Waking Up and Welcome to Dusseldorf

As Jun Misugi's eyes fluttered open, he found himself lying in his childhood bed, the events of his 21 years of life feeling like a distant dream. Confusion and disbelief washed over him as he sat up, trying to make sense of what had just happened.

"Jun! Breakfast is ready!" his mother's voice called from the kitchen, pulling him back to the present. With a shake of his head, Jun pushed aside the thoughts swirling in his mind and made his way to the table.

Over breakfast, his mother expressed concern, reminding him of his weak heart and urging him to take it easy. In his previous life, Jun had fought against such warnings, consumed by his passion for football, at his current age, he is on the final year of the Elementary School, where he risked his life to fight against Tsubasa. But now, faced with a second chance, he made a different choice.

"Mum, I've decided," Jun said, his tone resolute. "I'll stop playing football and go for the overseas treatment you and Dad suggested before."

His mother's eyes widened in surprise, then softened with relief. "Oh, Jun... Are you sure?"

Jun nodded, a newfound determination shining in his eyes. "I want to live, Mum. And I want to achieve my dream of playing in the World Cup. If that means stepping away from football now to ensure a future, then I'll do it."

In his heart, Jun knew that his previous decision to ignore his health had cost him everything. But this time, he vowed to do things differently. He would dedicate himself to his recovery, to becoming stronger, both physically and mentally.

As he finished breakfast and prepared for the journey ahead, Jun felt a sense of purpose fill him. This second chance was a gift—one he wouldn't squander. With a deep breath, he took the first step towards a new beginning, leaving behind the glory of the pitch for now, but with his eyes set firmly on a brighter future.

Jun Misugi's announcement to his Musashi Elementary School football teammates sent shockwaves through the group. They couldn't fathom why someone so passionate about the sport would suddenly resign from their beloved club, especially when they were on track for a successful season. But as Jun explained that he needed to focus on his health and prepare for an upcoming overseas treatment, they began to understand just how important this decision was for him - even if it meant leaving football behind, at least temporarily.

The news of Jun's resignation also reached Yayoi, the club manager who had secretly harbored feelings for Tsubasa but always found herself drawn to Jun's unwavering dedication and genuine kindness towards others. As she approached him with tears in her eyes, she couldn't help but feel a sense of sadness at losing one of their strongest players - but more importantly, she knew how much it meant for Jun to make this choice for himself.

"Thank you for everything," he told Yayoi as they embraced, his voice thick with emotion. "I won't forget the support you've given me during our time together on the team." She nodded solemnly in return, grateful that she could be there to offer some small measure of comfort during this difficult transition in Jun's life.

As word spread about Jun's impending departure from Japan, his father revealed another shocking detail: he had already secured a transfer for their family to Germany, where the new treatment was available exclusively at that time. Despite her initial reservations about uprooting their lives halfway across the world, Jun's mother quickly rallied behind both her husband and son, offering them unwavering love and support throughout this challenging journey.

"Thank you," Jun said as he hugged his parents tightly. His father smiled through tears, knowing full well how much passion and determination burned within his son - even in the face of such adversity.

Four years had passed since Jun Misugi's family made the difficult decision to move halfway around the world in pursuit of a new treatment for his weak heart. As they settled into their spacious home in Dusseldorf, Germany - a stark contrast to the modest living quarters they first occupied upon arriving - it was hard not to reflect on everything that had happened during this time.

Jun's father now held an important position as CFO of Hitachi Europe, his contributions helping to establish the company's presence in Germany and solidify its place among other multinational corporations. Though their lifestyle had changed significantly since those early days when they were just starting out, Jun still found himself drawn back to memories of their simple life in Japan - a time when football was all he knew and loved.

As he helped the movers unpack boxes filled with familiar items from home, Jun couldn't help but feel a pang of nostalgia mixed with trepidation about what lay ahead for him here in Germany. Learning a new language had been challenging enough; adapting to an entirely different culture while facing racism at school was even more daunting. But despite the hardships he endured during this time, Jun remained resolute in his determination to overcome these obstacles and make the most of the opportunities presented to him abroad.

In between helping set up their new home, Jun found himself lost in thought as he contemplated everything that had happened since leaving Japan behind: from saying goodbye to his beloved football club at Musashi Elementary School to undergoing multiple surgeries in hopes of strengthening his heart enough to one day return to the sport he loved so dearly. And though life in Dusseldorf was vastly different from anything they had experienced before, Jun knew that this journey would ultimately shape him into a stronger and more resilient person - both on and off the pitch.

As Jun sat between his parents on the couch, they all watched TV together - a rare moment of relaxation amidst their busy lives in Germany. The air was filled with the sound of ice clinking against glass as they sipped cold drinks, their fatigue from unpacking and organizing their new home slowly fading away.

On screen, Jun's mother couldn't help but be impressed by her husband's accomplishments at Hitachi Europe, which had earned him the title of CFO - a role that was both challenging and rewarding for someone who had once worked tirelessly to support their family back in Japan. But as she smiled proudly at her husband, another image caught her attention: the youth teams of Hamburg and Bremen playing an intense match on the pitch.

The commentator's voice boomed through the speakers as he hyped up Hamburg's star player, Karl Heinz Schneider, predicting a bright future for him in German football. Alongside Schneider, Herrmann Kaltz also made his presence felt - two formidable opponents that Jun remembered all too well from their previous encounter on the pitch.

Suddenly, as if awakened by some unseen force within him, Jun's eyes locked onto the screen with fierce determination. He vowed to himself that he would not lose again; this time around, he was determined to face his past head-on and emerge victorious against these talented German players who had once caused him so much pain and anguish.

As Wakabayashi's image flashed across the screen, Jun's parents couldn't help but comment on how impressive it was for a young Japanese goalkeeper to be starting for such a prestigious club like Hamburg's youth team. But even as they praised his accomplishments, Jun remained focused solely on his own goals and ambitions - one of which included making sure he never missed another routine checkup at the hospital tomorrow morning.