Chapter 34: Shengzai Wins, Regional Champion!

"You escaped with your life, Fuji. If that ball had landed on your racket, those thin arms of yours might have been crippled.

No, perhaps this was the result of Shengzai's deliberate control. Unlike me, who only plays violent tennis, that kid is truly unfathomable."

"This match is won by Fudomine's Aunt Wenren Shengzai, score 2-0!"

Following the referee's whistle, the crowd finally snapped out of their shock.

Except for the Tachibana siblings who had already witnessed this move, everyone present, whether from Seigaku or Fudomine, was stunned.

They had all seen clearly just now that Shengzai's smash wasn't just fast and powerful; the ball had changed its trajectory in mid-air just as it was about to be hit!

"Striking the ball with the racket frame, while imparting immense destructive power, causes the force to collide within the ball, thereby affecting the surrounding airflow?"

Shengzai's "Breaking the Army" was actually somewhat similar to Tachibana Kippei's signature move, "Explosive Ball Dance."

The difference was that Shengzai's was a smash and used a two-handed grip, making the speed and power even more astonishing.

Moreover, Tachibana Kippei's "Explosive Ball Dance" created multiple ball illusions, while Shengzai's stirred the airflow, affecting the ball's flight path.

"Even if I told you to give up, you wouldn't listen, right? After all, this victory is crucial for you at Seigaku.

But likewise, our Fudomine doesn't want to lose this match either. I have no intention of destroying a tennis genius of Seigaku.

How about we make a deal? I won't use 'Breaking the Army' on you again, and in return, you won't use the 'Brown Bear Drop'."

Shengzai's words clearly stunned Fuji and the Seigaku side.

Shengzai knew very well that for Fuji's pride, making such a concession was already his absolute limit.

Besides, he was quite curious about Fuji's other moves; it would be a pity if it ended just like this.

"What is that guy Shengzai doing? Why make such a deal with the opponent?

His smash is clearly more powerful than Ishida's Power Ball; what good would it do for Fuji to receive it with those thin arms!"

"Exactly. Shengzai knows how important this match is for us at Fudomine.

The opponent is the genius Fuji Shusuke, after all. What if he loses because of this recklessness!"

Compared to the confused Seigaku, the Fudomine side was somewhat dissatisfied with Shengzai's arbitrary behavior.

Anyone with eyes could see that such a condition was disadvantageous for Fudomine.

"All of you, shut up! Shengzai has his own plans. All we need to do now is believe in him!

And do you think such a powerful smash has no side effects for Shengzai? Don't forget Ishida's Power Ball!"

Tachibana Kippei's prestige at Fudomine remained as high as ever, and under his cold shout, the Fudomine members instantly quieted down.

In the following third game, Shengzai easily took his service game with "Arashi-ga."

When it was Fuji's turn to serve again in the fourth game, to Shengzai's surprise, he broke through on the spot and used the "Vanishing Serve," which he wouldn't normally use until the Kanto Tournament.

Relying on the "Vanishing Serve," Fuji held his service game, and later, using the final of his three return shots, the "White Whale," he took another game, briefly pulling the score back to 3-2.

However, just as Fuji was showing off his various skills and Seigaku was greatly encouraged, thinking they were about to turn the tables or even win, Shengzai began to exert his true strength!

The Vanishing Serve? For Shengzai, who had practiced kendo for over a decade and had five senses sharper than ordinary people, it took only one game to easily master the ball's trajectory.

And the weakness of the so-called "White Whale" was also obvious: the ball would bounce back. It looked like a flashy skill, but in reality, it was pure dead weight.

Because as long as Shengzai could touch the ball with his racket the moment it bounced back, it would be considered a valid return under the rules.

Fuji was strong, but at this stage, he was still no match for Shengzai.

Although he had used all three return shots and the "Vanishing Serve," he ultimately lost the match 6-2, causing Seigaku to miss out on the regional championship.

"A wonderful match. I hope we can face each other again next time."

After the match ended, Shengzai took the initiative to extend his hand to Fuji, and the latter, after a moment of hesitation, also extended his right hand: "Next time, I definitely won't lose to you again."

In this match, although Fuji lost, he felt he had grown quite a bit, and he also realized that his three return shots had the potential for further evolution.

Although Seigaku lost the regional tournament, both the champion and the runner-up could advance to the city tournament, so he indeed had another chance to face Shengzai.

And Fuji believed that next time, when he fought Shengzai with his evolved three return shots, he would definitely not lose again.

"That's not necessarily true. After all, I'm not the only one who will keep getting stronger.

If we meet again, I won't lose either."

Shengzai had almost 100% confidence in his ability to defeat Fuji again.

Although the opponent was a member of the protagonist's team and his strength was increasing rapidly, he was a player with a cheat code.

Once a real big shot arrived in the "Heart Dream Space," let alone Seigaku, he, Shengzai, would dare to take on ten of the champions, Rikkaidai, all by himself.

After all, whether it was the Sword and Blade World or the Prince of Tennis World, although they were considered hot-blooded, they were ultimately at a low-martial-arts level and did not exceed the bounds of the supernatural.

If a big shot came to the "Heart Dream Space," then what he, Shengzai, would play in the future wouldn't be mere "Murder Tennis," but direct "Supernatural Tennis."

One tennis ball down, and the entire tennis court would be blown up. Just ask yourself if you're scared!

"Hey, you, the one called Aunt Wenren something, do you want to play a match with me too?"

The match between Fudomine and Seigaku was over, but the match between Shengzai and Fuji had ignited Ryoma's fighting spirit.

"Seigaku, the match is over now. If you still want to play, you can wait until we meet at the city tournament.

Besides, Shengzai just finished a match. Do you think it's fair to challenge him now?"

Facing Ryoma's challenge, before Shengzai could say anything, Tachibana Kippei had already blocked his path.

On the other side, Tezuka and the others, seeing this, also hurriedly stepped forward to apologize.

Forced by the pressure from the Seigaku seniors, Ryoma could only give up unwillingly, and after the two schools exchanged quite a few harsh words, they each left full of fighting spirit, agreeing to settle the score at the city tournament!

(End of Chapter) ===== CHAPTER 35 =====