The contestant is too old, sister Zhou is crazy

Chapter 986 Night

The night after the game, the EDG team chose a well-known Cantonese restaurant for dinner. Although they lost the game, the regular season is still long, and the coaching staff hopes to adjust the mentality of the players through the dinner, summarize the experience and lessons, and prepare for the subsequent games.

The atmosphere in the private room was a bit dull. Clearlove7 (factory manager), as the team's big brother, was the first to speak up and break the silence: "Everyone cheer up, it's just a regular season game. It's a good thing to expose the problem. We will go back and review it carefully and fight back in the next game."

Scout also nodded and said in not very fluent Chinese: "Well, RNG played really well today, especially the top laner Camille, who handled it perfectly." He recalled the scene where his Zoe was killed instantly and was still frightened.

Ray seemed a little frustrated. He was suppressed by Xu Mo's Camille from the beginning to the end of this game, and the game experience was extremely bad. "Oh my god, I couldn't withstand the pressure in the top lane, and Camille was too comfortable."

Meiko consoled him, "Don't say that, Ray. Camille is really strong and anyone would have a hard time facing her. We are a team and we will bear the loss together."

iBoy lowered his head and ate the rice in the bowl without saying much. It was obvious that he was still depressed about the defeat.

Just as everyone was chatting idly and trying to ease the atmosphere, there was a sudden knock on the door of the private room.

The waiter poked his head in and said awkwardly, "Sorry to bother you, there are a few people outside... who say they are your fans. They want to come in and say hello to you and get an autograph or something like that."

The factory manager and coach Abu looked at each other. It was common for professional players to be recognized by fans outside, but it was relatively rare for them to come directly to the private room.

Abu thought for a moment and said, "Let them in, but not too long, we are still eating."

Soon, three young fans who looked like college students walked in, two men and one woman, holding EDG support items in their hands, with excited yet somewhat nervous expressions on their faces.

"Manager! Scout! Meiko! We are your loyal fans!" The leading boy's voice was trembling.

"Although we lost the game today, we believe you can adjust and keep going!" another boy added.

The girl blushed and whispered, "Can we...can we take a photo with you?"

Although the EDG players were in a bad mood, they still smiled and stood up to cooperate with the enthusiastic fans.

"Thank you for your support, we will continue to work hard." The factory manager said on behalf of the team.

After taking photos, getting autographs, and interacting with others, the fans left feeling satisfied.

This little episode actually eased the atmosphere in the private room a lot.

“When I see them, I feel like the burden on our shoulders has become heavier,” Meiko said with emotion.

“Yeah, we can’t let them down.” Scout also said.

Ray seemed to have found some strength from the encouragement from his fans, and his eyes became firm again.

At the same time, on the other side, the RNG players who won the game were immersed in the joy of victory. Although Xu Mo remained calm, there was also a sense of ease between his brows.

Just as the RNG players were about to leave the venue, a familiar figure called out to Xu Mo.

"Contestant XuMo, wait a moment!"

Xu Mo turned around and saw another beautiful host of LPL, Xi Ran, jogging over. Xi Ran was wearing a neat professional suit today, with a sweet smile on her face and a small notebook in her hand.

"Sister Xiran." Xu Mo greeted politely.

"Congratulations on winning the game, and congratulations on getting the MVP again!" Xi Ran said with a smile, her voice clear and pleasant, "Your Camille was amazing today!"

"Thank you."

"Um... XuMo, I have an unwelcome request." Xiran paused, and said with some embarrassment, "I'm recently doing a Vlog series of players' daily lives, and I'd like to invite you to participate in one episode. The theme is 'How e-sports players relax'. I understand that you don't seem to have any special hobbies except training. I have a suggestion. The weather is good tomorrow, how about we go climb Xiangshan together? It can not only relax us, but also take some footage."

Hiking? Xu Mo was a little surprised. He didn't like or hate this kind of outdoor activity. However, since it was an invitation from the official host and it sounded like a way to relax, he nodded: "Okay."

"Great!" Xiran's eyes lit up. "Then I'll pick you up at the base at nine o'clock tomorrow morning? You need to prepare some sports equipment and water."

"Ah."

