Little Lame Donkey Killer: I made it to the national competition!

In the club’s living room, team members were picking up their clothes. Yuan Xiu neatly folded the team uniform and packed it into his suitcase, then casually picked up his phone.

Yuan Xiu: Good luck.

Little Lame Donkey Killer: -w-

Yuan Xiu put down his phone and continued organizing his suitcase. Shortly after, his phone screen lit up again.

Little Lame Donkey Killer: [Bird][Bird][Bird]

Yuan Xiu: Just say what you need.

Little Lame Donkey Killer: I saw a post on X’s official account that you’re going to Korea for a competition. Good luck!

Yuan Xiu: Okay.

Little Lame Donkey Killer: I’ll come to the airport to see you off. [Smile]

Yuan Xiu: The baggage allowance is 15kg, don’t even think about asking me to buy anything.

Little Lame Donkey Killer: Nevermind! qaq

Yuan Xiu finished packing his luggage and weighed it. The number jumped to 12kg.

He paused for a moment before quickly typing a message: “Brand and model.”

Lu Manman sat on the bed, waving excitedly to Cheng Yu and Xia Tian, “Agreed, agreed! Hurry up and tell me what you want.”

Ten minutes later, Yuan Xiu received a long list of skincare and makeup products.

Yuan Xiu stood up, hands on his hips, frowning at his suitcase, wondering if he should pack fewer clothes.

Little Lame Donkey Killer: Maybe… too much? [Nervous]

Yuan Xiu: What do you think?

Little Lame Donkey Killer: Then… then no face masks, no, I need the face masks, but no toner. Toner is heavy.

Two minutes later, another text came in: “Let’s skip the face masks after all! qaq”

So conflicted.

Yuan Xiu looked at the team members.

“Gu Zhefeng, don’t bring your gaming controller; Ah Heng, leave a few pairs of your sports shoes behind too.”

Ah Heng picked up his suitcase, “It’s not overweight!”

Yuan Xiu affirmed, “Trust me, you’ll end up bringing back more stuff than what you take there.”

Ah Heng nodded and took out a few pairs of sports shoes from his suitcase, saying, “I’ll probably go on a shopping spree in Korea, the captain is considerate.”

Gu Zhefeng reluctantly caressed his Sony gaming controller, looking at Yuan Xiu with resentment, “I want to bring it.”

Yuan Xiu ruthlessly said, “Absolutely not.”

Gu Zhefeng: Fascismヽ( 0)ノ

Ren Xiang hummed a tune, looking knowing, and with a sly smile, he said, “Zhefeng, don’t mind him. This guy is definitely buying makeup for a girl, can’t fit them in his own luggage, and is here to squeeze your space.”

Gu Zhefeng’s resentful expression deepened.

Yuan Xiu looked at Ren Xiang, “Ren Xiang, you just packed fifteen boxes of condoms, thinking I didn’t notice. You can’t bring even one box.”

Ren Xiang slammed his suitcase on the ground, pointing at Yuan Xiu and shouting, “Fascist!”

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Lu Manman and Cheng Yu were searching for skincare brands worth buying in Korea when Lu Manman’s phone vibrated. It was a WeChat message from Yuan Xiu, with a picture of a silver rimowa suitcase.

Yuan Xiu: All set for departure.

Little Lame Donkey Killer: Roar!

Lu Manman glanced at her phone and noticed something off.

She zoomed in to take a closer look, only to discover a black mask with a Smiling W logo hanging on the handle of the suitcase, swaying back and forth.

Little Lame Donkey Killer: !!!

Yuan Xiu: [Smile]

Little Lame Donkey Killer: Why did you bring that?

Yuan Xiu: To borrow some luck from my goddess.

Little Lame Donkey Killer: I’ve had no luck these past two years, only bad luck. Don’t borrow mine. [Facepalm]

Yuan Xiu: “Be good at this national competition, play beautifully, and surprise us.”

Lu Manman almost instantly replied to this message: “Ahh! You want me!”

Seeing the four words “You want me,” Yuan Xiu felt a slightly unfamiliar sensation in his heart.

