Thus, after a long period of development, all four factions have achieved rapid growth.
On the side of the Immortal Slayers, Kunji went to the Immortal Slayers' base as usual.
But the Immortal Slayers' base was no longer that abandoned arcade.
Under the full operation of Koko, the God of Wealth, the Immortal Slayers, like a mad money-making machine, began to operate at full capacity.
The Immortal Slayers did any business that could make money, even if it was criminal.
The current Immortal Slayers' base is in an abandoned cinema.
Although it looked dilapidated on the outside, there was a whole new world inside.
Kunji rode his electric scooter to the Immortal Slayers' base as usual.
Before he even saw the base, several Immortal Slayers members had already come into view.
These were the Immortal Slayers' sentry posts, and many such posts were set up.
There were even sentry posts far from the base.
These were all done by Kokonoi Hajime and Kisaki, the two top strategists of the Immortal Slayers.
This was to prevent the invasion of hostile forces.
"President, you've worked hard!"
Seeing Kunji's arrival, the Immortal Slayers' subordinates respectfully greeted him.
Hearing the subordinates' greetings, Kunji just nodded slightly.
Kunji then drove into the organization's interior.
First was the hall, with an octagon-like device in the center.
Around the octagon were gradually rising seats.
Around the octagon were cameras, capturing all scenes inside the octagon from a 360-degree, dead-angle-free perspective.
Since the Brahma Organization snatched the Immortal Slayers' offline gambling business, Koko sought other avenues.
He turned the gambling into online live streaming.
And the form of gambling also changed, becoming a service provided to the wealthy.
Because of Koko's previous connections, achieving this was not difficult.
Also, the people who came here to gamble were no longer those delinquents.
The Immortal Slayers' current gambling business was more like underground boxing.
Kunji walked straight through the hall and headed to the room inside.
Inside the room, Kokonoi Hajime and Kisaki Tetta were both there.
The room was filled with computers and other electronic equipment, through which images could be directly transmitted to the internet.
"What? Do you have any arrangements for tonight?"
Kunji asked the two.
"There are two matches, and they are very interested."
Kokonoi Hajime said to Kunji.
Of course, the "they" Kokonoi Hajime referred to were those wealthy people.
Once people become rich, they like to seek excitement, especially some bloody scenes.
Kokonoi Hajime seized this point and made this business successful.
"What about the drugs?"
Kunji asked Kisaki Tetta.
The Immortal Slayers also began to take the Yakuza route, and things like drugs also began to be sold.
However, even with Kinoshita in the Metropolitan Police Department, Kunji did not dare to act too rashly.
Kunji entrusted the drug trade to Kisaki Tetta.
"It's not very good; Tenjiku has a better product than ours."
Kisaki Tetta said.
"Hmm? They are all defective products; how much better can his be?"
Kunji asked, puzzled.
The reason Kunji said this was because he knew that with the current strength of the four major organizations, it was impossible to obtain high-purity products.
High-purity products were controlled by some Yakuza Organizations; now they were lucky to get some defective products.
"You should look at these first."
Kisaki said, taking out the drugs bought from Tenjiku from his pocket.
Kunji took the drugs and examined them carefully in his hand.
"How is this possible?
Where did they get such high-purity stuff?
"President, you've thought of it too, haven't you?"
Kisaki suddenly said.
Indeed, Kunji had already guessed the origin of these high-purity drugs when he saw them.
Tenjiku had already hooked up with a certain Yakuza Organization.
A certain Yakuza Organization released this batch of goods to Tenjiku, which is why Tenjiku was able to quickly occupy the delinquent market with this batch of high-purity goods.
If this continues, it won't be long before Tenjiku squeezes the Immortal Slayers out of the drug market.
Thinking of this, Kunji sighed a long breath.
"In that case, you should implement Plan B."
Kunji said to Kisaki.
Plan B was to allocate some energy and money to operate legitimate businesses.
The reason Plan B was formulated was because operating legitimate businesses required too much energy and money.
It might even result in losses.
But the criminal path was different; it was all about high returns with little investment.
Originally, Kunji planned to first occupy the delinquent drug market and use it to lead the Immortal Slayers into the Yakuza.
The drug business could bring a lot of money to the Immortal Slayers, which would be the Immortal Slayers' initial capital.
After all, becoming a Yakuza would require even more money than now.
But the situation was different now; the drug market was first occupied by Tenjiku.
They even hooked up with a Yakuza Organization.
Kunji intended to leave himself a fallback; operating legitimate businesses could not only prepare for the future.
It could also become the Immortal Slayers' legitimate business, making it easier to deceive others.
Originally, Kunji planned to do this after all of the Immortal Slayers' businesses were on track.
But now the situation was different, and Kunji planned to start early.
"Okay, President."
Kisaki nodded in understanding.
