THE PAIN - Inazuma Eleven Go Fanfic

CHAPTER 40: LITTLE CHAT

In Raimon's caravan, the team was on route to their training camp. Coach Endou noticed that the second-year players had been uncharacteristically quiet during the entire ride. He felt the need to have a conversation with them upon their arrival.

After a few minutes, they reached their destination. As they disembarked, they were greeted by a tall, imposing figure clad in black glasses and a blue shirt.

"Welcome, Raimon," the man greeted them.

"Tsunami-san!" Haruna exclaimed, taken by surprise.

"Tsunami! It's great to see you," Endou chimed in, extending his hand for a friendly handshake. "How have you been? It feels like it's been ages."

Tsunami laughed at Endou's enthusiasm. "Indeed, it has been a while. You haven't changed a bit, Captain. And Haruna, you look the same as well."

Endou turned towards his team to introduce his friend. "Everyone, this is Tsunami Jousuke, one of my long-time allies."

The Raimon players were taken aback by the presence of one of the Inazuma Legends right before them. Shinsuke and Hikaru, in particular, couldn't contain their excitement.

"Could we get your autograph, Tsunami-san?" Shinsuke exclaimed, enthusiastically raising his hand to grab Tsunami's attention. "I'm Nishizono Shinsuke, the goalkeeper and defender of the team."

Hikaru followed suit, raising his hand as well. "I'd love an autograph too. I'm Kagayama Hikaru, a forward."

Tsunami warmly responded, "Maybe later after you settle in. It's a pleasure to meet both of you, and the rest of the team. I've heard a lot about you all from Endou, and I'm looking forward to seeing your plays on the field. How about we head inside for some hot cocoa? The winter chill is setting in early."

As they strolled towards the facilities, Raimon was amazed to discover that their stay was right on the oceanfront.

"Welcome to Oceanic Stadium, Raimon," Tsunami greeted them again with a sweeping gesture of the area.

Endou is surprised by what he hears. "Stadium? I thought it was a junior high."

"Yeah, this used to be an academy. Now, the president has decided to turn it into a stadium and a training camp for soccer teams here in Okinawa. The Oumihara academy itself has moved to the other side of the island."

The Raimon players gazed around, their eyes locking onto the massive soccer field that extended to the horizon. It was awe-inspiring to be right above the ocean.

"Can we see the field first, Tsunami-san?" asked Sanguko, wanting to step onto the field. Others shared the sensation.

Tsunami nods at him in complete approval. "Go, knock yourselves out."

The Raimon quickly steps into the field. Others went to the edge to see closely at the sea. "Be careful, don't lean too much on the barricade or you might fall into the water," Endou warned.

"While we're here, let me show you something," Tsunami said, disappearing momentarily. The team gathered in the middle of the field, puzzled.

Suddenly, a voice echoed through the stadium speakers. "Can you all hear me, Raimon?"

"We hear you loud and clear, Tsunami. Where are you?" Endou responded, looking around and spotting Tsunami in a booth up the stadium. "What are you doing?"

"Just want to show you all the functions of this stadium. You can use it during your training here. Better prepare yourselves; it's going to be a bumpy ride." Raimon exchanged confused glances.