Coach: Coaching the Grizzlies at the beginning, playing the bantam

The next morning, the sun shone through sparse clouds and onto the busy streets.

Lu Yong was driving his black sedan, with soft jazz music flowing from the car stereo, forming a sharp contrast with the hustle and bustle outside the window.

In the passenger seat, his girlfriend Hannah was looking down at her cell phone, occasionally looking out the window, her face filled with anticipation for the upcoming dinner.

"We're almost there, Hannah." Lu Yong said softly, his eyes fixed through the windshield on the restaurant not far ahead.

It was a restaurant with simple yet stylish decoration, and it was the dinner place they carefully selected for Cui Yongxi, Liao Sanning and Hu Jinqiu.

Hannah smiled slightly, put away her phone, and her eyes were shining with trust and support for Lu Yong.

"They must be looking forward to this dinner. After all, it's not an opportunity for everyone to have dinner with a top NBA coach like you."

Lu Yong smiled lightly, but was thinking secretly in his heart.

He knew that this dinner was not only for farewell, but also to cheer up the three of them and let them understand that going to the United States for special training was an important decision in their basketball career.

The car stopped steadily in front of the restaurant, and Lu Yong and Hannah got out one after another.

The restaurant's doorman politely opened the door for them, and a rich aroma of coffee wafted into their noses.

Lu Yong looked around and chose a seat near the window, where he could enjoy the natural light and overlook the bustling street scene.

"Let's sit here." Lu Yong said to Hannah, and they sat down together.

Soon, Cui Yongxi, Liao Sanning and Hu Jinqiu arrived one after another.

They were dressed in casual clothes, but their athletic temperament could not be concealed.

Facing Lu Yong, the top coach in the NBA, the three were obviously a little reserved at the dinner table and were very polite when speaking to Lu Yong.

"Coach Lu, thank you for treating us to dinner." Choi Young-hee spoke first, with a hint of nervousness in his voice.

"You're welcome. We are all family. It's only natural for us to help each other when we are out." Lu Yong responded with a smile, trying to ease the atmosphere.

Liao Sanning and Hu Jinqiu also expressed their gratitude, but there was still a hint of uneasiness in their eyes.

Lu Yong saw it all and felt secretly relieved.

He knew that this sense of tension was exactly why they valued and expected this special training.

"Don't be so polite, today is just an ordinary dinner, relax." Lu Yong raised the water glass in his hand and motioned for everyone to raise their glasses and drink together.

Seeing that the three of them were afraid of Lu Yong, Hannah came out with a smile to ease the atmosphere.

"You can treat Lu Yong as your friend and don't be too nervous. Although he is very famous in the NBA, he is very easy-going in private."

Hannah's words were like a warm current, making the three of them gradually relax.

They began to talk about their basketball dreams, as well as their expectations and concerns about future special training.

Lu Yong listened quietly, occasionally interrupting to offer some advice and encouragement.

He told them that after they went to the United States, he would arrange for professional trainers to guide them in shooting, strength, speed and other aspects.

He also promised to find a place for them to live so that they would not have to spend money to rent a house separately, and the team cafeteria would also provide them with free food.

"Although the food may not be very good, at least it can guarantee your basic food, clothing, shelter and transportation." Lu Yong said, his eyes revealing his concern for the three people.

After hearing this, the three of them expressed their gratitude.

They know that not everyone has the opportunity to be trained personally by the NBA's top coach.

They are very clear that they have benefited from their Chinese identity, so they cherish this opportunity very much.

"Coach Lu, we will definitely train hard and will not let you down." Choi Young-hee said solemnly.

"Us too, Coach Lu, don't worry." Liao Sanning and Hu Jinqiu also expressed their opinions.

Lu Yong smiled and nodded, but he was thinking secretly in his heart.

He knew that this special training was a huge challenge for the three of them, but it was also a rare opportunity.

He hopes that they can cherish this opportunity, work hard to improve themselves, and become the backbone of the Chinese men's basketball team in the future.

During the dinner, Lu Yong also introduced the differences and precautions of American basketball culture to the three people.

He told them that in the United States, basketball is not just a sport, but also a culture and a lifestyle.

He hopes that they can adapt to the environment there as soon as possible and integrate into the local basketball atmosphere.

"Remember, no matter where you play, you must stay confident and calm. Believe in yourself, believe in your teammates, and believe in the coaching team." Lu Yong said earnestly.

After hearing this, the three of them nodded in agreement.

They knew that Lu Yong’s words were not only expectations for them, but also a spur and encouragement to them.

