Lin Qumu followed Lin Yusheng, but it was obvious he was still wondering where that voice came from.
The voice said not to look around, so could it be from his own mind?
【Ding, Host's guess is correct】
That voice suddenly rang out again, making Lin Qumu jump.
Why is it so persistent? I haven't done anything bad, just stepped on some cockroaches and killed some mosquitoes, I haven't done anything outrageous!
【Ding, Host has eliminated the five pests, congratulations. Host please do not worry, this system only exists in the Host's mind, only the Host can perceive my existence, and I can only communicate with you】
System? Such a thing from novels actually came true?
【Ding, please understand, Host, it's not the Host choosing the system, but the other way around. Everyone has a chance to contract a system, but the system's requirements for selecting a Host are extremely strict; without the system's approval, one will not be chosen by the system】
Oh, then why don't you go find Asheng?
【Ding, Lin Yusheng's strength is as formidable as the Host's, but his personality has flaws, which is why this system did not choose him but chose you. Please rest assured, this system aims to train you to become the strongest in the badminton world and to cultivate you into a qualified leader. Please trust the system's capabilities】
Alright, alright, I trust you.
Lin Qumu ended his mental communication with the system, his eyes a bit dazed, followed by a surging fighting spirit.
Come on, spur me on!
Lin Yusheng looked at Lin Qumu, a bit strange. What? Is he really mentally unstable after the Seven-Seven?
Coach Zhang Jun didn't notice anything unusual. He introduced the two people accompanying him: "These two are engineers from YY, and they've brought their full range of rackets for you to choose from."
The two smiled and greeted Shuang Lin. They opened the racket bags, and what met their eyes were three compartments full of rackets.
"Once you enter the National Team, you can't choose other brands of rackets, unless..." Coach Zhang Jun didn't finish, but the two knew what he was going to say.
Even strong players like Lin Dan and Chen Long, the former signed with YY, the latter with Ningingzi, their rackets are not restricted by the National Team because their rackets are specially provided by the brand and perfectly match their technical characteristics.
Of course, Shuang Lin also saw the Old Tofu in the racket bag. This is a YY power series racket whose fame is no less than the erjiefu (second brother-in-law), because it's the racket of the badminton GOAT, Lin Dan!
"Try them, the strings are ready too."
Lin Yusheng immediately walked towards a racket bag and carefully selected. Lin Qumu was just about to take out the Astrox 88D Pro, but the system spoke: 【Now releasing task: Please Host choose the 3U erjiefu (second brother-in-law), string with 80 line, 32 pounds】
Lin Qumu froze, already arguing with the system in his mind.
【System, the erjiefu (second brother-in-law)? And a 3U one? You really think highly of me. I can't play with that!】
【Ding, Host please do not underestimate yourself, the system believes in the Host】
【You believe me, but I don't believe myself! I know my own style, you're not helping me, you're harming me! I can play offensively but offense in my game is a continuous means, when it comes to real attacking, I'm far from it!】
【Ding, with this system here, please Host rest assured】
【You...】
【Ding, if the Host completes the task, reward: one 2008 Capital Olympics Violent Lin Dan Experience Card】
【Actually, I think it's not a big deal to change one's style.】
Lin Qumu paused, then immediately grabbed the erjiefu (second brother-in-law), took out the 80 line, and handed it to the engineer: "32 pounds, cross stringing, thank you."
The engineer was surprised. The erjiefu (second brother-in-law) is an ultimate offensive racket, one of those with an extremely stiff shaft, and because this racket is head-heavy, it's not conducive to defense. Only Datuk could consistently play with the erjiefu (second brother-in-law), even He Bingjiao switched to another racket after a year.
"Not choosing any others? You also chose the 3U one."
The engineer kindly reminded him.
"No, I'll play with this first, if it's not suitable, I'll just change it."
"Alright."
The engineer took the racket to string it. Lin Yusheng, after careful consideration, took out the Astrox 100ZZ, which is also a versatile racket, favored by both doubles and singles players. Examples include men's singles Viktor Axelsen, Shi Yuqi, Li Shifeng, women's singles Akane Yamaguchi, and doubles players Liu Ou, and Hoki Takuro of the 'Nanny' pair, among others.
"Coach Zhang Jun, can I choose another racket?" Lin Qumu suddenly asked.
The system also spoke in Lin Qumu's mind:
【Ding, detected Host requesting to choose another racket, but it is not against the rules, allowing Host to choose another one】
Lin Qumu secretly breathed a sigh of relief, good, there's a backup option.
The engineer who had just rushed back and Coach Zhang Jun were surprised.
"In principle, there's no problem, but two rackets will give you different feelings. Are you sure you still need to choose another one?" Coach Zhang Jun said. The engineer also nodded in agreement.
"Yes, I'm sure."
"Alright, choose."
Lin Qumu quickly picked out another racket. Coach Zhang Jun looked closely, but the engineer spoke first: "Double Edge 10?!"
Double Edge 10 was a racket YY launched for Datuk. It was also the first racket to integrate two frame types: an aero frame for backhand and a box frame for forehand. Of course, a weakness of this racket was that it was hard to distinguish between forehand and backhand just by the paintwork; sometimes it would flip around while playing. Moreover, this racket is a balanced racket, taking a different path from the erjiefu (second brother-in-law) that Lin Qumu had just chosen.
