Haruma was jogging steadily towards his position, stretching his legs on his way, his eyes calm and locked in focus.
In the stands, Takanami on one side and Kento on the other side were nearly bouncing on their seats, shouting and cheering out loud. Mio held her cheering sign up high, chanting Haruma's name over and over with pure joy and excitement.
Masaru couldn't hold still either, as he was on his feets too, a bright, radiating smile lighting up his face.
"Come on Harumaaa! you've got this!" He shouted, his voice cutting through the roar of the crowds.
Rukia was sitting quietly with a warm, faint smile tugging at her lips, until her gaze drifted instinctively towards the sidelines near the technical area where Mintao sensei, Raon and Shiori stood.
Upon seeing Shiori, Rukia's eyes widened, clearly surprised by Shiori's presence there.
