20demayo Chapter 130 It's an honor for Hyotei to be defeated by Rikkai.
Chapter 130 It's an honor for Hyotei to be defeated by Rikkai.
Chapter 130 It's an honor for Hyotei to be defeated by Rikkai.
They secured their ticket to the national finals with a 3-0 victory.
Inoue Mamoru watched as a similar scene repeated itself: Rikkai University Affiliated Middle School was defeated by Hyotei in the finals of the Kanto Tournament, and Hyotei's opponent was Seigaku.
Now, the tables have turned. Seigaku was defeated by Hyotei before the national tournament finals, and their opponent has become Rikkai.
Inoue Mamoru's mind raced. Journalism required this kind of opportunity-seizing mentality. He first sent Shiba Saori to interview Hyotei, while he stopped Rikkai: "Yukimura-kun, with the National Tournament finals tomorrow and the match against Hyotei, we all know Rikkai didn't make it to the finals in the Kanto Tournament because of Hyotei. What are your thoughts on tomorrow's match?"
"All I can say is, thankfully they defeated Seigaku." Yukimura Seiichi, wearing his ever-present coat, uttered a statement that left Inoue Mamoru completely baffled.
Inoue Mamoru asked with a smile, "Is Yukimura-kun congratulating Hyotei on reaching the finals?"
"They should be glad they were defeated by Rikkai in the finals."
Yukimura Seiichi's words left Inoue Mamoru with mixed emotions.
Being defeated by Rikkai is an honor!!
These words, coming from the head of Rikkai University, were the harshest pre-match threats the opponents could make.
This not only demonstrated their determination to win and their inviolability, but also placed Rikkai University in a supreme position, looking down upon Hyotei Academy.
While Inoue Mamoru was surprised by Yukimura Seiichi's harsh words, he also realized that there are always counterexamples to everything.
Generally speaking, since the Kanto Tournament, every school that has dared to challenge Hyotei Academy has been defeated by them.
He was determined to release the interview today so that the magazine would sell more copies.
Inoue Mamoru believed that if he bet on Hyotei at this time, he would likely reap huge rewards.
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After finishing the interview, he immediately rushed to Hyotei. "Ashi, how is it?"
Miss Shizuka said dejectedly, "How strange! Hyotei didn't make any threats this time, saying that everything would be revealed tomorrow?!"
"Oh." Inoue Mamoru's eyes gradually brightened with delight. "This is the best kind of interview."
While Miss Shizuka was still confused, Mamoru Inoue was already extremely satisfied.
I walked here in the morning, and walked back after the game.
The members of Hyotei walked and talked about tomorrow's game.
While licking his ice cream, Ryo Mido said, "That Yukimura guy should be making an appearance, right?"
"Of course, Senior Mido," replied Chotaro Ootori.
"However, Natsume, have you thought about how to arrange the lineup for tomorrow's match?" Yuushi Oshitari asked.
Natsume Tsukiya: "I'll take on three of you, you can do whatever you want."
Atobe Keigo chimed in, "Are you planning to take down Rikkai in just three games?"
"Is there a problem with this match?" Natsume Tsuki also shrugged.
Atobe Keigo: "..."
Who can say he has a problem? 100% win rate, 100% shutouts against everyone.
Yuushi Oshitari adjusted his glasses. "Judging from the previous matches, the opponent will definitely follow Shitenhoji's example."
Gakuto Mukahi: "Doesn't that mean Rikkai might send out their best players in the first doubles match, the second singles match, and the third doubles match in turn?"
Ryosuke Mido said, "Yukimura Seiichi will definitely be playing singles, while Sanada Genichiro will probably be playing doubles..."
The group chatted as they walked.
It's no longer a cold, impersonal group; it's much more lively than ever before.
The students from Rikkai University Affiliated Junior High School were still training before the competition. In short, the Kanto Tournament had plunged the entire Rikkai University into an unacceptable humiliation.
Once a national champion, they only managed to get third place in the regional competition, not even first place, yet they kept shouting that they wanted to achieve a three-peat in the national championships.
A barrage of questions and doubts followed.
If we don't win the national championship, how can we live up to the name of Rikkai University?
"Bang!"
"Bang!"
Everyone was filled with a burning desire for revenge against Hyotei.
Hyotei is also training.
"bring it on."
Natsume Tsuki also pointed at the crowd and said, "This may be the last time I fight against you all."
"What?"
Everyone looked at each other with suspicion and confusion, not understanding why Natsume Tsuki would utter such a shocking statement.
"Hey, Tsukiya, what are you saying?"
Ryo Mido was a little angry.
"Yes, Minister, these kinds of words just don't sound right to me," said Chotaro Ootori.
