Chapter 134: Environment Adaptation Module! (Daily, proceed with caution if you mind!)
Post-match press conference.
The red backdrop was plastered with the logos of Volkswagen Group's automobile brands.
Several bottles of Coca-Cola were placed on the podium.
This shows that Wolfsburg's commercial development capabilities are several tiers above those of an average Bundesliga team.
Hei Jin's complexion returned to normal, and he said dejectedly: "Wolfsburg's pre-match preparations were extremely thorough, down to what each player should do at each time slot. We were originally confident of winning the match, but Li Kang disrupted our deployment. The difference between him and De Bruyne is merely who has more curve... I mean the arc!"
The reporters nodded in agreement, scribbling furiously in their notebooks.
The question quickly shifted to Lewokusen's head coach.
A male reporter asked: "Mr. Tuop, the Champions League quarter-final draw is about to begin! Which team are you most afraid of facing?"
In the Champions League quarter-final stage, all rules avoiding same-league and same-group matchups will be abolished.
Unrestricted draw.
Any two teams could potentially meet.
For example, Lewokusen is very likely to encounter Bayern Munich again, or...
Tuopu Laotou fell into thought, lightly tapping his fingers on the table.
Which team is he afraid of?
Damn it, what a stupid question.
Apart from Lewokusen, any random team among this year's quarter-finalists is at the level of a Champions League semifinalist or finalist!
After a moment, he spoke calmly: "Opponents should fear Lewokusen; no team can leave Bei Lai Yin unscathed!"
Hearing this, the media reporters were deeply moved: "This is the aura our Bundesliga teams should have on the European stage!"
The venue instantly erupted with thunderous applause!
Dino beside him stared agape: "As the draw approaches, isn't the head honcho usually so anxious he can't sleep?"
Lower Saxony is somewhat warmer than Bei Lai Yin.
The entire Lewokusen squad arrived at their hotel.
The older players followed Wolfsburg forward Kruze to "Stone Gate Avenue" to experience the local customs.
Havertz pulled out a game console from his backpack.
Brandt tapped on his phone, trying to win back his childhood girlfriend who insisted on breaking up.
Li Kang returned to his room alone.
The system notification sounded softly.
【Ding! Congratulations on completing the weekly random treasure box quest!】
【Quest reward: Golden Treasure Box!】
【Opening the treasure box...】
【Congratulations on obtaining the 'B-rank Environment Adaptation' module!】
【Permanent passive module: Reduces negative effects of external factors such as heat, rain, and cold on your performance in matches!】
Very useful.
But there are few opportunities to use it.
Nowadays, European stadium facilities are highly developed; speaking of cold, the underfloor heating system can greatly alleviate the issue.
The world's most advanced stadiums are likely in the oil kingdoms of the Middle East, which employ cutting‑edge cooling technology that can keep tens of thousands of spectators from suffering the heat.
The phone suddenly vibrated.
Li Kang glanced at it; it was a message from the Southeast Asian girl.
It turned out that Zhifu had become the spokesperson for a Volkswagen automobile brand in Southeast Asia.
Today she happened to be invited to Wolfsburg's headquarters.
Moreover, it so happened that she was staying at the same hotel as the Lewokusen club.
She said she was bored and wanted to go out with Li Kang to relax.
Let's not deny it: the 23‑year‑old Zhifu is graceful and curvaceous, with a fiery figure and beautiful poise—like a ripening purple grape.
Spring has arrived, and with it the season of renewal.
Towering, vigorous pines support the damp, lingering snow, exuding vibrant vitality.
The murmuring stream...
Ptooie!
Li Kang didn't hesitate; he flatly refused.
He needed to stay disciplined.
His most important task right now is to play well.
Why does he have to meet a girl after every match? The automobile city at night basically has nothing worth seeing.
So.
He took two dumbbells from his bag and started strength training in his room.
Meanwhile.
Zhifu had mustered great courage to send that invitation; being rejected left her inevitably disappointed.
She couldn't help but fall into thought, beginning to examine herself.
After a long while.
Deep inside, the Southeast Asian girl inexplicably felt her fondness for Li Kang grow a bit more.
This super‑talented star has a spotless private life, and both his character and his play are beyond reproach—he is absolutely the ideal companion.
Two days later.
The junior assistant hurried to the training ground.
"Li! You forgot again! Today is the draw ceremony for the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals!"
"Hurry up and take a shower! Put on formal attire!"
"This time we're going to the UEFA headquarters!"
Li Kang really did forget this matter; he immediately lofted the ball to Sun Xingmin and ran toward the first-team dormitory.
Club parking lot.
Tuopu Laotou sat in the business car, anxious and irritable: "Damn it, the draw ceremony is torture for me!"
Wo Le Er lowered the newspaper in his hand and smiled: "I actually quite like this kind of occasion."
The UEFA Champions League zone rules for the 2015/16 season were abolished, and only in the 2018/19 season did the Champions League reintroduce the zone rules.
Speaking of it, it's too redundant.
In short, if Lewokusen can advance to the semifinals, Tuopu Laotou will have to endure another ordeal.
In 2016, Swiss Nyon town still had no direct flights, and no airport had been built.
The plane flew through thick clouds.
Arrived at Geneva Airport.
The representatives of the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals need to land here, then transfer to a vehicle and head to the UEFA headquarters fifty kilometers away.
Li Kang and Wo Le Er walked out of the arrival hall.
Media reporters swarmed forward; many fans wore black-and-red jerseys, holding up posters of the number-ten core.
"Lee!
!
"Lee!
!
"Lee!
!
Times have changed.
Half a year ago, no one paid attention to the Lewokusen club representatives, but now they have become hot properties!
Before the reporters could ask any questions, Li Kang was escorted by Wo Le Er and the staff onto the UEFA's business car.
The Lewokusen head coach walking at the rear of the group didn't realize when he was surrounded by layers of people!
"Mr. Tuop, which opponent are you most looking forward to facing in the quarter-finals?"
Tuopu Laotou really wanted to curse, but given his current status, he had to maintain decorum.
After pondering his words, he prepared to answer the question properly.
The crowd suddenly dispersed, then surged toward the rear!
"Messi!
!
o!
!
"Hazard!
!
"..."
Tuopu Laotou stomped his feet and angrily got into the business car.
Wo Le Er laughed: "What do you have to be angry about, you old fool? They're the most dazzling superstars on Earth..."
In the far east, CCTV5 broadcast the UEFA Champions League quarter-final draw ceremony live.
-【This year's quarter-finals are packed with quality, stars gathered!】
-【You say, could Lewokusen possibly meet Barcelona again?】
-【Not likely, although Pep Dad is under investigation, Barcelona will surely draw the opponent they counter best.】
-【No matter how the draw goes, the four matches will be at peak level! Life-and-death battles!】
-【Time flies; half a year ago... I was still watching Li Mingdeng thrash the Mönchengladbach youth team.】
End of Chapter
