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*nothing important* and left.

 

Keyla stayed seated and didn't know what was going on and just looked after him.

 

Arrived at home, the same procedure as always, eating, couch, jogging, showering, training.

 

But this time she went to training earlier than usual and sat on the bench in the park for a while longer... And again it was Genzo who snapped her out of her thoughts by tapping her on the shoulder and he also noticed how she flinched

*I'm starting to think you're following me* Keyla said and looked at him with a grin. He didn't know how to take it and smiled at her. But Keyla's gaze went back towards the pedestrians to observe them.

 

He hadn't really looked at Keyla yet and now she was sitting there, her long dark hair and her ice blue eyes, which had particularly impressed him. He looked at her sideways for a few seconds as the sun shone directly on her face and only accentuated her eyes even more.

*I have to go* he stammered before Keyla did the same and walked on.

*what did he have all of a sudden?*

 

Arriving at the training ground, she was looking for someone… but she didn't know exactly who until her gaze fell on Genzo and her gaze caught on him as well. And just then he looked over.

 

She felt herself blush and looked to the other side.

*what was the matter with her lately, or rather since the almost accident* she hadn't been that deep in thought for a long time. But Keyla checked her thoughts as quickly as possible to follow the training. But like most of the time, this went without incident.

 

This time she went into town after training, her refrigerator was empty and even so, at home the covers were slowly falling on her head. She made herself a relaxed shopping day like she hadn't had in a long time. As always, it was the same and she went home.

 

The next morning was weird, she got up with a weird feeling but couldn't describe it... she got ready... this time she wasn't jogging, she didn't want to run into Kojiro but slept in, at least she tried.

Arriving at the park, she sat down again before Genzo passed, she then looked at him closely.

*slowly I think it's not you me, but I'm chasing you* she grinned and Genzo flinched because he hadn't expected that

 

Keyla nudged him in the side

*man that was just a joke* and smiled at him.

*do we want to go to the training ground together?* she asked to break the ice a bit and to his astonishment he nodded.

*She's quite nice* he thought to himself and of course wanted to know where she's from, after all he also plays football in Germany.

*from Hamburg* she stammered because she didn't like talking about her past. Genzo stopped briefly, but then kept walking, he had never seen her there before, as he played football in Hamburg himself.

*have you mentored a team there too* he seemed genuinely interested in finding out. But Keyla said no, she had come to Japan right after her studies.

 

Now that they had arrived, Genzo shot past her like an arrow and greeted the others who were already there. He greeted everyone except Kojiro. Keyla smiled all around, only Kojiro didn't look at her, who was busy giving Genzo scathing looks, which he did the same

*now that we're all together, let's start training* ordered Tsubasa.

*We do running practice and then just shoot 11 meters* he added. Keyla, like the day before, was watching the players when her eyes fell on Hikaru Matsuyama.

*He didn't hurt himself, did he?* but she had hardly thought about it when he hobbled over to her

*Keyla, you can take a quick look over it, I just twisted my ankle*. Keyla examined him and told him to wait a moment. When she came back a little later she had an ICE pack in her hand

*put that on your foot, its nothing serious just a little sprained. That should help, so that you can train again tomorrow*, relieved, Hikaru thanked her and took a seat next to her on the bench.

 

Now the moment had come, she probably had her only chance to find out what was really going on between Genzo and Kojiro, after all Hikaru had settled the dispute between the two on the pitch. *you Hikaru* stopped her, because she didn't really know how to even ask... Hikaru looked at her questioningly

*um yeah, what's the best way to ask that, it's about Kojiro and Genzo* she continued and saw the serious face from him *what do you want to know?* he asked her to continue talking

*so it's about the fact that they were both against me on the first day and stuck together and suddenly they both can't stand each other anymore* Keyla hoped that Hikaru knew what she meant. He sighed and told her what he had

heard *I didn't really notice much, but it was probably not too long ago that the two of them felt so bad that they couldn't stand each other. It was about the medical care at that time, which had worked here alongside the doctor. Genzo probably wanted something from her and met her a few times, but Kojiro interfered and made fun of her. Shoot her down. After that she left here without telling us anything. Genzo hadn't spoken to Kojiro in weeks until the trainer put his foot down. And now you're here and the whole thing seems to start all over again..* he paused to wait for her reaction. But Keyla was completely flabbergasted, she should be the reason why they behave like this. But she had nothing to do with either of them, why were they both acting like that? Keyla thanked Hikaru for being so open and her eyes scanned the field

