"You did it on purpose, right?"
Laihe asked with a smile on his face, but Lu Ke did not answer or refute. He just smiled at Laihe's appraising gaze and waited for the next step.
"You are worried. For the interests of the league, for the interests of the team, and for your personal business interests in the future, to avoid more conflicts. No one wants to make the matter a big deal. I may advise you to settle the matter as much as possible. Minimize the impact of things, and even actively show friendship to create a positive image.
Undoubtedly, this is the choice that is most in line with your interests and is also the best choice for public relations. However, this is different from your thoughts and persistence. So, you deliberately did not meet with me, responded to relevant questions in front of reporters in advance, and made your position clear, right? "
While speaking, there was always a smile on Laihe's cheeks. He was as friendly and gentlemanly as a spring breeze. He couldn't feel any smell of gunpowder, and he didn't even notice the tension, as if he was just talking about what dinner should be. Just like a normal question of how to choose.
Lu Ke pursed his lips, couldn't help but chuckle, and then asked, "How are you sure? It's not because I'm not used to the existence of an agent for the time being, and I don't know how things should work, so I don't have the first choice." Time to communicate with you?”
Laihe didn't care, and raised his eyebrows, "So, are you?"
The old fox is the old fox. He remained as still as a mountain and gave the initiative to Lu Ke in an understatement, but he used retreat to advance. Because he knew that with Lu Ke's character, he would not deny it and there was no need to refute it.
"No, I'm not." This was a rhetorical question directed at Laihe. Later, Lu Ke answered Laihe's first question, "Yes, I did it on purpose."
Lu Ke admitted the facts openly and openly, with a calm face, and took the initiative to meet Laihe's eyes.
Lech knew that this was a gesture to show that Lu Ke did not regret or worry about his decision, and even took the initiative to stand up to his agent, "Maybe, I should remind you that I am a Jew. "
At first, Lu Ke's thoughts did not keep up with Laihe's footsteps, and he was slightly stunned. After a moment's delay, he gradually came back to his senses, and he immediately realized the profound meaning of this sentence:
Not only because the Jews suffered a devastating blow during World War II, they lost their homeland and were scattered around the world like Gypsies; but also because discrimination against Jews is ubiquitous in American society. , even though the Jews control a large amount of economic lifeline, the discrimination that is deeply rooted in the bones still lingers.
However, now the Jews are winning their own status and respect in their own way, and have achieved great results.
Just like Leh.
"I know what it feels like to stand in a huge crowd and you think you are one of them, but in fact you are not. We must spend more effort and energy to prove that our existence is meaningful and meaningful. Worthy. So, we need to stand up and we need our voices to be heard."
Catching Lu Ke's eyes, Laihe knew that Lu Ke understood his subtext, so he continued to speak.
"As the first Chinese-American quarterback in the league, it's like the elephant in the room. Everyone is trying to ignore it, but it's impossible. We need to make people face the elephant. "
Laihe smiled, but before he could speak, Lu Ke seemed to have understood the following words clearly, and he blurted out, "So, you are on my side."
"Yes, I am on your side." Lech nodded in affirmation, and then said, "I need you to stand in front of the media and state your position; but at the same time, I also need you to stay calm and not lose control. .That’s my only worry.”
"You must know that this involves intricate interests. In order to gain a foothold on the court and open up more possibilities for Chinese players, you need more allies." As he spoke, Laich captured Lu With surprise in his eyes, he nodded with a smile, "Yes, this is how we Jews do things. But, don't worry, leave these things to me, you just have to be yourself."
Lu Ke pursed his lips exaggeratedly, and there was a hint of irony in his words, "So, you came all the way to the locker room and waited at the door just to make me insist on being myself?"
Is such a battle too grand?
Laihe didn't mind Lu Ke's ridicule. Instead, he nodded in approval, "I heard all the conversation you had with reporters just now. The media is always the most troublesome. Use them wisely, and they can become a shortcut to achieve your goals. ; But if you neglect them, they may become troublesome obstacles. Your answer is just right."
Today's situation is too radical and it may intensify conflicts; if it is too weak, it may not be strong enough.
Everyone knows that the problem of discrimination has always existed. This problem did not arise overnight, nor can it be solved overnight. This is not only true for Asians, but also for African Americans, Latinos and other ethnic minorities. They are all facing the same situation, and the road to equal rights is not simple.