The next morning, Xi Ran drove an SUV to the RNG base on time. She changed into a light sportswear and tied her hair into a high ponytail, looking full of energy. Xu Mo also wore sportswear and carried a simple backpack.

On the way to Xiangshan, Xiran took the initiative to find topics to liven up the atmosphere.

"Mr. Mo, do you really rarely go out? It seems like you are not very interested in these things." Xiran asked while driving. She was also carrying a small sports camera and adjusting the angle from time to time.

"I'm quite busy with training." Xu Mo said concisely.

"Yes, it's hard for professional players." Xiran expressed his understanding, "But it's still important to relax properly. Hiking is a good choice. You can breathe fresh air, exercise, and enjoy the scenery."

When they reached the foot of Xiangshan Mountain, there were already many tourists there. The two began to climb up the stone steps.

Xiran seemed to have good physical strength. At the beginning, she could keep pace with Xu Mo. While walking, she introduced the scenery along the way and some interesting anecdotes, trying to enrich the content of the Vlog.

Xu Mo was mostly a silent listener, occasionally responding with a few words. His physical strength far exceeded Xi Ran's expectations. Even though the mountain road became increasingly steep, he remained calm, breathing steadily, and even had enough energy to take care of Xi Ran.

"Huh... God Mo, you... you have too much physical strength!" When she climbed to a platform halfway up the mountain, Xi Ran was already a little out of breath, with beads of sweat oozing out of her forehead. She held the railing and gasped.

Xu Mo took out a bottle of water from his backpack and handed it to her: "It's okay. You take a rest."

"Thank you." Xi Ran took the water, drank a few sips, and felt much better. Seeing Xu Mo still relaxed, she couldn't help but joked, "With your physical strength, it would be a pity if you don't participate in the triathlon. Do you professional players usually have physical training?"

"The club has arranged it." Xu Mo replied. In fact, it was more of a foundation laid by playing basketball and exercising for many years before he crossed over.

After a short rest, the two continued to move forward.

Passing by a rather steep staircase, Xiran lost his balance and almost slipped.

"Be careful!" Xu Mo was quick to grab her arm.

"Ah! Thank you!" Xi Ran was still in shock, her cheeks slightly flushed. Xu Mo's arms were strong and firm, which made her feel at ease.

"Are you okay?" Xu Mo asked.

"No... I'm fine." Xiran steadied himself and smiled a little embarrassedly, "It seems that I lack exercise in my daily life. I still need to learn from you."

Xu Mo let go of his hand and said calmly: "Watch your step."

Although it was just a small episode, the atmosphere between the two seemed to be more harmonious. Xi Ran no longer deliberately looked for topics like she did at the beginning, but communicated with Xu Mo more naturally.

She found that although Xu Mo didn't talk much, he was not a difficult person to get along with. He was just used to using actions instead of words, and his observation was very sharp.

For example, when Xiran's shoelaces came undone, before she even noticed it, Xu Mo had already stopped to remind her.

When she picked up the camera and wanted to take pictures of distant scenery, but was troubled by the bad angle, Xu Mo would silently take the camera, find a better angle, and take pictures that would satisfy her.

"Mr. Mo, your photography skills are pretty good!" Xiran said in surprise as he looked at the photos in the camera.

“I used to just take pictures casually.”

On the way, they also met a group of primary school students who were sketching. When the children saw Xiran and Xu Mo, especially Xiran taking pictures with a camera, they all gathered around curiously.

A brave little boy pointed at Xu Mo and asked Xi Ran: "Sister, is this big brother a star? He's so handsome!"

Xi Ran chuckled and patted the little boy's head: "He is much more capable than a star. He is an e-sports player who has brought glory to the country!"

"E-sports players? Do they play games? I like playing games, too!" The children suddenly became more excited.

Xu Mo looked at these innocent children and a gentle smile appeared on his face.

Xiran took the opportunity to ask the children some questions about their dreams and hobbies, which enriched the material of the Vlog.

Before they knew it, they finally reached the top. The view from the top was so beautiful that the city outline in the distance was in full view, which was refreshing.

"Wow! We're finally here! It's so beautiful!" Xiran opened his arms, feeling the breeze on the top of the mountain, with a satisfied smile on his face.

Xu Mo stood beside her, looking into the distance with deep eyes. Climbing high and looking far can indeed make people forget their troubles temporarily and broaden their minds.