Little Lame Donkey Killer: “X wants me? Really?”

Yuan Xiu: “Usually slow as a snail, but sharp enough in gaming matters.”

Little Lame Donkey Killer: [Shy] “Really? Really?”

Yuan Xiu: “I want you.”

Little Lame Donkey Killer: “I will definitely perform well! [Kisses][Kisses][Kisses]”

The other person retracted a message.

Little Lame Donkey Killer: “I will definitely perform well! [Flowers][Flowers][Flowers]”

She retracted all the previously sent kiss emojis, but Yuan Xiu still noticed. He set down his phone, a smile spreading across his lips.

Ren Xiang discreetly tucked a long strip of condoms into his underwear, prompting Yuan Xiu to say, “Take them out, not even one box allowed.”

Ren Xiang pointed at him, exclaiming, “Foul play! You can flirt, but I can’t date!”

Yuan Xiu remained composed, “You’re consorting with Korean girls, betraying the team. As the captain, I can’t let you be marked forever in disgrace.”

Ren Xiang nearly jumped with indignation, “Please, just let me be marked forever in disgrace!”

…

As the sun set in the west, Lu Manman and Cheng Yu stood by the corridor, waiting for Xia Tian.

The guitarist, Zhou Yan, who had connected with Xia Tian on WeChat, had brought gloves for her. They chatted for a while before Zhou Yan bid her a reluctant farewell.

On their way back, Cheng Yu teased Xia Tian, “I made time to come to school to see you and even brought you a gift. Can’t we chat a bit longer?”

Playing with the woolen gloves, Xia Tian coyly replied, “There’s a bar gathering tonight. He invited me out, but I have a quiz tomorrow, so I need to go back and study.”

Cheng Yu shook his head and sighed, “You’re such a good girl. Poor Zhou is going to be heartbroken for two seconds.”

Lu Manman exclaimed in surprise, “You used to be so focused on your studies due to your empty and dull life. I get that. But now that you’re in a relationship, it’s hard to understand why you still prioritize studying.”

“Who’s the one with the empty and dull life,” Xia Tian retorted, “American girl, you’re so blunt, I feel like fighting you.”

“Come on, miss, I’ll take you on,” Lu Manman leaned in, “If you miss this opportunity, you won’t find another like it. No one has dared to approach Smiling W’s face.”

Cheng Yu: “!!!”

Lu Manman didn’t hide anything, “I thought you both had already figured it out.”

“Smiling W!” Cheng Yu pointed at Lu Manman, incredulous, “What the heck are you joking about with me!”

Lu Manman mysteriously replied, “I am Smiling W, but please don’t tell anyone. Truth be told, the American team purchased the Silver Wing Assassin to chase after Miss, who had to hide her identity to survive until today.”

Xia Tian covered her mouth in awe, “Oh! I won’t say anything! I’ll keep it a secret for sure!”

Cheng Yu:…

Xia Tian immediately turned to Lu Manman mysteriously, “By the way, what is Smiling W? It sounds like a code name for an FBI special agent group. Are you a spy sent by the American government?”

Cheng Yu:…

Lu Manman: “Girl, your imagination knows no bounds.”

In the campus bubble tea shop, Lu Manman recounted to Cheng Yu and Xia Tian everything that had happened in the past six months, including her retirement due to a leg injury, the friendship forged with the X team, and the opportunity that brought her to China.

Cheng Yu lowered his voice, but his excitement was hard to contain, “I knew it! Watching you play, I knew you weren’t just an ordinary person! You truly are Smiling W!”

Lu Manman chuckled and playfully nudged Cheng Yu with her long legs, saying, “Goddess’s golden thighs are all yours.”

Cheng Yu pushed her away, saying disdainfully, “Okay, the Smiling W image has been successfully shattered; you’re no longer my goddess.”

Lu Manman: “Hey!”

Finally understanding, Xia Tian said, “So, Smiling W is a professional player who excels in competitive gaming.”

Lu Manman nodded solemnly, “A woman who doesn’t even know what ‘w’ stands for. I really wanted to sail the boat of friendship with you.”

