Dominate the Super Bowl

Chapter 437: 436 Parental Heart Chapter 437: 436 Parental Heart Undoubtedly, Li Wei’s starting point was positive, and he was gradually blending into this parallel universe, no longer a lonely wandering spirit, slowly taking root in this world, growing bit by bit, sincerely hoping that Li Yi and Jiang Yin could also find happiness.

But Li Wei overlooked one thing:

The generational gap.

People of different eras and ages think differently, and naturally, their values and lifestyles also differ.

What he considered positive and correct might not necessarily be perceived the same way by Li Yi and Jiang Yin.

Or, to put it another way, while he considered things for Li Yi and Jiang Yin, they might also be considering his perspective.

This was the case right now.

Li Wei’s words somewhat moved Jiang Yin, yet Li Yi remained unconvinced, gently shaking his head in disapproval.

“Xiao Wei, you’re stepping too far ahead,” he said.

“You’ve only been in the League for a year, and it’s still uncertain.

The athletic life of a professional player is unpredictable.

What if you suffer an injury?

What if your performance declines?”

“Your mom and I are still young, we can work for a couple more years.

We are your backup, this way, no matter what happens, you have a fallback plan.”

“Don’t worry about us.

Just focus on yourself,” he continued.

Li Wei sighed softly.

How should he convince the older generation not to worry?

And how should he convince them that they should be considering climbing peaks and challenging themselves, not retirement?

Jiang Yin watched the conflicting father and son, the mix of Chinese and English creating a bewildering clash for Perry sitting beside them, his forehead almost overflowing with question marks.

She quickly spoke up to ease the atmosphere.

“Okay, both of you, just say less,” she said.

“Old Li, your son’s worries are about me.

Stop being overly sentimental and worrying unnecessarily,” she added.

Her words made Li Yi’s eyes widen in astonishment as he looked at Jiang Yin, who stared back unabashedly.

Li Yi’s words stuck in his throat, then he turned his head away, breathing heavily in frustration.

Jiang Yin didn’t pay any attention to Li Yi.

“Xiao Wei, we understand your feelings.

I’m really happy right now, and so is your dad, even though he’s stubborn and turns good things bad,” she said.

Li Wei had more to say, but looking at his mother, he knew that changing their lifestyle wasn’t an easy task.

Everything needed a process, so he swallowed the words he had wanted to say.

After a moment, he said, “Dad, I didn’t plan to argue, I just hoped you could come to the Super Bowl to watch me play.

I’ve been in the League for a whole year, and you haven’t come to see me play a single time.

The season’s last game is coming up, are you sure you won’t come?”

Li Yi always harbored a sense of uncertainty about Li Wei’s career, fearing it could end at any moment.

During the regular season, Li Wei invited them several times to come to the games, but Li Yi had always declined, claiming “the store can’t close,” and it had never come to pass.

Now, with the 2017 season down to the last ultimate game, Li Wei truly hoped Li Yi and Jiang Yin would attend.

Instinctively, Li Yi countered, “And the store?

Leave it to Jack alone?”

Perry: ???

Sitting beside them, Perry, who just a second ago was filled with hope of being invited to watch the Super Bowl, suddenly sat still, his face a mask of confusion.

Li Wei felt a blockage in his chest as he struggled again and again to remain calm, yet couldn’t contain his temper this time.

“New York is so big, our restaurant won’t be missed for a few days, the people of Manhattan won’t starve.”

As soon as these words were out, Li Yi was ready to retort when Jiang Yin couldn’t help but burst out laughing, immediately relaxing the tense atmosphere.

Li Yi looked incredulously at his wife.

But Jiang Yin wasn’t prepared to engage this time, her face all smiles as she looked toward her son, then she said outright, “Let’s go, why not.”

The astonishment on Li Yi’s face and cheeks was nearly impossible to hide.

Jiang Yin finally acknowledged Li Yi, turning back to look at him.

“I’ve always wanted to see our son’s games in person, but various situations have kept us away all season.

It would have been different if his team had been knocked out early, but now that they’ve made it to the finals, are we going to miss this last game as well?”

“Old Li, think about it,” she said.

“The parents of the other players will definitely go to the venue to watch their children’s game, it’s the grandest event of the year, so many parents long to go but don’t get the chance, yet when their son passionately invites them, we are absent.”

“Do you think that’s okay?”

A question, ruthlessly tossed back—

The air, suddenly quiet.

To be precise, not just quiet; beneath the surface of the dinner table, the air was nearly burning as Li Yi and Jiang Yin stood their ground without giving an inch, sword drawn and bow bent.

Even without a sound, one could feel the burning of the blood and the beating of the hearts.

Suffocating.

Perry looked at Li Yi and then Jiang Yin, feeling like he should be under a car.

Perry couldn’t help but feel annoyed; this was a family meeting, what was a worker like him doing here?

He shouldn’t have lingered in the kitchen lured by a dinner, only to find himself caught in a storm.

Now what?

Perry wanted to say something but wasn’t sure if speaking up would only add fuel to the fire; moreover, in what position and stance should he speak?

Then, a voice came through.

“I hope you can come to watch the game.”

Perry abruptly turned towards the sound:

Li Wei?

Unexpectedly, it was Li Wei, who just moments before had been fraught with tension.

Before he could even blink, it was now Li Wei’s turn to defuse the situation.

“I mean it.”

Li Wei looked at Li Yi, offering no further explanation, but his eyes were clear, resolute, steadfast in expressing his thoughts, making Li Yi somewhat embarrassed.

Li Yi knew this was an outstretched hand, even though his concerns were still unalleviated, yet he had to admit, seeing Li Wei’s achievements made him happy and proud.

He also hoped to witness Li Wei’s fighting spirit on the field.

Yet, he couldn’t understand why his words came out so differently, triggering a dispute even though he meant no harm.

Li Yi also felt helpless.

He wanted to explain that he had no ill intentions, and he wasn’t trying to undermine Li Wei, only being overly cautious.

Yet, he worried his explanations might again stray from their intention.

The tightly wound atmosphere was yet to stabilize, and after a brief hesitation, he decided not to continue being stubborn.

“I didn’t say I wouldn’t go.”

Perry: Phew.

Jiang Yin glanced at Li Yi, holding back words.

Seeing Li Yi’s reluctant and stubborn demeanor made Jiang Yin feel like complaining; what was meant to be a joyful occasion had turned into such a mess.

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Perry tried to crack a joke to lighten the mood but couldn’t find the right moment.

Just as Perry questioned for the thousand-and-first time why he was still here, Li Wei’s voice continued, sounding almost heavenly.

“Jack, come along too.”

Perry: Gasp!

After taking a sharp breath, he nodded vigorously.