"Mo Shen, thank you for accompanying me to climb the mountain today and helping me so much." Xi Ran turned around and said to Xu Mo sincerely, "Today's Vlog will definitely be exciting!"

"You're welcome." Xu Mo looked at her sweat-soaked hair and bright eyes and nodded slightly.

Xi Ran took out his phone and suggested, "Let's take a photo together to commemorate our first time climbing a mountain together!"

"it is good."

The two stood side by side, with the distant scenery as the background. Xiran raised her phone with a bright smile on her face, and Xu Mo also raised the corners of his mouth slightly, which was rare.

With a "click", this moment was frozen.

The journey down the mountain was much easier. Xiran and Xu Mo talked more about e-sports and life. She found that although Xu Mo looked cold, he was actually very thoughtful and had his own unique insights on many things.

This mountain climbing trip not only allowed Xiran to successfully complete the Vlog shooting, but also gave her a deeper understanding of Xu Mo. And Xu Mo also relaxed his body and mind through this rare outdoor activity.

He knew that after a short rest, more intense challenges would be waiting for him. But at this moment, enjoying the tranquility of the mountains and the relaxed communication with his companions was also a good experience.

After going down the mountain, Xi Ran suggested going to a nearby farmhouse restaurant with unique characteristics for lunch. Xu Mo had no objection.

The restaurant is located next to a bamboo forest, with a quiet environment. The two chose a seat by the window and sat down.

"Master Mo, try the fried pork with bamboo shoots and tofu with mountain spring water. They are very famous." Xiran ordered the dishes skillfully, and it was obvious that this was not his first time here.

"Do you come here often?" Xu Mo asked casually.

"Well, sometimes when I'm stressed out at work or want to find a quiet place to write, I'll come here." Xiran smiled, "The environment here can make people relax."

The food was served quickly and tasted really good, with a fresh flavor from the mountains.

During the dinner, Xiran talked about her experience as an LPL host, from her initial nervousness to her current ease, the hardships and efforts involved, which gave Xu Mo a new understanding of this girl who always seemed to have a smile on her face.

"It's actually not easy to be a host," Xiran said with emotion, "Not only do you have to understand the game and the players, but you also have to be able to deal with various emergencies and stay in the best condition to face the camera and the audience."

"You did a great job." Xu Mo commented objectively. Xi Ran's professionalism and on-the-spot reaction ability are indeed outstanding among LPL hosts.

Xi Ran seemed very happy to get Xu Mo's affirmation: "Thank you! I am flattered to be recognized by 'God Mo'." She blinked mischievously.

After dinner, Xiran drove Xu Mo back to the base.

On the way, Xiran's phone rang. It was a call from the LPL event operation department. After answering the call, her brows slightly furrowed.

"What's wrong?" Xu Mo noticed the change in her expression.

"Nothing serious," Xi Ran forced a smile, "It's just that for the filming of the promotional video for the MSI Mid-Season Championship next week, one of the originally scheduled guests had something urgent and couldn't come, so the team is now urgently coordinating the selection."

The MSI Mid-Season Championship is one of the most important international events in the first half of the year. The champion of the LPL Spring Split will represent the region. RNG is currently in a strong momentum and is the favorite to win the championship.

Xu Mo's heart moved, and he asked, "What is the theme of the promotional video?"

"It's probably something like 'The Power of the New Generation' and 'Inheritance and Challenge'," Xiran explained, "We will invite some veteran star contestants and some newcomers with outstanding performances to participate in the filming."

Xu Mo was silent for a moment, and suddenly said: "If necessary, I can participate."

Xiran looked at him in surprise: "You? Mo Shen, are you willing to participate in the filming of the promotional video?" You know, Xu Mo usually gives people the impression of being relatively low-key and not very fond of this kind of commercial activities.

"Yeah," Xu Mo nodded, "MSI is a very important competition. As a member of LPL, it would be my duty if I could do my part to promote it." The deeper reason is that he also hopes to show the world the strength of LPL and his own determination in this way.

Xi Ran's eyes flashed with surprise and touched: "Great! Mo Shen, with your participation, the effect of the promotional video will definitely be better! I will communicate with the director team immediately!" She immediately dialed the phone, with excitement in her tone. (End of this chapter)