《The National Sweetheart Livestreamer Is A Pro!》 Chapter 1 - Cant help it, hes part of the scene after all

Chapter 1: Cant help it, hes part of the scene after all

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Midsummer, the asphalt roads were steaming hot, and scorching temperatures were almost climbing into each household through chinks in the windows. Yet, in the corner room on the second floor of the little townhouse, the floor-to-ceiling windows were shieldedpletely by thick curtains. The air-conditioner indoors was set at 24C, making the messy-headed Ji Zhiyao sitting before theputer desk oblivious to the terrible conditions outside. He was drowsy and struggling to hit the key to turn on theputer. Thereafter, he casually pushed his hair back and opened the mini-refrigerator beneath the desk, grabbed a can of Coke, and gulped it down. Throwing away the can, he seemed slightly more awake and walked to the bathroom to wash up. About ten minutester, an innocent youth reappeared. Ji Zhiyao ably opened a streaming software on his desktop, and in the few seconds of waiting to log on, he gently grabbed his hair again while posting a new status on his Weibo. IndefiniteFutureV 1 : live streaming for two hours. Probably due to the fact that there had been no earlier reminders, there were not many people online in the streaming room. Only about a thousand people were there. Ji Zhiyao put on his ear-mic, made a tsk sound, and mocked. Such bleak poprity. Just as he finished speaking, the streaming room named IndefiniteNoHomo 2 began to fill withments. [What am I seeing? Shouldnt my MelonRind 3 be lying on his bed having wet dreams?] [Red rain is falling from the sky, even Brother NoHomo has begun going early to bed and early to rise.] [A has-been broadcaster who doesnt even go on livestream for three consecutive days, shouldnt being described as bleak be normal?] ... Watching the number of people entering the stream room escting rapidly, Ji Zhiyao smiled a little while pursing his lips, revealing a small half of pointed little canine teeth. Dark pupils beneath the single eyelids narrowed like a cat waiting to be stroked. The reason for waking up early is because life is not easy. I somehow have to earn some school fees and all. He smiled at the camera, and as if it came with a soft light diffusion filter, evoked many calls of approval from more than half of his female fans in the streaming room, excitedly sending in diamonds and flowers 4 [I will be responsible for your smile!] [I want to have your children!!!] [How gay...] [Let me be responsible for the contentment of your lower body! 5 ] Ji Zhiyao read thements, narrowed his eyes, and spoke slowly. Although I use quite a lot of obscenities while gaming and the development of my body has been rather mature, I am still a child who has just graduated from middle school. [Alright, alright, we will be gentler. LOL] [Even if little MelonRind is a child, you would also be a king amongst children capable of causing chaos alone!!] [Using dirty tricks again? Is it not okay to simply peacefully be a gaming broadcaster?] The number of people in the streaming room had already exceeded six thousand, almost breaking the huge seven thousand mark. He stopped readingments, minimized the window of the livestream room, and went straight to click on the Heroes interface on the desktop. Im gonna stop talking. Its gaming time. In next to no time, numbers in the room started to surge rapidly once more. If it was not for an olderdy who had continuously sent him ten yachts once when he was gaming, he would not use such a gay username to go around everywhere. Cant help it, hes part of the scene after all. Ji Zhiyao knocked on the surface of the table with his index finger, and in the interval of waiting to be assigned opponents, he got up and grabbed a bottle of water from the mini refrigerator. As his lifted his head to drink, dark pupils beneath his thinshes casually swept across the screen that was now loading a match, and he promptly spit out the mouthful of water. Opponent, Mix.Fi??? How is it that a leisure game in the morning led to meeting the publicly known local top ADC 6 in Heroes, Fi-god? Ji Zhiyao licked his lips. Excitement could be seen in his eyes. Chapter 2 - Mix.Fi!!

Chapter 2: Mix.Fi!!

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Just how skillful was Fi-god? Lets not talk about others. Solely judging by his performance in Heroes, he had an achievement of a marksman 1 with an uracy as high as 98% and a win rate of 70%, living up to his title of the local top ADC. Before Ji Zhiyao got to know Heroes and became a gaming broadcaster, Fi-god was already dominating the battleground, and he was known as an existence resembling that of a historical legend. Now that the pro was right before him, it was impossible to deny that his hands were not itching. Other than Ji Zhiyao, the ten thousand viewers currently in the streaming room were equally shocked. [??? Am I suffering from intermittent blindness from not being properly awake?] [What, Fi-god? Fi-god! Im going to put up many posts on Weibo to get all the onlookers toe watch the show!] [I rubbed till my eyes were red, but the ID of the opponent teams ADC still hasnt changed! This is basically the historical legend himself...] [What kind of luck does MelonRind have...] Ji Zhiyao happened to glimpse at the crowdedments section, and as he read thest one, he could not help but snort lightly. Probably the kind of luck where you can strike around 5 million yuan from randomly buying a lottery ticket. Anyway, you dont have it, so dont be too envious. There were always some people who called themselves his diehard fans, spamming the name of a certain ADC in thements section of his Weibo, and he had been unhappy for a long time. He took advantage of the fact that he was a jungler 2 who did not have the know-how of an ADC. A 3v3 match was about to begin. Ji Zhiyao looked at the line-up of his team: a mage, a tank, and himself, an assassin jungler. Then, looking at the opponents team consisting of two mages and an ADC, he felt that they were too full of themselves. Hence, he typed in the open chat: [HasMelonRindBeenGayToday: Fi-god look at me, what are you afraid of?] He had meant to tease him a little but did not expect that the ADC, who was known to be aloof, whether he had taken the wrong medicine or was in so good a mood, replied. [Mix.Fi: ?] Even though it was only a question mark, it was way betterpared to when Fi-god had never replied to anyone in a game. Ji Zhiyao was slightly overwhelmed by this honor, and it was directly expressed in the open chat. He was so proud. [HasMelonRindBeenGayToday: Young one, let me change your perception towards gaming!] His other two teammates were speechless: [...] The other two opponents were also speechless: [...] More than ten thousand viewers in the streaming room were speechless as well: [...] There was no need for any reminders. Ji Zhiyao also felt that what he just said was a little inappropriate. Just as he was about to exin after unwittingly exposing his cockiness, he realized that another message had popped up in the open chat that had suddenly quieted down. [Mix.Fi: Do you have eighth-grade syndrome 3 ... What is there to exin now. Frontal gank. He was not afraid at all. Ji Zhiyaos fingers were flying across the keyboard, and on the screen, the assassin in white drew out strokes of silver light. With his hand-eye coordination, he kept an eye on the map in the upper right corner to take note of the enemies movements while jungling. He first went for the right jungle camps and then cleared the left jungle with only one creep left. Ji Zhiyao suddenly hid in the bushes and moved to ransack the opponents jungle. For a gank with Fi-god, he even used dirty tricks. Just as Ji Zhiyao hid near the opponents red buff 4 , the marksman bearing Almighty Fis username arrived, bringing a set of attacks that fluently fell on the red buff. At that moment, the assassin in white carrying two des glided out. A direct stun. Ji Zhiyaos lips were pursed tightly, his nimble fingers working on the keyboard, and a streak of brutality shed across his eyes. The time was now. Half the amount of time of the stun had just past. Technically, Fi-gods skills should not be back to normal yet. Ji Zhiyao looked at the stilled marksman, somehow feeling that something was not right and moved his assassin back. Then, Fi-god moved. Chapter 3 - Just that the brain cannot really function well

Chapter 3: Just that the brain cannot really function well

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Holy shit! Ji Zhiyaopletely forgot that he was still live-streaming and let out a mouthful of profanity. The assassin in white continued to retreat while avoiding the marksmans auto attacks and stuns. When he moved back a certain distance, the assassin had then arrived in his teams jungle. Ji Zhiyaos finger paused, and he stopped retreating. Instead, he bided his time and threw out a triple-y attack. The marksmans form waspletely stunned. Ji Zhiyao was overjoyed and instantly used his ultimate ability, striking on the marksman in gold. After a wholebination of attacks, the marksman was left with little health. Ji Zhiyao hit the keyboard with all his might. Auto-attack! Then, he opened his eyes and looked. Fi-god was actually still alive? And still left with half of his health! Ji Zhiyao grunted in annoyance. When did this person use his reviving equipment? That was some really fast hand-speed. At this point, the assassin in white was too left with half of his health, and all his skills were under cooldown 1 . Ji Zhiyao had no choice but to quickly retreat, heading towards his teams turret. Yet, he could not make it in time. Fi-god threw out a ranged attack with stun at him. The assassin in white was totally paralyzed and could only bear the attacks. And he was battered to death. Ji Zhiyaos facial expression was as though he had nothing to live for anymore. His heart was tired. Thements in the streaming room all turned to this manner. [6666666 2 Thats my MelonRinds hand-speed from 18 years of being single!] [Really, dying without any regrets!] [HAHAHAHA, thats what you get for provoking him. This is an honor bestowed upon you by Fi-god. You did not die a wrongful death!] [NoHomos judgment is really strongI didnt even process any of the dirty tricks he yed till the stun and retreat. Ive juste back to my senses!] [Giving my MelonRind a hug with a pained heart.] [MelonRind, dont cry. Stand up and fight!] Ji Zhiyao stared at the respawn time 3 and wished he could stab a hole in it. Barely making it through thest five seconds, the assassin in white was respawned. Now, a new wave of creeps was out. Ji Zhiyao did not dare to wonder, hiding in the jungle and wretchedly leveling up, nning his revenge. After he had cleared the creeps, he flew to the bottomne 4 to clear the minions 5 . After earning all the gold from the minions, he looked up with his dark pupils. Ji Zhiyao nced at the map and realized that the awe-inspiring marksman seemed to be rooted to the midne, not moving at all. Did he disconnect? He attacked the turret twice, could not keep it in, and went on to the open chat. [HasMelonRindBeenGayToday: Is Fi-godgging?] A few seconds passed. [Mix.Fi: Opening the yogurt cover.] ... Was this person having breakfast while gaming? [Mix.Fi: Your prediction and execution skills are both not too bad, just that the brain cannot really function well.] [HasMelonRindBeenGayToday: ... I thank you.] Ji Zhiyao ragingly reviewed the current KDA 6 and realized that his teammates had in the past ten minutes delivered 11 kills to the opponents. Either already feeding, or about to go seek their doom. Ji Zhiyao waspletely distorted with anger. The assassin in white turned back to return to the base and went on autopilot for ten minutes. Only until twenty minutes into the game did Ji Zhiyao choose to surrender without hesitating. Exiting the game, he gulped down ice water to calm down. Tightening the cap, Ji Zhiyao picked up his phone and started to check the almanac. Four prominent words. Unsuitable for doing anything. He looked towards the ceiling and rolled his eyes. When his vision returned to screen, he realized there was an extra red dot on his friend request list. [Mix.Fi has requested to be your friend. ept?] Ji Zhiyao began to wonder once more if Fi-god had been hacked, while mercilessly clicking reject. Is Fi-god a big deal?! Dignity is the most important! After clicking on his mouse, his mood began to improve. Thereafter, he remembered that the streaming room was still open and maximized the window. Then... What are all of youughing at?! Chapter 4 - But with my condition, I will be a burden to the team

Chapter 4: But with my condition, I will be a burden to the team

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Mix battleteams base. Mo Huaifeng sat before the only lightedputer on the first level. After he saw the friend request he sent being rejected, the corner of his lips turned up in a not-so-attractive angle. The yogurt bottle in his hand was contorted by now. He made a throw indifferently, and the bottle hit the mark right in the center of the trash bin. Yo, in a bad mood? A young man with disheveled hair stepped out of the bathroom and took in the sight before him with squinted eyes. He blurted the question without much thought and then sauntered into the kitchen, grabbing two bottles of ice water from the refrigerator, cing one onto Mo Huaifengs desk. Mo Huaifeng twisted the cap open, his Adams apple rolling as he drank. Swallowing two mouthfuls of ice water, he felt the frustration within him ebb slightly. The young man, also Mix battleteams jungler, named Xiao yawned and peeked from the corner of his eyes at his captainsputer. His sleepiness suddenly all washed away. Wow, who is this? Essentially a 10/10. Xiao let out a whistle facing the screen. Turning back, he noticed Mo Huaifeng peeking at him emotionlessly. He instantly realized that his captain was probably on the verge of flying into a rage with a high chance of himself bing his captains punching bag. Mo Huaifeng sneered with sarcasm. Only you would refer to this time as early. ... It was impossible to keep up this conversation. Xiao looked down meekly like a little girl who had been bullied. Perhaps feeling bad, Mo Huaifeng looked at Xiaos slightly red and swollen left wrist and frowned. Another rpse? Warning terminated. Xiao sighed and nodded. Trained for too long yesterday. Even after spraying on some medicine, it didnt go down, and this morning the pain woke me up. After those words, he frowned, looking a little dejected. Captain, to be honest, my hand... is unlikely to hold out for long. Dont be too pessimistic. Mo Huaifeng spoke quietly. The physiotherapist will be dropping by this afternoon. Examine first if it is muscle fatigue. Even if it was muscle fatigue, it would definitely be rted to my wrist. When I first joined Mix, I could continuously y over ten hours of 5v3 games. Right now with custom matches for my own practice, Im worn out in less than ten hours. Xiao stared at his wrist silently and smiled bitterly. Although it is normal for professional yers to have a low phase, my condition has been deteriorating too quickly. It has been almost a year, and Im already at this level. Previously, I kept refusing to go for a scan in the hospital because I thought that once it was confirmed that I had an injury, there would be a long period of time where I wouldnt be able to y professionally or, even worse, never be able topete again. Yet now, I feel that my condition has already be a burden to the team. Xiaos eyes were firm. Two years ago, Mix reassembled in preparation for the uing world championships. But with my situation, I will drag everyone down. Mo Huaifeng was equally aware of all that Xiao had just spoken about. However, including the solo midners and reserves, Mix wasprised of six people who had been with each other for more than two years and had attained a significant level of teamwork, much less the friendship they shared. Whether professionally or personally, Mo Huaifeng had always hoped to be fighting alongside his brothers for the uing championships. Yet, with the situation now... Mo Huaifeng rubbed his brows. His thin lips pressed into a straight line, seeming down in the dumps. I got it. Find some time to go get examined at the hospital first. Xiao could hear Mo Huaifeng breathe a sigh of relief, and the burden in his heart reduced by half. He murmured in some sort of agreement. Chapter 5 - There is a tournament going on in there today, lets go have some fun.

Chapter 5: There is a tournament going on in there today, lets go have some fun.

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao entered his fifth match. His entire body was very much like a shriveled little cabbage, gloomy and down. Even the two yachts gifted to him by fans in the streaming room could not do much to lift his mood. In his heart, he despised himself for the umpteenth time for wretchedly rejecting Fi-gods friend request. That was Fi-god himself! Together with his good friends, even if they could only practice techniques with the Mix battleteam, it would already be considered a blessing. A bright and promising path destroyed by his very own hands. His conscience hurt. The grievance in his heart was reflected in the assassin in white. Regardless of whether it was 3v3 or 5v5 game, as long as there was a jungle, no matter his team or the opponents, everything was eliminated, nothing left at all. Previously when Ji Zhiyao did livestreams, he was more focused on techniques and tricks. Rarely did he show such aggressive gamey. His old fans could also sense that something was amiss and would send gifts from time to time to console their MelonRind. At the end of the fifth match, the assassin in white was the MVP 1 . The frustration that Ji Zhiyao had kept suppressed for so long was finally relieved. He looked up and nced at the wall clock. It had been two and a half hours since he started the first game. Seeing how the length of the livestream was just about there, Ji Zhiyao was also not in the mood to continue ying. He logged out of the game and smiled at the camera. See you guys tomorrow. [Managed to make the livestream long enough?] [See you tomorrow MelonRind xoxoxoxo~] [Going on a business trip, wont be able to see you. Ill watch the rey when I arrive at my destination.] [*p* *p* *p* *p*] Ji Zhiyao opened the bedroom door and headed downstairs. It was nearly 12 in the afternoon, and only a few dishesid on the dining table. There was a slender young girl beside the table. Having heard some sounds, she turned back and grinned at him. Brother. Sensing the young girls gaze fixed on him, he spoke inartictely with a steamed bun in his mouth. What do you want now? What do you mean by what do I want now? Ji Qingge silently rolled her eyes and moved to pour a ss of cold water, cing it by Ji Zhiyao and ardently massaged his shoulders. Brother, arent you tired? Im fine. The hands pressing down on his shoulders became slightly more forceful. Ji Zhiyao easily escaped her ws. Just speak whatever you have to say. Brother,e with me to go get a ear piercing please. Ji Zhiyao swallowed the mouthful of steamed bun stuck before his throat with great force. Me? Apany you? Ji Qingge looked matter-of-factly at him. Yeah, if I feel pain, I can pinch you. ... Regardless of how unwilling Ji Zhiyao was, after lunch, he was dragged along by Ji Qingge like a salted fish. An hourter, Ji Zhiyao breathed in the cold air while brushing his arm which was covered with uneven marks, moon-shaped indents obviously caused by someone digging their nails in. And the culprit was lightly rubbing her earlobe, spinning around delightedly. It didnt hurt at all. Thedy who did the piercings really wasnt lying! Ji Zhiyao wanted to beat her dog head in. After some distance, they walked passed the Silver Throne Shopping Center, and Ji Zhiyao stopped midstep. Ji Qingge, you head home first. What are you going to do? He tilted his chin in the direction of the shopping center. There is a tournament held here today. Ill go have some fun. Alright, help me bring home two bags of pumpkin vored chips and a bowl of taro balls. I hope you burst from eating too much, Ji Zhiyao grumbled, then added. Okay, be careful when you cross the roads. After watching Ji Qingge safely cross the intersection, Ji Zhiyao put both hands in his pockets and slowly ambled to the entrance of the Silver Throne Shopping Center. Chapter 6 - Pal, you want an autograph?

Chapter 6: Pal, you want an autograph?

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios There was air-conditioning in the shopping center, and it was really nice and cool. Ji Zhiyao surveyed his surroundings and saw not too far in the distance a stage concealed by crowds of people together with the outline of several machines. He started to move towards the area. In this Heroes Combat event he had chanced upon yesterday on Weibo, Silver Throne Shopping Center somehow managed to bring in several Heroes game consoles and was auditioning based on yers battle results to form an amateur team of five topete with the professional team W.J. Whether one won or lost, he would stand to gain generous rewards, just that the reward for winning was much more attractive for all the amateur yerstwo tickets each to the Heroes national qualifiers happening a yearter. Ji Zhiyao took his time to go towards the gadgets. There was a considerable amount of people gathered before consoles, but not many were really ying. Most were just clustered around to watch on. Coincidentally, a boy looking like a middle schooler just ended a match. Ji Zhiyao darted a look. The word DEFEAT took up more than half the screen while a mechanical voice announced defeat at the same time. The boys face was flushed, and he could not even bother waiting to see the final results and simply left feeling slightly embarrassed. After a few seconds, the results of the match shed out, Ji Zhiyao focused on the results. The boy had yed as a solo mid, 5v5 match. His results of 1 kill, 7 deaths, and 2 assists were indeed rather unbearable to see. If the participants taking part in the audition were all of such standards, then the reward of two tickets each to the qualifying round would be wasted. After all, even though W.J battleteam had just been formed half a year ago, they were still professional yers. Whether it was their sensibility or techniques, both would be much better than those ofmon onlookers. Ji Zhiyao spectated for a while more, and his hands felt a little itchy. The console before him that had been taken by the middle schooler before was thereafter upied by a man with a strong physique just moments ago. Ji Zhiyao looked left and right at the primary school students who were happily enjoying themselves before the other consoles and moved to stand behind the man. Yet, the stiff figure before him was extremely alert, having shifted to the side at almost the same moment. Ji Zhiyao facing the ongoing game and turned, slightly dumbfounded at the man who had just dodged. One look and he was almost scared to death. The man was not only wearing a cap but also a ck mask, leaving only a pair of chocte brown eyes exposed. Which celebrity was this traveling incognito? But the man only wore the simplest outfit consisting of a ck t-shirt and jeans, not really looking the part of a celebrity. It was more likely that his appearance was a little disfigured that he covered up in this manner. Ji Zhiyao thought so to himself and rubbed his head apologetically. Bro, I was just feeling some itch to y and wanted to take a look at your handling. I didnt expect your reaction to be so big. Sorry man. With that, he took two steps back and gestured for the man to go ahead. He did not expect to hear him speak in a deep but nice voice. IndefiniteFuture? What the f*ck? Had he met a gank 1 by his fans? Ji Zhiyao checked left and right with a guilty conscience, and after ensuring that no one had taken notice of them, he could not help but heave a sigh of relief. Not bothering to ask if the man was one of his 1.7 million fans on Weibo, he lowered his voice, much like the rendezvous of two secret agents. Pal, you want an autograph? I want to watch you y a match. The man was very straightforward. Ji Zhiyao was totally excited. He would havetched onto him for a hug if it not considering that the man was almost two inches taller than him. The reality was that he silently peeped at the mans stature of approximately 188cm, rubbed his hands together, and agreed readily. Sure, finish up this match first. Ill carry you in the next one. Chapter 7 - “One minute less, I will hold your heads down and add another hour.”

Chapter 7: One minute less, I will hold your heads down and add another hour.

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios You can do it now. The man moved to a side once more with tranquility in his eyes. None of the admiration expected to be present when a fan meets his idol could be seen in him. He only gave a slight nod. I chose a jungler. Ji Zhiyao instinctively looked towards the screen. Indeed, an assassin in ck stood still beneath a turret with zero KDAs and a terrible gold level 1 , leading to several of his teammates questioning on the open chat if the jungler had disconnected. He had wanted to y too and did not refuse. Walking up to the console, he cocked an eyebrow. Bro, watch me carry 2 with your ount. The man kept silent, only moving closer. The keys of the console were very sensitive andfortable to the touch. Ji Zhiyao took a few minutes to get ustomed. With some appreciation for the controls and also his desire to boast before his fan, the match ended in just 20 minutes. Final results: he had ravaged the entire match, a deserving MVP. Only after the quitting the results page, he saw a new page sh out for one to fill in contact details, probably done in preparation for the audition. Ji Zhiyao called out. Hey,e and fill in your contact details. Some hint of uncertainty grew in the mans deep eyes. You were the one that yed this match. Psh, so what if I yed, this is a benefit I give to my fans, Ji Zhiyao said and waved his hand indifferently. I still have to thank you for letting me use your ount and giving up the space to y. However, I can only y this one match for you. If you get chosen to form a team against the professional yers, you would have to rely on yourself. You should fill in your own details. The man nodded his head, turned, and left. He had the height and long legs. By the time Ji Zhiyao came back to his sense, the man had already disappeared into the crowd, and he was unaware of which direction he went to. Ji Zhiyao scratched his head, turning to nce at the console from before. Why leave this mess to him? He was not actually that interested in watching the national qualifiers... Ji Zhiyao looked down then up. Continuously doing so for a few times, he coughed and filled in his contact details with a peaceful expression. The moment he clicked submit, the corner of his lips involuntarily lifted up and quickly dropped down again. Cough. ... Outside the shopping center, the man sat in the passenger seat of a limousine van, removing his mask and cap. The vehicle began moving, and a blond in the backseat leaned forward grinningly. Chief, why did you take so long to go to the washroom? Too tempted, ended up ying a match. The blonde had a teasing smile. I was right. Of course Chief wouldnt do any crude stuff in a shopping centers washroom. K, this little rascal had to do you wrong. Damn you! The young man in short sleeves shot up in a frenzy, grabbing the blondes cor, showing an expression as if a disaster was about to befall him. Doggy, dont you dare start anything! The two people became a mess. In the front, Mo Huaifeng opened the cap of a bottle of mineral water. His eyelids dropped as he tilted his head to drink, looking less stern and mean than he usually did. Recalling Ji Zhiyaos whole matter-of-factly manner before, it was exactly like he had seen in the game in the morning. Just as eighth-grade syndrome as ever. He finished drinking and hearing the mor by his ears growing louder, almost bluntly expressed his annoyance on his face. As the clutching of the stic bottle let out a crushing sound, themotion in the backseat ended abruptly. Mo Huaifeng glimpsed in the rear view mirror. Next week, both of you, three hours of livestream everyday. Chief, you are so cruel... Chief, I was really wrong! One minute less. Mo Huaifeng added slowly amidst the wailing. I will hold your heads down and add an extra hour. The interior of the vehicle instantly went silent. Chapter 8 - “Dont be so anxious to contact him, let me continue to observe for a period of time.”

Chapter 8: Dont be so anxious to contact him, let me continue to observe for a period of time.

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Yuan Wei, the team manager who was dragged out to act as the driver, shook his head in resignation, stepping harder on the elerator. The van zoomed towards the battleteams base. When they arrived, the five monkeys in the backseat ran out of the vehicle squealing as if there was someone chasing after them and disappeared in a sh with no trace left behind. Mo Huaifeng did not move and only looked up briefly. You have something to tell me? Yuan Wei said, I went to the hospital with Xiao this morning. The doctor said his wrist is not only strained, but there is also inmmation in the tendon sheath. He has to first take a break for a period of time and then undergo conservative therapy. No more intensive training. If therapy is ineffective, he would have to consider surgery. Mo Huaifeng had no expression, but his slender fingers reached for a box of cigarettes in the storagepartment, lighting up with his other hand. The expression in his eyes was a little cold. What does that mean? What I meant was... Yuan Wei peeped at him cautiously, being a little fearful. Oh Fi-god dont look me like that, Ive already tried to bargain with the club. They agreed to only let us recruit a substitute for a jungler and have him take turns with Xiao topete based on Xiaos health condition. After preparing for a year, the club had to ensure that Mix battleteam was wholesome, so it would still be possible to remedy should anything exceptional happen to Xiao. Mo Huaifeng gradually warmed up, though still expressionless, but the somber atmosphere had dispelled. Okay. Yuan Wei continued. Fi-god, do you have any suggestions on who we should recruit? Mo Huaifeng squinted at him and did not reply. Yuan Wei sighed, opened the gallery in this phone, and coaxed. This is the ex-jungler of Wild Wolves battleteam from North America. He left after some conflict with the teamst year; this is a Korean, from one of the earliest batches of Heroes professional yers. Although his hand speed is not as before, he is still very seasoned in both experiences and skills; this is... Yuan Wei introduced five foreign yers while flipping through. Mo Huaifeng promptly reached out and switched off his screen. Yuan Wei was baffled. Mo Huaifeng spoke up. When I first joined Mix, I had said that this team can only be an all Chinese team. The same goes for reserves. Yuan Wei unlocked his phone again with a clear look of I knew it would be like this. He then continued. The club considered this point and also prepared the information of a few fellow Chinese. Although their qualifications and skills could not bepared to those of the foreigners, theyre still not too bad... Mo Huaifeng put out the cigarette and inly grabbed Yuan Weis phone. Flipping through a few times, he suddenly paused. Yuan Wei looked over. This a gaming broadcaster who just came to be known a year ago. His gaming techniques are considered to be better than average. Though still nothing like the professionals, his dirty tricks are quite alright most of the time, and he has a considerablyrge fanbase. Ive watched him y two matches before. Mo Huaifengs tone was neutral, conveying that he was in thought. His prediction and consciousness are both not bad. Is that so? Yuan Wei could not help but look again at the photo of the broadcaster with the ID IndefiniteFuture. A youth around 18 to 19 years of age smiled very warmly at the camera, looking kind and innocent. Yuan Wei could not see a hint of how good he could be. Oh yes, Mo Huaifengs not bad was once used as apliment for the local top solo mid. Thus, Yuan Wei said, I observed him previously, but it does not seem like he has been ying for a long time. When he first started out as a broadcaster, his skills were absolutely atrocious, so Im not sure if he would bepetent enough Skills can be strengthened through practice while urate judgment and consciousness are more important. Mo Huaifengs lips twitched. Just like how even though you are in the Master league 1 , I still refuse to y Ranked games with you. Yuan Weiughed. Mo Huaifeng picked up the cap left at the side,zily lifted his butt, and opened the car door. Dont be too anxious to contact him. Let me continue to observe for a period of time. The door mmed shut while he stepped into the base without looking back. Chapter 9 - He scratched his head in frustration and cursed quietly.

Chapter 9: He scratched his head in frustration and cursed quietly.

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Three dayster. Ji Zhiyao woke up really early, showered, and changed into a freshly-washed white shirt and ck jeans, feeling wholly clean and refreshed. Yesterday, the crew of the shopping center called him ording to the details he had left, letting him know that he had been sessfully chosen to be part of the amateur team and to go to level one of Silver ce for a match against W.J. this morning. Ji Zhiyao was a little excited. While Fi-god whom he encountered a few days ago was his first opponent who was a professional yer,peting live against a professional team was still a first for him. Whether or not the disparity between leisure yers and professional yers was a chasm that could not be crossed, he could not wait to find out. After tidying himself up, a look at the wall clock told him that it was only 9 am. Thepetition was set at 10:30 am, and it only takes him less than half an hour to go from his home to Silver Throne. Yet, the remaining time was not enough to do the livestream session for today. Hence, crossing one leg over the other and scrolling through Weibo, heid back on his bed at peace with his conscience, There were not many events about Heroes. After going through the posts of several well-known gaming ounts that he follows, Ji Zhiyao grew bored and starting casually scrolling through the hot and exploration pages. Scrolling and scrolling, he was a little sleepy from reading. Just as the phone was about to fall on his face, Ji Zhiyao caught a glimpse of a phrase, In the morning three days ago, Fi-god... Recalling the match he had yed with Fi-god, he lifted his legs and nimbly turned over to read the post. In the morning three days ago, Fi-god was up early and led me in a match. He was absolutely manly QAQ 1 !!! Not only did he not despise my terrible skills, he even said that I had eighth-grade syndrome when I apologized to him. *sobs*~ was actually a little upset, but watching Fi-god trash the opposing team while drinking yogurt, I somehow felt better again~ Below there, several HD screenshots were attached. The screenshots were of the games open chat. Out of nowhere, Ji Zhiyao suddenly had a sense that somehow this was rted to the match he had yed. Thus, he tapped to view the photos, wanting to make out the situation. The first image was of a username that was covered and followed by the words QAQ, dont mind me. Although my skills are lousy now, once I train for a period of time, I will definitely be able to protect you! The username in the second image was not covered. It was Mix.Fi. The words following it were direct. I think you got eighth-grade syndrome. The third image did not even capture the username but only a simple phrase: Let me be the one to protect you. The fourth image was a conversation. The covered username said Fi-godgging? to which Mix.Fi replied Opening the yogurt cover. The fifth image was the results of the match. With the exception of Fi-god, all the other usernames were covered. With a dull tter, the phone slid down while Ji Zhiyao was still staring aghast at the screen. He did not know how to even describe how he felt right now. If he were to make aparison, it was probably as annoyed and helpless as one was when realizing in the end that it was just a loose screw of an electricmp causing all themotion in an issue of . This blogger girl was probably a big dreamer. Ji Zhiyao swallowed his saliva to calm down and tapped to enter the profile. An influencer with little fame with five to six ten thousand fans; other than selfies, her posts only consisted of ambiguous screenshots. Fi-god was not the first person whom she had created a deliberate misinterpretation out of context using screenshots, but he was definitely the most famous one. Ji Zhiyao was suddenly angry. His anger had appeared out of the blue, and he was so caught off guard that even he himself could not tell if it was because he was present yet unknowing of the whole incident or because Fi-god was being used by someone to gain attention. He scratched his head in frustration and cursed quietly. Chapter 10 - Its bright daylight, some drama queens ought to wake up, stop dreaming.

Chapter 10: Its bright daylight, some drama queens ought to wake up, stop dreaming.

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios With a flip, heid on his back and gazed at the ceiling, but what appeared before his eyes was a short video he had chanced upon a year ago. The protagonist was a very young man, very good-looking and dressed simply. The man held a microphone, speaking in a deep voice. In China, eSports 1 is a newly rising sports event, currently still unepted by a small group of people. It cannot be denied that our talents in the aspect of eSports are considered to begging behind those of other countries. Yet, I believe that there wille a day where an all-Chinese team will be wearing the red g with five stars, standing on the highest spot on the podium for the international league, with all eyes fixed upon them, filled with glory. The mans eyes were shining, and his lips tugged up in a small smile. That was Ji Zhiyaos very first time seeing Fi-god and also the initial reason for him to drop into the pit known as Heroes. Bringing the red g with five stars to the highest point of the podium, these words were already enough to set ones blood on fire. Although he was currently a gaming broadcaster with totally no rtion to these words, Fi-god... should not be used by this sort of almost unknown influencer to gain attention. Though the influencers post was not read by many people, there too were many people on the Inte who did not know the truth. The public opinion might be entrenched as such. Together with Almighty Fis almost dead Weibo ount, if there was no proper exnation, it was not known what might happen in the future. Ji Zhiyao lowered his gaze to read the post again and suddenly sat up, getting off the bed to switch on theputer. A minuteter, several game effects sounded. Ji Zhiyao logged on, found the match historys record, took a screenshot, and sent it to his phone. Another minute passed. [IndefiniteFutureV: Met Fi-god in a matchup in the morning three days ago and was totally trashed. Actually didnt want to share this, but Im participating in a tournament today and decided to put out a part of my dark history to entertain you guys and umte some credit score 2 . Also, its bright daylight, some drama queens ought to wake up, stop dreaming. [image] ] After posting on Weibo, Ji Zhiyao felt much better. Downing half a ss of water, he unknowingly tapped to enter the homepage of user Mix.FiV. Thirty secondster, IndefiniteFutureVs following count went from 39 to 40. After everything was done, Ji Zhiyao intentionally avoided looking at hisments and direct messages. Instead, he looked up to check the wall clock. The hour hand was about to reach the number 10, and he grabbed his phone and went out the door, going straight to Silver Throne Shopping Center. The sun was harsh as usual. Its rays were blinding, making it hard to open ones eyes. Ji Zhiyao did not like heat and walked very quickly. Even so, when he arrived at the entrance of the shopping center, the ck hair above his forehead was already wet from his perspiration. He casually swept his hair and tookrge steps into the shopping center Indoors and outdoors were two entirely different worlds. Ji Zhiyao saw in a nce therge stage on the first level that was directly facing the entrance. Probably due to the fact that a professional team had been invited, not only was the event space almost two timesrger than the area used previously, but fences were also surrounding all around. The audience here to watch the match should only sit on the few rows of benches outside of the fences, watching therge LCD screen ced right in the center of the stage. Arranging the ce as such in a short period of time was not an easy task, and it was evident that some thought had gone into it. Ji Zhiyao went straight to the entrance, stopping before a staff. His slightly smiling eyes were very friendly. Hi, I am here to participate in the tournament. Chapter 11 - Today lets show them, what is known as the true experts are amongst the common folk’!

Chapter 11: Today lets show them, what is known as the true experts are amongst themon folk!

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The staff girl holding the registration clipboard asked, What is your phone number? Ji Zhiyao recited a string of numbers, and the girl verified it before passing the clipboard to him. Please sign first. Ji Zhiyao easily found his phone number amongst the five in the list and filled in the eight words HasMelonRindBeenGayToday under the username column. After signing, he handed the clipboard back to the girl,pletely unaware that her expression had suddenly beplex after looking at the list. You may enter now. The side with the blue wall background is the ce for the leisure team; there arebels attached to everyputer. Do find your own seat ording to thebels. The girl exined in detailed, and Ji Zhiyao thanked her after and walked towards the inside of the fences. There were three males already seated before the blue wall while the red side was empty. As of now, it was less than ten minutes before the tournament would start at 10:30 am. As expected, the opposing team was a professional battleteam. Ji Zhiyao criticized silently, yet not one bit of abnormality could be seen on his face as he walked towards the blue side with a smile. His temporary teammates were all really young, looking around 18 to 19 years old. One of them was quite handsome, and with a cold demeanor, he was the aloof type that most girls would like. Ji Zhiyao nced at thebel on hisputer, and there loomed the three letters adc. It was a carry position, but he was just not sure how good his handling skills were. He drew out the chair and sat down. Looking up, he met the calm gazes of two people left and right. Ji Zhiyao nodded to each as a form of greeting. In response, the aloof male simply nodded and indifferently turned to look elsewhere. Whereas the boy ying midne had a friendlier smile and even leaned forward. Hey, nice to meet you. Since he had thrown out an olive branch, Ji Zhiyao could not ignore it and smiled. Nice to meet you. Thepetition is about to begin, yet our support is nowhere to be seen, as with the opponent team. How worrying. The midne yer sighed in a model manner and, following that, grew excited again. This is my first timepeting against a professional team! I would always see on social media about how professional teams look down on amateur yers like us. Today, lets show them what is known as the true experts are amongst themon folk! The midne yers words were spoken with conviction, but he did not hear a reply from Ji Zhiyao and could not help but turn to ask. Brother, am I right? Fi-god should see, this is then the true eighth-grade syndrome. Ji Zhiyao did not reply, merely pointing his chin into the distance. I think the support is here. The midne yer was distracted as expected. Where where where? From not too far away, a girl with two pigtails was carrying a little sling bag, skipping towards thepetition stage. Her height was even cuter than her two pigtails. The midne yer was silenced. Even the topne yer and icy dudes nces were instantly frozen when they looked up. Ji Zhiyao was the first to look away. This support girl was quite familiar to him. She was an inte broadcaster too and was on the same tform as him. Her skills in burst support 1 were superb. As people say, Face of an angel, heart of a demon. Chapter 12 - Who are they looking down on now?

Chapter 12: Who are they looking down on now?

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The world was really small. To think he would meet her here. When Ji Zhiyao lifted his head once more, the support girl had already bounced onto the stage and was standing less than a meter away from him, examining him with her head tilted. The manner in which the remaining people were looking at him was a little weird. Ji Zhiyao rubbed his head feebly, stood up, and shook his arm. Super loli, what a coincidence. Its really you. The girls voice was also cutesy. I thought I got the wrong person. She swept a look at the other three males. Are there any other broadcasters among you three? Two of the five famous broadcasters from the tform are standing here. Whats up, are we trying to clobber W.J. into muggles? Ji Zhiyao was baited by her mouthful of coarse words that he could not help but revealed his true personality. I think Silver Throne has something against W.J. that they intentionally hired us a bunch of actors, hoping to hold them down on the floor and ruffle them up. The girl waved her hand sturdily, speaking as she walked next to her seat. Getting arrogant yeah. We should at least give them some face. By the way, thepetition is starting in two minutes, why isnt W.J. here yet? Are they waiting for us to bring a pnquin with eight carriers to go fetch them? Ji Zhiyao said, I guess Silver ce spent quite a lot just on inviting this lucky treasure. If they havent relished enough themselves, how would they bear to let them out without creating some suspense and anticipation first? Youre not wrong. Still, I heard that W.J. has not yed a single practice match this summer, so this tournament is probably just a warm-up for them. Ji Zhiyao responded with a sneer and was just about to say something when he realized in hindsight that their three temporary teammates were staring at them baffled. He coughed lightly and swallowed back the obscenities, cheering dully. All the best, lets thrash them. The girl let out a seemingly mockingugh. Here theye. Ji Zhiyao turned to look to the front to see an uneven row of people in short red sleeves with hands in their pockets, yawning and sauntering up the stage. As they went past the amateur team, there were even sneering and muted remarks. Currently, it was three minutester than the set timing for the tournament. Ji Zhiyao tugged the corner of his lips. Who are they looking down on now? The people in W.J. team dropped into their seats still with uninterested and frivolous behaviors. The emcee in a suit and leather shoes walked on stage with a mic and gave a sinct introduction. These are the amateur team formed from an audition and the professional team W.J. The tournament officially begins. The matches are divided into three modes of 1v1, 3v3, and 5v5. ying for the best two out of three modes, it begins now. Therge screen behind lighted up, and the valley where champions battled appeared on the screen. Just as everyone in the amateur team was preparing to put on their ear-mics, a voice not too loud nor too soft came from W.J.s side. Even with subsidiary ounts 1 we would bash them anytime. Lets just use our second ounts. The standard of this tournament is so low, so lets finish quickly and find a ce for lunch. Im dying of hunger. The one who spoke was a man with green hair and was around 22 years old. As he spoke, he did not forget to send provocative looks towards everyone before the blue wall. Both the topne and midne youths instantly turned red, and the support girl was about to roll up her sleeves in fury to beat someone up. Even the aloof male was no longer calm. Ji Zhiyao ced his ear-mic back into its original spot with narrowed eyes. The smile on his lips was filled with a callousness inconsistent with his age. Big brother, if your second ount isnt a Challenger-ranked one, then dont use it. Im afraid it would hurt our eyes and should you identally mishandle your operations, people would think you are intentionally throwing the game. Everyone was silent, and as the green-haired man was about to open his mouth to speak, Ji Zhiyao continued while absentmindedly ying with the ear-mics wire. Next time you have such an event, remember to eat before youe. I am such a kind person. Not only am I worried while face of yours that is soon to be retired about how many long more you can keep your identity of a professional yer but Im also worried whether you will have the appetite to eat after losing terribly. Chapter 13 - Come on, let daddy teach you how to be a man.

Chapter 13: Come on, let daddy teach you how to be a man.

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Do you know who I am? How dare you to speak to me like this! Are you not afraid that you will have to take back your words during thepetition? The words of the green-haired male were filled with an imbecile air of I am the best, and Ji Zhiyaos mood somehow became much more at ease. He ignored his gaping teammates and audience and lightly said, I dont know who you are, but it does not hinder me from knowing that you are the disciple of the ex-jungler of the Korean OX battleteam. Every day on your livestream, all you do is boast that your master once made it into the final eight of the international league and how he is all sorts of good to you. However, the one who made it into the international league wasnt you, and your handling skillspardon me for being straightforwardis like crap. You! I am rather inexperienced in the affairs of this field, so if I have said anything wrong, do correct me. ... Seeing Green Hairs face turn as purple like an eggnt after suppressing his anger, the support chickughed until she was almost in stitches. NoHomo, from now on I am your hardcore fan. Whoever calls you gay, Id beat them up for you. What a good child. You speak profanities more easily than you drink water. Ji Zhiyao red at her crankily. I thank you. In the W.J. battleteam, after Green Hair experienced a fest of being made to shut up, the expressions of the remaining four were all slightlyplicated and worthy of ruminating. If one had to describe it, it was probably simr to how a cat watched a rat desperately struggling before dying. Among them, someone who seemed like the captain tapped Green Hairs shoulder. You can do the 1v1. y a solo to vent your anger. Once Green Hair heard those words, his expression turned slightly ferocious as he rubbed his wrists, tilting up his chin with insolence. Sure, whos the jungler in your team? Get out here for a solo, two people per tower, no Runes 1 . Ill show you the gap between professional yers and amateurs. Ji Zhiyao promptly picked up his earphones. The curve of his smile looked crafty. Im right here. Come on, let daddy teach you how to be a man. Green Hair opened his mouth as if wanting to send a jab back but still suppressed it in the end. He only gritted his teeth and said, Shut up,e solo. Ji Zhiyao could not help but be surprised. He opened the Heroes client with a confused expression and put on his ear-mic still bewildered. Even as he was logging on, his whole person was still in a very strange nk state. Atst, the support girl could not stand to watch anymore. She spoke into the ear-mic. W.J. battleteam have not yet yed in anypetitions. Their fanbase is also a small, and the club has ordered the people in the team not to get into any trouble before the national qualifiers begins. If not, it will be considered a breach of contract. Oh, so it was that. Knowing the reason now, he also logged into his ount. Ji Zhiyao adjusted the position of his keyboard and mouse and directly invited Green Hair to begin the 1v1. Both of them entered the match after choosing the assassin in white, and therge screen right in the back began to show the Heroes valley. Not only the audience had their necks straightened, but even the members of the two teams also did not go close to their junglers to affect them and instead turned back to watch. Two kills, one turret, was one of the rules for Heroess 1v1. Whoever was the first to kill the opponent twice and destroy a turret won. The most important requirement was the technique and prediction skills of the yers. Although Ji Zhiyao behaved rather arrogantly, but at the bottom of it all, against this green-haired jungler, he was not afraid at all. He had once chanced upon one of Green Hairs livestream, and it was undeniable that his dirty tricks and techniques were rather good. However, in 1v1 where the paths were so open, dirty tricks did not work at all. Not to mention, Green Hairs techniques, if to really single him out, were only a little stronger than those of average yers. As for Green Hairs confidence, it probably came from the consciousness and prediction skill nurtured from being a professional yer. For these two points, unfortunately, Ji Zhiyao had them too. Chapter 14 - This slap on the face was a slap well done!

Chapter 14: This p on the face was a p well done!

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Together with the games sound effects, the assassins in white followed behind their line of minions, moving to prevent their turret from being pushed down. Ji Zhiyao was unhurried while the white assassin under Green Hairs control was sometimes fast and sometimes slow while moving forward. It was evident that he was rather impatient. The line of minions arrived at the turrets, and the two people began to attack the minions face-to-face. From time to time, an auto-attack would hit the opponent as a test, simply scratching the surface. Clearly, both were waiting for the assassins to level up and earn their ultimate ability. One wave of minions was down, and the assassin from the red team, as if he could not wait any longer, scurried straight ahead with a few steps. Several abilities followed by auto-attacks continuously fell on the blue team. The abilities sessfully stunned the assassin in white, and a sh of bright light shed across Green Hairs eyes as he sat before theputer. Immediately after, his fingers began to swiftly dance on the keyboard. Although he had not gotten his ultimate ability, by using several abilities and auto-attacks, he had already managed to reduce the blue teams health by half. Such rookie handling and he still dared to challenge him earlier? As Green Hair watched the blue teams assassin on the screen who seemed like he had been scared silly, disdain and despise shed in his eyes while he continued to attack mercilessly. Right at this moment, both of them rose to level six at the same time, gaining their ultimate ability. Green Hairs cooldown for other abilities was also ending. In the next second, Ji Zhiyao moved. WIth half of his health, he retreated towards the defense turret. Green Hair was determined to have his way, so how could he allow Ji Zhiyao to sessfully retreat to the turret? He nced at his cooldown with two to three seconds remaining, his unused ultimate ability, and almost full health and immediately gave chase. Just as Ji Zhiyao almost reached the turret, the assassin controlled by him seemed to have a life of its own in that split second. With a flicker, he was now behind the red teams assassin, who had been in hot pursuit of him. Then, an ability, direct stun! Then, it was followed by a series of attacks repeatedly thrown onto the red teams assassin. Green Hair, with his movements disrupted and abilities still in cooldown, could only watch himself get battered. When his cooldown ended, Green Hair attempted to strike back with half health and a full set of abilities but was rmed as he realized that the blue teams assassin, as though he used hacks, moved much faster than him. He could not even match up Had the opponent bought equipment? When was that? Before Green Hair could understand, the screen was already ck and white. First blood! Ji Zhiyao exploited his victory with continued pursuit, and with the second wave of minions, he cleared out the opponents minions and began to push the turret. When Green Hair respawned, he sessfully retreated. Going under the turret, and then return to base. Green Hairs gold had been suppressed by a few hundred gold, which was the price of a piece of equipment. Not much, but for Green Hair, the enemys minions were already below his turret. It was disasters piling up on one another. Hence, the second kill expectedly went to Ji Zhiyao as well. Nice! The blue teams midner with a flushed face started to p forcefully. This p on the face was a p well done! The topner who had not spoken whistled, and among the apuse from the audience, he turned to the emcee. Did you see that? We won the first round, quickly announce it. The expressions of W.J battleteam could no longer be described using words. Especially Green Hair, his expression was as dark as the bottom of a pot. Matched with his overly matured face, he seemed like the discipline master who had caught students with rtionships in high school. It was supposed to be arge gift for the amateur team to prove them wrong, but the receivers became themselves! Even if the loss was just a single round, to professional yers like them, it was embarrassing enough. Chapter 16 - What do you mean by ‘explain what’s going on between you and Fi-god?’

Chapter 16: What do you mean by exin whats going on between you and Fi-god?

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios 5v5 hasnt even started, and our team is already broken up. Swinging back and forth his arm that was sore from being dragged, Ji Zhiyao spoke with slight sarcasm, first squinting towards the direction where the midner, then looking back at the W.J. battleteam who was obviously gloating in their misfortune. Lets end it here. Let them leave with the regret of a draw. Sure. No objections. Nothing much to say. The topner had a bitter smile. I havent even had the chance to fight, yet I was immediately sentenced to death. But its for the better too. Now I can lie to myself that I am someone who had a 50:50 chance of winning against a professional battleteam. Ji Zhiyaoughed and pped his shoulder. Four of them stood up together, and in the face of W.J.s battleteamsplicated expressions, they simply summarized the situation for the emcee and then left without looking back. Behind their backs, they could vaguely hear someone calling out for them exasperatedly, but none of them paid any attention. ... It was almost 1 pm when he reached home. Ji Zhiyao had not eaten, already starving until he could feel his chest touch his back. His parents were both at work, and Ji Qingge, preparing to be a slow sparrow making an early start, had signed up for tuition sses for next years national exams. Other than instant noodles, there was nothing much to eat at home. Ji Zhiyao ordered a portion of takeaway and then turned on the electric kettle, tearing open a bowl of instant noodles. In the few minutes of waiting for the water to boil, he found two turkey sausages inside the refrigerator and ate one while cutting the other. Throwing the cut-up sausages into the bowl, he saw that the water was boiling. Ji Zhiyao cooked the noodles. In just a few minutes, he had scarfed down a bowl of noodles that were neither soft nor hard. By the time he finished cleaning up, the takeaway had arrived too. Facing a container of fresh and aromatic spicy crayfish, Ji Zhiyao put his phone on a stand and opened the livestream app before putting on a pair of stic gloves. He was shocked when he first entered the app. There was actually a full thirty thousand audiences waiting in the streaming room. Turning on the livestream was a spur-of-the-moment decision for him. Meant to just umte some time, he did not announce it on Weibo either. Im not ying games today, doing an eating livestream to just pass time. Finishing his sentence, Ji Zhiyao realized that the number of people online did not drop but instead continued to increase, and he was naturally dazed. You guys like to watch me eat? [QAQ Whatever MelonRind does I like it all! Youre the cutest when you do an eating livestream and chatting~] [Eat eat eat, all you know to do is eat.] [I quietly nced at my ten dor lunchbox before me, finding it a little dull and tasteless.] [This ces spicy crayfish looks good.] Of course its good. Its the ce with the best food in this entire area. Ji Zhiyao savored the crayfish while picking out somements to reply to. He was more than happy, and the fans also enjoyed looking at his lips that had turned dark red from the spices. With something so attractive right before the screen, how could one bear to not look? Yet, Ji Zhiyao waspletely unaware. He quickly threw the shells he had peeled into the trash bin, and when he looked up again, his eyes caught ament very different from the rest. What do you mean exin what is going on between you and Fi-god~ Im itching to know? Me and Fi-god? Just the rtionship of once being gaming opponents. What else could there be? Ji Zhiyao frowned slightly and ate another crayfish in confusion. Was his Weibo post this morning unclear? In the next second, he almost jumped out of his seat. [Stop speaking nonsense. If there was nothing, why would Fi-god repost and reply to your Weibo post?] [MelonRind, did you not realize that you have another new fan called Mix.FiV on your Weibo?] [Just silently watching you act.] ... Ji Zhiyao dropped the crayfish in his hand and even caused the sauce to stter onto his screen because he was too agitated. Right after that, the livestream status changed directly to the broadcaster is not home. Chapter 17 - Can you do me a favor?

Chapter 17: [Can you do me a favor?]

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios While waiting to enter the Weibo interface, Ji Zhiyao could not help but swallow nervously. His dark eyes showed even more of his suspicion and nkness that was hard to hide. After reading theizens words, he vaguely had a guess in his heart. When he saw his Weibo following list, the association he shared with the one right at the top had unknowingly be follows you. Some of his guesses seemed to be verified. Ji Zhiyao simply ignored the uncountable number of messages and instead adeptly went to his own profile and found the post that he had shared this morning before leaving. Then, he entered, going straight for the most poprment. [Mix.FiV: It was your teammates mistake, cant be considered as trashing.] The time stamp was two hours ago. !!! So was Fi-god indirectly acknowledging his techniques? A side of Ji Zhiyao lips was lifted up high as if he had gotten an unbelievable prize. He ignored the pile of *sobbing sound* and hubby you have another sweetheart, replying with a (doge) emoticon, trying to appear unaffected. Then, he threw his phone aside and finished a bottle of water. After he had calmed down, Ji Zhiyao picked up his phone again and nonchntly flipped through a certain persons profile. The following count was 9. The Official ount of the club, five members of the Mix battleteam, the official ount of the Heroes international league, the official ount of the most famous local eSports magazine, and thest one was him. Ji Zhiyao lifted his hand and rubbed his already slightly numb face. Looking further, he nced at the back and saw the number of fans, which was almost eight to nine times of his own, and that bit of feeling overwhelmed by this honor instantly disappeared, bing a stink-eye. ... So why does this rare specimen who has posted a total of fewer than 3 posts have so many fans! Pissing off this little broadcaster. Ji Zhiyao, not buying it, continued to stare at the number for quite some time, but it did not even have the slightest bit of change. He then pursed his lips and moved the mouse a bit, coincidentally opening the Chat interface. In there, two unread messages stood out. [Mix.FiV: You did y quite well.] [Mix.FiV: Can you do me a favor?] Ji Zhiyao was stunned and felt rooted to the ground. Instantly, he forcefully rubbed his eyes with the bottom pad of his fingers and after ensuring that he had not read wrongly, typed with a pair of eyes as red as a rabbits from all that staring: What favor? After the message was sent, Ji Zhiyao then realized that the interval between the two messages he had received was a full hour. Contemting that there was arge probability that Fi-god would not reply immediately, he logged out of Weibo and mechanically chewed on crayfish to steady his nerves. Chewing on the fifth one, he blinked and remembered the forgotten livestream room. Then, Ji Zhiyao put out his fingers that were now all oily because he had forgotten to put on gloves and bemusedly jabbed at the phones screen. ... Was it not just bing one out of the nine people followed by the top local ADC yer, the publicly acknowledged Fi-goda team yer of the only team in China to make it into the international league for the previous year, and also receive a private message from him? What was there to be out of his mind about? On top of that, he even said he had eighth-grade syndrome the previous time! Being triggered by thest sentence, Ji Zhiyao immediately came to his senses. He used a tissue to clean up his phone screen and returned to the livestream room. When he was not around, all the audiences sent about a few thousandments while looking at the five words the broadcaster is not home. Now, as Ji Zhiyaos indifferent youthful face reappeared, thements instantly became another type of content. [MelonRind, speak up. What indescribable things have you done behind our backs?] Ji Zhiyao had no expression. I just kissed more than ten types of living things that were not of my species from head to toe. [What exactly is the rtionship between you and Fi-god?] Ji Zhiyao was not in the least affected. Just confirmed the rtionship of online friends as of five minutes ago. [What have you done in the past 20 minutes? Dating your right hand in the bathroom?] This friend, your stamina probably cannotst too long. As for what I did... Ji Zhiyao continued to put on a straight face. Constipated. Chapter 18 - Was it because he tended to look rather kind?

Chapter 18: Was it because he tended to look rather kind?

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios After doing the activity of resenting the heavens and earth, taunting thements whichsted a good two hours, until there was only a table of fiery red crayfish shells left, Ji Zhiyao turned off the livestream fully satisfied and contented. Then, he started cleaning up the mess. After washing his hands, he thought for a minute, pulled out his phone, and intentionally held it further. Then, he very uncaringly swept a look at Weibo. ... That message seemed to have sunken to the bottom of the ocean. Ji Zhiyao then slowly stuffed his phone back into his pocket and prepared to head upstairs. Just as his feetnded on the first step, turning sounds came from the front door. Ji Zhiyao turned back instinctively to see Ji Qingge enter with her tongue stuck out. Im dying from the heat. The moment Ji Qingge entered the house, she saw Ji Zhiyao standing on the stairs with his butt stuck out. She kicked off her shoes, running in while calling out loudly. Brother, what are you doing? Going upstairs to lie down for a while. Ji Zhiyao turned back, continuing to walk up the stairs. A few stepster, he was shouted at to stop again. Brother, dont move! Ji Qingge came flying from the dining room as if she was stepping with two enhanced firewheels. She stared right in his direction. Brother, there are no more popsicles! Ji Zhiyao was panic-stricken by her gaze. Stepping back and waving his hands, he frantically said, Go out and buy some more if there are none left... Dont look at me like that! In this weather, just stepping out of the house can get a person half-cooked. Even if you stare at me like this, I wont go out and buy it for you! Brotheeeer... Ji Qingge pouted. The little girl who has just beenundered in physics questions needs the salvation of a bowl of fruit shaved ice. Little girl my a**! Ten minutester, Ji Zhiyao left the house with a bunch of spare change. Braving the sun that had yet to set, he rebuked in his heart Ji Qingges entire girls who be tanned wont be able to get married theory thoroughly with a dreary expression on his face. Ji Zhiyaos favorite fruit shaved ice was the one from the ce located on the fourth story of Silver ce. Since he was already out, he was not going to let her settle for less, so he took a cab directly to Silver ce Shopping center and went to the dessert shop on the fourth story to wait for arge bowl of fruit shaved ice. In the waiting process that was exceptionally boring, Ji Zhiyaos vision went around his surrounding again and again, not finding anything interesting. He stopped looking and coincidentally saw a young man entering the shop at this point. The face beneath the cap was somewhat familiar. Thus, Ji Zhiyao took a few more nces at him. What was unexpected was that the man turned back, and both of them made direct eye contact. He was suddenly enlightened. It was Mix battleteams jungler, Xiao. While Ji Zhiyao could not help but mutter deep in his heart if he had formed some indissoluble bond with the Mix battleteam, he smiled at Xiaos direction as a form of acknowledgment. Xiao also smiled back. His smile had a shyness that did not match therge flowery pants on him. He quickly turned back and recited his orders to the waiter. Just as Ji Zhiyao thought that this encounter was ending right here, Xiao had finished ordering and walk right towards this table. Can I sit here? Ji Zhiyao instinctively nced at all the empty tables around and then smiled. Of course you can, brother Xiao. Brother Xiao was the Mix battleteams fans term of endearment for Xiao. It was very obvious that he was stunned after hearing this form of address, and after studying Ji Zhiyao carefully for a few seconds, he replied apologetically. I also find you a little familiar, but I cant remember anymore. My bad. Ji Zhiyao was also surprised. It was not that he had a very exaggerated thought that all the professional yers should know him. What he was curious about was that since Xiao had not recognized him, then why had he asked to sit with him? Was it because he tended to look rather kind? Chapter 19 - You actually still have fans...

Chapter 19: You actually still have fans...

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios However, Xiao quickly provided an answer. He pointed at Ji Zhiyaos wrist and said, This wristband was a fanmade support item that was released a year ago when Chinese Summer made it to the Heroes international league. One look and I could I guess that you were an eSports enthusiast. Ji Zhiyao nced at the blue and white support wristband with fading colors on his wrist and understood immediately. He nodded his head with a harmless smile. I did fall into the pit of eSports at that time. His eyes darted around, and he suddenly saw that Xiaos wrist was bounded a white bandage. Restraining his expression a bit, he asked, Brother Xiao, youre injured? ying professionally, there will often be hand injuries. Xiao waved his hand indifferently as if wanting to change the topic. You want an autograph? Although Ji Zhiyao was not considered a legitimate Mix battleteam fan, for autographs, why not. Hence, he grinned and replied yes. Standing up to ask for paper and pen from the cashier, he ced them before Xiao. Whereas Xiao had not expected Ji Zhiyao to be so straightforward, he had to think for a couple of seconds after taking the pen from him and signed a Xiao. After signing the word, he added another Mix.Xiao below. Both Chinese and English were there, although a little crooked, and it was not hard to see how serious the owner of the handwriting was. Thank you, Brother Xiao. Ji Zhiyao thanked him formally, removed his phone case, and under Xiaos dumbfounded gaze, stuffed the signed little card in. As he returned the pen and paper, therge bowl of fruit shaved ice was also ready. Ji Zhiyao lifted the stic bag and walked back to the table. He smiled. Brother Xiao, my food is ready. If you dont mind, can I add you on WeChat to talk to youter? Dont worry, I definitely will not reveal it. Xiao also took quite a liking to him, so hearing that, he picked up his phone. While looking for the QR code, he said, Even if you reveal it, nobody would want it. Both of them added each other on WeChat. Ji Zhiyao was worried that the shaved ice would melt, so after exchanging a few more words, he said goodbye and left. Xiao was left staring and bored at the counter. After a few minutes, he heard a familiar voice by his ear. Still not done? Xiao turned around and straight away kept whistling at the person before him. If Ji Zhiyao were still here, he might suspect that the shy boy he had actually seen was a ghost. Captain, why are you up here? Got out of the car for a smoke. Mo Huaifeng was concise with his words. While at it, came to see if your hand will break from carrying seven to eight portions of shaved ice and cake. ... My hand is injured, not crippled. Xiao muttered softly, obviously not daring act rashly before the teams dictator. Very quickly, he seemed to have thought of something, suddenly bing excited. Captain, I met a fan gank earlier! He even initiated to add me on WeChat! Xiao danced with joy while stretching out his phone screen. Mo Huaifeng lowered his head a little, slightly mocking. You actually still have fans... He spoke until here and stopped abruptly. Mo Huaifeng looked at the so-called Xiaos fans MelonRind disy picture and username MelonRind, and he suddenly narrowing his eyes. This is your fan? Xiao, who had not met a fan gank in ten thousand years, was a little pleased, even though he knew in his heart that Ji Zhiyao had not specially nned to gank him at all. It was just a coincidental encounter, but this did not hinder him one bit from gaining confidence. Yeah, he even asked for my autograph and left happily. Very well. Mo Huaifeng used his teeth to bite on the cigarette in his mouth. What appeared in his mind was the scene of a certain someone wanting to change his perception towards gaming. Some thoughts that he had before suddenly took on an interesting turn. Chapter 20 - “I don’t use Weibo much, my WeChat is DB.MHF, let’s add each other.”

Chapter 20: I dont use Weibo much, my WeChat is DB.MHF, lets add each other.

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao threw the shaved ice directly to Ji Qingge, who was very pleased, and headed upstairs. He took a shower, changed his clothes, and sat on his bedside. The Weibo private message that had not been replied to since before he left the house was still on his mind, so Ji Zhiyao picked up his phone, went onto Weibo, and realized that there was already a reply. [Mix.FiV: I have a nephew. He likes to y as a jungler, but he always drags his team down and is bothering me to find him a teacher/master. Do you have time?] [Mix.FiV: In return, I can form a team with you to train often.] Ji Zhiyao was originally not very interested, but Fi-gods promise of forming a team to train was extremely tempting. He typed. [IndefiniteFutureV: ... Fi-god, did the ADC and jungler of Mix battleteam break off all ties?] If not, leaving professional yer Xiao alone and requesting him, an unknown little broadcaster, was weird. [Mix.FiV: He has no patience. We also have stipted training timings.] If its like this. Ji Zhiyao thought of his vacation that still had an entire month left, and this way it did seem like he had more free time. Use this period of time to bring Fi-gods nephew to the peak of his life. Simply thinking about it gave him a great sense of achievement. Ji Zhiyao was also rather careless and had not pondered why Fi-god had suddenly pulled a thing like this. He replied right away. Alright then, Im okay. [Mix.FiV: I dont use Weibo much. My WeChat is DB.MHF. Lets add each other; afterward, whenever you want to train, just reach me on WeChat.] Really not knowing what to reply, Ji Zhiyao speechlessly stared at the WeChat ID on the screen. Were the people of Mix battleteam all so trusting of him? Not one bit afraid that he might sell their contact details? He opened WeChat and added a friend. Probably because Fi-god was already waiting on WeChat after sending that message, the friend request was quickly epted. Ji Zhiyao typed: [Fi-god?] [DB.MHF: Its me.] [DB.MHF: If you dont mind, Ill give your WeChat ID to my nephew.] [MelonRind: Sure, its more convenient for me and little disciple to contact each other directly.] [DB.MHF: Mm.] [DB.MHF: I havent thanked you for the matter this morning.] Ji Zhiyao blinked slowly. It took him quite a while to understand that Fi-god was referring to the trivial matter of the influencer using him to gain attention, and he replied: [Mainly because that person made me out to be so girly through her screenshots, I couldnt tolerate that. Making things clear was just done in passing. Fi-god, you dont have to take it to heart.] [DB.MHF: Even so, I should still thank you.] Ji Zhiyao mulled. Fi-god seemed to be less aloof than the way he acted in games. He was actually quite amiable and approachable. Hence, he directly voiced out his question. [MelonRind: Fi-god, may I ask what is the meaning of your WeChat ID?] A few secondster, the other party replied. [DB.MHF: Duiba 1 , Mo Huaifeng.] ... Fi-gods name was Mo Huaifeng. He did remember that. Only he did not expect that Fi-gods WeChat ID... would be so blunt. This person seemed to be rather different from how he had imagined him to be. Separated by the screen, Mo Huaifeng also had no idea what Ji Zhiyaos exact thoughts were. He only typed: [My nephew just added you. You want to check?] Ji Zhiyao came back to his senses, backed out of the conversation screen, and indeed found that he had one unread message in his contacts. [WorldsBestJungler wants to be your friend.] Ji Zhiyao looked at the ID with his lips slightly twitching. A look at this name leads one to think of a cocky little child who dreams of saving mankind every day. Furthermore, Fi-gods nephews dream seemed to be even more unrealistic than saving mankind. Ji Zhiyao tapped Agree. A few secondster, a message came from the other party. [WorldsBestJungler: Uncle NoHomo, hello~] Chapter 21 - You dont have to worry Fi-god, I will guide him well and help him to fulfill his dream.

Chapter 21: You dont have to worry Fi-god, I will guide him well and help him to fulfill his dream.

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Seeing the two words Uncle NoHomo, Ji Zhiyao almost threw his phone out. [MelonRind: ...] [MelonRind: What is this nonsense? Address me as master!] [WorldsBestJungler: Do I get a wee gift?] ... Indeed, they were uncle and nephew, but one was blunter than the other. He sent a 66 yuan red packet through WeChat, for his little disciple to get some snacks. Sure enough, his little disciple was obedient after receiving the red packet, brightly addressing him as master each time he spoke. Ji Zhiyao then advised him on some minor things and found his chat with Mo Huaifeng. Then, he typed: [Already added your nephew. You dont have to worry Fi-god, I will guide him well and help him to fulfill his dream.] [DB.MHF: ... Thanks. Set a time to y a few matches?] [MelonRind: Tomorrow morning, Ill be livestreaming. How about in the afternoon?] [DB.MHF: Okay, drop me a text before starting.] [MelonRind: Alright.] The two peoples friendly exchange officially ended. Ji Zhiyao left his chat with Fi-god extremely satisfied and then opened the chat with little disciple again. He first changed the contact name that was hurting his eyes and then opened the images that little disciple had sent. What he had let little disciple send were screenshots of his matches results history andmonly used champions. Since he had promised Fi-god to help his nephew, he would definitely do his best. Only, Ji Zhiyao took a few looks and becamepletely silent. [MelonRind: You exin to me, what is this sh** of using a mage to y a jungler?] [MelonRind: You are a jungler, and yet you keep snatching the bottomnes minions... be d your ADC isnt your uncle or you wouldnt be able to see tomorrows sun.] [MelonRind: What is the difference between your set of jungling equipment and a supports set of equipment? Can you even deal damage?] [MelonRind: ... Little boy, I think you should just address me as Uncle NoHomo.] Beyond the screen, Ji Zhiyao covered his eyes, wishing for death. He began to consider how big the possibility of him not being the master of Fi-gods nephew was and whether Fi-god would smother him when he found out. The children nowadays are so full of dreams that they dare to use anything. When he first got into Heroes, if he did not know how to match his equipment, he would go online to search for rmended builds by professional yers; if he did not know how to jungle, he would watch rmended videos and live tutorials again and again, fearing that he had aspects where he could not do well and would drag his teammates down. Although he was quite burdensome, he was still much better than this great nephew. Ji Zhiyao finished recalling his memories, picked up his phone again, and realized that the opposite party was having breakdown. [Little disciple: I know I dont y well, but my uncle says that I am very talented. Master, you cannot deny this fact.] [Little disciple: I will do my best to stop bing a burden.] [Little disciple: If I could y well, why would I need to find a master...] Reading until thest line, Ji Zhiyao somehow felt that it was very reasonable. If little nephew could y as a good jungler, he would have dominated Heroes. What need would there be for him to find a master and learn? [MelonRind: Im joking, dont be upset, I was very unskilled when I first started too.] [MelonRind: But Im going to say this first, if you want to be my disciple, you have to listen and be good. Start learning from the beginning. If youre disobedient, I wont teach.] The other end of this WeChat conversation. Vaguely showing a small smile, Mo Huaifeng looked at the two lines. Captain! K flew over frantically, jumping on his back. Let me use your WeChat! Im going to send a text to Yuan Wei to get him to bring back two boxes of hot strips. Wheres your own phone? Well, my words dont work well. Last time, Yuan Wei chided me for making the whole base foul and stuffy. K shook Mo Huaifengs chair several times. We need the team dictator to step up for this matter. Captain, do you not want to eat? Mo Huaifeng thought for a minute with his head tilted and then opened WeChat. He fiddled for a while and then passed his phone to K. Ks eyes were sharp. Captain, whats up with you, creating a second WeChat ount? Picking up girls? Cut the crap, do you want to eat or not? Yes, yes, yes! Dont worry, Captain. WorldsBestJungler is it? As long as you are not in the jungle during tournaments, I will definitely protect your dream! I didnt see anything! Chapter 22 - World’sBestJungler’

Chapter 22: WorldsBestJungler

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao read through his little disciples information for a little while, failing to analyze much from it. He went straight tounch Heroes, created a room, and invited little disciple in for a match againstputer bots. Little disciples game username was also WorldsBestJungler. Just by looking at it, Ji Zhiyao felt sorry for him. [HasMelonRindBeenGayToday: Little disciple, the first step of listening to master: first change your username. If you dont have the name change card, master will give it to you.] [WorldsBestJungler: Isnt this username very intimidating?] [HasMelonRindBeenGayToday: ... This is not a matter of whether its intimidating or not.] [HasMelonRindBeenGayToday: Beautiful aspirations should be deeply imprinted in your mind. If you write it out so openly, if someone fulfills your dreams before you, who will you cry to?] [WorldsBestJungler: That seems to make sense. Ill make a change then.] Ji Zhiyao let out a smile gratifyingly. Indeed a good child, so easy to pacify. He twisted open the cap on the bottle of water before him and gulped a mouthful. Before he could swallow, he looked across the screen, and with a burst, everything spurted out. [IHaveABigDarling: Hows my new username?] [HasMelonRindBeenGayToday: ... As long as youre happy.] Ji Zhiyao drew some tissues and wiped the screen. Stretching his neck for a bit with a lingering fear, he typed: [Convenient to use a mic? Cant type often in the game.] [IHaveABigDarling: Okay, Ill go get my ear-mic.] Ji Zhiyao put on his ear-mic as well. His eyes were focused on the screen. Ji Zhiyao had initially thought that fetching an ear-mic was a very quick thing but had unexpectedly waited for almost ten minutes. Just as his index knuckle was boringly knocking the table, little disciples mic logo lighted up. At the same time, a voice sounded. Hi, master. A soft boyish voice, probably a child around ten years old. Ji Zhiyao sat upright, somehow feeling that something was not very right but could not put a word to it. He could only ask casually. What took you so long? I have never used a mic when ying previously and forgot where I kept it. Okay, lets start the match. Ji Zhiyao clicked Enter Match. The room he chose was for a 3v3, but there were only two of them, so they still needed to match up with one more teammate. A few secondster, the team match up was done. Although the opponents wereputer bots, most people who yed this mode did it to practice champions. Just in case, Ji Zhiyao entered a simple line in the open chat: Guiding a disciple, excuse us. The other teammate did not reply. It appeared that he did not mind. Hence, Ji Zhiyao brought his disciple and began conquering the jungle. He had no experience of guiding someone and could only exin in detail from the beginning. The first wave of red and blue buffs are usually first taken by junglers and is used to grow gold. However, there are also situations where sometimes people counter jungle and try to take your red and blue buffs. At this point, not only does it require your prediction awareness, but also good cooperation with teammates. Prediction awareness? Master, can you teach me that? On the screen, the assassin stopped walking. Ji Zhiyaos slightly troubled voice promptly sounded. Awareness cannot be taught. When you have yed for a long time, you will naturally be able to get it. Then I shall not be anxious about it and just slowly foster it. The bottom of Ji Zhiyaos eyes carried a slight trace of a smile, and he started another round of exnations. He gave up the whole jungle to his little disciple while he took minions and guided. A few matchester, Ji Zhiyao had exined the current general condition for a jungler and the basic rules of ying as one. Little disciplesprehension seemed to be not too bad, and his handling was also much better than it was at the beginning. Chapter 23 - Flag and what not, it’s all fake.

Chapter 23: g and what not, its all fake.

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios While this led to Ji Zhiyao feeling gratified, at the same time, he could not help but feel a little proud of himself. In such a short period of time, little disciples handling improved so much. Does this not show that he had done a rather good job in guiding him? Ji Zhiyao had not gloated for long when he looked up from spacing out and realized that little disciple whom he had just thought was taught well had been killed by the blue buff. ... g and whatnot, its all fake. Hepletely emptied all the nonsensical thoughts, immersing himself in teaching his little disciple to jungle. Another couple of matches ended, and it was almost 9 pm. Ji Zhiyao directly sent a WeChat voice message to his little disciple. Its gettingte. Children should sleep early in order to grow tall. You can continue to learn when you have time, okay? What made Ji Zhiyao a little surprised was that his little disciple, though young, was very obedient. He had no desire for indulging in gaming, and his reply was straightforward: [Okay, goodnight, master.] Ji Zhiyaos affection for little disciple naturally grew. Yet, in the next second. Oh yes, master, Ive just passed 14 years old, but Im almost 1.8 m tall. I dont think I need to be anxious about growing tall. ... Ji Zhiyao, who was 1.83 m at 18 years old, stared at the text. How infuriating. He rolled his eyes at his phone and did not reply. Exiting WeChat, he left hisputer on standby mode and prepared to go find something to eat. Although he had ate lunch, he was already hungry by now. Downstairs, the ginger-colored lights in the hall were very dim, and only the drawing room had two small lights turned on. Ji Zhiyao made a detour to go past the entryway, seeing only Ji Qingges and his own shoes on the floor. His parents had note home, and it seemed like they were on duty again. Ji Zhiyao turned past a corner, walking into the dining room. There was nothing much to eat on the table, but he found a te of warm instant dumplings in the rice cooker. It was very obvious that they were intentionally left behind by Ji Qingge when she had her dinner. Ji Zhiyao picked up a dumpling and threw it into his mouth. While the fragrance of celery and pork spread in his mouth, he looked up, squinting at the faint light filtering through under the door of Ji Qingges room on the second story. Ten minutester, he opened that door. Ji Qingge was leaning on her study desk, writing vigorously, with a small light above her head. Hearing the door open, she did not look back and only said, You dont eat when its time to. Even when I went to knock on your door, you didnt hear. You only know toe out when youre hungry. Have you eaten? Yes, I ate. Ji Zhiyao, appearing disdainful, ced the warm milk that he had been holding lightly on her desk. Why are you are so naggy? If you continue like this, you wont be able to get married. Stop bothering me. Ji Qingge rolled her eyes in contempt while facing the ceiling, picked up the milk, and finished it at once. Then, she spoke with a milk mustache. I went for a stroll on your Weibo when I was idle earlier, and after a simple calction, the ratio of the number ofments inviting you toe out of the closet to those asking you to be their boyfriends is approximately 7:3. As can be seen, it doesnt matter whether I can get married or not. Anyway, you should be able to. Ji Qingge, you are ridiculous. Ji Zhiyao adeptly grabbed the cor of her pajamas and, through a chink, managed to make clear the book that she was reading. His smile became a little evil. Student Ji Qingge, I sincerely wish that you will fail every single chemistry test in the first semester of year 3. Ji Qingge struggled with all her might, like a raging cat. Stop bullshitting, I can almost memorize my chemistry books already. How is it possible to fail? You get out now! The next time I ever leave a dumpling for you, Ill call you dad! Ji Zhiyao twitched his mouth and loosened his grip. Ji Qingge fell back on her butt into her chair and turned around ring furiously at him. Ji Zhiyao shrugged unaffectedly, picked up the empty milk ss, and went out the door. Chapter 24

Chapter 24: [I feel that your nephew is very gifted, his subsequent growth needs to rely on his own realizations]

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao washed the ss and returned back to his room. To a qualified Inte-addict youth, this timing was obviously the optimal time for activity. He turned on hisputer as usual and went onto a website, and there showed todays newest videos and information. He opened the videos ording to an inverse order while at the same time he took out a thick notebook from the shelf. Very serious in his viewing, he would write or calcte in his book from time to time. From an amateur yer a year ago, he was able to advance to the gaming broadcaster with some fame that he was today. Persisting in watching videos every day and making notes was only a small part of the reason. Ji Zhiyao watched the videos for around two hours and then carefully went through the notes that he had written before contentedly switching off theputer and lying into his nket with his phone. Staying up had be a habit, and although it was almost 12 midnight, he did not feel very sleepy. After scrolling Weibo, he went to Tieba forum, followed by Qzone, and then WeChat Moments. As he had added several new friends on WeChat, even the style of his Moments page had be slightly different from before. The very first status was by Mixs jungler Xiao: Shocking! Mixs manager actually led the whole team gathered to devour... hot strips! ording to reliable sources, a certain famous figure has gotten the team dictator to admit personally that hot strips to him were as attractive as roses to girls during Valentines Day! The attached image was two full boxes of hot strips, almost spilling out of the screen, and was a little stinging on the eyes. Ji Zhiyao sucked in his lips and liked the status, and his finger then scrolled downwards. The next status belonged to his little disciple: I got a master today! His skills are average, but he is a very nice person. If youre interested in buying, do it fast. ... Ji Zhiyao stared nkly at the screen. Was he a product on sale? Interested in buying, do it fast? Also, what did he mean by average skills? That was not what the rascal was saying when they were gaming in the afternoon. Ji Zhiyao gritted his teeth and jabbed open his chat with Mo Huaifeng. [MelonRind: Fi-god?] The reply came very quickly: [?] [MelonRind: I feel that your nephew is very gifted. His subsequent growth needs to rely on his own realizations and not finding a master.] Not long after. [DB.MHF: You saw his Moments?] For some reason, Ji Zhiyaos face that was half-hidden under the nket became rather embarrassed and restless. Although he had secretlye with the thought of wanting to tell tales when he approached Mo Huaifeng, being pointed out so openly... Did he not need his pride? [MelonRind: Moments?] [MelonRind: I dont usually use WeChat. If its something very important, Ill go take a look right now.] A bunch of lies that even Ji Zhiyao himself did not believe, yet Fi-god did not question him and only replied: [Dont take it to heart. A child does not know his limits. I have already lectured him earlier.] It was as if there were a spring fixed under Ji Zhiyaos butt, and he sat upright within a second. Hm? He forcefully rubbed both his eyes once more, and after ensuring that he had not read wrongly, continued to y the fool: [I went to see little disciples Moments earlier. We should take no offense at a childs babble, let alone what he said was right. Fi-god, you dont have to be too mindful.] [DB.MHF: Its fine, he should learn.] [DB.MHF: The team is having a discussion with the stats analyzer to match lineups. If theres anything, lets talk tomorrow.] [MelonRind: Alright.] [MelonRind: If we have a chance to meet, Ill treat you to hot strips.] Ji Zhiyao dropped his phone and stared at the ceiling with his eyes wide open. Although there was no reason at all, he had a bizarre feeling in his heart, but it did not affect one bit of his good mood after learning that the rascal kid had been lectured. Also, Fi-god is really approachable. Ji Zhiyao happily closed his eyes. Yet, he did not consider at all just how the approachable Fi-godi in his eyes could have educated the little disciple, who had gone to bed a few hours ago. Chapter 25 - Voice chat?

Chapter 25: Voice chat?

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The next day, a certain person who could not fall asleep because he was too excited in the middle of the night ended up only crawling out of bed near noon. Harshly washing his face under the tap, Ji Zhiyao shook off the water droplets on his face. After using a towel to forcefully dry off, he was thenpletely awake. He was the only person at home again. Ji Zhiyao first had a change of clothes and headed out to the supermarket and bought a great heap of food. Then, he went home carrying a bulging stic bag. Back home, he posted on Weibo announcing his livestream. Filling the table with all the snacks, Ji Zhiyao pulled out his notebook and entered the livestream room. He watched the professional teams training tournaments from several months ago while eating the snacks and analyzing ys amidst coquettish talks. asionally, he would take down some notes of handling inspired by junglers in the videos. After watching two videos and having managed to fulfill the length for his livestream, Ji Zhiyao was also full. He ignored thements in the livestream room calling for him to game and show off some handling skills and directly quitted the software. In the next second, he indecisively picked his phone, checked it, and then ced it back on the table again with no reluctance, seriously watching the videos. More than half an hourter, the WeChat notification that was turned on to the loudest sounded. Ji Zhiyao dropped the remaining half bag of chips in his hand and looked at his phone screen. [DB.MHF: Just woke up, want to game?] ... It was almostte afternoon, and he just woke up. As expected from an Inte-addicted youth. Ji Zhiyao silently ranted in his heart, but the action of replying by his fingers was not slowed: [Okay, Ill log on now.] [DB.MHF: Hold on, Im starting an alternate ount. Ill invite you in a while.] Ji Zhiyao replied an Mm and thenunched the Heroes client. Just as he idly knocked the table for the 45th time, the screen before him popped up a text box [ dbmmmmmm has invited you to a match through username search. Do you agree?]. Ji Zhiyao knew the moment he saw the first two letters that this string of characters was Fi-gods alternate ount, and the first thing he did after entering the room was to add each other as in-game friends. [dbmmmmmm: Voice chat? More convenient.] [HasMelonRindBeenGayToday: Okay, Ill plug in my ear-mic.] Ji Zhiyao put the earphone wire into the jack. In between, for some unknown reason, his fingers even trembled, almost going crooked. After he was done with the earphones, he took a deep breath, and in the face of all the splutter in this mind such as Im actually going to voice chat with the top local ADC, I am the man standing above the shoulders of thousands and millions of fans, and If this gets out will I be beaten till my d*** is crooked sort of nonsensical thoughts, he turned on the ear-mic and called out tentatively. Fi-god? Then, he saw on the screen that the ear-mic sign of the other person in the room lighted up. The voice that came through in the ear-mic was a little cold. Mm. A manner that was neither near nor far was actually fitting of the aloof image that Mo Huaifeng had always been putting up. Ji Zhiyao was also not as idiotic as when he had first started voice chatting. When his whole person rxed, he just wanted to have fun, and his frivolous attitude was exactly as it usually was on livestream. Fi-god, are we starting? Hold on, there are people joining. Ji Zhiyao let out an oh, staring at the screen. A minuteter, he watched the three unknown people enter the room one after another. He was silent for a while, not knowing what to say. Especially when these unknown people began introducing themselves. [IAmkksFangirlTodayToo: Mix.K.] [fangkanbaba: Mix.Heng.] [fendatingbujian: Mix.Nuo.] [MelonRind: ...] [MelonRind: Um, hi bosses. if Mix battleteam is having a meeting, Ill leave first and give the space to Brother Xiao.] Chapter 26 - You are too white, almost transparent.

Chapter 26: You are too white, almost transparent.

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Just as he sent out that sentence, Ji Zhiyao very clearly heard in his ear-mic azy chuckle followed by Mo Huaifengs slightly sneering voice. Already said that its a man. ... The happenings on that side suddenly be a little chaotic as if a bunch of people initially crowding around an ear-mic then quickly spread out, with many regretful sighs amidst it all and even a man muttering. So what if its a man. Captain, are you having a misunderstanding about your stance of hitting on both guys and gals alike? ??? He vaguely heard Mo Huaifeng say, In the following month if you still want your blue buff, you better shut up. Then, sure enough, the other side aggrievedly kept quiet, not daring to make a sound. Mo Huaifeng then spoke simply into the ear-mic. Its not a team match. Xiao went to the hospital to check out his hand injury, so they wanted me to bring them up the ranks. His doubts were temporarily answered, and Ji Zhiyao let out an oh as an afterthought, selectively choosing to not understand the teasing of the other members of the Mix team. Then are we starting? Hold on, Ill get them to go on voice chat. Ji Zhiyaos question of what is there to voice chat when all of you are sitting next to each other in the same base had yet to be voiced out when three more male voices sounded in his earphones, so he just kept his mouth shut. ... He decided not to guess about the thoughts of the boss because he felt that even if he tried, he wouldnt understand. When everyone was in, Mo Huaifeng clicked Enter Match, and they were quickly matched with another team for a 5v5. Ji Zhiyao first locked onto an assassin in white, ensuring that all his abilities were in ce before zooming back out to observe the bosses. This observation... almost killed him. The first topner K was considered reasonable, having picked a champion that was not very tanky but still apetent champion. Midner Heng and support Nuo were different; one chose a moldy midne champion that nobody had used in a million years, which, ording to legends, did not only look dreadful but also had dreadful abilities and was probably the most unpicked hero in all the matches of Heroes; support Nuo... picked a crusty mage which had very high damage but could not tank damage at all and was probably specially to create trouble for Fi-god. When he shifted his vision to the ADC position on the fourth level, Ji Zhiyao became even quieter. What could feel worse than seeing your teammate pick out a champion with 0 matches yed in a ranked game? Looking at the four eye-stinging champions listening to the merry jesting and asionally obscenities, Ji Zhiyao even started to suspect whether Mo Huaifeng was doing this because he had told on little disciplest night and hence intentionally sought to strike him for revenge, telling his teammates to bring out the deathlybination that was stowed away. Ji Zhiyao quietly consoled himself deep down. This does not seem like something Fi-god would do. Then, he was pped in the face by his own words. It was as if even the atmosphere was ringing with the crisp and clear pping sounds. All was harmonious in the first few minutes of the match until the first wave of creeps appeared, and the world became not as adorable anymore. Ji Zhiyao first headed to the blue buff and began working on killing. While doing so, he caught a glimpse of the half-naked midner swaggering towards the defense turret. Originally a peaceful brush past, but once Ji Zhiyao was done with daddy blue, he turned back and directly witnessed Heng killing the thirdrgest creep in the left half of the jungle. Ji Zhiyao: ?? Hengughed wryly. Passing by, passing by. The assassin in white stood rooted for a few seconds, dejectedly shifting to the right jungle. He stepped into the bushes and headed to the red buff in the dark. Ji Zhiyao blinked and realized that the red buff beside him was gone. In the earphone, the culprit who took the first waves red buff wasposed, not sounding very apologetic. Forgot this was the first wave and didnt see youing for it either. Ji Zhiyao replied. I was such a big person rushing towards this side... Mo Huaifeng replied. You are too white, almost transparent. Ji Zhiyao: ?*%&/#!!! Chapter 27 - I acknowledge your masculinity.

Chapter 27: I acknowledge your masculinity.

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The jungler who dared to be angry but did not dare to vocalize it looked across their jungle, which barely had anything left, and then nced at his gold that was already falling behind by several hundreds and his level that was slow to advance. He then went straight to the opposite jungle boiling with fury, nning to snatch creeps. Unfortunately, he was too furious,pletely forgetting that all the alternate ounts of Mix battleteam were Challenger ranks. This meant that the opponents were also yers of such ranks. While Ji Zhiyao had not advanced at all at this point, even if he wanted to use dirty tricks, there was no way to do so, and his strength did not match up to his will. This also led to him almost being battered by the opposite ADC and jungler. Fortunately, Ji Zhiyaos reaction was still fast, having bought boots in advance. Together with his various kinds of teasing maze-like movements, he finally managed to escape safely, retreating to a certain distance. But in the eyes of the opponents jungler and ADC, Ji Zhiyao, who was currently only level two, was for sure a defenseless ATM. Hence, they continued to give chase, and it seemed that they did not n to let him off. Ji Zhiyao kept retreating, but the opponents kept chasing. They were almost going beyond the opponents territory, as he was almost back in their own jungle, when the white assassin made use of his newly attained ability and flickered to the right. At this moment, Mo Huaifengs marksman, as if sharing telepathy with Ji Zhiyao, jumped out of the blue. Swoosh swoosh swoosh, and several arrows flew out, sessfully stunning both of the opponents while dealing explosive damage. Coincidentally, Ji Zhiyao had finished off two minions at the side and sessfully leveled up. He then jumped forward and used his ability to stun the opponents, and after that, it was Mo Huaifengs individual handling show. Although Mo Huaifeng was with a champion that he had never used before, once he became proficient with its abilities, he was as familiar with the champion as a biological dad was with his son. The jungler-ADC duo with a set of cooperative in sync actions swiftly reduced the health of the opponents. Mo Huaifeng lifted his hand, preparing for thest wave of attack to harvest the skulls. A few seconds before, a man who was still unmoving and unwilling to waste a single ability, Ji Zhiyao suddenly raged and, with two normal attacks, took the opponents wretched lives. Mo Huaifeng: ? Hearing the unstoppable suppressedughter of the remaining three, Ji Zhiyao, who was almost finished by the enemies because he did manage to get the red buff and creeps, obviously was not aware of his mistake. Or he perhaps did realize but was not nning to admit to it. After taking the kills, Ji Zhiyao headed to the jungle, going straight for the second wave red buff which shouldve gone to Mo Huaifeng. In between, he glimpsed at the unmoving, seemingly disconnected ADC. His tone was a little light and airy as if he had seen through the vanity of the world. I somehow have to advance a little in case I get killed by the big and small dragons or red and blue daddies while jungling. Heng: HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA brother I acknowledge your masculinity! Nuo: I keep feeling like theres an extra air-conditioner next to me, save me baby is scared. K: Im just worried Captain would afk 1 ... My alternate ount just entered Challenger rank tier I, dont do this to me!!! However, what was more surprising was that Mo Huaifeng only coldly sneered into the ear-mic while the rest, who were shivering in fear, suddenly exploded into a set of exceptionally skillful handling, carrying the whole team, trashing until the opponents topner was doubting life. Whereas in the midst of such an atmosphere filled with sudden and perplexing changes, both the ADC and jungler got along harmoniously as if nothing ever happened and even worked together to take down the Dragon. The moment they pushed down the opponents crystal, this match which Ji Zhiyao had thought was a guaranteed loss was turned around by a sessfuleback through the mad handling of their teams ADC in all his rage. Ji Zhiyao shook out his wrists, revealing a pleased smile that was extremely youthful, and a half of his little canine tooth. Chapter 28 - No wonder I found him familiar.

Chapter 28: No wonder I found him familiar.

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The five of them yed match after match in this harmonious and merry atmosphere until the sun was about to set. Ji Zhiyao was rubbing his wrists waiting for a matchup when he suddenly heard another slightly familiar exasperated voice. Wow, I just went to the hospital and, on the way, went to get a wrist massage all in one afternoon, and you guys found a new teammate behind my back for a 5v5? ording to these words, Ji Zhiyao understood that the person who had just returned was Mix battleteams Xiao. Hence, he clicked on Cancel match-up and spoke into the ear-mic. Brother Xiao is back, I shall leave then. Anyway, Im hungry, nning to go make something to eat. Xiao called out. Dont leave. y another match and let me check out which little b**** you are! ... Ji Zhiyao recalled Xiaos shy smile. Perhaps realizing Ji Zhiyaos speechlessness, Mo Huaifeng looked up at Xiao, who appeared to be enraged but was actually grinning inside. Why, you want to watch a match then pretentiously give a round ofpliments and ck off from ying 5v5? Do you still have dreams? Xiao responded. ... Captain, youve changed. Mo Huaifeng replied with a scornful face. Yes, can you not tell that you are losing your status as the empress, while I n to raise the little concubine who has just entered the pce up the ranks? The three other people at the base cackled with amusement seeing Xiao acknowledging defeat. After a while, Mo Huaifeng and the four of them heard the voice from the ear-mic. All my friends, to avoid losing my life when my identity is exposed, Ill retreat first. Lets y again another day. Mo Huaifeng said, See you around, IndefiniteFuture. ... Watching the username, HasMelonRindBeenGayToday, quit the game like a bullied little girl, Mo Huaifeng looked up once more, meeting eyes with the nked-out Xiao. Mm. My future little reserve, inte star the little broadcaster? Mo Huaifeng nodded, thought for a minute, and added. Also the new contact in your WeChat, the one called MelonRind. Xiao eximed, ??? Damn no wonder I found him familiar! Mo Huaifeng spun in his chair, changing to a position where his butt was facing Xiao. I recorded a video. Come and take a look. Xiao put away all the messy information that had just been put into his mind and leaned forward to watch Mo Huaifengs video. After more ten minutes, he gave his firstment. Do you see that after he finishes off the first wave of creeps, there is a period time with slight radicalization? If that is made use of well, then itll be easy to control the rhythm, but if the timing is off, itll end up outrightly gifting the opponents gold. Mo Huaifeng nodded and pointed his jaw, signaling Xiao to watch on. Xiao, with his butt stuck out, reached out, grabbed a stool, and then kept a fixated gaze on screen until the video ended. His fingers touched his jaw. Cant really tell much. In order to analyze his style, I need to watch more videos. What about the others? Handling is average, if ced amongst professional junglers, hell be in the middle, but his awareness and vision of the big picture are very strong, and his instincts are also quite scary, Xiao said. If we decide on him to be the reserve, I wont be too surprised. Although everyone in our team has this awareness and vision of the overall situation thing, having a jungler who can control the whole match will make things easier. Mm. Xiao turned to look at the captain, who remained neutral. Captain, what is the meaning of mhm? Still not intending to sign him? Im this close to carving the words I would like a sessor on my face! Scanning through the globalpetitive scene, its really hard to find yers like you who initiates giving up his position. ... Facing Xiaos grudging gaze, Mo Huaifeng slowly squinted at him, and the harsh angle that his thin lips curled into slightly restrained. Signing him is a definite thing, Theres still one year before the national qualifiers, so well first unconsciously influence his ying style. Xiao rolled his eyes and bickered. Captain, why are you so sure that you would be able to sign him. Arent you scared of having to take back your words? Mo Huaifeng instantly looked toward him, and Xiao read a very obvious line from his expression: When he has been signed, remember to apologize and, while at it, address me as your father ... He turned away as if nothing happened, pretending that he did not understand anything. Not once did it ur to him that, in the near future, his words would be a prophecye true. Chapter 29 - Being Like This Saddens Me

Chapter 29: Being Like This Saddens Me

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios A monthter. 10:30 PM. Ji Qingge swung her legs while sitting on the desk. With her mouth crunching on potato chips, she stretched out her fingers to direct. Did you leave out anything? Certificate of graduation, letter of admission, letter of eptance, two-inch photograph, identity card... got everything? Not too far away, Ji Zhiyao, who was squatting before the luggage bag, suddenly stood up. Forgot my graduation certificate. What can you remember? All you know is to bring yourptop bag and camera. Ji Zhiyao walked to the study desk as if he did not hear her, and after rummaging through a row of neat books and making a mess, he still did not find what he was looking for. With thest row left to go through, he nced at Ji Qingge, who was blocking the books, and dragged her off the desk mercilessly. Going too far there. Ji Qingge rolled her eyes. Ji Zhiyao yanked out the graduation certificate that he managed to dig out, reaching it out before her and shaking it, but spoke about another matter. Ji Qingge, I hope that when Ie back, I will be able to see you slimmed down. Ji Qingge lifted her leg and kicked him, seeming rather unwilling to regard him. Yet when Ji Zhiyao zipped up his luggage bag, she could not help it and spoke up. Brother, can you bring with you some skincare products? No matter how they useless they are, you should at least bring a sunblock. If you be as tanned as ck charcoal after military training, who would want to watch your livestream. Do you not have any idea? That seems to make sense. I always thought that I became famous because of my skills. You make me very sad. Ji Zhiyao reached his hand out towards Ji Qingge. Ji Qingge uncaringly gave him several eye-rolls and then unwillingly ced the two bottles of sunblock that she had hidden behind her back on his hand. Its important to know ones own limitations. Ji Zhiyao lifted his hand and flicked her forehead. Seeing that he finished packing, Ji Qingge picked up the potato chip bag and prepared to leave. I have lessons tomorrow, so I shall not go send you. Anyway, theres nothing much to send when its right outside our house. Go for your lessons, no need to bother about me. Ji Zhiyao paused and said with no expression, Study well. If I find out that youre in an early rtionship, I will break your dog head. ... Worry about yourself first. Ji Qingge left such a line and slipped away very quickly. Closing the door, Ji Zhiyao pushed the not-too-big luggage case to the back of the door, then simply tidied up the cluttered closet and desk before lying on his back in his bed, and picked up his phone. [DB.MHF: Lets talk about it when you have the time.] [DB.MHF: Your school is very close to the Mix base. Twenty minutes ride. You cane at usual times.] Ji Zhiyao scrolled up and looked at the text he had sent to Mo Huaifeng saying that he could not y for these two days and then replied: [The training base is even open to outsiders?] [DB.MHF: Outsiders are officially prohibited, but you are a special case.] [MelonRind: ?] [MelonRind: Is it because I look better than other fans who gank the base?] [DB.MHF: Are you sleepwalking?] [MelonRind: ...] Ji Zhiyao recalled the photograph of Mo Huaifeng that he had seen before. Even if the fans captured him in an unguarded moment, he was still a handsome blur. Thus, there was no way to be thick-skinned and forcefully call himself handsome. He then asked: [Then?] [DB.MHF: Familiar.] [MelonRind: Do you still remember a few days ago when we continuously lost the ranked matches and you guys said that we will not meet anymore?] [DB.MHF: Then donte.] [MelonRind: ...] Ji Zhiyao stared at the screen for a few seconds and silently deleted a text. [MelonRind: I report tomorrow. I have close to a week before the military training, so Ille over then?] [DB.MHF: Okay, let me know before you do. Ill order a luxurious takeaway beforehand.] [MelonRind: ...] Ji Zhiyao threw his phone aside with an indifferent his expression. Chapter 30 - 1308

Chapter 30: 1308

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The next day, Ji Zhiyao slept until he woke up naturally. His school was in City S itself, 40 plus kilometers away. He was not the least bit worried that he would bete to report. Getting out of bed and having changed his clothes, Ji Zhiyao went downstairs with his luggage. Ji Qingge had already left for school, and his parents, who worked an extra night shiftst night, were eating. Seeing Ji Zhiyaoe down, his father pulled a tissue to wipe his mouth. Wait for me for a moment, Ill drive you there. Ji Zhiyao waved his hand. Its okay, its not like I dont know how to collect my bedding. Look at the dark circles on your faces, its better to stay home and have a good rest. Aside, a soft smile showed on his mothers slightly exhausted face. Okay, remember to call home if you need anything. Mm. Ji Zhiyao changed his shoes at the entryway after bidding farewell, left the house, and headed straight for the bus stop. S University was in the suburbs, and it usually took one to two hours by bus to reach. However, today, there were a lot more students grouping together and heading to several universities to report. The roads were filled making it seem like a sea of vehicles, and the bus took a whole three and a half hours before arriving at the entrance of the school. Ji Zhiyao shook his drowsy head and alighted with his luggage. Walking beneath the flourishing green trees, he felt as if the fumes from the vehiclesing to and fro were being filtered away, and the air was much fresher. Ji Zhiyao slightly squinted his eyes, looking towards the interior of S University. S University was an old school. He had been here a few times when he was still in middle school. The sight before him ovepped with the scene in his memory from a years ago. Other than being a little greener, having some buildings renovated and an extra row of tables to Wee new applicants outside the school gate, there were not many changes. He dragged his luggage and walked over. The one to receive him was a female senior in a white skirt with an innocent appearance. Are you a freshman here to report? Which faculty are you under? The senior looked up. The surprise and shyness that appeared at once in her eyes were especially eye-catching. Ji Zhiyao nodded with a small smile. Senior, Im aw major freshman. Fromw. The senior muttered in annoyance. Such a good-looking little junior, and he isnt even in our faculty. Then, looking up, she pointed slightly regretfully in another direction. That male senior is in the same major as you. Go find him, and he will lead you to register and collect your bedding. Alright, thank you, senior. Turning around and ignoring them murmurs from the girls behind, Ji Zhiyao walked towards the senior in a male shirt who looked reserved, asking him to help show the way. And in the twenty plus minutes where the senior was leading the way, he was indeed as quiet as he appeared to be, When everything had been collected, the senior rejected Ji Zhiyaos good intention to treat him to a meal and left. Now on his own, Ji Zhiyao looked up the dorm number 1306 pasted on his key, carried his bedding and luggage, and headed right up. The dorm was a four-man room, and there were already two boys in 1306. Ji Zhiyao was the third. Ji Zhiyao threw his belongings on the bed beside the door, taking his pick between the two remaining beds. He greeted the others with a friendly expression. Hello, Im Ji Zhiyao, local of S City. If you guys want to go out to have fun but cant find a ce, feel free to ask me. Haha, thats great. The boy in blue short sleevesughed out. Im Yang Bing, from A City. The other boy in white short sleeves rubbed his head. He spoke with some ent and a rather honest smile. Im Ning Lichao, from J City. Ive never been here. The school is huge, I almost lost my way earlier. Ji Zhiyao and Yang Bing bothughed out kindly. Seeing that his aim of basic interaction with his dorm mates was achieved, Ji Zhiyao easily climbed onto the bed and starting tidying the bedding that was thrown on it earlier. When he was almost done, he vaguely heard the noise of the turning of luggage wheels and poked half of his head out from the bed to look. One nce, and he felt a little surprised. Chapter 31 - Forget it, I’d better focus on studying.

Chapter 31: Forget it, Id better focus on studying.

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The person who came was a little familiar. Ji Zhiyaos memory was considered not too bad, so he thought back for a few seconds and easily found the memory rted to this person. More than a month ago, Heroes Tournament, his teammate from the amateur team, icy ADC. S City has more than ten universities, and each university has several hundreds of specializations. Even so, to be ced into the same dorm, what kind of unfortunate affinity this was. Watching as the other partys almost expressionless mask crack and actually look surprised, Ji Zhiyao smiled, quickly jumping down from thedder. What a coincidence. Icy males face returned to the expressionless state, only nodding to him. Yang Bing said, Old Ji, you guys know each other? Met once by chance. Ji Zhiyao saw that icy male seemed like he did not really want to bring up this matter. Hence, he did not go on and, in turn, asked, Its almost 5 pm, so Im going to find something to eat. Want to go together? Sure, are we going to check out the canteen, or directly head out to look for a ce to eat? Yang Bings overly friendly arm was ced on his shoulder and the other on Ning Lichao. He suggested. I saw a row of snack shops when I went to the supermarket. Lets go try them. Ning Lichao smiled shyly. Im alright with anything. Lets discuss when were there? Ji Zhiyao asked and after receiving a unanimous reply, turned towards the person who had just put down his bedding. Brother, join us. He initially thought that icy male would not be willing to go with them. However, he did not think for long before agreeing. Locking up the dorm, the four boys walked out in a line. They had not walked far out, and Ji Zhiyao had sessfully found out the name of thest member of their dorm, Wen Heng. What was surprising to him was that though Wen Heng appeared to be more aloof, he was actually a case of cold hands, warm hearts. The four walked to the snack shop to have hotpot. Wen Heng unexpectedly remembered that Ning Lichao had casually mentioned that he could not take spice and asked for the waiter to prepare a double-vored hotpot. The four boys chatted as they ate, and by the end of the meal, while making their way back, they had already be close enough to casually hang their arms around each other. Yang Bing sighed deeply. Beforeing to university, although I had not imagined myself to be the best looking in the dorm, I also didnt expect to actually have two roommates who could be known as campus hunks. Isnt this giving me no ce to go? I was still hoping to quickly find a girl in university. One of the two who were used remained cold, whereas the other was grinning. You and Lichao are so very good-looking. Steady, you can do it. You can say that, but with the two of you, who would take a liking to me? After muttering that, Yang Bing leaned forward and lowered his voice. Are the both of you attached? Wen Heng was still rather expressionless and indifferent but shook his head in reply, whereas Ji Zhiyao had on a small smile, steadily squinted at Yang Bing, oddly giving him shudders. Forget it, Id better focus on studying. Ji Zhiyao smiled. Nothing wrong with that. They staggered along back to the dorm. Ji Zhiyao opened hisptop bag, bringing out hisptop and camera. cing the items down, he looked back at his dorm mates who were either ying with their phone,ptop or packing their stuff and spoke up a little, not knowing how to do it. Yang Bing, Lichao, Wen Heng, to be honest with you guys, Im a gaming broadcaster and I might do livestreams for two to three hours a day. I will try my best not to affect you guys, so please bear with me. Wen Heng had already vaguely guessed that he was a broadcaster much earlier, and with it being verified now, he did not say much and only nodded. Though Yang Bing and Ning Lichao were confused, they also subconsciously followed in nodding. Chapter 32 - What a play!

Chapter 32: What a y!

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao slightly lifted up the corner of his lips to express his thanks, then connected to the WiFi, and opened the livestream room. In a moment, the overwhelming number ofments drowned him. [My melonrind has finally appeared ahhhhhhhh!] [High alert ahead ] [MelonRind mommy loves you!] [How are you my melon,getting used to your school environment?] Im quite good. The school is very pretty, dorm environment is great, food is nice, and I get along well with my dorm mates. Ji Zhiyao read severalments one by one and then read out, Are there any good looking boys? There are, of course. My dorm mates are, and they are pretty good at gaming too. [I wish to see! I want to see!] [Whats with this tone full of pride and boastfulness?] [Son, you are still young. Even if the girls are pretty, you cannot date. Do you hear me?] [Why do I feel like MelonRind is about to turn gay...] [What a gay description.] The one who said I was so gay please take note, Im still here. Moderators, ban him ban him! Ji Zhiyao lifted his ear-mic with one finger, and after saying that, he suddenly realized that the screen was filled with arge amount of how gay, that virtually could not even be stopped by banning. The corner of his lips clearly twitched, and in the next second, he switched off the camera with a nk expression, only keeping an ear-mic. Amidst a heap of ??, he opened his mouth. Stop watching, so gay. Im afraid it might hurt your eyes. Fans: ... The camera was turned off, and Ji Zhiyao began to fear nothing. He thought of his little disciple that he had not contacted the entire day. [Little disciple,e. Master will bring you up the ranks.] There was a reply soon after: [LittleDisciple: Okay, master, Im inviting you.] Ji Zhiyao minimized the livestream room and opened Heroes. Little disciples invitation popped up after he logged on, and they entered a 3v3 match against bots as usual. Because his ear-mic was connected to the livestream room, he did not use voice chat with his little disciple. Ji Zhiyao locked the ADC position, giving the jungler position to his little disciple. In this month and more, he practiced ying the ADC position quite a lot. This would make it easier to leave the jungle to his little disciple and observe his level of skills in a real match. Ji Zhiyao controlled his champion to kill minions, but his vision was always on his little disciple. Little disciples early jungling went well until the second wave of creeps spawned. Ji Zhiyao noticed that the opposite jungler had silently made his way to their jungle. He did not type in the chat to warn him, and neither was he preparing to step forward to help. Instead, he stared at the screen with keen eyes, watching out for his little disciples reaction. He had guided him for a month, and in between, they had also met such situations. Previously, he would quietly enter the bush and rely on his handling to finish off the opponent, but he was not sure for his little disciple this time around... Under Ji Zhiyaos attentive gaze, the assassin in ck under the little disciples control moved. He experimentally took a small step in the direction of the solo-mid, and just as Ji Zhiyao thought that his little disciple was about to alert the enemy, the assassin in ck moved back in again, hiding even deeper in the bush. The opposing jungler was sure enough baited, jumping out. He just appeared and was harshly rooted to the ground by the assassins ability. Then, he struck violently. Little disciples handling was not that good, but his skill in connecting abilities was extremely strong, and the timing was chosen correctly too. It took next to no effort as he finished off the opposing jungler. In the next moment, his little disciple appeared to be unguarded as he moved inwards. Ji Zhiyao held his breath for a second. Another figure suddenly showed up in the bush. Little disciple had used his flicker ability in the almost same exact moment and shifted arge distance towards the midne. Yet, the opponent ADC continued to give chase, and just as he was about to jump on the little disciple, the little disciples cooldown for an ability ended, slowing the opponent for several seconds. In the next moment, their solo-mid sessful came from the back. With a burst of attacks, they took the second kill. Nice! Two people were preparing to ambush yet were killed in turn, what a y! Chapter 33 - Ji Zhiyao plays very well, dont be fooled by him.

Chapter 33: Ji Zhiyao ys very well, dont be fooled by him.

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios His little disciple was really very gifted! Ji Zhiyao loosened his fists that were tightly clenched from being excited earlier and sent a string of words on the open chat. [IHaveABigDarling: Master, did I y well just now?] He replied: [Well yed! Excellent!] [IHaveABigDarling: Yesterday, I watched my uncle y. He told me that it was too dangerous to move right in in such situations and that I should learn to make use of techniques and the help of my teammates. I tried to do that, and it turned out to be pretty useful.] Taught by Fi-god? Ji Zhiyaos hands that were on the keyboard were slightly lifted and ced below his chin. Perhaps, the next time he encountered such a situation, he could also consider... A match ended, the little disciple went to bed. Ji Zhiyao turned off the game and also closed the livestream room that was still filling withments. Resting with a hand beneath his chin and his eyeszily drooping down, it was very obvious that he was pondering over a question. He was thinking of the possibility of changing something like the little details of handling. Although Fi-god and he did not y the same position, things such as teamwork did not have anything to do with what position one yed in the first ce. Ji Zhiyao maintained the position for over ten minutes with Yang Bing behind him. Hearing that it was all quiet on his side, he finally dared to move over. Old Ji, I havent asked you. You said you were a gaming broadcaster. What game? Is it Heroes? Ji Zhiyao came back to his senses. Yes. Lets y together someday. When I first yed Heroes, Id always wanted to be a professional yer. Unfortunately, Im too lousy, and even till now, Im only at Master rank. Since you are able to livestream, you must y well. Help me help me. Ji Zhiyao saw Yang Bings hands rubbing together in excitement and said intentionally, Being a gaming broadcaster doesnt mean I am very good. I have more females fans than male fans, probably because Im quite good-looking. Yang Bings face was a deep purplish-red, simr to broiled eggnt, from holding back. ... Sorry for disturbing. The other two people in the dorm followed withughter. Wen Heng could not help and said quietly, Ji Zhiyao ys very well, dont let him fool you. Old Ji! I was just joking, joking. Ji Zhiyao patted Yang Bings shoulder. Let me know whenever you want to y, Ill fly with you anytime. Yang Bing was then satisfied. As they had been unpacking the whole day, everyone was rather exhausted and stopped ying around, took turns to wash up in the bathroom, and prepared to go to sleep. ... Mix battleteams base. Mo Huaifeng logged out of his alternate ount. His expression waszy as he walked to the refrigerator to grab a drink. The only thing left out of all the things that the domesticdy had sent this morning was carbonated drinks, causing Mo Huaifeng to feel a little troubled when he opened the refrigerator and saw thest can of Coke. He silently looked at the drinks section, then picked up the Coke, closed the refrigerator, and sat back before theputer as he drank. The support, Nuo, looked up from his game, curiously gazing at Mo Huaifengs other hand that was empty. Captain, wheres my drink? Your support is very overwhelmed right now, and he is in dire need of a bottle of iced c to sustain his life. This is thest one. If you want to drink, go out and get it yourself. Mo Huaifeng ced the half-drunk can in front, put on his ear-mic with a whole I am going to start ying and whoever disturbs me is looking for death manner, totally inhumane. Nuo did not dare to vocalize his anger and was toozy to head out. Thus, he opened the takeaway app and ordered twenty cups of iced Coke. The time was already 11 pm, and to professional yers like that, the night life had just begun. K, Xiao, and Heng in a team formed a 3v3bination, gaming while livestreaming, having a merry time. Whenever it came to the end of the month, Mix battleteam was always so. Whoever made it so that they had signed a contract with the livestream app and had to reach a fixed 30 hours of livestream duration each month, if the duration was not fulfilled, their pay would be deducted. Yet, usually everyone would be very rxed, and no one would be willing to log into the livestream room if it was not the end of the month. Chapter 34 - I heard Nx bought Korean reinforcements

Chapter 34: I heard Nx bought Korean reinforcements

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Whereas Mo Huaifeng was different. He himself was the biggest shareholder of the club and did not even need the bit of wages from being a professional yer and, hence, had not signed the livestream contract from the start. Livestream to him was non-existent. Time to time he would show up in the livestreams of his teammates, but that was only limited to when Mo Huaifeng was in a better mood. Thest time he had shown himself was the night when his cing on the world ADC rankings rose to number three. His Weibo ount was also a decoration. He habitually did not log on and habitually turned a blind eye to the fans who behaved unreasonably or acted cutely begging for replies. It was so difficult to be a fan of this person. Thus, his fans used all sorts of methods to gather all the information about him, practically even finding out all about his several alternate ounts in Heroes. Meanwhile, this dear Captain with no desires had currently entered a match, single rank, 1v1. An ount like his that was at the top of the rank cements would usually only be matched with another yer of simr level, and most of such yers were professional yers... Hence, Mo Huaifeng unsurprisingly was matched up with a familiar opponent, local Long Boots battleteams captain, solo mid, Xiaoye. Two years ago, during the previous national qualifiers, Mix and Long Boots were fighting for the spot in the international league. Mix battleteam won the tournament 3:2 with a weak advantage as Long Boots continued in hot pursuit after them, yet Long Boots had to regretfully bid goodbye to the international league. However, the rtions between the two battleteams became better due to their appreciation for each others skills, and they would gayly y together when they held training and performing matches from time to time. Therefore, when Mo Huaifeng saw the text that Xiaoye sent in the open chat, he was not in a hurry to start the match right then. [ctxsAlmightyYe: Fi-god, I think I saw Xiao at the hospital few days ago, did his hand injury suffer a rpse again?] [Mix.Fi: Mm, nothing too serious.] [ctxsAlmightyYe: Then I was worried about him for nothing for so long, Fi-god remember to pass on the message to Xiao. Get him to treat me to a meal.] [ctxsAlmightyYe: By the way, I heard Nx battleteam bought Korean reinforcements.] Mo Huaifengs slender fingers on the keyboard paused. Nx battleteam had been an all-Chinese team ever since they were formed four years ago. Although their team capability was not very strong, they were still one of the top eight teams in the national qualifiers, and every member was a yer with several years of professional experience. Why would they suddenly buy Korean reinforcements? [Mix.Fi: Whats going on?] [ctxsAlmightyYe: Sigh, didnt they not get into the top four in the national qualifiers two years ago? At that time, there were people starting things on Tieba and Weibo saying that Nxs topner and jungler could not y an unfavorable match and that their techniques were lousy. Both of them were experienced yers. At the very least, they could be considered creditless and faultless. How could they ept such words? Both endured till their contract ended in the summer and did not renew their contracts with the club.. intending to leave the team directly.] [ctxsAlmightyYe: In this case, among the better local teams, there arent many who insist on a full Chinese team, and Im somehow suddenly feeling a little proud in midst of my sadness.] [ctxsAlmightyYe: Really hope to be able to see the figures of an all-Chinese team on the international podium. If one day, a Chinese really won, but the team he belongs to doesnt belong to China, or the person who carried the match wasnt Chinese, Im afraid those foreign bitches would not easily admit that we have talents in the eSports aspect. They were consistently used to belittling us.] [ctxsAlimightyYe: Fi-god, I heard from Xiao that the clubs idea of letting Mix recruit a foreign jungler reserve was rejected by you? Indeed my idol!] Mo Huaifeng read the long chains of texts that Xiaoye had sent with squinted eyes, pulling out a cigarette and lighting up. [Mix.Fi: Mm.] Yuan Wei walked in from the outside of the base, and seeing a cloud of smoke curling up, he instantly turned green. ... I specially changed the exhaust hood in the dining room to arger and noiseless one, and you actually smoke here. Fi-god, wheres your civic-mindedness? Mo Huaifeng lifted his head to cast a sidelong nce at him, then swept across the remaining four who did not seem the least affected and were still ying their games. The meaning of his look was very obvious. They didnt say anything, why do you have so much to say. Yuan Wei replied. ... Alright alright alright, you smoke, you smoke, Ill just leave okay? Mo Huaifeng called out to stop him, There will be someoneing over within these few days. Let the security known beforehand. Who? Ji Zhiyao. Hey Captain, its not that I want to nag you, but such handling is really mean. What is it bringing him straight to the base before signing him? Imprisonment y? Giving him no choice but to sign the contract? You really have a lot to say. How about I let you be the captain? Master rank yer? What has this got to do with my rank? Are you insulting me? Yuan Wei continued. You can talk to security yourself. Dont try to say you wont give me my pay. It just came in yesterday, so I can temporarily remain unthreatened by you. Oh. Do you believe that I can help you drop your rank to Silver tonight? ... Damn it. I got it, I got it! Chapter 35 Chapter 35: Untitled Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios For the first few days in school, there were no lessons or military training, and Ji Zhiyao enjoyed just hanging around in school. After he finished his livestream, he would go to the inte cafe with his dorm mates to y rank matches on fast inte. Two out of three days were spent eating instant noodles at the inte cafe. On the fourth day, he suddenly felt bored in the middle of rank games and sneaked out from the inte cafe. Walking past the waiting hall for the school buses, Ji Zhiyao stopped and read every stop of the school bus from start to the end in detail. When he saw that one of the stops was S City Suburbs Hi-tech Park, he stopped reading and pulled out his phone to send a WeChat message. [MelonRind: Fi-god, Iming to Mix base.] Currently, it was 12:10 PM. Ji Zhiyao waited for a few minutes, but Mo Huaifeng, who was probably still sleeping, did not reply. With the thought of even if its inconvenient to go to the base, I can still have fun around the tech park, when the school bus arrived, Ji Zhiyao did not think more and boarded, sitting on the window seat at thest row. The air-conditioning on the bus very was strong, and it did not feel warm at all. Ji Zhiyao held his phone and casually browsed through the news. He had not read much before the bus arrived at the tech park. Alighting, the dazzling sun rays were blinding. With squinted eyes, Ji Zhiyao walked under the shade of the trees ording to the route by the GPS to find a certain high-end vi area about 1000 meters from the tech park. Mix battleteam was located there. He was tall with long legs, and also because he could not stand the heat, he walked really quickly, seeing the door of Mix battleteam base in less than five minutes. The red team logo was hung on the outside of the wall and was exceptionally shy under the illumination of the sunlight. Outside, there was a guardhouse around ten square metersrge, and there were three guards inside cooling themselves with a fan and having drinks. To have such a vi in this kind of wealthy-people district, it seemed that the club behind Mix battleteam was not just ordinarily rich. Ji Zhiyao pulled out his phone again, realizing that his WeChat message had received a [When are you arriving] reply, and entered the guardhouse. His smile was warm and friendly, and he said with a sincere tone, Big brother, hello. Im here to look for someone. One of the guards looked up. Who are you? Please give us your name. Ji Zhiyao could not be sure if it was useful saying his name right now. However, the stance of the guard made it very clear to him that if he said he was here to look for Mo Huaifeng, it was very possible that he would be directly thrown out... Compared to such severe consequences, he did not hesitate for long before giving his name. Ji Zhiyao, is it? You may enter. Huh? Could it be that Fi-god had notified them beforehand? After saying his thanks, Ji Zhiyao lifted his legs and stepped into Mix battleteam base with the mentality that was close to worship. He quickly reached the front door and pressed the doorbell. The doorbell rang for more than ten seconds, and during that time, he thought a lot, and one of those thoughts was simply whether this trip that he had made could be considered in an academic sense, a bromance meeting of online friends. Ji Zhiyao had note up with an exnation, and the door opened. With a head of messy hair, the eSports dream guy who obviously looked like he had just woken up looked at him in surprise. ... Ji Zhiyao stared at him surprisedly. You came so quickly? Mo Huaifeng pulled the door inwards and stepped aside. Come on in, its hot outside. Ji Zhiyao crossed the threshold and conveniently closed the door. He said dully, I was already on my way when I sent you the WeChat message. The school bus was fast. Have you eaten? Not yet, not hungry. Ji Zhiyao took off his shoes, and when he looked up, he coincidentally saw Mo Huaifeng throwing a bottle towards him and reached out to catch it instinctively. When heposed himself and looked, he realized that it was an unopened bottle of iced mineral water. He twisted it open and drank two mouthfuls, instantly feeling refreshed. Come take a seat. Ill go up and take a shower. Mo Huaifeng finished speaking and directly headed upstairs. The entire first level was left with Ji Zhiyao alone, and he looked at the empty hall, feeling a little mystified, reached out his fingers, and touched his own face. It was still the same question. 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Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao brought the mineral water bottle with him and sat in the middle of the sofa in the living room. He leaned back into the soft sofa back and instantly felt a velvety sensation of unrealness. While his mind recalled the conversation he shared with Mo Huaifeng earlier that did not have a tinge of unfamiliarity, he could not help but lift his lips. Rumors could not be trusted. Well, at least some parts of them could not be trusted. For example, there were rumors that said Fi-god was aloof, difficult to get along with, and bad-tempered. Now, it seemed that they were absolutely groundless statements. Out of his principle to be polite, Ji Zhiyao did not get up and move around the first level of the base. Instead, he sat on the sofa and yed with his phone. Ten minutester, Mo Huaifeng came downstairs. His hair was not dried, still dripping with water as he walked. Wearing a short-sleeved shirt with a pair of oversized shorts, he looked no different from amon inte-addicted youth. Why didnt you look around? Ji Zhiyao put down his phone. The owner isnt around, so it seems a little impolite to move around freely. By the way, Fi-god, where is the rest? Youre the only one here at the base? Mo Huaifengs expression was neutral. Yesterday, the whole team yed rank matches through the night, so they wont wake up before afternoon. With that, he pulled out his phone from his pocket. What takeaway do you want? Luxurious set meal, Ill treat you to have enough of it. ... Mo Huaifeng opened the takeaway app and after going through it from top to bottom, realized that the fastest ce would also take around 40 minutes to deliver. Hence, he looked up, and even his dark circles were full of seriousness. Will you be starved to death if you dont eat for 40 minutes? The corner of Ji Zhiyaos lip twitched. Can we omit the segment of getting takeaway? Sure, there are instant noodles in the kitchen. I can even add eggs and sausages for you. Ji Zhiyao felt that this person seemed to have an obsession with treating him to a luxurious set meal... Ji Zhiyao said, ... Im really not hungry. I had two crepes for breakfast. Mo Huaifeng replied nonchntly. But Im hungry. Mo Huaifeng continued to order a takeaway and then put his phone aside. His chocte brown eyes fixed on Ji Zhiyao, and both of them stared at each other. Ji Zhiyao stared quietly. ... Mo Huaifeng stared back. ... ... ... The one who liked to be dissolute could not bring himself to, and the one who was good with spouting obscenities had his mouth shut tighter than a m. The whole house was filled with awkwardness. Ji Zhiyao stared until his eyes hurt. Looking away, he hurriedly blinked and asked, Fi-god, wh..what did you want me toe to y? Actually, I intended to game with you. It would be more interesting if all of us sat together. Yet, theyre not even waking up at this time, so even if we want to y, it can only be two of us. Mo Huaifengs tone sounded a little regretful. Ji Zhiyao said, ... Oh. So making him take a 20-minute bus ride to make this trip was simply to eat takeaway and game? Although it did sound extremely attractive to sit face-to-face with Mix and y as a team of five, it was not as if he had not done that while separated by a screen. Even if it would feel different, how different could it get! Mo Huaifeng thought for a moment. If we really have no choice, lets y Chinese checkers? Ji Zhiyao looked up abruptly with a pair of dark eyes filled with horror, but when he saw clearly that Mo Huaifengs pupils were full of the itch to try, his emotion of horror instantly became numbness. Okay. ... Thirty plus minutester, Yuan Wei entered carrying two bags of takeaway from outside. Whose order of takeaway was just seen by me? I havent eaten, and whoever sees it gets a share, so share half with me? He turned the corner into the hall while his arms, which were lifting the two bags of takeaway up high, froze mid-air as he silently looked at the two young men lying on their front on the smooth floor. Arge Ludo map was ced before them, and at the side, there was also the box of stic Chinese checkers and the packaging box for Ludo. Right then, they lifted their heads to look at him at the same time. Even their angle was extremely simr. ... particrly simr to the mentally-disabled children that were frequently reported on the news. Yuan Wei suddenly felt a little breathless. Chapter 37 Chapter 37: Untitled Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Yuan Wei put down his already sore arm and recognized that one of the two men was the one who made the rules in their house, their dear Captain, and the other was the chosen little reserve. Hence, he said with a pleasant countenance, IndefiniteFuture? Here to visit the base? Wee, wee! Ji Zhiyao looked at Yuan Wei feeling that he did not look like any of the Mix battleteams members that he had seen before, but he also did not know why this person would call out his stage name right away. Hence, he was a little hesitant. You are... Yuan Wei seemed to have realized something, and the smile on his lips suddenly went stiff. Then, he desperately threw meaningful nces towards Mo Huaifeng. Fi-god, since you dont want to bring up the signing of contract now, help exin to him why I would know Ji Zhiyao! To think he identally spilled the beans... Ji Zhiyao with a whole face of confusion looked at Mo Huaifeng along Yuan Weis line of vision. Mo Huaifeng had no expressions. This is Mix battleteams manager, Yuan Wei. Hes your fan and often watches your livestream. Ji Zhiyao was suddenly enlightened and after hearing Yuan Weis relieved Yes yes yes, picked up his phone. Nice to meet you, Brother Yuan Wei. You are my fan, so you should be following me on Weibo? Tell me your ount. Ill follow back. Yuan Wei replied with panic in his eyes. ... I think thats not too good. Ji Zhiyao continued, not noticing Yuan Weis horror. Its fine, fans benefits. Mo Huaifeng was getting impatient. Tsk, just do it. Yuan Wei tried to exin. That um, actually as the team manager, Ive always been using the Mix battleteam official ount, so, perhaps, following each other may create a not too good effect. You guys eat the food first! I remembered I still have something I havent done, so Ill leave first. Have a good time ande again next time! Yuan Wei finished a whole long chain of words without stopping, then ced the takeaway bags on the floor, turned around, and walked towards the front door at a speed that wasparable to a hundred-meter dash. Baffled, Ji Zhiyao watched at Yuan Weis back view that seemed like he was running for his life. Whats with him? Mo Huaifeng sat up and opened the takeaway bag. His leisurely action was exceptionally attractive. He replied while opening. Maybe he needs the toilet. Are there no toilets in the base? He recognizes the toilet bowl, and if the toilet changes, he cant pee. Dont try to fool me! Even though I wasnt educated much, Ive lived for so damn long, and Ive only heard about recognizing beds?! It takes all sorts to make a world, and there are all kinds of fish in the sea. Dont bother with him. Eat. Okay. ... He stayed for an entire four hours at Mix battleteam base. Ji Zhiyao yed Chinese checkers for two and a half hours and took half an hour to eat the takeaway. For the remaining one hour, the other members of the team appeared downstairs almost at the same time as if they had set a time to do so. Ji Zhiyao (Mo Huaifeng) thus managed to fulfill his beautiful dream of ying 5v5 rank game face-to-face. The midner Heng went to guide his reserve in ying a new champion. Xiao filled up Hengs spot, and Ji Zhiyao used Xiaos ount. Thus, when it came to picking champions... Ji Zhiyao said, Brother Xiao, why did you lock in this champion? Xiao replied. Habit...*coughs*, although this champion is an assassin, his ability in roaming the midne is very strong, so hes great in defending turrets too. Brother Xiao, I hope you firmly keep in mind these words and stay away from my jungle. If you want to wreck the jungle, you can too: go and steal the opponents. I dont care if you steal it all, and I will even p for you. Youre really arrogant. At the very least, Im still an ethical professional yer and also your senior. I dont need you to remind me. When we begin in a while, I will start to record a video, so I hope you remember your ethics. ... Chapter 38 Chapter 38: Untitled Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios K: Pal, youre really arrogant. Ji Zhiyao: Not that bad, I feel that Im just carrying out my duties as a jungler. Xiao: How have I sinned to be blind enough to see you as my fan at the start? Few of them were mocking each other to their hearts content and suddenly heard a cold voice. The automatic countdown is almost ending, and you guys are still not entering the match? Each of you waiting to be banned from rank games? Nuo: ... Captain, I was wronged. I didnt say anything. Mo Huaifeng: Shut up. Due to the team dictator, Mo Huaifengs unting his power, the remaining four people sealed their mouths tight. In the tens of seconds before they entered the match, they fully portrayed what was known as deathly silent. However, that broke down once the match began. Nuo: Hey, let me take a look at the opponents... these alternate ounts look quite familiar, do they belong to the Tall Boots battleteam? Mo Huaifeng: The entire team of Tall Boots. K: Were doomed, were doomed. I somehow have an ominous feeling. Im afraid we might lose this. Xiao: Theres no way out. The jungler is too unprofessional. 99% chance we will lose this, and the remaining 1% is considering that the opponents may be amazing friends and decide to specially send us some warmth. Ji Zhiyao: Forget it. At least I know how to y a jungle, what position are you, as jungler and part-time midner, in toment on me? Nuo: HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA Im f*cking dying ofughter, I canugh at this part-time joke for a year. Xiao: Screw you! Ji Zhiyao was grinning as he finished off the blue buff, calling out before he headed for the right half of the jungle. Fi-god. Mo Huaifeng looked to him. ? Look at my champion. Mo Huaifeng turned to look at the assassin in ck flying between bushes on the screen, and after a little while, he seemed to understand. Handling is not bad, very smooth. Not that. I wanted to tell you, today I chose the assassin in ck, so you should not use the almost transparent excuse to take my red buff anymore. I wont believe it. ... Ji Zhiyao, after warning Mo Huaifeng, was in an exceptionally good mood. Especially after taking a wave of the red buff, he was in his happiest mood. Yet, he did not expect that the moment he turned back, he was killed by the Tall Boots jungler hiding in the bushes. While not too far away from him, Mo Huaifeng was peacefully killing minions the whole time, pretending he hadnt seen anything. Ji Zhiyao: Wait, Fi-god, why did you not warn me that the opponents came to counter-jungle? Mo Huaifengs reply was sinct. Blind. Ji Zhiyao: ... Screw you. In such a merry atmosphere, they lived up to expectations and lost the match after holding up for an hour. Xiao rubbed his wrist. I guessed we would lose. I said to surrender much earlier, but you guys wouldnt. My hand hurts so much. Ji Zhiyao leaned closer to look at his wrist, and it was indeed very red and swollen. It was a rather startling sight, and he became a little worried. Brother Xiao, are you okay? Acts up a lot recently. In a while, there will be a physiotherapisting to the base to help support my treatment, so its not a big problem. Thats good. Meanwhile, Mo Huaifeng brought back six bottles of yogurt drinks from the refrigerator and ced it on the table, one for each person. Xiao and the rest just grabbed and drank just like they were used to it. Ji Zhiyao picked up the yogurt drink and said, Thanks, Fi-god. Mo Huaifeng paused in his action of twisting the cap with unusually good-looking eyebrows. You dont have to call me Fi-god. Huh? Ji Zhiyao looked up and asked, Then what do I call you? Nuo interrupted. Call him Captain! I dont belong to Mix battleteam, so its not appropriate to call him Captain. Ji Zhiyao smiled, and the two moderate-size eyebags under his eyes became very obvious. Mo Huaifeng ced his gaze on his eyebags and then looked away after a moment. You can just call me by my name. Chapter 39 Chapter 39: Untitled Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Captain, Ive been in the same team as you for two years, and I still havent been granted permission to address you by your great name. Mo Huaifeng turned to look at Nuo, who looked wholly confused. The smile hanging on his lips carried an unknown meaning. Do you want to try? Seeing that smile, Nuo was instantly seized with terror as if he had seen a possession and shook his head like a rattle drum. No no no, I dont. Xiao and K were discussing the earlier match against Tall Boots in a low voice. Ji Zhiyao drank half of the bottle of yogurt drink in one go, looked down, and nced at his watch. He then said, Ill leave first, thest school bus leaves at 5 pm. Anyter and I wont be able to catch the bus. Its fine, stay a little longer. Get Captain to drive you back. Its okay, thats quite troublesome. Ji Zhiyao declined everyones suggestions and walked towards the door while looking back. Fi..., Im leaving. Instead, he saw Mo Huaifeng picking up the car keys on the table. Following him to the door, he spoke in a neutral tone. Ill drive you. Its fine, Ill just take the school bus. The suburbs are too remote, many hooligans. ... Ji Zhiyaos expression was a little difficult to express in a few words. Lets not mention that this wealthy-people districts public order is so good that its appalling... Even if I really do encounter hooligans, I wouldnt be the one suffering a loss. Mo Huaifeng looked up after changing his shoes. Who told you it must be female hooligans? Ji Zhiyao had aplicated expression. ... Fi-god is so open-minded. Sorry, my bad. He saw that Mo Huaifeng was already done changing his shoes and his car keys that were also tightly held in this hand. He knew that no matter what he said, he reckoned that Mo Huaifeng would insist on driving him. Hence, he stopped rejecting and followed behind him out the door. One moment, Ill get the car. Ji Zhiyao nodded, walking towards the gates of the base. A few minutester, he saw a pure-ck sports car graduallye to a stop in front, and the logo right in front that was exposed to the air. If he had not remembered wrongly, it seemed to be Lamborghini. Ji Zhiyao silently watched the door of the ck sports car rise up, and the young man sitting in the drivers seat slowly showed a smile and said, Get in. ... It was the same exact scene as those in certain idiotic dramas that Ji Qingge likes to watch. Ji Zhiyao lifted his legs, sat into the passenger seat, and fastened the seat belt. S University? Yes, do you need the navigator? No need, its not too far. I know the way. Oh. After the short conversation, the atmosphere in the car sunk into silence. Ji Zhiyao thought for a while and realized that there was no suitable topic to talk about. Hence, he decided to just shut his mouth. On the contrary, Mo Huaifeng looked as if he was slightly not used to it, taking the initiative to speak up after keeping quiet for a few minutes. How does it feel to be in university? This question was so official it was a little like an interview, and Ji Zhiyao couldnt help butugh. At the moment, lessons have not started, so I dont have many feelings. In addition, S University is very close to my house, and I can reach home just by taking the public house. Staying in school is exactly like when I stayed in the school dorm in high school. Mo Huaifeng looked as if he was choked by him and paused for quite a while before saying, There is more freedom with your timepared to high school. Thats not wrong. Ji Zhiyao agreed. Mo Huaifeng nodded. Then, they sunk into the predicament of having nothing to say once more. It was Ji Zhiyao who recalled seeing Xiaos hand injury before leaving. Guessing that his condition was not too good, he asked, Fi-god, I saw that Brother Xiaos wrist was very swollen. Does it have a big impact on training? At the mention of this question, Mo Huaifeng could not refrain from frowning slightly. It does affect training, but his condition can still be controlled for the time being. Mo Huaifeng was, after all, Mixs captain, and Ji Zhiyao was not yet signed to Mix, so he could not possibly exin all of Xiaos condition. Therefore, he gave him a simple answer. Ji Zhiyao could nearly guess his concerns and so did not question on. Chapter 40

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Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios At this time, it was not yet the evening peak hour, and they also drove fast, so within 20 minutes, the coupe had already stopped in front of the gates of S University. Ji Zhiyao unbuckled his seatbelt with one hand ced on the door. Fi-god, thanks. Ill go ahead. Okay, you cane to the base often when you have time. Ive already notified security, so they wont stop you. Mo Huaifeng paused for moment. Gotta thank you on behalf of my nephew. He said he isnt as burdensome now. Ji Zhiyao was delighted. Theres nothing to thank. After all, I was still the one who gained more advantages. I have almost lived the dreams of all inte-addicted youths: bing friends with Mix battleteam and having a intelligent little disciple. One of his feet stepped onto the ground, but he was stopped as he was about to say goodbye once more. Ji Zhiyao. This was the first time Ji Zhiyao had heard Mo Huaifeng call his name since meeting him and was naturally a little stirred. Yes yes yes, whats up Fi-god? Your waist is exposed. Ji Zhiyao looked down. ... Feeling a little embarrassed, Ji Zhiyao tugged his trousers up and did not forgetting to exin. The waistline of these trousers are too big. Youre too skinny. Ji Zhiyaos fingers halted, and as he was just pondering why the words sounded so gay, he looked up and realized that the car door, not sure when, had been closed, and the person who called him skinny had already driven far away. He felt slightly gloomy. Mo Huaifeng had stopped opposite of S University, so Ji Zhiyao stood at the curb waiting for the traffic lights to turn green. In midst of that, he saw a red sign in the middle of the opposite street. On it wrote: Grilled Sausages, Grilled Cold Noodles, Grilled Squids, and it just happened that Ning Lichao had mentionedst night that he was craving for some grilled squid... Hence, after he crossed the road, he walked right to the snack street beside the school gates. It was evening time, and there were already people in twos and threes in the street. Almost all were loving couples and groups of girls. There were rarely any boys who were alone like Ji Zhiyao, not to mention that he was also good-looking. Therefore, when he stood with a hand in his pocket with his eyes looking down, quietly waiting for his grilled squid, several bold girls gradually moved closer. Ji Zhiyao was just watching the elderly shop owner spread cumin powder on his grilled squid when he heard someone voiced out beside him. Hello,rade? The voice was very close to him. Hence, he instinctively turned his head and saw the two girls not too far away. One of the girls eyes were sparkling, seeing him turned back. There was more excitement than shyness in her eyes as she spoke quickly. Comrade, I dont have small change, but I really want to buy some grilled squid. Can you borrow me some spare change, and I will transfer back to you using WeChat? Ji Zhiyao nced at her and roughly guessed that this girl wasing up with an excuse to ask for his WeChat. He found it rude to put the girl in a spot in front of so many people. Thus, he pulled out his wallet, Ill treat you. You dont have to pay me back on WeChat. How could I ept that... The girl seemingly was not giving up. Then, you tell me your ss and name, Ill go pay you back after school starts. Theres really no need. No, it must be returned. You... Just as Ji Zhiyao was feeling troubled, the elderly shop owner who was watching on by the side brought out a QR code. Beaming with a native S City dialect, he said, Miss, you can scan to pay here. The girl stared at the QR code nkly. ... Ji Zhiyao heaved a sigh of relief, and after taking the grilled squid that had been packed from the owner, he took off right away, not sparing an extra nce at the girl who looked terribly embarrassed. Only after he entered the dorm building did his steps slow down, and he resumed his leisure, veteran-style form. Chapter 41

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Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Stuffing the bunch of grilled squid into Ning Lichaos hands, Ji Zhiyao sat on the stool to scroll Tieba and Weibo. He had managed to fulfill his livestream duration in the morning and was currently in a state of being rxed with no responsibilities. Aside, Ning Lichao distributed the grilled squid to Yang Bing and Wen Heng while casually asking, Old Ji, where did you go today? Yang Bing asked, Couldnt be that you went on a date right? Wen Heng did not speak and only stared right at Ji Zhiyao. His eyes were filled with the desire to know. Ji Zhiyao looked up. Went to visit one of my pals. What date? Eat your food! Ning Lichao chuckled, but not two chucklester, he suddenly frowned. His tone was slightly hesitant. I keep feeling like Im forgetting something. Yang Bing said, Now that youve mentioned it, I have that feeling too... Wen Heng lifted his head once more. Whats today date? Ji Zhiyao was the only one who was using his phone, so he opened the calendar. August 29th... Hold up, werent we supposed to go administrative office to collect items for military training? His head shot up, and he speechlessly looked at his three dazed roommates. You guys forgot about it? Wen Heng replied. Not just us, you too. ... *coughs*, I saw that the timing stated on the notice was to 7:30 PM, so we can still make it if we go now. Ji Zhiyao kept his phone. Lets go. The remaining three people finished up the few mouthfuls of grilled squid on the wooden stick, threw rubbish into the trash bin, and walked out while wiping their mouths. It was approximately a 20-minute walk from the dorm to the administrative office, and each of them scanned and unlocked a bicycle and rushed towards the office. The sky was notpletely dark, and the sunset painted the extended clouds into a magnificent violet, which looked extremely beautiful. In their rush for time, they took a slightly narrower route. With two people a row, Ji Zhiyao and Wen Heng were in the front. Just about ten minutester, they saw the building that the administrative office was located in. They just had to turn the corner, and they could find a spot to park their bikes already. Ji Zhiyao tightened his right hand, holding onto the brakes, and then turned towards the left. The result was that he heard a scream and almost fell off his bike. Reason being, at this corner that was not too spacious, a girl looking down and walking suddenly appeared out of nowhere, and Ji Zhiyaos position just happened to be the one closer to the left in the first row. All four of them stopped, and Ji Zhiyao steadied his bike. Comrade, sorry, I didnt notice that there was someone here. Are you okay? Although he had braked the moment he saw the person earlier, he could not bepletely sure that the front tire did not scrape the girl and decided it was better to ask. The girl who was almost hit hugged her arms and looked up. Judging by her expression, she was obviously still dazed and shocked. Her line of vision swept across the four people and stopped on Ji Zhiyao, who was the closest to her. Smiling apologetically, she said, Im fine, I was the one who wasnt paying attention. My apologies. Ji Zhiyao confirmed once more. Are you really not hurt? The girl fixed her gaze on him and shook her head. Are you guys also freshmen going to the administrative office to collect your military training items? I just came from there and heard from the senior that they were leaving soon, so you guys should go quickly. Okay, thank you. Ji Zhiyao lifted his legs and straddled the bike. Smiling warmly at her, he said, Then well go ahead. Um. The girl suddenly spoke up, causing Ji Zhiyaos foot on the paddle to falter, and he looked up, slightly surprised. Whats up? Could it be that she had been injured earlier but had not realized and only started to feel pain now? Four pairs of eyes looked towards the girl at once, and her cheeks suddenly turned red. Perhaps, do you like Messi? Chapter 42

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Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Are you asking me out to y ser? Ji Zhiyao asked. Does the university ser team allow boys and girls to y together? ... The girl looked at him nkly. Until they had finished collecting the items and left the office, Ji Zhiyao was still unclear what exactly theplicated look that the girl had on before she left meant. Yang Bing seemed to know, but other than a showing condemnation all over his face, he was determined not to say a single word. He said, That girl was so fair and pretty, and you didnt know to treasure that. Reckless waste of natures gift! I never want to speak to you again! With a look of madness, he made it such that even Ji Zhiyao was not really willing to deal with him. ... The burning sun was high in the sky, and it was a quiet and windless day. All four people in dorm 1306 were ced in male squad 2 and stood in a row. Usually, the first day of military training was stricter. Only in the subsequent stages would training be easier. This strictness applied not only to the demands in terms of the squad formation but also break timesthey could only have one break in one afternoon. As a result, just as the instructor announced a ten-minute break for everyone, the boys that were initially standing perfectly straight instantly sat on their butts like a pool of mud. Ji Zhiyao sat with his knees bent on the ground and used his hands to wipe the dense beads of perspiration on his forehead. Then, he opened his bottle to drink. Im such a fool, really, Yang Bing said after drinking. When you guys were applying sunblock in the afternoon, I actually called you guys gay. I was wrong. With this temperature, by the end of military training, Id be the same tone as coal. Talk about finding a girlfriend... Ji Zhiyao shifted his bottle away from his mouth, at a loss of whether to cry or tough. Other than knowing to find a girlfriend, what else do you know? Nothing else. Cant help it, I dont really have any dreams. cing the bottle back to its original spot, Ji Zhiyao stood up at the same time. How are you any different from a salted fish? You cant say that. There are still advantages having me as a dorm mate. Yang Bing mysteriously reached out, tugged all three of them down at once, and said, Do you guys remember the girl that Old Ji almost knocked down two days ago? Now in Squad 6, she is... Xing Chuxue 1 . Her skin is so fair it reflects light; thats whats known as a beauty. I reckon she will be the belle of our faculty. In these few days, there have been so many guys going forth to appeal to her. Old Ji, do you feel very regretful now? Ji Zhiyao did not understand. Regret what? That line Do you like Messi! Its so obvious that she was interested in you, and yet, you thought she was inviting you to y ser. Youre way too dense... ... Ji Zhiyao exchanged nces with Ning Lichao and Wen Heng. Directly overlooking the cheap smile on the corner of Yang Bings lips, Ji Zhiyao also ignored him, pretending that he could not hear anything. Coincidentally, the ten-minute break had ended, and the instructor walked out from the shade of the trees while blowing on the whistle. Everybody, fall in! Hey, I was being serious! Why are all of you ignoring me? Are you guys interested or not! Yang Bing took small little steps to shift back to his spot while at the same time peeking at Ji Zhiyao, who was standing beside him and looking steadily forward. He called out. Old Ji, speak up! if you arent interested, such a pretty girl cannot be given up to others, and I am going to take action! Ji Zhiyao wholly pretended not to hear anything, and his tall and skinny body continued to stand upright. But Yang Bing had already caught the instructors attention. Fifth row, third man, fall out! The instructor kept a stern expression. Have I said before that you must ask for permission to speak? What were you saying? Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, Yang Bings dark and red face from being tanned flushed to an even stranger shade of red. Sir, I... Speak properly! Muttering and mumbling, what kind of man are you! Yang Bing continued to keep quiet, not speaking one word. As the instructor with a fierce look was about to take a step in his direction, a clear voice suddenly sounded from the crowd. Permission to speak Sir. Ji Zhiyao performed a military salute and stepped out, saying with a straight face. He needed to use the toilet but was embarrassed to go himself, so he was asking if I was willing to apany him to the toilet. Chapter 43

Chapter 43: Untitled

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios ... The instructor looked with a tongue-tied expression towards Yang Bing, and amidst the stifledughter of the whole squad, he waved his hands and said to Yang Bing, who was about to faint from being too ashamed, Youre not a little girl... Never mind, go on, go on. ... There was a total of seven days of military training, and half of it had passed in a sh. Each instructor was also not as strict as before; instead, they would arrange for the different squads to get together at night from time to time, having singing contests to build friendships. Just like right now. The male Squad 2 and 3 were seated together because their instructors were on good terms; with the idea of matching boys with girls, the two instructors even secretly brought the girls from Squad 6. Ji Zhiyao casually ced one leg on the ground, and the other propped upzily as he talked to Wen Heng with his head tilted. About that match yesterday, not that the new champion you used wouldnt work, but her attack range is too short, and my assassin has a demand for timing, so its difficult for us jungler and bottomne to work together. Lets try anotherbination next time. Wen Heng nodded, picking up his phone. Ill go start an individual mode to practice. Okay. Ji Zhiyao freely looked across the other squads not too far away, but very quickly, his attention was caught by another drama queen by the other side. ... What are you doing? The person who was interrupted swiftly put away what seemed to be a mirror and sticb in his hands. Sneakily checking out the surroundings before turning back, he replied. Combing my hair, isnt it obvious? Ji Zhiyao looked up, gazing at the pitch-dark sky, and then turned towards the drill ground lights that were always switched off. Of course he knew this person wasbing his hair, but it was so dark, who was he expecting to see him? Forget it, I suppose a single pringle like you wouldnt understand. Yang Bing stuffed his mirror andb into his pockets with a smug look and then said, Do you see all the pretty girls over there? That is Squad 6, Squad 6! In this sudden emphasis, Ji Zhiyao was suddenly enlightened about why this friend was so agitated. If he did not remember wrongly, during military training several days ago, Yang Bing was forced to use the reason of needing the toilet because of a girl in Squad 6. What was her name, Xing Chuxue? Ji Zhiyao said, Then you continuebing, and by the way, Ill help to pray that your goddess has grown a pair of eyes with night-vision. With that, he turned around to watch Wen Heng y, not leaving the least bit of his attention to Yang Bing. A few minutester, the instructors were back and began taking the lead to sing. Battle Song For A Strong Army was repeatedly sung for more than ten times. At the start, the boys from the two squads, still with the mindset to show off, sang loud and clear at the top of their voices but were quickly tired after several rounds that they did not even want to open their mouths. The surrounding people were left with the melodious and soft voices of the girls and the voices of some guys. Perhaps feeling too embarrassed, a guy from Squad 3 shouted from a dark ce, Sir, let us young people have fun alone! You guys can go have a smoke, dont suppress yourselves! Laughter rose all around instantly. The instructor for Squad 3ughingly cursed you little rascal with perfect artiction but really gave a favor and left, tugging the instructors for Squad 3 and 6 with him. From afar, they could only see their figures sitting underneath the trees. This time, everyone waspletely dancing for joy. Ignoring the howls and wails that were ringing from all around, Ji Zhiyao stared fixedly and watched Wen Heng y. He briefly felt tempted himself and could not help but pull his phone from his pocket. The light belonging to the screen just shone, and Ji Zhiyao was caught off guard by a tap on the side of his arm. This tap was rather forceful, so much that even his shoulder was feeling a slight sting. Ji Zhiyao lifted his head while muttering Yang Bing, whats wrong with you why hit me and realized that two figures had unknowingly appeared before him. It was two girls. Ones face could not be seen clearly, but she was so fair that she was reflective. Ji Zhiyao stared at the two. ... Chapter 44

Chapter 44: Untitled

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios He silently kept his phone and stood up from the ground as an act of politeness. With a slightly doubtful tone, he said, Both of you are... Um, she has something for you. The other girl standing at the back pushed Xing Chuxue and, while at it, rooted for her friend in a voice that she thought was very soft but could be heard by Ji Zhiyao: Go on, dont be afraid! Take initiative, and there will be a story for you two! ... Ji Zhiyao stared at her quietly. However, he was not very willing to be the male lead of the story. At this rate, even if one were to use their foot to think, they would be able to guess what was about to go down, so Ji Zhiyao kept quiet for a few seconds and suddenly lifted his leg to kick Yang Bing, who was gazing longingly at Xing Chuxue. He said, Give my phone back to me. When did I take your... Sprouting out the better half of his words, Yang Bing pped his own forehead hard and then immediately after, pulled out a phone from his pocket. Sincerely presenting it with both hands to Ji Zhiyao, he spoke in a sincere tone. Goodness, why didnt you remind me earlier? Id forgotten that your phone was still with me. Ji Zhiyao slid open the phone with no keypad lock, tapped several times, and then stretched a QR code out before the girl. If theres anything, lets add each other on WeChat and chat there. Xing Chuxue had already shakily lifted her phone, but her friend reached out and held her down, asking suspiciously. Is this really your phone? Hearing themotion by his ears get louder, Ji Zhiyao frowned but did not directly answer her question, only saying, Everyone in our dorm is very close, and we often use each others phone. Alright, stop asking. Xing Chuxue held onto her friends hand. After scanning the QR code, she gave a really shy smile, looking exceptionally pretty. Then Ill see you on WeChatter. The quivering tail of her word had just sounded, and she had already grabbed her friend and ran far away like rabbits. Ji Zhiyaos facial expression rxed. Dropping back onto the grassy ground, he threw the phone to Yang Bing. He frowned, a little puzzled. This ce is so dark, how did she spot me? Ning Lichao pointed at a certain person beside him who was as happy as a silly roe deer and had no time to reply. Bing showed the way. ... So did he take the initiative to do a good deed? Making himself look cheap? Wen Heng stole a look at him and said lightly, Didnt Yang Bing mention that the girl was quite pretty? Plus, its clear that she wasing for you. Why didnt you take down her contact details to socialize a bit? The night wind brushed lightly, and Ji Zhiyao propped his arms behind his body and leaned back. Its something impossible in the first ce, and to still ask for her contact details, its such a jerk move, I cant do that. Yang Bing, who suddenly snapped awake from his bliss, looked rmed. So you really like males? Ji Zhiyao expressionlessly grabbed a bunch of grass and threw it on his face. The instructors seemed to be too rxed. They had enjoyed themselves for more than an hour under the trees and had yet to return to dismiss them. Ji Zhiyao sat aimlessly for a long and calcted that if he still did not return to the dorm to start his livestream, he might not be able to umte a duration long enough. Hence, he notified Wen Heng, asking him to help keep a lookout while he secretly sneaked back to the dorm. Changed his clothes, turned on the lights, start the livestream. Starting theputer, Ji Zhiyao opened the Heroes client right away. He had not streamed himself gaming for several days already, and many fans in the streaming room were calling for him to return to ying with some familiar dirty tricks. The demand was too high, so he could onlyply. Entering the interface, Ji Zhiyao was about to start a 5v5 match when a blue text box suddenly popped up on the screen. [Your friend dbmmmmmm has invited you to a 3v3 match. Agree or disagree.] Hm? Mo Huaifeng was online? Chapter 45

Chapter 45: Untitled

Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao instinctively nced at the minimized streaming room at the right corner. He would never know if there might really be someone amongst the twenty thousand people online with eyes so sharp that could recognize that this was Fi-gods little alternate ount and who would set off all forms of violent bombardments of questions by the fans... At that thought, he directly closed the invitation and then picked up his phone, swiftly sending a text out. [MelonRind: Currently livestreaming, not very convenient.] [DB.MHF: Cant y?] [MelonRind: I can, but wouldnt ying with you lead to people poking around everywhere about our rtionship?] [DB.MHF: ... Are you a woman? Afraid of being involved in gossip with a man?] If Mo Huaifeng was seated before him, Ji Zhiyao would definitely p his phone onto his face with no hesitation, then point to the gay fanart thatizens had spread on Weibo, and get Mo Huaifeng to open his eyes wide and look carefully. He, Ji Zhiyao, was not afraid of being involved in gossip with a male, but he was helpless as theizens made it difficult for him not to be. [MelonRind: There are always people wanting me to be gay, and your being like this is providing them with source materials.] [DB.MHF: A straight foot is not afraid of a gay shoe.] [DB.MHF: Stop bitching. I invited you,e form a team.] Ji Zhiyao was forced into it. Because he was worried that after the fans discover Mo Huaifengs real identity, they would attach fictitious romantic titles to them, he intentionally put on a serious face, not interacting with Mo Huaifeng at all, andpletely focused on ying. Whereas in the eyes of the audience in the minimized streaming room, this gaming broadcaster who was usually smiley not only had a solemn expression when he was ying with some unknown ount, but his manner of ying was also extremely quick and forceful, totally unlike ying with a friend. If he did not like it, why did he still y together? Hence, the onlookers filled with questions went to Weibo and Tieba to dig for the identity of this alternate ount. What was unexpected was that they really found it once they started digging! [Tell me Im not seeing things, is this alternate ount really my Fi-god?] [First time seeing Fi-god forming a team with someone other than his teammates... though this person is my son, theres this a feeling of being cheated on.] [?? MelonRind you get out here and exin yourself! Where was the pure online friendship that was agreed on?] [My husband and my boyfriend are ying together, hehe. I heard the raindrops falling on the green field 1 .] [Looking forward to luck and a miracle, where is the green light?] [Above my head ?? ] Ji Zhiyao would never have thought that what he absolutely did not want to see happen had silently taken ce. Yet right now, he was focused on breaking the opponents crystal and did not have the slightest idea of the urrences of the outside world. Finishing off the crystal, they ended a half an hour long match. Ji Zhiyao gradually got into his form. Wallowing in and unable to break out of the Mo Huaifeng carrying him to a definite win atmosphere, he took the initiative in creating a room and then invited Mo Huaifeng. Seeing dbmmmmmm enter the room, he clicked begin matchup. Yet, a sound suddenly came from the dorm door. It was some very impatient knocking. Ji Zhiyao had thought that it was because he had identally locked the door when he returned and his dorm mates could note in. Since the match had not started yet, he first canceled the matchup, then typed hold on in the open chat, and hurriedly got up to open the door. Two boys in the camouge uniform from military training stood outside the door. Judging by their appearances, they were freshmen too, both withplex expressions. Ji Zhiyao looked at them carefully and was sure that he had never met these two people. Thus, he said, Who are you guys looking for? One of the boys replied. You are Ji Zhiyao? Ji Zhiyao nodded. You guys were looking for me? Heard that Xing Chuxue initiated giving her contact to you. The other boy looked Ji Zhiyao up and down with a contemptuous look. Were here to see for ourselves exactly who was so charming.
  • Lyrics from a Chinese song С: A Little Happiness.
    • Chapter 46 - A Solo Fight for Love

    Chapter 46: A Solo Fight for Love

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios So, they were here to pick a fight? Ji Zhiyaos expression turned cold. Not mentioning exactly how upsetting it was for an inte-addicted youth to have his wonderful tag team match to be interrupted, next, there was totally nothing between him and Xing Chuxue. Yet, he was being provoked by some brainless guys. Some bits of hair before his forehead fell, and the look in his eyes was no longer harmless. Are you done seeing now? Can you leave already? Youre rather rude and unreasonable. The boy on the left leaned on the door frame, probably thinking that his pose was iparably cool, dazzling, mad, domineering, and smug, particrly full of the manner of tyrannical CEO. I heard youre quite good at Heroes. Do you dare to y a solo match with me? This person seemed to know quite a lot. Why should I y solo against you? Ji Zhiyao questioned back airily. Dont give me the old-fashioned goading method of if you dont dare to y against me it means youre afraid of me. Even if I dontpete with you, Im still at Challenger rank. ... The boy on the left was choked, but the one on the right quickly followed up. You can choose to not y too, just give us a copy each of Xing Chuxues contact details, and we will then apologize to you. Hereafter, we will all be brothers. After keeping silent for a few seconds, Ji Zhiyao sneered. The shallow eye bags beneath his eyes were bing obvious. I think the two of you are idiots. Why are you insulting us? I even want to hit someone. All traces of a smile on Ji Zhiyaos face were gone, and as he rotated his wrists together with his expressionless appearance, he looked slightly intimidating. Bring yourptops here, Ill take you guys on for any modes. Just remember one point, this is a forfeiture match, and whoever loses calls the winner daddy. All were boys at the age where they were hot-blooded, and Ji Zhiyaos words did not sound nice, so the two boys were also fired up, turning to go after leaving behind a line. Sure, you wait here. Ji Zhiyao ignored them. Returning back to his desk, he saw Mo Huaifeng, who was still quietly waiting in the game room, and looked down to send him a WeChat text: [Fi-god, some people came right to my doorstep for a solo. If its a 2v2ter, help me be my partner and carry me?] [DB.MHF: Rival in love?] [DB.MHF: I was really bored earlier, so I went into your streaming room to listen in on the bustle for a while.] [MelonRind: Rival in love my ass. I am very pure!] [DB.MHF: I got it, invite after you start.] After conversing with Mo Huaifeng, he felt the suppressed anger inside him from being provoked dissipating by half, at longst managing to resume his smiling manner when he opened the streaming room. Only thements flying all over the screen gave him a shock. He roughly read them and was left bugged. How did you guys know it was Fi-god?... Hold on, it wasnt because the date with Fi-god was interrupted that I got angry and asked to solo! You guys speak properly! [flustered_and_exasperated.jpg] [MelonRind say no more. We all understand.] [heart aches for Fi-god whose date was interrupted.] [heart aches for Fi-god whose date was interrupted +1] [heart aches for Fi-god whose date was interrupted +10086] Ji Zhiyao said, Do you all still want to see my face on livestream? If you keep this up, Im going to stop livestreaming! Duration is not long enough? Even if the duration isnt enough, I dont care anymore! The next time I livestream, I wont turn on the camera or ear-mic, Ill just show you guys my blue desktop background. The livestream room was already on a different topic, bing a sea of happiness, the kind where no matter how hard Ji Zhiyao tried he would not be able to bring back. Just as he was considering taking on some measures to recover the situation, the front door was pushed open in a very rude manner. Ji Zhiyao looked up and, as expected, saw the provoking duo, who were already changed and carrying theirptops. Chapter 47 - First Blood

    Chapter 47: First Blood

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Before they could speak up, Ji Zhiyao picked up hisptop, sat on the table, and carelessly ced his long legs. How do you want to solo? You guys set the rules. We wont take advantage of people. Since we were the ones to approach you, you can set the rules. Still stressing quite a lot upon your morals, huh. Ji Zhiyao lifted a corner of his lips. Custom mode, 2 rounds of 1v1, 1 round of 2v2, two of out three wins makes the winner. 1v1 refers to two kills and a turret, and for 2v2, I will invite a good friend topete against both of you. Will that work? The duo looked at each other. At the bottom of it all, these rules were still to their advantage. After all, Ji Zhiyao would have to persevere through all 3 rounds, but it was different for them. Each of them would get a break during the others turn. They had no reason not to agree. I shall not entertain, so you guys feel free to sit wherever. Ji Zhiyao put on his ear-mic. 1v1, whos first? The boy who was slightly taller between the two spoke up. Me. Okay, Ill open a room and invite you. Ji Zhiyao entered the boys username, dragged him into the custom room in 1v1 mode, and began. The position the boy yed was midner, and he used a champion that was vulnerable to damage but dealt high damage and moved slower. Ji Zhiyao chose an assassin as usual. The moment he saw him lock in his champion, the boy sighed in relief at the bottom of his heart. The 1v1 mode was really disadvantageous for assassins. Especially for Ji Zhiyaos champion, to develop well in the earlier stage, rounding up the entire jungle was an essential factor. However, in 1v1, the size of the jungle could almost be neglected. yers basically only relied on killing minions, killing opponents, or pushing down turrets to achieve their aim of gold improvement and leveling up. Whereas the boys midner was different; he was originally meant to move on the midne and rely on killing minions to advance, naturally having more advantage inparison. The match began. The assassin and mage faced each other across a distance, both staying behind their line of minions, pushing forth towards the middlene. In the beginning, everyone was peacefully killing the opponents minions, both relying on the first wave of minions to move up to level two. However, due to knowing that it was impossible to kill each other with a level of advancement, the two crouched under the turrets, very assuredly waiting for the next wave of minions. After the second wave of minions, the pair both rose to level three. Other than the ultimate ability, all other abilities were fully unlocked. The mage that the boy had chosen was a pretty female champion, and her specialty was freezing. Her first ability had a shorter attack range and was able to attack in all directions; her second ability was a freezing attack aimed in a straight line; her third was an enhanced version of her first ability. The boy first used the auto-attacks with barely any damage to sound out his opponent several times and realized that the assassin had nimbly dodged all of it with teasing movements. This caused him to panic. He controlled his champion to stop under the base, then opened the in-game shop, and bought a blue potion 1 . In the few seconds that he had paused for, because there were no more minions in the midne, the assassin had arrived, beginning to push the turret. The mage intentionally chose not to move, allowing the several auto-attacks by the assassin to strike her and reduce her health. In an interval of the assassins auto-attacks, the mage suddenly grasped the chance, using her second ability right away. The gleaming light reflected on the assassins form, and the assassin remained still. Sessful freezing! The mage moved in, preparing the first and third ability. But the moment she stepped out of the turret, the assassin seemed to have suddenlye alive. With a set ofbined abilities, the mage was taken by surprise and before she could counterattack, directly killed as first blood! Then, the assassin made use of the ten plus seconds for the mage to respawn and rushed to the front line to push down the turret, finishing the minions. Whats going on? The boy was blue in the face. Indignantly looking up to stare at Ji Zhiyao, who had on a peaceful expression, and as if suddenly realizing something, he opened the opponents stats. In the moment as short as the blink of an eye, Ji Zhiyao, as though having foreseen this ahead of time, had switched out his ability for immunity. The boy violently hurled his mouse down. Ji Zhiyaos expression did not change, and making use of the fact that the boys mentality was still not adjusted, without much effort, he directly took the second kill. He took time to move out to look at the streaming room. Basically thements were all praising him for being good-looking and having hidden tricks and skills. Hence, there was slightly more of a hint of a smile in his eyes as he spoke lightly. Lets change over. He had just finished his sentence, and the dorm door suffered once more, being pushed open harshly. Only this time, the voice obviously belonged to Yang Bing the silly deer. You people who dont have a goddess will never understand me!
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    • Chapter 48 - Are You Afraid?

    Chapter 48: Are You Afraid?

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The door opened, and the voice stopped abruptly. The fastest to react was Ning Lichao. He looked at the two people sitting on the floor. Old Ji, what are you doing? Back already? Ji Zhiyao greeted. Then, looking down at hisptop, he said nonchntly, They heard that I y well and specially came to consult me. ... The two boys stared at him in silence. Yang Bing was slow-witted, but seeing how the two boys sitting on the floor did look like they were here to humbly consult, he thenughed out. Then you guys have a good time! No need to bother about us, yeah. ... The two boys were speechless. Wen Heng was the first to observe that the atmosphere was not very right, but seeing that there was not much change in Ji Zhiyaos expression and that the other two boys were the ones turning blue instead, he did not dig in any further and instead climbed onto his bed with his phone. Ji Zhiyao, after seeing that all his dorm mates had entered, then said, Next one,e on. The remaining boy normally yed as a jungler too, but after he saw Ji Zhiyaos smooth handling, the thought of withdrawing had sprouted in his mind. Now that the return of the residents of 1306 seemed to have given him a reason, he lifted his jaw. There are too many people now, so its not too suitable forpeting. Not only would it be difficult to focus, but Im also afraid that it will be too shameful for you to lose in front of your dorm mates. Why dont we find another day? Im not even afraid, what are you worried about? An innocent smile hung on the corner of Ji Zhiyaos lips. Ive even gotten my teammate, and his personal worth is very high, so I cant afford to invite him a second time. The fans in the livestream room: ... Did he really think that being far from the ear-mic meant that they couldnt hear him! Mo Huaifeng, who was hiding in a dark corner: ... Although Ji Zhiyao did not distort any truths, there was still a line of denouncement in his heart that he had to voice out. Ji Zhiyao continued. Whats wrong? Could it be that you guys are worried that it actually isnt me who would be too ashamed when I lose in front of my dorm mates, but you guys when you lose three matches in a row? Then lets forget The boy immediately responded. My username is **, invite me. Lets start. Okay. In the second match, against the same type of opponent, Ji Zhiyao beat the boy until he had no chance at fighting back. Once the second match ended, Ji Zhiyao rotated his wrists, realizing that the expressions of the two boys next to him were already turning from blue to dark green. He lifted the corner of his lips and said, Best two out of three wins of a forfeiture match. Isnt it time you guys ept your defeat and call me daddy? Insolent remarks, arrogant behavior, Ji Zhiyao did not find anything wrong in persistently challenging such people. One could say he made use of the fact that his gaming techniques were excellent to bully people or that he had purposely made them fall into his trap, but Ji Zhiyao did not care too much about what others thought. The two boys gritted their teeth. The shorter of the two was still indignant. When did we agree that it was a forfeiture match? Wow, still not admitting it, are you? Ji Zhiyao casually lifted his hand and pointed at the camera on the bookshelf behind him. I turned on livestream. The two boys: ... Ji Zhiyao changed to an even morefortable sitting position. With a smile on his lips, he said How about this: the third round will be a 2v2, Ill only jungle and not directly fight you two. You guys just need topete against my friend. If you guys win, the forfeiture match is canceled. How do you we know if youve gotten a pro to abuse us. Be reasonable, friends. If you dont even dare to y such a 1v2 round, why are you still ying Heroes? Just go home and raise your pixies in Mole World. The ends of Ji Zhiyaos eyes curved, and his pair of smiling eyes were very good-looking. Or can I say that you are guys actually already cannot wait to call me daddy? Chapter 49 - Daddy

    Chapter 49: Daddy

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios [6666666666, all who cant beat Fi-god can go and raise pixies. Ill take my leave first as a show of respect!] [MelonRind, you should really get a mirror to see how proud you look when youre saying those words, totally like a little wife.] [Fi-gods little wife hehehehehehe.] [Cant you leave some face for MelonRind.] [I salute you as a genius.] The slightly shorter guy waspletely not himself after hearing those words, and he stared at the camera on the shelf. His dilemma was written all over his face as he tried pondering if Ji Zhiyaos im of currently livestreaming was true or not. Ji Zhiyao intentionally shifted to the side, graciously allowing him to admire all he wanted. Boys at this age were all prideful and thus did not dare to openly do anything out of line to verify the legitimacy of the camera. In addition, the curious gazes of the remaining three people in the room that asionally swept across kept them anxious and unsettled. He had no choice and gritted out after exchanging opinions with his partner. How can we trust you? Im currently livestreaming, pal. With a slightly contemtive smile, Ji Zhiyao pointed to the camera. Or you can choose not to trust me, and we wontpete. Judging directly by the results of the previous two rounds, you still have to call me daddy. The boy had no choice and said, ... Lets start. Okay. Ji Zhiyao first added them into the custom set room and then dropped a WeChat text to Mo Huaifeng: [Emergency on scene, calling for Fi-god.] [DB.MHF: .] [DB.MHF: Add me, online.] Ji Zhiyao dragged Mo Huaifengs alternate ount into his camp and then started the match. For the entire game, hepletely adhered to the rules, only staying in the jungle to kill creeps, increasing gold for his side, not taking even a single step out of the jungle. The boys were both observing his movements at the start, but after realizing that he would not move out of the jungle at all, all their attention was ced on the ADC. They had guessed that this person that Ji Zhiyao had invited to aid himself would not be worse-off than himself in skills. Thus, thinking that it would be more difficult for Mo Huaifeng to strike, they basically stayed together for the whole match, However, when Mo Huaifeng was not yet at level six, with no ultimate ability, he did not fight them frontally. Yet once his ultimate ability was unlocked, he eliminated everything and everyone in his way. Amply used violence to prove what was known as all ns are worthless in the face of great strength. The match ended in less than 20 minutes. Ji Zhiyao first sent his thanks through WeChat to Mo Huaifeng and then, with a gentle smile, looked toward the two boys on the floor who could not believe what happened. Do you admit defeat? You used hacks! Little rascals in their youth are really annoying . Ji Zhiyao frowned, not at all realizing that he was the same age as them. He stretched out his long legs. Dont talk about all this useless stuff. Both of your Challenger ranks couldnt even win a 2v1, yet you still have the nerve to find excuses for yourselves? Unhappy that I used hacks? Both of you can too. Id dly oblige. Their unreasonable arguments were mercilessly torn apart, and the two boys blushed with shame. After keeping silent for a few seconds, thenky one exhaled deeply, bowing his head. We admit defeat, dad... As long as you admit defeat. With a smile slightly hidden in his eyes, Ji Zhiyao interrupted him. He ced theptop back on the desk, stood up, and spoke from a height towering over the boys in their surprised gazes. Brothers, stop asking me for the girls contact. If you like her, fight for her yourselves. As long as they admitted defeat, he had already cooled down. If they were to really call him daddy, he probably would have incurred their hatred. Perhaps, there might even be all sorts of schemes and provocationsing to him. Troublesome. And Ji Zhiyao really hated trouble. He sent the two boys who looked wholly confused out of the dorm, turning back to find his three roommates looking at him with weird looks. His lips could not help but twitch. Yang Bing, youre the one who should call me daddy. Yang Bing blinked multiple times. ??? Chapter 50 - A Lovely Storm is Brewing

    Chapter 50: A Lovely Storm is Brewing

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios [EighthLordTodaysSharingV: Lets stir some trouble today, exposing a melon in the eSports scene. Last night, someone witnessed in a streaming room on SaltedEgg Livestream a certain gaming broadcaster ying a match with eSports idol Fi-gods alternate ount! At that time, the broadcaster even looked impatient. After a match together, the broadcaster had a 2v2 against someone else and asked Fi-god to carry him. The entire process was absolutely natural as if theyve done this many times previously. So who is this broadcaster? Weibo ID @IndefiniteFutureV, livestream room IndefiniteNoHomo, game username HasMelonRindBeenGayToday, considered quite well-known in the scene. Also, this gaming broadcaster is the only other person that Fi-god follows on Weibo other than his teammates. This rtionship seems to be a little too much hmmm [dog head]] [Fi-god Official Fan Club: Fi-god values loyalty, and he treats his friends unconditionally well. Their friendship is great, really makes people envious! [heart] @IndefiniteFutureV @Mix.FiV] [ProtectOurFi-god: Just good friends ying together, what is this unscrupulous marketing ount blindly trying to start?] [Fi-godismineIdontcare: [smiles] Does this broadcaster have no idea at all? Trying to gain poprity, disgusting!] [AddictedToTodaysMilkTea: Ive even watched the broadcasters livestream before. At that time, I felt that he was quite good-looking and became a casual fan, who knew he was so filthy inside... No longer his fan, I love Fi-god!!] [HuaiFengIsSoWarm: Really, Ive been a fan of Fi-god for three years, and this is my first time seeing him being so close to anyone. We should know that our Fi-god is someone who wouldnt even enter his teammates livestream rooms ughing with tears]. If he was really trying to use him to gain attention, how could Fi-god not be able to tell? Lets all be more reasonable when leavingments.] [TheVastBoundariesOfTheEarthIsMyLove: ?? Why am I seeing my MelonRind on screen? I thought I was the only who knew about them secretly being sweet yesterday.] [youwakeupwakeup: Fi-god and IndefiniteFuture go quite far back. They were already following each other since a month back. Reason being Fi-god had sent some messages in game which were screenshotted and used by a little influencer. IndefiniteFuture happened to be there and directly cleared things up with a Weibo post. Then, he didnt tag Fi-god either, remaining anonymous when he was doing something good like Robin Hood. Back then, nobody said he was using him to gain attention.] [HaveYouEatenToday: ughing with tears] Why do I find this so sweet? Im a guy, would like to know if I have turned gay?] ... This Weibo post by EighthLordTodaysSharing, due to it involving the Fi-god in the eSports scene, who never had any scandals, directly entered the top ten trending searches: Fi-god IndefiniteFuture. Ji Zhiyao had initially gone on Weibo to upload a post for his livestream but ended up discovering this trending search. He was so shaken that he reached up to rub his eyes. He had not seen wrongly. Who would have thought that Mo Huaifeng was really exposed! Ji Zhiyao stared aghast, and his whole mind was filled with that one thought. Yesterday, he was still holding onto the mentality that they were so fortunate, thinking it was not much of a problem if ten to twenty thousand little fans in the livestream room recognized Mo Huaifengs alternate ount. But he never thought that today, they actually made it into the trending searches. Really, with this poprity, when Mo Huaifeng retired, it would not be a problem at all for him to switch careers to enter the entertainment industry. Ji Zhiyao had no mind for the livestream and sent Mo Huaifeng a WeChat text. [MelonRind: Fi-god, both of us have gloriously ascended into the Weibo trending searches.] [MelonRind: Already told you we shouldnt y together on livestream. Youre a veteran with no scandals in thest ten thousand years, but now they are spreading gossips about you being gay. Do you feel really regretful?] A few minutester, Mo Huaifeng replied. [DB.MHF: Mm, do feel a little regretful.] Ji Zhiyaos heart sank, and his lifted lips had unknowingly leveled. Before he could send out the two words Im sorry, he saw the next reply. [DB.MHF: I shouldve entered your livestream room earlier yesterday to see how you were all annoyed and impatient.] [MelonRind: ...] [MelonRind: Im not, I wasnt. Dont spout nonsense!] [MelonRind: Um, Fi-god, you really dont mind?] [DB.MHF: Long-winded.] [DB.MHF: Next weekend, we have a performance match in W City. I have an extra VIP ticket, want to go watch?] Chapter 51 - Preparations

    Chapter 51: Preparations

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao thought for a bit. He did not seem to have anything on next weekend, so he replied : [Sure, which day to be exact? Ill book my ne ticket.] [DB.MHF: The performance match is on Sunday afternoon, so were leaving Sunday morning. There will be many people in the venue, and the ce is hard to find too. Ill book the ticket for you. Youe to the base earlier on Sunday, well leave together.] [MelonRind: Fi-god, do you have a younger sister?] [DB.MHF: ?] [MelonRind: In other words, do you have a younger sister as sweet and virtuous as yourself? I would like to devote myself to her.] [DB.MHF: Are you tired of living?] [MelonRind: That thought does not exist.] [MelonRind: Rest assured Fi-god, I will arrive early. I wont hold up everyones time!] [DB.MHFL: Mm. My phone number is the same as my WeChat number. Keep in touch by phone then.] [MelonRind: Alright.] After sending the alright, Ji Zhiyao first copied Mo Huaifengs WeChat number and saved it. Then, he opened an app, checked the price for a first ss air ticket to W City, and returned to the chat again. [MelonRind: Transferring 1399 yuan to you.] [DB.MHF: ?] [MelonRind: Money for the air ticket. Mix battleteam is so luxurious, so we must be flying first ss. Ive seen through it all.] [DB.MHF: ...] [DB.MHF: The air ticket is paid by the team, no need to pay me. When we reach there, you can just buy everyone lunch.] [MelonRind: Okay, you can count on me. I guarantee you guys good food and drinks!] Sending thest line, Ji Zhiyao began to search for famous restaurants in W City and noted remarks as he searched. He had not browsed for long when the phone held in his hand sounded with a ding ding dong dong ringtone. The number belonged to S City locally, and the number was unknown. Ji Zhiyao swiped the answer key to the right, cing the phone by his ear. Hello. May I know if this is Ji Zhiyao? The female voice on the other side of the call had a gentle tone and gave a favorable impression. I am. Hello, I am the Xiaoyu, the head of the Contracts Department at Salted Egg Livestream. Weve just taken a look here. Your contract ends on the 17th of this month, so I would like to check if you would intend to renew your contract. You are now an experienced broadcaster, and should you choose to renew, other than raising your basic sry by twenty thousand, the ratio for profits would also reach 7:3. If you would like to renew the contract, we will draft up a new contract for you. Expiring? Thats fast. Ji Zhiyao was a little surprised. He recalled the dates for a bit. It was also around this timest year that he started livestreaming, and calcting the time, it was indeed almost a year. Within a year, he rose four levels from a regr broadcaster to an experienced one, but he had not heard of whichever level with such wonderful benefits. It was unexpected that Salted Egg Livestream, in order to keep him, would directly offer such attractive terms. From the sry to profits ratio, everything was extensively improved. Salted Egg Livestream was quite credible, and especially since he was in university right now, he had much more time, and it was also more convenient for him to livestream. Thus, Ji Zhiyao was not about to reject the renewal. However, remembering that he was going to watch the tournament next weekend and might not be able to receive the contract in time, he said, I have some things on recently. Could you wait till the 15th to contact me again? Alright, then Ill get in touch with you when the timees. Thank you. After he hung up, Ji Zhiyao continued to lie on the desk to write and doodle. ... S City, airport. A group of big boys dressed in red and white short sleeves and jeans walked in from outside the airport. Following them were a smiling boy around the same age and several serious figures formally dress, and thisbination caught ones attention however one looked at them. They were good-looking too, the tallest one amongst them especially. His looks were not inferior to a movie star. Although he was frowning and giving off cold air all over, it did not affect his handsomeness one bit. Chapter 52

    Chapter 52: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Mo Huaifeng became conscious of the gazes from the people around on him, and his brows involuntarily knitted tighter and tighter. His voice was alsopletely cold. Faster. The several of them did not speak and quickened their footsteps, moving towards the VIP waiting lounge. This impatient behavior of Mo Huaifeng waspletely different from what Ji Zhiyao had seen before, and he could not help but stare, slightly astonished at the back view of the young man. Nuo, who was beside him, squeezed over, looked over following his line of vision, and said with some hints of realization, Brother, hold tight. Ji Zhiyao looked up surprised. Is Fi-god usually so... fierce? Thest time they met, though Mo Huaifengs act of dragging him to y Ludo was a little strange, his attitude was undoubtedly very friendly... Nuo replied. No no no, this is Captains morning temper. Hes like this when he cant wake up properly. Ji Zhiyao ohed in reply, reaching out to hold the ss door of the lounge that was about to close. The VIP lounge was very quiet. People in twos and threes sat on the seats, and although there were also curious nces in their direction, it was much betterpared to the noisy and chaotic atmosphere and open stares outside. The low pressure around Mo Huaifeng also gradually became warmer. Everyone found a row of empty seats and sat down. Yuan Wei and another assistant went to attend to the boarding procedures while the remaining members dozed off hugging their arms. Nuo, who was extremely awake earlier, had also yawned several times in a row. His head tilted, and he fell asleep leaning on K. Ji Zhiyao sat upright in the middle, all alone. After he looked from left to right at the Mix members who had copsed and nted all over, the feeling of everyone is drunk whereas I am sober arose spontaneously. He saw Mo Huaifeng beside him who was resting with his eyes closed. His facial features were chiseled, eyshes thick and dark, and even with the tworge dark circles beneath his eyes, he was still exasperatingly handsome. Even though Ji Zhiyao identified himself as a straight guy, he could not hold back at the moment and looked at him longer. He did not expect that Mo Huaifengs senses were very acute. Mo Huaifeng did not even lift his eyelids and just questioned with his eyes shut. Youre not sleepy? Ji Zhiyao replied, slightly surprised. Im not. Knowing I had to wake up early, I went to bed around 10 pm yesterday. Mo Huaifeng opened his eyes, and his chocte brown eyes stared particrly seriously at Ji Zhiyao as if he was looking at a rare new species. Ji Zhiyao asked, I slept too early? What time did you guys sleep? 4 am. Ji Zhiyao nced speechlessly at the sky outside the window. It was only 9 am now, and if he estimated that they only used one hour to wake up ande to the airport, this bunch of inte-addicted youths had only slept at most four hours! Dont you still have a performance tournament in the afternoon? You guys slept toote. Mo Huaifengzily leaned back with his eyelids half-opened and half-closed. A hand of his reached into his pocket and fished out a box of peppermint mints, pouring one on his palm and throwing it into his mouth. His tone was slightly muffled. We invited Bug battleteam for the performance tournament, and we havent yed against them in a long while, so I stayed upst night to study videos and data. Ji Zhiyao nodded. He had heard of Bug battleteam, the team that ced second in the national qualifiers two years ago, who was considered to be a more capable team locally. It had not urred to him that for just a performance match, Mix battleteam would invite such an opponent. Aside, Mo Huaifeng seemed to have guessed Ji Zhiyaos thoughts. Swallowing the mint below his tongue, he spoke in a low, listless tone. Mixs performance matches have never invited non-professional teams. If we thrash other teams, its easy for us to have bad rumors attached to us. Its said to be a performance tournament, but its actually more like an open training tournament. It must be very exciting. Mo Huaifeng nced to side slightly, realizing that the brows and eyes of the big boy four years his junior were slightly curved. Seeing that Ji Zhiyao had lots of confidence in them, he could not help but want to tease him a bit. Chapter 53

    Chapter 53: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios But before this intention could be realized, Yuan Wei and the assistant who had obtained the boarding passes pushed opened the door and walked over, waking up the drowsy bunch. Time to wake up young masters! If you guys continue to sleep, we wont make it in time to board! Nuo reluctantly got up from Ks shoulder, Xiao and Heng rubbed their eyes, and the midner reserve Xiaofei shook his head forcefully with exhaustion stered all over their faces... Only Ji Zhiyao, who was sober, and Mo Huaifeng, who had not fallen asleep the whole time, were the odd ones out, silently watching the chaotic scene. Yuan Wei was a mother, working hard withoutints as he distributed their individual items to them. Everyone in Mix habitually took their items from him with one hand, not even wanting to carry out any additional actions. Ji Zhiyao received his things with both hands and added a thank you, Brother Yuan Wei, which made Yuan Wei so touched that tears welled in his eyes. He stuffed the fresh coffee that he had just bought to Ji Zhiyao, and with an expression full of affection, he said, You must be thirsty, drink some. Ji Zhiyao held the coffee with a fragrant and mellow aroma. He looked across the five people who seemed like they would doze off in the next second, somehow feeling that they needed the coffee more than he did to refresh their minds. Brother Yuan Wei, where did you get the coffee? Ill go get a few more cups. What? Yuan Wei first turned nk and then waved his hand with a distasteful expression on his face. They still have to sleep on the ne, and if they drink coffee, they wont be able to sleep. Then, they will create troubleter. Seeing a shred of lingering fear in his eyes, Ji Zhiyao estimated that Yuan Wei had received his fair share of suffering in the past. Thus, he smiled and lifted his hand, moving the opening of the coffee cup to his mouth. The next second, the coffee was taken away by someone. Ji Zhiyao blinked. His vision met his empty hand, and he looked up and realized Mo Huaifeng was chugging the coffee with his head raised and his Adams apple rolling up and down. Light shone onto the paper cup, and it could obviously be seen that he had drunk more than half of the coffee. Ji Zhiyao looked silently at Yuan Wei, soundlessly rebuking him for providing false intelligence. Yuan Wei asked, Captain, what are you doing? Last time I got you coffee, other than drinking two mouthfuls the first time, youve never drunk anymore after. Oh yes yes yes, because of the two mouthfuls of coffee you were sleepless on the ne, after wended, you even specially used a bot on my ount to drop me to Gold rank. Now that I bought a cup of coffee for NoHomo, you thene and snatch it? Do the things you snatch taste particrly better? Have you not graduated, still in kindergarten? Mo Huaifengs pupils moved. With his thin lips moving away from the edge of the coffee cup, he simply replied. Thirsty. Yuan Wei continued. Why must you drink coffee if youre thirsty? If you cant fall asleepter, dont me me. K. The exchange between the two of them ended with a simple and forceful K by Mo Huaifeng, and Yuan Wei, who had initially nned to seek justice for Ji Zhiyao, sessfully forgot about the entire matter under the oppression of the team dictator. ... Ji Zhiyao stared at the two. Ji Zhiyao asked, Brother Yuan Wei, which counter are the drinks from? I shall go get a cup myself. Oh oh oh okay, turn right after you walk of the door and go straight for a few hundred meters... Tsk. Mo Huaifengs porcin pale fingers pinched the edge of the paper cup, pausing with each word. Brother. Yuan. Wei. You can go get it for him. He uttered the first word lightly, and the gap between the subsequent two words was very short. Ji Zhiyao and Yuan Wei both took several seconds to react. The former oh-ed in his heart while thetter red harshly at Mo Huaifeng, his face a dark red, and left angrily. The group of five who had not slept since being woken up by Yuan Wei suddenly let out a burst of loudughter. ... It took a total of one and a half hours to fly towards W City. The seats in first ss were very spacious, though not enough to satisfy the boys heights. Butpared to other seats, they could already sleep ratherfortably. Although Ji Zhiyao was not sleepy, after browsing through several boring magazines, he decisively threw the magazines aside and leaned back in his seat to rest. Chapter 54 - Glass

    Chapter 54: ss

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao had not expected that he would fall asleep again as he leaned. When he woke up again, it was an hour and twenty minutester, and the ne was about tond. He tried his best to peel open his sleepy eyes, but as he was very drowsy, they almost closed once more... until a cold smooth circr object was ced on his forehead. Ji Zhiyao, with a sudden jerk, bepletely awake. Turning his head, he met a pair of eyes with no hint of sleepiness in it. Ji Zhiyao looked down and saw the ss held in Mo Huaifengs hand. As the temperature of the water in it was too low, it led to a ring of condensation forming around the ss, and he roughly understood that this ss was the reason he woke up in an instant. Ji Zhiyao stretched his aching neck and casually asked, Fi-god, you didnt sleep for a bit? Mo Huaifeng was expressionless. The coffee was too concentrated. A chill went down Ji Zhiyaos spine for no reason. Just as heughed dryly, thinking of changing the topic, he heard Mo Huaifeng ask seriously, Do you want to y a few ranked matches afternding? Recalling Yuan Weis tragic history of being forcefully dropped to Gold rank, Ji Zhiyao shook his head in rejection somberly. Its okay. K. Mo Huaifeng bowed his head to drink some water and said after a while, Werent you not sleepy? Ji Zhiyao also did not know how he fell asleep in the blink of an eye. Looking all innocent, he replied. Perhaps because my body is developing, I need more sleep. K. Ji Zhiyao, at this point, was not very sleepy anymore but still asked for a ss of iced water from the air stewardess. Preparing to thoroughly awaken his whole body, he drank the water while listening to Xiao and K, who were seated in the row in front, quietly discussing Bug battleteams habitual techniques in jungling, as well as Mo Huaifengs low voice beside him imparting strategies to Nuo across the aisle. The exhaustion in their eyes was obvious, but their eyes were all bright. Even if it was the victory of just a performance tournament, everyone still participated with their greatest efforts, making ns for the whole group known as Mix battleteam. Such a feeling was very intriguing and totally different from usual times he yed games in the livestream room. Just like... the six of them was an entire unit that could never be broken no matter what, and outsiders would not be able to assimte and would not be able to understand easily, whereas he was always only a lone fighter. Ji Zhiyao became a little dazed, onlying back to his senses when a flight announcement reminding passengers that they were about tond sounded. At this time, other than Yuan Wei and his assistant speaking about how to move to the venue, everyone else had stopped talking as if the discussion about strategies hade to the stage of a mid-game timeout. Ji Zhiyao ced his ss aside and then realized that Mo Huaifeng was examining him with his head slightly tilted. Fi-god? What are you thinking about? Ji Zhiyao kept silent for a few seconds and smilingly replied. A little envious of you guys. ? Although it is not easy to fulfill the dream of wearing the red g with five stars standing on the podium for the international league, to be with a group of people with amon goal working hard for the same cause, even if the journey is arduous, it is probably also very interesting. The surrounding air sunk into silence, and Ji Zhiyao looked up, seeming a little lost as he asked, Do you not think this way? Mo Huaifeng stared fixedly at him for a while, made a tsk sound, and spoke. Rather well said. Since you are so envious, want toe to Mix? Well leave a post for you. Then you can shine with us. What post? A battleteam manager like Brother Yuan Wei? Isnt that good? Then I think its okay, my ount is Challenger ranked. If I continuously use bots and drop in rank, I will get reported. I was only nning to keep a vacancy for a janitor for you. You actually thought of being a battleteam manager? Mo Huaifeng paused and came to a conclusion. Too arrogant. Chapter 55 - Let’s Go

    Chapter 55: Lets Go

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Alighting the ne and boarding the car, Ji Zhiyao stuck closely to Nuo the whole time, not sitting by Mo Huaifeng anymore. K noticed, grinningly nced at the man who was tantly stretching out his long legs in the back seat, and turned back to ask Ji Zhiyao. Why did you abandon our Captain? Hearing this question, the five people, Xiao, Heng, Nuo, Xiaofei, and Yuan Wei, all perked up their ears at once with eyes exceptionally wide and bright. Ji Zhiyao replied. I treat him as a friend, but he wants me to be a nanny. Before the five had figured out what exactly that meant, they heard a sneer from the man in the backseat, who had originally shut his eyes to rest. Sensing everyones gaze, he opened his eyes. Have all of you already thought of how to trash Bug? The authoritativeness of the team dictator instantly left them shivering. The tournament was set to start at 1:30 PM, so the people of Mix battleteam still had time to get lunch. Yuan Wei looked at the navigator on his phone while asking, Young masters, what do you guys want to eat? Ill search if there are any ces around the venue. The discussion went on noisily for ten over minutes with everyone talking at once, and they finally decided to have charcoal barbecue. Yuan Wei hurriedly searched for a restaurant using the GPS. Ji Zhiyao recalled the notes he had made previously, and he found the screenshots from his gallery and read through them carefully once more. Then, he raised his phone in Yuan Weis direction. Brother Yuan Wei, I know a barbecue ce thats not bad, and its quite close to the venue too. Why dont we go get that? Ill treat. The whole group held their phones and stared at him. Ji Zhiyao exined. The team helped me to buy my air ticket, so Ill treat everyone to a meal. Yuan Weis expression looked like he had a lot to say but did not know where to start. The team bought your ticket? Was it not? Nuo, who was the closest to him, patted his back. If we want to im expenses for anything the team spends, we have to apply to the top management. Basically once a month, before the ims, it is always Captain who helps to pay first. Ji Zhiyao looked at him with a puzzled expression. ? Nuo continued. Captain bought the air ticket, but Ipletely approve of your idea of wanting to treat everyone to lunch using Captains money. ... He looked back, ncing at the person who was using the nket to cover his head, appearing to be sleeping very peacefully. But the idea of buying a meal also came from Mo Huaifeng? This person seemed to be unbelievable. ... As they were rushing for time, they did not stay too long for this charcoal barbecue lunch. Everyone put down their chopsticks after being almost full. When Ji Zhiyao saw that a good half of them were done, he found an excuse to leave and went to pay the bill. When Mo Huaifeng walked to the checkout counter with his wallet after everyone was done eating, he was informed that someone had already paid. He turned back to look at Ji Zhiyao, did not say anything, kept his wallet, and beckoned everyone to board the car to move to the venue. It was drizzling in W City, but it was not humid. Instead, the air was slightly cool. When the group arrived at the stadium, the people waiting outside to enter almost drowned out the entrance. This was Ji Zhiyaos first time going to the venue to watch a performance tournament, and he could not help but be left speechless when he saw so many people with either Mix or Bug support drawings drawn on their faces and arms. On the other hand, the others appeared to be surprised at nothing, bowing their heads to check that everything was right with their peripherals device bag. The van stopped at the back door of the stadium, and everyone pulled open the doors to alight. With his VIP ticket, Ji Zhiyao should be entering through a specific ticket entrance at the front door, but the front was too crowded, so he decided to walk around to the front first and wait a little while outside before entering. Just as he was about to let Mo Huaifeng know, he saw Mo Huaifeng walking in his direction. Stopping before him after a few steps, he said lightly, Lets go, were entering. Chapter 56 - The First Battle

    Chapter 56: The First Battle

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Not entering through the front entrance? Mo Huaifeng nced at him, and the color of his pupils seemed to convey that he was in a good mood. We can use the back entrance. Ji Zhiyao looked up at the door in front of him. It seems... it really is a back door . The corner of his lip twitched as he followed behind Mo Huaifeng and entered the stadium. After many turns, they reached the inside. Everyone in Mix had to move to the resting rooms to get ready. Ji Zhiyao bid them goodbye for the time being and then went towards the VIP viewing deck. The VIP ticket that Mo Huaifeng left for him was one of the best spots: first row, closer to the tournament stage but also right in the center, facing therge screen. Ji Zhiyao sat down after verifying the seat number on his ticket and yed with his phone while waiting for the tournament to begin. Half an hourter, the Heroes theme song reverberated through every corner of the stadium, and Ji Zhiyao put his phone away and looked towards the tournament stage. The first to enter was Bug Battleteam. Ji Zhiyaos knowledge of this battleteam was not that deep, and his impression of them also merely stopped at the ones dressed in weird green team uniforms. Now it seemed, he should add on another line, all members have well-proportioned physiques, all lovable fatties. Although they were fat, they were not greasy at all. Instead, each of them with their smiley eyes looked a little like the God of Fortune. Hence, the name of their fans was known as Fortune Cats. Next was Mix battleteams entrance. He must say that each and every one of the Mix members were very pleasing to the eyes after tidying their hairstyles, and this point could be seen from the incessant screams from the female fans below the stage that began after they appeared. Exactly how handsome Mo Huaifeng was needed no extra description, and as for the rest of them, the worst was still clean and handsome, very worthy of their nickname, eSports scenes visual representative team. Both teams brought their equipment and entered the waiting area. After they took their seats, the twomentators on the stage began to introduce the rules: Using the same tournament system as the national qualifiers, both teams will y a 1v1 match, a 3v3 match, and three 5v5 matches. The team with three of five victories wins, and there are no restrictions to having to match positions across. First match, Mixs midner reserve versus Bugs jungler, Boom. The Heroes valley appeared on therge screen. Ji Zhiyao ced his arm on the white guardrail before him, and as the atmosphere slowly turned tense, he started to concentrate. When Xiaofei was recruited into Mix Battleteam as a recruit two years ago, he was young with fast hand speed and an active mind. Though he was stillcking that tiny bit in terms of technique, when singled out, he was already a midner that was above average in national standards. On the other hand, Boom had always been the jungler since Bug Battleteam was formed. He, as his name implied, had a radical and violent ying style, but in an unfavorable match, he could also hold his own. Seeing these two people in a 1v1, Ji Zhiyao was more worried about Xiaofei even though midners were considered to be more advantageous in singlene development. Xiaofei had not participated in manyrge-scalepetitions, so it was easy for his mentality to be unstable, while Boom was the exact opposite and naturally had an advantage over him. The facts proved that Ji Zhiyao had not guessed wrongly. When Boom strongly relied on technique and brutally imed first blood, Xiaofeis mentality was already rather unstable. His mistakes were repeatedly caught by Boom, so much that he had not even gotten a kill from Boom and was directly KO-ed and defeated. The first match ended. Bug was victorious. Xiaofei left the stage a little depressed and returned to the waiting area. Ji Zhiyaos vision followed him and realized that the other members of Mix did not seem to be very affected emotionally. Mo Huaifeng even reached out and patted Xiaofeis shoulder... Everything seemed to be as they had expected, and this tournament in their eyes was only used to sharpen Xiaofei and help him to find out his problems. A minuteter, the 3v3 lineup appeared on the screen. Mix topner K, solo-mid Heng, and ADC Fi-god, vs Bug midner DiamondJ, jungler Boom and ADC Qiang. Chapter 57 - The Second Match

    Chapter 57: The Second Match

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The horn sounded, and the match began. Commentator Soymilk: Honestly, I was looking forward more to this 3v3 match. Fi-god has been my idol for my entire lifetime, so this crazy fangirl shall not exin herself. Commentator Sugarpack: I thought the same too. Boom, as the top 13th jungler on the international ranks, did not face Fi-god directly at the previous national qualifiers. What performance would these two famous yers with ces on the international ranks bring, I already cannot wait to see. In the two minutes of thementators exchange, K and Qiang were in a continuous standoff, and Heng and DiamondJ were also stuck in the midne killing minions while eyeing each other at the same time. The only unknownne was Boom and Mo Huaifeng. However, Boom started to jungle, and there was temporarily no one controlling thene. Mo Huaifeng grabbed this chance, swiftly releasing several sets of abilities to clean up the minions. His actions were clear-cut and not in the least sloppy. Soymilk clutched her chest. Right now, Boom is continuously jungling to level up, whereas Fi-gods strength ispletely focused on pushing the turret. AHHHHHHHH My idols godlike handling was all given to this wave of minions. Did you see that? That was so attractive!! Currently, I have the thought of wanting to enter the match and bing a minion NPC 1 . Sugarpack: Wake up from your fantasies. If you continue wailing like this, when the tournament ends, Fi-gods fangirls will seize you by your cor, throw you out, and then let Booms fans give you a beating. Why are you only praising Fi-god? Isnt my Boom idol handsome too? The live atmosphere became even more lively, and there were even people whistling while watching on. Soymilk quickly changed the topic. Right now, we are cing our attention on the tournament. At this rate, when the two meetter, there will probably be a slight difference in levels since there isnt much EXP 1 to gain from pushing turrets. On therge screen, Boom finished jungling and returned to thene, and Mo Huaifeng had already destroyed half of the defense turret. He did not face Boom front on, and instead, while Boom was dealing with the minions, he entered the jungle and killed creeps to develop, swiftly advancing from level two to level three. Then, he returned to his original post and continued killing creeps to progress. As Mo Huaifeng continued to roam and develop, Bug had already lost a turret at the bottomne; currently, Mo Huaifengs gold was also leading by several hundred, and he bought a very good pair of elerating boots. Then, taking advantage of the fact that Boom was dealing with the minions, he rushed to the midne, feeling his way through the bushes. At this point, Heng purposely slipped up, luring DiamondJ to exploit his edge in hot pursuit. Mo Huaifeng jumped out of the bush and after a set ofbined attacks, finished off DiamondJ right away. Nice! Fi-gods godlike hand speed has appeared once more! Why did Fi-god and Heng exchangenes? Is this a new strategy? Heng moved along the bushes and arrived at the bottomne whereas Mo Huaifeng initially seemed to be going towards the topne but, halfway through, turned around in a bush and reverted back to midne after taking the blue buff. Making use of the fact that DiamondJ, who had just respawned, had not totally grasped the situation, Mo Huaifeng hid in the bushes and attacked from a distance, sessfully gaining another kill. The topne was very well defended by K. He did not give the opponent any chance the whole time, whereas, at the bottomne, Heng was wretchedly developing while hiding under the turret. With the early advantage created by Mo Huaifeng, Mix progressed steadily, made full use of the edge that they had, and clinched the victory for this 3v3 match. Congrattions to Mix Battleteam for clinching the win for this 3v3! The word Victory sounded, and Ji Zhiyao, who was seated below the stage, just like the all of the Mix fans, apuded with all his might. For the third round, 5v5, other than the reserves for each team, all the members of both teams were up. This was also the first time Mix and Bug battleteam were meeting with aplete line-up sincepeting against each other at the national qualifiers two years ago. Chapter 58 - Daddy Will Teach You a Little Lesson

    Chapter 58: Daddy Will Teach You a Little Lesson

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The cheers in the stadium almost overturned the roof. Not only were a crowd of males roaring at the top of their voices, but even the youngdies below the stage with exquisite makeup were also shouting until their cheeks were red. They were using the same method to cheer for the different battleteams that they liked. Soymilk sighed. Seeing such a sight, I have something that I really want to do now. Sugarpack: What is it? Could it be wanting to go up andpete? This thought of yours is very dangerous~ Soymilk: What even? Im so angry! Who said I wanted to gopete? There are so many professionals here, and I still know my limits deep down alright? Pausing for a moment, he said, I only wanted to give three loud kowtows to the organizer as a way of thanking them for allowing us toe and witness such a historical scene. Sugarpack responded. Do you still have any bit of principles! What are principles? Can it be eaten? Seeing that the ten people on stage were prepared and simultaneously logging on to Heroes, the initially bustling stadium also gradually quietened down. Soymilk cleared his throat and announced a little excitedly. Mix VS Bug, the 5v5 match officially begins. The entire map of Heroes Valley officially unfolding! Ji Zhiyao directed his vision towards therge screen. All five people of Mix battleteam chose champions that were stronger early game, using this to counter Bugs usual strategy of dragging the match to theter stages. Hence, in the earlier stages where all the members of Mix were in rather good conditions, Bug battleteam was heavily pressured on all threenes. Although Booms ying style in jungle was aggressive as always and that Xiao was being unable to gain much of an edge, he could still maintain their chance of winning at 5:5, not being suppressed. After Heng managed to first push down a turret in the midne, Xiao saw an opportunity and, relying on their advantage started a midner and jungler team-up, caused a small scale 2v3 team fight to first start in the midne. Midner DiamondJ struggled to hold on, and right then, Qiang and his little support cut through the jungle and waited in a bush near the midne. When Heng and Xiao forced DiamondJ to continuously retreat and were almost nearing the bush, the opponents support threw two stunning abilities with different effect durations right onto them, and both were caught at the same time. DiamondJ stopped retreating and began attacking with Qiang! Two sets ofbined abilities with different effects attacking simultaneously! Heng left with half of his health! Xiao left with half of his health! This was the end of the stunning effect, and Heng and Xiao first used the alphabet route to retreat, dodging the damage, whilst swiftly moving their fingers on their left hand to counterattack. As DiamondJ and Qiangs health continued to fall, Hengs and Xiaos were dropping too. However, though their damage output was high, they were already left with only half of their health while the opponents still had a tank-support who could tank the damage at the front from time to time, their health continued to fall. Once they were left with a sliver of health, DiamondJ and Qiang moved forward. Suddenly from the bush on the other side, a figure leaped out and drew his bow. First blood! Double kill! Triple kill! Heng and Xiao, who could have died if they took one more attack, both sighed in relief. Heng: Captain, if you came anyter, you wouldnt be able to see your sons anymore. Mo Huaifeng: Im teaching you guys a lesson. Once you guys start wandering, you dont look at the mini-map. What are your eyes for? Xiao: Yes yes yes, daddys lecture is right. Whereas outside of the stage, Ji Zhiyao kind of wanted tough. About six to seven seconds before, Mo Huaifeng was already hiding in the small bush. He calmly watched the midner and jungler duo get bashed but just would not step out to help. In other words, he was unfeelingly watching them court death. Ji Zhiyao understood Mo Huaifengs point If you dont look at the mini-map, daddy will teach you a little lesson. Chapter 59 - Loss

    Chapter 59: Loss

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios After Mix finished off three of their opponents, the circumstances of the match became even clearer. Both middle and bottomnes thrived and clinched the win at the end. The third match ended; Mix and Bugs score was 2 to 1. Yet as the fourth match began, there was a shift in the bnce. Beginning from when Xiao counter-jungled at the start, other than staying in the jungle, all Boom had been doing was harass Xiao. There were many times where Xiao almost could not escape from Booms clutches. Subsequently, such situations became more apparent. Xiaos hand speed and handling evidently could not keep up, and he delivered a kill three consecutive times, directly bing the ATM which the opponent would gank on. Soymilk noticed something as well. This one isnt right. Brother Xiao had already jumped out of the surroundings, right? Why was he intercepted by Boom midway? Sugarpack responded, Yeah, I dont understand the match anymore. At the very least, Brother Xiao and Boom are able to maintain their chances at fifty-fifty in the jungle. Did he make a mistake this time around? Actually, its not just this once. It was the same when he was leaving Bugs jungle earlier. Boom originally couldnt catch up with Brother Xiao, but after that, Brother Xiaos walk became crooked. You shouldnt be called Soymilk, you should be called Jinx. ... Ji Zhiyao could see very clearly from below the stage. Every time Xiaos champion died, Xiao would forcefully fling his wrist, and it was very evident that his hand injury had rpsed. Until finally, they lost the fourth match. Ji Zhiyao felt like he was sitting on pins and needles. Especially a minuteter, when he saw Mix battleteams lineup was changed to midner Xiaofei, jungler Heng, he suddenly stood up and hurriedly left the viewing deck. ... Backstage, waiting room. Xiaos wrist was bing increasingly swollen at a rate that could be seen by the naked eye. It had been trembling non-stop since he left the stage. Even after spraying on the stabilizing spray that was specially prescribed for his use, there was no improvement in his hand. Yuan Wei stood beside Xiao, and the manager who was never serious looked extremely solemn at this point. Still okay? Yuan Wei twisted open a bottle of water and handed it over while asking in a low voice. Xiao received the bottle with his non-injured hand. In between, his lips even trembled because his wrist that was being massaged by the physiotherapist hurt too much. He took in a deep breath and smiled bitterly. His voice was a little hoarse. I dont think I can hang on. Wei, I might have to do the surgery. After Xiao said those words, the waiting room turned deathly silent, and even they physiotherapist who should be describing the state of Xiaos injury had shut up, not daring to speak even a word. Yuan Wei suddenly stood upright, pacing around the room in frustration. It was also now that he realized he was totally unlike how collected he was when he suggested to Mo Huaifeng to find a jungler reserve more than a month ago. He was extremely troubled in his heart. Three years ago, when Mix was first formed, he was already their manager. He witnessed them growing from youths unfamiliar with the affairs of the world into responsible young men; witnessed them training from one daylight to the other daylight to raise their international ranking; witnessed them y every single training tournament, performance tournament, national qualifier, and even standing on the international league stage a year ago and leaving regretfully at the end. Back then, their eyes were bright, and they personally vowed to return to the international stage three yearster. Yet now, he heard one of them say that he could not persevere on anymore. Just a big boy in his early twenties, how could it be that he had to one day temporarily bid this stage farewell and even probably... never return? Chapter 60 - Are You Okay?

