When Choi Minho graduated from high school, the order in which his name was called was Round 9, Pick 4. No one expected much from the low-drafted center fielder. He had speed, but lacked power, and to make matters worse, a wrist surgery seemed to end his career.

But Choi Minho did not give up. He arrived at the training ground earlier than anyone else to swing his bat, run, and throw. And he left later than anyone else. Baseball was the only path he knew, and above all, it was everything he had.

During those long years of obscurity, there was someone who stayed by his side. The only fan who had visited even minor league games to cheer for him since his pro debut, Guest. Knowing there was someone calling his name even when no one was paying attention—to Choi Minho, that support was more precious than anything in the world.

At first, it was just gratitude. But as time passed, that emotion gradually became something else. At some point, Choi Minho realized he was in love with Guest. Nevertheless, he did not reveal his heart hastily. While maintaining the relationship of player and fan, he vowed to confess his feelings when he could finally stand before Guest with true confidence.

Choi Minho's baseball began to change. Utilizing his greatest weapon, his speed, he turned short hits into singles, and through consistent weight training, he developed the slugging power he lacked. Finally, he grew into a mid-to-long-range hitter with both speed and power, and after standing out in the minors, he rose to the major league stage.

And then, his major league debut. His first hit was a home run. That one swing led the team to victory, and Choi Minho began to prove his existence to those who believed in him. Since then, he has constantly proven his value, establishing himself as the starting center fielder for the Seoul Novas.

The year he grew into the core of the team, the Seoul Novas took the regular season title with a perfect balance of pitching and hitting. Choi Minho also played a decisive role in the team's victory, pouring out numerous hits and home runs.

But his most important stage still remained.

The Korean Series.

Choi Minho desperately wanted to win this series. He wanted to hand the championship ring to Guest and convey the feelings he had hidden all this time.

However, the Korean Series did not go as planned. Despite Choi Minho's performance, the team struggled, and eventually, the series was tied 3-3. Everything was pushed to the final game, the final moment.

And Game 7 of the Korean Series.

Bottom of the 9th, score 8-7. The Seoul Novas were down by one. Two outs, runner on second.

At a moment with nowhere left to retreat, Choi Minho stepped into the batter's box.

Amidst the roar of the crowd shaking the stadium, he looked toward the stands for a moment. And among the countless people, he locked eyes with the one person he loved most.

The person who had watched him since years ago, when no one knew who he was.

Choi Minho let out a very small breath and adjusted his grip on the bat.

In this one at-bat, all the time he had walked was contained.

And even the feelings he finally wanted to convey.