Chapter 30 Let Me Cook for You on Stream.…

Chapter 30: Livestreaming a Cooking Session for Everyone...

Yu Xin's post ignited a firestorm among the gaming community on the Flying Fish Platform.

"?? Did I see that right? He actually agreed?"

"Emmm, gotta admire his nerve."

"Totally unnecessary. Last Road's Mad Dog is clearly setting him up. Why is this newbie walking right into the trap?"

"Perhaps it's a case of a newborn calf not fearing the tiger (leans back emoji)."

"Uh, the streamer does have some game skills, but isn't he getting a bit ahead of himself? He's just a newbie, after all. What makes him think he can compete with a big streamer like that?"

"What's wrong with this streamer!! Get your head straight! We wouldn't think less of you if you refused!"

"I thought we'd finally see Brother Dog get his comeuppance, but he pulled through again. So boring."

Meanwhile, Last Road's Mad Dog's fans, who were fuming and helpless yesterday, now felt vindicated. They swarmed Yu Xin's comments section with taunts:

"No way, no way, does this guy seriously think he can beat Brother Dog?"

"LOL, the so-called Polaris of the gaming section? He hasn't even taken off and he's already this arrogant. Watch him crash and burn mid-flight."

"Have you practiced how you'll call Brother Dog 'daddy' after you lose? Hahahahahahaha."

Out of the tens of thousands of comments, almost none were in Yu Xin's favor.

Cheng Zikun, constantly monitoring the comments under Yu Xin's post, couldn't help but voice his concern. "Brother Xin, they're not entirely wrong. As things stand, we definitely can't win against Last Road's Mad Dog. His usual viewership is already high, and now his fans are all waiting to help him regain face."

Would they really end up having to call Brother Dog "daddy"?

If that happened, Yu Xin probably wouldn't be able to continue on Flying Fish. No matter how skilled he was, whenever audiences mentioned him in the future, the first thing that would come to mind would be the streamer who lost a PK and called Brother Dog "daddy."

How utterly humiliating would that be?

Brother Xin was truly impulsive this time. Some things can't be solved just by being good at gaming.

He should have stopped him back then. Sigh.

"No need to worry about that. Since I agreed, of course I have a plan." Yu Xin remained calm and composed, as though nothing could truly fluster him.

"However, there is something I need your help with."

"Just say the word, Brother Xin!" Cheng Zikun's expression immediately turned serious. If it would help Yu Xin win against Last Road's Mad Dog, he would do whatever it takes!

"The place I'm staying now is too small, and it's not fully equipped. Do you have any vacant properties? Preferably one with a fully-stocked kitchen."

"I do have a few," Cheng Zikun owned several properties in Capital Star himself. If necessary, he could even ask his brother for one.

But why did Brother Xin need a property, especially one with a kitchen? Feeling puzzled, he asked.

"You'll find out when the time comes," Yu Xin chuckled softly on the other end. "There are also some things I need you to help me find. I'll send you a list once I've compiled it. I might need to reimburse you for the costs later."

"Hey, Brother Xin, no need to be so formal with me. Just send the list over. I guarantee I'll find everything for you. Money is no issue for me."

"Thank you, Cheng Zikun." Yu Xin's tone was sincere as he looked at Cheng Zikun and thanked him softly.

In front of Cheng Zikun, he had always been cold and distant, not particularly talkative. But now, an unusually soft smile spread across his face, his delicate features seeming to glow under a gentle light. Cheng Zikun was practically flustered.

Imagine, someone who had always come across as strong, independent, and capable suddenly showing a vulnerable side and thanking you for your help. Who could withstand that!

"Ah? Ah... no need to thank me, Brother Xin. I'm just happy to be able to help you..." Faced with this side of Yu Xin, Cheng Zikun found himself blushing for some reason, stammering, suddenly unable to look him directly in the eye.

"Um, Brother Xin, send me the list. I'll start looking for those things right away!"

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Over the past two days, the most attention-grabbing event in the Flying Fish gaming section was the unknown new streamer challenging the big streamer Last Road's Mad Dog.

The gaming section had been peaceful for too long, and there hadn't been such an entertaining clash between streamers in ages. The audience was eager for the show, and forums were already buzzing with bets: Would the new streamer achieve legendary status in one battle, or would the veteran streamer maintain his glory?

However, most of those supporting Yu Xin were pessimistic, while Last Road's Mad Dog's fans were swaggering about, acting as though their Brother Dog had already won.

Those who had initially supported Yu Xin were now frustrated, feeling he had bitten off more than he could chew. They couldn't understand where this newbie got the confidence to agree to such an obviously losing PK.

The anti-Dog crowd had only briefly rallied before being suppressed again by Dog's loyal fans.

Qiu Yan was one of the viewers who had a deep aversion to Last Road's Mad Dog.

He was a longtime fan of a streamer who had been bullied by Last Road's Mad Dog. He had watched that streamer grow from an unknown small-time streamer to someone with a modest following and achievements, only to cross paths with Last Road's Mad Dog. Over a minor conflict, Last Road's Mad Dog's fans launched a large-scale cyberbullying campaign, and it took the streamer Qiu Yan liked a long time to recover.

Because of this, he felt intense disgust whenever Last Road's Mad Dog was mentioned. If Last Road's Mad Dog ever fell from grace, he would absolutely pop open champagne to celebrate.

