A lot of reporters were crowding a certain door.
"When are they coming outside?"
"Usually when a team wins, they rush towards us to show off"
"I wonder what's wrong with this year's winning team".
Meanwhile inside the room.
"Sawamura-Chan…I can't believe we won", said Masuko.
"Same!", said Sawamura.
"I…I am scared to go outside to show my face", said Jun suddenly.
Rei stifled a laugh hearing Jun.
"Y...you brat, there's nothing wrong with this situation!", exclaimed Jun blushing in embarrassment.
"Jun-San don't tell me your afraid of cameras", said Kuramochi.
"Bingo!", said Rei seeing Jun stiffen up.
"SOKA…", said Kuramochi giving Jun a creepy smile.
While the trio was having their fun, some team members were getting ready to show their faces on camera and some were pacing around the room nervously.
Namely, Sawamura was pacing around the room and weirdly, Furuya was calm in this situation.
"HELP ME! REI!", blurted Sawamura jumping on Rei.
Rei exceptionally avoided making Sawamura crash on the floor.
"HELP ME!", Sawamura repeated facing Rei with his bloodied nose that he smashed on the floor.
Rei gave Sawamura a questionable gaze.
"I don't think I have the guts to face the reporters", said Sawamura shivering at the thought of opening the door.
"It'll be fine", said Rei calmly though he wondered how Sawamura could face all those people while pitching but now he's nervous in front of a camera?
"Don't…don't ignore me, Rei…", cried Sawamura.
"Ugh, why are you whining, and more importantly could you leave my leg alone", said Rei.
Currently, Sawamura was holding onto Rei's leg.
"Y..O..U, GET U..P!", exclaimed Rei walking towards the bench as he dragged Sawamura alongside him.
Sitting on the bench Rei removed Sawamura off his leg and said, "What are you a kid? Leave me in peace".
"I won't leave until you give me advice or help me", said Sawamura with a pleading look.
Knowing Sawamura wouldn't leave Rei said, "Just go freshen up your face and clothes before you look at the camera. Just think of it like you're on the mound and receiving everyone's attention. Trust me you'll be fine".
Sawamura nodded aggressively and left Rei alone.
Rei sighed, 'Finally some alone time'.
Unfortunately for Rei, he wouldn't be getting his alone time today. Since he heard crying noises near him.
Hearing the noises Rei knew that if he went near the person, he wouldn't be at peace, but he couldn't leave a crying person alone. He seriously contemplated for a good 5 minutes, if he should go or not. In the end, he went near the source of the noises and found Tanba crying in the corner.
'Are you serious? We won so why are you crying', thought Rei with a stupefied expression.
Rei patted Tanba's back approaching him.
Tanba emptied his nose on a piece of a napkin before looking up at Rei.
"Rei?", said Tanba.
"Why are you crying?", said Rei sitting beside him.
"It just feels unbelievable", said Tanba.
"Yeah, you guys weren't supposed to", muttered Rei.
"Did you say something?", said Tanba.
"Oh, I said…it was a great team effort", said Rei.
Tanba nodded and said suddenly grabbing Rei's hands, "You played a big part in today's game. As your Senpai I feel proud to have such a Kouhai".
Rei nodded and said changing the topic, "I can't wait to go to Koshien, wonder what it will be like?".
Rei didn't hear a reply for a few seconds and looked at Tanba to see him crying again.
"I-I am so glad we won", said Tanba while crying.
Rei nodded and excused himself. 'Damn…why so emotional', he thought.
Ryosuke and Harucchi were talking to each other in a corner.
"Pathetic, you didn't help the team whatsoever in this match", said Ryosuke with his usual devilish smile.
"Demo…Aniki", said Harucchi.
"No excuses", said Ryosuke.
Harucchi felt like he couldn't face his brother.
"Useless…", muttered Ryouske leaving Harucchi alone.
In another corner of the room. Kataoka was smiling brightly overlooking his players. He was immensely proud of them.
"Seido is finally going to Koshien after so long", commented Takashima.
Kataoka nodded.
"Kawakami played a big role in the match today. Especially his slider was on point today", said Ota.
"Kawakami was excellent today, but someone outdid him today", said Kataoka eyeing Rei who was busy arguing with Sawamura.
Takashima also saw this and smiled. This must be the happiest moment of her life seeing their team get what they deserve.
Rei yawned; he was too tired today he didn't have the energy to walk anymore. He just wanted to go back to his dorm and sleep.
"Attention!", said Kataoka.
Everyone gathered and focused on their coach.
"Now since we have won this tournament, our next step is the Koshien. In preparation for it we will have a meeting tomorrow in our usual spot", said Kataoka.
"HAII!", yelled the players.
"But I have got to say you guys did exceptionally on the field today", said Kataoka smiling at them.
"HAII!", yelled all the players smiling.
"Now, it's time for us to head back to Seido", said Kataoka opening the door.
Jun stiffened up and didn't move blocking the way.
"It's fine…", said Kuramochi smiling creepily as he pushed Jun outside the door.
A few minutes later.
Each team member was having an interview with a reporter.
Rei coolly responded to all their questions.
Kuramochi was loud; Jun was responding like a robot and everyone else was rather nervous but did good, nonetheless.
Kataoka responded to every question with a smile that weirded Rei out.
'How can he smile for so long', thought Rei.
Outside the building.
Seido walked to their bus. Yuki, the captain was carrying their team flag.
"SEIDO, CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU IN KOSHIEN!"
"REI-KUN!"
