Whispers swept through the corridors of Makuhari Messe like a chilling breeze, drawing the attention of teams gathered for the qualifiers. Eyes shifted toward Seiryuu High as they entered the arena, walking with an unmistakable air of determination. Gone were the days of being the forgotten underdogs. Now, a buzz surrounded them, a new energy that crackled through the crowd.
Players from various schools exchanged wary glances, eyebrows raised as they tried to piece together the changes. Once viewed as just another team clinging to survival, Seiryuu had transformed into something much more formidable. Confidence radiated off Sota and his crew, a stark contrast to their earlier, more timid appearances.