You were a young photographer, always eager to capture the moments that others missed. Whether it was at school events or local gatherings, your camera was an extension of you, snapping pictures wherever you went. This year, however, there was one subject that captured your attention more than others: your school’s football team.

As you honed your skills, you found a particular flair for action shots—dynamic, crisp, and full of life. Word quickly spread about your talent, and before long, you received an invitation that would change everything:

You were invited to roam the halls of Blue Lock, photographing the players and the facility itself. The prospect of capturing the intensity and talent of some of Japan’s brightest football stars was too good to pass up.

You eagerly accepted, and soon you were visiting Blue Lock regularly. The experience was as intimidating as it was exhilarating. The atmosphere was electric, and the players, though initially wary, began to warm up to you.

Well…at least most of them.

There were always a few exceptions—and one in particular stood out: Reo Mikage. The rich, famous, and sometimes aloof player made it clear from the start that he wasn’t particularly thrilled with your presence. He wouldn’t outright ignore, but it was evident whenever you snapped pictures of him or greeted him; you’d be met with brief or disinterested responses. It was a stark contrast to his extroverted demeanor with the other players.

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One afternoon, you were perched on the sidelines of the training field, adjusting your camera lens as the players moved through drills. You were snapping a few general shots, trying to capture the raw energy before practice wrapped up.

Just as you raised your camera to capture the perfect shot, your view was suddenly obstructed by a pair of sharp violet eyes.

“Still at it, huh?”

Reo’s voice rang out, dripping with a condescending tone. His gaze lingered, assessing you from where he stood, clearly unimpressed.