Chapter 52 Football - Match Ends
Unable to move, completely paralyzed.
Compared to the clueless members of Team Z, Suoh Koki, who had witnessed Amano Minaka's illness, understood the situation much better.
Guillain-Barré syndrome.
A common demyelinating disease of the spinal and peripheral nerves. Also known as acute idiopathic polyneuritis or symmetrical polyradiculitis. Clinically, it manifests as progressive ascending symmetrical paralysis, flaccid paralysis of the limbs, and varying degrees of sensory disturbances.
The illnesses and obstacles that once plagued Amano Minaka are now reappearing on the bodies of the Z Team members.
My vision has lost its former clarity, my hearing has begun to slowly decline, and even my most direct sense of touch has become dulled.
The feel of the jersey, the calls of teammates, tactical instructions, the gentle breeze... these once-familiar sensations now seem to have been ripped away, becoming blurry and distant.
His steps were heavy, his movements were a little clumsy, and his reactions seemed a beat slow.
Suoh Hyo-hee gritted his teeth, and an astonishing will burst forth from his trembling body as he resolutely took a step forward.
Is this the "Son of God"?
As expected of you!
Has one's mastery of mental power reached such a level?
I can no longer keep up with you, can I?
The strings of his heart trembled slightly with unease, each one carrying uncertainty about the future and doubts about his self-worth. He slowly loosened his clenched fists, which had once held boundless determination and strength, but now seemed to be dissolved by some invisible force.
Am I holding you back?
A subtle glint of moisture flickered in his green eyes, while in the distance, in front of the goal, Amano Minaka watched with a stoic expression as Suoh Koki staggered slightly.
Suoh Hyo-hee lowered his head, his left hand weakly supporting his forehead.
Don't look at me with that disappointed yet longing gaze.
It's me!
It's not just me who's bound, it's you too.
I'm very sorry, we failed to meet your expectations, and therefore we have to break the contract.
If possible, please stride forward and never look back. Stop locking my wings and stop building a cage for myself.
As Suoh Hyoki thought this, his steps forward became heavy and slow.
Suddenly, an even faster figure overtook him and headed straight for Tenno Minaka, who was holding the ball for Team W.
Qianqie?
Suoh Hyo-ki's gaze suddenly focused, and he recognized that familiar figure in the rushing crowd. The fiery red hair was like a burning flame, flying wildly in the wind, each strand seemingly containing endless vitality and unruliness.
"King Suzu, what are you still dawdling over there for?" Thousand-Cut Leopard Horse's voice cut through the noise, clear and with a hint of barely perceptible mockery. "If this is what you call a big battle, then we'll have to reconsider our cooperation next time. After all, I'm a self-serving person, and I have extremely high standards for results."
Senkichi Hyoma's words were like a gentle breeze, lightly brushing against Suoh Hyoki's heart, instantly dispelling the hesitation and confusion in his heart caused by the desire for victory and the fear of failure.
yes.
Egoists like us only pursue victory in the competition!
The desire to win outweighs the feeling of guilt.
With this resolve solidified, Suoh Hyokichi's steps became even more firm and powerful. He no longer hesitated, no longer wavered, but closely followed in the footsteps of Senkiri Hyoba, the two fighting side by side, charging together towards the goal of victory.
Seeing this, a hint of seriousness flashed in Tenno Minaka's eyes. He lightly stepped on the soccer ball with his right foot, attempting to deceive Senkiri Hyoma with a superb feint. First, he pretended to kick forward, causing Senkiri Hyoma to move slightly. Then, his toes seemed to magically extend and retract, trying to create an opening.
A gust of wind carrying the scent of aggression quietly rose from behind Tenno Minaka, making him shudder. He quickly turned around, his dark blue hair fluttering in the wind, unable to conceal the astonishment and surprise in his eyes.
"Surprised by my appearance here?"
Just then, Suoh Koki's voice rang out. He had launched a surprise attack from the flank, snatching the ball back from Tenno Minaka's feet with lightning speed and skillfully bypassing the opponent's defense, as if everything was under his control.
“I know you better than anyone else; all your actions point to our shared agreement.”
A perfectly executed pass arced through the air, the black and white ball landing precisely at the feet of the red figure charging forward—Qianqie Baoma. Without hesitation, he received the ball and immediately unleashed a shot, the entire movement executed flawlessly.
Team W's goalkeeper deftly neutralized the powerful shot.
The ball traced a beautiful arc in the air before finally landing at Kira Ryosuke's feet.
He calmly controlled the ball, and a precise pass instantly ignited the stadium.
The ball, like a shooting star streaking across the sky, flew directly to the feet of Tenno Minaka, who was about to break through Z Team's defense. The opponent was charging towards the penalty area with overwhelming force.
Almost simultaneously, Qianqie Baoma, like a cheetah unsheathed, tensed all its muscles and locked its gaze on the black and white ball that carried infinite possibilities, and began a contest of speed.
Amano Minaka's body was slightly turned to the side, his feet firmly planted on the ground. Senkiri Hyoma attempted to steal possession of the ball with a flashy dribble, but Amano Minaka, seeing this, executed a precise side slide and skillful body positioning, not only preventing Senkiri Hyoma's attempt to steal the ball but also firmly controlling it at his feet.
