Anromi's expression turned serious. "Later, give him a hint. Tell him which court we'll be on and which match number we are."
Kyaku-tou flipped through the match schedule: "Tomorrow's last match. Besides the two women's volleyball matches, there's also Karasuno and Rinpo playing at the same time."
"Alright, noted." Coach Anromi could already imagine how full of energy Bokuto would be tomorrow.
Miya Atsumu observed Hinata out of the corner of his eye, finally, just in time, he looked toward Coach Kurosu: "Coach, isn't it time to let Shoyo start his physical training?"
Coach Kurosu nodded, "Shinsuke.."
Before he could even finish, Miya Atsumu had already volunteered, "I'll go call him!"
Under the horrified gazes of the Fukurodani members, Miya Atsumu reached out and grabbed Hinata by the back of his collar: "Let's go, time for practice."
"One last ball, just one last ball!" Hinata struggled.
Miya Atsumu's movements were very aggressive: "What's there to see? How many times has Fukurodani lost to us? If all else fails, I'll take you to find Sakusa; wouldn't it be easier for Sakusa's spin serve to break through the block?"
Bokuto, who had been in high spirits, was instantly deflated by Miya Atsumu's words.
Even though.. it was the truth.
Mokoba rolled up his sleeves and was about to charge, "What did you say? Say that again!"
Hinata continued to struggle: "But Bokuto-senpai is different, I can use his technique as a reference."
Sakusa-senpai's is amazing, but.. my wrists won't turn into noodles.
But Hinata couldn't argue with Miya Atsumu, so he could only say to Bokuto-senpai, "Bokuto-senpai! I'll definitely be there to cheer for you tomorrow!"
Miya Atsumu glanced at Bokuto-senpai, a victor's smile on his face. "But you're going to watch Hoshiumi's match tomorrow, aren't you? Won't you run into him?"
Hinata stopped talking and was silently dragged away by Miya Atsumu.
Hoshiumi-senpai's match is something he absolutely cannot miss; the him from Fukurodani can only go back and watch the recordings.
Damn it! Why can't he use a cloning technique!
Miya Atsumu stabbed him in the heart once again, Bokuto collapsed to the ground.
The Fukurodani members panicked: "Bokuto! Pull yourself together!"
Watching Miya Atsumu return, Coach Kurosu gave him a kick and said, "Stop causing trouble all the time."
Suna watched Miya Atsumu return to his position acting like a victor, then looked over at Hinata, who was preparing for physical training, finally spoke without mercy: "It was clearly Hoshiumi who won, wasn't it?"
Miya Osamu followed up with a mocking remark, "Winning on someone else's reputation and then acting all smug—how pathetic."
"Hey! Which side are you two on, anyway!" Miya Atsumu made a move as if to pounce forward to defend his reputation.
On the other side, Aran feigned a cough: "Ahem."
The three second-year students turned their heads and met Kita Shinsuke's eyes, which were deeper and more lifeless than ever before.
Suna and the twins returned to their positions the next instant, acting as if nothing had happened, the entire gymnasium fell silent.
In the silence, the only thing that could be heard was the sound of people cheering for Bokuto-senpai over at Fukurodani.
It's okay, past failures don't mean anything.
This year, we will definitely crush Shirabu, stomp on Inarizaki, take the championship!
Mokoba-senpai, you previously said I shouldn't coddle Bokuto-senpai.
Mokoba felt like he was about to have a breakdown too: "Akaashi! Stop making comments about this! Stop watching the spectacle and come help!"
Coach Anromi felt like his head was splitting.
He shouldn't have listened to Nekota and agreed to share the house with Inarizaki; things turned out exactly like this..
It's all Miya Atsumu's fault!
Author's Note:
Alright! Reborn! (Strike that!)
Extra updates starting tonight!
Chapter 62: The Sixty-Second Fox
After a chaotic day comes a restful night, on the morning of August 5th, the highly anticipated Interhigh opening ceremony began on time.
The Inarizaki members also arrived at the venue, changed their clothes, prepared to undergo the inspection.
Looking at the crowd gathering in the hall, Hinata's face was filled with excitement: "So many people—"
So many teams I've never seen before, this atmosphere.. Is this what a national tournament feels like!
Following behind the coach, Hinata looked around curiously.
Although he had come to see the venue with Hoshiumi before, being here with someone else felt different from being here alone.
When it comes to the match.. the most important thing is indeed the people who come to compete!
Coach Kurosu turned to the group and said, "Wait here and don't move. I'm taking Shinsuke to sign in."
