"Many universities now offer esports-related majors. If I can win a national championship or a world championship, the university would be very willing to admit me as a flagship student. I can still get my university degree."
“Brother, Uncle. I believe that if you are willing to spend the time to understand this industry, you will not have any prejudice against it. I genuinely like it, and the club I go to is very reputable.”
Lu Lin pulled out a contract from behind him and placed it on the coffee table: "This is my contract. I only signed it after Ji Yuzhi personally reviewed it. I really, really want to go. Can't you support me?"
The expectation in his eyes was obvious, and Zhen Tian felt a little reluctant. She quietly took Lu Lin's hand and smiled at him.
Lu Lin also gave her a smile.
These people had already relaxed slightly when Zhen Tian showed her liking for him, but after Lu Lin sincerely analyzed his thoughts, these adults wavered again.
After observing for a while, Ji Yuzhi finally spoke up: "The club owner's surname is Li. He not only runs this e-sports club, but also has many other businesses. He has enough funds to keep this club running. In the short term, five or ten years, or even until Lu Lin reaches the age where he can retire, this club will not go bankrupt due to lack of money."
"More importantly, Li Chengqian is a former e-sports player, and he knows everything that e-sports players need most. From this point of view, it can be seen that this club has a natural advantage over others, and this advantage is also the key to the team winning the championship."
"So far, the club has won four world championships. Although it has been in a slump in the last two years, it was because one of its players was injured. If Lu Lin is signed and receives systematic training, he is very likely to win the summer championship with the team, and even the national championship and the world championship later."
"These are photos of the base I took. I've checked out the environment, including the food, clothing, housing, and transportation. It's absolutely top-notch."
Ji Yuzhi turned on his phone and put it aside.
“If we give Lu Lin a chance now, it’s not too late.” Ji Yuzhi smiled faintly: “To put it bluntly, given Lu Lin’s current situation, if we force him to finish high school and then spend some money to go to university, he will have a hard time earning even 80,000 a year, let alone 800,000 a year.”
Lu Lin looked pale. Although he knew Ji Yuzhi was trying to help him, he still felt uncomfortable with the last sentence.
"And then what, after he can no longer play?"
Lu Lin's parents came out of the room at some point, but they probably overheard the gist of what Ji Yuzhi said.
Ji Yuzhi, unfazed by his elders, calmly stated, "After retiring, he can continue his studies at university and pursue a related career after graduation. Alternatively, he can work behind the scenes as a coach or data analyst while continuing his studies. He could even invest in and open his own club. Before that, if Lu Lin works hard enough to win the All-Star Game, he's likely to gain more attention and secure various endorsements. Based on my rough estimate over the years of competition, if he can save about 60% of his money, then by the time he retires at 27, including salary, bonuses, endorsements, and live streaming over ten years, he could accumulate assets exceeding 30 million."
"I think this is a worthwhile deal. What do you two think?"
Lu Lin's parents were probably shocked by the data and it took them a while to calm down.
Lu Lin himself was shocked by his own value.
The other row of men didn't speak, but instead opened the contract and browsed the photos on Ji Yuzhi's phone.
They looked at each other, and it was the most composed and reliable Lu Kai who spoke first.
“I’ve reviewed the contract. Ji Yuzhi signed Lu Lin to a three-year contract, and the salary and vacation benefits are quite good. We’ve also seen the base environment, which is top-notch. Just as Yuzhi said, if Lu Lin truly has the ability, his future is promising.”
"Mom and Dad, I will train hard and win the championship to live up to your and everyone's trust," Lu Lin immediately pledged his loyalty.
"There's no need to push yourself too hard..." Lu Lin's mother muttered.
The sound, neither too loud nor too soft, was heard by everyone.
"Mom, what did you say?" Lu Lin looked at his mother in disbelief. He had prepared himself for not being accepted, but he wasn't going to back down. However, receiving support and affirmation was the result he wanted most, and it was also the result that would motivate him to move forward.
“I told you you don’t need to push yourself so hard.” Lu Lin’s mother wiped her eyes. “Take care of your health. I heard you work day and night. Your health is more important than winning the championship. Come back and visit home often when you have time off.”
"I know, Mom!" Lu Lin clenched his fist, moved. "I will definitely achieve results. Within two years, I will definitely win the world championship to show you."
"come on."
Everyone in the room gave him affirmation and recognition, and Lu Lin felt his eyes well up with tears at that moment.
"Remember to buy me a cute dress when you get your salary!"
At this moment, Zhen Tian took his hand and looked at Lu Lin with a smile.
"Okay, I'll definitely buy you lots of dresses." Lu Lin hugged Zhen Tian: "Thank you, my sister."
Without Zhen Tian's support today, this matter will still be a long way off with her brother and uncle, and Lu Lin knows all about it.
"Keep it up, bro." Zhen Tian hugged him back and patted him gently on the back.
Releasing Zhen Tian, Lu Lin thanked Ji Yuzhi sincerely for the first time.
"Thanks."
Ji Yuzhi smiled faintly: "Keep it up."
Everyone was feeling a bit down, so Zhen Tian tried to start a lighter conversation to shift the focus.
She teased Ji Yuzhi with a grin, "Zhizhi, I just remembered that I can't go dancing now because I'm on crutches. Did you ask for leave for me? A class costs a lot of money."
Upon hearing this, the atmosphere in the room seemed to freeze.
Zhen Tian didn't know what she had said that made everyone's expressions so serious.
"You guys..." Zhen Tian tucked a stray hair behind her ear: "What's wrong?"
Zhen Tian noticed the distressed expressions on the faces of Ji Yuzhi and Lu Lin, who were closest to her.
Lu Ti turned her head away sadly, unable to look at her daughter.
"Sweetie." No one in the room dared to speak, and finally, Ji Yuzhi spoke.
"Um?"
"Sweetie, we didn't mean to hide it from you." For the first time, Ji Yuzhi felt that there were some things he couldn't even articulate well in terms of words and structure. All his years of debating experience vanished here: "When we found you, you were badly injured, and you might never be able to..."
"They danced."
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