God Level Summoner Chapter 76-78

Chapter 76 – Striving for Favour

The morning's entertainment basketball event was very happy. In the third game, the host selected a few lucky viewers to go on stage to play with the great gods, causing the atmosphere to become bustling.

At 12, the Carnival was paused as they entered the lunch break

Cheng Wei immediately ran towards Li Cangyu. "Cat God, I will invite you to eat lunch!"

He turned and found Vice-Captain Bai was also present. Cheng Wei smiled and greeted him. "Vice-Captain Bai, long time no see!"

Bai Xuan smiled and said, "Yes, you have become taller!"

"Yes, Vice-Captain Bai also looks good." Cheng Wei was very happy.

Unexpectedly, he found a person with black eyes and blond hair following behind Bai Xuan. Cheng Wei looked at him curiously before thinking he was a random and ignoring him. Then Xiao Han went to Li Cangyu and asked, "Master, where are we going for lunch?"

Cheng Wei immediately stared in shock. "What did you call him?"

Xiao Han repeated, "Master."

Bai Xuan explained, "This is the apprentice that Cat God just accepted."

"…" Cheng Wei stared bitterly at Xiao Han, his cheeks puffing up.

Li Cangyu smiled, "You look just like a great god!"

"…" Cheng Wei clung to Cat God's arm. "I also want to worship, I also want to worship! Why did you accept him as an apprentice and not me?" He stared at Xiao Han while speaking.

Xiao Han was killed by Cheng Wei's gaze and looked at Li Cangyu in a daze.

Bai Xuan was entertained on the side. It was like a cat with his fur sticking up and a Persian cat fighting for a handsome black cat. Cat God's body seemed to have a magnetic field that attracted young people. The young people in the league were all his fans.

Li Cangyu helplessly rubbed his temples and looked at Cheng Wei. "You are the vice-captain of the Time team, shouldn't you be more mature?"

Cheng Wei lowered his head in a depressed manner and Li Cangyu rubbed his ears. "Be obedient. In my heart, you are like my little brother and your current identity isn't suitable for acknowledging me as a master. Do you understand?"

Brother? Didn't this seem more intimate than apprentice?

Cheng Wei's eyes brightened and he nodded with satisfaction. "Yes! Then he should call me Uncle." Cheng Wei looked back at Xiao Han and raised his chin. "Since you are a younger generation, I won't care about you."

Xiao Han, "…"

—The first round of competition, Cheng Wei won.

Xiao Han was still in a curious and dazed state because he wasn't clear about the relationship between his master and this person.

***

Cheng Wei wanted to have lunch together. As a result, Bai Xuan said, "The Carnival has just stopped so the restaurants nearby will definitely be crowded. It is better to go home and eat. I will cook a few dishes."

Li Cangyu agreed while Cheng Wei had no opinion and naturally followed them.

Once everyone arrived at home, Bai Xuan went to cook while Uncle Zhang helped him. Xiao Han and Xiao Gu ran to the living room to play a boxing game. Cheng Wei was at Li Cangyu's side and constantly asking him questions. "Who is Xiao Han? What about Xiao Gu? Are they all members of your team?"

Li Cangyu nodded. "Yes, I only have six members on my team at the moment."

"There are only five here. Is there one more?"

"Xie Shurong. He is with the ICE team today and it isn't convenient for him to come over. He will return home with me when his contract expires at the end of the year."

"A'Shu?" Cheng Wei was stunned. As one of the two strongest players who debuted in the third season, Cheng Wei was naturally familiar with Xie Shurong. He didn't expect A'Shu to join Cat God's team and was very happy for Li Cangyu. "If he is there, your team will definitely be excellent!"

Li Cangyu sighed, "My luck this time is really good."

Cheng Wei was silent for a moment before suddenly saying, "Cat God, in fact, I… I signed a contract with the Time team for only three years. This year happens to be the sixth season and my contract will expire at the end of the year."

Li Cangyu knew what he wanted to say but pretended not to know. He turned back and asked, "So what?"

Cheng Wei whispered, "If I move to your team, will you accept me?"

Li Cangyu replied decisively. "No."

Cheng raised his head in surprise. "Why? Is my level worse than Xie Shurong?"

Li Cangyu helplessly patted Cheng Wei's head. "Both of you have contracts expiring at the end of the year but your situation is different from A'shu. How old are you? Don't be so impulsive."

