The slight change in Lin Feng's expression was barely noticed by anyone at the table in the private room. Only Number Five, who was sitting across the table, noticed it, but he didn't say anything. He just smiled and continued to chat with everyone about other topics.
In the second half of the dinner, the atmosphere was quite relaxed.
It was the first time Tang Bingyao and Ceng Rui had seen the two legendary seniors of the Chinese esports scene with their own eyes. They couldn't help but ask all kinds of questions out of curiosity. Number One and Number Five, on the other hand, didn't hide anything from them. They casually mentioned some past events in the esports scene or some interesting gossip.
For example, the rivalry between Number One and Li Daozai back in the day.
For example, in a certain WCG World Finals, Number One and the others had crushed all the top teams in Korea, Europe, and the United States with ease.
Or the battle between Number Five and Bullet, the top player of the previous generation in North America.
They even talked about Number Three and the new top player of the Four Emperors, J, who had just come out of retirement a few months ago and shocked the entire esports scene.
There was also the recent situation of Number Two and Number Four, who were once close teammates of Number One and Number Five.
Even though many years had passed and number one and number five were talking about many things, they didn't seem to care about them at all. However, Tang Bingyao, Ceng Rui and even Lin Feng could still hear the stories they had told about the past. They had been extremely emotional for so many years, but that didn't stop Tang Bingyao and Ceng Rui from remembering the stories.
They were fascinated.
Chu Fangnan couldn't help but slap the table and sigh.
"It's been two whole generations since the rise of esports.
"But if you really want to talk about creating an immortal legend in the entire world of professional esports, establishing an unparalleled king status, then apart from Number One, Xiao Wu, and your team of five back then, there is no one else."
Tang Bingyao and Ceng Rui nodded subconsciously, their faces filled with sincere admiration and worship.
Indeed.
They were the true undefeated legends in the esports scene.
According to the current standard of strength, the average strength of the five members in the team of the two seniors in front of him was almost above the Seven Kings. To put it more exaggeratedly, some of them might even be above the realm of the Four Emperors.
That kind of lineup …
Their extravagance and level of shock was something that none of the world's top teams in the LOL eSports scene could compare to.
Even the publicly acknowledged strongest team in the world, SSK, did not have this kind of strength.
"But it's actually not that far off."
Number One casually waved his hand.
"The Korean team, SSK, has been the champion of the S Series for three years now. Just based on their results alone, they're not much worse than we were back then. Besides that Han brat, the other members of that team aren't to be underestimated either." "You're right. You're right.
With Number One's temperament and evaluation standards, such an evaluation was already a rare compliment.
In the current professional circle, perhaps only SSK could live up to his praise.
"Of course —"
Number One paused for a moment, then looked at Lin Feng again.
"That kid's team back then, including him and a few other kids, when they were at their peak, they weren't much weaker than the current SSK. It could be said that they were evenly matched."
His evaluation wasn't exaggerated in the slightest.
Tang Bingyao and Ceng Rui nodded again. Even Chu Fangnan nodded in agreement.
It was like this.
Back in the S1 season, Lin Feng's team had fought all five matches against Han Shihao. It was only by luck that they had missed the world championship. But in terms of strength, Lin Feng's team had stood at the top of that season.
"What a pity."
Chu Fangnan sighed. He didn't continue, but the meaning behind his words was clear to everyone present.
Lin Feng lowered his head in silence.
Number One looked at Lin Feng and continued.
"If we can pull Eleven back this time, it'll be a good thing.
Also, don't think that Eleven is the only one you need to deal with right now. Fatty is still in King, but don't forget that there's still Ah Mo and Ah Qiu. "
Lin Feng nodded solemnly.
"Mhm. Don't worry, Senior. I know."
Indeed, after understanding the situation, many things could be inferred from one instance.
Back then, Eleven wasn't the only one left on the team. Ah Mo and Ah Qiu were his two teammates from back then. He had a responsibility to reconnect with them.
It didn't matter if they still trusted him like they did back then, or even if it was just to forgive him.
At the very least, he needed to make a statement.
Number Five smiled and said, "Of course.
Even if Ah Mo and Ah Qiu don't want to come back, Lin Feng, your team still has a lot of potential. "
She glanced at Tang Bingyao and Ceng Rui and smiled encouragingly.
"Look at Tang Tang and Ceng Rui. They're both very talented players.
It's Lin Feng's luck to be able to meet you guys. "
Hearing such praise, Ceng Rui and Tang Bingyao hurriedly bowed in thanks. To be able to obtain the praise of this senior Xiao Wu in front of them was absolutely an enormous fortune that many people couldn't ask for.
Lin Feng took a deep breath, his eyes shining brightly.
"In any case, no matter what …
"We have to hurry up and get moving in the new season!"
… …
As dinner came to an end, Number One, Lin Feng, Ceng Rui, and Chu Fangnan all drank quite a bit and were a little tipsy. Number One and Chu Fangnan were old friends who hadn't seen each other in a long time, so they naturally took the opportunity to catch up on old times.
Number Five was holding Tang Bingyao's hand as if they were whispering something. Lin Feng wanted to move closer but was stopped. He could still see that while the two girls were talking, Number Five was glancing at Lin Feng from time to time. He had a mischievous smile on his face. Then, he whispered something to Tang Bingyao which made her blush. She lowered her head and didn't dare say anything.
Not long after, Number Five got up and left the room to go to the bathroom.
After a while, Lin Feng, who had drunk too much sake, also felt the need to pee. He said goodbye to Number One, Chu Fang Nan, and the others, then got up and went outside to find a restroom.
Five minutes later.
Lin Feng pushed open the door of the men's restroom and walked out of the izakaya's corridor. The heater wasn't turned on. A gust of cold air hit his face. Lin Feng shook his dizzy head and felt a little more awake.
Just as he was about to return to his tatami room, he raised his head and saw Number Five standing not too far away in an elegant and tranquil manner. Number Five was also looking at him with a smile. He couldn't help but be surprised.
"Xiao Wu?"
"Why aren't you back yet?"
Number Five smiled.
"Yeah."
"When I came out, I saw you go in, so I was waiting for you."
Lin Feng was a little surprised.
"Waiting for me?"
Number Five smiled and nodded. His gaze fell on Lin Feng, and then he suddenly asked in a soft voice:
"How are you and Steamed Bun?"
His tone was still gentle.
But when Lin Feng heard it, his whole body trembled.
Then he lowered his head.
Silence.
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