CHAPTER 4

ASHLEY POV

 The woman gave me a thorough inspection. She adds and takes a good look at me, "Ahm ma'am, the one we registered for sir's appointment is a man." As soon as I arrive, there is already an issue. Just... wow.

I gave her a friendly smile and replied, "Ah, maybe there's just a misunderstanding, let me call him first." I then picked up my phone and dialed the number provided in the email. The other line finally rang after some time, and someone answered right away. “I'm delighted you phoned Mr. BM. I was going to call you today to remind you of your appointment! ", he began.

"That's why I reached you in the first place. I am already here, yet I am unable to continue on. Please come and fetch me up”. I murmured and the other line fell silent.

He asked, "Hello, are you sure you called the right number?” I frown and say, "Mr. Mendoza, you ought to learn more about me before hiring me.” 

"Wait, y-you're a girl?",not believing what he has heard.

 "Yes," I retorted out of boredom, "So, could you pick me up if you still wanted me on your team? The items I'm carrying are somewhat cumbersome.

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 Four men were standing around and looking at me as I lounged on the sofa. I'm not used to people staring at me, so it's a little odd. Well, I won't brag, but I have the looks! I just don't like getting stared at, it irritates me!

"Are you certain that's who you're speaking to? Do you believe she is one of his crazy admirers faking it? "A little man questioned Mr. Jay as we entered the lobby after him.

I joked, "If you're going to whisper, please make sure I can't hear you.", I have no idea they even have fans. They might have less viewers than I do. Men for you, then.

"Sorry, miss, no offense. Just being cautious. " The tall man replied.

"Guys chill, okay?" Mr. Jay remarked to the men in front of me. “Ahm. My bad, I'm sorry Ms. Hansons but there seems to be a misunderstanding. I didn't know that you were a woman." he continued reverberating in my ears.

“What’s wrong with my gender?” I asked irritably.

"Ahmm nothing really, but you know that an average player is a man. I'm very sorry; I should have done more research on you”, he said.

I couldn't speak, so I just shook my head. I'm repulsed. Do they realize how much bravery it took me to come here only to be treated this way?

"Ashley?"

When I turned to face the person who had called, I recognized someone I had not seen in a while.  "Danielle?" He went with a smile before hugging me and asking, "How are you?" 

I wasn't sure if it was the correct moment to reflect, but I nevertheless said, "I'm still fine," and then grinned in return. Another man also gets my attention, "Oh, big sis?" When I turned around, I noticed Danielle's brother right away. I gasped, staring at him in shock, "Blaire?"

What exactly are these siblings doing here? He just finished his milk tea and asked, "Big sis, what are you doing here?"

Danielle also questioned, finally noticed. "Ah yes, what are you doing here, Ash?" I said, "I was told to come here for an appointment," and then turned to face the person who is currently unable to look at me. Blaire asked as he sat down next to his big brother, "Appointment for what?"

The little man, who I believe to be the youngest of them, said, "Well it's all Jay's fault, Miss Ashley was recruited to be a midlaner without knowing that he was talking with is a woman."

The siblings regarded me with a bewildered expression. I nodded in answer to their chorus of "You are black-masked?" but the two continued to gasp. “Seriously? Are you for really BM?” Blaire inquired, to which I once more nodded in agreement.

The small man said, "I don't think he will be recruited if he's not good, right?" which made me smile. "Then play.” The tall man offered, "Let's see if you really are the talk of the town.”

They all exchanged looks as I answer in question. “Will that change anything?"

They turned to face Mr. Jay. He raised his hand. "Woah chill, that's something to talk about. I'll let the head know first." He took the phone out of his pocket and left. While waiting, the siblings engaged me in conversation with the young man, whose name I later learned was Sean.

“When did you start playing? Danielle, who was beside me, questioned.

I don't want to get into the unpleasant past, the reason I entered the game world, so I only said, "It's been almost 3 years," sparingly.

“It has been some while. But how did you get to be so extraordinary? Who instructed you? ", his sibling inquired. "No one. Before I was enticed to give it a try, I was only observing the games of the many players I see on YouTube in the beginning. Until I develop my own style, I strive to apply what I observe. "I replied. The three of them stared at me in amazement. 

“Dang! You're brilliant!” Blaire shook his head and continued, "If it weren't for my brother, I couldn't even play this game.” Danielle grinned and complimented me, saying "that just proves that she is a born gamer."

Mr. Jay, who had just walked into the foyer, commanded our attention, "Listen to guys." We all looked over at him. Danielle instantly questioned, "So what happened?"

“He said Miss Ashley is still under evaluation. she still needs to be recognized by the head, Because the situation is not easy. We need to learn more about how we can handle the media if this comes out.” He continues, "But he said we can evaluate her if she is really that streamer with millions of followers.

"But well, I guess that's good for now. I know you can prove your potential," Danielle, who encouraged and believed in me, remarked. "Thank you," I answered truly. "So, let's start?” Mr. Jay asked, and I nodded in answer.

We all got up. They escorted me to the "playroom," which is located right outside this lobby. The sight of their playroom nearly stunned me. There are five pricey game sets arranged in a line in the center. Add a luxurious gaming chair. Shit! Very cool!

You could come across a life-size figurine and many others in their lobby, near the bottom of the entryway. My astonishment at Akali's skin persisted. Ugh! I want that so badly! I went over and touched it right away. I was amazed and exclaimed, "It's lovely.”

Mr. Jay simultaneously drew my attention and pointed to the middle seat, saying, "This is the seat for the midlaner." Oh, so a midlaner must take a seat in the middle?

I noticed Justin, the tall man I had earlier spoken to, sitting in the left-hand corner and not paying any attention to us. Okay, he is a little rude.

In the chair next to it, I sat down. It simply carried on playing while ignoring me. I put the headphones on and disregarded it. There is no need for me to wait because the monitor is already open. As soon as they noticed that the registration name was black-masked, I promptly logged into my account.

I even heard Blaire exclaim "She's real!" I play a standard game. This is merely an assessment.

"Why not attempt to select your most effective champion?” I turned to gaze at Justin after hearing Justin say, "I want to see how you could acquire such rank.”

 “Sure, why not,” I confidently said. Everyone who undervalues me irritates me.

I chose Yasuo. My other comrades have chosen their own champions as well. The line uo was good. I can also see the choice of the opposition. Akali was chosen as my counter. This champion is very itchy. But it still depends on the user.

I've already engaged in combat with an Akali user, so I know where this champion is vulnerable. C.C. or perhaps crowd management. All I have to do is watch that it doesn't utilize its abilities on me first. Or, far better, I can counter every attack it makes. I still have to exercise caution. The opposing party should not minimize. I'm not sure if it's clever or if sometimes it's just me practicing it.

Ugh! I recall dropping to that alpha once more. I regretted that I practiced that day. Just repulsive and obnoxious. Ash, get up and stop worrying about that; your examination is coming up. Focus, Ashley!

The match's monitor has already begun to load. And now I'm anxiously anticipating to start.

 

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