The Delinquent The Quiet GirlSeason 2, Episode 4 – The Match Begins!--Game DayThe day had finally arrived.The soccer field was packed with students, all eager to witness the match between Naruto Uzumaki and Renji Kisaragi.Some were there for the drama, others were excited to see a clash between two totally different guys—one a rich, arrogant athlete, the other a former delinquent with something to prove.And then there was Miku.She stood near the sidelines, clutching the hem of her sweater nervously.She hated that she was part of this bet.She hated how cocky Renji was.But most of all…She hated how calm Naruto looked.The guy was literally stretching like he was about to take a nap.--The RulesA student stepped forward to act as a referee.Referee: "Alright, listen up! One-on-one soccer match! First to five goals wins. No cheating, no dirty moves!"Renji smirked, rolling his shoulders.Renji: "Hope you're ready, loser. I've been playing soccer since I was a kid."Naruto yawned.Naruto: "Cool story. Can we start now?"The students laughed.Renji's smirk twitched.Miku, on the other hand, covered her face in her hands.This idiot is going to make him mad…!--Kickoff!The whistle blew—And Renji exploded forward.He was fast—faster than most expected.He dribbled past Naruto in an instant and slammed the ball straight into the net.1 – 0The crowd cheered.Renji smirked, brushing his hair back.Renji: "That all you got?"Naruto stood there, blinking.Then he grinned.Naruto: "Oh. I get it now."Renji narrowed his eyes.Renji: "What?"Naruto cracked his neck, rolling his shoulders.Naruto: "I was just warming up."Renji clicked his tongue.Renji: "Tch. Big talk."The ball was placed back in the center.--Naruto's TurnThis time, Naruto had the ball.Renji charged at him—But Naruto vanished.Renji: "What—?!"Naruto dashed past him effortlessly, flicking the ball between his feet before kicking it into the net.1 – 1The crowd went wild.Miku's eyes widened.That was… fast.Naruto dusted off his hands.Naruto: "Tch. That wasn't even my full speed."Renji's expression darkened.--A Heated RivalryThe match quickly turned into an intense back-and-forth.Renji was skilled and precise. His years of training made his movements fluid and controlled.But Naruto?Naruto was a monster.His speed, reflexes, and unpredictability made him impossible to predict.Every time Renji thought he had him, Naruto slipped past him effortlessly.The score quickly rose.3 – 2 (Naruto leading).Renji was getting frustrated.Renji: "Damn it…!"Naruto smirked.Naruto: "What's wrong, Renji? Thought you were better than me?"Renji gritted his teeth.Miku, watching from the sidelines, felt a strange warmth in her chest.Naruto was having fun.He wasn't just playing to win.He was playing because he loved it.And for some reason…That made her smile.--The Final GoalThe score was 4 – 4.One more goal would decide everything.The crowd was dead silent.The ball was at Naruto's feet.Renji charged.Naruto smirked—And vanished.Renji: "What—?!"Naruto spun around him, flicking the ball into the air.With a powerful bicycle kick—He sent the ball flying straight into the net.5 – 4.Game over.--Victory AftermathThe students exploded into cheers.Renji stood there, stunned.Miku ran over to Naruto, eyes wide.Miku: "Naruto! You—"Before she could finish, Naruto grinned and pulled her into a hug.Miku froze.Naruto: "Told ya I got this."Miku's face turned bright red.The crowd whistled and cheered.Renji, defeated, clenched his fists… but then sighed, shaking his head.Renji: "Tch. You win, Uzumaki."Naruto smirked.Naruto: "Damn right I do."--That NightAs the crowd dispersed, Miku and Naruto walked home together.Miku was quiet.Naruto glanced at her.Naruto: "You okay?"Miku nodded slowly.Then, after a moment—Miku: "…Thank you."Naruto blinked.Naruto: "Huh? For what?"Miku hesitated, then smiled softly.Miku: "For fighting for me."Naruto scratched his cheek, looking away.Naruto: "Tch. S'what boyfriends do, right?"Miku's cheeks turned pink.And for once—She didn't argue.--End of Episode 4 – Victory A Smile