Cheng Yu remarked, “Don’t be too upset; she doesn’t even know who Wang Nima is.”

Lu Manman, puzzled, asked, “Who is Wang Nima?”

Cheng Yu:…

“You were injured, but during the competition, I didn’t notice any signs of leg trouble,” Cheng Yu looked at Lu Manman’s legs, “Is it the left or right one?”

“Left side,” Lu Manman gently touched her knee, “It’s a strained tendon.”

As she spoke, Xia Tian quickly searched the professional term online and read out, “Damage caused by excessive muscle activity… sharp pain in the leg and back when straightening the leg.”

Lu Manman continued, “After rehabilitating for half a year, the pain has subsided, but my speed is not what it used to be.”

Cheng Yu nodded, “In the past, Smiling W was almost like a phantom killer in the competitive scene, but from watching the game videos of the past six months, it seems that the speed has indeed slowed down a bit. Still fast, just not as much as before.”

Lu Manman sighed, “I can’t push my speed, or the old injury might resurface. That’s the main reason Queen wanted me to leave.”

Seeing her feeling down, Cheng Yu immediately reassured her, “Even if your speed has slowed down, it’s okay. Your other abilities are not affected at all, and your strength remains formidable.”

“But compared to before, there’s a difference.”

The past Smiling W was in perfect condition, while the current m4 had some imperfections.

This was the main reason she decided to leave Smiling W behind. It wasn’t about showing off or pretending to be weak; it was because of Smiling W’s undefeated record in the past. She didn’t want to tarnish that reputation.

Lack of confidence.

….

Distant Little Lame Donkey: Has my dear Xiu Xiu safely landed?

Yuan Xiu: Arrived early.

Distant Little Lame Donkey: You didn’t even text me after landing, my heart was worried.

Yuan Xiu: …I’m browsing skincare products for you. If it’s not genuine, don’t say caring words. It’s insincere.

Distant Little Lame Donkey: Thank you, Xiu!

Yuan Xiu: Call me Xiu ge (brother).

Distant Little Lame Donkey: Xiu Xiu oppa. -333-

His lips curved slightly, forming a charming smile. Even the Korean ladies at the counter couldn’t help but glance at him a few more times. In fluent English, one of them asked, “Are you choosing skincare products for your girlfriend?”

“My wife.”

“Wow, you’re so young to be married!”

Yuan Xiu’s smile deepened, as he pulled out the list Lu Manman had sent him, “Do you have everything on this list?”

The attendant glanced at their phone and replied, “We have everything. How many do you need?”

“Three of each, please. Thank you.”

…

The bright moon hung by the intricately carved window, the moon in this foreign land seemingly no different.

The hotel’s family suite was decorated in a vintage style.

In the living room, after discussing and finalizing their strategic plan, the night had grown late.

Ren Xiang, resentfully staring at the large bag of skincare products Yuan Xiu had just brought back, muttered to himself, “As expected…”

Curious like a baby, Gu Zhefeng bounced over and rummaged through the bag.

Yuan Xiu remarked, “These are all for girls, what are you looking for?”

Gu Zhefeng nonchalantly replied, “I’m checking if the captain is carrying any personal items.”

“What personal items could they carry?”

“Such as sexy lingerie or a vibrator.”

Yuan Xiu turned to Ren Xiang, “Our team’s only innocent member has been corrupted by you.”

Ren Xiang pointed at Gu Zhefeng and yelled frantically, “Gu Zhefeng, even the pot you use to ripen fruits quickly through unhealthy websites, you want to throw it at me! Fascist!”

Ah Heng explained to Yuan Xiu, “During airport security inspection, Ren Xiang’s vibrator had lithium batteries inside, and it was discovered, quite embarrassing.”

“What does this have to do with Zhefeng?” Yuan Xiu asked, looking at Gu Zhefeng who was carefully checking his pockets.

Ah Heng elaborated, “Ren Xiang hid his vibrator in Gu Zhefeng’s luggage. It was found during inspection, and Gu Zhefeng burst into tears right in front of the security lady.”

Yuan Xiu:…