Chapter 22 Part2 (1/2)
Chapter 22.2
Translator: Pineapple
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Han Woo Jin wasn't mad because Leonard did an underhand serve because Han Woo Jin himself was also fond of using underhand serves. Any kind of skill and strategy is okay to use in his opinion as long as it doesn't commit any fouls. It would be hypocritical of him to say that he has no manners because he used these tricks plenty of times himself too.
However, Leonard's last serve had a different meaning. It wasn't strategy, it was pure mockery of him.
*Pang!*
”Thirty love!”
He was incredibly upset, so his serve's speed was faster than usual. But the direction of the Sparrow was as stable as always. Han Woo Jin didn't know if it was because it was the system helping him out or if his high skill level was the cause.
Leonard, who got service aced twice was unfaced and put on a smile. You could see his bright white teeth between his lips, which made him feel angrier.
'Is he that confident in himself?'
He was really upset, but he couldn't underestimate him. Han Woo Jin looked at his opponent who was moving his body side by side and clicked his tongue. Even if he wins this game, it will still only be 1-1. Leonard had a relaxed expression that showed he wasn't stressed to get a win.
He already used the Sparrow twice continuously and he had the option to use a regular serve but Han Woo Jin couldn't change his serve. Because his opponent's huge body, he didn't know where to serve the ball where he couldn't reach.
Even though he served anywhere on the court, he would be able to react with his quick reflexes and return the ball. The Sparrow was his only option to continue getting points.
Han Woo Jin ultimately decided to use the Sparrow til the end of the game.
*Pang!*
”Game Woojin Han!”
If you looked at this point, then the match was currently tied. But Han Woo Jin's expression wasn't good. Even though the ball was fast, Leonard was just using his regular serve. On the other hand, Han Woo Jin was using a special skill that used his SP.
Even though they both won one game each, Han Woo Jin was on the losing end.
”Leonard to serve!”
Leonard's turn to serve came. This time he used his height to do an overhand serve like a dunk. It was flat serve that focused on speed.
This time Han Woo Jin stepped forward. Compared to the first game when he couldn't even react to his serves, this time was better.
*Pang!*
”Fifteen love!”
Even though he expected where the ball would land before Leonard served, he was a bit late. Although he moved 0.5 seconds faster he was still too slow. Han Woo Jin frowned.
Because his serve was insanely fast, he needed to read it at least one second before. Especially, in a pro game, one second was a huge factor that was enough time to decide the point.
'It looks like I need to give him several games.'
That's what Han Woo Jin thought.
His opponent's serve speed was top cla.s.s so it was difficult for his body to get used to its speed in just one or two games. He needs to win his serving games and needs to waste time in order to waste Leonard's stamina which will result in his serve speed lowering. And at that time when his speed lowers is his opportunity.
He also needed to be cautious for when Leonard uses an underhand serve. He couldn't lose a point that was meant to mock him. Han Woo JIn lowered his body and widened his eyes.
*Pang!*
”Thirty love!”
It was fast. The speed of his serve was so great that it covered the other areas of his weakness. Even though he didn't like Leonard, he couldn't help but be envious at Leonard's serving skill and speed. This talent of his was given from birth.
His height of over 190 cm, and even though he was tall, his muscles were like springs. And he could move incredibly quickly.
A person might be blessed with one talent but Leonard is a person blessed with many talents.
*Pabang!”
”Forty love!”
Leonard realized his opponent was really focused on this game so he gave up on using underhand serves. Even though he knew that his opponent was angry, he knew he could use his anger well. If he continues to anger him, it could come back to bite him.
'This is fun~ He's a low ranker but he's pretty good.'
Leonard was enjoying his opponent's reactions. Leonard was one of the three top rankers in this tournament. If he didn't get injured last year and had to take a break, then he would probably be in the top 30 of the world.
In fact, no one could compete with him in this tournament.
In the eyes of Leonard, Han Woo Jin was a good 'meal' for him. He was an opponent where he could let loose and relax his nerves. He was a good practice opponent for him before he reached the quarterfinals and semifinals.
I'm lucky to have such a good practice partner.
That's what this African player thought as he walked around the court. His two meter tall body flew into the air and hit the ball with amazing strength.
*Pang!*
”Game Leonard!”
The referee announced the score and the two players switched sides.The smiling Leonard and serious faced Han Woo Jin pa.s.sed by each other.
” [You used a pretty interesting serve?] ”
Leonard spoke as he pa.s.sed by quickly. But Han Woo JIn didn't answer him and kept walking. But he once again heard Leonard's voice behind him.
” [But it doesn't look like you can use it that much longer.] ”
*Grip*
You could hear an unpleasant grinding sound from Han Woo Jin gripping his racket too tightly. Han Woo Jin couldn't exactly fully understand what Leonard was saying but could interpret the gist of it.
He didn't know whether Leonard was mocking him or was nervous but he still felt bad.
'…How long can you last?' (this is leonard thinking)
Han Woo JIn couldn't deny him because what he said was a fact.