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Dear Diary,
I woke up in the morning to take care of my Bonbu. I checked their progress, ensuring they were healthy and well-nourished. Surprisingly, the Bonbu seemed remarkably tame and well-behaved, without the need for me to knock them down.
I’m also helping father and mother in seeding the crops. We prepared the soil, carefully planted the seeds, and covered them with a thin layer of earth. It was a collaborative effort, with each of us taking on different tasks to ensure the success of our crops.
After a simple and satisfying lunch, I continued with my creation projects. An open shed had been built near the swing spot, where I focused on creating wooden figures, hairclips, and even sometime a hammock (upon request).
Sometimes, a few kids would gather to play with the upgraded wooden flash cards 2.0 that I had enhanced by adding colored to it. Occasionally, Lianee would join in and teach them.
I visit the local hall twice a week to read and occasionally inquire with Miss Oyla about this fantasy land whenever she's free.
Until tomorrow,
Ethan
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Ethan: Hey Novn , Vondle! Could you lend me a hand with the spring?
Novn: How many do you need this time?
Ethan: I need around 20 for now. As promise I'll pay you 10 copper glints for each spring.
Vondle: We'll get to work right away.
Ethan: Let's meet at my shed later to complete the springs.
Vondle: Hey Ethan, some other kids want to join us for the football game today.
Ethan: That's great! Let's welcome them and have a fun game together.
Novn: My father said he would like to become the referee today he..he..
Ethan: Oh uncle Xavi agreed with it.
It was a unique sight in Treebrook, as I had managed to create an imperfect usable ball and introduce the popular sport from Earth to the little community. The excitement and joy filled the air as we kicked the ball around, running and laughing together. It took some trial and error to teach the other kids on my improvise simple rules of football or some may know as soccer back on Earth.. Since there weren't many of us, I decided to play and adapt on 5x5; is played between two teams of five players each, one of whom is the goalkeeper.
Using the stretchy skin ability of the Bonbu fruit, I cut out a small piece and glued it with the cotton-fibery texture to make it thicker. Then, I carefully sewed and glued the pieces together until it gradually transformed into an almost round ball. It had been a labor of love, and now it was perfectly inflated and ready to be used in the game.
We were fortunate to have Sister Nora in our village, as she possesses a unique wind magic different from the typical elemental magic, like fire. With her gracious assistance, she used her magical abilities to help me inflate the ball. Although she primarily focuses on using her abilities to cut crops in a medium-scale, her willingness to lend a hand in various tasks is truly admirable. I was grateful for her help and insisted on paying her 20 coppers for her services. Well, if we don't have a magic wind user like Sister Nora, I had considered using Grandpa Hamme's blacksmith blower as an alternative. The powerful blasts of air generated by the blower could potentially inflate the ball with enough force.
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Although sister Nora initially hesitated to accept the money, I insisted as a gesture of gratitude and in case I needed her assistance again in the future, especially if any of the balls were to become damaged. As of now, I have three balls ready for our game, thanks to Sister Nora's incredible magic. It's astonishing to see how she can inflate one ball in just three seconds. Her magical abilities truly make the process so much easier and faster! With Novn, Vondle, and Lianee's help, we successfully put together a wooden scoreboard to keep score during our games. Now we have a fantastic scoreboard to use in our matches! It was a collaborative effort, as they already learned how to write the numbers. Lianee was delighted to take on the part of the scoreboard referee.
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The village square buzzed with the sounds of children at play, their laughter and shouts filling the air. Two men, one dressed as a merchant and the other as a assistant, entered the village and were instantly captivated by the lively commotion. The merchant, donning elaborate attire, watched with an inquisitive grin. The assistant dressed in a pristine uniform, trailed behind with a sparkle in his eyes. The children's vibrant energy and playful antics irresistibly drew the attention of both men, immersing them in the joyful atmosphere.
Cedric: (watching the kids) Excuse me, could you tell me what they're doing?
Mr. Kusack: Ah... they're playing football!
Reginard: Football? What's that?
Cedric: Do you know about this football Regi?
Reginard: I’m sorry young master, I do not have any information about it.
Mr. Kusack: It's a game where they kick a ball with their feet and try to score goals in the other team.
As Cedric and Reginard watched the lively game, the ball flew into the goal. The goal is a simple setup made of sticks, without any net.
Ethan's Team: (erupted in a loud cheer) Goaaallllll!
The sound echoed through the village, drawing the attention of Cedric and Reginard. They couldn't help but join in the enthusiastic celebration, their smiles mirroring the joy and excitement of the moment. Ethan's team managed to score a goal, bringing the current scoreboard to 3-2 in their favor.
Aaah I realized I had forgotten to create a whistle for the referee, a sense of panic washed over me. I desperately hoped that I could still recall the shape and mechanism of a whistle.
Ethan: I need to visit Grandpa Hamme, maybe he can help me make one.
As I exchanged words with the newcomer, Ferman, a young teenager who seemed to already understand the basic rules of the game, I decided to let him experience the game firsthand.
Ethan: Ferman, let's switch positions
Ferman: Alright, I'll give it a try. I hope I can catch up and understand the game quickly.
Ethan: Don't worry, you'll be fine.
Ferman: (nervously) Thanks...
Ethan: No problem, just enjoy the game.
With my 43-years' worth knowledge and understanding of the game, acquired from my previous life, I made sure to enforce fair play and maintain a sense of sportsmanship. Bwahaha! As the kids have an experience with the game, the better they become, the more thrilling the play will be, and the more I will delight in their competitive spirit. I could feel the beads of sweat forming on my forehead and the moisture clinging to my clothes. Lianee kindly handed me a cloth and a refreshing bottle of water.
Ethan: Thanks, Lianee!
Lianee: (smiles)
Ethan: Are you sure you don't want to try playing football? You see, Sister Olivia is also enjoying the game.
Lianee: I'm just happy being the scoreboard girl, hehehe.
Ethan: Okay, if you're happy with that.
Liam: Goallllllllllllllllllllll!!!!
Ethan: Who scored the goal?
Novn: It's Sister Olivia again.
Ethan: She's really good with her footwork.
Novn: She has the Zephyr Step skills as her magical ability. It enhances her footwork and makes her incredibly agile.
Ethan: What?? I should warn her..
Ethan: (shouted) Hey Sister Olivia, no magic skill on the field!
It's challenging to ask the players not to use their magic or superpower skills in the game.I'll keep an eye on them to ensure they play fair and square. Well, it's still early in the game for the kids to adapt.
And the game came to an end, both teams applauded and cheered happily.
Ethan: (excitedly) It was so close!
Liam: It was intense!
Olivia: Good game... a well-fought match indeed.
The final score on the scoreboard remained at 3-3, with satisfied smiles, everyone bid farewell.
Travis: (smiling) Ethan, can us borrow the ball for a little while...?
I noticed a few men who seemed very excited to give the football game a try. They were ready to take on the challenge, their enthusiasm contagious, making the game even more enjoyable for everyone involved.