Chapter Summaries

Plot Points and Events

• Huang Kaiwen, a writer in his previous life, is reborn into the body of a 17-year-old boy with terminal cancer.
• He receives a system called the [Football King Carlos System] that offers him a mission: join a G14 giant club during the summer transfer window to inherit the will of Carlos Kaiser and remove his illnesses.
• Huang Kaiwen decides to join AC Milan, an Italian football giant.

Character Developments

• Huang Kaiwen accepts his new reality and decides to use the system's mission to save his life.
• He discovers his new body's attractiveness and vitality, boosting his confidence.

Significant Themes

• The power of determination and adaptability in the face of adversity.
• The consequences of deception and manipulation, as seen through Carlos Kaiser's story.

Character Interactions

• Huang Kaiwen interacts with no other characters in this chapter, as it focuses on his internal thoughts and decisions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huang Kaiwen, a Chinese reporter, travels to Shanghai to infiltrate AC Milan's match against Shanghai Shenhua, aiming to secure a contract with the club.
• He rushes onto the pitch during the match, demonstrating exceptional football skills, and scores a goal against Shenhua.
• Huang Kaiwen is eventually tackled and removed from the pitch, but not before pleading with AC Milan's coach, Carlo Ancelotti, to sign him.

Character Developments

• Huang Kaiwen: Shows determination, skill, and desperation to secure a contract with AC Milan, revealing his passion for football and willingness to take risks.
• Carlo Ancelotti: Witnesses Huang Kaiwen's skills and is left wondering about the reporter's potential.

Significant Themes

• Perseverance: Huang Kaiwen's relentless pursuit of his dream, despite the odds against him.
• Opportunity: Huang Kaiwen seizes the opportunity to showcase his skills when he runs onto the pitch.
• Risk-taking: Huang Kaiwen takes a significant risk by rushing onto the pitch, potentially jeopardizing his chances of securing a contract.

Character Interactions

• Huang Kaiwen interacts with both AC Milan and Shanghai Shenhua players, demonstrating his football skills and pleading with Ancelotti to sign him.
• AC Milan and Shanghai Shenhua players are initially stunned by Huang Kaiwen's skills but eventually work together to remove him from the pitch.
• Carlo Ancelotti witnesses Huang Kaiwen's performance and is left wondering about the reporter's potential, setting up a potential contract offer.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huang Kaiwen, a passionate AC Milan fan, rushes onto the pitch during a match, impressing Coach Ancelotti with his skills.
• Ancelotti gives Huang Kaiwen a chance to play, substituting him into the match in the 76th minute.
• Huang Kaiwen scores two goals and assists on another, helping AC Milan complete a comeback victory against Shanghai Shenhua.
• Ancelotti decides to sign Huang Kaiwen after his impressive performance.

Character Developments

• Huang Kaiwen: Proves his skills and passion, earning a chance to play for AC Milan and eventually securing a contract.
• Ancelotti: Recognizes Huang Kaiwen's talent, gives him a chance to play, and decides to sign him after his impressive performance.

Significant Themes

• Opportunity and Perseverance: Huang Kaiwen's persistence in showcasing his skills leads to an opportunity to play for his favorite team.
• Talent Recognition: Ancelotti's ability to recognize and nurture talent is highlighted as he gives Huang Kaiwen a chance to prove himself.

Character Interactions

• Huang Kaiwen and Ancelotti: Their interaction is pivotal, with Ancelotti giving Huang Kaiwen a chance to play and eventually deciding to sign him.
• Huang Kaiwen and AC Milan Players: Initially met with contempt, Huang Kaiwen earns the respect of his future teammates after his impressive performance.
• Huang Kaiwen and Shanghai Shenhua Players: Huang Kaiwen's skills and goals antagonize the opposing team, turning him into a target.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huang Kaiwen impresses AC Milan's coach, Carlo Ancelotti, during a friendly match in China.
• Ancelotti quickly arranges a professional contract for Huang Kaiwen.
• Milan's players are excited about Huang Kaiwen's potential and his signing.
• Huang Kaiwen signs a contract with Milan, earning a high salary after tax.
• Milan's legends, such as Maldini and Rui Costa, accommodate Huang Kaiwen by changing their jersey numbers.

