flstandardbreds Chapter 731 Kevin Smith becomes a disciple. Does talent determine peak performance?
Chapter 731 Kevin Smith becomes a disciple. Does talent determine peak performance?
The voice just fell.
"Xiao Beichuan——"
"Wait a minute, we old bones—"
A panting voice, obviously belonging to an elderly person, suddenly came from the back of the Swiss U-17 team crowd.
The sound is not loud, but it has a unique penetrating power.
In an instant, almost everyone turned around and looked at the sound.
I saw two old men, Mikiya Banda and 'Old Man', supporting each other, staggering slightly on the slippery ground and trying to speed up their pace, trying to catch up with the young team members in front.
Mikiya Banda had a gentle but helpless smile on his face, while 'Dad' was breathing slightly, and there seemed to be a little sweat on his forehead due to the rapid walking.
"Two seniors are here to watch the game too."
Beichuan's face immediately showed just the right amount of surprise and respect, and he quickly stepped forward, "I'm truly flattered."
As he spoke, he naturally walked to the side of "Dad" and reached out to hold the old man's arm firmly.
At the same time, although Akutsu still had a cold expression as if he wanted to keep strangers away, with his usual impatience between his brows, he silently walked to the side of Mikiya Banda without anyone speaking, and supported the old coach with a slightly rough but strong movement.
"We're not that bad yet," 'Dad' said, supported by Beichuan, with a pout on his face, clearly unwilling to admit defeat, and trying to straighten his back. "Even though I'm half buried in the ground, I still have enough strength to whip you little guys!"
He glared deliberately, trying to prove his "toughness".
"Speaking of which," he said, his eyes rolling, and the rebellious look on his face was instantly replaced by a sly smile. He looked past Beichuan and smiled at Brand at the front of the team, "Little Brand, today is such a big happy event, shouldn't you treat everyone to a decent meal to celebrate?"
Hearing this, Brand laughed out loud and waved his hand majestically, as if dispelling the last bit of restraint in the air: "No problem! All you can eat!"
His voice was loud and full of confidence.
As for flight times? For Brand, a wealthy family, this is not a problem to worry about.
Compared with these predecessors and players who are like treasures of tennis, the cost of changing tickets is not worth mentioning at all.
A harmonious and cheerful atmosphere just spread among the team.
"Hello, seniors—"
A slightly nervous yet energetic young voice sounded immediately afterwards, reaching everyone's ears clearly.
Everyone's attention was attracted again.
I saw a blond boy standing not far away, with a mixed expression of excitement and nervousness on his face. It was Kevin Smith.
"Let me introduce myself. My name is Kevin Smith."
He took a deep breath and tried to keep his voice steady, but his slightly clenched fists still revealed his nervousness. "Sorry, I came uninvited."
His gaze pierced the crowd, locked onto Kitagawa, his admiration practically overflowing. "Captain Kitagawa's performance today was truly astonishing! I, I'd like to ask if I can... can I get Captain Kitagawa's autograph?"
Kevin's voice had the clarity unique to young people and a barely perceptible tremor.
To be honest, except for Kitagawa himself, everyone else present looked at him with a look of confusion on their faces - they were not familiar with this young man who suddenly appeared.
"Abei," Brand saw this and showed a mischievous smile on his face. He pouted at Beichuan and said, "Your little fan, you can handle it yourself."
He urged in a light tone.
Beichuan, who was named, looked a little helpless at this moment.
His eyes fell on the young man in front of him - Kevin Smith.
Beichuan knew everything about this young man:
In the original novel, he witnessed his father's defeat by Echizen Nanjiro when he was young and fell into despair, so he was determined to avenge the humiliation.
He once led the Free Country Youth Team to sweep Neon Middle School and even defeated Akutsu;
In the end, he was defeated in a fierce battle with Echizen Ryoma and became his friend.
However, due to Kitagawa's intervention, the team led by Kaibin did not go to Japan, but went to Canada.
Kevin followed the U-17 World Cup tournament between the Free State and Switzerland throughout the entire process. The overwhelming strength displayed by Beichuan completely impressed the young man and made him want to become his disciple.
Asking for an autograph at this moment is just the first step for him to get closer to his idol and achieve his goal.
Beichuan's gaze lingered on Kevin's face for a moment, and his half-smile seemed to have seen through the other person's inner thoughts.
However, he did not point it out, nor did he refuse.
Kevin Smith's talent and potential may not be as good as some of Neon's top teenagers, but that doesn't mean he lacks talent.
Beichuan also has a hint of curiosity in his heart. In this world where the original trajectory has completely changed, can this boy take a different path and show new possibilities?
While his thoughts were running wild, Beichuan had already taken the pen handed to him and neatly signed his name on Kevin Smith's shirt on his chest.
Looking at the fresh ink, Kevin Smith was shocked all over, the excitement on his face could no longer be suppressed, and his eyes lit up surprisingly in an instant.
In the original novel, he was a very calm and self-possessed young man, but at this moment, Beichuan's unrejecting behavior undoubtedly ignited a huge fire of hope in his heart - the opportunity that could help him defeat his destined enemy and rewrite his father's life seemed to be right before his eyes!
“Thank you, Master!!!”
Almost the next second after Beichuan put pen to paper, Kevin Smith suddenly bent down and bowed deeply at a ninety-degree angle respectfully to Beichuan!
His movements were solemn and desperate, and he bent his waist very low, as if he would never stand up unless Beichuan agreed.
Beichuan did not respond to this.
He simply turned around and waved his hand, then smiled at the Swiss U-17 team, Brand, Mikiya Banda, and "Dad", as if to say that they could leave.
Seeing this, the team members didn't have any ideas. As for Brand, Mikiya Banda, and "Dad", they couldn't help but look back at Kevin Smith.
At the same time, all three of them frowned slightly, with a hint of confusion flashing in their eyes.
After all, in their opinion, Kevin Smith doesn't seem to have any amazing talent or potential.
However, although they were confused, they did not ask.
I don’t know how much time has passed.
Kevin Smith slowly straightened up and looked at the Swiss U-17 team gradually blending into the crowd in the distance, with a light flickering in his eyes.