Dominate the Super Bowl-Chapter 928 - 927 Collective Frenzy

Chapter 928: 927 Collective Frenzy

Ahhhh, ahhhh!

The entire venue was electrified, hard to believe this was just the opening monologue.

Swift was clapping, cheering, and smiling brightly as she jumped up and down. Despite the fact that her own guest appearance and opening monologue had been a complete disaster—turning into a psychological shadow, making her vow never to attempt stand-up comedy again—at this moment, seeing someone else perform brilliantly on stage, she couldn’t help but feel happy too, as though she had delivered the performance herself.

Ahhhh, ahhhh!

The entire studio was overflowing with a wild and unstoppable wave of heat—whether audience members or staff, everyone temporarily lost their minds.

It was clear once again just how popular Li Wei was in New York.

No wonder it’s considered his second home.

Even Jost couldn’t hold back. He let out a whistle in admiration, smug for a moment, only to realize Michaels was standing right beside him. He immediately straightened up like an obedient child, his nervousness betraying him.

The opening tonight, about 75% to 80% of the content was written by the show’s writing team, while Li Wei only added a touch of his own flavor on top of the script.

But Jost, a writer himself, could instantly spot the difference:

The parts where Li Wei improvised—that was the true essence of the monologue.

The fact is, “Saturday Night Live” remains somewhat conservative overall. Different industries have their barriers; they’ve always worried about the performance of these professional athletes.

Hence, as Li Wei mentioned, when Big and Small Manning or Brady appeared on the show, the writing team took a slightly lazy approach.

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First by inviting family and friends of the players to fill the time.

Second by having the show’s cast play the role of questioners, relying on professional actors to handle the interaction and cover up any weaknesses.

The same applied to Li Wei.

Even without teammates or family appearances, and without interactive questions from the cast, the writing stayed firmly within a conservative framework.

No mistakes, no surprises—but also lacking some wow factor.

However, Li Wei used his clever quips to seamlessly connect the dots, sparking excitement without disrupting the framework. The entire monologue shone brightly as one of the highlights of the season—absolutely brilliant.

A mix of admiration and surprise.

Jost sneaked a glance at Michaels’ expression.

Michaels showed no particular reaction. A seasoned producer who’s seen it all, he wouldn’t lose his composure over small matters.

Michaels turned his head toward Jost.

Jost was startled and immediately dodged his gaze, swallowing hard and desperately trying to act nonchalant.

Michaels said, “This kid—he’s something else.”

Jost: ??? What does that mean?

But Michaels didn’t elaborate. He turned and walked away as the crowd automatically parted to create a path, watching Michaels leave effortlessly.

And yet, this was just the tip of the iceberg.

Talia Ryder tilted her head back, her eyes fixed on the TV screen.

Behind her, the restaurant erupted in waves of laughter that couldn’t be stopped.

The locals in New York were all immersed in the show’s vibe. Li Wei’s effortless humor lit up the atmosphere with ease.

This version of Li Wei felt a tad unfamiliar but overwhelmingly familiar.

Ryder herself didn’t realize her lips had already curled into a smile.

“Talia, what’s this? You like him too?”

A voice from behind the bar suddenly caught Ryder’s attention. Her heart skipped a beat as she nervously tried to conceal her feelings. Instinctively, she straightened her posture, diverted her gaze, and prepared to deny the allegation.

She was caught off guard when the other person spoke first.

“Careful now, men like him are often playboys.”

“Every day, countless women throw themselves at him. They ask for nothing—they just hope for one night. No man could resist that kind of temptation.”

“Falling for a man like that might mean preparing for heartbreak.”

Ryder swallowed the words she was about to say and turned to face the bar’s familiar patron, a glimmer of brightness in her eyes.

Ryder didn’t argue but instead raised her chin slightly.

“Why do I detect a hint of envy in your tone? Are you jealous of his charisma?”

The patron paused, staring at Ryder’s mischievous grin. “Oh no, it seems someone’s already fallen, haven’t they?”

Ryder’s cheeks instantly flushed, but she made every effort to maintain her composure. “That’s just prejudice. If he can play around, why can’t I?”

“It’s a new era. That old-fashioned, faithful stuff is outdated.”

“If it’s just for fun, then obviously you’d pick a ridiculously charming hottie. Why settle for the bunch of nerdy losers around here?”

Hahaha!

The bar erupted into a commotion, fists pounding on tables in collective excitement.

Ryder cleared her throat and spoke confidently.

“Alright, quiet down, all of you. Don’t distract me from watching the hottie being funny.”

Everyone burst into laughter.

At this moment, millions of viewers were tuned into “Saturday Night Live.”

In the past two years, with the gradual departure of talented actors and writers, “Saturday Night Live” had suffered a heavy blow. Though it remained an influential late-night talk show, the reality of declining ratings was undeniable.

This was also part of a broader trend. People had more entertainment options these days, and streaming platforms had siphoned off large numbers of younger viewers. All major networks were struggling, and NBC was no exception.

Yet, even amidst such challenges, Li Wei was undeniably the man of the moment, demonstrating his immense influence and appeal in every aspect.

The opening monologue was just the beginning.

Li Wei’s presence lasted through the entire evening on “Saturday Night Live,” performing in sketches, delivering jokes, spoof ads—every segment featured him. He was not only dedicated but enthusiastic, unafraid to look silly or make fun of himself, revealing a side of him beyond the stadium.

It was eye-opening.

This became a key opportunity for the general public to truly get to know Li Wei.

Normally, Li Wei is a running back, the Kansas Chiefs Offense leader, a rookie, a Sun Wukong-like figure who disrupts everything, and a pioneer rewriting history. He’s covered with countless labels and glows with so many rays of brilliance he’s become a symbol.

But with all the spotlight, his real self can be hard to see.

Especially since Li Wei’s social media accounts are entirely managed by professionals, he avoids appearances and leaks no personal information, further reinforcing this distance.

“Saturday Night Live” became the perfect window to see Li Wei shed his armor and mask, revealing another side beneath his label—

The humor and sharpness displayed when engaging with the media came from Li Wei’s innate wit.

It was obvious Li Wei wasn’t hung up on maintaining a picture-perfect image.

Not only did he actively participate in sketches and jokes, but his performance stood out spectacularly. Without a doubt, he delivered one of the best guest performances “Saturday Night Live” had seen in recent years.

The live broadcast wasn’t a source of pressure; it became a stage for Li Wei to display his talent.

This persona won him waves of applause and praise.

As expected, unstoppable—even on a talk show, it’s collective hysteria!