The Exorcism Tale of Hachiman

Hachiman Hikigaya knew, of course, that Yukino Yukinoshita had deliberately slapped Sho Tobe in the face.

Not only that, but even his shot just now was deliberately aimed at Tobe Sho's face with controlled force.

But so what if it was intentional?

Everything must be based on evidence. With the saying "Snow exists beneath the snow," Hayato Hayama's previously invincible advantage in public opinion no longer exists.

This time, the general public won't take what Hayama Hayato said as fact.

"........"

Hayato Hachiman looked at him with surprise, as if he were seeing him for the first time.

Such shameless and unreasonable words actually came from the mouth of Yukino Yukinoshita's chosen companion.

However, Hachiman Hikigaya doesn't care how Hayato Hayama sees him.

If it weren't for Isshiki Hatake's request and Tobe Sho's deliberate provocation, they would never have crossed paths!

"What's wrong? Did I say something wrong?"

"No, I really have no evidence..."

I'm unwilling to accept this, but there's nothing I can do!

As Hikigaya Hachiman said, his belief that Yukino Yukinoshita hit every ball at Tobe Sho was merely his subjective judgment.

The surrounding audience members were either Yukino Yukinoshita's companions or his own, so they couldn't possibly act as witnesses.

"So, should we play the last game?"

This time, Hachiman Hikigaya asked the question while looking at Sho Tobe, whose face was completely swollen like a pig's head.

That guy is injured so badly, there's absolutely no way he can continue the match.

"Of course we have to fight!"

If they can't provide evidence, then at least they need to win the game...

With that thought in mind, Hayato Hayama nodded firmly. Even if he was alone, he would definitely continue fighting!

"Wait a moment......"

Just as both sides were preparing to restart the match, Miura Yumiko, who had been pretending to be invisible all along, could no longer hide.

Deliberately avoiding eye contact with Hachiman Hikigaya, Yumiko Miura walked into the arena and stood next to Hayato Hayama, looking at Yukino Yukinoshita and asking:

"Since that guy can't continue playing, it's okay for me to replace him, right?"

"of course can."

Yukino Yukinoshita, whose physical strength was already mostly depleted, nodded in agreement without the slightest hesitation, as if she knew nothing about Yumiko Miura's tennis skills.

"Wait, Miura, even if it's a substitute, Yamato or Ooka can come instead."

Hayato Hayama, who was unaware of Hachiman Hikigaya's background, frowned as soon as he saw Yumiko Miura enter the arena.

Even if his friend gets hit in the face by a tennis ball from the other side, he still wants to win the game fair and square.

In his view, it was quite shameful to let Yumiko Miura participate in the battle when Yukino Yukinoshita had already exhausted most of her strength.

"No, Hayama, you have no idea how powerful that guy is..."

Upon hearing Hayato Hayama's words, Yumiko Miura's lips twitched slightly.

Although I have never seen Hachiman Hikigaya play tennis, tennis is actually a sport that tests nerve reflexes and physical coordination.

Therefore, Miura Yumiko can conclude that Hikigaya Hachiman's tennis skills are quite good, perhaps even to the point of dominating her...

Therefore, her participation in the match, despite being the best tennis player among the spectators, was not an attempt to gain an advantage, but rather a last resort!

Chapter 282 This humble woman is unworthy and apologizes for disturbing you.

"what?"

Miura Yumiko's words sounded completely incomprehensible to Hayama Hayato.

"You'll find out later."

Seeing that Hayama Hayato still didn't understand what she meant, Miura Yumiko assumed a tennis stance, becoming wary of Hikigaya Hachiman and Yukino Yukinoshita on the other side.

Although she already knew that she and Hayama Hayato were bound to lose this match, her integrity as a tennis enthusiast still made her want to play this last game seriously!

"Are you familiar with her?"

While Hayato Hayama and Yumiko Miura were talking, on the other side of the arena, Hachiman Hikigaya and Yukino Yukinoshita were also exchanging words in hushed tones.

Yukino Yukinoshita noticed it.

From the moment she entered the venue, Miura Yumiko deliberately avoided Hikigaya Hachiman.

This completely different reaction from her usual dislike of Hachiman Hikigaya made her immediately realize that there was something fishy going on between the two.

"That's completely untrue..."

Cold sweat involuntarily broke out on his forehead. While inwardly blaming Miura Yumiko's reaction for being too obvious, Hachiman Hikigaya calmly answered Yukino Yukinoshita's question.