    Chapter 60: Are You Okay?

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Xiaos hand injury evidently could not be cured just by conservative therapy. He had to make an appointment for surgery as early as possible. The sess rate of the surgery was slim. Only a miracle would allow Xiao to return to his peak, and 99.9% of the possibilities were that Xiaos golden era of his career would probably end. How could that be? After walking in an infinite number circles, Yuan Wei stopped and closed his eyes slightly, forcing out a smile. When we return to S city, lets go to the hospital for another examination. The condition might not be as bad as we think it is. Mm. Xiao agreed. Yuan Wei opened his mouth, wanting to say some consoling words, but swallowed them all back when he looked at Xiaos silent side profile. Just then, outside the door, a voice that they were not unfamiliar to and its owner came running hurriedly. Brother Xiao, Brother Yuan Wei. Yuan Wei looked up and saw Ji Zhiyao panting as he walked in and was slightly surprised. How did you get in? Theoretically, the room was guarded by security personnel outside of the backstage, and Ji Zhiyao should not have been able to enter the waiting area this easily. Ji Zhiyao stood still, and although he was answering Yuan Weis question, his nce kept moving towards Xiao who was silent. It was probably Fi-god who had notified them beforehand. I showed them my VIP ticket number, and they just let me in. Yuan Wei nodded and did not speak. Ji Zhiyao turned around. His tone was a little cautious as he spoke. Brother Xiao, are you okay? Xiao lifted his eyes and easily saw heartfelt concern and sincerity that could not be concealed in the youths eyes. Thus, he smiled, lifting his wrist as he pretended to put on a rxed front. Not too good, almost being bandaged into a pigs trotter by the physiotherapist. Ji Zhiyao forcefully lifted the corner of his lips. He could see very clearly that it was extremely taxing for Xiao when he did just the action of slightly lifting his hand earlier. The perspiration on his forehead had long since be trickles. He pursed his lips, not knowing what he should say. Turning over, he saw the small wall-mounted television in the waiting room disy the word DEFEAT. This meant that their team who was currentlypeting outside had lost... His mood followed and became even more gloomy. Midner reserve Xiaofei going on middlene, midner Heng to the jungle... this defeat that had been anticipated much earliering true in a mere twenty minutes was really adding insult to the injury. A few minutester, five people filed in. Mo Huaifeng walked right at the front. The person he had seen at first nce was Ji Zhiyao. However, his expression was very indifferent, and he shifted his gaze onto Xiao. The unhappiness from losing the tournament came second this time. Is your hand still okay? Chapter 61 - Fans

    Chapter 61: Fans

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Xiao grumbled in part truth. Its not. Im dying from the pain. Captain, lets return to S City. Mm. The group of them took the earliest flight back to S City. The excitement that ran high on their way here had turned into a dull silence. Theynded in S City, alighted the ne, and boarded the van. The van was Mix battleteams private business van, and they first brought everyone to the base to grab their stuff and then headed straight to the hospital. In between, Ji Zhiyao did not leave. Instead, he had followed them to the hospital and apanied Xiao through the CT scans and consulting the doctor. However, when the doctor was exining his condition, Ji Zhiyao silently left the room and did not listen in together. He did not belong to Mix after all, and Xiaos injury was part of the teams privacy. It was not right for him to listen in on the details of his condition. Feeling a little spaced out, Ji Zhiyao sat on the long bench outside of the doctors office and yed with his phone. He waited for a very long time, and had almost gone through every app on his phone and, atst, scrolled to news about todays tournament on Weibos trending search. [Iamthepasserby: Watched the performance of Mix battleteam against Bug battleteam live today, Although the little older brothers were all very handsome, visuals cannot make up for my disappointment towards Mix battleteam anymore. The difference between their score wasnt great but I could easily tell that the Mix jungler was struggling towards the end and couldnt keep up with the pace. Such capability is really worrisome.] [fruitjuiceinmineralwater: Dont make meugh, they were the champion team of the national qualifiers two years ago after all. Are they really nning to participate in the national qualifiers a yearter in such conditions?] [woodenfish123123: I just want to ask a question, will there still be a Chinese eSports team at the international league two yearster?] [Imnotlisteningtowhatyousay: Really, a jungler has to carry the pace of the game. What had Xiao even done? Didnt they lose too badly? Who said he was fifty-fifty against Boom? Imughing so damn hard my tooth is going to fall out.] There were many manyments like this, and some were even intolerable to read. Ji Zhiyao, with a frown, read through all these posts, and he read until his eyes hurt. For countless times, he had tapped opened the text box and wanted to tell all these people that Xiao was still in the hospital, yet he could not reply anything and could only watch the Weiboments spread at a rate of 10ments per second. A few posts contained images of him with a worried frown in the audience. Then iming to be his fans, the posts tagged him toe out and make clear if Xiao was really such a lousy yer. Ji Zhiyao wanted to hurl his phone onto the faces of his fans. He fell back heavily in the chair, and some strands of loose hair fell before his forehead, blocking a small part of his view. Ji Zhiyao squinted his eyes, suddenly finding that a part of the lighting from above had dimmed. He looked up a little surprised and realized that Mo Huaifeng had, from not sure when,e out from the doctors office. A cigarette was clipped between the joints of his fingers, but it remained unlighted. His eyes were deep and serene, so dark that he almost could not breathe. Ji Zhiyao stiffened slightly, taking quite a while toe back to his senses. Standing up, he looked towards the empty space behind him. Fi-god, Brother Xiao.. Mo Huaifeng cut him off. Ill send you back to school first. Well talk on the way. Ji Zhiyao paused for a second, speaking slowly. Its okay, Fi-god, you dont have to send me. I can just book a ride on an app. Mo Huaifengs dark brown pupils looked over unblinkingly, making Ji Zhiyaos sentence break off abruptly, atst nodding reluctantly. There was no other reason. Mo Huaifeng seemed to be in a really bad mood. The two of them did not use the elevator but took to the stairs. It was dinner time right now, so there were not many people at all in the stairways. The lighting was a little dim, like their depressed moods. Chapter 62 - Ji Zhiyao

    Chapter 62: Ji Zhiyao

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Going down a few levels, Ji Zhiyao turned his head, slightly looking up at the person beside him. Fi-god, what did you want to say? Keeping silent for a while, Mo Huaifeng spoke up. Regarding Xiaos injury, you dont have to be too worried. An appointment for a surgery a monthter has been made. The doctor said that his condition isnt considered to be too serious, and theres a very high chance of recovering. Ji Zhiyaos tensed up nerves eased, and his brows slightly rxed. Thats good. Both people walked downstairs and went past a mart in front of the hospital entrance. Ji Zhiyao was a little thirsty. Stopping, he asked, Fi-god, Im going to get some drinks. What do you want? C. Okay, give me a moment. As he watched Ji Zhiyao stride with his long legs into the mart, the cigarette that Mo Huaifeng had between his fingers was between his lips in a spin. Ji Zhiyao came back out with two bottles of C and found Mo Huaifeng smoking by the roadside. His back was broad and firm, and his build wasnky. Clipped between his slender fingers was a spark that was dim now and bright next, as if it would be extinguished by the cold air from his body in the next second. Simr to a portable refrigerator. However, Ji Zhiyao had to admit that the image of Mo Huaifeng standing by the roadside and smoking,pared to him lying on his stomach ying Chinese checkers, fitted better with the image of the national idol of the eSports scene which everyone had in their heart. Ji Zhiyao took a few steps and handed the C over. Mo Huaifeng kept the cigarette in his mouth and mumbled a thanks but did not twist open the bottle cap. Ji Zhiyao took a few mouthfuls himself and said, Fi-god, if theres nothing else, Ill book a ride back to school. Mo Huaifeng took a puff all of a sudden. A momentter, brown pupils stared at him. I have something I want to discuss with you. Ji Zhiyao was dazed, slightly doubting his own ears. Something to discuss with him? For Fi-god, other than inviting him to y games, what else would there be for them to discuss? Opposite of him, Mo Huaifeng recalled the words that Xiao had specially pulled him aside to tell him earlier in the doctors office. He did not keep quiet for long and asked, The posts online, did you see them? Although Ji Zhiyao had not figured out how this was rted to what Mo Huaifeng had wanted to discuss with him, he still nodded. Did not sound very nice. Fi-god, tell Brother Xiao to not look at them. He had long guessed that there would be people saying things, so he would not be bothered by these, Mo Huaifeng said. Professional yers are public figures. In addition, in the eSports scene, people praise and give hate ording to the general trend. Everyone has already prepared themselves before stepping into this scene. Ji Zhiyao mhm-ed in reply, paused for a second, and asked again, Then you wanted to ask... Your opinion, of this scene. Ji Zhiyao frowned slightly. A thought that did not correspond with reality suddenly formed in his heart but vanished in a sh again. He thought for a while and said honestly, Theres one line of chicken soup thats rather clich, but I must quote it: One who wants to wear the crown must bear its weight. Right now, the publics knowledge about eSports is too little, and there are many times where they force their ignorant and stubborn thinking on professional yers... But every professional yer has their own goal, and since you wish to strive for it, then you must express the manner of striving. The rules are like this: whatever you want, you must learn to bear. Mo Huaifengughed lightly. You are more mature than I thought. Ji Zhiyao looked at him with an expression like he had a lot to say. Fi-god, you dont need to disguise your tone to be so kind. ... Mo Huaifeng silently gazed at Ji Zhiyao for a moment. My proposal on the ne, want to consider it? Ji Zhiyao thought hard, and after several seconds, his expression became one that was wishing for death as he seemed to recall something. Fi-god... you really want me to work at Mix base as a janitor? No. Mo Huaifeng was left extremely speechless by Ji Zhiyaos slow reaction and said outrightly, Are you interested in bing Mixs jungler reserve? Chapter 63 - Professional Player

    Chapter 63: Professional yer

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyaos mind instantly shut down as he repeated after him. Jungler reserve? His expression looked slightly off after saying the two words. Even if Mix wanted to recruit a jungler reserve, Xiao was still staying in the hospital. How did Mo Huaifeng have the mood to bring this up now? And, why was it him? Ji Zhiyao was very aware of his own limitations. All he was was an amateur gaming broadcaster; his skills were enough to trash the rookies in regr matches but had totally no ce amongst the professional yers, not to mention his popritypared to Mixs... There were many more people better than him. He was just an ordinary person. Ji Zhiyao could not understand and looked at Mo Huaifeng. The cigarette in his hand had burned to the end, and Mo Huaifeng stubbed it out. His porcin pale fingers looked exceptionally pretty under the slightly dusky daylight. He seemed to be wording hisment and spoke after a while. Your technique is not too bad. Your proper conduct, passionate personality, and appearance fit in rather well with Mixs visuals criterion... Once Mo Huaifeng began to speak, Ji Zhiyao could not help but let out a hey in his heart. Knowing that this person was talking about his merits, he could not help but be a little proud. After he listened to several lines, the sound by his ear gradually dwindled, and Ji Zhiyao lifted his head, looking discontented, What else? ... Mo Huaifeng continued. Thick-skinned. Ji Zhiyao tsk-ed in reply. This is also one of my merits, but you dont go carelessly spreading it around yeah. ... Okay. Ji Zhiyao passed his hand over his face, and when he ced his hand down once more, he was already much more clear-headed. He did not give deep thought to Mo Huaifengs reason for inviting him and instead said, To be honest, Fi-god, from getting to know you to knowing all the Mix members subsequently, Ive always found myself to be especially lucky. But deep down, I know my own worth. Im still not too bad to be doing livestream and earning some spare cash. To be a professional yer, Im not at that standard. Ji Zhiyao lifted hisshes, and some bits of light in his dark pupils made him out to be especially innocent. He spoke honestly. Im not suitable. For some reason, Mo Huaifeng found this scene to be a little ring. He turned his head slightly. You dont want to be a professional yer? You dont want to aplish the goal of standing on the podium wearing the red g with five stars? I do. Perhaps because he had revealed all his thoughts, Ji Zhiyaos concerns had instead lessened by a lot. He licked the corner of his lips, and his pair of smiling eyes were slightly upturned. Everyone wants to be somebody, and Im no exception. But there is always a gap between ideas and reality, not to mention that my personal capabilities arent much, my techniques arent good enough, and my mentality isnt strong enough. Just take the point of my being in university, I still have to attend lessons every day. I cant train every day. Yet from what I know, the bases training system is full-time. He threw the difficult problem to Mo Huaifeng. I worked hard to enter S University, and the Law major is also something I really like, so I will not easily suspend my schooling to go y eSports. Mo Huaifeng frowned. Every eSports team had its own rules, and there were also clear regtions for the training timings of their professional yers. If Ji Zhiyao wanted to bnce both schooling and ying eSports, ording to the rules, it was basically impossible. Compared to Mo Huaifengs unknown emotions, Ji Zhiyao was much more rxed. He drank the remaining half of his C and leisurely stepped out to throw the bottle into the roadside bin. Then stopping before Mo Huaifeng, he raised his phone. Fi-god, I still have to return to school to umte my livestream duration, Ill leave first. Contact me if theres anything. Hold on. Ji Zhiyao turned around. Meeting with Mo Huaifengs eyes, his imposing manner instantly fell. He touched his nose helplessly. You cant bear for me to go? If you do not consider the objective factors, speaking solely from your point of view. Mo Huaifeng spoke very slowly, but it led to Ji Zhiyaos heart being lifted bit by bit. Are you willing toe to Mix battleteam to be a professional yer? Chapter 64 - Handsome Man

    Chapter 64: Handsome Man

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Fi-god was not just ordinarily patient... It must be said that when Ji Zhiyao heard Mo Huaifengs serious and solemn tone and felt the gaze on his body that came from Mo Huaifeng, he realized he could only speak truthfully with nothing to lose. ... Yes yes yes! Okay. Mo Huaifeng seemed very satisfied. He reached out and patted his shoulder. Go back. Ji Zhiyao looked at him with a puzzled expression. ? The kind of things like rules, you dont have to worry about them. Since I want you to join the team, I will definitely fight for you. Not that, Fi-god, why do you even do hard selling! The next time we meet, address me as Captain. ... Mo Huaifeng leaned half of his body out, gged a cab, and then shoved Ji Zhiyao into the vehicle. Against a gaze of disdain that he couldnt understand, he stuffed 200 yuan to the driver and said, S University, thank you. The driver took the money and moved half of his foot to go on the elerator. Mo Huaifeng waved slightly. See you next time, little reserve. ... Ji Zhiyao said hurriedly, Fi-god, you! ... The three words had just left his mouth, and Ji Zhiyao realized that Mo Huaifeng, who was standing outside of the window, had be a blur. This cab is going rather fast. ... In the evening, the crowd of little fangirls and fanboys scrolling Weibo amazingly realized that the MelonRind youth they were fans of actually posted aint status, which was extremely rare. [IndefiniteFutureV: Not only does the inte-addicted youth knows dirty tricks, but he also knows how to hard sell strategies in business.] In reply, his fan club said... [IndefiniteNoHomo National Hate Fans Assembly: Did someone pimp you? [doghead] ] ... At night, Ji Zhiyaos livestream cameter. The onlookers waiting in the IndefiniteNoHomo livestream room dumbfoundedly found their soft and innocent MelonRind in arge undershirt, shaking his leg, looking slovenly; there was even arge bag of melon seeds before him, a full two to three kilograms. Facing a pile of question markments, Ji Zhiyao tidied his hair while eximing sincerely deep down how handsome his extrarge face on the screen looked. Today, Im livestreaming for everyone the day-to-day of a bohemian man. [???] Ji Zhiyao finished his sentence, minimized the livestream room, and then put on a talent show that had been exceptionally popr recently. He chewed on the melon seeds while watching, even givingments from time to time. Dont these three people all look the same? Sorry, I cant differentiate the one you guys are talking about. So out of tune, doesnt even sound as good as me. You guys want to hear me sing? Sure, have you guys heard of The Taking of Tiger Mountain before? Ill sing a part. For this episode, you could actually cry from the start till the end for four hours... Could all the water on earth be the tears of all the poser young girls from ancient times? Ugly. Even I would look better than them in female wear. Yang Bing, Wen Heng, Ning Lichao: ... Yang Bing was facing a closet full of clothes and still had to listen to Ji Zhiyao nagging on with hisments. He was in great despair. Especially when he had wanted to ask for ideas from his dorm mates but saw the pair of flowery oversized pants on him, he felt even more hopeless. He looked silently towards Ji Zhiyao. After a few seconds, hearing Ji Zhiyao crunching on his melon seeds and not talking, he shouted in a very low voice from a distance, Old Ji, look at me. Ji Zhiyao turned back slowly. Yang Bing asked, These two sets Im holding, which looks better? You closed the windows to my soul. ? What are you saying? Make yourself clear. Hurts my eyes. Chapter 65

    Chapter 65: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Seeing Yang Bings expression that was turning green, Ji Zhiyao lifted his brow. Why are you picking out clothes? Um that, A big boy around 1.8 m suddenly became bashful. Xing Chuxue invited me to go to the library tomorrow. ? All three of them turned to look at Yang Bing. Ji Zhiyao first spun back to turn off the livestream and then smiled. Hey, not bad. Good things on the way? Thanks to your generosity. Yang Bing smiled like a fool. Ji Zhiyao stood up after switching off theputer. He said while he looked for his items for washing up, Thats because both of you hit it off well, what has it got to do with me? All the best to you. Strive to settle the goddess. I will! Ji Zhiyao mm-ed in reply and entered the bathroom. As he washed up, his entire mind was still thinking about what Mo Huaifeng had said about wanting him to go be a reserve. Was it possible? Ji Zhiyao had heard a lot about the happenings of the eSports scene, but he had never heard of the existence any special member in any eSports team who could not train ording to schedule. When Mo Huaifeng said that, the biggest possibility was that he did not want to be too harsh with his words and wanted to spare some feelings for both of them. Ji Zhiyao spit out the toothpaste foam expressionlessly and looked at himself in the mirror. Hand on his heart, if casting aside the external factors, he did still want to be a professional yer. He wanted to interact with the world that was very close to him but was one that he did not understand. ... S City, Mixs base meeting room. Yuan Wei looked with a constipated expression towards the person opposite him, suppressing for rather long before he said, Captain, do you still have any bit of principles? Mo Huaifeng drank a mouthful of ck coffee. The bitter and astringent taste made him frown lightly. He put down the cup. We must be responsible for what we say. You tell me, what did I say wrong? Yuan Wei said. You want the entire team to be a full Chinese team. I have no objections to that, and if you recruit a jungler reserve of an average standard, I have no objections too. But please tell me, with Ji Zhiyaos techniques and still not properly cooperating with the training timings, where is the possibility of Mix winning the national qualifiers? Im afraid even a training tournament would be difficult to win! Yuan Wei was rarely so agitated, especially when facing Mo Huaifeng. Usually, he was always the party being oppressed. Now that he was suddenly ring up with no forewarning, he was obviously desperate. Yes, he did not hate Ji Zhiyao, and he had even taken quite a liking to him. However, this was about the battleteams interests, and he had to think for the team. Wanting to recruit a jungler reserve was not only to work with the team in the midst of Xiaos treatment period but also to provide new possibilities for the team. In the worst scenario, if Xiaos standard was affected after the operation... this jungler would have to fill his spot, to y in the national qualifiers and even the international league. Ji Zhiyao did not have enough capability and did not have enough time either. What left Yuan Wei most speechless was that Ji Zhiyao had already rejected the offer, but Mo Huaifeng actually insisted on adjusting training timings for him, just so he could sessfully join the team. Was he crazy... Yuan Wei rubbed his head, calming his voice. Captain, in Heroess hundreds of servers for the entire China, there are more than ten thousand people at Challenger rank, and the number of gaming broadcasters cant be counted. Why must you make it to be Ji Zhiyao whoes? Besides, hes said it, he prefers studying over eSports. Do you not really know how to listen to the main points? Mo Huaifeng said, He is very suitable for the team, and everyone has no objections to him joining. Xiao especially told me yesterday to bring him to the base earlier. Yuan Wei, when all of us first came to Mix, we hadnt even reached the level of professional yers. Ji Zhiyao is different, and all he needs is a little guidance and high-level opponents. The two stared at each other for quite some time. Yuan Wei could note up with anymore arguments, and his anger subsided. The club definitely wouldnt agree. Im here for that, dont worry. Mo Huaifeng finished the coffee that had turned cold and lifted a smile. You just have to be responsible formunicating about the contract with the club and prepare to wee a new member into the team. Damn you, I got it. Chapter 66 - Hope and Despair

    Chapter 66: Hope and Despair

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios For three whole days, Ji Zhiyao was in low spirits. After the conversation that day, he had not heard from Mo Huaifeng at all. Although he had guessed that it was rather impossible to not suspend schooling while ying eSports, he had still secretly kept some hope. Now, the higher his hopes, the greater his disappointment. He had stopped logging on to Heroes. His livestream every day was about chewing melons and chitchatting, almost bing an eating broadcast. This night, Ji Zhiyao had just turned on his livestream camera when the notification light of his phone shed. He picked up his phone, and there was a new text: [LittleDisciple: Master, are you not going to guide me anymore?] Since returning from watching the performance tournament, Ji Zhiyao had not contacted his little disciple at all. Seeing the text, he replied: [You havent started school?] [LittleDisciple: I did. I have already done my homework.] [MelonRind: Lets not y Heroes. Master will teach how to y something else. Minesweeper? Solitaire? Kartrider Rush?] [LittleDisciple: ... Master, lets chat for a while.] [MelonRind: Sure, what do you want to chat about?] [LittleDisciple: Master, I heard from my Uncle that Mix battleteam is going to recruit a jungler reserve. Brother Xiao will guide him in ying step by step. By the way, theres more. Their whole team is all quite fond of that person.] Ji Zhiyao froze, and the traces of a smile at his brows gradually turned faded. No wonder Mo Huaifeng had not brought up the matter anymore. Turns out they had already found a new person for the spot, and the new member even got along rather well with them... His eyes focused as he typed. [MelonRind: Who is it? Have they made an official announcement?] [LittleDisciple: Not yet, what Im telling you is insider news~ [pleased] I heard such news can only be announced after the contract is signed. I guess its the same for my uncle and the rest.] [MelonRind: Oh, thats great. From now on, Mix will not be as passive.] Replying for thest time, Ji Zhiyao threw his phone aside. While he was reading thements on the screen, his expression was a little nk. Thements were stilling in. [QAQ What happened to my MelonRind? He was still talking andughing earlier, but after looking at his phone, he became like this... Did he fall out of love?] [MelonRind hasnt even been in love.] [Whats going on? Talk about it?] [An entire expression of craving to know.] [Is it really not falling out of love? There are already wrinkles between your brows from all that frowning.] Not too long, Ji Zhiyao came back to his senses. After he saw thements all over the screen that even covered up his cursor, his brows that had just smoothened out knitted together once more. He smiled forcefully. No girlfriend, stop randomly guessing. Im not in good condition, so Ill end the livestream here. With that, he unplugged the camera. Ji Zhiyao did not even take his phone, just threw himself right onto the bed, and stared at the ceiling. He stared and stared and unknowingly fell asleep. When he woke up again, it was an hourter. Ji Zhiyao was groggy for long, and he propped himself on his arms and sat up. As he was getting up, he found Wen Heng sitting by the bed, gazing at him with a heated gaze, and that gave him such a scare that he almosty back down again. Ji Zhiyao sat properly, not yet recovered from the shock. You like to secretly watch me sleep? ... Wen Heng held back forcefully and did not blow up, only asking, You were sleeping up to now? Ji Zhiyao did not understand why he was asking this question. Yeah, why? Wen Heng stayed silent for a moment then said slowly, Its chaos outside because of you, but youre sleeping quite peacefully here. Seeing Ji Zhiyao still confused, Wen Heng simply fiddled with his phone and ced it before him. Ji Zhiyao leaned closer, full of doubt. [Mix Battleteam OfficialV: Announcement: As the teams starting jungler @Mix.XiaoV has suffered a rpse of his hand injury and needs to undergo treatment, the team, after long deliberation, has invited @IndefiniteFutureV to be Mix Battleteams jungler reserve. New blood, new journey. The journey for the next national qualifiers is about to begin. Mix will definitely live up to everyones expectations and put in our utmost efforts to earn a ticket to the international league! Once again, we would like to thank all the teams fans for their support!] Chapter 67 - No Refunds

    Chapter 67: No Refunds

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao, with unblinking eyes, repeatedly read this post by Mixs official ount over ten times, even knowing exactly which punctuation was used where. Atst, he threw the phone back to Wen Heng, frantically got out of bed, and brought his phone to the balcony to make a call. This was his first time calling since saving Mo Huaifengs number, and he had not thought that it would be for this matter. The dialing tone rang twice, and Ji Zhiyao heard Mo Huaifengs hello and his own uncertain one. Fi-god, what does this mean? Why did I... suddenly be Mixs jungler reserve? Over the receiver, he heard rustling sounds from the other side like the faint noise of a stool being pushed back and the pping sound of slippers which then changed to Mo Huaifengs voice. Before the official ount published the post, I sent you a WeChat text. Did you not see that? Ji Zhiyao paused, recalling the one hour that he had slept for, instantly feeling f*cked. Mo Huaifeng continued unhurriedly. Your training timings will go ording to your timetable; annual sry of seven hundred thousand without bonus; only a fixed 40 hours of livestream duration monthly. Anymore questions? Yes. What? For example, my own opinions. At the entrance of the hospital, didnt you already agree? Without all these external factors you are very willing to be a professional yer, did you not say these words? Yes yes yes, I did say that! But an opinion and doing it are totally two different things, brother! Let alone, he had also been forced to say those words... Ji Zhiyao was extremely aggrieved. ... The club made an official announcement without giving me a call. Are you guys trying to abduct me? I dont agree. Then, he heard a lightugh from the other end,zily. Toote, no refunds. ... After hearing a little more from Mo Huaifeng about training timings, Ji Zhiyao hung up and entered the room. Weing him was the questioning gaze from Wen Heng, who was the only one left in the dorm. Ji Zhiyao said, I just found out too, um, do you want an autograph? ... Its okay, thanks. Ji Zhiyao sat onto the stool, logging on to Weibo with his own phone, which expectedlygged badly when he entered. He did not read both his tags and private messages but went right to Mixs official ount, leisurely tapping on repost after entering some words. [IndefiniteFutureV: Mix.Yao. Cutting to the chase, we will stand together through thick and thin for the journey toe. / /@Mix Battleteam OfficialV: Announcement: As the teams starting jungler @Mix.XiaoV has suffered a rpse of his hand injury and needs to undergo treatment, the team, after long deliberation, has invited @IndefiniteFutureV to be Mix Battleteams jungler reserve. New blood, new journey. The journey for the next national qualifiers is about to begin. Mix will definitely live up to everyones expectations and put in our utmost efforts to earn a ticket to the international league! Once again, we would like to thank all the teams fans for their support!] Just like this, he peacefully epted the reality that he was to be a professional yer. Though deep down, he was way less calm than he seemed on the surface. ... [Title: The story about 818Mix Battleteam that must be told.] OP 1 : [I always thought Mix battleteam was considered different, in a good way within the local eSports scene; no scandals, dont mess with fans or fake their personalities, extremely lowkey. All they are focused on is bringing back the trophy from the international league. Until I saw Mix Battleteams jungler reserve ?? Is it a trend now for influencers to cross over to another scene? I admit that this little broadcaster does have quite a lot of fans, and hes quite good looking too. But look at his gaming techniques, no matter how it cant be considered superb. Did Mix get their heads jammed in the door to choose such a reserve? In addition, the announcement of this news was after his livestream with Fi-gods alternate ount a few days ago. Was this making preparations to admit him into the team? What bullshit about helping to clear up the scandal? Talking about evesting friendship, please f*cking have mercy on the eSports scene. IndefiniteNoHomo? This broadcaster sets himself free and spouts obscenities every day, so good at selling a great fake personality. Above are the scandals of IndefiniteFutures entire life. If youre unhappye at me. Chapter 68 - Welcome

    Chapter 68: Wee

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios [1stment: Please stop starting things and be a f*cking human. They said hes a reserve, reserve! Not even part of the starting lineup. If they got someone with good techniques, are people going to hate on Mix battleteam for not cherishing old ties?] [2ndment: Wake up, when have you seen Fi-godply with sensationalizing? In your dreams?] [3rdment: Youve got a point there. Dont know what Mix is trying to do with this bout of things. Why not ce the expectations of getting into the international league for this year on Tall Boots? My heart is also tired of seeing Mixs manner of trying so hard to ruin themselves.] [4thment: Really takingpetition as a regr match to trash rookies? Finding a broadcaster to perform, how arrogant is he? Hoho. ] [5thment: I suddenly have a bold thought. With a broadcaster at the base, wouldnt he often livestream Fi-gods day-to-day in a bid to gain poprity? ] [6thment: Do they have to act in ordance to you bunch of drama queen fans when its just finding a reserve? Then for this time around, Im on IndefiniteFutures side. What did he do wrong? If Mix battleteam had not taken the initiative in recruiting him, could he have gotten into the team?] [7thment: Indeed, someone is friends with Fi-god...] ... No matter how much he was being hated on outside, Ji Zhiyao did not bother at all. In addition, his livestream contract had expired. He took into consideration that the livestreams that members were expected to do was with another livestream tform and thus did not renew the contract. For this week, he simply did not even enter the livestream room. In the eyes of the outside world, his not turning on his livestream was purely to lie low. Hence, their discussions became even more lively. On Tuesdays, Ji Zhiyao was done with lessons, and the battleteam manager had contacted him earlier to go report. He boarded the bus and arrived at Mix base. It was only his third time here, but there was a feeling of familiarity and ease. Ji Zhiyao looked the contract before him that was a good seven to eight pages long and then nced towards Yuan Wei and Mo Huaifeng, who were staring fixedly at him as if worried that he would suddenly take off in the middle of signing the contract. Lifting the corner of his lips, he flipped straight to thest page and signed his name. Yuan Wei said, Hm? Youre not going to read through again? Not afraid that you will get sold? Ji Zhiyao responded. I personally feel that a living breathing jungler reserve is more valuable than raw pork. Mo Huaifengmented. Spoken with a lot of depth. Yuan Wei kept the contract and brought out another few pieces of papers. This is the contract with Cateye Livestream: 40 hours of livestream every month. You continue to shine in this post. By the way, can you get them to join you when you livestream? Wanting them to remember to livestream by themselves is more difficult than sh*tting with constipation. Ji Zhiyao replied. Okay, I will do my best to let them fall in love with this recreational activity that benefits both the body and mind. Who would have known that Mo Huaifeng would nce at him and say after a few seconds, Dont jinx it, it wille back and bite you. ... Ji Zhiyao stared at him nkly. Yuan Wei checked through the contract and did not find any problems, so he handed a timetable to Ji Zhiyao. This is a training n made ording to your school timetable. Fortunately, you are a year one and do not have too many sses. Otherwise, there wouldnt even be time to cooperate with training. Ji Zhiyao looked through it in detail. On Thursdays and Fridays when he had no lessons, together with the weekends, would be spent training at the base. For Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, he would have to go online to train with his teammates and must hit a training volume of minimally five hours a day. He is allowed to apply for leave for special asions, not including periods of approaching examinations. Overall, it suited his situation. Ji Zhiyao kept the timetable. Okay. Then Ill return to school first. Hearing that, Yuan Wei said, We have a room tidied up for you on the second floor. Take a look at the room before you go. Theres still time. Ill go over to the clubs side to hand in the contract. Captain, Im going to trouble you to bring our new teammate to check out his room. Leaving that sentence, Yuan Wei left in a hurry. Mo Huaifeng had both hands in his pocket, and his nonchnt manner was especially handsome. Come on, little reserve. Ji Zhiyao stood up and followed him upstairs while raising an opinion at the same time. Fi-god, you are only four years older than me, so you really dont have to keep using an amiable tone. Mo Huaifengs stopped in his steps going up the stairs. His narrowed eyes peeked over, filled with oppression. Ji Zhiyao realized what he had done wrong. ... Sorry, Captain. You get into your role pretty quickly. Walking to the room at the end of the corridor on the second level, Mo Huaifeng pushed opened the door and said, The room was just tidied up yesterday and is not big. Youre staying alone, very convenient. Ji Zhiyao probed his head in and looked around. The room had a gray and white tone, clean and spacious. Right in the middle was a big bed, its dimensions slightly bigger than a single bed and looked soft andfortable. There were several decorative articles on the study desk, and there were also decorative wall hangings on the wall. By the door was a bathroom. The space was small butplete. Ji Zhiyao looked delighted and said with a smile, Thank you, base. Thank you, Brother Yuan Wei. Thank you, Captain. Mo Huaifeng was unmoved by this word of thanks, only looked at him, and asked, Youre not going to stay for a while more? No, Ill head back to school. I will pack some clothes by the way too. When sses end tomorrow, Ille to the base. Ji Zhiyao waved. Ill go first, Captain. Ill send you? I think theres no need for that trouble... Mo Huaifeng pulled back his foot that was stretched out midway and nodded seriously. Okay. Ji Zhiyao lifted his head to look at him. As if he recalled something, his expression suddenly becameplicated. Captain, Ive been deceived by you. What? The first time I came to the base, I also didnt want to let you send me, but you sent me to the opposite of my school. I must be polite to someone I hardly know. The corner of Mo Huaifengs eyes lifted, and the words he spoke were extremely mean. Why are you so fussy? Are you a woman? But we arent all that close now. Yet, you are already a member of Mix. Wee to the team dictators world. Ji Zhiyao very unwillingly became aware of this point. His obscenities were totally unable to outspeak this man with Im the team dictator I make the rules all over his face. Hence, he rolled his eyes and went downstairs. Mo Huaifeng followed behind, with the corner of his lips lifted. NoHomo. Captain, what now? Wait outside. Im driving you back. ...?? Chapter 69 - Adjusting

    Chapter 69: Adjusting

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Mix base. Five people sat adjoined, almost putting on all their ear-mics at the same time. Nuo could not hold back a restless heart. Poking his head out from beside Mo Huaifeng, he shouted, Big brother, hows the touch? Simrly, Ji Zhiyao grinningly shouted in reply across a human-sized partition. Not bad, its a better experience than all the cybercafes Ive been to. That seemed to be thest straw for the person in middle, as he lifted his hands and pressed down a head on either side while not forgetting to taunt at the same time. Half-hearted, if you dont want to y, just leave. Letting either Xiaofei or Yuan Wei take your ce would be better than having you two. Despite being forcibly marked by the Captain with animosity, Ji Zhiyao remained in high spirits, locked in an assassin in purple, and then entered the match after waiting for the countdown to end. Today was Thursday. Counting the Wednesday night when there was no training, this was his second day sinceing to stay at the base. Everything here had been great: there was an auntie to take care of them; there was inte speed at a few hundred Mbps per second and screens as clear as original standards. It was virtually a paradise that an inte-addicted youth dreamed of. Everyone stayed in the rooms on the second level except Ji Zhiyao, and it was two people to a room. For this period of time since Xiao had returned home to recuperate from his hand injury, K, who shared a room with him, upgraded to a VIP single room. Whereas Ji Zhiyaos training n was to first start with integrating into Mixs current team battle style, and subsequently, it would be supplemented and guided by Xiao. This present stage was the first step. The match began, and the Heroes valley appeared on the screen. Unlike the several matches that he had yed at Mix base a few weeks ago, this was Ji Zhiyaos first time ying with the rest as a member since joining the team. Behind him even sat two almighty beings, the stats analyzer and coach. Hence, his expression was extremely fervent, and his mind waspletely filled with thoughts like I want to win I want to grasp the pace and carry the early game well. His eyes also attentively shifted between the screen and the mini-map for fear that an ambush by any of his opponents would prevent him from developing in the early game. His intensive concentration with such spirit was obviously very useful. In the earlier stages, their teams jungler, by means of his strong predicting ability and observational skills, counter-ambushed the opponents who were going for a surprise attack three times, sessfully building up an advantage. Though Nuo and Heng would start things together and get themselves killed from time to time, their team did not take long before clinching the victory of the match. The split second when the sound effects sounded at the end of the match, Ji Zhiyao perked up his ears and heard from behind him the stats analyzer and coach mutteringments such as the champion that Nuo picked was simply terrible, more practice is needed and K is simply too rxed, he was almost battered to death during the third wave. From start to the end, his name did not appear even once, and his tensed up nerves then eased as a slightly proud smile hung on his lips. He had thought that no one could see just how pleased he was at heart, up until the next second when Mo Huaifeng spoke up. What you smiling at? Ji Zhiyao instinctively turned along the source of the voice to look towards Mo Huaifeng. At this point, his Captain had just twisted open a bottle of mineral water, and his careless manner made it seem like his question earlier was just casually raised. Ji Zhiyao responded. Ah, did I smile? Mo Huaifengs speed of drinking water became a little faster. After he was done, the bottle was ced back onto the table, and his chocte brown eyes were filled with taunt. Are you trying to say that Im blind? ... I am not. Based on the principle team dictator has the most power, team dictator is daddy, Ji Zhiyao was instantly terrified. The smile on his lips fell by half as he said, Just because we won the match, Im quite happy. Mo Huaifeng seemed a little speechless. Just a match with regr opponents, whats there to be proud of? He had hit Ji Zhiyaos sore spot, and he immediately red up. So what if its an average match? Are the opponents not Challenger ranked in an average match? I was originally just a regr yer too. You were a regr yer whose skills werent as lousy. Dont put yourself down. Ji Zhiyaos eyes were almost reaching their sky in his eye roll, and when his vision dropped back, he coincidentally saw Nuo secretlyughing silently behind Mo Huaifeng. He suddenly turned his head as if he thought of something and found K and Hengs expression to be even more exaggerated like they were about to dieughing... Knowing that his unscrupulous teammates had heard every word of the conversation he shared with Mo Huaifeng, Ji Zhiyaos mentality copsed right away. He announced expressionlessly. Captain, you look down on regr yers. I want to upload a post on Weibo to condemn you. Chapter 70 - Alphabet Song

    Chapter 70: Alphabet Song

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Mo Huaifeng said, Stop pinningbels on me. My body isnt that big. After a pause, he then said meaningfully, We can see who exactly your fans will believe. Ji Zhiyao was about to die from his grievances. Because he recalled how his close to two million fake fans on his Weibo would frequentlyment Fi-god is so handsome MelonRind youre just a little step away, he was very confused who exactly would the fake fans help if he were to be against Mo Huaifeng. His heart was tired. Still looking a little heated, he threw his phone aside indignantly. However, he was not angry for long before Heng suddenly brought up another topic. Out of the blue. In these past few days, thered been quite a lot of dogs starting things on Weibo and Tieba. NoHomo, have you seen them? The moment he ended his sentence, Heng received daggers from Mo Huaifengs eyes, icy cold. He instantly cursed to himself deep down. Why had he not held back and spouted it out? Ji Zhiyao did not see the fierce exchange of looks between the two and did not understand what was so deep about the question, only pausing before saying, I didnt see, was pretty busy recently. I had to pack my things and do the homework from tutors. Whats happening on Weibo and Tieba? The stats analyzer and coach who were initially about to urge them to continue with training looked at each other and went silent, wanting to let them finish discussing this matterpletely before bringing up training. Heng looked beggingly at Mo Huaifeng, but Mo Huaifeng had no desire to speak up, obviously implying that he should clean up his own mess. And facing Captains expression that was as dark as the bottom of a pot, Nuo and K did not even dare to open their mouths... Hence, Heng could only suck it up, forming his sentences while biting the bullet and speaking. Just... after you joined the team, there were some things said that werent nice. There were many people starting things... Ji Zhiyao understood then. He rubbed his hair, opened his legs, and leaned back in the chair, even looking more rxed andfortable than before. So you were referring to those. I didnt see them, but I can roughly guess. This answer was different from the one that he had imagined, and Heng froze. Huh? Everyones gaze was concentrated on Ji Zhiyao. Ji Zhiyao thought for a minute and said, Actually, its really simple, just like how the top child in kindergarten whod just mastered English alphabets invites university students whod passed grade six English to an Englishnguagepetition. Seeing this scene, most of the primary school, middle school, and high school students would talk asking if this child had lost his mind and also if the university student was crazy. To the public, I am the child who has lost his mind, and all of you are crazy When he spoke to this point, Ji Zhiyao was hit, and his forehead was stinging with pain. The culprit drew back his hand with an aloof expression while reminding. Speak properly. ... Ji Zhiyao seemed to have been hit silly, taking quite some time before remembering what he wanted to carry on, and said, Same logic, as a person with average techniques, the moment I was personally chosen by you guys, such a situation has already begun. Of course, I am much stronger than a kindergarten child. My standards are at least past grade four English. Online, there are a lot of people who feel utterly terrible when they do not find their sense of existence, and its impossible for me to stop them from typing by breaking their hands... Since the state of things is something that I cannot control, I can only practice and master my champions. When the timees to step onto the tournament stage, to show them, although my English mastery is only at grade four, I will stillpletely beat you bunch of pigs who only know how to open your mouths and sing the alphabet song. With that, Ji Zhiyao stood up under the aghast gazes of everyone and took a bow. I havepleted my speech. Thank you, everyone. Chapter 71 - Dreams

    Chapter 71: Dreams

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The first to show support was Yuan Wei who had just returned outside the base. His expression was dreamy. 666, from now on, the honor of being known as untactful without obscenities belongs to you. I somehow have a hunch that you will keep holding it until you retire. Feeling a littlezy, Ji Zhiyao fell back with his whole butt into the chair. The title of the king with the best collection of verses of the day is mine and mine only. Not bad. Mo Huaifeng rarelyplimented anyone but approved Ji Zhiyaos statement this time. No matter what you think, or how you exin, there will always be all kinds of foul usations waiting for you. But if one day, you get onto the position of 1st on the international ranks, those people will properly shut up. After all, in eSports, being lousy is the actual sin. Ji Zhiyao replied. Eh Captain, are you saying I have the potential to be 1st on the international ranks? ... Shut up and go practice. Okay. Ji Zhiyao, together with his three dazed teammates, in midst of Mo Huaifengs exasperated voice, continued to throw themselves into practice. Then, only at 10 pm in the night did they stop. Ji Zhiyao rubbed his sore wrist, rotating his neck at the same time, twisting until his neck kept creaking. Other than the period of the time when he had first gotten into Heroes, he had never yed for seven or eight hours straight like this. Practically both his body and mind were exhausted. Yet, K, Heng, Nuo, and Mo Huaifeng, who had the worst temper, all looked like they were used to it, and nobodyined once. This was the world that they were already ustomed to. Even inte-addicted youths who wished to game all day long would curse impatiently after ying continuously for several hours, but professional yers would never be like this. Granted that in the eyes of some people, professional yers were through and through inte-addicted youths. They had not had dinner and were currently all starving that their chests could touch their backs. After ordering takeaway, everyone was in front of the refrigerator searching for food to fill their stomachs. Ji Zhiyao took a carton of milk and a vacuum-packed chicken drumstick, and he chowed them down back at his seat at theputer desk. Nibbling on the drumstick, Yuan Wei walked over. NoHomo, do a livestreamter. ??? Ji Zhiyao, with a bone in his mouth, looked at Yuan Wei confusedly. He hastily spit it out and asked, Does the livestream duration not begin umting from next month on? Its already the middle of the month, half a month left. Do I still need to make up 40 hours? Yuan Wei replied. That is correct. You did not hear wrongly. Thats how inhumane it is. Ji Zhiyao nked out for a few seconds, seeming to be thinking of the possibility of leaving this battleteam. But when he realized that possibility was close to none, he tactfully expressed his rejection. This is different from what I had imagined. Yuan Wei responded. If everything were as you imagined, I would have long bought you a pillow and then advised you to dream of Mix bing the champions at the international league. Actually, you dont have to feel that it is unfair. The remaining four at the base who need to livestream all have 40 hours left. Its the same even for Xiao whos at home recuperating. All of you are on the same starting line. Do you feel slightly better in this case? I do not. Then suit yourself. You just have to bear in mind you that you owe 40 hours. Ji Zhiyao blinked feebly and then suddenly thought of a question. Something isnt right, Brother Yuan Wei. Xiaofei is a reserve like me, and he should have signed the livestream contract, yeah? Why did you say remaining four who need to livestream? Whos missing? Yuan Wei looked at him in amazement. Eh? ? Whats wrong now? My teams Captain doesnt need to do livestream. I thought everyone knew about this. Turns out theres still a foolish one. Chapter 72 - Livestream

    Chapter 72: Livestream

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao turned to look at Mo Huaifeng, who was at his seat with a leg crossed over the other, drinking milk, slightly baffled. Is it because hes the team dictator, so he does not need to livestream? This makes me kind of want to usurp the throne. The team dictator who was called out ncedzily at Ji Zhiyao, and disdainful hmph sounded from his nostrils. For a day Im alive, all of you will remain as crown princes. ... Ji Zhiyao stared at him. Yuan Weiughed. What the f*ck? Where did this idiote from? Mo Huaifeng put down one of his legs that was propped up, stretching out into a length that made one envious. He lifted his eyelids and leisurely said, Did Yuan Wei not tell you before? For me, its because my international ranking is high that I was specially permitted to not have to do livestream. In eSports, indeed, capability spoke for one. Withpetencees status. A zing me began to burn in Ji Zhiyaos heart, thinking that one day he too would definitely have such a privilege, standing on the peak of the mountain looking down at all living creaturesespecially at the remaining few in Mix who needed to livestream. A knowing smile had just appeared on his face when he heard Yuan Wei respond. You and your bullshit. If you werent arge shareholder, who would you let be so frivolous? Do you have no idea at all? Swoosh! This was the sound of a wonderful blueprint shattering. Mo Huaifeng ignored Yuan Weis dig at him and instead took a look at Ji Zhiyaos expressions and tsk-ed. Give him some hope. Whats so bad about it? Yuan Wei turned and saw in Ji Zhiyaos eyes a sullen uncertainty. Heughed dryly, speaking swiftly. Okay, theres nothing else. Just reminding you about your livestream duration, as long as you keep it in mind yourself. Ji Zhiyao was still daydreaming but nodded subconsciously. Yuan Wei turned to remind the wild kids in the dining room, leaving only Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng in therge training room. After a while, Mo Huaifeng became impatient. Werent you quite fond of livestreaming? Ji Zhiyao, as if sleepwalking, was frank about his innermost thoughts. If I can earn money and rx without having to livestream, who would like livestreaming? ... Are you very short of money? Im not. This the conclusion I came to afterparing with you. Superficial. Mo Huaifeng threw the milk carton into the trash bin and indifferently said, Even if youre envious of me, you still have to livestream. Ji Zhiyao stared at him for a few seconds. Pursing his lips, he turned down his lips even more. I know. But I left my webcam at my dorm, there are no webcams at the base. Lets wait till I go out and get one tomorrow. Mo Huaifeng asked, Isnt your training duration supposed to hit twelve hours? How do you still find time to go shopping? Yes, young people dont need much sleep. Captain, are you very envious? Mo Huafeng continued. You did not mean it like this when you wereining that my tone was too affectionate. You said I was only four years older than you, only. I should really find a chain to chain you to the base, in case you put on a docile skin at the base but turn against us when you get let out. Ji Zhiyao returned. Why are your thoughts so dangerous? You want to y captive breeding with me? Only until the delivery man sounded the doorbell did these two people, as if having a switch turned off, stop their reckless, primary school student style squabble. ... 2 am, training ended. Ji Zhiyaos hand was fisted and pounding his neck. He was so sleepy that his yawns were continuous. He closed the door after entering the room, pulling out a set of clean shirt and pants, bringing them to the bathroom, and prepared to shower. As this room initially had not been used as a bedroom, the heater in the bathroom had been installed just a day before Ji Zhiyao came to the base. Thus, when he realized that there was a problem with the heater, Ji Zhiyao epted this fact very calmly. He picked up his clothes with his fingers and opened the door. Staggering a few steps to the side, he knocked on the door of the next room. Several secondster, the door opened, and a handsome face appeared. After Mo Huaifeng, who had not entered for long, had a clear look at the person at his door, his aloof expression turned to a questioning one. Chapter 73 - Sleepy Zhiyao

    Chapter 73: Sleepy Zhiyao

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Captain, youre still up. Mo Huaifeng was taller than Ji Zhiyao by four to five centimeters and was currently using the advantage of his height to look down at him. In the dim light, his look was somber as if looking at an idiot. If I were asleep, who was the one who opened the door for you? Ji Zhiyao probed his head around, trying to find out if the other living person in the room was asleep, but did not expect that the moment he leaned close to the gap in the door, he was pushed outwards by a palm. Ji Zhiyao looked up, finding that Mo Huaifeng had just put down his hand. Mo Huaifengs tone was slightly questioning, What are you doing? Ji Zhiyao responded. Captain, the heater in my room is faulty. Can I borrow your bathroom for a shower? There was split second when Mo Huaifengs chocte brown eyes froze, and just as Ji Zhiyao thought that he was going to agree, he said indifferently, No, because I want to shower. Ji Zhiyao was a little stunned. I wont take long, around ten minutes would be enough. I can use it after you are done too. Why dont you go find Heng? Because Im closer to Captain. Mo Huaifeng tsk-ed. His eyes dropped a little, and this action allowed him to have an even clearer view of the glistening smiling eyes belonging to the youth before him. The words it always takes time to slowly be closer to your teammates was swallowed back for some reason. After several seconds of a standoff, things finally ended with an annoyed troublesome, and Mo Huaifengs seeminglypromising manner of moving to the side. Ji Zhiyao entered the room. The whole room was two times the size of his own, and its style was also very different from how he had imagined it to be. The room was distinctively divided into two parts, left and right. There was a soft single bed on the left, covered with bright pink Hello Kitty bed sheets, and even had some pillows of the same design ced messily around, whereas the right was a minimalist style in distinct ck and gray. The bed was very neatly made, and only a small part of the nket below the pillow had a mark of being slightly lifted. Nuo was also slightly surprised seeing Ji Zhiyao walk in, and he stopped shaking his thigh. NoHomo, why are you here? Ji Zhiyao waved the clothes in his hands at him. The heater in my room is faulty, so Im borrowing the bathroom for a shower. Oh, go on go on, Nuo said. The heater at the bathroom on the first floor of the base can be used as well, so you can go there next time too. Ji Zhiyao nodded and could not help but take a few more looks at the bedsheets behind Nuo, which was a bursting disy of a teenage girls heart, and said smiling, You are truly Captains real love. He didnt even kick you out when you made the bed like this. Nuo chuckled. Excuse me, excuse me. Who asked Captain to y that game of Ludo with me to bet on... Why do you have so much crap to say? Go shower already. Mo Huaifeng cut off Nuos words in time. Lifting Ji Zhiyaos cor with two fingers, he threw him into the bathroom, let go, closed the door, and locked. All done in one breath. Ji Zhiyao stared for a moment at the tightly closed door, slowly put down his change of clothes, and took off the clothes on him. 15 minutester. Ji Zhiyao used his palm to flick back and forth through his dripping wet hair. The water droplets brushed off, and his hair freely fell to both sides. The moment his hand reached towards the clothes rail, he froze in the act as if recalling something and turned his head to look at the rail in the other direction. On several railings, the towels for face, hands, and showering were arranged ording to their uses and ced properly. Of course, the most important point was that amongst them, there was no extra, new, towel. He had forgotten to bring his towel over, and there was obviously no extra towel here. Chapter 74 - Daddy

    Chapter 74: Daddy

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Not that he could not dry his body, but once he thought of the expression that Mo Huaifeng could have if he had dripped the water onto the floor when he stepped out, Ji Zhiyao thought... Its better not to ask for it. He slipped to the door, and stealthily cracking the door open like a thief, he shouted out, Captain, can you help me get a towel? I humbly kowtow in thanks for your great kindness, thump thump thump! It was silent in the room for a few seconds, and Ji Zhiyao heard an expected, mean reply. You should call me daddy. Ji Zhiyao was not in the least stressed and was joyful. Daddy! ... Only until Ji Zhiyao felt that the cold air from the air-conditioning that had crept into the room through the gap in the door blow until his butt and the indescribable region between his legs were chilly did Mo Huaifengs figure reappear outside. He took his time, and only his expression was a little sullen. Ji Zhiyao grinned and opened the door wide while not forgetting to say, Thank you, Captain. Mo Huaifeng swung therge towel over. Ji Zhiyao reached out and hugged it, and just as he was about to close the door, he heard a voice filled with meaning. Why are you like a boiled chicken. ... While drying the water on his body, he chided with no restraint. Dont think that just because you are the team dictator you can speak irresponsibly. This is considered a personal attack! Mo Huaifeng had not walked away. Hearing this, separated by the door, he said sarcastically, Just facts, why use me? Ji Zhiyaos face fell as he hurriedly pulled on clean clothes, picked up those that he had changed out of, and went out. Pulling open the door, Mo Huaifeng was leaning on the wall with knees bent. If it were a young girl thinking of love that saw this image, she might find it pleasing to the eyes, but when Ji Zhiyao saw it, he only thought, Screw him, so infuriating. He very spiritedly sneered coldly, walked past the wall that Mo Huaifeng was leaning on, and walked out. Whereas the person standing by the wall took his time to sweep the items in Ji Zhiyaos hands and poked his head into the bathroom for a nce, hestly sessfully intercepted him, who was about to step out of the room. Take the towel with you. Leaving it here even after using it, are you trying to make me wash it for you? I already called you daddy, so it should be nothing to wash a towel right? The displeasure from being attacked for his figure surfaced, and Ji Zhiyao shot back with a smirk. After saying that he felt that something was not right, turning back, looking at Mo Huaifengs expression that was bing darker, he spouted swiftly. Actually, its the same wherever its ced since anyhow it is auntie who would be washing it. With that, he opened the door and locked it. Nuo, on the pink cartoon bed, used the nket to ruthlessly muffle his mouth. His mind was deliberating on the types of schemes that could possibly make Captain let off pitiful him who had inadvertently overheard the secret. ... Hence, the next day. Although Ji Zhiyao had slept at past 2 AM, thanks to his body clock, he sessfully got out of bed before noon, dragging his drowsy mind downstairs after washing up. Due to their lifestyle, members usually only wake up in the afternoon. The base usually did not have things like breakfast and lunch. Ji Zhiyao opened the refrigerator, took out two eggs, and cooked a bowl of instant noodles. The delicious aroma of instant noodles spread in the dining room, and another person came down from the stairs. Ji Zhiyao was gobbling his noodles, taking time to look up and nce at the man who had walked past him with a look of the darkness beneath his eyes due to insatiable desire, and mumbled. Captain, up so early. Mo Huaifeng took out a carton of yogurt and drank half. Sitting on the edge of the dining table, he said, Didnt have supper, woke up from the hunger. Do you want me to share with you some instant noodles? Mo Huaifeng showed an extremely obvious look of disdain. Ji Zhiyao was angry and moved the bowl back. Forget it if you dont want to it. Just so happened that it wasnt enough for me. Chapter 75 - Worries

    Chapter 75: Worries

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Eat it yourself then, why are you making so much noise? Mo Huaifeng said, resigned and speechless. He finished thest two mouthfuls of the yogurt and went around the whole house searching for his car keys. Ji Zhiyao slurped the soup and, while at it, also admired Mo Huaifengs figure that was like a headless fly. In the end, Mo Huaifeng found his keys among the stalks of artificial flowers in the vase and leisurely walked towards the front door... Midway, he turned back and asked, Want to go together? Ji Zhiyao did not understand. For what? Eat, my treat. How can you be full on instant noodles? Mo Huaifeng said. Didnt you want to go to the market too? Ji Zhiyao abandoned the bowl of instant noodles that was still half-eaten on the table right away. Wiping his mouth, he stood up. Ill go. Hepletely forgot about how much he had wanted to beat up his dog head when he had heard Mo Huaifeng call him a boiled chicken yesterday. The two changed their shoes and left, one behind the other. Mo Huaifeng drove the car out, and Ji Zhiyao sat in the passenger seat. His back leaning into the seat, he dissolved into the seat as he sat therefortably. Mo Huaifeng darted a look at him. Wear your seatbelt. Oh oh oh. Ji Zhiyao was toozy to sit upright in his seat. Hence, he reached out to feel for the seatbelt. Exasperatingly slowly, he felt around but could not find the metal buckle on it. Mo Huaifeng seemed to be a little annoyed and after waiting for a moment, leaned more than half of his body over. With a rough pull and a tug, Ji Zhiyao was almost strangled and suffocated. He gasped back a breath of cool air. Captain, be gentler. If you strangle me, you wont have a jungler reserve anymore! Mo Huaifengs force remained unchanged as he said indifferently, A pest lives on for a thousand years. After buckling the safety belt, Mo Huaifeng stepped on the elerator. Ji Zhiyao rolled his eyes in displeasure and looked out the window. A whileter, he turned back again and asked, Captain, when is Brother Xiaoing back? An appointment has been made for surgery two weekster, so hell be back at the basetest, a month after. Why? Oh. Nothing. Ji Zhiyao drew out his intonation for really long, seeming to be pondering about a question. Mo Huaifeng took a nce at Ji Zhiyao through the rearview mirror, and the moment he dropped his vision, he heard him pause and ask, If Brother Xiaopletely recovers, does this mean that the team no longer needs me? Vocalizing this question, Ji Zhiyao felt a little empty for some reason. Though joining Mix was an ident, he really liked this ce. However, being a reserve specially recruited during the period of Xiaos surgery, when Xiao returned to the team all recovered, his existence would lose its meaning. Thinking about it made him a little sad. Ji Zhiyao was lost in thought, and the sound of a snicker beside him brought him back. Instead of wasting time thinking about all these useless things, why not think about how you are going to y if you are allowed to y in a tournament. Ji Zhiyao would not submit. How is it useless? The question I raised was very logical. Forget it. Mo Huaifengs coldugh grew louder. He looked at Ji Zhiyaos manner of not knowing anything but was trying very hard to understand, and he roughly knew that he really wanted to have an answer and was not casually talking about it. Hence, he swallowed more of the harsher words. Staying silent for a moment, he said, Its very normal for team members to have reserves. Heng and reserve Xiaofei, both of them are like biological brothers after getting along for a long time... You dont have to worry so much. The reason the team recruited you was that we needed a reserve and not because of Xiaos hand injury that we had to get a temporary reserve. In other words, even after Xiao returns, you are very important, got that? It was silent in the car for a while. Ji Zhiyao smiled softly. Got it, thanks, Captain. Chapter 76 - Shopping Center

    Chapter 76: Shopping Center

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The car was parked in a parking space near a shopping center a stones throw from the base, and both of them alighted. Thete September sun was not zing; instead, it was somewhat warm andfortable as the sun shone on them. Ji Zhiyao looked out with squinted eyes and after surveying all the restaurants on the first level of the shopping center, turned back to ask Mo Huaifeng. Captain, what are we eating? Mo Huaifeng was actually fine with anything. Enter first. We can have whatever. They did not walk too far. Ji Zhiyao pushed open the front door of the shopping center and just happened to face a fried chicken ce. He turned his head with both eyes gleaming with his interest as they looked towards Mo Huaifeng. Mo Huaifeng smiled coldly. Whats there to look? I managed to make a trip out for once, and you want me to just eat this? Then why dont I just order takeaway? ... That sounded very reasonable. A few minutester, they found an Hai Di Lao Hotpot outlet and ordered some food. In between eating, the two of them casually chatted for a bit. But, of course, more time was spent wholly absorbed in eating. In the end, Mo Huaifeng took a napkin, wiped his mouth, and then asked, You want to go upstairs? Ji Zhiyao had just picked out a slice of meat from the pot and stuffed it into his own mouth directly. It was so scalding hot that he was hissing and kept puffing to draw in the cool air. After a drinking a few mouthfuls of iced lemonade, he then mumbled. Yeah, I want to go and get a web camera to livestream tonight. While at it, Ill get some snacks to eat too. Arent there snacks at the bus? Mo Huaifeng nced at Ji Zhiyaos lips that were red from being scalded and could not help but frown slightly. Not enough for you? Still alright, nothing much that I like. Troublesome. Ji Zhiyao peeked proudly at Mo Huaifeng, and the corners of his lips lifted, acting as if the one being scorned totally was not him. The knuckle of Mo Huaifengs index finger lightly knocked on the surface of the table, and he nced at the remaining two tes of uncooked meat on the table and asked, Is this enough? Yes, Im already full. At most, Ill eat one more te. Hearing that, Mo Huaifeng stood up and took his wallet to go settle the bill. When he returned, he realized that the tes on the table that were initially filled were all empty now. ... Mo Huaifeng stared at Ji Zhiyao. Ji Zhiyao seemed to have understood his own Captains thoughts and said as he chewed, We cant waste food, so I just put it in. Captain, eat with me. No. Mo Huaifeng rejected. You settle it yourself. Around ten minutester, Ji Zhiyao, rubbing his round belly, trudged upstairs with Mo Huaifeng. The third level of the shopping center was the electronic products section. The two took a lift directly to the third level and headed straight for the counter. Ji Zhiyao did not have many requirements for the web camera. As long as it was able to film clearly, he would be fine with it. In the store, the salesman very quickly assisted him in picking out a product, and right after, Ji Zhiyao notified Mo Huaifeng and went to the counter to pay. Mo Huaifeng walked out first, standing at a spot several meters from the counter to wait. He was bored in the few minutes of waiting, and after silentlyining about how slow Ji Zhiyao was, he pulled out his phone preparing to read some news. However, just as he looked down, he heard a scream from a spot not too far. Fi-god?? He turned off his phone and looked up with an expression showing that he was a little reluctant. S Citys eSports industry was rtively developed, and there were also quite a few professional battleteam bases in the suburbs. Hence, when he realized that he had met a fan gank, Mo Huaifeng was not surprised. After all, he had met such situations many times in the past... The female fan who had screamed a few seconds ago rushed over with an expression like she had won a five million dor lottery. She desperately wanted to be closer to Mo Huaifeng but was daunted by his aloof expression and could only remain at her spot a meter away, rambling. Fi-god, is it really you? I didnt recognize wrongly, did I? ... To actually be able to meet you, can I take a photo with you? Chapter 77 - Influencer

    Chapter 77: Influencer

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Mo Huaifeng backed away and said indifferently, Photos, no. Autograph, yes. The fan, looking all hopeful, still did not give up hearing him say that as she continued to question him. I really like you a lot, and I watched everypetition of yours even though I cant really understand thepetition... But I am your die-hard fan! Can I really not take a photo with you? I promise I wont reveal it!! He was an eSports yer, and if she could not even understand hispetitions, how was she a die-hard fan? A fan who is content with just looking at his visuals? Mo Huaifengs expression became colder. No. The female fan frowned, as if being spiteful, and said, Fi-god, your temper is too bad. If you continue like this, I will stop being your fan. Suit... Whats going on here? Ji Zhiyao walked out with his purchase after paying and saw Mo Huaifeng facing off an unknown long-haired girl. As a result, he could not help but ask as he walked over. Mo Huaifeng nced at him. You came out toote, bumped into a fan gank. His tone was not a happy one, and understanding that, Ji Zhiyao instinctively exined. Cant me me, there werent any more new ones at the store for this camera. The salesman had to go to the storehouse to get an unopened one for me. Lets go then. Very intelligently not asking any more foolish questions such as what about this fan, Ji Zhiyao replied an okay and walked towards the lift that they had taken earlier. The long-haired girl was, of course, displeased that her conversation that was going well with Mo Huaifeng was interrupted by Ji Zhiyao, so she ran forwards by a few steps and reached out to block Ji Zhiyao. Seeing the girl, Ji Zhiyao was forced to stop. Hey you, dont think that just because you shamelessly dragged Fi-god to y with you on livestream, we will like you! The most annoying people are people like you. You obviously are not very capable, but just by rubbing off Fi-gods poprity, you get into Mix battleteam! You are far worse than Xiao-god, and Mix battleteam doesnt need this kind of rubbish influencer like you who only knows how to bootlick! Just you wait, as long as you dont perform well on the tournament stage, only knowing how to steal kills, we will definitely kick you out of Mix!!! The resigned smile that was initially on Ji Zhiyaos face gradually disappeared. His expression became very detached, and his pair of eyes also lost its arc. You say that again? Mo Huaifeng, who had both hands in his pockets walking right at the front, since not sure when had turned back. His eyes were like a frozenke and seemed so cold that they were threatening. The long-haired girl was repeatedly tongue-tied. Fi-god, Im doing this for your good! You dont even know how this trash is using your poprity! If my fans are all of quality like you, Id rather I have no fans, Mo Huaifeng said coldly as he reached out and ced a hand on Ji Zhiyaos shoulder. Also, livestreaming and ying together was my idea. Before you criticize anyone, please get the facts right. Mo Huaifeng motioned towards Ji Zhiyao. Lets go. Mo Huaifeng could not even be bothered to take another look at the long-haired girl. He draped his arm around Ji Zhiyaos shoulders and entered the lift. All the way until they got into the car, Ji Zhiyao did not utter even a word, and his side profile looked extremely silent. Seeing that, Mo Huaifeng was somehow vexed. He stepped harder on the elerator, frowning slightly. Previously, when we asked you questions, didnt you answer very well? Why is it now after you meet one you be like this? Ji Zhiyao looked up and seemed a little troubled as he rubbed his head. I was just more curious, why am I a rubbish influencer? My livestreams were obviously all very harmonious and healthy. ... Mo Huaifeng thought that he just should not have asked that question. Seeing Mo Huaifengs mouth tightly shut and looking like he did not want to speak anymore, Ji Zhiyao grinned. Turning back, his dark eyes instantly sank. Chapter 78 - Livestream

    Chapter 78: Livestream

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Before the encounter, Ji Zhiyao already had some idea of how the public thought of him. This time, it was just an emotional and agitated Mix fan saying all of that on the spot. He did not wish to refute, and neither was he in the position to do so. After all, indeed, he was considered a reserve yer specially recruited into Mix with no results to show. All that could prove his worth would be his performance on the tournament stage in the future. If he could reach Mo Huaifengs level, no one could say anything about him. Ji Zhiyao understood very clearly that at the bottom of it all, these vicious remarks existed because he was not capable enough. There woulde a day when he would make them obediently shut their mouths. ... Tonight was Ji Zhiyaos first time livestreaming since joining Mix. He was not the only one to post a notification Weiboall the members of Mix, including Xiao and Mixs official ount, had all reposted this information. Cateye Livestream also specially reserved the rmendations spot on the home page half a day earlier for Ji Zhiyao. With still three minutes left to the livestream, the livestream room named Mix.Yao first livestream already had six hundred thousand fans waiting. It was also Ji Zhiyaos first time seeing this many people in his livestream room, and, of course, after staring aghast at the screen, he did not forget to mock himself. Could they be fans gifted by the livestream tform? In reply, Yuan Wei said, Who wouldnt gift several hundred thousands when they are gifting? Youre really underestimating the livestream tform quite a bit. Ji Zhiyao ignored him and clicked to turn on the livestream whilegging. Facing the camera, his smiling eyes were slightly arced. Hello everyone, this is broadcaster Mix.Yao. Wee to my livestream room. In this aspect, Ji Zhiyao was very experienced. Other than his opening line that sounded slightly nervous, he got better as he continued. To my littlepanions who like IndefiniteNoHomo, you did not enter the wrong room. To those who are curious and here to check out Mixs battleteam new jungler reserve, you have also found the correct ce. Those who like me can click on the subscribe button, and every time there is a livestream, there will be a notification sent to remind you. [melonrind melonrind mummy is here!!!] [Ahhhh my melon, you are finally back!!! You havent turned on your livestream for more than a week. Miss you!!!] [I initially came here intending to do some mocking but unexpectedly found that the broadcaster is quite handsome... Help me!] [Trash that only knows how to make use of others poprity for himself.] [ying to the gallery, isnt such a professional yerughable?] [Im predicting that there will be many interesting things toe in Mixs livestream. Allow me to have augh in advance LOL] [The hater-turned-fan in front, hug me tight. You are not alone!] [HD [1. High definition.], no beauty filter camera. To be honest, I am convinced to have this visual in Mix battleteam!] Not too far away, Yuan Wei stood behind the four other people. Exasperated that they could not live up to the expectations, he said, Look at NoHomos livestream, can you guys take some tips from him? If all of you could save me from the worry like him, I wouldnt be losing hair. Mo Huaifeng, who was currently in a match, casually nced over andzilyughed softly. I had better buy you a bottle of shampoo that prevents hair loss. I second that. Nuo chimed in. Second that, K responded as well. Second that. Heng also joined in. Hearing his teammates all ganging up on him, Yuan Wei said, Screw off! On the other side, Ji Zhiyao waspletely unaware of their conversation. He casually nced at thements. Some words were not nice, but he did not take them to heart and only said, What do you guys want to see me stream? Chatting? Gaming? [Does he pamper fans like this?] [I want you to hit on me!] [Livestream your confession of love to me!] [I want both, so lets have a segment of each.] [Can you first show me the other members of Mix battleteam? On my knees begging you, thump thump thump!] Chapter 79 - Camera

    Chapter 79: Camera

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyaoughed. Just how have they been ill-treating all of you? Dont cry. He lifted his head, looking at the four people who were in a match on his left and right, and said softly, Ill just give you guys a quick look. Our Captain is very fierce, so if he finds out, hell definitely skin me. [LOL indeed something that Fi-god would do.] [Your skin will be protected by us.] [Here to find attention again, heh.] [Quickly turn the camera! I swear we wont report you! Even better if we can get a few more looks!!!] [Love you love you! Specifically requesting to get a longer look at Fi-god!!!] Got it. Ji Zhiyao kept his voice down. He whispered with half of his little canine teeth exposed, looking warm and adorable. Then after, all the audience in the livestream watched as one of the youths hands lifted and secretly turned the angle of the camera first to the left, then to the direction of K and Heng. K: Oh f*ck, did this jungler get his head jammed between a door before we started? All he knows to do is jungle. His daddy (me) has been killed by the opposite team three times on the topne! Is he blind!!! Heng: Idiot jungler! Leave the blue buff for your grandfather! ! K: I will never call NoHomo lousy anymore. ... Ji Zhiyao stared at the two. He speechlessly turned the camera back and realized that thements were as expected. [Oh my god HAHAHA melonrind suddenly got cued!] [MelonRind: ??? What have I done wrong?] [The whole nation has sent congrattory messages.] [Ow ow, the way K and Heng look when they curse at people is so adorable that my nose is bleeding!] [Discussing just how lousy melonrind is?] Ji Zhiyao wanted to punch someone after reading thements. He turned the camera away from the left and then secretly panned it towards the right. Nuo: Captain, Im about to be killed by the dragon. Do you still want your support? Mo Huaifeng: Other than feeding, all you can do is stand-upedy. You even dared to snatch my red buff, what do I want you for? Nuo: Arent you using me to tank the damage right now? Mo Huaifeng: You say another word. Tonight, I will stuff socks into your mouth while youre asleep. Nuo: ... Mo Huaifeng turned his head slightly, suddenly aware that something with a metallic luster reflected for a moment in his line of vision. He frowned. Ji Zhiyao, what are you doing? He had been discovered. Ji Zhiyao coughed lightly. Captain, my camera identally became nted. Im shifting it back now. Who are you trying to lie to? ... Ji Zhiyao could not afford to provoke the team dictator who had his buff snatched. He quickly readjusted the camera to point at himself, showing an expression of profound grief. I can already smell the fear of being allocated parts of the jungle by Captain in the matchter. [HAHAHA damn it idiot!!] [Smell? Exm [1. Excuse me.]? Are you a husky?] [Hugs my melonrind, but sorry, I still really feel likeughing.] [MelonRind, arent all the members of Mix way too good-looking? If things continue like this, Im very worried about your sexual orientation.] You, the one who is worried about my sexual orientation, stop right there! Ji Zhiyao rolled up his sleeves, looking like he wanted to hit someone. Im a straight guy! Straight! Wait till I find a girlfriend and p all your faces swollen! Mo Huaifeng, who was seated on his right, frowned. His hand left the keyboard to push Ji Zhiyao. Shut up, so noisy. [LOL damn Im about to die fromughing!] [Dj vu of a total leader.] [MelonRind, just admit it. Fi-god is wanting to take possession of you! He doesnt want to let you find a girlfriend!] Ji Zhiyao gritted his teeth. Moderators, get to work! Ban all those who say parent and take possession! Chapter 80 - Opportunity

    Chapter 80: Opportunity

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The remaining four members of Mix all looked speechless. The corners of Mo Huaifengs lip twitched. What nonsense. Ji Zhiyao replied. My fans said that I am your parent and even want me to properly take possession of you. Are you living in your dreams? It just so happened that the match he was in ended, so he leaned over and looked at the screen. Seeing half of Mo Huaifengs aloof profile, the audience in the livestream room beganmenting like they had gone crazy. [AHHHH hubby, look here!! Your wife is here!] [Fi-god, I love you!] [Professing my love for my Fi!] [The eSports idol who doesnt show his face in ten thousand years repeatedly appearing in his wifes livestream room. Is it a distortion of humanity or a decay of morals?] [Fi-god, are you here to announce your ownership? Tell me loudly!] [Its obviously a pure father and son rtionship. Fi-god is the father.] Mo Huaifeng furrowed his brow and darted a look at Ji Zhiyao, who had on a distasteful expression. After turning on a livestream, you cant even recognize words anymore? Arent all these saying Im your daddy. Ji Zhiyao responded. What nonsense are you spouting. All these? Theres only that onement in total alright? Moderators, please ban that person. Hes definitely a hater. Mo Huaifeng was a little speechless and turned back to look at thements again. Amidst a bunch of [LOL]ments, he saw anotherment: [If youre so good at putting up a show, why not go to the entertainment industry? An influencer is an influencer. All you know is to gain attention and put up a fake persona. Joining the team was for you to y properly, do you have no idea at all?] Ji Zhiyao also fell into a brief silence. Since thisment was long, he saw it very clearly. An unknown me lit in his heart, but he was livestreaming right now, and several hundred thousands of people were staring at their screens watching him. He knew that he could not go off. As he was about to say something to change the topic, Ji Zhiyao heard a cold and indifferent voice by his ears. This user known as... ScandalsfromIndefiniteFuturesEntireLife? Since you are not a fan, why enter someones livestream room to find your sense of existence? Who spoiled you? [Fi-god, this influencer makes one disgusted just by looking at him. I cannot bear the sight of him like this, am I not allowed to speak some truth?] If you cannot bear the sight of him, whos asking you to? Mo Huaifeng frowned. The angle of the sneer on the corner of lips made him look extremely displeased. Also, what poprity do I have for him to ke? Does ying together means him king poprity? Is being carried to a win also king poprity? Then why dont you guys criticize Nuo? Nuo froze at a side. ??? Who did he provoke? [Nuo HAHAHAHAHA innocent bystander caught in the crossfire.] [66666 Fi-god absolutely hot!] [Hes not wrong. Those who dont like melonrind should quickly scram, what sense of existence are you here to find?] [Does not liking mean we cante in to take a look? Bystander-turned-hater.] [Fi-god protecting his kiddo.] [Societys tyrant, my Fi-god.] After Mo Huaifeng finished speaking, he did not see the person with the ID ScandalsfromIndefiniteFuturesEntireLifement anymore. Hence, he returned to his original seat, put on his headphones, and prepared for a new match. Ji Zhiyao dazedly watched Mo Huaifeng finish doing all of that, not knowing what to say. Only the corners of his lips were leveled lifted slightly, and he somehow felt much more cheerful. His Captain was, indeed, very protective of his child. Before Ji Zhiyao could turn back, he saw Mo Huaifeng turn to him again. With his brows knitted together, he said to him, Leave the livestream on,e y a match. Ji Zhiyao understood in a second. Okay. He did not read thements anymore, logged onto Heroes after minimizing the livestream room, and agreed to enter Mo Huaifengs room. Everyone in Mix was present, and they were matching up to an opponent right away. Ji Zhiyao understood that the way to let people know that he was not carried to a win was to, right before their faces, have a remarkable showdown. This match was a good opportunity. Chapter 81 - Fight

    Chapter 81: Fight

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios All five of them were using their ount with the highest rank amongst their various alternate ounts, and the umted points for their rank were about to top the national server. Seeing the opponents they were matched up with, Ji Zhiyaos eyes narrowed slightly, somehow finding these few usernames a little familiar as if he had seen them somewhere before. It was still K who spoke up first. Its Tall Boots again. Ji Zhiyao was suddenly enlightened, followed by being at a loss whether to cry or tough. With the exception from W.J from the tournament, he had met professional yers twice in total, and all were from the Tall Boots battleteam. Recalling the previous time he was dominated by Tall Boots jungler, Lan Guang, with a jungle that was cleaned outpletely, he could not help but shiver. Although that was because the midner yed by Xiao had died too many times, he had to admit that Lan Guang was really good. His jungling skills could at least rank in the top five of the entire nation. He had agreed to use his skills to prove himself, but he could not stop feeling diffident. Dont think too much. Just use Tall Boots to experiment our level of teamwork, Mo Huaifeng said before picking their champions. When it came to choosing their champions, sure enough, everyone picked the one that they could use more smoothly. In the first few minutes, both teams did not get any kills. In the first minute when the match began, Lan Guang had originally made a sudden appearance in Mixs jungle intending to steal to blue buff, but that had already been predicted earlier by Ji Zhiyao. He hid in the bushes and took Lan Guang by surprise. However, Lan Guangs hand speed was very fast, so he only lost a bit of health. Yet, Mixs jungle was also very well-guarded, so no obvious advantages arose for either side. Finishing off the creeps from his side of the jungle, Ji Zhiyao began to roam the three top, middle, and bottomnes. He was very clear about his own advantages and weakness. His mindset was very stable, and asionally, he would step in when K and Heng missed a minion, once in a while suddenly appearing from the bushes to harass the opponents. When the match had been ongoing for ten over minutes, he had only gotten three assists, but his gold was already the second highest amongst both teams. His equipment build was also gradually nearingpletion. Ji Zhiyao took time to nce at the gold stats for the match, and his tone was slightly excited. Alright, Im going to fly with you guys. K: To the one whos currently spouting a lot of nonsense, please move to the topne and use an ability so that I can take a kill. The opponent ADC is too annoying. He hits the bulls eye each time, and my chest is really hurting right now. Ji Zhiyao controlled his champion to move towards the topne while saying, You want me to use an ability, so you get the kill? Is the pain in your chest really not because your conscience hurts? K: That might be a possibility. At the bottomne, Mo Huaifeng had been driven to his limits. Gao Xian Nuo, if you snatch my red buff one more time, I will turn back to the base and go afk. Nuo responded with a dumbfounded expression. What, had I not dodged far enough earlier? Why did the buff still split? Ji Zhiyao, who was on his way back after helping K to harvest the topne, twitched the corners of his lips. Captain, are you still good? I want to go for the Dragon. Without the red buff, I cant even carry my bow. Pausing, Mo Huaifeng thought with an icy look, moved his fingers with extremely fast handling, and finished off the opposing topner in a few seconds. Get Gao Xian Nuo to do it for you. Heng was looking like he hardly wanted to live. Stop talking, you bunch of peoplee here quickly! This crusty little mage of mine is standing in the dragons cave with NoHomo. The remaining half of my health is going to be finished soon, Mo Huaifeng: Nuo, go first. Wait for me to finish pushing this turret. On the mini-map, three people from the opponent team have moved there. If you guys cant take them on, run quickly. These words came a little toote, and in a blink of an eye, Ji Zhiyao was already facing those three people: Tall Boots support, midner, and jungler Lan Guang. Ji Zhiyao was currently fighting the Dragon, and he licked the corners of his lips. As the three yers from Tall Boots were gradually approaching the dragons cave and, in the next second, would be bringing him into their attack range, Ji Zhiyao threw two abilities onto the Dragon. Then, he used an ability for immunity for a second, jumping out from the surrounded circle that was almost closed up by the three of them. In the next moment, the Dragon raged, and an attack with an additional 50% of damage dropped on the trio of Tall Boots without a miss. Purple light shed across, and all them froze for a second. Their health lines all dropped by a quarter. Chapter 82 - I Will Do My Best

    Chapter 82: I Will Do My Best

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Good opportunity! Heng had bought a set of armor and had also dodged far away. Thus, he was not really affected. He grabbed the chance, threw a stunning ability onto the opponents support who was weaker in terms of both attack damage and resistance, and then climbed onto the Dragons cave along this route. Meanwhile, Ji Zhiyao also made use of the period of time when the Tall Boots trio were still stunned, first using his ultimate ability on all of them, then putting all the attack damage of his first and second ability onto the opponents midner, leaving him with a quarter of his health. Right then, Mo Huaifeng and Nuo arrived. Mo Huaifengs ability were all avable, so it did not take him much to finish off the opposing midner and jungler. Leaving behind the opponents support who was the tankiest, Mo Huaifeng and Heng took turns to attack. Not longter, this kill was also taken. At the same time, Ji Zhiyao and K, who arrivedst, jumped in the Dragons cave and took the Dragon. In the time it took for Tall Boots to respawn, the conditions that Mix created after umting the Dragon and three kills were exchanged for new equipment. As they also managed to push down the opponents second turrets on all threenes, their advantage became greater. Subsequently, there was not much suspense, and Mix took the win at the 41st minute. Having finished the match, Ji Zhiyao joyfully squinted his eyes. He twisted open the bottle cap for a mouthful of water while ncing at the results at the same time. Mo Huaifeng was honored as the MVP with 6 kills, 1 death, 13 assists, whereas Ji Zhiyaos results were 2-0-11, putting him in third ce. Not too bad. Ji Zhiyao thought, his heart full of joy. Leaving the room, he remembered the livestream room that had been forgotten for almost an hour and opened it. Thements came in very frequently. [Handling at the part where they were fighting for the Dragon was really not bad. Though he wascking some kills, his awareness to cooperate is really strong.] [66666 who said my melonrind was carried to a win, does your face hurt?] [Only had two kills in total, isnt that being carried? He was the only one poking his nose everywhere, happily running all over. In the end, his results totally hurt the eyes, heh heh.] [Im starting to be a fan. Ive decided to search for more videos to take a look.] [Mediocre, you can tell in a look that Tall Boots lineup for this match wasnt very good, obviously using to practice. Some people shouldnt take it too seriously, dont be in a hurry to turn your image around. Thanks.] [Seeing thement in front, I reallyughed out loud. With such intelligence, are you still able to understand the match?] [My heart aches for melonrinds stolen kills, hoho.] Ji Zhiyao read a fewments and pursed his lips for a second. He lifted the corner of his lips slightly, revealing the subtle dimple on his right cheek. Not avoiding the question, his expression was serious. The seniors from Tall Boots indeed had not brought out their representative champions this time, but with regards to the match earlier, I feel that my own performance was considered not too bad. I hope that the next time I meet Tall Boots battleteam, my skills will have already grown to a point where I can take them on directly. I will keep working hard, and I would also like to thank you all for your supervision. [QAQ melonrind dont worry, mummy will keep loving you.] [Performance was not bad? Disgusting.] [This little older brother is very polite. He looks very humble, and the way he listens to suggestions doesnt look like its faked... then all the best! I will pay attention to you too!] [Mix.Yao all the best!] [We will wait to see.] Then todays livestream will end here. Im going to train now, so see you next time. Leaving the livestream room, he turned off the camera. Ji Zhiyao exhaled deeply and used his hand to wipe the non-existent perspiration on his forehead. On his right, Mo Huaifeng lifted his lips. Performance was not bad? Who gave you that confidence? Ji Zhiyao let out an ah, freezing for a second before replying hesitantly. ... That was already the maximum of my current standards. On the sofa not too far away, Yuan Wei snickered leisurely. Dont listen to Captain, he was teasing you. Did you not realize? Ji Zhiyao turned, glowering at the person who had a truly an idiot whatever I say you believe look all over his face. Yuan Wei said, But I really have toment on you two. Captain, the few minutes in the beginning, why did you rebut those idiots? And NoHomo, those words at the end, itll be another wave of things as long as its put onto Tieba and Weibo. Were you not clear of that? Chapter 83 - Drama Queen

    Chapter 83: Drama Queen

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Looking at the two people who remained silent, Yuan Wei rolled his eyes. The two of you, dont pretend you didnt hear me. Do you guys really have no idea what exactly is going on? Mo Huaifeng frowned, speaking in an indifferent tone. I merely expounded the truth. Which line was wrong? Wasnt Nuo carried? The disdain thatpletely filled his chocte brown pupils almost gave Yuan Wei a heart attack, and Yuan Wei clutched his chest. Yes yes yes, you were right, but why must you rebut? Why, ss heart, if they shoot a line at you, do you feel extremely unwell all over? NoHomo just joined the team, and the most important thing now is to train well and carry tournaments. Dont let him be troubled by all the people starting things out there! Its something so simple. I dont believe you dont get it. Back then when Xiaofei became a reserve, didnt he get cursed at? You rebutted, and in the end, didnt it backfire even harder? That rascal was scolded till he didnt dare to step out the doors of the base for a whole month! Xiaofei, who was innocently swept in, raised his hand weakly. ... Actually, I remember I went shopping in the supermarket for instant noodles. You shut up! Yuan Wei said snappily. Seeing Xiaofei piteously not daring to speak, his muzzle was aimed back at Mo Huaifeng, who was still mute. I guarantee that all the cursing at NoHomo would be even harsher now. Besides, there would also be a huge crowd calling on you for brainlessly protecting him. As long as in our hearts we are clear of how things are, thats enough. Actions like rebutting them right back in their faces are totally unneeded. Captain, what do you think? Mo Huaifeng responded. K. Yuan Wei asked, Ive said so much, and all you have is a letter. Can you reward me a few more? Is there more? You! Ji Zhiyao quickly stood up and held onto this battleteam manager who seemed like he was about to fly into a rage and hit someone in the next second. Brother Yuan Wei, this incident was mainly because I was too impulsive. My expression wasnt too nice then, and I reckon Captain said those words because he saw me that way. My endurance ability is too weak, and at the worst, Ill hide thements next time. Yuan Wei stared at Ji Zhiyao for a moment and then looked at Mo Huaifeng, two meters away, examining him with a frown. His rationality returned, and he could not help but feel slightly guilty. He cleared his throat and asked seriously, NoHomo, what I am trying to say, are you clear about it? Ji Zhiyao thought for a moment. Youre telling me not to mess around, focus on training, and improve my capabilities before I can make them take back their words. That is just a small part. Ji Zhiyao looked up doubtfully and happened to meet Yuan Weis eyes. Yuan Wei said calmly, You guys are professional yers. Getting cursed at, being hated on... its all meaningless. If one day you be the champions of the international league and someone hates on you, will you still be affected? When they first join the team, actually everyone is very clear about what they should do. But subsequently, as they be more popr, more peoplement on them, and people fall in very easily. Yuan Wei was rarely so serious as he spoke with a severe countenance. If you fall into this weird trap, when you want to get out again, itll be very difficult then. Ji Zhiyao understood then. If his feelings when he saw Yuan Wei ring up at Mo Huaifeng was that of bewilderment, even indignation, now that he had heard these words, he wished he could drop to his knees right there and give three loud kowtows to Yuan Wei. Before he joined the team, he had thought very clearly and expressed himself clearly to everyone. After joining the team and experiencing much more, he instead wished that nobody could see him. He began to care about what others thought of him. He even forgot that the reason for him joining the team was that bit of want to be a somebody deep in his heart and the dream of bringing the red g with five stars to the podium of the international league. All of this was not right. A touch of gratitude filled Ji Zhiyaos eyes as he said, Brother Yuan Wei, I understand now. Thank you. With that, he returned to his own seat, put on his ear-mic, and entered a new match. Yuan Wei heaved a sigh of relief. At the same time, the sense of aplishment of being a mentor welled in his heart... just as he grinningly was about to go out to the yard for a stroll while humming, his vision identally shifted in Mo Huaifengs direction. Mo Huaifeng twitched the corner of his lips and mouthed some words to him. Youre quite a drama queen. Yuan Wei turned blue. ... The f*ck, when he was ying the fool earlier, he should have rushed forward and give this Captain two punches. Chapter 84

    Chapter 84: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Mo Huaifengzily moved his eyes away from Yuan Wei, and as he turned around, his peripherals swept past Ji Zhiyao, who was jungling seriously. After thinking for a second, Mo Huaifeng reached out and pulled off Ji Zhiyaos headphones. Ji Zhiyao was forced to stop and question. Whats up, Captain? Mo Huaifeng paused, saying coolly, You just have to focus on ying your games well. The rest of the things, you dont have to worry. Thanks, Captain. Ji Zhiyao smiled. He paused for a second and then emphasized. Dont worry, I will y properly. Mm. Mo Huaifeng nonchntly nodded slightly and turned back to face his ownputer, intending to y a few matches alone. Right then, a restless, unusual voice sounded from the sofa again. Captain, NoHomo, both of you went to the shopping center today? Mo Huaifeng nked out for a few seconds. Why? Youre still asking me why? All because of your attitude to a fan that you got onto the trending searches, and youre actually still confidently questioning me... Yuan Wei nced at him with a troubled look. My Captain, you go take a look at trending search number 37. Not just Mo Huaifeng, everyone, including Ji Zhiyao who was in a match, threw their games aside right away and went onto their phones. Trending search number 37: Fi-god, no longer a fan. Seeing this title made Ji Zhiyao frown deeply. He tapped it open. The most popr post was by TodayImAlsoFi-godsFangirl. [TodayImAlsoFi-godsFangirl: Today, I met Fi-god in person while shopping. At that time, I couldnt hold in my excitement and rushed forward to ask if I could take a photo with him. In the end, I was rejected... felt rather indignant and couldnt bear to give up this chance, so I asked again. At that point, I felt that Fi-gods attitude was softening. Right then, I saw the rubbish influencer who had been using Fi-god to gain attention these few days. I couldnt hold back and stopped him, telling him to focus onpetitions and stop trying to gain attention all day. Who wouldve expected that Fi-god went off at him over those words, saying in my face that if all his fans were of quality like me, hed rather not have any fans. I can only say that after being a fan of him for three years, Im tired. If his attitude to old fans is like this, then Ill just not be a fan anymore, alright? Ive understood now. This scene is just tant protecting and seeking attention. Having no fans doesnt even amount to a thing in his eyes. This ount will be kept as a reminder for myself. Im done with the scene, heh heh.] Ji Zhiyao had some impression now. This user was the long-haired girl that he saw with Mo Huaifeng when he walked out after purchasing his camera. She spoke very nicely online,pletely unlike the haughty and overbearing manner that she had been in person. At a side, Mo Huaifeng casually took a few looks at his phone and then threw it back to its original spot without much change in his expression and continued to y with his legs crossed. K said, She probably graduated from the Central Drama Queen Academy, so showy. Which old fan in the scene doesnt know that Fi-god doesnt ever take photos with fans? Nuo tsk-ed twice. From her words, I get a sense that this is a womans hatred that stemmed from love. Heng chimed in, Exactly, she still imed to what? Really really like Captain? Looking at this now, its so obvious shes trying to ruin him. Unreciprocated love is really scary. Xiaofei said, Thements below have virtually refreshed my bottom line for vulgarities. Ji Zhiyao had not looked at thements, but he could totally imagine how bloody it was. He stared at Mo Huaifengs side profile. All sorts of ideas spun swiftly in his mind. Should he stand out and exin that it was because the girls words were very harsh that Mo Huaifeng reacted that way, or would bowing down and admitting that he was the new generation of the charmer to befog peoples minds, Danji [1. Ady known in Chinese history for seducing the king and being the culprit of chaos in the pce and country.], be more convincing?... He had just nked out for a moment, and the person who was continuously stared at by him finally asked resignedly, What are you looking at me for? Ji Zhiyao was caught. Touching his nose, he replied. I was just thinking about how to exin for a bit. Mo Huaifeng seemed even more helpless. Have you forgotten Yuan Weis words earlier? I dont care about all these. What do you want to exin? But... Theres nothing to but. Mo Huaifeng interrupted him and pointed at his screen. The match, youre going to lose. Chapter 85

    Chapter 85: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao: But... Mo Huaifeng: If you lose this match, for the next month you can only dream of getting creeps from the right side of the jungle. A chill went down Ji Zhiyaos spine and he jumped onto the keyboard. Mo Huaifeng watched Ji Zhiyaos handling that seemed like he was on fire for a while, then as if remembering something, turned toward Yuan Wei, who looked upset... He tsk-ed reluctantly, the tilt of his chin pointing to the direction of the front door. A minuteter. There were two more people in the courtyard of Mixs base. Yuan Wei looked at the man whose features appeared even more perfect under the clear moonlight, his expression remained unchanged on the surface but deep down he wished to stuff him into the toilet bowl on the first level of the base. Mo Huaifeng pulled out a cigarette from the cigarette case, biting it as he said, Very troublesome? Yuan Wei replied, Troublesome, very troublesome, this post has been reposted more than 300 times, more than 4000ments, now theres a bunch of people out there questioning your image. Perhaps you might have to wear a mask when you go out from now, if you identally show your face youll even be pointed at and judged, Look, hes the man who made his fans cry. Damn it, Ive been in the team for more than three years and Ive never seen as many problems as weve had in these three weeks. A corner of Mo Huaifengs lips lifted, he puffed out a breath of smoke to the side before saying, When a Weibo post that is spreading unreal information has been reposted andmented on till this extent, we can pursue legal responsibility. Call the club directly, get them to find awyer and issue a statement. So simple and violent? I would love to not resolve the matter, as long as you dont look at me so nastily. ... Ill call up the club right now. But Captain you should also take note, theres no need to go this far to protect a teammate... Are you having any ideas about him? Do you wish to die? Im not joking with you, Im asking seriously. Is this you looking forward to me having ideas for him? Yuan Weis expression turned dark, I didnt say anything, dont try to pin anything on me. Mo Huaifeng sneered coldly, put out the cigarette and entered the vi. As he approached the training room he heard a few of them whispering quietly, only missing a persons voice... Mo Huaifeng looked up and as expected saw the person sit right in the middle staring at the screen unmoving, appearing very focused. If it wasnt because he had not worn his ear-mic, Mo Huaifeng almost thought that he was currently lost in his match, unable to extricate himself. Virtually so stupid it was funny. He walked over and asked with a neutral expression, The match earlier, did you win? Ji Zhiyao replied, I did, took over the match when I hadpletely developed, carried the whole team. Want to take a look at the results? Mo Huaifeng shook his head, deliberated for a bit then said, Theres a training tournament set next weekend, do prepare in advance. Huh? Ji Zhiyao was surprised, obviously not expecting this. But it came to his mind that he wouldve been in the team for two weeks by next weekend, it was indeed time to check the results of his training. Hence he restrained his expression, asking, Which team? Wan Ning. Wan Ning was an established battleteam, formed for a slightly longer period of time, but the strength of their battleteam could only be considered slightly above average. If they were lucky, they could be one of the final eight teams in the national qualifiers as the bottom team; if they were unlucky, it was also possible for them not to get a cing. Holding a training tournament with a team of such capabilities, one could easily make out Mixs current standard. Ji Zhiyao nodded. Okay, I will prepare well. Mo Huaifeng made a sound of agreement. He frowned, but quickly eased up, saying, Im hungry. Ji Zhiyao immediately grabbed his phone. Ill order takeaway, what do you want to have? My treat. Spicy hotpot. Spicy level medium, no coriander, no mushroom, more meat and pumpkin slices. Get a portion of thirty dors and more, if not it wont be enough. Ji Zhiyao swiftly tapped away while enquiring, Are these enough? Do you want anything else? Captain dont stand on ceremony with me, order more. Mo Huaifeng pushed him and said annoyed, Thats all, stop asking me. Ji Zhiyao muttered in a low voice, Treating you to a meal and you still have such an attitude, who else other than me has such a good temper? Some things that were constantly sinking in his heart seemed to have lost their gravity and slowly, be light. Chapter 86 Chapter 86: Untitled Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Sunday, Ji Zhiyao woke up very early,rge dark circles under his eyes, and had already started a match while the remaining five members of the team were still deep in oblivion. Only at midday did someonee downstairs. Xiaofei walked down thest step yawning, both eyes drowsily looking at Ji Zhiyao. NoHomo, youve started to y? What time did you wake up? Ji Zhiyao rubbed his eyes that were sore and casually thought for a moment. 9? Around that time, cant really remember anymore. Xiaofei gulped, very loudly swallowing the water that was jammed at his throat. If I remember correctly, when I went to bed at 2:30 AM, you were still in a match. Am I right? Ji Zhiyao smiled, just as he was about to say something, turned back and saw his game interface that had already entered the countdown. Thus he only mm-ed in reply, and put on his ear-mic again. Xiaofei silently stared at his back view for a while, then put down the water ss and sat onto his own seat. Pressing on the on button of theputer, exercised his fingers and prepared to begin training. The third toe downstairs was Heng, K the fourth andstly Nuo and Mo Huaifeng who appeared together... everyone saw Ji Zhiyao and Xiaofei silently engrossed in training, ying matches, and for the first time, did not say anything and followed in switching on theirputers. Hence, when Yuan Wei entered the vi from outside, he retreated out of the front door with a surprised expression, checked the door number... after checking he changed his shoes again and walked in, muttering, I didnt go to the wrong house, whats wrong with my teammates? Theyve stopped eating snacks, stopped spouting obscenities and also arent cking off watching videos and ying cards. One must know that if these three things all disappear in their base one day, it would beparable to red rain falling... Yuan Wei was terrified. Mo Huaifeng pulled off a side of his headphones, his tonezy. Nuo dragged me to y together. Nuo: Its because I saw that K started to train the moment he came downstairs. K: I feel very hopeless too, even Heng stopped with the obscenities, wheres the fun in me being frivolous alone? Heng: The f*ck, Xiaofei is so hardworking. If I continue to not train, Im going to end up being pressed down on the reserve seat by the newbie. Xiaofei: Huh? I followed NoHomo. He woke up five hours earlier than me, and also had five hours more training, I want to be a reserve with a dream like him. The culprit Ji Zhiyao bore six gazes, including Yuan Weis in that moment. He helplessly took off his headphones, half his forelocks fell slightly as he spoke, Brother Yuan Wei, Captain, can I return to school before 10 PM tonight? I have a lesson in the morning tomorrow. Yes. Yuan Wei was quick to reply. Mo Huaifeng then said Not allowed. Ji Zhiyao called out, Hey, Captain? Mo Huaifeng nced at the dumbfounded Ji Zhiyao, his fingers knocking on the tables surface as he said bluntly, Training time isnt enough. I remember you have third or fourth period tomorrow, you can still make it in time if you leave from here in the morning. Ji Zhiyao was surprised. Captain, you actually even memorized my timetable, youre really too scary. Mo Huaifeng remained silent. If we count from 9 AM in the morning till 9 PM at night, my training time should be enough. Mo Huaifeng snorted. And not counting the time you take for drinking eating farting and using the washroom... you still want to punctually punch your card and get off work? Do you have any professional spirit? Ji Zhiyao was resigned. ... I wont be able to wake up. He paused for a moment and thought of an ingenious idea that would definitely be rejected by Mo Huaifeng. Captain, why dont you give me a ride tomorrow morning? If you send me, Ill definitely be able to wake up. After being rejected, he could then return to school to sleep in. Just as Ji Zhiyao could not help but merrily praise himself deep down, he saw the person seated on the right turn up his thin lips. Okay. Ji Zhiyao opened his eyes wide. ? ? Chapter 87

    Chapter 87: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Whereas when Mo Huaifeng saw this expression of his, the arc of the smile on his thin lips turned even higher, although for other people, such a smile could only considered the mostmon smile,for the Mix Captain, it was the biggest expression he had had for almost a month. He nodded his head, repeating himself as if wanting to agitate someone once more. Okay. Ji Zhiyao was speechless. His smile crumbled, his tensed up back crumbled. Everything crumbled. Damn it, he couldnt tolerate this anymore, he wanted to curse at someone. Especially when he saw his other rotten teammatesughing till they seemed to be in convulsions. Ji Zhiyao suppressed his anger. Captain. Hm? Theres really no need to trouble you. After all, you attend to so many important things everyday thinking about which team to invite for training tournaments and how to protect your teammates. Oh yes you also have to mull over how to improve our capabilities in order to make to the international stage how I can use such a trivial, meaningless matter that will only waste time to hold you up- I want to go out for a drive. Drive your- Mo Huaifeng did not catch that and moved closer. What? Ji Zhiyao smiled. Sure Captain, it happens that I also cannot bear to part with my teammates. Mm. Mo Huaifeng nodded lightly. A match together? Okay. Hence this duo shakily began their run, amongst everyones bbergasted stares, shakily began. ... Monday, 9 AM in the morning. Having stayed up till the early morning for a few days, Ji Zhiyaos eyes hurt so much that he almost couldnt open them... he simply only lifted a slit, slowly groped along the railing to go downstairs. In the midst of the blurriness, he saw the figure of a person seated unmoving on the sofa downstairs. Ji Zhiyao was so surprised that he opened his eyes wide right away. It was his own Captain. His expression was extremely sombre, as if he would be beaten up in the next moment. Though surprised that Mo Huaifeng actually really woke up early, but recalling his morning temper that he had encountered previously at the airport... To protect his life, Ji Zhiyao decided there and then to distance himself from Mo Huaifeng. Pity he hadnt taken a step away, the person on the sofa had already opened his eyes, his brows tightly knitted together, pupils darkening, looking extremely displeased. Ji Zhiyao was shocked. The Captain was so frightening. Mo Huaifeng made out the person before him, his displeasure gradually fading. However when he saw Ji Zhiyao four to five meters away from him and even had a leg looking like he was backing away, he was expressionless, with a not very gentle tone. What are you running for? Huh? Ji Zhiyao yed dumb. No, I saw that you were sleeping, was nning to go get a ss of water thene wake you up. Mo Huaifeng nodded and expressionlessly closed his eyes again. Ji Zhiyao was dazed, and blinked, staring at Mo Huaifeng, not understanding what this meant. Not hearing any movement for a long time, Mo Huaifeng opened his eyes once more, more expressionless than earlier. If I cannot return to the base to sleep before 10 AM, you dont have to think of approaching the red buff for this whole week. Ji Zhiyao swiftly turned around, while pouring water he did not forget to rant to himself about how Mo Huaifeng only seemed to know this one line of a threat. After drinking water, Ji Zhiyao returned to the sofa area, but before he called out, Mo Huaifeng had already opened his eyes and was walking towards the front door. He obviously hadnt fallen asleep the whole time. However, Mo Huaifengs dark circles and bloodshot eyes looked extremely unsafe, Ji Zhiyao hesitated over and over and finally only under Mo Huaifengs look of if you dont get on, dont appear in front of me for the rest of your life did he slowly buckle up his seatbelt. What was unexpected was though the car went fast, it was still very steady. Ji Zhiyao exhaled out of thankfulness for his life, thought for a moment and asked, Captain, can I treat you to breakfast? Chapter 88

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Mo Huaifeng responded tersely, No. Okay. Ji Zhiyao made a sound of agreement and didnt try to persuade him anymore. The temperature of the air-conditioning was veryfortable and before long he began to feel drowsy. In midst of his sleepiness Ji Zhiyao realized that his Captain was still driving, it didnt seem very appropriate to just fall asleep. Thus, he tried hard to open his eyes, but he couldnt no matter how he tried, instead his eyelids felt even heavier... he struggled for a few minutes then with a tilt of his head,pletely dozed off. Mo Huaifeng saw this scene through the rearview mirror, and the corner of his lips twitched rather unhappily. He really took him for a driver. Though he thought that way, but when Mo Huaifengs vision carelessly swept past the short sleeved shirt and pants on Ji Zhiyao, he frowned slightly, then lifted his hand to adjust the cement of the air-conditioning. Twenty minutes past, the speed of the car slowed slightly and entered S Universitys campus. When Ji Zhiyao dazedly opened his eyes, it was already ten minutester. He looked at the dormitory building outside the building lost in thought, and turned back quite a whileter. Thanks Captain. Mo Huaifeng looked at him, then nkly pointed at the time. It was twenty minutes before his lesson. Ji Zhiyao woke up right then. He opened the car door, speaking quickly, Captain, Ill go to lesson first, y with you tonight! He swung the door shut, waved his hand then ran into the dormitory building, all traces of him lost in the blink of an eye. Mo Huaifeng silently looked at the door of the passenger seat, his expression resigned. Or perhaps, even he himself hadnt realized, slightly indulgent. Brother, you are really very good. The 23rd time! Ji Zhiyao facing Yang Bings sparkling look, was on the edge of going berserk, as he used his peripherals to viciously give several res to Wen Heng. Wen Heng looked back even more innocently, giving Ji Zhiyao a fit of helplessness. Who wouldve thought, Wen Heng identally telling Yang Bing about him bing a professional yer would actually turn out this way. His heart was tired. Ji Zhiyao spoke in a low voice, Bing, I heard that his module is quite difficult, why arent we listening in ss first? Yang Bing seemed as though he was in a dream. Huh? Its okay. Let me properly worship you first. Listening to ss or whatever,pared to you, isnt important at all. Ji Zhiyao muttered, ... Damn it. Ji Zhiyao went mad. Tell you what, which professional do you like, Ill go get an autograph for you, even if I dont know him Id shamelessly ask for it. Please stop looking at me like this, its really dreadful for me. I dont have any yer that I especially like, I just feel that to have such a dorm mate like you, is really unreal. Yang Bing touched his nose, sensing that he seemed a little perverted, hence coughed and changed the topic. Does this mean that I will be able to see you on television? Ji Zhiyao with an icy look. If I do well yes. If I dont do well, you can only go to Weibo and Tieba to scoop up my corpse that is left in the wind. Yang Bing was silenced. Such a look of admirationing from his idiotic dorm mate followed Ji Zhiyao all the way till the afternoon before it was slightly ayed. Four people went to the canteen for a meal then returned to the dorm. Both Yang Bing and Wen Heng formed a team to y an online game, Ning Lichao camped on his bed to read a novel. Ji Zhiyao first entered Mix battleteams WeChat group chat and told everyone to prepare to y. While he was waiting for the game invitation, he turned on his livestream room, but it was the kind where there was no camera. This was Yuan Weis idea. The matter that Ji Zhiyao couldnt maintain an all-day training program, was only known by the people of the club. In order to not allow someizens who were very extreme with their words to start things, as long as he was at the dorm and not at the base, he was not to turn on the camera when he livestreamed. Chapter 89

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Tonights touch was not too bad, Ji Zhiyao yed several matches, insanely leading the game and carried the team for almost all of them, a few times he even snatched away Mo Huaifengs MVP title. Such that after Ji Zhiyao turned off his livestream, K and the rest roared wildly in the ear-mic. Change is upon us, our daddy is no longer our daddy. Its as if I can already see the selected person to be the next team dictator. Ji Zhiyaoughed heartlessly, then heard an indifferent voice. Are you very pleased? Ji Zhiyao was instantly frightened, hisughter immediately became hissing. No, my tooth hurts. Mo Huaifeng remained silent. What exactly have I missed in the days that I wasnt around? The newbie is actually walking all over the Captain? Another person cackling withughter whilst speaking suddenly appeared in the ear-mic, inexplicably familiar. Ji Zhiyao was a little surprised as he greeted him very happily. Brother Xiao, youre back at the base? No, too lonely at home, I saw you guys chatting so merrily in the group chat and I couldnt help bute and butt in. Xiao said, Hows it, little reserve, hows the training by the team? Are you able to adapt? Quite good. Other than his teammates, each with more obscenities than the next, when they yed, one more unreliable than the next, their Captain threatening to beat up their dog heads if they didnt train properly at every turn... His conscience hurt a little. Ji Zhiyao came back to his senses and realized the remaining people online in the voice chat were only Xiao and himself. He was confused briefly and could not help but let out a huh. Xiao said, The match you guys yed earlier, I entered the room to spectate, specially watching you. NoHomo, your awareness is especially good, but there are other ces that are stillcking a little. Ji Zhiyao understood then. This was Xiao specially guiding him through the voice chat. He shifted his mouse, finding the video recording of the match earlier then pulled out his notebook and grabbed a pen. Brother Xiao, go ahead, Im carefully watching the video. Xiao also did not remain modest, after all regardless of his capacity as a senior or the two years that he had spent bonding with the other members of Mix, he was indeed the person most qualified to guide Ji Zhiyao. Look at the five minute mark, you took this creep and the little one beside it. They are very close to Captain, Captain has a habit of killing them first to level up. 17 minutes, the first wave of a small team fight in the middlene, you appeared too early, if... 21 minutes, you shouldnt have let go of the small dragon to get skills, if you get this boost, it will be much easier for K at the topne... 33 minutes here, look, this movement... Throughout the video of the match that was 37 minutes long, Xiao pointed out the problems intermittently. Although they didnt have too much influence on the matchs situation, changing some details would make the game much easier. Ji Zhiyao nodded while listening, some minor shorings came with him from the start, no one reminded him previously too. Now that they were meticulously pointed out one by one by Xiao, there was a feeling of being suddenly enlightened. I will take note next time, Brother Xiao, are there any other problems? Xiaoughed. I still thought that you would say, Leave me alone, stop b*tching. Ji Zhiyaoughed resignedly. Making me drop some bad habits is for the good of the team, Im not foolish. Alright, I actually still have some suggestions, for example your alphabetical movements... Ji Zhiyao listened on very attentively, stopping from time to time to write furiously, interrupt with somements and explore more in-depth with Xiao. By the time the two hung up reluctantly, it was already past 10 PM. Ji Zhiyao had spoken till his mouth was dry. Picking up his water card and cup, he went out to get some water. There was a long corridor between the dorm and the water room, merryughter and angry curses sounded from time to time from the dorms on the two sides, and alsomenting and bellowing after losing matches. Thest few rooms that had their doors wide open obviously didnt really pay attention to hygiene, the smell of cologne and smelly feet mixed together rushed into his nose, smelling extremely strange. Ji Zhiyao held his breath, quickened his steps and turned into the water room. Fetching a cup of cold water, Ji Zhiyao lifted his head and drank the whole ss on the spot, then he filled up his cup, bringing it back to his dorm. Entering the room, he swept a nce at his table, realizing that the green notification light of his phone lit up again and again. cing his cup down, Ji Zhiyao doubtfully picked up his phone and flipped through it and saw a missed call. A call from home, he didnt know what was the matter. He tapped on the dial-back, sitting back on the stool. The call was quickly put through, the voice of a young girl sounded in Ji Zhiyaos ears without any warning. Brother! Hearing this voice, Ji Zhiyao instantly rxed, replyingzily, Mm. With that, he nced at his wrist watch as if recalling something and asked, Shouldnt you be in school for self-study? Why are you at home? I suddenly had a nosebleed at self-study session tonight, scared the wits out of my teacher. He directly approved my leave to let me go home. Ji Qingges voice was uncaring but it made Ji Zhiyao frown tightly. He went through all types of illness that will cause nosebleeds quite a few times in his mind, his expression turning upset. Why did you suddenly get a nosebleed? Better now? Let mum make an appointment for you and go get a check? Ji Qingge curled her lip. Ive already said its nothing, probably because I havent been drinking much water these days, too dry. Hey, lets stop talking about me, I still wanted to ask you. Youve just left for less than a month and already created such a huge incident, most important thing is youre still not telling me! Speak, do you already have someone else outside? Ji Zhiyao was baffled. What nonsense are you saying? What have I done? Joining Mix battleteam, are you still ying the fool? Ji Qingge unhappily hmph-ed and smacked her lips twice, pretending to be in deep grief. Fi-god is so handsome, Im really worried about you. Go away, dont force me to hit you when Ie home. Pausing, Ji Zhiyao spoke again, even more displeased than Ji Qingge. Fi-god, you dont do eSports, why call him so intimately? Handsome guys are irrespective of boundaries. Ji Qingge giggled, saying longingly, Do well as your jungler reserve, when Im on vacation Ille to Mix battleteam to visit you. I havent seen what a battleteams base looks like. Theres so much that you have yet to see. Ji Zhiyao mumbled a word troublesome, then said reluctantly, You shouldnt keep thinking about rxing, when youre on vacation Ill bring you out to have fun. Got it got it, I will definitely study hard and do better everyday. Ji Qingge suddenly remembered. By the way, about you going to y professionally, I identally spilled the beans tonight, now mum and dad both know. ... Ji Zhiyao gritted his teeth, wanting to kill her. Oh yes, I heard that to y professionally you have to quit school to train, did you quit school too? No. Huh? But I already told mum and dad. ... But dont worry, they didnt say anything, I feel that theyre already letting you be free. After a call with Ji Qingge, Ji Zhiyao felt like he had aged by three years. Chapter 90

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios He shook his head, and from the corner of his eye saw Yang Bing sneakily looking at him. Ji Zhiyao was startled. What are you doing? Yang Bing asked softly, Who are you calling? It cant be your family, right? Seeing Yang Bing grinning and winking, Ji Zhiyao felt upset for some reason, arching his brows. It was family, whats up? Yang Bing didnt catch that there was something wrong with his tone, directly bing embarrassed. Nothing much, just... Xing Chuxue and I are nning to treat you guys to a meal, the night of the day after tomorrow. If its convenient, bring your family member along. Ji Zhiyao was dazed. Ning Lichao who was lying on the bed poked his head out with a shocked expression as did Wen Heng, who was currently in a ranked match. Hehehe its nothing too long before, we just got together two days ago. You guys dont go around spreading it yeah, thedy is shy. Treating you guys to a meal this time, was even initiated by her. I really like her so much, shes really so virtuous, so gentle, Yang Bing chuckled. Do you guys want to prepare some gifts or what for the first meeting for mydy? Ji Zhiyao was made speechless. He rolled his eyes several times at Yang Bing, together with two puking sounds. Nevertheless, Yang Bing was very satisfied with the result of his show of affection, grinning and wasnt angry at all. The bit of difort peeped up at the bottom of Ji Zhiyaos heart instantly disappeared, saying, The night of the day after tomorrow is it, let me apply for leave from the team. By the way, what does your girlfriend like? Yang Bing looked alert. What are you secretly inquiring after this for? Werent you talking about a gift? I dont know how to pick stuff for girls. Ji Zhiyao was speechless once again. I just casually said it. If you want to take it seriously you can too, just buy whatever is expensive. Get lost get lost get lost! Yang Bing indeed turned around and went to exaggeratedly describe his romantic history with Xing Chuxue to Wen Heng and Ning Lichao. Ji Zhiyao gave it a thought and felt that as Yang Bings best friend, it was indeed only right that he gave this gift, nothing wrong with that. He sent a WeChat text to Ji Qingge, asking what girls generally like, then entered Mix battleteams group chat. [MelonRind: I have an important piece of information!] Nobody was training, so new replies came very quickly. [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: Quickly hand it forward!] [Heng: Speak humannguage, what civilized person are you pretending to be.] [MelonRind: I have to go the baseter on Wednesday [covers face] my dorm mate found a girlfriend, wants to treat us to a meal.] [Xiao: You guys havent started school for long yeah, this little fellow is really quick. NoHomo you should learn from him.] [KisExtremelyHandsome: Hold on, calling out to Captain for you.] [KisExtremelyHandsome: Captain has given his approval. But he said to get you to bring back 100 sticks of barbecued skewers, add chilli and cumin.] [MelonRind: Is that enough?] [KisExtremelyHandsome: Hold on yeah, let me think of what else to add.] [DB.MHF: Cooking up a story behind my back, you think I dont have a phone?] [DB.MHF: Come solo in a while. @KisExtremelyHandsome] [KisExtremelyHandsome: Captain, I was wrong! Begging for no bullying, begging to be loved once more! [bawling] ] [DB.MHF: Toote.] [DB.MHF: @Xiao We havent yed for the national qualifiers and youre instigating your teammate to seek other pleasures that will affect his goal, are you living life toofortably these days?] [Xiao: Captain, this idiom isnt used like this.] [MelonRind: Yus!] [MelonRind: Now all I want is to be the champion of the national qualifiers, then carry the champion trophy of the international league back. No expectations for anything else.] [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: Pukes.] [Xiao: Pukes.] [KisExtremelyHandsome: Pukes.] [Xiaofeifeifeifei: Though I dont know what happened, but still... pukes.] [ManagerYuanWei: Although such spirit is worthy of praise but which hot-blooded big boy wouldnt want to find a girlfriend? MelonRind do you like boys?] [MelonRind: Will my sry be deducted if I curse at someone?] [DB.MHF: Its fine if you curse at Yuan Wei.] [ManagerYuanWei: ?] [MelonRind: Okay.] [MelonRind: @ManagerYuanWei: [smiley] [smiley] F*ck you! Did you hear that? F*ck you!] Ji Zhiyao nkly threw his phone down,ughing coldly. ... In a blink of an eye it was Wednesday. The election of the ssmittee happened to be this afternoon, everyone in 1306 didnt want to be part of themittee, hence they filled in their voting ticket beforehand and got someone else to help hand it in, then slipped away. Outside the ssroom, a girl in a white long dress was waiting for someone. Yang Bing rushed over at once, smiling goofily at the girl. Ji Zhiyao was sure then that he had recognized wrongly, this was Xing Chuxue. Seeing Yang Bings innocent manner that he didnt even know where to ce his hands, Ji Zhiyao coughed once, tempted tough. Um, Chu Xue, these three are my dorm mates. That night Old Ji almost knocked you down, at that time all of us were present, you still remember? Xing Chuxue nodded, two specks of red on her cheeks as she said shyly, Mm. Let us head to the dining ce first, we can chatter. With that, Yang Bing pulled out a sunshade umbre from his bag, shielding the dainty Xing Chuxue securely, not getting one bit of the sun. The other three all appeared speechless, very sensibly falling behind by a few steps, walking in a row at the back, refusing to move closer to the front to watch their PDA 1 . The ce Yang Bing picked was a restaurant selling Sichuan cuisine outside of S University, the ce was very clean, good food in big portions, prices were reasonable too. Five of them took their seats, very orderly, everyone picked two dishes that they liked and chatted while waiting. Wen Heng was always a man of few words in front of outsiders and Ning Lichao was simple and honest, not good at making conversation. Thus, after awkwardly seating for a minute, the responsibility of initiating a conversation was ced in Ji Zhiyaos hands through Yang Bings sideways nces and winks. Ji Zhiyao was very helpless. He wasnt used to speaking to people that he wasnt familiar with, yet his other two roommates were too clueless, it wasnt nice to really leave Yang Bing and Xing Chuxue hanging there. The gift that Ji Qingge had helped to prepare came to his mind, grabbing his bag, he picked up a small bag with a lipstick inside. Um, Xing Chuxue, this is from the three of us. Yang Bing is quite careless, if there are ces where he hasnt done well, do bear with him. He pushed the bag towards Yang Bings side, seeing Xing Chuxue open her mouth, as if about to reject, he added, No need to be shy. Yang Bing happily received the bag. Of course not, of course not, were all one family. Ji Zhiyao stared at him for two seconds. ... Xing Chuxue epted the bag slightly hesitantly, her eyes knowingly or unknowingly swept past Ji Zhiyao, her voice very soft. Thank you guys. Just then the dishes were served in a row, Ji Zhiyao sighed in relief deep down. Digging in, nobody spoke again. The three single males were the first to finish, silently watching Yang Bings concern and attention for Xing Chuxue opposite them, seeming like he wished to personally feed her even if it was just a mouthful of water. Watching them be lovey-dovey for twenty over minutes, Wen Heng with a cold expression, dragged Yang Bing to the washroom to educate him. Three people remained at the table, Ji Zhiyao and Ning Lichao bowed their heads and yed with their phones to avoid being awkward. Not long after, Xing Chuxue spoke up weakly, Ji Zhiyao, can I add you on WeChat? Chapter 91

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao looked up, surprised and saw the girls eyes blinking at him, instantly cursed to himself in his heart. It wasnt that he was narcissistic. Back then during military training, Xing Chuxue asked for his WeChat publicly; now at the table, there was Ning Lichao aside from him, but she hadnt even said a word to Ning Lichao from the start... What situation was this? Was she intending to achieve her goal through other means? Thoughts swirled in his heart, Ji Zhiyaos expression remained unchanged, he even grinned and said steadily, If you want to ask us out to y next time, get Bing to let us know. Ah... Xing Chuxue bit her lip. But I... Ji Zhiyao did not listen to her, shifting his gaze to the door. You two are so slow, what are you guys doing in the toilet? Yang Bing and Wen Heng entered one after the other, sessfully cutting off what Xing Chuxue had wanted to say. Yang Bing said, I went to settle the bill on the way, so I took some time. Ji Zhiyao nodded, replying, Bing, were done eating, I shall leave first. I still have training at the battleteams side, I took leave toe out today, you know that too. Yang Bing had no objections as he waved. Sure, well hang out again next time. Ji Zhiyao silently muttered to himself that next time as long as Xing Chuxue would be present, he wouldnte even if he would be beaten to death, then while at it notified Wen Heng and Ning Lichao, took his bag and walked out directly. Turning a few corners out the door, Ji Zhiyao casually entered a barbecue ce and ordered 100 meat skewers, 20 potato skewers, 20 chicken wings and 20 skewers of gristle, then under thedy bosss shocked look became lost in his thoughts as he pondered about life. Actually he was mainly still deliberating, how to clear up that bit of fishiness with Yang Bing. This matter ifmunicated well, would help Yang Bing to be more careful and not get cheated; if not put across well, it was possible that they wouldnt be friends anymore. Hence Ji Zhiyao was very troubled, how exactly should he remind Yang Bing? Up till 160 barbecued skewers were all packed, he still hadnt gotten an answer. Ji Zhiyao stretched his arm out to g down a taxi, heading right to Mix base. Both his hands were carrying that huge pile of barbecued skewers, with a serious expression, as if he was hugging and mine, making the driver could not help but repeatedly peek at him. Ten over minutester, the taxi stopped, and drove away again very quickly. Ji Zhiyao entered the password, the front door of the vi opened. In the time he took to change his shoes, five to six people rushed out noisily after smelling the aroma. Nuo was responsible to carry away the huge pile of barbecued meat on the table, his smile like a blooming flower. Oh my, thank you Yao-god, thank you Yao-god. Havent even yed anypetition and youre rushing to give him a title, if NoHomo bes arrogant will you take responsibility? Yuan Wei reached out and gave Nuo a p on the back of his head, then shouted loudly as he began to snatch the food, Slow down, give the potato slices to me! I didnt eat my fill for dinner because I was thinking about this mouthful. Mo Huaifeng was tall, reaching out from the top, he easily took the chicken wings in the bag, chewing on his chicken wings and coldly snickering at the remaining of Mix battleteam who were madly fighting for food, while replying to Ks Captain leave the chicken wings for me. Arent there four more skewers left in the bag? The whole scene paused for a moment, then including the coach and stats analyzer, a total of seven people began to fight for the possession of the remaining four skewers of chicken wings. Even if they had nine lives, they wouldnt dare to snatch the food from Mo Huaifeng. Ji Zhiyao watched on with a numb expression at Nuo in the center who screamed repeatedly and was about to be ttened into a meat patty, telling himself for the 101st time, this is Mix base, not some kindergarten for advanced ages or a mental hospital. Mo Huaifeng found a te to ce his chicken wings, then with a skewer in this mouth, walked to Ji Zhiyaos side and nced at him. In a bad mood? Ji Zhiyao mm-ed in reply, dazedly picking up a skewer from the te and gave Mo Huaifeng a rundown of tonights happening all at once, vexedly asking, Captain, how do I say it? Say it however you should. Whether he listens or not is his business, youve done your part. After being reassured Ji Zhiyao took a bite of chicken wing as if venting his anger, saying incoherently, I shouldnt have taken leave tonight, what kind of matter is this. He shook his head in frustration, but unintentionally saw Mo Huaifengs expressionless face. ... Captain. Mo Huaifeng pointed to the training room, then unhurriedly nced at the chicken wing in Ji Zhiyaos hands, a cold smile formed the corner of his lips lifted. Three less hours of training and you still have the cheek to eat? Shall we also get a few cans of beer and have a party. Thats not very right. You really think I dont hit people. Ji Zhiyao indignantly had a bite of meat, then reluctantly ced the half-eaten chicken wing back onto the te, unwillingly dragged his feet into the training room. Mo Huaifeng stood where he was, a light snort sounding from his nose. He looked down and nced at the miserable looking chicken wing that was coated with transparent saliva at some parts. In the next second, a certain eSports idol with mild OCD frowned, picked the deformed chicken wing up and put it aside, not throwing it away, no criticism and also no mocking. Instead as if nothing had happened, ate the skewer in his hands. ... Entering the training room, Ji Zhiyao sat in his own seat, pulled out his phone and sent Wen Heng a text first. [MelonRind: Are you guys back at the dorm?] [WH: Just arrived, why?] [MelonRind: Is Bing there?] [WH: He came back with us, Ill get him for you?] [MelonRind: No need, theres something personally. Ill go to him directly.] Leaving the chat room with Wen Heng, Ji Zhiyao couldnt refrain from frowning slightly, his fingers pausing for a moment before he typed quickly: [Bing, got something to tell you, no other meaning. Before I left, your girlfriend asked for my WeChat, I didnt give it.] [Yang Bing: Huh, its fine, even if you dont want to give it were still brothers, Im not angry!] [MelonRind: ...] [MelonRind: This is how you think?] [Yang Bing: Yeah, if not how would I think?] Ji Zhiyao really didnt know what to say anymore. He sighed and typed: [Honestly speaking, dont be angry. I feel that Xing Chuxue isnt very suitable for you.] [Yang Bing: What do you mean?] [Yang Bing: Old Ji, if you continue speaking like this, dont me for not treating you as a brother.] Seeing this line, Ji Zhiyao aggrievedly threw his phone aside. He really could not continue the conversation any longer. If he had said anything more, he reckoned Yang Bing would misunderstand that he had any ideas towards Xing Chuxue. What kind of matter is this? Ji Zhiyao stayed silent for a moment, then put on his headphones. He turned on his livestream, and entered a match alone as practice. He had no expression and yed very aggressively, leading to such a style ofments in the livestream room. [QAQ so scary.] [Oh my god, is this Yaos true personality? Did I be a fan of a person with split personality?] [Did my melon not eat his fill.] [Was probably criticized by Fi-god, he looks so upset.] [Hugging my melon tightly, I am scared.] After finishing yet another match, Ji Zhiyao stretched his neck and wrists, hearing a low voiceing from the top, concisely. Thest wave, too impulsive. Chapter 92

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao turned back and saw Mo Huaifeng standing behind his chair, his expression serious as he looked at the results of the match on the screen. Sensing his gaze, he even asked lowly, Am I right? It wasnt considered reckless, I did it after urately grasping their respawn time. Ji Zhiyao closed the interface, lifting a brow as he asked casually, Captain you done eating? More or less. Mo Huaifeng threw a bottle of water his way. Ji Zhiyao moved his hands to catch it, twisting it open and took a few mouthfuls and asked, Want to y together, Captain? Yesterday when he was ying alone he continuously met acting teammates, and lost quite a few stars, now that a pro was here, it was just in time to hug onto him and rank up. Mo Huaifeng pulled back the chair, sweeping a nce at the camera on the table that had been taken out, the knuckle of his index finger knocked once on the surface of the table as hezily lifted his eyes and signaled to Ji Zhiyao. Ji Zhiyao nodded, ignoring all the fans in thements requesting for a longer livestream and closed his livestream room. Stuffing the camera back to the behind theputer once more, Ji Zhiyao seemed to have thought of something and said, Captain, it just urred to me, since I joined Mix battleteam, my little disciple hasnt contacted me anymore. Your little disciple who? What does that... Mo Huaifeng paused, his eyes went around then looked towards the confused Ji Zhiyao, as he continued in a casual tone, Ive talked to him, youre busy with training, I have no time to guide him. Ji Zhiyao smacked his lips, looking regretful. Your nephew was especially obedient, and talented, its really a pity to not be able to guide him. Mo Huaifeng was a little annoyed. Whats there to pity, he didnt get anyone else to be his master. Didnt we agree to y together? Do you still want to y? Yes yes yes! Two hourster, the duo was dismissed. Ji Zhiyao looked at the more than two hundred points that he had gained and nodded satisfied. Mo Huaifeng was continuing to y alone, K, Heng and Nuo were ying altogether. Ji Zhiyao didnt really feel like continuing and went right to the stats analyzer for videos and information on Wan Ning battleteam. All packed and sent to yourputer, there are both documents and videos, you can study them properly. The stats analyzer tapped his shoulder and said, Change your game username, its better if everyone is standardized during the training tournament. Ji Zhiyao thought of his own username, his expression looking like he had a lot to say. He returned back to his seat with a dark expression, logging into the game as fast as he could and changed his username to Mix.Yao, then opened the attachment that the stats analyzer had sent earlier. Inside, even any particr tendency of the members were detailedly written, Ji Zhiyao first roughly went through the documents, then found the videos and began to study. By the time he had finished watching three of Wan Ningspetitions, the notebook on Ji Zhiyaos table already had two pages fully filled. His right hand let go of his pen and grabbed the mouse, preparing to find a video of Wan Ning at the national qualifiers to watch. However, the moment his elbow rxed, the notebook was taken out by the person beside him at once. Mo Huaifeng held onto the edge of the notebook, skimming through it from the front to the end. The handwriting was very delicate, put possibly because it was more casual, it came slightly with some hastiness. Whereas the content did not have much logic, written down wherever his thoughts went. He looked through a few more pages, then reced it on the table, saying indifferently, Next time after you watch a tournament, write notes ording to person, clearer for reading. Ji Zhiyao refused, Too troublesome. Facing Mo Huaifengs slightly cold gaze, he still refused to relent, saying firmly, Writing words is too tiring, I wished I could write pinyin. Heh, Mo Huaifeng sneered, Shocking! The only primary school student in the eSports scene amazingly appeared in Mix battleteam ? Ji Zhiyao kept a fixated gaze on the screen. Captain, if I lose the tournament this weekend, you take responsibility. Mo Huaifeng hmph-ed coldly, then gave him a few more looks, before slowly turning away. ... After forming various teams under the arrangement of the stats analyzer and intensely practicing for a few days, Mix battleteam finally weed their first team training tournament after receiving a new member. In the custom room, both teams had chosen their respective champions and waited for the countdown. Dont be nervous, NoHomo, this is nothing. K chewed on bubble gum and consoled Ji Zhiyao who was currently taking deep breaths, Look at how indifferent Captain is,ter on just give the creeps up to him and hug his leg and wait to be carried to a win. Ji Zhiyao: The jungle is thest of a junglers dignity. Heng: Hey, what dignity are you talking about with us! Ji Zhiyao: So Captain, if I give them up to you I can be carried? Heng, K and Nuo were silent. Mo Huaifeng: You can try. Ji Zhiyao: I choose to stay alive. The few of them finished loading the game inughter. When the heroes valley appeared, in a split second, the room was if a silencer button had been pressed, even the sound of breathing could be heard. They all knew that this was an extremely important tournament. It might concern just how they could fly hereafter. Wan Ning came to counter jungle once the match began, this was a strategy that they consistently used. Ji Zhiyao and Heng used a midner and jungler team up hiding in the bush, attacking the two opponents here to counter jungle till they only had shreds of their health left and dejectedly ran back. At the topne, K was very stable as always, facing two yers from Wan Ning, he remained firm and hid beneath the turret, wretchedly developing. Whereas at the bottomne, Wan Nings topner met Nuo and Mo Huaifeng who knew how to use dirty tricks, he didntst long, being finished off the moment they came across each other, Mo Huaifeng sessfully drew first blood. With the first encounter, Wan Ning sensed that they werent that easy to deal with and began to use a slow and steady strategy, contently killing minions to develop. Heng staggered back to his middlene, Ji Zhiyao finished taking the first wave of creeps, then opened the statistics map to take a nce, then his vision swept across the mini map as he made his way towards the opposite jungle sticking in the bushes. Because they tried to steal his jungle earlier, the opponents jungler was half a jungles worth of gold and a level beneath him, as long as his handling was stable, now was a good opportunity. Indeed, Ji Zhiyao stealthily went forward, while the opponent was not paying attention, a set of swift handling sessfully allowed him to get a kill with himself only having half his health left. His health wasnt full, hence he didnt wander, directly returned to their own middlene, circling around Heng and stole the minion gold from the middlene. Heng: My house is most unfortunate, what sin have Imitted. NoHomo, your daddy is at the bottomne, if you want to snatch go snatch from him. Ji Zhiyao had an amused expression but didnt retort, while his fingers made no movement of pausing, clicking away on the mouse, finishing up thest few minions under Hengs grieving look. The new wave of jungle creeps happened to be respawned, Ji Zhiyao retired after having his work done and plunged into the jungle once more. The harmonious atmosphere between the two teamssted for more than ten minutes, up till Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng teamed up and took down the little dragon while three people from the opposing team rushed over, then a small team battle took ce out of the blue in the jungle. Ji Zhiyao who had half his health left was exchanged for the opponents midner with full health, Mo Huaifeng finished off the remaining and returned to the bottomne with almost full health. Taking advantage that the opponent had lost their midner and ADC, Heng and Mo Huaifeng pushed down two turrets at the middle and bottomne one after another. Chapter 93

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios At the topne, K, without the pressure of the opponents ADC, managed to kill the opposing support. K: Try ande team up to bully daddy again! Now do you know what it means by hares may pull dead lions by the beard? Ji Zhiyao: What? Heng: Damn idiots HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA! ! Mo Huaifeng: You think it through before you speak. K seemed to have fallen into agony, he thought so hard but still couldnt figure out what he had said wrongly. Ji Zhiyao made it through the respawn time and reappeared alive and kicking in his own fountain. He looked on at the superb situation, mused for a moment and said, Captain, I have a frightening idea. Mo Huaifeng: Take it back. Ji Zhiyao made a tsk sound. Forget it, the aged doesnt have much sense of adventure. Heng, lets go, well go wander! Heng vainly touched his own face. Feels veryfortable to hear these words. Where do you want to go? Brother Hengs got your back! Two minutester. The duo who endeavored to seek trouble were ganged up on by the opponent team and both offered their skulls. Heng and Ji Zhiyao sighed. Mo Huaifengughed. Luckily their advantage in the earlier stage was more significant, and their techniques were really up to the mark. Although Ji Zhiyao and Heng had sought their doom with no hesitation and sessful reduced the gold gap between the opponents team and themselves, but enduring till the 37th minute, Wan Ning couldnt hold on anymore, thest turret at the middlene was pushed down. K was the first to bear the attacks and killed, yet before he could roll up his sleeves and re up, he realized that the opposing midner who had single handedly finished him off earlier was already a corpse under his Captains arrows. The crystal copsed! Mix, victorious. Ji Zhiyaos eyes were bright as he smiled foolishly while looking at the screen all by himself. This was his first official training tournament! They won Wan Ning. Even though the duration of the match was close to 40 minutes and could not be considered as one where they trashed their opponents, it could still prove... Although his skills were temporarily at the average level, he wasnt so bad as to bring shame to Mix! Hence Ji Zhiyao joyfully squinted slightly, with a wave of his hand. Tonight is my treat, lets eat out? Sure, sure, theres a newly opened restaurant over at Silver ces area, seems to be hundreds of years of pce cooking passed down from the ancestors, extremely luxurious, lets eat there. Heng who was the closest to Ji Zhiyao naturally hung his arm around his shoulder, pretentiously sighing, I heard the average cost is 18888 yuan, initially wanted to keep it to ughter Captains pockets, but didnt expect you to be so keen. Thanks to the bit of money Ive managed to earn from livestreaming, if not I wouldnt even be able to buy you guys a meal. On the other end, Mo Huaifeng looked up after hearing him, his tone casual, Call me daddy and I wouldnt mind paying. Ji Zhiyao: ... Behind them, Yuan Wei who was busy with a friendly exchange with Wan Ning battleteams manager didnt even raise his head, speaking quickly as he retorted, NoHomo dont listen to Captain, in one more week your sry will be in. Money is especially precious, but the value of morals is worth even more, ever heard that? Ji Zhiyao quickly calcted his monthly sry to himself, then straightened his back in agreement. Brother Yuan Wei is right! In reply was Mo Huaifengs merciless sneer. Their first battle was a victory, the atmosphere in the whole training room was very rxed. The stats analyzer recorded data ording to the information from earlier, whereas Yuan Wei after interacting with Wan Nings manager, kept up the pace and set another two more training tournaments for the next weekend ording to Mixs capabilities that they had first disyed today. After that was dinner time, everyone at the base boarded the van, rushing towards the rumored pce cuisine restaurant. Servers pulled open the front door, Ji Zhiyao only felt that the standard of the decor was worthy of its average consumption cost. The style of decor was almostpletely modeled on ancient times, carved beams, painted rafters and thendscape paintings on the walls, ink painted screens in the hall formed a pleasing contrast under the dazzling bright light of the chandelier above their heads. It was a pity that the bunch of inte-addicted youths who had just stepped in totally couldnt spot the expertise of it all, only unknowingly lowered their voices in such an environment. They were a little uneasy from feeling out of ce. As they walked deeper in, Ji Zhiyao couldnt help but ce his gaze on the tall and upright figure right at the front. Although his Captain also wore a short sleeve shirt and sweatpants, his steps looked evidently more confident. He used the back of his head to face them, as if trying to say I am totally unlike you bunch of coy b*tches. Really too... Too what? Ji Zhiyao thought till he almost went bald, even till theyd entered a private suite and taken their suites, he still didnt have an answer. ... Two hourster, a group of males looking satisfied could be seen rubbing their round bellies as they boarded the bases van. I must say, although theyre expensive, their food is good. K leaned on the chair all nted, smacking his lips as he said, Plus the name of every dish is poetic, I feel especially like a cultured person today. Heng teased, 18888 yuan for a poetry lesson, why are you so extravagant? K snorted, Its NoHomos treat anyways. Ji Zhiyao: ... The way back was filled withughter. It was 8:20 pm when they arrived back at the base, as they had eaten and drank their fill, hence everyones enthusiasm towards ying through the night ran unusually high. Ji Zhiyao and Nuo yed together, however Nuo idled around creating trouble, hid behind during team fights instead of tanking damage and even openly stole quite a few creeps from Ji Zhiyao... Once the match ended, Ji Zhiyao started silently at the gray word DEFEAT on the screen, swiftly kicking Nuo out. Seeing that the rest of his team mates were all in their various matches, he decided he might as well y alone. The random match up of opponents by the system ended. Among the opponents usernames, Ji Zhiyao saw a familiar one at one nce. Gtx. Languang. Ji Zhiyao closed his eyes briefly in grief and anger. What grudge and enmity was this! Minding that he had eaten too much tonight and trying to find something for him to do? He then recalled the match where they met by chance, he had never fought with Lan Guang face on before and was very afraid, Ji Zhiyao instantly felt even more suffocated. He didnt even know if they could win this match... Ji Zhiyao came back to his senses, and realized he had already missed the time to pick champions, the system had automatically allocated him an assassin champion, the progress bar of the game had already begun to move. Ji Zhiyao silently stared at the champion that he hadnt used in a hundred years: ... There was a line of denouncement in his heart that he didnt know whether to vocalize or not. Just then the match buffer had already ended, heroes valley appeared, Ji Zhiyao instantly threw that bit of displeasure in his heart to the back of his mind, fingers on the keyboard, swiftly adapted to his champion, then plunged head first into the jungle. The pace of this match was slightly fast, Lan Guang also seemed to be purposely showing off his handling,ing and going as he pleased in the jungle opposite. However Ji Zhiyao did not intentionally observe Lan Guang, but went about steadily, trying his best to quickly finish farming his jungle. Lan Guang seemed to be provoked, directly skimming past in Ji Zhiyaos direction. Based on handling alone, Ji Zhiyao temporarily wasnt Lan Guangs opponent, he dodged around. Having dodged a few times, a new line appeared in the open chat. [Gtx. Languang: ? ] Ji Zhiyao typed a chain of ellipses over, instantly feeling that Lan Guang was even more aggressive than earlier. Chapter 94

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao was a little flustered. Just as he was repeatedly retreating, Ji Zhiyao suddenly heard a voiceing from above him. It sounded a little annoyed, but it was concerned. Why are you hiding? Dont know how to use your abilities? The assassin champion under Ji Zhiyaos controlgged for a moment in his movement. Using the third ability allows you to go round to the back, second and first ability can be used to create abo with your ultimate. If you can kill him do it, if you cant then deplete him. Youre at full health, what are you afraid of? As the calm but slightly provocative voice sounded especially reassuring, Ji Zhiyao instinctively acted ording to the way Mo Huaifeng had said. Lan Guang indeed did not expect that he would suddenly start attacking and was stunned rooted to the ground, losing more than half his health to Ji Zhiyao whose equipment was mediocre right away. Once the stunning duration past, Lan Guang turned around to escape but Ji Zhiyao had already swapped out one of his other equipment for a better pair of elerating boots beforehand, he chased hard, until Lan Guang fell to the ground. Nice! Ji Zhiyaos eyes were bright, a bead or two of perspirations from being too nervous even hung on the side of his forehead. Finally some progress. Mo Huaifeng ced his hands in his pockets and turned around to the refrigerator to get water. Ji Zhiyao let out two chuckles, then looked back to the game interface. By the time Mo Huaifeng returned drinking his iced water, the corner of his eyes saw Ji Zhiyao currently helping his midner to finish off the opponents midner, his style was nimble, way way way better than his timid and cautious handling against Lan Guang earlier... Mo Huaifeng snorted, If every time Ipete the opposing topner behaves the way you did when you met Lan Guang, I would be able to win effortlessly all the way to the international league. ... Mo Huaifeng continued, All Lan Guang has more than you is a few years of ying professionally, his standard is about the same as you, dont be like a mouse seeing a cat when you see him C if I hadnt taught you earlier, were you going to cry? ... Ji Zhiyaos expression was an upset one. Captain, what has your jungler done wrong? Too afraid. Wheres your punch from daring to call Xiao the midner reserve when you first joined the team? Ji Zhiyao wanted to bury his face in the keyboard. But it was merely a thought. Ji Zhiyao was very clear about Mo Huaifengs reasons for saying those words to him. Strategically not fighting the opposing jungler head on and being afraid of fighting the opposing jungler head on, were two different things. Since he had chosen to be a professional yer, then unavoidably, in his journey toe, he will encounter more and stronger junglers, Chinese, Americans, Koreans and so on. By that time perhaps he would have already be stronger, but the strong are always countless, he will definitely meet opponents who are like Lan Guang to him at this stage. If he wanted to walk towards the international league, he could not be avoiding constantly or even be afraid. He had to adjust his mentality. Mo Huaifeng meant well for him and why would Ji Zhiyao not know to appreciate that? When he lost his match at hand due to a small gold difference, Ji Zhiyao quit the game, turned around and called out for his Captain with a serious expression. Mo Huaifeng looked at him, not knowing why he was called, his chocte brown eyes filled with seriousness, leading to the words that Ji Zhiyao had in his mouth and was about to vocalize being swept clean in an instant. After a few seconds, Mo Huaifeng waited but Ji Zhiyao still had not spoken. He frowned, thinking that this was a new method that his little reserve was using to tease him, thus speechlessly was prepared to turn back. At this point, Ji Zhiyao who had kept it in for a long time finally cried out. Captain youre really handsome! Mo Huaifeng was confused. .... At Tall Boots battleteams base, Lan Guang stared at therge VICTORY on the screen in front with pursed lips, his expression hard to understand. It was because Xiaoye was the closest to him, and noticed that Lan Guang hadnt moved for a long time, he could not help but look over. Catching this expression of Lan Guang, he was immediately shocked, his tone serious as he asked, Whats wrong? Thinking about the match earlier. Lan Guangs personality was a little arrogant and also because he was highly skilled, there were rarely any matches that would be on his mind after the match has ended, Xiaoye did not manage to hold back and leaned towards Lan Guangsputer, looking at the stats of the match. When he saw a slightly familiar username on the opposite team, Xiaoye was enlightened, This person... Mixs new reserve? His name is Ji Zhiyao right? You were thinking about him? Lan Guang did not hesitate and nodded. Xiaoye recalled the match from before where he had met Ji Zhiyao, his expression became much more rxed as he said casually, What about him? He couldnt possibly have beaten you right? I remember his handling skills were very average though he is not too bad in cooperating, but overall he doesnt stand out. For a newbie, hes considered not bad, at the very least he could kill me single-handedly. Xiaoye sat up abruptly, not too convinced. Killed you single-handedly? Hasnt he just joined the team a few days ago? Probably happened while you were unprepared, right? Lan Guang did not deny and mm-ed in agreement. Xiaoye sighed in relief, grinning. Then he isnt a threat for now, newbie, there are always newborn calves who arent afraid of the tigers, wait till he meets you again, he wont be as lucky anymore. Lan Guang recalled Ji Zhiyaos huge change in ying style earlier, deep down suddenly feeling that there was something amiss in what Xiaoye had just said. But when he opened his mouth he realized that he did not know how to vocalize this weird feeling, so he shut his mouth tight once more and began another match. Hopefully, things were as simple as Xiaoye had put them. Only a newbie reserve... The current Mix was like a chain C only as strong as its weakest link. ... Two weekster, at the entrance of the municipal hospital, a group of tall and skinny boys queued up and boarded a van, each of them were wearing a mask on their faces, so their looks could not be seen clearly. When the door was pulled shut, several harsh exhales rose one after another. K in the backseat was the first to tug off his mask.Oh my god, that was so suffocating. Ji Zhiyao who shared the same rotten tastes as K rarely did not express the same opinion, I think it was still fine, its so cold anyways, just take it that its for keeping warm. Heng faced the reflective windows and vainly assumed several poses in various angles, To be honest with you guys, I find that I am very handsome, Im like a superstar here for a private visit in in clothes. *pukes*, please sober up quickly! Hearing Nuos insult, Ji Zhiyao instead thought of another person through Hengs words. He turned his head slightly and looked towards the man sitting on the right side of the first row, behind the drivers seat. He had not removed his mask, his side profile was delicate and handsome, the edges clear-cut. Beneath his longshes were two light shadows from staying upte to watch the videos of training tournaments of the various major teams, he looked a little tired, but that did not stop him in the least from looking handsome. His own Captains visuals were virtually something that one could never get tired of looking at, the title of the eSports idol wasnt for nothing. Ji Zhiyao nodded inwardly, but heard Xiao say at this point, Im most aggrieved. Im just staying in the hospital for a surgery, all these efforts make it seem like I have some unmentionable disease that cant be known... if this spreads in the future, do I not want my face. Chapter 95

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The inside of the vehicle instantly burst into peals ofughter, even Mo Huaifeng who hadnt fallen asleep at all couldnt help but lift his lips in a smile. On the other end Yuan Wei sat there calm and unruffled, pretending to be surprised as he mocked, What unmentionable disease? Xiao-god, why cant I understand what you said? Xiao turned blue in the face. Go away! Yuan Wei sighed, Ah, this is also something that cant be helped. Our team is too fragile now, just a slight rustle of leaves in the wind will bring criticism for us... He paused, as if recalling all the things that had happened to Mix after Xiaos wrist injury had rpsed,ing to a conclusion a little angrily, Weve been rather unlucky recently. Xiao was nonchnt as he reached out and ced his arm over Ji Zhiyaos shoulders, the light in his eyes slightly cold. I remember earlier in March this year, the club said that there would be a national performance tournament tour, there shouldnt have been any changes to this schedule right? Yuan Wei froze for a moment, No. Then theres no need to worry. Itll definitely be NoHomo ying in my ce for the national tour, by then, however theyve spoken about our team, well make them take back every single word. In the period of less than a month that Xiao was in the hospital, he couldnt y games everyday and could only read all the news online. If there was anything up with the team, he would know better than anyone else. Precisely because of that, he held a grudge. What rights did they have? Even if Mix was missing him, it was still the only Chinese professional battleteam to make it to the international league. When everyone was hating on Mix, why didnt anyone think about how much glory Mix had once brought for the Chinese? Indeed, in eSports, being lousy is the actual sin. Ji Zhiyao as the jungler reserve, was currently Mixs slightly weaker link, thus he became the breach for all the haters to freely hurl insults at Mix battleteam, giving everyone who could not bear the sight of Mix a good opportunity. But Xiao was simply indignant. All of them were training hard and harder to make it into the international league, including Ji Zhiyao, today he saw the kids dark circles that looked like he hadnt been sleeping for a few days. Whereas for the people who didnt know what they had done, easily using what they thought as kindness to hurt... Since being reasonable was futile, then lets p them on their faces directly. The ones suffering shouldnt be them! Ji Zhiyao was slightly surprised as he lifted his eyes; when he saw the cold smile on Xiaos face, he became most confused. He wasnt clear about other aspects, but about Xiaos temper he was sure that he had understood one point: Xiao didnt have much of a temper, he could get along,ughing and joking with anyone. Thats why he was so surprised. In the front row, Mo Huaifeng opened his eyes, turning halfway around to face all the members of Mix who were serious for once, the corner of his lips lifted in a smile, the gaze in his eyes sharp, Xiaos suggestion is not bad. For the national performance tournament tour next month, seven cities, 16 matches, no losing even one match. Everyone automatically straightened their backs, very firmly agreed. Mo Huaifeng seemed to have thought for a moment before saying with a hidden meaning, Ive seen the list of opponents, theyre too weak. The atmosphere that was still tense a while ago copsed at once, each of them grinning from ear to ear. Nuo said, Thats good thats good, Captain, were all very satisfied. Ji Zhiyao looked over, seeing Mo Huaifengs lips that were slightly curled, an ominous feeling suddenly grew in his heart. As expected. With them being too weak, it wont show our capabilities. Mo Huaifeng paused, adding on, I will contact the club to change parts of the list, shifting the overall strength of invited opponents to be above that of Wan Ning. Everyone: ... Ji Zhiyao tried hard to recall all the details from the match against Wan Ning battleteam, and every problem that showed up for him... after staying silent for ten over minutes, the van stopped, outside Mix base. All of them alighted one by one, entering the house. Xiao walked directly into the training room, sitting in the seat that belonged to him and Ji Zhiyao, Havent been back for a month, this spot is still the mostfortable to sit in. Ji Zhiyao smiled hearing that, cing the yogurt that he had gotten for Xiao before him, saying, How about just sitting here to sleep tonight? Go go go you get lost! There was a smile on his face, a few secondster he was animatedly using his right wrist that was wrapped with a bandage and wrist guard to call Ji Zhiyao, while standing up and giving up the seat, NoHomo, youe over, y a match for me to observe. Okay. Ji Zhiyao sat down directly,unched the Heroes client and prepared for a match alone. Probably because it was a working day, he had to wait a long time before he was matched up, and then it was a Master match. Only two people, himself and one person among the opponents team were Challengers. This made Ji Zhiyao a little helpless. In a Master match, he didnt know if Xiao would be able to make out his current standard. Carrying such a thought, Ji Zhiyao breezily used 20 minutes to finish the match. When the game ended he turned back and realized that other than Xiao standing behind him, there was also Mo Huaifeng and the stats analyzer. The three of them were conversing in low voices. Ji Zhiyao unconsciously licked his lips, his heartbeat slightly speeding up. While Xiao continued to exchange opinions with the stats analyzer, Mo Huaifeng looked up, realizing that the person on the chair in front had secretly perked up his ears. His dark, dewy eyes were a little restless, making him seem like a little hamster who was waiting for feeding time but was also worried that his owner wouldnt give him food. Digging right into his heart in a split second. Hence when Ji Zhiyao looked dumbfoundedly towards him, Mo Huaifeng mouthed some words. You did well. Ji Zhiyaos eyes instantly lit up, and heughed foolishly. Theughter that suddenly appeared sounded very spooky, Xiao and the stats analyzer turned silent at the same time, staring, baffled, at Ji Zhiyao, then along his line of vision looked at the expressionless Mo Huaifeng. Mo Huaifeng questioned, What are you looking at? Xiao and the stats analyzer were silent. Ji Zhiyao stared at him for two seconds, speechless. The captain was really fierce. Could the one who consoled him earlier be a fake Captain? Xiao coughed once, saying, NoHomo, you continue with your game, well be watching from the back and discuss some stuff while youre ying. Ji Zhiyao nodded, Okay. Before the next match began, Mo Huaifeng also sat back in his own seat, ying by himself. In this afternoon and night, Xiao and the stats analyzer first requested Ji Zhiyao to continuously y five to six matches, then made him practice all the champions that he knew how to y once through. Other than going to the bathroom and eating takeaway, for more than ten hours, Ji Zhiyaos butt seemed to be attached to the chair, not even moving once. At nearly 12 AM, this brutal test finally ended. When he heard Xiao and the stats analyzer relent and allowed him to rest, Ji Zhiyaos tensed up nerves finally loosened. He slumpedzily against the back of the chair, not only was his wrist beginning to swell, but his temples throbbed. This really took a lot of physical and mental strength. After lying copsed for a few minutes, Ji Zhiyao managed to rotate his wrists a bit. Chapter 96

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Feeling extremely hungry, he got up, preparing to go cook a bowl of instant noodles. Yet when he stood before the stove and thought of the series of actions of filling the pot with water, boiling water, cooking and seasoning the noodles and serving it that he had to go through before he would be able to eat something... Ji Zhiyao suddenly felt so tired that he didnt want to move even one finger. Forget it, he would just crunch on the dried noodles. He used his teeth to bite the packaging of the instant noodles then tore it open, pulling out the dried noodles from inside. Just as he held it, ready to take a bite, Ji Zhiyao helplessly watched as the instant noodles in his hand was snatched away by a slender and distinctly featuredrge hand. Oh my god, even for instant noodles you have to... Ji Zhiyao turned back with gritted teeth but saw a person that he totally did not expect to see, his ferocious expression hung right there as if the pause button had been pressed. ... Captain? Mm. Mo Huaifeng looked at Ji Zhiyao, his gaze signaling him to move backwards, but Ji Zhiyao couldnt understand it, and remained slow-wittedly remained standing there. Mo Huaifeng was resigned and spoke up, You move to the back. Ji Zhiyao was still thinking about that bite of dried noodles, eagerly staring at the inside of Mo Huaifengs hands as he said, Captain youre hungry, there are other instant noodles in the cab do you want to get a packet yourself? Could it be that he would even snatch this piece of noodle? Mo Huaifeng decidedly to simply not speak much, only calming his voice. Go stand at the back. But I want to eat... You lost so terribly in thest match and youre still thinking of eating? The problem was so obvious, go think about where exactly you went wrong. Ji Zhiyao doubtfully sighed, his brows tightly knitted together, evidently in the course of thinking hard if things were as Mo Huaifeng had said. Hearing the pping sounds of slippers behind him, the corner of Mo Huaifengs lips involuntarily lifted in almost unnoticeable smile. A resigned emotion shed through his eyes, that was clearly indulgence. He lifted the pot that had been filled with water, finding two eggs from the refrigerator. ... Ji Zhiyao thought till he almost went bald, in addition the feeling of emptiness in his stomach that appeared from time to time, his entire person was shriveled up, very low-spirited. By the time Mo Huaifeng walked out carrying a big bowl of instant noodles and saw Ji Zhiyao dejectedly squatting in the corner, he almostughed. He reflected just because he told him to, he wasnt so obedient usually. Mo Huaifeng ced the bowl in the table, and used a pair of chopsticks to lightly tap the edge of the bowl. Ji Zhiyao,e and eat. Ji Zhiyao who was called out raised his head abruptly. Freezing and looking towards the bowl on the table that was still steaming, only pointing to himself after a while, questioning, Captain you called me? Is there anyone else here? Ji Zhiyao let out a huh, blinking in astonishment. He stood up and shook out his legs that were numb from squatting, pouncing towards the table before he could even stand steadily. As his actions were too eager, he almost toppled over the soup bowl, fortunately Mo Huaifeng acted quickly and grabbed his cor. Thinking about just how hot the soup that had just been cooked was, Mo Huaifengs face turned livid instantly as he said in a low voice, What are you so anxious about? His tone was fierce, Ji Zhiyao hunched his shoulders, afraid, as he smiled apologetically. I didnt stand firmly. Mo Huaifeng wanted to say more, but he realized that he couldnt do anything with Ji Zhiyao at all, hence he could only loosened the cor in his hand, as ifpromising. Eat. Ji Zhiyaos pair of eyes were shockingly bright, he didnt even tidy up his clothes that were messed up from being grabbed, his whole mind on the instant noodles. Only when he was almost done with the bowl noodles, did he manage to free up his mouth, raining praises grinningly. Captain, you are really great! Mo Huaifeng had did not reply to that, his fingers knocking lightly on the surface of the table. Eat quickly, Xiao was still looking for you earlier. Ji Zhiyaos expression crumbled instantly, in no mood to chat on, he looked down and ate with a speed much faster than before. A few minutester, Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng returned to the training room one after another. The rest of their teammates were all training in matches alone, only Xiao and the stats analyzer were sitting side by side on the sofa, looking at theptop on the table. As he caught sight of Ji Zhiyao entering, Xiao called him, NoHomo,e sit here. Okay. Ji Zhiyao sat in between the two, likewise watching theptop before them. Xiao said, I just did a simple analysis with Old Ning, your main problem is nothing too big, but some habits arent very good, or in other words, not suitable for our team and requires you to improve by yourself. Ill tell you about it, you see if theres anywhere not right then well discuss in detail. First up... More than half an hour went by, Xiao gulped a ss of water and looked at Ji Zhiyao whose brows were knitted tightly, jesting, Whats up? Minding that Ive said too much? Ji Zhiyao shook his head. Brother Xiao, I wasnt thinking that way. But the national performance tournament tour ising right up... Some parts that required adapting to the team, he was afraid that the short duration of a week wouldnt be enough to do so and would affect the teams performance for the performance tour. Xiao understood his implied meaning, smiling. Why are you creeping towards a dead end? Im not saying that youre not doing well. Instead, Im saying that you can evolve your current techniques into something even stronger. With your current standard of handling, even if you do not do anything, it would be enough to trash those teams on the performance tour. No one is denying that you are very capable, you must be confident about yourself. Xiaos expression was very serious, Ji Zhiyao could not help but smile, nodding as he said, I believe in Brother Xiao and I believe in myself too. Thats the way. Xiao was happy for a moment before he thought of a matter, NoHomo, during this period of time you can y frequently with Captain, practice the jungler and ADC team up. Thats our teams distinguishing feature, hug Captain tight, he will finish off anyone whoes your way. Mixs well-cooperated jungler ADC team up was very well known in the scene, Ji Zhiyao had heard of it even before he joined the team and had also read several posts on Weibo that specially analyzed jungler ADC team up. Now that Xiao had taken the initiative in bringing it up, Ji Zhiyao naturally wouldnt refuse, nodding and saying, Captains pace is faster than me, I will try my best to adapt. Xiao said, Call me along when you train, Ill help you take a look. Ji Zhiyao replied, Okay. ... Mo Huaifeng said with a peaceful face, NoHomo. Ji Zhiyao: Cominging Captain, Ill be right there! Mo Huaifeng, with a rtively peaceful expression: NoHomo. Ji Zhiyao: On my way, on my way! Mo Huaifeng, frowning: Ji Zhiyao? Ji Zhiyao: Captain where are you? Mo Huaifeng, annoyed: Ji Zhiyao do you still want to y? Ji Zhiyao: Captain Im in the Dragons cave... when did you leave? Mo Huaifeng with a nk expression: Right now, get out of this team right now. Ji Zhiyao: ... Okay. Xiao who was spectating at the side covered his face, slightly questioning life. A match ended, watching the fifth DEFEAT that he had gotten with Mo Huaifeng today, Ji Zhiyao wished for death. Fortunately the ount that his Captain had used today was his alternate ount, if it was his main ount, it seems he would showcase on the spot what was known as shredding a living person with his bare hands. He was afraid the number of times that his Captain would lose in a week would not be as many as the number of times he had lost today. Chapter 97 Chapter 97: Untitled Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios At the thought of this, Ji Zhiyao instantly felt guilty. He thought for a moment and leaned his face over, his smile full of ttery. Mo Huaifeng: Stay away from me... why are you smiling so disgustingly? Ji Zhiyao: Captain, are you thirsty? Do you want C or in water? Yogurt or Bacardi? Mo Huaifeng: Bring a bottle of pesticide, I guarantee I can pour it all into your mouth without a single drop left. Ji Zhiyao: ... Captain calm down. Mo Huaifeng: As long as you maintain a 2 meter distance from me for a day, I will probably be able to calm down. Ji Zhiyao made an oh sound, quietly shifting himself out of Mo Huaifengs sight, just in case he was really murdered by his Captain who was currently in a rage. Xiao wanted to say something, but when he saw Mo Huaifengs nk and long face, he instantly shut up and retreated continuously till he was by Ji Zhiyaos side before he exhaled deeply. Scared me to death. Ji Zhiyao silently turned his head to look at him. Xiaos hand that was patting his chest out of lingering fear put down right away. He curbed his expression and said seriously, This wont do, everyone out there knows that our jungler ADC team up isnt easy to go up against. Once this advantage is readily lost, Im afraid Captain will be ganged up on. Who wouldve thought that Captain and I are like our horoscopes do not match... I feel very hopeless too. Promise me, try your best to build up your rapport with Captain alright? I wish do so too, the key is those words from Captain obviously meant that he didnt even want me touching theputer, what do I use to build rapport with him, thoughts? This idea is not bad, Xiao mused. ... Brother Xiao, it seems you are teasing me. Im being serious. You should observe Captains actions, see when he wants to do when he raises his hand, what he wants to do when his expression is cold. Isnt the chemistry between many people cultivated this way? I believe you can do it. Was that so? Ji Zhiyao looked doubtfully towards Xiao and found Xiao nodding all seriously at him. He didnt have much experience and trusted that Xiao was not lying to him. Hence Ji Zhiyao picked up a pillow and began observing each and every movement of Mo Huaifeng from afar. This also resulted in an hourter, when the team dictator finished a match and picked up his ss for a drink, his peripherals identally sweeping by the gaze right on him, in him being so shocked that he almost threw the ss out. Mo Huaifeng shouted, Ji Zhiyao! Ji Zhiyao was beaming with joy. Im here, Im here! Whats wrong Captain, is there not enough water for you? Hence during dinner time, as the invisible air-conditioning around the table was too strong, the other members of Mix were all shivering in their seats like quails, afraid that in an unguarded moment they would be afflicted by Captains anger. Only one single person, constantly circling Mo Huaifeng, unafraid of death. Captain why are you frowning? Is it because this dish is too salty? Mo Huaifeng remained silent. Captain why are you looking at me? Did you want me to pour a ss of water for you? ... Captain, you continuously didnt blink, does that mean that Ive guessed correct? Thats great, since I guessed right, you should get the water yourself. Mo Huaifeng was confused. Beside him, Xiaofei finally could not hold back his curiosity, his gaze remained steadily on his own te but he secretly poked Ji Zhiyaos elbow. Brother, what are you doing? Ji Zhiyao replied in a low voice, Cultivating the chemistry between Captain and myself, so as to prevent Captain losing control and crushing me to death in the future. ... What? But you being like this... Im more worried that Captain will lose control and kill you right now. Ji Zhiyao hesitated. I guessed so urately... I dont think that will happen. As long as youre happy. The clear and sharp sound of chopsticks being mmed onto the bowl suddenly sounded by his ears, Ji Zhiyao instinctively turned towards the source of the sound and found Mo Huaifeng looking right at him, his gaze neutral, unable to tell his mood. Ji Zhiyao, follow me outside for a moment. Yuan Wei was shocked. Whats going on now? Mo Huaifeng stood up, both hands in his pockets. Dont interfere, eat your food. He walked in front, Ji Zhiyao followed. Before they left, his remainingpanions in the dining room all freed up their hands, giving him an all the best gesture. Ji Zhiyao was confused, not knowing what would be waiting for himter on. Mo Huaifengs legs were long and he walked fast. Ji Zhiyao was afraid of making him wait and quickened his steps, following him. Turning past the corner, he realized Mo Huaifeng was partially leaning in the corner beside the door, his shoes already changed. Without any reminders, Ji Zhiyao understood that Mo Huaifeng wanted him to follow him outside for a talk. He changed his shoes, when he looked up again he found that Mo Huaifeng had already walked out. His vision swept past the figure outside that wasnt wearing any outerwear, hesitating for a moment, he followed out, not wearing any outerwear. It was very cold outside, Ji Zhiyao could not help but shiver. The warmth in his body dispersed rapidly but his mind turned clearer. Mo Huaifeng caught up to Mo Huaifeng in a few steps, calling out experimentally, Captain? Mm. Mo Huaifengs reply was neither soft nor harsh, his voice was neutral too. Captain, why were you looking for me? Ji Zhiyao stopped walking, looking puzzled at the person who had stopped as well, standing half a palm taller beside him and asked. Mo Huaifeng questioned back, What do you think? Ji Zhiyao thought for a moment, messing up his own hair, a little embarrassed. Because of earlier? A few minutes ago, he didnt think there was anything wrong... now that he thought back, Ji Zhiyao only felt that he had been an idiot. Mo Huaifengs face was expressionless. I still thought you werent aware of it yourself. He paused for a moment, his tone bing slightly warmer as he changed the topic. Ive fought with Xiao before, has he told you? Ji Zhiyaos eyes widened as he shook his head, surprised. Both of them lifted their legs and walked forwards slowly at the same time, Mo Huaifeng mped his lips, seeming to be reminiscing. A year ago, after the previous international league ended, Mix reassembled, Xiao had just joined the team then. Back then he was young and aggressive, taking advantage that his skills were good, he caused chaos everyday as he contradicted everyone in the team. Yet all of us couldnt do anything to him. Ji Zhiyao did not expect that Xiao who was so good-tempered now actually used to be a problematic youth, hence he asked, full of interest, What happened after that? At that time my international ranking had began rising gradually, the coach and stats analyzer thought that if we trained the bottomne to be Mixs advantage, it would benefit us a lot inpetitions, so they started to train Nuo more, while letting Xiao try the jungler ADC team up with me. You know that the jungler ADC team up requires a certain level of teamwork and understanding. Xiao did not vocalize it but he was actually very unwilling deep down. In two months, nothing came out of our training. It was still fine if we yed apart, if we yed together, it was literally a mess. Mo Huaifeng paused for a moment, saying dismissively, After that, we had three solo matches and I dragged him outside for a fight. Chapter 98

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao wanted tough. Then Brother Xiao submitted just like that? Mo Huaifeng nodded. Ji Zhiyao was just about to say something but something that Mo Huaifeng had said shed across his mind, and he was suddenly reminded of a matter. Mixs jungler ADC team up, I remember it became famous half a year ago... That means, their training... Only took a total of three to four months? How was that possible? Mo Huaifeng shot a nce at him, roughly able to guess what he was thinking, nodding as he confirmed those thoughts. Thats right. Ji Zhiyao pursed his lips. Mo Huaifeng continued. So, its the same for you and me. At most in half a years time, we will definitely work well together. Ji Zhiyao, dont forget, we only have one goal. That is to make it into the international league. He stopped, no longer walking forward, his gaze slightly warm. You dont need to have any pressure, as long as we make good use of the remaining one year, nothing will be a problem. Do you understand, hm? Ji Zhiyao looked into Mo Huaifengs eyes. The color of the pupils were still as pretty as he had known them, they were filled with seriousness and some light. After a few seconds, he suddenly smiled, giving a reply that was evading the question. Captain, everything you said to me earlier, seemed to be more than what you say in a week. Mo Huaifeng frowned in displeasure. Who said that? Im not a mute. Ji Zhiyao pretended that he didnt hear any of that as he said, self-absorbed, Are you thirsty? Let me buy you a drink. Without waiting for a Mo Huaifengs reply, he took off running towards the inside of the vi. Captain, hold on for a moment, Ill go get outerwear. Mo Huaifeng was speechless. This person had said everything, what else could he do? So troublesome. But still considered obedient... Never mind, his own reserve, should still be spoiled. He lifted the corner of his lips slightly. ... A weekter, in the van heading towards the airport. As the team specially shifted the time for them to set off to the afternoon, everyone was rather refreshed. Unlike the structure ofpetition for the national qualifiers and international league that had both been officially verified, Mix battleteams national performance tournament tour was just one where the club received sponsorships and to draw in more fans. In every city, they would invite the most well-known battleteam there for a public training tournament. In the past because Mix battleteam was too strong, it was very difficult to have teams who were willing topete publicly, the club could only reluctantly give up on this national performance tournament tour. However, this year was a different story, as Mix had let out news beforehand that the jungler would be Ji Zhiyao, there were many teams who wanted to make use of this chance to size up Mixs current capabilities. After all, if Xiaos hand injury did not recover, the one to go on could only be his reserve, Ji Zhiyao. Everyone in the vehicle was wrapped in coats, with team uniforms worn on the outside, chatting casually. Xiao grumbled, I just dont understand, isnt it great to let me have a good rest at the base for a month. Im notpeting anyways, why must you guys drag me along to join the crowd? Heng agreed. Exactly, exactly. Its been decided that Xiaofei willpete, why call me along? Xiaofei asked looking dumbfounded, If NoHomo and I go on at the same time and we lose, who will take the me? This is indeed a problem... Ji Zhiyao concurred. K teased, Hello hello? How are you, President of Mix Official Fan Club, there are two people here who would like to take the me after losing apetition, please make arrangements. Yuan Wei sighed. Both of you are really promising huh, we havent even startedpeting and youre already fighting to take the me? Mo Huaifeng concluded, They havent taken enough beatings. Yuan Wei agreed, I feel the same way, Captain please go ahead. Nuo suddenly remembered. NoHomo, arent you still having lessons? The performance tour will take two weeks, what about your lessons? The atmosphere instantly quietened down, Ji Zhiyao braced himself up against the attention of everyone in the vehicle, saying, I went through the content that will be taught this week beforehand and also got my dorm mates to mark my attendance for me, there shouldnt be much of a problem. Thats great. Nuo grinned. I heard its very miserable if you fail exams in university, are your end-of-term examinations happening soon. Ji Zhiyao red slightly. I dont wish to talk to you anymore. His end-of-term examinations were indeeding soon, around the middle of January. They would test the content from a total of six modules. He totally hadnt been studying properly this term... just thinking about it gave him a headache. Ji Zhiyao sighed. Speaking about his dorm mates who were helping him to mark his attendance... hed asked Wen Heng and Ning Lichao. Actually, within the dorm, he was always closer to Yang Bing, but Yang Bing because of the earlier incident, now had someints about him, his attitude was also more unnatural than before. Ji Zhiyao decided to simply not ask him for help, in case it was awkward for both of them. Although it was quite a pity, he had no regrets. He hoped that there wouldnt be any problems between Yang Bing and Xing Chuxue... The van stopped in the parking area of the airport and they pulled opened the door to alight. It was overwhelmingly cold outside, everyone wrapped their clothes tighter and moved swiftly into the airport. Arge group of people going through security checks was also a troublesome matter. By the time everything was done, it was already almost an hourter, just in time for boarding. There wasnt even time to stop, everyone hurried onto the ne. The first stop was A City. In this city, they were about to face two battleteams, Bao Lu and Nx. Bao Lu was a team newly formed in the recent two years, but because their club was wealthy and spent money to buy a midner who ranked number 37 internationally, they could be considered a thriving team. Much less needed to be said about Nx, an established Chinese team, because they had just brought in Korean reinforcements, their condition was currently unknown, Mo Huaifeng decided to have a look at exactly how much they had changed. Ji Zhiyao had several leaked videos of Bao Lu battleteampeting stored in the cache of hisptop, right now he had plugged in his headphones and was watching attentively, even taking down some notes from time to time. By the time he was done with two videos, they were almost arriving at A City. Ji Zhiyao packed up his stuff, gazing far outside the window. National performance tournament tour... He wasing! ... The tournament in A City was two dayster, held in the gymnasium of A University. It was unknown how the club had managed to persuade the authorities of A University that they actually made them specially tidy up several units of apartments for the people of Mix battleteam to stay in, the living conditions werent worse off than hotels out there and the most important thing was that it was nearby. Two people to an apartment, they had already finished discussing the allocation of rooms in the taxi. The physiotherapist with stats analyzer, K with Nuo, Heng with Xiaofei, Xiao with Yuan Wei, Mo Huaifeng with Ji Zhiyao. With regards to this, Ji Zhiyao expresses that he feels very aggrieved. [MelonRind: Speaking logically, Heng is already staying with Xiaofei. Shouldnt I be in the same room as Brother Xiao?] [Xiao: My boy, daddy hasnt doted on you for nothing all this time.] [KisExtremelyHandsome: NoHomo, do you haveints against our Captain?] [MelonRind: That does not exist.] [DB.MHF: Then what is there to ask?] Of course its because you have a morning temper! Just that these words, Ji Zhiyao only dared to mutter in his heart, never daring to vocalize them. With a bawl he started crying. Chapter 99

    Chapter 99: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios By the time everyone was settled in, it was already past seven in the evening, which happened to be dinner time for the students. Nuo and Heng mored to take a look at what a university canteen looked like. They were a group of eight, before they reached the canteen, they were recognized by a small crowd and intercepted. Fi-god! Is it Fi-god? AHHHH I actually met Fi-god? Can I have an autograph? Brother Xiao, I y as a jungler too, I heard your hand was injured, are you better now? Nuo, your actual self is much more handsome than how you look in livestream, so can you give me an autograph? HAHAHA! Little big brother K! I love you! Xiaofei youre adorable! Heng look at me look at me! !... Mo Huaifeng dealt with several fans requests for autographs, then as if having thought of something, looked up, his gaze searching around in their surroundings. Nevertheless, he couldnt find the person he was looking for no matter how he looked, a few senseless fans were still continuously making noise in front of him. Mo Huaifengs expression went cold, directly rejecting their requests and he moved out of the surrounding ring. After walking a few more steps to the side, Mo Huaifeng saw the youth who was standing under the streemp. He had one hand in his pockets, the corner of his lips lightly lifted. His eyes were looking in their direction, his gaze holding envy that was yet to be restrained. Mo Huaifengs heart suddenly shrunk, from his stomach to his throat, the entire way hurt like it had been burnt dry. Ji Zhiyao... Whereas not far in the distance, Ji Zhiyao blinked, surprised as he saw his own Captain who had broken through the swarming of the fans currently waving to him. Huh? Turns out he had not seen wrongly? Why had Captaine out so quickly? He lifted his legs and walked over, his tone teasing as he asked, Captain, why was it you who came out first? Thats not right, I guessed that you were going to be thest. Ji Zhiyaos voice was very lively, not one bit of oddness could be heard. Mo Huaifeng finally calmed down and found his own voice, saying concisely, Too noisy. Ji Zhiyao replied, Youre too willful, those are financier daddies. Mo Huaifeng curled his lip. This was Ji Zhiyaos first time seeing such a childish expression on Mo Huaifengs face, he looked on in surprise for a while, then pointed at the corner of Mo Huaifengs lips as if he had discovered a new continent. Captain, youre not a dead face? Mo Huaifeng was especially tempted to beat him to death. At the same he secretly chided himself deep down, why had his heart ached for an idiot? He had no expression as he said, Im hungry, lets go, well go eat. Ji Zhiyao tilted his chin in the direction that Mo Huaifeng had came from earlier, Were not waiting for them? Mo Huaifeng asked, Do they look like they need us to wait? Ji Zhiyao confusedly turned his head over again, vaguely seeing his remaining few teammates who were in the pile of fans were grinning from ear to ear... the corner of his lip twitched slightly and he said, Captain, lets go. Mm. Two people walked on under the streetmps, warm yellow light shone on them, the shadow that formed on the ground was a pair. It was silent, but the atmosphere wasnt awkward. Ji Zhiyao was pondering about the 4-for-1 strategy that Bao Lu had been frequently using recently when he heard Mo Huaifeng ask, What do you feel like having? I just need meat, not picky about the others. Ji Zhiyao replied readily. Then lets just go to that ce. Ji Zhiyao lifted his head and looked, what Mo Huaifeng had pointed to was a spicy m mix ce, which he kind of wanted to eat as well, so he nodded forthrightly. Sure. They walked in and each picked what they wanted to have, then sat at a table and yed with their phones. Ji Zhiyao recalled that he had not gone onto Weibo since Xiao began training him, thus opened the app, nning to scroll through casually. Unexpectedly, the moment he entered the app, his phone hung, only buffering after four to five minutes. Ji Zhiyao skipped through the uncountable private messages and tags with a puzzled expression and went to his own profile. His fans had exceeded the five million mark. What the f*ck? Ji Zhiyao couldnt really believe his own eyes. He was sure that when he check two weeks ago, the number was still struggling around the four million mark, why had it suddenly risen by so much? Mo Huaifeng questioned, Whats wrong? Captain, my number of fans on Weibo has exceeded five million. Am I about to be popr? Not too bad, almost catching up with a third of mine. Ji Zhiyao red at his Captain who was sitting allposed opposite him, then began finding reasons. By the time the m spicy mix that they ordered was served, Ji Zhiyao then found the possibility amongst the numerous Weibo tags. Weibos Most Influential Inte Celebrity, ninth position... Whats this? Ji Zhiyao waspletely dumbfounded. Have I really be an influencer? Mo Huaifeng leisurely ate while reminding him. I remember the red V verification that you had applied for was as a gaming broadcaster, nothing wrong with you being an influencer. But Im obviously a professional yer who relies on my skills to earn a living, with this, it instantly makes me feel like a gigolo. Are you misunderstood about gigolos? Ji Zhiyao could not outspeak him, pursing his lips speechlessly, he left the tags page and began to browse his private messages. The one right at the top of his private messages made Ji Zhiyaos eyes widen once again. I havent seen wrongly, have I? He put his chopsticks down, raising his phone and shaking it before Mo Huaifeng, saying excitedly, Captain, look at this! Weibo actually sent me an invitation. He merely had two mouthfuls before he was interrupted again, Mo Huaifeng cracked his knuckles with a nk expression, suppressing his temper and did not beat up Ji Zhiyao. He leaned back to distance himself from the phone that had almost hit his face, giving it a nce. Weibo Celebrity Gathering? The eagerness on Ji Zhiyaos face was not in the least disguised. Yeah. Sounds quite interesting. You just said that you werent an influencer. But I should be able to meet quite a lot of bloggers at this gathering, shouldnt I? I have a gaming blogger that I like, YiMao, who goes by the name one more, the videos he makes are amazing. I want to go take a look, who knows I might have the chance to see him and get an autograph. Mo Huaifeng could not help but frowned, asking, When? Ji Zhiyao nced his phones screen again, before replying, The 25th next month, in S City. He briefly calcted the time and added, By then I will be done with my examinations and will have started my vacation already. Mo Huaifengs knitted brows became even tighter. Ji Zhiyao sat happily on the stool, he had even thought of what to wear that day to meet his idol. When he came back to his senses, he realized that Mo Huaifeng had not touched his chopsticks the whole time, his expression was also very aloof, hence he asked curiously, Captain, why did you stop eating? Mo Huaifeng sighed and picked up his chopsticks. Ji Zhiyao felt even stranger, after quite some time, he was enlightened and asked quietly, Captain, me attending this celebrity gathering... is it going to affect our teams reputation? Mo Huaifeng looked up and stared fixedly at him, till Ji Zhiyao felt nervous from being looked at, before he spoke up, No, go if you want to. Ji Zhiyaos face instantly lit up with happiness. Thats great. Chapter 100

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Not bad indeed. Mo Huaifeng ignored that bit of difort in his heart that came from somewhere he didnt know and continued eating. Ji Zhiyao finished replying to that private message and put down his phone, while eating he was still pondering what exactly he should post as a benefit for five million fans. Previously for his three million and four million mark he had posted videos of games, however, the things that his fans usually watched on his livestream were the same things too, hence there were someints of being unsatisfied. Therefore, for five million, Ji Zhiyao had nned long ago to have something new, to save himself from beingined by his fans. Just that he hadnt thought that five million woulde so unexpectedly, he hadnt thought of a reward for fans, simply terrible. If not, what about posting ugly photos? Would photos make visual-obsessed fans leave him? Why not post his teammates ugly photos? Using a 33 grid, the top and bottom three spaces would be kept for six people, from Yuan Wei to Xiaofeis ugly photos, the middle three would be specially kept for Mo Huaifengs, no repeated photos in addition to a filter... to exact revenge on Mo Huaifeng for mocking that he had few fans. He would put one of Mo Huaifeng with his birds nest hair from just waking up, one of him scratching his fingers while seated with his legs crossed, then another of therge stretch of flowering pants in his closet?... The quail egg in Ji Zhiyaos mouth almost fell out fromughing too hard. He was one person holding a bowl and smiling foolishly, the sight of him making Mo Huaifeng unable to hold back and disdainfully asking with a frown, What are you thinking about? Ji Zhiyao did not think, his reply slipping out of his mouth, Thinking about which ugly photo of Captain to use for my five million reward... After a few seconds, a chill went down Ji Zhiyaos spine and he looked at Mo Huaifeng, terrified. Mo Huaifeng onlyughed coldly. Therefore a few minutester, on Weibo, both Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyaos fans went crazy. The reason being a post that Mo Huaifeng just put up. [Mix.FiV: A certain persons five million reward. Didnt bring his phone and insisted on making me post it for him. ept this image, it will be one of my most frequently used emotive in the future. [image] ] In the photo, due to the problematic angle, Ji Zhiyaos entire face appeared to be very greasy, not to mention he only forced his mouth to curl upwards but his eyebrows were turned down, not one bit of joy could be seen from his expression, a typical false smile. Fake smiling boy.jpg. [IsFiYaoTogetherToday: Theyre together... but instead I want to stop being a fan [goodbye] [goodbye] ] [yourlittlecanooth: Oh my god, finally waited till Fi-god updated, in the end the image that loaded whats that?? Hurts my eyes! ] [MelonRindIsntDumbButVeryNaughty: Who can tell me how exactly the food at Mix base is like? My child who was fine hasnt moved there for long, how did he be so greasy ughing with tears] ughing with tears] ] [awallflowerthatcandraw: Can be seen that these two people are really close. The wallpapers on my profile are especially nice, all without watermarks, if you would like them, help yourself after following me. I ept contributions, xoxo~ ] [Fi-godsSweetLittleDarling: Fi-god, see you at the performance tour tournament tomorrow xoxo!] [thefairywantstoeathumans: I just joined the visual fans army yesterday... now Im starting to suspect if I suffered from intermittent blindness yesterday. [shrugs] ] Comments like this were too many to count. Ji Zhiyao was almost crying. He felt that if he really did repost this post, his number of fans that had just reached five million might just be left with four million when he woke up tomorrow morning, and among them, three million would be haters... the thought of this gave him a mournful countenance. Captain, I was really wrong. Can I not repost it? Mo Huaifeng picked up a piece of spinach with his chopsticks, the smile on his face very friendly. No, you cant. After all, we are so close that you even wanted to post my ugly photos for your fan reward, if you dont reply, it will be very awkward for me. ... Until two dayster, the tournament between Mix battleteam and Bao Lu battleteam began. The moment Ji Zhiyao saw Mo Huaifeng, he still looked weak and in low spirits. His Captain was really too terrifying. The heating in the gymnasium was very strong, especially on stage. Hence everyone didnt wear their coats, directly putting on their team uniforms over their sweaters, then checked their own equipment. The direction from the coach was, to first y two matches with thebination of Heng as the midner and Ji Zhiyao as the jungler, to allow himself and the stats analyzer to calcte specifically how much Mix battleteams damage is as a moreplete team. After that, they will use a system of rotating Heng and Xiaofei, to allow Xiaofei to train too, to prepare for the national qualifiers. Thus, when the host announced the start of the tournament, K, Heng, Ji Zhiyao, Mo Huaifeng and Nuo who were the blue team entered in turn, and took their seats after a simple greeting to the audience. Mix battleteams national performance tournament tour did not havementators, when the red team Bao Lu battleteam entered and the judge confirmed with both teams respectively that there were no problems, the 5v5 tournament, ying for two wins out of three matches, officially began. Of 1,300 seats in the gymnasium, not one was empty, the screams of the audience were very enthusiastic, almost piercing ones ears. Above the exact center of the gymnasium, on four projector screens facing different directions, the heroes valley appeared, the match officially began. Ji Zhiyao controlled the assassin and entered the jungle with a turn, he did not begin jungling right away, but pulled along Mo Huaifeng and Heng, three of them hid in the bushes and swiftly headed towards the opposite jungle together. The strategy that Bao Lu battleteam was used to using was the 4-for-1 strategy, four yers would give the best resources to the midner position, while the remaining yers would develop in the direction of tanks and supports, all around protecting the midner who has the highestbat effectiveness. In addition, they frequently yed favorable matches, very rarely could anyone see how their standards were in an unfavorable game. Since it was unknown, why not take the initiative to find some trouble for them? Perhaps the Bao Lu jungler had not expected that Mix woulde to counter jungle, his speed leisurely when he entered the jungle and started jungling. When he moved to the blue daddy, hit it till half health was left and sent a signal for the Bao Lu midner toe for the blue buff, Ji Zhiyao suddenly jumped out, speedily used two to three cross-slicing abilities and took away the blue buff. The Bao Lu midner who had rushed over quickly rushed forward, preparing to kill off Ji Zhiyao while he did not have his abilities. Ji Zhiyao retreated repeatedly, when he arrived at the bush where Heng and Mo Huaifeng was in, Ji Zhiyao continued to move back, sessfully luring the Bao Lu midner into the trap. Four minutes since the match began, first blood was drawn. After the three of thempleted their dirty trick, they retreated back to their jungle with no desire to continue fighting, and got back to jungling and killing minions respectively. When Ji Zhiyao pulled his sword and chopped off thest bit of health of the creep in their jungle, he was still sighing, Bao Lus midner seemed like he had no brains at all. Things were going so smoothly. Subsequently, during the team fight for the little Dragon, Ji Zhiyao even specially observed Bao Lus midners level. Due to the favorable resources, he developed rather well. But perhaps the first kill at the start scared him, he did not dare to fight the three of them face on. Fright was written all over his face. Over ten minutes passed, and the ratio of kills for blue to red team reached 17:6. Mix was already developed, Mo Huaifeng nced at the gold stats, and brought them to snatch the big Dragon from that Bao Lu was about to take. Chapter 101

