EPISODE 02 PART 04
❛ project verose's center ! ❜
[ important note : there are some trainees that will be given 'special mentions' in this chapter, i'd appreciate it if you won't tag her user e.g ; "congratulations friend, @momoabc!". i'm not restricting you from congratulating them, you can do so by saying their trainee name or something. i just think that i'll and they will appreciate it more if they also get that 'sense of seeing it for the first time' surprise ! ]
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ONE BY ONE, THE TRAINEES CAST THEIR VOTES PRIVATELY UP TILL THE LAST TRAINEE FINISHED
KAM JIHAE [ C/JYP ] : Both of them have wonderful and charming eyes, I can't stop watching their faces!
RYONG JINA [ F/P NATION ] : I chose these trainees because they both gave off cute, youthful vibes.
YIN FEI [ F/YUEHUA ] : They both give off strong vibes of really wanting this and that makes them stand out, which a center should.
JOO EUNHWI [ B/FANTAGIO ] : It was a really hard choice to make as all 8 of them were really strong candidates.
IT'S TIME TO ANNOUNCE PROJECT VEROSE'S FIRST AND OFFICIAL CENTER !
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : We have asked the Verose participants to list a trainee that they would give 3 points to, and another one who they would give 2 points. After the scores were counted altogether by our staffs, nobody received 0 votes.
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : I'll start by narrowing the candidates for the center position. I will start calling those who got the least amount of votes down to the top 2 most likely candidates.
SUSPENSE CAN BE FELT THROUGHOUT IN THE STUDIO . . .
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : Starting with two trainees who are tied with two votes...
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : YGK+ Da Kyunghee and Individual Trainee Liu Xiumei.
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(center voting 'behind the scenes')
RYONG JINA [ F/P NATION ] : Xuimei would also be a great candidate, because she showed that she was extremely talented right from the beginning.
JIANG YINGYUE [ F/B. CULTURE ] : Da Kyunghee would make a good center. Already, she catches people's eyes when she performs, so making her center is a no brainer. [ laughs ] If she smiled a little more, she might be the best center ever known.
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KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : Next trainee with five votes...
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : FNC's Kim Jiyeon.
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(center voting 'behind the scenes')
CHA YEOREUM [ C/FNC ] : Jiyeon unnie is very cute and I think she'll be very suitable to be the center of "Pick Me". She can also do other concepts and I'm sure she'll surprise everyone if she's the center and then she'll do other concepts in future missions !
HONG YUEN [ C/GRAMARIE ] : It isn't easy to get an "A", let alone maintain it when I've only been getting a "C", I think it'd be cool if we got an older trainee for our center because every other survival show I've seen so far, had young trainees for their center stage.
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KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : The next trainee I will call have received 7 votes.
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : YGK+ Song Taerin.
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(center voting 'behind the scenes')
ZHANG XIAOLING [ B/YUEHUA ] : I think that she's the embodiment of the fact that hard work pays off. She managed to go from a "C" to an "A" which sends a positive message to everyone watching the show. Not only is she a role model to us trainees but she would make an excellent role model for all of the show's fans. She deserves and would make a great centre!
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KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : Let's stop for a moment and have a recap on who are the remaining candidates for the center position.
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : As an interesting fact, these trainees' votes were so close and they overtook one another whenever a new vote has been submitted. This alone proves that one vote of yours is important and that's how much power you have in your hands.
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : Two trainees are tied with 25 votes.
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JOO EUNHWI [ B/FANTAGIO ] : [ gaps ] The difference between this and the previous one, that's a huge leap.
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : Yuehua's Wang Xiuying and Gramarie's Zhu Likun.
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(center voting 'behind the scenes')
JOO EUNHWI [ B/FANTAGIO ] : I chose Xiuying because she just gives off the vibe that suits the song. She has that cute but also elegant vibe to her and her visuals are also very eye catching! She had caught my attention ever since the day I helped her and her friends with the song and dance [ laughs ].
LIM NARI [ C/FANTAGIO ] : I think Xiuying really suits the song. She's really cute, talented and overall I think she can pull it off. It's almost like she's made for the position.
XIN EUILIN [ F/INDIVIDUAL ] : I want to support my label mate Xiuying, she's so talented!
HWANG KYURIM [ B/FNC ] : Its because other than her talent and charisma, her facial expressions and impact fits really well as a center.
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(center voting 'behind the scenes')
HONG YUEN [ C/GRAMARIE ] : Though it may seem a little biased because I'm here labelmate, I really think that she'd suit the image of a center. She's really gorgeous inside out and was so reliable and did a lot for us when we prepared for our group evaluation, I just think she deserves the spot.
BAI DONGMEI [ C/GRAMARIE ] : Likun is my labelmate and I think she can be the center since we trained together for a long time so I know how much she's capable of. And I know she'll be a great center. Also I fell in love with the way she tells us to vote her [ laughs ]
XIN EUILIN [ F/INDIVIDUAL ] : I think its better to have a chinese center, like Sakura sunbaenim, and I think Likun has a very charming aura and has great visuals.
