Chapter 5 Section 5

What was shown on the monitor was a player wearing a helmet and a ski suit.Both the helmet and the ski suit are silver.She tucked her ski poles under her arms and assumed a crouching start. Several ribbons affixed to helmets and ski suits swung violently.Although separated by a layer of sound-absorbing glass, it seems that the sound of the wind can still be heard in this room. When sprinting downhill, male competitors must slide at a speed of about 130 kilometers per hour, while female competitors also have a speed of 115 kilometers per hour.Of course, during the competition, the wind blowing in front of the athletes is like a huge wall, and how to get through this wind wall becomes the key to the outcome.

The contestant reflected on the monitor maintained his posture in the strong wind, almost motionless.There is no doubt that her lower body strength must be very strong, but more importantly, she has a rare sense of balance in the world, and the superb talent of being able to control the muscles of her whole body in an instant. This is the precious wealth she got from her father.On this, Teak firmly believes, at least for now. Teak came to the research institute of this sports equipment manufacturer in Hachioji.It is mainly engaged in the research and development of high-tech swimsuits, track suits and other competition equipment.In particular, high-tech swimsuits - which can drastically improve performance with just one material - have become their most important research topic.

A researcher named Yamaoka knew teak.After he saw teak, he said hello to teak.Researcher Yamaoka is responsible for the research and development of "ski clothing that can reduce wind resistance." "What do you think of her?" Yuki asked, pointing at the monitor. Yamaoka nodded vigorously. "I've seen a lot of contestants so far. Her stability in posture can be said to be outstanding. I heard that she was a high school student not so long ago. It's unbelievable." "Really, after hearing what you said, I feel more confident in my heart." "If such players can wear our products, our research will be valuable. It seems that the cooperation with Xinshi Development is a correct choice."

"Each each other." A contestant in a silver ski suit came out of the lab.She has taken off the helmet.Perhaps because of her long hair tied into a braid, her red phoenix eyes look more delicate and slender.She—Fumi Hita, looked at Teak with keen eyes. "Hello." "How does it feel to enter the laboratory? It's not the same as the real downhill slide." "There will be ups and downs and slopes on the real track. The most important thing is that what is really moving is not the air, but yourself." Fengmei said with a serious face. Knowing she wasn't joking, Yuki still laughed.

"That's it. It's true. By the way, can I take up a little bit of your time? I want to talk to you about something." Fumi looked at Yamaoka who was hunched over and staring at the gauge. "Mr. Yamaoka, is there anything else I can do?" Yamaoka straightened up and shook his head. "No, let's stop here today. I got a lot of good data. I'll let you know after the analysis results come out." Fumi nodded and turned to Teak. "Can I go change my clothes first?" "Of course. I'll wait for you at the entrance." "Okay, see you later." Fengmei quickly turned around and walked towards the gate.

Looking at her muscular lower limbs from behind, Teak couldn't help muttering in his heart: "Sure enough, the tiger father has no dogs." This spring, Hita Fumi joined Xinshi Development.Although she is nominally a staff member of the Welfare Department, in reality she only needs to stay in the company for about a month a year, and spends the rest of the time as a member of the Alpine Skiing Department.Fengmei completed the three consecutive high school feats.The competition for her is naturally very fierce.Since one of the instructors in the alpine ski department of Xinshikai is a friend of Fengmei's father, Xinshikai finally got her.

Teak was sitting on a bench in the lobby, drinking coffee from a vending machine.At this time, Fengmei, who was holding a big sports bag, came out from inside.She wears a hooded top with a knitted hat pulled down on her head. "Do you want something to drink?" Yuki pointed to the vending machine. "Thank you, no need. Do you have something to say to me?" "Ah, well, please sit down, it's hard to talk while standing." Fumi sighed, put her gym bag on the floor, and sat down beside Teak. "A few days ago, I went to Sapporo and met your father. I wanted to ask him to assist us in our research, but he refused."