"As for the drugs, sell them if you can; get rid of this batch of goods first."
Kunji said to Kisaki.
"Oh, and how is Taiju doing? Is it going smoothly?"
Shiba Taiju, on the other hand, went back to his old business, selling violence.
With Koko's connections, Taiju's Black Dragon Group began to be hired by wealthy people.
They helped them carry out some illegal troublemaking activities.
To obtain money for this.
"Taiju is doing very well; several employers have given good reviews."
Kokonoi Hajime said to Kunji.
"That guy is best at violence."
Kunji said.
"President, according to our investigation, the other three organizations have also begun to move towards the Yakuza."
Kisaki Tetta said to Kunji.
"As expected. Don't worry about them for now; focus on developing ourselves."
Kunji pondered for a moment and said.
"But President, don't we need to do anything about them?"
Kisaki Tetta asked, puzzled.
"Now is not the time for a decisive battle. When the time comes, we will annex all of them, thereby entering the Yakuza in one fell swoop."
Kunji said to Kisaki.
"President, you mean to let them develop first, and then annex them at the end."
Kisaki Tetta said.
"Tell Hanma to keep a close eye on them and report immediately if there's any sign of trouble."
Kunji said to the two.
"Oh, and one more thing, President."
Kokonoi Hajime said to Kunji.
"Oh? What is it?"
"It's about Taiju's sister, Shiba Yuzuha."
Yuzuha?"
Kunji asked, puzzled.
Kunji was a bit confused now, wondering what Yuzuha was up to.
"Shiba Yuzuha wants to join the daily affairs of Punishment of Immortals."
Kokonoi Hajime explained to Kunji when he saw his reaction.
"Hmm? Wants to join Punishment of Immortals?"
Kunji was still a little bewildered.
Why would a good girl like Yuzuha want to join a Bōsōzoku organization like Punishment of Immortals?
If Yuzuha used to be the treasurer in Black Dragon because of Taiju, then her current request was truly unreasonable.
Kunji couldn't fathom why.
"What are your opinions?"
Kunji posed the question to the two of them.
"We both unanimously think it's a good idea."
"Currently, we two have been responsible for all of Punishment of Immortals' external affairs."
"We're already feeling overwhelmed. Yuzuha is a girl, so she might have an unexpected positive effect."
Kokonoi Hajime told Kunji.
Kunji listened to Kokonoi Hajime and, after some thought, felt that it made sense.
However, Kunji was still very curious as to why Yuzuha wanted to join Punishment of Immortals.
"Since you two have already discussed it, then proceed as you both see fit."
Kunji said to them.
"Yes, President."
Kunji pondered for a while longer, deciding he still needed to personally ask Yuzuha for a clear explanation.
Why would she suddenly want to join Punishment of Immortals? Could it be that she wanted to follow in her older brother's footsteps?
Kunji shook his head, shaking this preposterous idea out of his mind.
This idea was too ridiculous, Kunji thought to himself.
Kunji inspected the base; everything was in order.
Kunji took out his phone from his pocket and called Shiba Yuzuha.
"Moshi moshi, Yuzuha? Do you have time? I'd like to ask you out for a chat."
Kunji said to Shiba Yuzuha.
"Ah! Of... of course."
Shiba Yuzuha stammered a little.
"Okay, where are you now? I'll come pick you up."
Kunji said.
Hanging up the phone, Kunji left the Punishment of Immortals base and rode his electric scooter towards the Shiba residence.
"Ah ah ah ah! Is this... is this a date?"
After hanging up, Shiba Yuzuha muttered to herself, her face flushed.
Shiba Yuzuha joined Punishment of Immortals solely for Kunji.
When Kunji and Ye Qi single-handedly took down Black Dragon, Kunji's tall and heroic figure had already taken root in Shiba Yuzuha's heart.
When Shiba Taiju was defeated by Kunji, Yuzuha felt a sense of salvation.
This was the man who had rescued her from a life of hardship.
In the end, this man even subdued Shiba Taiju.
He could even subdue someone like Shiba Taiju; what kind of charisma did this man possess?
With this feeling, Shiba Yuzuha resolutely chose to truly join Punishment of Immortals.
Because she had previously done similar work in Black Dragon.
When she told Kisaki Tetta and Kokonoi Hajime that she wanted to join Punishment of Immortals, both of them wholeheartedly agreed.
The reason was simple: Punishment of Immortals was truly short-staffed.
While they weren't lacking in combat personnel, they were severely lacking in strategic talent... For the past few days, Kisaki Tetta and Kokonoi Hajime had each been doing the work of several people.
Establishing communication channels, conducting online live streams, collecting money, managing accounts, and even dealing with the sale and procurement of drugs.
The tasks were simply too heavy. Behind every glamorous organization lay the efforts of countless individuals.