WANG YUHAN [ B/B. CULTURE ] : I chose her because I find her interesting. Her dancing is very very splendid, she has a tall figure that can make her steal people's attention, and she's gorgeous. Despite her being a rapper, I'm sure she can practice to be a great vocalist.
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KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : Only two trainees are left fighting for the center position.
INDIVIDUAL TRAINEE HUA LIMEI AND P NATION'S SOO MINJI !
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : Interesting how we ended up with two trainees from different nationalities again.
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(center voting 'behind the scenes')
DO HANA [ F/JYP ] : Hua Limei is my choice because she [ inhales ] is so beautiful. If I was a boy then I would've dated her. She is so beautiful and I get a cheerful vibe from her. I think she can be the perfect center.
HWANG KYURIM [ B/FNC ] : Other than having great skills, she lives with positivity, and of course, humility that a true center possesses.
JIANG YINGYUE [ F/B. CULTURE ] : I think Hua Limei would be a good center. She has a certain charm to her when she performs, and I think that she's very pretty. I don't think I need to mention her talent, since it should be pretty obvious. Overall, I think she would make a well-rounded center.
LI XIAO YU [ C/B. CULTURE ] : Hua Limei has this very natural charm to her and there's something that makes you keep your eyes on her!
KIM AREUN [ C/FNC ] : It's not because she is just pretty, she is also very hardworking after looking at her first evaluation. She have a lot of confident in her eyes and her skill fits just well in this theme song so that's why I pick her.
WANG YUHAN [ B/B. CULTURE ] : I chose her because she just has that image of being a center. She has exceptional visuals, can be a cutie and can act sexy at the same time. Also, putting in the fact that she's been in the a class ever since the auditions means that she has the potential for it.
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(center voting 'behind the scenes')
KIM AREUN [ C/FNC ] : Minji is quite different, I was impressed she got to 'B' to 'A' because she's indeed a hardworking girl. She may be funny but she can also be serious as well and her aura is so cute that might fit the theme song.
DO HANA [ F/JYP ] : I choose Soo Minji because she seems energetic and I can feel the positive aura from her. She seems very very happy and personally I think she can pull off the center position.
CHO HEEYOUNG [ F/FNC ] : She is a really hyper girl! I think her appearance as a center will make a good spirit for others! Her stage presence is also really good.
ZHANG XIAOLING [ B/YUEHUA ] : She's the definition of vitamin energy which represents the contestants as a whole in the sense that we'll always keep fighting and have a positive attitude.
RYONG JINA [ F/P NATION ] : I think Minji would be a great candidate for center because of her rapid improvement and it would be shocking to have someone who trained for such a little time became the center
JUNG AHYOUNG [ B/FANTAGIO ] : She's so bright and energetic which is pretty much perfect for a song like "Pick Me". Minji's an amazing dancer too! So I think she can slay us all with the dance break.
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LIU XIUMEI [ A/INDIVIDUAL ] : I wonder who is Key sunbaemim's pick.
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : Me?
ZHU LIKUN [ A/GRAMARIE ] : Ah, he heard her!
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : Hmm [ tilts his head ] I'll just be your center. No one opposes to that, right?
EVERYONE, INCLUDING THE CANDIDATES GIVE HIM A 'THUMBS UP' !
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : Thank you, but I'm willing to share my spotlight [ laughs ]. One trainee received a total of 26 votes from you, while our chosen center have received a total of 28 votes. Who could it be?
BACK TO THE DAY OF THE OPENING PERFORMANCE !
THE ONE WHO'S STANDING ON THE MIDDLE PART OF THE STAGE IS . . .
( a flashback )
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : Congratulations to Project Verose's center, *****
[ everyone gasps and claps in surprise ! ]
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HUA LIMEI [ A/INDIVIDUAL ] : When he announced the result, I looked around to see everyone clapping for us. It reminded me that this will be for everyone, no matter what the outcome was.
SOO MINJI [ A/P NATION ] : It warmed my heart. For the both of us, it didn't seem to be about "who won" or "who lost". It was more of a "we won together, it's for Verose and everyone".
WHO WAS PROJECT VEROSE'S CENTER ?
AFTER THE REHEARSALS, PROJECT VEROSE'S PERFORMANCE "PICK ME", STARTS NOW !
MINI CENTERS EACH CLASS SELECTED BY MENTORS !
PROJECT VEROSE'S OFFICIAL CENTER . . .
INDIVIDUAL TRAINEE , HUA LIMEI !
❛ as an individual trainee, there were moments when i felt alone in this competition, but we're all friends here, and it was all in my head. ❜
TOP 12 MOST WATCHED "PICK ME" FANCAMS !
HUA LIMEI (A/👑)
LIM NARI (C)
DA KYUNGHEE (A)
WANG YUHAN (B)
LI SHAOQING (B)
SOO MINJI (A)
LIU XIUMEI (A)
ZHU LIKUN (A)
JUNG AHYOUNG (B)
KIM JIYEON (A)
KIM AREUN (C)
BAI DONGMEI (C)
( based on one surprise active check ! )
A DAY AFTER THE OPENING PERFORMANCE RECORDING . . .
