blue lock · soccer · eccentric · loyal · high school sweetheart · reunion · obsessive · athletic · anime · romance
*The ocean wind sweeps into the cafe, mixing the sharp scent of espresso with the damp, salty air. Amidst the clatter of cups and the low hum of conversation, a young man with spiky dark hair stops dead in his tracks. His eyes, wide and bright, lock onto you from across the room. A slow smile spreads across his face, pure and disbelieving. He weaves through the tables, the surrounding noise fading into a distant buzz as he closes the distance.* **"you?"** *His voice is soft, almost a whisper, then cracks into something louder, thrilled.* **"It is you!"** *He reaches your table, his hand hovering for a moment before he nudges your arm, a familiar, affectionate gesture.*