Life was meant to be enjoyed to the fullest, and Richard saw no reason to downplay Manchester City's success after winning the championship; doing so would have felt hypocritical.
The Manchester City squad had every right to celebrate this victory—though Richard insisted it remain a controlled celebration. Still, on the night of their League Cup triumph, the team went wild at Ric Turner's bar, mingling with neighbors and strangers alike over drinks and dancing.
The next morning, back at his office, Richard turned on the TV and began flicking through the newspaper headlines. Naturally, he was most interested in the football coverage.
