A tie

After the match, Atobe regained consciousness. 69ֆɦʊӼ.ƈօʍ

Saeki Muneyoshi took the initiative to step forward and greet Atobe, extending his hand as he said:

"Atobe, thank you for your guidance. Today's match was truly exciting; it was probably the most threatening match I've ever faced between us!"

Aside from Akutsu, Muneyoshi's most admired and favorite person was Atobe.

Compared to the monotonous tennis and unchanging routines of others, Atobe initially pursued a more flamboyant style.

His words and actions were filled with absolute confidence, but this confidence eventually veered into arrogance.

However, all of this also highlights Atobe's charm.

Of course, most importantly, Muneyoshi loves to shatter or slap Atobe in Atobe face after he makes a declaration.

This is one of Muneyoshi's few quirky interests.

But after today's match, Muneyoshi's opinion of Atobe has changed.

Besides his arrogant personality, Atobe also sensed Muneyoshi's unwavering dedication to power and his pride in his tennis career.

Most importantly, Atobe has already demonstrated the ability to continuously evolve in battle.

Whenever Muneyoshi cornered him, he always managed to find a glimmer of hope and make progress again.

For this year's world championships, and for the future of Japan tennis, Atobe's presence is an excellent thing.

He is also one of the most important forces for the future of the Japan Team.

However, given Hyotei Academy's strength and their performance in the National Tournament, it's unlikely that Fudomine will face Hyotei Academy again.

It was precisely because of this that, after completing this match, Muneyoshi completely regarded Atobe as a true teammate.

"Hmph! It's rare that you feel threatened. However, Muneyoshi, I should be the one saying that."

Hearing Muneyoshi's tacit praise, Atobe's lips curled up, but his pride wouldn't allow him to admit it verbally. He then shook hands with Muneyoshi.

"By the way, Muneyoshi, what exactly was that thing that appeared on your last shot?"

As they were parting, Atobe, unable to contain his curiosity, suddenly asked a question.

It was only with the final ball that he truly felt a different level of strength. The immense pressure and terrifying mental suppression placed upon him made him feel as if he were witnessing hell.

"Ha! This is a world-class secret, Different Dimension Realm!"

Muneyoshi smiled slightly. He wasn't surprised that Atobe would be curious about these things, because he would eventually reach this point in the future.

"Different Dimension, huh... Hmph! Once I get there, I'll definitely win!"

Atobe waved his hand, uttered a few words, and then turned back to the Hyotei Academy's team.

"Let's go check if the match between Seigaku and Rikkai Dai has finished!"

Seeing that the Fudomine team had finished packing up, Muneyoshi smiled slightly, got up and walked towards another court, with the Fudomine team following behind him as they left.

Meanwhile, in another match between Seigaku and Rikkai Dai, Echizen Ryoma was brutally beaten in the singles match.

In the second doubles match, Seigaku's Oishi and Kikumaru faced off against Rikkai Dai's Marui Bunta and Jack Sanohara. After a tiebreaker, Seigaku's Golden Pair barely managed to win.

In the singles second match, Akutsu from Seigaku easily won.

The remaining doubles match became a close contest. To counter Rikkai Dai's doubles pair, Seigaku sent out Inui Sadaharu and Fuji Shusuke, Rikkai Dai fielded Niou Masaharu and Yanagi Renji.

This match was full of exciting moments, starting with a clash between Niou and Fuji.

Although Niou can use illusions, his true strength is definitely inferior to Fuji's; however, this is a doubles match.

Yanagi Renji's data Inui Sadaharu's; after calibrating the data, he began to suppress it.

However, as the match continued, Niou's transformation had exhausted too much of his stamina, and the final decision of the match fell to Yanagi Renji and Fuji.

When Muneyoshi and the others arrived at the venue, the doubles match had already reached the tiebreaker stage, and it was the final moment.

"17-16! Seigaku Fuji, and the Kane combination is leading."

"17-17! Rikkai Dai's Yanagi Renji and Niou pair, a draw."

The Tiebreak between Fuji and Yanagi Renji was extremely intense, with neither side willing to concede that crucial point.

One of Seigaku's three giants Rikkai Dai giants, both displaying their full strength, further enhanced by Niou's occasional assistance.

"This is the first time I've ever seen Fuji- senpai like this."

Momoshiro Takeshi looked at Fuji, whose Fuji was resolute, and said that in the past, Fuji was always smiling, and he had never seen him so serious before.

