Chapter 22 Football 22 One-on-One Two-on-One
Thanks to Nagishiro Shirou, Amano Minaka didn't sleep well all night.
My mind is filled with thoughts of lemon tea.
He couldn't understand how someone who was 1.9 meters tall could make such a sound.
What impressed me even more was that his voice cracked.
Tenno Minaka couldn't help but shudder.
When Toyama Ryo woke up, he saw Ten no Minaka huddled in a corner, looking haggard with empty eyes, as if he had exhausted all his strength overnight. A faint black aura surrounded him, making him look like a vengeful spirit.
"Ten no Miyabi, are you alright?"
Amano Minaka buried her face in her knees, and after a long while, she said in a barely audible voice, "I want to drink lemon tea."
Ryo Toyama said uncertainly, "I... I'll go buy it for you now?"
"Thank you, but no need. I need to go to training." Amano Minaka got up, walked over Kira Ryosuke's bed, and went to the bathroom to wash up.
Amano Minaka slowly walked in from the end of the corridor, his gaze inadvertently sweeping over the empty football field, but unexpectedly catching a glimpse of a leaping figure.
He had originally planned to find a quiet training space, but the sound of the football and his feet skimming across the grass made him stop involuntarily.
Upon closer inspection, it turned out to be Yukimiya Kenyu from Team X, who was practicing his shooting skills.
"Good morning."
Amano Minaka's clear and melodious voice caught Yukimiya Kenyu's attention. His orange eyes behind his glasses shimmered in the light.
Their eyes met, and an unspoken understanding quietly filled the air.
"I forgot to ask your name yesterday. I am Amano Minaka."
Amano Minaka introduced himself with a smile, while a soccer ball nimbly rolled under his feet, as if silently announcing the upcoming match.
Before he finished speaking, he charged towards Yukimiya Kenyu like a cheetah, the soccer ball at his feet seemingly an extension of his body, dancing with his movements.
"Yukimiya Kenyu".
Yukimiya Kensuke announced his name, his orange eyes fixed on the ball at his feet.
Yukimiya Kenyu was intently observing every subtle movement of Amano Minaka, searching for any fleeting opening. He seized an opportunity, his right foot flashing out like lightning, attempting to intercept the ball.
This seemingly perfect interception, however, fell into Ten no Minaka's trap.
The gap that Tenno Minaka deliberately exposed was actually a carefully laid bait. With a light tap of his left foot, he skillfully tilted his body to avoid the opening, simultaneously using the momentum to leap upwards. The soccer ball beneath his feet soared high into the air, then quickly passed Yukimiya Kenyu, bringing the ball to a stop. This series of movements was fluid and seamless.
Stepping on the ball, lobbing the ball, dribbling past opponents, stopping the ball...
Every movement was precise and flawless, and every touch of the ball was full of power and beauty.
Amano Minaka executed a perfect volley in mid-air, the ball tracing a beautiful arc before landing steadily in the distant net.
This unexpected short training match ended with a brilliant goal from Tenno Michu.
"Clap clap clap." The sound of applause suddenly rang out.
A purple-haired boy had somehow appeared and was now standing at the edge of the court.
“Mikage?” Ten no Mikage recognized the purple-haired boy.
"What's the point of two people kicking? What if I join in?"
The purple in Reio Mikage's eyes deepened, and her words carried a hint of provocation and anticipation.
Needless to say, an even more intense three-on-three training session is about to begin.
With the addition of Reio Mikage, the once calm football field was instantly filled with sparks.
The three quickly adjusted their positions, forming a subtle triangular formation, as if they were searching for each other's weaknesses at every moment.
"Ready? I won't hold back."
Reio Mikage's voice carried a hint of provocation, a playful smile playing on her lips, while her deep purple eyes gleamed with unwavering resolve.
Upon hearing this, Yukimiya Kenyu's lips curled up slightly. No further words were needed; his eyes conveyed everything.
"Come on, the first one to score is the winner," Amano Minaka suggested, standing between the two. "Would the winner like to get some water?"
Upon hearing this, Reio Mikage gently lifted the soccer ball off the ground with her toe, a movement that was both elegant and powerful.
He shot towards the goal like an arrow released from a bow, leaving a trail of light yet firm footprints.
"Shouldn't the loser treat?"
Reio Mikage's words carried a hint of mockery, but her footsteps showed no sign of slowing down, clearly eager to demonstrate her strength.
Amano Minaka seemed to transform into a green lightning bolt, passing Yukimiya Kenyu and rushing towards Mikage Reio.
At the moment of approach, he suddenly changed his move and launched a sliding tackle at Reio Mikage.
"Because only the winners can make the rules."
The moment Tenno Minaka made the successful tackle, his body was as taut and swift as an arrow released from a bow, raising a fine cloud of dust behind him.
The moment he stood up, Yukimiya Kensuke appeared where the ball landed, his gaze sharp as an eagle's, locked on the ball's trajectory.
"The fisherman benefits."
"Itsuki Miyako said gently."
His movements were agile and flexible, each push-off from the ground unleashing astonishing power, heading straight for the opponent's goal.
Reio Mikage and Minaka Amano followed closely behind, each looking for an opportunity to wrest possession of the ball from Kenyu Yukimiya's feet.
This guy seems to be even stronger than before.
Amano Minaka thought to himself, his eyes darkening. "This is troublesome!" he sighed softly, but a hint of excitement crept onto his lips.
Reio Mikage lowered her eyes slightly, a complex light flickering in her deep eyes, her gaze inadvertently meeting that of Ten no Mikasa.
They attacked Yukimiya Kenyu from both the left and right.