Character Developments

• Huang Kaiwen demonstrates his football skills and professionalism, securing a contract with Milan.
• Ancelotti shows his eagerness to sign Huang Kaiwen, indicating his belief in the young player's talent.
• Milan's players, despite their initial reluctance, warm up to Huang Kaiwen due to his humility and team spirit.

Significant Themes

• Potential and Talent: Huang Kaiwen's football skills and potential excite the Milan team and coaches.
• Adaptability and Humility: Huang Kaiwen's willingness to adapt to the team's culture and his humility in not demanding special treatment win him respect.
• Legacy and Tradition: The significance of jersey numbers and the respect for team legends like Maldini and Rui Costa are highlighted.

Character Interactions

• Ancelotti and Huang Kaiwen: Ancelotti shows his eagerness to sign Huang Kaiwen, while Huang Kaiwen demonstrates his professionalism and understanding of the game.
• Milan's players and Huang Kaiwen: The Milan players initially show reluctance but warm up to Huang Kaiwen due to his skills and humility.
• Maldini and Huang Kaiwen: Maldini shows his support for Huang Kaiwen by offering his jersey number and helping him secure the number 10 jersey.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huang Kaiwen's impressive performance in a friendly match against AC Milan catches global attention.
• He joins AC Milan, sparking excitement and hope in Chinese football fans, as he's seen as a potential savior for the struggling sport in China.
• Huang Kaiwen gives interviews, revealing his age (21), education background (Beijing Institute of Technology), and lack of professional football training.
• AC Milan charters a plane to take the team back to Italy, with Huang Kaiwen joining them.

Character Developments

• Huang Kaiwen demonstrates his humility and professionalism by answering reporters' questions patiently, despite their invasive personal queries.
• AC Milan's players show interest in learning about China and its culture from Huang Kaiwen.

Significant Themes

• Talent vs. Training: Huang Kaiwen's natural ability raises questions about the role of talent versus training in football.
• Expectations and Pressure: Huang Kaiwen's exceptional performance sets high expectations, which may lead to increased pressure and scrutiny.
• Cultural Exchange: The interaction between Huang Kaiwen and his new AC Milan teammates highlights the theme of cultural exchange and understanding.

Character Interactions

• Huang Kaiwen and Reporters: Huang Kaiwen maintains composure and professionalism during interviews, despite reporters' invasive questions.
• Huang Kaiwen and AC Milan Teammates: His teammates show curiosity and interest in learning about China and Huang Kaiwen's background.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huang Kaiwen receives a call from a club staff member, who turns out to be Barbara Berlusconi.
• Barbara takes Huang Kaiwen to look for a house and helps him rent a luxurious villa near Milanello.
• They have dinner at a romantic restaurant, and Barbara takes him to a hotel afterwards.

Character Developments

• Huang Kaiwen shows his ability to adapt and navigate complex social situations, using flattery and charm to win Barbara's favor.
• Barbara, initially curious and attracted to Huang Kaiwen's background, becomes smitten with him after their dinner date.

Significant Themes

• Social Status and Power Dynamics: Huang Kaiwen, despite being a new signing, uses his charm and wit to ingratiate himself with the boss's daughter, highlighting the power dynamics at play.
• Materialism and Wealth: The focus on luxurious houses and expensive dinners underscores the materialistic aspects of Barbara's life and the allure of wealth for both characters.

Character Interactions

• Huang Kaiwen and Barbara's interactions are marked by flirtation and mutual attraction. Huang Kaiwen's directness and charm appeal to Barbara, while she is drawn to his uniqueness among the Asians she has met.
• Huang Kaiwen's decision to let himself go and engage in a romantic pursuit with Barbara suggests a shift in his priorities, focusing more on his personal life and less on his football career.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huang Kaiwen activates the official version of the King of Football System.
• He learns about his Player Ability, Expectation Value, Fate Value, and skills, including the problematic 'Fragile' abnormal status that increases his injury risk while playing.
• He realizes that AC Milan has the potential to defend the Champions League title, which could help him clear his abnormal status.
• He decides to debut at the San Siro before the European Cup.

Character Developments

• Huang Kaiwen becomes more accepting of his situation and starts planning for his future at AC Milan.
• Barbara shows concern for Huang Kaiwen's well-being and preparation for his debut.