The dinner went quite well. Lu Yong said a lot, and Cui Yongxi, Liao Sanning and Hu Jinqiu also shared their future prospects with Lu Yong.

They talked about basketball skills, tactics and strategy, and how to play the game to the best of their ability.

Lu Yong gave some specific suggestions and guidance based on their characteristics and advantages.

"Yongxi, your shooting posture is very standard, but you need to improve your strength and accuracy. Sanning, your breakthroughs are very sharp, but you need to pay attention to the rhythm and changes. Jinqiu, your rebounding ability is very strong, but you still need to improve your defensive awareness and assist defense ability." Lu Yong pointed out the strengths and weaknesses of the three one by one, and gave specific improvement plans.

After listening to Lu Yong’s suggestions, the three of them expressed that they would seriously listen to Lu Yong’s suggestions and work hard to improve their shortcomings.

They know that only by continuous learning and improvement can they go further on the basketball path in the future.

As the dinner progressed, the atmosphere gradually became relaxed.

Hannah would interject from time to time, adding a lot of fun to the dinner with her humor and wit.

She told the three that Lu Yong was actually a very interesting person in private, who liked watching movies, listening to music, playing games, etc.

This gave the three of them a more comprehensive understanding of Lu Yong, and also made them more relaxed and comfortable.

"Okay, let's stop here for today. I hope everyone can eat and drink well and get ready for the upcoming special training." Lu Yong said, raising his glass.

The three of them raised their glasses in response to thank Lu Yong and Hannah for their hospitality.

They know that this dinner is not just a simple meal, but also an exchange of hearts and communication of emotions.

They felt the care and support from Lu Yong and Hannah, and strengthened their determination and confidence to go to the United States for special training.

As the dinner ended, the four of them left the restaurant one after another.

Lu Yong and Hannah watched the three people leave, their hearts full of anticipation and blessings.

They knew that this special training was a rare opportunity for the three of them and an important turning point in their basketball careers.

They hope that the three of them can cherish this opportunity, work hard to improve themselves, and become the pride of the Chinese men's basketball team in the future.

Cui Yongxi, Liao Sanning and Hu Jinqiu will also embark on the journey to the United States with Lu Yong's expectations and blessings.

They know that the road ahead is still long and there are still many challenges.

But they also believe that as long as they work hard, persist and strive, they will be able to usher in their own glory.

After the dinner, Lu Yong looked at his watch and found that it was still early.

The sun was still shining brightly, the breeze was blowing gently, and it seemed that even the weather was cheering for their date.

He turned to look at Hannah, his eyes twinkling with tenderness. "Hannah, it's still early, why don't we go to the Magic City Wildlife Park. Don't you like small animals? It's a great place to go."

When Hannah heard this, her eyes suddenly lit up with excitement.

She has always had a soft spot for small animals, and Shanghai Wildlife Park, as the first national wildlife park in China, is undoubtedly her favorite.

"Really? That's great! I've always wanted to go there." Hannah responded happily.

The two smiled at each other and then drove to the Magic City Wildlife Park.

Along the way, they chatted, shared each other's interesting stories and feelings, and the atmosphere in the car was warm and sweet.

After arriving at the zoo, they were first shocked by the spectacular sight before them.

The park is shaded by green trees and filled with the fragrance of flowers. Various rare wild animals live freely here, as if you have entered a magical animal world.

"Wow, this place is so big! And the environment is amazing." Hannah exclaimed, her eyes full of awe and love for this natural environment.

Lu Yong smiled and nodded, took Hannah's hand, and stepped into this wonderful animal world together.

They first came to the walking area, where there were many rare wild animals, which were a feast for the eyes.

"Look, that's a giant panda!" Hannah shouted excitedly, pointing at a giant panda not far away.

I saw the giant panda lying lazily on the tree, enjoying the afternoon sunshine.

Lu Yong and Hannah walked closer and found that the giant panda's fur was soft and smooth, and its black and white color looked particularly cute.

They couldn't help but take out their mobile phones and take photos with the giant pandas.

"Come on, Hannah, stand here and I'll take a picture of you and the giant panda." Lu Yong said, and after adjusting the angle, he pressed the shutter.

In the photo, Hannah is smiling brightly, and the giant panda seems to feel her happiness, showing a cute expression.

This photo became one of their most precious memories of this date.

Next, they came to the Asian elephant exhibition area.

I saw huge Asian elephants walking and foraging leisurely. Their skin was thick and rough, but their eyes revealed a kind of gentleness and wisdom.

