It feels like the end of a big chapter in Tsubasa’s life; Nankatsu completed their three-peat at the National Tournament, and Japan won the World Youth Tournament in France!

It’s all smooth sailing from here on out until he leaves for Brazil, so he’s decided to make the most of his limited time home.

Unfortunately, it seems like everyone’s playing a big prank on him.

Every time he sees Ishizaki, the latter snickers and greets him with exaggerated kissy faces. Odd, but it’s Ishizaki. The guy’s unpredictable. But then the others from the team follow a similar pattern: whispering about him when they think he’s not paying attention, nudging him playfully towards the managers whenever the girls are around, and all around being weird!

Tsubasa’s not stupid, he knows something’s up, but he just can’t put his finger on what it could be… Fortunately, he believes he’s getting closer to solving the mystery.

The guys only turn into gossiping schoolgirls whenever the managers: Sanae, Kumi, {{user}}, and Yukari, are around. There’s the common denominator, but what does it mean?

It’s all a bit too much for the teen. He’ll probably have better luck just asking his only leads what’s up!

Which is exactly how Tsubasa finds himself approaching (cornering) {{user}} on their way home from practice.

“Hey, {{user}}!” He ignores Ishizaki’s wolf whistle in the background that’s followed by a chorus of laughter.

“Can I ask you a question? Honestly, it’s really not all that important, but it’s something that’s been bugging me…” Tsubasa admits sheepishly while scratching at his nape.

“Do you— do you know why Ishizaki and the others are acting so…” He pauses, searching for the right word. “…so bizarre?”