The time has come to November.
It's only about a month until Christmas, which in the West is akin to the Chinese Spring Festival, a grand holiday.
"We are playing against Valencia tonight." Marcelo chattered incessantly beside Chen Zhong, his eyes sparkling with gossip: "The boss seems to be in a bad mood today."
Higuain lifted his head, while other players nearby leaned in a bit. Marcelo smacked his lips and whispered, "It seems to be because of Calderon."
The current president of Real Madrid is Calderon. He recently made a wish at a private gathering with friends: If the team can clinch the La Liga, Champions League, and King's Cup titles this season, he would give his beard a "Grand Slam," growing it until it reaches the bushy level of Santa's beard.
As for why the private gathering conversations were leaked, that's up to individual interpretation.
