I was exposed for adding my female boss to my group of female friends.

The host was taken aback by Gu Yuqing's request and paused on stage for a moment before saying:

"Uh, I need to ask the production team about that... Oh, okay, the production team just said that you can discuss the song copyright issue with Chen Liang and Jin Lan after the competition."

Gu Yuqing leaned forward on the seat in front of her, whispered in Chen Liang's ear, and said in a slightly coquettish tone:

"Sell it to me? Okay? I really love this song."

Chen Ya gave a wry smile. He knew Gu Yuqing was trying to get him back, and he was used to it... But shouldn't there be some consideration for the occasion?

Aren't you ashamed to do this in front of a national audience?

Chen Ya nodded hurriedly and said, "Okay, okay." After dismissing President Gu, he was done.

Satisfied with having achieved her goal, Gu Yuqing sat back in her seat and smiled, "I have nothing else to say."

The host breathed a sigh of relief and said, "Okay, let's move on to the next round..."

Jia Yi and Guo Xiaoran both cast envious glances at Chen Ya.

In their eyes, Gu Yuqing's performance just now was simply a case of a catchy pop song hitting the nail on the head with the nouveau riche boss—a perfect match.

Chen Liang, that brat, is really lucky!

This kind of thing used to happen frequently. Some coal mine owners were rich and powerful, and each of them would have a favorite celebrity and do their best to promote them, even using songs that were clearly unsuitable as the theme song for their company culture.

Most of them became rich overnight, and their aesthetic sense is lacking, sometimes to say the least.

In Guo Xiaoran and Jia Yi's opinion, Gu Yuqing's interest in "Learning to Meow" falls into this category.

My song is better than "Learn to Meow" a thousand times over, why doesn't this kind of good thing happen to me!

……

The second to take the stage was Guo Lichuan, whose lyrics and music were written by Jia Yi, followed by Lu Chujiu.

Although both performers tried their best, compared to the previous "Learn to Meow," their performances only left the audience with the impression of "That's it?"

Indeed, in terms of depth and melodic complexity, the lyrics and music of the latter two songs completely surpass "Learn to Meow".

However, they are good in every way except for their sound.

Either the song portrays "small animals" but isn't "cute," or it pursues "cuteness" at the expense of being contrived.

In short, they all had an unpleasant odor.

There's a reason for this: Guo Xiaoran and Jia Yi prepared a topic called "Kill the Wolf," which has nothing to do with "cute little animals."

Let them rewrite it, but I can't bear to waste their inspiration, so I can only make use of what's left and pick out the melody to rearrange it.

This can make some parts appear stiff.

After the two finished singing, Ren Jinqing frowned as he listened.

He ultimately didn't leave any negative reviews, but he didn't give any positive ones either.

It seems he was convinced that the questions for this round of the competition were poorly designed, which is why all the contestants performed poorly.

Jia Yi and Guo Xiaoran, on the other hand, remained tense throughout the post-match commentary session, hoping that Gu Yuqing would single them out.

If we can sell the copyright, that would be great. At least this trip to the variety show wasn't a waste!

Unfortunately, Gu Yuqing hasn't said a word since she stood up for Chen Liang, making their excitement pointless.

Qin Yunshang, who appeared last, gave the show a strong boost with her stable performance.

Meng Xing, who partnered with Qin Yunshang, was not affected by the incorrect title; it was a song he wrote himself, and there was no off-putting attitude.

In addition, Qin Yunshang's style is versatile, capable of being both sweet and edgy, so she can easily handle a song about "cute little animals".

Finally, the host announced the start of audience voting, and the two judges gave their scores.

Before announcing the final results, the host kept everyone in suspense, speaking into the microphone:

"Ladies and gentlemen, the results of this round of competition are of great importance. The group ranked last will be directly eliminated."

"At the same time, both Jin Lan and Jia Yi have been marked with a revival tag. If they do not make it into the top two in this round, they will be eliminated."

"Therefore, dear viewers, please carefully consider your votes!"

After the host finished speaking, Jin Lan's heart, which had been gradually calming down, began to pound wildly again.

Jia Yi's face alternated between ashen and pale, his emotions fluctuating wildly.

Even if Jia Yi is not respectable, he can't be the first one eliminated in a variety show, right?

Chen Ya continued to close his eyes and rest, his expression calm and undisturbed.

His ranking in this round of competition will not affect anything.

If he doesn't get into the top two, Jinlan will be eliminated; even if he ranks last, he still has a chance to revive.

Besides, he didn't think he would get last place.

As the host gave the order, the final rankings appeared on the big screen.

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Chapter 453 The Final Battle

The results of this round of elimination matches were announced on the big screen.

First place: Qin Yunshang and Meng Xing.

Second place: Jin Lan, Chen Liang.

Third place: Lu Chujiu and Guo Xiaoran.

Fourth place: Guo Lichuan and Jia Yi.

Upon seeing the final rankings, Jin Lan slumped into her chair as if relieved, cupped her face in her hands, and began to sob silently.

Finally... I don't have to be eliminated anymore!

Her journey on this variety show was full of ups and downs. She never imagined she would have such a tortuous emotional journey, experiencing despair several times and coming back from the brink of elimination.

Jin Lan now has only one thought in her mind: choosing Chen Ya as her partner during the revival stage was the best decision she has ever made in her life, without exception!

Meng Xing shouted, "Nice! I'm number one!" and stood up, wildly performing monkey-style boxing.

This was the first time he had ever won first place; he never even dared to dream of it before.

Guo Xiaoran was still somewhat dissatisfied, while Lu Chujiu wiped her sweat, patted her chest, and whispered, "That was close!"

