King's Green Road

Chapter 29 Part29 Arrangement for the First Battle
"There are a lot of condolences today (⊙o⊙)! I received 3 more boxes today!"

Yoshikawa Haruno and senior sister Fujiwara Takako each held a box of condolences from senior graduates and put them in the rest area. Yoshikawa Haruno was the first-year team manager, and it was the first time he saw so many people sending condolences.

"The seniors who graduated will also come to watch the team's practice every day, and send a lot of condolences to the team every day. After all, many of them have worked hard in Koshien, and they also hope that the team will have good results."

Takako Fujiwara looked at the players who were practicing hard on the court, and she was quite emotional. She grew up with the current third grader, and she knew very well how the current third grader grew up to where she is today.

So I believe they must be under a lot of pressure, shouldering the expectations of so many seniors, and never being favored to get to today.

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"Down the valley to watch the ball and make up for it!"

Furutani looked at Yuuki-senpai who ran out to first base to catch the ball. First of all, he had to catch the ball well, stretched out the ball socket to catch the baseball thrown by Yuuki-senpai, and then stepped on the bag of first base.

"I have to make a mistake to make up the position, the movement just now was very successful!"

"Jiangu, well done!"

Amid such compliments, Jiang Gu was extremely happy ヾ(°°), he learned how to make up his seat.

"Next, Sawamura will be on guard."

On the other side, Eijun also performed well, not losing to Jiang Gu.

"There's still time for the ball to third base, Sawamura."

"Yes!"

Eijun caught a hit and rolled the pitcher head-on, turned around and passed the ball to Toru Masuko at third base, and tagged the runner who was running to third base.

"Good job, Sawamura."

"The defense is perfect!"

"Hahaha, thank you senior for your compliment! o(*≧▽≦)ツ~┴┴" Eijun scratched the back of his head in embarrassment, and smiled happily.

Jiang Gu said ╭(╯^╰)╮, it's just average and far from it, "It's just luck."

"You're not the same (へ╬)." Rong Chun was really mad when he heard Jiang Gu's little friend tearing things down. He didn't complain about him when he was praised just now. This guy rushed to find him It really pissed him off.

Kenshi Kawakami, the third pitcher to play, made a mistake when dealing with a bunt pitcher and let the ball pass through his hands.

"Kawakami, what are you doing! This is a frontal bunt!"

"Look up to the two first-year pitchers!"

"I'm sorry, please let me try again!" Kawakami's expressions and movements were indescribably stiffer and unnatural than before.

Kazuya Miyuki, the catcher at home plate, was really worried seeing Kawakami like this.

Ah Xian's defensive moves are very stiff recently. Thinking about it carefully, he hasn't even started in an important game. Could it be that Senior Danbo's injury has brought him unimaginable pressure? !
Rei Takashima and Director Kataoka also watched the defensive practice on the field without any mistakes. They watched every scene that happened on the field in their hearts, but they didn't express anything special.

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"Our opponent in the first round has already come out, which is Mimenxi High School."

At this time, in the cafeteria of the Qingdao baseball team, the data analysis of their first opponent is being analyzed. The speaker is Chris who went to watch the game to mainly explain the opponent's data. While explaining the opponent's data, the electronic screen is also The video of the opponent's game recorded is played.

"Their No. 120 trump card, Masaaki Kikunaga, is a left-hander using the shoulder pitching method. The fastest ball speed is close to [-]km/h. There are two types of change balls: curve ball and slider."

"He was designated as the starting ace in the summer of the second grade this year. Before that, he was in the outfield in the first grade, and his ability to handle the ball was not very good. There are three brothers, the second oldest, and his hobby is playing billiards. His older brother also played baseball before. ..."

When Eijun heard this, he was already conquered by the detailed information recorded by Senior Chris, and Watanabe-senpai, who took over after him, is really a different style of intelligence reconnaissance. Rhythm.

"... They are also a team that often uses bunts in line play, and they rarely make major mistakes in defense. They can really grasp every opportunity to score. Generally speaking, they are a team that is good at defense. .The fourth bat hits the fly a lot, and they have a strong arm in left field. . . ”

After finishing speaking, Chris put down the notebook in his hand, "That's all the information about Mimenshi's team for now." Afterwards, he took a few steps back and left the center stand for Supervisor Kataoka.

"Well, thank you for your hard work."

"They are already a winning team, so their morale must be high, and we must not be careless."

"No matter who the opponent is, we must go all out, so the victory must belong to us. Understand!!"

"Yes!!"

Supervisor Kataoka was also very satisfied when he saw that his disciples listened, and nodded silently in his heart.
"Then it's about the starters for the first stop..."

The expressions of the three pitchers who could play were different, but they couldn't help but have their own thoughts when they heard Director Kataoka announce the start of the first round.

