In Infinite Youth, there are only two foreign trainees in total, but Kim Yoo Eun, a Korean national, grew up in Beijing, and his accent is even an authentic Beijing accent. When the trainees get along with him, they often forget that he is actually a foreigner.
Therefore, toeisup is the only person who can't even understand what the instructor says, so he needs to be translated for him by the later staff. This also caused him to have many difficulties during the recording process. Compared with other trainees who only need to sing and dance, the language barrier is a bigger problem for toeisup.
Although the trainees are actually very kind to him, toeisup often feels frustrated that he can't fit in. He is working hard to learn Chinese, but the time other than training is too limited, plus Chinese is too difficult for him, and toeisup, who has no language talent, progresses very slowly.
During the time when I formed a team with Qin Lu, I helped toeisup a lot, at least it allowed him to understand the everyday words he used frequently.
Toeisup looks like a standard mixed-race, with a porcelain-white complexion, delicate facial features, and a beautiful light brown eye pupil color. In addition, he is very young, and his hair is also light-colored with natural curls. The trainees regard him as a younger brother.
Without hearing his name, toeisup, who was sitting in the waiting area honestly, understood that he had failed in the promotion.
In fact, toeisup is not too surprised by this result.
The last time he brushed the line, this time, nine people will be eliminated. In the later stage, every advance one will be very intense, not to mention so much going forward.
Toeisup understands that there are still many deficiencies in his strength, and there is still a long way to go before forming a group. Compared with the regret of not being able to debut, the mixed-race trainee who looks like a doll raised his head and looked at his teammates who were already familiar with the pyramid seat.
His eyes fell on Qin Lu, who was pursing his lips and looking at him, Fan Xi, who had a smile on his face, and Liao Junchen, who always made him feel strict at first, but was actually a good person.
It doesn't matter if he can't debut, he can come again next year, but he has no chance to debut with Qin Lu and the others.
In the last days of the training base, he couldn't finish walking with his teammates.
Thinking of this, Toeisup's somewhat ignorant face showed a sad expression.
After all the rankings were announced, producer Cui Zhihao took all the advanced trainees and bowed to the camera before ending the recording.
After the camera closed, the trainees got off the pyramid seats and walked towards their eliminated teammates.
The eliminated trainees didn't want to pass on the pressure to the friends who advanced, but when they pretended to laugh casually, it made people feel like a stone was pressed in their hearts.
"It's alright, my strength should be gone a long time ago, and I will be able to vote for you when I go back. At that time, I will be an audience producer hahahaha, should I hurry up and say something nice to me haha!"
"I can follow the show when I get home. I told you that I am definitely famous when I get here. Will I be recognized for autographs when I go out for a walk? I'm looking forward to it here?"
Instead, the trainees who were about to leave were trying their best to smile and comfort their friends who were promoted, while the promoted trainees had a bad face and forced themselves to laugh and play with each other, pretending that they couldn't see the regret in the other party's eyes.
Toeisup was the only one who seemed a little out of place, because the trainee who was very young and could not speak the language could not understand what his teammates were saying until the end of the recording.
So Fan Xi, who tried hard to make Toeisup laugh, found that Toeisup was even more saddened by the naked eye.
He obviously wanted to say goodbye to his teammates, but found he couldn't.
Fan Xi: "… nong, I'm sorry."
toeisup shook his head like a rattle: "Never mind, P Xi, you're fine."
The English vocabulary of the two is also very limited, so it was another period of relative silence that was forced to remain silent.
Toeisup only felt that the atmosphere that he was about to leave became unable to laugh, but he couldn't cry either. There was an inexplicable sad and funny atmosphere.
He opened his mouth several times, but he didn't know how to express his complicated emotions, so he lowered his head sadly, like a mushroom in depression after being hit by the rain and wind.
In fact, he has a lot to say to his teammates.
He wanted to tell Qin Lu that he still didn't learn the Chinese that the other party taught him, which delayed a lot of the other party's rest time, but there was still no obvious progress. He will definitely practice hard when he goes back this time, and when he has the opportunity to meet each other again, he will be able to speak Chinese as well as everyone else like P Youen.
Then he wanted to tell everyone that he cherished the time he spent with everyone.
Even if he knew that he was not strong enough, in fact, he secretly fantasized about being able to stand by everyone's side, and they would go to the end together.
