"What’s going on with those two? They have such great chemistry!"
"Get together, get together!"
Observing from the outside, Qin Hao revealed a knowing smile.
However, the two individuals engrossed in studying game mechanics were completely unaware of the reactions around them.
Lu Jinghan cleared his throat, breaking the awkwardness first.
He nodded slightly and began to explain some game strategies.
Xia Weiliang listened intently, occasionally asking questions, to which Lu Jinghan patiently responded.
Their exchanges gradually increased, and the atmosphere became more harmonious.
As the training match began, Lin Ze's team encountered Lu Jinghan's team once again.
Upon seeing Xia Weiliang, a flicker of disdain crossed Lin Ze's eyes. He deliberately targeted Xia Weiliang in the game, continuously harassing and attacking her, causing her to lose her composure and perform poorly.
After the match ended, Xia Weiliang felt extremely dejected.
She sat in her chair, covering her face with her hands, feeling both wronged and guilty.
Her teammates comforted her one after another, but she still couldn't calm down.
After learning about the match results, Sophie immediately contacted online influencers to control the narrative and posted videos and photos of Xia Weiliang practicing online to highlight her efforts and progress.
At the same time, she arranged for Xia Weiliang to participate in some esports-related charity events to build a positive image.
Public opinion online gradually shifted; most netizens began supporting Xia Weiliang, praising her while also sensationalizing her relationship with Ye Sheng and Lu Jinghan.
Sophie looked at the comments online with a satisfied smile on her face.
After the match concluded, Lu Jinghan walked straight toward Lin Ze. He stood before Lin Ze with a cold gaze: "Stop targeting Xia Weiliang."
Lin Ze looked up at Lu Jinghan and sneered: "What's wrong? Feeling sorry for your little girlfriend?"
Lu Jinghan's expression hardened, his tone becoming even colder: "I'm just warning you; don't do anything so childish again."
After saying that, he turned and left Lin Ze standing there with a dark expression. Lu Jinghan clenched his fists tightly.
Lin Ze watched Lu Jinghan's retreating figure, a mocking smirk curling at the corner of his mouth as he muttered under his breath: "Childish? We'll see about that."
He kicked the chair beside him with force, producing a loud bang. The surrounding teammates and staff turned to him with surprised expressions. Ignoring them, he turned and walked toward his lounge. The door to the lounge slammed shut with a dull thud.
Lu Jinghan returned to the lounge and saw Xia Weiliang still with her head down, her shoulders slightly trembling. He approached her and gently patted her shoulder. "It's okay," Lu Jinghan said in a low and gentle voice, "it's just a practice match."
Xia Weiliang lifted her head, her eyes red and sniffing. "But I... I let everyone down..." Her voice quivered slightly.
Lu Jinghan gently pulled Xia Weiliang into his embrace, once, then again, softly stroking her hair. "It's not your fault," his voice was deep and magnetic, carrying an almost imperceptible tenderness. "Lin Ze targeted you on purpose. You've worked hard and made great progress."
Gradually calming down in his arms, Xia Weiliang's tears soaked his shirt but also washed away the grievances and guilt in her heart. She clutched his clothing tightly, feeling the warmth radiating from him, igniting a new determination within her. She vowed to practice harder and no longer be a burden to the team! Xia Weiliang silently resolved.
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