"I've heard about this too." Fengmei replied immediately. "Did your father tell you?" "Dad called me and he said this is absolutely ridiculous. How can talent be expressed in mathematical formulas and chemical symbols?" "What if you can really show it? Do you want to know to what extent you have inherited the talent of the famous skier Hida Hiroshima?" "I do not want to know." "why?" Fengmei avoided Teak’s sight, looked into the distance, and said, “Because Dad is Dad, and I am me. Everything I have now is obtained through practice. There is nothing inherent in me. coming talent."

"What about your body? Didn't you inherit your body from your father?" "Body or something," Fengmei shook her head lightly, "it's the same no matter who you get it from. I don't think there's any difference." "Then I would like to ask, since the body is not important, why can't the Japanese beat the blacks in the 100-meter dash? Why can't the Japanese be number one in the world?" Fumi bit her lip and replied: "I don't know much about track and field." "You are being perfunctory. No matter what the event is, most Japanese athletes will deeply feel the physical gap between themselves and foreign players. This is especially true for players who have fought on the international stage. Even you It’s impossible not to feel that.”

"I..." For a moment, Fengmei glared at Yuki, but she immediately looked away and continued, "I just want to say that there is nothing special about my body. Dad said the same thing. He said we There's nothing special about him. I think Papa has a good point." "You father and daughter are free to think what you think. I don't want to force-correct your minds on this point. I just want objective facts. It's true that this matter doesn't mean much to you. But if we can find out The source of your strength, then we may be able to find the second and third Hiroshi Hima, and find the second and third Fumi Hima. How about it, for the sake of Japanese sports, please help us. "

