6kv Chapter 211 Show time!
Chapter 211 Show time!
Richard was a little stunned by this sudden wave of enthusiasm, and quickly raised his hands to press them down.
"Who told you we were choosing maids?"
The girls' shouts stopped abruptly, and they stood there, stunned, staring blankly at Richard.
Not choosing maids?
Liruo's arm froze in mid-air, her excitement vanishing instantly, replaced by utter bewilderment.
Seeing their bewildered expressions, Richard cleared his throat and said loudly:
"This isn't a selection for maids; Chiffon Castle is preparing to form a singing and dancing girl group. Anyone interested?"
The air in the hall seemed to freeze instantly. The thirty-odd girls looked at each other, completely at a loss.
Singing and dancing as a profession?
Isn't that the kind of work that bards do to entertain people in taverns, or dancers who show their faces during festivals?
The lord summoned them here just to do this? This is completely different from what they expected!
What they longed for was to be like Lina and Susan, wearing exquisite and beautiful maid dresses and having unlimited iridium crops to eat every day.
To serve the lord in the solemn manor, pouring wine and water, or cleaning and sweeping, serving him undisturbed.
Especially yesterday, many people witnessed the lord carrying Miss Betty as they flew back to the lord's manor in the sky. Their intimacy was something they could only dream of.
But this singing and dancing girl group sounds like a certain profession, where is the dignity of a lord's maid?
Having finally risen from serf to free citizen and been given a new lease on life, who would willingly do this?
The girls' expressions were quite varied; their previous enthusiasm had completely faded, replaced by bewilderment, confusion, and barely concealed disappointment.
Carl's niece, Ella, mustered her courage, stepped forward, and asked with a frown:
"My lord, what exactly is this girl group you're talking about? Do you mean we have to perform in taverns or inns?"
If that's the case, she definitely wouldn't want to. As a citizen of Chiffon, she could buy Silver Star crops, and over time she could step into the extraordinary realm, leading to a wonderful life.
Even if you don't win the lord's favor, you can still meet a decent man, which is much better than going to brothels to flirt!
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Richard immediately saw through their concerns. Indeed, being a dancer in the Huanxing Continent was a rather awkward profession.
Low-level dancers are not much different from others; they usually stay in taverns and inns, making a living by flaunting their looks.
Even the most meticulously trained dance troupes in grand theaters, seemingly glamorous and respectable, sometimes have to be fed milk before they can go home when invited to perform at banquets by nobles.
If you dare to refuse, you can forget about establishing yourself in this industry. Over time, people develop a deep-seated prejudice against this industry.
To persuade them, you must first completely dispel these concerns.
Richard chuckled softly, his tone gentle yet firm.
"As I said, this is a special post exclusive to Chiffon Castle, and you will naturally be protected by the laws of the territory. Even other nobles cannot force you to do things you don't want to do."
He paused for a moment, then offered his most practical incentive: "Besides that, joining the girl group means you can receive ten kilograms of Venus Egg Milk for free every month. How about it?"
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Ten kilograms of Venus Egg Milk!
And the lord himself vouched for him!
Upon hearing this, the girls' tense nerves visibly relaxed; some remained silent, while others whispered amongst themselves.
Although most of the hesitation had dissipated, some people were still undecided, after all, this was something new and unprecedented.
Once you choose this path, your life will head in an unknown direction, and no one dares to gamble on it lightly.
Ella bit her lip, took a deep breath, bowed deeply to Richard, and looked troubled.
"My lord, thank you for your kindness, but I feel more at ease working in the Craftsmen's Department. I'm truly sorry."
Richard looked at the girl with her head bowed and nodded gently.
"It's alright. To thank you for coming to participate in the selection today, please pick up two bottles of Golden Star Blueberry Wine from the housekeeper before you leave. Consider it a small token of my appreciation."
He doesn't like forcing a girl's will, and besides, the Chiffon Girls' Club doesn't need that many people. Since she wants to withdraw from the competition, he'll send her some gifts to express his gratitude.
Ella's eyes suddenly lit up, but a mix of emotions welled up inside her.
They hurriedly left the hall, as if afraid they would regret it the next moment.
