Ness's eyes widened. Only then did he notice that Gersner really hadn't made it onto the field—not even the substitutes' bench.
Before the match officially began, Noah had already contacted the club headquarters and terminated Gersner's contract.
Whether it was the senior team or the youth team, what Bayern Munich needed was absolute obedience to orders from above and an absolute determination to win.
As the world's top striker, Noah was the team's undisputed core. It could be said that the entire team was built around him, and everyone else could be replaced according to Noah's wishes.
The youth team was no different.
Although Gersner's performance among players his age could be considered decent, it was merely decent. He was easily replaceable within the youth team, and he had now paid the price for provoking Noah with his irrational behavior today.
"Gersner's ability doesn't match his temper. Besides, I told you, I am discipline itself. Bayern Munich has no need for players who refuse to follow discipline. Do you understand, Ness?"
Noah spoke as his falcon-like gaze descended upon Ness's face.
"Your behavior was far too childish."
"I—I understand."
Ness's voice trembled slightly. He turned his head and glared furiously at Aoi Ashito beside him.
He was extremely dissatisfied with the decision, but in Noah's presence, he could not say anything. He could only grit his teeth and nod.
Ness's gaze was filled with fury, as though he wanted to tear Aoi Ashito apart and swallow him whole.
But this time, Aoi Ashito fearlessly returned his glare.
"This is your only chance."
Noah turned and looked at Aoi Ashito.
"Yes!"
Aoi Ashito nodded solemnly before heading onto the field.
"You're here, Aito."
Kira Ryosuke smiled and slapped his palm against Aoi Ashito's.
"Senior Kira, I'll do my best!"
Aoi Ashito