A few days ago, a friend sent him a video of Last Road's Mad Dog being completely dominated by a new streamer in a solo kill. He was thrilled, but his joy was short-lived when that new streamer made this move.

He was deeply disappointed and feeling down. His friend tried to comfort him: "The PK hasn't happened yet. Don't be so pessimistic. What if the new streamer pulls off an upset victory?"

"Impossible. Even if the new streamer kills Last Road's Mad Dog a hundred times in the game, he still can't win this PK." Qiu Yan was realistic and knew this PK was a lost cause. He didn't even want to watch the livestream. "Just let me know the outcome."

He just hoped the new streamer wouldn't lose too disgracefully.

"Don't be like that. I was hoping we could watch it together," his friend persuaded him. "At least the new streamer would have one more supporter, right?"

Finally, the day arrived for the scheduled PK between Yu Xin and Last Road's Mad Dog.

Neither livestream had started yet, but the chat was already flooded with messages. Most of the gaming section's audience had come to watch the drama unfold.

"It's finally starting. Get on with it!"

"What's there to see in a PK where the outcome is already known?"

"Last Road's Mad Dog is so shameless. How long has he been streaming? And he has the nerve to PK a newbie who's been streaming for less than three days? I've seen everything now."

"But your Polaris agreed to it himself. Maybe you should've talked him out of it?"

"Exactly. Isn't the newbie arrogant? Hope he can still act arrogant after having to call Brother Dog 'daddy' before the entire internet audience, hahahahaha."

"? Why are you all acting like Brother Dog has already won? What if the new streamer wins?"

"Don't make me laugh. How could he possibly win? Polaris's fans are just as clueless as he is."

"Stop dreaming. Just wait for your Polaris to get on his knees and call Brother Dog 'daddy,' hahahaha."

Last Road's Mad Dog's livestream started first.

The feed went live, showing Last Road's Mad Dog seated in front of the camera, but he wasn't alone. Beside him was a woman dressed to impress.

The woman wore exquisite makeup and an outfit that looked innocent and cute at first glance but was actually designed to highlight her figure. She wore a pair of furry cat ears with bells on her head, and her body was exceptionally well-endowed.

She tilted her head cutely, making the bells on her cat ears chime. In a sweet voice, she greeted the camera: "Meow~ Hello everyone, I'm Qing Xiaoyao~"

"Why is she here???"

"Holy fucking shit, Last Road's Mad Dog is so underhanded. It's just a PK with a newcomer, is this really necessary??"

"Now I finally understand the saying, 'shamelessness knows no bounds.' Brother Dog is still the same Brother Dog. Just when I think he couldn’t possibly be more shameless, he always finds a way to prove his limits can go even lower."

The reason the chat reacted so strongly is that Qing Xiaoyao is also a streamer—a well-known "goddess" in the dance category, with arguably the most biggest spenders on the entire platform.

It’s easy to guess what Last Road's Mad Dog’s intentions were in inviting Qing Xiaoyao.

Last Road's Mad Dog’s round, plump face was full of smugness. He cleared his throat lightly and said, "Today, I’ve specially invited Xiaoyao to join me for the live stream. Everyone give it up for Xiaoyao! After the live stream starts, Xiaoyao and I will play a 1v1 PK. Whoever loses a round will do a dance for us. As for what they’ll dance—that’ll be entirely up to the chat’s suggestions."

His cocky attitude was impossible to hide. He was already certain of his victory.

Not only did he want that newcomer to lose, he wanted him to lose so badly that he’d be too ashamed to show his face on Feiyu again—as payback for crossing him.

You think you’re so skilled? You think your gaming is top-tier? Well then, what can you possibly use to compete with me now?

Qing Xiaoyao playfully punched him and said coyly at the camera, "How could I ever beat Brother Dog at this? If you wanted me to dance, you could’ve just said so~"

"Xiaoyao is so beautiful and adorable! Brother Dog must’ve melted when she punched him!"

"I want to see my wife Xiaoyao do the 'Big Pendulum' dance [lust][lust]!"

"Coming up with such a trashy tactic—truly worthy of the infamous toxic streamer Last Road's Mad Dog. Makes me sick."

"Don’t say that. The rules never said you can’t invite someone else. If the newcomer has what it takes, he can invite someone too, haha!"

"Exactly. So what if Brother Dog has no shame? Winning is what matters. The newcomer can keep his pride, but he’ll still have to call Brother Dog 'daddy'!"

Just as the viewers supporting Yu Xin were calling Last Road's Mad Dog out for being shameless, on the other side, Yu Xin’s live stream also went live.

The camera turned on, but instead of the usual game footage the audience was used to, what appeared was a pair of hands.

Slender, pale, and with well-defined knuckles—they were a pair of very good-looking hands, placed beside a set of cooking utensils. Next to them lay a kitchen knife that looked extremely sharp.

What was this?

Viewers entering Yu Xin’s live stream were completely baffled.

"I admit I don’t get it. What is he trying to do?"

"Streaming from the kitchen? What kind of weird way to stream is this?"

"Is he just giving up because he knows he can’t win against Last Road's Mad Dog?"

Just as the audience was full of questions, someone spoke up. The tone was cool and detached—exactly the voice of the streamer they’d heard before.

"Hello everyone, today I’ll be livestreaming some cooking."

Author's note: Sorry I'm late qaq, there will be another update later. I’ll try to fix the update schedule from now on orz

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After the live PK ends, the next variety content will start~

Thank you all so much for your support! I’ll keep working hard!