"Last year, I remember it was the same."
Akashi and Shirazu stood outside the lottery venue of the Kanto Tournament, looking remembrance.
At that time, they were just an unknown tennis club with a poor reputation.
And in just one year, under his leadership, the negative reviews were reversed and the team became a legend.
"Isn't this a familiar scene?"
Bai Jin put his hands in his pockets and felt a little emotional. Then he turned his head as if he saw something interesting.
"Yo"
"What's wrong with you?"
"haven't seen you for a long time."
"How lax!"
From all directions, Akashi and Shirazu appeared in groups of two.
Yamabuki's Sengoku and Haizaki
Aogaku's Tezuka and Oishi
Hyotei's Atobe and Kachichi
Sanada and Yanagi Renji of Rikkai.
"It's really fate that we met here by chance."
Qianshi looked at the acquaintances around him and greeted them familiarly.
Haizaki frowned, as if observing something.
"Ah, it seems that everyone is well prepared."
Tezuka looked around and found that several people were more energetic and spoke.
It was the first time for Oishi who was following Tezuka to do these things with Tezuka. If it had been last year, he would have been very nervous, but now as a big-hearted player, Oishi is very good at adjusting his mentality and emotions to stabilize himself. attitude to face.
"Huh?"
"This year's winner is our Ice Emperor, right, Huaji."
Aobe tilted his head, looked around, and then said confidently.
"yes!"
As a follower, Hua Di has always been so monotonous and agreeable.
"I won't let you succeed easily!"
Sanada looked at Atobe, but he did not back down in words, but maintained a strong attitude.
But Liu Rener on the side found that everyone's expressions were quite unnatural.
(Has it been discovered?)
(Sure enough, I can’t hide it from these opponents.)
The moment Sanada and him appeared, he noticed a change in the eyes of several people.
"Sanada."
"Where's Yukimura?"
Due to the situation of his team, Tezuka did not ask immediately, but Atobe had no such concerns.
"Treatment in hospital"
Hearing this, Sanada's pupils shrank slightly, but his expression did not change, and he answered normally.
"Yeah?"
"It's a pity that Rikkai University will be held this year."
Looking at Sanada's expression, Akashi seemed to notice something and whispered.
"!!!"
"We definitely will!!"
In one sentence, Sanada's originally stable expression suddenly changed, and he lost his composure for the first time in a long time.
"Sure enough, something happened to Yukimura."
Tezuka could not help feeling a little emotional and sympathetic. When he saw that it was not Yukimura himself, he guessed whether something unexpected had happened.
But unexpectedly, after Akashi's reminder, the situation was still not optimistic.
"It's just about the Kanto Tournament."
But neither Tezuka nor Atobe thought of the more serious consequences.
They just thought that Yukimura would miss this Kanto competition.
Judging from the current situation, the Kanto Tournament is just a "training ground" for newcomers from each school. Whether Yukimura participates or not, it actually doesn't matter much.
"Akaashi... you?"
Looking at Akashi who was silent, Bai Jin still felt strange, but when Akashi walked solemnly to Sanada and spoke seriously, he felt something was wrong.
"Convey a message to him for me"
"Teiko welcomes him and Rikkai Dai's challenge on the national stage at any time."
"Never give up."
Ignoring the doubtful attitudes of others, Akashi turned around and walked into the venue after finishing speaking.
(But why? Even with Akashi’s reminder, Yukimura still couldn’t escape this disaster?)
For a long time, Bai Jin hesitated for a while and followed. He even wondered whether Akashi had transferred someone else's medical records.
With Akashi's methods, it was too easy to know this kind of information.
But then there was confusion about Yukimura's situation. According to the reminder during the Tokyo Competition, there should be enough time for Yukimura to deal with it this month.
So why does this still happen?
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Sanada couldn't help but clenched his fists, as if filled with some kind of unwillingness.
(If it could be confirmed earlier)
(If we could find something more detailed at that time.)
(If Yukimura doesn't show off)
He will never forget the moment when Yukimura collapsed on the court.
After Mingmingdu's competition, he made a special trip to the hospital, but was sent home on the grounds that "the symptoms were not obvious and the condition could not be confirmed."
Since then, although he has been checked from time to time, he has not been able to make a "diagnosis".
As a result, Yukimura became seriously ill during a training session.
Afterwards, Sanada and the others learned that Yukimura had actually made an appointment with a doctor for treatment, but the situation he was informed by the other party was so unacceptable that he did not proceed.
a good news and a bad news
The good news is that it’s caught early, so treatment won’t be too difficult.
The bad news is that the treatment and recovery process will take at least two months.
