socalfunplaces Chapter 737 The System Resurrects and Issues New Missions! The Alliance is in Turmoil! Lin
Chapter 737 The System Resurrects and Issues New Missions! The Alliance is in Turmoil! Lin
Inside Madison Square Garden, Lin Tian and his teammates, coaches, team doctors, and everyone in the uniform staff were celebrating wildly with excitement. They cheered and shouted, running wild everywhere.
They sprayed a lot of champagne on the field, and several of them chased after Dolan and sprayed him indiscriminately.
After causing a ruckus in the arena for who knows how long, Don Nelson finally stood in the center of the court, the old man completely soaked in champagne! Those bastards from the Knicks didn't let him off the hook just because he was old; various groups of people did their fair share of slapping at him.
Fortunately, the old man didn't get angry. Instead, he calmly took a bottle of champagne and took a few sips every now and then. When old Nelson picked up the bottle again and found that it was completely empty, the old man was finally satisfied.
He let out a long burp, then pulled a microphone from his pocket—a microphone he'd somehow found—and yelled, "Have you little brats had enough? If you have, go back to the locker room. We have a second show! Lin, you and I are going to the press conference!"
"Everyone else, get back to the locker room to shower and change. Our boss, our incredibly generous Mr. Dolan, is going to give us a unique, unforgettable, and absolutely joyful celebration dinner!"
"So, all of you, hurry up!"
After Don Nelson said that, the Knicks players were no longer in the mood to fool around.
Spraying champagne on each other with teammates—what's the point?!
Charge! Charge!
Go find the boss and ask him to take us to find girls to spray milk!
Charge!
Seeing the players, still full of energy and seemingly not tired at all, turn and leave, Old Nelson put down the microphone with satisfaction and walked to Lin Tian's side: "Let's go, this is the last work for tonight."
"After tonight, it's all about rest!"
Lin Tian nodded, but didn't say anything more to old Nelson.
He's working on his own system!
The system I haven't used in a long time.
He had forgotten when he last opened the system, and before the finals even started, Lin Tian was too lazy to upgrade the system again.
Why hasn't anything new appeared in this thing for so long?
But this time, the system finally offered something new!
First, there's a season pack available for each season.
This season, Lin Tian's highlights, team status, and statistics are all at the S+ level. However, the team failed to win all their games in the playoffs and did not achieve 60 wins in the regular season, so their record is only S-. The final bonus is an S-level.
Lin Tian was too lazy to open this gift pack for the time being, so he simply put it aside. He had already opened several S+ gift packs, and the S-level ones were really dispensable.
As for the new features provided by the system...
"Task: During the off-season, the host should choose a project that is unrelated to their existing skills and talents to participate in. The better the performance, the greater the reward."
This……
Lin Tian stared into deep thought as he looked at the task that the system had suddenly resurrected after who knows how many years.
What he's thinking about now isn't how to choose something that has nothing to do with talent.
What Lin Tian is worried about now is whether this damn system's sudden resurrection will shorten his lifespan.
Who told this thing to disappear for so long and then suddenly become active again? Anyone would be scared if someone who hadn't breathed for months or years suddenly pulled open their coffin and ran out!
What pulled Lin Tian out of his reverie was the frenzied flashing of the reporters' cameras! He had already arrived at the press conference venue.
In New York, on this championship night, Lin Tian, the world's number one superstar, was also present.
There's no need to even mention how many reporters were on site.
The entire conference room was packed; there were almost no seats left, and even the standing room tickets were nearly sold out.
The entire venue, except for the empty seats on the interview platform, was occupied by reporters.
There wasn't a single gap left!
Lin Tian sat in his chair, still pondering the reason why the system had suddenly sent him this task at this time, and its deeper meaning.
Of course, Lin Tian himself knew that this thing could have any profound meaning.
Isn't it just because they were afraid of being idle that they randomly assigned a task?
So Lin Tian didn't care at all what the system thought; he was just thinking about what he should do.
That's 10 championships already!
In the blink of an eye, Lin Tian has played in the NBA for 12 years. He has witnessed many good friends or enemies leave the league and has also seen many young newcomers enter the league.
The alliance has become a complete mess because of Lin Tian's arrival, and even Lin Tian himself felt that the alliance couldn't get any more chaotic!
He's completely different from the alliance he knew!
So, how about we just stop here?
Lin Tian's mind was racing, and he answered the reporters' questions in a half-hearted manner. The reporters were somewhat disappointed by Lin Tian's perfunctory attitude.
What's wrong with our God of Wealth, Lin? Is this still the same Lin Yao who always spouts nonsense at press conferences, generates numerous headlines, isn't afraid to offend anyone, and is sometimes arrogant, sometimes even more arrogant, and sometimes extremely arrogant?
No matter what you are! Get off us, the ones who feed and clothe us!
Even if you absolutely have to stay on him, wait until he finishes his press conference before possessing him! Give us a chance!
The reporters were eager to get some juicy information, but Lin Tian just wouldn't take the bait, his face full of perfunctory replies and inattentiveness.
