Almost Isn't Enough

[momoiroheart]

Good work to everyone for making it as far as we could. But it wasn't enough once again. To all those teams who didn't make it don't think it's the end. I'm not giving up on mine and you shouldn't either. It's time to take things into our own hands if it's not cutting out for us.

Good luck to those making it through and to every team from our Toyama-- I hope you crush the competition.

Text to Aomine

Dai-chan... thanks for the other night. Sorry you had to see me like that especially before you had a big day ahead of you. Good luck, though I know you boys don't need it.


Text to Hanamiya

Hanamiya-kun... I have an idea and I know it might be crazy that I want to roll with it so soon but I just can't sit still while games are still being played. I know you and the rest of the team no doubt feels the same way. 


Text to Midorima

Midorin... I have a proposition for you and your team. Though I suppose we should ask our coaches too but... no reason we can't get the ball rolling ourselves.

[ooc: Momoi is going to set up a series of training/friendly matches with DMDU and any other teams that don't make it and want to use the time to practice. Since they were just going to play if they continued to win anyway there's no use in wallowing over it when the competition is free to practice too!]

Comments

[nantokacchi]

I'm sorry you guys lost. I was looking forward to our Hosei match. This tournament is tough, so many good teams being sent home. It's a different level from high school for sure.

[momoiroheart]

To knock out us and Midorin's school it must be. I was hoping to collect some good data from your team's match as well. It's too bad...

[nantokacchi]

True. Just hoping there aren't more casualties today. :/ Can't you just stay the rest of the week and get your data?

[momoiroheart]

No, being with my team matters more than collecting data on my own. Besides, I have plans in store for everyone returning to Toyama.

[nantokacchi]

Plotting harsh training already, Momocchi?

[momoiroheart]

Something like that~

[nantokacchi]

If you wanna come and help me deal with Aominecchi after the tournament, you're very welcome~

[momoiroheart]

I've already had to bail him out before. Perhaps I shouldn't have~

[aomine_daiki]

Hmp. You wish. I would've made it through without your help.

[momoiroheart]

Sure you would have, Dai-chan~

[nantokacchi]

Haha, perhaps not~

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[mistgenius]

Oh? What's your crazy idea? I hope it doesn't involve your cooking or hellish training. Ha, you know me too well. There's no way I can sit down after that bitter loss.

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[momoiroheart]

Hey! My cooking has improved thank you. Unless you're saying you're a failure of a teacher.

And I don't know about hellish... not yet anyway. I don't think any of you are ready or willing to do drills. So instead I was thinking of some friendly matches with DMDU~

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[mistgenius]

I will give you some credit, anything was better than your witches brew of a curry.~ Speaking of, we should arrange more lessons.

Not yet? Behind that angelic smile really is a demon. ... I'm down for that. I'm sure the rest of the team will love the idea. It's the best method of practice. Has Midorima agreed to it?

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[momoiroheart]

We don't speak of that.... But I'd enjoy some more lessons. I haven't been cooking much at all since I've been so busy between preparation for the tournament and school work.

A demon who gets results~ Much rather be that than a pushover of an angel thank you. I'm still waiting to hear from Midorin but I know this loss has him fuming as well.

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[mistgenius]

Taboo subject between the two of us, then? Maybe when everything isn't as crazy, we can experiment some more in cooking.

Spoken like the words of a true champion ready to crush their opponents. I like the way you think. Don't really blame the guy. Had no idea that ... whatever the school's name was, is so strong.

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[momoiroheart]

Must you use such scientific terms when referring to my cooking lessons?

Yes... it's quite odd I've never heard of these schools before either. I've got a lot of work ahead on gathering data for next year. But I'll save that for then... for now it's time to focus on us and our next opponent. I think you can learn a lot from Midorin and vice versa.

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[mistgenius]

Better than witches' brew?

You too? That's bizarre. Never even heard of any of the players, either. Yeah, with strong schools like these popping up, we need all the data we can get. Oh? I'll be looking forward to playing against him. Come to think of it, I don't believe I've ever played against Midorima in a match.

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[momoiroheart]

You're the witch. A chocolate brew sounds good right about now actually. Perhaps your chocolate addiction is rubbing off on me.

Yes I find it quite curious... but that's what happens when new players come in I suppose. Luck of the draw on making it further as well when you have a weak team one year and a strong one another. Don't worry I'll make sure none of that information passes us by again.

