Chen Yifan, a student at UCLA in NCAA Division I, unexpectedly acquired the Mamba System, with Kobe as his System spirit.
From then on, the two became both rivals and partners, embarking on a journey to develop a superstar.
“Get up, get up! It's already four o'clock. Time to get hyped!”
Kobe's voice blared into Chen Yifan's ears as he lay in bed.
“You're useless. When I was your age, I could already make 100 shots in a row.”
On the practice court, Kobe floated in midair, spitting insults at Chen Yifan.
“What are you so happy about? Even my grandma and Jokic could win a championship.”
On the day Chen Yifan won the title, Kobe trash-talked him.
“Kobe, I won Finals MVP in my first three-peat. Doesn't that make me better than you?”
“Kobe, six is greater than five.”
“Can I ask you a favor?”
It was rare for Kobe to ask anyone for help.
“Name it!”
Chen Yifan agreed readily.
“The System gave me a final mission: I need ten championships. I hope you can help me with that.”
“No problem. Leave it to me.”