"I'm not being impulsive. I'm serious." Cheng Wei looked seriously at Li Cangyu. "Isn't your team still missing people? Moreover, my contract with Time is expiring. I am free to leave so I will talk to Manager Li."

"What about Tan Shitian?" Li Cangyu asked.

Cheng Wei scratched his head and said, "He signed a five year contract with Time."

"I mean, what will he do when you're gone?" Li Cangyu looked seriously at Cheng Wei. "Tan Shitian became the captain of Time shortly after he debuted. He was a newcomer who took over as captain and guaranteed that Time's performance didn't decline. You definitely didn't care about the team's matters. How you thought about how hard it was for Captain Tan to lead the team?"

"…" Cheng Wei was stunned and couldn't speak for a moment.

"Why did I choose to take my brothers to Wulin instead of joining another team alone? It is because I have responsibility as a captain. As a captain, I have to handle that responsibility. But you, as vice-captain, actually say that you want to leave. Completely ignoring your teammates, do you have any sense of responsibility in your heart?"

Li Cangyu's voice was so serious and powerful that he couldn't refute it.

"Cheng Wei, when Xu Luo left, he didn't give the captain's position to you because you are impulsive and never consider problems from the perspective of others. You are 19 years old, not a 16 year old emotional child. I can understand that you are grateful to me for guiding you but don't forget that the Time team is the place that raised you."

Li Cangyu looked at Cheng Wei and declared, "Without the Time team, you wouldn't be able to rise to the peak. Now you are going to abandon them when you are famous. What will the fans of the Time team think of you? What would your teammates say? What would Tan Shitian think of you?"

“…" Cheng Wei lowered his head and didn't speak, his eyes red.

He saw the little guy hanging his head with a pathetic look and couldn't help softening his heart. "I am saying this for your own good. Xiao Wei, it is time for you to grow up. The thing I want to see most is for you to become a good vice-captain, not following me to my team. Once your strength becomes equal to mine one day, it will prove that I wasn't wrong in bothering to teach you that year. Do you understand?"

"…I understand." Cheng Wei nodded.

Cat God was right. He was really too impulsive. He could leave the team after the contract expired but if he left Time now, they would be in great trouble without a successor to the white magician.

He had never considered the situation from Tan Shitian's perspective. He always felt that the smiling Tan Shitian wasn't serious and wasn't as good a captain as Cat God and Captain Xu…

Today he was taught a lesson by Cat God and instantly sobered up.

If it wasn't for Tan Shitian, maybe the Time team would've already fallen!

Why didn't he think about it? After the new captain took over the team, it was necessary to handle the relationship between players. He needed to ensure that the team members listened to his commands, ensure that the team's performance didn't decline, draw fans to the team and cope with the media…. Cheng Wei didn't do anything as the vice-captain so Tan Shitian must be very tired, right? If it wasn't for Tan Shitian's abilities, the Time team would've been squeezed out of the ranks of the giants.

Cheng Wei was sad and embarrassed when he thought of this. He even felt disgraced in front of Cat God.

"I…I was wrong…" Cheng Wei whispered, "I will go back and renew my contract. I want to be a good vice-captain."

Li Cangyu smiled and patted him on the shoulder. "Xiao Wei, your goal should be to surpass the big gods in the alliance. You are only 19 years old and can play for several years. Your future is boundless. You should put your vision a bit higher, understand?"

Cheng Wei nodded hard. "Yes!"

He knew that Cat God was really good to him because who didn't want him as a teammate? Moreover, Cat God's team was now lacking people. If he joined, he would definitely be a big help to Cat God.

However, Cat God decisively refused in consideration for Cheng Wei's future…

This was really seeing him as a younger brother!

Cheng Wei was moved by Li Cangyu and said seriously, "Thank you Cat God."

Li Cangyu smiled and rubbed his head. "I just want you to understand."

***

After eating lunch and returning to the hotel, Cheng Wei swiped his card at his room door. As soon as he entered, Tan Shitian nervously pulled him over. "Where have you been? I called your phone and didn't get through. I thought you were lost! Did you eat? I bought you takeaway. Would you like to heat it up and eat it?"