This is a fact that Yukimura cannot accept.
Receiving treatment would mean leaving the tennis club behind and missing this year's national competition.
With his character, he would never tolerate such a thing.
Especially this year's Lihai University is stronger than last year. It has a chance to reach the top of the country.
What's more, he knew that Li Hai couldn't do it without him.
Otherwise, it would be difficult for Tezuka, Akashi, and Atobe to deal with them.
Sanada might be able to do it, but the pressure is still too much.
In such an environment, Yukimura chose to conceal it. He believed that the condition would not be triggered so early, at least until he finished the national competition, so that he would have enough time to receive treatment with peace of mind.
But what he didn't expect was that the onset and deterioration of his condition were beyond imagination. He collapsed and was hospitalized a few days before the start of the Kanto Competition.
This is why Sanada will come with Yanagi Renji in today's draw.
After Yukimura was admitted to the hospital, Rikkai fell into an atmosphere of anxiety.
Not to mention the freshmen, even Liu Renji, a fellow student, could not maintain his composure as before.
Because Yukimura is too important to Rikkaida
Anyone can fail, but only Yukimura cannot!
Once Yukimura is missing, Rikkai's already good lineup will have omissions.
The upper limit is forced to be lowered, and there will be a lot of risks when dealing with other strong schools.
It's a pity that, according to Yukimura's situation, they have to accept the fact that they lack a "buchister" and then face the next Kanto Competition and National Competition.
The Kanto competition is okay, they are confident of winning the ticket to the whole country.
But Yukimura is missing from the national competition
That's not that simple.
……………
"Rexagon Middle School!"
"arrive!"
There was a cold and silent atmosphere in the venue where the lot was drawn.
Representatives from other colleges looked at the powerful schools sitting side by side in front of them with great pressure and did not dare to speak.
The venue, where everyone was whispering to each other before, was now in a state of shock and did not dare to take a breath.
“Really”
"Isn't it just giving birth to a baby?"
Sitting in front, looking at a group of people with stiff expressions, Haizaki held the back of his head with his hands and couldn't help but wanted to say something, but before he could speak, his mouth was covered by Qianshi, who had quick eyes and quick hands.
"Uuuuuuuuuuuuuuu"
"Sorry, this guy doesn't know how to read the atmosphere."
Covering Haizaki's mouth with one hand to prevent him from saying anything rude, Qianshi showed a forced smile.
After confirming that the others had no intention of pursuing him or causing trouble, Qianshi let go of him.
"what are you doing?!"
Staring at Qianshi fiercely, Haizaki had the attitude of wanting to overturn the table.
"Don't mention other people's misfortunes as if they are insignificant."
Making a "shh" gesture, Qianshi advised Haizaki not to talk nonsense.
He was not the person involved. If he said something wrong casually, then Sanada would have to turn against Haizaki on the spot and let Haizaki have a "duel".
"Yamabuki Middle School!"
"arrive!"
"Okay, go ahead and smoke."
"What? Why should I go!"
"Just think of it as a favor from me."
"Tsk!"
With Haizaki's reluctant expression, he finally walked up to the front desk and took out Yamabuki's seat.
"No. 11, not bad."
Qianshi looked at the names marked on the blackboard and felt somewhat relieved.
At least it wasn't as bad as expected, being placed in the middle of the two seeded teams.
"Youth Academy!"
"arrive!"
When Dashi heard the sound, he immediately stood up from the second row, then walked to the stage calmly and reached out to touch the number plate.
"12th?"
But when he took out the number, Qianshi's face became tense.
"In the first round, Yamabuki beat Seigaku?!"
"Very good!"
"Hurry up and get rid of one!"
Seeing that the main event was coming to the right division all of a sudden, many people were very happy.
They all know that Kanto is "ruled" by five powerful schools. Because of this, they are eager for one of the schools to compete so that they can seize the opportunity to fish in troubled waters.
"It seems that this duel cannot be avoided."
Qianshi stood up, looked at Tezuka sitting next to him and said.
"Hopefully we can have a good game."
Naturally, Tezuka would not relax, but looked at him and spoke bluntly.
Originally, Qingxue planned to train soldiers, but when he met Yamabuki, he had to think carefully.
After all, Yamabuki has an unstable factor
Aku Tsujin.
Due to Ban Lao's "chicken thief nature", they must be more vigilant. Nanjiro was tricked by Ban Lao back then, so Qingxue naturally had to be on guard.
"Oh, don't make it so serious."
"We also come with the attitude of training new people."
"I really won't do any tricks this time."
Tezuka's serious attitude made Qianshi laugh helplessly, and he continued.
