The dream team was in Dalian, a beautiful coastal city known as the Pearl of the North, and it was very far from Shanghai, where Fengyue was located. After a long journey, the two finally met Luo Lie who was waiting at the airport.
It's already a bit cold in the north at this time. Dalian has just ushered in its first snowfall this year. The road is wet, and the tree pits are piled with snow that hasn't melted yet.
Luo Lie stood on the side of the road and waved to them, the fur collar on his coat swayed with his movements, looking as happy as its owner.
"Feather God, Snow God!" He enthusiastically took the suitcases from the two of them, "It's been a hard journey, isn't it? Get on the bus."
A middle-aged man who looked like Luo Lie stepped down from the car and helped them put their luggage in the trunk.
Luo Lie introduced, "This is my father. I'm underage and can't drive. It's not very convenient to take you to a taxi, so I asked my father to pick up the plane."
The two hurriedly greeted their uncle and sighed in their hearts that the average age of the dream team's players was too young, and a group of children had no one to guide them.
Luo Lie's father also greeted them, "Hello, I often hear Luo Lie mention you. You won the world championship a while ago. He was so happy that he held up his mobile phone and told me a lot. This kid is usually nothing to us. It can be said that I can't finish talking about the game for three days and three nights."
"Oops, Dad!"
Luo Lie's father's tone was full of doting, but Shen Huai could tell that in his eyes, he didn't think Luo Lie was working hard for his career at all, he just thought he was playing.
The father said, "I'm relieved to see you guys, otherwise I'm really worried that there are just a few furry boys living in the small building all day long. I'll trouble you to take these children in the future."
Luo Lie said quickly, "Dad, how many times have I told you that Yushen is not a coach, but a sponsor."
"Oh, yes, sponsor." The father smiled, obviously thinking that it was interesting for a group of children to come up with such a high-level term as sponsor.
Seeing this, Shen Huai said, "Uncle, the e-sports industry has developed very well in the past few years. I am an e-sports player and I am very interested in the business opportunities. Team Luo has a very high talent in e-sports, the Dream Team. It is also very rare to make it to the top eight in the country this year. I think this team has good prospects for development, so I came to the field this time. If the situation is satisfactory, I plan to create a club to absorb the dream team. In that way, the dream The players of the team can get a stable annual salary.”
Luo Lie's father stopped talking. He understood from Shen Huai's words that this was not a simple visit from a friend. Shen Huai assessed the dream team with a scrutiny. If they fail, they face the crisis of dissolution.
He was in business himself, and it was easy to figure out what was at stake, so he changed his tune.
"That's it, then if you need help these days, feel free to speak up. At least it's convenient to drive you anywhere."
"Thank you uncle."
The car finally drove into the residential area. The front of the residential area is not big and there is no greenery, but it is still clean and tidy. The buildings inside are not high-rises, but old houses with six or seven floors.
Luo Lie's father sent them downstairs and waited for them in the car. At Luo Lie's suggestion, the luggage was also left in the car.
Shen Huai soon understood the reason. The dream team rented a house with six to seven. They climbed six floors in one breath.
As soon as they entered, the members of the Dream Team lined up neatly in the living room to wait for them.
"Good feather god!"
"Welcome Snow God!"
"Hurry up and take a seat!"
The two sat down on the sofa under the urging of everyone's enthusiasm. Someone brought them fruit and poured tea. The bright smiling faces seemed to be twinkling with small stars.
Shen Huai looked at the room. It was about 90 square meters, with two rooms and a shared bathroom. There were two bunk beds in each room. Like a university dormitory, the middle aisle was very narrow. The two boys turned around at the same time. difficulty.
There are two large wardrobes in the living room. Probably these people don't need the kitchen. There is a white board and a few stacked plastic stools. It is obviously planned as a place for a battle meeting.
Shen Huai looked around and asked, "Where are you training?"
"Upstairs!" Luo Lie hurriedly led the way.
Shen Huai and Song Xueyang got up and went upstairs. The others followed behind them. The stairs were steep. Luo Lie had to remind them to be careful after taking two steps.
Upstairs is a loft with a smaller area than the downstairs, with two large sloping roofs and a skylight in the middle. It sounds romantic, but it's not.
The attic is low, and at the lowest point, Shen Huai needs to bend down to get through. The seven computer desks are closely spaced, and the attic is not well ventilated. It gives people a cold and damp feeling in winter. It is conceivable that these seven computers are running again. , the environment in the house will be more dull, and the lack of an air conditioner in summer can drive people crazy.
Luo Lie explained to them how to train normally, and the rest of the people stood in a row against the wall, minimizing their own footprint and freeing up more space for Shen Huai and Song Xueyang.
After listening to him, Shen Huai asked, "Then where do you usually eat?"
"Uh...here, or the living room downstairs." Luo Lie's voice was lower.
