The competition hadn’t started, so everyone had their focus on Stanley Batton and Xyla Quest, who had long appeared on the large screen.They looked great from every angle.Despite the unflattering lighting at the venue, they still looked attractive on the large screen.They were the center of attention in the crowd.Meanwhile, Josh Batton had informed the crew in advance that he wanted to remain discreet, so the broadcasting director didn’t direct any cameras at him.Josh and Annabeth Cates kept a low profile with disguises.Nobody noticed that Josh was there with all eyes on his brother and Xyla, and their every move magnified on the large screen.However, they remained calm, neither caring about being in front of cameras.It didn’t matter how many cameras were pointed at them as they would always appear serene and collected.After the two of them chatted for a while, they began playing with their own phones.Xyla scrolled through the League of Legends feed on ESPN while St
The competition’s popularity exceeded the world finals with over 300 million viewers online due to Xyla Quest's and Stanley Batton's presence.Numerous comments flooded their livestream channel.Right then, the official host, Bunny, stepped onto the stage, inviting players from both teams up there after a long opening speech.Once both teams had waved to the fans, they went to sit in their respective seats while the broadcasting director shifted the camera from Stanley and Xyla back to the players.Meanwhile, the couple also focused on Team XS’s players, silently waiting for the competition to begin.The match officially kicked off once the banning phase was over, with both teams confronting each other in the jungle area.Team XS’s Jungler and Support made mistakes and ended up causing the entire team to die while their opponents all survived.The intense opening gave a significant boost in morale to the opponents that left Team XS’s fans feeling deeply worried.People were goi
Team XS had the most number of fans. Hence, the initial spirited ambiance at the venue had turned sour after witnessing Team XS’s performance in the competition.Everyone was either complaining or expressing hopelessness.Everyone, including the commentators, Team IM’s players, fans below the stage and on the livestream channel, all felt that Team XS was doomed.Despite the situation, Xyla Quest remained calm and was optimistic that her team would reorganize themselves and create a miracle.Even without one, she genuinely believed that Team XS would perform better in the next round.She wasn’t worried about the outcome of the competition.Stanley Batton felt the same way.While everyone else panicked, the couple attracted even more attention for their composure.Meanwhile, on the livestream channel—“Xyla and Stanley seem so calm. Don’t they feel like cursing?”“They’re just pretending to be cool. I bet Xyla is cursing at her team members on the inside.”“Isn’t Alex the best
Team XS had made an astounding comeback!Meanwhile, the two commentators were speechless at this sudden turn of events.The fans in the venue were all excitedly jumping and hugging the person next to them.After complete silence from the podium for half a minute, Commentator A began speaking first. “Can anybody tell me what just happened? Where am I? Who am I?”“This is embarrassing! Team XS, you sure are something,” Commentator B said next.“I would like to apologize for what I said earlier. Just because I can’t play well, it doesn’t mean Team XS can’t play well. I honestly can’t understand what just happened,” Commentator A stated.“I’d like to apologize, too. I’m sorry, I was too foolish to understand. I can’t understand how Team XS is this strong!” Commentator B exclaimed.On the livestream channel—“I can’t understand this, either. I suspect Team XS is intentionally messing with my head. They make me feel disappointed first so that I’d feel this exhilarated later!”“We re
Xyla Quest looked down at her phone as she opened the League of Legends forum on ESPN.Just as she expected, people were spamming in the forum.There were all sorts of praises for Alex and Team XS—“Alex was born for great things! I love how well he played.”“From how things look, Team IM doesn’t even deserve to play against Team XS. They didn’t even stand a chance.”“Team XS really is the best team in the LPL Region. They are the real deal.”“Do you know why I like Team XS now? It doesn’t matter if they win or lose. They’re simply exciting to watch!”“As long as their base isn’t destroyed, Team XS will have a chance to make a comeback! This is Team XS!”Xyla couldn’t help but smile when she saw these comments.Stanley Batton happened to catch sight of her dazzling smile from the side.No matter how much time had passed, he’d still catch his breath every time he saw her face. He couldn’t help but grin back at her, his hand lifting to ruffle her hair gently.Right then, the b
“I don’t get it,” Stanley Batton said, feeling puzzled.None of them could understand.While everyone watched, Alex selected Lulu as his champion as the Top Solo.Everyone at the venue was dumbfounded at his choice as Lulu was usually only selected as Support.It was the first time seeing Lulu selected as the champion for Top Solo.Meanwhile, the commentators were also shocked—“I can’t believe this! Top Solo Lulu? Alex is something else,” Commentator A said.“Yeah. Frankly, with champion selections, it’s fine for Alex to select Lulu even though it’s my first time seeing him play her. Does he know how to play Lulu?” Commentator B said.“Don’t doubt Alex. Is there a champion in this world that Alex doesn’t know how to play?” Commentator A asked.While everyone questioned Alex’s selection, the match between the two teams began.Both teams engaged each other in the jungle area again, but this time, Alex and his teammates managed to kill all five of their opponents with precise m
Stanley Batton vaguely sensed that Alex treated Xyla Quest differently.Once or twice might’ve been a coincidence, but not after multiple times.His instincts were telling him that there was something fishy about Alex.He took a long hard look at Alex before regaining his composure and wrapped his arm around Xyla, who was oblivious to his thoughts.Alex led his team members over to Team IM to shake their hands before heading back to the stage, feeling pretty happy.Alex's eyes were glowing evidently despite his attempt to hide his expression of joy while the rest gathered behind him with their arms raised over their heads to wave at their supporters below the stage.Each of them seemed to be on some adrenaline rush, feeling like they had the world right under their feet.They felt like kings in the world of League of Legends.They demonstrated the enthusiasm, exuberance, and excitement of the youths.Seeing the young ones like this made Xyla feel very pleased.She'd always ha
“I guess they were pleasantly surprised," Alex said thoughtfully. "Anyway, everyone’s happy about it.”“Yes, they are. Is there anything you’d like to say to Xyla and your fans?” the female host questioned further.He instantly turned his somber-looking face at Xyla Quest. “I won’t let you down, Boss. I’ll bring all the trophies to you.”On the livestream channel—“Stanley: Just pretend I’m dead.”“I honestly feel that Alex has a crush on Xyla. I don’t think I’m mistaken.”“The look in his eyes is so mesmerizing. They’d be a lovely couple!”“Calm down, everyone. Xyla is older than Alex. How could that work out? He isn’t the type to like older women.”“Alex wouldn’t dare set his eyes on Stanley’s wife. Are you all mad?”Xyla flashed a smile upon hearing his words, raising both thumbs at him when he turned to look at her once more.Their entire exchange was captured and displayed on the large screen by the broadcasting director.Stanley Batton observed everything next to her,