When Jiang Yixing walked backstage early in the morning, the contestants were already doing their final rehearsal.
Everyone was on edge; the atmosphere was tense and serious.
Jiang Yixing's voice was interspersed among the contestants' conversations.
Her voice remained calm and gentle as always.
"Very good, let's continue like this."
"Don't be nervous, just show your best self."
"Very good! You've improved a lot!"
On the last day, Jiang Yixing did not offer any further suggestions, but instead gave the contestants more encouragement.
They'll be starting their hair styling session that afternoon, with only half a day to practice, so significant improvement is impossible. However, boosting their confidence will certainly add a touch of glamour to their performance.
As Jiang Yixing emerged from the group of trainees, he saw Mao Helin standing at the other end, talking to several trainees.
Jiang Yixing took five breakfasts from the breakfast area and delivered them to the other mentors who had just arrived. When she returned, Mao Helin had just finished giving his guidance.
"Teacher Mao, have you had breakfast yet?"
As Jiang Yixing spoke, he handed out the breakfast.
"Not yet, thank you."
The two sat down in the rest area and began to eat.
Looking at the bustling backstage area, with people hurrying by, Jiang Yixing sighed, "Time really flies."
It feels like my first day on this variety show was just yesterday.
"Um."
Mao Helin finished his toast in a few bites and nodded.
Time indeed flies by, and the final performance will soon begin. This is also the moment to see the contestants' efforts and reap the rewards.
Jiang Yixing sat in the audience, just like when he participated in the first evaluation, still sitting next to Mao Helin.
This time, however, the rankings will not be based on suggestions from the mentors, but rather on audience popularity.
Just like their strong abilities, Zhang Zhimin's group always performed first.
This time, their image was different from before; they changed into fairy-like clothes, looking ethereal and otherworldly.
The fans holding up their light sticks paused for a moment. Was this really Zhang Zhimin?
However, once the performance began, no one questioned it anymore.
"Aaaaaaahhhhhh—"
"Zhang Zhimin!!!"
"Minko!!! Charge!!!"
"Baby, I love you!!!"
"Tao! Ya! Ting! You're the center!"
The cheers from the audience were deafening, and Jiang Yixing smiled.
The second group followed closely behind. The stage lights were still dim, but a cheerful rhythm started playing first, and the lights bounced and shone on the contestants.
Bai Rao's high notes rang out as the lights shone on her. The high notes seemed to pierce people's eardrums, but they were not as harsh as falsetto. Instead, they were like a smooth stream flowing by.
"oh!!!!"
"Bai Rao!!!"
The atmosphere at the scene reached its peak.
The second group's performance was just as surprising as the first group's, and fans noticed that their idols seemed a little different today.
The cool and edgy style of the past has given way to a ladylike look; the sweet and cute style of the past has given way to a quirky and playful style; the strong dance skills of the past have given way to a unique singing voice; and the good vocals of the past have given way to a skillful dance performance.
surprise!
The entire performance left the audience with an impression that can be summed up in two words.
Before the live stream started, some fans were dissatisfied with Jiang Yixing's arrangements, but after watching the live stream, they had to admit that Jiang Yixing and Mao Helin's opinions were correct.
Both groups were refreshing and greatly improved the public's perception of them.
"I declare today's two performances to be the best stage in the Chinese entertainment industry!!"
"The stage for 'Youthful Poetry' was so well done!!"
"This is amazing! This is amazing! Brothers, everyone who hasn't seen it yet, go watch it!"
"Isn't this so much better than those talent shows that treated the audience like idiots?"
"Youthful poetry is the coolest thing ever! Get ready to shine!"
As online discussions grew louder, the event reached its final stage: the announcement of the rankings.
Whether it was the contestants, the fans, or even Jiang Yixing sitting next to the mentor, everyone started to feel a little nervous.
The camera kept panning across familiar faces, and a documentary about them from when they first entered the show to each performance stage was playing on the big screen.
Many fans were already in tears, but they still held up their light sticks, determined to give their idol face.
The final result was as expected. Unlike most shows that feature unexpected surprises, the final debut lineup was basically the same as the previous rankings.
The nine members who ultimately formed the group stood on the highest platform.
Tao Yating, Zhang Zhimin, Bai Rao…
Jiang Yixing scanned their faces one by one, each one displaying a joyful expression. Jiang Yixing smiled as well, wishing them well for the future.
The atmosphere on the other side was completely different. Soft sobs accompanied various kinds of choking. Vivian Hsu's heart had sunk to the bottom. As expected... it was still impossible for her to debut.
Vivian Hsu is a strong-willed person. When she saw the camera pan across her face, she immediately gave a professional smile, as if it were her first time.
Her slightly bitter smile instantly broke down all of Vivian Hsu's fans, who wept uncontrollably and cried out:
"Ruoxuan! Don't be sad!"
We will always stand behind you!
Jiang Yixing took in everything and felt a sense of awe.
Those who debut today may not have a smooth future, and those who don't debut may still be able to turn their lives around.
With the results finalized and rankings determined, everyone began to give their remarks.
Even when she was emotional, Tao Yating still gave the standard idol response, thanking her fans for their efforts.
However, her gaze finally fell on Jiang Yixing. "Finally, I would like to thank my mentors for their guidance, and also thank my teaching assistant, Jiang Yixing."
Tao Yating tilted her head and smiled, her smile was so cute that the fans screamed instantly.
Jiang Yixing returned a smile, which was displayed on the big screen, making the fans even more excited.
When it was Zhang Zhimin's turn to speak, her speech became more casual, and Jiang Yixing's name appeared frequently.
"I'm very grateful to Jiang Yixing; he's helped me a lot..."
"...It's not just about skills, but more importantly, about emotional support and guidance..."
"She's like a friend to me... always there for me..."
The mentors all looked at Jiang Yixing. So she had such a good relationship with the students? The first and second place winners both mentioned her separately.
Whether it was due to nervousness or something else, Zhang Zhimin's thoughts kept getting longer and longer, eventually turning into a eulogy for Jiang Yixing.
Jiang Yixing sat in the audience, clutched her head and groaned. Why did she always encounter such embarrassing moments?
And everyone else, including all the viewers watching the live stream online, had only one question in their minds:
Huh? Why is Jiang Yixing always getting thanked? What kind of magic does she possess?!
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