"Wow, these Asian elephants are so spectacular!" Hannah exclaimed, her eyes filled with awe for these huge beasts.

Lu Yong nodded and explained: "Asian elephants are one of the largest land animals in the world. They are very intelligent and emotional. Just looking at their appearance, you can tell that they are living happily here."

After saying that, Lu Yong took Hannah's hand and walked closer to the Asian elephant together.

They reached out their hands and gently stroked the skin of the Asian elephants, feeling its roughness and warmth.

At this moment, they seemed to have established a wonderful connection with these behemoths.

Then they came to the gibbon and chimpanzee exhibits.

These primates are smart, lively and active, attracting the attention of many tourists.

"Look, that gibbon is swinging on the vines!" Hannah shouted, pointing at a gibbon not far away.

I saw the gibbon swinging on the vines flexibly, as if performing a wonderful acrobatics.

Lu Yong and Hannah watched with great interest and laughed from time to time.

They were also invited to participate in an interactive activity where they hand-fed the gibbons and chimpanzees.

They bought some fruits and nuts, put the food in the palm of their hands as instructed by the staff, and then stretched out their hands.

After a while, a gibbon hopped over lightly, took the food with its long arms, and then quickly jumped back into the tree.

"Wow, it's so amazing! I can actually feed the gibbon with my own hands!" Hannah shouted excitedly, with a happy smile on her face.

Lu Yong also smiled and nodded. He felt Hannah's happiness and felt happy that he could accompany her to spend such a wonderful time.

Next, they came to the water exploration area.

This is a mysterious and beautiful world where various aquatic animals and migratory birds live freely, making people feel as if they are in a dreamy underwater world.

They took a cruise ship and slowly moved forward on the clear water.

You can see schools of fish swimming freely in the water, colorful coral reefs swaying in the water, and various rare aquatic animals swimming leisurely in the water.

"Look, those are dolphins!" Hannah suddenly shouted. She saw a group of dolphins jumping happily not far away, and their bodies drew graceful arcs in the air.

Lu Yong and Hannah were both attracted by the wonderful sight. They quietly appreciated the dolphins' performance and felt the purity and beauty.

At this moment, they seemed to have forgotten all their worries and stress and were immersed in this mysterious and beautiful underwater world.

After visiting the underwater exploration area, they came to the International Equestrian Show.

There was a wonderful equestrian show going on here, and the various difficult moves and superb skills left them stunned.

"Wow, these equestrian performers are really amazing!" Hannah exclaimed, her eyes full of admiration and appreciation for these actors.

Lu Yong also nodded, he was also shocked by the performances of these actors.

He knew that behind these difficult moves were the actors’ countless times of practice and hard work.

He felt the power of persistence and hard work, and was happy that he could accompany Hannah to witness such a wonderful moment.

After watching the equestrian show, they came to the exhibition area of ​​Kabbala.

This is a cute little animal with soft fur and a gentle personality, and is very popular.

"Look, those Kabbalas are so cute!" Hannah shouted, pointing at a group of Kabbalas not far away.

I saw those Cabbalas eating grass leisurely. They looked so cute that people couldn't help but want to get close to them.

Lu Yong and Hannah bought some fodder and approached Kabbala.

They stretched out their hands, placed the fodder in their palms, and gently handed it to Kabbala.

The Kabbalas seemed to sense their kindness and warmth, and came over to eat the grass.

"Wow, it's so soft! Their fur is so comfortable!" Hannah exclaimed. She gently stroked Cabbala's fur, feeling the softness and warmth.

Lu Yong also smiled and nodded. He was also attracted by these cute little animals.

After playing with Kabbala for a while, they left the exhibition area contentedly.

At this time, the sun was setting and a gorgeous sunset glow appeared on the horizon.

Lu Yong and Hannah walked hand in hand on the way home, their hearts filled with happiness and satisfaction.

They knew that this date at the Magic City Wildlife Park would become one of the most precious memories in their hearts.

"Hey, Lu, I'm really happy today!" Hannah said, with happiness shining in her eyes.

Lu Yong smiled and nodded, holding Hannah's hand tightly, and said, "I'm very happy too, Hannah. It's my greatest happiness to spend such a wonderful time with you."

The two smiled at each other, and then walked towards the future together.

They know that no matter what difficulties and challenges they will encounter in the future, as long as they are with each other, they can spend every beautiful moment together.

And this date at the Shanghai Wildlife Park will also become an eternal treasure in their hearts. (End of this chapter)