The administrative process moved quickly — German efficiency at its finest.
Mateo signed forms, received his schedule, listened carefully as the academy's staff laid out the strict rules, expectations, and code of conduct.
Every word hammered home the same point:
This was no longer just a dream.It was now a job. A commitment. A responsibility.
And Mateo was ready.
As he stepped outside the facility, clutching a small welcome kit with the Bayern Munich logo embroidered on it, a tall man in a red jacket approached.
It was one of the youth development coordinators.
He extended his hand, smiling warmly.
"Congratulations, Mateo," he said."You're officially part of the best club in Germany. Welcome to Bayern Munich."
Mateo shook his hand firmly, trying to hold back the huge grin threatening to take over his face.
"Thank you, sir," he said, his voice steady but his heart soaring.
Walking out of the facility into the golden afternoon light, Mateo felt as if he were floating.
He spotted his mother and grandparents waiting at the gate, their faces lit up with anxious anticipation.
He jogged toward them, the biggest smile of his life breaking free.
"Mamá, abuelos... ¡lo logré!"
"Soy parte del Bayern Munich."
The reaction was immediate.
Helena threw her arms around him, laughing and crying at the same time.
"Estamos tan orgullosos de ti, hijo," she whispered, voice thick with emotion.
His grandparents clapped him on the back, laughing heartily, their pride obvious in every gesture.
"Sabíamos que lo lograrías, Junge," his grandfather boomed.
"Hoy celebramos," his grandmother declared firmly.
And celebrate they did.
That evening, the apartment was filled with the delicious aroma of a feast.
Helena cooked his favorite dishes —from Argentine empanadas to traditional German bratwurst —a true fusion of his two heritages.
Laughter filled the air.
Stories were shared, and for once, there were no worries about the future.
Only joy.
Mateo also called his friends — Lukas and Sebastian.
When he shared the news, there was a pause on the other end of the line.
Then both erupted in cheers.
"You're one of us now, hermano!" Lukas shouted.
"We're gonna destroy everyone together!" Sebastian added with rare excitement.
Mateo laughed, the sound pure and free.
"I can't wait," he said."Let's make it unforgettable."
That night, long after the food was eaten and the house grew quiet, Mateo lay in his bed staring at the ceiling.
His body ached from the long day, but he didn't care.
His heart was full.
Then, just as he was drifting into sleep —
[System Notification:]
[Congratulations!][Hidden Quest Completed: Entry into a Professional Football Club]
Reward: One Skill Selection!
Mateo sat up slightly, blinking as a glowing panel unfolded before his eyes.
Three skill cards floated in front of him, each one pulsing softly with energy:
1. Precision Passing (Lv.1)Improves passing accuracy, vision, and ball delivery under pressure.
2. Sprint Burst (Lv.1)Unlocks temporary acceleration boosts during sprints.
3. Defensive Reading (Lv.1)Enhances anticipation and interception of passes and attacks.
Mateo didn't hesitate long.
He had felt it during the trials —his passing had been a weak link.His dribbling opened spaces, but without precise passing, he couldn't fully capitalize.
He reached out mentally and selected:
Precision Passing.
[Skill Acquired: Precision Passing (Lv.1)]Passing range and accuracy improved by 15%. Ability to find teammates in difficult situations enhanced.
Warmth flowed through him again — subtle but powerful.
He smiled.
Another piece of the puzzle clicked into place.
Tomorrow, the real work would begin —training, studying, fighting for a place among the best.
But tonight —
Tonight, he allowed himself to dream.