You're One Of Us (Inazuma Eleven!Various X Reader)

Chapter 3

Previously on Chapter 2

"Of course, sir..." I said. I just stay quiet as I listen to him. He's reminding me what I'm doing this for, and what will happen if I try to go against them. Right after telling me all that, he hangs up the phone. I stare at my phone's screen. I let out a sigh as I clutch it. I place my head on my knees as I hug them close. Tears starts to flow from my eyes. I've got no choice... I have to do this.

-Half The Truth-

Y/N P.O.V

Walk back towards the others, with my hair covering my face slightly as I focus my gaze on the ground. My mind keeps drifting all over the place that I don't know what to focus on.

"Ah, L/N. You're back!" A voice said. But I didn't say a word to respond. I feel a hand on my shoulder. "Hey, are you okay?" He asked. I finally turn my head to see that it's Endou. He's staring at me worriedly.

I try to move past him, but he quickly places his both of hands on my shoulders. "W-What?" I asked. He leans his face a little closer to mine. Making me back away. "What are you doing?" I asked, nervously.

"Have you been crying, L/N?" He asked. His question catches the attention of the others, making them turn their heads towards me. I feel a drop of sweat running down the side of my head.

"Ah, no... my eyes stings a little a while so I used an eye drop to help with the little irritation" I said. I lift my hand to wipe the remaining tears. Endou just hums at what I said. I smile softly at him.

"Are you sure you're okay, though? Let me see your eyes. Which one hurts?" Kazemaru said, walking over to me. He leans his face closer to mine as he gazes my eyes. I back away a little at his action.

"I just told you... I'm fine!" I said, placing my hands on his chest to push him back a little. "Don't worry" I said, giving him a soft smile. I turn my head to look at the others. They still didn't look convinced by my words. But something about them reminds me of my old team. They're just like them... caring.

"Anyway... we're just about to have our dinner. Come on, L/N" Handa said. I just nod my head as they guide me towards an empty chair to sit on. I take a seat and stares at the food in front of me. It's been a while since I get to experience what it feels like to eat with a soccer teammates.

I bit my lips as I try to control myself. I don't want to start crying. Especially not in front of these people. The last thing I want is for them to worry about me. I close my eyes as I take a deep breath.

"That's a long breath. Are you sure you're okay?" I hear Kazemaru said. I turn my head to look at him. I smile and nod my head. I grab the spoon and starts to eat. Neither of them said a word to me again. They seem to notice that I'd like to be silent for a while. Which makes me feel quite grateful for.

I lay inside the tent with the girls. I just stare at the top of the tent. My hands are resting on my chest as I just lay in silent. The girls are talking among themselves. They must have thought that I'm sleeping. Which would be better. I don't want them to start questioning me or bringing up my past. I close my eyes as I let myself drift off to sleep.

***

The next day came by quite fast. It almost feels like I was only asleep for two hours. But even so, my whole body feels quite refreshed. We have to go on with our trip to the next destination. We have received a news that the Aliea Academy will appear not far from where we are.

I sit inside the caravan next to Kazemaru. This will be my first match against the aliens. Well, it's my first match after so long. I wonder how things will go. Will I be strong enough to hold against them? It's been so long since I've been able to play soccer.

I lean my head against the window as I watch the scenery passing by. I close my eyes momentarily. "Do I still have what it takes..." I said, in a soft voice. I open my eyes to look at the scenery again.

"What do you mean?" I heard someone asked. I turn my head to see Kazemaru. "You said 'do I still have what it takes...'. What do you mean?" He asked. I blink my eyes at what he said.

"Eh? Did I say that out loud?" I asked. He nods his head at my question. "Ah... sorry. It's just. It's been so long since I've played soccer. I'm kinda nervous..." I said, as I let out a nervous laugh while rubbing my neck.

"Oh yeah? Why'd you stop?" He asked. I feel the others gaze on me. I look away from him. "Y/N?" He called out. I turn my head to look at him. I let out a sigh and lean my head back.

"Well. I had an accident. So, it took time for me to heal. I couldn't play soccer because of that..." I said. It wasn't a lie. At least, I don't have to tell them the whole truth on how I became paralyzed because of that accident.

"Ah. That's why... so this is your first match after your recovery?" Endou asked. I turn my head to look at him and nod my head. He grins at me. "Don't worry. I'm sure you're going to be fine!" He said. My eyes widen as I stare at him in surprise. A soft smile eventually starts to form on my lips.

"Thank you, Endou..." I said, giving him a close-eyed smile. He grins at me and gives me a thumbs up. I turn my head to look outside the window again. My mind start to drift off again.

Many things keeps circling in my head, which start to give me a headache. My head keeps falling forward until it falls to the side. The last thing I remember is my head falling on something soft, as I slowly drift off to sleep.

Kazemaru P.O.V

I feel something landing on my shoulder. I turn my head slightly to see Y/N. She had fallen asleep. Her head is rested on my shoulder. I gulp as her face is really close to mine. I try my best not to move, because I don't want to wake her up.

I lift my hand, fingers shaking a little. I slowly brush a few strands of hair behind her ear. I quickly move my hand when she moves in her sleep. I gulp, thinking that I had woken her up. But she remains asleep.

Now that the hair is out of her face, it gives me a clear view of her face. Her skin looks delicate and soft. 'She's beautiful... really beautiful' I thought to myself as I stare at her sleeping face.

"Forgive me..." she mumbled. I furrowed my eyebrows in confusion. I notice tears gathering in her eyes. A few tears even falls from her eyes. "Forgive me, everyone" she said. What is she apologizing about? Why is she even apologizing?

*to be continued*