Tennis: I have inherited the king's legacy and I am invincible

Chapter 126: Tennis, isn’t victory the only fun?

"Tianyu boy, are you feeling overwhelmed so quickly?"

Nanjiro's lips curled up in a relaxed arc, but his eyes flashed with deep expectations for Tianyu's potential.

Tianyu was panting, sweat slid down his determined face and dripped onto the tennis court illuminated by the setting sun.

His tightly closed lips turned pale. Throughout the game, those two powerful status-enhancing skills were like a double-edged sword, granting him unprecedented power while also ruthlessly consuming his physical strength and willpower.

At this moment, he seemed to be standing on the edge of his limit, and every step seemed extremely heavy.

Just then, the famous scene happened.

"Young man, why did you embark on this tennis journey?"

Although I really want to complain, this problem has indeed troubled Tianyu for a long time.

This question is simple yet profound, like a mirror, reflecting Tianyu's confusion and struggle deep in his heart.

Tianyu's eyes began to become deep. He stopped breathing and let the sweat flow freely on his face, as if all this was making room for his thoughts.

He began to recall his tennis career in detail, every sweaty moment, every fierce confrontation with his opponent, and the heavy promise between him and Atobe.

"Yes, I have been constantly challenging myself in order to fulfill my promise with Atobe, but what happens after I fulfill that promise?"

Tianyu asked himself in his heart.

His thoughts were like surging waves, sometimes calm, sometimes passionate.

He realized that tennis did not seem to be a necessity for him. After all, with his family background, he would still have enough food and clothing if he went back to inherit the family business.

So what exactly is tennis to him?

Is it a passion, a love, a dream that makes him willing to give everything for it?

“Maybe I’ll just keep playing tennis.”

Tianyu's voice was weak but extremely firm.

He raised his head and looked into the distance, with a new light in his eyes.

"But I don't play tennis for love. I think I play tennis purely for winning."

"In competitive sports, the winner takes all. I enjoy the feeling of victory and the moment of crushing my opponent. I want to be the king of world tennis!"

"In tennis, isn't winning the fun?"

Nanjiro was stunned for a moment. Things didn't seem to be developing in the direction he expected, but the general direction should be correct.

Uh, maybe.

Nanjiro smiled with satisfaction.

He knew that Tianyu's heart had quietly blossomed with his own light, and he had found his own path in the world of tennis.

Although this road may be winding and very different from the journey I have taken, the strength and determination that radiates from within is so clear and strong.

Tianyu's growth is like a bud breaking through the soil in spring. Although it looks immature, it contains infinite vitality and possibilities.

At this moment, Tianyu was standing on the tennis court, with an unprecedented determination in his eyes.

Now he seems to have been reborn, no longer the young man who was just starting out and needed to constantly explore and make mistakes.

Just as he was about to use the extra-dimensional skills of Cheng Yaojin and Ying Zheng in an attempt to reverse the situation and bring this contest between himself and senior Nanjiro to a perfect end, an unexpected scene occurred.

At the critical moment of the game, Nanjiro actually put away the tennis racket in his hand and walked out with ease.

His back looked so calm, as if all the gains and losses were no longer important.

This action made Tianyu stand there in a daze for a moment, his heart filled with confusion and doubt.

"Nanjiro-senpai, this..."

Tianyu hurriedly chased forward and tried to stop Nanjiro from leaving.

He knew very well that every match with Nanjiro was extremely rare, and this match was a critical moment for him to prove himself and surpass himself.

"Nanjiro-senpai, according to the rules of our match, there is still one last ball left."

However, Nanjiro just shook his head slightly and did not stop.

"There's no need to fight any further, Tianyu boy. My existence is merely a touchstone on your path to growth. Now you know exactly what you're pursuing. My mission is complete."

"Just consider it my admission of defeat."

Nanjiro smiled calmly.

Tianyu felt mixed emotions when he heard this.

He originally thought that this was a battle that he had to give his all to win, but he did not expect his opponent to end the game in this way.

He took a deep breath, his gaze more resolute, and spoke slowly and forcefully, "One year. Give me one year. In this year, I will spare no effort to hone myself. Whether it's my skills, my physical strength, or my mentality, I will strive for perfection."

"One year from now, I will solemnly invite you to another battle. I hope that by then, you will be able to show your strength without reservation, and we can have a true peak showdown."

Nanjiro's back stretched out in the sunset. He still didn't turn around, but his chuckle contained endless anticipation.

"Let's talk about it when the time comes, Tianyu boy. I'm looking forward to that day!"

……

At night, Tianyu looked at the Echizen family at the dining table and couldn't help but smile bitterly.

What happened was that Tianyu was originally preparing to go home and count today's gains.

Unexpectedly, Nanako showed up halfway.

There was no choice but for him to stay and have dinner together.

At the dinner table, Nanjiro looked at Tianyu and said unhappily, "Well, you kid, you actually took my precious niece so quickly? Just because you're handsome, you can do whatever you want?"

Echizen Nanako said shyly, "Uncle~"

Tian Yu could only politely reply, "You're joking, Nanjiro-senpai. There's nothing going on between Nanako-san and me. There's no way Nanako-san would be interested in someone like me."

Just as Tianyu was about to continue explaining, Nanako interrupted him.

"Do you believe in love at first sight, Tianyu-san?"

Tianyu was stunned for a moment and swallowed the words that were on his lips.

He complained in his heart, "How dare you! There are always villains who covet my body."

Tianyu looked at Longma who was busy eating, trying to divert his attention.

"Ryoma-san, how are things going with your Seigaku?"

Longma stopped eating.

He slowly began, "We've been training with some schools in Kanto lately, selecting players to compete against players from the West Coast of the United States."

Tianyu was instantly relieved when he heard Longma's answer. Fortunately, Longma answered, otherwise he would be embarrassed.

Tianyu decided that the next time he fought with this kid, he would let Longma lose with dignity, otherwise it would be too tragic if he wasn't tortured.

(Ryoma: Tian·repaying kindness with hatred·Fei???)