2 weeks later.
Wang Linxue stepped onto the training ground of SR Company, her eyes scanning the building area from the lobby. The hallways bright lights, the posters on the wall and warm air that contrasted the cold outside. The sun barely shown nowadays as it was nearing the winter .
The air buzzed with energy as staff and assistants, young and old, eager to prove themselves, occupied different corners of the vast space chatting , introducing or doing what was assigned to them.
As she navigated through the crowd, her gaze inadvertently locked with a familiar young man who was previously looking at a poster on the wall.
" Do you know her Young Master?" A young man in a blue dress shirt buttoned up completely to the neck standing beside the 'Young Master' tilted his head, eyes raking over Wang Linxue with slight contempt.
" Yes, we have met."' The 'Young Master' looked uninterested as he turned his gaze back to the poster.
" He poured coffee all over me the last time we met. Such a cheeky little bastard after that." Wang Linxue exclaimed, pointing at him.
Gasp. " How dare you talk to him like that? How dare you point him?. Do you know who you're addressing ? !"
" Not you obviously." She retorted with her chin held high staring at the man. "Besides, he gave me his jacket so fair and square."
" Young Master, you couldn't have!" The man's eyes widened in disbelief.
The Young Master's eyes flicked to hers then his assistant's sharply. The man broke into cold sweat spurted an apology shakingly. Wang Linxue could feel the eyes on her and suddenly felt conscious.
Gossip was going to spread very soon and it wasn't like they were quiet when the assistant was speaking to her. She had to find Ling Zhirou and quickly.
Amidst the commotion, a voice boomed over the loudspeakers, commanding the attention of everyone giving out instructions. They gradually gathered in the room assigned to them, the talents standing at the center of the room while the assistants stood at a corner . Wang Linxue, curious but wary, positioned herself with them , observing the scene unfold.
In the room, about 8 talents stood and in the crowd she was with at the corner of the room there was double the number. She spotted the man who tried to scold her earlier and wagged her tongue playfully at him, with him responding with scowl.
A figure entered into the room stage with an air of charisma and confidence. It was the trainer and was that Leo Wu?!
A hush fell over the crowd as they recognized the familiar face, their curiosity piqued. Then the murmured started to become deafening. Everyone tensed up to keep their composure a literal legend walked in.
With a warm smile, he raised his hand, silencing the room. His features illuminated by the bright room he had entered, every wrinkle and expression to be seen. The crowd held their breath, eager to hear his words.
"Good afternoon," he began, his voice resonating with authority and charm. "Before we begin this remarkable program, let me introduce myself. My name is Luo Wukang, and I have had the privilege of gracing both stage and screen for many years."
A ripple of excitement swept through the small crowd as his name rolled off his tongue. Whispers of admiration exchanged amongst themselves, acknowledging the vibrant career and the numerous accolades he had garnered over the years both locally and internationally.
He continued, his voice infused with humility and gratitude.
"I stand before you today not only as an musician, but as a mentor, ready to witness the blossoming of new talents and guide them towards their own greatness."
Wang Linxue held her breath as his voice floated through her ears.
Leo Wu gaze swept towards the small crowd he had at his disposal, his eyes meeting the hopeful faces of the contestants.
" My colleague, Renji Liang will also be mentoring you as well but he could not make it today."
'Did he say Renji Liang? Renji Liang! Leo Wu and Renji Liang?SR must have paid a very huge some for this to happen or had some connections. Besides that , Renji Liang! She would have the opportunity to meet him. Her favourite idol.
Oh God. Oh God!
Leo Wu scanned the talents in appreciation before his sights landed on the assistants in silent contemplation. Wang Linxue couldn't help but look down. The gaze coming on was too strong and she wasn't sure she could handle it. Leo Wu was above and beyond and she felt slightly inferior.
"You." Leo Wu's voice carrying a mix of surprise and confusion. "You must be one of the new talents. Why are standing there? Come forward."
