NRG Stadium erupted with an incredible wave of support from the Houston Texans' ho crowds, welcoming Watson's appearance and eagerly anticipating the team to carry the montum of the Defensive group's strong block against the Kansas City Chiefs' two-point conversion, hoping the Offensive group would seize the opportunity to score a touchdown and tie the ga once again.
In the midst of the overwhelming cheers, the vibration of a text notification on a phone seed trivial.
But Donald Yee noticed it.
Today, Donald had personally co to NRG Stadium because he knew that negotiations were entering their final phase. It wasn't just Nike; Adidas and Under Armour were likely closely monitoring the ga and every move of Li Wei. The situation was truly changing by the second, and he needed to stay focused on the frontlines to ensure he could contact Li Wei at a mont's notice.
His phone was always in hand, even during the tensest monts, never loosened.
His eyes, glued to the movents on the field, he swiftly glanced down at his phone screen, his thumb rapidly finishing the reply, yet his expression remained unchanged. Then he looked back up at the field, watching the ga with undivided attention as if the text was just another ordinary ssage.
In the VIP box, no one noticed Donald's subtle action.
However, a storm was quietly brewing.
"Final conditions:
First, three million five hundred thousand US dollars per year, for a five-year contract.
Second, product line royalties, 0.5% in North Arica and 1.5% in regions outside of North Arica, but, royalties will only be triggered if the annual sales in Asia exceed ten million US dollars.
Third, in the fifth year, Nike has the right to match any competitor's offer to renew the contract first."
The text ssage was from Edwards.
Of course, these were just the basic terms of the agreent. The specific contract details would still need to be negotiated in-depth by lawyers, but the general direction was thus set.
And Donald replied with just one word.
"Deal."
Because Donald knew that neither Adidas nor Under Armour could match such terms.
In fact, in Donald's view, Under Armour was very competitive. Although their global promotional channels were not as extensive as Nike's, their advantage was that they had fewer players and thus more concentrated resources, which would allow Li Wei to enjoy superstar treatnt right away.
For Under Armour, Donald's demand was simple: to benchmark against Curry. Curry was Under Armour's absolute core in opening up the basketball market, and now Li Wei would beco the absolute core of Under Armour in opening up the Football market—
Donald certainly didn't forget about Brady.
But in business terms, Donald was both objective and professional, not letting Brady's presence weaken Li Wei's endorsent deal.
On the contrary, if Li Wei hamred out a major contract with Under Armour, Donald could also use this as leverage to negotiate a major contract for Brady later on.
Two players, two strategies, these were two separate tasks.
Regrettably, Under Armour hesitated.
The fundantal reason was that Curry was about to renew his contract.
Under Armour was preparing a lifeti contract for Curry, one that would match LeBron's deal with Nike.
If they began allocating resources now for Li Wei's contract, it might affect the negotiations with Curry, especially since Under Armour didn't have as deep pockets as Nike, and every decision could impact their next strategic move.
Amidst the hesitation and uncertainty, it was Nike that demonstrated decisiveness and courage in the end.
Following in Jordan's footsteps, Nike once again made an important decision at a historic crossroads.
One mont, they signed Li Wei to a contract that shook the entire Football world; the next, Donald continued to watch the ga unflappably, with no ripples or disturbances, as if nothing had happened.
In fact, Li Wei did not disappoint Nike—
In the final monts, the Houston Texans tried to rally, but to no avail.
Watson's naivety and greenness were completely exposed; his performance in critical monts still lacked stability.
Firstly, his field of vision for reading the ga narrowed, failing to see the passing lanes.
Secondly, execution of tactics was chaotic.
Thirdly, the accuracy of his passes declined.
The rookie quarterback made every mistake he shouldn't have, all in one go—the more he tried to prove himself, the more prone to error he beca, a classic case of haste makes waste.
But comparisons only bring pain. Li Wei, also a rookie, was a stark contrast—remaining stable and composed, dealing a fatal blow to the opposition.
With a seventeen-yard rushing touchdown, Li Wei personally snuffed out the suspense of the match with a consistent performance, extending the Kansas City Chiefs' undefeated streak.
"43:29".
Five consecutive wins, secured.
Watson: Regretful, the revenge failed.
After the ga ended, Watson, helt in hand and fuming with anger, made a beeline for Li Wei. Players from both teams sensed trouble upon seeing this, and imdiately held back Watson—
Stay calm, DeShaun, stay calm! Did you forget that the rookie cos from a mixed martial arts background? What if he accidentally beats you into a pig's head?
Watson glared at Li Wei fiercely, "Next ti you won't be so lucky."
Li Wei, however, appeared collected and calm, giving Watson a glance with a smile on his face, "Until next ti."
With just a light touch, he pushed back all of Watson's aggression—
A loser is a loser; until we et again, keep your mouth shut.
Watson swelled up like a pufferfish, almost on the verge of exploding on the spot, but the Texans players, after a glance at Li Wei's bulging, vein-covered fist, quickly pulled Watson back.
Clearly, Watson's view wasn't a minority opinion.
The doubts about the legitimacy of the Kansas City Chiefs' undefeated record, attributed largely to luck, were not going to subside any ti soon, especially since the Texans' leading figure Watt had to leave the field due to an injury, making the victory as unconvincing as ever.
In fact, Li Wei beca a target of attack on social dia after the ga.
After hospital X-rays, Watt's leg fracture was confird, ending his season, which also ant that the league's most dominant and influential defensive star for the past five years would miss another season due to injury.
Without a doubt, Watt is currently one of the NFL's most popular players, and countless fans vented their anger on Li Wei, believing he was responsible for Watt's season-ending injury. Conspiracy theories were rife, and Li Wei, the target, withstood fierce fire.
Surprisingly, Watt stepped forward, posting a lengthy statent on social dia to clear up the situation for Li Wei.
He insisted that his injury was in no way related to Li Wei, purely a case of "bad luck"; he also ntioned that the confrontation with Li Wei was enjoyable, albeit cut short this ti, and he looked forward to their next battle.
The controversy did not completely subside, but it cooled down slightly.
Regardless, a win is a win, and the Kansas City Chiefs' dreamlike start to the season continued, as did Li Wei's undefeated record in his football career. Discover hidden stories at My Virtual Library Empire
But the real surprise was that none of Kansas City Chiefs' five straight wins, Watt's season-ending injury, or the grudge between Li Wei and Watson took center stage after the ga ended.
Because just after the ga, before the postga press conference could begin, a piece of news spread like wildfire, shaking the entire league like a bomb:
Li Wei and Nike had reached an agreent, and Nike was about to drop a major bombshell.
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