𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐝

𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦!

While researching character height differences, I discovered that Toph is actually 3'8.5" tall. Given the disparity with the love interests, I couldn't present that to readers as is. So, I've added an extra foot to her height to keep things close to canon while maintaining balance. Here's a height chart for reference, showing you and the established love interests!^^^

❝𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦!❞

The game starts with intensity, Team Rin quickly taking control of the field. As expected, the three of you aren't playing like a team. You, Rin, and Aryu are focused on your own goals, literally, with each player aiming to outshine the others.

Early on, you manage to dribble past Isagi and Bachira with ease, making a clear run toward the goal. With no defenders in your way, you prepare to take a shot. The problem quickly becomes apparent: you can't 'see' the hologram goalkeeper. Its lack of physical presence makes it impossible for you to pinpoint its exact position, throwing off your aim just enough for it to dive and deflect the ball away.

You grit your teeth in frustration. "Great, a goalie I can't even sense," you mutter under your breath. This new challenge is going to require more than just your usual skills.

Determined to make up for the missed shot, you change your approach on your next drive toward the goal. This time, as you prepare to kick, you pour every ounce of strength into your shot, channeling your frustration and raw power. The ball rockets forward, and when the hologram dives to block it, the sheer force of the kick pushes the hologram's simulated hand back. The ball ricochets off and still tumbles into the goal.

The impact is startling—like punching a ghost and feeling it flinch. A slow grin spreads across your face as the realization sets in: if you can't see the goalie, then you'll just have to hit the ball with so much power that it doesn't matter. The hologram may react, but it won't be able to completely stop it.

Rin, having scored his own goal without any assistance, scoffs as he passes by. "Took you long enough to figure that out."

"Thanks for the encouragement, team player," you fire back, your tone dripping with sarcasm.

Aryu scores a glamorous goal behind Isagi, using his crazy long limbs and flexibility to his advantage. Meanwhile, Rin continues to dominate in his own corner of the field, his shots precise and relentless. There's no passing, no teamwork—just three players chasing their own glory.

You press forward again, repeating your newfound tactic. The next shot you take is even stronger, blasting past the hologram goalie's outstretched arm and crashing into the back of the net. The feeling is addicting, the power of knowing that you can score despite not 'seeing' the goalie driving you to push even harder.

Team Rin's lack of unity is evident, but it doesn't matter right now. As long as you each keep scoring, victory is all but assured.

₊˚ʚ 🌱 ₊˚✧ ﾟ. 『𝐁𝐥𝐮𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐤: 𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞!』

The match ends in a decisive 5-1 victory, Team Rin's overwhelming individual skills overpowering Teamsagi. As the announcer states the final score, Aryu, Rin, and you gather to decide who to take from the defeated team.

Aryu, stroking his perfectly styled hair, glances over at the opposing team. "So, who's it going to be?" he asks. "We should pick someone who will make our team even more beautiful."

Rin shrugs, his expression indifferent. "Doesn't matter," he mutters. "Just pick someone."

You glance toward the trio standing across the field. "Bachira," you say. "He'll help us the most."

Aryu's eyes widen in approval. "It seems great minds do think alike!" he exclaims. "His dribbling is definitely stylish, and his passes could make us work together more... harmoniously."

You nod. "We're strong individually, but Bachira can connect us. His passing will make us stronger as a team."

Aryu calls out to Bachira, waving him over with a flourish. "Meguru Bachira! You're with us now."

Bachira grins, practically skipping over to join you. "Sounds like fun! Let's play more."

Nagi approaches, dragging his feet with a lazy slouch. "Guess you're not picking favorites, huh?" he says, his tone neutral, but you can sense a hint of understanding behind it. He knows you chose the player who would help you level up the most, nothing personal.

"I'll see you later, Nagi," you reply softly.

Before you can turn away, Nagi leans down to your level. "I beat Reo through the first part of the selection. I want my kiss now." His height makes the gesture all the more noticeable, his white hair falling forward as he waits.

You reach up, your hands finding his face. You gently trace the contours of his jawline, cheeks, and nose, familiarizing yourself with his features. When you've got a good sense of his position, you lean in and press a quick kiss to his cheek.

"Happy now?" you say with a teasing smile as you step back.

Nagi's lips curve into a faint smirk, and he straightens up. "I guess it'll do."

With that, you turn and walk away, heading off with your new team—Rin, Aryu, and the newest addition, Bachira.