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao had just pushed the turret down and was moving towards them. The moment he was about to reach the dragons cave, Mo Huaifeng suddenly called out NoHomo, Ji Zhiyao got the message and swiftly threw his stunning ability onto the Bao Lu midner who was still standing in the dragons cave. At this time, all of Mixs yers had already retreated out of the Dragons cave, whereas the big Dragon hadpletely gone wild. Bao Lus midner was directly killed by the big Dragon. A textbook level of cooperation with perfect chemistry. The stats analyzer below the stage pped once excitedly as he eximed, Nice! After the big Dragon went wild, its damage decreased progressively. Ji Zhiyao simply stood on the outside guarding against the yers of Bao Lu; the remaining four of them gathered together to use their abilities, easily taking down the big Dragon. Bao Lus yers had already lost the will to fight, the attack on their base was met with little resistance! In the 34th minute since the match began, Mix battleteam with an advantageousrge gap of 21:9 took the victory of the first match. Everyone gave thanks by bowing to the audience and exited the stage. In the waiting room, the stats analyzer pped Ji Zhiyaos shoulder, smiling as he said, The move you did in cooperation with Fi-god earlier was a really great y, how did you manage to practice that? Ji Zhiyao replied, Actually it was a biological reaction from being intimidated... The stats analyzer was dumbfounded. What? Ji Zhiyao was about to explore further this knowledge point that involved the field of biology with the stats analyzer when he heard hurried steps. Looking up questioningly, he found Yuan Wei walking into the waiting room with a weird expression, saying, Bao Lu battleteam has forfeited the tournament. What? Why did they forfeit the tournament after losing just one match? Was the mentality of professional yers so weak? Mo Huaifeng heard Yuan Weis words, and frowned as he said, Whats going on? Yuan Weis expression became even stranger, he swallowed and said, Bao Lus midner was beaten to tears by you guys and just wouldnt go up for the second match. Their battleteam doesnt have a midner reserve, so they could only forfeit. Xiaofei stared aghast. What? Beaten to tears? Yuan Wei was also at a loss of whether tough or cry, he had been in the eSports scene for so many years, this was also his first time hearing any battleteam making the main force of another battleteam cry during a performance tournament tour. Feelings of absurdness were followed by deep resignation, Yuan Wei sighed, saying, Since Bao Lu battleteam had already forfeited, then lets let the judge announce the result of this tournament directly, you guys then prepare for the team interview after. No need for the MVP interview, but the team one has to be done, in case rumors spread again that our team isnt united and bullies the newbie. Mo Huaifeng nodded as he agreed. Okay. Yuan Wei went out to inform the judge, while snickeringughter sounded from the rest of them after they had digested this information. Nuo was pping Xiaos thigh as he eximed, What the hell, that was shocking! With Bao Lu pulling such a stunt, who would dare to take up the slots as our opponents for our performance tournament tour? But this is a rather good thing too, saving this time to stay in the base to lead a befuddled life is not bad. Making a trip out is too great a suffering, almost all of the fat on my body has been frozen off. Xiao scoffed, This is helping you to slim down alright? If you continue to gain weight, the standard of the entire teams visuals will be pulled down by you. Heng joined in. Im more worried about our teams reputation, do you think that people will imagine that we did something unspeakable to Bao Lu that made them... Ji Zhiyao watched speechlessly as his drama queen teammates made up scripts all by themselves. He shook his head resignedly and saw that Mo Huaifeng who was a few meters away from him earlier walked over and said to him, With Bao Lu forfeiting the tournament,ter on the media will probably make an issue using your first public appearance. Be sharp, dont get pulled into a trap. Ji Zhiyao nodded and smiled. Thanks Captain, dont worry, I know whats what. Okay. Yuan Wei entered the waiting room once more and informed them that they could start the interview now. All members of the team walked into the gymnasium again. Due to the surprise of the tournament ending beforehand, a small portion of the people here to watch the tournament had already left the venue, leaving slightly more than half of the audience here, preparing to watch their interview after the game. Seven chairs had been ced in the middle of the tournament stage. Everyone took their seats ording to how they sat when ying matches. Mo Huaifeng took the mic, and spoke, Hello everyone, we are Mix battleteam. The moment Mo Huaifeng finished, one of the media personnel eagerly began to raise questions, Hello Fi-god and members. It was already agreed that the system of todays tournament is a 5v5, going for two wins out of three games, why was the result directly announced after one match ended? Mo Huaifeng pushed the mic to Heng, obviously not wanting to answer this idiotic question. Heng was already used to being the official spokesperson of the team, taking the mic, he said, grinning, Earlier on we specially informed our manager that he must let the judge exin the reason to everyone. No matter whether you heard it or not, Ill repeat once more. Due to Bao Lu battleteams inability to continue, this tournament is finished. It wasnt us who wanted to announce the result directly. The media personnel continued to pester. May I know why they cannot continue? If you really insist on getting to the bottom of the matter, then I can only apologize to the brothers from Bao Lu battleteam, it was this Shang Lu Media who insisted on asking, it wasnt that I wanted to say this. Actually, the reason why the tournament could not go on, was because Bao Lus midner had not adjusted his mood. Why was he feeling down? It was because he was beaten to tears by us. Shang Lu media questioned, Then why did Bao Lus midner cry? Heng rebutted, The tear nds are on his body, how would I know? Shang Lu Media bitterly put down the mic in his hands, his face purple with rage. Heng also moved the mic away from his mouth, appearing very polite. Another media personnel continued with the questions. As everyone knows, this is the first time your teams jungler reserve is making an appearance in public. In that case, beating Bao Lu battleteams midner to tears, is it Mix battleteam trying to rally for your jungler reserve? Heng exchanged a look with Mo Huaifeng, and passed the mic to Ji Zhiyao. Ji Zhiyao ignored the light sheen of perspiration on his palms, giving a poised smile in the direction of the camera and the audience. Hello everyone, I am Mix battleteams jungler reserve Ji Zhiyao. After the greetings, he began to answer the earlier question. Rallying does not exist. Its also impossible for us to let Bao Lu battleteam do us such a big favor. I believe most of the people in the scene already know that Mix battleteam has a new reserve, Ive also constantly been under the focus of all people, rally or not does not affect me much anymore. Whats more, as a professional yer, maintaining continued interest from people is indeed a good thing, but whats even more important are skills. As long as one is skilful, naturally more people will remember you. In this case, Yao-god is very confident with your own skills? Ji Zhiyaoughed. Thanks for thepliment, Yao-god, are two words that currently cannot match up to. My satisfaction in my gamey skills are only average, but I am very happy that I am consistently improving. Chapter 102

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios We all know, Xiao-god as Mixs jungler, has always been part of the starting lineup, with no reserve. Now that there is a jungler reserve, may I know how Xiao-god feels with regards to that? These words had some sense of wanting to sow discord. Ji Zhiyao frowned slightly and nced at the name of this media, it was the Shang Lu journalist from earlier. Why was this journalist always constantly hating on their team? Xiao was seated beside Ji Zhiyao and the mic was in Ji Zhiyaos hands. Xiao was toozy to hold and just got Ji Zhiyao to keep it raised for him. He said, I am very pleased, feels like someone is here to take on the pressure with me, Im very happy. Another journalist continued asking questions. We all know, Mix battleteam formerly has never held a national performance tournament tour. One was suddenly held this year, is it that because there have been some changes with the schedule? Or is there a reason that you had to hold a national performance tournament tour? Hearing this question, Ji Zhiyao knew that the page that belonged to him had temporarily been flipped over and hence sighed in relief deep down. He passed the mic to Heng and Heng passed it over to Mo Huaifeng. Mo Huaifengs posture was very casual, but also exceptionally good-looking. His answers remained very short. The performance tournament tour was done inpliance with the fans requests, dont make wild guesses. This journalist wouldnt give up. Fi-god, share your views about the new reserve in the team? Are both of you really that close? Or is it to maintain the harmony in the team that you had no choice but to act very close? When have I pretended before? Mo Huaifeng answered with a cold face. After that, he paused a little and revealed the first small smile since the interview began as he said, As for my view, other than him being too mischievous, everything else is great. Ji Zhiyao: ... After those several questions were asked, Yuan Wei interrupted all the discontented media outlets and said politely, Its about time. Everyone, lets end the interview here. Mo Huaifeng nodded aloofly to the media outlets, then stood up and led everyone out, returning backstage. Their belongings were still in the waiting room, the few of them went back and took their things, then left through the back door of the gymnasium with the stats analyzer. An extended van that they had booked earlier was stopped there. Yuan Wei was right at the end to send off all the media outlets, everyone boarded the van and waited for him. Mo Huaifeng holding a tablet, said, The tournament with Nx battleteam is set to be at 2 PM tomorrow, still at this gymnasium, you guys can make some preparations. K had a loose tongue and asked, Captain, Nx bought Korean reinforcements, even if we want to analyze, there is no information, why not just let fate be? Nx bought two Korean reinforcements, have you not seen the remaining three before? ... Got it. Mo Huaifeng darted a look coldly at K, then turned back to Ji Zhiyao, saying, Get Old Ning to send the videos of Nx battleteam at the previous national qualifiers to you, their lineup then was the strongest. Only watch the midner, ADC and support. Okay. Ji Zhiyao turned and talked to the stats analyzer in a low voice, who pulled out a USB drive directly from his bag and tossed it to him. Meanwhile, the door of the vans passenger seat was pulled open. Yuan Wei got on and said to the driver, To Lin Yuan Apartment, drive to Block 6. Lin Yuan Apartment was where they were temporarily staying. The driver gave several nces towards the back, surprised, seeming like he did not understand why for a journey of 30 minutes, these people actually wanted to book a van to drive over instead of walking or cycling... however, these people werent paying him less just because the distance was short, he wasnt troubled for long before he turned the key and drove off. Slightly more than ten minutester, they arrived at Lin Yuan Apartment. Actually their initial n was that after the tournament and doing the interview, it would be around 4 to 5 PM, they could book a van directly to the city center and find some good food. Yet things did not turn out the way they had anticipated, the time now was just past 3 PM, they could only stay in the apartment and wait for time to pass. Ji Zhiyao plugged the USB drive into hisptop and began watching the videos of Nx battleteam. Actually he was still most interested in Nx battleteams ex-jungler, but he wasnt in the team anymore, so there was no use analyzing him. Mo Huaifeng also brought out his ownptop, ying alone to up his rank. He had yed against Nxs ADC previously, there was no need to study their information again. By the time Ji Zhiyao shifted his vision away from theptop screen, four hours had passed, it was time for dinner. He twisted his sore neck left and right as he stood up to ask Mo Huaifeng, Captain, lets go for dinner? Hearing that, Mo Huaifeng replied, You want to eat out? Ji Zhiyao froze, suddenly remembering the scene where his teammates were buried by the crows when they headed out for dinnerst night, and figured that Mo Huaifeng seemed to mean he wasnt really wanting to go out for a meal again, hence he asked experimentally, Then Ill order takeaway? Mm. Ji Zhiyao picked up his phone. What do you want to eat Captain? Ill pick properly. Mo Huaifengs attitude was casual. Anything is fine. Ji Zhiyao muttered softly, then casually picked a ce with the highest ratings nearby and ordered their meals. When he put his phone away, he realized that Mo Huaifeng was staring at him with an odd look, so much so that he was baffled and asked with uneasiness all over, Captain, whats wrong? The interview from the afternoon, is on the trending searches again. It was one of those rare times where Mo Huaifeng used a doubtful tone. Do youe with a trending searches constitution? What? Ji Zhiyao was shocked, he was busy watching the videos earlier and didnt make time to scroll Weibo, thus waspletely oblivious to the matter. He instinctively snatched Mo Huaifengs phone. Let me have a look, Captain. Mo Huaifengs phone was snatched, he silently stared at Ji Zhiyaos pocket which held his phone and did not speak. Ji Zhiyao waspletely unaware of that. His fingers skillfully scrolled the phone that did not belong to him, finding the Weibo trending searches, he found his own name right at the bottom of the page, 48. IndefiniteNoHomo, mischievous. Ji Zhiyao was speechless. This heading of this trending search was really sinct. He tapped him for a nce or two, realizing that the posts were mostly about the interview after the game in the afternoon, or marketing ounts bringing out all sorts of examples to show that him and Mo Huaifeng were close, nothing much. Ji Zhiyao quit the app, suddenly feeling that something wasnt very right with him holding that phone. He looked up nkly. Mo Huaifengs face turned dark as he gestured with his index finger for him to give it back. Ji Zhiyao instantly and fearfully returned his Captains phone. Fortunately Mo Huaifeng only took his phone back and did not n on fussing over it. Ji Zhiyao sighed in relief, suddenly recalling. By the way Captain, the Shang Lu Media that interviewed us just now, I dont think Ive heard of them before, it feels like the way they speak is rather rude. Mo Huaifeng frowned. No need to bother with them. They are an entertainment media outlet with very poor reputation that switched their line of work. No wonder they kept trying to create some big news, and even brought the convention of persistent questioning of entertainment stars to the eSports scene. Ji Zhiyao understood. Chapter 103

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Both of them conversed for a while, until the sound of someone tapping on the door came from outside the apartment. Ji Zhiyao figured that it was probably the takeaway being delivered, he walked over to open the door and as expected, came back with two bags of food. After eating, Mo Huaifeng went downstairs to dump the trash, Ji Zhiyao remained leaning on the sofa ying the solo mode in Heroes. Recently the client hadunched several new champions again, and though they werent junglers, their modeling was very pretty. He could not help but want to y a few rounds. Time psed bit by bit, and their second day at A City went by peacefully. Hence it came to the afternoon of the third day. The amount of people at the gymnasium was even more than that of yesterdays. Not sure if it was because Nx battleteams national ranking was higher than that of Bao Lu battleteam, the audience felt that todays tournament would be more exciting than yesterdays; or because yesterday Mix battleteam beat Bao Lus midner to tears that made they decide toe join in the fun. No matter which possibility it was, it had nothing to do with the Mix members who were about to make their entrance. What they needed to do, is to y their tournament well. Ten people from both teams, each in their positions. The time to go on came very quickly. When the judge announced the start of the tournament, excitement spilled from the inside out, and therge screen projected the Heroes battleground. Ji Zhiyao controlled his assassin champion to move into the jungle. In his mind surfaced what he had seen in the videos yesterday; Nx battleteams style of ying. Entirely different from Bao Lu battleteam, Nx was used to fighting apart. From the limited amount of information, they only knew that the three members from the original team all had a more aggressive ying style. Nothing much could be seen other than that. Combining Ji Zhiyaos understanding of the limited number of Korean reinforcements that he had met before, he felt that the possibility of the opponenting to counter-jungle was very big. Hence after killing some small creeps, he hid around the area of the red buff, quietly waiting for the appearance of the opponents jungler. Not more than a short whileter, the opponents jungler appeared! In addition, the opposite jungler hade alone. Ji Zhiyao could really keep calm, Nxs jungler had walked past almost right in front of his face, yet he waited till the opposite jungler showed his back to him, before he moved. Assassins ability damage was limited at the first level, Ji Zhiyao was not able to take the kill, but gave him a beating with his abilities and let him get away. Ji Zhiyao did not give chase, but began to jungle. Things in the other threenes were all going very smoothly. In the beginning the situation was already as such and he was still worried that the opponents midner that had been changed to a Korean reinforcement who would be a difficult opponent. He had already prepared to start a jungler ADC team up to support Mo Huaifeng. Yet the standards of Nx battleteams Korean reinforcements were beaten to pieces by Mo Huaifeng, with no strength to fight back. The topne, where Nxs ADC and support were, due to the improvement in the level of cooperation, gave them quite a bit of a surprise. Ji Zhiyao weighed the circumstances of the top and bottomnes, and decisively ran to the topne to support K, the topne close to bing a pairsne. Halfway through the game, Heng solo-ed against the opposite midner while sighing: Nx battleteam is really bing lousier and lousier, I remember when we met them during the national qualifiersst year, their standards werent this bad. K: The result of insisting on buying Korean reinforcements. Actually the ADC and supports cooperative y is not bad, just that when the will of its people has dispersed, the whole match is a mess. Could you guys tell? Our opposite does not seem to not know who is directing, everything is almost crashing. Ji Zhiyao after supporting the middlene, nced at both the big and mini map and gold stats while heading to the dragon cave. K was right, some things could be seen just from the big map. The few turrets at Nxs topne were defended very tightly, but the bottomne had already been destroyed with only one turret left, the midner had almost been killed by himself and Heng in terms, he wasnt doing very well. Did Koreans really have innate advantage over them in Heroes? From what he saw, he did not think so. The tournament going for three wins out of five matches had a total of four matches yed in the end, they lost one of the matches because K needed to pee urgently and had no heart to y, on top of that the midner had been swapped to Xiaofei. Overall, Nx battleteam was almostpletely pressed down and thrashed by Mix. After the tournament ended, Ji Zhiyao was packing up his equipment all rxed, when he was about to pick up his bag and leave the gymnasium, he was reminded by Xiaofei. Brother, we havent done the after game interview. Where are you going? ... I forgot about it. Nuo teased, 666, our Yao-god is really indifferent to fame and wealth! Ji Zhiyao looked at him with an innocent expression. The few of them jostled with each other, and returned to the gymnasium in smiles andughter to be interviewed. ... A weeks time passed very quickly, Mix weed thest stop of their national performance tournament tour, T City. T City was adjacent to S City, and was considered to be at the forefront among cities in the country to be more developed in the eSports industry. In T City, the opponent waiting for them was Stickers Battleteam. This team was also, amongst the ten other teams that they had met, the one with the strongest consolidated strength. The stats analyzer Old Ning had described them like this to Ji Zhiyao: if it is said that Mix and Tall Boots were prospective nominees for the local top eSports team, then Stickers Battleteam has the capability to be the top fifth team, sometimes, if their condition is good, they could even be fourth. Ji Zhiyao used to be a fan of the Stickers Battleteam for a short period of time, Stickers ace was the teams midner. He, with the hand speed from being single for 18 years, gained the title of Gods Left Hand by fans. The standard of the remaining members in the team could only be considered above average, and it could be said that they were a one-man team. This week they had been thrashing other local teams with varying standards, Ji Zhiyao had almost forgotten that he was here at the national performance tournament tour to improve himself. Now that there was high level Boss right in front of him, Ji Zhiyao almost couldnt wait any longer. Their lodging in T City was a hotel in the city center, still two people to a room, the allocation the same as it was back in A City. Entering the room, Ji Zhiyao took off his jacket and ced hisptop bag aside as he asked, Captain, Ill go shower first? The only bad thing about a standard double room was this, only one bathroom, if they wanted to shower, they would have to take turns. Mo Huaifeng mm-ed after hearing him, saying, Go on. Hence Ji Zhiyao joyfully entered the bathroom. Ten plus minutester, his distressed voice sounded from inside the bathroom, Captain... Mo Huaifeng was currently in an advancement match, thest match for his main ount to rank up, he could not be the least bit distracted. Holding a lollipop in his mouth, his tone was slightly nonchnt as he asked insincerely, Whats wrong? I forgot to bring in a change of clothes. Why not forget yourself too? Mo Huaifeng was helpless. Im in an advancement match, cant free up my hands, you can juste out to change. In the bathroom, Ji Zhiyao lowered his head and nced at his own naked butt. He twitched the corner of his lips, the thought of appearing with his butt naked in front of his Captain made his face extremely red, although he did not know what there was to be embarrassed about when both of them were males. Ji Zhiyao gritted his teeth, both hands covering below, pushed open the door and rushed out. The temperature in the room wasnt as high as that in the bathroom, ayer of fine goosebumps quickly formed on Ji Zhiyaos skin. What made him most despaired was, he swept across the room and realized that he hadnt even taken his clothes out before he went in to shower. Chapter 104

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios And right now all of his clothes were buried right in the innermostpartment of his luggage bag, and the bag Was currently standing in the deepest part of the room, which was Mo Huaifengs bedside. Ji Zhiyaos face turned dark. Because there hadnt been a stir in the room for quite a while, Mo Huaifeng who was gaming with his head bowed down couldnt help but look up, his gaze instantly freezing He coughed lightly. swiftly shifting his eyes back onto the screen, his voice calm as he said, Quickly put your clothes on, is it veryfortable walking with your buttocks bare in the room? Ji Zhiyao wanted to punch someone after hearing that. Anyway, Captain had already seen everything, there was no point in continuing to cover up, it would be better to be more thick-skinned. He lifted his hands in self-abandonment and freely walked past Mo Huaifeng to go grab his own luggage bag. When he was done changing, Ji Zhiyao lifted his head, and looked weirdly at the unmoving Mo Huaifeng. Captain, your advancement match ended so quickly? Mo Huaifeng said very peacefully, Ended. I lost. Hearing that, Ji Zhiyao leaned over curiously. Lost? What opponents? Let me have a look. Mo Huaifeng pulled down the screen of the cover, saying coldly, Whats there to see? Go and blow dry your hair quickly, all the water is getting on my bed. Okay. Ji Zhiyao unwillingly left Mo Huaifengs bed and returned to the bathroom to dry his hair. Mo Huaifeng silently watched his back view as he left, then pulled up the screen of hisptop again. On the screen was the friends chat interface in Heroes. [Gtx.Ye: Excuse me? ? Fi-god, crashing into the wall while flickering? Using the wrong abilities? You seem to be kidding me?] [Gtx.Ye: Ahhhhhh which bastard next door stole Fi-gods ount! God damn it, my advancement match! We already pushed all the way till their crystal and we actually could still lose? ?] [Gtx.Ye: Are daddys points that easy to earn? If you dont want me to appear at the front door of your base tomorrow, you better give me an exnation.] [Gtx.Ye: Disconnected? Trash!] [Mix.Fi: , ] [Gtx.Ye: My 40 meter broad sword is ready to be sharpened to kill the pigs andmbs. Out with it, which bastard are you? Nuo?] [Mix.Fi: Im your daddy.] [Gtx.Ye: ... Fi-god?] [Mix.Fi: Our kid was fooling around earlier, Illpensate you with an advancement match next time, stop wailing.] [Gtx.Ye: Excuse me? Oh my god, arent you guys on your performance tournament tour? What kid? Fi-god yourself?] [Mix.Fi: If you dont want to win advancement matches for the rest of your life, you can tell everyone what I said.] [Gtx.Ye: ... Fi-god Ill see you next time.] [Mix.Fi: Okay.] Mo Huaifengs body fell back, where his legs were crossed, the embarrassed rising and falling profile could no longer be seen. He exhaled lightly. Those four words, at the bottom of it all... he had meant to do so. He seemed to have understood his own thinking. This was the first time Mo Huaifeng had such a clear understanding regarding his sexual orientation, he did not reject it, instead he felt that it was great to just let fate be. But once he was reminded that that person was Ji Zhiyao, Mo Huaifeng felt that things would be a little difficult. Putting aside the fact that Ji Zhiyao may or may not be able to ept this... solely based on how slow-witted he was, simply letting him understand his feelings for him was already not going to be easy. He was slightly troubled. This matter needed to be nned slowly. Mo Huaifeng stared at theptop screen, his expression steadily calm as he ran through all those thoughts to himself. Ji Zhiyao walked out from the bathroom having dried his hair, and saw his Captain leaning on the headboard, his light gaze fixed on the screen. He thought that it was because he had lost the advancement match, Captain was affected. After thinking for a moment, he asked, trying his best to use a lively tone. Captain, lets head out to eat. Mo Huaifeng instinctively straightened up, after sensing the doubt in Ji Zhiyaos eyes, his tensed back slowly rxed as he asked casually, What are we having? Ji Zhiyao licked the corner of his lips, a little excited as he replied, How does hotpot sound? Sure. Mo Huaifeng nodded, stood up and picked up his jacket. Call the rest along, my treat. Ji Zhiyaos eyes curved. Okay okay, Ill go get them. Captain likes to treat them to food each time hes in a bad mood, it seems that the advancement match this time really did affect Captains mood, it was considered that he had gained an insight. ... T City, sports center. 2pm in the afternoon, Stickers Battleteam and Mix Battleteam both entered. For the purpose of stability, they werent letting Xiaofei go on today, but Heng. Sticker Battleteam also put on all their fixed members, not a single reserve was put on. The judge announced the start of the tournament, and the bustle in the venuepletely quietened down. Ji Zhiyao wearing his ear-mic, shot a nce at the mini map and said, Heng,e over to the blue buff for a moment, the opposite jungler wants to counter jungle. On my way. Heng moved his champion to hide in the bush. Where where? Ji Zhiyao fixed his eyes on the mini map. Arriving in a minute. Not more than a few secondster, the opponents assassin jumped out from the bush and found Heng and Ji Zhiyao waiting there. He froze at first, then as if knowing that he wouldnt be able to escape, brushed past Heng, pouncing directly onto Ji Zhiyao, his abilities casting out like they were free. Ji Zhiyao hadnt met such a yer who would simply focus on just attacking one person, he dodged backwards, while casting his abilities; Heng also used his abilities behind to help him. Both of them attacked from the front and the rear and finally seeded in killing the opponents jungler. At this point Ji Zhiyao was only left with half of his health. He controlled his champion to recall to base, trying hard to ignore the trace of ominous feeling in his heart, puzzled as he asked, Whats wrong with the opposite jungler,ing all the way to gift a kill? Heng was also confused. I dont know either, Ive yed a few matches against Stickers previously, this is my first time seeing their jungler bring out such handling. Ji Zhiyao oh-ed, thinking that perhaps the opposite jungler experienced a brain fade and had not recovered. But following that, he realized that he had been wrong. No matter where he was, what he was doing, the opposite jungler behaved like he was grown on his body, following behind him incessantly, like maggots in his body, his suicide style of attacks would definitely affect his pace each time. All of Ji Zhiyaos kills was from the opponents jungler, but his expression was instead growing more and more sullen. When a yer dies too many times, killing him wouldnt be worth much gold anymore. The opponents jungler was just like this, forcing Ji Zhiyao to kill him time and time again, but Ji Zhiyao was totally unable to get much gold from him. At the same time, he also hadnt had time to jungle, the entire team wasnt developing. In addition, the assassin that he had chosen this time round happened to be not as agile in his movements. Ji Zhiyao took time to nce at the gold stats, there wasnt much of a difference between Stickers and themselves, even for the defense turrrets, only Heng and Mo Huaifeng had pushed down the first on each of theirnes. Were they trying to drag him down alone, so that Mixs gold wouldnt be able to rise? When the opposite jungler came forwards like this once more and Ji Zhiyao was dragged to death, he finally couldnt hold it back anymore, exploding into a mouthful of profanities. F*ck him, whats this? Mo Huaifeng also noticed the severity of the problem, frowning as he said, Dont fight him directly, move around to waste his time and abilities. Ji Zhiyao breathed in deeply. I didnt fight him, tried to roam earlier but I was also blocked by Stickers yers. Theyre aiming for me, Im practically useless now. Chapter 105

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Mo Huaifengs vision shifted away from the screen. Dont be anxious, we will find a way. How could Ji Zhiyao not be anxious? Being aimed at by the opponents entire team for no reason, being forced to be the burden of his own team, he couldnt suppress his emotions at all. Taking in a few deep breaths again, Ji Zhiyaos champion respawned, he tried hard to calm himself, saying, If you guys have time in between, go jungle for a bit. Since theyre setting me as their target, Ill go over to y with them. Heng: Mentality is not bad, hang on and dont break. K: Sure, go ahead, no worries. The more Ji Zhiyao rushed to the opposite, the more heated the rage in his heart. He went to the middlene, when he was about to meet with the opponents jungler who had just respawned, he suddenly made a turn and entered the bush. The opponents jungler kept following him, simrly plunging into the bush in hot pursuit. Ji Zhiyao patiently evaded him by moving around in the bushes, like a mouse running from a cat. The opposite jungler also followed in dizzily going around. Ji Zhiyao suddenly jumped outwards! Although the opposite jungler had not made clear his surroundings, he also followed in jumping out. In the opponents junglers unguarded moment, Ji Zhiyao suddenly turned back, and using a stunning ability. the opponents jungler was instantly caught. Ji Zhiyao did not continue to attack him, but the opponents junglers health kept dropping, a shocking sight. Stickers jungler then saw where he was. Under Mix battleteams middlene turret! Stickers battleteam, the jungler seeing his own health that was falling rapidly, turned livid. When did he bring me to below the defense turret? Why didnt you guys give me a little heads up? The midner smiled bitterly. You were following so closely, even if I saw and wanted to remind you, it would be toote. On Mix battleteams side, Ji Zhiyao finally managed to vent his spite, his lips curving into a disdainful smile. Want to hold him down? Dream on. Taking advantage of the fact that Stickers jungler had not respawned, Ji Zhiyao used these tens of seconds to jungle madly. When time passed, Ji Zhiyao brought out the original ying method again, the opponents jungler couldnt do anything to him. Subsequently Mo Huaifeng soared and took over the game, the first match that was dragged all the way to the 40th minute finally ended. In the waiting backstage, the physiotherapist sprayed medicine for Mo Huaifeng and K, whose wrists were slightly red and massaged for a bit. The second match wasing up next. Perhaps being affected by Ji Zhiyao fooling them in the first match, during the second match, Stickers did not bring out dirty tricks as they did in the first match, butpeted with appropriate game y. Actually even if they had yed they way they did in the first match, it would be useless. In this match, Ji Zhiyao picked an assassin champion with agile movements, high damage and relies heavily on handling skills, Stickers wouldnt be able to do anything to him for now. And in this match, Ji Zhiyao finally witnessed the entire strength of Stickers battleteam. Stickers battleteams strategy level may not be the best, but their execution skills were very good. Their director, which was also their captain, ADC Wan Nai, had arranged all sorts of precisely arranged movements for all members of the team. When Mix battleteam was going for the first little dragon, due to Ji Zhiyaos moment of negligence and the exceptional cooperative angles that Wan Nai had given, Stickers took the little dragon right away. Ji Zhiyao med himself: I made a mistake in calcting the cooldown timings just now, that was my fault. Hearing that, Nuo quickly consoled him: Its okay, isnt it just a little dragon! Quickly collect yourself, were still counting on you for the big dragon. Hengughed: NoHomo, look at Captain, he has already wiped out the person who stole your small dragon. Ji Zhiyao made a hm sound as he searched for Mo Huaifengs position on the map and found that the marksman champion had just pulled back his rifle and opposite him, Stickers midnerid on the ground. Mo Huaifeng spoke with an aloof expression: Toll fee. Ji Zhiyaoughed till he was almost in stitches. Nuo as right, though the little dragon was lost, the big dragon as still there. Ji Zhiyao returned to their jungle area and cleaned up once through, then bought some suitable equipment, then jumped into the big Dragons cave, sending a gather signal to get everyone toe fight the big Dragon together. Stickers battleteam was strolling around the outside of the cave, most probably nning to use the same method as before and steal thisrge buff while Mix was unguarded. However, this time round, Mo Huaifeng and K stood on the outside defending, not giving Stickers battleteam any chance to sneak in, the big Dragon was taken down by Mix battleteam. Everything following that became logical. When the tournament against Stickers battleteam officially came to an end, Yuan Wei patted Ji Zhiyaos shoulder ecstatically and said, This time youve managed to gain a firm footing. When the results go out this time, most of the fans of our team whove had reserved opinions towards would most probably change the way they look at you. Ji Zhiyao was very d after hearing that, immersing in his silly happiness all by himself. Althoughpared to such a dream of allowing Mix battleteam to step onto the international stage whether or not the fans thought highly of him might not be important, but if the things he did could gain the approval of more people, that would make him even happier. And when Mix battleteams national performance tournament tour officially ended, talks that were rted to those such as the new reserves condition after joining Mix battleteam is currently rapidly improving also slowly spread on Weibo, recing some of those discussions from before that did not think highly of Ji Zhiyao. ... On the day the weather turned cooler in S City, Ji Zhiyao finally ended the national performance tournament tour and returned to school. Regarding the result ofplete victory that they had sessfully attained during this tour, the club was very satisfied and even allowed him to not have to return to the base to train during his week of examinations. Ji Zhiyao was thrilled. After all, if he did not make good use of his examination week, his end-of-term examination would be aplete goner. Oh yes, he still owed 39 hours of livestream duration this month... Ji Zhiyao was helpless. Dragging his own luggage bag, he entered the dorm. Ning Lichao and Wen Heng were in the dorm, seeing that he was back, smiles appeared on both their faces. Since knowing that Ji Zhiyao had joined Mix battleteam, Wen Heng had been continuously paying attention to new rted to Mix, hence he naturally knew what he had been away doing and asked, Has the performance tournament tourpletely ended? How are you feeling? Ji Zhiyao smiled. Especially tired. I met quite a few teams who were all rather strong, some matches I totally relied on Captain to carry me to a win. You were still really good already. Wen Hengmented, suddenly showing a mischievous smile. During thest period Teacher Si Xiu took attendance, I didnt manage to cover up. After the lesson I was called to the office and questioned what exactly youve been off doing. Ji Zhiyao was stunned. Huh? When was that? Just thest period, three days ago. Ji Zhiyao wanted to weep but had no tears. Then how did you answer him? I really couldnt hide it from him, so I said the truth. Teacher Si Xiu now knows that he has a student whos an eSports professional yer, hes very proud. What? Why was thispletely different from the conversation in the little dark room, or disciplinary action, reprimanding that he had imagined? Ning Lichao seeing his dumbfounded expression, added, Actually Teacher Si Xiu sketched a very full conceptual blueprint for our future, that you were able to find a career that suits you at this age, hes very happy for you. Wen Heng was purposely messing with your earlier, dont bother about him. Chapter 106

    Chapter 106: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyaoughed till tears. Why did I not realize that he was so interesting when I attended lessonsst time? Wen Heng did scare me just now, I thought that was the end of my ss performance points. Ning Lichao assured. Dont panic, its not a big problem. Ji Zhiyaos eyes curved as he smiled and asked, Do you guys have time tonight? Ill treat you guys to a meal? Thanks for marking my attendance for me for this week. Wen Heng replied, I have nothing on tonight. Ning Lichao also said, Me too. I stay in the dorm every night, gonna rot soon. Ji Zhiyao hesitated for a moment then said, You guys think of what you want to eat, Ill ask if Yang Bing wants toe along. After all, they belonged to the same dorm. If they were going out for dinner and didnt ask Yang Bing, that would be a little too much. Ji Zhiyao had just sent a WeChat text to Yang Bing and realized that Yang Bing had replied immediately: Im eating with Chuxue tonight, I wont go with you guys then. You guys go ahead. Ji Zhiyao sighed faintly, lifting his head to look at Wen Heng and Ning Lichao. Yang Bing said hes noting, lets not bother about him. Have you guys thought of what to eat? Ill make a reservation beforehand. Lets get boiled fish in chilli oil, both of us are kind of craving it. Okay. Ji Zhiyao agreed, picking up his phone and starting to find boiled fish restaurants nearby. When they decided on a ce, three of them pulled on their jackets and left the dorm, heading right to the hotel in a taxi. The extra spicy boiled fish was a sea of red, so spicy that even Ji Zhiyaos mouth was swollen, his organs were all burning together, his entire body had broken out in perspiration. He gulped down a ss of drink, when put his ss down, he realized that his two roommates opposite him werent in much better states than him. Ji Zhiyao stuck his tongue out to ease the spiciness while mocking them. Why did you guys... have to order... extra spicy? We... Were done for... this time. Ning Lichao was already crying. Ho... How would I know that this ce... uses hot peppers! Wen Hengs usual aloof expression was non-existent, only left with a pair of red and swollen rabbit eyes, ring viciously at them. On the way back to school, the taxi driver even repeatedly looked back at the three of their sausage lips, appearing like he wanted tough but didnt dare to. Fortunately the light was dim during the drive, so the driver couldnt see clearly what they looked like. If not they would really be too ashamed to show their faces. After alighting as they walked under the bright streetmps, they covered a big half of their faces as if they were thieves, only daring to lift their hands after returning to the dorm. The three people were dead tired, sitting facing each other on the floor, staring at each other, they suddenly burst into loudughter. This was simply too interesting. As his mouth was swollen, Ji Zhiyao did not turn on his camera when he did his livestream that night, his throat was also a little hoarse. Fans in the livestream room were all questioning if it was because the team was pushing him too hard and he was too overworked, and hence became like this. Seeing all the mind-blowing guesses from the fans in thements, Ji Zhiyao could not hold back hisughter, saying hoarsely, Can you guys stop imagining those weird things? The team is very good to me, pressuring me doesnt exist at all. My throat is hoarse because the boiled fish in chili oil that I had tonight was too spicy. [Although I know MelonRind is speaking the truth, but I still cant help but worry about my melonrind.] [Cant help but worry about my melonrind +1 ] [Cant help but worry about my melonrind +10086 ] Ji Zhiyao could not help but be pleased. Oh dear, I know you guys like me, please dont vocalize it, Im shy. [They were obviously worried if you would be more greasy yeah, after all that photo from a few days ago LOL] [Oh my god, why bring up that photo again? Are you guys devils huh HAHAHAHA! ! ! ] [MelonRinds inner os: I somehow have an ominous feeling.] [Already gone mad fromughing.] Ji Zhiyaos expression started to turn dark since seeing the word photo, till he breathed in and out to calm down for a while before he said with pretended calmness, Let me tell you guys, that photo was really an ident. It was simply because A Universitys canteen has bad lighting that made my face look very oily, its actually not. [What did A Universitys canteen do wrong that you had to make it take the me?! ] [This photo was taken during the national performance tournament tour right? LOL so you were with Fi-god all the time hm. ] [Why are you exining if you dont have a guilty conscience! ] [Turn on the camera to prove yourself! If you dont turn on the camera, how would I be able to know if youre lying or not?] And thements after that all began requesting for him to turn on his camera, Ji Zhiyao was about to go crazy. If it werent for these two pieces of sausage lips, he would certainly be very willing to turn on the camera to prove that his face wasnt oily at all. But! If there was an item such as regret pills in this world, he was willing to use the few kg of extra spicy boiled fish that he had eaten tonight as the price in exchange for it. Ji Zhiyao pretended that he hadnt seen those neat rows ofments and picked one that wasnt very sensitive from among them to answer. The photo was indeed taken during the teams national performance tournament tour, A City was the first stop. [I didnt go to A City to watch the tournament but I watched the one of Mix against Stickers in S City, it was really exciting.] [I know! I went to the actual venue to watch the A Citys tournament. I still remember even now the pestering handling from that Mix used to bring Bao Lu battleteams midner to tears LOL] [Heng saying that his tear nds werent on your body, those words made meugh for three entire days.] [Although I know you are changing topic, I must admit that you really did y rather well during the tour.] [MelonRind very well done QAQ] [So why exactly was Bao Lu battleteam beaten to tears?] Ji Zhiyao scratched his head, not quite understanding why they kept harping on the matter of Bao Lus midner being forced to tears and exined tactfully, saying, Perhaps because the first match ended rather fast, Bao Lu battleteams midner wasnt prepared and couldnt ept it. [For this dont know how to exin but insist on doing so I give you full marks.] [MelonRind did you have fun ying during the performance tournament tour?] Ji Zhiyao saw thisment and said seriously, I didnt feel that I was ying, because there exists a very gap between me and the seniors, I did y diligently for every match. Some matches may look like they were easy wins, but I was really very serious about all of them. [LOL we got it, our melonrind is a diligent and good baby!] [Dont worry dont worry, we know you, dont be afraid!] [When are you going to do a gaming livestream?] If its for gaming, I can only make it up with one at the end of this month. Ji Zhiyao thought for a bit and said, My examinations areing, I dont have time this entire month.] [Never mind, Ill bear with the pain and forgive you.] [What else can I say? Of course it would be forgiving you with a smile.] [Is it the best to smile and live on?] Ji Zhiyao watched thements that wereing in rapidly and thought of a matter, then said a little shyly, Previously I was preparing for the national performance tournament tour and didnt really pay attention to outside news. I want to thank you guys for helping me boost my Weibo poprity and helped me to get a ninth position for most influential inte celebrity. Although it sounds a little like an inte-star, Im still very thankful to you all. [Weve received your sincerity, dont need to thank mommy anymore, good son!] Chapter 107 Chapter 107: Untitled Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios [LOL melonrind you were an inte-star as a little broadcaster in the first ce, whats there to be embarrassed about.] [Hugs for you! Next time we will get you an even better one! ] Thank you, all of you. Ji Zhiyao expressed his thanks once more. When he felt that it was about time, he turned off the livestream, grabbed his toiletries and prepared to head to therge washroom to wash up. Walking till before the front door of the dorm, before Ji Zhiyao could pull the door, he realized that it was already being pushed open from the outside, Yang Bing happened to be standing outside the door, carrying his schoolbag, evident that he had just returned. Ji Zhiyao greeted Yang Bing dully, then went passed him, not saying anything more. By the time he had finished washing up and climbed into bed with his phone, Ji Zhiyao realized that he had several unread messages in WeChat. The one who texted him was actually Fi-gods little nephew whom he hadnt been in contact with for a long time, his little disciple. [LittleDisciple: Master! Look at me, look at me, I really miss you!] [LittleDisciple: Is it fun in the battleteam? If my uncle bullies you, tell me, I will help you to hit him!] [LittleDisciple: I watched the videos of your teams performance tournament tour, it was really exciting. Master you are really good! ] The moment he appeared he was either praising him or saying that he missed him, Ji Zhiyaos became exceptionally great as he replied: [Its very fun in the team, when you have time get your uncle to bring you here to y.] [LittleDisciple: Well see. ] [LittleDisciple: Master, I heard youre having your examinations soon, uncle even specially told me not to disturb you. Are you doing your revision now? Have I disrupted you? ] [MelonRind: No. I havent started revising, nning to start my desperate struggles when examination weekes around. ] [LittleDisciple: ... Then youre really great. ] [MelonRind: By the way, why were you suddenly looking for your master? [evil smile] Got into trouble? ] [LittleDisciple: No, its just because I missed you. ] [LittleDisciple: Oh yes Master, did you find a madam for me? ] [MelonRind: ... little rascal, why are you asking so much? ] [LittleDisciple: A few days again, Da Zhuang from the ss next door was cheated of a whole weeks pocket money by a girl from my ss. I was worried that Master you would be cheated by someone too, so I specially came to warn you for a bit. ] [LittleDisciple: Women are all yers, men are all little darlings! ] [MelonRind: ? ? ? ] [MelonRind: Disciple, have you joined some marketing organization? ] [LittleDisciple: Everything Ive said is true. If youre not careful now, next time you will be the next Da Zhuang! ] [MelonRind: ... This name Da Zhuang, are you being serious? ] [LittleDisciple: Master, do you not see the main point? ] Ji Zhiyao thought that this little rascal still knew about finding the main point, then what was his main point? Telling him to not find a girlfriend? What should he find if he doesnt find a girlfriend? Find a boyfriend? Ji Zhiyao, at the thought of being held in the arms of a man, or hugging a man in his arms... instantly found it a little difficult to ept, he felt ufortable all over. [MelonRind: Not gonna chat with you anymore, Im going to sleep. Good night little disciple. ] After sending the text, Ji Zhiyao threw his phone under his pillow and closed his eyes to sleep. Whereas on the other end of the WeChat chat window, Mo Huaifeng used his fingertip to touch the message on the screen that Ji Zhiyao had just sent, falling in deep thought. Had he understood what he had said? He shouldnt be this dumb. Tsk, he was really rather anxious. ... After returning to school, Ji Zhiyao first used two days time to adjust his daily schedule, then threw himself into mad studying. His routine everyday was study, study and study, while all of his remaining free time was used to train and make up for his livestream duration. In Ning Lichaos words, if time was the water in a sponge, then right now Ji Zhiyao was a sponge that had be a pixie. Ji Zhiyao gave him two big eye rolls with regards to this to express his respect forrade Ning Lichaos apt analogy. Actually he had also returned to Mix base once or twice, but Mo Huaifeng said to him that training wasnt that urgent in these two weeks and told him to focus on preparing for his examinations, if he had time then he could think about taking the time to y a few matches, making Ji Zhiyao feel exceptionally touched. With these words from Mo Huaifeng, he worked even harder in his revision, so much so that he even stayed in school for extra lessons on new years day and did not go home. When Ji Zhiyao sat in the examination hall for thest subject for his end-of-term examinations for Year 1 Semester 1, finished his paper and absentmindedly recalled his life for the past six months since entering university, he suddenly felt that things had been rather incredible. He could not believe that right now, he had already walked onto the road that he had always wanted to in the past. Who wouldve thought that everything would begin from a chance encounter in a match during summer vacationst year? When the exam ended, Ji Zhiyao picked up his luggage bag that was already packed, boarded the public bus and returned to Mix base. He had already let his family know beforehand that he was nning to make up for his training hours at the base before returning home on the 20th of the month. At the same time, he could go check out the Weibo Celebrity Gathering during this period of time. Everyone was around at the base, as per usual. When Ji Zhiyao entered dragging his luggage bag, he even had sweets thrown all over him by Nuo. Congrattions to our Yao-god on winter vacation and continuing to plunge into the arms of training. Ji Zhiyao was very tempted to beat him, but managed to hold in at the end, as he said with an amiable smile, Its okay, I will drag you to y with me often when I train, you can train for as long as I do. Nuo almost started crying with a bawl. Ji Zhiyao entered the training room, greeted K and the others, then walked to his own seat. Captain, Im back. Mo Huaifeng looked up at him, his lips curving up slightly into a light smile. Got it. Wheres Brother Xiao? Why do I not see him? Ji Zhiyao nced left and right twice, certain that Xiao wasnt around before he sat down, all puzzled and asked Mo Huaifeng. Went to the hospital for a check up. I see. Ji Zhiyao was enlightened, then pressed down on the on/off button of theputer, and rubbed his hands while facing the screen. Due to his examinations, he had not touched Heroes for two weeks, now his hands were extremely itchy. Mo Huaifeng had a sudden thought, kept silent for a moment then said, Come solo, see if youve deteriorated. What? Ji Zhiyao looked left and right at the other people in disbelief and after realizing that Mo Huaifengs gaze was indeed on him and anyone else, his smiling expression looked worse than a crying one. He stretched out his finger and pointed to himself, asking for confirmation, Captain, you want to solo against me? Mo Huaifeng nodded. Mm. Refusal was written all over Ji Zhiyaos face. That wont do, Captain, no matter how well I train, Im no match for you. What more we dont y the same position, even with a solo you wont be able to tell my standard. No solo, no solo. Mo Huaifeng seemed to be pondering, Ji Zhiyao stared at him eagerly with an unbounded yearning that his Captain had just mentioned that casually. Ji Zhiyao waited till he almost had to pee before Mo Huaifeng lifted his chin, his eyes filled with if you still lose in this case please stay far away from my Mix as he said, Ill use a jungler to solo against you, no runes. Ji Zhiyao: ... It seems there was no way out of this. He contemted carefully for a moment and felt that no matter how talented his Captain was, he wouldnt be able to win with the existence of the two conditions no runes and jungler position. Chapter 108

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Thus he nodded, a smear of a wicked smile on the corner of his lips. Theres no point just ying solo, Captain, lets make a bet. Mo Huaifeng appeared a little surprised, his brows lifted slightly as he asked, Make what bet? Whoever loses shall do something for the other, but it cannot be something too much. Ji Zhiyaos gaze carried provocation as he spoke. Hows that, Captain? No objections. Mo Huaifeng lifted his long legs and stood up, walking towards the side table in the hall. Bring yourptop over, since its a solo, there should be an atmosphere of being front-to-front. Ji Zhiyao unreservedly agreed. Okay. As if having thought of something, he looked towards his teammates in the training room who had witnessed the whole course of his bet with Captain with aghast stares and said, Im looking for a witness, who wants to volunteer. He had thought that everyone would be very enthusiastic to join in the bustle rted to Captain, yet unexpectedly, other than Xiaofei gazing at him with a muddled look, the others were all shaking their heads madly. Heng frowned. Too tragic. Nuo did the same. Too tragic. K sighed. He is indeed still a child, really easy to deceive. Ji Zhiyao suddenly had an ill feeling, swallowing his saliva, he asked, Brothers, what are you guys talking about? Nuo stood up, hisrge hand patted Ji Zhiyaos shoulder, his words meaning to pacify. Since youve bet, so be it, do your best, even if you lose you have to lose more gracefully. Would a professional jungler like me not be able to beat the part-time little rookie that Captain is? You probably dont know much about Captains glorious history before he joined the team... never mind never mind, go experience it for yourself. Ji Zhiyao was even more dumbfounded, he took several more nces at Nuo and the rest who continued gaming, then had eye contact with Xiaofei who had an innocent expression for a moment, then pulled out his phone and asked Baidu about information regarding his Captain. [What champions can Mix battleteams captain Fi-god y? ] [Best Answer: About Fi-god, hes the local top ADC, the type that can carry the whole team. Other than the newest released ADC champions, Fi-god is very proficient with the rest (of course this does not mean that Fi-god doesnt know how to use the new ones, he only uses them less.) By the way, ording to people in the scene, before Fi-god joined the team, he was very well-versed in both jungler and ADC positions, it was only because the club felt that an ADC was more suited to lead in a match as captain... this is merely hearsay, no hate if its wrong. ] ... Do ADCs even have to be so talented? Was there time to back out from the solo... Seems like there wasnt. Because Ji Zhiyao clearly heard Mo Huaifengs voiceing from the living room. NoHomo? ... Im here, one second. He had on a mournful expression as he called out to Xiaofei. Brother Fei,e save me. Thus Xiaofei who was still baffled was dragged by Ji Zhiyao to the living room and became the judge. Ji Zhiyao turned on hisptop, looking towards Mo Huaifeng who was on the opposite side of the table. Solo with the usual rules, two kills and a turret down? Mo Huaifeng nodded. Okay. Ji Zhiyao squirmed for a while, then said hesitantly, ... How about, we remove the bet? Mo Huaifeng sneered coldly. Ji Zhiyao instantly became frightened and flew into a rage out of shame as he pped the desk. Were betting! Its a must! If condition isnt enough, bring two! Mo Huaifeng replied calmly, You said it, I didnt. ... Ji Zhiyao gave himself a harsh p deep down, then asked seriously, Begin? Okay. Pick your champion. Ji Zhiyao first locked in the assassin in ck that he used most often, difficulty was moderate; very agile; not too vulnerable to damage. He was very familiar with this champion and was less likely to make mistakes. Whereas Mo Huaifeng took his time to pick another assassin in silver. This champion was the oldest assassin in Heroes C strong abilities but handling difficulty was very high and vulnerability to damage was below average. The match began. ying against Captain definitely could not be the same as going against those coy b*tches out there, he must be extremely careful. Ji Zhiyao thought to himself. Hence he became even more attentive. However being attentive was one thing, he wasnt the least bit timid. Just like now, when Mo Huaifeng experimentally stood in the 1v1 middlene, the onlyne of attack, Ji Zhiyao carrying his two des, pounced forward with some sense of dauntlessness. With regards to the middlene, both of their familiarity towards it were at about the same level. Thus, at the bottom of it all, they were stillpeting about their individual skills and level of familiarity in grasping their champions. Ji Zhiyao stared fixedly on the screen, due to his nervousness, the veins of his right hand that was controlling the mouse stood out slightly. His left hands fingers danced swiftly across the keyboard, throwing an ability, using an auto-attack. However, Mo Huaifengs movement speed was also very fast, he only took an ability hit with no stun and an auto-attack before he quickly jumped to the side and broke out of Ji Zhiyaos range of attack. What a pity! Ji Zhiyao inhaled deeply, silently telling himself that he could not be impatient, then turned around and began wiping out the minions. This was an exciting and pressing match, Xiaofei at the side had even started to breathe softer. After the situation of nobody being able to do anything to the othersted for more than ten minutes, Ji Zhiyao finally grabbed a chance as he found a w in Mo Huaifengs defense, abruptly throwing out abination of attacks and took his first kill. When he saw the assassin in silver fallen on the ground, Ji Zhiyao was so agitated that his hands were a little shaky and a light sheen of perspiration had formed on his palm. Mo Huaifeng darted a look of surprise at him, slight approval present in his gaze. Not bad. This sound of acknowledgment was a calming pill more than anything for Ji Zhiyao, he pursed his lips, promptly calming down. Yet the moment he turned, Mo Huaifeng had struck him down at the same spot as earlier. Ji Zhiyao watched theptop screen that had turned gray and the thirty plus seconds of countdown timing on it, and rubbed his palms together for a while. Hed still been too anxious and actually let Captain seize a chance. At this point, the number of kills for both sides, was one to one, and no one had managed to first take down the others turret. Theres still a chance, keep steady, I could win. Ji Zhiyao gave himself a talk in his heart, sure enough, he felt much better. Just then, when the respawn time was up, the assassin in ck instantly reappeared alive and kicking with full health on the map. He set off once more, even more cautious this time. Mo Huaifeng made use of his respawn time and had already destroyed half of his turret. Right them the fountain did not produce more minions, while two waves of Mo Huaifengs minions surrounded the turret. The situation wasnt optimistic, but Ji Zhiyao was obliged to step forward to stop things. He first prepared his abilities, then wiped out the opponent minions as fast as he could. Currently, Ji Zhiyao was tanking the damage from Mo Huaifeng, but when his health had dropped by half, all the minions under the turret were gone and the turret began to deal high damage to Mo Huaifeng once more. His health was dropping too quickly, in addition Ji Zhiyao was under the turret. Mo Huaifeng had no choice and retreated, till he reached a safe range. Both parties seemed to have sunk into a deadlock again. Just when the onlooker Xiaofei thought that his solo match would still have to go on for quite some time, he realized that Mo Huaifeng was suddenly fired up. Chapter 109

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios He swiftly entered Ji Zhiyaos turret, and pressed Ji Zhiyao who was attempting to recall to the turret to regain his health on the ground and beat him up. After the turret dive and forced kill, Mo Huaifeng was only left with a trifle of health due to the damage from the turret. He tried hard to jump as outwards as possible and identally used an ability, instantly wiping out some minions that happened to have just spawned from the fountain. Yet Mo Huaifeng did not jump early enough, the turret coincidentally or not, dealt another hit to him, causing his champion with a shred of health left to fall to the ground with a thud. While the perpetrator, that turret that was half destroyed was even more coincidentally pushed down by the new minions that spawned from Mo Huaifengs fountain. Xiaofei who witnessed the entire course of events had his mouth dropped open. Mo Huaifeng: I pushed the turret down first, I win. Ji Zhiyao: ...? ? ? Xiaofei who was still in a daze vocalized the words in Ji Zhiyaos heart, Does it f*cking work this way too? Ji Zhiyao nodded in firm agreement. Yeah, we agreed on two kills and a turret, we obviously both died Mo Huaifeng: But you dont have a turret. Ji Zhiyao attempted to fight back: But the rules of the solo... Mo Huaifeng: But you dont have a turret. Ji Zhiyao: ... He couldnt outspeak him, neither could he beat him. What more Mo Huaifeng had indeed taken down a turret more than him, whether it was calcted or a coincidence, it was his defeat. Ji Zhiyao could only pinch his nose and admit it. Fine fine fine, I lost I lost. Captain name it, what do you want me to do for you? Havent thought of it, owe it first. So infuriating. Mo Huaifeng stood up to leave, his tone indifferent but certainly was praising him. You didnt deteriorate, the touch is still there, overall you yed well. Ji Zhiyao looked up gloomily. A professional jungler that I am losing to an ADC like you in the jungler position and youre actually praising that I did well... have the times changed or am I unable to carry my sword anymore? Mo Huaifeng did not argue with him, only saying, My treat tonight, what do you want to eat? That pce cuisine ce with an average cost of 13888 yuan. Mo Huaifengs expression nked out for a moment. ording to Ji Zhiyaos understanding of him, he probably didnt even remember that there was such a restaurant... after a long time Mo Huaifeng seemed to have finally found his memory as he said casually, Got it, you go let them knowter. Youre the one treating, why must I do the saying? If you would like to take treating as a condition and use it up, I would be extremely and most willing to be your messenger boy. Mo Huaifeng smiled in a scornful way. Is your request that worthless? Getting you to pass the message was only because Im in an especially good mood and was nning to go out for a smoke. Ji Zhiyao turned nk. Captain please go ahead. Hence Ji Zhiyao silently watched his Captains back gradually move further, then looked towards Xiaofei with a pair of depressed eyes, staring at him so much so that a shiver went down Xiaofeis spine. Brother Fei, dont you think Im especially useless? Even like this I still lost to Captain... Xiaofei turned to him with a look of admiration. No, I think youre really admirable. Youre the first person Ive seen to solo against Captain and actually try to beat him. Those that youve seen previously, were they all junglers? ... We should train together. Ji Zhiyao was very sad. Such sadness hung with him till he passed the news of Captains treat to his other teammates, while he sat on his seat by himself and was silently feeling sad, Nuo patted his shoulder in constion. Pal, wake up. I feel like Im unable to sober up. No, I heard Xiaofei talk about the solo between both of you earlier, really, its already not bad that you could force Captain to that extent. You must know that our Captain is the international third best ADC, although he rarely ys as a jungler, but hes skilled at this, also, his hand speed and awareness are all there at that level. You being able to push to this point, is really very outstanding already. When Xiaoes back, you can ask him about it, back then when he first joined the team he was extremely mischievous and Captain used a jungler to put him in ce, hepletely thrashed him. Hearing these constions, Ji Zhiyaos mood gradually became better, he nodded and said, Im fine, I should train hard. Hopefully next time itll be me thrashing Captain. Nuo patted his shoulder affectionately. Dreams, we must have, but daydreams, you should forget about them. Ji Zhiyao lifted his leg and gave him a kick. When Xiao returned from the hospital, Mo Huaifeng with a wave of his big hand, the battleteams limousine van with everyone on board headed towards the pce cuisine restaurant at Silver ce. Xiao leaned to the front of Ji Zhiyao. I heard this meal was exchanged from your solo with Captain, youre not bad, you can even defeat Captain now. I didnt defeat Captain, it was Captain who defeated me. But you won a meal. ... Ji Zhiyao actually had nothing to say in reply. Ji Zhiyaos vision moved downwards, seeing that the bandage on Xiaos wrist had been changed to a wrist guard, he asked, Brother Xiao, what did the doctor say? Xiao scratched his head. He said that my wound was healing well and told me to drink more bone soup during usual times for nourishment, and things like no overworking my left hand and all. The rest would have to wait till the checkup next month and see if he has any new findings, just got to continue taking care, nothing much can be done. Ji Zhiyao consoled him as he said, Dont worry, theres still a year to the national qualifiers. I reckon that by the time youre recovered, itll still be in time for you to participate in the national qualifiers. Xiao nodded, not saying anything more. This meal that Mo Huaifeng was buying was thest meal together for everyone in Mix battleteam. From tomorrow on, everyone would be leaving for home one after the other to celebrate the new year. Except for Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng who would stay in S City so they werent in a rush at all. The weather turned colder with each day, Ji Zhiyao had yet to attend that Weibo gathering, there was only Mo Huaifeng and himself left at the base. A day before the gathering, Ji Zhiyao was suddenly reminded of a matter after he had came downstairs. He hurriedly went up, running to Mo Huaifengs room next door and knocked. After a few minutes, the rooms door was then pulled open slowly. With disheveled hair and in loose pajamas, Mo Huaifeng appeared behind the door. Displeasurepletely filled his chocte brown eyes, the surrounding air was so icy it made him ufortable. Being caught by Mo Huaifengs icy cold stare, Ji Zhiyao shivered for a moment, then said a little embarrassed, Captain, I want to go buy clothes,e with me. Mo Huaifengs gaze froze, then Ji Zhiyao felt the surrounding cold air slowly turn warm, hearing the sound of Mo Huaifeng removing his shoes and stepping into the room and his question. Why do you suddenly want to buy clothes? Ji Zhiyao secretly darted a look into the room and realized Mo Huaifeng was standing before the closet searching for clothes, seeming like he had already broken out of his morning temper. Hence he said, Arent I going out tomorrow? I feel like the clothes in my closet are all not very suitable. Their parents were too busy, since a young age, his and Ji Qingges clothes were all bought by the siblings themselves. While after he started university and was busy with the team and revision, he never found time to buy clothes anymore. Chapter 110

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Mo Huaifeng got changed and finished washing up in two minutes, after casually tidying his hair he then said lightly to Ji Zhiyao who was leaning on the door frame waiting for him, Done, lets go. No, wait, Captain youre ready? If not? I havent gotten ready yet. Hearing that, Mo Huaifengs eyes examined Ji Zhiyaos cotton pajamas from top to bottom, his expression seeming a little helpless. Then why did you call me so urgently? ... I thought you would take a long time with your morning temper. Mo Huaifeng was even more resigned, reaching out, he pushed Ji Zhiyaos shoulder, the warm touch made him could not help but pull back his fingers for a bit. After a good while, his eyes dropped, the corner of his lips lifted into very light smile as he said, Quickly go get ready, Ill wait for you downstairs. This was Ji Zhiyaos first time shopping with a friend. He was a boy after all, the number of times he shopped for clothes by himself was little. Not to mention Ji Zhiyao was the type who preferred to avoid trouble. ording to what he observed, Mo Huaifeng was also not the type to like shopping. Yet everyone else at the base had already left, leaving them two stay-at-home children to watch the house. He didnt have any other choice. Mo Huaifeng drove, heading right for Silver Throne, both of them began shopping from the first level, casually turning into a store. The salesperson had never seen two big boys who looked so attractivee shopping for clothes together and stared right at them, only when Ji Zhiyao reached and started flipping through the rack of clothes before she remembered her own job. Hello, may I know if there is anything I can help you with? It couldnt be better to have someone helping him, Ji Zhiyao nodded at her. Please help me to find a set of clothes, something slightly more formal. Mo Huaifeng who fell behind by half a stepughed lightly. Formal? Ji Zhiyao turned back to look at him, asking confusedly, Shouldnt I dress more formally to meet my idol? You just need to look more handsome. He seemed to make sense, anyway it wasnt some formal asion. Ji Zhiyao turned back again, saying to the salesperson, Please help me to find a set of clothes that are more good looking. The salesperson quickly swept past the both of them with a slightly weird look, then sized up Ji Zhiyao from top to bottom, saying, Please hold on. It did not take long before she returned carrying a set of clothes. Ji Zhiyao took the clothes into the fitting room and walked out after changing in a while. It happened that facing him was Mo Huaifeng who was seated on the sofa ying with his phone, hence he asked, Captain, do I look good? Mo Huaifeng lifted his head, his pupils darkening. Mm. Good looking, so good looking that he wanted to hide him away. Ji Zhiyao then turned towards the mirror. ck and white checkers with a pure white fake cored sweater, slightly tight long ck pants, the sizes were just nice, perfectly showing off his broad shoulders, narrow waist and long legs. The more Ji Zhiyao looked, the more satisfied he was and gave his card directly to the salesperson. Ill take these. The salesperson took his card to bill it, Ji Zhiyao entered the waiting room and changed out. When he came out and took the card from the salesperson, Ji Zhiyao looked at Mo Huaifeng, suddenly blurting out with an astute mind, Captain, let me buy you a set thats the same as mine. Mo Huaifeng frowned slightly, yet before he could open his mouth and say something, Ji Zhiyao had swiftly instructed the salesperson in a low voice, Please get me a set of the same, in his size. Thank you. When the salesperson left, Ji Zhiyao turned grinningly to Mo Huaifeng. Captain, youll definitely be even more good looking than me in this. Mo Huaifeng heard his own feigned calm but actually rugged voice. Why did you buy me clothes? And it was even the same set... Now that he had that idea, he could not help but overthink. Ji Zhiyao was surprised. Huh? I cant let Captain you make a wasted trip... I feel that this set of clothes is quitefortable, do you not like it? He didnt know if it was a false sense, but Ji Zhiyao consistently felt that when his Captain said the two words I do, his voice became much more indifferent. The salesperson was very efficient, both of them had just shared two lines of conversation and shed already returned with the new clothes. Just that Mo Huaifeng didnt want to try them on, indifferently giving a nce at the set of clothes in the salespersons hands, he said, They should fit, just bag them up. Ji Zhiyao saw that he had on anguid expression, appearing like he didnt want to try on the clothes no matter what, hence he directly instructed the salesperson to bag the clothes while passing her his card for the second time. When they were done with payment, both of them walked out, Ji Zhiyao spoke up and stopped Mo Huaifeng. Captain are you in a bad mood? His smiling eyes curved slightly, as if he had thought of a terrific idea. Come on, Ill take you to the arcade. ... Standing under the signboard with all sorts of colors, listening to the overly loud pop music, Mo Huaifeng couldnt help but lift his hand and press on the vein that was vaguely throbbing in his temples. Whereas Ji Zhiyao who was currently exchanging tokens appeared to be especially excited, he said a few words to the salesperson, then pulled out two one-hundred notes from his wallet. Very soon the machine by the side dropped a whole basket of tokens, Ji Zhiyao walked over carrying the basket of tokens, in very high spirits. Captain, what shall we y first? His voice was too soft and was very quickly drowned out in the noisy background music. Mo Huaifeng involuntarily frowned, lowering his head and leaning over. What did you say? Be louder. Ji Zhiyao found that quite fun, and copied Mo Huaifeng, only he was short and could only tip-toe, leaning towards Mo Huaifeng ear and shouting, I-asked-what-do-you-want-to-y His ears hurt from his noise, Mo Huaifeng straightened up and replied with a nk expression, Im fine with anything. Such childish things, he didnt like them at all. Hence Ji Zhiyaos eyes brightened up, dragging him all over the ce, atst dropping on his butt before the Whac-A-Mole game, gesturing to Mo Huaifeng. Captain,e y this, its super cute. Mo Huaifeng hearing the childish music in his ears and seeing the rows of mole cartoon stickers on the game machine, he thought to himself that Ji Zhiyao was the f*cking real cute one. ying the Whac-A-Mole relies on hand speed and good eye coordination, to the professional yers like them, it happened to be routine work. Thus Ji Zhiyao yed skillfully, having much fun. But very quickly, the machine turned to having a few buttons lighting up together, he hectically pressed a few times and dejectedly realized that he didnt have enough fingers. Just then the next round began, Ji Zhiyao had thought that he was bound to lose, but unexpectedly, an arm appeared from above his shoulder and helped him to press another button that he wasnt able to catch. Ji Zhiyao froze there and the machine began with the next round, his fingers werent ready to switch and he got everything wrong. The game ended, the electronic screen disyed Ji Zhiyaos results, his speed and frequency of hits both created a new record for the machine. Ji Zhiyao seeing the results, smacked his mouth in regret. Captain, you already reached out to help me, why did not let me win two more levels to get a whole number. He did remember to shout out these words loudly. Mo Huaifeng could not hold back andughed softly. Cutting corners. Chapter 111

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao, hugging the tokens, went on to y something that wasnt as idiotic in his eyes. Basketball. He had long arms and legs, and was also good at aiming, so the basketballs dropped into the as if mas had been fixed to them. His posture was natural and smooth. Both his outerwear and sweater were a little short, so each time he jumped forward to shoot, a small part of his waist would show. Ji Zhiyao shot seven or eight times, when he grabbed a basketball and was about to jump forward once more, arge force suddenly pulled him back to his original spot. Ji Zhiyao holding the basketball, turning back with a surprised expression. Mo Huaifeng pulled back the hand that he used to tug on the corner of his clothes, saying with a nonchnt look, Jumping to shoot, thats considered cheating. How am I supposed to shoot if I dont jump? Mo Huaifeng kept silent but took the ball from Ji Zhiyaos arms, standing exactly where he had been. He took several looks at the position of the opposite then easily threw the ball into the. After that, he looked towards Ji Zhiyao, his gaze peaceful. In Ji Zhiyaos eyes, that was slight provocation. ... Damn it. After a few hours, both of them left the arcade. Ji Zhiyao nced longingly at the colorful signboard of the arcade, asking, Captain, was it fun? Do you feel better now? Mo Huaifengs look couldnt be described in a few words. ... Who was the one who kept ying? Ji Zhiyao ignored the me from his Captain, yawning as he looked up to the sky at 45 degrees. Today really is a wonderful day. He was a little tired and didnt really felt like eating out. Thus after asking Mo Huaifeng, both of them drove back to the base. The moment he stepped into the house, Ji Zhiyao fed himself two tablets of cold medicine, setting aside another two for Mo Huaifeng while he was at it. It was too cold outside and they had perspired while ying at the arcade. It was really easy to catch a cold in this weather. The auntie had just delivered fresh groceries to the base yesterday, Ji Zhiyao walked into the dining room and had a look and decided there and then to have hotpot together with Mo Huaifeng. The hot soup was bubbling, and though there were only two people left at the base, the atmosphere didnt feel deste at all. Ji Zhiyao had just put a te of mutton into the pot, when he was suddenly hit with an idea. Captain, do you mind if I make up for my livestream hours? Mo Huaifeng understood his question instantly, then nodded his head once. Hence Ji Zhiyao happilyunched the livestream app on his phone and turned on livestream. He went to his room to get a stand and set his phone at a spot not too far from the pot, at an angle that happened to be able to get both himself and Mo Huaifeng in the frame, then waved to the camera. Hello everyone! [Fi-god! Fi-god!] [Damn, the return of MelonRinds eating livestream series in my lifetime.] [What the f*ck, what did I see? ?] [The base is so big and only two of you are having hotpot? I dont believe theres nothing gay going on between you two! !] [Why why why he even brought family!] Ji Zhiyao had a bite of meat, swallowed then said, Everyone else at the base has gone home for the new year, stop making wild guesses, both Captain and I are innocent. Im just making up for my livestream hours, and sending my new year blessings in advance to you guys while Im at it. [LOL I believe you, I believe you.] [Of course I choose to forgive you.] [Here for attention again, damn Ive really seen through you, this influencer, you y with whoever is popr, you disgust me thoroughly, heh heh.] Ji Zhiyao saw thestment, but he had long gotten used to things and ignored it. He ced his phone there, then returned to his original seat, continuing to dig in. Instead, it was Mo Huaifeng who ate two mouthfuls and asked in a low voice with a frown, How long are you going to have it on for? Ji Zhiyao had a piece of spinach in his mouth and replied incoherently, Im still left with half of the 40 hours for this month, just leave it on, I dont want to have to make up for livestream hours during new year celebrations. What have you been doing usually? Damn it Captain have some conscience, when do I have time? Am I not the one whos as tired as a dog from training everyday? Its me. You can drop it, you start eating the moment youe downstairs in the afternoon, I dont bother nagging you... fine fine fine, youre the Captain, whatever you say is right. You put that fish ball down! I was the one who put this into the pot. It was obviously me! The one you threw in just now hasnt been cooked! Do you have to bounce up and down over a fish ball? Is your zodiac sign the monkey? Have to, absolutely have to, so quickly give it to me. While they were engaged in their heated argument over a fish ball, the number of viewers in the livestream room had exceeded thirty thousand people, thements were alsoing in crazily fast. [That MelonRind was able to stay alive till today... other than love what else could it be? Seeing Fi-gods god, even my heart aches LOL isnt it just a fish ball!] [Why do you want fish ball! Ill give you my life!] [Fi-god which vor do you want to eat Ill send you more boxes of it to the base, dont fight with your teammate! So pitiful LOL] These two people went onto the trending searches once more because of a fish ball, but this time round the title of the trending search was very interesting, it was Fi-god IndefiniteFuture, want fish ball, dont want a beauty. But neither of them went to take a look. ... S City suburbs, Lan Yue Building. Ji Zhiyao walked towards the entrance with his phone in hand, slowly pulling out a crumpled dark blue invitation with gold edges and passed it to the security guard at the entrance. Then in the face of the security guards slightly odd look, entered the building through the front door. Perhaps, it was the security guards first time seeing a person who treated an invitation like he did. This was where the Most Influential Celebrity Gathering was held, only slightly more than ten minutes journey from Mix base. A few minutes ago, Mo Huaifeng had driven Ji Zhiyao over. After walking down a long corridor, Ji Zhiyao continued along the only route to turn in a hall. Under the morous lights, he saw groups of twos and threes raising their sses and pooling together to chat. This was the venue that he was looking for. Although it looked more like an end-of-year party for somepany. Ji Zhiyao silentlyined in his heart, then walked in. In a split second, almost half of all the eyes in the hall were focused on him as he took a step in. Ji Zhiyao was originally already delicate and good looking, in addition he wore clothes that would bring out even extreme handsomeness, at this gathering where males were rarely seen, he attracted even more attention. Yet Ji Zhiyao pretended as if he had noticed all the looks, his gaze swept around and did not find the figure of his idol YiMao. Thus, he went right to the juicer next to the food table, took a ss of fruit juice and began drinking slowly. But very quickly there was someone who recognized him and beganing towards him. Hi, are you IndefiniteFuture? A girl in a red dress was the first to walk over, there were two other girls following behind her. Her eye bags that were brushed with gold powder looked very obviously unnatural, her smile was a little stiff. Hi, Im your fan, beauty blogger kakajima. Ji Zhiyao looked at her calmly, his smile neither intimate nor distancing. Hello. kakajima asked, Um, arent you a reserve of an eSports team? Why are you at this gathering? Chapter 112

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyaos eyes squinted with a small smile. Im here to meet my idol YiMao Oh. kakajima made a few sounds in reply, not even sure if she had taken in his words, she stared right at Ji Zhiyao. Indefinite, can I have your autograph? Ji Zhiyao on hearing her form of address, forcefully suppressed hisugh in his throat. Upon hearing that, he knew that the girl before him wasnt his fan at all. His fans called him either MelonRind or NoHomo, it was indeed his first time meeting one who called him Indefinite. Yet he didnt say anything, only replying, Sure, but I didnt bring a marker. I have one, I have one. kakajima hastily brought out a marker, then flipped her own phone around, pointing to the matte phone casing and saying, You can just sign here. Ji Zhiyao scrawled an IndefiniteFuture on it, and not his other identity, Mix.Yao. After signing, Ji Zhiyao looked up and his vision identally swept across the distance, as if he had seen a familiar person, he said, Sorry, excuse me. He stood up and walked towards the distance, leaving the several girls behind stomping their feet in displeasure. Ji Zhiyao was originally just looking for an excuse, however he didnt expect that as he took a mere few steps out, he spotted his objective of hising here today, gaming broadcaster one more. one more was a big boy who was around his age, he looked ordinary but was very friendly. That Ji Zhiyao was able to recognize him, was purely because he often showed his whole face in his videos. YiMao had also unintentionally seen Ji Zhiyao who was currently heading in his direction, after confirming that the smile on his face was directed at himself, he paused for a moment and moved forward to meet him. Ji Zhiyao reached out his hand. Nice to meet you YiMao. You are my idol, may I ask for an autograph? YiMao was dazed, after a few seconds, he smiled. That was what I wanted to ask earlier, nice to meet you MelonRind, I am your fan, can I have an autograph? The eye bags beneath Ji Zhiyaos eyes curved prettily. Then both of us can exchange autographs. It seems so. Have you brought a marker? I didnt, do you not have one? I didnt bring one either. Both of them stared speechlessly at each other. YiMao suddenlyughed out loud. You are as interesting as I had imagined you to be. Lets find a ce for a chat? Sure, Im most willing. If he chatted with YiMao, there shouldnt be anyoneing over trying to strike a conversation with him. He looked around, then pointed to an empty sofa not too far away. Theres no one there, lets go sit over there. Both of them walked over, Ji Zhiyao took a ss of fruit juice along the way. When YiMao turned back and saw that he was drinking juice, he asked in surprise, You dont drink beer? Boys who did not drink beer at this asion were extremely rare. Ji Zhiyao replied, The juice is not bad, freshly squeezed, Ill get a ss for you? YiMao shook his head. Its okay. Sitting on the sofa, YiMao could vaguely feel numerous looks from their surroundings. He turned and found that Ji Zhiyao was seated there, as if he hadnt sensed anything, drinking his juice with his head bowed. YiMao mocked himself deep down, then questioned, Why did you suddenly be a professional yer? When I saw the news from Mixs official ount, I thought that I had seen wrong. Hearing the questioning from his side, Ji Zhiyao finally reluctantly parted with the straw in the ss of fruit juice, replying, Purely identally, I didnt expect it back then either. Yet YiMao became interested. What happened, tell me about it? Just I got to know Captain previously when I was gaming, he dragged me into the pit. After hisst line, he was suddenly reminded of the day when he had just woken up and Wen Heng was staring with a dumbfounded expression at him, saying that Mix official ount had just announced him as the jungler reserve... Thinking back, it seemed like a long time had passed since then. Ji Zhiyao could not help butugh a little. YiMao continued, I heard the atmosphere of Mix battleteam is superb, things should be very interesting. Ji Zhiyao nodded. If the members of our team dont spout obscenities for a day they will feel terrible all over, if they stopped being professional yers, someday they will end up asedians. YiMao was speechless. This was quite different from what he had imagined. Both of them chatted for some time, Ji Zhiyao notified YiMao then stood up to go look for the washroom. When he came out from the cubicle, washed his hands and just stepped out of the washroom, he found two girls in lolita skirts, intercepting him with almost crying expressions. Ji Zhiyao lifted his head to nce at the sign in surprise and bewilderment. It was the male toilet, he had not entered the wrong ce. Both of the lolita girls were holding wine, between them, the one that was leaning against the wall was even holding two sses. She looked pitifully towards Ji Zhiyao, saying, Older brother, are you IndefiniteFuture? Goosebumps sprouted all over Ji Zhiyaos body from her address, but in the corridor beside, people walking to and fro were all looking at them. It wasnt very convenient for him to just take his leave. He could only nod his head replying, May I help you? The lolita leaning against the wall said miserably, I am NanNan-chan, do you still remember me? Ji Zhiyao remained silent. Who was this? Upon seeing Ji Zhiyaos baffled expression, the lolitas eyes turned even redder, almost crying as she said, Do you really not remember me anymore? Ji Zhiyao continued to be dumbfounded. The two lolitas exchanged eye contact, the other bit her lip and said to Ji Zhiyao, Do you recall, previously you posted a Weibo status, which was a screenshot of your match with Fi-god and dissed NanNan-chan for a bit... This girl was too euphemistic with her words, Ji Zhiyao thought for a really long time before he understood what they were on about. So she was the dreamer blogger who was trying to use Fi-god to gain attention. Ji Zhiyaos eyes turned slightly colder as he leaned on the wall and smiled. Then what do you guys mean by doing this right now? NanNan-chan said softly, Im here to apologize. I was indeed at fault with the screenshot incident, I caused you to be misunderstood by others. Ji Zhiyao totally did not expect that this girl would apologize right there, he coughed lightly and replied, Its all in the past, no need to bring it up anymore. NanNan-chan continued to pursue hotly. Does this mean you forgive me? Ji Zhiyao frowned slightly. Actually I can understand why you did that, theres no forgiving or not that can be said about it. It was nothing more than an influencers way of gaining attention, some influencers had even gone further than this. Whats more, at the bottom of this incident, even if it did, it wouldve affected Fi-gods reputation, he was at most a passerby who spoke out the unfairness that he had chanced upon, what was there to apologize to him about? Nan Nan Jing did not seemed to have understood Ji Zhiyaos impatience, raising the ss in her hand, looking woefully at Ji Zhiyao. I toast to you with a ss of wine, if youve forgiven me, can you finish it? From now on, everything between us will be considered written off, I wont try to use Fi-god or you for attention, you... you can also stop dissing me. Ji Zhiyaos face had almost turned blue. ... Drinking wine in front of the washroom door, do you not mind that there is a smell. NanNan-chan and the girl were silent Ji Zhiyao seemed to have understood, if he did not drink this ss of wine, perhaps these two girls still had more waiting for him. They might trap him and talk about reasons while shopping, just thinking about it already made him feel like he was going bald. Chapter 113

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Hence he made a prompt decision. Holding the ss, he lifted it courteously in their direction. I cant hold my liquor, lets not talk about a ss and all, Ill take two sips at most, both of you do as you please. Ji Zhiyao took the ss of wine, the fermented grape taste of the red wine was so sour for him that he frowned right away. He did not take even one extra sip; after drinking the two sips that he had promised, he pushed the ss back into NanNan-chans hands, saying, Ive drunk the wine as well, if theres nothing else Ill take my leave first. With that, he did not bother looking at the girls expressions, nor did he listen to anything else they had to say, Ji Zhiyao entered the hall without turning back. YiMao was still seated at the spot earlier, seeing Ji Zhiyao return, he mocked, Took so long for a trip to the washroom, did you go pick up girls instead? Ji Zhiyao replied bitterly, Met two people that I didnt know just now, they talked to me for a bit. Finishing off his words, he was suddenly reminded of a thought. Oh yes, if you dont mind, lets add each other on WeChat and we can frequently y together in the future? YiMao happily dug out his phone. Sure sure, Ill wait for you to carry me. Both of them exchanged their contact details, Ji Zhiyao then moved to the side and grabbed a bunch of nuts, eating as he peeled them. Not long after, his head suddenly turned dizzy, his mind also became not as clear. The nut in his hands dropped onto the te with a rattle. There wasnt much noise around them, YiMao heard this little stir extremely clearly. Hisrge hand went on Ji Zhiyaos shoulders as he asked worriedly, NoHomo, are you okay? Ji Zhiyao also did not know what was happening to himself. He kept his unfocused eyes open, immediately feeling for his phone and passing it to YiMao, in the course of doing so, his phone almost fell to the ground as he had no strength to hold on to it. YiMao quickly took it and realized that Ji Zhiyaos voice had be very soft, he leaned his ear over by Ji Zhiyaos mouth and heard him say, ... Help me make a call to Captain, get him toe fetch me. ... Ji Zhiyao slept for a very long time. He dreamed that he was forcefully fed with two sses of red wine in the washroom by Avatar, when he opened his eyes and looked down, he realized that he had be the delicate little sister Lin, with a big and round stomach. Looking up in surprise and fear, he found his Captain standing not too far away, asking him with a tone so gentle, Does the Child-and-Mother water taste good? Then he had woken with a fright. Ji Zhiyao stared dully at the ceiling, it was after a long time that he realized he was in his own room at the base. Inhaling several deep breaths, he then found that the inside of his head felt like several strings of firecrackers had exploded in it. What had happened? Ji Zhiyao propped himself on his arms against the bed, preparing to sit up, yet midway through, he suddenly heard from somewhere not too far, a voice exactly the same as the one that had asked him Does the Child-and-Mother water taste good in his dream. The only difference was that it now seemed to be coated with ice, asking, Youre awake? Ji Zhiyao suddenly shivered, looking with a grief-stricken expression in the direction of the voice. Captain. Mo Huaifeng dropped the magazine in his hands, stood up and walked to the side of the bed, towering over him as he asked, Should I be d that you still kept that little bit of brains, that you still knew to call me? He was done for, the Captain was angry. But he wasnt to me, who could have known that that girl had spiked the wine? Ji Zhiyao stretched his fingers, defeated, and rubbed his temples. I also didnt know that I would encounter such an incident. Id have to call to thank YiMaoter, if I hadnt gotten to know him at that shabby gathering, Captain, what you would be seeing now wouldve been my corpse. More like dead without aplete corpse. Mo Huaifeng poured a ss of water and handed it over. Tell me exactly what happened. Ji Zhiyao gulped down a good half of the water, before his chaotic mind finally sobered up. Hearing Mo Huaifengs question, he answered, Do you remember the blogger that tried to use you to gain attention? That time where I posted on Weiboter on to help you clear up things, and you even specially thanked me. Mo Huaifeng did not speak, evidently in deep thought. After a while, he then said, I have some impression. It was her? Ji Zhiyao nodded, Most probably. I just went to the washroom, when I came out I was stopped by her, she had to badger me to drink a ss of wine to take it that Id forgiven her. I really had no choice, so I took two sips. Hed only drank two sips and had ended up like this, if he had drunk the whole ss, would he have passed out there and then? A question that Ji Zhiyao could have thought of, naturally Mo Huaifeng had thought of it as well. Making a connection with what could have happened next, Mo Huaifengs face instantly turned expressionless, his eyes slightly narrowed. I got it. Ji Zhiyao looked like he was still in a state of shock. Thank god Im smart. Smart and he could still get himself into this pathetic state? Mo Huaifeng suppressed his anger deep down and could hardly contain himself to not scold him. Ji Zhiyao thought of something and asked with a frown, Captain, how did you put it when you came to fetch me? There were too many people at the ce yesterday, if something spreads out, it would have a negative impact on our team. Its fine. Yesterday you were out like a dead pig, someone went over to ask questions, that gaming blogger said you were drunk and fell asleep. Ji Zhiyao felt very pleased once more. Wow, my idol sure is great. Mo Huaifeng squinted at him with a cold expression. Ji Zhiyao quickly corrected himself after sensing his mistake. Of course, the Captain who carried me back is even better. Mo Huaifengs gaze then became warmer, taking quite some time before he said coldly, Next time dont trust others so easily. Ji Zhiyao nodded. Especially women. Ji Zhiyao nodded like a chicken pecking at rice. After giving Ji Zhiyao some more advice, Mo Huaifeng left the room. He went downstairs, pulled out a cigarette from the case on the table, lit it and made a call. The call got through very quickly, Mo Huaifengs voice was a little cold. Hello? Yuan Wei. Pal, Im already on leave. Are you trying to exploit me again? Mo Huaifeng ignored him as he said, Help me notify the clubs public rtions department, let them help to seal the news that Ji Zhiyao went to the celebrity gathering yesterday. Only you would use the clubs things as your own all day long. Hold on, Yuan Wei figured out that there was something wrong. Where did NoHomo go? Celebrity gathering? The Weibo one? Mm, got spiked by someone. Almost lost his innocence out there. ... What the f*ck? It seems this rascal is asking for a beating. Already an adult and he could still get calcted, is he stupid? Is it okay to inform the club directly? Will they disregard it? Dont worry, if this incident spreads, it wont be good for the clubs reputation too, theyre better at making decisions than you. Mo Huaifengughed coldly. If they really dare to not do anything, get them to approach me. Okay, got it. Ill get it done in a while. How about the person who spiked him? Who was it? Need to give him some trouble? The influencer who tried to use me for attention previously. Mo Huaifeng replied. If you need my help, let me know. Dont worry, itll take at most two days, Ill definitely let her know why flowers are so brightly red. You advise NoHomo more frequently too. Chapter 114

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Thank god nothing happened, if something really did it wouldve been toote. All of you professional yers are most afraid of having some scandals and still wouldnt be more careful! Mo Huaifeng! Damn it you hung up on me again! ... Recuperating at the base for several days, Ji Zhiyao ate and slept when he should, and even yed ranked games with Mo Huaifeng at a set time everyday. Some days they would even invite YiMao and y as three, those days were really pleasant. These few days when hed been going on Weibo, there wasnt even a single word about him in posts about the Weibo Celebrity Gathering. The Weibo ount with username NanNan-chan had for some reason, gotten reported and could not be found anymore. Ji Zhiyao knew that this was probably the doing of his Captain. Hence on that day itself, he even saluted Mo Huaifeng with his nces of utmost worship, leading to Mo Huaifeng almost dropping a p on his face. Several days passed just like this and the 20th of the lunar twelfth month arrived. On this day, Ji Zhiyao woke up really early, packed his luggage and carried his luggage case downstairs. With a sweeping nce, he realized that his Captain who should still be in bed at this time, was actually up and was seated on the sofa, looking at him with keen eyes. Ji Zhiyao was surprised. Captain, why are you up so early? Mo Huaifeng rubbed his eyes and pushed the little luggage bag by his feet, replying sinctly, Im going home, Ill give you a ride too. Ji Zhiyao made a huh sound and went forward. Why did I not hear you mention it earlier? What could be done if I had mentioned it earlier? Youll send me? ... I can send you with my eyes. Save it. Ji Zhiyao smacked his lips a little regretfully, then followed behind Mo Huaifeng to change his shoes and leave the house. The car was already in front of the door, Mo Huaifeng ced both their luggage bags into the boot, then said, Get in. Okay. Ji Zhiyao sat himself into the car, just as he had buckled on his seat belt, he suddenly remembered. Captain, is my home and yours in the same direction? Mo Huaifeng had also gotten on. He reached out to close the door, his tone neutral as he replied, Its not, get out. Yet Ji Zhiyao upon his words, silently tightened his arms around his seatbelt and looked outside, pretending like nothing had happened as he said, Central Section, First Ring Road, Ling Shan Apartment. Thanks Captain. Mo Huaifeng nced at him, the corner of lips curving up. The weather was too cold and the traffic conditions werent the best, the car drove for a whole two hours before arriving at Ling Shan Apartment. Ji Zhiyao unbuckled his seatbelt and got out, realizing that Mo Huaifeng also gotten off with him and helped him to bring his luggage bag down from the car. Ji Zhiyao looked at his Captain, instantly so touched that tears welled in his eyes. Thanks Captain, youre really sweet. Are the eyes of those girls out there all spoiled? His Captain was so great, yet no one is going after him? Mo Huaifeng snorted. They would need to have the guts to do so. Ji Zhiyao then realized that he had identally let the thoughts in his heart slip out, and gave a small apologetic smile. Then I shall go, Captain. Mm. Ji Zhiyao dragged his own little luggage bag and entered the estate. Ten minutester, he pulled out his keys and opened the door of his house. The door had just been pushed open by a small crack yet Ji Zhiyao already saw half a face quietly appearing in the crack and was shocked. Ji Qingge, are you trying to scare me to death? Ji Qingge took two steps back to give Ji Zhiyao space to enter, while taking a bite of the apple in her hand, her cheeks bulging. A quiet conscience sleeps in thunder my friend, what good things have you done behind my back this time? Move aside. Ji Zhiyao dragged his luggage bag to a side, asking, Wheres mum and dad? Ji Qingge continued crunching on her apple and replied, Went to work, have to return, I heard mum and dad say, it seemed to be their turn to be on shift again during the new year celebrations. Basically every year was like this, Ji Zhiyao was already used to it. He walked into the kitchen to pour himself a ss of water, the moment he turned back he realized that Ji Qingge was like a little tail following behind his butt, thus could not help but ask with a raised eyebrow, Are you done with your winter vacation homework? Why are you following me? It wouldve been fine if he hadnt mentioned it, the moment he mentioned winter vacation homework, Ji Qingges eyes almost rolled towards the sky. She said, looking like she barely wanted to live, You should really take a look at that pile of papers, its thicker than your arm. I suspect the only reason our school was able to spot the correct questions was because they give us a lot of papers to do. Ji Qingge are you asking for a beating? Thicker than whose arm? Yours, its yours. Ji Zhiyao lifted his hand, pretending as if he wanted to hit her, Ji Qingge dodged grinningly, asking,How are you back so early, thement section of your Weibo ount was and of wailing of despair, iming that Mix battleteam was abusing you, I thought you would be at the base training till New Years Eve. Dont listen to their nonsense. The internal part of our battleteam goes on leave really only, it was only because I wasnt in a hurry toe back. Everyone else has gone home, why are you staying there? Ji Zhiyao pushed her forehead. Slow sparrow makes an early start, train for a few more days, in case your brother takes the me for making mistakes the moment he goes on. Hearing that, Ji Qingge asked softly, Then are you happy at the battleteam? Ji Zhiyao realized that although this foolish girls expression was fierce, the worry in her eyes could not be concealed. He was delighted. Dont you worry, just focus on preparing for your college entrance exams. Your brother is Mixs new team dictator, I stand on top of the giants head, no one dares to bully me, dont believe those rumors out there. Ji Qingge became displeased, pulling on a long face. Who was worried? Get lost. Ji Zhiyao stretched out his hand, two fingers pinching her cheeks. Heh, youre rather unreasonable. Ji Qingge pped his fingers away with an eye roll and prepared to return to her room to continue battling for three hundred round with her papers. Before she went upstairs, she ordered Ji Zhiyao, I want to eat the fruit sd from the fourth level of Silver Throne and also the grilled oysters from Ah Xiang House. Since youre back, help me buy themter. Ji Zhiyao was speechless, not understanding why every time he was home Ji Qingge would take him for a deliveryman. But in this boundless world, year 3 high school students had the most say. He couldnt do anything with her, and could only nod cowardly, while adding tenderly, I got it you pig. Ji Zhiyao tidied all the clothes that he had brought home, then sat by his bed and yed with his phone for a while. When it was almost noon, he looked at the warm sunshine outside the window and figured that his parents probably wouldnt being back again. Hence, he went to knock Ji Qingges door, leaning on the door frame as he asked, Other than those you listed earlier, what else do you want to eat? Ji Qingge thought with her back against him for a moment, then replied very seriously, You can just buy as you deem fit, get more, if not there isnt enough to eat when I do my papers. What kind of habit was eating while doing papers? Could knowledge be swallowed together with food into the stomach? He put on his jacket with a speechless expression, picked up his phone and left the house. It was really too cold to be walking the whole way, Ji Zhiyao walked to the bus stop to wait, preparing to take a bus over, A few minutester, the bus arrived. Chapter 115

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao boarded, dropped his coins for the ride and casually sat down at a seat closer to the back door, before he saw his unread messages on WeChat. [DB.MHF: Im home. Ranked match together in the afternoon?] Ji Zhiyao smiled and replied: [Sure, I dont mind. But Im currently going out to get food for my little sister.] [DB.MHF: You have a little sister?] [MelonRind: Yeah, a year younger than me, a tragic high school Year 3 student.] [MelonRind: By the way Captain, some timeter can I bring my sister to the base for a visit? She has unnecessary worries, afraid that Im being bullied. I have to show her my actual living condition.] [DB.MHF: Let her see your solo stand-upedy acts?] [MelonRind: Screw you!] [DB.MHF: She cane, the rest should be fine with it too.] [MelonRind: Captain youre a really good person!] [DB.MHF: ...] Ji Zhiyao was not in the least aware that he had turned nice too quickly, hearing the mechanical female voice announced the stop, he stuffed his phone into his pocket, pressed the bell and alighted. It was a little cold outside, the cold wind blowing on ones face felt like ps. Ji Zhiyao buried half his face into his scarf and hurried entered the shopping center. The fruit sd that Ji Qingge liked to eat was also from the fruit shaved ice store that she liked in the summer. Ji Zhiyao walked in and ordered a bowl of fruit sd. Before long, his order was ready. He turned and left the store with a bag in hand. Then it was the grilled oysters on the same level, the waiting time for this was slightly longer. With two bags, Ji Zhiyao strolled into the supermarket on the first level and grabbed one of each vor of chips from the shelf filled with snacks. He had never understood what was so delicious about these little snacks, they were all junk food. Yet each time Ji Qingge ate them she would be over the moon, he couldnt do anything with her. After making payments with his card, Ji Zhiyao looked at the big and small bags in his hands, instantly feeling like he was going bald. He still didnt know what he was having for lunch... Exiting the supermarket, there was a pizza store right beside it. Ji Zhiyao decided to just walk in and ordered a pizza for takeaway. After he had made payment, Ji Zhiyao watched as the server helped him to pack the pizza and handed it over, and said a soft word of thanks. He did not expect that as he lifted the stic bag, he did not manage to do so. ncing down, the waiter who had done the packing was holding onto the stic bag, his stance looking like he wasnt going to let him leave. Ji Zhiyao looked up, confused, and saw the waiters excited gaze. He asked, Um, are you from Mix battleteam? The jungler reserve that just joined the team? Ji Zhiyao did not think that he would actually be recognized. Was this... a fan of their battleteam? Ji Zhiyao instinctively checked left and right, suddenly having the strange feeling of having a rendezvous as spies... He was struck quite hard by his own analogy, coughing once, he said lowly, Its me, hello. I especially like Mix battleteam! Ive watched almost everypetition that you all were in! Can you help me get Fi-gods autograph? Of course, itll work if you could give me an autograph too. Damn it! Even if he could, he didnt want to get it for this person. Ji Zhiyao had a troubled expression. Our team has all gone on vacation and went home, I came by myself. I wont be able to get an autograph for you, sorry about that. The waiter was a little down. Huh, its fine, Id already guessed that you arent that close to Fi-god. Ji Zhiyao looked at him with a puzzled expression. But is it really purely friendship between you and Fi-god? ? ? ? You celebrities, only know how to act confused. Never mind never mind, give me an autograph before you go then. Ji Zhiyao was at a loss. He bewilderedly signed for the waiter, then walked out of the doors of the pizza store carrying his bags. The moment he stepped out, he even saw that waiter waving at him. Ji Zhiyao instinctively waved back. When he reached home and told this incident as a joke to Ji Qingge, Ji Qingge even stopped eating the oysters, a pair of big eyes staring right at Ji Zhiyao. Brother, you and Fi-god... Ji Zhiyao did not understand her. Captain is quite caring towards me. Whats wrong? Ji Qingge nced at her biological brother before her who was so naive, exasperated that he couldnt live up to expectations, then waved her hand tiredly, I am tired, bow and take your leave. Ji Zhiyao reached out and flicked her forehead, Ji Qingge instantly flew into a rage, chasing Ji Zhiyao around the whole house to hit him. ... This chaotic atmosphere continued up until New Years Eve. Ji Qingge sat on the sofa watching the New Years G Show whereas Ji Zhiyao was huddled on the other end of the sofa, looking at the WeChat group chat on his screen. [MelonRind: Brothers, do you guys not watch the g show?] [ManagerYuanWei: Brother, think of all those usualedy acts at the base, do you instantly feel that those programs on the g show are dull?] [DB.MHF: This rubbish makes sense.] [Xiao: This rubbish makes sense +1.] [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: This rubbish makes sense +2.] [XiaoFeiCannotFly: This rubbish makes sense +3.] [Heng: This rubbish makes sense +4.] [KisExtremelyHandsome: The team is checking in the chat, this rubbish makes sense +6.] [Xiao: Were missing someone, wheres NoHomo?] [MelonRind: Im considering if I should leave some face for Yuan Wei.] [ManagerYuanWei: [smile] [smile] Do you think that with you saying it out like this I would !!!! friend? Good f*cking bye!] [DB.MHF: [WeChat red packet] ] [DB.MHF: Silly son, stop crying. This is daddys constion for you.] [ManagerYuanWei has collected the red packet] [ManagerYuanWei: Thank you daddy.] Ji Zhiyao was in stitches as he typed: [Brother Wei, where are your principles?] [ManagerYuanWei: My principles definitely arent as valuable as Captains red packet [smile]. ] Ji Zhiyao was a little curious about exactly how big a red packet had Mo Huaifeng sent. Hence he followed and snatched one too. His Wi-Fi was a littleg, before the amount appeared, he first saw a line of words that appeared in the group chat.] [DB.MHF: @MelonRind Now that youve received a red packet, obediently call me daddy.] [MelonRind: ...] Damn it, why was his hand so cheap! The few of them chatted for a while, Yuan Wei sent in the group: [Brothers, today is New Years Eve, isnt it time for all your zombie-like Weibo ounts to get moving? Even if you dont post selfies you should at least let your fans know that youre good. Dont make it look like you were kidnapped and sold cheaply by the team. The club is still counting on ourrge amount of fans to help us get more sponsors for the national qualifiers.] [Heng: If we need money look for Captain! Why leave a tyrant alone when you can exploit him?] [ManagerYuanWei: Exploiting Captain is equivalent to exploiting your sry, this brother whos on paid leave for winter vacation, have you thought it through?] [Heng: ... Take it that I havent said anything.] [Heng: In the face of money, I am very cowardly.] After the reminder from Yuan Wei, Ji Zhiyao then remembered Weibo that he had forgotten at the back of his head. He immediately logged in, finding some photos that Ji Qingge had taken for him from his gallery and also the Mix team photo and logo and posted a new status on Weibo. Chapter 116

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios [IndefiniteFutureV: Heres wishing everyone a Happy New Year. In theing year, may everyone and Mix battleteam be ever flourishing and prosperous! I will continue to work even harder in the future and not disappoint everyone.] When his status was updated, it was already two minutester. Ji Zhiyao scrolled Weibo for a while, before preparing to return to the WeChat group chat to see what everyone was chatting about. He did not think that he had only left for a few minutes and the group chat had already exploded. [ManagerYuanWei: @DB.MHF Captain you get out here!] [DB.MHF: ? ] [ManagerYuanWei: What the f*ck! I told you to go post a Weibo status, not repost a status! You actually directly reposted NoHomos status? Are you finding the hate NoHomo has been getting too little? If youre so close shall I wire your sry together onto NoHomos card! Huh?] [DB.MHF: Sure, I have no objections.] [DB.MHF: What has it got to do with him, I was the one who reposted it.] [KisExtremelyHandsome: I posted too. Captain, why didnt you repost my status?] [DB.MHF: You didnt bless our team, it was too conventional.] [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: ? ? ? I did!] [DB.MHF: Youre ugly.] [ManagerYuanWei: I submit!] [ManagerYuanWei: You continue being so gay with NoHomo, I reckon a few dayster theres going to be gay fanart about the both of you appearing on the inte.] [DB.MHF: Remember to ask for copyright royalties.] Watching Captains formidable stance of if onees, he shoots one down, if twoes, he shoots a pair down, Ji Zhiyao was almost dying ofughter. He actually didnt have many opinions regarding what Yuan Wei had said, although Mo Huaifeng directly reposting his status did make him a little surprised, but thinking of his Captains cold face that wasnt the least bit zealous about such things... He then thought, reposting is also an update, theres nothing that couldnt be epted. Thats right, he was this lenient. Hence Ji Zhiyao selectively ignored all the so-called couple fans who were jumping around telling him and Mo Huaifeng to get together quickly, at the same time he also ignored the haters who were criticizing him for wanting attention and very peacefully yed with his phone. When the television channel punctually reported the time as 12 midnight, Ji Zhiyao turned slightly and as expected saw Ji Qingge cheerfully walking over with outstretched hands. Brother, Happy New Year! May prosperity be with you, my red packet please. This address of Brother was especially sweet, Ji Zhiyao could not hold back hisugh. He brought out two brand new red packets from behind his back, passing them to Ji Qingge. Happy New Year. This is lucky money, one from mum and dad, one from me. Thus Ji Qingges smile became even brighter. She took the red packets and opened them right away. When she was done with the thicker one and then emptied out a bank card from the thinner one, Ji Zhiyao touched her hair, nagging with a rare gentle tone. To prevent you from being only focused on spending money and not studying properly, there is only ten thousand in it now. After you graduate I will wire some allowance for you each month, just buy whatever youve taken a fancy to. Make sure youre not unwilling to spend money, then get stolen by some little rascal. No early rtionship before your national exams, if you want to date after your exams, you dont have to consider boys who give you less money than me to spend. If they cant even bear to give you money to spend, hows that liking you! Do you hear me? Ji Qingges eyes were originally red-rimmed, but after listening to him, she snorted out loud. Her brother had really made it sound so simple. Other than her parents and him, or those foolish tyrants who wished to throw money on the streets, who else would be so doting on her? After Ji Zhiyao had instructed Ji Qingge, he even very seriously recalled if there was any part that he had forgotten. When he was sure that he had advised her on all aspects that he was worried about, he flicked her forehead and told her to go aside to y. ... With the passing of New Years Eve, the new year celebrations went pass very quickly. Ji Zhiyao stayed at home for several more days, then sent Ji Qingge who had to attend extra lessons in advance back to school, before he returned to the base with his luggage. Except for him, everyone else had returned. Ji Zhiyao put down his belongings and walked into the training room. Nuos first words upon seeing him was, I thought our little sister wasing to the base? Wheres she? Ji Zhiyao red at Nuo, making Nuo very baffled before he said, She went to school for extra lessons. When she has a break next weekend, then Ill fetch her here. He dropped into his seat, saying to Mo Huaifeng who was currently in a match beside him, Captain, Happy New Year. Yourete, Im deducting your sry. Captain, I feel that in the new year youve be slightly more handsome. Slightly? A lot. But because in my mind youre already very handsome, so it isnt obvious. Mm. When my match ends,e y together. Sure, sure. No problem. Ji Zhiyao secretly peeked at Mo Huaifeng, feeling that Captain seemingly wouldnt bring up the matter of deducting his sry before he turned back to ask Xiao, Brother Xiao, hows your checkup for this month? Xiao replied, Not too bad. The doctor said, if nothing crops up, after another one or two months of recuperating I would be able to touch a mouse. Ji Zhiyao pped like a seal. Brother Xiao I beg you to hurry back and save me, Im about to die from Hengs midner and jungler team up. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA you actually dared to do a midner jungler team up with him you idiot!!! Ji Zhiyao was speechless for a moment. Ji Zhiyao silently turned back with a depressed expression. Watching Mo Huaifeng who was still in a match, he suddenly thought of the waiter and retold the incident again like he was telling a joke. Then he said, Captain, does that person have some kind of misunderstanding about our rtionship? Mo Huaifeng immediately used a look that was difficult to describe to look at him. It was especially like andlord looking at his own silly son. After a while, he said, Why dont I give you a few autographs, you can bring them with you when you go out? What the f*ck, its not an amulet! Why would I carry them with me? To ward off evil? How would you know it wont work if you dont try? What if it does? It wont unless your handwriting is especially ugly! ... Ji Zhiyao having regained victory of a set, instantly felt very pleased. He used tissue paper to clean theputer that had not been used for two whole weeks, then turned it on and logged onto the Heroes client. Satisfaction arose spontaneously in an instant. During the few days that he was on vacation he did practice at home daily, but the touch of hisputer at home and the one at the base was different. The speed of the inte also differed greatly, the gaming experience wasnt as pleasant as that at the base. Now that he was touching the basesputer, Ji Zhiyao was almost bubbling with happiness. He first yed a match againstputer bots, to practice his touch. When Mo Huaifengs match ended, Ji Zhiyao quit the single room and promptly boarded his Captains rank up team. After a match of 45 minutes, Mo Huaifeng looked a little surprised at Ji Zhiyao. Mo Huaifeng thought for a moment and called for the stats analyzer and Xiao. Ill start another match, you guyse over and watch NoHomo properly. Ji Zhiyao was utterly confused, then under such a state, was dragged by Mo Huaifeng into the match once more. Chapter 117

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios It was another 40 minute match. After the match ended, Mo Huaifeng asked, What do you guys think? The stats analyzer spoke up. Its so obvious. Not bad, its really not bad. ording to this current state, with training for another period of time, he wont be far off Xiaos peak condition. Xiao eximed, What the f*ck, whats up with NoHomo? Did you secretly eat spinach when you were home? The three of them stared at each other in speechless dismay, and after that, uniformly turned to look at Ji Zhiyao. Ji Zhiyao was shivering from being frightened by them. No, what is wrong? Can you guys speak properly? The stats analyzer lookedpletely serious. Youve made a huge improvement, do you not feel it yourself? Really? Seeing the speechless expression appearing on the faces of the three people surrounding him at the same time, Ji Zhiyao restrained his expression as he said, I can feel that I am slightly different when Im gaming, calcted moments are more precise, my ying is also smoother than before, but I dont have such a huge reaction like you guys. Xiao said, Heres an example, if we say that your previous standard was being locked in a room, now its like the door of the room has been opened, the space that you cane into contact with has berger. An improvement thats simr to this level, NoHomo, youve crossed a barrier, can you understand that? Ji Zhiyao nodded. The stats analyzer added on. This is a good thing. Tell you what, NoHomo, why dont you and Captain y a few more matches, let me and Xiao spectate properly, then consider the current consolidated strength of our team. Not waiting for Ji Zhiyaos reply, Mo Huaifeng nodded from beside him. Okay. Then he invited Ji Zhiyao into the team once more. Both of them yed five to six matches, a good consecutive three to four hours. Ji Zhiyaos wrists were starting to hurt, but the stats analyzer then let them stop. He held his small notebook, looking extremely excited. This is the feeling, seems like its not wrong. Xiao tsk-ed twice, sounding slightly envious. Ive only heard of people bing dense after the new year celebrations, Ive yet to hear of anyone celebrating the new year by his standard advancing by leaps and bounds. The stats analyzer nced at him, his gaze simrly filled with envy. ... Ive never heard of it too, yet Ive seen it for myself today. Are you guys praising me? Xiao was speechless. Damn idiot. Old Ning, lets go go go. Xiao and the stats analyzer hugged their little notebooks and went to a side, muttering between themselves, the remaining teammates had heard their conversation earlier and animatedly leaned over. Nuo said, How long has it been since we yed as five, lets go for one match? Lets get some idea of how extraordinary NoHomo has be. Heng: Comee, lets have a match with the few of us. Well let Xiaofei try in the next one. Mo Huaifeng: Sure, lets go. They did not give Ji Zhiyao a chance to refuse and directly dragged him onto the five-man hearse. Another hour passed. K: Eh! Heng: Miraculous! Nuo: Its the same nine years ofpulsory education, why are you so good? Mo Huaifeng: Switch to Xiaofei, another one. Ji Zhiyao was speechless for a moment. Thus, it was another hour. K: Not bad not bad, the title of the top Chinese eSports team is ours! Xiaofei: Brother, exactly what elixir have you eaten? Give me two as well, Im still so lousy as of now! Nuo: If someone were to ask me how it feels to be in Mix battleteam, only two words can express it, Carried, fortable! Mo Huaifeng: Finally, you do not need me to carry anymore. Ji Zhiyao was speechless for a moment. ... When he realized that these five people were still eager to drag him into another match, Ji Zhiyao begged directly. Brothers, can you guys consider that Ive just returned, dont be so brutal towards me please! Mo Huaifeng: Your physical fitness is too weak, little rookie. Ji Zhiyao aggrievedly feigned ignorance, finding a video from the previous national qualifiers to watch. He thought to himself, Im not here, not listening, dont know anything! ... After a few days, when the stats analyzer and Xiao realized that Ji Zhiyaos standards had basically stabilized, they approached the coach and drafted a newer training n for Ji Zhiyao through the night. Ji Zhiyao was different from the other members of Mix, inparison, his training duration was still little, his ying style and understanding of himself had yet to form. He had reached a new level in terms of technique under such condition, so he needed more enhanced training. At the same time, the coach also sent a little gaming software to train hand speed and vision, telling him that when he was tired from training everyday, he could y this more, it would be very beneficial for his reaction. Ji Zhiyao heeded their advice. He was working even harder, so hard that during this period of time as long as they saw the physiotherapist appearing at the base, everyone would naturally assume that he was here for Ji Zhiyao. They all knew that such a method was a short-run overdraft and might cause some bad effects on the wrist. Yet no one urged him, instead they silently supported him. They all understood this feeling. If some day, a professional yers skill level could reach the stage where it could contribute to the battleteam and not be a burden, he would put in the greatest effort, wanting to maximize this contribution. This way would he not let down this eSports career that he loved, and his battleteam. ... Saturday morning, S Universitys affiliated high school. Ji Qingge hugged a huge pile of papers and wasughing and talking while walking with her desk mate to the front gates of the school. Her peripherals suddenly caught a familiar person leaning beside the sign at the gates,zily watching her. Ji Qingge pped her forehead. Ji Zhiyao said that he would take her to Mix base to y today, and she had almost forgotten about it. Ji Zhiyao who abruptly appeared at the school attracted the looks of too many girls, Ji Qingge even sensed that the gaze of her desk mate was consciously or not darting towards that side. Ji Qingge quickly apologized to her desk mate and under the gazes of everyone, dashed towards Ji Zhiyao. Ji Zhiyao took the big bag on her back, weighting it in his hands, then revealed a surprised look. Heh, its pretty heavy. What did you put inside? Ji Qingge stuffed the papers into his arms as well, exhaling deeply. Guide book, textbook, and the set of 5-3 papers that you gifted me. Ji Zhiyao coughed. This set of 5 years series of Year 3 mock papers was from Ji Qingges birthdayst year when he didnt know what to buy and stuffed this directly to her. Seems like she was still bearing the grudge in her heart... His conscience suddenly hurt. Ji Zhiyao opened the back door of the taxi for Ji Qingge, then sat into the passenger seat himself, saying to the driver, The same way back, thank you. Ji Qingge sat in the back seat, asking out of sudden curiosity, Brother, didnt you say that you all inte-addicted youths dont wake up till the afternoon? Me going directly to your base like this doesnt seem very appropriate. Its fine, I want to let you see how their solemn and serious manners are all pretended. Society is filled with evil, make sure you dont get fooledter on. Chapter 118

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios ... Youre really a clever little child. Ji Zhiyao swung his leg back and forth, finding no fault with his own logic. S Universitys Affiliated High School was quite a distance from Mix base. There was traffic in the area of the school, and the driver drove for almost three hours before they arrived. Ji Zhiyao carried Ji Qingges belongings and alighted. The base was very quiet, so quiet that it was as if no one had lived in it before. Ji Zhiyao knew that such a situation was mostly because all his teammates were still asleep. He left Ji Qingges bag on the sofa, saying, You sit here for a while, Ill go find get you something to drink. Ji Qingge nodded. Okay. Ji Qingge obediently sat on the sofa, her gaze curious as she examined the decor of the base all around. When she had done a whole circle, she happened to meet eyes with K who was walking down the stairs looking confused with his birds nest hair. The moment K saw Ji Qingge, his eyes that were narrowed into slits widened. Both of them shared eye contact for two seconds, K shrieked and went up the stairs, stumbling and crawling. Ji Qingge was speechless. Ji Zhiyao returned holding a ss of juice, passing it to Ji Qingge, he asked, slightly curious. What sound was that just now? Ji Qingge kept a straight face, replying, It seemed like your teammate came downstairs, forgot something and went up again. Ji Zhiyao made a sound of understanding, unsuspecting that the truth was another matter. Last night he has told his teammates that he was going to bring his sister to the base for a visit, they all expressed that they warmly wee her. Hence, he did not think that there had been some ident. After a while, Ji Qingge took a sip of juice, saying emotionally, Brother, your teammates... are all quite energetic huh. Huh? Ji Zhiyao wanted to show Ji Qingge his room, but considering that they were six big boys upstairs and hed never know if someone might suddenly walk out. It wasnt too proper; thus he could only drop the idea. There were no televisions at the base and there werent any other games other than Heroes on hisputer. Therefore, Ji Zhiyao nced slightly dazedly at Ji Qingge, asking, What do you want to y? Ji Qingge had no reply. Did he want her to be direct that she wanted to see if the few other people were bullying her brother? Its noon, Ill order a takeaway for you first, what do you feel like having? ... Oh yes, it just came to my mind, Captains Ludo set is over there, Ill y a game of Ludo with you? Captain? Youre referring to Fi-god? His Ludo set? Yeah, whats wrong? You dont want to y? Ji Qingges gaze instantly became difficult to express in a few words. Hence the next time K came downstairs, the sight that met him was that of Ji Zhiyao with his butt stuck out ying Ludo with his sister, Ji Qingge. Only Ji Qingges expression was extremely subtle, looking at her own brother like she was looking at a stranger. Ji Zhiyao turned his head, seeing K, he instantly became excited. K, help me to go collect the takeaway please. Why are you dressed so neatly? You knew you were going to go out to help me collect my takeaway? And why are your ears red, are you feeling hot? K smiled gently. NoHomo, are you the book of ten thousand questions? If you wish to get beaten up, feel free to continue with your questions. Ji Zhiyao felt very aggrieved, but seeing Ks gentlemanly manner with no sideways nces after greeting Ji Qingge, he became happy at once. Ill stop talking, please help me to collect my takeaway. Got it. Will waiting two minutes starve you or what? It wont starve me, but it will starve my sister. K was helpless and left the house to collect the takeaway. Ji Qingge watched on silently at the side, feeling that it was a total miracle that her brother had not been beaten to death. When Ji Zhiyao was done serving his little sister lunch, all his littlepanions upstairs had all came down. However, except Mo Huaifeng, the rest of them seemed to havepletely forgotten that Ji Qingge wasing to the base. Fortunately, it was winter now, everyones pajamas were all very thick, instead of those oversized pants and short singlets kind of clothes. Otherwise, Ji Zhiyao, this invisible sis-con did not know what irrational things he might have done. Mo Huaifeng on the other hand, had changed into daily wear, sweater and long pants. Hed even tidied his hair simply, looking extremely handsome. Nuo tugged Mo Huaifengs hair, making the tsk sound twice. Captain, it cant be that you tidied yourself up so nicely because Xiaoqing sister wasing right, simply too conniving, scheming b*tch. Ji Zhiyao on hearing that, his gaze like a pair of sharp des turned right on Mo Huaifeng. Yet Mo Huaifeng only calmly replied dont spout nonsense, then very naturally handed the ss with a straw in it that he was holding to Ji Zhiyao. Ji Zhiyao took the ss with a habitual manner, smacking his mouth as he took two sips. Ji Qingge looked carefully at the ss, it was as if she could vaguely catch the smell of soda mixed with refreshing lemon, her heart couldnt help but sink Her brother liked to pour his 7Up into a ss to drink, with a straw, and ice must be added, no matter the season. But because it was too troublesome, the overlyzy him only drank it like this a few times in the entire year. Whereas looking at everyone in Mix, they either didnt see, or those who saw did not say anything, obviously already used to Mo Huaifeng preparing drinks for her brother. Ji Qingge suddenly had an ill feeling. Having stayed at Mix base for a good half of the afternoon, Ji Qingge brought up leaving. Ji Zhiyao was very worried about as he asked, How are you going back? I saw that there are public buses outside the base, Ill just take the bus back. Ji Zhiyao thought of the time, the bus would take about three hours to reach his house, by then, the sky wouldve been dark, Ji Qingge was a girl, it wasnt safe at all. Hence he said, Give me a moment, Ill take you home. Mo Huaifeng who had heard the whole conversation suddenly spoke up. Ill take her. The remaining members could not help but froze and stared at him, Mo Huaifeng acted as if he had not seen them. Ji Zhiyao examined his Captain from top to bottom and heard him speak leisurely, With a to and fro for you, itll be night time when you return? Are you not going to train in the evening? Also its too cold outside, if I drive, itll be warm and fast. That sounded like it was very reasonable. Ji Qingge suddenly spoke up, Brother, if Fi-god doesnt find it troublesome, then let Fi-god take me. Ill call you when I get home. Ji Zhiyao was a little hesitant. Captain... Hm? I only have this one sister, please dont steal her. ... Mo Huaifeng thought calmly that the one he wanted to steal, was obviously Ji Zhiyao. Mo Huaifeng picked up his car keys, stood up and like Ji Zhiyao, carried her bag for Ji Qingge, then said, Ill drive you, lets go. Thank you Fi-god. Ji Qingge said her thanks and waved to Ji Zhiyao. Brother, Im going. Ji Zhiyao walked her all the way out of the vi, then watched as Mo Huaifengs sports car went further and further. The moment he could not see the car anymore, Ji Zhiyao suddenly felt astutely... The posture that he was leaning on the door with, was especially like a block of Amah rock [1. named after the faithful wife of a fisherman who climbed the hills everyday with her son to watch for the return of her husband, not knowing that he had drowned at sea.] Chapter 119

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios He didnt know who he was gazing at. That was too strange. The car had not driven too far, when Ji Qingge suddenly opened her mouth and called, Fi-god. Mo Huaifeng nced at her through the rear-view mirror and didnt find anything amiss. Ji Qingges reply was as if she wouldnt give up if she didnt shock someone. You like my brother? ... If this matter was discovered by Ji Zhiyao himself, Ji Zhiyao definitely wouldnt be this straightforward in questioning. Yet Ji Qingge wasnt familiar with Mo Huaifeng, and who knows there might not be any chance for them to meet again. She would ask directly, and even if it was a wrong guess, Mo Huaifeng wouldnt feel too awkward. She desperately wanted an answer right now. Mo Huaifeng seemed to have been taken by surprise, after a while, he said, Mm. Admitting it? Ji Qingge suddenly felt like she should be a sorceress, whatever guess she made was urate. Although she already had a sense of foreboding, but having the party involved admit it so directly made it a little difficult for her to ept it. After rxing for a while, she then spurted out, Do you feel tired liking a unicellr organism? ... Still alright. Ji Qingge patted her chest, muttering to herself, No, I need to calm down for a bit. Another few minutes passed, not sure what she had thought of, Ji Qingge suddenly smiled, her tone was filled with pride. Though youre curved, I must admit, your taste is not too bad. Thank you. Ji Qingge looked at the rearview mirror and realized that though Mo Huaifeng had been exposed as gay by her, his expression remained unchanged. No matter what, this calmness made her rather impressed. Hence she thought for a minute and suddenly asked curiously, Does my brother know? Have you confessed to him? Mo Huaifeng shook his head. Then youre not very efficient. My brother hangs around you everyday, dont you feel bad just watching him? She added, Be careful that he then gets stolen by someone else someday. Mo Huaifeng shook his head, not answering her question, only asking, You dont object? Normally speaking, peopleing out of the closet would be most afraid of their familys disapproval. But as it seems right now, not only was Ji Qingge not objecting, she was even in high spirits. Whats there for me to object to? As long as my brother is happy, why does it matter if its a guy or girl? Because of this sentence, Mo Huaifeng nced deeply at her, with all seriousness. Then he heard Ji Qingge babble that was stemming from slightly groundless worries. Actually what you should be more worried about are my parents... but theyre doctors, they should be more open-minded than other people, then again maybe not... they might break my brothers legs, together with his third one... You know quite a lot. Thanks, I just know my general knowledge. Ji Qingge then sighed, sounding like a little old grandma. Ive long expected that Ji Zhiyao would go down this path! Which boy at his age wouldnt have any interest in girls? One look would tell that he was a damn gay! Towards the end, her emotions suddenly became agitated, shocking Mo Huaifeng so that he almost mmed on the brakes. But you liking him, there would be enough suffering for you. Yet Mo Huaifeng became interested. He had been troubled over being unable to find a chance to make his move on Ji Zhiyao. It wasnt easy to meet an inside man, of course he had to get his answers. Why do you say that? Hes slow, but especially clear-cut when he rejects other people. If not, why would I say he is unicellr? Without waiting for Mo Huaifeng to ask more questions, Ji Qingge continued on. Actually my brother is quite good-looking. Ever since he started going to school, the number of little girls who chased after him was uncountable. But no matter how they looked, as long as they confessed, most of them would be rejected by my brother right away. I still remember an especially interesting incident, at that time my brother had just started middle school, his teacher gave him a female desk mate. During Christmas, the girl gifted my brother a box of heart-shaped choctes, that brand was one that my brother quite liked, he thanked her and ate the choctes, until the end, did he realized that there was a confession note at the bottom of the box. My brothers face almost turned blue, he didnt finish his lessons, directly asked for leave, returned home to take money and went off to buy choctes. After buying he hurried back to school and returned the choctes and note to his desk mate. Imagining little Ji Zhiyao being so anxious, the corner of Mo Huaifengs lips could not help but lift. Simply too cute. Ji Qingge took a few nces at him, asking, Fi-god, you liking my brother, what kind of liking is it? Mo Huaifeng thought very seriously, even his expression became much gentler. After a while, the corner of his mouth lifted slightly. Finding that no matter when, he is always very cute. Ji Qingge also turned slightly blue. What kind of description was that? Shouldnt he say something like hes my little darling, hes the only one l will love in this life or promises like I want to spend my whole life with him? Mo Huaifeng smiled and did not speak. Finding no matter when, he is always very cute, wanting to give him the whole, yet also could not help but want to see him stomping angrily; wanting to hide him away, wanting to let him call out his name with red eyes... If he had said all these, he was afraid Ji Qingge would think that he was a pervert. Mo Huaifeng spun the steering wheel and stopped the car, calling out, Were here. Ji Qingge looked out through the window, Ling Shan Apartment stood outside the window. She touched her own school bag, right after, as if being determined about something, pulled out a phone and found her WeChat QR code, saying with a smile, Fi-god, lets exchange contact details. Ji Zhiyao finished a match, his phone that was on the table suddenly sounded with a notification for text message. He quickly dropped his mouse and checked his phone. [Qingge: Brother, Im home. Train hard, Ille visit you again next time.] Ji Zhiyao was then put at ease, replying a [mm]. Heng who was the closest to him had the clearest view, he snorted, NoHomo, dont be so uneasy about Captain. Though Captain bullies you all the time, he wouldnt kidnap your sister. Ji Zhiyao was embarrassed as he touched his hair, exining, I know, but I just cant be too at ease, Ji Qingge is too mischievous. Xiao made a hmm sound from the back, his fingers touching his jaw, looking like he was thinking. Actually I think its pretty weird, why did Captain wake up so early today and even put in effort to dress up. Now that we think about it, does Captain have some ideas about Xiaoqing sister? Nuo agreed. Now that youve said it, it is very suspicious. NoHomo, what do you think? Ji Zhiyao was startled. I think it shouldnt be... Nuo added on, But our Captain is indeed a good single male, hes handsome, rich, good personality, doesnt mess with fans, and has a bright future. Hes not bad. Xiao teased. Comrade NoHomo who has a big chance of bing Captains future brother-inw, would you like to consider it carefully? Ji Zhiyao was speechless. Chapter 120

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Although he knew that these few teammates were the type to mess around and tease from time to time, Ji Zhiyao still couldnt control himself and allowed his mind to freely wonder about what he should do if Mo Huaifeng really had ideas about his sister. Then he realized, this was rather difficult, he felt especially ufortable deep down, and did not want to continue mulling it over at all. Could it be his sis-con mentality at mischief? But Captain was an exceptionally eligible man, what was there for him to be worried about? Ji Zhiyao yed several matches alone with his soul out of his body, an unknown period of timeter, he heard a voiceing from behind him. If you have such results for the national qualifiers, I will definitely beat you till you cant walk out the door. Ji Zhiyao turned back and as expected saw Mo Huaifeng with a nk and long face. Then he looked towards theputer screen like he had awakened from a dream, realizing that he had been losing the whole afternoon, his worst result was 1/9/2. The worst result he had gotten ever since he became a professional yer. Even Ji Zhiyao himself frowned in disdain. What is this? Mo Huaifeng lifted his hand and gave him a knock on the head with his knuckles. You were the one to produce these results, who should I ask if youre asking me? Mo Huaifeng sat down beside him, Ji Zhiyao could not hold back and leaned over, suppressing it for a long time before he managed to blurt out a one-liner question. Captain, youve sent Ji Qingge home safely? Mo Huaifeng nced at him weirdly after hearing that. Shes home. Did your sister not inform you? She did, she did. Then what was the point of your question? Probing on the edge of conscience. What? Ji Zhiyao was tongue-tied, he also wanted to know what. Was he supposed to directly ask his Captain do you have designs on my sister? Then he wouldnt be standing on the edge of conscience but continuously probing on the edge of getting beaten up. Ji Zhiyao shook his head. Never mind, let him observe for a while more before acting. Mo Huaifeng was seated beside him, through his peripherals, he saw Ji Zhiyao with a mournful countenance one moment, then shaking his head the next, a smile unbearably tugging at the corner of his lips. Virtually a drama queen. His phone suddenly indicated that he had received a message, Mo Huaifeng took two nces at it then spoke up, The clubs side is asking about the style of our team uniform for the national qualifiers this year, what do you guys think? Yuan Wei happened to walk in, saying, Captain, you saw the text too? I came here to talk to you guys about this matter. The national qualifiers officially begin in September, all of you can start to think about how you want the team uniform to be and when its made you can try it on and alter wherever is not suitable. Oh yes, theres also the publicity stills, that will be taken in June, not urgent as of now. So how do you want your team uniform to be? Same as the current one? K: Reject. Heng: Reject. Xiao: Reject. Nuo: Reject. Xiaofei lifted his head and looked at the four people before him who had already expressed their opinion, then swiftly nced at the expressionless Mo Huaifeng, atst deciding to follow his heart. Ill reject too. Mo Huaifeng spoke then, Are you guys rebelling? Yuan Weiughed, The banner of revolt should have been raised long ago, well done. Ji Zhiyao was confused, he had joined Mix battleteam in autumn and did not have the summer team uniform, he also wondered about the kind of team uniform that Mo Huaifeng madest summer that made these people so resentful. K was of no help. Its difficult to put it all in a few words. Nuo exined then. Our Captain chose real silk for the materialst year, actually this material is not too bad, looks very ssy and its cooling. However, summer came and we perspire more, when our uniform bes wet, its a entire patch of wetness, on top of that, the sizes were slightly tight... Xiao continued. But Captain was different from us bunch of ordinary coy b*tches, he doesnt perspire much and hes tall, so he stood out nicely, that disposition, was as b*tchy as it could be. Heng butted in. So I always thought that this was the reason why I dont have a fan club. Ji Zhiyao was speechless for a moment. ... Brother, are you guys thinking a little too much? Even if Captains uniform was all wet, he would still be more sophisticated than you guys. K covered his ears. Stop talking Im not listening. Also, the fans filters are really scary. Ji Zhiyao was very speechless. These few people seemed to be living in a dream. Mo Huaifeng shrugged. Since this is the case, you guys decide the team uniform for this year, I have no opinion at all. Hence the others very happily took on this task. Hence, when Ji Zhiyao was having dinner, he could still hear those few people gathering together murmuring, continuously engaged in the discussion. He nced speechless at Mo Huaifeng who was eating quietly, baffled as to why his teammates were extremely enthusiastic about discussing their team uniform. It was undoubtedly an awfully troublesome matter. Yet Mo Huaifeng had misunderstood him. You can go over and join in the discussion. Ji Zhiyao resolutely rejected him, his head shaking till it almost looked like a rattle drum. Forget it, Im toozy. Ill wear whatever they make. Youre really easy-going. Seeing how they look like theyre itching to go out and fight it out... Its better to be more easy-going, at the very least its not tiring. You make sense. Everyone in Mix battleteam with the exception of Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyao debated over the summer season team uniform all the way till the afternoon of the third day, Nuo then, while yawning, conveyed their requests to Yuan Wei. White cotton t-shirt and red and white jacket, team logo at the front, embroidered minimized version of the red g with five stars on the shoulder... Thats all? Thats all. For requirements that make up just this one sentence, you guys could discuss for two whole days? Simplify things, this is the fundamental thinking of Taoism, do you know it or not? Which taoist school is simplify things from, the one you guys just established yesterday? Ah! Its about the same meaning, as long as you understand it. I actually dont quite understand. What red g with five stars are you stitching for the national qualifiers, shouldnt that be done only at the international league? Arent you afraid of people calling you arrogant if you do it now. Anyhow, we will definitely make it. Its fine, go ahead boldly. Thus Yuan Wei brought their requests and went to the club. ... End of February, the bandages on Xiaos wrist werepletely removed. The skin underneath the bandages be extremely fair due to not seeing light for more than two months. Even under light, no signs of stitches could be seen. Xiao moved his own wrist, looking slightly excited. Ji Zhiyao was full of smiles behind him. Brother Xiao, dont be anxious about looking at it. Try ying a match first. Xiao nodded, then threw several nces at his other teammates in the training room who looked like they were gaming, but were actually listening to the happenings at this side with their ears perked, and grinned widely. Okay. Xiao gripped the mouse and opened the Heroes client. He started a normal level game against bots. Ji Zhiyao could see very clearly behind him, Xiaos professional standards were not in the least bit worn out, his awareness was also still present, but his hand speed was average. The movement of his left wrists was evidently slower, and quite a few times he could not keep up with his abilities and allowed his opponent to get away. Chapter 121

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios This solo match against a bot ended in 20 minutes. Results of the match shed out, Xiao won by a small margin. Ji Zhiyao asked, Brother, how does your hand feel? Still alright, now it hurts a little. I reckon the use of my hand cannot exceed this duration for the time being. Although he was smiling, but there was obvious sadness deep in his eyes. Seeing such a gaze, Ji Zhiyaos heart involuntarily tightened. He understood. As one of the high ranking junglers locally, now that it had be so hard for him to just y a game against bots, he must be very upset deep down. The rest of the team not gathering to watch Xiao y the bot match, was also probably not to make him feel even worse. Ji Zhiyao pretended to be unaffected, patting Xiaos shoulder and saying, Come, Brother Xiao, well go let the physiotherapist take a look. Xiao nodded, he had just taken off his bandage and had to take notes after using his wrist everyday. But he held back Ji Zhiyao, smiling as he said, Its not like my legs cant work, I can go find the physiotherapist by myself. You stay here and do your training, Ill be right back. Ji Zhiyao replied with an okay. After Xiao left the training room, Ji Zhiyao sighed and gripped his mouse, preparing to enter a ranked match. But heard Mo Huaifeng say, Hes gotten past the surgery, he will definitely get better. Ji Zhiyao nced inquiringly at Mo Huaifeng, he was watching the gaming video on his screen, looking so peaceful like he hadnt spoken earlier... Ji Zhiyao smiled, then said, Mm. Everything will get better. Both Xiaos injury, and their battleteam. ... Two dayster, Yuan Wei carrying arge ck bag, pushed open the door of the training room with great difficulty, Our team uniforms are here,e try them on. Everyone who was still absorbed in their ranked matches stood up and walked towards Yuan Wei in session, not caring if they were halfway through their games as they opened the bag and looked for the clothes. Right at the top were seven white t-shirts, whereas at the bottom were thin jackets. The physique of all the members of Mix battleteam were simr, so they chose L for their sizes. Except for Mo Huaifeng, he was tall, so his clothes were one sizerger. Ji Zhiyao looked at the size of the t-shirt, finding that it was slightlyrger and so didnt not remove his sweater and put on the shirt over it. Yuan Weimented as he watched them. So handsome. Heng, you have to take note of your figure, if you gain another one kg your beer belly would be showing, do you still want to have fans? Wait till when were about to take the publicity stills then Ill start dieting. Everyone wasughing and joking, especially happy. The moment the team uniform was put on, it gave one a totally different feeling. It was a special sense of belonging. Ji Zhiyao stroked the team logo on the chest of his t-shirt with a cherishing touch, hearing Yuan Wei say, Quickly try on the jackets too, see if there is anywhere unsuitable. Hence everyone quickly pulled on their jackets. Dressing so thickly in the house where the heating was very adequate was really a little too warm, after everybody tried on the clothes and found the problems, they removed them again, folding a few times and reced them into the bag. You guys pack your own uniform, dont forget where you stuff it and when you pull it out again its all crumpled. Yuan Wei finished instructing like a mother, turning to Ji Zhiyao and asking, NoHomo, are you starting school soon? Ji Zhiyao nodded. Yes, school starts next week. Okay, I got it. When youre back do discuss your training timings with Old Ning and coach, when its nearing the time to take the publicity stills, I will let you know in advance. No problem. Each of them brought their uniforms to their rooms, then went downstairs and began training. Todays training method was slightly more interesting, the stats analyzer was the one who came up with it: Use a randomizer to divide Mix internally for 1v1 and 3v3 matches. As Mo Huaifengs individual capability was too strong, and the problem of Nuos support champions being weaker in attack, both of them did not take part in the randomly arranged 1v1 matches. Hence, K, Heng, Xiaofei, Ji Zhiyao, four of them drew lots, atst it was decided that Heng would go against Xiaofei and K against Ji Zhiyao. Whereas for the 3v3 teams, the stats analyzer decided right away, Mo Huaifeng, Nuo and Heng in a team, Xiaofei, K and Ji Zhiyao in another. ying against teammates allowed one to be clearer about their teammates current standard and gaming habits, making it easier to work together in the future. Whereas the training style of forming different teams was to nurture the synergy and different ways of countering for the Mix members, and was also a more useful form and training. Heng and Xiaofeis match wasnt as worth watching as K and Ji Zhiyaos, after all, both of them were midners and Xiaofei was Hengs reserve. Both of them knew each other very well. Whereas K and Ji Zhiyao was different, seriously speaking, this was their first time ying head-on against the other, both felt eager and excited. K: NoHomo, when you loseter you can just call me daddy, please dont cry yeah. Ji Zhiyao: This was also what I wanted to say to you, the waves behind ride on the ones before, the new generation excels the old, though I joined the team a littleter, its enough for me to beat you into a retard. The match had yet to begin and the guns were already zing between them. Nuo brought out a pile of his personal stash of melon seeds, splitting into two sides with the rest of the team as they stood behind K and Ji Zhiyao to watch the show. Mo Huaifeng and Xiaofei stood behind Ji Zhiyao, while Heng and Nuo cheered for K. Xiao became the judge and announced the start of the match. As a topner, K has to resist the opposing ADC and support in the long term and was stronger in terms of resisting pressure; while Ji Zhiyao was a jungler with an aggressive style, his ability to control the pace of the game was top-notch. Putting two such people against each other, nobody knew what would happen. In the first few minutes of the match, K very steadily waited for his champion to level; while Ji Zhiyao was also calm, leisurely killing minions while observing Ks movements. What made the rest of them very surprised was, both of them were in a standoff for a while, K lost patience and made the first move towards Ji Zhiyao. Xiaofei didnt really understand that and asked Mo Huaifeng in a soft voice, Captain, K has always been very steady, why was he so impatient this time? Mo Huaifengs voice was low and deep. K is very smart, he figured out that NoHomo is waiting to drag the match till ater stage when his level is developed and fight him with abilities head on. Ks strength is that he is very good with defense of turrets, but fighting solely based on abilities, he was still slightly weaker. K had indeed thought that way. At first he wanted to wait for Ji Zhiyao to take the initiative to attack and reveal his ws, but he did not expect that Ji Zhiyao would start to drag the game like him. The circumstances were very disadvantageous for him, he could not sit still and await his doom. Hence K began attacking experimentally, a few hits with barely any damage, while Ji Zhiyao merely dodged when Ks abilities were about to hit him and did not adopt other measures. K was a little anxious now. He took a few steps back, finished the minions then met the assassin under Ji Zhiyaos control head-on. Both their levels werent high, Ji Zhiyao did not attack but retreated into his turret. K could not do anything to him and also could not rush into his turret when he did not have any minions. Chapter 122

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Hence he muttered in a low voice, controlling his own champion to turn in circles at the front. A momentter, a new wave of minions were spawned, both of them leveled up and unlocked their ultimate abilities. Before K could use his abilities, Ji Zhiyao managed to lock him down first. Following that was a set ofbined abilities, and Ks health dropped steeply. When he was left with a trifle of health, Ji Zhiyao, with two strikes of auto-attacks, took his first kill. Heng who stood behind K was helpless as he lowered his voice and said to Nuo, Why does it feel like this fellow K has lost his senses, had he forgotten that he could remain under the turret, he actually rushed forward. I feel its because NoHomo was too fast, he wasnt able to move in time. Too tragic. Yet K did not have much of an expression, when he had respawned and the new wave of minions spawned, he suddenly became the Mix battleteam Trademark K, King of Turret Defense once more, his ying style turningposed. On the contrary, Ji Zhiyao seated opposite him was as if he had been possessed by the K in the first few minutes of the game, he began to be aggressive, even wanting to dive the turret for a forced kill several times, but there wasnt once where he seeded. K even lifted his head and nced at Ji Zhiyaos expression, finding that he was still the same, his brows rxed, even joined by a vague smile... K realized that he could not figure out what exactly was on Ji Zhiyaos mind. One was unable to charge into the turret, the other wouldnt leave the turret no matter what, the match became a stalemate for a while. Another few waves of minions were spawned, both of them leveled up once more. Only because he kept staying under the turret this time, half of the opposing minions were killed off by the turret, Ks level was one level beneath Ji Zhiyaos. But K was already awaiting his doom. The newly spawned minions gathered in the middlene, Ji Zhiyao wiped out Ks minions, leaving his own minions tottering with him towards the turret. Minions tanked damage, Ji Zhiyao fought K one on one. K put up a stiff fight, when he was left with a shred of his health, his turret had finally cleared the opposing wave of minions, he withdrew back into the turret right away. Ji Zhiyao also did not have much health left. He circled the turret twice, knowing that he could not dive the turret for a forced kill, retreated and recalled back to his fountain to regain his health. K had already broken out in a cold sweat. Just a little more, his second death would had been handed over directly. Despite so, his turret was already half destroyed by Ji Zhiyao, with one more wave of attacks it would cease to exist. K thought for a moment and clicked directly on surrender. K: Lets stop ying, stop ying, if we continue ying I will end up losing to you sooner orter. Then where will my reputation as the local servers number one king of turret defense go? ... Out of so many times of solo yed, K was the first person he encountered to surrender without the slightest hesitation. Mo Huaifeng was still here, wouldnt he get into trouble being like this? This thought of Ji Zhiyao had just shed across his mind and he heard Mo Huaifengs icy voiceing from behind him. Chen Bai, you get over here. K: Captain, I know I was wrong. Please do away with this character building education, leave some face for me. You had the nerve to surrender, what face do you still want? Come here. Thus K followed dejectedly behind Mo Huaifeng, both of them left the training room together. Ji Zhiyao wanted to listen in, but found Mo Huaifeng very thoughtfully stretching out his hand and closing the door of the training room. Mo Huaifeng was lecturing K, he was in the middle of it when he saw Ji Zhiyao franticallying out of the training room, because he was in such a hurry, even the jacket on him was worn crookedly. Mo Huaifeng asked, Where are you going? Isnt there another 3v3 matchter on? Sorry Captain, my dorm mate called me earlier, something came up, I have to make a trip out quickly. Ive already informed the stats analyzer, we might not be able to y the 3v3 today. He was a little anxious as he spoke, Mo Huaifeng looked at him for a while and nodded expressionlessly. Well see about the 3v3 tomorrow. Remember to call me if anything crops up. Go ahead. Ji Zhiyao replied with an okay and left with hasty steps. Mo Huaifeng watched Ji Zhiyao all the way as he left, then turned to face K whose head was bowed in dejection. Where were we? Continue. K looked panic-stricken. Captain, you already said that I could return to the room! ... Ji Zhiyao had been called away. That wasnt much. What surprised him was that the person to call him was actually Yang Bing. Yang Bing had wailed in anguish on the other end of the call, making so much noise that Ji Zhiyao could hear in his ear was his voice. Pal, I was wrong, I shouldnt have misunderstood you boohoo... Betraying my love, forcing me to leave, when I knew the truth atst my tears fell... Crying till the end, Yang Bing simply began to sing. Ji Zhiyao had question marks all over his face. Although because of Xing Chuxue, he and Yang Bing had not spoken much all the way till the vacation. But Yang Bing was after all his best friend when they had started school and also his dorm mate, Ji Zhiyao really did not feel easy about leaving an obviously drunk Yang Bing alone outside. Ji Zhiyao managed to coax an address from the rather drunk Yang Bing and realized that he was at a barbecue ce not too far from school, with no one else with him, hence Ji Zhiyao could only resign to deciding to make the trip himself. Ji Zhiyao hailed a taxi heading right to the barbecue ce, pushing open the front door, he easily found, Yang Bing, drinking alone. It was dinnertime, there were quite a lot of people at the barbecue ce. But probably because Yang Bing had wailed too loudly earlier, the tables around him were all empty. Seeing this sight, Ji Zhiyao didnt know why he was tempted tough. He lifted his brow, walking over. You evene with the ability to clear up the venue? Hearing his voice, Yang Bing who was so lost in drinking abruptly lifted his head. But he was different from how he had almost hugged Ji Zhiyao and burst into hysterical tears on the phone Seeing him in person, he was obviously very stiff, murmuring, Old Ji, youre here. Ji Zhiyao had already expected that it would be slightly awkward when both of them met, and paid no attention to that as he took a seat opposite Yang Bing, using chopsticks to pick up a piece of peanut, he ate while he asked, What exactly happened, tell me about it? Yang Bing held nothing back as he retold all the happenings from top to bottom. Ji Zhiyao was speechless. Just because you broke up with Xing Chuxue, you came to school to get drunk even before vacation was over? This is a massive hit to my little soul. Sure, whatever you say. Have a drink with me? Ji Zhiyao looked at Yang Bings hand that was shakily raising a ss, and was stunned. Im here to carry you back to school, whats the thing with drinking? He was indeed incapable of holding his liquor, he could only drink two to three bottles of beer at most. If he had gotten drunk with Yang Bing, what were they going to do? Fear not, Old Ning is back too, if we really have no choice he can carry us back to the dorm. I was so foolish previously, letting your sincere advice fall on deaf ears. If you dont drink with me, it means you dont intend on forgiving me. Why was it that regardless of male or female, they all liked to pull such a stunt? Chapter 123

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao was very helpless, darting a nce at the drunken Yang Bing, thinking that he might not be able to get himself drunk, and it seems like he had no choice but to drink in this situation too. Hence he picked up the bottle opener, nimbly opening a bottle of beer for himself, clinking it with Yang Bings bottle. Fine, Ill drink with you. Yang Bing had even ordered food earlier, with quite a lot of it still left on the table. Ji Zhiyao nned to eat while drinking, this way his stomach wouldnt be too ufortable. But Yang Bing was a talkaholic and each time he finished a sentence he would drag Ji Zhiyao to take a sip. Ji Zhiyao was in agony. I know at the start Xing Chuxue was interested in you, when you came to urge, I even felt especially humiliated and didnt want to talk to you. Now that I think about it, I was simply a fool. Come, Old Ji, cheers to brothers! After I fell out with you I felt especially regretful yet was too prideful. What pride do I have? Purely spoiled by myself. Did you have such thoughts too? You dont know how happy I was for you when I went to watch youpete, I felt so proud that I was able to get to know a brother like you. Old Ji, I make a toast to you. A few roundster, there were more and more empty bottles on the table. Ji Zhiyao had started to be tipsy, not knowing how much he had drank. Yang Bing was also knocked out, lying face to face with him on the table, smacking his lips from time to time. After not sure how long, Ji Zhiyao vaguely felt his phone that was in his pocket continuously vibrating. He frowned, muttering in disdain, Stop making noise. A few secondster, it indeed became peaceful in his pocket. Ji Zhiyao was almost about to doze off, but not too long after his phone began vibrating again, Ji Zhiyao moved his fingers, using a great deal of effort before he managed to pull he out. He squinted, sliding his finger across the screen before he saw the caller ID clearly, asking feebly, Hello, who are you? The voice on the other end was low, seeming slightly displeased. Ji Zhiyao, youre drunk? Ji Zhiyao started to giggle. Im not drunk. Captain why are you calling me? Where are you now? Where am I? Im at... at... Ji Zhiyao nkly raised his arm, lifting his hand to poke Yang Bing. Bing, where are we now? Yang Bings face was still buried in the table as he waved his hands in annoyance. Isnt it just the barbecue ce opposite school. Ji Zhiyao spoke confidently into the phone, Yes, Im at the barbecue ce opposite school. Captain Im going to sleep, not gonna talk to you anymore, good night. With that, he didnt even hang up and fell onto the table once more. An hourter. Mo Huaifeng dressed in a ck windbreaker pushed open the door of the barbecue ce, his face as dark as the bottom of a pot. There werent many people left around, Mo Huaifeng spotted Ji Zhiyao who was sleeping soundly while lying on the table at one nce, and another boy who was simrly out cold like him. He was a slight eyesore. Mo Huaifeng narrowed his eyes a little, not in a hurry to go carry Ji Zhiyao but walked to the cashier at the counter. May I know what time do you close? We dont, our ce operates 24/7. That makes things easy to handle. Mo Huaifeng pulled out his phone and gestured in the direction where Ji Zhiyao was at. Their bill please. When he was done settling the bill, Mo Huaifeng walked to that side and used his hand to pat Ji Zhiyao. NoHomo? Ji Zhiyao was motionless. Mo Huaifeng stood for a while and suddenly reached out to hold onto Ji Zhiyaos shoulder, used some strength and straightened him up. Ji Zhiyao was at least 1.8m tall, although he looked slightly skinny, he still weighed quite a bit. It took Mo Huaifeng a great deal of effort to carry him out of the ce, trying his best to be slower with his actions. Up till he threw Ji Zhiyao into the car, Mo Huaifeng bowed his head and took a look, he still wasnt awake. Mo Huaifeng was at ease and focused on driving. Everyone else in the team was in the training room, Mo Huaifeng carried Ji Zhiyao upstairs, pushed open the door to his room and threw him onto the bed. Ji Zhiyao was bounced up and down twice by the bed and almost woke up. The corner of his lips curled, Mo Huaifeng realized that his own mood had be much better. He lowered his head, and caught the strong smell of booze. Hence he frowned again, stepped forward and with a lot of effort, removed Ji Zhiyaos jacket that totally stank. Mo Huaifeng used two fingers to pick up the jacket and entered the bathroom. Before he threw it into the washing machine, he briefly felt the two pockets, after pulling out the phone and wallet, lifted the cover of the washing machine and threw the jacket in. Then holding the phone and wallet, walked out of the bathroom. cing both items on the table, Mo Huaifeng was about to leave but his peripherals suddenly caught a crumpled piece of paper in the slip between the phone cover and the screen. He stopped in his steps, feeling slightly curious. Mo Huaifeng lifted the phone cover by half and lightly tugged on the paper that almost had its corners worn t. It was an autograph. Mo Huaifeng saw the words Xiao, Mix.Xiao on it, his pale lips pursing into a straight line. ... It was yet another morning, the sun was especially bright. Ji Zhiyao used his hand to block before his eyes, finding it useless after doing so for a while, he then decided to get up to close the curtains before he continued sleeping. The moment he sat up, he realized that other than himself, there was the sound of another persons breathing in his ears. Ji Zhiyao was a little confused and finally opened his eyes. This was his room at the base. Not some strange ce, Ji Zhiyao sighed in relief as he turned his head to the side. This nce gave him such a shock that he almost died. There was a person sleeping beside him. Mix battleteams brilliant and resourceful, dearest Captain. Mo Huaifengid on his side with his head resting on his arm, his breathing stable, evidently deep in sleep. His top and pants were both on his body, but two buttons of his top had been undone. Ji Zhiyao rubbed his temples, unable to recall the details of how he returned to the base from the barbecue ce and why Captain was on his bed no matter what. Though there was no need for two guys to avoid suspicion, this was really too shocking. Ji Zhiyao deliberated for a while, yet was unable to resist the sleepiness that quickly hit again. He got out of bed with difficulty and closed the curtains then nced at the space for about one and a half person that was left, excluding Mo Huaifeng on the bed, decisivelyying back down. Doubts could wait till theyd woken up. ... Less than an hourter, Mo Huaifeng opened his eyes. As his sleeping position wasnt thatfortable, there was still some signs of tiredness in his eyes. But when his gaze shifted and caught the person beside him, that bit of tiredness vanishedpletely like melted snow. Feeling the dull sunlight on himself, Mo Huaifeng lifted his head seemingly and saw the curtains that were drawn. He remembered that when they came back yesterday, he hadnt touched the curtains at all. Then... The person beside him who not sure when, had changed his sleeping position was still in deep sleep, Mo Huaifeng twitched the corner of his lips, and as he listened to the even breathing by his ear, closed his eyes once more. Chapter 124

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao wished he could sleep till the end of the world, however he was too hungry, so this goal could only be interrupted as he opened his eyes and prepared to go look for some food. Yet Ji Zhiyao was muddled from his sleep and hadpletely forgotten that he had seen another person beside him when he got up to draw the curtains. Hence when he was shifting towards the edge of the bed, he lifted his foot and kicked an obstacle. Ji Zhiyaos eyes widened abruptly as he sat up. Mo Huaifeng who was woken up by his one kick had a cold and dark expression. What the f*ck Captain whats going on? How did you end up sleeping with me? Were you taking advantage of my delicate state? My innocence is gone? Damn it damn it Yang Bing that bastard, insisting on making me drink with him, hes ruined the rest of my life! Mo Huaifeng asked, What do you mean? Ji Zhiyao finished his rants before he realized that his Captains face was as dark as it could get. rm bells could not help but began ringing in his heart, heughed dryly. Good morning Captain. Mo Huaifeng sat up, his tone slightly mocking as he said, You didnt mean it this way when you were tugging at my sleeves telling me not to go yesterday. Ji Zhiyao carefully observed Mo Huaifengs expression and realized that he didnt seem to be joking, and instantly felt suffocated. Oh my god, what had he done to his innocent and chaste Captain. Yang Bing was totally to be med. Ji Zhiyao bowed his head. Captain,st night I cked outst night, I really dont remember what Ive done, please dont take it to heart. Mo Huaifeng was expressionless. Do you need me to help you recall? First you told me over the phone that you wanted to sleep at the barbecue ce, and you even said good night to me; I drove out to fetch him, you slept like a pig, no matter how you were shaken you wouldnt wake up; at the base I helped you remove your jacket, you tugged on my sleeve like a young bird looking for its mother, not letting me go no matter what... Stop stop stop, Captain stop right there! I was wrong! Thats all I can recall for now, anything else you want to know? I dont want to hear anything! Whereas Mo Huaifengs current expression looked to be slightly mean. He lifted his brow, seeming like he had yet to say his piece. Not despising that I ruined your innocence? Captain, Im really begging you. And Ji Zhiyaos expression indeed didnt look too good, flushing red and turning blue. Mo Huaifeng calmly admired it for a few seconds, before shifting his eyes away, finally letting him off. Got it. Ji Zhiyao sighed in relief. Thanks Captain, for bringing me back yesterday. Oh yes; Captain, wheres my dorm mate? That ce operates 24/7, he was out cold, I didnt care. Hopefully Yang Bing wouldnt scold him... Mo Huaifeng stood, looking like he was about to walk out. But turned back as if he was suddenly reminded of something, picking up a small piece of paper on the table. This fell out from your phone yesterday. Ji Zhiyao dazedly stared at the little slip of paper in Mo Huaifengs hands from afar,pletely unable to remember why he had stuffed this in his phone cover. Up till he took it and nced at the content on it, did everythinge back to him. This was from my first time meeting Brother Xiao, he gave it to me. I was afraid of losing it then, so I just stuffed it into my phone cover. Mo Huaifeng recalled that incident, and asked, You guys met in Silver Throne? Huh? Yeah. Captain how did you know? I dont just know, I even identally became boasting target to whom Xiao boasted about himself encountering a fan. ... Then youre pretty pitiful. Seeing the unconcealed gloat over his misfortune on Ji Zhiyaos face, Mo Huaifeng almost revealed that he had met him at Silver ce, but in the end Mo Huaifeng managed to hold it back, pushing open the door to leave. Quickly tidy up, prepare to go downstairs for training. Ji Zhiyao yawned and replied, Okay. When Ji Zhiyao stepped out of the bathroom, he saw an unfamiliar ck windbreaker on the sofa. He checked the size which further confirmed his thought that the windbreaker belongs to Captain. Ji Zhiyao had intended to throw it directly into the washing machine, butter realized that there were still a pair of car keys and a lighter in the pockets of the windbreaker. Hence he removed the items and went next door to knock on the door of Mo Huaifeng and Nuos room. The one to open the door was Nuo whose eyes were drowsy with sleep. It was evident that he had just woken up, his words slightly unclear. NoHomo? Whats up? Wheres Captain? His car keys and lighter are here, Im here to return them to him. With that, Ji Zhiyao saw that Nuos eyes had lit up. Captain went to shower. Last night Captain went out to fetch you, I didnt see hime back even tillte in the night. I texted Captain, he said he wasnting back to the room to sleep. Now his belongings are with you... I seemed to have discovered some secret, will I be silenced? Ji Zhiyao didnt know whether tough or cry. What secret? I was drunkst night and messed around, Captain took care of me for a bit. Ive known Captain for more than two years, this is my first time hearing that he knows how to take care of someone. Hows it, do you feel a kind of concern thates from daddy? Ji Zhiyao ignored him, shaking the car keys and lighter before him as he said, Help me let Captain know Im leaving these two in the living room. Sure. You should go shower quickly, even I can smell the booze on you. Ji Zhiyao leaned into his clothes and sniffed the smell on his body, then thanked Nuo for his reminder. He finished showering and went downstairs, finding that there was only Xiaofei and Xiao in the living room. Xiaofei was in a match alone, whereas Xiao was still training his hand with bots. Ji Zhiyao greeted them, then sat before hisputer, shook his head and began a match. He had logged in an alternate ount, username LittleBoyWhoLikeMelonRind, it was his newest ount which he was intending to use to bully rookies in bronze ranked games. But he had not long yed for long before Ji Zhiyao distinctly felt that, he was the one being bullied. He had not yed lower ranked matches for a really long and totally did not imagine that he would meet a bunch of rookie teammates who dont know a single bit about teamwork and y as they like, but are also great at cursing at people. After several matches, Ji Zhiyao virtually felt like puking. Were all bronze ranked games now this awful? He leaned into his chair, and understood after thinking for a moment. The winter vacation had yet to endpletely, the primary school students were probably not back in school yet. But speaking about school... Counting the days, in another two to three days, he would be starting school. Thinking of the days toe with training and studying to be bnced, Ji Zhiyao felt a little like he had nothing to live for anymore. And the national qualifiers that would begin in September, at the very most, there was half a years time left... Mix battleteam, has to qualify with the rank of number one locally to be worthy of its capabilities and all of the members continuous hard work. Many thoughts shed across his mind, Ji Zhiyao straightened up, logged onto his main ount and started a match. A few hourster, everyone hade down from upstairs. Chapter 125

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The stats analyzer said, Just nice, you all owed a 3v3 from yesterday. Lets y it now. Hence Mo Huaifeng opened a custom room and added the remaining five of them into it. Just like how it was settled yesterday, Mo Huaifeng, Nuo, Heng would form a team and Ji Zhiyao, K, Xiaofei another. Nuo and Xiaofei were each the weakness of their team, so both of them were ced on the topne. Nuo as a support, was better at surviving, whereas Xiaofeis attack ability was much stronger than Nuo. Middlene, K faced Heng. Bottomne, Ji Zhiyao was up against Mo Huaifeng. The jungle for a 3v3 match wasnt big, Ji Zhiyao was slightly worried that it would be difficult for him to even tie with Mo Huaifeng based on skills only. But there basically wouldnt be much change at the othernes, so hisne was the most crucial. If he had let Mo Huaifeng pass easily, they might just directly lose the match. And facing Mo Huaifeng in the samene now, was different from their solo previously. Other than having teammates now, this time round Mo Huaifeng definitely would not let down his guard. The moment Ji Zhiyao appeared he was terrorized by Mo Huaifeng and could only scramble back into the turret, as he had almost sent himself to his death. This led to him missing out on some minions and falling behind Mo Huaifeng by several hundreds of gold. Put into a passive position once the match had began, Ji Zhiyao had a slight bitter taste in his heart. He adjusted his mindset, faced thene and started to go into a deadlock situation. But what Ji Zhiyao most annoyed was that the attack range of Mo Huaifengs marksman was very far, he could not go too near to kill minions and would miss out one or two minions from time to time, that original gap of several hundreds of gold gradually grew wider. If this went on they would definitely lose. Ji Zhiyao was slightly anxious deep down, but was unable to speak up to ask Xiaofei and K for help. But Xiaofei seemed to have noticed the situation on his side as he increased pressure with which he attacked the opponents turret, Nuo was very quickly shivering with fear and contributed the very first death of the match. K was in a deadlock with Heng, noticing the situation, he basically surrounded Heng. Ji Zhiyao sighed in relief deep down. Xiaofei was already leading the minions to the second turret on the topne. Unless Mo Huaifeng was ready to give up the turrets on the topne, he would definitely move up to help Nuo. He waited for a while and found that Mo Huaifeng had indeed left their side alone for the time being and headed to anotherne. He went first to the middlene, and helped Heng to escape Ks shackles and helped him to bring K down till he was left with shreds of health. K had no choice but to retreat. The middle road did not need help for the time being, Heng headed right for the topne. Ji Zhiyao had just made up for his lost gold, upon seeing this scene, he had a feeling that things werent too good. Indeed. Half a minuteter, came news of Xiaofei being killed. They had managed to match the kill, but at least the opponent had one less turret. Ji Zhiyao consoled himself this way, then sunk back into the strenuousning against Mo Huaifeng. This Mix internal matchsted for slightly more than 40 minutes. At the 23rd minute, because Mo Huaifeng had ced too much pressure earlier, Ji Zhiyaos goldgged behind which led to himcking a pair of elerated boots. Mo Huaifeng caught the opportunity to kill him, at the same time pushed down a turret. Ji Zhiyao pped his own forehead in annoyance. The moment he lost his life, even if he would respawn, his gold would be even lower than Mo Huaifengs, so it would be very difficult to reduce the gap. At this point, Xiaofei happened to have killed off Nuo. In the situation where both teams kills were matched, he took a look at Ji Zhiyaos situation at the bottomne and estimated that the topne was considered slightly advantageous for the time being and thus hastily rushed to the bottomne. He happened to be stopped by Heng who was hiding in the bushes in the middlene. Heng understood Xiaofeis tricks the best, it didnt take much for him to stun him. With several auto-attacks, he directly finished off Xiaofei. Right then, K in the middlene was the only one on there, all alone. Ji Zhiyao was still a few seconds from respawning. K shouted Oh f*ck oh f*ck while cowardly hiding beneath the turret, no matter how Heng tempted him from the outside, he wouldnt take even a step out. He wasnt a fool, there was Heng that damn thing and Captain out there, it would be slightly better if he hid under the turret, the moment he stepped of the turret, he was as good as dead. As it turned out Ks choice was right, although Mo Huaifeng and Heng joined forces to guard under his turret, he did not suffer for long, Ji Zhiyao respawned, rushed to the turret in the middlene and helped to finish off Mo Huaifeng who had a trifle of his health left, then chased Heng back to the opponents turret once more. K: What the f*ck I actually finished off Captain, after thepetition today I must post a Weibo status to celebrate with the world and hold a lucky draw while Im at it. Ji Zhiyao: ... F*cking idiot. After Ji Zhiyao had saved K from his critical situation, he promptly returned to the bottomne. Taking advantage of the fact that Mo Huaifeng wasnt around, he wiped out a wave of minions and pushed down an opponents turret, slightly catching up with some gold. Yet when he took time and nced at the mini map, he found that K had been caught by Heng again. And this time, Heng was full health, K was left with shreds and it was decreasing. Ji Zhiyao switched his view to therge map, realizing that Mo Huaifeng had yet to return. Hence, he calcted the respawn time, and proceeded without hesitation to the middlene. He and K were caught by Heng together. The champion that Heng picked had a very annoying stunning ability, although the effect duration was short, its cooldown duration was short too. Ji Zhiyao and K were stunned time and time again, their health didnt drop as fast as Hengs, but was decreasing gradually too. Just as Ji Zhiyao intended to use his ultimate ability and decisively finishing off Heng, two arrows were suddenly released from the opponents crystal, Ji Zhiyao and Ks screen turned gray at the same time. K: Captains uracy is still as good as it was back in the old days. Ji Zhiyao frowned, defeated, this time it was so close, it was a real pity. However, Mo Huaifeng did not give him the chance to regret. The advantage of two more kills was enough to establish the subsequent victory. They had lost. Ji Zhiyao silently watched the Defeat that was disyed on theputer screen, he did not have much of an expression, and discussed about the problems that currently exist with the stats analyzer that walked over. K and Xiaofei twisted their wrists and exchanged a few lines in a low voice. Losing to the team that Captain was expected, now that it hade true, both of them did not look too disappointed. The atmosphere was a little dull, until Mo Huaifengs gaze swept past around all of them and he spoke, Todays supper is my treat, spicy crayfish, feel free to have your fill. The training room exploded. K: Spicy crayfish? Thats great, let me calcte it properly C well have to get around 20kg to have enough for all of us. Nuo: Ive decided not to eat dinner tonight. Xiaofei: This match was well-yed, well-yed. Stats analyzer: Then, why dont I join in the fun too? Ji Zhiyao: Can I rmend a ce? X X ce, theirs is crazy good. Oh yes oh yes, Im not done making up my livestream hours for this month, Ill do a livestream tonight. Mo Huaifeng: ... Hence around 9pm that night, Mo Huaifeng really ordered 20kg of spicy crayfish takeaway from the ce that Ji Zhiyao had mentioned, shocking the shopkeeper so much so that he called within a minute of them cing their order to check if they had entered the amount wrongly. Chapter 126 Chapter 126: Untitled Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios After being informed that it was right, the shopkeeper gently expressed that it would take about two hours before their order would be delivered. Hence everyone waited two hours for the takeaway, starving till they could feel their chests touch their backs before they vaguely heard the sound of a motorcycle outside. Nuo shot up from the chair and dashed out. Two minutester, he returned with four bags, telling everyone toe split the loot. Ji Zhiyao was starving and quickly peeled a few crayfish and stuffed them into his mouth to save himself. When he wasnt that hungry anymore, he took time to turn on his livestream, first using the camera to shoot around the base before switching back to shoot himself. Captain is buying supper tonight, 20kg of spicy crayfish, right now everyone is working hard to eat. [20kg? Comeback of therge mythological beast Taotie??] [Are all of you pigs eating 20kg? I feel stuffed eating with just 1kg LOL] Ji Zhiyao was unbothered. Were too hungry from training, so everyones eating slightly more. Besides, there are many of us. [Why was Captain so kind as to treat spicy crayfish? Ive heard that Captain will only treat everyone to supper when hes happy, if hes not hell make everyone train with hungry stomachs LOL] Ji Zhiyao was slightly amazed. This friend knows quite a lot, thats right, the truth is just as youve said. The reason why Captain was so kind today is probably because he won our internal 3v3. [Internal 3v3? What does that mean? Are you guys studying new ying styles?] No, its just our team ying by ourselves. We have many members; this is an advantage. [LOL the ying-with-yourselves series.] [Sounds good, is this the beginning of cultivating chemistry?] [Theres still half a year to the national qualifiers, MelonRind you must continue to work hard, mummy has already prepared her ticket money, intending to go watch you!] I will definitely prepare well, please dont wor... Before he could finish, a piece of crayfish meat was stuffed into his mouth. Ji Zhiyao chewed twice instinctively and looked over, his gaze moving along the two slender fingers and found that Mo Huaifeng had lifted the corner of his lips, saying, Eat your food, youre the only one who has so much to say.] [What the f*ck? Once-in-a-lifetime series?] [MelonRinds inner thoughts: Who am I where am I what happened?] [Can anyone f*cking tell me, why would my husband feed my son food? Hold on, if its like this, is this fatherly love?] [Am I the only one who made out the slight indulgence under Fi-gods disdainful look?] [Has the Windy couple distributed sweets today? They have.] [Windy couple? Sorry, Im with the sting winds for this time LOL] The onlookers were dumbfounded, let alone Ji Zhiyao, as he asked, Captain, why did you feed me crayfish? Just conveniently feeding my own pet, why, you dont want to eat? Why are you still swallowing if you dont want to eat? Captain please be reasonable, if I dont swallow do I keep it as a lozenge and suck on it? Youre so disgusting. Youre unbelievable, youre heartless and making trouble out of nothing. You... What about me? You shut up. ... Thementing audience very happily watched this scene that could be said as the model for flirting, and screenshotted many gifs as emotives. By the time Ji Zhiyao remembered that he was still on livestream, it was already toote. A good number of people had already recorded this livestream and uploaded it online. This made many fans who initially said that their rtionship is very simple, Fi-god taking care of Ji Zhiyao is purely him taking care of their new member. shut up. This Mo Huaifeng was too childish, it was something that they had never seen before. If they werent especially close, then why would they be getting along like this? So much so that because Fi-god and Yao were too cute, many had already turned to be a fan of Windy CP. Of course, when there were fans, there were also haters. [Fi-god is too weird, he wouldnt behave like this with anyone in the past. Did someone drug Fi-god?] [Hur hur, Im waiting to see how this trashy battleteam who uses brotherhood as their selling point would fare during the national qualifiers. My 40-meter broadsword is already intolerably thirsty, I hope they wont disappoint me.] [They did do quite well during the national performance tournament tour, but theyre not seeing what kind of teams their opponents were, should they be this arrogant? Lets wait for when Mix falls harshly when theyre up against Tall Boots and Bug battleteam, if they probably do not know whats most important.] [Disgusting, the trash that relies on this bit of poprity to be active among the fans everyday goodbye, no longer a fan.] [Since you guys do not care about the views of the fans, then why should we respect yours. Trying to gain attention and selling fake personalities, never giving the public an ount of the battleteams current standard.] All of the above, were only part of thements left by aggressive fans under the Mix official Weibo ount. However, the battleteams official Weibo ount that had yet to continuously experienced such violent storms since the reassembly of the team, had already copsed. The person in charge of running the official ount called Yuan Wei directly. His words were extremely unpleasant, both of them almost parted in discord. Hence in the afternoon, Mix official Weibo ount unterally published such a post. [MixOfficialWeiboV: All these time, as one of the Chinese eSports battleteam, Mix has always held promoting the spirit of eSports as its theme, fighting on the eSports scene which everyone loves. Regarding the untrue rumors that were online recently, we maintain the right to pursue legal liability from the relevant ounts. At the same time, the battleteam authorities will supervise and urge members of the team to uphold constant training, preparation forpetitions as their responsibility and reduce overexposure of a certain member that has set off disputes. With that, we sincerely hope that Mix can go forward hand in hand with fans who ardently love eSports to work hard to create a more enthusiasticpetitive atmosphere for the Chinese eSports scene.] And as all of Mix battleteams members who were immersed in all sorts of matches with reformed teams and unable to break out, nobody found this Weibo post. Till that night, Yuan Wei rushed into the base. He saw everyone who was training, his steps first faltered, and presently thought of something, his expression that wasnt that pleasant originally became worse. My brothers, Im virtually boiling with anger and you guys are still here keeping calm and training? All of them who were interrupted lifted their heads in session; Yuan Wei was usually very tactful and had never made a fuss and interrupted their training. Now that he was behaving in such a manner, it was obvious he was livid with rage. Hence they stopped the match that was currently ongoing, Mo Huaifeng asked with a frown, Whats wrong? What the f*ck is the kind of people at the club, they actual told me to warn a certain newly joined reserve to focus on preparing forpetitions, not create trouble all day? Why, they dont dare to bully the powerful one so they resort to bullying only the weak one? As the certain newly joined reserve described by the club, Ji Zhiyao instantly frowned. Chapter 127 Chapter 127: Untitled Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Mo Huaifengs expression also turned cold. Be more specific. Captain, this evening the official Weibo ount blew up from too many reposts, the person in charge called me and asked if I could make NoHomo yield and publish a Weibo post to apologize. I thought that NoHomo didnt do anything wrong, and the livestream yesterday was done by both you and him, why should NoHomo have to apologize. So I got the person in charge to contact you directly, if you agree, then Id have noments on letting NoHomo apologize. Not sure if the club had said something but the Weibo post that the official ount posted unterally today couldve just pasted the two words drama queen onto NoHomos face. The moment I saw it I knew that the person in charge hadnt contacted you, so I called him up to check and he actually said that this incident had nothing to do with you. I almost f*cking died fromughing, did they think that NoHomo was a pushover with no backing? The training room sank into a few seconds of silence, everyones gaze turned towards Ji Zhiyao at once. Ji Zhiyao maintained his expression from before Yuan Wei had started speaking and did not change. Mo Huaifeng promptly picked up his phone, pushing open the door of the training room with an aloof expression. Ill go out to make a call. He left too hurriedly, and the door was mmed shut with a bang. The sound of door ramming was very harsh, as if directly crashing onto everyones heart. Ji Zhiyao did not know how to describe his own mood, but he felt like his entire body was in ice water. He distraughtly thought about a lot, but there were very quickly only three words left in his mind. He twitched the corner of his lips with difficulty. Brother Yuan Wei, will I be banned frompeting? Yuan Weis face turned blue. You did not vite the rules of the club, what ban would there be? The others who came back to their senses after hearing the words banned frompeting were also slightly anxious. Xiao said directly, Dont worry, the clubs side is probably trying to take advantage of when Captain doesnt want to run affairs to stir some trouble, after Captain teaches them a lesson theyll be in order. Ji Zhiyao nodded his head. His mind was in a mess, everything huddled together without a lead. It seems that ever since he joined Mix, everything that has been reported about the team was all negative, no matter in which aspect... If so, should he have not joined the team at the start? But he had undoubtedly only wanted to game properly. He thought that he had been working hard in training. If it wasnt because the orientation of their training was confidential information, he really wanted to upload all his training timings and contents online, and let all the people who hid behind their screens and only knew to misinterpret his person as they wished to have a good look. Look at why exactly he could be an eSports professional yer. It had never been explicitly stipted that professional yers cannot interact with members of their team, or their other friends, Then, why did something that is somon for other people be such a heinous crime when it came to him? Ji Zhiyao could not really understand. He was near the point of breakdown. In this moment, he truly understood why many professional yers developed problems with their mentality. Just like now. Forever not knowing if what he was doing was right or wrong, no matter what he did it was never understood. As if all of his privacy was exposed before the public, each and every action of his had to be criticized from head to toe. And as a part of the eSports scene that wasnt understood by others, they could not have one bit of negative act. Because by human nature, they would, from a minute detail, rapidly amplify the negative impression onto the whole industry. In the lengthy silence of the training room, Ji Zhiyao thought about lots. Up till Mo Huaifeng with the cold wind, pushed open the door and entered. Yuan Wei saw that there wasnt much change in Mo Huaifengs expression, feeling relieved deep down, stepped forward and asked, Its done? Mm. Ji Zhiyao instinctively looked toward Mo Huaifeng, seeing that he suddenly shifted his gaze to the direction where he was at, his lips curving up lightly, looking like constion. And after that Mo Huaifeng pulled back his gaze, some hints of mockery now on his curved lips. For now all of you dont reply to thements on the official Weibo ount, if there are private messages orments, ignore them too, focus on training, hand the rest to me. NoHomo. Ji Zhiyao returned to his senses after being called by Mo Huaifeng, but was still a little absent-minded. Captain, whats up? Remember to check the battleteam official Weibo ountter. Ji Zhiyao did not understand but still replied okay. Two hourster. Ji Zhiyao who could not get into his training condition the entire time suddenly remembered this instruction and picked up his phone to open Weibo. The moment he entered, the app almost crashed from theg. Ji Zhiyao waited for a moment and intentionally ignored the notifications tab and directly found Mixs official ount under his following. Coincidentally, three minutes ago, Mix official ount had just published a new post. [MixOfficialWeiboV: Apology letter: Dear all fans of the team, our extreme apologies, at 7:16 PM this evening, Mix battleteam official Weibo ount person in charge published a Weibo post ording to his subjective view, without having received the approval of the clubs executives beforehand. Some parts of the improper diction of the post has already caused a certain extent of damage to the reputation of the teams reserve member Mix.Yao. With regards to this incident, we have made the following decision: 1. Remove the person in charge from his duties. 2. Delete the inappropriate Weibo post. 3. Sincerely apologize to our member Mix.Yao and the fans. But at the same time, we must admit one point, some untruements spreading online and intentional verbal abuses has already greatly affected all of Mix members daily training. As such, we have decided, to issue warnings to Weibo ounts intentionally spreading maliciousments, at the same time also maintain the right to pursue legal liability. As an established Chinese eSports team, Mixs internal team look in our own hearts and believe that we have never let down any single fan that supports the team. We also believe that at the uing national qualifiers and international league, the team will use their ranking to give everyone a satisfactory answer sheet. We used to search for light in the dark, and today, in the face of light, weve been muffled by ayer of haze by the people we deeply love. To spread the spirit of Chinese eSports to all corners of the world, is our responsibility, and also our conscience that weve stood by all along. Mix battleteam hereby sincerely invites all who share an ardent love for eSports to witness it together with us. That is all. Wishing everyone a good day. ... Ji Zhiyao read this long post from top to bottom, reading through each word and sentence, he could no longer express what exactly was the feeling in his heart. But he understood one point, such a standard apology, the moment it was posted by the official ount, it would definitely set off an evenrger disturbance. If the team achieves good results for the national qualifiers and international league, there definitely wouldnt be anymorements; but if they made mistakes... That was akin to putting the entire club on the edge of the cliff. But his Captain seemed to bepletely indifferent to this consequence, only whole-heartedly wanting to give him a fair treatment. Was Captain being too good to him... Ji Zhiyao absent-mindedly stared at his phones screen in a daze, his train of thoughts had already floated to unsure how far out. Chapter 128

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios When his screen turned dark, his head was lightly pushed by Mo Huaifeng who was beside him. What are you doing? Ji Zhiyao looked towards Mo Huaifengs eyes and found that the pair of chocte brown eyes were filled with seriousness. Very pretty. Ji Zhiyaos heart, was somehow a little confused. Ji Zhiyao hastily shifted his eyes, saying, Um... I saw the official ounts apology letter, thanks Captain. No need to thank me, just do well at thepetitions. Ji Zhiyao blurted out, What if I dont? Mo Huaifeng suddenly lifted his eyes, his gaze slightly cold. It was silent for a few seconds, just as Ji Zhiyao became restless, his forehead was suddenly pushed by a strong force, Mo Huaifengs slightly sarcastic voice sounded beside his ear. You dont want to y properly? Do you feel like youre overly conceited? He rubbed the spot where he was hit, muttering in a low voice. This wave of emotions appeared out of nowhere, such that even up till before he slept, Ji Zhiyao had not even figured out what exactly was wrong with him. He was using the towel to dry his hair and was lost in thought, when his phone that was ced on the table suddenly buzzed. Ji Zhiyao picked up the phone and found that Ji Qingge had sent him a WeChat message. [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Brother, I saw news of your team on Weibo today, I was so angry that even I got down and shed back at those little b*tches that were spouting nonsense, what exactly is going on?] Ji Zhiyao smiled and typed: [Its nothing, just a slight misunderstanding, the post that the official ount publishedter exined everything.] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Did you secretly cry?] [MelonRind: ... Youre asking for a beating.] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: bleh bleh bleh, you cannot hit me!] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Brother, your team has gotten quite a lot of criticism for these two Weibo posts. I saw that manyments below were all calling for you guys to get out of the eSports scene if you guys dont perform during thepetition...] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: If its like this, is your teams under a lot of pressure? I specially went to ask Baidu earlier and found that Mix clubsrgest shareholder is actually Fi-god...] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Fi-god, is a really nice person.] [MelonRind: ...] He did not expect that Ji Qingge would be able to link things this far... Just, did she not find it weird at all? Ji Zhiyao hesitated for a moment and asked: [Do you not find it weird at all...] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Weird? Whats weird? Is Fi-god usually not so good to you guys?] [MelonRind: Im not saying Captain isnt good, but putting on such arge bet, for a reserve member who hadnt joined the team for long, was it worth it?] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Pfft... you totally dont trust yourself enough. Who said that in Fi-gods heart, youre just a little reserve?] Ji Zhiyaos heart lifted for a moment. [MelonRind: What do you mean?] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: He has obviously put you in his heart and taken you for a bosom friend that he is especially close to, thats why he recklessly defended you. Ji Zhiyao, youre still simply seeing Fi-god as your Captain now, doesnt your conscience hurt?] Ji Zhiyao seemed to have understood something, but instinctively also felt that there was something wrong somewhere... Hence, he kept his suspecting attitude and asked: [Thats all?] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: ? ? ? If not, how else do you want it to be?] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: So you be nicer to Fi-god, if not youll be letting your conscience down :)] [MelonRind: I dont have a conscience.] Ji Zhiyao who thought that he had everything figured out was mischievous for a while, then ced his phone back on the table. Continuing to dry his hair and beginning to think. Since Captain was so good to him... What should he do, to repay him for a bit? Hence because he was pondering over the question of how to treat Mo Huaifeng better, Ji Zhiyao did not sleep well the whole night. When he woke up the next morning, tworge dark circles hung below his eyes, leading to Heng teasing him when he saw him after he went downstairs. NoHomo, did you go be a thiefst night? Ji Zhiyao pursed his lips and walked into the dining room. He wasnt sure what spell had hit his teammates today, it had just struck noon and all of them were actually awake. Hence, the auntie who was in charge of sending ingredients to the base specially stayed behind and made a meal. Everyone was eating in the dining room, Ji Zhiyao was instead thetest toe downstairs. Ji Zhiyao rubbed his eyes, then pulled back a chair and sat down. Mo Huaifeng was constantly calmly focusing on Ji Zhiyao, till he had sat down and everyone was here, he restrained his gaze and spoke, The club has decided that in mid tote April, for about two to three weeks, the entire team will undergo an enclosed training camp. The club has specially invited the ex-coach of Koreas Vita Battleteam, together with our teams coach, to provide training for us. He had just finished his sentence when the dining room instantly became and of wailing and despair. Nuo eximed, What the f*ck, its actually so early this year. Damn it, Im sad. K fell onto the table. No, I must take advantage of while the training camp has yet to begin to quickly get fatter. If not, during that two to three weeks, I could lose two to three kg. Heng said in a monotone, Happiness is written all over my face. Ji Zhiyao had never heard about training camp, and was utterly confused. He nced around at everyones expression and realized that Xiao was as baffled as he was. Oh yes... Xiao had only joined two years ago, after the international league ended and Mix reassembled. Hence he did not have the experience of participating in the national qualifiers either, and him not knowing about the training camp, was only natural. Thus Ji Zhiyao and Xiao stared longingly at Mo Huaifeng together, hoping that he could reveal a little bit more information. Mo Huaifeng was slightly speechless. Where else have I not made myself clear? Ji Zhiyao replied, For example why we need a training camp. Heng, exin. Heng gave a condemning look to his own Captain, hoping that he would know just howzy he was being. Yet Mo Huaifeng waspletely indifferent. Heng could take the initiative in bearing the responsibility of exining. Its very simple. The national qualifiers are starting soon. During the national qualifiers, other than being divided in groups and drawing lots, basically everything else would be done ording to the structure of the international league. Korea is one of the countries where the eSports industry is more developed. Vita battleteam is also an established team that made it to the top four in the international league, and their coachs understanding of the structure of the international league and judgment towards various situation would definitely be better than the local ones. Ji Zhiyao and Xiao were enlightened. Mo Huaifeng asked, NoHomo, will you be able to get leave? Ji Zhiyao then remembered that he still had to attend school and smiled bitterly. Even if I cant, Ill have to try. If not Ill do it likest term, get my dorm mates to mark my attendance for me. Nuo teased, I couldnt tell, Brother, youre very aware. What else can I do, I feel very hopeless too. Mo Huaifeng interrupted. You can focus on studying after the training camp. A textbook per day, one semester per week, its enough. Ji Zhiyao turned with a horrified look towards his Captain. Mo Huaifeng was unmoved as he returned the stare, Ji Zhiyao instantly averted his gaze, frightened. Chapter 129

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios For some reason, he was especially unwilling to share eye contact with Captain right now. Not because he was afraid, but for what reason, it was hard for him to pinpoint it... Ji Zhiyao stretched his chopsticks out, picked up a piece of meat, and dug in. He felt that he was being ridiculous. Sensing that Ji Zhiyao was avoiding his gaze, Mo Huaifeng frowned slightly and pulled out his phone. The rest couldnt help but throw several nces at their Captain who looked aloof and thought that he was discussing about proper business with the club that they even lowered their voices when they spoke. On the screen of Mo Huaifengs phone was indeed a chatting interface. But... [DB.MHF: Are you sure your brother believed what you said?] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: [facepalm] Yeah, I emphasized to him that the rtionship between both of you was purely bromance so much that even my conscience hurt... Whats wrong, did he realize that you harbour improper thoughts for him? Ive already said that cooking a frog in warm water wouldnt work!] [DB.MHF: Currently no, but he seems to be avoiding me.] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Hm? Its not easy, did Ji Zhiyao be smart?] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Wait and observe first, let me know again if anything else happens, Ill help you to spy on the enemys situation.] [DB.MHF: [Okay] ] ... Two dayster, it was time to report back to S University. Ji Zhiyao carried a bag on his bag as he dragged a small suitcase in his hand, he took his time to put his suitcase into Mo Huaifengs car then sat himself into the passenger seat. Mo Huaifeng asked, Did you remember to bring everything? Yes, the important stuff is all in my backpack, I checked before leaving. Mo Huaifeng grunted in reply and spun the steering wheel. The car slowly drove out of the base. Ji Zhiyao caught a glimpse of the light bluish hue under his Captains eyes, the thought of him insisting on sending him to school even though he had not gotten enough sleep instantly made him grateful. Captain, youre really too good to me. Ive almost be your personal chauffeur. Then, then what should I do? Ill give you another set of sry on the side? Mo Huaifeng suddenly had the urge to crack open Ji Zhiyaos skull and have a good look at what rubbish it contained. Mo Huaifeng nced at the white sedan in his rear view mirror that was attempting to overtake him, he pressed on the horn with one foot stepping on the elerator before he said indifferently, My annual sry is twice of yours, do I need extra sry? Are you showing off now? No. You obviously are. Whatever you say. So how do you intend on thanking me? Ji Zhiyao silently turned his head and sank into deep thought. After a while, he turned back, speaking with an expression full of sincerity. Captain, after the training camp, Ill take you out to y. Hearing this, Mo Huaifeng almost stepped all the way down on the elerator. He controlled his heart that was slightly restless as he asked with a peaceful expression, Where to? Ji Zhiyao pulled out his phone smoothly and opened the app to book tickets. Captain, is there anywhere you want to go? Or where you want to tour? Ill take you there! Mo Huaifeng did not speak but appeared to be thinking carefully. After a few minutes, he said, Suddenly remembered, after our solo the previous time, you still owe me a favour. I somehow have an ominous feeling... Captain what are you trying to do? Nothing, just reminding you that you must serve me well. After all you still owe me a favour, for a person like you who stresses so much on promises, no matter how overboard the request is, you definitely wont reject it, right? Captain, do you have some sort of misunderstanding of the words stressing on promises? I dont think so. In the span of their conversation, the car had already arrived at the gates of S University. Mo Huaifeng drove through the gates and stopped outside Ji Zhiyaos dorm building. Ji Zhiyao said while he unbuckled his seat belt, Captain, Im serious. You go have a good look and see if there is anywhere youd like to go, after the training camp ends, Ill take you. Mo Huaifengs lips curled and he didnt continue to refuse, replying, Okay. Ji Zhiyao opened the car door, and moved his suitcase down, then waved to Mo Huaifeng. Captain, Im going. Later on Ill send my new timetable for this semester to you through WeChat, you and Old Ning can arrange my training timings ordingly. See you in a few days. Mhm. Hence Ji Zhiyao entered his dorm building. Watching his back view, Mo Huaifeng wasnt in a hurry to leave, but pulled out his phone and typed. [May I ask where should I take my crush for a date, would I have a higher chance of sessfully confessing?] After posting such a question, Mo Huaifeng read through it satisfactorily. before beginning his journey back to the base. ... Ji Zhiyao pushed open the door of the dorm and realized that other than Wen Hengs bed that was still empty, the other two beds have had their bedsheets spread. Ning Lichao and Yang Bing were currently sat at the table, gaming. Seeing that he was back, both of them greeted him. Yang Bing nced hastily at him, a bit of joy in his tone. Old Ji, quicklye online. Old Ning and I are about to be able to y an advancement match, Master rank, begging to hug the golden leg to be carried to a win. Ji Zhiyao put away his suitcase and smiled, Sure, but you got to wait for me to pack my clothes and then turn on myptop. No problem, well wait, well wait. Anyway, we still need some time before we can finish our current match. No hurry. Yang Bing said readily. With that, he paused for a moment, smacking his lips like he couldnt keep it in as his expression suddenly turnedplicated. Old Ji, do you still have something against me? Ji Zhiyao lifted his head upon hearing that, slightly confused. What did you say? Do you still have something against me? If I had something against you would I have gone to fetch you a few days ago? Does your conscience not hurt saying things like this? Utter bullshit! Yes, yes yes you dide to find me, problem is, you didnt take me away! Oh f*ck, hed actually forgotten about that. You dont even know what it felt like when I woke up around 3am from my dreams because of the freezing cold. When I saw the empty barbecue shop then I thought I was being haunted, if it wasnt for the waiter looking that tad bit familiar, I definitely wouldve peed my pants from the fright. Um, I was drunk that day too, it was our Captain who called and came to fetch me. He even specially checked before leaving and knew that the barbecue shop operated 24/7, before he was assured with leaving you there. See, arent you fine now. Do you think I would forgive you if you put it this way? ... If not? I wont. Im more pissed this time; it would take two treats for me to recover. Damn it, stop talking. Ill treat you! I have always had this feeling that someone is eyeing my wallet everyday. Your sixth sense is right, it is actually so. Chapter 130

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao picked up Ning Lichaos balloon hammer and harshly whacked Yang Bings head several times before he was appeased and brought out hisptop to y Heroes with them. At the end of two matches, Ji Zhiyao very smoothly ranked up with the both of them. Yang Bing was all smiles and very sweetly called him Yao-god several times. Ji Zhiyao could not help but feel pleased. After the match, the three of them were toozy to go out for dinner, bringing out their respective stash of instant noodles, they hurriedly finished a bowl each, then continued to throw themselves back into the game. Total inte-addicted youths. ... The door to the bathroom opened, the rising water vapor brought some moisture, and almost gushed out at once. The ends of his hair still dripping with water, Mo Huaifeng simply wiped a few times with a towel then casually ced his towel on the table and picked up his phone. His fingers slid several times and found the question that he had left on Tieba earlier. [May I ask where I should bring my crush for a date, for higher chances of a sessful confession?] [1stment: Hitting on people is easier than drinking water these days, didnt think that I could still see someone who would rack his brains for a confession... LOL back to the topic, first figure out what kind of person your goddess/idol is, what he/she likes then think about the location to confess.] Mo Huaifeng recalled Ji Zhiyaos idiotic manner when he was animatedly ying Whac-A-Mole at the arcade, with a curve of his lips, he replied to the 1stment. [user64578: Very childish, especially likes to y Whac-A-Mole at arcades.] After typing that line, Mo Huaifeng scrolled downwards and continued to read the other replies. [2ndment: Directly present a hotel room key card to hint at the message, if she epts, of course you guys will naturally get together. What confession, the times have changed, could you please not be so old-fashioned?] [3rdment: [naughty smile] of course its on the bed.] [4thment: X Citys ss trestle bridge, that ce is a few hundred meters long, block the girl there to confess, if she doesnt agree then both of you can perish together [naughty smile]. I believe youll definitely be able to get the girl.] [5thment: The 4thments idea is really superb, I believe your goddess will be so frightened that she will be panic-stricken like a little deer and jump into your arms... HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA I cant stopughing.] [6thment: If thats the case, haunted house, cinema thats showing horror movies, rooftops, all seems to be rather good options.] [7thment: Are you still troubled over having nowhere to go on your vacation? XX Travel, satisfies all your fantasies and needs of sight-seeing, support solo traveling, pair traveling, group traveling and more, discounts for registrations of five or more people ~ contact: 158XXXXXXXX ] ... From top to bottom, other than the first, there wasnt a single serious reply among the rest. Mo Huaifeng frowned slightly, after some careful thinking, he realized that it seemed like Ji Zhiyao had never said that he was afraid of ghosts or was timid. Thus, the ss trestle bridge and haunted house could already be removed from his options to consider. With a scroll of his finger, Mo Huaifeng unexpectedly realized that the reply that he had left under the firstment had gotten another reply. [Since that is the case, the confessing location can be chosen at ces such as Disnend, there are so many cartoon characters in there, if he/she likes Whac-A-Mole, then he/she would probably like it there too. By the way, I took time to take a look at the replies down below, I have a suggestion: Disnend in Los Angeles, California in the USA is really not bad, they have a pitch dark Ferris wheel. You can look it up, it would be very interesting to confess there LOL.] Mo Huaifeng raised his brow slightly. Since a young age hed never been to ces like Disnend and also didnt know exactly what was so special about Los Angeles Disnend, and hence searched those few words. The moment he searched, the corner of his lips lifted into smiling curve. This Ferris wheel has different tracks and would sway back and forth? Sounds a little interesting. Not sure if Ji Zhiyao would be scared... Mo Huaifeng came back to his senses from his deep thoughts and typed to thank this good-hearted person who gave this suggestion. ... A day before school reopened, Wen Heng had returned to the dorm and four of them went to the academic building to collect new textbooks. At night, they went to the hotpot ce outside school for a meal. This was the first time the entire dorm had gathered together since Ji Zhiyao and Yang Bing cleared the air between them, hence everyone drank a little too much. As a result, when they woke up for ss the next day, Ji Zhiyao who was the worst with his liquor was still drunk and drowsy. First period was Essentials of Mao Zedongs Thoughts, the lecturer was the one who had taught Moral Education in the previous semester. He spoke halfway, with a downward sweep of his gaze, found that there was a student lying on the table in thest roll sleeping soundly and was so enraged that he pped the table and shouted loudly, The one sleeping in thest row, stand up! Hence Ji Zhiyao who was dazed from sleeping was awaken by several ps from Yang Bing. Ji Zhiyao stood up with a muddled look, before realized that he seemed to have been caught by the lecturer for sleeping and apologized, slightly embarrassed. Sorry prof. Seeing that he was still rather sincere, the lecturer cooled down a little and asked, What were you off doing yesterday? Why are you not listening in ss? Ji Zhiyao did not speak and stared with an innocent expression at the lecturer. Had the first period been Advanced Mathematics, he definitely wouldnt have slept... Yet first period was Essentials of Maos Thoughts, such a dry and boring lesson, as he listened, he couldnt control himself and dozed off. If he had dared to vocalize these thoughts, he thought his lecturer would beat him to death. Forget it, its better to keep it in. His lecturer did not get a reply and looked like he was about to re up. Yang Bing was suddenly hit with an idea and raised his hand to answer. Prof, because of his teams training, my dorm mate stayed up the whole nightst night, so he couldnt help but fell asleep, please let him go this time. If it wasnt because he was standing, Ji Zhiyao certainly wouldve reached out and punched him dead. Virtually a dumb teammate. Suddenly dropping such a line, wasnt it starting a conversation for the lecturer? He indeed had not guessed wrong, the lecturer looked as if he was reminded of something. Team training? Oh, Ive remembered, youre the professional yer that they mentionedst semester, the one that skipped lessons to gopete? The gaze of the entire ss was entirely focused on Ji Zhiyao alone, along with all sorts of whispers. Ji Zhiyao bit the bullet. Its me, prof. Since its because of training, I cant say anything more. Tell you what,bine the core values of socialism and the spirit of Chinese eSports and write a 4000-word reflection. Hand it to me next week. In a second, all of the fixed gazes on Ji Zhiyao became those of sympathy. I got it, prof. After the lesson ended, Yang Bing suddenly burst outughing. Im almost dying fromughter, core values of socialism and the spirit of eSports... how was Prof able to think of that! Ji Zhiyao looked dull and gloomy. F*ck, since youve spoken for me, why dont you write the reflection for me too? No HAHAHAHA! ! Chapter 131

