DaisukiDayoSenpai

In the heart of Japan, Kazemachi Sota was a high school football legend, the fastest and most skilled quarterback the Nishikawa Hawks had ever seen. But a devastating injury shattered his dreams, leaving him to navigate a new life of uncertainty. Labeled "the bird with clipped wings," Kazemachi struggles to find his place in a world without the sport that defines him.

Just as hope seems lost, an unexpected invitation from a spirited girl named Aiko reignites his passion. She invites him to join the school’s flag football team, a game of strategy and speed, offering him a chance to redefine himself. 

Will Kazemachi find a new way to soar, or will the shadows of his past keep him grounded forever? This is a journey of self-discovery and triumph against all odds.

Kazemachi's Second Wind (風の二風)

The next morning dawned with a golden hue, sunlight streaming through the classroom windows of Seiryuu High. The hum of the morning buzz filled the air as students exchanged stories, notes, and laughter. Yet, amidst the liveliness, Sota Kazemachi sat at his desk, his chin resting on his palm, his gaze unfocused. The previous day's encounters lingered in his mind like a weight he couldn't shrug off—Kaminari's teasing, Ayane's distant demeanor, and the quiet, unresolved tension of their brief exchange.

"Sota, you listening?" Riku's voice snapped him back to reality.

"Huh?" Sota blinked, realizing his twin was staring at him with mild exasperation.

"I said, are you ready for the history test later?" Riku repeated, leaning closer. "You've been zoned out for, like, the entire morning."

"Oh. Yeah, I'm fine," Sota replied, though his tone didn't carry much conviction. He absently drummed his fingers on the desk, his thoughts still tangled.

Reaching Out