American TV series: Starting with exploiting young Sheldon

Anyone could see that without number 21, the outcome of the match at Melford High School would have been far from certain.

However, in competitive sports, there's not much room for elaboration; a victory is a victory.

Coach George's ability to trust Mike and put him on the court in crucial moments is also a testament to his "ability".

At this moment, Coach George wore a moderate smile, displaying the full poise of a victor.

"...I wish you all the best in your upcoming matches, and hopefully you can make it into the state's top eight." The head coach of St. Martin's Academy originally had a lot more to say to George, but seeing the annoying smile on the other's face, he found it very irritating and could only reluctantly offer his blessings.

Public high schools lag far behind private high schools in both facilities and resources.

It's like the difference between an amateur team and a professional team.

Making it into the state's top eight is already the best possible outcome. As for Melford High School winning the state championship, that's something even Coach George wouldn't dare dream of.

Meanwhile, St. Martin's Academy's summer league this year has already ended before it even began.

If the Melford High School football team continues its winning streak and eventually makes it to the state's top eight, then St. Martin's Academy can also say that they lost to a top eight team, which sounds better.

"Thank you for your well wishes~" Coach George smiled and shook hands with the opposing head coach.

The match has now officially ended, and the loser has been eliminated.

Meanwhile, the Melford High School rugby team, including the substitutes, returned to the center of the field.

One, two, three, and everyone put their hands together.

Unity, hard work, and perseverance—honor brings the entire team together.

Captain Aaron shouted, "Melford!"

"Must win!!!"

At this moment, victory is the best gift!

Amid cheers, George and Aaron exchanged a glance, and then, with perfect understanding, the two of them lifted up Mike, the biggest contributor, from either side.

Then, the excited team members lifted Mike into the air and made him parade around the court.

Meanwhile, the cheerleaders, led by Regina, were spraying confetti and colored smoke on the sidelines.

Off the field, the local team's supporters once again gave them a resounding cheer.

This kind of enthusiastic and passionate scene can only be seen at home games.

After an initial period of discomfort, Mike began to enjoy the feeling of being the center of attention.

He took off his helmet, waved his hands, and shared his joy of victory with the crowd outside the arena.

A dozen minutes later, he finally escaped the clutches of his teammates, straightening his uniform as he walked off the field.

On the sidelines, Sheldon Jr. and Connie's grandmother and her group stood next to Coach George, waiting for Mike's arrival.

"Excuse me, may we ask you a few questions?" The middle-aged man carrying a camera blocked Mike's path. "By the way, let me introduce myself. I'm Jack, a reporter from the state television station. Your performance today was fantastic; it truly broadened my horizons..."

With his receding hairline and stubble, Jack looked like a颓废 (颓废 is a difficult word to translate directly, but it implies a sense of decadence, listlessness, or apathy) middle-aged man. However, at this moment, his expression was extremely excited.

Mike didn't refuse their enthusiasm. He waved to the Cooper family and greeted them before turning his gaze away and saying, "My name is Mike, nice to meet you. What would you like to know?"

As he spoke, Mike tucked his sweaty hair behind his head, revealing his delicate features.

“That’s it!” Jack’s eyes lit up. He raised the camera and gave Mike several close-ups of his face.

The boy's bright and confident smile was more dazzling than the midday sun.

It must be said that although Jack is unkempt, he has a keen eye for beauty. After taking several sets of photos, he excitedly said, "Mike, believe me, if your image appeared on TV, it would definitely captivate countless girls..."

Mike could only laugh awkwardly but politely at the middle-aged man's enthusiasm, without responding.

Jack seemed to realize he had been too enthusiastic. He composed himself and resumed his professional journalist demeanor: "Alright, Mike. I'm going to ask you a few questions now. If you feel uncomfortable, you don't have to answer them."

Seeing that the other person had returned to normal, Mike nodded.

"First question," Jack asked, adjusting the camera angle, "What were you thinking during that second attack at the end of the third quarter?"

"I didn't have any particular thoughts; I was just focused on scoring for the team." Mike smiled and continued, "That offensive play was the coach's plan, and I just had to follow it. Of course, I also have to thank my teammates for their help in scoring the touchdown."

Many people may be able to talk freely in private, but they always feel a bit awkward in front of the camera.

Mike also performed very well during the interview.

Jack looked at Mike's natural performance on camera, nodded in satisfaction, and continued to ask, "Second question, how long have you been training to have such excellent individual skills?"

"Hmm~ about half a year!" Mike wasn't exactly lying; two months was included in the half-year period.

For most people, physical exercise is a difficult and lengthy process; every drop of sweat brings its reward.

Mike is different from the average player; he's a player who's practically cheating.

"Six months? You're a genius..." Jack exclaimed in amazement at Mike's talent.

Before Jack could continue praising her, a blonde beauty appeared in the frame.

"Hi, Mike~" Regina greeted Mike warmly, and then said to Jack in a familiar tone, "Are you a reporter from the local station? Mike and I know each other very well. You can ask me anything you want to know."

“Oh, okay.” Jack seemed a little reserved in front of a beauty like Regina.

"Oh, right, I just saw you taking pictures of Mike. Could you take a couple more for us?" Regina leaned against Mike, appearing very intimate and at ease.

Jack's rhythm was disrupted, so he could only nod in agreement.

Regina is a very charming girl with a natural flair for the camera. In the picture, she and the handsome Mike look like a perfect couple.

Over the next few minutes, Regina took the initiative to praise Mike's performance at school, and then casually promoted her own group of girls with amazing figures.

"Mike, remember to watch the state TV channel on Friday..." After the interview, Jack hurriedly said goodbye to Mike and then fled the school with the camera.

Having satisfied her desire to perform, Regina watched the reporter's retreating figure and remarked, "That reporter is actually quite nice..."

