December 24th, Christmas Eve has arrived.
While other players packed their gear and prepared to go out for festivities, Ma'el remained at the club's training base practicing his crossing.
It's not that he's antisocial; his Skill Level for crossing was just a few points away from upgrading, and he wanted to finish it today before taking a break and having fun.
With one more Level 4 Skill, he'd have more confidence and stronger battle power in the Boxing Day showdown on the 26th.
"We'll head to the barbecue joint first and then come pick you up."
Evans, the team's forward, shook the keys to his Mercedes AMG, waved goodbye to Gilbert, and some other teammates stood by.
They were all trying to persuade Ma'el, hoping he would put football aside on a day like this.
"We'll wait for you."
