Chapter 536: The Ramen-Loving Koizumi
They left the gymnasium, and it was already past eleven, which meant it was lunchtime.
Walking down the street, Hachiman looked at Iroha beside him. "Is there anything you feel like eating?"
"Hmm... I'm not really sure what I want to eat. Senpai, where do you usually eat? Maybe you could take me there." The girl pondered for a moment, then tossed the question back to him.
Chapter 123: Ace of the Soul
On the morning of July 28th, the day before the semifinals, the players were preparing and finalizing their strategies.
For Seidou High, this day was a bit special.
The players gathered around the pitcher's mound, noticing a raised mound in the center of the field, causing looks of surprise and confusion among them.
Only Eijun knew that this was a special training setup desig...
Chapter 122: So, Just Be Honest
Looking at such an honest Haruichi, Eijun suddenly felt that his previous worries seemed a bit unnecessary.
He could sense a subtle feeling of relief within himself.
Wasn't he just overthinking it?
He felt a bit embarrassed.
The courage, honesty, and never-give-up spirit he once had seemed to have faded a little.
A young man should have a youthful sharpness....
Chapter 121: Eijun and Haruichi
Sensen High School isn’t considered a true powerhouse. In West Tokyo, it’s more of a second-tier team. However, their fundamental training is solid, and their overall strength shouldn't be underestimated.
But...
The strength of Inashiro Industrial is even more terrifying.
Considering the progress of the tournament and the players' fatigue levels, allowing Eijun, currentl...
Chapter 120: After the Match
After Seidou High School successfully defeated Yakushi High School and advanced to the semifinals, the other quarterfinal matches in the various brackets also concluded, determining the final four teams.
The semifinalists were exactly as they were in the original story: Seidou High School, Inashiro Industrial, Sensen High School, and, surprisingly, the Tokyo Metropolitan Sakurazawa High Scho...
Chapter 535: I Would Only Do This Kind Of Thing For You, Senpai
After watching the movie, the two of them walked out of the theater.
At this point, Iroha had returned to her usual self. Stretching and shaking off the stiffness from sitting for too long, she smiled happily.
"So, Senpai, what did you think of the movie?"
"Yeah, it was quite good," Hachiman nodded.
Even though the plot was somewhat cl...
Chapter 119: A Name That Shook Tokyo
"Nice!!! Captain!!!"
"Another run!!!"
"Haha, Tetsuya, you're too reliable!!!"
"Yuuki-kun!"
"Seidou, Seidou, Seidou!"
"Keep going, keep going, Masuko-senpai!!!"
Tetsuya Yuuki's home run ignited a surge of adrenaline in Seidou High’s team, raising their momentum even further, while simultaneously extinguishing any remaining hope Yakushi High had.
Chapter 118: The Final Blow in the Battle Against Yakushi
"Yes, Miyuki-senpai!!!!"
At that moment, Eijun also showed a genuine, excited smile.
Striking out Raichi twice didn’t necessarily mean that Eijun had the absolute power to completely dominate him.
However, it did prove that Eijun had already gained the ability to go head-to-head with top-level batters.
Through these two at-bats, Eijun gai...
Chapter 117: The Ace's Resolve in the Yakushi Match
The swings became increasingly precise.
Miyuki’s eyes flickered with a serious expression; he knew that the batter in front of him was gradually adjusting his stance, aiming to find the sweet spot at the optimal moment.
Should we just walk this batter?
No, this isn’t the time to choose a walk, and Sawamura's pitches can handle this guy!
That’...
Chapter 116: The Sharp Battle in Yakushi
In the bench of Seido High School.
"It seems you’re still very composed," Chris said with a light smile.
After seeing Eijun get blown away, Chris felt a similar concern as Miyuki. It’s typical for a young person to feel this way. Eijun had been sailing smoothly through these matches recently; it was likely he could be emotionally affected after such a hit.
Howev...
Chapter 534: The Enchanting Moments in the Cinema
"Senpai, senpai, what are we going to do today?"
In fact, Hachiman wasn't too concerned about what they would do.
After all, a date typically involves the usual activities: amusement parks, watching movies, singing karaoke, having dinner...
As for whether you can take the girl to a hotel afterward, that depends on your own abilities.
"We can go anywh...
Chapter 115: Yakushi Battle - Seizing the Opening
“Ping”
“Bang!”
“Kuramochi-senpai!!”
Eijun quickly turned his head and shouted at Kuramochi, who was not far behind.
“Got it, got it, leave it to me! It’s always these troublesome balls!!” Kuramochi muttered as he swiftly moved into position, intercepting the bouncing ball. His left-handed glove reliably caught the ball.
“Sn...
Chapter 114: Yakushi Battle - A Clash of Wits
As expected.
From below, Eijun observed and subtly shook his head. Sakai-senpai was too set in his ways when it came to his batting style.
This was both a strength and a weakness.
Indeed, a strong player should stick to their style.
But a true hitter, besides having a unique style, must adapt to various environments, pitches, and pitch types, making the ...
Chapter 533: The Return of the Yuki-Hachi Duo
In the end, Hachiman agreed to Iroha’s request for a date.
Since he had already decided to be a scumbag, he wouldn’t be overly sentimental about it.
Besides, constantly pushing girls away would only lead to being labeled as a heartbreaker, which is a serious criticism and could easily get him into trouble.
After confirming the time, the two returned to the ...
Chapter 113: The Tenacious Struggle Against Yakushi
“Whoosh”
“Pop”
“Strike, batter out!!!”
“Three outs, switch sides!!!”
“Ohhhh!!! Another three up, three down!!!”
“Great pitch, Sawamura! You threw beautifully!”
“Nice job, Sawamura.”
“Perfect pitching, keep it up, Sawamura!”
