Morning sunlight filtered softly through Jaeven's window, painting faint golden lines across the room. His body felt heavy — a deep, satisfied exhaustion. The kind that came after victory.
The match against Crema FC was still vivid in his mind — the roar of the crowd, the sting of sweat in his eyes, the explosion of adrenaline when his shot curved into the net.
Then it came — the familiar ding of the system, clear and melodic.
> [Match Result: Virtus Lombardia 2 – 1 Crema FC]
[Performance Rating: 9.1/10]
[Match Contribution: 2 Goals, 1 Key Interception, 1 Dribble Chain]
Moments later, a second golden notification appeared, glowing brighter than usual.
> [Rewards Granted]
• Superstar Skill – "Double Touch Burst (Lionel Messi)"
Description: A lightning-fast two-touch maneuver used to shift balance and explode past defenders.
(Superstar Skills originate from football legends of your previous world. They cannot be replicated or trained by players in this one.)
> • Phase Card – Neymar Jr (Goal vs Villarreal, 2015/16)
Description: One-time activation of Neymar's legendary flick-over-volley finish.
(Usable only during official matches.)
> • Player-Level Skill – Vision Boost (Awareness Enhancement)
Description: Enhances field perception and awareness of teammate movement.
Jaeven blinked, letting the words sink in. His lips curved into a slow smile.
> "Messi's Double Touch… that's unreal."
He remembered that move — the subtle lean, the whisper of motion, defenders freezing before realizing he was gone. Back in his old world, it was magic.
Now, that magic was his.
Then his gaze shifted to the floating Phase Card. He didn't need a replay — the moment was etched into his memory. Neymar's chest control, the heel flick over the defender, the thunderous volley that stunned Villarreal.
> "That one… I'll save for when it truly matters."
The system chimed again.
> [League Table Update]
Virtus Lombardia: 14th → 11th Place (23 Points)
Next Match: Virtus Lombardia vs Livorno (Matchday 20) – 4 Days Remaining.
A smirk tugged at his lips.
> "From 14th to 11th… Not bad. But this is just the beginning."
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Training the next day carried a different energy.
The locker room felt lighter — the kind of light that came after months of struggle. For once, the team wasn't quiet or anxious; laughter bounced off the walls, boots thudded against the floor, and hope hummed through the air.
Coach Rossi's whistle silenced them for a moment.
> "That's the kind of performance I want every week! Passion, focus, teamwork."
Then his sharp gaze landed on Jaeven.
> "Especially you, Han. Keep playing like that, and you'll drag this team up the table yourself."
Laughter and cheers followed.
> "Starboy Han!"
"Save some goals for the rest of us!"
Jaeven just grinned, shaking his head as he tied his boots tighter.
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When training ended, he stayed behind alone.
The field was quiet — the sunset stretching long shadows over the grass.
He set the ball at his feet and took a breath.
Tap left. Tap right. Burst.
The motion was fluid — not mechanical but instinctive. The ball snapped between his feet so smoothly it felt like part of him. His balance didn't falter; his hips shifted perfectly in sync with the motion.
The Double Touch Burst — executed flawlessly.
He stopped, grinning faintly as he exhaled.
> "So this… is what it feels like."
It wasn't just skill — it was synchronization. His body obeyed instantly, without hesitation or lag. The mental and physical connection was tighter than ever.
Then the familiar glow returned.
> [Body Synchronization: +5%]
Current Level: 67% → 72%
Your instincts and body now move with smoother synergy.
He smiled softly, resting his foot on the ball.
> "I'm still far from perfect… but I'm getting closer."
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That night, the Phase Card shimmered faintly in his system space. He watched its faint glow, replaying Neymar's flick and volley in his mind — not through a video, but from memory alone.
He clenched his fist, eyes sharp.
> "When the time comes… I'll use it to create something unforgettable."
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📊 Serie D League Table (After 19 Matches)
Position Team Played Points GD
8 Modena City 19 28 +1
9 Vicenza Calcio 19 26 -2
10 Livorno 19 25 -3
**11 Virtus Lombardia 19 23 0**
12 Crema FC 19 22 -2
13 Lecco United 19 19 -5
14 Monfalcone SC 19 17 -9
15 Rimini Town 19 14 -12
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⚡ Player Stats: Jaeven Moretti Han
Attribute Score Grade Notes
Pace 78 A+ Improved sprint bursts and recovery
Dribbling 81 S– Superstar Skill: Double Touch Burst unlocked
Shooting 76 A Greater precision from Rising Shot practice
Passing 70 B+ Vision Boost improves passing judgment
Vision 72 B+ Enhanced scanning of open lanes
Stamina 74 A Maintains energy deep into 90 minutes
Agility 80 S– Controlled balance and tighter footwork
Defense 66 B Reliable in tracking back and interceptions
Mentality 83 S Calm under pressure; growing confidence
Body Synchronization 72% — +5% improvement from skill integration
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> "Every reward means something — not luck, not magic. It's proof that I'm still growing."