𝟭. 𝙃𝙀𝙍 𝙎𝙄𝘿𝙀 𝙊𝙁 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙎𝙏𝙊𝙍𝙔 || 𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐤𝐲𝐮𝐮 [✔]

Chapter 41: Kanagawa VS Karasuno

𝖘𝖚𝖓𝖓𝖞𝖘𝖎𝖉𝖊𝖇𝖆𝖇𝖍𝖊'𝖘 𝖋𝖎𝖈𝖙𝖎𝖔𝖓𝖆𝖑 𝖘𝖙𝖔𝖗𝖞
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The Karasuno Girls found themselves outside the gym, with puzzled expressions on their faces. They couldn't quite comprehend what had just happened todays event, so they sat down, sipping water and munching on their snacks, trying to make sense of it all.

As they sat there deep in thought, the Karasuno Boys passed by. Tanaka noticed the girls and called out to them, "Hey guys! I've heard you guys won?"

Ennoshita noticed the girls' perplexed expressions and inquired, "Are you guys alright?"

Aeris, still dazed from the slap, mumbled, "Ennoshita slapped me."

Ennoshita immediately denied it, saying, "What? No!"

Aeris then turned to Tobio, trying to make sense of what had happened. "Tobio?"

Daichi, sensing something unusual, asked, "Are you guys okay? You guys won, what's the matter?"

Yui, managing to find her voice, shared the incredible news. "We won."

Mao, finally realizing the magnitude of their triumph, exclaimed, "We won!"

The girls and boys were overcome with emotion, their eyes welling up with tears. They hugged each other tightly, overcome with joy and relief.

"We did it! We finally moved forward!" Yui exclaimed.

"We did it, Captain!" Mao said, her voice filled with pride.

Daichi, beaming with happiness, praised the girls. "You guys did great. You deserve this victory. We're finally making a name for ourselves."

Asahi, joining the group, added, "You guys deserve every bit of it. We're so proud of you."

Just then, their coach, Kuroda-sensei, approached, interrupting their celebration. "Are you girls done eating?" she asked, a playful tone in her voice.

The Karasuno Boys quickly bowed to the Karasuno Girls. "Hello, boys. So, how was the game? Did you guys perform well?" Kuroda-sensei asked.

The boys nodded nervously, unable to contain their excitement. "You guys, we did great!" Kuroda-sensei exclaimed.

Kuroda-sensei smiled warmly. "I'm so proud of all of you. You guys did an amazing job."

The boys bowed and expressed their gratitude to Kuroda-sensei for her unwavering support.

"Well, we need to get going. We have another match to prepare for," Kuroda-sensei stated, preparing to leave.

𖤐 — ᡴꪫ ִ₊‧⁺˖๋࣭ ⭑ ᡴꪫ — ִ ࣪𖤐

⊂•Next Day•⊃

Inside the gym, the Karasuno Girls prepared to face their next opponent, Kanagawa. The taste of their recent victory had left them with a newfound sense of confidence, and whispers about their surprising win were still circulating among the spectators. Aeris, who had been kicked out a year ago, now found herself back on the court for the interhigh preliminaries, adding to the intrigue surrounding the team.

As the game began, the announcer's voice filled the gym, introducing the lineups of both teams. The tension in the air was palpable as the players took their positions on the court, ready to battle it out for their chance to advance further in the tournament.

The gym was filled with anticipation, and the Karasuno Girls were determined to give it their all once again, aiming to prove that their previous victory was no fluke. The match against Kanagawa promised to be a challenging test of their skills and teamwork, and they were prepared to face it head-on.

The match between Karasuno and Kanagawa had become a grueling battle of endurance and determination. Five sets in, the players were feeling the weight of the game, and the outcome hung in the balance.

Kanagawa had taken the first two sets, putting Karasuno on the back foot. Doubt began to creep into the minds of the Karasuno Girls. Could they really pull off another upset after their previous victory?

During the third and fourth sets, the tide began to turn. Karasuno found their rhythm, and their teamwork and spirit began to shine. The cheers of their supporters echoed in the gym, driving them to push harder. It was during these sets that Aeris injured herself, and she had to take a timeout, handing her position to Chizuru.

Aeris watched from the sidelines, a mix of emotions coursing through her. She felt a pang of fear that she might have let her team down by getting injured, but to her amazement, her teammates rallied in her absence. The Karasuno Girls, determined to fight through fatigue and adversity, made a stunning comeback, securing both sets and forcing the game into a fifth and final set.

The fifth set began, and Aeris knew she had to rejoin her teammates. Her injury was still there, but it was temporary, and she couldn't let it hold her back. With grit and determination, she stood up and returned to the court, determination burning in her eyes.

Aeris gave it her all in the fifth set, diving for balls, jumping to block, and leading her team's offense with incredible energy. Her teammates rallied around her, providing the support she needed. The gym was filled with the sound of their cheers and determination.

As the match reached its climax, the score was tied, and the tension was unbearable. Then, in a pivotal moment, Aeris used a perfectly executed dump pass, surprising their opponents and securing the winning point for Karasuno.

Aeris and her teammates cheered and embraced each other, reveling in the sweet taste of their hard-earned victory. The gym was alive with their joy, and even the spectators couldn't help but be in awe of the unnamed crows who had just created a new legacy.

Their journey had been filled with challenges and setbacks, but they had persevered and proved that they were a force to be reckoned with. The triumphant smiles on their faces were a testament to their determination and the unbreakable bond they shared as a team.

"Ladies and gentlemen, we have here the champions of the National High School Volleyball Championship, Takenodai High School! Congratulations on your victory. How are you feeling right now?" Interview asked

"Thank you so much! We're feeling ecstatic. It's a dream come true for all of us." Aeris replied

"We've worked so hard for this, and it's amazing to see our efforts pay off." Maki said 

"We couldn't be happier. This is a moment we'll remember for the rest of our lives." Hiroshi said

The memory was bittersweet because it was a reminder of the incredible victory they had achieved, but it was also tinged with a painful recollection.

« ֪ ׅ ֹ =͟͞ ♡
𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗗.
𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘬 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘴𝘶𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘮𝘺 𝘴𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘺, 𝘩𝘰𝘱𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘦𝘯𝘫𝘰𝘺 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 ♡

— sidenote
06/07/23: i wrote this last year and i've realize 5th set is for professional volleyball sorry for the confusion