“Seidou, Seidou, Seidou!”
As Eijun once again subdued t...
Chapter 112: Yakushi Battle – Equally Tenacious
The formidable presence of Yuuki imposed great pressure on Sanada.
Moreover, the Yakushi catcher was just an average player, unable to provide significant support to Sanada. In a one-on-one situation, very few pitchers at this stage can gain much advantage against Yuuki.
The trajectory of the cutter was perfectly captured.
A hit that struck the left outfie...
Chapter 532: Because You Are the Strongest Kouhai
[Don't get too excited just yet. If it turns out to be an event that only third-year students can attend, you might be happy for nothing.]
[No way, it's hard enough to find an interesting event, and not being able to participate would be really frustrating.]
[Who knows? So far, there have only been some promotional videos and photos released, but no other informat...
Chapter 111: The Thunderous Momentum in the Battle Against Yakushi
"A fastball on the inside? I never expected Sawamura-kun to be so bold in this situation," Akiko Owada remarked, covering her mouth in surprise.
"Yes, Sawamura is already a tough opponent, with his moving fastball, unique pitching style, and excellent control. There aren't many batters at Yakushi High School who can deal with him. And now, he's showing t...
Chapter 110: The Overwhelming Aura in Yakushi's Battle!
The responsibility of a pitcher is singular and unwavering: to take down the batter in front of them, serving as the first line of defense, steadfastly protecting their team's territory.
Even when facing the most formidable opponents, retreat is not an option.
With a slight rise and fall in his chest and sweat trickling from his palm, a glimmer of determinat...
Chapter 109: The Thrilling Confrontation with Yakushi
Standing on the pitcher's mound was Eijun Sawamura.
In the batter's box, exuding a wild aura, was Raichi Todoroki.
At this moment, all the spectators held their breath, eyes locked on the crucial spot at the center of the field. They knew this showdown would determine the direction of the rest of the game.
Would Seidou suppress Raichi, or would Raichi b...
Chapter 108: The Fierce Showdown with Yakushi
"Whoosh"
"Bang"
"Crack"
"Out of bounds!!!"
"With the first pitch, it's already an aggressive inside attack. Yakushi's pitcher, Shunpei Sanada, seems to be declaring his stance with this pitch, showing that his momentum is absolutely not inferior to his opponent's!!!"
The ball is heavy and carries a lot of force.
Eijun grinned, gripping the ...
Chapter 107: Sharp Edge in the Battle with Yakushi
“Whoosh”
The first pitch came as an uncompromising inside ball.
The sharp gleam sliced through the air, and on the batter's box, Watanabe's expression became serious.
In an instant, without catching the trajectory of the ball, he swung based on instinct, the inevitable result being less than ideal.
"Crack!"
Missing the timing, the contac...
Chapter 106: Clash of Titans in the Yakushi Match
In Seido High School's dugout, there was a sense of disappointment after missing the chance to score with the bases loaded.
Only a few wore solemn expressions, including Eijun, who felt helpless at this moment. Even if he knew something, expressing it wouldn't necessarily be possible.
After all, who would believe him if he did? People might even think he's crazy...
Chapter 531: The Girl Who Hasn't Given Up Yet
Looking around at the once again somewhat empty gymnasium, Yui hesitantly spoke up.
"Yukinon, should we..."
But before she could finish her sentence, she saw Yukino shake her head, and then both girls turned their attention to Hachiman.
Sensing their gaze, Hachiman sighed.
In truth, he didn't want the two of them to get involved, but since they had found...
Chapter 105: Early Appearance in the Battle Against Yakushi
Yakushi High had effectively cracked Tanba’s pitching, to the point where Coach Kataoka was considering a pitching change.
On the other side, Seidou’s batting lineup, not to be outdone, didn’t settle after scoring three runs in the first inning.
Though they failed to score in the second inning with their lower order, the third inning saw Seidou’...
Chapter 104: Back-and-Forth Struggle in the Battle Against Yakushi
"Tell Sawamura and Kawakami to start warming up."
However, the name "Furuya" wasn't called. He knew exactly what that meant.
In Coach Kataoka's mind, Furuya wasn't as reliable as Kawakami or Eijun yet.
This realization sparked a deep frustration in Furuya. His determination, his beliefs—all of it settled and buried deep within his heart i...
Chapter 530: Iroha Shock
As the melodious music began playing in the gymnasium, pairs of elegantly dressed dancers started to sway and move along with it.
Being the main characters of the dance, Hachiman and Iroha naturally stood in the center.
Although Hachiman had never formally learned to dance, his exceptional physical coordination, honed by his max-level [Physical Fitness] module, allowed him to perform with...
Chapter 103: The Flaws in the Battle Against Yakushi
"Time out!"
After receiving the umpire’s approval, Miyuki quickly ran toward the pitcher's mound.
All eyes from Seido High were now fixed on the mound, on those two figures. The heavy blow in the opening inning—how would Seido High break free from this predicament? The answer would directly affect the course of the game.
As Miyuki reached the mound, ...
Chapter 102: A Crushing Blow at the Start of the Match Against Yakushi
"Manaka, I swear I will avenge you!"
With a powerful swing and the resolve of an ace, this pitch carried the will of Tanba.
Whoosh!
The ball shot out like a flash of white light, speeding towards the batter's box.
First pitch!
Here it comes!
Standing in the batter’s box, Raichi's eyes widened, glowing red with int...
Chapter 4: The Girl with a Faint Presence
Kato Megumi, a classmate of Tomoya, is a girl whose presence is mysteriously minimal.
Because of this, Tomoya has a strong impression of her; she is the girl who is often forgotten.
Even though he sometimes sees her hanging out with other female students during breaks, she gradually fades from their memories, and she seems completely indifferent to it.
In class, it...
