Volume 4 Chapter 63: Why Did You Suddenly Bring Up Lin Lin?
The girls on the stage were dancing with energy and passion. They were lively, cute, and full of different styles. Under the stage, Gao Liang and Yi Xiao watched everything.
Looking at the silver-haired girl on the stage, who was so focused that it was almost scary, even the real white-haired idol under the stage felt surprised.
It was really unexpected.
Yi Xiao tried to look calm while watching. She had never thought much of this kind of anime-style dance, but she had to admit that Lin Lin performed better than the other two girls beside her.
She didn’t know the exact technical standard of the moves, but from what she could see, Lin Lin’s movements were more complete, stronger, and not stiff. Compared to the others, she was clearly the one who performed perfectly from start to finish.
Through the virtual character on the stage, Yi Xiao could almost imagine Lin Lin’s graceful figure at that moment. She took a deep breath. After a while, she finally spoke casually to Gao Liang beside her.
“It’s… it’s not bad. She did very well. Of course, compared to a real music show stage, it’s still far behind.”
Hearing Yi Xiao talk to herself like that, Gao Liang showed a small smile, like a proud parent watching his child. But soon, he stopped smiling and said seriously:
“It’s already very good! Your kind of stage and their anime dance are completely different.”
“Hmph. The way you say it makes me feel like I lowered my own standard. Thank you, A-Liang. Of course this kind of small event can’t compare to my job.”
Yi Xiao refused to back down and said it directly. Gao Liang was stunned for a second, then gave a cold laugh.
“You’re not that high-level either.”
“Tsk. Virtual streamers… aren’t they just trying to please a group of nerdy fans? Heh…”
Yi Xiao glanced at the cheering fans under the stage with a look of disdain. The quality of these fans was nothing compared to the audience she usually performed for.
“And aren’t you also trying to please those so-called ‘normal people’?”
Gao Liang’s comment made Yi Xiao freeze for a few seconds. Then she protested loudly, “Th-That’s different! Who are they, and what’s my status?”
“In my eyes, they’re all the same. Just normal people.”
Gao Liang shrugged.
Yi Xiao gritted her teeth. “Fine. Normal people. So you like girls who are ordinary? A-Liang… I really don’t understand why you like someone like Lin Lin.”
What kind of strange taste do you have? She’s not only ordinary, but also tries to please nerdy fans. A girl like that… she’s not really a simple, honest type, and she’s not qualified to be a big star either.
Did A-Liang hit his head or something?
While Yi Xiao was thinking this, Gao Liang suddenly paused.
“You… why did you suddenly bring up Lin Lin? Weren’t we talking about this performance?”
“Huh?”
Yi Xiao froze. After a moment, she realized what he meant and quickly nodded.
“Well… um… because I suddenly thought of her. She’s your deskmate, right? Why did you leave her alone and come to the convention by yourself? You can chat with so many girls, but you can’t chat with me?”
Her question successfully changed Gao Liang’s focus. He sighed and explained:
“I just came to help my friend’s first performance and bring a little more popularity. Lin Lin might not even be interested in this kind of event. It would be strange to bring her here.”
Actually, he had already seen Lin Lin earlier. But there was no need to explain that to Yi Xiao in detail.
Yi Xiao frowned. From what Gao Liang just said, she could already understand something.
For example…
Gao Liang seemed to not know Lin Lin’s real identity?
He… he didn’t know that Lin Lin was actually a virtual idol, and that she was performing online for other nerdy fans?!
This guy… doesn’t he know that Lin Lin is actually Ari-chan?
Huh?
Yi Xiao froze for a few seconds. But the more she thought about it, the more she felt that this was impossible.
She had assumed that since Gao Liang came to the convention to watch Ari-chan’s livestream, then… he must know the truth, right? When these two spend time together every day, have they really never talked about this?
“Uh…”
Yi Xiao calmed down for a moment. Then some thoughts slowly formed in her mind. After a short pause, she asked Gao Liang:
“A-Liang, how did you… how did you start liking these virtual streamers?”
“You’re asking a lot of questions today. Can I take this as you using the chance to talk that I promised you earlier?”
“No, no, I… I’m just asking casually.”
Gao Liang scratched his head impatiently. Then he looked at the standee of Little Vampire on the stage and muttered,
“I sometimes watch streamers online. Ari-chan’s style is very cheerful, so I like watching her. And… we’ve never even met in real life, so don’t go causing trouble for them.”
“I see…”
Yi Xiao nodded. She more or less understood the situation now.
Maybe there was something she could use here. If she… used a little trick…
Before she could finish her thought, Gao Liang noticed something strange about her expression. He suddenly asked,
“What are you thinking about?!”
“Haha, n-nothing.”
Yi Xiao waved her hand nervously, feeling guilty. Then she quickly changed the topic.
“I was just thinking… why don’t you ever come to watch my performances, A-Liang…?”
“Not interested.”
Gao Liang shook his head. Then he took out his phone and said seriously:
“Alright. Since you did what I asked, I’ll delete the video now. Let’s stop bothering each other from now on. Go back and focus on your work.”
“Mm…”
Yi Xiao watched him delete the video on his phone in front of her. For a moment, she felt a little emotional. But soon, Gao Liang put his phone back into his pocket and turned away without saying anything.
Yi Xiao sighed, turned around, and quietly left the venue. Some fans noticed her leaving. They immediately forgot what she had said earlier and rushed toward her.
Seeing the idol surrounded by fans, Gao Liang stayed silent.
After a while, he took out his phone again and remembered that he had wanted to meet Little Vampire today.
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Just at that moment, the Demi-Human Girl Trio on the stage had finished their performance. Lin Lin wiped her sweat and looked at the rapidly increasing number of paid supporters and comments in the livestream. She was so excited that she couldn’t speak.
【Ding-dong. Congratulations, Host. You completed the mission with 100% zero mistakes! The reward has been sent!】
The system notification sounded. The first 3D live performance had officially ended.
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Gao Liang checked the time and prepared to send a message.
Hmm… speaking of that, where did Lin Lin go? The show is over. Has she finished work?
Hmm…
Forget it. They can meet another time. It’s better to send Lin Lin a message first.
After all, that little girl… is the one he misses the most.