Sorry, Stuck Again [Esports] Chapter 65

Chapter 65

In the points round-robin, Wing is the only team maintaining an undefeated record, ranking first in points. KP, having lost a match to the Vanguard Team, follows closely behind in points. Both teams can safely enter the second stage of the group elimination round, so the outcome of this match is not crucial, but the fans of both sides are still arguing fiercely.

Wing fans believe that KP couldn't even beat the Vanguard Team, let alone Wing, who won against the Vanguard Team in their debut. KP fans, on the other hand, think that without Pei Yun Chang and with Lu Chang Kong on their side, Wing is bound to lose.

The fans even started a betting pool on Weibo, but the players from both teams clearly didn't take this match too seriously.

Pan Shi still hasn't recovered from the excitement of shaking hands with Lu Chang Kong before the match, chatting with Bian Yan while adjusting his equipment. "How did this guy suddenly become so handsome? Is this still the same non-mainstream guy who used to sneak out for midnight snacks with me?"

Bian Yan wasn't nervous at all, his mind filled with thoughts of quickly finishing the match to see Pei Yun Chang, responding absentmindedly. "Maybe KP's feng shui is good for people? Why don't you ask if KP is hiring assistant coaches?"

Pan Shi touched his rough face. "Makes sense, the weather in Xing Lan is better than Guangleng… Hey, Fei Qin, what's wrong?"

The two were chatting away when they suddenly noticed the substitute Fei Qin shaking like a leaf beside them. "I… I'm nervous…"

Fei Qin's teeth were chattering, and his palms were so sweaty he couldn't hold the mouse. Bai Yao Xing also looked serious, pretending to be deep in thought. "We're about to go on the battlefield, can you two stop chatting?"

"Don't worry, after Flash smashes you to pieces, we'll help collect your body," Bian Yan said, putting on his headphones and even interacting with the fans in the audience with his eyes.

"What… what should I do?" Fei Qin was almost in tears. "I'm substituting for Brother Pei, if I don't play well, the fans will tear me apart."

Pan Shi put on a big brother act, seemingly comforting but actually saying something that pierced the heart. "You don't really think you can win, do you? Just relax."

Bian Yan nodded seriously. Bai Yao Xing was baffled by their strange tacit understanding. "No way, Brother Pei just left, and you're already giving up?"

Bian Yan glanced at him sideways. "What else? You want to carry Fei?"

Bai Yao Xing shook his head like a rattle. Pan Shi chimed in, "Do you know the real value of this match?"

"Where?" Bai Yao Xing had a bad feeling.

"It's to give you a top-notch local marksman as a sparring partner," Bian Yan and Pan Shi exchanged a mischievous glance, smiling wickedly. Seeing their knowing looks, Bai Yao Xing felt this match was doomed.

The game began—

Bian Yan and Wang Ge were having a great time battling in the mid lane, and Pan Shi and KP's top laner were equally matched in the top lane, while both junglers were focused on farming…

But the real massacre was happening on the development lane. Flash, who was the top marksman during his time with Judgment, had become even stronger after systematic training with KP. With Pei Yun Chang and Bian Yan both switching lanes, Flash was now unstoppable.

Although his current ranking is only second on the ladder, behind Blaze's Diamond from the intercontinental team, in the local league, he is the undisputed top marksman. Among the active marksmen in the local teams, only Shi Jia can give him a run for his money, the rest are no match.

Not to mention, now he has Lu Chang Kong, the third on the ladder, as his support, making it easy to take on Bai Yao Xing. The marksman-support duo is Wing's weak point, and Bai Yao Xing, used to relying on Pan Shi and Pei Yun Chang's support, and with Bian Yan, the top mid laner this season, had been coasting through the first ten matches. This was his first serious face-off.

Without his safe haven, Bai Yao Xing couldn't last more than a couple of rounds under Flash's hands before meeting his demise. "Wuwuwu… I couldn't even beat Shi Jia, and now I'm facing Flash, isn't this just asking for a beating?" Bai Yao Xing complained in the team chat. "Brother Yan, Brother Stone, please carry me."

Fei Qin quietly suggested, "Brother Bai, just stay under the tower and clear the waves…"

Bai Yao Xing grimaced, "I want to, but they don't give me a chance, they dive the tower whenever they can, what can I do?"

Bian Yan chuckled at this. In Lu Chang Kong's career, the first marksman he supported was Pei Yun Chang, who was known for his "bandit style" back then. Over time, under his influence, Lu Chang Kong's playstyle also changed a bit.

Flash, who was known for his stability and high survival rate, had become more aggressive under Lu Chang Kong's influence. The "bandit style" was gradually being passed on. Even though he switched to a professional career, his legend still lives on. That's Pei Yun Chang for you.

[Mid Lane]

Bian Yan and Wang Ge were trading blows but neither could secure a kill. As Bian Yan retreated to the tower to recall, Bai Yao Xing's scream echoed in the team chat again, "I'm already 0-3, are you really going to watch me become a ghost on the development lane?"

Bian Yan casually opened the control panel, "Then guess why Wang Ge hasn't come down to gank?"

"And Mo Chen hasn't visited you either," Pan Shi chimed in cheerfully, "Good luck, Little Bai."

