"I thought Cao Baiming would get a notebook or an envelope to organize it properly, but it turns out to be just an advertisement paper?"
The executives exchanged glances, said nothing, and only after turning the paper over did they discover several lines of names written on it.
"Messi...!? Zidane...?"
"...Damn it, even Shevchenko and Xavi are here..."
The executives looked at each other, their eyes filled with confusion and doubt.
"Are you serious?"
Facing such questioning, Cao Baiming smiled faintly and then explained.
"Don't worry, these aren't people you need to sign immediately. It's the team's future direction! Zidane will eventually be recruited, right? I think it would be comfortable for him to play in midfield and cooperate with me..."
"As for Messi... and Bernardo Silva, Alisson, and a few old players in the team who don't do anything substantial, those are the ones I wrote down. I hope to finalize them this summer and try to get them!"
Looking at the names on the list, the executives were stunned.
Even without counting the retired legendary players, they were basically worth over a hundred million...
This was too high an expectation for them!
"You wanted suggestions, and I've given them. How to achieve it is up to you to figure out."
At this moment, a woman walked in from outside, holding a document in her hand, a smile on her face as she walked.
She glanced at Cao Baiming and spoke directly, "Don't worry, I think the Messi situation is very reliable. We already have a plan."
Cao Baiming turned his head, and it was the same woman from before!
The others in the room were also surprised, as it seemed to be the latest news that they, as executives, hadn't heard yet!
"What I'm about to say needs to be kept low-key..." the woman continued.
"Messi has already contacted the club proactively. His friends have also revealed that Messi is currently considering a transfer, so as long as we make an effort, it should be no problem. The only issue is the salary."
Cao Baiming's eyes lit up with joy!
Most importantly, Messi! Is he coming?
It seems even Messi doesn't want to be bullied by Mbappé anymore! He finally can't stand it anymore!
The woman's words were vague, and it didn't sound like a done deal, but it was still worth looking forward to!
It was a simple, short meeting, and Cao Baiming wasn't fired. He thought this was another tactic by the executives to keep him.
After the meeting, as he was leaving, a gentle voice called out from behind him.
"My name is Stephanie, and I'm one of the team's managers, primarily responsible for recruitment and financial allocation."
The woman said with a smile.
Cao Baiming was startled and turned around. Stephanie's hand was already extended.
"If you have any new ideas in the future, try to tell me. We can communicate privately."
Cao Baiming's heart skipped a beat. A male instinct made him instantly notice the crucial point!
Communicate privately...
This woman couldn't possibly be thinking of...!
No, no, how could that be? She's a high-level executive of the team!
A sense of justice quickly surged in Cao Baiming's heart...!
"No problem!"
He agreed readily...
As expected, the body was very honest!
Impressive me!
...
With the conclusion of the final playoff match, the entire Premier League season officially ended today!
Although for the club, the season had ended long ago, Cao Baiming was still waiting for this day.
"Ding! The first season of the Premier League has ended. The season summary will now begin..."
"...A total of 14 achievements unlocked, 1 record broken..."
"...Season settlement reward: 425,000 points."
As expected!
Just as Cao Baiming had anticipated, the season settlement rewards were very generous!
It was worth the wait!
He was one step closer to his goal of one million points!
Since he already had 700,000, he might as well wait for that one million-point top-tier talent skill card!
...
Just then, the system's voice sounded again.
"Ding! The team achieved runner-up in this league, had a maximum winning streak of 21 games, scored the most goals in the league, and improved their ranking by 13..."
"...Congratulations on receiving the reward, the [Spiritual Leader] talent!"
"What???"
Cao Baiming's eyes widened.
He didn't expect the team's honors could also earn rewards!
"[Spiritual Leader] Talent Introduction: As long as you are on the field, you will activate teammates' emotional value increase, opponents' negative emotional value increase, accumulating over time..."
After the system's voice finished, Cao Baiming deliberately waited for a few seconds.
Now he was sure there was nothing else.
"This talent is too weak...!"
He had expected some overpowered skill, like guaranteed goals or mandatory interceptions, but it turned out to be just an enhancement for teammates...
The only benefit of this talent was probably to absorb a little more emotional value!
Regardless, overall, he was satisfied with this season. Cao Baiming also did a simple review of his experiences and performance throughout the season.
From being driven away by Mbappé at the beginning to joining Arsenal by chance, from not being able to secure a starting position upon arrival to becoming a regular starter, from not knowing how to control the ball to now not needing to control it, and now even having the chance to play with his idol Henry.
He was really looking forward to what interesting things would happen next season!
After leaving the club, Cao Baiming headed directly to Wu Xue's school.
"How is it? Have you planned our trip?"
"Yes, I've made some plans, but I still want to hear your opinion."
"Okay, you say."
"I've always dreamed of going to a small island where no one has ever been. I want to take this opportunity to fulfill this wish. Can you help me make it happen?"
"A small island?"
Cao Baiming's face showed surprise.
"Yes, don't you like it? It's okay!"
"Of course not. I'm just thinking why I didn't think of it! Hahaha!"
"No problem!"
"That's great, that's it..."
Wu Xue had already arranged everything clearly, not only planning the route but also where this island vacation would be, when, and even calculating the total expenses.
Cao Baiming could only sigh at how meticulous she was, although it wasn't necessary.
After all, it wouldn't cost much.
"In that case, we'll have to look for a place to rent a yacht in the next few days..."
Wu Xue continued.
"Rent what? Let's just buy one. We might need it in the future."
...
Just then, Cao Baiming's phone rang. Looking at the number, it was a long-distance call from Tang Guo.
He thought for a moment, wondering who it was. There was no name displayed, just an unfamiliar number.