When the Side Character Gets a System and Travels through Difference Worlds-Chapter 90: Chi Mo 44

Teacher Wen’s mouth twitched. She glanced at Tan You. "I’m just glad you haven’t been affected by the news online. The troupe will ensure you get justice in this matter. You were just stepping in to help Wu You. These accusations of bullying a colleague and trampling on someone else’s hard work are pure nonsense."

Tan You smiled. "Thank you, Teacher Wen."

Teacher Wen said, "I was the one who asked you to step in and save the show. Naturally, you shouldn’t be the one getting dragged through the mud."

The troupe leader finally spoke up. "The performance begins in ten minutes, so I’ll keep this brief. Regarding Wu You’s injury preventing her from performing, it’s currently unclear whether it was an accident or intentional."

"However, the theater has security cameras. While the dancers are performing later, the troupe will release the surveillance footage from the rehearsal. Everyone will be able to judge the truth for themselves. Wang Hui’s false accusations against Chi Mo were driven purely by selfish motives, and the troupe will issue an appropriate punishment for her actions later."

"I also agreed with Teacher Wen’s decision to pull the group dance that Wu You was in. We can’t just let someone else take over because the lead dancer had an accident. What would happen if everyone started following that example? What would become of the troupe’s discipline? This is a group dance. Unity is paramount, and responsibility must be shared by all."

As soon as the troupe leader said this, the livestream’s comment section erupted in praise. While it might seem unfair to the other group dancers, it was just as the leader said: what if everyone started following that kind of precedent?

Tan You smiled, knowing there was nothing left for her to do here. She checked the time. "I’m going to head backstage to prepare."

"Alright, that’s all for the livestream. The troupe will post the video footage online shortly." The troupe leader said sternly, "Chi Mo is an exceptionally talented dancer. I hope everyone will use their own judgment and not be swayed by the words of a few malicious people."

Wu You suddenly spoke up. "Actually, Ms. Chi knows how to perform my dance. She just said that we had worked so hard practicing it for months, and its debut shouldn’t be performed by her. That’s why she insisted on using her own piece instead."

Teacher Wen patted Wu You’s shoulder. "Alright, focus on recovering. Strive to be back on stage for the next stop of the tour."

Wu You nodded emphatically. "I will. Thank you, Teacher Wen."

The livestream ended, but the news began to spread like wildfire once again. After all, the reversal had been shockingly swift.

Gao Jing and the others also saw the news online. When she saw Wu You and Wang Hui getting into a physical fight, Gao Jing couldn’t help but laugh. "This girl has a fiery temper. She’s my kind of person."

Zhou Wenwen nodded. "A passionate person, indeed. Only someone young and hot-blooded would dare to do something like that."

Lin Meng said, "I thought all sorts of struggles happened in the corporate world, but I didn’t expect to see them in a dance troupe too. Poor Momo, though. She was just trying to help and got dragged through the mud. It’s a good thing her superiors and other colleagues are decent."

Gao Jing said, "What Wang Hui did is child’s play. This kind of thing happens all the time in competitions. For example, in piano competitions, people have hidden razor blades between the keys."

"In singing competitions, people spike drinks. It happens way too often."

Lin Meng shook her head. "That’s so dark."

"See? When people get sinister, it sends a chill down your spine." Gao Jing nodded gravely. "There was a very famous singer who ended up drinking a bottle of water someone handed him. It ruined his voice."

Shi Lei sighed. "That’s why you should never accept food or drinks from strangers. Everyone needs to be more cautious."

Gao Jing said conspiratorially, "The key part is, it wasn’t a stranger. It was someone he was on good terms with. Isn’t that even more terrifying to think about?"

They were all now seated in the audience. Tan You had given them VIP tickets, so they didn’t need to wait in line and could enter directly. After they had chatted for a bit, a few people suddenly sat down next to Gao Jing.

Gao Jing unconsciously turned her head, and her eyes widened when she saw who it was. "Director Liu?"

Director Liu smiled and made a shushing gesture. "Gao Jing?"

"You know who I am?" Gao Jing was pleasantly surprised, her eyes sparkling. How could she not be excited to meet such a major director?

"Your professional skills are very strong. You left an impression on me." Director Liu smiled. "Are you here to see Little Chi’s performance?"

"Yep. Director Liu, aren’t you busy with a movie?" As her initial excitement faded, Gao Jing gradually calmed down.

Director Liu chuckled. "I came out to relax a bit. You don’t normally get to see one of Little Chi’s programs, so I absolutely couldn’t miss it."

His words praised Chi Mo to the skies, but who knew if he really meant it? It was just a case of mutual flattery.

The variety show director’s eyes practically popped out of his head when he saw Director Liu. As reluctant as Gao Jing was, she still had to switch seats with her director. Who was she to refuse? She had to show that much deference.

The troupe’s first piece was typically a group dance. After the host’s announcement, the theater fell silent as everyone watched the performance quietly. Although they were all eagerly awaiting Chi Mo’s program, they had to admit the troupe’s professional skills were top-notch.

Zhou Wenwen said, "I’m only just realizing how much better performances are when you see them live. They’re so much more captivating."

Lin Meng said, "Definitely. I’m just waiting for Little Chi’s performance now. I heard her solo is the second act, and she’s also in a group dance for the eighth. Wu You’s original piece was twelfth, and now that’s her solo too."

"We get to see a new dance."

Zhou Wenwen asked, "Are you going to watch it over and over again?"

Lin Meng replied, "Of course! No matter how many times I try to copy her, I can never capture that same graceful beauty." 𝗳𝚛𝚎𝚎𝘄𝕖𝕓𝕟𝕠𝚟𝚎𝕝.𝗰𝕠𝐦

Even Director Liu couldn’t help but nod. He had studied Chi Mo’s dancing closely, even consulting professional dancers about it. Technically speaking, Chi Mo’s movements were incredibly advanced, yet they never looked difficult to an observer. And despite that, it was impossible to look away from her.

Xu Jike had been listening to everyone talk in silence. After the variety show ended, they had all gone their separate ways. This was the first time they were all together again since the show wrapped. The thought of seeing Chi Mo again made Xu Jike particularly excited.

Soon, it was time for Tan You’s performance. She had once again prepared a classical dance. Since Chi Mo’s background was in classical dance, Tan You planned to stick to that path, especially since she also loved it.

In contrast to her usual simple elegance, Tan You had a rare, intricate look today. Her thick, jet-black hair was styled into a complex coiffure. No matter what difficult dance moves Tan You executed, her hair and makeup remained flawless.

Director Liu watched Chi Mo in the center of the stage, nodding with a slight smile. ’It seems every time I see Chi Mo, I’m in for a surprise. Making a special trip to see her dance was absolutely worth it.’

The theater was utterly silent, just like it had been in the teahouse. It wasn’t until Tan You bowed in thanks that the theater erupted with thunderous applause. After bowing several more times, Tan You gathered her skirt and walked offstage without a backward glance.

A collective sigh of disappointment went through the theater, clearly lamenting that they wouldn’t see Chi Mo again.

Gao Jing snapped out of her trance. "I don’t know how to describe it. All I can say is, that was just too beautiful."