I Enrolled in the School of the Final Boss in a Baseball Novel Chapter 4

Chapter 4

The beef restaurant we went to for dinner was packed. Judging by the baseball bats and gloves placed inside their bags, it seemed like they had come from playing baseball too.

The meal ended quickly, with the uncle from the neighbouring apartment tearfully handing over his credit card for payment, bringing the dinner to a smooth conclusion.

During that process, I figured out how to use my <Copy All (L)>.

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<Name: Jang Woo-joo>

<Age: 19>

<Skill>

<Stats>

<Power: 57>

<Speed: 59>

<Stamina: 60>

<Accuracy: 56>

<Defense: 51>

***

First, I learned that the Copy All condition appears even if I have no prior connection with the person.

***

<Name: Choi Won-jo>

<Age: 18>

<Skill>

<Control: 51>

<Velocity: 129 km/h>

<Stamina: 50>

<Mentality: 31>

***

Second, each person has different skills, and the difficulty of copying those skills varies greatly.

Oh, I just got <Lucky Shot>. It was the skill of the uncle I struck out at the end, and the condition was riding in the same car to the restaurant.

The effect is simple—it increases the chance of hitting a blooper, a lucky hit. In baseball, it can come in handy when fielders collide, lose the ball in the sun, a ball bounces unpredictably on a rough ground, or a shift is adjusted but the ball goes the other way.

‘Whether it’s lucky or not, it’s a skill that increases my chance of getting a hit. I can’t complain.’

With this, I now have one Epic-grade skill and one Rare-grade skill.

The Epic-grade skill window glowed red, the Rare-grade skill window blue, and the Legendary-grade skill window gold.

If I ever get a History-grade skill, with its black and luxurious golden border, it would feel like looking at a truly magnificent treasure chest.

“…One month left, huh, until the entrance test.”

Haneul High is a private high school run by a corporation. Unlike national schools, it can select students based on criteria… and as I didn’t come from Haneul Middle School, the only way for me to get into Haneul High is to pass this practical test.

And just in time, I received an email requesting me to record my desired position and my middle school records, so here I am, filling out the form on my computer.

‘Position… let’s put down everything except catcher.’

As a catcher, I learned the hard way during my time with the national youth team. It’s not a role for just anyone.

In baseball, if you were to pick the three most gruelling positions, it would probably be shortstop, second baseman, and catcher.

‘Besides, Haneul High already has someone holding down the catcher spot until the protagonist’s third year… I’d just be a backup if I tried.’

There’s a catcher there who is extremely supportive of skilled players but very strict with those who aren’t. It seems Kim Si-hoo may have been influenced by him…

‘…I’ll stay away from catching and only fill in if absolutely necessary.’

What I’m aiming for is the method the protagonist used to defeat Haneul High—a strategy that involves breaking down the outfield.

‘Haneul High traditionally has poor defense and pitching.’

They rely on their overwhelmingly strong batting lineup to win, and I’ve never seen a game where their pitcher throws a complete game shutout.

This changes gradually after Kim Si-hoo joins, but my plan is to leverage that improvement, secure a starting position, use my dominant team career to acquire various skills, and make my way into the pros.

‘…This time, I have to succeed.’

That’s what the author said to me back then.

[Position Selection]
Pitcher [0], Infielder [0], Outfielder [0], Catcher [X], Manager [X]

“There’s no way I’ll lose to a guy who ditches his girlfriend and bolts for the majors.”

I’ll make sure he never reaches the majors. When the time comes for him to awaken later, well, that’s another story…

…

Time passed, and one month later.

<Name: Lee Seo-jun>

<Age: 17>

<Power: 80>

<Speed: 82>

<Stamina: 72>

<Accuracy: 80>

<Defense: 89>

<Control: 90>

<Velocity: 148 km/h>

<Stamina: 72>

<Mentality: 95>

<Copy All (L)>,

<Lucky Shot (R)>,

<Master (L)>,

<Plate Discipline (E)>,

<Finishing Pitch (R)>,

<When using the designated pitch with two strikes, the strikeout chance slightly increases.> (Current pitch: Sweeper)

I looked at my greatly improved stats with a smile as I rode in the car toward Haneul High.

‘That was some intense training.’

Well, honestly, I picked up all the quests the system gave me and faced many talented players in matches against other community clubs.

‘Especially, <Master (L)>, that one’s a game-changer.’

Just by watching the movie Perfect Pitch, which features the legendary showdown between Sun Don-yeol and Choi Dong-il, the condition for this skill was unlocked.

As expected from a movie depicting a legendary match, the reward matched its reputation.

‘The requirement of throwing 1,200 pitches was tough, though…’

I managed it by throwing about 80 pitches at a moderate pace each session, so it took about two weeks.

The results were astounding. Even when I threw nine straight fastballs down the middle, their movement became so nasty that hitters couldn’t keep up, even right down the middle.

Its synergy with <Pitching Machine (E)>, which enhances Pitch Quality and Velocity when throwing the same pitch consecutively, was top-notch.

If used properly with <Finishing Pitch (R)>, I could throw two fastballs and finish with a sweeper for an easy strikeout.

‘The downside is that I have no skills as a hitter…’

My batting stats have increased a lot, but the only skill I have on that side is Plate Discipline.

‘Well, I’m not too worried, though…’

With those stats, I could hold my own even in an independent league.

And among the legendary prospects at Haneul High, I should be able to secure a spot in the starting lineup.

-Screech…

“Son, we’re here.”

Looking out the window, a large gate with the words [Haneul High School] greeted me.

“The test is at 6, right?”

“Yes, I’ll call you when I’m done.”

“Okay, if I’m not working late, I’ll pick you up after.”

And with that, my father headed off to work.

Since I had come with him on his commute, I arrived quite early. It wasn’t spring yet, so it was a bit chilly… but I figured I could pass some time by looking around the school slowly.

“…”

Why is the swimming pool as big as our apartment’s parking lot?

“…Insane.”

Haneul High School is a prestigious school with the most titles in the Blue Dragon Trophy, Phoenix Trophy, and President’s Cup, so I understand, but…

“Why is the field so huge?”

It’s on a different level compared to the baseball field back at our apartment. While the distance from home plate to the warning track at the apartment field was in the 90-meter range, even the shortest parts of Haneul High’s field were 95 meters.

‘It’s practically a professional stadium.’

And it’s even a dome stadium.

‘It really shows how much the GL Group has invested in Haneul High.’

No wonder they’re a strong team.

As I marvelled at the baseball facilities and looked around…

“Huh? Are you also a new recruit for the baseball team? You’re not wearing the Haneul Middle uniform, so you must be here for the test!”

I met someone.

“Nice to meet you. The Haneul Middle kids are already waiting at the dormitory… It’s your first time at Haneul High, so you might not know your way around. I’m out for a walk, so… alright, let me show you around Haneul High!”

She was a character from [3X3], and she later became a coach for the NHK Heroes after serving as the manager of Haneul High’s baseball team.

“My name is Epinel. Nice to meet you!”

She was the manager of Haneul High School and a key figure in their data-driven baseball approach.

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