Most of those who drown are able to swim.
The ones who leave the World Championship the most are those who feel they have secured a place in the group stage after the group stage.
Don't underestimate the second half.
For example, C9 of S11.
This year, C9 successfully made it to the quarterfinals.
So what were their results in the first half of the group stage?
0-3!
Lost all three and didn’t win a single one!
However, in this situation, C9 withstood the pressure and won three consecutive games in the second round, bringing the score back to 3-3.
Finally won the extra game with RGE and successfully advanced!
Who said if you lose in the first round, you won’t have a chance in the second round?
As long as you don't give up, opportunities will always come.
Where there are examples like them, there are naturally negative examples.
There was once a team that was 3-0 in the first half of the group stage, lost all three games in the second half, lost again in the extra game, and was directly kicked out.
Because it is too embarrassing, I won’t mention its name.
Therefore, Xu Yuan had no intention of relaxing at all. In just a few days, he still maintained a stable amount of training every day.
Number 10, night.
A slightly cool evening breeze blew through the training room, bringing a hint of homely air, making the deserted training room more humane.
Near the windowsill, Xu Yuan was sitting in front of the computer with a focused look.
He was practicing finishing off the enemy meticulously.
Last hitting is the basic skill of ADC.
Many people have stopped this training because they feel it is enough.
However, for Xu Yuan, it is no longer possible to improve his strength to a higher level in a short period of time.
He is already approaching the upper limit of the top AD level.
Instead of just focusing on Rank, it is better to consolidate your basic skills.
Xu Yuan's system does not have the ability to keep him at the panel level all the time.
The reason why Xu Yuan was able to maintain his condition was mainly because he never slacked off in his training.
Because the target was too far away at that time, Xu Yuan did not dare to relax for a moment.
Now, although he has reached his goal.
The championship trophy that countless players have been chasing seems to be not far away from him.
But Xu Yuan knew that if he relaxed at this time, even he could end up in the quarterfinals.
So he must seize every opportunity to improve himself.
Are you tired?
In fact, you don’t have to think about it at all.
I'm so tired.
Even if Xu Yuan had a system, it could only relieve his physical fatigue, and mental fatigue would still accumulate.
It is normal to get bored of playing games too much.
but……
In order to allow LPL audiences to support their own team at the Bird's Nest.
Xu Yuan had no reason to give up.
He was a ten-year veteran gamer in his previous life and started watching the game in S3.
S7, Bird's Nest.
Two Korean teams!
This was the thing that impressed him the most and also the thing he felt most regretful about.
Maybe it's a curse, but every time the global finals are held in CN, the outcome for LPL is not particularly good.
In the original S7, there was no LPL team in the finals, and RNG and WE both stopped in the semi-finals.
In the original S10, Shanghai was beaten into the Shanghai Library, and DWG defeated SN to win the championship. The world's No. 1 mid-jungle combination of Showmaker and Canyon in many people's minds also became famous for the first time.
Xu Yuan will never forget that feeling of unwillingness.
Now , the opportunity is here.
And, only once!
Xu Yuan would not allow himself to fail for any reason.
Yes, he has a system.
He also has great confidence in winning the championship in the future.
Become the champion AD and receive countless praises and cheers.
But the Bird's Nest only happens once.
This time, I failed. It was a real failure.
Even if he wins many times in the future, Xu Yuan still won't be able to let it go.
He has been working hard for this goal for a long time.
Obsession has also appeared.
So he didn't relax.
It would be great if you could improve your basic skills a little bit.
The more you can practice, the more proficiency you will gain.
If you can work a little harder, it’s a good idea!
After finishing the finishing blow training, Xu Yuan leaned back slightly and stretched gently.
The bright light from the computer screen was projected onto his somewhat tired face.
"call……"
He exhaled and rubbed his face to cheer himself up.
I glanced at the time in the lower right corner of the computer.
3:52
"Is it late at night again?"
He just sighed, put his hands back on the keyboard, and prepared to start the next hero's last-hit training.
"Are you still asleep?"
Just at this moment, a somewhat dull voice came from the door.
Xu Yuan turned around and saw Ming Kai, who was holding a cup of water and wearing pajamas.
The training room here was set up temporarily, and was only a few rooms away from where the players lived.
"Yeah, I couldn't sleep."
Xu Yuan spoke truthfully,
"Why?"
