Chapter 644: Each One Is a Pain

The day after the finals ended, Ku Pu Qie Ke called Leonard and his uncle, the agent, into the office and gave Leonard a super top‑salary contract with a starting salary of $19.68 million and a five‑year, $126 million deal.

It's a contract that leaves the other 11 rookie classes far behind.

Fan Xi never lets his close followers suffer financially, though he's stingy with other players who come to join him. After all, there's a difference between friends and strangers.

Leonard hesitates a bit; it's not that the money is insufficient, but he doesn't want to leave the Kuaisuan.

He knows that after signing this contract, he'll have to choose his next team.

The Kuaisuan's salary‑cap space can't fit him, and for the sake of his future he must go to a team where he has full control.

Just like Ji Mi Zai now, he has his own sky in Charlotte.

Leonard's uncle urges Leonard to sign the papers quickly.

Then he tells Ku Pu Qie Ke, "You can release the news first; we'll pick the most sincere team."

Leonard's uncle speaks in purely business terms.

But Ku Pu Qie Ke doesn't mind at all, because of Leonard's four‑year contribution to the Kuaisuan.

When they were about to part, Leonard's uncle said, "If we choose the Lakers, would you agree?"

Ku Pu Qie Ke's face darkened a bit; he said he would call Fan Xi.

Fan Xi put Ku Pu Qie Ke on speakerphone and said, "As long as Kobe is satisfied, he can go to any team. We support it unconditionally."

Those words made Leonard's uncle very happy, and he began to say some words of thanks.

But his nephew, who has always obeyed him, rebelled for the first time, telling his uncle, "You don't need to handle this; I'll decide myself."

His uncle was stunned.

He didn't expect Leonard to speak to him like that.

He can't understand Leonard's feelings for the Kuaisuan, even though the Lakers are great—a big team, no need to move, plus Kobe's guidance, and they're rebuilding… it's basically the best destination.

However, after years of rivalry with the Lakers, if Leonard turns and joins them, many will be shocked and hurt. Even if Ji Mi Zai went far to Charlotte, he'd rush back to clash with him.

After the Kuaisuan announced they had reached a deal with Leonard, they also released a statement: "We are seeking a suitable team for Leonard, but everything will follow Leonard's wishes; he holds a veto."

When that news broke, every team in the league went crazy, flocking to Leonard, hoping to reach an agreement.

Leonard has already proven himself a superstar; his name was in the league's top‑15 last season, and he keeps improving. If he joins a rebuilding team, he can instantly give that team playoff‑level competitiveness.

After all, anything that comes out of the Kuaisuan is bound to be premium.

Fan Xi doesn't bother with this; he's now trapped by his kids at home and has no time for it.

He hasn't even followed the championship tour; who gave him so many children? After the off‑season he never rests, working harder than playing games.

He now has only one thought: the new season should arrive quickly.

Kobe Bryant has asked him several times; he wants his son Jie Ke and Fan Xi's eldest son Troy to duel in basketball, but Fan Xi tells him: "Unless you let Jie Ke learn soccer, you won't see them face each other."

Troy has no interest in basketball at all.

Fan Xi also can't understand why he likes a game that runs ninety minutes, sometimes without a single basket.

What's fun about soccer?

Fan Xi decides to properly train these three great boys in Los Angeles, but he must start with crawling… Every time Fan Xi changes their diapers he grabs their hands and makes two shooting motions… This makes the kids' mother complain a lot.

James Duo Lan of the New York Knicks arrives in Los Angeles by private jet; this time he's here to pick up women. He also brings a shipment of baby products for Fan Xi's three kids.

When it comes to spending money to make friends, James Duo Lan is among the top NBA owners. Anyway, his money comes from a big wind… no, more than a big wind. So many New York fans are cursing while buying tickets; he lies at home making money, can't spend it.

"Jie Ke, you have to get Leonard to New York. This year we're very likely to land the top pick." James Duo Lan says: "We have two first‑round picks."

"Where did your first‑round picks come from?" Fan Xi asks.

"From last year's trade. One came from the Nets, the other is ours." James Duo Lan replies.

"But there's nothing worth picking this year's rookies." Fan Xi says, disappointed with the 2015 draft class overall.

Hearing that, James Duo Lan claps his hands: "I'll have Phil Jackson toss the draft pick out; he still thinks it's valuable."

Fan Xi says: "No need. Isn't Tyson Chandler supposed to take a four‑year, $52 million contract with the Suns? You could sign Bo Er Jin Ji Si; he can perfectly replace Tyson, and he's younger with more offensive potential."

Fan Xi doesn't mind giving a friendly tip to a good friend. After all, he flew a whole truck of baby products from New York.

Moreover, the Kuaisuan lack interior players. With Jokic there, there's no need for another Serbian.

