At 12 o'clock in the morning on the 18th, Zhou Quan arrived in Los Angeles. Philip came to pick him up, and a large group of reporters followed him.
"Tekken, tomorrow is Michael Tyson's first fight after being released from prison. Will you be there to watch the fight?" a reporter asked.
"I'm going to Las Vegas in the afternoon."
"Both you and Tyson have top-notch dodge skills and very precise boxing skills. Do you want to fight him?"
Zhou Quan smiled and said: "I still focus on the NBA. If everything goes well and I win this game, the next one will be the World Boxing Championship Challenge.
But if I lose this game, I would rather find a chance to fight Michael Tyson. It would be an honor for me to fight the Iron Man. "
"Roger, Jordan's deal hasn't been finalized yet?" he asked after getting in the car.
"Not yet. The Bulls' owner and management are not planning to let him go. They won't let go. Jordan still has one year on his contract and he can't leave.
But it shouldn't come to that level. They will either relent sooner or later and agree to a trade, or they will give Jordan a contract extension to make Jordan tempted.
And Phil Jackson has to stay with the Bulls, otherwise Jordan's contract will end next year, the Bulls will definitely lose nothing, and Jordan will definitely leave. "
"When Jordan and general manager Jerry Krause are in such trouble, what's the point of staying on the same team?"
"Now Jordan's matter cannot be settled, and the SuperSonics are not ready to move. In fact, if Jordan continues to stay in the Bulls, it will be good for the SuperSonics."
"How to say?"
"If he really goes to the Knicks, the Sonics will definitely need to strengthen their inside line and trade for a center who can compete with Ewing.
But where can I find such a person? Moreover, the salary cap is there, and people traded from outside are not suitable for the Big Bird terms. The Sonics do not have enough space to sign a super center for you.
The Bulls have not been able to find a good center for so many years, and have only used third-rate centers. First, it is difficult to find a good center, and second, there are salary cap constraints. Otherwise, Michael Jordan could win the championship every year in the past, and the Bad Boys could not stop him at all. he. "
"That's right. Then I hope Jordan stays with the Bulls, haha!"
After lunch, Zhou Quan and Philip boarded a small plane flying to Las Vegas.
Nevada is right inside California, not too far away and will be there soon.
At three o'clock that afternoon, a press conference between Tyson and his opponent was held.
This was the second time Tyson saw his opponent, the last time was to sign a contract.
In order to show off his momentum, Pete McNee deliberately walked up to Tyson with his chest puffed out, but Tyson only saw McNee's belly.
To be honest, he had never heard of this person before Tang Jin told him his opponent's name. Now this guy's belly told him that he would definitely win this boxing match.
Sometimes, he hates Don King's approach, always finding some messy opponents for him, which makes his boxing matches not as valuable as those of Lewis and Holyfield.
"Michael, have you heard of Iron Fist? On the 15th of next month, his challenge qualification will also be held here."
After the photo was taken, the media conducted interviews, and a reporter asked.
Michael Tyson nodded and said: "I heard that the Chinese guy who just won the NBA championship is very famous.
I have watched the video tapes of his two boxing matches. His boxing skills are accurate, his steps are good, and his dodge ability is strong. That kid's fighting style and boxing skills are very similar to mine. I suspect he is imitating my boxing skills. "
A reporter from Los Angeles laughed and said: "Iron Fist admitted during the NCAA that he has learned your fighting and boxing techniques."
Tyson immediately laughed and said, "Really? Who is his opponent?"
"Mike Muller."
"Oh, it's that guy, a good opponent, better than my opponent." Tyson laughed.
"snort!"
Porter McNee, who was also being interviewed not far away, was so angry that his belly shook.
The next day, on the night of the 19th, a boxing match that attracted worldwide attention began.
As a result, in less than ten seconds of the first round, Michael Tyson knocked down his opponent with a heavy punch, and then completed the KO in the 89th second, winning his first fight after being released from prison.
Zhou Quan watched the game live and witnessed Tyson's power with his own eyes.
Whether it is dodge, boxing, or punching, they are all at the top level in the world, and he also has a ferocious upward attack. It seems that after several months of training, Tyson has recovered from a beast with his teeth pulled out, and has returned to that. A man-eating beast.
Next, he entered intense boxing training in the casino.
Every night, he would talk to Zeng Li on the phone, usually for at least half an hour.
