Stepping out of the interview room, another crowd had gathered in the corridor.

“Is she the relative of Xu Zhixia?”

“More than just a relative, she’s Ji’s family heiress, and she even acted in a few TV dramas when she was younger.”

“Wow, that’s impressive! Why would someone so wealthy come here for an audition? It’s like asking for trouble. With her family’s assets and connections in the entertainment industry, why doesn’t she pursue acting instead?”

“Such a beautiful face, it’s a waste not to pursue acting.”

Xiao Yanjin realized they were talking about Ji Yunuo.

Wait a minute, Ji Yunuo!!

What was she doing here??

As the girls from the front walked past the crowd, Ji Yunuo happened to be in the middle, her ears adorned with sparkling headphones, her long hair swept behind her ears.

Wearing a blue crop top, revealing a glimpse of her flawless waist, it was springtime, yet she seemed unfazed by the chill, her gaze piercing like a bright beam of light.

Especially those long, fair thighs, swaying back and forth… somewhat… captivating.

It was evident that Ji Yunuo had spotted Xiao Yanjin hiding among the crowd. For a moment, surprise flickered across her face, but she quickly composed herself and continued walking.

Only three days had passed since their blind date, and here they were, face to face again.

Didn’t we agree never to see each other again?!

Xiao Yanjin felt incredibly awkward. Seizing the opportunity while her teammates went to the snack bar, she slipped into the restroom for a quick break.

Midway through, she heard a girl in the adjacent stall ask, “Sis, do you have any spare toilet paper?”

“In here,” Xiao Yanjin replied, pulling out a few sheets and passing them through the gap under the partition.

“Thanks, sis.”

After finishing her business, as Xiao Yanjin washed her hands, the girl stepped out and gave her a smile before leaving.

Reflecting on the encounter, Xiao Yanjin noted the girl’s tall, slender figure and commanding presence. She seemed like a promising contestant.

Xiao Yanjin shrugged, thinking, What does it matter what the contestants look like? Can’t she just mind her own business and move on?

Suddenly, a sharp pain gripped her stomach, causing her to feel nauseous.

She had woken up too early today, and the greasy food she ate earlier was now taking its toll on her stomach.

Enough of this, she thought. It’s time to head back. Passing through the corridor where the interviews were held, she noticed fewer people lingering around.

Ji Yunuo, leaning against the railing, had already finished her audition and was waiting for her teammates to come out.

Still wearing her headphones, Ji Yunuo seemed to be engaged in a conversation with someone this time.

With hair scattered and some pulled back behind her ears, her profile softened, exuding a quiet grace reminiscent of a southern belle. Yet her demeanor remained cold and distant, making it impossible for anyone to approach her normally.

Avoiding eye contact, Xiao Yanjin was about to walk past Ji Yunuo when a peculiar smell caught her attention, making her feel even more nauseous than before. Before she knew it, her legs gave way, and she accidentally stumbled into Ji Yunuo.

Her vomit landed squarely on Ji Yunuo’s clean clothes.

Ji Yunuo: “…”

When Xiao Yanjin regained consciousness, she found herself lying in a hospital bed.

“Are you awake?” A voice, as frosty as an ice queen’s, made Xiao Yanjin feel like she had stumbled into a different dimension.

“Mom?”

“Are you so nauseous that even your brain is affected?” The cold voice shattered Xiao Yanjin’s illusion. She turned to see Ji Yunuo sitting upright in a chair, her posture impeccable.

But judging by her expression, she didn’t seem too pleased. Her countenance was as dark as a storm cloud.

“Why are you here?”

At that moment, Ji Yunuo’s expression darkened even further, and Xiao Yanjin could see a vein throbbing on her forehead.

Xiao Yanjin suddenly remembered her fainting episode and the unfortunate incident with the vomit.

“If I apologize, will you forgive me?” Xiao Yanjin asked cautiously. “It was just my upset stomach that caused you trouble.”

Playing it coy to seek forgiveness was the only way to keep things peaceful.

Ji Yunuo, although a stickler for cleanliness, seemed to tolerate the situation, given Xiao Yanjin’s polite apology.

“It’s okay. As long as you’re awake, it means you’re not dead.”

Xiao Yanjin: “…”

“Is this a hospital?”