 

She also took a long look at Kojiro and Genzo to find out what was true about what Hikaru said. And then there was a scream and Tsubasa was on the ground. He was lying there, his face contorted with pain, when Keyla arrived. Keyla could be mean and now she really wanted to know... she called Kojiro and Genzo over to help carry Tsubasa off the court so she could treat him. If looks could kill, both would have fallen at the same time...their looks so full of hate and even Kojiro glared at Keyla, Genzo looked from Kojiro's face that he looked at her. And then almost jumped him if Tsubasa hadn't been between them... so he pulled himself together and, with Kojiro's help, took him to the infirmary. Keyla took care of Tsubasa when Kojiro and Genzo headed back. But she didn't care about this childish behavior right now. Tsubasa had twisted his shoulder. She creamed this and made him a supporting bandage. Gave him another painkiller injection and warned him not to overdo the last few days, but to take it easy. He just smiled, because apparently he was hardly in pain from the injection, which visibly relieved him.

 

However, Tsubasa should rest a bit and was allowed to go.

Keyla made her way back to the field.

And again her gaze wandered through the players.

 

Keyla just couldn't take her eyes off a player, there was something about him that made her keep looking at him. She also didn't know the funny feeling she had in the stomach area. She didn't even know if the feeling was positive or negative. The further training passed thank God without further incidents and Hikaru was able to walk properly again.

 

Now there are still 2 weeks left until the world championship starts. She fervently hoped there were no more serious incidents.

As she packed her things and was about to leave, she saw Genzo waiting by the stairs.

*do we want to go together Keyla?* more than a smile came from her lips, because when she walked past Kojiro he hissed something about you'll see what you get out of it.

*you're ok, you seem so absent* Genzo insisted

*yes, everything's ok* and walked on in silence. After a while she stopped and then sat down again on the bench she had sat on earlier today. Genzo looked at her puzzled

*don't you want to go home?* he then asked her. But something prevented Keyla from going further. Was it because she knew that nobody was waiting in her apartment or the thought that she should have said goodbye to Genzo.

*you know...* she started. *it doesn't matter if I stay here or go home, there's not more than an empty apartment waiting for me and it would be like the rest of the evenings anyway* she sighed

*a..but* she tried to comfort Genzo *by Nobody is waiting for me either, but that's no reason not to want to go home* he smiled at her briefly. But Keyla had tears in her eyes, which she immediately tried to suppress and hoped that he wouldn't notice.

*what's wrong Key?* she just shook her head *it's not okay, let's move on* what was wrong with her, she wondered. She didn't know each other that emotionally...was it his fault, or the situation between him and Kojiro...they wouldn't make such a fool of themselves over a woman after a few days. No, that can't be, it's definitely homesickness. Keyla breathed a sigh of relief when she told herself that and finally believed it herself, because normally she was never homesick.

 

Both of them were silent the rest of the way. As the road got closer it was time to say goodbye. She had to go left, Genzo to the right.

*take care Key, should I pick you up for training tomorrow?*

*I'd love to, see you tomorrow* sadly she looked after him.

What did she have?!

 

Keyla lay up half the night staring at the ceiling. When she looked at the clock it was 3:34 am but she couldn't sleep. There was only one thought floating around in your head...Genzo.... why him, why now that she had the new job. And what did Kojiro want from her. Completely exhausted, she then fell asleep.

 

In the morning she was rudely woken up by the doorbell ringing

*go Keyla you sleepyhead, we have to go*. called Genzo, who wanted to pick her up. She stormed down, yelled at him

*I'll be right there* and disappeared into the bathroom. She got dressed and stormed out the door, where she tripped and almost fell onto the pavement, but Genzo was just able to catch her.

*not so stormy my little one, I'm happy to see you too* he smirked. Embarrassed and with slightly flushed cheeks she grinned at him

*what such an attraction can do* Finally she could laugh again in a long time and it was only Genzo's fault. Now she knows what that feeling was like...she had butterflies in her stomach, but what would he think...no, she couldn't possibly tell him that now that the World Cup is about to start in a few days. There was no way she could do that to him. Besides, she didn't even know what he was thinking, let alone what Kojiro would think. And she didn't want to provoke him any more. Genzo saw the somewhat dreamy Keyla and grinned at her

*why are you grinning like that?* Keyla flinched because he had been watching her.

