The preparations for this important and extraordinary day, which Yibo would not have needed even great acting talents, lasted several days. First, a room had to be found where Yibo and Alessia could be brought together alone. When this room was finally found, it had to be prepared.

Cameras so small that they could hardly be seen and microphones that could not be seen at all were placed all over the room. And also a secret emergency switch that Yibo should press in case things got out of control and he needed help.

Next, Yibo had to be prepared. He was taught interrogation tactics and phrases to say to get Alessia to talk. Yibo found this completely unnecessary. Besides, it was too silly for him. After all, Alessia would notice immediately if Yibo suddenly behaved differently than usual, right? Nevertheless, he had to learn the sentences!

Furthermore, Yibo and Zhan still had to pretend that they were in a quarrel and had nothing to do with each other. Alessia should calmly believe that she has won Zhan over completely now and that Yibo is no longer a threat to her.

It should look like Yibo is about to fall deep and lose everything. That's why he had to intentionally lose the weekend competition in which Alessia and Zhan also participated. And although Alessia didn't win the first prize either, she was super happy. And that's only because Yibo ended up in last place after he supposedly sprained his ankle while dancing and couldn't continue.

The alleged injury had also been a part of the plan. A very important part, in fact! It had been Zhan's idea. He had suggested, "Why don't we do it where it all started?" Since it had actually started with Zhan, Yibo didn't know what Zhan wanted at first. But then Zhan explained, "She did threaten to take everything away from you in the hospital room. What if we make sure that the two of you meet again in the hospital room?"

Now Yibo also understood and immediately agreed. The agents then prepared the hospital room. Yibo just had to continue pretending that his ankle was injured until then.

After exactly five days since they made the plan in the secret base, the time had finally come. Yibo would have his greatest performance and everything now depended on him. Would he make it? Would Yibo be able to win against Alessia and thus ensure that Zhan could finally fulfill his mission? Or would something unexpected happen and everything go wrong?

In the morning after breakfast, Yibo went to the training center. He sat down in the large training room with the other students and watched the dance coach present a new dance that the students must learn. Of course, the trainer was also in on everything and had his own part to play in making the plan work.

One student after another had to stand up and show how much of the new dance he or she had memorized. Youn and Alessia were way ahead of the others when it was Yibo's turn. "But coach, I can't dance. My ankle..." Yibo began his show.

"Don't be like that Yibo. You can at least try. The steps aren't that hard, are they?" The trainer replied harshly. Alessia giggled softly and couldn't stop grinning. It was the first time that Yibo was scolded so harshly by the trainer. It was clear that she liked it.

"Coach. I don't think this is a good idea. The doctor said I shouldn't put any weight on my foot."

"Then what are you doing here? Either you train and join in, or you have to leave!" Shouted the trainer. He sounded so convincing, then Yibo wondered if this was really still an act.

"Alright I'll give it a try." Said Yibo, sounding resigned. He stood up, limped to the center of the training room, did a few dance steps, and at one turn, pretended to misstep. He cried out and dropped to the floor. He held his ankle with his face twisted in pain.

His coach, suddenly pale, asked him as quietly as he could, "Are you all right?" Yibo nodded and winked at him. The trainer looked at him with relief and said, "Okay, I see it's really not working. Let someone take you to the infirmary."

Youn jumped up, "I can do that sir."

"No, not you Seungyoun. I need you here. I need you to assist me today. Mhhh, Alessia? Please escort Yibo to the infirmary and wait there until the nurse gets there." 

"Yes sir." She said, standing up and waiting impatiently until Yibo was also on his feet again and slowly followed her with a limp. As soon as they were out of earshot of the others, she grumbled. "Oh great. You're making me miss practice. How can you be so clumsy?"

"I didn't mean to!" Yibo replied. He didn't even have to act out his annoyance with her.

"Come on now. Don't go so slow. It's cold and I don't feel like freezing to death because of you."

"It's not that cold."

"Jeez, and now I get to waste my time with you too, waiting for the nurse. I could you..."

"You could what?"

"Forget it idiot and come on already."

"I'm not an idiot you bitch!"

"Shut up and come on!" Screamed Alessia. Yibo grinned secretly, pleased because she already seemed to have little control over herself.

When they reached the infirmary, after Yibo had taken extra time, he immediately went to the prepared hospital room and sat down on a chair with the emergency switch on the bottom from the seat. Alessia sat down on the nurse's chair and leafed through a medical file that was still on the table. "This is confidential data and you shouldn't read it." Said Yibo.

"What do you want from me anyway? It's not my fault that the medical file is lying here so open. I didn't leave it here, after all."

"But just because it's there doesn't mean you can read it."

"Oh, just shut up. I can't stand your voice."

"What did I ever do to you to make you so bitchy to me?"

"What did you do to me? You know yourself!"

"No, I don't."

"Then think hard."

"I have. I still don't know."

"Tell me Yibo, did you really think that someone like you would have a chance with Zhan?"

"Excuse me?"

