To bring up the issue of Yeast, one must mention a phrase Lin once said: "Let the dough rise for a while longer."
At that time, Lin's battle with Lü Liang had propelled him onto the City Trending List, and it has been over ten years since that remark was made.
The City Trending List is a fascinating place; it can turn an obscure person into an internet celebrity overnight, but it can also wash away their popularity just as quickly.
Those who fall off the trending list become has-beens, left with nothing but yesterday's glory to boast about.
Few people can stay on the trending list for long; at most, it lasts about ten to fifteen days. Once everyone grows tired of the topic, interest fades, and no one pays attention anymore.
"Oh, from the sound of your voice, I’m still on the trending list."
Lin had some awareness of this situation. He had dared to act as he did because he wanted to create an atmosphere for his upcoming relaunch.
The popularity accumulated over many days would finally explode during the relaunch, which was the meaning behind Lin's earlier statement—a calculated move.
"You'll see for yourself, bro."
Fatty raised an eyebrow, wearing a teasing smile that made Lin's heart race. Could it be that his plan had failed?
"Have I taken too long? Am I already off the trending list?"
Lin Xin asked cautiously. If this situation truly backfired due to delays, it could have significant repercussions for him.
This was a springboard for a leap forward; if he didn't seize it properly, his ambition to break into the million-follower Streamer realm might take even longer.
"You'll see for yourself, bro..."
Fatty dragged out the last syllable, deliberately teasing Lin, and the playful look in his eyes grew more intense, making Lin increasingly anxious.
With no time to ask Fatty any further questions, Lin quickly opened the Virtual Network and entered the City Trending link, starting to glance from the bottom up.
At this moment, Lin felt uneasy; he just wanted to see his event still on the trending list. Even if it was at the tail end, it would mean he hadn't failed.
At first glance, Lin saw last week's Trending Event at the tenth position: "Talent Killer Beaten by a Mysterious Figure!"
"Ah!"
Seeing this title, Lin let out a sigh of relief. It must have been that annoying Fatty putting pressure on him again, trying to mess with him.
"Hmph! No matter how well you play your part, it can't change the facts. I'm still at tenth place on the list, right?"
Although Lin tried to act indifferent, his tone couldn't hide his pride; his plan had finally succeeded.
"Tenth place? Hahaha, bro, don't jump to conclusions—look higher!"
With a laugh, the playful look on Fatty's face remained unchanged; instead, his gaze toward Lin became increasingly peculiar.
This made Lin realize that Fatty wasn't hinting at a drop in his popularity; it seemed like his popularity was still growing!
Realizing this, Lin quickly turned his head and continuously swiped his fingers across the trending list to see if he was still in first place.
As his fingertips glided, Lin's face froze, shock evident in his eyes.
What was on the trending list?
Ninth: Legendary Noodle Shop
Eighth: Cool Summer Noodles with Fried Sauce, have you tried it?
Seventh: The Rising New Live Streaming Platform: Hero Live Streaming Platform
...
Second: It's still him! Azure Planet's Star League Examination this year, Dark Horse Lin stands out!
First: The City’s top trending figure for the first half of the year: Lin (details)
What is this? Is this really a trending list? From the tenth position onward, all were taken by Lin himself; every piece of news was related to him!
This kind of internet phenomenon is called "blasting the charts"!
It signifies that the trending topics have been dominated by one person's news, analyzed from different angles, providing a comprehensive breakdown of an internet celebrity.
Whenever this situation arises, it signifies that a legendary internet celebrity is about to emerge in The City!
"What is this..."
Dumbfounded, Lin felt his tongue tying itself in knots. He never expected that he would dominate the trending list in The City!
"You've gone viral! Bro! You're completely famous now! Hahaha!"
Fatty could no longer contain his excitement; the mysterious facade he had been trying to maintain crumbled as he burst into laughter and lunged at Lin!
"Thud! Uh..."
Fatty's weight of over two hundred pounds suddenly crashed down on Lin, making him feel as if a mountain had fallen on him.
Lin rolled his eyes twice, struggling to catch his breath, and ended up fainting under Fatty's weight...
"Bro! Bro! What happened to you..."
Lin's eyes rolled back further, and a purplish-black hue spread from his neck up, darkening his entire face, making him look like someone on the verge of death.
"Boyfriend, what are you playing? I want to play too!"
Just as Fatty got back up, Dream Source found their antics incredibly amusing and cheerfully pounced on Lin again...
"Boyfriend! I'm here!"
With a thud, a slender figure landed on Lin.
"Ugh…"
Once again crushed, Lin began to foam at the mouth, struggling to breathe as his face was buried in "Big Apple," making it hard for him to get air!
"Oh my goodness! Are you trying to suffocate my brother with a weapon?" Fatty wailed, pulling at his face beside them.
...
Ten minutes later, Lin sat on the sofa with a dark expression, sipping water. He held the cup, which trembled continuously in his hand.
How to describe Lin's current situation? He was furious, nearly driven to the brink of madness!
Moe Source sat innocently next to Lin, sitting upright and proper like a child who had done something wrong. When Lin glanced at her, she quickly blinked her amber-colored eyes and began to act cute.
Lin couldn't vent his anger on Moe Source; he could only helplessly raise his cup and gulp down the water, temporarily suppressing his frustration.
Lin consoled himself: She's still a child; don't hold it against her. She just learned bad habits from "certain people"...
Thinking of this, Lin narrowed his eyes, a cold glint flashing in them as he turned to look at Fatty.
Startled by Lin's blade-like gaze, Fatty's expression turned grim. He wore a mournful look and stammered, "Bro, I was just... too excited and didn't mean to..."
"Bang!" A muffled sound echoed.
Fatty Chen's words were cut short as Lin immediately grabbed a nearby pillow and struck Fatty on the head with it. His face remained indifferent, as if he were simply doing something expected.
"Bro, I really didn't mean to..." Fatty was on the verge of tears.
"Bang!" The muffled sound repeated as another pillow hit him.
"I didn't mean it, bro..."
"Bang! Bang! Bang!" The pillows kept coming down. Lin's cold expression finally changed; he looked like a furiously puffed-up cat, roaring, "This is what you get for not being careful! This is what you get!"
"I was wrong, bro!"
The sound of the pillow colliding with Fatty's body continued, accompanied by Fatty Chen's painful wails. He acted as if he were undergoing a torturous punishment.
Beside them, Dream Source watched in shock, her body jolting with each of Fatty's cries.
Then she murmured softly, "Boyfriends can be really scary when they're angry..."
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