Cheng Wei couldn't help feeling bitter when he saw Tan Shitian's concerned eyes and hugged him tightly. "I'm sorry…"

Tan Shitian became slightly stiff as he was smothered by the little guy. He found that Cheng Wei's eyes were red and couldn't help asking, "What is this?"

Cheng Wei buried his head in Tan Shitian's chest and spoke in an embarrassed manner. "I was wrong…"

“What's wrong?" Tan Shitian was dumbfounded.

Cheng Wei whispered, "I saw Cat God today and went to lunch with him. I told him that… my contract with Time is soon expiring and I want to join his team."

Tan Shitian frowned.

Cheng Wei's head hung lower. "I ended up being scolded by Cat God. I have figured things out so once we return home, I will renew my contract with Time for another three years, just like you."

Tan Shitian was relieved when he heard this. Cat God really killed Cheng Wei's impulsive idea!

Cheng Wei went on to say, "I was being too willful and never thought of your feelings. I'm sorry. I am probably the most unqualified vice-captain in the league. Later…I will help you out. If you aren't busy, please teach me…"

Tan Shitian still didn't talk.

Cheng Wei looked up at him. "Are you angry?"

Tan Shitian couldn't help smiling at the sight of the wet eyes and gently pinched Cheng Wei's face. "Did you cry after being scolded by Cat God?"

"I didn't cry. I'm not crybaby Zhu Qingyue." Cheng Wei looked embarrassed. "I just… felt sad…"

Tan Shitian helplessly sighed in the bottom of his heart. He guessed that Li Cangyu's scolding of Cheng Wei wasn't light. The big cat was an elder to the kitten. The kitten did wrong so the big cat should scold him.

He wanted to leave Time? Tan Shitian would scold him all day!

Tan Shitian saw Cheng Wei's guilt, remorse and red eyes and couldn't help softening. He extended his arms, gently hugged Cheng Wei and said softly, "Okay, don't be sad. It is good that you are willing to stay in Time."

He never realized before that Tan Shitian's embrace was so forgiving and warm.

Cheng Wei remembered the past and felt ashamed. He buried his head and declared seriously, "Captain Tan, after this, I will help you manage the Time team together."

"Yes." Tan Shitian smiled and held this little fellow tightly.

In fact, Tan Shitian didn't need a strong vice-captain. His ability alone was enough to manage the affairs of the team. Cheng Wei was emotional, silly, had a simple heart and was impulsive…

However, it was this simple and straightforward teenager that attracted Tan Shitian's eyes.

Bullying him, making him angry, looking at his hair that stood up… but also wanting to take care of him, protect him and hug him.

It seemed that Cat God's lecture was lethal, making Cheng Wei completely wake up. It was surprising that Cheng Wei said he would actually help manage the team.

This was the first time Cheng Wei took the initiative to hug Tan Shitian. The person in his arms was soft and the furry head was buried in Tan Shitian's chest, making Cheng Wei seem like a cat.

Tan Shitian was extremely happy at the thought of him and Cheng Wei fighting together in the league in the future!

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Chapter 77 – Group Draw

The afternoon Carnival started at 3 o'clock.  During the two hour lunch break at noon, everyone went back to their room to rest.

His cousin was in the shower when Zhang Shaohui came back. He put the lunch he bought onto the table and shouted in the direction of the bathroom. "Brother, come eat after washing."

Lou Wushuang had hated crowded places since childhood and Zhang Shaohui was used to doing things for his brother.

Lou Wushuang soon came out of the shower. Zhang Shaohui looked up and said, "Brother, I brought your favourite chicken legs. Come and eat."

"Yes." Lou Wushuang nodded and sat down across from him.

The IQ of his younger brother wasn't high but it was very tiring for people with high intelligence and deep minds to get along. He could be more relaxed with simple people like Zhang Shaohui.

Lou Wushuang's mood became uncontrollable as he saw Zhang Shaohui's smile.

This younger brother was actually very good. He was enthusiastic and straightforward. He always protected his older brother since childhood. He would rush forward to hit whoever dared to bully his brother. Even if he was beaten up, he wouldn't let Lou Wushuang be hurt.

Lou Wushuang knew that it was because he was full of gratitude towards the Lou family. In fact, the blood relationship between the Lou family and Zhang Shaohui was very weak. His mother and Zhang Shaohui's father were distant cousins while his father and Zhang Shaohui's uncle were university classmates. This relationship was more like friendship than family. Zhang Shaohui's parents died in an accidental car accident when he was still in elementary school. The small child had no one to take care of him and the Lou parents had a moment of softness.

