Chapter 166: Title at the end of the chapter!

Nijimura kept his mouth shut as he shook his head. He glanced at Tsuna with a thoughtful expression as he noticed that Tsuna had started to walk back without even looking at him finishing the move.

Though flattered by how confident Tsuna was in his finishing move, Nijimura sighed as he returned to his position right after Tsuna.

He couldn't help but look at Murasakibara, who now seemed to be taking him seriously.

"...Tsuna should be able to finish it on his own with his ability, but it seems like he realized Murasakibara was taking me lightly, huh?" Nijimura thought as he let out a wry smile at Tsuna.

However, despite that, Nijimura's eyes gleamed with even more intense determination as he relaxed his form, sending a palpable challenge through the gymnasium. The sudden shift in his atmosphere caught everyone by surprise, and all eyes turned in his direction.

"Alright then, I'll make sure Murasakibara knows not to underestimate me, too," he declared as he locked his gaze on Murasakibara, who responded with a frown.

Kagami who was sitting in the audience with Seirin feel a tingling sensation beneath his skin as he couldn't help but take a look at Nijimura with a wary eyes, "I could even feel it up here. Such an intense aura..."

He couldn't help but feel a familiarity with Aomine's beast instinct. But somehow, it was different. What Nijimura's exuding wasn't that of a beast, it felt a lot sharper and more refined.

"...Just what is that? Aomine, don't you feel it?" Kagami spoke as he turned to Aomine.

Aomine just frowned as he nodded. He glanced at Nijimura before turning to Tsuna as he spoke, "He's like a sword. A loyal sword serving his king..."

On the other part of the audience...

"...A loyal sword that serves his king, you said?" Takao exclaimed in disbelief.

Shutoku seemed to have a similar discussion as they could also feel Nijimura's pressure from their seat.

However, Midorima just calmly adjusted his glasses as he nodded at Takao's exclamation. The others in Shutoku was taken aback before they shifted their focus back at Nijimura.

"That's right, that is his version of beast instinct..." He continued as he looked at Nijimura with a serious expression. Midorima then turned to Takao who broke into sweat as he added, "Unlike wild beasts, he's refined and skilled. Each move is calculated, and each strike is anticipated...."

He's not a wild beast; he's the epitome of chivalry, a guardian bound by duty, showing a heightened awareness and a mix of instinct and learned skill.

Nijimura was akin to a finely crafted blade guided by the unwavering honor of knighthood.

"That is..."

"...Kinght Perception!" 

Midorima revealed Nijimura's state which made everyone in Shutoku to be looking at Nijimura with a complex emotion.

Meanwhile, back in the court, Yosen High players who felt it directly couldn't help but feel their back drenched in sweat at the intensity.

"What the hell is wrong with this guy? Isn't this just the beginning of the game? Why is he so aggressive already?"

Fukui muttered under his breath, his frustration evident as he dribbled the ball down the court.

"Fukui!" Okamura's urgent shout sliced through the air, causing Fukui to widen his eyes in disbelief.

In an instant, Tsuna's agile figure swooped in, stealing the ball from Fukui's possession.

The sudden turn of events prompted a frustrated exclamation from Fukui, "Fuck! I was careless!"

Meanwhile, Nijimura's presence on the court seemed almost like a blur, weaving through the opposition with a fluid grace.

Tsuna glanced in Nijimura's direction, swiftly passed the ball to him. However, Murasakibara who had taken Nijimura as a threat seriously, exhibited a monstrous reaction speed as he shadowed Nijimura's every move from behind.

Approaching the basket, Nijimura executed a powerful leap, aiming to slam the ball into Yosen High's basket.

However, Murasakibara was determined not to let a repeat of the previous play happen and responded with a slightly annoyed tone, "I'm not letting you do it again this time."

With that, he leaped up, ready to block Nijimura's attempt.

Recognizing the looming obstacle, Nijimura's eyes flashed. Catching a glimpse of a figure on the left, he swiftly adjusted his body, redirecting the ball right into the hands of Tsuna, who had strategically positioned himself to shoot.

However, Murasakibara, familiar with this pattern reacted with agility, he closed the distance swiftly, making a quick move to jump and block Tsuna's attempt.

"Not a chance, Tsunachin!"

Confronted by Murasakibara's towering presence, Tsuna's expression remained nonchalant.

In a split second, the ball in his hand transformed into a blur, weaving through the court with lightning speed. It darted between Murasakibara's feet, creating a seamless path to the opposite side of the court, where Mochizuki stood just before the three-pointer line.

The sudden and elusive pass left everyone, including Liu, who was tasked with keeping the Shooting Guard from Fukuda Sogo in check. Liu's expression reflected his bewilderment as he pondered, "...How did the ball disappear?"

The unexpected turn of events had a surreal quality, leaving the players momentarily stunned.

As reality set in, Mochizuki had already seized the opportunity. Swiftly releasing the ball, he launched a precise shot that sailed through the basket with a swish, earning Fukuda Sogo three crucial points.

Observing the incredible play unfold, Kuroko couldn't contain his astonishment as he stood up in disbelief.

His eyes remained fixed on Tsuna, who, with unparalleled precision, executed a pass that transcended even his own Ignite Pass Kai—a move that not everyone in Seirin could successfully receive.

On the bench, Alexandra wore a knowing smile as she observed the proceedings. Her thoughts mirrored the unfolding events, "Seems like they can receive Tsuna's pass this time."

It was a testament to the team's growth and improved coordination.

Tsuna, who had always relied on flashy moves to veil the force within his passes, enabling his teammates to catch them more comfortably.

With the team's heightened skills and synchronization, Tsuna had surpassed the need for such compensatory measures

"What the hell just happened?"

Himuro's eyes widened in disbelief, mirroring the sentiments of the entire Yosen High team.

The rapid and seemingly inexplicable movement of the ball had left them in a state of confusion, struggling to comprehend how it traversed such a distance with astonishing speed.

Ishida couldn't help but chuckle at the disbelieving expressions on Yosen High's players.

As he observed their reactions, a sense of nostalgia washed over him.

"...Those were pretty much our expressions back then when we first tasted that blonde guy's ridiculous pass," he reflected, the memory of their training days with the Jabberwock flashing through his mind.

Title: Knight Perception!

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