He raised his cane, looking at the trembling, sweat-drenched, and shivering head coach.
Carlo Rossi sighed softly, lowered his hand gently, then suddenly struck with force—a "thud" sounded as he slapped the tactics board flying.
"Boys, now is not the time to discuss tactics. I know what you like, and I make you this promise: If you win against Inter Milan at home, I'll reward you with a one-time bonus of five million euros!"
With a grand gesture, Carlo Rossi declared.
Under the astonished gazes of everyone, several burly men in well-tailored suits, with heads shaved clean, like walking fortresses, carried heavy boxes and confidently strode into the room.
"Pour it out! Right here, pour it! Let it all bloom!"
Rossi's command carried an indisputable power.
Upon receiving the chairman's instructions, they clicked open the boxes one by one.
At that moment, the air in the locker room seemed to freeze!
Whoosh, rumble—
