Because He'd Been Caught in the Rain, He Was Good at Knocking Other People's...

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Having clarified his future direction for improvement, Muneyoshi felt as if a completely new door had suddenly opened for him in the world of tennis.

His mind was constantly brimming with all sorts of ingenious ideas.

He was thinking about various training methods, hoping to improve his own strength.

All he wants now is to return to his home in Spain.

Let's clearly define the direction of our targeted training starting tomorrow.

Call...

Muneyoshi took a deep breath, temporarily suppressing the turbulent emotions churning within him.

He glanced at Keith, who was still lying on the ground opposite him, talking to Lin Xiu, and walked over.

Muneyoshi ignored Lin Xiu's wary gaze.

"It seems the match can't continue, and the post-match handshake is something you haven't done in a long time."

After a slight pause, ignoring the somewhat unpleasant expressions on their faces, Muneyoshi continued:

"The current rules and etiquette of tennis are probably not suitable for you two. As for your story and how you ended up in the Underground Tennis World, I'm not interested."

"After all, everyone is an individual, and I'm very busy; I don't want to know how others are doing."

"And because you attacked me, I consider you my opponents, so I won't sympathize with or pity you. I'm just here to teach you a lesson as a victor."

"Your attempt to retaliate and destroy other players through tennis is utterly ridiculous. Is it really because you've been caught in the rain that you're so good at knocking other people's umbrellas away?"

"Unfortunately, your strength is not enough. Besides, the world is vast, and the world of tennis is so big. What is England? They didn't even make it into the world's top four..."

Muneyoshi held his racket, looking straight ahead with an indifferent gaze, not even glancing down at the two people looking up at him.

Just when Keith and Lin Xiu thought Muneyoshi was going to continue mocking and ridiculing them, Muneyoshi suddenly changed the subject and his voice became calm.

"Actually, there's one thing I'm the same as you. I'm also someone who, dissatisfied with the club's rules, resorted to violence to destroy everything, and was subsequently forced to suspend my studies."

"But I don't hate all of this as much as you do, because I know that no matter how many restrictions are placed on tennis, in the end it all comes down to the players' own ability."

"If you don't have the ability to change the environment in England, why not change it?"

"As I just said, the world is vast, and what is England compared to that? If you really have nowhere to go, you can come to Japan, come to my school, and we can improve together and create a bright future..."

"This shouldn't be a difficult decision for you, and you can see from me that Japan isn't a tennis wasteland. There are many people like me, and even more skilled than me..."

"Consider this my invitation, and also a chance for you to start anew. Once you've decided, you can contact me via this phone number!"

Muneyoshi didn't wait for their reply. He finished speaking to himself, left a note, picked up his tennis bag, and turned to leave.

As he approached the stadium entrance, Muneyoshi stopped again:

"Furthermore, your path of combining Qi and mental strength has great potential and is a promising direction in tennis. I hope you continue to develop it, and I hope to have the opportunity to play against you often!"

Muneyoshi's words started with sarcasm, ridicule, and disdain, but gradually softened and became gentler, eventually even starting to appeal to reason and empathy.

However, the amount of information transmitted was so overwhelming that it almost crashed both of them.

Keith and Lin Xiu remained silent, their gazes fixed on his tall, straight back until he completely disappeared.

Muneyoshi actually really admired the two of them, otherwise he wouldn't have said so much, and even used psychological techniques.

First, they are subdued by violence, inflicting severe psychological damage and establishing a strong memory. Then, they are constantly attacked with words, showing contempt for their previous pursuits and paths.

Then, he changed the subject, affirming their efforts and placing all the blame on England, thus gaining their approval.

Finally, they reveal their true intentions, using their own strength and the Japan also has many rivals to arouse their curiosity and longing.

Inviting them at this point, after all the groundwork laid, Will Not Be Nothing, if not move them to tears of gratitude.

Because at that moment, Muneyoshi's tone and eyes were incredibly sincere.

He would give himself a 90 out of 100 for his acting in this moment.

And it's really exciting to show off and then run away.

As for why they can't be forced to make the decision, it's definitely to protect their self-esteem, especially for such proud geniuses.

You've just been beaten up, and then immediately extend an invitation—one wrong word could have the opposite effect.

Let them think about it; that's when Muneyoshi's aim of inciting their hatred of England will take effect.

On one hand, there was a complete ban from Europe, leaving them with no opportunity to play normally; on the other hand, there was Muneyoshi's invitation, allowing them to improve their skills together and have a bright future.

What other choice do we have?

Whether this statement, which disregards England, is too arrogant is irrelevant.