It was the Lou family who raised him when he was a helpless orphan so he really thought of Lou Wushuang as his brother.

If it wasn't like this, how could they become such good brothers?

Lou Wushuang's eyes were dark as he lowered his head and adjusted his glasses.

“Brother, here's a chicken leg for you." Zhang Shaohui put delicious things into his brother's bowl out of habit and said, "Brother, eat more. You have to participate in events in the afternoon."

Lou Wushuang suddenly looked up and asked, "A'Hui, what type of girl do you like?" Zhang Shaohui touched his nose due to this abrupt question and replied, "No girl would like such a rough person."

“What if someone is looking at you?" Lou Wushuang looked up with sharp eyes.

“That's unlikely.” Zhang Shaohui smiled and scratched his head. "I am stupid and not good at talking with girls. I don't have any romantic cells in my body and don't know how to deliver flowers or gifts. I don't understand cosmetics and bags."

He was quite self-aware that he wasn't romantic. In middle school, he only knew how to play and joined the Ghost Spirits team after graduating high school. He still wasn't enlightened about girls.

Lou Wushuang thought differently. Zhang Shaohui might not know how to please girls but his strong muscles were enough to cause women to drool. An honest person like him was actually very suitable for living as a husband but he didn't deal with girls every day in the team. This meant no girls discovered his good points.

Lou Wushuang's heart stung at the thought that in the future, a woman would be in Zhang Shaohui's arms and would be held by him.

This silly brother, Lou Wushuang wouldn't give him up to anyone!

Zhang Shaohui was confused when he found that his brother's face was red and white. "Brother, why are you suddenly asking me this?"

"It's nothing." Lou Wushuang gave him a piece of ribs with a cold expression. "Eat."

"Ah." Zhang Shaohui didn't find any abnormalities in his brother and concentrated on eating.

After dinner, Zhang Shaohui actively packed up and lay down on his bed. He played with his phone for a while and was just planning to take a nap when Lou Wushuang came over. Lou Wushuang looked at him calmly and asked, "Didn't you want me to touch your abs?"

Zhang Shaohui laughed. "Here Brother, you can touch. I played every day so my muscles are harder."

He unabashedly pulled up his t-shirt, revealing a beautiful eight pack to Lou Wushuang. In order to show off his good body, he specifically tightened his lower abdomen. The beautiful muscles were enough to give people a nosebleed…

Lou Wushuang's heart beat quickly but the expression on his face was calm. He sat on the edge of the bed and poked his brother's abdominal muscles.

The muscles were really hard…

Lou Wushuang suddenly got an image of being hugged by this person and an unnatural red spread on his cheeks.

Zhang Shaohui saw him blush and was puzzled. "Brother, do you feel uncomfortable?"

Lou Wushuang didn't speak as he continued to touch the hard abs. Then he commented, "A good body."

Zhang Shaohui smiled happily. “Yes!” His mind might be relatively simple but his limbs were developed! He was a lot handsomer than Cheng Wei who had a simple mind and limbs.

Cheng Wei gave a big sneeze from the next room.

Lou Wushuang's lips were raised as he thought, 'One day, you will be mine. So protect these muscles well. Your will be very powerful in this aspect and a blessed sex life is guaranteed.'

Lou Wushuang thought this and then got into Zhang Shaohui's bed.

Zhang Shaohui was startled and immediately moved over. "Brother, what are you doing?"

Lou Wushuang replied with no expression, "I'm cold."

Zhang Shaohui wondered if the air conditioner was too strong.

Lou Wushuang had been afraid of the cold since childhood. When they were young, their childhood home wasn't heated. The winter climate was humid but the bed was cold. The two little boys often shared a bed and hugged each other to sleep so they could be warm.

Zhang Shaohui reached out and held his brother in his arms. He whispered, "I will hold you to sleep."

Lou Wushuang removed his glasses and put his arm around his brother's waist.

Zhang Shaohui was completely unaware that his brother was smiling as he buried his face in the sturdy chest.

***

Zhang Shaohui used Lou Wushuang as a pillow and slept very well, but he also heartlessly snored. Lou Wushuang wasn't sleep so he nestled in the warm embrace, his long fingers moving up and down his brother's back.

