allendalepharm Chapter 124 Doubled!
Chapter 124 Doubled!
Chapter 124 Doubled!
"Chitose, are those two really that powerful?"
Kintaro Toyama pointed at the two people opposite him and asked playfully.
"Little Jin, you're really amazing!"
Chitose Senri looked in that direction and said, "He's the most powerful in the world!"
"Well?"
The people of Shitenhoji Temple were taken aback and silently looked towards Sensuke Senri.
"The most powerful in the world?"
Kintaro Toyama got excited and pointed at Keigo Atobe across the street, shouting, "Oh, is that him?"
He looked full of fighting spirit, as if he was about to rush out and have a great battle with the opponent in the mountains.
"It's the one next to him."
"Oh?"
Kintaro Toyama's gaze shifted, and he looked over. The boy had his racket slung over his shoulder, and a special aura emanated from him.
"Little Jin, Qian Sui is joking."
Kuranosuke Shiraishi said, "Gin, that's about it, we should go too."
When Shiraishi Kuranosuke stood up and walked side by side with Ishida Gin toward the entrance, most people were surprised: "Who's that?" Kai Yujiro pointed at Ishida Gin, looking astonished.
Rin Hirakoba: "That's Ishida, ranked number one in strength nationwide."
Eishiro Kito: "This is going to be interesting. Ishida's wave ball has 108 variations, and Shiraishi's movements are so precise that they're called the tennis bible, absolutely perfect. But their opponents are no pushovers either. Will the undefeated Hyotei win, or will Shitenhoji's combination of power and perfect returns prevail? It's really exciting."
Tian Renzhi: "According to the people from Shitenhoji, so far, no one has been able to force Ishida to unleash his full power. Those two from Hyotei will probably be defeated."
Eishiro Kite: "Today, someone's record is going to be broken!"
Those who knew both Shitenhoji and Hyotei were instantly excited. Shiraishi Kuranosuke of Shitenhoji was known as the "Tennis Bible," a title earned through countless hits. Ishida Gin was even more terrifying; in a contest of power, no middle school student in the country could rival him, hence his title as the nation's number one.
Meanwhile, on the Hyotei side, Atobe Keigo's name is well-known, and more importantly, Natsume Tsukiya is also famous. When people think of his title of "Zero-Scoring Tyrant," they think of the fact that he has never lost a single point in past competitions, big or small.
Eishiro Kite once doubted the curse, hoping to challenge it and break it, until he was shut out by Tsukiya Natsume, which further confirmed his belief.
He was the one most looking forward to this match.
"Both sides have gone mad, sending out their main generals."
"Kuranosuke Shiraishi - Captain of Shitenhoji, the tennis bible, and the progenitor of the wave attack, ranked number one in national power by Ishida Ginichi."
"Keigo Atobe—the man of the frozen world, and Tsukiya Natsume—the captain of Hyotei—no one has ever been able to take a single point from him!"
"It seems that both sides are pinning their bets on this one match."
Natsume Tsukiya looked at the two people who came out from the opposite side, and then caught a glimpse of Watanabe Osamu's smug expression. Just as he had thought, that 27-year-old coach was an extremely extraordinary guy.
The third match featured a combination of Kuranosuke Shiraishi and Gin Ishida, suggesting they had done extensive research on their own Hyotei team.
It's important to know that this isn't how it's arranged in the TV series.
This can be considered a targeted strategy.
The national tournament adopts a format that alternates between singles and doubles. The first match is doubles 2, the second match is singles 3, and the third match is doubles 1.
If the teams are too far apart in strength, the outcome will basically be decided in three games.
The arrangement at Shitenhoji Temple is as follows: the first match is between Chitose Senri and Toyama Kintaro, and the winner is Chitose Senri!
In the second match, Kenya Oshitari lost!
In the third match between Shiraishi Kuranosuke and Ishida Gin, at least two out of three matches were secured, with other matches including Konjiro Koharu, Ichiji Yuuji, and Zaizen Hikaru.
This arrangement seems to be a drain on a general.
In reality, this directly maximized their chances of winning against Hyotei.
On the other side, Shiraishi Kuranosuke watched the two approaching. He had his own thoughts. No matter how amazing the other side's legends were, he would never believe that he couldn't win a single point.
Regarding Shitenhoji's opponent, Kuranosuke Shiraishi couldn't possibly leave him completely uninformed. Judging from the video recordings, only the match against Kevin Smith of the Midwest region was worth paying attention to—
Besides disbelief, Shiraishi Kuranosuke also wanted to break people's preconceived notions about Natsume Tsukiya, just like Chitose Senri and Kintaro.
Impressions are meant to be broken.
"Shiraishi."
Keigo Atobe spoke first.
"Atobe!" Shiraishi Kuranosuke exuded a bored elegance.