Fengmei scratched her head and smiled slightly.It was just a smile that should be called a sneer. "Dad has already said that he is unwilling to assist you. So, even if I agree, there will be no results." "That's why I want to ask you to persuade your father, persuade him, and let him assist us in our work." "It's impossible." Fengmei stood up abruptly, "I won't try to convince my father. I wouldn't do this kind of thing. I wasn't interested in it... that, if you want to tell me If it’s just these words, then I will retire first. The training camp is about to start, and I must rush back to Sapporo immediately.” "Wait! Please think again. This matter is not troublesome, it is easy, like a physical examination..." "Sorry, I'm leaving first." Fengmei picked up her sports bag and walked quickly to the entrance. Teak shook his head and drank the rest of the coffee in the jar.The coffee was completely cold, leaving only an unpleasant sweet taste in my mouth. The head office of Xinshi Development is located in Shinjuku.Teak came to the office floor of the sports department, and found that Minister Xiaogu was talking to someone across the conference table.Both of them had serious expressions on their faces.After Xiaogu saw the teak, he ended the conversation with the other party in a few words. Teak sat down in an empty seat. "what happened?" "What's wrong?" "It's nothing, your expression seemed more serious when you spoke just now." Kotani didn't answer his question.He leaned back on the chair, under the thick single eyelid, there was a pair of slender eyes that moved left and right. "Have you seen Hita Fumi?" "Well, sort of." Teak sniffled. Xiaogu's mouth was already a little crooked, but after hearing Yuki's words, his mouth became even more crooked. "What?! After the father, did even the daughter's persuasion work fail?" "They were very resistant to that, more than they thought." "It's because you are too cowardly! Where is the momentum you had when you searched for Bird Koshi Shingo? Huh?!" "What should I use as a bait? If we assist us in our research, what benefits will the father and daughter get? Having said that, they don't seem to be short of money. If we insist, we can provide some money for her training." Special treatment, but in this way, if the operation is not good, it may be counterproductive. All in all, this is a stubborn father and daughter, even more stubborn than imagined." "Hmph..." Xiaogu smiled with the corners of his mouth upturned, "Are you helpless too? Forget it, forget it, there is really no way, let me teach you a way." "Ah?" Teak looked at his minister in surprise. "The person who met me just now was someone from the Propaganda Department. He cried to me and asked me to think of a way for him." "What happened?" "It's about Fumi Hima. It is said that several sports magazines have applied to interview her. Those guys are really fast enough. Fumi Hima is a hopeful and much-anticipated female player. She has a pretty face, so some sports writers have been following her since early on." "Isn't that nice?" "But there are people who don't want to see that. You know who I'm talking about?" Teak immediately understood, and a man's face immediately appeared in his mind. "It's her father! Feitian Hongchang didn't agree, is that right?" Xiao Gu nodded sadly. "He is said to have said: 'It's ridiculous to interview a skater who hasn't skated in such a big way.' You're right, it's all about that stubborn father." "However, according to what he said, Fumi Hima can be interviewed as long as she has passed a major competition, right? If that's the case, we can still wait." "The 'major competition' mentioned by Hiroshi Hida refers to the world competition where top players gather. According to his requirements, the minimum must be the World Cup." "If that's the case, we don't have to wait long. The World Cup is about to start. Fumi Hima made her debut in international competitions, and we wrapped her up with magazine interviews. I think it's good." "You are so naive. To make a star, you have to do a certain level of preparation in advance. It is too late to do it when she enters the World Series. Before the competition, we have to make her the center of attention. If If she gets a good result, no one will pick her faults; even if she fails, someone will pay attention to her next competition. As long as her popularity is high, even the Japan Ski Federation can't ignore her.Some people may criticize this as hype, but Fengmei will still be sent out in future competitions. " Teak crossed his arms.Although it can be said that this is wishful thinking, Xiaogu's opinion is not unreasonable. "Also," Kotani continued, "it would be nice if Fumi Hita could get a medal at the World Cup, but what if she falls to a rather low position? Do you think that stubborn father would agree Is she accepting our interview?" Yuki smiled wryly.The answer to this question is fairly straightforward. "It's definitely impossible." "That's what I said. Therefore, the most realistic approach at the moment is to tell everyone that Fumi Hima has absolutely no chance of winning a medal in the 'Debut Battle', whether it is before or after the World Cup, you must say so." Teak hugged his arms and snorted, then looked at Kotani again. "The minister said just now that he would teach me a way. From what you said to me just now, I didn't find a way to persuade Fei Tian Hongchang." "Why are you in a hurry. The main event is just beginning." As he spoke, Xiaogu put his hand into his suit and looked around, as if he was on guard for something.He took something out of his inside pocket.It was a folded document. Xiaogu put the document in front of Teak and said, "Come on, take a look at this." "This thing... Could it be..." "That's right." Xiaogu nodded, "I will come again." Teak's half-stretched hand stopped. "Can you touch it directly with your hands?" "It's all right, it's just a copy. The original is locked in the safe." Teak is relieved.He opened the stack of copies.I