I'm a Little Tired, Goodbye! (Third Update)

Unlike the Jinghai University Team's joyful celebration, the Shandong University Team was shrouded in gloom and despair.

Because of their home advantage, the media did not neglect the home team, and many reporters surrounded them to interview them about their feelings about the defeat.

But... the five members of the Shandong University Team really didn't want this treatment. Losing the game and then having to give a speech... Please, we're already in a bad mood, we just want some peace and quiet...

I may think about it, but I still have to be on my guard when facing the media, otherwise I don't know how these uncrowned kings will be written about.

"Zhang Yubin, as the reigning champion, you were easily defeated by Xiang Hui when your skills were almost complete and you were in top form. Some people are saying that your loss is the beginning of Shandong University's collapse. What are your thoughts on this statement?"

Zhang Yubin's eyes darted around slightly. "In the early stages, the attacking side has an advantage. They can designate an awakened warrior whose style counters their own. As everyone knows, agile assassins are the best counter to ranged archers like me..."

"You mean the team's formation and strategy?" the female reporter quickly seized the opportunity.

Suddenly, several pairs of eyes shot over; they were all teammates from Shandong University.

A bead of cold sweat broke out on the back of Zhang Yubin's forehead, and he quickly denied it. "Of course not! Actually, the game I lost didn't determine the outcome of the whole competition. As you all know, besides Bai Xiaowen, the Jinghai University Team still had one player who hadn't played yet."

"So, it seems Jinghai University is just too strong," the female reporter concluded.

"Well... I guess so?" Zhang Yubin couldn't very well say that Jinghai University was weak, otherwise wouldn't that Ming Shan University Team was even weaker?

"Then I have one last question," the charming, deer-like female reporter blinked, a hint of slyness in her eyes, "I noticed that before the match, Zhang Yubin made some comments, saying that the Jinghai University Team and Bai Xiaowen were no match for him... Now, with the result of the match, does Zhang Yubin have anything to add to his previous statement?"

Zhang Yubin was furious. "Are you here to cause trouble?!"

Suppressing his anger, Zhang Yubin asked, "Which newspaper are you from? What's your name?"

"Jinghai Daily, Wei Xiaoxiao," the female reporter said with a smile, "I also noticed that after the first match of the King of the Hill Mode, contestant Zhang Yubin made a very impolite throat-slitting gesture towards the camera. So, now that the match result..."

"Stop, stop!" Zhang Yubin waved his hand angrily. "I'm a little tired, goodbye!" He refused to say anything more and turned to leave.

Although there is a status difference between awakened individuals and ordinary people, Wei Xiaoxiao is not afraid of Zhang Yubin, an Elite Awakened. Putting aside her family background, just her identity as a reporter alone would make Zhang Yubin dare not do anything to her.

Furthermore, in the Psychic Energy Era, most awakened individuals hope to maintain a good public image. Awakened individuals who actively bully ordinary people are highly despised. Going too far might even lead to official bans.

Wei Xiaoxiao then grabbed Fatty Bao: "Captain Bao Yiming, may I ask...?"

"Stop, stop," Bao Yiming snorted. "I know what you're trying to do, you just want to make a few sarcastic remarks, right? Just say it, Fatty can take it!"

"Captain Bao, you've misunderstood," Wei Xiaoxiao said. Having worked for a year and gained experience traveling all over the country, she remained unmoved by Bao Yiming's lack of cooperation and even veiled sarcasm. "I just wanted to ask, what is your opinion of Captain Bai of the Jinghai University Team?"

In reality, Wei Xiaoxiao's nitpicking was selective. She had long been a member of Bai Xiaowen's fan club, and she was responsible for posting and providing live updates on the fan website's comment section for both matches. As for Zhang Yubin, she had disliked him for a long time, and it was only natural for her to take the opportunity of the interview to make a few sarcastic remarks.

None of the other students at Shandong University were as "outspoken" as Zhang Yubin, so Wei Xiaoxiao had no intention of making things difficult for him.

Seeing that Wei Xiaoxiao was asking questions earnestly instead of being difficult, Bao Yiming was taken aback. He glanced at the lively, youthful Wei Xiaoxiao and felt a little embarrassed.

"Well... Bai Xiaowen is a very formidable opponent. I can't beat him one-on-one," Bao Yiming said cautiously. "I think there's practically no one in the entire CUAA league who can beat him in a one-on-one fight. Only those with exceptionally strong professional skills have a chance of winning. There's a reason why he was able to defeat five opponents in a row against the long-established top four university, Jiangnan University."

Wei Xiaoxiao was secretly pleased. She felt good that someone was praising her idol. At the same time, she also realized Bao Yiming was cunning under his honest appearance. By dragging Jiangnan University out to criticize him, Shandong University's defeat didn't seem so shameful.

Thinking of the little incident during Bai Xiaowen and Bao Yiming's final match, Wei Xiaoxiao asked again, "Captain Bao, what did you mean by that sentence you shouted during the match?"

Which sentence?

"It's just... the dog food is too delicious..."

Bao Yiming's face immediately darkened. "I'm sorry, I'm a little tired, goodbye..."

Another interviewee ran away, Wei Xiaoxiao looked at the remaining three members of the Shandong University Team...

Yu Ting lost her composure. "Excuse me, I have something urgent to attend to, I have to go now."

Mi Yuan coughed and said, "My stomach hurts, I need to use the restroom, could you please let me through..."

Shi Haiyan: "I..."

Ultimately, Shi Haiyan was the slowest to react, was stopped. Wei Xiaoxiao's interview question was his evaluation of Li Shuyi.

Shi Haiyan answered quite seriously, "She's an incredibly strong Awakened One, with an unbelievable number of KEY cards. You know what I mean by KEY cards, right? They're killer moves that can potentially change the course of a battle once used... I really envy her for being in a fixed team with Boss Bai Xiaowen. Or you could say that someone who can be in a fixed team with Boss Bai Xiaowen is definitely not weak."

Wei Xiaoxiao laughed again. "I didn't even dare to let you praise your idol, and you're being so sensible!"

As a loyal fan, Wei Xiaoxiao had no reason not to seize the opportunity and immediately asked, "Are you very familiar with Captain Bai Xiaowen? What's your impression of him?"

"I wouldn't say we're particularly close, but we were fortunate enough to explore the Treasure Ground Space together," Shi Haiyan said. "Boss Bai Xiaowen is a very capable Hero Class, but more impressive than his strength is his intellect and ability to uncover hidden missions. Moreover, Boss Bai Xiaowen is also a very principled strongman. When you temporarily team up with him, he won't abuse his strength; he always leaves enough room for his temporary teammates to gain advantages..."

Wei Xiaoxiao was very satisfied and thanked him repeatedly.

Meanwhile, Bai Xiaowen, unaware that he had been hyped up, had already led the Jinghai University Team, along with Yan Xiaoxin, on their journey home, carrying the glory of reaching the quarterfinals back to Jinghai.