Ace of Diamonds: The Last Piece of the Puzzle

Soon Kurosawa knew what happened at that time, which made the three of them look so bad.

The next day, several members of the first army looked at Shuangtou with blank faces. They didn't know why their emotions suddenly became high, and they were running like crazy pulling tires for no apparent reason.

"Those two guys are really motivated. Were they so excited after seeing yesterday's game?! That guy named Todoroki is also a first-year rookie!" Kuramochi guessed.

"I clearly told you to just do light exercises today! No matter what I say, you won't listen!" Miyuki looked in disbelief. Is this still the case in this class? ! ! Σ(っ°Д°;)っ

"Actually yesterday..." Koharu couldn't help but reveal that yesterday he and the other two heard the conversation between the pharmacist coach and Todoroki.

Chun Sang exploded when she heard that the pharmacist didn't take Qing Dao seriously: "What... what! What a joke! How dare those father and son say such contemptuous words about us! How dare they say that Qing Dao, a little person, despises us! ヽ(`Д′)?ヽ(`Д′)?”

"Yes...I didn't say that directly!" Xiaochun said with cold sweat.

"That's what I mean. Have they forgotten our bald Ichiro?! ヽ(`Д′)?" Koharu looked nervously at the angry senior Achun, thinking that luckily he was not there yesterday! I'm almost exhausted just trying to block Eijun!

"Then! Of course you guys beat each other up!" Liang Sang said with a dark smile.

"Brother?!" Xiaochun looked at the person behind him in surprise, why did you say that too? Σ(?д?;)

"Very powerful, Medicine Master!" Kuramochi said while rubbing his hands, Masuko also expressed her anger by growling her stomach.

Kurosawa looked at the increasingly violent people in front of him and felt it was extremely interesting. What a passionate young man! But Lei Shi doesn't know how to lie, so it's probably his father's idea! ╮(ˉ▽ˉ)╭

"Whether it's City University or Medicine Master, as long as they stand in front of us, they are enemies that must be defeated. We just let them know how powerful they are on the court!" Zhe Dui said domineeringly, but his aura was already higher than that of Qingdao. It’s too big in total, and it’s obviously very unpleasant!

"Azhe, there are a lot of scary things coming out of you!" Ah Chun reminded him quickly.

"Tetsu, Isashiki, Masuko and Kurosawa have three days left before the competition. Can you compete with me in a real combat way? I want to get back the feeling of real combat!" Tanba suddenly asked, please .

"You want to fight us, you are very brave! I just admire you for this, but we will not show mercy, especially this guy!" Chunsang said with a smile.

"I know it very well. Please fight me seriously!" Kurosawa looked at Tanba's powerful and firm words and felt that Tanba-senpai finally stood up. "Yakushi, I think this competition may not be as smooth as you think, Lei." In this competition, you should be able to find what you are missing now! Maybe you should be stronger next time I see you. I’m really looking forward to it!

"Okay, there's still an hour before practice time, we'll be here right away! Anyone who has nothing to do can go on guard!"

"Yes…"

Then please give me some advice, Tanba-senpai! Kurosawa looked at the scene in front of him and thought it was very good. Everyone's momentum was immediately lifted, and they were full of fighting spirit!

...

In the evening, an intelligence report and opponent research meeting was held as usual in Qingxinliao. Everyone gathered here to listen to the information Chris brought about Pharmacist High School and speculate on their possible tactics and trump cards.

"Then the pitcher pitched until the seventh inning, and the game ended in the seventh inning ahead of schedule, 12-3! After defeating City University, Yao Shi was in full swing, and it was no surprise that he defeated his opponents all the way to advance to the top eight." Chris said calmly.

"This right-hand pitcher came on as a reliever in the game against Uchibashi and pitched two innings. He mainly attacked the inside corner actively, and coupled with the jet ball that would get into the chest of the right-hand hitter, No. 18 Sanada Junpei was behind him! This! He should be the team's de facto ace pitcher!" Kurosawa really admired Chris after listening to his analysis! The guess is really accurate!

Kurosawa remembered that in his previous life, he heard the name Sanada Junpei from Raiichi's mouth! Raiichi really likes this senior, but unfortunately Sanada's pitching posture consumes his pitching life, and he only pitches occasionally after graduating from college.

The relationship between Lei Shi and Yao Shi has always been very good, and Kurosawa would sometimes talk to them about Lei Shi's affairs. After all, it’s not good to ask about these things from myself. You can only find out about him from other people’s mouths. Everyone loves Lei Shi like a younger brother! (*?′╰╯`?)?

"Jet ball, it's really rare!" Team Zhe said unexpectedly.

"Why shouldn't this guy start? Is he injured?!" Chunsang said speechlessly, it really made the point!

"That's not clear! But the tactics of keeping the ace in the starting lineup and suddenly changing the center line are eye-popping. If it's all their cunning, then the opponent should still be able to play against us. It will be a surprise!" Chris speculated as he was not sure of the pharmacist's thoughts.

"The most important thing to note is their batting line. The three-hitting Mishima, the four-hitting Tonraichi, and the five-hitting Akiba Central batting team contributed seven hits and eight RBIs. Although they are only in the first grade, they must not be underestimated. Them." The third kid was extremely dissatisfied when he heard what Senior Chris said, and he was actually a first-year student.

"Is the team's number of stolen bases seven?!" Kataoka asked, standing nearby and listening.