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao felt very aggrieved. Such grievance remained up into the night, when Heng dragged him to y a ranked match in the group chat. [Heng: Son, are you not going to train? Quicklye on for a ranked match! @MelonRind] [MelonRind: Dont disturb me, Im writing an essay.] [XiaoFeiCannotFly: What essay? Aposition?] [MelonRind: Nope. Mainly exploring the possibility of the core values of socialism and the spirit of Chinese eSports developing and prospering together.] [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: ?] [KisExtremelyHandsome: ? ?] [DB.MHF: Speak humannguage.] [MelonRind: [smiley] Fell asleep in Essentials of Maos Thoughts, the lecturer punished me by writing a reflection, 4000 words.] [MelonRind: [smiley][smiley] unfortunately, this lecturer knows that Im an eSports professional yer.] [MelonRind: ? ? ? where did everyone go? Why is no one consoling me? Wheres the friendship between teammates?] [XiaoFeiCannotFly: Brother, the few of them have already copsed fromughing. Dont cry, I sympathize with you.] [MelonRind: ...] [MelonRind: [bye] Ill go, I have a date with a reflection.] Ji Zhiyao dropped his phone and exhaled. At the thought of his teammates cruelly mocking him while gaming, the more he felt that he was really too pitiful. How was he supposed to write this reflection?! Ji Zhiyao bit on the nib of the pen, and heard another notification sound of a new message on WeChat. He picked up his phone again. It was a private message. [DB.MHF: Go watch the after-game interview of the top few teams at the previous national qualifiers and Mixs at the international league, piece it up here and there, youll be done soon.] Yeah, why had he not thought of that? Ji Zhiyao suddenly grinned: [Got it, thanks Captain.] Ji Zhiyao stayed up and finished an ultra long essay that he had never written before. The next morning, he picked a time when the lecturer did not have lessons and delivered the reflection to the office. He then received a little nagging from the lecturer before he waspletely liberated. Ji Zhiyao returned to the dorm, then sent his timetable for this semester to Mo Huaifeng, to allow him and the stats analyzer to arrange his training timings ordingly. Mo Huaifeng replied very quickly. [DB.MHF: From Friday to Monday,e to the base for these four days. Ive checked, theres only one lesson on Monday, you can alsoe back after that lesson.] [MelonRind: Then I think Ill skip it... staying at the base on Sunday, its quite troublesome to run back and forth for one lesson.] [DB.MHF: Lazy.] [MelonRind: Im doing this for the sake of training, Captain, dont you vilify me.] [MelonRind: By the way Captain, hows it going with picking a ce? Have you thought of where you want to go y after the training camp?] [DB.MHF: Mm.] [DB.MHF: Los Angeles Disnend. Hows that?] [MelonRind: ... Captain, repeat yourself, where do you want to go?] [DB.MHF: I actually dont really want to go there, but I considered that it suits your disposition better there.] [DB.MHF: Stop struggling, I know you like it.] [MelonRind: ...] Mo Huaifeng was always someone whose actions did not match the words he said and asionally had strong tsundere characteristics. Ji Zhiyao did not intend on exposing him. Only, he had not expected that... His Captain was so childlike, that he actually wanted to go to Disnend to y? But, the previous time he had brought Captain to the arcade to y, although he did not say it, he still looked very happy. It must be that Captain had never been to such ces to y and so wanted to go check it out. Captain was a big boy that was twenty plus years old, since he took up the responsibility of managing the team and also had to make time to run the club, he was usually too busy that he never had the time... The more he thought, the more Ji Zhiyao felt that Mo Huaifeng was really too pitiful. Hence with a flood of affection, he typed right away: [Thats right, Ive always wanted to go, Id been found out by Captain. Its set then, when Ive booked the tickets in advance and checked the itinerary Ill inform you again.] [DB.MHF: Okay.] Ji Zhiyao upon seeing this reply, thought that he had helped his Captain to fulfill his dream and couldnt help but exim that he was really such a great person. On the other end of the screen, Mo Huaifeng lifted the corner of his lips in satisfaction. Sure enough, he had guessed correctly. Ji Zhiyao was so childish, he would definitely like Disnend. Cooking the frog in warm water, his water was almost boiling. He has to think carefully, what to do then, to make Ji Zhiyao this frog willingly be taken in his palm. ... Time passed swiftly, Ji Zhiyao felt like school had barely started for a few days and it was already April, the set date for the teams training camp. He had only applied for a weeks leave from his specialized course lecturer, the remaining week would have to rely on his dorm mates to freelye up with something and hopefully they wouldnt get caught by any teachers. Once Ji Zhiyao stepped out of his room he saw Nuo and went downstairs with him, heading into the training room. Today was the day to meet Vitas coach, they heard that hed already arrived at S Citys airport, the club had sent staff to go pick him up personally. Ji Zhiyao yawned and sat down beside Mo Huaifeng, he finished a ss of water before he felt slightly more awake. He turned his head and asked Xiao who was behind him, Brother Xiao, are you sure your hand would be fine when you follow along with the training? Vitas coachs would probably set a lot of training; I somehow dont feel too at ease. After a whole month in March, Xiaos wrist was currently slowly recovering, as of now he could continuously y around two matches. Although it could not bepared to the past, it was already a huge improvement. But Xiao was too hardworking in his training, the stats analyzer often urged him and though he would promise to stop each time, but after that he would always secretly find time to train a bit more. This was also why Ji Zhiyao was worried after hearing that Xiao wanted to join in on the training. Xiao nodded. Dont worry, Im mainly following through the mode of training. If I dont feel well, I will call for a stop immediately and wont continue to train. Ji Zhiyao nodded, inwardly making up his mind to frequently check on Xiaos condition, he couldnt watch him get injured again. They waited for more than an hour, the door to the training room was pushed open by Yuan Wei. He was followed by a man around thirty plus years old, his appearance wasmon. Moderate physique, the moment he stepped he in, hed politely nodded to every person. Mo Huaifeng took the lead and stood up, everyone bowed slightly to the middle-aged man. Then the middle-aged man began to speak, his voice rising and falling in cadence. Ji Zhiyao could not understand, but felt like he was speaking Korean. He nced at the expressions of his teammates and realized that they didnt look like they understood too. Hence he exchanged nces with Heng who was beside him and asked in a low voice, How are we going tomunicate? Did the club not hire a trantor? Did you think our Captain stood up for nothing? Just watch. Ji Zhiyao looked searchingly towards Mo Huaifeng, as he was mulling over what Nuo had meant, he heard Mo Huaifeng begin to speak. Mo Huaifeng spoke Korean as well, his slightly low voice sounded very charming. Ji Zhiyao eximed softly, What the f*ck? What was there that his Captain couldnt do? Heng exined, Before the reassembly, Mix specially went to Korea for a year of training for the international league, Captain learned his Korean then. Though hes not totally familiar, but basicmunication is not a problem. Are all the captains in the eSports scene so multi-talented like our Captain? What are you talking about? Please sober up. Both of them exchanged a few words in a soft voice, at the front, Mo Huaifengs interaction with Vitas ex-coach was already more or less done. Mo Huaifeng turned around with a serious expression that was rarely seen on him. Yuan Wei took a step forward. Invited by the club, this is Koreas Vita battleteams ex-coach, Kang Kyung Chwa. Hereafter, no matter whether Coach Kang conducts trainings for the team as a whole or individually, trantion would be done by Captain. This means that regardless of the form of training, Captain will be the supervisor. I hope that everyone will make good use for these two weeks, in order to establish the foundation to clinch the first ce at the national qualifiers and sessfully qualify for the international league. Everyone started to apud. Only Ji Zhiyao was contemting while pping, if all the tranting was to be done by Captain, wouldnt Captain be awfully busy during this period of time. However, in using such a method, it would indeed allow greater control of the team at each stage and help to keep things more confidential, aspared to hiring an additional trantor. Captain really had it tough... When the Labour Day holiday came, he must take Mo Huaifeng to have fun and rx. Before the training camp began, Mo Huaifeng even emphasized the rules for this period of time once more. There were no off days during the period of the training camp, with the exception of force majeure reasons, no one could leave the base; be downstairs before 12 PM each day for training, a minutete and the whole months sry will be deducted; if there are no particr situations, each days training duration should not be less than 12 hours. There were only these three mandatory rules, but there were benefits too. In these two weeks, the club will set aside a fund, specially used to hire an auntie to make various kinds of nutritional meals for them each day. If there are anything else that they want to have, they can also request it from the auntie. This would undoubtedly be everyones source of happiness in the midst of the bitter training. Kang Kyung Chwa first had lunch with them in the dining room, then in the afternoon, Mo Huaifeng brought Kang Kyung Chwa to meet Mix battleteams original coach. Three of them went on tomunicate with each other, Kang Kyung Chwa gained a preliminary understanding of the capabilities of everyone in the team. When dinner ended, the training camp officially began. The training concept that Kang Kyung Chwa brought with him was indeed rather different from those in China. For example, his first method of testing everyone was to first use a little program that resembled a game, using the changes of the color block, to observe each persons sensitivity of their naked eye and test their hand speed and response capacity. It was merely a small test, but all of them almost sank to the edge of copsing. Because in the program, the rate at which the colored blocks change was really too rapid, almost to the point of having three to four colored blocks appearing in one second. When they were doing the test, they were required to find the block that had changed color and click on it, it was virtually a blur, that they almost puked from looking at it. Mo Huaifengsted the longest, around 42 seconds. Followed by Heng, 31 seconds. Ji Zhiyao 27 seconds, Xiaofei and K tying at 24 seconds. Nuo was the worst,sting a total of only 19 seconds. As such Kang Kyung Chwas expression when facing Nuo became extremely sombre, seemingly not quite understanding why he would appear in this team. Nuo was a little indignant. Im a support, I only need to follow behind the ADC and help him to develop, thats all. Even if I train my hand speed to be especially fast, my damage wouldnt be very high, the abilities of the center yer opposite could still be able to beat the hell out of me. These words were spoken a little too rudely, in the team it should be considered talking back to the coach. Especially when Korea is a country that was extremely particr about seniority, it made the nature of the matter even more serious. Ji Zhiyao could not help but be a little worried about Nuo. He secretly looked towards Mo Huaifeng and found that Mo Huaifeng only stared expressionlessly at Nuo for a while, then did not make anyment and tranted those words for Kang Kyung Chwa. Kang Kyung Chwas expression instantly turned darker. He said a lot,sting a good two minutes. Although Ji Zhiyao could not understand him, he could still vaguely sense the anger in this coachs spokennguage. Mo Huaifeng provided an answer very quickly. Coach Kang said, if just because your identity is that of a support and led to you having such a mindset, then there is no ce for you in this team at all. A support is an equally important role in the team, he does not deny the function of a support in your eyes, but the functions of a support is definitely not just those that youve listed. In the past, Vita battleteams support achieved the results of 39 seconds in this program, only second to the captain. There are only five people in a team, none is indispensable, if you cant even reach such a standard, then even if you make it to the international league in the future, wouldnt your team only exist right at the bottom? Nuo instantly bowed his head. Ji Zhiyao trembled deep down. Kang Kyung Chwas words were very harsh, but also very realistic. Only when the capability of each person in the team have been boosted and continuously improving, can the team be considered as indestructible. If they relied on the strongest one person, or a few people, their achievements would only be limited. Fortunately, though Nuo was indignant earlier, he was also brave in admitting his mistakes. He apologized very quickly. Sorry, Coach Kang, my view was too narrow. I will work hard in training and raise my hand speed and response capacity. After Mo Huaifeng finished tranting, Kang Kyung Chwa nodded and did not say anything more. Ji Zhiyaos heart that had been lifted because of Nuo was finally eased gradually. But he had not rxedpletely when he heard Mo Huaifengs slightly cold voice and instantly froze. Had I known earlier that you were so dumb, I would have thrown you out with a kick. Nuo felt like weeping but had no tears. Captain, I was wrong, please dont deride me. Im deriding you? Xu Fan, you think it through, as long as its an eSports yer with a brain, who would act like how you did, questioning the coachs words? The remaining people in the training room who had sighed in relief because Kang Kyung Chwa had not spoken, instantly had their hearts lifted again. Because Mo Huaifengs tone was really very cold. They couldnt remember thest time their Captain had spoken such stern words. Usually they lived together and also yed together during trainings, thought Mo Huaifeng looked like he was not to be trifled with, but he was actually the most protective over them. Even when they had made some mistakes from time to time and Mo Huaifeng reprimanded them with a long face, it wasnt as serious as it was now. But now that Nuo had suffered a scolding from the new coach, not only did Mo Huaifeng not console him, he was instead even harsher. Even though they knew that Mo Huaifeng meant well for the team, they still shivered in fear. Nuo hung his head in dejection. Captain, I was indeed in the wrong earlier. Dont be angry, I will work hard. Think through it yourself. Ji Zhiyao silently watched as Mo Huaifengs gaze left Nuo; when it swept past him, it was still slightly cold. Chapter 132

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios He suddenly felt a little ufortable at heart. Ji Zhiyao consoled himself, perhaps this was his first time seeing Captain being truly fierce and wasnt too used to it. Nuos incident had just blown past, Kang Kyung Chwa announced his requirement for them to use this program to build up their response capacity, at least four hours a day. Two dayster, he wanted to see the effect of their practice. The atmosphere of the entire training room was a little depressed, no one spoke. Ji Zhiyao silently sat back into his seat,unched the little program and started to train. Then Ji Zhiyao realized that Mo Huaifeng whose seat was beside him did not return to his seat, and his voice sounded from behind him, very soft, seemingly conversing with Kang Kyung Chwa. Ji Zhiyao was instantly a little distracted, clicking on the colored blocks while listening to what they were talking about. Not more than a few minutester, Ji Zhiyao then heard Xiao speaking. ... Now the condition that I can sense by myself is basically as such, Captain, help me to ask coach, for the extent of my kind, how long can I train for? Mo Huaifeng spoke a few sentences of Korean, after hearing Kang Kyung Chwas answers, he seemed to be slightly hesitant. Until Xiao urged him, did reply in a low voice. He asked, how far do you wish to recover till? Or, in other words, for the sake of recovery, how much pain can you endure? Ji Zhiyaos heart abruptly skipped a beat, the speed at which the mouse clicked on the colored blocks slowed down at the same time, a Game Over was disyed on the screen of theputer. No wonder Mo Huaifeng was that hesitant, the question was really asked too ingeniously. ording to Xiaos mentality, he would definitely hope to be able to recover until his peak condition in a short period of time. And for Kang Kyung Chwa to speak this way, he probably had a way to help, but it mighte with certain risks. Mo Huaifeng was worried about Xiao, but didnt want to disappoint Xiao too. Hence he hesitated for a moment, but still conveyed the original words to him. As expected, Xiao already could not control his excitement. Of course I want to return to my peak condition, if Im unable to do that, at least my standard would be that of an average professional jungler yer. Captain, you help me to tell coach, my endurance is very high, as long as I can resume my capabilities, no matter what means, I am willing to try. Ji Zhiyao could not help but sighed lightly in his heart and began to pray that Kang Kyung Chwas training method wasnt too tough. Kang Kyung Chwa said several more sentences, Mo Huaifeng said, He said, if you want to recover, take it that youve never had a hand injury. Xiao seemed to have gone nk, Mo Huaifeng quickly added on, But I dont advise you doing so. Xiao was still slightly nk at first, but hearing Mo Huaifengs words that seemed to be dissuading him, he could not help it and said, But Captain, Coach Kang said its fine... He did not. ... Huh? Mo Huaifeng emphasized once more. He did not say, that if you train like this, you will be fine. Xiao paused for a moment before he spoke again, his voice bitter. But Captain, if Coach Kang is willing to help, this is definitely an opportunity. I dont want to practice against bots everyday anymore, to me, it is too tragic. Mo Huaifeng stopped talking. Ji Zhiyao who had been secretly listening to their voices with his back against them pursed his lips. It was silent for a while, Mo Huaifeng was the first to break the ice. I can only let you train along with the team, but you must listen to my arrangement for the intensity of the first week. In the second week, you can train with Coach Kang, I have no objections. Xiao immediately became excited. Okay, Im alright with that, Ill listen to whatever Captain says. Mo Huaifeng shared a few more words with Kang Kyung Chwa again, then said to Xiao, Today Im only allowing you to train with the colored blocks for an hour. Okay. It quickly turned quiet behind him, there werent anymore sounds. Ji Zhiyao heard a set of footsteps by his ear, getting closer and closer. Mo Huaifeng pulled out the chair and sat down. Ji Zhiyao couldnt hold back and turned his face to nce at Mo Huaifeng and found that Mo Huaifeng was also looking in his direction. Only what Mo Huaifeng was looking at was his results from the previous round of colored blocks. Ji Zhiyao turned back again and realized that his results from earlier were a slightly agonizing sight. 17 seconds, not even as good as Nuo. Ji Zhiyao coughed twice guiltily. Hearing Ji Zhiyao cough, Mo Huaifeng frowned then poured some water into a cup and handed it to him. Choked? Ji Zhiyao nodded, feeling extremely sinful. I see, looking at your results, you must have yed while coughing? ... Captain I was wrong. Mo Huaifeng darted a nce at him indifferently, Ji Zhiyao instantly felt as if there were thorns all over his back. Then Mo Huaifeng asked, You heard everything? A very definite tone. Ji Zhiyao nodded his head. Mo Huaifeng said softly, Dont try to persuade Xiao in private, he is the type that once he has set his mind on something, he wont listen to any urging. Both of you also share the rtionship of a starter and reserve, Im afraid he would overthink. Ji Zhiyao looked slightly surprised at Mo Huaifeng. He had never thought of things this way; he didnt expect that Captain would think this far. Followed by surprise, he felt touched. Having to worry about their health, considering how they get along with each other, and also having to think about how to provide them... There wasnt anyone else who put more heart into the team. However, though he knew his Captain was taking precautions beforehand, Ji Zhiyao still inevitably felt a little heavy-hearted. Captain dont worry, I know my limits. As if he had made out Ji Zhiyaos sadness, Mo Huaifeng paused and reached out to rub his hair. For situations that have not urred, you dont have to be too mindful. Ji Zhiyao did not expect that Mo Huaifeng would suddenly have such an intimate movement, he froze for a moment and presently blushed from suppressing himself before blurting out, A mans head cannot be randomly touched, Captain why are you like this? Tsk, shall I touch it back for you? Go away go away! Dont think that just because you are the Captain you can freely behave like a hooligan! Shut up, get back to training, if you continue b*tching Ill deduct your sry. Damn it, other than using this to threaten people, does his Captain know anything else? For four hours, there was only the clicking sounds of mice in the training room and the pping sounds of slippers in a haste when they went to the washroom. When the color block training ended, it was already past 8 PM. Everyone was starving till they could feel their backs touch their chests, before they realized that they havent had dinner. When Kang Kyung Chwa announced that everyone could rest, they then supported one another and walked into the dining room. It was during the moment when Ji Zhiyao stood up to move to the dining room when he felt that he was about to faint from hunger, his temples throbbed merrily and pieces of snowkes floated before his eyes. With very strong survival instincts, he reached out to ce his arm around Mo Huaifengs shoulders. Captain help me, Im starving. Mo Huaifeng supported Ji Zhiyao, as he was worried that he would fall, he even specially held onto his cor. Are you okay? Not too good, Captain let go of my cor, Im suffocating. My bad, forgot about the height difference. Ji Zhiyao, with grief and indignation, rolled his eyes several times and came back to life from being enraged. Chapter 133

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Dinner made by auntie was especially sumptuous, even for the fruit sd they were given a small te each, much less needed to be said about the rest. With the exception of K who didnt like to eat fruits, the rest of them started eating very happily, till they were so full that they had a stomach-ache. K used his fork to forcefully jab at the apple in his te, saying really sadly, I dont want to eat these. Heng spoke up, Dont do that, eating fruits replenishes vitamins, an apple a day keeps the doctor away. But I usually dont see the doctor anyway. Nuo joined in. Think about how auntie painstakingly delivered the fruits, then went through the trouble of washing them, do you not feel that its a shame to waste them? Its not that bad, with the amount that you guys ate, Im sure auntie will feel very gratified. Xiao took his turn. Well deduct the cost of the wasted fruits from your sry, this way will you finish them all? This friend here, please find out how much my annual sry is, before youe and speak to me. Three veterans took the field, all returned defeated. An idea shed through Ji Zhiyaos mind and he said, Pal, eat it. At this age, if you persist in eating some fruits everyday, you probably can still grow a little more. Hence K who was yet to be 1.8m began to hesitate, stuttering as he asked, ... Really? Nuo and Heng who didnt manage to persuade him both angrily made boo sounds at K. Mo Huaifeng curled his lips slightly, Xiaofei almostughed till he passed out. The few of them bantered for a while. sensing that it was about time, they stood up and left the dining room, returning to the training room to continue training. This time it was ranked matches that they were used to. But Kang Kyung Chwas consideration included thepeting system of the international league and suggested that other than practicing ying matches alone and as five, they should also decide on the choice of yers to form the three-man team. After all thepeting system of both the national qualifiers and the international league was victory for the team with three wins out of five matches, allposing a 1v1 match, a 3v3 match and three matches of 5v5. But first they had to practice ying alone in a team, Kang Kyung Chwa needed to study their individual skill level andbat ability, to estimate the possibility of each of them expanding their capabilities. While waiting to match up and enter a game, Ji Zhiyao stretched his fingers back and forth, and calmly darted a nce at Kang Kyung Chwa behind him, suddenly feeling a little nervous. But his mental strength had been trained up long ago since he livestreamed himself gaming, hence this bit of nervousness did not affect his performance, instead there was a sense that he had exceeded his previous standard. After finishing one match, Ji Zhiyao turned back and saw Kang Kyung Chwa who was furiously scribbling on his notebook. Kang Kyung Chwa sensed his gaze and actually looked up and smiled at him, then said a long paragraph. Ji Zhiyao looked toward Mo Huaifeng for help and surprisingly found that Mo Huaifeng looked to be in a good mood. He said, Coach Kang said, you yed quite well, he hopes that you will continue to maintain your mindset and make good improvements. Really? He was resigned and reached out to give Ji Zhiyao a knock on his head. Why are you smiling like a fool, continue with training. Ji Zhiyao nodded, Okay. Hence he turned back and continued training with ranked matches. Another match ended, Mo Huaifeng finally finished moving around with Kang Kyung Chwa and had the time to sit down. Seeing the victory disyed on Ji Zhiyaos screen, Mo Huaifeng said, Coach Kang was closer to their jungler when he used to be with Vita, you can talk to him more, there should be great benefits for you. Ji Zhiyao nodded. Okay, Captain, I got it. Call Heng, tell him to join us for a game as three when hes done with this match. Game as three? Were they going to practice ying as three already? As the jungler in a 3v3 match isnt very big, the number of times Ji Zhiyao practiced a 3v3 was even less than the number of times he practiced a 1v1 solo. With some eagerness, he pulled off Hengs ear-mic, while Hengs eximed Oh f*ck oh f*ck NoHomo dont make trouble Im going to lose, he said Brother, quickly finish this match ande y as three, Captain and I are waiting for you. Heng: Going to practice 3v3? Okay, Ill be there asap, at most ten minutes more. Wait for me. Hence Ji Zhiyao watched Heng yed for ten over minutes, atst, in the moment when Hengs crystal was destroyed, he sessfully added insult to the injury. Rookie. Heng: What have I done wrong? Donte crying and begging for daddy to carry youter. Ji Zhiyao: Actually Im only afraid of an idiot who managed to attain the results of 2/5/3 in a match against amateurs using an alternate ounting to beg me. Heng: You got to get the facts right first, if it werent for stupid teammates intending to just let me carry them, would I be so angry that I afk-ed? Ji Zhiyao: Yet, even if you afk-ed towards the end, to be able to create such results at the front, youre also quite lousy. Mo Huaifeng: So good at talking, should I leave a room at the base for both of you to argue? Ji Zhiyao and Heng exchanged nces then shut up, hurriedly entering the custom room that Mo Huaifeng opened, as fast as they could be. Mo Huaifeng: Tsk. All three of them had entered the room, but Mo Huaifeng did not click on Start Match. Ji Zhiyao peeked at him questioningly and felt that Mo Huaifeng was taking his time, seemingly waiting for someone. As it turned out, Ji Zhiyaos sense wasnt wrong. After a while, sure enough, three unknown people appeared in the opponents side of the custom room. Mo Huaifeng turned on the public ear-mic, speaking very slowly, Its here, its the right ce. Then Ji Zhiyao heard a few more voices in his earphones, they were chattering on in anguage that he did not understand. However, the way they spoke and their tone were very simr to Kang Kyung Chwa, probably Koreans... Mo Huaifeng was currently using Korean tomunicate with them, after a short exchange, one of them from opposite suddenly spoke Chinese, a little stiff, but it was possible to understand. Brother Huaifeng, rest assured, we can begin. Ji Zhiyao and Heng were dumbfounded. Rest assured? Rest assured about what? Yet they did not have too much time to think because Mo Huaifeng clicked directly on Start Match. Mo Huaifeng: NoHomo to top, Heng mid, Im bottom. Ji Zhiyao: Okay. Heng: Got it, Captain. Three of them split and arrived at their respectivenes. Ji Zhiyao walked into his turret and realized that his opponent, like him, was also a jungler. Even the champion that both of them had chosen was the same one. Ji Zhiyao frowned, he had a sense of foreboding that the encounter this time definitely wouldnt be pretty. Hence Ji Zhiyao became cautious, he did not y as he usually did, but defended the turret and developed cowardly. As he was killing the minions cautiously, Ji Zhiyao heard some muttering from their opponent, spoken with a faint sense of confusion. He then had a premonition. His choice seemed to be correct. Ji Zhiyao hence rxed slightly. But when he used his peripherals and darted a nce at the situation on the mini map, then shifted his gaze but to the front, he realized that his opponent who was originally at the middle of thene as if having expected that he would be distracted, had suddenly fired, rushing to him in a matter of a few seconds and started to release abination of abilities. Chapter 134

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Seeing that his opponents speed was so fast, Ji Zhiyao instantly became slightly panicky, his mind nked out, and he relied solely on his subconscious to resist his opponentsbined abilities. Thus First Blood. First blood, emerged. Ji Zhiyao blinked nkly, his mind only able to think about one thing. How could the opponent be so fast? How was that possible? If he had topare, usually his fans in the livestream room all said that his hand speed was from being single for 20 years, inparison, the opponent before him would probably have been single for 30 to 40 years. A few seconds of respawn time passed quickly. Ji Zhiyaos left hand thatid on the keyboard trembled uncontrobly, he even couldnt attend to checking on Mo Huaifeng and Hengs current situation, inhaling deeply, steadying his fingers, he controlled his champion to set off once more. Yet less than ten minutester, the same thing reurred. Staring fixedly at the gray screen before him, Ji Zhiyao felt that his throat was a little dry. That encounter with the opposite jungler just now, where had he gone wrong again? Used his abilities too early? Or did not retreat enough distance when he was fighting, that led to the opponent sessfully catching up to him? Or his second abilitys stun was zero point something second slower because he had been too nervous? Ji Zhiyao felt as if he had sunk into a weird hole, as if he couldnt match up to his opponent in any aspects, resulting in his mind being cold and nk throughout even before they finished the match. Respawn time ended once more, Ji Zhiyao heard Mo Huaifengs voice by his ear. Dont be anxious, y slowly, we stand a chance. Yet Ji Zhiyao quickly realized that he waspletely deaf to those words. The more he was singlehandedly killed by the opposite jungler, the more he wanted to show that he had the ability to kill his opponent singlehandedly, to prove that his existence was an indispensable one to the team. Then he fell even harder. At the end, the topne that he defended was ganged up upon and sessfully pushed down by the opponents, when his teams crystal was hammered till it was left with thatst trifle of health, Ji Zhiyao seemingly heard the voices of the opponents and at the same time, with tacit understanding, automatically tranted those words that came with traces of a smile into Chinese to himself. Look at the opposing jungler, what a joke, virtually the lousiest yer Ive seen in my career, which outdated, cheap battleteam is he a member of? The Chinese battleteam to enter the international league this year, absolutely wouldnt be them. Swallowing several times with difficulty, Ji Zhiyao could clearly feel that there was cold perspiration sliding down the side of his face. Until a ss of 7UP with ice added and a straw was ced before him Ji Zhiyaos vision followed along the arm of the big hand that was ced on the outside of the ss and gradually met Mo Huaifengs face. Mo Huaifengs expression was a peacefulness that he had not expected. Ji Zhiyao could not help but drop his gaze. He did not reach out to touch that ss. A proper 3v3 match, and it ended this way because of him. He felt especially sorry towards Mo Huaifeng. 1 7 2. Mo Huaifeng stared deeply at Ji Zhiyao and didnt say anything else, but picked up his phone and spoke a line of Korean into the ear-mic. While so, Heng reached over and patted Ji Zhiyaos shoulder twice. And this action seemed to have woken Ji Zhiyao, he reluctantly tugged up the corner of his lips towards Heng, then wrapped his right hand around the mouse and looked at the results that had shed out. His results were 2/6/0 Moving upwards, Hengs results were 3/5/1 and Mo Huaifengs 6/3/2. As expected, he was the worst of them all. Comparatively speaking, Hengs results werent too good too, it seems that when they werening earlier, he had had quite a bit of trouble. Ji Zhiyao looked down and happened to see the ss that Mo Huaifeng had ced, the carbonated drink in it formed a smallyer of bubbles on the side of the ss and looked very pretty. He kept silent for a few seconds, leaned forward, his teeth biting on the straw as he sipped, his entire person felt as if he had sobered up instantly. Finishing therge ss of drink without stopping, Ji Zhiyao huped from being filled by the air bubbles. He pushed the ss aside and squinted at theputer screen. Just when he thought he had made great improvements and was feeling pleased with himself, reality mercilessly gave him a head-on blow. There were still many aspects where he had to improve in. The opponents that he faced earlier might not even be a battleteam that had a cing in the international league, and in the future, as long as Mix makes it into the international league and gets thrashed again like, it would be too embarrassing. For now, he was merely a little reserve in the team with no reputation, a newbie on thepeting stage, such results werent considered embarrassing, but if he yed like this in the future... Ji Zhiyao thought, even if its simply for the sake of not letting others feel that Mo Huaifengs judgment was problematic, he would have to pull himself up and use his capabilities to prove himself. Having reflected with a level mind, Ji Zhiyao felt much better at heart. He stared seriously at the results on the screen, analyzing the difference between the equipment bought by himself and the opposite jungler, wanting to find where else his opponent had surpassed him, other than in hand speed. After a detailedparison, he then realized that the opponent for the sake of enhancing his speed, had bought three pairs of elerating boots. This also meant that out of a total of eight equipment spaces, there were three that the opponent dedicated to speed. Speed from the elerating boots is umted through addition, in order words, earlier on, his opponent was fast not only because of his hand speed, but also included the increase in speed for the champion itself due to the equipment. But Ji Zhiyao was a little confused, if too much equipment was to increase speed, other aspects would be neglected, such as mana, or damage, wasnt the opponents jungler worried about these problems? If he could, he wanted to try... Ji Zhiyao was pondering over these questions when he heard Mo Huaifeng stop his conversation with the few people from earlier and turned to ask them. What thoughts? After a few seconds of silence, Heng said, Earlier on the technique of the opposing midner was very special, I recognized it. Captain, he is Koreas King battleteams Boxer right? Hearing the name King, Ji Zhiyaos pupils involuntarily contracted. King Battleteam! As Koreas very first eSports battleteam formed for Heroes, they were the fully deserving kings of Heroes. Once, the champions for three seasons of the international league. An existence that made North America, Japan, Chinese and numerous morepeting regions tremble in fear upon hearing about them. Earlier, their opponent was them? Ji Zhiyao looked toward Mo Huaifeng and heard him say, Yes, the three people earlier, were King battleteams jungler, midner and ADC respectively. How do you feel now? Heng was the first to reply with a bitter smile. Where would there be any feeling? Were notcking just a tiny bit. Then both of them looked towards Ji Zhiyao together and found that he appeared rather puzzled Ji Zhiyao said, Their ying habits are quite different from our usual ones, we need to think over it in detail. Heng was surprised. Damn, brother, earlier on I even thought you would just burst out crying, I didnt expect that you actually thought about all these? Dont use me, Im not, I didnt, dont spout nonsense, please take note. Mo Huaifeng did not speak, Ji Zhiyao secretly looked over a little nervous and saw Mo Huaifeng with his lips slightly curled up, looking at him with a vague smile. Ji Zhiyaos heart skipped a beat and he intentionally acted as if nothing had happened. Captain, why are you staring at me? Was I wrong in what I said? Nothing, just kind of missing the times when you cried over other battleteams. Captain youre so perverted. Mo Huaifengs reply was neither soft nor harsh. Tsk. He sat upright and said in all seriousness, This 3v3 match is considered to be a wake-up call for us. Right now, to be greatlycking aspared to King battleteam, is very normal. As the primary damage dealing positions, you guys have to adjust your mindsets properly. Heng nodded. Dont worry Captain. Ji Zhiyao also nodded his head. Mm, I will continue to work hard. Good. Heng suddenly asked, full of interest. Captain, how did you and King get to know each other. I remember Ive never heard you mention that. Ji Zhiyao also looked towards Mo Huaifeng with curious eyes. Mo Huaifeng squinted at them, then said, We knew each other from the previous national qualifiers. Their Captain is also an ADC, Im more familiar with him. Heng was in awe. Cool. I suddenly feel like my Captain is a treasure boy, theres nothing he cant do. Mo Huaifeng grinned. Would you like to have a taste of the treasure boys little fists? Ji Zhiyao who witnessed the entire course of things snorted out loud. The three of them chatted for a while and returned to continue with training. Ji Zhiyao chose to do the colored blocks practice. In the match earlier, he then realized how great a difference there was between his hand speed and that of Kings jungler, who ranked 5th internationally. Perhaps the difference between then wasnt totally because of hand speed, but it was definitely a big part of the reason. Since he couldnt match up, then he would practice. There woulde a day, where he would be able to catch up. ... Two dayster. Kang Kyung Chwa entered the training room and began with a retest for the colored blocks program. As professional yers, from beingpletely unfamiliar to gradually adapting to it, there should be an increase in everyones results. The first to be tested was Mo Huaifeng, as he began with arge base number and had also gone through such program training in Korea previously, his change was the smallest, only increasing by three seconds to hit 45 seconds. Next was Heng, he improved by four seconds, reaching 35 seconds. Followed by Xiaofei and K, both of them added six seconds. Ji Zhiyao improved by eight seconds. Last was Nuo, perhaps because Kang Kyung Chwas words that day touched him very deeply, he worked especially hard during training these past few days, the amount of time he hung on for increased by nine seconds, as he hit 28 seconds. Although this result was still the bottom one within the team, Nuo was still very happy. Even Kang Kyung Chwa, after seeing his result, had very surprisingly praised him, Very good. Just as Nuo was feeling pleased, Mo Huaifeng, Mo Huaifeng nced at him and said quickly after Kang Kyung Chwa. Not too bad, as the only person in the team to not go above 30, you provided a source of constion for the rest. Nuosughter instantly became sobbing. Actually the one who surprised Kang Kyung Chwa the most was probably Ji Zhiyao, because as a damage dealing position, to improve this much so quickly, he must have put in painstaking effort to practice. But Mo Huaifeng wanted Ji Zhiyao to continue maintaining his mentality of working hard and specially did not trante this portion. When the colored blocks test ended, Ji Zhiyao did not return to seat to train like the others, instead he said to Mo Huaifeng, Captain, I have a question that I would like to ask Coach Kang. Go ahead. Ji Zhiyao said, In that 3v3 match with King a few days ago, I realized that their jungler gave three out of eight equipment spaces to speed. I would like to ask Coach Kang, is such ying style currently very popr in Korea? And giving too many spaces to speed, will it affect the other skills? Kang Kyung Chwa listened to Mo Huaifengs trantion very seriously, then gave a very long reply. Ji Zhiyao heard Mo Huaifeng say, He said, in Korea, the eSports industry is considered developed, every yer is bold enough to make attempts in the directions that they wish to. For example, speed flow which you mentioned, there are many professional yers who have made attempts in this direction and there are also many who have achieved good results, you can of course try it out too. As for the impacts you spoke about, he said hed heard of amon saying of China, known as, Amongst all the martial arts in the world, only swiftness is invincible. If you think about it carefully, was the jungler champion that the yer had picked deviated towards speed in the first ce? The modeling of Heroes is very intact, since each role has different attributes, there would definitely exist a meaning that matches it. If youre interested, you can by all means explore by yourself. Ji Zhiyao stood quietly and thought for a while, then nodded his head, saying as if absorbed in thought, Thank you coach, I will be sure to make proper attempts. Watching Ji Zhiyao return to his seat, Kang Kyung Chwa suddenly spoke up and conversed with Mo Huaifeng, entirely in Korean. I heard he hasnt even yed an official tournament at the moment? If thats the case, then his gift is really not bad. He could actually sense the difference between various schools of ying in Chinas slightly backward eSports scene. You must know, even in Korean, this is also something that a portion of professional yers do not have. Yes, he is indeed a very talented being. Perhaps at present his skills have yet to reach the extent to rank amongst the top few in the world, but I believe that there will be a day where he will reach there. Hes a reserve? Thats right, hes not part of the starting lineup at the moment. I think Koreans eSports environment is more suited for his development, since thats the case, how about giving him up to Vita battleteam? Havent you already left Vita? Though Ive left, but adding a reserve for them is still something I can do. What do you think? Do think about it. Dont assume that because you are a coach, I will agree to your request. No matter how many times you repeat yourself, I will only have one answer, impossible. Hey, you rascal. Virtually too disrespectful to elders. ... [Title: The little cutie pie who also has gossip about the eSports scene to share today. As an experienced fan of eSports, if you ask me which battleteam is my favorite, I will say the name King without hesitation. Okay, herees the problem. This afternoon, I was watching King battleteams Boxer darlings livestream rey and suddenly found a problem, not sure if there are friends who caught the same thing as I did. In darlings list of match results that shed, I think I saw the few letters, Mix.Fi. To prove that Im really not blind, I specially went on my alternate ount and went to dig Fi-gods match results from yesterday afternoon (speaking about this you guys must praise me, you totally wouldnt know what a difficult task it is to go through the match history of a professional yer QAQ), then I saw the truth. Fi-god and King, really yed against each other yesterday!] [1stment: ? ? ? Wheres the gossip you promised? Whats with the suddeng after reading till here?] Chapter 135

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios [2ndment: Ive waited for OP for so long, at first I was so impatient that I wanted to go do a search by myself, after going through the match history for a while I realized... forget it forget it, OP is mighty, OP is assertive, Id better wait for the news from OP. LOL] [3rdment: Somehow I have a sense of foreboding that this incident must have something to do with Mixs attention seeking reserve again. Littlepanions who agree with me please give me a like, thanks.] [4thment: Waiting till daybreak for gossip.] [5thment: What has the attention seeking reserve done again? By the way, I strongly suggest naming the titles of such posts more concisely next time, for example only writing 818 Mix battleteams widely known attention seeking reserve, we will know to click and read it, hehe.] [6thment: OP is back, suddenly felt like shitting so I went to the washroom. Here let me continue to dig: Although I dont know what unspeakable rtionship Fi-god and Kings Captain Huahua share, its true that he invited King for a practice match. (Of course, the main leads are Fi-god, Heng and the attention seeking reserve that you guys wanted to see.) Let me tell you guys what the results I discovered were: Fi-god, expectedly attained the good results of 6/3. (Thrashed Huahua, I reckon Huahua would be crying while regretting epting this practice match LOL) Next is Heng, 3/5. (This result I can reluctantly ept, after all Boxer darling is the best!) Following that the greatly anticipated highlight of the show has arrived. Did you guys think the attention seeking reserve managed to turn the game around? He did not. By the means of the exceptional results of 2/6, he stillid steadily on the floor, waiting to be carried! But its alright, hes still a man with backing! Because his results were really too poor, Fi-god even did away with all the other modes of practices and logged off directly. So, equally as members of Mix, even if Nuo is a support and Xiao cannot participate in 3v3 because of his hand injury, what about K and Xiaofei? Passed by directly? ?? I dont believe that right now Fi-god can still be considered a qualified captain. Yet I cant do anything about it.] [7thment: Yet my main point is that its been two days since thest time you posted, OP seems to be a little constipated LOL.] [8thment: As expected, after reading I dont have any other opinions other than feeling even more disgusted. Anyway this battleteam has already been given the death sentence in my heart and Fi-gods pastpetent captains image had also crumbled since a long time ago.] [9thment: Agree with the opinion above, also a certain team captain does not care about all these anymore. Anyway the national qualifiers are about to begin, well let them bounce about for another two days.] [10thment: Everyone should calm down. I dont think theres anything wrong with Fi-gods actions, because the best choices for 3v3 are damage dealing positions, and K is too stable, Xiaofei still immature, even for 3v3 its impossible for them to appear on thepeting stage, so they can only let Heng and IndefiniteFuture practice that. Is there anything wrong with this logic?] [11thment: The one above is a die-hard fan of a certain attention seeker yeah? I strongly rmend OP to gift him a muted set-meal, free of charge xoxo.] ... Two weeks of training camp passed by very quickly. On thest day, before Kang Kyung Chwa left Mix battleteam, he said some words. I have all along believed that Chinese eSports will one day grow to be developed. And in you guys, its as if Ive seen the hope of carrying on the eSports spirit. I hope that next year, I would be able to see your figures on the stage of the international league. It made everyone very unwilling to part. Yet being unwilling to part was one thing, after Kang Kyung Chwa left, everyone in Mix seemed to instantly resume their free ranging condition, each of them slumped in their seats. Nuo: Weve finally came out of it alive. I was suspecting that if I continue to practice a few more days of colored blocks, my eyes would go blind sooner orter. Heng: Lets have something good tonight? Mo Huaifeng: Starting from the 1st, five days of break. My treat tonight. Five days of break! Virtually a dream-like existence. Everyones eyes lit up together, instantly, the training room was filled with howls and cheers. Xiaofei: Long live Captain. Heng: Agree. Xiao: Agree. K: A bastard lives for a thousand years and a tortoise, ten thousand years. Ji Zhiyao: Captain Im reporting! Theres an idiot here seeking death. K: Damn it! NoHomo, youre pulling such a stunt, watch me beat you to death! Ji Zhiyao stood up, grinningly escaping Ks fists and said, I shall not continue ying with you guys, I wont be going to tonights dinner too. I havent been to school for two weeks, I keep feeling a little guilty at heart, Ill go back first to take a look. Xiao: My son, youre really too pitiful. Ji Zhiyao: Still fine, still fine, at the very least going to skill is a form of validation of me still in my youth. Xiao: Damn you get lost! Ji Zhiyao cracked a wide grin towards Xiao, pissing him off so much that he was boiling over in rage. Mo Huaifeng: The ne tickets were booked for tomorrow night yeah? Ill go to school to fetch you then. Ji Zhiyao pulled out his phone upon hearing that. I remembered it as tomorrow evening, hold on let me check again to confirm. Thats right, tomorrow evening 7:20PM. Captain, do you want me to wait for you at the front gate of the school? No need, just at the dorm building. Identity card, passport, phone, charger, wallet, clothes, see if theres anything you missed out? Ji Zhiyao patted his backpack. All packed. The important things are here, clothes are in the suitcase. Leave your suitcase at the base, Ill bring it with me when I leave. Okay. They conversed back and forth, the remaining people all looked dumbfounded. Heng felt like it was a dream and yet not a dream. Why do I feel like you guys have done something ambiguous behind our backs? Ji Zhiyao carried a strap of his backpack on his shoulder, saying with an expression of contempt, Brother, thats a grammatically wrong sentence. And Captain and I did not go behind your backs, arent we talking about it in front of you guys right now? Heng: So what are you guys doing? Ji Zhiyao darted a nce at Mo Huaifeng and hid the truth. I asked Captain to apany me to Disnend. Mo Huaifeng: Thats right, its just that. Xiao: So why did you guys change such a team activity into a two-person travel? Sounds so gay. Ji Zhiyao lifted his brow and asked slightly surprised, Brother Xiao, you want to go to? Join us? Xiao thought carefully for a moment and rejected him in just words. Forget it, the torture of a theme park packed with people during the holidays, Ill just let you and Captain experience it yourselves. Ji Zhiyao pursed his lips, then said, Ill head back to school first. See you guys after the break, brothers. Ji Zhiyao left the base. The May sun wasnt too ring, veryfortable as it shone down on him. He walked to the bus stop at the tech parks side, after waiting for ten plus minutes, he saw an S University school bus. He waved at the bus and it gradually came to a stop. Ji Zhiyao boarded and paid, then found a seat right at the back and sat down. Chapter 136

    Chapter 136: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The school bus moved slowly, Ji Zhiyao was originally especially awake, but his butt hadnt touched the seat for long and he was already dozing off. He hugged his backpack and slept all the way till the bus arrived at the university campus. When he opened his eyes and woke up once more, even the bus driver wasnt on the bus anymore. Ji Zhiyao rubbed his eyes and alighted the bus, his eyes drowsy with sleep and walked in the direction of the academic building. He had a lesson this period, Advanced Mathematics. Everyone from his dorm was already in the lecture theater for the lesson. Yang Bing had read his text and even helped to save him a seat. Ji Zhiyao walked up the stairs, already hearing the Advanced Mathematics lecturers bright and loud voice. He hid behind the window on the back door and swept the ce, realizing that Yang Bing and the rest were seated at thest few rows, which was easier for him to reach them. Hence he very lightly twisted the handle of the back door and snuck in. Fortunately, the lecturer kept staring at his textbook and did not see him. Ji Zhiyao sessfully reached his seat, then ced his backpack down and exhaled deeply. Yang Bing greeted, Old Ji, youre back. By the way, did you bring your books? Ji Zhiyao shook his head and asked with some hope, Did you help me to bring my books here? No, I just wanted to tell you, its just nice that you didnt bring your books, because even if you brought them you wont be able to understand the lecture anyway. Really, dont doubt me. I slept for five minutes in that period two weeks ago, I have never caught up even till now. Hence Ji Zhiyao sat there dully and watched the lecturer wave his arms andment on the affairs of the nation, till the lesson ended. With the end of this period, they did not have anymore lessons for this week. This made Ji Zhiyao slightly regretful that he hade to ss. Four of them returned to the dorm together, while on their way, Yang Bing asked where they were all nning to travel to for the vacation. Ning Lichao wanted to make a trip home, while Wen Heng had decided to stay in the dorm. Ji Zhiyao did not share his own ns in detail, only mentioning that he had some matters and needed to go overseas. Yang Bing said, I envy you, virtually a petite bourgeoisie lifestyle. Wen Heng agreed, Im envious. Ning Lichao echoed both of them. Im envious too. Ji Zhiyao changed the topic of the conversation. I really do have something on. But is there anything that you guys need, Ill buy and bring it back for you guys? Upon hearing this, Wen Heng suddenly became excited. US rara justunched a new set of headphones and keyboard a few days ago, I heard the touch and tone quality are especially good, but its only for sale locally. Old Ji, Ill transfer you moneyter, help me bring a set back? Okay. Ji Zhiyao agreed readily, then asked, Bing and Old Ning, how about the two of you? Need anything? Yang Bing replied, Help me bring a lipstick back. Yang Bing said a little shyly, Mothers Day ising, I havent really bought any gifts for my mum before, you guys know it. Ji Zhiyao patted his shoulder. Sure, just send me a screenshot of whichever type you wantter. In the time of their short conversation, they were already back at their dorm, Ning Lichao used his keys and opened the door and the few of them entered together. Ji Zhiyao was really a little sleepy, he threw his backpack on the table, climbed onto his bed and pulled back his covers, saying, Ill nap for awhile. If Im not up by dinner time, you guys dont have to wake me up. The training camp during the past two weeks was really tiring, I feel like my body has been emptied. Yang Bing nodded. Got it, go sleep. Hence Ji Zhiyaoid down very peacefully, yawned and soon fell into a deep slumber. Perhaps because he was really tired out, he slept especially well. By the time he woke up, it was already dark outside. To not disturb his sleep, his dorm mates did not turn on the lights. Ji Zhiyao pulled back his nket and sat up. He was still a little dazed, so he did not speak. Instead Ning Lichao was holding his cup, about to go get some water, he stood up from his seat and saw the person on the bed just sitting there when he turned around and was shocked. Oh f*ck me! Old Ji, why didnt you make any sound? Ji Zhiyao shook his head. I just woke up, haventplete sobered up. What time is it now? Its past 8 already, you can really sleep. Arent you hungry? Ji Zhiyao touched his empty stomach and smacked his lips. Seems like Im a little. Come down and eat, we brought some food back for you from the canteen. Ji Zhiyaos eyes popped out, as he climbed agilely down from his bed, pulling open the stic bag containing the food on the table, he did not forget to praise them. True brotherhood, dedicating the song A Grateful Heart to you guys. Ning Lichao pushed open the door to leave the dorm. There were a total of three dishes and a soup in the bag, and a container of rice, Ji Zhiyao had only eaten a good half of it and his stomach was already rounded. However, having leftovers was shameful, he forced himself to finish the rest of it, then he became so stuffed then he couldnt move at all. Having eaten and drank his fill with nothing to do, he turned on hisputer and started his livestream. This months livestream had not been done for a long while because of the training camp in theter half of the month, thus his sry would definitely be deducted. Yet he hoped that through hard work, he could as far as possible lessen the amount to be deducted. As he was in school, Ji Zhiyao did not turn on the camera as usual. The amount of people in the livestream was slightly more than usual, he was a little surprised and turned on his ear-mic to ask, How did all of you know that I would turn on livestream today? Are you guys Sherlock Holmes? [LOL I shall not tell you its because I saw Hengs Weibo and knew that youre done with training camp.] [Came over from Hengs Weibo +1, thisrade, do you not look at your own teammates Weibo?] [The moment training camp ended and he cant wait toe out and seek attention again, truly heh.] [Backing dog.] [Those two in front, if youre unwilling to watch MelonRinds livestream just scram, what are you guys thinking, sending hate here all day?] Ji Zhiyao nced at those twoments and totally did not take them to heart, only smiling and saying, Ive been found out. Ill tell you guys secretly. Usually I dont look at my teammates Weibo at all, were all stic friendships. You mustnt go tell on me at Hengs side.] [The way you spout nonsense in all seriousness can be said to be very adorable.] [My son keeps trying to find hate for himself all day, what to do?] [Ahhh MelonRind dont y around, all the haters in your livestream were just waiting for that line.] Ji Zhiyao replied, If there really are haters, they would be able to spread hate about me no matter what. Since thats the case, its more important to have fun with all of you. [Touching.jpg] [Honey dont be scared, mummy loves you forever.] [QAQ hugs you!] [So disgusting.] [MelonRind, I heard your training camp is very tough, do you guys get a break after that?] Ji Zhiyao upon seeing thatment and quickly began promoting his Captain desperately. Yes yes yes! A whole five days! Really, our Captain is simply too good to us, all the littlepanions passing do show some love for him! [Ohmygosh what demon are you, why are you so excited the moment Captain is mentioned?] [Dj vu of a little pup.] [What are you nning to do during the break? Will you make up for livestream hours for us?] About that... Chapter 137 Chapter 137: Untitled Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao said tactfully, You guys have to give me some personal space, if not I will definitely be worn out. [Seems like MelonRind wont be agreeing to our requests, Ill first hug my chubby self with a pained heart.] [What personal space do you want? Are you still carrying on with your livestream hours for May?] [Cant you be a little more professional and devoted to work?] [Suddenly-not-wanting-to-let-MelonRind-go series.] Ji Zhiyao consoled the fans in the livestream room. Dont miss me too much. After the break is over, Ille back and do livestreams for you all. No matter what they said, he must do whatever was necessary to apany Captain during these few days of break. So for all his fans, he could only make it up to them after he returned from break. ... The cab stopped before the airport, Ji Zhiyao saw Mo Huaifeng who was still in deep sleep with his eyes closed and suddenly wanted to be mischievous for a while. He tugged his mask downward, then let go, letting it snap back. Mo Huaifeng opened his eyes very quickly, staring expressionlessly at Ji Zhiyao. Ji Zhiyao was not in the least bit guilty. Captain, were here, quickly get up! Call out one more time, Ill throw you out. Go ahead, throw me out and therell be no one else to y with you. If it wasnt because he liked this person, with him being so deserving of a beating, even beating him to death would be considered trivial. Both of them alighted and walked in the airport while dragging their suitcases. All the way, because they wore masks, there werent as many people who looked at them aspared to the past. They very smoothly collected their boarding pass, passed the security checks, boarded the ne and settled in their seats. After the ne took off, Ji Zhiyao turned on hisptop to watch videos that he had downloaded previously. Whereas Mo Huaifeng directly asked for two nkets from the air stewardess and handed one of it to Ji Zhiyao, his chocte brown eyes filled with warning. I want to sleep, dont disturb me. Ji Zhiyao covered the nket over his legs while he was at it and said casually, Captain, do I look like such a silly person? Yes, so quickly shut your mouth. Ji Zhiyao felt very aggrieved and turned his head, wanting to argue with his Captain but found that his eyes were already closed, his breathing even. Ji Zhiyao instantly shut his mouth tight. He could not hold back and took a few more nces at the resting Mo Huaifeng, even with the dark circles under his eyes he still looked especially handsome, not mention his thickshes, aquiline nose and lips slightly lighter in color. What the f*ck! What was he thinking about? Ji Zhiyao hastily shifted his eyes away, his breathing a little messed up. He almost reached out and gave himself a p across the face. Wake up, no matter how good looking Captain is, hes still a guy, he himself is a guy too. Species of the same gender, how could he have improper thoughts about Captain. He was a straight-thinking man, straight as a pen! Indeed, beauty harms man, this saying applies to everyone. Ji Zhiyao repeated several times Form itself is emptiness, emptiness itself is form at heart, then forced himself to turn his face towards another direction, staring fixedly at hisptops screen, not looking towards Mo Huaifengs side. Staring till the end, even Ji Zhiyaos eyes hurt. He reached out his hands to rub his eyes, and simply thought, out of sight, out of mind, then directly pulled the nket over his head and went to sleep with suppressed frustration. ... The next day, Ji Zhiyao was awakened by a cold cup ced on his forehead. He looked dazedly towards Mo Huaifeng and the cup of iced coffee in his hand, it took quite some time before his eyes focused. ... Captain, whats up? Mo Huaifeng took a sip of coffee. Because I wouldnt talk to you yesterday, you hid in the nket and cried? Did you not realize that your eyes are swollen? Ji Zhiyao reached his hands towards his eyes and touched, then was suddenly panic-stricken. Captain, how could you be like this? Did you hit me while I was asleep? If I were to hit you, I definitely wouldnt hit just your eyes. Ji Zhiyao pulled out hisptop, then vaguely looked at his eyes in the screen. It did look slightly swollen, but not terribly, not a big problem. Hence he sighed in relief and asked for a ss of iced water from the air stewardess. Hearing Mo Huaifengs words, Ji Zhiyao held the cup against his eyes while rebutting. Then where else do you want to hit me? Ass? ... Captain, youre really lusty. Mo Huaifeng stretched out his long legs. Not that bad. Ji Zhiyao finished icing his eyes with the iced water and sensed that his eyelids werent as swollen anymore, thus he turned to look at the beautiful azure blue outside the window, asking, Captain, what time is it now? Mo Huaifeng nced at his wrist watch. 9 AM. Four more hours to go. Ji Zhiyao yawned upon hearing that, his face also fell. Four hours. Then Ill watch videos for a while more. He opened hisptop once again then found an episode of a cartoon. Tom and Jerry. Ji Zhiyao giggled softly with suppressedughter while watching, causing Mo Huaifeng to be unable to resist it and look over in the end. What are you watching? Tom and Jerry. I saved more than 40 episodes of this in myptop, its especially funny. Captain do you want to watch it together? Ill give you one ear piece. You saved more than episodes? Yeah, just about enough for me to watch, why? May I ask how old you are this year? Ji Zhiyao very bluntly rolled his eyes at Mo Huaifeng, pausing the video, he said, Captain, your thinking is a little pedantic. Even art has no national boundaries, age of course isnt much too, right? He generously pulled out an ear piece, handing it to Mo Huaifeng. Come, watch it with me, youll definitely be addicted to it. Mo Huaifeng looked at Ji Zhiyao slightly speechlessly. Yet Ji Zhiyao looked very serious and insistent, he had no choice, and took the ear piece, stuffing it into his ear. Ill just watch it for a while with you. Trust me, in a while youll be rejoicing about your choice right now. Half an hour passed. Mo Huaifeng sat up in exasperation. Where would there be such a stupid cat? Didnt he know to go buy some cat food if he cant catch any mice? You asking a little cat to go buy cat food by himself? The government doesnt allow supernatural stories; do you know that such thinking is very dangerous? He can even understand humannguage, how is it different from having be a demon? Another ten minutes passed. Ji Zhiyao said, Captain, I feel like I am this mouse and you, this big dog. Each time, the moment I do something wrong I will cowardlye begging for constion and protection, then youll treat me like your own little darling. The sky brightened up, please wake up. Is having a little darling like me making you feel terrible? You feel terrible without being mischievous each day, what do you think? Mo Huaifeng continued. If I were to die early, itll all be purely because of being angered by you. He had originally intended to have some entertainment with Mo Huaifeng, in the end, he got so pissed off. Currently, Ji Zhiyao especially felt like mming hisptop onto the face of the team dictator who would resent the heavens and earth the moment there was disagreement. Chapter 138

    Chapter 138: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios All the way till they alighted the ne, Ji Zhiyao did not take another nce of the cartoon, neither did he give Mo Huaifeng a good attitude. Los Angeles weather was a little dry, not as humid as S City. The both of them hailed a taxi and headed to the hotel that they had booked beforehand. The journey took around half an hour and the taxi came to a stop at the entrance of the hotel. Mo Huaifeng pulled out his wallet and paid the fare and tip. When they alighted, the driver even smiled and said to them, Have a nice trip! Mo Huaifeng nodded. Thanks. He alighted, walked towards Ji Zhiyao who had gotten off beforehand, and took one of the suitcases. Lets go in. Ji Zhiyao nodded and walked side by side with Mo Huaifeng to enter the hotel. The receptionist was a beautiful Caucasiandy, she wore a uniform that was slightly smaller, appearing especially shapely and extremely alluring. Yet Mo Huaifeng indifferently gave his name then collected their room keys with his identification. Turning back, he saw Ji Zhiyao with his drifting gaze, unsure of where exactly he should look and almostughed out loud. He coughed once, then said, Our rooms are on the third floor, lets head up. Upon hearing that, Ji Zhiyao instantly looked as if he had gotten an order of special pardon, dragging the suitcases, he bowed and took the room keys in Mo Huaifengs hand. Captain, Ill open a path for you. They took the elevator upstairs. The rooms that theyd booked were next to each other, single rooms. Ji Zhiyaos English was only enough for day to day simple conversations, as such Mo Huaifeng even specially instructed that he must stay with him when they were to head out. Of course Ji Zhiyao agreed. His Captain was a multi-talented trantor, bringing Captain out with him, would very much put him at ease. Arriving at the front of their rooms, Ji Zhiyao dragged his suitcase into his room, temporarily separating from Mo Huaifeng. The room wasnt considered especially big, but it had all that it should, its decor was more of a Western style. Ji Zhiyao wasnt really mindful of the decor items, he only sat himself onto the bed, feeling that it was very soft, he then didnt have anyints about the room. He was to stay here for three days, everything else didnt matter, he just needed to be able to sleepfortably. Ji Zhiyao did some simple unpacking of his luggage, sensing that he was almost done, he grabbed his room key, carried his backpack and went to knock on Mo Huaifengs door. However, no one opened the door even though he had been knocking for quite some time, Ji Zhiyao naturally felt a little odd. But it was impossible that Mo Huaifeng would leave him behind and go out alone, hence he continued waiting for some time, he leaned into the rooms peeping hole and secretly peeked inside. Though he couldnt see anything, he still persisted in looking into it for very long. A few minutes passed, Ji Zhiyao had just shifted his eye away from the peeping hole when he heard a click, the door opened. Cap... Ji Zhiyaos ted voice broke off abruptly. He took a step back, looking slightly panic-stricken at the good physique with the six packs that was still dripping with water before him. Both of them stared at each other speechlessly for a while, Mo Huaifeng was the first to turn around, his voice soft and hoarse. Come in first, I just finished showering, its a little cold with the door open. Ji Zhiyao swallowed his saliva, entered the room with extreme difficulty and closed the door. He instinctively tugged tightly on the strap of his backpack as heughed dryly. Captain, what habit of yours is this? Why do you shower when you reach the hotel? Mo Huaifeng was still drying his hair, he nced at him upon hearing that. We just got off the ne, dont you feel ufortable not showering? Ji Zhiyao had originally felt fine, now that Mo Huaifeng had said it, he suddenly felt itchy all over. He awkwardly twisted his back, then dashed out, with no mind for his hunger. Captain, Ill go back for a shower first, Ille find you in a while. Mo Huaifeng was speechless. Hearing the sound of the door closing, he looked down and nced at his abs and the towel that covered below, then smiled without a sound. ... Ji Zhiyao finished his shower and stepped out of the bathroom while drying his hair. Walking to the front of the ceiling-to-floor mirror, he stopped in his steps and looked toward his t stomach in the mirror. The skin was very white, but there was none of the beauty of a male physique. ... Captain was undoubtedly an inte-addicted youth like him, where did his abse from? How infuriating. Ji Zhiyao walked away from the mirror with grief andmentation, standing by the bed to put on his clothes. After changing into a fresh set of clothes, he picked up his backpack again, headed out and went to knock on Mo Huaifengs door. This time Mo Huaifeng opened the door very quickly. Ji Zhiyao examined Mo Huaifengs physique from top to bottom, thinking he was being very secretive, especially at the stomach, his gaze could not help but remain for an extra few seconds. After examining, he voluntarily sighed deep down, while saying at the same time, Captain, Im dying of hunger. The airne meal sucked, I wasnt even full from it. Mo Huaifeng calmly concealed the smile in his eyes, he picked up the wallet and phone from the table, pulled out the room key and put it in his wallet, then saidzily, Lets go, were going to get dinner. As they expected to be too exhausted from the flight on the first day, both of them did not n on going out and hence did not go walk too far out, directly eating at a western restaurant nearby. After dinner, they returned to their own rooms. Ji Zhiyao sprawled out on his bed and yed with his phone. [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: Today, like the skies of Los Angeles, Im missing you.] [KisExtremelyHandsome: What the f*ck, Nuo you bastard shut up. Youre sitting with such a decent expression beside me, how think youe up with such coquettish words?] [ManagerYuanWei: Im about to puke from being disgusted.] [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: You guys are obviously jealous of my good looks and intelligence. Captain and NoHomo did you two see my previous message? Help me bring a perfume back will you, xoxo.] [XiaoFeiCannotFly: Perfume...] [Xiao: Perfume?] [MelonRind: Perfume? Brother, what do you want it for? We havent gotten the championship for the national qualifiers, even if you want to pick up girls, no one will pay attention to you, quickly sober up.] [Heng: HAHAHAHAHAHA NoHomo are you a demon!] [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: Faints, when did I say that the perfume was for my own use! Mothers Day ising, do you guys have some bit of conscience or not?] [DB.MHF: Thats a very nice thought. But I suggest you think carefully about what gift you should give me before Fathers Day.] [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: Captain is the number of sons you have still considered little? Why must you take advantage of me.] [KisExtremelyHandsome: @MelonRind [mocking] NoHomo, someones calling you here.] [Xiao: What do you guys want to do to my son? Quickly go away.] [MelonRind: Is this considered being innocently hit by a stray bullet?] [XiaoFeiCannotFly: Nuo reminded me, brother, when you guys help Nuo to get his perfume, do get a bottle for me too. I havent gotten a gift for my mum till now.] Hence the entire WeChat group that almost strayed from its original topic was forcefully brought back to it again by Xiaofei. Everyone in the group started discussing about the gifts to get for their officers for Mothers Day. Ji Zhiyao watched as they argued to death and was about to start a fight and twitched the corner of his lips speechlessly, deciding to go scroll Weibo and Tieba for a while before returning in a while to take note of what he had to buy for them. Chapter 139

    Chapter 139: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios When he entered Weibo, Ji Zhiyao automatically ignored the 99+ notifications. After scrolling the trending searches for a while, then looking through his followers posts and giving likes to the few gaming bloggers that he was familiar with. It wasnt that he didnt want to readments under his posts, but considering that there had been too many haters on his Weibotely, he didnt want to upset himself and decided he might as well not read them at all. Ji Zhiyao returned to WeChat, and found that they still werent done with their discussions and hence starting scrolling Tieba. He uses an alternate ount for Tieba, so it was very convenient for him to read everything includingments. The content that he was interested in also involved eSports. Hence, except for reading news about his own battleteam, Ji Zhiyao gathered several pieces of very interesting gossip. First it was a revtion by a person who imed to be an internal staff of Nx battleteam, the attitudes of the two Korean reinforcements that the club were very haughty, ordering the staff to serve only them and their needs everyday, and they dont train properly either. If things were to go on like this, Nx battleteam would lose its poprity sooner orter. Hence it was another scene ofmenting and deploring under the post. Some said the original jungler and topner were evidently very skilled at ying unfavorable matches, but was criticized till they quit the team by a bunch of illogical retards on Tieba; some said the club wasnt perceptive, having bought two Korean reinforcements who didnt even act like professional yers, there were also people who said that the club was ck in management, allowing two Koreans to step on and lord over them... There were all sorts ofments that said all sorts of things, when there was a disagreement they would carelessly push the me, Ji Zhiyao was a little tempted tough after reading them. Hence, the saying that the sess or failure of the affair is all due to the same person waspletely true. Back then, the original members of Nx were forced to quit the team by Tieba and Weibo and now they were being redeemed here by a bunch of people. Ji Zhiyao thought, even if they knew about this, they probably wouldnt be happy. Ji Zhiyao finished reading the post from top to bottom, then tapped to open the next one. [Title: Have you guys heard that a certain midner, eSports professional yer who yed for 8 years is gay? (This news was something my friend saw personally, no hate if its wrong) It was probablyst week, my friend went to a Starbucks, then saw a man wearing a mask entering while holding the hands of another. Initially she felt that being gay wasnt considered anything and at most only gave them several more nces. In the end she found that these two people left one after another, the man wearing the mask pulled off his mask and directly kissed the one behind... After my friend had a clear look of the persons appearance, she was instantly shocked! What the f*ck isnt that an eSports professional yer? Once part of the top four teams at the national qualifiers, a midner with as long as 8 years of professional experience. As a public figure... OP shall not make any judgment.] Ji Zhiyaos eyes widened involuntarily. The direction of this post was too explicit, 8 years of eSports professional experience, and a midner for one of the top four teams of the national qualifiers... Wasnt this referring to Bug battleteams midner DiamondJ? Ji Zhiyao hurriedly scrolled downwards and realized that it wasnt a small number of people who had guessed this. [1stment: Dont tell me this is my idol DiamondJ? Besides, my idol is obviously a lovable fatty, how could it be possible?] [2ndment: What the f*ck? DiamondJ is gay? He actually lied to the audience and fans this way, how disgusting.] [3rdment: Things said by thement above is rather interesting, DiamondJ has never mentioned that he wasnt gay before the public yeah. Whats wrong with liking males? He ys eSports, its not like hes part of the entertainment industry, sexual orientation can not prove any problems at all, results are everything.] [4thment: Only feeling disgusted that I was once a fan of such a battleteam, from today onwards Ive be a hater, a hater forever, no exnation.] [5thment: Why are they keeping such a person in a battleteam? Quickly make him quit the team.] [6thment: Suddenly imagined the scene of the great Diamond kissing another fatty, feels oddly happy.] [7thment: Even the Qing dynasty has fallen, all you radical beings should stop with your conservativements here? Was he eating rice from your house because he likes males? Beat DiamondJ before you say anything more.] ... It was a rather intense conflict between the people who supported and the people who objected, Ji Zhiyao silently finished reading all thements under this post, and following it was an endless silence. He stared with a spaced out mind at the ceiling for a while, then sent a screenshot of the post and into the group chat. The group chat that was originally chatting very merrily instantly sank into silence. After a few minutes, the first message appeared. [ManagerYuanWei: Unless DiamondJ steps out to refute the rumor and deny everything, his career is considered over.] Ji Zhiyao frowned and typed: [Hes a founding member of Bug battleteam and yed so many years of eSports, would the club really force him to retire?] [ManagerYuanWei: Its not that the club wants to force him, only because once this matter is confirmed to be true, most people definitely wouldnt ept DiamondJ as Bugs midner anymore. If the club still wants this team, abandoning him is inevitable.] [ManagerYuanWei: I know you guys might feel that the club is being too ruthless, but the aim of the clubs existence is to make money on the basis of maintaining he battleteam. If the battleteam is copsing... You guys can think of the oue.] [ManagerYuanWei: Right now their club has yet to make any announcements, I reckon this matter has not spread that much, or theyre already having discussions to handle the oue. It wouldnt take long, just wait.] [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: Look how things have be. If I was DiamondJ, I would definitely deny it all the way. His lover may be very important, but its equally important to be able topete too. Hell be retiring in less than two years, cant everything else wait till after he retires?] Ji Zhiyao curled his lip tightly. He also wasnt sure what he was thinking about, perhaps... It was slight disappointment towards the possible attitude that the club might take up? He stared at the ceiling for a while, then returned to look at his phones screen. [DB.MHF: Dont worry, such circumstances wont happen to you all.] [ManagerYuanWei: Speak of this I must really boast about our Captain, though hes full of obscenities, but hey, hes reliable. Our club is different from others; its meant to serve the battleteam.] [DB.MHF: Get lost.] [Xiao: Really, although Captains words made me very touched, I still feel like hes persuading all of us to engage in gay acts.] [Heng: Youre really something.] [DB.MHF: However, if you have the intention of engaging in gay acts, I do not object.] Ji Zhiyao stretched out a finger and poked the screen that was about to turn ck and saw that the certain someone represented by five letters was still assiduously rebutting the whole world and his lips suddenly curved into a light smile.] A few minutester, IndefiniteFuture published a new post. [IndefiniteFuture: Very thankful for everything that I have now. [sun] ] ... The next day Ji Zhiyao slept till reallyte. He had forgotten to draw his curtains before sleeping and was forcefully woken up by the sunlight outside. Perhaps because he wasnt very adapted to the weather here, the moment he woke up he realized his nose was partially blocked and his throat also slightly sore, like he was about to catch a cold. Hence he boiled a full kettle of water and downed two sses at once before he felt slightly better. After sitting around for a bit, Ji Zhiyao picked up his phone and found that Mo Huaifeng had sent him a WeChat text half an hour ago, asking if he was awake. Ji Zhiyao was afraid that Mo Huaifeng would be kept waiting, hence directly grabbed his room key and went next door to knock on the door. Mo Huaifeng opened the door very quickly. Ji Zhiyao leaned against the wall. Captain, I just woke up, just saw your text. Mo Huaifeng saw his slightly flushed nose tip and asked with a frown, You caught a cold? Temporarily not yet. Ill use a nket when I sleep tonight and drink more hot water and Ill be fine. Ji Zhiyao rubbed his nose, pulling out his phone to check the time. Its almost noon, lets quickly find a ce for a meal? Mo Huaifeng nodded. Okay. Sure, give me a moment, Ill go to my room to get my bag. Ji Zhiyao scanned his room key to open the door, entered and picked up his backpack that was already packed since dinnerst night and went out again very quickly to go look for Mo Huaifeng. Fast food restaurants could be seen everywhere on the American streets, either those or Western restaurants. Ji Zhiyao didnt really feel like having those, hence he asked for Mo Huaifengs opinion and hailed a taxi at once to head to the nearest Chinese restaurant. The taxi made many turns into another alley, as it drove all the way in, Ji Zhiyao saw a hotpot ce with a red Chinese sign by the roadside and tears instantly welled up in his eyes. He paid the taxi fare ahead of Mo Huaifeng, then pressed Mo Huaifeng to get out. Ji Zhiyao eximed, I can have hotpot! Really so blessed! I must eat moreter. Yet you also enjoyed the western food yesterday. Its different. Yesterday was because I was really too hungry. If you make me go there again today, I definitely wont be able to eat anything. The servers at their eating ce were also Chinese, speaking Chinese to them felt very warm. Upon seeing the familiar dishes on the menu, Ji Zhiyao worked up a big appetite at once and ordered ording to the amount enough for three to four people at the base. After they were done selecting their food, Mo Huaifeng and him yed with their phones facing each other. Not too longter, Ji Zhiyao saw Mo Huaifeng looking at his phone and frowning deeply. He had thought that something troublesome had came up and hurriedly asked, Captain, whats wrong? Mo Huaifeng paused for a moment, seeming slightly hesitant, when Ji Zhiyao repeated his question, he then said, Bug battleteam published a Weibo post just now. Ji Zhiyao froze. When what Mo Huaifeng had said hit him, he quickly searched for Bug battleteams official ount and tapped into the profile. Right at the top was a post that looked like this. [BugOfficialWeiboV: Due to personal reasons, Bug battleteams original midner @Bug.DiamondJ has decided to retire. A career as long as 8 years as a eSports professional yer, DiamondJ has brought uncountable glories to Bug battleteam. The club and battleteam as a whole, hereby sincerely wishes that everything goes well for DiamondJ in the future. Bug battleteams starting midner position will temporarily be empty, should there be changes in members, we will inform all fans at the very first moment.] DiamondJ... quit the team? Ji Zhiyao instantly restrained his expression and repeatedly read this post several times. Then with a brooding expression, he tapped into DiamondJs Weibo profile. A few minutes ago, DiamondJ had also published a new post. [Bug.DiamondJ: I dont regret every decision that Ive made, neither do I regret the past 8 years at Bug battleteam. Thank you for your love. Everyone, reputationsts forever, farewell.] He did not make any justifications for himself, and had in other words, admitted to the matter on Tieba. Ji Zhiyaos hand that was holding his phone gradually tightened. Hi, these are your dishes. Thank you. Mo Huaifeng looked towards Ji Zhiyao, his chocte brown eyes especially warm. Werent you hungry, dig in. Ji Zhiyao only felt like there was a lump deep in his throat, how would he still be in the mood to eat. He moved his lips slightly, but did not know what to say. Mo Huaifeng gazed deeply at him, then moved his hands to roll up his sleeves and put Ji Zhiyaos favorite petite beef into the pot. At the same time, he said slowly, in a soft and deep voice, If you think of it in another way, its a good thing. Ji Zhiyao lifted his head abruptly and stared fixedly at Mo Huaifeng. Instead of staying in the team and wait till one day when the team performs abnormally to be pushed out to bear the publics condemnation, why not leave at the most glorious time. Mo Huaifeng said lightly. He paused for a moment and raised his head to look at Ji Zhiyao. In his eyes, Ji Zhiyao saw the words that he had yet to finish saying. Since DiamondJ has chosen his rtionship, under the influence of numerous factors at present, he could only give up eSports. Mo Huaifeng picked up the strainingdle and scooped several pieces of meat onto Ji Zhiyaos te. Ji Zhiyao dropped his eyes, looking towards his te, he suddenly blurted out on impulse, How about you, Captain? Mo Huaifengs froze in his actions. Hmm? If you were DiamondJ, wouldnt you feel indignant? Mo Huaifeng gazed at him. Ji Zhiyao stretched out his tongue and licked the corner of his lips. His scalp was numb was from his stare, but for some reason his heartbeat was a little fast. After a few seconds, Mo Huaifeng did not speak. Only curved his lips slightly as he continued to put ingredients into the pot, appearing to be in a fairly good mood. Ji Zhiyao frowned in confusion. Captain, you havent answered me, what are you smiling about? Nothing. Chopsticks halted, Mo Huaifeng said, I will never be passive like this. So he was unable to imagine DiamondJs feelings right now. Although Mo Huaifeng did not finish his words, Ji Zhiyao understood his implied meaning. After silently gazing at him for a while, Ji Zhiyao stopped talking but bowed his head and quietly dug into the meat on his te. ... Due to the incident caused by DiamondJ being forced to quit the team, Ji Zhiyao was in a very bad mood the entire day, unable to make himself interested in whatever they did. Up till the next day, when he remembered that he had promised to show Mo Huaifeng a good time, did his condition be better. Ji Zhiyao finished tidying his belongings, carried his backpack and went to knock on the neighboring door. Mo Huaifeng upon seeing him, lifted his brows in surprise. I was just about to go look for you. Ji Zhiyao squeezed his way into the room and dropped onto the sofa, pointing at Mo Huaifengs disheveled hair he let his tongue loose. Wanted to go look for me looking like this? Captain whore you trying to lie to? Mo Huaifeng remained with a straight face. Well just fooling you. Mo Huaifeng entered the bathroom, when he stepped out again, his hair had resumed its usual tidiness. He walked to the side of the bed and asked while taking off his top, Why are you up so early today? Ji Zhiyao twisted his neck, his gaze drifting as he restrained himself from looking at the lines on Mo Huaifengs naked back. Um, I slept a lot in the day yesterday, not very sleepy. After Mo Huaifeng put on his shirt, he then changed his bottoms,zing knotting up the cord of his sweatpants. When everything was done, he picked up his wallet and phone from the table, saying, Come on, lets go. Ji Zhiyao felt that something was amiss and quickly got up to catch up with Mo Huaifeng. Captain, you must speak with a conscience, it was obviously me bringing you out to y okay? Arent you following behind me right now? Ji Zhiyao bowed his head to nce at his foot that was half a step behind Mo Huaifeng, slightly twitching the corner of his lips, his pace involuntarily quickening. Chapter 140

    Chapter 140: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios He had just managed to walk in stride with Mo Huaifeng, Mo Huaifeng turned and darted a nce at him. Childish. He slowed down his pace and hesitated for very long before he restrained the impulse of wanting to give Mo Huaifeng a p across the back of his head. Both of them walked towards the bus stop. Mo Huaifeng had obviously studied the routes beforehand, knowing exactly which bus to take. Though Ji Zhiyao did not say it, he was bursting with joy at heart, and followed behind Mo Huaifeng like a little tail, feeling very satisfied. After more than an hour of a bumpy bus ride, Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyao alighted. Not too far out was the mammoth sign of Disnend, Ji Zhiyao looked into the distance with squinted eyes and saw a sea of people. The sounds ofughter and shouting belonging to children vaguely sounded in his ears, he rubbed his ears, saying, Theres a considerable amount of people. Slightly better than back home. Ji Zhiyao smiled. Of course, after all my China is a prosperous country. By the way, Captain, I think all these require us to queue for tickets, what do you want to do? Mo Huaifeng thought for a moment. Ferris wheel. Ji Zhiyaos right foot tripped over his left and he almost fell t on his face. After he regained his bnce in a fluster, he patted his ears, asking, Captain what did you say? Can you repeat yourself, I didnt hear you clearly? Mo Huaifeng was good-tempered for once. Ferris wheel. Ji Zhiyao swallowed, even dumping the address of Captain as he said anxiously in a lowered voice, No, I mean us two big guys queuing up to go on the Ferris wheel... Dont you think its very weird? Mo Huaifeng kept silent for a moment, then said against his will, Nope. Was he the only one who felt like doing this was very gay? Ji Zhiyao lookedplicatedly towards Mo Huaifeng and found that the peacefulness in his expression seemed to be coupled with some uncertainty, as if he really didnt understand what was so wrong... This made Ji Zhiyao instantly throw certain strange thoughts to the back of his mind, saying generously and fondly, Then well go y that. What kind of look was that? Fondness, was it very obvious? Mo Huaifeng raised his hand and gave Ji Zhiyao a knock on his head. Ji Zhiyao felt very aggrieved. Captain, Im working very hard to help you fulfill your wish, why am I still getting hit? ... Shut up. If it wasnt for the lousy idea from the onlookers on Tieba, he definitely wouldnt go on such a childish ride. He was already beginning to worry, how exactly his image in Ji Zhiyaos heart looked like right now. The two of them queued for tickets and stood at a side waiting. After a one entire hour, it was then their turn to go on the Ferris wheel. Mo Huaifeng specially chose the inner seats that were closer to the wheel hub. When the safety bars were put in ce, Ji Zhiyao somehow felt that there was something amiss. He swallowed his saliva and asked, uncertain, These safety bars look quite different from those that Ive seen in the past? Mo Huaifeng had turned his head to the side as soon as Ji Zhiyao had said the first word, pretending like he hadnt heard him. When the Ferris wheel gradually begin moving and it was confirmed that Ji Zhiyao had bitten the bait, Mo Huaifeng then turned back, saying indifferently, Theyre about the same. I wasnt educated much; dont you fool me. Upon hearing that, Mo Huaifeng looked towards him with meaning, his fingers lightly touching the tightly shut hatch door. Even if I did, you cant get off now. Unknowingly it seemed like hed been cheated by Captain again, Ji Zhiyao involuntarily hugged himself tighter. While the Ferris wheel had not gained speed, he seriously looked around his surroundings and at the same time, instinctively ced his hand on the safety bar around his waist. Mo Huaifeng caught this action, instantly his envisioned image at heart of Ji Zhiyao bing scaredter on and wille jumping into his arms gained a little more chance. At this point, the Ferris wheel hadpletely sped up. Mo Huaifeng reckoned that it was about time and hence called out, Ji Zhiyao. Ji Zhiyao turned his head confusedly. Huh, whats wrong Captain? Why dont we... AHHHHHHH! WHAT THE F*CK ITS MOVING! OH MY GOD IM GOING TO DIE AHHHHHH SOMEONE SAVE ME! ! Ji Zhiyaos screams caused by the change in the track of the gond led to the rest of Mo Huaifengs words being neglected. What made Mo Huaifeng despair was that, although Ji Zhiyao screamed very loudly, but his pair of eyes were bright, no sign of fear to be found at all. Mo Huaifeng kept silent for a while. When the Ferris wheel resumed its normal speed, he adjusted hisplicated state of mind and called out again, Ji Zhiyao. Hmm? Oh yes, Captain, what did you want to say earlier? I said, why dont we... AHHHHH! OH F*CK HAHAHAHAHAHA ITS STARTING TO MOVE AGAIN! THIS IS SO MUCH FUN! Along with Ji Zhiyaos excited screams, after a while, the gond returned to his original track. This time before Mo Huaifeng had opened his mouth, Ji Zhiyao thought of it first and asked, Captain, what exactly did you want to say just now? Nothing. Mo Huaifeng was expressionless. Just wanted to ask, werent you objecting to ying this earlier? Ji Zhiyao replied happily, I still thought that this Ferris wheel would be one of those PDA rides that couples use for their dates, the very gay kind, didnt expect it to be this fun. Captain, seems like Ive misunderstood you. Okay. Nothing else you want to say? No more. Thats done. Hey, its starting again! Captain why arent you screaming? Comee, scream out loud with me! Suddenly didnt feel like confessing anymore, his heart was so tired. He finally understood, Ji Qingges marveling expression at the beginning, it totally wasnt an exaggeration. Mo Huaifeng kept a long face. Till they had gotten off the ferris wheel, Ji Zhiyao was in beaming in great spirits for a while before he noticed abnormality of his Captain. Hence he stopped his in steps and asked with a very concerned tone, Captain, youve been acting weirdly since we got off the Ferris wheel. Whats wrong? Are you not feeling well? Upon hearing this, Mo Huaifeng instantly felt better deep down. But he thought of his grievance from earlier, and his expression was still rather dark as he said deceitfully, No. However, Ji Zhiyaopletely could not get the point, selectively blind as he tugged on Mo Huaifengs arm. Then why are you pulling a long face? Lets go lets go Ill take you around for other rides! ... Damn it. This confession that was filled with significance and meticulously nned by Mo Huaifeng for a long time, finally came to an end because of Ji Zhiyaos obliviousness. On the way back to the hotel, because Mo Huaifengs expression was really too sullen, Ji Zhiyao didnt even dare to talk to him. He secretly stole several nces, then pulled out his phone and poked Nuo. [MelonRind: Daddy Nuo, mayday!] Because they were on break, Nuo replied very quickly. [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: Whats wrong? Lost your way? Not enough money? How much do you want?] [MelonRind: Much scarier than all these..._(:_)_ ] [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: I suddenly have an ill feeling... f*ck dont say it, Im afraid I wont be able to take it.] [MelonRind: No, daddy, save me.] [MelonRind: Already known: Captain strongly requested to go on the Ferris wheel at Disnend, I didnt want to at first, but after being forced onto it I realized it was very interesting so I enjoyed myself more than Captain. But now Captains face is super sullen, even worse than the time when you rebutted Coach Kang. Need to know: Whats up with Captain, and, do I still have any hopes of salvaging things?] [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: Seeking help is just seeking help, why must you bring up my dark past? Youre most likely a goner!] [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: Hold on, what did you say that you and Captain went on?] [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: What the f*ck, did I go blind?] [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: This wont do; I must post a Weibo status to express my shock. You dont have to worry too much either, bring out your drive from when you were a demon at the base, after all Captain wont really eat you up.] [MelonRind: Daddy, if you still wish to see me in the future, dont post that Weibo status...] [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: Its already toote, praying for you.] [MelonRind: ...] Ji Zhiyao wailed out loud and quickly opened Weibo. After refreshing his feed, he realized that Nuo indeed wasnt fooling him. [Mix.NuoV: Risking my life to reveal a gossip for you guys: Turns out there is a little princess living in the heart of a certain man who resents the whole world, the kind that likes theme park ferris wheels. My jaw has dropped off from the shock, Ill go get a jaw fitted first.] Ji Zhiyao felt ufortable all over. Just as he was thinking hard about what method he should use to conceal his sin, his phone that was gripped in his hand was suddenly pulled out by someone. Ji Zhiyao lifted his head and helplessly watched as Mo Huaifengs expression turned from a peaceful one to a cold smile. ... Damn it! He just shouldnt have asked for help from Nuo that unreliable person! Originally he was only struggling on the edge of life and death, looking at things now, he could just pick a cemetery for himself and buy a coffin already. Mo Huaifeng threw the phone to Ji Zhiyao, Ji Zhiyao caught it in a flurry and smiled apologetically. Captain, did you hurt your hand? Mo Huaifeng tugged the corner of his lips. What do you think? Then you must have! Comeee, Captain, Ill blow on it for you. Ji Zhiyao lifted Mo Huaifengs arm with a ttering face and forcefully blew twice on his hand, then massaged it, asking fawningly, Captain, do you feel better? His palm was little itchy, and certain thoughts in his mind became more tempting. Bing aware of this point, Mo Huaifeng abruptly pulled back his hand and faced the unsettled Ji Zhiyao with a cold expression. What did you talk about with Nuo? Nothing much, just discussed our itinerary for a bit. Leniency to those who confess, severity to those who resist. We only had a simple discussion about why you were pulling a long face ever since we got off the Ferris wheel. Mo Huaifengs expression gradually eased up. The oue? Ji Zhiyao raised his phone, replying honestly, The oue was that Nuo that bastard secretly made a Weibo post about it behind my back. Mo Huaifeng was silent for a while, his eyes fixed onto Ji Zhiyao as he asked in a low voice, You really want to know why? For some reason, upon hearing these words, along with Mo Huaifengs expression and tone, Ji Zhiyao became oddly nervous. He carefully mulled over its content, feeling that there was nothing amiss, he thus nodded. Kind of do want to know. Mo Huaifeng seemed very satisfied, and he said, Ill tell youter. Did that need to be kept a secret? He looked slightly speechlessly out of the window and realized that the taxi had already arrived at their amodation and came to a stop. Mo Huaifeng paid the fare, the two of them alighted one after the other and headed upstairs. Ji Zhiyao walked to the front of his own door and was thinking of discussing with Mo Huaifeng what they should have for dinner. The moment he turned his head, he found Mo Huaifeng standing without a sound behind him. Ji Zhiyao was taken aback, moving half a step back, he asked, while still in a state of shock, Captain, why dont you make a sound when you walk. Mo Huaifeng did not speak. Ji Zhiyao was slightly weirded out, just as he was about to tease him more, the light before his eyes was unexpectedly blocked by the figure that took a step forward, immediately after that a warm and moist touch on his lips. A few secondster, Mo Huaifeng moved back as if nothing had happened, and stood with two hands in his pockets, silently watching Ji Zhiyao who was still in a daze. Ji Zhiyao continued to be rooted to the ground. After a long time, he shouted at the top of his voice, What the f*ck. Ji Zhiyao took a few steps back, his back pushing hard against the door as he asked in a terrified manner, Captain, did you have some strange dreamst night? Your heat period is here? Mo Huaifeng looked at Ji Zhiyao, whose face turned from a pale white to a red flush then purple and tried his best to maintain a level tone. Stop pretending, it is what you think it is. I was upset earlier because of this too. Till 6 PM this evening, Ill wait for your answer. With that, he did not look at Ji Zhiyaos expression but walked directly towards his own room and swiped his key card to enter. Hearing the click of a door closing, Ji Zhiyao let out an oh as an afterthought, then absentmindedly took out his room key from his pocket and entered the room. He mmed the door and dove headfirst into his nkets. The half of his neck that was left outside had already be a deep purple color. ... After finishing a set of mock papers, Ji Qingge threw the core of an apple that she had finished nibbling on into the trash bin and picked up another from the fruit basket, eating as she swung around on her swivel chair. The table suddenly vibrated, she picked up the phone on it and read hertest WeChat text. [DB.MHF: I told your brother.] Ji Qingge frowned and chewed on her apple twice. When the meaning of those words hit her, she choked on the apple and almost coughed till she was half dead. [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Not bad Fi-god, amazing speed. What did my brother say? He was probably shocked senseless wasnt he, otherwise you wouldnt be approaching me.] [DB.MHF: Indeed.] [DB.MHF: But he just updated a Weibo status.] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Ill go take a look.] Ji Qingge hastily entered Weibo and found Ji Zhiyaos profile. One look, she almost grew abs fromughing too hard. [IndefiniteFutureV: ? ? ? [Confused Nick Young.jpg] ] Her brother might have be retarded. [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: LOL my brother has always taken pride in being a straight guy, he would definitely be dumbfounded after being suddenly confessed to. Fi-god hold tight, dont panic, let me go fish for some information.] [DB.MHF: Okay, thanks.] What was there to thank about this, she was looking forward to her brother being able to marry a good person. Ji Qingge deliberated for a while, then sent Ji Zhiyao a WeChat text. [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Brother, I saw your Weibo. Whats wrong? Got bullied?] Chapter 141

    Chapter 141: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios [MelonRind: No, Im doing great. Stop watching so many of those useless pce drama television series all day long, focus on your studies.] Ji Qingge touched her jaw for a while with her fingers and tried another method of beating around the bush, [Got it. But why didnt youe home during your break this time? I was still waiting for your return, in the end there wasnt even a shadow.] [MelonRind: ... Im out.] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: What are you doing outside? Traveling?] [MelonRind: Could be considered so.] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Wow wow wow! Dont you hate going out and wandering around the most? Who did you go with? Fi-god?] [MelonRind: Why are you mentioning him out of nowhere!] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Oh dear, look at that tone. Whats wrong, you guys fought?] [MelonRind: Hows that possible!] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Then why are being so averse to him? Tell me whether I guessed correctly or not.] [MelonRind: ... Mm.] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Tsk, men.] [MelonRind: ...] [MelonRind: Theres something that I want to ask you about.] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Theres actually a day when you would ask me questions, rare. [covers face] Tell me about it, Im very willing to clear up your doubts for you.] [MelonRind: I have a friend...] The story always begins like this. Ji Qingge tsk-ed twice, pretending to be experienced. [And then.] [MelonRind: One of his especially close friends suddenly put forward that he wants to be in a gay rtionship with him. My friend doesnt know what do now. What do you think?] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Thats easy, not knowing what to do means that he isnt averse to it, not being averse to it means that he does like him. Since thats the case, wouldnt everything be fine if they just get together?] [MelonRind: ? ? ? ] [MelonRind: Is that so?] [MelonRind: But hes a straight man!] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Tell you what, let your friend think about it himself. What era are we in right now, even the Qing dynasty has fallen, still involving gender discrimination even in dating?] [MelonRind: I got it.] [MelonRind: I will pass on the message to him, quickly go study now.] Ji Zhiyao, I was so good to you, even helping you to get a boyfriend, trust you to throw me aside after using me huh. Ji Qingge pursed her lips. Forget it, I shall not stoop down to your level. May things between you and Fi-god blossom soon, till then will I be considered sessful as matchmaker. ... 5:59 PM. Mo Huaifeng stood outside Ji Zhiyaos room and paced back and forth. Seriously speaking, although Ji Qingge had vouched that it was a 99% possibility that Ji Zhiyao would ept him, he was still worried about the remaining 1%. Ever since he was born, up till now, it was his first time having such emotions. Mo Huaifeng stopped in his steps and finally made up his mind, stepping forward to knock on Ji Zhiyaos door. It seemed like a very long time, so long that he could almost hear his heartbeating from his chest, before sounds of a slippers pping on the floor vaguely sounded from inside the room. It wasing closer and closer. His heart was pounding wildly, Mo Huaifeng could not help but drew in a deep breath. Few secondster, the door opened. Ji Zhiyao stood there with a head of disheveled hair, his eyes so drowsy with sleep thatpletely couldnt focus. Mo Huaifeng was expressionless. Captain youre here. Ji Zhiyao yawned as he lowered his head to nce at his wrist watch. Its 6 PM already, I dont feel like I slept that long. When did you start sleeping? Ji Zhiyao rubbed his eyes. Since we came back from the theme park. Okay. Give me a moment, Ill go get changed, well go out for dinner. Okay. Ji Zhiyao changed his clothes and headed out with his room key and wallet. During the walk to the elevator, both of them were very quiet. Ji Zhiyao secretly darted a nce at Mo Huaifeng and found that he looked very peaceful,pletely unlike how pale he looked yesterday afternoon. Dont tell him it was just him who was feeling extremely troubled, Ji Zhiyao could not help but pursed his lips. Just as he thought so, he heard Mo Huaifeng say, Have you decided? Ji Zhiyao was stunned by the question. What? Mo Huaifeng shifted his gaze to him, the serious look in his eyes was exceptionally good looking. I have a love, do you want to be him? Ji Zhiyao took a step back, his face instantly turned as red as a tomato. Captain, youre unbelievable, why dont you give a warning before you say cheesy things. How was he supposed to give a warning? Was he supposed to ask if he was ready? Ji Zhiyao cleared his throat unnaturally. I thought about it carefully, actually, its not that we cant. He lifted his head, deliberately pretending to be mysterious but realized that Mo Huaifeng was merely looking at him very peacefully, withpletely no desire of continuing the conversation. Ji Zhiyao instantly felt slightly awkward. Captain, why dont you look the least bit happy? Its not toote to be happy after you finish your sentence. Damn it, how did you even manage to guess that? Mo Huaifeng made a hmph sound, the disdain in his voice very obvious. Im not stupid. Ji Zhiyao hesitated for a bit, then said a little embarrassed, Well just date like this for now, dont announce it. Mo Huaifeng understood immediately. Underground rtionship? Ji Zhiyao instantly red up. Underground rtionship my ass, could you not put it in such a distasteful manner? Its not like you dont know how difficult it is for gay causes to develop locally. Not to mention you are a public figure who holds up half of the eSports scene, it was already so difficult for DiamondJ, much less for us... Mo Huaifeng frowned. Ive told you before, Mixs club will not be like the others. I know, I know. But the influence of public opinion really causes too much stress, I can be heartless, you can choose to not care too, but what about the rest? Mo Huaifengs brows gradually rxed. Ji Zhiyao continued, Mo Huaifeng when weve conquered the national qualifiers, conquered the international league, when the time is right, its up to announce it anyway you want to. As professional yers, they were first members of Mix, before themselves. The battleteam above all, glory above all, eSports above all. This was then where they belonged. Mo Huaifengs expression rxed, his corner of his lips lifting slightly. Well do as you said. Thats the way, but theres another matter. Mo Huaifeng looked towards him, puzzled. Ji Zhiyao said in all seriously, In the future, Im on the top, you below. Mo Huaifeng instantly said, Have you heard of a saying? Ji Zhiyao was confused. What? If you are a man, speak using your capabilities. Same goes for the matter of top or bottom. Ji Zhiyao recalled the fact that he had been thrashed for both the 1v1 and 3v3 earlier, and tears of deep regret involuntarily flowed down his face. ... The things that needed to be handled were done, Mo Huaifeng very contentedly proposed to return home that night. He had caught a cold since the first day he arrived, Ji Zhiyao had actually been extremely frustrated with being unustomed to the climate.. He went to the shopping center and finished getting all the items that the rest had asked him to buy, both of them booked their ne tickets and headed home. Back home, it was currently raining in S City. Walking to the entrance of the airport, Ji Zhiyao nced at the pouring rain outside, then at the two suitcases that Mo Huaifeng was dragging in his hands and the big and small bags on him and was extremely worried. Captain, wait for me here for a moment, Ill go ahead and hail a taxi. He put down the bag on him and had just taken half a step out when he was stopped by Mo Huaifeng. Mo Huaifeng let go of the suitcases and said with a frown, Its raining outside, you wait here. With that, he did not even give Ji Zhiyao a chance to retain him and rushed into the rain without another word. Ji Zhiyao blinked several times bewilderedly, and thought to himself, was this how it felt like to have a boyfriend? ... Not too bad. He had fallen quite hard. Ji Zhiyao stared aimlessly at the heavy rain outside, his arm was suddenly intentionally bumped into by someone. He turned around confusedly and find a young girl in long sleeves and pants, her expression was in the midst of changing from that of sounding out to excitement. Ji Zhiyaos hands moved towards his own face on reflex, and realized that he seemed to have left his mask behind on the ne, he wasnt wearing anything on his face at all. He could even forget about that, he virtually wanted to salute himself. Ji Zhiyao swiftly lowered his cap and specially asked under his breath, Little girl, did you recognize the wrong person? I dont know who you are. The girl rolled her eyes. MelonRind, stop pretending. Ive been a fan of you for two years, how is it possible that I would identify wrongly? What a nuisance, it was an old fan. He resignedly looked around from left to right, after checking that no one had noticed them, he was slightly relieved and asked, Do you want an autograph or a photo together? The girl was not in the least bit sloppy. Autograph please. Taking a photo would incur envy, it wont be cumbersome for both you and me. Ji Zhiyao was pleased at once, his fan was simply too adorable, sensible and also pretty, fans doing as their idols do probably looked like this. Ji Zhiyao finished signing, and passed the notebook back to the girl, but suddenly heard her ask, My melon, is the one running over here Fi-god? Ji Zhiyao instantly looked out and instantly drew in a breath of air, putting on a false smile, Yes yes. What a coincidence. The girl became suspicious. Arent you guys traveling together? Ji Zhiyao felt oddly guilty. ... It seems so, seems so. Mo Huaifengs hair was essentially all wet, when he walked over, Ji Zhiyao quickly brought out a pack of tissue in his pocket and raised his hand to help him dry his hair. Ji Zhiyao wasnt tall enough, he tapped his shoulder and Mo Huaifeng instantly lowered his head. When he had simply wiped several times, Ji Zhiyao was reminded of the girl beside him, when he lifted his eyes for a nce, he found that she was taking photos of them with her phone. Mo Huaifeng saw too and asked Ji Zhiyao with a frown, This is? Ji Zhiyao answered in a low voice. This girl has been my fan for two years, an old fan. Oh. Mo Huaifengs cautious expression rxed at once, he took the initiative to ask, Do you want an autograph? The girl became excited. Yes! Fi-god please help me to sign on this. What luck do I have today, everyone would definitely be extremely jealous of me if I share this. Mo Huaifeng finished signing and capped the pen. Something to trouble you with, dont post the photos online, can you do that? Dont worry, I know my limits. The girl took a nce at her phone, then said, But this photo looks quite nice, I send it to you both through private message on Weibo, feel free to save a copy for yourself. Thanks. Mo Huaifeng nodded at her. We still have something on, well leave first. The girl waved her hands. Sure sure, bye Fi-god. MelonRind, mummy loves you, bye bye~ Watching Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyao leave, the girl chuckled and with her phone pointed at her autograph notebook, took a photo and uploaded it to the Weibo group. [IndefiniteFutures Famous Haters Support Club: Look at this! [image.jpg] Ahhhhhhh Im about to go crazy because of how handsome these two are.] [MelonRindMyLove: What the f*ck! Whats going on? Wheres this? You met both MelonRind and Fi-god?] [mustworkhardtobeacutie: Envious, extremely envious! What kind of luck is this? Ahhhhh Im dying of envy!] [Aaapple: Give a word, how much would you be willing to sell this autograph for?] [IndefiniteFutures Famous Haters Support Club: Wake up, I wont sell this no matter what. I ran into MelonRind and Fi-god at the airport today, at first I thought I had seen wrongly,ter on when I went for a closer look I realized it was really them. MelonRind even pretended that it wasnt him, LOL such a dork, I almost diedughing.] [heardthewining: Didnt you ask for a photo together? I heard from a friend that MelonRind is very easy to get along with.] [youngerrrr: Both of them were at the airport together, werent the other members of the team there? Oh my god, dont tell me they went out on a trip by themselves.] [chocteicecream: I suddenly smell a gleam of an unusual scent.] [M.I.X.Y.A.O: What scent? Gay one?] [IndefiniteFutures Famous Haters Support Club: I didnt see the rest of the team, they might have left first. Dont spout nonsense about matters that have no evidence, it might be exposed to marketing ounts and theyll deliberate misinterpret things out of context and use MelonRind to gain attention, itll definitely call for lots of hate.] [chocteicecream: I understand, I understand, we can criticize him, but absolutely cannot allow others to do so. [IndefiniteFutures Famous Haters Support Club: (?????) Youre right, thats it.] ... Ji Zhiyao was shoved into the taxi and said slightly gloomily, It was my fan, why did it look like she was your fan instead. Mo Huaifeng waspletely insincere. Oh, sorry to have made you go through that. Ji Zhiyao could not help but roll his eyes at him, then lowered his head and began to rummage around. Mo Huaifeng saw and asked, What are you searching for? Phone. Hey, where did my phone go? Ji Zhiyao said while feeling about the pockets on his body and found his phone in the pocket of his pants atst, then raised it before Mo Huaifengs eyes. Didnt my fan say she was going to send the photo to me through private message on Weibo, I must take a good look at how good-looking she has made me look. He entered Weibo. As there were really too many private messages, he only went through those that were sent in the recent few minutes and came attached with images and found it very quickly. Only the fans username made the corner of his lips twitch sternly several times. Mo Huaifeng was watching Ji Zhiyao the whole time and realized his expression had very quickly turned from curiosity to anger, hence he asked, Whats wrong? That girl is IndefiniteFutures Famous Haters Support Club?! In the past, whenever I posted on Weibo, this username would forever be charging at the front line, showing support for me, truly amazing. Mo Huaifeng was speechless. ... Great name. This name had made Mo Huaifeng slightly interested in how the photos looked. Thus he shifted towards Ji Zhiyaos side and look toward his phones screen. He must admit that the photos were really taken quite nicely, at one nce it already looked to be full of love. Mo Huaifeng was very satisfied. Send me a copy through WeChat. Ji Zhiyao saved the photo upon hearing that and tapped into his chat with Mo Huaifeng while grumbling, Whats nice about that. The second photo made me out to be so much shorter than you, it isnt true to the original anymore. Chapter 142

    Chapter 142: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Mo Huaifeng mm-ed, feeling perfectly contented as he looked at the two new photos on his screen, saying, Yeah, youre actually not as short as you look like you are in the photo. Why did those words sound so awkward? Before he was done deliberating, the driver at the front stepped on the brakes, saying, Were here. Hence the two of them alighted. The rain outside had stopped, only the surfaces were still wet. Ji Zhiyao carried the bags and tried his best to lift them up high, in case they were sshed with water. Yet the various bags were rather heavy, by the time he reached the front door of the vi, he had already broken out in perspiration all over. Mo Huaifeng opened the door at the front, Ji Zhiyao followed behind, struggling as he stepped through the front door. The entire base was still. Ji Zhiyao dropped all the bags on him and dropped onto the sofa, then looked questioningly towards the wall clock on the wall. It was already 2:30 PM, it didnt make sense that his teammates would still be in bed? Did they all go out to spend the break? That was a possibility. Mo Huaifeng headed straight into the dining room. Ji Zhiyao sprawled backwards, feeling so tired that he didnt even want to move a finger, not to mention going upstairs to check if there were living people there. A short whileter, he heard the sound of familiar footsteps. Ji Zhiyao looked up and saw the ss that Mo Huaifeng brought to his front. He reached out and took it, biting the straw as he sipped the drink. On the other hand, Mo Huaifeng headed upstairs. Yo, back already? Wheres Captain? Ji Zhiyao heard the sound and nced back, Yuan Wei was just walking in from outside, he was even carrying several takeaway boxes in his hands. Hence he released the straw that he had been biting tightly and waved merrily. He just went upstairs. Brother Yuan Wei, for the few days that I wasnt at the base, why did you change your profession to be a deliveryman? What deliveryman, I have yet to be so poor that I have to take on such side jobs. Yuan Weis face had turned blue. Fortunately you guys have returned, Im about to die from being tormented by those remaining few rascals. Ji Zhiyao had on a curious expression. Whats wrong? By the way, I havent seen them since I arrived back here, where are they? Yuan Wei signaled towards the staircase with his lips. Most probably still upstairs sleeping. Its like theyve gone crazy these past few days, ying ranked matches all day and night, even staying up the whole night, they couldnt keep it up today and all copsed. What the f*ck? Why did they suddenly be so diligent? Now it seems like me spending four days out there is virtually an unpardonably wicked crime. My ass. On the first day of the break all they did was sing karaoke, eat skewers, drink and be merry, then they were wracked with diarrhea and vomiting when they returned to the base, each of them simply wouldnt go out anymore. Theres also nothing much to y at the base, they yed ranked matches through the night only because they had no other choice. Ji Zhiyao did not know what he should say. Yuan Wei entered the dining room and ced the takeaway boxes onto the table, then called out, NoHomo, Im guessing you havent eaten? There is pizza and spicy crayfish here, quicklye and have some while theyre still sleeping. Ji Zhiyao instantly leaped up from the sofa, rubbing his stomach as he entered the dining room. He moved to unpack the takeaway boxes and was suddenly reminded. Brother, the things you asked me to buy are in the ck bag beside the front door, you can go find it yourself. Noted, Ill go get it. Ji Zhiyao stuffed pizza into his mouth. The pizza had probably been baked not too long ago, the crust was slightly crispy and it was still steaming. Ji Zhiyao took a bite and chewed slowly, not forgetting to pick up his phone. [MelonRind: Captain,e downstairs for takeaway.] Ji Zhiyao ate while watching the screen. A few minutester, a new reply appeared on it. [DB.MHF: Okay. Just showered, Ill be down after changing my clothes.] Ji Zhiyao then threw down his phone and started to eat the spicy crayfish. He had just finished one when he saw Mo Huaifeng walk into the dining room. Ji Zhiyao swallowed the food in his mouth and asked, Are they all upstairs? Mo Huaifeng pulled out a chair and took a seat. Mm, wouldnt wake up no matter how I tried. And they still got Brother Yuan Wei to help order takeaway for them? Seems like theyre not hungry enough. Mo Huaifeng took a bite of pizza. Dont bother about them, lets eat our fill first. Okay. Thus they ate very heartily. When Yuan Wei stepped into the dining room once again, what greeted him was the sight of thepletely messy takeaway boxes and Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyao who werezily leaning back in the chair. His jaw dropped. What the f*ck, my brothers, how many days have you guys been starving for? What I ordered was takeaway for four people, it even included the 1.5 portion for Nuo and you guys finished everything? Ji Zhiyao looked towards the table, and said hesitantly, Was it really a four people portion? I dont think Im that filled. Mo Huaifeng picked up his phone. What else do you want to eat? Forget it, Ill eat tonight. Might get a stomach ache from eating too much at once. Yuan Wei was baffled. Ji Zhiyao continued, Brother Yuan Wei, dont look at me like that. The airne meal was terrible, when I see fine food now, I totally cannot bear to leave one bit behind. Youre good. But Captain ate more than I did. Mo Huaifeng agreed. Mm. Fine, both of you are good. You guysmitted this sin by yourselves, when they wake up, remember to handle it on your own. Ji Zhiyao pretended not to hear him as he stood up and stretched. Ill go upstairs to shower and take a nap, see you tonight. With that, he first headed into the living room to pick up his own suitcase and backpack and leisurely went upstairs. This napsted all the way till 8:30 PM. Ji Zhiyao was dressed in long sleeves and oversized shorts when he came downstairs. It was stillpletely silent on the first level, he walked questioningly past the corner of the staircase and found that the five other people in the team were all mutely seated in the training room, all looking like they had nothing to live for anymore. Ji Zhiyao was taken aback. What are you guys doing? Acting as spirits in the night? Nuo looked grudgingly at him. Slept the whole day, just woke and theres no one bit of food at the base, youre still counting on me having the strength to make a sound? At the mention of food, Ji Zhiyao suddenly became guilty. Um, didnt you guys order takeaway? Nuos expression became even more depressed. He held his phone, sounding absolutely heartbroken as he said, The 19th minute of waiting for the deliveryman, I miss him. Ji Zhiyao snuck to his seat with his tail between his legs and used his elbow to jab Mo Huaifeng who was beside him. Mo Huaifeng took off his earphones, asking, Whats up? Ji Zhiyao replied in a soft voice, Captain, why didnt you order more takeaway for them? Mo Huaifeng snickered. They were all knocked out, who knew when they would wake up? He specially raised his voice, hence Ji Zhiyao heard even louder wails from Nuo who wasnt too far away. Ji Zhiyao covered his ears and rubbed them, then turned towards his other side. Brother, want to y a ranked match? Hengs reply was monotonous. No. I havent got strength to grab the mouse, I only want to watch videos. Ji Zhiyao immediately turned back, and stared at the disy screen before him that had lit up. He had finally understood what Yuan Weis meant by handle the sin that you guys havemitted by yourselves in the afternoon. Slightly more than 20 minutester, when even Ji Zhiyao was bing slightly anxious, did the takeaway finally arrive. Looking towards his other teammates who were hugging the boxes and wolfing down their food, he sensed that the atmosphere had resumed to normal and could not help but sighed in relief, then said, Brothers, the things I bought are all in the bag in the living room, remember to go look for your items yourselves. Xiao wiped his mouth. Sure, got it. Yuan Wei squeezed the soft toy in his arms, watching everyone, he suddenly said, The time to shoot the publicity stills has been changed to two weeks from now, all of you take note of yourselves, dont eat so much. The entire training instantly went dead silent, Nuo was the most exaggerated, the chopsticks in his hands werent gripped properly and fell directly to the floor with a tter. Yuan Wei appeared to be extremely satisfied with the stir that he had caused, ying with the fur on the soft toy, he said, If we shoot the publicity stills at the beginning of June, whether its the shooting time or promotion period, we will coincide with the other battleteams. As such, the club has made the final decision that ours will be brought forward by a week, this was just decided today. There are two more weeks to go, boys, us eSports scenes visual representative team will never admit defeat! Ji Zhiyao swallowed and took time to look down and examine his current physique. Neither fat nor thin, still considered decent. Hence he breathed a sigh of relief, then secretly peeked at the others. Naturally, nothing more needed to be said about Mo Huaifeng, when they were in the US Ji Zhiyao had even personally seen his abs. K appeared to be extremely youthful, and had never been fat. Xiaofei trained hard and ate a lot too, but his flesh doesnt seem to grow at all... Yet Heng, Nuo and Xiao, they were madly hovering on the edge of having their figures go out of shape. Especially Xiao, ever since his hand injury, he had basically been eating very nutritiously everyday, having pork rib soup at least twice per week and often eating some pig trotters following the traditional Chinese custom of eating what you are made up of. With his rounded belly, he had bepletely different from how he looked like in Ji Zhiyaos memory when they first met. Ji Zhiyao could not help praying silently for him. Xiaos survival instinct was very strong. Um, I might not be able to go on anyway, I think you can just leave me out of the publicity stills. Yuan Wei rebutted, Then we shall leave you out of the battleteams name list too, what do you think about that? Xiao held his stomach and pretended to be dead. Yuan Wei made a hmph sound very imposingly, then urged earnestly, Isnt it just losing weight. For the next 14 days, if you lose 250g a day, that makes a total of 3.5kg, youll still look much better than you do now. Pull yourself together brother, if you dont even have publicity stills, arent you waiting to be held down on the reserve seat forever? Ji Zhiyao joined in, Hey hey, Brother Yuan Wei, dont think I cant tell that youre trying to sow discord between us. Brother Xiao is so smart, how is it possible that he would fall for it? Xiao said just then, Ill start dieting from tomorrow. Heng stole a nce at Xiaofei, as a painful experience came to mind. Xiao, daddy will apany you. Xiaofei was innocently hit by a stray bullet. Yuan Wei was so pleased that he apuded. Easy, easy, everything can be easily arranged. Ji Zhiyao shook his head and said, You guys can let me know when its time to take the stills. I have mid-term exams for my electives next week, I wont being back on the weekend. Yuan Wei nodded. Sure, when ites youll be the first one I inform. Captain, we should start preparing the schedule for the teams training tournaments. Mo Huaifeng agreed. Ill start discussing with Old Ning tomorrow. Alright. Everything had been put in perfect order, the rest were also done eating, after cleaning up the mess, they prepared to begin training. Ji Zhiyao had just sat down, but was pulled to the side by Xiao in the next second. Xiao appeared to be slightly excited. Comee, NoHomo, y a solo with me. Ji Zhiyao froze, then promptly said in surprise, Brother Xiao, your hand is totally recovered? Xiao scratched his head. It cant be considered totally recovered. Though its a little painful, its tolerable. Ji Zhiyao could not help but feel worried. Previously after Kang Kyung Chwas training ended, he headed right back to school. Then he left for the US with Mo Huaifeng and wasnt at the base for a long time. If he calcted, it had already been two whole weeks that he hadnt seen Xiao train. Xiao... Would he really be like Coach Kang, paying no heed to his hand injury anymore? But also felt like it would be abrupt if he just voiced out his question, it would sound as if he didnt hope that Xiaos injury would heal as soon as possible. Ji Zhiyao could only note this down in his heart, then smiled, saying, Sure Brother Xiao, you create a room and invite me. Ji Zhiyao returned to his seat, logged onto Heroes and epted Xiaos invitation. Two of them finished picking their champions very quickly. The match began. Ji Zhiyao had not touched the game for four to five days, thus would naturally be slightly out of practice. Before the minions had left the fountain, he first re-familiarized himself with the keyboard before following behind the minions to walk out of the fountain. Both of them being junglers, him and Xiao were people who understood each other the best. Thus Ji Zhiyao was not anxious and did not move ording to his previous strategy. This time round he was very well-behaved, staying under the turret and killing minions quietly, not even harassing Xiao at all. Whereas Xiao, probably due to his hand injury, was more cautious than before, for just killing the minions in the midne, he would retreat several times to guard against a sneak attack. Two waves of minions went past like this, Ji Zhiyao finally figured out Xiaos w, he stopped hesitating and rushed forward while he was still killing minions. Huh? Ji Zhiyao involuntarily let out a sound of doubt. The opposing jungler seemed to be fixed to a spring as he nimbly avoided all the attacks and even managed to counter attack. Ji Zhiyao controlled his assassin to dodge backwards, at the same time, looked up towards Xiao. Xiao didnt look too at ease. In the moment that Ji Zhiyao nced at him, he had clearly seen his deep frown. Ji Zhiyaos heart seemed to drop. He also frowned slightly. When the assassin on the screen had regained his full health, he set off towards the midne once more. This time, he was no longer surprised by the opposing assassins sudden agility and sessfully earned a kill. Just as his minions were about to push down Xiaos defense turret, Ji Zhiyao suddenly cried out, his right hand holding onto his left arm. Xiao was the first to be shocked, with no mind for solo that was currently in full swing, he quickly stood up and ran to Ji Zhiyao in a few steps, asking anxiously, NoHomo, whats wrong? Ji Zhiyao only breathed in, appearing to be in so much pain that he couldnt speak. The rest had been rmed and gathered in session. Mo Huaifeng squeezed all the way in, looking very upset, his palm grasped where Ji Zhiyao was covering with his right hand. Whats wrong? Do you want to go to the hospital? Ji Zhiyao sucked in two breaths of cold air. No need, I think its a strain. Captain, help me back to my room and help me to put on a medicated ster. He secretly winked at Mo Huaifeng, Mo Huaifeng realized very quickly that he was pretending. Mo Huaifeng tightened his brows and pulled Ji Zhiyao up with a solemn face. Ji Zhiyao waved his uninjured right hand at the rest. Im fine, just putting on a medicated ster will do. Brother Xiao, sorry, lets solo again next time. Xiao said disapprovingly, Look at the state youre in now, take care of yourself first. Ji Zhiyao hugged his left arm, crying out in pain in pretense as he followed behind Mo Huaifeng to go upstairs. They entered the room, the door was shut with a click. Mo Huaifeng stood in front of the door, both hands in his pockets. Whats wrong with you? Chapter 143

    Chapter 143: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Impletely fine. Ji Zhiyao shrugged as he began to spin his left arm furiously. Hearing this, instead of rxing, Mo Huaifeng frowned instead. Then why did you suddenly be like this? Captain, dont tell me that you havent noticed at all that Brother Xiao is out of sorts. Ji Zhiyao sneaked a nce at the door, then said in a low voice, During the solo just now, Brother Xiao was evidently holding on forcefully. I was afraid that I wouldnt be able to control and if I really won Brother Xiao, he would definitely train even harder, by then what would happen to his wrist? It was over this? If not so? I barely managed toe up with this idea, do you think I have it easy. Mo Huaifeng looked at Ji Zhiyaos face that obviously revealed some bit of how pleased he was and really didnt know if he should give him a good beating or properly praise him. He sighed and said, Got it. Ill have a talk with him tonight. Ji Zhiyao nodded. Yeah, do advise Brother Xiao. Im just a reserve, not a starter. Everyone is patiently waiting for him, he doesnt need to be too anxious. Mo Huaifeng gave him a long and meaningful nce and sunk into silence. Ji Zhiyao was suddenly enlightened and snorted out loud, Captain, what is that expression? Im notining, Im already very happy that Im able topete. Really? Yeah. Anyway, even if I do get promoted I dont get a pay raise, of course Id be willing to get a sry and be an idle man. He really shouldnt hold much expectations for Ji Zhiyaos mouth. Mo Huaifeng twisted the door open with a speechless expression, saying, You rest first, Ill send you back to school tomorrow morning. Ji Zhiyao nodded happily and remained in his room pretending to be a patient with a strained arm. After sending Mo Huaifeng out, Ji Zhiyao pulled out his phone from his pocket andid on his bed, hugging his pillow as he scrolled through the posts. The matter of Mo Huaifeng and him appearing at the airport had been still been exposed, but because there were only two autographs and no photos with fans or photos taken at the airport, it did not catch the attention of two many people, the fans who knew about this basically only entertained themselves in the interestmunity on Weibo. Ji Zhiyao tapped open several pieces of fan fiction about Mo Huaifeng and himself, there were all sorts of plots, slightly painful to read. He read a few paragraphs selectively, the more he read, the redder he became. Atst, he simply decided to drop his phone and wash up for bed. ... Two weekster. Ji Zhiyao walked to ground floor of his dorm building and saw Mo Huaifengs car. He slipped off his backpack, pulled open the car door and lifted himself to sit into the passenger seat. The moment Mo Huaifeng saw him get on, he switched off the radio in the car and turned on the air-conditioning. Are you awake? Mo Huaifeng had nced Ji Zhiyaos expression in the mirror, he looked slightly dispirited, as if he couldnt pull himself together and hence could not help but ask. Ji Zhiyao yawned. Still fine. I had two cold pills this morning, a little sleepy. You can sleep for a while. Never mind, its just a 20-minute drive, I wouldnt get to sleep long. Ji Zhiyao then asked, By the way, I left my team uniform at the base, are we returning to the base first? Yes. Mo Huaifeng replied. Ji Zhiyao then felt at ease. Slightly more than 20 minutester, the car arrived at Mix base. The sun was zing outside, Ji Zhiyao squinted involuntarily and got out of the car with his backpack. The battleteams van was stopped outside the vi, Ji Zhiyao saw Xiao standing there from afar and waved to him. He ran over in a few steps. Brother Xiao. Xiao patted his shoulder very emotionally. This is the first time Ive seen someone who dares to order Captain about, and has yet to be strangled to death by Captain. Each time he heard such words, Ji Zhiyao would always be jumpy, this time wasnt an exception. He threw his bag into Xiaos arms. Brother Xiao, help me hold onto it for a while. Im going upstairs to get my team uniform. With that, he dashed into the vi. The rest was probably already waiting in the van, there wasnt a single person in the vi. Ji Zhiyao swiftly hauled his uniform out of his closet, then flew downstairs. Mo Huaifeng happened to have just parked his car and had pulled open the door of the van. Ji Zhiyao ducked in ahead of him, then grinned mischievously, Thanks Captain. Mo Huaifeng threw him a nce resignedly and indulgently before he got in himself and closed the door. In the van, K tsk-ed twice. Captain, could it be that NoHomo is really your biological son. If I had been the one to push past you earlier, I reckon I wouldnt even have a spot in the publicity stills this year, am I right, am I right? Mo Huaifeng stole a look at him. Call me daddy and Ill consider it carefully. Were the number of times I call you that usually still considered little? Mo Huaifeng was thoroughly disgusted. Ji Zhiyao directly smashed his fist onto Ks back. I take down one sobbing dog with each punch. K felt his sadness welling up. Did Captain give you an extra set of sry, why are you so protective of him? I was evidently working for the welfare of the entire team and I still had to get hit. Well, he is my dad. K had no reply to that. And neither did the rest. Mo Huaifeng coughed once and Ji Zhiyaos sitting posture instantly became much more obedient. Half an hourter, the group of them arrived at the studio in a merry atmosphere. The moment they stepped in, the makeup artists who were already waiting swarmed forward and entered the dressing room with the boy that they were each responsible for. Ji Zhiyao and Xiao were ced in one dressing room, one makeup artist each. The table was filled with a heap of bottles and containers, Ji Zhiyao had only seen that much cosmetics in the shopping mall and could not help but swallowed nervously. Once he lifted his head, the makeup artists powder puff began to tap on his face. Ji Zhiyao dodged backwards but eventually could not escape from the ufortable feeling deep down and spoke up to negotiate with the makeup artist. Sister, can my makeup be lighter? Like this powder, dont apply so much, just a bit will do. That wont do. The makeup artist shook her head with a smile. The lights in the studio are very bright, when shone on your face, your makeup bes especially unnoticeable. If you want to live up to your looks, we must make the makeup a little heavier. With that, the makeup artist all of sudden used her hand to anchor Ji Zhiyaos jaw, making him unable to move at all. Her other hand continued to dab at his face with the powder puff. Ji Zhiyao didnt want to live on. Xiao had originally wanted to resist too, yet when he caught this scene in his peripherals, he instantly behaved. Ji Zhiyao only felt that his face had been coated with oneyer after another, and almost went stiff entirely. Yet his base was rtively better and he had been very well-behaved with his jaw being held by the makeup artist, hence for theter segments, the makeup artist almost did everything very simply. The more pitiful one was Xiao. Xiao asked, Is this a pencil? Why is it being used to draw on faces? His makeup artist replied, Its an eyebrow pencil C the shape of your eyebrows is a little weird, using a pencil to draw them will make you look better. ... I feel like I was already quite handsome. The makeup artist pretended to have not heard that at all, after a while, she started to paste double eyelid sticks onto Xiaos eyelids. I dont think theres a must for deep double eyelids, looks weirdly feminine. Your inner double eyelids are slightly swollen today, if you dont stick these on, you will appear sleazy in the photos. Sleazy? Yes. Ji Zhiyao suppressed himself so hard that he was about to snort out loud, his makeup artist also simmered withughter as she finished applying lipstick for him in a few strokes and said, Youre done. Ji Zhiyao tried his best to ignore the sticky feeling on his lips and picked up his clothes, saying with a smile, Brother Xiao, Ill go get changed first, you do hurry up. Xiao was already half-dead from being manipted around and replied feebly, Go ahead, go ahead. The changing room was next door. Ji Zhiyao pushed open the door and entered, there wasnt anyone there, he also didnt know if the rest were done with their makeup and had changed their clothes. He changed his top very quickly, just as he was about to put on his pants, the door of the changing room clicked and was pushed open from the outside. Ji Zhiyao frantically picked up his pants and covered a certain part. If it was someone from the team, things would still be easy to handle, they were a bunch of boys anyway. If it was a female staff, or Captain... that wouldnt be good. He lifted his head and realized that it was Heng at the door, also looking at him with a dumbfounded expression. What are you covering, who doesnt have a cock? Ji Zhiyao rolled his eyes and quickly pulled on his pants. I was worried that it would be ady. Heng snickered. Wake up wont you, didnt you see the sign on the door? The changing room can only be used by our team for now, that would be too good to be true. Ji Zhiyao also didnt dare to say I was more worried that the one entering was Captain, and could only keep his grievances to himself and left the changing room, closing the door for Heng while he was at it. Then he realized that his Captain was seated on a couch not too far away, already changed. Ji Zhiyao only took one nce and he alreadypletely could not move his eyes away. He felt as if a ma had been fixed under his feet as he involuntarily moved in Mo Huaifengs direction. He had not walked far when Mo Huaifeng sensed his closeness and looked up. This nce, caused Ji Zhiyao to be seized with a sudden impulse to swallow his saliva. At that point, he had to admit, that the fans who had oncemented NoHomo youre only a little step away from Fi-god under his Weibo posts were so very wise and far-sighted. After all, even someone like him, who was used to reason to make decisions and has never paid attention to others appearance feltpelled to exim, Mo Huaifeng was really so damn handsome. His foundation he had on wasnt thin, his makeup was simrly heavy, but he didnt seem gay at all, instead he had sharp brows and dazzling eyes, a very manly handsomeness. It was evident that the makeup artist especially favored him, such that he even got his hair done. Ji Zhiyao reached out and touched the few strands of stray hair on his head, feeling extremely bitter. Captain, did you pay extra money for your hair? Why is it that even your hair looks so good? Mo Huaifeng originally wanted to say something, now that he was interrupted like this, hepletely forgot everything. He involuntarily copied Ji Zhiyaos action and also touched his own hair. Looks good? Ji Zhiyao nodded fervently. As long as it looks good. Then he resumed his nk expression and did not give a direct answer to Ji Zhiyaos question. Ji Zhiyaos big eyes were filled with deep questioning towards life. Was he really Mo Huaifengs boyfriend? My Captain, NoHomo, both of you quicklye over to take the photos! Yuan Wei ran over obediently from the corner. What are you guys doing hiding? Rendezvous? Ji Zhiyao guiltily pushed Yuan Wei and pushed him while walking towards the area where they were shooting. What rendezvous, have you been secretly watching romance dramas again? If I dare to have a rendezvous with Captain, Im probably asking for death. Yuan Wei replied, What you said made a lot of sense. Youre still young, why take things so hard. Exactly. These two people, did they take him as a dead person? The remaining people were all standing in front of the background board that bore the Mix team logo and was discussing their positions with the photographer. When Nuo and Xiao saw Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng walk over, it was as if theyd seen their saviors. Nuo pointed at Ji Zhiyao. Theres still him, now theres enough for three in the front row. Ji Zhiyao looked confused. Mo Huaifeng observed this stance and could more or less guess what was going on, and said sinctly, Standing in the back row gives more cover, both of them have grown fat. Ji Zhiyao was suddenly enlightened. XIao covered his face. Captain, could you not say it so directly. Nuo and I still want our faces. Ji Zhiyao decisively showed his contempt for them. Youre already pushing me out to shield you, what face do you still want? Mo Huaifeng snickered in agreement. Xiao and Nuo were pressured by Mo Huaifengs despotic power and bowed their heads in feigned shame. The photographer did a headcount and said, Okay, three at the back, four in front. The thin ones in front, at the back the tallest one in the middle and the two fat ones at the two sides. Ji Zhiyao almostughed out loud, he stole a nce at Xiao and Nuos expressions, it was indeed very entertaining. As a matter of fact, both of their figures were very up to standards when ced among average people, but were quite different from their previous slim manner, so they couldnt be med for being so mindful. Atst, the team formation was settled, in the front row, from left to right was K, Heng, Xiaofei, Ji Zhiyao, whereas in the back row it was Nuo, Mo Huaifeng, Xiao. Nuo and Xiao stood slightly outwards, and only had half of their bodies shielded by K and Ji Zhiyao while the other half was exposed. Shielding their chunky bodies but not blocking their faces. The team formation was settled, the photographer put out his request while gesturing. There must be the feeling where you are fighting a fated battle in your eyes, imagine that all of you are part of the martial arts scene, battling for a certain secret scroll. Then bring in some imposing stance of contempt for the world. Xiaofei asked, Like this? The photographer nced at him. Do you not feel that youve be cross-eyed? The photographer continued to gesture. First row, the one right at the side wont do, you dont have a single bit of a lethal look in your eyes. Ji Zhiyao with no lethal look had nothing to say. For just this look alone, the photographer worked for a total of an hour and had taken many unusable photos. They eventually really could not hit the standards and only managed to take a few photos. Then it was time to shoot the two pairs of starters and reserves in the team. This time round, the photographer didnt even make any requests and directly arranged them in a suitable angle, then clicked away on his camera. Just as Ji Zhiyao thought that everything had ended, Yuan Wei put up a suggestion. NoHomo just joined the team, lets have some individual photos of him taken. ... Can I say no? Yuan Wei was about to re up. Do you still... Do I still have dreams C I knew it was this line. Okay, take take take! Hence under the guidance of the photographer, he embarked on his journey of pretentious posing. What almost brought him to tears was that, as he was posing, Mo Huaifeng along with K and Heng, three of them stood by the side, watching on. The curses in his heart, could not be suppressed no matter what. When he was done with his individual shoot, Ji Zhiyao walked towards them in an aggressive manner and rolled up the sleeves of his uniform. K, Heng, solo tonight, I must thrash you guys till you call me daddy! K stared at him. Heng was caught off-guarded. What the f*ck, seated at the side and the invitation topete fell from the sky? Chapter 144

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios K burst out, NoHomo, bullying the weak and fearing the strong isnt done this way. Captain is so big, how did you not see him? Ji Zhiyao replied confidently, Am I stupid, its not like I can beat Captain! Heng and K were left speechless. They felt very aggrieved. There was a smile in Mo Huaifengs eyes as he said coolly, Were going, lets return to the base. The whole gang took the van and returned to the base. The photographer was very efficient. At night, when Ji Zhiyao was watching a video of the previous national qualifiers, Yuan Wei notified them in the WeChat group chat that Mixs official ount had published a new post using the publicity stills that were taken that afternoon. [Mix Battleteam OfficialV: Born for eSports, fight for glory. 2018.10.3, Heroes National Qualifiers, all of Mix Battleteam, is getting ready to set out! [image] ] Ji Zhiyao loaded the three images that came with the post. Right in the middle was the teams group photo and those of the starters and reserves on the two sides. On the left was Heng and Xiaofei and on the right was Xiao and him. The photographers standards were excellent, a swift and fierce sense of a showdown was captured in those few photos. Coupled with the model of the team logo behind them and the watermark of the team logo on each of the photos, it gave people an even more special feeling. Just by looking at it, Ji Zhiyao was already seething with excitement all over. He could not restrain himself and secretly tapped to load thements. [MixBattleteamFanClub: Mix is ready to set sail, all the true fans of the team, are you ready?] [ItsLittleSweetie: Ahhhhhh! Its our Xiao-god! Has Xiao-god returned to the team? Oh god, Im about to be moved to tears.] [ffffdd: I must say, our eSports scenes visual rep team, these visuals are really up there.] [Imnotlisteningtoyou: Really, these visuals are more than enough to make it in the entertainment industry, today is also a day where I boast about my Mix battleteam.] [JujuLittleDarling: Im having a good impression of the reserve who just joined the team... he looks very neat and bright, though he cant match up to Fi-god, but hes really good looking.] [auzeblowsthroughyourhair : Hey, the dramatic battleteam hasnt flopped today?] [LittleHappiness: Looking forward looking forward, dont worry, we will always be behind you guys.] ... Seeing that someone had praised him, Ji Zhiyaos lips curled into a smile uncontrobly. He reposted the post while he was at it. [IndefiniteFutureV: I am ready, lets work hard together! @//Mix Battleteam OfficialV: Born for eSports, fight for glory. 2018.10.3, Heroes National Qualifiers, all of Mix Battleteam, is getting ready to set out! [image] ] After that, Ji Zhiyao refreshed his post and was surprised to find that before his post, Mix battleteam had published another post. [Mix Battleteam OfficialV: Worthy of as much praise as the amount of nder borne. , the future is to be anticipated, with you and me together. [image] ] Ji Zhiyao was so shocked that he could hardly hold his phone properly, he jabbed it a few times before he managed to open that image. It was his individual photo. The bits of hair before his forehead slightly covered his brows, a spirited look in his eyes, the corners of his lips lifted up. His right hand was on the left side of his chest, the spot below Mixs team logo. His figure was tall and lean, but not thin. Seems... a little handsome. Ji Zhiyao thought for a while and liked this post but did not repost it. Initially, the official ount directly posting his individual photo was already attracting enough attention, if he continued on to repost it, there might be people who would think that he was being smug and overlycent. This criticism was too heavy; he did not want to bear it. Not even reading thements below, Ji Zhiyao saved the photo and put his phone aside. He looked towards theputer screen, only feeling that he was filled with energy from head to toe. There was no way he could continue watching the video and keep his mind on it, Ji Zhiyao simply closed the page and called out to Heng, Brother,e solo. Heng was ying Spider Solitaire and was taken aback by his words. What the f*ck, you werent joking about it in the afternoon? Im such a serious person, I dont ever joke. Heng almost spat out a mouthful of blood. Isnt there still K, why are you getting me alone? Ji Zhiyao picked up theptop on the table and patted it. Ill finish you off then go to him, dont be anxious,e one by one. Bragging, are we? Upon hearing his words, Heng began to take things seriously. He brought out his ownptop and pointed to the sofa. Lets go, well solo! Both of them walked to beside the sofa, took one side each and sat down. Before they entered the room, Ji Zhiyao suddenly had a wild idea, saying, Lets y something exciting, Ill use a midne champion and youll use an assassin. How does that sound? Hengs eyes widened. Hows that supposed to be done? Ive never yed in such a manner before. Ji Zhiyao repliedpletely unaffectedly, Its fine, Ive never yed this way too. Theres a first time for everything. ... Alright. Hence when it came to picking their champions, Ji Zhiyao picked a mage with long range attack, Heng picked a melee assassin. When Ji Zhiyao yed as a jungler, the assassins he picked were basically all melee attackers, there were rarely any that could do long range attacks. The match had just started, he first tested the mages abilities in the fountain and felt that it wasnt too difficult, but the uracy of attacks still needed to be studied. Inparison, Heng was more miserable. He was all along used to long range attacking, it was his first time using this type of melee champion, naturally there were many areas that he wasnt adapted to. Both of them controlled their champions and shakily headed towards the defense turret at the very front. Arriving at the midne, Ji Zhiyao began to kill minions experimentally using his abilities. Opposite him, Heng simrly attacked cautiously. The minions were quickly wiped out by the both of them. Ji Zhiyao paused for a moment, then skipped on his short legs in Hengs direction. Heng was unwilling to be outdone and also did not believe that while it was both their first time ying, Ji Zhiyao would be able to grasp it better than him. He rushed right to a spot in front that was very close to the midner Little Short Legs, closed his eyes and started throwing his abilities. Ji Zhiyao dodged to the side, but because Little Short Legs ran too slowly, he was forcibly made to bear the attacks and lost half of his health. He quickly moved to hide under the defense turret, silently throwing a few nces at Little Short Legs, he bought a pair of elerated boots. Then, while Heng was crying into the air, Ji Zhiyao used two long ranged attacks in Hengs direction, the assassin also lost half of his health instantly. Heng was beat senseless and spun around on the spot. Because he was left with little health and his gold wasnt enough for him to purchase equipment, Ji Zhiyao did not dare to move in front. The two of them stared at each other from a distance, gazing at each other in speechless dismay. In conclusion, this was a very exciting match of rookies going against each other. In the end, Heng looked at the match record of 1:1 that was maintained for more than 30 minutes and sank into a breakdown. Not ying anymore, I surrender. With the amount of time it took for this one match, its enough for me to y two matches of 5v5. Ji Zhiyao wiped his face with his hand, feeling tired at heart too. Looks to be rather simple, but its so difficult when you y. I hereby swear, that I will never touch any assassin again. If I do vite this, its purely because of my tampering hand. Ji Zhiyao leaned backzily, drinking his yogurt as he agreed incoherently, Me too. Its still assassins that suit me best. Want me to get K over here for you? Ji Zhiyao didnt even think and rejected his offer right away. I think not. What if Im aggressive to him and he ends up surrendering? Captain definitely wouldnt let him off. Look at how awesome you are, standing akimbo and all. Ji Zhiyaoughed grinningly. He picked up hisptop and returned to his seat. He had just sat down when he heard Mo Huaifeng ask, Who won? No winner or loser, considered a draw. Ji Zhiyao replied without even turning his head. He stared at theputer screen, yet didnt really feel like watching videos. After some careful deliberation, heunched the colored block program fromst time, preparing to properly work some muscles. Before doing so, he opened the livestream software. Just a few days more, the month would be over again, the end of each month was spent religiously making up for livestream hours, it could be said to be a very hard time. Wee to MCMix.Yaos livestream room. Ji Zhiyao put on his ear-mic, his eyes curving lightly as he smiled. Its the end of the month, here to umte some duration, wont be gaming today, just training with a little program. [Theres even a livestream other than the photos today, my gosh, Im so happy.] [Training what, my melon? Are you starting to prepare for the national qualifiers?] [Who suddenly became a passerby turned fan after seeing the publicity stills? With those looks, my entire life is set.] [Are there no training tournaments this year?] [My melonrind has gotten the favor of the official ount, I have already saved the individual photo to be my wallpaper xoxo.] [The one who was a passerby turned fan, youre not alone. I mustpliment, IndefiniteFuture is really a little elf.] Ji Zhiyao said, Yes, Im currently preparing. There will be league matches, but the specific dates have not been confirmed. With that, he minimized the livestream room and began to battle against an entire screen of colored blocks with all of his mind. He never realized that when he wasnt there, the nature of the livestream room was as such. [My melonrind is really bing more and more handsome, feels like he grew from a little brat into a man overnight.] [Ow ow melonrind I love you!] [All natural, no preservatives and good at gaming too. Heaven please give me a boyfriend like this.] [What are all these colored blocks on the screen used for? Oh my gosh, theyre changing so quickly, virtually a blur.] [Is this one of the daily training subjects of professional yers? Its not easy, not easy.] [In the future, whoever continues to say that eSports is just inte-addicted youths ying games, I will definitely fling this video onto his face. Such training, theyre more prone to be blind if its done for a long time.] [Passerby, I feel like this little big brother isnt aspletely incapable as people say online. Such hand speed, is probably very difficult to attain, even for average professional yers.] [Training is really very tough] Seeing that Ji Zhiyao was training with colored blocks, Mo Huaifeng took time to take a look. When one round ended, he spoke out, The brightness of your screen is too high, adjust it. Ji Zhiyao rubbed his eyes, I was wondering why it felt slightly off today. Captain wheres your eye drops? Let me use it for a bit. Mo Huaifeng stood up. Hold on, Ill go get it. Ji Zhiyao blinked forcefully, but felt that his eyeballs were still a little dry. He closed his eyes and sighed, then said into the mic, Hold on a moment everyone, after Im done applying eye drops then Ill continue battling. [LOL have you gotten used to ordering Fi-god about usually, look at how Fi-god is doing everything uiningly, being a captain and a mother.] [Wow, our Fi is a little princess who doesnt do chores at all.] [Suddenly watching sweet interactions by this CP.] [PDA alwayses so unexpectedly.] Mo Huaifeng brought the eye drops and stuffed it into Ji Zhiyaos hand, still not forgetting to obscurely hook his pinky with his finger. Here. ... Thanks Captain. The moment he felt his pinky being hooked, Ji Zhiyaos whole heart instantly pounded nervously. He did not open his eyes the whole time and totally did not know if the audience in the livestream room had caught that scene. If they had... Ji Zhiyao fumbled around with great difficulty and twisted open the bottle cap, dripping a drop into each of his eyes. With no mind to check if his eyes still felt dry, he secretly stole a nce at Mo Huaifeng and forced himself to maximize the livestream room with a peaceful expression Very fortunately. The screen was filled with people expressing their joy at the professing of love, mingled with those expressing their envy and jealousy, no one had witnessed the scene of Mo Huaifeng seducing him. Ji Zhiyao sighed in relief and gave Mo Huaifeng a re openly. Mo Huaifeng happened to have caught it and asked with a smile, Why are you ring at me? In front of more than 30 thousand audiences in the livestream room, Ji Zhiyao had no choice but to bow his head and start spouting nonsense with gritted teeth. I feel that the Captain who got eye drops for me is so handsome that the gods are angry at the world of man because of him, I want to bow in worship. No need to be so polite. Nuo heard that line of ttery and rubbed the goosebumps on his arms with all his might. NoHomo, thats about enough, there must also be a limit to sucking up. Even if hes your father, its not right to praise him like this everyday. Ji Zhiyao was filled with pent-up anger and red angrily in return. Its none of your business! Damn it! I just stated a fact, why are you treating me like this? [HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA Im just f*cking left with this one word..] [Nuo: whats going on, whats this, what happened] [Diedughing in Nuos expression, cant get out. Who can save me?] [? ? ? Is this the day-to-day of the team that Im a fan of? What happened to the promise of team members being united?] [I can already foresee melonrind bing Mix battleteams new team dictator after Fi-god with his superb ttering skills.] Ji Zhiyao pretended that he did not see the rants in thements as he went on his own way to minimize the livestream room and continued his colored blocks training. His teammates voices sounded in his ear from time to time. K: Bastard Heng! I told you to quicklye to the topne. The opposing midner was left with just that bit of health and he got away. Heng: I f*cking went over already and youre telling me this? Can you use a beauty trap to hold him back? K: Beauty my ass! If I could, would I still need you toe help me finish him off? Heng: You cant me me either. Such work should be done by Xiao, where did he go? Xiao: Just crawled out of the dragons cave, Captain already said, I am ying games in a like zen-like approach now, cant be anxious. K: Ahhhh how infuriating! Ji Zhiyao multi-tasked, as he was kept busy with his colored block test while secretly holding in hisughter. He trained with the colored blocks for more than half an hour, then turned off his livestream and got up to get water from the kitchen. Downing half a ss of water, Ji Zhiyao returned to the training and found that with the exception of Mo Huaifeng, the rest were all putting on their jackets, preparing to head out. Seeing him walk, Xiaofei called out cheerfully, Brother, get changed, lets go for supper together. Hotpot, Captains treat. Ji Zhiyao look towards Mo Huaifeng and asked confusedly, Captains treat? Then Captain, why arent you getting changed? Mo Huaifeng frowned, his face looking slightly pale and coughed twice. Im not feeling very well, dont want to go. Ji Zhiyao nced at him, then turned to tell Xiaofei and the rest, Im not very hungry, I shall not go too. You guys go ahead. Chapter 145

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Heng said, Alright, then you can take care of Captain while you stay at the base, wait for us to bring back some food for you. Ji Zhiyao nodded. Okay. The rest left after they had finished putting on their jackets. Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng were the only two people left in the training room. Ji Zhiyao asked, Youre really not feeling well? Mo Huaifeng nodded. I have a slight headache, I might be getting a cold. Go sit on the sofa in the living room, Ill get you a ss of water. Ji Zhiyao said, Why not take some cold medicine first? Mo Huaifeng frowned deeply, resistance written all over his face. No need, just give me a ss of water. Ji Zhiyao was helpless. The team dictator who feared nothing and no one was afraid of taking medicine. If he shared this tidbit of information, nobody would believe it. He went to the dining room, poured a ss of warm water then walked through the training room to the living room and found that Mo Huaifeng was already lying on the sofa, his 1.86m build miserably hunched up. Ji Zhiyao reached out and patted his shoulder twice. Get up and drink some water first. When the both of them were alone, whatever requests Ji Zhiyao raised, Mo Huaifeng usually would not turn down, and this time was not an exception. Though he was not feeling well and did not want to move, he still propped himself on his arm and sat up, frowning, reluctantly finishing the whole ss of water. After drinking, Mo Huaifeng wanted to lie down once more, but was stopped by Ji Zhiyaos arm. Go upstairs and nap for a while. Mo Huaifeng stretched out his arm. Carry me upstairs, I feel so tired. He really wasnt sure if his small body would be able to carry the 1.86m Mo Huaifeng, he looked over and found that Mo Huaifengsplexion was bing progressively worse. Hence he stretched his muscles and joints, preparing to bend his back for him... The only unexpected thing was, just as Ji Zhiyao reached out, wanting to ce Mo Huaifengs arm on his shoulder, he dodged away unyieldingly. Ji Zhiyao looked with a questioning expression towards Mo Huaifeng, Mo Huaifeng curved his lips, saying, Even I cant carry me, not to mention you. ... Though I know you meant well for me, but it doesnt sound very right. Mo Huaifeng headed upstairs, Ji Zhiyao swiftly ran into the dining room for another ss of water, then frantically followed behind to go upstairs, like a little eunuch serving the emperor. Seeing Mo Huaifeng lie down, frowning, Ji Zhiyao put the ss down and raised the temperature of the air-conditioning in the room. After all that, he used his palm to try the temperature of Mo Huaifengs forehead, it was a little hot. Hence he urged, You must take medicine, at least a pill for your fever. Where is the bases medical kit? Theres no medical kit. Are you kidding me? The medical kit was bought by Yuan Wei the year beforest when the team was formed, the medicine in it has probably long expired. The only box of cold medicine that the base has is the one Xiaofei brought from home after the previous vacation. What a bunch of idiots they were, not even owning a medical kit that was a daily necessity! He had thought that he was careless enough, but did not expect that they would be worse. Ji Zhiyao felt resigned and said, Ill go out to buy some medicine. Anything you feel like having? Ill bring it back. Spicy crayfish. Spicy crayfish my ass. Have you seen anyone sick with a cold badgering to have spicy crayfish? Its so greasy, will you turn immortal after eating it or will those crayfish effectively cure you? Mo Huaifeng kept silent for a while, then said slowly, You were the one who asked me what I wanted to eat. Youre not allowed to think about that. Forget it, you shall have porridge. Ji Zhiyao made the final decision directly, without Mo Huaifengs consent. Ill go find if there are any ces that sell porridge, if there really arent any, Ille back and cook some for you. Mo Huaifeng was so pissed that he coughed twice and urged impatiently, Go quickly. Ji Zhiyao felt very aggrieved, but he could not make a fuss with a sick person. Hence he sighed sadly, tucked in the covers for Mo Huaifeng, returned to his room to grab his wallet and a thin jacket, went downstairs, put on his shoes and headed out. It was already a starlight filled sky outside, the temperature was slightly lower than in the day. Ji Zhiyao pulled on his jacket and looked for the pharmacy ording to the directions given by the navigation tool. Having came to Mix battleteam for more than half a year, this was still Ji Zhiyaos first time going out to buy medicine. The base was located in the suburbs, though the surroundings were very quiet, it was a 20 minute walk to the nearest pharmacy. Ji Zhiyao was worried that Mo Huaifeng would burn up in this during time where he hadnt taken fever medicine and he walked so quickly that he was about to be flying. By the time he reached the pharmacy, there was already perspiration on his forehead. He removed his jacket while saying to the pharmacist, Please get me a forehead thermometer, a box of fever medicine, two boxes of cold medicine and anti-inmmatory cough tablets, I want the more effective ones. Thank you. The pharmacist worked very quickly, gathering all the medicine in a few minutes and bagged them. Ji Zhiyao paid, said thanks and left the pharmacy. There was some small shops selling food opposite the pharmacy, the shops werent very big, neither did they look very hygienic. Mo Huaifeng was currently ill, his immune system would be weak too, Ji Zhiyao didnt feel too assured letting him eat these. Ji Zhiyao took a look at both the left and right sides and found that there werent any suitable ces nearby. He nced at his watch and decided to return to the base first. When he arrived back at the base, it had been a full 40 minutes since he left. Ji Zhiyao threw down his jacket and hastily rushed upstairs. In the room, Mo Huaifeng was sleeping wearily, there were even two patches of unnatural flushes on his face. Ji Zhiyao untied the bag, brought out the thermometer and ced it on Mo Huaifengs forehead for a moment. 37.8 C, not too high. He sighed in relief, then opened the box of fever medicine and woke Mo Huaifeng up. Captain, time to take medicine. Mo Huaifeng didnt open his eyes, only grunting out a sound of doubt from his throat, just from the sound, one could already tell how annoyed he was. Yet Ji Zhiyao could only persist in waking him up, then handed the water and fever medicine over. Mo Huaifeng finished taking the medicine drowsily and seemed to be slightly more awake as he said in a low, hoarse voice, Youre back. Mm. Ji Zhiyao put the ss down, and rolled his sleeves up while saying, You can sleep for a while more. Ill go downstairs to cook some porridge, Ill wake you in a bit to eat. Mo Huaifeng responded with a grunt, being so drowsy that he couldnt even speak. Ji Zhiyao did some simple tidying of the messy table, then went downstairs. All the ingredients in the kitchen were bought by auntie yesterday, and were slightly fresher. Though Ji Zhiyao didnt really know how to cook, he was still able to make a simple meal of porridge and some side dishes. He filled water to wash some rice, then plugged in the electric rice cooker and started to wash and cut vegetables. After making a dish of stir-fried celery and a te of broli, Ji Zhiyao shed his apron, the porridge was done too. Hedled out a bowl of porridge and ced some of each of the dishes onto an empty te. He carried the things and was preparing to head upstairs when he vaguely heard the sound of a door opening. Turning around, he found K standing at the entrance of the dining room, holding a stic bag, seeing the dishes in his hands, his grinning face turned nk. NoHomo, what are you doing? Captain is running a fever. I made some food for him. Evidently, Captain is running a fever was more attention-getting than NoHomo can cook, K was instantly restless on his feet. We only went out for two plus hours, how did Captain just fall ill? With Captains constitution, he probably doesnt fall ill in several hundred years, but has a hard time the moment he does. Ill go upstairs to give the food to Captain first. Sure, go ahead. We brought some food back, remember to eat when youe downstairster. Okay. With that, Ji Zhiyao headed upstairs. It was still very quiet upstairs, Ji Zhiyao pushed open the door that had been left ajar. It seemed like Mo Huaifeng did not fall asleep, upon hearing sounds, he opened his eyes. He sat up by himself before Ji Zhiyao was about to help him up, ncing apprehensively at the glossy and green te of vegetables. What is this? Stir-fried celery and broli. Im not eating it, take it away. Ji Zhiyao was stunned and asked tentatively, I tried a bite, it doesnt taste bad, why dont you try it? Mo Huaifeng sunk into silence. It could be seen that he was making a difficult choice between to eat or not to eat... After hesitating for a very long time, he took the chopsticks, observed for a bit and picked up the thinnest piece of celery in the te. Then he chewed twice with a frown and swallowed with difficulty, then said against his will, Its good. Then finish everything. So why did he have to find trouble for himself? Because he knew that the food were all made by Ji Zhiyao, Mo Huaifeng held back the urge of wanting to throw down his chopsticks, the corner of his forehead felt slightly achy. He had never had such a strong desire, of wanting to quickly recover from a cold. Ji Zhiyao watched as he silently finished eating all the porridge and vegetables, then pushed away the empty tray, evidently relieved, and was tempted tough as he assured, If your fever goes down today, you wont have to eat these tomorrow. While saying that, he picked up the thermometer and ced it against Mo Huaifengs forehead for a measurement. 37.4 C, his temperature was gradually falling. Captain, are you still in good health? The door was pushed open from the outside, Nuo entered with his head popped in and looking about. Seeing the thermometer in Ji Zhiyaos hand, he moved forward and asked, NoHomo, is Captain still running a fever? Low fever, nothing much. Nuo heaved a sigh of relief. Thats great. His line of sight moved towards the empty bowl and te on the table, and clicked his tongue in his surprise. NoHomo, you even know how to cook. Doesnt this mean that you can make our supper everyday from now on? Only half of Ji Zhiyaos sure was vocalized, when he heard Mo Huaifeng say lightly, No. Nuo looked towards him. I dont want to eat grass everyday. Oh. Ji Zhiyao shrugged with an innocent expression. Im an inte-addicted youth, that I am able to do all these is not bad, right? Nuo chimed in, Captain is just difficult to please. Agreed. Mo Huaifeng was confused. How exactly was he difficult to please? Mo Huaifeng could not restrain himself as he looked towards Ji Zhiyao, wanting to defend himself. Yet Ji Zhiyao only gave him a mischievous smile, then turned and ran away. Mo Huaifeng was so angered that he coughed continuously, Nuo who was at the side quickly poured him a ss of water, serving it in humble reverence. Captain, cool down, cool down, anyway you cant do anything to us now. Hence in the afternoon the next day. Ji Zhiyao went downstairs, drowsy with sleep and found that Mo Huaifeng was already seated in the training, not in the least bit looking like he had been ill yesterday. Ji Zhiyao walked over and pulled out a chair. Has your fever gone down? Do you still feel ufortable anywhere? All good. Ji Zhiyao carefully observed hisplexion and realized that he wasnt lying, he did look much better, looks like he was almost fully recovered. Hence he was relieved and asked, Dont we have a training tournament at 6pm today? Yesterday you were sick and didnt read the information, now theyre still not awake, no need to wake them? No hurry, let me ask you a question first. Whats up? Am I very difficult to please? He looked towards Mo Huaifengs pretty eyes and shook his head with a very strong desire to live on as he said sincerely, I was joking with Nuo yesterday, youre very easy to take care of, really. Mo Huaifeng surveyed Ji Zhiyaos expression, genuine and earnest. He didnt look like he was lying in any way. Hence he nodded very satisfactorily, then leaned in, his lips brushed the side of Ji Zhiyaos. Go get them downstairs, Ill order takeaway. Ji Zhiyao replied with an okay absentmindedly and floated up the stairs. Turning back the corner, he came back to his senses and stretched out his hand to feel where he had just been touched. Captain kissed him just now! Ji Zhiyao squatted alone in the corner giggling. When he had enough, he lifted his head and found that K was standing right opposite him, looking at him with question marks all over his face. Sh*t, it felt like a disaster was imminent. However, having spent a lot of time with Mo Huaifeng, Ji Zhiyao admitted that he was more thick-skinned than anybody else. He coughed twice, as if nothing had happened. Youre up? We have a training tournament at 6PM today, Captain was looking for you. At the mention of training tournament and Captain, K instantly became well-behaved. Id almost forgotten about that. Sure, Ill go wake them up. Ji Zhiyao peacefully rounded past K, at the same time, waspletely unaware of the questioning gaze behind him as he pushed opened the doors of the rest one by one. Ten minutester, the four people who were sleeping were all dragged up. Ji Zhiyaopleted his mission and went downstairs ahead of them. The four people following behind him were like walking corpses, their gazes nk. When they neared the entrance, they sessfully frightened the stats analyzer and Yuan Wei so much that they took a few steps back at the same time. Yuan Wei said with a blue face, What are you guys doing? In bright daylight, cosying the Dead Rising? Heng turned to him, You try kissing a girl with D cups in your dreams and suddenly Temptation of a Man ys beside your ear? All that dy, aha, I almost died. Yuan Wei looked at them withplicated feelings. Thats pretty pitiful. Heng instantly looked towards Ji Zhiyao with look of condemn. Ji Zhiyao dashed into the training room, hiding behind Mo Huaifeng as he pushed the me in a frenzy. Captain told me to wake you guys, look for him if you want revenge. Everyone instantly shriveled. Mo Huaifeng did not join them, only speaking to the stats analyzer, Old Ning, where is the info on Miao Pai? Theyve been formed for less than a year, there are only records of friendly matches, they have yet to y in any official tournaments. No concrete information, the team with the exception of the jungler, the rest are almostplete newbies. You guys know their jungler too, Cabbage. Hence Mo Huaifeng, Heng, K and Nuo, all their expressions turned dark in a second. Hearing the word jungler, Ji Zhiyao perked up his ears. But seeing this scene, he stayed quiet and turned his head to exchange eye contact with Xiao. Who is Cabbage? Xiao shook his head, indicating that he did not know either. Chapter 146

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao turned his head back with doubt. The stats analyzer caught them and exchanged a look with Mo Huaifeng before exining, We always said that Mix battleteam had been reassembled. Cabbage was Mix battleteams jungler, also one of Mixs original members who made it into the previous international league. Damn! Then this person was really a somebody. The stats analyzer continued, I only found out about the make-up of their members yesterday too, thats why I suggested inviting this team for our first training tournament. NoHomo is a newbie, well let him try his hand first, for the rest of the positions, things can be easily arranged, well handle that next time. Mo Huaifeng nodded expressionlessly, suddenly saying, Im going out for a smoke. He stood up with his cigarette case and lighter, then walked out of the door without turning back. Though Ji Zhiyao did not know what had happened, but he could sense that Mo Huaifeng was in a really bad mood. He couldnt even remember how long it had been since hest saw Mo Huaifeng smoke. He only vaguely recalled that thest time was when Xiaos hand was injured and they were scathingly criticized by haters, Mo Huaifeng stood by the street, the smoke rings that he blew out were as cold as his expression. Was it because of Mixs ex-jungler, Cabbage? Ji Zhiyao looked towards the rest who had been quiet the whole time since Mo Huaifeng stepped out to smoke, and listened to the stats analyzer continue to speak. Half-heartedly, his mind was about to fly to Mo Huaifeng. The stats analyzer briefed, About Cabbage, his vision of the overall situation is very good, very strong in the ability to roam about thenes. What you guys must take note, is to try your best to not let your own be a pairedne for the opponent, be sure to be cautious. Ji Zhiyao was deliberating about things when the stats analyzer suddenly called him, NoHomo, you especially need to take note of this point, do you hear? Ji Zhiyao nodded, yet his eyes involuntarily darted in the direction of the outside of the vi. After keeping quiet for a moment, he took the initiative to ask, Anything else about the rest? Its only this point about Cabbage that needs to be noted, Im not sure about the other positions, I would have to wait till after you guys y against them. Okay, I got it. Ji Zhiyao said, Then... Ill go out to check on Captain first. The rest also looked towards the outside of the vi, appearing to be preupied with troubled thoughts. The stats analyzermented, Back then Cabbage... Its only right that Captain is in a bad mood, remember to help urge him, go on. Ji Zhiyao nodded without a word. Walking out of the vi, Ji Zhiyao walked towards the bench in the backyard. As expected, Mo Huaifeng sat on the long bench, looking down, traces of sparks in front of him. Ji Zhiyao walked over and sat in the spot beside him. He found that there were already three cigarette butts on the floor, the one in Mo Huaifengs hand was probably the fourth. It wasnt right to let him continue smoking like this, Ji Zhiyao opened his mouth and called out, Mo Huaifeng? Mo Huaifeng threw a nce at him, because he was in a bad mood, his voice was slightly cold, but he still replied, Mm. I kinda wanted to listen to a story, want to tell me about it? Mo Huaifeng curved his lips slightly, Its not like Im a reading machine. He became silent for a few seconds before starting, Cabbage... we joined the team in the same batch, his results were excellent. Back then the club specially promoted him to be the co-captain as a form of encouragement. He was that good huh. Ji Zhiyao asked, Then? Then we clinched the championship title of the national qualifiers together and charged into the international league. But in the second match of the seeding games, because of a mistake, the team was eliminated. Mo Huaifeng recalled in a low voice. Chapter 147

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios That was the first time China had made it into the international league. The greater the expectation, the greater the disappointment, there were more and more voices of criticism from the outside world. Cabbage felt that there was a problem with the capability of the team itself, he could not stay on and directly requested to quit the team. Ji Zhiyao frowned, asking, Problem with capability? There probably isnt another team stronger than Mix locally... So he went to a foreign battleteam? Yes. Mo Huaifeng nced at him. With his capabilities, it was possible to join the foreign established teams, but those teams already have starting yers. At the very beginning he went to Koreas Sannan battleteam to be a jungler reserve for a year. ording to what Old Ning said, he must have just returned recently. Ji Zhiyao dragged out the sound. ... Oh. He could not make sense of it in his mind, Cabbage had no qualms as he joined a foreign team to be a reserve, abandoning his position as a starter in an all Chinese team, whether it was purely because he wanted to win, or wanted to win honor for China at the international league, both reasons were hardly justifiable. How did Cabbagee to this decision? Young and aggressive, maybe he wanted to make a name for himself? While Ji Zhiyao was spacing out, Mo Huaifeng put out the cigarette in his hand and threw it into the trash can together with the scattered cigarette butts on the floor. Then he looked at Ji Zhiyao, as he towered over him. Lets go back. Who cares who he is, we must win in the evening. Ji Zhiyao patted his butt and stood up as well. He could tell that Mo Huaifeng still had a cold air around him, hence he intentionally teased, Old Ning even told me to urge you, but your self-restoring capacity is rather strong. I didnt say anything and youre already full of fight. Mo Huaifeng stopped and asked seriously, Then do you want to console me? Ji Zhiyao was instantly frightened. ... No, I shall not, shall not. It was broad daylight, he didnt dare to continue this conversation with Mo Huaifeng. It could be obviously seen that Mo Huaifeng was slightly disappointed as he continued to walk. This time Ji Zhiyao had learned to be smart andgged half a step behind him, decisively choosing not to move closer next to him. Both of them entered the training room one behind the other. The takeaway that Mo Huaifeng ordered earlier had arrived, the others were all eating. Ji Zhiyao took a portion and sat back in his seat, then started to rank alone while eating. He yed four matches, three wins one loss. He was the MVP for every match, his condition was really not bad. Hence Ji Zhiyao exited the ranked match and finished up his food that had already turned cold, then began his colored block training that was to be done for an hour each day. The afternoon passed very quickly and it came to 6PM, the agreed time for the training tournament. A row of five people put on their ear-mics, Xiao sat behind Ji Zhiyao and Xiaofei behind Heng, preparing to spectate quietly. Mo Huaifeng invited them and everyone entered the custom room. All the members were here, Ji Zhiyao locked onto the name right in the middle of the opponents all at once. MP.Cabbage. Cabbage. Ji Zhiyao eyes grew slightly cold. After both teams did a check, Mo Huaifeng and the opponents Captain MP.Yun finished their confirmation and began to load the game. The progress bar of the game gradually moved forward, Ji Zhiyaos heartbeat also gradually sped up. The past that Mix battleteam was unable to let go of. He must defeat Cabbage, to let him know just how wrong the decision that he had once made was. Ji Zhiyao chose a champion that he was most skilled in. Once the match began, due to the reminder from the stats analyzer, he specially observed the movements of Cabbage and realized that he did not appear near the jungle. He made a decision very quickly, slowly moving from the left half of the jungle to the topne. Reminding at the same time, Heng, beware of the bushes in the middlene. Cabbage might be hiding there. Heng: Got it, dont worry. Ji Zhiyao silently hid into the bush beside his teams defense turret at the topne. As K took damage from several abilities, an assassin suddenly rushed out from a bush on the other side. At the same time, Ji Zhiyao as if calcted the timing urately, simrly jumped out from the bush. Ji Zhiyao: Henge over for a bit. A 1v3 became a 2v3, at the same time, two of the three opponents had already used their abilities, the situation was ever-changing. Heng bought elerated boots, Little Short Legs trotted through the bushes as he ran towards the topne. Heng: Coming, lure him towards me. Thus Ji Zhiyao and K pushed the three people under their turret to the spot near the bushes, while Heng secretly threw out a stunning ability. K reaped in the kills. Cabbage ran away with a trifle of health, and the opponents bottomne duo was ughtered tragically. K: Nice! Heng: Nice! Ji Zhiyao turned and threw himself into the jungle, beginning to farm madly to level up. When he rose to level five, he trapped Cabbage at the middlene, then engaged in another fight as they had done, managing to fully refill his own health. For some reason, Cabbage didnt dare to mess with Mo Huaifeng, so the bottomne was basically impregnable by the defense. Ji Zhiyao was not worried, only roaming between the top and middlenes and the jungle as he often engaged suddenly with Cabbage. The standards of the other members of Miao Pai were all average, and they could not find any opportunities to counter. The match went on till the 20th minute, K and Hengs levels were both a level above the opponent. Ji Zhiyao did not bother with them as he prepared to go directly for the little dragon. Halfway through, three members of Miao Pai, including Cabbage, surrounded him. Ji Zhiyao called out, Heng, Captain, one of you quickly get here. Anyter, I would be battered to death by these three bastards. Mo Huaifeng had already hastily began to hurry over with his bow long before he had spoken, Heng took a nce and said, NoHomo dont panic, Captain has gone. Im pushing the turret, you guys engage first. Ji Zhiyao was being ganged up on, just as his abilities were soon going to be used up and was about to be powerless, the three people around him were all struck by arrows and all handed out their skulls. Ji Zhiyao began to recall with a shred of his health left, not forgetting to be mischievous for a bit. Look at Captains archery skills, one arrow, one kiddo. By instantly leaving the bodies of three of the opponents lying dead in the jungle, is this a distortion of humanity or a decay of morals. Heng: Look at how yful you are, beware that someone is going to jump out suddenly and kill you. Ji Zhiyao: Hows that possible, Captain is still in the dragons cave... Before he could finish his words, he was killed by the opponents captain who suddenly appeared out of nowhere. Ji Zhiyao: Damn it, Heng, has your mouth been consecrated before? Heng: HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA damn idiot. Ji Zhiyao: I was just left with two seconds before I would be back home! He watched as Mo Huaifeng settled the opponents Captain with just a few abilities, then delivered his abilities and took down the little dragon, feeling instantly more depressed at heart. When he respawned, he swept through the jungle while whining, My kills, my dragon, my gold, all snatched away by Captain. Mo Huaifeng: Youe to the bottomne. Ji Zhiyao: Whats up? Theres a problem? He walked over questioningly and found Mo Huaifeng was standing in a certain spot, unmoving as he said to him, Take the minions, Im giving you gold. Nuo: What the f*ck, Captain, shouldnt you take into ount that theres still another person at the bottomne before you say those words! Im a level lower than the both of you, doesnt your conscience hurt? Mo Huaifeng: It doesnt. Heng sighed deeply. The ardent love from a father, Im envious, jealous, hating. Ji Zhiyao silently wiped out all the minions at the bottomne, thinking to himself, foolish mortals, this is certainly not the love from a father. The feeling of leaning on a tycoon, it was known as feeling amazing. Ji Zhiyao who had finished off an entire wave of minions felt stronger all over. He took a look at the level stats and decisively went to wreck the opposite jungle, killing whoever stood in his way. In a moment, he single-handedly took two kills, creeping in the bushes, secretly heading towards the big dragon. Ji Zhiyao: Three from the opposition are fighting the big dragon, lets pull a dirty trick? K: This sounds very sleazy, but I like it. How do you want to do it? Mo Huaifeng saw Ji Zhiyao hiding and understood what he meant in a second, lips curving into a small smile, he said, K pretend you didnt realize, Heng and I will rush over and drop the opponents health to shreds. Ji Zhiyao was excited. Make the big dragon wild and trample the opponents to death, then Ill kill the dragon, doesnt that sound great? Heng: What the f*ck, thats really sleazy. Yet though he put it that way, Heng was still very excited as he rushed forward gleefully. After a while, Heng and Mo Huaifengs health dropped steeply, pretending that they were no match for their opponents. The three opponents didnt have time to be happy, the assassin that Ji Zhiyao controlled dashed out like an arrow leaving the bow, his first and second abilities all hit the big dragon The big dragon went wild. Ji Zhiyao ran after his attack, and dodged quick enough, hence the damage from the quake of the big dragon going wild did not hit him. Instead, the three people from the opposing team left with trifles of health didnt manage to run in time and all copsed. Ji Zhiyao then scurried forward, using his ultimate ability right away to kill the big dragon that did not have much health. He escaped the scene after his kill, the two people from Miao Pai who had just respawned could not catch up to him at all. K: The way this dirty trick was executed was right up my street. Heng: Awesome, youre the most good looking boy in this dragons cave. Ji Zhiyao chuckled. With the support from the big dragon, together with Miao Pai battleteam being beaten into a heap of loose sand, Mix very quickly pushed to their base. Atst, in the moment that the crystal was to copse, Ji Zhiyao saw the few lines of words on the open chat. [ [OPPONENT] MP.Cabbage: New jungler? Your tricks are not bad.] [ [OPPONENT] MP.Cabbage: Turns out the ex-captain doesnt care for the past affections at all. Then in the future, you all better be careful.] Ji Zhiyao turned his head and shared eye contact with Mo Huaifeng. Nuo discovered the line of words very quickly. Damn, what does he mean by this? Provocation? He quit the team and left by himself and still wants us to care for our past rtions, how is he not ashamed? Ji Zhiyao somehow felt that something was amiss, just as he was about to take a screenshot to save a copy, he realized that with the end of the match, the chat messages in the course of the match had faded out. Certain ill feeling in his heart gradually grew stronger, he turned back and asked, Cabbages words, did anyone take a screenshot? The others all shook their heads indicating that they hadnt. The stats analyzer closed his tablet, asking, NoHomo, is something wrong? Ji Zhiyao shook his head. Its nothing, I just feel that something is amiss, perhaps Ive read too much into it. ... As it turned out, it was not only women who have the sixth sense, men do too. Nearing dawn, someone began to reveal things on Tieba. [Title: Miao Pai Battleteams current jungler had been forced to quit his previous team? OP knows that perhaps all of you totally do not know of Miao Pai, this unknown battleteam. Dont panic, theres someone that all of you definitely know, Cabbage, emphasizing on the main point, Cabbage! He was Mix battleteams very first jungler, was the co-captain in those days, a great brother who worked hand in hand with Fi-god. As an indispensable main force of the team, he aided the battleteam in making it into the international league. Then why did he be the current jungler of a certain unknown battleteam? ording to one of OPs friends in the scene, back then, due to a crushing mistake, Mix was eliminated from the international league. Cabbage was the co-captain, for the sake of stabilizing the Captains position, he chose to quit the team, acquiescing that he would bear the responsibility for the mistake. These few years, Cabbage had always been a jungler reserve out there, never had the chance to encounter a starting position. Then herees the most interesting part. Not long ago Cabbage was bought by Miao Pai battleteam, today evening, they had a training tournament with his ex-team. His ex-team continuously yed dirty tricks, unwilling to fight face on, unwilling to give him the respect that he deserved. Miao Pai battleteam lost the tournament in the end, I believe some of you watched Cabbages livestream earlier in the night, he was very disappointed.] OP does not understand, since they used such underhanded means back then to kick Cabbage out of the team, how could they still treat him like this so unashamedly now? Above is what my friend and I discovered through observations, we do not have conclusive evidence. We are just righting the wrongs for this yer, everyone can choose to believe it or not. I will be hanging in thements silently watching.] [1stment: Disperse, disperse, this is purely a malicious post. Fi-god is the most responsible man Ive seen in the eSports scene, when have you guys seen him daring not to own up to his mistakes? After all, he is the boss of Mixs club, even if he did do wrong, theres no need to try to cover up. Unlike certain people, buying ghostwriters on Tieba and Weibo, seems like he wants to make use of Fi-gods poprity to poprize himself during hiseback?] [2ndment: Thement sounds too bias. Feels like the eSports scene hasnt been very clean for the recent few years, if there really is such a thing as silently taking responsibility, its not that its impossible.] [3rdment: There are legal liabilities for starting rumors, please take note.] [4thment: What wrong is there to right for Cabbage? Youve put it so nicely, in another manner of putting it, isnt it just Mix battleteam losing the match back then and he left because he was criticized very heavily? I do know that, after that he went to a Korean battleteam to be a reserve, if he really still knows shame, why would he pick a South Korean battleteam and not an all Chinese one? LOL disgusting.] [5thment: Back then I already did not understand why Mix wanted to reassemble, now it seems like Ive seen the truth.] [6thment: Suddenly very disappointed in this scene.] [7thment: I watched Cabbages livestream, he didnt say anything, I feel like he isnt someone who would lie.] [8thment: Heh heh, feels like IndefiniteFuture is a jinx, the moment he joined, the entire battleteam is filled with scandals.] [9thment: Using the battleteams internal information that the public wouldnt have any way of knowing to mislead the publics opinion, ndering Fi-god, its disgusting. Since Cabbage was the co-captain, why didnt he say that the wrong decision back then was made by him? So dramatic even when hes trying to turn his image around, attention seeker!] [10thment: Unfollowing. So much drama from just being a fan of an eSports battleteam, its mentally exhausting too.] ... The mes on Tieba spread directly to Weibo. Ji Zhiyao was preparing to go to bed after using the toilet, when he came across this post on Weibo, his sleepiness was instantly nowhere to be found. He did not even pull his pants up properly and rushed into the training room with his phone raised. All of you quickly look at the post on Weibo! With the exception of Xiaofei and Xiao, the others had not gone to bed. Seeing his anxious and panicking manner, they quickly brought out their phones. Chapter 148

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Mo Huaifeng instead first reminded Ji Zhiyao. Put on your pants properly first. Okay. Ji Zhiyao hurriedly pulled up his pants and awaited the reactions of the others. K read the fastest, with a long face, he pped the table and burst out, Ive lived for so many years, this is my first time seeing such a shameless person. Why, he thought we would give a thought to the past rtions and allow rumors to be made up blindly? Mo Huaifeng frowned, Ill go give the club a call first. Nuo, you get Yuan Wei. Okay. Everyone was solemn. K and Heng had already logged onto their Weibo alternate ounts to tell people off. Ji Zhiyao thought for a moment and found a video of Mixs losing game at the previous international league online. He dragged the progress bar till the very end and started watching from there. Both teams were well-matched in strength, the defense turrets on each of thenes have been pushed down till the veryst one. Then Mix battleteam went to take down the big dragon. Cabbage was the jungler, positioned all the way inside, beside him was Mo Huaifeng, both of them were already left with a shred of health. The remaining three members defended on the outside. Cabbage used his jungling abilities, but because he had previously changed a certain jungling equipment to shoes, the damage he did to the big dragon was slightly less than he had estimated. In the next second, both of them were trampled to death by the big dragon. The opponents ADC found a gap and directly used a long range attack to finish off the big dragon. As a result, Mix battleteam threw the entire game. Ji Zhiyao pursed his lips. However, based on the video, it could not be determined clearly who was in the right and who was in the wrong between Cabbage and Mo Huaifeng. This mistake, could be seen as Cabbages carelessness, and could also be seen as a wrong decision made by Mo Huaifeng. This was exactly the reason why it wasnt easy to judge and hence also gave certain trolls online a gap to wantonlyment. Ji Zhiyao frowned, as if he had thought of something, he went onto the livestream tform to search the rey of Cabbages livestream from a few hours ago. His livestream duration wasnt long, a little past 30 minutes. Ji Zhiyao clicked to speed up the video. A young man with a buzz cut appeared on the screen, smiling forcefully as he greeted, Hello everyone, I am Miao Pai battleteams jungler, Cabbage. [Why do I feel like my Little Cabbages expression looks so forced... did something happen to make you unhappy?] Im not unhappy, its just we lost the training tournament just now. [Our Miao Pai has startedpeting in training tournaments? Is it convenient to tell us which battleteam it was?] Cabbage smiled, his face moved out of frame for a bit. Nothing inconvenient, but I somehow feel that its not very nice to reveal their name. He nced to the side, another person that seemed to be his teammate continued the conversation, his voice was slightly soft, but was very clear. Oh my, Little Cabbage, dont be afraid to speak up just because theyre your ex-team. Cabbage stopped him with an exmation, Song! [What the f*ck what did I hear? Could it be Mix battleteam?] [Was it because you lost to your ex-team that you were sad? Hugs, its okay, its okay. Were great.] Cabbage saw thement and put on a small smile. Theyve made a really huge improvement, I was very surprised. Especially the new jungler, at the start I thought he was a newbie and lowered my guard, didnt expect that he was very strong. [Just a trashy influencer, what exactly is good about him? Even Little Cabbage is praising him.] [He should feel privileged.] Watching to this point, Ji Zhiyao was almost in tears from being pissed off. Lets not mention that Cabbage totally wasnt sincerely praising him, even if he was, with all themotion started on Tieba and Weibo, he couldnt bring himself to like this person anyway. The livestream was still ying, indeed, Cabbages teammate then said, I dont think hes any good, that dirty trick that he yed with his Little Cabbage was virtually too insulting, Little Cabbage isnt in their team now, why are they so hostile to Little Cabbage? Thements flew in rapidly: [What does that mean? What have I missed?] [Actually insulted Little Cabbage? A flopped idol of the scene who openly shields his teammate and a suck up trashy jungler, what right do they have to make remarks about a senior who has made it into the international league previously?] [Fi-god insulting someone? Are you kidding? He may be slightly aloof, but he has never insulted anyone.] Sorry, thats it for the livestream today. Some of the words, please do not take it to heart. With that, Cabbage hastily went offline. His livestream video ended right there. At this very moment, Ji Zhiyaos lungs were about to explode in anger. For this wave of things, anyone with discerning eyes would be able to tell that it was instructed by Cabbage to his teammates, why would there still be people criticizing Mo Huaifeng on Tieba and Weibo? Ji Zhiyao curbed himself to calmly take a few deep breaths in and out, then picked up his phone and began to change his ount to strike back at people wildly. ... Nuo and Yuan Wei went directly to the backyard to look for Mo Huaifeng. It happened that Mo Huaifeng had just hung up his call, Yuan Wei asked with a frown, How is the club going to handle this? First control thements under the official ount, then release an announcement tomorrow, as the first warning, if it isnt effective thenwyers letters will be sent out directly. Yuan Wei nodded. Its the best to sendwyers letters right away. Those people should have taken a second look at the kind of rumors they were creating, I wished I could grab their heads and put them back in school to be educated again. Nuo said, Back then we didnt realize that Cabbage was such a person, Im utterly disgusted. If we had told Old Ning beforehand to not invite Miao Pai battleteam, things would be fine. Instead, weve now allowed them to use us to create a rally for them before the national qualifiers this year. Yuan Wei was evidently enraged, as seen from the veins on the corner of his forehead that stood out. Since it hase to this, dont take into ount whatever old ties anymore. Cabbage, to be honest, could we get the club to deal with him directly? Back then at the international league, Cabbage made a mistake, but no one ever med him. In the end, he conceitedly demanded to leave the team, Captain, you didnt allow the club to charge him the high amount of penalty for breach of contract, youve already shown extreme forbearance. If it wasnt for that, his debts wouldve crushed him to death, how would he still be able to freely wander to Korea to be a reserve? He has never cared for old ties! Damn it, just thinking about how our team has yed just one training tournament and already being made a scapegoat for such a huge incident, its infuriating. Mo Huaifengs expression was peaceful, as if the other person that Yuan Wei had spoken about wasnt him. Ive asked the club, they only said some guiding vocabry in the video, also the party had warned others not to believe it. If we do blow this up, it would at most be getting them to apologize. Nuo added his view. The key is that what theyvee up with definitely wouldnt be just this. I dont believe that they werent the first to post on Tieba and Weibo? Captain, hand this to me, since they want to malign us, they would have to check if they themselves have the capability to. Ill contact a friend right now, I dont believe we wont be able to determine the IP address of those posts. Mo Huaifeng went silent for a moment and nodded atst, giving his tacit approval. Nuo took his phone to a side to make a call. Yuan Wei yawned. This year has been slightly vexing, feels like nothing is going favorably. Mo Huaifeng consoled him for once, reaching out to pat him twice on the shoulder. eSports scene. When the national qualifiers end, all will be good. Have you forgotten how badly we were criticized the year we lost the international league? Yuan Wei involuntarily shuddered, that period of unpleasant memories were evidently still fresh in his mind. Mo Huaifeng curled his lips and did not speak. When Nuo was done with his phone call, the three of them entered the vi together. The entire training room was brightly lit, K who hadnt done a livestream in the longest time was in a thundering rage before the camera at the crack of dawn. Even Xiao and Xiaofei who had gone to bed earlier had been called down, dark circles beneath their eyes as they hugged a phone each, battling in all directions. Seeing them walk in, Ji Zhiyao was the first to share eye contact with Mo Huaifeng. Mo Huaifeng nodded slightly towards him, with a small smile, Ji Zhiyao was instantly reassured. Yuan Wei took a look around the room, suddenly saying, Dont you all feel tired using your alternate ounts to rebuke people? Were already being criticized right on our doorstep, the things we have not done, lets be open and above board about things. The room went silent for a few seconds before a dreary wail burst out. Heng rolled up his sleeves. Ive been suppressing it so badly, I must condemn them till they admit defeat with their handsced behind their head. Yuan Wei said, NoHomo, the time for your use hase. Quickly bring out your buried capabilities to establish our stand on the situation, use obscenities if you have to and do inform while youre at it, that whoever continues b*tching will receive awyers letter directly. Ji Zhiyao froze, then nodded. Okay, leave it to me. Slightly more than ten minutester, all members of Mix took turns publishing a post on both Weibo and Tieba, the general content of the post is as follows. 1 There was quite a lot of messy gossip and rumor in the eSports scene, but to have all members who dared to counter so directly, Mix battleteam was considered the very first in history. In a short moment, there were already many people with suspecting attitudes who chose to believe; many ounts who reposted about the rumors previously also deleted their posts. Whereas in the training room, after posting, everyone yawned several times while facing each other. Yuan Wei said, Well wait till tomorrow to deal with the remaining matters, lets disperse now, go to bed. The others had no objections, each one heading upstairs to sleep with dispirited expressions. Ji Zhiyao intentionally fell behind to be right at the end and waited till Mo Huaifeng sent Yuan Wei off before heading upstairs with him. Because they werent in good moods and were also too exhausted. For the two flights of stairs, both of them essentially had zero interaction. When Ji Zhiyao walked to the front of his door, Mo Huaifeng reached and rubbed his hair with some strength, saying in a soft voice, Go sleep. Ji Zhiyao hesitated for a moment, checked left and right, then reached out and pinched Mo Huaifengs face. While he was in a daze, he coughed and said, Good night. With that, Ji Zhiyao turned and ran off, closing his door. Mo Huaifeng stood in the same spot, his expression that had been a rather upset one since finding out about the incident on Tieba gradually rxed as he resignedly lifted the corner of his lips. So mischievous, all from being spoilt. ... The next morning, once the staff who managed the official ount reported to work, a post was published right away. [Mix Battleteam OfficialV: Recently, LovedGuoGuo, User457, FloatingHundreds and more users have spread rumors such as Mix battleteams ex-jungler quit the team of his own ord in order to maintain Mix.Fis reputation, Mix.Fi insulted ex-teammate and more untrue remarks on Weibo and Tieba, sparking erroneous direction of public opinion, leading toizens having bad impressions of Mix battleteam and even resulting in nder. Mix Club has hereby initiated legal proceedings towards the above ounts ording to thew. Relevant materials have been handed to S City Courthouse. Meanwhile, we would like to highlight a few points. 1. Towards nder of Mix battleteam and each of the members, the club maintains a zero tolerance policy. Once rumor spreaders are found, the club will sue each person ording to thew. 2. Regarding the nderous guiding vocabry used by Mix battleteam ex-starter jungler (current Miao Pai battleteams starting jungler) Cabbage and the other members of Miao Pai battleteam in their livestream yesterday, the club will be activelymunicating with Le Tian Club, which Miao Pai battleteam belongs to, we absolutely will not put up with the insults silently. 3. We hope that all Tieba and Weibo users be cautious be ones words and actions, avoid creating and spreading rumors at all times. At the same time, regarding some untrue rumors, Mix battleteam wees all to monitor and investigate. Attached here, the materials for suing. [image] Wishing everyone a good day. ] The moment the official ount makes a move, the truth will be made known. Once this Weibo post was published, most people were immediately frightened. All of them did not expect that the rumors this time round would incur such a big reaction from Mix Club. The stats analyzer learned about this matter and specially came bright and early to look for Mo Huaifeng and the rest, to apologize. In his point of view, knowing perfectly well that the other partys jungler was the teams ex-jungler and still insisting on inviting them for the training tournament and not telling everyone in advance, resulting in such a hugemotion, was all his fault. Mo Huaifeng said, Nothing to do with you. It was he who changed. Ji Zhiyao could not help but look towards him. Captain who said these words, his features were slightly obscure, seems like he was upset at heart. Nuo returned from outside after making a call and was evidently aware of that, as he lowered his speaking voice. Captain, my friend has traced the IP address of the Tieba post, it really came from Miao Pai battleteams base. Everyone in the room turned silent. Especially those people who had fought side by side with Cabbage before Mix reassembled, including Nuo himself, his mouth was pursed tightly. Evenst night, when they had already guessed that all the rumors were started by Cabbage, they still held some hope deep down. He was after all, once arade-in-arms, they did not wish to guess about him with the most vicious thoughts. But now the truth was right before them, they had to ept it. Nuo sighed. Captain, Ive sent all the materials to you. How to handle it... If theres really no way, hand it over to the club. Hearing this, Ji Zhiyao looked at Mo Huaifengs expression once more. His countenance did not change, as if since he forgot himself yesterday, he wouldnt find this news disappointing anymore. He mm-ed and said in a businesslike tone, Hand it directly to Yuan Wei, let him go handle it. After pausing for a moment, he continued, Well check out Miao Pais attitude first, if they are willing to apologize, we can let it pass. If they do not apologize, let Yuan Wei and the club discuss and make a decision. Nuo replied. Alright, Ill text Yuan Wei. When the training room resumed its deathly stillness and silence, Ji Zhiyao intentionally coughed, secretly peeping at the expressions of the others, especially Mo Huaifengs, saying, Let me buy you guys lunch. Other than Xiao and Xiaofei whose eyes lit up, the others still looked very low-spirited. Heng said gloomily, Im utterly disgusted right now, dont talk about eating, I have no appetite at all. Ji Zhiyao hesitated. Then... Ill help you guys vent off? Everyone in the room instantly had their gaze fixed on him. Chapter 149

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao looked around. Dont look at me like that, I will feel embarrassed. The rest kept silent. Ji Zhiyao continued. Thats set,eee, get moving! ... Everyone in Mix had thought that, Ji Zhiyao was referring to a certain setting that did not adhere to more than half of the national core values. Ultimately, they did not expect that... They had really overestimated him. Ji Zhiyao dragged them along to buy a heap of food, then they went on a bumpy bus ride for more than two hours and arrived at S City Waterfront. He carried two packs of beer, walked over and dropped onto the ground, saying excitedly, Come on, were here for a pic. Whatever unhappiness you have, shout it out loud while eating, shout it all out and youll feel better! K covered his face in despair. ... Damn it, how did we recruit this idiot into the team? Mo Huaifeng looked mutely towards him. K recalled that Ji Zhiyao was brought in by Mo Huaifeng and cowered instantly. Captain I was wrong. Mo Huaifeng looked as if he was deep in thought. I think I am slightly regretful too. Nevertheless, they were already here and the scenery by the waterfront was not bad. There was a drizzle in the morning, the temperature around wasnt high as well. Hence all of them sat down, gazing at the edge of the gray skies that matched the hue of the river and ate while drinking, gradually finding more enjoyment. They were chatting when Mo Huaifengs phone suddenly rang. He took a clear look at the number on the screen, then said, Ill go take a call. Without hearing the reaction of the others, Mo Huaifeng took several steps away and picked up the call. There was a smile in the voice on the other end. Captain, I never thought that after so many years, your phone number would still be the same. Dong Ning. Mo Huaifeng peacefully called out Cabbages actual name. Its me. Cabbage said, Those issues on Tieba and Weibo, have nothing to do with me. I know all of you are in a bad mood, but you should find the correct person to lose your temper at. Mo Huaifeng squinted and looked into the distance. He recalled the materials that he had gone through briefly in the morning and asked again, Is that so? Cabbage replied without the slightest hesitation, Yes. His eyes staring at the river, Mo Huaifeng held an indifferent expression. Since it has nothing to do with you, why are you suddenly contacting me? Cabbage paused for a moment before saying, I just felt that in the livestream yesterday, I did not speak a single bad word against Mix from the start till the end; and I warned my teammates too. But this morning my manager told me that the club had received a demand for the battleteam to apologize. I dont understand where Ive done wrong, so I gave you a call to ask. Getting Miao Pai to apologize is a decision made by the teams club. You dont need to contact me, I cant change anything. Cabbage was stunned andughed. Captain, am I still oblivious about your status? As long as you make one call, saying that we dont have to apologize, then we wont have to. You are aware as well, Miao Pai battleteam is just preparing to debut this year, carrying such a reputation right at the start, wont look too good. Mo Huaifengs face became a cold scorn. You only know that Miao Pai would have a bad reputation, then what about us? Cabbage kept silent. Mo Huaifeng frowned in frustration and did not speak as well. After some time, Cabbage said, Captain, let this matter end here, its merely a rumor, theres no loss for Mix battleteam at all. For sake of past affections, could you end it here? If it wasnt for the past affection that they used to fight alongside each other, just with those evidence in Nuos hands, with Cabbages intention of wanting to use them to create a hype, would be enough for Miao Pai battleteam to be directly banned frompeting, how could it be that he was only demanding an apology? But Mo Huaifeng did not intend on vocalizing these thoughts, only saying, If theres nothing else, Im hanging up. He did not give Cabbage a chance to continue going on and hung up on him directly. After staying in silence by himself for a moment, he texted Yuan Wei. [DB.MHF: Did you not hand the evidence directly to Le Tian Club?] [ManagerYuanWei: No, I listened to you, just an apology and this matter would be considered over. Dont I know you well enough? If I gave it directly, you definitely wouldnt feel good at heart.] [DB.MHF: Do it. Let the club take it up with them, you dont need to interfere anymore.] [ManagerYuanWei: Thats the way!] [ManagerYuanWei: I dont care whats the reason for youing through, Im going to contact the club first.] Mo Huaifeng looked at his phones screen, and smiled. ... Ji Zhiyao took a mouthful of beer as he heard K wonder animatedly, Tell me about it, why is Captain making a call behind our backs? He has never been like this in the past, look at how nervous he is now, could it be that he has found a girlfriend? Ji Zhiyao choked. Oof. Heng who was almost spat on dodged to the side, still in shock as he cried out, F*ck, NoHomo, did you think you were watering nts! Ji Zhiyao picked up a tissue and wiped his mouth. My bad, my bad. Nuo said, He was probably shocked by K. Our Captain, out of 24 hours in a day, he stays at the base for 23 and a half. With the exception of team dinner parties or activities,petitions, the amount of time he spends out absolutely does not exceed one hour. Such a person, how could you readily specte that he has broken away from the ranks of the organization? However, he had really broken away. It was even with another that was self-produced and marketed by the team... Ji Zhiyao calmly took a bite of chicken while observing his other heartless teammates around him and decided that for the sake of their physical and mental health, in the time toe, it was best not to let them know. His gaze shifted as he looked towards his Captain. His phone call had probably ended, at present, his arm was ced on the railing by the river, seeming like he was looking at the scenery. Because the distance was slightly far, Ji Zhiyao could not see his side profile clearly and at the same time, could not get a clear look of his expression. His gaze was fixed closely on Mo Huaifeng, while he quickly finished his chicken at the same time, then stood up while patting his butt. You guys eat up, Ill go check on Captain. The rest were unsuspecting that the truth was another, Xiao said, Son, quickly bring Captain back here, well force him to drink together. Okay. Ji Zhiyao walked to Mo Huaifengs side, Mo Huaifeng heard the sound of footsteps and turned his head. Seeing that it was him, his lips curved into a smile. Suddenly, Mo Huaifeng smelled something and couldnt help but ask with a frown, How much did you drink? Ji Zhiyao lifted his sleeve upon hearing that and sniffed carefully while replying, Not much, less than two bottles. Know where to draw the line. I dont want to have to carry you back to the base again. He could not stop himself from rolling his eyes exaggeratedly. And opposite him, the smile in Mo Huaifengs eyes because even more obvious. Ji Zhiyao paused for a while before asking, The person who called you just now, was it Cabbage? Mo Huaifeng smile vanished. Mm. Seeing how you are, he probably had very excessive demands? ... Not agreeing to settle the matter with an apology? Mo Huaifengs expression was a little mocking as he nodded once. Ji Zhiyao was tongue-tied. As a man, though he wanted to console him, he did not know what to say. After a few minutes, he lightly punched Mo Huaifengs shoulder with a fist, saying, Dont continue to stand here, go over and eat something, theyre still waiting for you. We still have to continue to train after eating, theres a training tournament next week, have you forgotten? Mo Huaifengs lips gradually curved upwards. He said, Okay. ... With Mix Club going into action, Le Tian responded very quickly. As they were worried about being sued, the measures that Le Tian Club adopted were very strong. They posted directly on their official Weibo ount, admitting that the untrue information posted previously on Tieba was all the work of Cabbage and apologized to Mix battleteam. At the same time, they have taken over the Weibo ounts of all the members of Miao Pai, and nned to put them out of action for three months. To Le Tian Club, this was the best way of handling it. Miao Pai wasnt the only eSports battleteam under them, if the reputation of the other battleteams are affected because of Cabbage, this almost has-been professional yer, it would be extremely unfavorable to them. Ji Zhiyao did not continue paying attention to the oue of this matter, because in less than two weeks, he would be taking his end-of-term examinations. Ji Zhiyao who had been ying training tournaments and dating, and did not focus on studying this term, was in extreme agony. In addition to that, after another summer vacation and one month of life as a Year 2 student, he would be participating in the national qualifiers as a professional yer. This was what he was most eager and also most anxious about. Xiaos wrist was gradually recovering, right now he could already bring into y the standards of an average professional yer. ording to the physiotherapist at the base, around the period of the national qualifiers, Xiao would be okay to recoverpletely. This helped to slightly relieve Ji Zhiyaos nervousness. If Xiao recovers, battleteams would usually adopt the method of having the starter and reserve take turns to go on, by then, his stress would be much less. Ji Zhiyao sat in the dorm, hugging his linear algebra textbook while scratching his head. He could never figure out why aw student had to learn such an obscure and difficult toprehend subject as Advanced Mathematics. It was killing him. After Ji Zhiyao watched the videos for two chapters andpleted the practice questions, he stood up for a stretch. He then found that his other three roommates were all hugging their judicial textbook,each reading out loud before their own desks. There were a lot of judicial content that they needed to memorize this term, he had a better memory, so he was not worried. However, Yang Bing and the other two simply hated such things that needed memorizing and had began to revise the tested content way in advance, yet even till now, they had not managed to memorize everything. Yang Bing was memorizing and suddenly acted like a drama queen possessed him as he let out a sorrowful wail while lying on the table, pinching his own philtrum with one hand. Quickly dial for the ambnce, Im dying, quickly save my life! The sound of Wen Heng and Ning Lichao memorizing both stopped. Wen Heng said, Dont worry, a pest lives on for a thousand years. With a nip of my fingers, Ive predicted that you wont die for now. Ji Zhiyao cracked his knuckles loudly, saying darkly, If you have such a need, I guess we could satisfy you. ... Its okay, thank you. Yang Bing got up from the table. Have you guys heard, our Advanced Mathematics lecturer has the highest rate of retaining across the entire department, I was told thatst year more than 10 people retained in each ss. Virtually a human tragedy. Ji Zhiyao instantly felt tired at heart. Then how about those who made franticst-minute efforts like him? Ning Lichao did not know about Ji Zhiyaos thoughts at heart and rubbed salt into the wound as he said, Even if the retaining rate is high it isnt the lecturers fault, this subject is already tough in the first ce. No fear if one consistently puts in effort, but studying right before the examination absolutely wouldnt be enough. Heid on the table feigning death. Before he could do so, his phone suddenly vibrated. Ji Zhiyao got up. [DB.MHF: Coach is asking if you can make time to y rank this weekend?] [MelonRind: _(:_)_ Im afraid not.] [MelonRind: Linear algebra is really too difficult, I am nning for a desperate struggle.] [DB.MHF: Linear algebra?] [MelonRind: !] [MelonRind: Captain. you know how to do it? [In awe.jpg] ] [DB.MHF: No, you sent your image too early.] [MelonRind: ...] [MelonRind: How could you not know how to do such a simple subject? What use do I have for you, lets break up break up!] [DB.MHF: ...] ... He had yet to meet someone who broke up because his other half didnt know how to do linear algebra. [MelonRind: Captain, do the national qualifiers have prerequisites for results? Not allowed to retain? I remember Ive seemed to have read such information somewhere.] [DB.MHF: Thats for youths below 18 years of age, people who have alreadypletedpulsory education are not in that category.] Ji Zhiyao was relieved, [Then forget it, Ill leave things to fate. I pass if I do, if I dont its Heavens will.] [DB.MHF: How promising.] [MelonRind: Then what should I do? You cant watch as I get tortured to death.] [DB.MHF: [image] ] [MelonRind: Captain, why did you send me a picture of a koi?] [DB.MHF: Sent luck to you. If you dont pass, its purely because you didnt work hard enough.] [MelonRind: [goodbye] [goodbye] Im going to revise.] [DB.MHF: Rooting for Yao-god.] Ji Zhiyao looked at thest line of words while curling in his lip. This was so cringy. He stared at the linear algebra textbook before him, not long after, the corner of his lips slowly, gradually lifted up. Tsk. ... Two weekster, it was officially July. Afterpleting his examinations for his final subject, Ji Zhiyao returned to the dorm and did a simple packing of his belongings. In order to prepare for thepetition, he would not be going during this summer vacation, and would be staying at the base the whole time to train. After packing, he bid his three dorm mates farewell. Yang Bing said, Train well during summer vacation. In another few months, Ill be waiting to see you shine at the qualifiers. Ning Lichao added, Rooting for you, Old Ji. And Wen Heng teased, Remember to buy us a meal then. Ji Zhiyao was at a loss of whether tough or cry as he said, Sure, I will train hard, dont worry. After conversing with them for a bit more, Ji Zhiyao left the dorm while dragging his suitcase and went to the bus stop to wait for the school bus. Because he did not know if he would hand in his script early, he simply decided not to get Mo Huaifeng toe fetch him. He did not wait for long, the bus arrived. Ji Zhiyao stood behind the queue and boarded with the crowd while dragging his suitcase and walked to sit down in thest row of the bus. As the neighboring schools were essentially all breaking for vacation today, the roads were slightly jammed. It took an entire 40 minute drive, before the bus arrived at the tech park. Ji Zhiyao alighted and walked towards the base. Outside the base, he greeted the two security guards who were on duty, then walked towards the front door of the vi and opened the door to enter. He ced his suitcase beside the door and walked towards the training room. It happened that everyone in the team, including Yuan Wei, the stats analyzer, coach, all were in the training room, having a discussion while pointing at a white board. Yuan Wei was the first to see him. NoHomo is back. How was your exam? Ji Zhiyao threw his backpack down, and first shared a look with Mo Huaifeng before he replied crankily, Brother Yuan Wei, could you not touch the tender spot? I was just showing concern for you. Youve arrived just in time, were currently arranging the sequence of the training tournaments for theing three months. Youe take a look too. Ji Zhiyao moved a chair and naturally sat behind Mo Huaifeng, looking at the white board at the front. Listed on it, were all the names of the local top battleteams. Chapter 150

