SCI MYSTERY (idol au)

Chapter 17: Variety Show Shenanigans

The air buzzed with excitement as Eclipse arrived at the set of Weekly Idol, one of the most renowned variety shows in the industry. The bright lights, the energetic atmosphere, and the gleaming smiles of the hosts set the stage for what was sure to be a memorable experience. After successfully completing their exams, the team was ready to dive into their idol lives, and this appearance felt like the perfect way to kick things off.

"Can you believe we're finally here?" Bai Chi exclaimed, his eyes wide as he took in the vibrant set decorated with colorful banners and playful props. "This is so cool!"

Zhao Hu nudged him with a grin. "You're like a kid in a candy store, Chi! Just don't let them catch you trying to snag all the plushies!"

Bai Chi blushed, slightly embarrassed at the mention of plushies, but he couldn't deny the particular plushie that had caught his eye earlier—a soft, fluffy bear with big, round eyes that seemed to sparkle in the lights. He kept his desire for it a secret, but a part of him secretly hoped he would get the chance to win it during the games.

As the hosts welcomed them with enthusiasm, the team gathered in a semi-circle, ready to show off their charm and talent. The first game was the Whisper Challenge, where team members had to convey phrases to one another while wearing noise-canceling headphones. The challenge promised plenty of laughter, and they were not disappointed.

"Alright, teams!" the host announced. "You'll have to convey the phrases without using any words!"

Bai Yutong, Zhan Zhao, and Zhao Zhen formed one team, while Bai Chi, Mahan, and Zhao Hu made up the other. As they donned their headphones, Bai Chi felt a surge of confidence. "We've got this!" he said, flashing a determined smile at his teammates.

The game kicked off, and the first phrase was whispered from the host to Bai Yutong, who had to relay it to Zhan Zhao. He leaned in close, trying to convey the phrase with exaggerated gestures, but the laughter of the other team members distracted him.

"What did you say?" Zhan Zhao asked, struggling to hear through the muffled sound of the headphones.

"I said... a cat wearing a hat!" Bai Yutong exclaimed, making wild gestures to emphasize his point.

Zhao Zhen shook his head, completely missing the intended message. "You mean a bat? Why would a bat wear a hat?" he asked, confusion written all over his face.

On the other side, Bai Chi and Mahan were trying to hold back their laughter as they watched the chaos unfold. "I think they're hopeless!" Bai Chi whispered, and Zhao Hu burst into laughter, making it hard for them to focus.

After a round of hilarious attempts and wrong guesses, Bai Chi, Mahan, and Zhao Hu emerged victorious, their giggles and camaraderie winning the day. "Yes! We did it!" Mahan cheered, high-fiving Bai Chi and Zhao Hu, who jumped around in celebration.

Meanwhile, Bai Yutong sulked playfully, crossing his arms dramatically. "I can't believe we lost to a bunch of amateurs!" he joked, shooting Zhan Zhao a teasing glance.