Once Luke was approached, he shook his head and took a drink.

One thing, you'll see, is that if we lose it wasn't because we didn't try.  It's because the other team found our weakness and ran off with it.  One thing you can rely on, us players don't give up, and Coach Sim doesn't give up on us either.  If he sees us questioning ourselves, the next play he throws us in we prove to our own self why we are here.

He took a drink of coke.  If we lose, its because we didn't come to play.  I don't see that for at least another year or two...if ever.

Ricky had remained quiet and when he was approached he kept it simple.

Watch and see! is all he said and walked away.

In reply to Benedict Hope. (msg # 957):

Lu-Ti made a brief, but quirky comment as a testament to her devotion to the Amotas.

She gave Ben a nod and motions towards the dance floor before they ate anything heavy.

In reply to Rising Son (msg # 960):

Celeste looked at Lane and shook her head.

Nope, she said.  I'm here for the long haul.  There's a reason why those who are selfish don't last long here in J-ville.  A pretty face is only pretty for so long before it becomes tarnished.  I might not be Ms America, but I've got a heart of gold as big as Fort Knox.

She puts her hand on Adams shoulder.  Plus, I'm his biggest fan.

LuTi shook her head either. This is my home.  No way.

Ben grinned.

"You want to dance? OK. I'll try not to trample too many of your toes."

Ben was actually quite good at dancing for a big lad!

George walked in just as the dragon dance was calming. He'd gotten stuck in the crowd leaving the game, and was delayed arriving at the Rising Son. Once the dance was done, he approached Yuto, not having spoken to him since accepting the job offer. "Well done, Amota-sama. I'd read about the team's high flying offense, but 88 points in a game? Incredible. I look forward to helping keep the opponent's score down though."

  Yuto smiled,..Yes... it is most pleasing to see our  team function the way  Coach Sims had  envisoned, Father is Most Happy bas well...

  He motions with his arm, He is spoeaking with the Owners of the Chargers now, as well as Ben and Adam, They came here to try and do business with us? But as GM i feel  the trades would not  be, at all, a good thing  for our team.

George asks a passing waitress for a beer, and take a long sip when it is delivered, "I'd be curious what they would try to offer? It seems that we have all the pieces we need. Anyways, cheers to the game today, and years of success ahead!" He offers his glass for a knock with Yuto's.

  He  Clinks  his  vodka on ice and smiles,..you shouyld go se?... it is amazing  what some folks will give away..to get something  new?

 One of the Dragonettes Grabs Yuto, Mr Yuto... they want to start the singing contest!

 he  smiles,Pardon me, Coach..duty calls.. I see Coach Sims  has   entered from the dinning  area..

 Coach Simms  and his wife   , indeed  entered,  Approaching   Mr Amota  and the  others.. A Bow to  the owner, and a Handshake to  San Diego's  people.

 ..So?  Ed?  Who you trying to steal this  time around?  he  was laughing.

 Tried to get these  two..would have been happy with one, But it seems   niether  Mr Amota , nor the players  are interested!

"I think you would have to kidnap me to get me away from the Dragons!" Ben grinned.

   The  Amota's  and  Charger Owner leave.

  Sims   and His wife move across the floor. to an empty booth, waving at players  and  fans alike.

 Bronk smiles at Cel, ..how about  1 dance and  we  sit back and watch  form a while?

Ben held out a hand to Lu-Ti.

"You wanted to dance, dear?"

In reply to Rising Son (msg # 971):

Celeste takes his hand wnd nearly pulls Adam out to the floor.  It isn't often he's the one asking to dance.

Once on the floor she looks at him amd smiles innocently.  "I had to make it look forced you know.  Your rep and all."

  There was a bit of a Chuckle. As they danced.

  Miles  and his wife  were on the Floor  as well, Sloan and his  wife   were just sitting back down after the last Fast dance.

 ..looks  like tha  party  is going to be going on a while, we have meetings  at 6:30  in the Receiver room and I have to sit in on the QB  meeting.... Going to  be a full day of class and films, with some filed  work after  lunch...

LuTi nodded at Ben.

Oh, yes, lets do.  She said.  Her approach was a bit more ladylike.

Ben led Lu-Ti out onto the dance floor without further ado. He wasn't much of a dance fan, but he made a fair fist of it and avoided stepping on her toes or losing the rhythm of the music.

In reply to Rising Son (msg # 974):

Celeste enjoyed the closeness.  So your saying you want to cut the evening short?  Go back to the nest and watch some DVDs?

Her tone was none altogether condescending, more so encouraging, understanding.

  maybe? Still need to get something to  eat...then we can slip out , after making sure yuto knows.

  Smokey was  walking around with a  drink and his surfer shirt and seashell necklace, he was  having a good time.

