Understanding the Hundred Blossoms Style

Chen Guo looked at the two retired Glory gods standing in front of her, her breathing becoming rapid. She had never imagined she could be so close to these Glory legends, who had always seemed so distant and unreachable to a small player like her.

"How about asking for an autograph?" Liu Hao whispered in Chen Guo's ear.

"Can I?" Chen Guo asked excitedly.

Zhang Jiale laughed heartily, "Of course, but we didn't bring any autographed photos since we came out to have fun. Give me an address, and we'll mail them to you later."

Chen Guo, hearing this, didn't hold back and promptly gave the address of Xingxin Internet Cafe.

"Alright, Xingxin Internet Cafe in H City, I've got it," Zhang Jiale noted, then casually asked, "So, are you a fan of Hundred Blossoms?"

"No, I'm a fan of Excellent Era," Chen Guo replied bluntly.

Zhang Jiale's expression stiffened. There was bad blood between Excellent Era and Hundred Blossoms, especially since Excellent Era had defeated Hundred Blossoms in the finals of the third season, costing them the championship. He suddenly regretted agreeing to send the autographs.

At this moment, Sun Zheping stepped forward, smiling, "Liu Hao, you played well in last night's match."

"Thank you. It's all thanks to the tips you gave me on swordsmen, which helped me improve my close combat skills," Liu Hao responded modestly.

Zhang Jiale, however, was not convinced, "You only won against Hundred Blossoms because I retired. If I hadn't, your baiting tactics and 2-2 split strategy wouldn't have worked against me."

Liu Hao ignored Zhang Jiale, focusing instead on Sun Zheping, "I came here mainly to express my gratitude and to give you a gift."

"A gift? What kind of gift?" Sun Zheping asked curiously.

Like performing a magic trick, Liu Hao produced an ice-blue crystal bottle, a healing spray he had obtained as a system reward.

"This is something I got from abroad. It's a high-tech product using biological nanotechnology. Most importantly, it can heal your hand injury with no side effects," Liu Hao said softly.

While Sun Zheping was still in a daze, Zhang Jiale excitedly snatched the crystal bottle, "Really? This little thing can heal Old Sun's hand injury?!"

"Absolutely. If you don't believe me, you can try it," Liu Hao said with a smile.

Sun Zheping took the crystal bottle from Zhang Jiale and handed it back to Liu Hao, "I've been undergoing treatment for years, but the doctors have always said my hand injury is incurable."

"You don't believe me?" Liu Hao frowned.

Sun Zheping smiled, "It's not that. Even if this can really heal my hand, such a precious item must be costly. I'd feel bad accepting it."

Hearing this, Liu Hao thought Sun Zheping was indeed a modest and polite person, "It's okay. This is a new product designed by a friend of mine abroad. He needs experimental subjects… I mean data support. But I guarantee it's safe, harmless, and effective."

Before Sun Zheping could react, Liu Hao quickly opened the crystal bottle and sprayed it on Sun Zheping's left hand.

The mist sparkled. Sun Zheping instinctively pulled back his hand but felt no pain or other sensations, just as if it had been sprayed with water.

Then, Sun Zheping felt a significant reduction in the numbness of his left hand, making it more comfortable than ever. This familiar feeling reminded him of the fourth season.

"Old Sun? How does it feel?" Zhang Jiale asked, watching Sun Zheping's changing expression. Sun Zheping's face showed a complex mix of surprise, shock, joy, and disbelief.

"This thing…"

"It's real! If you use it more often, it can completely heal you, and you'll have no problem returning to your peak," Liu Hao said persuasively, not giving Sun Zheping a chance to respond before stuffing the crystal bottle into his arms.

"Liu Hao, wait. This is too powerful… I mean, it's too valuable. I… I can't accept it," Sun Zheping said firmly, but his eyes were full of reluctance. He had always dreamed of returning to his peak, and now the opportunity was right in front of him…

Zhang Jiale, however, slapped Sun Zheping on the head, "Just take it! It's finally something that can treat your hand injury, and you want to give it back?"

After a moment of hesitation, Sun Zheping's eyes became determined. He pocketed the crystal bottle and said, "Thank you, Liu Hao. I owe you a big favour, one I might never be able to repay."

"Haha, you're exaggerating," Liu Hao laughed. His goal was to make Sun Zheping owe him a favour. Sun Zheping was a loyal and grateful person, and by helping him heal his hand, Liu Hao ensured he would have Sun Zheping's assistance in the future.

Sun Zheping had many fans and could significantly help defeat Tao Xuan. Although Ye Qiu was his rival, he wasn't the wrong person; he was just too straightforward.

"Hey, hey, hey, my dear, why do you look so sinister when you laugh?" Chen Guo asked, puzzled.

"Huh? Do I?" Liu Hao adjusted his expression.

"Thank you, Liu Hao!" Zhang Jiale suddenly said thoughtfully, "You helped Old Sun with his hand injury. From now on, you're my brother. If you need help, just ask!"

Wow, an unexpected gain. Zhang Jiale's influence was much more significant than Sun Zheping's… Liu Hao chuckled sinisterly.

Chen Guo, observing Liu Hao's changing expressions, felt he was plotting something. Why else would he look so sneaky?

"Liu Hao, want to play a game?" Sun Zheping suggested.

"Glory?" Chen Guo interjected, "But there are no computers here."

"Pool, my dear," Zhang Jiale laughed, "How about a 2-on-2 match with a little wager?"

"Sure, what's the bet?" Liu Hao agreed.

Hearing it was a 2-on-2 match, Chen Guo panicked: "Wait, wait. I'm not good at this!"

No one paid attention to Chen Guo. Liu Hao hugged her neck and said softly, "Don't worry, leave everything to me."

Zhang Jiale, always up for fun, suggested, "Old Sun and I will be one team, and you two the other. We each take one shot per turn, best of seven. If you win, I'll give you my understanding of gunner professions and the Hundred Blossoms style. But if we win…"

"You treat us to dinner tonight!" Sun Zheping laughed.

"No problem!" Liu Hao agreed.

Zhang Jiale's insights on gunner professions and the Hundred Blossoms style were invaluable. Liu Hao was overjoyed. Although he wasn't good at pool, after last night's match and defeating Derilo and Forest Blossoming Chaos, the system rewarded him with professional-level pool skills and advanced geometry mastery. As long as his partner didn't sink the black ball prematurely, he could easily beat these amateur players.

(End of the chapter)

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