Lin Muci went out for the second time.
Fan photographers captured her hugging Yang Weiyang affectionately.
The two were similar in height, with Lin Muci being slightly taller.
Yang Weiyang tiptoed, her cheek pressed against Lin Muci's, smiling as if she had won the grand prize on a holiday.
Lin Muci petted her hair.
Yang Weiyang brushed away stray strands of hair from her face, then nuzzled her arm.
They were just like two adorable, fluffy bunnies.
It was truly heartwarming to witness.
She held Yang Weiyang, whose head rested on her shoulder as she whispered into her ear.
"Xiao Ci, you have to keep up the good work!"
"Xiao Ci, you're the most amazing in my heart!"
"Whether it's Ma Yingying or Niu Yingying, they can't compare to Lin Muci!"
...
Fox today had a very popular talk show, and Ma Yingying was scheduled to appear.
Furthermore, it was reported that Ma Yingying would compete with Lin Muci in stage performance on this talk show.
She had already issued a challenge!
That post had millions of likes, and even many overseas media outlets had reported on it, making it a battle for honor.
Whoever lost would be embarrassed.
Previously, Ma Yingying had previewed this showdown on her social media platforms.
Ma Yingying herself was very confident.
This was because she had high popularity overseas and had recently released a new single. She was at her peak, enjoying immense success.
Moreover, overseas was her home ground, her stronghold.
She believed she was destined to win.
And she could also gain the satisfaction of dominating Lin Muci.
She didn't believe that the East could produce any idols with outstanding skills.
Moreover, she had researched, and this girl was not a trainee but an ordinary student.
She had not undergone systematic training, so how could she achieve anything significant?
Ma Yingying looked down upon Lin Muci with utmost disdain.
She believed Lin Muci would never make it.
Although Lin Muci was quite attractive, she was undoubtedly just a beautiful but useless individual.
Due to her ingrained prejudice, she hadn't even watched Lin Muci's debut stage and had no idea about her true abilities during her debut battle.
Lin Muci sat in the audience, her lips pressed together, her expression unfazed.
For her,
this was merely a minor affair.
She had acted alongside an international film emperor.
She even had the confidence to refuse a renowned international director.
If Ma Yingying hadn't proactively challenged her, she wouldn't have bothered to acknowledge her; who did she think she was?
Challenging her.
Did she even have the capability?
Meanwhile, Ma Yingying was full of high spirits, conversing animatedly with the host on stage.
She was boasting extensively about herself.
"Yes, next, Mike and I will be on a reality show."
"A dating-themed one, and I believe we will undoubtedly become the best couple globally."
"We have perfect chemistry. We are so compatible, I believe no other couple can surpass us."
"We are simply the best!"
The beautiful blonde, blue-eyed host immediately laughed.
"I heard Hanks will also be on, are you confident even when facing such a formidable international film emperor?"
Ma Yingying nodded without hesitation.
"Yes."
"Even when facing a powerful international film emperor like Hanks, I have full confidence. I believe Li Mike and I can achieve victory over him and his girlfriend."
"After all, on variety shows, it's not about acting skills, but about the chemistry between couples, isn't it?"
"And when it comes to couples, I'm confident we are absolutely the best."
She was very self-assured.
And very proud.
The host opposite her was clearly surprised by her confidence.
Curiously, she pressed further, "So, what's the deal with your challenge to Lin Muci?"
"Fans are saying that it's because of Lin Muci's strong rise this year that you decided to challenge her, is that true?"
Ma Yingying looked at the camera, a hint of a sarcastic smile playing on her lips.
She let out a disdainful snort.
Her tone was dismissive of Lin Muci.
"Lin Muci's strong rise has threatened my position?"
"I believe..."
She paused, then raised her head.
On her heavily made-up face, a strong sense of mockery emerged.
"I believe such a statement is utterly ridiculous."
"Lin Muci cannot possibly threaten me."
"In fact, I believe Lin Muci and I are incomparable."
"Firstly, as everyone knows, my abilities are immense, and I have many fans globally."
"And—"
Ma Yingying raised an eyebrow.
"Furthermore, Li Mike and I have perfect chemistry; we are a globally renowned and powerful couple! I believe my popularity far surpasses Lin Muci's."
"Combined, Li Mike and I have tens of millions of fans."
"Stronger than Lin Muci, even surpassing the entire 'Era Girls' group!"
Hearing this, the host's mouth fell open in astonishment.
At the same time, she asked her, "You believe your popularity far surpasses Lin Muci's?"
The host took a deep breath.
"If that's the case—"
She paused, but still asked the question that was on every fan's mind.
"If that's the case, why do you still want to challenge Lin Muci?"
Ma Yingying's attitude was so arrogant that it made one want to punch her.
"Why do you ask? Perhaps it's because I believe that China cannot produce truly strong idols."
