Time passed second by second amid the spectators' anticipation and discussion. The atmosphere in the arena grew increasingly tense as everyone waited for the moment the game between Sannoh Industrial High School and Kainan University Affiliated High School began.
The cheers in the arena gradually died down, replaced by a quiet sense of expectation.
Suddenly, the heavy iron doors on both sides of the arena opened with a dull yet forceful sound that instantly spread to every corner of the venue.
The sound was like a signal. The spectators who had been whispering immediately fell silent, and everyone's eyes converged on the player tunnels on either side. Even their breathing unconsciously slowed.
Before long, Sannoh Industrial High School's players emerged first from the left tunnel. They wore matching white uniforms, with the white characters for Sannoh particularly eye-catching. Their steps were orderly and steady, carrying the innate bearing of kings.
Almost at the same time, Kainan University Affiliated High School's players entered the court from the right tunnel. Their purple uniforms were fiery and bold, forming a sharp contrast with Sannoh's black. Every one of them wore a solemn expression and a steely gaze.
The regret of losing to Sannoh last year had now become the driving force behind their revenge.
The two teams merely exchanged a distant glance. There was no verbal exchange, not even any unnecessary expression, yet that brief collision of eyes was thick with the smell of gunpowder.
Afterward, both teams turned and returned to their respective benches.
It was time to warm up. As the Sannoh and Hainan players stepped onto the court one after another, the arena, still carrying a trace of noise, seemed to have its mute button pressed. The air on the court gradually grew heavy. Every spectator could clearly feel the