Chapter 216: The Perfect Form in Seihou's Battle
Top of the 7th inning, Seihou High's attack.
Batting fourth, third baseman, Sano Shuuzou.
With a towering physique, a menacing aura, and a ferocious grin, Seihou's cleanup hitter, Sano Shuuzou, stepped into the batter's box.
Wielding his fearsome metal bat and exuding the presence of an absolute ruler of the field, he drew every pair of eyes in the stadium.
His sheer presence commanded respect, and an invol...
2024-12-08 11:36:27 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 215: The Tightly-Paced Battle Against Seihou
With a two-run lead secured, Seidou High School's defense became even more assertive, and Eijun’s pitching displayed an overwhelming dominance with each throw.
Top of the 5th Inning: Seihou’s Offense
Seihou High School's sixth batter took an aggressive approach right from the first pitch.
Adjusting their tactics in this inning, Seihou abandoned their earlier strategy of cautious observation.
After lo...
2024-12-07 11:58:57 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 214: Crushing Momentum
"The hit-and-run!? Is Seidou aiming that high!?"
As his peripheral vision caught the movements of Eijun and his teammate on base, Misaki's expression changed drastically.
Meanwhile, Narakoshi had no choice but to proceed with his motion; otherwise, it would result in a balk.
Forced to slightly adjust the trajectory of the pitch, Narakoshi aimed to push the ball toward the outer edge, turning it into a bait pitch.
If they cou...
2024-12-07 11:58:28 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 562: Sibling Rivalry, Hachiman's Gain
"Please, Miss Haruno."
Seeing Hachiman extend his hand, Haruno hesitated for a moment but eventually placed her hand in his.
"Then, I'll be counting on you, Hikigaya-kun."
At this point, there was no room for her to refuse. Even if it was just for show in front of her mother, she decided to go along with it.
Haruno believed that with Yukino watching from the side, Hachiman wouldn't dare act improperly.
How...
2024-12-07 11:57:04 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 561: Has Yukino Changed Her Personality?
Not long after, as the song ended, Hachiman and Yukino stopped dancing.
Seeing this, Mrs. Yukinoshita gave her eldest daughter a meaningful glance.
Although she was somewhat unwilling, Haruno couldn’t defy her mother’s wishes. Swaying her graceful figure, she walked elegantly toward the pair.
Meanwhile, on Hachiman's side, although the dance had ended, his hand remained resting on Yukino's waist.
Looking a...
2024-12-07 11:55:36 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 213: Seidou's Fierce Assault Against Seihou
The infield defense shifted to guard the middle, while the outfield positioned themselves to prevent long hits.
This batter from Seidou High School was their most well-rounded hitter, leaving no room for carelessness.
On Seihou’s side, Coach Nishidera maintained a solemn expression as he directed the defensive strategy.
Seihou’s fielders moved into position, knowing the situation—a runner on second with onl...
2024-12-06 11:32:38 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 212: Seidou Strikes Back
The confidence in his words revealed the strong presence of Sano Shuuzou, the cleanup hitter.
Coach Nishidera nodded in satisfaction.
This was the Sano Shuuzou they could rely on, the absolute cleanup hitter for Seihou High School.
“Don’t get careless, and don’t lose focus. The momentum of the game hasn’t truly shifted to the other side. Hold the defense, look for opportunities! We didn’t come here just to make memories. ...
2024-12-06 11:32:10 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 211: The Clash Against Seihou - The Ace's Intimidation
Five-Seam Fastball.
Eijun's signature pitch, reserved for crucial moments.
Against Seihou’s cleanup hitter, Sano Shuuzou, Miyuki had no intention of holding back.
"Fwoosh!"
The piercing glint of the fastball reflected in Sano’s eyes as he tracked it.
A slightly inside pitch—this was a ball he couldn’t afford to let go.
"Swoosh!"
With a decisive swing, Sano launched ...
2024-12-05 11:49:29 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 210: The Battle of Kings - Seihou's Clash
"Boom!"
An overwhelming aura, a ferocious expression, and the crackling sound of the bat slicing through the air echoed across the stadium, sending chills down the spines of everyone in attendance.
It was a stark contrast to the restrained, explosive power displayed by Seidou’s captain, Yuuki.
Seihou High's cleanup hitter, Sano Shuuzou, was like a ticking time bomb—ready to explode at any given moment.
A...
2024-12-05 11:48:57 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 209: Entering the Battle Against Seihou
"Whoosh!"
Thud!
"Strike! Batter out! Three outs! Side retired!"
At the plate, Seihou High’s second batter could only watch in frustration as his third swing missed, resulting in a strikeout.
Defeated, he left the batter's box.
The pitcher’s performance had become increasingly steady.