Natsume Tsukiya pointed his racket at everyone and said, "Don't any of you graduate?"
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The Hyotei members suddenly realized.
"Oh, that gave me a fright! So that's what they were talking about."
"I thought you weren't the captain of Hyotei anymore."
"I can't do this job, I have to be a minister."
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Ryo Mido: "We can still fight each other even after we graduate, right?"
Natsume Tsukiya: "You're dreaming. You've already graduated. I don't have time to fight you."
Ryo Mido laughed.
Natsume Tsuki continued, "Tomorrow, let's win the national tournament, and take the national championship in style!"
"you mean?"
Atobe Keigo felt a little excited.
"My point is simple: who cares if it's Rikkai or not, we'll win all three matches."
Natsume Tsuki also raised a finger and said, "If you're going to win, you have to win beautifully."
This was the first time Natsume Tsukiya had said something like this in front of everyone, even though he had always done it himself.
But when such high standards benefit everyone, people are still very excited.
Natsume Tsuki continued, "Hyotei's first championship must not leave any room for speculation, such as thinking it was just a slight victory over Rikkai. Hyotei will use this battle to establish its own empire."
This time, Atobe Keigo's heart trembled.
Isn't this exactly how he felt when he returned from England?
To establish a brand new Hyotei, a Hyotei that will dominate the entire nation.
It is precisely because of that goal that Hyotei has the symbol of having the strongest player firmly seated on the throne of singles.
Atobe Keigo snorted coldly and said, "So, I'll go first. Anyway, you'd better show me something real, or what if my doubles match tomorrow isn't pretty?"
"Atobe?"
The members of Hyotei were taken aback; this was the first time Atobe Keigo had ever asked to obtain something from Natsume Tsukiya.
"I never imagined Atobe would stoop to this level," Yuushi Oshitari quipped, shaking his head.
Atobe Keigo gave a wicked smile. "Our name is Hyotei!"
"Hyotei has always been the victor!" he added.
Now, everyone's eyes calmed down, filled with confidence and determination.
"Bang!"
Atobe Keigo went all out this time, attacking Natsume Tsukiya.
Natsume Tsukiya, naturally, didn't hold back and unleashed his special technique.
Time turns little by little.
The sun's shadow on the ground began to change.
This continued until evening.
In Hyotei's tennis courts, players lay sprawled out, panting heavily.
Inoue Mamoru and Shiba, who came to take photos, were both stunned.
On the other side, Ryoma Echizen was very depressed because he didn't have the opportunity to play. He spent his time practicing hard in front of the automatic match machine at the street tennis court to vent his frustration.
I didn't get home until very late.
"I'm back!"
Ryoma Echizen lowered his head.
"oh!"
Echizen Nanjiro dared not make any more jokes.
"Ring ring!"
The phone rang.
"How's it going, little one? Tomorrow's the finals, right?"
It was a call from Ryoga Echizen.
Echizen Nanjiro was silent for a moment, then said, "That's not true."
"Oh, why?"
"Their school lost today, and he didn't even get a chance to play..."
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Echizen Nanjiro began to explain to the other side.
Time flew by and the next day arrived.
stadium.
"Hurry, hurry, hurry!"
Takeshi Momoshiro, wearing a white shirt, urged Satoshi Horio and the others to hurry up.
"Amo-senpai, we don't have any matches at Seigaku, why are you in such a hurry?" Katsuro Kato asked breathlessly.
Momoshiro Takeshi said angrily, "Of course we have to be anxious. You know, after this competition, the third-year students will graduate, and you and us second-year students will compete for the championship here next year. We must take this seriously."
The first-graders were instantly excited upon hearing this.
But the expressions of Kikumaru Eiji and the others behind them instantly darkened.
Ryuki Sakuno looked at everyone and said in a low voice, "If the third-year students don't win the championship, they won't be able to compete next year."
Tomoka Kosaka said angrily, "Damn Hyotei! They made it so my Ryoma couldn't play, and they made my seniors not win the championship. I don't even know if my Ryoma will come today. It's so infuriating!"
Tachibana An and the Fudomine members happened to be passing by and overheard this, immediately retorting, "Every competition has winners and losers. How can you blame Hyotei's victory on Echizen Ryoma's absence?"
Tomoka Kosakada was speechless for a moment.
"Tezuka, you've come too."
Kippei Tachibana greeted Kunimitsu Tezuka.
Shuichiro Oishi: "Fudomine lost to Yamabuki, right?"
"Yes," said Tachibana Kippei, "Yamabuki's strength has increased dramatically since Akutsu joined."
Akira Kamio: "However, those guys lost to Rikkai."