But now the dream has returned to reality, and it is all a beautiful dream to wake up.
I woke up from the dream, and now I want to return to ordinary life.
There is no chance to train with you again, no way to learn Chinese with P Lu, no time to practice dancing with P Chen, and no more delicious rice bowls.
Three months passed by like quicksand, and even if I tried to reach out and grab it, I couldn't keep it in the end.
Before coming to this show, toeisup was just a high school student with a dream, but he was ignorant and even easily retreated.
This is the first time he has come to another unfamiliar country. Those apprehensive worries have not appeared, but have met many brothers with different personalities but very warm.
Toeisup looked around at his teammates earnestly. Although he still had many regrets and did not do what he wanted to do together, for him, it was time to leave.
Qin Lu lowered his eyes, his toeisup smile was still a little shy, his light brown eyes were partially covered by flaxen curly hair, so he couldn't see the emotions in his eyes clearly, "P Lu, three months, thank you."
"P Xi, P Chen, P Su..." Toeisup read slowly one by one carefully, read everyone's name, and then said with a bright smile, "Definitely, debut, come on!"
Toeisup is young, his Mandarin is not standard, and he speaks in a soft tone unique to Thai people, which makes people want to rub his flax-colored curly hair.
Fan Xi was the worst at dealing with such a bit of a sad situation. He followed his instinct and rushed up to wrap Toeisup's neck and head with his arms, and then dangled like a big koala: "Small, don't say La."
Toeisup's eyes are bent into a line. When he laughs, he is super cute, and he is more like a child when he is held by Fan Xi, who is tall and has long legs.
He patted the other's arm and said, "P Xi, can't breath—"
Fan Xi: "...?"
Jin Youen raised his hand and patted Fan Xi's head: "Let go of toei, I can't breathe anymore!"
Fan Xi: "… nong, I'm really sorry!!!"
Toeisup, who was finally able to breathe again, quickly waved his hands: "P Lu, it's ok! Don't mind!"
All staff: "… "
This scene always feels familiar.
Toeisup couldn't help laughing, and felt that he wanted to say a few words of goodbye, but he couldn't say it.
The better the time spent with the trainees, the harder it was to let go. This was the first parting faced by toeisup, who was not yet seventeen years old, and he found that he didn't want to cry.
It doesn't matter, there will definitely be intersections of life trajectories in the future.
only…
Saying goodbye here.
Perhaps it was inexplicably tacit, no one mentioned the word "goodbye". After returning to the dormitory building to help toeisup pack up, toeisup put on his private clothes and wore a very sunny Thai-style navy blue floral shirt. Youthful white shorts, dragging a big suitcase to leave the training base.
Everyone was together, and toeisup didn't say anything to everyone individually. Because when he had too much to say, he couldn't say a word.
Perhaps the one who stayed the longest was not the dormitory, but the practice room. The dishes in the cafeteria have been recited by heart, including P Xi's boiled healthy meals, which are all part of the memory.
When packing up, toeisup accidentally found that the Chinese book he brought was full of detailed notes. The handwriting is very beautiful, and it is a level that Toeisup himself thinks he will never be able to achieve in his entire life. Every word is accompanied by Chinese pinyin to help him understand the specific meaning.
The handwriting is very familiar, and at first glance it was written by Qin Lu.
Toeisup was stunned for a while when he saw it. He didn't know when Qin Lu did this for him. It was obvious that the training arrangement had been very hard. He knew that Qin Lu had a short sleep time every day.
Qin Lu not only accompanies him to practice dancing, but also writes meticulous Chinese annotations for him.
Obviously there is no toeisup who wants to cry, but now I can't control it, so I have to rub my flaxen hair randomly, and let the long bangs slightly cover my eyes.
He took a deep breath, couldn't cry, couldn't cry.
The last memory must be full of smiles.
P Lu, thank you.
The bus is already waiting for the eliminated trainees.
His teammates all came out to see him off. Before getting into the car, Toeisup turned around and waved to Qin Lu and the others, with a bright smile as always.
"Ps, form a group and debut!"
Qin Lu has hardly said anything since toeisup was eliminated. He helped toeisup clean up in silence, and now he just nodded to toeisup with a smile. Liao Junchen glanced at him silently, put his hand on his shoulder, and waved goodbye to toeisup.
