Although Lee Hyo-ri was promised a week to come up with all the songs and dances needed for the new album, Choi Jung-won still had an important personal event to attend, that is, the performance of the 2002 WCGshijie finals.

Because of the sponsorship of A.P Company, Cui Zhengyuan also made a bloody investment this time. Not only will he sing the theme song of the event in person, but others such as Lee Jung-hyun, PSY, Leessang, haha, and all the artists that the company can handle at present will be present.

And he thought that the lineup of the performance was not big enough, Cui Zhengyuan also posted hero posts all over the place, and sent invitations to artists with connections in the circle. Such as Shin Seung-hoon, Lee Seung-chul, Tony, etc., also agreed to the invitation.

With such a huge list of actors, ICM was ecstatic, and directly turned the opening performance into a platter concert.

On October 28, the square of the Seoul Olympic Park was crowded with people.

While a large portion of them aren't gaming fans, Choi's first public performance in South Korea alone is enough to draw people together. Not to mention that there are so many A-list big-name stars, even if it's just to watch a concert, it's enough for people to come.

Of course, the main thing, this WCG opening ceremony, is free.

It's that people like to take advantage, and you can still see the live performance of Shijie's top superstar Choi Jung-won without spending money, how can you miss it?

As a result, it was under this kind of thinking that the audience directly exceeded 180,000. If it weren't for the crowds in the square, it would have been impossible to fit. ICM has activated security measures urgently, set up key cards, and is expected to see an increase.

Rao is so, this is also the largest number of viewers since the opening of WCG.

In this case, of course, ICM and MNET TV are the happiest ones. As the organizer and live broadcaster, I saw that the atmosphere was so hot. It is conceivable that a steady stream of money is rolling in.

There is no one who repents at this time than the businessmen who came to the door of ICM to ask for sponsorship and did not agree. Look at the current grand occasion, what a business opportunity it represents.

It's just that now if they want to sponsor again, the price code is not the time when ICM came to the door.

Cui Zhengyuan rushed over very early and entered the backstage directly from the back passage. Today's protagonist is an esports player from various countries, and he can't steal the limelight.

Heading backstage, it's a busy scene. The accompanying staff of each artist shuttled back and forth, preparing for the performance that would take place later.

Cui Zhengyuan first paid a visit to all the artists who were invited to come today and expressed his gratitude.

This performance is unpaid, and the people who come are completely for his face. In any case, he had to make a note of the favor.

Zuihou The person he went to visit was Tony.

The former HOT member, now the owner of a small brokerage company, is not only one of today's performers, but will also partner with Kim Ji-dong to be today's MC.

"How is it, Brother Shenghao, is there anything you need?" When Choi Jung-won came in, Tony was putting on makeup, so he asked.

The person who saw him coming in from the mirror was Choi Jung-won. Tony didn't follow the etiquette and got up to greet him, but said casually: "Zhengyuan, today's scene is a bit big." What to do, I'm a little nervous right now. ”

Tony is not kidding. He was really nervous. His hands were on his chest, and his face was pale.

Although during the HOT period, he also experienced a bigger scene than this. But at that time, there were four teammates around me, and I still performed as singers.

Today he is MC. And he can only fight side by side with Jin Jidong, so it's strange if he doesn't panic.

Anyway, the ducks have already been put on the shelves, and Tony is too late to regret it.

Cui Zhengyuan is such an unscrupulous person. I don't care how he feels. said without sincerity at all: "Brother, you can just follow Brother Jidong later." ”

It's just that Jin Jidong at this time doesn't seem to have the experience of hosting more than 100,000 people, right?

However, Choi Jung-won believes that there is no problem with his ability, and he can be tied as one of the three major MCs in South Korea, if he can't even control this scene, he can only say that he has wasted his name.

Tony didn't know that this was Cui Zhengyuan's perfunctory words, so he really listened to it, thinking that Jin Jidong would come after a while, and he would have to ask for more advice.

If he knew that Cui Zhengyuan was purely fooling him, I don't know if he would be mad?

As the makeup continued, Tony asked curiously, "Jeongwon, does this game have anything to do with you?" It's worth your help. ”

Cui Zhengyuan helped make the theme song again, and starred in person, and invited so many connections to cheer. What's more, even MNET TV has broadcast live. If he had nothing to do with WCG, Tony wouldn't believe it.

At this point, there is no point in secrecy. So Cui Zhengyuan revealed: "This event is sponsored by our A.P company and Samsung Electronics, of course, we have to be careful. ”

He didn't say anything about his relationship with the wNv team, but he still hid some deeper insider information.