In fact, Yamabuki doesn't care what the outcome of this game is, because even if he loses, he can still get tickets as long as he plays the Easter match.
And except for the other four strong schools, there is no opponent worthy of their attention.
Therefore, the focus is actually on military training. Even the companion has this intention.
After all, it makes no sense to go to Yin Qingxue to set up the formation at this time.
However, even if Sengoku explains it this way, it does not mean that Tezuka will accept it.
Deeply taught by Nan Jiro, they have a high "prejudice" against the old man.
"Okay, these are the results of the draw for the Kanto Competition."
"The competition will be held in two days, please don't be late."
Following the announcement from the tournament, people in the venue also left one after another.
"Hmph, it's true. Now the Kanto Tournament is not exciting anymore."
Atobe sat arrogantly with his legs crossed and his hands in his pockets. He looked at the schedule with a bored expression and said.
It was completely different from last year’s exciting Kanto Conference. When it was confirmed that I could get the tickets, there was nothing noteworthy about it.
This year is not like last year, there are new rules in it, so there is no need to worry about many details.
"It's really troublesome."
Knowing that none of the powerful schools might be the main force, Atobe was not worried at all even if Hyotei's side had to face one of Yamabuki and Seigaku.
On the contrary, Tatekai Yama and Teikou are in the same division, and the top four will meet in the end.
It's like a replica of last year.
"Clang."
Sanada and Yanagi Renji stood up, and they left in silence.
There was no intention of communicating at all.
"Yukimura's situation has a great impact on them."
"Probably because I have shouldered a lot of responsibilities that I shouldn't have."
"Hey, it's not like I can't play tennis. Why are you so nervous?"
“They have a strong desire to win this year.”
Several people who were still in the venue looked at Sanada and Yanagi Renji leaving. Except for Haizaki, they understood their mood.
When the team's morale was high and they were motivated to make further progress this year, the leader fell.
"What a shame."
Shirazu shook his head and felt sorry for Yukimura's experience.
Unlike Tezuka's injury, Yukimura's illness came so suddenly.
When it comes to protection, he is not a medical expert who can give professional advice.
The only thing I can do is give advance notice like Akashi.
Although the treatment this time was not as long as in the main drama, which lasted for more than half a year, it still affected Li Hai Da's arrangements for the year to some extent.
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Akashi remained silent, as if thinking about something.
……………
"Really? Kanto has indeed met Di Guang."
On the hospital bed, Yukimura was a little distracted listening to the news brought by Sanada and Yanagi Renji.
"They already guessed something might have happened to you."
"If I had known better, maybe it would have been better to have Niou tag along."
"It's useless, Nioh can't fool them."
With a wry smile, Yukimura interrupted Yanagi Renji's words. For those of them who knew the truth, it was just self-deception.
"By the way, Akashi from Teikou asked us to bring a message to you."
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"He said that Teikou will welcome you and Li Haidai's challenge on the national stage at any time. Don't give up."
The words conveyed were as if he heard them in person, and Yukimura's eyes sparkled.
"Sanada."
"What's wrong?"
"This time the Kanto Tournament and Teikou's match"
Sanada was surprised when his name was called, and then looked at Yukimura who spoke with confusion.
But when Yukimura finished his words, both he and Yanagi Renji were shocked.
"Change singles number three to me."
"!?"
"What stupid things are you talking about?!"
It's not that Sanada was angry this time, but that what Yukimura said was simply unreasonable.
"It's okay. I can play a little game that day. It won't be a problem."
"Why do you want to be the No. 3 singles player in the match against Teikou? If there is no convincing reason, I believe everyone at Rikkai University will not agree."
Yanagi Renji didn't understand what Yukimura was obsessed with, he said seriously.
"Because no matter what, I want to fight Akashi again."
"Since I'm out of luck in the national competition, let me do whatever I want in the Kanto competition."
Those words contained regret for the national competition, and also indicated that Yukimura had given up his "obsession" with the national competition.
You know, Yukimura refused to be hospitalized for medical treatment before, insisting on completing the national competition, but now he doesn't insist on continuing to compete in the national competition?
The change in attitude is really incredible.
(Is it possible that there is a secret code in what Akashi relayed that I didn’t understand?)
Liu Rener hesitated for a while, but he didn't know what the problem was.
"Don't worry, one game won't affect anything. After all, I have enough time to receive treatment after the game."
"I won't be absent next year."
"So, let's decide the outcome with him again this time."
PS:
big chapter
Calculating the new monthly ticket +1, it is still... (13/21), a difference of 8.
This wave has finally arranged for Yukimura's enhancement, so it's almost complete.
(End of chapter)