Fan Xi held both hands in the shape of a trumpet: "toei, can I be a guide if I go to Thailand to play with you?"
Toeisup's eyes were bright, he grinned, and said loudly: "P Xi, I didn't, I understand!"
Fan Xi: "… "
Damn, he forgot again.
Fan Xi's efforts try to remedy: "Uh, can we..."
Fan Xi, a student who often fails in English: "..."
When the book is used up, I hate it less! ! The ancients never lied to me! !
He is tired.
toeisup: "P Xi?"
Fan Xi: "… ok!! Nothing!"
The mournful Fan Xi felt that he was broken today.
Toeisup saw that Qin Lu was not in the state, he was quiet for a while, "P Lu, form a group, night, I will, see!"
He tried his best to express what he meant. Although he said it in a mess, the trainees on the scene understood it.
Qin Lu was startled. He paused for a while, and didn't speak for a while.
When toeisup finally saw Qin Lu's usual smile again, he couldn't help turning his head hastily, while muttering: "I need to go...", his eyes were still red.
After he jumped into the car, he just waved to his teammates with his hands behind his back and didn't look back.
After the bus started, Toeisup had the courage to turn around and look at the training base that had gradually gone away.
In front of the familiar building, Qin Lu and the others hadn't left. Even though they couldn't see each other's expressions clearly, they were watching the bus leave.
Toeisup looked at the backward scenery outside the window and wiped away his tears.
Today is a very sunny day.
—
There was not much time left for the trainees to feel sad. After a short rest, everyone came to the No. 3 studio again and waited for the instructors to announce the performance preparation process for the group night.
This time, instructor Lai Yuhan was in charge of publishing the rules. This bespectacled and gentle teacher was very close to the trainees, mainly because he had a good temper and was approachable.
"Everyone knows that this is the last stop on this show." Instructor Lai Yuhan smiled very politely, probably seeing that the trainees were a little nervous and heavy, he thought for a while and said, "I have reached the This step, I know you are all nervous. Because the closer you are to success, the more afraid of failure."
"However, I hope you don't go to the final stage with such a mentality."
Instructor Lai Yuhan looked around at the trainees, "The final stage location is the Silver Torch Gymnasium in Huayan City."
The trainees widened their eyes in shock.
"Silver Torch?!"
"Isn't that the largest performance venue in the country... Only first-line singers have the opportunity to sing at the Silver Torch, because the singers with a little lesser reputation can't sell out on-site tickets. As expected of infinite youth, the program team is really rich. "
"I originally thought it was a little bigger than the performance stage, but I didn't expect such a big deal..."
"Wouldn't it be that there would be tens of thousands of people in the audience?? Oh my god... I imagine my legs are a little tense now."
"Why? How cool!! If I can't make my debut, I might be able to go to the Silver Torch once in my life. I only get excited when I imagine it!!"
"I've already started to imagine what it's like to be really 'all in the limelight' when I perform there... Probably our previous performances and group nights are not worth mentioning."
Instructor Lai Yuhan watched the trainees' reactions patiently, and then smiled and said, "Yes. By then, the audience off the stage will be several times the number of people performing, and that will be a real concert. You guys. The test that will be faced will not be a very simple matter, and it will be different from the previous performances.”
"A huge stage will make everyone standing on it very small. When facing the sight of tens of thousands of live audiences, do you have the confidence to perform perfectly? Not making mistakes does not mean success, you can guarantee yourself Won't you play out of shape due to tension and perform hip pulling?"
"The night of the group will be broadcast live. The live broadcast will not only make the audience feel the real experience, but will also be displayed in front of millions or even tens of millions of viewers watching the live broadcast."
"Imagine that picture. If you don't take it seriously, go all out, and do a good job of mental construction, what terrible consequences await you."
"At that time, it will be a real public execution."
All the trainees imagined the scene following Lai Yuhan's words, and then many people's faces instantly turned green.
They were wrong. Lai Yuhan's mentor is obviously the most terrifying person! !
horrible. Not only is it a question of whether or not to debut, but it is the first time in life that I stand on the stage of the silver torch, leaving such a black history, how will I get along in the future? It's not just a matter of social death, but directly to the Arctic Circle.
