Tezuka's disappointment seemed to have more to do with the questionable candy than their tussle over cat ears. At least now they were seated and most of the pancakes were cooked (they could begin round two anytime with the remaining batter).

"Good morning, Tezuka-san," Zaizen said, touching the headband thoughtfully as Seigaku's former captain entered the room. "Akaya got a new tennis headband from a sponsor, but he doesn't like it. Would you like to try it on?"