Chapter 34: Shengzai Wins, Regional Champion!

You’ve saved my life, Fumiya—if that shot had hit your racket instead, your skinny arm might’ve been ruined.

No, maybe this was all deliberately controlled by that Shengzai guy; unlike me, who just bashes tennis with brute force, that kid is truly unfathomable.

The winner of this match is Wenren Shengzai from Budong Peak, with a score of two to zero!

With the referee’s whistle, everyone present finally snapped out of their shock.

Aside from the Ju siblings, who had already seen this move, everyone else—whether from Seishun Academy or Budong Peak—was stunned.

They all saw clearly: Shengzai’s smash wasn’t just fast or powerful—it changed trajectory midair just before the racket made contact!

“Striking the tennis ball with the racket’s frame imparts immense destructive force while causing internal shockwaves that disrupt surrounding air currents.”

Shengzai’s “Po Jun” is somewhat similar to Ju Kipin’s ultimate technique, “Explosive Ball Chaos Dance.”

The difference is that Shengzai uses a smash with both hands, making speed and power even more astonishing.

Ju Kipin’s “Explosive Ball Chaos Dance” creates multiple ball illusions, while Shengzai stirs air currents to alter the ball’s path.

“Even if I told you to surrender, you wouldn’t listen, would you? After all, this victory is crucial for Seishun Academy.”

“But equally, we at Budong Peak don’t want to lose either. I have no intention of crushing your tennis genius.”

“How about this: I won’t use ‘Po Jun’ on you again, and in return, you won’t use ‘Brown Bear Net Trap.’”

Shengzai’s words left Fumiya and everyone from Seishun Academy momentarily stunned.

Shengzai knew well: for Fumiya’s pride, this concession was already his absolute limit.

Besides, he was curious about Fumiya’s other techniques—ending it now would be a waste.

“What’s Shengzai playing at? Why make such a deal with the opponent?”

“His smash is clearly stronger than Shi Tian’s Wave Ball! Even if Fumiya catches it, what’s the point with those skinny arms?”

“Exactly! Everyone knows how vital this match is for Budong Peak—Shengzai isn’t blind to that!”

“He’s still Fumiya Zhusu, a genius! What if we lose because he’s being reckless?”

While Seishun Academy was confused, Budong Peak’s members were openly displeased with Shengzai’s unilateral decision.

Anyone with eyes could see this condition favored the opponent and hurt Budong Peak’s chances.

“All of you shut up! Shengzai has his own plan—we must trust him!”

“And that smash of his is so powerful—do you really think it has no side effects? Don’t forget Shi Tian’s Wave Ball!”

Ju Kipin’s authority at Budong Peak remained as high as ever; with his cold command, everyone fell silent.

In the third set, Shengzai easily won his service game with “Lan Ya.”

When it was Fumiya’s turn to serve in the fourth set, Shengzai was surprised: Fumiya had broken through under pressure and used the “Vanishing Serve”—a move he’d only shown at the Kanto Tournament.

With the “Vanishing Serve,” Fumiya held his serve, then won another game with three return techniques culminating in “White Whale,” bringing the score back to three-two.

Just as Fumiya was dazzling everyone with flashy moves, Seishun Academy cheering wildly, believing they were about to turn the tide—or even win—Shengzai began to unleash his true power!

“Vanishing Serve”? For Shengzai, who had trained in swordsmanship for over a decade and whose senses far surpassed ordinary people, mastering the ball’s trajectory took only one set.

As for “White Whale,” its weakness was obvious: the ball still bounced back. It looked flashy, but was essentially useless.

Because if Shengzai touched the ball the instant it bounced back, the rules deemed it a valid return.

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

Despite using all three return techniques and the “Vanishing Serve,” he ultimately lost six-two, denying Seishun Academy the regional championship.

“A splendid match. I hope we can face each other again.”

After the match, Shengzai extended his hand to Fumiya; after a brief pause, Fumiya extended his right hand and said: “Next time, I won’t lose to you again.”

Though he lost, Fumiya felt he had grown significantly and realized his three-return techniques still had room for evolution.

Though Seishun Academy lost the regional tournament, both champion and runner-up advance to the national tournament—he still had a chance to face Shengzai again.

Fumiya also believed that next time, with his evolved three-return techniques, he would not lose again.

“Not necessarily. After all, I’m not the only one who keeps growing stronger.”

“Next time we meet, I won’t lose either.”

Shengzai had nearly 100% confidence he could defeat Fumiya again.

Though Fumiya was part of the protagonist’s elite group and his power rose rapidly, Shengzai was the one with the cheat.

When the “Heart-Dream Between” finally brings a true master, he wouldn’t just face Seishun Academy—he’d take on all ten of Rikuhoudai’s top players himself.

After all, whether in the sword world or the tennis world, though they’re shounen-style, they’re still low-power realms, never crossing into the supernatural.

If a true master arrives in the “Heart-Dream Between,” Shengzai won’t be fighting mere “killing tennis”—he’ll be fighting “supernatural tennis.”

One tennis ball, and the entire court explodes—how’s that for scary?

“Hey, you—Wenren something—wanna play me too?”

The match between Budong Peak and Seishun Academy was over, but Shengzai and Fumiya’s duel had ignited Ryoma’s fighting spirit.

“Seishun Academy, the match is over. If you still want to play, wait until the national tournament.”

“Besides, Shengzai just finished his match—do you think challenging him now is fair?”

Before Shengzai could respond, Ju Kipin stepped in front of him.

Meanwhile, Tezuka and the others from Seishun Academy hurried forward to apologize.

Under the pressure of Seishun Academy’s upperclassmen, Ryoma reluctantly gave up. After exchanging harsh words, both schools departed, brimming with determination to settle it all at the national tournament!

(End of Chapter)