Moreover, he didn't really take England seriously; they weren't a match for Japan.

Of course, all of this is predicated on him teaching them a lesson as a victor, and then giving them a chance.

As for what happens next, we'll have to see what other methods are used.

If the invitation fails, it would indeed be a very discouraging thing for Muneyoshi.

But the sky won't fall completely.

In fact, Muneyoshi's personality is quite awful; he might be better off as a friend.

If it's an opponent, and especially one who's reckless and ruthless.

Then his exposed fangs will be sharper than his opponent's.

In everyone's own script, those who have passed through are merely passersby.

If it doesn't work out, and you happen to encounter them again later, you can say hello if you're in a good mood. As for the rest, focus on yourself.

Muneyoshi walked towards his residence with light steps.

He hadn't actually expected that this trip to Spain would be of such great help to him.

Along the way, he began to review the events of the past few months.

His first encounter with Tezuka allowed him to break through the National Level barrier...

The Fudomine Tennis Club's predicament has rendered all of his original plans futile, and he is struggling to suppress his negative emotions.

His intense emotions led him to confront darkness for the first time during his outburst.

The appearance of darkness once again disrupted his planned path.

Forced to take a year off from school due to his violent behavior, he began traveling between various schools in order to gain experience in competitions, meet more opponents, and truly master this power.

Through continuous challenges, they accumulate competition experience and absorb knowledge, thus promoting their growth in the dark.

This challenging journey within Japan allowed him to fully grasp the basics of using darkness, truly stepping into the gates of the Path of Darkness.

What followed was his training at Chiba Temple, and then Byōdōin's final instruction.

It showed him what a true master looks like, and even the splendor of truly world-class skills.

This also "cured" his gradually arrogant and complacent heart once again.

Of course, it was under the pressure of Byōdōin that he truly incorporated darkness into his own system, rather than being influenced by darkness and becoming increasingly extreme.

Then we arrived in Spain.

On the first day, he encountered a formidable opponent, Tatum, and also met Tokugawa Kazuya and Medrano.

They also encountered attacks from the Underground Tennis World.

Although many regrettable things happened, they actually accelerated his growth in the shadows.

Especially today, he combined the application of Qi with his mastery of the Technique Form, as well as his spiritual power.

This allows his strength to increase explosively in an instant.

Although such explosive power cannot be sustained for long, it is indeed a major breakthrough.

In just a few months, he has established himself at the top level in the country, and his strength after his breakthrough has even reached the world-class level of U-17.

However, Muneyoshi was not satisfied with all of this; his ambitions went far beyond that.

In the coming period, he will need to use the club's scientific training methods to fully consolidate his strength.

And where possible, further improve yourself.

In particular, it further strengthens its own foundation.

Although his own potential had reached its peak, the effects of his "golden finger" and the "dark side" were only just beginning to truly manifest, and it was time for him to continue to realize the potential he had accumulated.

In previous encounters, he drew upon the potential for power from both Ishida Gin and Tatum.

This increased his potential by 0.5 and 1.5 respectively.

This potential has not yet been fully realized; once it is, his strength attribute will be further enhanced.

With such a prominent example, his subsequent choices became more targeted.

He also received a series of potential foundations from John Hebrew, which will guarantee his future improvement in strength.

His mental strength and speed also have room for further improvement.

However, he needs to carefully plan the specific arrangements.

While Saeki Muneyoshi is experiencing everything in Spain, discovering teammates, and starting his training abroad, the Japan National Tournament has finally begun.

Tennis Club clubs from all over the country, who had qualified for the tournament, gathered in Osaka.

Because of Kansai Makino Fuji's two consecutive championships in Kansai, the draw ceremony for this year's National Tournament was held at Makino Fuji.

The National Tournament was also held in the Kansai region.

As the largest city in the Kansai region, Osaka naturally took on the role of hosting this competition.

After the draw, the representatives from each school left the room.

The next day.

The 24 teams participating in this National Tournament entered the venue in an orderly manner and stood in their respective lines in the center of the field.

The stands were packed with people; every National Tournament represents a stage for Japan youth to showcase their highest level of skill.

Therefore, the tournament always attracts many tennis enthusiasts, as well as professional scouts to watch the games.

After all the teams had entered and lined up in neat formations, a middle-aged man in a suit began to deliver his opening speech.

These are all routine speeches.

Of course, apart from the coaches and school leaders at the forefront, no one likes to listen to this kind of empty bureaucratic jargon.

Most of the players glanced at the surrounding teams out of the corner of their eyes, looking for familiar players and learning about the various schools.

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