When the alarm sounded, Zhang Shaohui opened dazed eyes and found the white beauty in his arms. He was stunned as he stared at the person before smiling. "Brother, you look better when you aren't wearing glasses."

Lou Wushuang usually wore glasses. The eyes behind the lens were cold and particularly sharp, giving him the nickname of Viper. At this time, he was slightly squinting because of myopia but this gave him a lazy sexiness.

Zhang Shaohui's heart beat faster at the sight and Lou Wushuang hurriedly put on his glasses, pretending to have a cold expression. "Get up."

"Yes!" Zhang Shaohui immediately got up.

The two people had just dressed when there was a knock on the door. Lou Wushuang opened it and found Tan Shitian and Cheng Wei standing on the outside. Tan Shitian smiled politely and asked, "Captain Lou, are you ready? Let's go down together."

"Yes." Lou Wushuang looked back. "A'Hui, hurry up."

"I'm coming!" Zhang Shaohui quickly put on his shoes and emerged. "Let's go!"

***

The four people headed downstairs together where they found the contestants' vehicle waiting. They got on and saw that Ling Xuefeng was already sitting down. Chairman Nan checked that everyone arrived and then the driver headed to the venue.

In the vehicle, Nan Jiangang said, "This afternoon's event is the fun race. Before the event starts, we have to do the draw for the 3v3 event. We have two teams so this draw is very important. At the very least, we can't draw the same group!"

Cheng Wei actively raised his hand and suggested, "Chairman, let Captain Tan go and pick. I made him wash his hands five times after getting up at noon today."

Su Guangmo looked across the aisle at Cheng Wei. "Does washing hands work?"

"Of course!" Cheng Wei said, "When I played the online game, I washed my hands every time I did an instance and always got excellent equipment!"

Tan Shitian was amused by this little guy and rubbed his head. "Don't talk nonsense and listen to the chairman's arrangement."

Nan Jiangang asked, "Then Captain Tan, do you want to do the draw for team 2?"

"No problem."

"Who will go for team 1?"

Ling Xuefeng volunteered. "I'll go."

Nan Jiangang nodded. "Okay, once the group draws are over, you are free to participate in the afternoon entertainment if you want. The 3v3 matches will start tonight. Don't be distressed and try your best."

***

The Carnival's highlight, the 3v3 event officially kicked off at 7 p.m.

Before the start of the afternoon races, each team sent a representative to the stage to draw lots and determine the groups. A total of 20 teams from 16 countries were enrolled and it was divided into four groups. Groups A and B were in the upper half while groups C and D were in the lower half. First, teams would be selected for the quarter-finals. Then the top four would be selected before deciding the first, second and third place.

This type of competition was similar to many world competitions of sporting events. However, the random draw method meant it was possible for two teams from one country to draw the same group. The two teams from France were unlucky enough to both draw Group A. However, the US and South Korea successfully avoided their own people. South Korea's teams were in Group A and C while the US team's were in Group B and C.

Once it was China's turn, many domestic spectators held their breaths nervously.

Don't draw the same group like the helpless French team!

Many people prayed silently with folded hands.

Ling Xuefeng of team 1 took to the stage and drew Group C.

Yu Bing said, "Group C is currently the strongest group. We can see that US team 1 and South Korean team 2 have been allocated to Group C. The grouping of world renowned players means it will be difficult to win Group C."

"Sister Bing is right. This group is very strong." Kou Hongyi followed up. "But the combination of Ling, Su and Chu isn't weak. There is still a large chance of getting into the top two of the group."

“That's true.” Yu Bing nodded in agreement. "I hope that team 2 doesn't draw Group C."

As she was speaking, Tan Shitian went to the host and put his hand into the box.

He unfolded the note he had drawn and many spectators jumped up excitedly. It was Group D!

Kou Hongyi found it hard to hide his excitement as his voice shook. "Tan Shitian really has a red hand! Group D has the weakest teams. It seems there will be no problem for our team 2 to enter the top 8."

The domestic live broadcast started a new round of comments. [Praise Captain Tan's hand!]

[The small red hand is too powerful!]

[Captain Tan, have strength! I will go and forward your posts on Weibo to give you some traffic!]

