Chapter 75 Football 75 The Final Choice.
"Didn't we agree to choose..." Shido Ryusei?
Kira Ryosuke suddenly turned his head, veins bulging on his neck, the movement so forceful it seemed he was about to twist his entire body around.
His eyes widened, filled with disbelief, as he stared intently at Suoh Hyo-hee, his gaze seemingly trying to see right through him.
Suoh Koki's jet-black hair cascaded down like a waterfall, perfectly obscuring his emerald green eyes and completely shutting out Kira Ryosuke's probing intent.
The hand gripping Kira Ryosuke's arm trembled slightly uncontrollably, the fingertips turning white from the excessive force, and the veins on the back of the hand bulging slightly, as if trying to suppress some kind of surging emotion within.
The intense impact of Reio Mikage's shot still lingered in his calf; the deep pain, like the lingering effects of a heavy hammer blow, washed over him in waves. He instinctively looked down, but there was nothing on the empty ground.
But the burning, painful sensation spread uncontrollably like a surging tide, eroding his reason inch by inch from his legs, making his thoughts gradually become blurred.
I need him!
Once this thought arises, it grows wildly like weeds, becoming impossible to suppress.
[Instinct] Substitute King Koki chose Mikage Rei-oh.
not to mention……
not to mention……
The match against Amano Minaka involuntarily surfaced in Suoh Hyoki's mind.
I have never truly beaten him; that seemingly victorious match was nothing more than a handout from Tenno Minaka.
The gods did not deliver the fatal blow to the rebel, nor did the Heavenly Guardian's [Destroy the Five Senses] technique work on him.
"Feel my pain" is nothing but a meaningless empty phrase.
Does this mean I can be even more reckless? Even more wicked?
I'm going to breach the contract again.
Rather than keeping you, my instinct tells me that I want to become stronger.
Suoh Kōki's gaze swept over Shidō Ryūsei, who was sitting casually on the ground.
yes!
Football is an instinctive sport.
I'm going to him.
This idea grew wildly in his mind.
"Come here, Mikage Reio."
Suoh Hyo-ki slightly raised his head, his movements slow yet resolute. His eyes, like those of a greedy predator, were fixed on the distance, as if he wanted to take everything into his possession.
The cold light that flashed in his eyes was like a sharp dagger, instantly piercing Kira Ryosuke's heart, making him shudder.
He's become a selfish person.
"..."
Kira Ryosuke silently and slowly withdrew his gaze, as if he were running away from something. The hand that had been fighting against Suoh Koki also fell limply, its fingers curling slightly.
"He didn't agree to any of our promises. It was all just wishful thinking on our part."
Suoh Hyo-hee's self-deprecating words echoed in the air.
“Choosing him will make us stronger.” Suoh Hyoki’s face flushed slightly, and his eyes gleamed with fanaticism.
His hands waved unconsciously, as if to Kira Ryosuke, or perhaps to emphasize the decision to himself.
"A player with a pentagonal skill set and exceptionally high football IQ ensures that he can pass the ball at any time."
"Don't you want it?"
"Unconditional trust from my teammates."
His tone was tinged with heightened emotion, and it grew increasingly impassioned.
"And to become the 'core'."
Suoh Koki's words, like the whispers of a demon, echoed softly in the still air, each word carrying a seductive power, gradually eroding Kira Ryosuke's inner defenses. Kira Ryosuke felt as if an invisible hand was gripping his heart, and his breathing became rapid.
The clear green seemed to see right through him.
...Kira Ryosuke's heart fluttered.
His Adam's apple bobbed as he swallowed hard, Kira Ryosuke unconsciously gripping the hem of his shirt with both hands, his fingertips turning white from the force.
But he didn't know how to respond to the outcome of this choice.
An arrogant god, a selfish king, a hypocritical chosen one.
It seems that the outcome of the three falling out was destined from the very beginning.
His light brown eyes darted around helplessly, filled with confusion and bewilderment. Somehow, they locked onto the silent Futaba.
Suoh Hyo-hee's sudden change of heart left his two sons stunned, their faces clearly showing their confusion.
He crossed his arms and recalled the events of the previous night.
The atmosphere inside the room was tense, with the three of them each holding their own opinions. After a heated debate, he agreed to send Shido Ryusei to Amano Minaka through the Green Team as an intermediary, on the condition that he must go all out in the next match and not make any mistakes. However, Suoh Koki's actions now puzzled him greatly.
Is the agreement void?
The two sons waved their hands thoughtfully.
