The morning sun, peeking through the gaps in the curtains, shone on Lin Feng's face. He slowly opened his eyes to the familiar and cozy room, the place where he had grown up. Today, he would leave this home and embark on a new journey.
Lin Feng quietly got out of bed and walked to the window. He pulled back the curtains, looking at the scenery outside. Everything was so familiar, yet it was about to become a thing of the past.
Suddenly, there was a knock on the door. He opened it to see his mother standing outside, a kind smile on her face.
"Are you ready?" his mother asked softly.
Lin Feng nodded, "Yes, I'm ready."
The two walked into the living room and sat on the sofa. His mother handed Lin Feng a cup of hot tea, warming his hands.
"I know you've always dreamed of going to a bigger stage, to pursue your football dream," his mother said gently. "I'm proud of you, but I'm also worried you might get hurt."
Lin Feng squeezed his mother's hand, "I know, I'll be careful."
His mother gently patted the back of his hand, "No matter where you go, no matter what kind of person you become, you will always be my son, and I will always support you."
Lin Feng felt his eyes welling up. He lowered his head, not wanting his mother to see his tears.
"I'm leaving," Lin Feng stood up, knowing he had to go.
His mother also stood up and gently hugged him, "No matter what difficulties you encounter, remember to come home."
Lin Feng walked out of the house, knowing this was a new beginning. But he also understood that no matter how far he went, his mother's embrace would always be his safe harbor.
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Stepping onto the train bound for Villarreal, Lin Fengwas surprised to find that he could enter a star player template system in his consciousness. Here, he could see his growth progress and some of his basic attributes.
Name: Lin Feng
Gender: Male
Age: 20 years old
Height: 191cm
Strength: 69/100
Speed: 62/100
Tackling: 65/100
Interception: 68/100
Other values will be unlocked after gaining more growth points.
In the system, Lin Feng could not only see his own information but also the ultimate values for Nesta as a template.
Strength: 93/100
Speed: 89/100
Tackling: 97/100
Interception: 99/100
It was clear how terrifying Nesta's defensive values were, and the current Lin Feng still had a considerable gap to reach Nesta's ultimate form.
"No matter what, I will work hard to get closer to these values and grow into a truly independent player as soon as possible," Lin Feng secretly encouraged himself in his heart.
Villarreal is a beautiful coastal city located in the south of Spain, surrounded by the azure sea and rolling mountains. The city enjoys a pleasant climate and rich cultural heritage, making it one of Spain's famous tourist destinations.
The city center is a historic old town with many ancient buildings and streets. The houses here are typically built of stone, brightly colored, and highly artistic. Strolling through the streets of the old town, one can feel the city's historical depth and unique cultural atmosphere.
Lin Feng, who had always lived in Manchester United, walked the streets of Villarreal, dazzled by the colorful stone buildings. Soon after, he arrived at Villarreal's training ground to report to Head CoachRivaldo.
When Lin Feng arrived at Villarreal's training base, the sky was a faint blue, and the sun had just risen, casting a soft glow. On the training base's lawn, players had already begun their morning practice, their figures appearing particularly agile in the morning sun.
Lin Feng walked into the base, feeling a vibrant atmosphere. He followed the path to Head CoachRivaldo's office, feeling both nervous and excited.
He gently knocked on the door and heard Rivaldo's deep voice, "Come in."
Lin Feng pushed open the door and saw Rivaldositting at his desk, organizing files. He walked over and shook hands with Rivaldo, "Hello, Head Coach."
Rivaldo looked up, smiling at Lin Feng, "Welcome to Villarreal, Lin Feng. This is your new beginning, and I hope you can succeed here."
Lin Feng felt Rivaldo's enthusiasm and trust, which further strengthened his choice, "Thank you very much for giving me this opportunity, Head Coach. I will do my best to achieve better results."
"First, go get your jersey. Although you've just joined the team, I still need to conduct a more detailed evaluation of you in the upcoming training sessions. At the same time, I have convinced the club to offer you your first professional contract. Although the salary isn't high, it's enough for you to get a foothold here," Rivaldo handed Lin Feng a professional player contract.
Lin Feng took the contract handed to him by Rivaldo, his eyes shining with firm determination. He clearly knew that this contract not only represented an opportunity but also a heavy responsibility.
He carefully read every clause on the contract, his gaze finally resting on the salary section. He knew that salary was not the only measure of a player's value, but he also understood that for many, financial income was a very important aspect.
"What do you think of the salary in this contract?" Rivaldo asked calmly.
Lin Feng looked up at Rivaldo, "Salary is not my biggest concern, Mr. Rivaldo. I came here to pursue a higher level of football and a broader stage. I believe that as long as I work hard, there will be better opportunities and higher salaries in the future."
Rivaldo smiled with satisfaction after hearing this, "I'm glad to hear you say that, Lin Feng. Your attitude makes me believe that you are a player with vision and determination."
And so, Lin Feng signed a three-year contract with Villarreal. For the next three years, he would play for the Yellow Submarine.
Lin Feng stepped into Villarreal's training base, feeling a vibrant atmosphere. He received his brand-new training gear, his heart full of anticipation.
He walked through the base's gate towards the training ground. On the training ground, his teammates were engaged in various drills; some were practicing shooting, others were passing while moving.
As Lin Feng walked onto the training ground, his teammates' gazes all turned to him. He felt their curious and expectant looks, knowing this was an opportunity he needed to seize.
He changed into his training gear and walked towards his teammates. One teammate approached him, "Are you new?"
Lin Feng nodded, "Yes, my name is Lin Feng. I just joined the team."
The teammate smiled kindly, "Welcome to Villarreal, Lin Feng. I hope you succeed here."
Lin Feng felt the warmth and friendliness of his teammate, which further solidified his choice, "Thank you, I'll do my best."
Training began, and Lin Feng fully immersed himself in it. He knew that only through continuous effort and hard work could he earn the trust and respect of his teammates.
On the training ground, Lin Feng's performance caught the attention of his teammates. His defensive skills and speed amazed them, and his tacit agreement with his teammates also made everyone look at him with new respect.
After one training session, the teammates gathered to rest and chat. At this point, a teammate asked about Lin Feng's background and experiences.
Lin Feng briefly introduced his upbringing and his days at Manchester United, and his teammates listened with great interest. They marveled at Lin Feng's football talent and hard work, and they were also full of anticipation for his future.
"Lin Feng, it's great that you came here," a teammate said. "We need players with your strength and fighting spirit."
Lin Feng smiled, "Thank you for your encouragement; I will do my best to contribute to the team."
When Lin Feng looked up, a progress bar appeared above his head, clearly showing "2/100". The system's voice simultaneously sounded in his mind: "New Beginning" achievement completed, gaining one reward point.
Entering the system, Lin Feng found that two more attributes had been unlocked, both related to mental attributes: Composure and Inspiration. Lin Feng's values for these two attributes were 59 and 61, respectively.
It seems I still have a long way to go…