League: Educating LPL is my duty.

The match between EDG and VG on the second day of the first week was scheduled for prime time, starting at 7 PM.

After eating something, everyone boarded a bus and headed to the venue.

Meiko scrolled through her phone, then shrank back and said, "Brothers, we really can't afford to lose today, or the online backlash will kill us."

The factory manager glanced at the instigator who was listening to music with his eyes closed, and said with murderous intent, "Then let's kill VG as a sacrifice."

Before entering the venue, fans spotted the EDG team and immediately surrounded them.

"Factory Manager, look this way. Do you really think you can make it up the Ascending God Staircase?"

"You've been in the top eight every year, and you're still putting on airs. You'd better win the championship without losing a single game."

"C is going to charge in, we in the Rift don't cause trouble, but we're also afraid of trouble."

"You'd better get a starting position quickly. It's embarrassing for us fans to be a substitute."

Li Chen turned to look at a few slightly sleazy-looking young men who were actually holding up signs with "god_C" printed on them, clearly true fans.

Waving his hand, Li Chen said loudly, "Hold the signs higher during the match, otherwise if VG gets crushed, their fans won't know who to vent their anger on."

A few young men suddenly laughed and shouted, "Don't worry, C, this is just a sticker. It says VG on the back. We'll tear it off and cut it off at the slightest sign of trouble."

Li Chen rolled his eyes and walked straight into the venue.

One can only say that his fans are truly dedicated; this left-right jumping gesture is quite abstract.

Upon arriving at the lounge, everyone first underwent a quick makeup session before beginning their preparations.

Abu sat in his chair and encouraged the crowd: "Even though C is out... and Shen isn't playing today, VG is just a weak team, they can't possibly be your match. We have no reason to lose. What you need to do is win beautifully, understand?"

The group responded listlessly, but they were also a little uneasy. After all, the online atmosphere was quite turbulent. Although they were stronger in terms of raw strength, what if they lost?

The match began quickly, and both teams entered the arena.

Today's commentators for this match are Guan Zeyuan and Rita, who are now taking control of the game's tempo.

Guan Zeyuan: "Alright, let's move on to the second best-of-three match of the day, EDG vs. VG. I think everyone is paying close attention to this match, after all, a well-known streamer player from EDG was trending on social media yesterday."

Rita picked up the conversation, saying, "That's right, many people probably know about this. You can search for the details online. However, in the first game of this best-of-three series, EDG didn't choose to let their carry play the top lane position..."

"That's normal, after all, it's the first match, so let's play it safe for now. Okay, let's take a look at the hero choices of both players."

Both sides drafted heroes for each other. Nofe didn't do anything fancy and just chose a standard lineup, preparing to use the team's raw strength to crush VG.

The final lineup was determined: EDG's choices were Maokai (top), Lee Sin (jungle), Taliyah (mid), Tristana (ADC), and Lulu (support).

VG, on the other hand, selected Kled for top lane, Kha'Zix for jungle, Ryze for mid lane, Kog'Maw for AD carry, and Nami for support.

The two coaches bumped fists, and the game officially began.

Li Chen, along with the factory manager, Abu, and others, sat in the lounge, watching the match begin, feeling relatively relaxed.

After all, there is indeed a gap between EDG and VG, so the possibility of them losing is very, very small.

"Okay, don't be nervous, have some fruit." Li Chen handed over a few boxes of fruit slices.

In his memory, EDG had never lost to VG, so he wasn't too concerned.

Abu and the others didn't refuse and started eating right away.

However, as time went on, the group ate the fruit more and more slowly, and their brows furrowed more and more.

Another team fight broke out. Li Chen watched Ai Luoli stroll around the whole time and frowned: "What is Ai Luoli thinking? He could have just kicked her and won. What is he trying to do?"

Two minutes later, Abu angrily exclaimed, "Who taught this blind guy to miss with RQ...?"

The atmosphere in the break room suddenly became heavy, and everyone's eyes turned to the factory manager.

The factory manager widened his eyes and spread his hands: "No, I really don't have any free time right now."

At 29 minutes, during the Baron fight, EDG hesitated and dared not engage, ultimately allowing VG to secure Baron and then push down their base in one fell swoop.

The entire audience fell silent!

No one expected EDG to lose to VG; it was definitely an upset.

