Chapter 34: The System's Return

The early morning sun filtered through the windows of Rahmat's office, casting long shadows over a whiteboard filled with tactics and transfer plans. With Luton Town now 2nd in the Premier League, the summer transfer window was more than an opportunity—it was a necessity. Rahmat's extraordinary rise had put the team on the map, but the challenges of maintaining their position among football's elite loomed large.

Despite his success, Rahmat knew his squad needed reinforcements. As he studied scouting reports, a familiar glowing screen materialized in front of him, its sudden appearance making his heart race.

"Welcome back, Rahmat," the calm, robotic voice of the Dream Manager System greeted him. "You have successfully completed the system's initial test."

Rahmat leaned forward, intrigued. "Initial test? What test are you talking about?"

The screen displayed a breakdown of his achievements: Luton Town's rise to 2nd place in the Premier League, key victories over top teams, his innovative management style, and his strong rapport with players. The message concluded with:

Congratulations on passing the system's assessment phase. As a future Dream Manager, you must learn to thrive through your own ingenuity, without over-relying on external advantages. Your next challenges will focus on further developing your team and managerial style.

Congratulations! You have earned 10.000 points and 1 free gacha spin for your exceptional performance.

Before Rahmat could process the reward, the system continued: "With the summer transfer window approaching, the system will now introduce new challenges. For each match, you will receive tasks or objectives. Successfully completing these tasks will reward you with points, which can be used in the newly unlocked Dream Manager Shop."

The screen shifted, revealing the shop interface. Rahmat's eyes widened as he scrolled through the expanded options, now featuring a vast array of players and skills from various football anime such as :

Players Shop

Yudai Imamura (Blue Lock): 20,000 points

Ryosuke Kira (Blue Lock): 40,000 points

Jun Misugi (Captain Tsubasa): 300,000 points

Shun Nitta (Captain Tsubasa): 500,000 points

Kazemaru Ichirouta (Inazuma Eleven): 550,000 points

Gouenji Shuuya (Inazuma Eleven): 700,000 points

Tsubasa Oozora (Captain Tsubasa): 1,000,000 points

Skills Shop

Spatial Awareness (Blue Lock): 500 points

Acrobatic Dribble (Captain Tsubasa): 750 points

Eagle Shot (Captain Tsubasa): 3,000 points

Tornado Catch (Inazuma Eleven): 5,200 points

Godspeed (Blue Lock): 2,000 points

Invisible Shot (Captain Tsubasa): 3,000 points

Gacha Spin

5.000 points per spin (random chance for players, or skills).

"1 million points for Tsubasa Oozora?" Rahmat muttered, shaking his head. "That's… insane." He leaned closer to the screen, muttering to himself. "Jun Misugi at 300,000—brilliant midfielder, but can his heart condition hold up in the Premier League? And Gouenji Shuuya for 700,000? With his Fire Tornado, he'd turn defenders to ash,

Scrolling further, he noticed other players from the realms of fiction: Ryosuke Kira for 40,000 points and Yudai Imamura for 20,000 points. Though Kira was only a minor character, his price still underscored the rarity of summoning any player.

"What about skills?" Rahmat muttered, navigating to the skills section. He smirked as he read the descriptions. "Thankfully, the skills are affordable… even if they're only at Level 1. At least I can work with this."

The system added a warning:

"Skills purchased from the shop or obtained through gacha require harmony and intensive training to reach their full potential. Without proper integration into your player's style, leveling up skills will be significantly harder, and they may be wasted."

Rahmat nodded thoughtfully. Skills like Spatial Awareness or Tornado Catch were invaluable, even at Level 1. He knew their potential but also the importance of careful implementation.

The screen prompted him to use his free gacha spin. "Would you like to spin now?" the system asked.

Rahmat hesitated for a moment, then nodded. "Let's see what fate has in store."

The wheel appeared, spinning rapidly. Bright names and icons blurred together until it slowed, finally landing on an icon Rahmat recognized instantly.

Congratulations! You have obtained: Panther Shot (Captain Tsubasa series).

Rahmat's eyes lit up. "The Panther Shot? That's… perfect for Barou." He imagined his relentless striker using the powerful skill to obliterate defenses, and a small smile crept onto his face.

"Assign skill?" the system prompted.

"Yes," Rahmat confirmed. "Give it to Barou."

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Rahmat immediately called Barou into his office. The striker sauntered in, his trademark confidence radiating from every step. "What's up, Coach? Got something good for me?"

Rahmat smirked. "You could say that. How do you feel about adding a new weapon to your arsenal?"

Barou raised an eyebrow. "What kind of weapon?"

"The Panther Shot," Rahmat replied. "It's a skill designed for raw power and precision. It's perfect for someone like you. But there's a catch—it'll require serious training to master."

Barou's grin widened. "You had me at raw power. Let's do it."

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Rahmat tapped his pen against the desk, reviewing the Panther Shot's technical description displayed by the Dream Manager System. The skill promised devastating power and precision, but its execution required discipline and perfect mechanics. It wasn't just a flashy move—it was a weapon that could redefine Luton's attack, provided Barou could master it.

A knock on the door interrupted his thoughts. Steve Rutter entered, clipboard in hand. "Morning, Rahmat. I saw your note about Barou. Panther Shot? Sounds like something from a comic book."

Rahmat chuckled and motioned for Rutter to sit. "It's as dramatic as it sounds, but it's grounded in technique. Let me break it down for you."

Rahmat grabbed a marker and sketched on the whiteboard. "The Panther Shot is about compressing explosive energy into a single strike. It requires perfect balance, a strong plant foot, and a compact backswing to generate the power. Think of it as a spring—you compress as much energy as possible before unleashing it."

He drew a figure representing Barou's stance. "Here's the critical part: the shot relies on driving the ball low and fast, using the striker's core strength and timing to maintain control. If Barou rushes it or misplaces his weight, the ball will either lose power or fly off-target."

Rutter studied the diagram, nodding thoughtfully. "So, it's not just brute force. It's a blend of power and precision, relying on muscle coordination and mental focus."

"Exactly," Rahmat said. "The skill also needs quick adaptation during high-pressure moments. If Barou's footwork isn't disciplined, it'll fall apart. That's where you come in. I'll need you to oversee his mechanics—foot placement, follow-through, even his breathing. This isn't just about scoring goals; it's about making him unpredictable and unstoppable."

Rutter smirked. "Alright, I'll fine-tune the brute. Let's see if we can turn this into something that terrifies defenders."