Despite being attacked from both sides, Yukimiya Kenyu showed no sign of panic; instead, a calm smile appeared on his lips.
The real contest has only just begun.
Yukimiya Kenyu's body swayed nimbly with the direction of the ball, each feint perfectly deceiving his opponent's eyes. His changes of direction were so fast, like a reflection on the water's surface, making him unpredictable.
But one person cannot defeat two.
Amano Minaka intercepted Yukimiya Kenyu's next move, and Mikage Reio leaned down to steal the ball from his feet.
The situation has reversed.
Ten no Michū's attention was highly focused; his gaze was like a precise scanner, meticulously observing Mikage Reio's feet.
The muscles in her legs tensed and relaxed with Rei's subtle movements, and no minute change escaped Amanomi's eyes.
With his rich experience and keen intuition, Tenno Minaka attempted to predict Reio Mikage's next move.
"So, what would you two like to drink?"
Golden eyes swept over the two of them, and without hesitation, she inserted her foot between Mikage Reio's legs.
Yukimiya Kenyu said, "Shouldn't we be asking you that question?"
Just as Amanomichi was about to kick the ball, Mikage Reio unexpectedly and precisely tapped it with his heel.
As if given life, the football bypassed Tenno Minaka's prediction with an almost magical trajectory and landed precisely at Yukimiya Kenyu's feet.
This unexpected pass not only broke the balance on the field but also pushed the tense atmosphere to a climax.
After receiving the ball, Yukimiya Kenyu did not hesitate at all.
With a crisp thud, the football soared into the air, cutting through the sky and leaving a dazzling arc as it hurtled towards the top corner of the goal.
Amano Minaka demonstrated his amazing reaction speed and physical abilities.
With his excellent anticipation and reaction, he managed to save the football that was about to decide the outcome of the game.
"!"
"We've fallen into their trap."
Tenno Minaka stood up, a faint smile playing on his lips.
Immediately afterward, Amano Minaka took a shot without hesitation, his words carrying an undeniable air, "My shooting range covers the entire field!"
The black and white soccer ball once again sliced through the air, charging toward the other goal with unstoppable momentum.
The swift attack made the air tremble, and even Mikage Reio and Yukimiya Kenyu were involuntarily stunned, feeling the strong airflow brought by the football and hearing the booming sound of the airflow exploding in their ears.
For a moment, apart from the tinnitus, it seemed as if all other sounds had disappeared.
The football goes into the net.
Amano Minaka crossed her arms and looked at the two people in front of her with a playful look in her eyes, "How about Lemon Tea?"
"...No!" Mikage Reio turned her head away.
"real?"
"Never mind... this will do."
Where is the Snow Palace?
Yukimiya Kenyu didn't quite understand their reactions, but still pointed at Mikage Reio, "Just like him."
Reio Mikage and Kenyu Yukimiya hit it off immediately, and their conversation became increasingly pleasant.
When Ten no Michū returned with the water, their conversation had already extended to the brand's promotion.
Huh? How long have I been gone? I can't understand a word they're saying.
Tenno Minaka was holding three bottles of water, his expression slightly stiff.
With excitement gleaming in her eyes, Mikage Reio said to Yukimiya Kenyu, "The strategy you just mentioned, which utilizes social media storytelling for marketing, is truly insightful."
"The KOL collaboration strategy you mentioned is also very forward-thinking." Yukimiya Kenshin nodded.
Seeing that Amano Minaka looked dazed, Mikage Reio asked in confusion, "Eh? Amano Minaka doesn't understand? Wasn't your mother's surname Himuro before?"
These are all well-known family groups, so their educational methods should be quite similar.
How did you know?
Now it was Amanomichi's turn to be puzzled. He didn't believe that he had the ability to get the only son of a man with 708 billion yen to investigate him.
“I had previously seen the U-18 investment promotion plan at my father’s place, which contained information about all of you.”
Reio Mikage gently tied her purple hair back up, explaining somewhat awkwardly, "I wasn't interested in football at the time, so I passed on it."
"I only remembered this project when I saw you yesterday."
U-18?
Yukimiya Kenyu paused for a moment as he wiped his sweat.
Upon hearing this, Tenno Minaka handed the two of them the water in his hand, then turned on his phone, his brows furrowed, revealing an indescribable anger.
"They actually did it?"
"What's wrong?" Mikage Reio asked with concern.
Yukimiya Kenyu, who was standing nearby, also stopped drinking water and looked over.
Tenno Minaka put down his phone, his expression extremely dangerous.
"Good riddance. A bunch of bastards who try to have their cake and eat it too deserve to get nothing."
The phone finally turned on, the screen lit up, and messages came in one after another.
[The Smell of a Goal (Shido)]: [Image - Food]
[The Scent of a Goal (Shido)]: [Image & Goal Score]
[The Smell of a Goal (Shido)]: [Images - Training Images]
[The Smell of a Goal (Shido)]: [Image/Selfie]
Amano Minaka stared speechlessly at the string of messages.
【middle】:?
[The Smell of a Goal (Shido)]: [Image/Selfie]
"Is it the same one as last time?" Mikage Reio asked curiously.
"Ah." Ten no Michū shut down his computer again.
A note from the author:
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KOL refers to online influencers who promote products.
I've read the spin-off.
It's basically just reshooting the first season from a different perspective. And many scenes are from the first season of the anime. It gives the impression of being rushed and superficial.
And then there are actually 3D miniature figures.
And Zhan Tie is so cool!
Please, please confiscate all the hairspray in Blue Prison and give it all to Jie Shiyi.
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