Due to Lin Lan’s extreme interruption, Galio’s advantage was completely wiped out.
The bottom lane instantly turned into a 4v4 situation, where Jiang Jin and Xu Shengwei relied on their combination advantage to continuously attack. Coupled with Xiao Shengjing’s ultimate ability to turn off the lights, it instantly threw ENG’s lineup into chaos.
ENG’s Taliyah was instantly killed on the spot. The support also died miserably, leaving only Tristana and Sion unable to harvest. They could only watch as the four members of DT with low health left one after another.
After this team fight, it dealt a heavy blow to ENG.
They initially had an early-game lineup, but unexpectedly fell into an economic disadvantage.
And the root of it all lies in Lin Lan’s invincible maneuvers.
How did he predict it?
The replay from the director’s perspective was playing on the big screen. From Lin Lan’s perspective, he could only see Galio’s approximate movement direction. Moreover, just before Galio entered the bush, Lin Lan’s vision in that area disappeared just right, meaning he completely lacked vision of that brush. So how did he judge that Qi Mo would use his ultimate here?
And he grasped the timing so accurately. Was he predicting while switching screens?
In the replay, the director even added slow motion, allowing everyone to see Lin Lan’s actions clearly.
It was clearly visible that the moment “Hero Entrance” appeared in the bottom lane, Lin Lan seemed as confident as if he could see Galio in that bush. He immediately used a series of skills to fly toward the bush. Throughout this process, he never doubted his decision, using his ultimate and flash directly together.
From this moment on, things became absurd, resembling some kind of metaphysical phenomenon beyond human comprehension.
The commentator, full of incredulity, said, “Ah, did he just forcefully interrupt? Why is Kiner so confident that Galio will definitely use his ultimate in this bush?”
This was also the question Qi Mo wanted to know.
The ward in that bush clearly disappeared right in front of his eyes. When he entered, he even deliberately placed a real ward, confirming that Lin Lan didn’t have vision there before feeling relieved to use his ultimate.
How did he guess it? Could it be…
“My goodness, Lin Lan, did you interrupt Qi Mo’s ultimate in the blind spot?” Jiang Jin realized belatedly, “How did you predict that?”
Lin Lan smiled casually, “Qi Mo lost because he’s too cautious.”
He had fought against Qi Mo for five years in the original world, understanding him even more deeply than he understood himself.
The moment that ward disappeared in front of Qi Mo, as cautious as he is, he would instinctively consider that bush a safe spot and release his ultimate.
Moreover, he would choose a corner where even if Azir’s ultimate passed by, it couldn’t knock him down, ensuring that his ultimate would succeed 100%.
Being cautious is a good thing, but it’s also a bad thing.
Under Qi Mo’s almost obsessive pursuit of stability, it wasn’t difficult for Lin Lan to reverse-engineer his psychology.
He switched screens instantly to the bottom lane, planned his route, used flash to change his position, and adjusted his ultimate by 90 degrees, forming a spiral R that flew over unexpectedly, interrupting Qi Mo’s ultimate from an unforeseen angle.
This maneuver wasn’t 100% successful.
But Lin Lan did it.
In that moment of success, Lin Lan felt like he had reached some kind of new realm.
In this realm, he clearly sensed that Qi Mo was not on the same level as him. As if he had touched upon a higher echelon.
In the instant of the sudden burst of light, it seemed like the shadow Qi Mo had left in his heart was also dispersed. He even felt that no matter how many times Qi Mo came at him, he would still be able to interrupt his ultimate flawlessly.
But this feeling quickly vanished.
Lin Lan seemed to have opened a door, but he didn’t have the ability to fully open it yet. With a slight release of pressure, that door slammed shut heavily once again.
After this wave, Lin Lan repeatedly attempted to open that door. From the perspective of the big screen, he seemed like he was cheating, constantly interrupting Qi Mo’s ultimate.
He seemed to transform into a prophet, able to foresee all of Qi Mo’s moves. It was a kind of overwhelming suppression. Even top players like Qi Mo were unable to catch their breath under his pressure.
How could this be? Clearly, he had brought out his best form, improving countless times since their last encounter. So why could he still feel the oppressive aura emanating from Lin Lan?
In his mind, Lin Lan had already taken on the form of a creator, effortlessly exerting dominance and easily suppressing his every effort.
In one team fight, Qi Mo made a rare mistake, a mistake that should never have happened to him, leading to his team almost being wiped out.
The player hailed as the one with zero mistakes actually made such a grave error in the final showdown…
In the director’s camera, he looked like a taut bowstring, sweat dripping from his forehead to his chin. His gaze was unable to focus, appearing somewhat lost.
The venue filled with murmurs of astonishment, the barrage continuously questioning: [What’s wrong with Qi Mo?]
[This doesn’t seem like a mistake he would make!]
[Who’s commanding ENG after all?]
[Feels like Qi Mo has been stunned.]
[Damn it. Qi Mo’s mental state is always off after facing Lin Lan.]
[It was the same last time, and it’s the same this time.]
