My Prince of Tennis has a high proficiency level

Bang!

Inside Stadium No. 3.

Just as the members of the Youth Club rushed over to see which two teams were playing, they witnessed a beautiful game-winning shot land.

"The match is over."

From the high chair, the referee, dressed in a black jacket, announced loudly: "The duo of Yamabuki Fujihira and Harano Takeshi wins! Score 6-1!"

"it's over?"

The newcomers were somewhat surprised.

Looking at the two teams on the court, it was neither Hyotei nor any team they recognized.

"Kakigi...and Yamabuki?"

Tezuka, who was mixed in with the crowd, recognized the two district teams at a glance.

Needless to say, persimmon wood.

They belong to the same regional qualifier as Seigaku, and have consistently ranked second, regarding Seigaku as their arch-rival.

Yamabuki is also Seigaku's opponent this year. In Tezuka's memory, this team's doubles is very strong, and they almost prevented Seigaku from advancing to the finals of the Metropolitan Tournament.

"Tsk tsk, this school in Kaki has lost two games in a row."

After seeing the score, someone laughed and said, "Looks like it's still Coach Araki who's in charge of the team."

really.

Everyone looked closely and saw their coach standing behind the group from Shimu Middle School.

Especially when they saw the terrifyingly gloomy expression on the other person's face, they couldn't help but chuckle.

"No wonder they spent a lot of money to hire him to help; the situation of this Shimu team is not optimistic."

"That's a lie. If he's too strong, we don't need him. I just don't know if our Coach Araki can turn things around."

"It would be interesting if they lost three in a row."

Everyone looked on with expressions of anticipation, as if they were watching a good show.

"Next, the singles match 3 will begin."

At that moment, the referee on the high chair announced loudly: "Shibukawa Shin, Yamabuki Middle School vs. Kuki Kiichi, Kakigi Middle School. Players from both sides, please prepare yourselves."

"Nine Demons, One?"

Upon hearing this, one of the elite players from the Youth Terrace Club seemed to remember something: "How come I remember this person being one of our club's players?"

"Yes, I know him."

The other person nodded and said, "Kuki Kiichi is the son of the former coach, Kuki Kensuke."

"Kuki Kensuke? The one who used to be the coach of Team 2?"

"It's him. I was promoted from Group 2. He was a pretty good teacher, but I don't know why he suddenly disappeared last year. Now it seems he was recruited by Kakimoto Junior High School to teach junior high."

"It seems that Kaki is preparing to fight back."

"Hmm, I remember that Kuki Kiichi is pretty strong. If nothing unexpected happens, he'll definitely be promoted to elite player next year."

The crowd was buzzing with discussion.

But most people's eyes were on the arrogant, middle-parted-hair boy who walked out from Kaki's side.

Kuki's confident demeanor, as if he had everything under control, further convinced the others that the match was already his for the taking.

"That person...?"

Tezuka, however, glanced briefly at Kuki before looking towards Yamabuki across the way.

In his memory, Yamabuki didn't seem to have a member named "Shibukawa Shin". Sure enough, the next person to appear in his line of sight was also an unfamiliar boy with long black bangs covering his eyes.

"Hey, what's wrong with this kid? With hair that long, how can he even see his opponent's movements?"

"Don't joke around. There are plenty of skilled fighters with long hair. Isn't Ochi Takashi from Hyotei? He's a genuine top-tier fighter."

More wisdom?

Tezuka's heart stirred slightly.

If he remembered correctly, that was before he entered junior high school, the first captain of Hyotei to lead Hyotei into the national tournament.

Indeed, hairstyle is not the key factor in determining the outcome of a match.

Tezuka thought to himself.

Two years ago, he was already able to easily retaliate even with his eyes closed.

"But this person... seems vaguely familiar?"

Tezuka stared at Shibukawa for a moment, then quickly realized that the man was the mysterious figure he had spotted on the way earlier.

Also.

He was quite certain that this year's Yamabuki lineup did not include Shibukawa.

"Could it be a first-grader?"

Thinking of this, Tezuka couldn't help but become a little interested.

Among his peers, even Sengoku wouldn't be a match for him. But if it's a first-year student, he'll have to take a closer look.

After all, there are two promising young talents among the first-year students at Seigaku.

Although he is not yet the captain of Seigaku, Tezuka is already considering how to train the current first-year team members.

...

"Shibukawa letter?"

Standing at the net, looking at the unremarkable young man before him, Kuki couldn't help but laugh: "Looks like your Yamabuki coach is planning to hold back. Otherwise, he wouldn't have sent out someone like you who has absolutely no reputation."

He spoke his mind frankly.

Moreover, they clearly observed their opponents with a condescending and scrutinizing attitude.

"I have really bad luck."

"I can't believe I ran into cannon fodder like you."

"Unfortunately, if it were Sengoku, I could have used him to test Tezuka's strength."

At this point, Kuki turned to look at Sengoku, who stood expressionless outside the arena. In his heart, he had never considered Sengoku a true rival.

Even when Sengoku is mentioned, it's only because he lost to Tezuka in the semifinals of the Metropolitan Tournament. Kuki's goal has always been just that second-year student from Seigaku.

Barring any unforeseen circumstances, the other party will become the captain of Seigaku this year. And Kuki himself will take over as captain of Kakiki. Before the two "tigers" clash, he naturally needs to consider how to test the other party's strength.

But it's a pity.

Sengoku did not appear in Singles 3.

This completely ruined Kuki's pre-match plans.

"But it's okay."

After a pause, Kuki continued, "Even cannon fodder has its value. Getting rid of you as quickly as possible will make my reputation even more renowned."

Done.

He turned and left.

"I'm giving you the serve; I don't want people to say I'm bullying a younger person."

His back view was elegant and natural, just like a true top expert, which surprised the elite players of the Youth Stage Club on the periphery.

"This guy is way too confident!"

"Kuki is Kuki, always so impolite. But that's the privilege of a master."

"I have a feeling that this kid has become even stronger than before."

"Nine Demons, One..."

Tezuka, standing in the crowd, secretly frowned.

He naturally recognized the other person, after all, this was the most outstanding genius of Kakimoto Middle School in recent years. However, because Kakimoto's overall strength was not as good as Seigaku's, Kuki had never had a chance to make a move.

The two never actually fought each other.

Judging from Kuki's current behavior, he would never be so arrogant if he didn't have enough confidence in his own strength.

In Tezuka's memory, even Atobe of Hyotei and Sanada of Rikkai were not this arrogant.

Thinking of this, he couldn't help but perk up. He prepared to carefully observe the match and see just how strong this top genius from Kakimoto really was.