At night, perhaps because his son was about to enter the national team, Old Du finally went to the celebration that Vanessa had mentioned a few days ago for Duke's performance in the summer league.
To him, these few days were double blessings, so it would be unreasonable not to celebrate.
In order to attend the celebration he had suggested, Vanessa had dressed up after logging off from her morning shift.
She was wearing a short burgundy cardigan paired with a slim-fit black dress. The design was quite charming. The short cardigan enhanced the waistline and accentuated the lines of the legs, making the whole body look concave.| The curves were perfect.
She had a well-maintained figure. She was 1.75 meters tall. When she wore black boots and her light blond hair fell over her shoulders, Old Du's eyes were fixed on her as she stood at the entrance of the shop.
The current Vanessa did not look like a mother who already had a 16-year-old daughter. She looked like a beauty who was only 27 or 28 years old and was entering the peak of her age.
Seeing him staring at her in a daze, no matter how proactive and generous Vanessa was, she could not help but feel a little shy.
Casually stroking her long hair, Vanessa plucked up her courage and walked away. Her eyes shone with tenderness as she asked with a smile,""Aren't you going to invite me in?"
"Uh uh…"
Old Du woke up and quickly invited Vanessa in.
Duke, who was already setting up the dishes for the celebration dinner, stood up happily and greeted Vanessa when he saw her walking over.
"Hi, Ke. Congratulations on joining the NBA and becoming a professional basketball player.”
She wanted to congratulate Duke for his outstanding performance in the Summer League, but she changed her mind when she remembered that it had been a week since the league.
"Thank you!"
Duke quickly made way for her and invited her to sit down. He then glared at his father, who was still staring at her foolishly." What are you looking at? Hurry up and do it."
"Uh, okay!"
Old Du sat next to Vanessa under Duke's arrangement.
As the owner of the restaurant, he was acting like a guest. Duke was speechless and had to remind him to pour her a glass of red wine and act like the owner.
Duke was really worried about his father's relationship.
Old Du took a deep breath and finally calmed down. He poured wine for Vanessa like a host.
Sensing that he had lost his composure, Vanessa was both shy and happy.
So I still have my charm.
“Cheers！”
After eating for about ten minutes and filling their stomachs, the three of them began to clink glasses.
As a father, Old Du didn't forget that it was his son's celebration party. He said a few words and congratulated the latter.
"Son, you're now a member of the NBA. You've fulfilled your childhood dream.”
"I don't have anything else to say. I just wish you a bright future in the league, a good price, and a superstar like Jordan.”
A superstar like Jordan?
You sure have a big tone. I didn't even dare to have such thoughts.
Duke laughed to himself.
Jordan was the first person in history to win six championships, five MVP, six FFVP, and ten scoring titles. If he wanted to be like his opponent, he would have to at least catch up to him in honor, right?
Duke couldn't imagine what it would be like when he achieved the same thing.
However, thinking about how he had the system…
He instantly felt that he could do it again. It was not an impossible mission.
"Thank you, Dad."
Duke chuckled and said," But I won't be home much in the future. You have to take care of yourself. Don't worry about me."”
"If it really doesn't work, you can always go to the stadium to watch the game.”
"Good!"
Old Du happily agreed. After hearing his son's words, he felt that his son had grown up and had his own career and life.
Just as he was feeling gratified, Duke suddenly changed the topic. He winked at him and whispered,"Without my burden, you should also consider your own big matters.”
"(⊙o⊙) Ah!"
Old Du instantly blushed and looked at Vanessa, who was beside him. When he saw that she was also looking at him with a smile, he felt awkward.
She could not help but glare at her son angrily." What nonsense are you talking about, you little rascal?"”
"What do you mean by dragging me down?"
"You're my son, and I'm your father. What's there to be dragged down?”
Seeing that he was a little angry, Duke shrugged and said to Vanessa,""Vanessa, I'll leave him to you in the future!”
Since Duke was so openly supporting her, Vanessa decided to go all out. She first smiled at Old Du and then nodded seriously.
Old Du was completely confused by Duke's bold actions. His mouth was wide open, and he couldn't think of a way to refute.
Duke didn't give him a chance. He stood up and left the dining table to go upstairs.
Old Du, I can only help you up to this point!
Only Old Du, who looked embarrassed and uneasy, and Vanessa, who was secretly happy, were left.
With Duke so supportive of her, Vanessa felt that all her previous efforts had paid off, and her heart was filled with sweetness.
Duke only stayed at home for a while before he had to leave for Washington.
He was just a newcomer to the team and a second-round rookie. He had to show the attitude of a junior and report in advance to give the management and Jordan a good impression.
Otherwise, it would be difficult for him to gain an advantage against the competitors of Kuo Mei Brown, Haywood, Jared Jeffries, Kristen Leitner, and even the veteran Charles Oakley in the new season.
However, he did not expect to meet Oakley, whom he had met once before, as soon as he returned to the apartment.
"Kid, I'm planning to go to the training center for recovery training. Come, let me see what you're capable of.”
Perhaps it was because he was angered by Duke last time, but seeing the latter again, Oakley immediately issued a challenge without hesitation.
"No problem!"
Duke glanced at Oakley, who was already neatly dressed in his training equipment, and agreed without hesitation.
I can use you as a sacrifice!
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