We, the kingdom of Ardenfeld, have taken the wave by successfully defeating the first important battle.

The second and third matches were all won quickly.

It seemed to be a hot topic in the magic kingdom as a quick attack that would overturn its previous reputation.

I was also called out more often around the venue.

"Ah! It's a small but hard-working pussy!"

It's not small!

"Oh, little Ardenfeld representative!" Good luck next time! "

That's why it's not so small!

In my case, there are many voices that need to be protested for some reason.

Apparently, it's seen in a frame that looks like a small but hard-working mascot character.

What a disrespectful evaluation for me, the strongest adult woman in style! I can't forgive you!

"You've won so well under unbeatable pressure." Well fought, both of you. I'm proud to be your comrade. "

Ryan senpai patted us on the shoulder.

Luke and I are in a very young category among the contestants, so I think there is a sense that we have to support juniors from our seniors.

"I'm just doing what I take for granted."

To put it plainly, Luke, Senpai Ryan laughs slightly.

"Good, that's my soul friend." You can do it. No matter how great a test life may bring! Let's run into the sunset together! "

I'm afraid not.

It was a salt-compatible Luke, but senpai seemed rather interested in such a reaction.

Every time something happened, I stopped by and called out, and I sort of got along.

What a high level of communication skills.

You're an amazing person. It was a special person.

It was such a day that I was impressed.

Ryan Senpai isn't here?

I said something to the staff who helped me adjust.

“Yes, have you seen it anywhere?”

Apparently, there was something I wanted to tell you.

Looks like he's in a hurry, so I'll try to find him.

Luckily, I was able to find it in no time.

A watering hole in the park adjacent to the venue.

Senpai, someone from the staff was looking for you.

Speaking up, I take a breath.

Under the feet of senpai, who was drowning in his face, there was a large amount of vomit.

Um, uh...

Senpai said to confuse me.

"Don't tell anyone, please."

"I didn't expect to find you in Springfield." I was unconscious. "

After winning the match safely and dangerously, Senior Ryan said.

The game unfolded calmly and as usual.

After being relieved that I wasn't upset, it was one possibility that crossed my mind.

Maybe you're just throwing up today, right?

Why?

“Because it looked too much like usual. Even after I called, I was very calm."

"You're right, Springfield."

Senpai said with a bitter smile.

"That's always the case before the game. I'm too scared to escape. You're going to lose again. I wonder if they'll deny it."

Again?

…………

A little silence.

Eventually, senpai said with a bitter smile.

"I'm originally weak with negative thoughts." I've always lost since I was little. I'm the worst of my brothers. My parents told me to do it every day. "I wish I didn't have you."

It was a voice that made me look back on my memories.

"I had no choice but to be miserable. Why can't I do what other brothers can do? Every time I compare it, I can't stand the pain. But that's what I thought. Even if everyone denies me, I'm the only one who can affirm me. I tried to make you like me."

Words continue under the street lights.

“Of course, it couldn't be easier. I hated myself, and all I came out with was a word of self-denial. That's why I consciously tried to support myself. I tried hard to affirm myself by suppressing my desire to deny it. I called out to myself in my heart to make an effort." Good luck, I can do it. "That's good. 'That's when things started to change. The difference with my brother began to clog up little by little. When I realized it, I caught up, overtaken it - and I was able to change by affirming myself. I thought about it at that time. I thought it would be my mission to help everyone affirm themselves."

"That's why it feels so hot."

"That's what I'm talking about."

Senpai says.

"In this final qualifier, I am severely punished by the lack of opponents with both hands." Definitely win. Let them break through as generals. Defeat is unacceptable. 'But you don't have to lose. I affirm myself even if I can't win. If you lose a battle, don't lose your life. I know that's the most important thing. "

It was a word I could say to myself.

And then I went on.

"Springfield is good to lose too." No matter what anyone says, I will affirm you. You don't have to give results. I'll take the blame. That's why I'm doing it with all my heart. "

The pressure as a representative athlete who carries the country.

'Defeat is unacceptable'.

Encourage others who are under pressure but are still not themselves.

I thought you were an amazing person.

Resist warm words.

Then I looked up at you and said:

"Senpai can lose, too." It doesn't matter who says what! I'm on your side! "

Senpai looked surprised for a moment,

"Thank you."

said with a smile.