king of los angeles

Chapter 58 58. The Tough Fatty

"What do you want to eat? I will pay the bill today to celebrate your return to the game."

"Skewers."

Lin Feng's Chinese pronunciation is all communicated in English in the United States, and he feels that the Chinese foundation in his brain is about to degenerate.

Perkins followed his example and said, "Guan Lu?"

These two words made Lin Feng step on the brake, and he couldn't help laughing at Lao Pa's round eyes.

"You are really talented."

Lin Feng gave a thumbs up. Old Pa didn't know what happened. He really didn't understand what he said just now.

Lin Feng had no choice but to explain in English again, "Insert the meat into a bamboo stick, and then put it on the fire to roast."

While speaking, he turned his face over so that Lao Pa could understand what he meant.

The reason why he wants to eat skewers is that Lin Feng has been getting angry from eating American food, and he urgently needs to have some Chinese food stalls.

In previous summers, Lin Feng was a frequent visitor to the food stalls outside the door. When he traveled to the United States, this hobby was temporarily put on hold.

But the rising temperature these days has revived his urge to grill beer.

It must be difficult to find one in the entire rural area of ​​Los Angeles, and even if you find it, it will not be too authentic.

An exciting idea came to Lin Feng's mind, how about buying back the ingredients and grilling by himself?

He was so excited that he stepped on the gas pedal twice, making Perkins confused.

"Dude, what the hell are you talking about?"

Lin Feng smiled, "How about we DIY barbecue tonight?"

Only then did Perkins understand, "The barbecue is the barbecue, you tell me Lu Guan? What the hell is that?"

The venue was chosen at Perkins' residence, a house he rented in Los Angeles with a small patio big enough for two people to have a barbecue.

It would be a waste to not have some beer and barbecue this month.

They drove to the nearest supermarket and prepared to take a large bag of ingredients back.

Seeing Lao Pa's obese body walking in front, Lin Feng felt that he might have a different affection for him someday, such a thing is uncertain.

After all, Fatty Pa is still very tempting at certain times, especially when he is hungry.

When he arrived at the supermarket, he was about to make a big purchase when Perkins suddenly grabbed his hand.

It made Lin Feng tremble all over, "What are you doing?"

Perkins kept staring at the gray-haired salesman not far away.

"Your friend?" Lin Feng took a closer look, but didn't recognize him.

"Hello, he's Andre Ingram."

Andre Ingram?
The man who persisted until the age of 32 for the NBA dream?

Played in the Development League for 10 years and is the three-point leader in the Development League.

After the Lakers had no hope of entering the playoffs, the team recalled Andre with a ten-day short contract, fulfilling the veteran's NBA dream.

This incident became a good talk in the league for a while, and it also restored the Lakers' image in the eyes of fans.

Although the stories in the business alliance may not be so touching, the smell of money is everywhere.But the old Ingram is indeed a model of chasing basketball dreams. It is not easy for him to stick to it for more than ten years with a meager salary.

"Now that he's a salesperson, fans in Los Angeles probably know him. In his debut against the Rockets in April, Ingram Sr. scored 4 points and made four three-pointers."

Since the Lakers selected Lin Feng, Perkins has done enough homework on this team, even better than the Knicks.

"Let's go say hello, the new recruit's respect for the seniors."

Lin Feng and the two stepped forward and greeted him with respect.

Unexpectedly, the old Ingram recognized Lin Feng, "Our star player in the summer league? Your performance is simply amazing. I watched all the games."

Old Ingram was thin, even with gray hair, and his eyes sparkled, which was admirable.

"Sir, I have heard your story. We are very moved by your perseverance and love for basketball. I hope we can play together one day."

At this moment, Lin Feng understood what pure basketball is, and he saw it in the old Ingram.

The Lakers recalled him as a show, trying to divert the embarrassment that the team did not make the playoffs.

But none of this matters. The 32-year-old veteran gets a chance to play, and it will be the glory of a lifetime.

Seeing the rookie of the Lakers, the old Ingram seemed to want to chat for a while. It is working time now, but fortunately he is not too busy.

Telling his story, he burst into tears.

"Gary, I've heard some of your stuff. Perkins is a great agent, and it's good that he confronted Pelinka in front of him."

The topic suddenly shifted to him and Perkins, Lin Feng was at a loss.

Perkins confronting Pelinka?What happened during.

Lin Feng was puzzled, "What's going on here?"

Old Ying found that he seemed to have revealed some secret, so he quickly smiled to ease the atmosphere, "I also heard what Coach Bichler said, it's just some heresy news."

In fact, this thing does exist.

A few days ago, Perkins and Pelinka were at loggerheads in the office in order to get Lin Feng a one-year contract.

As the representative of the team, Pelinka is of course protecting the interests of the team and insisting on sending out a four-year rookie contract.

The scene was very tense for a while, and Ms. Bonnie could feel the momentum, and she didn't dare to speak from the sidelines.

Perkins smiled. He looked at Lin Feng and said, "I just told Pelinka that if he rejects this proposal, then Gary will give up this year's NBA and re-enter the draft next year."

"Brother, why didn't you tell me this?" Lin Feng asked.

Perkins shook his head, "Gary, you know what I'm capable of. I'm just a terrible agent, but I really want to be good for you, so I said those words and did those things in Pelinka's office. ensure."

"No, no, no, I don't mean to blame, brother, you are doing the right thing."

"Really?"

"of course."

Lin Feng understood that if it weren't for Perkins' insistence, he might have signed the four-year, 4 million contract, and he knew that he was more than that.

"I told Pelinka that you are extremely talented and will be an indispensable part of the future team, and told them that James needs a right-hand man like you."

Perkins is a coward, but he fought hard in Pelinka's office that day, and he fought for the future for himself and his brother Lin Feng.

Lin Feng was a little moved, "Dude, I don't know how to thank you, my first kiss is still there, come on!"

After speaking, make a hug gesture.

Perkins looked disgusted, "Could it be that you and Sarah kissed through plastic wrap?"

Looking back now, Old Pa couldn't believe that he was the guy who ran to Pelinka's office and was at war with Pelinka in front of Ms. Bonnie.

At that time, Perkins had already figured it out. If Pelinka was tough, he would choose to meet Jenny directly and tell her that the team could not continue to follow the old rules, otherwise it would lose its future.

The absurd thing got the best result, at least the result that satisfied them.

Lin Feng is sure that he and Perkins will create brilliance together.

(End of this chapter)