Mingkai sat down beside him casually, brushed his eye boogers, yawned, and flicked the boogers away lightly.
Xu Yuan: ...
He glanced at the eye booger that flew away to who knows where and decided to pretend he didn't see it.
“It’s stressful.”
Xu Yuan put down the mouse, stared at the screen in front of him, and spoke in a low voice.
"Brother Kai, do you know what it feels like to carry a heavy burden?"
“The feeling of carrying a heavy burden is like a thousand people are waiting for you.”
"And now, there are more than a thousand people who hope that we can reach the finals."
"They are waiting for us to give them confidence."
"Didn't you ask me a few days ago why I always taunt my opponents in the World Championship? Actually, I don't hate them at all, it's just because it makes me feel more relaxed."
"In this way, those who support us will feel more at ease, right?"
“That’s what I think.”
"Why is there so much pressure? That's because I don't just want to make it to the finals, I also want to beat my opponent in the finals!"
"We won our first championship."
Xu Yuan narrated calmly.
Didn’t he panic after SKT created a gap between mid and jungle in the early stage of the group match?
Actually, there is, but it lasts less than ten seconds.
He is not God.
He's not a protagonist either.
He is just a lucky guy who is favored by the system and has the qualifications to compete with the world's top players.
Who dares to say that we will definitely win the World Championship?
Now, with the help of the system and clairvoyance, Xu Yuan can start from the same starting line as his opponents.
If he didn't train seriously, he still wouldn't be where he is today.
So it is really normal for Xu Yuan to feel pressure.
After hearing his words, Mingkai's face showed some emotion.
He spoke slowly, "You took everything on yourself."
"Xu Yuan, winning the game is the goal of all of us at EDG. Don't put all the responsibility on yourself. We are a whole."
He smiled.
“I want to win, too.”
"Whether it's SKT, LZ, or SSG."
“They are both very strong opponents.”
"Xu Yuan, I'm actually quite happy."
Mingkai smiled and stood up.
He walked to the windowsill and turned his head to look at the gray sky outside the window.
"When I first started playing professionally, everyone made no more than 2,000 to 3,000 yuan a month. We had to go to various parts of the country to play in competitions, and sometimes the money we got after the competition was not enough to cover the travel expenses."
"You know Ruofeng, right? At that time, he gave me one-third or even half of his salary every month."
He said calmly,
“But everyone really enjoys the competition.”
"Now, the e-sports environment has improved a lot."
“But the number of players with a sense of responsibility has suddenly started to decrease.”
"I'm really glad you're willing to tell me this."
He was facing Xu Yuan.
Although he couldn't see clearly, Xu Yuan knew Mingkai was looking at him.
“We are EDG.”
"Let's all fight the pressure together."
"We're a team, aren't we?"
He spoke with a smile.
So Xu Yuan also laughed.
"yes."
He replied like this.
Xu Yuan did feel much better and turned around to continue training.
Mingkai sat quietly behind him, watching him perform the boring last-hitting training.
I don’t know how long it took, but the sky was already getting light.
The time on Xu Yuan's computer also showed 5:31.
Xu Yuan let go of the mouse and nodded with satisfaction.
In this way, the feel of last-hitting can be adjusted without any problems.
Just as he was about to get up and rest, Mingkai, who was sitting behind him, suddenly spoke.
“What are your plans for next year?”
Xu Yuan paused.
“Not yet.”
"Don't you want to stay in EDG?"
Mingkai asked.
"Not really, I'm still considering it."
Xu Yuan shook his head.
"Why?"
"Brother Kai, didn't you say you were still considering it? It's not like you have to leave."
Xu Yuan smiled.
Of course Mingkai knew it too.
But he really didn't want to see Xu Yuan leave EDG.
Such young and outstanding players can really support a club for the next three or even five years.
However, he did not force Xu Yuan to stay.
Because although Mingkai also wanted Xu Yuan to take over his job, he had more considerations.
Yes, Xu Yuan staying in EDG can indeed ensure EDG's performance in the next few years.
But the question is, is this fair to Xu Yuan?
If the future EDG is not a good team and they send a few new players to Xu Yuan to lead every year, it will almost ruin the future of a player with championship potential.
The possibility of Ed Zhu doing this is not particularly high. In most cases, he is still very rational.
But he is the boss after all.
The boss's goal is to make money.
So Mingkai will still choose to stand on Xu Yuan's side and help him consider the situation.
