The press conference room was filled with the low hum of camera shutters and whispered speculation. At the center, Yui Nagase sat with her usual graceful poise, but her eyes carried a weight Ichika had never seen before.
"I have decided to retire from professional competition," Yui said, her voice steady. "My body and heart have given everything they could. Now, it's time to listen to them." Yui Nagase declares her retirement. Ichika Mats...
Ichika's voice cracked. "Then at least tell me now—was it worth it?" The press conference room was filled with the
After the conference, Ichika found Yui alone in the athlete's lounge, unlacing her training shoes for the last time. " Yui said