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(RINKAI!)

(Episode 7: Graduation Commemorative Game) Graduation is one month away.

We are training hard to prepare for

the third record meeting

and final graduation examination.

In order to meet the expectation from those who have been supporting us,

Hiratsuka's concern,

and to live up to our dreams,

we have to be cyclist,

whatever it takes.

It's finally come to this.

Kuma will surely catch up.

So let's just move forward first.

We'll lead the way for her.

We will become cyclists!

Go for it!

You've been training very hard

for the past ten months.

Next, I will announce the results of the graduation examination.

We will evaluate whether you are suitable for being a qualified cyclist

from the results of the three record meetings and various subjects,

as well as the attitude of the usual training.

After comprehensive assessments, I declare

all 18 students in L14

have qualified.

Congratulations!

That's great!

Our efforts haven't been in vain.

That's great!

One more piece of good news.

Every year, the training camp holds a graduation commemorative game.

Thanks to the local government's support,

this year's game will be held at the Ito Hot Spring Bicycle Race Arena.

In my hometown?

Are we going to race there?

Due to the outstanding performance of Hiratsuka Nana, who graduated early,

expectations are high for you all.

The game will also be broadcast live on the Internet.

The graduation commemorative game is a real game.

But it has nothing to do with the results of the training camp, nor will it be recorded in the actual game performance,

it is just the first and last chance

to compete with all your peers.

This is a celebration for you, so enjoy it!

Yes!

FEMALE RACERS ONLY MALE RACERS NOT ALLOWED

Thanks to Hiratsuka Nana, we have some fame. But it feels weird.

It's understandable.

Since she officially entered the game, she has won her seniors

12 games in a row,

and she only lost to Mukomachi.

And she's been racing as a member of the international team.

She is still so impressive.

Hiratsuka hasn't lost once in the training camp.

No matter the ranking or timing results, every time she gets the first place.

Well, she raised the bar for all of us.

Just because of this,

I hope that when I become a professional, if I meet her on the game,

I could race against her without fear.

I have to do it.

Izumi, you have changed.

You are so determined now.

Is that so?

I would try

to get in the finals of graduation commemorative game,

in order to compete with you.

TERM L14 GROUPING FOR GRADUATION COMMEMORATIVE GAME

FIRST GROUP: ITO IZUMI

SECOND GROUP: MAEBASHI MIDORI

THIRD GROUP: HIROSHIMA RENMI

The top two in each group advance to the finals, right?

Yes, I would try my best.

The results of the third record meeting are as what I announced.

I've made room for you like we said.

There is no precedent for this, but permission is obtained from many parties.

It's up to you now.

Thank you very much.

May I take some time to think about it?

Okay.

L14 GRADUATION RECORD MEETING RESULTS ITO IZUMI: GOLDEN CAP

Izumi will definitely surpass you.

You care too much about her.

You are awake already?

Because I heard the director's voice.

You were thinking about Izumi, weren't you?

You're wondering if she deserves to be your rival before she turns professional.

Exactly.

However…

It's really incredible.

You've always been calm.

She's the only person you care about,

whether it's good or bad.

But considering the reality

it's exhausting to compete in the graduation commemorative game

right after finishing the game here.

Don't exhaust yourself.

So hot!

ITO HOT SPRING BICYCLE RACE ARENA

GRADUATION COMMEMORATIVE GAME

Never thought I'd see the day.

I've lived in this city of bicycle race for 50 years,

but I never thought that my family would have a cyclist.

She hasn't officially participated in a game yet.

Don't be that dramatic.

Isn't that Mr. Kasuga?

You've also come to watch the game?

Are you here to cheer up for my Midori?

Thank you for coming.

I'm sorry to let you down.

I am the Master of Ito Izumi,

in name only, though.

Ito Izumi?

Midori said she is a rival!

I didn't expect she is your student.

What a coincidence.

What a fate!

You're still so noisy.

Well, let's just let them race it out.

The winner buys juice!

I got it.

I wish you enjoy watching, so see you later!

Who is he?

A professional wrestler?

He is Maebashi Gunma of the Level S, Grade S,

the best man in the current bicycle race.

Despite his careless appearance, he is a theoretical player.

He should be able to dominate for a while longer.

I want to be just like him.

Better not.

All set.

Though I've ridden many times during training,

thinking about going on the track still makes me nervous.

We're going to live like this

every day.

Training and diet are all self-managed.

Be strict with yourself and take responsibility for yourself.