"What to eat?"
"Sometimes my parents will cook some meals and bring them here, and sometimes they will order takeaways. Even though the community is small, there are still quite a few delicious food nearby."
Shen Huai nodded, "You rented this house?"
"It's the house of the relatives of the team members, rented to us cheaply."
Shen Huai saw that there was still a small door on the wall, "Can I open it and take a look?"
"Uh, yes."
Inside were two boxes of milk, a box of instant noodles, and some ham, biscuits and instant food.
Luo Lie hurriedly explained, "I usually train too late, so I only eat these if I want to have a late-night snack."
Song Xueyang teased, "The food is good, in addition to instant noodles, there are hot and sour noodles, and the nutrition is more balanced."
A line of people's faces were a little red.
Shen Huai looked at Luo Lie and pointed downstairs, "Your father..."
"It doesn't matter. My dad does his own business. Time is not tight. It doesn't matter if you wait a little longer."
"Okay, then you can show me a game?"
The little guys suddenly came to the spirit and skillfully took their seats.
The practice match is not something that can be played against anyone. Before Song Xueyang came, he had gathered a group of people who were all newcomers in this year's training camp. Shen Huai couldn't help but admire Song Xueyang's wit. By the way, get ready to pick someone from training camp.
There were three practice matches, one each in the single, double arena, and the 6V6 boss battle.
After all, the Dream Team played professional games for a year, and they cooperated more tacitly. Luo Lie was young, but he commanded in a decent manner. He won all three games against Fengyue Xinsheng. Everyone was very happy, their self-confidence skyrocketed, and they all looked back at Shen Huai with anticipation.
"Let's go down." The attic was too stuffy, and Shen Huai didn't want to stay here.
When everyone went downstairs, Luo Lie asked, "Feather God, when you came, you said you wanted to create a club and sign the Dream Team, did you really have this plan?"
As soon as he opened his mouth, the eyes of the others lit up, and looking at Shen Huai was like looking at a living championship trophy!
Shen Huai said truthfully, "I do have this idea. I like this line of work very much. After I retire, I hope to have a side business related to e-sports. Creating a club is indeed within my consideration, and the status quo of the dream team also gives me An opportunity to show your ambition.”
Everyone looked happier. Before Luo Lie thanked him, Shen Huai said again, "Can I talk to your teammates alone?"
The excitement in everyone's heart subsided a lot, because from Shen Huai's expression, they could feel that things would not be so simple and smooth, even if Shen Huai had this heart, they still needed their strength to pass .
Seeing their apprehensive appearance, Shen Huai comforted, "Just to briefly understand the situation."
Luo Lie breathed a sigh of relief, "Okay."
Shen Huai and Song Xueyang went to another room and asked them to come in one by one to talk to him.
Most of the team members, Shen Huai, just asked about their academic status and family resistance. Some people dared to ask him for advice on the game, and Shen Huai would also give some advice without hiding anything.
What surprised them was that Shen Huai could actually remember what each of them did well or lacked in the practice match just now, and not a single one of them was confused.
But with two team members, Shen Huai directly stated his attitude.
"I suggest you go back to school. Your studies may bring you more benefits than e-sports."
When the young man heard his words, he looked at him blankly. Perhaps he didn't expect Shen Huai to say it so straightforwardly, and perhaps he didn't expect that he would be the one to be eliminated.
Shen Huai expressed his meaning slowly, "I'm not saying that you can't stay or drive you away. I won't drive any of you away, but I need you to take responsibility for your future."
"Your style of play is a bit stiffer than other players. Simply put, you lack your own things. You should watch some commentary teaching videos to imitate their style of play. I'm not saying this is bad, but Saying that you are a bit rambunctious. When you were just besieged by the epee and the ice method, your method was to hit the flames in seconds, and throw the control when you landed. This is a common counter-attack operation by the team, but the team did At that time, his teammates must be around, and there is at least one support around him that can provide him with follow-up control, and you just threw a big move for nothing."
"Indeed, because of the damage of your ultimate move, the teammates who came later have completed the harvest, and it doesn't seem to have made any mistakes. But if you put it in the professional game, your opponent will never wander outside when there is residual blood. I'll give you a chance to catch everything. And you're not as good as the team in terms of hand speed and reflexes. You've only learned the skin of his style of play."
The young man lowered his head and couldn't refute, but he was not convinced.
Shen Huai could see what he was thinking, "You have played professionally for a year, and you have seen other players in the circle. You should understand that this circle is not as glamorous as you imagined. The team has played for so many years, and this year Only with the world ranking, when Huo Lao won the sixth place in the world, WG is still the runner-up, and he can no longer play because of the injury."
