The Prince of Tennis, Talent Replication

Ruthless!!

Looking from bottom to top,

Genichiro Sanada's gaze was like a sharp sword.

Three parts resentment, seven parts domineering spirit!

Yuushi Oshitari's high lob was so deliberate that anyone could see it was intentionally provocative.

How could Genichiro Sanada possibly tolerate this, especially at this critical juncture?

Can you tolerate it? No, you can't!

The fierce sprint, the pig-like charge, and the high leaps created a spectacle that left onlookers in awe.

"They're being too lax!"

Genichiro Sanada suddenly roared, the force of which was visibly explosive.

"Bang!"

That ball, like a bullet leaving the barrel, instantly escaped the smoke, leaving a ring of air in the sky.

"Uh~"

Yuushi Oshitari had never seen such an unstoppable force before. He was filled with awe and his muscles were on high alert.

"Sizzle sizzle sizzle sizzle~"

The ball spun wildly on his racket, as if trying to destroy it completely. Yuushi Oshitari felt the strain on his arm, as if it were saying, "Save me, save me!"

"Snapped!"

A whirlwind flashed by.

Yuushi Oshitari turned his back to the other end of the tennis court and made a wing-spreading gesture.

"..."

"Fifteen to zero!"

Genichiro Sanada suddenly turned his head to look at the ball that had rolled to his feet without him noticing.

His brows furrowed deeply.

They actually let that Hyotei guy take a point from them.

This may seem harmless to Genichiro Sanada on the surface, but it is actually fatal. If possible, he even thought about beating Seiichi Yukimura 6-0, but he couldn't do it.

Hyotei failed to score a single point, while Hyotei managed to take a point from Genichiro Sanada.

These are completely different concepts.

Losing a point in a match before the start of the Kanto Tournament, or even before the finals of the Metropolitan Tournament, is not a big deal.

but,

Because of that man, everything changed.

That man named Natsume Tsukiya, it is said, did not lose a single point in past battles.

Genichiro Sanada, as the captain of Rikkai University,

The opponent was still a member of Hyotei.

In this situation,

If you don't show any disdain, then everything is fine.

Unfortunately,

Genichiro Sanada knew very well that he needed to respond strongly to his own disregard, and that response was to not concede a single point in this match!

......

On the field, mortals are...

Those pairs of eyes,

All you can see are the actions and expressions of the two players, and the basic situation of the match.

No one could know what was going on in the minds of the two people on the field.

But they saw it.

After that shot, Genichiro Sanada's expression inexplicably changed drastically.

His two sword-like eyebrows were twisted into a pretzel shape, and his brows were furrowed into a deep frown.

A terrifying aura emanated from the soles of Sanada Genichiro's feet, spreading and enveloping his entire body, obscuring the true state of his eyes beneath his hat brim.

"Tap tap tap!"

Yuushi Oshitari scores a goal.

He was naturally pleased, but seeing Sanada Genichiro's sudden change in demeanor, he was puzzled but dared not be arrogant.

"Bang!"

The ball was fired with considerable force.

They were now on high alert, preparing to face the fierce counterattack that Sanada Genichiro was about to launch.

"Its speed is like the wind!"

"Snapped!"

Almost instantaneous

Before Yuushi Oshitari could even think, the sound entered his eardrums.

This blow was like a slap in the face, so loud and clear.

The entire room fell silent.

"Wow, that's amazing!"

"Sanada, so you're finally using your ultimate move? Wind, Forest, Fire, Mountain, Lightning."

"This is the first time Sanada has used the Furinkazan Rai technique in this national tournament so far."

"So, it seems that Oshitari from Hyotei also put a lot of pressure on him."

"Fifteen to fifteen!"

......

Yuushi Oshitari did not quite agree with those minor discussions.

The pressure, the pressure is all self-imposed by Sanada, is he putting pressure on the other party?

However, Sanada is really acting strangely.

What Genichiro Sanada was thinking was naturally unknown to outsiders.

He will absolutely not give Yuushi Oshitari a second chance to score, it's that simple!

"Bang!"

"Bang!"

.....

In the next few shots, Genichiro Sanada demonstrated his slow, steady, aggressive, and thunderous style to Yuushi Oshitari.

Before the phrases "immovable as a mountain" and "knowing difficulties as the shadows" could even be used, the competition was already over.

"Match ended! Rikkai's Sanada team wins, score 6-0!!"

Genichiro Sanada held his racket horizontally in front of his abdomen, staring coldly at Hyotei, waiting for the referee to announce the final result.

"Rikkai University, Rikkai University, Rikkai University!"

The momentum of Rikkai University surged instantly, with cheers drowning out the entire stadium.

Genichiro Sanada's overwhelming dominance in this game instantly reversed the situation from defeat.

