allendalepharm Chapter 1 The Prisoner King
Chapter 1 The Prisoner King
2015 11 Month 22 Day.
Monaco U19 vs Saint-Étienne U19.
Jiang Ming sat in the far corner of the bench, touching his right leg, which was almost rusted.
Two years ago, the original owner, with his Chinese identity and outstanding looks, was recognized by Monaco for his commercial value and successfully passed the trial.
He eventually signed a two-and-a-half-year youth training contract and officially became a member of Monaco's U19 team.
He had a stroke of good luck three months ago.
He transmigrated into the body of "Jiang Ming," who shared the same name.
He originally thought that by transmigrating, he could escape the Chinese-style life.
At the same time, I awakened some kind of heaven-defying football king system, with Messi on the left foot and Ronaldo on the right.
Leading the Chinese team to victory... and qualifying for the World Cup!
Instead of the system coming, he suffered a vicious tackle from an opponent in his first youth team match, which sidelined him for three months until he recovered and returned to the court a few days ago.
"Jiang, is your injury healed?"
The black teenager with a buzz cut next to Jiang Ming tapped his knee.
"Yes, the team doctor checked me out a few days ago, but we still need to be careful about my playing time to avoid getting injured again."
"That's great! You haven't played a match with me since you joined the team. I hope we can play one before I'm promoted to the first team."
These words sounded ordinary, but Jiang Ming grasped the key point: "Kilian, you're going to be on the first team?"
Mbappe held his head in his hands and leaned back on the bench: "There are a lot of injuries in the first team right now, and we're almost short of players."
"The boss put me in the reserve team, ready to play for the first team at any time."
"Otherwise, why would I be sitting on the bench like you now? My playing time is also strictly controlled!"
No sooner had he finished speaking than a sudden change occurred on the field.
Saint-Étienne U19 scored from a corner kick, breaking through Monaco U19's goal.
The score is now 0-1, with the home team Monaco U19 falling behind.
To make matters worse, a Monaco U19 player fell to the ground without contact and appeared to be seriously injured.
"Whoa..."
Discontented boos erupted from the stands.
If it weren't for the team's die-hard local fans, who would come to watch a U19 youth team match?
As a result, not only did their own team fail to break the deadlock, but they also lost a game to the opposing team, so naturally they were not in a good mood.
Hearing the boos, Monaco U19 coach Frederic, standing on the sidelines, pondered for a moment and decided to make a substitution.
Frederick turned his head and looked around the entire bench, finally pausing on Mbappe.
"Kilian, go up and give them a piece of your mind."
Mbappe shrugged, took off his vest, and quickly went to the sidelines to warm up.
"Sigh." Jiang Ming sighed inwardly, wondering if he would still have a chance to play in Monaco.
He had even planned out his escape route after the contract expired.
When I go back to China, I'll tell everyone that I studied abroad!
Shoot short videos and become a football commentator, engaging in lively discussions in a live broadcast room.
When you have free time, chat with the audience about your time in France and reminisce about your youth training days at Monaco.
Just piggyback on my teammate's popularity, and the final line of empty sorrow is enough!
【Ding! 】
A cold, mechanical voice quietly exploded deep within Jiang Ming's mind.
[A strong desire to step onto the court has been detected in the host.]
[The Dragon Field Enlightenment System is activating...]
Jiang Ming was stunned for a few seconds before he came to his senses.
So time travelers really do have systems!
[Ding! Activation complete!]
Suddenly, a non-existent memory appeared in Jiang Ming's mind.
The moment the flood of memories rushed into his mind, he felt as if his limbs were suddenly filled with lead.
You are born with the most intuitive ball control, the most agile dribbling, and the most comprehensive vision!
You started at Grêmio, then moved on to Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona, AC Milan...
[You became a key player for your club, winning the Champions League and reaching the pinnacle of European football.]
You helped the national team win the World Cup, adding your fifth star to the yellow and green jersey.
You are hailed as the "Football Genius" by the world, and they say no one deserves this title more than you.
You have personally won the Ballon d'Or, FIFA World Player of the Year, and been selected for the FIFA World XI Centennial.
Having accomplished all this, you feel content and begin to indulge in debauchery and excessive drinking and sex.
You should have gone even further at the peak of your career, but you chose a different path.