If you don't achieve anything, then you won't earn money.

How scary, I'm starting to worry now.

No problem.

Today is the last chance to ride with my peers,

let's just enjoy.

And today there's network broadcast.

Kuma will surely watch.

Yes, so we have to do well.

Kuma.

You are really amazing.

You could cheer everyone up even you are not around

and motivate us.

Izumi is coming.

She seems a bit nervous.

I want to see. Let me see.

Judging from her performance at the training camp,

she could win.

Real game isn't that simple.

Nobody can predict what would happen in bicycle race.

Kuma, I hope you can see us racing,

and then catch up with us.

I will be strong enough not to lose to you.

The final of L14 Graduation Commemorative Game

will be held at 3 PM.

PRELIMINARY RESULTS: ITO 2ND; MAEBASHI 1ST; HIROSHIMA 1ST Congratulations, Takama.

You got the 2nd place, really impressive.

It's amazing you made it to the final.

Everyone will notice you,

and the media will flock to you too.

Sorry, Miko.

Why are you still depressed?

I know you're upset about the results from the finish line camera.

I made a promise to you,

yet I lost the primary. I'm sorry.

It's okay. I would love to be in the final with you, though,

after all, Hiroshima is competitive.

So is Toyohashi.

Thank you.

Yes, I slowed down for a moment and then fell behind.

So I lost.

That's how it is in the game.

The track here is a little different from the training camp.

I just happened to get second.

I'd be happy just to make it to the final.

I'll try not to get in others' way.

I used to think the same way.

But then I understood.

No matter what game you participate in, no matter what opponent you face,

no matter whether you have a chance to win,

you can't give up the game.

Giving all out in every game

is what a professional does.

Isn't that what Kuma does?

Right.

Thank you, Izumi.

You really are getting stronger.

Not at all.

I just…

I want to survive in this world.

This is my determination.

No, no. Izumi, you have indeed become stronger.

You just successfully anticipated the other players' moves, right?

What do you mean?

When we watched Nago racing…

Is she going to sprint now? Is Nago going to sprint?

Hiroshima is right behind.

I don't think it's time to sprint.

Toyohashi is going to make a move.

You perfectly anticipated her move.

How did you know that?

What do you mean?

Did I ever say that?

You did.

I heard it too.

-Here you go. -Thank you

I was about to use it.

Izumi, maybe you bring

the special ability you developed while helping your family run a hotel

to the bicycle race.

You seemed like a very perceptive waitress back there.

Such as pouring water to guests in time or providing needed items.

Could it be that this ability allows you to anticipate the moves of others?

Really, Izumi?

You're amazing!

No no. I don't have such an ability.

It's just my habit.

I've been watching guests since I was a kid,

so I developed the habit unconsciously.

It's just subconscious behavior.

I can't use it into the game.

But you just did it.

Bicycle race isn't just about leg strength.

Tactics are also the key to winning.

Effective use of tactics can give you an advantage.

I think it's worth a try.

But

isn't that a little deceptive?

Not at all!

It's just that you have a keen observation.

Is that so?

But it's a bit difficult for me to do that on purpose.

I feel very lucky to be in the final of the graduation commemorative game.

I'll do my best no matter what.

Please support me.

Midori is so cute!

Look, senior.

My daughter is so cute, right?

Yes, cute indeed.

I'm not giving her to you.

I won't take your daughter.

Thank you for coming.

I'm sorry I didn't go to greet you, even though the training camp is nearby.

Don't be.

Like I said before, now I'm just the owner of a Dagashi shop.

No, the only reason I could stay active until I retired

is because of your guidance.

Thank you for taking care of Izumi.

She seems more capable than I expected.

All students are all my beloved students.

I don't favor on anyone.

But I think Ito Izumi is fully capable of becoming a professional cyclist.

I hope she will not let you down.

There are 18 students in total.

Six in each group in the preliminary, which I can understand.

I heard the final is also with 6 people?

Doesn't third place in the preliminary count?

Exactly.

Because today is an event for them.

E-Everyone, listen.

Miko, what's wrong?

She's here.

She's coming!

I caught up.

Hiratsuka!

Please allow me

to join you in the graduation commemorative game.

I know it's a selfish request.

And I'm sorry I missed the preliminaries.

But

I want to participate in.

Please.

Next comes an announcement.

Hiratsuka Nana, who graduated from the L14,

will also make an exception

to participate in the final of the graduation commemorative game.

Here she comes. This is going to be exciting.

