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Chapter 552 Sidelined!

552 Sidelined!

Just the mention of Manchester United was enough to pique their interest. After all, it was one of the biggest clubs in the entire world. Although their form had been declining recently it was an undeniable fact that they were one of the big six in the premier league. So, if such a prestigious club showed interest in talent from their nation, it was bound to create a sensation among the people. With a mix of curiosity and surprise, they looked at Hiro and the female reporter, their eyes moving back and forth between the two. They couldn't help but look forward to their exchange. Hiro, however, remained composed as he answered, "I don't know about the interested clubs. So, it might or might not be true. At the moment, my sole focus is to recover well and get back on the pitch as soon as possible."

Since it was a sensitive topic, Hiro didn't want to talk about it. So, he intentionally tried to divert the topic elsewhere. After all, he could tell that Eric wouldn't have shared the information. The reporter before him should have acquired the information from another source. Although he couldn't be sure about the source, he could tell that it wasn't Eric. So, there wasn't any need for him to give himself out. As they heard Hiro's response, many of the reporters frowned. They were left visibly disappointed by Hiro's response. It seemed like Hiro wasn't as naive as they thought and it'd be rather troublesome to make him open up. Even so, the female reporter couldn't bring herself to give up. She was reluctant to make him speak about the matter, "I understand that recovery is your priority at the moment. But as you know there are already players in Europe who are making headlines despite their age, aren't you worried that you'll be left behind if you don't make your decision quickly?"

As she mentioned, while he was recovering there were already many young sensations who were making headlines across the world. So, it'd only make sense if he acts upon it as soon as possible. However, even if he rushed things, who could guarantee that he'd do well later?

Seeing such a warm smile on his face, Naoto and Tatsuki couldn't help but stare at him. They were mesmerized by his attitude. It seemed as if he would remain unfazed under any adversary.

So, if he wasn't making a fuss over the matter, how could they bring themselves to dampen his confidence?

They let out an encouraging smile as they looked at him with reverence. "Indeed, it's just as you said. You just have to accept the fact and move on. Seeing you made me realize that you'd definitely come back even stronger. So, until then let us burden the responsibility of guarding the spot that you've earned us," Tatsuki said firmly, determination flashing in his eyes. "Exactly, we'll guard the spot that you've earned us with our lives," Naoto chimed in. As he heard their resolve, Hiro's eyes glistened with joy. He felt that he could hold them accountable for what they said. Hiro nodded his head, "Then I'll leave the rest in your hands."

After conversing a little more with them, Hiro left the facility. Since he'd be out of the sideline for the next three months, there wasn't any need for him to remain there. So, he returned home to be by his parent's side. The day he arrived home with a broken arm, his mother nearly burst into tears. First, it was her husband and now it was her son. It seemed as if their family had been cursed. One after the other, calamity would befall their family. It took a lot of convincing to assure his mother. Well, it should have been Hiro who needed the consolation. But somehow, he ended up being the one providing the consolation.