"Maybe one day your teammates will have higher popularity, higher achievement, salary, and better resources than you. You have to endure being compared and regarded as a loser, and then you have paid A lot, there's no going back. Of course, you can stay and prove what I'm saying is wrong, but you have to have the courage to take it all."
The boy did not leave or speak, and the room fell into a long silence.
Shen Huai said, "You can think about it, and feel free to contact me if you have any ideas."
Another team member, Shen Huai also said the same.
After saying this, he left, promising to come back tomorrow to give them an answer. Of course, he was also waiting for the two team members to give him an answer.
Back at the hotel, Shen Huai looked out the window in a trance, "Do you think what I said is too much?"
Song Xueyang took out a bottle of Coke from the refrigerator and handed it to him, "You are making them ready for everything, no complaints or regrets."
Shen Huai thought that the person who understood him best would always be Song Xueyang.
Indeed, he is not afraid that these children will fail to make a name for themselves in the future, nor is he afraid that they will give everything and put all their efforts in the pursuit of their dreams, but in the end they will lose completely.
What he was afraid of was whether they regretted the past.
When all the youth was spent, all possibilities were cut off, and in the end, looking back, I found that the path I took was wrong from the beginning. Isn't it more tragic than failure
Shen Huai sighed, "How much do you think their performance can be scored?"
"Six points."
"Very perfect?"
"One hundred percent."
Shen Huai laughed dumbly, but listened to Song Xueyang taking a sip of Coke and continued, "The remaining 94 points are infinite possibilities."
Shen Huai was slightly startled, and then smiled.
The next day, they went to the dream team's dormitory again. To Shen Huai's satisfaction, neither of the two team members he talked to alone yesterday did not leave. On the contrary, their eyes became firmer.
"Have you made your decision?" Shen Huai asked.
Everyone nodded, but only those two knew what the question really meant.
"That's good," Shen Huai said, "I can sponsor you for a year first. I will pay for the team's expenses this year. You can skip the live broadcast and concentrate on training. If you can get the top six in next year's national competition name, our deal will continue, otherwise the sponsorship will end."
Everyone was stunned, it wasn't just the conditions proposed by Shen Huai, they could actually concentrate on training without having to do live broadcasts. You must know that they would not be able to create profits for the team at all, which was equivalent to Shen Huai raising them for a year!
The deputy captain said excitedly, "Is what you said true?"
"Really, if you guys can finish in the top six, you'll be a part of my esports club this time next year."
Everyone's faces couldn't hide their excitement. They finally have their own clubs and backers!
Shen Huai said, "But the sixth place is not so easy. Fengyue, WG, Xiaolang, God of War, and Thunder have already occupied five places, followed by veteran teams such as Supper, Chenxi, and Rubik's Cube."
Everyone's faces became solemn when they heard the words. Indeed, every team Shen Huai mentioned was once a high-ranking and unattainable existence in their hearts, but now they have to personally pull these people down from the altar.
"If there is no problem, you are ready to pack your bags. Mrs. Shen has a spare studio in Beijing that can be used for your training. Don't live here. A good environment can also focus your attention on training."
Everyone was stunned that they were going to Beijing, and they would not be able to stay in their hometown in the future. Although many e-sports players have left their hometowns and were admitted to other clubs, their entire team is from Dalian.
Luo Lie thought that it was very good that Shen Huai could free up a studio for them. He couldn't buy an office building in Dalian specifically for them. It was understandable that he wanted to leave Dalian, but they were not prepared for this.
"Yugi, we are used to living here. In fact, this house is just right for the seven of us. We can stay for another year. When we get the results that satisfy you next year, you will not move when you are sure to sign with us. Late."
Shen Huai disagreed, "The seven of you are just right, where should the coach I hired live? Even if you don't feel wronged, how can I talk to the coach under such conditions?"
Everyone suddenly held their breath, and one person asked softly, "Are you going to hire a coach for us?"
Shen Huai nodded, "If you want to make it to the quarter-finals just by training on your own, it's too contemptible. Good luck won't favor you twice."
Everyone's heart sighed, they were able to get the eighth place this year because of a certain luck factor. They have neither experience nor professional knowledge. If they can train with such a hustle and bustle, if they can surpass the wealthy team with professional coaches tailor-made training plans, Somewhat contemptible indeed.
Luo Lie said excitedly, "Okay, let's go home and tell our parents!"
"Well, I'm ready to meet in Beijing, and I'll arrange for someone to pick me up."
Before leaving, the members of the Dream Team kept sending them to the airport. Shen Huai understood the gratitude in the eyes of the little ones without words. Seeing these teenagers who were eager for opportunities and carrying dreams, Shen Huai was in a better mood. Little, secretly decided in his heart that he must do his best to help them.
The plane they boarded was not for Shanghai, but for Hangzhou. The destination of this trip was not Fengyue, but WG.
The two invited Zhang Jiayan, Jia Yunge and Liang Minghui to have dinner, saying they were doing it for Huo Lao.
