She chose the strategy with the most bullet comments.

Su Mu and the other exchanged a glance and remained silent, waiting for the other to provide further details.

Seeing that the two of them did not change their expressions, Elsa continued, "In addition, there is another private business deal. Actually, it's not really a private deal, but I have the decision-making power over it."

"Please speak," Su Mu gestured.

There is a play.

Elsa raised an eyebrow, her smile deepening. "It's like this, in the competitions within each region, there are segments that require music, both before and after the match, such as player entrances, the ban/pick phase, post-match debriefing, and so on..."

"Some competition zones independently commissioned the creation of this music, while others did not, leading to some copyright disputes."

"So I want to find someone to create some instrumental music that fits the scene, and give it to the competition areas so they can decide whether to use it, whether it's a large or small competition area, so that we don't have those small but troublesome disputes."

"Oh, I see... No problem." Su Mu agreed immediately.

Elsa was quite surprised by his decisive reaction.

“Actually, there are ready-made options. Why don’t you take a look at these styles and see if they suit you?” Su Mu opened the music software on the computer and entered Bai Wei’s stage name.

Dozens of instrumental pieces have emerged, some highly popular and others virtually unknown, with varying naming styles.

Although Elsa's accent was unbearable to look at, her literacy level was acceptable. Su Mu's behavior made her start to speculate, and she glanced at the screen and rolled her eyes.

"Could these be your past works?"

“It is a past work, but it’s not mine, it’s hers.” Su Mu smiled and lightly tapped Bai Wei’s arm with her index finger.

Elsa was somewhat surprised. She put her headphones back on and clicked play. At first, she was able to maintain a calm expression, but before long, she unconsciously began to shake her head and her thighs rhythmically.

After listening to the first few songs, I took off my headphones and gave a thumbs up in approval.

Just as she was about to say something, Su Mu spoke first.

"If the style is suitable, we can spend the rest of our time following a similar style and creating a certain number of original works. What do you think?"

"Oh my Sue, you've really hit the nail on the head!"

That's what she thought.

From an official perspective, directly purchasing the copyright to a work that has existed for some time is not a good thing.

For example, when shooting commercials that require music, many clients prefer to find original composers.

Original merchandise means that Party A can firmly control the copyright of Party B's products in most cases, which can not only avoid similarity with competitors, but also avoid copyright disputes, and give people a refreshing first impression.

In a broader sense, it can also give consumers the perception that the company is powerful.

In the simplest terms, it boils down to two words: face.

For example, if a certain game company has very good music, most players can give the opinion that the music company is a waste of its talent in games. This is also a way for that game company to attract new players.

Su Mu had anticipated what Elsa was thinking, which is why she said those things.

"I never expected Bai, who looks so quiet and gentle, to be so good at rock music. In Chinese terms, I'm really impressed!" Elsa praised.

Su Mu was responsible for most of the five theme songs, which was something Bai Wei was not good at.

I never expected this...

"Then I look forward to your high-quality works."

"no problem."

……

"Mumu, you clearly have many unreleased instrumental pieces, why..."

"Shh..." Su Mu pressed his finger to Bai Wei's lips, smiled slightly, and shook his head gently, answering a different question, "Do you remember how long we've known each other?"

"It's been two years."

Bai Wei didn't quite understand why Su Mu asked this.

"Yes, two years..."

Su Mu's gaze softened, and he gently stroked Bai Wei's cheek. "Promise me you won't hide your brilliance, okay?"

Upon hearing this, Bai Wei was stunned and couldn't help but ask, "My radiance?"

"Yes, that is, your talent."

On the day of her live singing performance in Sanya, Bai Wei was able to provide bass accompaniment for Qilixiang with her skills, and the result didn't sound out of place. This speaks volumes.

After the sheet music was provided, I didn't make any mistakes during my first performance.

For the final duet version of "Bare Face," she truly memorized the lyrics after only one listen and identified areas for improvement in both solo and duet performances, achieving a chorus rhythm almost identical to the original.

If we're really being serious about the title of musical genius, only Bai Wei truly deserves it.

Su Mu understood very well that without the mastery of music theory provided by the system, trying to catch up with Bai Wei through hard work would probably only result in him not even being able to see her back.

My talent tree doesn't really lie in music.

"I really like your talent, I like you so much..." A barely perceptible hint of deep affection flashed in Su Mu's eyes.

How I wish Bai Wei could understand the meaning behind her words…

As Su Mu stroked her cheek, Bai Wei's ears began to turn red without her realizing it. Hearing these gentle words, she mustered up her courage and looked up into Su Mu's eyes.

I wanted to find what I was looking for in those eyes.

But... I couldn't find it.

"I see…"

Bai Wei forcefully suppressed the disappointment that was about to appear on her face, and instead put on a smile that amazed Su Mu.

It turns out that it was just a friendly confession between close friends, not...

I so wish Mumu's words just now were a confession...

Since it's not true, it doesn't matter. Let her see the talented version of herself she once was.

Su Mu gave a thumbs-up, winked, and smiled in approval.

Bai Wei now exudes the same confidence and charm she had two years ago when she taught me to play the guitar.

……

On the eve of the end of her WLD vacation, Elsa did not linger. Having obtained what she wanted, she boarded the plane back to Riot Games headquarters with satisfaction.

Su Mubaiwei did not return to the training base, but instead went back to the luxury suite where she had one more night.