"Yes! Although he doesn't swing the bat, he actively steals bases whenever he gets the chance!" Listening to Chris's words, "The pitcher has to be alert to the runners who are ready to start at any time, and at the same time, he must also pay attention to the strong line in the strike zone. Sometimes If the opponent does not attack with small balls, it will put more pressure on the pitching staff. The opponent Yakushima High School may be more difficult than imagined!" Coach Kataoka warned.

...

During the day the next day, Coach Kataoka was observing the pitching of several pitchers in the bullpen. Tanba had not fully recovered yet, Fukiya's physical strength had become a big problem, Sawamura's characteristics had not been fully displayed, and Kawakami's mentality was not good in big situations. Kurosawa is currently the most stable but I don’t know if he should be allowed to play so early.

In the evening, Kataoka summoned all the pitchers except Tanba and the two catchers in the bullpen. He squatted on the ground, scratched the ground and thought for a moment before deciding: "Tomorrow's starting pitcher will still be Furitani as before, but Taking into account Furitani's physical strength, I will switch to the relay as soon as possible tomorrow. In the fourth round, I will switch to Sawa Murakami, and after the seventh round, Kawakami will be in charge!"

"understand!"

"The timing of the pitch change will vary depending on the situation on the field. The earlier you start preparing, the better! Kurosawa will still be the left fielder tomorrow, but be prepared that if an accident occurs on the field, you may be asked to play at any time!" Kataoka He looked at Kurosawa.

"Understood!" Kurosawa also didn't expect that the pharmacist would put so much pressure on Kataoka!

"It... means that our performance is highly anticipated! It's okay for the boss to let me start!" Sawamura started the confident self-recommendation mode again, hahahaha? (ˊwˋ*)?

"Impossible, and don't call me boss! ╭(╯^╰)╮" Kataoka ruthlessly refused!

What a reasonable arrangement! This is the depth of the bench area! Even if the pitcher is defective, he will just hit the line one after another, and he may not be able to be defeated. If he is not defeated, he will take the opportunity to replace the pitcher immediately. The new generation like the pharmacist just does not have enough supplies! What a pity! ?(????)

Ota next to him couldn't help but said: "What about Tanba, coach? You didn't call him!"

"In his current state, I can't let him pitch!" Coach Kataoka said seriously. Looking at the scene in front of him, Kurosawa felt that he had a heavy responsibility for a moment, but looking at the expressions of the three pitchers next to him, why did he always feel that he was being held hostage? The coach has it figured out!

"Why (???.???)????He has always wanted to play in the quarterfinals! (?Д?)?" Ota asked doubtfully.

"Anyway, I won't let Tanba play in tomorrow's game! You must be prepared to perform your tasks!" After listening to Kataoka's words, Kurosawa was basically sure that this was the coach's words. He could believe it but not entirely.

It seems that I still have no hope of playing tomorrow, but it doesn't necessarily depend on whether the pharmacist can beat our pitchers. However, any plan to get acquainted with each other in advance by pitching and playing tricks basically depends on luck! It seems that we will still focus on Sanada tomorrow. As long as he throws out his pitches, he can leave an impression on the kid, right? !

"I know, boss. I will definitely live up to boss's expectations! (??????)?" However, there are always people who will believe that it's okay. Look at the double shots that are obviously full of enthusiasm. Although there is no change, the tightly clenched hands are still there. Fist could still tell that Kawakami was restless.

"Don't call me boss!" Kataoka emphasized speechlessly.

"It's the boss!" But who told you to meet a stupid village that doesn't listen to you at all! ╮(╯▽╰)╭

In the evening, Coach Kataoka came to the court with Rei Takashima and Miyuki, who was about to go find Tanba-senpai. He looked at the people on the court and said seriously: "It's almost time for you guys to call it a day, and that was a bad ball just now! "

"Another...another training demon has arrived!" Chunsang complained softly.

"Let me practice with you, Tanba-senpai!" Miyuki invited, but Tanba didn't want to end the practice so soon, and remained silent while breathing.

"Are you still not satisfied with your situation?!" Kataoka asked, looking at Tanba's reluctant look, "Fifth round! You will start warming up from the fifth round tomorrow." Miyuki looked at him with a surprised look on his face. Coach Kataoka.

"Yakushi's team is not easy to mess with. I think there will be a big melee tomorrow. If that's the case, I will definitely let you go to the pitcher. You are our ace pitcher at Qingdao!" Danbo looked at him in shock. Kataoka never thought that the supervisor would say such things to him.

"Let me see your hard work in the past three years!" After listening to the coach's words, it not only inspired the ace in the team, but also inspired the first-class players in the same grade, and the team became more cohesive.

He is indeed a coach and Mandarin teacher! The charm of this language has been fully exerted, and it has firmly grasped the hearts of people on both sides. Now both sides are in high spirits!

"Get ready to call it a day. I'll do it for you, Tanba!" After hearing Kataoka's invitation, Tanba's jaw dropped! ∑(O_O;)

"Don't you want to? (′?_?`)" Kataoka asked, which made Tanba even more panicked! (?w?)

"Let the coach help you, Danbo! You are our ace!" Junsang joked.

"That's great, ace perks!" Liang Sang said with a smile.

"I should be more nervous than before the last game!" Team Zhe said honestly, but he was really not gloating about his misfortune! ╮(ˉ▽ˉ)╭

"Shut up! Σ(ˉ□ˉ||)" Danba said angrily.

Miyuki looked at the atmosphere between the third graders and the coach, and left alone first. Then on the way back to the dormitory, he thought that Coach Kataoka seemed to want to gather all his strength to fight against the pharmacist tomorrow, so he left alone.