My dear friends,
Yesterday I underwent a daunting surgery with very tough odds of survival. The disease was so bad, most of my blood had to be drained out, and the surgeons with a like blood type had to donate some of their own blood. Whoever among you has been praying for my survival, it would seem your prayers have been answered.
Unfortunately, I can never return to your team, because my doctor said I not only have to stay in hospital and rest for a few days, I won't be able to compete in a lacrosse game for about a year, let alone exercise for several months. It's because of me that you got this far in the finals this year, so I have a favor to ask of you.
It's true that I will not be with you in your coming final game. However, I ask one thing, and one thing only: that you win this one for the captain. I would hate to think that I'm the only reason why the team has had a winning season. Give it the best you've got, and may the good speed be with you!
Your captain,
Misumi Nagisa