NBA's King of Talking

Chapter 505 I just want to hear a demo

The Cavaliers' decision not to re-sign Jeff Green essentially means that Running Man's departure is a done deal...

When the tree falls, the monkeys scatter. The Cavaliers' previous roster was built by Running Man. Now that he's gone, there's no need to keep all the veterans.

With the Running Man cast gone, the Cavaliers naturally opted for a rebuild; that's for sure. It's unlikely any big names will willingly join Cleveland; this isn't Los Angeles or New York.

On July 7, Jia Fei invited several of his best friends to a gathering at his home.

Art Mayor personally cooked steaks for everyone, and his culinary skills have become increasingly refined, now comparable to those of professional Western chefs.

"Hey Art, Ja doesn't have a girlfriend, why don't you? You're several years older than me! Do you really want to marry a man?" Kemba Walker joked with Art Mayork.

“This is my personal problem, Kemba, stop making sarcastic remarks!” Art Mayork wasn’t angry. His buddies had gotten used to teasing each other, and he didn’t care at all.

Lamb suddenly said, "Marriage isn't good at all. I think being single is great. If I want a woman, I can spend some money to solve the problem. It's really great to be free from constraints!"

"You must really enjoy watching adult films by yourself at night!" Kemba Walker said with a knowing smile.

"What nonsense are you talking about... I haven't watched it in a long time..." Lamb didn't dare to look the other person in the eye, feeling somewhat guilty.

Watching the group tease each other, Jia Fei chuckled as he fiddled with a lighter in his hand.

"Jia, by the way, you're now the league's number one player, the highest-paid star in the league last season. Doesn't it seem inappropriate for you to still live in a house like this?" Kemba Walker turned the conversation to Jia Fei.

"Uh... this house is a bit big for me to live in alone, it's fine. As for the luxury house you mentioned, I can buy it after I get married and have kids!" Jia Fei said with amusement.

"When are you getting married and having kids? I've been waiting for this day for so long!" Kemba Walker winked at Jia Fei.

Jia Fei knew he had been tricked, but he didn't react much: "Let's see how things go. I don't want to get married just like completing a mission."

"What are you and Art up to? Don't you know what people are saying about you?" Kemba Walker said with a look of utter disappointment.

“Saying we’re gay is just being gay!” Art Mayork walked over with a plate of steak and placed it in front of Kemba Walker. “So what? We don’t care!”

Kemba Walker was a little confused. He turned to look at Jia Fei, who squinted and nodded slightly. He smiled too. Yeah, if others don't care, this doesn't seem like a big deal!

Jia Fei picked up his phone to reply to messages, while Lamb perked up and asked curiously, "Jia, which girl contacted you?"

In the US, it's generally considered inappropriate to ask about personal privacy, but these people are too familiar with each other, so they ask about everything, including how many times you do it in one night. Would you ask a stranger that?

"It's definitely a girl, you all know her, Taylor Swift!" Jia Fei said casually.

Lamb gaped in astonishment: "Jam, you're amazing! The league's number one player is truly exceptional. Taylor Swift has even become your regular friend!"

"It's not that exaggerated, we're just ordinary friends, nothing special!" Jia Fei shrugged and said.

A day later, Taylor Swift arrived in Los Angeles, contacted Jia Fei, and the two had a meal together.

"Jia, when are your 5th generation signature shoes coming out? I want your autographed shoes, can you send me a few pairs?" Taylor Swift asked in a coquettish tone, her eyes pleading.

"Of course, as many as you want!" Jia Fei was not used to such a gaze and avoided her eyes.

"You're so kind!" Taylor Swift reached out and took Jia Fei's hand, appearing completely at ease.

"Taylor, won't your boyfriend be angry if you do this?" Jia Fei teased.

“He wouldn’t!” Taylor Swift said nonchalantly. “He wouldn’t be angry!” She paused, leaned closer, and said affectionately, “If you’re willing, I can end the relationship anytime!”

A deep cleavage, alluring waves and curves… a faint scent of perfume—none of this held any irresistible appeal for Jia Fei. He didn't like this particular style, and moreover, he disliked this kind of blatant theft…

"We're better off as friends!" Jia Fei smiled and leaned back in his chair.

Taylor Swift's disappointment was undeniable, but she quickly composed herself and forced a smile, though it was somewhat strained: "Looks like I'm still not charming enough in your eyes!"

"It has nothing to do with charm, you're beautiful, and I really like your songs!" Jia Fei changed the subject, "By the way, didn't you say you had a demo of a new song? Let me hear it, so I can be one of the first fans!"

Taylor Swift isn't stupid; of course she knows Jia Fei is changing the subject. What demo? You don't like such a beautiful woman, but prefer listening to demos?

It was a bit hot in Los Angeles in July, and on the 10th, the biggest fish on the free agent market this year finally announced its destination!

The Running Man cast has finally landed in Los Angeles, signing a four-year, $1.53 million contract with the Lakers!

Many people are reluctant to believe that the Running Man cast would join the Lakers, because the Lakers haven't made the playoffs for several seasons. If the goal is simply to win a championship, the 76ers or Rockets would be better than the Lakers.

Many reporters predict that Running Man may no longer be so eager to win the championship. He's now more focused on his family, such as his son's school district and his wife's future living in a big city. Also, there's his business empire; Los Angeles is a major city with a vast commercial sector, something his hometown of Cleveland can't compare to.

Jia Fei wasn't surprised at all. In his previous life, Running Man went to the Lakers; what was so strange about that? Many people have a simple way of thinking: Running Man went to the Lakers to take control of his career; he wouldn't go to Philadelphia or Houston, otherwise he'd rather stay with the Cavaliers and be his local tyrant!

Running Man wants to control everything, he wants to be the boss. Whether he goes to the 76ers or the Rockets, he is an outsider and can't be the boss.

But the Lakers are different. Since Kobe retired, the Lakers haven't had any big-name stars; they're all a bunch of greenhorns. Running Man would be perfect to lead them. And the team has no shortage of draft picks and young players. Package them up and trade them for a star, and the team will be completely rebuilt in an instant!

It's important to know that Running Man signed with the Lakers without giving up any assets; the Lakers still have all their assets to offer!

Running Man is playing a long game, but many people don't realize it.