[As you retired, people wondered if you would have become a football legend if you hadn't indulged in alcohol and women.]
Ultimately, at the age of 39, you were imprisoned for passport forgery.
[Late at night, you lie in bed, staring at the white ceiling, silently shedding tears. If you could start over, you would never choose the wrong path.]
A barrage of information flooded his brain, and it took Jiang Ming half a minute to recover.
The most intuitive ball control, the most agile dribbling, the most comprehensive vision...
me?
There's a one in a billion chance that an individual could win the Ballon d'Or and FIFA World Player of the Year awards, while also helping their club win the Champions League.
But isn't it a bit far-fetched to help the national team become the world champions?
It couldn't possibly be him!
"A football prodigy..." Jiang Ming grasped the key point.
There is only one player in the football world who can be called a "football genius".
[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have obtained the template—'Prisoner King Ronaldinho']
"It really is Ronaldinho!"
He recalled that Ronaldinho was granted a free transfer by Fluminense in July of this year, and then his contract was terminated in September.
Now 35 years old, Ronaldinho is in a situation where he has no club to play for.
Ronaldinho didn't retire, he just didn't want anyone.
Just as Jiang Ming's mind was wandering and he was about to ponder the details of the system again...
Frederick's gaze fell back on him once again.
With one player just injured and forced to leave the field, there are very few substitutes left who can fill that position.
It's only the end of November, and the real injury crisis hasn't even arrived yet, but the first team already has six injured players.
Even the U19 team is plagued by injuries and is stretched thin.
"Is this the only Chinese guy left who can be used in the same position?" Frederick frowned to himself.
He vaguely remembered that Jiang Ming also played as an attacking midfielder.
Although players in different positions can still play, they may not achieve the desired effect.
But Jiang Ming has just recovered from his injury and is back in action. Nobody knows whether he can keep up with the intensity of the game.
To go or not to go?
Two thoughts clashed in his mind, and finally, Frederick made a difficult decision.
"Ginger!" Frederick shouted, "You and Killian go on together!"
Jiang Ming, who had been worried about not being able to play, was suddenly given the opportunity and hesitated for a moment before saying, "Boss, my leg has only just healed..."
"Stop talking nonsense, there's no one left on the bench! You should be using matches to recover from your injury!"
Seeing that Frederick had made up his mind, Jiang Ming said nothing more.
Since his own coach didn't mind, he didn't say anything more.
It's a good time to put the newly acquired Ronaldinho template on the field and put it to the test.
[Ding! Quest triggered: Elf Rebirth - Phase 1]
After many years, you have once again been chosen to step onto the green field.
[Faced with this lower-level league match, you decide to use it as a starting point to announce the return of the football prodigy!]
[Mission Objective: Create one goal in this match]
With his Ronaldinho-esque style, wouldn't it be easy for him to score a goal in a U19 youth team match?
"good!"
Jiang Ming suddenly stood up, but his legs went limp like mud, and he almost fell flat on his face on the bench.
"What's going on?"
Did your legs feel weak when you suddenly stood up after sitting on the bench for too long?
He scratched his head, not taking it to heart, and ran to the sidelines to warm up.
After running back and forth along the sidelines twice, Jiang Ming felt a little out of breath, and fine beads of sweat began to appear on his forehead.
Something's not right...
Even though he has just recovered from his injury, he shouldn't be this weak, right?
It felt like my body had been hollowed out.
My kidneys aren't overworked!
Jiang Ming suddenly seemed to have thought of something and opened the system panel.
Name: Jiang Ming
Age: 17
【Height: 177cm】
[Weight: 72kg]
【technology】
Dribbling: 92 (99) Ball control: 90 (97)
Shots on goal: 88 (94) Long shots: 89 (93)
Short passes: 91 (96) Long passes: 87 (92)
【consciousness】
Vision: 95 (97) Collaboration: 91 (92)
Composure: 89 (90) Positioning: 90 (93)
【Body】
Speed: 25 (90) Acceleration: 26 (94)
Agility: 44 (97) Balance: 61 (92)
Endurance: 27 (85) Strength: 28 (84)
Jiang Ming: "..."
He stared at the series of disappointing physical data and fell into deep thought.
Is this the physique a legendary superstar should have?
He's not even a player!
"So the focus of this template isn't actually Ronaldinho..."
"Or is it the King of Prisons?!"