Chapter 683 Advertising Effect
"Gawain, Gawain!"
After taking photos with the fans, Dimitrov finally noticed Gawain's predicament. Looking at the fan who insisted on communicating in French, a smile appeared in his eyes, and then he called out to help Gawain out.
"She said, 'I didn't expect to meet you here. You have good taste. You came to a tavern like this. It seems that you are already half Parisian.'"
Even though Dimitrov did simultaneous interpretation, Gao Wen didn't know how to respond when he saw the fans in front of him insisting on speaking French.
He thought about it, and then uttered, "Thank you." French. There was no other way. Gawain could only speak two sentences in French.
Looking at Gao Wen, who usually talks eloquently and makes witty remarks, and who remained calm even when surrounded by 300 reporters, and who only said this one sentence after struggling for a long time, Dimitrov could no longer hold back and laughed happily.
But the next second——
"I didn't expect you to recognize me. This is really rare. This should be the first time I was recognized on the street. It's an honor. From today on, I decided to start liking the city of Paris. Obviously, I have good memories here."
Chinese.
Gawain spoke again, but this time in fluent Mandarin. He was calm and cheerful, and his enthusiastic expression fully conveyed his joy and happiness. His happiness could be felt from his bright eyes. It was indeed a special thing to be able to meet fans outside the stadium.
"French VS Chinese".
Is this… is this fighting fire with fire? Everyone looked at each other in bewilderment. Even the voices of other people chatting around them became slightly quieter. Hesitant and confused glances were floating in the air.
Wow.
The sound of a gust of wind caused by the rapid passage of vehicles broke the silence, but it also highlighted the brief moment of confusion at the door of the tavern.
But Gawain seemed not to notice anything unusual. He raised his head and looked at Dimitrov with a calm look, so much so that Dimitrov was stunned: How should he translate it?
Gawain looked around and seemed to react a little too late. He smiled and spoke loudly, this time in English.
"Sorry, the habit strikes again."
"When I'm in a hurry, my first instinct is to speak my native language. I thought it was a personal habit, but now it seems that it's the same all over the world."
Then, Gao Wen looked at the fan in front of him with a smile on his face.
"I'm surprised you could say my name. I'm ready to hand over the stage to Gregor and play the role of agent. It's definitely my honor."
Warm and friendly, like a spring breeze, just a few words can deeply feel the friendliness shown by Gao Wen.
The fan was stunned for a moment, and then a big smile bloomed on the corner of his mouth.
"Sorry, please forgive the French arrogance. We always assume that everyone in the world can speak French, but we all know the reality."
English. The method of communication this time was English. Although not so fluent, there was no problem in expressing the meaning.
Obviously, the fan also heard the sarcasm and mockery behind Gawain's words, and bluntly complained about the arrogance of the French.
A smile appeared in Gao Wen's eyes, "I'm ready to be thrown eggs and tomatoes."
Phew.
There were rustling sounds all around, and someone even shouted "Cheers" for no apparent reason, as if wanting to celebrate with Gawain.
The fans in front of him also laughed happily. "Don't worry, you need to know one thing, Parisians are the typical representatives of those who love to complain but never take action."
"Moreover, we welcome anyone to come and complain with us anytime, anywhere. Believe me, if you go to the park and sit on a bench, within five minutes, someone will come and complain to you, and it will definitely be in French, whether you understand it or not, the complaints will not stop."
Hahaha.
There was laughter all around. No words were needed to deeply feel the cheerful atmosphere around.
Dimitrov couldn't believe his eyes.
Professional tennis players all know that French fans are the most difficult group of people to please in the world. Perhaps among all the ATP and WTA players, only Federer has a slightly special position. But even for Federer, fans will not hesitate to complain or boo him if they want to.
It is also because of this that there is always a lot of dramatic scenes in the stands at the French Open and Paris Masters every year.
And yet! What had Gawain just done? And what had the crowd around him done? Dimitrov thought his jaw might need a little help.
Gao Wen didn't have time to care about Dimitrov's astonishment for the time being, his attention was still on the fans.
"I have heard some rumors."
These hesitant words immediately caused everyone around to join in the fun. Some complained, some laughed, and some started to complain.
Gao Wen spread his hands. "But I'm more curious, are you an avid tennis fan? How could you recognize me?"
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"No, I like football, but if I change the channel occasionally and see Roger Federer's game, I am willing to stop and watch." The fan was also very honest.
Gawain's eyes drifted towards Dimitrov: This handsome guy's nickname is "Little Federer" because his technical characteristics are so similar to Federer.
The fan noticed the deep meaning in Gawain's eyes and immediately admitted generously, "Yes, it was because of Roger that I met Gregor."
Dimitrov said he was shot in the heart.
The fan then continued, "I was able to recognize you because there is a huge poster of you outside Nike's Paris flagship store. I see it twice every day when I pass by on my way to and from get off work. No, if you include my lunch break, that's four times, and there's afternoon tea... It's hard not to recognize you."
Gawain said, his knees full of arrows.
Very good, the two professional tennis players were recognized, not because of tennis, at least not because of their outstanding performance on the court.
Advertisements, everything is an advertising effect. Whether you admit it or not, Nike's ads do have a strong promotional effect. But it is a little surprising that the posters hanging in the Paris flagship store are actually Gawain's. Gawain turned to look at Dimitrov and said pitifully, "Grigor, I think we should work hard in this offseason."
Hahaha.
Everyone around burst into laughter again, and the atmosphere was very relaxed and cheerful.
Then, another fan standing in front of Dimitrov said loudly, "Gao Wen, don't worry, you performed well in Paris this time. I watched the game today and won beautifully."
A little shy, but still gave Gawain a thumbs up -
It seems that their performance on the field has been noticed.
Gawain and Dimitrov celebrated with a high-five in perfect harmony, and then the fans in front of them could be seen raising their right hands high to high-five together.
Gawain showed a look of disgust and paused for a moment. Then, amidst the laughter, he high-fived the fans in front of him.
Bang! (End of this chapter)