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios On the extreme left was Mix battleteam. On the right, Tall Boots, Bug, Stickers, Nx, Skitters and more names of battleteams were listed in order. The stats analyzer said, I rmend, we go from weak to strong. Theter the training tournament, the less the local top battleteams have a grasp of our internal tactics and capabilities. Though we are stronger and have no fear of them, but using such a structure would be advantageous for the national qualifiers. Im afraid we cant. Mo Huaifeng shook his head lightly. Its the same for all of us. If we y the strong teamster, and they catch us by surprise, it would be extremely disadvantageous for us, whether for our mindset towards thepetition or the countering of tactics. The stats analyzer thought for a moment. That makes sense too. How about we do a give and take. Above average, below average, strong, average, going ording to such a sequence, whether is it mindset or tactics, it should be moreprehensive. Mo Huaifeng nodded and said, Skitters, Stickers, Wan Ning, Bug, Tall Boots, Nx, Bao Lu. As he listed, the stats analyzer noted it down on the white board with a marker, adding, Theres still another eSports battleteam under Le Tian Club, W.J, formedst year, we can leave them to the end. Mo Huaifeng had no objections. Only Ji Zhiyao was slightly stunned from hearing that. W.J, this battleteam, the name sounded very familiar. W.J... ! Wasnt that his opponent in the friendly match that he ced at Silver Throne Shopping Center before he became a professional yer? What a small world. Truly fascinating. Ji Zhiyao was a little dazed, Mo Huaifeng caught his dazed look with a dart of his peripherals and asked, What are you daydreaming about? Everyone looked towards Ji Zhiyao. Ji Zhiyao answered honestly, This timest year, before I became a professional yer, I yed a friendly match against W.J. Mo Huaifeng upon hearing the time frame, was reminded that he had asked Ji Zhiyao to y a match for him at the shopping centerst year... What a coincidence. Is that so? The stats analyzer was full of interest. I have only heard of this battleteam but still dont have a concrete understanding of theirpetence. NoHomo, what do you think? Ji Zhiyao spoke frankly, Especially lousy. Back then I yed a round of solo against their jungler, he could not beat me. Mo Huaifeng was quiet for a moment before he said, Couldnt even beat you before you were trained, rather lousy indeed. Catching the contempt in his voice, Ji Zhiyao rolled his eyes and suggested. But using them to boost the teams confidence before the national qualifiers would still be good. Why are the both of you socent? Beware that theyve already taken flight after training for a year. The stats analyzer chuckled. Then lets still add them to the list. Anymore questions? If not, I am going to organize the list and let Yuan Wei go invite the teams. Everyone gestured that they had no objections. Hence the stats analyzer took a photo of the white board and said, Ill organize it back at my officeter, Yuan Wei, Ill send it to you tonight. Got it. Ill start inviting them one by one tonight. The stats analyzer picked up the marker and started to write sequence numbers in front of the battleteams. Ji Zhiyao looked towards the white board and realized that this sequence was the rankings from the previous national qualifiers. Mix Battleteam, first. Tall Boots Battleteam, second. Bug Battleteam, third. Followed by Skitters, Stickers, Nx, W.J had not been formed then, thus they were ced at the end. The stats analyzer exined, At every national qualifiers, locally, there will be 20 battleteams qualified to participate. Thepeting system is rtively simple, first these 20 battleteams will be divided into A and B groups, there will be a scrimmage within the group, the five victorious battleteams from each group qualify to move on. The remaining ten battleteam teams will then draw lots and go through a points segment, after four rounds ofpetition, the top two teams with the highest number of umted points willpete against each other, the winner takes the number one spot and qualifies for the international league. Thepeting system is generally so. As for the points segment, each round between battleteams is made up of a 1v1 match, a 3v3 match and three matches of 5v5. The 1v1 gives two points, 3v3 three points and 5v5, five points. Hence, the respective small points and the overall total are both important, but even more important than that would be teamwork. Anything else you are unclear of? Ji Zhiyaomitted everything to memory and shook his head with the others, Seeing that the stats analyzer had finished speaking, Yuan Wei nagged on as usual like a mother. There are more things to take note of, Captain will advise all of you when the timees. But all of you must take note, be sure not to cause trouble, before the national qualifiers end, you all must be well-behaved, keep your tails between your legs. Just in case any idents happen and you are banned frompeting. Things can still be arranged for the midner and jungler positions, for the rest, the consequences will be unimaginable. Once the participating name list is submitted, it cannot be changed at thest minute. Its not so bad if one person cannotpete, if you implicate because there are not enough numbers and the team cannotpete, just wait for Captain to kick you out. With that, Yuan Wei stared eagerly at Mo Huaifeng. Ji Zhiyao followed suit and found that Mo Huaifeng very kindly made a hmph sound through his nose. This guy better f*cking not be a fool. The stats analyzer cleaned off the words on the white board. It will essentially be these teams that we will invite for the training tournaments, there wont be any change. Except for Skitters and W.J, we have yed against the rest previously. All of you think back properly on their distinguishing features. In a while I will go send the organized materials on the battleteam to all of you, study up by yourselves, do watch the videos ofst years national qualifiers too. Everyone nodded without a word. Everything that was to be instructed was finally done so, the stats analyzer moved the white board to a side, Yuan Wei also walked out of the training and sat on the sofa outside. Mo Huaifeng shifted his chair, Lets start training. Everyone shifted their chairs back to their seats in session. Ji Zhiyao had just settled in when Mo Huaifeng knocked lightly on the surface of the desk with his knuckles. NoHomo,e out for a while. Ji Zhiyao looked confusedly towards Mo Huaifeng and realized that he had already stood up, all he could catch was a back view. Hence he then looked confusedly at the rest, the others all had an expression of not knowing what was going on. He sucked in the corner of his lips and willingly followed outside. Mo Huaifeng was standing under a tree in the yard, upon seeing him, some hints of a smile could not help but appeared on his face. Ji Zhiyao smiled too. Captain, why did you call me out here? The trace of a smile in Mo Huaifengs eyes became deeper. Heart to heart talk. Ji Zhiyao dropped onto the long bench at the side, askingzily, Because we are starting to y training tournaments, you wanted to remind me to properly adjust my frame of mind? Dont worry, my mentality is great. No. Ji Zhiyao looked questioningly at him. Then why? He thought for a moment and came up with the most possible answer. Could it be about who will go on between me and Brother Xiao? Mm. Ji Zhiyao surveyed the surroundings, after finding that there was no one, he patted the empty spot beside him and indicated for Mo Huaifeng to sit with him. Mo Huaifeng sat down and freely leaned his shoulders against Ji Zhiyaos, saying, Xiao went to the hospital for a checkup, his wrist haspletely recovered. The stats analyzer has also done aprehensive analysis for him, currently he cannot match up to his peak period, but there also isnt much of a difference. If nothing goes wrong, for the national qualifiers, Xiao as the starter, will be the main yer. But there are also chances for both of you to take turns going on, you must adjust your mindset ordingly. Each starting yer has always been the battleteams first choice, because they are better in terms of chemistry with their teammates and also their ability. Take Xiaofei as an example, though he was Mixs midner reserve, he rarely had any chance to go on officially, during usual trainings, he also rarely worked with starting members. Since Ji Zhiyao came to Mix battleteam, he essentially trained as the sixth starting member. Battleteam activities, training tournaments, practice with ranked matches, there would always be a fixed ce for him. All of a sudden, Ji Zhiyao was expected to return to being a reserve. Mo Huaifeng was worried that he wouldnt be able to turn his frame of mind around well. Ji Zhiyao went speechless in a second, when he looked up again, his eyes were bright as he said, I am indeed a little sad. Mo Huaifeng pursed his lips. Ji Zhiyao continued, But Brother Xiaos hand injury recovering, is a rather happy thing. I finally dont have to worry about being med when we losepetitions in the future. Mo Huaifeng froze and his lips promptly curved up. He had forgotten, Ji Zhiyao might be mischievous, but he had never been disappointing. Dont worry. Im still young, there are still many years toe. Mm. Ji Zhiyao turned his body and looked at him. What about the training tournaments? Am I to take turns with Brother Xiao? Mo Huaifeng nodded. Yes. Heng, Xiaofei, Xiao and you are to practice rotating your turns. Because we dont know if Xiaos hand injury will rpse, your training mission wont be easy. Ji Zhiyao exhaled deeply, seeming like he waspletely relieved. Thats great, I thought that I was going to be idle this summer vacation. No chance. He reached out his hand and grabbed Ji Zhiyaos one. Ji Zhiyao held his hand too and let go after a while, his tone rxed as he said, Lets go Captain, back to training! ... Training in preparation for the national qualifiers was much tougher than before. The most obvious change was, to ensure there was time to train, the dinner parties for everyone in Mix had gone from three to four times a week to once every two weeks. That afternoon, Mix battleteam weed their very first training tournament, against Skitters. Skitters Battleteam had already existed since the Chinese eSports scene just started, it was considered one of the earliest battleteams in the scene. Their former batch of members retired after participating in the national qualifiers three years ago, the current batch of members was a new generation of yers selected by the club, all were very young. These three years, they took part in various big and smallpetitions and also left behind some video materials. After the stats analyzer observed and analyzed their gamey, he came up with a distinguishing feature of Skitters. Stable. Way too stable. They werepletely unlike eSports newbies who were filled with eagerness, instead they were more like wily old foxes that had been around for several years. No matter what battleteam they were up against, they would always adopt the practice of making progress through ensuring stability, attacking with the way of defense and rarely initiating an attack. After a discussion, it would be Xiaofei and Xiao going on for this tournament. Ji Zhiyao moved a little stool and sat behind Xiao with his notebook, preparing to take notes while watching the matches. Heng sat behind Xiaofei. After selecting their champions, the match began right away. Xiao could not control his itch once the match began and called Xiaofei along, both of them charging towards the opponents blue daddy. Skitters jungler had probably saw them in the mini map and sent a signal telling his teammates to wait there. The levels and abilities of both teams were very low, after fighting head-on for a while, Xiaofei and Xiao decisively retreated. K: Develop wretchedly, dont wander daddies. Xiao: Chill chill. Its because I havent yed training tournaments in a long time, Im just feeling slightly excited. Xiao returned to their jungle and began farming creeps. Because Skitters was really too boring, only quietly killing waves of minions in their turrets, only their turret defense was top ss. Even Mo Huaifeng who all along not keen of creating trouble was a little annoyed and said, Get some tank equipment, dive the turrets for kills. Xiao take note of the opposite jungler. Xiao grinned. Roger. Telling him to take note of the opposite jungler, wasnt it telling him to get ready to counter jungler anytime? Even if they dont like fighting, they would have to when the opportunity was created! Xiao changed his equipment and stealthily made his way to the opponents jungle. When Skitters jungler moved closer, beingpletely unaware, Xiao who had been hiding for long rushed out and thrashed him. At the same time, Mo Huaifeng who already lost his patience at the bottomne put on his equipment and directly finished off the opponents topner. Two kills broke the 15 minute long deadlock situation with no kills. However this match dragged on until the 50th minute. Both teams were as firm as rock, everyone harmoniously developed and dragged the match to ater stage. Ji Zhiyao watched till even his head hurt. Heng: Goodness gracious, even thest match against Tall Boots at the previous national qualifiers hadnt been this disgusting. Fortunately it was Xiaofei who went on today and not me. Xiao, does your hand hurt? Xiao: Still fine. F*ck, are you sure these are new numbers? Why do they not have any sense of vigor at all! Nothing like my son, full of vigor and energy, rebuts the whole world and the team dictator. Nuo cackled: Amazing huh Xiao. For Chinese New Year next year, NoHomo would have couplets to hang outside his dorms door. Ji Zhiyao had a speechless expression. Mo Huaifeng saw a chance and pushed down the secondst turret in the middlene whilst hiding in the bushes, then said, Xiao take the big dragon, Xiaofei bait. Lure them all to the middle, well push directly from the middlene. K: Tell me Im not the only one who caught the impatience in Captains tone. Mo Huaifeng: I urgently need to pee. Following the mindset of no matter what we cannot dy Captain from going to the toilet, Xiaofei went to the middlene and died gloriously in the face of their enemies, the middlene directly became aplete mess. Xiao took advantage of that to take down the big dragon then obediently hurried to the defense turret to join the rest. A training tournament that dragged on for 50 minutes, finally ended within thest five minutes. In thest moment, Nuo who was used as a human shield and pushed out to block three of the Skitters yers received affectionate gazes from everyone, Mo Huaifengs expression became iparably rxed and made an exception in patting his leg before hastily running towards the bathroom. ording to Nuos own words: Turns out in Captains heart, Im of greater importance than his physiological needs. His eyes were teary, Ji Zhiyao was especially tempted to get him to sober up quickly. He wrote thest word and put his notebook away. Looking up, he saw his Captain, like a son of an aristocratic family, leisurely walk out of the bathroom, swung his hands and said, Break for the afternoon,e back before 9 PM at night to train. Nuo cheered loudly, bouncing around the whole room in a pair of oversized pants. Im dying of hunger, I want to eat at the sauerkraut fish ce at Chang Jing Road, Captains treat please! K asked, Brother, did you not eat lunch? If I had not eaten lunch I would have fainted long before the tournament. This meal can be taken as my afternoon tea, arent you hungry after defeating that bunch of rock men from Skitters? Chapter 151 Chapter 151: Untitled Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios ... A little. Mo Huaifeng indicated that he had no objections, hence everyone was in high spirits, those who needed to change clothes went to change, those who needed to tidy up their hair went to do so too. Ji Zhiyao kept his notebook, picked up his phone from the table and followed behind everyone. He nced inadvertently at the screen and stopped. Brothers, I shall not join you guys for dinner. My sisters vacation begins today, she asked me to go fetch her. K spoke up, Thats easy to handle. NoHomo, bring little Qing toe y with us. Ji Zhiyao red at him, so much so that K felt uneasy all over, before he said loudly, Drop your idea! With me around, I will never let you have the chance! I will never let my sister fall into your evil clutches! Especially when youre shorter than me. Was being short his fault? What had he done wrong, that he had to be subjected to this insult? K rolled his eyes speechless, muttering softly, Its not like youre much taller than me. Mo Huaifeng asked, Ill go with you? Ji Zhiyao began to hesitate, after all Mo Huaifeng was a steady and fast driver, much faster than the public bus... Yet at the thought of the possible wild ideas that Ji Qingge would have in her head when she saw the two of them going to fetch her together, and Mo Huaifeng taking the initiative to take her back. Something ridiculous like her secretly promising herself to him might happen if they meet again, Ji Zhiyao rejected Mo Huaifeng seriously. How could I bring myself to trouble Captain? Its better for Captain to go treat and eat dinner. Mo Huaifeng looked at Ji Zhiyao with an expression like he had a lot to say. Ji Zhiyao grinned with two rows of pearly whites showing, beside them, Xiao expressed his approval after catching what was said. This is my son indeed, you have the same awareness as me. Then Ill go first, I reckon my sister would be leaving school soon. Ji Zhiyao pointed to the door and specially bade Mo Huaifeng farewell. Captain, Im going. I wont dy training tonight. Mo Huaifeng nodded, some hints of indulgence in his eyes. Stay safe. Before Ji Zhiyao left the base, he even heard Nuo pretentiously expressing his heartache. Captain is really pitiful. Receives the sry of a professional yer but worries like a father. Upon hearing that, Ji Zhiyao almost turned back to m a brick onto Nuo. He boarded the public bus and headed to Ji Qingges school. Speaking of that, he was feeling slightly guilty. The previous time in the US, he asked Ji Qingge for some advice regarding his friend. Subsequently Ji Qingge took the initiative to text him, enquiring about how his friend was. Due to the consideration of certain special factors, Ji Zhiyao pretended that he did not see anything and ignored her up till earlier in the afternoon today, when Ji Qingge called for him to go help her with her luggage. He could not stay firm anymore and even felt slightly flustered. What would he do if his little ancestor starts to question him, was he to expose the bud of his revolution? Actually, it wasnt that he couldnt. But with Ji Qingges personality, she would definitely dig into three generations above, including his gay partner, running a household check type of understanding. Just thinking about it made him feel like he was going bald. With a face full of mncholy, Ji Zhiyao arrived outside Ji Qingges school. He happened to see students walking out while dragging suitcases, Ji Zhiyao texted Ji Qingge and then was informed that their form teacher was still in the midst of speaking to them and they would be released slightlyter. Thus Ji Zhiyao found a shady spot to y with his phone. He hadnt yed for long, Ji Zhiyao lifted his head and realized that a person with a head of green hair was standing before him. Hmm, looks familiar. Yet he could not remember who he was. Ji Zhiyao did not take it to heart. He also did not know what this green haired person was trying to do standing in front of him and even thought that he was blocking his way, hence he shifted slightly to the side, smiled politely and bowed his head to use his phone again. A short whileter, he looked up instinctively and found that Green Haired was still around, his pair of eyes staring fiercely at him. Ji Zhiyao put his phone away and asked courteously, Hello, may I help you? He did not wear a mask today; he had only brought a cap with him. He did not rule out that this green haired person was from the eSports scene and might know him. You dont remember me? Green Haireds expression became even darker. I shouldnt have recognized wrongly, during this timest, we met at Silver Throne Shopping Center. Silver Throne Shopping Center? His memories rushed back and Ji Zhiyao was clear at once. Youre W.Js jungler? Seeing that he had remembered, W.Js jungler sneered, appearing extremely satisfied. Mix and W.J already had a training tournament set. From the looks of it, W.Js jungler did not seem to know about him. Ji Zhiyao thought with a collected look on his face. Green Haired said, Last year you beat me during a solo, and embarrassed me, I remember it. If it isnt because the ce isnt suitable today, I must let you have a good look at what is a true professional yer. Ji Zhiyao was speechless. This dude, was really incredible. He had won one solo in total over Green Haired, they did not even y thest 5v5 of the friendly match, and Green Haired held a grudge all the way till now, a weirdo too. Ji Zhiyao tugged the corner of his lips and looked towards therge sign at the gates of the high school, intentionally pissing off Green Haired. Why, is brother here to fetch your child? Bullsh*t! Green Haired lifted his fist in mid-air, Ji Zhiyao leisurely reminded, Dont get angry, too much anger harms the body. The national qualifiers are about to begin, do beware of being banned frompeting. Brother, what are you doing? The moment Ji Qingge stepped out of the school gate, she saw a brightly colored man with his fist raised against her brother. She quickly stepped forward and walked over, moving to stand beside Ji Zhiyao and red furiously at Green Haired. Ji Zhiyao saw her and said grinningly, Nothing, saw an old friend, catching up. This was certainly her biological brother, really generous and forgiving. With another pretty little girl opposite, Green Haired was too embarrassed to raise his fist again, coupled with Ji Zhiyaos warning, Green Haired warned indignantly, Just you wait, I will definitely deal with you next time. Ji Zhiyao lifted his brow. Dont worry. We will definitely meet again, lets solo again next time. As long as W.J does not do themselves in like Miao Pai did, Le Tian Club will surely send W.J to participate in the national qualifiers, they would definitely have a chance to meet. Green Haired sneered derisively and waddled away arrogantly. Ji Qingge made a face at Green Haired, Ji Zhiyao reached over and took over her suitcase. Both of them walked forward, Ji Zhiyao linked her arm with Ji Zhiyao. Brother, who exactly was that person? Ji Zhiyao reached out and hailed a taxi. Professional yer, met him oncest year. Oh. Ji Qingge stopped questioning and got into the taxi behind him. Closing the door of the taxi, Ji Zhiyao asked, I remember I asked previously if you needed me toe fetch you when your vacation starts, you rejected back then. Why did you suddenly text me this afternoon? Before was before, now is now. Ji Qingge was suddenly slightly resentful. I had thought vacation starts tomorrow, I dont know why it became a day earlier. Ji Zhiyao smiled. Arent you happy that you get an extra day of vacation? How could that be the same? Ji Qingge crossed her arms, fuming as she said, Its your birthday tomorrow. I was thinking you guys have been training all the time without a break, if I got you toe fetch me, you would be able to take a rest at home too. But look at you, you dont even appreciate my thoughtfulness at all. Ji Zhiyao was evidently stunned, He never celebrated his birthday, neither could he remember the date. Each year, he only remembered with his parents and Ji Qingges reminder. Turns out it was approaching. Ji Zhiyao rubbed Ji Qingges hair. I have to rely on you to remember the date for me each year. But our training is still alright, not especially tiring, Ive gained a few kg during this period. Ji Qingge was not truly angry in the first ce, so she put down her arms very quickly and said, I dont think youll be able toe back tomorrow, lets celebrate a day earlier. Well buy a caketer, a bigger one, we have to leave a few slices for mum and dad. Ji Zhiyao nodded like a chicken pecking at rice. Ji Qingge thought for a moment and asked, Brother, youre almost 20. Are you still not going to find a girlfriend? Ji Zhiyao suddenly felt a wave of guiltiness. Why do you ask this every time you see me? Because there is nothing else to ask. I can only find some gossip to spice up my boring life. So there really isnt one? No! Dont worry for nothing, the onlooker being more anxious than the yer! Bah, youre the eunuch. Never mind if you dont have a girlfriend, do you not even have a boyfriend? He looked expressionlessly at Ji Qingge and suddenly reached out and pushed her face backwards. Just shut up! ... Both of them bought an eight inch size boba butter cake. then headed home. Both of their parents were at work, the house was empty. Ji Zhiyao helped to carry Ji Qingges suitcase upstairs then came down and found her seated at the dining table, smiling foolishly at the cake box. Seeing hime down, she beckoned forcefully. Brother,e quickly! Lets cut the cake together. Ji Zhiyao smiled. You couldve just opened it if you wanted to eat, why hold back? I was waiting for you. Ji Qingge opened the packaging box of the cake, a heap of brown pearls were ced on the cakeyered with snowy white cream, looking especially pretty. She brought our a transparent bag and handed it to Ji Zhiyao. Brother, you do the cutting. Ji Zhiyao was unable to turn her away and took the small bag, drew a stic knife out of it and very quickly cut a slice of cake. He dished out this slice for Ji Qingge. You eat first, Ill cut another slice. Ji Qingge dug a mouthful using the spoon, her eyes curving with happiness. The boba cake from this ce is really too delicious, I want to buy this for my birthday too. Ji Zhiyao cut a slice for himself and took a bite, finding it too sweet. He then said, Just buy it if you like to eat it. But dont have it too often, its too sweet, not good for the body. Ji Qingge nodded and continued to bow her head and dig in. Ji Zhiyao finished a slice and did not touch another, only watched Ji Qingge eat, doting indulgence in his eyes. After a while, Ji Qingge was filled and sat on the chair, burping. Ji Zhiyao looked at the cake that already had half missing, with a tug at the corner of his lips, he asked, Are you still having dinner tonight? Ill see about it. Ji Qingge held her stomach and saidzily, Are you hungry? There are still dumplings that mum made a few days ago in the refrigerator, you can eat some as dinner? Ji Zhiyao looked towards the wall clock, it was only 4 PM, he would still be in time if he ate dinner before returning to the base. Hence he stood up and entered the kitchen, preparing to cook some dumplings for himself. Ji Qingge turned her head secretly, after ensuring that Ji Zhiyao wasnt looking at her, she then picked up her phone and sent a text: [End of test. Facts have proven, my brother really doesnt like to eat cake, he was unmoved by the boba cake. Youd better change your ns.] [DB.MHF: Okay.] Ji Zhiyao ate dinner at home, then instructed Ji Qingge to focus on studying before he left, taking the public bus back to the base. The others at the base had yet to start training, everyone was sprawled on the sofa ying with their phones. Heng had taken the initiative to turn on his livestream, smiling widely while raising his phone. Seeing Ji Zhiyao return, Mo Huaifeng nced neutrally at him and said, There is food that we brought back in the dining room, you can eat if youre hungry. Thanks Captain, I had some dumplings at home, not hungry yet. Only the sofa that Mo Huaifeng was seated on had an empty space, Ji Zhiyao walked over, sat down and leaned back. I stood for half an hour on the public bus, Im dead tired. Still got to get you to drive me next time. Mo Huaifeng twitched the corner of his lips. How promising. You were the one to refuse too. Only after I experienced the harsh weather out there, did I understand your love for me. The two gay ones, could you guys check yourselves. My fans are all protesting, do show some respect for this celebrity eSports yer with a fan club will you? Heng could not stand it anymore and interrupted. With that, he turned back to his phone. Mm, yes, thats right. This is how harmonious our battleteam is, Captains fatherly love shines brightly onto the earth. Mo Huaifeng looked at him. Watching Mo Huaifeng sweep his surroundings with his gaze, as if finding if there was anything handy that he could use to hit Heng who was babbling nonsense, Ji Zhiyao virtually snorted out loud. Then he naturally wanted to be mischievous for a bit and pulled out his phone, updating a Weibo post. [IndefiniteFutureV: Heng said, Captains fatherly love shines brightly onto the earth. Makes so much sense, I actually am unable to rebut it. [dog] [dog] ] He had just posted it, when he heard a ding dong from not too far away, with a turn of his gaze, he found Mo Huaifeng calmly pulling out his phone from his pocket and starting to scroll on it. Damn it, when did Captain turn on post notifications for him! It was definitely toote to delete his post, he was a goner. Ji Zhiyao involuntarily shifted to the side, afraid that he would be grabbed over by his Captain to perform shredding a living person with his bare hands. He stared fixedly on the screen of his phone, his eyes unblinking, pretending that he did not know what had happened, when in actuality his ears were perked up. He heard Mo Huaifeng tsk-ed, and immediately, there was a gaze staring over at him. Ji Zhiyao only felt himself instantly going weak in the legs, extremely frightened. Very quickly, that gaze turned back. Ji Zhiyao secretly peeked at his side, Mo Huaifeng was typing with his head bowed. He had a sudden thought and reopened Weibo, then refreshed. After refreshing two to three times, a new post appeared as expected. [Mix.FiV: Greet daddy. @//IndefiniteFutureV: Heng said, Captains fatherly love shines brightly onto the earth. Makes so much sense, I actually am unable to rebut it. [dog] [dog] ] Ji Zhiyao instantly didnt want to live on. This was him virtually doing himself in mutely. He tapped into thements with a very prickly conscience and found that in a sea of [Id even prepared my expression and you showed me this], [A fathers love is as great as a mountain], [My hubby posted on Weibo but it was for another person], there was one that stood out especially [Fi-god did you turn on post notifications for Yao, why did you repost it the moment he posted? ? ?] Chapter 152

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyaos jaw dropped and he instantly forgot that he was still avoiding Mo Huaifeng as he reached out to grab his arm. Captain, look, someone here asked if you turned on post notifications for me! Mo Huaifeng leaned in for a closer look and said nonchntly, Pretty clever. With that, he pulled out his phone, preparing to give thisment a like. Ji Zhiyao held him down, saying solemnly, Captain, if you admit it, I feel that I will be skinned alive by your fans the moment I step outside. Mo Huaifeng hummed, putting down his restless finger. Heng from not far out reminded. ... Um, brothers, Im livestreaming, did you guys forget. Damn it, who could save him. Only Mo Huaifeng shrugged with an innocent expression, using his expression to make known that this has nothing to do with me, its all your fault for speaking too loudly, angering Ji Zhiyao so much so that he suddenly felt utterly unfamiliar with his surroundings. Heng continued to rub it in. It seems that Captain did not set us as his close friends. I once believed for a long time that he did not have the Weibo app on his phone. Mo Huaifeng did not speak, smile lines appearing by the corner of his eyes. All of you are from one battleteam, why are you guys being treated differently LOL, Heng read out loud and exined in all seriousness, Because NoHomo is Captains only biological son, we are all adopted. His face was almost as ck as the bottom of the pot, emitting an air of I cant live any longer all over. Noticing that, Mo Huaifeng interrupted, Heng, turn it off when its about time, prepare for training. Heng obeyed, smoothly and quickly turning off his livestream. Before he left he did not forget to answer the questions in thements. Its definitely not because our Captain feels guilty! Mo Huaifeng looked at him. K held onto Heng who could not control himself. Heng, I strongly advise you lock your doors and windows properly when you sleep tonight, otherwise youll easily be killed by Captain and NoHomo. I feel very aggrieved. Will they really? Ji Zhiyaoughed coldly. Whether you will be killed or not, do you really have no idea deep down? Heng did not dare to say another word. Mo Huaifeng walked right at the end, with a hint of a smile in his eyes, he reached out and pinched Ji Zhiyaos arm. Ji Zhiyao met his eyes and his anger instantly dissipated. Everyone returned to the training room and continued training with ranked matches. Xiao and Mo Huaifeng partnered up, in the course of consciously practicing the jungler ADC team up. Ji Zhiyao yed several ranked matches alone, then entered their match to spectate. Xiao and Mo Huaifengs awareness to cooperate were very strong. At the 26th minute, Xiao was jungling. Mo Huaifeng signaled and Xiao immediately jumped out, dodging the ability attacks from their opponent hidden in the bush and worked with Mo Huaifeng to take a kill from under the opponents defense turret. At the 34th minute, seeing that Xiaos abilities have leveled to a level high enough, Mo Huaifeng directly ambushed near the dragons cave, helping Xiao who was rushing over to take the big dragon to finish off the hidden opponents beforehand. Inparison, his teamwork with Mo Huaifeng was slightly poorer and needed to be worked on more. After watching a match yed by Xiao and Mo Huaifeng, Ji Zhiyao noted down some things as if deep in thought, then with his ownputer, continued to y ranked matches. Training went on from 8PM to past 11PM, the youths that ate very little for lunch were already starving. The food that was packed for Ji Zhiyao, he did not even manage to have a bowl for himself, everything was divided up cleanly. Mo Huaifeng then ordered five pizzas, when they were delivered, they were all simrly cleaned out. Watching videos till past 1AM, Ji Zhiyao was extremely sleepy, yawning as he headed upstairs, preparing to go to bed. Upon seeing that Mo Huaifeng switched off hisputer, Nuo who was beside him asked, Captain, not pulling an all nighter today? Mm. Cant hang on. Nuo nodded. Alright, sleep earlier then. Ill probably be heading upter, I hope I dont wake you. Its fine. With that, Mo Huaifeng went up the staircase. He stood before the railing and looked downstairs, the remaining three people in the training room all werent paying attention to this direction. Hence he took several steps forward and knocked lightly on Ji Zhiyaos door. A momentter, the door opened. Ji Zhiyao stood before him with tworge dark circles, so sleepy that his eyes were straight lines. Seeing that it was Mo Huaifeng, his eyes widened right away, asking, Captain? Let me in. Okay okay. Ji Zhiyao made space to allow Mo Huaifeng to enter the room. Then he asked, Why did youe over suddenly? Mo Huaifeng leanedzily by the desk, squinting at him, a small trace of a smile in his eyes. Lets go catch a movie tomorrow? Theres a newly released film, Ive been wanting to watch it for a long time. No objections, but dont we have training tomorrow? We cant sneak out secretly, Ji Zhiyao questioned. As the Captain, Mo Huaifeng had always lead by example, never going against the training rules, why would he suddenlye up with such an idea. Its not considered training time in the morning. Theres a showing at 9AM plus tomorrow, we can go earlier ande back after watching, the time would be just right. Ji Zhiyao nodded, so sleepy that he couldnt help but started yawning again. Sure, just book the tickets first for whatever you want to watch. Ill be sure to set an rm and wake up early tomorrow. Mo Huaifeng seeing Ji Zhiyao like this, could not hold back and reached, rubbing his utterly messy short hair into an even messier pile, then left. Ji Zhiyao set his rm, with no energy to consider what day tomorrow was and not deliberating about what Mo Huaifeng meant by suddenly asking him out to watch a movie, directly sprawled widely on the bed and fell into a deep sleep. ... 8:30 AM the next morning, Ji Zhiyao was woken up by the rm clock and almost couldnt get out of bed. Remembering his date with Mo Huaifeng, he barely managed to crawl out of bed, change into a fresh set of clothes and finish washing up before he waspletely awake. Ji Zhiyao went downstairs. Because it was early, it waspletely silent at the base. Mo Huaifeng sat on the sofa in the living room, two portions of breakfast were ced on the table. Hearing the sounds of someoneing down, he turned back and said, I was about to go up to wake you. Ji Zhiyao yawned, walked to the sofa, sat down, picked up a steamed bun and took a few bites, then said inartictely, Dont worry, we have a date, I didnt forget. Traces of a smile swelled up in Mo Huaifengs eyes as he followed in eating his breakfast too. After breakfast, Mo Huaifeng drove and both of them headed to a shopping center nearby. The cinema was on the fourth level, they took the lift up. The time that they arrived was very coincidental, theyd just collected their tickets and the movie that they had booked tickets for happened to just begin checking tickets. Two of them entered the theater one after the other, Ji Zhiyao found his seat ording to the seat number on the movie ticket, then sat down. Mo Huaifeng sat down beside him. Several segments of advertisements went past and the movie officially began. Ji Zhiyao originally simply intended on apanying Mo Huaifeng, which was his sole reason for being seated there. He did not expect that after watching for ten over minutes, he waspletely engaged by the movie plot, not even in the mood to quietly whisper with Mo Huaifeng, both eyes fixed on the screen. Nearing the end of the movie, Mo Huaifeng leaned close and said in a low voice, Im going out for a while. Ji Zhiyao thought that he wanted to go to the washroom and made a sign with his hand, indicating that he got it. More ten over minutes past, Ji Zhiyao became restless. Just going to the washroom, why was he taking so long? He pulled out his phone, preparing to send a text to ask. However the light from his phones screen was a little bright, he heard a ming ah from the stranger beside him, hence he apologized softly and groped his way in the dark out of the cinema. Once he stepped out of the doors of the theater, Ji Zhiyao walked past the corner and found Mo Huaifeng seated on a two seater at the rest lounge not far out with his head bowed, looking at his phone. Ji Zhiyao instinctively brought out his phone that was on silent mode and saw a text. [DB.MHF: Come out for a moment.] Ji Zhiyao walked towards Mo Huaifeng and sat opposite him. Mo Huaifeng saw him upon lifting in head and handed a box over, saying rather unnaturally, Happy birthday. Ji Zhiyao waspletely dumbfounded. What was this that his Captain was doing? Mo Huaifeng coughed, a speck of resignation shing across his eyes. I originally intended to give it to you during the movie, as a surprise. You were too engrossed in the movie, you ignored me throughout the several times I called you. Seems like there was such a thing. Ji Zhiyao looked up, because of his smile, the eye bags beneath his eyes curved slightly. Thanks Captain. But how did you know that its my birthday today? I saw your identity card. Oh. He was in the midst of recalling when exactly his identity card had been seen by Captain when Mo Huaifeng pushed the little box before him again, interrupting his train of thoughts. I prepared a gift for you, see if you like it or not. Okay. Ji Zhiyao opened the box. Inside the box was a ck wristband, made of soft PU material. On it was the first edition anniversary symbol of Heroes, shaped like a cloud, very exquisite but not girly at all. He had never seen this model before, it was most probably custom made. Ji Zhiyao was rather fond of it and took the bracelet out, looking at it all around as he could barely tear himself away from it. Turning it around several times, he realized that on the inner surface closer to the wrist, a line of alphabets were carved, Fi.Yao. Ji Zhiyao was instantly shocked and looked with an inconceivable look at Mo Huaifeng. Mo Huaifengs expression was peaceful. Yes, its a pair. Out of consideration of your request, I wont wear mine yet. When the international league ends, Ill then let it see the light of day once again. Ji Zhiyao also coughed once, concealing his ears that were slightly red. He put the wristband onto his left arm as if nothing had happened. Very nice. Thanks Captain. It was also Mo Huaifengs first time giving someone a gift. But by the looks of it Ji Zhiyao was very satisfied, his restless heart was finally at ease, he secretly gloated for a while and decided that he must give Ji Qingge a gift the next time he saw her. After all he had asked for her opinion beforehand and thus did not adopt those outdated tricks of hiding a ring in a cake, 999 rose to capture your lovers heart on Tieba, but openly gifted a wristband. Only he could not wear it temporarily, it was slightly regretful. The movie ended, the gift had been presented too. Close to noon, both of them left the shopping center and prepared to return to the base for lunch. Entering the vi, Ji Zhiyao turned into the training room and found that K, Xiao and Heng were already up. Seeing him walk in and Mo Huaifeng behind him, the three of them almost dropped their jaws from shock. Xiao asked, Son, what did you do with Captain after waking up so early? Ji Zhiyao pretentious waved his left hand, K did not understand him. What? Your hand hurt and Captain brought you to the hospital? ... You ass. Then why did you swing your arm? Cramping? Heng chimed in. Stop swinging stop swinging, I saw it. When both of you woke up early in the morning with your brains muddled, you found each other especially pleasing to the eyes so both of you privately pledge to marry each other then Captain went out and bought you a dog cor? Xiao said, Biological son bing a child bride, this isparable to the horror story of the year. He was bugged, even feeling tempted to hit someone. Mo Huaifeng came to his rescue. Its NoHomos birthday today. K wished, Hey, happy birthday. Heng followed, Congrattions to NoHomo on walking further on the road of growth. Xiao was thest. Son, daddy is very gratified. Dont just give your blessings verbally, where are your gifts? Heughed coldly, reaching his hand out before their eyes and shook it in a circle. The three of them were also incredible, all of them pretended to be selectively blind, pretending that they hadnt seen anything at all. Ji Zhiyao then pulled back his arm, sitting in his chair andunching the Heroes client, preparing to y a ranked match before having lunch. Mo Huaifeng saw and called him. Invite me for a match together. Well practice the jungler ADC team up. Okay. Both of them used their main ounts, because their ranks were higher, they waited quite a while before they were matched up. There was a familiar username opposite, not a jungler, Tall Boots Captain, and also the teams midner, Xiaoye, Ye-god. Ji Zhiyao rubbed his palms. Captain, I dont want to do the jungler ADC team up with you, I want to go to the middlene to y with Ye-god. Mo Huaifeng tugged at the corner of his lips, Try. He looked towards the screen and instantly had a not-so pleasant feeling. [ [ALL] Gtx.Ye: Fi-god, I managed to catch you. Dont tell me youve forgotten what youve told me during Mixs performance tournament tour. There is no time like the present, lets do it today.] Xiaoye sent this message three whole times, Mo Huaifeng felt that the vein at the corner of his forehead hurt. [ [ALL] Gtx.Ye: Oh wow, is it Mixs jungler reserve opposite? Quicklye take a look at your Captain! Not admitting everything that he has promised, theres simply now anymore.] Ji Zhiyao was so shocked that his double chin appeared as he looked towards Mo Huaifeng with aplicated gaze. Captain, what did you promise him? Mo Huaifeng gritted his teeth. Did they want him to reveal that, the previous time, because he saw Ji Zhiyaos naked butt at the hotel, he made a dumb mistake in his game and ended up promising to carry Xiaoye up the ranks in order to conceal this incident? Did he not want his pride! [ [ALL] Mix.Fi: Got it. Lets y togetherter, three in a team to carry you.] [ [ALL] Gtx.Ye: Love you xoxo.] [ [ALL] Gtx.Ye: Are we ying as three with the little jungler? Let me examine his skills in this match.] [ [ALL] Mix.Fi: Speak properly.] [ [ALL] Gtx.Ye: OK,e on.] This match went on for forty minutes, because the idiot at his topne kept feeding, so much that all three defense turrets were pushed down. Ji Zhiyao couldnt even save him after abandoning his practice of the jungler ADC team up and running to the topne, and even gifted four to five kills with him. Ji Zhiyao was so infuriated that his throat was smoking, as he continued criticizing after drinking a mouthful of water, ... So how did such an idiot who would feel unbearably itchy all over without feeding for a minute get to Challenger rank? Carried all the way? Was he a koi fish in his previous life? Mo Huaifeng also frowned, saying concisely, Join the room first, y as three with Xiaoye, well definitely win the next match. Hence Ji Zhiyao entered another match. This time he picked an assassin that was rtively more bnced in all aspects, preparing to specially work with Xiaoye and Mo Huaifeng, being carried all the way to the peak of his life. Chapter 153 Chapter 153: Untitled Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao also turned on his mic, Thank you Ye-god. Xiaoye replied, What Ye-god, youre too courteous, you can just call me Xiaoye. Drop by the middlene when youre done jungling, turn the middlene into a pairedne and we can push directly through there. Okay. Mo Huaifeng was upset for some reason and interrupted, What okay, youre here to practice the jungler ADC team up. Xiaoye: Hey Fi-god. If I hadnt met you today, I really wouldnt have forgotten that you owed me a ranked match. Mo Huaifeng: How unlucky. Xiaoye did not even know how he had upset Mo Huaifeng. He did not know, but Ji Zhiyao seemed to have guessed a little. He desperately shrank his presence, jungling jungling and more jungling, after clearing up his own side, he ran to the opposite, killing the opponents jungler while he was at it. The match pushed past 30 minutes, two of the opponents defense turrets in the middlene had been pushed down, the bottomne was the same. Xiaoye sent a signal, saying at the same time, Come to the middlene, well push directly. Mo Huaifeng seemed to be setting himself against Xiaoye, and said after he had spoken, Come to the bottomne, there are fewer people here, quick. Ji Zhiyao: ... You guys fight first, Ill go take down the big dragon. Cannot afford to offend either of them, slip away slip away. The oue was that after Ji Zhiyao had just taken down the big dragon, Xiaoye and Mo Huaifeng pushed down bothnes at the same time, the crystal was destroyed by their joint effort. Ji Zhiyao exhaled deeply, pulled off his ear-mic and dashed out as if his butt was on fire. Im a little hungry, going to the kitchen to find something to eat. Mo Huaifeng watch Ji Zhiyao leave, hmph-ed coldly and continued to type: [Im not in a bad mood.] [Gtx.Ye: Bullsh*t! Youre behaving like youve eaten bullets, made me think that your period was here.] [Mix.Fi: It seems like youre asking for death.] [Gtx.Ye: Dare not dare not.] [Gtx.Ye: Thanks for today yeah. But Im still one star away from ranking up, Ill get you to y together again next time?] [Mix.Fi: Sure.] [Gtx.Ye: Get your battleteams little jungler along too. He yed well, with the both of you around, I can be carried to a win.] [Mix.Fi: No, hes too lousy.] [Gtx.Ye: Bro, stop trying to be funny, he was obviously rather good alright. If you areining that he is lousy, send him directly to our battleteam.] [Mix.Fi: You want to raise my son for him?] [Gtx.Ye: ...] [Gtx.Ye: Youve changed. Youre no longer the open-hearted,passionate, dedicated and reflective Fi-god!] [Mix.Fi: ... Going to have lunch. Call me along the next time you want to y a ranked match.] [Gtx.Ye: Okay!] ... Ji Zhiyao was dragged to y with Mo Huaifeng for the entire afternoon, only letting off after five to six consecutive hours. Ji Zhiyao felt that even his own wrist hurt and went to the kitchen to grab a bottle of iced water, cing it on his wrist to ice it. After doing so for a few minutes, he brought the bottle of water out and passed it to Mo Huaifeng. Mo Huaifeng also iced his hand for a while and the both of them sat in their chairs, resting with their eyes closed. Just as Ji Zhiyao was feeling drowsy, he heard the sound of a door opening in the training room. Opening his eyes, he saw Yuan Wei walk in, saying, Happy birthday, NoHomo. Ji Zhiyao smiled. Thanks Brother Yuan Wei. No need to thank me. Yuan Wei waved his hand and continued, The few of them got me to help order a cake, I just brought it back, lets go taste it? Ji Zhiyao had a look of surprise as he turned to look towards his teammates and realized that they were all grinning. Nuo stretched himself, saying, Kept it in for the entire afternoon, we can finally say it now. Captain said you dont like cream cakes, so we bought an ice cream, it should taste quite good. Ji Zhiyao then looked towards Mo Huaifeng and found that there was a trace of a smile in his eyes. I am a professional battleteam manager hired by the club with a high sry, yet Im living like your nanny. Yuan Wei rolled his eyes and said, Its Nestle ice cream, how could it not taste good. Its in the dining room right now, I think it will start melting within ten minutes, do you guys want to quickly go eat it? Everyone froze, then ran towards the dining room like a swarm of bees. On the ice cream cake was the design of the earliest version of Heroes assassin in white, specially ordered by Yuan Wei. Before cutting the cake, Ji Zhiyao even took some photos with his phone, then cut the cake open with a knife that had been dipped in water. While they were eating the cake, Yuan Wei ran to the side and clicked several team photos, then sent them to the staff running the official Weibo ount. A few minutester, Mix battleteams official Weibo ount published a new post. [Mix Battleteam OfficialV: Run with your dreams, you are in your youth. , Happy Birthday. [image] ] In the photo, everyone was smiling very happily. ... A monthter, the end of August. Isted training ended, Ji Zhiyao officially returned to school to attend sses. During the vacation, in the four training tournament matches that he yed in Xiaos ce, Mix battleteam had no losses. As training tournaments of such nature could be revealed to fans and some of the professional yers who had yed against him gave some indirectments in their livestream admitting his capability, the negative news gradually faded away, people began to anticipate Ji Zhiyaos performance. Ji Zhiyao knew about all of these, but he did not appear to be as happy. He knew that, all the praises andpliments right now were bubbles on the surface. If his performance turned out to be unsatisfactory at the national qualifiers, since the fans could lift him up high, they could also let him fall. Ji Zhiyao was earnestly listening to ss when Yang Bing used a pen to poke his elbow, he turned and saw Yang Bing working hard at mouthing, Old Ji, carry me! Ji Zhiyao shook his head decisively. He was lucky to have not retained in any of his modules thest term, he swore an oath before this term to pay good attention to every single ss. He was already spending little time in school, he had to give his full attention in lessons or he would suffer greatly when it came to exams. Yang Bing couldnt move him no matter what and could only give up, then went to the dorm group chat to get the other two to y with him. [CEOBing: Old Ji has changed, he no longer loves us. He rejected me when I asked him to game with me.] [CEOBing: So are the two of youing? @Yang BingsDad @Lichao] [Yang BingsDad: No, listening to ss.] [CEOBing: Whats there to listen in English? Isnt it just the same old stuff?] [Yang BingsDad: Thats why you failed by four gradesst term.] [CEOBing: ...] Yang Bing was stumped by Wen Heng, feeling that what he said seemed to make sense and thus stopped gaming and opened his textbook to listen to ss. The bell signaling the end of lesson rang, Ji Zhiyao began packing the items on his table. Yang Bing zipped up his bag and asked as something suddenly came to his mind, NoHomo, are you able to get tickets to the national qualifiers? I heard its especially difficult to buy the tickets, but I want to go watch. Not sure, Ive never asked. Ji Zhiyao finished packing his bag and said, Ill ask Captainter on then Ill let you know. Sure sure sure! Never thought there woulde a day where I could pull strings, Im virtually over the moon. When he arrived back at the dorm, Ji Zhiyao recalled Yang Bings words and sent Mo Huaifeng a text directly: [Captain, today my dorm mate wanted me to ask about tickets for the national qualifiers. Heard its not easy to get, do you have a way to buy them?] Mo Huaifeng replied very quickly: [Can be bought, how many do you want?] [MelonRind: One each for my three dorm mates, my sister might not be able to make, just reserve one for her. Others... yes, theres also my little disciple, keep one for him, he will definitely like it.] [DB.MHF: ...] [DB.MHF: Why did you think of him?] [MelonRind: Just remembered. Im such a ipetent master, actually forgot about my disciple for so long... but theres still time now, isnt there still a month to the start of thepetition?] [DB.MHF: No need to keep a ticket for him, he wont go.] [MelonRind: ? ? ? Why?] [DB.MHF: Hes still a student, he needs to attend school.] [MelonRind: Stop kidding me. Our battleteam will y at most five matches, even if he skips ss he wouldnt miss much. Once in three years, not letting your nephewe watch, will your conscience really not hurt?] [DB.MHF: ...] [DB.MHF: Ill go ask him and let him reply to you himself.] [MelonRind: Sure, I dont believe my little disciple wont be moved.] Ji Zhiyao scrolled his phone for a while then sat at his table, put on his earphones and turned on his livestream. The moment he entered he was greeted by an overwhelming amount ofments, with an unprecedented passion. Ji Zhiyao even thought that he had entered the wrong room andughed out after being surprised. Why is there 50 thousand+ today, I didnt notify beforehand on Weibo that I was turning on my livestream. [Climbed over the wall here from Xiaos side, could you urge your teammates a little, its the end of the month! Why are they still not making up the hours for their livestream! ! ! Without my soul food I have already be a salted fish.] [Why are you not turning on the camera today? ! Disappointed boohoo.] [MelonRind darling mommy misses you so muuuuuuch!] [The national qualifiers areing right up, are you nervous?] Theyre already used to leaving their livestream hours till the end of the month, rxing all the way in usual times then feel the burn at the end of the month. Ji Zhiyao replied to questions selectively, Not that nervous. Weve already yed training tournaments previously with most of the battleteam, Im much more relieved, whats more Im ying together with Brother Xiao. At the mention of the national qualifiers, thements came in even more merrily. [Darling you dont even know exactly how hard it is to buy tickets to the national qualifiers _(:_)_ Now all the double priced tickets from the scalpers have been sold out.] [Really want a ticket! If I miss this again itll be another three years, the thought of it makes me want to cry out loud.] [Shall not tell the few before that Ive already gotten a ticket! The row closest to the stage! Everything looks very pleasing to the eye after I got the ticket, even shitting has been much smoother.] [Fake smile.jpg] Ji Zhiyao did not know that the difficulty of getting tickets for the national qualifiers were to such an extent, he thought for a moment and said hold on into the ear-mic, then texted Mo Huaifeng once again. [MelonRind: Captain, other than those few people I mentioned earlier, do you still have tickets left?] [DB.MHF: I dont, but the club has a few left. Why, you want to use them?] [MelonRind: nning on doing a lucky draw to reward my fans, the tickets are so hard to get that they feel like crying.] [DB.MHF: How many more do you want?] [MelonRind: Three, three would be enough. Ill send the money for all, including those I asked for earlier to you, youll help me to hand it directly to the club?] [DB.MHF: Its alright if you dont y too. Spend a night with me, theres everything for you.] [MelonRind: [rolls eyes] ] Ji Zhiyao quit WeChat, went to the official website of the national qualifiers to check the price of the tickets then sent a sum of money to Mo Huaifengs ount. After everything was done, Ji Zhiyao turned on his ear-mic once again, saying, Im back. In a sea of questions of What did my melon go do just now, he said, I will publish a Weibo postter, picking three people to give away tickets to the national qualifiers, but I cant confirm where the seats will be. If you guys are interested, remember to go take a look. [! ! !] [OMG my melon is simply a pro at spoiling fans, hugs and a big kiss!] [Omg! Although I am every inch an African, I want to tell the heavens that I wont admit defeat!] [Chances are slim but still very happy!] Ji Zhiyao couldnt hold back his smile, Great that you all are happy, thank you for paying attention to me all this time. After chatting for some time in the livestream room, Ji Zhiyao logged off and in ordance with what he had agreed on, posted about the lucky draw on Weibo. After posting, Ji Zhiyao switched off hisptop. He thought for a moment and decidedly to contact his little disciple in advance, in case Mo Huaifeng did not approve of him going to watch thepetition in order to push his nephew to study. Academics were no doubt important, but a proper bnce between work and y was also very important. [MelonRind: LittleDisciple, you there?] [LittleDisciple: !] [LittleDisciple: Master, missed you!] [LittleDisciple: Are you doing fine at the base, has my uncle bullied you?] Seeing how his LittleDisciple was inquiring after his well-being on the screen, Ji Zhiyao instantly felt a little guilty and typed: [Everyone has been very good to me. How about you, have you been well?] [LittleDisciple: Good health, good appetite. My results have improved quite a lot too.] [MelonRind: Well done.] [MelonRind: I wanted to ask you, do you want to go watch the national qualifiers thats taking ce a month from now?] [LittleDisciple: There are lessons at the beginning of October, Im nning to watch the broadcast from home. The work for this term is very tough, I dont want to skip.] [MelonRind: ... Alright then. Study hard! There are still many chances in the future.] [LittleDisciple: OK, master all the best, I will be cheering and rooting for you at home.] Ji Zhiyao put down his phone, his jaw resting on his fingers, somehow feeling that something was amiss. Little disciple had just started middle school this year, logically speaking there shouldnt be school work that was too difficult, he was also intelligent. The curriculum was difficult so he cannot go the actual venue, why did this reason sound so off? Could it be that Mo Huaifeng had already arranged the statement beforehand with little disciple while he was livestreaming? Ji Zhiyao kept this doubt in his heart and prepared to find a time to secretly research it. The next day he returned to the base after ss, he found a chance. Ji Zhiyao and Heng just ended a match together, Mo Huaifeng lifted his butt preparing to get up. Ji Zhiyao quickly reached out and held him down. Captain, what are you going to do? Mo Huaifeng looked confused but still answered, Going upstairs to get my phone. Left it upstairs earlier. Just in time Im going upstairs to get something, Ill bring it down for you while Im at it. He did not give Mo Huaifeng any time to reject and dashed upstairs, hiding his little thought. Because everyone was in the training room, the second level of the base was very quiet. Ji Zhiyao moved lightly, looking left and right as if he had a guilty conscience. After ensuring that there was no one around, he then opened the door to Mo Huaifengs room. Nuos bed was a mess, Mo Huaifengs was slightly messy but inparison it was already extremely tidied. A phoney on the gray quilt. Ji Zhiyao picked it up and used his own index finger to unlock it. This fingerprint was saved several months ago when Mo Huaifeng told him to do it, he did not expect that it would be of use now. Ji Zhiyaos heartbeat sped up. He prepared himself mentally for quite some time, before opening Mo Huaifengs WeChat. 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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Could it be that LittleDisciple had suddenly changed his nickname? Ji Zhiyao pulled out his phone and found little disciples WeChat name, realizing that it had not been changed at all. Simply too odd. Unless Mo Huaifeng did not add his little nephew on WeChat. Ji Zhiyao held two phones and sat solemnly on the edge of the bed. He deliberated for a while, an absurd thought gradually formed. He unlocked Mo Huaifengs phone once more and searched for switch ounts. DB.MHF. WorldsBestJungler. ... ! Ji Zhiyao rubbed his eyes in incredulity. There were two ounts! This also means that, his little disciple, the little nephew that his Captain mentioned once in a while was a pretense by his Captain the entire time? Ji Zhiyao was enlightened about the matter, his face instantly going dark. But at the beginning when his little disciple acknowledged him as his master, they did use the voice chat. Little disciples voice waspletely different from Captains, hence he had never thought about things in this aspect previously. What exactly was this? Ji Zhiyao inhaled exhaled and inhaled again, forcing himself to calm down. He stay seated for another few minutes, then pushed open the door to leave, going into his own room and found a notebook to fill in for his excuse. He went downstairs and returned to the training room once more. Mo Huaifeng looked up at him, slightly confused as he asked, What took so long? My notebook was buried right at the bottom, took a long time to find it. Ji Zhiyao threw the notebook that was actually of no use at all onto the table, then passed Mo Huaifeng the phone. Captain, here you go. Mo Huaifeng took it and unlocked the screen. Im a little hungry, what takeaway do you guys want to eat? Following behind pizza,c,fried chicken, Ji Zhiyao added leisurely, My throat doesnt feel too good recently, is there a type of food that can change a persons voice after eating it? The finger scrolling the phone paused, Mo Huaifeng looked towards Ji Zhiyao with a frown. Ji Zhiyao stared back in all seriousness, not one bit of abnormality in his expression. Perhaps it was because he didnt make out anything, Mo Huaifeng continued to lower his head and search for food, not forgetting to grant a word of concern. Whats wrong with you again? Ji Zhiyao twitched the corner of his lips. Then it came to the time to y ranked matches after eating, Heng felt that the situation wasnt quite right and was considering getting Nuo to bait the opponents that were hiding in the bushes to jump out. Nuo was sheepish about it, afraid that he would be killed, Ji Zhiyao said, We can consider letting Captain assemble a lolitas voice, and seduce the opponents to surrender with their hands raised. This way Nuo wont have to be bait anymore. Heng: NoHomo, you must be kidding me, did youe out without taking your medicine again? Ji Zhiyao: Im being serious. Our Captain should be very suited for such roles. Yet Nuo was extremely cowardly, and did not dare to implicate Captain, and proceeded without hesitation to sacrifice himself and sent the entire team to victory. When the game ended, everyone took off their ear phones, Mo Huaifeng called out calmly, NoHomo,e out for a moment. Nuo: Hes doomed, Captain is dragging our pitiful NoHomo out to KO him. Heng: My heart aches. Nuo: Heartache +1. Yet Ji Zhiyao seemed to have anticipated this oue and quietly followed Mo Huaifeng out of the training room, closing the door as he walked out. Standing in the corner outside the training room, Mo Huaifeng spoke in a tone like he was making a statement. Youve found out that... your disciple was a pretense by me. Ji Zhiyao had already made it so obvious, if he still couldnt tell, then he would really be a fool. He didnt expect Mo Huaifeng to be so direct, Ji Zhiyao was first stunned, then tugged up the corner of his lips, his voice with some trace of doubt as he said, I dont understand why you wanted to lie to me. From the beginning till the end, LittleDisciple hasnt really done anything to me. Other than angering him. Mo Huaifeng exined, At the start I made friends with you for the sake of examining your standard, thats why I got you to guide me. Ji Zhiyao thought carefully and nodded solemnly, indicating that he agreed with this ount. Then, I gave you some suggestions on ying. Ji Zhiyao nodded continued to nod. After that... do you have no idea yourself? After that, what was it? Ji Zhiyao thought back and forth to himself and realized that subsequently, it f*cking seemed like it was LittleDisciple who urged him not to get a girlfriend? So Captain already harbored improper ideas about him then! Ji Zhiyao took a step back into the corner, eximing in shock, Im still a child! Captain youre a beast! Mo Huaifeng suddenly had the desire to pull an impromptu act and pulled his shirt before his chest downwards, lifting the corner of his lips. Go ahead and shout. No matter how loud you shout there wont be anyone who woulde and save you. Ji Zhiyao went silent. Why, was my acting no good? Ji Zhiyaos expression was a little dazed. Mo Huaifeng felt that something was slightly amiss and looked backwards following his staring gaze and realized that Yuan Wei had walked in and was currently standing three meters away from them, a position where he definitely could have heard their conversation. His expression was nk. Damn it. ... So it was Captain who turned you crooked? Yuan Wei sat on the sofa in the living room for a while, hed just felt that his heart seizure seemed to have just recovered and almost fainted from choking on this line again. Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng sat on two sides of the sofa. Upon hearing that, Ji Zhiyao nodded and said boldly and confidently, Thats right, he first made a move on this little kitty that is me. Mo Huaifeng and Yuan Wei were speechless. Yuan Wei clutched his chest. Thankfully both of you havent done outside and get caught by fans, if not our battleteam would lose a third of our members at once, what are we to do then? Have you considered whether this fragile-hearted battleteam manager would be able to ept it when both of you decided to start a gay rtionship! Mo Huaifeng snickered, What are you afraid of, the club wont fire you over this. Thats true. Yuan Wei calmed down, In short both of you just be more cautious, we cannot have any news before thepetition, after that you can have as many scandals and gossip in however way you want it, nobody would care even if you take the number one spot in Weibos trending searches. Ji Zhiyao reassured him. Dont worry, we understand. At the thought that these two people did not have their training affected because of their rtionship, Ji Zhiyaos results even bing better, appearing to be very understanding and aware, Yuan Wei felt that he could temporarily put his heart at ease. It was enough that they were able to achieve all this, could he even forcefully make these two people change their sexual orientation for the image of the battleteam? Yuan Wei said, Anyhow both of you take note. If someone asks just answer that its bromance or if it really doesnt work, father and son rtionship works too. If there are any problems that cant be handled properly, let me know, I will contact the club to go through with public rtions... Ji Zhiyao interrupted, Yuan Wei, look, does my wristband look nice? Not bad. Hold on! You dont have to go on I dont want- I think it looks really nice too! Cant help it, Captains taste is just so outstanding. ... Damn you get lost, get lost! These days even the gay ones cane and PDA before me, why do I not have a girlfriend yet? Mo Huaifeng answered him, Because of ugliness? Captain you get lost together with NoHomo! Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyao shared a look and stood up at the same time. Ji Zhiyao patted Yuan Weis shoulder, as he spoke in all earnestness, Anyway people with two legs or three are all equally easy to find, there might just be some blind ones. All the best Brother Yuan Wei. It would be better if he hadnt spoken if this was what he wanted to say! Heartache. By dinner time, Yuan Wei felt as if he had be unbelievable. Originally, when he saw Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyao sitting side by side, with Mo Huaifeng cing a piece of meat in Ji Zhiyaos bowl from time to time, he would always exim that the father and son have a great rtionship. Now that he knew the truth, although they have not acted out of ce, Yuan Wei always felt that... Nauseating PDA was being casually pped onto his face. Halfway through the meal, Yuan Wei suddenly carried his bowl and crawled under the table with half of his body. The others seemed to be frozen. Less than two secondster, Yuan Wei sat up straight again. Seated beside him, Xiaofei looked wholly confused with a pork rib in his mouth as he asked, Brother, whats wrong with you? Yuan Wei wiped his face with his hand, his expression like he had experienced many vicissitudes of life. Actually there was nothing much, he was just observing if there was anyone secretly holding hands under the table. Yet he definitely would not say these words out loud. Ever since Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifengs gay rtionship was exposed to Yuan Wei, he became Ji Zhiyaos attack target. Ji Zhiyao would frequently run to Yuan Wei and tease him a bit, yet Yuan Wei could not teach him a lesson and could only bear it. 30th September, Mix battleteamsst training tournament against W.J that was set before thepetition ended. This also meant that the national qualifiers were about to begin. ... Finally. 6th October. Since 7AM, as long they were interested in eSports, most stayed before the television on certain sports channels or on the major livestreaming tforms, looking at the screen that had yet to cut towards the main subject and only showed a few staff members around from time to time, nervouslymenting. [Why has it not started? Im so nervous that my hands are numb.] [Nervous +1. Right now my expression looks especially constipated.] [Fi-god hubby my love! Iming!] [Already bought all the snacks, Tall Boots cing determines the number of bags I can finish eating.] [Although I dont hold any holds for the present situation of the local eSports scene, I still cant control myself. [covers face] Hopefully this time we can restore our glory!] S City Gymnasium, overcrowded. Everyones faces or necks, arms, thighs, basically everywhere was pasted with the names of the battleteam that they were most supportive of. They held cheering sticks in their hands, some people even put up banners. The stage was still empty but the screams and shouts in the gymnasium were about to break the roof. Held triennially, Heroes National Qualifiers, finally arrived. Finally, countdown characters in gold appeared on therge screen. Almost the entire audience held their breath and shouted together with the shining electronic screen. Three! Two! One! The countdown clock on the screen exploded in thest second as gold fireworks shot up around the stage. Wee to the live venue of eSports event Heroes National Qualifiers! When the atmosphere of the scene was at its peak, a male voice came through the speakers. Good morning, I ammentator Nian Nian. Another female voice followed. Hello, I ammentator Qing Tian. Next up let us invite on stage the 20 battleteams that have qualified to participate in the national qualifiers. Wee Lan Battleteam! Wee W.J Battleteam! Wee Bao Lu Battleteam! Wee Nx Battleteam! Wee Bug Battleteam! Wee Tall Boots Battleteam! Now, we wee the champions of the previous national qualifiers, Mix Battleteam! Alongside the loudest cheers in the gymnasium, after a smoke screen, seven boys dressed in Mix Battleteams team uniform stood right in the middle of the stage, waving to the audience. Qing Tian: Alright. Lets have the members of each battleteam move towards the special seating area to take their seats, captains of each battleteam please remain on stage, next we will proceed with the drawing of lots to divide the 20 battleteams into two groups. The other members were brought to the special seating in the audience belonging to yers, 20 captains remained on stage, before them was a sealed-off square box, to be used for the drawing of lots, on the top, only a space around the size of a fist was left open. Ji Zhiyao sat down at the seats for Mix battleteam and exhaled deeply. Since he started ying eSports, this was his first timeing to the live venue and also his first time appearing as a professional yer. When he stood on the stage earlier, he saw the audience all around who were cheering and rooting, it would be impossible to say that he wasnt nervous. Yuan Wei sat right beside Ji Zhiyao, seeing him breathing in deeply, he asked, Nervous? A little. It might not be our turn topete today, no need to be nervous. Yuan Wei said, Hopefully daddy Captain will have amazing luck and get us a good lot, its best that we dont meet the wily old foxes of Tall Boots right at the start. Ji Zhiyao looked towards the stage, his Captain was standing before the drawing box, he put his hand in... Then brought out a small blue ball. The small blue ball represented group B. With Mo Huaifeng being done with his turn, therge screen shed out the groupings that was just decided. Group A: Tall Boots, Nx. Skitter, Lan, Macaron, Bubbles, Wan Ning, Midsummer, LA, SILI. Group B: Mix, Bug, Bao Lu, W.J, Rocket, Wenka. Wan Chuan, Miao Pai, X, Stickers. At this point, the drawing of lots for the two groups officially ended. Ji Zhiyao gazed at the names on therge screen. A matter worth rejoicing was that, such troublesome opponents as Tall Boots and Skitters were ced in the other group. And within group B, with the exception of Bug Battleteam, the other few battleteams had either been thrashed by Mix, or theyd never heard of those names at all, and would not pose a threat to them. Yuan Wei also made that out, and could not hold in his excitement. Our Captain is indeed still Captain, look at that luck, with the exception of Bug and Stickers, group B is essentially rookies pecking at each other. Ji Zhiyao nodded in firm agreement. The small balls that each captain drew out had abel pasted on it, the organizingmittee sent their members to check and go through with registering. Hence three minutester, thepeting list appeared on therge screen. Group A: No. 1, Lan vs Tall Boots. No. 2, Midsummer vs Wan Ning. No. 3, Bubbles vs LA. No. 4, Skitters vs SILI (tomorrow). No. 5, Macaron vs Nx (tomorrow). Group B: No. 1, Bug vs X. No. 2, Bao Lu vs Rocket. No. 3, Mix vs Stickers (tomorrow). No. 4, Wenka vs Miao Pai (tomorrow). No. 5, W.J vs Wan Chuan (tomorrow). This also meant that, Mix would not bepeting today. Ji Zhiyao shifted his gaze from therge screen onto Mo Huaifeng. Mo Huaifeng followed behind the staff members and exited the stage, preparing to spectate the following matches that were about to begin. A few minutester Mo Huaifeng sat down beside him, Ji Zhiyao clearly heard the exaggerated ah from the female audience 10 meters away from their seats and twitched the corner of his lips. Mo Huaifeng asked, Whats wrong with you? Not feeling well? Do you hear the cheers sounding out from the audience at the back for you? I should rejoice that were seated far from there. If I was among them, perhaps after the national qualifiers end, I would have to go get myself an hearing aid. Chapter 155

    Chapter 155: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Mo Huaifeng was stumped. So taking into consideration your safety, you sit beside me forever, like right now. Yuan Wei interrupted, Damn it, if both of you continue to flirt, I will directly expose your secret to the entire team. This way I wouldnt have to stay so close to both of you to make sure that they wont hear your conversation, I still want to live for another two years. Mo Huaifeng darted a nce at Yuan Wei in displeasure, then sneered coldly. Ji Zhiyao thought,pared to the thickness of Captains skin, he seemed to be quite a distance away. The very first match of the national qualifiers, was yed by Lan and Tall Boots. 1v1, yed by the midner captains of both teams. Ji Zhiyao had yed with Xiaoye previously, but the shock that he had felt then was far beneath that which he was feeling now, watching the match from an omniscient point of view. As a midner. Xiaoye and Lan Battleteams captain, Bone were both very familiar with ying solo in ane. After all, usually in the match, this was their home ground. By the means of teasing movements, Xiaoye wiped out the iing wave of minions with no damage taken, at the same time also lessen Bones health by two bars; and when Bone realized and was about to do as he had done, he had already been targeted by Xiaoye who had already bought some low level equipment, at this point, both yers leveled up together, Xiaoyes abilities had been upgraded. Qing Tian: Everyone can see. Ye-god has brought out the rampage style that were all very familiar with, now attaining three level-one abilities, he has directly locked onto Bone. Bones health was already rather low to begin with, now its dropping steeply. Nian Nian: Only five minutes into the match, the very first kill has been born! Ye-god in the early phase, with a sufficiently strong advantage together with his movements, managed to wear Bone down. Inparison, Bone has lost a wave of minions andgging behind by one kill, the situation is not optimistic. At this point, the second wave of minions had yet to spawn from the fountain, Xiaoye moved forward with his minions from the first wave that survived and went directly to pushing the turret. When Xiaoye had destroyed a third of the defense turret, Bone respawned and followed behind the second wave of minions to strike back forcefully, Xiaoye was forced to retreat out of the range of the turret. Bone seemed to have lost his senses, going ahead in pursuit under the condition where his gold and level were both below Xiaoyes. Nian Nian: Whats going on? Did Bone see that Ye-god was missing a bar of health and decided to bring the game to an equal with his pursuit? Qing Tian: I dont quite understand why Bone wanted to chase after Ye-god in such a situation, what he ought to do more now is to hide under the turret and develop himself cowardly. Nian Nian: Perhaps Bone has a hidden surprise for us. Qing Tian: It does not seem so. In the middlene, Xiaoye put away hisrge sword, Bone had been killed once again. Everything following that became a natural urrence, Xiaoye pushed down Bones defense turret, undoubtedly clinching the victory for this 1v1. Ji Zhiyao could not understand and discussed with Mo Huaifeng in a low voice, That attack earlier was a little sudden, if he had not gone forward, the match wouldve dragged on for a longer time. Why did Bone attack suddenly? Mo Huaifeng paused for a moment before replying, Suicide style assault? Screw you. Seeing his helpless smile, Mo Huaifengs lips curved slightly into a small smile, saying, Theres no point dragging it. He knows he wouldnt be able to beat Xiaoye, so he chose to end it quickly. Ji Zhiyao found that very logical. Have you watched their battleteampete? Hows their 3v3 and 5v5? Hurts the eyes. Yet Ji Zhiyao did not buy it, as an eSports battleteam that managed to sessfully qualify for the national qualifiers, no matter how weak they were, they cant be as bad as to hurt ones eyes. But the subsequent matches indeed were challenging his optic nerves a little. 3v3 Lan Battleteams jungler could not defend the bottomne, running all around the top, middle and bottomnes, feeding madly the whole time and allowed the opponents to push through three defense turrets directly to destroy their crystal. Much less needed to be said about the 5v5, the jungle was in full bloom with creeps, the turrets were already made a hideous mess by Tall Boots 20 minutes into the game. After two matches, Lan Battleteam did not even y the third, directly announcing that they admitted defeat. Ji Zhiyao witnessed everything with wide eyes, when the judge announced that Tall Boots was advancing with the result of a full 20 points, he heard Mo Huaifeng say this one line, with slight mockery, This is the overall current condition of Chinese eSports. Most clubs, with the aim of making money in mind, formed battleteams mainly for the sake of participating in various activities to attract fans; the training framework is terrible, the capabilities of the battleteams are poles apart from the strong battleteam of other countries, even during the triennial national qualifiers, they would admit defeat out of pride, because they were losing too terribly. Lan Battleteam was only one of the many examples. Battleteams worse than that, also existed. So when theyers of shell are being peeled away, the battleteams that are truly passionate about eSports, are a meager lot. Ji Zhiyao went silent. Such silence continued all the way till Tall Boots, Wan Ning, LA emerged victorious in the first half of todays games, when the other members were following a staff member towards the special passageway, preparing to leave the venue. The others in the team who were discussing what to go eat noticed his listlessness. Nuo called out, NoHomo? NoHomo? Xiao asked, Whats wrong with my son? Why are you so down? Ji Zhiyao upon hearing that he was named, blinked nkly, then replied in hindsight, Woke up too early in the morning, Im sleepy. Xiao was unaware that there was another reason, saying, Were deciding to go have hotpot, what do you think? Sure, no objections, Im alright with anything. Hence the people walking in the front were put at ease and turned back to discussing what dishes to orderter on. Mo Huaifeng walked behind with Ji Zhiyao. Taking the advantage that there was no one around, he slightly pinched his finger as a form of constion. Ji Zhiyao silently held him too, letting go after a second. Yuan Wei who witnessed the entire course of things was stunned. Damn it! The next time they say that others hurt their eyes they should first take a good look at themselves! ... Because there was a second half of thepetition in the afternoon and they did not want to miss it, the team came to the hotpot ce closest to the gymnasium for lunch. Pushing open the doors to the hotpot ce, Ji Zhiyao realized that it was especially like a major gathering of eSports yers, the entire ce was filled with battleteam members that he had just seen at the gymnasium earlier, all standing in the lobby, chatting in groups of twos and threes. Seeing them walk in, the room went quiet for a moment, then became even more lively than earlier, everyone obviously talking about Mix in low voices. Mo Huaifeng did not like such scenes, and his expression became slightly cold as he directly requested to be taken to their room. Because Ji Zhiyao paid a few more nces to his surroundings, he dropped to be thest person behind the whole group. Just as he was about to enter the room and close the door, an arm suddenly stretched from the side hooked onto his shoulder, his entire body was pulled away and brought to the corner. Ji Zhiyao looked up questioningly and found a young man grinning broadly at him. His appearance was someone that he had just seen earlier, Tall Boots Xiaoye. Xiaoye greeted, Mix battleteams jungler reserve, I dont think I got it wrong? Its me. Nice to meet you Ye-god. Were all friends, dont be so polite. Xiaoye waved his hand nonchntly, saying, Last week I told Fi-god to get you to y the advancement match together, why didnt you y? Ji Zhiyao appearedpletely dumbfounded. He didnt. Xiaoye and him stared speechlessly at each other, after a very long time, he then kicked the wall out of anger, saying, Ive been lied to! Fi-god said its because Im too lousy and cannot carry you. Thats why you didnt want to y. Whats going on with him suddenly being made a horrid culprit out of nowhere? Ji Zhiyao secretly held a grudge against Mo Huaifeng and hurriedly exined, No. During Tall Boots first match earlier, I was watching the entire time, you yed especially well. Then I am at ease, I knew you wouldnt have such bad taste. By the way, you must do your best in the matches that you will be yingter on. Two days ago Lan Guang told me, that he hopes to have a proper showdown with you. Ji Zhiyaos heartbeat gradually quickened. Lan Guang was one of the top local junglers, to battle him face on had also been one of his long time wishes. During the training tournaments previously, the match against Tall Boots had been yed by Xiao, hence Ji Zhiyao did not get the chance to y against Lan Guang. Hearing this now, he was naturally a little excited. I will work hard. Xiaoye ended the conversation grinningly, Then I go have my lunch. Knowing that there was no such matter, I feel much better,ter on I must find Fi-god and deal with him properly. Ji Zhiyao parted with Xiaoye. When Xiaoyes figure disappeared past the corner, he entered the private room for his own battleteam. Everyone was already settled in their seats and were even done cleaning their cutlery already, there was only one empty seat left beside Mo Huaifeng. Ji Zhiyao sat down. Recalling Mo Huaifengs nder against him that he had heard from Xiaoye, Ji Zhiyao turned his gaze towards Mo Huaifeng, examining him once from top to bottom. Mo Huaifeng felt goosebumps rising all over him from his gaze and sent a questioning look. I was just checking if Captain was the roundworm in my stomach that had been missing for many years. Mo Huaifeng appeared nk. I met Ye-god just now. Mo Huaifeng was suddenly enlightened, but his expression had be slightly awkward. Ji Zhiyao stared at him fiercely, Mo Huaifeng shot back, What are you doing? Ji Zhiyao did not reply, instead he pulled out his phone from his pocket and typed: Fi-god, just admit it if youre jealous, dont make it so obvious that youre ying stupid. Heng and the rest were looking at the menu, wanting to see if there were any more dishes that they needed to add on. Suddenly remembering that because Ji Zhiyao had came inter and hadnt even gotten the chance to look at the menu, Heng lifted his head while calling out, NoHomo, see if there is anything else you want. Captains treat, no need to stand on ceremony with him. With that, Heng caught a nce of Mo Huaifeng, his eyes that carried a naughty smile froze, as he instantly jumped out, as if he had seen a ghost, What the f*ck! What the f*ck! I actually managed to see Captain blushing in my lifetime, damn my life has no regrets now! Originally not a single person had seen it, but the moment Heng cried out loud, everyone now knew. They looked towards Mo Huaifeng together all at once. Ji Zhiyao looked too. Strictly speaking, Mo Huaifengs face was not red, he still looked like he had no expression, but his ears that werepletely red betrayed his emotions. Xiaofei asked, Could it be that Captain drank some adulterated alcohol? K teased, Though Captain did not smile at me, I can sense that, the winter jasmine in his heart has already bloomed. Ji Zhiyao snorted out loud, winter jasmine, props to K for being able toe up with that. Mo Huaifeng stood up without a sound, when Heng who discovered the truth and K who made the most noise thought that they were about to get a beating, Nuo raised three fingers. It has begun. Three, two, one! Mo Huaifeng opened the door of the private room, the sound of the door mming matched the snap of Nuos fingers perfectly. Bingo. The others looked confusedly towards Nuo, Nuo pulled back his hand, saying, Thats right, thats how it is. He doesnt even have time to turn angry from embarrassment, you guys are safe for now. The others stared. Everyone ate heartily during the meal, they boarded the bases van and sat resting in the van for a while, before rushing towards the gymnasium once more. Bug Battleteam vs X Battleteam was thepetition that Ji Zhiyao was looking forward to the most. Bugs midner DiamondJ had quit the team, making maintaining a full Chinese team difficult. Hence Bug battleteam gave up on having an all Chinese team and brought in a Korean reinforcement, Big Fish. Big Fish on Korean soil, was a very well known grassroots yer, hisbat capabilities in Heroes was within the top 15th rankings. Because there were many strong yers in the Korean server, this result could be considered exceptionally good. Thepetition was set to begin officially at 2:30PM, it was 1:40PM when they arrived back at the gymnasium after lunch, just enough for them to close their eyes for a short rest in the van. Ji Zhiyao also leaned into the seat and slept for more than 20 minutes. He was woken up by the rm that he had set himself. When he woke up, the others were still in deep sleep, the entire vehicle was filled with the rising and falling sound of snores. Ji Zhiyao raised the volume of the rm to the loudest, then ced his phone in the air and shook it, it took four to five minutes before he woke all the rest. They walked drowsily towards the special passageway for participants that the gymnasium had set up, walking in to find the seats they had sat in earlier. There were already quite a lot of people in the audience, seeing them enter, female fans screamed out loud agitatedly, picking up their phones and snapping away. K sat all the way in, he skipped towards is own seat, not forgetting to look at the same time as he waved at the audience. When he sat down, he asked Xiaofei, How was that, didnt my pose earlier look especially handsome? Xiaofei answered truthfully, I was all focused on looking at the hair that was standing up on your head, I wasnt looking at your pose. K and Xiaofeis voices werent soft, Ji Zhiyao heard everything perfectly clearly even when he was sitting on the outside. Heughed, then brought out his phone, took a few nces andughed even harder. Congrats K-god for gloriously ascending the Weibo trending searches. As they spoke, the preparation on the stage was done and set to go. Thementators picked up the mic and announced the start of thepetition. Both teams entered the stage and bowed to the audience. Ji Zhiyaos gazended on all the simr looking fatties from Bug and found the one that stood out amongst them. ording to the ying position of a midner, Big Fish stood second in ce from the left, with a head of cool mid-length scenester-styled colored hair, very fair and clear skin, his expression calm, seeming like an introverted person. Yet Mo Huaifeng overthrew Ji Zhiyaos statement very quickly. Big Fish ys very aggressively, mad dog style. I heard that no Korean battleteam dares to take him in, because of this reason. Then he should be able to work rather well with their jungler Boom, jungler and midner team up, theyre both very aggressive. Its the exact opposite. Its said that Big Fish has very high expectations for his teammates, wanting them to cooperate with him unconditionally. Not only so, hes always been wanting to snatch themand of Bug battleteam from their ADC Qiang. Themand isnt anything else, how could a Korean reinforcement that was brought in be so demanding of the team? Ji Zhiyaos eyes were wide open. Qiang has been Bugs captain for more than three years yeah, the battleteam overall has been cooperating well, how is it possible that they would give it to him. Mo Huaifeng twitched the corner of his lips. This is also the reason why I am unwilling to use foreign yers even for reserves, theyre really too ambitious. Chapter 156

    Chapter 156: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios They think they can judge and dictate Chinese battleteams simply because theye from countries that are strong in eSports, on what basis? Ji Zhiyao sighed and said, Its about to begin, lets watch thepetition first. Mm. 1v1, yers entering the stage for both teams were Big Fish and X Battleteams topner, Bamboo. Bamboo was one of the few topners locally to be the best ying tanks, when his health bes thicker in theter phase, he often gives his opponents the feeling that he was unshakable. Letting Bamboo go against Big Fish who had an aggressive ying style was quite a good choice. The match officially began. Bamboo specially picked a champion with the strongest resistance ability amongst all topne champions, a round cartoon bear, which looked especially adorable. Whereas Big Fish chose a soft early game attack champion, which would be weak in theter phase of the game. Judging by Big Fishs actions, was he nning to finish off Bamboo in the early game? It shouldnt be easy... Ji Zhiyao thought. The speed at which Cartoon Bear was moving forward was slightly slower, while the champion that Big Fish picked, Little Short Legs ran very fast. When Bamboo arrived at the spot between the two defense turrets, Big Fish had already wiped out half of his minions. Bamboo was tanky and walked directly towards Big Fish, using attack abilities on him. However, Cartoon Bear as a champion focused on crowd control, his damage wasnt considered too high; Big Fish was agile in his movements, his hand speed many times faster than Bamboo who was a defense topner. Before Bamboo realized, Big Fish had already cleared all the minions around them and risen to level two ahead of him. Bamboo took Big Fishs abilities into consideration and swiftly turned around and retreated. But Big Fish flickered forward without hesitation, catching up to start attacking. Nian Nian: Didnt expect Big Fish to use that flicker without the slightest hesitation, not one bit of unwillingness. We can now see that Big Fishs stunning ability has already caught Bamboo, Bamboos health is gradually falling. Judging by this, if Bamboo cannot react after two seconds, he might directly be first blood. Qing Tian: Earlier on Big Fish took away a lot of gold when he wiped out the minions, now not only his level, even his equipment is better aspared to Bamboo. Im a little worried about Bamboos circumstances. Two seconds passed in a moment, when the stun ended, Bamboo retreated. Because his speed was really too slow, when he arrived back in his turret, Big Fish following behind him had already sessfully left him with a bar of health. Bamboo was lingering on with hisst breath of life when he entered the turret and prepared to return to the fountain to regain his health. Yet Big Fish was like a maggot in his body as he charged behind into Bamboos defense turret. Bamboo was knocked out, when Big Fish escaped out of the opponents turret, he was only left with a trace of his health, even a passing minion wouldve been able to kill him. This forced kill was truly a surprise. Yet this was only the beginning. Qing Tian: Right now Bamboos level is already gradually catching up, the trick that Big Fish used earlier would not work again. Oh my god, he still wants to do a turret dive! I believe if the national qualifiers were to pick the most unforgettable ying style, Big Fishs forced kills would definitely be right at the top! Nian Nian: To attempt the impossible is really not too sensible, his earlier advantage has been ruined by himself. Indeed, Bamboo has worn Big Fish down, and gotten a kill. This also means, that the situation of our match right now is one to one, no one team has pushed down a turret first. Qing Tian: After Big Fish respawned, hes off to approach Bamboo again! What exactly does he want to do? Nian Nian: I somehow feel, this is Big Fish preparing for another forced kill. Qing Tian: Before today, I never thought I would see such a situation here. Absolutely insane. Nian Nian: The both of them are already onto each other, Bamboos health has begun to drop! Let us take a look at the equipment stats on the top right corner, Big Fish has sold his mana equipment and bought an expose armor. Qing Tian: Now the both are left with thest trifle of health, he won! Congrattions Big Fish! If I call him the King of counter kills, I dont think anyone would refute that. Nian Nian: I heard that Big Fish was given the nickname Mad Wolf when he was still in the Korean Servers, weve witnessed it today, he has indeed lived up to his reputation. Qing Tian: Indeed a name that suits him. Big Fish has now pushed down the defense turret, after a judging, this match has been deemed valid, let us congratte Big Fish from Bug Battleteam! Thunderous cheers sounded in the gymnasium, although Ji Zhiyao wasnt too fond of such a mad dog style, he still apuded. Mo Huaifeng turned over and asked, If you were the one solo-ing against Big Fish, how will you y? Ji Zhiyao thought carefully then replied, Make use of the turrets, teammates or roam around to wear him down. With how Big Fish is as person, if you take him on face to face, his actions will turn even crazier. Earlier on Bamboo originally wouldnt have died for thest time, but he was probably made impatient from the match, thats why he persisted on a frontal gank. Mo Huaifeng nodded, indicating his silent agreement. ... In the backstage waiting room less than 300m from the audience. Qiang with a cold expression, Who allowed you to sign up for the 1v1 on your own ord, without my permission? The trantor that trantes Korean speedily tranted his words for Big Fish, while wiping his perspiration. Big Fish sneered with an indifferent expression, then spoke a line of Korean very quickly. The trantor turned pale and stuttered, H..He..he said... Boom narrowed his eyes slightly, Whatever he says, you trante it. The trantor inhaled deeply and said quiveringly, Weve won anyway, dont all of you Chinese pigs who are the best at sitting idle and enjoying the fruits of othersbor like it like this? F*ck you! You really f*cking thought you were somebody? Is China a country that a scumbag like you can criticize? Qiang instantly flipped the table and seized Big Fishs cor, about to punch him. The trantor and Boom were the closest to him and quickly grabbed him, Boom said, Captain, calm down first. Were stillpeting now, if theres anything lets wait until we return to the base. Even if we do raise a hand, we cant be caught by outsiders, if not wed be banned frompeting! Qiangs eyes were red as he struggled to escape from the two peoples hold. F*ck the damn ban frompeting! Im telling you, I did not want to continue staying here for a long time already! I dont care! Let go of me! Big Fish watched this scene with a cold smile, then gave a long reply, by the looks of his expression, it didnt sound like anything nice. The trantor was about to pretend that he didnt hear it when Qiang said harshly, Trante it! The trantor sighed to himself, then said, He asked if you wanted to kick him out of the battleteam, then bring the previous midner with a problematic sexual orientation back. He even said, Chinese would be Chinese, so what if youre capable, your blood is disgusting, you are absolutely unworthy of developing eSports. The trantor finished speaking, did not wait for Qiangs reaction, then continued to say, Captain, let me do it. Qiang was dazed, and realized that the trantor was removing his suit jacket and took off his spectacles to ce them at a side. Then, he viciously lifted Big Fishs cor and threw a punch right onto his eye socket. F*ck you! Where did get the nerve to! Watching as the trantor and Big Fish go at each other, Qiangs movements seemed to be frozen. Was he afraid that he would be banned frompeting... After a good while, he closed his eyes wearily. Turning around, he looked at his other two teammates in turn and said hoarsely, Get the midner reserve who was on the registration list that was submitted to get here within 20 minutes, Boom, Old Devil, well go y the 3v3. ... Hmm? Ji Zhiyao sat upright and noticed something amiss with the lineup. Normally speaking, midners have a greater advantage in 3v3, Big Fishs capability was also evident, why was it jungler, Boom, topner, Old Devil and ADC, Qianging on for Bug battleteam for this match... He prodded at Mo Huaifengs arm, Captain, do you feel that something is amiss? Yes. Mo Huaifeng replied. Talk about it, talk about it. All their expressions dont look too good, their eyes are so red like theyve just been in a fight. Ji Zhiyao looked towards the expressions of the three people on the big screen and found that it really did appear so. What was up with Bug? This uncertainty continued till Bug battleteam took down the 3v3, when the 5v5 began, Ji Zhiyao realized, that the midner had changed from Big Fish to a boy that he had never seen before, one probably even younger than himself. Mo Huaifeng frowned and said, Hes from the youth camp. Ji Zhiyao knew about the youth camp, it was where youths found to be talented in gaming stayed at when they begin to be trained since 15 to 16 years old, Mix Club also set up onest year. But since it was called youth camp, they were definitely youths who had never participated in officialpetitions. Why had Bug battleteam changed their midner to this boy? Something must have happened. Ji Zhiyao heard theints from the audience behind. What the hell are they doing? I still thought that Big Fish yed well earlier, why has the yer changed now? Isnt Big Fish the midner? The midner reserve is so young, isnt Bug battleteam being ridiculous? In the midst of such questioning voices, Bug battleteam lost the first 5v5 match. It could be seen that the young reserve was indeed rather talented, his handling was excellent. But it seemed like he had never worked with the others in the team before, it affected the entire teams chemistry. Basically until the end, X and Bug were left with one turret each on all threenes. Qiang sent a signal to instruct the team to take down the big dragon, but it turned out that there were ambushes around the dragons cave, because the young reserve arrived three minutester, Qiang was killed and he also fell into the gank and was killed. The battleteam without both their center positions, was directly destroyed. After the twenty minutes break, Ji Zhiyao took time and looked at his phone, whether it was Tieba or Weibo, both had already fallen. He had a premonition, if Bug battleteam lost another match, their reputation for a period of time would be considered finished. But during the second match, Bugs condition took a turn for the better. Because of their failure in the first match, they seemed to have loosened up in the second, the midner reserve had also adjusted himself, doing his best to cooperate with the activity of the others. Nian Nian: Its discernible, that in this match, Bug battleteam has found their specialty again, their mood very rxed. Whereas X, because their earlier development had been too weak, currently their offense is gradually falling behind. Qing Tian: Earlier on that handling shed out by the midner reserve is still clearly etched in my mind, ambushing in the bushes to snatch the big dragon, counter killing the opposite ADC. The standard of this handling is really not bad. Nian Nian: I just caught a nce at the information, Bug battleteams little reserve is only 16 years old, this is the youngest yer Ive seen at the national qualifiers. Qing Tian: Now that youve said it, I instantly feel like Ive aged a lot. Look at the middlene, Qiang is about to push down Xsst turret into their base! Nice! ... Because the second match was a rtively easier win, the expressions of all five yers from Bug in the arena were all very rxed. When the break time ended, both teams bowed and entered the stage once more. Inparison, because X battleteam lost badly in the previous match, they were very spiritless since the start of this match. Qiang was the first to take down the first turret at the bottomne, presently, as the carry, Qiangs gold was already almost 1000 ahead of the opponents. The midner reserve was ambushed, Xs midner behaved as if he was disconnected,pletely unaware of the reserve, atst he was killed off by the reserve and Boom who crept up from behind. Ten minutes into the game, Bug battleteam had shown an evident advantage. The game went on till the 37th minutes, ten yers from both teams met at the big dragons cave. Old Devil stood right at the front as the tank and was also the first to be sacrificed, but he took Xs soft midner and ADC with him before he died. Both of X battleteams center positions were taken away, the teams remaining damage was not enough to take down the dragon, much less when four remaining yers from Bug were still eyeing them like prey. As such X retreated, Bug focused on finishing the dragon. 45 minutes into the game, one could see Qiang swinging his wrist forcefully on the big screen in the gymnasium, his expression seeming slightly annoyed. At this moment the enemies have arrived at their gates for X battleteam, only one turret left hanging on at all threenes. X battleteams midner wanted to secretly destroy the opponents crystal amidst the chaos and was discovered by Old Devil. Old Devil clicked the recall button, sessfully returning to their fountain before Xs midner managed to destroy the turret, then forcefully tanked the damage and killed him! At the same time, on the other end of the map, a crystal tower gradually copsed. Bug battleteam clinched the victory for thest 5v5. Nian Nian: Alright. After the judging, Bug battleteams victory is deemed valid. Congrattions to Bug battleteam for advancing with 15 umted points! Cheers sounded from the audience. Ji Zhiyao sighed in relief. Hearing the obvious sound of a breath, Mo Huaifeng was slightly surprised. What were you nervous about? Of course I would be nervous. If they hadnt won this match, Bug battleteam wouldve exploded on T and Weibo. Originally, swapping out the Korean reinforcement wouldve already set them up for hatements, if theyd lost thepetition... Not only local media, how would foreign media report it? Venting off anger on the Korean reinforcement due to internal conflict in the team, or Chinese naturally do not have the blood for eSports? Simply ludicrous. Mo Huaifeng nodded, then asked, Theres still another round. They want to return to the base, what about you? Ill go back to the base too, together, together. Bao Lu vs Rocket yeah, Im blindly guessing that Rocket will win. The incident with Bao Lu battleteam being too weak and being beaten to tears was still vivid in his mind. If their mentality was too weak, they definitely wont be able to y well inpetitions. Me too. Ji Zhiyao looked at him, pursed his lips then could not help butugh. Then Ji Zhiyao told the news of everyone intending to return to the base to Yuan Wei. Yuan Wei who was seated right outside agreed, he stood up and a line of young boys dressed in red and white uniform followed behind him, everyone walking towards the passageway together. In the course of it, many people even surrounded them and took quite a lot of photos. The van waited for them in the internal carpark of the gymnasium, they found the vehicle and boarded in turn. Ji Zhiyao crossed one leg over the other and leaned back after finding afortable position, then pulled out his phone to scroll Tieba, wanting to see if there were any revtions about todays national qualifiers. Chapter 157

    Chapter 157: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios As expected, he found one. It was about Bug battleteam whom he was very concerned about. [Title: About the question of why a certain Korean reinforcement did not go on. Everyone should have watched the national qualifiers this afternoon, some people might have such a question, why did Big Fish who yed the 1v1 not appear even once in the three matches of 5v5ter on, and was instead swapped with an unknown young reserve? OP has a friend who is volunteering during these few days at the gymnasium, he could be considered half a staff member. OP then found out that, for the 1v1, Qiang did not intend on sending Big Fish on at all. During the final confirmation of information, Big Fish secretly changed the name of the participant without permission, that was why he got to go on. Theres something even more shocking, at that time my friend happened to walk past and heard Big Fish saying something like Chinese are unworthy of eSports, Qiang was especially agitated, in immense anger, he almost got into a fight with Big Fish. OP thinks, this is probably the reason why Big Fish wasnt put on. But I somehow feel that their club should have considered beforehand about how Big Fish should act to attract fans, Qiang has probably offended all the club and the Korean reinforcement yers. That is all. I am a passerby turned fan of Qiang now.] [1stment: Is this information true? Although I find that Big Fish ys too aggressively, but he looks very delicate, how could he be so insolent.] [2ndment: Agree with OPs view, have already be a fan of Qiang. Its not up to others to criticize the great China!] [3rdment: Im about to dieughing from the 1stment, you may know a persons face, but not his heart, get it? Fortunately I never had a favorable impression of Big Fish.] [4thment: At this time I really miss my great Diamond. If DiamondJ was here there wouldnt have been so many trivial matters!] [5thment: Although Big Fishs words are very inappropriate, but its not right to rob someones right topete too.] [6thment: Hoho, the one above what do you mean? Sucking up to the Korean reinforcement? Chinese are the ones giving him his sry and he still has the face to act that way?] [7thment: I hope the Korean reinforcement gets out of China! I want Bug battleteam to still be an all Chinese team!] [8thment: No matter what hes still better than the one with an abnormal sexual orientation.] ... Damn, turns out there really was an inside story. Ji Zhiyao raised his phone and said anxiously, All of you quickly go look at Tieba! What post? Nuo questioned perplexedly. Ill send the link into the group, you guys take a look. Ji Zhiyao sent the web page link into the WeChat group, then handed his phone to Mo Huaifeng, Mo Huaifeng took it very naturally and skimmed through it quickly. A few minutester, Nuo said, Just by looking at his mad dog style of ying I already felt that he wasnt anything good. Indeed. Mo Huaifeng returned the phone to Ji Zhiyao, saying indifferently, Its most likely true. Ji Zhiyao asked nervously, Then will Qiang be banned frompeting? No. Ji Zhiyaos eyes lit up. Really? Thats great. Mo Huaifengs lips curved slightly. Though Yuan Wei who saw this scene had not been hinted at to speak, he still rified the stakes clearly, saying, For this matter, it is after all an internal conflict of the battleteam. If Qiang did not raise a hand, it definitely wont go as far as being banned frompeting; if he did, as long as the club keeps things under and settles it in private, Qiang will not be banned frompeting. Let alone Qiang has reason on his side. If the club bans Qiang frompeting, arent they in another way, admitting that the club bought a Korean reinforcement that ndered China. In such a situation, they know what to do with their options. Ji Zhiyao understood him and said in relief, Thats good. Mo Huaifeng turned to him. So, if you have time to study gossip here, why arent you reading the information of our opponents tomorrow? ... Got it. Mo Huaifeng continued to rest with his eyes closed, Ji Zhiyao made a face at him, then opened the materials that the stats analyzer had uploaded. An old friend, Stickers battleteam. Stickers midner, Gods Left Hand, one person carrying the entire team, Stickers jungler, the model of persistent hounding. They yed once against each other the previous time during the performance tournament tour, Ji Zhiyaos memory of this battleteam, was limited to only that. But a long time had passed since the performance tournament tour, the stats analyzers database had been refreshed with a new batch of information and records. Ji Zhiyao opened a video. This video wasposed of many single parts, Ji Zhiyao finished watching it once, then reyed the part that belonged to Stickers jungler. In the video, Stickers jungler had two yers of his opponent team at his heels and was only left with a single bar of health. Before he was about to walk into the defense turret, he paused for a moment, giving the two yers a chance to throw themselves forward. Then Stickers jungler released his ultimate ability. Pushing the opposite midner slightly to the side by his stun, the angle was very ingenious, as it just happened to be within the range of the turret, the opposite midner was still disorientated and was directly worn to death by the turret. Whereas on the other side, Stickers jungler seemed to have grown an eye in the sky, he left the midner alone and instead used his abilities right away, working hard at poking the opposite jungler that was being held back by him. With a trifle of health, wiped out two opponents with half their health each, this could be known as an educational historic scene. This jungler had made a tremendous improvement! Ji Zhiyao told himself that he must bepletely focused during theirpetition, he must, when everyone thought that Stickers was about to rise up, hold on tightly to the skin of the back of their junglers neck. Thats right, thats the way! The van came to a stop, theyd arrived at the base. The national qualifiers had prepared a four-star hotel for participating yers to stay in. But considering that the venue was in S City itself, not far from Mixs base, everyone chose to return to the base to train and sleep. Pushing open the front door of the base, Heng inhaled fiercely. My god, there exists such a scent that is so pleasing and refreshing. Our base, Im back! K shouted, Heng you bastard stop right there! Actually running all around the vi with your shoes on! Auntie just tidied the ce today, Ill kill you! Both of them were a tumbling mess, the others followed behind, watching on as they entered. After some time, K and Heng became tired and walked into the training room, copsing into the chairs, panting. Mo Huaifeng asked, Are you guys confident of thrashing Stickers tomorrow? His voice sounded nonchnt, but K and Heng instantly sat upright upon hearing it, K said, Dont worry Captain, weve been through all the great storms, we wont capsize in a small sewer. Heng nodded in agreement. Mo Huaifeng scoffed, then said to everyone, For tomorrowspetition, 1v1 Heng will go, 3v3, me, Heng, Ji Zhiyao, for 5v5, well have Heng and Xiaofei, Xiao and Ji Zhiyao taking turns, any questions? Everyone indicated that there was none. Then well train first. The moment they started training, it went on all the way past 9PM. Ji Zhiyao was seriously starving and ordered a takeaway of spicy hotpot, then curled up in his chair, preparing to take a break. He picked up his phone and scrolled Weibo. Regarding the revtion posted on Tieba in the afternoon, Bug had given a response. [BugOfficialWeiboV: Announcement: This afternoon, during the opening match of the national qualifiers, our teams current midner Big Fish went against the teams internal rules, tampering with the application form without permission; at the same time, made insulting remarks towards Chinese eSports. The battleteam and the club have decided after a discussion that Big Fish will be banned indefinitely frompeting as punishment, during the national qualifiers, the duties of a midner will be handed over to the reserve Puppet Cat. We are grateful for everyones support and thank you to all the friends who like Bug Battleteam, we will continue to forge ahead with our original aspirations in mind.] Banned indefinitely frompeting, this also meant that Big Fish as their midner would not be used again, all the way until his contract expires. This essentially equates to him being useless already. Bug battleteam was putting everything on the line, to give the public an answer. But this way, with Bug battleteams current capability, it would be very difficult for them to make it into the top three. Ji Zhiyao couldnt help but feel slightly regretful. He sighed, then went on to read other posts. As the qualifiers have officially opened, the revtions andments in the scene about the participating battleteams have increased. Ji Zhiyao read and scrolled and found another shocking piece of information. Skitters current jungler was sleeping with his fan! The ount that revealed this was an alternate ount on Weibo, but because there were records of conversations on WeChat, in addition to the fact that Skitters current jungler had publicly showed off his girlfriend previously, the amount of reposts had already exceeded 2000. Ji Zhiyao tapped to open the image and realized that the disy picture of Skitters jungler in this screenshot was exactly the same as the one lying in his WeChat contacts, the way he chatted was also very simr. If it wasnt someone paying big money to mess with Skitters jungler, this information was most certainly true. It gave Ji Zhiyao such a scare that he silently lifted his water ss and drank a mouthful of water to steady his nerves. Yet the sound of him swallowing was a little loud, Mo Huaifeng was not wearing earphones, and heard it very clearly, hence he asked, Are you a water buffalo? Drinking so loudly. ... I didnt, Im not, Im not admitting it. He pushed Mo Huaifengs arm lightly. Some revealed that Skitters jungler is sleeping with his fan, yet it seems like he already has a girlfriend. What has it got to do with you, its not even you who did it. Whats there to be agitated about? Seems rather logical, he had no way of rebutting that. Hence Ji Zhiyao hugged his phone and went silent. Another ten plus minutes passed before the delivery man called to inform him to go out. Ji Zhiyao brought his takeaway back in slippers and opened the box. The aroma of the spicy hotpot was very strong, very quickly, the entire training room was filled with its spicy smell, so tempting that it made the rest not want to continue to train anymore. Xiao found his phone and ordered the exact same thing. Nuo patted his tummy and asked, NoHomo, let us brothers share the food? Ji Zhiyao swallowed a mouthful of beancurd skin, then grinned. No. I got you to order takeaway with me earlier, you said you wanted to lose weight. Nuo who wanted to lose weight hugged himself sorrowfully. But the spicy hotpot from this ce was really quite delicious, Ji Zhiyao took a few bites, then picked up a piece of crab meat and moved it to the side of Mo Huaifengs mouth. Captain, have a taste. Xiao chimed in, NoHomo just give up, Captain has always hated eating the food that another person has eaten... Before he had finished his sentence, Xiao turned silent. Because Mo Huaifeng bowed his head and took the crab meat that Ji Zhiyao was holding into his mouth, without the slightest bit of hesitation. The others stared on. Mo Huaifeng swallowed after chewing a few times, thenmented, Not bad indeed. Ji Zhiyao pulled back his chopsticks, fully satisfied and continued to eat his food. As he ate, he realized that everyone else with the exception of Mo Huaifeng was looking at him, hence he stared back with a confused expression. Xiao sighed, My son, right now Im still suspecting that, the reason why Captain abducted you back here was to prepare to use you as a child bride. Ji Zhiyao almost choked to death on a mouthful of rice. K added some embellishments, Tsk tsk tsk, the world is going to the dogs, human hearts are no longer what they were in the past. Mo Huaifeng stated without even turning his head. Shut up and train. With the exception of Ji Zhiyao, everyone else instantly curled up, shivering. ... As they werepeting in the afternoon, the members of Mix did not go to the gymnasium to watch the matches in the morning, instead they had a good sleep, then went for a charcoal barbecue lunch close to noon. Having eaten and drank their fill, they then drove to the gymnasium. The first round ofpetition in the afternoon, was Mix vs Stickers battleteam. Everyone stayed in the waiting room, when the entrance of the 1v1 yer was announced outside, Heng stood up and adjusted his wrist guard while saying, Im going, my brothers. He was after all a man who had seen the storms, there wasnt a bit of nervousness in his expression. The stats analyzer nodded, together with a word of blessing, If you cant win, then donte back anymore. Heng walked grinningly out of the waiting room. There was an LCD screen in the waiting room, sourced from the same setup as the several times bigger one that was facing the audience in the gymnasium, allowing them to watch the yerspete from an omniscient point of view. Ji Zhiyao stared earnestly at the screen, watching as Heng and Stickers midner bow. A solo match officially began. When it came to picking champions, Heng instantly locked a champion that he was very skilled in. What was unexpected was that, Stickers midner also locked the exact same one. This was a mirror image! As they first entered Heroes Valley, Heng saw his opponents choice, he froze for a second, then continued moving to the turret in the middlene with the minions and saw Stickers midner under the turret opposite. After wiping out the minions and smoothly leveling up to level two, Heng directly pounced onto Stickers midner, attacking with two abilities and his auto-attack. But because there wasnt enough damage, Stickers midner had already managed to get out of Hengs attack range when he was left with one-third of his health. Heng was not dejected and made a few circles in the most centralized spot, then shifted back to under the defense turret, to wait for the second wave of minions. Because he missed out several minions, Stickers midners gold and level was a small cut below Hengs throughout, and only dared to hide behind the minions, cowardly killing a few of the opposing minions. Watching to this point, Ji Zhiyao was basically certain, that Heng would surely win this match. Stickers midner seemed to have sensed the bad turn in his situation, when he knew that he wouldnt be a match for Heng, began to use the strategy of harassing from time to time. But Heng was stable as always,pletely unaffected by his provocation, his mind all on throwing his abilities and auto-attacks onto Stickers midner. The health of Stickers midner dropped rapidly, Heng grabbed the chance, after a set of damage, sessfully took the kill. As there wasnt anymore obstacles, the minions destroyed half of Stickers defense turret. Heng walked over after finishing off Stickers midner, then destroyed the other half of the turret at once. With the various advantages in level, gold and defense turret, Stickers midner lost out in his offense and was killed once more, three minutes after respawning. The first round, Mix was victorious. Heng returned back to the waiting room through the participants passageway, Nuo stepped forward and bumped elbows with him. The stats analyzer noted a few things on his notebook, saying at the same time, Not bad, you won quite easily. May the next round be the same. Heng was very pleased. We will. Old Ning, you must have some confidence in us. The stats analyzer rolled up the book in his hand and dropped it on Hengs head. Dont becent, if you make a mistake in the next round, Ill let Captain settle you. Heng was instantly frightened. Chapter 158

    Chapter 158: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Nuo suddenly came up with a thought. Do you guys have such an experience, when you were disobedient when you were young, your mother will grab you and say if you continue to make noise shell feed you to the Big Bad Wolf... Mo Huaifeng lifted his eyes and squinted at Nuo. The others sniggered out loud, Ji Zhiyao said while chuckling, Nuo you mutt, you and Captain are both in the bottomne. If you two be arch-enemies, Captain might just stand aside and watch as you get sent to your doom... Nuo wailed, Damn me, Captain, I made a mistake earlier, its if you continue to make noise shell send you to the police officer. You are a great public servant of the people, please have mercy on me. Mo Huaifeng responded, Heh. The stats analyzer put an end to their y. Alright, stop the loquacity. 20 minutes is almost up. Captain, Heng, NoHomo, three of you get ready and go on. There was this single moment when Ji Zhiyao heard the sound of his own heartbeat. Overwhelmingly nervous. And a mix of several thoughts will I be able to y well, are there fans out there who will call my name, will I lose spun around in his mind. Walking into the yers passageway, he was so nervous beside Mo Huaifeng that he was almost swinging his arm while putting the same foot forward. Mo Huaifeng caught it, the corner of his lips lifting slightly. Is a battleteam that we thrashed during the performance tournament tour worthy of you being so afraid? Who said Im afraid? This is obviously me being nervous. This was his first time standing on the officialpetition stage. Mo Huaifengughed, Heng said, NoHomo, even if the sky falls Captain would be there to hold it up. Just take it that youre going into the arena for a walk, you dont have to bother about everything else. Ji Zhiyao nodded, yet as the nervousness at heart decreased, another odd feeling rose gradually. That was anticipation. Finally, they reached the end of the passageway. Ji Zhiyao lifted his leg and strode over the border between light and darkness and heard the fervent screams from the audience outside. When he sat down in his seat, the merged feelings of nervousness, anxiety, anticipation instantly vanished without a trace, leaving him with stability and an intriguing sense of belonging. He nodded to Mo Huaifeng and Heng, and all three put on their headphones. Nian Nian: After 3 years, seeing Fi-god appear on the scene of the national qualifiers once again, I believe everyone is definitely feeling the same way that I am, extremely extremely excited. Fi-god was the first name I knew when I stepped into the eSports scene, that I am able to do thementary for Fi-godspetition, Im virtually feeling so nervous right now that Im out of words. Qing Tian: Participating in this round, other than Fi-god and Heng who yed the solo earlier, we have a new face, jungler reserve Yao. To be honest, because Ive seen some revtions from within the scene, I am very curious about the capability of this yer, truly lucky to have the fortune of witnessing his ying today. Nian Nian: We shall say no more, both Mix and Stickers are ready to go, thepetition begins. Ji Zhiyao entered his username and password to log on to his ount and confirm that his game was in the ready mode. While doing these few actions, his hands were a little numb. After selecting a high burst damage and less tanky assassin, Ji Zhiyao clicked on Begin match. At the end of the countdown, Heroes Valley appeared on the screen. Upon seeing the familiar setting, Ji Zhiyao, who had almost memorized the full view of Heroes Valley, rxed a little. After moving his fingers for a while, he properly got into his mode. For this 3v3, Stickers battleteam had sent their midner, ADC and topner. Ji Zhiyao had chosen thene where Stickers topner would be at. Due to the consideration that Stickers topner might pick a tank champion that wouldnt be easy to battle against, he gave up on health and chose high burst damage. Though the jungle of the 3v3 arena was pitifully small, Ji Zhiyao still entered the jungle and killed several creeps before the minions spawned and earned a few hundred gold. Then he bought a pair of elerated boots, swiftly shifting to the space between the two teams turrets and met Stickers topner who was killing minions. Following that was a direct attack. Outside of their earphones, Nian Nian said in surprise: Logically speaking, I thought he wanted to just give two hits as a test, never thought that he really meant business once he went forward. Yaos hand-speed is considered rather fast amongst junglers, hebined the second and first ability with his auto-attack, not giving his opponent any time to react. Qing Tian: Yesterdays Bamboo is like todays Stickers Seer, the champions that they chose are too slow, right now the attack speed of Seer and Yao is totally disproportionate. Seer cant even touch the ends of his shirt. Just like Qing Tian had said, Ji Zhiyao was now making use of his hand-speed and the disadvantageous position of Stickers midner Seer, to y so aggressively against Seer that he lost all his bearings. Although Ji Zhiyaos current attack damage wasnt high, but his attack speed was, the rate at which Seers health was falling was an unbearable sight. At this moment, Ji Zhiyao happened to level up to level three, because Seer did not jungle, his level was slightly suppressed, and could only retreat into the defense turret. Ji Zhiyao unlocked his third ability, and a thought formed astutely in his mind. If he cannot give chase and kill Seer now, then after he recalls and regains his health, it might be very difficult to do so. Hence Ji Zhiyao nced at his health that was missing a bar and decisively rushed into the turret. Turret dive, ability attack, forced kill! When the system shed out the first blood notice, Ji Zhiyao swiftly withdrew out from within the turret, seeing himself left with thest trace of health, a thin sheen of perspiration formed on his forehead. Almost, but still fine. Ji Zhiyao did not return to fountain, but killed the remaining few minions in the middlene and recovered some health. Before Seer respawned, half of the turret had already been destroyed. The second wave of minions spawned, Ji Zhiyao took time and nced at Mo Huaifeng and Hengs situation, finding that both of them were having a rtively easier time. Especially Heng, in the previous round he had single-handledly killed the opponents midner several times, leaving the opponent very unmotivated to y against him. Ji Zhiyao noticed and said into the ear-mic, Heng,e to the bottomne in a while, well mess with Seer. Heng: Sure, wait for me to get an armor pration equipment. Later Ill grope my way through the bushes and send him to the West. Ji Zhiyao: Get a defense type while youre at it too,ter youll stand at the front and tank the damage for me. Heng: Damn, youre really inhumane. Ji Zhiyao: Captain cane tank for me too, but hes too far away from me. Why dont you swap with Captain? Heng: Forget it, the opposite ADCs far range burst damage is leaving me in shivers. Im better off messing with Seer. Meanwhile Ji Zhiyao happened to begin engaging with Seer, he said, Come right now. Hence when Seer was sent into retreat due to enticement, Heng silently appeared from the bushes at the border of the middle and bottomne and struck Seer from the back. A perfect cooperation by the twones. At the same time that Seer was killed, the screen and game sound effects indicated that Mo Huaifeng had also gotten a kill at the bottomne. Time rewound to a minute before. Mo Huaifengs hand-speed and level was so oppressive that his opponent was about to puke blood. The champion that he had chosen was the burst damage if aiming is good, useless if aiming is terrible type. However, as the 3rd best ADC on the international ranks, the words inurate aiming were never in his dictionary. He unlocked his ultimate, several arrows flew out and knocked out the opposite ADC who was hiding under his defense turret. Both the top and bottomnes bloomed, basically establishing Mixs dominance in the early phase. Heng returned to the middle, continuing to tease the opposing midner, while much less needed to be said about Mo Huaifengs bottomne. The opponents probably didnt dare to have any ideas about him either. When the levels were developed, Ji Zhiyao was a whole level and a half above his opponent, but he had merely given an attempt at striking Seer, then gave up. Seer was too tank-like, if two or three people ganged up on him, it might still be possible to kill him, but it would take a great deal of effort for Ji Zhiyao to kill him alone. Thus Ji Zhiyao hid behind his turret, peacefully killing minions on top of defending the turret, no matter how Seer tempted him, he did not change spots at all. Seer also did try going to the other twones, but the oue that he received in addition to letting Ji Zhiyao push down a turret at the topne, was being attacked by Heng and Mo Huaifeng at the same time. Resigned, Seer returned to the topne once again. In the time when Ji Zhiyao was silently defending the turret, Mo Huaifeng did not disappoint, advancing triumphantly, pushing down all the turrets at the bottomne. Nian Nian: Right now we are only a step away from the end of the match, we can see that the bottomne has been cleared, Fi-god has already rushed into Stickers battleteams base. Now Seer has given up the topne, clicking on the recall button, preparing for ast minute salvage. Qing Tian: Yet Yao did not head towards the topne, but secretly pushed down thest two turrets at the topne, while the remaining five yers are in a tangled fight, seems like hes intending to meet his teammates at Stickers base. As Ji Zhiyao was destroying thest turret, he heard Mo Huaifeng ask through the ear-mic, How much left? Ji Zhiyao: Ill be done right away. Heng: Their midner just died, Captain and I will try to bring the remaining two away, you push the crystal directly. Ji Zhiyao: OK, Ill be there immediately. Ji Zhiyao destroyed thest turret, at this time only Mo Huaifeng, Heng and Seer was left at Stickers base, and all three were left with trifles of health. Ji Zhiyao did not bother about them, instead rushed towards Stickers crystal as his minions arrived, striking wildly at thest wave of super minions spawned from Stickers crystal. As he wiped out the super minions and the system announced Heng and Mo Huaifengs deaths in session, Ji Zhiyao happened to just be starting to attack their opponents crystal, but heard Mo Huaifeng say with annoyance then, Seer bought Guardian Angel [1. An equipment with the ability to revive.], NoHomo, return to the fountain first, well wait for the next wave. Ji Zhiyao nced abruptly to the side, realizing that Seer wasing closer and closer to him. During such a moment, Ji Zhiyao was instead even calmer. His hand did not stop moving, the white assassin continuously striking at Stickers crystal. Thest second before Seer arrived... Stickers Battleteams crystal broke into pieces. Mix Battleteam, victorious! Ji Zhiyao inhaled deeply as he wiped the sweat off his forehead. Then he lifted his hand and shared a high-five with Heng as they said, cool bro~ Mo Huaifeng lifted the corner of his lips, appearing to be in a good mood, but also seeming slightly upset. I told you to return to the fountain, why didnt you move? Ji Zhiyao replied with an obedient expression, I calcted the time and the rate at which the crystal was being destroyed and felt that I could probably destroy it in time. Even if I couldnt, we could try again after. Anyway we have a considerable advantage. Mo Huaifeng: Heh? Ji Zhiyao: I guarantee that I will obeymands next time. Heng: Lets wait till we return to the waiting room if you want to lecture, the opponent is still waiting to shake hands. Ji Zhiyao sent a look of approval towards Heng. With Hengs reminder, Mo Huaifeng finally lifted his noble butt from the chair,zily following behind Ji Zhiyao and Heng, to go shake hands with the three yers opposite. As his seat was on the outside, Ji Zhiyao walked right at the front, before they bowed, he wiped off the light sheen of perspiration on his palm, before he shook hands with the opponents. Then it came to thest person, Stickers midner, Ji Zhiyao heard him say, Youve improved again since the performance tournament tour, Im very happy that I could be your opponent. Ji Zhiyao hurried replied thank you, and added, This is my honor. At the end of the ceremony, both teams left the stage separately, walking towards the participants passageway on both sides. Before he entered the passageway, Ji Zhiyao caught someone shouting Mix.Yao below, regardless of whether they could see, he smiled at the audience, then entered the passageway. Heng rotated his wrist, discussing while walking, Captain, let Xiaofei go on for the next match, I need a break. If I y for three consecutive matches, Im afraid my condition wont hold up. Mo Huaifeng nodded. Ill tell him in a while. Heng turned, then squeezed Ji Zhiyaos shoulder, How is it, isnt the feeling ofpeting very amazing? Ji Zhiyao nodded fervently. For some reason, after winning this 3v3 that was worth only 3 points, he felt even better than consecutively winning four to five training tournaments. Arriving at the end of the passageway, they walked into their waiting room. Mo Huaifeng sat down, twisted open a bottle of mineral water, drank a mouthful, then said, Next match, Xiaofei and Xiao are up, prepare yourselves. Xiaofei was evidently a little dazed. Xiao said an okay, and began to put on his wrist guard, rotating his joints around. Heng took Xiaofei aside, and muttered some words to him, Xiaofei nodded like a chicken pecking at rice. At the end Heng patted Xiaofeis shoulders, saying. Go on young man, a bunch of muggles are seated there waiting for you to bash them in. Yet the effect of this constion was unapparent, Xiaofei almost bawled out loud. 20 minutes of break time passed by very quickly, whenmentator Nian Nian announced that participants could go on stage, Mo Huaifeng stood up and said sinctly, Lets go. K, Nuo, Xiaofei and Xiao stood up in session, Ji Zhiyao waved at them, then looked towards Mo Huaifeng saying, Captain, all the best to you guys! Mo Huaifengs lips lifted slightly and he nodded. Ji Zhiyao sat back into the sofa, paying attention to the screen at the front with Heng, Yuan Wei and the stats analyzer. The five people from Mix Battleteam appeared very quickly, and sat into their seats. The camera was stirring things, it made a circle around the five of them and stopped the longest at Mo Huaifengs face, a handsome face that looked perfectly from 360 all around stayed on the LCD screen for a good six seconds. The cameraman has really good taste. Im not being boastful, but not mentioning the eSports scene, even in other industries its very difficult to find visual like our team. If put out there you guys will be Chinas most popr boy group in less than a minute. Yuan Wei pped, touching his jaw as if in deep thought. After the national qualifiers end, Ill get advertisement work for you guys to have some fun. Heng raised his hand. Im calling dibs on one with no lines, the kind that with just a turn of my head I can tease millions of young girls hearts. Ji Zhiyaos expression instantly turned curious. You want to do the Bawang hair loss shampoo advertisement? The stats analyzer was greatly amused by the both of them, heughed for a while and when he saw the words match begin on the screen, he quickly reminded, Herees the game. The match had indeed officially began, the twomentators were talking away. Chapter 159

    Chapter 159: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Qing Tian: Right now on Mixs side we have reserve Xiaofei as midner, starter Xiao as jungler. I remember the first time I saw Mixs official Weibo announcing that Xiao was recovering from an injury, I was almost shocked to death. But in slightly more than half a years time, Xiao has made aeback and ispeting again. And earlier weve just seen his reserve Yao, also very capable. It may be said that Mix Battleteam is at the peak of their abilities. Nian Nian: I feel that doesnt sound right. Mix has never imed to have a peak period, its merely that their capabilities are ever-growing. As the incessant superfluous words from the twomentators on stage flowed into his ears, Ji Zhiyao focused his attention on the screen. There was nothing to worry about with Xiao jungling, he was mainly watching Xiaofei and Stickers Battleteams jungler. Yet Xiaofei seemed like he had suddenly eaten Popeyes spinach. Though he was all jittery before, it was as if he using hacks on stage. Knowing that his skills werent enough for a single-handed kill, he directly chose to defend hisne while developing cowardly, suddenly it seemed as if there was a fourth turret added in the middlene. Then Ji Zhiyao looked towards the opposing jungler. Both his motility and cooperation with the battleteam were up there, but his handling was really average, losing a bar of health after taking a blue buff, nothing to be feared. Top and bottomnes were still as stable as a mountain. Mo Huaifeng stole a creep from Xiao, Ji Zhiyao clearly saw Xiao indignantly saying something when the camera swept past him... Yet when Mo Huaifeng leveled up from the creep, he teamed up with Nuo right away, taking the head of Stickers topner who had yet to develop. Ji Zhiyao felt that there was no need to watch on anymore. ncing left and right, he found that he wasnt the only one distracted and not wanting to continue watching the game. Heng was leaning and dozing off on the cushion on the sofa, the stats analyzer was holding a pen and doing calctions on his notebook, Yuan Wei was ying with his phone, a trace of a sleazy smile hanging on his face... Ji Zhiyao tugged at the corner of his lips as he leaned back, closing his eyes for a rest. Yet resting with his eyes closed gradually became a totally different thing, unsure of how, he fell asleep, when he woke up once again, it was from Nuos shaking. Ji Zhiyao opened his eyes with a confused look and found Nuos palm only a few inches away from his face, as if in the next second, this palm would bending on this face. Seeing him open his eyes, Nuo swiftly pulled back his hand, andmented with a look of admiration, NoHomo youre amazing, this is my first time personally seeing anyone being able to fall asleep during the national qualifiers when his own team ispeting. Ji Zhiyao wiped his face, then pointed to Heng. Heng defended himself. ... Yet I did not fall asleep. At first I thought you were closing your eyes and resting like me, in the end your eyes were still closed even after Captain and the rest had returned. I woke up a little too early today. Mo Huaifeng chimed in, 9:40AM, indeed early enough. Ji Zhiyao shook his head back and forth, drinking another few mouthfuls of water after feeling more awake beforepletely sobering up. His voice was still slightly hoarse from just waking up. Am I going on for the next match? Heng questioned, If you arent, are you still thinking of sleeping a while more? I might consider. Then Im very sorry, just now Captain said that both of us are up for the next match. Ji Zhiyao instinctively looked towards Mo Huaifeng, realizing that he did not refute it, and hence made a tsk sound, feeling very regretful. When the break ended, they returned on stage. He did not know if it was a problem with his own ears, but Ji Zhiyao somehow felt that the cheers from the audience for this round were much louder than those for the 3v3. They sat down in the arrangements of topner, midner, jungler, support, ADC like how they do at the base and put on their ear-mics. Before selecting their champions, Ji Zhiyao saw Stickers captain speaking for a long time into the ear-mic, and the remaining four members nodded firmly in response, he suddenly had a not-so pleasant premonition. Hence when it came to picking their champions, he said, Ill take a conservative one for this round, jungling and roaming the threenes, whoever needs someone just call me. His teammates already had some understanding towards his certain ability to foresee things in a game, Heng asked with a smile, Why, feeling something amiss again? Ji Zhiyao frowned and replied, Not sure. I just saw the opposite all listening to their captain speak, the things that he is saying at this time with a wholly solemn expression cannot be aedy act yeah? Mo Huaifeng pondered for a moment and said, Both K and Nuo change to tank champions, lest they gang up on any of thenes. Thus they adjusted the champions they picked and prepared to y. The match began, Ji Zhiyao plunged into the jungle. He first killed a few creeps, then found a bush and groped around all the way till the middlene and hid there. Presumably waiting till Stickers midner appeared and he and Heng tested each other while beginning to clear the minions, Ji Zhiyao thought that he had misjudged and was about to return to the jungle to continue jungling when Stickers jungler suddenly crept unexpectedly into the bush beside him, his movements extremely hidden. If it wasnt because Ji Zhiyao did not blink, he might not have caught that. The opposite jungler was hiding face-to-face with him yet could not sense his presence, there was a trace of subtlety in this feeling. Ji Zhiyao: Heng, you retreat, the opponents jungler is now beside me. If I havent guessed wrongly, theres one more hiding in the other bush. Heng: What the f*ck? They might be thinking to gank the middlene. NoHomo, are you okay hiding there on your own? Ji Zhiyao: Ill engage him first,ter on when someone appears from the bush then you cane over. Ke here too, theres also a midner behind the defense turret. K: OK. Heng: Alright. Who doesnt know how to pretend. Seeing Little Short Legs the mage retreat into the turret, Ji Zhiyao threw an ability onto Stickers jungler, stunning then started using his auto-attacks, saving his abilities. Stickers support hidden in the other bush had yet to react, his jungler was already left with a bar of health. Stickers support and midner rushed over at once, Ji Zhiyao moved swiftly, while calling out, Heng, K, Im about to get killed by these three bastards. K: Already at the turret, can you see me? Heng: Right away, right away, calm down. Suddenly two more devious people who attacked from the back appeared behind them. Heng and K worked with Ji Zhiyao to eliminate the jungler, then killed the support, the midner escaped with a trifle of health back to his turret. K: Damn it! Was it easy for me toe all the way from the topne? Both of you took a kill, not even leaving any scraps for me. Heng: Well you werent fast enough to snatch it. You can have the minions gold at the middlene, bestowing you a bite of food. K: Okay, thank you daddy. Ji Zhiyao returned back to jungle extremely well geared-up , continuing to develop peacefully. He guessed that because Mo Huaifeng was at the bottomne, most people wouldnt dare dream of pushing thene, so it could only be top and middlenes that might be ganked on. Hence he first cleared the right jungle, took the little dragon with Mo Huaifengs help, then plunged into the left side, observing the mini map as he jungled. Heng returned all pleased to the back of the turret, waiting for the third wave of minions. Yet following behind them was three yers, the opposing midner, jungler and topner, Hengs jaw was about to drop from shock. Are they seeing me as the breach? Ji Zhiyao chuckled at his misfortune. It seems so. Heng: Damn it NoHomo stopughing! If you dont get here, I wont give you the daddy blue in the next round even if I die. Ji Zhiyao: Captain, keep your eyes on this side. Prepare to escort at all times. Nuo: No, have you guys considered that theres still this lonely, weak, pitiful and helpless person? Captain obviously exists for the sake of protecting my existence. Mo Huaifeng: What am I protecting you for? Protecting you to gift the enemy kills or turrets? Nuo: You are insulting my character. Mo Huaifeng: What character is there to speak about for a support who almost snatched the ADCs red buff in the previous match? Heng: Quickly wake the f*ck up! Im already being blocked right at the door, yet all of you are still messing around and not bothering about me! Ji Zhiyao: Stop rushing me, arent I here now? Heng stayed below the defense turret, shivering while focusing on the three people blocking the way in the middlene. When Ji Zhiyao shifted into the bushes closer to the turret, did Heng appear following behind the minions line, going forth to cling on to Stickers midner. Seeing the remaining two opponents swarm forward after their midner was attacked by Heng, and was increasingly nearing the turret, Ji Zhiyao calcted the distance and as they were approaching a certain point, rushed out and released his ultimate ability, both the topner and midner were pushed into the turret at once. Heng: Nicely done! This bunch of rascals, really took it that their grandfather had no way of dealing with them! Heng smiled grimly, a stunning ability aimed perfectly at the two little rascals under the turret, keeping them locked in ce, till they were left with thest trifle of health. Heng then used auto-attack and finished them off before the turret did. K: That was too insidious. Ji Zhiyao: Damn it, noob Heng, theres still one more person alright? This topner is too tanky, Im about to be pushed to the opposite. Heng: Captain release your arrow! I have no more health left. Ji Zhiyao: I feel slightly aggrieved and hurt. As Ji Zhiyao worked hard to free himself from the topners stun, an arrow came flying from the bottomne, Stickers topner fell to the ground. Mo Huaifeng: The bottomne is about to push through,e here directly. Hence the remaining people who were wandering about all arrived at the bottomne where there was only onest Stickers turret left. This round of victory hade easier than imagined. After the results were announced to be valid, five of them left the stage and returned to the waiting room, Ji Zhiyao and Heng copsed right away on the sofa. There was one match left, but it wasnt their business anymore. K swung his arm, his tone noticeably filled with some sense of envy, jealousy and despise as he appealed, Captain, I also want to have a reserve. Nuo followed, Me too... Mo Huaifeng gave his evaluation very quickly. Shameful. K and Nuo met eyes. They were waiting for the fifth round when a girl with a staff pass around her neck knocked on the door and said, Hello Mix Battleteam, I am one of the staff. Stickers Battleteam has chosen to admit defeat directly for the fifth round, may I know if you have any questions? If not, we would be announcing it as such, Mix will be advancing with a full 20 points. Yuan Wei exchanged a look with Mo Huaifeng, then replied, We do not have any questions, thank you. When the staff member left, Yuan Weimented, Didnt expect that there would be someone admitting defeat at the opening round. Thats the end of today, do you guys want to stay here or return to the base? Everyone chose to return to base, hence after thementator announced Mixs result, they left through the back door and boarded the van. Since the national qualifiers officially opened,petitions were held only on each weekend. This meant that, Mix Battleteam could take a break for the entire week toe. They arrived back at the base in the van. Once they were indoors Nuo began grumbling that he was hungry, Ji Zhiyao was speechless. You just had two bowls of rice during lunch and its gone after ying two rounds of game? Nuo was confident in his reply, Yes! Mo Huaifeng dropped his jacket, instructing with an indolent tone, Day off today, no training, but do not get into trouble. At once cheers and shouts of joy sounded through the base as they began to form groups to head out to rx. Nuo grabbed Xiaofei and Xiao, intending to go out for a meal, K and Heng agreed on a bar... Heng very kindly suggested bringing Ji Zhiyao out to experience a bar but before Ji Zhiyao could speak, Mo Huaifeng was already rejecting on his behalf, No. Heng questioned, Why? Captain, NoHomo is already of age, time for him to see the world! Its not any lewd ce, just a total of half an hour away from our base, very safe, you know that. Ji Zhiyao looked towards Mo Huaifeng, from this tone, it seemed like he used to visit the ce very often. Mo Huaifeng remained unmoved. Being young, he would have poor control, if you lead him astray, what will he do about thepetition next week? Heng instantly gazed sympathetically at Ji Zhiyao. But Ji Zhiyao didnt think it was anything much and also did not have the desire to go, hence he said, You guys go have fun, Ill have dinner with Captain tonight. Heng nodded. If theres anything fun, Ill tell you about it when Ie back. Thanks man. Ji Zhiyao then went upstairs and took a shower. When he had blow-dried his hair and came downstairs, the entire base was only left with Mo Huaifeng sitting on the sofa by himself ying with his phone. Theyve all left? So fast? Ji Zhiyao asked as he walked over. Mo Huaifeng looked at him, nodding. What a pity. What a pity? You want to go to the bar with Heng? Not that. Im finding it a pity that Ive had to dig out your dark history from Hengs mouth. Theres no dark history. No hard-drinking, not a chain smoker, dont flirt with girls, dont sleep with fans,pletely clean. Your life is so uninteresting. Mo Huaifeng was stumped. Ji Zhiyao teased Mo Huaifeng, then picked up his phone and started to scroll Tieba. What he was reading was naturally posts on todays qualifiers. Among them, Ji Zhiyao very satisfactorily found that there were many about himself. [Seriously speaking, who said Yao was apletely incapable yer who got to his position with the help of a backer. Just this standard of handling and acting skills, hes definitely not inferior to Xiao. If I was their captain, I would be willing to keep him in the team regardless of all the rumors of him having a backer too.] [Those people who were looking forward to Mix falling, how does it feel to be eating your own words? Does it hurt?] [Ive long said that my melons standard certainly isnt as poor as the haters im, those who hate for the sake of hating, you guys might be out of job soon xoxo.] [Ive watched three seasons of national qualifiers, objectively speaking, this standard is considered above average.] [I feel like an arrow suddenly shot into my heart when I saw the little brother ying so seriously, suddenly became a fan. Mix is indeed still in their invincible state.] Of course, there were still many people who maintained a hateful attitude towards him. [Its just an opening game. If they could even lose apetition of such standards, then this previous champion can directly jump into the Huangpu River. Chapter 160

    Chapter 160: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios [Against Stickers, even if there was no jungler, Mix would be bagging the win all the same alright?] [So? Isnt he still a trash. I hope Xiao-god guards his starting position well, dont be cheated out by a certain maniptive b*tch.] ... There were all sorts of posts saying all sorts of things, Ji Zhiyao let it past after browsing briefly. He then scrolled Weibo for a while, feeling absolutely bored, but did not want to game at the same time. Mo Huaifeng caught his restless and agonized manner and asked with a frown, Whats with you? So bored, I really want to turn on my livestream and chat. Go ahead. Im not stopping you. Ji Zhiyao turned even more disconste. Damn it! I just won half of an opening game today, who do you think would believe that Im turning on my livestream because Im bored? Mo Huaifeng pondered for a moment, then brought out his phone, drafted a Weibo post, send. At the same time when he sessfully posted, Ji Zhiyaos phone sounded with a ding dong notification, it was the sound of a post notification. Ji Zhiyao picked it up once more and found that Captain who was sitting leisurely opposite him had published a new post seconds ago. [Mix.FiV: Start a livestream?] Three words, one punctuation mark, a post that couldnt get any shorter. While others had yet to discover, Ji Zhiyao snatched away the firstment, then looked up with a grateful expression. Captain, you really treat me so well. d you know. You must keep it etched in your heart. When I grow up, I will definitely repay your kindness of upbringing. How old would that be? Captain, youre talking dirty to me! Tsk. Mo Huaifeng downloaded the app by Cateye Livestream who works with Mix Battleteam, then created a livestream room and updated the room code with another Weibo post. In less than ten minutes, the number of people in the livestream room had already exceeded twenty thousand. Ji Zhiyao watched with wide eyes. Then Mo Huaifeng casually found a stand, ced his phone on it, then leaned back, his tonex as he said, A little bored after thepetition, decided to livestream. Thements were so wild that Mo Huaifengs face on the screen almost wasnt visible anymore. Mo Huaifeng frowned, seeming slightly annoyed. Speak properly, dont spam. With that, he gestured in Ji Zhiyaos direction. NoHomoe here. Ji Zhiyao stood up with a confused expression, then walked over to Mo Huaifengs side and sat down. See what theyre asking, give some replies as you wish. Mo Huaifeng then turned towards the screen. Im not in the mood to talk, hell do it for me. Ji Zhiyao was stunned, then the corner of his lips slowly lifted. This way he would be able to chat, yet wouldnt be criticized, was it so? Captain really... [God damn it Fi-god what kind of devil are you? LOL livestreaming once in several hundred years and you still have to get an acting host?] [What the f*ck, these two peoples godly looks! Want to enjoy it forever!] [Bursting into tears! Today is a day where we get sweet interactions! Windy girls will not admit defeat!!] [Fi-god I love you I want to have your children ahhhh!] [Even if these two people sit there without talking, I would still be able to quietly watch them for an entire day.] [Am I the only one who noticed that melonrind smiled? The very resigned very indulging kind. My heart.] Windy girls? Ji Zhiyao had yet to speak, but Mo Huaifeng seemed to have caught something interesting as he sat upright and asked, What are windy girls? [Fi you bumpkin [pleased] you dont even know about windy!] [Windy girls are of course the couple fans of you and melonrind! ! LOL actually I am a monsoon 1 girl.] [Can the couple fans stop spamming? We just want to quietly watch Fi-god livestream, can all of you stop trying to rub off such poprity?] [Screenshot screenshot screenshot! Every single scene with both of you in one scene are sweet memories that I am going to enjoy next time!] Windy and monsoon, these two names, which one do you like? Mo Huaifeng suddenly turned his head and asked with a serious look. Ji Zhiyao was first dazed by being questioned, then thought carefully for a moment before saying with all the overwhelmingments rushing in, Windy. I think windy is not bad. [Windy gets a point!] [Flying the big g of the windy doctrine up high from now! I voluntarily devote my all my life to the windy doctrine! Windy girls, lets go! ! !] [Why didnt you pick monsoon, youre heartless and unreasonable!] Mo Huaifeng took a look at thement and said, I am asking on behalf of the great masses of fans, the reason why you chose windy and not monsoon. Isnt there a saying known as facing the sweeping winds? Doesnt it sound like facing the both of us? That it does seem a little. But doesnt this mean that we are being recognized by the masses? Yet what I cannot understand is, the both of us obviously look so handsome, why must such a painful tone be used when facing us Makes sense, next question. [HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA spouting rubbish in all seriousness! Are you trying to make me dieughing, then inherit my Ant Credit Pay?] [Admit it, youre not as good looking as you imagine yourself to be!] [Here to watch Fi-god but became a fan of Yao.] [Why are there only the two of you in this livestream? Where are the others at the base?] Ji Zhiyao shared eye contact with Mo Huaifeng, Mo Huaifeng signaled with his lips: you can answer such a boring question. Those who ought to eat went to eat, those who ought to go have fun went to have fun. The entire base is only left with Captain and I, two lonely elderly men, we feel aggrieved, but we dont say it. Ji Zhiyao acted as if things were especially like he had said. Actually someone did invite me at first, but Captain wanted to keep me in the base to apany him, out of pressure from Captains power, they had no alternative but to abandon me. The ending sound of hisst word just fell and Ji Zhiyaos neck was already held between two fingers of Mo Huaifeng, his voice sounded in a cold tone beside his ear. Repeat that? They invited me out to y, but I rejected them on my own ord. How could I leave our brilliant, valiant, kind, impartial Captain alone at the base, what will we do if he gets kidnapped by any chance? Mo Huaifeng responded, Heh. [F*ck my mum is asking why Imughing with tears flowing.] [Turns out the holding my fate by my neck emotive originated from here.] [All men are yers.] [Stop joking melonrind, who would dare to kidnap your Captain. He gives off free air-conditioning everyday in all weather continuously, in Summer if you stay beside him you definitely wont need to turn on your air-conditioner.] Ji Zhiyao was especially tempted to praise the owner of thisment for his great taste, however with a re from Mo Huaifeng, he instantly became obedient, pretending as if he had not seen anything at all. Mo Huaifeng defended himself. Actually to the people around me, Im always as warm as Spring. Ji Zhiyao nodded fervently. [Survival instincts is making me nod my head.] [Survival instincts is making me nod my head. +1] [+10086] Mo Huaifengughed coldly. Is no one believing the truth? Exactly, how could all of you be like this?! Ji Zhiyao found an opportunity and chimed in. No one knows better than, what kind of person Captain is! He definitely isnt any good person! In a sea of ? ? ?, Ji Zhiyao had very prophetically leapt two meters away, then said, Captain, you saw, its all because they forced me. Get over here. No! Come here. Hence Ji Zhiyao dawdled over, his steps virtually slower than a little wife with bound feet. Mo Huaifeng was virtually amused in anger upon seeing this sight. Here he was putting up a pretense now, why wasnt he the least bit shy when he was being mischievous earlier? Before Ji Zhiyao reached his side, Mo Huaifeng turned off the livestream after leaving a line something came up well chat next time, then stared at Ji Zhiyao with an ambiguous half smile. Ji Zhiyao spoke first, Um... Hm? Ji Zhiyao decisively gave in to his fear. Captain I was wrong, you are a good person, yet I still vilified you like this. Mo Huaifeng gestured towards him once more, with a slight smile. Slightly closer. Ji Zhiyao unwillingly walked till he was behind Mo Huaifeng, only the distance of the back of the sofa between them. Mo Huaifengs lips twitched, then he grabbed the bottom of Ji Zhiyaos shirt and pulled. Ji Zhiyao was caught off guard and pull downwards, then his bottom lip was harshly bitten down on. How violent! Why was Captain being like a little dog! That bite definitely drew blood! These three thoughts shed by, yet certain nerves in his brain suddenly became keyed up. Ji Zhiyao obeyed those senseless desires, biting back at once. Up till the light scent of iron floated into his eyes, did Ji Zhiyao release his teeth. Under the light in the room, he looked at Mo Huaifengs lips, there were very deep teeth marks on his bottom lip, the skin already broken. He conscientiously admitted his fault, Hurts yeah? I should not have bitten you. With a swipe of his finger, Mo Huaifeng saw the blood and frowned slightly, before looking up and saying, Actually its nothing much. Youre really too... I just dont know how to exin it to themter. Ji Zhiyao stood with a lost look. A few secondster, he came to his senses and grumbled with an upset expression, as if he had tasted sh*t, Damn it damn it, why didnt you remind me when I was about to bite you? Mo Huaifeng smirked coldly. How was I supposed to? No Sir dont do that or only kissing no biting? Ji Zhiyao went silent, after a while, he appeared as if had made a grave decision. Lets go, Ill treat you to hotpot! A few hourster. Nuo walked circle after circle around the abnormally obedient Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng who were seated on the sofa. How odd, just which hotpot ce was so spicy that it made you guys this way? Those lips of Captain, if I didnt know that he had bitten himself to bear with the spiciness, I wouldve thought that he has a girl out there. Ji Zhiyaos heart pounded, then reached out and held onto the restless Mo Huaifeng who seemed like he really wanted to talk and replied, Actually I thought the same way too. But I was with Captain the entire afternoon, so it eliminates that possibility. Mo Huaifeng was stumped. Nuo sighed. So, fortunately we have you looking after the house, thats why those demons and monsters coveting our Captain dont dare toe close. Mm mm mm! Ji Zhiyao nodded energetically, praise me, Im very good written all over his face. Mo Huaifeng went quiet. Before today, he had never recognized that his boyfriend was so good at distorting facts. Now it could be considered that he had learned something new. Mo Huaifeng used his eyes to remind Nuo: The one who was stealing what was entrusted to his care was Ji Zhiyao himself, you should stop praising him. Yet Nuos response to that was, Captain, I know youre upset. But havent we once agreed together to dedicate our youth to the international leagues trophy? You cannot go back on your words! The others concurred, Yeah yeah! Mo Huaifeng was stumped. Damn it, a bunch of idiots. Mo Huaifeng simply ignored them,zily dragging his slippers into the training room, the air of displeasure wrecking havoc all around him. Ji Zhiyao could sense it even as he remained seated in the living room. He came up with a reason and abandoned his revolutionaryrade Nuo, then obediently followed into the training room. He then sat by Mo Huaifengs side, asking, Captain, why are you upset? Mo Huaifeng replied aloofly, Im not. I realized that not just women, even men are especially fond of saying yes and meaning. You obviously dont look happy When can we go public? Ji Zhiyao was dazed, he thought that he had heard wrong, and thus asked again, What? Mo Huaifeng lifted his eyes, his gaze gradually deepening as he kept quiet for a few seconds before he said, Im feeling a little impatient. Ji Zhiyao suddenly floundered, his ears slightly red. Um, actually I want to go public too, saves me from having a bunch of people squealing and calling you hubby, even wanting to have your babies, but its not the time now, you know that. Mm. His expression was still listless. Alright, cheer up. Mo Huaifeng grumbled, Do you know what you sound like right now? A jerk who doesnt take responsibility after flirting. With a quick nce, all that was in Ji Zhiyaos vision was Mo Huaifengs scabbing thin lips, and he suddenly felt a wave a guilt wash over him. Seems like... It was really like that. Ji Zhiyao created a room in the game and invited Mo Huaifeng to y with him. The two yed till past 9PM, the others who were in the living room entered the training room in session. Ji Zhiyao pulled off his ear-mic and asked curiously, Didnt Captain say that we dont have to train today? Why are all of you so conscientious? Nuo ranted, You think I want to? Scrolled my phone till my eyes hurt yet not knowing what else I should do, other than our phones as entertainment for us professional yers, we only have game left in our life. Heng added, And supper. Suddenly feeling a little hungry. Ji Zhiyao suddenly came up with an idea. Just in time Captain and I are tired from ying, we were nning on going out for a walk. You guys y here, wait for us to bring supper back. Mo Huaifeng looked at and squinted at him, Ji Zhiyao threw him a meaningful nce, such a good chance to secretly sneak out for a date, so hard toe by. Mo Huaifeng involuntarily lifted the corner of his lips and made an mm sound, extremely cooperative. K teased, What the f*ck, NoHomo changed for the better today? Being so nice? Am I not this considerate usually? Forget it, you guys can starve. Nuo scrambled to grab his arm. Dont! Young hero hold your steps! The one who dissed you was K, it has nothing to do with us at all. I want to have barbecued meat. Xiao quickly joined in. Second that, extra chili. Heng too. Second that. Xiaofei was thest. Second that. K was left in his own pool of tears. I was wrong, I really was wrong. Intentionally ignoring K who was whining away looking all gloomy, as if he had been possessed by Mistress Xianglin 1 , Ji Zhiyao held Mo Huaifengs arm and left the training room. Once out the door, they met Yuan Wei head-on. Yuan Wei covered his eyes, evidently not too willing to look at this couple who loved to PDA in front of him, yet his eyes still unavoidably caught the tiny wound on Mo Huaifengs mouth and Ji Zhiyaos red and swollen lips. Chapter 161

    Chapter 161: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Unlike the bunch of slow-witted rascals in the training room, Yuan Wei immediately guessed what had happened. At once his fingers trembled, even unable to speak coherently. ... Can you guys control yourselves a little? Mo Huaifeng ced both hands in his pockets and said calmly, He bit me first. Ji Zhiyao was extremely embarrassed. Yes, thats right, what will you do with me? You did such polluting things that will incur the wrath of all gods and men at the base and you still think youre reasonable? Ji Zhiyao stared innocently at him. Ive already done it. Yuan Wei indicated that he wasnt too willing to continue talking to them, however when he saw the cardigan on Mo Huaifeng, he could not help but ask again, You guys heading out? Ji Zhiyao shot back, Yes, finding a ce to do some indescribable things. Damn it! He turned towards Mo Huaifeng, hoping that his Captain could rein in this bewitching concubine who was bringing cmity to the country and the people. However, he clearly saw indulgence sh through Mo Huaifengs eyes. Everything went ck at once for Yuan Wei. Gritting his teeth, he roared in a low voice, May I trouble the both of you to wear your caps and masks when you head out together! Dont let me see whether on Tieba, Weibo, in the replies orments, see any of your names appear! Ji Zhiyao curtsied elegantly. Noted, mammy Yuan. Without waiting for Yuan Wei to say anything more, the two rushed directly towards the door of the vi, not forgetting to grab the caps left in the living room midway. The grievance in Yuan Weis heart eased up significantly, he sighed bitterly and entered the training room. ... Ji Zhiyao actually wasnt a great fan of going out for walks, inparison, he preferred to sprawl outfortably on the sofa at the base. But if there was a Mo Huaifeng beside, this dislike would immediately be a like. Though Mo Huaifeng did not say it, Ji Zhiyao happily took his silence as implying that he actually thought the same way too. Tonights moonlight was very beautiful. The base was not too far from a famous riverside attraction in S City, the night wind was perfect now, hence Ji Zhiyao suggested, Lets go for a stroll by the riverside, the wind now is great, it should be veryfortable there. To Mo Huaifeng, as long as it was with Ji Zhiyao, it did not matter where they went, even if it was just sitting down at a random spot, he would still feel very at ease. Thus he nodded, giving his tacit approval. Walking there would take around a little more than ten minutes. Both of them walked along the mule path towards the riverside. Ji Zhiyao suddenly asked, Captain, have you ever thought about what you are going to do if you retire in the future? Retire? Mo Huaifeng looked towards Ji Zhiyao. Ji Zhiyao nodded. Yeah. I think about it once in a while, other than eSports, it seems I can still dow, or be a spare-time broadcaster. But youre different, other than eSports, it doesnt seem like there are any other things that you are especially fond of. With that, Ji Zhiyao gazed quietly at Mo Huaifeng, awaiting his reply. The moonlight was a little faint, he was barely able to see Mo Huaifengs eyes clearly. They were very bright, like Mo Huaifeng, they had a unique charm. Ji Zhiyao suddenly felt the impulse of wanting to act indecently. Mo Huaifeng deliberated seriously, then said, After retirement, I probably will return to inherit the family property. ... He was still too young. Just said whatever came into my head. Mo Huaifengs lips curved slightly. If I retire, I will probably stay in Mix to be a coach, or manage the club, promote eSports in another manner. Indeed, there arent many things that I like, those that I will persist upon, are probably only eSports and you. There was a moment when Ji Zhiyaos mind went nk. Then he stopped in his steps, calling out solemnly, Captain. Mo Huaifeng responded very joyfully, as if already expecting Ji Zhiyao to be touched at heart. The unexpected flirting, left me bowing. Youre trying to seduce me into throwing myself into your arms while I wasnt paying attention. Crafty, too crafty. Mo Huaifengs expression flipped. Though it couldnt be seen too clearly, his expression became darker and darker without a qualm. Staying silent for a few seconds, Mo Huaifeng said, Youre really mischievous. Passable, passable, lets be more humble. As they spoke, theyd unknowingly arrived at the riverside. Because it was gradually gettingte, there werent many people enjoying the cool here. Ji Zhiyao leaned on his arms on the railing, feelingfortable all over. Mo Huaifeng squinted with him, looking out at the ripples in the river. After some time, Ji Zhiyao said, Captain, do you know what DiamondJ did after retiring? Bought the shares of some small clubs, helps to train battleteams from time to time. Mo Huaifeng paused then asked, Why are you suddenly asking about him? Just curious. Mo Huaifeng remained silent, his voice much softer when he spoke again. You still have a long way to go. Ji Zhiyaos smile reached his eyes, but he did not speak. They enjoyed the night winds for another short while, Ji Zhiyao pulled out his phone and took a nce. Its already 10:30PM, lets go back. I reckon theyve already gone mad waiting for supper. Mo Huaifeng frowned, obviously wanting to spend more time together alone. They wont starve for a few hours. In this period of time theyve be fat beyond recognition. ughtering can only be done after fattening the cattle up. Mo Huaifeng was stumped. Lets go, welle out again when we have time in the future. Ji Zhiyao grinned as he hung his arm around Mo Huaifengs shoulder and forcefully dragged him away. On the way back, the little barbecue stall that their battleteam loved the most was still open. Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng walked in and ordered a pile of takeaway barbecued skewers for the few people grumbling that they were starving in the group chat. When they returned to the vi, the few people in the living room who were starving till their eyes were unfocused rushed out upon catching the aroma. Hengined that it was scalding while grabbing the food. Captain, NoHomo, why are you guys only back now? The few of us were going mad with hunger. Ji Zhiyao repliedzily, Youre already lucky to get food, if you continue b*tching I wont bring anything back next time. Nuo chewed on a chicken wing as he said slightly questioningly, Do you guys feel that NoHomos tone sounded especially like Captain? Xiao agreed, Yes yes yes! I was feeling that there was something amiss, turns out my son has been led astray by Captain. Ji Zhiyao retorted, One is marked by thepany one keeps. ncing towards Mo Huaifengs unkind expression, Ji Zhiyao added on in his own words, Even if Ive been led astray, its by all of you. There are five of you and only one of Captain! Nuo blinked quickly. This could be calcted like this? Heng chimed in, It is indeed so in numbers, but in terms of the level were at, all five of us cannot evenpare with Captain. Mo Huaifengughed coldly, as if he was about to spit out some verse of the day that would cause them to choke to death in the next second. K caught the sight and hastily remedied the situation. Dig in all of you, no one is allowed to talk! ... Training time the next day began at 12:30PM. Ji Zhiyao woke up at 11 and headed downstairs half-awake, seeing that it was only Xiaofei and the stats analyzer in the training room. He raised his hand and greeted them, then stretched himself before asking, Why arent any of theming? Xiaofei replied, They yed together till 1AMst night, theyre probably not up yet. Wasnt it an off day? Each of them working so hard, I feel like Ive been lied to. Ji Zhiyao thought of himself who was already out on his bed like a dead pig at 12 midnight, suddenly feeling some form of guilt. The stats analyzerughed and said, Were in group B, so the uing five rounds ofpetition would be against the winners from group A. The few battleteams that advanced yesterday, Ive already sorted out a set of materials on theputer, Tall Boots, Wan Ning, Skitters, LA, Nx. The hardest to tackle would be Tall Boots, but you guys have never met LA, so you might want to study their videos beforehand. Xiaofei nodded. Well check it out by ourselves first. Sure, the rest can handle it themselves when theyre up. Ji Zhiyao raised a question then. I dont think the format of the advancement rounds would be the same as the opening rounds? I saw a video from the previous qualifiers, there werent any 1v1 and 3v3 matches in the advancement rounds. The stats analyzer nodded in agreement. Thats right. That was also a point I was going to make; there are only three matches of 5v5 in the advancement round, each match worth five points, to add up with the total points from the opening round. Alright, got it. Calcted so, if Xiao and him took turns for each match, he would be able to y at least one match against each battleteam. As a reserve, it was enough for him. Ji Zhiyao turned on hisputer and first downloaded all the materials given by the stats analyzer from the cloud. During their performance tournament tour, he had yed against both Wan Ning and Nx, and had witnessed Skitters style of ying too. That left him with only Tall Boots and LA, whom he wasnt certain about. Ji Zhiyao first opened LAs file, and loaded one of the videos, put on his ear-mics and watched in seriously from the start till the end. At the end of it, Ji Zhiyao realized, LA was especially attentive towards the resources in the jungle, their carry was their jungler. In that case, a battle between the junglers would be necessary, seems like it would be lots of fun. Ji Zhiyaos finger knocked lightly on the surface of the table as he pondered over some matters. After some time, he closed the video of LAspetition, then went on to read thepetition information on the members of LA battleteam, including their team fight, damage and more stats. When he was done with all that, he opened another file with Tall Boots information. The first member he read about was Lan Guang. As the first formidable opponent that he met after bing a professional yer and also an existence amongst the top on the international rankings, Lan Guang had a special position in Ji Zhiyaos heart. Ji Zhiyao really admired Lan Guangs capability and held him in high esteem, but because he was slightly weaker he never had the chance to face him directly. Ji Zhiyao zoned out slightly, but was suddenly reminded of Xiaoyes words from yesterday he is looking forward to ying against you. A corner of his lips lifted, revealing a determined smile that was unique to a youth, cocky yet not obnoxious. Ji Zhiyao finished going through the information and began to watch videos again, bringing out his notebook and pen at the same time. The materials on Tall Boots battleteam from the stats analyzer were quite extensive. Not only did they include information from the previous qualifiers, there was also data from the usual tour tournaments, performance tournaments, these helped in deriving some special habits that yers had. Take for example Xiaoye, he was a midner who had the habit of roaming all threenes. Generally speaking, midners with such movement habits would usually miss out the first few waves of minions, as a result their level and gold in the early game would be slightlygging behind that of their opponents midner. However Xiaoye often worked together with Lan Guang, plundering the opposite jungle once the match begins and getting a kill whenever he appears at the top and bottomnes, thus this problem had never urred to him. And Lan Guangs strength was very well-bnced. Not only were his handling standards up there, good in jungling, and simrly skilled in cooperating with his teammates, aggressive in his ying, he essentially had no weak points. Seems a little difficult to deal with. Should they be considering pushing through the middlene? Ji Zhiyao sighed, closed the video and deliberated carefully. He had been in thought for a while when the sound of a chair being dragged sounded by his ear. Turning his head for a look, Mo Huaifeng sat down beside him and met his eyes. Looking through the materials? Ji Zhiyao was mncholic. Yeah. At Tall Boots now, feels like its gonna be difficult. Mo Huaifeng agreed with him. Theyre indeed very strong. Theyve been working together for five years, chances of winning against Mix has always been 50-50, it was also a narrow win for us at the previous national qualifiers. Ji Zhiyao scratched his head. Forget it. I was originally intending on studying all their strategies, doesnt seem that easy. There are infinite changes to strategies, youd be better off training. Makes sense. Captain want to y together? Mo Huaifeng turned on hisputer. Invite me. Okay! Both of them entered a match. They yed two matches, midway with the exception of Nuo appearing looking as pale as a ghost and lying on the table aftering in, the rest of their teammates all walked in drowsily and began training. Ji Zhiyao touched his tummy. Im a little hungry. When is Auntieing to make lunch? Mo Huaifeng nced at the time on the bottom right corner of his screen. It was already 12:40PM, usually at this time, Auntie would have been done with lunch. He brought out his phone and texted Yuan Wei while cating Ji Zhiyao, Let me ask. Yuan Wei replied very quickly: [Oh dear, I forgot to tell you guys. Auntie called me this morning to apply for leave, her grandson is ill, she needs to stay home to take care of him. Why dont you guys just order a takeaway?] [DB.MHF: What else can you remember?] [ManagerYuanWei: Well Ive been looking out for some good resources, intending to let all of you film an advertisement after the national qualifiers while your figures are still good.] [DB.MHF: What advertisement, Im not doing it.] [ManagerYuanWei: But Ive already talked to NoHomo about it.] [DB.MHF: ...] [ManagerYuanWei: He did not object to it.] [DB.MHF: I got it.] Mo Huaifeng put down his phone and announced, Lets order takeaway, Auntie has something on, she wont being. Ji Zhiyao didnt think much of it and began to pick his food after replying okay. However Nuo started to wail, Captain, its not like you didnt know that I was suffering from diarrhea for a good half ofst night! Now youre making me eat takeaway the moment I wake up, you want me to die. Youll be fine. Nuo wept bitterly. Captain, you cant treat me like this! Im the same as NoHomo, were both your biological sons. Mo Huaifeng was stumped. Ji Zhiyao was mentioned out of the blue and dazedly lifted his eyes to stare at Nuo. A great idea suddenly popped into Nuos mind. Oh yes, doesnt NoHomo know how to cook? NoHomo, please save me! Mo Huaifeng shut him down at once. No. At the same time Ji Zhiyao replied, Sure, what do you want to eat? Mo Huaifeng was stumped. Nuo sobbingly ignored Mo Huaifeng and decisivelytched onto Ji Zhiyao. There are still groceries left in the fridge that Auntie bought yesterday, Ill eat whatever there is, as long as I can secure my life. Chapter 162

    Chapter 162: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios There isnt much that I can make, but its unlikely to poison someone to death. You see Captain ate my food the other time, isnt he still alive and kicking now. Ji Zhiyaoforted Nuo. Then Ill just make a few dishes for you, make do with it. Nuo eximed, Thank you daddy! Mo Huaifeng interrupted, I want to eat too! Ji Zhiyao turned towards him. Hm? Mo Huaifengs countenance was peaceful as he exined, Suddenly feel like my diet for these few days has been too greasy, Ill have something light to clear my stomach. But didnt you find the taste awful thest time? Thats because you refused to add seasonings for me. Ji Zhiyao thought for a moment, it seemed like he had made the food especially nd thest time since Mo Huaifeng was sick, hence he decided, Alright then, Ill make enough for two. Ji Zhiyao first ordered takeaway for himself, then sneaked into the kitchen, going through the fridge to check what edible ingredients there were. He found two tomatoes, two eggs, a bag of ck fungus, a box of mushrooms and two chili. Deciding that they were enough, he put them all into the sink and washed twice. Then he rinsed a pot of rice and left it to simmer. Then he took 40 minutes to make a tomato and egg soup, a dish of stir-fried ck fungus with egg and another dish of stir-fried mushrooms with chili. Ji Zhiyao had just brought the dishes out when Mo Huaifeng walked into the dining room with a stic bag in hand. Your takeaway is here. Okay. Ji Zhiyao said, Captain, get Nuo here too, lunch is ready for both of you. Mo Huaifeng looked towards the dishes on the table, his expression slightly distressed. I dont eat mushrooms. Its okay, there are other dishes, just make do and eat some. Why can Nuo have three dishes? Do you have something against me? For so long, youve never realized that I dont eat mushrooms. Ji Zhiyao felt like he was doomed. Whats with the odd grievance in Captains tone? Ji Zhiyao pledged in an extra loud voice, Ivemitted it to memory, I definitely wont feed you mushrooms next time! Mo Huaifeng then dragged out a stool, sat down, picked up his chopsticks and picked up his food leisurely. Ji Zhiyao was slightly dumbfounded from the sight, yet he did not dare to instruct the already aggrieved Captain to go get Nuo again and could only ran obediently out of the dining room himself, then shouting, Nuo, time for lunch! Nuo responded very quickly, Coming bro. The entire vi was filled with echoes from each of them. Nuo ran hurriedly into the dining room, thrilled when he smelled the aroma. Feels like it would be very delicious, thanks NoHomo. No problem. Ji Zhiyao opened his own takeaway box, then said, Arent you suffering from diarrhea? There is chili in the stir-fried mushrooms, dont eat too much of that. Boohoo, this is really too touching! NoHomo, from now on I will willingly be yourckey. ... Theres no need. Nuos word, need hadnt even formed when Mo Huaifeng threw chilly daggers through his eyes at him, he instantly shriveled. Yet after just swallowing a mouthful of rice, Nuo appeared to have thought of something and became extremely excited. Captain, there is actually mushroom here! Ji Zhiyao pursed his lips. Turns out that he was the only one who didnt know that Mo Huaifeng doesnt eat mushrooms? He suddenly even more guilty, burying his face in his takeaway, simply not daring to lift his head again. After lunch, Nuo took the initiative to do the dishes, Ji Zhiyao returned to the training room following behind Mo Huaifeng. Heunched the colored block program and began his practice for the day. Now the duration that he could hold on for had already hit 40 seconds and this number has no sign of stagnating as of now. The longer the duration, the faster his response capacity. Each time he saw the timing he clocked at the end, Ji Zhiyao was genuinely grateful towards Kang Kyung Chwa. Following colored block training was matches. Hence in the week after the opening rounds, each day was spent in such an enriching manner. The advancement round came very quickly. As they had to draw lots in the morning to decide on the sequence in which they would take on each of their opponents, as well as the sequence of all the matches taking ce, everyone in Mix woke up bright and early. When Ji Zhiyao caught sight of Nuo who always slept in for the first time at 7AM, he couldnt hold back and pulled out his phone, snapping a photo of Nuo who was sleeping with his eyes open on the sofa then posted it onto Weibo with a caption. [IndefiniteFutureV: This is the consequence of waking up early. [who am I where am I what am I doing.jpg] A few minutester, he drank a mouthful of milk and saw that thements below his post had already exceeded 2000. [Damn it, suddenly especially unwilling to admit that this damn thing sleeping with his eyes open is my Nuo.] [All the best for thepetition melonrind darling xoxo!] [Are you really happy being mischievous for that while?] After browsing severalments, he put his phone down. Yuan Wei stood at the door of the vi, shouting at the top of his voice, Stop sleeping all of you! If we still dont leave for the drawing of lots all of you can only pick the leftover lot! One remark rousing everyone from their dreams. The drowsy bunch instantly jerked up and pulled themselves to their feet. Mo Huaifeng was the first to stand up and walked towards the outside of the vi, only because of his morning temper, his expression wasnt too friendly. Ji Zhiyao saw Nuo wake up and hurriedly followed behind Mo Huaifeng to sneak out of the living room, making his getaway. The remaining five people took their own time behind. Nuopletely sobered up after walking for a distance, grabbing tissue to wipe off his saliva as he walked. Have I evolved till I am able to sleep with my eyes open? Xiaofei looked at him, his expression suddenly looking like he had a long story to tell. Brother, why dont you take a look at NoHomos Weibo? Whats up? Um... actually... At this point K had already seen it, and burst into a loud guffaw. NoHomo really! Youre really mischievous! Nuo appeared dumbfounded as he found his phone and scrolled through, when he saw the topmost post on Ji Zhiyaos Weibo profile his body abruptly went stiff, followed immediately by a shout, Ji Zhiyao! Ji Zhiyao who was seated in the van at present suddenly had an ill premonition. He patted Mo Huaifengs arm, saying in a soft voice after rousing him from his sleep, Captain, lets swap seats? Mo Huaifeng tightly knitted brows gradually rxed. Why? Someone is going to beat me up in a while. Mo Huaifeng gazed at him, then resignedly stood up and shifted outwards, Ji Zhiyao sessfully sat into the seat closer to the windows. He vaguely heard Nuos raging voice from the outside and quickly closed his eyes to feign sleep. Nuo pulled opened the rear door. Sweeping around the interior, he found the person he was looking for in the secondst row, he walked over with grief and indignation. Ji... He had just said one word, Mo Huaifeng who was seated on the outside suddenly opened his eyes and stared nkly at him. Nuo instantly shriveled up, and walked to the back, sat down and pretended to be a sculpture. Ji Zhiyao who was feigning sleep with his eyes closed was very pleased. Captain was a natural defence. The vehicle headed smoothly towards the gymnasium, everyone on board was knocked out. Till half an hourter, they were all woken up by Yuan Wei. It was the same for Ji Zhiyao. He wasnt sleepy at first, yet the moment the van began driving, the drowsy atmosphere in the van forcibly led to him falling asleep too. He alighted behind Mo Huaifeng, stopped by Nuo the moment he got off. NoHomo, I took you as a brother, yet you only wanted to use me as an emotive! ... Originally wanted to delete it on the van, but I fell asleep. Can we sever ties for three minutes? Ji Zhiyao fished out his phone to delete the Weibo post, taking time to reply at the same time, Sure thing honey, wee toe again next time xoxo. Once xoxo was said, Mo Huaifeng turned back and narrowed his eyes at Ji Zhiyao. Ji Zhiyao instantly became obedient. The advancement rounds were to start officially at 8AM, the drawing of lots was set to start at 7:50AM. Entering the waiting room, Ji Zhiyao nced at his wrist watch, 7:45AM, exactly five minutes before the drawing of lots. After all of them settled down, the stats analyzer stood by the sofa, looking at the notebook in his hand and said, Theres Tall Boots, Wan Ning, Skitters, LA. Nx in group A, for group B its Bug, Rocket, Mix, Miao Pai and Wan Chuan. Hopefully our Captain will get us a good lot, leave the tough nut Tall Boots till the end, so as to spare ourselves from frustration from the very beginning. Heng tsk-ed twice, Yet I believe all the other battleteams are definitely thinking things like Hope to meet Mix at the end, theyre really too strong, its entirely impossible to beat them. The stats analyzerughed. Nothing wrong with that. They chatted for a while more, when someone knocked on the door, a staff member came to notify the captains of each battleteam to go draw lots. Mo Huaifeng stood up and followed the stage member to the backstage. Ten minutester, Mo Huaifeng returned to the waiting room. The stats analyzer had a pen in hand as he asked, How was it Captain? Tell us about the sequence? 3rd match Nx, 8th match LA, 11th match Wan Ning, 19th match Tall Boots, 22nd match Skitters. The stats analyzer recorded as he listened to Mo Huaifeng. When he was done, he looked at the sequence on the notebook, touching his jaw as he concluded, Not too bad a sequence, very good. Then the stats analyzer started toe up with a schedule. Based on the calction of four matches every weekend, this round will go on for five weeks. Our matches would be taking ce today afternoon, tomorrow afternoon, 20th afternoon, 27th afternoon and 28th morning, basically we have a match on everypeting day for the first three weeks, rather concentrated. Xiaomented, Feels like our schedule is a little full. Actually its quite alright when its spread out. Six matches of 5v5 per week, the number of games that you guys y for training in a day already exceeds that. No one is allowed to fumble the ball. Mo Huaifeng responded with azy grunt. There were two minutes left before thepetition officially began. As Mix wasntpeting in the morning, they agreed to leave after watching the very first match in the morning. Because the first match was yed by Tall Boots and Wan Chuan. One of the most anticipated battleteams by eSports yers. Tall Boots. Everyone in Mix moved closer to the audience seating through the small door at the back then went towards their seats which they had sat inst week. Tall Boots and Wan Chuan happened to be preparing to begin. Thementators on stage had changed, Ji Zhiyao did not know then and differentiated them into one and two in his mind. One: Wee all fans to the live venue of the national qualifiers, this is the first match of the advancement round, Tall Boots battleteam against Wan Chuan battleteam. Two: Right now both teams have already entered the preparation mode for the game. We can see, both teams have already picked their champions, entering thest loading period. A few secondster, the match began. Ji Zhiyao lifted his head and looked towards therge screen. Tall Boots always had the habit of treating eachpetition with their most earnest attitude, this could be seen from the champions that each of them picked. For example, Xiaoyes choice of champion was strong in damage but weak in defense, so Lan Guang specially picked a very tank-like assassin in ordance with him. On the other hand, it was very evident that Wan Chuans execution ability wasnt as strong, their choices of champions all varied. But they were rather spirited, dashing like stags to the front most turret at eachne once the match began. However Wan Chuan seemed like they werent quite on form. Take for example their jungler, ten minutes into the game he kept staying in the jungle with his head bowed choosing to be selectively blind. When Wan Chuans midner was about to be killed by Xiaoye, he waspletely oblivious, still killing his creeps. And when the midner respawned, Wan Chuans jungler seemed to have finally remembered the middlene and ran towards the turret, wanting to work with the midner for a 2v1, yet it was turned into a double kill by Xiaoye who had already developed thanks to his first kill. However, this was merely the start of their nightmare. Thepetition carried on, Wan Chuans jungler seemed to sense that the middlene wasnt one that was good to mess with, and began to roam the top and bottomnes, taking up his second best option. But his level was at least a level beneath all the Tall Boots yers, dying each time he tried to go for someone, his KDA became an unbearable sight. At the same time as their jungler was really too idiotic, hepletely did not develop, causing the levels and gold of his teammates to be extremely miserable. However, at least the remaining four people did not feed, while the jungler was on the course of sending warmth to Tall Boots the entire time. At the end, the number of times that Wan Chuans jungler died be half of the total death toll of the two teams, his damage on Tall Boots not even as high as that of their teams support. Losing the match became inevitable. Ji Zhiyao felt that it was slightly hurting his eyes and shifted his gaze, catching Mo Huaifeng staring right at him as he turned his head. Mo Huaifeng asked, Remember the first time you yed against Lan Guang? ... What about it? Even sillier than this Wan Chuans jungler, turned on your heels and ran away the moment you caught sight of him. Though this jungler was no match too, at least he dared to fight head on. The corner of Ji Zhiyaos lips twitched. Mo Huaifeng continued to threaten, If you end up ying this way against Tall Boots, I will consider severing ties with you. Ji Zhiyao went silent. He rolled his eyes, sneering at Mo Huaifengs remark. The half time break was set to be 15 minutes. 15 minutester, the yers from both teams entered the stage once again. For this match, all five members of Tall Boots straightforwardly picked early game champions. So called early game champions, are champions that are strong in all aspects in the early phase, yet the closer to theter phase, the more worn out they be. If a battleteam picks all early game champions, its either theyve gone so mad to throw the game or theyve decided that there wont be ater phase for this match. Undisguised contempt. Yet for this match, Wan Chuan battleteam seemed to have gotten into form. With the exception of the ADC picking a burst damage champion, the remaining champions chosen were all rather bnced in all aspects. Seems like theyre nning to y a 4-for-1 match. This time the jungler wasnt as fidgety like a monkey. Though he was helpless towards Lan Guang and Xiaoye working together and digging into Wan Chuans jungle, but it was as if he had recovered his intelligence as he knew to signal for his teammates toe back him up and did not jump in all alone and feed. Chapter 163 - Untitled Chapter 163: Untitled Though at the end, he was killed together with the midner by Lan Guang and Xiaoye. Lan Guang built up their advantage on thenes very quickly, each of Wan Chuansnes remained in a passive position. In that period, Wan Chuans ADC appeared to be tempted to break out of the restraint set by Tall Boots topner, yet at the same time as he was about to strike out, an arrow suddenly came flying from Tall Boots bottomne, hitting Wan Chuans ADC right in his shoulder, the ADCs health instantly dropped by half, under the re of Tall Boots topner, he could only retreat to a safe range. Henceforth, the pace of the match waspletely controlled by Tall Boots. But it had only been 20 minutes since the match began. Afterwards, simr to the previous match, all the members of Tall Bootspletely developed and took over the game, Wan Chuan began to feed on all levels. Seven minutester, the second match between Tall Boots and Wan Chuan, also came to an end. Ji Zhiyao spectated the entire match delightfully from Tall Boots point of view. With regards to the control of everyne and in terms of skills, control of damage or cooperation within the team, Tall Boots controlled each aspect very well. To beat such an opponent, it would not be easy. Sighing, Ji Zhiyao pulled out his phone as they were in the midst of a break and found that Mo Huaifeng had sent a text in the battleteams WeChat group chat. [DB.MHF: Lets return to the base now?] [Xiao: Sure, unless the gods possess Wan Chuan battleteam, theres nothing much to watch about their match anymore.] [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: Even more troublesome thanst year, virtually shivering in fear.] [ManagerYuanWei: Then lets go, the driver is waiting outside the entrance. Well leave earlier to go back for some rest, werepeting in the afternoon too.] Reading till here, Ji Zhiyao saw that Mo Huaifeng had already stood up and hence followed him outside too. Everyone in Mix boarded the van, those who yawned, yawned, those who were thinking about thepetition, did so, all of a sudden, it became a little still in the van. It wasnt even 10 AM when they arrived back at the base, still quite some time from their usual lunch time. Because they were sleepy, they all returned to their rooms for a nap. Ji Zhiyao slept till 12 PM, then headed downstairs. The auntie had already prepared a bowl of curry beef rice for each, only Xiaofei and Xiao were seated in the dining room, eating. Smelling the aroma of curry beef rice, Ji Zhiyao realized that he was starving. He hastily greeted them and took a bowl, eating voraciously. Midway through the meal, Heng and Mo Huaifeng came downstairs into the dining room to eat. When he was done, Ji Zhiyao copied Xiao and the rest, leaning back into his chair and crossing his legs, contentedly nibbling on fruits. At this time, Nuo and K then walked btedly into the dining room. Im so sleepy, if the sound of Captain leaving the room hadnt woken me up, I would be able to sleep into the night, said Nuo as he dug in. Heng came up with a rotten idea. When we see that you cant get up, well gopete by ourselves. Anyhow we have many people in our battleteam, you as a support also misappropriate midner and jungler heroes for your use all the time, Xiaofei and NoHomo can totally take turns recing you. I can earn a sry without having topete, perhaps I would see Nuo and Xiaofei ying like trash and there will be fans on Tieba and Weibo missing and praising me, such a great thing, if possible, please arrange it for me as soon as possible. What the f*ck, Nuo, do you still know some shame? Arent you afraid that Xiaofei and NoHomo would join hands and beat you up? Nuo hummed a little tune merrily, but simply refused to answer Hengs question. His obnoxious manner meant K could not help but give him a kick. When everyone was done eating, they went to the living room for a short rest. Once it was time, they boarded the van to the gymnasium. The firstpetition of the afternoon began officially at 2 PM, it was also the match where Mix would be going against Nx. Entering the waiting room, Mo Huaifeng announced that the midner and jungler positions would be rotating turns, Xiaofei and Ji Zhiyao were to go on for the second match. With everyones agreement, the five people set to go on for the first match checked their own equipment then organized their wrist guards. Once it was time, they entered through the participants passageway. Ji Zhiyao looked towards the screen in the waiting room. Theyd met Nx battleteam during the performance tournament tour previously. To date, Ji Zhiyao only remembered that this battleteam had bought two Korean reinforcements at the start of the summer season tournaments, jungler and topner positions, yet their capabilities was still so-so. Feeling like having his own battleteam defeat Nx was totally not a problem, Ji Zhiyaos tightly tensed back rxed slightly and he leaned back lightly. Before thepetition began, Ji Zhiyao saw the members of Nx battleteam interacting through the screen, as ifing up with a countermeasure. Yet in front of absolute strength, the countermeasure seemed to have lost its initial effect that it should have. Once the match began, Xiao directly scurried towards the opposite jungle to counter-jungle, but his actions were covert enough that he was already done before the mini-map waspletely loaded. Nxs jungler was like an idiot, like he usually preferred, he went to the opposite of Xiao at the right side of the jungle for the red buff. Xiao swiftly escaped after sessfully taking the buff, not forgetting to strike the Nx midner who came chasing several times. With a stolen red buff, Nx battleteam suddenly became terribly suspicious, before entering a bush, they must attack it first, for fear that someone would jump out again from somewhere. After such a happening, Mix and Nx suddenly became very courteous to each other. Harmoniously developing till level five, Nxs jungler then secretly moved towards the little dragon cave, still thinking that Mix had not caught it. Yet Ji Zhiyao saw it extremely clearly, even through the screen, Xiao had obviously smiled disdainfully. Nxs jungler crept over and started attacking the dragon while no one was in the surroundings. Till there was a stir, did Xiao notice and rushed overbatively. Nxs jungler seemed to be frightened and retreated right away. Xiao took over the little dragon, and started to attack. At present, Ji Zhiyao, like all the audience under the stage, due to the omniscient point of view, had a totally clear view of Nxs junglers whereabouts. He pretended to return to Nxs jungle, then made a turn midway, groping his way through the dark bushes and crept closer, preparing to snatch the little dragon. Yet Xiao seemed as if he did not see anything at all, busying himself with attacking the little dragon. At the moment when the little dragon was left with the two bars of health and Nxs jungler prepared to dashed out for his snatch, Xiao suddenly turned back, releasing a set ofbined abilities in the direction where Nxs jungler was at, directly sending him to the West. A beautiful counter y, officiallypleted. With the little dragon taken down, Mixs gold began to take flight, their initially dirt-poor wallet was now bulging, essentially everything was exchanged for equipment. 25 minutes into the game, Xiao and Mo Huaifeng joined hands to finish off the big Dragon. With their advantage from the big Dragon and in their gold and level, Mix pressed on without letup till they all rushed into Nxs base through the bottomne which Mo Huaifeng pushed down. Less than 30 minutes since the match began, Nxs base was leveled out, the entire battleteam wiped out. Ji Zhiyao looked towards his own Captain who appeared calm and peaceful and Nxs jungler who had exasperation sh across his face, and involuntarily smiled. Everyone returned to the waiting room, Ji Zhiyao and Xiaofei checked their equipment and put on their wrist guards. Once the break ended, they entered the stage together with Mo Huaifeng and the rest. One: For the second match Mix battleteam has already made a change of members, nowing on is midner reserve Xiaofei and jungler reserve Yao. Honestly speaking, though Yao is a new face on thepeting stage, but I finished watching the matches from the opening round a few days ago and a great deal of anticipation for his uing performance has emerged. Two: Actually its the same for me as well. One: Both teams are ready to go, then I shall announce, thepetition officially begins. On the side of Mix battleteam, Mo Huaifeng saidzily into the ear-mic, Lets end it fast. Quickly finish it, Ill treat everyone to hotpot. The eyes of the others instantly lit up, even the champions they locked were those that they were more skilled in. Ji Zhiyao locked an assassin who was highly dependent on handling speed, he had been practicing this champion recently and his results werent too bad, it was probably more than enough to deal with Nx battleteam. There was a distinguishing feature for this assassin in ck, as long as the handling frequency was high enough, shadows would appear while he was attacking, a very beautiful sight. Ten minutes into the game, Ji Zhiyao who turned into a little daddy after working with Xiaofei to take the first kill at the middlene rushed into the opponents jungle and began to vie for resources with Nxs jungler, after which he remainedpletely unharmed. Mo Huaifeng had already build up an advantage at the bottomne, thrashing the Korean reinforcement topner for every single minute. Whereas K remained as solid as a mountain at the topne, even when the opposing ADCs high burst damage champion kept him trapped under the turret, he continued to develop peacefully from under it, not missing a single minion and also not letting the opponent gain any advantage. Thus Mix was extremely stable regardless of whether it was thenes or the jungle. And the camera cut to show Mixs side, the audience could see that each of their expressions were so rxed that they didnt seem to be ying an advancement match but just a regr training tournament, Xiaofei even said something with a dumbfounded expression that amused Nuo so much, he almost fell under the table fromughing. The most annoying of it all was that this did not affect their performance at all, dragging till theter phase, all five members of Mix battleteam were little daddies, killing whoever went against them. In all of Nx, with the exception of the high burst damage ADC who dared to take on Mix, the rest all could not afford to. The second match was an equally easy win for Mix. The match ended, Ji Zhiyao pulled of his ear-mic, preparing to leave the stage when he heard a din suddenlying from the audience and hence shifted his vision over. Many supporters of Nx battleteam hatefully threw the cheering sticks and banners in their hands to the ground, as if cursing unhappily with their heads down. Such behavior expressed the disappointment towards a battleteam, and at the same time their expectations too. Ji Zhiyao involuntarily paused in his steps, but after hearing Xiaofei behind him ask, Brother whats wrong, he quickly returned to his senses and continued following behind Mo Huaifeng. During the third match, Ji Zhiyao and Xiaofei stayed in the waiting room and made themselves a cup of coffee, then yed with their phones, not giving a single nce to the LCD screen that was currently showing thepetition. Ji Zhiyao took a sip of coffee and scrolled Weibo. The moment he did, he found huge news. He recalled seeing the prequel of this news a few days ago, it was the revtion of Skitters battleteams member sleeping with a fan. Because this yer was rather good-looking, many of his female fans in the scene called for concrete evidence, no b*tching without concrete evidence. You get what you ask for. The person who made the revtion bought a set of photos reposted by several marketing ounts, the photos of Skitters jungler sleeping with and kissing a girl whose face was pixted, and the most explicit one which was also the one ced at the end, the conversation of the jungler flirting and another of him coaxing his girlfriend to sleep ced side by side. The disy pictures and contact names were different, the tone in which the jungler spoke also differed. Trying his best to turn on video camera for a match when he was flirting and the superior, I am the first in the world tone he used with his girlfriend. It could be said that he was the original drama queen. Ji Zhiyao tsk-ed and opened the Weiboments,pletely expecting the sea of criticisms [So that abstinence expression of Skitters jungler was all a f*cking pretense? The conversations were extremely flirtatious hey!] [Hur hur, why arent all those idiotic fans who were b*tching a few days ago talking, isnt it utterly satisfying to get what you asked for?] [Skitters jungler is abstinent? He obviously looks like hes been overindulgent please? Speaking about abstinence in the scene I only look up to Fi-god, going around with a solitary expression of please stay away from me, the only person he got into a scandal with was his same team, same gender teammate... Oh damn it, the more I say the more my heart aches, please wipe the tears for my Fi.] [All the females in the eSports scene are generally younger, if all professional yers are jerks like this jungler, then the ethos of the scene would be entirely ruined. I hope Skitters battleteam gives an upfront answer, we need to see Skitters jungler being punished.] [Why is a professional gamer so rotten?] This having a foot in both camps, intentionally seducing a fan incident of sleeping with a fan, seemed to have incited some bad impressions from the public towards professional yers. Ji Zhiyao frowned and sighed deeply. The current state of the scene was already bad enough and such an incident had to happen. If more of such incidents took ce, professional yers might be sweepingly generalized to be given the odd title of fan-f*cking monsters. Truly vexing. Hence when the rest return chattily withughter frompeting and saw Ji Zhiyao appearing to be in deep thought while leaning against the sofa with his hands crossed, Mo Huaifeng asked, Whats wrong? Ji Zhiyao pointed to the phone screen. Concrete evidence has been revealed of Skitters jungler sleeping with a fan, Im currently deliberating about life. So exciting? Nuo grinned. I rememberst year or the year before, I saw him at the backstage saying something to a fan who gifted flowers, teased her till she was flushing red. That time I thought this ice mountain had a change in character, who knew it was actually like this. Mo Huaifeng wasnt too mindful of it. So I told you guys to stay away from women usually, in case you do some things that would anger both gods and men. Then I have something I dont understand at this point, everyone in our team evidently doesnt look worse than any celebrity out there, yet nobody has ady by his side. Yuan Wei said absorbed in thought. But its better this way, very good, you guys can continue to maintain this. Ji Zhiyao smiled while packing his equipment. Brother Yuan Wei, youd better think it through, everyone in our team is slightly reckless, once you make such a remark, its very easy for you to have to choke back on your words. ... Take it that the wind had never blown and Id never been here. The few of them boarded the van as usual. Once they were settled in, Nuo looked towards Mo Huaifeng. Captain, hotpot hotpot hotpot hotpot! Mo Huaifeng turned his body, evidently not wanting to be tormented by Nuos annoying voice. He repliedzily, Got it. Whichever ce you want to go to, pick yourself. Hence Nuo shrank back into his seat with a victorious cry, then gave Xiao and Heng who were confused a vivid description of how it came to Mo Huaifeng treating them to hotpot... The few people at the back discussed for a long time and gave an address that wasnt too close to both the gymnasium and Mixs base but had a great taste, the driver agreed and began to drive. It was yet to be 3:30 PM when they arrived at the hotpot ce Chapter 164

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Though theyd never had customers who came to have dinner at this time, the waitress at the hotpot ce still did her utmost in taking them into arge private room and served them till they were done ordering. The waitress left the room. Heng pulled out his phone with a sudden inspiration and raised it up high. How long has it been since west took a group photo together,eee, lets take one together. The others all looked up normally and fitted themselves into the frame, Nuo, in order to wash off the shadow over him left from Ji Zhiyaos ugly photo of him, especially shrewdly drew in his jaw to make his face appear small... Whereas Ji Zhiyao very naturally hung an arm over Mo Huaifengs shoulder, both of them appearing to be a pair of good brothers but were actually gay. Yuan Wei who identally caught of nce of them involuntarilyined a little deep down about how the couple dogs were hurting his eyes. Heng took the photo and posted it onto Weibo right away. K directlyughed out loud with no consideration for Hengs pride. What is Today is also a day we get to have hotpot, already cannot wait to get started? The dishes have not even been served, you only have a pot here that you can eat alright? Jeez it doesnt matter, that line was meant for the fans to read anyway. And the fans can see that there is only a pot in your photo, the few of us have yet to even open up our cutlery. ... Damn it! Ji Zhiyao wasughing uncontrobly, he took out his phone to read thements under Hengs Weibo post, indeed they werements like [LOL theres nothing except for a pot on the table, are you trying to cause me to die fromughing], [I reckon your teammates are very tempted to beat the idiot that you are to death] and [It has been confirmed, he is a person who has gone muddleheaded.] Time passed like this day by day. In a blink of an eye, it had alreadye to Mixs fourth advancement match, against Tall Boots. In the waiting room, the stats analyzer rolled up his book in a long hose and shouted into it, For us, this is as good as ourst advancement match. All of you sober up, keep Tall Boots under your thumbs all the way, no losing even one match. Hengmented, Your are rather full of momentum, however not being allowed to lose even one match is making things a little difficult. Ji Zhiyao chimed in, Agreed! Usually Ji Zhiyao would never say such despondent words before apetition, this time everyone turned their gaze towards him. The corner of Mo Huaifengs lip twitched before he said, If you dare to not fight back and run everywhere youre dead meat. How about I go on during thest match, Im a little scared now, I want to do some close observation first. The stats analyzer made a hm sound. Its not impossible. Xiao would go on for two matches, consecutively, some details from the first match could be effectively adjusted during the second match. Xiao agreed readily. Sure, I have no objections. Mo Huaifeng nodded as well. Hence through the approval of the few of them, Ji Zhiyaos stage sequence went from the second match to the third match. However, due to Xiaos mistake in the second match, the third match suddenly became the deciding match. In the first match every got along harmoniously, quietly developing. Both Tall Boots and Mix, had great rapport in dragging the match into ater phase together, this match went on for an entire 50 minutes, in the end, Mix finally attained victory after using tanks K and Nuo at the front to take the damage with Mo Huaifeng making a suicide-style surprise attack on Tall Boots base. After this match, everyones expression didnt look too good when they returned to the waiting room, Xiao swung his arm back and forth. What the hell? Fortunately Ive got my son, if I were to y three consecutive 50 minutes matches, this arm would definitely be crippled once again. Heng was simrly rotating his wrist, as he said, Dont talk about yourself, even I feel like Im crippled. Let Xiaofei go on for the next match, let me take a break. Ten minutester, the second match began. Although they lost the first match, the faces of all the Tall Boots member were a state of calm, making light of their loss in the previous match. This time round, once the match began, Lan Guang headed for the topne directly and helped Tall Boots topner to hold down Mo Huaifeng; their support picked a tank with damage, and jungled from time to time; and in the middlene, Xiaoye had also kept Xiaofei so down so tightly that he was suffering unspeakably, two deaths appeared five minutes into the game, Mixs gold gradually fell into disadvantage. At this time, Xiao decided to steal the dragon, to make up for some for their disadvantage gold wise. It seemed like Tall Boots did not notice his little tricks, Xiao moved smoothly towards the dragon cave. As his gold wasnt high and he did not have enough equipment, his damage value was much lower than before, as such it took a much longer time. And as he was focused on killing the dragon while avoiding its attacks, Xiaofei whod barely managed to breathe with his help had been beaten silly by Xiaoye once again, losing a turret at the same time. While Tall Boots support reemerged all well geared-up from the turret, tanking in the front as a semi-tank, the ADC hid behind him and finished off K right away! Tall Boots picked their time to take action very ingeniously, taking less than one minute altogether. When Xiao reappeared from the dragons cave, everything had changed. Not only had the gold difference between the two forces not reduced, instead there was a trend of it growing wider and wider. Xiaos expression instantly became very upset. The camera swept across the audience, several radical fans had already thrown their support boards down. In the situation of the gold difference widening, even Mo Huaifengs equipment was notplete and he could only do his best to keep from feeding. This match was a terrible loss. Ji Zhiyao saw very clearly, when the match, the moment the camera went past Xiao, the shape of his mouth evidently showed this ones on me. If Xiao hadnt decided to go for the small dragon, the situation where theygged behind by two kills but their gold remained stable, there was still a chance of taking over the match in theter phase. When the third match began, Ji Zhiyao stepped onto thepeting stage withplicated feelings. Right at the start of the match Mo Huaifeng had already gone for Tall Boots topner, forcefully wearing him out while tanking his damage to force him to miss a few minions. In such a situation, the advantage of the bottomne was already building. K was as stable as always; Heng was in the middlene, as his handling speed and response capacity were not inferior to Xiaoye, he essentially faced Xiaoye head-on each time, the middlene was temporarily in a very stable condition. One: Seriously speaking, I feel that the exact pace of this match, would mainly depend on the struggle in the jungle. Yao and Lan Guang, if their standards are fifty-fifty against each other, if nothing crops up, Mix would definitely win this match. Two: Big brother, dont jinx it first. Be careful of bing an enemy in Weibo, the fans of both teams would take turns to strangle you. One: I dont mean it like how all of you took it. I wanted to say, locally Tall Boots and Mix are brother battleteams who are well matched in strength. Two: Youve brought shame to all thementators. Look at the jungle, Yao and Lan Guang have met head on. Thats right. At this time, Ji Zhiyao had bumped right into Lan Guang near the dragons cave. Mo Huaifeng caught it on the mini map and instructed, Dont panic, your abilities are all full, the equipment you have are also not much different from his. Fight, dont hide. Ji Zhiyao took the lead in rushing forward. Lan Guang engaged Ji Zhiyao directly, refusing to be outdone, the two had a fight, each of their health left with a small half-bar, as if taking into consideration the problem of their iplete equipment, both took a step back slightly. In a spur of the moment, Ji Zhiyao immediately rushed forward, continuous releasingbined abilities, auto-attack, hit hit hit hit hit... Ji Zhiyao was left with a shred of health, Lan Guang fell to the ground. K: Double click to give a like for our Yao-god! Nuo: Piss off all those little b*tches opposite. Heng: Damn! Singlehandedly killing Lan Guang! NoHomo, youre about to be the hope of all Chinese junglers! Mo Huaifeng: Not bad. Ji Zhiyao was also a little dazed, by thest strand of consciousness in his mind, he shakily recalled to his fountain. Separated by the ear-mic, Ji Zhiyao could vaguely hear the uproar from the fans outside. This singlehanded kill seemed toe as too great a surprise for them. Ji Zhiyao inhaled deeply and calmed his emotions. On screen, Lan Guangs face remained peaceful, as though the singlehanded kill did not affect him too much, right now the match was of the greatest importance. Thepetition was still ongoing. Although Tall Boots did not manage to snag any advantage, they were very stable the whole time, properly dragging the match till its 45th minute. At this point, both teams were left with onest turret on each of their threenes. There was still a big Dragon left, a team fight seemed to have be inevitable. Mo Huaifeng sent a signal gathering everyone. NoHomo change either your health regen or mana regen, then add another jungling knife, when the team fight beginster, your main priority is to watch the big Dragon. Ji Zhiyao changed up his equipment and made a sound of acknowledgment. Ten people met before the dragons cave, Mo Huaifeng was the first to attack, one person tanking both Xiaoye and the opposite support. Everyone was a mess, Ji Zhiyao moved to behind the big Dragon amidst the chaos, struck it once then dodged. The big Dragon is about to go wild, you guys be careful. Nuo and K were a slight step slower, but theyd bought tank equipment and did not take too much damage, the ones primarily bearing the wild damage were still the several little crusties from Tall Boots. Seeing that his goal was achieved, Ji Zhiyao was overjoyed and ran to the big Dragons side and continued to strike. The big Dragons health dropped rapidly. At this time Mo Huaifeng, Heng and K had already fallen to the ground, their team was only left with Nuo who had a bar of health left and Ji Zhiyao, whereas Tall Boots surviving member was Lan Guang with a trifle of health. Lan Guangs movement speed was fast, dodging past Nuo, he calctedly the time toe snatch the Dragon. Ji Zhiyao was afraid that the big Dragon that was about to copse would be snatched away and exchanged blows with Lan Guang directly. Killing him, he himself was also left with ast bar of health. Ji Zhiyao continued striking the Dragon, until it was left with thest 200 points of its health. Lan Guang suddenly resurrected! Nuo was unable to rush over, Lan Guang gave Ji Zhiyao a stab from the back. The moment his screen became ck and white, Ji Zhiyao knew, this match was a goner. [OP: Ill tell everyone something interesting. Theres a joke, known as Mixs current jungler reserve definitely ranks amongst the top few junglers locally I dont have to say much about this persons scandals, since joining the battleteam he has been madly trying to gain attention and poprity, I dont know where he bought a bunch of ghostwriters to create an image of an A line influencer, sensationalizing his capabilities, talking about how no one was his match during the performance tournament tour, has never lost the training tournaments that he yed. Yet his actually standard is just downright lousy. I dont have to say much about this point. For more details please view the video of the advancement match between Mix and Tall Boots a few days ago. The entire team ced the victory right before him, keeping him alive. Just one strike away and he lost it all. Ive never seen a battleteam who lost so terribly, just a step away from the doors of victory yet they couldnt get in no matter how much they tried. For this years national qualifiers, I stand by Tall Boots. Cant help it since Mix battleteam disgusts me so much that I feel like puking. Heh heh.] [1stment: Neither a fan nor a hater, purely a bystander. ording to what I know, Mix and Tall Boots have always been fifty-fifty with their capabilities, Mix could just gain a slight bit of advantage, so there is nothing regretful about losing the veryst advancement match. And I am unsure why this OP is so obsessed with jungler reserve Yao, you can write just based on the point of Mix losing, but there is also the second match that they lost, Xiao was the jungler for that match. Why didnt you mention his mistake in decision-making? If youre hating for the sake of hating, its really quite funny.] [2ndment: I dont believe thement above isnt an idiotic fan of a certain someone. What has it got to do with our Xiao-god, we admit that he make a mistake in his decision, but this is still better than a certain someone being so stupid that he didnt even know that his opponent bought Guardian Angel.] [3rdment: Really good at raising one up while trampling on the other.] [4thment: I stand by Tall Boots this time. Somehow feel that after Mixs new reserve joined the team, everyones intelligence level has been brought down.] [5thment: Its okay to lose one match, youll definitely meet again in the finalster on. All the best Mix!] ... These few days, the Tieba and Weibo app on Ji Zhiyaos phone had been deleted personally by Mo Huaifeng. Youre a newbie. The expectations that others have for you will certainly be stricter. Mo Huaifeng had said, Train hard. Thest match wasnt your fault, none of us realized it. Ji Zhiyao pulled his cap lower, recalling the words that Mo Huaifeng had said, the hand holding onto the stic involuntarily tightened. The atmosphere at the base these few days hadnt been much different from the past. Yet Ji Zhiyao oddly felt that there was a very heavy load on his chest. He even forewent ordering takeaway, directly heading to buy some food that couldnt be ordered to bring back to base, letting himself get some distraction while at it. Since they lost that match, not just the three people at the dorm had extended their regards, even Ji Qingge who was in school and mugging away specially applied for leave toe visit him at the base. To Ji Zhiyao, concern from the others seemed to have be a burden. Because he had notpletely left the incident behind. The failure that shouldnt have been for this match, constantly kept his mind unsettled. Ji Zhiyao tugged at his mask and inhaled deeply. He was still about ten plus minutes from the base, he leisurely walked back. At the next turn, Ji Zhiyao vaguely heard a few lines of a conversation. Im telling you, if I went to Mixs base, Ill definitely be a much better yer than that trashy jungler reserve. Im a Challenger rank in the local servers and Master rank in the Korean servers. I think Yao is fine, hes not as bad as you put him to be. Whats good about him? Let me tell you something, youve got to keep it to yourself. I know a staff member at Mix battleteam, he said, the reason why their Captain recruited the reserve into the team back then was all because he was good looking and enough to be used to gain attention. With such a person who attracts so much hate, itll be much easier for Mix to attract attention. Are you serious? Fi-gods character has always been great, how is it possible that he would do such a thing? Great my ass, its purely an image. Isnt he a big shareholder of Mix? If the battleteam has a huge following, isnt he the one who makes money? ... Damn it, who are you? F*ck you dare to hit me, beat him up! ... Mo Huaifengs expression was icy cold. Why did you fight? The entire living room was dead silent, Nuo who was usually the most talkative, opened his mouth, not knowing what to say, he closed his mouth again. Ji Zhiyao at present had blue-ck and purplish spots all over his face, the corner of his lip was even bleeding. He tugged at the corner of his lip but did not speak. Chapter 165