Isn't Hiratsuka abroad?

I heard she came back especially for this game.

Is she that good?

Yes, although she has just officially entered the game.

At this rate, she would be queen soon.

This is really delicious.

Is she the one who went home with Izumi before,

yet left before she could eat your food?

Is that so? What a pity.

Although she did not have to participate in the preliminaries,

it took her a 14-hour flight to get all the way here.

This would put a great strain on her body.

Moreover, her race bicycle is also borrowed.

Even so, Hiratsuka still has absolute strength and experience.

I wonder how they will cope.

Kurume is right.

She does look different to me than the others.

So…

I didn't write anything else in the letter.

IZUMI: GOOD LUCK!

I recognized Kumamoto Ai,

but was not willing to recognize Ito Izumi.

This means she…

Watch me, Kuma!

She's rushing to the front!

She's really spirited!

I can't replace anyone,

but I want to express my feelings

and my soul.

I'll stay here for now,

and wait for Renmi to take action.

Now it's just a matter of how far can I go with my legs.

The biggest threat lies behind!

If I speed up too soon, I'll be overtaken by Hiratsuka.

But if I ride too slowly, I'll also be overtaken by Hiratsuka!

I must find the right time!

Everyone's looking out for No.4.

That's for sure.

Normally, Hiratsuka usually wins by a landslide.

Go for it, Midori! Midori!

I wish I could do like Nago said,

to predict when Hiratsuka will speed up.

It's easy to say.

Takama is amazing!

So cool, just like Kuma!

Midori is so fast today!

No. 1 is pretty good.

She knew the players behind her were going to pin each other down,

so she sped up first, trying to win with the strength of her legs.

To me, she's just trying her best.

Is that okay?

Izumi seems to be falling behind.

Dad.

One and a half laps to go.

When will she speed up? Still a while to go?

At this rate, Maebashi will take the lead!

Darn it, Hiratsuka Nana!

Now's the time!

My legs feel so heavy!

-Here. -I have to go!

Here she comes.

Just like that time!

No, it's different!

I want to win!

I must win!

Hiratsuka, you are special.

I might not like you very much.

The person who should be by my side is…

This is my determination.

She's not that special.

Sorry, I'm not doing it for Kuma this time,

but for myself.

I want to beat Hiratsuka!

Who's first?

What about Midori? Did she keep her third place?

You guys have been cyclists for years,

can't you even tell?

Next announces the results from the finish line camera.

First place, No. 7, Ito Izumi.

Second place, No. 4, Hiratsuka Nana.

Third place, No. 6, Maebashi Midori.

Izumi!

Hiratsuka has lost!

Ito Izumi. Kurume's prediction has come true!

This year really is full of strong competitors!

Well done, Midori!

Are you going to eat or cry?

Let's call it a pass.

Although the game was quite unfavorable for the opponent,

for someone who has been an amateur so far,

her performance is still worthy of praise.

Hiratsuka.

Thank you for coming.

I'm actually quite troubled.

I'm not sure what Kumamoto Ai said

were true or not.

But

I'm really glad I could finish the game with you all.

Sorry, Hiratsuka.

We didn't give you a proper farewell when you graduated early.

Thank you for your letters.

Well!

I was a little out of line.

I'm sorry.

Thank you all.

Now I can officially graduate too.

By the way, can I say one last thing?

Hiratsuka Nana isn't that special.

Rinkai League Rookie Final?

Next April?

That is a game for players who have achieved outstanding results

within two years of turning professional, right?

Yes. When you guys turn professional,

the contestants will be chosen for the second half of the year,

and I will be there

to take back what I lost today.

Not just Izumi,

I want to compete with you guys

as professionals.

So,

I hope you can beat the seniors and participate in this game.

Of course I will try hard too.

Good idea.

A year later?

A real game after becoming a professional.

-Okay. -I'm looking forward to it.

I'll wait for you ahead.

See you next time at the bicycle race arena.

PLAYER ID CARD: NO. L14118 ITO IZUMI

So, we finally

took the first step as a cyclist.

Today, we are officially cyclists.

I am Ito Izumi of L14.

But at that time I didn't know

once those seniors who seemed very friendly

get on their bicycles,

they would turn into monsters.

Okay.

Miss Mukomachi, what do you think is the hardest thing being a professional?

Let me think.

It must be the cheers before the game.

Some people yell "Marry Me" or "I Love You" or something like that.

I'm surprised you can still focus on the game?

Because I am a professional.