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Ring ring ring…
The loud, melodious school bell reminded everyone.
Another day of learning was about to end.
Ryu walked out of the teaching building.
Karupin nestled quietly in his arms.
Ryu headed towards the basketball gym.
Today was his first day in the basketball club.
He was really looking forward to seeing the Generation of Miracles.
Inside the basketball gym at this moment.
Everyone seemed a little distracted today.
The reason was simple.
A newcomer was about to be promoted to the first team.
They heard that Coach Shirogane had personally invited him.
They were full of curiosity about this newcomer.
Aomine Daiki asked curiously.
"Akashi, do you know who came today?"
Akashi Seijuro said gently with a smile.
"I'm not really sure, but I heard he's a very talented person."
Aomine Daiki's eyes immediately lit up upon hearing this.
"He's really good, huh? That's awesome! I definitely have to have a match with him."
Murasakibara Atsushi listlessly ate snacks.
He said between bites.
"Is a new guy coming? Whatever, he's just so-so anyway!"
Midorima Shintaro adjusted his glasses and said.
"Idiot, since he's someone specially recruited by the head coach, his strength must be considerable."
"Midorima's right, anyone who can get into the first team is extraordinary. Let's wait and see!"
Just then, a black-haired, black-eyed boy walked over.
"What are you guys talking about?"
Noticing the newcomer, Akashi Seijuro greeted him.
"Nijimura-senpai, we're talking about a new member joining the first team."
Nijimura Shuzo understood.
"Oh, so that's what you guys are talking about!"
He calculated the time and then said.
"Judging by the time, he should be here soon!"
Aomine Daiki couldn't help but ask.
"Nijimura-senpai, do you know who that person is? How strong is he? Is he powerful?"
Nijimura Shuzo shook his head, saying helplessly.
"I'm not really sure either, because the head coach suddenly brought him here."
"According to the head coach, that person is very strong, a genius who's no less than you guys."
Hearing Nijimura Shuzo say this, the four members of the Generation of Miracles became more serious.
They knew their own talent best.
He possessed the same talent as them.
The four members of the Generation of Miracles became somewhat interested in this newcomer.
Aomine Daiki was trembling with excitement.
At this moment, Nijimura Shuzo spoke again.
"Although I've never met him, I know his name."
Whoosh...
All the eyes of the Generation of Miracles turned to Nijimura Shuzo.
Seeing this, Nijimura Shuzo smiled and said...
"I only found out today too. That person's name is 'Shirogane Ryu,' and he's a first-year student like you."
Shirogane Ryu?
The Generation of Miracles were certain they'd never heard of that name before.
Just then, the gym doors opened.
Everyone looked in the direction of the sound.
Before them stood a so handsome young man.
The young man had silver hair and silver eyes, a slight smile playing on his lips.
However, the gazes of everyone in the gym weren't on him.
They were drawn to a cat perched on his shoulder.
They were all utterly bewildered and confused.
For a moment, the arena fell silent.
But soon, someone spoke up.
"Is that a cat?"
"Why would someone bring a cat to the arena?"
"Wait, could it be that he's the legend?"
"What legend?"
"Haven't you heard? There's a boy at school who brings a cat, and it's said he brings bad luck."
"That's too exaggerated! Who would believe that?"
Just as these people were speculating about Ryu's identity, Momoi Satsuki stepped out from behind Ryu.
Then, she introduced him loudly to the crowd.
"Hi..., let me introduce you all. This is Shirogane Ryu, and he'll be a member of the first team from now on."
Ryu also stepped forward and said.
"My name is Shirogane Ryu. I hope you'll all take good care of me."
The Generation of Miracles looked Ryu up and down.
"Is he the newest member of the first team?" Midorima Shintaro adjusted his glasses, his gaze fixed on Ryu.
Akashi Seijuro also turned his attention to Ryu.
"Yeah, it should be him."
Murasakibara Atsushi glanced at Ryu, then continued eating his snacks.
As for Aomine Daiki... He had already approached Ryu.
He said expectantly.
"I heard you're really good, let's have a game!"
Before Ryu could say anything...
Momoi Satsuki, seeing this, quickly stepped in front of Ryu, saying irritably.
"Dai-chan, Ryu-san just arrived, don't be like that."
"What does it matter! Of course, coming to the basketball club means playing basketball!" Aomine Daiki said, then looked intently at Ryu. "Right, right!"
"Dai-chan." Momoi Satsuki pouted, looking unhappy.
Ryu scratched his head, then flashed a bright smile.
"It's alright, Momoi-san."
"But Ryu-san…"
Momoi Satsuki was interrupted by Ryu before she could finish speaking.
"Don't worry! We don't have anything else to do right now, a game won't hurt, just consider it a warm-up."
Hearing Ryu say this, Momoi Satsuki had nothing to say. She sighed and stepped aside.
Ryu looked at Aomine Daiki and said, "Since you said so, let's play a game!"
Seeing Ryu accept his challenge, Aomine Daiki smiled even more broadly.
"Great, haha… my name is Aomine Daiki, I knew you wouldn't refuse me."
Ryu smiled. He put his backpack aside. Then he took Karupin off his shoulder and handed him to Momoi Satsuki.
"Momoi-san, could you take care of him for me?"
Hmm?
Momoi Satsuki blinked, then quickly took Karupin, nodding with sparkling eyes.
"Sure, no problem, leave it to me!"
"Thank you."
After thanking her, Ryu followed Aomine Daiki onto the court.
Aomine Daiki tossed the basketball to Ryu.
"Come on! You can go first."
He was eager to see his opponent's strength. The moment he saw Ryu, he had a feeling: this person was definitely not simple.
Ryu took the basketball and said, "Then let's decide the winner with five points! How about it?"
Aomine Daiki agreed without hesitation. "Okay, whatever you say, let's get started! I can't wait."
The people around watched the two play 1v1 with great interest.
"Akashi, who do you think will win?" Midorima Shintaro asked.
Akashi Seijuro was silent for a few seconds, then said, "I don't know. I can sense that Ryu is very strong. We'll only know how strong he is after we see him."
Momoi Satsuki said while teasing Karupin, "If Daiki doesn't take it seriously, he might lose."
Upon hearing this, everyone around looked at her with surprise.
"Really?"
"Is that kid really that strong?"
"It's a lie! Aomine's speed is beyond the reach of ordinary people."
"Even if that kid is strong, he can't possibly be stronger than Aomine!"
They've all witnessed Aomine Daiki's strength. They find it hard to believe that a newcomer could defeat Aomine Daiki. This is simply not scientific!
Everyone voiced their doubts.
Momoi Satsuki explained seriously.
"I've watched his matches."
"His strength is no less than Aomine's."
"I personally saw Ryu defeat five opponents effortlessly."
"I'm sure he wasn't using his full strength then. And..."
At this point, Momoi Satsuki fell into deep thought. She still couldn't understand. How did Ryu predict his opponent's next move?
Momoi Satsuki was completely baffled.
Bang bang bang...
The sound of basketballs being slapped echoed from inside the court.
The game between Ryu and Aomine Daiki had begun.