- Global Reincarnation: Only I Know the Plot
- GROIKTP Chapter 492
“Regarding the recent allegations of match-fixing in the Martial Arts Tournament, we have conducted a thorough investigation and found no evidence of such misconduct. All participants adhered to the tournament rules, and the results are valid…”
This was the official statement released to clarify the controversy.
However.
After the statement was published, the internet erupted in outrage.
“Cover-up! This is definitely a cover-up!”
“Damn it! You’re seriously trying to clear things up? Do you think we’re blind?”
“Unbelievable, even the Martial Arts Tournament has corruption? I’m done watching the rest of the matches!”
“Haha, you guys still don’t get it, huh? That contestant from Qing’an City must have some serious backing!”
“Even the official Martial Arts Tournament is covering for him? This guy must be well-connected. He’s probably the son of a vice president of the Martial Arts Association!”
“Screw this! Anyone can see that guy was faking it. Does the Martial Arts Tournament think we’re all idiots?”
“This is getting interesting. I want to see just how far this cover-up goes!”
“Haha, @MartialArtsOfficial, I dare you to let this guy win the global championship! If you can rig it that far, I’ll be impressed!”
“You’ve embarrassed us internationally! @MartialArtsOfficial, you may not care about your reputation, but we do!”
“You guys need to wake up! This is a globally watched event. Do you really think the officials would joke around with something like this? Maybe the guy is actually skilled?”
“Skilled, my foot! Where did this PR puppet come from?”
…
In his apartment, Chen Ye scrolled through the online comments, clicking his tongue in amusement.
“Looks like I’ve become quite famous overnight!”
He didn’t mind the accusations of match-fixing. As long as the officials validated his results, he had no concern about public opinion.
Chen Ye had long transcended the mindset of an average person.
Now, his focus was on “self-actualization,” and the opinions of others were irrelevant to him.
“This could actually work in my favor. All this negativity is just accelerating my rise to fame, even if it’s infamy for now…”
He smiled calmly, unfazed by the uproar.
Just then, his phone rang.
It was Xiao Ling’er.
Chen Ye answered, and Xiao Ling’er’s clear voice came through:
“Chen Ye, are… are you okay?”
“I’m fine. Why?”
“Uh, I’m just making sure. You should rest early and avoid the internet. Tomorrow’s the semifinals.”
Chen Ye chuckled, “You mean, you’re worried I’ll be affected by the online hate, right?”
Xiao Ling’er hesitated. “You’ve seen the comments, haven’t you?”
“Don’t worry. A bunch of clueless trolls can’t shake me.”
Hearing this, Xiao Ling’er sighed in relief. “Good. I was afraid all the negativity would mess with your performance tomorrow.”
“Even if it did, I’d still win the championship,” Chen Ye replied calmly.
Xiao Ling’er thought he was joking.
While she acknowledged Chen Ye’s strength, winning the global championship wasn’t going to be easy.
Suddenly, she suggested, “Chen Ye, could you consider changing your strategy for tomorrow’s match? Maybe stop using just one finger to win…”
Chen Ye understood what she meant.
He smiled. “Is this your idea, or your grandfather’s?”
“Uh…” Xiao Ling’er was caught off guard by his insight and answered honestly, “Grandpa also hopes you could switch up your style a bit, something that people can accept… The tournament officials are under a lot of pressure because of this. They wanted to confront you directly, but Grandpa stopped them.”
After hearing this, Chen Ye replied, “Thank your grandfather for me.”
“Does that mean you’ll agree?”
“Nope.”
Chen Ye answered honestly, “Facing such weak opponents, you want me to put on a show for them? Sorry, but I’m not interested.”
Xiao Ling’er was speechless.
Just as she was about to say something, Chen Ye added, “But tell the officials I’ll change things up for the finals.”
“Alright…”
“Good, then I’ll hang up now.”
…
In a luxurious villa.
Xiao Ling’er looked at the phone, then helplessly turned to her grandfather.
“Grandpa, you heard him. I couldn’t convince him.”
The old man chuckled and shook his head. “Let it be, let it be. No need to force him.”
…
Half a month later.
On a flight to the capital, Chen Ye reclined comfortably in the leather seat of first class, his eyes closed in relaxation.
The surrounding passengers threw him strange looks—disdainful, scornful, and even disgusted.
Even the flight attendants seemed reluctant to approach him.
For the past half-month, Chen Ye had become the “most famous” participant in the Martial Arts Tournament!
The reason, of course, was the “match-fixing” accusations!
During the quarterfinals in Qing’an City, Chen Ye continued to defeat his opponents with a single finger. Even the highly anticipated match against the Sea Prosperity Group’s CEO, known for his powerful body-strengthening techniques, ended the same way—Chen Ye won with just one finger.
Chen Ye went on to win the Qing’an City tournament, representing the city in the provincial rounds.
In the provincial eliminations, he did the same—defeating all challengers with a single finger.
None of his opponents could withstand even a single touch from him.
And so, Chen Ye effortlessly claimed the title of provincial champion and was now on his way to the capital for the national finals.
However, in the eyes of the public, his performances were nothing but blatant cheating.
While a few discerning individuals suspected otherwise, recognizing the impossibility of so many well-known fighters conspiring in a fixed match, most ordinary viewers were swayed by popular opinion, believing Chen Ye to be a cheat.
As a result, Chen Ye became the most talked-about participant in the Martial Arts Tournament, though his fame came with infamy.
Every day, news about Chen Ye dominated headlines.
But it was all negative.
Even international media picked up the story, also casting him in a negative light.
Many foreign outlets mocked the tournament, accusing it of blatant match-fixing, likening it to a child’s game.
This, of course, angered domestic viewers, who felt Chen Ye was embarrassing the nation and tarnishing their reputation on a global scale.
The backlash against Chen Ye only grew stronger.
In a matter of weeks, Chen Ye had become infamous across the internet, the subject of widespread scorn.
But when someone becomes this notorious, they also become a massive source of traffic!
Every media outlet covering Chen Ye’s scandals saw their viewership skyrocket.
Several television stations even tried to arrange interviews with Chen Ye.
But Chen Ye wasn’t interested, rejecting all offers.
Regardless, Chen Ye had become the tournament’s most talked-about “celebrity.”
He was, without a doubt, the most popular person on the internet.
Everyone was eager to see just how far this “cheater” could go.
…
Despite the judgmental stares around him, Chen Ye remained unaffected, even managing to doze off during the flight.
But sitting beside him, Xiao Ling’er was visibly uncomfortable.
For the past two weeks, serving as Chen Ye’s assistant had been incredibly stressful!
Even she wasn’t spared from the online hate.
Due to her close association with Chen Ye, some people started attacking her, spreading baseless rumors.
Because of her beauty, many trolls were quick to accuse her of having an inappropriate relationship with Chen Ye…
In harsher terms, they called them “a pair of disgusting lovebirds.”
Xiao Ling’er felt it was all so unfair!
She was caught in the crossfire, an innocent bystander.
Fortunately.
The flight from Nanhuan Province to the capital wasn’t long, and two hours later, the plane landed at the airport in Beijing.
“Chen Ye, we’re here!”
Xiao Ling’er quickly nudged Chen Ye awake, eager to get away from the judging eyes around them.
…