"Yes!" the Inarizaki members responded.
After greeting Nagumo, Kumagai, who had been working on logistics alongside Hinata for the past two days, handed his own bag to Hinata: "I'm heading over to the spectator stands. This bag contains bandages, ice packs, medicine; don't lose it."
Only one person could enter as a manager; Kumagai had no way to enter the playing court, so he could only bring it this far.
Don't worry!" Hinata patted his chest. "Leave it to me!
While waiting for Coach and the Kita Team to check in, many familiar faces passed by not far away.
From a distance, the Seito Libero walked over: "Hinata! Long time no see!"
"Tachibana-senpai!" Hinata also greeted him, his face full of excitement.
Tachibana Shinji said, "Our match is the second one, remember to come cheer for us."
Hinata Shoyo nodded vigorously: "Alright! No problem!"
As long as it wasn't the first or the last match, he could go and cheer.
After seeing off the Seito people, Hinata was still so excited that he fell back into his old habit.
Hinata raised his hand and said to Coach Omimi, "Coach, I'm going to the restroom."
Coach Omimi nodded in agreement, "Go quickly and come back quickly."
Passing by the wall, Hinata's eyes immediately caught the eye-catching team uniform of Itachiyama.
He immediately greeted Komori, who was looking at the notice on the wall, "Komori-senpai!"
Komori looked back: "Hinata, long time no see."
He said with a smile, "Sakusa and Iizuna-senpai aren't here, but the others are over there. Do you want to go say hello?"
“I'll go say hello after I'm done in the restroom,” Hinata said curiously, “But are Kami-senpai and Iizuna-senpai not here?”
Komori gave a brief explanation: "Sakusa went to the restroom; we'll probably run into him in a bit. Iizuna-senpai has other matters to attend to, so he won't be joining us for the inspection."
As for what it was.. let's just say it's a surprise for Hinata.
Hinata nodded. "Okay! I'll head off then. See you in a bit, Komori-senpai!"
Following the signs nearby, he walked all the way to the restrooms, but before Hinata could even take a few steps toward them, he noticed that the atmosphere around him felt a bit off.
A familiar figure walked out of the restroom, steadily putting away his handkerchief.
It's Sakusa.
The people around were pushed back by Sakusa's aura, whispering from a distance, "He really is terrifying.."
As expected of one of the Three Major Spikers, this aura is terrifying..
"Kami-senpai!" Hinata rushed up to Sakusa.
Sakusa nodded to him in acknowledgment, since he had no intention of staying long, he prepared to leave after saying his goodbyes.
But before he could even take a step, a new character appeared.
Hinata! What a coincidence! You absolutely have to come and see me in action today! Oh, Sakusa is here too!
Sakusa didn't even need to look to know who that energetic voice on the left belonged to; fortunately, he didn't hear the other person calling out "Kami-senpai"..
"Bokuto-senpai!" Hinata's eyes lit up.
Sakusa, Hinata, Bokuto, long time no see.
The steady and serious voice from the right was even more familiar, causing Sakusa's eyes to light up as well.
"Wakatoshi, long time no see." Sakusa looked up and greeted Ushijima.
"Ushijima-senpai!" Hinata looked toward Ushijima Wakatoshi again.
Bokuto pointed at himself: "What about me? Aren't you going to greet me?"
Sakusa hesitated for half a second, but ultimately said, "Hello, Bokuto-senpai."
Hinata looked left and right, his whole being in a state that was somewhat nervous but mostly excited.
So these are.. three of the three from the top five Spikers!
Just then, a new voice drifted out from the restroom: "What are you all doing blocking the door? Having a meeting?"
Hinata's excitement reached a new level: "Hoshiumi-senpai!"
Seeing Hinata about to lunge forward, Sakusa immediately moved two steps to the side.
Hoshiumi raised an eyebrow and looked at Sakusa, who was also at the restroom door: "Why are you dodging, Sakusa? I washed my hands; there are no viruses."
Sakusa pulled at his mask and said nothing.
The passerby who took a detour whispered, "This lineup.. is incredible."
I don't know why it's at the restroom entrance, but it's still so incredible.
“Where did that little guy come from? Why does he feel so familiar?”
Miya Atsumu, who was completely worried about Hinata, eventually followed them. As soon as he turned the corner, he saw the scene at the restroom entrance, which could only be described as a massive traffic jam.
Feeling like his vision was going dark, Miya Atsumu walked over quickly and pressed his hands on Hinata Shoyo's shoulders. "Wait, wait, why is everyone blocking the way here!"