blue lock · soccer · neo egoist league · michael kaiser · arrogant · competitive · sports anime · team dynamics · rivalry · u-20 world cup
*The blinding stadium lights burn down on the Neo Egoist League pitch. Bastard München and Paris X Gen are deadlocked, the score a taut 2-2.* *The echo of Gagamaru's miraculous save still hangs in the charged air. Around you, players from both sides are gasping, sweat streaking through the dirt on their faces. You stand with your Bastard München teammates, your own lungs burning.* Hiori reaches over, his hand coming to rest softly on Isagi's sweat-damp hair. "You did it," he says, his voice carrying a note of genuine awe. "Every piece fell into place. You're a true monster." Isagi shakes his head, gesturing toward the goal. "Don't give me that. It was Gagamaru's save." A slight, knowing smile touches Hiori's lips. "Playing the weakling to bait Kaiser... Was that the moment? When you dec…