The Prince of Tennis: The Quincy of Rikkai University

“That’s a big part of it, but it’s not the whole story.”

"This year's Qingxue, both in terms of individual player strength and overall average strength, has undergone tremendous changes compared to before."

"Tezuka Kunimitsu, needless to say everyone has seen him with their own eyes, he is an all-around player with strong abilities, and is undoubtedly at the top level in the country."

Yanagi Renji opened his notebook, which recorded the latest information he had collected.

When talking about Tezuka Kunimitsu, the expressions of most people in Rikkai University changed slightly. They all knew that this was a very troublesome person who could threaten their existence.

Sensing the change in the emotions of the people around him, Yanagi Renji followed up and said, "But there's no need to be nervous, because what we at Rikkai University are least afraid of are singles players."

"After all, both Yuuki and Sanada are top players in the country."

After hearing what Yanagi Renji said, Marui Bunta and the others remembered that there were monsters on their side as well, and there were two monsters at that, and they immediately breathed a sigh of relief.

"The next thing we're going to talk about is another person in Seigaku who needs attention, Fuji Shusuke."

"Unlike Tezuka Kunimitsu, he is a defensive player who is good at counterattacks and has excellent tennis skills."

"I also have some information I got from Yuuki. The opponent has a counterattack skill called triple return and a special serving technique."

"His strength is quite good. Although he is not at the national level, he is already a top-notch player in Kanto. We cannot be careless."

After saying this, Yanagi Renji turned a page and continued, "Finally, there is Inui Sadaharu, a player of the same style as me. I won't describe him because I taught him data tennis. I know his current level very well. Although he has Kanto-level strength, he can't pose a threat to us."

"As for the doubles part, I think there is no need to talk about it. It has no reference value at all."

Yanagi Renji finished his analysis and closed his notebook.

A few minutes later, after digesting the information brought by Yanagi Renji, Niou Masaharu held his face with his palm and asked, "If that's the case, how do we arrange the appearance list tomorrow?"

Niou Masaharu's words aroused the others' thoughts. Yanagi Renji answered without hesitation: "I have actually had some preliminary thoughts on this issue. Since everyone is here, let's confirm it together."

"Okay, go ahead." Genichirō Sanada nodded. It would be a good idea to confirm the list in advance.

"Since we didn't change the lineup in the first two rounds of doubles, I think it's appropriate to switch the order of the two groups of doubles."

"As for the singles, my current idea is that Yuuki will play first singles, Sanada will play second singles, and I will play third singles."

"What do you think of my arrangement?" Liu Renji expressed his thoughts.

His idea of ​​deploying troops is very simple, it is a pure kingly way of deployment.

No matter how the opponent tries to play the game of Tian Ji, Rikkai will fight head-on with the power of a king and crush everything.

"Liu, your idea is good, but you seem to have forgotten one thing." Yuuki Mayo spoke at this time, and everyone's eyes were focused on him.

"What do you mean?!" Yanagi Renji was surprised. He didn't think there was any flaw in this lineup.

"If we play according to your roster tomorrow, we will still win, but we will most likely lose a game." Yuuki Maya said meaningfully.

"You mean--" As a top student who had ranked first in the entire grade of Rikkai University, Yanagi Renji immediately understood the hidden meaning in Yuuki Maya's words.

"Yuki, do you think that the Qing Society will put Tezuka Kunimitsu in the third place in singles?" Yanagi Renji suddenly realized that he had indeed made a misunderstanding.

If he was a member of Seigaku, even though he knew there was a high probability of losing tomorrow's game, he would choose to put his strongest points in the first three games and try to win one more game.

Yanagi Renji knew that the reason he had not thought of this was because he had become accustomed to the environment of Rikkai University and forgot to put himself in the shoes of the weak team and think about their formation.

"So, Yanagi, if Seigaku puts Tezuka in the third singles, are you confident that you can win?" Maya Yuuki asked a soul-searching question.

"Should I fight Tezuka Kunimitsu..." Yanagi Renji closed his eyes and simulated it in his mind, then opened his eyes and answered solemnly: "The probability of winning is only about 0.2%."

"So let me take on the third singles match tomorrow." Maya Yuuki took on this difficult task.

"Of course, the opponent's coach may also make a fuss about doubles, but I think the probability is not high. After all, not all singles players are suitable for doubles."

"I see. Then Yuuki will play as the third singles player, and Sanada will play as the first singles player." Yanagi Renji quickly made adjustments. Yuuki Maya's reminder made his thinking clearer.

