Chapter 300: Chapter 78: [Super Physical Talent]
Time Warner launched its all-out assault at noon, breaking the ’shocking’ news.
It was a historic, head-on confrontation.
Jessica and Scarlett had gone to the hotel to pick up Little Sheep Su Xi at the same time, but Su Xi got into Jessica’s car.
Just as Time Warner had imagined, it caused a sensation.
The SJ Faction in the entertainment world cried victory, calling it a major win on the main battlefield.
However, the SS Faction didn’t just roll over. In their eyes, this was nothing more than a publicity stunt by Jessica.
When the entertainment world’s gossip spilled over into the sports world, it was met with a flood of criticism. For a star player in the middle of the Finals to be running off to date a celebrity was, from any perspective, an act of utter degeneracy.
Many commentators were heartbroken, even comparing Su Xi to fallen players like Shaun Kemp Coleman.
This also led many fans to believe the Pacers’ chances of winning the championship were growing slimmer and slimmer. After all, their core player couldn’t wait to run off and start a romance... and a fucking love triangle, at that.
How could he possibly have any intention of fighting for the championship?
Public opinion was in an uproar.
Even Nike called Su Xi to ask if they should do some emergency PR.
Su Xi had just woken up in Jessica’s bed. After finding out what had happened, he said calmly, "I’ve been a playboy for a long time now. Let them talk. I don’t care."
There was no need to waste the money.
"Just have the Finals MVP bonus ready," Su Xi told the person in charge at Nike with a smile.
Hearing this, the people at Nike were immediately happy again. At least Su Xi hadn’t lost his confidence.
Su Xi getting into tabloid scandals was the norm. It would be an anomaly if he didn’t.
The Pacers’ PR team didn’t even issue a response. From top to bottom, not a single person called Su Xi.
They were used to it.
That evening, Su Xi, dressed in a formal suit, appeared at a party hosted by the owner of the famous United States sports agency, CAA.
The venue was packed with celebrities: famous talk show hosts, entertainment industry moguls, sports superstars, and incredibly wealthy tycoons and managers. Of course, there were also plenty of beautiful women and handsome men there to liven up the party.
When Su Xi entered, he drew some attention.
Even though the place was full of big shots, Su Xi still possessed a unique rarity.
You could see with your own eyes how the women gravitated toward him. Clearly, Su Xi was a public heartthrob. To women, he was the ultimate sex symbol.
He sent a thrill of excitement through them.
However, Su Xi had no interest in the girls who approached him to say hello.
Holding a glass of juice, he sat in a corner, looking bored. He was talking with a professional manager who had approached him, claiming to manage an eight-billion-USD fund on Wall Street.
"Jack, you need a sharp wealth manager. I can give you the right advice. For example, you could divide your wealth into several parts and do more value investing. Real estate, stocks, precious metals..." he rattled on endlessly.
Parties for celebrities in the United States always had these kinds of people. They hoped to manage the wealth of stars or athletes and earn a hefty fee.
This was their main source of income.
It was far more effective than making a hundred sales calls.
After all, celebrity athletes didn’t accumulate their wealth through normal means, so they were often more willing to trust others.
However, Su Xi remained unmoved. He sounded uninterested.
While Tom was chattering on about his track record,
Su Xi said, "I’m currently the third-largest individual shareholder in Apple Inc. I’ve also invested in seven internet startups and am one of the largest shareholders in two of the most famous internet companies in China. Are you sure your plans can bring me a greater return?"
"Of course, I’m a professional," Tom persisted.
But Su Xi didn’t want to talk anymore.
Just then, two Black female tennis players walked over. They were powerfully built, like two mountains. As soon as they arrived, they ignored Su Xi and said to Tom, "Hey, Tom. That two million USD you got from us last time—why is it constantly losing money?"
Tom’s face immediately turned awkward. He had to explain that the stock market had been very volatile recently, but with his glib tongue, he promised it would bounce back soon.
While they were talking, Su Xi’s eyes were fixed on the two strong Black women, a look of clear surprise on his face.
Because the long-dormant Little Elf had awakened at that moment, it told Su Xi: ’Super Talent holder discovered.’
Super Endurance Talent!
Su Xi recognized them. They were the famous tennis stars, Venus Williams and Serena Williams. Fans affectionately called them Big Wei and Xiaowei.
Tennis is a sport that demands incredible physical fitness.
And scientists have already confirmed that women’s endurance is far superior to men’s.
After offering an explanation, Tom quickly slipped away. He didn’t want to be grilled further by the two strong women. If they became emotional and made a scene, his reputation would be ruined.
Fortunately, neither Big Wei nor Xiaowei made a big deal out of it.
"Jack, are you going to invest in his fund too?" Big Wei asked Su Xi.
She was very at ease. She was powerfully built—the type who would look like Zhang Fei if you just added a beard.
Su Xi was certain they had no interest in him. Unlike other women, their eyes weren’t filled with wicked intentions.
