The crowd was still buzzing from Sakuragi's block on Sendo. But under the basket, the atmosphere was becoming dangerous. Uozumi Jun, the "Big Boss" of Ryonan, was fuming.
"Don't get cocky, brat!" Uozumi roared, posturing against Sakuragi.
[System Notification: 'Monkey Tamer' Quest in progress.]
[Target Aggression Level: 85%.]
[Recommended Action: Use 'Provocateur' Title for a mental strike.]
Sakuragi leaned in closer, a mischievous glint in his eyes. "Hey, Monkey-king, is that the best you can do? Even my grandmother can jump higher than that. Are you sure you're a basketball player or just a tall decoration?"
Uozumi's face turned a deep shade of purple. He received the ball in the post and tried to back down Sakuragi with all his massive weight.
[Skill Activated: 'Gravity Anchor' (Passive).]
[Effect: Increases physical resistance by 15% when stationary.]
To Uozumi's shock, Sakuragi didn't budge. It was like trying to push a brick wall. Frustrated, Uozumi swung his elbows wide to clear space.
Whistle!
"Foul! Ryonan, Number 4! Offensive foul!" the referee shouted.
[Ding! Quest Completed: The Monkey Tamer!]
[Rewards: 150 System Points & Title: 'Court Provocateur' (Permanent).]
[Title Effect: Increases the chance of opponents making mistakes by 5% when you are trash-talking.]
Sakuragi fell to the floor dramatically, then winked at the Ryonan bench. "Oops, looks like the monkey lost his temper."
Akagi stared at Sakuragi, half-impressed and half-terrified. "I don't know if he's a genius or just the luckiest idiot alive."