"And I will play as the second doubles with Marui tomorrow. As for Mori-senpai, let him know tomorrow and let him play as the second singles."

"Hmm, a team up of me and Yanagi? That's quite interesting to think about." When Marui Bunta heard that he and Yanagi Renji would be teaming up tomorrow, he was surprised and excited to try.

"Sanada, I'd like to take this opportunity to show you the method I mentioned, how to crack the domain."

Yuki Maya turned to Sanada Genichirō and said, the latter's expression was obviously moved and he nodded heavily.

"Then let's decide it, Liu. The specific list will be left to you." Genichirō Sanada felt that the current revised lineup had no flaws, so he finalized it immediately.

"Oh, I thought I could play tomorrow..."

Kirihara Akari, who had been listening for a long time, sighed slightly and felt a little melancholy. He thought that he would have a chance to appear just by dealing with Seigaku.

"Pfft, Kirihara, just be a good substitute. The rest of the game will be left to the seniors." Niou Masaharu grabbed Kirihara Akaya's kelp head with a fox smile and said in a sarcastic tone.

"Damn it, don't mess up my hairstyle." Kirihara Akaya yelled in dissatisfaction, and at the same time, an idea in his heart became more and more firm.

Just bear with him for now. With time, he, Kirihara Aka, will surely take the singles position at Rikkai University.

Chapter 55: The Final Four Begins, Rikkai University and Seigaku's First Battle

The next morning, the sun was shining brightly.

Everyone from Rikkai University arrived at the venue of the Kanto Conference on time, and before long, they had arrived near the stadium used for today's game.

"Look, the players from Rikkai University are here."

"What an amazing momentum, what a strong sense of oppression!"

"I heard that Rikkai University's first two games only took about an hour. That's really scary."

"Even if the Minister didn't participate in the competition, he was still so dominant. Which school can stop Rikkai University today?!"

"It should be difficult in the Kanto region. Let's see if there are any schools that can do it at the national conference."

"..."

The game hasn't started yet, but the seats in the venue are already almost full. Spectators without seats can only stand outside the wire fence farther away and watch from afar.

Today's game is full of excitement. On one side is the Kanto champion Rikkai University, and on the other side is this year's dark horse Seigaku.

Many people were surprised that Seigaku could make it to the semi-finals, and everyone was curious about this unexpected team.

The audience present today includes not only tennis enthusiasts, but also players from schools that were eliminated in the previous two rounds and people in the tennis industry.

It was no surprise that Mamoru Inoue appeared here. At this moment, he was holding the camera with a serious look on his face, capturing the various actions of the contestants on both sides.

"The challenge that Seigaku will face today is huge."

After observing the situations on both sides, Mamoru Inoue sighed inwardly. With his sharp eyes, he could see the gap in hard power between the two sides.

In Rikkai University's preparation booth, every player's expression was very natural and relaxed. On the other hand, on Seigaku's side, everyone's face was tense, and it was obvious that they were under tremendous pressure.

"Tezuka, it's time to face it." Fuji Shusuke's blue eyes emitted a gleam of brilliance and his tone was heavy.

"Well, don't be careless, Fuji." Tezuka Kunimitsu's expression remained calm, as if he was not affected by the somewhat depressing atmosphere in the team.

"Huh, I feel like I'm having trouble breathing. How about you, Oishi?" Kikumaru Eiji took a few deep breaths. Only by facing it personally could one know how great the pressure is.

Before he even went on stage, he was already exhausted mentally.

"Kikumaru, relax. There's no need to be so nervous." Oishi Shuichiro tried to comfort her in a relaxed manner, but his hands behind his back had already been clenched into fists and were shaking slightly uncontrollably.

In the audience seats of Qingxue, this time, there were not only the regular players from Qingxue, but also the cheerleaders.

"The opponent looks so strong, Viper." Momoshiro Takeshi, with spiky hair, sighed after scanning the opponent, and then immediately put his hands on both sides of his cheeks and shouted loudly: "Come on, seniors, you must win."

"Hiss, you're so noisy, Momocheng, can you be a little quieter?" Kaidou Xun, who was wearing a green headscarf and had a fierce face, warned in a deep voice.

"It's up to you to take care of it."

"hiss,"

"..."

Although the two joined the tennis club this year, they were unable to participate in the regular school trials because they were freshmen. This time they could only serve as cheerleaders to encourage Tezuka Kunimitsu and the others.

Ryuzaki Sumire saw all of this. With her rich experience, how could she not see the little tricks of these little guys? But she did not point it out.