Although she barely passed with a low score again, she was already satisfied.

Only Jia Yi stared blankly at the screen, as if unable to accept reality, with a thousand galloping horses running through his mind.

"I was actually... eliminated..."

Unlike Jin Lan, he never thought he might be eliminated, whether when he came to participate in the variety show or until the rankings were just announced.

If we don't get first place this time, we should at least get second place, right?

But he was the first one to be eliminated, even Jin Lan outlived him.

How could he accept that?

Guo Lichuan, who was standing to the side, gave a bitter laugh and said with his head down, "I'm sorry, Teacher Jia, I've let you down. We've been eliminated!"

Jia Yi's mind went blank. Guo Lichuan's words seemed to drift through his mind like a gentle breeze; he heard them but couldn't understand their meaning.

"What did you say?" Jia Yi asked instinctively.

"I said, Teacher Jia, I'm sorry!" Guo Lichuan said loudly, thinking that he hadn't heard him clearly.

Jia Yi's expression and mood were both bleak.

He suddenly felt an urge to grab Guo Lichuan by the collar and berate him for what he was doing, and he also wanted to point at the camera and yell at the audience who were voting, asking what kind of taste these people had.

But people have already been eliminated, so saying anything now is useless and may even lead to the loss of what little dignity they have left.

The camera turned around, and Jia Yi's face appeared on the big screen. He tried to force a smile, wanting to show his magnanimity, but it looked worse than crying.

Just then, Gu Yuqing, sitting in the back row, muttered, "How come we're only second? What's going on?"

Chen Ya turned her head and said, "For this song, getting second place is good enough, isn't it? What place do you want to get?"

Gu Yuqing grumbled in dissatisfaction, "You should have gotten first place in every round!"

Chen Ya smiled wryly and said, "Just how much confidence do you have in me?"

Jia Yi's seat was right next to Chen Ya's, and Gu Yuqing was directly behind Chen Ya, so although their conversation was quiet, he heard it all clearly.

After listening to their conversation, intense jealousy overwhelmed his soul, causing his facial expression to gradually become distorted.

Why is this kid always so lucky? Why does he get the favor of a big shot like Gu Yuqing?

On what basis?

Jia Yi has become a household name.

The host walked onto the stage and announced in a loud voice:

"Let's congratulate Qin Yunshang and Meng Xing on winning first place!"

"At the same time, it is also very regrettable that Guo Lichuan and Jia Yi have been eliminated."

"I know this may sound harsh, but this is a competition, and competitions are ruthless. We have to accept this result. What are your thoughts on leaving this stage early?"

The microphone was first handed to Guo Lichuan.

Guo Lichuan didn't really care about this result. As an idol from a Japanese talent show, he was just there to be cannon fodder, and he had already gained a lot by going through one more round.

But after he took the microphone, tears streamed down his face. He cried on cue, and his acting skills completely surpassed those of some of today's young heartthrobs.

The host asked, "Guo Lichuan, did you feel regret after being eliminated?"

Guo Lichuan wiped away his tears as he said:

"Actually, I feel quite satisfied to have come this far. The opponents were all very strong, and I was prepared to be eliminated in the first round before I came. Getting this far has exceeded my expectations. However, it would be a lie to say that I have no regrets... I'm sorry, I can't help but feel a little emotional."

Guo Lichuan covered his face, his voice choked with emotion, and many viewers in the live stream expressed their sympathy.

"This young man is really great. He's humble, down-to-earth, and hardworking."

"Waaah, I voted for Jin Lan, but now I'm a fan of Guo Lichuan too. What should I do? I feel so bad."

"Keep up the good work, Xiao Guo! With this level of skill, you're sure to have a bright future!"

Guo Lichuan choked up more and more, becoming increasingly heartbroken, and it seemed less and less like an act. A big boy crying is always very endearing, especially a handsome one; many people have become fans because of it.

That's how the entertainment industry is; it's a mix of truth and falsehood, and sometimes even those involved can't tell the difference.

The host said in a low voice, "Okay, let's give Xiao Guo a little time and interview another person. Jia Yi, are you disappointed after being eliminated?"

Jia Yi had calmed down considerably by this point and nodded frankly, saying:

"It's a pity, I thought I could have made it to the end."

The host, eager to stir things up again, immediately said:

"What do you think was the main reason for your elimination this time?"

Jia Yi thought for a moment and said, "State, luck, strength, of course there are many reasons, I don't want to analyze it too much, it seems like I have no vision. Instead of reflecting on myself, I'd rather answer the audience with my next new song."

The host smiled and asked, "As you prepare to leave this stage, are there any classmates who left a deep impression on you? Is there anything you'd like to say to them?"

Jia Yi paused, then said with a touch of sentimentality:

"Meng Xing and Guo Xiaoran, we are known as the new generation of three musketeers. I hope they can carry my hopes to the end and show the youthful spirit of the Chinese music scene."

The host chuckled mischievously, "I noticed you didn't mention Chen Liang. You two had conflicts before. What's your relationship like?"

Jia Yi was taken aback, slightly embarrassed, and immediately said:

"You can't say that. I don't have any conflicts with him; it's just a matter of pride. Privately... we have a normal relationship."

He didn't continue, but his expression clearly showed his attitude—Chen Liang? Not familiar with him.

After several rounds of competition, Jia Yi's fan base and Chen Liang's fan base were almost locked in a fierce battle, with intense tension. Anyone who has ever been online knows about this.

Jia Yi had no intention of pretending to be familiar with Chen Liang in front of the camera, mainly because they simply didn't have a relationship.

His public statement triggered a barrage of insults in the live stream chat, instantly filling the screen.