Significant Themes

• The struggle against Huang Kaiwen's 'Fragile' abnormal status and his desire to clear it.
• The importance of expectation and fate in the system's mechanics.

Character Interactions

• Huang Kaiwen and Barbara discuss his debut at AC Milan, showing a friendly and cooperative dynamic.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huang Kaiwen goes shopping with Barbara in Milan's luxury district, Via Montenapoleone.
• He spends over ten thousand euros on two outfits, with Barbara's encouragement.
• They attend a movie together, leading to intimate interactions.
• Huang Kaiwen returns to his rented mansion with Barbara, where they spend the night together.
• Milan announces a fan meet-and-greet for Huang Kaiwen, and local media speculates about his relationship with Barbara.

Character Developments

• Huang Kaiwen: Shows indifference to luxury shopping but enjoys the experience. He also demonstrates his prowess in other areas, impressing Barbara.
• Barbara: Displayed as confident, assertive, and used to a luxurious lifestyle. She shows interest in Huang Kaiwen and is open about her attraction to him.

Significant Themes

• Wealth and Luxury: Explored through Huang Kaiwen's shopping experience and Barbara's lifestyle.
• Attraction and Intimacy: The developing relationship between Huang Kaiwen and Barbara is a central theme.
• Media and Public Perception: Local media's reaction to Huang Kaiwen's signing and relationship with Barbara highlights the impact of public opinion.

Character Interactions

• Huang Kaiwen and Barbara: Their dynamic is playful and flirtatious, with Barbara taking the lead in their interactions.
• Huang Kaiwen and Local Fans: Though not physically present, the media's portrayal of Huang Kaiwen influences local fans' opinions and expectations of him.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huang Kaiwen receives fate points and views Barbara's drastically altered fate due to their meeting.
• Huang Kaiwen's unveiling ceremony at San Siro is a spectacle, with him juggling the ball while singing the Milan anthem and scoring a stunning volley.
• Barbara is smitten with Huang Kaiwen after watching his performance.

Character Developments

• Huang Kaiwen demonstrates exceptional ball control and showmanship during his unveiling ceremony, winning over the fans.
• Barbara becomes infatuated with Huang Kaiwen and is eager to support him.

Significant Themes

• The impact of fate and destiny on individuals' lives.
• The power of first impressions and initial meetings.
• The importance of fan support and connection in football.

Character Interactions

• Huang Kaiwen interacts with the fans at San Siro, winning them over with his skills and charisma.
• Barbara watches Huang Kaiwen's performance and becomes deeply infatuated with him.
• Huang Kaiwen's skills impress other Milan players, such as Shevchenko, and coach Ancelotti.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huang Kaiwen, a new signing for AC Milan, showcases his extraordinary football skills at his unveiling ceremony, impressing the fans and the football world.
• He demonstrates his ability to kick the ball into specific parts of the goalpost and crossbar, and even kicks a ball into the stands for a young fan.
• The ceremony lasts an hour, and Huang Kaiwen's performance is deemed the most spectacular in football history.

Character Developments

• Huang Kaiwen: Proves himself to be an exceptional football player, captivating the fans and earning respect from the club staff.
• Carlo Ancelotti: Realizes the potential of Huang Kaiwen and starts dreaming of winning multiple titles with him on the team.

Significant Themes

• Extraordinary talent and its impact on others.
• The power dynamics within a football club, with star players holding significant influence.

Character Interactions

• Huang Kaiwen and the fans: He captivates the Milan fans with his skills, and they chant his name in unison.
• Huang Kaiwen and the club staff: They treat him with respect and good attitude due to his visible superstar status.
• Huang Kaiwen and Barbara: She supports him and is excited about his performance, driving him around and accompanying him to open a bank account.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huang Kaiwen receives a call from Galliani, the vice chairman of AC Milan, who informs him about potential sponsors interested in his personal endorsements.
• Huang Kaiwen arrives at the club and meets with various brand representatives, signing multiple endorsement deals worth over 7 million euros immediately, with more payments to come.
• Huang Kaiwen plans to bet the entire amount on Greece winning the Euro 2004 championship but learns that players are not allowed to participate in such betting.

Character Developments

• Huang Kaiwen demonstrates his business acumen and willingness to take risks, both in negotiating endorsement deals and considering a massive bet on Greece.
• Barbara shows concern for Huang Kaiwen's well-being and expresses disbelief at his gambling plans.

