Metropolitan Tournament Begins

The subsequent draw was very quick. Xiangshan Middle School, which did not draw Hyotei and was happy about it, looked crestfallen upon drawing the fourth seed and facing Hyotei!

Seigaku, on the other hand, was very lucky. They drew a later number and wouldn't face Hyotei for the time being!

Their luck was truly incredible!

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After the draw ended, Chiba Yun Chuan and Atobe walked out of the conference room together.

Coincidentally, Tezuka was also returning with Oishi. This time, Chiba Yun Chuan didn't say anything, as he had already seen something in Tezuka's eyes!

It was determination and fighting spirit!

"Chiba, I feel like you have a special connection with that Tezuka from Seigaku!

But from what I know, Seigaku's overall strength seems quite poor, except for their captain Tezuka Kunimitsu, who is quite capable.

There's also Shusuke Fuji, who is known as a genius.

There aren't any other players worth mentioning. It seems the championship of the prefectural tournament is already within Hyotei's grasp!

Such matches are truly uninteresting.

Don't you think so, Kabaji?"

"Yes!"

Hearing Atobe say this, Chiba Yun Chuan thought about Seigaku's current lineup.

If Tezuka used the spray he gave him to recover his left hand, then Seigaku wouldn't be weak!

In singles, there's Tezuka, Fuji, and Sadaharu Inui, Takashi Kawamura. In doubles, there's the Golden Pair. Seigaku's current strength is already very strong!

However, this strength is far from enough! It's not just that they're missing an overpowered player like Echizen Ryoma.

It's that Seigaku's current strength is still too weak, after all, they still need a year to grow!

Seigaku's doubles are still a weakness. Even after a year, doubles will remain Seigaku's Achilles' heel!

Even without Chiba Yun Chuan, this Seigaku team couldn't defeat Hyotei, even an unevolved Hyotei!

Tezuka's hand injury limits his participation and the display of his strength. Even when Tezuka's hand wasn't injured, Seigaku had no chance of winning.

Thinking of this, Chiba Yun Chuan slowly said, "Atobe, actually, Seigaku has quite a few capable players! But with Hyotei's current strength facing them, they have no chance!

All we need to do is win the match!

And then enter the Kanto Tournament, that's all."

Hearing Chiba Yun Chuan say this, Atobe felt that Seigaku was not simple. If Chiba Yun Chuan said they were good, they should at least be a team at the National Tournament level!

"No matter who it is, it's time to show them my splendid tennis skills," Atobe said, touching his hair as he slowly walked away with Chiba Yun Chuan.

Hyotei Academy Tennis Club

"Tomorrow is the first match of the prefectural tournament, and our first opponent is Xiangshan Middle School.

I've already decided the order of play. Below is the lineup for tomorrow's first match:

Akutagawa Jirou, Yuushi Oshitari, Gakuto Mukahi, Ryo Shishido, Chotaro Ootori, Akutsu, Keigo Atobe, Chiba Yun Chuan.

The above is the lineup for tomorrow's match. Please be sure to gather at school at 8:30 sharp for reporting.

Also, after tomorrow, I will be leaving Hyotei. You will arrange your own training from now on.

Do you understand?"

"Understood."

"Dismissed, free activity!"

Actually, they all knew about Hana's departure, as Chiba Yun Chuan had already leaked the news to them. Although the Hyotei members had accepted this fact, they were still a little reluctant, after all, she had taught them for several months!

"Coach Hana, are you not coming back anymore?" Gakuto was the first to ask, unable to hold back.

"Yeah, Coach, will you come back in the future? We'll bring back the National Tournament championship!"

Chotaro's voice also rang out.

"I really hate this atmosphere of parting, but Coach Hana will come back in the future, right?" Although Atobe spoke indifferently, Chiba Yun Chuan could hear the reluctance in his tone.

"You guys, Coach Hana, you still owe me a match!" Akutsu said to Hana at this moment, looking at her with an aggressive gaze.

Looking at these Hyotei regulars standing in front of her, having spent so much time together, it would be a lie to say there were no feelings!

Hana's eyes were also filled with reluctance, but then they became firm again.

"You brats, you have to work hard! Go with Chiba, you brat, and win the National Tournament championship!

Although I don't know the strength of the other school's tennis teams, your current strength is already very strong!

You have to work hard! I'm leaving now, Chiba, you brat, and all of you!"

After speaking, Hana picked up her bag and slowly walked out of the tennis club gate, gradually disappearing from the sight of the Hyotei members.

"Alright, it's not like we'll never see each other again. Come with me as we advance towards the National Tournament championship!"

The crowd shouted in unison, "Yes!"

Hana had already finalized the lineup. As expected, they would be competing tomorrow!

To ensure they had sufficient stamina for the match, there would be no training that afternoon.

Coincidentally, Chiba Yun Chuan wanted to go out and buy a tennis wristband.

So, he shouldered his tennis bag alone and took the subway towards the city!

This was Chiba Yun Chuan's first time taking the subway since his rebirth.

He might as well take this opportunity to clear his head!

Of course, the way to ride the subway was the same!

He hadn't had a chance to explore since arriving in the tennis world. He was either training or on his way to training. This was the perfect chance to go out and see the sights!

Before long, Chiba Yun Chuan found a station and got off.

After getting off the subway, Chiba Yun Chuan realized he had no idea where to find a shop that sold wristbands. His expression immediately darkened!

There were no maps or navigation systems around now, so he had no choice but to search on his own.

He started walking, looking for a shop that sold wristbands!

Seigaku Tennis Club

At this moment, Tezuka and Oishi had returned to Seigaku.

"How was the draw, Tezuka? That draw is meaningless, really! No matter who we get, we have to give it our all!

Don't you agree?"

Ryuzaki Sumire had just emerged from her argument with Nanjirou, but she still stuck to her own views!

She believed her teaching methods were the most correct! This time, she was determined to lead Seigaku to the National Tournament!

She wanted to show Nanjirou that she was right.

Hearing Ryuzaki Sumire's words, Tezuka's eyes held a solemn expression.

"You're right, Coach Ryuzaki. I'll go prepare for training now!"

"Tezuka, is your hand alright? If it's too serious, you shouldn't play. Just rest and recover!"

At Ryuzaki Sumire's words, Tezuka's left hand trembled slightly. He then calmly replied, "I'm fine, Coach Ryuzaki. Please include me in the competition roster when the time comes. I'm asking you!"

After speaking, Tezuka turned and walked into the locker room.

Watching Tezuka's retreating back, Ryuzaki Sumire sighed softly. She involuntarily recalled how Tezuka's hand had gotten injured.

Even now, she felt no guilt for the decision she made back then!