Chapter 189: Ethan Vs Noah (2)
As teams swapped sides for the second half, Noah checked the scoreboard with mixed feelings about his performance. His individual statistics were impressive, but the team score reflected the reality of competing against organised professionals with two drunkards.
Fortunately, something positive emerged from those challenging twelve rounds of competition.
[Your Gaming skill has reached level 3!]
Throughout those same twelve rounds, Noah had gradually learnt some good positioning and tactical things from the other team.
During those rounds, he had also checked the usernames of those against him. They weren’t weak at all, and he was shocked.
He was up against his own cousin’s professional team!
The discovery added personal stakes to what had been simple evening entertainment, though Noah’s streamer mode continued hiding his identity from the opposing team.
Meanwhile, in Ethan’s team chat, animated discussion centered on their mysterious opponent’s capabilities.
"That defender’s aim is absolutely insane," the captain observed with professional appreciation mixed with suspicion. "I’m starting to wonder if he’s using assistance software."
"His crosshair placement is perfect," added another teammate. "Every shot lands exactly where he aims, like he’s got some kind of aimbot running."
Ethan nodded in agreement, having witnessed several impossible shots that defied normal human reaction time. "What’s weird is that his game sense doesn’t match his aim. His positioning and decision-making are maybe semi-professional level at best."
That’s what’s throwing them off. Enhanced reflexes without corresponding game knowledge.