James Duo Lan thanks him profusely. Then he asks Fan Xi: "Does Leonard really won't consider New York?"

"How would I know? You have to ask him yourself. This is his decision. Coming to me won't help."

Fan Xi never lies in front of James Duo Lan.

Just as James Duo Lan leaves, the Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban shows up, bringing a truck of the latest electronics, saying they're for Fan Xi to play with during the off‑season.

He still doesn't know Fan Xi now has five sons.

He comes up complaining, "Jie Ke, you have to help a brother. Right now the Mavericks' wing is really unused. If we keep playing like this, we won't be able to share firepower in the Western."

Cuban isn't a good actor; his sobbing always sounds a bit mocking.

Fan Xi gets straight to the point: "You're crying in the wrong place. If you really want to cry, go find Leonard's uncle to cry to. He's the one who can help."

Cuban quickly puts away the sobbing act; worthy of a billionaire, he can pick up and put down at will. Otherwise how could people say, "First‑rate actors are in Congress, second‑rate in malls, third‑rate in WWE, fourth‑rate in Hao lai wu."

Cuban's second‑rate actor lamentation doesn't move anyone, so he starts a generous gratitude broadcast: "Jie Ke, when the Kuaisuan won two consecutive championships I was the hero. Without me sending Nowitzki to you, the Kuaisuan dynasty would have vanished. Right?"

"I'm asking you for Leonard now, is that too much? Not really. And I'm not doing it for myself; I'm doing it for the Kuaisuan. With Leonard, the inside‑outside combo is complete, we'll crush the Warriors' three‑point brigade thoroughly. I hate fast breaks the most. Back then Nash was swept out by me…"

Cuban's words become increasingly unreliable.

Fan Xi can't hold back, gives him Leonard's uncle's phone number. You two actors go practice acting.

Where Leonard will go, Fan Xi truly gives no advice, and will not point him anywhere; it's all up to him.

Interestingly, besides these two, others also came knocking.

Jordan also showed up.

Jordan is genuinely mentally strong; other owners who come to Fan Xi either bring a plane of baby products or a truck of electronics. Dan Zi comes empty‑handed and still wants Fan Xi's red wine.

Moreover, the off‑season media's endless hype about the sky being dead and the yellow sky rising, he somehow still manages to keep his face.

"Jie Ke, let Leonard go to Charlotte. I'll coach him myself; he and Butler will form a golden duo in the Eastern, and I'll clear the obstacles for you." Jordan got straight to the point as he came up.

He tasted the sweet payoff from Butler and had long set his sights on Leonard. Trading draft picks for a proven star is a deal that Jordan can't lose… after all, draft picks are useless in his hands.

But this time Fan Xi wasn't so easygoing. Fan Xi said, "Michael, let's talk about the matter of the historical number one."

Jordan's expression instantly turned serious. "Why argue over who's first between us? What's mine is yours, what's yours is mine. I contain you, you contain me—good enough? You develop a star, I nurture a star; ecological balance, perfect handoff. Employment rate a hundred percent!"

Fan Xi truly admired Jordan's mental composure.

"Honestly, I can't make the call on this; you need to talk to Leonard. I've already spoken with him—he can go to whichever team he wants, we just handle the trade assets," Fan Xi said.

Upon hearing Fan Xi's words,

Jordan really had a dog‑face expression.

He sat upright and solemnly. "Jie Ke, you are truly loyal and righteous; I toast to you. Then, I'll go find Leonard."

He raised his glass, downed it in one gulp, and turned to leave.

No wonder people said his turn was spectacular; this move

is even more fake than a feint.

Fan Xi dismissed those bosses.

Ku Pu Qie Ke, however, had to deal with the barrage from those general managers.

Can't help it; Leonard's market is just that hot.

Today's Leonard is definitely a top‑tier league superstar; at his level, he's a non‑sellable asset.

How could other teams not be greedy?

Ku Pu Qie Ke was somewhat overwhelmed by the hassle.

At the championship parade ceremony, he couldn't help but ask Leonard, "Haven't you decided yet?"

Leonard was indeed conflicted; he said, "I've been in contact with many teams lately, but I haven't made a final decision. I need to wait a bit longer. Besides, doesn't the trade window open only after the draft? I can decide before the new season starts."

Ku Pu Qie Ke smiled upon hearing that.

This off‑season still requires endless phone calls.

Over here he's already signed a provisional two‑year, base‑salary deal with Ray Allen, yet Leonard is still wavering.

Fan Xi at the championship parade might have been hyped by JR Smith's alcohol spray. He was holding

a megaphone, demanding the fourth, fifth, sixth…

Fan Xi, upon reaching this point, suddenly realized something… this isn't something to say.

It's inauspicious!

After James said that line, he was beaten up for five consecutive years.

My official

wish, must not

repeat the same mistake, right?