With his blazing fastballs consistently landing in the strike zone while staying low, it wasn’t impossible ...
2024-12-04 12:37:00 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 208: A Temporary Balance in the Battle of Seihou
"Damn it, this is trouble."
Misaki’s face turned grim, and in the dugout, Nishidera, the Seihou High coach, also looked less than pleased.
A runner on first base and a runner on third base are two completely different scenarios.
Currently, Seidou High's best batting lineup was at the plate, and to make matters worse, there were no outs.
This placed Seihou High in an awkward position.
Even t...
2024-12-04 12:36:32 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 560: Mrs. Yukinoshita's Grand Investment
When Yukino walked over, Hachiman had just finished a dance with Saki.
Being held so intimately around the waist by Hachiman caused a faint blush to spread across Saki’s face.
So close… And Hachiman’s hands are so warm. It feels so reassuring.
If only this moment could last forever...
Just as the girl was lost in her thoughts, a cool, clear voice interrupted her reverie.
“Hachiman. Kawasaki-san....
2024-12-04 12:34:51 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 207: Eijun's Advance in the Battle Against Seihou
No outs, runner on first. A strategic decision loomed—should they adopt a balanced defensive positioning or aim to secure the out with a sacrifice bunt?
The moment Eijun stepped into the batter's box, he glanced back at the dugout.
Coach Kataoka lightly stroked his chin, signaling his decision.
Eijun’s lips curved into a subtle, confident smile.
Free hitting.
That was Coach Kataoka's inst...
2024-12-03 11:38:33 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 206: Seidou's Counterattack in the Battle Against Seihou
Top of the Second Inning: Seihou's attack yields just one run.
The entire nation was taken aback by the outcome.
In Seihou's dugout, Coach Nishidera wore an expression of mild surprise.
He hadn’t expected much from a mere first-year rookie.
Yet, even after conceding a home run to their cleanup hitter, Sano Shuuzou, the pitcher had managed to hold his ground on the mound, staunchly taking do...
2024-12-03 11:38:06 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 205: The Battle of Seihou – Unyielding Determination
"Ohhhhhh!!! Amazing, Shuuzou!"
"Haha, as expected of our cleanup hitter! I knew you’d pull it off!"
"Sano-kun, that was so cool!"
"That’s Seihou’s swing! This is the powerhouse Seihou High!"
"Shuuzou-kun, beautiful hit!"
With his triumphant right hand raised high, Sano’s confident stride around the bases was met with thunderous cheers from Seihou High's bench and cheering section. ...
2024-12-02 12:27:29 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 204: The Battle of Seihou – The Name is Shuuzo Sano!
Top of the Second Inning: Seihou High School's Offense
Fourth Batter, Third Baseman: Shuuzou Sano.
The most acclaimed batter of the current generation—Shuuzou Sano.
The moment this young man stepped onto the field, an unmistakable sense of overwhelming pressure radiated from him.
On the pitcher's mound, even Furuya could feel the icy chill emanating from Sano, like the frigid winds of winter p...
2024-12-02 12:26:55 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 559: Haruno's Subtle Schemes
"Ah..."
Hearing the soft moan from the girl, Hachiman revealed a smug smile.
However, he didn't push things further, merely maintaining the flow of "holy light" through his hands.
The waves of sensation coursing through Yumiko quickly broke down her defenses again, drawing a series of alluring murmurs from her lips.
"Mm... ah... uh... mm..."
Fortunately, the music masked the sounds, and Yumiko's voice was naturally...
2024-12-02 12:25:23 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 203: Clash of the Seihou Battle
"Clang!!"
A sharp and explosive sound rang out, causing Tano's expression at the batter's box to subtly change.
A fastball straight down the middle?!
"Whoosh!"
"Bang!"
"Foul ball!"
The powerful vibration that traveled through his palm and the piercing pain it brought made Yamaguchi keenly aware of just how terrifying Furuya's pitching power was.
If only the pitcher before him had even a bit more c...
2024-12-01 13:03:43 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 202: The Battle Against Seihou Begins
Third Base Side, Seihou High School Dugout.
Coach Nishidera Yuu watched Seidou High School take the field for defense. His red nose twitched slightly as he studied the figure standing on the pitcher’s mound—Furuya. A probing expression appeared on his face.
"To think Coach Kataoka would send this power pitcher to the mound. I thought he'd start with that lefty instead. It seems that Coach Kataoka is young not just in appea...
2024-12-01 13:02:56 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 201: Seidou Vs. Seihou
Near Hanshin Koshien, in a spacious training area, Seidou High’s team was warming up before their match.
As the second game of the day, they would head to the stadium as soon as the first game concluded.
Eijun was jogging and warming up while listening to a live broadcast of the first game, Komadai Fujimaki versus Hakuryuu High, through his earphones.
