Chapter 24: Shocking! An Octogenarian Lady Performs a Thomas Spin On the Spot!

Lin Qingqing spoke clearly and logically, “I understand, I can read, and I’m not confused. I’m here to participate in the street dance competition.”

The staff member paused before looking at the elderly woman in front of him and asking, “How old are you, ma’am?”

“Eighty.”

The staff member’s breath caught: “!!!”

An eighty-year-old woman wants to participate in a street dance competition?

She must be crazy—completely out of her mind. At that age, moving too much might mean calling an ambulance right away.

The staff member smiled awkwardly, “Granny, please don’t mess around. If you strain your back again, it’ll be serious. Where’s your family? Bring your children over quickly.”

Lin Qingqing clicked her tongue softly, “Why don’t you believe me? I really signed up for myself.”

The staff scratched his head and then cautiously said, “Granny, our event only allows participants under 35. You’re way past the age limit.”

He was worried the elderly lady might get hurt at their event, and if that happened, they wouldn’t be able to continue. Worse, what if she tried to extort them afterward?

They really didn’t want to end up paying compensation.

The corners of Lin Qingqing’s lips lifted slightly.

There was nothing that Lin Aotian couldn’t handle!

Although… it didn’t look like this would require spending money—yet.

Lin Qingqing said earnestly, “I can sign a life-and-death waiver, an indemnity agreement. If anything happens, you’re not liable. And if you let me stay, it’ll actually boost the entertainment effect of your show. Isn’t your street dance competition going to be recorded and broadcast on local TV?”

“Think about it: an eighty-year-old lady battling it out in street dance with the youth! That kind of headline will absolutely draw attention! Your program’s ratings will skyrocket! The whole world will be waiting to see it!”

The staff member was seriously tempted. He asked Lin Qingqing to wait while he went to discuss it with his supervisor.

Not long after, he came back with a contract and handed it to Lin Qingqing: “This is the indemnity agreement. As long as you sign it, you can participate in the auditions. But let me prepare you mentally—these young contestants are really good. You might not make it past the first round. Keep your expectations in check.”

“And most importantly, don’t push yourself. They’re all young, and there’s no shame in losing to them.”

Even though they wouldn’t be responsible for anything, the staff was still worried something might happen to her.

So it was necessary to mentally prepare her before the competition.

Lin Qingqing picked up the pen and quickly signed the agreement: “Don’t worry. I understand.”

Her mindset had always been good. She was just curious how well the young people could handle pressure.

Lin Qingqing walked over to the waiting area for contestants about to enter the auditions. Looking around at the group of young people with gold chains, metal rings, earrings, baseball bats, sunglasses, and tattoos, she suddenly felt nostalgic for her old shoulder-to-back dragon tattoo.

She had gotten it removed too early. If only she had saved it for today—she would’ve looked so cool.

A young man noticed the white-haired old lady who looked completely out of place and kindly asked, “Granny, who are you looking for?”

Lin Qingqing found a plastic stool, sat down, and smiled, “I’m not looking for anyone. I’m here to compete.”

The young contestants in the waiting area immediately fell silent, their eyes all landing on her.

Then came a wave of suppressed chuckles, trickling into Lin Qingqing’s ears.

It wasn’t that they wanted to laugh… but it was just too funny.

An old lady claiming she came to compete?

Maybe her mind wasn’t all there anymore—maybe she thought she was still in her twenties or thirties?

But the fact that the staff let her in meant she must’ve officially signed up.

Talk about a program highlight.

Someone whispered a joke: “An old lady doing street dance? Maybe it’s just an ultra-fast version of square dancing?”

“Or ultra-fast tai chi.”

“Hope she doesn’t cramp up halfway through.”

“If we win, would it count as elder abuse?”

Sarcastic voices echoed from all corners, but Lin Qingqing couldn’t be bothered to argue.

Victory depended on skill—not on trash talk.

The audition format was one-on-one battles.

So the white-haired lady instantly became the most sought-after opponent among the young contestants.

Beating her would be the easiest ticket to the next round—what could be simpler?

A young man with a full head of dreadlocks approached and smiled enthusiastically, “Granny, how about you battle with me? The others are too strong—not suitable for you.”

Lin Qingqing waved her hand casually, “Anyone is fine.”

As soon as she said that, all the young contestants rushed over, eager to battle her. In the end, Lin Qingqing suggested rock-paper-scissors to decide.

Ten minutes later, the dreadlocked guy was the lucky winner.

When it was their turn to go on stage, a staff member came over to give Lin Qingqing some psychological coaching, terrified that something might go wrong.

The dreadlocked guy looked at the old lady and even asked if she wanted to say any bold words.

Lin Qingqing thought for a moment, looked at him, and asked, “You mentally stable?”

The dreadlocked guy froze for a second. “Yeah.”

“Good, then.”

She was worried he might react like that young man in the esports tournament, who broke down and quit the scene after losing to an old lady.

While they were setting up the music, the staff member even came over to ask, “Is this volume okay? Can your heart take it?”

Lin Qingqing flicked her hand, “Play whatever you want. I’m fine! My heart’s in excellent shape!”

However—three minutes later, the staff realized how unnecessary their worries were.

Granny Lin opened with a Thomas spin and stunned the entire venue!!

Her movements were sharp and stylish, every beat in sync with the rhythm of the music. Even the expression on her aged face added a unique charm.

“Holy sht, holy sht! This granny is not normal!”

“Is this what they call a max-leveled granny? That’s insane!”

“She’s got to debut—right now!”

“Debut? I just heard from the staff she’s already eighty. Her family probably already bought her a plot and urn.”

“True. At this age, she could debut in the morning and have her fans hold a memorial by the afternoon.”

“Eighty?! No way, she looks more like she’s in her sixties! Granny’s really well-preserved.”

Both the contestants and staff were completely floored by her top-tier dance moves!

The dreadlocked guy was dumbfounded too.

With Granny dancing this well, would the judges even notice him?

He was practically in tears. Out of all the contestants, he had managed to land the strongest living ancestor as his opponent. What luck! He really regretted winning that game of rock-paper-scissors!

When the music ended, Lin Qingqing calmly brushed aside the white hair by her ear, regulated her breathing, and exited the stage with elegance.

After coming down, she immediately asked the staff for the video recording of her performance, saying she wanted it as a keepsake.

The staff looked at her with admiration and handed it over without hesitation.

Lin Qingqing sent the video of her dance to the family group chat “Loving Family,” and in an instant, the shock value in her mind skyrocketed!