Chapter 432: Stunning Lead Vocalist & Cool Guy Rapper 17

Wen Yu simply turned away, pretending she hadn't seen anything.

Great, at this moment Liang Hong began introducing Valuri.

"Let's welcome Valuri next! Let's do an introduction!"

Wen Yu exhaled, saying the slogan she hadn't shouted in a year, together with his teammates.

"Hey everyone! We're Valuri!"

The five spoke in unison, their eyes shining with the same light and their longing for the stage.

Recently, Valuri's joining of Stellar Music has been generating a lot of buzz, so the program team naturally wouldn't let this topic pass, especially since the former junior team Light from their company is also on stage.

Liang Hong followed the script and asked.

"Our Valuri is truly full of energy! Lately everyone's saying that as an idol group, joining Stellar Music Studio, which focuses on music, is a very bold move."

"Do you yourselves have any trouble adapting?"

Wen Yu took the microphone, flashed a bright smile at the camera, and spoke gently, "No, Manager Chen treats us well; at least there won't be a shortage of practice rooms."

Liang Hong's official smile froze; he didn't expect the captain to be so straightforward.

He furtively glanced at the Light members standing nearby, then quickly seized the chance to continue pressing.

"And how do the other members feel? Any different sensations after joining Stellar Music?"

Ren Pingsheng thought for a moment, then handed the microphone to Jin Chen.

Jin Chen spoke even more bluntly: "Yeah, we don't have to see people we don't want to, we don't have to worry about allergic shock, and our belongings won't end up in others' hands."

He still wanted to say something, but Yu Jinzhou quickly patted the back of his hand; Jin Chen fell silent, blinked, and nodded, "Just like that."

The members of the other teams on site gaped, their gossiping eyes darting back and forth between the two teams.

That's so bold!

〖I swear I swear!! Val team is the bravest in the universe!! Song Xing Entertainment is a dog company! 〗

〖Hahahaha, Zhouzhou is Chen'er's manual mute button! 〗

〖Isn't this just setting down the bowl and scolding mom? Who's being all yin-yang weird? Our Lai team is upright and proper! 〗

〖Some people, don't make me laugh to death; without naming names, why rush to admit it? ~〗

〖Upright Light, rushing to find fans to scold~〗

Liang Hong could already predict how explosive it would be if this remark were cut; he pressed his lips and then asked Light.

"As the former junior team, how do Light's members feel about Valuri's departure—any reluctance?"

Deng Jiaran's mouth twitched; although he knew it was for the show's effect, he truly didn't want to answer such a question.

He also didn't dare to confront Jin Chen directly like that, or else his uncle would surely scold him when he went back.

"Hmm… I think every choice is a brand‑new journey; perhaps there will be better development at the new company."

Jin Chen replied the next second: "Definitely, thanks for the blessings."

Deng Jiaran: "……" Who blessed you guys!

Applause and cheers from the other teams came from the scene, a bit of watching the drama without caring about the fuss.

Among them, the Obarlin Boy Band's cheers were the loudest.

They specialize in rock music, and they most enjoy dealing with genuine‑hearted people; it must be said that Valuri is very much to their taste.

All six teams have been introduced; the male and female teams are seated separately on either side of the stage.

Liang Hong began cueing the next segment.

"Well then, coming up is the segment everyone's been looking forward to—one‑on‑one selection!"

"Teams participate by drawing lots immediately; the draw order decides the selection. Each team sends one member, who goes on stage in order to perform a solo, then extends an invitation to the team they wish to face off against from their first stage. If the invitation is accepted, that team's member comes on stage to do a relay performance; if not, the team second in order continues performing, and so on."

"Once all teams have made their choices, the friendship match begins! This episode's friendship match does not count toward performance points, and the judges will provide commentary."

The teams on site cooperated, clapping and cheering.

Wen Yu, as the ultimate non‑lucky person, voluntarily let her teammates draw the lots.

"Who will go?"

Song Xing raised his hand: "Me!"

Ren Pingsheng grabbed him: "No, your luck isn't much better than Wen Ge's!"

〖Hahaha, Shengsheng manually muted the mic! 〗

〖Clumsy addict Song Xingxing! Top non‑lucky Wen Xiaoyu! 〗

Jin Chen grabbed Yu Jinzhou's arm, lifted it, and shook it: "Zhouzhou, you go."

"'Jinzhou! It's up to you!' Wen Yu wholeheartedly agreed with the suggestion."

"'My luck isn't great either…' Yu Jinzhou tilted his head, voice weak."

"'It's fine, you can do it; anyway, I'm the one who'll perform on stage.' Jin Chen gently patted his head."

"That's settled; Yu Jinzhou instantly relaxed, got up, and went to draw lots."

"But Yaoer, can you really say your rap content is fine and doesn't need any changes?" Song Xing covered his mouth with his hand, speaking while glancing at the Light members.

"I'm not afraid of what those Light guys think; I'm just afraid you'll get scolded."

"It's fine, I'm not scared."

Jin Chen remained very calm.

After all, that system is now on standby, raring to go.

After a few seconds of silence, 0731 suddenly spoke.

【Host, I feel you're pointing at me in your heart……】

【You're really smart.】

【……】It then silently reported a hater account, venting its dissatisfaction.

Great! Friends, the lottery order is out; first up for the confrontation selection is……Valuri!

Liang Hong clapped and welcomed, "Please invite Valuri, the member who will perform the selection, Jin Chen! Bring a rap performance!"

The four judges also sat up straighter, ready to enjoy.

Jin Chen stepped onto the stage from the waiting area, stood at the center, gazed at the audience, and his eyes lingered on the camera.

Then the stage lights went dark, leaving only a spotlight on Jin Chen; the whole venue fell silent.

He wore a black stage outfit today, making his figure appear even more slender; when the flute sounded, he lazily lifted his eyes, his voice low and deep.

"He is like trapped in a cage overgrown with thorns, like a marionette arbitrarily manipulated……"

As that line ended, the flute faded, and a delicate drum kit tone suddenly sounded, instantly strengthening the rhythm.

Jin Chen pulled the microphone from its stand, and several black-clad figures rushed onto the stage, trying to grab his back to prevent him from leaving.

"He tried to break free, but his whole body was covered in scars and bruises."

As the black-clad figures pursued him, Jin Chen stepped back a few steps, as if stepping on empty air, and was immediately seized tightly by them, tearing his suit jacket.

"Who can unlock his rust-covered shackles, alone licking his bloody wound?"

A harmony belonging to Yu Jinzhou came from the background, soft yet extremely penetrating.

"The pain cuts to the bone." Jin Chen curled his fingers, wiped the corner of his mouth, and his gaze shifted from bland to fierce.

"Pain envelops me, my voice dissipates in the wind."