34: The Weight of Expectations
The return to Barcelona was greeted with a sense of accomplishment, but the weight of expectations bore heavily on the team. They were no longer just a reserve squad; they were becoming a team that people were beginning to notice.
The media buzzed with speculation about their future, fans started to flock to their games in greater numbers, and the pressure to keep winning intensified.
As Liam walked through the bustling streets of the city, he couldn't help but feel the shift in the atmosphere.
There was an energy in the air, a palpable sense of excitement and anticipation. But with that excitement came an undercurrent of tension, a reminder that their recent success had raised the bar. Expectations were now sky-high, and there was little room for error.