Fan Xi paused when he got to the sixth.

But

Fan Xi said he wants to take six total championships.

James's title of Heaven's Chosen Son had been stripped; according to a roadside community report, after the finals he went overnight to wash the tattoo on his shoulder.

If James doesn't win a championship in his career, he can't even hope to rank among the top twenty in history.

Now Jie Ke already has five championships; if he wins three more, can the historical No. 1 still escape?

Michael Jordan's supporters can only point out that six is greater than five.

What is James anyway?

What tier is he, Jie Ke

Fan Xi's remarks immediately shot to the headlines.

Helping Kuaisuan win three more titles means Fan Xi at least has to play four more seasons. According to the condition set, after he finishes playing for Kuaisuan next season, he will go wander for a year. If next season the Western team wins the championship, he will go to the Eastern team; if the Eastern team wins, he will stay bouncing around other Western teams.

Can Fan Xi help Kuaisuan win three more?

stripped, I heard the roadside

report, after the finals,

,

The day after the championship parade, Fan Dad came to Los Angeles to see his three grandsons; he had met Troy before, but he still planned to make a trip to New York.

Before coming, he said that no matter what, Feifei's son is the legitimate heir.

After arriving, his heart also melted.

These three grandsons are really cute and beautiful.

He sends a dozen or so video calls each day to Fan Mom back home, and Fan Mom is also deeply moved.

He quickly booked a ticket and also came over.

If James never wins a championship in his career, he won't even think of entering the top twenty in history.

Now Jie Ke has five championships; if he gets three more, can the historical number one escape?

Michael Jordan's supporters can only claim six greater than

Fan Dad also argued on behalf of his son: "This can't all be his fault. I heard sons are passive, there's nothing to be done. The men of our old Fan family tend to go with the flow in matters of the heart..."

Fan Dad's comment about going with the flow drew disaster eastward; Fan Mom turned her guns on him: "Tell me, how many times have you gone with the flow? How many others are out there? As the saying goes, if the beam is not straight, the rafters will be crooked—are you also planning to learn from your good son?"

The media the next day were even more excited.

Fan Xi's remarks instantly hit the headlines.

Help Kuaisuan win three more, which means Fan Xi will have to play at least four more seasons. According to the conditions, after next season with Kuaisuan he must wander for a year. If the Western champion is decided next season, he'll go to the Eastern; if the Eastern champion, he'll drift among other Western teams.

【121】 Can Fan Xi help Kuaisuan win three more?

【122】 The media and fans are discussing heatedly.

【123】 What can the discussion possibly produce????. biqupai.

【124】 …

【125】 Fan Dad arrived in Los Angeles the day after the championship parade; he came to see his three great‑grandsons. He's met Troy, but still plans to make a trip to New York.

【126】 Before coming, he said that, no matter what, Feifei's son is the legitimate heir.

【127】 After arriving, his heart also melted.

【128】 These three great‑grandsons are truly cute and beautiful.

【129】 He sent dozens of video calls to Fan Mom back home each day, and Fan Mom was very moved.

【130】 He quickly booked a ticket and rushed over.

【131】 After staying five days, they wondered whether to amend the foundation's terms, allocating a fraction of points to the four children here.

【132】 Although their mothers are wealthy, it's still the grandparents' goodwill, after all.

【133】 Fan Xi was watching the drama nearby and got beaten. Fan Mom said it was all his own doing, unable to control his lower half.

【134】 Fan Dad still argued about his son. "We can't blame him entirely. I heard the sons are all passive, helpless. The men of the old Fan family are generally drift with the tide in matters of the heart…"

【135】 Fan Dad's "drift with the tide" provoked a backlash; Fan Mom pointed the gun at him: "Tell me, how many times have you drifted? How many are out there? If the beam is crooked, the joist is crooked—are you also planning to learn from your good son?"

【136】 Fan Xi quickly fled.

【137】 At such a moment, a dead Taoist doesn't die

【138】 a poor Taoist does.

In fact, when we got there we went straight to Jennifer's house.

Jennifer's house has been turned into a football field… football elements are everywhere.

Fan Xi was angry and asked Troy, "Your idol is actually C Ronaldo? Why not Messi? I heard Messi's technique is better; we should go for a technique‑focused style!!"

"Dad, don't pry into the matters of the football field. When I become the football king, just come over and help lift the World Cup," Troy said, now quite eloquent.

No wonder his grandfather treats him like a beloved treasure, secretly leaving him two apartments in Beijing.

Oppression from above,

Fan Xi feels there's no way to stay at this place.

Still, Jennifer is understanding and helps him relieve his frustration.

But Fan Xi is a bit worried: "You won't end up having another son who only wants to play football, will you?"

"Maybe it'll be a daughter," Jennifer said with a smile.

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