Significant Themes

• The power of intuition and trusting one's instincts, as seen in Huang Kaiwen's confidence in Greece's chances of winning.
• The influence of nationality on commercial value, with Huang Kaiwen's Chinese background making him an attractive prospect for Asian markets.
• The consequences of impulsive decisions and the importance of considering all factors, as seen in Huang Kaiwen's realization that he can't bet on Greece due to gambling restrictions for players.

Character Interactions

• Huang Kaiwen and Galliani discuss endorsement deals and the potential for Huang Kaiwen to become a big star.
• Huang Kaiwen and Barbara discuss his plans to bet on Greece, with Barbara expressing skepticism and concern.
• Huang Kaiwen and Sampaoli, the lawyer hired to handle his contracts, work together to negotiate endorsement deals, with Sampaoli proving to be an effective and reliable professional.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huang Kaiwen consults with lawyer Sampaoli about his bet on Greece, learning potential risks.
• Barbara, moved by Huang Kaiwen's belief in Greece, places a 2.2 million euro bet on Greece to win the championship.
• Greece advances to the knockout stage as group runner-up, facing France in the quarterfinals.
• Greece pulls off a major upset, defeating France 1:0 and advancing to the semifinals.

Character Developments

• Huang Kaiwen shows his determination and belief in Greece, influencing Barbara's decision to bet on them.
• Barbara demonstrates her trust and support for Huang Kaiwen by placing a significant bet on Greece.
• Barbara's public bet on Greece garners media attention and affects her reputation.

Significant Themes

• Trust and Belief: Huang Kaiwen's trust in Greece's abilities and Barbara's trust in Huang Kaiwen's judgment lead to significant actions.
• Risk and Reward: Both characters weigh the risks and potential rewards of their actions, with Barbara ultimately deciding to take a considerable risk.

Character Interactions

• Huang Kaiwen and Barbara grow closer, with Barbara showing her support for Huang Kaiwen's beliefs and Huang Kaiwen rewarding her trust.
• Barbara's bet on Greece garners attention from the media and the Greek authorities, leading to interactions and reactions from various parties.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huang Kaiwen discovers the King of Football System has upgraded to a Deluxe Edition, granting him new abilities and challenges.
• He receives a starter pack with improved physical condition, a new skill ('Male Bestie'), and an enhanced status effect ('Fragile').
• Huang Kaiwen's Fate Value increases due to influencing Barbara's future, revealing a potential life path where he lives off her success.

Character Developments

• Huang Kaiwen: Becomes more confident in his physical abilities but remains cautious about his injury risk. He also expresses disdain for the 'Male Bestie' skill.
• Barbara: Not directly present, but her future actions are revealed through Huang Kaiwen's Fate Value increase. She becomes a billionaire, takes over Milan, and supports Huang Kaiwen's career.

Significant Themes

• Luck vs. Skill: Huang Kaiwen's system grants him advantages, but he must still navigate challenges and risks.
• Power Dynamics: Barbara's future actions highlight her ambition and determination to maintain power.
• Living off a Woman's Success: Huang Kaiwen's potential future with Barbara raises questions about dependency and mutual support.

Character Interactions

• Huang Kaiwen interacts with the system, learning about his new abilities and challenges.
• Though not present, Barbara's future actions are influenced by Huang Kaiwen, setting up a potential power dynamic between them.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Barbara wins a massive bet on Greece winning the Euro Championship, earning 178.2 million euros.
• Huang Kaiwen and Barbara collect the winnings together, with Barbara acknowledging their relationship to the press.
• Huang Kaiwen clarifies their relationship, stating they are just friends, to avoid misunderstandings.

Character Developments

• Barbara becomes more independent and assertive, making investments and taking control of her future.
• Huang Kaiwen maintains his stance on not committing to a serious relationship, prioritizing his freedom.

Significant Themes

• The pursuit of freedom and independence, particularly in relationships.
• The influence of wealth and power dynamics on relationships and career choices.
• The manipulation of media and public perception.