With the press conference nearing its end, the reporters hadn't managed to get any information out of the press. They could only use the simplest and most basic questions as headlines and the same old "Congratulations to the Knicks on winning the championship" to complete their task for the night.
The reporters were not satisfied!
As we all know, whenever difficulties arise, there will always be a brave person who appears!
For example, tonight, the hero appeared right on time!
"Lin, after this season, you'll only have one year left on your contract with the Knicks. You'll have the opportunity to sign an extension this year! According to the rules, you can get a super contract starting at $40 million and lasting up to five years!"
"What are your thoughts on this? Would you consider taking a pay cut or extending your contract early? Or are you planning to wait until after next season to decide?"
"I'm not renewing the contract." Lin Tian remained as calm and relaxed as ever. He smiled at the reporters and said casually, "This contract will be the last one in my professional career."
"I'll retire after next season! I feel it's time to start a new chapter in my life."
……
silence.
The reporters at the scene were silent for several seconds, and then everyone exploded!
Retired?
Is this thing going to be retired?
real or fake?
None of the reporters asked any further questions. They stared at Lin Tian, as if trying to discern from his expression whether he was joking or serious.
After carefully examining it for a long time, they made up their minds.
This guy is serious.
Even if it's a joke, he won't give reporters an answer tonight.
Here comes the headline!
The reporters were absolutely thrilled! They looked at Lin Tian with great anticipation, their minds filled with questions they wanted to ask.
They have so many problems!
The press officer at the scene was also dumbfounded.
He had never received a similar job before, and no one had communicated with him. How come Lin Tian is about to retire?
Even old Nelson, who was sitting next to Lin Tian, was stunned.
He never expected that his disciple would suddenly announce his retirement at this time.
Outrageous!
That's outrageous!
"Lin, why do you want to retire? There has to be a reason! After all, everyone has witnessed your strength. You are the strongest and most terrifying superstar in the league! You can still earn a lot of money in the league in the future, and you can still win countless honors."
"So, why?"
"Because I've already got everything." When Lin Tian first announced his retirement, he was just as bewildered as everyone else. He had no prior plans, and he had never considered retiring before saying the words.
But just after the system assigned the task, when the system asked him to do something else, Lin Tian suddenly made a decision and said it out loud.
It's that simple.
Since even the system wants me to do something else, then I'll do it!
As for what the system is thinking, and what it wants Lin Tian to do.
Who cares!
Master Lin has never cared about those rubbish things.
Whatever!
Anyway, Master Lin has made his decision!
Retire!
"I've won 10 championships, and next year I'll win my 11th. That means I'll have one more ring after I've already worn all ten fingers. Being able to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the great Bill Russell is like a dream!"
"I feel I've left behind enough legends and records, and I've done enough. Shouldn't I leave something for others to remember me by? Shouldn't I give others a chance?"
"So, that's it for now. My professional career is coming to a temporary end."
Lin Tian's confession left the reporters below quite perplexed.
It's hard to evaluate!
You think Lin Tian is arrogant?
He said he wanted to leave something behind for everyone, and that it was amazing to be on par with Russell.
But you might say Lin Tian is being modest, right?
Not a single word of his was humble.
He's even already reserved the championship ring for next year!
You call this kind of person humble?
Qian, you're such a teapot!
However, just as everyone was caught off guard by Lin Tian's sudden attack, Lin Tian continued casually, "My career has spanned three dynasties: Chicago, Indiana, and New York! I'm very happy to have had it all."
"I'm so grateful for all of this. I'm so grateful that I made the right choices in every single one of my past decisions. At every crossroads, I took the right path. Or rather, I can say that the choices I made will be the right choices!"
"Alright, that's enough for now." With that, Lin Tian stretched lazily and said, "We still have a celebratory party to throw, so let's call it a day tonight."
After Lin Tian finished speaking, he stood up, patted the still shocked old Nelson next to him, and then walked out of the press conference with him.
And the headlines that night need no further explanation.
There is only one!
After winning the championship, Lin announced on the spot that next season would be his last!
A stone stirred up a thousand waves.
The entire basketball world has gone crazy!
No one has ever...
Okay, there are some.
Jordan did this during his prime as well.
But the impact Lin Tian caused this time was no less than that of Jordan!
One of the most important reasons is that he is more popular than Jordan now! And the speed and channels of information dissemination are much greater now than when Jordan first retired more than ten years ago, so the impact is naturally much greater!
"You really are a genius, Lin!" Lin Tian never expected that the first person to find him would be the businessman Dolan!
"Didn't you arrange for everyone to go out and have fun? Why are you still here?"
"If we don't wait for you, who would dare to start? I specially stayed behind to pick you up and take you to the venue to have some fun!" Dolan laughed heartily and put his arm around Lin Tian, saying, "Let's go, my dear little business genius! You really are the best guy I've ever met!"
"James, did you even watch my press conference just now?" Dolan's attitude left Lin Tian a little bewildered.
He even thought: This bastard can't be crazier than me, can he?!
