Facing the enraged Zhou Wei, Zhang Wenming's face showed not the slightest hint of fear. Instead, he sneered and retaliated.
"I'm slandering you?"
"This matter is all laid out in the open. A few kids without work passes sneaking into a place like backstage, just a few meters away from the Legend team. Who knows what they're up to?"
"Oh, right. A few kids might not be able to do such a thing. Even if they're investigated, they won't be able to bear the responsibility. So who's to blame? Who knows if you, Supervisor Zhou, did it on purpose or not? "
Zhou Wei's face turned ashen. He gritted his teeth and spat out each word.
"Zhang Wenming."
"I didn't expect you to be so despicable!"
Yes.
Despicable.
After listening to the conversation between the two of them, most of the people present came back to their senses and realized what exactly Zhang Wenming's plan was.
Truly … an extremely malicious plan, and an extremely despicable method.
Indeed, with Hu Jun's statement, there was no way to pursue the responsibility of the party involved for bringing people into the arena without permission. But at this time, Zhang Wenming found another vicious and tricky angle —
This angle was one that even Hu Jun couldn't get involved in.
Because …
This was no longer just a matter of the Telecom Association or Chase E-Sports Corporation.
Instead, it was a matter of dragging the LCS team, Legend, down with them.
Standing beside Lin Feng, Ceng Rui's expression changed slightly.
"This move … is really ruthless."
…
Indeed, it was ruthless.
Zhang Wenming's words seemed light. He didn't even directly accuse anyone. It was as if he was simply piecing together a few fragments of the truth and a few random guesses of his without regard for the cause and effect.
But in truth, the danger hidden in these words was countless times more serious than the accusation that Zhou Wei was using public power for personal gain.
Lin Feng and the other two had come backstage to take a stroll. They had the intention of eavesdropping on Legend.
And Zhou Wei had become the instigator.
At this moment, Ceng Rui had yet to fully understand what the greasy-haired man with the gold-rimmed glasses meant. Ceng Rui, who was on the side, gave him a simple summary and explanation in a low voice.
"The crime is more or less the same. Brother Zhou instigated us to spy on Legend."
"So that's what you mean …" Lin Feng suddenly understood. Immediately after, he rolled his eyes and said: "Who would believe that? You're too blind — "
Ceng Rui shook his head and said in a deep voice,
"It's not that simple."
"This kind of thing … it's hard to explain. It's a fact that we don't have a work pass. It's also a fact that we accidentally ended up backstage. It's also a fact that we happened to be so close to Legend's resting room."
"Of course, we can say that we are innocent, but how can we prove it? On the other hand, if people accuse us of being spies, we also can't produce strong evidence to refute it."
Lin Feng's face was filled with disbelief.
"But why are they criticizing us for nothing? Are they crazy? It's just a stroll. Is it so hard to understand? "
Ceng Rui shook his head again. "Don't forget, it's the eve of the S6 finals. All the teams are on edge. Take our LPL division for example. Didn't we keep it a secret from the outside world for fear that someone might find out about us? Of course, Legend is no exception. It might be easier to talk to them on normal days, but at this critical juncture … and in such a sensitive location, it's not surprising that they're on high alert. "
At this point, Ceng Rui paused and looked at Zhang Wenming not far away. His expression darkened.
"Furthermore —"
"Even if they don't think that way at first … what if one of our 'own people' takes the initiative to 'expose' us?"
This time, Lin Feng quickly understood. When he looked at Zhang Wenming again, his eyes couldn't help but widen in amazement.
"He's really that despicable …"
However, although he was amazed, there was not much anger or nervousness in his tone at this moment.
…
Hu Jun was the only outsider present. He didn't fully understand the hidden meaning behind the conversation between Zhou Wei and Zhang Wenming, but as a businessman, his keen sense of smell and emotional intelligence didn't stop him from guessing most of what was going on. When he looked at Zhang Wenming, he no longer concealed the disgust on his face.
"An employee, and a manager at that. How can you go this far just for a little personal gain? You don't even care about sacrificing the interests of your organization and company. How did you become the vice manager of a division?"
In the face of Hu Jun's criticism, Zhang Wenming didn't seem to care at all. The corner of his mouth curved even more coldly.
"It's not up to an outsider to point fingers."
"Boss Hu, there's nothing for you to do here. Just shut up."
This was equivalent to returning Hu Jun's previous lesson to him. At this point, he really didn't care about anything else.
Zhou Wei gritted his teeth.
"What do you want?"
He knew more about this matter than anyone else present, including Lin Feng and Ceng Rui. He understood the implications of this matter even more clearly. As long as Zhang Wenming was determined to fight to the death, all he had to do was to shout at this place and attract the attention of the Legend team. Then, he could slander and frame them, and there would be no way he could clear his name.
More importantly, he knew that even if Legend knew in their hearts that it might not be true, they might still take advantage of the situation to blow the matter up.
That was because it was profitable for them.
If this matter reached the headquarters of the World Television Association and the official organization of the competition, there was no doubt that the China Television Association would have to bear the responsibility. Then, they would have to accept punishment and give up a portion of their benefits in various aspects and fields. To put it more exaggeratedly, it might even affect the competition environment of the three teams in the LPL division in the finals.
That was why he said that Zhang Wenming was crazy.
For himself alone …
He was actually trying to drag countless people down with him.
But right now, there was really nothing he could do. When Zhang Wenming was acting shamelessly, there was no use trying to reason with him. All he could do was try to calm him down.
"What do I want?"
Zhang Wenming laughed. His gaze fell on Zhou Wei's face, his eyes flashing with intense hatred. There was a hint of danger in the depths of his pupils. "It's very simple …
"Zhou Wei, apologize to me and admit your mistakes.
"Report yourself to the headquarters and give up on the competition for the position of branch manager."
He paused for a moment, then revealed an extremely exaggerated smile. "Of course, I won't go too far. You should continue to be the deputy manager. After all, when I'm promoted to manager … I'll need someone to help me run errands, right? Hahahahaha —"
As he spoke, Zhang Wenming laughed arrogantly.
As if victory was in his grasp.
This was a blatant threat. If you want to admit defeat, then do as I say. If you don't … then I will shout at you on the spot. No one will be able to stop me, and no one will be able to do anything about it.
At this moment.
It seemed that the commotion outside the backstage area had gone on for too long, finally attracting the attention of the people inside.
The door to the resting area was pushed open. A group of players, team leaders, and coaches wearing the uniforms of Legend walked out one after another. Their leader was a tall and thin European man with blond hair and blue eyes. His skin was unhealthily pale, but his eyes were incomparably sharp and full of spirit.
The tall and thin European man looked over.
Lin Feng, who happened to hear the commotion, subconsciously turned his head.
Their eyes met in midair.
"M …" The tall and thin European man suddenly froze, as if he was about to blurt out something, but he suddenly stopped and changed his words. "Why are you here?"
"Oh." Lin Feng waved at him. "Long time no see. I'm here to see you."
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