Tezuka Unlocked the Seamless Limit

After breaking through Tezuka's perfect state of "Hundred Refinements Self-Acquired of Self-Mastery," Horio stared at Tezuka.

Being stared at so blatantly by Horio, Tezuka's inner struggle turned into self-reflection.

However, Horio was unaware of Tezuka's change of heart, and he continued his fierce offensive against Tezuka's serve.

Bang!

Bang!

Overpowering his opponent, Horio won the third game without any suspense.

After breaking Tezuka's serve again, the game came down to Horio's serve in the fourth game.

"You've witnessed my Limitless Scattered Flowers; this time, witness my Complete Imprisonment."

After saying this to Tezuka, who seemed somewhat lost in Tezuka, Horio went to the baseline to serve.

Just like a normal serve, Horio hit a ball that was neither fast nor powerful.

Upon hearing Tezuka Horio was about to use that immobilizing mental ball technique, Tezuka immediately perked up.

But even doing so didn't change anything.

The trajectory of the tennis ball was clear, and Tezuka could see it perfectly.

Although Tezuka could see clearly, he was powerless to make any move.

As the tennis ball drew closer and closer, it seemed to Tezuka slow down, almost like a slow-motion video.

Bang...

The tennis ball bounced off the ground, but Tezuka maintained his slightly squatting stance, holding the racket with both hands.

Tezuka regained control of his body only after the tennis ball bounced and landed to score a point.

Feeling the magic of that last shot, Tezuka's forehead was already covered in cold sweat.

"Is this even greater power!? I didn't even have a chance to resist..."

At this moment, Tezuka was filled with horror. Faced with a ball he had never seen before, he finally felt a desire for even greater power.

"This is a level of skill that middle school students can't reach. It's not a good feeling to have the tennis ball right in front of you but not be able to return it."

Hearing Horio speak again, Tezuka raised his head.

"You shouldn't stop here. You can be stronger. You don't belong here right now. Don't take all the blame on yourself. Your teammates are trustworthy too."

Horio's words struck Tezuka's heart once again; he had always carried Seigaku on his shoulders.

To make Seigaku stronger, he set strict requirements for everyone in Seigaku.

However, Seigaku's reserve members were simply too disappointing. Apart from a few third-year students from the same cohort as him and second-year student Kaitou Momoshiro, the entire Seigaku had no one who could make an appearance in the competition.

"There's always a way out. The current Seigaku regulars are fully capable of winning the championship. As for what Seigaku will become in the future, that's beyond our control."

After saying that, Horio returned to the baseline to serve again.

Another Complete Imprisonment was unleashed, leaving Tezuka standing there, staring blankly.

Bang!

"Why do you play tennis, Captain? Do you still remember why you started playing tennis in the first place?"

The second ball Complete Imprisonment, and Horio's voice rang out.

Bang!

"I don't know how you feel, but for me, I really love playing tennis."

As Horio finished speaking, the third ball was successfully scored with Complete Imprisonment.

Tezuka's eyes on the other side had become somewhat vacant, as if he had fallen into a dead end.

Why do I play tennis?... Of course, it's because I love it. When I first encountered tennis, I felt a joy I had never experienced before.

"Swinging the racket and hitting the ball anywhere on the court feels like becoming one with the tennis ball."

Upon hearing Horio's words, Tezuka couldn't help but recall the time when he first came into contact with tennis.

The scenes of relentlessly practicing to become stronger flashed through his mind, and as these images passed by, Tezuka's confusion slowly disappeared.

Horio then hit his fourth ball, which, like the previous three, flew towards Tezuka and bounced off his Tezuka after landing.

Just then, Tezuka's eyes suddenly brightened, and his body was enveloped in a light.

Suddenly, he started to move, successfully retaliating against Horio's Complete Imprisonment.

Bang...

The returned tennis ball suddenly increased in speed, Tezuka won a point against Horio.

"I have to say, although I was a little surprised, I actually think it's quite reasonable."

Looking at Tezuka, who was radiating light, Horio felt both surprised and relieved.

Having already opened two doors to the profound meaning of selflessness, and having let go of your inner confusion, you have finally opened the long-awaited third door— the Seamless Limit.

With Horio's words and actions guiding him, Tezuka successfully let go of his obsession, thus achieving a state of Heavenly Clothes Seamless harmony.

It is precisely because of this Heavenly Clothes Seamless that Tezuka is immune to the limitations imposed by Horio's spiritual ball skills.

"Thank you so much, Horio. You've really done a lot for Seigaku. You're Seigaku's benefactor."

Let's have a real match now; this will be my last match in China.

Hearing Tezuka say that, Horio smiled from the bottom of his heart.

Because he knew that Tezuka had already made his choice.

"I'm glad you've figured it out. Now let me see what level you can perform at when you're in your Heavenly Clothes Seamless state."

Horio, having returned to the baseline, did not intend to use Complete Imprisonment; at this point, the mental ball technique was no longer effective against Tezuka.

Furthermore, Horio didn't intend to use any ball skills, as ball skills wouldn't be very effective against Heavenly Clothes Seamless.

In addition, Horio wanted to test the level of Tezuka's Heavenly Clothes Seamless, so he prepared to fight Tezuka with basic sparring.

Horio tossed the ball into the air and hit a perfect, powerful shot.

Tezuka didn't seem to struggle as much with this ball as he had before.

After a light footwork movement, Tezuka swung his racket normally.

Bang...

The return shot scored, marking the beginning of Tezuka's Heavenly Clothes Seamless and highly effective Tezuka.

"To develop your power to this extent on your first use of the Heavenly Clothes Seamless, I underestimated you."

Despite having already given Tezuka a high enough assessment, Horio was still surprised by the abilities Tezuka displayed.

Horio's pupils immediately lit up with a purple-gold color, instantly activating his Radiant Talent.

"Indeed difficult to deal with. If relying solely on physical strength without using techniques Hundred Refinements Self-Acquired' or 'Heavenly Clothes Seamless,' I can only get seventy-three balls."

After adjusting his own data, Horio's simulated match results using his Radiant Talent were astonishingly high. After a brief moment of surprise, Horio hit the ball.

Upon hearing Horio's absolute prediction, Tezuka, who was on the other side, paused for a moment after activating his Heavenly Clothes Seamless.

He couldn't believe he had conceded a point on the seventy-third goal. At that moment, he felt stronger than ever before, with inexhaustible power within him.

However, he also understood how formidable Horio was, so when he heard Horio's words, even though he was feeling quite good, he perked up.