Chapter 2, The Social Butterfly of E-sports
The rules of the game Conquer involve two teams of five players engaging in battle. While defending their own ancient relics, they also attack to destroy the opponent's base. Each player controls a hero, starting from level one, leading their troops into combat against the opposing team.
Qiu Ying stared with dry eyes, unable to utter a single word
The onlookers have come here for a visit. Qiu Ying heard that you were defeated by Goddess Qiao
A wave of unusual sorrow surged in her heart, tumultuous and overwhelming. It mingled with a profound sense of emptiness and loss. Something had suddenly sunk deep within her.
The current professional circle has become chaotic. When selecting team members, connections are prioritized over abilities. A rookie like Ji Xiangkong, I could do just as well! I really don't know how many people he has relied on his pretty face to get ahead.
Qiu Ying licked her lips and cautiously spoke: "No need. How about you help me with something instead"
The screen fell into a gray hue. A small box popped up in the upper left corner. It displayedーー
She met his gaze. She feigned an air of experience. Calmly, she turned her face away.
He stood up and walked towards the door, casually lifting the hem of his tank top to wipe the sweat from his face. Qiu Ying's face flushed instantly. She stared at him without blinking. Ji Xiangkong's muscles were firm and well-proportioned. The eight-pack abs were subtly highlighted by the faint outline of a V-line, reminding her of the shopping bags from Abercrombie & Fitch that exuded male hormones
She thought again. No, that’s not right. The matching system of Conquer finds opponents based on the average level of the team members. Qiao Xin usually just dances and sings during her live streams. Her gaming skills are probably quite poor. How could she possibly be matched with someone like me, who has Ji Xiang Kong on my team?
The development of online live streaming is currently thriving. However, every emerging industry faces various issues before reaching maturity. On some live streaming platforms, certain female hosts attract attention through exposure and provocation. Unbeknownst to many, this has led to a prevailing notion that "the more one reveals, the more one earns." Consequently, there has been a continuous stream of negative reports from the media. This has resulted in many people forming a biased view, believing that this represents the entirety of the live streaming industry. As a result, there has been a continuous stream of negative reports from the media. This has led many to generalize, thinking that this is all there is to the live streaming industry.
Dragon. "Steady." The error rate is remarkably low. The defense is as solid as a rock.
The replies spanning over a dozen pages are filled with accusations against Ji Xiangkong. There are even some intolerable personal attacks. Although Qiu Ying was already surprised by the audience's attitude towards Ji Xiangkong during the live broadcast, she did not expect his reputation to be this poor.
The most recent replies have been to combine Qiu Ying and Ji Xiangkong in criticism
The setting sun descends in the west. The golden afterglow climbs over their shoulders, slowly spreading across the ground. Handsome men and beautiful women. On this side, there are tender glances filled with affection. On that side, there are sincere expressions on their faces.
She nodded like a chick pecking at rice while adjusting her voice to the live broadcast mode. Sweet yet maintaining an air of aloofness, she replied: "Oh. Alright. Please wait a moment. Let me check if I have any other arrangements that day."
The brilliance of the replies is comparable to that of a novel
It is raining. The world is filled with the sound of pouring rain. Ji stands in front of a public telephone booth, drenched in the heavy downpour. Qiu Ying is hiding inside, her eyes wide open, staring at him. She stands on tiptoe, trying to reach his height, but no matter how hard she tries, she can only reach his chin. Her body sways unsteadily, and she loses her balance, toppling forward. Her head bumps against the glass door, causing her to cry out in pain, "Wow." Her body sways unsteadily, and she loses her balance, toppling forward. Her head bumps against the glass door, causing her to cry out in pain, "Wow."
Qiu Ying was left speechless, choked with emotion. There was a sense that history was about to repeat itself
Lin Yixuan glanced at Qiu Ying. After shifting his gaze back and forth to Ji Xiangkong's face several times, he revealed a fawning smile: "Am I not doing a good deed for adults?"
Qiu Ying raised her head. She took a deep breath and slowly closed her eyes
On that day, before parting, she persistently pleaded. She finally obtained Ji Xiangkong's WeChat ID. However, he mentioned that he was very busy with training and did not check it often
Later, Qiu Ying learned through various channels that these incidents might have been orchestrated by her competitor, Qiao Xin. Both she and Qiu Ying had their live streaming sessions during the prime time in the evening. Since Qiu Ying's live streaming room became immensely popular, her own popularity began to decline. Qiu Ying is an individual streamer without any backing. Qiao Xin then utilized the power of her management company to marginalize her.
Qiu Ying was still in a daze. The program assistant gently tapped her shoulder and said, "Let's go. All guests are to gather backstage."