"I really didn't expect to meet him in doubles," said Keigo Atobe.
Kuranosuke Shiraishi: "If it weren't for doubles, Hyotei would probably not have made it to singles, just like in previous years."
Atobe Keigo was slightly angry.
Shitenhoji is a regular in the top four in the nation, while Hyotei, despite being a strong team, doesn't leave as strong an impression as Shitenhoji.
Kuranosuke Shiraishi's words meant that, despite both being champion teams, Hyotei was far inferior to Shitenhoji.
"I heard Hyotei is going to win the national championship?"
Kuranosuke Shiraishi said, "I'm sorry, but you need to get past us first."
"Choose a side," Natsume Tsukiya said.
"Front-up," Shiraishi Kuranosuke said.
After choosing between the two sides.
Kuranosuke Shiraishi took a few steps, stopped, and kindly reminded, "Our team's counterattack is dangerous; don't try to take it head-on."
These words infuriated Atobe Keigo.
"My counterattack would be more dangerous; don't take it head-on."
Natsume Tsukiya then took over the conversation.
Kuranosuke Shiraishi paused for a moment, then silently walked towards the backcourt. "No matter what, everything will be decided in the match."
"snort!"
Atobe Keigo snorted coldly, his anger already burning.
Judging from Shiraishi Kuranosuke's attitude, he seemed convinced that Hyotei was not worthy of standing with them.
"Atobe".
Natsume Tsuki also shouted.
"I'm going to crush them," Atobe Keigo said.
"When have I ever let the other team score on my home turf?" Natsume Tsukiya said loudly, and the other side heard him.
Kuranosuke Shiraishi frowned and said, "Then, Gin, let's not hold back."
"The Hyotei Academy vs. Shitenhoji doubles match begins now, with Shitenhoji Shiraishi Kuranosuke serving."
"Well then, it's time to go."
Kuranosuke Shiraishi tossed the ball and served it beautifully and cleanly.
"Bang!"
"With this level of skill, they're not much better than me."
Atobe Keigo was the first to move.
"Bang!"
Atobe Keigo's retaliation was clearly fueled by anger, and the force he used was different from his usual style; he held nothing back.
Shiraishi Kuranosuke thought to himself, "It wouldn't be fun otherwise."
With nimble movements and without any unnecessary actions, Shiraishi Kuranosuke accurately hit the ball towards the corner, carrying a clear intention to probe.
Soon, Shiraishi Kuranosuke frowned, and Natsume Tsuki didn't move.
Atobe Keigo flashed and caught up with the ball in an instant, thud!
As the ball was returned, Shiraishi Kuranosuke slightly turned his head, a gesture that signaled Ishida Gin to make the shot.
Ishida Gin understood immediately, nodded, and raised his hand, saying, "First Style: Wave Ball."
"Bang!!"
The monk, Gin Ishida, appeared relaxed and calm as he unleashed a powerful wave ball, equivalent to Takashi Kawamura's sprint wave ball.
"Aren't you going to make a move?"
Kuranosuke Shiraishi kept a close eye on Tsukiya Natsume's movements.
"So what?"
Atobe Keigo accepted the challenge again.
Atobe Keigo is extremely fast, while Ishida Gin's speed stat is 1, far behind Atobe Keigo's 4. It's simply unrealistic for him to catch this ball.
Kuranosuke Shiraishi had to fill in, and could only wait for an opportunity to let Gin Ishida take the lead.
"Bang!"
"Those two are both national-level athletes, and it's difficult to determine a winner for the time being."
A thousand years and a thousand miles away, he spoke.
"The enemy's commander hasn't made a move yet." Kintaro Toyama was paying close attention to Tsukiya Natsume.
Zaizen Hikaru: "They're too arrogant. Do they think they can withstand our attack with just Atobe Keigo?" Konjiro Koharu analyzed: "If Gintoki keeps going like that and can't keep up with the speed..."
Yuji Ichiji said, "It's like sealing off his special skill."
Osamu Watanabe: "The opponent has obviously realized this as well, so this match is currently a one-on-one contest between the two sides."
"Bang!"
"Bang!"
The two fought relentlessly, exhausting each other's strength.
Atobe Keigo was determined not to give an inch, but his speed gradually slowed down.
"That's two hundred goals already."
"How long are these two going to fight?"
"Only top-tier players would do this."
"No, it's because both sides are using the purest techniques in their duel."
"Bang!"
After Atobe Keigo quickly retaliated, Shiraishi Kuranosuke took advantage of the opening to clear the way for a counterattack, where Ishida Gin was already waiting.
"I've been waiting for this for so long!"
"The 10th Wave Ball!"
Ishida Gin's pupils contracted sharply, and he immediately shouted it out.
