Chapter 197: A Small Temple Cannot Hold a Big Buddha
“Cuo Le!”

“Zhu–“

Zhang Jiahao’s roar echoed throughout the training hall from time to time.

The momentum is like a rainbow and the murderous intent is overwhelming.

But when I looked at the score, I was behind 6:9.

Even so, Zhang Jiahao was full of energy and became more courageous as he faced more setbacks.

As the referee of the match between the two, Chen Jin sat nearby, keeping score and watching carefully.

“what?”

After the first game, Chen Jin was a little surprised, “Jiahao has improved a lot in this period of time.”

Before this, Zhang Jiahao had enough rotation but lacked power when playing.

Unless he is in hot form, he will inevitably be at a disadvantage if he meets a power-type player.

Zhang Jiahao had played against Xie Mingyang several times, and was always suppressed by Xie Mingyang.

But this time, Zhang Jiahao’s spinning arc did not weaken at all.

The strength and speed are obviously much stronger than before.

Especially the forehand.

The ability to engage in mid- to long-range fighting has been greatly improved.

His running steps are even more graceful.

“It seems that Jiahao has received guidance from a master.”

Chen Jin’s mind brightened and he smiled slightly.

Guidance from experts is certainly important.

However, being able to make such progress in such a short period of time is also closely related to Zhang Jiahao’s own talent and hard training.

After being expelled from the provincial team, Zhang Jiahao originally thought that his professional career would be over.

Unexpectedly, a phone call from Chen Jin not only pulled him out of the abyss.

It even helped him reach a higher level.

Zhang Jiahao knew clearly that the reason he could continue playing basketball was because Chen Jin owed him a huge favor.

If you can’t learn from your shame and then be brave, how can you be worthy of this heavy brotherhood?

Therefore, after coming to the Shanghai team, Zhang Jiahao changed his previous lax attitude and trained harder.

God rewards hard work.

What’s more, Zhang Jiahao is a talented monster who is chased and fed by God.

“Zhang Jiahao has improved a lot.”

Xie Mingyang also clearly felt that Zhang Jiahao’s forehand speed and power were much stronger.

Running all over the table and firing forehand shots became more relaxed than in the Youth Championships and the trials.

Immediately put away your underestimation, concentrate your attention, and respond nervously to avoid a disaster.

Although Zhang Jiahao’s skills have improved a lot, Xie Mingyang practices with Chen Jin every day, and after the tempering of the Grand Slam, how could he stand still?

11: 7.

After a narrow escape, we won the first game.

“how?”

Xie Mingyang said coldly, “Do you want to admit defeat?”

“Pooh!”

Zhang Jiahao spat on the ground, “Best of Five, and it’s only the first round, it’s still unclear who will win.”

“Besides, my trump card has not been used yet.”

Glancing at Zhang Jiahao.

Xie Mingyang sneered: “A trump card? Are you asking for the blessing of your Zhang family’s ancestors again?”

“Does it take my Zhang family’s ancestors to help you?”

Zhang Jiahao snorted coldly when his thoughts were revealed by the other party.

The match between the two attracted a lot of onlookers.

At the scene, someone was sharp-eyed: “Fuck, isn’t this Chen Jin?”

“He’s coming to participate in the national championships too?”

In the Macau Championship, Chen Jinling defeated Wang Chuqin and became famous in one battle.

Moreover, Chen Jin defeated the world’s number one and the strongest new generation of national table tennis players along the way and won the championship.

In the Grand Slam that just ended, Chen Jin defeated the “current world No. 1 straight board player” Felix and the “Paris Olympic men’s singles vice-champion” Moregaard consecutively.

In the final, he even won the championship from double lap grand slam winner Ma Taki.

After this battle, Chen Jin’s name became famous throughout the world of table tennis.

Now, who doesn’t know that the Chinese team has a new straight-blade genius?
However, what is surprising is that Chen Jin did not participate in the Asian Championships.

But it appeared in the National Championships which was not very prestigious.

“Team Long withdrew from the competition, Xiaopang only played in the team competition, and the main players of the national table tennis team were not there. I thought that the champion of this national championship would definitely be me. How come such a heavyweight suddenly appeared?”

“Chen Jin is participating in this year’s National Championships… Isn’t this a complete disaster?”

“It’s over. There’s no suspense about who will be the champion this time. I wonder which unlucky guy will run into Chen Jin?”

“That’s not right. I don’t seem to see Chen Jin’s name in the singles list.”

……

“Huh? That boy seems to be Xie Mingyang, right?”

“Xie Mingyang? Is he the newcomer who defeated Lin Gaoyuan in the Grand Slam, made it to the quarterfinals, and pushed Liang Jingkun into a desperate situation?”

“Yes, yes, that’s him.”

“As expected of someone who made it to the quarterfinals of a Grand Slam, his strength is truly extraordinary.”

“The guy who played against Xie Mingyang also looked pretty good.”

“That guy’s name is Zhang Jiahao, and the Magic City team’s only singles spot was given to him.”

……

Everyone at the scene was talking about it.

