She chose the strategy with the most bullet comments.

Compared to the so-called method of taking off all their coats to transfer warmth and cold, this is clearly a smarter approach, as neither of them is cold.

Thinking of this, Su Mu's strange feeling vanished instantly. He tilted his head slightly to rest his cheek against Bai Wei's, and his arms inside the down jacket wrapped around her slender waist.

"It's definitely not cold anymore."

Hearing Su Mu's words, Bai Wei felt a pang of guilt, secretly glad that she hadn't worn that extra-thick down jacket before heading to the competition venue.

She really is an incurable bad woman... In order to get close to the person she likes, she actually has those kinds of thoughts that make Mu Mu uncomfortable.

But she had no choice; she dared not reveal all her inner thoughts and desires, and could only rely on the normal intimate behavior between girls and depend on that burning emotion.

"Speaking of which, Weiwei, is there something on your mind that you want to tell me?"

Although Bai Wei acted as if nothing was wrong, Su Mu had already noticed something amiss back in the lounge, and now he couldn't help but ask her about it.

"Ah."

"What are you wondering about?"

"Mumu, what are your thoughts on homosexuality?"

"Why are you asking this?" Su Mu was taken aback, a hint of guilt flashing involuntarily in her eyes.

Could she have sensed something...?

Little did Bai Wei know that she was also extremely nervous because of Su Mu's question, and her body became somewhat stiff.

Did Mu Mu sense something?

"Because...because I had a childhood friend who told me she liked me back in junior high. She was upset seeing me being confessed to by some guys, and I...I didn't reciprocate her feelings. Later, her family immigrated abroad, and we lost contact..."

"I see..."

Su Mu breathed a sigh of relief; at least she wasn't being doubted.

She paused for a moment and said, "As for how I feel about it, I'm not sure. I guess it doesn't seem strange and I can accept it?"

"..."

"For example, if Xiaoyu and Xuemin become a couple in the future, I wouldn't rule them out."

After saying that, Su Mu felt a little disappointed and sighed inwardly.

I never imagined Bai Wei had such an experience as a child. Since she refused, it means she's not gay...

145. You are mine

"And what about you, Mu Mu? What if a girl confesses her feelings to you in the future..."

"Hmm, haven't there been a few like that at school?" Su Mu said, embarrassed.

Those girls are truly beautiful and talented, but unfortunately, they're not her type.

No matter how beautiful or talented she is, can she compare to Bai Wei, who is gentle as water and even more talented?

We can't compare.

A hint of sadness flickered in Bai Wei's eyes beneath her bangs, which were fluttering in the cold wind.

As expected...

That's true. How could Mu Sanlin Jiu Lingqi Jiu Wuba Mu possibly like girls? It seems that his feelings for her can only be kept deep in his heart, lest he lose even his sisterhood.

However, Bai Wei was unaware that Su Mu harbored similar thoughts.

Neither of them knew that the other's answer was being misunderstood, and the last remaining veil between them missed the best opportunity to break through.

Both were afraid the other would notice something, so they tacitly ended the conversation.

Su Mu was the first to consider the shift in focus, saying, "It won't be long after we finish the national college league, and many professional clubs should contact us. Have you thought it through?"

If those people are in a hurry, they might even block the first floor of the hotel where they are staying.

"Have you thought it through?"

"Well, having personally played in League of Legends matches, you should now have a basic understanding of esports, but I still have to say, the real professional league is countless times more demanding than what you see now..."

When talking about the fields he had traversed in both his lives, Su Mu's tone unconsciously carried a hint of emotion.

"In esports, being bad is the original sin. No one can win all the time, and no one can perform perfectly in every match without making a mistake."

"If there's anything wrong with the fight, the overwhelming online criticism can completely drown someone out. To put it more seriously, it's not uncommon for people to be so attacked that they lose faith and fall into despair."

"This road is far more difficult than imagined; the thorns along the way will leave countless people battered and bruised, including you and me."

"I've seen far too many frustrated professional players who, after losing the chance to continue their journey in esports, have no other skills and are even worse off than just fading into obscurity..."

At this point, Su Mu turned around and looked intently into Bai Wei's eyes.

"The careers of professional esports players are very short and filled with immense pressure."

"Weiwei, you have already embarked on a path to success. If you change direction now, the future will be an unpredictable maze. Once you step onto that path, turning back will come at a great cost..."

"As your...best friend, I feel obligated to tell you this. While you still have a choice, I hope you'll think it over carefully. And most importantly—you absolutely must—communicate with your family."

After listening to Su Mu's words, Bai Wei didn't speak immediately, but looked up into the distance.

In fact, she had thought this through carefully long ago, and knew clearly what she wanted and what path she wanted to take.

Mu Mu once said, "Do what you believe is right, and take responsibility for your choices."

The answer is obvious, isn't it?

"I'll tell my family about this when I get back," Bai Wei said softly. "We already made a promise, didn't we?"

Su Muxiao's smile slowly blossomed, "That's right, then according to the agreement, I will accompany you to the end of the Music Voice stage."

"I'm really looking forward to it."

"Okay, so next up is the issue of professional esports teams. If someone contacts you inviting you to join a club's team, I can help you review the contract, just in case they've set a trap for you."

"I just want to be with you. Whatever team you join, I'll join..." Bai Wei shook her head, her voice suddenly becoming low, and she bit her lower lip lightly, "Mu Mu... if your preferred team specifically requests to sign only you..." Wu

"Then I won't go!"

