266 Together
On the East Coast of the North American continent, the matchup between the Philadelphia Hawks and San Francisco 49ers has attracted a lot of attention, not because of the history between the two teams, but because the quarterbacks of both teams are talking point makers.
One is a rocky career that returned to the top last year, is united in its desire to hit the Super Bowl this year, and is eager to bounce back this week after losing at home to their rivals in the same league last week; One was born out of nowhere, like an ugly duckling, and after appearing like an ugly duckling, he transformed into a thousand rays of light, and every step created the history of the alliance.
The contest between the two quarterbacks easily created a lot of topics and attracted attention. In this week's regular season on Sunday, this game deservedly became the center of attention.
Meanwhile, the city of San Francisco, on the west coast of the North American continent, is also bustling, and eyes are on the other side of the continent, the city of brotherly love, to watch the situation of this week's NFL games.
No one can resist victory. With the San Francisco 49ers on a bizarre three-game winning streak and instantly becoming the darlings of the city, people are half-guessing whether they really have any hope of making the playoffs this year. Even the most pessimistic skeptics are beginning to waver in their convictions –
There is no one who does not like to win.
Especially after Friday's intra-team press conference, Jim Hubble confirmed that in the head-to-head competition of the four quarterbacks, Lu Ke came out on top, beating Alex Smith and also beating Colin Kaepernick, and really convinced the coaching staff with his strength.
Hope arises spontaneously.
However, the fans still warn themselves not to expect too much, and the higher the expectations, the greater the disappointment. At the end of the day, Lu Ke is a rookie quarterback, and even if all other shortcomings and problems aside, all rookie quarterbacks need more time to grow, and three consecutive wins are already incredible, and they should be more patient and more composed.
But deep down, the excitement and excitement gradually began to spread. Week after week, the rookie quarterback is rippling the ice of San Francisco's die-hard fans, earning their approval one step at a time.
Chris Wilson pushed open the door of "Joe's Bar" and walked inside, and in an instant, all eyes were focused.
At this moment, the bar is bustling with people, all of whom are wearing the white shirts of the San Francisco 49ers away game, and spread out in the creamy yellow lights, but the small space of 50 or 60 people creates the visual effect of a vast ocean, which is spectacular.
Glancing around, meeting the gaze of those who were looking, Chris ignored it and walked towards the bar with a straight face. But obviously, he didn't want to deal with other people, and others didn't want to let him go easily, "Chris, why didn't you come to Philadelphia to support Bambi this week?" Is it too shy to pay the fee? ”
"Shut up! Jonathan! "It's like Chris has eaten gunpowder, it explodes at one point, and he hits it straight up.
Jonathan Baldwin couldn't help but be stunned, frowning slightly, "What's wrong?" Chris, can't you joke anymore? ”
"Yes, no." Chris didn't pause, his eyes widened and he shot back.
'Now the team needs us, the team continues to rise, we should give more support and encouragement to the team, this group of young people can't do better, especially Bambi. If you look at his performance on the pitch, he's going to work harder and harder than any of us who are self-proclaimed die-hard fans, but what are you so-called fans doing? ”
Looking at these familiar faces in front of him, Chris felt unfamiliar like never before, and indescribable anger hit his chest, "You are demolishing the stage, you are opposing, you are watching, after three victories, you still can't win your support?" So what are you waiting for? Failed? If the team loses and your suspicions are confirmed, will you be happy? ”
The words were gushing, the foam was splashing, and Chris didn't pause at all, releasing all the anger in his heart, not just against Jonathan alone, but also at all the fans in the bar.
The team needs their support, and Bambi needs their encouragement, but they are constantly pouring cold water, indifferently and even gloatingly in anticipation of the team's troubles. Since when have they become so aloof and so picky again? Three games still can't impress them?
Could it be that this is because of Lu Ke's Chinese identity?
Chris doesn't want to speculate, but he's heartbroken when the team feels like they're on their own in the face of a lifeless crowd. So, he met everyone's eyes without showing weakness, frank and vicious, "Shame! I'm ashamed of you! You don't deserve to be called 49! ”
The sharp words made the fans in the bar look away, and gradually fell silent, a little uncomfortable, a little embarrassed, and at a loss. Including Jonathan, who stood in place, his head bowed, not saying a word, as if he was invisible.
