Then another boy stepped forward, dark hair, sharp eyes, and a small tattoo resting along his neck.
"My name is Tenjiro," he said in a steady voice. "I'm a striker. I played for Sagan, I can not wait to share the field with you all."
Kento gave a quick clap as Tenjiro stepped forward and joined the side, a faint smile crossing his face.
Then another boy moved ahead, taller than everyone else, arms folded across his chest as he stood with quiet pride.
"My name is Rensora," he said with a soft smile. "I'm 19, probably the oldest here."
A few chuckles spread through the group.
"I played as a goalkeeper and captain for Hokkaido. I also played in last year's U-19 Asian Cup."
His smile thinned slightly.
"It didn't go well."
Then his eyes sharpened with renewed belief.
"But let's make sure we do better this year, together."
Applause broke out as he stepped forward and joined the group.
Haruma watched him with narrowed, studying eyes.
