Outside, Ryoma's eyebrows suddenly rise as if he's realized something.
A moment later, a quiet chuckle escapes his lips, and he casually takes several steps away from Umemoto.
Then he suddenly speaks to himself, seemingly addressing someone who is not standing anywhere near him.
"Ah, so you've finally awakened."
<< What? >>
"I must admit, I'm rather impressed that you've managed to regain consciousness."
<< You? Who are you? How are you inside my body? >>
<< Wait... you're the one controlling my body? >>
"Ku-ku-ku... Ryoma, have you truly forgotten me already? I left you alone for only a few weeks, and you've already managed to forget me?"
At the same time, Umemoto hears those bizarre words and simply stands there for several moments, trying to understand what he is witnessing.
Even the referee, standing close enough to hear Ryoma's strange remarks, looks equally confused and increasingly concerned about his condition.
"What's wrong with him?"