*you should see yourself, be careful not to bump into that bench* he joked. She linked her arm with him

*then you lead me, because if I fall, you either fall with me or you prevent it* and a wide grin crossed her face.

*to the end of the world and beyond* Keyla flinched again and looked at him with wide eyes, did he really just say that? Maybe he had feelings for her after all? But she quickly dismissed the idea and went with it

*come on, we have to go to training*. Genzo nodded and was silent the rest of the way. Keyla wondered what was going on with him all of a sudden, he was suddenly so cold. Had she done something wrong... when she arrived, Tsubasa came towards her

*can I talk to you for a moment, Keyla?*

*sure, what's the matter* she answered. Tsubasa took her hand and pulled her behind him, away from Genzo.

*maybe Genzo got injured, he's been acting really weird since I hit his left shoulder yesterday*

*I'll take a look at him* Keyla promised. Tsubasa nodded and ran back to Taro to kick off, the coach having ordered a practice game. Mr. Mikami was very happy with her as the team doctor and the players didn't mess around anymore, neither did Kojiro. The whistle blew and the golden duo attacked Genzo's goal, Tsubasa glanced at Keyla and then shot into the left corner of the goal, he wanted to show Keyla what he had seen and she saw it, he saved the ball with his right hand and didn't left. Keyla shot up towards the trainer and whispered something to him

 

*Genzo, please come here*

*what's wrong Mr. Mikami, the training game isn't over yet* Genzo growled

*but for you it is, please go to Keyla and let yourself be examined*

Genzo didn't like it at all, he knew yes, what was going on, but he was afraid that he would not be able to take part in the World Cup.

*don't be so genzo* Keyla grumbled, who now knew why he was suddenly so different earlier

 

After a thorough examination of his left shoulder, Keyla concluded that the shoulder was mildly infected. But was able to reassure Genzo that it was nothing serious and that he could definitely play for the World Cup. He should just take it easy tomorrow

*thanks Keyla* he whispered

 

Keyla's heart was pounding, what should she do. But she had to wait until after the World Cup, she vowed. She didn't want to unsettle him now and who knows, maybe it was just a fantasy she had.

 

10 minutes later, Mr. Mikami already blew the whistle for the training game.

*Keyla do you have plans for tonight? * Keyla turned around and saw Hikaru and Ryo

*um what do you want to do? * she asked cautiously

* we and a few others want to go for a drink, are you coming with us? Keyla thought for a moment, but the boys didn't give up and finally persuaded her.

*we meet tonight around 8 at Club Sunrise* were Hikaru's words and so they left. It was 4pm, she still had 4 hours... So she took a shower, made coffee and had something to eat. Before she racked her brains about what to wear afterwards.

 

Now she stood there in front of the wardrobe and rummaged and rummaged around until she finally found a purple strapless top and a blue skirt that went just above her knees, plus blue high heels and it was perfect, this time she also wore a little more eye-catching makeup , but not too much. She didn't go out every day. It was 7:30 p.m. and she should be on her way slowly so that she was on time.

At 8 p.m. sharp, she stood in front of the club where the others were already waiting, Kojiro and Genzo were also there.

But Keyla didn't show anything and went straight to the group to greet them. But she noticed how some looks stuck with her. *We don't know you that way, we should go out with you more often, you don't see that every day* Jun grinned to himself and the others agreed with him. But Keyla couldn't really be happy, because both Genzo and Kojiro looked her up and down, which made her visibly uncomfortable because she didn't know why they did it either. Taro, overhearing, grabbed her hand and pulled her behind him, headed straight for the club

*Guys are you coming? * he called, hoping that everyone would follow him.

 

They ordered cocktails or beers and all talked about the world and the world. Of course, Keyla also asked. Some time passed and Kojiro had already eaten something. When Keyla went to the bar to order something, Kojiro suddenly sat down next to her and started flirting with her in a way that was almost pushy. Keyla didn't know what to do, so she decided to let him stand (sit in this case) and made her way to the toilets... she freshened up because she also realized now that she wasn't used to alcohol. He took a deep breath and went back outside... but Kojiro was already waiting there and pressed her against the wall and didn't let her go

*you won't get away from me that easily today* he whispered and tried to kiss her.

