readsfreenovel Chapter 97 Process Bureau
Chapter 97 Process Bureau
Even when he tried to give instructions, his tone betrayed a tension and hesitation that he himself could clearly sense. His coordination was not entirely smooth and appropriate, and his movements were awkward and inexperienced.
But Tao Zhiming always held a faint hope in her heart: as long as she took the initiative to take steps, carefully adjusted her pace, and tried her best to strive, at least... at least she wouldn't end up in last place.
However, the cold, hard ranking results gave her a resounding slap in the face.
Her desperate efforts, her secret resolve, and the changes she tried to make all seemed to be of little use.
Especially when her gaze fell on Shu Hua, who was firmly in first place, she was filled with confusion and helplessness, and a heavy sense of defeat enveloped her.
She used to claim that she didn't care about empty titles like rankings, and that her original intention in doing live streaming was simply to share everyday happiness. She always advised her fans to consume rationally and tip appropriately.
But the embarrassment and shame that welled up in her heart at this moment were burning and sharp, clearly reminding her that she might not be as indifferent to winning or losing as she thought.
The peacefulness of staying true to oneself and the competitive, unwilling desire to win are like two opposing forces, constantly tearing and fiercely battling within her heart.
Gummy and Soda stared at Shu Hua, who had once again taken the top spot on the list. After a brief moment of shock, a tense unease welled up in their hearts.
The two subconsciously tensed up, secretly wondering: In this round, would Shu Hua come up with some tricky and strange punishment methods again?
Their image has just been salvaged; if it's ruined again, some of their older brothers and sisters might really run away.
They simultaneously began to recall what other punishments they were not good at, and upon closer reflection, they realized there were indeed some.
Let's see if Shu Hua still knows this time.
The man on the phone still wore that goofy, business-like smile, but deep in his eyes he was already clenching a fierce anger, silently gritting his teeth and suppressing his frustration.
He could foresee the close competition among them, but he never expected that Shu Hua, whom he thought would be at the bottom, would actually be in first place.
Moreover, this score is beyond what he initially expected for the score from stealing towers.
If he can't outplay those popular streamers in this round, then his participation in this multiplayer PK today is just to be a supporting role for them.
The gossip radio station quietly took out its phone and started contacting the operators.
He must win first place in this round.
Otherwise, the bosses who give you points might just run away.
Many of the people who helped him rank up were just there for fun.
If you pay money and still lose, where's the fun in that?
Of the group, only Yue Se Ru Huai maintained her usual calm and gentle elegant smile, her expression peaceful and serene.
Although this outcome was unexpected, she had previously learned about Shu Hua's various unconventional and bizarre actions, so after a moment's thought, she felt it was reasonable and not too surprising.
From the beginning, she was not obsessed with taking first place; she only sought to maintain a top-three ranking, and her mindset was relaxed and stable.
Moonlight embraced her, and she spoke gently and calmly, "Oh dear, Shuhua is in first place again this round. What game would you like to play this time?"
Shu Hua wasn't such an undignified person. After making those two lose face so badly in the last round, she planned to be more restrained this time.
If the last game was active, let's keep quiet this one.
Shu Hua: "The last round was lively, let's calm down this round and have a simple truth or dare game."
I'm not familiar with everyone, so I won't be able to ask you anything. You can ask them in the order of our live stream, clockwise.
Let me see, it's like this: Peppermint soda asks a piece of gummy candy, a piece of gummy candy asks the moonlight to embrace it, the moonlight to embrace it asks the gossip radio station, the gossip radio station asks Tao Tao, and Tao Tao asks peppermint soda.
Just a heads up, if anyone doesn't answer truthfully, I'll change the process as a punishment.
My record is verifiable.
Okay, let's start with baking soda.
As soon as Shu Hua finished speaking, Soda flashed her signature "sunny" smile again: "Candy Sister, which of us are you most looking forward to seeing before today's live stream?"
This question is safe and harmless, with just the right amount of ambiguity. It can easily enhance the atmosphere of the live broadcast room without offending anyone, and the sense of proportion is very well handled.
Gummy Bear's sweet smile had returned to its flawless state, and her voice had become soft and sweet again: "Oh, Soda Brother, is that even a question? Of course, I'm looking forward to seeing our elegant and amazing Sister Yueyue!"
