Just as they were about to head to the battlefield.
Jeff Augustine's phone call came through.
The two had agreed that unless it was an extremely urgent matter, he shouldn't call after 10 PM on non-game days.
They would discuss it the next day.
Today was a non-game day.
It was now 10:30 PM. For Augustine to call at this time, something important must have happened.
"Wait a moment~"
Su Yan pecked Rebecca on the cheek, sat back down on the sofa, and answered the phone.
"Boss, I apologize for disturbing you at this hour, but... I absolutely must tell you some amazing news."
"What good news?"
"Adidas is willing to give you a 'sky-high contract' lasting three years, worth 100 million, plus a 15% personal commission.
They also promised to custom-design 'signature sneakers' for you this season."
"Holy cow, that fierce?"
Su Yan, the hands-off boss, was stunned. "My memory is stuck at 100 million over 7 years. How did it jump this ridiculously high in just a few days?"
"Haha~"
On the other end of the phone.
Augustine laughed, taking credit, "Of course, that's because I stirred things up between Adidas and Nike.
In short.
This is the final 'sky-high price.' I think it's perfectly safe, and I'm calling to hear your final decision."
"Of course, no problem."
Su Yan simply didn't want to bother thinking hard, but he wasn't stupid; he could tell immediately that this offer was excellent.
The term was short, the salary was high, there was an uncapped personal commission, and signature sneakers.
It was absolutely perfect.
Su Yan immediately accepted.
"Great, Boss. I'll agree to it on your behalf for now. Later, when Adidas contacts you, all you need to do is sign, put your fingerprint on it, and finalize the contract."
"Okay."
"And then... recently, many companies have been looking for you to endorse their products: clothes, bags, cosmetics, and so on.
The variety is large and mixed.
I am currently filtering them."
"Alright, I'll leave it to you!"
Su Yan was truly a hands-off boss.
"That's my job. I won't disturb you anymore, Boss."
Beep beep beep~
Su Yan hung up the phone.
Immediately after, the phone rang again.
Su Yan thought it was Augustine again, but realized it was Mengmeng calling.
Should I not answer?
But then he thought... this is what makes it exciting!!!
Besides, what was there to fear? Since he was already going to be a scumbag, instead of being timid, he might as well be open about it!!!
He answered the call.
"Su Yan, are you asleep?!"
"Not yet."
"Then what are you doing?"
"...I'm enjoying the nightlife!"
"Hehe~ I don't believe you. If you were enjoying the nightlife, would you still answer my call?!"
Fine.
He told the truth, but if she didn't believe him, there was nothing he could do.
Su Yan asked, "Tell me, why are you calling at this hour?!"
"Uh..."
Mengmeng replied, "It's nothing major.
It's just... my concert will be held on New Year's Day in Los Angeles, and I hope you can come watch!
The seats will definitely be in the front VIP inner section."
"Oh~ That would be my honor. As long as I don't have a game that day, I will definitely go."
Su Yan agreed.
"Yay~"
Mengmeng was very happy and continued, "I'm coming to New York tomorrow to watch you play. Do you want to grab a late-night snack together in the evening?!"
"If it's in New York, I guess that's fine."
If it was close to home, he didn't mind.
"Geez~ I'm a huge singer, couldn't you sound a little less reluctant?"
"Ha~"
Su Yan chuckled and teased, "Anyway... whether I agree or not isn't important, since you've already decided everything."
"Hehe~ Good that you know.
Well... see you tomorrow~ Good night~"
Beep beep beep~
The date was set.
Mengmeng happily hung up the phone.
Su Yan shook his head. Mengmeng was as assertive as ever.
Of course.
Su Yan also knew that Mengmeng's assertiveness was based on her knowing that he would be free at that specific time.
Rebecca asked, "Who was that?"
"Mengmeng. She said she invited me to her concert on New Year's Day!"
Su Yan didn't hide it, but he only told half the story.
Rebecca nodded her little head and didn't ask further.
She knew in her heart that an excellent man like Su Yan couldn't possibly belong only to an insignificant person like herself.
She didn't mind.
As long as Su Yan was good enough to her when he was around.
This was also why she didn't care even though Su Yan hadn't confessed his love to her.
She was already very happy and content.
Everything else was unimportant... The next day.
Morning.
Adidas officially announced the "sky-high contract" with Su Yan: 300 million over three years + 15% personal commission + the promise of signature sneakers in his rookie year.
Su Yan officially signed with Adidas.
McGrady, one of the Adidas Five Generals and a good friend of Su Yan, was the first to post, saying: "Welcome Su Yan to the Adidas family!"
Duncan and Billups also posted messages of welcome.
"The Big Ticket" Garnett did the same, except... his message looked somewhat official.
"Agent Zero" Arenas also posted: "Welcome Su Yan to the Adidas family. Su Yan, way to go.
I can see a shadow of my younger self in him.
I hope Su Yan continues to improve."
A shadow?
Yes.
Agent Zero was only a second-round pick and was consistently underestimated during his college years.
Ultimately, through hard work, he grew from "Agent Zero" into the league-famous "Agent Zero"!
Su Yan, an Undrafted Player, ultimately secured a "sky-high sneaker contract."
This also represents an inspiring story.
The experiences of the two men were somewhat similar.
All of the "Adidas Five Generals" welcomed the newcomer Su Yan—the prestige was truly maxed out!
Players like Yao Ming, Yi Jianlian, Iverson, and Curry also posted messages of congratulations.
Fans were both shocked and envious.
The good news continued to pour in... The NBA officially announced at 10 AM that Su Yan had once again been selected as the eastern conference player of the week.
Three consecutive weeks!!!
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