Wang Liqin and Chen Longcan were also in the crowd, watching the match between Xie Mingyang and Zhang Jiahao.

“Zhang Jiahao has improved a lot.”

Chen Longcan nodded.

As the head coach of the S Province team and the head coach of the men’s team, although Zhang Jiahao is Coach Wu’s disciple, he still knows Zhang Jiahao.

I know that Zhang Jiahao has good talent, but unfortunately he lacks diligence, so it is difficult for him to improve his skills.

I didn’t expect that I would make such progress in less than a month after joining the Shanghai team.

This surprised Chen Longcan.

“really.”

Wang Liqin said with a smile.

There is no doubt that Zhang Jiahao is a rough diamond.

Unfortunately, the S Province team failed to train him well, and the Magic City team took advantage of him.

Speaking of which, I have to thank Chen Jin.

If it weren’t for Chen Jin’s recommendation, the Magic City team might have missed out on such a talented player long ago.

“Coach Chen regrets it?”

Wang Liqin said with a smile.

“Kind of.”

Chen Longcan sighed, “Actually, I also know that Zhang Jiahao is a talented kid, but he is just a bit careless due to his youthful mentality.”

“If you train them well, their future will be limitless.”

“pity……”

Wang Liqin was such a perceptive person, he observed the words and expressions and frowned secretly in his heart: Judging from the tone of Coach Chen, is there any hidden reason why the S Province team expelled Zhang Jiahao?
It’s not convenient to ask at the moment.

There was a pause.

Chen Longcan crossed his arms and looked at the field: “Zhang Jiahao joined your Magic City team. Was it Chen Jin who recommended him to you?”

“Yes.”

Wang Liqin nodded and spoke frankly.

“So Chen Jin has your contact information.”

Chen Longcan asked, “Do you want to recruit Chen Jin into your Magic City team?”

“Uh……”

Wang Liqin was speechless for a moment.

“Didn’t Chen Jin agree?”

Chen Longcan smiled.

“Ah.”

Wang Liqin nodded again.

“I got it.”

Chen Longcan looked at Chen Jin, a gratified smile on his face, “In the beginning, it was Coach Wu and I who decided to recruit Chen Jin into the provincial team.”

“I also know Chen Jin’s character very well.”

“Since he has signed a contract with our provincial team, he will not leave easily before the contract ends.”

Wang Liqin didn’t say anything.

He knew that Chen Longcan said so much for a reason.

“The S Provincial Team is small, and can’t even keep a small Zhang Jiahao, let alone a big Buddha like Chen Jin.”

Chen Longcan sighed again and said softly, “I like Chen Jin, and I also hope that he can have a better and higher development platform…”

Hear this.

Wang Liqin’s heart moved slightly.

“After the National Championships, I will have a good talk with Chen Jin.”

The implication of Chen Longcan’s words couldn’t be more obvious. “As for which team Chen Jin will choose in the future, it’s up to him.”

“Coach Chen, are you really willing to let Chen Jin go?”

Wang Liqin took a deep breath.

Chen Jin won two championships in a row, the Macau Championship and the BJ Grand Slam.

The future potential is self-evident.

No matter which team, having Chen Jin is like owning a mountain of treasure.

Unexpectedly, Chen Longcan was willing to give up on his own initiative.

This was beyond Wang Liqin’s expectations.

According to Wang Liqin’s original plan, he wanted to wait until Chen Jin’s contract with the S Province team ended before discussing the matter.

But now, from what Chen Longcan said, he is obviously planning to let Chen Jin join the Magic City team.

If this is true, it would save a lot of trouble.

“A temple too small to accommodate a big Buddha, Chen Jin will leave sooner or later.”

Chen Longcan said. “Understood.”

Wang Liqin nodded, “I promise that the Magic City team will use all resources to train Chen Jin.”

“I can rest assured that.”

Chen Longcan smiled and said, “Your Magic City team has three talented young men, Chen Jin, Xie Mingyang, and Zhang Jiahao. Who will be your opponent in the future?”

“Not necessarily.”

Wang Liqin smiled.

While talking.

Out of the corner of his eye, he glanced at Xie Mingyang.

Based on his understanding of Xie Mingyang, if Chen Jin joined the Magic City team, Xie Mingyang might leave.

There is no room for two tigers in one mountain.

Moreover, after Chen Jin joins, the resources of the Magic City team will inevitably be tilted.

It’s difficult to take care of Xie Mingyang.

“Perhaps, Xie Mingyang will choose to join the Beijing team.”

Wang Liqin speculated secretly.

Of course, everything in the future is subject to change and no one can predict it for sure now.

And at this time.

The second round of the “friendly match” between Xie Mingyang and Zhang Jiahao has already started.

In this game, Zhang Jiahao was in great form.

Hit a lot of great balls.

In the end, we pulled back the score with 11:9.

The overall score is 1:1.

“Won?”

“I actually won a small game against Xie?”

Zhang Jiahao’s face was full of disbelief.

To know.

Before this, he had lost all five matches against Xie Mingyang.

Moreover, all of them were shutouts.

Unexpectedly, I actually won a game against Xie Mingyang this time, which was unprecedented.

