David Drinkwater lived his entire career as football's biggest joke.

Thirty seven years old, rejected by every major club, and called a "club whore" by fans across Europe, but at Wembley Stadium, in the rain, he finally proved them wrong.

Championship playoff final between Millwall and Norwich, and in the 90th minute, he scored the winning goal, then he died.

**[Ding. Ding.]**
**「Host found: David Drinkwater.」**
**「Synchronisation complete.」**

He opens his eyes in an eighteen year old body.

Demien Walter, a failed Fiorentina academy prospect and suicide attempt survivor with an overall rating of 48, no team, and no future, but David brought something impossible with him.

**[Ding.]**
**「Ultimate Gacha System activated.」**
**「Mission: Rise from nothing. Become the greatest footballer in history.」**

Training earns points while matches earn rewards, and achievements unlock legendary packs.

Every pack opening could change everything, whether through common stat boosts, rare techniques, or epic abilities, yet there's always the ultimate prize.

**[Ding.]**
**「Diamond Pack opened.」**
**「Congratulations. Andrea Pirlo — Regista Vision obtained. Passing +15. Vision +10. Legendary Trait unlocked: Deep-Lying Playmaker.」**

From trialist to conquering the football world, every pack, every point, and every impossible moment building toward football immortality.

They called him a failure once, and they called him wasted potential, but now, with forty years of wisdom in an eighteen year old body and a system that rewards every drop of sweat with power, David will rewrite football history.

One pack at a time.

**Some dreams get a second chance, and some legends get a second life, so this is his.**

The Mercedes slowed to a stop outside a bright glass building alive with art and energy, and Demien recognized the three-stripe logo immediately.


He gathered his thoughts, pushed Adriano from his mind, and focused on what came next.


This time, he knew exactly what he wanted.


The reception area was modern and vibrant with athlete photos covering the walls, and Demien spotted images of Messi, Benzema, Pogba, and dozens of others who'd built their brands alongside the three stripes.


A woman in her mid-thirties approached with a warm smile, and she extended her hand professionally.


"Demien Walter? I'm Lara Battaglia, Head of Athlete Partnerships. Welcome to Adidas."


"Thank you for having us," Demien replied, and Marco stepped forward to introduce himself.


Chapter 118 - Chapter 115: Ghosts and Choices II [ 100 Golden ticket for last week]