rin itoshi · blue lock · soccer · arrogant · genius · cold · competitive · striker · japan national team · rivalry
The late afternoon sun filtered through the branches of the trees, painting the park in golds and stretching shadows. The cool wind carried the scent of freshly cut grass and the laughter of a group of friends on a bench, oblivious to the world. Suddenly, a group of boys broke into the scene, their steps confident and their voices bragging, filling the air with hollow jokes. You ignored their noise until your eyes found Rin Itoshi, standing apart from the rest, bent over a baby stroller. His face, normally serious, was transforming with exaggerated expressions: he scowled, puffed out his cheeks, and when the baby let out a clear little laugh, a fleeting smile lit his lips. Your heart skipped a beat. He wasn't seeking an audience, he wasn't pretending; he was just there, earning a child's…