In the commentary booth, Guan Zeyuan paused for two seconds before saying, "Okay, let's congratulate VG on winning the first game of this best-of-three series. Most viewers probably didn't expect this start."

Rita: "It seems that Benji's arrival at VG has created some wonderful chemistry with his old teammate Houye."

"Yes, we also hope that EDG can adjust their form as soon as possible and perform better in the next match. Let's take a short break..."

In the break room, the factory manager's deadpan gaze swept over everyone, especially landing on Ai Luoli.

Abu originally wanted to give a recap and some criticism, but after thinking about it, he changed his tone: "You guys didn't perform well last game. No one played up to expectations. Next game, C...God and Mingkai will play. You can't afford to lose."

Li Chen smiled and said, "Alright, brothers, don't be nervous. I set the pace before the match, and I'll beat you back. I'll try to finish the two matches in an average of twenty minutes, okay? Watch my performance."

"Factory, next game we'll play your old rival and show him our father-son duo."

"Get lost, you're taking advantage of me again!" The factory manager rolled his eyes.

However, Li Chen's appearance on the field did give the players, who had just lost the game, a significant boost of confidence.

After all, the difference between Li Chen and A Guang is obvious. In the last game, they only lost one team fight and did not have any disadvantage in the early game. With Li Chen, VG is unlikely to win against them.

The break ended quickly and the match resumed. Guan Zeyuan began to announce the news: "Okay, welcome back. We just received news that EDG has made personnel changes. The top laner has been replaced by god_C, and the jungler has been replaced by Clearlove."

Rita continued, "Are these two players appearing together? I've been seeing a lot of videos of them duo-queuing online lately, and have you heard that saying circulating online?"

"What did you say?"

"Recently, C-factory's double-item combo has been rampant in the top lane, making ranked matches unsuitable!"

"Haha, it seems that god_C is still quite intimidating in ranked games. As a former RNG substitute player, today is his first time stepping onto the stage since joining EDG. Let's look forward to his performance!"

The camera panned to the player, and Li Chen's profile appeared in the frame. His stunning good looks completely overshadowed the other e-sports players.

Wow, whose idol has debuted?

"To be honest, C looked pretty cool today."

"Go for it bravely, Mom and Dad will always be there for you. We'll play aggressively when we have the advantage, and we'll shoot when we're behind. Don't worry!"

"What a mess this substitute that RNG doesn't want is. What a piece of trash."

"If you didn't know better, people would think you won the championship. Look at how you got completely crushed."

"Get out of EDG if you lose!"

Aside from Li Chen's fans, everyone else in the live chat was cursing. No, to be precise, even Li Chen's fans were cursing.

"What do you want to play this round?" nofe asked.

"It's my first time playing, so let's give Jayce a break and let the LPL get used to me," Li Chen said casually.

Nofe didn't want to waste this trump card, but considering that Li Chen often used it in ranked matches, he knew it wouldn't be hidden for long, so he agreed.

The process of banning players began quickly. VG coach Poohmandu glanced at his notebook and said, "EDG's god_C is really popular lately. I've heard he plays Jayce quite well. Ban him!"

Korean coaches are known for their straightforward approach; if they know you're good at a game, they'll let you play, without resorting to any fancy tricks.

When Li Chen saw Jayce's image appear on the board, he frowned and said, "Is VG being this cautious? They're already doing it?"

Nofe patted Li Chen and said, "Then let's use Fiora."

The next second, Fiora appeared at the board position.

"Riven, Riven and the others don't know how to do it!"

Five seconds later, Li Chen said expressionlessly, "Give them the food first, let's see if they can handle the top laner."

In the commentary booth, Guan Zeyuan looked at VG's draft and said with some surprise, "It seems that VG's coach did his homework. It is said that god_C's most played heroes in ranked games are Jayce, Riven and Fiora. You could say he's a master of those three."

Rita nodded and said, "GodC was targeted in his first appearance. Let's see how EDG responds. But to be fair, his looks really do raise EDG's average looks score."

"Laughs, so be it. Hero Spoon is Hero Spoon. He'll retire on the spot after using his special skill."

"Exactly, what's the use of being good-looking? In esports, skill speaks for itself."

"All I can say is that this match is his retirement ceremony; I'm just waiting to be thrashed."

"A bunch of ugly freaks are envying my husband C for being handsome."

"Go C!"