40 TRAINEES WERE GATHERED IN A STUDIO !
PROJECT REPRESENTATIVE, KEY APPEARS !
[ bows and altogether... ]
VEROSE TRAINEES : Good morning project representative, Key! You're looking handsome today!
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : [ almost rolls his eyes ] You just saw me yesterday. Please.
[ verose trainees giggle fangirls at his arrival ! ]
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : Don't tell me something I know [ laughs ]. Have you been well?
VEROSE TRAINEES : Yes!
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : Our opening showcase was a success. Thanks to Hua Limei for leading you well and you, our hardworking Project Verose trainees for practicing hard for this no matter where your position was, your Verose Producers have been impressed.
VEROSE TRAINEES : [ bows ] Thank you Verose Producers!
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : It's fun to celebrate, but it won't last for long. I am here to announce a new evaluation that may determine your fate in this competition after our first ranking announcement.
PROJECT VEROSE'S 2ND MISSION, GROUP BATTLE EVALUATION !
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : As an aspiring group member, no matter how talented you are, it's not you featuring your team. Even though you sing the least, you still have a role to play.
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : Your next evaluation would test your skills, but it will be dependent on your group's teamwork. You will be divided into groups, there would be three songs, but six teams in total. Two teams will be performing the same song. Those groups who have the same song, would then automatically compete with one another.
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : There would be a benefit for the winning group of each 'match up' during the first ranking announcement. The benefit point will be... 70,000 points each member.
(equivalent to +70 comments or +3/+4 private votes)
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SONG TAERIN [ A/YGK+] : If your team received the benefit, then you almost have the same additional points as the opening center.
CHA YEOREUM [ C/FNC ] : I'm not that good at math, but if Hua Limei got that too... then that is a sure pass to the top spots in the first ranking announcement, right?
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KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : What is the most important role on each performance?
VEROSE TRAINEES : The center!
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : Correct. The center represents the team's image. Their role is to bring attention to the whole group. You already know how important this position is, right? I hope you also know the weight of the crown.
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WANG XIUYING [ A/YUEHUA ] : Hua Limei got even more popular after being Project Verose's center. Of course everyone would want the opportunity.
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KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : Once every point you have obtained has been added, you will be ranked accordingly. Trainees in the rankings 40-34 will unfortunately be... eliminated.
NEXT TIME WE'LL SEE . . . !
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : Please put those here beside me, thank you.
THE STAFFS BROUGHT IN FOUR BLANK MEDIUM SIZED BOXES WITH DIFFERENT COLORS. PINK, ORANGE, GREEN AND GREY !
KEY [ PROJ. REP ] : Now we'll see how your lucky you are.
TO BE CONTINUED . . .
??? [ ??? ] : Ah, what to do? I don't think I'm ready.
STAFF : Just be yourself.
KIM JIYEON [ TRAINEE #019 ] : Okay. Hello everyone! [ bows ] My name is Kim Jiyeon and I am a trainee from FNC Entertainment! I am Project Verose's oldest participant.
KIM JIYEON [ TRAINEE #019 ] : I may seem very formal, calm and reserved but please rest assure that I don't bite [ murmurs slyly smiles ] Unless you bite. [ laughs ]
KIM JIYEON [ TRAINEE #019 ] : I don't really have much talent but I am flexible! Let me show you! [ starts to stretch and does a forward split with a peace sign ]
STAFF 2 : Anything else?
KIM JIYEON [ TRAINEE #019 ] : Do I still have time to rap?
STAFF : Ten seconds.
KIM JIYEON [ TRAINEE #019 ] : Okay, perfect. [ breathes in and begins to rap ] Yo, yo, please continue to support Project Verose and of course your FNC's Kim Jiyeon! Always be kind and never give up, yeah!
STAFF 2 : Well, she was
not prepared at all.
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some notes :
we'll randomly select a trainee each class using a list randomizer to see which lucky trainee gets to pick her teammates and song after the center. this is the other and last part of "only in project verose". i said that it can be 'beneficial' to lower classes because for 'A' class trainees, if the center gets to pick first (she's in 'A'), then the chances of other 'A' class trainees getting an opportunity to 'build' a team themselves is low. it's just a natural 'probability' thing, lol.
how the selection will go ;
• the center ('A')
• a random trainee from 'B'
• a random trainee from 'C'
• a random trainee from 'F'
• a random trainee from any class, including 'A'.
if you've been given the advantage to pick next, you have to send me a form (of your song and members) within 12-24 hours (just as soon as possible). i'm sorry for this 'rush', we need your decision for the story to progress.
because of that ^ if you don't have the time to fill out that form, you have the choice to accept or deny the advantage before i send the second part of the message (you might also miss the opportunity if you don't reply within 24 hours of me sending your the first part). i don't want to bother you if you're chosen but you're busy !
(that being said, i apologize if i won't be able to update in the next three days because i have to wait for 'team leaders' to form their teams and arrange it!)