She keeps on texting me do i like her no definitely~ Rin Itoshi x f!Reader ~

Chapter 16

The air was thick with tension, the kind that only came when the stakes were high. It was the final game of the tournament, and everything was on the line. The Blue Lock team had made it to the final match, a chance to prove their skill, their growth, and their determination. The crowd roared from the stands, and the field was electric with the energy of both teams.

You were ready.

Your heart pounded in your chest as the whistle blew, signaling the start of the game. The ball was passed to you immediately, and you didn't hesitate. With every dribble, every pass, and every play, your mind was clear. You had the ball. You had the game.

And you weren't going to let this chance slip away.

The opposing team was fierce, and they knew exactly how to pressure you. But you were faster, sharper. The combination of your speed and technique caught them off guard time and time again. Rin, Isagi, and the rest of the team backed you up, but this was your moment.

In the final minutes, the score was tied. It was now or never. You had the ball near the goal line, surrounded by defenders. Your body was exhausted, your muscles aching, but your focus was unwavering. You faked left, dodged right, and found the smallest opening.

With a swift kick, the ball sailed toward the net. The goalkeeper dove in an attempt to stop it, but it was too late.

The ball hit the back of the net.

The crowd erupted into cheers, and your teammates rushed toward you, lifting you into the air. You laughed, feeling like you could hardly breathe from the excitement and adrenaline.

"That's my teammate!" Bachira yelled, pulling you into a bear hug.

"You were amazing out there!" Chigiri added, grinning.

"Seriously, you made that look easy," Isagi said, giving you a fist bump.

Rin was one of the first to reach you. He grabbed your face gently, looking you up and down with an intense expression that made your heart skip a beat. Then, without warning, he kissed you.

It wasn't just a quick peck. No, Rin's kiss was deep, tender, and full of emotion. The moment was electric, the world around you disappearing as you focused on him.

It didn't matter that the rest of the team was watching. It didn't matter that the whole stadium might be staring. For the first time, everything just felt right.

When he pulled away, his eyes locked with yours, a rare vulnerability in them. "You were incredible," he murmured, his breath hot against your lips.

You didn't know what to say. Your thoughts were scattered, your heart still racing from both the kiss and the game. But you smiled up at him, your fingers brushing against his cheek. "We did it. We won."

The team erupted into loud cheers and whistles around you. "That's our captain!" Bachira shouted.

"Yeah, she's got a good right foot," Isagi added with a wink.

But no one said anything about the kiss. They all seemed to understand that this moment—this victory—was something more.

Back in the locker room, the excitement was palpable. Everyone was buzzing from the win, high-fiving and congratulating each other. You changed quickly, your muscles sore from the game, but the adrenaline was still coursing through you.

"Best game of my life," you said with a laugh, slinging your bag over your shoulder.

"You're telling me," Rin muttered, eyes glinting with amusement. He leaned against the locker next to you, crossing his arms. "You were unstoppable out there."

"Thanks," you replied, giving him a grin. "But I couldn't have done it without you."

Rin raised an eyebrow. "You're the one who scored the winning goal."

"Yeah, but we all played our part," you said, nudging him with your elbow.

He smiled, that rare, soft smile that always made your heart flutter. "True. But still... you were incredible."

There was a pause, and then Rin's voice softened. "And I'm proud of you."

You looked up at him, surprised. "Thanks, Rin."

"I mean it," he added quietly, his gaze sincere. "I'm glad I'm on your team."

You couldn't help the warmth spreading through your chest at his words. "Me too."

Later that evening, the team gathered at a local restaurant to celebrate the win. The energy was still electric, everyone laughing and talking over each other, sharing stories and making memories. It was the perfect ending to an unforgettable day.

"I can't believe we actually won," Bachira said, grinning widely as he grabbed a huge plate of food.

"Yeah, you were amazing out there," Chigiri agreed, giving you a playful nudge.

"Totally," Isagi added. "You carried the team on your shoulders. I'm not sure we'd have won without you."

You rolled your eyes, but you couldn't suppress your grin. "It was a team effort," you said again, feeling a sense of pride swell in your chest.

Rin sat next to you, his usual stoic expression softened by the happiness of the win. "You've definitely earned this," he said, sliding a drink toward you. "You should enjoy it."

"I plan to," you said, clinking your glass against his.

As the night went on, the celebrations continued, but you couldn't help but feel like something had shifted between you and Rin. The kiss, the shared victory, the quiet moments of connection—it was clear that your relationship had evolved into something more than just friendship.

When the evening finally wound down and everyone began to head home, Rin walked with you to the dorms. He looked over at you, his eyes intense and full of meaning.

"So," he said, voice low, "do you think we'll make it to the next round?"

You smiled up at him. "With you on my team? Of course."

Rin's lips quirked into a small smile. "Good. I wouldn't want to play with anyone else."

And just like that, you knew that whatever the future held for you both, it was going to be something extraordinary.