Tezuka's Strength

Bang...

"Damn it, how could we lose to a ball like that? What kind of Tezuka Zone is this? How could they have something like that?"

After several rounds, the same expression that Kajimoto had shown earlier appeared on Meido's face.

"Anyone else want a challenge? If not, then get ready to train..."

"It's my turn now. May I serve, Tezuka?"

Before Horio could finish speaking, Ootori, who was off the court, couldn't wait to go on and demanded to serve.

Having received Tezuka's permission, Ootori immediately went onto the court.

While the Ryuzaki team was competing, members from the other two teams appeared out of nowhere.

"Feng should use his Scud Serve now."

"That's a serve that rivals that of a professional."

"Furthermore, Feng's serve doesn't have any spin, which means the Tezuka Zone is unusable."

Those watching from the sidelines saw Tezuka about to receive Ootori's Scud Serve and immediately thought it was unlikely.

On the court, Feng also delivered her Scud Serve as she had hoped.

Bang...

"Phoenix's Scud Serve was easily returned..."

"He's already this amazing even before he's fully recovered; it's truly incredible."

Seeing Tezuka return Scud Serve, those watching couldn't help but marvel at how formidable Tezuka was during his recovery.

"Alright, that's enough for now. If any of you players continue to play like this, then one of you will get double the training time from now on."

Feeling that he was wasting time, Horio decided not to continue.

He blurted out some harsh words, but the other students didn't react much after hearing Horio's words.

However, Oishi, Kikumaru, Momoshiro, and Echizen, who were also in the Ryuzaki team, changed their expressions and quickly stopped Sengoku from taking on the challenge.

"That's enough, Sengoku. Don't go any further, or we'll all die a horrible death."

The Seigaku members in the other two groups also became somewhat gloating.

"Today's practice has fully demonstrated how amazing you are, Tezuka. You're qualified to be our Coach."

On the tennis court after the match, Kajimoto spoke to Tezuka.

"In that case, everyone should rest today and prepare well for the training ahead. After all, because of Sengoku, your training volume has doubled."

Since returning from the forest, Horio, who hadn't rested, just wanted to get rid of these people as soon as possible.

"I look forward to your guidance in the future. Everyone has worked hard today, so please go back and rest."

Tezuka understood Horio's meaning, after all, he was just like Horio.

I just played another match against these guys, so I want to rest.

So the afternoon training session consisted of just playing a few games with Tezuka before everyone was dismissed for an early rest.

"Captain, once you've fully recovered, it's time for us to play the matches we haven't had in a while."

"Okay, let's have a good fight once we've fully recovered."

During dinner, Horio and Tezuka ate their meal, chatting idly.

"I've already prepared the training plan. The content is roughly the same as the school team's training, except for some minor adjustments for a few individuals."

I'll bring the things to you later; I'll need your supervision then.

"It's alright, thank you for your trouble. I can handle anything myself, but if there's any testing involved, I'll have to trouble you."

"That's alright, you just need to let me know."

The two were discussing training arrangements, and Horio was about to say something when the cafeteria lights suddenly went out.

"Hello everyone, I'm sure you've all had your fill. Now, we're going to have a welcome party for Tezuka -Senpai."

Katsuro Katsuo's voice suddenly appeared, then a spotlight shone on Horio and Tezuka, and then the whole audience burst into applause.

The unexpected "surprise" moved even the usually composed Tezuka, let alone Horio.

"Captain, this was prepared for you, so I won't steal your thunder."

Then Horio took his plate and slipped over to Dan Taichi's side.

"Great, there's an empty seat here, we can continue eating."

"Um... Horio, there's something here..."

"I know there are empty seats here. Didn't you see I'm already seated? You don't need to remind me again."

"No, there's already one here..."

Seeing Horio suddenly appear beside him, Dan Taichi was a little surprised.

Just as she was about to speak up to remind the volunteers that this was their seating area, Horio snapped at her.

Just as Dan Taichi was about to remind Horio again, another voice appeared before he could finish speaking.

"Hey! Horio! Why are you sitting here?"

"Oh, are you here to collect the dishes? I've finished eating, thank you."

Hearing the sound, Horio turned around and saw Sakuno and Tomoka wearing volunteer uniforms.

"Who's going to clear your tableware? Everyone puts their dishes away in the designated area after they've finished eating. I'm asking why you're sitting here; this is our staff's area."

When Horio heard Horio say that she would help clear the table, Tomoka gave Horio a good scolding.

When enemies meet, a battle is inevitable, and Tomoka's voice drew the attention of everyone else in the room.

Horio felt the various kinds of looks directed at him and had no choice but to immediately back down, otherwise he would lose even more face.

"I just accidentally sat down here. Besides, it's not like there aren't enough seats. Wouldn't it be the same if you sat over there?"

"Alright, Tomoka, there's still a seat over there, so let Horio sit there."

The easygoing Sakuno pulled Tomoka to sit on the other side, while Katsuro and Katsuo on the stage began the main event of the welcome party.

"First, our welcome party will begin with a song performed by a special group that was temporarily formed. Let's give them a round of applause!"

"Tezuka, I'm sorry to have kept you waiting. Don't get lost in my singing."

The lights went out, Atobe's voice came out, and then he snapped his fingers and the lights came back on.

"These guys can actually sing..."

Horio looked at the seven people on the platform: Sanada, Atobe, Kirihara, Sengoku, Kamio, Oshitari, Ibu.

This guy, who usually only plays tennis, put on a variety of amazing performances at today's welcome party that Horio speechless.

"They're usually so serious, but they're all so... repressedly flirtatious, it's really speechless."

Horio, taken aback, could only remain silent to himself as he forced himself to watch the program after program.

"The welcome party is almost over. Now, let's hear a few words from Coach Tezuka."

"I am very happy to see you all again like this. Everyone here is not only a competitor but also a partner in making progress together. What I want to tell you is, give it your all!"

Tezuka looked at the crowd below the stage and uttered that classic line.