The people on the Internet praised Tan Shitian while Tan Shitian showed a happy smile to the camera.

***

Li Cangyu's phone suddenly lit up. He looked down and saw that Ling Xuefeng had actually sent him a text message with a simple sentence: [I drew Group C.]

Was this meant to ask for comfort?

Li Cangyu smiled and comforted him: [Never mind. You can still win Group C.]

Ling Xuefeng said: [Are you free at dinner time? Come to the hotel to see me."

[Why?]

[Help me form some tactics.]

[You thought of me?]

[Of course. Your thoughts are very different from mine and maybe you can give me better advice.] Ling Xuefeng quickly typed before sending another message: [Will you come? I'll pick you up at the hotel's entrance.]

[Okay, you personally invited me so I will come when the afternoon events are over.] Li Cangyu quickly replied.

Xiao Han sat next to Li Cangyu and found that his master was texting someone with a small smile on his face. His eyes were very gentle and he looked different from the usual handsome and decisive Cat God.

Xiao Han couldn't help thinking, 'Is Cat God's expression so gentle because he is texting his girlfriend?' Shouldn't his teacher have a young woman? Was she a professional player? Was she pretty? Was she the cold stewardess type or the cute loli type?

He was really curious about the Miracle League in China.

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Chapter 78 – Precious Gift

On the first day of the World Carnival, the morning event was a basketball game and the afternoon event was a 100 metres race.

The rules of the race were very simple. The game would have six parallel lanes in the game. Six people stand on a runway and sprinted to the finish. There were various obstacles such as ponds, steps, boulders and trees. They could also use a variety of interference skills to block the opponents. The first one to reach the end would win.

Surprisingly, Ling Xuefeng actually joined the race.

Some night owls who stayed up late to watch the game couldn't help commenting: [How come Captain Ling is taking part in such an event?] [I don't know. Captain Ling's serious expression seems inconsistent with this fun race!] [Maybe he thinks running is more fun than basketball?]

Regardless of their guesses, the race officially began.

The first batch of players actually had Ling Xuefeng assigned to the third lane. The IDs of the other five players weren't familiar but the flags in front of the IDs showed they were from several countries.

The referee fired the signal and the race officially began.

Ling Xuefeng calmly tapped the keyboard, operating his demon summoner to quickly run forward.

The elf contestant on the fourth lane took advantage of his agility to overtake Ling Xuefeng but Ling Xuefeng just ignored it. It didn't take long for the second lane to overtake him and Ling Xuefeng ran steadily behind.

The domestic audience watching the game were anxious. [Captain Ling, hurry and run!]

[Captain Ling, refuel!]

[Run run!]

The players moved through the pond, steps, boulders and tree barriers and saw there was only one-third of the way left.

Ling Xuefeng acted at this moment!

He summoned a skeleton infantry to freeze the left front player in place, followed by a banshee who used Charm to pull the front right player back. Then his big move Cover the Sky was used! A group of black crows flew in the sky, covering the visions of the players in front!

Ling Xuefeng took advantage of this to suddenly spring forward, quickly surpassing the three contestants in front of him!

The audience was stunned as the fourth place demon summoner crossed the finish line first.

All of this happened in just a few seconds. Ling Xuefeng grabbed the most appropriate opportunity and used three pets to reverse the situation at the last moment!

At the scene of the race, the black crows were still flying in the sky, making the contestants look bloody.

The host also marveled. "Everyone, the winner is LXF in the third lane. This player is Ling Xuefeng from China, the world's strongest demon summoner! We saw how quickly he summoned his pets and flexibly used them to successfully interfere with the opponents, allowing him to rush forward at the end!"

"Congratulations Ling Xuefeng on winning this round!"

The venue was filled with thunderous applause while the live broadcast room was filled with: [Captain Ling 66666!] [Captain Ling is so handsome I want to cry!] [Are you still lacking leg pendants?] [Demon King reversed the field 66666!]

Li Cangyu was watching in the audience and also raised his hands to clap.

Ling Xuefeng calmly waited for the opportunity and then seized it, dealing a killing blow to the opponents.

As soon as he acted, even a simple entertainment event would be crushed by him. He maintained his speed and followed behind to reduce his sense of existence. Then at the last moment, he surpassed the three people in front of him. This type of 'mantis stalks the cicada, unaware of the oriole behind it' strategy was really handsome.