Confidence suddenly soared.

“Xie, clean your neck and prepare to die!”

Zhang Jiahao was filled with murderous intent, “I want to avenge my previous humiliation today.”

“Don’t get too proud too early.”

Xie Mingyang said calmly, “I’ll just let you play one round.”

The third round.

Knowing that Zhang Jiahao is a typical player who relies on his touch, Xie Mingyang decisively changed his tactical style of play.

By controlling the table and changing the landing points, Zhang Jiahao’s touch was gradually consumed.

Unsurprisingly.

Although Zhang Jiahao took the lead at the start and seemed unstoppable, Xie Mingyang remained unmoved and stuck to his tactics.

Fighting with Zhang Jiahao on stage.

In the second half of the game, Zhang Jiahao’s touch was successfully worn out.

In this round, the two played particularly fiercely.

The winner was not decided until 17:15.

Xie Mingyang got the match point first.

The fourth game was a continuation of the victory.

Since he failed to win the previous game, Zhang Jiahao’s morale and confidence were greatly reduced.

The army was defeated like a mountain.

11: 5.

Xie Mingyang won.

“I lost again.”

Xie Mingyang glanced at Zhang Jiahao coldly, “Meng Huo.”

“Next time we fight, I will definitely not lose again.”

Zhang Jiahao said bitterly.

“hehe.”

Xie Mingyang no longer paid attention to Zhang Jiahao, but walked straight towards Xia Zhipeng and spread out his palms.

“What do you mean?”

Xia Zhipeng was stunned.

“room card.”

Xie Mingyang said.

“Oh.”

Only then did Xia Zhipeng react.

He quickly handed his room card to Xie Mingyang.

After taking the room card, the cold and icy boy in front of him finally showed a warm smile on his face.

“Shall I open a new room for you?”

Xie Mingyang looked at Xia Zhipeng.

“Need not.”

Xia Zhipeng said hurriedly, “Zhang Jiahao and I can just stay in the same room.”

“it is good.”

Without hesitation, Xie Mingyang gave the room card of room 1408 to Xia Zhipeng.

The dispute over the room card finally came to an end.

“Brother Jin…ah no, godfather, I lost again.”

Zhang Jiahao had a sad face, full of grievance, “You have to avenge my child.”

“No time.”

Chen Jin stood up and stretched, “But you fought well this time.”

“If I keep doing this, it won’t be difficult to return to the national table tennis team.”

After listening to Chen Jin’s praise.

Zhang Jiahao finally felt better. He smiled and shook off the gloom of defeat: “Brother Jin, do you think I can win the championship this time?”

“champion?”

Chen Jin smiled and said, “Do you think you can beat Xu Xin?”

Different from Fan Zhendong.

In this national championship, Xu Xin not only signed up for the team competition, but also participated in the singles.

As the former world number one, Xu Xin’s strength is unquestionable.

Moreover, he has rich competition experience.

With all the main players of the national table tennis team absent, Xu Xin is undoubtedly a touchstone.

If you want to win the national championship, you must find a way to surpass Xu Xin.

“a bit difficult.”

Zhang Jiahao thought about it seriously before speaking.

Although Xu Xin has retired from the national team and has not had systematic training for a long time, he is still alive and kicking.

not to mention.

In preparation for the National Championships, Xu Xin started recovery training a month in advance.

Even if he can’t return to his peak form, it’s not something that ordinary players can compete with.

When he was in the Shanghai team, Zhang Jiahao often accompanied Xu Xin in training and playing basketball, and he has a certain understanding of Xu Xin’s current strength.

“Then it’s over.”

Chen Jin smiled.

“But it’s not like I don’t have a chance.”

Zhang Jiahao chuckled, “Recently, I accompanied Brother Xin in basketball practice and stole a lot of his things…”

The words are not finished yet.

Sudden.

A voice sounded from behind: “No wonder you always come to me for practice, you want to steal my skills.”

Look back.

But Xu Xin came over with a smile.

“Brother Xin, you have to be kind.”

Zhang Jiahao stuck out his tongue, “It was obviously you who came to me first.”

more importantly.

Every time Xu Xin practiced with him, he would ask about Chen Jin.

Even a fool could guess that Xu Xin was clearly coming for Chen Jin.

However, Zhang Jiahao did not reveal it to his face.

“Is the game over?”

Xu Xin glanced at Zhang Jiahao and asked, “Lose or win?”

“I will definitely win next time.”

Zhang Jiahao said.

“That means we lose this time.”

Xu Xin smiled and said, “If you want to defeat Xie Mingyang, you have to keep working hard.”

That’s all.

No longer pay attention to Zhang Jiahao.

Instead, he turned to look at Chen Jin with a smile on his face and said, “Will you practice with me?”

“it is good.”

Although they are from different teams, how could Chen Jin refuse Huang Jin Zuo Zhi’s request?

He slung his backpack over his shoulder and walked away with Xu Xin, finding an empty table.

Just a few simple stretches.

Two straight boards, one on the left and one on the right, started practicing against each other.

(End of this chapter)