Dominate the Super Bowl

"So it turns out, dreams do exist; it turns out, even amidst cold numbers, there is still warmth in life; it turns out, life truly can have more."

Exhaling long, long breaths.

Only now does Li Wei realize that the experiences over these short four years brought him emotions and happiness far beyond imagination. This path, initially embarked upon due to the system, unexpectedly allowed him to feel the meaning and value of life. The stories experienced during this journey are priceless treasures.

Everything, all of it, stems from these ordinary fans: Felix, Annie, Anderson, the people at the Old Oak Tavern with West, Prest and Carter, those who struggle, feel lost, and are troubled by life.

These people, ordinary, common, small, insignificant, living diligently and earnestly, never have and never will stand under the spotlight, yet ignite the light of hope with their grounded and steadfast efforts, illuminating his life.

Football, who knows when it started, ceased to be just football.

Now, Li Wei can finally understand why the residents of a city, a town, can have such deep bonds with a team.

"People always say, I bring hope to the city, I realize dreams for you, but let me tell you a secret, actually, it's you who ignite my passion, finding a meaning and goal to strive and fight for."

Emotions surge inside the chest, uncontrollably, the nose tingles slightly, and a warm stream seems to well up in the eyes, yet Li Wei beams with a big smile:

Now is not the time to feel touched. Not now.

"So, I will continue running wildly."

"An undefeated season is just the first goal, next will be the triple crown."

"I know the difficulties, it's not just words, the entire League is watching us, everyone desires to climb to the top by stepping on our shoulders, and opponents who can't stand our arrogance and winning streak abound, we are now the League's public enemy, things will surely be tough."

"But I believe this is a form of recognition, because we have truly become a target everyone wants to defeat, because we have genuinely stood atop the League."

"Phew, the journey ahead should be very interesting, haha, I can't wait."

"Felix, and of course, Annie, I need your strength, you will accompany us to keep running forward, to fight till the end, right?"

As soon as he finishes speaking, a gust of wind blows, and Li Wei suddenly sits upright, then he sees—

Not far away, a small tornado is gathering, lightly and gracefully dancing, finally running wildly towards the direction of the Sun, until it completely disperses.

In an instant, golden sunlight pours down unobstructed, filling the sight, the whole world surging with warm vibes.

Unexpectedly, Li Wei's heart pounds heavily against his chest, he knows, that is Felix, that is Annie, that is their response.

This is not an end; on the contrary, this is the start of a brand new journey.

Now, on Li Wei's shoulders, there are not only Annie's dreams but also Felix's dreams, they will explore the unknowns of the world together.

Quietly watching that small tornado disappear, he turns and looks down at the tombstone in front of him, on which is inscribed.

"Felix Gray, 2002–2019.

Though it was a battle with an early destined conclusion, I fought to the end. It was an impressive battle. Do not be sad because it ended, be happy because it happened."

Felix, he once came to this world and left his mark, Li Wei doesn't believe he will be easily forgotten by Kansas City.

Turning around, taking steps forward.

Li Wei quietly straightens his back, opens his shoulders, bathed in golden sunlight and gentle breeze, full of hope and confidence, moving toward the future.

Leaving the cemetery, Li Wei is identifying direction, when the corner of his eye unintentionally catches a figure—

Could it be paparazzi?

Before Li Wei can speak, that person has already spoken first, "You're not planning to run back all the way from here, are you? It's at least four miles from here, maybe five? I think your Mercedes-Benz sponsor would be quite unhappy, those nice cars parked in garages every day."

With a teasing remark, Li Wei's lips slightly curve upward, looking at Thalia's bright eyes, he chuckles softly.

But Li Wei does not retort, "So, how did you get here?"

Thalia pulls a set of car keys out of her Pocket, pressing them towards the street across, a black Mercedes-Benz flashes its alarm.

Thalia looks at Li Wei, revealing a neat row of teeth, "I already told you I have a driver's license."

Li Wei deliberately puts on a serious face, "Does this mean I can experience the ultimate speed of F1 today?"

Thalia immediately catches the teasing in Li Wei's words, makes a funny face in response, a very, very ugly face, totally losing her image.

Ha!

Li Wei couldn't hold it, bursting into laughter, his lips completely spreading a smile.

Thalia also displays a smile, "You're laughing. Finally saw a smile on your face."

Li Wei slightly hesitated.

In the past few weeks, Li Wei was entirely absorbed in games, not only focused but also dedicated, single-mindedly, as if nothing could disturb him.

Despite Li Wei never discussing or responding about Felix's matters, the profound sadness and pain rooted in him erupted with powerful energy.

Li Wei himself wasn't aware, but Thalia truly hadn't seen Li Wei's smile for a long, long time, she still hoped to see Li Wei's smiling appearance.

Li Wei cleared his throat, concealing his panic, trying to change the subject, "How did you know I was here?"

Over the past few weeks, aside from Thalia's first night arriving in Kansas City, she stayed entirely in the hotel at other times.

Li Wei tried to persuade Thalia to go home, but Thalia stubbornly and firmly refused, when Li Wei carried her luggage out, she even hid at Mahomes' house.

Coincidentally, Brittany, who came to Kansas City to prepare to spend Christmas with Mahomes, was furious, vehemently demanding Li Wei to resolve the issue.

Li Wei also knew, even if he personally sent Thalia onto the plane flying to New York, the little girl might sneak back herself, and things would become genuinely troublesome then.

So, rather than letting Thalia hide in the dark, he might as well let her be in the open.

Li Wei agreed to let Thalia stay, but the premise was Thalia needed to reside in a hotel.

Thalia reluctantly agreed.

Coming to the cemetery today, Li Wei hadn't told anyone, never expected to see Thalia here.

Thalia met Ansen's gaze, "I went to your house to find you; you weren't there. Your morning exercise is over, now should be morning tactical manual study time, yet you're not home."

"Just right, the regular season is over, you achieved the goal of an undefeated season, I thought perhaps you've finally summoned the courage to visit Felix."