Character Interactions

• Huang Kaiwen and Barbara's relationship remains ambiguous, with Barbara seeking clarity and Huang Kaiwen maintaining his distance.
• Huang Kaiwen provides guidance to Barbara, influencing her decisions and actions.
• The media plays a significant role in shaping public perception of Huang Kaiwen and Barbara's relationship.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huang Kaiwen explores the system's [Tasks] and [Mall] sections.
• He accepts a long-term task to change Kaka's fate, gaining the 'Kaka's Good Brother' abnormal status.
• Huang Kaiwen returns to Milanello for his first training session, feeling nervous about exposing his lack of talent.

Character Developments

• Huang Kaiwen shows determination to improve and adapt to his new situation.
• Kaka is introduced as a target for Huang Kaiwen's task, with no hints provided about his decline.
• Stam, Paolo Maldini, Andrea Pirlo, Filippo Inzaghi, and Andriy Shevchenko are introduced as teammates.

Significant Themes

• Huang Kaiwen's struggle to adapt to his new reality and maintain his status as a footballer.
• The importance of relationships and team harmony in Huang Kaiwen's plan to be a successful "salary thief."

Character Interactions

• Huang Kaiwen interacts positively with his teammates, aiming to build good relationships.
• Stam feels understood by Huang Kaiwen and treats him as a confidant.
• Inzaghi expresses his eagerness to receive assists from Huang Kaiwen.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huang Kaiwen meets the Milan team, including legends like Nesta, Dida, Gattuso, Seedorf, and Kaka's brother Digao.
• Ancelotti conducts physical tests, and Huang Kaiwen runs 11.6 seconds, surprising the team as he's slower than expected.
• Huang Kaiwen offers to treat the team and coaching staff to dinner to foster camaraderie.

Character Developments

• Huang Kaiwen shows his ability to integrate with the team and win them over with his friendly and generous nature.
• Stam is revealed to be arrogant and critical of others, including his former manager Ferguson.
• Ancelotti shows concern for Huang Kaiwen's well-being and offers him advice.

Significant Themes

• Team Dynamics: Huang Kaiwen's efforts to build rapport with his teammates and coaching staff.
• Perception vs Reality: Nesta's refined looks contrasting with his beastly play, and Stam's self-proclaimed superiority.
• Work-Life Balance: Ancelotti's advice to Huang Kaiwen about restraining himself off the pitch to maintain performance.

Character Interactions

• Huang Kaiwen greets and befriends his new teammates, showing no favoritism despite Digao's nepotism status.
• Stam and Seedorf's differing attitudes towards introductions and their past as teammates.
• Ancelotti's concern for Huang Kaiwen's well-being and his willingness to offer advice.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huang Kaiwen impresses his teammates with his endurance, running 8,000 meters in 30 minutes.
• A bet is placed among the Milan players and coaching staff on whether Huang Kaiwen or Gattuso will win a running contest.
• Huang Kaiwen wins the bet, further solidifying his place among the team.

Character Developments

• Huang Kaiwen demonstrates exceptional endurance and determination, proving himself to be a strong addition to the team.
• Filippo Inzaghi shows his playful and supportive nature, betting on Huang Kaiwen and encouraging him throughout the run.
• Gattuso reveals his competitive spirit and sportsmanship, acknowledging defeat when he sees no hope of winning.

Significant Themes

• Team Dynamics: The chapter highlights the camaraderie and friendly competition among the Milan players.
• Physical Fitness: The importance of physical condition and endurance in football is emphasized.
• Determination: Huang Kaiwen's determination to win, despite the odds, is a central theme.

Character Interactions

• Huang Kaiwen and Gattuso bond over their shared love for running and competition.
• Inzaghi and Pirlo's playful rivalry continues, with Inzaghi acting as the bookie for the bet.
• The Milan coaching staff and players interact, with Ancelotti showing interest in Huang Kaiwen's potential.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huang Kaiwen earns respect from teammates after winning a race against Gattuso.
• Inzaghi invites him out, but Huang Kaiwen declines due to plans with Barbara.
• Barbara struggles to make dinner reservations at high-end restaurants.
• Huang Kaiwen undergoes a medical check-up, which he finds unnecessary.
• Milan plays a friendly match against Grosseto FC.

Character Developments

• Huang Kaiwen: Shows discipline and dedication by waking up early to train and inviting teammates to dinner to foster a good relationship.
• Barbara: Realizes Huang Kaiwen's exceptional qualities and decides to open a restaurant as an investment project.
• Ancelotti: Concerned about Huang Kaiwen's physical condition and plans to give him a chance to play in the friendly match.

