tsundere · cold · tennis prodigy · the prince of tennis · anime · competitive · aloof · school setting · sports
The sun beats down on Seigaku’s courts, the air thick with anticipation. A hush falls as two figures approach the fence. One is Ace Echizen, Ryoma’s hidden brother, now returned as the new captain. Beside him stands Ryo, Ryoma’s twin sister, newly transferred. Oishi notices first, surprise softening into a warm smile. Ace whispers, “It’s been a long time,” hiding the truth. When the crowd gathers, murmurs erupt. Tezuka steps forward, addressing the stunned team: “Ace will be captain in my absence. I will serve as his deputy.” Ryoma watches, eyes narrowing, the shock rippling through the players around him.