A Stroke of Luck

Jinwoo never imagined he'd be stepping foot into one of the top five high schools with the best football history. Dream Academy had produced legends, players who had gone on to dominate both the national and international stages. Yet, here he was, standing on the lush green football field, not because of skill, but due to sheer luck.

A last-minute dropout had opened a spot, and due to some administrative loophole—or perhaps divine intervention—he had been chosen as the replacement. He wasn't delusional. He knew he didn't belong among these prodigies, yet fate had placed him here.

He inhaled deeply, trying to ignore the sharp glares from the rest of the team. He could hear the murmurs.

"Who's that guy?"

"I heard he's a charity case."

"No way. Coach wouldn't allow that… right?"

"He looks like a model, not a footballer."

Jinwoo clenched his fists, keeping his expression neutral. It was true—he didn't have the raw athleticism or skill the others had, but he had something. His positioning in front of goal was exceptional. The ability to be at the right place at the right time had always been natural for him, but whether that would be enough was another question.

"Alright, everyone, gather up!"

The deep voice of Coach Park snapped everyone's attention back to business. Jinwoo exhaled and joined the huddle.

Coach Park's sharp eyes scanned the players before landing on him. "You must be Jinwoo. You're lucky, kid. But luck won't keep you here."

Jinwoo nodded. "Understood, sir."

Coach Park smirked slightly before turning to the rest of the team. "We'll start with a scrimmage. Let's see what our new addition can do."

Jinwoo's heart pounded as he stepped onto the field. His first test had arrived.

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The match began, and immediately, Jinwoo felt the skill gap. The passes between his teammates were sharp and fast-paced, the opposing defenders moved with near-perfect coordination. He barely had a second to react before a ball zipped past him.

"Damn," he muttered under his breath. He needed to find his rhythm fast, or he'd be written off before he even had a chance.

Then, an opportunity appeared. A cross came in from the right wing. The defenders were focused on marking the main striker, leaving a small pocket of space open inside the box. Jinwoo saw it. Instinct took over. He darted forward.

The ball sailed through the air, dropping right where he had anticipated. He positioned himself perfectly, swung his foot…

And completely missed.

The ball rolled past him, and the chance was gone.

Laughter erupted from the sidelines. "Are you kidding me? Even my grandma could've hit that!"

Jinwoo gritted his teeth. His sense of positioning had been perfect, but execution? Embarrassing.

Coach Park blew his whistle. "Alright, that's enough for today."

Jinwoo hung his head as he walked off the field. He barely made an impression, and not in a good way.

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That night, he lay on his bed, staring at the ceiling. His body ached from the practice match, but the real pain was in his mind. How was he supposed to compete at this level? Maybe he was just wasting his time.

Just as he was about to close his eyes, something strange happened.

A blue screen materialized in front of him, glowing softly in the darkness.

[Football Lust System Activated]

Jinwoo's breath hitched. What the hell?

[Welcome to the Football Lust System!]

[This system will help you become the greatest footballer of all time. However, improvements require Lust Points.]

Jinwoo's brow furrowed. Lust Points?

[Earn Lust Points by engaging intimately with women rated 8/10 or higher in appearance.]

His eyes widened. Was this some kind of joke? His pulse quickened as he read on.

[Current Attributes (Out of 100):]

Offensive Awareness: 42

Ball Control: 35

Dribbling: 33

Tight Possession: 30

Finishing: 31

Curl: 28

Speed: 40

Acceleration: 38

Kicking Power: 42

Heading: 34

Jumping: 32

Balance: 41

Stamina: 50

Strength: 39

Short Passing: 36

Overall Rating: 40

[New Quest: Score with an 8/10 or higher to unlock your first attribute upgrade!]

Jinwoo swallowed hard. The absurdity of it all was overwhelming. A system that rewarded him for sleeping with beautiful women? It sounded like something out of a fantasy novel. But at the same time…

He sat up, glancing at himself in the mirror. His naturally charming face had always attracted attention from girls, but he had never been the type to actively chase them. Could he really use this system to his advantage?

Then a name flashed in his mind—Minji, the student council vice president. One of the most stunning girls in school.

His heart pounded.

Could she be his first target?