I'm excited to see you two face off. It'll be interesting to see how your and Midorin's styles clash on the court.

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[mistgenius]

Oh damn, that does sound really good. You wanna try and make it one day? I guess it's natural for people that have been around each other so long.

True, new players just come in and are unexpectedly really good. I believe in you. We won't let anyone catch us off guard again.

It'll definitely be interesting for sure. I'll be very cautious of his three point shots.

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[momoiroheart]

That sounds like a fun idea, yes let's~ And I suppose your right. The year really flew by. It's hard to believe I didn't know you too well before coming here.

Next time we'll be the team with all the surprises.

There's more than just that to worry about but don't worry you'll see that for yourself on the court.

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[mistgenius]

Kind of crazy how things worked out like that. Never would have guessed in a million years that I would befriend the manager of Teiko and I can honestly say that I'm glad I did.

Wonderful words. Yes, we'll be the one no one suspects of getting far.

Oh? You have me very intrigued. I'm looking forward to it.

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[momoiroheart]

You're too sweet, Hanamiya-kun. Still trying to lure me into a trap I'm sure but that's alright.

Please do Midorin's plays are really something up close.

[immagini]

Momoi-san, hang in there. Like you said, this is only the beginning. I'm sure you and your team can do this.

Strict drilling Momoi-san in action soon?

[momoiroheart]

Thank you Ennoshita-kun. I'll do everything I can for my team.

Not that you get to see, I know your team made it through. Sure you have the time to cheer on a rival school?

[immagini]

Never expected less from Bad Girl Momoi-san. All the very best.

I'm cheering on everyone. It's thrilling to see everyone evolve and get stronger with every wins and losses.

[momoiroheart]

Well I expect to hear more great things from you, Bad Boy Ennoshita-kun.

I know what you mean though. I'm still a bit torn on leaving and not getting that data I wanted but it just wouldn't feel the same unless I was facing them myself.

[immagini]

I will do my best, Momoi-san!

That is very true. The feeling of loss really does that to you, it pushes you harder. I wouldn't be surprised if the currently winning team goes to the bottom of the pit and those who lost comes out on top on the next year's tournaments.

[momoiroheart]

I must say it's a strange feeling being on an underdog team all of a sudden. But I don't mind the odds either just like you said. It's quite exciting.

[immagini]

Isn't it the most exciting when people look down on your team and you crush beat them mercilessly by a big margin?

(ooc: Strikes are deleted, oops.)

[momoiroheart]

It certainly is though I haven't been on that side of a match in quite a while. I have been on the receiving end enough to appreciate that effort though.

[heart_clips]

There's always next year as they say~ But still I see very many pouty faces.

[momoiroheart]

I'd say they're more than just a bit pouty, An-chan. Not always next year for everyone after all.

But you're right, no sense in giving up so soon either.

[heart_clips]

That's true, thankfully most of our regulars will be returning for spring. Just have to work harder.

[momoiroheart]

Indeed. It just means we all have extra time to do so.

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[midorimas]

What do you have in mind?

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[momoiroheart]

Practice matches between our schools. A series of team, one on one, and three on threes to lift. Let's use that frustrated energy for some real good.

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[midorimas]

I'll discuss it with my captain and the coach. I'm sure they'll say yes considering what happened today.

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[momoiroheart]

I've discussed with ours as well. We can get working on the other formalities as well soon after. I hope we can get things going as early as tomorrow. Don't want anyone to cool down too soon.

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[midorimas]

That sounds like a good plan. I usually start morning practice around 7. Did you have a time/place in mind?

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[momoiroheart]

I'm still working on the particulars but our school will definitely be available. I can arrange transportation happily since I would have just spent the money on staying in Nagoya otherwise~

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[midorimas]

I'll let you know if ours is as well. What time do you want to start?

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[momoiroheart]

To gather the other members I think 8 is a fair enough time. And we can explain and hopefully begin practice matches as early as 10 after I debrief you and your captain and coach.

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[midorimas]

8 works. We'll be there.

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[aomine_daiki]

Are you feeling better? Don't worry, I'll beat that damn school for you.

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[momoiroheart]

Yes, much thank you. I'll be excited to hear all about it. I expect a phone call at the very least.