The past few days had truly exhausted the two of them. Now, with Shiba Yuzuha voluntarily requesting to join Punishment of Immortals, it could alleviate the pressure on Kisaki Tetta and Kokonoi Hajime to a certain extent.
However, the two of them did not dare to make decisions on this matter without authorization.
They informed Shiba Yuzuha that her joining Punishment of Immortals still required Kunji's approval.
This led to the scene that just unfolded inside the Punishment of Immortals base.
Soon, Kunji arrived at the Shiba residence on his electric scooter.
Ding-dong, ding-dong, ding-dong.
As the doorbell rang, the Shiba family's front door opened from within.
"Hello, Yuzuha, long time no see."
Kunji said warmly when he saw Yuzuha open the door.
Upon seeing Kunji, Shiba Yuzuha's face instantly turned red, like a big red apple.
"Um, how about we go out for a walk?"
Kunji suggested to Shiba Yuzuha.
"Mm..."
Shiba Yuzuha quietly agreed.
And so, the two rode aimlessly through the streets on an electric scooter.
"Hahaha..."
Shiba Yuzuha laughed softly from the back seat.
It was unclear whether it was because she was too happy to be out with Kunji, or for some other reason.
"What are you laughing at?"
Kunji asked, a little puzzled.
"Why do you, a President of a Bōsōzoku, ride this kind of electric scooter instead of a motorcycle?"
"Motorcycles are much cooler, aren't they!"
Shiba Yuzuha asked Kunji.
Kunji thought for a few seconds and said.
"Hmm, I used to think motorcycles were very cool and suited my identity as President."
"But riding this allows my heart to feel a sense of tranquility."
Kunji said to Yuzuha.
"If you like this tranquility, why did you have to form a Bōsōzoku?"
"And get involved in the abyss of crime?"
Shiba Yuzuha said without hesitation.
"Heh, it's quite contradictory, isn't it!"
"But, in a lifetime, one must achieve something, right?"
"Mediocre tranquility can only be a side dish; magnificent feats are worthy of being the main course."
"People can choose comfort, or they can choose tranquility, but these are not my choices."
"They can be resting stops on my journey through life, but they are not the final destination."
Kunji explained to Shiba Yuzuha.
"Oh! There's an ice cream stand up ahead. Let's go sit there."
Kunji suggested.
"Mm, okay."
So, the two got off the scooter and went to the ice cream stand.
"Boss, two ice creams."
Kunji called out to the boss.
It was then that Kunji noticed Shiba Yuzuha's outfit today.
A JK uniform, wearing knee-high socks, very cute and radiating youthful energy.
Not long after, the boss brought out the ice cream.
Shiba Yuzuha picked up a small spoon, gently scooped a spoonful, and put it into her mouth.
"Mmm! Delicious."
Shiba Yuzuha exclaimed.
"Yuzuha, I have a question for you."
Kunji asked Yuzuha.
"Hmm? What is it?"
Hearing Kunji's words, Shiba Yuzuha instantly became nervous.
"Why did you suddenly decide to join Punishment of Immortals?"
Kunji asked Shiba Yuzuha.
"Uh uh uh uh uh..."
Shiba Yuzuha was speechless for a moment. She couldn't possibly say it was because she liked Kunji and therefore planned to join Punishment of Immortals to get closer to him, could she?
"Actually, it's because I want to catch up to my older brother's footsteps."
Shiba Yuzuha said somewhat bashfully.
Kunji, on the other hand, was completely stunned by Shiba Yuzuha's answer.
It really was that reason... it was simply... hard to describe.
Although Shiba Yuzuha gave that reason, Kunji didn't believe it.
But since the girl was unwilling to say, Kunji felt it would be impolite to press her.
"I hope your joining Punishment of Immortals is a good thing!"
Kunji thought to himself.
At noon, inside the abandoned arcade, the old hideout of the Black Impulse.
In the meeting room, Ban Quan and the Presidents of several other Bōsōzoku gathered.
Hanma and Kisaki came out to greet these Presidents.
Since the Black Impulse's hideout had changed, this old hideout became Hanma's.
And because the Black Impulse's new hideout involved too many things, it was very secretive.
Except for internal members of the Black Impulse, outsiders had no idea.
This was also the reason why this group of people found their way here.
"Please wait a moment, everyone. I am the Chief of Staff of the Black Impulse."
"This person next to me is the Vice President of the Black Impulse. If any of you have urgent matters, I can relay them to the President."
Kisaki Tetta said to them while sitting in the main seat.
Hanma, meanwhile, was off to the side, smoking alone.
Actually, the reason these few people came here was simple.
It was that these people could no longer survive. Due to the frenzied expansion of Tenjiku and the Kanto Manji Gang.
This led to the collapse of many organizations. Although the Black Impulse was also expanding.