Qiu Ying had no choice but to showcase her acting skills. She made it clear that she was not a fan. Finding Ji Xiangkong was indeed a matter of great importance for her.
What else does she want to say? Ji Xiangkong suddenly lowered his voice on the other end. He spoke slowly in an extremely gentle and indulgent tone: "Don't be sad. It's my fault."
Qiu Ying woke up with a start from her dream. Her heart was pounding like a drum. It took quite a while for her to calm down.
A post titled "Qiu Ying, the Top Green Tea Bitch of the 818 Youxing Live Streaming Platform" has been consistently popular. Initially, the post merely contained clichés, stating that she is clearly a gaming noob. It turns out she was just mingling in the All-Star Show channel of the live streaming platform, with little popularity. Later, she shamelessly lingered in the most popular Conquer section, aiming for the massive base of otaku in the gaming channel. Unexpectedly, as a newcomer, she was unfamiliar with the industry and ended up clinging to Ji Xiangkong for support. Subsequently, she continued to cling to the most popular Conquer section, targeting the large otaku demographic in the gaming channel. Little did she know, as a newcomer, she was not well-versed in the industry and sought support from Ji Xiangkong.
Hmm? The tone of Ji Xiangkong was drawn out. "What do you mean?"
Ji Xiangkong did not pay her any attention
The image of him chasing her like a rabid dog across the map that night resurfaced in her mind. Her temples began to throb again. When enemies meet, their eyes burn with hatred.
Both are incompetent and can only rely on their looks to make a living. A scumbag and a cheap woman. A perfect match
Qiu Ying remembers that Ji Xiangkong played in position 3. A weak single. In her impression, he was a character akin to a martyr
A small box pops up again in the upper left corner. Killer: Floria. Qiao Xin's ID.
The profile picture shows him in profile wearing a headset. It is quite pleasing to the eye. In an instant, all the grievances that Qiu Ying had vanished into thin air
The situation here is truly tragic. There is no aesthetic value. I went next door to see Qiao Xin and Master Pei. Goodbye
The other party began to explain at length. There were too many terms mentioned. Qiu Ying did not fully understand. She only knew that just as in football there are forwards, midfielders, defenders, and goalkeepers, the Conquer professional team is also divided into positions one through five, each with different functions
Void Ji Xiang Kong faced off against the American prodigy Disaster, along with his support and jungler. In a one versus three situation, he recklessly threw away his life. At the 15-minute mark, he had already died 7 times, effectively nurturing the opposing carry into a monster
It is actually Ji Xiangkong
This guy used to be involved in the esports scene in South Korea. Even second-tier teams did not want him. After being kicked out, he fled to China to seek support. Do you think the management of the club that took him in has something wrong with their judgment
After smooth communication with the director team, Qiu Ying entered an excited preparation phase. She is a savings fanatic, rarely indulging in shopping. This time, in order to appear on television, she spared no expense to acquire a complete outfit from Alice + Olivia.
Yes. Making money. Working very hard to make money
VPG. "Fierce". The playing style is aggressive and highly oppressive.
The sarcastic remarks in the bullet comments grew increasingly intense. Qiu Ying's smile began to falter. Ultimately, she "slammed" the camera off, bringing the live stream to an end
Alone. Killed! Farming monsters. Killed! Hiding behind teammates. Stunned by Summit's flash to the side. Qiao Xin's long-range arrow. Killed! Just staying in the base. Hooked out of the base. Killed!
She bit her lip. Still unable to help herself, she sent a WeChat message: "Eight o'clock tonight. Do you remember?"
Oh, it's you
In the blink of an eye, all the previous anger, grievances, unwillingness, and frustration were blown away to the vast horizon with this sentence, transforming into a soft "mm" between Qiu Ying's lips and teeth
8:05
Lin Yixuan pointed at her with trembling fingers. The expression on his face was unpredictable: "Are you looking for Ji Xiangkong?"
Ji Xiangkong cast a glance at Qiu Ying. Facing Lin Yixuan, he asked, "How did you bring her in?"
She clicked on Ji Xiangkong's WeChat profile picture and stared at it for a long, long time
How dare C show up to lead the girls after being so humiliated? Who gave you the audacity
The statistical data from the Seattle Global Finals has been released. In the third position, Legend Ji Xiangkong ranks at the bottom!
Season towards emptiness. Legend short board! China's shame of conquest! Garbage!