After visiting Tony, Choi Jung-won turned around and ran to the waiting room of the e-sports players.

With so much money invested, the whole event has naturally improved in all aspects.

Because WCG stands for e-sports shijie cup, the waiting room is allocated according to the country where each player is located.

Among the teams representing South Korea this time, the wNv club won a total of four places. They are CS Team, War3's Moon, and Interstellar SlayerS_BoxeR and Pro Evolution Soccer TNP_A.

They form the largest club group of the Korean team, and they are also the main force for South Korea to strive for good results this time.

When Cui Zhengyuan came in, it caused a huge sensation.

The people in the waiting room, whether they were practicing or resting, whether they were players or the staff behind the scenes, all gathered around.

If it weren't for the leader of the team to take control, he would not have been able to gain a foothold.

Coming to the corner where the wNv team was staying, Choi Jung-won gathered everyone together and asked, "How are you preparing?" Is there a problem I need to solve? If so, say it now, and I'll get it for you as soon as possible. ”

Take a look at the luxurious and comfortable standby room. With complete computer equipment as standard, everyone shook their heads and said that there was nothing needed.

Since they have no problems, Cui Zhengyuan said some precautions. "We'll have dinner later, and then we can play. Remember, don't eat too much for dinner, just look like six or seven minutes. Otherwise, your energy will not be able to keep up when the game comes. ”

It's still the time when esports is just getting started, and a lot of things are in a state of fumbling. Everyone doesn't understand what Cui Zhengyuan said.

Especially the leader of the WNV club. With a studious attitude, he asked, "President, is there any reason for this?" ”

"Actually, this is already common knowledge in the sports world, but no one in our esports world has noticed it yet. If you eat too much, most of your body's functions will be spent on digestion. As a result, the rest of the body will be in a state of tiredness, such as listlessness, decreased reaction speed, and so on. As you all know, these problems can lead to a certain level of decline in your competitive level, which is not conducive to the game. Cui Zhengyuan explained the principle, which made everyone suddenly realize.

The team leader slapped his head and said angrily, "I'll just say it." When Weishenme used to participate in other competitions, he was very brave in the morning, but everyone wilted after noon. After a few hours, it was fine again. So that's what happened! ”

"It's not too late to know. Prepare a diet that is light and protein-rich, but not spicy. Cui Zhengyuan commanded again.

With so much professional preparation, and the diligent training of these players, he can yujian. This WCG tournament will cause a powerful wNv storm.

After a round of the shuttle, he didn't see SKY, and Cui Zhengyuan asked suspiciously, "Where did Sky go?" It's coming out soon. weishenme didn't see others? ”

The team leader smiled and said, "President, you forgot. Sky is Chinese, and he played for the Chinese team, so he is now in the waiting room of the Chinese team. ”

This is Choi Jung-won's negligence, always thinking from the club's point of view, but forgetting that the WCG is a national representative competition.

Because of his nationality, although sky is a member of wNv, he represents the Chinese national team.

He noticed that when the team leader talked about this problem, Alex and Sakula in the CS team were all dark-faced.

Everyone is also Chinese, why don't they want to represent China. It's just that the CS team is a game of teamwork and must obey the interests of the team, so they can only appear on behalf of the Korean team.

Cui Zhengyuan knew this kind of thinking very well, so he deliberately walked over and patted them on the shoulder and comforted: "Don't be sad, no matter which country you represent now, as long as you win the game, it will be your honor in the end." After a while, I will find the seedlings of haode, and I will form a Chinese detachment. ”

Chinese detachment!

Hearing this, both Alex and Sakula's eyes lit up.

Alex, who was the captain of the team, assured him, "Chairman, don't worry, this time we will live up to your expectations and strive to come back with a championship." ”

"Just work hard, don't be burdened." Cui Zhengyuan was very calm and unaffected by his ambitions.

In his mind, the winner of this year's WCGzuihou was a team from Russia, M19.

Typical Russian style, the sharpness of the marksmanship is the most notable feature.

In this era when CS tactics were not yet formed, the M19 was indeed rampant with marksmanship. But his wNv is different, he has been carefully instilled with various classic tactics of later generations, and he has long had a different style.

Although it is still the era of 1.5, and the tactics are different from the heyday of 1.6, there is still a certain reference value. What's more, with Alex, a master tactician, I believe it will make CS teams in this era feel what real teamwork is.

At this moment, an overwhelming sound came from outside.

The person closest to the window ran over and opened the curtain, only to see the bright lights and fireworks under the already dark starry sky outside.

The 2002 WCGshijie Finals have finally begun. (To be continued......)