Because, he said he was his own fan.
"If you want to leave, you should contact the club you want to go to immediately after the World Championship. You can tell me if you have any questions, and I will try my best to help you solve them."
Mingkai put his hand on Xu Yuan's shoulder and patted him gently.
His voice was a little low, but still gentle.
“Don’t count on management, don’t count on the boss.”
"Remember to say goodbye to everyone before you leave. Don't leave without saying goodbye."
"We specifically studied the contract issue at the time. It won't restrict you much, so don't worry about it."
"Think more about your future. Don't sign a three- or five-year contract just because of a high salary at the moment. It's better to sign a two-year contract."
"I see you're pretty frugal with your money, that's good. Save more money so you'll have something to rely on even if you don't play professionally anymore."
"If you really leave, don't delete my phone number and WeChat. If anything happens, call me."
"If you need money, just tell me. Don't be shy. I have saved up a little bit of money."
"Don't touch gambling and drugs, yellow...you decide for yourself. From the looks of you, you don't look like a playboy. Don't be a ladybug. Live a stable life and find someone who likes you."
"Xu Yuan..."
"Whatever choice you make, live your life well."
“Take responsibility for your own life.”
“…”
Mingkai said a lot, and gave Xu Yuan one instruction after another like an old father.
But the only thing he didn't say was the words he wanted to say the most, which was to keep her.
He didn't want to interfere with Xu Yuan's choice.
Xu Yuan listened quietly. He knew what Ming Kai was looking at without turning around.
Just take care.
"I know, Kai."
There was a hint of laughter in his voice.
"Why are you acting like an old lady?"
"Stinky boy, isn't your brother worried about you?"
Mingkai said unhappily.
"Let's go, Brother Kai."
Xu Yuan stood up, hiding his complicated emotions with a smile on his face.
"Well, let's go."
Xu Yuan turned off the computer and walked out of the training room with Mingkai in silence.
When he came to his door, he opened it gently.
I don't want to disturb others' rest.
Mingkai yawned and opened the door as well.
"Brother Kai?"
Xu Yuan suddenly spoke.
"?"
Mingkai turned his head in confusion, still with his signature dead fish eyes.
But Xu Yuan thinks he is very handsome now.
"Why don't you stay with me for a while?"
He spoke in a low voice.
Mingkai gave a wicked smile and turned around.
Before closing the door, only a few final words were left.
"Because I want you to choose."
"Because I'm afraid you'll really stay because of what I said."
"You just stayed."
With a click, the door closed.
"Little guy, if you want to get out, then get out."
Xu Yuan watched him close the door.
Turn around.
In the warm light that alternated between light and dark, I walked into another door.
Click.
The door is closed.
On October 12, the second round of the group stage officially begins!
The first group to go into battle was the LZ group.
This group is also the only group without an LPL team, so it can basically be said that the LZ team is bullying the weak teams.
GAM?
FNC?
IMT?
These teams are undoubtedly losers in front of LZ, the number one seed.
It is too easy for Korean-style operations to beat these disorganized teams.
On October 13th, the second half of WE arrived.
They are still very confident about qualifying.
The only goal is to defeat SSG.
But this time, they lost even more miserably than the first time.
Because the strength of SSG began to increase suddenly!
While other teams had not yet reacted, Xu Yuan had already anticipated it.
SSG……
This team before and after fully understanding the version.
They are completely two teams.
In the final, SSG played against SSG in the group stage and was able to beat SSG in the group stage 100 to 0.
It's just that exaggerated.
The most powerful enemy that was expected finally began to rise.
WE lost to SSG unfortunately, but it was not difficult to qualify as the second seed, and they eventually qualified successfully and became the first LPL team to qualify.
October 14th was the most satisfying day for RNG.
Playing against TSM: Four protecting one, bullying the weak.
Fighting FW: RNG, RNG, how could you be so depraved? Wouldn't it be better to practice the 4-1 split more?
Playing against MSF: Four protecting one, bullying the weak.
First in the group, successfully advanced!
Of the three LPL teams, two have already advanced to the quarterfinals.
Even this is already stronger than last year.
On October 15th, the much-anticipated last LPL team EDG will be on stage!
Xu Yuan put on his team uniform, adjusted his cuffs carefully, and walked out the door.
There, Mingkai was waiting with a calm look.
Xu Yuan smiled.
"Set off!"