On the night of the 21st, Zeng Li told him that he had already reported to the Capital Theater and that he did not need to arrange dormitories from his employer. The boss of his employer was very happy.
"Zhou Quan, I will return to Hu Bei tomorrow."
"Go back by plane, the green car is too slow."
"But plane tickets are too expensive."
"Didn't I leave you 200,000 yuan? From now on, I will send you 30,000 US dollars every month and spend it all for me."
"Huh? How do you spend so much money?"
"Also, Ah Li, I'm not worried about my girlfriend being crowded together with other men. Just take care of my stinginess and don't squeeze into the train."
"Hehe, I know. By the way, Zhou Quan, I want to grow my hair long. Do you like short hair or long hair?"
"Short hair looks more elegant, but I also like long hair, which is more feminine. Oh, and also, go home and buy more gifts for your parents. Don't be afraid of spending money. Just buy whatever is lacking at home.
In addition, if the place you live in is not good, buy your parents a house each, and I will send you money back. If you treat me as your boyfriend, don't be polite to me. "
"I know. But you don't have to buy a house. Our family lives in a house in the factory, and so does my dad."
"Then I'll buy it next year. I'll talk about it after I go back. Commercial housing will be the trend in the future, and it will only become more and more expensive. It's cheaper to buy early."
"oh."
As time passed, Zhou Quan and Zeng Li spent more and more time talking on the phone, and nothing serious happened. Zeng Li would talk about trivial matters about the drama troupe, Zhou Quan would talk about some things in the United States, and they would talk about things from their childhood. Both parties are happy to listen to what the other party has to say and will not feel bored.
Zhou Quan's boxing match is getting closer and closer. Driven by the capital power of boxing promoters and because Zhou Quan won another championship, his influence and popularity are even greater. This boxing match has attracted far more attention. Higher than the boxing match with Tyson Jr. last year.
On the 23rd, Knicks head coach Pat Riley suddenly announced that negotiations with the Knicks had broken down and he would not renew his contract.
This iron-blooded coach has a great influence in the league. He built the Knicks into a strong iron-fisted team in a few years. When he left Apple City, teams immediately extended an olive branch to him.
But the next day, Pat Riley showed up in Miami and announced that he had signed with the Heat and became the Heat's head coach and general manager.
"This guy wanted to work part-time as general manager of the Knicks, but the management refused, so he left." Phillip didn't know where he got the inside information and told Zhou Quan.
On July 25, Zhou Jun came to Los Angeles.
Zhou Quan arranged everything and enrolled at UCLA on August 2nd to start his study abroad career.
In addition, he arranged an English teacher for his younger brother to brush up on his English.
…
Time entered August, and on the 2nd, the Bulls suddenly announced that they had reached an early contract extension with Michael Jordan, a huge three-year contract worth $72 million.
The average annual salary is as high as 24 million U.S. dollars, which is definitely the highest salary in the NBA. It exceeds Zhou Quan's contract, which was only 68.2 million U.S. dollars in five years.
On the same day, the Bulls' meritorious general manager Jerry Krause announced his resignation, and the general manager position was taken over by Phil Jackson, who also served as head coach.
As a result, the internal disputes in the Bulls ended with the victory of Jordan and Phil Jackson, and the defeat of Jerry Krause.
Jordan staying with the Bulls relieved many teams interested in winning the championship, including the Sonics.
The only disappointment was of course the Knicks. The next day they announced that they had reached a contract extension with Ewing, worth $22 million for two years, $17 million next season, and $5 million next season.
Obviously, this contract leaves room for expansion. The Knicks will have a lot of space to recruit stars after next season.
In this way, Ewing became the first NBA star to truly receive an annual salary of tens of millions. Zhou Quan, Jordan and Larry Johnson have not yet truly received an annual salary of tens of millions. Zhou Quan's salary next season will only be US$8.5 million.
…
On the night of the 15th, Zhou Quan started talking on the phone with Zeng Li again.
"Ahri, are you still getting used to being in the drama troupe?"
"Well, it's okay, but there are not many performance opportunities. Peking Opera. I thought that there were more people watching Peking Opera in the capital and there were more opportunities to perform, so I wanted to stay here. But now there are fewer and fewer people watching Peking Opera in the capital. There aren’t many jobs in the group, and I’m not a role player. I’ve been in the group for half a month and I haven’t been on stage yet. Many people in the group are waiting for me to play a role, and I don’t know when I will get the chance.”