Lin Qumu took out 95 line: "33 pounds, cross stringing, thank you."
The engineer took it and ran to string it again. Lin Yusheng chose the 65Pro line, a newly launched YY string that combines durability and elasticity, which Lin Yusheng felt was very suitable for him.
"Now that the rackets are chosen, next is choosing other rackets. It's like this, we need to film your racket selection video, just like this, pretending to choose for a while then selecting the rackets you've chosen."
The two had seen plenty of these videos and knew how to film them.
"Alright, get ready." Coach Zhang Jun said. The two took out some more rackets and strings, mixing and matching them casually, as these rackets would eventually be used by the next person or for experiments.
The video shoot went smoothly.
Lin Qumu held the racket bag embroidered with his name, opened it, and the colorful rackets inside were dazzling. Lin Qumu spoke to the camera: "Hello everyone, I'm the newcomer Lin Qumu, and right now I'm choosing the most suitable racket for me. Let's see which racket fits me best?"
Lin Qumu took out the rackets and tried them one by one. In order, they were: Astrox 99 Pro, Astrox 88D Pro, Astrox 77 Pro, erjiefu (second brother-in-law), Old Tofu, Party Secretary, Double Edge 10.
Suddenly, as if he had discovered a treasure, he picked up the erjiefu (second brother-in-law).
"Hey? Friends, I found this racket quite suitable for me. Let's give it a try."
The scene shifted, Lin Qumu stood on the court, opposite him was Coach Zhang Jun, who was pulled in as a supporting actor. He tossed the shuttlecock high, Lin Qumu shuffled, jumped, and smashed. The sound of the smash was crisp and pleasant, and Lin Qumu's smashing motion was fluid and elegant, like a textbook example.
After smashing several times in a row, Lin Qumu, a little breathless, spoke to the camera: "Not bad, friends. Phew, let me catch my breath. The smash test went well, let's continue."
Then came high clears, flat clears, backhands, and net shots. After three minutes of five-speed training, Lin Qumu was drenched in sweat, but his eyes shone as he said: "Friends, I'll choose this racket. As you can see, and you know its nickname: erjiefu (second brother-in-law). I've made my choice, so, what about you?"
Lin Yusheng's video was pretty much the same as Lin Qumu's, even the concluding remarks were identical, which was also YY's requirement.
After filming, Lin Qumu tried out the Double Edge 10 again. The two rackets gave him completely different feelings.
The erjiefu (second brother-in-law) was like a raging beast; it was untamed and bowed to no one. It would tear opponents to shreds, but if the user was even slightly careless, the user would also be consumed by this ferocious beast. That's why it's said that beginners shouldn't choose the erjiefu (second brother-in-law), especially a 30-pound 3U erjiefu (second brother-in-law), because the pressure on the wrist is too great.
And the Double Edge 10 was his most loyal partner. It accompanied Lin Qumu in defending against the opponent's attacks and could seize opportunities when the opponent was careless. Its smash was not as powerful as the erjiefu (second brother-in-law), but its other aspects were superior to the erjiefu (second brother-in-law).
Of course, Lin Qumu definitely wouldn't believe the system had no hidden agenda. The fact that the erjiefu (second brother-in-law) didn't suit his playstyle was undeniable, but since the system could offer a Violent Lin Dan Experience Card as a reward, there must be a reason for the system to do so.
Fortunately, he chose a fallback, and fortunately, the system didn't say this action was against the rules, otherwise Lin Qumu would have been in real danger.
【Ding, detected Host completed the task, but uncontrollable system factors appeared, reward discounted, rewarding Host with one Violent Lin Dan Experience Card, time shortened to forty-five minutes】
【What the heck? How long was it originally?】
【Ding, one hour】
【What the f*ck? You're telling me now?】
【Ding, Host didn't ask】
【You dog!】
【Ding, detected Host disrespecting the system, punishment by electric shock】
Lin Qumu groaned, falling to the ground, scaring Lin Yusheng and Coach Zhang Jun, who quickly rushed over.
"It hurts!" Lin Qumu rubbed the back of his head.
"Nonsense, how can it not hurt when you hit your head directly on the ground; hurry to the infirmary to get it checked!" Coach Zhang Jun, without another word, directly pulled Lin Qumu up. Don't underestimate Coach Zhang Jun's current plump appearance; back then, Zhang Jun's 'Zhang One-Board' was no joke, no one dared to say they had more strength than Zhang Jun.
"Coach Zhang, I think I'm fine." The system's electric shock wasn't extremely painful, but it easily made him lose his balance. If the system made him groan and fall down in broad daylight, wouldn't that be a social death scene?
"You're ruthless!" Lin Qumu gritted his teeth, muttering to himself, unheard by anyone.
【Ding, thank you Host for the praise】
【Shut up!】
Coach Zhang Jun half-believingly released Lin Qumu. Seeing Lin Qumu hopping around as if uninjured, he believed him somewhat. He instructed Lin Qumu to go to the infirmary immediately if he felt any discomfort, then left with the engineers.
Shuang Lin exchanged glances, then tacitly walked towards the court.
With new rackets, let's play a game!
