Chapter 238 Qing Ye (1)

Time slipped by quietly amidst the busy live broadcasts and training. Ji Wanqing and Duan Ye maintained a tacit understanding and close relationship.

It wasn't until Duan Ye's SX team won the world championship that Duan Ye, after winning five consecutive championships as a professional player, once again won the world championship as a coach.

Standing at the top of the world, he did something that shocked the entire e-sports and live streaming industry.

In the post-victory interview, when the host asked about his future plans, Duan Ye, who is usually very taciturn and has few expressions, showed a rare, light but incredibly clear smile in front of the global live broadcast camera. His gaze was firm as he looked at the camera, as if he could penetrate the screen and lock onto a certain person.

"My next target," he paused, his voice carrying throughout the venue through the microphone, "is someone I want to seriously pursue, Qing Tian Tuan Tuan."

The audience erupted in uproar, the live stream chat exploded, and social media crashed.

Ji Wanqing was watching a live stream at home when the water glass she was holding fell to the carpet with a clatter. She was completely unaware of it, staring blankly at the man on the screen who had uttered such shocking words. Her heart felt like it was being clenched by something, and then it started pounding wildly. Her cheeks instantly burned.

How dare he!

The next second, her phone was flooded with messages and calls.

But she didn't answer anyone's calls. She just looked at Duan Ye on the screen, who was being teased by his teammates and whose ears were obviously red, but he still tried to remain calm. She couldn't help but laugh out loud. As she laughed, her eyes became a little wet.

This man, who's usually reserved, either doesn't act at all, or when he does, he goes all out and does something big.

That evening, Duan Ye finally called.

The other end of the phone was noisy, as if it were still a celebration party, but his voice was unusually clear, with a hint of barely perceptible tension and a slight buzz from drinking.

"Ji Wanqing." He called her by her full name, his tone solemn.

"Mmm," Ji Wanqing replied softly, holding her phone.

“I…” He seemed to consider his words carefully, but finally chose the most direct approach, “I’m telling the truth.”

“I know.” Ji Wanqing’s voice was tinged with laughter. “Duan Ye, you scared me, and you scared the whole world.”

"I'm sorry," he apologized softly, without any sign of regret. "I just felt that we couldn't wait any longer."

Having already won the world championship, he felt it was time to fight for the "prize" he wanted most.

"So how do you plan to pursue him?" Ji Wanqing teased him deliberately.

There was a few seconds of silence on the other end of the phone, then his extremely serious voice came through.

"I don't know how, but I'll learn. Can you... teach me?"

Ji Wanqing's heart completely melted.

This man, who is a force to be reckoned with on the field, is endearingly clumsy when it comes to matters of the heart.

“You don’t need to learn,” she said softly. “Just be yourself.”

This statement seemed to be a signal of approval.

Duan Ye let out a soft, long sigh of relief on the other end of the phone.

"I'm going back to China tomorrow," he said. "We'll talk when we meet."

"good."

From that day on, Duan Ye officially began his pursuit.

His approach to pursuing his goals still carries a strong personal style.

He wasn't good at sweet talk, but without fail, he would send her a message after her live stream ended: "You've worked hard, get some rest."

He remembered that she had casually mentioned wanting to try a certain private restaurant that was difficult to book, and the next time they met, he had already taken her to a private room at that restaurant.

He would still play games with her, and when she couldn't beat the opponent, he would use his absolute skill to avenge her, which drew screams of "I'm totally shipping them!" from the chat.

His gifts remained practical: the latest peripherals, an eye-protecting screen light, an ergonomic chair... all things she needed most during her live streams.

His affection was silent, yet omnipresent, reassuring and comforting.

Ji Wanqing enjoyed the feeling of being carefully cared for.

She felt very relaxed with Duan Ye. She didn't need to deliberately find topics to talk about, and even when the two of them were doing their own things, the atmosphere was incredibly harmonious.

They share common interests, understand each other's careers and pursuits, and have a very high degree of soul compatibility.

On an ordinary evening, Duan Ye took a day off and came to the capital to visit Ji Wanqing, going to her home as a guest.

After she finished her live stream, the two ordered takeout together and snuggled on the sofa to watch an old movie.

The movie plot was a bit dull, and as Ji Wanqing watched, she unknowingly fell asleep on Duan Ye's shoulder.

Duan Ye stiffened slightly, turning his head to look at Ji Wanqing, who was resting her head on his shoulder and breathing evenly.

Her long eyelashes cast soft shadows under her eyelids, and her sleeping face was serene and beautiful.

He watched for a long time, and finally carefully adjusted his posture to make her more comfortable, then reached out and gently, tentatively put his arm around her shoulder.

In her sleep, Ji Wanqing unconsciously snuggled closer to him, searching for a warmer spot.

Duan Ye's lips curled into a gentle smile that he couldn't help but let up.

He lowered his head and, very gently, placed a kiss on the top of her head.

At that moment, my heart was filled with an unprecedented sense of satisfaction and tranquility.

No world championship, no FMVP, can compare to the warmth in my arms right now.

When Ji Wanqing woke up, she found herself almost completely encircled in Duan Ye's arms. The movie had already ended, and the television screen was glowing faintly.

She looked up and met Duan Ye's deep eyes.

"I fell asleep?" she asked, a little embarrassed.

"Hmm." Duan Ye's voice was a little hoarse.

Why didn't you wake me up?

"You're sleeping so soundly." He paused, his arm tightening slightly, his gaze fixed intently on her. "Wanqing, are we... officially together now?"

His question was so direct that Ji Wanqing's cheeks flushed, but she didn't look away. Meeting his gaze, she smiled and nodded.

What do you think, boyfriend?

Duan Ye's eyes lit up instantly, like the brightest star in the night sky.

He stopped speaking, but tightened his arms, pulling her closer into his embrace, his chin gently resting on the top of her head.

"I will be good to you." He solemnly promised her in her ear, his voice not loud, but firm and resolute.

"Mmm." Ji Wanqing leaned against him comfortably, listening to his steady and strong heartbeat, and felt that the whole world had become incredibly peaceful and happy.

The days after she got together with Duan Ye were ordinary yet sweet.

He was still the same quiet professional player, but she could feel his deep and unwavering love in every little gesture.

He would remember the days of her menstrual cycle and prepare brown sugar ginger tea and heat packs in advance.

He would kick out any trolls who tried to stir up trouble during her live stream.

After winning a match, he would frankly say in front of all the media that "the person I most want to share the victory with is Qingtian".

He even secretly learned to cook, and although the results were disastrous, his sincerity deeply moved Ji Wanqing.

Their relationship has received unanimous blessings from fans and people in the industry.

The combination of a cool and aloof e-sports legend and a lively and energetic live-streaming queen is jokingly referred to as the "ultimate marriage," as they are a perfect match, like something out of a novel coming to life.