As Kobe watched Su Xi stand atop the scorer's table, arms spread wide to receive the tsunami of cheers from the entire arena, it was as if everyone was worshipping him.
Kobe was envious.
'So, this is what it feels like to be on top of the world.'
He didn't know what song the Chinese fans were singing at the top of their lungs, but when a member of the Chinese Team handed Su Xi a national flag, and he draped it over his shoulders… in that moment it billowed in the wind.
This is what a true man should be!
Kobe felt that all the highlights of his entire life, combined, couldn't compare to the glory Su Xi was basking in right now.
'It turns out… a basketball player's proudest, most glorious moment isn't lifting the Finals MVP trophy. It's leading your country to a gold medal on the international stage.'
'I have to be in the next Olympics.'
Kobe clenched his fists, his resolve hardening.
