Sean didn't notice that someone was getting emotional; he was excitedly discussing the match with his teammates.
"Hey, buddy, your pass that time had too much lead; even at full sprint, I only grazed the ball with my toe and had no chance to control it..."
"That shot was me being too eager. I got too excited seeing Onana leave the far corner open and only focused on shooting, not noticing Owusu blocking..."
"..."
Winning felt so damn good. Sean, uncharacteristically, chatted animatedly with his teammates.
The substitute players all agreed, occasionally praising Sean.
"Sean, you were incredible today! How did you do it?"
Wang Chengfei managed to get an assist today.
Although it wasn't an official match, it was still worth celebrating.
He now darted over to Sean, talking while still pulling at Sean, looking him over as if trying to see if Sean had undergone some transformation.
"Fei, your assist had good timing, but the landing point was just passable..."
Sean wasn't polite with him. He didn't hide the problems with that assist just because they were friends, discussing it seriously with him.
Wang Chengfei knew his own capabilities; that pass was indeed a mistake. It was only because Sean was so heroic that he got an assist, so he naturally didn't think there was anything wrong with what Sean said and humbly accepted the feedback.
Everyone laughed and chatted, not delaying their body's relaxation.
Sean checked the system in his spare time and felt even happier.
"Innate Ball Sense integration: 82.16%.
Instant Burst integration: 39.19%.
Extreme Speed Footwork integration: 37.14%.
Wild Body integration: 64.17%.
Easy-to-Gain-Weight Physique integration: 100%."
Each integration only increased by a little over one percent. It didn't seem like much, but it was already more than ten times the rate of the system's methodical integration!
Training and matches are so effective!
If he trained extra, would the efficiency be even higher?
At this rate of progress, it would only take about three months to fully integrate everything, right?
One year turned into three months. Given that, it would be embarrassing not to train extra!
Sean's decision to train extra was tested after he picked up his phone.
...
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Nothing else, just a text message from the landlord.
Extra training or keeping the appointment? Sean wrestled with the decision for a while, but still decided to keep the appointment.
Sean first went to the bank to transfer the rent, then calmly went to the appointment.
After all, the landlord's took the initiative to treat (inviting him out) was a bit strange. To avoid being unable to refuse certain troublesome things, it was better not to owe him a favor... "Hi, Sean!"
Andrews enthusiastically greeted Sean. After some small talk, he happily introduced the girl beside him:
"This is Natalia Akhmetova."
Sean had already noticed this blonde girl.
She was, of course, beautiful.
A sweater on top and jeans on the bottom accentuated her curvy figure.
What truly captivated attention, however, was her face; it was the embodiment of cold beauty.
"Natasha, this is Sean Martins."
"Hello." Natalia stood up and shook Sean's hand. Her voice was indeed also on the cooler side.
"Hello!"
After greeting her, Sean sat down, still feeling bewildered.
What was this all about?
The landlord couldn't have been infected by older women, developing a fondness for setting up young people on blind dates, could he?
"Natalia is not just beautiful; she's also a high-achieving Oxford University graduate who was just hired by The Telegraph..."
Andrews spoke non-stop. Sean tried to interrupt several times but couldn't find a chance to interject.
Natalia turned her head slightly and stared at him for a moment. The landlord, who was speaking excitedly, inadvertently met Natalia's gaze, his body instinctively shivered a few times, and he let out two dry laughs before seriously changing the subject:
"Alright, Sean, let's get down to business. Your apartment is a two-bedroom, one-living room. The other bedroom is empty anyway, so how about co-renting with someone else?"
"Hmm? Are you referring to Miss Akhmetova?" Sean glanced at Natalia and asked casually, but two distinctly different emotions surged in his heart.
It doesn't matter; agreeing or not is fine.
No, how can something already decided be changed so casually!
The former was influenced by later generations, feeling it was a trivial matter. He had co-rented before, and it's convenient for others and for oneself. Giving the landlord a favor wouldn't be bad either.
The latter was influenced by his previous self. It had already been agreed to rent alone, so how could it be changed to co-renting before the contract expired?
It's worth noting that in Nordic countries, rules must be followed, at least among the common people.
In some places that require appointments, if you don't have one, even if there are many empty seats, they won't let you in.
How much more so for such a temporary change to a rental contract?
With these two thoughts clashing, Sean's expression became somewhat strange.
Andrews saw this and immediately became anxious, "Yes, it's Natalia."
"Isn't it good to have someone share the rent with you? Starting this month, you'll only need to pay half the rent, oh..."
"If you agree, last month's rent can also be reduced..."
"..."
"I've already paid last month's rent," Sean forcefully interrupted the landlord, "Do you need to see the transfer record?"
"Ah?" Andrews was stunned for a moment, "This..."
"However, I can agree, but there are a few conditions!"
Andrews was overjoyed, "You say, you say."
Natalia's expression also seemed to have a subtle change; she turned to look at Sean.
"First, the public areas, including the living room, kitchen, and bathroom, must be kept clean." Sean held up a finger,
"Second, no bringing people home for parties."
"Third, her own room's hygiene should also be acceptable; at least, odors shouldn't spread to the living room..."
"Wait a minute," Natalia couldn't help but speak up, "Shouldn't these be the conditions I list?"
Her voice was still clear, but there seemed to be an undeniable hint of exasperation.
"So you agree?" Sean didn't answer Natalia's question, but instead asked a rhetorical question.
It seems this one isn't the kind of beautiful-on-the-outside, trash-heap-in-the-dorm weirdo!
Sean turned to look at Andrews, "I agree. Can we eat now?"
Living alone was indeed a bit lonely, and having a beautiful woman to look at was also good.
Andrews paused, then was overjoyed, laughing, "Of course, of course, thank you for your cooperation, Sean, we should eat..."
Sean smiled, "In that case, shouldn't you refund half the rent?"
"Haha, good point, all good points..."
Andrews chuckled and motioned for a large table of dishes to be served.
Sean focused on eating a few pieces of steak and sampled a little seafood.
Natalia had reverted to her ice queen demeanor, simply dining elegantly without speaking.
But because of the talkative Andrews, the atmosphere at the table surprisingly felt quite lively.
After Sean left, Natalia asked doubtfully, "Uncle Andrews, he doesn't seem as introverted and dull as you said?"
"Uh~" Andrews was a bit speechless, "Perhaps after a holiday, he's grown a bit?"
But he's definitely an honest kid, a good person.
I'm a loyal fan of Ajax and have known him for several years; there's absolutely no mistake!
You co-renting with him will definitely not have any safety issues!"
Natalia nodded silently, seemingly accepting his statement.