Play As Me

Coach Xu Wei was in the reception area, phone in hand and a cup of tea in the other. He placed the cup of tea down and grabbed his glasses before memorizing the number that Ashley had sent. 

He dialed the number. It was a call to Kai's Grandmother, Bingbing. After the accident, it was his responsibility to ensure everyone involved was updated. 

He waited patiently as the line rang. Then, a stern voice answered. 

"Hello, who is this?" she asked. 

Coach Xu Wei cleared his throat. "Good morning, ma'am. This is Coach Xu Wei, the coach of the Chinese team for the Global Games." 

He heard utensils clanging before the woman responded once more, sounding much friendlier this time. 

"Ah, yes," she said. "I know of you. I've watched every game. Is something the matter, coach? Is my grandson behaving well?" 

He cleared his throat. "He's doing great, better than everyone has expected," he responded. She sighed in relief.