The morning sun cast long shadows across the Brackel Training Centre as Mateo arrived for his first official day with the team.
His stomach churned with a mixture of excitement and nervousness that even the System's calming analysis couldn't completely settle.
Today, he would meet his new teammates, the players who would either accept him as family or treat him as an outsider trying to earn his place among the established stars.
The weight of the number 19 jersey in his training bag felt both comforting and daunting. Yesterday's ceremony had been deeply moving, but now came the real test proving that he deserved the sacred number through his character and actions rather than just his potential on paper.
"Physiological indicators suggest moderate anxiety levels.
Heart rate: 82 BPM. Cortisol levels elevated but within normal pre-performance parameters.
Recommendation: focus on demonstrating humility and openness to team integration.
