Kuroko's Basketball: I'm not the boss?

Xiangyang touched his nose; he was still thinking of giving Number One a proper greeting.

"Yuki! What's your phone number? I'll save it."

But it doesn't matter, that number one is just a minor character, this junior high student is the main character.

Xiangyang licked his lips, exchanged contact information with Yuki, and before parting, he reminded her, "If anything happens, call me. Also, I'll be waiting for you in Haichang, little genius."

Hearing this, Kise, who was standing aside watching, said with dissatisfaction, "What's going on? Isn't that my exclusive title?"

"What does it matter? You're a grown man, why are you still fussing over this?"

"?? Please, I'm only a year older than him."

The scene of the two bickering successfully amused Yuki. Watching their interaction, he secretly made a decision in his heart. Although he hadn't said it out loud yet, he had already accepted Xiangyang's invitation.

"Let's go, Yuuki."

After greeting Takeuchi, the national youth team captain waved to Yuki, indicating that it was time for them to go back.

"Oh, here it comes."

Before leaving the stadium, the captain of the national youth team turned back and took a deep look.

Ryota Kise... and Hikaru?

Chapter 80 The Rebellious Heart of a Teenager

"That's right, Kise Ryota is good, but Mukahi isn't..."

"Why? Wasn't that kid's performance outstanding enough? I'll say it again, Li Guo! They beat the U22 national youth team together! Keep in mind, they're not even adults yet."

"Isn't that because of Kise? Okay, Takeuchi, I'm busy, let's leave it at that. Oh, right, there's something I forgot to tell you, the national youth team already has a candidate for the next generation point guard."

"What? Who?"

"Akaashi Seijuro."

……

"Good morning, senior. Good morning, Kobo-senpai."

"Oh, Xiangyang is here? The coach just came looking for you and told us to tell you that you've arrived and go to his office to see him."

"Okay, then I'll go find him."

After greeting his seniors, Xiangyang hummed a little tune and strolled to Coach Wu's office. He was in a good mood today.

"What's wrong, Coach? Is there some good news for me?"

He opened the door and peeked out with a grin, asking a question.

Sitting in his office, Takeuchi saw Xiangyang arrive and forced a smile: "Xiangyang's here, come in and have a seat."

Seeing Takeuchi's reaction, Xiangyang was taken aback, his smile faded, he slowly walked into the room, gently closed the door, walked to Takeuchi's desk, and found a chair to sit down.

"Hey coach, go ahead and say it, I'm listening."

Takeuchi took a deep breath, rubbed his face, and said to Xiangyang in a deep voice, "Xiangyang... I'm sorry..."

"Come on, Coach. You haven't wronged me in any way. Just say what you want to say. I'm not a child. I won't cry in your office."

As soon as Takeuchi began to apologize, Xiangyang interrupted him. In fact, he already had a guess in his mind, but he just wanted to hear why.

"...You weren't selected for the national youth team."

"Ah."

Xiangyang's expression was calm; he had guessed it when he entered the room.

"why?"

Hearing Xiangyang's question, Wu Nei opened his mouth but didn't speak. He had originally wanted to say that it was because of his lack of physical talent that he had done so well.

But Li Guo's last words on the other end of the phone silenced him.

Is Akashi Seijuro a candidate for the next generation of the national youth team?

In terms of height, he is not as good as Xiang Yang; in terms of weight, he is not as good as Xiang Yang; in terms of grades... Hai Chang is the national champion this year, while Luo Shan is only second.

But reality is cruel. Akashi, who was only in second place, was considered by everyone to be better than Hikaru. Even Takeuchi fell silent when he heard that Hikaru's competitor was Akashi.

How should I bring it up...?

Takeuchi fell into deep thought.

"Is it because of physical talent, Coach?"

Seeing that Takeuchi remained silent for a long time, Xiangyang took the initiative to ask a question. His expression remained calm, making it impossible to guess what he was thinking.