saw a few lines of text printed on it with a printer. To Xinshi Development Ski Department to fire Hita Fumi!Get her off the team! Don't send her to the World Cup, don't send her to any competitions! If you don't accept my request, I won't be able to guarantee Fumi Hima's personal safety. A conscientious fan "When was this delivered?" "Yesterday. On the envelope, it says 'Xinshi Development Alpine Ski Department' in the addressee column. Nothing is written in the sender column. It's exactly the same as last time." Teak frowned, and folded the copy into the original. They had received the exact same threatening letter two weeks earlier.Only a small number of people in the company know about this.Of course, they didn't let Fei Tian Fumi know. "Who did this good thing?" "Do you still need to ask? It must be someone who doesn't want Feitian to participate in the competition. For example, a certain player in another team, or someone related to this." "Is that so?" Yuuki asked a little puzzled. "Is not it?" "Although Hita Fumi is an ace candidate, she is not yet a top player. She is still a player in the growth stage. What is the point of preventing the development of young players?" "Then tell me, what kind of person is the guy who can do such a thing?" "Although I can't say for sure, but I think he should be a stalker. The fact that he knows Fumi Hima's name shows that he is a crazy person." "If it's a stalker, then he should want Fumi Hima to participate in the competition. This way, his stalking will become easier." "Stalkers are not just stalking. They want to keep the person they like as their own, so they will stop at any cost to prevent the other person from becoming famous. This incident may be blocking behavior." Xiao Gu frowned. "There are still such troublesome people in this world." "So, what do we do next? Still not calling the police?" "Of course I won't call the police. Didn't I say it before? If you can't handle this kind of prank, how can you do it! I have discussed it with the general affairs side, and we both think we should wait a little longer and wait and see. Change." Indeed.For such incidents, if they are dealt with one by one, it will never be finished.This is true.Whether amateur or professional, star players often receive letters similar to threatening letters.This is nothing new. "What should I do next?" Yuki asked. Xiaogu pinched the copy of the threatening letter with his fingertips and sneered. "Bring this to Feitian Hongchang and let him have a look." "what?" "I said, take this to Feitian Hongchang and let him see it. You can also tell him about the threatening letter you received last time." "I don't quite understand what you mean. Didn't you say before that now that the World Cup is approaching, you can't let Hita Fumi's mood fluctuate?" "You are right. You must not let Hita Fumi's mood fluctuate." "But, if you tell Mr. Hima about the threatening letter, Mr. Hima will definitely tell Fumi Hima about it. Isn't it?" "Do you think Fei Tian will talk to his daughter about these things?" Xiao Gu leaned forward, "If he does this, not only will Fei Tian Fumi not be able to concentrate on training, but also, maybe he will lose the hard-won The tickets to the World Cup were handed over to others. Don't worry, Fei Tian will not tell her daughter." Teak snorted, thinking, maybe it was like this.For Fei Tian and his daughter, their biggest wish now is to stand on the stage of the international arena. "After I let Feitian Hongchang read the threatening letter, what should I do next?" "You tell him first that Xinshi Development doesn't want to call the police or tell the media. Hiroshi Hiroshi should have no objection to this. Of course, we will never allow anyone to endanger the safety of Hita Fumi. So, We will send special personnel to protect Fumi Hita and monitor the abnormal situation around her. However, Fumi Hita suddenly has another person beside her, and she is running around all day, so people will definitely be suspicious. So, we will give this Give someone a name and let him appear as the person in charge of propaganda. How about it?" "Oh," said Teak, looking at the thick wrinkles carved on Xiaogu's forehead, "I've thought about this method too." "Hida Fumi's popularity in the media has skyrocketed, and it is reasonable to assign her an exclusive publicity manager. However, since such a person has been assigned to her, Hita Fumi must serve us accordingly. Do something. So, she can't unilaterally reject the magazine's interview application." "I don't know how Mr. Feitian will react." "Even if he objected in his heart, he wouldn't say anything. Hita Fumi was originally an employee of our company, and it was her job to cooperate with the company's promotional activities. Besides, her personal safety was guaranteed. Kill two birds with one stone thing." "However, Minister, even if the matter of propaganda is resolved, we still haven't achieved our final goal." "I know. What I'll say next is the key." Kotani stuck out his tongue, licked his lips, and pointed at the teak wood, "I've thought twice and decided to let you be the person in charge of Hita Fumi's publicity." Teak leaned back. "What? Me?!" "You don't need to be so surprised. You have a wide network of contacts in the sports media circle, and you are more familiar with Hida Fumi, and you also know Hima Hiroshi. Therefore, as someone who often appears by her side, you are definitely qualified for this job." Work. At the same time, through this matter, the father and daughter will owe you a favor. As friends, they cannot always refuse your request, and sooner or later they will agree to assist you in your research." Yuki looked at his minister again. "It's a constant battle." "It does mean a protracted war." "But, will they agree? Fei Tian and his daughter really hate me." "At times like this, you can just say this—'Even if Miss Fengmei can't participate in the World Cup, it doesn't matter, does it?" Xiaogu showed his teeth yellowed by smoke oil.