"So few opportunities? Well, I miss you very much. Why don't you come to the United States? My boxing match is on the 15th next month. It's still too late to go through the formalities."
Zeng Li was heartbroken. She fell in love for the first time, and a phone call could not satisfy her emotional needs at all.
"But, Zhou Quan, you haven't met my parents yet, and I haven't met your parents yet. Our affairs haven't been completely settled yet. Is it inappropriate? If you tell me, people will laugh. mine."
"That's the truth. Then, I'll ask my parents to go to Hubei and let their parents meet first to settle things between us. What do you think?"
"okay."
"Then you can ask for leave. My parents don't have to go to work. Tell them today and they might be able to go tomorrow."
"So fast?"
After hanging up the phone, Zhou Quan called home and arranged for his parents to go to Hu Bei.
"Dad, please arrange a trip to Hubei with my mother to meet Zeng Li's parents. After confirming the relationship, I plan to bring her to the United States."
"Meeting with the girl's parents? Okay, I'll prepare right away and go tomorrow." Zhou Jianguo said happily.
"Son, I want to take him over. You are so far apart. I'm afraid we'll break up in the end." Lin Yufen said.
"Mom, that's what I thought."
"By the way, this time she is not the Dink, right?"
"No, I've talked about it before."
Zhou Jianguo and Lin Yufen were very proactive. After making arrangements for Zhou Ye, they drove to Jingzhou early the next morning.
Although the two families have never met before, Zhou Jianguo has been a small leader for so many years, and his communication skills are very strong and comprehensive. With his communication, the meeting between the two families was very harmonious, and even the marriage matter was discussed. They talked about it and said they would get married next year when Zhou Quan comes back.
Lin Yufen took out a set of gold jewelry prepared last year, plus 180,000 yuan in cash as a meeting gift.
Zhou Jianguo said that after Zhou Quan comes back next year, he will give Zeng's father and Zeng's mother each a commercial house as part of the betrothal gift.
Zeng’s father and mother were both honest people. They had worked in factories all their lives and were very simple. The conditions of Zhou Quan’s family were much better than theirs, and they respected them very much, so they didn’t say much. They just said that the 180,000 yuan would not be worth a penny. If you don't move, I will give Zeng Li the money in the future, and I won't need the house.
After the relationship was established, Zhou Jianguo took Zeng Li to apply for a passport, and then went to the US Embassy in the capital to apply for a visa. There was no visa service in Hanwu City.
…
"Zhou Quan, my visa is ready."
On the night of September 5th, Zeng Li called.
"It's pretty fast. Then prepare yourself and come here as soon as possible." Zhou Quan said with a smile.
"Yeah. But the things in the unit haven't been settled yet."
"Are you going to resign or take a leave of absence without pay?"
"Let's take a leave of absence without pay. This year is the last time we will guarantee distribution. I heard that starting from next year, the university will not guarantee distribution. The establishment is very rare. Besides, if you don't like me anymore, there will be a way out if I come back, right?"
"What are you talking about? Am I meeting someone who loves the other person? Besides, my parents and your parents have even agreed on when we will get married.
Also, I think we both have good personalities and get along well with each other. If you come over and we get along for another year, we will get married next year. What do you think? "
"Um."
…
At noon on the 11th, Zeng Li's plane arrived in Los Angeles, and Zhou Quan also returned to Los Angeles from Las Vegas. The two met at the airport.
Zeng Li wore a pink dress that Zhou Quan bought for her last time in Wangfujing, and a women's watch that Zhou Quan bought for her. Her hair had reached her shoulders, and she felt a little uncomfortable when she pushed the suitcase out. Nervous, his eyes glanced back and forth, looking for Zhou Quan. There was no smile on his face, and he looked very cold.
To be honest, she was still very nervous after traveling thousands of miles to come to the United States. After all, she had only known Zhou Quan for such a short period of time that it was almost like a traditional blind date.
"Here, Ah Li." Zhou Quan raised his hand and shouted loudly.
"ah!"
Zeng Li looked over happily, only to hear a clicking sound, and a large number of flash lights almost blinded her eyes, startling her.
"Are you okay?"
Zhou Quan had no choice but to follow a group of reporters wherever he went. He went over to take Zeng Li's suitcase and put his arm around her waist.
Zeng Li was a little uncomfortable with the big hand on her waist, but fortunately, this was the boyfriend she missed. She had kissed him last time, so she would get used to it once she got used to it.
(End of chapter)
