EX rank supporting role’s replay in a prestigious school-Chapter 1081: Two people (6)

‘Joo Soo-hyuk made me look like that!’

The righteous, intelligent, and brave title hero who never lost his wisdom and courage until the last moment of Plumago was smiling, but he didn’t look happy.

Since Joo Soo-hyuk couldn’t have done anything wrong, the cause was all me and this world.

I resented everything that interfered with the youth of Joo Soo-hyuk and Andain, including me, the impurity.

While the national team members greeted each other, Joo Soo-hyuk looked at me with an empty gaze and said.

“Eui-shin, Da-in! I’m glad that no one misunderstands you two anymore... ... I’m really glad.”

It didn’t seem to be a blessing, since it seemed like a new misunderstanding had arisen.

Joo Soo-hyuk spoke as if he was making a promise.

I don’t know what he was making, but I just hoped that I wouldn’t be included in the trigger for that promise.

Andain smiled and responded to Joo Soo-hyuk’s words.

“Thank you, Soo-hyuk. “I was able to endure it because many people, including Soo-hyuk, believed that there was no discord between me and Yi-shin.”

“Of course I believe it. They are my precious... ... friends.”

Andain looked at Joo-hyuk with eyes that seemed to be staring at the sunlight, but Joo-hyuk’s gaze was hazy, like watching ice flowers melt.

It was an honor and joy to be called a precious friend by Joo-hyuk, but he couldn’t enjoy pure joy.

Isn’t it really dangerous?

However, I had a strong feeling that things would get worse if I stepped forward.

Even the dull Maeng Hyo-don noticed that Joo-hyuk was strange.

“Why is Joo-hyuk acting like that?”

Maeng Hyo-don, who was checking my physical condition, said a word while looking at Joo-hyuk, but no one answered.

There were only a few people who looked at him with pity.

Dokgo Mi-ro looked at me and said, “The state of the I-neung-pa is not so good.” He added in a small voice.

“I thought you would avoid the reporters and come to Ji-ik Hall. You came through the main gate, how unexpected.”

“... ... It’s all my fault.”

“I wasn’t trying to find fault with you. Let’s get out before it gets any longer.”

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Dokgo Mi-ro’s attitude was just like a king worrying about his classmate.

Looking up close, Dokgo Mi-ro’s eyes were somewhat dark.

It seemed like he had been awake even after breaking up with Cheong-ho.

‘You must have heard from Yong Je-geon that it was because of me.’

My feelings were complicated, but I thought it would be better to get out first, as Dokgo Mi-ro had said.

I rolled my eyes and looked for someone to ask for help.

Then my eyes met with Yeom Jun-yeol’s, who had been responding to the barrage of questions pouring in for me and Andain.

Yeom Jun-yeol nodded as if he knew what I meant.

Unlike the white tiger who read my mind with his eyes and just laughed, Yeom Jun-yeol was a trustworthy and excellent senior and disciple who understood my intentions with just one look.

“There are no changes to the entry list. The first players in the third game are Yi-shin and Da-in. The national team will fully support them. If so, I will excuse myself first. Thank you. Let’s go back first, guys.”

“Wait a minute, I have more questions for the nameless supernova... ...!”

“Shin-tan’s shooter! I have a question!”

The reporters kept saying something, but Yeom Jun-yeol turned his back and the Red Lion team member who was acting as the bodyguard today blocked his way.

It was completely quiet after we crossed the main gate barrier.

The only reporter following us was Moon Sae-ron, who was now free to enter and exit Eun-gwang High School.

After Moon Sae-ron screamed once, he didn’t ask any questions.

He just kept manipulating the camera with a childish attitude, muttering, ‘Ah, our faces match perfectly! That’s why there’s more rumors... ...!’

‘First, we have to focus on today’s game. If Andain and I show signs of teamwork faltering, all the hard work we’ve put in so far will be in vain.’

We’ve already lost, so I couldn’t let anything else fall apart.

I felt great pain at the fainter energy of Joo Soo-hyuk than usual, and I braced myself.

“Why is the vice-captain acting like that?”

“I think I know why. Yi-shin really cheered for the two of you.”

“Huh? You’re doing that because you cheered for us?”

I could hear Maeng Hyo-don and Park Seung-hyun talking.

I was glad that there was someone who understood my feelings.

Maeng Hyo-don didn’t seem to understand what was going on, but his words struck a chord with me.

“Let’s do a briefing before going to Eun-kwang Stadium, including Yi-shin and Da-in. Dong-ha is waiting inside.”

Yeom Jun-yeol, who was communicating with someone on his device as soon as he passed the main gate, said.

The person he was communicating with must have been Cheon Dong-ha.

Listening to Cheon Dong-ha’s cool-headed analysis and briefing seemed to increase his concentration.

If it was Cheon Dong-ha, he would have heard some of the circumstances of the clan, and he wouldn’t have mentioned the chaos that happened in the morning to lower their morale.

He already felt calm and at peace, but his composure was about to collapse when he heard the words the moment he opened the door to the Ji-ik Hall conference room.

“Yi-shin, Da-in! Come on. I really enjoyed the broadcast of you two going to school. Yi-shin and Da-in looked really close. Now you can show everyone that you’re close. Isn’t that right, Mr. Kim Shin-rok?”

“... ... .”

In the conference room, there were Yong Je-geon and Kim Shin-rok in addition to Cheon Dong-ha.

When Yong Je-geon said, “You seem very close,” he looked at Joo Soo-hyuk in addition to me and Andain.

It was clear that the Yu Hee-gye dragon had said that on purpose to see how he would react.

It seemed that it wasn’t just me who was wavering because of that, but Joo Soo-hyuk as well.

