Chapter 57: Clash on the Field
Eijun was surprised to see Miyuki hit a double with no runners on base. It was hard to believe.
In the original storyline, Miyuki’s batting skills were inconsistent before his third year. As a third-year, he was an axiom of the team as the cleanup hitter, undeniably the best hitter on the team. But before that, he was known for being clutch with runners on but often floundered with no one on base, going down swinging nine out of ten times.
2024-09-19 03:12:25 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 56: Step by Step Strategy
"Whoosh"
"Pop"
"Strike, batter out, three outs, switch sides!!!"
With an outside pitch, Eijun managed to get out Kiryu High’s ninth batter, finally ending their aggressive attack in the second inning.
Though the scoreboard brightly displayed "1," reminding everyone of the run that had been scored.
Eijun couldn't entirely prevent the run in this inning—having runners on second and third made it quite challenging. A...
2024-09-19 03:10:52 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 55: Understanding Oneself
"Timeout!!"
In this situation, at home plate, Miyuki decisively called for a timeout and jogged towards the pitcher's mound.
"I'm sorry, Miyuki-senpai."
Eijun wiped the sweat from his forehead, showing a hint of frustration as he watched Miyuki approaching.
"That pitch missed; it didn’t go where I intended."
"You know," to Eijun's surprise, Miyuki wore a slight smile, gently patting Eijun on the shoulder with a rela...
2024-09-17 23:25:03 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 54: Battle!
"Haha, perfectly timed hit!!!!"
"A textbook cleanup hitter, Tetsu!"
"Great job, Yuuki!"
"Excellent start, captain. You're so reliable."
This batter is an extraordinary presence!!!!!!
In the dugout, Coach Matsumoto wore a serious expression, thinking that they must avoid facing him recklessly.
Tetsu's timely hit gave Seidou High momentum, momentarily suppressing Kiryu High. However, it was clear that Kiryu would not let Seido...
2024-09-17 23:21:28 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 516: Mrs. Yuigahama Watching Her Son-in-law
As Mrs. Yuigahama was observing Hachiman, he was also aware of her presence.
Her long flaxen hair was tied up in a bun, and her reddish-brown eyes shimmered with a gentle and soft light.
She wore a light yellow high-neck wool sweater and blue skinny jeans, a simple outfit that accentuated her curvaceous figure perfectly.
Her bust was more ample than her daughter's, and from Hachiman's estimation, it was about the ...
2024-09-17 23:04:31 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 53: The First Collision
“Whoosh”
“Crack”
“Strike, batter out, three outs, switch sides!!!”
“Wow, Sawamura actually got a three-up, three-down in the first inning against Osaka Kiryu!?”
“Wow, he really is a top performer in the second string.”
“And his control seems to have improved recently. If he faced Furuya now, he might perform even better.”
“But don’t you think Sawamura looks a bit stiff?”
“Ha...
2024-09-17 00:39:32 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 52: Opening Game Debut
"Oh, Sawamura is the starting pitcher today?"
"Yeah, Sawamura has been performing quite well in the second string. This is probably Coach Kataoka giving him a chance."
"I heard there are four practice matches this weekend, with each of the four pitchers set to pitch a game."
"Really?"
"Yeah, that's what they're saying. It might even be tied to the jersey number decisions."
"A practice game to decide the ace number? That...
2024-09-17 00:38:48 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 51: Osaka Kiryu
The next day dawned clear and bright.
On such a beautiful day, Seidou High School was preparing for its final training camp event before the summer tournament: practice matches against four other high schools.
At Seidou's dedicated baseball field, known as Field A, the surroundings were bustling with people. As soon as news spread about the weekend practice games at Seidou High, everyone who could make it had gathered. Each person had an eager exp...
2024-09-15 23:53:51 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 50: The Upcoming Battle
Osaka Kiryu is a powerhouse team from Osaka, often a consistent winner at Koshien, having claimed summer and spring championships, runner-up positions, and reaching the semifinals and quarterfinals over a dozen times. Last summer, they pushed the champion team to the brink, losing by just one point in the final. Their formidable strength made them an intimidating opponent in Coach Kataoka's lineup for the practice matches.
Inashiro Industrial and ...
2024-09-15 23:50:12 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 515: Meeting the Parents Once Again
As Komachi walked into the exam hall, both Yukino and Yui couldn't help but feel nervous.
Even though they weren't the ones taking the exam, it was reassuring to know that the one being tested was their future sister-in-law; how could they not be worried?
Moreover, Sobu High is considered one of Chiba's top high schools, making it quite challenging to get accepted.
While the two were silently praying for Komachi, Hachiman...
