There was a moment of silence from the audience.

Then, applause and cheers erupted.

In Europe, such confident speeches are more appreciated.

In the highest shrine of world football, only Huang Kaiwen is qualified to speak like this.

Blatter and Pele, sitting next to him, exchanged bitter smiles, then started discussing quietly.

It seemed like they were actually discussing Huang Kaiwen’s suggestion.

Fans watching from their TVs were even more shocked to see such a scene.

One person, among thousands of top players, firmly held the highest honor in football and even suggested that the second place should come up and give a speech.

It was absurdly bold.

But even those fans who didn’t like Huang Kaiwen couldn’t refute his words.

Zhang said happily: "Let me tell you some good news, Huang Kaiwen received 76.94% of the votes in this selection, which ought to be the highest voting percentage in the history of the Ballon d’Or and Mr. World Football, so it’s fair to say Huang Kaiwen truly deserves this award!"

That night.

Almost all media websites mentioned this point.

How terrifying is a voting percentage over seventy percent?

In past years, the highest percentage for a player was around thirty to forty percent, and Huang Kaiwen’s own voting percentage was higher than the combined total of the top three in the year Sheva won!

A few days later.

The UEFA Champions League knockout draw.

Milan’s opponent in the round of sixteen is Messi’s former club Barcelona.

On top of that, Milan’s next opponent is Inter Milan.

It’s as if the center of the whole of Europe was in Milan City, with reporters frantically chasing every Milan player, even the staff.

A single tip from a gatekeeper could hit the front page.

Finally, the date arrived: January 15th.

San Siro Stadium press room.

Huang Kaiwen sat next to Guardiola.

While next to Sannetti was Ranieri.

Reporters, who had been holding back for so long, completely ignored the San Siro Stadium press officer’s reminders and couldn’t wait to start asking questions.

"Claudio, will Inter Milan focus on defense today?"

"Will Messi make his debut today, Pep?"

"Mr. Guardiola, will Kevin start today?"

"You’re going up against Barcelona in the Champions League next, right after you just poached Messi. What are your thoughts on this?"

"Kevin, will you withdraw from the Ballon d’Or selection?"

At the mention of the Ballon d’Or, Huang Kaiwen remembered he should intercept a trait from the Messi King.

But after poaching the Messi King so many times, it’s probably all used up.

Ranieri was the first to speak: "Playing AC Milan is always tough, but we won’t change our playing style; we’ll follow our tactics."

"Is there anyone specifically tasked with marking Messi or Kevin?"

The reporters pressed.

"I won’t discuss tactics now."

Ranieri shook his head and said.

Guardiola quickly added: "Starting lineup and tactics are related, so I also won’t discuss tactics now."

"Pep, was poaching Messi your idea?"

A reporter asked.

Guardiola immediately responded: "Messi is an excellent player, our scouts, the club’s top management, and I all thought he suited Milan, so here he is."

Guardiola had anticipated this question.

So he answered with ease.

"Who made the final decision then?"

The reporter pressed on.

Guardiola smiled and said: "I don’t have the authority to sign off on a 200 million Euro transfer, as long as you understand that."

"Kevin, will there be a clash with Messi in terms of positioning?"

A reporter asked.

Huang Kaiwen rolled his eyes and said: "Before asking such questions, check out the match replays; I play on the left, he plays on the right. Where’s the possibility of our positions clashing?"

Many reporters laughed along.

Such a question was too unprofessional.

Guardiola waved and said: "That will conclude the press conference for today. For both us and Inter Milan, the upcoming match is the most important, and we need to make some preparations."

Ranieri nodded vigorously in agreement.

Playing AC Milan is tough.

More challenging than the match was managing the enthusiasm of the reporters.

He’s been asked about his conflict with Totti hundreds of times already.

The "Corriere dello Sport" could compile their versions into a book.

Luckily, Guardiola was decisive.

Otherwise, the reporters would surely ask about Totti’s issues.

Huang Kaiwen and Guardiola returned to the locker room.

Guardiola looked at Messi, who was sitting beside Kaka, and said: "You’re starting today, playing on the right, no problem, right?"

"What about Kevin?"

Messi asked instinctively.

Guardiola couldn’t help but laugh and said: "Kevin is also starting today, you’ll both be flying down the wings!"