Chapter 185

"Friends."

As soon as this address came out, a burst of laughter erupted from the crowd, yet the person in question didn't seem to think there was anything inappropriate with the way he addressed them. With a serious expression, he patted the armrest and continued,

"Look at this chair—it's genuine leather!"

Everyone: ...We can see that.

"It even has a built-in massage function, the user experience is simply phenomenal. You should hurry up and challenge me for it. If you win, you can have it! If you don't challenge me soon, I'm going to fall asleep."

Woah—

A commotion arose from the crowd, and the director skillfully contrasted Ji Ruochu's luxurious recliner with the plain, simple bench seats of the other contestants.

Then they zoomed in on Ji Ruochu's bored expression.

Hmm, good job, even with his high looks, he seemed quite punchable at the moment. "It's clear that contestant Ji Ruochu really wants to be challenged. Other contestants, are you...ready for the first round of the Circle Scramble Competition?"

The answer was obvious—the competitive spirit of all the contestants was instantly ignited, each of them cracking their knuckles in anticipation.

Sensing the fighting spirit of the other contestants, Ji Ruochu finally sat down leisurely, clearly very satisfied with the effect he had created.

"As expected from my idol, so cool!" Chai Jiazi's eyes were sparkling as she sat next to Yuan Xiyuan, who looked rather sour. But remembering how his girlfriend had previously stopped him from challenging Ji Ruochu, his expression softened a bit.

"So, you stopped me from challenging Ji Ruochu earlier because you were afraid your idol would be kicked off the Pioneer Seat by me?" Yuan Xiyuan's eyes were full of mirth.

Yeah, even though his girlfriend was currently infatuated with Ji Ruochu, it was clear that in her heart, she thought his strength was above that of her idol. Otherwise, she wouldn't have been in such a hurry to stop him.

Next to him, Chai Jiazi's smile gradually disappeared.

"Wake up, if I hadn't revealed our relationship in time, your idol would have already kicked you back to the contestant seats to continue competing!" The girl looked disdainful.

Yuan Xiyuan: ...Great, heartbroken in an instant.

Next to them, Wu Jinhui: ...You'd better challenge me instead. I'd rather go back and compete again than sit here and watch this lovey-dovey scene.

Just as the contestants on the Pioneer Seat were...well, let's just say having varying thoughts, the competition officially began.

"Please enter the Preparation Zone!"

As the first round of the Circle Scramble Competition, the difficulty was naturally higher than the previous elimination rounds, and the scope being tested was also broader.

Adding to that, the excellent post-production team at the show made the atmosphere of the competition arena reach another level entirely.

Eventually, a familiar face emerged as the standout performer in this round.

"The first place winner has been decided!" As the announcement rang out, only a minute had passed since the start of the competition. Everyone's eyes were locked on the contestants in the Preparation Zone.

All three guest judges subconsciously stood up, clearly very curious to know who this contestant was.

And so, the show that was excellent at building suspense once again successfully entered the commercial break.

Viewer comments: ...

A minute later, the show continued.

"The first place winner has been decided!"

The camera cut to the guest judges on stage and an excited...Ji Ruochu.

"First place, Bei Lingyu, with a time of 1 minute and 12 seconds." Wow—

"Bei Lingyu is back?"

"As expected, her strength speaks for itself. No wonder she was able to earn a spot on the Pioneer Seat."

The three guest judges looked amazed.

And at this moment, on the Pioneer Seat...

"Who do you think she'll choose?"

"It should be me, right?"

"You never know, she might take my spot back?"