She Outshines Them All (Athena and Matthew)

Chapter 160 Athena drove slowly before asking, "Alaric. I heard that you participated in the National Basketball Tearn's draft training camp and selection event. How did it go?"

Her family had mentioned that Alaric was a basketball athlete with a national first-level athlete certification. He scored above the second-tier line on the SAT, gaining admission to the West End University of Technology, located next to Kitmore University. Although the West End University of Technology was not as prestigious as Kitmore University, it was still a member of the Top Universities Program. It placed a strong emphasis on sports, with its basketball team being the best among the national college basketball teams. Just two months ago, in the finals of the National College Basketball League, the University of Technology's basketball teamn made history by winning their first-ever championship, defeating the reigning powerhouse, Dichester University, by a narrow 2-point margin. Dichester even had players from the national team, making the win even more impressive. Those 2 points were scored by Alaric, in a buzzer-beater at the last moment.

This achievement also helped Alaric pass the selection process and become a member of the national team's draft training

camp. Alaric smiled shyly and said, "It went pretty well. The draft trainees are split into two teams, and each team plays clubs from the National Professional Basketball League, making it easier for the clubs to scout players." against

"My team performed well, and a few clubs have already contacted me, hoping 1'll join them," Alaric added. "However, my goal is to join the top club in the West End, but their standards are very high. After the school year starts. West End will send substitute players to compete against our school's basketball team to assess my performance. This is my chance to catch their attention."

Hearing this. Athena realized that it was already the end of August, and the university would start in just a few days.

She freed one hand and made a fist, cheering, "Go for it, Alaric! You must have heard from your family that I have a good eye for talent and have never chosen the wrong person. I'm sure you can do it."

She

wasn't just saying it to flatter him.

she had observed Alaric's height, physique, muscle development, and reaction speed, knowing he trained very well and had excellent athletic abilities. Considering his achievements from childhood to now, she believed he would be just fine. Not to mention, just watching how Alaric rushed down the stairs from the second floor with such speed and stability was impressive.

Instead, she

Alaric smiled and rubbed his neck, saying, "Hearing you say that makes me feel more confident,"

he was confident in himself, which matched

was the refreshing morning breeze of summer, then Alaric was the vibrant sunshine

the day of your competition, I will be there

whole demeanor shining like a little sun. "I will definitely win the

Athena smiled. "Okay."

laughed, the two of them arrived at the intersection in front of the

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the side of the road and led Alaric into quaint, tranquil alley paved with blue stone

300 feet, they saw a plaque hanging on the

the bright red door, the two felt as if they had arrived not at a restaurant, but at

and new. It lacked the typical dampness and decay of an old house but retained a sense of ancient charm, the weight of history, and the depth that

The The

no one to greet them. A sign hung on the door that read, "Please push the door to

door was a simple courtyard-style

they found an entrance hall leading into a

and the natural aroma of cashews spread throughout the area, prompting people to exclaim, "So pure!" On either side of the courtyard were dining areas. The first floor featured an open public restaurant, while the second floor housed private rooms. On both sides of the entrance hall, there were newly built blue stone paths over 3 feet wide, leading to the restaurants on either side of the courtyard. These paths had roofs above them, and along the courtyard side, there were bamboo plants over 3 feet tall. When guests arrived, they The main hall on the fire could enter the restaurant through the paths on either side without being seen, ensuring a high level of privacy. floor, facing the entrance, was converted into an open kitchen, while the second floor served as a storage room.

could

dishes, and what cooking utensils

kitch ingredients,