With her taking the lead, the other girls from ordinary families followed suit, bowing apologetically as they took their leave, cherishing their current peace and stability even more.
As Li Ruoer watched their departing figures, she felt a sense of relief. With fewer people around, her chances would be greater.
But a significant question still lingered in her mind. She timidly took a step forward and asked softly:
"Sir, none of us can sing or dance. Why don't you just hire more professional dancers from other territories?"
"Sir, none of us can sing or dance. Why don't you just hire more professional dancers from other territories?"
Having risen from serf to free woman, Lillor has an almost blind trust and worship for her lord.
But she also knew her own limitations. Singing and dancing were skills that required expertise, and she really didn't have much confidence in them. She was afraid that she would mess things up and let down the lord's trust.
Richard laughed heartily upon hearing this and gently tapped the table.
"It's okay if you don't know how. I can use magic to imprint all the dance techniques and musical tips into your minds, and you'll learn them in no time."
"Furthermore, this girl group will be named after Chiffon, representing the face of our territory. Naturally, it should be composed of girls I trust. How could outsiders be qualified?"
The Heavenly Diva is alright; only her Requiem can damage undead monsters.
Enchantresses are not suitable; they possess extremely subtle lethality. Girls who have grown up alongside Chiffon Clan are definitely more reliable.
On the Legion's side, Karl selected four female militia members who showed strong interest, and they have all been promoted and officially incorporated into the Chiffon Legion.
Now, forming a dedicated girl group can not only support Qifeng's entertainment industry, but also cultivate a group of hidden forces, killing two birds with one stone.
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Only the people I trust...?
Damn!
The lord's words were as sweet as honey, melting the hearts of all the girls; he was simply gorgeous!
Lillor, in particular, was so excited she almost cried. To be called "a person of trust" by the lord was more honorable than any reward!
She was about to agree when Richard clapped his hands first and called out towards the second-floor stairwell, "Come down."
Upon hearing the order, two graceful figures descended from the second floor.
They were all wearing leather miniskirts with tiny, shimmering sequins. Although the outfits were somewhat revealing, they were both youthful and beautiful, as well as cool and fashionable.
The girls in the hall, who usually wore coarse linen clothes, had never seen such beautiful attire before, and were all stunned.
"Let me demonstrate for you." Richard leaned back in his chair, snapping his fingers with a relaxed and carefree expression.
"Yes, ma'am."
Betty suddenly stuck her tongue out at Liruoer playfully, seemingly unconcerned that the lord would punish her for it.
Seeing her confident and radiant demeanor, so pampered by the lord, Linor was filled with envy.
The next second, a pale green magical halo surrounded Betty, and grand classical music echoed through the hall!
Without any musical accompaniment, yet possessing a soul-stirring power, Betty opened her mouth, and a soaring soprano voice suddenly rang out.
At the same time, Xueyue began to dance gracefully and elegantly, performing a noble court dance.
The girls were shocked!
This was completely different from what they imagined—the kitsch song and dance in the tavern. This was art belonging to the upper class!
Just as they were immersed in the awe of classical song and dance, the background music suddenly changed, becoming cheerful and lively.
Betty's singing voice became light and bright, and Richard suddenly stood up and gestured to Xueyue in an inviting manner.
Xueyue smiled and placed her hand in Richard's palm. The two of them, keeping time with the music, began to dance a perfectly synchronized ballroom dance.
After the dance ended, the music changed again, transforming into a fast-paced rhythm that no one had ever heard before!
Xueyue released Richard's hand, walked to the center of the hall, and seemed to be infused with a new soul. She began to dance to that extremely catchy rhythm.
Her long, slender legs drew alluring lines beneath her short skirt, her smile was bright and confident, and she was like a burning flame, radiating a scorching light.
The rhythm of youth, as tangible as reality, relentlessly assaults the hearts of all girls!
This confident dance, standing in the spotlight, is the Chiffon Girl Group that the lord has been talking about...?
No longer trapped in tedious labor, she can wear beautiful dresses, sing melodious songs, dance gracefully, be valued by the lord, and be envied by everyone.
This kind of life...
That looks amazing!
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