The "young lady," Chigiri Hyoma, by virtue of having served as the team's defender for three consecutive matches, successfully obtained the position of starting right winger for the final game.
Everyone wasn't stupid. In the match against Team W, the speed Chigiri displayed was that of a true "fast horse on the wing." At least in Team Z, besides Tendou, no one could run faster than him. With him coordinating with Tendou, Team Z's offense would surely become even sharper and harder to stop.
But this way, Kira Ryosuke's position would have to be moved back.
Speaking of which, Tendou was still quite disappointed in the "pretty boy." He had been expecting this scheming boy, Kira Ryosuke, to stir up some trouble. But now, with the first selection about to end, Kira still hadn't managed to cause any incidents. This made Tendou's deliberate act of keeping him around seem meaningless.
If Kira Ryosuke knew what was on his mind, he would definitely curse this guy for being a terrible person.
These past few days, had Kira not thought about causing trouble more than once? After the first match, he had already seen through Ego Jinpachi's intentions and had recruited Igarashi Gurimu and Isagi to his side, forming a small three-man team.
And the result?
What did that Tendou Kageyoshi do?
He created 8 goals in two matches, completely stealing everyone's attention. Especially that precision-guided passing ability. Which forward wouldn't drool at the sight of that? Even if you were to form a small team, you'd form it with Tendou. Did he, Kira Ryosuke, even get a turn?
On the other hand.
"All the guys here are abnormal."
Kira Ryosuke had invited Kunigami Rensuke. The other had replied, "I hate guys who backstab their teammates. Even if it's a competition, I will win it fair and square."
Next, he had quietly approached Raichi Jingo. The shark-toothed kid had scoffed and said on the spot, "Do you take me for some kind of brainless idiot?"
Aren't you?
Kira really wanted to say that, but in reality, although Raichi had a short temper, he was not stupid at all.
Besides.
That damn Tendou was occupying the center forward position like a stubborn nail; he couldn't compete with him at all. And he couldn't play on the wing or in the midfield, so in the end, he could only be a defender. Since he was playing as a defender with little chance of scoring, why should he benefit Kira Ryosuke instead of Tendou?
Kira was retorted into silence.
He then looked for others. Their value was really not high! After observing, he found that the most talented players in Team Z were all on Tendou's side. Among them, Bachira, Isagi, Gagamaru, and the newly awakened Chigiri were all leaning towards Tendou. Kunigami and Raichi had lost the competition to Tendou, but in their hearts, they actually recognized Tendou's strength and could also be considered Tendou's men.
In the end, Kira looked around and found that, apart from these people, the rest were not worth his effort to win over. Since that was the case, it was better not to recruit anyone at all. Left with no choice, Kira Ryosuke could only grit his teeth and endure.
And now, he had even lost his position on the wing. In this game of thrones, he, Kira Ryosuke, had been utterly defeated.
Fortunately, the first selection was about to end. He probably wouldn't be on the same team as these guys anymore. He really didn't want to see these plagues ever again!
...
Arriving at the cafeteria.
They discovered three figures who were both unfamiliar and familiar.
Mikage Reo, Nagi Seishiro, and Tsurugi Zantetsu.
Team V's Iron Triangle!
Team V's third-round match had ended a step ahead of Team Z's. The others were still training actively at this moment. Only Nagi Seishiro had said he was hungry, so Mikage Reo had brought him to the cafeteria to "forage."
"What a hassle!"
"Why do you have to chew when you eat?"
"And why do you have to swallow it into your stomach after chewing?"
At this moment, the white-haired Nagi Seishiro was holding a knife and fork, constantly muttering the word "hassle." Just the thought of having to complete two more steps to eat this steak made him hang his head in despair.
"What are you talking about, Nagi! You were the one who said you wanted to eat, so we brought you here," Mikage Reo wasn't too speechless; he knew his partner too well. He had some personality flaws and lacked enthusiasm for anything other than playing games. But it was precisely this person who possessed the absolute talent to fulfill Mikage Reo's ambition.
"Is that so? Then I won't eat." Nagi buried his head on the table. "Let's go back, Reo. Carry me."
"Huh? We're going back already? In that case, wouldn't the steak be a waste?" Tsurugi Zantetsu, seeing his companions getting up to leave, suddenly walked up to the steak, looking somewhat troubled. "If I eat someone else's leftovers, will I seem very uncool?"
"What should I do?" he looked at the steak with a serious expression.
This guy is the one who really makes me speechless. Mikage Reo thought, a little exasperated as he picked Nagi up onto his back and rolled his eyes. "You idiot, Zantetsu! We came here for Nagi to eat. How did it end up with us accompanying you to eat?"
Why is everyone around me an idiot?
...
Getting up, leaving.
Just as they reached the door, they happened to run into the entire Team Z, who had come for their victory banquet. It was strange, really. They were all players from Building 5 and shared the same cafeteria, yet this was the first time the two teams had met.
"The guys from Team Z!"
"Ah, hello. You're from Team V, right? Congratulations on advancing."
Kira Ryosuke's eyes focused, and he immediately put on a smile, taking the initiative to talk to them. He knew from the video recordings that the three in front of him were Team V's famous Iron Triangle. They were the ones they needed to be most wary of in their upcoming match. But Kira had always believed in the principle of "more friends, more paths," especially in a dangerous place like Blue Lock. Befriending powerful players could only benefit him.
"Kira Ryosuke, is it? I've seen you on TV. It seems like it's already confirmed that you'll be skipping a grade to join the U-18 team?"
...
"Yes, it's a pleasure to meet you. You are..."
"Sorry, I have no intention of becoming friends with you or anything. If possible, I'd rather not even be on the same field as you."
Huh?
Kira Ryosuke's smile froze. Those words were too harsh, too condescending.
But this was Mikage Reo. He was born into a wealthy family, a true second-generation rich kid, a young master. Having been born with a golden spoon in his mouth, he had no reason to be afraid of anyone. Just as his parents often said, "We can buy you anything you want."
Naturally, Mikage Reo couldn't help but be full of pride. He was only passionate about the people and things that interested him. He said, "I hate vulgar people and boring people. You're both."
Kira Ryosuke was considered a famous genius in the country, often appearing on television and in newspapers. Mikage Reo hated his phony act in front of the media. He would absolutely not be friends with a guy who liked and was good at pretending.
"You son of a bitch!" Kira Ryosuke's face darkened. He cursed inwardly. There really isn't a single normal person here. His previously successful social skills were hitting a wall everywhere here.
What kind of anti-human world is this?!
"Don't block the way, you fool."
At this moment, Tendou pushed through the crowd and walked in. His tall figure immediately attracted Mikage Reo's attention.
"So tall... a little taller than Nagi."
"White hair, blue eyes... so it's him. Team Z's Tendou Kageyoshi!"
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