**An Electrifying Live Session**
On this fateful day, it was time for an exciting live interview that Ye Chen had meticulously planned. After discussing the format with the other party, they decided to hold a live broadcast, inviting fans to ask questions directly. His private messages from eager fans on Douyin and various small TV stations overflowed with curiosity.
Though Ye Chen regularly interacted with his followers, many urged him for a live session—an opportunity to connect on a more personal level. Thus, he chose to host a joint interview to not only entertain but also address the burning questions from his devoted fans.
**A Cozy Setting**
Inside a cozy hotel room, Ye Chen was busy setting up the live broadcast equipment, while the reporter, Wang Qian, sat beside him, exuding a sense of formality. With his trademark casualness, Ye Chen grinned and exclaimed, "Let's keep it friendly! Feel free to ask anything. There are no secrets in fighting, and I have no need for pretenses. I'm just here to chat."
At that moment, it hit him—he had amassed over 4.5 million fans on Douyin, a staggering number that brought with it unique expectations. Meanwhile, his following on smaller platforms had also exceeded 300,000, proving that his training videos resonated with countless viewers, earning him a decent income each month.
**Friendly Banter**
Wang Qian nodded, but secretly wondered why Ye Chen seemed so vastly different from his fiery persona in the ring. In front of the camera, he was fierce and fierce, throwing punches like a wild beast. Yet, here he was: warm, approachable, and incredibly charming.
"Hey, it's started! What are you daydreaming about?" Ye Chen waved a hand in front of her, snapping Wang Qian back to reality. She looked a bit flustered but quickly recovered.
The live stream was buzzing with energy, boasting over 400,000 viewers, and that number was climbing by the second. The chat section exploded with comments:
- "Haha, Brother Chen, you're so handsome you've left everyone speechless!"
- "In real life, you're an absolute stunner, not at all like the fierce fighter we see!"
- "Some of you are seriously underestimating him; Brother Chen towers over the current traffic stars. Only someone like Brother Ji stands a chance!"
- "Brother Chen, your match against Gage isn't until a few months. Are you getting comfortable living abroad?"
- "If you change your nationality, I swear I'll turn from a fan to a critic. Just saying!"
- "Be careful when you face Gage. His leg sweep is lethal and has taken down many fighters. If need be, just toss him out!"
Wang Qian, intrigued by the lively chat, turned her attention to the questions flowing in. Many overlapped with the ones she had prepared herself. "So, many netizens are concerned about your promise to only stand up against Gage. If it comes to a critical moment on stage, would you consider grappling instead?"
Ye Chen paused, contemplating the gravity of their worries. It was a valid concern—Gage's striking abilities had propelled him to the top tier of fighters.
"Fighting's unpredictable. We'll just have to see what unfolds in the ring. In intense moments, instinct often takes over. Who knows? He might just try to grab me first," Ye Chen joked, lightening the mood further.
In reality, if he found himself overwhelmed by Gage's striking, winning would indeed be his priority. He could boast bravely for media attention, but when the time came for action, he'd adapt. After all, nobody wanted to bite the dust due to reckless bravado.
Wang Qian leaned in, her curiosity piqued. "What everyone seems to be wondering, though, is about your earlier assertion of snatching the championship from Makhachev. After his recent victory over Oliveira, many believe he'll dominate the lightweight division for a long time. Do you truly feel confident about this challenge?"
The chat erupted again:
- "Yeah, the Eagles frighten everyone!"
- "Before 280, I rooted for Oliveira; I thought he'd take down the Eagles. But after witnessing that crushing defeat, I lost all hope."
- "You might be better off waiting a couple of years. After all, you're still young, Brother Chen. Maybe wait till Maha ages a bit before challenging him!"
- "Classic style of putting the old man in his place. Don't hold back, Brother Chen! Show us your strength!"
- "It's a tough road ahead. Maha is built like a tank. Oliveira lost to him because of sheer power. But I believe in you, Brother Chen!"
Ye Chen scanned through the barrage of comments. The perception that Maha was unassailable was common.
"If you've wrestled before, you'd know that a wrestler's real strength isn't only in brute force. It's about skill and positioning. Absolute strength doesn't always dictate outcomes against equally matched opponents," he began confidently.
"Wrestling focuses on tactics—getting the right positions first, like knees, crotches, and armpits. It doesn't solely rely on strength. And picking up an opponent? You can't just yank someone up without the right technique!"
Ye Chen continued, "Let's take the legendary God of War as an example. Do you honestly think his strength alone would overwhelm a wrestler of similar caliber?"
With his compelling reasoning and magnetic charisma, Ye Chen was steering this live interview into uncharted but captivating waters—a masterclass in engaging dialogue that kept fans clinging to every word.