Chapter 558: A gorgeous turn
Revis decided to retire.
He finally decided to put away his self-esteem and pride. He finally decided to give up competing with the league, the team and the fans. He finally decided to give up continuing to prove himself, reconcile with himself, turn around and leave, and bid farewell to this arena.
Not because the Kansas City Chiefs didn't have a place for him, but because he was relieved.
In this year's playoff journey and battle, he has burned himself without reservation and has no energy anymore. His body has protested and his spirit is exhausted. It is time to stop running.
Revis told himself this.
Originally, Revis thought that retirement should be vigorous and stormy; but the reality was different. On a calm afternoon, with the sun shining and the breeze blowing, he decided this way.
Perhaps the only regret is that he can't find anyone to share it with.
Several names came to mind. It was impossible not to have a single friend in the alliance all these years, but they had always maintained an estranged relationship. After a moment of hesitation, they still couldn't dial the phone number.
Instead, he thought of Levi.
That young man with bright eyes and determination, when he made a fatal mistake and people regarded him as a mercenary again, they were willing to stand by his side, fight together, fight back together, run together, and burn all their energy , crossed the finish line side by side.
Levi's voice came over the phone, but Revis couldn't help but be stunned.
How should he speak?
In other words, are they friends?
“Heh.”
Revis chuckled.
"Don't talk about the third time. In fact, when I was laid off by the Jets for the second time, I should have retired, but my pride did not allow it."
Once he opened his mouth, the words flowed naturally, not as difficult as imagined.
"This is a cruel game. They have their own rules and boundaries. We put our heart and soul into it, pretend to be supermen in a ridiculous tight suit, give everything we have, squeeze out the last remaining value and then throw it away."
"When we stand on the court, we think that we are kings, capable of calling the wind and rain, omnipotent, and that we dominate the universe and own the world."
"Young, tough, handsome, rich, girls were jumping on us one after another. We felt invincible and capable of anything, and we believed we could do it if we put our minds to it."
“Until one day I suddenly discovered that things were not like this.”
"We are just a group of tool people. We left everything we had on the field, but what we left behind were countless injuries and a bunch of meaningless numbers. If we don't pay attention, one night in Las Vegas will It can take us from the clouds to the bottom.”
Anger, sadness, chagrin, regret, sadness, bitterness.
Maybe there was some of them all. The confusion in Revis's words was difficult to describe accurately. This made Levi slightly stunned, not expecting this scene.
However, Levi did not interrupt Revis.
It wasn't until Revis stopped that Levi joked lightly, "Like Captain America."
Not Superman, but Captain America.
Revis was stunned, "Haha." Without warning, he laughed, "Haha, just like the damn Captain America."
Mood, relax a little.
“But, I don’t regret coming to Kansas City.”
"Everyone says I am a mercenary, and I also consider myself a mercenary. But..."
Suddenly, Revis was choked with words and had to take a deep breath.
"But, rookie, you proved that I am not. I left everything I had on the field, without reservation, to rediscover the happiness I had in middle school, not for money, just because I like it, just because I can, so I Run and compete on the rugby field.”
"To end it with a ring, I can't think of a more perfect ending."
Here on the phone, Levi sighed lightly.
I had a vague feeling just now that Revis was not normal today; but when Revis actually revealed the answer, he still couldn't help but sigh.
It's only been two months. Revis is not Levi's friend, but he is Levi's comrade-in-arms. From stranger to familiar, they experienced arduous battles one after another, with highs and lows. In the end, the Kansas Chiefs were able to reach the top of the Super League. Bowl, it is inseparable from the veteran's performance at critical moments.
If there is another season, the weak cornerbacks of the Kansas City Chiefs really need the help of Revis; even if Revis's personal ability continues to decline, his experience can become a source of nutrients for the rookies and help the young cornerbacks of the Kansas City Chiefs. The guards grew up as quickly as possible. However, the moment of departure finally arrived.
This is the first time Levi has witnessed a close teammate choose to bid farewell to the game.
One after another, Levi has heard about the team's transfers and news. Cornerback Peters, linebacker Harry and other players will leave.
The most regrettable thing among them is veteran linebacker Derrick Johnson. This player who entered the league in the 2005 draft has been with the Kansas Chiefs. He is currently the longest-serving veteran on the team. Biberry For a long time, he thought he would retire in Kansas City. After living here for twelve full years, he never expected to be released by the team and become a free agent.
Farewell, reunion, rebirth, this is what the offseason is made of.
So does retirement.
But when you actually experience it personally, you still can't help but taste a bit of bitterness.
Levi, "Darrell?"
Revis chuckled, "Have you guessed it? Yes, you are so smart. If you still can't guess it now, then there is something wrong with my expression ability, or maybe you were taken away by the girls during the offseason. ”
Levi twitched the corners of his lips, but couldn't smile.
Revis put away his smile and said, "Yes, I decided to retire."
The air was slightly quiet.
Mahomes rushed out, "Rookie, I'm ready. Have you finished cleaning up?"
Levi gestured towards Mahomes, "Darrell, are you sure?"
Revis, "Are you trying to save me?"
Levi, "Yeah."
Because it was too straightforward and direct, Revis was caught off guard.
Nose, slightly sore——
Maybe he has no friends; but at least he has found a comrade who appreciates and supports each other and fights side by side, which is enough.
Revis quipped, "The team can't afford the salary I want."
Levi shrugged lightly, "Oh, then there's nothing we can do. It's a pity."
"Haha, hahaha." Revis laughed heartily and wantonly.
This time, it comes from the heart.
After thinking about it, Revis thought that he still had many, many more words to say; but now he was stunned and found that he was relieved, and the big stone in his chest fell.
Instead, I felt relaxed.
"Thank you, Levi. And, goodbye." Revis did not continue the greetings and ended bluntly.
Levi took a deep breath and said, "I hope we can meet again, even if it's not on the field."
Revis was stunned, but did not respond and hung up the phone.
Putting away his cell phone, Revis looked into the distance, his eyes slowly losing focus. He felt that it would be good to continue being a Kansas Chiefs fan.
Mahomes noticed the slight solemnity in the air and stood quietly aside until Levi hung up the phone, then cast a questioning look.
Levi thought for a while, "Revis decided to retire."
Mahomes was startled, more than surprised.
The next day, Revis officially announced his retirement and submitted a retirement application to the league, causing waves in one fell swoop.
At the same time, Levi returned to Kansas City with Mahomes and Kelsey, and voluntary training camp was about to begin.
(End of chapter)