The scrimmage continued for another half hour. A few attempts at the goal were made, but no more goals were scored. Aza and Gabriel watched and the scrimmage played out, all the while yelling encouragement to their respective teams.
CHIIIRP!
"Alright gentlemen fall in!" yelled Mr. Fuller.
Everyone dashed to Mr. Fuller, a few taking a knee so the people behind them could as well.
"Ive seen a lot of heart out there today. Men were made, Boys learned what that means to give their all. Unfortunately I only have so many spots available for my teams, and I'll have to cut quite a few of you. Come in tomorrow morning before school. I'll have the first round of cuts from today as well as a list of people I deem worthy to keep for sure. those on the cut list will report to the counselors to change to another elective. As for those on the Keep list, you will begin training. those not on a list will be scrimmaging again. Do not be late!)
Everyone was awestruck. The soccer season didn't start for another three months! Is this guy serious?
Mr. Fuller laughed, "hit the showers!"
All the young men jogged off the field, and filed into the locker room. Grabbing his soaps Aza rinsed himself off and dried his body. Changing into his joggers and a hoodie, he slipped on his new shoes and headed out the door.
"Alright, let's go!" Exclaimed Gabriel with a fist pump. "Mazzios is a tradition in town!"
The two walked to the student parking lot, making jokes, and poking fun at eachother.
Lillie, just sat leaned next to their Dodge Challenger, smiling at the duo.
"How did it go?" she asked.
"We made the list for sure!" Gabriel said confidently."
"Do you really think so?" asked Aza. He was actually concerned. His little stunt was a very unorthodox way to score. He just hoped the coach would still count it as a good goal after review.
"Well being able to adjust to a situation is in high demand, so let's just see tomorrow." Gabriel shrugged.
"Well boys lets go, I'm starving! Lillie exclaimed.
seeing everyone was ready to go Aza replied, "I'll just follow you. let me just go get my car."
"What kind of car is it? Just so we know its you." Lillie asked while blushing shyly.
"Its a Black Audi A8" Aza replied blushing in return.
"Alright well wait for you!" spurred Gabriel.
Turning away Aza located his car and placed his books in the backseat, Then started the car. He guided the vehicle towards The Challenger and honked to let them know he was there. The car pulled off and sped out of the parking lot with the blue audi following closely.
-Inside the Challenger-
"Do you feel it too?" asked Gabriel.
"I don't know. but I get this feeling from him. like im drawn to him. Its almost like he has an Aura. But how could a Human have one? No human has cultivated to that level since the Ming Dynasty." said Lillie, puzzled.
"Based on his Athletic ability he may have cultivated without realizing it. That, or hes not as simple as he presents himself." Gabriel muttered.
"That granted, it still wouldn't explain why im drawn to him!" she exclaimed in a shy manner.
"Maybe somebody upstairs took pity upon you and finally made your second half" he Chided. "What i dont understand is why would he do that while we're looking for the Ancient one?"
"That's what concerns me. Just enjoy yourself Sister. This cant be without reason. Also he totally likes you, I can see it in his eyes" he poked fun at her.
"Shut it!" she yelled attempting to hit him
"Whoa im driving!" he laughed while turning into Mazzios.
"Stupid" she pouted while blushing.
The two cars parked. As the three got out of the cars Aza noticed Lillie's face had turned bright pink and Gabriel was laughing Hysterically.
"Lets Just go inside! " Lillie said while darting towards the entrance while trying not to let Aza notice her blushing.
Gabriel just looked at Aza and shrugged feigning as though he had no clue while grinning to himself. "lets go inside then" giggled Gabriel.
The two walked in while following Lillie. Aza was surprised by the interior. it looked like an Italian pavilion inside. It was refreshing to see culture like this in american architecture. While Aza was gazing around lillie was Amazed by the Pure look on Azas face. almost like an angel. She looked away remembering her mission. This wasn't the time to catch these feelings! Gabriel just giggled to himself while watching her expression.
Oblivious to what had just happened Aza turned back to see what the food was looking like. Pasta, Pizza, Salad. All of the essentials were laid out on the table. Gabriel sgepped up to the counter and Paid for three buffets. taking threee plates he handed one to each of them and atacked the pizza spread. lillie and Aza just looked at eachother and giggled at Gabriel's aggression.
Aza and lillie both got the food they wanted and all three met up at a table in the corner.
The Trio laughed, and joked for a long while. they even lost track of time. Aza never had a curfew so he wasn't really worried about getting home a little late.
Pulling out his phone he sent a text to his mother, explaining the situation and that hed be home a little late.
Continuing the conversation, Aza realized he was lucky to meet people like this so soon after moving to town.
Mid way through this thought a crew of five and filed into the restaurant. They payed for their food and took a seat while waiting for their pizza to be made.
One of the bigger guys kept sending looks over to Aza's table. Lillie very clearly was growing uncomfortable under his gaze.
Noticing this, Gabriel began to pay attention.
Standing up the teen said something to his friends making them all laugh, then proceeded over to the table.
"Hello beautiful, my name's Jared. What are you doing after school on Friday?" he asked while trying to manipulate his face into appearing more manly.
Panicking, Lillie looked to Gabriel and Aza for help.
"Shell be with me and her boyfriend" Gabriel retorted. Lillies face Burned bright red.
The teen Jared just looked at her reaction and didnt beleive what he had said. "Then she wouldnt mind telling me herself would she?"
he exclaimed, Leering.
I.. I'll be with My. B-Boy...."
"She'll be with me," said Aza. "We're going the movies after we get out of practice. You'll have to find someone else."
Lillie looked at him astonished. She was puzzled by his confidence. was this the same quiet guy shed met this morning?
"O-okay," Said Jared, clearly stunned.
He walked back over to his table and his friends couldnt control their laughter anymore. He took a seat and waited.
"So I'll invite Megan and we can have a double-date!" winked Gabriel.
Aza was stunned. He hadnt expected Gabriel or Lillie to take that seriously.
"Uhh.." Aza began.
"Should I wear a dress or....." Lilie asked shyly. staring at her plate with a rosy face.
Aza looked at her expression, realizing as a man, He would have to keep his word. Lillie was so cute too. He couldnt stand the thought of getting her hopes up and then letting her down.
"You can dress casully, it'll be after school afterall" he blushed patting the back of his head.
Gabriel just looked at the situation with a grin. This had gone way better than he'd expected.