Chapter 59: The Second Half Begins, Team V's Counterattack!

"Alright, take a five-minute break, and then we'll move on to the next set of exercises."

After watching the team complete a set of training, Riko allowed them to rest for a while.

"Phew, I'm so tired."

Shun Izuki lay on the ground, gasping for breath, looking completely exhausted.

"If you think this level of training is tiring, then it won't do. The intensity of the training I give you is not even half of what I give to Kira!"

Riko said sternly.

"It's really tough on Kira."

Hyuga Junpei smiled and said,

"But because of Kira, the basketball club has inexplicably gained popularity. We have new members and even new sponsors."

Since Kira appeared in the Seirin basketball club, the school's attention to the club seemed to have increased significantly.

"Thank goodness Kira plays football, or else we'd be out of a job."

Teppei lay on a bench and spoke.

"He's good-looking, talented, and diligent. Can't you guys learn something from him?"

While Riko was speaking, she couldn't help but think of Kira's appearance, and a smile appeared on her face.

"This is clearly favoritism!"

Hyuga Junpei sighed,

"And because of Kira, Riko, your level of attention has also increased."

Riko's previous intimate actions with Kira were seen by others, which led to her being seen as a rival by many girls.

However, even though Riko and Kira have confirmed their relationship, only her close friends and the members of the basketball club know about it. It hasn't been fully made public.

If those crazy girls at school were to find out, the consequences would be unimaginable.

"By the way... Is it true that Kira was involved in the Blue lock Project?"

Teppei asked. The Blue lock Project created quite a stir when it was announced, but the officials haven't revealed the specifics.

"Yes."

Riko nodded.

"Last time, he fulfilled a certain condition, which allowed him to come out for a day."

"It's really like a prison..."

Hyuga Junpei gulped and shook his head.

"A loser's professional career is basically ruined. If it were me... I don't think I would take the risk and participate in such a project..."

"But Kira went, and I'm sure he will successfully break out from there."

Riko said with unwavering certainty, her gaze becoming very serious.

"Because he promised me that he would keep winning."

"Here we go again, showing affection in front of the team!"

"Yeah, yeah, these past few days it's been all about Kira!"

"More than that! Look at my notebook, Riko has mentioned Kira 121 times in the past three days!"

"You guys!"

Although she is now Kira's official girlfriend, Riko still blushes when this is mentioned, feeling a bit shy.

To cover up this embarrassment, Riko can only resort to more drastic measures!

"You guys, break's over! Start the second set of training right away!"

"Hey! It hasn't been five minutes yet. It's only been two minutes!"

"When I say it's over, it's over!"

.....

The halftime break quickly came to an end, and everyone returned to the court, ready for the second half of the game.

Team V is now on the edge of a cliff, and they can only give their all to find a way to turn the tables in this desperate situation.

The players of Team Z cannot afford to let their guard down either. Any moment of carelessness could make their previous advantage disappear.

The second half began with Team Z taking the first possession.

"Maintain the advantage!"  Bachira Meguru, the ball handler, shouted loudly, directing his teammates.

On the other side, Tsurugi Zantetsu, following the orders of Mikage Reo, tightly marked Kira's position along with the other guards.

Even though Kira is constantly moving without the ball, they didn't give him any chance to touch it.

However, it wasn't an easy task.

Initially, Tsurugi Zantetsu believed that he had a significant advantage in height and physique that would allow him to suppress Kira. But when it came time to defend him, he realized that Kira's strength far exceeded his own.

"What's with this guy? How does he possess such power?!"

Tsurugi Zantetsu exerted all his effort but couldn't gain the upper hand in physical contact.

However, with Tsurugi Zantetsu and the other guards surrounding him, Kira indeed couldn't find an opportunity to touch the ball.

"Kira has attracted so much defense. We absolutely cannot waste this opportunity!"

 Bachira Meguru made this judgment and immediately seized the chance, passing the ball to Rensuke, who was ready to receive it.

"Great!"

Rensuke took another step, preparing to shoot

But in that instant, a phantom-like figure suddenly appeared on his side!

"What?!"

Nagi Seishio!

"If it were Kira, he would probably do this."

Nagi quickly caught up with Rensuke and completely blocked his shooting angle.

"How did he manage to do that?"

Rensuke was stunned, as it seemed like his opponent's speed had increased even further.

Caught off guard, the ball at his feet was instantly stolen, as Mikage Reo seized the opportunity and completed the steal.

"Counterattack! Nagi!"

Mikage Reo shouted loudly, and Nagi, at the fastest speed, moved toward the opponent's half.

Kira was about to get back on defense, but Tsurugi Zantetsu quickly rushed to his front.

This burst of speed was extremely energy-consuming, but Tsurugi Zantetsu had no choice but to go all out!

Even if it meant draining all his energy, he had to intercept Kira and prevent him from advancing, even for just a second.

Moreover, there were other guards around to help with the defense! This defensive quality far exceeded that of the match against Team Y!

This was Mikage Reo's strategy.

Even if he had to sacrifice those guards and Tsurugi Zantetsu, he must restrict Kira!

Although this would lead to a numerical and physical disadvantage, Mikage Reo believed that with Nagi's individual abilities, he could easily handle the remaining players.

Everything was entrusted to Nagi!

Tsurugi Zantetsu and the other defenders were highly successful, completely blocking Kira's path to retreat.

Even if Kira tried to go around with his speed, they had already bought enough time for Nagi, Mikage Reo, and the others!

At this moment, Team V's offensive had already reached Team Z's half!