The Beast Type Four
"Atobe, let's begin. I really didn't expect to be facing you in singles match three this time!"
At the net, Tachibana Kippei extended his right hand towards Atobe. 👊♘ Claw 🐝🎄
"I've already thought of that, so don't let me down, Orange!"
Atobe chuckled lightly. Facing Fudomine, an ordinary formation would certainly not cause them any trouble.
Just as Coach Sakaki Tarou said, Hyotei Academy can only truly defeat Fudomine by going all out in two singles matches and one doubles match.
"Since we've met, let's have a real match, Atobe!"
"That's what I think too, Tachibana. Please give me your guidance!"
"For or against?"
"Just!"
After shaking hands at the net, the two players guessed which side to choose and then returned to the baseline.
"The match begins, a decisive set, it 'Tachibana Kippei's serve from Fudomine Junior High!"
"It seems everything is going as Coach Sakaki predicted... The match between Tachibana Kippei and Atobe is about to begin!"
"The upcoming match is absolutely not to be missed," said Oshitari.
"Atobe has been preparing for this match for a long time; he's sure to win!"
Mukahi Gakuto chuckled. Ever since Atobe and Oshitari Kabaji returned, the members of the Hyotei Academy had noticed a dramatic change in their strength.
Therefore, they have full confidence in the Hyotei Academy's current strength.
"Go for it, brother!"
Tachibana An nervously gripped her small hands and called out in a clear voice. She was quite indignant that her voice had been drowned out by the Hyotei Academy team.
Tachibana An had a very bad impression of Atobe.
However, she also knew Atobe's strength; he was indeed one of the top people in the junior high school world. 🐳✋ Claw 🎈👮
Although she was confident in her brother's abilities, she couldn't help but worry.
On the service line, there was no one else in Tachibana Kippei's field of vision except for Atobe.
"Here we go, Atobe!"
With a loud shout, his entire body glowed with a dark red light, and as he tossed the ball into the air, his muscles began to twitch.
In an instant, every part of Tachibana Kippei's body entered a state of full combat readiness.
Since these are familiar opponents, and it's not like the World Tournament where players need to conserve their energy in three games, their playing styles have changed significantly compared to before.
They went all out from the start.
Bang!
The ball, imbued with all of Tachibana Kippei's strength and energy, was launched like a Tachibana Kippei, and with its powerful force, it slammed straight into Atobe's feet.
Moreover, after experiencing the baptism of world competitions and the training camp, Tachibana Kippei truly found his own path in tennis.
Especially after encountering various paths and the existing improvement methods in the training camp, his development of Beast Aura has improved significantly compared to before.
The powerful force generated an astonishing shockwave, which, upon landing, expanded rapidly, carrying the essence of the tennis ball, transforming into a gigantic tiger's head, howling with fierce winds.
The Beast Type Four – the leap of the tiger.
"Ju, it seems you haven't stopped either. This shot was even more powerful than before!"
Atobe's gaze sharpened. Fighting Tachibana Kippei wouldn't be as easy as he had been against that arrogant brat from Seigaku in the previous round.
Not only is his strength improving, but Tachibana Kippei has also fully entered that realm.
However, in Atobe's eyes, this ball posed little threat to him.
However, since Tachibana Kippei was prepared to use all his strength, he couldn't fall behind!
Thinking of this, little bits of icy blue light flickered in Atobe's pupils, and the weaknesses unique to Tachibana Jupei were clearly revealed in his eyes. ♟☹ ❻9 🍮🎈
Bang!
Bang!
The two went all out from the start, resulting in a highly entertaining tug-of-war for the surrounding audience.
Atobe Keigo is keenly aware of the weaknesses, Tachibana Kippei reacts swiftly and counters each move.
Both sides' dedication to honing their fundamentals is undoubtedly top -Japan.
Moreover, the intensity of the back-and-forth battles and the use of special moves was more spectacular than any other match in this year's Metropolitan Tournament.
"Hiss... Tachibana-senpai and Atobe of the Hyotei Academy, are they going all out from the start? This match is completely beyond our level..."
A bead of cold sweat trickled down Kamio Akira, and his body trembled slightly with excitement.
Although satisfied with his improved skills, Kamio still felt his shortcomings after seeing this kind of match.
