"What do you want to trade with me?" Ye Yi asked the person in front of him, now in a state of absolute rationality.
Kin first looked around in surprise, then became captivated by the magnificent scenery.
Kin snapped out of his daze after hearing Ye Yi's question. He looked at Ye Yi somewhat awkwardly, opened his mouth but didn't know what to say.
Seeing Kin's confusion, Ye Yi explained.
“I am a businessman, and I was drawn here by the strong desire in your heart. I can trade anything with you, including youth.” Ye Yi’s words were full of temptation.
Upon hearing Ye Yi's words, Kin's breathing became heavy, but he quickly recovered.
What do I need to give in return?
“Actually, I don’t think much of anything about you, but your dedication to your dreams moves me.” Ye Yi paused for a moment, then looked at Kin and continued.
"I can give you a day of peak performance, and all you have to give up is your gaming talent."
Hearing Ye Yi's words, Kin was even more shocked, but he still took a deep breath and said.
What will happen if I use my gaming talent?
"It won't have any impact on you now, it just means you won't be able to progress further in the game in the future," Ye Yi said coldly.
Instantly, Kin opened his mouth to refuse, because he couldn't accept that he couldn't become stronger.
But the moment he opened his mouth, he couldn't utter a sound of refusal, because he was already very, very old in the world of esports.
"Actually, leaving when you've achieved the highest glory is also a good choice," Ye Yi said again, his words full of enticement.
This time Kin fell silent, his fingernails digging deep into his palms.
Finally, he let out a breath and said.
"Sir, I choose to exchange."
After he finished speaking, he seemed to have lost all his strength and slumped down.
"A wise choice," Ye Yi couldn't help but laugh, though his smile appeared quite stiff under such absolutely rational circumstances.
Instantly, an iron chain shot out from Ye Yi's heart, directly connecting to Kin's heart, and at the same time, a piece of paper radiating light appeared between the two of them.
...
"Huff~~" Kin woke up with a start, breathing heavily.
He looked around and found that his teammates and staff were all busy with their own things, and no one noticed him.
Then Kin shakily raised his arm, and at that moment he felt as if he had returned to the era when he was known as King.
A flicker of excitement flashed in his eyes at that moment, followed by a sigh, but no one could hear it.
"All players, please get ready for the pre-match interviews," a staff member said.
Okay~
"They're here."
Kin stood up from his seat with a determined look in his eyes. Many staff members looked at Kin in surprise, as if they were seeing the King of the past.
"Kin, as a former champion, do you still have the ability to compete in the current World Championship?"
"Kin, you're no longer young. Have you considered retiring?"
"Kin, is this your last act of defiance?"
"Kin, are you still able to fight now?"
One media outlet after another rushed to shove their microphones into Kin's mouth, as if trying to squeeze every last drop of usefulness out of this gaming legend.
As a former king, he now carries a great deal of controversy.
From his debut at his peak to his current substitute career, from his early comebacks with a sliver of health to his current trembling hands from being beaten, his career has been rife with controversy.
However, it is undeniable that this king was once the most powerful figure on the throne, a figure that all gamers looked up to.
Faced with various doubts and ridicule, Kin spoke coldly and expressionlessly.
"I will retire this year. But this year I will also see all the so-called challengers go."
After saying that, he left without looking back, leaving the entire venue stunned for a moment, and then the whole place was filled with discussion.
Kin, standing in the player tunnel, walked confidently towards the club's lounge.
Because the current Kin is King at his peak, the former king of the gaming world.
"Is my youth back? Kin is still the King of yesteryear."
"A ten-year veteran fan showed up uninvited."
"A ten-year veteran fan is moved to tears."
"This guy's still King? He's getting old, just trying to create one last hype."
"Anyone can talk trash, but who knows if they'll even get to play later?"
Countless comments flashed across the live stream screen.
There are still many points of contention surrounding this former king.
"Doggy, Doggy, get up!" Chen Yifeng nudged Ye Yi and called out.
"Huh? What's wrong?" Ye Yi asked, puzzled.
Just now, Ye Yi sensed Kin's gaming talent in the Star Sea. He had to admit that after integrating this gaming talent, Ye Yi felt that reaching the King rank was no longer a simple matter.
Moreover, Ye Yi's finger dexterity and mental reflexes have made a qualitative leap, and there is still a lot of potential waiting for Ye Yi to explore.
"The match is about to start. It's a pity you didn't see Kin's speech just now. He was really awesome," Chen Yifeng said excitedly.
Since Chen Yifeng and Ye Yi were both fans of Kin, Kin's powerful statement has inspired everyone.
At that moment, the narration began.
"Let's welcome SRG, the veteran powerhouse club of China. As a former three-time champion dynasty, after three years of decline, they have finally recovered and become a powerful challenger. Will the former king return? Let's wait and see," the commentator said enthusiastically.
As the commentator finished speaking, countless shouts erupted in the arena. Although SRG's decline in recent years has saddened many fans, they are still a veteran giant.
SRG is the club that Kin belongs to.
"Next, let me welcome the dynasty team from the Free Nation, WKT. As the three-time champion club after SRG, they have transformed from dragon slayers into dragons. Now they will face the challenge of SRG. Will they become the only four-time champion club in their class? Let's wait and see," the commentator said enthusiastically again.
The shouts were noticeably less enthusiastic and frenzied than before, after all, this place is called the Dragon Kingdom.
The members of both teams then took their respective positions.
However, as soon as the list of the starting lineup was released, countless people started stirring up trouble in the live stream.
"Is this King? A king of empty talk who never takes the stage?"
"What? This is how they send off the so-called challenger?"
"Reverse operation, you've really outdone me."
"They really go all out before the game, but then become timid and hesitant during the game."
Yes, Kin did not become a starting player for SRG.
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