Oops! I Became a Fan of My Rival Idol! - Chapter 47

The group got dressed and ready to head out.

 

Although the afternoon sun wasn’t too intense, it was still enough to make people restless and irritable—especially for these girls bundled up in layers. Sweat was already trickling down their faces the moment they stepped out of the dorm.

 

Shu Bailian held a small fan, blowing it expressionlessly at herself. “I feel like I’m about to melt.”

 

“Melt?” Xia Niao’s eyes lit up. “Let’s go get ice cream!”

 

This girl only had food on her mind—she hadn’t processed a single other word.

 

Qiao Huihui grabbed the overly excited Xia Niao, stopping her from running off to buy ice cream. “The most important thing right now is finishing our task. We can worry about the rest later.”

 

Xia Niao immediately deflated. “Fine.”

 

If they were already this hot, it was even worse for Le Xingshan, who was wearing a heavy mascot costume. Sweat had soaked her hair, but thankfully, she had anticipated this and went out bare-faced.

 

Qiao Huihui helped carry the bear head, looking at her sister with concern.

 

“The fans are too cruel, giving us a task like this.”

 

Le Xingshan gave her a reassuring smile. “It’s fine. It’s just this once.”

 

As they spoke, the group reached a taxi and climbed inside.

 

The car was air-conditioned, instantly dispelling the stifling heat, and the girls couldn’t help but relax in relief.

 

After telling the driver their destination, they all pulled out their phones.

 

Well, with such a long ride ahead, small talk could only go so far—scrolling through their phones was the best way to ease the awkwardness.

 

Qiao Huihui secretly sent a WeChat message to Shen Nanqing.

 

Huihui: Teacher Shen, have you arrived on set yet?
Huihui: Are you filming right now?

 

After waiting two minutes with no reply, Qiao Huihui puffed her cheeks, guessing that Shen Nanqing must be in the middle of filming and didn’t have her phone on her.

 

Just as she was about to exit the chat, a message suddenly popped up.

 

Teacher Shen: Not filming. I just went to the restroom.

 

Qiao Huihui’s earlier disappointment vanished in an instant, and her spirits lifted.

 

She sent a cute cat sticker first, and after a brief pause, the other person replied with a hamster sticker.

 

Huihui: Your cutie has suddenly appeared.jpg
Shen Nanqing: Rubbing your little head.jpg

 

Qiao Huihui happily saved the sticker and then continued the conversation.

 

Huihui: What kind of drama are you filming?
Teacher Shen: A period drama.
Huihui: That’s amazing! What role are you playing?
Teacher Shen: A maid with limited screen time. She dies in the end, taking a sword for her mistress.

 

A maid?

 

Qiao Huihui bit her lip, feeling like the role wasn’t great.

 

But given the tight seven-day schedule, maybe the director had recognized Shen Nanqing’s acting skills but couldn’t offer a bigger role due to time constraints.

 

After rationalizing it in her head, she resumed her role as a dutiful little Rainbow Fart Expert: That’s such a noble character! The audience is definitely going to be moved!

 

Teacher Shen: Mhm.

 

Shen Nanqing leaned against the wall, staring at her phone screen with an unreadable expression.

 

She had lied.

 

The role was indeed a maid—but not a good one. It was a selfish, malicious, and foolish character who betrayed her mistress to conspire with others, only to be stabbed to death by the male lead in the end.

 

She was a complete villain, the kind that even the most famous actress would only earn the audience’s scorn for playing.

 

And that was exactly Yu Yao’s goal. This time, she was playing a gentle and kind-hearted female lead, which would perfectly highlight just how despicable the maid played by Shen Nanqing was.

 

“Hey, you there! We’re starting!”

 

A crew member shouted over before glancing dismissively and walking away.

 

An insignificant supporting role like hers wasn’t even worth remembering the name of.

 

Shen Nanqing lowered her gaze and typed out a message on her phone, then gently rubbed the screen.

 

Teacher Shen: I’m going to film now.

 

Huihui: Got it! You got this!

 

Qiao Huihui had just arrived at her destination as well. She tucked her phone away and got out of the car with her friends.

 

A wave of heat instantly washed over them, making them hesitate.

 

Xia Niao: “Why does it feel even hotter than before?”

 

Shu Bailian clutched her face in despair. “My makeup is about to melt…”

 

Having just enjoyed the cool breeze of air conditioning, the sudden plunge into this scorching world was unbearable. The group jogged forward and finally reached a large, air-conditioned supermarket.

 

The supermarket was bustling with people, including some handing out flyers in mascot costumes. Xia Niao pointed and said, “Xing Shan, you could totally blend in with them!”

 

Qiao Huihui plopped a bear headpiece onto Le Xingshan’s head and cheered her on. “Go for it, sis! You got this!”

 

Le Xingshan’s muffled laughter came from inside the costume.

 

She took a few steps forward, seamlessly blending into the crowd.

 

Jian Luobai turned on her phone camera and quietly followed behind to film.

 

They couldn’t all trail after her in a big group, so they scattered around. Aside from Jian Luobai, who needed to stay close to film, the other girls lingered at a distance, pretending to be regular shoppers.

 

The “prank on strangers” task was loosely defined. Since Le Xingshan was an idol, she couldn’t go too far—otherwise, she’d face backlash online.