Shen Huai and Song Xueyang made a special trip to see them. Zhang Jiayan was very happy and gave them a big hug as soon as they entered the room. Jia Yunge was also very happy and took Shen Huai to take pictures.
Huo Lao's withdrawal procedures have been completed, and he stayed in the team for the past two days while waiting for surgery.
Shen Huai inquired about Liang Minghui's condition, and then asked, "What are your plans after Huo Lao retires?"
Liang Minghui shook his head with a wry smile, "Me? I don't have any plans, I don't have any skills other than games, I can't live broadcast, and the commentary is not that kind of material. landed."
Shen Huai hadn't heard of this, "Deputy Tang has found a job?"
Zhang Jiayan said, "Deputy Tang is hidden deep. It turned out that he was an amateur who drew comics, and he was busy creating as soon as he retired. His fans found that the "Douxing Array" serialized on the Internet was his masterpiece, and they ran to each one. It seems that the popularity is even higher than before.”
Shen Huai didn't expect this. He remembered that he often saw Tang Wenlang holding a comic book in his hand before, and he turned out to be drawing comics.
Shen Huai nodded and got down to business, "Then the Huo guy actually wants to develop in the e-sports industry?"
Liang Minghui sighed, "I've also played for nine years, and I'm actually a little reluctant to leave."
Shen Huai and Song Xueyang exchanged glances, and said in unison, "We have a job related to e-sports that is suitable for you."
Liang Minghui was stunned for a moment, his first reaction was that Song Xueyang, the digging god, was digging into himself? But it's not right to think about it again, what else can he do at his age
Shen Huai didn't give in, "I sponsored the Dream Team and told them that if they can get the top six results in the country next year, I will create a club to sign them. They work hard and have good qualifications, but they lack one. Coaches who have a lot of game experience and can coach them."
Liang Minghui was stunned, and then an uncontrollable excitement surged from his heart.
He likes games very much, and the e-sports industry very much, and he knows that he is not a material in front of the stage. It is naturally good to be able to go behind the scenes, but he has no confidence in his own level. There are too many retired gods in the circle. Even only a small tail.
He suppressed the joy in his heart and said, "There are many retired gods in the circle, and there are also many excellent coaches. I am just a player and have no experience in teaching others. I am afraid..."
Shen Huai interrupted him, "No, you have commanded WG's teamfights, you have a calm and careful style of play, and you are serious and responsible and have an e-sports spirit. Whether it's life or training plans, I believe you can provide them The best guide."
Zhang Jiayan also nodded, "I think what Yushen said is very reliable, Minghui is actually taking care of WG's big and small matters, Yunge is just a name, I am careless except for the competition, and I am not very good at other things. , Minghui is half the captain of WG, and the position of coach is very suitable for you."
Jia Yunge also nodded again and again, and gave Liang Minghui a cheering gesture.
Liang Minghui's heart sighed, "Well, since Yushen has come to talk to me in person, I will no longer refuse. I will take over the job! It's just that I have made an appointment for surgery. I'm afraid my physical condition..."
Shen Huai expressed his understanding, "Don't worry, your health is important, you go to surgery first, Luo Lie has a strong self-care ability for leading the team for a year, and you will return to the team when you recover."
Liang Minghui and Luo Lie met during the wild card competition. Thinking of Luo Lie's ability, he was relieved a lot, and he didn't need to worry too much about it.
"Okay, Yushen, I will do my best."
Shen Huai smiled slightly, "Dream Team will ask you from now on."
He believes that with the guidance of Huo, those hard-working little guys will definitely shine in next year's professional competition.
Zhang Jiayan said with a smile, "It seems that next year's competition will be Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon again, and we have to step up our training."
Song Xueyang asked, "Are there any new WG players?"
Zhang Jiayan also made no secret of it, "I picked a good mechanic from the training camp. I have already accepted him as an apprentice. Next year, WG will be able to give out bonuses whether it is a two-person fight or a team battle!"
The middle link of the chain bonus flow is the mechanic, which also causes the overall lineup to rely heavily on Zhang Jiayan. Once he cannot play, the team's strength will be greatly reduced.
Zhang Jiayan probably also learned from this year's experience and lessons, and made a special trip to pick a mechanic player. In this way, the fire method has shells, the mechanic has Zhang Jiayan and the new team members, and Jia Yunge is also in the arena duel. Thinking about it, it is very difficult to deal with.
Song Xueyang said, "It seems that we have to step up our training."
Zhang Jiayan asked, "Have you found the new players?"
"Not yet, but I noticed one during a practice match with the Dream Team yesterday. I plan to return to the team this time to take a closer look."
"OK! Next year, let's see who the new recruits we promote are more powerful!"
Song Xueyang toasted him, "Next year's battle!"