Does This Great-Grand-Me Have No Temper?
"Now, the final of this National Tournament, the doubles match 2, will begin. The Fudomine pair of Tachibana Kippei and Lin Xiu will face Rikkai Dai Sanada Genichirou and Niou Masaharu!"
"Please bring your players to the stage!"
"Victorious Rikkai Dai! Victorious Rikkai Dai!"
"Fudomine will win! Fudomine will win!"
As the event's announcements began, cheers for Fudomine and Rikkai Dai rang out from outside the venue.
However, hidden beneath these cheers was the shock of some who clearly understood the strengths of both sides.
Among the more prominent examples are Tezuka, Shiraishi, Oshitari, and Atobe.
Besides them, there are also Chitose Senri, Fuji Shusuke, Kite Eishiro, and others.
These people were startled by the array.
"Hey, hey, hey, you actually put Kippei and Sanada in doubles? What kind of joke is this?"
Chitose Senri of Shitenhoji was speechless. Although Tachibana Kippei had played doubles before, shouldn't the priority be to ensure the win rate of the singles match in the final match of the National Tournament?
With Fudomine and Rikkai Dai up their lineups like this, are they both preparing to forfeit a singles match?
"However, the rivalry between Tachibana Kippei and Sanada, plus the addition of Lin Xiu and Niou, these two sides are really daring!"
In the Hyotei Academy area, Atobe leaned back in his chair, his crossed legs no longer trembling; he too was astonished by this magnificent scene.
Putting two guys whose strength is no less than his in doubles is something that only Fudomine and Rikkai Dai could do.
"Fudomine..."
In the Rikkai Dai players' area, Yanagi Renji was shocked when he heard the lineup announced by the referee.
Could it be that their negotiated tactics were actually seen through by Fudomine?
How is that possible?
However, he only hesitated for a moment before feeling a surge of joy.
If Tachibana Kippei is moved to doubles, then even if Keith is brought in for singles, they have a chance!
If Sanada and Niou reveal what they've been secretly researching, they're sure to win.
Compared to the teams that were focused on winning the national championship, the other spectators were much more relaxed.
"It's finally starting!"
"A showdown between Fudomine and Rikkai Dai!"
"I didn't expect that the Fudomine and Rikkai Dai would both appear in doubles team 2. Doesn't this mean it's going to be a clash of titans right from the start?"
Akutsu Jin and the others focused their attention on the players from Fudomine and Rikkai Dai who were about to take the field.
The competition started off incredibly intensely, which was truly unexpected.
Just by hearing the names of the two players about to take the stage, one can tell that this is going to be a fierce battle.
Especially Akutsu, who has a very close relationship with both of them.
Even though the match hadn't started yet, everyone knew that this duel was destined to be an incredibly fierce one.
The scene of Tachibana Kippei's fierce battle against Sanada Genichirou during the Kanto Tournament is also a classic piece of material.
As the figures in black and tan stepped onto the court, the noise from outside immediately subsided.
"Tachibana Kippei!"
Arriving at the net, looking at Tachibana Kippei in front of him, Sanada's emotions went from calm to joy and then back to calm.
He never expected that even after making concessions and coming to the doubles for Rikkai Dai's victory, he would still be matched against Tachibana Kippei.
However, this makes his opponent more in line with his expectations.
The defeat at the Kanto Tournament must be washed away with the blood of Tachibana Kippei!
Please give me your guidance!
The same goes for Tachibana Kippei. His move to doubles was indeed the result of discussions between Hanamura Aoi and Saeki Muneyoshi. He was willing to accept this arrangement so that the team could win.
However, now that he's facing Sanada again in doubles, he won't hesitate at all.
Therefore, while Sanada was slightly taken aback, Tachibana Kippei extended his hand, and then Sanada also extended his hand.
Please give me your guidance!
"Puri! Nice to meet you!"
Niou Masaharu's eyes, hidden beneath his bangs, scrutinized Lin Xiu, the man with brown hair standing before him.
He also didn't expect the Fudomine to send Lin Xiu and Tachibana Kippei to form a doubles team.
