Juri Ueno from Kuroko's Basketball

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The next morning.

Because it's a day off.

There were only a handful of people at the school gate.

A white bus was parked quietly to one side of the school gate.

Coach Xinhe, who was absent yesterday, was standing quietly next to the bus.

Beside Coach Shinkawa, Gong Liangyi, Shang Jingyi, and others were excitedly talking about something.

When I arrived in Ueno while having breakfast, I found that the basketball team was almost all there.

Only Kurumi Sora was missing.

Looking at the time, it was already 7:50. Seeing Coach Shinho's furrowed brows, Ueno felt a pang of worry.

He thought he would be the last one, but to his surprise, Kurumiya Sora hadn't arrived yet.

Seeing Ueno arrive, Kyoichi couldn't help but look behind him, and asked curiously.

"What about Sora?"

"do not know."

Shaking his head, Ueno was also somewhat unaware; their house was just on the way, but they didn't live together.

Looking at everyone, Coach Xinhe glanced down at his watch, remained silent, and continued to cross his arms, quietly watching the direction of the Kuratani family.

The crowd stopped arguing and stood quietly to the side, afraid of offending Coach Xinhe.

Waited for another moment.

Just as everyone was getting anxious, Kurumi Sora's figure came running from another street.

Kurumi Sora, panting heavily, ran straight to Coach Shinkawa, whose face was dark with anger. He first bowed to Ueno and the others, then bowed to Coach Shinkawa and said loudly, "Sorry, Coach Shinkawa, I'm late."

Looking at the panting Che Gu Kong, Coach Xinhe was about to reprimand him, but he subconsciously glanced at the route the other had come from, and a hint of worry flashed in his eyes as if he had thought of something.

He glanced again at Kurumi Sora, who was bent over, and sighed inwardly.

"It's good that you're here, but don't be late next time."

"Ah Liang, get them in the car."

After saying that, Coach Xinhe took the lead and walked towards the bus.

"Yes, Coach Xinhe."

Seeing that Coach Shinkawa had already gotten into the car, Gong Liangyi looked at the sweaty and panting Kurumi with some concern and asked, "Is something wrong?"

Based on the past two weeks of interaction, he didn't believe that Kurumi Sora was the type to oversleep, because Kurumi was always the first to arrive and the last to leave during practice, and was also the most proactive.

Therefore, there must be something going on about why I'm late today.

He also called in the morning, and the other party got up early as well.

Not only Miya Ryoichi, but the others also came over with great concern.

Looking at the concerned crowd, Kurumi felt a warmth in his heart and smiled.

"fine."

Chapter 20 Comrades

Tonghuang High School.

The grandstand at the Touou basketball court.

Aomine Daiki appeared quite indifferent to Kise, who had arrived uninvited.

"What are you here for?"

Upon hearing this, Kise was not angry at the other party's coldness. He knew that Aomine was just like that, and waved his hand with a smile.

"Don't be so cold! We were teammates once, after all."

After saying that, Kise turned to Momoi and said with a smile, "Momoi, I heard you guys are playing a friendly match against Tokyo University today?"

Momoi looked at Kise, her old friend, and she was very happy, nodding with a smile.

"Yes, the students from Tokyo University should be here soon."

"Well, you don't mind if I take a look, do you?"

Seeing the smiling Kise, Aomine didn't say anything, but simply turned and left.

Momoi looked at Kise with curiosity, her eyes full of anticipation as she spoke.

"Kise, did you guys play basketball with Tetsu-kun and the others the day before yesterday? How's Tetsu-kun doing? Are any girls pursuing him?"

Seeing Momoi's relentless questioning, Kise smiled helplessly.

"Yes, we played a friendly match against them the day before yesterday. Xiao Heizi is doing very well. His teammates are quite strong. As for having girls chasing after him?"

As he spoke, Kise suddenly pretended to frown, looking as if he had some difficulty speaking.

Upon seeing Kise's expression, Momoi immediately tensed up.

"What's wrong? Is it Zhe-jun?"

Seeing the nervous Momoi, Kise suddenly burst out laughing.

"With Xiao Heizi's presence, apart from you, I doubt any other girl would even notice him."

Seeing this, Momoi breathed a sigh of relief, then glared at Kise.

"Hmph, you can see for yourself!"

After saying that, he turned around and left.

Watching Momoi leave, Kise found the best spot to watch the game and sat down.

Looking at the group of students warming up at Touou High School below, Kise's eyes were filled with anticipation and seriousness.

"Just how strong are you, buddy?"

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On the subway.

Kagami yawned widely, and looking at Kuroko, who insisted on dragging him to watch a friendly match, he scratched his head sleepily.

"Kuroko, whose basketball game are we going to watch?"

Kuroko gripped the armrest with one hand and was quietly reading a book in the other. When asked about Kagami's question, he turned his head to look at him and asked.

"Touou High School and the University of Tokyo!"

Upon hearing this, Vulcan, who had been feeling somewhat drowsy, immediately snapped out of it, a look of seriousness flashing in his eyes.

"Is it that guy, Ueno Juri?"

"Ah."

He nodded calmly and turned his gaze back to the book in his hands.

Looking at the scenery rushing past the window, Vulcan's expression turned solemn.

After being defeated by Kise and Ueno last time.

Vulcan specifically watched some match videos and information about Generation of Miracles and Ueno Juri.

I also remembered the school the Generation of Miracles went to.

Apart from Kuroko joining Shiro Rin, everyone else joined a top school.

Especially Daiki Aomine, the ace of the Generation of Miracles.

Although the opponent is also very strong.

However, right now, Kagami's biggest desire is to defeat Ueno Juri.

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On the way to Toou High School.

On a white bus.

Leaning back in his chair, Coach Xinhe looked at the crowd watching him and said in a deep voice, "Although today is just a friendly match..."

"However, if we want to win the Summer Championship, we will definitely have a real showdown with Touou High School."

As he spoke, Coach Shinhe glanced at Ueno Juri a couple more times.

There's only one way for Todai to defeat Touou.

That was their ace, Ueno, defeating Touou's ace, Aomine Daiki.

"So, I don't want any of you to have any problems in today's match, understand?"

"Yes, Coach Xinhe."

Looking at the team members with great enthusiasm, Coach Xinhe nodded in satisfaction.