She smoothly shifted the conversation to Moonlight Embracing, but her eyes held a subtle, almost imperceptible, competitive glint.
"Then I'll ask Sister Yueyue. We all know that Sister Yueyue is the most elegant streamer on the platform. So I want to know, when was Sister Yueyue at her least elegant?"
Gummy's question, seemingly just a casual inquiry into a funny or embarrassing incident, actually hides a deeper motive.
Elegance is the core label that Moonlight Embraces has long been rooted in, and it is the key to attracting fans.
If this perfect and elegant persona is cracked, it will inevitably affect her public image and popularity.
Gummy Bear secretly pondered: she had been at a disadvantage and her image had been damaged all day, so why should she be the only one who was embarrassed?
If Moonlight Embrace answers such a question in a lukewarm way, then it's not the truth.
That strange-tempered Shu Hua will probably make a move.
Upon hearing the question from Yue Se Ru Huai, Yue Se Ru Huai gracefully rested her chin on her slender fingers, a mischievous glint flashing in her ever-smiling eyes, before blossoming into a smile that was both helpless and playful:
"Oh dear, Candy Sister's question really doesn't leave me any face." She lowered her head slightly, as if recalling something, her voice carrying just the right amount of embarrassment and self-deprecation.
"The least elegant time... You're asking this because you probably watched my live stream last week."
Last week, I was playing a game online with a game streamer when my cat insisted on jumping onto my keyboard to "help" me play. As a result, with a flurry of paws, he not only gave my perfect score to the opponent but also precisely pressed the camera switch.
They shoved the camera right into my face, which was covered in a green seaweed mask and I was screaming in shock with my mouth agape... Well, at that moment, I probably forgot what elegance was.
I originally thought it was just a last-minute live stream, and that I was just playing games with friends.
They didn't turn on the camera or notify their fans.
I'll learn from this experience and never let my guard down when I'm live streaming.
However, my face mask works quite well. If you need it, I can recommend it to you!
The moonlight gently eased the slightly difficult question posed by the candy, making the atmosphere much more relaxed.
The situation is indeed quite awkward, but it also carries a touch of humor. Furthermore, thanks to the presence of the cat, the image of "Moonlight Embracing the Heart" is not only not damaged, but rather a contrast is added.
It turns out that even an elegant goddess can be this "cute".
After answering Gummy's question, Moonlight Embrace turned to the gossip radio station, her smile still gentle, "Alright, I've confessed all my 'dark history'."
So, it's your turn, Xiao Xian.
"Hmm... I'll start with something simple. There are so many beautiful women today, so just do what you usually do and compliment each one."
The question about "Moonlight in My Embrace" seems simple and casual, but it actually gave the talk show a lot of room to maneuver, which perfectly suited his strengths in being witty and making jokes.
The radio host was overjoyed and instantly perked up. This was the opportunity he had been dreaming of to shine, a chance to create highlights for the live broadcast and boost his own profile.
Since the question itself was mundane and mild, he deliberately created sensational moments in his answer to grab attention.
"Alright! Sister Yue, that's a good question. Praising beautiful women is my specialty!" The gossip radio station immediately switched to an excited state with its own lively atmosphere, put on its signature enthusiastic smile, raised its tone, and sped up its speech, making the whole person appear particularly excited and exaggerated.
"First and foremost, it has to be our incomparably elegant Sister Yue!"
He bowed exaggeratedly in the direction the moonlight embraced him, showering her with praise: "Sister Yue sitting in front of the camera is a stunning ink painting in itself! Her aura, wow, is even more noble and elegant than an antique vase in a museum, so commanding that you don't even dare to speak loudly, for fear of disturbing this work of art! Elegant, so incredibly elegant!"
When it was Gummy's turn, he looked her up and down without any hesitation, his eyes frivolous, and he exuded a greasy feeling that he thought was humorous: "Look at our Gummy! Sweet, so sweet! So sweet that it makes your teeth ache! That soft and cute smile, that soft and sweet voice, my god, who in the live stream can resist it?"
She's a walking honey pot, radiating softness and tenderness, making you want to protect her the moment you see her...hehe.
Halfway through his sentence, he winked playfully, thinking he was being witty and charming.
However, when paired with stiff live-stream modeling, it only makes the behavior appear strange and greasy, which is particularly incongruous.
