章 181: MVP

"And now, please step up to the stage to receive your medals, the winners of the second bracket of the Tokyo tournament, Shoto Junior High School!"

Shun heard the cheers and applause coming from the stands as his teammates began walking toward the stage. He felt his hand tremble slightly as Ren, who was in front of him in line, started walking.

Shun looked down to see his hands shaking with anticipation. He glanced at his still feet, then looked up, watching his friends stepping onto the stage. He didn't hesitate any longer. Shun took the first step, then the second, the third... Only when he reached the step and climbed onto the stage did he see the medals resting on a cushion, being handed out one by one to the Shoto players.