Looking at the magnificent stadium before him, Shuichiro Oishi exclaimed, "The National Tournament Finals!"
Ju Juping sensed the dejection and regret in his tone and said, "In this world, as long as it's a competition, there will always be a first place and a last place. What matters is the journey, isn't it?"
The Seigaku members were taken aback for a moment. Although they still felt regretful, they also felt much more relaxed.
"Oh, Hyotei vs. Rikkai."
Kiyosumi Sengoku walked over and said, "It seems everyone cares about this."
Following closely behind, Kanzuki and the group from St. Rudolf Academy appeared and said, "Doesn't Sengoku care about the national championship match?"
"I just want to see if Rikkai can still achieve their three-year national championship streak after acquiring Yukimura Seiichi," said Sengoku Kiyosumi.
Mizuki Chu: "What I care more about is whether Natsume Tsukiya can maintain his persona of shutting out every opponent equally."
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"It would be even more interesting if the Son of God were to face the Tyrant of Zero Seal," said Sengoku Kiyosumi.
Tan Taichi: "Sengoku-senpai, why?"
"Because both of them are known for being invincible." Akutsu finished speaking and walked forward on his own.
Tan Taichi: "Neither of them has ever been defeated, so what if they were to meet?"
"There will definitely be someone who loses their invincible title!" Sengoku Kiyosumi waved and followed.
Yukimura Seiichi's strength needs no further explanation.
The label "Son of God" is his title.
When people talk about Yukimura Seiichi, the most common thing they say is that he never lost.
Therefore, many people are looking forward to today's match between Hyotei and Rikkai.
The match between Natsume Tsukiya and Yukimura Seiichi is something everyone wants to see.
As a result, everyone arrived very early.
Everyone wants to grab a good spot so they can get a better view.
The battle between the two powerhouses is sure to attract worldwide attention.
Various magazines and newspapers arrived at the stadium early, carrying their equipment.
Please take your seats in an orderly manner!
An announcement came over the loudspeaker.
Wow, what a huge venue!
Kintaro Toyama's eyes lit up as soon as he entered through the entrance.
Kenya Oshitari: "Hyotei, Rikkai, has this day finally come?"
Ishida Gin: "I don't know who will win this year."
"I still believe Hyotei will win," said Chitose Chisato.
Kuranosuke Shiraishi frowned, unsure of who would win. After all, Rikkai and Seigaku were different; those guys were terrifying.
"Next up is the National Junior Tennis Tournament Finals, featuring Tokyo Hyotei Academy against Kanagawa Rikkai University Affiliated Junior High School..."
Wow~
The stadium was packed, and the cheers were like waves.
"Please welcome the third-place winner of this year's Kanto University Championship, last year's Kanto Championship champion, and last year's National Championship champion, Kanagawa Rikkai University Affiliated Junior High School!"
The announcement over the loudspeaker read: "Can Rikkai achieve a three-peat in the national championships? Let's wait and see."
Amid cheers, the students from Rikkai University Affiliated Junior High School made their entrance, led by Yukimura Seiichi, who was wearing a jacket over his shoulders, with Sanada Genichiro to his left and Yanagi Renji to his right.
The three giants of Rikkai University occupied the center position, followed by the other team members.
A cheer erupted from the crowd.
"How terrifying, the three giants of Rikkai University."
"Yes, but why haven't I seen Kirihara Akaya?"
"It's strange that Kirihara Akaya, the second-year ace considered to have the most potential, isn't on the team."
Those who follow Kirihara Akaya are confused.
"Please welcome Rikkai University Affiliated Junior High School's opponent today, the champion of this year's Kanto Tournament, the dark horse that won five consecutive matches from the losers' bracket, and the team that has improved the fastest—Hyotei Academy."
The announcement blared throughout the arena, and amidst cheers, it continued, "What's most impressive about Hyotei Academy is their captain, the so-called 'Zero-Slam Tyrant,' Natsume Tsukiya. From the National Tournament's loser's bracket revival match until now, no opponent has ever managed to take a single point from him. He's known as the 'Absolute Zero-Slam Domain.' Let's look forward to his performance in the National Tournament this time!"
Everyone present stared in disbelief at the entrance.
Many people don't watch the competition before the national finals, partly because they're busy and partly because the competitions aren't concentrated in one place. But when it's the national finals, everyone comes.
Hearing the description of Natsume Tsukiya, everyone's curiosity was instantly piqued.
"Who is Natsume Tsukiya?"
"That's the one who shut out the tyrant without a fight."
"Here it comes! Look, it's the one at the very front!"
Amidst the commotion, Hyotei Academy made its appearance.