He didn't know how many goals he could last on the field at that intensity.
Ibu Shinji, standing beside him, nodded in agreement. Their slight improvement in strength was incomparable to that of Tachibana and Atobe.
Meanwhile, in a corner of the stands, Echizen Ryoma, who was restricted from playing today due to poor performance, had somehow arrived after going out to buy water.
He stared intently at the field, his heart once again filled with excitement at Nanjirou's determination to call him back to Japan.
"Even the Monkey Mountain King can't suppress this Vice Minister of the Fudomine. Is he also a powerhouse on par with the Minister and the others?"
Wow, there are so many talented junior high school students in Japan!
The opportunity to compete with so many masters, even if he kept losing, made him feel a surge of excitement!
"Game, this round was won by Tachibana Kippei from Fudomine Junior High, score 1:0."
Tachibana Kippei unleashed his Beast Aura, showcasing various basic transformations beyond the Lion form, and took the first round.
When it came to Atobe's serve, he showed no weakness either.
Bang!
Bang!
"Game, this round is won by Atobe Keigo of the Hyotei Academy, the score is 1:1."
The match between the two was very intense, lasting only ten minutes in total, ending the first stage of the "warm-up" with each player winning their respective service games.
"Hmm~ Orange, I think you've warmed up enough, right? Show me your true skills, or I won't be so polite."
Watching Tachibana Kippei, crouching in the Atobe receiving area, flicked his bangs.
Although they seemed to be having a big fight, for him it was really just a warm-up.
He could sense that Tachibana Kippei was holding back, and since he was now fully warmed up, he challenged him to a fight.
Atobe wanted to see Tachibana Kippei's true strength.
If Tachibana Kippei's strength doesn't improve much... then, just as he said, he'll win this match.
Before Tachibana Kippei could even reply, the surrounding onlookers couldn't hold back any longer.
"Wha... what? Warm-up?!"
"Is Atobe from the Hyotei Academy joking?! That intense activity just now was merely a warm-up for them?!"
"I knew Atobe from the Hyotei Academy would be a show-off, but I never expected him to get even more arrogant in his third year!"
"Yeah, even Tachibana Kippei from Fudomine, that guy with the thick eyebrows and big eyes, is starting to cooperate with him!"
The audience was in an uproar.
If what Atobe said is true, then during this warm-up, many of them were already struggling to keep up with the two players' hitting speed.
If they both get completely serious, that would be a disaster.
Is that junior high school tennis the same junior high school tennis they know?
However, Tachibana Kippei and Atobe on the court ignored the gossip outside, while Fudomine and the Hyotei Academy team members in the rest area watched the court silently and attentively.
"Alright, warm-up's over. Watch out, Atobe!"
Tachibana Kippei grabbed the bouncing tennis ball, took a deep look at Atobe's position, and the Beast Aura that had been lingering around him quickly spread outwards.
Moreover, the black color gradually faded, and a scarlet aura emerged from his body.
A powerful, blood-red aura began to sweep across the entire stadium.
At this moment, Tachibana Kippei seemed to have truly transformed into a ferocious beast, frightening many people around the field into taking two steps back.
"Akutsu?! No... is she the same as him?"
Ryoma Echizen Ryoma's gaze narrowed slightly in the stands. The crimson aura emanating from Tachibana Kippei immediately reminded him of the guy on his team he couldn't beat.
Akutsu Jin!
Although the feeling that Tachibana Kippei gave him was completely different from the aura that Akutsu conveyed.
It is less ferocious and dangerous, but the feeling of terror is exactly the same.
This is yet another person he can't beat!
"Take this, Atobe!"
Tachibana Kippei's left knuckles pressed tightly against the tennis ball, pressing down a layer of the ball's fuzz. The crimson aura in his palm contracted continuously, as if it were glowing.
Beast Type Four - Wind Beast - Wind Bite!
Bang!
The moment the racket and tennis ball collided, the immense force caused the tennis ball to deform instantly. The crimson aura transformed into a beast resembling a mink, with a short tail, mottled fur, and leopard-like markings, which leaped around the tennis ball.
The enormous sound wave was like a roar, and the surrounding wind and waves tore straight towards Atobe.
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