The trio (181)

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Nakada approached the weary Nishioka, placing a reassuring hand on his shoulder. Startled, Nishioka looked up, meeting Nakada's determined gaze.

"You, Nishioka-san, better get ready because I'll be needing your help very soon," Nakada declared, his eyes fixed on Nishioka.

Nishioka stood there, momentarily stunned, processing the unexpected statement. Nakada needing his help? It was a notion that took some time to settle in.

"They are winning 2-0... What chances do we even have to win?" Nishioka questioned, his mind clouded with doubt.
Nakada, undeterred, responded with a confident smile.

"Who cares if they're winning 2-0? I certainly don't. The future of this match hasn't been decided yet. So, are you willing to despair on your own or show the world that the impossible is possible?"

Nishioka gazed at Nakada, the gravity of his words sinking in. After a brief pause, a smile spread across Nishioka's face. Nakada reciprocated with a grin.

Nishioka, it seemed, needed that push in the right direction, and Nakada was there to provide it. The challenge ahead was daunting, but the spark of determination had been ignited in Nishioka's eyes.

Nakada confidently strode toward the center of the field, a grin playing on his face. Bachira, joining him, sought guidance.
"Any plan?" Bachira inquired, his eyes fixed on Nakada. Nakada, with a self-assured demeanor, responded, "Just follow my rhythm."

Bachira couldn't help but smile at Nakada's reply as they waited for the kick-off. The moment the referee's whistle pierced the air, Nakada initiated the play. He swiftly passed the ball to Bachira, who promptly returned it.

Anticipating the approaching Chapi, Nakada smoothly redirected the ball to Nishioka. With a seamless exchange, Nishioka then delivered the ball back to Nakada.

As Chapi closed in, Nakada executed a deft flick, lofting the ball effortlessly over the advancing Rin.
In a perfectly synchronized sequence, Otoya made his presence known as he expertly trapped the descending ball. Without hesitation, he passed it to Bachira, the entire team moving as one cohesive unit.

The opponents, momentarily caught off guard, struggled to keep up with the fluidity and precision of Barcha's coordinated attack.

Rin observed the unfolding play, a realization dawning upon him. 'No, they're not moving in sync; they're being controlled by him,' he thought, recognizing that each player on the Barcha team was merely following the roles Nakada had assigned to them.

The strategic orchestration by Nakada was becoming increasingly evident, making Rin wary of the impending challenge.

Nakada's grin widened as Loki appeared in front of him, attempting to challenge the flow of the game. "Planning to go somewhere?" Loki questioned, to which Nakada responded confidently, "Past you."

Nakada's feet moved with swift precision as he executed the holographic feint, a skill that left Loki bewildered. The feints were so precise that it created the illusion of multiple balls in motion. Loki, caught in the intricate dance of Nakada's moves, found himself momentarily disoriented.

Seizing the opportunity, Nakada swiftly passed the ball to Nishioka on the left. Nishioka, demonstrating his newfound confidence, trapped the ball and advanced. Loki, not one to be outdone, taunted Nakada, "Didn't you plan to get past me?"

Nakada responded with a sly smile, "Coming from the man that needs to double team a 15-year-old to win, that's rich."
Nishioka's eyes sparkled with determination as he approached the oncoming defenders. Observing the formation, a mischievous smile played on his lips.

With a burst of agility, he began to zigzag between the defenders, leaving a Zorro-like mark with the ball as he rapidly changed directions.

As Kira emerged in front of him, attempting to thwart his progress, Nishioka unleashed a series of quick spins and turns. The confined space became a playground for his swift footwork, leaving the bewildered Kira trailing behind in his wake. Nishioka's display of skill left a trail of awe among the spectators.

As Nishioka elegantly danced past him, Kira couldn't help but be baffled by the sudden transformation. Just moments ago, Nishioka seemed to be grappling with his own doubts and insecurities. Now, he moved with a fluidity and skill that left Kira questioning the reality unfolding before him.

'How did he get so good? Wasn't he having a mental breakdown a few seconds ago? Where the heck did this come from?' Kira pondered,
Nishioka's eyes bore the strange patterns, a testament to the unique metamorphosis happening within him. Observing Bachira's development of his own version of meta vision, a determination ignited within Nishioka.

'If Bachira-san can make his own version of meta vision, then why can't I?' he mused internally.
With this newfound resolve, Nishioka's vision evolved, granting him an enhanced perception of the game. His eyes discerned better passing routes, calculated the movements of defenders, and anticipated Nakada's desires on the field.

In a swift display of coordination, Nishioka executed a precise pass, threading the ball between the legs of two opposing players.

Nakada responded with finesse, trapping the ball against his back before extending his leg to control it with the back of his foot.

This maneuver, more than just a display of skill, was a strategic move to outwit Rin. If Nakada had trapped the ball conventionally, Rin would have likely seized the opportunity to steal it.

With his back to Rin, Nakada momentarily slowed the pace, creating the illusion that he might twist his body to volley the ball. Instead, he surprised everyone with a scorpion trap, a move designed to manipulate Rin's expectations.

With a quick flick, Nakada then passed the ball to Nishioka, who continued the orchestrated play by delivering a seamless pass to Bachira.

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