“Where else would it be?”

“Did you bring me here by yourself?”

“I can’t carry you; you’re too heavy. And I couldn’t find your teammates either. Luckily, there was a tall girl who helped me take you to the hospital, but she had to leave. The doctor said it’s just a cold stomach due to exposure to the cold, so drink more hot water in the future.” Ji Yunuo answered each question with precision but showed no sign of leaving.

“Then I’ll repay you for the medical expenses.”

“No need.” Ji Yunuo’s icy glare softened slightly. “I just wanted to ask, were you surprised to see me earlier?”

“Oh?” Xiao Yanjin flinched, feeling a bit startled by Ji Yunuo’s sudden question. “Weren’t you surprised to see me too?”

Ji Yunuo seemed taken aback for a moment, then she simply smiled and said, “You’re quite articulate.”

The first season of “Goddess 101” was a sensation back then, and Ji Yunuo, at the tender age of seventeen, had followed it closely, as her cousin had participated in the show.

Ji Yunuo had never really had any dreams of her own. The many skills she learned as a child were just additions from the elders in her family. Being a socialite, it was expected of her. No one ever asked her what she liked.

But watching over a hundred girls showcase their talents on stage, each one captivating her with their dance and song, she found herself drawn to the cheering fans below the stage. She liked being adored.

With the auditions for the dream approaching, she couldn’t wait any longer.

“Alright, I won’t tell anyone. But why did you decide to audition?” Ji Yunuo tilted her head, her tone softening.

“Because my boss forced me!” Xiao Yanjin retorted indignantly.

Ji Yunuo: “?” Though she didn’t understand Xiao Yanjin’s words, she couldn’t help but smile silently.

Xiao Yanjin felt a bit surprised by Ji Yunuo’s sudden change in demeanor. Despite her chilly exterior, there was a strange allure about her, like a breath of fresh air.

“I won’t ask anymore. But why did you decide to audition?” Ji Yunuo turned her head, her tone gentle.

“Because I was forced by my boss!” Xiao Yanjin exclaimed, feeling frustrated.

Ji Yunuo: “?” Although she didn’t understand Xiao Yanjin’s words, she couldn’t help but smile silently.

Xiao Yanjin felt a bit surprised by Ji Yunuo’s sudden change in demeanor. Despite her chilly exterior, there was a strange allure about her, like a breath of fresh air.

Xiao Yanjin stood up. “I’ll go back now.”

“Wait.”

“What’s wrong?”

“I…” Xiao Yanjin pretended to be coy. “I don’t have any money on me. Could you, Miss Ji, be so kind as to give me a ride back home?”

Ji Yunuo: “…”

Ji Yunuo didn’t know why she agreed to this person’s request. Now, sitting in the car with Xiao Yanjin in the passenger seat, Xiao Yanjin couldn’t stop talking.

Why did she talk so much?!

“Why didn’t you call my parents to come pick me up? Then you could have left.”

“I don’t have your parents’ phone numbers.”

“Then why didn’t you ask your mom to notify them?”

“I don’t want to tell them.”

“Why not?”

Ji Yunuo pursed her lips, feeling like she had an annoying chatterbox beside her, but her upbringing told her not to tell her to shut up.

“Ah!” Xiao Yanjin suddenly exclaimed.

“What’s wrong now?”

“There’s an ice cream stand on the side of the road, and it looks so tempting. Miss Ji, could you please stop so I can buy one?”

“Um… Um?” Ji Yunuo turned to her, puzzled. “What did you call me?”

“Miss Ji, of course.”

Unashamed, Xiao Yanjin flashed a pitiful look. It couldn’t be helped; the original owner of this body was just too charming. Her laughter was like a melody, and her pout was even more endearing. Anyone would feel pity for her.

But Ji Yunuo wasn’t one to be swayed by pity, yet she still chose to buy Xiao Yanjin the ice cream—because she didn’t want to endure Xiao Yanjin’s incessant chatter anymore.

“Not setting a precedent,” Ji Yunuo handed her the cash. She wasn’t stingy, but dealing with this person was a bit troublesome.

“Thank you, Miss Ji.” Xiao Yanjin thanked her sweetly and dashed out of the car.

Watching her figure disappear, Ji Yunuo suddenly felt that this person was actually quite obedient.