It is the first day of training for West Ham United players as they are preparing themselves for pre-season tour. Despite being on such a long vacation, Danny and his teammates still can follow the training well as usual.

"Mate, I heard you managed to get yourself a first girlfriend ever during national duty", said Noble during lunch after training.

"Oh, yes. That's true", said Danny.

"Lucky boy, aren't you. Managed to get girlfriend as English player", said Cresswell.

"By the way, where did you find out about that?" asked Danny.

"How do you think?" asked Anderson in returned.

"Rice", said Danny while glaring at Rice.

"What, just telling the truth though", said Rice.

"Including you sulking by going to Malaysia to hangout with a Millwall player", said Martin.

"Come on, mate. Hariz is a family", said Danny.

"We know that. But seriously, sulking? It's out of your characters, mate", said Fabianski.

"Talk about family. I heard your cousin, Xander Rossall just declined an offer from Spurs", said Noble. Danny was so surprised.

"What, he rejected an offer from his favourite club?" asked Danny.

"Yes. Guess which club in London he decided to join", said Noble.

"Chelsea or Arsenal?" asked Danny.

"No, mate. Rumour said he will signed with Millwall", said Rice.

"WHAT??? Damn. Millwall tried to sign me too but I politely decline the offer", said Danny.

"WHAT???" said all players.

"That's true. Even I was surprised when my agent told me about it", said Danny.

"Damn, this Millwall. They're really went all out for their first season on Premier League", said Rice.

"Of course they are", said Cresswell.

"Don't worry. Our team is good enough to defeat them. Then, I'll have a chance to brag to Hariz and Xander", said Danny.

"Now, that is the spirit even though bragging is not good", said Noble. The rest chuckled.

A few days later;

Danny and the rest of West Ham players arrived in Malaysia for the pre season tour in Asia. They will faced Kedah from Malaysia, Muangthong United from Thailand, Shanghai Shenhua from China, Suwon Bluewings from South Korea before ended up their tour facing Gamba Osaka in Japan. After checked in at the hotel, Danny and the rest of West Ham players walked around the city.

"What a nice place here", said newly signed player Fornals.

"Yes. I'm looking forward to play here in Kedah", said Felipe Anderson.

"Same goes to me. I never plays here after all", said Noble.

"Now, we will had a chance though", said Danny. Then, they continued walking around while meet the local.

2 days later;

All West Ham players and coaching staffs arrived at Darul Aman Stadium for the first pre season match. After changing into their training kits, all players makes their way to the pitch for warming up session. After 15 minutes, all players returned to the dressing room and change into match kits. Later, Pellegrini came in.

"Okay, boys. Here is our lineup for today. Martin (GK), Cresswell, Ogbonna, Balbuena, Fredericks (DF), Fornals, Rice, Noble, Snodgrass (MF), Felipe Anderson (AMF) Quinn (FW). Any questions?" asked Pellegrini.

"No, sir", said all players.

"Now, enjoy the match", said Pellegrini. Then, all players make their way out from the dressing room.

Priittt

The 1st half begins with West Ham kicks off the match.

7th minutes of the match;

Fornals with the ball. He then runs with the ball before passed it to Felipe Anderson. Felipe Anderson then through the ball to Danny before Danny shoots the ball into the net to opened the score for West Ham.

30th minutes of the game;

Ogbonna steals the ball from Kedah's striker before passed it through to Noble. Noble then runs with the ball while dribbled pass through some Persib's midfielders before passed it to Danny. Danny then runs with the ball until he enters the penalty box before passed it Felipe Anderson. Felipe Anderson then shoots the ball to score the 2nd goal of the game.

37th minutes of the match;

Filipe Anderson lost the ball to a Kedah's defender. That player then passed it to the winger. Kedah's winger then runs with the ball before passing to the middle where their striker is waiting and scored the goal to close the gap between the 2 teams.

43th minutes of the game;

Balbuena managed to win the ball. Then, he passed the ball to Fornals. Fornals then runs through the right flank before crossed it to the middle before it reaches Danny. Danny then stopped the ball with his chest before shoots the ball into the net to make iy 3-1

Half time;

"They quite good", said Anderson.

"Well, I have to agree with that", said Fornals.

"No wonder they have one of the biggest numbers of supporters here in Malaysia", said Rice.

"That's true", said Noble. Then, Pellegrini came into the dressing room.

"Okay, boys. There's nothing much to say for you actually. All of you really enjoy the match so far. But remember to not getting injured", said Pellegrini.

"Yes, sir", replied all players.

2nd half;

The match started with Kedah kicks off to restarted the match.

50th minutes of the match;

Fornals managed to steal the ball. He then passed it Danny. Danny then dribbled pass through some Persib's defender before shoots the ball outside the penalty box to complete his hattrick. Then, Pellegrini decided to make a change by subbing Danny with Yarmolenko. The match ended with West Ham wins 4-1.

Later that night;

Danny received a video call from Isla.

Danny: Hi, sweetheart.

Isla: Hi, babe. What are you doing?

Danny: Oh, nothing. Just about to get some sleep.

Isla: So, do you found any beauty right there in Kedah?

Danny: Of course. You shall see how beautiful the rice field here. So relaxing.

Isla: I'm talking about ladies, honey.

Danny: Oh, that. A lot.

Isla: I see. Fine then.

Danny: But still my heart belongs to a gorgeous Scottish Witch. So, those beauties don't stand a chance except the view of the rice field of course.

Isla: Awww, you're so sweet.

Danny: Really? Never though about it.

Isla: So, where are you heading next?

Danny: Thailand. We will face Muangthong United there.

Isla: So, when will you return here?

Danny: In few weeks. Why, already miss me?

Isla: Yes, of course.

Danny: Just bear with it, okay. When I returned, we'll go for a date.

Isla: Promise?

Danny: Promise.

Isla: Okay. I'm sure you're tired already. Just go and have some rest then.

Danny: Okay, my dear. I love you.

Isla: I love you too.

Then, they hung up.

"What a sweet couple you both are", said Toni. She and Isla are doing some workout at performance centre.

"Well, it's us after all", said Isla.

"Will you promise that you will take care of him? I don't want to see him get heartbroken", said Toni.

"Yes, I promise. I love him so much", said Isla.

"That's good. Now, Danny already have you. I wonder who will Hariz and my brother, Xander have as their soulmate", said Toni.

"Do you want them to date a wrestler too?" asked Isla.

"Well, if the wrestler good enough for them, why not", said Toni.

"Fair enough", said Isla.

THE OTHER WEST HAM UNITED PRE SEASON RESULT

• West Ham United 5 - 0 Muangthong United

• West Ham United 3 - 1 Shanghai Shenhua

• West Ham United 4-2 Suwon Bluewings

• West Ham United 2-2 Gamba Osaka