artist’s team behind them might be, the artist themselves could never be a brainless or unskilled presence.
Luo Xuange didn’t want to dampen Meng Xiaomeng’s enthusiasm. Instead, she became more proactive along with Meng Xiaomeng.
The first round began with talent performances, based on the skills listed in the special skills section of the submitted application forms.
The online live stream had already started. This program, funded by the An Group, was highly anticipated by many online.
Within half an hour of the live stream starting, the number of viewers had already reached tens of thousands.
There were over a hundred contestants for the audition, so naturally, not everyone would be introduced individually on camera. However, since it was a full live broadcast, cameras were installed in the contestants’ living quarters, rooms, and even corridors. Except for the bathrooms, all areas would be visible to the public.
However, filming would stop at 8 PM and resume live streaming at 7 AM the next morning.
It was now 10 AM, the live stream officially began, and the audition started. All contestants lined up to draw their number tags for the next three weeks.
In the Live Stream Chatroom:
Eating Melon Monkey: It’s a full live broadcast, this melon feels huge.
Confusion Like a Whirling Wind: I heard you can invite outside help for the finals, I wonder if my idol will be invited. So excited.
My Worldview Reconstructed by Me: Wonder what the contestants’ looks are like.
Dolphin Laughing in the Sea: The first round is talent, right? I just saw some contestants preparing.
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The contestants in the venue were unaware of the online conversations and discussions. Even their vote counts were only announced once a week.
Meng Xiaomeng leaned closer to Luo Xuange: “What should I do? I’m so nervous. I saw so many people who can play the violin. Compared to them, my special skill doesn’t feel special anymore.”
Meng Xiaomeng had a sweet and lovely appearance. As soon as she entered the live stream, sharp-eyed viewers noticed her, and after being recommended by others in the chatroom, many people naturally started paying attention to Meng Xiaomeng.
Now, seeing Meng Xiaomeng talking to a tall, slender, and rather aloof girl, everyone watched very carefully.
The live stream chat was flooded with comments comforting Meng Xiaomeng. Many also waited for Luo Xuange to offer comfort.
After a long pause, Luo Xuange finally blurted out:
“Perhaps you could do the opposite and play a particularly terrible piece for everyone. That also counts as a special skill, after all, not everyone can kill people invisibly with a musical instrument.” Sect Leader Luo’s words were sincere and heartfelt. In her previous life, her Demon Sect’s Right Protector had mastered demon music with a guzheng. When played with internal energy, it could invisibly disrupt an enemy’s meridians and internal cultivation, truly killing without a trace.
As soon as Luo Xuange spoke, the live stream chat instantly exploded.
Micro of a Sunny Day: This… are they friends or enemies?
Seven Cool: Probably frenemies.
So Lame: Am I the only one who thinks Miss Luo seriously tricking her teammate is adorable? LOL.
Addicted to You: You’re not the only one upstairs. Miss Luo is so cute, forcefully taking her away.
Tired and Weary: Xiaomeng should break up with Miss Luo, bad choice of friends LOL.
I Mess Around, You Clean Up!: Break up, break up, Xiaomeng, come to big sister’s arms, big sister will comfort you.
The Husky Next Door: Black-bellied Luo, stay away from my Meng!
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Meng Xiaomeng nodded thoughtfully, then suddenly grabbed Luo Xuange’s hand with gratitude: “Wow, that’s brilliant, really. Xuange, you’re so smart. There’s no rule that says the best-sounding piece is the only special skill, right?”
“Mm.” Luo Xuange nodded gravely.
So, the two decided that they would play as badly as possible later.
Live Stream Chatroom:
It exploded again!!!
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“Number 17, Meng Xiaomeng.”
When the host called Meng Xiaomeng’s name, Meng Xiaomeng went up with her violin.
Before leaving, she gave Luo Xuange a big hug.
Meng Xiaomeng’s earlier lack of confidence completely vanished. Now, her face held joy and excitement, and she clutched her violin tightly, as if it were the source of her strength.
Meng Xiaomeng bowed deeply to the three judges in front of her. In the selection process, the judges also had voting rights, and each of their votes represented ten votes from ordinary netizens. Each judge could give a maximum score of ten. Therefore, a good first impression on the judges was also crucial.
Meng Xiaomeng first briefly introduced herself, then glanced in Luo Xuange’s direction, and then nodded firmly at Luo Xuange.
In the Live Stream Chatroom:
I Mess Around, You Clean Up!: Xiaomeng, pay attention! This is a competition…
Tired and Weary: Looking at this posture, she’s not really going to play as badly as possible, is she?
Pigsy, Love Beauties: I’m the judge’s ears, who will save me!
So Lame: Quick, save the person upstairs.
Sisters’ Hearts, Besties’ Love: Everyone move aside, CPR is coming.
Young Man’s Crazy Moves: Do you think Xiaomeng will cry if she doesn’t get selected later?
Lonely Soul: Lighting a candle for black-bellied Luo, Xiaomeng will definitely lose it later.
Netizen N: Lighting a candle for black-bellied Luo N
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Meng Xiaomeng closed her eyes, her mind a blank. She completely forgot all the musical scores she had memorized. For a moment, she relived the excitement and joy of holding a violin for the first time as a child.
With a slight movement of her arm, the sound of the violin floated through the venue.
Slowly, she immersed herself in the music, in the melody. The novelty of first learning to recognize scales and notes, the joy of first learning to play a song, the happiness of being praised for the first time. She gradually recalled the most unforgettable grievances, the most unbearable pain, and the sorrow of licking her wounds alone when misunderstood, from her not-so-long youth.
The excitement of participating in this audition, the yearning for a beautiful future, the anticipation and dreams for tomorrow, the regret for past mistakes, big and small.
For a moment, using a song that was neither a song nor a tune, she poured all her experiences and all her heart into playing a piece, feeling the joys and sorrows of life within the venue.
When the piece ended, many people in the audience covered their ears, many covered their mouths and noses, and many more pulled out tissues to wipe away tears.
Meng Xiaomeng put down her violin, a faint smile on her lips, and bowed again to the three judges below, looking very satisfied.
The three judges wiped away their tears as they gave their scores.
In the Live Stream Chatroom:
Netizen 1: Raise your paw if you cried listening to it. I want to know I’m not the only one who cried like a dog.
Netizen 2: Raise paw. It was so… terrible. But I inexplicably smiled along with the music, and then inexplicably cried along with the music.
Netizen 3: I heard music can create resonance. Suddenly I feel bad for my Meng. No more talk, going to vote.
Netizen 4: I was going to wait until all the talent displays today were over to vote for my favorite, but foolish Xiaomeng, say no more. Isn’t it just votes? Take them, take them.
Netizen 5: If this doesn’t count as a special skill, then what in this world does? Cheering for black-bellied Luo and foolish Xiaomeng, cheering madly.
Author’s Note:
Foolish Xiaomeng: Xuange, you’re so amazing~!
Sect Leader Luo: Hmm, this one allows you to worship me!
Foolish Xiaomeng: Wow (#’O′) Xuange, you’re amazing, amazing~!
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Movie Queen An: I don’t know those two idiots upstairs!