Chapter 61.1

The team fell into complete silence.

Listening to Wen Yan’s response, Xue Lan’s pupils dilated in an instant.

Professional team, skilled player, damage dealer!

Duan Wenzheng was a perfect fit!

Additionally, after a meticulous analysis of the original work, Xue Lan recognized that Wen Yan would only respond so candidly after confirming his own sentiments.

Could this mean they’ve both acknowledged their feelings for each other?

Didn’t that imply they were now just a step away from being together?!

As Wen Yan calmly awaited the data calculations following this drop of bombshell, a sneer resounded from beyond the door. “So Captain’s openly discussing partner criteria now?”

Upon hearing the voice, Xue Lan turned toward the door. In an instant, his eyes sparkled.

As Duan Wenzheng pushed the door open and stepped into the training room, he didn’t resume his seat. Instead, he made his way directly toward Wen Yan.

“Who said that a person’s energy is limited, that since we’re professionals, we have to focus?” Duan Wenzheng watched Wen Yan’s unchanging expression. “Or is it that our captain has such contradictory standards?”

Wen Yan removed his headphones then. He turned to look at him, a frosty chill permeating the air.

But Duan Wenzheng acted oblivious to the intensity of his gaze. The atmosphere between the two was akin to daggers drawn, the temperature gradually dropping to new lows.

Wen Yan averted his gaze, remaining nonchalant. “Instead of wasting your energy arguing with me, why not learn how to let your actions speak for themselves?”

With that said, he shut down the computer. He left the training room, leaving Duan Wenzheng completely stunned.

Even though Wen Yan was normally disinclined to argue with him, Duan Wenzheng truly felt that today’s Wen Yan was rather odd.

Meanwhile, Xue Lan was sure that the beverages had resolved the issue. While Wen Yan perceived Duan Wenzheng as being obstinate, Wen Yan recalled that, despite Duan Wenzheng’s outward defiance, he had secretly purchased a gift of gratitude for him behind his back.

Once Wen Yan exited the training room, Duan Wenzheng turned to gaze at a particular child who had suddenly become inexplicably joyful.

“What are you smiling for?”

“It’s nothing.” Xue Lan suppressed the corners of his lips that were about to fly up. “Didn’t you go to rest? Why did you come back?”

Duan Wenzheng walked up to him, rubbing the small head before him as if this were perfectly normal. “Shouldn’t you be sleeping?”

Glancing at the time, Xue Lan swiftly powered down his computer and trailed behind Duan Wenzheng, making his way toward the rooms.

“Do you think…” A question started to tumble out of Duan Wenzheng’s mouth. His eyes settled on the child’s face. “That Wen Yan is acting strange today?”

Xue Lan’s expression grew increasingly curious as he observed Duan Wenzheng. He couldn’t shake the feeling that Duan Wenzheng excelled in everything except for his obliviousness toward emotions. Those words from Wen Yan just now seemed deliberately intended for Duan Wenzheng’s benefit!

The peculiarity arose because, during Wen Yan’s vulnerable moment bidding farewell to his teammate, his “archenemy” offered him steadfast encouragement!

He could see the situation so clearly, even as a spectator. Why couldn’t Duan Wenzheng understand?!

Anxiety churned within Xue Lan, and he felt an overwhelming urge to shake Duan Wenzheng’s shoulders. However, he hesitated, fearful of being exposed and worried that Duan Wenzheng might discern his thoughts about the CP. As a loyal fan, Xue Lan had embraced the CP because of his desire for Duan Wenzheng’s lifelong happiness. It was genuinely Reset’s happiness that tugged at his heartstrings!

Xue Lan concealed his inner turmoil and attempted to offer advice, saying, “I also noticed that today, the Captain seems to be paying special attention to you.”

“Me?” Duan Wenzheng raised his eyebrows. He looked at him with a half smile.

Xue Lan continued to guide patiently, “With Meng Qi’s departure today and your move from his room, perhaps Captain, amidst this loss, has recognized how…. harmonious your interactions have been lately?”

“Is that really so?” Duan Wenzheng did not say it but doubt leaked through his expression.

“… Did you not realize Captain is paying more attention to you than others?”

“Oh?” Duan Wenzheng stared at the child before him, feeling strange. An astounding possibility suddenly appeared in his head.

Xue Lan suddenly felt like he was talking to a wall. Despite Duan Wenzheng being so oblivious, Wen Yan, being so awkward, had made substantial compromises. How was it that Duan Wenzheng still couldn’t grasp his intentions!

No wonder the ‘ResetWind’ CP fans initially sided with Duan Wenzhen as the aggressor, even placing his ID at the forefront of their discussions. However, unexpectedly, due to fooling around excessively, he ended up escorting his partner to an unfavorable situation, forcefully assuming the submissive role.

Xue Lan gazed at Duan Wenzheng with bewilderment. Despite seemingly oblivious to Xue Lan’s subtle hints, Duan Wenzheng, for some inexplicable reason, had transitioned from a gloomy mood to a cheerful one, encouraging him to continue walking.

Duan Wenzheng nudged him toward the room, lightly hooking a hand around his shoulders. “It’s a relief you didn’t catch on. I truly wish you’ll stay blissfully unaware like this forever.”

“Unaware of?” Xue Lan looked at him, puzzled.

“Nothing.” Duan Wenzheng patted his shoulder, his mood remaining cheerful. “There’s a group interview tomorrow morning, rest up.”

Usually, this particular person would try to enter Xue Lan’s room before leaving. However, this time, maybe due to being in a good mood, he lazily stretched and headed toward his new room for real.

If Duan Wenzheng had not reminded him, Xue Lan would have forgotten about the next day’s group interview.

Even though he didn’t have to make any preparations, a brief interview was scheduled with esports-related media regarding LGW’s changes for the new season. All team members had to wake up an hour earlier to accommodate it.

Once Xue Lan returned to his room, he took a quick bath and set his alarm before checking his Weibo before bed.

This time, before he could switch to his secondary account, he noticed the top trending search —

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