Chapter 106: Ryuji's Rush

The field was a battleground of tension and determination as Ryuji sprinted down the turf, the game's fate hanging by a thread. The scoreboard read 35-39 in favor of Shinkai High, and every second counted. Less than a minute remained, and Seiryuu High had one last shot at seizing victory.

The crowd roared with excitement, their collective breath held as Ryuji's form cut through the field like a comet.

"Go, Ryuji, go!" Aiko shouted from the sidelines, her voice barely audible over the cacophony. She clutched her clipboard tightly, eyes wide with a mix of anxiety and hope. Her heart raced, synchronized with the pounding of Ryuji's feet against the turf.