Jiang Gu: (⊙_⊙) Throwing, I want to throw.

Kawakami: (((;;))), I'm so nervous, what if I let myself start, I'm so nervous.

Eijun: (￣.￣), after all, it’s just me, it has nothing to do with me.

Supervisor Kataoka scanned the three of them one by one, and seeing Eijun's calm expression, he still couldn't help but want to beat him up. If I didn't give up treatment for him, I felt that I had given up treatment.

"Starting pitcher Jiang Guxiao, a first-year pitcher!!!"

Kawakami: (O_O)?
Akatsuki Fuguya: ヾ(▽)ノ

Everyone present except Eijun!!!∑(Дノ)ノ, true or false, let this first-year guy start, they think that the second-year Kawakami is more secure!This subject was really unexpected.

"I know very well the importance of the first stop, but this summer we have to adopt the strategy of pitching rounds."

Supervisor Kataoka also knew that this decision would surprise other players, so he also explained the reason why he made such an arrangement, "Kawakami, warm me up to the state where I can play at any time at the beginning of the game."

Kawakami expressed that he did not quite understand the meaning of this arrangement and was quite confused. (_)?
"The only one who can entrust this heavy responsibility is you, please."

"Yes!!(*^▽^*)"

It was the first time for Kawakami to hear his words of trust from the coach, and it was a great feeling.Even the mentality of worrying that the team would lose due to a mistake in the starting lineup disappeared at this moment, leaving only full energy.

The other seniors also didn't make any sense about it, and I am very pleased that Kawakami can get to the point where he is now so valued by the supervision.

Among them, Miyuki, whether he is Kawakami Kenshi's friend or teammate, is very happy about this. Such an arrangement is good for Kawakami and Furutani.

Because Kawakami, who has rich relay experience, can play in the back, Fuguya can not worry too much about physical exertion, and is willing to play on the mound to his heart's content, and Kawakami also understands his responsibilities and will not feel uneasy about it.This solves two hidden dangers.

"The next thing is about tomorrow's starting lineup and batting arrangements." Director Kataoka then announced the other starting players together.

"A shortstop Kuramochi."

"Yes!"

"Ryosuke Kominato, second baseman."

"hehe, ok."

"Three sticks, Isashiki Jun as the backbone."

"Ah, no problem."

"Four bats, first baseman Tetsuya Yuuki."

"Follow this order!"

"Fifth bat, Toru Masuko, third baseman."

"Uga!"

"Six sticks, catcher Miyuki."

"Yes."

"Seven bats, left fielder Eijun Sawamura."

"Yes."

This is another arrangement that should be expected and not too unexpected. After all, Eijun even got the starting No. [-] left fielder. It is no problem to let him start the first game, but will it be possible? Because it was the first time in such an important official game that he made nervous defensive mistakes or lost his level of attack.

Eijun: ￣▽￣
As the party concerned, Rongchun said that the supervisor still loves him, and he was actually happy to let him start.

"Eight bats, pitcher Jiang Guxiao."

"Yes~" At this time, Jiang Guxiao was still rippling in the joy of being able to pitch in the starting lineup.

"Nine bats, Kenjiro Hakushu, right fielder."

"Yes."

"The above is tomorrow's starting lineup. Players who have not started at the rest area should be ready to support the players who are playing at any time, and pay attention to unexpected situations at any time. In addition, the starting lineup is not fixed. If anyone's performance is not satisfactory , I will replace him at any time."

Speaking of which, Director Kataoka glanced at Eijun inexplicably, as if pointing, "Do you understand?"

"Yes!"

Rong Jun said that he has received the attention of the big boss, but he is very obedient, hey~
What a terrifying gaze, trembling (｀Д)!! (｀Д)!!.

"Let's disband then! Furuya and Miyuki stay here for a while."

Afterwards, the players who were not named also went to exercise one after another. Those who wanted to rest also went to rest. stayed where they were,

"Eijun, congratulations, you can start the first battle, and Jiang Gu too, are you nervous?"

Kominato Haruichi is really envious of the fact that his two friends can play before him, and they are still starting. I don't know if he will have a chance to play in tomorrow's game.

"Fortunately, I just need to show what I have learned during this time. I believe that Chunshi will also play tomorrow. In order for you to play in the game, I must get a few more points. Chunshi But what about people who are stronger than me?"

"Really? I'll have to trouble Eijun then. o(*////▽////*)q."

Haruichi was really quite embarrassed by Eijun's compliment.I couldn't help laughing, it's really a happy feeling to have such a little partner, it's great.

"Hmm!! I'm going to run a few laps, do you want to come together?"

"Then I will accompany you!"

The two were talking and laughing as they walked towards the court.

"Eijun!"