Significant Themes

• Integration: Huang Kaiwen's efforts to integrate into the Milan team and Barbara's attempts to fit into high society.
• Ambition: Both Huang Kaiwen and Barbara display ambition in their respective fields.
• Status and Power: Barbara's struggle to make reservations highlights her desire for recognition and power in Milan's social scene.

Character Interactions

• Huang Kaiwen and Inzaghi: They bond over Inzaghi's invitation, showing a growing friendship.
• Huang Kaiwen and Barbara: Their relationship deepens as they support each other's endeavors.
• Huang Kaiwen and Maldini's family: They get along well at dinner, with Adriana sharing stories about Paolo Maldini.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Kevin Huang's girlfriend, Barbara, brings her wealthy and influential friends to watch Kevin's debut match.
• Kevin is substituted on in the second half and excels, scoring a goal and assisting another with precise long passes and a Beckham-like free kick.
• Kevin suffers a severe thigh injury during a collision, causing concern and panic among the Milan coaching staff and fans.

Character Developments

• Kevin Huang: Proves his worth on the pitch, impressing teammates and fans, but suffers a serious injury.
• Barbara: Shows support for Kevin, bringing her influential friends to the match.
• Ancelotti: Expresses high expectations for Kevin, treats him like a friend, and shows concern for his well-being after the injury.

Significant Themes

• Wealth and Influence: Barbara's friends represent prominent Italian families, highlighting the power and influence of money in Italian society.
• Expectations and Pressure: Ancelotti's high expectations for Kevin put pressure on him, while Kevin feels out of place in the limelight.
• Injury and Uncertainty: Kevin's injury brings uncertainty about his future with Milan and his career as a whole.

Character Interactions

• Kevin and Barbara: Their relationship is strained, with Barbara not understanding why Kevin isn't happier about being her boyfriend.
• Kevin and Ancelotti: Ancelotti treats Kevin like a friend and expresses high expectations for him, while Kevin feels awkward and overwhelmed.
• Kevin and Teammates: Teammates embrace Kevin after his goal, showing acceptance and support for the newcomer.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Huang Kaiwen (Kevin) injures his thigh muscle during a friendly match.
• Dr. Meersseman, head of Milan Lab, predicts a 2-4 week recovery time, but Huang is skeptical.
• Huang Kaiwen is reassured by Ancelotti about Milan Lab's capabilities and his starting position.
• Huang Kaiwen returns home with Barbara, his physiotherapist, and struggles with his injury and celibacy.
• He reads a newspaper article predicting a potential decline in his performance due to the injury.

Character Developments

• Huang Kaiwen (Kevin): Initially skeptical about Milan Lab's capabilities, he becomes resigned to his injury and decides to use it as an excuse for any poor performance. He also plans to host a team dinner to boost morale.
• Dr. Meersseman: Confident in his ability to treat muscle injuries, he remains calm under Huang Kaiwen's questioning.
• Ancelotti: Supports Huang Kaiwen and praises his performance, reassuring him about his position in the team.
• Barbara: Concerned about Huang Kaiwen's well-being, she decides to find top sports injury experts to help him.

Significant Themes

• Injury and Recovery: The chapter explores Huang Kaiwen's injury, his skepticism about the recovery time, and the potential impact of the injury on his career.
• Trust and Belief: Ancelotti's trust in Milan Lab and Huang Kaiwen's teammates, as well as Barbara's belief in Huang Kaiwen's recovery, are central to the story.
• Media Influence: The newspaper article predicting Huang Kaiwen's decline due to injury highlights the power of media perception.

Character Interactions

• Huang Kaiwen and Ancelotti: Ancelotti reassures Huang Kaiwen about his injury and starting position, while Huang Kaiwen silently expresses his disbelief.
• Huang Kaiwen and Barbara: They interact as friends and confidants, with Barbara showing concern for Huang Kaiwen's well-being and Huang Kaiwen teasing Barbara about her driving habits.
• Huang Kaiwen and the Media: Huang Kaiwen reads a newspaper article that predicts a decline in his performance due to injury, which he decides to use as an excuse if his performance suffers.