The Coaching System-Chapter 152: A Family Trip to Japan & Ethan’s 14th Birthday

Tokyo, Japan – A Family Escape

Jake stepped out of the airport terminal, adjusting his grip on the stroller where Ariel sat, her small hands gripping the edges curiously. Ethan stood beside him, eyes wide as he took in the towering cityscape of Tokyo. Emma, ever the planner, was already looking at her phone, checking their hotel details.

For once, there were no training sessions, no tactical meetings, no transfer negotiations. Just family.

This trip wasn't just about taking a break. It was about celebrating Ethan's 14th birthday.

Exploring Tokyo – A City Like No Other

Their first stop was Shibuya Crossing, where waves of people moved in every direction the moment the lights changed. Ethan had seen it in videos before, but standing in the middle of it was something else.

"This is insane," he muttered, grinning as he looked around.

Emma snapped photos while Jake stood back, watching them. It wasn't often he got to see them like this—completely in the moment, away from the chaos of football.

Ariel let out a small giggle from the stroller, clapping her hands as bright billboards flashed above them.

"Guess she approves," Jake smirked.

Ethan turned, still taking everything in. "Dad, do you think they have a football store around here?"

Jake raised an eyebrow. "In a city this big? I'd say that's a safe bet."

A Day in Kyoto – History Meets Family

The next morning, they took the bullet train to Kyoto. It was a different world—quiet streets, traditional buildings, and the peaceful energy of temples and shrines.

At Fushimi Inari Shrine, Ethan took one look at the long path of torii gates and grinned.

"Race you to the top."

Jake scoffed. "You're not winning."

Ethan was already sprinting.

Jake sighed, handing the stroller to Emma before taking off after him. The first few gates were easy, but after a hundred steps, Jake realized something.

He wasn't as fast as he used to be.

Ethan reached the top first, hands on his knees, laughing between deep breaths. "You getting old, Dad?"

Jake rolled his eyes. "You had a head start."

They stood at the top, overlooking the city below. A rare moment of peace.

Emma finally caught up, shaking her head. "Are you two ever going to stop competing?"

Jake smirked. "Not a chance."

Ariel, still strapped in her stroller, let out a sleepy yawn. The only one not impressed by their little competition.

Ethan's Birthday Dinner – A Special Night

That evening, they booked a private dinner at a traditional Japanese restaurant to celebrate Ethan's birthday.

Emma had planned everything perfectly—a quiet setting, incredible food, and a few surprises.

Ethan sat across from Jake, struggling with chopsticks as he tried to pick up a piece of sushi.

Jake smirked. "Need a fork?"

Ethan glared at him, determined. "No way."

Emma smiled, placing a small, wrapped gift in front of Ethan.

"Happy birthday, sweetheart."

Ethan unwrapped it quickly—and his eyes lit up.

A custom Bradford City jersey, his name printed on the back.

His fingers ran over the fabric. "This is… this is amazing."

Emma wasn't done. She handed him another gift—a football. But not just any football.

Signed by the entire Bradford squad.

Ethan blinked, looking up at Jake.

"You… you got the whole team to sign this?"

Jake shrugged. "Well, they weren't going to say no."

For a moment, Ethan didn't say anything. Then, he stood up and hugged Jake.

"Thanks, Dad."

Jake patted his back. Moments like this were rare. And he would hold onto it.

Ariel, sitting on Emma's lap, reached for the football, her tiny hands barely able to grab it.

Ethan laughed. "You want to play too?"

Ariel babbled something in response.

Jake chuckled. "Looks like we've got another footballer in the family."

The System's Surprise – A Gift for the Future

That night, after everyone had gone to bed, Jake sat alone in the hotel room, checking his laptop.

DING!

[System Alert: 150 Points Available for Player Development.]

Jake frowned. Player development? He hadn't seen this feature before.

The system continued:

[Points can be distributed to improve a player's attributes.]

Jake exhaled. So, this was another way to influence player growth.

Then—he froze.

[Player Registered: Ethan Wilson]

Jake's heart skipped a beat.

The system had already recognized Ethan as a footballer.

Jake leaned back, staring at the screen. His son's name. His son's profile.

He had never interfered with a player's growth before. But this was different.

He clicked on the allocation tab.

150 Points Available.

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Jake's eyes scanned the different attributes. Dribbling. Passing. Stamina. Decision-Making. Finishing.

Slowly, he started distributing them.

Dribbling (30 points) – Ethan needed close control.

Passing (25 points) – If he wanted to be a playmaker, he had to see the game differently.

Stamina (25 points) – He needed to last an entire game.

Decision-Making (35 points) – Talent meant nothing if you didn't know when to use it.

Finishing (35 points) – Because every great player needed to know how to score.

He clicked Confirm.

[Upgrade Applied.]

Jake exhaled, closing the laptop.

This wasn't just a birthday gift.

This was the first step in shaping Ethan's future in football.

Street Football in Tokyo – A Simple Moment

The next afternoon, they were walking through a quiet Tokyo neighborhood when Ethan spotted a group of kids playing street football.

He turned to Jake. "Can I?"

Jake smirked. "Go for it."

Ethan ran over, exchanging quick words with the other boys. A moment later, he was in the game.

Jake stood back with Emma, watching as his son moved, passed, and dribbled.

He already looked sharper.

Maybe the system upgrades had started kicking in.

Or maybe… Ethan was just meant for this.

Final Night – A Quiet Reflection

That evening, as Tokyo's skyline glowed in the distance, Jake stood on the hotel balcony, lost in thought.

Emma stepped outside, wrapping her arms around herself.

"You're thinking about football, aren't you?"

Jake smirked. "Always."

Emma shook her head. "This was supposed to be a vacation."

Jake sighed. She was right.

But deep down, he knew the truth.

Football was his life. And now, it was Ethan's too.

Just then, his phone vibrated. A message from Michael Stone.

"Rin Itoshi deal finalized. He's officially a Bradford player."

Jake exhaled.

The trip had been about family.

But football was always waiting.