Martha Upsha, looking out the window, it was five-thirty in the afternoon, and if there was no accident, Zike would have returned home at this time. If he was in a good mood, he would have brought his good friend Link with him.

Martha likes to look out the window like this in the afternoon. Whenever she sees Upshaw or Link, she will walk out the door as soon as she wants to give the two dream-chasing boys a solid hug.

Unfortunately, Martha can never wait for that moment anymore. His son will never go home, he will stay on the basketball court forever.

Thinking of this, Martha's eyes were rosy again. The sadness of the white-haired man sending the black-haired man would not be so easily relieved. Zeke's departure made this already fragmented home even more fragmented.

Many years ago, her husband left the family because of trafficking. Martha finally raised her two children, but Upsha left because of an accident.

Now, only Martha and Zeke's sister Randall are left in the family. Martha is no longer young, and Randall is still in high school. The family has lost two men and pillars. What should we do in the future? The black housewife really has no clue at all.

Recruiting with relatives? The relatives who live in this neighborhood are not much better. Martha's brother died of a gang fight many years ago, and her uncle has been doing his best in this life, but he can only support his own family while working in a gas station.

Martha wiped her tears and continued to cook supper. Randall was about to get off school, and she didn't want her daughter to see her weak and crying.

"Dongdongdongdongdong."

At this time, Martha heard the door knocking. She opened the door with her apron. However, when the door was opened, she found that it was not her daughter standing outside the door.

But Upshaw's best friend, a yellow-skinned boy who is regarded as a son by Martha, Link.

"Link? Didn't the team go to Texas to play today?" Martha was very surprised. Although Upsha was no longer there, she would still habitually understand the movements of the Blues every morning.

"I don't have to go to Texas, Martha. Actually, I'm here to say goodbye. I'm going to NBA again, this time, it's Memphis."

"Oh!" The black housewife covered her mouth and cried with joy. "It's so good, congratulations! Zeke is right, NBA is your stage. Come on, Link, the last time it was a Houstonian who had no vision. This time, I believe you will definitely be able to stay!"

Martha's hug made Link feel extremely warm. The Link who had traveled through time was already lacking the care of her parents. Now, because she was studying to play football outside, she rarely reunites with her family.

Therefore, in Oklahoma, only Upshaw can give Link's warmth and make him feel like home.

"By the way, this is a Christmas gift for you and Randall. Christmas is coming soon, and I guess I may not be back on Christmas Day. So today I bring the gifts in advance."

"Link, you shouldn't have spent so much money on us." Although he said that, Martha accepted the gift.

This is not Martha's falsehood, but the kind of thing that Americans don't like to push and cover up. If this scene is placed in China, the gift will have to be pushed and pushed hundreds of times before it can be delivered.

"It's just a little care, don't worry Martha. I will strive to sign a guaranteed contract in NBA. As for Randall, don't let her go to work as soon as she graduates from high school. If she can get into college, I'm willing to pay her tuition. You don't have to worry about this."

"this"

"It's an advance payment, advance payment. It's not too late to pay me back when she works in the future." Before Martha could refuse, Link interrupted her.

Of course, Link didn't really want the Upshaw family to pay back the money. But if he didn't say the advance payment, Martha would definitely say that she wouldn't accept Link's help.

"Stay here for supper, I'll go bake a few sausages."

"No, Martha, I have to rush to Memphis tonight. The air tickets have been purchased. There are still many things to be busy with now, and I'm afraid I can't stay for dinner. Remember to tell Randle that as long as she passes the exam, she doesn't have to worry about tuition."

Waving his hand, Link turned and left. Martha stared at Link's back until she disappeared from the corner.

The black housewife also went home and continued to cook supper. It seemed that life was not different.

But in fact, her life has undergone earth-shaking changes. At least now, she has rekindled hope for life.

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After saying goodbye to Joan Brockman and Coach Connor one by one, Link took his few luggage and took a taxi to the airport.

Although this is not the first time Link left the Blues to play against the NBA, the feeling this time is very different from last time.

Last time, Link had no emotions except excitement, but this time, Link was extremely calm.

He knew very well that once he went there this time, he would likely not be able to return to Oklahoma in a short time. His goal was to sign a guaranteed contract with the Grizzlies. If it could be successful, he would have to play with the Grizzlies until the summer. Unless there was a game against the Thunder, Link would not have much chance to return to the city.

So today, through Christmas, he said goodbye to his friends in Oklahoma City one by one.

He will not forget Martha's kindness to him, Connor's justice to him, nor will he forget Brockman, an opponent and teammate who made him stronger.

After saying goodbye to everyone in person, Link no longer had any worries. Looking at the street scene flying outside the car window, Link took out his cell phone and planned to say goodbye to the last person.

"Don't forget to watch the Grizzlies."

A simple sentence, send a text message.

Recipient: Rachel Demita.

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At 12:34 am, the lonely Link landed at Memphis International Airport. Although Memphis is not the most developed city in the United States, Memphis International Airport is the second largest cargo airport in the world, second only to Hong Kong International Airport.

Therefore, although it was already early in the morning, there were still bustling crowds in Memphis International Airport.

There are people from various countries and regions here, and ethnic diversity is fully reflected in Memphis. Of course, these have also brought conflicts between their respective religions and their respective ideologies.

"Link, here!" In the crowd, Link saw Jeff Austin waving with him. Seeing a familiar face in a strange city, which made Link feel relieved in an instant.

Speaking of which, Jeff Austin is also hard-working. He is not young anymore, and Link is not the only customer. But for Link, he is willing to wait in person at the airport in the early morning.

Just this point, Jeff Austin is much more dedicated than Carl Jones.

"Welcome to Memphis, boy! Sorry, I can't take you to visit this city tonight. After all, the security in Memphis has been not very good. Anyway, you have the chance to learn about this city in the future. The car has been waiting outside, so let's go directly to the hotel."

Austin greeted Link enthusiastically and introduced the current situation.

"The security is not good? What does it mean?" Link was confused. After living in the United States for so many years, Link had only heard that the security in a certain area was not good. For example, when it comes to the Los Angeles area, people would only say that the security in Long Beach was not good.

But this is the first time Link has heard of a whole city using the high crime rate and poor public security.

"What does it mean? It's literal. Don't you know, Memphis is called 'the most dangerous city in the United States'? Hahaha, but you don't have to worry. In Memphis, as long as local citizens are willing to voluntarily hand over their guns, they can get free tickets for several games. So, Memphis is much better now than before."

"You can get free tickets by handing over the gun! How helpless is this to make such a decision?"
Chapter completed!