"I'll explain. Zhan was never interested in you. He only wanted to be polite to you because you were nice to his stupid brother and are friends with him. Otherwise, Zhan would never have paid any attention to you. He also thinks you're an idiot and that you don't belong here."

"He said that?"

"He didn't have to say that. I know he thinks that way."

"How do you know?"

"Because everyone thinks that way."

"You mean because you think that way!"

"No, everyone thinks that way."

"Then it's strange that no one else but you is so mean to me."

"They're just not brave enough to tell you what they really think of you."

"I don't believe a word you say. I know you're a liar and a phony snake. You're trying to talk me into something to make me feel bad."

"Oh, are you feeling well? Zhan doesn't talk to you anymore. Your friends have turned their backs on you. You lost the competition because you got hurt. And you're not number one with the coaches and teachers anymore either. It looks more like you're in free fall to me. And so far down that you'll never make it back up."

"You seem pretty sure about that."

"Sure."

"I have to disappoint you, though. I've always managed to get back up when I've had a bad period."

"You won't make it this time, though."

"Why? Just because you say so?"

"Because I know it."

"Oh, and how would you know? Can you see into the future, maybe?"

"Sort of."

"Sure."

"You know Yibo, you've been getting on my nerves for over a year now. And I've often wished you'd just disappear."

"Well, I'm not doing you that favor. I'm staying right where I am. And I swear to you, I'm going to be number one again."

"You? No, I'm going to be number one in everything!"

"You can forget it. As long as I'm here, you won't make it."

"Then you'll just have to disappear."

"But I won't. And certainly not willingly."

"Who said willingly?"

"Well, you won't get rid of me any other way Alessia Milan!"

"That remains to be seen."

"What do you mean?"

"I know ways and means to make you disappear."

"You know that magic doesn't really exist, right? And you can't dream me away either."

"Yeah haha, very funny. But you know, you underestimate me and my power."

"Your power? So you really think you have magic powers?"

"I'm not talking about such a power you idiot!"

"Then what are you talking about?"

"You have no idea who I am, do you?"

"How would I know that? I don't care about you."

"I'm Alessia Milan. My father is the boss of a big mafia."

"Yeah right, keep dreaming. Mafia hahaha, who's going to believe you?"

"You'll have to believe it. Just you wait, soon enough you'll meet them."

"Why should I?"

"Because I want you to."

"I see, and what are they going to do to me then?"

"Well, they'll probably sell you to someone who needs a few more toy boys."

"Toy boys?"

"Yes. With your looks, I'm sure there'll be plenty on offer for you. And since you like guys, I'm sure you won't have a problem with getting fucked in the ass every day."

"You are totally sick in the head."

"I'm not. I'm just telling you what you're in for."

"You have..."

"You know Yibo, you and your friends, you're going to be leaving the country very soon and you're going to be in a very special market for sale. There, people are sold as sex slaves and toys. Some also as drug mules. No matter for what, they always have a need."

"Ah yes. And that's what your mafia does or what?"

"Yes. They sell people, guns, drugs, cars. Anything your heart desires. Or a guy's dick. And I'll make sure you end up with a guy who is extremely brutal and will torture you every day. Until he gets tired of playing with you and sells you as a sex slave."

"I've heard a lot of crap. But this is by far the biggest crap ever."

"You don't have to believe me. But who do you think rigged the votes?"

"You!"

"That's right. Me. With the help of the hackers working for my dad."

"And why are you telling me this? Aren't you afraid I'll tell anyone?"

"Tell anyone you want. You just won't have anyone believe you."

"And if I tell Zhan?"

"He won't believe you at all."

"I think he'll believe me."

"Not a chance. He only listens to me now. Do you think I've been idle this one year?"

"What do you mean by that now?"

"Granted, he's been very hesitant and that was until recently. But since your fight, he's only focused on me. It took time to convince him that it would be better not to trust anyone here and not to make friends. But it paid off and now he only listens to me. I'm the only one he talks to and trusts."

"So you've isolated him from everyone else. Okay. But it doesn't work with his brother."

"It already has. The two of them only fight when they see each other now, don't they?"

"But that doesn't mean they hate each other."

"But it does mean he doesn't trust his brother anymore."

"And what if you still can't get anywhere with Zhan?"

"Then he'll be sold just like you. I'll just look for a new toy."

"I guess that won't happen." Yibo turned toward the door, smiling. Zhan and his uncle were there, along with two other agents. They had finally heard enough and gathered enough evidence.

And while the two agents handcuffed Alessia, Zhan took his Yibo in his arms, kissed him and said, "I'm proud of you baby. That was great." Alessia stared at the two in horror. She cursed and kicked. But all of this was of no use. She was taken away anyway and later questioned further for hours until she finally spilled everything that had to do with her family.

The very next day, Interpol officers, agents, and police officers were out all over the world arresting everyone who belonged to the Milan Mafia. Yibo really did it and nothing went wrong. But what will happen to him and Zhan now?