Mike paused for three seconds to mourn for Jack, who had been tormented by Regina for half an hour. Then he shook his head and headed toward the Cooper family.

"Wait a minute~" Regina called out to Mike, inviting him, "To celebrate the team's victory, I've decided to throw a party, and you, the hero, can't be absent."

Mike's performance today will definitely make him a "star" at school. Feeling a sense of urgency, Regina decided to take the initiative.

Chapter 45 Party

Just as Regina extended the invitation, Amy, following her daughter's trail, came looking for her.

Today, Amy was dressed in a pink bodycon outfit, carrying a designer handbag and wearing exaggerated sunglasses, looking every bit the part of a wealthy lady.

“Look who this is? Our number twenty-one. I love you to death…” She pulled down her sunglasses, looked Mike over with a look of delight.

Compared to Regina, Amy possesses a more "mature" charm.

Then, she asked her daughter ambiguously, "Is he your boyfriend?"

“Mom~” Regina glanced at Mike and didn’t deny it, and continued, “I want to throw a party at home and invite the football team and cheerleaders to come and have some fun.”

“That’s a great suggestion. Our house hasn’t been lively in a long time,” Amy immediately agreed.

Soon, the rugby players and cheerleaders also received invitations to Regina's party.

The young people on the field cheered again.

Especially for someone like George, a marginalized student, who had never attended such a high-end party before.

The cheerleaders are all quite good-looking.

Just the thought of being able to chat privately with so many beautiful girls is enough to make young George, whose testosterone levels are soaring, happy for a long time.

The rugby team's next game will be next Monday.

Therefore, the team members also have enough time to relax.

On the sidelines, Mike explained the situation to Coach George and was saying goodbye to the Cooper family.

"Mike, stop dawdling." Little George, who was excitedly standing by, urged, "It's Regina's party, I don't want to be late."

It's only noon now, so there's no question of being late.

Little George is so eager, probably because he wants to get there first and see if he can snag a pretty girl.

He had been waiting for this opportunity for a long time.

Seeing George's eager look, Mike smiled and shook his head, then waved to the Cooper family and prepared to leave.

"Wait a minute." Grandma Connie came to Mike's side, quietly slipped three small umbrellas into his hands, and joked, "Safety first, it's okay if you don't come back tonight."

As she spoke, she raised an eyebrow at Mike, the meaning of which was self-evident.

Mike felt a little embarrassed holding the small umbrella; he would rather buy a box himself.

In the end, however, he obediently put the small umbrella in his pocket and walked towards the locker room with George.

Watching Mike's departing figure, the sharp-eyed Sheldon asked curiously, "Grandma, what did you just give Mike? Why isn't he coming back tonight?"

"Oh, little biscuit~" Grandma Connie patted little Sheldon's head and said mysteriously, "You're still young. Grandma will tell you in a few years..."

As she spoke, Grandma Connie blinked and revealed a smile that only "adults" could understand.

"Mom~"

Knowing that young Sheldon was very curious, Mary quickly spoke up to stop the conversation to prevent Grandma Connie from saying anything inappropriate for children.

On the other side, Mike quickly took a shower, changed into a comfortable white t-shirt, and then put the small umbrella close to his body in the back pocket of his jeans.

Then, together with George, who was already prepared, they walked out of the locker room.

After changing his clothes, little George put on a football team uniform to attract attention at the party.

After all, on this special day, who could refuse a rugby player?

But when little George saw Mike, who was still clean-cut and handsome after a simple makeover, he could only sourly plead, "Please stay away from me at the party later."

Although George Jr. is not bad-looking, compared to the handsome Michael, he can only be considered an extra.

Understanding what the other person was thinking, Mike didn't spoil the mood and smiled, giving an OK sign.

The two arrived at the entrance and immediately spotted the striking pink sports car.

"Mike, come on up!" Regina turned to the side and greeted Mike warmly.

In the four-seater sports car, Katie and Karen, who were in the back, squeezed out a seat for Mike.

As for little George, who was dressed in his team uniform on the roadside, he was selectively ignored by the four beauties from the "Devilish Figures" group.

“Go ahead, Mike. See you at the party later,” little George said, trying to sound nonchalant.

"Okay, see you in a bit." To avoid awkwardness, Mike didn't say anything more.

Luxury cars, beautiful women, and handsome men sped away amidst the roar of engines.

On the other side, Captain Aaron, driving his own pickup truck, saw little George by the roadside.

He stopped the car and waved: "Little George, want a ride?"

"Of course~"

……

Music, colorful lights, cocktails, and a variety of local snacks.

Amy, who loves lively gatherings, decorated the second floor of the villa to resemble a party venue.

Amidst the clinking of glasses and lively conversation, the rugby team members each used their own skills to attract the attention of the beautifully dressed cheerleaders on the field.

Inside Regina's room, isolated from the outside noise, the pink ambiance exuded an ambiguous atmosphere.

Seeing Regina looking charming in her tank top made Mike's heart flutter.

With his initiative, the war quickly broke out.

Just then, with a "click," Amy pushed open the door and entered, carrying two glasses of special cocktails.

"I've brought you your drinks." Amy placed the cocktails on the small table, making no attempt to avoid them. Instead, she suggested with great interest, "You guys continue, don't mind me."

The three of them stared at each other, and even Regina found this awkward situation difficult to bear.

She covered herself with the blanket and said angrily, "How did you get in?"

To avoid being disturbed during her "good time," Regina made sure she had closed the door beforehand.

Amy smiled and shook the keychain on her wrist, saying with concern, "Gina, this is your first time. If you don't understand anything, you can ask your mother."

Then, her gaze swept over Mike's strong chest, and her eyes gradually became fiery.