Xu Xiangbei grinned cheekily, "Coach Martin, since everyone is so familiar with each other, please give us a chance."
Coach Martin looked serious, "I'm sorry, Dr. Xu, work is work, and personal matters are personal. I can buy you a drink at noon, but I can't let him join the team."
Seeing the coach so adamant, Lu Daquan beside him became disheartened. He wanted to stop Xu Xiangbei from pleading for him, but Xu Xiangbei motioned for him not to speak.
Xu Xiangbei pointed at the injured defender sitting on the chair behind them, "Coach Martin, I heard you have an important match tomorrow, one that affects the club's rating. If I can get your three defenders ready to play tomorrow, could you make an exception and let Lu Daquan join the team?"
Coach Martin was incredulous, shaking his head, "They've sprained muscles and feet. The surgeon said it would take at least a month to fully recover. Don't try to fool me."