Giving away victory to others is not in line with his way of doing things.
However, Suoh Koki's emotions fluctuated too much, and Kira Ryosuke had been indulging him. In order not to disrupt the team's unity, and in addition to his recent interactions with Suoh Koki, he discovered that Suoh Koki was easily influenced by his emotions.
Especially for a wrestler of Suoh Hyoki's caliber, negative emotions have a greater impact than skill gaps.
He had no choice but to agree to the agreement.
Futsukasa raised his head slightly, his eyes, hidden by his thick bangs, fixed intently on Kira Ryosuke's expression, trying to catch a glimpse of either dissatisfaction with Suoh Koki's change of heart or a firm resolve regarding the current situation. But Kira Ryosuke's expression was hesitant, his eyes flickering uncertainly.
...I'm about to be persuaded.
If left to its own devices, it won't get it far in this self-serving blue prison.
"Didn't we agree that Shido Ryusei would be chosen?" Futaba took a deep breath to calm himself down, then stepped forward steadily, raising his hands slightly in a gesture of acknowledgment. His gaze swept over Suoh Koki and Kira Ryosuke in turn, and he said solemnly, "If you choose Mikage on your own, then I can also request to choose the national god, right?"
These words were like a bucket of cold water, instantly extinguishing Suoh Hyo-ki's high spirits.
Suoh Hyoki's face instantly turned extremely ugly. His eyes, which were originally full of expectation and fervor, dimmed instantly. He looked like a ghost drenched in heavy rain, exuding a gloomy aura.
"Doesn't Kira have a player he wants?" Futaba turned her head slightly, her gaze fixed on Kira Ryosuke. Seeing that his lips were slightly parted, as if he wanted to speak, she spoke first, "Since there's nothing to say, shall we draw lots?"
It was both a test and a provocation.
Kunishin Rensuke is indeed the player he wants.
His strong muscles always unleash amazing energy on the court, and his running and passing are full of power. Moreover, compared to others, Kunishin Rensuke is more receptive to advice.
Since the previous agreement is null and void, Niko Ichihachi, as the commander of the Green Team, will naturally prioritize the Green Team's victory.
Upon hearing the discussion among the three members of Team Green, Kunishin Rensuke and Mikage Reio, who were not far away, stopped in their tracks instantly.
Reio Mikage froze, a look of astonishment flashing across his face, clearly surprised to be mentioned. His eyes widened slightly, filled with disbelief.
...You actually chose me?
In an instant, his mind flashed back to the scenes of his repeated defeats on the field, like a projector. The moments of being crushed by opponents and abandoned by teammates weighed on him like heavy shackles, making it hard to breathe.
Even someone like me, who is constantly being discarded, has the possibility of being chosen.
Meanwhile, Shido Ryusei, sitting on the ground, looked irritated and kept pulling at the grass on the soccer field with both hands.
Although he couldn't hear what the three members of the Green Team were saying, seeing them pointing and gesturing at the three members of the Red Team as if they were picking through goods, Shido Ryusei's annoyance grew wildly like weeds.
He clenched his teeth, his facial muscles twitching slightly, his eyes filled with resentment and anger. But he also knew that in Blue Prison, only the victors had the right to choose, and he could only swallow his anger helplessly.
Finally, the three members of the Green Team ended their negotiations.
"Mikage, come here."
The two sons waved their hands and spoke, their voices carrying clearly.
Upon hearing this, Kunigami Rensuke was taken aback at first, a hint of disappointment flashing across his face, but he quickly regained his composure. A warm smile appeared on his lips as he raised his hand and gently patted Mikage Reio's shoulder, saying firmly, "Go, Reio."
"I'll catch up with you soon."
Feeling the familiar weight on her shoulder, Mikage Reio took a deep breath and reached out to tie up her loose hair again with a clean and efficient movement.
He raised his head, his gaze fixed firmly on Kunishin Rensuke, his eyes gleaming with confidence: "I'll be waiting for you up ahead, Kunishin."
Having said that, Reio Mikage straightened her back and strode toward the three members of the Green Team.
The red jersey stood out against the green background, and Rei Mikage gradually blended into the crowd.
A new competition seems to be about to begin.
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Author's Note: Even someone like me, who is constantly being discarded, has the possibility of being chosen. ＊
This refers to Nagi choosing Kiyo in the second round, choosing Chikiri in the third round, losing in the fourth round and falling back to choosing Suoh in the third round, with Reioh being the option that was discarded.
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