Chapter 20 Football 20 See you next time, Mikage-kun.
The night was deep, and the light from the emergency lights cast dappled patterns of light and shadow on the corridor. The surroundings were so quiet that only the occasional faint hum of machinery could be heard in the distance.
Tenno Minaka had just finished washing up, and a soft towel was casually draped over his head, gently pressing down on his still slightly damp hair.
Glistening water droplets occasionally slid off the edge of the towel, flowing slowly down his sharply defined face, gently gliding from his forehead across the bridge of his nose, and finally gathering at his chin before dripping down.
Amano Minaka sat quietly on a public bench, his brow furrowed, as if trying to suppress his overflowing thoughts. Messages flooded his phone screen, each notification sound adding to his agitation.
I shouldn't have given him my LINE account.
The phone was turned on silent mode in the middle of the game.
Blue Prison's points redemption rules - you can use the number of goals you score to exchange for the items you want.
With only one goal scored, Tennoyu didn't have enough points to exchange for a three-point mobile phone. The other two points came from the friendly support of Kira Ryosuke, who had scored in two matches.
He got up and slowly walked towards the newly installed vending machine, carefully considering which drink would perfectly match his current mood.
His gaze inadvertently swept over the prominent Ice House Group logo next to the water dispenser. The ice-blue logo shone brightly in the light, causing him to pause slightly in surprise.
This water dispenser is a brand-new product from Ice House Group, which sets a new trend with its unprecedented temperature layer design.
Ice Room Group claims that this is not just a simple drinking water device, but a perfect fusion of technology and human-centered design. Each layer is precisely controlled to a different temperature range, and its temperature layer design not only reduces energy waste but also ensures the purity and freshness of the water.
The contract was signed yesterday, and the machine arrived today. That's incredibly fast; it wasn't even here two hours ago.
The phone screen flickered wildly in the dimly lit corridor, and the brightness of the incoming call information was particularly glaring in the corridor with emergency lights.
Amano Minakata's brows furrowed slightly involuntarily, and his fingers flew across the screen.
Ultimately, he succumbed to the barrage of messages from Shido Ryusei and reluctantly clicked to view them.
He quickly sent a "goodnight" emoji, and at the same time, his other hand naturally reached for the water dispenser next to him and casually pulled out a drink.
"Ice?"
The moment Tenno Minaka took the drink, he felt a bone-chilling coolness on his fingertips, and a moment of hesitation flashed through his mind.
I wanted to turn around and go back to the water dispenser to get a room-temperature drink, but I had already returned to my chair.
Never mind, I'll let it sit for a while before drinking it.
Gently placing the drink aside, Tenno Minaka picked up his phone again, the light from the screen illuminating his focused face.
Good lifestyle habits are the foundation of good health. Therefore, he chose to refuse the cold drink.
"It really is you!" A clear and melodious voice suddenly rang out, carrying a hint of barely perceptible surprise. "I thought I was seeing things."
Following the sound, Ten no Michū looked up and saw a tall, purple-haired boy standing quietly at the end of the corridor.
Are you talking to me?
Amano Minaka was slightly surprised. He looked around to make sure there was no one else besides the two of them, and then looked up at the boy who walked up to him.
"Of course! I am Mikage Reio."
The purple-haired boy's voice rose slightly with excitement, carrying an undeniable certainty.
As he said this, a bright smile appeared on his lips. "I know you, [Son of God]."
Reio Mikage's hands unconsciously clenched into fists, her knuckles trembling slightly with the excitement surging within her, like the wings of a butterfly about to emerge from its cocoon, fluttering gently in anticipation.
"I've watched all the videotapes of your Songfeng Heiwang Affiliated High School's matches. They were very exciting, and the team was very strong."
As Reio Mikage performed his series of excited movements, his purple hair flowed smoothly down to his shoulders, with a few strands occasionally brushing against his cheeks, adding to his unruly and carefree demeanor.
"Mikage? Is that the Mikage from Tokyo?"
Amano Minaka began by saying, "I am Amano Minaka. It's a pleasure to meet you, Mikage-kun."
Upon hearing this, Reio Mikage's smile widened even more. He waved his hand and said in a relaxed and friendly tone, "Don't be so formal, Tenno Mikage. Just call me Reio. We're the same age, there's no need to be so formal."
Despite the renowned reputation of the Mikage Group, Ling Wang couldn't help but feel a subtle unease whenever she heard the name "Mikage".
It felt as if people were calling for a vast business empire, rather than him, a living, breathing individual.
The name "Mikage" is both a source of pride for his family and a constraint on him personally. Mikage Reio longs to earn recognition through his own abilities, rather than simply being remembered as a member of the Mikage Group.
“The Son of God is a thing of the past,” Amano Minaka said.
Reio Mikage looked down at Amanomi, who was sitting in a chair, and noticed that he seemed a little down. "You are truly outstanding!"
"Huh?"
"Your playing style is sharp and fluid, and your tactical arrangements are very meticulous. Although you have played very few games, your performance in every game has been outstanding."
As Mikage Reio looked at Ten no Minaka, her bright purple eyes revealed her surging emotions, a mixture of excitement, confidence, and friendliness that seemed to instantly bridge the distance between people.
Rei-Oh Mikage harbored a burning desire for the W Cup. If it weren't for the fact that Mino was already hospitalized at the time, and that Mino didn't choose to return to the court after recovering, she would have been very successful.
