### Deadly Seduction Bet
In the two months since the start of the new season, New Manchester United's record has been very good. After all, they are composed of a group of players from high-level leagues. In addition, Steve Bruce's ability to shape the team is indeed impressive, turning New Manchester United into a fighting team.
In these two months, they played 9 league games in total. New Manchester United won all 9 games, accumulating 27 points. They ranked first in the Northwest Division B League, 6 points ahead of the second place. In these 9 games, New Manchester United scored a total of 35 goals but conceded only 5, leading both offensively and defensively in the Northwest Division B League.
However, in the next two league games, New Manchester United surprisingly faced a two-game losing streak.
First, they lost to St Helens 0:1 at home, and then lost to Newcastle 2:3 on the road. Both games were very hard-fought. Despite the team's efforts, they could not recover from the defeats.
As the reporter for the Manchester Evening News covering New Manchester United, Scarlett hit hard on New Manchester United's two-game losing streak. She believed that a team consisting of only 19 players competing in the FA Cup and the Northwest Division Challenger Cup while also playing in the league was a miscalculation by the club's leadership.
She criticized the New Manchester United club in her report, stating that the young Levi was too greedy and over-ambitious, which affected the club's record. She also believed that as New Manchester United entered the FA Cup knockout stages and the second round of the Northwest Challenger Cup, the situation of competing on three fronts would continue. At that time, New Manchester United's record in the Northwest Division B would be affected.
However, unlike Scarlett's criticism of Levi, the situation inside New Manchester United was not as negative.
"I reminded you early, Levi, women can't be offended, especially journalists!" Walsh opened the edition of the Manchester Evening News containing Scarlett's criticism of Levi and laughed proudly.
"Sorry, Levi ..." Bruce apologized.
"Well, Steve, it's none of your business. This is my personal grudge with that girl!" Levi was also angry.
The team lost two games in a row, and he was already upset. He did not expect to be criticized by Scarlett, which made him even angrier.
"Actually, I should have considered that amateur players do not have enough physical support to manage third-line operations." Bruce said with some regret.
This is why so many teams, despite their outstanding strength, have never been able to complete the triple crown. Competing on three fronts requires not only a well-staffed team but also the spirit, will, and physical fitness of everyone in the team. This is the biggest test.
Only by fully utilizing the potential of each player can a team achieve the triple crown.
As for New Manchester United, there is no chance of winning the FA Cup. The Northwest Challenger Cup is hopeful, and there is also the goal of securing an upgrade qualification for the Northwest Division B. Bruce's enthusiasm made him want to prove himself on a bigger stage. He didn't like the second division at all, so he wanted to go further in the FA Cup. At the same time, he aimed for the championship in both the Northwest Challenger Cup and the Northwest Division B League, which led to New Manchester United competing on three fronts.
"Steve, you are the head coach of the team. In terms of the team, I have given you the greatest authority. You can take the lead and do as you wish. I will support you no matter what!" Levi said, consoling Bruce.
"Yes, Steve, we all support you!" Walsh also stated.
"Relax, I know what to do!" Bruce looked strong and capable of withstanding the pressure.
But Levi had his own grudges to deal with!
"Hey, honest reporter lady!" Levi knocked on the door of Scarlett's house.
"What are you doing? Your home is downstairs!" Scarlett asked bluntly.
Levi looked into the room with a smile, like a husband who came to catch his wife in the act. After ensuring no one else was there, he said, "I'm here to get revenge, Miss Journalist!"
"I said, my name is Scarlett Elland!" Scarlett looked very angry. "What do you want?"
"I should ask you, what do you want, Miss Reporter!" Levi emphasized her title stubbornly.
Scarlett wrapped her arms around her chest. The creamy white pajamas highlighted her tall, beautiful figure. Standing there, she had a unique charm, definitely a rare beauty.
It's a pity she's a barbed rose!
"Well, I have to confess. Obviously, we are resentful, aren't we?" Levi shrugged indifferently.
"Yes!" Scarlett replied indifferently.
Levi laughed. "Well, I think it's boring to attack me in the newspaper and for me to ridicule you. Why don't we raise a bet?"
