Chapter 634: To Win, You Must Not Be Afraid to Lose

Lin Jiuze did not get the answer he wanted, but through consulting the opinion of a Sports Medicine expert at Massachusetts General Hospital, he confirmed that this type of surgery had indeed been performed before.

It was just that for some reason, this "cutting-edge" surgical procedure had not been widely implemented, and was even unknown to most.

Was this the surgical procedure Ji Xiang was talking about? Countless questions swirled in Lin Jiuze's mind.

He returned to the office in silence.

The hospital had prepared a special office for the production team, with high-end specifications; in Lin Jiuze's view, the only thing missing was a sign outside the door that read—Ji Xiang Medical Team.

They were here to film a variety show, mere passersby among passersby, yet they had managed to cause such a massive shift in the attitude of the Affiliated Hospital in a short time; one had to call this a miracle.

Lin Jiuze knew Ji Xiang was not simple, extremely not simple.

"Doctor Xiao Ji, Neymar is arriving soon," Fan Dao reminded him.

Lin Jiuze knew Fan Dao had overlooked his presence, and felt a slight sense of unease in his heart.

"Xiao Ji, do you think it's better to ask for an autograph now, or wait until after the surgery? Asking now seems a bit impatient, but after the surgery, I'm afraid they'll be gone in a few days and I won't be able to catch anyone."

"The jersey is still in the mail, I didn't bring it. Tell me, if I had known about this, I definitely would have brought everything together. It's really agonizing. Xiao Ji, give me some advice and tell me what I should do."

"Don't worry, Brother Zhao, just wait. It really doesn't seem right to ask for an autograph the moment they arrive," Ji Xiang smiled. "Rest assured, you will definitely get the autograph, Neymar will certainly give it, it won't be missed."

In front of the cameras, the group arrived at the ward, and Ji Xiang interacted very cordially with Neymar, who was sitting in a wheelchair.

Hearing what Ji Xiang said, Lin Jiuze was stunned for a moment.

Ji Xiang was communicating with Neymar in fluent Portuguese, rather than the popular English.

Neymar seemed quite surprised as well, but soon he began communicating with Ji Xiang, talking all the way to the ward.

Before Neymar arrived, Ji Xiang had rejected the hospital's suggestion, insisting on a "ridiculous" idea—that Neymar was just a Patient.

Therefore, only a single room was arranged, and he did not go to the special care unit.

After settling Neymar in, his medical team rushed to pull Ji Xiang aside to ask about the details of the surgery.

Lin Jiuze did not go; he knew that what Ji Xiang said after going would likely be similar to what Doctor Jones had said, and since he couldn't understand it himself, it would be a miracle if Neymar's medical team could.

He went to the ward, greeted Neymar in English, and then began writing something on a piece of paper. Meanwhile, Neymar was looking at his phone; Lin Jiuze had just glanced at it and knew he was watching Zhao Dali's highlight reel.

Perhaps Zhao Dali's example was the only reason Neymar had come.

Once.

Twice.

Three times.

Lin Jiuze soon shook his head.

He walked out of the ward and stood at the door, recalling his conversation with Doctor Jones.

Many movements involving sudden running and stopping cause the force on the lower leg to be transmitted to the taut Achilles Tendon, especially when playing badminton or soccer, where the physical contact is very obvious.

A single stop or step, if the range of motion is too large, excessively pulling on the Achilles Tendon, could lead to an Achilles Tendon Rupture.

Modern medicine can use various means to provide maintenance, and the athletic lifespan of athletes is gradually extending.

In the past, the athletic lifespan of a soccer player could only reach 32 or 33 years old; those over 35 were considered veterans.

But now, the 35-year-old Mei Laoban can still lead Argentina to win the championship, and veterans of 37 or 38 years old who still play a core role are everywhere.

However, although modern medicine can maintain an athlete's condition for a long time and delay aging, it cannot solve the problem of reduced athletic ability after an Achilles Tendon Rupture.

This is basically a consensus.

Stephen Kuri is just a miracle, which is why Doctor Jones believed Stephen Kuri's Achilles Tendon had been blessed by an Archangel.

Lin Jiuze stood at the door of the ward, countless pieces of information flashing through his mind.

His expression was very vivid, but unfortunately, others looked right through him.

A long time later, Ji Xiang and Neymar's medical team came to do rounds and check on the Patient.

Lin Jiuze followed quietly behind, rewriting the surgical process Ji Xiang had mentioned earlier on his paper.

After Ji Xiang had been there, Lin Jiuze felt as if something had changed; he finished the last stroke and raised an eyebrow slightly.

Looking up, Lin Jiuze's pupils constricted, as if staring directly at the sun.

"The surgical process is like this. There is a very high probability of success, and it will not affect your participation in next year's World Cup. But to play well, Mr. Neymar, I ask that you put in plenty of effort," Ji Xiang said gently after the physical examination, holding the MRI scans.

World Cup—when this word was mentioned, Neymar's expression turned somewhat dejected.

"Don't worry, as long as you want to, anything is possible," Ji Xiang patted Neymar on the shoulder. "I suggest surgery as soon as possible; the longer the delay, the more complex the surgery becomes."

"But I don't believe the surgical procedure you just mentioned is correct. It is only a conjecture, and it has absolutely no feasibility," the head of Neymar's medical team said seriously.

"Although I have performed similar surgeries only a few times, there are two examples," Ji Xiang said. "And."

He paused.

"If we complete the surgery using the standard procedure, it means Mr. Neymar's professional career ends here. Since that is the case, why don't we try it?"

"After all, Zhao Dali is playing in Europe right now, and I believe you have the relevant highlight reels in your possession."

On Neymar's phone, the latest video highlights of the Bundesliga were playing.

Zhao Dali's extreme acceleration and high-leaping header goal seemed to confirm what Ji Xiang had said.

"Then let's leave it at that for now," Ji Xiang did not force the issue, but smiled slightly. "I will reiterate my suggestion—surgery as soon as possible. Early surgery will reduce intraoperative damage and reduce uncertainty."

"And the recovery will be faster, too."

Ji Xiang did not say much more to Neymar's medical lead, but leaned over slightly and whispered, "Para ganhar, você não pode ter medo de perder. No tem medo de perder, o resultado não pode ganhar. Mas se não tem medo de perder, perder é um resultado."

Lin Jiuze was stunned for a moment.

He knew a little bit of Portuguese, and by half-listening and half-guessing, he could understand what Ji Xiang meant—to win, you must not be afraid of losing. If you are not afraid of losing, the result may not necessarily be a win. But if you are afraid of losing, the result will definitely be a loss.

The cheers from the Bundesliga on Neymar's phone sounded like a tidal wave.

As a backdrop, Zhao Dali's spectacular goal seemed to add weight to Ji Xiang's words of persuasion.

After finishing, Ji Xiang turned and left.

"Doctor Xiao Ji, did they agree?" Fan Dao asked.

"It should still be considered, after all, this involves Neymar's professional career." Ji Xiang said a platitude.

Fan Dao was a bit anxious; he lowered his voice and said, "Doctor Xiao Ji, can you try to persuade him?"

"I need to have a detailed talk with Neymar, and before that, he needs to have a complete consideration himself."

(End of this chapter)