Tennis: He's so obedient!

Chapter 131 Returning Home in Glory (Please Subscribe)
Jiang Hong declined all invitations and finally boarded a plane back to Chang'an.

Accompanying him were Zhang Sheng and a group of documentary filmmakers.

Last night, Jiang Hong received a call from Principal Gao Jin, who reminded him to let him know when he returned to Chang'an.

Seeing the principal's resolute attitude, Jiang Hong finally told him his flight time.

As Jiang Hong gazed at the sky outside the window, a thought popped into his mind: Could this be considered a triumphant return home?

Although I've only been away from Chang'an for less than two weeks, it feels like a long time has passed.

In less than two hours, the plane had arrived in Chang'an from the capital.

The group disembarked from the plane and boarded a shuttle bus!
"Hello...Are you Jiang Hong, the one who played tennis on TV the other day?"

Just as Jiang Honggang boarded the shuttle bus, a childish voice suddenly rang out beside him.

Turning his head, Jiang Hongcai noticed a boy of about ten years old standing next to him, looking up at him with a curious expression.

Because Jiang Hong wasn't wearing a mask or hat to cover himself up completely.

Jiang Hong believes that although he is indeed somewhat famous nationwide, he is not as well-known as Liu Xiang if he were to spread his fame across the country.

At this moment, Jiang Hong was carrying a backpack, just like an ordinary college student.

"That's right!"

Now that he'd been recognized, Jiang Hong naturally didn't deny it, nodding his head. "That's right, I'm Jiang Hong!"

Upon hearing the confirmation, the child's eyes lit up instantly, and he immediately tugged at his father's clothes, shouting excitedly.

"Dad, look! It really is the real Jiang Hong, not just someone on TV!"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Hong's lips twitched. What do you mean by "living Jiang Hong"? Have you seen Jiang Hong in other states?

The little boy's words immediately attracted the attention of everyone else.

"It really is Jiang Hong! I heard he's from Chang'an, I never thought I'd actually run into him!"

"That young man is really energetic! I wish he were my son!"

"That's really impressive! They defeated that foreigner right here in the capital. That's amazing!"

At that time, the internet was not yet widespread, so the hype did not dissipate so quickly.

If this were to happen later, people would likely start paying attention to new trending topics within three days.

However, because the Olympics will be held next year, the sports atmosphere in China is very strong. Now, sports news is everywhere, and Jiang Hong's name often appears in the reports.

"Brother Jiang Hong, could you give me your autograph?"

The little boy took a pen out of his schoolbag and looked at Jiang Hong expectantly.

This wasn't Jiang Hong's first time signing autographs, so he naturally didn't feel awkward about it.

"No problem, where should I sign?"

The little boy immediately pointed to his blue cat backpack, "Sign on my backpack!"

Jiang Hong quickly signed his name on it.

"Hey fellow villager, we're from the same county, can you sign your name for me too?"

"Sign one for me too, I really love tennis!"

"..."

Although I may not necessarily like Jiang Hong, I still want to join in the fun when I see a celebrity.

Fortunately, there weren't many people on the shuttle bus, and the signing was over quickly!
After arriving at the terminal, Jiang Hong disappeared without a trace as soon as he got out of the car. The people in the car were about to take another group photo when they realized he was gone.

Jiang Hong and Zhang Sheng's group each retrieved their luggage. "Jiang Hong, I'm really seeing how popular you are now. You're practically a top celebrity!" Zhang Sheng teased from the side.

Jiang Hong shrugged. "If people knew that Zhang Sheng, the commentator from CCTV-5, was here, they'd probably come asking you for an autograph!"

As the group of people carrying their luggage walked out of the station exit, Jiang Hong saw a banner.

"A warm welcome to Jiang Hong, the outstanding student of Chang'an Information College and the China Open men's singles champion, to return to the school!"

Jiang Hong's lips twitched as he looked at the banner. He had originally thought that the principal and others would be waiting for him at the school, but he did not expect them to come to the airport to pick him up with a banner.

To be honest, even someone as thick-skinned as Jiang Hong felt a little embarrassed.

Jiang Hong also gritted his teeth and went up.

“Principal!” Jiang Hong walked over and shook hands with Gao Jin first.

To be honest, I don't know any of the other people either!

"Great, great, great, Jiang Hong, you really lived up to expectations! You actually brought the China Open championship back!" Gao Jin said with a smile, his face beaming.

Originally, I was hoping that Jiang Hong might become a top-notch athlete in the country in the future, participate in competitions and win some awards to enhance the school's reputation. But I never expected that Jiang Hong would keep breaking through my expectations. Perhaps this is what a sports genius is like!
After Jiang Hong won the championship, the provincial education official in charge of education specially called him over to praise him.

After all, without a large amount of funding, an athlete has achieved such excellent results. Let him give a report to other school principals and share his experience.

However, Gao Jin knew that he was just lucky to have met a genius like Jiang Hong.

Jiang Hong would have succeeded regardless of whether he had or not; he had only made a negligible contribution.

Therefore, he decisively stated the reason and refused to give a report.

However, he also took the opportunity to plead poverty and asked for funds to build several tennis courts.

After all, the national team issued a letter, and Jiang Hong will be temporarily recalled to the national team.

There is a good chance that we will participate in the Olympics next year. Upon hearing this, the leaders immediately approved a sum of money to provide logistical support for the athletes.

Gao Jin turned around and introduced Jiang Hong to the deputy director of the provincial sports bureau, the director of the municipal sports bureau, the director of the education bureau, and so on.

Jiang Hong shook hands and greeted everyone, and even brought reporters to take pictures.

After all the commotion, Jiang Hongcai returned to school, where he was even greeted by a cheerleading squad.

The provincial newspaper also wanted to do an exclusive interview with Jiang Hong, and after some thought, he finally accepted.

After the interview, everyone had a meal together. There was no insistence on Jiang Hong toasting them, and overall it was quite harmonious!
After the group of officials left, Gao Jin warmly arranged for Zhang Sheng and his party to stay at the school's guesthouse.

Jiang Hong and Gao Jin, this little old man, have always gotten along quite well.

Suddenly, Gao Jin asked curiously, "By the way, Jiang Hong, what was that group of people from CCTV doing in Chang'an just now?"

"By the way, Principal, CCTV-5 said they want to film a short documentary about me, and since the school will also be featured, I'm not sure if it's convenient!" Jiang Hong asked Principal Gao Jin with a smile.

Upon hearing this, Gao Jin's eyes lit up instantly.

You've given me another huge surprise!

After all, the opportunity to get a school on CCTV-5, even if it's just a background role, is not something that happens very often!
"Xiao Jiang, there's something I forgot to tell you. After your competition, I realized that our school's sports facilities are insufficient. Before the summer vacation, I started applying for funding to build a training room for our school. The training room was completed a few days ago. You can take a look and see if it's suitable. If there are any missing items, our school will purchase them!" Gao Jin said with a smile.

Jiang Hong's eyes lit up instantly. This was indeed a good thing for him, at least he wouldn't have to run back and forth to train every day.

Moreover, Jiang Hong also prefers the atmosphere at school.

Jiang Hong believed that this was not a spur-of-the-moment decision by the principal. After all, the school had to go through a bidding process to purchase these things. Now that the training room was completed, it was estimated that the work had already begun before the summer vacation!
It must be said that the principal's support for Jiang Hong is quite good.

Before the summer vacation, Jiang Hong was not yet famous; he had just finished playing in a Hope Tournament.

(End of this chapter)