"Okay, you say!" Scarlett wasn't afraid at all.
"I bet our team will win the Northwest Division B title this year!"
Scarlett sneered, "I still bet Manchester City will not be able to advance to the Premier League this year!"
Levi was taken aback. Given Manchester City's terrible performance, relegation was a more likely outcome than promotion.
"Plus a Northwestern League Challenger Cup Final Four!" Levi felt the woman's arrogance was too much and wanted to put her in her place.
"I add the top three of Manchester United this year!" Scarlett retorted.
Levi felt he had truly underestimated her. Why was this woman so ingenious?
"Then I'll add the FA Cup race, so you feel satisfied?" Levi could not wait to tear the woman in front of him apart.
Scarlett thought for a moment, "Yes, let's say, what bet?"
"Since I bet so big, the bet naturally cannot be small. Whoever loses must promise to do one thing for the winner, anything!" Levi deliberately laughed and stared at Scarlett's pajama neckline, exposing a large pink area.
Scarlett noticed Levi's gaze clearly. She used her embracing arms to arch her tall chest, but she did not expect this action to be even more seductive.
If this woman weren't so annoying, she would indeed be a rare beauty!
"If you are afraid, then forget it!" Levi shrugged, pretending to be helpless and sighed.
"Who said I'm afraid? Bet on it!" Scarlett agreed as soon as she gritted her teeth.
Levi pointed at her, "This is what you said. But to ensure the interests of both parties, we must first come to a gentleman's agreement. During the effective period of the bet, you can no longer maliciously attack our team's players and head coach in the newspaper. Or even me!"
"Yes, but it doesn't include professional reporting! I will still tell the truth!" Scarlett added.
"Okay!" Levi said with a smile, "I see, you wait to undress!"
Scarlett, never having been teased like this before, flushed with red lips and said, "If you lose, I will make you streak at the city hall!"
Levi laughed suddenly. The woman was very creative, deserving to be a reporter. She suddenly thought of such a hype.
"That's a good idea. I'll consider it when you lose!" After finishing, Levi went downstairs.
Scarlett stared fiercely at Levi's back, turned home, and closed the door forcefully.
Because the bet was only a private agreement, Levi did not let outsiders know. Scarlett was obviously a believer. The report on New Manchester United the next day became clear and pointed out the disadvantages of New Manchester United's third-line operations and the limitations of amateur teams.
What surprised her, however, was that in the next away game, New Manchester United challenged their city brothers Trafford and treated Trafford as Manchester United, showing no mercy.
Jonathan Matten once again performed a hat-trick, Giggs scored twice, and Rich Velence played well. He made three assists before scoring a goal, and Darren Lay on the right side maintained a consistent level, assisting two goals, one of them a direct free kick.
Incidentally, Darren Lyons has contributed 15 assists in 12 league games and scored 5 goals himself, not only being the number one main goalkeeper in New Manchester United but also leading the Northwest Division B League in assists.
Jonathan Matten has made 11 appearances in the league so far, scoring 10 goals, becoming New Manchester United's top scorer this season, and the Northwest Division B's leading scorer.
An 8-0 victory overcame all previous doubts about New Manchester United, and it was also clear that if not for New Manchester United's third-line operations, no team in the Northwest Division B could pose a threat.
In a Northwest Challenger Cup match the following week, New Manchester United met Salford City in Northwest Division A, also a strong team currently ranked third in Group A and likely to qualify for an upgrade.
However, in the game, Salford City failed to prevent New Manchester United from moving forward. With a goal from Giggs, New Manchester United eliminated Salford 1-0 away and entered the next round.
After returning to the home ground, New Manchester United once again achieved a clean 4-1 win. At the same time, due to the rivals' defeat, the gap between the first and second points in the league widened to 7 points.
Although the league is less than halfway, New Manchester United's outstanding performance makes it hard to doubt that the Northwest Division B championship this season is almost assured.
It was precisely because of the two-game losing streak that they then secured two consecutive victories in the league, which allowed Levi to watch the school team match between Messi and Curtis in a good mood.