When they were about to reach the corner, Chris stepped forward and stopped them.

"What's the matter? ゛('◇')? Senior Chris."

When Eijun heard the familiar words, he turned around and looked at the person who came.

"Looking at your pitching practice today, the pivot foot and the fixed pitching posture are more stable than when you first entered Qingdao. The ball is also very good. The level of ball control is now compared to the rough four-square grid before. It can also be as fine as the corners of the four corners.”

"If you still have physical strength, why don't you practice throwing?"

Chris looked at the junior with a white baseball and a gentle smile.

"Does Senior Chris want to be my catcher?"

Eijun’s eyes lit up. Except for the first time when he entered the first army, Chris’s seniors rejected his pitching invitations, saying that he was a first-arms player and had to practice with a first-arms catcher. Later, he never practiced with them again.

"I can guide you to pitch, this may be the last time!" Chris was also a little disappointed.

Senior Chris. . . .This is the second time for Eijun to hear Senior Chris say this, and he still feels very disappointed, and really wants to appear in the same arena with Senior Chris and play as a partner. o(╥﹏╥)o
"Woo~ I will work hard to accept the guidance of my senior."

"After all, you are a player of the first army, and you must cooperate more with the catchers of the first army. Besides, I have never asked Miyuki to catch you. I have been looking for Miyauchi. If it doesn't work, I will go to Ono. I know there is a problem between you and Miyuki, but you can’t avoid it all the time, as long as you throw the ball, you can’t avoid it, you know? It’s impossible for the supervisor to replace the catcher Miyuki for you.”

"And can you stop crying..."

Chris looked at Eijun who was crying like a three-year-old child while clutching his training clothes, feeling a little overwhelmed and spoiled, what a little guy.He also put his left hand on Eijun's fluffy head and touched it, um, it's very soft and easy to touch (#／.＼#).

"Okay...Okay." Rongchun rubbed his eyes, tried his best to control his unstoppable sadness, but his tears were still watery, and he couldn't shed them.

"Then let's go throw the ball." Chris also stopped the topic at the right time, fearing that he would make this crybaby cry again and get a headache.

"Senior Chris, can I watch from the sidelines when we throw the ball?"

At this time, Haruichi next to Rongchun couldn't help but intervene at this time, I was afraid that these two people would leave him behind, and he was obviously the first to come, for some reason there was a third party intervening Feeling, honey juice is strange.

"Well, of course. You can stand in the strike zone and watch Eijun's ball later, which is good for you and Eijun."

"Yes! Thank you."

After chatting, the three of them went to the indoor training ground together for the last time as a partner combination to throw.

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As the opponent, the Tokyo Metropolitan Limimonsai High School side
Mimenxi is just a metropolitan high school, and its facilities and baseball department are not comparable to private schools like Qingdao High School.

There is no lighting equipment at night, and the baseball players can only practice their swing in the corridor of the teaching building with the lights here.

"How is it? Did those guys from Qingdao come to spy on the enemy today?"

At the end of the corridor of the teaching building, the supervisor of Mimenxi University, Yiqian Jianshun, was carrying a baseball bat and was wearing the standard attire of a middle-aged uncle (shorts + short sleeves + slippers).

I asked the only assistant (why the only one, because of the metropolitan school) about whether the opponent will come to see their game tomorrow.

"Yes! And they even filmed the game."

"They must look down on our Duli schools, right?"

"Hmm... will it be like that?" The assistant was still a little hesitant, after all, it was a baseball school.

"Hahaha, you will definitely look down on us."

(PS: To be honest, I really feel that this supervisor thinks too much, and I feel like this when watching anime.)
"You can see their pale faces on the day of the competition. If you are careless, you will lose Jingzhou." Supervising Qian Jianshun's face is full of confidence, firmly believing that his secret weapon can definitely defeat Qingdao, "Qingdao There is nothing to be afraid of."

"But we exposed all our strength so early, will it be..." The assistant was still a little uneasy about this.

"This is also something that can't be helped. If you don't use your full strength, you won't be able to win."

Supervisor Qian Jian Junyi also had no choice but to do this. Who would have thought that he would be assigned to such a death group? In the first round of Qingdao, there will be Shi Dao San and Daocheng behind. Strength, they will definitely fail miserably,

"Under Qingdao's surprise, after winning Qingdao, we can take this momentum to face the next game. We have to believe in our tactics and the strength of the players."

"Yes!!" The assistant also felt that they would win under the firm tone of Supervisor Junichi Qian.

"Hahaha, let's just wait and see how Qingdao loses fiasco!!!
★, :*:\(￣▽￣)/:*°★*”

Will it really be what Supervisor Junichi Junichi thinks?Will Qing Dao lose? !
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　There is another chapter, uploaded later.

　　
　
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