Otherwise, what business owner would be so happy to learn that their star player is retiring?
"I saw it, of course I saw it, Lin! Not only did I see it, but I also completely understand you! I know exactly what you're thinking. I've said it before, we're on the same wavelength! We're natural partners!"
Dolan continued enthusiastically, "So you want to announce your retirement early? That way, our ticket prices next season will increase by at least 1%, no! 3%! I plan to raise prices for all home games next season by 3%! Just from the 41 home games in the regular season, how much more money can we make?"
"Then, during the playoffs, or the last home game, I'm going to double the ticket prices! Double them all! The front row tickets will be ten times more expensive! Lin, do you know how much that costs? Next season, I'm destined to make a fortune!"
"As for the luxury tax we pay because of our high salaries, that's nothing! We have plenty of ways to get it back!"
"To be honest, Lin, I was worried about how to talk to you about renewing your contract, because those old folks at home would definitely protest and reject my offer to continue giving you a super-high salary."
"But with this series of huge profits next year, if we really go all out and make a killing, those old bastards won't be able to say a word, and I can give you a top salary! Lin, you're a genius! To think of such a plan!"
"Your idea is great, James, but there's only one problem!"
Lin Tian shrugged and said, "I'm about to retire, so who are you going to offer your super-maximum salary to?"
"Stop talking nonsense, Lin! Given your current state, your achievements, your age, and your current condition, you're retiring? Don't be ridiculous!"
"Isn't your goal to make everyone think you're going to retire, so they'll hurry up and come watch the game?"
"Isn't your idea to tour the entire US next season like a concert tour, making all the teams you play against rich? Of course, the main reason is that our home game ticket sales will definitely be super hot!"
"Then, during our last few home games, the fans will definitely chant slogans and chants like 'Give us Lin!' 'We want Lin!' 'Play one more year!' because they can't bear to part with you."
"Finally, you said you were moved by the fans, you decided to withdraw your retirement announcement, you decided to stay with your fans for a few more years, and you decided to renew your contract with the team!"
"Then, Donnie and I will present you with a brand new, huge contract!"
"Isn't this your plan, Yao Lin? Isn't this how you planned it?"
"I don't believe you're really going to retire! In your current state, retire? Hehehe, those idiots will fall for it, but I don't believe a word of it! I'm a genius!"
Listening to Dolan's wild imagination, Lin Tian was too lazy to pay attention to him and could only shrug and say, "James, I'm serious, next year will be my last year."
"I've decided to retire. I'm serious. Eleven championship rings are enough for me."
After Lin Tian finished speaking, he patted Dolan on the shoulder and said casually, "Alright, where are we going this time? I can't wait to start the party tonight!"
Lin Tian talked as he walked, completely ignoring the stunned Dolan behind him and the old Nelson, who had already recovered from his stunned state.
He still needs to take a shower and change his clothes.
The clever Lin Tian even turned off his phone.
He knew that countless people would call and text him tonight, asking what was going on and what had happened.
Let's talk about it tomorrow.
Or rather, let's talk about it after this period of time!
Even Master Lin has times when he's too lazy to care about anything else and wants to slack off and relax.
Even when Lin Tian returned to the locker room, the first thing he said to his teammates was, "Don't ask anyone, don't mention it to anyone. Tonight is for partying, as for everything else, we'll talk about it after tonight!"
"Now, let's go party!"
Lin Tian's words effectively suppressed the curiosity of Xiao Si and the others, leaving them with no way to ask any more questions.
Fortunately, there are still many shows tonight.
Lin Tian's retirement announcement can be put on hold for now; it's not a big deal at all!
……
When Lin Tian returned home drunk, it was almost dawn.
Who knows what the Knicks players did that night in their excitement? Anyway, when Lin Tian left, he saw Old Nelson, who was completely drunk and fast asleep in the corner of the sofa, and Dolan, who was only wearing his underwear and dancing on the table.
He also saw Stoudemire and Anthony kiss after Stoudemire lost a game.
After seeing these images, Lin Tian knew it was time for him to leave.
If we don't leave soon, who knows how many more cringe-worthy scenes will appear.
"You're back so late." Lin Tian had just pushed open the door to his house when he heard a lazy voice.
He saw a petite but curvaceous girl wearing a Suns jersey lying on his sofa.
Lin Tian recognized him at a glance; he hadn't drunk that much.
They were my own employees.
Elizabeth Olsen.
Hmm, did this girl actually resign or not?
I haven't seen her much this whole season. Ever since I took her to see the tigers, the little girl hasn't seemed to go to work much...
Of course, it's also possible that after Elizabeth discovered that Lin Tian was "law-abiding" and wouldn't lay a hand on her, she felt that this roundabout approach was useless, and that it was better to find another way than to waste time every day.
such as……
Building up seniority?
But whatever Elizabeth thought, she looked radiant at that moment.
The oversized jersey that barely covered her hips, the high heels, the languid gaze, and the long, flowing hair—all one could say was: the witch, though young, understood men. (End of Chapter)