How could Rikkai University not be overjoyed?

"As expected of Rikkai University's three giants."

Guan Yuechu praised him lavishly, but her tone was somewhat sinister.

"Sanada completely overwhelmed Hyotei, leaving them utterly helpless," Akazawa Yoshiro said.

Inoue Mamoru stood there, stunned, speechless, thinking to himself:

"Sanada, this man known as the Emperor of Rikkai, single-handedly reversed the situation where Rikkai was suppressed by Hyotei... However, with Yukimura absent from Rikkai, they are now trailing Hyotei 1-2. Even if they can win the second singles match, what about the first singles match after that...?"

Inoue Mamoru was filled with doubt.

In his mind, he had already ranked Natsume Tsukiya as a super rising star far surpassing Atobe Keigo. Now that Sanada Genichiro has appeared at Rikkai University, who can be confident of defeating Natsume Tsukiya?

"I heard that Natsume Tsukiya from Hyotei injured his ankle?"

Tan Taichi, who was holding a notebook next to him, suddenly spoke up, his tone particularly heavy.

"oh....."

This fact vividly entered everyone's minds—

Natsume Tsukiya injured his ankle.

Even Inoue Mamoru, who was in charge of reporting, was so engrossed in the exciting match that he forgot about this fact.

The atmosphere around them became heavy again.

"snort!"

Only Akutsu spat out a mouthful of disdain.

He was the person involved.

He knew better than anyone whether Natsume Tsukiya was injured or not.

However, he just smiled and didn't say a word, so no one dared to speak up. After all, this guy could give you a hard time at any time and wouldn't tolerate you bossing him around.

Sengoku was quite confused, thinking to himself:

"Judging from Akutsu's expression, there seems to be a serious problem, but what exactly is going on?"

-

"Yushi, you're so embarrassing."

Ryo Mido smiled, his face showing a relaxed and unconcerned expression.

"Mido, shut up. Have you forgotten about your relationship with Tachibana Kippei?"

Yuushi Oshitari showed no sign of frustration; on the contrary, he seemed quite satisfied.

"However, Yuushi, that Sanada seems to value you quite a bit," Mukahi Gakuto said with a smile.

"That's right."

Ootori Chotaro continued:

"Sanada seems particularly serious. We've seen his videos before, and he wasn't like this at all."

"....."

Yuushi Oshitari looked over and saw that guy standing with his arms crossed, giving a speech to Rikkai University.

As for taking it seriously, Yuushi Oshitari had no idea what was wrong with that guy, relentlessly pursuing him. He figured he'd better not run into him again.

There was absolutely no enjoyable experience.

"The singles match between Hyotei Academy and Rikdai Affiliated Middle School, number two, is about to begin. Please prepare yourselves."

The same sales pitch

The sound resonated throughout the entire venue.

On Rikkai University's side, amidst the intense gazes of everyone, a tall man with squinting eyes stepped forward.

"It's Liu Lian'er," one of the members of Fudomine exclaimed in surprise.

"It's said that this person's motto is not to lose a single ball," said Tachibana Kippei.

"This Renji Yanagi is also known as one of the three giants of Rikkai University, the other two being Seiichi Yukimura and Genichiro Sanada," Kyosuke Uchimura said.

Akira Kamio:

"Doesn't that mean it's really amazing?"

"It is said that he can even defeat his opponents by analyzing their data, earning him the title of one of Rikkai's three giants; he is by no means an ordinary person."

Tachibana Kippei said heavily, turning to look at Hyotei:

"I wonder who Hyotei will send out."

"Captain Tachibana, why don't we go ask Mr. Inoue for a copy of the competition schedule?" Kamio Akira suggested.

"No need," Jujuhei shook his head.

.....

"Hiyoshi!"

"yes!"

Shintaro glanced at Natsume Tsukiya and gave orders to Hiyoshi Waka.

In Hyotei's team, Hiyoshi Wakashi wasn't particularly special; overall, Akutagawa Jiro was stronger than Hiyoshi Wakashi.

Shintaro was well aware of this.

Why did Natsume Tsukiya place Hiyoshi Wakaba in the second singles position?

Shintaro harbored deep doubts.

but,

Since Natsume Tsuki could also guarantee Hyotei's victory, he didn't need to ask any more questions.

This match might provide the answer I'm looking for.

-

Liu Lian Er turned his head away, still squinting, but you could sense the expression on his face when he didn't open his eyes.

Renji Yanagi didn't know much about the people at Hyotei.

His tennis statistics are vastly different from those of Sadaharu Inui. Compared to him, Inui is like comparing heaven and earth.

Qianzhen governs everything, big or small, and has a database of information on both famous and unknown players.

Liu Lian'er, however, did not.

Newcomers like Hiyoshi Wakashi won't be on his list.

