Riku had only meant to make small talk because he was seated beside C.C., but before he knew it, he had created a social media account. Now, he wasn't sure what to make of it.
"What's your username?" Cain asked suddenly, his tone casual.
"Eh?" Riku blinked, caught off guard.
"So I can follow you," Cain clarified, his gaze steady.
"Are you sure?"
C.C. was an established content creator with a million following. Anyone he followed would instantly be thrust into the spotlight.
Cain raised an eyebrow. "Why wouldn't I be sure?"
"Well . . . because we're competitors," Riku replied, his words tinged with hesitation. "Aren't you worried your followers might become mine?" After all, being followed by someone with a million fans was a big deal.
Cain huffed a laugh. "Why should I be afraid? I know what I can do, so there's nothing to fear. If my followers decide to follow you, that's their choice. I'll just earn more fans than you, simple as that."
Riku was taken aback by C.C.'s confidence. He found himself admiring his self-assuredness, a trait that he didn't have. He was kind of jealous despite his admiration.
"Ah, then I'll follow you too," Riku said, his cheeks flushing slightly pink.
As Cain observed Riku fumbling with his phone, he muttered under his breath, growing impatient. "How are they deciding who goes in first?"
Riku looked up, offering a small smile. "Those guys are from the big companies. Naturally, they get first priority."
"Is that so?" Cain's voice was laced with impatience, his eyes narrowing slightly as he scanned the room.
"Yeah, look over there — that's EJ. He's known for his charismatic stage presence and versatile talents. He's the top trainee from Starlight Entertainment."
Cain's ears perked up, noting the name. Good to know who the competition were.
"And that's Jinwoo Park," Riku continued, pointing discreetly. "A skilled dancer with an intense gaze, he's from Radiant Studios. Rumor has it he's the next big thing."
"And over there," Riku added, nodding toward another trainee. "That's Mika Asano, a Japanese trainee with an incredible voice. He's with NeonWave Productions."
Cain's gaze swept the room, taking in the sight of all the major players.
"There are a lot of big shots from the major entertainment companies here," Riku whispered, a hint of doubt in his voice. "Do we even stand a chance?"
But Cain wasn't fazed.
"You look confident," Fifi's voice chimed in his mind, a teasing note to her words.
"Tonight, we're kicking off with a bang! We've got a hundred incredible trainees from all corners of the entertainment world, each one bringing their own unique flair and talent. These are the stars of tomorrow, and they're here to show us why they deserve to shine!
"From stunning vocalists to jaw-dropping dancers, and everything in between — prepare to be amazed as our contestants take the stage to give it their all. And remember, this is not just a showcase; it's a battle for glory, with high stakes and fierce competition!
"So, get ready to cheer, gasp, and maybe even shed a tear as we watch these rising stars give their best performances. Let's make some noise and kick off the first episode of RRR: Rising Radian Revolution! Are you ready?!"
As the audience's cheers reached a fever pitch, the host took center stage, their voice cutting through the roar of excitement.
"Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the electrifying debut of RRR! We're about to dive into an incredible journey to discover the next big sensation in music and performance. But before we get started, let's meet the powerhouse panel who'll be guiding and shaping our stars."
The audience erupted into cheers as the host took the stage, their energy setting the tone for the competition.
The spotlight shifted to the mentors as the host continued.
"Now, without further ado, let's introduce the incredible panel of judges who will be guiding our contestants through this intense journey."
The lights dimmed slightly, focusing on the first judge as the host spoke.
"First up, we have the dazzling . . . Kalista!"
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