Sayomi decided to walk around near the tennis courts where she knew there would be a lot of people.

"Hey Ryoma, I've got a fun idea."

"What?"

"Well there's plenty of people around, already snapping pictures and whispering."
"And?"
"So let's give them something to whisper about."

"That's not like you at all. Are we standing on a tennis court?"

They looked down at where they were standing. They had made their way into Shihobu Courts, through the crowd of people, and onto the first court.

"Oh, that makes sense now."

"So are we gonna make out or what?"
"What?!"

"We'll be all over the news in no time. It'll be fun!"

"No way. Make out sessions only when we're alone."

Ryoma pushed her off the tennis court and sat on a nearby bench.

"Something a little more discreet maybe?"

"At least hold my hand for a little."

"A few minutes, and that's it."

Ryoma reached for Sayomi's hand, his fingers becoming intertwined with hers. Everywhere they went, all eyes were on them, camera flashes blinding everyone.

"Gah, I need some sunglasses or something!"

"Yeah, like I said before, it'd be harder to play tennis if you were blind."

"Here Sayomi, take mine!"

"No no, mine!"

Crowds of people were pushing their way through to Sayomi, offering their sunglasses to her.

"I thought you said all this would have blown over by now."
"To be honest, I thought it would have."

"Well, you're obviously still a pretty big name here."

"I know! We should head over to Fletcher Courts and give Leah's dad some buisness!"

"Let's go back and get our stuff then."

Ryoma and Sayomi headed back home to get their tennis bags.

"Hey guys, back already?"
"I thought you weren't going to the tennis courts because they'd be packed."

"Psh, this is Sayomi we're talking about! If she wants to practice, people will make room."

"Oh quit kidding around, Leah. I'll just wait for an empty court like everyone else."
"But you're not like everyone else! You're pretty much famous!"

"Well, I guess we'll find out what happens when we get to Fletcher Courts."
"Fletcher Courts? Aren't you going to practice at Shihobu Courts?"

"Nah, I thought I'd go over to Fletcher Courts and give your dad some buisness."

"Okay! Have fun!"

They walked together to Fletcher Courts, attracting attention from all the locals.

"Excuse me, Sayomi?"
"Hm?"

"Who's that?"

"A friend from school."

"A 'friend', eh?"

"Yes, a friend. Now if you'll excuse me, I'm going to go practice for today's tournament."

"I wish you luck! I'll be watching the tournament!"

They continued on their way to Fletcher Courts. Sayomi took out her racket and attempted to spin it around her wrist.

"What are you doing?"
"Trying to spin it around my wrist like Eiji-senpai does."

"Just don't hit me."

"I promise you nothing."

"Put the racket down so no one gets hurt. Namely, me."

"Oh fine."

She put her racket back into her bag and threw it over her shoulder. When they arrived at Fletcher Courts, they attempted to push their way through the crowd, only to be pushed farther back. When Sayomi was recognized, the sea of people was parted and they were allowed to the front.

"Oh, thank you."
"Our pleasure, Miss Shihobu!"
"Just call me Sayomi!"

"It's our pleasure, Miss Sayomi!"
"...Good enough. Thanks again!"

They stepped onto the nearest court and Sayomi changed to her firey, competitive persona.

"Y'know Sayomi, I'm starting to like this special treatment."

"Me too. It's kinda fun."

"I could get used to this..."

"Maybe you can get some special treatment too, being a friend of mine."

"Sounds like fun."
"They'll be talking about us for days!"
"Then let's give them something to talk about."

"Nah, I'm gonna save the flashy stuff for the tournament."

"Is this one going to be televised?"

"I dunno, let's ask."

"But who?"
"Anyone."

She raised her voice and asked the entire crowd.

"Does anyone know if the tournament is going to be televised?"

A barrage of answers came at her, most of them being yes.

"Thank you!"

"So looks like your fame is going to get a huge boost."

"That wasn't my intention, but yes. And it seems you might get some fame too."

"But it'll all be over after this week. We'll be normal people again when we get back to Japan."

"Oh, could I ask one more thing about the tournament?"
"What?"
"Go easy on them."

"Are we going to be playing against people as bad as your friends?"
"Maybe, I dunno."

"Damn. And why can't we play against the 15-year olds?"

"Because I want to play against the 12-year olds."

"Wow, you really want to win that badly?"

"No, I just want to play against people my own age."

"So then why can't I play against the 15-year olds?"

"Because I want you to play with me. And besides, we already signed up."