My days of working at the NBA

Chapter 61 Brainless Rush

But Xu Chunjiao remained unfazed, calmly watching him.

This made Du Ze frown. For the first time, he saw a calm and composed look in someone's eyes, with only a hint of "Hmm, so that's how it is."

But he wasn't interested in that, and continued, "Go back now. If my old man asks, just say I have a bad temper..."

He took the initiative to take responsibility, which was a way of saving face for the Xu family and Xu Chunjiao.

But Xu Chunjiao remained unmoved, as if she were deaf and unable to understand human speech.

Du Ze was slightly annoyed and said in Chinese, "I told you to go back. Can't you understand human language? What are you standing there for?"

Xu Chunjiao then spoke calmly, "Are you finished?"

Upon hearing this, Du Ze felt as if he had thrown a powerful punch but hit a piece of cotton, a feeling of utter powerlessness.

He re-examined the woman before him, looking at her again and again, and after a long while, he shrugged and said, "You tell me."

Xu Chunjiao said calmly, "I came here today to explain this engagement to you. To be honest, we've only met a few times over the years. We're practically strangers. My family wants us to get married, which I find absurd and unacceptable."

"So, I flew to Philadelphia specifically to tell my uncle that I wanted to break off the engagement, but he asked me to come and tell you in person."

Xu Chunjiao paused at this point.

Du Ze was momentarily stunned.

Has the other party already proposed to break off the engagement?

What he just said does seem a bit excessive.

Xu Chunjiao's indifferent voice came again: "However, I have changed my mind now."

These words struck Du Ze like a thunderbolt.

He narrowed his eyes slightly: "I don't quite understand..."

Another surprise attack?

He was very suspicious. What exactly did Xu Chunjiao mean?

Xu Chunjiao's expression finally changed slightly: "You don't respect me."

Du Ze looked bitter: "Sorry, I didn't understand the situation just now."

After apologizing, he immediately pressed his advantage: "Since we share the same idea, our engagement is null and void, and we can still be good friends."

The old man and the Xu family patriarch had a very good relationship. They usually communicated by phone and would occasionally arrange to return to China together.

He really didn't want things to get too ugly and embarrass the old man.

Xu Chunjiao's face showed a hint of mockery: "I told you, I've changed my mind."

Du Ze raised an eyebrow, then glared angrily: "..."

But when he saw the mocking expression on the woman's face, he instantly realized that Xu Chunjiao was bluffing and just wanted to use this incident to control him.

But this actually put his mind at ease.

Since it involves manipulation, there must be demands, whether it's an apology or compensation, which can be discussed.

He examined the situation for a moment before calmly asking, "So what do you want me to do?"

Xu Chunjiao tilted her head, looking somewhat surprised: "You're an interesting person."

Du Ze didn't bother to argue: "I'm short on time right now, I need to continue practicing."

Finally, Xu Chunjiao confessed: "My NBPA agent certificate was just issued a little over a month ago, and I'm currently looking for my first player to sign as my agent. I wonder if I'll have that honor?"

Upon hearing this, Du Ze was speechless, and everything suddenly became clear.

It turns out that Xu Chunjiao rushed over here in such a hurry because she saw him as a potential customer.

That was terrifying...

But he is a very clear person; friendship is friendship, and work is work. He cannot let friendship interfere with his work.

So he refused without even thinking: "Sorry, I currently prefer a larger agency."

The job of a broker may seem simple, but it is actually quite challenging and requires a lot of professional knowledge.

For example, salary negotiations are a topic that can be quite overwhelming, but it relates to a player's lifetime income and cannot be taken lightly.

First and foremost, the most basic requirement for an agent is to thoroughly understand the collective bargaining agreement, including salary caps, bird rights, early bird rights, exceptions, luxury tax, contract renewal terms, bonus clauses, injury and disability benefits, and even contract details. All of these are related to whether you can get protection.

Generally speaking, players only know how to train and play, and they don't understand these things at all. If they miss even one clause, they could lose millions of dollars. So it still needs to be handled by professionals. How could he let a rookie take charge?

For example, agents can also help players avoid being exploited, skillfully handle league fines and suspensions, and handle transfer operations, commercial monetization, legal and financial risk control, crisis public relations, image packaging, and so on.

In addition, agents need to have good communication skills, be able to deal with team executives, contact media reporters, maintain close contact with other team general managers, and promote their players to GG merchants and owners.

Overall, it's a tedious job.

Xu Chunjiao just got her agent certificate and doesn't have a single player under her management. She's a complete rookie. How reliable can she be?

Xu Chunjiao nodded, seemingly understanding Du Ze's thoughts: "I understand your thinking. Do you think I'm unreliable?"

Du Ze spread his hands again, this time both hands at the same time.

Isn't it obvious?

Xu Chunjiao smiled confidently: "But I think I can do it."

Du Ze couldn't help but sneer: "On what grounds?"

What do you think?

What makes you think that?

I even think I could be president of Maryland.

You little brat, you're bragging to me now?

Xu Chunjiao's gaze was firm: "On two conditions."

"Ah, I'd like to hear the details." Du Ze stared at her intently.

He was curious to see what kind of nonsense she could spout.

Xu Chunjiao raised her first finger: "First, my salary commission is only 2%, and the commercial commission is only 5%. In addition, I will arrange a personal trainer, strength and conditioning coach, and venue free of charge. I will also connect you with trial teams, arrange airfare and accommodation free of charge, and provide legal and financial consultation free of charge."

Upon hearing this, Du Ze raised an eyebrow slightly, his heart skipped a beat, and the offer was very tempting.

He really doesn't have much money right now. He has nothing for the travel expenses, trainers, facilities, etc. that he needs for the trial training.

Most importantly, the 2% commission on salaries and the 5% commission on business transactions are truly low prices in the industry, which is very beneficial to his future plans.

But he hesitated for only a fraction of a second before shaking his head.

Professional matters should be left to professionals; he didn't believe that this young girl in front of him had the ability to handle all his affairs.

Xu Chunjiao seemed to have expected this and was not disappointed.

She slowly extended her middle finger, smiling brightly: "Secondly, I guarantee you'll be selected in the lottery."

Du Ze paused for another 0.01 seconds, looking completely bewildered: "Are you sure?"

Xu Chunjiao: "If I can't do it, the contract is void, and I won't ask you for a single penny of compensation."

Without hesitation, Du Ze took two steps forward and extended his hand: "It's a pleasure to cooperate with you."

What are you waiting for?

With a guaranteed lottery win, you should definitely go for it without hesitation.