Early in the morning, the three of them squatted on the stairwell and ate breakfast, during which they talked about Lin Rui's peculiar hobby in the recording studio.

Because she had worked with Lin Rui before and hadn't noticed anything unusual at the time, Bai Wanqiu couldn't understand why Shen Yun and Sun Youlin reacted with such fear and apprehension when discussing this matter.

Now, separated by the glass, Bai Wanqiu witnessed the famous scene of Shen Yun and Sun Youlin crying, and then noticed Lin Rui walking towards her. At this moment, Bai Wanqiu also became nervous.

"Don't look at me, you sing yours, I'll just listen."

Lin Rui said something seemingly casually.

Are you sure you just want to listen?

At this moment, Bai Wanqiu became even more nervous.

Watching others have a good time is enjoyable, but letting others have a good time is torture.

But having become a second-tier celebrity through her own abilities, Bai Wanqiu naturally had a good mindset, quickly adjusted her state, and began to sing.

Lin Rui's shift from initial observation to final closed-eye listening, from scrutiny to appreciation, allowed Bai Wanqiu, who was secretly observing, to secretly breathe a sigh of relief, and her initial nervousness began to ease.

When the song ended, Lin Rui clapped softly: "Very good, this song really suits you."

"I love this song."

Bai Wanqiu looked at Lin Rui with gratitude: "Thank you."

Lin Rui just smiled slightly, but Bai Wanqiu was a little curious: "It's a pity that this song can be used in the semi-finals instead of the knockout stage."

Bai Wanqiu's words were based on her own strength; she was confident that she could rely on the songs in the official dictionary to make it into the semi-finals, or even the finals!

"As I said before, at this stage you need to quickly establish enough influence so that you can perform better and better on stage."

It was obvious that Lin Rui knew what Bai Wanqiu was thinking.

"In my mind, this song is absolutely a trump card, and I also have some good cards in my hand, so there's really no need to play my trump card right away."

Bai Wanqiu was still making a last-ditch effort.

But she also knew that the song was given by Lin Rui, so the decision-making power was still in Lin Rui's hands. She had no power to resist whatever Lin Rui asked her to do.

Unless she abandons the song.

But then again, would she be willing to let go of such a good thing that's been handed to her like this?

Is that possible?

Only an idiot would make that choice!

"A royal flush?"

Lin Rui gave Bai Wanqiu a strange look: "That's a vivid analogy, but what if you had a winning hand of royal flushes? Would you split them up and play them separately?"

Bai Wanqiu didn't react at first, but suddenly, an intense disbelief flashed in her eyes.

After a long pause, Bai Wanqiu took a deep breath and said in as calm a tone as possible, "I understand. I will definitely win the gold medal in the mixed group."

Shen Yun and Sun Youlin were both observing Lin Rui and Bai Wanqiu's conversation, but after watching for a long time, they couldn't figure out anything, let alone what the two were talking about.

Half an hour later, Lin Rui clapped his hands.

The three understood each other and walked out of the recording studio one after another.

"It's getting late, you should head to the stadium now."

"Weren't you supposed to give us some guidance on today's entries?"

Shen Yun asked a question subconsciously.

She regretted asking as soon as she did.

I've only just gotten over my trauma!

It's like someone finally managed to climb out of one pit, only to dig another one and jump right in.

When did I start to enjoy being a masochist?

Upon hearing Shen Yun's words, Sun Youlin was completely distraught.

"You mean this? I just took some time to record it for you two, and I've already sent it to your phones. Listen to it a few times on the way."

After saying that, Lin Rui turned and left.

He needs to prepare for the next steps and doesn't have time to waste with these three.

After Lin Rui left, Sun Youlin and Shen Yun both breathed a sigh of relief.

"Next time you're looking for thrills, could you please not take me with you? At least when I'm not around, right?"

Sun Youlin looked at Shen Yun, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.

"A mistake, this was definitely a mistake."

Shen Yun felt a little embarrassed, then cleared her throat: "Let's go to the stadium first. This time, ride in my car, and we can talk on the way."

Among the entire Shenzhou team, only Shen Yun, Sun Youlin, and Bai Wanqiu were able to enjoy this level of nanny-like treatment.

Strictly speaking, Bai Wanqiu can only be considered half a [something].

Although Sun Youlin and Shen Yun complained, they were actually extremely grateful.

They knew very well that if it weren't for Lin Rui's strictness towards them all along, they would never have achieved their current status, let alone brought glory to the country!

"Huh?"

"You noticed too?"

"Shen Yun and Sun Youlin have made great progress. They are completely different from yesterday."

"This shows that they have a master mentor behind them, otherwise it would be impossible for them to have such a good grasp of every lyric."

"Have you noticed that their confidence has improved today, unlike yesterday? I was worried for them, afraid that they might sing off-key if they weren't careful."

…

Many industry insiders who follow Shen Yun and Sun Youlin have expressed their opinions.

Of course, they could easily guess who the mastermind behind Shen Yun and Sun Youlin's guidance was—it was probably just Fu Sheng.

Despite being competitors, Shen Yun and Sun Youlin currently represent Shenzhou, and on the fundamental principle, they share the same goal: to unite against external threats!

So when Shen Yun and Sun Youlin advanced to the elimination rounds, many celebrities congratulated them on social media.

The twenty people selected yesterday are also paying attention to Shen Yun and Sun Youlin's performance, since everyone saw them last night and knows how they performed.

To be honest, the two of them were barely passable last night, but their performance on stage today, singing the same song, sounded like different people singing it.

"Teacher Fusheng must have given them extra tutoring."

Jinxi's face lit up with anticipation: "With Teacher Fusheng's guidance tonight, I'm becoming more and more confident in winning the gold medal in the high-pitched women's group."

Not only Jinxi, but the other nineteen people also had similar thoughts.

As soon as the competition ended, these people left the World Arts Conference venue without prior arrangement. They didn't even bother to shower or rest, and instead had their drivers or drove themselves to Tianrui Building.

Although they understood that Lin Rui wouldn't arrive so early, they were always afraid of the unexpected. Who could guarantee that Lin Rui wouldn't make a rash decision and start the class early?

"This is a song that Teacher Fusheng prepared for you? Is it just for tomorrow's elimination round?"

Jinxi stayed in the recording studio for a long time, constantly pacing between Sun Youlin, Shen Yun, and Bai Wanqiu's recording booths.

Jinxi's eyes lit up as she listened to the three songs, but the thought that these songs were only used in the elimination rounds made her feel a pang of regret.

These three songs are absolutely gold medal caliber; using a mere elimination round is like using a sledgehammer to crack a nut!

Damn it!

Everyone says that the competition in the popular group is fierce and the competition is inhumane, but with these three people being treated like babysitters, as long as they don't mess things up, what's the difference between them and being guaranteed a spot in the gold medal?

Jinxi admitted that at this moment she was a little jealous of the treatment Bai Wanqiu and Shen Yun received.

As for Sun Youlin?

Go cool off somewhere else!

Why are you men meddling in women's business?

In fact, Jinxi wasn't the only one lingering in the recording studio, feeling envious. Everyone in the vocal group was probably feeling the same way.