Heavy silence was hanging over the field as if everyone was holding their breaths.
Then, in an instant, the gathered players on the sidelines erupted in thunderous cheers, their shouts tearing through the stillness in the air.
Haruma then slowly rose, standing on his feets with his face devoid of any emotions.
Just then, Itsuki with a bright smile came jogging and gave a firm pat on Haruma's back.
On the other side Raya and his team remained frozen in their places, their faces a blend of shock and disbelief, trying to process what they just witnessed…
The whistle blew once again restarting the game with Raya and Makoto exchanging cautious, careful passes.
Just behind them Itsuki kept closing in, looking for the slightest chance to steal the ball.
Meanwhile, Haruma was moving with calm almost lazy strides, his efforts to intercept the ball seemed half-hearted. Yet, his sharp, focused eyes were helding a intensity brewing within him.