  The  big DT , Kane, was dancing with a rather shirt Fan, while her  friends  took  cell pics

I'm ready for some grub as soon as you are, she said.  I'm just enjoying the moment while it lasts.

She takes a finger and moves his attention from the other guys to her.  Can't blame me for enjoying the moment.

You say go, I follow, she said.  That's been my trade mark since I got here.

   Bronk Catches Yuto's  eye and points to the Dinning  section, Yuto nods   and waves him Off.

   passing  back through the entrance into the hall way, They see Santo looking  at the pictures in the  hall of   Bronk throwing to Yuto  in the DIII Title game.

 Santo and his  date, a Pretty block  girl who is dressed tasteful , yet alluring. Turn as they see   Bronk...you got it made ..don't ya?... DIII hero for our new Owner, and college Buddies  with the  GM?

 Bronk smiled, a bit surprised,  and says,..yep.. earned  every  snap i took..started at the bottom, scout  team... made some plays, got some snaps..then more snaps..then more..then started... then threw when the  1st teamers from  the big Quad A schools  couldn't cut it, or got hurt....

 ..you tryin' to tell me..that you being buddies..had nothing to do with you being here?

 Bronk started to laugh, but the laugh faded when he saw  how serious Santos was..The Girl looked at Celeste a bit embarrassed...what?..are you a  dick?.. it had everything   to do with me being here?..they know what i could do..Yuto knows  my work ethic..and Sims  knows  wwhat i can do, from playing against him, as well as for him...

..I wnet to  Texas A &M... iI was  all city in highschool..all state my senior  year.....and i get booed on sundays..even our own fans   use the  Chant...

 ..well?  It is  kinda  catchy..SANNNTTT toast!

  The DB  took a Step  towards him, But back , back up,..its not  funny Bronk...

 ..well..let me tell you this? I remember a Guy who got on my case in camp... bragging about how good he was..how fast he was...didn't matter to him, that i was  some little WR from some Little  school... then?.. the  guy with the big mouth got smoked.... but you know what the difference is?  I know  people thinbk i'm not good, because of  my size, and the size of my school..but ..that just makes me play harder...meaner...I used to play DB as well..You can bet , i never got  beat like  that... so it comes  down to this.. shut your mouth, and work your ass off?... or shoot your mouth off and have your ass handed to you each week.... But Santos? I'll warn you now...Sims  won't  keep being nice....

 ..now?.. take this   pretty lady in and get something to eat... i think you had enough to drink, for a while...

 Santos whacked away  Bronk's Hand and the   pair went into the dinning room.

 ..Jets  got this guy name  Jeffery?... The guys been in the elague for  5 years..damn good hands.. and damn good speed..Santos , might be cut  before halftime...

 He leads  Celeste into the dining room, making sure the waitress sits them away from Santos

Celeste stayed by Bronk's side, but didn't back down when the girl was questioning Bronk's abilities.  He knew where he stood and his capabilities.  Santos on the other hand, was all mouth and little action.  Guess he started to need a woman to be his mouth.

She was not disrespectful, but did give the girl a cautious look.

When they had seated, she took Adam's hand.  Some just don't get it, she said.  Santos is one of them.

  ..he watched  too much   Football, and not enough Films... shooting off your mouth doesn't make you good..it makes you a target...  Then he winks at her,

 ..i'm already a target, so i can shoot my mouth off.. if  i screw up?..i was supposed to..if i do good... i..'over came' the odds..

 He snorts  as he looks over the menu,too many guys get in this league, because  a bunch of drunk scouts  trade some notes while  looking to get laid...There are 1000s of guys out there, just like me.. who can play this game , with out being a dork..

 The waitress  smiled   as he looked up at her,..I'm sorry... i didn't see you there... I'll have  the Penne with green pepper sauce?... and  a milkshake please?

Celeste couldn't help but chuckle at Adam's remarks about himself if he failed or over came the odds.

When the waitress came, Adam placed his order and Celeste followed.  House salad and burger, add bacon.  A Chocolate shake, no cherry.

Once the waitress had taken it and it was just her and Adam she leaned forward.

Whether he's a target or not, his arrogance is going to get him in a world of trouble that he'll least expect.  Such as some of these women he keeps picking up, one's going to land him an heir that he'll not know about or suspect and bam!  THere goes his life.  You know the type.

   Adma shrugged... ..That goe s with the  whole..'stupid stuff'..if  people just cut out  doing stupid  stuff..the world  would be way way  better!...There was a Jest DB when i was little?.. supposed to have  9 kids  to 6 different  women? Then he whines about not having enough money?... shakes his head.

  I hear the Jets cheerleaders are pretty easy to get along with? You talk to any of the yet?

Celeste shook her head.  No, not yet, she said.  I'm sure we will sooner or later.