When he heard about Komadai Fujimaki’s cleanup hitter smashing a decisive home...
2024-11-30 10:47:26 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 200: On the Field
When Coach Kataoka shifted his gaze to Furuya and made the announcement, the reaction among those present was telling.
Most displayed a hint of surprise, while only a select few—such as Rei Takashima, Chris, and Miyuki—remained calm and collected.
Even Yuuki's pupils briefly reflected astonishment. Generally, the consensus had been that Eijun would start this match.
From every angle—be it form, skill, or overall ability—Eijun see...
2024-11-30 10:46:59 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 558: Yumiko Gets Trained Again
Wrapping his arm around the girl's soft waist, Hachiman couldn't help but feel his thoughts wander for a moment.
However, now wasn’t the time for that. Guiding her with steady movements, the two began to sway gently to the rhythm of the music.
Surrounded by people dressed in elegant formal attire, Hachiman and Yui, still in their school uniforms, stood out as a bit plain.
However, Yui didn’t mind the lack of a fancy dress...
2024-11-30 10:45:02 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 199: Preparation and Decision
The matters concerning Komadai Fujimaki High School were soon left behind by Seidou High School's players.
Because the list of their next opponent had been revealed, and it was a formidable one.
So formidable, in fact, that no one on the Seidou team had the time or energy to think about Komadai Fujimaki High School anymore.
This time, their opponent was Seihou High School—one of the most widely acknowledged strongest teams t...
2024-11-29 11:02:56 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 198: The Terrifying Power of the Dark Horse
While Seidou High and various other schools were steadily preparing for their next matches, a dark horse from the northern lands—a storm originating in the north—swept through Hanshin Koshien Stadium, Nishinomiya City, Hyogo Prefecture, and even captivated the entire nation of Japan.
Representing South Hokkaido, the northern powerhouse Komadai Fujimaki High School delivered a shocking performance.
In the second round...
2024-11-29 11:01:13 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 557: Let’s Dance Together
"Senpai, what do you think? Should we hold the ball again next year?"
"Next year?" Hachiman raised an eyebrow at her suggestion.
"Next year, it’ll be my turn to graduate. If there’s going to be a ball, it’ll be you organizing it for me."
"Ah, without Senpai’s help, there’s no way I could pull it off!" Iroha whined, putting on her best pout.
"That won’t do, Iroha. You can’t rely on me forever. People have to g...
2024-11-29 10:58:05 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 197: A Discussion Between Two
Eijun didn’t bring up the topic as a distraction; his thoughts were genuine.
Miyuki, too, wanted to explore the issues around pitching and pitch selection further.
In yesterday’s game, when Eijun reached his peak condition, he felt a sense of control unlike before.
This new awareness gave him a deeper understanding of his pitching, further enhancing his control.
"So, you’re thinking of adjusting your stance?" Miy...
2024-11-28 10:05:07 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 196: Post-Match Tidbits
The second round came to an end, and Seidou High School secured their second victory with a dominating performance.
While the national audience marveled at Seidou's consistently powerful batting lineup, most of the attention was focused on the standout player of the match—a first-year left-handed pitcher, Sawamura Eijun.
This match marked the true beginning of Eijun's emergence into the public eye.
Baseball fans across the nation...
2024-11-28 10:04:32 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 195: The Curtain Falls
Seven innings pitched, three hits allowed, no walks, and no runs conceded.
In addition, Eijun contributed offensively with a hit and two RBIs.
Against Yokohama Kouhoku Academy, Eijun's performance was nothing short of perfection.
To be honest, it wasn’t just Yokohama Kouhoku’s side or the tens of thousands of spectators in the stadium who were surprised—even Seidou High's team and Eijun himself were taken aback.
Eijun be...
2024-11-27 10:54:15 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 194: The Tough Battle Against Yokohama Kouhoku Academy
Miyuki's home run was just that—a catalyst that caused Yokohama Kouhoku Academy's ace, Ino, who was already mentally shaken, to completely collapse. From the moment of that home run, Seidou High School launched another fierce offensive.
The 7th batter, Sakai Ichirou, hit a single to right field.
When it was Eijun's turn to bat, he capitalized on Ino's fastball.
Whether it was due to Ino's shaken ment...
2024-11-27 10:53:24 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 556: No Flirting Under My Watch
With the tasks assigned, everyone dispersed to their respective duties.
Hachiman made his way backstage and began checking the equipment.
“Ahem... testing, testing... one, two, testing…”
After finishing the microphone check, Hachiman gave an "OK" hand signal toward Iroha in the control room.
Iroha cheerfully returned the gesture with an "OK" of her own.
But she didn’t stop there.
The girl playful...
2024-11-27 10:50:40 +0000 UTC
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