"Fuji, are you feeling the pressure too? Or are you trying to help Tezuka shoulder the responsibility?" Ryūzaki Sumire thought to herself from the coaching bench.

"Tezuka, I will not lose. I will end the match in doubles."

Fuji wanted to end the match in doubles, but Yanagi Renji's determination was touching.

At this moment, Rikkai Dai had reached the edge of the cliff. If they failed, their journey in the Kanto Tournament would be over, and he absolutely could not allow it.

"Yukimura, I promised you, I will not lose, and I will definitely put the final decision in your hands."

And one thing is a bit of a pity. Although Fuji has awakened 80% of his potential, he has not yet released his full potential because he is still playing for others and still takes Tezuka as his role model.

Therefore, his finishing ability is somewhat lacking.

Without finding his own path, Fuji was never able to become one of the top junior high school students.

"21-20, Rikkai Dai Yanagi Renji and Niou teams are in the lead!"

Gradually, with the help of Niou Masaharu, Yanagi Renji gained a slight advantage, scoring a crucial point with a single move, the "Utsusemi." Next, it was his turn to serve.

If we can win this match, we've won the game.

"Seigaku, Sadaharu, Fuji Shusuke, you're finished!" Yanagi Renji roared as he served the ball.

Fuji takes a shot and returns the ball.

"The probability of hitting the ball to the left when returning a shot is 85%."

As soon as Yanagi Renji finished speaking, Niou was already fully prepared, and the ball landed exactly as Yanagi Renji had predicted.

Niou, having reached the frontcourt, delivered an incredibly precise low lob, the ball slowly falling through the net.

"The scoring percentage for this shot is 100%!"

"Don't even think about it!"

Fuji Shusuke roared for the first time and charged towards the net, managing to return the ball with a backhand slice before it hit the ground.

This scene was unexpected by Yanagi Renji. He had originally calculated that Fuji be able to catch the ball, but it didn't matter, it was just one more ball.

Just as Yanagi Renji was about to intercept, the ball he hit suddenly started to float upwards and then plummeted downwards.

"What? It's not White Dragon, it's a white whale!"

Yanagi Renji was taken aback. Fuji's reaction was somewhat unexpected. He had thought Fuji would unleash the White Dragon, but he hadn't expected him to change his move.

Beluga whales, because they need to hit balls that float upwards, generally don't stand too far forward; otherwise, if they float too far ahead, they're likely to go out of bounds even when they fall.

Fuji Fuji's control over the wind has reached an unparalleled level.

"Liu, do we need to save him? This ball will go out of bounds!" Niou Masaharu judged.

"No, Fuji Shusuke in such good form right now that he won't make any mistakes."

Yanagi Renji, however, was not careless at all; the information about the white whale was also in his mind.

Fortunately, he wasn't careless; the ball landed steadily on the baseline and began to bounce back.

Yanagi Renji immediately turned around and ran back. He did not choose to smash the ball back when it flew over his head, as that might make him a sacrifice to the Qilin.

As the tennis ball landed at the baseline, Yanagi Renji hit a flat shot with very little spin.

"Impressive, Renji. Even at the very last moment, you remained so cautious. Not only did you break through the White Whale's defenses, but you also attempted to simultaneously seal off the Phoenix and the Qilin."

On the other side, Inui Sadaharu was full of praise. He didn't try to catch the ball, but chose to trust Fuji.

"There is some rotation, though not much!"

Seeing the ball coming, Fuji smiled again. In order to counter his moves, the two Rikkai Dai had been hitting balls with no spin.

But at this moment, a slight mishap occurred.

The Guardian of the Hundred-Armed Giant!

A streak of silver light flashed across the court, and the tennis ball flew into Rikkai Dai's court.

"You won't get this ball over the net again!"

"Niou!"

Yanagi Renji was well aware of the power of this move, and he wasn't confident he could counter it, but he also Niou!

"Pfft! For spinning, Saeki Muneyoshi is a bit better!"

Swish!

For the first time in this match, Niou, running at full speed, transformed into Muneyoshi, his eyes gleaming with a purplish-black light, before unleashing a powerful swing.

"Glowing Flame - Fireworks!"

Bang!

"Game 1, Doubles match ends, Rikkai Dai wins, score 7-6."

P. S.: "Requesting double tickets at the beginning of the month!"

I drove back to my hometown this afternoon, a four-hour drive. Tomorrow, after celebrating my elders' birthday, I'll drive back to Chengdu tonight. That's only two chapters for today, and I expect two more tomorrow.