[My goodness, what did Lin Lan do to Qi Mo?]
[Is his suppression really that strong?]
[Ah…?]
[Qi Mo, hold on!]
At the venue, Qi Mo felt as if he were struggling to breathe like a drowning person unable to hear any sound. He felt as if a pair of hands were choking his throat, countless vines entangling his hands…
Here it comes again. That feeling came again.
Lin Lan’s pressure on him was stronger than ever before, a force that seemed almost as if it would tear him apart.
Can he still not win against him?
Qi Mo felt utterly powerless.
The voice of his teammates came through: “Damn it. They’ve got three elemental dragons…”
With a 5000 gold deficit against a late-game composition, Qi Mo didn’t know how they could win in the late game. But when he thought about being the captain, carrying the team’s expectations, the trust of his teammates, and the love of the fans, he couldn’t afford to fall. So he gritted his teeth with an iron will, firmly resisting wave after wave of attacks.
Lin Lan also didn’t expect Qi Mo to be so stubborn even on the brink of death. After three failed assaults, Xiao Shengjing could only change tactics: “If we can’t break through, let’s play defensively.”
But playing defensively would just revive Galio’s advantage, wouldn’t it?
Lin Lan still felt, “Let’s go for Baron, captain. Qi Mo has great tenacity. As long as we give him a chance, he can drag the game back with economic advantages. We can’t let him do as he pleases.”
Playing defensively was indeed the best choice. Exchanging resources with ENG, who was at the end of their tether, seemed like a sure win. Conversely, going for Baron was likely to trigger ENG’s team fight.
However, Xiao Shengjing still carefully considered Lin Lan’s words. “Can we do it?”
“We can. I know Qi Mo. In a situation where he’s unsure if we’re going for Baron, he won’t initiate a team fight recklessly. We’ll just go for Baron directly. With my Sand Soldiers, taking Baron will be very fast.”
Qi Mo was good at everything. He is exceptionally talented but suffered many losses due to his cautiousness.
He was the type who would rather be pushed over than engage in a team fight with less than a 50% chance of winning.
Jiang Jin cleared the vision around the Baron pit, and Xu Shengwei immediately stopped split pushing and rushed towards the pit. All signs indicated that DT was about to engage.
However, Qi Mo kept a trick up his sleeve.
In this pitch-black map, the enemy could very well be ambushing them.
Qi Mo: “Let’s hold off for now and ward first.”
As they set up their formation and placed wards, at the moment the vision was established, they caught a glimpse of DT finishing off Baron, leaving it with just a sliver of health.
Zhang Chao immediately became anxious. He flashed down from above the Baron pit to contest for the Baron, but Lin Lan pushed him away with one ultimate. Xiao Shengjing smote down the Baron, successfully securing the Baron buff.
The commentators on stage were so excited that they almost ran out of breath: “DT actually just burst down Baron! Honestly, ENG should have engaged directly in this situation! What are they hesitating for?”
ENG’s composition was built for team fights, and they had endless advantages around the Baron pit.
Moreover, when DT took down Baron, all of their members would have reduced magic resistance and armor, making them more vulnerable.
As long as Taliyah’s ultimate came into play, with Galio and Sion following up, they would have won this team fight! Plus, with Zilean’s quick support and Kiner’s death, they could definitely match DT!
But did ENG just waste this opportunity like that!?
Fans were disappointed: [What’s the use of being so stable! Apart from the first game, they’ve all been losses!]
[Look at how DT is countering your tactics. Haven’t you learned yet?]
[And they still have time for management. It’s urgent now!]
[How could you waste such a good opportunity?]
[Why does ENG become so clueless when facing DT?]
[Even the Korean teams have more spirit than you!]
DT’s instant Baron take left ENG bewildered.
From the moment they noticed Jiang Xu’s movements to when they secured Baron, the whole process took less than 10 seconds…
There was a buzzing in Qi Mo’s mind. Knowing that this game was beyond redemption, he still dutifully carried out every duty. He could indeed perform perfectly, but what’s the use?
They simply couldn’t win!
The harsh reality was right in front of him.
Watching the opponents advance with the Baron buff, Qi Mo couldn’t help but feel a bit envious of Lin Lan.
He was still daring and bold, never hesitating, without any worries, always confident and dazzling, like a rising star.
Yet, after so many years in the professional scene, he had somehow smoothed out some of his edges, losing his true self.
The moment the Nexus was destroyed, Qi Mo felt an overwhelming sting of defeat. But what followed was a kind of rejuvenation.
Since stability couldn’t secure victory, he decided to take drastic measures.
As long as it meant victory, he was willing to undergo any transformation.
The words “Victory” flashed on the screen. Laughter from teammates echoed in his ears, and Lin Lan chuckled along but quickly restrained himself.
He took off his headphones and glanced at Qi Mo, who was slightly hunched over. For some reason, he felt a sense of unease brewing.
Could Qi Mo really be defeated so easily?
“Lin Lan, what are you looking at?”
“Nothing.”
“Let’s go.”
“Okay.”