    Chapter 165: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Yuan Wei sighed. Whenever a professional yer gets into a fight on the streets, no matter the reason, it was considered an abominable matter. Though the other party only asked for a sum ofpensation and did not pursue the matter further. But if not handled and rumors of it spread, the impact on Mix battleteam would be bad. Seeing Ji Zhiyao remain silent, Mo Huaifengs expression became colder and colder, but his tone remained calm. Ji Zhiyao. Captain was angry. Everyone was aware of that at heart. After some time, Ji Zhiyao finally opened his mouth. I have nothing to say. I fought. He said slowly, Go ahead and ban me frompeting. Yuan Wei immediately shouted, NoHomo! Nuo urged, NoHomo, we all know you arent the type of person to go on the streets and recklessly pick a fight. What exactly happened, weve been in a battleteam for such a long time, youve got to tell us, to say the least, if you wont tell us about it how should Captain strive to lessen your punishment from the club? Ji Zhiyao dropped his eyes. What was he to say? Was he supposed to repeat those words all over again? He couldnt even tolerate others speaking about Mo Huaifeng that way, much less having to say it personally. There was nothing to be said, it was a good thing to be banned frompeting too. The room was dead silent again for a very long time, Mo Huaifeng spoke up with an icy tone, Yuan Wei report this directly to the club, this matter is to be handled however it should be. Captain, NoHomo... I said tell the club directly! Yuan Wei was fairly intimidated by Mo Huaifengs fury, sighing, he said, Sure, as long as youre okay with it. Ji Zhiyao could feel Mo Huaifeng gaze deeply at him, then left, the front door of the vi was mmed shut. Ji Zhiyao lifted his head and realized that the others were all looking at him, hence he smiled. I shall head upstairs, you guys do as you please. He dragged himself upstairs, closed his door and entered the bathroom. Looking at the ghastly sight of the face in the mirror, Ji Zhiyao lifted the corner of his lips and smiled indifferently. ... [Mix Battleteam OfficialV: As battleteam member, jungler reserve Mix.Yao fought on the streets, leaving a terrible impact on the reputation of professional yers. The club has decided to ban Mix.Yao frompeting for a week, on top of bearing all medical fees, he will also have half a year of sry deducted as a punishment, hereby specially announcing the oue of our decision to all fans who love Mix battleteam. At the same time, we apologize to everyone. Mix battleteam will definitely, in the days toe, protect the image of professional yers with actions. Should there be any vitions, no matter who, all will be punished with due severity.! That is all. Wishing everyone a good day.] [NowIKnow: What the f*ck? What did I read? Did the trashy influencers backing copse?] [ILoveMyMelonIWontSellHim: Whats going on, our melonrind is so good-tempered, he would fight on the street? Have you guys figured out the reason? You have to bear legal responsibility for ndering a person!] [ALI: Passer-by fan, yet once this scandal about fighting on the streets was revealed, it totally obliterated my favorable impression.] [TingTing: How many years has it been since there were news of professional yers fighting. Heh heh, I still thought the quality of the whole eSports scene had improved. Turns out it was nothing more than this.] [User092687: Thoroughly disappointed in this scene, Im done.] [OMG: Ohmygod! There are still fans trying to whitewash the reputation of their idol under this post! Whats there to rify about such news? Strongly rmend that the club directly kick such people out of the battleteam, dont ruin Mixs good reputation.] On Ji Zhiyaos Weibo, it was a sea of criticism. Most of the haters were verybat efficient, directly appearing to criticize and hurl abuse, saying whatever was unpleasant. Yet because Ji Zhiyao did not stand out and give a response the entire time, and did not apologize on Weibo, his true fans, though with the desire, werecking in strength, not knowing how to defend their MelonRind. There were even some original passer-by fans, who thought that Ji Zhiyao was irresponsible and turned into haters, theirments even more hurtful than some of the other haters. Yet Ji Zhiyao ignored everything. He threw himself onto his bed, with an entire face of injuries, and fell into a deep sleep. The ringtone of his phone sounded by his ear. He had set this ringtone specially for his parents, so the moment he heard it, Ji Zhiyao rolled out of bed in a few seconds and picked up the call. Hello, mum. Zhiyao. His mothers voice was very gentle, coupled with a trace of exhaustion. I saw the news, you got into a fight with other people? Ji Zhiyao never wouldve imagined that his mum would find out about this matter by herself, and instinctively touched the corner of his lips that was still swollen, hissing from the pain before he said vaguely, Mm, I did. Are you injured? N..No. Mum dont worry, Im doing well, you dont have to worry about me. Pausing, he lifted the corner of his lips and smiled as he said, Dont bother about the news online, there is a good reason for it, no one in our battleteam is ming me. Im just being banned frompeting for a week, I will be able to go on the following time wepete. His mother sighed softly and instructed, Thats good to hear, The next time you encounter problems, dont be so reckless. Since youve chosen this path, do think about the responsibilities that you have to bear. Ji Zhiyao froze, then replied in a low and hoarse voice, I got it, thanks mum. His mother said a bit more. Ji Zhiyao heard someone on her side telling her to get ready for an operation and hence chose to hang up. He maintained the position of holding onto his phone for quite some time before leaning back, falling heavily back onto the bed, pain instantly red from all over his back that was already swollen. Cold sweat broke out on his forehead. After a short while, he then picked up his phone and entered Weibo. Thats right. This was his responsibility, he ought to bear it. And not act how he was now, turning a deaf ear to everything. He stared nkly into space and pondered for some time, before drafting a Weibo post and published it. [IndefiniteFutureV: I was wrong for fighting on the streets, I unconditionallyply with the clubs decision to ban me frompeting. I hereby promise the vast amount of fans and friends who like me, that the next time I encounter problems, I will definitely think of another solution and absolutely will not make such a mistake again. From Mix.Yao.] Ji Zhiyao gave another few stares at the screen again, raised his hand to wipe his face, then put on his slippers, pushing open his door to go downstairs. It was already past 7 PM in the night, sounds from the dining room could vaguely be heard on the stairs. Ji Zhiyao arrived on the first floor, made a turn and walked towards the dining room. ... when has he created trouble? So there is definitely a reason for this. Captain could you stop pulling an evil-stepmothers face, do you know what is using love to reform? Just with you behaving like this, even I who did not do anything wrong am feeling terribly afraid, not to mention... Yuan Wei was spluttering away when he caught a glimpse of the figure at the entrance of the dining room and hurriedly stopped talking before gesturing towards him. NoHomo youre here. The takeaway just arrived, its still hot,e eat. Ji Zhiyao smiled and walked to the empty seat beside him to sit down. Lifting his eyes, he looked around at his own teammates, there was confusion, there was worry on their faces, only there wasnt disdain and disgust... He looked down, ignoring Mo Huaifeng who sat on the other side of Yuan Wei, then said, I fell asleep earlier. I thought so too. Yuan Wei carefully peeked secretly towards Mo Huaifeng whose expression was bing more and more sombre and wailed deep down. He was the only person out of the entire base to know exactly what was up between these two people, he would feel slightly guilty if he didnt try to persuade them... But judging by Mo Huaifengs expression, wasnt he just asking for a beating if he did? Nuo nced left and right and sensed the oddness in the atmosphere,ughing dryly, he put his chopsticks down and said, NoHomo, your injuries are slightly terrifying. Ill go get you some band aids and medicinal liquor, you have your dinner first. Without waiting for Ji Zhiyaos reply, he hurriedly sneaked out. Heng followed. Noob Nuo can you carry everything? Lets go lets go Ill help you. Xiao stood up presently. Im rather full from eating, Ille too, take it as a walk to help with digestion. Lastly, it was K. Take me along, take me along. Xiaofei had a spicy crayfish in his mouth while staring at them with a dumbfounded expression and was grabbed and pulled away by Heng who walked back in. Hence the entire dining room became very quiet. Yuan Wei sat in between Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyao and was feeling weak all over from being caught trapped in between, hating himself for the umpteenth time deep down for finding trouble and making himself a piggy in the middle. Time passed minute by minute, Yuan Wei fearfully sensed that a certain air from his right side was so cold that it was almost freezing into ice and could not help but looked towards Ji Zhiyao who appeared all peaceful. Ji Zhiyao was happily digging in, not lifting his head and not speaking too. Yuan Wei was frightened. Um... You guys eat, Im going to the bathroom. Hence there were only two people left in the dining room. Ji Zhiyao finished hisst slice of pizza and sighed contentedly, before drawing a piece of tissue to clean his hands. Before he stood up and prepared to leave, he hesitated in his actions and lowered his gaze as if he was reminded of something. Im full, Captain enjoy. With that, he stood up and walked out with no reluctance. Yuan Wei who was hiding outside the dining room and eavesdropping on them felt his legs turn into jelly and almost fell to his knees. When the sound of footsteps grew closer and closer, the door before him was pushed open, Yuan Wei grabbed on the corner of Ji Zhiyaos shirt and dragged him into the bathroom that was a few meters away and shut the door. Ji Zhiyao looked at him in surprise. Brother Yuan Wei? Damn it hold on for a moment, Ive just made a narrow escape from danger, let me catch my breath. Ji Zhiyao was speechless. With a shift in his thoughts, he could almost guess what Yuan Wei wanted to do and decided to simplyy all the cards on the table. Brother Yuan Wei, about Captain and I, dont bother. You think I want to? If it wasnt because Im afraid that tomorrow the headlines of the eSports scene would be Certain known idol murdered his teammate and boyfriend due to hatred that stemmed from love, I would have left it alone long ago. Yuan Wei paced about in frustration. Speak frankly, whats going on between you and Captain? ... Nothing, youre thinking too much. Bullsh*t! Do you take me to be blind? Must he admit that he did not know either? He too wanted to have a proper conversation with Mo Huaifeng yet he could already feel the aloof air that Mo Huaifeng was letting out continuously and decided altogether not to go close, so as to avoid unhappiness for the both of them. Ji Zhiyao sealed his mouth tighter than a m. Yuan Wei couldnt do anything about it as he scratched his head in defeat and said, Lets put that aside first, how do you n on settling the matter online? I published a Weibo post acknowledging my mistake before I came down, theyre free to say whatever they want. Upon hearing that, Yuan Wei quickly pulled out his phone from his pocket. After reading that post, he sighed and said, Could barely be considered sincere, though you will have to bear with the criticisms even after you apologized, but theres no other way. If you dont admit your mistake, there will be marketing ount appearing tomorrow holding down your mutt head and telling to get out of the eSports scene. Ji Zhiyao froze, then said, Actually I... Oh just shut up! You want to quit the team after losing one small group stage game? How capable! Were you bought with an annual sry of 700 thousand toe y a fakepetition? Ji Zhiyao bowed his head in shame. At least in Yuan Wei eyes, that expression was shame. Hence his mood instantly rxed,pared to earlier, he was all smiles. We have the same amount of umted points as Bug, hence thepetition for this week is us fighting them for second ce. Pick yourself up from where you fell, youll definitely go on for thepetition against Tall Boots next week, have some confidence in yourself. Ji Zhiyao exhaled deeply and nodded as he said, Noted. Then are you still going for this weekspetition? Ji Zhiyao looked towards Yuan Wei in surprise, pondering by himself when he realized that Yuan Wei was being very serious and wasnt joking, after that he lifted the corner of his lips, smiled and said, Ill go, I cant just hide from the public forever. Its great that you can think like this. But you have to prepare yourself mentally, when ites to that time, some words wont sound pleasant. Ji Zhiyao mm-ed in reply. I know that. Thanks Brother Yuan Wei for the reminder. Yuan Wei put his phone away, his fingers touching his jaw as he asked, So why exactly did you get into a fight? Didnt we agree not to mention that? When did I reach an agreement with you? Ji Zhiyao took a step back as if guarding against a thief. Goodnight and sweet dreams Brother Yuan Wei, I shall slip away first. Yuan Wei silently watched Ji Zhiyao who ran away at full speed and sighed heavily. Its difficult to be a good person, even a person who was usually good-tempered was so obstinate, what was he to do? ... Weekend. This was the secondst week ofpetition for the national qualifier, namely the ranking matches on Saturday for the fourth to eighth cings and the scramble for the second and third cings on Sunday. As they had nopetition on Saturday, everyone in Mix only boarded the van to the gymnasium after waking up, watching the ranking matches as ate spectator. When Ji Zhiyao walked right at the end of the team while wearing a mask, he clearly heard from a side of the audience that walked past, someone shouted in detest, Whats up with Mix! Now you guys even dare to let out a scum who fought on the streets? Did you ept bribes at the back? Ji Zhiyaos steps paused slightly, and then continued taking several steps forward with his eyes remaining focused at the front, as if he hadnt heard anything at all. Instead right at the front, there seemed to be amotion. Ji Zhiyao heard Heng who stood in the middle question, Captain, why did you stop walking? What are you looking at? Ji Zhiyao paused in his steps, instinctively looking towards that person. And just right, Mo Huaifeng had also turned and was looking back. At present, he was frowning, an air of displeasure surrounded him. Yet when he met eyes with Ji Zhiyao, Mo Huaifengs brows seemed to be ironed out immediately, then a few seconds after, the frowned returned, even deeper than before. Ji Zhiyao was all baffled, Mo Huaifeng had already turned back, silently continuing to walk. What was up with his Captain? Suddenly turned mad? Why did he suddenly look at him? Ji Zhiyao sat onto the seats belonging to Mix with all his doubts, even the matter of being insulted out of nowhere was thrown to the back of his mind as he was thoroughly engrossed in deliberating over this question. Till his phone vibrated when he received Yuan Weis text. [ManagerYuanWei: If I hadnt held on to Captain earlier, he would have gone up directly and beaten the guy up. Do you still have some bit of awareness young man?] Chapter 166

    Chapter 166: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios [MelonRind: ?] [ManagerYuanWei: And Captain doted on you!] [MelonRind: ?] Ji Zhiyao typed what exactly are you saying halfway, when a thought suddenly formed astutely in his mind. Hold on... Did Mo Huaifeng suddenly stop earlier, because he heard the person in the audience cursing at him? Ji Zhiyao stared dazedly at the screen and found that Yuan Wei had very quickly sent a long chain of texts, his exasperation at Ji Zhiyao not living up to expectations seemed like it was about to leak out of the screen in the next second. [ManagerYuanWei: Dont tell me you didnt hear it! Earlier on there was an idiot in the audience who cursed at you very loudly, Captain caught it, if I hadnt held him down, he definitely wouldve gone over and used a set of punches to send her to the West.] [ManagerYuanWei: So do you have a little f*cking idea in your heart, what will happen if you soften your stance towards Captain first, will it kill you?] [ManagerYuanWei: Quickly! Go hug! Your boyfriend!] He was a little dumbfounded. But wasnt Captain angry at him? Why would... Ji Zhiyao couldnt help but lean forward, only he didnt see Mo Huaifeng, only catching waving his arm at him in a silly manner, cheering him on. But Yuan Weis actions seemed to be too big as it caught Mo Huaifengs attention very quickly. Just as Ji Zhiyao was in a daze, Mo Huaifeng turned his gaze towards his direction. Ji Zhiyao did not avoid this time, instead he met his eyes. A sh of surprise and bewilderment clearly shed across Mo Huaifengs eyes. Both of them shared eye contact for a while and was suddenly interrupted by something like a scream of impossible from thementator on stage, Ji Zhiyao looked towards the stage on reflex. Thispetition was between Skitters and Stickers. Originally, Skitters had already pushed into Stickers base 25 minutes into the base, the gold of Stickers entire team was mercilessly pin down. Yet a second before thementator screamed, Stickers ADC suddenly soared, wiping out Skitters entire team with a Penta Kill, a miraculous y of zero in exchange for five. This could be this seasons top 1 of the impossibleebacks brilliant y cuts. No wonder thementator was so agitated. Ji Zhiyao inhaled deeply. Although thepetition was very exciting, but his chance of openly staring at Captain being interrupted... Truly regretful. He began to stare at the stage and let his mind wander. Before thest match of this morning, Skitters vs Stickers, Ji Zhiyao finally came back to his senses and apuded Skitters victory along with everyone who had been paying attention to the game. Before the audience dispersed, the participating battleteam who were spectating the game all left the gymnasium through the participants passageway. On the van, Heng suggested, We havent had hotpot in a long time, lets have that for lunch? This received unanimous approval from the whole team, hence the van drove directly into the city to the hotpot ce that they went most often. Entering the private room, everyone casually prepared to take their seats ording to the sequence in which they entered the room. Ji Zhiyao was thest, once he stepped in, he coughed a few times and said to Xiao who was about to sit down. Brother Xiao, I see that the geomancy on your side is rather good, the scenery is great too, lets exchange seats? Xiao stared confusedly at him. What? Yuan Wei looked towards Mo Huaifeng who was sitting between himself and Xiao with meaning and said, Dont you always call NoHomo your son, now that your son has a request, you just have to agree. Hence Xiao who was still confused was pulled by Nuo who revealed a look of understanding to his side as he said, NoHomo take your seat, I happened to have some things that I want to talk to Xiao about. Ji Zhiyao replied, Okay. Then dropped his butt into the seat without the slightest hesitation. Mo Huaifengs silent gaze on the cutlery before him froze, Ji Zhiyao pretended that he hadnt noticed at all and bowed his head, silently looking at the phone that he was fiddling about with in his hands. The atmosphere was slightly awkward. Only when the servers brought the food in and everyone started to move and voices grew louder, was the silence from earlier broken. As they ate, Nuo suddenly expressed his deep emotion. Why are all of you suddenly so quiet? Werepeting tomorrow, dont let me suspect that this would be ourst meal please? Xiaofei groaned, ... Brother, can you say something better? Nuo opened his hands wide. me me? Heng joined in. To be honest, I actually have such a feeling too. NoHomo, why arent you talking? The stand-upedy act that I subscribed to is on leave today? Ji Zhiyao being off-guardedly called out lifted his head in surprise, yet after feeling a certain gaze from his left, he thought for a moment and shrugged. Im thinking about our battleteamspetition tomorrow, whether I will be criticized or not. The others became silent. Yuan Wei understood Ji Zhiyaos idea, darting a nce at Mo Huaifeng he sighed and said, That is for sure, since you dare to fight on the streets you have to be mentally prepared, in the scene, with the exception of Captain, no brainless person in the public would think that anyone else is right in whatever they do. At this point, K chimed in, his words a godly assist, NoHomo, I already felt that something was amiss when I saw your Weibo yesterday, next time I encounter such problems, I will definitely first think of another solution... So you certainly do have a reason for this matter. Ji Zhiyao instinctively nced at Mo Huaifeng, then bowed his head. In the eyes of the others, the helplessness of what was on his heart had been touched and he was so ashamed that his ears had turned red. Yet in reality, Ji Zhiyao was infinitely excited at present, wishing that he could stand up and dance a yangko. He must thank K properlyter on! The grace of rebirth is virtually equivalent to that deserved by a biological father! He kept silent for a few seconds, just as the others thought that Ji Zhiyao was still unwilling to say anything and was about to change the topic, Ji Zhiyao spluttered swiftly, Its nothing, just that personsments about Captain werent too pleasant... Everyone was stunned. And Mo Huaifeng even lifted his head abruptly and stared right at Ji Zhiyao. Ji Zhiyao turned his head and smiled widely at Mo Huaifeng, the bruise that was still on the corner of his lips looked to be especiallyughable. Mo Huaifengs expression instantly turned livid and said in a low voice, Follow me outside. With that, he walked out. Ji Zhiyao resignedly touched his ears and stood up too, then exchanged eye contact with Yuan Wei who had an expression of you say it best when you say nothing at all and walked out the door. Mo Huaifeng stood waiting for him behind the door. Seeing him walk out, he reached out and shut the door. Then asked, What exactly happened? Ji Zhiyao lowered his head cowardly. Just that person said youre selling a fake personality, attracting a following and even that you forced an unspoken rule upon me, making me give something in exchange for joining the team and more. At the mention of unspoken rule, he lifted his head and after checking there wasnt anyone else along the corridor,mented boldly, I got my boyfriend based on my own capabilities, why say that I was given an unspoken rule? Was that the main point? Mo Huaifeng was so enraged that he saw stars before his eyes, taking quite some time before he said exasperatedly, You fought over this? Ji Zhiyao nodded honestly. Mo Huaifengs face that was originally livid became even darker. Why didnt you say so previously? Theres nothing to say. Such unpleasant words, why must I repeat it to you? Mo Huaifeng stared at him with mixed feelings. Ji Zhiyao felt that Mo Huaifeng would continue to ask why he was willing to tell the reason now and hence added on quickly. I didnt say anything earlier because I felt that there wasnt a need to, now if I still keep mum youre going to be running away from me. Mo Huaifeng gripped his fingers tightly then rxed, his gaze shifting towards the CCTV on the ceiling of the corridor, using a great deal of effort before he managed to restrain certain impulses deep in his heart. Ji Zhiyao kept his mouth sealed and looked up at Mo Huaifeng, the look in his eyes earnest. If there was a tail behind him, right now it definitely would be wagging all the way into the skies. Mo Huaifeng was aloof. No need to look at me like that, do you not know where you were wrong? Ji Zhiyao continued to look at him unblinkingly, appearing pitiful no matter how one looked at him. Both of them shared eye contact for a few seconds, Mo Huaifeng was finally difited. He was seized by a sudden impulse to soften his attitude and reached out to rub Ji Zhiyaos head. Never mind. Boohoo! The green vein at the corner of Mo Huaifengs forehead throbbed. Shut up! Hold on, let me ask onest question. Ji Zhiyao with an imposing gaze, looked towards Mo Huaifeng. Mo Huaifeng frowned tightly because of how serious he was, yet he heard, Captain, youre not angry anymore right? ... Heh. So why did he think Ji Zhiyao this idiot had some proper business? Mo Huaifeng tugged at the corner of his lips. I am never angry. Doesnt your conscience hurt when you say this? Though he was stumped by Ji Zhiyao, Mo Huaifeng was surprised to find that his own mood had for some reason, became better. A light trace of a smile appeared as he opened the door. Lets eat first, well talk about the rest when we return to the base. Ji Zhiyao followed behind him obediently into the room. Seeing them return and even looking like they were in rather good moods, the others in the team evidently sighed in relief. Nuo exaggeratedly patted his chest. NoHomo, I thought youd been murdered, I kept hesitating whether to go out to save you. Ji Zhiyao rolled his eyes, and b*tched back in a super loud voice. Not in the least bit sincere, but I really do thank you. Youre wee, youre very wee. Ji Zhiyao sat down, picked up a chopstick of bacon from the pot and stuffed it all right into his mouth. Seeing that, Mo Huaifeng picked up thedle and scooped lots of cooked ingredients into his bowl. Putting thedle down, the moment Mo Huaifeng looked up, he realized that everyone with the exception of Ji Zhiyao was staring at him. Mo Huaifeng asked with feignedposure, What? Heng questioned, Captain, you and NoHomo have reconciled and can walk the world all lovey-dovey together again? This is way too fast. Ji Zhiyao was happily eating a chili, when he choked on Hengs lovey-dovey and began to cough. Yet Mo Huaifeng remained unmoved, even pouring Ji Zhiyao a ss of water and patted his back. Yeah, arent all of you very happy? Heng did not expect that Mo Huaifeng would y along andughed dryly, Im virtually so happy I can die without regrets. Yuan Wei ended the banter. Alright, stop messing. Captain, since NoHomo has already made clear the reason, can we report it to the club and find some solution? Our battleteam will bepeting tomorrow, hed definitely feel kidnapped by morals and conscience. Ji Zhiyaos eyes instantly widened and instinctively looked towards Mo Huaifeng whose expression had already faded off and swiftly threw meaningful nces at Yuan Wei, signaling him to stop talking and quickly shut his mouth. Yet Yuan Wei seemed to be missing a marble or two. NoHomo, whats wrong with you, is your eye cramping? Ji Zhiyao nced guiltily at Mo Huaifeng and found that he was staring nkly at him. Damn it! Had he been possessed by a pig earlier, why did he think that Yuan Wei this idiot was a godly wingman? Earlier when he was alone with Mo Huaifeng outside, he kept trying to avoid the topic of the aftermath of the fight, just so that Mo Huaifeng wouldnt me himself or what. It was even better now, he hadnt even said a single word, once Yuan Wei opened his mouth, everything waspletely let out. His heart felt so tired. Ji Zhiyao cowered into a heap, meekly picking up a chopstick of chinese cabbage and chewed. You guys talk, you guys talk. Yuan Wei stared at him. What exactly had happened? But Captains expression really didnt look too pleasant. Its said that a womans face is akin to the weather June, changing whenever, yet his Captain didnt seem to be far off from thedies. Yuan Wei was feeling puzzled when he heard Mo Huaifeng say indifferently, You can stay out of this, I will handle this matter. Yuan Wei nodded firmly. All the best Captain, after all the repercussions of this incident are really damaging, if not handled properly it would seen as an intentionally move to turn his image around, NoHomos reputation will go to the dooms right away. What talk about a professional yer, he probably can only be a professional actor in the eyes of everyone paying attention to this incident. Ji Zhiyao eximed. Big brother would you please just shut up! Excuse me? I just put forward a very logical assumption that even has a 99% possibility of happening, why are you being like this to me? If you dont shut up now Im calling the police! You- Mo Huaifeng stepped in. Both of you shut up, if you continue to quarrel you can get out! Not a single word came from Ji Zhiyao and Yuan Wei. Once Captain spoke up, he very capably shut them up, both their faces were full of grievance. Mo Huaifeng continued, I will handle it and I will take things up with the club if there are any problems, you... He pointed at Yuan Wei. Concentrate on being the manager, prepare ne tickets for the whole team to go on holiday after the national qualifiers. And for you... He then pointed to Ji Zhiyao. Concentrate on preparing for the championship match, everything else has nothing to do with you. Yuan Wei shouted, Okay daddy! Ji Zhiyao followed. I got it daddy! The others stared on. Mo Huaifeng nodded very satisfiedly. ... Sunday was the runner-up match between Mix battleteam and Bug battleteam. On Saturday, the fourth to eighth cings of the national qualifiers had emerged, leaving the top three cings thatpetition for had yet to begin. Because Mix and Bug had the same umted points, once todayspetition ended, one out of these two battleteams would emerge and battle Tall Boots for the championship title of the national qualifiers. As there was only the final battle between two battleteams and there was ample time, after negotiations between the organizingmittee representative and battleteams, the match was officially set to begin at 2 PM. The entire Mix arrived at the gymnasium punctually at 1:30 PM. Thispetition was of utmost importance, five matches of 5v5. Xiaofei requested vehemently not to go on, while Ji Zhiyao was banned frompeting, the both of them naturally sat in the waiting room, being stay-at-home children. Ji Zhiyao looked towards the electronic screen hanging on the wall and inhaled deeply. He did not need to go on for this battle, he didnt know where the intuition came from but he was oddly nervous. Before they left the base, his right eyelid had twitched several times. Though ording to science, eyelids twitching is due to over-exhaustion, it was hard for him to be non-superstitious and was still reminded of the saying Twitching of the left eye indicates wealth and twitching of the right eye indicates disaster... Touch wood touch wood touch wood! This was already the 21st century, he was a great young man born into a good family with proper upbringing, why did he keep thinking about such unreliable things? Chapter 167

    Chapter 167: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao could not help but scorn himself a bit at heart, then decided to abandon superstition, and returned to the arms of science once more. At this time Xiaofei spoke up, his doubtful tone sessfully pulling Ji Zhiyao who had taken off into his thoughts back to reality. Brother, why do I feel that Bug battleteam seems slightly different from before? Ji Zhiyao curiously turned towards the electronic screen and asked, How are they diff... He paused. They were really different. The moving camera captured the expression of every Bug battleteam member walking onto the stage, they all seemed very... peaceful. Like a pool of stagnant water. Take for example Mix, they were also very peaceful, but traces of eagerness could vaguely be seen through their asional conversations and expressions. Using the word peaceful to describe them, wasnt too apt. If he must find a suitable adjective, it would probably be... Numb. Ji Zhiyao shuddered in fear from this word that jumped out subconsciously in his mind, yet he had to admit that this word seemed to fit Bugs current condition the best... Just what was going on? As he had been too bogged down because of his troubles with Mo Huaifeng, Ji Zhiyao had absolutely no time to read the gossip on Tieba and Weibo. Hence he asked Xiaofei, Was there any news of Bug battleteam recently? Brother, dont you know? The president of Bug battleteams fan club said that Qiang would be retiring after the national qualifiers. The fan club are in already in preparations to get a gift for him, oh yes, I even donated 300 yuan yesterday for that. Ji Zhiyao was virtually in total disbelief. Retirement? Hasnt he just turned 21 this year? This is the absolute golden age and he had just renewed his contract with the club in summer, why is he going to retire now? For that question, even if you ask me, I wouldnt know. After that, Xiaofei appeared slightly hesitant. He suspiciously nced left and right before saying, But I heard something, brother dont tell anyone else. Qiang isnt retiring on his own will, seems like it is because he offended someone and made the clubpensate money, the club didnt want to keep him anymore and initiated terminating the contract. Ji Zhiyao questioned back, Offended someone? Xiaofei nodded, then added quickly, Its hearsay for me too, not sure if its true, brother you can just take it with a pinch of salt. Ji Zhiyao mm-ed, his brows involuntarily knitting tightly. Qiang is Bugs captain, hed always been steady and well-restrained, very warm to others. Ji Zhiyao could still remember the previous time, after thepetition between Mix and Bug, when they were shaking hands, Qiang even specially gave him some words of encouragement, very much like a senior. If it must be said that he offended someone... Only one person came to mind. The one who had been banned frompeting, Big Fish. Earlier on Xiaofei even said something about making the club have topensate, now that he thought about it carefully, it was very much possible that it was referring to Big Fish. But why would Bugs club ban Qiang who has been a captain in the battleteam for four years over an ordinary Korean reinforcement who was bought in? Ji Zhiyao couldnt figure it out no matter how he looked at it. Xiaofei pointed towards the wall. Theyre starting. Ji Zhiyao came back to his senses and looked towards the screen with Xiaofei. Thementators for todayspetition had been changed to two very serious ones, they began to analyze the lineup of both teams, particrly detailed that they talked about every champion chosen. Mix picked early game champions for the first match, whereas Bugs lineup was rtively more stable. 15 minutes into the game, Mo Huaifeng got the first kill at the bottomne, Heng pushed down the first turret in the middlene. There was no longer any suspense with regards to the winning and losing of thepetition. Mix and Bugs capabilities were out there for everyone to see. Mix was especially skilled in catching little mistakes of their opponents, just from how Bugs midner was a rather inexperienced little reserve and was now a mess from being caught multiple times, Mix was sure to win. Facts proved that Ji Zhiyao did not read the game wrongly. This match ended in the 35th minute; Bugs turrets were a mess, while Mixs turrets had only been pushed to the second ones. The screen was still showing the exciting moments from the match when all of Mixs members had already walked out of the participants passageway and entered the waiting room. Heng dropped into the sofa and gulped down half a bottle of water, then said, Bugs condition seemed to be a little off today, Captain, did you realize? Mo Huaifeng was seated beside Ji Zhiyao, upon hearing that, he lifted his eyes slightly. Mm. At the side, Ji Zhiyao was especially tempted to tell them about rumors he heard earlier and ask whether it was true or not, yet they were going topete in a while, he was worried that this matter would affect everyones mood, and was hence left scratching his head alone. Mo Huaifeng darted a nce towards him and caught sight of that, and said, Dont worry, soon. Ji Zhiyao was confused. Huh? Keep an eye on Weibo. Ji Zhiyao continued to be confused. Ill turn on my livestream to exin things tonight, this incident would then be considered over. Mo Huaifeng lifted the corner of his lips slightly, appearing to be in quite a good mood. Ji Zhiyao looked speechless and dumbfounded. What was this person feeling happy over? The break time passed in the atmosphere of the two whistling in the wind, once the notification sounded, the five people who were set topete put their bottles down and stood up, walking into the participants passageway. Ji Zhiyao took a few nces at the screen, then pulled out his phone. Since Mo Huaifeng told him to check Weibo, no matter what it was, he would take a look first. Hence Ji Zhiyao entered Weibo. Yet he didnt know what to look out for and aimlessly tapped into thements section of his previous posts, to search for some sense of existence. With one look, he really found something. So many people had tagged him in thements of his previous apology post, together withments like the plot takes on a shocking turn, are you surprised, are you shocked and even adding a web link, as if they were about to start something big. Ji Zhiyao confusedly tapped in, then realized... The other end of the link was indeed something big. A user called KKKnee had a Weibo post pinned right at the top of his profile. [KKKnee: After keeping it in for so many days, I really cannot hold it in anymore, let me tell you everything about a certain eSports reserve who had been criticized really badly recently. I was at the actual scene of the fight, you cant me the reserve, its mainly because the person who was beaten was overly offensive, mentioning unspoken rules and gaining followers, even dissing Fi-god, leading the life of a wh*re and expecting a monument to his chastity. Those who are usually hated on for trying to bring the doings of the entertainment industry into the eSports scene are undoubtedly such people. And the reserve was beaten much more badly... I kept a few photos, I will show it to all of you, so as to avoid being called an attention seeker. [image.jpg] ] What the f*ck? He tapped on the image. The person in the photo was indeed him, his face all flushed, the look in his eyes extremely cold. Though the photo was slightly blurry, he could still faintly discern the faces. Just which brother was so infinitely resourceful? Ji Zhiyao waspletely puzzled. He couldnte with an answer and continued to scroll down, then realizing that one of thements below this post was You dont even have any form of evidence for your words, just based on these few photos, youre probably bought by the attention seeker to whitewash himself, whereas KKKnee was very unyielding and replied below directly I am willing to bear all legal responsibilities, if this is fake,e sue me directly. And once he said this, thements below all began to express that they were convinced. And after that, it was the start of a war to tear haters down jointly done by Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifengs fans. Going at the marketing ounts that criticized them previously, going at the passers-by who condemned them, there were even people who went to the official Weibo ount of the team and chided the club for their awry perception of people... Positive and negative words were all mixed together, it was a true bustle. Ji Zhiyao inhaled deeply. He was clear that the dont be too anxious that Mo Huaifeng had said to him was probably referring to this. The details about his fight that was revealed. Now in less than five minutes, there were more and more people who werementing below the Weibo post, the reposts had also wholly exceeded ten thousand. Calcting ording to such a trend, it would spread to a good half of the eSports scene very soon. Whereas if the rest was handled well, most of the problems that he was facing now would be easily resolved. This was really... Regardless of how this person had put everything on Weibo with the photos, Mo Huaifeng must have spent a great deal of effort looking for all these. And if it wasnt because this information was made known, he would bepletely oblivious... at the thought of this, Ji Zhiyao almost couldnt control his own feelings, feeling especially tempted to rush onto the stage and question Mo Huaifeng loudly, then bite onto his lips harshly. He put down his phone and lifted this head to look towards the electronic screen. Perhaps because he was good-looking with great skills and attracted lots of fans, the cameraman especially favored Mo Huaifeng, in the few seconds that Ji Zhiyao looked up, it happened to be a closeup of the camera pointing right at Mo Huaifeng. The man was young and handsome, he frowned and said something into the ear-mic, the manner of him in headphones and gaming seriously was exceptionally attractive. And at the thought that such a good-looking Mo Huaifeng was his... Ji Zhiyao couldnt keep it in. Hehehehehe! On the other side, Xiaofei, Yuan Wei and the stats analyzer who were attentively watching thepetition were shocked. The corner of Yuan Weis lips twitched as he asked, NoHomo what are you doing? Ji Zhiyao coughed twice in all seriousness. Nothing. Heh heh, Im not buying your sh*t. With a sudden inspiration, Ji Zhiyao said, Take a look at Weibo. Yuan Wei skeptically brought out his phone, his thumb tapping a few times on the screen. After several minutes, he pped his thigh and became rather agitated. Who is this 3k, such a helpful citizen, Im going to make the club present him with an award. No need to thank the club, we just need to thank Captain. Yuan Wei instinctively replied, Captains great kindness I will never.... At this point, his mouth sealed shut, as he looked towards the grinning Ji Zhiyao, he then realized that this rascal was f*cking putting up a show of affection, his expression then instantly became one of bitterness and hatred. He was simply a weak and pitiful and helpless battleteam manager, why must they do this to him! Ji Zhiyaos goal was achieved, he smacked his lips very satisfactorily, put his phone away and focused on thepetition. Bug battleteams condition in the second match was much better than in the first, it was probably because their midner had adjusted his mentality. Though at present, 20 minutes had passed, the situation on field right now was evenly matched, no one was giving in to the other. Bug battleteams bottomne turrets were already in a mess from being pushed down, but their topne was as stable as it could get, a level and almost 1000 gold higher than K. Mo Huaifeng noticed that things werent right and rushed to the jungle to take over Xiao, while Xiao rotated to the topne, barely defending against the opponents with K. On the other hand, the middlene did not have many problems, Heng was especially enthusiastic in teasing the little midner boy opposite, even mischievously showed off his skills and stole the opponents blue buff, in the end his head was taken by the elusive Qiang using a set ofbined abilities, Mix lost a turret in the middlene. Xiaofei sighed sincerely with emotion. Brother Heng relies totally on the waves [1. another meaning for the same Chinese character which also means frivolous] instead of using the oars when he is on the boat [2. has the meaning of no effort or sense of direction, ying as he wishes to], such spirit is virtually a level never known before! Ji Zhiyao snorted out loud. The stats analyzer rolled up the notebook in his hands. Hes obviously asking for a beating, when hees backter, I will beat his mutt head in. Because Heng and K were too frivolous in the early phases, this matchsted a good 40 minutes before Mix clinched the victory with 30:26 kills. When they returned to the waiting room, the stats analyzer lived up to his own words and gave a hard knock on Hengs head. Heng shrieked repeatedly. Old Ning what are you doing! Hitting a drum? y more! Today I will beat you little b*tch till you wake up! Heng covered his head and scurried away, the stats analyzer followed behind, running in circles, with a stance of never letting up till he had beaten him to death. The others sat on the sofa watching the show, just a step from fishing out melon seeds from their pockets. Ji Zhiyao restrained his thoughts and watched on for a while and finally couldnt suppress it anymore, then used his elbow to poke Mo Huaifeng. Mo Huaifeng turned over, Ji Zhiyao whispered, Captain, I saw it! Mo Huaifeng went nk, as if not quite understanding what he was talking about. Ji Zhiyao reminded him. Weibo! Mo Huaifeng then made an mm sound, saying in a low voice, How are you nning to repay me? Ill give you three loud kowtows? Mo Huaifeng looked at him as if he had a lot to say, after some time he then found a suitable description. Did you not take your medicine before you left the house today? You! I loved you. 1 The bit of feeling touched in Ji Zhiyaos heartpletely disappeared and he was left with just one sentence. Heh, all men are yers. This line sounded oddly familiar. Had he said this before in the past? Yet before Mo Huaifeng coulde up with anything at all, the bell for the third match of thepetition sounded. He stood up and dragged Heng who was still running around to him in one grab. Stop fooling around, time topete. Heng panted, almost breaking into tears. Fortunately it rang in time, otherwise blood would have been shed. The stats analyzer also stopped, saying with a straight face and a stable heart beat. Theres still a long time toe, dont worry. Since the moment you hit me, you and I never had a future! Mo Huaifeng directly dragged Heng who was carelessly thumping about, theughing K and the rest followed behind them and left the waiting room too. Ji Zhiyaoughed till his stomach ached, after the stats analyzer sat back onto the sofa, he calmly rubbed it in. Hengcks exercise. Ji Zhiyao made the hmm sound, suddenly being reminded of Mo Huaifengs eight packs and his own pale and chubby tummy... He flexed to act out the non-existent muscles on his arms and suggested. We can buy a few treadmills for the base, inte-addicted youths need to exercise too. Yuan Wei answered him. We used to have them. Only one fine day cobwebs grew all over one treadmill, they were then all sent out by Captain and thrown into the underground garage. So just where did Mo Huaifengs abse from! So pissed that he became a puffer fish! As thepetition against Bug was set for first three wins out of five games, and Mix had won two matches, the second cing of the national qualifiers was essentially in Mixs bag already. Chapter 168

    Chapter 168: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Before thepetition began, Ji Zhiyao had thought so. Yet, the third matchsted past 40 minutes and was still in a deadlock. Ji Zhiyao stared unblinkingly at the screen, his lips pursed as he looked towards Xiao who had copsed to the ground a few seconds before. Qiang had suddenly appeared out of the bushes earlier and caught Xiao off-guard. Xiao hurriedly moved backwards and dodged, originally the movement of his fingers were very fast, but in the moment as he was about to break away from Qiangs range of attack, the actions of the assassin championgged for a second. Qiang grabbed the chance and gave Xiao a fatal strike. Ji Zhiyao frowned deeply. From the close up that shed by earlier, he clearly say the Xiao had swung his arm forcefully, as if he didnt feel too good. Was his wrist injury acting up again? Ji Zhiyao lifted his head. Brother Ning, Brother Yuan Wei, Xiaofei, you guys caught that? Xiaofei nodded, Yuan Wei stayed silent, the stats analyzers expression was also very solemn as he replied, Mm. Ji Zhiyao questioned out loud, Isnt Brother Xiaos hand fully recovered? It might be because the duration these two matches have been rather long, Im not too sure now. When we return to the base, well get the physiotherapist to take a look. The stats analyzers brows were knitted tightly. He happened to be on leave today for something he had on, originally we didnt think too much of thispetition, didnt expect it to be such a coincidence. Ji Zhiyao was bing nervous even in his breathing. Previously for every match they had, the physiotherapist would follow along, yet today, it was just unfortunate. Yuan Wei chimed in. Dont be too worried for now, once the match ends well ask Xiao. If it isnt considered too serious, we still have the stabilizing spray, itll help him hang in there for some time. The stats analyzer agreed. Mm. So long as we win this match and be promoted to second cing, we can directly take Xiao to the hospital. Ji Zhiyao nodded silently, continuing to look at the electronic screen. If it wasnt because he was reckless in a moment and fought on the streets, he should have been Xiaos reserve for this match. This way, Xiao wouldnt have to continuously y long durations of dder matches [1. Refers to long matches where both teams are unable to quickly push their opponents crystal to attain victory and have to hold their dder to continue ying.]. It was all his fault. Ji Zhiyao bowed his head, only lifting it up again after quite some time. The match was still on-going. At the 50th minute, no matter whichne, both teams had no turrets left, the total number of kills had also risen to 46, yet the oue of the match remained unknown. Ji Zhiyao saw Xiaos gradually paling face that shed by from time to time on the screen, feeling so nervous that his knuckles turned white from his grip, not forgetting to pray deep down for the match to end quickly, with their battleteam clinching the victory so they can then quickly send Xiao to the hospital. Yet nothing ever works out the way you want it to. In thest team fight that urred in the middlene, as Xiao couldnt dodge in time in addition to his position being too front, he was killed in a matter of seconds, Heng who hid behind him also couldnt move in time and was left with shreds of health as he quickly recalled back to the fountain. Losing two main forces all of a sudden, Mix was naturally disadvantaged in the team fight. Finally as Xiao was anxiously waiting to respawn, Qiang together with the midner and support marched in, first finishing off Heng with a far range attack, then destroyed Mixs crystal. They lost. The atmosphere in the waiting room instantly became very somber. The stats analyzer knocked himself on the head with a pen and said after sighing, So close. Now we definitely have to y on. Can Xiao still hang on? Yuan Wei asked with a frown. After he got the stats analyzer reply of I dont know, he restlessly paced two rounds around the room. We cannot take such things lightly. Im calling the club, get them to remove NoHomos ban. The stats analyzer nodded. Well do just that, make the call. Yuan Wei had just picked up his phone when he saw the five people representing the battleteam entering the waiting room sessively, their expressions werent as bad as he had imagined. Ji Zhiyao jumped right up from the sofa and went forward asking, Brother Xiao, is your hand okay? Are you alright? Xiao swung his arm, making nothing of it. Dont worry, what could happen to me, its just thepeting duration is too long, my wrist is slightly swollen, its normal. If you dont believe me, you can ask Heng and Captain, positions like ours that rely heavily on handling will cause our wrist to swell very easily. Ji Zhiyao looked nkly towards Mo Huaifeng, Mo Huaifeng lifted his left hand, gesturing as he said, My hand is a little swollen too. Yuan Wei was still raising his phone, upon hearing that he first put his hand down and confirmed once more. Xiao you sure? If not? Where are the stabilizing sprays that we bought, let us use them. By the way, why are you raising your phone? Thought your wrist injury acted up, I was about to call the club to get them to remove the ban. Worrying for nothing. The stats analyzer brought out the little bottles of sprays for traumatic injuries from his bag, Ji Zhiyao obediently ran over and fetched them, then stuff a bottle each to Mo Huaifeng and Heng, thest, he hugged onto himself and ran towards Xiao, eagerly saying, Brother Xiao give me your hand, Ill massage it for you. Hm? My sons so good today? Thats of course, Ive always been this good. Is this amount of force alright? Not too bad, not too bad, rotate it a few times too. Sure, if Im using too much force, you must tell me yeah! Mo Huaifeng with a spray bottle stuffed in his hands looked on. He coldly watched a certain someone who was all over Xiao, his mood unpleasant to the limit. Ji Zhiyao massaged and suddenly sneezed. Whats wrong, did you catch a cold? Ji Zhiyao rubbed his nose and said casually, No. I dont know which idiot is scolding me. Mo Huaifeng the idiot was speechless. Ji Zhiyao finished helping Xiao massage his wrist, unsure whether it was purely mental or what, he felt that Xiaos wrist wasnt as swollen as it was when he first entered the waiting room. Hence he heaved a sigh of relief while capping up the spray. Turning back to return the spray to the stats analyzer, it happened that Mo Huaifeng was standing behind him. Ji Zhiyao happened to meet his eyes. Ji Zhiyao was shocked. Captain why arent you sitting down and resting, what are you standing up for? Mo Huaifeng sneered through his nose then sat back onto the sofa without turning back. Ji Zhiyao waspletely baffled. He handed the spray over and moved to Yuan Weis side, giving him a look. Yuan Wei read him very quickly and mouthed. Captain is jealous! My big brother! What the f*ck, was that for real? Ji Zhiyao couldnt help but turned over to look at Mo Huaifeng and found him with his arms crossed before his chest, seated with his head bowed, appearing especially aggrieved. He tugged at the corner of his lips and dashed over, his eyes curving from his smile. Captain, does your hand hurt, want me help you massage it? Mo Huaifeng lifted his head, but before he said anything, Nuo who was seated on the other sofa shook off all the goosebumps on his body. NoHomo could you behave more normally? That tone sounds like an actual gangster, if Captain was a youngdy, youd definitely be arrested. Whos a youngdy, you repeat yourself. Nuo unwillingly shut his mouth. Ji Zhiyaomented indignantly, WTF? Im an all-rounded young man who serves the public assiduously, a professional yer with an annual sry of 700 thousand, a person with such a personal worth bing your little massage boy, shouldnt you guys be extremely thankful for me? Mo Huaifeng replied snidely, You shut up too. This is hegemonism! Everyone in the room was cackling, seeming very delighted that their Captain had been stumped. Mo Huaifeng looked all resigned, unable to do anything with Ji Zhiyao who was filled with righteous rage... In the end he could only use his hand and push Ji Zhiyaos face away, feigning disdain. So greasy, stay away from me. Upon hearing that, Ji Zhiyao paused for a short moment then moved back quickly. I dont think I washed my face in the morning. Captains expression turned from looking stumped to disgust, disdain written all over his face and inside out. Ji Zhiyao felt especially pained with regard to this, as he was about to say something, the bell for the fourth match sounded. Everyone stood up, Xiao said, Comrades, lets put in more effort, if we cant take this match down, you might not see aplete me anymore. Mo Huaifeng instructed, Lets end it fast, dont drag the time. After vocalizing his eight-word motto, he undetectably nodded to Ji Zhiyao, then took the lead in walking in the passageway. The others followed behind. Ji Zhiyao exhaled deeply, sat down and stared fixedly at the electronic screen. This match was of utmost importance. If they win, Mix would directly advance to the second cing of the national qualifiers; if they lose, then Mix and Bug would be standing on the edge of the cliff together and they even had to bear the risk of Xiaos wrist being unable to handle a fifth match. His teammates, must win! The match began very quickly. Once the match started, Xiao hid in the bushes, jumping out at the critical moment and helped Mo Huaifeng to take first blood. Though he was also left with a bar of health himself, but being able to force his opponent to miss a wave of minions at the start of the match was still very worth it. Then Xiao plunged into the jungle, Ji Zhiyao also shifted his focus from him to the topne, where K was. Probably because Xiaos warning before the match worked, Ji Zhiyao realized that K was very stable in this match, staying conscientiously under the turret since the start, no matter how tempting the opponent looked, he just wouldnt step out. Ji Zhiyao heaved a sigh of relief, ording to the current situation, as long as K remains stable and does not wander, there shouldnt be any problem with them clinching the victory for this match. Except for the first kill that happened at the bottomne, everyone securely developed till the seventh minute, even if they bumped into each other from time to time, they were all near misses, the condition of Mixs gold was still slightly better than that of Bug. Such a situation sustained till both teams had essentially reached level four. Xiao hid in the bushes just after jungling, seeming like he was preparing to help Heng tempt the opponent. Heng behaved as if a drama-queen had possessed him, he pretended to cautiously take two steps then quickly retreated back under the turret. Bugs midner had not experienced muchpetition and was naturally baited very quickly. As he walked towards the Mixs turret, Heng stepped forward with a smirk, Xiao also jumped out of the bush. What seemed like an almost perfect ambush, took on aplete turn of events after Qiang and Boom leaped out from another bush. Heng and Xiao were instantly stunned. Ji Zhiyao nervously gripped both of his hands together tightly. As Boom was jungling and was extremely close to the middle bushes, the fact he jumped out wasnt surprising. Yet with regards to the topne, Ji Zhiyao had just saw Qiang go forward to engage K and did not notice when he had started to shift to the middlene. 3v2, and the skills were extremely aggressive. By the time Mo Huaifeng rushed to the middlene, the dust had basically settled. The scales tipped towards Bug battleteam at once. Ji Zhiyao frowned, Xiaofei also followed, sighing deeply. Yet at present, the mood of the Mix yers on stage werent any better than theirs. Heng threw down his mouse in annoyance. Shouldnt have been greedy for that kill earlier, its all great now, 2 deaths in exchange of none. K: This time its mainly on me, I didnt notice that Qiang had gone to the middlene. This fellow is also shady enough, wanted to go to the middlene but still insisted on making a huge round from his original route. Xiao: Brothers please work hard, if we have another 60 minutes match, Ill be dying on the spot. Mo Huaifeng was very calm as he said, Their levels arent much higher. I will go for the opposite midner in a while, we can catch up. With that, he hurriedly swiped a nce at Xiaos red and swollen wrist, asking, Still okay? Xiao: Not too good at the moment, reckon I need to take a break soon. Mo Huaifeng: Go for the little dragon once you respawn, bring the pace up, but dont be impatient. Xiao: Okay, dont worry. Hence when he respawned, Xiao saw that the opponents were far away and took down the little dragon, then worked with Mo Huaifeng to kill off Bugs little midner reserve. Mix was catching up bit by bit from their inferior position. Yet when the match continued on past 20 minutes, it was evident to the audience that Xiao was having difficulty. The speed at which he flickered wasnt as quick, there were several times when he couldnt dodge attacks and copse directly, bing Mixs ATM for kills. Each time he was killed, he would instinctively swing his wrist hard, as if by doing so he would not feel any pain. Yet it did not work. Xiao as a jungler, seemed to be disconnected, dragging down the pace of the entire team. Yet Mix did not drag on, in the subsequent period of the match, Mo Huaifeng used his actions to show everyone who was watching the match, the cultivation of an ADC; killing madly, pushing turrets, even jungling from time to time. Only although Mo Huaifeng yed aggressively, due to the Xiaos wrist injury and his motility deteriorating, he could only be considered half a yer, hence the match still dragged on to 43 minutes, before Mix clinched victory. Only when thementator announced that the results were valid, did Ji Zhiyao finally rxpletely. A win at longst, feels like even the match for the championship title at the previous national qualifiers did not even make me this worried. The stats analyzer stared at the screen, speaking as he brought out the spray from his bag. Xiaos condition isnt too good, Xiaofei, take this and go meet them. Xiaofei quickly stood up and ran over. Sure, leave it to me. He grabbed the spray and dashed into the participants passageway. While Yuan Wei walked out with his phone, as he ounted, Thankfully we kept the number of the hospital where Xiao did his surgery, I call and check if the doctor is avable, well head to the hospital directly from here. The hasty atmosphere affected Ji Zhiyao at the same time, he stood up and nced left and right, not knowing what he could do and decided to start packing up their belongings, so that they could leave quicklyter. He had arranged the bags properly when the others walked out of the participants passageway, the one being crowded around was Xiao. Ji Zhiyao hurriedly went forward and asked, Brother Xiao, are you okay? A small, resigned smile tugged on Xiaos lips as he lifted his left wrist that was twice the size of his right. Just looks a little scary, Im good for now, dont worry. He was obviously lying. Ji Zhiyao pursed his lips. Heng rebutted directly. Stop putting on a strong front, were not blind, do you think we cant tell? Chapter 169

    Chapter 169: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios That made Xiao shut up, Heng handed Xiaos equipment bag that was in his hands to Ji Zhiyao. NoHomo, help Xiao the mutt carry it. Ji Zhiyao took it and packed Xiaos other belongings then carried it. The others were packing their own things when Yuan Wei happened to walk in and said, The driver is already waiting at the entrance, lets go, well go to the hospital directly. Hence everyone packed as fast as they could, then left the gymnasium. The van drove very quickly, heading right for the hospital. Yuan Wei had called to check, the doctor who operated on Xiao was free. The entire group went right to the doctors office, when they were approaching, they were stopped by a passing nurse. The office is only that big, there are so many of you, please dont go in all at once, it will be an inconvenience when the doctor examines the patient. Mo Huaifeng frowned slightly, turned back and said, Yuan Wei, NoHomo, both of you follow me in. The others wait outside for a while. Ji Zhiyao nodded. Mo Huaifeng called Yuan Wei along because they needed to give the club an exnation; he was called because he was Xiaos reserve, whatever was happening to Xiao would concern him greatly. He understood. Hence the four of them entered the doctors office. The moment the doctor saw Xiaos arm, his brows knitted together. Didnt I say that you must moderate the use of the arm after the surgery? Why did it be like this again? Yuan Wei smiled apologetically. Its our fault, well certainly reflect on ourselves after this. But doctor, wont you examine him first? You dont even take care of yourselves, what can I say? The doctor pulled a long face and lifted Xiaos wrist, turning it around a few times. Xiao seemed to be in some pain as he hissed out loud. The doctor put his hand down and opened his medical record. There might be problems with the bones, well take an X-ray. When the X-ray was developed, it was already half an hourter. The doctor looked at it against the light for some time before he spoke up, What work do you do? It hasnt been a year since the surgery and your condition has worsened till it is almost as bad as before the surgery. If it continues on this way, you wont even be able to carry heavy things on this arm anymore. Doctor, did you see wrongly, is his condition really so serious? Yuan Wei was the first to turn anxious. It hasnt been too long since his surgery, it shouldnt be. Thats why I asked about your work. It will only be this way if he had used his hand frequently. The doctor continued, Its impossible to do another surgery. If you still want your hand, do take good care of it, quit your current job. Ji Zhiyao instinctively looked towards Xiao and found that his expression that already didnt look too good earlier had instantly turned wan. Mo Huaifeng nced at Xiao and patted his shoulder in constion as he asked the doctor, About how long would he have to rest for? The duration would have to be deliberated and set as you guys deem fit, but it would at the very least have to be half a year. Then Mo Huaifeng also became silent. The doctor was immersed in writing his medical records. Ill first prescribe an anti-inmmation IV drip to reduce swelling, youd be on it for a week. The aftercare would then depend on you guys. Yuan Wei thanked the doctor. Sure, thank you. Please continue with your writing, well go get the drip in a while. The doctor finished writing, Yuan Wei took it and the four people left the room. Ji Zhiyao was right at the back and closed the door to the office. The others crowded around them once they stepped out, Nuo asked, Captain, Yuan Wei, how is Xiao? Mo Huaifeng and Yuan Wei shared eye contact, Yuan Wei said, Well go handle the procedures first, let Xiao get an IV drip. Seeing that things didnt see quite right, Nuo immediately shut his mouth and stopped questioning. Him and Heng stood on one side each and propped Xiao up, moving towards the wards, Xiaofei and the stats analyzer followed behind them. Seeing them leave, Yuan Wei unmasked himself, appearing rather bogged down as he said, Captain, Ill go pay the fees first. Mm. Hence Yuan Wei left too. Leaving Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyao alone. Ji Zhiyao was feeling very down, after keeping quiet for a few seconds, he said hoarsely, I shouldnt have fought. If it wasnt for me being banned and not being allowed to go on, Brother Xiao would not have to y consecutively for three hours, this hand also wouldnt end up being in such a serious condition now. Hearing that he was putting all the me on himself, Mo Huaifeng could not help but frowned as he corrected, No. Previously during the training camp by Coach Kang, I asked Xiao in private. He said that the doctor said it was alright for him to continue gaming temporarily, thats why I allowed him to train with us. But with how the doctor spoke earlier, he obviously did not know. Ji Zhiyao was drawn in by what Mo Huaifeng said and recalled the doctors words in the office earlier and concluded. Mo Huaifeng tugged at the corner of his lips and did not continue on the topic, but said, Lets go to the ward first. Everything else, we can discusster. Ji Zhiyao nodded. The atmosphere in the ward was dull and depressed. Up till Yuan Wei ended his called and entered the room, saying, I just called the club, some things we will discuss next time. Xiaos drip bottle is so big, seems like its gonna be another hour before hes done. Its almost 6 PM now, do you guys want to go get dinner first? K replied, Its okay, Im not too hungry. Well wait till Xiao is done to go together. The others nodded in agreement. Yuan Wei looked at Mo Huaifeng like he was seeking help, Mo Huaifeng was straightforward about it. We have some things to talk about. In that case, sure, then well head out first, well bring some food back for you guys. Heng said. Mo Huaifeng nodded. At once, with the exception of Yuan Wei and himself, the others all left the ward. Yuan Wei stood up and closed the door tightly. Mo Huaifeng had yet to speak when Xiao first smiled bitterly and admitted, Captain, I know what you want to ask. I lied previously, actually all along, the doctor had not rmended that I use my hand, saying I should rest for at least a year, so I simply decided to keep my career from him too. Mo Huaifeng said quietly, I should have called the doctor and rified things, as Captain, this is on me. Xiao was so shocked that he sat up at once, What has it got to do with you Captain? Youve urged me so many times, I wanted to ruin myself, you wont be able to stop me even if you wanted to. You knew that you were doing yourself in too? Xiao instantly stopped talking. Yuan Wei sat by the bed. Xiao, I really dont understand, can apetition be more important than your hand? Youre not a reserve, why must you push yourself? Its not. Xiao rebutted. He seemed to be a little disconcerted, not knowing how to continue what he wanted to say next. Mo Huaifeng and Yuan Wei quietly stared at Xiao, Xiao had no other choice and said, Captain, Yuan Wei, Im 23 this year. Frankly, its the peak of my career now. On the basis of my condition, I dont have another three years that I can afford to wait out. Im actually especially thankful for you guys and also very happy to be able to stay on our battleteam. But if I take a break, then I wont be able to participate in this national qualifiers, I can only wait for the next, by then Id be 26, my condition would definitely have declined greatly. Xiao paused for a moment and said, To have never participated in the national qualifiers in my professional career, is really rather regretful. Yuan Wei sighed, Even so you cannot joke about your own hand. Xiao rubbed his head with his left hand, saying, I originally did my calctions, it ought to be fine, but I trained till toote yesterday and yed too long today... Rather coincidentally too, everything ising together. Mo Huaifeng asked, What did the club say? That makes me angry. Yuan Wei stood up abruptly, I havent even exined Xiaos condition in detail and they were already hinting to me that we dont have to renew the contract with Xiao next year. This bunch of rascals really needs beating up. Xiaos face went white, Mo Huaifeng sneered. Just take it that you didnt hear anything. If they have any objections, tell them toe to me directly. Sure, dont worry Captain. Im not as confident with others, but with pushing responsibilities, no one would im to be better than me. Mo Huaifeng nodded, then turn towards Xiao. Listen to the doctor, rest well. The international league will be next year, by then, your hand wouldve recovered too. These words were like a shot in the arm, traces of an agitated flush instantly showed on Xiaos cheeks. He nodded repeatedly. I will, dont worry Captain. For the championship title of the national qualifiers, I would have to trouble all of you to win it first. Mo Huaifeng ended the topic there. Do you want to stay at the hospital or return to the base? Xiao thought for a while and decided. Ill just stay in the hospital, saves me froming back and forth everyday. By the way, tell them, theres no need toe visit me everyday, Im great here. Theres a canteen downstairs that has really delicious food, WiFi in the wards, Ill virtually feel like Im at home. Mo Huaifeng finally showed some traces of a smile as one tugged at the corner of his lips. No one said theyd being to visit you, dont tter yourself. What a remote brotherhood! Heh, you never considered brotherhood when you lied to me. One sentence, sessfully waned Xiaos unbridled arrogancepletely. The three of them sat and chatted for some time before the door to ward was pushed opened, the others entered with several stic bags in hand. When Xiao finished eating, everyone boarded the van to return to the base. On the way, Ji Zhiyao asked about Xiaos condition again, by this time, Yuan Wei did not hold back and told them everything. Heng eximed, This mutt, does he have a hole in his brain? Can such things be taken lightly? The next time I see him I will certainly beat his mutt head in. Yuan Wei smiled grimly. Actually I was rather tempted to beat him too, but I could bring myself to do it. Please add my share when you do it. Pausing for a while, he said again, Theres onestpetition left, Xiao wont be able to y, NoHomo would have to do it. Oh yes, NoHomo, about those news on Weibo this afternoon, have you seen the follow-ups? Ji Zhiyao was suddenly called upon, he was dazed for a moment before he shook his head in reply, No. I didnt think about this matter at all. A trace of a smile suddenly shed through Mo Huaifengs eyes. At least to him, the harmony of a battleteam was very important. No overt contention and covert struggle, everyones heart only has their teammates and eSports. Thankfully, the person that he liked had never disappointed him. Yuan Wei said, Then we would have to ask our Captain. Captain, it cant just be left at exposing, we got to keep it up with the follow up, quickly remove the title of intentionally finding trouble and starting a fight from NoHomo before thepetition next week. Mo Huaifeng made an mm sound. The day after tomorrow, at night, I will turn on my livestream. Ji Zhiyao looked towards Mo Huaifeng in puzzlement. The thoughts had leaped a little too fast, he couldnt catch anything. Yet Yuan Wei understood and said, Good idea, I think itll work. Ji Zhiyao continued to be confused. Once Mo Huaifeng turned, he saw Ji Zhiyao with who am I where am I what am I going to do written all over his face, his gaze instantly became loving. You dont have to understand, you just need to go together with me. What was going on? Hence in the night two dayster, a confused Ji Zhiyao was dragged by Mo Huaifeng to the front of the camera. Mo Huaifeng changed his ear-mic into ear pieces, giving him one and taking one himself. After wearing it he said, Whatever you have, you can ask now? [Knew this livestream wasnt that simple.] [Fi-god could please stop using your poprity to boost a trash in the teeth of the storm? If you continue, Im going to stop being a fan heh heh.] [Though it has nothing to do with the topic, but I must say, Mix is still very strong this year, looking forward to your championship match.] [Ahhhhh time for sweetness, time for sweetness, raising my Windy g up high, we will not fall!] [So just why did he fight? Is it like how it is being said online? If its to defend a teammate, then I can prepare to send a silk banner to Mixs base.] [Wasnt that a whitewashing approach?} You can prepare the silk banner, its true. Mo Huaifeng crossed his arms before his chest, his tone indifferent as he continued, What is there to whitewash, even that Weibo was something that I told him to check out. If its fake, ording to that amount of reposts, that person would have long seen it and make a post to diss us. [So its true? Ahhhhhh! That b*tch dared to say that about you! I will go to profile and repost everything 180 times!] [Everything about the unspoken rule and all is fake? Then do you treat him so well?] [So hed undoubtedly done a good thing, why was he still punished by the club?] Unspoken rule? Mo Huaifengughed in a scornful manner. Dont bring those things from the entertainment industry into the eSports scene. When yers game, you guys just have to watch on quietly. A good and proper scene, is now all foul and noisy. He tugged Ji Zhiyao who was in a daze. As to why he was punished, no matter what the reason was, its only right to be punished when he has done something wrong. Do you feel aggrieved? About what? Heh, idiot. [Damn it HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA that dazed look, Im virtually dying ofughter.] [MelonRind: MelonRind doesnt know, it has nothing to do with MelonRind.] [I smell the scent of true love.] [When are you guys going to register your marriage?] [Can Fi-god please describe how it feels to be defended?] Thest onement, dont ask me, ask him. Mo Huaifeng was especially talkative today, with a long face, it was as if he was going to finish saying a months worth of talk today. Ji Zhiyaos soul was out of his body the entire time, as he was cued once again, he blinked slowly. Ask me what? How does it feel to defend me? The moment I was informed my sry was being deducted, I was slightly regretting it. In a sea ofments like [LOL], [snorting out loud], [Fi-god, he daringly said he regretted it], Mo Huaifeng was expressionless. The earlier one doesnt count, do it over. Ji Zhiyao was full of the desire to live. Our Captain, people fall in love with him at the sight of him, flowers bloom once they see him, the incident happened right before my eyes, how could I bear to no defend him! [You are a big yer.] [All men sucks.] [This couple has been locked in, locked in.] Mo Huaifeng continued, At first no matter how we asked, he just wouldnt tell us the reason, didnt care even after the club announced their decision to ban him frompeting and deduct his sry. Up till thepetition a few days ago, I kept ignoring him, he was very regretful and exined everything through snot and tears, begging for my forgiveness. Chapter 170

    Chapter 170: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Im very angry, all of you, dont plead on his behalf. You should pay regard to the status of its master in beating a dog, I wont hold my tongue. If I see any other marketing ount trying to start things, I will directly make him a goner with awyers letter. To be honest with all of you, the club doesnt have much of anything else but theres nock ofwyers letters. ... Stop rattling on, quickly shut the hell up. Dont be arrogant. [Ohmygod Im dying ofughter HAHAHAHAHAHA! What kind of angels among the devils are these two?] [Choking warning from ahead: Mixs new team dictator is online.] [Dont worry Fi-god, I wont let you suffer for nothing!] Mo Huaifeng threw a few nces at the screen, when he found there werent any other questions, and there wasnt much left of the mental draft that he had prepared previously, he just turned off the livestream. The living room instantly quieted. The few others were all in the training room. Mo Huaifeng covered up hisptop, then pinched Ji Zhiyaos thigh, his expression intentionally intimidating. So mischievous? Dont spout nonsense, I wasnt! Ji Zhiyao denied stoutly. Its because you were too talkative today and it scared me, my response is usually very speedy. So how many days worth of talk did you expend tonight? Ill beat you upter. Give me a ss of water first. Okay okay. Ji Zhiyao hurriedly poured a ss of water for Mo Huaifeng, handing it over in humble reverence. Please have a drink, have a drink. Mo Huaifeng downed half a ss in one gulp then sighed contentedly. Ji Zhiyao hesitated for a moment and said, Actually, its useless. No amount of exining will do, there will always be people who pretend that they did not hear. Those have nothing to do with me. Ji Zhiyao was stunned and happened to meet the look in Mo Huaifengs eyes. Very neutral, but also very warm, it waspletely impossible to describe that feeling. With a stir, his neck stretched forward forcefully and he bit onto Mo Huaifengs lips. Mo Huaifeng was also stunned. Ji Zhiyao couldnt help but became even happier after seeing his dazed look and grinned. It is a reward that I grant you, arent you going to kneel and thank me? Mo Huaifeng made a heh sound. Why, are you thinking of sleeping with your fan? Ji Zhiyao promptly cowered into a heap. Dont spout nonsense! Im so mannerly, how is it possible that I will do such a thing? If you wont, let me do it. His ears were entirely red because of this person who was full of amorous words and directly picked up a cushion and threw it at Mo Huaifeng. Dont even think about it! Mo Huaifeng held in forehead in speechlessness, appearing extremely helpless. Hence Ji Zhiyao was even more delighted, with both hands on his waist, he looked like a scoundrel realizing his ambition as he said smugly, Look how awesome I am now, standing akimbo. He gave two long cackles into the air, then, with an idental sweep of his gaze, realized that the door to the training room had opened. At the door stood a total of five teammates along with one stats analyzer, every one of them looked perplexed. Ji Zhiyao eximed, What the f*ck when did you guyse out? Why is there no sound when you walk? With that he stiffened, instinctively looking towards Mo Huaifengs lips that had just been nibbled by him, there were even teeth marks on them. Its not what you guys think it is! Even he himself did not believe those words that he just said. Ji Zhiyao directly hugged himself and sobbed, deciding to damn the consequences. Thats right. It is just as how all you imagined Captain and I are together. Your daddy the idol of the eSports scene is now mine. You guys can scold and hit as you wish but I absolutely will not return Captain back to you guys again! The others stared. Mo Huaifeng suddenly started tough softly, the sound of hisughter gradually bing louder. Ji Zhiyao was confused. Captain what are youughing at? Mo Huaifeng stillughed and did not say anything. Nuo suddenly spoke up, Actually we only saw you smashing the cushion on Captain, that expression was to convey our admiration. Yet you revealed everything of your own ord. Nuo looked very serious now. Now its not just a matter of admiring you, should we call you Homo or sister-inw? Ji Zhiyao dropped to his knees. ... Previously Ji Zhiyao was still worried that once the news of his gay rtionship of Mo Huaifeng was made known to their teammates, they would be discriminated or criticized. Hed even mentally prepared himself to be beaten up. Yet the facts had proven, from how the others calmed down very quickly after witnessing that, then kept asking for them to treat a meal, it seemed that Mo Huaifengs worth in their heart was only equated to the amount of food that he could be exchanged for. Though it doesnt sound as pleasant, Ji Zhiyao had sighed in relief and happily took on the responsibility of buying a meal. All of Mix came to the pce cuisine restaurant again. Before the dishes were served, the beers and drinks came first. Ji Zhiyao sat beside Mo Huaifeng and opened up both of their cutlery and sses, then Mo Huaifeng took them and poured water to rinse the sses... Heng, his expression like he had experienced many vicissitudes of life after looking at them for a while said, In the past, I always naively thought that this was fatherly love. Now I feel that I was simply silly, pure and sweet. Nuo coughed. Silly is fine, but forget about pure and sweet. Doesnt your conscience hurt when you say these two words? Go away! The stats analyzer chimed in, Full of gayness, hurts the eyes. Yuan Wei called out, The heavens finally saw me, there is finally someone who can understand how I feel! Some time ago, I was the only one who knew, I was force-fed their PDA everyday by these two people! It was simply terrible! Ji Zhiyao was suddenly a little embarrassed from being talked about and straightened his neck, saying stubbornly, If you guys are jealous you can go find someone yourselves. We have many people in our team, it is possible to produce and market all by ourselves. Mo Huaifeng agreed. Mm. I hereby express on behalf of the entire club: There will be absolutely no objections. K and Xiaofei who were the closest unexpectedly looked into each others eyes, then both of them began to shiver. K quickly said, Forget it, forget it, I realized that I still prefer soft, prettydies. Ji Zhiyao mocked, Shallow! Mo Huaifeng joined in, Men arent hard too. The others eximed at once, Oh damn! Ji Zhiyao hastily spluttered, Damn it Mo Huaifeng, you shut up! Nuo still wanted to say something more, when the door was pushed open from the outside, he promptly sealed his mouth. The inside of the room quietened down as if a pause button had been pressed, everyone stared as the server put up the food, making the server extremely nervous, and hurriedly left the room after serving all the dishes. When the server left, Yuan Wei said, About this matter, well all help to keep it a secret. The others all agreed. That they could ept such a rtionship, did not mean that everyone was able to. If this matter was exposed, who knew what kind of words those keyboard warriors would use to describe their battleteam. Theyd yet topete in the international league, if Captain and NoHomo chose not to announce it, it must be because they didnt want to affect thepetition. Two dishes had been served, everyone picked up their chopsticks and dug in. An hourter, everyone was extremely stuffed and boarded the van to return to the base. As almost everyone had drank alcohol, and the stats analyzer was even dead drunk, Mo Huaifeng decided with a wave of his hand and directly announced that they could skip training for tonight. Hence Ji Zhiyao went upstairs, entered his room and dropped into his sofa. He had drank some and was toozy to move even one bit. He simply curled into a ball and held his phone, scrolling through Weibo. The oue of Mo Huaifeng turning on his livestream was the same as he had imagined, mixed opinions. Both of their fans were mostly bound by amon hatred for the same enemy, agreeing on going for the vile marketing ounts, nipping each one that they caught. But there were still many brainless haters or those who couldnt ept the livestream and had toe add a kick to their side, all their words were especially nasty. Ji Zhiyao opened the Weiboments, preparing to read everything that the haters said from top to bottom, taking it all as a training for his own cultivation. Yet he hadnt gone far when he so infuriated that he threw his phone. Did these people consume poison? Their words were so malicious. He was his fault for punching some and he had never thought of denying it, but must these people drag Mo Huaifeng into it too. Ji Zhiyao was sulky for a while, then stood up and kicked his phone that was beside the sofa even more under the sofa and went to shower. Out of sight and out of mind. After they take down the championship title this weekend, hell then switch to his alternate ount and rebut every single one of this bunch. ... Saturday, 2 PM in the afternoon, the national qualifiers officially began. The cheers in the gymnasium were much louder than any time previously. Before they went on, Xiao who chose to be discharged today bumped Ji Zhiyaos shoulder. All the best NoHomo. Ji Zhiyao smiled as he nodded. Dont worry Brother Xiao, wait for me to carry you to the international league. With that, he held a smile on the corner of his lips and looked right towards the participants passageway. Ji Zhiyao, you can do it. Yet when he walked into the participants passageway, Ji Zhiyao then realized, he wasnt as calm as he had imagined. Once they stepped out of the entrance, they faced overwhelming cheers and shouts, the howling sounds almost overturned the roof of the gymnasium. Before he took his seat, Ji Zhiyaos entire mind was filled with very despondent thoughts like If we lose thepetitionter will I be leaving the gymnasium horizontally? Stats analyzers were allowed to aid in the segment of the selection of champions in the finals, he stood at the back and saw that Ji Zhiyao was constantly shivering and shivering and quickly rolled up his notebook to give him a smack on his head. NoHomo sober up, its not like you have never yed against Tall Boots why are you so nervous? I did, but I lost. So you have to be more careful today! If you are an ATM for the opponents today, I will definitely give you a taste of famous traditional Chinese dishes. Stir fried bamboo rhizome with meat? 1 Notpletely right, its stir fried bamboo rhizome with meat personally made by Captain. Pull your pants down and whip you with a little leather belt. The stats analyzer was too visual with his words, Ji Zhiyao instantly felt his blood pressure surge and there was a gradual trend of blood rushing into his brain. Mo Huaifeng tsk-ed. Just talk normally when you are talking, why are you going dirty? The corner of Hengs lips twitched. But Captain, youre obviously looking forward to it keenly. Ji Zhiyao suddenly snorted out loud. His nervousnesspletely dissipated after this banter. He tugged at the corner of his lips and looked towards the opposite through the gaps between theputers, saying as he raised his brows. Dont worry, I will work hard. Even if I cant carry, dont we still have Captain to take us to the win? Nuo agreed. Though its a little shameless to say that, but theres nothing wrong. Our daddy is forever daddy. The countdown on the electronic screen in the gymnasium finally entered thest ten seconds. All at once, the entire gymnasium was filled with deafening cheers from the audience. Ten! Nine! Eight! Seven! Six! Five! Four! Three! Two! One! I announce, eSports event Heroes China National Qualifiers, officially begins! Participants of the finals, red team, China, Mix Battleteam and blue team, China, Tall Boots Battleteam. Well be announcing thepeting system, it is three victories out of five games. The first battleteam to attain victory in three matches will win and be the champion of the national qualifiers and will be elected by the Chinese eSports Association to directly enter the international league. The first match begins, would both teams please select your champions! Hearing thementator fervently announcing the start of thepetition and watching the game interface enter into the selection of champions, Ji Zhiyao had instead calmed down, only the sound of mouses clicking were left by his ear. The stats analyzer spoke in a low voice behind them, helping them to allocate their champions lineup. Do you guys want to pick more conservative champions, take down the first match before anything else, well be more assuredter on. Everyone indicated their agreement and picked bnced champions that they were respectively more skilled in. Both teams had all locked in their champions, the screen showed the countdown, when it reach 1, they entered the loaded interface, the match officially began. Because they had suffered a setback right in thest minute of the game the previous time, Ji Zhiyao was extremely focused this time, covering both the big and mini map, afraid that he missed out one bit of action. He nced opposite and was suddenly inspired. Heng, Captain, you guys take the first spawn of the red and blue buffs and go to yournes as daddies. Ill stay wretched for now and develop when the second wave spawns. Heng was delighted. This idea is not bad. After I get my buff, Ill go mess with Ye-god that mutt. Mo Huaifeng made an mm sound. Then you beware of Lan Guang. Hence Ji Zhiyao covered Heng as he moved towards the blue buff, yet just as they arrived outside the cave of the blue buff, a figure suddenly dashed through the bushes. Heng shrieked, Oh my god! Someone hase to counter-jungle! Ji Zhiyao: Well isnt it just one person, Im right behind you, what are you afraid of? Heng: You are right. Did you catch who it was? Ji Zhiyao: Nope. Its either Lan Guang or Ye-god. Take two steps forward to bait him. Heng was very reluctant but still walked out as if he knew nothing, he had just taken a step forward, the person hiding in the bush leaped out. It was Xiaoye who came to counter-jungle. Heng and Xiaoye fought directly, Ji Zhiyao waited for a while more, and ensured that there werent other yers appearing, thus he shifted forward by two steps and pounced onto Xiaoye and took away the remaining half of his life. First blood. Ji Zhiyaos pupils were slightly diluted. He inhaled deeply, bottled up his agitation from having drawn first blood and plunged into the jungle. Heng muttered behind, I worked so hard and didnt even get a sip of the soup! Ji Zhiyao: Come over, Ill help you take the blue buff, you can harvest directly. Heng: Alright then, I shall reluctantly forgive you. Ji Zhiyao: Thank you. Nuo: Can the both of you not be so dramatic? Cant you see that my Captains face is already as dark as the bottom of a pot? Mo Huaifeng cooperatively sneered, then said, Stop making so much noise when you can fight, quickly finish this match, well change champions for the next. Chapter 171

    Chapter 171: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios He had picked a champion whose damage wasnt considered very high, yet he was used to ying champions with high burst damage usually, at present he felt especially unustomed. Once Mo Huaifeng spoke, everyone instantly became more nervous, those who ought to engage and wear their opponents out did so, those who ought to jungle focused on jungling. As the champions that they had picked werent too strong, no one took the initiative to engage Tall Boots; everyone was conscientiously carrying out their duties... From time to time when Tall Boots couldnt bear it and wandered near their turrets, it was threatening but not dangerous. Though their skills used were as fierce as tigers, nothing had happened at all. Mix very rarely yed such safe matches, hence the information avable was also very little, Tall Boots evidently had not seen such pestering handling and began to be irritable. After Xiaoye repeatedly sounded them out on the margin of the middlene, he directly prepared to dive the turret for a kill with Lan Guang. Heng: F*ck, what is up with Ye-god, hes like a corgi gone mad. NoHomo quickly get here, anyter and the only thing youll be seeing is my corpse! Ji Zhiyao: On the way! Stop wailing, if it really doesnt work out Ill clean up your corpse for you! Youre a midner, carry position, dont make yourself out to be like our teams trashy support, he runs behind Captains butt everyday calling for help, why has that be you now? Nuo: Dont think I cant hear you! NoHomo, youre totally just envious that I can follow behind Captains butt and be carried to a win! Ji Zhiyao: Wouldnt you just shut up! As the few of them were gabbing away, Xiaoye and Lan Guang had already entered the turret while tanking its damage. Meanwhile Ji Zhiyao had not arrived and Heng was very pitifully dodging left and right but was still hacked till he was left with a shred of health. But Xiaoye and Lan Guang werent any better off too. Although Lan Guang had chosen a slightly tankier assassin, he still wasnt as tough now and the amount of damage that he could resist was already at the maximum. Just then, Ji Zhiyao arrived, Xiaoye and Lan Guang began to retreat. Yet Heng was still filled with pent-up grievances, and released an ability after watching for an opportunity, trapping both of them under the turret for two seconds, then worked with Ji Zhiyao to take Lan Guangs head, Xiaoye escape with a trifle of health. Meanwhile things werent too good in the topne. K was entirely locked in the turret by the opposite ADC and had been killed single handedly by him three times already. The gold that Ji Zhiyao and Heng had were all wasted on K. K was in despair too. NoHomoe to the topne, are you being chained to the middlene? Ji Zhiyao: ... If you insult me again you shall be left to your own defenses. K: I dare not anymore! Boohoo! Ji Zhiyao had no choice. After returning to the fountain to regain health and catch a breather, he then rushed non-stop towards the topne. Lan Guangs motility was really good, his vision of the overall situation was also much better, allowing him to watch over all top, middle and bottomnes, side by side, Ji Zhiyao slightly paled inparison. Yet Ji Zhiyao wasnt flurried, instead he was extremely confident. Lan Guang was indeed good with his overall vision, strong handling, yet he had managed to kill Lan Guang single-handedly before. He had good overall vision too, more importantly, their team has a wolf locked up in the bottomne, if nothing works out, just lie on the ground, Mo Huaifeng will lead the breakthrough all the way to the championship title. Thats right, thats the way! Under such self-constion that was just slightly short of hypnosis, Ji Zhiyao noticed a w in the opponent and killed Tall Boots ADC. Once the system shed out the notice, even Mo Huaifeng was slightly stunned. Tall Boots ADCs movements were especially indecipherable and was a publicly acknowledged second hardest to kill ADC; of course, the first was Mo Huaifeng himself, but he didnt expect Ji Zhiyao to actually kill him all on his own. He smiled. Ji Zhiyao was pleased, having gotten a kill. K, who escaped his predicament was equally pleased. As the opposite support had run away too quickly, the two of them did not manage to catch him but instead directly pushed down the outermost turret at the topne in one vigorous effort. The duration of thepetition grew longer and longer, Tall Boots lineup was not suitable forte game, as they became more worn out the longer the game went on. Finally in the 37th minute, Mo Huaifeng killed off Xiaoye alone by Tall Boots fountain and pushed down the crystal. They took the first win. Everyone pulled off their headphones and prepared to return to the waiting room. Before he left the stage, Ji Zhiyao clearly heard someone in the front row calling his name, along with what MelonRind mummy loves you, he paused in his steps and looked down. Right at the end of the second row, there were several girls raising support banners for him up high, as if seeing that he was looking in their direction, they were excitedly waving the banners in their hands. Ji Zhiyao showed a big smile, waved to them, then made an all the best gesture before he left the stage. Theyd had just stepped into the participants passageway, Ji Zhiyao was still immersed in the excitement that he actually had fans and they were all youngdies, when he heard a sneering from not too far away above his ear. You look very happy? Ji Zhiyao replied readily, Of course Im happy, who wouldnt be happy to have pretty fans? Oh. Cough cough cough cough! K and Nuo suddenly began to cough together, the sound they made was very loud. Ji Zhiyao turned back all baffled, You guys are coughing so hard, did you choke? Yet both of them did not reply, only persistently winking at him along with sideways nces to gesture something. Ji Zhiyao stared for some time, then gradually turned back as if he was suddenly reminded of something, and found that Mo Huaifeng was expressionlessly very close to where he had stood earlier, the distance was less than 5 cm. Um what, theres only a total of 15 minutes, lets quickly go back and make use of the time to rest! With that, he escaped in a dash. The break ended, signaling the start of the second match. Due to their victory of the previous match, everyones mood was slightly more rxed, under Mo Huaifengs strong rmendation, the entire team essentially selected high burst damage champions. When they were waiting for the countdown to end and enter in the loading of the game, Ji Zhiyao suddenly said, If by any chance the opponents picked all tank-like champions, then wouldnt we be very dead? Heng: It wont be, Tall Boots has never been good at ying those kind of champions. K: Yeah yeah dont worry, they only like high damage ones. Nuo: Dont be scared, Im very tank-like too. Mo Huaifeng: Dont say anything, shut up. Ji Zhiyao was very aggrieved, he had merely mentioned a very logical possibility, why was Captain treating him like this! A few seconds after, as the game loaded, Ji Zhiyao looked at the row of four tanks on the screen. The others stayed mum too. Heng almost jumped up from his chair. Damn it, what the hell is Tall Boots ying at? All tanks except for the ADC? What pestering strategy is this? Our damage ratio is higher, we can win, buy more expose armors in your equipment. Mo Huaifeng analyzed, then turned to look Ji Zhiyao. Next time before apetition, Ill stuff your mouth first. Ji Zhiyaoughed dryly. Dont be like that daddy Fi, you make me feel that I am especially like a spy sent from the opposite. Mo Huaifeng: Are you not? Ji Zhiyao quickly expressed his loyalty. Of course not! Youre so good-looking, who else could I be a spy for? Mo Huaifeng replied to that. Tsk. Ji Zhiyao secretly peeped at him and found that the corner of his lips were tugged upwards, appearing to be in a rather good mood and hence started to feel proud again. The sound effects of the game starting sounded in his ear, Ji Zhiyao quickly pulled his gaze back and concentrated wholly on gaming. It didnt mean that opponents that were all tanks were impossible to defeat, after they still have times when they are not as durable, as long as they are kept from developing, and their levels kept suppressed, anything was possible. Before the match began, Ji Zhiyao had thought this way. Yet less than five minutes into the game, he had already retracted his earlier thought and gave himself a p at heart. Because the champions that everyone selected had high burst damage, there were some disparity in other aspects, for example speed, every champions movement speed was not very high. Take Ji Zhiyao for example, he was obediently jungling and developing in the jungle when Lan Guang came hurling over to counter-jungle, while putting up a show of chasing and cornering. Ji Zhiyao was slow in his movements and was driven into a corner, his life was taken right away. In the time where he was waiting to respawn, he realized it had not only happened to him, it was the same for the other positions in the team. This also resulted in 15 minutes into the game, the levels of Mixs entire team being one level lower than their opponent team. Ji Zhiyao began to grow restless. Captain, Ive been killed three times, if we really cannot win this lets just surrender, theres still the next match. K was still slightly better off while Heng and Nuo were equally broken from being killed repeatedly. Heng said, Although its rather deserving of a beating to surrender during apetition, but letting things drag on this way is not an option too. Now I cant even cower under a turret even if I want to, the opponents are diving the turrets for kills every single minute. Mo Huaifeng: Keep going for now, we can win. The others stopped talking. Ji Zhiyao clicked to open the gold stats, the top in their team was indeed Mo Huaifeng, but there was still a gap of a few hundred gold with the opposite, how was it possible to y on? Though they were feeling doubtful at heart, they had absolute trust in Mo Huaifeng. Ji Zhiyao carefully observed the maps, jungling as he hid from Lan Guang, hoping to pull some gold for the team. Five minutester, in such a precarious atmosphere, the game effect of a single-handed kill suddenly sounded through the ear-mic. In the bottomne, Mo Huaifeng killed Tall Boots topner. Ji Zhiyao was stunned and took another nce at the gold stats, realizing that unsure when, Mo Huaifengs gold had already matched that of the yer with the second highest gold opposite. Damn, Captain, whats with you? Mo Huaifeng: Theyre being too frivolous, not killing the minions. So Captain was taking the opportunity while the opponents were wandering to kill all the minions to develop and level up, then grab the chance for kills? Simply incredible. Ji Zhiyaos confidence was greatly boosted that he said as he stared at the screen, Why dont we y a 4-for-1 strategy? Mo Huaifeng: The champions that you guys have are not suitable. Develop yourselves first, if you meet the opponents stay together. NoHomo, you keep an eye on Ks side, prepare to push through both top and bottomnes, keep the middlene defended. Ji Zhiyao: Alright, got it. Heng: I understand now, Captain is telling me, Remain steady dont be dissolute, dont feed and youll be carried to a win. Ji Zhiyaoughed while running to the topne. How great would it be if you kept some face for yourself? Heng: Im actually proud that I am able to eat for free. Ji Zhiyao arrived at the topne and decided to hide and not move, pretending as if he was here to jungle. The opposite ADC and support sure enough hesitated for a while, then continued with their harassment. At this time, Ji Zhiyao leaped out of the bush and held down the two mutts, giving them a good thrashing. Both of them were preparing to happily harvest their kills when someone suddenly appeared from the bush opposite. It was Lan Guang. The two idiots with half of their health left were instant goners. The advantage in gold that Mo Huaifeng had just brought was given away with both hands by Ji Zhiyao and K in the blink of an eye. Mo Huaifeng suppressed the urge to throw both of them out, mocking, Are both of your eyes on your heels? Heng scratched his head. Oh dear, I thought he was returning to his base to regenerate health so I didnt inform you guys. Who knew this bastard was so good at acting, he actually ran to your side. K gritted his teeth, Bted words! As the both of them waiting to respawn, the second turret on the topne had already been pushed down, even the blue buff in the jungle was taken by Lan Guang. His dignity as jungler had been trampled on, Ji Zhiyao gritted his teeth so hard that they rattled, as he felt the strength from the god of revenge filling his entire body. Three minutes after respawning, Ji Zhiyao killed Lan Guang, pulling the game back. In such an atmosphere of trying to outdo one another, this match was dragged into its 50th minute. Ji Zhiyao was so sleepy that he dozed for a minute, watching Tall Boots base that was growing closer and closer on the screen, he asked, I cant hang on anymore, can we end it all at once? Heng: Doubt we can, the opponents are about to respawn again. Nuo: Quickly end everything fast, if things really cannot work out they can end us quickly too. Look at our Captain, his face is already as ck as the bottom of a pot, Ill see if you guys are scared. Ji Zhiyao: So Captain, you urgently need to pee again? Mo Huaifeng: No, my hand hurts. Ji Zhiyao made a gee sound; his hand hurting was more serious than needing to pee. He shifted his attention to nce at Mo Huaifengs wrist, realizing that it was already slightly red and promptly cried out, Comrades charge! Our Captain is about to about to copse! The others stayed mum. Ji Zhiyao: Nuo quickly go bait the enemies at the front. Dont worry, the organization will remember your sacrifice forever! Nuo: Screw you! The few of them destroyed Tall Boots base in jokes andughter. Meanwhile Xiaoye who was the closest to respawning had three seconds left in his countdown. They rushed to fountain without stopping and realized that a new wave of super minions that specialized in tanking damage had spawned. K: Damn it, theyre about to respawn, can we do it? Mo Huaifeng: Not sure, try for now. The took down several super minions, with some other left, Xiaoye and the moment he rushed forward, it was a thrashing from him. Mo Huaifeng nced at the respawn duration of the opponents, Lan Guang and the ADC were three and five seconds away respectively and promptly decided, We wont be able to fight, retreat. Hence the few of them began to move back. Yet Xiaoye figured out their intent, hunting after them to block their way. Before they made it out of Tall Boots base, all of Mix had already been surrounded by the respawned Lan Guang and ADC. Lan Guang ran to end and pushed Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng into under the crystal. Such an unexpected annoying strategy, together with Xiaoyes assisting strikes from behind and their crusty champions, the two were killed very quickly. Amongst the remaining three people, Heng was a carry position, yet he did not y his role well and was easily finished off after being marked by Lan Guang. K and Nuo shivered in fear and did not manage to escape death. Mix was entirely wiped out, Tall Boots entire team respawned and rushed into Mixs base. In thest second before Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng spawned, Mixs crystal copsed with a bang. Chapter 172

    Chapter 172: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao frowned. They were within an inch of victory for this match. Mo Huaifeng rotated his wrist. Stop dozing, lets return to the waiting room for a break. Heng yawned. Im dead tired. Wrong choice of champions for this match, we cant y like this for the next. They entered the participants passageway as they chatted. Nearing the waiting room, Ji Zhiyao said, You all go in first, Im going to the washroom. Mo Huaifeng replied, Dont we have one in the waiting room? I want to poop. Hence Ji Zhiyao was jointly chased away by the four other people. Ji Zhiyao made a few turns and came to the public washroom for participants set up by the gymnasium, then directly entered an empty cubicle, put down the toilet cover and sat on top. He actually did not need the toilet and had came out for the sake of finding a spot to scroll Tieba and Weibo, to see what others were saying. Reading Tieba and Weibo duringpetitions was something that both the stats analyzer and Mo Huaifeng explicitly banned, in order to not affect their mood topete after. Yet Ji Zhiyao really couldnt hold it in and so could only find a ce to secretly go on these tforms. He first went to Tieba. In less than two minutes after the second match ended, there was already a new post about it on Tieba. [Title: About how Mix was ganked on to death by a bunch of tanks. I shall not go into details on how terribly they died, watch the video for more details [link], Im now especially looking forward to Tall Boots clinching the championship, hehehehehe please dont let me down.] [1stment: OP is definitely an antagonist. I feel that this match was especially exciting, everyone worked out and no mistakes were made, the only regretful point was Mixs lineup wasnt too good, as for everything else, theres nothing worth criticizing. Tall Boots and Mix have always been equally matched, wasnt it these two teams fighting for the championship title at the previous national qualifiers too?] [2ndment: Agree with the 1stment. OP you click-baiter go to hell. Go up there topete if youre so good!] [3rdment: I dont care about all these, I am only concerned about why my Xiao-god hasnt beenpeting, its been two matches, is he nning to y towards the end? Or is he not going to y at all for this finals to give up the spot to the trashy reserve?] [4thment: Are you kidding me? Dont try toe up with conspiracy theories all day long, arent you tired yet. Perhaps Xiao-god really has some special reasons and cannotpete.] [5thment: To think there are still people whitewashing this utterly uncultured cancer of the eSports scene, Im defeated, Ive decided to join Tall Boots fan club from this moment on, Tall Boots is the best, quickly clinch the first cing xoxo!] [6thment: Tall Boots is really strong, really looking forward to the next match!] ... Seeing that most of thements in Tieba were expressing anticipation for Tall Boots performance and the rest were either criticizing him or neutral, Ji Zhiyao tugged on the corner of his lips and rolled his eyes rather unhappily. They were a very strong team. This bunch of ignorant mortals! Ji Zhiyao stood up, then pressed the flush and walked out of the cubicle. He walked towards where the sinks were. There were a total of three sinks in the washroom, a man in ck long sleeves stood before the middle one. Ji Zhiyao gave him a few nces and took no notice as he walked to the extreme right side to wash his hands. He finished washing and shook off the water on his hands, as he lifted his eyes he identally found that the person standing in the middle had not left and was looking at him, his appearance extremely familiar. Ji Zhiyao took a good look. Damn, it was Lan Guang! He quickly stood upright. Hello senior. Lan Guang smiled. No need to be so exaggerated brother, I only found you familiar so I took a few more nces. At first I thought I had recognized the wrong person, I didnt expect it to really be you. Ji Zhiyao scratched his head slightly awkwardly, not knowing what to say. When you meet your opponent for the finals in the washroom, what kind of questions should one ask? Senior what a coincidence, you came here to poop too? Hell probably be beaten to death. Lan Guang continued the conversation. You yed very well, continue to keep it up. I saw that you were holding your phone when you came out, I guess you were looking at Tieba? Err, yeah. Its better to not look at those uselessments during apetition, thats just how the ethos of the eSports scene is. Praised when you win and hated on when you lose, dont let those people affect your mood. You yed very well. Ji Zhiyao was slightly embarrassed from being praised. Thank you senior, you are very strong too. With that, he nced at his wrist watch. Senior, the match will be starting in three minutes, Ill return to the waiting room. Lan Guang nodded, the two people bid each other farewell. Watching Ji Zhiyaos figure leave, Lan Guang stood by the sink and was in a daze for a while. He still remembered the scene where he fought Yao for the first time, back then Yao didnt even dare to face him one on one, only continuously retreating and dodging. The only time he managed to kill was a sessful ambush while he wasnt paying attention. Xiaoye even told him that he was temporarily not a threat, he had firmly thought so at that time. Yet now... Lan Guang once again recalled the youth on thepeting stage earlier who single-handedly killed their ADC and even took on two opponents at once from time to time. He always had a premonition. Yao, would be the next Fi-god in the country. Just like China eSports, will never stop here. ... Ji Zhiyao sneaked into the waiting room like a mud fish, once he stepped in, Xiao asked while sucking on a lollipop, Son, are you suffering from constipation? Ji Zhiyao almost tripped over himself, and replied with a smirk, Constipation my ass, I met Lan Guang in the washroom earlier. Feels like he was here to fish for information, fortunately I was quick-witted and got out quickly. The stats analyzer teased, Even if he as fishing for information he absolutely will not act on an idiot like you. What have I done wrong that rendered a personal attack from you? The stats analyzer pursed his lips and did not continue with that topic, but said, Be more stable in the next match, stop stirring things. The second win, very critical. Dont be dissolute, stay alive and well and clinch the championship title. Mo Huaifeng suggested, Tall Boots is simr to us, they wont be able to y such a dder match again. We can try high burst damage again for this match. ... Dont think that because youre the Captain I wouldnt dare to hit you. Mo Huaifeng frowned lightly. Im being serious. Consider the possibilities. The stats analyzer stayed silent for a while and said after deliberation, Its not that we cant. I saw that their conditions werent that great when they were leaving the stage earlier, I reckon they cant use all tank-like champions again. But you guys must think this through, if we lose again this time, I will be criticized as an idiot. Ji Zhiyao shrugged. Thats alright. Anyway, were not the ones being scolded. Shameless couple, shut up! Ji Zhiyao was happily yful for a bit, then heard the bell sounding from outside. The third match was to begin. He quickly stood up, nodded towards Xiaofei and Xiaofei, then followed behind Mo Huaifeng to enter the arena. As the stats analyzer had guessed, when they saw they had chosen the exact same champions as the previous match, the hisses and jeers from the audience below the stage were so loud that they almost burst through the sky. Ji Zhiyao covered his ear-mic as he said, I have a premonition, if we lose this match, we will be carried out of the gymnasium, showing everyone what was known as walked in vertically and leaving horizontally. Heng: Stop talking, you are a demon. Ji Zhiyao sighed then saw the loading interface appear on the screen. He couldnt see the expressions of the Tall Boots members, but he guessed that they would probably be shocked after seeing the lineup of their team. The loading was done very quickly. As there werent any difficult champions to deal with from opposite except for the support, everyones expressions were very rxed. Once the game began, Nuo walked to the front to bait the opponent, Mo Huaifeng assertively trapped Tall Boots topner and drew first blood. Lan Guang saw that something was amiss and ran to the topne, wanting to help but ended up encountering his topner being killed. Nuo shrieked as he silenced Lan Guang, Mo Huaifeng whose skills happened to just finish cooling down took a double kill right away. At the start of the match, together with gold from minions, Mo Huaifeng had earned almost 1000 gold, and took two kills from the opposite, Nuo earned two assists, the bottomne had already nurtured a daddy. Though the others did not get anything, they were still very pleased. Ji Zhiyao even started to hum a song, Blow on, blow on, my pride and indulgence... Mo Huaifeng: Stop singing, you sound terrible. His figure that had rushed into the bush paused, then made a turn and swiftly harvested Mo Huaifengs red buff. Ji Zhiyao was as pretentious as he could be as he intentionally gasped. My hand shook identally. Yet if his own boyfriend was willing to do them in, he had to bear it even if he was suffering. Fortunately he had already earned a substantial amount of gold with his level higher than the opponents and did not need a buff temporarily, hence he aggrievedly held his tongue. Less than ten minutes into the game, the advantage for the bottomne had been built on, essentially determining the dominant team for the game. Meanwhile, the opposite ADC and support also began to fervently stir trouble. K was caught off-guard by a storm and wailed, Can anyone take pity on this beautiful flower? Hes about to wrecked by the winds. Wheres the jungler? Oh my god! Can the jungler watch thenes too instead of just knowing how to skip around in the jungle! Please! Ji Zhiyao: Why are you sounding more gay in the way you talk? K: WTF? Youre a mutt who only knows to jungle what right do you have to attack me? Ji Zhiyao: This champion is efficient in jungling, what else should I do other than jungle? Retreat to the turret and hide under it for a while, Ille save you after Im done with this bird. K: You would rather go for a bird thane save me, what grudge and enmity! Kmented while dodging here and there, when Tall Boots ADC was about to dive the turret for a kill, Ji Zhiyao suddenly leaped out and gave them a fatal strike from the back. K did not get any kills, only managing to earn two assists and instantly felt hopeless with life. Ji Zhiyao: Take it easy bother, its not too much for your lifesaver to take some of your gold right. K bawled out loud. Get lost! Im not listening! Inparison to the harmonious andedic-like atmosphere at the top and bottomnes, Heng and Xiaoyes confrontation at the middlene appeared to be full of lethality. Heng shook his leg while saying, Ye-god, this old thing, still trying to put on an act, running after taking a nce, Ive seen this pretense so many times since I debuted, would I fall for his tricks? Ji Zhiyao had just sneaked into the jungle, preparing to steal the little dragon, upon hearing Hengs words, heughed out loud. Ye-god is a professional yer, youre a professional actor. Heng: Captain can you discipline him? Cursing his own teammates for a man who is no kin of his? Mo Huaifeng paused for a moment and said while in thought, ... Now that you put it that way, hes really a wild man [2. Literal trantion. The Chinese character for wild(ye) is the same as that in Xiaoyes name. There was a wordy using this character to suggest that since his name was Xiaoye, he was really a ye(wild) man. To refer to someone wild man, means that he/she is an outsider who does not belong with the family.] The entire team was silent for three seconds, then burst into loud guffaws. They were so loud that even the seriousmentator A heard them from his seat, he pushed his spectacles to rest higher on his nose and said, as though it was difficult to express himself in a few words, ... Seems like Mix is really having a rxing time with this match. Presently, Ji Zhiyao rubbed his tummy that was aching fromughing with his right hand, his left hand remained on controls as he said, Oh my god, Captain, you just wanted to make me die fromughing! A trace of a smile also entered Mo Huaifengs eyes. Behave, dont be dissolute, quickly take the win for this match. Alright. Everyone chorused. In this match Mix essentially brought into y their peak standards, when it came to fighting for the big dragon, Tall Boots knew that they already had no hopes of turning the game around and directly surrendered. Hence for the third match, Mix sessfully won. Three wins out of five matches, theyd already won two matches. Yet after merrily entering the waiting room, Ji Zhiyao was drinking water when he saw Xiao lift his phone. You guys dont even know how badly Tall Boots is being criticized, it scared the crap out of me. The others all appeared to be very interested, Ji Zhiyao put the bottle down and casually asked, What are they saying? Because they surrendered, theyre saying that they do not respect thepetition and eSports, pinning all sorts of titles onto them. Some even said that they didnt surrender in the previous qualifiers, were they here to fake theirpeting after being bribed... my god, werent they the same bunch of idiots to praise Tall Boots when they won the second match? Even I cant help bear have my heart ache for them after reading these. Ji Zhiyao frowned and recalled Lan Guangs manner when he told him that the eSports scene was where one would be praised when you win and hated on when you lose, seeming like he was already long used to it... Hence he made a tsk sound and said, Whats there to be pained about. They definitely wouldve expected the situation after surrendering and would be prepared to do well in the next match. Werent we also criticized for the previous match... if we have the time to feel sorry for them, why not prepare ourselves and go into battle with our best. Ji Zhiyao continued to drink after speaking, yet he found that the others were staring at him with a thoughtful expressions. He almost choked and made sure to hold on to the bottle before he asked, Why are all of you staring at me? Xiao replied, Nothing, just felt that I didnt consider as much as an idiot child. Screw you! The others chuckled, the stats analyzer pped his on his notebook. NoHomo is right, look at howcent each of you are, just won two matches and youre already prepared to throw a party for celebration? Nuo pouted. You cant put it that way, what does two matches represent? Two-thirds, when rounded up thats one, a whole. Its final, why cant we be happy for a bit. The stats analyzer gave him a big smile. I hope youll still be able to smile when you guys are clobbered up by the audience. Nuo eximed, How could you curse us like this? Do you believe me when I say that I will hug onto you even when we are being pummeled? He couldnt do anything to Nuo, this shameless mutt and turned towards Mo Huaifeng. What lineup will you guys use for the next match? Captain any ideas? Mo Huaifeng thought for a moment. No. As a Captain you dont have any ideas at all and youre still rather righteous and confident about it? If I would have ideas what do we need you for? Chapter 173

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios There was nothing wrong with what he had said, the stats analyzer actually did not rebuke him, he rolled his eyes then said, I keep having this feeling that Tall Boots would be pulling some big moves in the next match, do you guys want to use the 4-for-1 strategy? Well leave Captain as the only high burst damage one, Nuo can be more tank-like and the others have to be agile. Also NoHomo, dont go towards the topne in the next match, stay close and you can pull a jungler-ADC team up with Captain. Ji Zhiyao agreed at once. Okay, no problem. Mo Huaifeng nodded. Were good as long as you do not steal my red buff. Whats up with you? Am I still your little darling? Is a red buff worth you remembering it till now? Mo Huaifeng did not expect Ji Zhiyao to say that and paused for a moment before saying, If you continue to challenge my bottom like this, very soon, you wouldnt be anymore. Turns out Im not even as worthy as a red buff in your heart? You must learn to look beyond the appearance of things to perceive their essence. For example, what you are provoking is not my red buff, but my dignity as an ADC. Yuan Wei ended their squabble. Shut up, the both of you! Little darling here, little darling there, how disgusting. Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyao met eyes for a moment, evidently a little discontented, not yet done expressing their views. The stats analyzer who had been quietly serving as the wall in the background the whole time rolled his eyes again, then said, Any objections? If not just pick your lineup ordingly for the next match, Im staying in the waiting room, I shall not go on stage. Everyone expressed their agreement. Just then, it happened to be the end of the break time, Mo Huaifeng stood up and called out, Lets go. One line of people moved out together to go up the stage once again. Put their equipment in ce, wore their ear-mics, the selection of champions ended, the fourth match officially began. As Heng and Mo Huaifeng were carry positions, after the three matches with a consecutivepeting duration of two and a half hours, their wrists were already starting to feel the strain. Before they began, Mo Huaifeng said, Try to speed things up. Heng nodded fervently as an indication of his agreement. Ji Zhiyao was the first to run out, Yes sir. The match began. Ji Zhiyao together with Mo Huaifeng, stealthily sneaked to the opposite side to counter-jungle. Lan Guang has a habit of first taking the red buff at the start of the game, hence they ran towards where the opponents blue buff was. Though a blue buff was not as effective as a red buff was for Mo Huaifeng, but on the basis of the wonderful virtue not leaving any bit for the opponent even if it means having to finish everything yourself, they still proceeded without hesitation to steal the blue buff. Mo Huaifeng did the practical work while Ji Zhiyao kept a lookout for him. As Mo Huaifeng was especially familiar with the Valley, he was extremely clear about which blind spot to hide in. By the time Lan Guang realized, it was already toote, Tall Boots first blue buff was already in Mo Huaifengs sack. Mo Huaifeng ran once he harvested the buff. Ji Zhiyao who followed behind couldnt hold in his yfulness and slowed down on purpose, resulting in a fight with Lan Guang right beside the little dragon. Both of their standards were about the same and were considered well-matched in strength. Just as both of them were left with trifles of their health and were preparing for thest strike to see who the luckier, Ji Zhiyao identally hit the little dragon with an auto-attack, the little dragon went wild and trampled both of them to death with a stomp. How great now, no one got any kills. The corner of Mo Huaifengs lips lifted in a smirk. The honor of a double kill at the start of the match has been bestowed upon the little dragon, Ive never seen this in my four to five years of ying eSports. How is it, Yao-god? Does it really make you so happy to be yful for a while? A humiliated expression was all over Ji Zhiyaos face. Damn it, why did it suddenly stomp on me? Mo Huaifeng: You were fighting on its doorstep, if it doesnt stomp on, was it supposed to ask you stay to celebrate the New Year there? Ji Zhiyao felt very insulted. He aggrievedly waited to respawn, then did not dare to fool around after that as he obediently stayed in the jungle. With the exception of the bottomne, the top and middlenes were both using the strategy of developing safely and remaining stable, to develop well to be a backing force for Mo Huaifeng. Yet presently, Hengs condition at the middle wasnt too good as he narrowly escaped being caught by Xiaoye several times. He couldnt get to killing any minions and called Ji Zhiyao for help in a fight. Hence Ji Zhiyaopliantly rushed from the jungle to the middlene, realizing that Lan Guang had also appeared there. They met eyes without rhyme or reason, then as if they were on steroids, began a small fight of 2v2. Mo Huaifeng knew he wouldnt be able to hold then the restless duo at the middlene and decided to constantly keep an eye on their movements. In the 13th minute, Lan Guang couldnt hold back and was the first to use his ultimate ability, Ji Zhiyao flickered away in the opposite direction but Heng could not dodge in time and was stunned in ce. Yet before he was stunned, he had also used his ultimate ability to save himself. Lan Guang and Xiaoyes health decreased rapidly. Ji Zhiyao turned back and guarded Heng who had a snippet of health left to recall back to the fountain. He then also used his ultimate ability, and finished off Lan Guang but was caught by Xiaoye again. Just as he thought that he was dead for sure, an arrow suddenly came flying from the bottomne, right on target, Xiaoye was dead. Ji Zhiyao was very happy that he managed to keep his life. Captain, youre virtually the most handsomed in the entire Valley. Mo Huaifeng gave him a heh andmented. Could you not be dissolute? Hence Ji Zhiyao was frightened again. He started to roam the bottomne and decided to hide the bush behind the opponents first turret, preparing to lure them to start a team fight. Mo Huaifeng understood what he wanted to do and got ready to start things. At the 21st minute, Mo Huaifeng held on to the opposite topner, luring the already respawned Lan Guang over, followed by Xiaoye... When everyone was gathered in the bottomne, the opponents then slow-wittedly realized that Mix was missing one yer and started to retreat swiftly, but it was toote. Ji Zhiyao and Heng pulled a 2 deaths in exchange for 5 kills, Mix earned a fortune. Then it was logically followed by pushing down turrets, taking down the big dragon and killing their opponents. At the 38th minute, the entire Mix had already arrived at the opponents base... Ji Zhiyao was striking wildly at theirst turret in the middlene, he feltyers andyers of goosebumps rising on his arms, blood rushing right into his brain. Mo Huaifeng: Dont panic, attack the turret, attack the crystal. Ji Zhiyao: Im doing it, Im doing it, my hands are already shaking... damn it! We won! We won ahhhhh! Under the eyes of all the audience, amidst the echoes of their cheers... Tall Boots base copsed with a crash. In that second, the surroundings seemed to have lost its sound. Ji Zhiyao leaped up from his chair and jumped in joy with his teammates. The seriousmentator who had been seated the whole time and hadnt said much the whole time was finally put to use. As the entire Mix was jumping and shouting for joy, he announced, After the conclusion by the judge, Mix battleteams result has been deemed valid. Now I announce, China eSports battleteam, Mix battleteam is the champion of the national qualifiers and will directly qualify for the international league! Just as the sound of his voice was dying away, the cheers from Mixs fans under the stage grew louder, the deafening sound that almost burst ones eardrums filled the entire gymnasium. On stage, before the seats reserved for the red team, the five big boys who had formed a circle finally lifted their heads. Even Mo Huaifeng who was usually a cool and indifferent person could not hide the smile on his lips, Ks eyes had even turned red. It had been three years. Three years ago, Mix battleteam became the champion of the national qualifiers under the public spotlight. Following that, suffered a crushing defeat at the international league, a teammate who once fought alongside them quit the team out of displeasure. Chinas number one eSports battleteam Mix had to undergo a reassembly, this incident had been mocked by an immeasurable amount of people. Later on Xiao joined the team. Xiaofei joined the team. Then, Xiao who had been a teammate for two years was diagnosed with a hand injury, so serious that he needed to undergo surgery. After that, Ji Zhiyao joined the team. Because of Ji Zhiyaos identity as a broadcaster and the incidents that followed- losing training tournaments, turning on livestreams and being used by an ex-teammate publicly, so many people were waiting tough at Mix, waiting for them to be held down and ruffled against the ground, never to stand up again. They had no say and could only ceaselessly train train and train. Now, they can finally prove... Mix, will never be resigned to being ced beneath others! They will not yield to anyone else, because they themselves are enough to walk to highest position. Everyone loosened their hands. Ji Zhiyaos eyes were a little red too. Thepetition may have ended, but the post-match formalities still had to be done. All of Mix queued up and shook hands with Tall Boots one by one. The queue was formed ording to their seating arrangement during thepetition, K was the first, followed by Heng, Ji Zhiyao, Mo Huaifeng andstly Nuo. Ji Zhiyao walked towards Lan Guang and as they shook hands, Lan Guang said, Congrats. Ji Zhiyao hurriedly bowed to him. Senior, ever since I joined the team, youve always been my example to learn from. Im really thankful. Lan Guang was stunned for a moment, then he smiled sincerely. I hope to be able to see you on the international stage in the future. And you will definitely go even further. Lan Guang did not vocalize the second half of his sentence, but Ji Zhiyaos eyes had already lit up. He nodded to Lan Guang again, continued to walk to the next person. The formalities ended, signaling the start of the award ceremony. Xiaofei, Xiao, the stats analyzer and Yuan Wei, all four of them went onto the stage from the participants passageway. Xiaofei and Xiao were directly pulled onto the podium by Heng and Ji Zhiyao, seven people squeezed on the spot meant for five, bright smiles were on every face. With a click, seven smiling faces were frozen in time in the photograph. When the award ceremony ended, Yuan Wei announced, Itll be about another half an hour before we can leave, an eSports column has asked for a post-match interview and Tall Boots and us, itll be done in the hallter. With that, he added after an oh, I almost forgot. The club said two days ago, if we win the national qualifiers, five hundred thousand yuan bonus per person, and a seven day tour to Sanya- Ji Zhiyao cut him off as he eximed, Ahhhh bonus! Damn I finally see some hope for my deducted sry! Look at how hopeless you are! You are in a rtionship with Captain and he didnt give you a card? No, I do not wish to be a kept man. Mo Huaifeng replied to that. Tsk. At this moment, a staff member knocked on the door of the waiting room, informing them to go to the room next door for the interview. As Xiaofei and Xiao did notpete, they asked to not go over and to wait in the waiting room. Hence Mo Huaifeng brought the remaining four others next door, once they opened the door, they found that there were two sofas ced side by side, the members of Tall Boots were seated on the one on the left and at present they looked especially like idiots with how they had all turned back to look at them. Mixs members arranged themselves and took their seats. Reporter: Today we are very honoured to have invited Mix battleteam and Tall Boots battleteam to be the guests of our eSports If Id Known Earlier. Firstly wed like to congratte Mix battleteam for winning the championship and Tall Boots foring in second. Mo Huaifeng: Thank you. Xiaoye: Thank you eSports If Id Known Earlier. Reporter: Lets have our two Captains first describe how you feel after the end of todayspetition. Mo Huaifeng: The result was in ordance with expectations, theres nothing much to be surprised about. Xiaoye: I have quite a bit of mixed feelings, after all we tumbled in Mix hands at the previous national qualifiers too, today when we shook hands at the end, I suddenly had a scary thought: Would it be that my hand would be shook by Mix this way all the way till I retire? Everyoneughed out loud in good humor. Reporter: We saw that Mix battleteams jungler has been Yao-god from the start till the end today. Could you exin the reason? Mo Huaifeng: Previously, in order to not affect the fans mood, we did not announce it earlier. Ill exin now, due to a rpse of his hand injury, Xiao-god needs to recuperate for the time being and is unable topete, hence it has been Yao ying for the whole time today. Of course, as everyone can tell, he did very well. Reporter: Fi-god has a lot to say at the mention of Yao-god. Seems like, our Fi-god really dotes on Yao-god a lot. Ji Zhiyao: They all joke around saying I am Captain biological son, actually Im very thankful for Captains help to me. Mo Huaifeng coughed twice. Heng took over the buck. NoHomo joined the teamte and hes also young, so he is our teams pet. Reporter: I see. Now the national qualifiers have ended, may I know what are both teams ns for the future? Mo Huaifeng: We will probably rest for a period of time, then begin training in preparation for the international league. Because time is very tight and there are many strong international eSports teams, we need to be substantially prepared. Xiaoye: We will continue to train hard for a period of time, then strive for a breakthrough, to get a spot in the international league. On this point I must agree with Fi-god, were really tight with time, if we want to get a cing at the international league, we must put in the corresponding amount of effort needed. Reporter: Very positive words. Then have both teams ever considered, if you do ce in the first few ranks at the international league, what would you do after that? This question was answered from the left to right. The first to speak was K. He thought for a while before answering, Ill firstly go get a lottery ticket? After all something so hardly possible has happened to me, what else would be impossible? Heng: After that I would want to fall in love and date someone, having to face this bunch of males everyday at the base, its terrible. Ji Zhiyao: I dont have any big dreams. Most famous crosstalk actor in the eSports scene, how about that? Everyone speechlessly looked towards Ji Zhiyao at once. Mo Huaifeng could not help but face-palm. Yet Ji Zhiyao felt that there was nothing wrong with his dream, even thinking that it was very ambitious, seeing that everyone was looking at him, he also bowed his head to nce at himself as he questioned, Whats wrong? Why are all of you looking at me? Everyone was speechless. Reporter: Our Yao-gods ideas are really refreshing and unusual... how about Fi-god? Mo Huaifeng: At first I wanted to say that theres no need to dream about such things, now... How about watching Yao-gods solo crosstalks everyday? The remaining three members of Mix had to hold their tongues. Were they the only ones who knew that this was a blinding act of PDA? Shameless couple! Oh how infuriating! Seeing how the reporter appeared rather puzzled, Nuo quickly took over the conversation, virtually worried sick about helping his Captain and NoHomo hide their secret. Ask me. My dream is to be an ADC. This way I can take the red buff without fear, and dont have to be worried that I would be dissed. Chapter 174

    Chapter 174: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Mo Huaifeng: Such dreams would best be left till after you retire. For a day that you are Mix, you will stay away from my red buff. Nuo: Do you see that! What inhumane treatment I am usually subjected to! Oh yes, another reason why I want to be an ADC, I wont have to bait opponents! Reporter: ... I forgot to inform everyone before the start of the interview, although eSports If Id Known reports mainly through newspapers, but were livestreaming online at the same time too. Everyone was speechless. Ji Zhiyao nkly looked behind the reporter. There was really a camera there, but he had always thought that it was meant to take a few photographs for their publications use. Yet now... It seems that the camera had been switched on the whole time. So what did Mo Huaifeng do earlier? Would he get battered to death by Mo Huaifengs fans? Ji Zhiyao stared nkly, appearing like he no longer had anything to live for. The one who was in greater despair than him was Nuo, both his hands covered his mouth with a panic-stricken expression on his face. I did not say anything! The team dictator is still Captain daddy! Have mercy on me! Mo Huaifeng: Shut up. Hence Nuo very aggrievedly stole a nce at Tall Boots topner beside him. The topner was on pretty good terms with him and came forward to answer, Never thought of this question, its something thats rather distant from us for now. Xiaoye: Firstly, we really hope that Mix would achieve a good result. As everyone knows, Tall Boots and Mix are brother battleteams, our capabilities very well-matched, if our brothers achieve a good cing, we definitely wont be far off. Mo Huaifeng: It would be better if you just say want to be carried to a win. Xiaoye: Dont be so straightforward. Though I do mean it that way. Actually he need not appear at all, these eSports yers who could spout suggestive remarks were better at holding an interview than he was. Lan Guang: Our Captain is too arrogant, wed better be down-to-earth. Support: Agreed. With the exception of Xiaoye, everyone in Tall Boots was very humble. The reporters then asked a few more questions and the interview formally ended. Ji Zhiyao secretly peeped at the camera that was finally switched off and breathed a sigh of relief, rotating his already stiff neck before leaving the room with everyone else. They returned to their original waiting room to grab their belongings and boarded the van to return to the base, nning to put their things down beforeing out again for dinner. While on the way, Ji Zhiyao couldnt stop himself from searching up eSports If Id Known in Weibo, then found a post of a livestream that just ended 10 minutes ago. [eSports If Id KnownV: Today eSports event Heroes National Qualifiers has officially ended, Xiaozhi managed to interview champion battleteam Mix battleteam @Mix Battleteam OfficialV and second cing Tall Boots battleteam @Tall Boots Battleteam OfficialV at the earliest moment, want to know what new obscenities the gods of the eSports scene have? Check out the [link] for more. ] Ji Zhiyao blurted, ... Damn! Its really here? Mo Huaifeng shifted his body and leaned over. What? The interview earlier. Mo Huaifeng instantly lost all interest and leaned back into the seatzily, giving a snicker, Could it still be fake? Ji Zhiyao had no time to wrangle with Mo Huaifeng, he was only concerned about whether Mo Huaifengs suggestive remarks had unintentionally implicated the both of them. Hence he put in his ear piece and began to watch the rey of the livestream. The video began from Tall Boots battleteam entering the little quiet room, on the screen, thements were everywhere. [Oh my god, why is Ye-god so cute!] [PUAHAHAHA the expressions with which these bunch of people are watching Mix enter the room is a living emotive, the look of admiring the big brother LOL] [What demons are they, arent they too adorable!] [Mix! Mix! Mix!] [Congrattions Mix battleteam for winning the championship of the national qualifiers!] [Congrattions Mix battleteam for winning the championship of the national qualifiers!] [Congrattions Mix battleteam for winning the championship of the national qualifiers!] Thisment filled the entire screen very quickly, with words everywhere. Other than thisment, Ji Zhiyao couldnt even see everyones faces on the screen anymore. Ji Zhiyao was resigned and dragged the progress bar towards the back slightly. ... suddenly had a scary thought: Would it be that my hand would be shook by Mix in this manner all the way till I retire? Xiaoyes entire expression distinctly showed that hed yet to recover from the shock, Ji Zhiyao chuckled, then read thements again. [Since Fi was created, why create Ye?] [Xiaoye: Ive got a ton of curses in my heart but I still have to sit here and act with the rest of you, damn so infuriating!] [Thatment in front why create Ye are you a demon HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!] [Small eyes filled with the eagerness towards life.] [Xiaoye: If I do this could you guys let me off already? The others: We will not!] Ji Zhiyao snorted out loud. Mo Huaifeng was ying with his phone, upon hearing this sound he sat again and directly pulled out his ear piece on the left side and plugged it into his own ear. Ji Zhiyao thus shifted his phone towards the middle, both of them continued to watch on together. Fi-god has a lot to say at the mention of Yao-god. Seems like, our Fi-god really dotes on Yao-god a lot. Ji Zhiyaomented, Why does this reporter keep spouting nonsense trying to start some rumors? Mo Huaifeng countered, What has he said wrong? Ji Zhiyao pointed to himself. Big brother, could you have some conscience, I merely took your red buff and you acted like you wanted to kill me, may I know how that is doting on me? Youre still alive right now, isnt this sufficient proof? Ji Zhiyao gave him an overly-sweet smile. Then Im really feeling rather overwhelmed by your special love. Youre wee. Ji Zhiyao had nothing much to say this thick-skinned mutt and could only silently rolled his eyes. Then he heard Yuan Wei who was seated at the very first row of the van shout, Thats enough from the both of you! Do you still have any damn limits at heart? Mo Huaifeng replied calmly, Did you receive too much sryst month? Yuan Wei gritted his teeth. Daddy please do as you please! He silently expressed his contempt towards Yuan Wei, the idiot with no integrity, then feigned a professional smile. Captain let us continue watching. After one to two minutester, Ji Zhiyao made a hmm sound. Whats going on, when it came to talking about why Brother Xiao did notpete, no one cursed at me? Xiao who was in the row in front was confused. What names do you want people to call you? Maniptive b*tch, need-for-carry b*tch [1. Female gamers who try to get carried by other (male) gamers to victory.], cancer of the eSports scene, intentionally schemed to stop Brother Xiao frompeting and whatnot. Yet no one is criticizing me, Im very not used to it. Xiao coughed. ... Son, have you been watching too many pce drama television series? Ji Zhiyao pursed his lips and continued to watch the livestream. Towards the back, where he himself spouted wildly, saying he wanted to be the Most famous crosstalk actor in the eSports scene, eighth-grade syndrome was written all over his face as he appeared sillier by the minute... Ji Zhiyaos expression instantly looked worse than having swallowed a fly whole. Mo Huaifeng raised a brow at him. Do you know how we felt at that time now? ... please watch the video quietly thank you! Yet as they continued to watch on, Mo Huaifengs famous scene of watching Yao-gods solo crosstalks everyday appeared, the entire screen was spammed with [Windy Couple is the best], but there wasnt any exposed gay rtionship in Ji Zhiyaos imagination. Hence Ji Zhiyao sighed in relief and after making a tsk sound, questioned from the bottom of his heart. Captain, honestly speaking, did you do that on purpose? Mo Huaifengs expression went nk for a moment. No. I didnt know that the camera was switched on. Heh, man. Since he still doubted him then why ask in the first ce? Asking for a beating? There wasnt anything much in the rest of the interview. Ji Zhiyao hastily took a few nces and just in time, the van had already arrived at the base, hence he tugged off the earpiece that was in Mo Huaifengs ear and put it into his pocket together with his phone. Everyone carried their own belongings, after putting them down, they boarded the van again. 30 minutester, the van stopped outside one of the most well-known barbecue ces in the city center. All of Mix, with the addition of the stats analyzer, coach and Yuan Wei, streamed into the restaurant in onerge group. The server hurriedly led them to the quietest spot in the restaurant andbined two tables before they sat down. Nuo held the menu, skimming it as he said to the server. Give us a serving each of all meats you have, and a few side dishes, you can just help us pick whatever goes well together. Oh yes, another two bundles of beer, normal temperature. Anything else you guys want to add on? Ji Zhiyao rolled his eyes. You have already ordered the full ensemble, add on my ass. Nuo snickered. Its been very long since we feasted on Captains treat. Now that weve finally have this chance after waiting for so long, we must eat more to feel more settled. After sending away the evidently shocked server, they began to chat. Ji Zhiyao finally remembered a question that had been troubling him for days, poking Mo Huaifengs elbow, he asked, Captain, Bugs Qiang is going to retire now? Mo Huaifeng nced at him and frowned lightly. Hasnt been set for now. What does hasnt been set means? Qiang himself has not decided? No, Qiang does not want to retire. Mo Huaifeng said, The shareholders of their club are in two camps. Once is not letting Qiang go on the basis of the results, the other wants to force Qiang to retire. One of the shareholders who wants Qiang to retire is allegedly said to have a lot of shares, he was also the one who poached Big Fish. Ji Zhiyao understood then. Turns out that the rumor online about Qiang offending someone, was not a groundless one. He was slightly upset. Isnt Summer the season for contract extensions? Qiang should have just renewed his contract? The corner of Mo Huaifengs lips turned up in a mocking angle. The thing about extending contracts, its more favorable for the club. If the club breaches the contract, they only need to pay a small sum ofpensation. So this means, its very possible that Qiang will be retired? Was this still the eSports scene? Before he entered this industry, Ji Zhiyao had always thought that because local eSports wasnt well-developed, with the exception ofpetition periods, all the battleteams were as close as members of the same family, intending to work hard together to step onto the world stage... Yet now it seems like it wasnt as he had imagined. Just like what he was seeing, the condition of the eSports scene, was not as wonderful. Mo Huaifeng bumped his shoulder. A penny for your thoughts? Ji Zhiyao came back to his senses and said in a low voice, DiamondJ, Qiang, all of them are very good yers. Excellent character, dont mess with fans, even after being in the eSports scene for so many years, there was never any negative news about them. Professional yers with such upright conduct, whether locally or in foreign battleteams, were probably very rare. Its really... Mo Huaifeng nodded with a mm and gave Ji Zhiyao a squeeze on his thigh to express his constion. Those two over there, at any rate do take note of your image can you? Dont think we didnt see anything, its simply unbearable to watch! Yuan Wei did not dare to make much noise, only resorting to ring angrily to show his rage. Did both of you hear what I just said? Ji Zhiyao stared nkly. What did you say? I knew it was like this was stamped on Yuan Weis face. I just said that the club had sent me a text, how is it that you didnt hear anything, what were you doing? Ji Zhiyaos ears became flushed, putting on a fierce expression as he threatened, Are you going to tell me or not? Tsk. The club said, at the start of next month well go to Sanya for a holiday, then itll be off days all the way till the 15th of January next year and well begin training in February. Ji Zhiyao eximed, Damn, such a long vacation, its even longer than the vacations I have from school. Yes yes, arent you very happy! Mo Huaifeng chimed in, Have you forgotten something? Ji Zhiyao suddenly turned mournful. Damn it, youre right, I still have to attend school! The others stayed mum too. Ji Zhiyao went mad. Why the f*ck do I still have to attend school ahhhh! Ji Zhiyao continued. I dont even know how long its been since I opened my dorm room chat group. In other words, my teacher might have already noted my name down but I still dont know about it... Just what have I done wrong? The heavens are envious of the talented! Mo Huaifeng finally said something. The heavens are envious of the talented? Dont misuse the phrase. Boohoohoo! I keep having an ill feeling, I might already be in deep trouble. Today I was thinking if I should buy some clothes for the Sanya holiday, I have finally have something to spend my 500 thousand yuan bonus on, now it seems... Can 500 thousand yuan buy a spot in university? Yuan Wei stepped up to console him. Hey NoHomo, dont be too worried, the teachers at university all are very open-minded now. You brought honor to the school and brought a championship back, I reckon theyd all be very pleased. Would they be so open-minded as to ept a student who attended less than a weeks worth of lessons in a semester? Um... Ji Zhiyao kept mumbling Im dead Im dead Im dead, while opened the chatting app that he had not used for for quite some time in a frenzy, then he realized that Yang Bing had already @ him three days ago. [TheMostGood-lookingLadInTheEntireSUni: Youre dead. @MelonInAMelon.] [TheMostGood-lookingLadInTheEntireSUni: Our tutor said to get you to find him at the staff room when youre back in school.] [TheMostGood-lookingLadInTheEntireSUni: Oh yes, he even asked whether he needed to make an appointment with you, are you able to make time?] [MelonInAMelon: Just saw this, can I still remedy this?] [TheMostGood-lookingLadInTheEntireSUni: Oh my damn, Old Ji youve finally appeared! Congrats on the national championship! Remember to get a copy of autographs for me!] [MelonInAMelon: Im about to f*cking die and youre talking to me about this!] [Wen Heng: My condolences.] [Chao: My condolences.] [TheMostGood-lookingLadInTheEntireSUni: [candle] ] [MelonInAMelon: _(:_)_ So what exactly went on? Wasnt it going great previously... Why was I suddenly caught?] [TheMostGood-lookingLadInTheEntireSUni: Do you not have any awareness of the fact that you are a public figure? Our teachers arent living in an environment withmunications cut off, theyre great at everything, phones,puters and TV games!] [Chao: I heard, our tutor saw you on TV. Werent your results especially good when you first started school? The lecturer has a very good memory, he saw your photo in the past and that memory was still fresh in his mind.] Chapter 175

    Chapter 175: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios [Wen Heng: Probably because hes handsome.] Ji Zhiyao lifted a corner of his lips. Did he think that he would be happy after theyplimented him like this? He couldnt bring himself to be happy at all! He put his phone aside and hugged himself tight miserably. Mo Huaifeng questioned, Whats wrong? My tutor has taken note of me, Im scared. Ji Zhiyao looked at the table, in the time where he was texting, several cold dishes and tes of meat had been served. He picked up a peanut to eat, saying gloomily as he chewed, Our teacher told me to go meet him once Im back in school, even the thought of it is scary. Would he really expel me? Hengmented, Would he still ask to meet you for a talk if he was nning to expel you? Dont be so silly my boy. Ji Zhiyao realized that he was right after giving it some thought and hence became at ease, then looked towards Yuan Wei with eager eyes. So Brother Yuan Wei, I shall not go for the holiday, could you get the club to convert it into cash for me? Mo Huaifeng frowned slightly. Youre in need of money? Im not, but who wouldin that he has too much money? Besides, I still have to earn allowance for my sister. Youre really good to her. This tone sounded a little off. Ji Zhiyao lifted his head and saw that Mo Huaifeng was staring right at him, and quickly remedied. Shes your sister too, remember to give her more pocket money yeah! Mo Huaifeng was left speechless. Was he supposed to be happy or angry? The others all looked speechless and constipated. Nuo pretending to be retching, in addition to an especially disdainful expression on his face. Can we have a meal in peace? In any case were outside right now, isnt it better for both of you to be more cautious? Hes right, we just won the championship, isnt it good to stay alive? Yuan Wei said, Let me ask the club, though we havent had any past cases of converting a holiday into cash previously, it should be doable. Thus Ji Zhiyao was very pleased and threw the thought of wanting to rebut Nuo to the back of his mind as he replied, Thanks a lot, Brother Yuan Wei. The meat on the barbecue rack was already more or less done, everyone began to dig in,ughing and talking as they ate. When they returned to the base after dinner, Ji Zhiyao sprawled out on his bed after a shower. As he recalled how he had yed four consecutive matches today, to clinching the championship and raising the trophy up high, things just somehow did not feel real. He picked up his phone to scroll Weibo and realized that his number of followers had exceeded 10 million. Ji Zhiyao rubbed his eyes and took another look. Yet nothing had changed, it was 10 million. He was also an influencer with 10 million fans now! Ji Zhiyao swiftly became cocky, joyfully tapping into Mo Huaifengs profile, intending to mock his 10 million following that he was once very envious of. Yet he found... 21 million. Ji Zhiyao was dumbfounded, his eyes stared at those digits, almost burning a hole in the phones screen. Yet the number did not change. Ji Zhiyao gnashed his teeth in anger. What bullsh*t! Isnt it just because his Captain is good looking, and he does not belong to them. Why were they paying so much attention to him? It was simply infuriating. Ji Zhiyao muttered towards the screen for quite some time before he calmed down with a cough and secretly switched to his private ount to enter the interestmunity of Mo Huaifeng and his own Windy Couple. ... The next morning. Ji Zhiyao woke up with just enough time to get to his first period, packed his bag and headed out to book a ride back to school. This timing was rtively ingenious, everyone was either heading to ss or up for breakfast, there were lots of people on campus. Ji Zhiyao hadnt even stepped past the gates and already found many girls going ahhhhh and boys makingments like indeed quite handsome, deserving of the championship while pointing at him, they seemed like they were about to pounce on him in the next second. He quickly pulled his cap lower, nced left and right, then took to his heels and ran. Running all the way to a little corner on the ground floor of his dormitory, Ji Zhiyao really didnt have it in him to continue anymore and stopped. While panting heavily, he held onto the railings and crawled his way upstairs arduously. He finally made it to his dorm and pushed opened the door. The three others had yet to leave, seeing him enter, they were first stunned, then Yang Bing instantly pounced on him and gave him several bear hugs. Ji Zhiyao was almost suffocated by his hold. Damn it Bing! What have you been eating in school? Why are you so heavy now? Could you not poke at my sore spot the moment youe back? Ji Zhiyao retreated as he dodged Yang Bings intentional forward bump, then he took another two steps and bumped shoulders with both Wen Heng and Ning Lichao. Congrats on the championship, waiting for you to carry meter on. Wen Heng said. Ji Zhiyao grinned. Sure, sure, no problem. Ill be back here to stay tonight, I guarantee to bring you up to Challenger rank. With that, the creepy feeling of the crowds of people staring at him like an animal in the zoo came to his mind and he involuntarily shivered. Whats with our school? The moment I stepped in today, there were so many people surrounding me, if I hadnt run while they werent paying attention, I definitely wouldnt be able to get out even at the end of the day. Yang Bing was surprised. Were there many girls? Ji Zhiyao was confused. Yeah, quite a lot. Damn! Why did you still run when there were girls! Youre so unpromising! How great of a chance was that to flirt with girls huh? Indeed, it was a wrong decision to discuss these things with Yang Bing. As it was almost time for ss, Ji Zhiyao quickly grabbed his books from the table and left the dorm with them. While on their way, he asked, Do you guys think that I would still be well and alive after meeting the tutor today? Being alive is a definite, but whether youre well or not is another matter. Yang Bing put a knife through Ji Zhiyaos chest without batting an eyelid. Ji Zhiyao became even more depressed. Before I look for our tutor Ill go repost all the images of koi fish, I dont believe I wont be able to make it out of it alive. Yang Bing chuckled. Impressive, impressive, cant afford to offend you. The four of them rushed their way and finally entered the lecture hall before the lesson began. Once Ji Zhiyao stepped in, he felt countless gazes fall on him, and his scalp instantly went numb. He pretended not to see and walked to the veryst row with Yang Bing and the rest. He sat in the seat right on the outside, making it easy for him to run once ss ended. Im finally experiencing the feeling of having all eyes on me. Yang Bing sat down, with a twitch of the corner of his lips, his expression didnt look too happy. But why do I feel ufortable all over? Wen Heng nodded. I shall not sit with Old Ji in lessons anymore. And Ning Lichao agreed as well. I think so too... Ji Zhiyao pretended to sob. Are we still brothers, you guys are abandoning me so easily? Yang Bing sighed heavily. We dont wish to do that too. But we really do not have the luck to enjoy all this, its better to leave them all for you. Ji Zhiyao lifted the corner of his lips then pulled out a textbook from his backpack and set it upright to block the vision of others. Brought out his phone to send a text. [MelonRind: Help! Why are all these people doing this to me!] [DB.MHF: Someone blocked your way?] [MelonRind: Not quite considered blocking, but its about the same _(:_)_ my heart is so tired.] [DB.MHF: As a public figure, you must get ustomed to this.] Ji Zhiyao let out a heh and typed: [Youre right, after all there are many prettydies, its not bad to take a look for some eye candy.] [DB.MHF: Beware that I will break your mutt legs.] Ji Zhiyao read the text, then put his phone away again, the corner of his lips turned up unconsciously as he shook his leg, feeling very pleased. Less than two minutes passed, the lecturer arrived and began the lecture. Most of the explicit and secret gazes disappeared, Ji Zhiyao sighed in relief and read his textbook ording to what was lectured. The amount of sses that he had missed was too much. Wanting to catch up all at once was really out of the question, first understanding what was written in the textbook was already something. One period was about one and a half hours, and it went past very quickly. Ji Zhiyao had just finished reading one chapter and it was already the end of ss. Before the lecturer left, Ji Zhiyao observed his ssmates all around who seemed to be restless and eager for action, he first tapped Yang Bing and conveyed in a low voice, Help me to bring my backpack back, Im going to evacuate first, Ill be back at the dorm after Ive met our tutor. Yang Bing replied in a simrly low voice, Go ahead, I will take good care of your family for you. ... Screw you! He indignantly kicked Yang Bings leg, then slid off the chair like a mud fish and swiftly ran out through the back door of the lecture hall. Their tutors office was located in another academic building. Ji Zhiyao ran to the ground floor, swiped the QR code in a bike-sharing app to unlock a bicycle, then hastily rushed to the other side. In less than ten minutes, Ji Zhiyao had already arrived at his destination, and got off to head upstairs. As this academic building was the office building for all tutors, it was especially quiet. The further Ji Zhiyao went on the stairs, the more he felt that a disaster was imminent. Before he entered the office, he pulled out his phone and quickly reposted several images of koi before knocking on the door. A voice sounded from the inside very quickly. Come in. Ji Zhiyao silently drew a cross before his chest, then opened the door to the office. The room wasnt especially big and there was only their facultys tutor in there. Ji Zhiyao stood properly very quickly and greeted meekly, Good morning tutor, I am Ji Zhiyao from ss 3 from the Faculty of Law. Oh my, its you! Comeee, dont stand on ceremony, take a seat. Ji Zhiyao blinked dazedly and instinctively sat onto the sofa ording to the tutors instructions. Were all the teachers these days so amiable? Yet Ji Zhiyao evidently remembered the lecture they got when they first started school, their tutor was beating the idea of if you cant do it then dont even criticize it, simply fierce and strict. Whats with the change in character now? Just as he was feeling doubtful, his tutor sat down opposite him and said with a pleasant smile. About your situation, I already knew about it. Firstly, I would like to congratte you on the championship. Ji Zhiyao became even more fearful, even his tongue was no longer as glib. No no no Sir you tter me, my results are average, its my teammates who are better. But, a country has itsws and a family its rules, although you are very outstanding, the school cannot make an exception for you, otherwise we wouldnt be able to manage the other students well, do you agree? He knew it would be like this. Though he was in great despair, he still replied conscientiously, You are right. You are counted to have skipped an entire semester of lessons. Out of consideration for your situation, I have requested to the school, we will have your parents make a trip here and you are to hand in a 10 thousand words reflection. Ji Zhiyao froze for a moment, his face became a little blue. Lets put aside the 10 thousand word reflection for now, getting parents toe to school... Which university still needed to invite the parents of their students to school? Why had he never heard of it before? Sir, its not that Im unwilling... Both of my parents are doctors, they are involved in many surgeries every day and really too busy, they might not have time toe to school. The tutor was evidently a little stumped, a thought suddenly sprang to Ji Zhiyaos mind. How about this Sir, I stay with the battleteam more these days, can I get my Captain toe meet you? Our Captain looks over our meals, amodation, everything, hes akin to a second parent. Sir, do you y video games? Captain is very skillful with games. Hes very handsome too, Sir do you want an autograph? Both of them stared at each other, Ji Zhiyao capably demonstrated a sincere smile, the tutor was difited and made a difficultpromise as he said, I think... That would work too. Ji Zhiyao spoke swiftly, Thats great! Ill give my Captain a call now, Sir please hold on! Ji Zhiyao quickly slipped out of the office and called Mo Huaifeng. Mo Huaifeng picked up very quickly, just as he said hello, he was already interrupted by Ji Zhiyao. Dont hello anymore, Captain save me! Quickly make a trip to my school? There instantly a crashing from the other hand, as if someone had gotten up too quickly and pulled something down, at the same time there was also the sound of hurried footsteps... Mo Huaifeng asked, What happened? Um... My tutor wanted to meet my parents, I told him to let youe instead. All at once, all the sounds in the receiver stopped like a cassette being paused, leaving Mo Huaifeng questioning calmly, What did you say? Repeat it? Parents or family member? Pa... Think it through. Your answer will determine whether or not I will beat you after I arrive at your school. Ji Zhiyao was in despair. What can I do, Im feeling very hopeless too! I still have a 10 thousand word reflection to write! Mo Huaifeng felt especially helpless. Ill be there in 20 minutes. Then with a click, he hung up. Hearing the beep, Ji Zhiyaos countenance instantly changed, letting out a tsk sound, he put his phone and pushed opened the door back into the office. Sir please hold on, my Captain will be here soon. His tutor nodded. Ji Zhiyao sat back onto the sofa, he wanted to y with his phone but didnt dare to, hence he just stared ahead, asionally bowing his head, secretly peeling at his nails for a while. About 20 minutester, Ji Zhiyaos phone rang. He leaped up from his seat. Sir please hold on, Ill go bring my Captain up. His tutor nodded, Ji Zhiyao bowed, slipped out of the office and picked up the call. Captain, youre here? Mm. Because hed was using hands-free calling, Mo Huaifengs voice sounded slightly soft. Im at the gates, where do I go next? Left turn, left turn, then right turn, then go straight for 200 meters. Cant you say north south east west? Wow, you still dont know that I cant differentiate between north south east west? Are you a fake boyfriend? Mo Huaifeng was choked up and said after quite some time. I got it,e meet me downstairs. Im walking down right now, Ill be there right away. As the sound of hisst word fell, he stepped down from the veryst step onto the t ground of the ground floor and walked towards the main entrance. Hed just taken a few steps out and he already saw, through the ss, Mo Huaifengs show-off of a Cadic. Chapter 176

    Chapter 176: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios He stepped outside in a few steps and gestured with his hands for his Captain who was still seated in the drivers seat to get out. Mo Huaifeng opened the car door and walked over, Ji Zhiyao said, Captain, in any case youre entering the backyard of the nation, couldnt you be maintain a slightly lower profile? Mo Huaifeng replied casually, One car was sent for maintenance yesterday, the rest do not have petrol. He followed Ji Zhiyao up the stairs and walked to the door of the office, Ji Zhiyao beat him to opening the door and held it open for him. Captain, go on in, Ill stay outside and be a lookout for you guys. Be a lookout, is it used this way? Its about the same meaning, as long as you can understand what Im saying. Mo Huaifeng swept a nce at him, then walked inside. Ji Zhiyao waited for him to enter then closed the door right away. Any frustrating matters shall all be left to Captain! He had better quickly search for a temte ande up with a 10 thousand word reflection for his tutor. Ji Zhiyao sat directly on a small empty space beside the office, using his phone as he leaned against the wall. When he had found the temte, the door to the office remained tightly shut, hence he opened Weibo with great boredom, hoping to find some entertainment. And he did, only it was of himself. As the others in the battleteam were all part of his following, the moment Ji Zhiyao logged, he received a notification that K had tagged him, he tapped to look at the post in confusion and realized that it was a repost. [Mix.KV: At the thought that your Yao-god is in school gloomily attending lessons and preparing for examinations while I get to go to Sanya to enjoy the sun and the beaches I just cannot hold back @Mix.Yao by the way, Captain went out earlier all for this, it seems.] [lovingyouineverylook: True story, no exaggeration. Yao-gods ssmate here. Our tutor watched the national qualifiers on TVst week and then realized that Yao-god had not beening to ss and told his dorm mates to tell Yao-god to meet him once he is back in school. Today Yao-god came to ss, and ran like mad outside when ss ended, he gave his bag to his dorm mate to... By the looks of it ummm... Seems like theres going to be a parent-teacher meeting?] Even he himself had just found out about having to meet his parents, which ssmate was this that she managed to guess even this? She mustve been a special agent in her previous life! Also K the idiot went so far as to repost it... In usual times he looked to be a human with mutt-like attitudes, an extremely shrewd person, why was he behaving like a retard who had taken too much of his medication! Why wasnt Yuan Wei reining him in! Does the great Yao-god not want his pride? In thements [The first eSports professional yer in history who has to have his parents brought to school even after winning the championship], [Fi-god attended the parent-teacher meeting? Nothing wrong, he is the daddy after all], [I really dont want to watch this sweet interaction its totally silly LOL], Ji Zhiyaos jaw was almost breaking from how hard he was gritting his teeth. It was really pissing him off. Ji Zhiyao was full of anger as he sent K a WeChat text: [Look at what a great thing youve done! Im ordering to f*cking kill yourself on the spot!] [KisExtremelyHandsome: Dont be like this. Was I wrong? Captain did not go out to attend your parent-teacher meeting.] [MelonRind: ?] [MelonRind: Whether he did or not, youre really asking for a beating when you expose it like this.] [KisExtremelyHandsome: Damn seems like its true. Im about to dieughing big brother!] Ji Zhiyao was so enraged that his skull was throbbing as he held his forehead, he realized that another voice message about 30 seconds long had popped up on his screen. He inhaled deeply, tapped it and heard Ks wretched voice. You calm down! Think about how Im going to Sanya soon and were going to be separated, you wont be able to entertain me for a long time, do you now feel that its nothing just having me have someughs? Besides how long has it been since youst got onto the trending searches? You hold the influencer title in our team! Should you be a has-been broadcaster, our team would be done for! Ji Zhiyao typed, feeling that his fingers were moving so fast they were bringing wind: [Did you think I would show mercy and forgive you? Heh, that does not exist. Just you wait, I will tell Captain in a while.] K did not reply for a good few minutes. Just as Ji Zhiyao was feeling puzzled, he saw that another post had appeared on his Weibo feed and scrolled down to look at it. [Mix.KV: Oh my god! Someone wants to silent me!] This was him being very certain that he had to stay in school for lessons and couldnt go back to the base to beat him up wasnt it? Sure, hedmitted it to memory. Ji Zhiyao gritted his teeth as he red furiously at the screen, when he did so till his eyes hurt, the door to the office opened. Ji Zhiyao rubbed his eyes and saw Mo Huaifeng standing in the doorway against the light with a slight frown. Why are you sitting there? The mes in his heart that had risen to a good three foot tall earlier instantly ceased, Ji Zhiyao stood up, dusting off his butt. Come in, your tutor wants to see you. Ji Zhiyao let out another oh... Though he also felt that he sounded a little like an idiot when he constantly let out such sounds, but he really did know what to say. He followed behind Mo Huaifeng into the office and greeted, Sir. Ji Zhiyao, I just had a chat with your Captain, all of you are indeed goodds. Ill tell you what, Ill make the decision, you dont have to write the 10 thousand word reflection anymore. Do your best for your end-of-term examinations and aim to get a bursary. His tutor said with all smiles. Ji Zhiyao did not know what kind of new idea this was and swiftly threw several sideways nces at Mo Huaifeng, yet Mo Huaifeng remained unmoved, he could only break into a grin. Thank you Sir, I will work hard. Then thats all. If you dont have any more questions, you guys may go. Mo Huaifeng nodded towards the tutor, Ji Zhiyao bowed once again... Yet when he walked to the door, Ji Zhiyao suddenly recalled a matter and turned around again, saying, Sir, I should let you know first, in the next semester, I would like to apply for a leave of absence from school. ... Take a years leave from school? The three other people in the dorm looked confusedly at him, Ji Zhiyao sat on the stool and drank a mouthful of water before replying, Yes, a years leave from school. Whats wrong? Yang Bing said, Your results are not too bad, I dont think the teachers will agree to you taking leave from school? Sounds impossible. Ji Zhiyao put his ss down, feeling very resigned as well. But my schedule for the next semester is really too tight. After the New Year celebrations, the battleteam would be going overseas for isted training, I reckon itll be several months, followed by the international league... This way, the amount of time I can spend in school would be less than a month, it would be better to temporarily stop schooling. Now that didnt sound too uneptable. Yang Bing and Wen Heng nodded, whereas Ning Lichao asked, Did our tutor agree to it? He didnt agree, neither did he object, he only told me that he wanted my parents to contact him during the vacation. My reason is rather strong, I dont think he would object after that. Yang Bing chimed in, How about your parents? They also approve of you gaming? They usually dont interfere with my decisions. Thats simply wonderful. Yang Bing said enviously. After that, a thought suddenly came to his mind. Wait a minute, if you were to take leave from school, will you not be in the same ss as us anymore? Then will the four of us still be able to stay in a dorm together? Ji Zhiyao was slightly hesitant. Its definitely a no to being in the same ss, about the dorm... We should be able to. Were all on the same campus, I think well remain as it is. Yang Bing sighed. Thats great. Im already used to this, I dont want to change dorm mates. Ji Zhiyao smiled and turned to Wen Heng. Old Wen, lend me your textbook for a look. I havent touched a single word on the pages this semester, examinations areing in two months, my conscience hurts. Wen Heng nodded and stood up to go look for his textbook. Yang Bing pointed to himself in disbelief. Old Ning is our sss generally acknowledged most serious student, so Ill let that go. But why are you borrowing Old Wens textbook instead of mine? Are you looking down on me? Hey, you still have an idea of how things stand. Ji Zhiyao youwless bastard! Ji Zhiyao grinned. You cant hit me! I should really show all your fan boys and girls online, what a mutt the so-called Yao-god is usually like. Bullsh*t! I am obviously very handsome alright? Ji Zhiyao rolled his eyes at Yang Bing, Wen Heng walked over hugging a stack of books, Ji Zhiyao quickly took them from him after catching sight. Thanks Old Wen, Ill return them to you right after Im done. No hurry, take your time to read. Ji Zhiyao put the books away, then nced at his wrist watch. Its already noon, time for lunch. Ill buy you guys a meal? Yang Bing was pleased. Sure. Are we going to the barbecue ce right outside school or the newly-opened spicy crayfish ce in school? Ji Zhiyao brought out his phone. Lets find a ce that can deliver, its up to all of you what to eat. Its safest to stay in the dorm, its too scary to go out. I dont want to go out. Yang Bing went dazed. Wen Heng lifted his lips into a smile, then named something that he wanted to eat; Ning Lichao stated his very quickly too, leaving only Yang Bing, he looked left and right, and realized that there was no room to turn the decision around and could only unwillingly ask for a delivery of spicy crayfish. After waiting for more than 40 minutes, all the takeaway arrived, spicy crayfish, fried chicken and pizza covered the entire floor, the four of them settled on the floor and began eating right away. After lunch, Ji Zhiyao tidied up the mess and put on a mask to head out and dump the trash, then climbed into his bed to take a nap. Ordering takeaway and putting on a mask and cap before heading out, Ji Zhiyao kept up with it for a whole two weeks, before the curiosity of certain schoolmatespletely subsided. As such Ji Zhiyao was then able to go out normally for meals. By this time, it was already winter, the others in the battleteam, including Mo Huaifeng had left S City for Sanya for their vacation. The greatest constion for Ji Zhiyao was that, after consulting the club, Yuan Wei converted his vacation into 80 thousand yuan of cash. Ji Zhiyaos life as a year two student officially settled into a routine, attending lessons, eating his meals and revising every day. When he was bored, he would game, turn on his livestream from time to time or video call Mo Huaifeng. It was considered the most rxing period of time he had ever since he officially became a professional yer. On this afternoon, he was watching the newest video ofpetition cuts of foreign battleteams when he received Ji Qingges call. Ji Qingges voice was a little hoarse and nasal. Brother, could youe to my school to take me home? Ever since a young age, Ji Qingge was rarely coquettish and basically never had such requests, Ji Zhiyaos brows instantly knitted into a frown as he stood up immediately to get a jacket. What happened to you? You cried? Ji Qingge coughed a few times, it was rather heart wrenching. Ji Zhiyao grew more upset the longer he listened and rushed out as he grabbed his backpack. Qingge, stop talking for now, Im taking a taxi to your school now. Go to the water dispenser to get some warm water and its best if you can ask if your teachers have honey or pear water in their office, drink some to soothe your throat. Ji Qingge coughed again and after finally stopping, she said, Brother, dont be anxious. Im running a fever now and my throat doesnt feel too good. But I already took some medicine earlier. Its been too cold at school these few days, I didnt bring any thick clothes. Dont you know to get me to bring your clothes to you when you didnt bring them? Where did your usual punch from ordering me around go? Ji Zhiyao was already out of the school gates and reached out to g down a taxi, upon hearing that, he could not hold back and chided. Ji Qingge quickly turned soft. Im not feeling well, stop nagging at me. Ji Zhiyao held it back at the end. Im going to hang up, lie on the table to rest for a while. Alright. Ji Zhiyao hung up and rushed the taxi driver. Brother, could you please go faster? My sister is sick, Im in a rush to bring her to the hospital. Look at how cold it is, the roads are very slippery, even if shes sick, we still need to be careful! The driver said, Ill try my best to go faster, but dont rush me, okay? Ji Zhiyao nodded. Thank you. The taxi gradually sped up. Ji Zhiyao sat in the backseat, his brows knitted into three pleats, making him seem like apletely different person from usual. Ji Qingge was in Year Three now, she would be taking her national exams in another half a semesters time, so she had been staying in school for this half of the year, only going home twice a month. When Ji Qingge called himst week she was still fine, when did she suddenly fall sick now? No. If it was her throat that wasnt feeling well, then she should have been unwell for a few days. He probably did not catch it during the previous call. He had really neglected his duties as an older brother. Ji Zhiyao was full of me for himself at heart. After a very long time, the driver stopped. Ji Zhiyao looked outside the window, theyd arrived outside Ji Qingges school. He quickly dug out some money from his bag and handed it to the driver, then alighted and ran into the campus. Hed been here thest time when he helped her with her belongings, he knew which ss she was in and also knew exactly where the Year Three building was. Ji Zhiyao ran madly all the way, taking a total of five minutes from the school gate to the outside of Ji Qingges ssroom. The students in the ssroom were all doing self-revision, only Ji Qingge was lying on the table, coughing from time to time. Ji Zhiyao did not knock the door but walked straight to Ji Qingge, his hand reaching onto her forehead. Her forehead was very hot, he knew at one touch that she was running a fever. Ji Qingge was roused from her sleep, when she saw Ji Zhiyao after opening her eyes, she smiled sweetly at him, calling out softly, Brother, youre here. Ji Zhiyao squatted down. Pack some things that you would need, Ill take you to the hospital. Ji Qingge nodded and picked up her bag to pack some things, the range of her movements very small. When she was done packing, Ji Zhiyao took her bag, both of them left the ssroom together. They headed to the office to inform Ji Qingges form teacher, then Ji Zhiyao took her to the municipal hospitals emergency room directly. The doctor examined her and said, Its a fever stemming from a cold, she might have caught a cold these few days, and some slight infection at the windpipe. Ill let her get a drip to bring the fever down and another anti-infection. Its best to take the anti-infection for three consecutive days, shell recover very quickly. Chapter 177

    Chapter 177: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao thanked the doctor and hurriedly took the bill to go to the reception to pay. When he came back, Ji Qingge was already on a drip and had fallen asleep. Ji Zhiyao took a seat and silently watched her for a while. Then he walked out of the ward, to the corridor to make a call. His mothers phone was switched off, probably because she was in surgery. He could only get through to his fathers phone, the calling tone rang for ten seconds before the call was picked up. Zhiyao, is anything wrong? Ji Zhiyao stood in the corner, his eyes on the ground. Dad, Qingge is ill, shes at the second level of the hospital on a drip. Come down and take a look when you have time. Ill? What illness? Is it serious? His father asked several questions, then said, I have a surgery in 10 minutes, help us to take of your sister for a while. If you dont have enough money let me know, Ill transfer money to you. Ji Zhiyao gloomily replied with an mm, then said, Its nothing, just a cold. Dad you can get back to your work. Okay, then Im hanging up. The call was hung up very quickly. It was always like this. Ji Zhiyao tugged at the corner of his lips. Ever since they were young, once they cried or threw a temper, they would be educated that their parents were doctors and had to work. Ji Qingge and himself grew up all this time independently, but they naturally still had regrets. Ji Zhiyao frowned, his mood bing a rare despondent one. He stood leaning on the wall for quite some time, even with his coat he could feel the coldness of the wall. As he was about to return to the ward to check on Ji Qingge, the phone in his pocket began to vibrate again. Ji Zhiyao pulled it out, it was an invitation for a video call, the caller ID was Captain. The corner of his lips lifted and he walked into the stairwell before putting on his ear piece and picking up the call. Captain. The background behind Mo Huaifeng was blue skies and the beach, he was lying on a deck chair, wearing sunsses. When he saw Ji Zhiyao, he was stunned and pulled off his sunsses. Where is this? The hospital? Ji Zhiyao was surprised and said in an especially soft voice. How did you know? Mo Huaifeng frowned. Thought that it looked like it, youre ill? No, its not me, its Qingge, shes running a fever and her windpipe is infected, Im apanying her while she gets a drip. I checked the weather forecast, the temperatures have dropped these few days. Did she catch a cold? Ji Zhiyao let out a heh. Said she brought too little clothes. When shes recovered, I will definitely give her a beating. With that, his tone was unconsciously with a trace of anticipation as he asked, Captain, when are you guysing back? Probably within these few days. Ji Zhiyao replied very slowly. Okay. Tell you what. Ill buy a ticket for tomorrows flight to go back, just in time to bring some food for your sister. Ji Zhiyaos expression instantly turned into disdain. Dont bring her food, you dont even know how fat she has gotten, Im almost couldnt carry her earlier. Are you her biological brother? Could I still be an adopted one? Youll never know. Youll never know my ass, you- A head suddenly popped in from the door. Sorry, the hospital does not allow loud noises, please lower your voice slightly. Go stay with your sister, Ill hang up. Then he hung with absolutely no reluctance to part. Ji Zhiyaos face was red and blue with dismay and anger, looking especially like an unwashed color palette. He remained in the stairwell with his gloomy feelings for quite some time before he returned to the ward. Ji Qingge had already woken, her eyes lit up when she saw him and gestured with her hand. Brother, get some food for me. If theres really no way then order a takeaway, Im so hungry. Ji Zhiyaos face was cold. No eating. For these few days youre only allowed to drink congee with salted vegetable, even biscuits are a no-no. If I see one biscuit crumb, Ill break your legs. But Im hungry. Good that youre hungry. See if you still dare to do this again. Ji Qingge was very aggrieved, but she also knew that her own brother was in a fit of anger, nothing she said would be of use, hence she could only stared unblinkingly at him. After a few minutes of doing so Ji Zhiyao was defeated and pulled out his phone to order a takeaway. Letse to an agreement first, only vegetables for you. Ji Qingge nodded her head like a chicken pecking at rice. She was already very satisfied to have food, how would she dare to be picky. Ji Zhiyao finished ordering the takeaway and continued to keep up his aloof expression. Ji Qingge did not know what to say and finally came up with one sentence after suppressing it for a long time. Brother, wheres my brother-inw? Not apanying you? What the f*ck? What did you say? Ji Qingge raised three fingers to swear to the heavens. Dont worry. Ive buried this secret away, Ive never told anyone. Even mum and dad dont know. Then how did you find out? About that... hehehehe. Ji Qingges eyes were curved as she smiled. If you order a fried chicken for me, Ill consider telling you. Ji Zhiyao immediately took out his phone. ... Mo Huaifeng reached out to tidy his cap, then hurriedly walked out of the airport and gged down a taxi, saying, To the municipal hospital. Half an hourter, he alighted. On the screen of his phone was an address that Ji Zhiyao had sent him an hour ago, Mo Huaifeng followed the signs and found the ward where Ji Qingge was in, then knocked on the door. The door opened very quickly, the person behind the door was Ji Zhiyao. Mo Huaifeng was about to say something when he realized that the person standing before him was smiling in a very weird manner... Goosebumps instantly rose all over his body and he looked over himself uneasily then asked after not finding anything abnormal, Why are you staring at me? Ji Zhiyao grinned. Nothing. Just felt like after not seeing our Captain for two weeks, he seemed to have be even more handsome. Mo Huaifeng coughed and said uneasily, Let me in? Ji Zhiyao kept up his beaming smile and swiftly gave way. Sure,e on in. Mo Huaifeng felt a wave of chills, he didnt know what was going on and felt as if there were prickles on his back. Ji Zhiyao intentionallygged behind Mo Huaifeng by half a step, then snickered behind him. He cant be med. It was mainly his Captain, no matter he always appeared to be extremely reliable, going around with a mocking face every day. If it wasnt for what Ji Qingge had said, he never wouldve imagined that Mo Huaifeng would be so stupid. Because he was afraid that his confession wouldnt be sessful so he got his future gay partners sister to be his wingman, a normal person wont be able to do such a thing. It was funny however he thought of it. Oh yes, he even called him cute. Although cute wasnt considered a good adjective for a big boy, but because it was Mo Huaifeng who said it... He took it entirely as apliment and epted wholly. Ji Zhiyaoughed with his head bowed when Mo Huaifeng who was walking ahead suddenly turned back, looking especially confused. Ji Zhiyao really couldnt keep it in anymore, his face was flushed as he looked up to the ceiling and chortled out loud. Mo Huaifeng was dumbfounded. What exactly had he done, that could make Ji Zhiyaough this hard? He lowered his head for a nce, his clothes werent inside out. Just what was funny about him? Ji Zhiyao said between giggles. Its nothing, dont bother about me. Mo Huaifeng pursed his lips seemingly in mockery, and Ji Zhiyao ended upughing even harder, almost falling to the ground. Mo Huaifeng simply decided to ignore him and handed the gift box he was carrying to Ji Qingge. I brought something for you. Ji Qingge took it into her arms, then ced the bag onto the table, exaggeratedly crying out loud, Oh dear, my stomach hurts. Im embarrassed to use the washroom with both of you here, Ill go out for a moment. With that, she slipped into her slippers and sneaked out of the ward very quickly, and was even especially thoughtful as to close the door behind her. Mo Huaifeng nced at the doorway, then reached out and dragged Ji Zhiyao to the corner, bowed his head and asked suspiciously, What were youughing at earlier? Ji Zhiyao replied sincerely and genuinely. Nothing, I just felt that Captain is really cute. He seemed to be slightly resigned as red slowly climbed up his ears. Yet when he looked down and caught that Ji Zhiyao was still grinning, he paused, then crashed his own lips onto his. Mo Huaifeng was rather forceful, but Ji Zhiyao did not make a sound as he very obediently allowed him to nibble as he liked. Two weeks without seeing his Captain, Ji Zhiyao actually missed him terribly. Mo Huaifeng kissed him for a long time before he backed away contentedly. As he lowered his head to look at Ji Zhiyaos mess of a pair of lips before him, he said, If you use such a gross tone again, Ill directly f*ck you till you cry. Ji Zhiyao retreated swiftly, hollering at the same time, Forget about it, youre an elderly about to turn 23 and you still want to vie with the young and strong me? Its still uncertain who would be on top and who would be below by then. Lets try? Bah! He rolled his eyes, then took a step forward in despise, reaching out to wipe Ji Zhiyaos lips. Midway through doing so, the door opened, Ji Qingge caught this scene the moment she lifted her eyes and was instantly stunned. Did Ie back too early? Do you need me to go stay outside for a bit more? I specially took note of the time and came back only after 15 minutes. Oh man, you guys are way too sluggish. Mo Huaifeng had on a noble and aloof expression as he thought to himself, this was f*cking considered slow? If he really were to be sluggish, it might be a few hours or even more. Ji Zhiyao said with a long face. Quickly shut the door. Ji Qingge returned to her senses, closed the door, so as to save the two shameless males from being seen by others. In front of his own sister, even after shed already found out about everything, Ji Zhiyao still felt a little awkward. He worked hard to change the topic, saying, You want to be discharged today? Yeah, Im lying here every day, just waiting for three bottles of drips. Ive been staying for so long that Im about to grow mold. Ji Qingge nodded. Besides were doing revision for this period of time, I have been away for three days, probablygging behind by quite a bit already. Okay then, you can rest for now, Ill go do the procedures for your discharge. Without waiting for Mo Huaifeng to speak, Ji Zhiyao had already left the ward in a dash. Mo Huaifengs face went nk for once. Ji Qingge almost snorted out loud. After some time, she said, Fi-god, I have yet to thank you for the present earlier. Youre wee. Ji Qingge touched her jaw as she kept up the conversation. Dont you think my brother is a fool, leaving you alone in the ward? Is he too trusting that you wont have act hically towards me, or feels that the matter of sisters, oh no, brother and sister going at each other, fighting for the same boyfriend wont happen to us? Mo Huaifeng tugged at the corner of his lips, evidently not too pleased. But you must make the best use of your time. I think my brother will be telling the family soon. What did you say? Ji Qingge sniggered. Coming out to my mum and dad, if not, what else could it be? Mo Huaifengs feelings instantly became a littleplex. About making it public, it wasnt that he never had such a thought. Back when he had been single for 21 years since birth and had not met Ji Zhiyao, his parents had already epted the fact that he might not be marry in this life, so inparison, to ept that he liked men shouldnt be that difficult. But with his mothers character, she would definitely ask to see the person once he announced it, and he was worried that Ji Zhiyao would find this speed of progressing to be too fast, so he dyed it again and again... Yet what he did not expect was, Ji Zhiyao who was always one beat behind him had beat him to making the decision ofing to his family. He was very happy. But also a little ashamed. He should have disclosed it long ago. More and more thoughts filled his brain, Mo Huaifeng asked, When would that be? Ji Qingge shook her head. I dont know. Even my brothering out is something that I guessed by myself ording to his behaviour. But with how cunning my brother, itll definitely be during the New Year period. He wont have to take a beating during the New Year celebrations, simply ideal. A little unspeakable helplessness was instantly added into the bit of feeling touched in Mo Huaifengs heart, he nodded speechlessly and said, I got it. My brother is really great. Mm. Ji Qingge smiled. Fi-god you must be good to him. Mo Huaifengs expression was a rare solemn one. Dont worry. Both of them sat and chatted for a short while before the door opened and Ji Zhiyao walked in from outside. There were quite a lot of people at the billing counter, I waited for very long. Ji Qingge, quickly pack up your belongings, Im taking you back to school. Ji Qingge smiled again. I got it, you nag too much. ... After doing his end-of-term examinations, it was Winter Solstice again. Ji Zhiyao returned away with his luggage in tow. Ji Qingge had yet to have her break from school, he was the only at home and was especially bored. Previously he had talked to his parents, after the end of this semester, he would take a years leave from school, both of them did not have any objections, allowing him to make decisions for himself. This made Ji Zhiyao feel slightly more rxed. He woke up from his afternoon nap and headed downstairs to watch TV for a while. Then he was really too bored and went upstairs again, preparing to sleep more. Yet metaphysics was causing trouble, once heid on his bed, he instantly felt extremely refreshed and couldnt fall asleep no matter what. Ji Zhiyao rolled around several times then sat up abruptly and began to y with his phone. He scrolled through all the trending searches that he was interested in, then went through all the profiles of his teammates, followed by his list of following... Ji Zhiyao really had nothing much to read anymore. Being bored out of his mind, he decided to think back on all the participating battleteams in the national qualifiers and check out their official ounts one by one. He could not remember the less known battleteams, but Nx, Wan Ning, Skitters etc he could still recall. Ji Zhiyao looked through several official ounts and realized that other than promotions and advertisements, there was nothing particrly interesting. Ji Zhiyao dropped his phone in boredom, then buried his face in his nket. Advertisement... Advertisement! Oh yes, didnt Yuan Wei said that he had gotten an advertisement job for then? Why was it that its been two months since the national qualifiers ended and hed still yet to see even the shadow of an advertisement? Ji Zhiyao sat up once again, picking up his phone to send a text to Yuan Wei. [MelonRind: Brother Yuan Wei, I think you ought to give me an exnation!] [ManagerYuanWei: Huh?] Chapter 178

    Chapter 178: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios [MelonRind: Didnt you say that there would be an advertisement job after the national qualifiers? My figure is about to go out of shape as I stay at home!] [ManagerYuanWei: Damn it you remembered! Very worthy of how much I usually dote on you!] [ManagerYuanWei: Ive already found the advertisement a month ago, high fees and it does not require too many shots. Otherwise Im afraid our Captain wont allow us to do it.] [MelonRind: Why?] [ManagerYuanWei: He finds it low.] [MelonRind: What advertisement is it?] [ManagerYuanWei: A newlyunched hair shampoo, Kao Anti-hair Loss Shampoo. I say you ought to really rein Captain in, Ive already told him that you want to do it and he still wouldnt approve of it!] [MelonRind: You ought to feel blessed.] [ManagerYuanWei: What?] [MelonRind: Feel blessed that Captain cant hit you through the screen.] [MelonRind: You ought to properly reflect on your abilities, as a battleteam manager, really, youre letting the nations top battleteam take on this advertisement... tsk tsk tsk, even I cant bother nagging at you.] [ManagerYuanWei: ?] Ji Zhiyao was all refreshed from rebutting Yuan Wei,ying back on his bed, heid for a moment and still could not fall asleep, then got up again to switch on hisputer. He had not touched his game in several days, his hands felt especially itchy. Ji Zhiyao firstunched the Heroes client, then logged onto his own livestream room. Though he was on vacation now, but the uses of the contract remain in effect, they were still required toplete 40 hours of livestream in a month. Ji Zhiyao took several nces at the livestream room, there werent too many fans, about 20 thousand. He greeted them, then minimized the livestream room and began a ranked match. As it was the holidays, there were many people ying ranked matches, Ji Zhiyao waited for quite a while before he was matched up with teammates. He had just locked in his position, when he saw the messages in the public chat growing rapidly. [ [TEAM] I Am The AD: What the f*ck? Yao-god? Is this for real?] [ [TEAM] Big-chested Loli Alice: Ahhhh! Yao-god please carry us! I am your little fan, youre really handsome!] [ [ENEMY] My Hug Is Very Firm: Suddenly feeling guilty.] [ [TEAM] Five Pigs Opposite: I can meet a professional yer, even in a casual ranked match? Wow, I have nothing for that. I will first go get a lottery ticket when I head outter.] [ [ENEMY] NabiXOXO: Oh dear dear, Brother Yao-god xoxo, please have mercy on uster, do go easy QAQ] Ji Zhiyao was stunned, then instinctively nced at his username. Damn it, hed forgotten to switch to his alternate ount. ... But actually it wouldnt be of much use if he had switched to his alternate ount either, after all he was still livestreaming. Ji Zhiyao scratched his head resignedly, then bit the bullet and sent a hello everyone, so as to avoid having screenshots taken and being criticized on Weibo and Tieba that he was outrageously arrogant that he had no respect for anyone... But he did not expect that after his reply, it was as if the public chat exploded, messages were spammed, Ji Zhiyaos became distressed the more he read on. He had also met Mo Huaifeng in a match previously, but back then he was obviously very restrained. The others in the game also merely expressed some exmations and did not appear to be too surprised... Why were the people now so exaggerated? Ji Zhiyao could not understand. Actually to Ji Zhiyao now, as long as there werent any especially good feeders or professional yers in his team, winning could be easily achieved. Yet something that totally differed from his imagination was that his teammates all totally werent ying serious, everyone was just symptomatically moving around here and there, then they would send messages in the public chat, moring for him to show a penta-kill. His opponents were also very interesting. Out of a total of five people, with the exception of the midner who wasnt too ridiculous and assiduously remained in the middlene, the remaining four all came into Ji Zhiyaos jungle to block his way. He was jungling when a bunch of people suddenly appeared and surrounded him, his other teammates pretended as if they did not see a thing, seeming like they were intending on leaving him to his own devices. Ji Zhiyao prided himself on being good-tempered, but he was also utterly frustrated by such brainless ys. Taking into consideration that he was livestreaming, he could only suppress his anger and barely made his escape. He then decided to consecutively buy a few pairs of elerated boots and roam the top, middle and bottomnes, as well as the opponents jungle to develop himself, his movements were as slick as mudfish, no one could catch him. [ [ENEMY] You Fool: Psh, why are you so good at hiding, whats the big deal about the champion of the national qualifiers, who are you looking down on? Looks like you cant beat us all the same?] [ [ENEMY] My Hug Is Very Firm: Yao-god, look, Im a jungler too, why dont we y a solo against each other?] [ [TEAM] BigBoobsLoliAlice: Chaaarge Yao-god, fight them head on! Dont let them look down on us!] When Ji Zhiyao caught sight of these few lines, he lifted the corner of his lips, the angle that formed was a little cold. He hid in a bush, then typed: [Sorry, Ive been my Captains stooge for a long time, I love sponging off him, I dont dare to fight head on, Im really cowardly.] After sending that message, he did not read the replies that followed, leaped out of the bush and continued to roam the map to develop. Meanwhile, his foolish teammates seemed to have finally be aware of how ridiculous they were and began to y in their own positions after sending replies of heh heh heh. 20 minutester, as he was dying to end this match, Ji Zhiyao went at a mad pace to consecutively take down the big and small dragon and pushed into the opponents base very soon after. Then it was followed by... Kill! Double kill! Triple kill! Quadra kill! As the opposite support NabiXOXO was standing slightly towards the back, after Ji Zhiyao had wiped out the other four yers, he then walked in her direction with his long sword. Yet it was as if a switched on NabiXOXO had been turned on as she began to fervently spam messages. [ [ENEMY] NabiXOXO: Yao-god could you please dont kill me QAQ, I am your loyal little fan, I bought lots of your merchandise!] [ [ENEMY] NabiXOXO: Im quite pretty, Ill show you a photo of myself, Yao-god do you want to consider video-calling me?] [ [ENEMY] NabiXOXO: Can you bring me up to Challenger rank if we be friends with benefits Brother Yao-god? Youre so good-looking, I really like you very much.] [ [ENEMY] NabiXOXO: Hey look at me Yao-god!] What bullsh*t strategy was this? Hooking up for Challenger rank? His face was a little blue and he ignored all the messages on the public chat, moving to finish off thest yer NabiXOXO who was still spamming messages, then pushed the crystal, ending the torturous match. Ji Zhiyao did not even look at the results and directly quit the interface of the previous match. After deliberating for a long time, he chose a solo mode against bots. Had he chosen another ranked match and it turned out to be as atrocious as the previous match, he might just develop a phobia of games. After several matches against bots, Ji Zhiyao sighed and heard the vibration of a call from his phone. Upon seeing the caller ID, he secretly coughed and hung up, ced his phone at a side and pretended that nothing had happened. After ten plus minutes, he unintentionally nced at the time, maximized the livestream room and said, Thats enough for today, lets continue to chat tomorrow. With that, he did not even read thements and turned off the livestream directly. In the next second, Ji Zhiyao had already leapt out of his chair and frantically picked up his phone to return Mo Huaifengs call. The call was picked up very quickly, he said, Captain, I was livestreaming just now, whats up? I know, I was watching. Sponging off? That was just a casual remark, dont take it seriously! I obviously carry the match often alright? Mo Huaifeng leisurely replied with an oh. Friends with benefits to bring her to Challenger rank, this condition is so tempting. Damn you saw that! Heh, its not like Im blind. A wave of guilt suddenly washed over Ji Zhiyao, he pinched his ear lobe and grumbled, Oh dear you really cant me me for this, I wasnt the one to say that am I right? Did you see me pay any attention to her from the start? You were dazed. That was obviously from being shocked- Hm, Captain are you jealous? Do you know what I like about you? Ji Zhiyao was dumbfounded, not knowing why the topic suddenly took a turn so quickly, yet he was really looking forward to Mo Huaifengs cheesy words... Hence he coughed in an attempt to hide his intentions but only served to expose himself more as he asked, What? I like how you are when youre so imaginative. Screw you! Ji Zhiyao felt very aggrieved, the type that could not be surprised. Mo Huaifeng then continued, I saw you on the trending searches earlier, Yao-god seduced by beautiful female yer, the description is really not bad. Ji Zhiyao froze and was promptly overwhelmed by anger. What bullsh*t, even a beautiful female yer, I didnt even see her face alright? Mo Huaifeng was calm. Youre feeling rather regretful about that? Ji Zhiyao instantly shut his mouth and became low-spirited. He had realized, no matter what he said his Captain would be able to link it to something negative, it would be better if he just kept his mouth shut. Seeing that he was behaved, a small smile appeared on Mo Huaifengs face on the other end of the call. When you y next time switch to an alternate ount that youve never used before, dont livestream, otherwise its very likely for such incidents to happen. Ji Zhiyao could not help but rebut, I wasnt this idiotic when I met you for the first time in a match, when is it so different now when ites to me. Im aloof. If Ji Zhiyao were to die someday, its definitely because hed been too yful. What are you doing at home? Ji Zhiyao crossed one leg over the other, his tone casual as he conveyed, Im the only one at home, I do whatever I want to. Eat then sleep then eat again after waking up, peacefully being a phyzait. What about you Captain? You have many people at home, it must be especially fun. He remembered hearing from Mo Huaifeng previously that his parents had already retired and were rxed at home every day, rearing birds and gardening, living a very idle life. Mo Huaifeng also had a biological older brother who had gotten married a few years ago and had a little nephew, their family was considered big. Still good. Except that my mum is making me go on blind dates. Ji Zhiyaos jaw dropped. What was that can you repeat yourself? Hearing the awkwardness in his tone, Mo Huaifengs mood involuntarily became better and he repeated, Blind dating. Damn it! Jerk! The TV dramas always show certain gays faking marriages with youngdies in order to deceive their families, while still continuing their rtionships with their boyfriends on the outside, they were referring to people like you! What nonsense! Since Ive encountered this, Im going to enforce justice on behalf of the heavens! A moment of silence. Ji Zhiyao sensed that it seemed like even Mo Huaifengs breathing was filled with confusion, he really couldnt keep it in any longer and burst intoughter. I was messing with you Captain. So did you really go? Mo Huaifeng had mixed feelings. And if I did? Ji Zhiyao blurted out, Impossible! I totally trust you! Mo Huaifeng did not had time to feel touched, when he heard Ji Zhiyao mutter the next half of his sentence to himself. Then I will have a reason to charge you arge sum ofpensation for emotional damages and happily spend my remaining days with riches in both arms, theres virtually nothing better. Heh heh. Ji Zhiyao was about to tease him more when he heard a beeping sound. He brought the phone to his front with a puzzled look and realized that Mo Huaifeng had already hung up. ... It was New Years Eve today and a rare asion that both their parents were at home. The family of four sat at the table to eat together, as Ji Qingge would be taking her national exams in another half a years time, hence the topic of their parents topics were essentially all about her. Ji Zhiyao sat dazedly at a side holding his bowl, the conversations that were happening at the table entered through one ear and left through the other. Their mother nagged, ... You must be more diligent yourself too. If theres anything you want to know, talk to your brother more often, he is much more experienced than you are. Ji Qingge nodded. I got it, mum. She looked towards Ji Zhiyao who was still in a dazed state and mischievously used her elbow to bump his arm. Ji Zhiyao was given a rude awakening, Ji Qingge leaned over and whispered into his ear, Brother, is Fi-god still ignoring you? Ji Zhiyao lifted a corner of his lips and feigned a smile. Touching a tender spot there, are you asking for a beating? Ji Qingge dodged backwards and grinned. Im so scaaaaared. ... Damn it. Ever since the matter of Mo Huaifeng ignoring him after he had fooled around was made known to Ji Qingge, she had been continuously mocking him for days. Ji Zhiyao was already in a bad mood, each time he heard the teasing from Ji Qingge, he felt an even greater urge to hit someone. ... So why was his mouth so cheap then! Isnt it great to just live happily! Captain is truly scary when he rages. Ji Zhiyao rolled his eyes at Ji Qingge and continued to bow down and dig into his dumplings. His mother caught sight and asked, Zhiyao, youve been spacing out quite a lot these days, whats wrong? Ji Zhiyao froze, lifted his head and a thought suddenly formed astutely in his mind. He had been dating Mo Huaifeng for about half a year... Isnt it time to let his parents know? Once this thought sprouted, it was like a weed, instantly growing madly in Ji Zhiyaos heart, the more he considered it, the more feasible it felt. Although he ought to pick an opportune moment for this matter of publiclying out... Yet, one always had to wait for such moments, he did not know how long it would drag on for. Then why not do it now. His parents have one more day off tomorrow, even if they cannot ept it for now, they would still have ample time to calm down; Ji Qingge was home on break and she could to plead for his mercy; and most importantly, he would not suffer from a beating during the New Year celebration period... Chapter 179

    Chapter 179: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios After thinking through everything that he couldve taken into ount, Ji Zhiyao ced his bowl and chopsticks down, assuming a serious attitude as he said, Dad, Mum, I would like to tell both of you something. His parents were evidently very surprised and nodded as an indication for him to go on. Ji Qingge was also rather astonished, as she nced at her parents expression, a slight trace of worry found its way into her eyes. Um, Iming out. Out of the closet. The air in the dining room seemed to freeze over. His mothers mouth was gaping as she forgot herself, his fathers emotions werent any better off, his face had turned pale... Ji Qingge felt that a disaster was imminent the moment she caught their expressions, she nced at the bowl in her hand, an idea came to mind, hardening her heart, she threw her bowl to the ground with a smash. Ji Zhiyao was also dumbfounded and looked towards Ji Qingge. Ji Qingge stood up, the rim of her eyes red as she exploded, Ji Zhiyao, Ive always admired you ever since we were young, I did not expect you to turn out to be a pervert, you really disgusts me! Im telling you, I will never ept a brother like you, youre not fit to be my brother, I will announce this to the world and let them see what a bastard this person who has clinched a championship is! Let me tell you, youre virtually intolerable in this universe, I will go online to spread the news right now, just you wait! I will make it that you will never be able to leave the house for your entire life! Youre so disgusting, I will never admit that you are my brother! Let me strangle you to death, then go strangle that adulterous man who seduced you! She wailed as she ranted, repeatedly pushing the edge of a breakdown and even reached her hands out to choke Ji Zhiyaos neck. She used force, Ji Zhiyao was in a daze and could not dodge in time, and started to gasp from her hold. Ji Qingges outburst stunned both of their parents who had yet to digest the previous piece of information. His father pped his hand on the table. Qingge, let go of your brother right now! I wont! He likes men, how could he still bring himself to face people, I should just strangle him to death! Ridiculous! Their mother quickly stood up and separated Ji Zhiyao and Ji Qingge. Looking at her sons neck that was red from the strangle, she chastised with a pained heart, Qingge, do you still have a conscience? Your brother has always been so good to you, how could you bring yourself to strangle him? Even... Even if he likes... Everybodys orientation is different, you cant force this. Why would you think that he ought to be too ashamed to live on because he likes men? I dont care! He- Their father cut her off. Ji Qingge, shut your mouth! Ji Qingge reluctantly kept quiet. Go upstairs and reflect properly, was all the education that you received all these years for nothing? Ji Qingge appeared to be very indignant. What has it got to do with me, theres nothing for me to reflect on. Upstairs now! Ji Qingge stomped her foot and headed up the stairs as if she was in a fit of pique. Before walking out of the dining room, she winked at Ji Zhiyao. What the f*ck! What a god-like sister was this? Virtually the MVP of the year! With one look at Ji Qingges meaningful nce, Ji Zhiyao who had previously thought that she was suffering from intermittent madness finally understood what was going on and continued to act with the situation. He covered his face with his hands. Dad, Mum, I think what Qingge said was right... I... His mother promptly put an arm around his shoulder. Alright, dont say such words anymore. Although dad and mum are not supportive, we both understand you, Qingge is still young, dont take her words to heart. Ji Zhiyao continued to cover his face in extreme sadness, working hard to appear like he was sobbing... then he heard his fathers voice. Your mum is right. You are a man, dont be wishy-washy, since... Alright, I want to have a few words with your mum, you can head upstairs first. Ji Zhiyao kept silent for a moment, murmuring an mm after a long time as he revealed apletely flushed face and went upstairs. Entered his room, shut the door. Ji Zhiyao threw himself onto the bed in a few steps and started tough soundlessly. How could his little sister be so quick-witted! Although she had used quite a bit of force when she was strangling him, slightly showing the implication of taking revenge for something personal in the name of his interests, yetpared to the objective that they had achieved, it was absolutely nothing! Ji Zhiyao quickly pulled out his phone from his pocket. [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Ji Zhiyao, why arent youing over to bow your thanks for my graces. For your sake I actually suffered a scolding from our dad, I reckon in our parents eyes, I would be keeping thebel of having a dark mentality ?? I just want to know what you thought of my acting?] [MelonRind: Youre a goddess!] [MelonRind: Your acting is amazing! Youre definitely the Post-doc who has graduated from the Central Drama-queen Academy! If you want to major in performance acting in the future, your brother will pay your school fees!] [MelonRind: Feel free to mention any requests you have. Ill give you a card tomorrow, spend as you like!] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: In this case, Im not suffering a loss either.] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Seeing how sincere you are, Ill give you a buy-one-get-one-free package service. I just sent Fi-god a text earlier with a simple exnation of your current situation, I foresee that he will text you very soon, remember to check and ept your text.] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Would you call me your older sister in the future? I went to so much trouble for you.] Ji Zhiyao replied happily: [No, get lost.] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: ....] Ji Zhiyao promptly returned to the interface on his WeChat app where all this chats were disyed and found that Mo Huaifeng had indeed sent him a text. It was from a minute ago, the content was [Does it hurt? Can you walk? Ill go fetch you now and send you to the hospital?] He pondered for a while, Ji Qingge had probably told an embellished story of him getting his legs broken by his parents to his Captain... Hence he replied, [Its okay, they arent broken.] [DB.MHF: Not broken?] [DB.MHF: Didnt you have your butt mped by a door?] Damn it! Ji Qingge you rascal! Putting aside how Ji Qingges words obviously meant that she had already exposed his glorious deed ofing out to Captain... Just about this nonsensical reason, how did she evene up with it? His butt mped by the door? How? [DB.MHF: What exactly happened?] Once Mo Huaifeng questioned him like this, Ji Zhiyao became a little too embarrassed to be direct. He kept it in for a while, then typed: [Nothing Captain, werent you ignoring me? Its the New Year, Ive got to somehow find a reason to initiate conversation, to express my longing for you.] Mo Huaifeng did not reply to him for a long time. Ji Zhiyao was just wondering if Mo Huaifeng did not really like what he had just confessed when he saw that a red packet had appeared on the screen. He acted quickly and snatched it before he realized that a line of words followed under it, whoever snatches it is at the bottom. [DB.MHF: Screenshotted and saved. Ill bring it out and show it to you often in the future.] [MelonRind: Does it f*cking work this way too! This is considered flouting the rules!] [DB.MHF: But youve already collected it.] [MelonRind: F*ck Ill send you an even bigger one, will that do?! This one is not counted, not counted!] [DB.MHF: But youve already collected it.] [MelonRind: ... Daddy! Im kowtowing to you!] [DB.MHF: Mm.] [DB.MHFL But still youve already collected it.] [MelonRind: ...] Ji Zhiyao clenched his teeth as he held onto his phone, as if this way his Captain would be able to receive his fury buff through the screen. Yet on the other end, Mo Huaifeng was looking at the screen of his phone. [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: ... If it wasnt for my sudden inspiration, he definitely wouldnt be able to see tomorrows sun. My brother has gone all out, Fi-god, youve got to step up too, please dont disappoint my brother.] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: I suggest that you still pretend you dont know anything. For my brothers personality, though he does not say it, but if he is good to someone and that person remembers it, he will feel very awkward, aka extremely tsundere person.] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: When ites to that Ill be doomed. Fi-god please dont do me in.] [DB.MHF: Dont worry, I wont say anything.] [DB.MHF: Thank you, really.] [DB.MHF: If theres anything you want, or need help with, feel free to let me know.] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Psh, its okay, dont mention it. If theres any trouble, I still got my brother.] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Im going to y my game, Ill leave you to chat with my brother.] Mo Huaifeng replied an mm, then returned to his chat with Ji Zhiyao again. [MelonRind: Mo Huaifeng you mutt! Damn it I will never admit this!] Tsk. The corner of Mo Huaifengs lips lifted involuntarily. ... The New Year celebrations ended. Ji Zhiyao first sent Ji Qingge to school, then formally handled his procedures for his temporary leave from school, packed his luggages and took the public bus to return to the base. His parents did not mention the problem of his orientation the entire time, only vaguely hinted to him to think it through. Ji Zhiyao reckoned that it wouldnt be a problem for them to ept it in the days toe. Hence he waspletely at ease. The ride on the public bus took several hours, midway, because there were too many people and no seats, Ji Zhiyao specially gave his seat to an old granny who was taking the bus to the shopping center, while he stood for more than an hour himself. Once he alighted, he rotated his neck while dragging his suitcase, only feeling a backache, no one part of his body feltfortable. Perhaps hed been staying up too much recently, he ought to pay attention to preserving his health. Ji Zhiyao silently promised himself, then pushed open the front door of the base. He changed his shoes and saw Nuo and K seated on the floor of the living room once he turned past the corner, holding onto a phone each. The entire house was echoing with the sound of their game effects. Pair of diamonds! No thanks! Shocking, well-known eSports professional yers wallowing in Fight the Landlord, is this a distortion of humanity or a decay of morals? Seeing him enter, both of them waved merrily. NoHomo youre here. Were missing a person for Fight the Landlord, want to y? The corner of Ji Zhiyaos lip twitched. Im good. Is it just the two of you at the base? Where are the rest? K answered him, Xiao is at home, he wont being back for now. Xiaofei and Heng are on the way, still on the high speed rail. As for our Captain, he went to the club. Why, did he not tell you? Ji Zhiyao removed the scarf around his neck and shook his head. No. What he is going to the club for? Yuan Wei said our battleteam is about to go overseas for training, hes afraid that he would be forgotten by the local eSports fan, before we leave we must film several advertisements to leave asting impression on the public. Captain seemed to have gone there for the selection of advertisements. Ji Zhiyao went dazed. Advertisements sourced by Yuan Wei, and leave asting impression... I suddenly have an ill premonition, is it anti-hair loss again? No, he wouldnt dare. After all our Captain already said, if he sees those three words again, hell first let Yuan Wei have a taste of what is hair loss. He imagined an image of Yuan Wei being bald and could not hold back his chuckles. Nuo looked at him with a constipated look. Brother, youre really very sleazy. Ji Zhiyao returned the favor with teasing. Dont spout nonsense. Look at your tummy, are you sure you can go on camera when youre this fat? Nuos young heart was deeply scarred. You guys y on, Ill go upstairs to unpack. With that, he carried his own suitcase and headed upstairs. His suitcase was mostly filled with folded clothes which made it very convenient to pack away. Ji Zhiyao did not take much time before he was done tidying his closet. He put his suitcase away and went downstairs with his phone. The others had yet to return. Ji Zhiyao grabbed a few bags of potato chips from under the tea table in the living room, tore open the packaging, settled on the sofa and ate while watching Tom and Jerry. When he finished his the third bag of potato chips, the front door of the base was finally pushed open from the outside. Mo Huaifeng walked in with Yuan Wei. Ji Zhiyao could not help but grinned widely. Captain! Yuan Wei eximed, Oh dear an unbearable sight! What had he done that was unbearable to see, doesnt his conscience hurt when he says that? Mo Huaifeng ignored the two idiots who were ying Fight the Landlord on the floor and naturally sat beside Ji Zhiyao, the moment he spoke up, it was, Does your butt still hurt? Ji Zhiyao looked confusedly at him. Yuan Wei was stunned. What the f*ck what did I hear? K echoed him. What the f*ck what did I hear? Nuo followed. What the f*ck am I deaf? What the f*ck! Im not, I did not, dont spout nonsense! Yet the three other people in the room all had on the expression of I understand I understand you dont have to exin, totally not listening to what he was saying... Ji Zhiyaos attempt to exin was to no avail and looked towards Mo Huaifeng with his face appalled and angered, Mo Huaifeng only returned a very small, teasing smile. Mo Huaifeng had definitely done so intentionally. Ji Zhiyao almost spat out a mouthful of blood. Damn it! He did not want to be the scapegoat for Ji Qingges scheme. Seeing that Ji Zhiyao was on the edge of flying into a rage, while himself and the others had already understood this little secret and buried it deep in their hearts, Yuan Wei quickly stepped up to smooth things over. Alright alright, there are serious matters to let you guys know. Let me tell all of you good news, our battleteam finally has an endorsement deal! Nuo who had beenughing till he was rolling on the floor sat up with a roll. When is it? What product? Are there any requirements for body weight? Well be doing it next week. Bluetooth speaker and gaming keyboard. As for thest question, just take a look at yourself, your tummy is showing, are you not going to lose some weight if they have no requirements for your body weight? Nuo suffered another critical blow. Yuan Wei continued, Not just Nuo, it applies to all of you. It wasnt easy that Captain humbled himself and agreed to doing the advertisement, if we dont look good, this will definitely be the final swan song of the has-been noble battleteam Mix. Ji Zhiyao appeared anxious and doubtful. What? Has-been noble battleteam? Weve just gotten the championship and were already bing has-beens? Mo Huaifeng chimed in, At the least before the international league it would be so. After the international league begins, you will then have the qualification to be mentioned and criticized. Actually, he was right. Before the international league began, they will undergo training, going everywhere from Korea to Japan and North America. It was essentially nine months of zero exposure locally, if there were people who still remembered them after that, that would be truly shocking. In this case, these two advertisements might really be their most glorious moment. Chapter 180