Saying some chicken soup words at this time will only have the opposite effect. Some things can only be known by experiencing them, so that you will know how to change them next time you encounter them.

Her only hope now is that these young people can finish this game without any regrets.

As for winning or losing, she doesn't have Alzheimer's disease yet. In her eyes, apart from Kunimitsu Tezuka, no one else has any chance of winning at all. But as a coach, she certainly can't say this.

She looked towards Rikkai University's preparation area and couldn't help but feel emotional.

This year, no one can stop Rikkai University from winning the Kanto Conference championship again, even in the absence of their captain Seiichi Yukimura.

"The Kanto Conference semi-final match between Rikkai University Affiliated Middle School and Seishun Gakuin has officially begun."

"Now please ask the second doubles of both teams to get ready."

The referee in charge of this game was already sitting on a chair outside the court and loudly announced the start of the game.

At the same time, the second doubles team of Qingxue came out of the preparation area. The players who came out were Kikumaru Eiji and Oishi Shuichiro.

The players from Rikkai University were Marui Bunta and Yanagi Renji.

There was an immediate uproar from the audience.

"Hey, is it true?!"

"Is this actually the arrangement of Rikkai University this time?"

"Yanagi Renji, one of the Big Four, will actually be the second doubles player!"

Just a simple appearance immediately touched the hearts of everyone present.

No one expected Yanagi Renji to play so early, and many people assumed that he should be the third singles player.

What on earth does Rikkai University want to do?! Could it be...

In the coaching booth, Ryuzaki Sumire's expression instantly turned ugly. She had vaguely guessed something.

"This is most likely the work of Renji. He wants to eliminate us within three games." Inui Sadaharu said to Tezuka Kunimitsu and others with a serious expression.

"It's really uncomfortable to feel valued by my opponent." Fuji Shusuke had mixed emotions at this moment. He didn't know whether he should be happy or distressed.

On the other hand, Kunimitsu Tezuka did not show any strange expression even in this situation.

"But fortunately, because of Coach Ryuzaki's advance arrangements and Tezuka's appearance position..." Fuji Shusuke changed his mind and found a little comfort.

However, before Fuji Shusuke could finish, Inui Sadaharu immediately poured cold water on him: "Don't think too simply, Fuji. Since Renji can appear in the second doubles position, then you might as well guess who Rikkai University will send to play in the next two games, or even who will be the third singles player?"

Everyone who heard Inui Sadaharu's words almost simultaneously turned their eyes towards Rikkai University's preparation area.

There are two people in Rikkai University who can pose a threat to Tezuka Kunimitsu.

Deputy Minister Genichirō Sanada, and one of the Big Four, Maya Yuuki.

Fuji Shusuke's eyes wandered between the two people, and finally stopped uncertainly on Yuuki Maya.

On the court, players from both sides stood in front of the net.

Marui Bunta held a tennis racket in one hand and with the other hand he stuffed a piece of unfinished cake into his mouth, chewing and swallowing it in big mouthfuls.

"Wow, the new products of this cake shop are quite delicious. Do you want me to introduce them to you, Liu?" Marui Fumita said with satisfaction as he rubbed his belly.

"Thank you for your kindness, but I don't really eat desserts. Maybe you can introduce it to Niou." Yanagi Renji replied calmly.

"Niou?! I won't introduce him to anyone. He always steals my snacks." Marui Bunta shook his head decisively and said somewhat unhappily.

On the opposite side, Kikumaru Eiji and Oishi Shuichiro faced each other. They noticed that the other side did not seem to take this game seriously and obviously looked down on them.

"Hey, we're playing a game now. If you want to chat, wait until it's over." Kikumaru Eiji said to Marui Bunta and the others indignantly.

Upon hearing this, Marui Bunta turned his head and glanced at Kikumaru Eiji, then smiled slightly: "You're right, let's talk about it after the game is over. Anyway... it won't take too much time."

"you--"

After hearing this, Kikumaru Eiji felt his rage soar, but just as he was about to explode, he was suppressed by Oishi Shuichiro.

"Don't fall for their provocation, Eiji, calm down." Oishi tried to calm Kikumaru Eiji down.

However, the next moment, Yanagi Renji, who had been silent, suddenly interrupted and said, "You misunderstood. Marui didn't use provocation—"

"He was just stating a fact."

After Yanagi Renji finished speaking, Oishi Shuichiro, who had been calm enough, felt that he was instantly filled with anger.