Compared to the tacit understanding between Tachibana Kippei and Keith, there are definitely deeper flaws to be discovered in the tacit understanding between Tachibana Kippei and Lin Xiu.
Thinking of this, Niou Masaharu smiled mysteriously.
While his Insight wasn't as sharp as Atobe's, he was confident enough to spot this weakness within a few rounds.
Lin Xiu also had a smile on his face. Nowadays, Keith was Fudomine.
Tachibana Kippei and his practice sessions were also quite extensive.
If the opponent is trying to find a breakthrough in this area, they're likely to be disappointed...
After the handshake and guessing game, Tachibana Kippei and the Sanada three turned and walked towards their chosen half of the court.
"The match begins! A decisive set! Rikkai Dai Affiliated Middle School's Sanada Genichirou and Niou Masaharu serve!"
As the referee climbed onto the high chair and took his place, blowing the whistle to start the game, the stadium gradually quieted down.
On Rikkai Dai's service line.
Niou Masaharu gently tapped the tennis ball in his hand, his gaze incredibly focused, as if he were doing something sacred.
At the same time, both Tachibana Kippei and Lin Xiu's eyes fell on Niou Masaharu was preparing to serve.
"Tennis with a phantom-like mental path?"
Tachibana Kippei's eyebrows lifted slightly.
"If that fleeting brilliance at the Kanto Tournament was your limit, you don't deserve praise like Muneyoshi's. Let me see just how far your Phantom Copy Tennis can go!"
Niou Masaharu was of course unaware of what Tachibana Kippei was thinking at that moment. He was now completely focused, his spiritual energy fluctuating and beginning to converge with a figure in his mind.
Swish!
With a flick of his wrist, Niou tossed the tennis ball high into the air.
As the tennis ball began to fall, Niou Masaharu slammed his foot into the ground, leaned his body back sharply, and then leaped upwards like a bird spreading its wings.
In mid-air.
Niou Masaharu stretched out his arm and slammed it down hard on the tennis ball.
Boom!
With a crisp, loud bang, a greyish-white figure appeared on the court, replacing Niou's appearance.
The tennis ball landed on Fudomine's half of the court in an instant, and instead of bouncing, it slid quickly along the ground.
Theirs Serve!
"ACE, Rikkai's Masaharu Oh scores, score 15-0."
As the tennis ball flew quickly out of the court, the experienced referee did not hesitate for long before raising his arm and blowing his whistle, announcing that Rikkai Dai had scored.
"Phew~ It looks pretty good!"
"That guy Niou Masaharu..."
In the Hyotei Academy players' area, seeing Niou once again mimicking his "offense," Atobe's narrow eyes narrowed instantly.
However, this time, the other members of the Hyotei Academy didn't find the scene funny.
After all, if Niou Masaharu truly masters all of Atobe's techniques, wouldn't that mean Rikkai Dai has gained another top-tier fighter?
This is an outcome that these schools absolutely do not want to see.
Back on the court.
Tachibana Kippei's gaze swept across the long marks on the court, and his wariness of Niou increased.
At this moment, he naturally shared the same thought as the members of the Hyotei Academy.
The variable of Niou is indeed a dangerous point for Fudomine.
"If that's the case, then we'll suppress you from the very beginning!"
Having made his decision, Tachibana Kippei's unique Beast Aura began to spread, and an immense mental pressure began to envelop Niou Masaharu.
"Phew... You're getting serious so quickly, then I won't hold back, pfft!"
As Niou Masaharu finished speaking, he, who had returned to his original form, was once again surrounded by wisps of invisible energy.
"Tachibana Kippei, Lin Xiu, you two! Are you ready to be captivated by my magnificent ball skills?"
Niou Masaharu flicked his hair with one hand and spoke coldly to Tachibana Kippei and Lin Xiu.
Niou Phantom - Atobe Keigo reappears.
"Um!"
"Niou has actually managed to completely imitate Atobe?"
Upon seeing that even Niou Masaharu in the arena was starting to mimic his speech, Oshitari Yushi's heart skipped a beat, and he subconsciously looked at Atobe Keigo.