More importantly, for professional athletes, compared with words and fists, in the final analysis, they still need to speak with strength and competition. Only by constantly proving yourself, only by constantly winning, and only by constantly improving can you have the right to speak, which is also the best way to fight discrimination.
Facing the media, Lu Ke's response was really eye-catching, and Laihe was deeply satisfied.
"I emphasized my position, my identity, my views, and my demands, simply and clearly; at the same time, I did not focus too much on sensitive topics and shifted the focus from the fans to the discrimination itself. We avoid getting entangled in details and focus on the bigger picture, just click on it and stop when it’s done.”
In a few simple words, Lech clearly expressed his appreciation and recognition.
He had read Lu Ke's file, and his experience of graduating with excellent grades in the journalism department was quite eye-catching; now it seemed that those outstanding grades were more than just a set of numbers. Even if Lu Ke communicates with him in advance, this is all he requires.
"That's enough. Now, you have done your job well." Laihe retracted his chin with a smile and affirmed again, "Leave the rest to me. You don't need to worry about it." Whatever the media responds to and just concentrate on doing your daily job as a professional player, that's fine."
Lu Ke frowned slightly and looked at Laihe with doubts.
Although Lu Ke understands Laihe's position and thoughts, to be honest, as an agent, Laihe is undoubtedly full of warmth. After the two signed the contract, Leh personally attended every game Lu Ke played and paid close attention to all Lu Ke's situations. He was the only one in the entire team to receive such treatment.
However, this does not mean that Lech is a philanthropist or an equal rights activist. In his heart, he is still an agent. These are two completely different things.
"I've always thought that if you want to win more ads, it's better to keep your mouth shut?" Lu Ke expressed his views in the simplest and most brutal way.
Lech put his hands on his chest and said with a serious face, "The best way to win advertising is always to achieve excellent performance on the court." He paused for a moment, and then further added, " The other thing is to make advertisers aware of how broad the Chinese market and the Chinese market around the world are, but rugby has not been able to get involved in this area so far."
What is 100% certain is that Lech is not a philanthropist; in the final analysis, he is still a businessman, a businessman who puts profits first.
As one of only two Chinese-American players in the league, and the only starting quarterback, a quarterback who can win, a quarterback who can win the support of fans and the city. Lech clearly knows that Lu Ke has huge market potential; but the question is, how to maximize this market value?
This is not an easy task. The right time, right place and right people are indispensable.
Before Lech officially signed a contract with Lu Ke, he had already started thinking about this matter, but he was never able to find a suitable opportunity.
Perhaps, this incident can be the beginning for the alliance to face up to the existence of Lu Ke, the beginning for the alliance to face up to the Chinese market, and the beginning for the alliance to face up to the Chinese market.
The reason why Lech considers this is because the current president of the NFL, Roger Goodell, is also an ambitious businessman - not a president, but a businessman, just like him.
In fact, Goodell did his job brilliantly.
Although there have been frequent controversies since taking office, he is too utilitarian and greedy, linking almost everything with interests; at the same time, he is too soft-handed in handling negative news and has repeatedly created moral controversies.
But he has actually brought profits. The most intuitive thing is that the market value of the NFL has doubled or tripled, and the income of the 32 teams has also increased visibly. At the same time, the market influence is also growing rapidly. rise.
In the past few years, Goodell has been trying to expand his global territory, including Europe, Oceania, Asia, etc., without hiding his ambitions at all. After Lu Ke joined the NFL, the league's official position showed corresponding support and affirmation. This is a positive signal, and it also reflects Goodell's attitude to a certain extent.
This incident cannot be ignored for the league and Goodell. Therefore, Lech is now considering using this incident to join forces with Goodell and officials to further expand his influence and take a firm first step.
Laihe's frankness made Lu Ke nod in affirmation, "Professional matters should be left to professionals."
Laihe snapped his fingers and said, "Very good, now the trust between us has gone one step further." After going around in a circle, the topic returned to its original starting point. Laihe still complained about Lu Ke's dissatisfaction with him. Trust, this made Lu Ke shrug his shoulders and accept the "criticism" calmly, "Next, I need to make a call to Roger Goodell."
