Chapter 99: The Trash Rose
Night Lan left the leader’s office.
“Hmm~ What should I do next?”
Might as well go and hang out with Luo Xi. She could sense that Luo Xi had already returned and seemed to be chatting with Kong Yu Bai and others somewhere in the theater.
Swiftly, Night Lan found a way into the Rising Sun Theater and soon spotted a few girls gathered together.
Upon getting closer and eavesdropping…
Kong Yu Bai and company were bombarding Luo Xi with questions about her relationship with Night Star. It felt like they were soaking up experience for future reference.
Luo Xi was very cooperative.
Whenever they asked, she answered almost completely without holding back.
“Why does the Audience Performer depend so much on you right from the start?”
“You seem to have just met, even less than two months; why are we falling behind?”
Kong Yu Bai sighed lightly, inwardly lamenting her own lack of initiative.
If only she had been more assertive, maybe first impressions wouldn’t have gone to Luo Xi but instead to her.
To which Luo Xi responded casually, “She craves something I possess called ‘maternal glory.’ She enjoys this trait, which made me likable from the beginning. Cheating her was a piece of cake.”
“Maternal glory… huh? I didn’t expect the Audience Performer to like that. Should I pretend to be like a mother too?”
Kong Yu Bai was mulling over the possibility.
Lianhua chimed in, “Maternal glory… I’m not sure what to do, but I remember my own mother taking care of me. Perhaps mimicking that would please the Audience Performer.”
Book Yao pondered the same, recalling content from books.
Though well-read in all genres, including maternal matters, she wondered if she could truly play the part.
After all, her mother had given birth to her long ago and memories were hazy.
Without specific references, it was daunting.
Noticing their conversation, Night Lan intervened quickly.
“Ugh! Don’t talk about nonsensical things! Maternal glory doesn’t mean I need you to be my mom! Suddenly changing dynamics like that would trouble me!”
Imagining her comrades approaching her with cheerful smiles and saying “Let mommy hug you,” sent a chill down her spine.
That’s just weird!
Her idea of a mother wasn’t like that!
Hearing this, Kong Yu Bai and company felt some disappointment.
They were hoping to try being Night Lan’s mothers.
Too bad Night Lan declined.
Faking maternal glory won’t change hearts.
Luo Xi’s methods to win Night Lan aren’t replicable.
They can only refine their own.
Smiling at Night Lan, Kong Yu Bai replied, “Speaking of which, is Night Star with Bai and the others? Luo Xi mentioned you’ve shared some secrets with them.”
Night Lan sat down in the audience seats.
“Well, keeping it a secret constantly isn’t possible. I might as well share when there’s an opportunity.”
“How nice. They must be thrilled. But I heard you plan to give them a chance to be lovers? If getting your attention means success, it’s quite enviable.”
Night Lan gave an aggrieved look at Luo Xi, silently blaming her for blurting everything out.
Luo Xi responded with a flat stare, winking subtly.
Caught between awkward and defiant, Night Lan simply shifted to explain to Kong Yu Bai, “Cough… Bai’s age makes them curious about love. To satisfy them, I can only sacrifice myself.”
“That’s an interesting take. Seems the Audience Performer is greedy. Keeping vague boundaries with everyone could maintain normalcy, but closer ties might make it seem like favoritism.”
Night Lan’s face reddened in embarrassment but quickly steadied herself.
“To heck with it! Whether lovers or just friends, I won’t give up anyone I like!”
Night Lan proudly declared her trash-talking stance.
What’s ‘trash-talking’?
It’s just about being inclusive!
With the “Wish Princess,” she could manage time regardless who she interacts with!
No one would get hurt!
Don’t underestimate my determination!
My wish will come true!
Hearing this, Kong Yu Bai and company chuckled.
After all, their feelings towards the Audience Performer weren’t that simple.
Jealousy over a deep bond would be shallow judgment.
Happiness is relative—so if the Audience Performer is happy, they are too.
“I naturally trust you not to hurt us, but if you’ve given Bai and the others such a shortcut, what about us?”
Seeing Kong Yu Bai’s flirtatious glance, Night Lan blushed and coughed.
“Cough… That depends on how hard you work. I’m not giving anything for free.”
Kong Yu Bai responded straightforwardly, “Alright, let’s start our strategy fully after everything settles down.”
“I’m ready for that. I’ll make the Audience Performer accept my passion willingly.”
She, with the courage of a world-renowned songstress, knew when to strike.
Night Lan coughed again, hiding her shyness.
“Whatever, I still kind of look forward to it.”
Lianhua came over and hugged Night Lan.
“I’ll do my best too!”
“Mmhm, mmhm.”
Smiling, Night Lan caressed Lianhua’s head.
Perhaps Lianhua wouldn’t wait to start her plan.
Now, just being hugged by Lianhua made her heart flutter.
Who wouldn’t be charmed by cute little Lianhua?
Soon, Kong Yu Bai and company left the room, allowing Luo Xi and Night Lan some solitude.
Next to Luo Xi, Night Lan started snuggling again.
“Luo Xi, did you find the three founders?”
“Yeah, found them.”
“How did it go?”
“Greeted them, but didn’t bring them along.”
“Um… I bet they want to follow you.”
“Exactly.”
Those three founders, still human, had no overwhelming obsessions. If presented with their ‘teacher’ who bestowed them with power, following him would create greater value.
“If they’re that loyal, keeping them around is fine, right?”
“These are three founders, Celestial Holders.”
Even if they’re not needed, having them around boosts appearance.
Like a boss always has elite minions by their sides.
But Luo Xi said, “They disturb our peace, so it’s a no-go.”
“Ah okay…”
The End