Atobe, who was already unhappy because Niou imitated his serve, was now even more annoyed.
To imitate oneself again and again—does one really think one has no temper?
"Rikkai Dai's Niou Masaharu, that guy really doesn't take my words to heart at all!"
A sharp, cold glint flashed in Atobe's eyes; he had already decided to teach Niou a "lesson."
"Kabaji, after the game, let's go to Rikkai Dai!"
Yes~
On the field.
Looking at Niou Masaharu, Atobe Keigo, Tachibana Kippei's expression became somewhat eager. Not only him, but also his partner Lin Xiu felt immense pressure at this moment.
Tap... tap...
Bending down and lightly tapping the tennis ball in his hand, Niou continuously adjusted his breathing. After catching that fleeting rhythm, he once again tossed the tennis ball high into the air.
Leaning back and bending forward, then springing up, the racket flashes!
Theirs Serve has appeared again!
However, after scoring like this twice in a row, Tachibana Kippei had a way to deal with it.
Ju quickly walked to the landing point of the tennis ball, stood sideways, twisted her ankle, and adjusted her posture with a loud screech of her shoe against the ground.
With her racket facing the incoming tennis ball that was about to hit the ground, Tachibana Kippei and suddenly pulled the racket tip to the ground!
Bang!
A burst of light erupted, and the slightly bouncing tennis ball was scooped up by Tachibana Kippei and then tossed back.
The rapidly spinning tennis ball, with a sharp whooshing sound as it spun violently against the air, flew towards Niou's blind spot at the baseline.
It landed heavily on Rikkai Dai's half of the field.
Then, in the next second, Niou, transformed into Atobe, fully demonstrated Atobe's astonishing leg strength, appearing at the landing point of the tennis ball as soon as the sound rang out.
"Hmph! How dare you use such a weak technique in front of me!"
Niou Masaharu uttered the same words as Atobe Keigo.
"How presumptuous of you! Enjoy the admiration of my magnificent skills!"
Stretch, backswing, slicing.
After the tennis ball slid a distance on the racket, a faint chill permeated the space, and in Niou's eyes, it seemed as if illusory icicles appeared.
He instinctively aimed at one of the nets, swung his racket with all his might, and the tennis ball transformed into a streak of light, falling back towards Fudomine's half of the court!
Bang!
"Game 1, Rikkai's Masaharu Ohno scores, score 1-0."
"Switch sides!"
"You dare to hold back against me? You're truly overestimating yourself!"
At this moment, Niou Masaharu perfectly imitated Atobe, and a slight contemptuous smile appeared on his face. The beauty mark at the corner of his eye was particularly eye-catching in the sunlight.
"Why do we, as outsiders, find Atobe's personality so awful?"
Seeing Niou Masaharu with Atobe's Atobe on the field, making various familiar sounds, Mukahi Gakuto subconsciously asked his teammates next to him.
"Mukahi -senpai! Maybe it's because the captain's arrogant attitude is usually directed at our rivals, which is why we don't feel that way!"
Upon hearing Mukahi Gakuto's question, the honest boy Ohtori Choutarou blurted out the answer instinctively.
However, as soon as he spoke, Mukahi and Chotaro suddenly felt a chill envelop them.
"Mukahi, Chotaro..."
Atobe's voice rang softly in their ears. "From now on, your training volume will be double that of everyone else!"
"Um?"
Upon hearing this, Mukahi Gakuto looked up and instantly saw Atobe Keigo's icy face.
They instinctively shrank back, not daring to object to Atobe's punishment, because it was obvious to everyone.
At this point, Atobe was on the verge of exploding.
And that was indeed the case. Looking at Niou Masaharu in the arena, Atobe felt for the first time how much of an eyesore he was.
"Tachibana Kippei, why don't you teach this imposter a lesson? Don't tell me you can't even handle my fake!"
At this moment, Niou Masaharu, except that he had not yet unleashed Ice World, was a complete Atobe Keigo.
This is unforgivable for Atobe Keigo, who considers himself unique!
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