Takeuchi pursed his lips, but finally told the truth: "Just now, the Basketball Association called and said that the next generation of point guards is Akashi Seijuro."

Upon hearing this, Xiangyang's expression finally changed.

The two remained silent for an unknown period of time.

"Coach, do me a favor."

"Huh? Tell me, as long as I can help."

……

"Hello? Masako."

"Takeuchi, you are the most..."

"I have something important to tell you. I already said I don't have time to go out to dinner with you this weekend!"

"It's not about this matter. Could we meet?"

After a brief silence, Masako Araki on the other end of the phone uttered two words: "Address."

Kaijo High School Takeuchi Office

After hearing Masako's reply, Takeuchi hung up the phone and slowly exhaled, his mind still echoing with what Xiangyang had just told him.

"Coach, help me get stronger. As long as I can prove my strength, that's fine, right? We narrowly defeated Rakuzan in the Summer Tournament. If I can crush Akashi in the Winter Cup, then we'll be fine, right?"

……

Ah, the rebellious spirit of youth...

As Takeuchi thought this, he suddenly laughed.

I don't dislike this feeling at all. He's such a calm person on the court, but now it seems like he's just a high school student who's not yet an adult.

Alright, I should get myself ready too.

After his moment of melancholy, Takeuchi's expression changed. He was going to see Masako Araki in half an hour, and he needed to be in top form.

He pulled out his long-treasured hair wax and leather shoes from the cabinet, and with a mirror in one hand and a razor in the other, Takeuchi sat in his office and began to groom himself meticulously.

On the other side, Xiangyang had already returned to the gymnasium, greeted his seniors again, and then began to warm up.

Xiangyang was exceptionally focused on training today, showing none of his usual slacking off.

Kise stood to the side, watching Xiangyang complete all the training meticulously, his jaw almost dropping to the ground in astonishment.

"Little Xiangyang?? You're not running a fever, are you?"

While Xiangyang was resting, Kise went over and touched his forehead, speaking in a low voice.

Xiang Yang rolled his eyes at him and said irritably, "If an ordinary person like me doesn't work harder, I won't even be able to see your taillights."

Ordinary people?

Kise was slightly taken aback; he didn't understand what Xiangyang meant.

At this moment, Xiangyang's face remained calm, but his heart was filled with resentment.

Having lived two lives and being familiar with the plot, and possessing a system, he still couldn't get into a national youth team, let alone the national youth team that they had defeated.

What a joke! Time travelers have completely lost face.

Not only to preserve the dignity of a time traveler, but also to prove himself, Xiangyang made up his mind.

The plan changed, and he joined the national team.

……

On the other side, inside a rather upscale coffee shop

"I think I understand what you mean. You want me to train your point guard and help him get into the national team."

Masako tucked her hair behind her ear and took a sip of her coffee.

Watching this scene, Takeuchi swallowed hard, a smile spreading across his shaved face: "That's right, that kid is really good! He just lacked a bit of luck. With your help, he can definitely do it!"

Masako didn't speak, but gently swirled the spoon in her cup.

Seeing that he had a chance, Takeuchi pressed his advantage, saying, "Don't worry, Masako! As long as you help me with this, I'll treat you to dinner! You can eat as many meals as you want!"

Masako decisively shook her head and refused, saying in a clear voice, "No need for meals or anything like that. I can help you with this. Have him come here tomorrow."

Masako took out a business card and pushed it in front of Takeuchi. It read: Shark Fitness.

……

"Moses, Moses?"

"Xiangyang, this is Wu Nei. You don't need to come to the stadium tomorrow."

"...Huh? I got kicked out of the team?"

"What nonsense are you talking about! I'll give you an address and a phone number. Write them down and just go there for training tomorrow. She'll help you get stronger."

"Okay, thank you, coach."

Takeuchi hung up the phone, let out a long breath, looked out the window, and silently prayed for the sun.

It's not just about hoping he can successfully enter the national youth team, but also about praying for his upcoming training.

Masako's training... is no joke.

Chapter 81 Shark Gym