224. Not drunk

Elsa celebrated the successful completion of the business deal by treating everyone involved to dinner.

It was hard to refuse such hospitality.

Under the expectant gazes of everyone, both Su Mu and Bai Wei sipped some red wine.

I didn't drink much.

Su Mu was actually fine, without any particularly strong feelings, but Bai Wei's face was flushed, showing signs of becoming quite drunk.

She really can't hold her liquor; she only had one glass.

It was precisely because Bai Wei wasn't feeling well that she decided to go back to the hotel for one last night. After all, the WLD team wouldn't be returning from Sanya until the next day, and they wouldn't immediately resume their pre-match training schedule. (Mio)

"Are you sure it's okay to shower by yourself?" Jiu

Seeing Bai Wei's insistence, Su Mu asked with some concern.

"It's okay, I'm not drunk." Bai Wei felt a warmth in her heart.

"Okay," Su Mu didn't insist anymore. "Just call me if you need anything."

Watching Bai Wei enter the bathroom and gently close the door, Su Mu sat down at the table, opened his laptop, and started surfing the internet.

The collaboration with Riot Games' music group is currently being kept secret. Although Elsa hinted that it didn't need to be hidden, Su Mu isn't the type to blabber.

While having confidence in one's own work is important, one should not underestimate top musicians from abroad.

If you make a big fuss before things have settled down, and it turns out I'm the one who ends up being the clown, I'll lose face big time.

Upon opening the official WLD account on Bilibili, Su Mu discovered a compilation of videos of himself and Bai Wei livestreaming on the beach, which had already garnered over 50 million views.

Meanwhile, on Douyin (TikTok), the number of users has already exceeded 100 million...

The number of views on just two video websites (one long and one short) is already that high; if you include the entire internet, the figure is unimaginable.

On foreign websites, it also garnered considerable attention.

After these days of buzz, even a large number of LOL players abroad know about these songs, and they have spread beyond their usual circles, although they don't have the same massive reach as in China.

Even some well-known musicians have praised Su Mu's live music broadcast on the beach.

Su Mu simply smiled and ignored the various opinions, both positive and negative.

Close those messy pages and open the official League of Legends website to check the 2.13 patch notes.

Because the test server is not open to players who have not signed a non-disclosure agreement, professional players have no way of knowing in advance how many changes have been made.

The previous version featured a Sion rework, but no new champions were introduced.

Perhaps due to considerations for the playoffs in each region, or possibly for the upcoming S1 World Championship, another hero has been reworked in version 2.13. Even more surprisingly, two new heroes have also been introduced.

It must be said that the scale of the project was quite impressive.

Akali, the Fist of Shadow → Akali, the Rogue Assassin.

The new heroes are Yone, the Demon-Sealing Swordsman, and Lillia, the Shy Bud. As for the accompanying Spirit Blossom Festival skins and events, I won't go into too much detail.

Hmm... Sion has indeed been nerfed.

Su Mu glanced at it and felt that it was both unexpected and reasonable.

Similar to what she said during her live stream in Sanya a few days ago, Sion's passive zombies deal half the damage to turrets, and his skill data has also been slightly adjusted.

The Shipbreaker has undergone a minor update, no longer providing bonuses to the Demolition talent, with some equipment stats slightly nerfed, but now adding extra movement speed.

Then... a new mythical item appeared: Heartsteel.

Well, the suicide Sion build might not be completely dead yet. It's not just still viable in ranked games, but it might still be used in competitive matches, and it has the potential to be a viable option for top and mid laners.

Warrior gear, including hero gear, has been nerfed. From Bloodthirsty Battleaxe to Divine Separator, even the Precision talent tree has received a major overhaul.

Traditional top laners like the top lane sisters, Jax, and Renekton, aside from Garen and Darius, have all been nerfed to varying degrees. The era of fighters being more durable than tanks is over.

Good news, the non-top lane version is a different kind of buff for WLD.

Bad news, why are even ADCs and supports getting nerfed?

Generally speaking, in versions other than top lane, the bottom lane is the most often and most suitable to take on the carry role. But what about version 2.13?

Most of the ADCs who can take over the game in the mid-to-late game and the enchanter supports with strong protective abilities have been nerfed.

Roughly estimated, the bottom lane's status is even worse than in the previous version.

Ashe, Varus, and Jhin will likely be the top picks for the AD carry role, while supports will primarily be those with strong engage or counter-engage capabilities.

Overall, it's not hard to see that the designers are pushing for a mid-jungle tactic.

After all, the new champions Yone and Lillia are a mid-laner and a jungler, respectively.

The difference is that the designers don't seem to have considered the possibility of these two heroes switching roles...

Where are we going?

Hit the road.

Tank gear was buffed, warrior gear was nerfed, but one item slipped through the cracks: Blade of the Ruined King.

But no one is saying Yone can't go top lane and build Blade of the Ruined King and Sunfire Cape.

Su Mu had experienced this version of the game in his previous life. Whether it would work now or not, he would find out by trying it on the international server another day.

"What a hassle..."

"What's all the fuss about?"

Bai Wei was drying her still slightly damp hair when she stepped out of the bathroom and heard Su Mu muttering something about making a fuss.

"I've looked at the changes in version 2.13. Compared to the previous two versions, the changes our team made are back to square one."

"you mean…"

Su Mu nodded, "That's right, we've returned to a version where the outcome of the game has little to do with the top lane, or even the bottom lane."