Chapter 37: Volleyball Match - Set 1
In the Osaka Municipal Central Gymnasium, the atmosphere was just as energetic as ever.
Fans packed the bleachers, colourful banners waving in the air. Some waved flags with Hikari and Mei's faces on them, shouting words of encouragement.
Among the lively crowd sat Hikaru and Teshii.
Hikaru leaned forward in his seat, elbows on his knees, eyes locked onto the court where both teams were huddling as the match was about to begin.
Beside him, Teshii sat upright and still, scanning the scene with the detached curiosity of a man trying to solve a puzzle.
"So..." Teshii said slowly, brow furrowing, "how does this sport work?"
Hikaru turned to Teshii, completely dumbfounded.
"Wait... you don't know the rules?"
"Nope." Teshii replied casually.
Hikaru sighed heavily, just as the referee's whistle blew and the match officially began.
The ball shot into the air – a serve from the opposing team.