Chapter Two: Three Players Nobody Wanted

“We don't know,” Su said. “But Number One does.” Han set down his wrench. “Only until we get an answer.” Their first practice was a disaster. Zhou changed three of Su's four routes. Su refused to follow unexplained calls. Han needed ice after ten screens. “You don't read the game,” Su told Zhou. “You try to make it obey you.” “A live opening won't wait for your spreadsheet.” “So two years ago you carried everything alone—and lost alone.” Zhou slammed the ball down. Han trapped it under one shoe. “Finished? Nobody wants any of us, so drop the professional pride.” With chalk, he drew a triangle. “I can't move fast, but I can slow defenders. Su can't jump, but her position drags help away. Zhou, seeing an opening doesn't mean you created it alone.