Chapter 858 Formal Challenge
Although Ariana Grande has won countless attention since the release of her first album in 2013 and made her debut with a sudden appearance; but from that time on, Ariana just kept walking in the same place, going around in circles, still unable to find a breakthrough.
Some people say that debut is the peak.
However, the point is, that is not the real peak. Ariana has not had any single champion or Grammy so far. On the surface, her career seems to be in full swing, but it is all just a social network bubble without any substance. Sexual weight.
bottleneck?
If this was the bottleneck, Ariana was stuck from the start.
In Ariana's view, it was quicksand. Although her feet were still standing on the surface, they were being swallowed up bit by bit. Her struggle only made herself sink deeper and deeper.
Then, in Manchester in 2017 and Mac Miller in 2018, the shadow of death and violence left Ariana physically and mentally exhausted and scarred.
Ariana even began to be afraid of nightfall because it was too quiet and she could hear the voices in her head, causing insomnia all night long.
Until one sleepless night, she started randomly switching TV stations, accidentally saw the live broadcast of the American League Finals, and stopped by accident.
football?
The first thing that came to mind was Levi, the player I met by chance on last year’s Super Bowl night.
Miraculously, looking at a group of players wearing helmets with no visible cheeks, Ariana couldn't help but look for Levi in the crowd.
Then, she followed the Kansas City Chiefs fans to witness the game.
Defeat the cold and freezing rain, and persevere to create a glimmer of hope in the difficult situation; fight until the legs cramp in the final moments of the regular season to stimulate the team's energy; and finally complete the explosion at the decisive moment of overtime, with a red bayonet, and an unparalleled performance. Perseverance and courage lead to victory.
Everything seems impossible, but it eventually becomes possible. So stalemate, so exciting, so focused, it shows the face of competitive sports in all aspects.
It's not just a victory, it's a battle, a struggle, a persistence, the tenacious will in desperate situations and darkness, the burning passion in confrontation and entanglement, everything is so charming.
In that man, there was a spirit, passion and charm, like a black hole vortex, firmly grabbing the attention.
Ariana herself didn't realize it. She was deeply involved in it before she realized it, and she unknowingly followed the live broadcast to watch a complete game.
The truly touching moment happened after the game.
When Levi knelt on the ground, secretly hiding his tears, Ariana's eyes couldn't help but turn red. She understood the sigh and catharsis of finally seeing a result after going through all the hardships; however, the narrator explained that Anne- After the story of Galas and the Kansas Chiefs, Ariana understood that Levi's sadness and vulnerability were not because of victory——
But because of a little girl who fought for her life but regretted not being able to have the last laugh.
At that moment, Ariana's heart beat wildly uncontrollably. This was the first time she truly felt the charm of competitive sports, just like music.
Chicken soup for the soul, everyone will say that when faced with difficulties and darkness, bystanders cannot truly empathize. They always advise the person involved to cheer up and be strong; but the problem is, doesn’t she know? Doesn't she want to? It's because it can't be done that it becomes a problem.
However, Levi did not.
No nonsense, no sensationalism, but counterattack with practical actions, the kind of desperate burning and release that allows the energy of life to bloom without reservation——
Maybe, they can't decide the outcome of the game; maybe, they can't predict who will come first tomorrow or the accident, but at least they can firmly grasp every minute and every second in front of them, fight to the end, and interpret within the time they can grasp. To perform and feel the weight of life.
Ariana knew then, she needed to get to Atlanta, she needed to watch the Super Bowl live, she needed to... see Levi again. In fact, she didn't know the reason. Her music career could not find the answer in Levi and the Super Bowl; but somehow, she was convinced that she should go to Atlanta and follow the guidance of the North Star in the endless night. Even though she didn't know what she could see at the end of the road, she still stepped forward without hesitation.
After truly seeing Levi, Ariana knew——
Her instincts were spot on.
With just a few words, Levi could make the air cheerful. Even if night had fallen, Ariana could still feel the brightness and lightness.
With a smile lingering at the corner of her mouth, Ariana took a deep look at Levi, "So, what about you? Our Super Bowl opponents had dinner together before the game. Do your fans know this?"
Levi glanced at the passers-by taking photos through the glass window outside the restaurant, and even raised his right hand to wave, "They should know now."
Donald was still slightly uncomfortable. If it weren't for Ariana, he was confident that he could hide his whereabouts. He had already thought of everything.
Donald was caught stealing glances at Ariana. He quickly looked away and hurriedly shifted his attention, "I'm also wondering why a rookie suddenly invited me to dinner."
Li Wei's face was full of seriousness, "I am going to use a honey trap to confuse my opponent. Now it seems that everything is going smoothly according to my plan."
In one sentence, Donald was stunned and Ariana pursed her lips and snickered.
Then Levi continued, "Remember our eleven-week match? Last time we met in the regular season, Aaron led Los Angeles to defeat us."
The second half of the sentence was explained to Ariana.
Donald added, "Then the rookie said that classic line, 'I hate Los Angeles.'"
Ariana looked at Levi with disappointment: she settled in Los Angeles.
Levi raised his hands, "New York and Los Angeles, I'm sorry, there's nothing we can do."
There was no quibble, but she admitted it frankly. Ariana and Donald exchanged glances, and the two of them bumped their fists with the same hatred.
Levi joked, "Look, just because of this, how can I like Los Angeles?"
The atmosphere was cheerful.
Levi then continued, "After that game, I told Aaron that I looked forward to meeting him again, and then I would defeat him in an upright manner."
"So, tonight I just want to remind Aaron, don't forget this. Hey, man, you better recharge your batteries and be at 100%. I'm looking forward to a peak showdown."
Donald was stunned. He didn't expect that Levi actually came to post a battle message?
Everyone believes that judging from the grudges between the Los Angeles Rams and the Kansas City Chiefs, whether they are regional rivals in history or half of this season's Super Bowl, the two have a never-ending relationship.
What's more, there is also the "Levi VS Donald" that the league has been promoting. The confrontation between the best offensive player and the best defensive player in the league in the past two seasons is undoubtedly the focus of the entire league.
Shouldn't both sides fight to the death?
(End of this chapter)