There was one thing Li Cangyu didn't understand. Why did Ling Xuefeng suddenly enter the race event? It didn't seem to suit his serious personality.

Once Ling Xuefeng received the souvenir, Li Cangyu immediately received a text message. [I won you a model of an elf summoner. I'll give it to you afterwards.]

Li Cangyu, "…"

The reward for the afternoon races was a designated race and class model which had exquisite workmanship. It was said that the base was pure gold and it was very expensive. Each model was unique and it was only distributed at the World Carnival. The value of this model couldn't be measured with money. It was a symbol of honour.

Li Cangyu didn't know if he should laugh or cry. [Why are you giving me the model that you won?]

Ling Xuefeng replied: [This model is only issued at the Carnival. I don't know if they will have it next year so I will first help you win it.]

Li Cangyu, "…"

At this moment, an indescribable feeling filled Li Cangyu's heart.

Ling Xuefeng deliberately joined the entertainment race to win Li Cangyu a unique elf summoner model that was only distributed at the World Carnival. It was a more valuable gift than anything else.

***

The entertainment project officially ended at 5 o'clock. Li Cangyu let Bai Xuan go back first and headed to the hotel entrance alone.

This hotel was the official place that the organizing committee designated for players. People without a pass weren't allowed to enter. This strict inspection system was to avoid the harassment of fans and journalists to ensure the safety of the competitors.

There were many reporters at the entrance to the hotel. Ling Xuefeng saw Li Cangyu hiding behind a pillar and knew that Li Cangyu was worried about being recognized by reporters. Ling Xuefeng sent a text message asking for help to Tan Shitian and then opened the door to reporter Yao Rong.

Tan Shitian and Cheng Wei had been heading this way. He received the text message and took the initiative to greet the reporter. "Reporter Yao, hello!"

Yao Rong immediately raised the microphone happily to his mouth. "Captain Tan, your afternoon drawing was very good. Many domestic audience members are saying that you have a small red hand."

Tan Shitian put an arm around Cheng Wei's shoulders and said, "It is Vice-Captain Wei's credit. After waking me up at noon, he made me wash my hands five times."

Cheng Wei smiled to the camera and said, "Everyone, please pay attention to my Weibo. I will teach you how to wash your hands to pick up good equipment. I won't deceive you!"

Everyone, “…”

Ling Xuefeng saw that Reporter Yao's attention was attracted and then strode to the hotel door. He gently pulled Li Cangyu by his waist and moved through the crowd.

Li Cangyu followed him into the elevator and smiled with relief. "I thought I would have to sneak into the hotel to find you."

Ling Xuefeng looked into his eyes and asked with concern, "Have you eaten?"

"Not yet."

"I don't want to eat with the league players. It is better to eat by ourselves and talk."

"Yes." Li Cangyu had no problem with this.

Ling Xuefeng brought Li Cangyu to the Western restaurant on the fourth floor of the hotel. They found a quiet couples room to sit in, picked up the menu and ordered some food.

The private room was very quiet and the waiter left after serving them. There was no need to worry about outsiders and they chatted while eating.

"In the evening 3v3 event, which team will you play in the first match?" Li Cangyu asked.

"The first match is Australia. I'm not very familiar with the contestants over there but it is a combination of swordsman, berserker and healer."

"The swordsman and berserker are a stable front row. Combined with the support of the healer in the rear, their life force is very strong. You will suffer if you aren't quick." Li Cangyu carefully analyzed it.

"Against this team, isn't it best to kill the healer first?"

"This method is feasible. If you cooperate with Su Guangmo to kill the healer, things will turn out better." Li Cangyu smiled and looked up at Ling Xuefeng. "You didn't need to invite me over for such a simple tactical analysis, right?"

"I'm confident when dealing with others teams. I want to hear what you think about the US and South Korean team.” Ling Xuefeng looked seriously at the man in front of him and spoke softly.  "The US team 1 and South Korean team 2 are both in Group C. It won't be easy to reach the quarter-finals. I want to hear your suggestions and come up with a set of tactics with the highest success rate. Your opinion is very important to me."

Li Cangyu heard this and couldn't help feeling admiration.

