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After Ryu activates [Black Aura].
My mind went completely blank.
[Black Aura] is a technique born out of desperation.
It doesn't inherently enhance combat power.
However, it possesses two additional functions.
First, it allows the user to enter a state of unwavering resilience, possessing an unshakable inner strength under any circumstances.
Second, it allows the user to enter a controlled state of chaos, blocking all outward information.
One's own aura, breathing frequency, twitching muscles, and micro-expressions.
It's less about shielding and more about concealing.
This gives outsiders the wrong information, or simply prevents them from seeing oneself clearly.
In The Prince of Tennis.
When Sanada Genichiro was playing against Yukimura Seiichi,
he awakened his "Black Aura" under duress, forcibly breaking through Yukimura Seiichi's ability to suppress his five senses.
You should know...
At that time, Sanada Genichiro was in a state of sensory deprivation.
This was forcibly broken.
This demonstrates the unique nature of the [Black Aura].
What Ryu didn't expect was that after activating the [Black Aura], he vaguely sensed a feeling from his encounter with the bank robbers.
Back then, the robbers pointed guns at him.
The feeling of being on the verge of death was also a kind of miraculous escape.
And because of this, Ryu used this opportunity to awaken the [Atobe Kingdom].
From then on, it should be called the [Ryu Kingdom].
Ryu also truly felt the power of the [Ryu Kingdom].
He and Akashi only needed one glance to freeze the latter in place.
This also shocked him.
As a result, after bypassing Akashi, he froze all those who came to defend him in place.
Until he slammed the basketball into the hoop.
He didn't know what it felt like to be frozen in place, unable to move.
It probably wouldn't be pleasant.
And indeed it was.
Akashi was filled with shock and horror.
The scenes of the future shattering were now etched deeply into his mind.
That chilling, bone-chilling feeling, as if his very marrow wasn't his own, was unforgettable.
The game changed hands.
Rakuzan inbounded the ball.
This time, the Rakuzan team was unusually cautious.
Their gazes were intentionally or unintentionally drawn to Ryu.
Akashi stopped several meters away from Ryu.
"Aren't you coming?"
Ryu murmured, seeing Akashi's expression.
Akashi frowned, his eyes incredibly grave.
'Why can't I see his future?'
Akashi dribbled the basketball repeatedly.
A layer of cold sweat unconsciously settled on his forehead.
He raised his hand and passed the ball.
Akashi abandoned his attempt to break through.
He wasn't confident he could get past Ryu's defense, so he decisively chose to pass.
"Passing, huh!"
Hehehehe...
Ryu grinned.
"That's useless now!"
As he spoke, Ryu raised his head, his silver eyes looking in the direction the basketball had flown.
There stood Hayama Kotaro, waiting to receive the ball.
"Welcome to the [Ryu Kingdom]."
The words had barely left his lips.
An invisible chill suddenly swept over Hayama Kotaro's entire body.
It sent a shiver down his spine.
But he had already raised his hand, poised to catch the ball.
The basketball landed steadily in his hands.
However, as he tried to pull his hand back, he was shocked to find himself unable to move.
'What? The same move as before? But… how could this be… he didn't even throw a shot, why…'
Thump… thump… thump…
Under everyone's watchful and astonished gaze,
Ryu slowly walked up to Hayama Kotaro.
Right in front of him, he took the basketball from his hand.
With a smile on his lips, Ryu dribbled the basketball as he walked towards Rakuzan's basket.
The arena was deathly silent.
The spectators who witnessed this scene fell into an eerie silence.
On the basketball court.
Ryu dribbled the basketball, strolling forward leisurely.
Hayama Kotaro was frozen in place.
Mibuchi Reo abandoned Kugawa to come and help defend.
But when he approached Ryu...
Ryu merely glanced at him, and then he seemed to suddenly fall into an extremely cold place, his entire body instantly stiffening.
'What? How could this be?'
Mibuchi Reo's eyes widened, his mouth slightly open, but he couldn't utter a single word.
Thump...bang...
Thump...bang...
Thump...bang...
Just like before.
Ryu dribbled the basketball, walking directly past Mibuchi Reo.
Mibuchi Reo just stood there, making no attempt to defend.
Everything he saw that was too bizarre.
Even the Generation of Miracles, who had once been Ryu's companions, were completely bewildered.
Ryu arrived at the three-point line of Rakuzan.
Just then.
Two figures suddenly appeared in front of him, blocking his path.
The newcomers were Nebuya Eikichi and Chihiro Mayuzumi.
Seeing the danger, they immediately surrounded him.
At the same time.