Qiu Ying is hiding behind the defensive tower. She was forcefully killed by Summit and Qiao Xin under the tower
Qiu Ying did not answer directly. She sweetly smiled and changed the subject
The plane landed in Shanghai. Qiu Ying made a decision in her heart
Qiu Ying sat cross-legged on the chair, her brows furrowed tightly as if they could squeeze out water. She gritted her teeth, just about to block Ji Xiangkong. Suddenly, her phone rang loudly, startling her and causing her to fall to the ground, landing in a disheveled heap.
The subsequent gaming experience was akin to a nightmare. Summit seemed to have marked Qiu Ying as his prey. As long as she was within his line of sight, he disregarded everyone else and launched a direct attack on her. After reducing her health to a sliver, he had Qiao Xin finish her off.
Unknowingly, Qiu Ying fell asleep. She had a dream
In contrast, Qiao Xin had already acquired excellent weapons and armor. With a level close to 10, she could easily overpower Qiu Ying without any assistance.
No response
On Qiao Xin's side, Summit's care for her is meticulous. He frequently provides her with large doses of medicine to restore her health. He even sends equipment to her. When she is farming for gold, he stands guard nearby. If she is in danger, he rushes to her side at the first opportunity. She points east, and he does not dare to go west. It is simply excessively sycophantic.
The screen is filled with mockery and pessimism directed at Ji Xiangkong. Qiu Ying's mind is suddenly filled with thunder and lightning. What is going on?
Pride and self-esteem were already worn down by the harsh realities when she crawled on the ground, desperately and humbly begging that autumn.
An entire night passed. Ji Xiangkong did not send any messages. In the dark room, moonlight filtered through the thin curtains. Qiu Ying tossed and turned in bed, unable to resist getting up to check her phone. The sudden brightness of the screen made her squint her eyes.
Qiu Ying nodded hesitantly
Ji Xiangkong's Void actually watches coldly from the sidelines
... ...
Qiu Ying shrank her neck. Helplessly tugging at the hem of her clothes, she said, "Oh... I..."
Ji Xiang Kong's tone softened: "I am sorry. I will compensate you."
Why do you say that
Since embarking on the path of live streaming, Qiu Ying has faced her fair share of criticism from viewers. However, this time, she found herself unable to control her emotional fluctuations. Just moments ago in the game, Ji Xiang Kong was indifferent to her life and death. She pleaded for his help, yet he remained unmoved
On the way home, Qiu Ying hummed a little tune. She lifted her head, and the azure sky seemed to be infinitely approaching her. White flowers fell like feathers, continuously drifting down. They landed on her face, and she covered her face with her hand. A dazzling halo of light filtered through her fingers. Those flowers slipped from her palm, gently disappearing into the air. They made her feel quite itchy
What kind of first mid-laner of the new generation is this! What does it mean for a professional player to bully a girl who is not good at playing games
Qiu Ying sat in front of her computer desk editing a new Weibo post "There will be a special guest at this weekend's live broadcast". She attached a beautiful selfie taken in front of the Legend nightclub. Sent.
Hahaha. Are you still counting on Ji Xiangkong? This good-for-nothing can't even take care of himself
The situation is far more serious than she had imagined. Legend lost the match this time. Ji Xiangkong, who is recognized as the team's weak link, actually dared to show off his relationship in public. Criticism against him surged again across various platforms. Qiu Ying was also affected as a result. All the negative posts about her were pushed to the top trending.
Her head hung lower and lower, as if she were about to cry at any moment
The expectations in her heart were like a balloon slowly rising. It floated high into the sky only to be pierced by a fine needle. Thus, it began to fall continuously. Falling.
After a long time, she finally calmed her emotions. She slapped her face hard. Ji Xiangkong agreed to team up with her for a duo match. She could not afford to be careless. Thus, she quickly began to study.
"Please help me." After being knocked down to the ground by Qiao Xin once again, Qiu Ying's voice was tinged with tears
Qiu Ying's hand holding the mirror trembled incessantly. Heaven has opened its eyes. Recently, she had been worried about not being able to live stream. Her popularity had plummeted!
A few minutes later, the sound of slippers dragging came from beside Qiu Ying: "You young ladies, do you understand the concept of modesty? Ji Xiangkong has already stated that he will not meet with fans. You should stop being so persistent."
The staff approached upon hearing the sound: "Summit. You have arrived."
Lin Yixuan uttered several tones of "oh" in different pitches, seemingly engaged in a fierce internal struggle. After a while, he slyly waved at her and said, "Come, come, come. Let me take you inside."
VPG Summit
This is simply an insult
"I haven't finished speaking," he leaned his face close to her ear, his voice low. "No matter what request you make, I will fulfill it"
The brief trip to Seattle has come to an end. Qiu Ying rests her head against the airplane window. She feels as if she has been dreaming
She initially thought it would be a protracted battle. To her surprise, Ji Xiangkong was hooked so quickly.
