With a perfect inning, Lin Guanglai struck out the top three batters of the Hanshin Tigers, making a strong statement to the players and fans in the first battle of the Japan series.
Stepping down from the pitcher's mound, Lin Guanglai started putting on the batting gear needed for his next appearance; Akiyama Koji approached him to remind him of things to be cautious about once he was up:
"Next time you're up to bat, Mason Jie might intentionally hit you, be careful not to get hurt..." Regarding the feud between his pupil and the Hanshin fans, Akiyama Koji had completely given up on resolving it—now as a manager, all he could do was advise Lin Guanglai to keep an eye on the changing situation in the field, and that's it.
"Don't worry, manager, before the game, I promised you that I'd win this match in a way that even Hanshin fans couldn't say a bad word—what just happened in that inning was just the beginning!"