"Really do not have?"

Seeing the beads of sweat on Hachiman Hikigaya's forehead, Yukino Yukinoshita covered her mouth and chuckled.

"Okay, I did run into you once before, off-campus..."

Yukino Yukinoshita's malicious smile sent chills down Hachiman Hikigaya's spine. Forced by an inexplicable sense of crisis, he reluctantly revealed a few details.

"Is it the same situation as mine that day?"

Yukinoshita certainly didn't believe that Hachiman Hikigaya's claim of meeting Yumiko Miura was just a simple encounter on the street.

Based on Miura Yumiko's guilty attitude towards Hikigaya Hachiman, it's clear that Hikigaya Hachiman had done her a favor.

And the only thing that could change Miura Yumiko's attitude towards Hikigaya Hachiman from dislike to what it is now is probably that.

"A hero saves the damsel in distress."

Recalling the scene when Hachiman Hikigaya rescued her, Yukino Yukinoshita's cheeks turned pink.

But then she thought about how Yumiko Miura had had a similar experience, and Yukino Yukinoshita suddenly felt unhappy.

Naturally, Hachiman Hikigaya, standing next to her, became the perfect target for venting his dissatisfaction.

"What kind of hero am I...?"

Did she sense the dissatisfaction and jealousy hidden in Yukino Yukinoshita's tone?

Hachiman Hikigaya gave a wry smile and shook his head.

"Well, let's just forget about what happened before. After all, we can't just stand by and watch someone die..."

Although she didn't particularly like Miura Yumiko's way of speaking and behavior, Yukino Yukinoshita couldn't just stand by and watch something happen to her while Hachiman Hikigaya did nothing.

Having learned about the connection between Miura Yumiko and Hikigaya Hachiman, Yukino Yukinoshita shifted her focus back to the match.

The instigator, Tobe Sho, has already received his due punishment; now it's time to win this tennis match...

"Are you feeling well?"

Standing beside Yukino Yukinoshita, listening to the panting sounds coming from beside him, Hachiman Hikigaya sensed something was wrong.

Too rushed!

Although Yukino Yukinoshita tried her best to keep a straight face and act as if nothing was wrong, it seemed that her physical strength was about to reach its limit.

"I'm fine, let's continue the game."

Yukino Yukinoshita, who knew her own situation best, nodded firmly and then picked up the tennis ball to serve.

"You don't look alright. Referee, I request a substitution!"

The second line, spoken by Hachiman Hikigaya, was directed at Yui Yuigahama.

"Hey, what's wrong?"

Just as the match was about to restart, they heard Hachiman Hikigaya request a pause. Yui Yuigahama ran over and asked in confusion.

"She has reached her physical limit and can't fight any longer."

"Hey, Xiaoxue, are you alright?"

Upon hearing Hachiman Hikigaya's words, Yui Yuigahama quickly moved to Yukinoshita's side and supported her.

"It's alright, I just need to rest for a bit..."

The thing she was trying so hard to cover up was exposed by Hachiman Hikigaya. After giving Hachiman Hikigaya a helpless look, Yukino Yukinoshita shook her head at Yui Yuigahama with a tired expression on her face.

"Hey, what are you guys doing?"

Ooka, who was already quite dissatisfied because his companion had turned into a pig's head, started shouting loudly when he saw Yukinoshita and the others pause the match again.

"Don't talk like that, Ooka."

Hayato Hayama, who knew exactly what had happened, quickly stopped Ooka from shouting.

He then walked to the net, looked at Yukino Yukinoshita standing in the middle, and asked with concern:

"Yukinoshita, are you alright?"

"It doesn't matter."

Even though she was in a very bad state, Yukinoshita still didn't forget to give Hayama Hayato a cold response.

"Should the match continue?"

After confirming that Yukino Yukinoshita's body had not suffered any harm from the strenuous exercise, Hayato Hayama turned to look at Hachiman Hikigaya and relayed his previous words verbatim.

"certainly......"

A strong sense of déjà vu enveloped Hachiman Hikigaya.

"If Xiaoxue is substituted, then I'll take her place!"

Seeing that Hachiman Hikigaya's side was short-handed because of the snow and they had gone to rest, Yui Yuigahama immediately became eager to try.

For her, winning or losing the match wasn't important; what mattered was being able to play tennis with Hachiman Hikigaya...

"Have you forgotten that you're the referee?"