"I want to prove this to everyone – that even though her popularity isn't as great as mine, she's undeserving of her position."
"She has desecrated the very name of 'idol'!"
"Their songs are written with too much arrogance, talking about phoenixes and symbolizing the East."
"I find those statements all ridiculous."
"An idol who hasn't undergone systematic training, debuting for only a year, dares to claim to represent the East?"
"I am the strongest one."
"If there's a concept of an empress in the idol world, I believe it can only be me."
"That's why I challenged her."
"It's as simple as that."
Ma Yingying's statement instantly caused a huge uproar.
Most fans couldn't believe what they were hearing and found it unbelievable.
Was this lady a bit too confident?
[What the hell? She said Lin Muci's popularity isn't as good as hers?]
[She said Xiao Ci's skills are poor, and that Xiao Ci has desecrated the name of an idol?]
[My blood pressure has shot up – seriously, she's too ridiculous!]
[Isn't she the one who became famous by leeching off Li Mike through their couple status? What representative works does Ma Yingying have? She can do a few cute dances, stream herself acting spoiled, and get male fans to send her gifts, and that represents Eastern idols?]
Lin Muci's fans had also swarmed the scene from overseas.
Our Xiao Ci is World-Class: [What is this crazy woman talking about...?]
[She was eliminated in the first round of the overseas talent show. Her dancing looked like a monkey fighting a dog, and her high notes cracked three times. Has she forgotten?]
I'm Competing with Qian He for Xiao Ci: [Please be polite upstairs. This is an overseas program; don't give them ammunition to say our fans are unreasonable. But seriously, it's so infuriating!]
[Is this woman an idiot?]
The fans were genuinely angered.
How could she just spout nonsense?
[Let's be patient; Xiao Ci will get justice for us!]
[Didn't Ma Yingying overestimate herself and want to challenge Xiao Ci? Let her! Let her!]
The fans' stance was clear.
If their idol was capable,
they, as fans, would patiently wait for Xiao Ci to prove her wrong.
The host from Fox on site also felt the growing tension in the room.
Fearing she couldn't control the situation, she immediately announced,
"In that case, we have also invited another popular idol, Lin Muci!"
"The very person Ma Yingying has challenged."
"Lin Muci, welcome."
Lin Muci gracefully walked onto the stage.
Ma Yingying's gaze fell on her with a hint of malice. Standing side by side, the disparity was undeniable.
In terms of physique and appearance, Ma Yingying was utterly outclassed.
Lin Muci wore a white dress, exuding an ethereal and incomparable beauty.
In contrast, Ma Yingying, with her heavy makeup and black attire, appeared like a mere clown.
As she stood up, the contrast became even more stark.
She had a large head and narrow shoulders, with short, thick legs.
The long shot was truly a painful sight.
The more superior Lin Muci was, the more ridiculous Ma Yingying looked.
The host then asked,
"Can we begin now?"
"Who will perform their stage first?"
Lin Muci looked at Ma Yingying and smiled.
Her dimpled smile melted the hearts of her fans.
"Since the challenge came from her, it's only right that she goes first, isn't it?"
Her smile was gentle and sweet.
"I am really looking forward to Senior Ma Yingying's performance. After all, Senior Ma Yingying debuted before us 'Era Girls,' so could you perhaps set an example for me?"
She was flattering the other performer.
Ma Yingying had actually wanted Lin Muci to perform first, but with Lin Muci's words, Ma Yingying could only let out a cold snort.
And chose to go on stage.
The system chuckled in her mind.
"Host, you were worried that after you performed, Ma Yingying would have no face to perform, weren't you? You're so clever!"
"She's probably going to face the most brutal contrast of her life."
"How could someone be so foolish as to challenge you, tsk tsk tsk."
Enjoying the show.
Watching the face-slapping.
Even the little system was at the forefront of this!
The fans also became excited.
Lin Muci Global Fan Support Association:
[Hahaha, I predicted it would be two legendary performances.]
[One with a divine level of difference, and one with a divine level of excellence.]
Ma Yingying's fans were still putting up a stubborn resistance.
Ma Yingying's Little Mike:
[Nonsense! Yingying trained as a trainee for many years, so she'll definitely perform well, otherwise, she wouldn't have challenged Lin Muci. She just wants to prove that she's the strongest female idol, the strongest idol!]
[You guys just debuted, so we're actually here to set the standard for you.]
Lin Muci's fans simply smiled and said nothing.
Who hadn't seen Ma Yingying perform?
There were countless "car crash" performances to be found with a quick search.
Just boast, blow smoke.
Why not brag to the heavens, to the point of shoulder-to-shoulder with the sun?
The hashtag #MaYingying!TerriblePerformance! was already poised, waiting for her to "shock the world"!