Seigaku and Fudomine's third showdown
The next day.ඏ🍧 ☺👮
The day of the Kanto Tournament finals at Ariake Tennis Forest Park.
Morning, on the courts of the Fudomine Tennis Club.
Hanamura Aoi walked in with graceful steps from a distance.
She was plump and had a graceful appearance. Her wine-red hair added a touch of charm, but her sharp eyes gave her a heroic air.
After carefully confirming the assembled team members, Hanamura Aoi nodded upon seeing their high spirits, then gently waved:
"Let's claim our second consecutive Kanto championship! Let's go!"
At the school gate, members of the Fudomine Tennis Club who were not originally part of the Regular gathered in a large group, and they would later head to the competition venue.
Kanto Tournament twice in a row, Fudomine is determined to win!
At the same time.
Fudomine, on the Tennis Club court of the Seigaku at Seishundai.
Tezuka quietly walked into the assembled Seigaku Tennis Club. He glanced at the expressions of the Regular, a slight fluctuation in his eyes, before turning away under everyone's gaze.
Tezuka approached the group, standing before all the Regular members. His expression was somewhat solemn, but his words were resolute. "Let's go! Head to the venue!"
When both teams arrived at Ariake Tennis Forest Park, a large crowd had already gathered around the match court.
This result was unexpected for most people.
The former champion of the Kanto Tournament has fallen from grace without anyone noticing, and this year's final is actually a match between two schools from Tokyo Metropolis.
Moreover, they are not ordinary opponents.
The rivalry between the two teams can be traced back to the initial qualifiers, or even last year's qualifiers.
Good morning, Tezuka.
Upon arriving at the registration area, Saeki Muneyoshi greeted Tezuka, who had Tezuka a step later than them.
Having known each other for three years, starting from junior high school, the two could be considered old acquaintances.
"Yes, good morning, Muneyoshi."
Tezuka nodded in acknowledgment with a relaxed expression.
Within Japan, Saeki Muneyoshi is a worthy target and rival.
On the international World Tournament, Saeki Muneyoshi is a very reliable mainstay.
Because we were familiar with each other, we took advantage of the break during the sign-in period.
The other members of Seigaku were also greeting Fudomine's group.
Although the two teams rarely, if ever, trained together, they got to know each other as they played together from the qualifiers onwards.
There's a classic saying: often, the person who understands you best is your rival.
The relationship and atmosphere between the two sides seem relatively harmonious, which greatly disappointed those onlookers who thought they were sworn enemies.
Surprisingly, neither Seigaku nor Fudomine showed any undercurrent of intense competition in their pre-match clash.
The onlookers were very dissatisfied...
However, Shiba Saori, who was taking photos nearby, didn't miss such a good opportunity. She seized the moment and snapped away, capturing many photos that she was satisfied with.
9:00 AM.
The match officially began on the largest court in the very center of the tennis park.
"Next, we will begin the third singles match, between Ishida Tetsu from Fudomine Junior High and Akutsu Jin from Seigaku."
"Please allow both players to enter the arena."
Upon hearing the broadcast, a strange light flashed in Tachibana Kippei's eyes.
"Just as Muneyoshi predicted before, Seigaku, having learned their Seigaku once, will definitely make adjustments to their doubles this time."
It seems that Echizen Ryoma had always been the third singles player, has been abandoned, and Akutsu has been brought back to the third singles position.
After several matches, Seigaku also discovered the importance of singles three-on-three, which can effectively gain the upper hand from the start.
And in the entire Japan high school world, who is more suitable than Akutsu in a one-on-three match?
Please give me your guidance!
In the middle of the net, Ishida Tetsu reached out his hand with a mixture of nervousness and seriousness.
Please give me your guidance.
Akutsu frowned, then extended his hand and gently shook it.
Although he knew that Saeki Muneyoshi was unlikely to appear in the singles third match, he was still somewhat dissatisfied that even Tachibana Kippei wasn't among them.
After the coin toss was over, Ishida Tetsu walked to his own half of the field and set up his defensive formation.
Meanwhile, Akutsu Jin, on the opposite service line, remained expressionless. After the referee announced the start of the match, he didn't give Ishida much time to think. He tossed the tennis ball up and swung his racket backward.
Bang!
The tennis ball seemed to leave behind a series of dazzling afterimages, landing in the angled area where Ishida Tetsu received the serve.
From the very beginning, the tennis ball was placed in the most standard first-mover position, Akutsu's various techniques were gradually improving to perfection.
The tennis ball bounced up, Ishida took a step to the side, and without the slightest hesitation, he raised his arm and smashed it hard.
Bang!
The heavy tennis ball was hit towards Akutsu's backhand, which was completely different from the one he had used in the previous match against Muneyoshi.
Akutsu's retort was equally cunning; he simply raised his hand slightly.
He gripped the racket handle with one hand, striking a powerful and decisive pose.
Thump!!
A nearly straight golden beam of light was deflected from Ishida Tetsu's side.
The immense force and incredible speed caught many people off guard.
For a moment, Ishida Tetsu was stunned.
Bang!
Bang!
"Game, this round is won by Akutsu Jin of Seigaku, score 5:0."
"Both sides change sides!"
After Akutsu revealed his strength, the inexperienced Ishida Tetsu was unable to pose any threat to him.
There was no way to stop Akutsu's offensive or withstand his Akutsu bombardment; defeat was all that awaited Ishida Tetsu.
Ishida sat down on the makeshift chair, and a white towel was immediately handed to him.
"Thank you, Minister!"
Ishida trembled as he took the towel and quickly wiped his face. In this sweltering heat and sweat, he had actually felt cold for a moment.
"Ishida, don't overthink it. Cherish this rare match against Akutsu. Only by fully unleashing your potential can you surpass yourself!"
"Yes, I will try my best, Minister!"
Muneyoshi nodded and said nothing more.
The gap in strength between Ishida Tetsu and Akutsu cannot be bridged simply by giving them a pep talk; Muneyoshi was merely trying to salvage a heart on the verge of collapse.
After the lineup was finalized, Muneyoshi didn't put any pressure on Ishida, even though Ishida was now on the verge of elimination.
Having composed himself, Ishida stepped back onto the court, only to find that the fire within him had been reignited.
This final round isn't for anyone else; it's for myself, and I'm making this last gamble.
Akutsu returned to the field, naturally sensed Ishida's determination.
Seeing this, Akutsu grinned maliciously, and Ishida gained his newfound respect.
So...
Swish!
Sizzle sizzle sizzle~~
The dazzling Shining Shot with the force of magma, and a ball of brilliant light crashed down on Ishida.
Akutsu is about to end the match.
Ishida, who was no stranger to Shining Shot, took a deep breath.
"Wave Shot, Eighty-first Form!"
A cry of alarm rang out, and a silver-blue light descended like divine might.
However, under the suppression of Akutsu's dazzling Light Ball, Ishida's immense force was quickly overwhelmed, and his racket was destroyed.
Bang!
"Game over. Akutsu Jin of Seigaku Gakuen wins, score 6-0."
On the field.
Akutsu and Ishida shook hands across the net.
"Thank you for your guidance, Akutsu!"
"Ishida said in a deep voice, panting heavily."
"Tch, too bad you're so bad. You should go back and practice more!"
Akutsu's face still held that arrogant look, but this time he also saw the same shadow of Kawamura Takashi in Ishida.
"Tch, they're all idiots..."