 

Keyla tried to defend herself, which wasn't easy with Kojiro, because he didn't give up. And admittedly he was more fit than she thought. Genzo came to her rescue once again, who dragged Kojiro away from her and walked out the door with him. But she had a really bad feeling and ran to the boys, completely upset she came to

*Genzo, Kojiro, door* only got her out, and Taro, Hikaru, Ken and Kisugi stormed out. Keyla took a breath before running after him. Arriving outside, Taro and Hikaru were already holding Genzo and Ken and Kisugi Kojiro, who was still cursing and didn't want to be held. Genzo hissed at Kojiro

*how can you be so upset and want to attack Keyla, our team doctor, just because she doesn't want anything from you, you don't have to force her to do it* only now did the others realize what it was all about. Kojiro kept cursing and immediately wanted to attack Genzo again, but Ken and Kisugi stopped him, whereupon Ken spoke a word of power

*Kojiro, you drank too much, I think it's better if you go now* who twitched to everyone's astonishment Involved with only his shoulders, broke the grip of the two and disappeared into the night

 

*such a complete idiot* Genzo finally cursed when Kojiro was out of earshot because if he had heard it the whole thing would have continued here

*Genzo you're bleeding* that's all Keyla could say and at that moment he collapsed. *He must have taken a beating* Taro commented on this collapse and supported him. But Keyla already called the ambulance, which arrived a little later

*guys I would like to go with you if you don't mind* the boys just nodded and so they said goodbye

 

On the way to the hospital, Keyla blamed herself, she could have prevented all this if she hadn't gone for coffee with Kojiro, he certainly wouldn't have tried to kiss her or even imagined something about it.

 

When she got to the hospital, a doctor came to meet her. Keyla gave the short info that he had a laceration on his temple and then collapsed and was still unconscious. The doctor pushed him into the treatment room and treated his wound on his temple with a few stitches, because they needed stitches. After that, a nurse pushed him into an empty hospital room.

*maybe you want to wait until he wakes up* asked the nurse. Keyla nodded and sat down next to the bed after the nurse left the room.

 

Tears welled up in Keyla, if only she had prevented it. She automatically took Genzo's hand so that he could feel that someone was there to support him. The minutes passed, but he still didn't wake up. A nurse checked in again to make sure everything was okay. Then finally after 2 hours he opened his eyes. Of course he wanted to get up straight away, but his head threw a spanner in the works and he sank back into the pillow.

*where am I? * came softly from his lips

*in the hospital, you passed out* only now did Keyla notice that she was still holding his hand and carefully pulled it away, but Genzo didn't miss it and he was glad to see a familiar face.

*I'll be right back* Keyla left the room to call a nurse since Genzo was awake now. The nurse came and brought the doctor with her. He examined Genzo again until he came to the conclusion that he should spend the night in the hospital but then be allowed to go home after breakfast. With that, the two left the room.

 

Genzo looked at Keyla. But Keyla looked at the clock, it showed 4 o'clock in the morning. *Genzo rest first, I'll pick you up later and then take you home and no arguments* with the words Keyla got up, gave him a kiss on the forehead and left the room before he could have governed, because he was visibly irritated that she gave him a kiss. But since he was too exhausted, he just closed his eyes and fell asleep.

 

Keyla made her way home and summed up the evening again. Because actually he was quite nice with the boys until the incident between Genzo and Kojiro.

*Boa Kojiro* her eyes started to sparkle and anger rose in her, she would have liked to go to him and tell him her opinion, but she held back..if they were alone, who knows what would happen. Also, she didn't know exactly where he lived. So Keyla waited until practice so she could figure out a few words about how she was going to face him. Finally home, she went straight to bed, the night finally ended at 7, because she wanted to pick up Genzo from the hospital

 

The alarm clock rang and Keyla got up sleepily, she hadn't even managed to change her clothes and fell asleep with the clothes she wore yesterday at the club. She showered, dressed in jeans and a top, went downstairs to the kitchen and made herself some coffee.