Chapter 30 (1/2)

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation  Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

Every Thursday at noon, Shu Guang High School would only have two sessions of cultural classes; the rest of the remaining hours were left for free time and another two hours were for self-studying. But since Shu Guang High School was well known for its relaxed environment, those last two sessions of classes were equivalent to free time as well.

On this particular Thursday afternoon, the seats in the soccer stadium were occupied by many spectators after their two classes. The soccer team’s results last year were superb and there was a lot of popularity among the boys in school. Additionally, a handsome guy named Li Ni just joined the team, so it was not a surprise that he would be attract quite a few young girls as his fans. Life in school had actually been really boring but now, the soccer team’s practice sessions became a past time for many students in school every Thursday. The spectators in the stadium always watched the soccer match as they exchanged their thoughts with the those who sat next to them.

“This is a good match!”

“That shoot for the goal was awesome!”

It did not matter if the person was someone you knew or not. As long as you were sitting in the stadium, everyone would treat you like old friends who have known you for a long time. Everyone would cheer gleefully with each beautiful goal that was shot whereas they would give a huge sigh when the ball missed the goal. Additionally, they would also crack jokes and laugh with one another on the open field. Hence, the burdens of everyone’s studies were quickly swept away, adding many happy memories to their high school life.

Due to the internal match among the team, it attracted many people this afternoon.

During the game, players were divided into two teams; the white and red team. The read team donned brightly colored shirts while the white team wore white to represent their team.

Zhang Jun looked at Yang Pan, who was wearing the red team’s uniform. He was in the opposite direction, getting ready to launch the ball. An Ke and him were on the same team, but Ren Yu De and Li Ni were his only teammates from the same year.

Liang Ke was the referee and he proceeded to announce the rules, “The time given for the match will be 20 minutes for each half with 5 minutes of break time. We’ll be playing a match consisting of only nine players since the venue is small. There aren’t any differences in the rules of the game. Once everyone has understood this, the match shall begin!”

*Beep!*

Yang Pan’s new partner passed the ball to him. He did not take the lead, using his right leg to kick instead to aim for a direct hit!

Zhang Jun’s first reaction was to dodge to the side. He could not possibly hit the ball, which was so near to him.

The soccer ball broke through the air as it whizzed towards the goal.

Everyone, including the white team players was dumbfounded. All they could do was gaze at the soccer ball while it rushed towards the goal.

As soon as the whistle sounded to start the game, another whistle was immediately heard when they scored a goal. This boy has improved his long range kick yet again, just after the winter holidays ended! Liang Ke thought to himself.

Li Ni was still at his seat, looking far ahead at the goal. Although the team consists of 9 players in this match, they still managed to score a goal from the middle of the field. It’s unbelievably amazing! Dad, I didn’t know China had such great soccer players! He beamed with a smile.

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The white team kicked off and the match resumed.

Zhang Jun passed the ball to Li Ni. Without stopping, Li Ni continued to pass it directly to Ren Yu De. He was like a ferocious tiger, charging into the others head on. That dazzling dribble Li Ni presented resembled that of Brazil’s master of dribbles, Denilson. “Another expert!”

After getting through two players, Ren Yu De passed the ball back to Li Ni, who was running towards him. At the same time, Li Jieguang of the red team was forced to make his appearance.

Although Li Ni did not see Li Jieguang, he made a swift, sharp kick followed by a spin, allowing the ball to fly above Li Jieguang’s head. Li Ni then proceeded to receive the falling ball and continued to advance.

Liang Ke took notice of Li Ni’s actions and he was reminded of Shu Guang’s battle against Nanyang last year. Shu Guang was devastated as he watched Nanyang’s captain, Liu Yang foil a trick devised to get rid of him. Nonetheless, Li Ni’s current skills in spiking the ball were just ordinary. The level of skill he possessed was simple in his eyes. Perhaps, Li Ni’s specialty came from combining highly difficult movements along with his own set of skills to suit his playstyle in any environment. Just from how he kicked the ball, you may think that those were complicated moves, but to him, they were all natural reflexes. Every little movement he made was seriously amazing.

Lee Ni continued taking the lead as the ball obediently stuck below his feet. Thus, the defenders had no chance to snatch the ball away. He made his way to the penalty area, catching every defender’s attention until he suddenly passed the ball.

Zhang Jun, who was left unnoticed received the ball and scored. This left An Ke muttering painfully in a low voice.

An Ke was played by Zhang Jun yet again. He jumped and pointed straight at the defenders. “Hey! You guys are useless! How did you not see Zhang Jun coming? Don’t bother about that Brazilian guy. If he wants to score a goal, I’ll deal with him!” he scolded.

An Ke’s loud, angry voice could always be heard during the match.

“Another person got through again!”

“How dumb, don’t charge in!”

“Get back, it’s too close!”