When it was Shu Hua's turn, the gossip radio station became even more exaggerated, "Oh my! Look, everyone! Here comes the highlight! The beautiful Shu Hua!"
Do I even need to praise her? Her aura and looks are simply divine, like a goddess descended from the heavens!
I didn't dare to open my eyes wide, afraid of being blinded by this ethereal aura!
Just sitting there, he exudes a holy aura, making the live stream room shine!
A fairy! Absolutely a fairy! Such a beauty is rarely seen on earth; she should only exist in heaven! Guys, type "fairy" in the chat!
When it finally came down to Tao Zhiming, the exaggerated smile on his face quietly faded, and he deliberately restrained all his enthusiasm.
He cleared his throat, his tone carrying a deliberate scrutiny and a deliberately downplayed perfunctory tone, and said meaningfully:
"Tao Tao, my little sister... oh my, I'm so envious."
She looks like a student—neat, clean, innocent, and naive, like a little white flower that hasn't fully bloomed yet. So endearing!
No wonder he doesn't have to do anything, just sit there quietly, and naturally has older brothers and sisters pampering and protecting him.
That luck, wow, those of us who make a living by talking can only envy it.
Youth is an asset; cherish this blessing!
The radio station thought they couldn't keep using the same routine, and seeing that Tao Zhiming was young and had come in last place this round, they praised her at the end, changing their style. They couldn't keep praising the others too much.
This is putting themselves in a very low position.
He certainly praised Tao Zhiming, but mainly for her youth and good luck. However, this was a veiled criticism, implying that Tao Zhiming's success was entirely due to luck.
The radio station believed his answer was quite good and had some effect.
I deliberately left a controversial comment at the end; that should make his presence felt.
As he expected, he did indeed have a sense of presence for the first time in today's PK match.
But it wasn't what he expected. Although there was some controversy, he could simply gloss over it with a simple statement about his speaking style.
Putting aside the fact that the comments section didn't buy into the gossip radio show, several of the girls who were "praised" also seemed somewhat displeased.
As the moonlight embraced her, the signature gentle smile on her face faded slightly, and her brows furrowed almost imperceptibly.
Hearing the phrase "more expensive than an antique vase in a museum" under the moonlight, it didn't sound like a compliment at all; instead, it evoked a sense of disdain and objectification.
However, she didn't say anything, but simply suppressed her slight displeasure in her eyes.
Having done live streaming for so long, she wouldn't actually voice this level of dislike.
There's no need for that.
The sweet smile on Gummy's face froze for a moment.
The radio host's phrases, "sweet to the point of being cloying" and "walking honey pot," coupled with his deliberately scrutinizing gaze and winking gestures, made her feel nauseous and greasy.
Not to mention the later "I want to...hehe, protect it," which was so frivolous that she didn't even want to comment on it.
The two people were just unhappy, but Tao Zhiming felt a bit upset. Being brought up again was just because she was lucky, and even being told that she "didn't have to do anything" was practically a denial of all her previous efforts.
She is also working hard to come up with content for her live streams, and now she's even starting to actively participate in PK battles.
But in other people's eyes, it turns out that she only relied on luck all along.
She was already frustrated by the fact that despite her active leadership, they still came in last place, and now she felt even more depressed.
[Oh my god! That radio guy's praise was so awkward! I'm digging my toes in the ground!]
Help! This overwhelming greasiness is making my phone greasy!
【Praising Sister Yue as an antique vase? Seriously, bro? Does that even sound like a compliment?】
[A walking honey pot? Protect him? Ugh... This overwhelming sense of a greasy middle-aged man is making me cringe!]
[The artist's exaggerated fairy-tale theories... I'm so embarrassed!]
[A celestial maiden descending to earth? Holy light? A fairy? Dude, are you reciting cheesy love poems from QQ Space?]
[Here's the key point! What did he say to Tao Tao? What does "sitting quietly and being fawned over by older brothers and sisters" mean? Isn't that blatantly saying that she relies on luck and doesn't do anything?]
This is outrageous! Putting down Tao Tao to praise someone else? Are you crazy?!
"Can't be envious?" Goodness, his sarcastic remarks are far more effective than his so-called "sense of humor"!
I used to find his jokes funny, but now... it's not witty at all, it's just plain stale, overused stuff! It's sickeningly sweet!