"DO YOUR BEST IN KOSHIEN!".
Cheered their fans.
On Inashiro's side.
All team members, while crying and holding their heads down disappointed in themselves came to their bus ready to head back.
In Seido's Bus.
'Today's game was incredible', thought Rei leaning against the window. He wondered what Koshien held for them.
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The Next Day.
In Rei's Dorm.
'The team is currently getting ready for Koshien. Ah…I'm so tired. Well, I don't think we are going too far in Koshien since the team after that match is too exhausted, especially the 3rd year's. I bet they're happy just being able to go to Koshien. I know it is a great achievement but they shouldn't dwell on it and focus ahead. By now the cream's effects would have worn off Ryosuke's injury and Tanba still isn't pitching in good condition. I mean even if we use all our 4 pitchers during the match I still don't see us getting that far. Well, I wish us luck. Oh…since it's been a while let's check my status', thought Rei laying on his bed.
[Mission] [Daily Quests] [Status] [Shop]
Opening the system Rei saw the interface and clicked on [Status].
Current Status:
[Status
Name: Rei Fujikawa
Position: Pitcher
Current level: 2
Coins: 0
Speed: 30 (Can only be increased through practice)
Strength: 60+
Balance: 60+
Flexibility: 60+
Grip: 30 (Can only be increased through practice)
(Skills)
Four-seam Fastball (level 9/10)
Hitting (Level 8/10)
Cold- Heart (Level 10/10)
Cutter Ball (Level 8/10)
Two-seam Fastball (level 9/10)
Forkball (7/10)
Comment: A Budding Pitcher]
Rei was amazed seeing the differences in his stats. All his attributes had increased. Surprisingly, his cold-heart skill had reached the max level. Maybe without the skill, he would have messed up on the mound because of the pressure. All his skills increased by a level.
'Good progress…Now, let's check the mission rewards since the mission should have been completed', thought Rei. He clicked the [Mission] tab.
[Mission: Summer Tournament
Milestone 1: Pitch 200 pitches throughout the whole tournament.
Milestone 2: Win the Quarterfinals.
Milestone 3: Win the Semi-Finals.
Milestone 4: Win the Finals and Make Seido qualify for Koshien.
Rewards:
Milestone 1 completion reward: A pitch skill of your choice that is already level 2, card.
Milestone 2 completion reward: Level up
Milestone 3 completion reward: 5000 coins.
Milestone 4 completion reward: System Upgrade
Penalty: Deducting a level and 10 stats]
[The Mission 'Summer Tournament' has been completed.]
[Will the host accept the awards now?].
"Yes!", yelled Rei immediately.
"Quiet down", said Chris calmly. He was preparing strategies for Koshien.
"Yes…sorry", said Rei.
Chris nodded and focused on his work.
A card appeared in front of Rei emitting golden light.
Rei curiously touched it and a notification appeared in front of him.
[What type of Pitch does the host wish for?]
'Gyro ball', thought Rei.
[The Host has successfully gained a skill]
Rei smiled delightedly because with this pitch he would dominate his opponents.
[The Host has leveled up]
[The Host has been rewarded with 5000 coins].
'Finally, I'm going to be rich', thought Rei.
[The system will be going offline for 2 hours as it is going to be upgraded]
Rei nodded as that seemed reasonable so he decided to do his daily workout until it was upgraded.
Rei got up and walked to the bathroom to freshen up.
"AHHHHHH!", screamed Rei walking into the bathroom as he suddenly saw Kanemaru naked.
Kanemaru who was diligently scrubbing his back while singing was shocked seeing Rei.
The dorm bathroom that was attached to their room was only made for 1 person to use at a time, not like the saunas the team uses.
"My heart almost stopped, why are you in the bathroom right now? Whatever don't reply just get out I have to use it now", said Rei.
Kanemaru gave him a disgusted look and started arguing with him.
In the Room, Chris heard their bickering and barged into the bathroom.
He dragged Rei outside so Kanemaru could finish using it.
This infuriated Rei so he took his anger out during his daily workout.
After 2 hours, when Rei was done doing his workout, he suddenly heard a notification.
[The System is online and has been upgraded].
Rei sat on his bed as he was curious to explore the new features the system might have. If it didn't then he will be disappointed.
[Welcome back, Host]
[Would the Host like a tour of the new features available?]
'Why is the upgrade like an iPhone upgrade', thought Rei.
'Yes', thought Rei regardless.
[The System has 2 more new features.
The 1st is that when the Host looks at a player, the Host will be able to see a coin value written on top of their head. If the Host strikes them out then the Host will receive the amount that was written on the player's head.
The 2nd is that there are more products available in the store and for the Host's satisfaction the system has removed all the bugs. Now the Host can give us feedback about the products you buy from our store.
We are looking forward to your visit]
Reading the notification Rei was dumbfounded.
'DID I JUST GET A NEW PHONE OR WHAT?", thought Rei inwardly.
Rei sighed at least now he had a secure way to earn some coins.
"OII! REII! LET'S GO!", said Sawamura barging into Rei's dorm.
"Where?", said Rei calmly.
"D-don't tell me you forgot?", questioned Sawamura.
Rei ignored Sawamura.
"WE HAVE A MEETING ABOUT KOSHIEN! DON'T YOU REMEMBER WHAT COACH SAID", said Sawamura.
"OK, then let's go", said Rei as he walked out of the dorm.
"WAIT FOR ME", said Sawamura as he followed Rei towards the meeting room.
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