My system allows me to copy talents - C.407 Assist

As if they had already predicted the outcome, they made an all-knowing expression as they witnessed the fall of Hiro. After struggling for a while, Hiro's resistance finally broke as he got overpowered by his opponent.

Steadily, he started falling to his side first.

At this moment, a subtle triumphant smile formed on the face of the opposing player, 'You've got great potential kiddo'

Just when he started to think that he had managed to get past Hiro, his expression changed rapidly. His eyes widened with surprise as he found that he no longer had the ball in his feet.

Realization struck him as he realized his fall was intentional. He had been tricked. Hiro faked his fall to lower his guard. He made him feel superior only to snatch the ball away from him. From the beginning, he had been aiming for the ball.

During his fall, he swept his feet at the ball. Managing to hit the ball, he snatched the ball away from him.

His way of stealing the ball from his opponent who was almost thrice his size left the entire stadium shocked and excited. The way they looked at him with eyes full of surprise made it seem as if they had never seen such a way of stealing the ball.

They could no longer keep their omniscient attitude. It was way beyond their expectation.

Mesmerizing the entire stadium, he walked away with the ball, leaving his opponent with a flustered expression. And, even after stealing the ball from such a tough opponent, he didn't display a single shred of happiness on his face.

Instead, he appeared as if he was already preparing for his next move. Which actually was true. Making use of his skill Hawk Eye, he scanned the entire field in search of his teammates.

Many were still processing what had occurred in the field.?While many had already started moving.

His skill had limits. But he didn't have any time to worry about it. Right now, his sole focus was to get a goal back. As he searched gaps throughout the field using his skill, his focus peaked. And, suddenly everyone around him felt like they were moving in slow motion.

It hadn't happened to him before even while using the skill. Immersed in this incredible feeling, he didn't even realize he had tapped into something extraordinary.

Though, it was only for a slight moment. It did occur to him as if everything was moving in slow motion. At the same time, everything around him got silent. It was as if he was present inside an isolated space.

Then just as he was about to confront one of the opposing players, he struck the ball. Cutting through the formation of the opposing players like a hot knife slicing through butter, it traveled toward the opposing box, leaving the opposing players stunned and the fans in awe.

The ball was struck with both power and precision.

Then as it approached the arch of the opposing box, it slowed. At this moment, his team's veteran forward appeared in front of the ball.

Because of his age, previously when they were under attack, he hadn't dropped back. So, not only did it allow him to conserve his energy, but it also allowed him to make a swift transformation by locating a gap.

Though he read the pass well, he still wasn't agile enough to outperform his pursuer. So, his only option was to immediately take a shot from outside the box. And, he did just that.

Bam!!

He struck the ball with power.

As he struck the ball, it glided toward the post. Though he wasn't agile enough, he had an impressive shooting. Precise and powerful, his technique was one of the finest in the entire league. And, his finishing was unquestionable.

The opposing keeper dived with his arms stretched out.

"Goal!" the announcer's voice boomed.

At the same time, the crowd erupted in cheers as the atmosphere of the stadium turned electric. They finally managed to get a goal back. And, Hiro with his first touch managed to make a difference.

"An assist in his first game. What a way to announce his arrival. The crowd will remember his performance, the history will. The youngest player in the league to register an assist," The commentator was full of praises.

Hiro felt a surge of adrenaline rushing through his veins but still kept his cool. Ten Miyagi, the veteran player, rushed toward him while pointing his finger at him to thank him for the assist and dedicated the goal to him.

While at the same time, his teammates whom he barely knew also rushed toward him. Even those who previously appeared dissatisfied by the coach's decision, rushed toward him to celebrate the goal wearing ecstatic smiles on their faces.

"What are you?"

"Just how did you even notice him?"

Everybody praised him as they treated him as equal. At this moment, he wasn't just a special kid but he was one of their teammate. Their faith in him took a leap as they became more trusting of him.

The celebration lasted for a while and the entire stadium joined the celebration. Cheering at the top of their voice, they displayed their support for the team.

With the score now 2-1, the team was back in the game.

Then as the celebration came to an end, everybody returned to their position to resume the game. The opposing team tried to regain control, but Hiro's presence disrupted their rhythm. His performance only continued to improve after that assist.

With his speedy dribbles, he ran amuck in the field, creating many opportunities for his teammates. And, the opposing players could hardly stop him. Competing against him in terms of speed, it was almost near to impossible.

After watching him play, it was clear to the opposing players that he had something special in him. And, if they continued to let him lose, it'd only be a matter of time before they lost their lead.

So, they started playing more aggressively.