Chapter 4:Rebirth of a Striker

Kira woke up with a sense of purpose humming in his veins. Today was the day he had been waiting for—Blue Lock, the ultimate test of footballers who dared to dream of becoming the best striker in the world. As he got dressed in the same clothes he remembered from Blue Lock chapter one—the black jacket, white shirt, and jeans—he looked at himself in the mirror.

He was Ryosuke Kira, but not just any Kira. He was now a blend of his old self, Christian Mason, and this new life. His reflection stared back at him with eyes filled with resolve. He was ready.

Pulling on his jacket, Kira left his room and began walking to the massive building where Blue Lock would officially begin. The crisp morning air filled his lungs as he made his way to the facility, his body tingling with anticipation. He could already feel the God-Speed Impulse ability subtly influencing his movements, sharpening his reflexes and his awareness of his surroundings.

As Kira approached the Blue Lock facility, he noticed a familiar figure walking toward the entrance. A tall, lean boy with short, messy black hair, wearing a similarly casual outfit. It was Yoichi Isagi, the protagonist of Blue Lock, the very boy who had played a critical role in Kira eliminatied in the national qualifiers. Kira's memory as Christian flooded back. He knew what was coming next.

With a smirk, Kira approached Isagi. "Hey," Kira called out, breaking the silence between them.

Isagi turned his head, his eyes widening slightly in recognition. "Ryosuke Kira… right?"

Kira nodded. "Yeah, that's me. I remember you from the qualifiers for nationals. You were one of the few players who caught my attention."

Isagi blinked, somewhat surprised. "You... remember me?"

"Of course," Kira responded, his smile genuine. "You have incredible football intelligence, Isagi. Your ability to see the field, make quick decisions, and adapt—it's rare. I'm not surprised you got called to Blue Lock too."

Isagi scratched the back of his head, a little embarrassed but grateful for the praise. "Thanks… I mean, I was just lucky to be chosen."

"Lucky?" Kira shook his head. "No, it wasn't luck. You have something special. Come on, let's go inside together." He motioned for Isagi to follow, and the two walked toward the massive building that loomed ahead.

As they entered the facility, the sterile, industrial atmosphere surrounded them. It was just as Kira had remembered from the manga—sterile, cold, but filled with a strange sense of opportunity. Kira felt the weight of the moment settle on him. This was the beginning of a new chapter, not just in his life but in football history.

Inside, they saw a gathering of young men, all of them competitors, all of them hungry to become the best striker in Japan. Kira's eyes scanned the room, recognizing the familiar faces of the other Blue Lock players. These were the same faces he had read about—Bachira, with his wild grin, Kunigami, the stoic powerhouse, and even Chigiri, the speedster with the long red hair.

Each of them was here for the same reason: to claim the title of the best striker and win a spot on the national team. Kira felt a surge of excitement. He wasn't just going to compete—he was going to dominate.

Suddenly, the lights dimmed, and a figure stepped onto the stage. The room fell silent, and Kira's heart raced as the man he had been waiting to see appeared. It was Jinpachi Ego, the eccentric and ruthless director of Blue Lock.

Ego's sharp, cold eyes scanned the room, and then he began to speak, delivering the same speech Kira had memorized from the manga and anime. The speech was about ego, about how the only way Japan would ever win the World Cup was if they created the most selfish, ruthless striker—a player who only thought about scoring goals, no matter what.

Kira listened intently this time, his focus laser-sharp. He wasn't going to make the same mistakes that Kira had made in the original timeline. He wasn't going to interrupt Ego's speech like before. Instead, he absorbed every word, knowing that this was the beginning of his journey to greatness. This was his rebirth.

The room was thick with tension, the air almost suffocating as Ego's words echoed through the hall. Everyone listened, including Isagi, who stood next to Kira, his fists clenched in determination.

Finally, Ego finished his speech, and the room exploded into chaos. Everyone was on edge, some players expressing their disbelief and others their excitement. Isagi looked like he was about to run forward, as Kira remembered he had done in the original story.

But before Isagi could make his move, Kira's body reacted. With the determination burning inside him, Kira bolted forward, sprinting past the other players with the kind of speed that came from his God-Speed Impulse ability. His body was a blur as he raced toward the entrance to Blue Lock, his mind focused on one thing: becoming the greatest striker.

He didn't even wait for Isagi or the others to process what had just happened. Kira's eyes were blazing with purpose, and he pushed through the doors leading deeper into Blue Lock without hesitation. He was no longer the passive, team-oriented Kira from the past. He was Kira, a player reborn with the fierce desire to be the best, and no one was going to stop him.

As Kira charged forward, leaving Isagi and the others behind, he could feel the power of his abilities beginning to awaken. His Ultimate Copy was integrating, allowing him to enhance and refine his skills. His Perfect Body was beginning to push his muscles and reflexes beyond their limits. Every step he took, every movement he made, felt like he was growing stronger.

This time, Kira wouldn't be eliminated early. This time, he wouldn't hold back. He would use everything—his new life, his new powers, and his iron will—to become the greatest striker Japan had ever seen.

With a determined grin, Kira continued running, his heart pounding with excitement. The game had only just begun, and he was ready to play it to win.

Blue Lock would never be the same.