Ma'el looked forward nonchalantly, pretending it was just small talk.
"Beep beep!"
The referee blew the whistle signaling the players to enter the field, and all players snapped out of their thoughts, taking a few deep breaths before following the referee.
"Aaahhh.....!!" As soon as they entered the field, the entire stadium erupted in deafening cheers, everyone stood up to applaud the players, including some neutral tourists.
Ma'el stepped onto the field amidst the spotlight, causing many to take photos and scream. Never before had such a charming youth stood in the first position for the France team.
"Leon!!"
"We believe in you!"
"Go for it!!"
Amidst the voices of encouragement, Ma'el held his head high with a surging feeling of pressure and motivation flowing through his body, causing his hands to clench tightly once more.
"Ouch....!" The cute ball boy beside him winced in pain, looking at him pleadingly.