Qiu Ying lowered her eyelids. Her eyes seemed a bit red from sadness: "I see... I'm sorry. I shouldn't have sought you out. But that lipstick holds significant meaning for me..."
Ji Xiang suppressed her smile and raised an eyebrow: "We've only known each other for a few days. Are you already starting to make demands of me?"
She double-clicked the Conquer client and entered practice mode
She tried with a sense of hope, but he did not reply to any of them
Beauty camera. I am very ugly
Floria: You still want to kill me? Just based on you? It has been said that conquering requires intelligence, which is not suitable for you. Don't cling on like a mangy dog, refusing to leave.
His brows furrowed slightly. His fingers brushed against the rain-soaked phone booth door. Qiu Ying once again stood on tiptoe and kissed his lowered face.
Legend. "Clever." Tactics are flexible. The style is diverse.
Her elbow rested on the table. Her palm cradled her face. She blinked her big eyes and smiled foolishly. Slowly and delicately, she savored every moment spent with Ji Xiang in the recent past. His lips curled into a smile. His crescent-shaped eyes. His deep and pleasant voice. The intense warmth that radiated through the skin. ... and that phrase ...
His indifference is so apparent. Perhaps he has been waiting to see her make a fool of herself from the very beginning
Floria: I have been working on a task recently. "Kill the same enemy ten times in the wild." I am just one short now. Qiu Ying, please help me complete it.
She did not come from the Conquer circle but was involved in the Hearthstone community. At that time, she pretended to be the girlfriend of the great player X
Legend Ji Xiangkong and VPG's female CEO had a late-night rendezvous at a hotel. The esports socialite lives up to her reputation
In the final moments of that match, he achieved a godlike performance despite all his teammates being eliminated! He wiped out the opposing team! The American commentators were pounding the table. In the end, they shouted that Summit was unbeatable!
Look at her picture; the utility poles in the background are all bent
Another one has died. Qiu Ying angrily slammed the keyboard
She clicked to find a match. Soon, she was ready. When entering the selection phase for both sides, the barrage exploded once again. Qiu Ying glanced at the IDs of the ten players on the field and found Qiao Xin among them. Her mood instantly soured as if she had swallowed a fly
Qiu Ying does not like to visit forums and bulletin boards. This indirectly leads to her lack of understanding of the professional circle. Out of curiosity, she entered the esports forum "Huke" in the Conquer section. Soon, she saw the bold red post title on the homepage.
The imagination of the masses is abundant. They describe vividly and portray her scheming persona with remarkable precision. After all, separated by a layer of online barriers, they bear no responsibility for indiscriminately casting aspersions.
Qiu Ying read the malicious comments one by one. Her head buzzed with noise. Her fingers were tightly clenched into fists, with her nails digging deep into her palms. She reminded herself not to care.
This colleague even suggested that Qiu Ying compose a story about Ji Xiangkong's chaotic beginnings and abrupt endings, which sparked a heated online debate and garnered significant attention
The season is empty. All four are empty! All major moves are wasted!
Every time a hero dies, they drop money. Moreover, Qiu Ying had no opportunity to fight monsters, level up, or earn money. After 15 minutes, her economic status was at the bottom of the entire match. She had the lowest level and her only equipment was a pair of straw sandals, making her an easy target for others.
Nevertheless, most female streamers still hope to have rumors. Having topics of interest will attract more viewers
Ji Xiangkong replied with utmost calmness: "You said you wanted to duo queue with me. You didn't say you wanted me to protect you. I thought you were a skilled player. Joining me was just to increase the difficulty."
8:10
Qiu Ying, with a single effort, asked: "Why are you doing this?"
She could sense Qiao Xin's pride even through the screen
I bet that Pei Xi is just an ugly, unsophisticated, and lewd man
As the clock ticks closer to the start time of the live broadcast, the game interface remains completely still. Qiu Ying cannot help but feel anxious. ... He ... ? ... Surely he hasn't forgotten, has he?
Killer: VPG Summit
Pei Xi. The number one mid-laner of the new generation in China
At that time, she was immersed in the joy of being able to participate in the program. She surprisingly chose to selectively ignore the list of guests involved
As Qiao Xin's health bar was about to reach zero, Qiu Ying's skill was suddenly interrupted. In the blink of an eye, Summit had already positioned himself in front of Qiao Xin. Two critical hits landed, and Qiu Ying's hero fell to the ground.