Su Mu interrupted her directly, saying brightly, "How could I abandon my Weiwei and go out on my own? Let me make this clear: you're mine. If you want to sign me, I'll have to take you on as a package deal!"

No matter how good the treatment or how strong the team is, if this condition cannot be met, then there's no point in discussing it.

Vivi can only be hers, and no one is allowed to take her away!

The package deal doesn't stop there; a starting position is a must. No rotation or substitutes are allowed without a legitimate reason, and it must be clearly stated in black and white in the contract.

The words "You are mine" struck Bai Wei like a hammer blow, like a stone thrown into a calm lake, creating ripples.

If that's what it means, that would be great...

Bai Wei could only hug Su Mu tighter, and shallow dimples appeared on her cheeks, which were reddened by the cold wind.

"You said it yourself..."

"Absolutely! You mean what you say!"

"..."

Neither of them spoke, and they embraced for a long time in the cold wind, until Su Mu's cell phone rang in his pocket.

It's time to leave the stadium.

……

As soon as Su Mu and her group stepped into the hotel's lobby on the first floor, a dozen or so people suddenly stood up and blocked their way.

If the hotel receptionist hadn't recognized these people, they might have called security because of the commotion...

Even so, the two receptionists were still watching with great curiosity, their eyes constantly shifting between Su Mu and Bai Wei.

Everyone knows that these professional esports teams' coaches, managers, or other high-ranking officials came specifically for them.

In fact, this is not the first time we have seen this situation. A few days ago, someone also came to contact the players from other teams participating in the college league.

Zhao Lisi could tell what these people were up to at a glance.

It wasn't surprising that some people were looking at Bai Wei; what surprised her was that some people were actually looking at her and Zhou Xuemin.

No way, these seasoned veterans couldn't possibly be unaware of their skill level...

"Hello Ms. Su Mu, I am Le Di, the head coach of AIC Club. We are interested in signing you as our team's starting mid laner. Would you be willing to discuss this?"

"Hello, DTG..."

"Hello, we are RT..."

Various noises entered Su Mu's ears, but he seemed not to hear them. His slightly complicated gaze was fixed on a mature woman in her thirties dressed in an office lady's business suit in the crowd.

Liang Wenmei, former manager of the PUBG division of RT esports team.

Back then, it was because she sold her predecessor to the Japanese team's water cooler that her predecessor died in frustration.

As for the person next to Liang Wenmei, that should be the coach from the LOL division. I didn't expect them to go to the trouble of sending two people...

If I remember correctly, RT already has a confirmed starting mid-jungle player, so it's quite intriguing that the other side is here.

As Liang Wenmei observed Su Mu up close, the strange feeling in her heart grew stronger.

Why does it feel like... her facial features overlap somewhat with those of the withdrawn, gloomy, and timid little girl from a few years ago?

Moreover, she was looking at him, her gaze undisguised.

Just as Liang Wenmei was about to say something, Su Mu's next words stunned her so much that she froze on the spot, and everyone else stared wide-eyed.

"Manager Liang, it's been many years. Looks like you're doing well..."

146. The Capital of Arrogance

In an instant, all eyes darted between Su Mu and Liang Wenmei, filled with deep confusion.

Could they be old acquaintances?

"It's been so many years? But I don't remember ever seeing you before..." Liang Wenmei trembled even more, still not daring to take that guess seriously.

"Is that so?"

Su Mu smiled faintly, a meaningful glint in his eyes.

"You should know my name is Su Mu. People with the same name aren't that common. You were the one who helped get the visa for that little girl who was sold to a Japanese team. Have you just forgotten?"

She was even unwilling to handle it herself.

That makes sense, since it's basically the PUBG division's one-man show.

While repaying favors, she can also use the player replacement budget. From the club's perspective, Liang Wenmei is a good manager.

But from a personal perspective... she felt everything her predecessor had gone through, and Su Mu didn't think she could let it go.

As Su Mu finished speaking, Liang Wenmei's expression gradually froze. She raised her arm with slight trembling, her voice trembling with disbelief.

"It...it was you?!"

The others, who had assumed the two were old acquaintances and that their business trip would be fruitless, looked strange after hearing their conversation.

It seems they are indeed old acquaintances, but their relationship is definitely not good.

Among the crowd, WLD's manager, Liu Keke, had a thoughtful expression on her face.

Liang Wenmei was once the manager of the PUBG division. A few years ago, she apparently sold a Chinese player to a Japanese team as a foreign aid...

Hmm... that Chinese player must be Su Mu right in front of me.

It now appears that his contract has expired, and his transition after returning to China has been remarkably successful. His breathtaking talent and skillful management have made him highly sought after by various clubs.

Judging from Su Mu's tone, she seemed to have considerable resistance to RT, which suggests that her time in Japan was not exactly pleasant.

"Manager Liang finally remembered?"

"Your contract is not..."

Before she could finish speaking, Liang Wenmei swallowed the rest of her words and frowned as she fell into thought.

The contract was for three years, and it has indeed ended, but if Su Mu is Su Mu, the timeline doesn't match. Su Mu debuted on a live streaming platform before the three-year period was up...

In other words, she set off to return to China before her contract ended. If she was doing well with the Japanese team, why would she terminate the contract early?

Whether it's a forced termination or a voluntary termination, it won't make anyone feel good.

Thinking of this, Liang Wenmei secretly took a deep breath and a smile appeared on her face.

How have you been all these years?