Chapter 26 New Coachi Chapter 26 New Coach 10 Free Cons Receiving Azalea's endorsement , Wylie gave Irene a few more curious looks . Was she perhaps another hidden talent in esports ? Caught up in the intrigue , Wylie invited them both to join him in the car . Azalea took the seat in the middle , facilitating introductions between the two . Irene was somewhat starstruck , knowing Wylie as one of her favorite esports players . She admired how his strategic plays often swung the momentum of the game in his team's favor , leading to stunning victories just when it seemed all was lost . She mused that if she possessed such prowess in gaming , she would want to be as dependable a player as Wylie was to his team . Knowing Azalea's own caliber , Wylie was curious about the skills of someone she praised so highly . He asked directly , " What are some of your achievements in gaming ? " How many national championships have you participated in ? What's your main role ? " Irene flushed with embarrassment at the questions , which Wylie mistook for modesty . " Do you really want me to say it ? " I wasn't aware that strength was a requirement to join the training group . " Really , you can tell me , " he encouraged , his interest piqued . He was eager to know just how skilled she was to merit such praise from Azalea . " Well , I reached Heavenly 1 , just two stars shy of Champion , " Irene finally shared , her response leaving Wylie momentarily speechless . She was a bit shy , casting a quick glance at Wylie . " I haven't won any national championships , but I did clinch a local village tournament once . Plus , I had a streak of wins when a new hero was released ." Really ? Wylie's gaze shifted between Irene and Azalea , who was grinning mischievously . For a moment , he was not sure who to be more skeptical of . Is this the prodigy Azalea was talking about ? Even his buddy's younger cousin , who was just in junior high , played better than this ! Wylie's bewildered expression was too much , and Azalea burst out laughing , patting him on the shoulder . " Come on , don't look so shocked ! Irene here is a strategic talent . " Irene quickly chimed in , " I'm actually quite skilled at ban - pick strategy and analyzing game data . " " She's not here to compete but to coach us . We have a practice match against Anexis today , right ? Why not let Irene help guide us ? " Azalea added . The current coach was on the verge of retirement , staying only because Wylie had asked him to . After a disappointing loss in the Autumn Finals , Wylie was keen to revamp the team . < O ||| 1/2 46 % Chapter 26 New Coach +10 Free Colas However , after a series of setbacks , including a betrayal and the coach's departure , the team's morale plummeted . Some went back to their studies on family advice , while others were snatched up by rival teams , leaving Wylie alone to salvage his esports dreams . GOD was once a fleeting legend on the esports battlefield . Azalea was determined to make GOD resonate throughout the Glory League . Wylie saw no reason to disagree . He trusted Azalea's judgment , and since their coach had decided to retire after the Autumn Finals , if Irene was as capable as Azalea claimed , she would be an ideal fit for the role . Upon arriving at the base , the team was all set . Lachlan handed Azalea her new team uniform , saying , " Phoenix , here's your uniform . Change into it later in the restroom . We'll take some pictures for the league first , then head into a practice match with Anexis . " If there were ever a competition for the most stylish team uniforms , GOD would undoubtedly clinch a top spot . Wylie was a perfectionist ; he either did things exceptionally well or not at all . From the inception of the team , nothing was done half - heartedly . A renowned designer was brought in to craft their uniforms . The uniforms were sleek , silver - gray with gold embroidery , each featuring a unique emblem representing the player's HD stitched on the back . When Azalea spread out her uniform , she noticed the design under her alias " Phoenix " on the back resembled a phoenix clutching a pearl , strikingly elegant . Holding the uniform , she felt a surge of excitement . She felt even more determined not to let Anexis overshadow them , not with such magnificent gear ! After changing and completing the photo session , Azalea settled into her gaming chair . Surrounded by her teammates in matching uniforms , she was overwhelmed with a sense of camaraderie and youthful zeal . The feeling was intense - like rallying with a band of strangers toward a shared victory . During the photoshoot , Azalea also introduced Irene to the coach , who grew increasingly impressed by what he heard . Considering Azalea's unconventional approach to the game , he saw potential in Irene's involvement . " Our training match today includes a familiar face on the opposing side , " declared the marksman , Sam , his tone resolute . Lachlan , ever the provocateur , chimed in , " Today , we're going to dominate the bottom lane so hard they'll be calling us ' daddy ! " The coach , holding his folder , quickly tempered the room's energy , " Focus on your performance first , then talk . " Turning to Irene , he said , " Irene , you're in for this game ." Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!