Group A: Ji Xiangkong (Legend Void). Qiu Ying
Although Qiao Xin is quite off-putting, thanks to her, the viewership is sure to soar. Qiu Ying is lost in her thoughts, but the bullet comments have taken her in an entirely unexpected direction
Qiu Ying does not stay in the dormitory. She has rented a one-bedroom apartment near the school. The living room has been transformed into a streaming room, decorated in an exquisite and cozy manner. The wallpaper is a light blue, and the lights are a soft yellow. Adorable plush toys are casually placed on the linen-colored fabric sofa. Between two hanging paintings is a photo wall, where radiant and dazzling smiles are captured in frames of various sizes.
Same spectators. What special guests. There isn't even any interaction. They don't care about your life at all. Hahaha
Qiu Ying was puzzled. She shifted her gaze to the ID next to Qiao Xin. Upon clearly seeing those letters, it felt as if all the blood in her body surged to her head at that moment
Qiu Ying was just about to give up when a loud sound suddenly came from her headphones, startling her and causing her to tremble all over
The mid-laner is a character who engages in one-on-one duels in the middle lane. They are very strong in the early game and remain formidable in the late game
Ji Xiangkong threw away the empty water bottle. He wiped his hair with a towel. Turning his head, he smiled at Qiu Ying and said, "Wait a moment. I will take a shower first"
After dinner, Qiu Ying logged into Weibo. She found that the comments under the latest post had already become a chaotic mess.
Qiu Ying engaged in a match against the computer. Subsequently, she opened the colorful notebook placed beside the computer. It contained many observations and experiences she had encountered while in Seattle
I just want to make use of him. " Qiu Ying sniffed and murmured to herself
She closed her eyes. Countless images overlapped in her mind. At times, it was the dazzling lights of the main stage, where stars gathered and war drums resounded; at times, it was the clash of two armies on a giant screen, with flashes of swords and blades; at times, it was the indomitable battle cries; at times, it was a desperate fight to the death; at times, it was the screams of a miraculous comeback; ... at times, it was tears of unwillingness ... . ... With another blink, it was in the dim corner by the stage. That calm and handsome face. At times, it was a desperate fight to the death; at times, it was the screams of a miraculous comeback; ... at times, it was tears of unwillingness ... . ... With another blink, it was in the dim corner by the stage. That calm and handsome face.
My goodness
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Qiu Ying displayed an expression of being choked by rice. It was truly difficult to associate this delicate and handsome face with that of the obsequious and lewd man from that day. Realizing that she had lost her composure, she quickly turned her head away, pretending to look around at the scenery.
I attended high school with her. She leads a very dissolute life
She comfortably squinted her eyes, feeling as if she had been slightly sun-kissed on her head. A dreamy sensation slowly wandered through her body
A colleague in the gaming live-streaming industry told her that it is very difficult for individual streamers without a strong backing. They face unrelenting challenges. Just as the public likes to look for hidden agendas in the Weibo follow lists of celebrities, in the eyes of viewers who thrive on speculation, when eSports players duo queue with female streamers, it implies a romantic involvement. In this live-streaming circle, those without the ability to withstand pressure cannot survive.
The summit indeed left Qiu Ying with very low health this time. Using control skills, she was kept in place, waiting for Qiao Xin to run over breathlessly from a distance to deliver the final blow
I am truly unwilling to accept this. I cannot bear the thought of Qiao Xin being protected by such a great deity, leaving me in a state of utter embarrassment.
Extra! Extra! The weakest and the strongest in the professional circle have met!
Group B: Pei Xi (VPG Summit). Qiao Xin
Qiu Ying's heart, which had been hanging in the air, finally settled down. Unknowingly, her eyes had turned red.
There is a distance of a pane of glass between them
He had just taken a shower. There was a pleasant scent of mint on his body. Qiu Ying was striving to calm her heart, which was beating like a drum. She pretended to be composed and gave him a look she often used during live broadcasts: "I will meet any request... why?"
Last year, no team wanted him. So he went to a second-tier team that claimed to 'nurture newcomers'. Now, look at it. Those four newcomers are the real stars!
Qiu Ying's hand, which was holding the mouse, began to tremble uncontrollably
As the melodious "A剪梅" is about to play in the background, the seasoned actor Ji Xiangkong, who rarely shows his emotions, finds himself provoked by someone who repeatedly tries to show off their skills in front of him. Naturally, this piques his interest
Void, you should quit the game! I feel embarrassed for you!
Lin Yixuan shrugged and said, "Of course. Professional players have to participate in high-intensity competitions. It can easily last for more than ten hours. One's physical fitness cannot be too poor"
Why do you say that
Seeing Qiu Yingwen staring intently at this alluring scene, Lin Yixuan wisely decided to leave
Qiu Ying turned around to look. Both of them were taken aback at the same time
Qiao Xin typed in the public channel: Summit, you are killing too quickly. Leave the final blow for me. I want to collect her head.
