by Lionel Messi·Translated by Novel AI Studio
Siwoo Baek, a cheerful boy haunted by past trauma, arrives at Terra High, reluctantly swayed by manager Dahee Jung. His raw, exceptional talent for volleyball, especially his devastating spike and seamless coordination as a wing spiker, is undeniable. But the memory of harsh training and being held back from the sport he once loved casts a long shadow, making him hesitate at crucial moments. His first major test: a brutal match against Jangang High, pitting him against the formidable Yongsub. Yongsub's intimidating presence, even in a sportsmanlike gesture, rattles Siwoo. What begins as a losing battle, 1-3 to 5-9, turns into a nail-biting struggle for survival, ending with a narrow 12-11 victory. Siwoo's potential is clear, but his emotional scars threaten to cap his ascent in a world where volleyball reigns supreme, a global phenomenon connecting nations like Korea, Japan, Russia, and the USA. Can he overcome his inner conflict before the court consumes him?