"What?! Gintoki is using the Tenth Style Wave Ball right now? This is going to cause trouble!" Kintaro Toyama shouted, clutching his head.
Osamu Watanabe: "This match has dragged on long enough, and that captain on the other side hasn't even served a single point yet. We have to make some changes."
"Yes," said Chitose Senri, "but it's not necessarily effective."
"Chitose, what are you talking about?" Koharu Konno turned her head in disbelief. "That's the Tenth Style Wave Ball. If you try to catch it head-on, you'll get sent flying."
"Could it be that Hyotei has some secret weapon they haven't used yet?" Ichiji Yuuji stroked Koharu's chin and asked, "Something to counter the Wave Ball?"
"You'll see as you watch," Chisui Senri smiled slightly.
On the field, just as the opponent was charging up to use the Wave Ball, Atobe Keigo revealed a charming smile and moved to the side, clearing the field for him.
"What is that?"
Kintaro Toyama suddenly pointed to the field and shouted, "It was used by Chitose!"
Zaizen Hikaru exclaimed excitedly, "Is it the state of 'no-self'?"
"I didn't expect that guy to have reached the state of 'selflessness' as well?" Oshitari Kenya thought.
Watanabe Osamu's expression also shifted slightly.
Kuranosuke Shiraishi narrowed his eyes, thinking to himself, "I almost forgot, he used the state of 'no self' when fighting the representative of the American West Sea. I was careless."
The aura of a state of selflessness began to rise from the soles of his feet, enveloping Natsume Tsukiya's entire body.
"Bang!"
A loud bang came from the racket, and the tenth wave ball was served.
Natsume Tsuki also raised his racket.
"Bang!"
Ishida Gintoki was taken aback when he caught it steadily.
"Ah Yin, be careful, their counterattack is twice as strong as yours."
"Watanabe Osamu shouted."
"double?"
The entire audience was somewhat shocked.
"Doesn't that mean it's the 20th type of Wave Ball?"
"Really? That's terrifying!"
"This is absolutely not a joke."
Natsume Tsuki also suddenly swung his sword.
In Ishida Gin's eyes, a massive tornado was approaching. His pupils dilated. "It really is the 20th Wave Ball, but I'm not afraid."
He suddenly swung his racket and charged forward.
"Bang!"
Twenty-four wave spheres.
Ishida Gin swung his sword again.
'
Everyone stared in astonishment at Natsume Tsukiya.
"Um, can he double it again?"
"That, that, that state of 'no-self', is it really that powerful?"
"While that state of 'selflessness' can retaliate twice as much, one must first possess that potential."
"Incredible! The 48th Wave Ball."
"Bang!"
'
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When Natsume Tsuki also arrived, Shiraishi Kuranosuke realized that things were serious.
The force used against Hyotei has now become their weapon.
. . . .
"54-Style Wave Ball!"
Gin Ishida's facial muscles contorted as he roared and hurled the heavy wave ball back.
"One hundred and eight!"
"Natsume Tsuki also shouted."
'
Ishida Gin's eyes widened; the power of the 108 was terrifying.
"Sixty~"
Ishida Gin spread his legs and shouted.
"No!" Shiraishi Kuranosuke shouted.
But it was too late. Ishida Gin had already unleashed that attack, shouting, "I want to see if the 120th Wave Ball really exists."
"Are they risking their lives to push the limits?"
Kuranosuke Shiraishi's eyes dimmed as he thought to himself, "Is something as boring as tennis worth doing?"
"puff!"
Instead of the 120th Wave Ball that Ishida Gin was hoping for, Natsume Tsukiya threw a short drop ball.
"it turns out...
'
Kuranosuke Shiraishi was a little stunned, muttering, "Zero-style short ball!!"
In Shiraishi Kuranosuke's mind, only people like Tezuka Kunimitsu, Sanada Genichiro, and Yukimura Seiichi could attract his attention.
In the open tournament, none of the opponents that Natsume Tsukiya fought were considered truly formidable by Shiraishi Kuranosuke.
Therefore, even though Natsume Tsuki is known as the Zero-Sealing Tyrant, Shiraishi Kuranosuke would not truly accept it from the bottom of his heart.
However, this zero-ball shot stunned him.
"That's no ordinary zero-ball!"
Chitose Senri said, "It's very difficult to receive the Sixtieth Wave Ball and then hit the Zero Short Ball."
"Chitose should be fine," Kintaro Toyama said.
"I can't do it." Chisui Senri shook his head. "The limit of tempering and refining can double the force, but it doesn't have the ability to weaken the power."
The people at Shitenhoji Temple were all surprised.
"Perhaps only he could do that in this world," Chisei Chisato sighed.
"Zero to fifteen!"
After a long and drawn-out battle, the first point finally brought a sense of relief.