 

They had already discussed it beforehand: Le Xingshan would ask strangers for a hug. If someone agreed, she’d surprise them by lifting them in a princess carry, then take off the headpiece to apologize when they got startled.

 

Their main targets were girls, of course. Though Le Xingshan worked out regularly, she could only lift someone around 50 kg—anything heavier was out of the question.

 

Jian Luobai started the livestream, and viewers gradually trickled in.

 

The camera captured the adorable bear mascot as Le Xingshan clumsily moved through the crowd, scouting for a target.

 

Meanwhile, Qiao Huihui and the others peeked over excitedly, hearts racing.

 

Heard sis is doing a challenge—rushing over to watch!

 

Where is she? There are so many mascots here, which one is her?

 

Definitely the cutest one!

 

Who’s the cameraperson? Another contestant from “Shine”?

 

Seeing the question in the comments, Jian Luobai whispered, “The brown bear about twenty meters ahead is Le Xingshan.”

 

Ah! Bear sis! The way she wobbles when she walks is so cute!

 

Wait, that voice… is that Jian Luobai?

 

??? Isn’t that the mall near my place?

 

Upstairs, hurry over! You might get to see her up close.

 

Seriously, I’m going! Just doing my makeup, be right out!

 

Why bother with makeup upstairs? I’ve already recognized this place and am calling a taxi.

 

No way, I can’t meet my idol looking barefaced!

 

Jian Luobai was momentarily stunned by the barrage of comments—she hadn’t expected people to figure out their location so quickly.

 

She wanted to remind Le Xingshan to hurry up and finish the task so they could leave, but when she looked over, the other girl was already in action.

 

The adorable giant bear wobbled cutely toward a slender young woman, tilting its head and reaching out for a hug. The girl was clearly charmed, giggling as she threw herself into the bear’s embrace.

 

Unexpectedly, the bear suddenly shed its earlier clumsiness, swiftly bending down to scoop her up in a princess carry. The girl let out a startled yelp.

 

After holding her for just three seconds, Le Xingshan quickly set her down.

 

She pulled off the bear head, revealing a bright smile. “You’re so pretty, miss! Sorry about that just now.”

 

The girl had been ready to get angry, but instead of the creep she’d expected under the costume, she found an incredibly beautiful young woman. Her irritation melted away instantly. “Phew, you really scared me!”

 

“My bad~”

 

“No worries.” The girl waved it off and turned to leave.

 

But then, from somewhere in the crowd, a shrill voice suddenly shouted: “LE XING SHAN!!!”

 

The pretty girl in the bear costume visibly flinched before bolting in a panic.

 

The girl frowned. “What a weirdo.”

 

The previously calm mall suddenly erupted into chaos as a group of people rushed in, clearly chasing something—or someone—drawing bewildered looks from passersby.

 

That scream had been loud enough for everyone to hear, not just Le Xingshan.

 

Jian Luobai’s hand trembled as she quickly addressed the camera. “Thank you, everyone! That’s all for today’s stream—Le Xingshan’s mission is complete!”

 

She immediately shut off her phone and fled in the same direction as Le Xingshan.

 

Qiao Huihui’s eyes widened in alarm. Watching her two friends scramble away, she hurriedly pretended to be just another shopper, intently examining a rack of clothes.

 

She was really selling the act.

 

But fate had other plans. A girl passing by tapped her shoulder and asked, “Excuse me, did you see someone in a bear costume run by?”

 

Qiao Huihui hesitated for a second before pointing in the opposite direction. “I think they went that way.”

 

The girl’s eyes lit up. “Thanks!” she called, already sprinting off.

 

Only when the footsteps faded did Qiao Huihui finally exhale in relief, slowly turning back around.

 

Please let her get away safely, she silently prayed.

 

Then, a hand clapped her shoulder again—and the same voice piped up: “Hey, just one more question—wait. QIAO HUIHUI?!”

 

Oh no, I’ve been spotted!

 

Her heart clenched as she spun on her heel and bolted.

 

The girl behind her instantly rallied the troops. “GUYS, I FOUND QIAO HUIHUI!”

 

“Huihui?! Where?!”

 

“OMG, my baby girl is here too?!”

 

“AAAAH WHERE’S MY GIRL LET ME SEE HER!”

 

The chasing crowd split off into another wave, scanning the area frantically.

 

The girl who’d recognized her shrieked, “THERE—the one in the black cap, black wig, and khaki overalls!!!”

 

Hearing the voices, Qiao Huihui immediately picked up her pace. She could already hear the footsteps closing in behind her—it seemed the fans had spotted her.

 

She deeply regretted her decision to join in on the excitement in the first place.

 

“Huihui, over here!” Xia Niao suddenly appeared in the hallway ahead, waving frantically to catch Qiao Huihui’s attention as she ran.

 

At the sight of Xia Niao, Qiao Huihui’s mind went blank with a buzzing sound.

 

Sure enough, excited shrieks erupted from behind her: “We found another one! Xia Niao’s up ahead too!”

 

Watching Xia Niao’s expression shift from excitement to horror before she turned and bolted, Qiao Huihui felt an overwhelming surge of affection.

 

It wasn’t that the kid had a self-destructive streak—she was just too naive.

 

Just as Qiao Huihui was mentally praising Shu Bailian for being the stealthiest among them, an excited voice shouted from another direction: “Shu Bailian? I think that’s Shu Bailian!”

 

Qiao Huihui: “…”

 

Well, their entire squad had been wiped out.