His peach blossom eyes narrowed slightly as he spoke. The corners of his mouth lifted. An air of languor permeated his entire being
A prompt appeared in the center of the screen: "Legend's Void invites you to join the team"
Qiu Ying blinked hard. She felt a chill creeping up her spine.
She responded with a sound. She checked her makeup in the mirror ... however, her right eyelid kept twitching ...
What the audience loves to watch, she performs. She is blinded by money, like a dog.
Qiu Ying shook her head repeatedly after hearing this. She only wanted to play games in duo mode with Ji Xiangkong, hoping to benefit from the presence of a gaming expert. She had no intention of using this to stir up negative news. She was forced to suspend her broadcast for a period of time, and her popularity continued to decline
Qiu Ying was so angry that her teeth itched. Her temples throbbed incessantly. However, she refrained from expressing her anger in front of the camera. After being revived, Qiu Ying seized the opportunity when Qiao Xin was alone. She lay in ambush at the riverbank. When she saw Qiao Xin approaching, she cast a spell that trapped her in a block of ice, rendering her unable to move or attack. Then, she waved her staff and unleashed a powerful spell, summoning a blizzard.
After hanging up the phone, Qiu Ying stood still in place
During that time, Qiu Ying was exhausted and depressed. However, those who have endured the cold winter will not fear the cold. The body that has experienced numerous falls and stumbles will only become stronger. She has never been a delicate and pampered canary. Since these verbal attacks are meant to crush her and force her to leave, she will stubbornly refuse to retreat and will never easily yield to their will.
Her misty eyes make it hard not to feel sympathy. The receptionist couldn't resist the repeated pleas of the beautiful woman. Finally, she sighed and made a phone call.
What is his real name?
The female disciple of Ji Xiangkong is simply disgusting. She knows nothing about e-sports, but keeps shouting how handsome Void is all day long! Void looks good no matter what he does! You say he's bad just because you're jealous of his looks! I bet they're all female fans who can't get anyone else!
Qiao Xin never forgets to type in the public channel.
Ji Xiang raised his eyebrows and looked straight at her, the smile in his eyes deepening.
Yesterday's game that we played together in duo queue. Qiu Ying bit her lip, feeling more and more aggrieved. "So many people were watching, but you didn't care about me at all..."
Qiu Ying no longer received any replies from Ji Xiangkong
Curious questions from the audience flooded the bullet screen
The audience was quite gloating.
Péi Xī. The top mid-laner of China's new generation!
Qiu Ying turned her head in surprise: "You still have to undergo physical training?"
What is the mid lane?
Upon arriving at Legend Club, it was already evening. Qiu Ying approached the front desk and stated her purpose for coming. The other party politely refused her with a smile, saying, "I'm sorry. Unless you have an appointment, the team does not receive any foreign guests."
A new line of text appears on the game public screen.
She struggled to get up from the ground and checked her front teeth in the mirror to see if they were intact. The message from the phone froze her in place: STV, the gaming television station, is about to launch a new variety show. Conquer professional players and beautiful anchors are invited to participate. Qiu Ying is on the list of female anchors.
Rationality tells Qiu Ying that she invested in the wrong stock. Crisis public relations must be done as soon as possible. She needs to clarify her relationship with Ji Xiangkong. Moreover, now she has developed a bad idea of him like a teenage girl in love. Only now did she realize that her opponent is a social butterfly in the gaming industry and an experienced player in the dating scene. She must not lightly step into the muddy waters! As the saying goes, cutting the water with a knife will only make it flow more. It is necessary to close the gate in time to prevent flooding. It is imperative to strangle this slightly budding seedling in the cradle!
Qiu Ying gently "tsk" as if picking her teeth. Qiao Xin and she are both popular female anchors. They always confront each other. Seeing her popularity soar after joining the Conquer version, this guy also followed. He's really persistent.
Lin Yixuan had a toothpick in his mouth, his brows furrowed. Just half an hour ago, he had sent away a group of female followers of Ji Xiangkong. Why were they back again now? He had a headache. Suddenly, a charming figure appeared in his field of vision. A spaghetti-strap dress, shoulder-length brown hair, slender waist, and long legs in high heels, fair and straight.
Did Qiao Xin actually hook up with Summit Pei Xi? That was fast! But VPG is just a subordinate of Legend, right? Hmm. Anyway, I still win. Wait a minute... So tonight's live broadcast is...? ... The legendary showdown between the world runner-up and third place?!
It's really disappointing!
VPG ? !