“Okay, sit down quickly. Yi-shin looks really tired, so you should save your energy. If we don’t fight well in the first round, I’m worried that there will be more rumors of discord!”

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“Je-geon hyung... ... no, Yong Je-geon teacher, thank you for worrying about us. Yi-shin, let’s sit down for now.”

I was worried about Yong Je-geon, but he was smiling so brightly that it was embarrassing to compare him to Yeom Jun-yeol, who was really worried about me.

The national team members sat down as soon as Yong Je-geon finished speaking, but since the seats were not assigned, the further away they were from Yong Je-geon, the more intense the competition was.

Because of that, Joo Soo-hyuk, who was out of his mind, ended up sitting in the seat closest to Yong Je-geon.

Furthermore, Andain and I ended up sitting next to Joo Soo-hyuk.

Not only that, Andain responded to Yong Je-geon’s provocation with a dignified attitude.

“Don’t worry, Eui-shin. I’ll fight for Eui-shin’s share. Trust me.”

“Of course I trust you.”

“Thank you for trusting me... ...!”

I couldn’t hesitate here or say something ridiculous like I didn’t trust Andain, so I reflexively answered like that, but the two people sitting in front of me who heard this conversation felt mixed emotions.

Yong Je-geon laughed so hard that I thought his handsome face would break, and Joo Soo-hyuk’s expression disappeared.

Also, Moon Sae-ron, who was «N.o.v.e.l.i.g.h.t» away to film the meeting scene from afar, screamed, “Eww! Teacher Yong! Awww!”

Cheon Dong-ha stared at this mess with intelligent eyes and said,

“I’ll start the meeting. Jun-yeol, please take care of Mr. Yong Je-geon. No matter what you say, change the subject.”

“Huh?”

“I’ll check the rules for the third round first.”

The atmosphere calmed down as Cheon Dong-ha came out and Yeom Jun-yeol actively intervened in organizing the situation.

The third round was a 2-on-2 fight as Yeom Jun-yeol declared.

Players fight in a designated space, but if any part of their body touches the ground or wall outside the range, they will be judged out of bounds and will not be able to fight any longer.

“However, even in this case, you can continue the fight as a 2-on-1. Don’t forget this, and don’t let your guard down until the very end. Also, keep in mind that the player substitution rule applies even when there is only one person left.”

The 2-on-2 fight had a player substitution rule.

Each team could switch players in the designated area by high-touching them.

Of course, if two players were ruled out of the ring or declared incapacitated by the referee or surrendered before the switch, the winner would be decided regardless of how many players were left on standby.

Strictly speaking, this 2-on-2 fight was a match between the entire team, and teamwork was required not only with the two players on standby but also with the members on standby.

“And a player who has already played once cannot play twice. Player substitutions must be done carefully. Based on the abilities of the opposing team players confirmed in the first and second games, I checked the opponents with whom I have good compatibility. Each of you should check the list. Be prepared to play when that player appears.”

Cheon Dong-ha distributed the list via hologram.

Since Andain and I were confirmed to be playing for the first time, we didn’t need to receive the list.

However, there were some who didn’t receive the list for another reason.

“Suhyuk is an all-rounder who can handle all attributes. Always be prepared.”

“Understood.”

Ju Suhyuk’s eyes were filled with energy, as if he had lost his mind.

No matter how much he wavered, he was prepared to fight, which was truly the title hero.

Since the briefing began, Ju Suhyuk had been no different than usual, except for taking deeper breaths more often than usual.

“Dongha, there are only two names on the list I received! I think there are a lot of things missing!”

“No, it’s because there are only two players you can face. Even if you go in, you’ll be a supporter, so don’t forget.”

“Uh... ... .”

Ma Jinseung answered with a deadpan face while looking at the list.

Ma Jinseung was completely treated as a supporter after the second match.

Ma Jinseung’s Gwangrim, ‘The Shout Calling the Grassland’, would have a hard time being active in this 2-on-2 match, so the list had to be short.

“The first match is against the Japanese national team. They’re getting more attention today because of the press conference.”

Cheon Dong-ha said calmly and looked at me and Andain.

“Everyone is expecting the Lotus Incarnation to make their first appearance, but we don’t know what will happen. They might come out with a different combination to catch us off guard.”

“It doesn’t matter what combination they come with. Ui-shin and I will win.”

The national team shook with a ‘wow’ at Andain’s confident words.

Even Cheon Dong-ha’s expression softened at Andain’s words.

The meeting, which had been very chaotic due to the morning incident and Yong Je-geon’s playful remarks, ended with Cheon Dong-ha and Andain’s perfect words.

Now all that was left was to go into battle.

‘What to do after the exchange match is over"

There are many. First, let’s somehow resolve this issue, and even though it’ll be difficult, let’s go to Cheondansu... ... .’

While I was organizing my thoughts, Joo Soo-hyuk called me.

“Eui-shin-ah.”

Joo Soo-hyuk stopped me.

Cheon Dong-ha and Andain had already left the conference room to discuss strategies based on the Japanese team’s combination.

The other team members glanced over, but the surroundings were quiet because I hurried forward without thinking.

“I’m sorry for stopping you before the match. I have something to say. Can you spare some time?”

I tried to answer while receiving Joo Soo-hyuk’s stern gaze, but someone interrupted me before I could.

“Oh, Eui-shin-ah! I have something to say too, so come with me... ... .”

“Yong-sama! Come here!”

Yong Je-geon interrupted, but Moon Sae-ron, with her eyes wide open, barged in and dragged him away.

That Yuheegye Yong Moon Sae-ron was not an opponent that could be dealt with alone, but thanks to the silent cooperation of Kim Shin-rok and Yeom Jun-yeol, he was able to handle it.

Joo Soo-hyuk and I were the only two people left in the conference room.