Tennis: I have inherited the king's legacy and I am invincible

Seeing this, Atobe was secretly delighted in his heart, because he knew that Aoi Hanamura had clearly realized her position.

So, he nodded with satisfaction, then waved his hand and shouted to the people of Bingdi, "Let's go! We have an important game waiting for us this afternoon! As long as we defeat our opponents, we will be able to qualify for the national competition. So, rest up, recharge your energy, and prepare for the next challenge!"

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In Hyotei's exclusive luxury car, Atobe, Ameha, Sakaki and Hanamura were sitting together, enthusiastically discussing the lineup arrangements for the match against Yamabuki Junior High School.

At this time, all the games in the morning have been successfully completed, and Yamabuki Junior High School has successfully defeated Aikun Junior High School, successfully advanced, and will have a fierce showdown with Hyotei in the group finals.

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Coach Sakaki nodded slightly, his eyes revealing unquestionable seriousness. He said in a deep voice, "This match is crucial for us. We need to secure victory in the first three games. Atobe, you and Tianyu will play doubles one and doubles two respectively. With this arrangement, we will be sure to win both doubles matches. And Akutsu, you will play singles three. No matter what opponent we face, we will be able to secure victory in the first three games."

Upon hearing this, a confident smile appeared on the corner of his mouth. He knew the coach's intention very well and understood that if he wanted to win the victory in advance, this arrangement was undoubtedly the best solution.

Yamabuki Junior High School is famous for its doubles, but its singles are very disappointing.

As for Hyotei's singles strength, as long as he avoids Sengoku, he can defeat almost anyone.

However, Tianyu was not easily convinced by the tactical layout in front of him. His gaze went beyond the current gains and losses and reached a more distant future.

He shook his head slightly, with a barely perceptible smile on his lips and a hint of determination in his eyes.

He spoke slowly, his tone calm yet remarkably powerful. "Coach, I understand you made this arrangement out of careful consideration of the situation. But allow me to offer a different perspective. I believe we shouldn't view these first three victories as hard-fought battles that must be won. Instead, we should view them as valuable opportunities for practical training."

Coach Sakaki's expression remained calm and serious, but a hint of curiosity and anticipation flickered in his eyes. "Oh? So, Tianyu, what are your thoughts on this?" His deep voice echoed in the empty car, carrying extra weight.

Tian Yu took a deep breath and continued, "Regarding the doubles pairing, I suggest that Oshitari and Mukai partner up. As for doubles one, I'm inclined to let Shishido and Feng compete. I understand that this choice may expose us to certain risks and may even lead to failure, but I believe that failure is not entirely a bad thing."

At this point, Tianyu's eyes grew incredibly deep. "The Hyotei Tennis Club has indeed achieved many brilliant results recently, but this has also caused some of our players to lose their vigilance and fighting spirit in times of prosperity. We need a real challenge, a match that might make us feel defeated and painful, to awaken the fighting spirit deep within us."

"What's more," Tianyu said, changing the subject, his tone more resolute, "our doubles team still has many shortcomings in terms of technique and coordination. Especially against a strong team like Rikkai University, if we can't identify and address these shortcomings in time, it will be difficult for us to make breakthroughs in future matches."

"Therefore, I believe that allowing them to be tested, gain experience, and even experience failure in this competition is an indispensable part of their growth. Only in this way can they truly complete their transformation and become better tennis players."

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Inside the car, the air seemed to freeze, and it fell into an indescribable, almost eerie silence.

The sunlight shines through the gaps in the car windows, scattering on everyone's face in patches, but it seems unable to dispel the heavy atmosphere.

Everyone's breathing became cautious, for fear of accidentally breaking this delicate balance.

At this time, Keigo Atobe also put away his usual flamboyance and unruliness, and a hint of solemnity appeared in his eyes.

He tilted his head slightly, looking deeply at the coach beside him, and said in a steady and powerful voice: "Coach, I think Tianyu's idea is correct. In singles, with me, Tianyu and Akutsu in charge, we will not lose no matter what the doubles results are."

Coach Sakaki was lost in deep thought at the moment. His brows were furrowed, and his eyes were filled with complex emotions.

He knew that every game was related to the honor and future of Hyotei Academy, but at the same time, he also understood that sometimes, for a greater goal, appropriate sacrifices and adjustments were necessary.

After a period of inner struggle and weighing, Coach Sakaki finally spoke slowly. Although his voice was soft, it revealed unquestionable determination: "Alright, Tianyu, Atobe, since you are so confident, I will grant you your wish. This year, Hyotei's goal is to win the national championship. For this lofty goal, why should we be overly concerned about the gains and losses of one or two games? Just go for it, and show me your true strength!"

As Coach Sakaki finished speaking, the atmosphere in the car instantly returned to peace. (Hamura Aoi: Good fellow, what about me? You didn't even ask for my opinion? Tianyu: Get out of here!)

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As the competition was about to begin, Tianyu took a step ahead and found Oshitari, Mukai, Shishido and Feng who were preparing for the competition.

Tianyu's eyes flashed with an unprecedented seriousness. He spoke slowly, his voice low and powerful, "Everyone, our next opponent is Yamabuki Junior High School. Their strength should not be underestimated, especially their doubles team, which is hailed as a national powerhouse. It will indeed be a challenge for the four of you."

These words were like a huge rock thrown into a calm lake, instantly causing ripples in the hearts of the four people.

They looked at each other and read the same emotions in each other's eyes: surprise, tension, and even a hint of imperceptible fear.

They knew what kind of competition the next game would be, but when they actually heard such a reminder, the heavy pressure still made them waver.

"Can we... really win?" This question quietly arose in the minds of the four people, but no one dared to speak it out loud.

The atmosphere suddenly became quiet again, and a few minutes passed without anyone breaking the balance.