So, Rei-Oh Mikage and the person fighting alongside her might actually be Amanokinaka himself.
Imagination is ultimately just a solace for the soul; it cannot replace the trajectory of reality.
Reio Mikage did not reunite with Amanominaka at the turning point of fate, but unexpectedly encountered another genius boy - Seishiro Nagi.
This young man, like an unpolished gem, gradually shone brightly under the careful guidance and nurturing of Mikage Reio.
Nagi was the first rough stone he personally cut open.
Reio Mikage recalled her first meeting with Seishiro Nagi.
"Oh? Thank you."
This was the first time that Tenno Minaka had encountered someone praising him so sincerely.
In the past, people have often either used exaggerated methods to seek certain benefits or made sarcastic and mocking comments.
"By the way, you're in... Team W? That can't be right, can it?"
Reio Mikage spoke with a hint of disbelief, her brows furrowing slightly, her eyes reflecting both her recognition of Ten no Minaka's strength and her doubt about his current situation.
He had already carefully studied the videos of all the teams that had played, but he had not been able to spot Tenno Minaka.
Then it can only be Team W. I think Team W was suspended because of internal fighting.
but……
"With your skills, you should either be on the stronger team in front of Building 5, or on the strongest team in Building 5, Team V, which is my team, right?"
No matter how you look at it, Ten no Mi shouldn't only be in Team W, right?
Unless...it leaves lasting effects?
When faced with Reio Mikage's question, Amanomichi simply smiled. He didn't like to talk too much about his private affairs in front of outsiders.
Ten no Michū made up an excuse at random.
"Perhaps it's because I haven't played football for too long, which has caused my skills to decline somewhat."
Upon hearing this, Reio Mikage's eyes flickered slightly, as if she were trying to understand and accept the explanation. After a moment of silence, she nodded gently, her tone tinged with regret: "Is that so?"
Then, with a powerful and encouraging gesture, he gently but firmly patted Amano Minaka on the shoulder.
Those deep purple eyes seemed to be illuminated by sunlight at that moment.
"Then you'd better do your best! I'm really looking forward to our match, after all, you're the son of God!"
Despite being a perfectly competent businessman and the future heir to the vast business empire of the Mikage Group, Reio Mikage always maintained a gentle yet resilient look in his eyes.
He did not directly ask Tenno Minaka why he gave up or failed to continue playing football at that time.
In Mikage Reio's view, the person standing in front of her, Amano Minaka, was the best answer.
Reio Mikage gently sat down next to Ten no Michu, accidentally touching the cold drink on the corner of the table, making a soft clinking sound.
"Feel sorry."
Tenno Minaka moved the dripping beverage bottle aside and handed a tissue from his pocket to Mikage Reio. "Drinking iced drinks at night is indeed bad for your health, so I thought I'd leave it here and let it thaw slowly."
Although the indoor heating is sufficient, it can still be a bit cold at times.
Reio Mikage frowned and said, "Why not just take him back to the dormitory? What if he catches a cold..."
At this point, Reio Mikage suddenly paused.
Could it be that she was being bullied? Rumors of internal fighting within Team W were circulating not long ago.
Reio Mikage involuntarily glanced at the boy beside her, unpleasant thoughts surging in her mind like an undercurrent, and her expression became somewhat solemn.
Amano Minaka seemed to keenly catch the worried look in Mikage Reio's eyes, and said with a hint of helplessness, "The accommodations here are really terrible. Eleven people are crammed into one room, and there isn't even a decent bed; we have to sleep on the floor..."
At this point, Tenno Minaka paused deliberately, a mischievous glint in his eyes, "So, I'll just stay in the corridor and enjoy this rare 'private space'."
Ten no Michū's words instantly lightened the previously heavy atmosphere.
“That’s true.” Reio Mikage tilted her head slightly, her gaze falling on the constantly flashing phone screen of Amanomi. “But your phone keeps flashing, are you sure it’s okay?”
Without even glancing at the phone screen, Tenno Minaka pressed the power button.
As the screen dimmed, he said casually, "Just an annoying guy."
“However…” Tenno Minaka’s gaze inadvertently drifted to the corner of the corridor, where a faint light seemed to be flickering.
"That person came looking for you, right? Well then, see you next time, Mikage-kun."
After saying that, Tenno Minaka walked towards another exit.
"Huh?"
Upon hearing this, Reio Mikage's face showed a hint of surprise, and he quickly turned his head.
"Nagi?"
A tall, white-haired boy, clutching his neck, slowly walked towards him.
The boy had a handsome face, and his light brown eyes held a hint of weariness, as if he was aware of Rei-ou Mikage's gaze upon him.
"Ling Wang, so slow."
Upon seeing this, Mikage Reio quickly stood up, a bright smile spreading across her face, and strode towards the water dispenser. "Would you like something to drink?"
"Lemon tea."
“Mon tea.”
"tea."
The sweet, cloying sound of clips echoed in the empty corridor.
Reio Mikage paused for a moment as she was taking water out.
Tenno Minaka, who hadn't gone far, almost slipped.
A note from the author:
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Nagishiro (touching his neck): lemon tea.
Reio Mikage (stunned): ? ……!
Amano Minaka (brain not responding): ? ? ? ……! ?
Nagisa Shirou:OxO
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