CHAPTER 41: CHAPTER 41: YOU WANT TO JOIN CHANGHUI?

Wei Yaoyao obediently nodded, "I signed, I signed."

There were no photographers in the corridor, but there were a few surveillance cameras. They had no intention of avoiding people while speaking, and she didn’t mind when someone passing by leaned in to listen.

"Oh, right, you’re not a solo trainee."

Wei Yaoyao tousled the lamb curls in his hair, lost in thought, "I’m not, but Xie Qingci seems like he still hasn’t signed with an agency yet."

She seemed like she just discovered this secret, widening her eyes slightly in surprise, "He hasn’t signed yet? He should hurry, going solo isn’t easy. A lot of things require the help of an agency."

She didn’t say much more about Xie Qingci, and quickly changed the subject, speaking earnestly to them, "There should be opportunities to shoot commercials around this time. If you perform well and the company is supportive, you can start earning money now. You all need to work hard."

Like a caring sister, genuinely concerned about the future of her younger brothers.

Everyone was touched, nodding urgently, and seemed a bit reluctant when they saw her off.

He left after successfully completing her mission, patting her butt as she walked away.

It was quite late, and on the way back, she said to Mei:

"Keep an eye on online news about that guy Pei Lu from the program recently."

Mei’s expression turned strange, and she cautiously asked, "Sister, didn’t you swear to He that you would never take interest in a ’Grade A’ product?"

"Do I look like my taste is that bad?" Her tone was cool, "I just think he might cause some trouble."

Mei nodded, "Alright, alright, I’ll keep an eye on it."

No more words were exchanged along the way, as He leaned back in the back seat, nodding off from fatigue, only being awakened by Mei when they arrived and taken home.

The show team.

The lights in the dormitory area were bright, and the hundred energetic boys still showed no signs of sleepiness. Many were moving between rooms, creating a lively atmosphere everywhere.

Some gathered a group to hold a small concert, with plenty of instruments and willing singers, finding common ground together.

Others were exercising, chatting, or snacking. Naturally, there were also those who were still in the practice room and hadn’t returned.

Without phones, this was their way to kill time.

Wei Yaoyao, who loved the hustle, darted around, thinking about organizing an event where everyone would name each dorm.

Ning Yunchao was in his room, strumming a guitar and singing a song he had written and composed himself.

Xie Qingci returned quite late, drenched in sweat, as if fished out of water.

The pink training suit was soaked, clinging semi-transparently to his body, sticking awkwardly to his lower back, revealing the lines of his waist completely.

A clear ’dog waist’.

After he freshened up and came out, he grabbed a bottle of water from the table, finishing it in a few gulps, his jawline sharply defined as he tilted his head.

Wei Yaoyao pushed the door open and upon seeing him, remembered He’s words, so he sat on the bed and asked:

"Bro, you haven’t signed a company yet, have you?"

Ning Yunchao stopped playing the guitar and also looked at him.

Xie Qingci grabbed a towel to wipe his hair and nodded, "Not yet, why?"

"Today, when Yu Xia was leaving, she asked if I had signed. I’ve already got a management company, but I remembered you haven’t signed one yet. Has no one contacted you? Yu Xia has a point, being a solo trainee isn’t easy."

He’s real intention was to subtly remind him to quickly find a way to get in touch with Changhui Entertainment. She wasn’t going to be a nanny for her ex-boyfriend just for his convenience.

Based on her understanding of Xie Qingci, she thought just a mention from Wei Yaoyao would suffice for him to catch on.

But as soon as Wei Yaoyao finished speaking, Xie Qingci picked up on one key point —

"She asked if you signed?"

Wei Yaoyao: "Yeah, but she was just chatting before she left. Yu Xia is pretty nice."

Xie Qingci casually placed the towel down, "She is."

It was very late, and the lively dorm area was quieting down. Ning Yunchao used a towel to block the camera in the room and turned off the lights to sleep.

But before he could lie down, Wei Yaoyao beckoned him to the restroom.

The three big guys crammed inside, needing to tuck in their legs to fit, otherwise, it was too cramped.

Ning Yunchao whispered, "What’s up?"

What matter needed to be whispered in the bathroom at this hour, making it feel like they were planning a prison break?

Wei Yaoyao’s voice was so low it was almost inaudible, "About him—when he got injured, I think there’s something fishy."

Ning Yunchao glanced at Xie Qingci and then frowned, "Just don’t have much contact with him."

He also felt there was something odd, but wasn’t ready to open up completely with them either.

Xie Qingci was calm, his voice steady, "Sometimes you can’t avoid certain things even if you try, making it obvious can backfire."

Being a celebrity offspring, Ning Yunchao understood the industry’s twists and turns better, he sighed, "I only hope it doesn’t affect m—us."

Wei Yaoyao widened his eyes, "So it’s deliberate? Faking it?"

Naïve, needing everything spelled out.

Ning Yunchao rolled his eyes, "Who knows, but it’s definitely not going to end simple and easy, wait and see, there’s more to come."

Wei Yaoyao smacked his lips, "He’s really got the time to stir things up. Actually, everyone can see he’s trying, but his skills are lacking."

And he’s stubborn, immediately adding extra practice if he’s criticized, practically working himself to exhaustion in the practice room to silence critics. A few times like this, and no one wants to point out his shortcomings, just giving a vague "not bad" in reviews.

Ning Yunchao made no comment, but instead asked Xie Qingci, "So about signing with a company, what’s your plan? I’m sure someone’s approached you, need my advice?"

"No need," Xie Qingci said softly, "I have a target, just haven’t seen an opportunity for the next step yet."

"Which company?" both asked.

Xie Qingci shook his head.

"I’ll tell you when it’s sorted."

He didn’t like making a big fuss until things were confirmed.

After murmuring a few words, the three left the restroom and finally went to sleep.

There was a rehearsal on Friday, and those who passed continued practicing in the rehearsal room.

Shu Ran, the experience officer, made her second visit to inspect.

She was the most popular on the show, a significant resource with substantial background. Truth be told, she had her share of controversies over the past two years, not fewer than He’s.

Many people wanted to chat with her more for on-screen time.

After a few words of encouragement, Shu Ran was ready to make an appearance and then leave, but was stopped by Xie Qingci.

Shu Ran had grown fond of handsome young men these past two years, often discussing in their three-person group about which male artist looked good.

Hearing his words made her look him up and down even more boldly.

"You want to join Changhui Entertainment?"

"Yes. I don’t plan to always be an idol; acting is a more enduring career, and Changhui is the best place in the industry for that."

She suddenly chuckled, "You know it’s the best, so why would Changhui sign you?"

Xie Qingci wasn’t flustered at all, "Currently it’s just you and another senior in the company, different personas, focusing in different areas. Partners probably need more than just these two personas, I can fill a certain gap. Also... everyone says I look good."

Shu Ran arched an eyebrow, "That’s true. Changhui only recruits good-looking people."