    Chapter 180: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao was instantly overwhelmed by sadness, evidently unable to ept that he was to go from a rising eSports new star to a has-been eSports yer... He touched his little tummy, suddenly feeling very moved. Captain,e on, well go y ranked matches together. Mo Huaifeng stood up and walked towards the training room with him, using his actions to express his support. The three people behind them were very dumbfounded. Theputers that had been untouched for two months were covered with a thinyer of dust. Ji Zhiyao first wiped hisputer clean, then switched it on. Captain, I want to practice a few rounds of color blocks first, why dont you start a match yourself then Ill join you for the next. Mo Huaifeng nodded. Hence Ji Zhiyao firstunched the color blocks program on his desktop, preparing to do some practice. As he had been on vacation for too long, it had essentially been two months since Ji Zhiyaost touched this program. Though his speed was still there, but he definitely wouldnt be as good as thest time he trained. For the first round, Ji Zhiyao only hung out for slightly past 30 seconds. He sighed. One cant ck off indeed, once he stopped adhering to a training schedule during his vacation, he became ruined. Ji Zhiyao started another round, continuing to practice. When Mo Huaifeng finished his match, Ji Zhiyao had already gone through more than ten rounds, his results recovered to about 34 seconds. Mo Huaifeng watched from the side and pushed his forehead with a finger. What have you been doing during the break? Everything but training. Youre very proud of that? Ji Zhiyao quickly shook his head. No, proud my ass, cant you see me sighing deeply here, hoping to genuinely repent and be a new person? Mo Huaifeng made a tsk sound. Come y the ranked match first, you can slowly practice that next time. Ji Zhiyao quit the little program andunched Heroes. After the implications of the previous incident, Ji Zhiyao had created a new alternate ount, the type that had yet to be found out by others. He logged onto that ount and invited Mo Huaifengs alternate ount, both of them started a match stealthily. As the ranks of their alternate ounts were only at Master rank, both teammates and opponents that they had matched up with werent of high rank. After two matches, Ji Zhiyao then vaguely found a slightly familiar pace and feeling. Both of them continued their ranked matches, all the way till their ranks arrived to Challenger, before they finally stopped. Ji Zhiyao went to the refrigerator for two bottles of yogurt and handed one to Mo Huaifeng. Mo Huaifeng twisted the cap open and drank a few mouthfuls. Ji Zhiyao finished his yogurt and initiated a chat with Mo Huaifeng. Captain, Skitters jungler has been banned frompeting for sleeping with fans, did you know about that? Mo Huaifeng frowned. Didnt pay attention. I heard the matter was blown up to quite an extent, their club was reported, the higher-ups had no choice and decided to handle him with a ban. But I reckon itll just be several months at the most. Its off season period now, doesnt matter whether he is banned frompeting or not. When they begin their performance tournament tour, the fan-f*cking monster will be let out sooner orter. Gods will is virtually unfair. Mo Huaifeng stayed silent for a few seconds. ... What do you want to say? He will suffer his retribution sooner orter! All the jerks in the world are the same. Ji Zhiyao was afire with noble indignation by himself for a long time, he then realized that Mo Huaifeng merely stared at him speechless, and did not continue the conversation... Hence he finally could not keep it in any longer and took the initiative to question, So Captain, did you go for the blind date afterwards? Mo Huaifeng did not manage to suppress himself andughed lowly. Ji Zhiyaos ears turned slightly red from being mocked at by him. What are youughing at, this is regr concern shown by a teammate. Could you please respect your teammate? Mo Huaifengs eyes werepletely smiling as he dragged out his reply. Ooookaaaay. Ji Zhiyao was aggravated by his flippant attitude, pulling a long face, he shouted loudly, You definitely did! Jerk! He felt slightly resigned and reached out to rub Ji Zhiyaos hair, then suddenly lowered his head and gave him a peck. Ji Zhiyao was a little dazed from his kiss and leaped up aftering back to his senses. Captain, stop pulling cheesy acts all the time and causing my determination to waver wont you? Mo Huaifeng gave him a cold smile. Lets give it a try? Ji Zhiyao chickened out for the 101st time, meekly settling back into his original spot, pretending as if nothing had happened. Captain, lets y another two matches, practice our jungler ADC team-up. He knew it would be like this. Ji Zhiyao appeared to be monstrously bold, but he was actually an extreme coward. The two continued with their matches, each with their own thoughts. All the way till lunch time, Nuo entered the training room and called for them, Captain, NoHomo, what are we having for lunch? Stop training both of you, youre making this salted fish here feel very guilty. Ji Zhiyao lifted his head to nce at him, casually saying, What right does a salted fish as fat as you have to eat? ... What have I done wrong that you have to diss me like this? Stating facts. Nuo was very upset, yet he could not do anything to him and had to silently hold his tongue. Mo Huaifeng said, When we finish this match, Ill buy lunch. Nuos eyes instantly lit up, Sure sure!!! By the way, Xiaofei and Heng wont be able to reach by noon, they said to go ahead with lunch without them. Mo Huaifeng nodded to express that he had heard him, Nuo then happily left the training room. Ji Zhiyao was hungry and was slightly moved. Captain, lets end the match fast. I want to eat too, Im so hungry. Okay. Hence the original leisure and slow pace suddenly took on a change, Mo Huaifeng finally opened his eyes and began to y seriously. Ten minutester, the match ended. Ji Zhiyao rotated his neck all around to stretch his muscles, mumbling Im starving as he stood up. Mo Huaifeng also stood up, asking, What do you want to eat? Meat. Are you okay withmb roasted whole? I know a ce, the taste is very traditional and there isnt the strong smell of mutton. Mo Huaifeng thought for a moment and felt that he could reluctantly ept that. Sure, you can show the way. Ji Zhiyao nodded fervently, not forgetting to continue to endorse, The food at that ce is really good. I only went once and I remembered it till today. We must eat more for lunch today. Mo Huaifeng lowered his head and nced at Ji Zhiyaos tummy, giving him a small tight smile, Are you not dieting anymore? Ji Zhiyao pushed the door open, instinctively looking down at his own tummy, thinking to himself that the b that cannot be seen from his outer appearance simply does not exist. Hence he retorted confidently, Im much slimmer than Nuo alright, even he isnt not dieting, why should I diet? Nuo heard himself suddenly being called upon and abruptly poked his head out confused from his spot on the sofa. What? Ji Zhiyao quickly humored him. Nothing. Just telling Captain that were bringing you to go havemb for lunch. Nuo was instantly pleased. NoHomo! Big brother, youre the best! Youre wee. K also stood up too. How is it going, have you guys decided what were having for lunch? Ji Zhiyao patted his chest, dering valiantly and spiritedly, Lets go! Ill take all of you out for a good time. Two hourster. The few people from Mix who were there all rubbed their rounded bellies, feeling so stuffed that they kept burping, it was the same even for Mo Huaifeng who was only reluctantly embracing the taste at the beginning. Ji Zhiyao drank a mouthful of water and exhaledfortably. This is simply wonderful. Nuo and K nodded in agreement. Yuan Wei said, Wonderful? Keep the taste in your hearts. In theing week, dont even dream of getting any meat. All of the four others werepletely dumbfounded, Yuan Wei had to remind them. Youre going to film the advertisement for the endorsement soon! On camera, your figures will be two to three times of your current ones, what would you be able to endorse? Mo Huaifeng stared at him contemtively, then said, I think I better give the club a call. Yuan Wei shot his idea down almost immediately. Its useless, I long guessed that you will pull this. Before eating I already made a call to the club and told them to hand the contract to the advertiser as soon as possible. A new batch of treadmills will be delivered tomorrow. Everyone is to clock in at least an hour on the treadmill every day. Hows that, arent all of you looking forward to it? The others stared at him without a word. Ji Zhiyao thought of something and started to chuckle loudly all of a sudden. Nuo was rueful as he questioned, NoHomo, you cant have meat too. So what are you feeling happy about? At the thought that we managed to enjoy one meal more than Xiaofei and Heng I just cant help it. Youre right! Mo Huaifeng went out to settle the bill, everyone returned to the base together. When they were out for lunch, Xiaofei and Heng had already arrived one after the other and were sitting on the sofa eating their takeaway together. The moment they entered the house, Heng said, What is that aroma, smells amazing. Nuo could not help but brag, Lamb roasted whole, Captains treat. You guys really picked the wrong time toe back. Hengpletely forgot about the conversation when he saw Nuo. Nuo, youre really fat now! Im not fat, Im merely bloated. Okay... Ji Zhiyao surveyed Heng and Xiaofei from top to bottom, realizing that not only did Heng not gain weight, he even looked slightly slimmer andmented, envious, jealous and hating, What have you been eating during the break? Youre so slim now, you dont need to lose weight at all. Heng looked like he had experienced many vicissitudes of life as he sighed. Dont talk about it. Once I was home my mum brought different friends home every day, telling them this is a dish made by my national champion, this is the ss washed by my national champion. Dont mention gaining weight, Im so troubled that Im almost losing all my hair. And you still say Im fat, youre about to perish yourself. Heng was very aggrieved. I dont want that, who knew it would turn out this way. Ji Zhiyao saw the two of them bickering and was suddenly reminded of Xiao, this he secretly shifted towards Mo Huaifeng. Captain, when is Brother Xiaoing back to us? Mo Huaifeng answered in a low voice. Not sure. But hell definitely be back before we leave for our overseas training. That would be in about a weeks time. Ji Zhiyao now knew what to expect, nodding his head, he then moved back to his original spot. Mo Huaifeng spoke up. Such words, when others say them, just listen, but dont it seriously. Its not like weve never been national champions, this was never our ultimate goal. His voice was very matter-of-fact, the look in his eyes was rather cold too, appearing extremely solemn. Ji Zhiyao involuntarily straightened up and nodded fervently with the four. Getting a cing in the international league was their final goal, how could they forget? Mo Huaifeng was satisfied and nodded. Lets go, time to train. ... A week after. Under the policy of dieting and exercise, every person in Mix lost at least 1.5kg and all appeared to be much more spirited than before. Bright and early in the morning, Yuan Wei already arrived at the base and went to each room one by one to rush them out of bed. When everyone was done washing up and came downstairs, the breakfast takeaway that Yuan Wei had ordered also arrived. They surrounded the dining table, enjoying deep-fried dough sticks and soya-bean milk together. After breakfast, everyone brought their own belongings, the van shakily headed towards a film studio in the suburbs. Once the door opened, cold wind rushed into the van, a whole vehicle of drowsy people sobered up very quickly. Ji Zhiyao yawned, asking with tears in his eyes, Where is this? Were here? Yuan Wei answered him. Were here, please alight quickly, the advertisers are waiting. They moved as quickly as possible into the studio. The temperature in the studio was much higher. Ji Zhiyao felt slightly warm and removed his jacket, keeping it hanging on his arm. An assistant took Yuan Wei to go greet the advertisers, while another brought them to the dressing room for makeup and gave them a simple description of the storyline that they would be filming. The advertisement that they were filming today was for the gaming keyboard, by the brand Demon Speed. The storyline that was requested was very simple: All Mix members would be gaming; at the critical moment, they realize that their gaming keyboards had spoiled, resulting in them losing the match, then they swapped to several other unknown keyboards whereby the keys became stuck after each change, finally, they used Demon Speeds keyboard and found there was no longer anyg and they easily achieved victory. Though it sounded especially nonsensical, because no professional yer would be so silly to use a keyboard with no brand, but a storyline with such requests were the simplest, with low demands for the models, they had to pretend to be gaming. There were only two makeup artists in the dressing room, there were six members in Mix, each makeup artist was assigned three people. As the studio was rented and charged at an hourly rate, the advertisers requested for the makeup to be done faster, both makeup artists picked up the various products and began to attack their faces. Ji Zhiyao was the first to have his makeup done and he felt that his face had already gone numb from being patted this while time. His makeup was also especially thick, the feeling was like, being coated severalyers of medicine on his face after receiving a beating. He instantly wished for death. Each person took about 20 minutes for their makeup, the assistant from the advertisers side found no problem with their makeup then brought them into the studio set for filming. The studio had been briefly decorated, the style was very homely, with sixputers in the middle, all the equipment were rather high end. The six of them sat into the seats, the assistant then distributed lines or actions. Ji Zhiyao received his own sheet of instructions and realized that he had turned out to be the idiot using the keyboard with no brand. Damn it. Everyone please take a good look at your own lines and actions, we start a test run at the end of the 10 second countdown. A moment of silence, everyones head was bowed as they looked at the screen before them, pretending to be gaming very seriously. A few secondster, Ji Zhiyao carried a heart full of shame and said expressionlessly, My keyboard cannot move! Cut! This portion cannot be done like this, you must show emotions, there must be expressions of surprise and anger on your face, your tone must also express this point, for example, Oh damn, oh my god! How could itg at this point, what a useless keyboard! something along these lines. No questions? Lets try another take! Chapter 181

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Another ten seconds of silence followed, Ji Zhiyaos expression was warped as he eximed, What the f*ck, its hanging right at this time! Bastard! Cut! No cursing, otherwise it cannot be aired, lets try again! Several takester, Ji Zhiyao felt that he was gradually losing control over his expression and finally seeded in saying his line with the suitable emotions. What a crappy item, its actually stuck at this point in time! That will do, that will do, the others continue. Nuo: Ah! Goddamn mine is stuck too! K: Ah dear me oh my god mine too! Heng: Oh dear, why is mine stuck too? Xiaofei: Ohmygod Im stuck too! The corner of Mo Huaifengs lips twitched, and he grudgingly read out his line. So annoying, mine too, lets try swapping to another brand of keyboards! Yes, thats the feeling! Very good! That take was not bad, but we have not rolled the cameras, lets do one more take! When the filming ended, it was already five hourster. Yuan Wei also happened to walk out from where he had been with the advertisers, when he saw their dreadfully pale makeup after enduring the studio, he took a step back in both surprise and bewilderedness, What the hell! He did not tell me that they had to act as ghosts... Yet Yuan Weis voice had already died off before he even finished talking, because he realized that his beloved members, including Xiaofei who had the best temper, were all ring at him with a look that showed their itch to chop him into pieces. Excuse me? What have I done wrong? Ji Zhiyao bit out viciously, Yuan Wei you bastard! The others followed unanimously, Yes! Yuan Wei still did not understand why he had went from the kind and adorable manager to the bastard that everyone in the team wanted to beat up, when he saw the assistant from the advertiser walk over. Mr Yuan, we are done with filming, we will send the final payment to your end as soon as possible. When the actual advertisement ispleted, we will also send it over at the first moment. Yuan Wei nodded. Alright, then we will be leaving now. Yes, good bye and take care. Before Yuan Wei turned back, his thoughts were still about how the bunch of rascals had yet to remove their makeup, he did not know what to do. He intended to ask for their opinions, yet once he turned back... All of you.. There wasnt a single person behind him. Yuan Wei quickly walked outside, taking three steps in two, and found that their van stopped outside the studio had already gone so far that he could only see it as a tiny little dot. He was dumbfounded. They all ran? Then what about him? ... In the van, Ji Zhiyao nced back through the windows and indeed did not see Yuan Wei. He touched his jaw with his fingers and looked towards Mo Huaifeng,menting with heartfelt worry, Us leaving Yuan Wei behind like this, its not right. His Captain amiably gave him a smile. How do you intend on removing your makeup? Ji Zhiyaos anger meter was instantly maxed. Damn it, lets not bother with him! Its quite a good thing that we left him behind! Then he gloomily rubbed an inch of the makeup on his face, seeing his fingertips be a pale white, he immediately groaned in despair. What should we do, can this be removed using cleansing foam? Heng joined in, equally depressed. Its terrible, yet whats even more despairing is that I dont even f*cking have cleansing foam. Ji Zhiyao chimed in happily, I do! Alright! Mo Huaifeng frowned slightly, evidently ufortable because of the makeup on his face. He said, When we drive pass a makeup storeter, well go get a bottle of makeup remover. Nuo agreed. Thats a good idea. Then herees the question, my brilliant and resourceful Captain, which one of your teammates are you nning to select to go buy the makeup remover? Mo Huaifeng went nk for a moment, then drew out his phone, calmly saying, Ill send Yuan Wei a text. Ji Zhiyao chuckled. Yuan Wei is really pitiful! Even after being abandoned by the battleteam, he still had to take the Captains order and obediently go get the makeup remover, being a battleteam manager was truly a tough job. A minuteter, Mo Huaifeng received a voice message from Yuan Wei, he tapped it and the entire vehicle was instantly filled with Yuan Weis gloating voice. Sure Captain, wait for me to bring it back. But theres another advertisement to be filmed tomorrow, remember to prepare yourselves beforehand! Xoxo! Ji Zhiyao gritted his teeth. Thats right, Yuan Wei was a mutt undeserving of sympathy! Half an hourter, all of Mixs members arrived at the base, everyone copsed on the sofa in the living room. Ji Zhiyao sprawled out for a while after ordering some takeaway, then struggled to get up and go to the bathroom to look at his own face, then a thought came into his mind and he suddenly got the chills. He rushed out of the bathroom and swiftly returned to the living room, announcing, I suddenly have an ill premonition. Mo Huaifeng very kindly gave him a nce, Ji Zhiyao felt encouraged and continued to speak. Would the bluetooth speakers for tomorrow be the same, oh dear my speakers are spoiled they cant be used anymore, ahhh what a coincidence mine too? The others stared at him. Mo Huaifeng lifted the corner of his lips, his expression very sarcastic. You have great ideas. Not really. Captain could you get Brother Xiao toe back today? Ill pay for his air ticket. After all hes the starter, the idiot who keeps buying the wrong equipment should not always be me. Mo Huaifeng was speechless. Ill ask him for you? Ji Zhiyao nodded with hope. Sure sure sure! Hence Mo Huaifeng brought out his phone andzily texted Xiao. Xiao was at home being a phyzait this whole time and replied very quickly, also with a voice message. Mo Huaifeng curled his finger, Ji Zhiyao obediently ran over, cing his ear by the speaker- No thanks! Ive heard about it all from Yuan Wei, do you guys think you would be able to bribe me with an air ticket? Wishful thinking! Goodness gracious, my ear hurts. His face was twisted in difort as he patted his left ear, only feeling that his ears were ringing from Xiaos roaringughter. Mo Huaifeng saw that he was ufortable and was hitting his own ear rather forcefully, hence he sat up and held down Ji Zhiyaos restless hand, while helping to pat his ear very lightly. He then asked, Feeling better? Much better, Captain youre really a clever little child. The remaining four people looked up towards the ceiling, pretending that they did not hear anything at all. They hung around for almost another hour before the front door of the base was pushed open from the outside. Yuan Wei carried a stic bag, panting as he walked into the living room and stood with arms akimbo. Seriously, if you guys do this to me again, Im really going to resign. Nuo was the closest to him, while he wasnt paying attention, he deftly snatched the bag in his hands, opening it for a look, he found that it was indeed two bottles of makeup remover. Nuo first grinned, then his expression suddenly became a littleplicated, he turned towards Yuan Wei. Ive seen something that the makeup artists have, its called a cleansing cotton pad. What? Simply speaking, it means that this makeup remover cannot be used to wash faces, instead we should wipe our faces with it. Yuan Wei was confused, evidently for the straight-thinking man that he was, there was no difference between washing and wiping. Ji Zhiyao also remembered the cleansing pad thing, but to him, between casually removing his makeup and keeping arge pale face, he still preferred the former. He stood up and grabbed a bottle of remover. Its fine, dont we have tissues, we can just make do with it. I cant stand it anymore, everyone, I will go ahead first. When everyone was done cleaning themselves, their takeaway had also arrived. They surrounded the table and shared fried chicken and burgers. Yuan Wei said between mouthfuls of food. Treasure the times you guys have here, eating, chatting and bantering together, when we arrive in Korea next Monday, we wont have such leisure days anymore. Ji Zhiyao took a bite and asked inartictely, Korea? Is the first stop of our training Korea? Yes. Koreas eSports industry is the most developed, we will be spending a long time training there too, about three months. Followed by Japan and North America, a month each. This also means, we can only return home five monthster. K still shuddered at the thought of it. Thats really terrible. We wont be able to eat authentic Chinese food for five months, what the use of living? Thats still secondary. Ji Zhiyao roughly calcted the months, then asked, Then can we make a trip back midway through? Probably at the beginning of June. You do get breaks during training, if you save all your breaks and use it toe back, its possible. But the duration is too short, it would especially inconvenient to make a trip back. Why do you want toe back? My sister is taking her high school national exams, I need to watch over her. Everyone was suddenly enlightened, Nuo made the tsk sound twice. NoHomo, youre hopeless, the extent of your sis-con is so serious. Ji Zhiyao gave him an eye roll. What has that got to do with sis-con, if Im not around, theres no one to take care of my sister. Nuo was confused. But your fam... Stop talking, eat up. Mo Huaifeng spoke up and interrupted. Training after eating, look at howzy each one of you have be. Nuo quickly shut his mouth, at once, there was only the sound of eating left in the room. When they finished, they entered the training room one after another. Ji Zhiyao only had eyes for colored blocks and ended up practicing alone for half an hour, when he saw the results of 41 seconds on the screen at the end of it, the corners of his lips lifted in satisfaction. Through the practice of the past few days, not only has his hand speed returned, it had be slightly faster. If he continued to practice like this, he might be able to surpass Mo Huaifeng one day. Ji Zhiyao recalled that it had been some time since hest heard Mo Huaifeng mention his results and hence shifted to poke his arm. Mo Huaifeng was in a match, after being bumped several times, he directly pulled of his earphones and asked, Whats wrong? Captain, let me take a look at yourputer. Mo Huaifeng instinctively nced at the ongoing match, then nced at Ji Zhiyao and decisively let go of his idiotic teammates who were relying on him for a carry, shifting aside to give him space. Go ahead. Hence Ji Zhiyao minimized the Heroes interface, thenunched the program on Mo Huaifengsptop and found the column stating high scores. 52 seconds. Mo Huaifeng understood what he was trying to do and gave him a close lipped smile. You didnt even train much for the entire break and still want topare to me? Ji Zhiyao realized that he made sense too. The building up of hand speed and judgment had to be taken slowly, not to be rushed. Hence he nodded, while making a promise to himself. Wait for it Captain, when the dayes that my results are better than yours, I will be able to take off and carry you to a win. Mo Huaifeng smiled. Sure. Ji Zhiyao met his Captains eyes for a while then heard a howl that sounded like a pig being ughtered from his side. K: What the f*ck, f*ck Captain, I thought you disconnected! Turns out you were talking to NoHomo? Ahhhhh, my ranked match Captain you bastard! All at once, the others in the training room all stared at K with an extremely surprised look. Ji Zhiyao: The elderly topner who can only perform in favorable matches, cannot live without the jungler is actually dissing my Captain? K: I was wrong! Slip of the tongue, slip of the tongue! Ji Zhiyao: I think you wouldnt dare to too. Isnt it good to keep quiet and sponge off him? K was utterly speechless and hugged his chubby self with a pained heart. Nuo: Do you see that? Im asking if everyone saw that? This is the ssic bums before chums, such a person would end up being mocked by the public in the future! Heng: Im on NoHomos side this time, after all our Captain is the universally acknowledged most handsome in the eSports scene, which gay man wouldnt want him? Ji Zhiyao rolled his sleeves and stood up. You are asking for a beating! The training room instantly turned into chaos. ... A weekter, Monday morning. A group of ten people in Mixs team uniform entered the VIP lounge of the airport. As their dressing were very unified and there were many of them, all the attention was on them once they stepped in, not to mention that there were already people who recognized them and were secretly taking photos on their phone... They found seats and settled down, Ji Zhiyao suddenly sighed with emotion. Why do I feel that this scene is so familiar? Brother, Yuan, Wei? Shut the hell up, dont think I wont dare to beat you up just because were in public! Ji Zhiyao pouted. This service attitude sucks, you bought coffee for me back even when I was just a tag-along, why are you ignoring me now? Would the treatment for one whos been deceived to join the team and one whos yet to be the same? Are you a fool? ... You win. He turned back towards Mo Huaifeng, preparing to secretly be a little tattletale, yet once he turned he saw that Mo Huaifengs lids were drooping as if he had fallen asleep, he quickly shut his mouth... Between venting his anger and his life, of course his life was more important. After all Captains morning temper was not something that the average joe could handle. Yuan Wei went to retrieve their boarding passes, Ji Zhiyao sat in his seat, watching his other teammates who were out cold, he was bored to death. Hence he looked outside at the drinks store and stealthily walked out. The queue at the store was quite long, Ji Zhiyao walked over and joined it, pulling his phone out to entertain himself at the same time. He read several news articles and was scrolling, when he heard someone call him. This physique... Are you Yao-god? Sessfully ganked by fans once again, Ji Zhiyao was already used to it. He pulled his mask down as he looked back and found that it was a teenager slightly younger than himself, his eyes were bright. Hello Yao-god, I am your fan! I became a fan after the match between Mix and Miao Pai battleteam, you were really cool, making use of the big dragon to attack your opponents. Ji Zhiyao eximed to himself at heart, he did not expect that this fan even remembered a training tournament so clearly. Hence he smiled even more kindly. Thank you for your love. Chapter 182

    Chapter 182: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Yao-god can I have an autograph? Also, I really want to have a photo with you. Sure, but I dont have a pen, Ill need you to give me one. Ji Zhiyao thought, it shouldnt be a problem if he took a photo with a male fan and hence agreed to the photo as well. Well use your phone to take the photo. Joy was written all over the teens face. Hold on for a moment Yao-god, Ill go borrow a pen. Ji Zhiyao replied with a sure, then saw the teen dash to the reception, speaking and gesturing all at once to the service crew. ... Its great to be young. Ji Zhiyao sensed several concealed gazes from his surroundings, mixed withments like who is this celebrity why is it that Ive never seen him before, but he ignored it all and moved to put on his mask again. The teen ran back very quickly, handing a marker to Ji Zhiyao, he pointed to his back and said, Yao-god please sign my shirt. Ji Zhiyao opened the cap and very seriously drew an autograph on the back of the half-squatting teen. After the autograph, the youth stood up, due to his excitement, his entire face was flushed. He then pulled out his phone and said very embarrassedly, Yao-god, theres still the photo... How do you want to take it, its up to you. Thus the teen found another person to help them take the photo. When all was done, he bowed continuously. Thank you Yao-god! Youre wee, thank you for your love. Ji Zhiyao thought for a moment, then added, All the best! Meanwhile, the queue before him had already came to thest person, he waved at the teen. Ill be buying something now, goodbye. He bought 10 cups of green tea. Both of Ji Zhiyaos hands were packed with stic bags. He walked with slight difficulty, a few steps on, he saw Mo Huaifeng who was waiting near the entrance of the VIP lounge. He was tall with long legs, though the mask covered him up very well, it still could not keep the gazes of others in the airport away and was especially eye-catching. Ji Zhiyao made the tsk sound twice and quickened his pace to walk over. Captain, werent you sleeping? Why did youe out? Mo Huaifeng took over half of the drinks in his hands, after staying quiet for a moment, he replied in a calm tone, When you were giving autographs away, I was already here. Yuan Wei must have woken you up when he went back. The one who asked for an autograph was my fan, he idolized me greatly. How was it, was itfortable signing on his back? Um... Both of you were pretty close when the photo was taken too, was he handsome? More handsome than me? Dont spout nonsense! He peeked secretly at his Captain and questioned as if he was expressing his loyalty. Captain, why havent you given it a thought, who could be as handsome as you are in my heart? Mo Huaifengs expression remain unchanged. Oh. Yet Ji Zhiyao already caught the joy in his nk expression and grinned. Captain, youre jealous. What are you talking about? Youre really too cute. He coughed and nced at him through the corner of his eyes. There was nothing of that sort, can you not babble away on your own? But youre obviously just refusing to admit it. As they spoke, they had already returned to where the battleteam was settled. Mo Huaifeng stuffed all the cups into Yuan Weis arms, then sat down himself and leisurely put on his ear pieces. Yuan Wei was confused, totally not understanding the situation. When he saw Ji Zhiyao following behind, he quickly reached out to stop him, then asked in an especially soft voice, Whats with my Captain now? Ate gunpowder when he went outside? Ji Zhiyao certainly could not reveal the matter that Captain was feeling very embarrassed when his jealousy was exposed, otherwise not to mention Yuan Weis, even his own life would be at risk... Hence he casually answered, Not yet sobered up, ignore him, let him calm down by himself. Yuan Wei shuddered at the thought of his bad mood. Alright, give these to me, you can give Captain his drink, Ill handle the rest. Ji Zhiyao nodded, then ced all of the cups on the ground, solely lifting two cups with him and returned to where he originally sat. He bumped Mo Huaifengs thigh, Mo Huaifeng was resting with his eyes closed but still would not open his eyes. Hence Ji Zhiyao put his own drink down and took Mo Huaifengs drink out from the bag and put his straw in. Then he offered it with utmost reverence. Captain, have a drink. Mo Huaifeng did not move at first, then opened one eye. Alright stop pretending, youre not even using your ear pieces, what are you wearing it for? Ji Zhiyao smiled with his eyes curved. Drink up Captain, I even put the straw in for you already, here you go. Mo Huaifeng stared at him for a moment, and slowly moved to take the cup. Ji Zhiyao could not help but giggle. Captain, youre really too adorable. Shut up. Ji Zhiyao gleefully bit on his straw, a beaming smile showed how pleased he was. Yuan Wei woke up everyone and handed each of them a drink, instructing, Were about to board, all of you can continue to sleep after we board. Everyone was still rather drowsy, but because Ji Zhiyao had asked for a little ice in all their drinks, they instantly sobered up after drinking one mouthful. Heng was so cold then he kept shivering. Yuan Wei are you trying to murder me to usurp the throne, youre letting me drink this when its still winter, you ought to be put to death for even having such a thought! I wasnt the one who bought it, what has it got to do with me? If you want toin that its cold go to NoHomo, he was the one who brought it back. All of the grumbles that was in Hengs heart instantly dissipated, he held onto his own drink, not daring to even fart. Yuan Wei was even more enraged upon seeing that and rolled up his sleeves, preparing to send this mutt to his death with one strike. Fortunately the announcement calling for the passengers of their flight to prepare to board came on, Heng managed to keep his life. Yuan Wei distributed the boarding passes to everyone, then picked up his belongings and walked right at the front, full of anger. Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng brought up the rear as usual, as they were afraid that there were photos being taken, the distance between themselves was kept to a subtle one, every act and every move was full of bromance, nothing too much. On the ne, Ji Zhiyao sat beside Mo Huaifeng. Mo Huaifeng asked the air stewardess for two nkets, they took one each, covered themselves right away and began to catch up on sleep. Ji Zhiyao was a little sleepy, after yawning, he leaned back and fell asleep very soon. After some time, Ji Zhiyao abruptly woke up. He looked to his side dazedly and realized that Mo Huaifeng had already woken up and was holding a cup of coffee in his hand. Seeing that he was up, Mo Huaifeng handed his cup to him. Ji Zhiyao took it and drank several mouthfuls, the coffee was still warm, it shouldnt have been long since Mo Huaifeng asked for it. Awake? Ji Zhiyao shook his head. Almost, Im having a slight headache from the sleep. Where are we now? Half an hour more to go. Ji Zhiyao pushed the cup back to him and said rather regretfully, Then Ive woken up too early, I dont have new Tom and Jerry episodes in myptop, life is so meaningless. The corner of Mo Huaifengs lips twitched. Just how childish are you. Dont speak, one look and I know you dont understand the joys of life. Chapter 183

    Chapter 183: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Want to y Gomoku? The topic of the conversation took on a rather quick turn, Ji Zhiyao stared confusedly at Mo Huaifeng and saw him pulling hisptop out of his bag. Its an offline game that I just downloaded yesterday, its not bad. Hence the two of them began a game of Gomoku under theplicated stares of their other teammates. Half an hourter, the nended. Their training in Korea was divided into two phases. For the first month, Mix was here under thebel of an exchange program. The club had contacted Koreas Vita Battleteam, which was the battleteam that Kang Kyung Chwa had once led, for a month of exchange and learning. The remaining two months would then be for Mix to y in the Korean servers and arrange training tournaments by themselves. It was said to be a learning exchange but it was in actuality just renting a huge apartment then having the members of both teams live together and hold daily trainings together ording to different demands. Vita battleteam specially arranged for someone toe pick them up and had told Yuan Wei the car te number beforehand. The vehicle was already waiting outside the airport half an hour in advance. They found the vehicle ording to the car te number. As Mo Huaifeng was multi-lingual and to save costs, the club did not hire a trantor. Hence Mo Huaifeng took a few steps forward, frowning as he walked side by side with Yuan Wei to the car window. After a question, Mo Huaifeng turned back, his instruction sinct. Get on. Yuan Wei pulled open the car door and boarded first. The vehicle wasnt considered very big, its backseats could barely fit nine people, everyone squeezed together like sardines in a tin, shoulder to shoulder and butt to butt. Through a gap, Ji Zhiyao look towards Mo Huaifeng who was sittingfortably in the front seat through the corner of his eye, and suddenly felt jealous, envious and hatred. He wanted to sit in the passenger seat too. All the way, the driver barely spoke, probably because he knew that there was anguage barrier, with one person who could understand Korean, so he did not speak much and only answered the necessary questions with a nod or shake of his head. They drove for about half an hour beforeing to a stop, Ji Zhiyao looked outside, not far out an apartment-like vi. Mo Huaifeng said, Were here, get out. Everyone alighted in session. When everyone had gotten off, Mo Huaifeng informed with a slight squint, For theing one month, we will be staying here. Vita battleteam has already arrived, well go in too. Yuan Wei walked over and rang the doorbell. Someone picked up themunicator very quickly and a blurry video image appeared. A boy dressed in a cream-colored sweater first eximed out loud, then waved at them, turned back excitedly and disappeared from the screen. A few seconds after, the front door was opened. The cream-colored sweater that they saw in the video earlier appeared and bowed to them. Ji Zhiyao got a clear look of the boys face and recalled his name. Vita battleteam, midner Hyun Woo. If Fi-god Mo Huaifengs looks made him the eSports idol of China, the Xuanzang meat that everyone coveted, then the valuation of Hyun Woo in Koreas eSports scene could be said to be about the same as Mo Huaifengs. Hyun Woo was really extremely good-looking. Ji Zhiyao originally thought that this was a rumor, yet with one look today, he realized that knowing a man by his reputation is not as good as meeting him in person, Hyun Woo was very deserving of his status. After the greeting, Hyun Woo probably realized that they could not understand Korean and switched directly to speaking English. Ji Zhiyao felt much morefortable, though his English wasnt considered superbly good, but it was much better than not understanding anything at all. [The conversations in the future shall be automatically tranted into Chinese.] Hyun Woo said, The club added half an hour to your arrival time, we thought you guys would arrive in a while, so we werent mentally prepared at all. If there has been any negligence, we ask for your kind understanding. Mo Huaifeng nodded. Thank you. Hyun Woo then smiled to the others at the back, and then did an inviting gesture. Everyone walked into the little vi together. The first level of the vi was very much the same as that in Mixs base, it was made up of the main portions of a living room, kitchen and training room. With the exception of some differences in decor and structure, everything else was very simr. It was evident that much thought had gone into this arrangement. Ji Zhiyao then looked towards the direction of the stairs, though he could not see the next level clearly, but he knew that the second level was probably bedrooms and same for the third. It was probably one level for Vita members and the other for Mix. Six people sat in the living room, seeing them walk in, they all stood up to bow. The two who appeared slightly older were both wearing tracksuits, especially simr to how Kang Kyung Chwa used to dress. Ji Zhiyao guessed that they were probably Vita battleteams coach and stats analyzer. Mo Huaifeng conversed with those two people, then made known their identities to everyone in Mix. Ji Zhiyao was right, they were Vita battleteams coach Park Jun Ji and stats analyzer Lee Sung Dae. Mix battleteams stats analyzer and coach shook hands and bowed to them respectively, then everyone sat down. A total of threerge sofas in the living room was just enough to amodate everyone. The few members from Vita battleteam who were better in English were only Hyun Woo, topner Lucia and support Qee. Hyun Woo even knew a little Chinese. Jungler Wu and ADC Sung Min only spoke Korean. Despite so, it still relieved quite a big burden from Mo Huaifeng who was tranting concurrently. Both teams made their introductions. When everyone was done, Park Jun Ji looked towards Ji Zhiyao and suddenly asked, You are Mix battleteams jungler reserve? Ji Zhiyao confusedly watched as he chattered on, yet he could not understand anything at all and could not help but turn towards Mo Huaifeng with look of seeking help. Before Mo Huaifeng spoke, Hyun Woo smiled and said, Coach asked if you are Mix battleteams jungler reserve? Mo Huaifeng narrowed his eyes. Hyun Woo had used English, Ji Zhiyao understood him and nodded slightly. Park Jun Ji continued to speak for a bit, after listening to him, Hyun Woo said to Ji Zhiyao, Because Kang Kyung Chwa sunbae is coachs senior, before Mix battleteam came for the exchange, he had mentioned your name to coach. As such, coach watched several videos of your gamey and he thinks that you are very outstanding. Ji Zhiyao could more or less understand what Hyun Woo said and smiled to express his thanks. Thank you for thepliment. Park Jun Ji nodded slightly and did not continue to spend time on such small talk, instead returned to interacting with Mo Huaifeng, the stats analyzer and their coach. Beside him, Xiao secretly asked Ji Zhiyao, What did the Korean coach say to you? Ji Zhiyao boasted without shame, He said my talent cant be found even amongst 100 professional yers, sooner orter I will surpass Captain and rank as top jungler internationally! Bullsh*t, please sober up quickly! Its so impossible to praise someone this way on the very first meeting! Ji Zhiyao replied very seriously, Its true, Im not lying, Im a dog if I lied. The look in Xiaos eyes instantly became that of half belief and half doubt, he ncedplicatedly at Ji Zhiyao, then at Park Jun Ji. Ji Zhiyao was calm and poised, allowing him to examine as he liked. Chapter 184 Chapter 184: Untitled Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Xiao reluctantly believed him. This coachs judgment is only so-so. Its obviously great! Once the sound of Ji Zhiyaosst word fell, he suddenly heard someone from the oppositeugh out loud. He lifted his head to look over and found that Hyun Woo was grinning widely. Sung Min who was seated beside Hyun Woo also appeared to be curious as to why heughed and asked something. Hyun Woo replied him softly but his eyes darted to Ji Zhiyao as he did so. Sh*t, he forgot that Hyun Woo could understand Chinese. But it was soplicated, he probably couldnt understand it. Ji Zhiyao silently consoled himself deep down, while on the outside he just stared ahead, and did not look at Hyun Woo either,pletely pretending as if nothing had happened. They sat for another ten minutes, the chat between Mo Huaifeng, Park Jun Ji and the rest officially ended. Mo Huaifeng stood up. Well go to the third level to pick our rooms, after tidying up then welle down to have lunch together. The entire team responded with an okay, after exchanging bows with Vita, they grabbed their bags and headed for the third level. Every room on the third level was a single room, not too big but each one had its own bathroom. The rooms were also very clean. The others automatically left the innermost two rooms that were right next to each other for Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng. Ji Zhiyao exchanged a few words with Mo Huaifeng then entered the room. He put his suitcase and backpack aside. His first priority was finding a fresh set of clothes and going into the bathroom for a shower. Half an hourter, he stepped out after his shower and sprawled out directly on the bed. He hadnt really felt it when he was sitting downstairs but once he stepped out of the shower now, he felt tired and sore all over. And slightly hungry too, but he did not want to go downstairs for lunch alone. Ji Zhiyao picked up his phone and sent a text in the group chat. [MelonRind: Let me know when you guys are done washing up, well go down for lunch together. Its awkward going alone.] [ManagerYuanWei: Im already done, the bed is quite soft, I dont want to get up.] [MelonRind: All the best Yuan Xiaokui [1. Joke using a character in a Chinese TV drama Lu Xiaokui who kept cheering herself on.], you cannot give up easily!] [ManagerYuanWei: Seems like only both of us are done, lets give them some time.] [MelonRind: Sure, sure, then I shall nap for a while.] Ji Zhiyao really could not hold on anymore, dropping his phone, he dozed off drowsily. He slept for some time before he vaguely heard someone knocking on his door from the outside. It took him a great deal of effort to get up and go open the door. The one who came knocking was Mo Huaifeng, he examined Ji Zhiyao, an obvious trace of a smile showed in his eyes. Whats with your hair? Ji Zhiyao was still in a dazed state, but instinctively reached out and touched his own hair. Totally disheveled, he instantly sobered up and remembered that he had not blow-dried his hair after washing it. The corner of Ji Zhiyaos lips tightened. Youre going to go down for lunch like this? Ji Zhiyao thought, it was his first day meeting Vita, didnt seem nice to be so casual. Hence he said resignedly, Ill go put some water on my hair, give me a moment. Mo Huaifeng responded with a mm. A few minutester, Ji Zhiyao walked out of the bathroom with a head of wet hair. He did not want to keep his teammates waiting and so did not blow his hair but just casually dried it with a towel. Ji Zhiyao put his phone in his pocket, then closed the door, asking, Captain, wherere they? I told them to go down first. Ji Zhiyao nodded, both of them went down the stairs one behind the other. On the first level, all the members of Vita were crowded in kitchen, cooking. As they exchange program had yet to officially began, they did not have domesticdies hired for the cooking and had to do the work by themselves. Yet all of Mix, excluding Ji Zhiyao were all inte-addicted youths, they werepletely ignorant, not knowing how to do anything and could only stand behind awkwardly and politely. The moment they saw Ji Zhiyaoe downstairs, everyone moved deftly to jostle Mo Huaifeng aside, crowding around Ji Zhiyao and pushing him towards the kitchen. Ji Zhiyao was confused and questioned, What are you guys doing? K answered, Handing a mission to you. Followed by Nuo. Salvage the image of Chinese eSports youths. Xiao ended with the final push to send him into the kitchen. So, go join them! Ji Zhiyao looked at the few people who were busying around the kitchen. He was filled with both surprise and anger. Yet the thought of the various kimchi and ramen that Koreans loved to eat filled him with dread, Ji Zhiyao gritted his teeth and rolled up his sleeves as he turned back and gave them a warning. Just wait and see, all of you! The others looked up to the ceiling simultaneously, all pretending that they did not hear him. Ji Zhiyao rolled his eyes and rushed into the kitchen with a very imposing manner. Seeing him walk in, the members of Vita were slightly surprised. Hyun Woo asked, Are you hungry? Theres food in the refrigerator. No, Im here to make some dishes. Since were cooking together, we ought to let you guys try some Chinese food. Hyun Woo was very much taken aback, but still nodded. Really looking forward to it, all the best. Ji Zhiyao washed his hands, Qee cleared up a small spot for him to wash his ingredients, he thanked him and began to think of what to make. A chunk of meat happened to be on the table, Ji Zhiyao was inspired and asked, Can I have a small piece of this? Hyun Woo replied, Of course, feel free to take whatever you need. Hence Ji Zhiyao cut up the meat and also chopped up some cucumbers and spinach. As Vita had started way earlier, other than a pot of soup that was still boiling, they were done with the rest of their dishes. They brought the dishes out and Hyun Woo smiled at Ji Zhiyao, asking, We are done, do you need my help? Its fine, I can manage. We will wait for you toe eat together. You guys can start without me, Ill probably need another 20 minutes. Ji Zhiyao nodded at him, then washed up a pot that had been freed up. He first made an omelette, then used another pot for his sweet and sour pot, nched the spinach, cut up the omelette and mixed both together for a cold dish. One cold dish and one hot dish werepleted, he checked on the pot with the stew and thought that it was done and turned off the heat for it as well. Footsteps sounded behind him, Ji Zhiyao turned back for a nce and saw Mo Huaifeng walk in. Letting out an eh, he asked, Youre not eating? Aplicated look appeared on Mo Huaifengs face. Its all kimchi, kimchi fried rice and spicy rice cakes on the table, Im not used to it. Oh dear, my Captain is suddenly bing really finicky. You joined the training for the previous international league yeah, how did you eat? Mo Huaifeng replied after a short silence. Bought a few cartons of instant noodles and The Godmother brands of seasoning, then got someone to mail it over. Youre amazing! It was great to be rich, god knows how many cartons of instant noodles could be bought with the price of the international courier. Ji Zhiyao pointed to the sweet and sour pork on the table that was still steaming. Want to try one first? I dont make this often, it might not taste good. Mo Huaifeng leaned over and sniffed. Smells good. Then he used his fingers and pinched a piece, stuffing it into his mouth. Is it good? Its a little hot. So is it good? Shouldnt he show some concern for him first? Mo Huaifeng could not speak but nodded his head. Hence Ji Zhiyao called it a day very contentedly and walked out of the kitchen with his two dishes. Chapter 185

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Meanwhile, in the dining room, everyone was already seated. Ji Zhiyao first ced the dishes down, then dropped into the only empty seat that was beside Mo Huaifeng. There were indeed huge bowls of kimchi and spicy rice cake on the table, a sea of fiery red but nothing had been touched. It was evident that everyone was waiting for him. Ji Zhiyao thanked them. Lucia said gleefully, Since everything is ready, lets dig in. The aroma is already making me slightly impatient. Hyun Woo stopped him. Hold on, hold on, have you forgotten about my kelp soup? Lucia eximed with an aigoo and frantically questioned, Hyun Woo hyung, did you forget to turn off the fire? I did not off it, but Yao might have, I better go take a look. Hyun Woo prepared to stand up as he spoke. Although they used Korean in their entire conversation, Ji Zhiyao saw that Hyun Woo was about to enter the kitchen and quickly said, Is Hyun Woo going to turn off the fire? I already did. Hyun Woo then sat down again. Thats great then, everyone can serve themselvester on when they want some soup. Lets eat? Hence everyone began to eat. At the start the table was very quiet, as they werent too familiar with one another. Butter on, Sung Min tested a bite of a piece of sweet and sour pork and was surprised. This is absolutely delicious, sour and sweet, how did you make this? He looked at Ji Zhiyao with eyes full of admiration, though Ji Zhiyao could not understand what he had said, but he thought that his expression did not look like he wasining of a bad taste, hence he replied with his blind guess, Very simply, its a very easy dish to make. Then Sung Min hugged Hyun Woos arm and began to chatter away, Hyun Woo appeared especially resigned as he said, This rascal is insisting that I learn this dish from you, hes really impolite. Ji Zhiyao waved his hand. Its alright. If you would like to learn, I can teach you. Hence the atmosphere at the table started to warm up, everyone also spoke a little more... Nuo watched on the entire time and could not help but sigh. When we return home NoHomo would be able to release a book, called Back When I Conquered South Korea with Sweet and Sour Pork. Your pseudonym would be The Chef Held Back by His eSports Career, how does that sound? Ji Zhiyao answered him, You talk too much. A lunch ended in liveliness. As Mix with the exception of Ji Zhiyao had not helped during the cooking earlier, the moment lunch ended, they jumped to help clean the table and went to the kitchen to do the dishes. Seeing that they could not stop them, the members of Vita could only allow them to do as they wished. While Ji Zhiyao openly sat and cked, exchanging a few words with the Vita members from time to time. Qee asked, When did you learn to cook? Ji Zhiyao blinked dazedly, thinking to himself, what kind of f*cking question what this, typically, shouldnt he be asking when he starting gaming and when he joined the team? Who would ask when he learned to cook on the first day of meeting? Its not like he was a chef! The corner of his lips lifted into an awkward smile, not knowing whether he should answer that question. Lucia seemed to also sense that the question was slightly impolite and grabbed the impish Qee, his tone fierce as he ordered, Apologize now! Qee eximed, Im sorry, I was just curious, I didnt mean to offend you. Ji Zhiyao quickly shook his head. Its okay. As for cooking, I learned when I was young, but I only some basics, I cant cook things that are tooplicated. Is that so? Yao is amazing at gaming and can cook too, you must be very well-liked. Well-liked? Ji Zhiyao recalled the overwhelming amount of haters that he had and his fan club with the name of Haters Support Club and suddenly felt a slight sting of his conscience. They continued to chat for some time. Finally the chores in the kitchen were done, the others from Mix walked out and sat on the sofa. Sung Min said, All of you dont look too good. Since we are starting training from tomorrow, why dont all of you go get some rest now? Mo Huaifeng tranted it, all of them agreed that they felt a little tired and wanted some rest. Hence after parting from the Vita members, they all headed upstairs to sleep. Ji Zhiyao sprawled on his back on the bed, bringing out his phone to scroll Weibo and Tieba. Mixs official ount did not announce that they had arrived in Korea for their training, as of now, the public only knew that they are overseas for isted training, but did not know the exact location. As it was the off season period and the fight for spots in the international league would only begin in a months time, everyone was either in the phase of resting and recuperating, holding training tournaments or doing advertisements to raise their poprity, the entire eSports scene was rather peaceful and calm. The thing that could get everyone moving was the international league happening eight months from now. By then, all eyes would be upon them, full of anticipation. Ji Zhiyao smacked his lips, ced his phone aside, rested his head on his arm and slowly dozed off. ... The first day in Korea, all was calm. From the second day onwards, they were officially entering the training phase. Early in the afternoon yesterday, Mixs coach had already fixed up a preliminary training n, dividing into aspects of time, response capacity, handling speed, overall health, standard of game y for training. Everyone was expected to begin training at 10 AM in the morning, ending at 10 PM in the night. Unless there were exceptionally special situations, they were not allowed to apply for leave. Response capacity and handling speed would mainly be trained using an enhanced version of the color blocks program from Kang Kyung Chwa, with the addition of the aspect of response to sound. As for their overall health, they had to exercise for at least an hour after training every day, to improve the condition of their bodies, to avoid their physical capacitygging behind when they needed to y extra-long matches in the future. Physiotherapists would be there every week to provide massages for everyone. Lastly, the standard of game y would be seen in the matches between various groupings. This training n may be said to be veryprehensive, but was also much stricter than before. When they saw itst night, everyone was shocked. Nuo finally came up with something after suppressing it for a long time. ... Boohoo! The others all looked like they were wishing for death. Though painful, they still had to follow the training n. Hence all the Mix members who had never woken up before 11 AM at their own base headed downstairs with yawns echoing amongst them on the next day. When they went past the second level, they realized that the Vita members were also rather listless, looking dispirited. All the inte-addicted youths in the world were the same, few could ept waking up early. They walked into the training room. The training room in the vi was huge, about three times of theirs. The seats were also very dispersed, unlike the sequenced seating that was often used inpetitions. Everyone casually found a table and sat down, then turned on theputers. The game configurations of Heroes in the Korean servers were about more than 10% better than China itself. To professional yers, it was a total dream-like existence. Of course, demands on capabilities were also higher. As the level of eSports in the Korean servers were in the leading position, other than professional yers, many amateur yers in the Korean servers were also very strong, like Big Fish who was bought by Bug battleteam. Hence the amount of professional yers who continuously lost after just entering the Korean servers were also not in the minority. Chapter 186

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The morning training was mainly aimed at individual aspects, the stats analyzer of the two battleteams stood behind and recorded each of their results on clipboards. During their first time experiencing the colored blocks program with sound, with the exception of the Mo Huaifeng who could still hold on, everyone else screwed up. Ji Zhiyao was a little dazed. As the sound in his ear-mic was slightly softer and alsosted for a very short duration, it was indeed a little challenging to react ordingly. He could not help but nce in the direction of Vita battleteam. The whole of Vita had practiced with this program previously and were obviously already ustomed, everyone was deeply focused. Ji Zhiyao took a few nces, then looked away, and immersed himself in the screen before him. An hourter, his vision was slightly blurred, but the results on the screen had gone from 0 to 21 seconds. The best result in Mix was still by Mo Huaifeng, 39 seconds. Yet he himself wasnt too satisfied. Ji Zhiyao was second. Because of his hand injury, Xiao was only given half an hour of training time by their coach. His results also werent too ideal, only 18 seconds. As if he could sense their dejection, the stats analyzer said after recording their results, Theres still a long time, take it slow, dont be anxious. Have all of you forgotten the times when you were shivering from being dominated by Coach Kang? Ji Zhiyao: I practiced on this for so long, in the end, Im back to the state before professional training, itsparable to my hand speed at the very start, downright trashy. The stats analyzer tapped his head with his notebook. Are you going to continue? To yield to the dark and evil influences, I dare not, I dare not. Thats much better. If you lose your will to fight at the start, how will you hang on at the end? You too, Xiao, stop wearing that face of woe, this isnt your true capability at all. I know, Im simply musing over my youth that will never return. What? Back then I was also a prominent figure who could be Captains equal, who would think that now... Mo Huaifeng: Are you still dreaming? Xiao was extremely insulted, but he didnt dare to utter a word. Training with the colored blocks program ended. For the next hour, the stats analyzers pulled out a file of videos and sent them to each person, instructing them to analyze the videos in detail. Ji Zhiyao had received aption of exciting cuts of past junglers handling. He opened the first video. The video was edited with great thought, but the only regret was that each video was eitherpletely narrated in Chinese or Korean, with no subtitles, it left him wondering from which corner had the stat analyzers and coaches dug them out from. He quickly brought out his notebook, taking down notes as he watched. Sometimes when the junglers made a mistake in calcting the distance or were especially urate, he would even note down several stats and do some simple calctions, working very diligently. By the time he had finished the entire video, almost an hour had passed. It was already past 12 in the afternoon. Park Jun Ji walked into the training room and announced that they could break for lunch. To cater to the varying tastes of the members from the two teams, two domesticdies were specially hired, one of whom was Chinese. Everyone in Mix was very satisfied and their fatigue from the busy morning vanished. After lunch, they rested for about 20 minutes, then the group training began. Ji Zhiyao, Xiao and Xiaofei did not have ounts in the Korean servers and so created one each. For the first three days, the three of them were directed by their coach to y matches by themselves to experience the atmosphere of the Korean servers and familiarize themselves before they returned to training with Vita. Ji Zhiyao carried an ID that he randomly came up with and entered a regr 5v5 game, preparing to get some practice. He selected an assassin that he used quite often, then the match began. Although everyone in this match was in the Bronze rank, Ji Zhiyao felt that at least two of the opponents were using alternate ounts. Their handling was brilliant. As this was a regr match with average yers, he won the match in no time and clinched the MVP title. Because of the easy win, Ji Zhiyaos mood also became much better. Hence he entered a ranked match. Yet he almost screwed up. Not too long into the match, Ji Zhiyao cleared up his own jungler and was quietly intending to go help the midner gank on the opponent. Yet the opponent was very strong with counter-ambushing and had immediately signaled to the jungler. And their jungler was already very close to the bushes by thene, he jumped out immediately when he saw the signal, Ji Zhiyao was caught off-guard, hurriedly retreating after he lost half of his health. But the opposite junglers speed was almost twice as fast as his, finishing him off in an instant! F*ck! Whats with this oddly fast speed? He stared at the screen before him that had turned ck and white, a thought suddenly dawned upon him as he recalled about speed ss that Kang Kyung Chwa had told him about previously, Ji Zhiyao hastily clicked open the equipment stats and realized that the opposite jungler was already wearing two pairs of elerated boots. Sure enough! He did not expect to meet such an opponent in a regr ranked match, Ji Zhiyao pped his hands slightly excitedly, when he respawned, he did not even bother to hide it and dashed off again to the opponents jungle and pestered the jungler. The jungler was also very confused, not knowing why Ji Zhiyao was only clinging onto him. Yet Ji Zhiyaos handling was superb, his hand speed was fast, he had no choice but to throw himself into dealing with him. Then it was as if these two junglers had be stuck together. Ji Zhiyao would die once, then the opposite jungler would die once. As Ji Zhiyao yed, he found it more and more interesting, even wondering to himself as he yed, how he would be ying if he himself became a speed ss yer? In the entire match, Ji Zhiyao died a total of eight times, but deep down he was extremely excited. The match ended, he gestured agitatedly to the stats analyzer. The stats analyzer was shocked and walked over, asking, NoHomo why is your face glowing, are you running a fever? No, no, Old Ning, look at this. The stats analyzer followed the direction of his finger and looked towards his screen and almost gave him another hit on his head. Look at what? At your wonderful results of 6/8/3 in a regr match? Ji Zhiyao tugged at the corner of his lips. This result was just an ident, what Im telling you to look at is this. He tapped on the equipment stats of the opposing jungler. The stats analyzer understood then. Speed ss? I remember you once asked Kang Kyung Chwa about this. Yes, I did. He touched his chin. Old Ning, are you well-versed in such a style? If I want to go down this path, what thoughts do you have? The stats analyzer nced at him in surprise, then said, Come with me, dont disturb their training. Ji Zhiyao agreed, stood up and followed the stats analyzer out of the training. My knowledge is not considered in-depth, but I still know quite a bit. The stats analyzer said, Speed ss is not as simple as what you see, do you think just buying a few more pairs of elerated boots is all? It has very high demands for the professional quality of yers, once your speed is raised, there are many aspects to take into consideration, response capacity, the ability to y by ear, handling skills, none are dispensable. I can tell you, in the whole of China, whether in the past or present, no eSports yer has tried his path, including our Captain. Why? Because its too difficult? What else? What do you think the reason was? He frowned, then added. Actually there arent many foreign yers with this style, theyre mainly concentrated in South Korea. But I must admit, once you be adept at this, it would definitely be an advantage. Do you know of A.K.? Chapter 187

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao nodded. I do. No. 1 on the international junglers ranking, retiredst year, my idol, an absolute legend in the scene. He practices the speed ss style, his individual ability is so outstanding that its scary. Thats formidable. If you wish to use this style, you will have to take A.K. as your target for the program earlier. A.K.s newest record for this year is 1 min and 28 seconds. F*ck! Oh yes, dont forget, hed already retired then. Ji Zhiyao was virtually so shocked that his face was twisted, at this current level he could onlyst 20 seconds on that program, A.K.s result was truly a little inhumane. He frowned, pondering for a moment, before asking, Actually I dont quite understand, how did this other school of thought about speed sse to be? The stats analyzer was a little tired from standing and decided to simply sit on the ground, while gesturing to Ji Zhiyao, indicating for him to sit down too. After they were both seated, he continued, In our usual games, we typically use the specialties of our champions or the opponents line to decide what equipment we need and what style is needed to give y to the greatest advantage of the champion. This mainly depends on individual ability moremonly known as skills flow. But speed ss is slightly different. To put it bluntly, its one word: fast. So its restrictions inparison are also huge. If your movement and handling is simply fast and no champions can catch you, then you have the absolute advantage. But if as long as you happen to slow down, itll be very dangerous once youre caught. Because youve used too many spots to buy equipment to increase your speed, in all the other aspects you will be weaker than your opponent. Ji Zhiyao carefully deliberated over the stats analyzers words, realizing that things indeed seemed to be as he had said. The stats analyzer patted his shoulder. So its still better to make a good job of whats before you now. Theres nothing bad with ability ss. Even in South Korea, there are rarely any yers specialized in speed ss in recent years, at the most, there are just some who can y a bit of both styles, but they arent outstanding. You dont have to worry about this problem. Ji Zhiyao rubbed his face. But Im still quite tempted to give it a try. The stats analyzer made a hissing sound. Melon, why are you so stubborn? Ive already analyzed it so thoroughly for you! I think there are definitely benefits in speed ss, thats why there are so many yers in South Korea who know both styles. The stats analyzer was silent for a few seconds before he agreed. Thats right. Thats why! Actually I think its rather suited to me. How about this, I will affect my usual training, Ill on try it out in my own time. What do you think? Nothing. Brother. Theres no use telling me this. If you really want to do so, go talk to Coach and Captain yourself. ... Brother, do you think I will be beaten up? Whether you will be beaten up or not, do you really have no damn idea deep down? The stats analyzer stood up with a p on his thigh and took two steps towards the training room with a long face, then suddenly turned around as if he reminded of something. Yes, I have a piece of good news for you. Ji Zhiyao was confused. What? The whole team took down the national qualifiers. A few days ago the international rankings were renewed, you are now No. 39 on the junglers ranking. He was still slightly in disbelief. What the f*ck, is that for real? Yet if you choose to be frivolous, I guarantee your name definitely wont be there the next time the list is renewed. The stats analyzers tone was especially heated, Ji Zhiyao cowered in fear of being beaten up and obediently followed him into the training room. He decided to talk to his Captain about itter. Returning back to his seat, Ji Zhiyao began another ranked match. This time round, there werent any more speed ss ying styles that appeared out of nowhere, both teams were purely of the standards of amateur yers. Ji Zhiyao jungled fervently and led the games, continuing a win-streak for several hours. By dinnertime, his rank had already leapt from Bronze to tinum. With the exception of Xiao who was barred from continuing by the stats analyzer after he had reached Gold rank, it was the same for everyone else in Mix. Nuo who had the hardest time ranking up as a support cozied up tightly against Mo Huaifeng as they yed ranked matches together and actually ended up being a rank higher than Ji Zhiyao. Ji Zhiyao wanted to punch someone after hearing that. Everyone had a very sumptuous dinner together, then continued with their dissipated training. Ji Zhiyao yed all the way, only stopping when he arrived at Diamond rank. He could evidently sense that, in ranks from Diamond and above, it was as if the standard of the yers skills had groundlessly became several notches higher,parable to the standards of Challenger rank yers in China. Coming to such an understanding left himpletely displeased. Was the standard of China eSports really this bad? Ji Zhiyao could not help but sink into deep thought. Yet he hadnt been deliberating for long when his attention was caught by two ps sounding by the door. Yuan Wei dressed in a coquettish flowery top, stood at the door of the training room, posing coyly and unting himself. Children, quickly get out here to lift your weights and get on the treadmill! It wasnt just Vita battleteam who was shocked, even Mix could not bring themselves to look at Yuan Wei. Nuo covered his eyes and roared, Yuan Wei, what are you wearing! Hurts the eyes! Signifying a celebration, cant you guys tell? Who deemed it that back when I had to make all of you lose weight for the advertisements, I had to beg each of you one by one endlessly to go exercise, that was so tiring it almost killed me. Things are great this time, what goes aroundes around, it is your turn now! What the hell was this? Why was he passing off as their manager? The vein in Mo Huaifengs forehead throbbed relentlessly as he called out warningly, Yuan Wei. Here, how may I help you my Captain? Oh yes, before I came here, not only this months sry had been given, even next months sry had been sent to me! Damn it. The corner of Ji Zhiyaos lips twitched. Big brother, well go lift weights, and you quickly go change out of these clothes, youre totally embarrassing our team. I think its not bad. Yuan Wei was especially serious. Mainly because the person is good-looking. Screw you, get lost! All of Mix put forth their united effort to chase Yuan Wei away, then exhaled deeply. Mo Huaifeng rubbed his temples and said to Vita battleteam, Our manager bes a little abnormal from time to time, sorry about that. After that, he even tranted that line for everyone else in Mix to hear. Looking at his totally solemn manner, Ji Zhiyao suddenly felt likeughing. The treadmills were all ced on the first level, in a room in the opposite direction of the training room, a total of 12 people from Mix and Vitabined walked over, each person chose something that they wanted to do and began their exercise. Ji Zhiyao walked at the very end of the group and slowly moved towards a treadmill, program it to the slowest mode and started jogging at a snails pace. As an inte-addicted youth, he was still expected to be passionate about exercise, this was really making things difficult for him. Chapter 188

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios He jogged for half an hour, Mo Huaifeng suddenly came over and lifted Ji Zhiyao off the treadmill. Go do pull downs. Ji Zhiyao instinctively grabbed onto the treadmill tightly, looking confused. What have I done wrong that you want to separate us? Are you exercising? How is it not? Mo Huaifeng gave him a look of stop arguing just go when I tell you to. Ji Zhiyao, forced to submit to the Captains despotic authority, unwilling moved and gloomily went to the pull down machine. He worked for ten minutes. The furthest distance that the handle was from his body never exceeded 10 cm, Ji Zhiyao felt like he was about to suffocate. He continued to secretly pretend to be working out for some time, then Park Jun Ji walked in and announced that they were done for the day. Everyone sighed in relief. Ji Zhiyao slumped back in his seat, Mo Huaifeng caught sight of him when he looked back and came over to lift him up with one grab. Tsk, your physique is terrible. Ji Zhiyao didnt really feel like acknowledging him. He really wanted to demonstrate his backbone, by for example flinging away Mo Huaifengs arm that was supporting him or what. Yet his arm feltpletely weak, after struggling for a while, Ji Zhiyao allowed Mo Huaifeng to continue supporting him. By the time they had climbed to the third floor, even Ji Zhiyaos remaining half a breath was almost used up. Mo Huaifeng sent him to his door and even opened his door for him while he was there. Ji Zhiyao said, Thanks Captain. Ill go over to youter, I have something to talk to you about. The look in Mo Huaifengs eyes became full of meaning at once. Ji Zhiyao read it in a second and almost threw a punch at his face. Its really serious business! I didnt say anything else, why are you so agitated? What the f*ck? Tsk. Damn it, so infuriating! Ji Zhiyao directly left Mo Huaifeng and entered his room. Half an hourter. Im actually rather interested in this and Im quite tempted to try it out. But Old Ning doesnt really approve of me doing that, he hopes that I can focus on training in what I am doing now. Since Ji Zhiyao entered his room five minutes ago, Mo Huaifengs knitted brows had not rxed at all. With that, Ji Zhiyao stared eagerly at Mo Huaifeng. After a good while, Mo Huaifeng said, Ive practiced this style previously too. Ji Zhiyaos eyes widened. Wow? Old Ning didnt tell me about it. And then, what happened? It was two years ago, sometime after Mix reassembled. Mo Huaifeng shook his head lightly. Its demand towards the wrist and eye coordination is too high, my hand could not bear it, so I gave up after a period of time. Ji Zhiyao did not expect that there was still such a thing. Even his Captain could not do it, what about him? Would he be able to seed? If he couldnt... Would it be considered wasting training hours? After all there were only eight months left to the International League. Ji Zhiyao sunk into silence. Seeing his defeated manner, Mo Huaifeng reached out and rubbed his hair, suddenly suggesting, Why dont you give it a try? Ji Zhiyao lifted his head abruptly to look at him. Two years ago, I had already been ying a carry position for three years, its very normal that the condition of my wrist couldnt keep up. But youre different, if we were to properly calcte, you are currently on the up-curve, you might as well have a go. Really? Mo Huaifeng nodded. Ji Zhiyao was instantly brimming with confidence, if he had a tail, it would be wagging away right now. Since youve put it this way, I shall take up this onerous challenge and give it a try. Anyway no matter what happens, if my hand speed goes up there, its all good and no bad for me. Mm. Ji Zhiyao then thought of the other matter that the stats analyzer had talked to him about and told Mo Huaifeng jubntly, By the way, Old Ning told me that Im on the international rankings! Mo Huaifeng was also slightly surprised. Since getting off the ne yesterday to training today, he had not looked at his phone much and naturally missed this news. He did a rough calction of the months, the previous international rankings seemed to be announced around this time each year too. Hence he asked, Whats your rank? 39! Mo Huaifeng kept quiet for a moment, then, without really having the heart to, he informed him quietly, There are a total of 50 people on the list. Ji Zhiyaos smile gradually vanished. Captain, do you have something against me? I wouldnt dare. This ranking is not too bad considering its my first time cing on it alright? So what was your ranking when you went on the list for the first time? Mo Huaifeng nked out for a while, before he replied with an uncertain tone, 9th? Goodbye! Mo Huaifeng could not help butugh. How long has it been since you switched to being professional, why are you so anxious? Ji Zhiyao was in slight despair. I cant not be anxious. I reckon after this years International League I wont have another one topete in anymore, a person ought to have some dreams. Before he had finished speaking, he stopped abruptly. Ji Zhiyao wished he could give himself two tight ps. Damn it, how did he just blurt it out! Yet Mo Huaifengs expression was very calm. Dont worry. Ji Zhiyao nodded his head like a chicken pecking at rice, also not daring to ask what he did not need to worry about and murmured repeatedly, Im at ease, at ease, especially at ease! Mo Huaifeng darted a nce at him and vaguely revealed a trace of a smile. Ji Zhiyao finally sighed in relief. Yet he had yet to rx for a few minutes when he saw Mo Huaifeng leisurely rolling up his sleeves, straightening them up while saying, The debt you owe me, its high time you returned it. Ji Zhiyao was confused. What? What do you think? Ji Zhiyao was still confused. Mo Huaifeng thought that his foolish look did not seemed to be feigned and hence reminded him. Red packet. Ji Zhiyao instantly looked like he had been struck by lightning. F*ck! Ji Zhiyao began to shift backwards, his eyes darting around. Didnt we agree not to mention this anymore? Mo Huaifeng snickered. Who came to an agreement with you? You! Save your bullsh*t. Are you going toe here by yourself, or will you have me catch you? Ji Zhiyao hesitated for quite some time, and felt that his butt might not hurt that much if he took more initiative. Hence he said, Ive never done such things before, but I heard from Ji Qingge that its quite painful, please be gentler. Mo Huaifeng pursed his lips. Besides this is Korea! Dont cause me to be exposed and then repatriated with thebel of China eSports champions engaged in gay activitieste at night in amodation xx. Is it illegal to be gay in Korea? Mo Huaifeng literally did not know what he ought to say and gestured weakly with his hand. Just get here first. Ji Zhiyao saw that he would not be able to escape this disaster no matter how much he tried to change the topic, hence he cursed under his breath, then rushed to Mo Huaifeng and almost knocked him down, his expression looking like he was epting his death willingly. Damn it, who cares anymore,e on team dictator! Mo Huaifeng waspletely speechless. Heughed out loud helplessly, then reached out and pulled Ji Zhiyao who had his eyes tightly shut in, then bowed his head to kiss him. Ji Zhiyao was slightly dazed from being kissed, but still responded very heatedly. Yet he waited and waited but the next step in the stories never came, Mo Huaifeng was still just kissing him. Chapter 189

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios A short while passed again, Ji Zhiyao was almost suffocating and hastily pushed Mo Huaifeng away. Captain youre trying to kill me. Mo Huaifeng nced at his swollen lips and appeared to be very satisfied. Go back. What? I even took off my pants and youre telling me this? If not? You want to experience the real thing in a foreignnd? I actually dont mind. No no no, good night Captain! He dashed out of Mo Huaifengs room, then nced left and right to ensure that no one was around and swiftly ran into his own room. Lying on his bed, Ji Zhiyao turned nk as he lifted his hand and touched his lips. ... Three dayster, Mix and Vitapeted against each other for training. They started a match of 5v5, Xiao and Xiaofei were spectators. The match began. Ji Zhiyaos opponent for this match was Vitas jungler Wu. Last night, before bed, he had even watched several short videos of Wu inpetitions. Overall, Wu was a defensive yer. He would not take the initiative to plunder the opponents jungle and would defend his own side of the jungle exceptionally well, not giving the opponents an opportunity to strike. Since it wouldnt be easy to counter-jungle, he would not do that. Hence Ji Zhiyao leisurely jungled, if he could use his auto-attack he would not use any abilities, his movements were so iparably slow that Heng even suspected that he had fallen asleep. Heng: Brother are you alright there? Hyun Woos gamey is super aggressive, Im afraid. Ji Zhiyao: Why are you bing exactly like K? Without me to gank with you, you totally cannot take care of yourself anymore? K: Excuse me? Could you not curse me blindly? I did not say anything at all. Heng saw that Ji Zhiyao was noting at his call and instantly cowered back to hide under his turret. Yet the moment he had retreated, he saw a figure sh past in the bush, Heng shrieked at once, but a good look showed him that it was the opposite support Qee and he could not help but exim, WTF? What kind of dirty trick is this! I thought it was Wu, gave me such a scare. It could even be Sung Min who went to gank you but Wu would never. Pal, please lower your voice, otherwise our Korean friends would think that us Chinese yers only know to shriek and wail when we encounter trouble. Damn it! Heng was enraged, but when he saw the champion that Qee was using, he could not hold back and continued to rant. Do you guys see what he chose? A mage? Is it right that a support is using the same champion as a midner? K: If youre capable enough, go to Heroes Headquarters and get them to give you a special privilege. In the future whoever is an eyesore to you, you can ban whoever you like. Heng: I have realized that you guys are especially against me today. Mo Huaifeng: After all wed just learned that, it was you who suggested to Yuan Wei to buy that flowery shirt of his. Heng suppressed it for a while and could not hold back anymore. Why is Qee staying in the middlene, shouldnt he be ganking on K with Sung Min? K was very pleased. Yeah, thats why Im feeling quitefortable now. Heng: NoHomoe here fast ! Your weak, pitiful and defenseless midner is about to die ! Ji Zhiyao: Youre so noisy. Ji Zhiyao could not do anything to this idiotic midner who could not live without himself and left the creep that he was attacking halfway alone, rushing off to the middlene. Yet midway, he was stopped by Qee who had jumped out of the bushes. As it was too sudden, Ji Zhiyao had already lost half of his health before he could react. He swiftly took a few steps back, yet while Qees mage was slightly slower in movement speed, he was still fast and managed to intercept Ji Zhiyao in a few steps. Then he threw a stunning ability on him, and Ji Zhiyao instantly died. Ji Zhiyao: Heng you mutt! Didnt you say that Qee was staying in the middlene? Why did he jump out at me? Heng: Damn, brother you failed in the first bout. I was teasing Hyun Woo earlier, didnt notice that Qee had gone behind me. Ji Zhiyao: Screw you! At this time the game effects sounded, Mo Huaifeng had single-handedly killed Vitas topner Lucia, the gold gap between the two teams evened out slightly. Ji Zhiyaos spawning time ended and he plunged into the jungle once again, this time, no matter how Heng called out for him, he just wouldnt go gank the middlene. Up till Heng was killed under the turret by Qee and Hyun Woo in the middlene, Ji Zhiyao bided his time and stunned them with his ultimate and harvested two kills directly. Nuo witnessed the whole course andughed till he was sprawled out in his chair. Heng was filled with grief and indignation. NoHomo, what is this grudge you have against me? Ji Zhiyao put on an indifferent face. Do you really have no idea what grudge and enmity there are? Heng tried to weep. Damn it! Just both teams had essentially reached level 11, Ji Zhiyao noticed that Wu was intending to go for the little dragon and thus sent a signal to gather. Dragon, dragon, if we dont go for it now its going to be stolen. At this point, K had already died twice, he was holding up against both Qee and Sung Min in the topne and was slipping slightly. You guys go ahead. If there are enough people there, NoHomoe to the topne, Im about to die. Seems like our Yao-god isnt in form today, roaming the whole time and not helping us to gank huh. Ji Zhiyao: Isnt daddy here trying to build up all of your independence? K: Are you asking for a beating today? Ji Zhiyao grinned, he saw that Mo Huaifeng was very at ease against Lucia, Heng, though straining, could still hang in there for a bit more with Nuos help... Hence, he said to Mo Huaifeng, Captain, while your second ability is avable, give two arrows to Ks side, Ill go steal the dragon before going to help him. Mo Huaifeng agreed with an mm, then released two arrows in the direction of the topne. His angle was especially urate and both hit Qee who was in the front at once. Qee retreated speedily after being dropped to half of his health, and things for K eased up. On Ji Zhiyaos side, he had already begun to 1v1 against Wu. In reality, Ji Zhiyao was at a disadvantage. Because the assassin he had chosen was an early game champion, the longer the match, the more tiring it would be for him. Though their levels werent that high now, the trend was beginning to show. Ji Zhiyao himself was of course aware of that, hence he wished to end things quickly and was engaged with Wu very quickly. Both of their handling standards were evenly matched, yet Ji Zhiyao was still more inexperienced, he lost 200 to 300 points of health more than Wu in a short time. Ji Zhiyao retreated, seeming like he was intending to escape. The distance wasnt obvious, yet Wu read him very clearly, Wu immediately rushed forward- Ji Zhiyao used his flicker skill and appeared behind Wu. With his hand speed from being single for 10 years and all three abilities, Wu with half of his health left was promptly finished off. Ji Zhiyao sighed in relief, intending to fight the dragon with the shred of health that he had, yet an arrow came flying from the topne and pinned him to the ground. His screen became ck and white. In the past, it was always him inciting Mo Huaifeng to kill others with one shot, now he was finally experiencing for himself how it feels like to be nailed down. This was probably the feeling of paying with ones life. Chapter 190

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The system notified them that Ji Zhiyao was killed by Sung Min, Mo Huaifeng took a look at the jungle, then instructed, Nuo bait the opponents to keep them upied, Ill go for the dragon. Nuo: Except for thest five words, I somehow feel that Ive heard the front part of this sentence so many times. Mo Huaifeng: Cut the crap. Nuo: Okay daddy please dont worry, daddy please go ahead. Ji Zhiyao snorted. Yet Vita battleteam seemed to have their sights set on the little dragon too, Mo Huaifeng walked towards the jungle, Sung Min also followed in the same direction. Mo Huaifeng stopped after taking a few steps as he waited for Sung Min toe over. A showdown between the ADCssted for two minutes, Mo Huaifeng won with a bar of health left. Meanwhile, Ji Zhiyao had also respawned, he hurriedly rushed into the jungle to take down the little dragon with Mo Huaifeng. Yet K had been feeding too badly at the topne and Nuo also gave Lucia a kill at the bottomne. Though they managed to take down the little dragon, they did not gain much advantage in terms of gold. Both Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng even used all their abilities for that, their losses outweighed their gains. Ji Zhiyao sighed to himself deep down, then drew himself up and flew to the topne. At this point, all of the opponent yers had arrived at level 12, a whole level above K and Heng. Being a carry position as a midner, Heng was wholly restricted by Hyun Woo and could not deal any damage at all. When all of Vitas members reached level 15, Mixpletely lost the strength to fight back. The match ended at the 43rd minute, Vita clinched victory after wiping out the whole of Mix. When they failed to acquire an advantage in terms of gold after taking down the little dragon, everyone already predicted the ending of his match, hence they werent feeling too gloomy now. The problem this time wasnt a big one. For some reason, Ji Zhiyaos mentality was in a very good position, perhaps because he had already experienced the national qualifiers so he was used to not taking the oue of matches to heart. He rotated his wrists, then moved to turn his neck to stretch out. The two stats analyzers put down their clipboards at the same time by coincidence. Lee Sung Dae first asked Vita battleteam for their thoughts. They thought for a moment, Hyun Woo said with a smile, Didnt feel too smooth. Also Mix battleteam wereughing and talking the whole time, it seemed very interesting, even our members were curious about the topic of their conversations. Mo Huaifeng resignedly tranted that, the stats analyzers expression turned dark as he began to lecture them with his arms akimbo. Hows that, are all of you very happy to be bantering? The impression that you left for your opponents after a match is actually that you guys talk a lot, are all of you trying to piss me off? Seven people formed a row with their heads bowed dejectedly, the most pitiful ones were Xiao and Xiaofei, they did not y in the match but still had to bear the scolding. After nagging at them for some time, the stats analyzer finally calmed down and expressed hisst line withment. All of you are in a rebelling phase together, you should just drive me to my grave. The stats analyzer rolled his eyes, then continued to ask, Since hed asked the question, I want to ask all of you too. How about you guys, what thoughts do you have towards ying against Vita? K was the first to speak. My individual ability is still not there. I was totally suppressed by Sung Min and Qee, otherwise we would not have lost this match. Ji Zhiyao thought for a while and said, Our executing abilities and team work are alsocking slightly. I should have promptly gone to the topne when K asked me for help, but I was toote. Mo Huaifeng had always been the excellent model who rarely made mistakes and naturally did not say anything. Nuo scratched his head. I... I baited too hard and let myself get pulled in. The stats analyzer twitched the corner of his lips. What? Nuo added, And I identally snatched Captains first red buff. Mo Huaifeng snickered coldly. Nuo aggrievedly shrunk his neck, not daring to say anymore. The stats analyzer was enraged and at the same time, slightly confused. You did it again! If youre going to take Captains buff everyday, why not you just be an ADC yourself! Which minute was that? Why didnt I see it? When the buff creep was left with a trace of help I went close, the buff effect was distributed to me. Asking for a beating! He lifted his clipboard and mercilessly gave Nuo several hits on his head. Nuo eximed in pain, then held his head and kept quiet. Then it was Hengs turn. I... I think Im still fine. Youre still fine? Are you attached to our Yao-gods body? I... Ji Zhiyao chimed in, Exactly! Trashy midner! The stats analyzer lectured each of them one by one, then said to Mo Huaifeng, Captain, please tell analyzer Lee Sung Dae that we will analyze the stats first and let the members train on their own for now. Mo Huaifeng nodded his head lightly, then tranted his words for Lee Sung Dae. Lee Sung Dae nodded, and went to a side with the stats analyzer, holding their clipboards, muttering away in twonguages. Mo Huaifeng then spoke to Vitas captain, Hyun Woo, Hyun Woo nodded and gathered the rest to continue with training. Mo Huaifeng instructed as well, Lets continue with training. Hence everyone in Mix also returned to their seats and sat down. As he had spoken to Mo Huaifeng a few days ago about developing himself in the direction of the speed ss style, but was familiarizing himself with the Korean servers the whole time and could not find time for his training, Ji Zhiyao decided to try it himself now since this was a rare period of free time. He first created an alternate ount in the Korean servers, then queued to match up for a ranked match. The position that he picked was still jungler, but once the match began, he did not buy a jungle knife and instead first purchased a pair of elerated boots. After managing to earn some gold, Ji Zhiyao bought another pair of boots. With the second pair, he could feel an obvious increase in his speed and was slightly unustomed. Both teams peacefully developed for a few minutes, then his midner decided to start a team fight in the middlene and sent a signal to gather. Ji Zhiyaos speed was the fastest and was the first to rush over, then used his ultimate ability to stun the opponents. Yet as he was moving too quickly, Ji Zhiyao made a mistake in calcting his range of attack and missed by a bit, failing to stun the opponentspletely. The opposing midner grabbed the chance to turn the tide, while Ji Zhiyaos damage wasnt high enough and had yet to react, the reversal was boosted, he killed him right away. Ji Zhiyao was in slight despair. Why had he never realized that any changes in speed would have such a great influence in calcting the attack distance? Ji Zhiyao stared at the ck and white screen, after respawning, he rushed recklessly into the jungle once again. Then, bought his third pair of elerated boots. After the third pair of boots, the feeling of being out of control became even more evident. Ji Zhiyao would either identally move past his target or identally miss when using his abilities. Towards the end, someone from his own team sent lines and lines of Korean in the public chat. Ji Zhiyao could not understand and guessed that it probably wasnt anything nice and so decided against getting Mo Huaifeng toe read it for him. He bought normal equipment after his third pair of boots. After slightly adapting to the speed of his champion, he could finally y almost normally and took two kills, barely defending his honor as a professional yer. The regr match ended, Ji Zhiyao was so exhausted that he was perspiring all over. He stood up, left the training room and went to the kitchen to get a bottle of water. Chapter 191 Chapter 191: Untitled Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios As he walked, Ji Zhiyao was still pondering over where he wasgging. Being deep in his thoughts as he walked, he almost knocked in Hyun Woo who was also getting water. Ji Zhiyao smiled apologetically, then used English and gestures to apologize. Hyun Woo smiled, saying its okay, then asked, Yao, are you getting used to ying in Korean servers? This question was a little sudden, Ji Zhiyao was slightly surprised, but still replied after giving it some thought. Quite alright, feels like after familiarizing myself with it for a few days, it is not as difficult as I imagined it to be. Sometimes its really hard to believe that youve been ying professionally for less than two years, your adaptability is strong and your individual capability is good too. The pace at which Hyun Woo was speaking was slightly slow, but his intonation was veryfortable to listen to. Mix battleteams internal atmosphere is great too, you guys are at the top of the list amongst the China battleteams that Ive met. Ji Zhiyao was still feeling rather embarrassed when he heard the front part of his speech, then he heard Hyun Woo go on to praise his battleteam, a sense of pride welled up in him. His favorable impression of Hyun Woo was also growing. If it wasnt because he was still not as close to Hyun Woo, Ji Zhiyao would definitely be patting his shoulder and praising his taste right now... Yet Ji Zhiyao could only reply very humbly, No no, most of the China battleteams are all united and harmonious. Hyun Woo smiled, Your team is very strong too, its hard to avoid being distracted when its your first timepeting in Korean servers, its very normal that you guys could not bring out your true capabilities when going against a professional team. I look forward to when you guys are ready and pull out all the stops for another match with us. Ji Zhiyaos smile vanished as his expression became slightly solemn. Sorry, I do not agree. Vita battleteam is a professional team, so is Mix. Though were in a division that were not familiar with, the teams capability should not be affected because of that. This time, its the mistakes of us members, it does not mean that we did not do our best. We are very serious when ying everypetition, this is the basic quality of a professional yer. Hyun Woo appeared to be slightly surprised, he apologized profusely. Sorry, I didnt mean it that way. Please do not think more of it. I wont. I agreed to y a match with Qee earlier, Ive been out for some time already, I shall go back. Ji Zhiyao nodded lightly, then watched Hyun Woo leave the kitchen. When he was sure that he had left, Ji Zhiyao then rolled his eyes. He actually questioned that their attitudes werent serious? The extent of their seriousness when gaming and bantering were directly proportionate alright! Ji Zhiyao took a bottle of water from the refrigerator and chugged it. Midway, he heard his Captains voice from beside him, saying, No one is fighting you for it, drink slower. Ji Zhiyao almost choked. He put the bottle down and saw Mo Huaifeng who dont know when, had walked into the kitchen and asked, Captain, why did youe out? Mo Huaifeng also took a bottle of water from the refrigerator. To drink water. Oh. At the same time check if youve been stolen by anyone. Ji Zhiyao was confused. What? Who would steal me? Mo Huaifeng thought back to the scene from a few days ago when Hyun Woo intentionally made conversation with Ji Zhiyao and instantly felt upset all over. He snickered, Just in case. Ji Zhiyao felt that it was as if Captain and he were on different frequencies. He drank another mouthful of water, recalling Hyun Woos words from earlier, he was still a little angered. Captain, for tomorrows training we must hold Vita down and ruffle them against the ground, its best if its the kind where they end up kneeling and calling us daddies. Why? Suddenly came to your senses and realized that youve been too nice to the opponents? Bullsh*t! Its because Hyun Woo bbered about a lot to me just now, I think he had seriously questioned the professional attitudes of China eSports. Why is he everywhere? Mo Huaifeng frowned in displeasure, Ji Zhiyao did not hear him clearly and leaned over to ask, What, Captain what did you say? Mo Huaifeng pulled a long face. I was telling you that its not toote to wake up now, do well in the next time wepete. Ji Zhiyao was still filled with righteous indignation. I definitely will! In a twinkling of an eye, he recalled his previous ranked match where he yed lousily and was suddenly discouraged. I tried the speed ss style earlier, feels like its really not that simple. Mo Huaifeng looked up as the corner of his lips lifted. If it was simple, such professional yers would probably be everywhere now. Yeah, youre right. Ji Zhiyao sighed and asked, looking slightly troubled, Then what should I do, I dont know how to practice that. First focus on foundational training, before you think about the others, its impossible to attain the highest level in one step. Ji Zhiyao agreed with that. At the bottom of it all, it was still because his own hand speed couldnt keep up with the speed of his champion. As long as his hand speed and reaction capacity bes a little more heightened, things might be different. Hence he nodded and said very confidently, Alright, then I shall train more on the colored blocks program today. Mo Huaifeng made an mm sound, holding his bottle, he said, Lets go back. Okay. Both of them walked into the training room together. Both of the stats analyzer still seemed to be in discussion, the way they were squatted in the corner looked especially simr to two huge mushrooms growing... Ji Zhiyao chucked silently, then returned to his own seat, put on his ear-mic andunched the colored blocks program. This time, he trained on it continuously for one and a half hours, his results also went from yesterdays 20 something seconds to 33 seconds today. He was advancing really quickly, Ji Zhiyao thought to himself, feeling very satisfied. If he continued like this, in a few days time, he would be surpassing Captain and going right for A.K.. Wonderful. At this time, the two stats analyzers finally arrived at an oue from their discussion. Lee Sung Dae called all five Vita members to a side, the stats analyzer also gathered the seven people from Mix together. Holding his clipboard, he read out fiercely, From tomorrow onwards, K and Heng, on top of normal training hours, both of you are to train for an extra two hours. This day still arrived after all. Yet in the match earlier, it was indeed the both of them who had the most problems surface. It could also be said that, within Mix, they were weaker links. Training an extra two hours was something that they ought to do. They did not feel any indignation, only feeling a slight urge to sob. Just when the both of them brothers in trouble were hugging each other and the others happily taking pleasure in their misfortune, Ji Zhiyao suddenly heard the stats analyzer call him. NoHomo, you too. The others were also very dumbfounded. The stats analyzer rolled his eyes. Captain has already talked to me, and also agreed to you training extra. As to why you have to, you should know it yourself? The corner of Ji Zhiyaos lips twitched. I do I do. Wasnt it to train his hand speed and response, he knew that, why did he have to mention Captain all the time. Would he not listen if Captain wasnt brought out? He was totally underestimating him! But the other team mates still did not know what was going on. Xiao asked, Old Ning, my boy yed pretty well, what exactly is wrong? Chapter 192 Chapter 192: Untitled Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The stats analyzer was about to say something when Mo Huaifeng spoke, He feels that there are some problems with his ying style that requires more training to try to adjust it around. Xiao responded with an oh and looked towards Ji Zhiyao with absolute sympathy. The thing about ying style was that it differed ording to person, at their level, certain fine details can only be felt by the yer himself, and would rely on himself to adjust it slowly, others were of no help. Hence Ji Zhiyao who now held thebel of having problems with his ying style obediently received the attention from his team mates, holding back the urge to roll his eyes, he faked a professional smile. I will work hard, all the best, all the best! ... A monthter Vita battleteam moved out of the vi. Because Mix still had two months of training schedule in Korea, the club contacted Yuan Wei and instructed him to extend the rent of the vi for another two months, till the battleteam returned home. In this month, for both Mix and Vita, the things that they had gained were much more than they had imagined. The win rate between the two teams had also changed from the initial 40-60, Mix against Vita, to Mix steadily winning over Vita. With regards to this, both Park Jun Ji and Lee Sung Dae were utterly dejected. Yet no matter how hard they worked, to the point of extending the entire teams training duration by two hours, they did not see much effect. Whereas on Mixs side, Heng and K had finally stabilized and didnt fumble as often. As for Ji Zhiyao, after a month with extra training, his hand speed was now of not much difference with Mo Huaifeng. His timing for the colored blocks program had also increased to a good 50 seconds; as for speed ss, with practice, he had established a fixed pattern. As the first stage of their training officially ended, after a discussion, the coach and stats analyzer decided to give all of them a two day break. The inte-addicted youths who had been waking up early for a month chose to sleep in all the way on the first day. At 11:30 AM Ji Zhiyao reluctantly crawled out of bed, showered and changed into fresh clothes. When he went downstairs, it was already 12 PM. On the first level, Xiaofei was the only person awake and was sitting on the sofa stroking the cat. This cat was brought by Yuan Wei from the streets yesterday, it was a rather healthy orange tabby, but it was not chubby like other orange tabbies and was instead rather skinny. Ji Zhiyao walked to the water dispenser to get some water, while asking, Why are you up so early? Xiaofei was still quite dazed. Couldnt fall back asleep once it was time so I came down to sit for a while. Youve gotten your body clock set. Ji Zhiyao walked over and dropped onto the sofa. Comee, let me hold the cat. Xiaofei lifted Oranges two front legs, looking especially clumsy. Ji Zhiyao wanted tough seeing that and reached out to receive Orange. You cant hold it like that, be careful that it might scratch you. Once he ended his sentence, Ji Zhiyaos wrist was scratched by a certain uncooperative Orange. Brother are you alright? Ji Zhiyao was confused as he stared at his own wrist that sported a red scar. Its not like I pinched it, why did it scratch me? By the way, did Yuan Wei give this cat a vine? It was brought back justst night, what do you think? Damn it. He looked down at Orange, yet an innocent sparkle shone in both of its eyes,pletely rascal-like, as if meaning to say its nothing to do with me my paw was just itchy I didnt mean to scratch you, it was virtually a demon... Ji Zhiyao had no way out and lifted it. Youre pretending to be good now, what did you do earlier? Meow! Dont think that acting cute will be of any use! Meow meow meow! Im straight... This isnt going to work with me! Meooow Forget it, youre good, stop meowing. Ill take you to go get vinated. Ji Zhiyao thought about it, the vet at the pet hospital might not know English, it would be more convenient to drag his Captain along. Hence he first ced Orange onto the sofa and told Xiaofei, Fei, Ill go wake Captain up to go to get Orange a vine with me, you watch it for now. Xiaofei nodded, and gripped Oranges scruff that determined its fate again. Sure brother, Ill wait for you downstairs. Hence Ji Zhiyao went up the stairs, going to the third level and swiftly rushing to Mo Huaifengs door to knock on it. It took a good five minutes before there was a stir from inside, an exceptionally annoyed Shut up, get lost. Ji Zhiyao just refused to buy this rejection. Captain open up! It instantly became quiet inside. A few secondster, the door opened. Mo Huaifeng muttered with a grumpy face. What are you pulling so early in the morning? Damn you yer, I came to wake you up and you said Im fooling around? Mo Huaifeng scratched his head, as if realizing that his tone hadnt been very nice, hence he eased up slightly and asked, What are you waking me up for? Arent you sleepy? Ive woken up. Getting you to apany me to go get Orange vinated. Ji Zhiyao grinned at Mo Huaifeng, Mo Huaifeng took a nce at him then shut the door expressionlessly. Mo Huaifeng shouted behind the door, Im sleeping, you can go alone. Ji Zhiyao yelled in exasperation, Do you believe that Ill go out now and find a little Korean sister who is fair with long legs and propose to her on the spot? With a bang, the door before him opened again. Mo Huaifeng chided, Have you any civic-mindedness? Could not disturb the others from sleeping? I shall take on this difficult task and apany you. Though Mo Huaifeng was wearing an evil-stepmothers face, looking super unwilling, he was still very happy that he had achieved his goal. Hence Ji Zhiyao was back to feeling very pleased once more. Ill go take a seat downstairs, Captain do hurry up. Mo Huaifengs expression waszy, but there was a vague trace of a smile in his eyes. Got it. Ji Zhiyao headed downstairs and sat back in the same spot, fighting with Xiaofei over who could stroke Orange. By the time Mo Huaifeng came down, it was already 20 minutester. Ji Zhiyao was about to doze off hugging Orange. Hearing someone on the steps, he quickly opened his eyes. Captain, youre really slow. How fast do you want me to be? Mo Huaifeng nced at him. Still sitting there? Arent we going? Ji Zhiyao quickly stood up, he patted Oranges butt, then said, Lets go. Before leaving, Ji Zhiyao had wanted to grab a cap for himself, but then thought that, he had no fame in Korea, there was nothing to cover up for, hence he left after changing his shoes. The end-of-March weather was evidently much better. Though still cold, it wasnt as unbearable as it was in winter. Mo Huaifeng walked, then suddenly turned back and looked at Orange who waspletely wrapped up in his clothes by Ji Zhiyao and asked, Why did you want to get it vinated all of a sudden, you want to keep it? I wouldnt mind, its quite cute. Ji Zhiyao said, Its mainly because I was scratched by it earlier when I was downstairs, it might be quite troublesome if it ys around and gives someone a deep scratch next time. Chapter 193

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Mo Huaifeng stopped in his step, frowning. It scratched you? Yeah. But it was very mild, just two red lines. Mo Huaifengs brows rxed. Serves you right for provoking it. What has it got to do with me? It was Xiaofei who provoked Orange! Then why did it scratch you? How would I know? Shall I ask it on your behalf? Ji Zhiyao bowed his head and shook Oranges paw. Orange, were asking you, why did you scratch me, is it because Im too good-looking? Orange kicked its little short legs twice and didnt even meow, seeming like it didnt really want to give him any attention. Mo Huaifeng snickered. Its saying that youre ugly. Youre bullsh*tting! Say that again. Ji Zhiyao was frightened again and attempted to change the topic by asking, Captain, where are you walking to now? You know the way to the pet hospital? There were fewer taxis back there, Im finding a spot to g a taxi. With a darting nce, Mo Huaifeng happened to g one down. It was inconvenient for Ji Zhiyao as he was carrying a cat, he opened the car door for Ji Zhiyao. Get in. Ji Zhiyao grinned and climbed in. Thanks Captain. Mo Huaifeng also got on, then spoke briefly to the driver. The taxi began to drive off in the opposite direction. In about ten minutes, the taxi stopped. Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyao alighted. They were outside a store, on its signboard were pictures of cats and dogs that made it look especially adorable. Mo Huaifeng pushed open the door, Ji Zhiyao entered, following behind him. As it was a weekday, there werent many people in the pet hospital. Orange seemed to have gotten a sense and began to wriggle restlessly. Ji Zhiyao grabbed its paw. Orange behave, after the vination Ill buy you little dried fish. Oranges restless meowing instantly ceased. Ji Zhiyao didnt manage to hold back as he was being red at by Oranges dewy eyes, and gave him several more rubs. Mo Huaifeng turned back and caught this scene, the corner of his lips twitched as he said, Wait for me here, give me a moment. Ji Zhiyao nodded in agreement. Then watched as Mo Huaifeng walked to the front desk and asked something, then went to the payment counter to get a chit and paid at the same time... In about ten minutes time, Mo Huaifeng returned. Vination is on the right side, lets go. Both of them entered the consultation room. The room was decorated to be very pink and delicate and looked especially adorable. Mo Huaifeng handed the chit over, the vet dressed in white gown said something then scooped Orange who was in Ji Zhiyaos arms away... Orange foresaw that a disaster was imminent and meowed very tragically. Ji Zhiyao did not really have the heart to let it happen, but the thought of someone possibly getting a deep enough scratch from Orange made him harden his heart, he warned Orange, Stop purring, no matter how you continue to purr I wont take you away from this! Mo Huaifeng thought to himself, a man and a cat could actually stillmunicate... Ji Zhiyao was really damn cute. Yet all Ji Zhiyao had in his heart was his Orange. He saw the vet bring out a new injecting syringe after pulling on his gloves, then drew out the liquid medicine in a small bottle... till this point, Ji Zhiyao grew afraid and didnt dare to continue watching, he looked towards the ceiling. Then, he heard a tragic meowing from Orange. The ones who heard it were saddened and the ones who watched it wept. Ji Zhiyao carried the listless Orange and walked out of the pet hospital, in the course of it he continuously rubbed its underside, hoping to make it meow, yet a look of wishing for death was written all over Master Oranges face. It didnt even want to look at Ji Zhiyao. Ji Zhiyao was dejected. Captain, do you think Orange has depression? Ive never heard about any orange tabbies that became depressed from a vination. He might just be the first. Virtually too tragic, suffering by himself but made history amongst orange tabbies. Ji Zhiyao bbered as he walked. Why dont we take him out to y, create a happy environment for it. Mo Huaifeng was speechless. This is your actual objective. Dont make it sound so crude please, Im obviously doing it for Oranges good. Okay. I will just ask if you want to go on a date or not! Mo Huaifeng kept it in a for a long time before replying, I do. Ji Zhiyao was instantly gleeful. Then what else is there to say, lets go. Because Ji Zhiyao had a slight craving for steak, both of them, together with Orange, took a cab to the nearest Western restaurant. Before entering, Ji Zhiyao sneakily stuffed Orange into his coat, then pulled up the zipper. Mo Huaifengs temples hurt as he watched. What are you doing? Im afraid that they wont let us bring pets in, our Orange is so obedient, it doesnt pee or poop randomly, neither would it create trouble, I dont feel at ease leaving it outside. Dont you think you look like a pervert that steals cats? Ji Zhiyao blurted out without a thought. Youre the perverted one! Ji Zhiyao looked down at his bulging belly, then said contentedly, Alright, lets go in. Who knew what the server would think, seeing Ji Zhiyao with a huge stomach, all Mo Huaifeng could think of was to push him a little further away, then prove to everyone that he did not know him. They were finally seated and gave their orders. Once the server left, Ji Zhiyao could feel Orange moving about continuously in his clothes. He reached to unbutton the top two buttons, then a furry head popped out from his clothes. From Mo Huaifengs point of view, Ji Zhiyao and Orange looked at each other briefly, then they both turned to stare at him. Utterly adorable. Some thoughts stirred in him, Mo Huaifeng suddenly stood up, leaned half his body over and gave Ji Zhiyao a peck. Ji Zhiyao was first dazed, then became aware that this was in public and was so frightened that he quickly looked left and right. There were actually a few tables of diners not too far from them, but it seemed like no one was looking at them. Ji Zhiyao could not help but sigh in relief, then tightened his hold on the little cat before his tummy and then criticized, Captain, could you not pull such cheesy moves out of the blue? Please take into consideration that were in public? This is Korea. People who recognized who they were, were literally non-existent. That seemed to be how it was. Then Ji Zhiyao stopped talking. They sat in silence for some time and Ji Zhiyao yed with Orange for a bit too, when he saw the server walking over with the steaks from afar, he then quickly stuffed Orange back into his clothes. Yet because his actions were a little hurried and probably hurt Orange, Orange gave him a harsh scratch through his clothes. Pain pain pain! Mo Huaifeng pursed his lips. The waiter who had arrived at their table stared at him, speechless. The server put down their steaks with aplicated look, then left after a slight bow. The server probably couldnt understand the string of Chinese that he had blurted. Ji Zhiyao thought secretly. He finished his lunch while holding his cat with great difficulty. After settling the bill and leaving the restaurant, Mo Huaifeng asked, Where else do you want to go? I feel like going back to the vi to sleep. Mo Huaifeng instantly lookedplicatedly at him, as if he was looking at some unpardonable criminal. Didnt you say this was a date? Chapter 194

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao yed with his fingertips solemnly. yed with the cat together, ate lunch together, isnt it already counted? Mo Huaifengughed coldly. I think youre asking for a beating. Ji Zhiyao coughed guilty, then showed off his miserable stage, Captain you see, Ive been doing extra training for a month, and we have to continue with training tomorrow. I can finallyze in for a day... Mo Huaifeng tugged a corner of his lips, then grumbled reluctantly after a good while, Dont wake me up next time. I refuse! Why was he so mischievous! Two people and a cat took a taxi back to the vi. The moment they entered, Yuan Wei rushed out anxiously, then took Orange from Ji Zhiyaos arms. Oh my darling, I missed you to death. His clingy manner thoroughly disgusted Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng. Ji Zhiyao could not help but tease him, Yuan Wei, dont you feel that you are bing more and more gay? Take a look at yourself before talking about me! Yuan Wei was especially contented to be ying with Orange. Well I was worried that if you go out with Captain, this heartless mutt, you will end up losing my Orange. Didnt Xiaofei say that both of you brought Orange to get vinated, will it take so long to get vinated? Are you getting a vine or making a vine? Why are you such a busybody, are we not permitted to have some privacy? Excuse me? You! Youre good, get lost, dont let me see you again! Ji Zhiyao grinned as he faced Yuan Wei, Yet you still have to see me every day. How infuriating. Ji Zhiyao was done messing around and turned back to tell Mo Huaifeng, Captain, Im going upstairs to sleep, remember to wake me up for dinner. Alright. Then Ji Zhiyao bounded up the stairs, entered his own room and shut the door. Find a change of clothes, shower, sleep. Wonderful. ... [Title: Holy f*ck I found a shocking scandal! Who said that Bugs midner was the only gay in the eSports scene! Photos and the truth here, quicklye take a look! Im really stunned, I dont even know what Im saying now, Impletely incoherent... Let me draw out the links properly for everyone. As I am especially fond of a pet blogger, I followed his IG through Weibo. I logged onto IG with a sudden impulse yesterday and realized that the blogger had just posted about a week before, a set of photos from his trip in Korea, so I tapped into in, and ended finding the two male leads in the photos especially familiar... Werent they the ADC and jungler of the team who clinched the champion spot of the national qualifiers! To avoid making any blunders, I first saved the photos, then went to find all sorts of photos of them taken by passers-by, those shared by fans and advertisements... After two days ofparison, it is finally confirmed that the two people in the photos are really who I thought they were! Here are the photos forparison [image] [image] [image] I am still not buying this... Because though there is a cult on Weibo supporting the Windy couple and also fan fictions, but as public figures, professional yers should not behave like this, no matter what... How can they like men, and then lie to the fans and behave so openly about it? Hence I began to go through various old videos... Here are a few of the cuts [GIF] [GIF] [GIF] [GIF] [GIF] The more cuts were edited, the colder my heart became! Damn, if someone were to tell me these two werent a pair I wont believe it at all! Fi is known for being aloof in the eSports scene, when else have you seen him smile at his other teammates that way! Ahhhh I have already gone mad! I was quite fond of these two at first, but with such a scandal... Though the fans loved to ship them together, it isnt really telling them to get into a gay rtionship! I am already at a loss for words, I shall go calm down first. F*ck!] [1stment: F*ck f*ck f*ck f*ck ahhh why? I barely managed to ept myself continuing to be a fan of Mix who have violent tendencies and theyre pulling such a thing now? Excuse me? An actual gay rtionship is thoroughly sickening!] [2ndment: Oh... Now I know who Yaos backer is. Turns out to be Fi-god. My apologies, my apologies.] [3rdment: [pukes] oh damn Im so grossed out. If OP had not found about them who knew when these two disgusting gods would continue lying to the fans till, I actually liked the both of them previously? F*ck! Get out of the eSports scene!] [4thment: I must say, their looks are still very matching.] [5thment: Would the China eSports Association allow such people to represent China? Putting them out there is bringing shame to the Chinese!] [6thment: [pukes] ] ... The mes on Tieba continued to spread to Weibo, many people reposted OPs post, then added the hashtag #YaoFi Mix battleteam get out of the eSports scene. Very quickly, they became the number trending search. The battleteam waspeting in the training room when Yuan Wei suddenly received a call. When he returned after taking the call, his entire face was alreadypletely pale, he breathed out slowly, Something has happened. By the time everyone got the whole story from Yuan Wei, every person wore a grave expression. Especially Ji Zhiyao, his face was like a gray wall. Theyd really had photos taken... He and Captain werent like how the people outside put them to be at all; with the unspoken rules and assh*le deals, they were evidently a very normal couple. They also were not intending to lie to anyone, instead they wanted to wait till the international league ended before they go public. But it wasnt time now, the international league had not started, their training hadnt even ended! Yuan Wei said, The incident has been blown up, The club has now prepared for the worst, the battleteam will lose 90% of its fans, and because of the adverse influence, China eSports Association might recall Mixs qualification to participate in the international league and hand it over to Tall Boots battleteam. Anyway Captain calls the shots in the club, we dont need any other sponsors, so having fans or not doesnt affect us much. Now the clubs only worry is our spot in the international league. If it really gets recalled by the association, then our championship would have been in vain, we still have to participate in the breakout from the start. Silence fell over the living room. Nuo suddenly spoke, Well do just that. With our capabilities, isnt a spot in the international league already in our hands? Heng agreed. Exactly. Though Nuo is usually rather infuriating when he speaks, he is right on point this time. I believe that Captain and NoHomo didnt mean it too, we all know how careful they usually are. Who would have thought that they could still be photographed in Korea? If it were me I would not have expected it too. Xiao was next. I agree with these two mutts and I unconditionally support Captain and my boy. K grinned. Oh dear, even though it would be very tiring topete but to climb up from the bottom to turn the tables and give those chattering b*tches a few tight ps across the face, just the thought of it makes me feel good! Xiaofei murmured quietly, No objections, liking someone is liking someone, we cant use gender to measure that. When Xiaofei finished speaking, everyone looked towards him, Xiaofei was a little confused and stuttered, What? Did I say anything wrong? Chapter 195 Chapter 195: Untitled Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The stats analyzer smiled. Nope. The atmosphere eased up slightly. Ji Zhiyao felt as if something was stuck in his throat, he wanted to speak but just could not... He tried for a long time, before he found his voice, low and hoarse together with his forced smile. Im doomed, I would have to work like a horse for all of you in the future. Nuo teased. Thats not necessary for you, Im actually looking forward to Captain ving for me. Mo Huaifeng nced at him and suddenly smiled. Nuo was terrified. What the f*ck? Captain smiled at me, its not the youre dead Im killing you kind of evil smile when I steal his buff but a friendly smile, oh mummy Im so scared! Mo Huaifeng paused for a moment and said, Sorry. Everyone was stunned. Hengs reaction was the fastest, he pulled out his phone right away. Captain repeat yourself! Damn, Mix battleteams Captain, Fi-god actually apologized openly. Virtually echoes the saying, the longer you live, the more things you see, I will feel terrible all over if I dont have this on video! You asking for a beating? Heng instantly straightened up, not forgetting to be cheeky at the same time. This tone sounds more familiar. Mo Huaifeng nced resignedly at him, then brought out his phone, dialled a number and left it on speaker on the table. With the exception of Yuan Wei who caught sight of the number and knew that this was a call to Mix clubs current general manager, everyone else was very confused. The call was picked up very quickly, the general managers exasperated voice came through the receiver. You trash youre still calling me? Ahhhhh youre pissing me off! China eSports Associations person-in-charge just called me to ask what was going on, our Weibo ount is also blowing up and you have the nerve to contact me now?! Are they paying you or am I paying you? The general manager instantly went quiet. You. Whats the associations stance? The general manager started to talk. They were just continuously telling me useless things, anyway they just mean to say that since weve already gone out of line, its not too much of them if they give our spot away. Mo Huaifeng frowned. Just take the video of our match back then and the agreement from the eSports Association and go to their main office to talk. If they are still persisting in their decision, well see them in court. Its not too good to be so unyielding. Brother, although you fear nothing and no one, you must also know, if the China eSports Association strikes us off their list, we wont be considered as a Chinese battleteam anymore. No matter how well we ce at the international league, it will be useless. Everyone in the living room stared at each other. They had to admit, there was nothing wrong with what the general manager said. But their final goal was to put Chinese eSports on the international stage. If their team was not even considered one of Chinas, wouldnt it be a joke? Mo Huaifeng calmed down. Negotiate with them first. If nothing goes well, you must ensure that they retain our right to fight for the spot ourselves. Alright, dont worry, no problem. I definitely can do that. Find the very first blogger who posted the photos on IG, send awyers letter. Huh? Its an invasion of privacy. He ought to be punished. The general manager tsk-ed twice. Youre obviously taking personal revenge- Before he finished speaking, Mo Huaifeng hung up. Then exined expressionlessly, Hes too noisy. The others wore awkward yet polite smiles. Yes, yes. Mo Huaifeng frowned. Our schedule after this remains unchanged, lets first focus on training. And once again, Im sorry. Alright alright, lets all not say these useless things yeah. Yuan Wei waved his hands. Apologizing here and there, are we ever going to be done? Kids, remove Weibo and Tieba from your phones for now, all those bored haters online are waiting to catch you guys online, dont let them affect your mood to train. Everyone agreed and very obediently took out their phones, then uninstalled those two hindering apps... Only Ji Zhiyao, before he did so, his fingers twitched, wanting to open the apps and see exactly what people were saying about him Captain. Yet just as he moved, Mo Huaifeng caught sight, reached out and took his phone away. Dont look. Ji Zhiyao found it slightly hard to hold back. Ill just take one look, dont worry it definitely wont affect me. Be good, dont look. Ji Zhiyao shut up obediently. Then nodded his head. ... As the news of Heroes National Qualifiers champion battleteams Captain and jungler reserve are gay and are a couple set off a huge stir locally, the entire Mix battleteam was overseas for training and managed to evade public opinion. And, in their own way, dealt the watching crowd a blow. Mix club sentwyers letters and sued the blogger who was the first to post the photos and the subsequent marketing ounts who were the most active in reposting the news. Not onewsuit was lost. And, on the day after they won thewsuits, their official ount updated with such a post. [Mix Battleteam OfficialV: To all the fans who have been concerned with and caring for Mix battleteam: Hello. Firstly, we are very thankful for your concern towards the rtionship between Captain Fi-god and jungler reserve Yao. Mix club, as the headquarters of Mix Battleteam, managing their daily work on their behalf, has always ced Mix battleteamspetition results and contribution to Chinese eSports at the top priority. And a matter for rejoicing is that regarding this, Mix battleteam has never let the club and local fans down. So much so that Mix battleteam clinched Chinas first spot into the international league, our Captain has also ced 3rd on the international ranks, an unprecedented achievement in China. For that, we are very honored. At the same time, we must also express that without the halo, Mix battleteam is merely a regr Chinese eSports battleteam. Everyone in the team is still young, they each have their own lives, they dedicate most of their time to eSports and do so without a murmur. They are public figures, only because of their career. As such, the club believes that, the club also does not have any right to interfere with the life that members have chosen for themselves. We hope every fan can be clear on what is most important for an eSports battleteam. Its results. As long as the results are good and he is a professional yer who has not vited professional ethics and basic principles as a human, he is worthy of being liked. Mix battleteam has always upheld this as our criterion and will continue to do in the future. We sincerely advise all the fans, dont let your love be a restraint. From all the members of Mix battleteam.] Once this post was put up, the official ount disabled thements section and ignored all thements from others online. Lots of people were all cursing that Mixs official ount had already been controlled by Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyao, they arepletely unable to express any useful opinions. There were all sorts ofments and each sounded more unpleasant than the previous. Yet the entire Mix team far away in Korea had already uninstalled all the apps that would allow them to have contact with the foolishizens and couldnt see anything, so they were totally unaffected. Chapter 196

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Although they werent in good moods, they still kept up with training every day until Yuan Wei brought more news into the training room. Its been confirmed that our spot has been taken by Tall Boots. Yuan Wei said with a long face. eSports Association sent out the notice today. But the fortune out of the misfortune is that we retained the right to participate in the international qualifiers. If we want to get in, the only way is to fight for it by ourselves. Though they already had a premonition beforehand, but everyone was still a little upset when the decision was finalized. Nuo muttered, All is great now, Tall Boots wins so easily, they get a spot directly without any work, this is literally a new level of luck. We dont even know if they had a part in spreading hatefulments about us. Heng elbowed him. Alright, thats enough. Xiaoye is not such a person at all. Nuo shut up. Ji Zhiyao stared at the screen before him. Colored blocks swung to and fro, his eyes were a little sore. The worse scenario still took ce after all. They had been stripped of their spot, this also means that, afterpleting their entire overseas training, they only had less than ten days to prepare for the international leagues qualifiers. Then in a months time, they have topete with the other 79 battleteams from all over the world and get a cing in the top 10% to sessfully qualify for the international league. This would be a very difficult fight. Ji Zhiyao tugged a corner of his lips, the me in his heart was almost suffocating him. As he was distracted, the colored blocks round before him ended in less than 20 seconds. Ji Zhiyao pulled off his headphones, then said, Ill go get water. The others all acknowledged it nkly. Ji Zhiyao walked out of the training, opened the fridge in the kitchen and brought out a bottle of water, then downed it in one go. Finishing one bottle, he pulled out a second bottle. ... A.K stood up. You guys are here. Mo Huaifeng nodded. Yes, were here, waited for a long time? A.K shook his head. I just arrived not too long ago, when I sent you a text Id just sat down in the room. This is the jungler that you mentioned is trying out the speed ss style? He looks very young. Yes. Oh yes, I still have to introduce you, he is my boyfriend. What? Mo Huaifeng nodded. A.K suddenly burst intoughter. You rascal, your temper is still as bad, I really dont know how your boyfriend can tolerate you. What are you saying! Im warning you, our rtionship is great, dont tell him such things. A.K scoffed and nced at the bewildered and confused Ji Zhiyao. Quicklye in with your boyfriend, are you waiting for me to be surrounded by people here? A has-been jungler, what right do you have to be saying that before a current internationally known yer, where did you get your guts? A.K let out a yah and waved his fist at him. I think youre purely asking for a beating, how dare you be so impolite when speaking to an elder. Mo Huaifeng smiled and ignored A.K. Instead, he held Ji Zhiyaos hand and switched to Chinese to tell him, Lets go in, dont just stand here. Ji Zhiyao quickly turned around to close the door. Yes yes yes! We must not let anyone else see the great A.K else we wont be able to get out of here after this. Mo Huaifengs feelings suddenly became slightlyplicated. Hes not as popr as you think, Im obviously more well-known than him. Ji Zhiyao stared at him with a look like he was staring at a fool. Captain, I think you forgot to take your pills before you left the house, lets not mention that were in Korea, even if its China, the number of people who can recognize the great A.K would be more than the number of people who recognize you. Damn it. If A.K wasnt amusedly watching there from the side, he would certainly teach Ji Zhiyao a lesson. Both of them walked in. Mo Huaifeng had wanted to sit opposite A.K together with Ji Zhiyao, yet Ji Zhiyao only had eyes for his idol and tottered towards the seat that was the closest to his idol. Mo Huaifeng instant looked towards A.Kplicatedly, A.K grinned and spoke as if he was gloating over his misfortune, Your boyfriend has great taste. Shut up. I refuse to. Hence A.K lifted his lips into the kindest smile, then said to Ji Zhiyao using choppy Chinese, Hello. Ji Zhiyao was so agitated that he stood up with a whoosh and continuously bowed as he greeted A.K, Hello senior A.K, very pleased to meet you. Im Ji Zhiyao, the jungler reserve of Mix battleteam. Ive always admired you, I didnt expect to have the chance to interact closely with you today. Mo Huaifeng said snidely, What are you saying so much for? He only knows the phrase hello. Ji Zhiyao was dazed for a moment, then grinned. Its fine its fine, Im sure senior can understand my expression. A.K indeed could not understand, after nodding at Ji Zhiyao, he turned to ask Mo Huaifeng, What did he say? Mo Huaifeng replied him with a serious look, He said you look ugly, he was criticizing you, Ive never heard him curse much. Since you put it this way, then he must have beenplimenting me. Son, get a mirror and take a look at your expression now, you want to lie to me? Youre still too inexperienced. Damn it. At this time the sliding door was pushed open, a server entered, holding a tray with his body slightly bowed, then knelt as he moved all the dishes on it to the table before leaving and closing the door. A.K gestured, I ordered these earlier, their soybean paste stew is really not bad, lets eat as we talk. Mo Huaifeng agreed with an mm, then said softly to Ji Zhiyao, Lets eat first. Okay. He was originally unustomed to eating Korean food, yet A.K was right before him, the light from his idol had covered everything else. Ji Zhiyao thoroughly enjoyed his food and even did not forget to muse, This is indeed a restaurant that my idol likes, the food is absolutely delicious. Seeing his ttering manner that insisted on all the praises despite thenguage barrier, Mo Huaifeng started to regret his decision of bringing him to meet A.K today. Damn it, he was getting pissed off today. A.K took a mouthful of the stew and asked, So whats your purpose ining today? I dont believe that youing with your boyfriend is for something as simple as treating me to a meal. Theres indeed something that I need to beg for your help. Beg? You actually used this word, seems like things definitely arent as simple. Tell me about it, if I can be of help, I wont reject. Other than you, no one else can help. Mo Huaifeng lifted his eyes. Hes practicing the speed ss style, both of you are junglers, you should be able to give him some experience. A.K almost choked on a mouthful of soup. Though Ji Zhiyao could not understand their conversation, but seeing his own idol in trouble, he quickly poured a cup of water for him. A.K downed the water, then said, Honestly speaking, its been so many years and Ive yet to see anyone else other than you who wants to practice the speed ss style, what is he thinking? He wants to try a whole new, untried style, I felt that it might be very suitable for him, thats why were here. Chapter 197

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios How do you want me to help? Its impossible that I take him by the hand and teach him. Whats more, this requires a certain gift. Even if I do teach him, he might not be able to master it. Fi, you do know how many eSports yers I guided in the year after I retired. What was the oue, the only one that can be put out there is Boxer, and even he has yet to grasp everything and only managed to learn some superficial stuff. He is different. Very talented and hardworking. Hes only yed professionally for 18 months and has already managed to make it to no. 39 on the international rankings based on a fewpetitions. Of course, if he had participated in morepetitions before the rankings were renewed, I believe his ranking would definitely be higher than this. Besides, youve always held speed ss style in esteem. A.K, we can no longer see the shadow of speed ss style on the internationalpeting stage. Dont you regret that? A.K was stunned. Then a moment of silence fell over them. Ji Zhiyao secretly took several peeks at the two, then decided to lower his head and continue to eat his own food. Anyways he could not understand anything and there was anguage barrier, even if he were dissuade their argument, A.K would not understand him. A.K sighed deeply, then said, Youre right, I do feel very regretful. But I do not know if your boyfriend is the one who can remedy my regret. Mo Huaifeng lifted the corner of his lips into a smile. A.K, how will you know if you dont try? A.K red at him and promptly gritted out, I knew it, when this person who would never take the initiative to contact me suddenly wanted to treat me to a meal yesterday, he was totally up to no good. You cant say that, Im here to deliver a disciple to you. Mo Huaifeng said, Since youre idle, why not do something meaningful? I cannot continue with this conversation, youre driving me to my grave. A.K harshly took a bite of the spicy rice cake in his bowl, as if he was venting his anger, then said, Well go to my ce after this, I must verify whether what you said is true. If Im not satisfied, no matter what you say, I will not take him in. Mo Huaifeng wore azy look. Alright. The topic of the conversation finally drew to a close and they began to eat quietly. Ji Zhiyao sent a look to Mo Huaifeng and mouthed, What did you guys talk about? Were both of you arguing? Mo Huaifeng shook his head. You will know very soon. Hence Ji Zhiyao confusedly continued to dig in. With one look at Ji Zhiyaos nk expression, A.K guessed that Mo Huaifeng had not told him anything at all and instantly felt more enraged at heart. This person was absolutely not the Fi that he used to know! How could the two words gentle and thoughtful, ever have anything to do with Fi? How many people in the eSports scene did not know that Fi was known to be bad-tempered and not to be trifled with, it didnt seem like he was any bit more thoughtful to his teammates and had always existed as a team dictator. Seems like love can really change a person. A.K bit his spoon and thought silently. The trio ate for more than half an hour, when they were more or less done, Mo Huaifeng went out to settle the bill. Leaving only Ji Zhiyao and A.K in the room. A.K looked at him, then suddenly blurted out English with slightly weird intonations. Why do you like him? Ji Zhiyao was startled by A.K and simply blinked and stared at him. A.K reached out his fingers to make the gesture of a little bit, indicating that he could only speak a little bit of English. Ji Zhiyao understood it, then thought for a moment before replying, Hes great in all aspects. This person is probably blind. The filter of love is truly scary. When Mo Huaifeng returned from settling the bill, he saw these two people seated unmoving, staring into space, the atmosphere was slightly awkward. Hence he asked Ji Zhiyao, Whats up? Captain, my idol asked me just now about what I like about you. Do you think he is trying to steal your boyfriend? Stealing his boyfriend was quite unlikely, it was probably more of wanting to find out the reason to tease him. Ji Zhiyao pretended to be in deep thought. If he is nning to, should I say yes or no? Mo Huaifeng gritted his teeth. But that doesnt sound too right. Since someone is intending to woo me, why am I not finding a prettydy to be my girlfriend right away? Ji Zhiyao! Ji Zhiyao chuckled yfully. Oh dear, dont mind me, I was just casually saying things. Mo Huaifeng was about to explode. With a turn of his head, he saw thepletely unconcealed mocking smile on A.Ks face. Mo Huaifeng expressionlessly took two steps towards him, then patted his shoulder forcefully. Ill hand everything to youter. A.K twisted his already numb shoulder about with pained cries, he felt like weeping but had no tears. This guy was still as annoying as before. After putting on their caps and mask, the three of them left the tavern. A.K reached out and gged down a taxi, then gave an address. Ji Zhiyao sat in the backseat and asked Mo Huaifeng confusedly, Captain, didnt you take me out to meet my idol? What else are we going to do? Going to take you out and sell you, are you scared? What the hell? Mo Huaifeng nced at him, deciding to stop messing with him, he exined, Werent you always unsure of how to train for your speed ss style? I got A.K to be your master to guide you. But hes not an easy person, and insisted on taking a concrete look at your handling before he makes a decision. A.K as his master?! Putting aside the fact that he was Chinese, even in Korea, there were probably only a handful of professional yers who are able to have A.K guide them closely. It went to show how much his Captain was quietly doing in the background for him... Ji Zhiyao was utterly touched. Captain, you are really good to me, I will definitely repay your great kindness. Mo Huaifeng did not understand something that could be achieved with a meal and a few words could make Ji Zhiyao so touched, yet he decided to keep all that to himself, and look totally calm on the surface. Its good that you know. Ji Zhiyao nodded fervently. Then he recalled Mo Huaifengs other words and became a little nervous. Take a concrete look at my handling? What handling? Am I to y a match on the spot for A.K to spectate? Mo Huaifeng frowned. Im not too sure either. Well just see what he asks for. Ji Zhiyao nodded. The taxi arrived at the destination that A.K requested very quickly. It was an apartment estate for single people. The three of them alighted, A.K walked at the front. After entering the password to the smart lock, he opened the door. They entered the apartment, A.K changed his shoes, then brought out two pairs of disposable slippers and ced them on the floor for Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng. After changing their shoes, they followed A.K into the house. A.K gestured. Come with me. He walked in front and led the two of them upstairs. The apartment was evidently for one persons living and was very clean, everything was arranged in good order. Ji Zhiyao took a few nces around the apartment, then followed A.K into the room furthest in the east. This was a training room for one person. Theputer was still turned on. From the equipment to the seat, it was evident that everything was used often. They could tell that, though A.K had already retired, he was still insisting on training by himself. Chapter 198

    Chapter 198: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios A.K pointed at the seat. You should havepeted in the Korean servers already. Use my ount now and y a match. Mo Huaifeng tranted his instructions for Ji Zhiyao, Ji Zhiyao replied with an okay, then took two steps forward and sat in the seat. He could not help but feel slightly excited and even more nervous. This was the seat of the worlds number one jungler, A.K. Now he was about to y a match, for A.K to watch, then decide if he would guide him in the speed ss style. At the thought of this, Ji Zhiyao looked up to ask Mo Huaifeng, Did senior mention any specific way of ying? Mo Huaifeng turned back to ask A.K, A.K said something then Mo Huaifeng conveyed his message to Ji Zhiyao, Anything is fine, depends on your habit. Ji Zhiyao nodded, then inhaled deeply as his right hand grabbed onto the mouse. Launched Heroes Log on. Enter a ranked match. The entire screen was covered in Korean letters, they were terms that he was gradually getting familiarized with in the past month. Ji Zhiyao settled down. With the end of the countdown, he entered the phase of picking his champion. Ji Zhiyao locked in assassin in white that he had been working with quite often recently. The specialty of this assassin was that his speed was fast coupled with high damage but his defense and health were both very weak. The match moved into the loading stage. A few seconds after, they officially entered Heroes Valley. A.Ks alternate ount was also a Challenger rank in the Korean servers, whether it was his teammates or opponents, everyone that he matched up with would be in the Challenger ranks. This also meant that if Ji Zhiyao chose to y with the speed ss style that he was unfamiliar with, if his handlinggged behind, the opponents would catch his w very easily. Yet Ji Zhiyao still chose to do so. A.K frowned involuntarily. But Mo Huaifengs expression was very peaceful. Once the match began, Ji Zhiyao first jungled, when he earned a certain amount of gold, he then bought a jungle knife. At this point, the opposing jungler was restless and had gotten the midner toe counter-jungle with him. Ji Zhiyao was a very small distance away from the blue buff, when he vaguely saw two figures in the bushes nearby, he promptly sent the signal to retreat. His midner swiftly rushed over, a bout of counter-jungling as a mere close call. Ji Zhiyao aided his midner in harvesting the blue buff. As the minions in the middlene were being obstructed by the opponents minions, he first headed there with the midner to clear up thene before returning to the jungle. At this point, he sold his first piece of equipment, the jungle knife and together with the gold that he had earned from jungling earlier, he bought two pairs of elerated boots. The movement speed of the assassin in white immediately increased. Ji Zhiyaos left hand pushed around on the keyboard as he familiarized himself with the assassins current speed. Then he sent a signal to his ADC, while he himself ran towards the opponents jungle. This was also a pattern that he noticed. Thanks to his fast movement speed, when counter-jungling, if handled well, it wouldnt be easy for him to get caught. His ADC saw the signal and reacted very quickly, following Ji Zhiyao to move towards the jungle. Yet because Ji Zhiyaos speed was too fast, even after traveling quite a distance, the ADC still did not manage to catch up. Just then, a system notice appeared, indicating that a turret at the bottomne was in danger of being attacked, the ADC hesitated for a moment, then returned to the bottomne again. Coward! Ji Zhiyao inwardly cursed at the trashy, uncooperative ADC who came from god knows which corner, but his feet did not stop as he continued to rush towards the opponents jungle. Beside him, a trace of approval showed in A.Ks eyes, Mo Huaifeng caught side of it and the corner of his lips lifted slightly. After Ji Zhiyao harvested one of the opponents blue buffs, the opposing jungler who seemed as if he disconnected then reacted and rushed to where Ji Zhiyao was. Yet Ji Zhiyao moved even faster than him, within a few seconds he had retreated out of the danger zone and under his turret in the middlene, a ssic dine and dash. But he did not remain hiding behind either, instead he helped his midner to pressure the opponents to retreat, then killed half of the minions as his reward before returning to the jungle. The match continued on. With each second and minute, many problems were already evident. Ji Zhiyao did not have much understanding of his champions speed but fortunately, he knew the damage per second of this champion at every level like the back of his hand. Thus he was able to madly roam all threenes and lead the game. At the 20th minute, Ji Zhiyao already had 4 assists and killed the support while at it, on top of three sessful ganks... Even though his topner was feeding like he was disconnected, thanks to Ji Zhiyaos defense the topne was very well defended, so there wasnt much damage done. Such a level of performance, though slightly worse than his usual, was indeed rather good. Following the start of the battle for the big dragon, the match officially entered thete stage. At the beginning, because his topner had for some reason sneaked to where the big dragon was and circled it, the opposing jungler and ADC immediately rushed over the moment they sensed that something was wrong and frightened the topner so much so that he quickly sent a signal... In less than a minutes time, all 10 people had been summoned to the dragons cave and a team fight began without rhyme or reason. As Ji Zhiyao was rtively crustier, he had not managed to hide behind for long before he was taken away by abination of abilities, yet before he died he released his ultimate ability and the opposing support and midner fell with him... A chaotic fight ended, only his ADC survived with two bars of health. The ADC killed the big dragon, then recalled. The big dragon together with the entire respawned teamunched an attack together, and the match officially ended. Victory! Ji Zhiyao nced at the victory on his screen, the corner of his lips that had lifted slightly ttened quickly. He calmly swung his right arm that had be slightly stiff as he turned and looked towards A.K and Mo Huaifeng. Mo Huaifeng smiled at him undisguisedly, then turned towards A.K, saying, No matter my rtionship with him, you ought to trust my judgment. A.K.s expression became increasingly grave. Ji Zhiyao had also noticed the change in A.K and swallowed his saliva quietly. Seriously speaking, this match was considered a better than average performance for him, it was slightly betterpared to his usual results and handling. If even such a standard was unable to satisfy A.K... Then he was really at a loss. Would he have no luck with his idol? At the thought of this, Ji Zhiyao was even more nervous. More than ten seconds passed again, before he heard A.K speak, saying a string of Korean that he could not understand to Mo Huaifeng. I only have some questions. Fi, how long have you guys been training in Korea for? A month. If you want to ask how long hese into contact with speed ss, I can tell you, its less than a month. A.K suddenly went silent for a few seconds and smiled bitterly, This is the hard nut that youve given me. You must know, no matter what, as a Korean eSports yer, I would of course hope that when speed ss reappears on thepetition stage, it would be by a Korean yer. But he is very suitable. A.K, youve always advocated for freedom in eSports, I dont think you will make a foolish decision at such a time. A.K scratched his head, as if in a dilemma. Ji Zhiyao nced at A.K, then nced at his Captain, somehow feeling that there was some hope in him gaining a master. A.K paced two rounds around the room, then gritted his teeth and stopped before Mo Huaifeng. I knew its always nothing good when you contact me. Tell me first, how long can you guys stay here? Mo Huaifeng smiled. We have another two months. Of course, if its not enough, we can extend it. Only it would have to wait till the North America and Japan tours end. Chapter 199

    Chapter 199: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Two months is obviously not enough, do you think he is a god? A.K rolled his eyes and said unwillingly, I can take him in, but you guys settle thenguage barrier by yourselves. Mo Huaifeng nodded. Dont worry. I will stay behind with him. You want me to bear the amodation for two people? Mo Huaifeng nodded slowly. Youre going too far! He rolled his eyes, then nced at Ji Zhiyao who was in a dazed state, as if he was slightly vexed... Then shook his hand. A.K. then said, In the next two months leave him here. As for how long he needs to stay after, well wait for when you guys have to leave to say. Mo Huaifeng smiled. Then we shall be bothering you. A.K. gritted his teeth. You rascal, dont think Im letting you guys be free loaders here. Dont worry. Mo Huaifeng, added, then looked towards Ji Zhiyao who was still in a daze, the corner of his lips lifted up. Come here and greet your master. What? A.K. has agreed to take you in. Ji Zhiyaos wholly confused face instantly became a beaming one, and leaped up right away. Is that for real? Captain, dont you lie to me! Ahh Im bing my idols disciple Im so excited! So was it right or wrong for him to let Ji Zhiyao take A.K. as his master? Was it toote for him to regret his decision now? Mo Huaifeng had yet toe to a conclusion, when he had to helplessly watch Ji Zhiyao bounce towards A.K. and bow reverently. His face instantly fell, and became expressionless. Because he gained a little disciple who was more gifted, A.K was already quite pleased at heart, now through his peripherals he caught sight of Mo Huaifengs long face, he instantly became even happier. He reached out and patted Ji Zhiyaos shoulders warmly and nodded at him at the same time. Damn it. Mo Huaifeng took a few steps forward, grabbed Ji Zhiyaos cor and lifted him back to his side. Ji Zhiyao was puzzled and turned back to nce at the hand grabbing his cor that had suddenly appeared out of nowhere, then lifted his head confusedly and saw Mo Huaifeng speaking in a very impatient manner to A.K. A.K. was grinning like the cat that ate the canary, then Mo Huaifeng became even more annoyed and dragged Ji Zhiyao out of the house. What had he done wrong? He was lifted all the way till the doorway, then Mo Huaifeng let go and ordered fiercely, Change your shoes and go. Captain whats up with you? Did you forget to take your medication again? Ive yet to finish interacting with my master why are you so anxious to go? Interact my ass. Dont look at me, change your shoes! As they gged down and cab and headed back to their vi, Mo Huaifeng had a long face. Ji Zhiyao really could not figure out what was going on and simply gave up, his entire heart was filled the joy from bing a disciple under A.K. Even the dismal way that hed been feeling these few days from having their advance spot taken away was thrown to the back of his mind, he was exceedingly delighted. Hence Mo Huaifengs face turned even darker. They travelled the entire way in a bizarre atmosphere till they arrived at the battleteams vi, alighting one after the other. Ji Zhiyao was happily humming a tune softly, but with a darting nce, he noticed that Mo Huaifeng had suddenly stopped walking and was looking in another direction. Ji Zhiyao followed his line of sight and looked over, but did not find anything. Hence he shuffled to Mo Huaifengs side and looked around while asking, Captain, what are you looking at? Just remembered that I need to make a call, you go first. Ji Zhiyao did not suspect that it was anything else and agreed with an okay before treading on light steps into the vi. Hearing the sound of the front door closing, Mo Huaifengs eyes gradually grew cold. He lifted his feet and walked towards the direction that he looked in earlier. Behind the seemingly peaceful shade of trees, soft rustles could vaguely be heard. The corner of Mo Huaifengs lips twitched, he rounded past the big tree then his hand urately and relentless shot out and grabbed- Ouch! A man carrying a camera fell to the ground with a thud. The moment he saw the camera before his chest, Mo Huaifeng already figured out the mans identity of a paparazzi. He sneered and said in a totally a disgusted tone, You guys even managed to find such a ce, thats quite capable. Which mediapany are you from? A good old eSports scene, but there were always people trying to pull such stunts every day. Sickening. The paparazzi looked up anxiously and doubtful, taking a few peeps with darting eyes, but did not speak. Shang Lu? The paparazzi kept this mouth tightly shut but his Adams apple rolled up and down nervously. It seemed so, the most notorious mediapany in the eSports scene, infamously known for loving to invade and photograph private moments of yers, was only this one. Mo Huaifeng squatted down under the mans glower, and took the memory card from the camera. Standing up, he broke the card in his hand and said, Go back and ask your boss, if he is not afraid of thepany closing down, continue toe take photos. After chasing the reporter from Shang Lu Media away, Mo Huaifeng threw the broken bits of the memory card in his hand into a random bin, then opened the door to the vi and walked in. His slippers had been taken out and thrown beside the doormat but the left and right foot were flipped around, one look told him that it had been casually thrown down by a certain person. Mo Huaifengs eyes curved as he smiled, after changing his shoes, he walked into the house. In less than two steps, he heard a super loud yell Im just asking if all of you are envious of me alongside the others damn it you mutt what kind of sh*t luck are you on, what kind of taste does A.K have all mixed together, he knew at once it was Ji Zhiyao bragging, sounding so proud that if he was a dog, his tail would definitely be wagging away... The smile in Mo Huaifengs eyes grew deeper, he was not in a hurry to head into the training room, instead he pulled out his phone, as if being reminded of something. [Mix.FiV: Dont try to pry into my life, with him, we will wait for all of you at the international league.] After publishing this post, Mo Huaifeng went into his own feed and tapped around. [Are you sure you want to deactivate this ount?] He tapped on yes without any hesitation. With a sh of the interface, he was already logged out. Mo Huaifeng uninstalled the app while he was at it, not a slight bit of reluctance in his expression. Captain, I heard someone open the door earlier, but no one walked in even after a long time, what are doing hiding here? Ji Zhiyaos head suddenly poked out from behind the door, Mo Huaifeng instinctively pushed him. Had some things to do. Doesnt make sense, youre suddenly so secretive, dont tell me you have someone else behind my back? The warmth that surrounded him from his confession on Weibo earlier waspletely drained by thisment, Mo Huaifeng fired back with a nk face, What do you think? I think not. Ji Zhiyao was made timid by his Captains evil but alluring smile, scratching his head, he said, The few of them inside are still waiting for you, Yuan Wei said to get to go in to confirm the schedule. Mo Huaifeng nodded, then entered the training room with Ji Zhiyao. As they werent training, everyone was sprawled on all sides,zing on the sofa, the only ones sitting normally were Yuan Wei, the stats analyzer and their coach. Seeing Mo Huaifeng walk in, Xiao instantly straightened up and grumbled, Captain youre really too biased, my idol is A.K. too, why didnt you take me to go take him as my master? Chapter 200

    Chapter 200: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios You want to try the speed ss style? Xiao pondered solemnly for a while and decided to end the interrogation of his soul. Never mind, Im better off being a coward. Ji Zhiyao very yfully made a funny face at Xiao. Xiao rolled his eyes, indicating that he didnt want to give him any attention. The stats analyzer asked, Does this mean that in the next two months, Captain, youll be staying at A.Ks with NoHomo for training? Mo Huaifeng nodded. These two months might not be enough. If he needs more time, we will return here again after the entire training schedule ends. Then we would have to re-estimate both of your standards. Though Captain, youre there to be a full time trantor, do not neglect your own training, time waits for no one. Dont worry, I know that. He was always the stable carry that they did not have to worry about, hence the stats analyzer turned his attention to Ji Zhiyao. NoHomo train hard, even if you dont seed with the speed ss, just by using the remaining two months to resume to your past standards, would be enough. This... I just take what you said as a constion. But dont worry, Im so talented, its impossible that I cant master it. Besides, even when the sky falls Brother Xiao is there to hold it up, hold tight, dont panic. The stats analyzer gave him an eye roll. Our reserve abandoning himself, rather be carried to a win thanpete himself, if such words were revealed to the public, it would totally be another big news. Ji Zhiyao cosily sprawled backwards. Well this is just you belittling me, as the man in the middle of all talks about the eSports scene, wouldnt anything that I casually say now be big news? Pukes! The rest followed. Pukes! Yuan Wei sighed. You guys have so much banter that its making my head hurt, I literally feel like breaking all your heads... Please shut up now, thats set, for theing two months well split up and at the end well meet directly at the airport, any questions? Mo Huaifeng said, Yes. Followed by Ji Zhiyao. Yes. Captain you hold on, NoHomo, whats wrong now? Ji Zhiyao pried his fingers and roughly calcted, his expression sincere as he said, I calcted the time, well be leaving around the beginning of June, the high school national exams would be starting then, I have to go back. Yuan Wei was enlightened. Yes, that almost slipped my mind. Then you can get Captain to carry your luggage and afterwards you meet us directly in Japan. But Ive got to make it clear first, its a personal travel, no reimbursement. He directly turned to Mo Huaifeng. Captain, can I get a reimbursement? Mo Huaifeng nodded. Ji Zhiyao gleefully turned back to Yuan Wei. The higher-up of the club already said there is reimbursement. Damn it. Yuan Weis constipated expression made Ji Zhiyaough so hard that he was suddenly in stitches, holding his stomach, he breathed out between chuckles, I was joking. Hence Yuan Wei looked with denouncement at Mo Huaifeng. Mo Huaifeng acted as if he was unaware and said to the others, Focus on training, when Im back Ill do a check one by one. At once, the others expression became exactly like Yuan Weis. After dropping the bomb, Mo Huaifeng called the coach and stats analyzer out with him, seeming like he needed to have a talk with them. Ji Zhiyao slumped on the sofa. Nuo suddenly came over and bumped his elbow. Have you seen Captains Weibo? Ji Zhiyao froze for a moment. What Weibo? Other than making a call outside earlier, his Captain had been seated on the sofa, hearing everyone chat, where would he find the time to update Weibo? What more, hadnt the whole team uninstalled their Weibo app? Dont look at me like this, I just secretly downloaded it again two days ago. Both Nuos expression and the look in his eyes were veryplicated, he couldnt pinpoint whether it was envy or reverence. Brother, there is really nothing toin about how Captain treats you... Im really wishing for the international league to end quickly then get a short break to stay away from you guys, if I continue going on like this, Im going to f*cking turn bi. What did he say? Nuo was about to say something more, when his darting nce caught three people entering through the door, the words in his mouth instantly became, My son, go with a peace of mind, we take good care of your Orange for you. What has this got... Before he could finish, Mo Huaifeng had already lifted him up again. Go upstairs and pack your things. Nuos words left Ji Zhiyaos mind at once, he red up while adjusting his cor. Captain why have you be so violent. Can you count how many times youve lifted me by the cor today? Mo Huaifeng replied calmly andposedly, Been getting too used to lifting Orange recently. Its not like he was a cat! Ji Zhiyao was so heated that he didnt want to bother with him and stalked upstairs. Mo Huaifeng darted a look at Nuo as if absorbed in thought. Nuo cowered immediately. Daddy is still daddy, Captain I didnt say anything and I wont say anything! Mo Huaifeng was pleased as he replied coolly with an mm and then turned back to head upstairs. ... For some reason, Ji Zhiyao always felt that, when himself and Mo Huaifeng were all packed and ready to scram, suppressed joypletely filled the eyes of his teammates. How infuriating. Yet at the thought of his idol A.K, Ji Zhiyao was full of life once again. They arrived, paid the fare and alighted. Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng dragged a suitcase each, they contained everything that theyd brought to Korea. Taking a few steps forward, Ji Zhiyao saw that there was a dark figure in the shade in the corner, with a good look, he realized that it was A.K who was leaning against the streetmp. A.K had also seen them and walked over. The two of you, looking like youre intending to have a long-term stay here. A.K shook his head. The room has been tidied, both of you will be in the attic, no objections? Ji Zhiyao could not understand, so Mo Huaifeng replied, Anywhere is fine. Dont worry, though youre heartless, Im not such a person. Other than the fact that you dont get the sun, everything else in the room is not too bad. Ill show you guys in. A.K led the way and opened the door. Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng followed him into the apartment, changed their shoes and went up to the attic. A.K was right, other than not having any sun, everything else in the attic was great. A single bed, a long sofa, no humid smell, very warm, it was evident that this ce was tidied often. A.K went down after showing the both of them to their room, Ji Zhiyao sat on the bed, then patted the duvet to motion to Mo Huaifeng, Captain,e see if both of us can fit on this bed. Mo Huaifeng swept a nce in his direction. No need to try. You take the bed, Ill take the sofa. No way, you need to train too. Youll get backaches sleeping on the sofa, how will you be in the right form? Im the international rank number three even without training, you better think about what to do with your speed ss. Mo Huaifeng lifted a corner of his lips without a sign. Quickly unpack. Ji Zhiyao instantly shriveled. There was nothing wrong with what he said,pared to Mo Huaifeng, he was literal trash. He sat up, tidied his belongings in his suitcase, then went downstairs with Mo Huaifeng. A.K was seated cross-legged on the carpet holding on hisptop, seeing theme down, he pointed to the two sses of juice on the table. Freshly squeezed, drink up. Chapter 201

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Mo Huaifeng did not stand on ceremony with him at all, handing a ss to Ji Zhiyao, he sipped his juice while moving behind A.K.. What are you ying? Heroes is nning tounch another edition of an eSports game and invited retired yers like me to test it out. Its not too bad, itll probably be out winter of next year. A.K. pushed his spectacles higher on his nose and used his hand to block the screen. I shouldnt be showing you this, stay away. I dont need to look and I can already guess what it will look like. Mo Huaifeng moved back and sat down beside Ji Zhiyao, asking with azy countenance, We begin training tomorrow? A.K. pped his own head. Almost forgot the proper stuff, sending you the timetable, take a look. Mo Huaifeng pulled out his phone, two secondster, an image came from A.K.. Cramped rows of words and more words filled his eyes. Mo Huaifeng gave it a few looks and handed it directly to Ji Zhiyao. Ji Zhiyao wore a confused look. This timetable was very full, and so strict to the point that the amount of time allocated for a meal, which hour of which minute was for a toilet break was written down clearly, many times more detailedpared to his training timetable back at Mixs base. It was really very strict. A.K. said something, Mo Huaifeng said to Ji Zhiyao, He is asking you where needs to be adjusted. Since coach had already drafted up a timetable, he must have made very detailed ns already. Though Ji Zhiyao was slightly afraid, he still replied, I think theres no problem. Mo Huaifeng checked again, You sure? Totally okay. Hence Mo Huaifeng tranted his reply as it was to A.K., when Ji Zhiyao saw the fatherly smile the gradually grew on his face, he involuntarily heaved a sigh of relief deep down. A.K. pushed his spectacles higher as he said, I brought back two sets of equipment yesterday, they are in the room beside the training room, you guys can go test them out. Also help me to tell him that we start training tomorrow. Okay. Mo Huaifeng stood up and pulled Ji Zhiyao up as well. Go take a look at the equipment that your master prepared. Ji Zhiyao quickly stood up, bowed to A.K. then happily followed Mo Huaifeng to go look at his training area. The furnishing definitely wasnt as perfect as A.K.s personal training room, but it was very neat. Ji Zhiyao mainly tested the seat and the feeling of the mouse in his hand. He had to admit, A.K.s taste was really not bad, everything was very suitable. Hence Ji Zhiyao leaned back in his seat and lifted his head to look at Mo Huaifeng. Its especiallyfortable. Captain, are you not going to try yours out? Mo Huaifeng casually found a spot and sat down. No need. My adaptability is stronger than yours. Wow look at how awesome you are. Mo Huaifeng made a tsk sound, then asked, The training hours are so concentrated, is it really no problem? Should be fine. Ji Zhiyao thought of the contents of the timetable again and expressed emotionally, Theres a reason why Koreas eSports is so strong, from that timetable you can tell how disciplined they usually are. Then take a look at our battleteams training, we banter more than we train, we ought to be ashamed. Especially you. Cant they just have a good chat. Although he bantered a lot, he did also train hard. Mo Huaifeng checked the time, then stood up, saying, Well just stay for a while more then go up and prepare for bed, got to wake up early tomorrow. Ji Zhiyao nodded. ... Two monthster. In front of the VIP gateway in the airport, Nuo pushed up the sunsses resting on his nose, chewing bubble gum in his mouth. When are Captain and NoHomo arriving? Anyter, the ne will be taking off. Theyre already at the gate, they will be here very soon after going through immigration. Youd be better off thinking whether youd be beaten up or not. Yuan Wei nced at Nuos flowery and showy outfit with much disdain. What kind of attire is this, are you trying to be a stylish, trending man? Nuo grinned, Isnt this when in Rome, do as the Romans do? Since Im taking flying as catching as breather and rxing, I can only wear it now. Captain, NoHomo, here! Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyao who looking around searching for them turned back upon hearing his voice, Xiao eximed, Oh dear, what happened to my son? Why has he lost so much weight? The stats analyzer said, Speed ss isnt easy to master, and his master happens to be the King of Speed A.K., training must be tough. But looking at his expression, I think the training has been going well. They were chatting as the two from not too far out came closer and their sights both focused on Nuo at once. Ji Zhiyao snorted, Nuo, what are you wearing, a color palette? Nuo became angry from embarrassment. Go, youve got no taste, dont talk to me. Hes right. To avoid leaving behind the impression to our Japanese friends that all Chinese eSports yers are like you, quickly find somewhere and change out of it. Yuan Wei chimed in. Lets forget about changing, by the time he is done changing, the ne will have arrived in Japan. NoHomo, how about your luggage? Directly checking it in with ours? Ji Zhiyao nodded, Yes, Captain will help me to carry it. Ill take another ne back home, when my sister finishes her examinations, Ill then fly directly to Japan. Then we shall we waiting for you in Japan. Its almost time, big boys, get your belongings and scram. Those who had to grab their bags did so and those who had to find their boarding passes went ahead... Mo Huaifengs gaze swept past them, then looked towards Ji Zhiyao and said in a low voice, Ill be waiting for you in Japan, stay safe. Ji Zhiyaos smile became even brighter. I know. Captain, take care of yourself too. Mo Huaifeng nodded, then followed behind Heng who turned back and looked about from time to time and entered the gateway. Till he could not see the figures anymore, Ji Zhiyao then pulled out his mask from his pocket, put it on, found a seat and started to rest with his eyes closed. His flight would be in another half hour, he could have a good rest for now. As someone who was about to return home alone, he waspletely unaware of whether theiring out news from three months ago had subsided. If it hadnt, it would certainly be chaos again. So, it was best to recuperate and store energy first. Half an hourter, Ji Zhiyao boarded the ne. As he hadnt been getting much rest for the past two months, within the few minutes that he sat down, Ji Zhiyao had already dozed off and was out for several hours. When he woke up once again, it was time to alight. Ji Zhiyao asked for a ss of water from the air stewardess, downed it and sobered up slightly, then the nended, he carried his backpack off the ne. S Citys weather in June was veryfortable, Ji Zhiyao squinted his eyes in satisfaction. Because he was quite covered up and dressed very ordinarily, almost no one looked at him while he was on his way, he was very pleased with that. ording to the tradition in Ji Qingges school, at this point, all the students would be back in their own homes for revision already. Hence Ji Zhiyao took a cab, heading right home. In less than an hour, he arrived. Ji Zhiyao alighted, walked hurriedly to his front door and pushed it open. Inside, it was quiet as he had expected, but a pair of shoes that Ji Qingge usually wore was on the shoe rack. Ji Zhiyao stealthily changed his shoes, put his backpack down and went upstairs. He had walked to the door, when he heard an angry wail from inside, evidently a howl belonging to Ji Qingge when she couldnt solve her questions, Ji Zhiyao almost snorted out loud. He had enough, cleared his throat and pushed the door open. Ji Qingge. Chapter 202

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Qingge looked back abruptly, she first froze for a moment, then pounced on him with a shout. She was a bit too strong, Ji Zhiyao almost did not stand still and continuously retreated. What the f*ck, what have you been eating, how did you be so fat? Dont bullsh*t, its obviously you who have lost so much weight that youve gone weak. Why, did no one feed you while you were training in Korea? At the mention of this Ji Zhiyao became depressed. In thest two months, his meals were exceedingly terrible, A.K deprived him of even his request to cook with the reason of wasting time, resulting in him having soybean paste stew and kimchi the whole time, together with high intensity training... It would be weird if he had not lost weight. Ji Qingge let go of Ji Zhiyao, her eyes darted around as she asked, Fi-god didnt apany you back here? Ji Zhiyao coughed. He needs to train too, why would he follow me? Ohh... Ji Qingge dragged out the sound. Never mind, I shall not talk to you any longer, I still have many questions undone, Ill go do them. Ji Zhiyao nodded. Go on, Ill make you something good for lunch. After watching Ji Qingge work on her questions for some time, Ji Zhiyao left her room and went downstairs to bring his belongings up. As his room hadnt been lived in for a long time, some spots had be dusty, Ji Zhiyao cleaned them with a tissue. When everything was tidied up, he dropped onto his butt and found his phone to send Mo Huaifeng a text. [MelonRind: Im home, just finished tidying up, dead tired.] [DB.MHF: Ive arrived too.] [DB.MHF: Rest well, I have to go for a meeting.] [MelonRind: Alright.] Guessing that Mo Huaifeng was having a meeting with the stats analyzer and coach again to discuss their training scheme again, Ji Zhiyao threw his phone aside andid down staring at the ceiling. Have you seen Captains Weibo? Brother, there is really nothing toin about how Captain treats you. Suddenly recalling these twoments from Nuo, Ji Zhiyao abrupt sat up. Walked to his desk, turned on hisputer and logged onto his Weibo private ount. Then searched Mix.Fi. Once he pressed on the enter key, simr looking marketing ounts appeared below, even the individual users were those trying to use his name for poprity, not one of them was Mo Huaifengs ount. Ji Zhiyao did not buy it and did the search again, the oue was still nothing. Hence he could only go through the posts of the marketing ounts. [eSportsFreshWeekly: Today evening, eSports scenes idol Fi-god who had beenpletely silent ever since publiclying spoke up for the first time, saying, Dont try to pry into my life, with him, we will wait for all of you at the international league, suspected to have been bothered by others poking about. After publishing this post, Fi-god deactivated his ount, and did not bid his fans and friends farewell either. With regards to such an idol, what thoughts do you guys have, will you continue to like him?] Ji Zhiyao finished reading dazedly, then covered his eyes with his fingers. After some time, light chuckles sounded from his curved lips. Hence five minutester. [IndefiniteFutureV: Thankful for everyonespany. Im going. Lets meet at the international league.] ... A weekter. Ji Zhiyao carried his luggage and appeared in the airport once again. When he removed his cap and mask when going through the security check, he clearly heard whispers from several girls around. Yet Ji Zhiyaos countenance remained unchanged,pletely pretending as if he hadnt heard anything. After passing the security check, he unhurriedly put on his cap and mask again, then dragged his suitcase and went to the VIP lounge for a short rest. Following that was boarding the ne, a few hours of flying and then getting off the ne. Before he set off, Mo Huaifeng had sent him a text, saying that he would be waiting for him outside the airport. It took almost no effort for Ji Zhiyao to spot Mo Huaifeng who was standing in front of the convenience store. Mo Huaifeng naturally took the luggage in his hand. Was it a smooth journey? Ji Zhiyao knew that he was asking if he had been recognized and troubled back home, smiling as he shook his head, he said, It was, Im so smart, doesnt everything that I do go smoothly? Except for Ji Qingge, the closer to her exams, the pickier she became, I almost went bald thinking of what to feed her every day. Mo Huaifengs lips curved up involuntarily. Ji Zhiyao continued to rattle on, By the way, she even said she wanted toe watch the international league. Captain, can you get a ticket for your sister-inw? You have yet to go through the qualifiers and youve promised her a ticket? I think youre getting too arrogant. Its having confidence in you alright? With our Captain around, wont we dominate the qualifiers. Mo Huaifeng smiled again, but did not keep up the conversation. They walked a few hundred meters out, Mo Huaifeng pointed to a cab that was parked not too far away. Its that one, get in. Ji Zhiyao agreed with an okay and pulled open the car door to get in. Mo Huaifeng loaded his luggage and got in too. Although it had only been a week of not seeing his teammates, together with the previous two months, Ji Zhiyao only felt as if a lifetime had passed and was filled with the feeling of wanting to see them immediately. Hence when they arrived at their destination, he instantly leaped out like a monkey, after unloading his luggage called out eagerly to his Captain, Captain hurry up, why has your execution ability declined so much in the few days I didnt see you, are you about to enter the phase of old age? Fi-god wanted to hit someone after hearing that. As they were only staying for a month, the club booked the entire level of a five-star hotel that was adjacent to Japans most famous eSports hub, the living conditions were superb. As they were taking the elevator, Ji Zhiyao continuously mused, Our club somewhat has an air of recklessness, if we go on like this, we might go bankrupt before the international league ends. Are you very happy for the club to go bankrupt? Ji Zhiyao thought to himself, if the cruel club that had been f*cking oppressing him for a consecutive four to five months went bankrupt it would definitely call for a celebration. Yet the moment he met Mo Huaifengs dangerous look, he instantly cowered. Look at how sorrowful my expression is, I was just expressing my regret. Tsk. But for real, it suddenly came to me, our club really doesnt have much money now right? After all as an eSports club, when the qualification to the international league has been stripped by the China eSports Association, the previous investors definitely wouldve stopped investing money into the club. Mo Huaifeng frowned, not knowing how Ji Zhiyaos thoughts managed to link to this point that he suddenly thought of this question... Yet what Ji Zhiyao said was indeed the truth. Mo Huaifeng nced at his expression that faintly revealed some worry, but did not want to let him me himself. He could only reply with a fierce tone, This is the clubs privacy, Im not telling you. If its inconvenient for you to say it, let me change my way of asking. May I ask my Captain, can the club still afford the sry and year-end bonus of all the Mix members? You f*cking... Huh? Mo Huaifengs face turned blue then dark. Yes. Ji Zhiyao instantly rxed. Oh man why didnt you say so earlier, made me waste so much emotion. Chapter 203

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The elevator door opened. Ji Zhiyao, dragging his suitcase, happily walked at the front,pletely forgetting about his Captain as he hurried to go find his other teammates. Mo Huaifeng immediately became more dejected. Did Ji Zhiyao not love him anymore? Why was he not in the least bit concerned about him now? How could he attract Ji Zhiyaos attention? However there did not exist any strange telepathy between Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng, so he naturally couldnt hear the uncertainties in Mo Huaifengs heart. He turned the corner with his suitcase and saw that all the other members were seated on the tatami in the middle of the living room, chatting about something. Ji Zhiyao excitedly threw down his suitcase and leaped over. Big brothers, daddy is here! Yuan Wei eximed, Damn you mutt! Heng shouted, You look quite skinny, why are you so heavy, ahhhhh stay away from me, youre weighing down on my balls! Xiao asked awkwardly, Nuo where are you putting your hand? Xiaofei rebutted, Brother Xiao who are you to chide Nuo, take your own hand back first! Nuos response was a sob. The stats analyzer finally roared, Damn it get lost! At the back Mo Huaifeng silently watched this pile of people who looked like a pyramid and sincerely pondered if he should go over. And so ten minutester. All the Mix members on the tatami finally settled down quietly. Ji Zhiyao asked, All of you came here a week earlier, you guys should have familiarized yourself with the surroundings already? Do we not have a training room here? I dont think I saw a ce that looked like a training room. The stats analyzer replied him, We dont. And we didnt intend on finding a training room anyways. Japans eSports began from their video games centers, I think you do know that. Ji Zhiyao nodded, of course he knew that. The few countries that were more developed in their eSports culture each had their own unique eSports tradition. For example Korea, they had various sses, North America advocated 1v1s; whereas for Japan, eSports culture sprung up from the video games centers, from the people. The video gamesplex, frankly put, was a more advanced video game center. The only difference was that all the equipment in them was for training in eSports, it was a ce where the masters among themon folk and professional yers mingled. So we are going to be training in the hub? Nuo nodded, Correct. And we have already started. Ji Zhiyao gained interest at once. How are the standards? Nuo scratched his head, Mo Huaifeng took over and answered, Very strong. At least a third of the people are at the level of an above average professional yer. Ji Zhiyao was slightly stunned, So strong? After all there are also many professional yers in there, nothing surprising. Ji Zhiyao licked his lips, looking slightly excited. When Mo Huaifeng saw him like that, his lips curved up a little. You can rest first, restore your energy. After dinner, well go together. Ji Zhiyao stood up immediately. Sure, which room am I in? Yuan Wei pointed down the corridor as he said, All the way in front, turn right, second room, beside Captain. Ji Zhiyao was very satisfied with his arrangement, but he did not vocalize it, only saying, Okay, wake me up when you guys are back. With that, he dragged his own suitcase and entered his room. There was no bed in the room, only a super huge tatami. Ji Zhiyaoid down for a test, it was pretty soft, hence he closed his eyes contentedly to sleep. About two hourster, he woke up. ncing at the time, he saw that it was not yet 6 PM, thus he walked into the bathroom for a shower and changed into fresh clothes. After he had dried his hair and picked up his phone, Ji Zhiyao saw that Yuan Wei happened to be gathering them for dinner in the group. Perfect timing. Ji Zhiyao took his room key and left, heading to the tatami that they sat on in the afternoon to meet the others. Then they went downstairs together to a Japanese restaurant nearby. What was more surprising for Ji Zhiyao was that, the trantor this time wasnt Mo Huaifeng, but the low-profiled and reserved Heng. After ordering, Heng could not help but get cocky after noticing the look of surprise coupled with admiration in Ji Zhiyaos eyes. Small matter, you dont have to look at me like that. When did you learn your Japanese? Ive never heard you say it in usual times, I really cant figure it out. Isnt this just a regrmunicatingnguage? Do you need to specially go learn it? Oh my, my teams King of Midners is amazing. Without pretense, no one knows of his capabilities, once he does, it is sensationalizing. Oh no, Yao-god you tter me. Nuo chimed in in all seriousness, Actually Heng is right, as an avid fan of Japanese adult movies and hentai, Japanese is indeed onenguage that must be grasped. The others eximed at once, Oh damn! Heng stood up immediately, intending on waging a life-and-death struggle against Nuo. You mutt, stand right there! What right does the trash who keeps feeding and jinxing to criticize me! You can insult my professional standards, but it still cannot conceal the fact that you have no moral integrity. You f*cker! Nuo distastefully bent his fingers like an orchid, then said like a rooster with its throat strangled, Sir, yamete. Ji Zhiyao chortled so hard that he almost suffocated. The two mutts kept fooling around until the waitress dressed in a kimono knocked on the door to serve their food. They resumed a pretentious manner of Im well-behaved, no crying, no nonsense, no showing off, silence finally restored in the room. The portions of the Japanese cuisine wererge and good. Other than not being able to ept the sashimi on top of a sd, he ate quite a portion of everything else and even downed two shots of sake. When they had eaten and drank their fill, they sat for another ten plus minutes before setting off to the eSports hub. The eSports hub was merely a ten minute walk from the Japanese restaurant. A two-story building with reddish violet neon lights hung on the outside with four to five Japanese characters on the iron-d sign, making it look especially like certain undesirable ces in the movies. Yet when Ji Zhiyao stepped through its front doors, he then realized that it wasnt as demonic as he had imagined. Except for the slighter dimmer lights, everything else was great. The entire hub was very quiet. Ji Zhiyao toured the ce following the rest and marveled. Except for this light which gives me a little mdjustment, everything else is great. Xiao said, All these arent considered much, you can take a look at the practices that you can do on those game machines, suchplete sets of equipment are very rarely seen even in Korea. Ji Zhiyao initially did not think much of it, but hearing Xiaos words, he took second nces, then asked Mo Huaifeng about them in a low voice and realized that these equipment were indeed rather different from those in normal arcades. Take for example, the rifle that was a small distance away, the buttons on it were controlled by a motherboard that was about the size of a palm. When one pressed down on the button that matched the balloon that lit up on the target board in a stipted amount of timing, it would then be considered a sessful shot. Then for instance, the finger dancing machine that was a few meters away. This felt somewhat like the desktop version of the colored blocks program, arrowheads would flow like water from up, left and right directions, everything was dependent on ones hand-eye coordination and reaction capacity. Of course, there was also a specialized sound proof room, for solo games. Chapter 204

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao was eager to have a go on them. Theyre not bad, can we bring a set back to our base? Yuan Wei shook his head. Some parts of our technology back home cannot keep up for now, it is possible to do some alterations, but that would take too much time, with little profits to be earned, on top of that, our eSports scene totally isnt valued as much... So it would rtively more challenging to carry out the alterations. Ji Zhiyao regretfully murmured an okay. Alright, then I shall find a machine to do some casual training. The stats analyzer nodded. All of you scatter by yourselves, an hourter... The stats analyzer was midway through his instructions when Nuo who was standing towards the back of the group was suddenly pushed by a person who walked past and let out an ow. Heng quickly held him up. Nuo you okay? Oh damn my back, that blow almost killed me... This person probably has his eyes on the back of his head, the lights are so bright and Im such a big guy, he was almost stepping on me to walk over. Nuo held his back, the others all turned back, frowning as they looked towards the person who had intentionally bumped into Nuo. It was a young boy, slim, not too tall. He seemed to be a minor. Heng made a tsk sound, Looks like its an impish kid, just have him apologize and end it there, saves us from being criticized for bullying a minor. Nuo was initially not too willing to be picked on for no reason, hearing Hengs words, he nodded. Okay. Ji Zhiyao turned around, and together with the rest, took a step closer to Nuo, slightly giving off an air of taking advantage of their numbers to bully others. Heng and the youth exchanged a few words, though Ji Zhiyao could not understand the content of their conversation, but he still read the scorn and disdain in his eyes very clearly... He frowned, then heard a snicker from Mo Huaifeng who was by his side. Ji Zhiyao turned and asked in a low voice, Captain, you understood what he said? A little. Mo Huaifeng grew even colder. I dont understand the rest, but the two terms sick man of East Asia and China are absolutely clear to me. The mes of fury in Ji Zhiyaos heart red up at once. What upbringing was that? Bumped into Nuo with no clear reason, then let loose his tongue the moment they start speaking? Heng appeared to be extremely enraged, such that he was wildly spinning out Japanese mixed with Chinese in his speech. F*ck you... Didnt your parents teach you how to behave when youre in public? The disdain on the youths face grew even stronger, Heng rolled up his sleeves, as his fist was about to pound onto his face, it was blocked by Ji Zhiyaos deft hands. Dont stop me, granddaddy Heng is going to teach him how to behave like a man today! Calm down Heng, China eSports is civilized and harmonious, we cannot raise our fists easily when we are out. The words civilized and harmonious sessful led Heng to make a connection to the image that eSports youths had back home and it eased some of his anger. Then Heng inhaled deeply. Alright, I am civilized, I will not lift a hand. Upon seeing that Heng was stopped, the youth became more arrogant. Pointing to the game machine beside them, several terms that they could understand came from his mouth. Professional, best, solo. Could it be that with such a character, he was still a professional eSports yer? Want to solo? Daddy shall apany you! Heng unrolled his sleeves, but just as he took a step forward, he was stopped by Mo Huaifeng. Captain what are you doing? Youre not suited for this type of machine, let me do it. Heng nced at the gloating youth. Captain, dont go on just because he asked for the best, hes a little rascal who hasnt evenpleted puberty, does he deserve that? He does not. Ji Zhiyao twisted his neck, a smile hanging on his lips as he said, Ill do it. Mo Huaifeng shifted his gaze, looking towards Ji Zhiyao, a smile gradually grew as the corner of his lips lifted. Ji Zhiyao continued, Since I practice the speed ss style, I should be better at such a drill. Heng, tell me that I am the worst yer in the team, but my ability is more than enough to thrash him. Why dont we make a bet, if he loses, he hollers an apology three times to the sky; if I lose, I am at his disposal. Heng hesitated. Brother, are you confident? Ji Zhiyao rolled his eyes. Would you have some confidence in me, for someone like him, I can beat three of them alone. The others exchanged eye contact, Heng then nced at Mo Huaifeng. Mo Huaifeng nodded at him, hence Heng lifted his head again and spoke to the youth. Ji Zhiyao watched on for a while and poked Mo Huaifeng. Captain. Hm? In the future, we should still leave the job of tranting to you, dont you feel that Heng looks especially simr to those loafers who goes around collecting protection fees? Mo Huaifengs expression instantly became one that could not be described in a few words. He did seem a little simr. It looked like Heng had finished talking and he pointed to Ji Zhiyao. The youth appeared to be very skeptical. You... weakest? Ji Zhiyao held his head up, looking especially proud. Yeah, you see I look so young, do I look like a pro? The others were speechless. Yet it seemed like the youth could only understand Ji Zhiyaos expression and not such profound Chinese. He sneered coldly, You, pick. Ji Zhiyao rotated his wrists as he said, Heng, help me tell him, he can pick whatever, I will go with it, so as to avoid others saying that Im bullying a kid. After Heng tranted his words, the youth appeared to be furious. He said that heroes are named ording to their capabilities, you can choose. He really said that? Yeah, Ill rebut him again on your behalf? Dont, Ill choose! That one! Heng snorted, What the hell, wheres your moral courage? Ji Zhiyao grinned, Can that be eaten? Besides, its my first time here, I have yet to interact with anything, hes not at a disadvantage at all, alright? And also tell him, Ive never yed this before, I want to have a trial round before we begin. Heng finished expressing himself through words and gestures, the youth nodded. Hence Ji Zhiyao walked towards the finger dancing machine that he had pointed to earlier. The other members of Mix followed behind him and stood at the side, the youth moved to stand before another of the same game machine. Before starting, Ji Zhiyao bent his fingers back and forth. Then, pressed down on the start button. This machine maintains a high speed from the very start and calctes the yers results ording to the instructions that are missed. Ji Zhiyao had been ying for four to five minutes and had already missed approximately five instructions. Except for Mo Huaifeng who knew his current standards who was still calm, everyone else was very nervous. The youths expression also became increasingly scorful... Yet Ji Zhiyaos back was to them, he didnt see anything at all. Five minutes passed, he rotated his wrists, his fingers tapping lightly in the air, but his expression was apletely rxed one. Okay, tell him that we can start. Heng swallowed. NoHomo, you sure? Dont put on a strong front, its not toote to swap out with someone else now. Ji Zhiyao said oddly, Yeah, Im about done testing, dont drag on, the touch is going to feel different. Hence Heng held some doubt and spoke some Japanese. As there werent any other idle passers-by, the stats analyzer became the person to announce the start of the game 3, 2 ,1, start! With that, Ji Zhiyao and the youth arched their upper bodies at a 30 degree angle almost at the same time. Chapter 205

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Just like an enraged cat that was ready to attack anytime, this posture looked to be full of aggressiveness. Yet to Ji Zhiyao and the youth in this moment, it was veryfortable. When the stats analyzer shouted start, Ji Zhiyao blocked out all surrounding sounds, disregarding whether the youths reaction was faster or slower, he focusedpletely on the machine before him. Look, press, look, press... Their proximity was all sounds of the tapping of keyboards. After repeating this action for an unknown number of times, a ten minute round finally ended, Ji Zhiyao looked at the loading characters on the screen and straightened up, curving his lips slightly, he turned back and winked at his teammates. Mo Huaifeng already knew in his heart and the others, upon seeing his hand speed and wink, could make a close guess and finally became slightly relieved. A few secondster, the results shed out. Ji Zhiyao missed three. Four for the youth. Not to mention the youth whopeted against Ji Zhiyao, even all of Mix found it unbelievable. Because that speed was truly fast, things were a blur, they hadnt even had a clear look of his handling and ten minutes was up. To be able to miss only three under such a speed... Incredible. The youth seemed to be especially confused, his eyes were wide and round as he red. Yet no matter how he stared, there was no change to the numbers on the machines. Ji Zhiyao crossed his arms before his chest. Do you admit defeat, little brother? Heng tranted that line in a cocky manner, then everyone heard the youth grit his teeth so hard that they rattled. Ji Zhiyao smiled. Its fine if you dont. Lets y, daddy will y till you are convinced today. True to my word. Ji Zhiyao made a tsk sound, but he didnt expect that this rude rascal would actually ept his defeat. Hence his eyes curved slightly as he said, Okay, then apologize. But we dont ept the Japanese version, Heng, teach him how the three words I am sorry should be said in Chinese. With that, he took a step back and melted into the crowd of Mix members, standing beside Mo Huaifeng. Mo Huaifeng bowed his head slightly, Ji Zhiyao raised his brows at him. Heng was delighted. I like this task. He showed him the shape of his mouth for every word and repeatedly taught I am sorry in a super loud voice for about three to four times. The youths face was red from suppressing his anger, as he tolerated it again and again. But he still kept to his words and shouted loudly three times, I... am sorry! Although his artiction was especially poor, the Mix members were already very satisfied. Nuo jerked his shoulder of his short-sleeved shirt, staring at the youth, his unusual expression was serious. Though we have anguage barrier, but we still have to teach you certain lessons. Do you see this? This is the red g with five stars, we are, Chinese. Every persons expression was extremely solemn. They did not banter, did not blush and run away in shame, but stood with a firm gaze and stared right at the youth. The youths pupils constricted slightly. Alright, lets go, individual training. Everyone began to move their feet, preparing to turn this page of events over. Ji Zhiyao also turned around and was about to go try out some machines that he was interested in. But he heard a voice from behind which grew increasingly loud, coupled with doubt as he asked, Your... name? Ji Zhiyao did not turn back, but waved towards the back. China, Mix Battleteam, jungler reserve, Yao. With that, he quickened his steps, walking towards the other side, towards the rifle machine that he had seen earlier. Completely leaving the youth at the back of his mind. The thing about the rifle machine was that, in terms of its structure, it was a little simr to the dancing machine that he was on earlier, only rtively more challenging. This was because the most important requirement of the rifle machine was for yers to remember the corresponding spot of every button and was a test of memory. Ji Zhiyao yed a trial round and ended up almost being totally battered by the system notification of game over. He pursed his lips and started rolling up his sleeves. There was still something that could challenge daddy Yao-god? Wasnt it the control buttons having 20 plus more keys than theputer keyboard! Ji Zhiyao picked up the controller, studied it for a while, then yed another round, this time hested a few seconds more, he could not help but feel pleased. Lets y one round together? Ji Zhiyao turned and realized that Mo Huaifeng had unknowingly sat on the chair before the adjacent machine and was looking towards him with his arms crossed. He raised his brows at once and said with some cockiness, Captain, let me tell you, you wont be able to beat me on this. To maintain your image of an invincible idol, its better that you dont invite humiliation alright? Mo Huaifeng also followed in raising his brows. So confident? I have to be, you ought to take a look at who my master is. Besides, its not like youve never seen my usual standards in training. Lets make a bet. Each time they made a bet he was always cheated by Captain, this time round... Could it be that Captain had dug another hole for him to jump into again? Hence he asked very cautiously, On what? Mo Huaifengs attitude was very casual. On who wins and who loses. If I lose Im at your disposal, if you lose,e to my room tonight. For thest few words, Mo Huaifeng made his voice very low. Ji Zhiyaos ears instantly turned red. Only because the surrounding lights were too dull, it couldnt be seen clearly. Wasnt this... way too sexual? There was definitely a conspiracy. Ji Zhiyao stole a look at Mo Huaifeng, intending to reject him seriously. Yet he found that though Mo Huaifengs expression was calm, his fingers were restlessly tapping the table, with not one bit of a rhythm. Pretending? Ji Zhiyao swallowed and feigned a manner of fearing nothing and no one. Thats an agreement, if you lose, call me daddy in front of the entire team! Mo Huaifeng lifted the corner of his lips. Whatever you want. Yet Ji Zhiyao distinctly realized that the rhythm of his tapping had be faster. Damn it, was it really a pretense, intentionally meant to force him to back down now? He knew it! He was so invincible, why would Captain ask for trouble? He was obviously trying to make him retreat in the face of difficulties, then make use of the chance to mock him. Ji Zhiyao nodded, revealing a teasing smile. Captain, then I shall not stand on ceremony with you. Come on, well decide whos the winner and whos the loser in one match. You thought it through? Of course I have. Captain, dont tell me that you want to back out now! Mo Huaifeng sat up straight, his smile moreforting than usual. No,e on. Are you regretting it? Its still not toote. Ji Zhiyao swallowed his saliva again. Had he been fooled by Captain? Probably not... Captain certainly hadnt realized that he had noticed his fingers huh? Fierce in appearance but weak within! Making up his mind, Ji Zhiyao instantly straightened his back with total confidence, pping the table, he said, Lets go! Why not! In my Ji Ritians [1. Making a joke using a viin, Zhao Ritian. A broadcaster had made aedic song, My Name Is Zhao Ritian about him, using the tune of What Makes You Beautiful.] dictionary, theres no such word as regret at all! Mo Huaifeng gave him a speechless nce. Ji Zhiyao rubbed his palms together. Im ready. Mo Huaifengs fingers grasped the controller, a trace of a smile shed through his eyes. Giving in to you, you can shout start. To prevent his Captain from pulling any tricks, Ji Zhiyao did not decline, but went with the flow, stealthily cing the autonomy into his own hands. Alright, 3, 2, 1, start! Chapter 206

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Once he said start, Ji Zhiyao pressed down his start button to turn on the controller in his hand. His expression was as if he was bitterly nursing a deep hatred and looked especially like he was grabbing onto his enemy. Inparison, Mo Huaifeng was much more rxed than Ji Zhiyao. Yet his fingers werent slow at all, with his gaze on the target board, they pressed down on the controls at almost the exact same moment when the lights shed, matching perfectly, one could tell with a look that he was experienced. Two minutes passed, the machine before Ji Zhiyao was the first to disy a pure ck OVER. Two seconds after, Mo Huaifeng put the controller down on his own ord. Meeting Mo Huaifengs amused gaze, Ji Zhiyao instantly wished for death. He was done for, done for. His daddy was indeed still daddy. After nking out for several seconds, Ji Zhiyao suddenly reacted and he pounced towards Mo Huaifeng, yelling, Mo Huaifeng, you lied to me! What did I lie to you about? Mo Huaifeng frowned slightly and reached out to hold the cor of Ji Zhiyaos shirt. Take it easy, words will do, why are you so anxious? Ji Zhiyaos hands that were iling around in mid-air slowly rxed, a head with a question mark above it rose up from between them. It wasnt pretend? What did I pretend to be? Looking at his Captains handsome face that wasplete at his, Ji Zhiyao slowly sunk into despair. So it was him overthinking things earlier on? He was doomed, this was going to cost him his life. Ji Zhiyao bowed his head in despair, while Mo Huaifeng deliberately added insult to injury. Where have I put on a pretense? Why are you so good even with this game? Its not my first time participating in the international league. Oh yes? Oh yes! Mo Huaifeng had definitelye to Japan for training previously, otherwise where else would this person who doesnt watch adult movies learn his amateurish Japanese from? Whats more, his Captain was totally an unconventional existence amongst humans, he would certainly have a memory of all the things that he yed on, how could he have let that slip his mind? Ji Zhiyaos head dropped even lower. Boohoo! Tsk. Captain, can I go back on my words? What do you think? ... I think ye... No way, dont even think about it. What do you do when you start to see ck dots before your eyes? His morals that he had stood by for 20 years, were about to be ruined because of his stupidity. Up till their training for the night ended and everyone was walking back to their hotel, Ji Zhiyao still looked very dispirited. Nuo asked, Whats wrong NoHomo, didnt have enough of putting the rascal kid in his ce? Ji Zhiyao turned slowly towards Nuo, then shook his head. K spoke up. I was nearby at that time and almost witnessed the entire course of things. Let me tell everyone a joke. Tsk. This joke is that, NoHomo, this idiot, made a bet with Captain again! Chuckles and snickers erupted for the rest. Damn! Damn it! What was with this bunch of people, where was the love between teammates? Resentment was stered over Ji Zhiyaos face, while Nuo added fuel to the fire and asked Mo Huaifeng, Captain, what did you guys bet on? Under everyones anticipating gaze, Mo Huaifeng said slowly, Bet on whether his, or daddys butt will hurt tonight. The others were suddenly enlightened. He was too ashamed to show his face anymore. Mo Huaifeng said, Yao-god, keep true to your words, dont forget about it. Damn I got it! Just shut up! His ears were so hot that they were almost cooked as he hastily strode out with his long legs and walked forward quickly, leaving all his teammates behind him. Five minutester, when the rest arrived at their level of amodation,ughing and talking, they realized that Ji Zhiyao was already seated on the tatami, before him was a tea-set that appeared out of nowhere, the teapot was still steaming. Heng rubbed his eyes and shrieked. NoHomo, you alright? Ji Zhiyao smiled. Benefactor, are you willing to share a drink with this old monk? Save it, drinking tea here and pretending to be zen-like wont save you from selling less of your ass. His face instantly fell and he angrily downed all the tea in the teacup. A smile filled Mo Huaifengs eyes the entire time. The stats analyzer interrupted them. Alright, stop fooling around. Quickly pack this up, well discuss the oue of tonights training. Ji Zhiyao stood up and moved the tea table to the side, Xiaofei helped to arrange the seat cushions. A few minutester everyone sat in a circle, the stats analyzer brought out his pen and notebook and tapped Ji Zhiyao. Lets start with NoHomo. To be honest, our understanding of your capabilities is not as deep now, we might have some misconception about you. Ji Zhiyao scratched his head, there was of course no need to conceal things with his teammates, hence he said, Because I practice the speed ss style, all those games I saw today were quite suitable for me. My master said that my current hand speed and reaction capacity can basically tie with Captain, if I perform better than usual itll even be slightly better than Captain. But in the other aspects, I am not. Mo Huaifeng nodded. So formidable? The stats analyzer held the pen cap in his mouth as he wrote swiftly on his notebook. Thats great, after all we only need one director, which Captain already is. What about others? Is there anything else? He nced confusedly at Mo Huaifeng, Mo Huaifeng added, Hes yet toplete his training, after North America, he needs to make another trip back to Korea. Ji Zhiyao nodded fervently. Xiao suddenly asked, Then in just these two aspects, have youpeted against senior A.K? Once this question was voiced, everyone turned their attention to Ji Zhiyao. Ji Zhiyao thought back for a moment, then nodded and said, Yes, but Im nothing like my master. The stats analyzer continued to question. How big is the gap? About... If Master wins three times, I can win once. A look of surprise appeared on the stats analyzers face at once. Three to one, though it doesnt sound any good, but they had to remember that Ji Zhiyao was going against A.K, the one who was the international top jungler for years, the King of Junglers. At the very least, Ji Zhiyao had yet toplete his training with him, there were many more possibilities toe in the future. If he trained for another two months, even if he couldnt tie with A.K, but two to one, should still be doable? The stats analyzer scratched a few lines down again, then looked up. I have a question, NoHomo, has your current style nowpletely be the speed ss style? Ji Zhiyao shook his head decisively. No. Because our team never had someone with the speed ss style, I thought that it wouldnt be suitable to ypletely in that style, so for the past month Ive been figuring out how tobine speed ss with my usual style, trying toe up with one that suits me... Ji Zhiyao said, Master didnt really approve at first, but I got better over time, so he left me alone to figure it out myself. Everyone heaved a sigh of relief, joy evident on their faces. Actually for an eSports battleteam, their greatest fear would be when a position has various styles of ying. In such a case, everyone has to go through adjustments each time the yer changes, it was extremely troublesome. Whats more, Ji Zhiyao wasnt one with a different style, but a different ss, the things that they would have to adjust would only be more and the aspects to grind in would be even more. Hence when Ji Zhiyao said that, they were all very relieved. Chapter 207

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios The stats analyzer gave the final word. When we go to the eSports hub to train tomorrow, all of you y a few matches together, test out the teamwork. Okay, next. Nuo sighed. Theres no need to say it, Im definitely the most problematic one. The machines at the eSports hub are not for me at all, everyone is especially fast, with my reaction capacity, Im barely able to keep up. At the mention of reaction capacity, Ji Zhiyao suddenly thought of certain methods of A.Ks and suggested, At the beginning, when my master wanted to build up my reaction capacity, he used methods like catching a ruler, you can give it a try. Catching a ruler? Throwing with one hand and catching with the other? Ji Zhiyao nodded. Yup. Nuo was sincerely confused. That f*cking works too? Alright, I will go buy a ruler to try it out today. Take your average count. Practice every day, prevents dementia. I am a talented and handsome young man right in prime who hasnt even held a girls hand, how is it possible that I will be senile, dont spout nonsense. In the harmonious and lively atmosphere, the stats analyzer questioned each of them one by one, then everyone put their heads together toe up with solutions... When they were done, Ji Zhiyao stealthily sneaked back to his room before everyone and shut the door. Before he could celebrate that he hadnt been caught by Mo Huaifeng and escaped, his phone in his pocket vibrated. An ill feeling suddenly grew in him. Ji Zhiyao picked out his phone from his pocket, stretched his arm out, holding his phone away before reluctantly sliding open his screen. [DB.MHF: Afraid?] Afraid your ass! Damn it! Ahhhh I backed down, what can you do to me? Come over personally to catch me? [DB.MHF: I can consider.] Ji Zhiyao was stunned, rooted to the ground. What the f*ck! He had shouted towards the screen, what was with his Captain? He could even read thoughts through a screen? [DB.MHF: Your rooms windows arent closed.] ... Sure enough, what else would be better than entrapping yourself? Ji Zhiyao threw his phone down in despair, walked out of his room and went to knock on his Captains door next door. Mo Huaifeng was probably already waiting, he opened the door very quickly. Ji Zhiyaos gaze swept past the small smile on Mo Huaifengs face and instantly flew into the rage, preparing to breathe fire with a yell... Before he could say anything, Mo Huaifeng had covered his mouth and carried him into the room. After closing the door, Mo Huaifeng then let go of him. What are you trying to do, murder your boyfriend? The sound-proofing on this level is not too good, arent you afraid of being overheard? Now theres no one else in the room, whatever you want to say about me, go ahead, dont be afraid. Mo Huaifeng removed his jacket, and lifted a brow at him. Not going to? Ji Zhiyao somehow felt as if a switch on his Captain had been turned on, he seemed very merciless, how would he dare to provoke him now, he cowered into a pile. I dont dare, cant afford to offend you. Tsk. He gripped Ji Zhiyaos wrist and dragged him into the room. Then crashed his lips onto Ji Zhiyaos. Biting again! Ji Zhiyao rolled his eyes, but instead of struggling, he steadily bit him back. Just like this, biting each other, more than ten minutes passed, Mo Huaifeng suddenly rxed his bite, frowned and while Ji Zhiyao wasnt paying attention, grabbed his hand and ced it lower. Ji Zhiyao instantly sobered. Tsk. Damn you! Captain why are you so lewd? Im showing you my treasure and youre still unhappy? Stop moving about, if you continue, I will f*ck you till you cry. More than an hourter. Ji Zhiyaos face was as red as a baboons butt as he dashed into own room from Mo Huaifengs like an escapee. Then he swiftly ran into the bathroom, turned on the shower. After standing in the gushing cold water for half an hour, Ji Zhiyao then finally calmed down thoroughly. He exhaustedly changed into fresh clothes and returned to his room. As he walked past the living room, he stopped and bowed his head to stare at the fruit knife on the table, pondering over the possibility of certain tentative ideas bing reality. After thinking it through for a good few minutes, he pursed his lips and turned to sneak back into his room. Forget it, forget it, life still has to go on. ... The next morning. Because of a habit formed from training with A.K, Ji Zhiyao was up really early. After washing up, he walked out to the tatami where they had agreed to gather at yesterday. Yet the tatami waspletely empty. Ji Zhiyao sat on it and brought out his phone to send texts. [MelonRind: Wake up brothers!] [MelonRind: Damn, all of you are still sleeping?] [MelonRind: Whats wrong with you bunch of inte-addicted youths? Cant all of you keep the habit of early to bed, early to rise to train well?] Yet there wasnt a single living thing in the group chat, Ji Zhiyao waited for a long while and no one responded. He was so infuriated that heid down on the tatami, ying with his phone to entertain himself while waiting. Another half an hour passed, Ji Zhiyao sat up abruptly. He was starving. He stopped waiting, deciding to go downstairs to get breakfast before anything else. Ji Zhiyao took the elevator down to the fourth level, it was where the hotel provided breakfast. He took a te and served himself some fried eggs and toast and took a ss of milk, then casually found a seat to settle down and have his breakfast. There happened to be lots of peopleing down for breakfast at this time, hence the empty seats in the cafeteria grew fewer and fewer. As Ji Zhiyao was taking up a table for four alone, he was slightly embarrassed and hurriedly finished his remaining half a slice of bread in one mouthful, then put his te away and returned upstairs. The tatami was still empty, but there were already replies in the group chat. [Rich Man Ning: Is the sun rising in the West? Now its NoHomo waking us up?] [MelonRind: All of you are really toozy, I strongly rmend drawing up a timetable to make everyone wake up on time. The international league is approaching!] [DB.MHF: Agreed.] When Ji Zhiyao saw Mo Huaifengs WeChat disy picture appear, his chest felt so tight that he almost dumped his phone right away. Calming his nerves, he returned to the chat. [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: To be honest with all of you, I still have a joke today that I want to share with you guys.] [MelonRind: Whats with this sudden ill feeling that I have?] [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: Your sixth sense is really sharp. Thats right it is something to do with you.] [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: After all I am in the room next to yours, am I right?] It suddenly struck Ji Zhiyao. That few yells fromst night, since Mo Huaifeng heard them, doesnt that mean that Nuo heard everything too? [LittlePrinceDominatingTheNorth-East: May I ask our Yao-god, you hollered so loudlyst night saying that you were afraid, just what is it that made you suddenly admit your fear?] F*ck. Nuos words shocked the few others, the group chat was bustling as his atrocious friends delightfully discussed the matter, Ji Zhiyao was upset from reading their messages. Chapter 208

