Even if you don't update again, so far this has been my favourite prince of tennis fic. You're a wonderful writer! Thank you for all of your hardwork :)

I haven't even read the story yet all I want to say is your a trooper you been doing this story for 10 years and courting man that half my life right there

You should update dude, it's so good :)

Hey there! I found this story a week ago i think and I fell in love with it! I am a liitle bit sad to see that you dont really have any motivation any more but if thats how you want it I am happy. Then about this chapter I absolutely loved the izumi x fuji part and I adorred the RyoSaku part if you make more chapters I will be there for sure ! Love May -

I am guilty of being one of your silent readers for years xD

I never really knew what to say but now, well, I want to try my hardest because I love this story so much and your writing.

You see, when I was a freshman in high school back in '08, I met a girl who introduced our friend group to FF . net and I was pulled into the world of Tenipuri fanfics and this fic was one of the first Tenipuri OC fics I ever read and I was /hooked/!

Because of this fic, I gave Tenipuri x OC fics a try.

As you know, back then, Tenipuri x OC fics were more popular than they are now, they could be found by the bunches and they had a steady author base but now, we don't see it as much and honestly, I think it's sad.

I feel like we lost a part of the fandom in a sense by the loss of creators of anything involving OC's and it's an honest shame.

I think in a way a lot of people are afraid to post or continue posting OC centered or based content because they feel like they won't get any readers or reviews.

So, for that reason I treasure fics like yours all the more. Alongside some of the older either Chara x OC or OC!Team fics that are still around, even the ones that will never be continued.

So thank you so much for keeping TCAFS up when you could've, like many others, taken it down.

This probably sounds silly and honestly, I'm kinda all over the place trying to write this out so I'm sorry if it's all jumbled and doesn't make sense.

I honestly love this fic so much, and with the exception of last year, have come back to this fic at least once a year to re-read it.

Do you know, I still get excited everytime I read it? That, at 25 years old I still feel like I'm 14 again and reading this for the first time? That, in all honesty, your writing style is timeless, this story is timeless, and I can still appreciate all of this in it's beauty even 11 years later?

Did you know, that everytime I re-read it I find myself lost in memories? That, I can still remember where I was and how I felt reading it the first time and I treasure that so much, especially when I find myself re-reading TCAFS in need of comfort when I've had a rough day, week or month?

That, at 14 I was able to relate to some of your OC's and their situations? That your story and your OC's made me feel a little less alone? That, at 25 I can not only relate, but I also better understand each OC's actions now that I've lived my life more?

That Iove that each OC is amazing and each time I find myself back here I always find another favorite character? Sayaka has always been my ultimate fave character, but, I always find myself leaning towards the other girls at different times over the years.

I know you probably never intended the fic to be super deep, but, I can't help that this is the way I feel. I thank you for it.

You know, how in the first chapter you talk about reading until Chapter 8 to give it a fair chance? Ever since I read that, I adapted it as a kind of ideal/habit (?) and to this day use it whenever I read books irl and fanfics?

Thanks to that, I actually have found a ton of fics and books I adore that I otherwise would've skipped over.

So, thanks for that.

I'm glad to see you updated last year! To be honest, I don't mind whether you just post an epilogue or decide to continue the fic, I'm just really glad you haven't forgotten us.

To me, I will always adore this fic no matter what age, but I get what you mean when you talk about growing up.

Most my friends at this age are reading fics involving heavy smut, lemons, crime, and pretty heavy and more adult subjects, but, I think that's what makes fics like this one all the more precious, because I think despite being an adult we can still appreciate stories like this one and they're so rare to see nowadays that it makes it even more unique.

But, I still firmly believe you should do ultimately what you feel comfortable with despite what the readers demand. Take us into account of course, but, don't forget that you always come first and if you feel you can't continue the story, so be it.

Well, I guess that's all I've got to say for now.

I'll do my best to comment more every time I re-read now, and next time I'll talk more about the story and not just word vomit at you lol

Thanks again for writing this I hope you're well and if you don't come on before the holidays, I hope you have a good one and a Happy New Yearˊᵕˋ

I have been going back to this story once in a while. I am still waiting for you to have the time to update this. I am a fan if your work.

Definitely up in my Top Ten! Quite a lot has been revealed about some of the characters. Anyway, I expect no less from Tezuka. If he’s strict with his team, what more with himself? He cares — that much I could tell — but he’s too...impassive and dare I say, defensive with his feelings. However, all things considered, he’s growing up and getting old, so he should learn how to deal with his and others emotions better. I hope to see him grow more emotionally. Be more accepting of his human emotions, which he totally suppresses.

Anyway, great chapter, as always! You were wonderful. I really hope you would continue updating this story. Happiness!

You really write so well! I sincerely hope you won’t stop updating this story, not solely because of us readers but mainly due to your talent — only when you’re not extremely busy with life and other things. It’d be such a waste if you won’t flourish your obvious talent more. Each chapter leaves enough thrill, suspense and will definitely keep one on his toes while waiting for more. I wish you the best of the best in all your pursuits!

Adding that last part where Inui revealed that he actually still has the bracelet is such a good touch. It shows that he cares and that he MAY have feelings for Reina; he either don’t realize it or don’t accept it. More Fuji and Izumi relationship progress please! Thank you!

Those students are too harsh.

That was the best chapter so far! At least, for me. I had to choke back tears during Sakuno’s match and wanted to curse her opponent for mocking Sakuno — but I don’t know her name. Haha! Author, you did well on this one. Sakuno’s personality shone through her tennis. She didn’t need fancy moves to show her true potential. I felt as though I was there cheering for her while reading this chapter. Your way of writing is truly admirable. There’s no need to put elaborate, poetic lines for the scene to be touching. It’s raw and blunt but it never cease to warm my heart.

Well, what do you know, Akane’s such a know-it-all. Hahaha! I’m starting to love Suzume. Sakuno’s up next! I hope she wins.

So Sayaka is underappreciated huh? Izumi is getting more involved with the team! I hope Izumi and Fuji have some more happy moments together.

Hmm...so something happened with Izumi?

This chapter has so much character/s revelations. I love it!