At that time, no matter how good the previous performance was, it was meaningless. Everyone will only remember how bad their performances were during the live broadcast, and if they performed well in the previous performances, they would also wonder if the later editing and editing helped them complete it.
Strength is the cornerstone of long-term success.
You can't go wrong on stage! !
Satisfied to see the fearful expressions on the faces of the trainees, Instructor Lai Yuhan nodded with a smile: "That's right. Keep your spirits up, you must fight beautifully in the last battle. You are all taught by me, Don't let me and the other teachers down."
Trainees: Is that the point of this beating
"Although that is said, the night of forming a group is still different from the previous performances." Instructor Lai Yuhan continued, "The previous performances were all provided by the program team, and the trainees had a limited selection. Personal preferences don't match, and it's not a display of your maximal strength."
When the trainees realized something, their eyes lit up.
Instructor Lai Yuhan said with a smile: "In the final farewell concert, every trainee who has been promoted can choose a song they like. And whether it is a pure vocal show, a pure dance performance, or if you want It's up to you to sing and dance at the same time."
"That is to say, show your strongest and most competitive side, which can maximize your charm."
"You can freely show what you haven't shown in the previous performance!"
The trainees were immediately excited.
"Oh my God, I'm so touched... I thought I wouldn't have a chance to choose a song I like when I came to this show, but I didn't expect that it was given a chance to show it in the end."
"Great... I have practiced a song for several years, but I haven't shown it in front of people. I think this time I will be able to perform the stage flawlessly!!"
"Is the copyright okay...? I wonder if foreign songs can be selected."
"It doesn't matter if you dance, right? Just use the background sound. If you sing, you should buy the copyright, but the program team naturally said so, and then it's not something we need to worry about."
Instructor Lai Yuhan added: "The personal program must be scheduled before noon tomorrow, and there will be staff to connect with you at that time."
"I will be out at noon tomorrow? Time is so tight!!"
"I'm starting to get nervous about the difficulty of choosing."
"Every time I choose a song that doesn't suit my contestant, I've already started to have a headache... Suddenly I feel that it is better to let the program team give it. If I choose the wrong song, I can't make excuses to blame the program team, it can only be my own strength. ."
At this time, Lai Yuhan continued: "To give everyone a personal stage is that since the first phase has been a group stage, there is no chance to show their advantages. Because the final group night needs to be voted on the spot, for the sake of fairness, everyone will Give a separate stage as a visual representation. But—"
The trainees pricked up their ears.
"Ours is a talent show for a men's team. So the final group performance will naturally have a teamwork show."
The trainees nodded, which was reasonable.
"But I also said before that the final farewell concert will give everyone the greatest degree of freedom. Therefore, the performance in the form of a group is still decided by everyone. The minimum number of each group is limited to three or less, and the team is free to choose teammates. The form of performance can be dance, vocal, or a combination of singing and dancing, or even other display methods.”
"People who have confidence in the instrument, for example, can perform in other forms."
"You have only one goal, and that is to enjoy the stage, and at the same time let the audience see you and want to vote for you as much as possible."
Strength and personal charm are both important parts of becoming an idol.
"Set up teammates, performance mode and repertoire. The deadline is also at 12 noon tomorrow."
After instructor Lai Yuhan left, in Studio 3, the trainees began to form teams to set performance projects.
Wei Zige was the one who found Qin Lu the fastest.
He showed a sullen and arrogant smile, and said straight to the point: "Qin Lu, do you want to form a band with me?"
Twenty minutes later.
Qin Lu's group was the fastest to be finalized.
After deliberation, the final performance group was set to four people, and it was a bold attempt to perform in the form of a band.
Wei Zige is the only one known to know how to play drums among all the trainees, so he is very direct as a drummer. And Liao Junchen's bass is very good, the only problem is the lack of a keyboard player.
Just when Wei Zige began to consider whether to remove the keyboard and replace it with a double bass, Fan Xi, who had teamed up with Qin Lu, said, "I heard you are looking for a keyboard player? I'm an amateur level 10, is that enough? ?"
The three suddenly raised their heads and looked at Fan Xi.
Wei Zige: "Okay!"
Qin Lu is the lead singer, Fan Xi keyboard, Wei Zige drummer, Liao Junchen bass.
The respective positions of the bands have been determined, and only the selection is left.