The second match of the semi-finals

The end of the match was as everyone expected, but no one expected that Michael could fight so well. Not only was he able to keep up with Ichika for some time, but he was also able to touch her twice, once on the cheek and the other on her clothes. 

Many students stood up and started clapping and cheering for Michael as his unconscious body was being carried to the infirmary. Despite losing to the strongest, he had put up an incredible fight, and he had inspired many students. 

If even the once weakest was able to struggle his way up to touch the strongest, then couldn't they crawl up the same way? 

The weaker martial artists among the students were becoming excited as they became even more determined to train harder. 

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While everyone was still immersed in the match that happened, Ichika who was heading to the audience seats felt her left hand tremble. A smile appeared on her face as she was looking at her trembling hands.