Although they had been in love for so many years that they could talk about anything and there were no secrets between them, this was the first time Number Five had heard such a truth from her fiancé.
She only knew that her fiancé had discovered the girl's hidden talent and strength a long time ago, but she didn't expect him to discover it so early and through such shocking and powerful evidence.
"Wait."
As if he suddenly thought of something, Number Five frowned slightly and suggested another hypothesis of his.
"Could it be … that she used both hands?"
Indeed.
In the same Nightmare mode, there was a huge difference in difficulty between using one hand and using both hands. For example, if Tang Bingyao used one hand to challenge Nightmare mode, she might only be able to last for around six minutes, but if she used both hands, she would be able to last for more than seven to eight minutes.
However, Number One didn't give a direct answer to her speculation. Instead, she looked at Number Five with a calm smile.
Soon, Number Five came to a realization. She shook her head and denied it.
"That's not right …"
"With Steamed Bun's personality, if she really wanted to try it herself … she would have only used one hand."
Number Five watched the girl grow up like she was her own sister. Her understanding of Steamed Bun was enough for her to overturn her speculation.
But if that was the case … there really wasn't any room for speculation.
In other words, the time record was real.
"But … it's too shocking." Number Five couldn't help but suck in a breath.
9 minutes 40 seconds.
Compared to Han Shihao's current record of 10 minutes, there was still a gap of 20 seconds. But don't forget that the girl's time record was set a few years ago. At that time, even someone at the peak of his strength could only reach 9 minutes. Han Shihao, who was on par with Steamed Bun, could only reach around this time.
Then the truth hidden in the depths of time all those years ago … seemed even more horrifying.
The two geniuses of Season S1 were publicly acknowledged as the strongest in the world. They were undeniably twin enemies that attracted the attention of the entire world.
But very few people knew …
So … there was another girl with even more extraordinary strength and talent.
At the very least, in terms of individual reaction and hand speed, he was able to firmly suppress Maple and F from back then.
Number Five did not blame his fiancé for not telling him the truth earlier. Instead, he thought of something else. With a slightly complicated gaze, he looked at Number One.
"So, you knew her talent and strength from that time, but you didn't take any action?"
This did not match the personality of her lover that she was familiar with.
Not long ago, they had more than one argument and conflict because of the girl's attitude and intentions. At that time, Number Five could clearly remember how much his fiancé wanted to bring out the girl and put her on the stage to become the most dazzling and powerful new star in the LPL region in the future.
Number One laughed helplessly when he heard that.
"Of course not."
"At that time … the first thing I did was to find that girl."
"His talent and strength are there for all to see. He's even more dazzling than that brat. With my personality, how could I let him go so easily?"
Number Five nodded in agreement. "So?"
Number One sighed. "But that girl rejected me … Her attitude was quite polite, but also quite firm."
Number Five could not help but laugh.
"That's very much like that girl's style …"
Indeed.
Just like Bullet, Li Daozai, or M, legendary existences, to any professional esports player of the new generation, they were definitely idols that they yearned to worship. If any of them had even the slightest intention of accepting a disciple, it would definitely cause a frenzied scramble.
Not to mention if it was an invitation from Number One.
It was even more impossible for anyone not to be tempted.
But the girl at that time rejected him.
Polite and courteous.
Persistent and resolute.
A faint cry of surprise came from behind him. Number One did not turn around. At that moment, his gaze was fixed on the Milton Stadium not far away, bathed in the glow of the sunset. His thoughts drifted for a moment, as though the conversation between him and the girl was still lingering in his ears.
"Have you really decided?"
"Yes, I think … the way things are now is very good."
"It could have been even better. As long as you are willing to change your mind, even that brat, even that brat with the surname Han, their future will be overshadowed by your brilliance. The eyes of the world will be focused on you —"
"But … I don't like it."
Her reply was soft and gentle. Looking at her senior who was suddenly stunned, the girl at that time revealed a rather bright smile.
"Because Lin Feng alone is enough."
"His results … will be my pride."
As his thoughts returned to reality, Number One slowly retracted his gaze and let out a sigh of relief.
That brat …
If he couldn't produce some satisfactory results, even if he, as the master, didn't care, he would still teach that brat a harsh lesson just because of what that girl said all those years ago.
Because …
That brat really … What did he do?
…
A few steps behind Number One and Five, Tang Bingyao and Ceng Rui couldn't help but exclaim in surprise. Beside them, Li Shiyi also couldn't help but look at An Xin in awe.
"Steamed Bun … so strong!"
Only Lin Feng had a carefree look on his face as he commented, "That's all there is to it."
The Gopher had just finished a game on Nightmare difficulty. The result was displayed in the center of the screen.
6 minutes and 05 seconds.
Even though it wasn't as good as Tang Bingyao's best record of 7 minutes, it was still better than Li Shiyi's 5 minutes and Ceng Rui's 3 minutes. Compared to Tang Bingyao's 7 minutes and Ceng Rui's 4 minutes, the girl's 7 minutes and 09 seconds were second only to Tang Bingyao.
Don't forget that Tang Bingyao was already a Yonkō. Seven minutes was nothing to him.
But the girl's 6 minutes and 05 seconds …
That was only her first time.
She could already beat a bunch of professional players who relied on hand speed to make a living!
"Steamed Bun is so good!" Tang Bingyao's eyes were filled with stars as she looked at An Xin.
Ceng Rui also sucked in a breath of cold air. "This … is only her first time."
If she was already this good on her first try, wouldn't she be able to break even more records if she was given a chance to get used to the game's rhythm and difficulty?
Still, only a certain someone looked indifferent. Anyway, in his mind, his childhood sweetheart had always been able to do all kinds of things well, so it was not strange for him to achieve such a result in a hand speed test.
"It's okay. It's just a test."
"I can't make it any harder. I'm not like you guys. I don't rely on playing games to make a living."
An Xin stuck out her tongue at her friends and returned the hamster to Tang Bingyao. She then quickened her pace and walked to the front of the group. She turned around with her hands behind her back and said with a smile, "Thank you.
"Alright, stop playing."
"I'm in a hurry to get to the stadium."
The rest of them also followed him without hesitation.
But no one noticed that the girl's right hand, which seemed to be naturally placed behind her back, was trembling unnaturally.
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