If Pei Yun Chang were here and Lu Chang Kong wasn't playing, Wing could have shifted their focus to the development lane, and winning against KP wouldn't be a problem. But with Fei Qin on the field, it's hard to coordinate, so Bian Yan and Pan Shi had to stay in their lanes, trying to hold off the enemy and not add pressure to the development lane.

As a result, the already weak development lane became even harder to defend. This was why Bian Yan and Pan Shi had agreed to "slack off" before the match. As long as Bai Yao Xing could learn something from facing Flash, this match wouldn't be in vain. But clearly, Bai Yao Xing hadn't transitioned from his previous "coasting" state.

Bian Yan sighed. Wing still had a long way to go to reach the top. Just as Bian Yan and Fei Qin took down the enemy jungler Alex, the opposing team pushed up to the high ground with a four-man group. Bian Yan, in poor condition, managed to trade for Flash before heroically sacrificing himself, while Bai Yao Xing was instantly killed by Wang Ge.

Pan Shi, Fei Qin, and Juan Juan couldn't withstand the onslaught of KP. As the sound of the crystal exploding echoed, Wing lost their first match of the season without suspense. The commentator announced the result, and the players from both teams stood up to shake hands and leave the stage.

As Bian Yan passed by Bai Yao Xing's seat, he patted his shoulder considerately. "Brother Yan…" Bai Yao Xing called out expectantly. "Practice slowly when we get back." Bian Yan pulled him up, suddenly feeling a burning gaze, which made him excited.

The fans in the audience also started to stir— "Ahhh, Brother Pei! So handsome!" "Did Brother Pei come to watch the match after finishing his business?" "Husband, can I get an autograph?"

Pei Yun Chang gestured for silence, signed a few autographs, and then walked towards the waiting room. Bian Yan and the Wing team members stood at the end of the hallway waiting for him. Today, Pei Yun Chang seemed particularly charming.

He wore a well-tailored dark gray pure wool suit jacket, highlighting his excellent figure, with a warm beige silk shirt underneath, the collar slightly open, revealing a delicate collarbone and a faint Adam's apple. His pants were of the same color, with straight lines that accentuated his long legs. If it weren't for that familiar face, one might think a celebrity had come backstage for a collaboration.

Pei Yun Chang took large strides and quickly reached Bian Yan's side. "Finished with your work?" Bian Yan swallowed uncontrollably. Bai Yao Xing, who had been in the team for two years, was used to Pei Yun Chang's handsome face, but had never seen him dressed so flamboyantly, and was directly stunned by his looks.

Fei Qin timidly asked, "Brother Pei, are you going on a blind date?" "Hahaha—" Suddenly, Lu Chang Kong's hearty laughter came from behind. It turned out that the KP team, led by Wang Ge and Lu Chang Kong, had also come over.

Lu Chang Kong's teasing gaze fell on Pei Yun Chang, repeating, "Are you going on a blind date, Brother Pei…" He deliberately emphasized the last two words, looking like he was enjoying the show. Wang Ge, who had never seen Pei Yun Chang like this, was also amused.

"It's the first time seeing you not in a loose team uniform, it's a bit hard to get used to. The match is over, who are you dressing up for?" He said, glancing at Bian Yan with a look of mischief. Despite everyone's teasing, Pei Yun Chang remained unfazed, his attention entirely on Bian Yan.

"Are you hungry? What do you want to eat?" With his collar open, Pei Yun Chang leaned over to ask, and Bian Yan was almost face-to-face with his beautiful collarbone, looking up to meet his long, charming eyes. Bian Yan's throat was dry, he licked his lips but said nothing.

Pan Shi chimed in, "Eat! Brother Pei is treating!" Bai Yao Xing was surprised, "Really, we can have a meal even after losing?!" "Yes." Pei Yun Chang nodded. Pan Shi nudged Bai Yao Xing with his shoulder, whispering, "Do you know whose favor you're enjoying? Remember to be grateful~"

Bai Yao Xing discreetly glanced at Bian Yan, full of gossip, "Whoa, really? Tell me the details!" While the two were whispering, Lu Chang Kong suddenly spoke up, "Brother Pei, shouldn't you treat me to a meal for old times' sake?"

"Of course." Pei Yun Chang remained calm, "I was a bit disappointed not to see your red hair today." "Yeah, we agreed to be non-mainstream together." Pan Shi touched his yellow hair, teasing familiarly. Lu Chang Kong couldn't help but smile.

"Is Wang Ge coming?" Pei Yun Chang asked. Lu Chang Kong gave him a meaningful look. Sure enough, the next second Wang Ge waved his hand to decline, "I have plans tonight, and you guys are old friends catching up, what would I do there? See you later."

Pei Yun Chang nodded, and everyone watched him leave. Only the dazed one in the crowd looked wistful. After some discussion, they decided to have the meal at a famous hot pot restaurant in Guangleng. Pei Yun Chang, being the oldest and the one treating, naturally should sit at the head of the table, but he kept looking at his phone under the pretense of ordering, and Bian Yan had slipped away under the excuse of going to the bathroom before entering the private room.

Lu Chang Kong's eyes twinkled, pulling the clueless Fei Qin with his left hand and holding down the noisy Bai Yao Xing with his right. Pan Shi was also on point, giving Juan Juan a look and thoughtfully saving seats for Lao Miao and Qin Yu Xuan, who were on their way. After all the maneuvering, only the head seat and the one next to it were left unoccupied. Everyone was secretly excited.