Li Xu's absence came as a great surprise to the hosts.
Kim Ji-hyun: "Today, SKT unexpectedly had Khan replace Li Xu in the starting lineup. Furthermore, Li Xu is not on the bench. I wonder what made Coach Kim Ji-hyun decide to make a substitution?"
Park Ji-hwan said, "From the looks of it, player Lee Xu is definitely SKT's most reliable carry. He was definitely not replaced because of his condition. We can only ask the coach after the match for the reason for the substitution."
It was not only the Korean broadcast team that was confused. Huya's live streaming channel, as well as LCK's other language commentators, were also confused by SKT's unexpected substitution.
Disregarding the reactions of the outside world, SKT's players were not affected.
After all, the difference in strength was too great. Even without Li Xu, SKT still easily defeated KT with a score of 2: 0. Khan, who had replaced Li Xu, performed extremely well in this match and won the MVP of the first match.
However, Khan's performance in the second match was a little unsightly. He was solo-killed three times by Smeb. Fortunately, his other teammates were strong. Teddy and MATA crushed their opponents in the bottom lane and radiated their advantage to the other lanes, winning the match without a hitch.
Li Xu was slightly regretful. He really wanted to play against Smeb. Although Smeb's condition had deteriorated this season, in Li Xu's eyes, Smeb during his time in S6 was terrifyingly strong.
What was a perfect top laner like?
Although Marin at his peak was strong, his hero pool was slightly shallow.
The Sh's maneuvering was so showy that it was almost at the human limit. However, he did not like to use vision and his awareness of gank was slightly lacking.
At his peak, Smeb's hero pool was deep. His laning, team initiation, and awareness were all top-notch top laners. At the same time, he was also responsible for leading the team.
S6's legendary team, ROX Tigers, was only one Jayz Accelerator Cannon away from defeating SKT. Unfortunately, Li Ge's sprinting and positioning were too good.
With SKT's complete victory over KT, the first round of the competition was over. SKT was now at the top of the leaderboard with a record of 8 wins and 1 loss. Other than the 1: 2 loss to SBG, the rest of the matches were 2: 0.
GRF was close behind. They also had a record of 8 wins and 1 loss, but they had two points less than SKT.
Next was SBG, who had 7 wins and 2 losses, in third place.
It was worth mentioning that the three teams that represented LCK in the World Finals last year, KT, AFS, and GEN G were ranked second, third, and fourth respectively.
After losing their captain, JAG was firmly at the bottom of the leaderboard. They had lost all 9 matches, and had lost 8 0: 2. Out of the 9 matches, they had only won a small match against GEN G. This was the worst result that LCK had ever had.
Ever since the start of S9's Spring Season, JAG was the only team that had yet to win a single match.
• • • • •
Just as he returned to the club, Li Xu received a call from Kim Minna.
"Miss Minna."
"Are you okay?"
"What?" Li Xu was confused.
"Why didn't you play today?"
Li Xu suddenly understood. "Oh, my hand is injured, so I can't play."
"Injured? Is it serious? "
Li Xu did not know if it was an illusion, but he could hear a trace of nervousness in Kim Minna's voice.
"It's nothing, it's just a minor injury. I'll be able to play in next week's match."
"Oh, that's good."
"Miss Minna, about that, thank you." Li Xu was very serious.
He still did not know how to interact with Kim Minna, and did not know how Kim Minna saw him.
However, Li Jiu was genuinely happy to have a friend who cared about him.
"Are you free tomorrow?"
Li Xu was a little hesitant. "What's the matter?"
"Ju should be getting her second shot tomorrow."
Kim Minna paused for a moment. "Yes … Last time, Doctor He said that Ju might be very troublesome. I'm afraid that I can't handle it alone."
Li Xu suddenly understood. It had been three weeks since Ju's last shot. It was time for her second shot.
"Then, can I come over in the afternoon?"
"Aren't you coming over for lunch?"
Kim Minna was stunned. Why did this guy change his personality?
"Yes … Nope."
• • • • •
The next afternoon, Li Xu rushed to Kim Minna's apartment and rang the doorbell.
The door opened, and Kim Minna, wearing a long white dress, stood behind the door. Her long hair draped over her shoulders like a quietly blooming water lotus.
"Miss Minna."
Kim Minna nodded. "Come in."
"Where's Miss Zhi Xian?" Li Xu pretended to look away.
"Sister Zhi Xian had something to do and went out for a while. How's your hand?"
"It's okay." Li Xu shook his left hand. Other than a slight redness and swelling, there was nothing wrong with it.
When Ju Zi heard the commotion, she instinctively leaned over and called out to Li Xu in a tender voice.
"Ju Zi, get ready to get your shot today."
Li Xu lifted the little orange cat up. The little orange cat's body hung down softly as if it had no bones. It looked at Li Xu with its watery eyes. "Meow …" It even wagged its tail.
The little guy had been in their new home for more than a month. It was no longer as weak and haggard as it was when they first met in the parking lot. Its fur was shiny, and it looked like a spirited little tiger.
"Then, should we bring Ju Zi to get her shot?" Li Xu asked Kim Minna for her opinion.
"Come in and sit for a while. I have an appointment with Doctor He at 3 pm."
Li Xu entered the house and sat on the sofa.
Kim Minna sat aside and turned on the TV. She stared at the screen seriously. She didn't even look at Li Xu.
Li Xu pretended to take out his phone and scrolled through it. He stole glances at Kim Minna from time to time.
Li Xu felt something soft on his feet. He looked down.
Ju Zi was stepping on Li Xu's feet. Its front paws were slowly climbing up along Li Xu's pants. The little guy had a hard time climbing up. Its short legs exerted strength, and it finally climbed onto Li Xu's legs. It laid down on Li Xu's thighs.
"Meow …" Ju Zi raised its head and stared at Li Xu. It stepped on Li Xu's legs lightly with its two paws.
Li Xu put down his phone and used his fingers to tease Ju Zi. "Don't cry when you get the injection later."
Ju Zi obviously didn't know that Li Xu was going to bring it for the injection. It turned over and revealed its white belly. Its back paws gently stepped on Li Xu's hand, but its two front paws were tightly hugging Li Xu's hand.
It wasn't clear whether it wanted to push away Li Xu's hand or hug Li Xu's hand.
Li Xu kept teasing Ju Zi. The little guy was very obedient. It didn't have the habit of stretching its paws. However, when it was playing with Ju Zi, it gently bit Li Xu's hand with its teeth.
Although it didn't hurt at all, Li Xu immediately became serious. "Don't bite people!"
As Li Xu's face darkened, Ju Zi was stunned. It shrunk its neck and looked at Li Xu pitifully. Its round eyes were bulging as if it was scared by Li Xu.
Kim Minna looked at Li Xu. "Why are you yelling at Ju Zi?"
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