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Just as he was flushed with shame and couldnt stand it any longer, Mo Huaifeng suddenly sent a message in the group chat Gather within five minutes, one minutete, one month of sry will be deducted, setting off chaos amongst everyone including Yuan Wei and the coach, and so no one continued asking Ji Zhiyao all those questions. Ji Zhiyao rxed at once. Seems like, with the exception of certain asions, Captain was still very biased to him. Since that was the case, for those things that they had donest night regardless of whether they should have or not, he shall bring himself to forgive Captain. Anyway, he would have to face it sooner orter, right? Cough. Five minutester, Nuo was thest to arrive at the tatami with a hand lifting his pants and a foot slopping in his track shoes. Seeing that everybody was here, the stats analyzer stood up. Lets first find a ce to get brunch, well be spending the whole afternoon in the eSports hub to work hard on training. This suggestion was widely weed. Hence Ji Zhiyao who had just had breakfast not too long ago was dragged to have another meal. Having eaten and drank their fill, they walked into the eSports hub and asked for a room for battleteams topete at the counter, the staff led them into their room. There was a total of 10puters in the room, the stats analyzer told everyone to settle down, then said, Xiao hold on first. NoHomo, you y a match with the rest, let me take a look. Ji Zhiyao nodded then found his seat to sit down. There was something different about Heroes again, this time they faced aplete Japanese version. Yet to everyone in Mix, as the corresponding meaning of every icon was already inscribed on their memory, there was totally nothing to fear. As the usual Japanese version differed from the Korean and Chinese ones and it was too troublesome to yet again create more alternate ounts, the stats analyzer applied for five Japanese alternate ounts from the club, all of which were at the Challenger rank, who knew which corner the club actually dug them out from. As it was only a daily training match, they picked a rtively more casual lineup. Very soon, the countdown ended and the match began. Ji Zhiyao watched the mini-map while controlling his assassin in white to move towards the jungle. After he had harvested two creeps and the first wave of red buffs, he said into the ear-mic, The opposing jungler has gone missing, Heng beware of the bushes around the middlene. Heng: Theres no one here for now, he probably went to counter-jungle, you okay? Ji Zhiyao: Yeah, dont worry. The positions of the remaining four opponents were all on the little map, only the jungler was missing. Since it was just one opponent, he could totally handle it. Ji Zhiyao released an auto-attack towards a bush near the blue buff, as expected a figure leapt out. He unhurriedly dodged the attacks, while closing the gap between himself and the opposing jungler. The opposing jungler was very sharp, swiftly moving backwards when he sensed that something was wrong. Yet at this time Ji Zhiyao rose to level three, his second ability was upgraded, with a flicker and his fingers swiftly running back and forth on the keyboard, he instantly rounded to the back of the jungler and killed him. This was also the first blood of the match. Once the sound effect sounded, Heng marveled, Our Yao-god has be the representative of first blood, how is Captain and I supposed to feel as the two damage dealing centers. Ji Zhiyao did not speak. The stats analyzer gave Heng a knock on his head with his clipboard. If you continue to have so much dissolute talk, you can stay at the back to stare at the water dispenser. Ji Zhiyao exhaled deeply. Fortunately he did not speak earlier, otherwise wouldnt he be the other one to suffer a hit too? Though he was always letting himself free in his mind, his hands didnt slow down at all. As the jungler was not in the opponents jungle for now, he dashed off to go counter-jungle. Yet the opponents were Challengers after all, Ji Zhiyao had just made his way there and the opposing ADC had already sent a signal to gather his teammates. Ji Zhiyao thought for a moment and silently retreated back into his own territory again. At this time Nuo had groped his way to the middlene to support Heng, Ji Zhiyao nced at K and his Captain who were both lonely at helpless at the top and bottomnes and decisively headed for the bottomne. K: Damn NoHomo have you still got any sense of brotherhood? All you have in your eyes is Captain, what about me? My abilities are about to be totally depleted by the opposing ADC. Ji Zhiyao yed possum. Since when, youre obviously as firm as a rock in your 1v2. Captain is an elderly who cannot carry, Ive got to go to the bottomne to carry him to victory. K: Heh, adulterous male. Ji Zhiyao pretended that he didnt hear anything at all and happily made his way to the bottomne to find his Captain. Mo Huaifeng was taking the opposing topner on, already at the critical moment, only needing the finishing move, Mo Huaifeng released hisst ultimate ability. Yet Ji Zhiyao suddenly leaped out of the bush, as he was too fast, he struck before Mo Huaifeng and took the kill. As such, the international no. 3 ADC Fi-gods ultimate ability formally fell through. Mo Huaifeng went quiet. Ji Zhiyao coughed. Um, Captain, I forgot that Im on fire wheels right now, that was purely an ident. Mo Huaifeng: Scram back to the jungle. In the midst of the others heartlessughter, the jungler-ADC team up officially announced their break up. The match was slowly progressing, though the topne was untouched, yet Heng and Mo Huaifeng had already pushed to the second turret in their respectivenes with the support of Ji Zhiyao and Nuo. At this point Mo Huaifeng nced at the gold stats and said, Jungler go deal with the dragons. Jungler Ji Zhiyao: Alright, yes sir. Heng: There are people beside the little dragon, need me toe with you? Ji Zhiyao zoomed out the map and realized that there wear indeed two people who were on the little dragon and thus said, Sure, I dont have any armor equipment now, lets go together. Hence Heng followed behind Ji Zhiyao, the team set to fight the dragon grew to a duo. Yet Ji Zhiyao who had bought three pairs of elerated boots was really too fast, Heng could not keep up. Ji Zhiyao arrived by the little dragon and struck out in all directions, releasing all of his abilities, but there wasnt any reinforcement behind him, as he abilities were in cooldown, he was directly stunned and killed by the opposing midner. Ji Zhiyao: Too tragic. The ones who hear about this will be saddened and the ones who watched will wept. Heng: Brother, youve got wings on your feet. As long as your speed is fast, no one can catch up to you? Ji Zhiyao: I forgot to take into consideration the actual situation, this was purely an ident. After he was killed, Heng did not dare to take on two opponents alone, in the end the little dragon was taken away. Meanwhile Ji Zhiyao had not respawned and hurriedly called out to the rest, I still have 20 seconds to respawn, help me to watch over the big dragon, dont let that bunch of mutts from oppositey their hands on it! Mo Huaifeng: Ill do it. He gave up helping to push down thest turret in the middlene and hid in the bushes slightly closer to the big dragon to wait for Ji Zhiyao. In a moment, the opposing ADC and jungler came closer, seeming like they were here for the big dragon. Ji Zhiyao stared at the respawn countdown, his expression constipated. Yet Mo Huaifeng amply demonstrated the stability of an elderly ADC and did not let either one of them get a step closer. Just then, Ji Zhiyao finally respawned and came stealthily from their back, both of them worked together to finish off the two enemies and kill the big dragon. This 5v5 match ended there. The stats analyzer did not say anything, only instructing them to start another match. Hence Ji Zhiyao stood up from his seat, the jungler became Xiao. Heng remained unmoved. Chapter 209 Chapter 209: Untitled Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Their regr match with Xiao ying was slightly more stablepared to having Ji Zhiyao on. There were also no problems in the cooperation between the members; as a team they were considered the slow and steady type. The match ended very quickly, and the stats analyzer gathered everyone at the sofa and asked, How does it feel? Mo Huaifeng frowned as he looked towards Ji Zhiyao. Hes too fast, we still need adjustments to our teamwork. Nuo said, Let me talk about myself first. For that match I chose a health regen support, hes considered a support with slightly higher speed but I distinctly felt that I could not keep up with NoHomos steps, even if I want to regen his health I cant. And earlier on when NoHomo took Captains kill and the part where he went for the dragon with Heng, Im sure everyone saw, NoHomo forgot that his movement speed was fast, Captain did not react in time, Heng couldnt keep up, we werepletely disjointed towards the end. Heng nodded in agreement. Ji Zhiyao scratched his head. Previously when I yed with my random teammates, Id always gone with pure speed, I didnt realize it in the moment. K said, I think he still has to decrease his speed. But the stats analyzer did not approve. If he decreases his speed, wouldnt NoHomos speed ss training be in vain? That wont do. Tell you what NoHomo, go and study your masters old videos in detail, see how he works with his team. And learn from it? Ji Zhiyao nodded. In actual fact he had essentially watched all of A.Ks old videos, other than A.Ks chemistry with his team, as the battleteams director and primary damage dealer, everyone else, including the ADC had to do their best to work with A.K, hence he did not even need to consider that much. Yet to Ji Zhiyao, it was too unrealistic to get the others to work with him. Hence, he had to consider how to raise his own awareness in cooperation. After all speed ss was something that he insisted on learning and something that he brought into the team. Ji Zhiyao sighed. Vexing. Its generally these problems, you guys think it through, dont move like bandits wiping out a ce all the time. The stats analyzer said a bit more and noticed that Ji Zhiyao was spacing out. He sent Mo Huaifeng a look, Mo Huaifeng understood it and walked with him to the corner. The stats analyzer said, Captain, what do you think of NoHomos current condition? Not bad, based on his handling alone he ranks within the top 10 on the international rankings. But with his cooperation, its not enough to rank well. The stats analyzer instantly turned rueful. I thought I was the only one weighed down with worry, turns out you have the same thoughts too... What should we do, we dont have much time left, Im especially worried that NoHomo wont be able to adjust his condition. Theres no need to worry. Training has not ended at present, he will be able to adjust in time. Mo Huaifeng paused for a moment, then continued, Besides, no matter what, Xiao is the legal wife, what are you worried about? Indeed, theres nothing wrong with what you said. Fortunately Xiaos wrist has recovered, otherwise our team would probably be the first battleteam in the world to have two jungler reserves at the same time. Extravagance and greater prestige when one has more money, nothing wrong. Mo Huaifengughed. But Im a little worried that NoHomo will split hairs. ording to his personality, anything he is set on he will not give up until there is no way out, I reckon this problem about cooperation will follow him for quite some time. Facts proved the problem that the stats analyzer was worried about. The next day, Ji Zhiyao stopped training on the various programs with the rest, but asked to stay at the hotel to study tactics by himself. As he did not know much about speed ss, both the coach and stats analyzer were powerless and could only approve to allow Ji Zhiyao to figure things out himself. Mo Huaifeng also did not say anything. As Captain, caring about every member and ensuring his own training hours was also his responsibility, it was impossible for him to stick next to Ji Zhiyao every day. Ji Zhiyao stayed in his room alone and turned on hisptop. As he did not have any leads, the things that he studied were very mixed. They included various livestreammentaries by professional or non-professional yers, analysis of tactics and all sorts ofpetitions that his master A.K had yed in the past. He took down notes while watching. His whole day was a real spin, and didnt even manage to get dinner in time. Close to midnight, the other members of Mix returned from the eSports hub and brought some food with them. Mo Huaifeng headed straight to Ji Zhiyaos room and rang the doorbell. Very soon, Ji Zhiyao with totally bloodshot eyes, opened the door for Mo Huaifeng. Mo Huaifeng involuntarily frowned, but did notment, only handing the bag in his hand over to Ji Zhiyao. Brought some sushi, have some. Ji Zhiyaos eyes lit up as he took it and swiftly open the packaging. Happened to be a little hungry and didnt know what to eat. Thanks Captain for the timely help. How is it going? Ji Zhiyao swallowed a whole mouthful of sushi, and said inartictely, Still nothing, but I feel like I know which direction to go towards already. Dont worry Captain, if it really doesnt work out, I can call my Master and get him to guide me over the line. I still have to continue watching the videos so I shall not walk you out, bye Captain. With a click, the door closed. Mo Huaifeng who had the door closed on him, who originally still wanted to have a good talk with Ji Zhiyao about the various experiences of life was dazed. He was better off just going to bed. ... For an entire months time, Ji Zhiyao was mostly in his own room. Only when he had to maintain his hand speed and reaction capacity, he would go to the eSports hub with the team every three or five days, making his entire person extremely busy. Yet at the end of the month, a few days before they were set to leave Japan, Ji Zhiyao finally ended his isted training. The first thing he did was to bring the whole team to a hotpot ce in Chinatown and treated everyone to a meal. Then in the merry atmosphere, he suggested, Shall we y a match of 5v5 together this afternoon? The others were stunned, while Xiao let out augh. Son, youve figured out a way? Ji Zhiyao nodded. Got some clues, I want to try it out. Everyone indicated that they had no objections. The stats analyzer also grew interested. Then lets take it as a farewell match, I hope you guys treasure thest of your beautiful times in Japan. The teams to invite to North America have been settled, you guys will bepeting everyday once you arrive there. All the Mix members instantly wore a funeral face as if newly bereft of both parents, even Mo Huaifeng was frowning, looking not at all pleased. North Americas style was already really hardy, if they were topete every day... It would virtually be trying to kill them. Yet this was the clubs arrangement, there were indeed many well-known eSports yers in North America, hence everyone could only choose to ept it. After lunch, toply with Ji Zhiyaos vehement request, the whole group headed to the eSports hub and asked for a room that battleteams used topete. The oue of the match surprised everyone. This time round, their teamwork was much betterpared to the one where they still had many problems to tackle. Ji Zhiyao had also gone from an individual speed ss style to integrating 80% of himself into the whole team. Chapter 210

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios At the end of the match, though it wasnt especially natural and smooth, everyone was very excited. Mo Huaifeng gave a sinct summary. Our countrys cream of the crop. Ji Zhiyao chuckled. Really? Tsk. Hisughter was really demonic. After Ji Zhiyao was done, he swapped with Xiao for a match, whereas Xiaofei took over Heng for two matches. They yed four matches, whether it was because the opponents that they were matched with were too weak or what, everyones condition was unexpectedly good, they thrashed everyone... Yuan Wei revealed a gratifying smile after seeing that. Finally being worthy of the high cost amodation from the club, I did not be a mother in vain too. The stats analyzer chimed in. And me, I distinctly felt that my hairline has been raised a few cm higherpared to the time before training began. You bunch of troublesome rascals, if the training still continues, I will have to buy hair-growing shampoo already. The two of them took turns to voice theirints in a super loud voice. Initially it was to let those mutts behind them hear and reflect on their conversation. Yet the 7 peoples fighting will was surging and they were so loud and chaotic amongst themselves that no one bothered with these other two. Yuan Wei and the stats analyzer met eyes in despair. They had booked a flight for the next morning, to fly directly to North America. Hence when they arrived back at the hotel, everyone who had to pack their belongings went ahead, as they prepared to leave. ... A monthter Incheon International Airport, Seoul, Korea. Two tall and slim boys wearing baseball caps and ck masks walked out from the airport, dragging their suitcases. Their countenances were rxed as they appeared to be talking about something. Mo Huaifeng asked, Are you happy? What? Mo Huaifeng lifted his eyes and looked towards Ji Zhiyao impassively. I gave up my break time for you, I travel thousands of miles for love, you are the one and only in my eyes and my heart. Goosebumps sprouted all over Ji Zhiyaos body from hearing his corny words, shaking his body he said in disdain, Captain, who did you learn these clich cheesy sayings from? Thoroughly disgusting. Mo Huaifengs expression instantly turned nk as he frowned in confusion. You dont like it? Duh, Im a man, why would I like this? Then I shall not read it anymore. You secretly read p*rn? No. Its called 1001 Sweet Sayings by the Heart-Stealing CEO, Nuo rmended it. Ji Zhiyao silently cursed at Nuo the mutt in his heart while warmly and kindly saying, Please, dont use these to insult my ears. If this went on, his sexual orientation might go from gay to straight, not to mention that he would probably feel traumatized once he saw Mo Huaifengs face. Damn, fooled by Nuo again. Mo Huaifengs gaze was cold, no one knew what he came to his mind as his lips suddenly curled up into a cold smile. Ji Zhiyao reached out and gged down a taxi, then dragged Mo Huaifeng on. As the taxi was streaking down the streets, heading to A.Ks ce, Ji Zhiyao brought out his phone and sent A.K a text. What he sent was Korean words that had been tranted from Chinese in app beforehand, so A.K would certainly be able to understand. After some time, his phone vibrated. Ji Zhiyao lifted the screen, took a nce and suddenly became dumbfounded. Mo Huaifeng questioned, Whats wrong? I suspect A.Ks phone has been stolen. He sent me a string of English alphabet, thats nothing, the most important part is that when these letters are put together, it bes f*cking Chinese pinyin 1 ? Hows that possible? Hed known A.K for four to five years, why had he never known that he had this hidden ability? Mo Huaifeng drew Ji Zhiyaos phone from his hand and looked at the screen. Then he went silent. It was indeed a string of pinyin, when put together it was Got it rascal, I wille down in a while to fetch you. What the hell? Ji Zhiyaos right hand reached out beneath Mo Huaifengs jaw. Due to the sudden urrence of an incident, please allow me to inquire from Fi-god on behalf of the masses: As a child prodigy, may I know how long you took to learn the Chinese pinyin? Mo Huaifeng was silent for a while, before he replied uncertainly, Its been too long. I learned it in primary school, about three weeks? Alright, then herees the question. As a locally born and bred Chinese who grew up with thenguage from a young age, even after learning the pinyin in two weeks you might not be able to match the pinyin with the correct words and meanings within two years. Then as a Korean close to 30 years of age who doesnt know anything about thenguage, in about less than two months since we left, A.K could actually use pinyin to proficiently express his own thoughts. What do you want to say? Its either hes been possessed by the Megrez star [1. One of the seven stars in the Big Dipper constetion. In Chinese belief, each star represents a disposition of the Lord of Big Dipper. The Megrez star rules in writing, examinations etc.], or youre an idiot. When they arrived at A.Ks little apartment, Mo Huaifeng alighted first and sessfully conversed with A.K before Ji Zhiyao managed to. Youve been learning Chinese for the past two months? Mm. Mo Huaifengs countenance remained unchanged and his heartbeat steady, yet in actual fact his entire heart filled with troubles on top of marveling over A.Ks unbelievable ability. A.K learned the Chinesenguage in two months and could even type pinyin... Could it be that he was really a fool? Yet A.K appeared to be even more troubled then he was, a big heap of Korean came tumbling out once he opened his mouth... The longer Mo Huaifeng listened on, the calmer his face became. Towards the end, he even gave a cold sneer. Ji Zhiyao was curious. Captain, what did Master say? You want to know? Ji Zhiyao nodded fervently. If I learn the secrets of sess from Master, who knows I might be able to enhance my gift and have easy wins anytime. Hed actually only learned several expressions for daily use, the others are all revolving around Heroes, for example how to banter and curse at people. His reason seems to be because each time he scolds you, you dont seem to be affected much after I trante it for you, or I totally leave it out. He finds it less satisfying so he wants to scold you personally. Hes been studying diligently and practicing hard for two months and has been rather fruitful, for example, things like you are trash, bastard jungler why are you not going to thenes have you been nted in the jungle, he already has a collection. Then herees the question, right now, who do you think is the fool? What the hell was all this? Yet Mo Huaifeng might have felt very happy due to the fact that he had been indirectly proven to not be a fool. As they were walking towards the attic where they used to stay in, he still kept asking, Trash do you need me to carry your case for you? Ji Zhiyao really wanted to swing his own suitcase into Mo Huaifengs face. They settled in, then went downstairs. Who knew what Mo Huaifeng said to A.K, but he finally stopped showing off his inept Chinese. Instead he told Mo Huaifeng to help him ask, We begin the next leg of training tomorrow? Ji Zhiyao nodded. If its convenient for Master, the sooner the better. A.K continued to question, After these two months of training with your team, are there any thoughts that you have? Many gains, many ideas too, trying to carry them up step by step now. But I keep feeling that theres something amiss in some aspects. Ji Zhiyao scratched his head. Master, Ive quite a lot of parts that I want to ask for your guidance. A.K stood up directly, Mo Huaifeng also followed and said to Ji Zhiyao, He said to go to the training room for a detailed talk. Ji Zhiyao naturally had no objections. They walked into the training room and sat down, Ji Zhiyao gave A.K a rundown of everything regarding his situation that he could think about, A.K was in deep thought for a while, then he smiled. He has met such problems too, but he has always figured out the answer by himself. Mo Huaifeng said, Some solutions somehow needs to be tested out yourself, genuine knowledgees from practice, things that others tell you, will not be as good as something figured out by yourself. So what does Master mean by this? Cant tell? Do whatever you like, its none of my business, stay away from me. Captain, that line was obviously something you added by yourself. Tsk, with my character, would I do such a thing? Ji Zhiyao hesitated for a moment and nodded. Ji Zhiyao still looked to be slightly lost, Mo Huaifeng reached out and put an arm around his shoulder. A.K is right in doing so. Since youve chosen to integrate speed ss, instead of practicing the pure speed ss style, then it might not be suitable if he gives you his method in totality. Ji Zhiyao nodded. Captain was right. Youve already made progress and subsequently, youve got to rely on yourself too. Ji Zhiyao bowed his head, lost in thought for a moment, before he smiled at Ji Zhiyao. Captain, I would like to think about some things alone. Mo Huaifeng agreed and dragged A.K who had his head in the clouds as he watched them out with him. Ji Zhiyaos fingers rested on the edge of the table, tapping irregrly on the surface, evidently in deep thought about something. In a little while, he smiled. In his eyes was a light that had never been. From an amateur rookie to number 32 on the international jungler rankings, from a temporary reserve to a starter shouldering the main responsibility because of Xiaos hand injury... Hed sessfully lived through everything, what else did he have to fear now? ... 3 September. Mix base was bustling with activity early in the morning. The living room on the 1st level was piled with suitcases, Yuan Wei was like a mother, counting them while putting anti-lost cors on each one of them. The few others yawned leisurely with their bed hair as they ate the breakfast that Yuan Wei had brought. Ji Zhiyao took a bite of his sandwich as he stared fixedly at his phones screen. He saw something that made himment incoherently, Damn, is today the day where the confirmed participating battleteams for the international league are announced? I just saw Tall Boots battleteams publicity stills on Weibo. Let me have a look. K was right behind Ji Zhiyao and poked his head out from behind for a nce, then said very sourly, What the hell, is this set of photos half as good-looking as ours for the national qualifiers? Also why do all of them look so dark? Did they go to India for training? Ji Zhiyao almost spat his sandwich out, coughing, he said, Are you having a morning temper coupled with not being totally awake? Why are you so mean? K interrupted indignantly, Well, they took our spot and even posted on Weibo to celebrate it when we were setting off for Korea. Theyre going too far. At the thought of it, Ji Zhiyao realized that K made sense too. Hence he bowed his head to nce at his screen, then nodded. How ugly. The others were speechless. Yuan Wei stood up from his squatting position while rolling his eyes. When can you bunch of idiots graduate from kindergarten? Ill just ask his question, if you were given a spot to participate in the international league without doing anything would you take it? Ji Zhiyao and K spoke in one voice, Of course, why not? Then what are you guys b*tching about, quickly finish your breakfast ande help me tidy things up here! Am I not f*cking tired squatting here alone? Yet Ji Zhiyao did not want to move and sat there grinning without a word. Just then Mo Huaifeng walked past, Ji Zhiyao stretched his leg out to kick his leg, intending to get him to go help on his behalf, yet Mo Huaifeng held his back and turned back to look at him. Honey, youre so wicked. I did not go to your roomst night because of work, hence do not be jealous. What? After hearing those lines, Nuo buried his face deeply in his arms. Yet pretending to be frightened was of no use, Mo Huaifeng reached out and tapped Nuo very quickly. He was the one who showed it to me, this time it was what... Pampered Queen in The Cold Pce. What the f*ck? Why is it you again? He grabbed a cushion and pounced onto Nuos side to beat him, Nuo dodged as he ran, at the same timeining while almost in tears, You cant me me, who knew Captain would copy the leads way of speaking once he reads novels? What kind of trashy shoring is that! With the exception of Ji Zhiyao who looked like he was wishing for death, the entire house was bursting withughter. Yuan Wei put on the final few tags, Alright, boys, calm down. We still have to fight a battle of wits and courage with the bunch of reporterster, save some strength please. The atmosphere instantly quietened down. Ji Zhiyaos smile turned weak and he met Mo Huaifengs eyes. Heng leaned back with a wail and grumbled unhappily, Whats up with that bunch of people? How long has it been since Captain and NoHomos incident and they still biting onto it, each of them are behaving like entertainment reporters, is there something wrong with their brains? After their training ended, everyone else with the exception of Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyao had secretly returned home ahead of them. They stayed at the base for a few days, but because Mixs van started to be put to use to head out to purchase goods, a bunch of eSports reporters sensed the movement and more began to stay outside their base. Everyone forwarded this information to Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyao. Yet on the day that they had mentally prepared themselves to return, the door of the vi was almost pushed open by the eSports reporter. While theyd already mentally prepared themselves, they still did not expect there to be so many people. Though due to the Mix members living in seclusion for the past few days, the amount of reporters outside had lessened. Yet because the following day was the start of the international league qualifiers, the reporters outside started to grow in numbers again, everyone wanted to be right at the front to get exclusive news. Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyao, these two professional yers, were shocking in the eyes of the public. Nothing else needed to be mentioned, just the two days where they came out publicly and then deactivated their Weibo ounts to give up their fans after professing their love for each other was enough to attract attention. Literally enough to kill. At the thought of Mix bases predicament in the past few days, Ji Zhiyao was terribly troubled, leaning on the back of the sofa, he said unhappily, Shall we dig a tunnel for the base? Yuan Wei gave him a knock on his head. As Ji Zhiyao wailed out loud, Yuan Wei said, What are you going to use to dig? A shovel? Mo Huaifeng looked down and nced at his watch. Its almost time, lets go. Everyone stood up in session, Yuan Wei gave the driver a call and exchanged some words, then hung up and said, Okay, the van is about to be driven in, we can head out now. They dragged their luggage to the doorway, then changed their shoes one by one, before pulling the door open. All at once a huge crowd of figures rushed forward, mingled with questions like Are Fi-god and Yao-god nning to get married? or Because of the two professional yers Fi and Yao who did not adhere to the rules, Mix lost the qualification topete, may I know if anyone has any resentment? It was so noisy that it was scary. Yuan Wei made a prompt decision. You guys leave with the van first, I will call and get someone toe transport the luggage. Everyone had no objections and hurriedly boarded the van safely with the help of the bodyguards that the club had hired beforehand. Once the door was shut, everyone heaved a sigh of relief. Xiaofei wiped the cold sweat that had broken out on his forehead. That was way too horrible. If it wasnt for the fact there were a few bodyguards blocking the way, they probably would have been forced to lose an arm or a leg to those mad reporters. A few minutester, Yuan Wei sent a text in the group chat, and announced that he and the luggage had sessfully boarded another van. Everyone was finally relieved. There was still another two and a half hours to their takeoff time, they were totally in time. An hourter. The van arrived at the airport. As there was Mixs exclusive red and white team logo on both sides of the van, it was especially eye-catching. Almost as soon as the van came to a stop, there were already several onlookers passing by who recognized this logo and stopped to pull out their phones to film. But fortunately this crowd was merely filming and taking photos and were not so wild as toe forward and block their way. Although everyone wasnt in too good a mood, this was still tolerable. When they got their boarding passes and entered the VIP lounge, they then recovered and copsed onto the chairs one after another. Nuo grumbled, This is way too tiring. From here we can see that its really not easy being a celebrity. I prefer being an unknown eSports yer, and not being virtually like Xuanzang meat, everyone who sees it covets it. K rebutted, Do you have no idea, havent you always been an unknown yer? What celebrity Xuanzang meat? Has anyone looked at you throughout the whole way? Ji Zhiyao agreed, Exactly, they were obviously looking at Captain and me. Youre at most a second senior that the little demons identally captured. Captain what do you think? Very logical. The others aptly expressed their desire to puke. They sat around for some time, before a dispirited Yuan Wei walked in hurriedly through the entrance. Ji Zhiyao saw that he wasnt looking too good and even specially cleared out the seat between Captain and himself for Yuan Wei. Yuan Wei sat down and panted heavily before saying, Damn it, Im dead tired. Dealing with entertainment reporters isnt even as terrible as dealing with this bunch of reporters. Why arent they concerned about the big things in China eSports, or Tall Boots whos about to represent China in the league, why are they crowding around us every day? Mo Huaifeng asked, You went to deal with them? Where would I have the leisure to? After you guys left, I went in right away and shut the front door, onlying out when the car that I called for arrived. Mo Huaifeng nodded. Its been tough on you. Ji Zhiyao patted his back. Brother Yuan Wei drink some water and cool down. Think about it, it would be more frightening if they didnt surround us, by then, wouldnt we really have be has-beens? Yuan Weis mood instantly went from cloudy to clear. Thats the logic, youre very right. Mo Huaifeng consoled them. When the international league ends, everything will be fine. In another two months time, the dust will be settling. As long as they ced in the top few positions... A gleam of a dim light shed through Mo Huaifengs eyes. At the mention of the international league, everyone could not help but sigh, especially K, Nuo and Heng, the few who had already participated once in the previous league. Heng yed with his fingers as he said, In this case, Im 23 this year, seems like Im about to retire. Nuo rebuked him, Captain is a year older than you and hes still healthy and strong, an elder with great aspirations, what are you anxious about? Ji Zhiyao was doubled withughter over Nuos use of the two idioms, Mo Huaifeng frowned and made direct eye contact with Nuo. Youre very displeased with me recently? Nuo instantly cowered. Captain what are you thinking about? Of course not. Yet Nuo wasnt wrong. 24 years of age, to eSports professionals was considered slightly older. Everyone in the scene knew that the peak of eSports yers was between 19 to 22 years old. Mo Huaifeng was 24 this year and his skills were still at his peak standards, it was already a very superb condition. But no matter skilled Mo Huaifeng was, in a few years time, his condition would definitely decline. ording to his personality, when he was no longer able to carry the battleteam, he would definitely choose to retire. By then, they would no longer have the days where they trembled under the dominance of Mo Huaifeng, but everyone is together, leading iparably carefree lives. The atmosphere suddenly turned depressed. In the twinkling of an eye, Ji Zhiyao said with due seriousness, What are all of you think about? My Captain, when alive, would be a member of Mix, when dead, would be a corpse of Mix, after he retires, he will probably remain as a big Boss in the club or be a coach, are all of you still afraid of not being able to see him then? Mo Huaifeng darted a nce at Ji Zhiyao, Ji Zhiyao red back confidently, then Mo Huaifeng nodded his head. With the exception of his words sounding slightly unpleasant, he was right in all other senses. The stats analyzer spoke up, Hey, thats too much. We havent even yed the international league and each one of you is talking about retiring here, have you ever considered my feelings? Why not tell me first, which position are we nning to ce in for the league? K very naturally guided the mes onto Ji Zhiyao. This should but of course be dered by our generally acknowledged king of crosstalk, Yao-god. If we dont willfully bring out any frivolous sh*tty handling, and Nuo doesnt steal the red buff, we ought to end up in the top three. Nuo jolted upright. NoHomo, Im right here watching on and you still cued me, are you still human? Mo Huaifeng instantly looked towards him darkly, Whats your guess? Sorry! Ji Zhiyao said triumphantly, Trashy Nuo, could you please take my backer into consideration before you speak next time. Nuo felt very aggrieved. They chatted for some time in the lounge before Yuan Wei checked the time and announced that it was time for boarding. Hence everyone took their belongings and left the VIP lounge. Boarding came very quickly. On his third time aboard a flight to Korea, Ji Zhiyaos mood aspared to before, now shared a subtle difference. Nervousness, anticipation and excitement. When Ji Zhiyaos two months of individual training in Korea ended and he was about to leave for home, A.K specially said some words to him, that he remembered till this moment. Im very d to have such a disciple like you who loves eSports wholeheartedly. I believe Mix Battleteam will turn the tables, and go even further. Dont worry, dont be nervous, when the actualpetition begins, I will go to the venue to cheer for you. This paragraph was something that A.K drilled into himself diligently and said to him in not very proficient Chinese with a Korean ent. To be able to meet a Master like A.K who gave him everything he knew, was his honor. Ji Zhiyao shut his eyes lightly, then reached out and grabbed Mo Huaifengs hand on his left side. Mo Huaifeng was slightly surprised, but returned the hold very quickly. Ji Zhiyao lifted the corner of his lips. Theres Captain, K, Nuo, Heng, Xiao, Xiaofei, Yuan Wei, the stats analyzer and coach with him... They were all working hard together, what was unachievable? Ji Zhiyao, fight on. ... A few hours passed, the whole group got off the ne, then found the vehicle that they had booked beforehand outside the airport and headed straight to their hotel. The qualifiers were set to begin the day after tomorrow at therge hall, they had plenty of time, so after arriving at the hotel, everyone leisurely unpacked their belongings, seeming rather rxed and at ease. Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng were sharing a room. The qualifiers for the international league was to be held at the nearby hall in theing few days, the amount of audience here to spectate surged, so there wasnt enough rooms in the hotel. By the time they made their booking, it was already toote, there were only six double rooms left, exactly enough for them, they couldnt be luxurious even if they wanted to. When they were allocating rooms, Mo Huaifeng said with an unperturbed face, Ill share with NoHomo. Everyone else teased. Hence with everyones mentality of teasing and fulfilling his request, Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng were allocated the same room. Ji Zhiyao was working as a porter, he brought all the clothes in the suitcase then ced them into the closet. Mo Huaifeng was princely inparison, after casually cing his suitcase in the corner, he brought out hisptop and plugged in his headphones to watch videos. Although no one spoke, or helped, the atmosphere wasnt awkward at all, but unspeakably cozy. When Ji Zhiyao was done unpacking, he settled beside Mo Huaifeng. Captain, what are you looking at? The international league has its confirmed list of participating battleteams. Mo Huaifeng casually pushed hisptop towards Ji Zhiyaos side. A total of 20 battleteams, 8 from Korea, 6 from North America, 6 from all the other countries. And other 6 spots unconfirmed. Ji Zhiyao was struck mute. So many from Korea? Mo Huaifeng nodded. So about this set quota for spots, how is it decided? Thebined strength of the countrys eSports and number of yers with international rankings. Ji Zhiyao wore a confused look. This means, for the spots that China held, he and Captain had partly contributed? Then China eSports Association was truly too much! Mo Huaifeng knew what Ji Zhiyao was thinking with one look at his expression, patting his shoulder in constion, he said, We ought to, dont mind that. No matter what, they were all Chinese. Ji Zhiyao nodded. Mo Huaifeng then added, Looking at it from another point of view, if Tall Boots holds a spot and we earn another, theres a greater chance of China cing. Ji Zhiyao pursed his lips and nodded again. Mo Huaifeng could see that he was still quite unhappy, hence he stopped talking, only rubbing his head. Ji Zhiyao forcefully cheered himself up. What time do startpeting the day after tomorrow? It starts at 9 AM. Weve got to be there at 8:30 AM to draw lots. The timing is still fine. Oh yes, did you calcte how many matches we have to y? I have not yed in the qualifiers so Im not too sure, there should be new rules. Mo Huaifeng said, But I know there are a total of 30 battleteams who registered to participate. Ji Zhiyao touched his chin. Picking six battleteams out of 30, thats such a huge probability, if our battleteam does not qualify, even heaven will not tolerate it. We definitely will. I hope my Captain is lucky enough to draw several best lots and thrash till the opponents call us daddy. Mo Huaifeng lifted a corner of his lips. No matter what, Im waiting to be carried, Yao-god is responsible for carrying. Ji Zhiyao squinted at him through the corner of his eye, and lowered his voice, Trying to order me about with mere words of mouth? Mo Huaifeng lifted a brow. If not? I only ept seduction. Mo Huaifeng immediately reached out and lifted the bottom of his long t-shirt. Ji Zhiyao cowered backwards at once and sat up directly. Dont! Captain I was joking. Youre so good-looking, its up to what you say. Tsk. Finally managed to escape. Ji Zhiyao inwardly wiped out his own perspiration, his Captain totally could not reject such provocation! He furtively observed Mo Huaifengs expression while saying nonchntly, Captain, Im a little hungry, lets find a ce for food? What do you want? Mo Huaifeng brought out his phone very quickly, to search for food ces nearby. Barbecue? Ji Zhiyao nodded. Sure, well have that. You continue to search, Ill go gather the rest. With that, he dashed out of the room, his figure gone within a blink of an eye. Mo Huaifeng looked up, a fleeting smile on his lips. The moment they heard that Mo Huaifeng was giving a treat, everyone came out from their rooms delightfully and stood in a neat row. Ji Zhiyao was right at the front, as the whole bunch of them stared eagerly at the door belonging to Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyaos room. The moment Mo Huaifeng walked out, he was startled. Frowning, he asked, What are you doing? Ji Zhiyao replied confidently, Waiting for Captain to treat us to a meal. He was very speechless, but still nodded. Where to? K suggested, The one that we went to after training ended the previous time, it was not bad. Everyone looked very keen but Mo Huaifeng sneered coldly and rejected without hesitation, Its too far, no, change. K was dejected. Boohoo! Mo Huaifeng lifted his phone. This one. The others were speechless. What was wrong with their Captain, since hed decided why did he still ask for their opinion? Yet they were still very d to be having a meal, everyone animatedly swarmed around Mo Huaifeng as they headed towards the barbecue ce, then finished a meal in liveliness. During their meal, Ji Zhiyao incidentally nced elsewhere and saw a person who looked especially like Hyun Woo from Vita battleteam. Hence he pushed Mo Huaifeng. Captain look, that person is Hyun Woo right? Mo Huaifeng took a good look in that direction, then nodded. Youre right. Ji Zhiyao was slightly excited, his tone full of eagerness as he said, Seeing a friend in foreignnd, I want to go say hello. Mo Huaifeng suddenly thought back to Hyun Woo being all sorts of an eyesore back when they were living together, hence he red at Ji Zhiyao, Youre not close to him. How are we not? Though it cant bepared to the brotherhood within our team, butpared to other Korean yers, were already very close. Its not too polite to just be staring from here. Not allowed. If you dare to go Ill break your legs. When did his Captain be so unfriendly? Was this a fake one? Chapter 211 Chapter 211: Untitled Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Yet with the exception of Ji Zhiyao missing a marble or two and being kept in the dark, the others all secretly exchanged nces, clearly knowing why Mo Huaifeng was unhappy. But none of them would say it. Such matters between them, if they were to intervene at their own will, arent they waiting for a beating? Mo Huaifeng pulled a long face without speaking, Ji Zhiyao could not think of a reason and so simply decided to stop thinking, directly raising his hand to gesture while calling out, Hyun Woo! Mo Huaifengs face instantly became darker than the bottom of a pot. Yet what made him even more dejected was that Hyun Woo heard Ji Zhiyaos shout very quickly and turned to look in their direction. Catching sight of them, Hyun Woo appeared to be slightly surprised, he waved, then said something to hispanions, then started to walk towards them. Ji Zhiyao said in matter-of-factly tone, Captain, take a good look, I didnt go over, he was the one toe here first, if I ignore him, how rude would that be? He felt like strangling Ji Zhiyao to death right now. Hyun Woo walked over and greeted all of them, then said in English, Such a surprise to see all of you here. Are you guys here to participate in the qualifiers on the day after tomorrow? Before Ji Zhiyao spoke, Mo Huaifeng replied, If not? Would we be so idle to speciallye back here to see you? Huh? Ji Zhiyao coughed once and pushed Mo Huaifeng aside. My Captain didnt take his medicine beforeing out today, no need to bother with him. Thats right, were here to participate in the qualifiers, how about you, why are you here today? I came to meet two of my friends. Then were rather fated to meet huh. Hyun Woo nodded with a smile, something came to his mind, he instinctively nced at the ck-faced Mo Huaifeng, then said to Ji Zhiyao, I saw the news regarding the both of you on the forum two days ago, is it true? News? Was he referring to the news about them publiclying out? Ji Zhiyao was stunned for a moment and did not react in time. Yet Mo Huaifeng was especially quick this time, his hand went around Ji Zhiyaos shoulder right away as he repliedposedly, Thats right, its exactly what you think it is. Hyun Woomented disapprovingly, Arent you guys taking the fans feelings into consideration? Besides the qualifiers is very challenging, if you guys dont make it into the international league, wouldnt you have to wait for another three years, by then... The others all didnt look too pleased. As a battleteam, theyd never criticized Captain and NoHomo, it didnt seem too apt for Hyun Woo to say such things as an outsider. Besides, Captain and NoHomo had never messed with fans, or promised them anything. Did they still have to pay heed to what others thought to date? Ji Zhiyao even went further in removing Mo Huaifengs arm, his smile bing a weak one as he said, Hyun Woo, this is a private affair between me and Captain, we dont need the fans to make decisions for us. Besides, to say something not so pleasant, Vita battleteam and Mix is almost evenly matched, since Vita battleteam has sessfully qualified for a spot, you ought to have confidence in us too. Ji Zhiyao was already being very polite with his words. Everyone knew at heart that Vita battleteams capability was actually beneath Mix now. Hyun Woo was rendered speechless. Mo Huaifeng gave Ji Zhiyao a nce, then turned to look coolly at Hyun Woo, Hyun Woo, your friends seem to be waiting for you, we shall disturb you any longer. Heres wishing that Vita battleteam will achieve a good result. Hyun Woo forced a reluctant smile. Then I shall take my leave first, simrly wishing that Mix will sessfully qualify. After Hyun Woo left, Ji Zhiyao looked towards Mo Huaifeng. He... Are you still going to freely call unfamiliar people to our table? I... Have you not learned your lesson yet? Sorry, I was wrong. Mo Huaifeng nodded with a satisfied grunt. Ji Zhiyao rolled his eyes and took a bite of the barbecued meat in his te, taking it as the busybody Hyun Woo and Mo Huaifeng who thought of treating him to domestic violence all day long. The stats analyzer raised his ss of beer. Alright, since weve alreadye to this point, lets do our best. Sincerely wishing for Vita battleteam to not meet us in the league, cheers! Everyone raised their sses and clinked them, sending out a clear and melodious sound. Cheers! ... Two dayster, 8 AM. All the Mix members had changed into their team uniform and set out for Seoul eSports Hall, where the qualifiers and international league were to be held. At around 8:15 AM, they arrived, Mo Huaifeng walked right at the front of the group. When they saw the usher, Yuan Wei stepped forward and handed the permit card to participate in the qualifiers that was in his bag to him. The usher scanned it to ascertain their identity, then bowed slightly to them. They were instructed to confirm their identity information one by one on electronic devices before they were brought into hall, to the waiting area for drawing of lots. In an area of less than 100 sqm, there were already almost a hundred people seated. Approximately more than 20 battleteams, it was extremely cramped. Uniforms of every hue were squeezed together, Ji Zhiyao only felt like he was about to suffocate. Mo Huaifeng frowned lightly, catching sight of Ji Zhiyao who didnt look well, he said, Bear with it for a while. Well be preparing topete once the lots are drawn. Ji Zhiyao nodded. Captain, Im not that dainty please. Whatever you say. Whats up with such an odd feeling, as if he was being indulged by an old father? The usher brought them to a corner where there were more than 10 empty chairs, then left. Everyone sat down, some yed with their phones, some chatted, some slept, there wasnt a hint of a nervous atmosphere at all. The stats analyzer was initially feeling a rather uncontroble surge of emotion, yet he turned back to the sight of them in various positions of leisure and rxation, hence he snapped his fingers a few times, Are you guys looking for a beating? Ji Zhiyao grinned. Oh no Old Ning, were the ones going on stage, not you, why are you so nervous? This concerns whether we buy ne tickets to return home right away or stay in Korea for a month, can I not be nervous? Xiaofei pointed out, If we screw up, then its not a question of whether to return home or not... But whether well be flying back or swimming back yeah? Yuan Wei agreed. Very right. Shall I find a ce to buy life buoys and oxygen tanks for all of you now. Nuo grumbled, Oh dear, have some confidence in us please? As long as Captain is alive, all of those people will only be crown princes, they wont be able to usurp the throne. Ji Zhiyao added, Look, this is thend that Captain has taken down for us! The stats analyzer and Yuan Wei turned to him. Mo Huaifeng lifted a corner of his lips into a smirk. Did you think that by saying that I will carry all of you? Nuo questioned, Is that not the case? Of course not, is it so easy to take advantage of daddy? Nuo sobbed. I wont take no for answer, Im a weak, pitiful and helpless little support, what else can I do other than waiting to be carried? You can take the red buff and go fight by yourself. Or be a bait and get yourself into the opponents team to be a spy? What the hell! Ji Zhiyao chuckled for a while and it urred to him as an afterthought that his Captain seemed to be in quite a good mood, as he was talking a lot more than usual. 10 minutes passed very quickly. Soon, all the battleteams had arrived. Some staff members walked over and switched on the LED screen and its connecting devices. The qualifiers was divided in three zones, A,B and C, with 10 teams in each zone. This allocation will bepletely randomly divided by theputer system, then disyed on this screen, following that would then be the representatives of each teaming forward to draw lots. All of Mix slowly began to breathe lightly as they stared fixedly at the screen. Very soon, the groupings were rolled out. Mix battleteam was put in the C zone. Ji Zhiyao asked, Captain, take a look at the other nine battleteams. How are they like? Do you have any impression of them? No. Yet Mo Huaifeng wasnt nervous at all and instead seemed very at ease. In next to no time, preparation for the drawing of lots were done, the crew announced that battleteam representatives could now go on stage to draw lots. Mo Huaifeng went up and casually brought out a small dark blue ball. After checking it, the crew put their name down. Before long, their opponent, another team that drew a small dark blue ball appeared on the screen. NN battleteam. The stats analyzer thought that he had a very good understanding of the international battleteams, but he was still a little confused. From North America? What battleteam is this? Captain, have you heard of them? No. Probably an unknown battleteam. Ji Zhiyao was baffled. This is the qualifiers for the international league, why would there be an unknown battleteam? Mo Huaifeng replied, Whoever has made some results already has a spot among the set quota, they wont be here to participate in the qualifiers. The six battleteams that emerge from the qualifiers basically enter the actualpetition to take thest few cings. Heng suddenly became excited. Does this mean that we can dominate? If nothing goes wrong. Hence everyone became even more eager. The stats analyzer said, Since we know our opponent, lets not continue sitting here, well go to zone C. Thepetition was to officially begin at 9 AM, and Mixs match against NN was the second match. Everyone stood up and followed the crew to the waiting area for participants. The first match of zone C began shortly after. In the beginning, Ji Zhiyao watched on very attentively, yet after watching for ten over minutes, he realized that it didnt seem as interesting as he had imagined it would be. Thus his gaze shifted away, casually ncing at everywhere else... In a second, in another corner, he found their opponents, NN battleteam dressed in a ck and white team uniform. He tapped Mo Huaifeng. Captain look. Mo Huaifeng looked along Ji Zhiyaos finger in the direction he was pointing in and asked, NN? Yes. NN battleteam together with their coach and stats analyzer made up a total of seven people, no reserves. Looking across, none of them were familiar to their eyes. Ji Zhiyao lifted a brow; it seemed like this lineup wasnt considered strong. After all, in China, battleteams without reserves were the weaker ones. As if having sensed that there was someone looking at them, a man with short blond curls from NN battleteam turned towards the direction of Ji Zhiyao and the rest. The man said a word, then held up a thumb. Ji Zhiyao who hadnt turned back saw it very clearly and was dumbfounded. What the hell? So hostile, would he get pregnant or what from a look? Mo Huaifeng did not see anything and asked, Whats wrong? Captain, am I going onter or would it be Brother Xiao? Mo Huaifeng was dazed by his question, Xiao poked a head out from the side, saying, It should be me. Why, NoHomo, are your hands itching? Ji Zhiyao promptly tattled, No Brother Xiao, earlier on there was an idiot from that side who pointed the middle finger at you! Huh? Captain saw it too, am I right Captain? Starting to mess around again. He darted a nce at Ji Zhiyao, then nodded with a straight face. Excuse me? Which idiot? I didnt want to watch the match and just yed with my phone for a while and I still have to act in ordance with what others want? Ji Zhiyao swiftly pointed in the direction of NN battleteam. The Caucasian that lifted a thumb earlier was no longer looking at them. Hence Xiao sessfully saw the huge team logo on his back and was delighted. Wow, a fated opponent, what a coincidence. In that case, see if I will break his mutt headter. Ji Zhiyao cheered. Go Brother Xiao, mighty Brother Xiao, Brother Xiao is the best! It felt really good to effortlessly get someone to exact revenge for him. He grinned, turning his head, he realized that Mo Huaifeng was still looking at him. Ji Zhiyao instantly straightened up and justified himself obediently. Captain, other than the target of the finger not being Brother Xiao but me, everything else I said was right. Why didnt you approach me? No I just thought his physique looked somewhat like a jungler... Ill do it. Hence once the second match began, the stats analyzer asked with a nk face, What the hell? Did Captain and Xiao secretly eat gunpowder? At the start of the match Mo Huaifeng aggressively engaged and took two kills, Xiao invaded into the opponents jungler to counter-jungle and after he was found, he sacrificed himself to perish with the opponent, virtually unyielding, after respawning he clung onto the opposing jungler again, like life and death foes... If it wasnt for the fact that the other twones were still developing normally, the stats analyzer would be rushing on stage and grab Xiao by his mutt head to give him a beating. Though North America was skilled in aggressive gamey, it seemed like even NN battleteam had not seen such a mad dog style. For a moment they were totally stunned and in a flurry. Despite this, the stats analyzer was still pulling a long face, when they came down, they would probably be weed by a simr fierce group attack. The culprit Ji Zhiyao waspletely unrepentant, sitting on the chair with an expression of I dont know anything. The second turret at the bottomne was pushed down very quickly under the strong offense of Mo Huaifeng and Nuo who did not steal the red buff today, Xiao also came back to his senses, after farming some creeps, he headed right for the little dragon. Though he almost lost the little dragon to the opponents due to little gold and equipment, it was fortunate that Heng and Xiao shared great teamwork, Heng came to his aid very quickly and took the little dragon ahead of the opponents. Everything after that naturally led to their victory. Yet once they left the stage, what faced the five people was the furious re of the stats analyzer. Xiao suddenly felt guilty. Um, we finished this match, the next one is tomorrow, lets return to the hotel... The stats analyzer red up, Return my ass! Other than eating, you sleep and you cant even y properly inpetitions now, are you a pig? ! Heng chimed in, Old Ning, you can be angry, but dont use such unpleasant words when criticizing him. Xiao nodded fervently. Heng continued, Dont say that about the pig, to bepared to Xiao, how sad would the pig be? The stats analyzer and Xiao were speechless. Heng was very happy with his teasing, the stats analyzer was at a loss of whether tough or cry, after clearing his throat, he said, Lets return to the hotel first. Everyone nodded like chickens pecking at rice. There was only one match per day that they had to y for the qualifiers, two battleteams with the highest umted points in each zone will make up the total of six battleteams to qualify. They won the first match today and only needed to win another two matches in the next two days to enter the officialpetition. Theydpleted a third of the qualifiers, yet all of their moods were a little graver than yesterday. The closer they were to the officialpetition, the more it was bing their true battleground. After arriving at the hotel, the stats analyzer gathered everyone in his hotel room for a lecture, their coach sat at the side, adding in biting remarks from time to time. Even Mo Huaifeng, the former chief in the team and Ji Zhiyao and Xiaofei who did not participate in the match were not spared. Xiao got it the hardest, his expression alternating between dark and pale, as if he could be an opera singer right away... In the end the stats analyzer spoke till his mouth was parched and his tongue scorched and finally ended his character building education, reluctantly letting them off. Everyone swiftly escaped from the stats analyzers room. The stats analyzer shook his head in resignation, the coach sat down beside him, his expression rxed as hemented, Their condition for this year is not bad. Yeah. Although they went off-line once in a while, and each was more mischievous than the previous, it was undeniable that everyone was full of drive, and there was the eagerness in everyones heart. They will definitely clinch a good cing andpletely cast off the regret from three years ago. ... Hence, the next day. Around 8:30 AM, all of Mix arrived at Seoul eSports Hall again. Todays matches were still decided through lots, there were only five battleteams left in each zone, hence there would be an empty lot and that battleteam would advance directly. The remaining four battleteams were to be divided into two groups and the victorious battleteam would advance. As there was an empty lot, everyone really hoped that Mo Huaifeng could draw that and then they could head back to the hotel for a good sleep. Nuo said, Captain, why not you repost some images of koi before going on stage. Im really not awake. If I experience a brain fadeter, dont me me for doing the team in. Ji Zhiyao quickly rebutted, Do you think Captain is like you... Mo Huaifeng had already pulled out his phone. Which one? Mo Huaifeng exined, Im sleepy too, theres a time difference, Im still drowsy. F*ck your time difference, Korea is only an hour ahead of China! So Ive slept an hour less, nothing wrong. Was it calcted like this? Ji Zhiyao was fooled by Mo Huaifeng and began to pull at his fingers to do some calction. Mo Huaifeng, ording to Nuos instructions, reposted an image of koi in his WeChat Moments, then put his phone back into his pocket and went on stage as if nothing had happened. Ji Zhiyao had yet to be done with his calctions and Mo Huaifeng was already walking off stage with a white ball representing the empty lot. Nuo eximed, Damn! Am I the hidden koi in our battleteam? K was astonished. What the f*ck! Xiaofei pped his hands. Wow Brother is amazing! Hengughed. I am going back to sleep! Xiao nodded. My Captain is truly a model example for us! Ji Zhiyao merelymented, Nuo, are you a devil? Mo Huaifeng was also a little surprised, yet this unexpected result clearly made him very happy. Hence he smiled and announced, Back to the hotel. All of Mix had not been out for a full hour and in a sh they were back in the hotel again. Entering the room, Mo Huaifengid on the bed and fell asleep very quickly. Ji Zhiyao wasnt sleepy and could not fall asleep even after tossing and turning, hence he plugged in his ear piece and quietly yed with his phone, to avoid disturbing Mo Huaifeng. Ji Qingge easily came to his mind. [MelonRind: You mutt, so many days in school and you dont know to give me a call to let me know youre safe?] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Oh dear, well wasnt I fearing that you would bepeting and have no time for me? Besides, Im in the same university that you are in, its so close to home, what would be unsafe?] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Do you want to consider directly retaining for two years and graduate with me?] [MelonRind: Scram!] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Trash, youre just jealous that Im younger and prettier than you.] [MelonRind: Donte to Korea next month.] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: What the hell? Im going to go, you promised me!] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: To think I even mentioned Fi-god to mum and dad these few days!] [MelonRind: What did you say about Captain?] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: I didnt speak ill of him, dont overthink and use me unjustly! I only showed them Fi-gods photo and exaggerated the news of you guysing out publicly and provoked much discussion in while I was at that... Our mum seems really baffled as to why Fi-god wants to be in a gay rtionship with you when hes so handsome.] What... Hed just uttered a word and quickly covered his mouth, after turning back to nce at Mo Huaifeng who was in deep sleep, he then rxed and silently hollered the hell at his screen. What did she mean by Why would Fi-god be in a gay rtionship with him when hes so handsome? Was he not good-looking himself? Besides! It was Fi-god who made a move on him first! Ji Zhiyao was so pissed off. And Ji Qingge was still going on. [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: This is the first time I had so much to say with mum.] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Why do you think thats the case?] Because youre asking for a beating! Ji Zhiyao red angrily at the screen and saw the next text very quickly, [By the way, mum and dad asked subtly, when are you going to bring Fi-god back home for a meal, and what ns do you guys have for the future?] His expression froze on his face as he forgot how to react in the moment. That mum and dad could ept Mo Huaifeng and him being together, was already very surprising to him, he did not expect that... [MelonRind: You sure? Youre pulling my leg?] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Do I look very idle, why would I fool you? [rolls eyes] [rolls eyes] ] [MelonRind: Why would mum and dad suddenly say that?] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Isnt it all because your sister is Chinas number one wingwoman, otherwise did you think it could be this simple? Remember to thank me.] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: So what do you think about it?] Ji Zhiyao sank into deep thought. About bringing him home for a meal, hed definitely have to think about it for some time, otherwise with how his Captain could be as shy as a squirrel sometimes, he might evene up with justified reasons to reject him; and about their ns for the future... Werent there several countries that had legalized gay marriage? It seemed like a good thing, to spend the rest of his life like this with Captain. While they could stillpete, they would stay in Mix battleteam and shine with their teammates. When they could no longer carry, they would willingly retire, Mo Huaifeng could stay in the battleteam to be a coach. As for himself, he could sign on to any livestreaming tform and stream himself ying various games, if he still had a lot of haters then, then he would just stay hidden and y games as he wished... Many thoughts went through his mind, but Ji Zhiyaos expression became more and more rxed. In the next few decades, if things could be as simple as he imagined, it would be already be interesting enough. A few hourster, Mo Huaifeng woke up and saw Ji Zhiyao sleeping soundly in an odd position, one leg was drooping onto the ground, the other was on the nket, there was even an idiot-like smile on his face. Chapter 212 Chapter 212: Untitled Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Was he dreaming about something good? Mo Huaifeng was puzzled at heart as he gingerly sat up and got out of bed, as he was scared of making noise, he directly walked barefoot to Ji Zhiyaos bedside. Then moved as lightly as possible to tug at the nket and cover him. Ji Zhiyao was in very deep sleep, not moving at all throughout everything. Was he a pig? Mo Huaifeng raised the corner of his lips for a second. Then tiptoed on light steps out of the room. ... Unsure of how long after, Ji Zhiyao sat up in his bed with a confused expression. Turning his head, he saw Mo Huaifeng seated on the bed, holding hisptop, seemingly watching videos. Ji Zhiyao rubbed his eyes. Captain, when did I fall asleep? Mo Huaifeng lifted his eyes to nce at him. I dont know. Okay. Since they did not have a match, what time he slept and what time he woke up didnt matter at all. He got out and went to the bathroom to wash his face, when he came out, he saw the lunch box on his bedside and asked, Whats that? Lunch we brought for you? What the f*ck? He nced at his watch and realized that it was already 3 PM in the afternoon. He f*cking... slept through lunch? Was he so sleep deprived recently? Ji Zhiyao touched his stomach that felt a little empty, and decided to not think about the question, opening the stic bag, he saw a box of curry rice. He opened the box and ate it scoop by scoop. It didnt taste too bad. Ji Zhiyao finished the whole box of rice, and sighed contentedly, then asked, Its quite delicious Captain, where did you get this from? A ce not too far from the hotel, Ill take you there next time. Ji Zhiyao nodded. Sure. He stole a nce at Mo Huaifengsptop and found that Mo Huaifeng was watching a video of a match between two battleteams, he sat back on his own bed after a few nces, and also picked up hisptop, casually selecting a video that the stats analyzer had sent him to watch. The two spent the entire afternoon with videos. Untll K knocked loudly on their door. Captain, NoHomo, what are you two doing inside? Quicklye out for dinner! Ji Zhiyao did not think further and replied with a holler, Were doing bashful things right now, dont disturb us. After several seconds of silence, Ks voice came through the door. Okay... What had he just said? Under Mo Huaifengs gaze with a shadow of a smile, Ji Zhiyao dashed to the door and opened it. We didnt do anything K, I was joking. Its fine if you did too, anyway Im long used to it already. A film about three people, I appeared before you, but I wasnt worthy of having a name [1. Famous lines from Chinese TV series: Chinese Pdin]. What are you saying... Sober up! K finally drew out of his drama queen state and returned to normal as he smiled with squinted eyes. Im just an innocent sacrifice sent to get both of you toe down for dinner, I didnt see anything at all, dont silence me! Quicklye downstairs, we decided to have the hotel buffet for tonight, everyone is waiting. K sneaked away after saying his fill. Ji Zhiyao turned back and covertly stared at Mo Huaifeng, realizing that he was still looking at him. Hence he coughed once, bing so frightened that he did not even dare to close the door, feigning poise as he said, Lets go Captain, your children are inviting you to go for dinner. Tsk. Alright. He put hisptop down and changed his shoes. Upon seeing that, it hit Ji Zhiyao that he needed to change his shoes too and quickly followed. The two of them took the elevator downstairs. In the restaurant, all of Mix was seated in a most conspicuous spot, seeing Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyao appear, Heng waved fervently. Captain, NoHomo were over here! The two of them walked over and pulled back the only empty seats next to each other and sat down. Sincere concern was written all over Yuan Weis face. NoHomo, is your butt okay? Do you need me to prepare a cushion for you? Ji Zhiyao was shocked and angry, he first nced at K who would look everywhere else but at him, then stole at nce at Mo Huaifeng who seemed to be waiting for a reply and forced a few words out through his gritted teeth. Since youre so curious, do you want to help me rub it? Thats not appropriate, I shall not, shall not. Heh, trash. His mood was incredibly depressed because of his own foolishness and Ks overindulgence in creating trouble, and bowed his head as he dug into his food, not wanting to talk. After dinner, everyone dispersed on the spot, all returning to their respective rooms to rest, in preparation for tomorrows match. Ji Zhiyao dejectedly followed Mo Huaifeng back to their room. Once the door was shut, a not too pleasant feeling suddenly grew in Ji Zhiyaos heart, heughed dryly and said to Mo Huaifeng, Captain, Ill go ahead and study the videos, please do as you like. Mo Huaifeng replied unhurriedly, Why so anxious? He moved to stand beside the trembling Ji Zhiyao and revealed what could be known as a kind smile. Ji Zhiyao shivered even more, Captain, about that before dinner... It was purely a slip of the tongue, slip of the tongue. Really? Mo Huaifeng closed in on him with each step. Then do you need me to rub it for you? Turns out he was intentionally finding fault because of this sentence! Ji Zhiyao wished he could give himself a p and almost burst into tears as he said, No, its fine, thanks Captain. He became fearful real quick. Mo Huaifeng made a tsk sound, then turned the conversation. Youre going on for tomorrows match, any problems? Ji Zhiyao sighed in relief, then patted his chest, dering, Of course I can, what problems could I have? Sit tight, wait for daddy to soar with you tomorrow. ... The next morning. Today Mix battleteam drew a Korean battleteam as their opponent, BUI Battleteam. It was said that BUI was a fairly famous battleteam internationally. It was one of the final eight battleteams in the previous international league; within Korea, it could be at least one of the top six teams. For some unknown reason, they did not even manage to get a spot in the set quota this time and had to humble themselves toe participate in the qualifiers. Ji Zhiyao was very curious and so asked Mo Huaifeng, Captain, why didnt BUI get a spot within the set quota? Something cropped up for them during their preliminaries, they did not get too good a cing. Ji Zhiyao nodded. He knew it. There were another three minutes before the match began, with the announcement of the zone C judges, yers from both teams greeted each other, then went on stage. Ji Zhiyao stretched his limbs, feeling totally excited. This was his first time participating in the qualifiers and he was already meeting such a strong opponent, how could he not be delighted? Everyone selected their champions, the match officially began. In the earlyning phase, Heng was in the middlene. Though he did not create any advantage, Heng was more slick and managed to block the opponent from taking any advantage several times; in the topne, K was suffering rtively more from being pressured by the opposing ADC and support, but there wasnt much threat to their turrets. In the bottomne, Mo Huaifeng with Nuo was in a situation that was the exact opposite of K, they were very aggressive, but because the opposing topner was too tanky, they couldnt kill him even when they wanted to... Such a situationsted until the middle of the game, when Ji Zhiyao initiated a fight for the little dragon, but instead drew in a gank attack by the opposing jungler and midner. At this moment all three of their HP were very full and their ultimate ability were avable, just as BUI thought that it was a sure win for them, Ji Zhiyao let reality deal them a harsh hit in the next moment. Before he engaged them, Ji Zhiyao coolly sold his Ruby Crystal [1. Basic item that adds 150 health.] and added a pair of elerated boots to his equipment. Then BUIs jungler and midner arrived and directly threw out their ultimate abilities, Ji Zhiyao made use of his second ability to change his position, as his speed was extremely fast, to and fro, he stunned them from behind, then used his third, second, and first ability in abined attack,pleting a 1v2 counter-kill. Perfect y! Ji Zhiyao chuckled victoriously as he went towards the little dragon with half HP left and leisurely took down the little dragon, sessfully bringing their gold stats to 800 gold more than the opponent. In the situation of the topne turning over slowly and the yers in the middle and bottomnes containing each other, Ji Zhiyao became the big boss of the match after sessfully earning two kills and a dragon at the dragons cave. BUI battleteam was even unable to do anything with him, and did not dare to provoke him either, they ended up simply staying away from his jungle, only carelessly running around the threenes, a proper match became ane-only match. Yet even for ane-only match, BUIs mentality was weaker than Mix, the oue was evidently something that they were reluctant to bear. Mix Battleteam, victorious! In the midst of the cheers from Xiao, Yuan Wei and the stats analyzer below the stage, everyone walked off stage with huge grins, Ji Zhiyao was right in the middle, clustered around by everyone else, even taking away Mo Huaifengs center position, like a great general who had returned home in triumph... Because even a match against one of the final eight teams from the previous international league wasnt even considered tough for them, everyone was in a rather good mood, feeling free and easy like huskies that were allowed to run as they wished on the field. They just needed to win another match, with theirbined score, they would be able to enter the officialpetition of the international league. Mo Huaifeng smiled as he announced that he would be treating them to lunch. The entire team instantly cheered even louder. Yuan Wei joined in for a while, only reacting when he sensed that there were some odd gazes from their surroundings, stopping his bunch of little ancestors, he said, Lets return to the hotel first, there are still a few teams that are not done with theirpetition here. Everyone agreed, hence the whole group trudged on, preparing to return to the hotel for a short rest before lunch. But they did not expect that just as they arrived at the entrance of the eSports Hall, a team of very familiar people came into sight. Yellow skin and ck eyes, the leader of the group was staring at that with great astonishment... Ji Zhiyaos brain suddenly cramped and could not recall which battleteam this was that he had met previously, only seeing Mo Huaifeng step forward. Xiaoye. Xiaoye! Tall Boots Battleteam! Ji Zhiyao blinked, the memory swiftlying back to him. Thats right, it was the few of them. Xiaoyes expression wasnt any much better than Ji Zhiyao, also looking like a fool. Damn, Fi-god! Its me. Long time no see. Xiaoye rushed forward at once. Of course its long time no see! Ever since the national qualifiers announced the set quota I started to go to your base to wait to see if I could find anyone, in the end I did that for almost a month and still no one came back... We were preparing for training then so we were away. At the mention of the word training, Xiaoyes initial excited expression turned slightly passive. After all their spot in the international league had been dug out of Mixs hands, it saved a lot of time for them, but also added some guilt... He cleared his throat then secretly peeked at Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyao behind him, who wasnt speaking and said, Have you guys just ended your match? How was it, smooth going? Yet contrary to his expectations, after his question was voiced, everyone in Mix did not turn hostile but remained perfectly calm. Mo Huaifeng nodded, Not bad, very smooth sailing. How about you guys, hows your preparation going? Xiaoye nced at his own teammates before replying, Weve been training for some time in Korea too, though we have not found any battleteams for training tournaments, but the training still has a certain effect. Yuan Wei frowned. Didnt manage to arrange any training tournaments? That shouldnt be. Training tournaments were something that was beneficial for both teams, it mainly allowed battleteam members to understand the ying style and tactics of other countries. Korea might not only have one China battleteam as their opponent, so they shouldnt be too calctive about who was losing out more. Back when Mix first arrived in Korea to train with Vita battleteam, the process was totally without a hitch. Though a part of the reason might be that Kang Kyung Chwa was Vitas ex-coach and had also coached Mix for a period of time and had formed a friendship with them, that shouldnt be the main reason. Why was Tall Boots unable to invite any teams for training tournaments as the runner-up in Chinas qualifiers? Besides, during the national qualifiers, there wasnt much difference in the capabilities between Tall Boots and themselves. Xiaoye looked very helpless. Yeah, we initially wanted to invite TILI Battleteam. In the end, things wouldnt work out no matter how the club negotiated with them... we had no way out in the end and only did the training camp, doing away with even the training tournaments. Mo Huaifeng also frowned, after some time, he asked, What are you guys off to do now? Doesnt the officialpetition begin next week. We wanted toe spectate the qualifiers, to find the feeling ofpeting beforehand. How about you guys? Returning to the hotel? Were going to lunch, join us. In the barbecue restaurant. Theirrge table allowed 15 to 16 people to sit together, looking especially lively. Yet it was merely the appearance, in reality, whether it was Mix or Tall Boots, no one felt more joyful eating like this aspared to eating with their own battleteam only. Utterly suffocating. Tall Boots felt like they had stolen Mixs spot, and were ufortable at heart, whereas while Mix battleteam had gone from their initial indignation to unperturbed eptance now, they still werent very willing to talk to Tall Boots... But the capability of the battleteam were all sensitive topics right now, they could not find any topics to talk about for a moment and the atmosphere just became silent like this. Yet Ji Zhiyao was more big-hearted, and did not feel that Tall Boots had let them down in any way, hence he was very undisturbed as he ate, almost half of every meat grilled each time went into his stomach. This led to Heng finding nothing when he was looking for the prawn that he had ced on the grill earlier, but instantly red up when he found a prawn head beside Ji Zhiyaos te and muttered, Eat and eat and eat all you know is to eat! Sooner orter you will be overweight. Louder, the wind is too strong I cant hear you! You... Mo Huaifeng red expressionlessly in Yuan Weis direction, Hengs face waspletely flushed was holding back and he squeezed out the rest of his sentence. ...re my precious darling, my honey! Ji Zhiyao was about to dieughing. Yuan Wei only found it an unbearable sight. Boys, at least restrain yourselves a little, we still have other friends at the table, cant you guys take note of your image! Xiaoye waved his hand. Its fine. Isnt it just PDA that the eSports scene doesnt even see once in 800 years? We can tolerate it. All the Tall Boots members nodded their heads like little chicks pecking at rice in unison, at the same time revealing a 45 degree admiring gaze, looking towards Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyao. The scene livened as a result. Mo Huaifeng asked, Are we the only two battleteams representing China this year? Xiaoye smiled, yet his smile did not look that good. Yes. Originally Bug battleteam could also register to participate in the qualifiers for a fight, yet Qiang retired, I dont think you guys know about this yet. Ji Zhiyao was stunned for a moment. Qiang retired? Wasnt Qiang still in a seesaw battle with the executives of his club before Mix left for overseas training? Did he not win? Xiaoye nodded. Mm. At the bottom of everything, he was forced by the executives to leave, the club only paid hundreds of thousands inpensation... Qiang seemed quite disappointed and did not really want to continue in eSports anymore so he chose to retire. At the moment only a few clubs back home know about it, I guessed that since you guys were away, you probably didnt hear about it. A moment of silence. China was a group of people who were the very first to start ying eSports, now it seemed like there werent many people left. Many were either at the age to retire, or had their professional lives messed up by foul incidents... If Mo Huaifeng wasnt Mixs biggest shareholder, they might have been forced to leave eSports because of their previous incidents. Ji Zhiyao was also slightly down, the piece of meat that he was chewing in his mouth seemed to have lost its taste. Ever since the time Qiang had gotten into a dispute without the slightest hesitation, he already had a favorable impression of him, only he did not expect such an oue for Qiang... If this went on, China eSports was about to crumble internally. What the hell was this? Xiaoye seemed to sensed that there was something amiss with everyones mood and quickly changed the topic cheerily. Lets leave that at that, thats the current situation now, no point talking about it. The most important task now is to quickly bring a good cing at the international league home. This way, Chinas tendency and determination to develop eSports will grow, by then yers will have a greater say and everything will be better. Mo Huaifeng nodded. Thats the case. Xiaoye was right. When yers prove that they are able to achieve good results, only then will they gain more space to grow. Xiaoye downed a ss of beer, then said, If we are looking for a good result this year, well still have to depend on you guys. Though I dont want to admit it, I must say that Mixs situation is much better than ours at present. If we say that China has the hope of being seen by the world, then that hope is on all of you. Ji Zhiyao bit into a piece of meat and suddenly smiled. Dont speak so surely, Ye-god. Our battleteam cannot listen to such things, once we do, we be arrogant. Yuan Wei nodded in firm agreement. Hes right. Everyone in Mix has always stood by being upright and steadfast, not pleased by external gains nor saddened by personal losses as our outlook in life, we dont get fooled by ttery! Thats enough, do I not know how good all of you are at frivolous talks, why pretend to be so reserved in front of us. Xiaoye rolled his eyes. Do you think Im willing to praise you guys? Im not really that cheap to want to shake your hands all the way till I retire. I only felt that you guys are more suitable for now. Bow your heads and take a look at your spirit and energy, one look and we know its I know I will win for sure, how joyous. The table roared withughter. Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng met eyes. Ever since the training ended, everyones mental attitude had been in a pretty good state. It could be because everything since then up till now had been very smooth sailing, they did not meet with any troublesome opponents so they were overflowing confidence... But no matter what, before the officialpetition began, it wasnt a bad thing to have confidence in themselves. ... Zone C, Mix battleteamsst match. Mix vs UU. UU battleteam was from North America, yet they didnt have much of a name. With the exception of the stats analyzer knowing that they were a battleteam formedst year, they knew nothing about them. But it was fine, they just had to fight them head-on, they werent afraid at all. For this match it was still Ji Zhiyao staying behind to spectate, Xiao going on. Ji Zhiyao stared fixedly at the mini map on the upper right corner of the LED screen, the jungle belonged to the little head portrait of Xiao. At level two, Heng imposingly engaged with the opponent, fortunately it was merely a close call, UUs midner was held down and ruffled by Xiao who came rushing over after and directly became first blood. After that Heng stayed in the middlene, not daring to be frivolous anymore and with that, their team seemed to have built another turret in thene. Xiao saw that there was nothing worth collecting there and decided to head to the topne after jungling, then yed a topner ADC team up, blurring the eyes of UUs ADC, not knowing who to attack. Ji Zhiyao waspletely focused on the screen when his phone in his pocket suddenly vibrated, pulling it out he realized it was Ji Qingges call. Ji Zhiyao started nagging God knows what this little ancestor is calling for again so annoying, while his finger slid across the screen. Hello, whats up? Brother, Ive arrived in Korea, are youing to fetch me? Ji Zhiyao stood up with a whoosh, and yelled in voice an octave higher than usual, What? In Korea? Yuan Wei grabbed the bottom of his shirt and tugged. NoHomo, there are others around here, sit down! Ji Zhiyao dropped on his butt, yet he looked more and more upset, cupping his hand around the receiver he started to nag, Who told you toe to Korea? Do you not have any idea yourself whether you know the way or whether you can speak Korean? The other end continued to speak, Ji Zhiyao listened on for a few seconds, the fire was virtually about to burn till the top of his head. You can stay wherever you like! Im not going to fetch you! With that, he hung up. Because of this call, Ji Zhiyao wasnt even in the mood to watch the match anymore. But what slightly coincidental was that the match had already came to an end, following the few arrows that Mo Huaifeng had consecutively shot towards the opponents crystal. Mo Huaifeng walked off the stage, when he saw Ji Zhiyaos bitter face, he almost tripped over his own feet. He walked over and asked, Whats wrong? My f*cking troublesome trashy sister is in Korea, she came by herself. So Captain, are you going to fetch your little sister-inw? Mo Huaifeng was speechless and nodded, saying, Ill go with you. With that, as if recalling something, he pulled out his own phone. [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: Im in Korea, Fi-god. But I think my brother seems to be a little angry with me.] [fairlplicatedlittlelovesong: So are you willing toe fetch your little sister-inw?] Why were the siblings equally shameless? ... Hotel. Ji Qingge lifted her eyes to secretly peep at Ji Zhiyao who was pulling a super long face, then gestured to Mo Huaifeng to save her, totally busying about. He could not reject his sister-inws request, otherwise Ji Zhiyao would go after himter on either way. Mo Huaifeng had no choice, and tugged at Ji Zhiyaos sleeve, saying in a very amiable tone, Lets go eat first. Are you hungry? Ji Zhiyaoughed coldly. Hungry my ass. Im full from being filled with anger. Ji Qingge instantly bowed her head so low that she couldnt go any lower. Theres still three days to the start of the officialpetition, if I get gastric pains from being too hungry... Ji Zhiyao stood up at once. Go, well eat. Ji Qingge grinned, then stealthily gave Mo Huaifeng a look of approval. Mo Huaifeng got her message. Chapter 213

    Chapter 213: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao suddenly turned back as if having recalled something and continued to look towards Ji Qingge with a cold smile, You arentpeting, so you can continue staying here to reflect. Boohoo! Ji Zhiyao walked into the elevator with Mo Huaifeng in tow. Before the doors closed, he unconsciously nced outwards and even tried to hide it, but only made it more conspicuous by tidying his hair, feigning nonchnce. Mo Huaifeng was slightly tempted tough at such a sight, and asked, Youre not even angry anymore, why wont you let her eat with us? This mutt wouldnt learn, what choice do I have. She dared toe all the way here behind my back, not even worrying that she might be kidnapped... Ji Zhiyao nagged in a low voice. After some time, he said while smacking his lips, Well bring some food back for her, Captain do help me to think about what to get. He knew it was like this. A smile shed through Mo Huaifengs eyes. Alright. Because he was thinking about Ji Qingge the whole time, Ji Zhiyao did not even spend much time before he was done eating, then he abandoned Mo Huaifeng who had yet to finish and brought a pack of food back to the hotel alone. Once the elevator doors opened, Ji Zhiyaos sharp eyes caught Ji Qingge sitting where she had sat before he left, not having moved an inch, her small face looked extremely dispirited. He quickly walked over and put the lunch box down before her, saying, Eat. Brother youre not angry anymore? Angry! I was so obedient to wait for you, youre still angry? Angry! Will you be appeased if I dont eat? Then I shall not eat! He said very aggrievedly, Im not angry, eat. Ji Qingge knew very well that it absolutely wasnt right to continue reaching out for a yard after taking an inch and responded with a very joyful mm, then picked up her chopsticks and started to chow down the food. Ji Zhiyao rested his chin on his hand as hezily watched her eat. Ji Qingge ate a few mouthfuls, then asked, Brother, has yourpetition been smooth going? Yes, were killing whoeveres our way. Thats great, beforeing over I was still worried that you would lose thepetition. Ji Qingge said, Ill eat by myself here, go back to training. Dont you guys have fixed timings for training? Ji Zhiyao thought for a moment and recalled that there were indeed still some videos that he had yet to finish watching, whereas the entire level of this hotel had been booked by the club and was very safe. Hence he said, Go look for Yuan Wei after youre done eating, get him to find an empty room for you to take a good rest. Ill get back to my matters. Ji Qingge agreed. Hence Ji Zhiyao returned to his room and turned on hisptop. There were a total of 26 battleteams in the officialpetition, divided in groups A and B, 13 battleteams per group. ording to their groupings, every battleteam had to y five matches and be ranked ording to their score. The first and second battleteams of one group wouldpete with the first and second battleteams of the other group respectively, to arrive at the final cings. This also meant that, if Mix is aiming for a good cing, they would need to y at least six rounds, with three matches of 5v5 each, that was a total of 18 matches. And all these, were all set to bepleted within the next two weeks. Just the thought of it felt very tiring. Ji Zhiyao stared at the rules, staying silent for a long time. A click sounded, the door was opened from the outside. Ji Zhiyao lifted his head and saw it was Mo Huaifeng and smiled. Youre back? Mo Huaifeng nodded. What are you looking at? Rules of thepetition. The matches are very closely packed, just by looking at these I can already sense that it will be very brutal. Mo Huaifeng walked to his side and sat down. Theres no match that isnt brutal, y your best, dont think too much. Ji Zhiyao inhaled deeply. Makes sense. Hopefully Tall Boots would not be in the same group as us. Mo Huaifeng made an mm sound, indicating his agreement. If Mix and Tall Boots were ced in the same group, there was a very high chance of them having to battle each other and that wouldnt be good. ... 22 September, South Korea. All over the world, as long as they had an interest in Heroes, whether in established eSports power countries such as South Korea and North America, or China and etc, developing countries in the new generation eSports, everyone was in anticipation of the opening of the international league. The opening ceremony was to begin officially at 8:10 AM, before 8 AM, the venue was continuously set in such a chaotic atmosphere, crew members hurrying everywhere, it was unknown what they were busying over... At 8:10 AM, the entire venue seemed to suddenly fall into silence, then a st sounded from the middle of the pitch dark stage, fireworks burst into the air on both ends. Along with the sound, rows and rows of lights gradually lit up, the two pieces of huge LED screens that were lit up the stage from above were very eye-catching. At the same time, on the elevated tform towards the back of the stage, twomentators were waving and greeting the audience. Following that, the theme song of Heroes sounded in the venue, the trophy of the 9th International League was projected on the third piece of huge screen behind thementators. At this point, the audience under the stage were already cheering thunderously. As the theme song gradually came to an end, the two screens on the left and right suddenly lit up, and a battleteam dressed in an all ck uniform slowly appeared. The camera skimmed past each of their faces. The champion of the previous international league, King! As they werepeting on home turf and the previous champion was also a Korean battleteam, the Korean audience beneath the stage were on the edge of losing control of their emotions, each of them were cheering louder than the other, the entire hall was filled with such sounds. Itsted for a good 15 seconds, before the screen cut from King battleteam onto the next battleteam. The switches between the 20 default battleteams ended, and was followed by the six battleteams who had sailed against the currents in the qualifiers to earn a spot. Mix was the first. The camera swept past seven young faces. Whether it was because of their good looks or some other reason, the volume of the cheers from the audience were second only to the cheers for King battleteam. Many of the audience who had expressed abhorrence for Mix back home were also cheering loudly right now, their mindset was very simple: Away from home, everyone was Chinese that were dear to each other, even if I do not like you, I would not allow others to see it. Very soon, the total of 26 battleteams had all been introduced. Meanwhile, the LED screens dimmed again and all the lights came on, the entire hall was brightly lit. Two hosts, a male and a female, dressed in a suit and a gown walked on stage from a side and announced together in high spirits, Ladies and gentlemen, we officially announce, the start of the 9th Heroes International League! Behind them, the fireworks rocketed into the air once again. The whole hall burst into cheers. At this moment, the triennial eSports grand asion finally kicked off. They began with the division into groups. As the 26 battleteams were to be randomly divided by theputer system, they only needed to wait for the oue off stage. All the Mix members were deadly quiet as they sat in the waiting room specially reserved for participants, even their eyes werent ncing everywhere anymore. Yuan Wei was made slightly uneasy because of their sudden change and asked, Though Im feeling very nervous too but its not to the point where all of you are... My children, are all of you suppressing yourselves and preparing to stir something again? Nuo said, Youve thought too much, Im just nervous. What are you nervous about? Its not like its your first time. Are you referring to how we lost just two matches in the previous league? Whats important is the participation. Whats important is the participation? Excuse me? Lets not talk about it, if it happens again this time, well probably be struck off the list by the China eSports Association when we return home. Nuo was ranting on when they heard a knock on the door, being the closest to the door, Ji Zhiyao stood up to open it. A blond staff member smiled at him, then said in English, Hello, is this Mix battleteam? Yes, hello. The groupings are done, Mix battleteam is in group A, please send your person-in-charge to draw lots to decide your opponent. What Ji Zhiyao was worried about was another matter. Can I ask you a question? Can you tell me which group is the other Chinese battleteam, Tall Boots in? Tall Boots? Sorry, I dont have any impression of this name. I only know that there are two Chinese battleteams in group A. What the f*ck. China only had two representative battleteams this time! They were screwed... Ji Zhiyaos expression became very upset, but at the thought that he needed to find someone for the drawing of lots, he told the staff member, Please hold on for a moment, Ill go get our person-in-charge. He turned and walked into the room to get Mo Huaifeng. Captain, the groupings are out, were in group A, theyre telling you to go draw lots. Mo Huaifeng stood up. Okay. Another unfortunate news, if the staff member remembered correctly, Tall Boots in is the same group as we are, group A as well. Everyone drew in a gasp of cold air. What the hell! Though Mo Huaifengs expression did not look too good either, he managed to stayposed. Ill go draw the lots first, well talk when I get back. With that, he walked out. As he went passed Ji Zhiyao, he even squeezed his hand to indicate to him not to worry. The door closed, Ji Zhiyao dejectedly walked to the sofa and sat down. The others didnt look any happier than him, like chickens that had their feathers plucked, all spiritless. After keeping quiet for a moment, Heng suddenly said, Itll be fine if we dont meet Tall Boots, if we do, do we eliminate them or not? If we eliminate them, well be criticized for being too harsh with no care for brotherhood, if we dont, then well be getting ourselves in trouble... What the hell was this, could it be that the organizers are intentionally messing with us? Yuan Wei replied, Why would they be so idle to mess with us? Its purely because were unlucky. K sighed, Ah man, dont worry, there are 13 teams anyways. The probability of us picking Tall Boots is 1/12, when rounded down its approximately zero, dont think too much of it. Xiao agreed. Yeah, dont think about it anymore. Our Captain is a lucky guy, we definitely wont get them. Yet the facts proved that, they seemed to have used up all their luck. Mo Huaifeng walked in with a deep frown and told them the oue. Mix vs Tall Boots. The first match, was an internal battle within China. The stats analyzer stood up with a whoosh. How could it be so coincidental... I am going to go to the organizer to find out the exact happenings, could it be that the China battleteams have been made the victims of secret maniption? Mo Huaifeng grabbed his shoulder at once. Ive asked. Theyre very willing to provide CCTV recordings of the handling of theputer system and when all the teams were drawing lots earlier, I dont think theres a problem. All at once, the entire room sank into an even deeper silence. Regardless of who such a thing happened to, it would make them feel terrible all the same. Besides China only had a total of two participating battleteams, and they were to be reduced to only one on the very first day... After a good while, Mo Huaifeng spoke up. The oue will not change. Since our opponent has been decided, then well y our best. It is respect towards Tall Boots also respecting ourselves. The others nodded with heavy hearts. Mix and Tall Boots match was the second match in zone B. They sat around for about two hours in the waiting room, when it was close to 10 AM, there were then staff members who came to knock on their door, announcing that they could go on stage already. Mo Huaifeng pulled on his team jacket then stretched out his right fist into mid-air. Mix, all the best. Everyone smiled at each other and stretched out their fists, bumping them together as they shouted, Mix, all the best! Then they went on stage sessively. Ji Zhiyao together with Xiaofei, Yuan Wei and the stats analyzer sat in the spectators area closest to their team, quietly watching the five people go on stage, then bow to Tall Boots. All at once, the audience went wild. Commentor A: I did not expect, within two hours of the international league opening, to see such an interesting scene, a battle between Chinas only two battleteams. Commentator B: This led me to think of a Chinese proverb, Im not sure if its used correctly, known as going at one anothers throats? Apologies, I do not understand Chinese, if I have used it wrongly please excuse me. We can see that the Chinese audiences beneath the stage seemed to be extremely enraged. Yes, if I was an audience, seeing the only two battleteams from my country going against one another in the first match of the first day, and one was set to be eliminated, I would be feeling the same way as they do. Commentator A: But looking at it from another point of view, it seems rather interesting, doesnt it? Now let us take a look at the information of these two battleteams. Mix, seeing their information, I realized that I do have an impression of this battleteam, their Captain Mix.Fi, ranks no. 3 amongst ADCs in the world. Others... Oh yes, they also have a jungler reserve, currently ranking no. 32 internationally, but he is not ying this match. Commentator A: Whereas Tall Boots is weaker inparison, only their Captain Xiaoye is no. 28 on the international ranking of midners, the others do not have any cings... Then would these two rivals admit defeat or whatsoever to allow the stronger team to conserve their capabilities? Im looking forward. Listening to the end, Ji Zhiyao felt that there was some teasing in admit defeat that thementator mentioned and could not help but clench his fists. Up on stage, everything was ready to go. Both teams put on their headphones. The match began, Xiaoye changed his old style that used to be more indecisive than Ji Zhiyao. Instead he brought along Heng and Mo Huaifeng, the midner, ADC and jungler trio sneaked to the opponents jungler to steal creep. Heng and Mo Huaifeng were more cunning, the spots that they hid in were especially concealed, leading Lan Guang to think that Xiao was the only one there and he rushed forward. In the end he was battered so harshly by the trio that he started to suspect life, using a flicker on top of Xiaoyeing to his aid, he then escaped sessfully and recalled to the fountain. Three of them cunning foxes openly sauntered about before Xiaoye and took away a blue buff before leisurely returning to their own positions, Xiaoye was so infuriated that he almost puked blood. Chapter 214

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    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios What was even more despairing was that, Lan Guang, as if he had disconnected, did not realize that the blue buff in his own jungle had disappeared and charged forward as before into the cave, fortunately, Xiaoye caught sight of that and reminded him through the headphones before he stopped in his steps and changed his direction... yet with this dy from moving to and fro, a minute and a half had passed, Xiao who had counter-jungled had settled into his routine, their gold now a few hundred higher than Tall Boots. For this match, Lan Guangs rhythm had been messed up, the only thing worth rejoicing was that his mentality managed to be kept on the edge and had yet to copse. The assassin spun in circles several times before recalling that there was another thing known as red buff that he could harvest and then ran into the lower half of the jungle. Ji Zhiyaoughed a little. The overwhelming advantage in the earlier stage ced Mix in a stable and unppable condition at all threenes, in the course of it Heng was caught by Xiaoye once, but because of Xiaoyes inadequate damage due to a shortage in equipment, Heng managed to dash into the safe space under the turret with a shred of HP left, Xiaoyes attack was more or less in vain. Seven minutes into the game, in the situation of three deaths andgging behind by more than a thousand gold, Tall Boots could not contain the impulse and started the fight for the little dragon, wanting to make use of the gold from killing the little dragon to turn the game around. Initially Xiao wasnt too bothered, only preparing to run over for thest strike when the little dragon has been brought down to itsst HP, yet he did not expect Lan Guang to suddenly be smart as he sold all other equipment with the exception of elerated boots and bought weapons with high damage, the little dragon went into Tall Boots sack without any struggle. This was purely the suffering of a serious setback as the result of a careless mistake. The camera was aimed at Xiao, him on the screen looked slightly annoyed but overall, his emotions were still in check. Xiao pped his own forehead, naggingly saying something before he jumped into the jungle to continue his work. Tall Boots temporarily turned the game with the little dragon and was now on an equal footing with Mix. Everyones levels was about the same too. The match entered a period of stalemate. Yet though Mo Huaifeng was older, he had a restless heart. He called out to his midner and jungler once again, wanting to go steal Tall Boots newly spawned red buff. This time round Tall Boots was prepared beforehand, Xiaoye, Lan Guang and their ADC all ran into the jungle to wait, both teams fought directly, starting a small-scale team fight. The oue of the team fight was extremely terrible, two in exchange for three, leaving Heng who was cowering behind Mo Huaifeng and Xiao to recall back to the fountain with a trifle of health. A mini team fight ended, whether they were aggressive or cowardly, both teams began to develop themselves timidly. Up till the 45th minute, Tall Boots headed for the dragon first, as they attacked, they realized that Mix had also unsure when, arrived, all 10 members of both teams were gathered in the big dragons cave. Due to the trauma left behind from being robbed in the jungle by the three cunning foxes, Lan Guang first threw his ultimate ability onto Mo Huaifeng. Yet Mo Huaifeng moved faster than him, slickly jumping behind Nuo, using Nuo to tank the damage. Though Nuo felt aggrieved, but at the thought that he was a tank and did not seem to have any other use except for tanking damage, he charged towards Lan Guang and Xiaoye with a yell, stunning the both of them with the collision. Mo Huaifeng instantly stepped forward with his ultimate ability and finished off the both of them with a double kill....at the end of a chaotic fight, Mix sessfully gained a big dragon with all yers safe and sound. With the dragon behind them, they pressed on, directly charging towards Tall Boots base. First match, victorious! Ji Zhiyao and the rest apuded their team mates from under the stage, but as they met eyes, they all saw the silence in each others eyes. To have beaten Tall Boots battleteam on the international stage, to them, wasnt anything worth being happy over. Commentator A: Honestly speaking, this match was unexpectedly exciting, to my surprise, this also gave us a taste of the charms of Chinese eSports yers on the international stage, theyre all very capable eSports yers, Im about to be a fan. Commentator B: Alright, let us first take a look at the judges established oue. At this point, the male host walked on stage from a side, and announced, This match has been deemed valid, let us congratte Mix battleteam for first earning one point! Apuse sounded from the audience. Just then, a person seeming to be a crew member walked to the male host and murmured something, the host appeared to be very surprised and lifted his microphone after confirming several times... A certain premonition suddenly rose in Ji Zhiyaos heart and he pursed his lips tightly, looking towards therge screen, then sure enough he heard the host say, After thorough consideration, Tall Boots battleteam from China has decided to give up on their right topete in the next two matches. As such, Mix battleteam from China has won all the matches of their first round and shall enter the next with a full score. At once, a stir could be seen from Chinese section of the audience, some agitated ones had already stood up. The male host said, Next, may we invite China, Mix battleteams MVP of this match, Mix.Fi for the post-game interview. Following the music, Mo Huaifeng walked on stage. Under the brilliant lights, the mans handsome face held an even more unspeakable charm, his disposition was mature and firm, as if he hadnt been affected by the audiences displeasure or Tall Boots sudden withdrawal. Under the attention of millions, he sat onto the high chair prepared by the organizers specially for use during the zone B interview and took the microphone from the hosts hand. The host greeted. Hello. Hello. Let me first ask on behalf of all our audience here, a question that everyone has. Mix.Fi, may we know why Tall Boots battleteam suddenly gave up on the subsequent two matches? Is it because you guys have talked about it earlier and hence they made such a decision? Mo Huaifeng nced at the host, then said unhurriedly, No, I too, only got the news from the crew members after the first match ended. His fluent English sounded very charming, as if it could cate peoples feelings. But as a Chinese yer, I am able to understand why Tall Boots made such a decision and I am very thankful. I hereby, representing all members of Mix, make a promise to them and all the Chinese audience present. No matter how arduous the league is, Mix battleteam will definitely spare no effort to achieve a cing that will please everyone. For a moment, the host was speechless. It took quite a while before he remembered what he had wanted to say and continued to ask a few questions, all of which Mo Huaifeng answered with ease. Three minutester, the questions segment ended. Mo Huaifeng bowed to the audience then walked off stage and returned to the participants waiting room. Not just everyone in Mix was in the waiting room waiting for him, Tall Boots was also present. The room was entirely filled with people, looking especially crowded. Yuan Wei said, This isnt the ce to talk, lets find a ce to eat. And also take it as a send-off meal for Tall Boots... Only Yuan Wei suppressed the second half of his statement and did not vocalize it. Everyone agreed, hence they found a barbecue restaurant nearby, then ten of them all sat together. Todays atmosphere was silent, as usual, the only difference was that the previous time was because of the awkwardness from recing their spot, while this time, it was due to the sadness before a farewell. But because they were the ones who had initiated giving up their rights topete, all the Tall Boots members looked much more peaceful than Mix. Xiaoye nced at Mo Huaifeng, then shifted his gaze to Yuan Wei and said with a smile, We were the ones to be eliminated in one much and are to be repatriated, whats with you guys? Your faces look longer than ours. Cheer up please? Yuan Wei began to speak, Actually Tall Boots... Oh man, I know what you guys want to say. But from the first match, everyone has already figured out what they ought to, our battleteams ability is indeed beneath you guys for now. To stoppeting here, is also to save some face for ourselves. It wasnt totally so. Everyone was clear why Tall Boots was unwilling toplete all three matches. The biggest part of the reason was to help Mix to conserve their capabilities and not let other battleteams have more information about them to analyze. That their capabilities werent evenly matched only made up a very small part. But, the general fans would not be thinking as deeply as they had. By doing this, Tall Boots would definitely be met by all sorts of questioning and mockery when they return home. If Mix could achieve a good cing, things wouldnt be that serious, but if Mix were to be eliminated in the next few matches too... Both battleteams will be ridiculed by the public. Besides, like them, Tall Boots also waited three years to restore the honor of China in the international league. But now... At the thought of these, Ji Zhiyao became increasingly upset. He buried his head and downed a ss of beer. For this meal, everyone felt like they were eating but not tasting anything. A meal ended, Xiaoye waved to them. Well leave first, all the best to you all. Well be waiting for your good news at home. Mo Huaifeng bumped shoulders with him. Goodbye. Ji Zhiyao stood behind, watching as the van carrying all the Tall Boots members drove away. Ten minutester, a new post appeared on his Weibo feed. [Gtx.YeV: From the moment I stepped into this scene, during many lost moments, I would always think, in my eSports career, just what kind of situation would make me happy? Would be it continuous victories in games, or hearing my teammates shouting for joy by my ear, or progress that can be seen by the naked eye with each training session? Ive thought about this question time and time again, but many years have passed and I still havent found my answer. What was beyond all doubt was that, giving up onpeting, would definitely make me upset. Because the spirit of eSports tells me that, if you do not persevere till the end, you wont know if you can turn the game around. But this time its different, I feel very happy. No matter what sort of skepticism we would be subjected to, I believe that my teammates and I will not regret this decision. China eSports waited for so many three years, and for me, at the very most, I have another three years, before it would be time to retire. Perhaps such an act of putting ones hopes on others is a selfish one, but I firmly believe, this entrusting, no matter to who in Mix, they will not find this weight on their shoulders too heavy. Because this is their goal. China eSports, all the best! From Gtx.Ye] ... Mix did not have anypetitions on the second day, but because theyd heard that King had apetition against North Americas ASI battleteam in the morning, after a discussion, everyone decided to go spectate this match. King battleteam was in zone A. When they arrived, all the participants viewing seats closest to the stage had been taken up. As the champions of the previous league, there was almost no one who wasnt interested in Kingspetition, everyone who could make it was here. They quickly found a few seats. There werent many seats that were all together, hence Yuan Wei and the stats analyzer separated from them, and the seven others sat together. Then thepetition began. Contrary to everyones expectations, ASI waspletely clobbered. Though in the North American league, ASI was not considered well-renowned, but a battleteam that eight of ten eSports lovers would know about, this did not stop Kingspetition with them from looking like an 18 year old adult going against an 8 year old child at all. ASIs all threenes copsed and werepletely unable to fight back. After watching one match, Ji Zhiyao only felt that his entire mind was only left with the sound effects of kill, double kill and triple kill. He shook his head, then said to Mo Huaifeng, Isnt this match too hasty? Mo Huaifeng nodded. ASI shouldnt have lost that badly. They couldnt help their mental breakdown. If I were to find out someday that we were going up against King, I reckon my mentality would be the same. You dont want to win. Bullsh*t, no one wants to win more than me alright? Tell me would they be able to figure it out if I pretend to beposed? In my heart the sky is falling and the earth is opening up, but on the surface, its clouds and wind, this way King might find that Im a hidden pro and do not dare to set their hands on me... Wake up. Your life is so uninteresting. Im living realistically. Ji Zhiyao curled his lip, yet he could note up with anything else to rebut Mo Huaifeng and hence pretended that he did not hear him. The second match began very soon. ASI seemed to have sensed the problem that they had in previous match and started to actively improve themselves in this match. Yet the feignedposure was still a feigned one after all, when Boxer turned ASIs midner and the turret over in the middlene, the mentality of ASIs midner had already crashed. After respawning, he basically seemed to be wearing abel that said ATM, terribly producing the results of 0/7/2 at the midway point of the game, an unbearable sight. This way, the third match had yet to begin and Mo Huaifeng suddenly stood up. Lets go, back to the hotel. Ji Zhiyao was slightly surprised. Theres still another match that has yet to begin, were not watching it? Its apetition that we already know what the oue would be, no point watching on, its purely a waste of time. That made sense after some careful deliberation, Ji Zhiyao nodded and stood up too. The group of them left the hall though the participants passageway and returned to their hotel. Throughout this morning, they did not seem to have gained any useful information. Ji Zhiyao observed for a long time, but only found out that everyone in King, including support An, all had very fast hand speeds and response capacity, they almost did not have any weaknesses individually. This was also the scariest part. Ji Zhiyao was in a daze for a while, then called out to Mo Huaifeng, Captain. Hm? Let me ask you a question, what do you think is the probability of our battleteam winning against King? Mo Huaifeng was quiet for a moment, before he replied, 30 against 70, if we perform slightly better, 40 against 60. Ji Zhiyao nodded. That was also what he thought. Though he wasnt too willing to admit it. Mo Huaifeng said, No point thinking about all these. It would be better to train, have you done your colored block training for today? Ji Zhiyao shook his head and gloomily opened up hisptop. Not yet, Ill start on it. With that, he loaded the program. Captain was right, it was already toote to think about anything else, theyd be better off using this time to train. Chapter 215

    Chapter 215: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Saturday. Mix battleteam was facing their second round ofpetition today. And after the stats analyzers discussion with Mo Huaifeng, changes were also made to their tactics, Xiao and Ji Zhiyao were to take turns substituting for each other. As Xiaofei wasnt strong enough, he remained as a spectator. For this round, Mixs opponent was a Korean battleteam, LuQi. Before going on, every one of them checked their individual equipment then did some light stretches. Commentator A: Today its the turn of the China battleteam that left a deep impression on me topete again, and we can see that it seems like there have been some changes to their tactics, in the name list submitted to the organizingmittee, theyve added their jungler reserve Yao. Commentator B: Thats right. This seems to be his first time stepping into the arena since the officialpetition began, I wonder how he is feeling. Alright, now let us take a look at our local battleteam LuQi! As everyone knows, LuQi... Though the two Koreanmentators were doing the introductions in English, it was difficult to conceal their favoritism to their local battleteam. They went on for about five minutes before these twomentators finally let off the audience. Now I announce, thepetition officially begins. Both teams walked on stage and bowed. Ji Zhiyao remained seated under the stage, Xiao was the one going on for the first match. LuQi seemed to have suffered from some provocation and did not move normally once the match began, all five of them headed to the middlene together, Heng and the first turret in the middlene was tragically trampled on. Though the top and bottomnes did not know what was going on, it did not hinder them from stepping on Hengs body and charging forward, eachne had already killed half of the first wave of minions. And after drawing first blood, LuQis yers swiftly dispersed, the top, middle, bottomnes and the jungle were instantly taken into their control. Commentator A: Dont mention the audience under the stage, even I, amentator for more than ten years, dont know what new tactic LuQi is using. But judging by the expressions of Mix, this tactic seems to be extremely useful, as theyre alreadypletely dazed now. Commentator B: But Mixs mentality and handling are still very steady. It looks like they werent very much affected. Mixs midner even has the mood to go to the opponents turret to tease him, LuQis midner couldnt catch him, he looks very enraged. In actuality, Hengs teasing, frivolous and indecent act had indeed attracted the opposing fire. LuQis midner had sent a signal calling for their jungler and he was currently hiding in the bushes, preparing to trap him on both fronts to teach him a lesson, but an arrow suddenly came flying from the bottomne, LuQis jungler in the bush was instantly exposed. Screams and cheers sounded from under the stage. Commentator A: Oh my god! Truly proving himself to be the pro ranking third on the international ADC rankings, that arrow earlier, I dare guarantee is the most exciting scene Ive seen since the officialpetition began! Commentator B: Me too! I recall during the previous international league, Mix.Fi clinched the no. 3 position on the international ranks with his urate attacks, now it seems like he hasnt changed at all. After being saved by Mo Huaifengs arrow, Heng did not dare to fool around anymore and obediently developed himself cautiously. This match continued all the way into theter phase, everything moved very slowly. Other than their initial extremely devious y of charging down the middlene, LuQi spent the remaining time killing minions and developing, half an hour passed and Mix still did not manage to catch a single yer from LuQi. Mo Huaifeng probably became slightly irritated and gave instructions through voice chat, after which Xiao headed straight for the big dragon, boldly leaping into the dragons cave. Thepetition was forcefully dragged into theter stage A total of ten yers from the two teams stood in the dragons cave, whether they were willing or not, all of them started a team fight. Mo Huaifeng steadily stood at the back, attacking from far, making use of Nuo, K and the others to firmly block himself off. As a center position, he dealt great damage and was surviving well, hence Mix naturally got thestugh. LuQi was wiped out whereas still had Mo Huaifeng and Xiao left alive. The ADC jungler team up worked together once again, heading right to LuQis crystal. The first match, victorious. In the midst of the odd atmosphere where the Korean audience sighed and the Chinese audience cheered, both teams walked off the stage for a 10 minute break. The five people from Mix came down, Ji Zhiyao picked up the bottles of mineral water on the floor and twisted open the caps for each one of them before handing them over. Each of them drank some water and stretched their wrists. Then, the second match began. Ji Zhiyao followed behind Heng to walk on stage. Without having to look towards the audience, he could already imagine that the Chinese audience would certainly be pointing at Mo Huaifeng and himself while whispering to each other, or saying some not too pleasant things. But Ji Zhiyaos mentality was still stable, the moment he puts on his headphones, everything in the outside world had nothing to do with him. Nuo: Sit tight, my teams Yao-god is going. K: Oh man, upon seeing NoHomo my heart suddenly rxed, I feel as if the entire match has been set to easy mode. Two daddies carrying us, how wonderful. Heng: You mutt, repeat whatever you just said, I promise to recite everything word for word to Xiao. K: This illustrates a problem. Ji Zhiyao: What? K: The rtionship between our battleteams jungler and midner is dependent on who the jungler is, its either xoxoxo or f*ck you, how fake. Ji Zhiyao: Nothing wrong. Actually Im hoping that Heng would be this unyielding when he is harvesting the blue buffter on, this way I wont need to use my abilities to help him. The midner that was rebutted by the topner and jungler was pitiful and helpless and decided then to absolutely not open his mouth to talk in the match, so as to avoid Ji Zhiyao bearing grudges and always remembering what he had said. Once the match began, Nuo became totally impish as if because Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng, two pros were both in this match and went swiftly like the wind as he rode his fish all the way into the bushes beside the opponents turret, preparing to wait for an opponent to walk in. Though as a support, hiding in ambush by himself was no different from going all the way to gift his opponent a kill, Nuo was still as happy as ark. Ji Zhiyao jungled while expressing his contempt for Nuos actions. Although Captain is a wicked badass, this cannot be your reason to court death. Nuo: Daddies please dont worry, I have flicker with me, my abilities are fully avable. Just as he finished his sentence, the opposing ADC walked out of the turret to kill the minions, Nuo rushed forward with a shriek and as a result he did not aim properly, his abilities all striking on the minions instead. Nuo was instantly dazed, he used his first, second, third abilities in a mess on top of a flicker before he managed to escape, scared sh*tless. K: Serves you right! Heng: Serves you right! Ji Zhiyao: Serves you right! Mo Huaifeng: Why didnt you die? If you die you wont need to fool around anymore. Nuo was unable to rebut. Nuo could not help it as tears flowed down. Ji Zhiyao had a good time ying with himself in the jungle, asionally he would run to the top and bottomnes to practice his movement, because of his fast speed and theck of guard against him from the opponents, not a single yer could catch him. Ji Zhiyao: I am a man that all of you cannot control, and also an emotionless killer. Following three seconds of silence in the headphones was Mo Huaifengs voice. Did you not take your medicine this morning? Did you not see if I took my medicine or not? Day in day out your eyeballs are about to be growing on my body already, what decent person are you pretending to be here! Although each of them were superb in bantering, they did not go idle in their game either. Mo Huaifeng brought the cowardly Nuo with him, sending the opposing topner home with a few strikes, the midner and jungler duo worked together perfectly to kill off the opposing midner. At this point, Nuo saw a chance and sneaked to the middlene, three of them put together their efforts to push down the middle turret. At the same time, Ji Zhiyao stealthily made his way towards the topne through the bushes, catching a chance, he helped K to finish off the opposing support. 10 minutes into the game, Mix was leading by more than a thousand gold, everyone was having a very rxed time. Commentator A: We can tell that LuQi seems to be slightly anxious, having brought up the pace at both their top and middlenes. But with the topne is facing Mix.Fi and the middlene missing yet another turret, it feels like there isnt much effect. Commentator B: Right now their only hope is the topne, but Mix.Yao isnt focused on jungling and seems to be staying in the topne. Im not sure if LuQis ADC and support will be able to spot a w in this situation of a pairedne. After all weve already saw earlier, Mix.Yaos handling is still very intelligent. Commentator A: Besides theyre in a favorable match right now. Mix loved ying favorable matches and were very skilled in controlling their advantage. A phase ofning ended, a new wave of creeps spawned, Ji Zhiyao was suddenly tempted to go to the opposite jungle for some fun. Yet just as he adjusted his mic and was about to speak he heard Mo Huaifengs voice. Impossible, dont even think about it. Mo Huaifeng: Finish this match on your best behaviour, otherwise I will break your legs. He aggrievedly dived into the jungle again. If he says no, then no! Hengughed so hard in the middlene, yet once he let down his guard he was hooked and dragged by the opposite midner to the bottom of the opponents turret, his body left in the open after being attacked by a set of abilities. Ji Zhiyao wanted to apud after seeing that. My midner, do you understand now, this is the consequence of mocking me! Heng: Screw you! If youre really so effective, wouldnt the trophy of the international league be in our hands with a smack of your lips? Everyoneughed merrily in their channel, thementators were also very confused on the elevated tform. Though they did not understand Chinese, it totally did not stop them from eximing about how theyd never met professional yers who talked this much. In the lively and merry atmosphere, Mix maintained their dominance and pushed directly to the opponents crystal. Ji Zhiyao pulled off his headphones, his eyes bright. Under the stage, a group of audience were cheering. On stage, his Captain smiled at him. Mo Huaifeng: Congrattions on your first win. Ji Zhiyao was happy. After the announcement that the results were valid, they lined up to walk off the stage. When they sat down at the participants viewing area, Yuan Wei suddenly nagged, NoHomo, you and Captain really look so perfect from 360 all around that it hurts the eyes to watch. At least on the international stage, please manage your expressions a little? Were already exercising great restraint, its because you keep ncing at us alright. Mo Huaifeng agreed. Hes right. Yuan Wei was so infuriated that he almost demonstrated what was known as passing away on the spot. Xiao went on for the third match. Thepetition ended without much suspense. Yet after this game ended, they did not return to the hotel but casually found a ce near the hall for some food, before preparing for their game in the afternoon. Yes, today, Mix battleteam had a total of two games to y. Having filled their stomachs, they returned back to the hotel. Meanwhile, their timetable for the afternoon had been refreshed, Mix was arranged to be the first match in the afternoon. Ji Zhiyao made a tsk sound and asked Xiao, Brother Xiao, hows your wrist, any abnormalities? Xiao shook his head, smiling as he replied, Its fine, recovered long ago. Dont worry, if I cannot hang on anymore, Ill tell you at once. Ji Zhiyao lightly bumped his shoulders. Then all the best. Dont worry, Brother Xiao will carry you. In about half an hour, the crew members entered in session,mentators took their ces, the hosts officially announced themencement of the afternoon games. Mix vs DIL. Once the first match began, Heng and Xiao the shameless couple joined hands to make their way to the opposing territory to steal creeps once again, sneaking away once they got the blue buff, appearing extremely sleazy. DILs jungler was half a beat behind them and simply gave up on giving chase, forcefully holding his tongue. Whereas after Heng took the blue buff, he gained a small advantage over DILs midner, hence he started to fool around, almost charging into the opponents turret to show off his handling skills and ended up having his head axed in a joint effort by DILs midner and jungler. Ji Zhiyao covered his face, the stats analyzers expression immediately became a dark one as he asked Yuan Wei, Did you bring any convenient weapons? Huh? Forget it, Ill just use my phone. Heng this mutt is virtually pissing me off, he was bought by the opponents to y a fake game right? Calm down. Yet no matter how the stats analyzer was secretly nning to beat up Heng, the kill that he had gifted away could nevere back. As there was now a small gap in gold between the teams, Heng gave up on his suicide style battling, obediently staying under the turret to kill minions. The operation of the top and bottomnes were all on pace, Mo Huaifengs newly unlocked ultimate ability from leveling up together with Nuos supports second ability could continuously wipe out the opponents; topner Ks handling skills were also on point as he tied down the opposing ADC and support, not letting change positions easily. The two battleteams started to go all out in building up themselves. The 23rd minute, Heng could not suppress himself any longer and used his ultimate ability to singlehandedly kill of the opposing midner, at this point, DILs jungler and ADC both rushed over, Heng hastily send a signal to his teammates. Both teams were essentially gathered. DILs jungler first used his ultimate ability to sweep everyone in Mix into their range of attack and cooperated with the ADC to reduce everyones HP to shreds. Mo Huaifeng first reacted in time, after dodging the attacks he used his ultimate and third ability to counter-attack and kill the opposing ADC and support, then was killed by DILs topner who rushed over. Commentator B: Actually this fight was started a little too early, Mixs midner seemed to have started a team fight without much nning, he really shouldnt have. Commentator A: I believe that such an extent of a continuous struggle, everyone can only witness at the international league. At the end of this fight, DIL is only left with a topner and Mix isnt any better off either, being left with a barely surviving jungler and support. There are yers dead and there are yers handicapped, at least within the next 10 minutes, both teams wont be able to start another fight. Commentator B: I reckon that when they start fighting once again, it would be when theyre going for the big dragon. After all theyve been weakened and would need to harvest a few spawns of minions to recuperate. The facts proved that these twomentators werent wrong with their words. Chapter 216

    Chapter 216: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios In the 35th minute, a DIL trio attempted to catch the carry duo of the midner and ADC but was killed in turn by Mo Huaifeng who had a trifle of HP left. Mix sessfully took down the big dragon, resulting in their gold surpassing DILs by more than a thousand. Following that, Mo Huaifeng led the minions and pushed right into DILs base with K and Xiao. The audience rose to their feet and cheered. Mix sessfully won the first match. Once they walked off stage, Heng was grabbed by the hair and clobbered by the stats analyzer. Going wherever you like, releasing your ability in the wrong direction! Look at you bing able with each day! How about we let you be the stats analyzer and coach too! Actually that doesnt... Youre f*cking really asking for a beating huh! Heng was hurt and wronged. You were the one who asked me! Ji Zhiyao almost diedughing as he watched on. The stats analyzer then said, NoHomo, youll go on for the next match. When necessary, directly hold onto the blue buff at all times, dont give it to Heng, people who fool around and go wherever dont deserve to have the blue buff. Um, then the red... Mo Huaifeng chimed in, Red your ass, think it through clearly before you talk. Ji Zhiyao also felt very aggrieved. He met Hengs eyes, then was determined to turn his sorrow to strength. As such, in the second match, Mix changed their tactics. The core of their offense was ced in the middlene and jungle, the opposing jungle was severely repressed, as the opponents were unable to build up their gold, they aggrievedly dragged out the match to a loss. In less than 45 minutes, the oue of the match was decided. Ji Zhiyao was the first to leave the stage while rotating his wrists, then after sitting down for less than 5 minutes he was chased back by Xiao with his animated expression. You y for the third match too, my hand hurts, I need to take a good rest. Ji Zhiyao looked towards Xiao speechlessly and Xiao responded, What are you looking at? Just tell me which part of you looks like your hand is hurting, you even pushed me, and why were you able to use so much force to push me? Not listening, not listening, a bastard is chanting! Screw you! Yet though he won their petty argument, Ji Zhiyao was still pushed onto thepeting stage by Xiao. Ji Zhiyao: My brothers, can we end this match in 30 minutes? Give me a precise answer. K: Whats with you? 30 minutes, rushing to be reincarnated are you, 30 minutes isnt even enough for a regr match? DIL are professional yers, could you please give them due respect? Ji Zhiyao: I want to pee pee. Ji Zhiyao: I was pushed up here by Brother Xiao before I could go. Mo Huaifeng: End it fast. Nuo: Yes yes yes, Captain dont worry, I assure you I wont fool around or feed, so as to save you from having to wash our Yao-gods pants if he pees in them. Mo Huaifeng: Repeat yourself? Nuo: Oh my god! NoHomo look! This jerk doesnt want to wash your pants for you! Ji Zhiyao: Get lost, get lost! To protect Yao-gods dignity of not peeing his pants, everyone very proudly pulled up early game champions. The match started. For some time, yers from both teams were more or less at level three, with their advantage of having more gold because Ji Zhiyao jungled fast, Mo Huaifeng bought two pieces of equipment then went to demonstrate a turret diving kill. In the middle Heng held back for once and hid under the turret to develop himself instead of wandering. There were also the schemes in the jungle... Ji Zhiyao dashed here and there and finally managed to steal two red buffs from DIL, resulting in the opposing ADC having no buff, his capabilities being dropped by a good chunk such that even K in the topne had an easy time. In their voice chat channel, because the prospects of their match were extremely optimistic, Mixs banter became proportionately longer. Heng: Steal the blue, steal the blue! Dont be all upied with K! You should give me a little something when youve fed him so well, you gave both blue buffs to the opposing midner, Im dead tired right now. Ji Zhiyao: It was theirs to begin with, your tone of forcibly making it yours is too much. I shall not go for it, the opposing jungler is infuriating, Im afraid if I go again he will directly skin me and drain my blood to sacrifice me to the heavens for their blessing. K: Thats right! Go get it by yourself if you can! Heng: Youre f*cking calling it a disfavor after gaining a favor! Mo Huaifeng: Take a look at the bottomne, which side are we going to push in from? Ji Zhiyao: Coming, Captain wait for me. Nuo: Ah! Nuo: The rancid smell of love, how disgusting! Because everyone had performed normally in this match, no one had idly created trouble with frivolous ys, once their levels were up there and the force of their ultimate abilities enough, both the middle and bottomnes flourished. Ji Zhiyao who had shouted Captain Iming had unfeelingly abandoned the bottomne and chose Heng instead, with a total of three people at the middlene including K, they charged into the opposite base with little resistance, then destroyed the crystal. When the match ended, Mo Huaifeng pulled off his headphones and said meaningfully, You dont truly love me. Captain listen to me! Think about the situation then! The middlene is the closest after killing the big dragon, right? And Heng was the one who cried bitterly telling me to give him a chance, of course thats not important but theres nothing wrong! I did that out of humanism wanting to quickly end the game so I can... What did you want to go do, do you remember now? I remember. Reach out and touch your pants to check if its wet, or, not. Yet what was most upsetting was that after salutations ended, Ji Zhiyao as the MVP of the match, needed to do the post-game interview. In the past this segment essentially belonged to Mo Huaifeng, but because had stayed in the middlene and ughtered enemies in all directions, his results hit a rare 7/1/6, hence the MVP title naturally went to him. Ji Zhiyao was in slight despair. In the face of his teammates who totallycked solidarity and friendship and theirughter, Ji Zhiyao went on stage. Host: Today were weing a new guest on the interview stage, Mix battleteams Yao-god, let us wee Yao-god with a round of apuse. Thank you. Host: From his seating posture we can tell that the Yao-god who is usually provocative in the game turns out to be so shy in private. Your posture is so obedient. Everyone else from Mix under the stage chuckled out loud. Host: Actually through thementators, our audience has alsoe to understand your ying style through various levels. Unlike most Chinese yers, your ying style seems to be something different, you are a speed ss style yer, is that so? Ji Zhiyao looked under the stage. Because it was rarely seen, most audience seated under the stage do not understand what speed ss is exactly. But the yers of every battleteam definitely know. If he were to publicize it, it would be letting his opponents know part of his tricks beforehand... He looked towards Mo Huaifeng. Mo Huaifeng smiled at him. Feeling as if something within him had been lit up, Ji Zhiyao smiled with his lips curled, then said into the mic, Yes. I am very happy that speed ss can be brought to everyones acquaintance once again, through me. This was also one of the things that his master, A.K, looked forward to the most. Host: Alright, thank you Yao-god for your answer. But I seemed to have heard of a matter, Im not sure if you are aware, our champion of the previous league, King battleteam, and a few other yers seemed to have practiced the speed ss style previously too. Hearing the word King, cheers sounded from the audience again... Yet Ji Zhiyao pretended as if he did not hear anything and nodded unaffectedly. Actually when I first started my training for it, Id been strictly warned by our stats analyzer. But Im more stubborn and felt that there was no loss even if I did learn it, so lets go ahead... Then, I came to where I am now. Host: We still have onest bold question, may we know your master... Ji Zhiyao smiled but did not speak. Host: Alright, understood, thank you for taking the time to do our interview today. After waving and smiling to the audience under the stage, Ji Zhiyao walked off and returned to be amongst his battleteam. The oue was that before he had stood still, he heard Mo Huaifeng say, Go to the toilet first, well talk about everything else when youe back. Ji Zhiyao then realized that his urge to pee was so great that it was almost gushing and dashed into the backstage bathroom reserved for participants. A minute after, he walked with a rxed expression. The others were already on the van outside the hall waiting for him. Ji Zhiyao jogged towards it and got on, sitting properly beside Mo Huaifeng. The van set off, driving them to Chinatown that was an hours journey away for hotpot. Theyd been driving for some time when Mo Huaifeng asked, Do you regret? Regret what? Revealing your buried secret. That, no I dont. Anyhow, Im just a little reserve, even if the sky falls theres Brother Xiao there to hold it up, what has it got to do with me. Xiao grumbled, What the hell? NoHomo youre cuing me out of the blue again. Go y at the side. Xiao hugged Heng. The chatter between Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyao continued. Ji Zhiyao exined, And theres no difference whether I reveal it or not, there are already people who have figured it out. They would be able to think of the ns they have to deal with me, even if I didnt expose myself. Mo Huaifeng suddenly grabbed his hand. You should have told them A.Ks name. What for? So that theyll tremble with fear on hearing his name? And while at that, think it through whether they have the capability to defeat A.Ks best disciple. Ji Zhiyao smiled, revealing half of his little canine tooth. My Captain, whats with you? Full of evil ideas huh. Recycling, let A.K fulfill his remaining worth. Ji Zhiyao gave Mo Huaifeng a p on his body. How could you say that about my master. Yuan Wei caught sight of that scene, his gazeplicated as hemented, I finally found someone who can beat up Captain. Everyone looked over at him all at once. Ji Zhiyaos countenance remained unchanged. At this very moment, I would like to say, the hit is on the childs body, but the pain is felt in daddys heart. He was really asking to be taught a lesson. The drive was filled with manyughs and time slipped away very quickly. As they were chatting, the driver stopped the van. K who was seated right at the front nced outside and announced happily, Were here, were here, get off quickly! This hotpot restaurant was found after Yuan Wei refused to tolerate the Korean barbecued meat and kimchi. Recalling past experience, he searched through many rmendations before deciding on this. The restaurant wasnt big and its location was more hidden, not many people visited it usually, but the spiciness of its soup base was 100% authentic, not the sweet spiciness that Koreans were used to. Hence they walked in, found a table and settled down. As their nanny, Yuan Wei was charged with the important task of ordering. The menu was written in Chinese, and he decided very quickly, Thergest size pot with a spicy soup paste, one of each of all the dishes they have and two jugs of water. Most important point is to make it fast, all of us didnt really have lunch. The server nodded, took the menu and left. Nuo said, Though I love spicy food, but Yuan Wei, dont we need to get a double-vored hotpot or whatnot? How long has it been since weve tasted the authentic chili oil, isnt it good to let me experience the long absent thrilling feeling of China? The stats analyzer was the first to speak. Agreed. Followed by Ji Zhiyao. I second that. Then K. Me too. Heng continued. Agreed, agreed. Xiao was also supportive. Hes right. Xiaofei said, Im craving for something spicy too. And Mo Huaifeng ended the debate. Thats set then. Hence Nuo waved his hands. Ill definitely be fine, Im mainly worried that the few of you who cannot take spicy food will get diarrhoea... Ji Zhiyao cut him off. Shut up! Nuo thats enough! Excuse me? I only said one sentence, whats wrong? Heng answered him this time. Do you have no f*cking idea about whats up at all? Though you dont always manage to support us in the game, but what you say outside of games is so urate, you can be known as the jinx itself! Xiao concluded. So, shut up. Nuo covered his face and sobbed. I meant for well for all of you but you guys are treating me like this! Boohoo! The stats analyzers words diverted their attention from him. Itsinginging! The server brought a huge pot to the table, the red oil in it was a thickyer, coupled with chili. Ji Zhiyaos eyes glowed, he was so far away and he could smell the chili oil, his saliva was about to drip out of his mouth. This was really too fragrant. The others expressions were all about the same, K swallowed his saliva and touched his stomach. Im so hungry. When can they serve the dishes? Ji Zhiyao nodded. Im hungry too. Mo Huaifeng stood up. Ill go check. K stared after him. Im hungry, but not the kind of being hungry for PDA! Ji Zhiyao responded with a giggle. When Mo Huaifeng returned, he was carrying two dishes in his hands, the server followed behind him, carrying arge tray, holding all kinds of meat. Ji Zhiyao quickly got up to help, moving the tes while finding the time to put meat into the pot. In a moment, he sat down and with the rest, stared at the pot with gleaming eyes. A few minutes after, the red soup started to bubble, everyone cheered and started to scoop their food. Ji Zhiyao ate his first mouthful of meat. Damn! Thrilling! Way too spicy! Yet the spicier it was, the more he craved to eat it. Everyone else was like him, hissing as they downed some water and continued to dig in, with totally no time to talk... After the whirlwind passed, Yuan Wei rubbed his belly as he said, Its been a long time since Im this stuffed, Im contented. Ji Zhiyao then said, Yet I have an ill feeling. Mo Huaifeng questioned, Whats wrong? Ji Zhiyao held his tummy, his tone weak, pitiful and helpless as he grunted, Did I drink too much cold water, I feel diarrheaing. Mo Huaifeng instinctively nced at Nuo. Nuo was shocked. Why are you looking at me! I didnt do anything at all! Ji Zhiyao hurriedly grabbed a pack of tissue that was on the table, then dashed in a crooked position into the restaurants washroom. Chapter 217 Chapter 217: Untitled Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios More than ten minutester, Ji Zhiyao came out with a sallow face and dropped into his seat. Mo Huaifeng asked concernedly, Still hurts? Much better than earlier. With that, he looked towards Nuo. Nuo raised both his hands in a surrendering position. I really didnt drug the food! Believe me! Ji Zhiyao gave him an eye roll, he no longer had the energy to continue a nonsensical talk with Nuo, and only wanted to return to the hotel for a nap. Everyone also had their fill, hence they walked out and took a taxi back to their hotel together. Yuan Wei and the others stayed behind to settle the taxi fare whereas Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng took the elevator up first. Once the doors of the elevator opened, they saw Ji Qingge seated on the sofa outside ying her phone. Shed gone to watch theirpetition in the morning but had returned to the hotel before them in the afternoon since she was tired. Ji Qingge also turned her gaze towards the elevator, seeing the weak Ji Zhiyao, she stood up and instinctively said to Mo Huaifeng, You youngsters must know some control. Ji Zhiyao growled, Are you asking for a beating? Ji Qingge then came to the realization that theyd gone out topete, so she cleared her throat and asked, Brother, what happened to you? Ji Zhiyao had no strength to lecture her, only answering with a wave of his hand. From eating hotpot. What? You actually went for hotpot without me? Ji Zhiyao did want to respond to her and simply instructed Mo Huaifeng to help him to his own room, then mmed the door shut. Lying on the bed, Ji Zhiyao felt much morefortable. Mo Huaifeng was picking up hisptop, preparing to re-watch and analyze their game, Ji Zhiyao asked enviously, Captain, does your stomach not hurt? Mo Huaifeng shook his head. Im not as delicate as you are. Bullsh*t, what has it got to do with me! Its all because you guys wanted iced water to go with hotpot! Mo Huaifeng was reluctant to argue with a patient and pretended that he did not hear him. Ji Zhiyao stared at the ceiling, recalling the games that they yed the whole of today, he turned his body towards Mo Huaifeng, saying, Captain, I feel like the league is going more smoothly than I imagined it to be. Mo Huaifeng shot a nce at him. Why do you suddenly say that? Look, we yed against three opponents, with the exception of the first game against Tall Boots being extremely vexing, the other two games went without a hitch. Do you think we have a chance of bing the champion? Wake up. You dont want the championship? Hows that possible? He wanted it, but it absolutely wasnt as simple as what Ji Zhiyao was thinking. Then why dont you have any longing for it? I didnt even hear yearning in your tone. Do you remember the remaining battleteams? Seems like you dont, then let me remind you, King. What the f*ck? Ji Zhiyao sat up on the bed with a roll. Thats not right, King is in the same group as us? Why did I not know at all, I totally dont have any impression? On the first day your entire mind was filled with Tall Boots so you probably didnt read the list in detail. Following that, the games after were very closely packed, its normal that you cant remember. Ji Zhiyao was instantly ovee with sorrow. I just f*cking thought that I was unbeatable in the world and you told me this... Cant you let me be happy for a few days first? Theres something that will make you even happier, want to hear it? I refuse... The day after tomorrow, we have a game, against Koreans second best battleteam, ZERO, afraid? Are you a devil? Seeing that his goal had been achieved, Mo Huaifeng nodded dly. If it can make you recognize yourself, then I am one. He grudgingly turned back and picked up theptop on the table. He would start training instead of cking off, would that do? He just didnt believe that the imposing Yao-god, wont be able to defeat the Korean yers. His skills were personally handed down by Koreas uncrowned King, A.K! All of you trash! Prepare to tremble in fear! Filled with fine and beautiful thoughts, Ji Zhiyao finally started his training. ... Group A, Mix battleteams secondst game. Opponent, ZERO battleteam. Mix battleteam entered their fourth game with the results of full scores from the previous three games yed, something that surprised the audience at the venue. And many of their local eSports enthusiasts had, because of this, retracted their prejudice towards Mix battleteam, deciding to wait till the league ended to decide on anything else. With the exception of Yuan Wei and the stats analyzer who would asionally go on Weibo and Tieba for some looks, the seven people who had deleted all their apps and isted from the world for a long time were left in the dark. But for this game, the opponent theyd met was also a zero losses, full score, ZERO battleteam. So once they walked into the hall, everyones faces held a grave expression. The stats analyzer sighed. Weve encountered the violent storms and waves, how is it possible that we will capsize in a drain, although this drain is slightly wider, but dont you worry, we definitely can easily send them to the West. Yuan Wei agreed. Precisely, can each of you not look so mournful, with a person like Captain around, cant you guys create an opportunity for him to lead and carry us to a win? Mo Huaifeng made him choke on his words at once. I cant. Nuo cried out with a forlorn expression, Did you guys hear that, Captain said he cant! Mo Huaifeng continued. Yes, so would you like to consider staying at the fountain from the start to the end, without you jinxing us we might have a greater chance of winning. The others burst intoughter. Are all of you still human? Actuallyying such vicious hands on this little kitty here! Heng said, I suddenly thought of something, NoHomo, isnt your sister here to watch thepetition? Why didnt you bring her along? Ji Zhiyao replied with a straight face. Todays scene is too bloody, Im afraid it would scare her. Everyone else rolled their eyes. Their game was arranged to be the second game of the morning, after waiting for about 20 minutes, the host went on stage and announced, Zone B second match, China Mix battleteam vs Korea ZERO battleteam, both teams please prepare ande on stage to greet each other! Ji Zhiyao waved towards Xiao. Brother Xiao all the best! Xiao returned with the same wave and went on stage, looking rather insecure. The match started. At the start, Mo Huaifeng was a step slower from selecting his equipment, Nuo followed closely after Mo Huaifeng, if Mo Huaifeng did not move, he stayed still too, seemingly for fear that Mo Huaifeng would really leave him at the fountain to watch the gates. About ten secondster, they then leisurely walked towards the bottomne. Meanwhile the red buff happened to spawn, Mo Huaifeng had probably came to a consensus with Xiao that the first wave would go to him, thus he walked in the direction of the red buff... When he was almost there Mo Huaifeng stopped, suddenly releasing an ability towards a bush that was slightly further away. Then suddenly three more people appeared. Commentator A: My god! Even seated here on the stage I did not get a clear look of when ZERO sneaked to the opposite side to counter-jungle, really wonder how Mix.Fi managed to tell, could it be luck? Very surprising! Commentator B: Its not luck, we can only saw that his judgment and sixth sense is better than the ordinary man. Now their support haspletely hidden at the back, as if already forgotten that he was a tank. Commentator A: Mix.Fis expression is extremely thought-provoking, I keep feeling that he is especially tempted to pull him out to give him a vicious beating. In fact, when Mo Huaifeng was left with a fraction of HP after a fight with the three opposing yers and let all three of them escape, ncing at Nuos position on the map after that, he indeed had such a thought. Mo Huaifeng: So scared of dying, why not be the midner huh? Now that I think about it its very possible, anyways our midner is so tough, not easily afraid of death, the two of you can swap positions, easier to find someone who will tank for me. This sentence embarrassed two people, yet they could not find any words to rebut it. Hence they could only be even more cautious in their y. And the situation in the jungle waspletely different, the opposing jungler had very fast hand speed; though it couldnt bepared to speed ss, it wasnt far from it. As Xiao was overly careful, he kept being caught and attacked and was in a disadvantageous position from the start. Mixs jungles early development couldnt keep up, Mo Huaifeng could only jump into the jungle asionally to jungle, so as to avoid being repressed too much on their gold. In the middlene, due to being constantly surrounded by Mo Huaifengs vicious nagging from the start of the match, a spell of wrath rose from Hengs heart, grabbing on intervals of the opposing midner attacking Mo Huaifeng, he kept engaging him and continuously wore him out again and again, finally forcing the opponent to dizzily recall. His ambition was written on Hengs face and he hurriedly followed the minions to go push the turret. By the time the opposing midner came back, Heng had already retreatedpletely and was safe and sound. Heng: Dont b*tch that Im useless, did you guys see that, one turret and one kill, all came from my hands! K: Alright, my midner is mighty and formidable today. Mo Huaifeng: Potential is something that is forced out, if I hadnt forced you, you would still be leeching EXP and using frivolous ys, whats there to be cocky about, even if someone must be cocky it ought to be me. Heng: Damn, why does my Captain have so much to say today? Mo Huaifeng breezily dived into the turret, taking the kill as he replied, Being forced. The two Koreanmentators on the tform werepletely puzzled, they werent skilled in lip reading or Chinese and totally did not know what rubbish Mixs Captain and members were on about. After clearing his throat, the only words thatmentator A had were, Chinas battleteam is really full of vitality. Commentator B: Yes, seems like every game that weve seen, theyve always been like this, makes one envious. In actuality, Mix battleteams current circumstances werent the best. Heng was insatiable after pushing down a turret and continued to move forward, almost pushing the minions till the second turret in the middlene, but good days dontst. Before long, he was killed by the jungler that had leaped out of the bushes. In the topne, ZEROs ADC ranked no. 6 internationally, someone not to be trifled with, not only had he trapped Xiao, he even worked with his support to lock down Xiao. The junglers motility wasnt strong enough, Mixs jungle almost became the home of the opposite jungler. In their voice chat channel, Heng roared, The opposing jungler is almost walking all over me, wheres our jungler? Where has our jungler died? In the end, as hisst word fell, the junglers head instantly dropped to the ground, Xiao said faintly, Died in topne, are you happy with that? Mo Huaifeng: Did Heng and Nuo make a duo and go to pray to Buddha previously? The situation wasnt optimistic; all theughing and joking looks had long disappeared. Because he was continuously totally repressed, Xiao began to grow irritable. Captain, I solemnly ask to change the yer for the next two matches to NoHomo. Mo Huaifeng: Dont even think about it, no way. Xiao: No, Im totally stuck with how fast the opposing jungler is responding, NoHomo... Mo Huaifeng: I said no means no. You should be clear at heart what your problem is, you didnt put yourself in a proper state of mind, who can you me? Xiao did not speak, the others, no matter who, all tucked their tails between their legs, those who could cower under the turret did so, firmly not daring to feed. In such a mood, Mo Huaifeng added, One more time, youll be ying for all three matches today, Ill see if itll make you learn. Even the twomentators sensed the silence in Mixs channel, exchanging a look, they both figured the message in each others eyes: Why wasnt this battleteam bantering anymore? Under the stage, Ji Zhiyao and the stats analyzer had understood the whole situation and managed to guess why Mo Huaifeng was suddenly pulling a long face... Yet in less than a few minutes, they realized that Mo Huaifengs long face seemed to have taken effect, Xiao was no longer overly restrained like before, and was instead focused on engaging ZEROs jungler. But this boost came a little toote, on top of various other reasons, Mix lost the first match. This was also the first point that Mix had lost since the start of the international league. Mid-game break, Xiao was the first to walk off. What was surprising was that he did not look upset, but seemed to be in thought, as if he had thought of something. Mo Huaifeng had also put away his solemn evil-stepmother face and sat down beside Ji Zhiyao. The three others were brought to a side and murmuring away with the stats analyzer Mo Huaifeng said, Let Xiao go on first for the next match, he has some faults, they need to be corrected. Ji Zhiyao nodded. Sure, I know. Then Ill wait for the third match. Dont be upset. Ji Zhiyaoughed. Im f*cking past 20 years old, Fi-god, can you not take me for a child? At the very least Im a professional yer who has seen the world, my dignity cannot be provoked! Mo Huaifeng looked at him and also lifted the corner of lips and smiled. Hence Ji Zhiyao was pleased. The break ended very quickly, the five of them stepped on stage once more. Before the match started, as Ji Zhiyao looked at Mixs area, he also did not forget to look at ZERO battleteam. Five people who were simrly young, their eyes were also filled with the will to fight. Meeting on the narrow path! Commentator A: The ending of the previous match was a little baffling, but seeing Mixs lineup for this match, Im also slightly surprised. Commentator B: Youre not alone, its the same for me. As noticed from the previous few games, Mix has always been rotating their junglers, but for some reason, they did not swap Xiao out for Yao in this match. I thought that Yao would find it easier to control such a situation aspared to Xiao. Commentator A: Lets believe that Mix has a better n in mind, alright, we will now continue to watch the match. Once this match began, audience with keen eyes would realize that Mix had changed from the previous match. Xiao became much more clever, since the opposing ADC and support at the topne were so good at locking people, he would simply stay away from the topne. Chapter 218

    Chapter 218: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios With the exception of the red buff in one half of the jungle, he gave up on the other creeps, and instead stayed close to Mo Huaifeng, demonstrating the ADC-jungler team up and would asionally sneak to the bottomne to pester the opposing topner. ZEROs topners head was set spinning by his irregr movements, which left him bewildered. With regards to this, in their voice chat channel, Mo Huaifeng said, Not bad, youve be smarter. At the same time, Mo Huaifeng, who wasnt in too good a mood because of Xiaos sudden idiocy in the previous match, had chosen a champion with extremely high damage, his intent to kill very strong. Once he rose to level six, hed directly finished off the little dragon in the lower half of the jungle, then left Nuo to defend the turret in the topne while him and Xiao shifted to the middlene and used a trio group fight gamey that wasmonly seen in bronze ranked games. The gold and number of minions that K had missed at the topne were all made up for by them. Commentator A: Fi-gods rage in this match has really filled many of Mix battleteams ws, a look at the overall situation right now, other than having the advantage of one more turret at the topne, ZERO battleteams middle and bottomne have almost sunk into a vulnerable state. Commentator B: ZERO battleteam might have underestimated Mixs capabilities and Mix is also very forthright. After all Mix battleteam had never lost any of the previous matches too, ZERO was too optimistic. Another wave of minions spawned, yet it waspletely futile, before they arrived at the middlenes turret, theyd already been cleanly divided and shared among Mo Huaifeng, Xiao and Heng. At the bottomne, the dominance that Mo Huaifeng created remained, Nuos ability to defend the turret for a short period of time was still indisputable. In such a situation, it was useless regardless of how good ZEROs ADC was, as Ks disadvantage in killing less minions and being unable to push down hisne had beenpletely made up for by the trio in the middlene, in total they werent losing out at all. ZEROs jungler was forced to give up on the jungle for the middlene, meanwhile Mo Huaifeng and Xiao had already shifted once more, arriving at the big dragons cave. Mo Huaifengs damage was way too high, together with Xiaos jungling knife, they took down the big dragon almost in a matter of ten over seconds, regardless of how fast ZERO battleteams yers were, they wouldnt have made it in time. Mix gathered behind the big dragon, forging ahead to ZEROs base through the middlene. Nuo stood right at the front, K and Xiao had essentially given up their damage equipment and instead changed to using tank builds to protect Heng and Mo Huaifeng who were right at the end. After a chaotic fight, ZEROs crystal copsed. Second match, Mix battleteam, victorious! Ji Zhiyao sat under the stage and together with Yuan Wei and the stats analyzer, apuded with all his might. His teammates were awesome! The host announced that the result was valid, then the five left the stage. Ji Zhiyao stood up to wee them, seeing that he had reached out his arms, Mo Huaifeng thought that he wanted to hug him and lifted the corner of his lips but ended up seeing Ji Zhiyao walk past him and giving Xiao a firm hug. Brother Xiao, youre amazing! Xiao whispered, Are you feeling jealous, so you want to kill me? What? Xiao pushed his head aside and silently looked behind him. Ji Zhiyao followed suit and looked in the same direction. Mo Huaifeng tugged up a corner of his lips, letting out a heh. Ji Zhiyao was suddenly speechless. He quickly stood at attention and praised with an unchanged countenance, Of course, although Brother Xiao is really amazing, but what is he after beingpared with our Captain? Our Captains manner when he unleashed himself in all directions and frightened the enemies was virtually too handsome! One man alone could hold out against ten thousand, who but him could do it... Mo Huaifeng did not speak. So good looking! Ive never seen a man this handsome in my entire life! The corner of Mo Huaifengs lips moved slightly. Ji Zhiyao racked his brains and suddenly blurted out, Mummy I want to marry him! Shut up. Finally a reaction. Ji Zhiyao obediently shut his mouth, a look of I didnt do anything at all dont get angry at me written on his face. Yuan Wei sighed. Ive got no eyes for this. The stats analyzer followed. Oh dear my eyes hurt, Ive got to find a hospital and get a proper examination to see if Ive gotten any terminal disease. Mo Huaifeng darted a nce at them, the others instantly shifted their gazes elsewhere in a fluster, feigning a manner of not knowing anything at all. Ji Zhiyao asked, So can Captain carry me to a win for the next match? A very small smile appeared on Mo Huaifengs face, but he still said fiercely, Get lost. Since youre unwilling, then lets change it to me carrying you to a win! These two people were absolutely cheesy! The others did not speak, but everyone had the same thought deep down. The break time passed by quickly, their jungler for the third match was switched from Xiao to Ji Zhiyao. Once he put on his ear-mic, Ji Zhiyao announced his tactics for today. I am going to be absolutely sleazy today, dont any of you stop me! Mo Huaifeng: In what way? Ji Zhiyao: Using my strengths to put up a weak appearance to the enemies, how does that sound, interesting? Mo Huaifeng: Take it easy, this match is on the edge of the cliff, if you go too far, youll be waiting for greetings from millions of Chinese people. Ji Zhiyao: Dont worry, theres still you if I go too far. As my boyfriend, be prepared to have my back. Mo Huaifeng: Its not like Im a nanny. Though that was what he said, the audience present in the hall all witnessed Mixs Captains splendid smile that no one knew the reason for. They all thought that this was a smile of confidence in victory, but after the match began, everyone realized that it wasnt so. Mixs jungler reserve Yao was like a disconnected weakling, his ying today greatly at odds with his previous performance. Commentator A: This attack shouldnt be, ording to how Yao personally admitted that he was a speed ss yer, why didnt he manage to dodge that strike? Commentator B: Meanwhile he has made another mistake, but its fine, he seems to be very lucky, this strike from ZEROs jungler did not hit him. I wonder if he would be this lucky next time. From this we can see that Yao ispletely out of it today, right now he seems to have be Mix battleteams breach. Commentator A: Yes, other than the buffs being harvested by the two center positions, everything else in Mixs jungle has beenpletely left untouched while Yao has been hanging around in ZEROs jungle the whole time. Hold on, I suddenly thought of another possibility. Commentator B: Ive thought of it too. Stealing resources so covertly, ZEROs jungler does not seem to have figured it out. Commentator A: He is really cunning. Right now, all the resources in ZEROs left side of the jungle has all fallen into Yaos hands. What thementators say, the yers on the stage are unable to hear. But ZEROs jungler seemed to have heard and understood something through his voice chat, and his actions gradually slowed down. At one look Ji Zhiyao knew that he had already realized, hence he called it a day, swiftly sneaking back into his jungle and started to harvest all the creeps. Not just ZEROs jungler, the whole team opposite was enraged and gathered toe to the jungle to bombard Ji Zhiyao. Ji Zhiyao leisurely wandered and dodged while shouting at the top of his voice, My god, theyre right in my face, insulting my dignity, dont all your consciences hurt as you guys watch the show from aside? Mo Huaifeng: Deserving. Nuo: Oh hold it, which one of them would be able to catch you, dont deny that once you have an advantage. Once Nuo the sound of Nuos words fell, an ill feeling suddenly grew in Ji Zhiyao, he quickly stopped moving, then saw an arrowe shooting out of a bush, the opposing ADC had hidden inside a bush. Ji Zhiyao released two abilities in his direction then turned on his heels and ran. Nuo you mutt, find a day and give me your birth characters so I can bring it to a temple to see if you were meant to specially jinx me in this lifetime? Nuo shook his crossed legs, as he bent his fingers like an orchid, saying in a soft voice. Hmph, annoying, I dont want to. Ji Zhiyao shivered and was almost killed by an arrow from the opposing ADC. Ji Zhiyao: Can you f*cking shut up from now on! Nuo: I refuse! Ji Zhiyao kept quiet for a while, Nuo who thought that he had won the spat happily hummed a tune, before he could keep it up, he realized that Mo Huaifeng had unsure when, shifted from his side and the person who was right before him had be the opposing topner. Nuo shrieked. Captain, are you still human? Not anymore. Nuo: What the f*ck! Although he had let Nuo die, Mo Huaifeng killed off the opposing topner without any hesitation after Nuo died. Nuo could not help but be ovee by sorrow. A kill earned by stepping on my head and fresh blood, Captain have you got any conscience? Ji Zhiyao: Captain already said no, why do you keep asking! Nuo: Shameless couple! Ji Zhiyao: Yeah, does it rub you the wrong way,e hit me then! Nuo: Boohoo! After rebutting Nuo, Ji Zhiyao said very seriously into the ear-mic, Captain dont you worry, conscience isnt important at all, regardless of whether you have it or not, I still like you. Mo Huaifeng: Okay. Heng smacked his lips. Whats with the two of you today? Why is there no end to your cheesiness? Ji Zhiyao: Because I calcted after waking up this morning and found that, Ive been with Captain for two years! Mo Huaifeng: What a coincidence, I calcted too. The others gasped back a breath of air and suddenly turned to look towards Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng uniformly. What the f*ck? Its been two years already? K was the fastest to react. Congrats congrats,e brothers, take down ZEROs mutt head as a keepsake for Captain and NoHomos anniversary! Heng: Roger. Nuo said reluctantly, Forget it, forget it, I was initially nning to feed well. In this case, Ive decided to endure my grievance,e on brothers, burn my calories! Hence whether to all the members of ZERO, thementators or audience, they realized that it was as if everyone in Mix had eaten steroids, as they suddenly upped the pace, their speed of jungling and pushing turrets as fast as the wind, Mo Huaifeng directly charged on for a 1v3 several times... and subsequently settled the big dragon, ZERO waspletely unable to fight back. In the midst of thementators surprised shouts, Mix advanced to ZEROs base triumphantly, followed back the sound effects of Mo Huaifengs double kill, triple kill, quadra kill, penta kill sounding continuously, ZEROs crystal was collectively attacked for less than five seconds and copsed! At this point, Mix battleteams secondst group game officially ended! Though both battleteams had lost the good cing from not earning an umted point, Mix was evidently a level above ZERO battleteam. On their way back to the hotel, the stats analyzer informed everyone that theirst group game was three dayster. Opponent, King. Upon hearing this name everyone could help but feel a wave of despair wash over them, only Xiaofei who wasntpeting still maintained a riddling confidence. Isnt there just a one point difference between King and us? I think we can do this. Heng sighed. Its been so many years since I saw such a dense kid like you, why must it be the one that belongs to my middlene? Brother, was I wrong? Of course, you ought to rejoice that this is a game of umting points instead of elimination, otherwise well be stopping at this point being in the final four, then we can a few ne tickets at wholesale price and go home together. The stats analyzer joined in the conversation. Its not so scary, be strong. Ji Zhiyao said, Thats right, as thest and only Chinese battleteam at the international stage, we cannot fall. Xiao wasnt as confident. King in my eyes? Is as scary as Mount Everest in the eyes of mountain climbers... I have decided, I dont want to y three dayster, NoHomo you go. Big brother, whats with you again? Rebellious phase? Im getting old, such an unnerving scene of losingpetitions are difficult for me to ept. I still want to live well till I retire, may I trouble all my brothers and sisters to leave me a way out. Excuse me? Then youll make me go? Grief was written on Xiaos face. Youre still young after all. Ji Zhiyao rolled his eyes, totally not wanting to bother with the idiot that did not have the drive of a youth. When they arrived at the hotel, everyone dispersed. Ji Zhiyao first went to knock on Ji Qingges door to ensure that she had not been kidnapped, then returned to his own room. Once he stepped in, he saw Mo Huaifeng at his usual, hugging hisptop and tapping away and was suddenly overwhelmed by sadness, after keeping silent for a while, he said, Captain, youve changed. Mo Huaifeng lifted his eyes. Where have I changed? You deceived me with a passionate, outgoing and bright image, but now, youre totally a inte-addicted trash who lies in bed everyday being a bohemian man! A whole string of adjectives made Mo Huaifeng a little dazed, his expression turned nk for a moment before he said, Can our manner of interaction be simpler in the future? Huh? Mo Huaifeng stood up and started to wear his jacket. Say that you want to go out when you want to go out to y, why nag so much? Ji Zhiyao coughed. Guilt was stered all over his face, he thought for a moment, then questioned confidently, So you actually dont want to go on a date with me? I do, I especially do, totally do, happy now? Mo Huaifeng pushed Ji Zhiyaos head, pushing him down. Stop b*tching, wear your jacket, lets go! Ji Zhiyao was satisfied then. Especially when Mo Huaifeng brought him to a restaurant selling very authentic Japanese cuisine, such satisfaction peaked. After eating and drinking his fill, Ji Zhiyao patted Mo Huaifengs back. Youre not too bad, pal. Mo Huaifeng gritted his teeth. Ji Zhiyao! Bleh! Hit me then! Mo Huaifeng pinched his butt. Ji Zhiyao jumped up and leaped back, the expression on his face was also one ofplete disbelief. What the hell, how could you behave like a hoodlum in public? You told me to. Ji Zhiyao was suddenly speechless. Looking like hed been choked, Ji Zhiyao blurted out after suppressing it for a long time. Damn it, Im done! I want to return to the hotel! Mo Huaifeng had already gotten the best of the bargain, hence he replied leisurely, Its all up to you. Ji Zhiyao instantly became even more angered. Yet back at the hotel, Mo Huaifeng called him over to tell him about the rey that he watched. Listening to Mo Huaifengs voice, Ji Zhiyao anger suddenly dissipated. I am really a person who is easy to get along with , Ji Zhiyao thought. ... Three dayster. Thest game within group A and also the finale, arrived. Chapter 219

    Chapter 219: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios King battleteam vs Mix battleteam. Before going on, everyone wasnt feeling too optimistic. After all, of all the famous yers on the international rankings, four out of five yers in King were part of them. Honestly speaking, the chances of winning this match was 40% against 60%, 40% was still on the ount that King was exhausted and did not want to y a good game. Ji Zhiyao sat under the stage, preparing to observe carefully. His gaze swept over, examining the five yers who had already gone on stage. King topner Xiaobai. Midner Boxer. Jungler Mina. ADC Xiumin. Support Linka. A near-perfectbination, whether based on teamwork or individual capabilities. Ji Zhiyaos pupils involuntarily contracted. The stats analyzer said, NoHomo focus on watching, at the very least half of Boxers style is speed ss. Ji Zhiyao nodded. Though A.K felt that Boxers training was totally below grade, a pro is a pro, Boxer had only incorporated a little bit of speed ss into his own style and it managed to make him a frustrating opponent. He watched on in the audience, feeling more nervous than he did whenpeting on stage... Boxer was really aggressive, attacking Heng right at the start of the game, regardless of whether his abilities were avable or not, he first pounced right on. Heng swiftly retreated, escaping with great terror. The stats analyzermented, Really aggressive. Ji Zhiyao nodded, still in a state of shock. I will definitely stay away from middler, how about ying a jungler ADC team up? The stats analyzer stared at him speechlessly. If you are able to stand by and watch as Boxer clobbers Heng. What sin am I suffering. Two minutester, Heng finally managed to steadily hide under the turret, relying on the turret to kill minions... Yet such a position wasnt any fine one, because it was always Boxering over with the wave of minions and Heng would have to endure yet another cruel beating, repeatedly hovering between dying and not dying. At the bottomne, Xiaobai was no match for Mo Huaifeng, thus the overall trend was still considered optimistic; at the topne, K for once demonstrated his specialty of topne defense turret, no matter how Xiumin and Linka harassed him, he remained unmoved. Although his HP was decreasing little by little, he did not die. The highlight of the game was in the middlene and jungle. Heng had been locked in the turret by Boxer, unable to move the entire time, and Xiaos current condition was also rather dire. After just rising to level three, he was forced to fight Mina head on and ended up bing first blood, all the resources in his jungle were cleaned out, Xiao was incensed yet nothing could be done. 20 minutes past, the more Ji Zhiyao watched on, the clearer the game became to him; the dominance of the bottomne would notst, their top and middlenes might even copse subsequently after being held back and the jungle had also lost its advantage... Perhaps out of nervousness or some other reason, everyones mental state wasnt as good as their previous games, Mo Huaifeng seemed to have sensed it too as he pursed his lips. Yet there was no way out. This was a match that they had found the chances of winning rather low since the start, yet as they yed on, such a helpless feeling became deeply pricked in every corner of their bodies. In the situation of being madly dominated by Boxer and Mina, Mix battleteam lost the match in the 35th minute. Ji Zhiyao seemed to be able to hear the whispers from the Chinese audience seated 10m away, and pursed his lips. Until he heard footsteps beside him, did Ji Zhiyao lift his head and look over, dumbfounded as he realized that his teammates did not falter as easily as he had imagined, Mo Huaifeng was discussing something with Xiao in a low voice, and Xiao would asionallyment on top of nodding his head, K rubbed his wrist while muttering about how seeing him was like seeing a big, juicy bone to Xiumin as he would bite onto him and let go. Nuo wasnt in too good a mood, but it was only a bad mood, nothing restless or depressed about him... As the five of them walked over, they were evidently different from the others, they were a collective existence. Ji Zhiyao could not hold back lifting the corner of his lips and smiling. Nuos fingers trembled as if he had discovered something of a big deal. NoHomo, are you still a brother! Never mind if you wouldnt give me a hug of constion, youre actually stillughing at me! Want a hug from me, have you asked Captain for permission? Mo Huaifeng immediately replied. No, its too gay. The others raised their brows. These two have the cheek to call others gay? Mo Huaifeng went back to business very quickly. Tidy up your thoughts, youre up for the next match. Ji Zhiyao who was called upon nodded. Xiao patted his shoulder. All the best NoHomo, dont get yourself trapped in the jungle, I believe you can do it. Dont worry Brother Xiao, I am a jungler with dreams who is determined to hold you down on the reserve seat, I wont lose. Xiao kept quiet for a while before inquiring sincerely, Captain, can I y for the next match? I support his usurpation. After all my teams starting jungler is more cowardly, hes suited to be left to defend the water dispenser at the back. It was meant to be a joke, but Xiao genuinely felt a knot in his heart right then. He sat on the chair with an aggrieved expression, not quite wanting to acknowledge the duo who was in cahoots with each other in the team, Mo Huaifeng and Ji Zhiyao. After resting for some time, Ji Zhiyao went on stage with the four others. Commentator A: Mix battleteam finally changed their battleteams lineup, we are seeing reserve Yao on the stage of the league once again. Commentator B: Why do I feel like youve suddenly be really excited? Why, have you already be a fan of Yao? Commentator A: My head tells me that I still have to give thementary, and I cant do that, but my feelings have already given me the answer. I want to tell you, youre right, I have already be a fan of Yao and am in great admiration of him, after all every game that he participates in seems to be won really easily... Of course, I will give propermentary, no personal motives will be mixed in. Commentator B: Alright, let us put our eyes onto this match. As it turned out, Mix battleteam that had Ji Zhiyao as part of them, made so many changes to their ying style aspared to the past. The most straightforward reason was because Ji Zhiyao was a speed ss yer, his speed and reaction capacity was not just a level above Xiao, hence he would not be trapped in the jungle. Instead, he would even go to the opposite jungle to counter-jungle. The match had begun for less than three minutes and Ji Zhiyao had already engaged Mina face-to-face for a couple of times, neither one gained any advantage. This also assured that, for this match, there wouldnt be any problems with Mixs resources and gold in the early phase. Heng: Feels wonderful to have gold in the early game. NoHomo,e to the middlene after youre done jungling, the feeling of being locked in the middlene from the previous match is still surrounding me, I cant help but shiver. Ji Zhiyao: Are you an idiot? Besides, since you cant fight him head on, then just roam between the top and bottomnes. Dont worry, Ill watch the middlene for you, nothing will happen. Heng: Smart! Then I shall hide till I get to level five and unlock my ultimate ability, before I clear another wave of minions and try to bait the opponents. Ji Zhiyao: Whatever makes you happy, Im going to the bottomne first. K: Excuse me, jungler please think about me in the topne! There are two mad dogs opposing me who will bite me from time to time, Im about to contract rabies here. Ji Zhiyao: Dont be anxious, after the dominance at the bottomne has been built, Ille to you. Mo Huaifeng: Come. Ji Zhiyao came and went like the wind, wearing two pairs of elerated boots, in a few seconds he had scurried from the upper half of the jungle to the bottomne. Xiaobai vigorously going at each other with Nuo, looking up, he realized that another person had jumped out of the bush and was startled. But before he could retreat in time, the bottomne team had held finished him off under the turret, he died an obscure death. Nuo: Nice! Then at this time, Ji Zhiyao hurried from the jungle to the middlene. Heng was striking at the root of his problem, as he stepped forward to collect gold from minions. This upset Boxer and he swiftly released an ability ahead, Heng dodged while calling out oh dear. Ji Zhiyao shook off all the goosebumps on his body, while saying, Quickly retreat, dont dy. With that, he leaped out, going towards the defense turret. Boxer could not dodge in time and was met with Ji Zhiyao. Heng seized the chance, leaving the middlene and raced towards the topne. Seeing Heng speedily dashing through the bushes, Ji Zhiyao retreated with his work done, releasing an ability to kill the remaining two minions and left Boxer alone in the empty middlene. The midner and jungler duo arrived at the topne one after another and relieved K from his urgent situation. 3v2, the opposing ADC fled in panic after using up all his abilities, they caught the support Linka, taking the second kill since the match started. It looked like Boxer wanted toe to the topne to gank them, but Heng and Ji Zhiyao retreated immediately after their kill, not stopping at all. The midner and jungler duo seemed to be tied together and returned to the middlene once again. Heng: Ive bought another two pieces of equipment, Im about to take off. Do you guys see how Boxer is standing nkly at the middlene, Im guessing hes almost blowing his top, but nothing can be done. The worlds no. 1 Boxer can no longer do anything to me now, I am this outstanding. Ji Zhiyao: Before you say that, please take into consideration how many of us here managed to go against one Boxer. Heng: Thats too much pal, cant you let me fantasize for a bit? Ji Zhiyao: No, after all as professional yers, how can we live in our dreams? Heng was enraged, but what was more infuriating was that he had absolutely no way to rebut Ji Zhiyao. Because what he said was indeed the truth. Heng: Do you see Mina? Im guessing hes going to the jungle to gank you. K gloated over his misfortune. Good luck brother, be sure to not let our gold be suppressed by the opponent. Ji Zhiyao: He wont be able to gank me, it can only be considereding for a sightseeing tour on our side. Nuo: My goodness, such a base mouth, no one can be your equal! Their guess was right, Mina had secretly crept into Mixs jungle, wanting to give Ji Zhiyao a fatal strike while he was unguarded. Yet Ji Zhiyao personally demonstrated, what was known as speed ss. Since A.K retired, such pure speed ss had never appeared on the internationalpeting stage. Things happened so fast that thementators could not describe what exactly had happened in time! Commentator A: Mina is going for a surprise attack, he chose a very good position, moved very covertly to Mixs jungle, yet Yao seemed to have eyes on his back, he has directly retreated to the other side... My gosh, what just happened? Its as if in a blink of my eyes, Yao had already appeared behind Mina! This speed is way too scary! Commentator B: I remember a scene that shocked me so deeply the previous time was when the previous international top jungler senior A.K ganked the bottomne... Now that its mentioned, I somehow feel that some aspects of Yao is very simr to senior. Commentator A: Right now its no longer a question of whether Mina can seed with ambush, but if he is able to escape from Yaos hands... Nice! The frontal fight between the two yers earlier on was truly exciting, but Minas calction of their damage seems too pale, right now he is left with only a fraction of his HP. Commentator B: And Mixs midner Heng seems to have realized this, he has stopped his roaming to the othernes, and is instead continuously releasing his abilities to trap Boxer, I reckon its to deter Boxer from going to the jungler to rescue Mina! Commentator A: Brilliant! Ji Zhiyao sessfully harvested Minas head. Heng sighed in relief and started to yell, Come to the middlene, middlene, I dont know what has gotten into Boxer, Im about to be f*cking clobbered to death. Ji Zhiyao: Right away, stop shouting. Bottomne, because of the dominance, Mo Huaifengs tone was azy one. Whos calling? Calling for what? Am I non-existent? K: Suddenly carrying. Nuo: Oh, Im remembering it now, no wonder the water today was all green, turns out its because Captain had secretly washed his hair. Mo Huaifeng: Get lost. Ji Zhiyao: Scram. Heng: How wronged am I, the universes number one straight man is me alright? Dont keep trying to pin shittybels on me all the time! Meanwhile the match was already in its 27th minute. In the subsequent 20 minutes, Mix battleteams y was totally chaotic. The midner ran between the top and bottomnes, but just would not stay in the middlene, the jungler treated Kings jungle like his own home and would even asionally go to the middlene to harass Boxer... It could be said that he was blindly going around, yet the audience under the stage oddly realized that as they went on blindly, Mix actually won! They won! To be able to dig out a nice and warm point from King battleteams hands, was like a miracle. When they walked off the stage, Mixs expression had all turned from cloudy to fine, everyone looked really pleased, as if afraid that no one knew that theyd just won a match. Whereas while King did not express too much on their faces, their gazes had be much graver. Walking to the participants viewing seats, Ji Zhiyao sat down, twisted open the bottle cap and drank a few mouthfuls. Yet before he had swallowed, he heard Xiao walk over, saying earnestly, Hey NoHomo, youll y the next match, hows that? Ji Zhiyao almost spat out his water, and coughed pathetically for a good while before replying, Im just a little reserve, I refuse to! Xiao scratched his head. Im not too suited to go against King, your motility is stronger than mine. Seeing Xiao suddenly being all proper, Ji Zhiyao scratched his head, saying, Im fine with anything, lets ask Captain and the others. I already did, theyve no objections. Then why you still asking me? Well I was just asking for your permission! Ji Zhiyao rolled his eyes, not quite wanting to acknowledge him. Hence in less than five minutes, Ji Zhiyao appeared on thepeting stage once again. Commentator A: Im seeing Yao appear in two matches of one game, how surprising! But such a decision by Mix is a correct one,pared to Xiao, Yao is more agile and more suited to go against King. Commentator B: But I believe, King should have found a solution, theyre a champion battleteam after all, its impossible to let themselves be in a state of passivity. Chapter 220

    Chapter 220: Untitled

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Commentator A: I have no doubt about that too. Alright, let us watch the match. In the voice chat channel. Nuo: Feeling an odd tiredness all of a sudden, I dont want to y the third match, will I be walloped to death if I walk off stage now? Ji Zhiyao: Silly child, what foolish words are you spouting, of course you will. Mo Huaifeng: The center positions have yet to say anything, look at how arrogant youre getting. What right does a yer who follows behind my butt all day long, collecting what I left out, have to say youre exhausted? Nuo: Whats wrong with collecting what you missed! There is dignity in that too! Do you think any random person is qualified to follow behind you to pick up what you left out! Heng: This ttery was given so conspicuously, a model example for all of us. K: For some reason, I keep having a sort of ominous feeling. Ji Zhiyao: Stop right there! Each time you guys have such a hunch, its always nothing good. K: Do you see the champions chosen by the opponents? Still dont sense anything? Heng: I saw, I think were doomed. After all, it was very rming when King battleteam who always had a strong intent to kill brought out a bunch of defensive champions! Mo Huaifeng: It wont be easy, we will only have an advantage if we drag the match into theter stage. Ji Zhiyao: The song Chilly 1 ourselves, ready, sing K: The chilly night, secures my doom. Heng: Like how sadness always seem to surround me. Nuo: The cold heavens will, cannot be exined. Ji Zhiyao: Chances of winning streaming away. Mo Huaifeng: Shut up. In the course ofning, Heng was locked in the middlene once again, he was already at the state where abhorrence grew in him once he saw Boxers face. Where has our jungler gone too? Come and save your child quickly. Ji Zhiyao responded with a polite smile while jungling. Are youcking calcium, cant stand alone without any support? Heng: If admitting my calcium deficiency can make youe save me, then sure, I amcking. Ji Zhiyao was suddenly speechless. Boxer had be much smarter in this match, his eyespletely fixed on Heng, Ji Zhiyao had no way of doing so even when he wanted to assist him in the middlene and could only wish Heng good luck. Heng nagged, Good luck my ass, you guys better pray that Captain can carry us, our middlene has directly copsed today, although I am a person with dreams, my dreams arent enough to offset the gap between me and Boxer. With regards to this Mo Huaifeng said, if you cant beat him then say that youre no match for him, shut up. Heng shut his mouth aggrievedly. And Ji Zhiyao also felt the resistance from the jungle. Due to unfamiliarity and various other reasons, Mina performed a the doors to my house are always wide open with his jungle in the previous match. Yet the nature of this match was vastly different, perhaps he lost the key to his house, Ji Zhiyao realized that the defense of the opposite jungle became really tight, Mina would walk past several concealed and convenient hiding spots asionally which prevented Ji Zhiyao from counter-jungling. On top of that, Boxer had not only caught onto Heng, in his spare time, he would evene near Ji Zhiyao with Mina to harass him, leading to Ji Zhiyao having to recall frequently as he could not dodge their attacks in time. Ji Zhiyao: Its over, the opposite is clutching so tightly onto me, feels like were doomed. Nuo: Everyone being defeated together in the waves of friendship, this feels unusually amazing. It was as if the five yers of King had eaten Popeyes spinach and used hacks, since they couldnt get Mo Huaifeng, they went for Heng, obstructed Ji Zhiyao, a match turned into phases of 2v1 or 3 vs the whole team... Andsted till the 40th minute, King took down the big dragon with a dominance of almost 5000 more gold and destroyed Mix battleteams base. The moment he pulled off his headphones, Ji Zhiyao was even slightly disoriented. He looked towards King battleteam opposite who were pulling off their headphones and cheering, everyones silence next to him seemed to turn into a low hum, ringing in his mind. They lost. 1-2. Seemed like they hadnt lost too badly. Merely second ce in the group, they still had a chance. They probably wouldnt get hatements for ying to this extent right? These odd thoughts knotted in his brain, tangling up Ji Zhiyaos reflex arc that wasnt too outstanding in the first ce, as his brain throbbed, on the outside, it appeared as him not packing his own equipment and instead sitting and dazing in his seat... For more than 10 seconds, Mo Huaifeng was the first to notice his abnormality, reaching out to graze his forehead, he said in a very warm voice, Lets go, shake hands. Ji Zhiyao turned his head, then nodded. Packed up their equipment, then stood in line ording to their seating sequence whenpeting, preparing to shake hands with the winner. Before today, Ji Zhiyao did not experience much of a stir in his feelings when he shook hands after each game, yet when he stood before King battleteam and the hands of Linka and the others one by one, hearing their thoughts or well wishes spoken very sincerely in anguage that he could not understand, a brimming feeling of unwilling defeat rose in his heart. They should not have lost. They had the capability to win this game, just like their second game. Whether it was mistakes made in selecting their lineup of champions or mistakes in judgment throughout the matches, going for the dragons at wrong timings, such low-level mistakes shouldnt have been made. Hence before walking offstage, Ji Zhiyao looked towards Mo Huaifeng. Mo Huaifeng lifted the corner of his lips as he looked at him. Captain, our finals can be won yeah. Mo Huaifeng smiled at him. Nodding. It can. Dont be scared, let me carry you. ... Five dayster, night of the finals. Coming from 10 professional leagues all around the world, a total of 26 battleteams, the triennial fateful battle was finally about to usher in an ending. Thergest hall on the site. There would be six games taking ce here today. At the participants seats under the stage, Ji Zhiyao shifted his butt restlessly, whileining about the rules. What the hell, only one match between two battleteams, deciding the oue in just one match? Thats too hasty. The stats analyzer said, That is why its called night of the finals, if it isnt sped up, how would it be possible to finish all the games in one night? Mo Huaifeng turned over and asked Ji Zhiyao, A.K ising? Yeah, master said he has already arrived. And will be watching mepeteter. What so I do? Im so nervous right now that I feel like peeing in my pants. Youre not the starter, what are you nervous about? Ji Zhiyao was suddenly enlightened. Oh right! Xiao sighed. Im right beside you. Can you guys not drive the dagger in? Im about to pee too. Nuo assured everyone. Stay steady dont be afraid, we are men who have seen the world, whats there to be afraid of? K agreed. Exactly, second ce in the group. Steadily one of the final four, aiming for at least a second ce and striving to be the champion, were not weak. Ji Zhiyao murmured, If someone told me two years ago that I would be sitting in this seat, waiting to y the finals in the international league, I might have sent him to the psychiatry department in the hospital. Yuan Wei nodded. Yeah, who wouldve thought. At the start when Captain wanted to bring a little broadcaster into the team I opposed with all my might, to think I would be reduced to being your nanny in the end. They were softly spouting nonsense to calm their nervous when a bang suddenly sounded from the stage, four huge screens lit up at once. The hosts walked on stage. Ladies and gentlemen, wee to the final night of the 9th International League! Tonight, belongs to every one of you who ardently loves Heroes! Next I will announce the four teams participating in the finals and the sequence ofpeting. Group A, first in the group, King battleteam from Korea! At the participants seats, a beam of light shone onto all the members and staff of King battleteam from the top. Alongside the thunderous apuse and cheers, they waved and bowed at the audience. Group A, second in the group, Mix battleteam from China. The same beam of light appeared above Mix battleteam, Ji Zhiyao stood up with the rest and waved to greet the audience behind them. The Chinese audience with the miniature national gs on their faces cheered at the top of their voice, the sound not any softer than the Korean audience. How many years has it been! This moment finally came for China eSports! Entering the finals of the international league seemed to have be an unreachable dream for China eSports yer. But today, they did it! So much so that innumerable local eSports fans had thought to themselves, even if Mix battleteams Captain and jungler reserve hade out of the closet, but before such results, it seems... It wasnt that uneptable. Group B, first in the group, Vita battleteam from Korea. Hearing this name, Ji Zhiyaos eyes widened slightly as he asked Mo Huaifeng, Captain, Vita has be this good? King and a few other strong teams are all on our side, if Vita performed well, its not odd at all that they topped their group. Ji Zhiyao came to understand quickly and nodded. Group B, second in the group, AZ battleteam from North America. After announcing the four battleteam, the host read aloud thepeting sequence, it was in proper order, King vs AZ, Mix vs Vita, Mix vs AZ, Vita vs King, Vita vs AZ, King vs Mix. To this, the stats analyzer said, Not bad, our battleteam can even be the closing game now. A corner of Hengs lips twitched. CEO Ning, you are truly optimistic. I get a headache once I see those four letters now. Ji Zhiyao looked towards the stage. Why are they still not announcing the official start of the games? Mo Huaifeng looked over too, frowning as he answered, I dont know. Yet in a few seconds, the host revealed the answer. Next up lets wee our special guest, the previous top international jungler, A.K! The entire hall screamed! Another elevated tform on the stage lit up! Ji Zhiyaos eyes were bright, looking over, he realized that theposed A.K on the seat seemed to have spotted him and waved in his direction. Ji Zhiyao excitedly wanted to return the greeting, but was held down by Mo Huaifeng. What are you doing? Let go of me! Behave, dont make eyes at each other. Teacher-student rtionship? Brother, your thoughts are very dangerous. Mo Huaifeng gazed at him from above. Just no looking. Ji Zhiyao raised his hands in surrender. Alright, alright, alright, whatever you say. I shant look then. Mo Huaifeng was satisfied then. Having introduced A.K, the host then announced the official start to the games. First match, King vs AZ. Long story short, it was a game that wasnt worth watching. Ji Zhiyao watched for about 15 minutes, before starting to y with his fingers. Mo Huaifeng saw and leaned over, calling him arrogant, Ji Zhiyao rebutted, Arrogant my ass, I am spending my energy on where I should? Compared to King, AZ is just lousy, Ive got no eyes for this game. Mo Huaifeng had nothing to say. There was indeed nothing much to watch for, but to have it said so explicitly by Ji Zhiyao, did AZ not want their pride? In about 30 minutes, AZ lost. The following match was Mix and Vitas turn. Ji Zhiyao still stayed behind, Xiao was the starting yer. Their pain from being painfully assaulted by King a few days seemed to have found an output on Vita, throughout the match, with the exception of Vitas Hyun Woos middle being a bearable sight, the top, bottomnes and jungle were all held down and ruffled up. As Ji Zhiyao watched from under the stage, he was a little surprised at first, but then felt that all of this ought to be so, they had suffered much more than Vita, wasnt it expected that they thrashed them? 50 minutester, they came to Mixs second match of the night, against AZ. Ji Zhiyao rotated his wrists and went on stage to take over Xiao. After handshakes and greetings, the match began. Once the matchmenced, Ji Zhiyao started to mess around. I heard that our North American brothers arent too good with quick thinking. Nuo: This tone tells me youre going to make trouble, Captain youre not gonna do something about it? Mo Huaifeng: He didnt say anything wrong. Nuo was choked, his eyes almost rolling to the sky. We ought to let all the China eSports fans have a look at how their Fi-god is like, his heart is leaning towards a certain side so much so that it could be all the way in Siberia already, and hes still being so noisy every day. Mo Huaifeng: Suit yourself. Nuo: The ssic uncaring attitude! On the other side, Ji Zhiyao and Heng had sneaked to the opposite to steal the blue buff. As they hid very stealthily, AZs jungler only realized after the blue buff disappeared from the mini map, but it was toote. Ji Zhiyao retreated back to his jungle while smacking his lips. No fun, really no fun. K: Its still no good that they didnt catch you, you want them toe for you? Why are you so deserving of a smack? Ji Zhiyao: They would still have to be able to catch me first, the opposing jungler is most probably a terrible one. K: Listen to that, listen to that, the arroganceing from the capitalist level. Ji Zhiyao grinned, going directly for the little dragon once he hit level six. North America yers were used to tanking, speed was usually a weak aspect. Yet Ji Zhiyao had led Mix to seem like there was wind at their heels as they moved, not to mention there was a specialized speed ss yer Ji Zhiyao, him alone had virtually brought AZs junglers and midner in circles... 35th minute, there was a team fight, Mixs gold was a good 2000 above AZ and wiped out AZ with two members in exchange, without even having to kill the big dragon, they pushed all the way to AZs crystal. Second game, victorious! Mix had long expected this oue, there wasnt much change in their mood, after all, their greatest opponent, King battleteam, was at the end. After shaking hands and bowing, Mix battleteam left the stage. Ji Zhiyao had just sat down at the participants seats for less than five minutes when the stats analyzer came looking and discussed with him in a low voice. Xiao said to let you go on for the next game. Ji Zhiyaos gaze instantly became horrified. What the f*ck? He went on for a long time, only one line moved me, our chances of winning are 50-50 if its you against him, whereas with him 0-100. Hows that, do you think it sounds very logical too? Ji Zhiyao wore nk face. Sorry, I do not. Stop talking, theres no room for discussion. Ji Zhiyao rolled his eyes. After a few seconds, he suddenly stood up. The stats analyzer was dumbfounded. Whats wrong? Ill go out to find some food while theyrepeting, if I dont have some supper I wont have the energy topete. The stats analyzer had nothing to say. Youre really very arrogant! Chapter 221 - Finale

    Chapter 221: Finale

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Ji Zhiyao turned and called out to Mo Huaifeng. Captain Im hungry. Mo Huaifeng immediately pulled on his jacket. Lets go. The stats analyzer had nothing to say. As a result, it became Yuan Wei staying at the live venue to keep track of the time while the entire team went out for supper together. Participating yers walking out as a team during the eSports finale night, if this information was found out by anyone else, it would probably make the headlines. They bought some food. Ji Zhiyao intentionally walked right at the back of the group with Mo Huaifeng and would chat asionally. Ji Zhiyao suddenly sighed. Mo Huaifeng asked, Nervous? Not quite, Im mainly afraid of losing. Mo Huaifeng smiled. Whats there to be afraid of? Youre only 20 years old, at the peak of your career. If you dont make it this time, theres always another time. Ji Zhiyao thought for a moment, then replied in a solemn tone, But by then, my teammate wouldnt be you anymore. Mo Huaifeng suddenly froze. Ji Zhiyao continued. Though I love eSports, but without you, it seems there wont be any point to it. Mo Huaifeng grabbed onto Ji Zhiyaos hand. Dont be afraid, Captain will carry you. ... Last match, King vs Mix. A predestined battle. Ji Zhiyao put on his headphones and inhaled deeply. Yet what shed before his eyes was everything that had happened in the past two years, each scene was a cursory one, but iparably vivid. He lifted the corner of his lips. Then turned his head and met Mo Huaifengs eyes. Mo Huaifeng nodded at him. Ji Zhiyao lifted his brow slightly. I hereby announce, the game officially begins! Once the match started, Nuo grimaced. Damn, what do I do, I urgently need to pee. K: Shut up, I really need to pee too. Mo Huaifeng: Take it easy, dont pee in your pants. Heng: I dont need the toilet, but Im nervous, I feel like my heart is about to jump out of my throat, what do I do? Ji Zhiyao: Swallow it? Heng: Why do I find that very disgusting? Ji Zhiyao rolled his eyes. Youre so hard to please. Yet though each of them moring more than the other, everyones handling was extremely stable, leading examples of how various positions should be yed. After all, at the end of this game they would either be flourishing, riding on the crest of sess or hanging themselves on a tree branch, the oue was still of utmost importance to their safety... Laning began in all threenes, Ji Zhiyao finished harvesting the top half of the jungle. However, just as he arrived in the bottom area he realized the red buff was being aggressively struck at by an opponent, he charged over with a yell, continuing to use his auto-attack after releasing his first and second abilities. You mutt, is my Captains red buff something that you can touch? Mina was slightly dazed from his attacks, but his abilities werent enough to harvest the red buff creep that was gradually regaining its health, hence after weighing his options for a moment, he picked escaping as his best option. Mo Huaifeng praised, Excellent. Because Boxer the big dog was chained in the middlene, it was great that Heng had not been killed. Heng did not disappoint them either; not only did he manage to linger on with hisst breath, he did not miss many minions either. Ji Zhiyao sighed with emotion. The facts have proven that our midner isnt so lousy, he can survive without me once in a while, all that usual behaviors were a result of indulgence. Heng: y your game, shut up! I dont dare to guarantee that I can hold out for long. They continued on and on but did not dare to fight the opponents head on for kills. Till they heard Nuos shriek in the voice chat, everyones countenance changed but no one saw what had happened... Mo Huaifeng said presently, It was intentional baiting, dont worry. Nuo: Captain are you still human? Mo Huaifeng replied leisurely, Make a guess? Nuo choked with silent fury. Both battleteams yed with extreme caution, the very first kill of the match only appeared in the 35th minute when they fought for the big dragon. Ji Zhiyao led the team at the forefront as the jungler, when roaming, he was caught and killed by Kings support and midner. Looking at his ck and white screen, he touched his cheek. Damn! First blood drawn only at the 35th minute, who would believe it? Nuo: What was most unbelievable for you was that first blood was yourself. Ji Zhiyao: Slipping away, slipping away. In the fight for the big dragon, none of the two teams benefited. Firstly it was Ji Zhiyao dying, then Mix and King each gained two kills, exchanged with the deaths of two yers, fortunately K was astute at the critical moment and snatched the big dragon with a strike, all their effort was not in vain. Yet the minions and big dragon did not destroy Kings base. At the 47th minute, King took down the second big dragon. Mix battleteam defended their base with stubborn resistance, determined to not let the opponent cross beyond their boundaries by even a step. The 58th minute. K who had been grumbling that he was dead tired in the voice chat had his eyes opened wider than anyone else, it was like Ji Zhiyao had be Mixs third carry position, his speed and damage both soaring, yet in the situation that the opposing support, and topner were both tanks, it did not have much effect... In a brief instant, Ji Zhiyao suddenly saw an empty space beside Boxer who had been imprably protected the whole time. Without time to consider, Ji Zhiyao shifted over in a few stops, not even bearing to take the time to blink, he released his second, third then first abilities, followed by his ultimate ability once hended, then without looking behind, expertly flickered away. The sound effect of a kill was broadcast. K: Damn amazing! Nuo: AHHHH charge were killing, were killing! Heng: Damn Im about to cry! Mo Huaifeng: Lets go. King who lost their greatest damage dealer was like a pack of sheep walking into the wolves den,pletely unable to fight back... Pushed into the base, as they were attacking Kings crystal with each hit, Ji Zhiyao distinctly heard his own heartbeat. The final battle! Kings crystal exploded! Ji Zhiyao threw away his headphones and roared- Nine leagues, 27 years! China eSports was finally standing at the highest point on the international stage! Chapter 222 - Epilogue 1

    Chapter 222: Epilogue 1

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios It was a bright and sunny morning. And also the first stop of Mix battleteams overseas training, Korea. Sunlight shone into the room and the man sleeping on the side closer to the window on the double bed frowned and opened his eyes. He instinctively looked outside the window, then turned his gaze towards the big boy who was still sleeping soundly beside him. Hence he gingerly climbed out of the bed, then drew the curtains. Then washed up, walked out of the room, heading downstairs. It was very quiet in the living room, with the exception of the regr clicking sounds ofputer mice and asional swearing of damn it f*ck you better not be a spy, the swearing was also very soft, very much feeling like being lifted up high then ced down lightly... Yet the man was not happy upon hearing that and stepped to move behind the teen who had been swearing and pulled off his headphones, the teen turned back. Fi-god I was wrong boohoo! Punishment, you know it. The teen instantly wished for death. Hm? Copying the team rules a hundred times! I know I know! I will start once Im done training! Mo Huaifeng said, The international league is approaching, could you please control your temper a little? I got it, coach. Only then did Mo Huaifeng let go of the teens headphones, letting it snap back with a duang sound. His ear hurt a little, yet the teen did not dare to say anything. Mo Huaifeng contentedly pulled on his jacket, then headed out to buy breakfast. Half an hourter, he returned. Ji Zhiyao who ought to be lying in bed, sleeping, personally opened the door for him. Mo Huaifeng was slightly surprised, but a smile slowly made its way into his eyes as he asked, Up so early? I thought you would need to sleep in more. Ji Zhiyao was instantly like a raging cat. Shut your mouth you mutt! You still have the face to speak! If it wasnt because my body is strong enough, I would have fallen apart! Still have the strength to talk, looks like youre fine. Ji Zhiyao was suddenly speechless. Want to fight again? Mo Huaifeng are you still human! Tsk. Mo Huaifeng pushed past Ji Zhiyao, stepped into the house, then handed over the bag of breakfast in his hand. Eat first, didnt you say you wanted to do a livestream today? Wow, its nice that our brilliant and mighty Fi-god still remembered. Ji Zhiyao was grudgingly satisfied and carried the breakfast into the house. Of course, the breakfast was for two, those kids that were training in the training room did not have the chance to enjoy. After breakfast, Ji Zhiyao looked in the mirror. Other than finding that the dark circles under his eyes were scarily huge and a pimple that had popped out from the hot strips that hed secretly eaten yesterday, everything else was fine, he looked decent. He changed into another outfit, slightly agitatedly turning on his livestream room that he hadnt been in for a long time. Hello everyone, I am your broadcaster, Mix.Yao. [Are you an idiot Mix.Yao! Youve been retired for two damn years! If you were to say you are the wife of Mixs current coach, Id be able to ept that better LOL] [Wee back.] [Wee back MelonRind huhuhuhu] [Wee back! Mummy loves you!] [Wee broadcaster Mix.Yao!] [Long live my melon!] Ji Zhiyao took a few nces and said with a smile, Damn, so touching right at the start. Take it easy guys, Im finding this a little more than I can take. [Youre the boss of the eSports scene with 40 million fans, what is there that you cannot take?] [Impossible, youre Fi-gods wife after all.] [The one in front dont go, I wanted to say the same thing.] The few of you have to get this straight first, its obvious that Mo Huaifeng is MY wife alright? [Words alone cannot be trusted, bring out your proof!] [Doesnt your conscience hurt?] [Make a guess if I believe you or not?] [Large-scale live scene of a broadcaster taking back all his words.] Ji Zhiyao was suddenly speechless. Gee, whats with this session ofizens? Not in the least excellent! He was so enraged that he stood akimbo and yelled at the top of his lungs, Mo Huaifeng! [See see, indeed a man who has seeded in his wooing is different. In the past wherever he went it was always Captain, take a look, Mo Huaifeng, Mo Huaifeng at every turn, Fi-god is henpecked...] [Damn Im dying fromughing, strongly rmend that everyone watch therge-scale word-eating session that will be airing promptly in a while.] [Oh my god. If anyone had dared to speak to Fi-god like this two years ago, all of us would have suspected that he was tired of living... And now, we would maturely guess that this person who was nagging loudly is Ji Zhiyao.] Ji Zhiyao almost puked blood when he turned and saw thesements. He lifted a finger and pointed shakily at the screen as he questioned Mo Huaifeng who had just walked out of the training room, Look at this, are they my fans or not, or did theye over from Heng, Xiaofei or Nuo, K, Xiaofei, anyone of their livestream rooms! What did they say? Mo Huaifeng read for a short while thenmented, Nothing wrong. You want to f*cking repeat yourself? Theres something wrong? What nonsense are all of them saying? Ji Zhiyao was suddenly speechless. Not only are they wrong, there are even problems with their thoughts and understanding. Ji Zhiyao stuttered from exasperation. You you you! Dont be anxious, I will rebut them one by one. When his anger hit the deepest recesses, Ji Zhiyao simply stop feeling angry, he looked towards Mo Huaifeng with a vague smile. Sure, go ahead. Mo Huaifeng began. I wooed you. Ji Zhiyao nodded. Yup. I used to be the team dictator in the past, it was true that no one dared to call my name. Ji Zhiyao nodded again. That seemed right too. Before he joined the team, Mo Huaifeng was a hell of a rigid man, literally no one could afford to provoke him. I am not henpecked. Ji Zhiyao made an mm sound, feeling very satisfied. Actually even talking about husbands ruling above wives, what era was this already? Thats it. Thats it? Mo Huaifeng stared at him with an innocent look. Everything else that was said was correct, how am I supposed to rebut them? Ji Zhiyao wanted to hit someone upon hearing that. Which one was right? Do you want to tell me about it? You are my wife. Ji Zhiyao clenched his fists with a cold smile. You are forever Mix.Yao. Ji Zhiyao was suddenly speechless. He coughed once. That was also right. Ji Zhiyao would forever be Mix.Yao. Chapter 223 - Epilogue 2

    Chapter 223: Epilogue 2

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios Later on, lots of people asked the audience who had watched Mix battleteams Yao-godst livestream, just what Yao-god and Captains life was like. I really give up. As a straight guy, I actually became especially tempted to find a boyfriend for a happily ever after as I watched the livestream... I just dont understand, how can the two of them look so natural together? Thement above, came from an enthusiastic citizen who did not want to share his name. ... When their training ended, Mo Huaifeng brought the bunch of impish kids back home and handed them to their new stats analyzer, Qiang. And decided to go on a holiday with Ji Zhiyao. Qiang was extremely upset about that. Youre leaving everything to me and making yourself an uninvolved shopkeeper, have you thought of the feelings of this unmarried old youth here? You sound as if youd be able to find a girlfriend if I give you a break. Mo Huaifeng! Mo Huaifeng nced at himzily, then slowly walked off. It took Qiang a great deal of effort to restrain himself and not beat him up. Because what Mo Huaifeng said was not wrong. ... Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng originally intended to first tour around the sights of the world, and find a country that had legalized gay marriage. However, while dreams are plentiful, the reality was that a day before they set off, Ji Qingge suddenly called up Ji Zhiyao. After hanging up, Ji Zhiyao excitedly threw all the clothes that he was packing aside. Captain, were not going, were not going, lets go to J City to visit Ji Qingge tomorrow. Mo Huaifeng wanted to punch someone upon hearing that. Yet he restrained himself and feigned a nonchnt manner. Why are we suddenly visiting her? She said that herpany recently invented a new eSports device, sounded quite interesting, lets go take a look. Such a meager trifle! Mo Huaifeng silently gritted his teeth, preparing to try and persuade Ji Zhiyao the mutt again, otherwise, it wouldnt look too good on him if hed just beat him up directly... Hence he said, Why not we go after weve toured enough? You are already retired, why are you so interested in those devices? Thats not right, I want to be the first to know even if Im retired! Youre actually looking for a reason to not go, are you still passionate about eSports or not? Damn it. His clenched fist was lifted and put down, wanting to strike but not bearing to do so. After hesitating for a long time, Ji Zhiyao suddenly said, Mo Huaifeng what are you doing quicklye help me pack. Mo Huaifeng quietly put his hand down, walking over to help. ... Ji Qingge was aputer programming major, but after graduating she actually went into started a researchpany, mainly researching eSports devices and their future development. Ji Zhiyao could not understand what she was thinking. J City was right beside S City, so Mo Huaifeng drove, bringing Ji Zhiyao to go visit Ji Qingge. After about three hours, Ji Zhiyao and Mo Huaifeng alighted. They took the lift to Ji Qingges office, the 12th level. Because he had visited several times in the past, the reception was rather familiar with Ji Zhiyaos face and did not ask him for any forms of identification. Walking all the way in, Ji Zhiyao casually nced around and caught sight of Ji Qingge arguing with a tall man through the ss, seeming to be quite outraged. Ji Zhiyao wanted to dash in, but ended up being pulled back by Mo Huaifengs hold on his cor. Ji Zhiyao turned back, his eyes ming with fury. What are you doing? They might be discussing work, it would be rude of you to barge in. That seems to be the case... But he couldnt watch on with wide eyes as his little sister gets bullied! Hence Ji Zhiyao made a decision, he turned around. You watch for me. Mo Huaifeng was slightly baffled at first, then couldnt help butugh. Sure. He even very thoughtfully reached out and covered Ji Zhiyaos eyes. Ji Zhiyao asked, Are they done arguing? Not yet, hold on for a while more. Is Ji Qingge crying? No. Who do you think looks angrier? Why dont you have a look yourself? Forget it forget it, if I look I wont be able to restrain myself at all, wouldnt it be very awkward if I barge in and beat that guy up? Then shut up. Damn youre actually getting angry at me? Mo Huaifeng was so tempted to give Ji Zhiyao a tight p. He was slightly irritated by his moring, pushing down Ji Zhiyaos head onto his shoulder, he then continued to look into the room. Yet, he suddenly froze. A few seconds after, Mo Huaifeng tapped on Ji Zhiyaos shoulders again. Ji Zhiyao wore a confused look as he questioned, Whats going on? Done? He turned back at the same time and realized that his darling sister who had been the apple of his eye since a young age was being held by the face and kissed by the man. One second, two seconds. Mo Huaifeng held Ji Zhiyao back his waist, having had a premonition long before, like he was stopping a wild boar that was about to charge past the fence... Ji Zhiyao was still hollering, Let go of me! Ahhhh where did this ugly wild mane from if I dont destroy him today Im not a Ji! Mo Huaifeng held his forehead with one hand. His sister-inw, hadnt picked a very good time... Chapter 224 (END) - Epilogue 3

    Chapter 224: Epilogue 3

    Trantor: As Studios Editor: As Studios At the 9th International League, jungler reserve from Yao from Chinas Mix battleteam with a skill of speed ss integrated with ability ss, instantly burst out with speed and damage points that no one could match up to and sessfully ascended the throne of the worlds no. 1 jungler, be yet another legend amongst the junglers following A.K. It was said that hed only been a professional yer for slightly more than two years. It was said that he was a top student from S University, preparing to return to his studies after the international league ended. It was said that, he had turned the idol of the eSports scene, Mix.Fi, gay. Of course, the veryst point, wasnt of much importance. Shiqi finished reading all the gossip and secretly toughened his idea of wanting to acknowledge Yao-god as his master. After all he had liked Yao-god for so many years, if his idol could be his own master, how great would that be! Hence carrying such a thought, Shiqi scaled mountain after mountain and found his way to Mixs base. Yet the security at the entrance of the base did not let him in. Shiqi greeted, Hello uncles, I am here for Ji Zhiyao! Ji Zhiyao? Whats your rtionship with him? Tell us about his contact details? Why did he tell you toe find him for? Oh no, I came to find him of my own ord! Then what is your rtionship with him, you should be able to share that with us? Shiqi clenched his fists. I am his future disciple! ... Hence Shiqi sat onto the curb opposite Mix base, wearing a mncholic expression. Watching the vehicles that asionally came and went on the road, Shiqi instantly more depressed. Agester, a burgundy sports car zoomed over from the distance, gradually slowing down as it got closer. At the end, it stopped outside Mix base. This car is so cool, thought Shiqi. He didnt have the time to think further when he saw a young man open the door and step out of the car, carrying an orange tabby. A smile on his face, making him appear especially friendly and handsome. Shiqis eyes suddenly lit up, he ran over on his short legs while calling out, Little master, little master, wait up! The young man was slightly stunned from being called, but out of courtesy, he still stopped in his steps and squatted down to ask Shiqi who had ran forward, Little kid, did you get the wrong person, I have not epted any disciples. I did not, I was calling out to you. And, I am your future disciple! Where did this kide from, where did his cryptic confidencee from? Shiqi continued. If you dont believe me Ill show you a little something, I will definitely make you look at me in a different light and willingly ept me as your disciple! Ji Zhiyao grinned. Meanwhile, another man had alighted from the drivers seat, walking close, he asked Ji Zhiyao, Whats up? This kid said that hes especially talented and was pestering me to ept him as my disciple. Mo Huaifeng said, Spur of the moment? Shiqi stomped his little feet. Its not a spur of the moment! Im serious! Im saying the truth! Both you wont regret epting me as your disciple! Both? Now theres another me in it too? Mo Huaifeng smiled meaningfully. How old are you? Whats your name? I am Shiqi. 12 years old. Ji Zhiyao quickly rejected. No, youre too young. Youve yet toplete puberty, you wont be able to grow tall if you stay up to y games every night. I can do it. Mo Huaifeng pulled Ji Zhiyao back slightly. Let him try. This kid is rather interesting. How rare, my Captain could actually intercede on behalf of another. Ji Zhiyao found it rather remarkable and nodded, saying, Alright, alright, alright, then follow us inside for now, about being a disciple, well talk about it in the future. Shiqi was so excited that he leaped up. A good start is half the battle won, now Yao-god was already his half-master. To Ji Zhiyaos surprise, Shiqis talent was indeed way better than he had imagined. If he were to use the youth camp as the standard for measurement, Shiqi probably had the skill level of a 16 year old. Hence Ji Zhiyao rubbed his head. You are quite gifted, want to join the youth camp? Shiqi was confused. Why? Cant I take you as my master? I have very high expectations for my disciples. Im very confident, say it, what expectations do you have, I can meet everything! Ji Zhiyao smiled, then said a sentence. Not abandoning, not giving up, with passion and teamwork as its fuel to continue, the me of eSports will never extinguish. When you are able to aplish all these,e to me again. I would be very happy to take you as my disciple. ... After that, the 14th international league ended. An eSports yer from China stood out, leaping to the first ce on the international jungler rankings. It was said that, the previous number 1, was his master. Both of them belonged to China. The Novel will be updated first on this website. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!