There aren't many people from Hyotei who would make it onto his list.

Therefore,

The moment I saw such a person,

His brows furrowed.

Natsume Tsuki is too eye-catching.

Renji Yanagi thought that even if Natsume Tsuki didn't appear in Singles 3, he would at least appear in Singles 2, but he didn't.

"A newcomer?!"

This was Yanagi Renji's first instinct.

I felt a little uncomfortable, but that's about it.

It's not like we haven't faced such vulnerable newcomers before; we do encounter them quite often when it comes to playing a full five matches.

this game,

In the end, it was just Rikkai going through the motions, only they lost the first two matches.

This,

No matter who comes, it cannot change the fact that Rikkai is going to win.

"Rikkai University's Renji Yanagi serves in the singles match between Rikkai University's Renji Yanagi and Hyotei's Renji!"

The two players had already chosen their sides for the serve, and the referee then announced their names.

"Kirihara, isn't that Hiyoshi Wakashi, the guy you went toe-to-toe with in the rookie tournament?"

Rikkai University has a lot of inquiries.

"That's all in the past."

In the past, when Kirihara Akaya was in a good mood, he would have glossed over the situation with a smile, but at this moment, his tone was full of indignation:

Don't compare me to that kind of person.

How many great generals have been defeated by their own hands?

Kirihara Akaya no longer acknowledges the past.

Now, he fears no one except the Big Three.

People always bring up old issues, and Kirihara Akaya believes this is a stain that needs to be washed away.

If there is an opportunity,

He must get it back tenfold.

Some people from Rikkai University originally wanted to mention Natsume Tsukiya, but they were afraid that if they brought up someone like Kirihara Akaya who hated evil, he would hold a grudge and have a relapse, so they kept it to themselves.

"Tap tap tap!"

The tennis ball bounces back and forth, just like Rikkai University's fluctuating emotions.

Although Sanada won back a point with overwhelming force, Yanagi Renji was not feeling much better.

Given Rikkai's strength, they shouldn't afford to lose even a single point.

I got angrier and angrier the more I thought about the two doubles matches.

Liu Lianji gripped the ball, squinted, and tossed it high into the air.

"Rikkai's three-peat is flawless!"

"Bang!"

"Fifteen to zero!"

"Serve and score! Rikkai's Renji Yanagi is definitely no ordinary player."

"Hyotei's Hiyoshi is completely caught off guard. Is this another one-sided stomp?"

.....

"Bang!"

"Thirty to zero!"

"Bang!"

"40 to 0!"

...

The consecutive scores sparked a flurry of discussion among the initially hopeful crowd:

"Hiyoshi Wakashi, why would you let such a rookie play? He's a rookie, isn't he? This is a match against Rikkai! Letting a rookie play shows a lot of disrespect for our opponent, doesn't it?"

"I thought there would be some extraordinary performance, but it turns out it's not some secret weapon, just an ordinary rookie."

"In that case, the outcome of this match is no longer in doubt, right?"

...

Rikkai University side—

"Renji won't need his intelligence capabilities at all; the outcome of this match is already a foregone conclusion."

"Did that opponent really defeat Kirihara?"

"Not defeat, but..."

"Anyway, he doesn't seem to be in a hurry at all."

-

Genichiro Sanada turned his head and glanced across the room, his gaze still fixed on Tsukiya Natsume, thinking to himself:

"No matter how hard you try, the gap in ability is undeniable!"

Liu Lian'er fought very smoothly.

Everyone could see that the difference in their abilities was quite obvious.

There's no need to guess at all.

"The people from Hyotei don't seem worried at all."

Tan Taichi said in disbelief:

"Akuzu-senpai?"

"Tch." Akutsu didn't answer.

Inoue Mamoru stared blankly at Natsume Tsukiya and said:

"That's because they're absolutely certain of winning."

"A sure thing to win?" This first-year student from Yamabuki was nine-tenths puzzled.

"Yes, in the confirmed lineup, Hyotei's Natsume Tsukiya is undoubtedly the number one singles player and will be the one to decide the winner."

Inoue Mamoru's thoughts and words were the same.

Guan Yuechu said:

"That guy, because he's so confident of victory, he's treating both the singles match against number three and the singles match against number two as training exercises? Hmph, what a willful guy."

"Training troops?" Tan Taiyi was still puzzled.

Sengoku Kiyosumi:

"Taiichi, haven't you realized it yet? Hyotei's actions show that they absolutely trust that new captain for the final match."

"Oh?" Tanta looked over.

"Game Tatekai Oyanagi Renji, the score is one to zero!"

A ball flashed by,

Renji Yanagi of Rikkai University successfully scored the first point.

Hiyoshi Waka remained completely calm, his lips tightly pursed, and his breathing remained steady as he walked straight to the other side.