"Are you alright?" Lu Lin looked at Xiao K, the jungler in the team, with a serious expression.
"It's nothing, God." Little K gritted his teeth but forced a smile: "It's an old problem."
"No, you need to go to the hospital." Lu Lin frowned as he looked at his wrist, which was clearly red and swollen.
"No need, there's only one more game left. I'm just one game away from the world championship. I can't stop." Little K's eyes reddened, whether from the pain or from the glory that was about to arrive, it was hard to tell.
"Let's go downstairs and let the therapist take a look," said Adou, the assistant.
Lu Lin's expression wasn't pleasant. Before leaving the stage, he habitually glanced at where Zhen Tian was sitting.
The moment he scanned the area, he was stunned. Among countless unfamiliar faces, he actually saw his parents, who had never supported his competition, as well as his older brothers and uncles who were very busy with work and studies.
His jaw muscles bulged, as if he were trying to hide some emotion.
Seeing Lu Lin looking over, Zhen Tian shouted, "Go for it, little brother! You can do it!"
When Zhen Tian called out, everyone looked at the boy on the stage.
The once thin and disobedient child has somehow transformed into a man who can ward off darkness and bring light.
"Go, son!" Lu Lin's parents were finally able to stand up in the crowd and cheer loudly for Lu Lin.
"Lu Lin, you're number one in the world!" Lu Yinuo, Zhen Hong, and Lu Yiran shouted at the top of their lungs.
Even Lu Kai, who is usually not one to express his emotions, gave him a thumbs-up.
Zhen Yan and Zhen Yan were waving their support signs around like crazy.
Lu Xian shouted from below, "Lu Lin, you're awesome, you'll definitely win!"
"Go, Brother Lu!" Ye Qingyan and Yang Feiguang shouted while standing on their seats, holding up a banner.
Lu Lin turned his head away in an instant, bit his lower lip, and left without looking back.
"Both sides are now at match point. Whether today will be a celebration for domestic esports fans or another missed opportunity for the world championship depends on this game. As a commentator, I should be fair and impartial, but on this occasion, I also want to say that we have been waiting for this world championship for a long time. MG, it's up to you."
As the commentators spoke, both teams stood on the final stage once again, and all the e-sports fans present could see that Xiao K, who came up again, had a thick layer of plaster on his hand.
"Let's take a look at MG's jungler, Xiao K. He has medicine on his hand. No wonder he looked so serious when Tian Shen left the game last time."
"Yes, MG's substitute jungler isn't very mature. Despite the high pressure, Xiao K still decided to play himself, which will have some impact on MG's chances of winning the world championship. Let's pray that Xiao K can perform to his usual standard. I also want to set the tone before the final game. Win or lose, MG is awesome tonight."
"MG is awesome!"
The whole stadium cheered.
The moment Lu Lin put on the headphones, his expression changed.
With the jungler injured, all the pressure fell on him.
Whether they live or die, the outcome will be decided in one game.
Clearly, not only the commentators and esports fans knew about Xiao K's hand injury, but the opposing PC team did too. Therefore, in their hero selection, they ultimately assembled a late-game focused team.
"They want to drag out their late-game development." The support frowned.
"Ignore them, follow the agreed-upon tactics to reduce K's chances of direct confrontation..." Lu Lin commanded.
It was a fleeting moment for the players present, but for these fans, the last game felt exceptionally long.
The match quickly reached the 30-minute mark.
Because of Xiao K's hand injury, MG couldn't gain an advantage no matter how hard Lu Lin tried.
At 44 minutes, PC secured the Baron Nashor.
At 56 minutes, the entire PC team arrived at MG's crystal. One person resisted MG's attack, while the four worked together to destroy the crystal.
58 points, the crystal was dismantled.
"Let's congratulate the PC team on winning the 20** LPL World Championship."
At that moment, amidst the cheers of countless people, a large number of others stood still, their eyes filled with tears, watching the three boys on the stage.
They were leaning back in their gaming chairs.
Their hands were still trembling after the game.
They once again missed out on the championship on the world stage.
Standing below, Zhen Tian could no longer hold back her tears as she watched Lu Lin's eyes lose their luster.
While waiting for the victorious PC to come over for a handshake, Lu Lin hesitated for a long time before finally looking up at the audience below the stage.
He still didn't win the championship.
The moment Lu Lin saw the faces of his loved ones, especially his younger sister who was being comforted in Ji Yuzhi's arms with tears streaming down her face, Lu Lin's eyes also reddened.
At this moment, everyone in the Zhen family, as well as Ji Yuzhi, Ye Qingyan, and Yang Feiguang, gave Lu Lin a thumbs up.
He couldn't hold back any longer, and hot tears streamed down his face.
"Lu Lin, you are my pride." Zhen Tian cried and shouted at him, "Brother, I will always love you. You are the best."
"The next world champion is yours!"
"I'm waiting for your championship!"
Zhen Tian shouted at him desperately.
Lu Lin nodded, wiped away his tears, and shook hands with the PC team members.
"You're very strong. I look forward to meeting you next year," the PC team's mid laner said to him.
"Thank you. I will beat you next year." Lu Lin's eyes were firm, and there was no longer any trace of vulnerability in them.
The competition that captivated the hearts of esports enthusiasts across the country came to a close today.
Looking at the children with red eyes backstage, Li Chengqian thought of the year he missed the world championship. He had also struggled and been anxious, just like them, but he never gave up.
"Alright, this isn't your last World Championship. After you've released your emotions, go back, eat something, and get a good night's sleep. You may fail this year, but MG will definitely be the champion next year."
"Brother!"
Zhen Tian rushed over from the backstage staff entrance.
She crashed straight into Lu Lin's arms, hugged him, and burst into tears.
"Did I disappoint you, little brother?" Lu Lin looked at his sister crying, and the resentment in his heart surged up again.
"No, not at all." Zhen Tian's eyes were swollen from crying. She looked up through her tears and told him firmly, her voice choked with sobs, "Brother, you shone brightly on stage. In my heart, you are the champion."
"Sweetie!" Lu Lin took a deep breath and swallowed back her tears.
"Son, you're amazing." Lu Lin's parents came over and hugged him.
In contrast to the warm and affectionate atmosphere here, Lu Kai and Lu Xian started chatting with Li Chengqian.
In the end, somehow, what was originally supposed to be Li Chengqian treating the team members to dinner turned into the Zhen family treating the MG team members, all the employees, and the boss to dinner.
A large group of people headed to the hotel and set up five tables in a private room.
Lu Kai, being incredibly wealthy, even paid for the entire dinner.
Lu Lin sat in his seat, enjoying the meticulous service from his younger sister—a first for him in his entire life.
But this only made him feel worse.
Ji Yu watched as Zhen Tian ladled soup for Lu Lin and served him food, while Lu Lin looked sullen and spoke up.
"Eat up, this kind of service won't be available next time you lose."
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