Is this about jumping for wealth or jumping for disaster?
Ji Xiangkong didn't say a word. He took a bottle of mineral water at the resting place, unscrewed the cap, tilted his head back, and drank. His Adam's apple moved up and down. He had exerted too much physical energy earlier. He drank hastily and fiercely. Water flowed out from the corners of his mouth, sliding down his neck. It shimmered under the dazzling light in the gym.
Qiu Ying shifted her gaze back to its original position and saw Ji Xiangkong wearing a sports tank top and shorts. He had broad shoulders, a narrow waist, and long legs, which made him very eye-catching. The training had just ended, and he was breathing slightly heavily. Sweat beads were dripping down his face, and his heroic spirit was evident in his furrowed brows.
Ji Xiangkong shook his head: "It was still there when I sent you the text message. Now I can't find it."
Qiu's cheeks were flushed. The heat spread all the way to her ears. It felt like feathers were tickling her heart, causing an unstoppable itch.
After finishing speaking, she jumped up and turned around a few times in excitement. She silently mouthed "yes!" several times before picking up her demeanor and calmly replied, "I am available that day. Confirming my attendance."
Thump thump thump. Thump thump thump.
Qiu Ying's live streaming room is becoming less and less popular. The audience gradually turned into Qiao Xin's fans who came to watch the excitement.
Qiu Ying was unwilling to accept her fate. She followed the path to find Ji Xiangkong, intending to team up with him to hunt monsters. Suddenly, a figure sprang out from the riverbank. Before she could react, a flash of blood appeared before her eyes. She fell to the ground.
The scorching heat carried by his breath instantly blanked Qiu Ying's mind. The noise of her heart amplified infinitely into a piercing siren in her ears. Ji Xiangkong's sportswear zipper was only half closed, revealing a black tight-fitting vest inside. They were so close. She could clearly see the smooth lines of his shoulders.
China's three major powerhouse teams. If summarized in one word--.
Walking in the greenery of the club, Qiu Ying finally gathered her emotions to explain her intentions. She tilted her head to look at him and knowingly asked, "Did my lipstick fall into your possession?"
Hello?
These days, Qiu Ying can hardly go live. As soon as she appears, the audience's mockery and sarcasm towards her and Ji Xiangkong are like a typhoon passing through. The rain pours down. If saliva could solidify into arrows, they would shoot her like a sieve in minutes.
Deep down, there remains a small expectation. She is waiting. Waiting for the notification of a new message to flash next to his profile picture. Waiting for him to provide an explanation
She casually wiped her face with her hand. Her nails were dampened by tears
Legend's Void
She glared fiercely at Pei Xi. However, at that moment, he suddenly turned his head. His gaze was clear, and his features were like a painting
Among them, the matches of VPG are always the most exhilarating—no need for further elaboration. It is simply a slaughter! Small-scale ambushes and assassinations bloom across the entire map. As advantages accumulate like a rolling snowball, they quickly band together to launch an attack, leaving the opponent no chance to catch their breath. In a short period, each spectacular team battle ignites the audience's passion. Repeated kills shatter the opponent's will. Ultimately, the adversary collapses under the fierce onslaught of aggression.
Qiu Ying did not want to sink to their level. Therefore, she switched to the Conquer game version. She was just starting to get acquainted with Conquer. The gameplay was not particularly visually appealing. However, the contract she signed with the streaming platform had strict requirements for viewership. In order to earn money, she could only retain her previous singing and dancing segments while live streaming the game and interacting with the audience.
The game is divided into three lanes: upper, middle, and lower. Near each faction's base, there is a large area of neutral monster nests, referred to as the "jungle." Heroes can gain experience and gold through various means, allowing them to learn new skills and purchase more powerful equipment
She spent a restless day attending classes at school. Upon returning home, she could not help but call Ji Xiangkong.
Qiu Ying nodded.
Upon seeing this, she recalled how a fan, with sparkling eyes, had enthusiastically explained this knowledge to her: "The sword of VPG is their mid-laner, Summit. In the last match, he dealt nearly 50% of the team's damage. 15 kills and 0 deaths!"
With the continuous maturity of the electronic sports industry chain, top professional players are gradually becoming idolized. In addition to endorsing advertisements, they will also occasionally appear in various programs.
The barrage of comments refreshed as if it had gone mad. In an instant, the entire screen was filled with white text and exclamation marks
She was, of course, referring to Ji Xiangkong. However, the other party showed no reaction, aimlessly wandering in the wilderness.
Quickly, he informed her on WeChat: "The microphone is broken"
Qiu Ying felt a tingling sensation in her nose. The scene before her was blurred as if covered by a layer of mist.