Ling Xuefeng's character was cold and tough but he didn't act arbitrarily. He also wasn't conceited enough to think all his decisions were right. On the contrary, he could calm down and listen to other people's suggestions to make the best path for himself. This was the smartest way for a strong person.

In any case, this was a world competition, not a matter involving the Wind Colour team. There were too many masters and he was willing to calm down and listen to other people's suggestions. For example, the powerful Li Cangyu could give him lots of new ideas.

Li Cangyu's personality had always been straightforward and he had no intention of hiding his ideas. He said, "The three ace players of the US are in team 1. Thomas has the remote fast suppression,. Jack Josh had a large outbreak due to his blood kin pets while Edmund is the strongest assassin on the US side. A team consisting of an archer, summoner and assassin will be very aggressive. Our side has two strong outputs and an auxiliary. It is difficult to fight them from the front so it is better to lay a trap."

Ling Xuefeng was interested in the idea. "Do you mean to deliberately reveal a flaw to attract the enemy?"

"Yes." Li Cangyu explained it carefully. "This task can be completed by Su Guangmo. He can perform an act in the front row by pretending to accidentally make a mistake. The other side will turn their attention to him and rush to kill him. Su Guangmo's explosive ability is very strong and can unleash explosive skills before death. Once the opposite is beaten to residual blood, your outbreak will take care of the rest."

Ling Xuefeng's eyes were bright. "I understand. You mean to sacrifice Su Guangmo and save Chu Yan while I come out to collect their heads?"

Li Cangyu nodded. "You and Su Guangmo have similar levels to the opposite swordsman and summoner. Therefore, the auxiliary is the key. If Chu Yan dies and it becomes 2v3, our side will definitely lose. If you save Chu Yan to keep the advantage of controlling the field, there is a bigger chance of winning. The method to implement it, you can go back and discuss it with them. Of course, this is just one of my suggestions. If you have a better plan, tell me and we can discuss it."

Ling Xuefeng said, "I think your idea is quite good."

Unlike Ling Xuefeng who mainly used the suppression style, Li Cangyu's tactical thinking was mysterious and varied. He used to take a weak team to fight with strong teams that he definitely couldn't beat from the front. Therefore, he painstakingly studied various tactics, which would sometimes allow him to overturn the strong team.

In the domestic league, Ling Xuefeng wasn't afraid to fight any team with his suppression style. However, this was now the international arena and the players on the US team were gods on the same level. The key to winning or losing depended on tactics and luck.

Li Cangyu could really provide him with new ideas. Ling Xuefeng looked at the other side with appreciation and said, "I suddenly feel confident with you as my behind the scenes strategist."

“Give me the strategist's appearance fee." Li Cangyu held out a hand.

This scene was like a proud big cat extending his claws to ask for a toy.

Ling Xuefeng took out a delicate box and put it in his hand.

Li Cangyu opened the box and saw the elf summoner model that Ling Xuefeng had won in the entertainment event. This model was small and extremely delicate. Its quality was far beyond the usual goods in the stores. The most special thing was its base, which was made of pure gold and had the words 'First World Carnival Commemoration' on the back.

"Is the base really pure gold?" Li Cangyu touched it and really loved it.

"That is what the officials said."

“Can I take it off and sell it? This gold can be sold for a lot of money right?" Li Cangyu smiled and looked at Ling Xuefeng. The latter's expression was still calm as he stated, "This is already yours. You can deal with it however you like."

"…" He had no sense of humour at all! Li Cangyu joked with him but he was still serious.

Li Cangyu helplessly retracted the model and said seriously, "I will keep this model well. If there are such rewards at next year's Carnival, I will go and help you win a demon summoner so that you don't lose anything."

Ling Xuefeng couldn't help smiling when he heard this and he looked at the man full of confidence in front of him. "I will hold you to your words."

He helped give the elf summoner model and Li Cangyu would return it by winning the demon summoner model. This gift exchange created a surge of sweetness in Ling Xuefeng's heart.

Changing World Series presents, who in the world would think this except for them? Thinking carefully, it was actually a bit embarrassing.

Li Cangyu obviously did this because he was righteous. His idea was, 'You won me a present, I will win you one.'

But Ling Xuefeng was very content.

He wasn't in a hurry. He was already the most special person in Li Cangyu's heart. As long as he subtly boiled the warm water, this clever and sharp cat would soon become Ling Xuefeng's exclusive lover.

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