Chapter-79 Competition 3

Roran emerged from the sidelines, his face beaming with happiness, as he approached Lennox. "Lennox, I had no idea you could play like that! You said you only played a little, but that was more like a professional," he exclaimed quickly.

"I don't know where that came from," Lennox replied, still shocked by his own performance.

"Well, you're definitely playing in the next match," Roran declared.

"No problem," Lennox immediately answered. He enjoyed the feeling on the field, and besides, the next match was the toughest one yet.

An hour later, the stadium buzzed with anticipation, still abuzz with talk about Lennox's performance. As the House of Ignistris prepared to face off against their toughest opponents, the House of Aerokinesis, tension hung in the air. Across the field stood the agile players of the House of Aerokinesis, led by their captain, Jake, and star player, Ren.

The match kicked off, with Alan and Lennox wasting no time passing the ball between them as they advanced. However, before Alan could react, Ren swiftly intercepted the ball and dashed back, leaving Alan surprised. Quickly refocusing, Alan chased after Ren, but Lennox received a pass from another Ignis player and continued the attack.

As Lennox pushed forward, he encountered a strong obstacle. A player from Aerokinesis slid in front of him, creating a small tornado at his feet. With limited options, Lennox had to pass the ball back to an Ignis player, who then sent it to Alan, positioned further up the field. Alan took a powerful shot at the goal, but the Aerokinesis goalkeeper conjured an air vacuum, snatching the ball out of the air.

The game unfolded as a fierce battle, with both teams showcasing their skills and determination. The score remained deadlocked, keeping the tension high in the stadium. Spectators watched in awe as Alan and Lennox continued to lead the charge. Suddenly, Jake intercepted the ball, leaving the Ignis defenders exposed.

As Ren approached the ball, a gust of wind enveloped them, adding power to their strike. With the force of a tornado behind them, they unleashed a devastating kick.

The ball explodes off his foot like a guided missile, guided by unseen currents of wind. It streaks through the air with unmatched speed and precision, leaving defenders trailing hopelessly as they realize no leap could reach its trajectory. Goalkeepers brace themselves, but then the ball suddenly dips and swerves unpredictably, defying the laws of physics as it closes in on the goal. With a thunderous impact, it smashes into the back of the net, sending shockwaves of awe rippling through the stadium.

As cheers erupt from the stands, all three opposing houses glare disapprovingly at the Ignis team. In response, the Ignis players return their gaze coldly, their determination unwavering as the game resumes. Lennox, eager to make his mark before the second half, finds himself repeatedly thwarted by the relentless pressure from Jake, Ren, and their teammates.

Yet, amidst the defensive onslaught, an opportunity arises a clear path to the goal, with only two defenders to beat. With confidence radiating from every stride, Lennox sets his sights on the ball.

Positioning it just so, he channels the fiery energy surging through his foot. His focus sharpens, and with a deafening roar, he unleashes a ferocious kick. As the ball hurtles through the air, it leaves behind a blazing trail of flames, too intense for the defenders to block. One freezes in awe, while the others attempt in vain to intercept, but it's too late. The unstoppable force crashes into the back of the net, igniting the crowd with fiery excitement.

After a halftime break, the second half begins with Lennox already plotting his game-ending move. In the final moments, Alan and Lennox unleash a surprise combination attack that catches the House of Aerokinesis off guard. Alan flicks the ball towards Lennox, who launches it into the air with a deft touch.

As the ball ascends, it becomes enveloped in a swirling cyclone of fire, leaving scorch marks in its wake. The crowd watches in awe as the blazing vortex twists and turns, a mesmerizing display of power and skill. In a moment of breathtaking athleticism, Lennox leaps into the air, silhouetted against the fiery backdrop, perfectly positioned to meet the descending fireball with unparalleled precision.

Lennox executes a spinning bicycle kick, his foot connecting with the blazing ball at its zenith. The impact sends fiery shockwaves rippling through the air, imbuing the ball with even greater momentum as it hurtles toward the goal. The goalkeeper, powerless to intervene, watches as the flaming sphere descends upon them like a celestial comet.

With a resounding thud, the ball smashes into the back of the net, engulfing it in a blaze of glory. The crowd explodes into ecstatic cheers and applause, awestruck by the footballer's audacious and stylish display of skill.

As the competition draws to a close, tears of joy flow freely from the members of the Ignistris house, who haven't tasted victory in quite some time. They all know they have Captain Lennox to thank for this triumph, and they express their gratitude wholeheartedly. Overwhelmed yet elated, Lennox basks in the moment, unsure of how to convey his emotions. After the celebrations and trophy presentations, Lennox went back to his mansion to sleep as he had no reason to stay there any longer.