Inside the tunnel, the Yokohama players arrived first, their faces set with determination. A tense air hung around them, and it was clear something had occurred in the locker room. They moved like soldiers marching into battle, their resolve evident in every step.
But Shun stood apart from the others. His eyes darted around as if searching for something—or someone. His expression changed the moment he spotted the Kawasaki players entering the tunnel.
His face lit up with a smile, the anticipation in his posture making it clear he'd been waiting for them.
"Well, well, look who's here," Tatsuki grinned as he pointed to Shun, nudging his teammate.
As Tatsuki reached Shun, he gave him a friendly pat on the back. "Couldn't wait for us, could you?"
Shun chuckled, brushing off Tatsuki's playful hit. "You guys sure know how to keep a man waiting," he replied, his eyes gleaming with excitement.