Brian Clark really likes this song, and was extremely happy to find out it was this song, because before he became stronger...

There are also very few lyrics for the male part in this song!

Chapter 10: How to Quickly Get Over a Breakup?

"The first episode of 'The Birth of the Group' is coming to an end, dear viewers, see you next time!"

After two and a half hours of recording, the first episode officially ended with the host's closing remarks.

The five celebrity mentors, accompanied by staff, quickly left the recording hall.

"Sigh, they left too quickly. I thought I could get a photo with them."

"Yeah, no matter the ranking, just being able to take a photo with my idol makes it worth it."

"As long as you stay on this stage, there will be more chances. Don't worry."

In the contestants' area, those eager to take photos with the mentors were left disappointed. Since no staff came to notify them, no one dared to leave their seats on their own.

Brian Clark was sitting in the fourth row, currently the area with the most contestants. Not too high, not too low—a passing grade.

The first row center spots were still occupied by two groups. The Sunshine Boys' position hadn't changed, and the newly promoted group was called "Mulan Brothers," a duo of two boys.

Liu Hao was one of the members. His partner's voice was androgynous and had a wide range. Their cooperation was eye-catching and received unanimous praise from the five mentors.

"Look here, everyone listen up!"

About five minutes later, a staff member came to the contestants' area to give instructions. "In a moment, go back to the lounge and collect your clothes according to your row number. Except for stage performances, you must wear the outfit provided by the show for now..."

The instructions went on for ten minutes.

Brian Clark summed up a few main points.

First, the show prepared uniforms based on a ranking system. Except for stage performances, you have to wear this outfit at all times.

Second, each rank enjoys different privileges. The top group lives in a two-bedroom apartment, while the sixth group sleeps in a big shared dormitory, with men and women separated. Only in the top group's apartment can men and women live together, but each must have their own room.

Even in the cafeteria, you have to line up according to your rank, supposedly to motivate contestants to work harder.

The living arrangements were acceptable, but lining up for meals by rank...

This, Brian Clark thought, was pretty dumb. If the show wanted drama, they might as well learn from the movie "The Platform" and have the lower ranks eat the leftovers of the higher ranks—that would be much more effective.

Third, except for the bathrooms, cameras are everywhere. Privacy is important. "The Birth of the Group" really emphasizes the word "birth"—the recording is very detailed and will be edited into the video.

Fourth, the show has special facilities like a gym, stadium, dance studio, piano room, vocal practice room, computer room, etc., for contestants to practice or relax.

...

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Backstage lounge.

"These clothes are so ugly, even worse than the third group's."

"This color makes me want to puke. Why didn't the show just add a green hat too?"

Amidst everyone's complaints, Brian Clark and Grace Carter received the exclusive green uniform for "Group Four." The clothes were bright green—truly ugly and eye-catching.

"Zhixing, it's my fault I didn't perform well."

Grace Carter's stage confidence was gone again. Hugging her clothes, her face was full of guilt.

Brian Clark looked at the self-blaming Grace Carter, patted her on the shoulder, and smiled to comfort her: "You did great, way beyond my expectations. Let's go tidy up the dorm first. If you need anything, call me. We'll have dinner together tonight."

"Okay."

Brian Clark watched her small steps as she left, recalling the sudden attribute boost before the performance. He pursed his lips, feeling a bit puzzled.

Why did I feel so "motivated"?

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On the other side.

Grace Carter, hugging her clothes, didn't go back to the dorm first. Instead, she asked a staff member and went to the computer room prepared by the show.

The computer room was nicely decorated, with the show's golden microphone logo graffiti on the walls. Walking in felt a bit like entering a KTV. There were about fifty computers, both laptops and desktops, and a large projector.

At this time, most contestants were in their dorms, so the computer room was empty.

Grace Carter glanced around the room, chose a desktop in the corner, sat down, and pressed the power button.

After the computer started, she moved the mouse and opened the browser. Not very skillfully, she tapped the keyboard with two fingers and typed a line in the search bar.

—How to quickly get over a breakup?

She clicked search, then opened Baidu Q&A. The best answer appeared at the top.

1. The best way to get over a breakup is to quickly start a new relationship.

Think about it: if your clothes are torn and you're sad, but your mom buys you a new outfit, will you still be sad?

Grace Carter looked at the screen, then at the clothes in her arms, and nodded.

"Yes."

If you break up and the guy you used to have a crush on suddenly confesses to you, would you be happy? The reason you're sad is because you don't have a better replacement.

A better replacement...

Grace Carter rested her chin in her hands, lost in thought. After a while, a faint dimple appeared on her oval face.

But soon, the dimple disappeared again.