The Prince of Tennis Episode 35 Recap
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In a crucial match against Xingyao, Lu Xia, a burgeoning talent, faces Jinuo, a candidate for Xingyao's next captain. Lu Xia starts strong, even employing a "Zero Degree Drop Shot," a technique he replicated from Mu Siyang, aiming to fulfill Mu Siyang's wishes and intimidate Xingyao. Jinuo, angered by Lu Xia's play, intensifies his efforts, quickly catching up. During a break, Qi Na advises Lu Xia to focus on the ball, not the opponent's style.
Lu Xia has an epiphany, recalling advice given to him, and starts to truly enjoy tennis. This newfound enjoyment allows him to release his bottled-up emotions, develop his own unique style, and ultimately overpower Jinuo, winning the match 6-4. Yu Qing celebrates their victory, securing their spot in the National Tournament. Lu Xia confidently tells Jinuo he still has much to learn. Immediately after the match, the team rushes Mu Siyang to the hospital for his hand injury.
While waiting for the results, Chi Dayong confides in Tang Jiale, apologizing for not playing and expressing his fear of becoming a burden due to Tang Jiale's rapid growth. Tang Jiale reassures him, emphasizing that they are partners, a "golden combination," and he wants to rebuild their partnership. Mu Siyang initially reports that his hand is fine, merely an old injury acting up, bringing relief to the team.
To celebrate their victory, He Xinglong invites everyone to his shop for roast goose. Coach and Qi Na deliver enthusiastic speeches, which the hungry team humorously tries to ignore as they secretly devour the food. However, the celebration is cut short when Mu Siyang receives a phone call from the hospital; the deeper examination results are not good, and he needs to return the next day.
Later that evening, Qi Ying and Lu Xia walk home and spot a shooting star, with Qi Ying wishing for Yu Qing to win the National Championship. Zhuo Zhi, sensing Mu Siyang's distress, accompanies him home and likely makes a silent wish for his recovery. The next day, the coach announces the grim news: Mu Siyang must leave the team immediately for surgery in Germany, otherwise, he may never play tennis again.
Mu Siyang privately explains to Zhuo Zhi that he has no regrets, believing the team's significant growth since the start of the competition allows him to leave with peace of mind. The teammates, including a secretly worried Lu Xia who checks hospital routes, plan a tight schedule to visit Mu Siyang. Yan Zhiming prepares quick meals so they can finish training promptly.
On their way, they encounter the Hai Guang Middle School team, but no words are exchanged as they prioritize their visit. Upon arrival, Yan Zhiming instructs them to maintain a cheerful demeanor to lift Mu Siyang's spirits. However, they find Mu Siyang's room empty, as he has gone for a walk in the garden. In the garden, Mu Siyang unexpectedly meets Bai Shiting, the captain of Hai Guang Middle School, who is also hospitalized.
Despite being potential future rivals, they connect over their health issues and wish each other a swift return to the court. Later, Ji Jingwu calls Mu Siyang to apologize for inadvertently contributing to his injury recurrence and informs him that he has arranged Mu Siyang's hospital and accommodation in Germany, eagerly anticipating a fair match upon his return.