She seems to have been easily deceived
The mobile phone on the right vibrated. A WeChat message from Ji Xiangkong read: "I am sorry. I just finished training."
I have always found you annoying. Now seeing you being mistreated is truly satisfying
She scrolled down the page to the comment section
A certain subtle emotion suddenly shattered. It became uncontrollable
She has walked the path of transparency since childhood. She meticulously arranges the content for each night, practicing piano and dancing. At the beginning, her live stream only had a dozen viewers. However, due to her outstanding appearance and her humorous and witty demeanor, she gradually gained a fixed audience. Just at this moment, a sudden surge of people began to post frantically on forums and message boards, fervently praising her while belittling other female streamers. They even went to other major streamers' live rooms to advertise during Qiu Ying's broadcasts, frantically flooding the bullet screen with her room number. What seemed like promotion was, in fact, an attempt to draw negative attention, inciting others to join in the criticism, accusing her of hiring trolls for self-promotion. Qiu Ying posted a clarification, with several pages of screenshots sufficient to prove that it was not her doing, yet most people regarded this as a mere act. Consequently, the attacks intensified, and the insults became increasingly harsh.
Sakura Goddess. You've grabbed the wrong thigh!
Pei Xi walked out of the lounge with the staff. When passing by Qiu Ying, he didn't give her a second glance.
Every few minutes, she couldn't help but check her inbox. But the text messages she sent seemed to disappear without a trace. Eventually, she was frustrated to discover that the phone number was a local one in the United States, probably not his regular number. She even tried her luck at the hotel where the team stayed, only to be told that they had already left.
The sharp sword of VPG is their mid laner, Summit.
The staff handed her the group list in the lounge. She almost fainted after reading the first two lines.
Who is the special guest? Is it Cris, the master?
Floria: Oh my. I mean, Qiu Ying, why do you still live stream playing games when you clearly don't know how to play? Go back to the original All-Star Entertainment version and entertain the public. Is it really necessary to resort to such means just for popularity?
At eight o'clock sharp, Qiu Ying sorted out her emotions, turned on the camera, and put on her signature fake smile.
After passing through the lobby, turning left leads to a gym that requires a swipe card for entry. Qiu Ying followed Lin Yixuan and walked through the equipment area under continuous attention, finally stopping in front of a glass door.
It was the agreed time for the weekend evening meeting with Ji Xiangkong. Qiu Ying had already finished her makeup early. She sat in the chair, fidgeting. She started to feel restless. She held her phone in her hands, the screen was black. There were no new messages or missed calls.
Professional by face due to clumsiness. I only recognize Season Xiangkong!
The game begins. Qiu Ying closely followed Ji Xiangkong to the top lane. She spoke to him through the microphone, but he did not respond.
However, Qiu Ying's position is not guaranteed. Qiao Xin has already attached herself to Pei Xi.
In the room, there was loud and energetic music playing. Several young people were following the coach to do HIIT (High-intensity Interval Training), which is a high-intensity interval training method. It involves 1 minute of continuous high-intensity exercise followed by a 20-second rest. At least 6 cycles are performed, which exhausts 100% of one's physical strength within 20 minutes.
Qiu Ying is itching with anger. She retorted, "Don't be too pleased too soon. Someone will avenge me."
Qiu Ying felt at ease and hid behind Ji Xiangkong, idling away. After a while, he left directly, leaving her alone there. Qiu Ying was in a daze when suddenly two people emerged from the shadows of the woods and killed her.
Until the day of recording the program at the TV station, Qiu Ying truly realized what "bloodbath" meant to the vast number of gaming fans.
He is truly a person who is hot and cold. Just a few days ago, he was smiling with a hint of ambiguity. Now, he is indifferent as if it was all just a dream.
This time I took a tumble. It's nothing.
A comment has been upvoted to the popular section: "Goddess. Don't get involved with that guy Ji Xiangkong! If you don't believe me, go check the forum!"
The door of the lounge was pushed open. A boy walked in. Qiu Ying looked up. He was wearing a white shirt and dark pencil pants. He exuded a cool temperament. There was no expression on his face.
Her lips deeply kissed the glass. The sensation was icy cold.
Qiu Ying is at a loss for words: "I ... ...".
He didn't ask Qiu Ying, "How did you come?" Instead, he asked Lin Yixuan, "How did you bring her in?" It seems like he didn't expect her to come and find him at all.
Lin Yixuan suddenly halted his steps. He swallowed hard and said, "Since you are so devout, I shall reluctantly take his place and accompany you for a while."
Qiu Ying's ears twitched. ... This person is ... Summit. ... ... Pei Xi?