Akashi and the others, who had been immobilized by Ryu, gradually recovered.
They also turned and chased after him.
Two in front, three behind.
Ryu was suddenly surrounded by the five members of Rakuzan.
"Ryu..."
Kamimono and the others called out with some worry.
It was too late for them to help Ryu.
Surrounded in the center, Ryu simply dribbled his basketball silently, seemingly oblivious to the approaching danger.
Nebuya Eikichi roared.
"Don't be so arrogant, kid,"
Hayama Kotaro gritted his teeth.
"Let's see what you do now."
He couldn't handle Ryu alone.
Now that so many of them were attacking together,
he didn't believe the opponent could still be as carefree as before.
Mibuchi Reo shared the same thought.
As for Akashi, Crimson lightning flickered in his eyes.
However, it was much dimmer than before, and much less intimidating.
Just as the five formed a circle, about to approach Ryu,
Ryu raised his head, revealing his silver eyes that shimmered with an icy light.
The [Ryu Kingdom] opened.
Boom…
It was as if an invisible, chilling semicircle, emanating from the Ryu, expanded outwards from its center.
Images, like X-rays, flashed through his mind.
"I have seen all your weaknesses."
His words had barely left his lips.
Everyone from Rakuzan, including Akashi, enveloped by the semicircle, felt a chill, their inner alarm bells ringing.
Soon, they felt their bodies stiffen, unable to move an inch, as if someone had pressed the pause button.
This bizarre scene elicited gasps from the stands.
The Ryu slipped through the gap left by the five players, arriving directly under Rakuzan's basket.
He simply stood there quietly, raised his hand, aimed, and shot.
Whoosh…
Swish…
The basketball swished through the net.
99 to 90.
Inside the arena.
Nothing but silence.
Everyone's gaze towards Ryu changed.
If they had seen a Ryu on a frenzied offensive, breaking through five defenders in succession, they would have cheered and shouted encouragement.
But what they saw now?
Ryu simply dribbled the basketball, slowly walking to Rakuzan's basket, and finally scored.
And effortlessly, he broke through the defense of five players.
Furthermore, these five players were considered the strongest team in high school.
Regardless of the reason, they had witnessed the birth of a miracle today.
Boom…
After the silence came a deafening roar.
The audience erupted.
The other teams were stunned.
The Generation of Miracles were astonished.
Kamimono and the others also came to Ryu's side, though they were shocked by Ryu's strength.
However, they still gave each other a big hug to congratulate Ryu.
On the other hand, the atmosphere in Rakuzan was incredibly tense.
Everyone's face was ashen.
Akashi's eyes were constantly shifting.
Sometimes unfocused, sometimes cold and sharp.
Two voices were conversing in his mind.
From the darkness, a mocking voice spoke.
"You talked so sweetly before, and now you've failed too."
Akashi smiled bitterly.
"Ah! Yes! The opponent's strength exceeded my expectations. I did my best. Although the match isn't over yet, I can already see the result."
"Are you thinking of giving up?"
The voice from the darkness spoke again.
Akashi shook his head.
"No, if you give up, you have nothing. I understand Ryu's words now. Defeat isn't a bad thing for me. You have to bear the consequences of your mistakes. I owe him an apology."
"Hmph..."
The voice from the darkness sneered.
"Your womanly compassion is why you were defeated."
Akashi said with a gentle smile.
"Perhaps! But what's wrong with that?"
As he finished speaking, Akashi in reality opened his eyes.
The previously dim electric currents at the corners of his eyes regained their dazzling light.
"Until then, I don't want to lose to you like this, Ryu."
Having said this, Akashi charged towards Toho Kotei Gakuen's half of the court with the ball at incredible speed.
Ryu's eyes swept over him, and his body instantly emitted a dazzling blue light.
[Selfless Realm] Seamless Limit activated.
His figure flashed.
In a few breaths, he blocked Akashi's path.
Seeing Ryu, Akashi gritted his teeth, his eyes widening.
Emperor Eye activated.
Scenes of the future appeared in his mind.
However, the images of Ryu were all chaotic and disordered.
"Under my [Black Aura], you cannot see my future."
[Ryu Kingdom] activated.
Crack… Crash…
In just an instant.
The images in Akashi's mind shattered and collapsed.
He himself was frozen in place.
Ryu looked at Akashi and said.
"Seijuro, I'm the winner of this game."
Thud…
With a flick of his wrist, Ryu snatched the basketball from Akashi's hands and then dribbled towards Rakuzan's basket.
Seeing Ryu charging again, the rest of Rakuzan hesitated, unsure whether to intercept him.