2024-09-15 23:43:44 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 49: Eijun's Dilemma
The fatigue from the training camp, combined with the ongoing school semester and the pressure of final exams, weighed heavily on Eijun. But what concerned him the most was the issue with Tanba, leaving him feeling both mentally and physically exhausted.
The upcoming event, just two days away, left Eijun feeling conflicted and troubled.
Should he try to prevent the issue with Tanba? Of course, he should. What? Wonder if Tanba getting injured op...
2024-09-14 23:39:26 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 48: The Upcoming Event
"Practice games? In the last two days?"
In the cafeteria, after a grueling day of training, the Seidou High School baseball team gathered for their meal. A new piece of news circulated among them: Coach Kataoka had decided to announce the schedule for their final practice games. As expected, the information was well-timed, particularly for Miyuki and the others.
It was already known that the summer training camp would end with a series of e...
2024-09-14 23:37:12 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 47: The Beginning of Summer
"Eijun, I got your message! I heard you've made it into the first string, and we're all so happy for you. As expected, you're really amazing, Eijun, and we always believed in you. Even after you left, we didn’t give up on baseball. Although Shin and the others sometimes mention how they miss you and feel a bit lonely without you, it's still our shared dream. We're all looking forward to seeing you on the stage at Koshien wearing the Seido uniform. ...
2024-09-13 23:44:49 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 46: An Unlikely Event!
"Ping"
"Whoosh"
A bright streak shot quickly across the outfield sky.
Eijun kept his eyes on the bright ball above while sprinting swiftly. Despite putting in all his effort, the speed of the ball still caught him off guard. As he attempted to judge its landing spot, Eijun gritted his teeth and made a desperate leap, extending his right hand.
He missed the ball by quite a distance.
"Swish"
The light narrowly avoi...
2024-09-13 23:41:28 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 514: What is the Spirit of Craftsmanship?
On the second day of the Chocolate Making Festival, Valentine's Day arrives.
The entire Sobu High School is filled with a romantic atmosphere, with couples exchanging chocolates everywhere. Yesterday was merely a warm-up; today marks the official start of Valentine's Day.
Due to the declining birthrate in Japan, high schools typically do not have explicit policies against dating, but neither do they encourage it. Most scho...
2024-09-13 23:35:26 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 45: First String!
In the evening, at Seidou High School's indoor training facility, nearly a hundred members of Seidou High School stood solemnly inside. A few female managers also stood quietly at the side.
At the front were Seidou's three key figures—Coach Kataoka, Manager Ota, and Takashima Rei.
Everyone knew exactly why they had gathered here tonight.
Especially the members of the second string, each of them struggling to contain their anticipation, e...
2024-09-12 23:10:52 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 44: After the Rain Comes the Clear Skies
“Whoosh!”
“Thud!”
“Strike! Batter is out! The game is over!”
“Line up!”
“Salute!”
“Thank you for the match!!!”
In the center of the pitcher’s mound, as Eijun secured the final out against Kokushikan and the triumphant cheers from both teams rang out, this practice match came to a close.
Seidou's second string fought hard through nine innings, ultimately winning th...
2024-09-12 23:07:00 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 513: The Chocolate War
After leaving the Kawasaki sisters, Hachiman made his way over to Iroha.
Seeing him approach, the mischievous girl excitedly presented her finished chocolates, looking for praise.
"Look, senpai! My chocolates are done!"
Glancing at the petal-shaped chocolates in her hand, Hachiman nodded in approval. If judged purely by appearance, Iroha’s chocolates were definitely above average. But he couldn’t help but wonder how they tasted....
2024-09-12 23:01:15 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 43: The Youth Does Not Give Up
What exactly are you doing?
"No, I've completely given up..."
"But you're the ace, the fourth batter! We promised to go to that sacred place together!"
"What does it matter to say that now?"
"What is your dream? Are you really willing to give up everything like this?"
"Are you going to let that guy's promise lead you to live three years in mediocrity?"
"I..."
"Remember, your name is Zaizen Naoyuki, ...
2024-09-12 00:31:23 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 42: Fearless is the Name of Youth
"Haha, what a feisty look you have, kid. Just wait, I'm gonna make you cry in no time!"
In the batter's box, Zaizen lightly tapped the metal bat on home plate, glancing coldly at Eijun on the pitcher's mound, whose determined expression did not waver. Zaizen's eyes reflected a chilling intensity.
As he faced that ice-cold visage, Eijun took a deep breath to steady himself. He gently patted his right arm twice, which caused Ono's p...