Wang Linxue's brows furrowed as murmurs of astonishment rippled through the crowd .She looked behind her to find out who he was talking to. Someone nudged her hard on the shoulders prompting her to raise her head higher.
" Me?" She pointed at herself astonished.
She hesitated for a moment, contemplating whether to correct the mistake.
" I'm not...I'm an assistant, Mr Legend. I mean ,Mr Leo ....sir!" She fumbled.
"Oh." He said, disbelief etched across his face.
Leo Wu sized her up before nodding slowly, his expression shifting from disbelief to acceptance.
"Very well."
As Leo Wu started to explain the other important information , Wang Linxue couldn't help but touch her face in shock.
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"Hello,my name is Xu Yan. I'm going to be your temporal manager and clothes stylist for your program as well as your head assistant ." The lady bowed. Wearing a long skirt and a dark tight top ,she had a slender posture and her dark brown hair was tied in a bun that highlighted her has a slightly rounded face with a round pair of glasses.
" Please take of me senior." Ling Zhirou bowed back gently.
" This is my junior, Huang Lin, your hair and makeup stylist. Just graduated from technical school. So has hands on training.''
She has a medium build and carries herself with a quiet confidence. Her ebony hair cascades down her back in a braid. Huang Lin's eyes are gentle and expressive, with a hint of playfulness. Her facial features are delicate and well-proportioned, highlighting her natural grace.
"Please take care of me as well." She bowed once again.
" And last but not least, come here! Ehem.... this is Wang Linxue. She is about your age and very new on the job."
Wang Linxue stood there there in a baggy jeans and dark sweater with an annoyed expression while Xu Yan pulled on arms so she would come forward. Her hair was tied in a low ponytail to keep the hair out of her face and she bowed when her introduction was done.
" Please take care of me , ' sister '." Ling Zhirou smirked.
" Ok now that is out of the way." Huang Lin rolled a dress rack towards Xu Yan. , " For today, our job is to make you look your best and be ready for the introduction to your other trainers. Every other detail will be explained when you get there .Any questions? "
" Yes. What is her job? I never quite caught on to that."
Xu Yan stared at Wang Linxue who seemed a little lost, " She can do whatever is her capabilities as I assign to her. Like I said earlier she is new to this."
"Oh ok. "
" Let's get started. "
Xu Yan and Huang Lin gathered around Ling Zhirou, their skilled hands delicately dressing. The room was filled with whispers of fabric and the occasional sound of a zipper being pulled up. Sieving through the clothes to see which was better. As they worked, Xu Yan couldn't help but speak up, her voice filled with genuine admiration.
"Ling Zhirou, you have such pale and delicate features. This dress will perfectly complement your beauty. Wang Linxue can you get those for me."
Ling Zhirou blushed at the compliment, her eyes lighting up with gratitude.
"Thank you, Senior. It means a lot to me." She sat still while Huang worked on her face.
Wang Linxue, focused on her task, couldn't help but roll her eyes.
Huang Lin chimed in,"It's true, Ling Zhirou. How are you so pale? It really brings out your beauty."
Wang Linxue saw through what they were doing. If Ling Zhirou ever got famous, which she was definitely sure she would, they would at least want be remembered by her.
"I don't really do much, just the basics skin care." She answered nonchalantly.
" Hmm."
As Huang Lin finished applying the final touches of makeup, she stepped back to admire her work.
"There we go. You look absolutely stunning."
Ling Zhirou glanced at herself in the mirror, a mixture of surprise and delight filling her eyes.
"You've all worked wonders, truly. Thank you." Ling Zhirou chorused eloquently. " What do think Sister Linxue?"
Wang Linxue paused her packing and turned towards her, "You look like a different person altogether."
The stylists exchanged glances at her ambiguous answer.
" Besides..." She continued with a sarcastic smile, "It was their pleasure, Ling Zhirou. I barely did anything."