154. BRN Club
Soldier explained the whole story.
Upon learning that the game indirectly led to Yun Ling's condition, Bronya couldn't help but feel a little guilty.
After all, it was because she asked Soldier to recruit Yun Ling as a professional player that Yun Ling's visits to internet cafes were exposed...
However, she hadn't expected Yun Ling's parents to go to such extremes.
It's just that life is unpredictable.
"Little Rabbit, show him around the club and test his current skill level. Ai-chan, come with me."
After Yun Ling jumped, Bronya didn't know if his injury would affect him.
But since Yun Ling wanted to continue on this path, testing was necessary.
Although the fault for the injury wasn't hers, Bronya was still willing to make some amends for Yun Ling.
Even if he couldn't return to his former peak, Bronya could consider making him a substitute player for the BRN team; his substantial salary would be enough to ensure his future.
"Come on, newbie," Little Rabbit said, leading Yun Ling on a tour of the club.
"This is the usual work area, the training ground, equipped with top-of-the-line equipment."
"Of course, if you're not used to it, you can pay for it yourself, or apply for funding from the captain to buy equipment you prefer. But I still don't recommend it, since our equipment is based on the equipment provided for the competition, so try to follow their requirements."
"This is the rest area. If you're tired after training, you can lie down here for a bit. Snacks and drinks are provided!"
"And here, and here too, this is the cafeteria. They provide breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a late-night snack every day. If you have any favorite dishes, you can tell Ai-chan; it's that green cabbage head from earlier."
"Oh, right, there are dormitories here, but usually not many people live there. But you're currently living in a dormitory, so let me show you."
Little Rabbit led him around, arranging his accommodation.
"A single room…" Yun Ling asked softly.
"Oh my~ You look honest, but you're actually thinking quite inappropriately." Little Rabbit couldn't help but tease him.
Yun Ling's cheeks flushed slightly, but he still didn't quite understand what Little Rabbit meant.
"Most of the people here are girls. Are you saying you want to live with a girl?" Little Rabbit covered her mouth and gently poked Yun Ling's waist with her elbow.
"Come on, tell me, who did you fancy at first glance? Bronya? Ai-chan? Or the receptionist? I have their WeChat IDs! Want me to recommend them to you?" Little Rabbit looked at Yun Ling with a gossipy expression.
"…I don't have a phone." Yun Ling shook his head.
"Uh…" Little Rabbit stammered.
"Then let Ai-chan take you to buy one later. We'll deduct the money from your first month's salary." Little Rabbit waved her hand.
"Salary?" Yun Ling tilted his head.
"Do you get paid for playing games?"
He thought the only way to earn money was by winning prizes in competitions.
"Of course! But... how much you get depends on your skill level." Little Rabbit's eyes darted around, lost in thought.
"Okay, I'll try my best." Yun Ling nodded.
Soon, Little Rabbit began testing Yun Ling.
Although a long time had passed, Yun Ling's fundamentals were still excellent—no, they hadn't regressed at all; he was the same as before.
His starting point was probably already the pinnacle for many players.
Genius is 99% perspiration and 1% inspiration.
But that 1% is far more important than the 99%.
The former raises the lower limit, the latter raises the upper limit.
"It seems the injury hasn't affected you too much," Little Rabbit commented, sitting on Yun Ling's shoulder.
Yun Ling didn't reply, simply completing the test quietly.
"Tsk, you need to change your quiet nature. Communication between teammates is essential," Little Rabbit advised.
"...Hmm." After a few seconds, Yun Ling responded with a single word.
"Sigh, fine, I won't pressure you. Take your time." Little Rabbit was completely speechless.
At this moment, Bronya and Ai returned.
"How were the test results?" Bronya asked.
"So far, it seems there hasn't been a major impact. It's about the same as a year ago. However, his awareness and playstyle are still stuck in the era of the Sixth League. His hero pool is also a problem, and there's his habit of not communicating... Aside from that, full marks."
Little Rabbit gave him a very high rating.
"There are still two months until the Seventh League starts. There's plenty of time now, allowing Yun Ling to integrate with the team."
"If we follow the description of his talent from Soldier, expanding his hero pool shouldn't be difficult."
Ai affectionately patted Yun Ling's head and commented.
"By the way, how's your leg recovering?" Bronya asked.
"I can barely jog," Yun Ling replied.
"That won't do. Esports is an extremely physically demanding sport. Starting tomorrow, jog with me every morning to improve your stamina," Bronya gave Yun Ling his first instruction.
She and Ai-chan had just left to check Yun Ling's medical records.
Although he jumped from the fourth floor, fortunately, the injuries were concentrated in his legs. With the nurse's help, he was able to complete some rehabilitation exercises and walk normally.
But the most serious issue was the host of intractable psychological problems. Although he was separated from his family, it didn't mean he was free from suffering.
The psychological problems still tormented him; who knew when Yun Ling might have suicidal thoughts again?
"Yes..." Yun Ling replied.
"You're getting a day off today. I'll give you two months' salary in advance so you can buy some things. Ai-chan, take him with you."
"Okay, Captain." Ai nodded without hesitation, pulling Yun Ling outside.
Along the way, Yun Ling remained indifferent to Ai's enthusiasm, mostly just nodding or replying with "hmm" or "oh."
But Ai's enthusiasm didn't wane; she continued to chatter on, introducing Yun Ling to everything around them.
She also briefly described the team's situation.
Currently, the team has two substitute top laners: Soldier and Li Sushang.
However, their skill level is only barely at Bronya's expected passing grade.
There are no substitutes for the other positions.
Ai plays the jungler, and through her description, Yun Ling also learned the names of the other two.
One is the captain, Bronya, whose game name is Brownie, and she plays the marksman.
The other is the vice-captain, Kiana, whose game name is "Moon Cat", a mid-laner.
However, the vice-captain is usually abroad, so she rarely appears at the club.
"By the way, Little Li is very competitive; you should be prepared to be challenged by her," Ai reminded him.
Yun Ling nodded, keeping these thoughts in mind.
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T/N [Translator Note]:
Sorry for the late update, I got too tired from work yesterday to translate.