2024-09-12 00:30:09 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 41: The Battle at Kokushikan - The Ultimate Showdown
"Ball four, walk!"
As the umpire announced the walk, Eijun watched as Kokushikan's ninth batter, with a look of joy on his face, jogged toward first base.
Eijun furrowed his brow slightly.
A single walk wasn't necessarily a big deal, but the impression Zaizen left on Eijun from the original story was too strong. Eijun couldn’t help but wonder if this was part of some scheme by his opponent. After all, t...
2024-09-11 00:10:17 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 40: The Battle at Kokushikan - The Once-Powerful
Bottom of the Second Inning
Despite having two outs, after Haruichi’s critical home run, the pitcher from Kokushikan showed signs of temporary panic.
Although he gradually regained his composure with self-regulation and support from his teammates, Seidou High still managed to hit two consecutive base hits, scoring another run.
The lead widened once again to five runs.
"Even with their second-string ...
2024-09-11 00:07:00 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 512: The Return of the Black Lace
As Isshiki Iroha, the student council president, spoke up, everyone started to take action.
Yukino began giving instructions, standing beside Yumiko, guiding her through the process.
“First, chop the chocolate, then melt it using a double boiler. After it cools slightly, pour it into molds to set.”
Hearing these simple steps, Yumiko, who was cutting the chocolate, looked a bit puzzled.
“That’s it?”
...
2024-09-11 00:04:29 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 39: The Battle At Kokushikan- The Two's Home Field
After achieving the double play, Eijun was in an excellent form.
The sixth batter from Kokushikan couldn’t stand a chance against Eijun.
With just two pitches, the sixth batter had already exerted all his effort, but without making solid contact, his strength fell short, and he couldn't drive Eijun's tricky pitches effectively.
"Ping"
A clearly hit fly ball to the outfield, sailing lazily into left...
2024-09-09 22:41:19 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 38: Eijun's Dominance in the Battle Against Kokushikan
"Crack!"
"Thud!"
It must be said, Kokushikan lives up to its reputation. As the cleanup hitter for one of East Tokyo's strong teams, while Matsumoto may not have the power of a cleanup hitter from a truly dominant team, he still displayed his strength against the emerging Eijun.
After being pressured by Eijun's fastball, Matsumoto capitalized on the momentary lapse in Eijun’s control as he became eage...
2024-09-09 22:40:33 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 1: I’ve Been Transmigrated?
In December 2011 of the Western calendar, after extensive discussions and negotiations, the United Nations had reached an agreement to allocate the newly developed Dawn Drug based on each country’s population due to its limited production.
In a classroom, the wall-mounted TV was broadcasting this global news about the Dawn Drug—the hottest topic worldwide. Meanwhile, the classroom door slid open, and a beautiful girl with a single tea-co...
2024-09-09 01:26:41 +0000 UTC
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Prologue
The streets were bustling with people—students heading home from school, white-collar workers out to relax after their shifts, and a few idle rich kids cruising around in cars I could only dream of affording, likely wondering which girl they'd spend the night with.
I sighed as I looked around at the vibrant world, feeling like a stranger in it all.
At 26, I'd been out of college for two years but still hadn’t found a stable job. For two years, I've been drif...
2024-09-09 01:19:13 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 37: Seizing the Initiative in the Battle Against Kokushikan
"Whoosh"
"Crack"
In the batter's box, Kokushikan's second batter showed a look of astonishment in his eyes.
He swung late? And the tail end of that pitch!
"Whoosh"
The white ball flew backward.
"Thud"
It slammed hard between first and second base.
"Second base!" Eijun shouted loudly from the pitcher's mound.
Haruichi Kominato, positioned near the center, mo...
2024-09-08 21:57:09 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 36: The Final Test
It was the last weekend of May.
On this day, at Seidou High School's secondary field, the second string's final practice game was taking place. Almost everyone knew that this match would determine the last two spots on the first string. Naturally, over twenty players in the second string were eager and ready to make their final push.
Especially the third-year students, for whom this would be their last summer; they were determined to secure thos...
2024-09-08 21:53:16 +0000 UTC
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Chapter 511: Giving Themselves as a Gift to Hachiman
As Yukino and the others were gearing up to make chocolates by hand, a small, unknown chat group was buzzing with notifications.
Alice: "Sisters, Valentine's Day is coming up. What should we give Hachiman-kun as a gift?"
Seeing her message, Kotonoha couldn't help but be a bit puzzled. "Isn't Valentine's Day all about giving chocolates?"
Alice: "Kotonoha-nee, that's so old-fashioned. Just giving chocolates is tota...
2024-09-08 21:49:39 +0000 UTC
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