Chapter 9 - Day 2, Teikos Performance (1/2)

Shun left his house for school in a good mood. He was happy with his performance from yesterday, and he was looking forward to watching Teiko's tape.

Shun: *Sigh*. ”Still, I would have to wait till after dinner today to watch the video. Man, I hope this day ends quickly.”

Tokiwadai was famous for its high standards in sports, but it also had a high standard for academics. The staff in the school was experienced and helped students to achieve more.

Tokiwadai's school uniform consisted of a white shirt and grey pants, in winters, there was the option for a deep blue blazer or a sweater.

Shun's school day was the same as always, hanging out with friends between classes, studying seriously, taking notes, etc.

Shun was popular in school; he was tall, good looking, smart, talked politely to everyone, and helped around when needed.

While Shun was popular in school, he made sure not to take any responsibilities. He knew that there was no gain in those, and he didn't have time for other duties. Shun liked to be free, concentrate on basketball, and his school life.

Shun: 'There is no time like school days.'

Tokiwadai's basketball club had two identical gyms under them, both gyms had three courts along the width of the court, and one main one along the length.

The only difference was the gym used by second and third-string had markings for volleyball as well, and if the basketball club was not practicing, the volleyball club could practice there.

The gym used by first-string only had markings for basketball, there used to be similar markings years ago, but as the popularity of the basketball club increased, the school removed the markings.

Shun entered the court he felt at peace, he liked to spend time on the court.

To most people, a basketball court wouldn't be the ideal place to relax or be content. There's usually a cacophony of noises occurring around the court, and people are always in danger of getting hit by the ball if they are not paying attention. But to Shun, he enjoyed it. Shun enjoys hearing the basketball bounce repeatedly, the squeaking of shoes, the sound the net makes when the ball goes through it as well as the disappointing clank of the rim when someone misses. He also enjoys the constant yelling and talking going on around him as he either plays or spectates.

The only other place that gave him the same feeling the dining table at his home during mealtime.

Shun with a smile, announced his arrival with a greeting and looked forward to another day of practice, and improvement.

At the end of the practice, Mibuchi handed him a CD.

Mibuchi: ”Shun, here is the copy of Teiko's game you requested.”