"I've already told you, everything you do is within my expectations."
Suoh Koki silently circled around to Amanomichi's side, displaying astonishing speed and judgment. Instead of charging directly, he skillfully used his body's strength and balance, employing a subtle sidestep and a slight touch of his arm to perfectly disrupt Amanomichi's rhythm in controlling the ball.
Immediately afterwards, Suoh Koki used this power to skillfully guide Amano Minaka to one side of the court with near-perfect teamwork, and at the last moment, with irresistible force, slammed Amano Minaka to the ground, along with the ball.
The dark shadow cast by the incandescent light made Tenno Minaka momentarily lose her senses.
"Wang Xiaoxi, yellow card warning."
The black and white ball was stopped by Jie Shiyi, who had been waiting for an opportunity. Just as he was about to run straight with the ball, he saw Suoh Hyoki running in his direction.
No way? Not again?
But he had no time to think and could only rely on instinct to quickly escape with the ball, determined to retain this hard-won control. However, Jie Shiyi's speed did not seem to be enough to completely get rid of the predicament, and Tian Zhimin followed closely behind, gradually narrowing the distance between them.
“World's First Lord.” Ten no Michū’s voice was cold and firm. At the same time, Suou Koki’s clear but equally unquestionable voice came from another direction: “Kiyoshi, give me the ball.”
The two voices met in the air, creating an indescribable sense of oppression.
As Jie Shi looked up, she saw two opponents and teammates, each with a different build but exuding the same "devilish" aura, rushing towards her. Their eyes were filled with a desire for victory, as if they were truly ferocious demons who had stepped out of mythology, casting a tense and uneasy atmosphere over the entire stadium.
Jie Shiyi even had the illusion that he was not on the green field, but had stumbled into some mysterious and unpredictable tale.
Ten no Michu launched the first attack, and with his excellent anticipation and speed, he almost touched the ball at Kiyoshi's feet.
But at that very moment, Suoh Hyo-ki's figure flashed by like lightning. His movements were half a beat faster than anyone else's, and he directly chose to shoot.
The black and white ball drew a beautiful arc in the air, grazing past Tenno Minaka's astonished face at an astonishing speed. His dark blue hair was disheveled by the wind, and his body lost its balance due to the sudden impact, falling heavily to the ground.
9:4
Suoh Hyoki suddenly grabbed his collar and wiped away the fine beads of sweat that had slid down to his chin, his gaze slowly shifting to Ten no Minaka.
The "Son of God" prostrate on the ground, the "King" standing tall with his eyes fixed on the future.
God's head was cut off, and the king who had been bound by chains broke free of his shackles and became independent.
At this moment, the dawn is faintly visible, and the fruits of victory seem within reach.
Suoh Hyo-ki spoke words filled with hope: "I have devoured Jie, and now no one will be able to stop us from sitting on the throne of the world's number one king."
"I will put you back on your pedestal."
Please forgive me.
Unable to control her expression, Tenno Minaka could only bite her lower lip hard.
Why?! Suoh Hyo-ki.
They've already broken the contract, so why are they putting their hopes on me again?
It's over, for us.
The final whistle blew, and Team W won by a large margin of 9-4. Whether it was the joy of victory or the bitterness of defeat, it all seemed to temporarily dissipate with that whistle.
Amano Minaka took a deep breath, as if trying to inhale all his emotions into his chest and then let them vanish. He picked up his jacket, which he had forgotten on the court, and without looking back or lingering, he began his journey away.
Seeing this, the other members of Team W followed in his footsteps, their figures gradually disappearing at the end of the field.
The moment Tenno Minaka stepped off the court, it was as if he had broken free from some invisible constraint. The discomfort brought by the [Extinguish Five Senses] vanished instantly, as if it had never existed.
The players on Team Z also felt their poor physical condition relieved in an instant.
"Wow, it feels like a scene from an anime where the villain makes a sad exit." Naruho Asahi said with a hint of teasing, gently poking the panting Gaigamaru Gin next to him.
"Hmm? So, we're the main characters then?" Iya Maru tried moving her legs a bit, and after confirming that she was alright, she frowned slightly. "But speaking of which, that guy's ability is just too overpowered, it's practically a bug-level existence."
"The protagonist? Have you ever seen a protagonist lose so miserably?" Raishi Jingo pointed to the scoreboard, the glaring score seemingly telling the bitter story of defeat.
"In the next match, we must win back a point." Suoh Hyo-hee's voice was calm and firm. He wiped the sweat from his cheeks from bottom to top, and his cold face inadvertently revealed a complex emotion that combined determination and obedience.
“Otherwise, we wouldn’t be qualified to continue.” His tone revealed an undeniable resolve.
"Bet on everything, follow me."
At this moment, the goal is clearer than ever before.
Fully prepared, we are determined to write our own chapter of triumph, taking the lead in our own story.
Whether it was right or wrong, Suga Hyo-hee no longer wanted to delve into it.
I will not regret any choice I make that stems from my own emotions.
The protagonist's stubbornness is vividly displayed in him.
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Author's note: *Source: Baidu.
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