"Damn it! You won't get past me!"
Hayama Kotaro shouted, arms outstretched.
"Oh, you're quite energetic! But…"
Ryu smiled slightly at him, then flicked his arm, passing the ball to Kuroki Ryuichi, who had run into open space.
Kuroki Ryuichi received the ball and stood at the three-point line, launching a one-handed floater.
"That move is..."
Mibuchi Reo exclaimed in surprise.
He knew that move all too well.
It was the signature move of the player he was guarding, Kuroki Ryuichi.
But why did Kuroki Ryuichi know it too?
Swish...
The basketball went in.
102 to 90.
Time ticked by.
The energy of the Rakuzan Zone members gradually waned.
They were all panting, drenched in sweat, and their limbs trembling slightly.
It was clear that the side effects of the Zone were starting to take hold.
Although it wasn't the real Zone.
But it wasn't without its costs.
These symptoms naturally didn't escape Ryu's notice.
"This is the end."
Ryu murmured.
Although Kamimono and the others were in similar condition.
But don't forget...
Ryu's [Ability Resonance] doesn't require stamina.
In the time that followed...
Toho Kotei Gakuen completely dragged Rakuzan into the abyss.
Kuroki Ryuichi launched a one-handed three-pointer from the three-point line, mimicking Mibuchi's style.
Hanafuji Souji used Kuroki Ryuichi's rhythm change.
Kamimono also occasionally delivered a few brilliant passes.
Kuroki Ryuichi executed a powerful dunk with impressive skill.
The four-man offensive completely stunned the Rakuzan team.
Even Akashi was bewildered by their barrage of attacks.
'Looks like their trust is growing stronger!'
Ryu was also pleased with his teammates' performance.
Once everyone gets to a certain level of proficiency, maybe they really will become an invincible team!
The stands were in complete chaos.
Anyone could see that Rakuzan was beyond saving.
The Rakuzan coach in the rest area slumped back onto the bench, exhausted.
He never expected Toho Kotei Gakuen's counterattack to come so suddenly and so fiercely.
Especially that Ryu.
He must have used some kind of method to freeze their players in place.
It's over, everything is over.
Rakuzan's winning streak was broken.
In the stands.
'This is quite rare! This is the first time Akashi has been so embarrassed!'
Murasakibara looked at the scene below the court and said with a complicated expression.
...
"To suppress Akashicchi to such an extent, Ryucchi is too strong!"
Kise's eyes were filled with fighting spirit.
Both Ryu and Akashi had given him unimaginable shock.
He wanted to become stronger.
Then, he would defeat Ryu and Akashi with his own hands.
...
"Truly awe-inspiring techniques."
Looking at his hands, Midorima said with unwavering determination.
"I won't be left behind by you. Next time, I will definitely defeat you."
...
"Let's go, Momoi."
With that, Aomine turned and walked towards the exit.
"Aomine, the match isn't over yet!"
Momoi reminded him.
Aomine's voice quickly came back.
"The result is already known, there's no need to watch anymore. We should use that time to go back and practice!"
Hearing his words, the Too members who had come to watch the match exchanged glances.
Momoi blinked, then gave a relieved smile.
...
Whistle...
The final whistle blew.
The scoreboard showed 112 to 90, confirming the champion of this tournament.
Accompanied by several dull thuds, Countless confetti rained down from the stadium.
At the same time, a voice came over the loudspeaker.
"The match is over. Summer League champion: Toho Kotei Gakuen."
Ahhhhhh...
The entire Toho Kotei Gakuen team rushed onto the court, cheering along with Kamimono and the others.
Ryu let out a long sigh.
'So tired!'
The Rakuzan team stood there, stunned.
Everyone held back tears.
Their dominance on the court had vanished, replaced by utter helplessness.
Pain, resentment, and self-blame filled their hearts.
"Is this defeat? I really don't like this feeling!"
Akashi forcibly suppressed these inexplicable emotions.
He looked up at Ryu.
Ryu turned to look at him as well.
Their eyes met.
Then they walked towards each other.
Akashi extended his hand first.
"You won, Ryu. I'm sorry about what happened before."
Ryu shook Akashi's hand.
"I told you, that had nothing to do with you, it was all Akashi's fault. Keep an eye on him from now on, don't let him run around."
Akashi hesitated, then gave a bitter smile.
"Okay, I know, I'll be careful."
...
Click...
The shutter clicked.
The group photo of everyone from Toho Kotei Gakuen has been successfully recorded in history.
Thus, this competition has finally come to a close.
Toho Kotei Gakuen has also won its first championship trophy.
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