Looking at the fans who were like a pool of stagnant water, Chris only felt aggrieved, opened his mouth again, tried to say something, but after all, he still didn't say anything, slumped his shoulders in disappointment, walked to the bar in a sullen manner, and nodded to the bar owner Anthony Tinozzo, "A beer." ”
Anthony picked up his glass, poured a large glass of beer from the keg, and then placed it on the table, calmly asking, "Why didn't you go to Philadelphia?" ”
After a hearty catharsis, Chris's emotions gradually calmed down. Faced with the same problem, this time, Chris didn't get angry again, "Can't buy tickets." The Eagles fans snatched up all their tickets, leaving no room for the away fans. Even if we passed, we wouldn't be able to come in to help. ”
Last week's trip to Cincinnati was a rare exception.
In fact, Chris had the urge to make a special trip to Philadelphia, even if they couldn't enter Lincoln Financial Field, they had to cheer on off the court, and tell the team's young people with practical actions that they still have the solid backing of the fans; But he's just an ordinary office worker, after all, he's still shy in his pocket, and if he has a ticket, he will let it out, but it's a pity......
Thinking of this, Chris was frustrated again, "If our tickets are ......" Candlestick Stadium still had a good attendance in the first two games of the regular season, but it was still not full after all, and the fans were not at all strong. Halfway through the sentence, Chris snuffed off again, sullenly picked up his beer, and took a big sip.
Anthony looked at Jonathan who was standing in the clearing, paused for a moment, then turned around and walked back to his original seat, silent, Anthony retracted his gaze and said comfortingly, "Chris, we are used to failure, sudden success, and no one dares to believe that this is real. Perhaps, we need more time. ”
"But!" Chris said urgently.
Anthony shook his head steadfastly, "At least, everyone is here." You see, my bar is full today, and if you wait a little longer, I guess everyone else will be sitting on the pool table. Deep down, we all want to win, this is our team! Anthony pointed to the San Francisco 49ers flag on the wall behind him, and then didn't say anything more and went about his work.
Chris looked at the flag and couldn't help but be a little distracted for a moment.
"We're all 49 people! We are all 49 people! A burst of cheers, accompanied by the heavy sound of pushing open the door of the bar, sounded jubilantly, easily attracting the attention of everyone in the bar.
A group of young lads poured in like a tidal wave. One of them was carrying a flag and tried to swing it, but he had to be cautious for fear of breaking through the ceiling, which looked a little funny.
Jeff Locke, who was standing at the front, looked at the stunned bar and opened his hands, "What's the matter, isn't this the 49ers' fan base?" ”
"Hey, Jeff!" Chris immediately stood up, walked up quickly, and gave Jeff a big hug, "You've found this place!" Welcome, welcome! "Chris gave every lad a warm hug, Nate Chandler, Danny Reese, Noah Parker, and Cliff Hart who was fighting the cheering flag.
Since they were unable to buy away tickets this week, they came to "Joe's Bar" en masse to watch the game and cheer together.
"Brother!" Cliff laughed heartily, and after arranging the flag, he couldn't wait to start cheering and shouting, fanning the atmosphere of the scene, "How's that, who's ready?" All 49 people are united to cheer on Bambi and move towards a four-game winning streak! Who's joining me? ”
"Me! I! Jeff, Danny, and the others all raised their right hands, but the rest of the bar was silent, and Cliff was not discouraged, but spread his hands and said incredulously, "Please, we're all fans!" Rugby doesn't look like this, there's no energy at all, a little passion! We're gaining momentum right now, shouldn't we join forces and move on? ”
Looking at the bar that still didn't respond, Cliff made an exaggerated expression, "Oh roar, this is embarrassing, did we enter the Philadelphia Eagles' fan bar?" ”
"Boy, pay attention to your words, it's all 49 people here!"
"Don't be sensational! We've spent our lives supporting this team! It's not something a kid like you can understand. ”
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Cliff's words stirred up a thousand waves, and many people began to refute them, and then Cliff smiled and nodded contentedly, "Yes, that's like words, and now it finally looks like a 49-person fan bar!" Come on, let's get ready, the game is about to begin! ”
The bar finally began to bustle and regain its life, not so lively, but at least the silence was broken again. Cliff, Chris, and others also came to the bar, ordered beers, and prepared for the game.
On the other side of the continent, players from both teams are ready to take the stage!