Compared to Tenjiku and the Kanto Manji Gang, however, it was relatively gentle.
In short, the current situation was like being between a wolf in front and a tiger behind.
Now, Chew Ge from Ueno had already been taken down by the Black Impulse.
But fortunately, after taking down Chew Ge, the Black Impulse did not take any further action.
The bad news was that this group of them had already clashed with Tenjiku, and without exception, all of them were beaten into the hospital by Tenjiku.
Now, there was truly no other option but to try seeking help from the Black Impulse.
To see if the Black Impulse could help them.
"Tenjiku, from Yokohama, is causing chaos on our turf."
"Their President is a man named Kurokawa Izana, and they've threatened to take over the entire Tokyo."
"The Haitani Brothers from Roppongi, Mochizuki Kan'er from Juuka Budou, Madarame Shion, the Ninth Generation Black Dragon, and Muto Yasuhiro, the former Fifth Division Captain of Toman, have all become his subordinates."
"If this continues, they really will take over Tokyo."
Hanma suddenly started coughing, seemingly choked by his cigarette because he found it too amusing.
"What are you even talking about! Don't you know what's been happening in Ueno recently?"
"Those Haitani Brothers and others you mentioned are still lying in the hospital!"
"And look at the injuries on your faces, you were beaten by Tenjiku, weren't you."
"Tenjiku's executives are all in the hospital, yet you were still beaten like this. It's truly embarrassing."
Hanma Shuji burst into laughter after he finished speaking.
Hearing the mockery from Hanma, the few instantly became a bit angry.
Ban Quan gritted his teeth and said, "It's not just these few people; Izana also has a man named Kakucho by his side. His strength is simply that of a fighting machine."
"We are completely not on the same level as Tenjiku."
After Ban Quan finished speaking, he took out a small transparent plastic bag containing some white powder.
"Izana is also forcing us to help him sell this."
Kisaki glanced at the item.
"I thought Tenjiku planned to sell it themselves. They're doing it this way? Do they have a lot of stock over there?"
Kisaki wondered inwardly.
"So, what do you all intend to do?"
Kisaki asked the few.
"Only the Black Impulse can stop Tenjiku. If you need our help, we will not hesitate."
The Presidents lowered their heads and said.
"Please, by all means, tell President Kunji!"
Kisaki pondered in his mind.
These guys clearly didn't want to be coerced by Tenjiku like this, so they came to the Black Impulse.
Hoping to bring out the Black Impulse to contend with Tenjiku.
This kind of thing was a thankless task for the current Black Impulse.
Moreover, Tenjiku had already allied with the Kanto Manji Gang; these idiots just hadn't found out the situation yet.
Besides, the President had already said that at this stage, they should focus on developing themselves and avoid all unnecessary conflicts.
"Alright, everyone, I understand. I will relay your thoughts to the President exactly as they are."
Kisaki did not directly expose them but instead nodded in agreement.
"However, before that, you all need to help us gather some intelligence on Tenjiku."
"After all, that's the only way to better take down Tenjiku, right?"
"Especially intelligence about what Tenjiku is making you sell!"
Kisaki said to the few with a smile.
Seeing Kisaki nod, the few thought they had succeeded in persuading him and quickly agreed to Kisaki's request.
"Of course, we definitely will."
After Kisaki saw the people off, Hanma Shuji said with a look of disdain.
"These fools just want to use the Black Impulse!"
"That's right, but this is also an opportunity for the Black Impulse."
Kisaki said, taking out his phone and calling Kunji.
Kunji answered Kisaki's call and understood the whole story.
Various Bōsōzoku sought help from the Black Impulse, and he also listened to Kisaki's own plan.
"President, we can use this opportunity to take over their territories in one fell swoop and let them form a united army themselves."
"Let them wear down Tenjiku, and at the very least, we can get evidence of Tenjiku's drug trafficking. If there's truly no other way, we can hand it over to Kinoshita."
Thinking of this, Kunji couldn't help but recall Kurokawa Izana. Tenjiku was not comparable to those other organizations.
Their true goal was the Yakuza; there was no crime they wouldn't dare to commit.
They were despicable and cruel, and crucially, their strength was exceptionally powerful.
In the original timeline, it was only because of Manjiro that Tenjiku was prevented from becoming Yakuza.
But now, Manjiro had been completely corrupted by the Black Impulse.
The Kanto Manji Gang and Tenjiku had already formed an alliance.
If they were left unchecked, they might truly carve out a place for themselves in the Yakuza world.
Thinking of this, Kunji spoke to Kisaki.
"Proceed with your plan. Gather more criminal information on Tenjiku and the Kanto Manji Gang."
"I have no opinion on how you manipulate the other organizations, but the Black Impulse must not clash with them at this stage."
"Protect your identity; don't let them discover it's you behind this."
"And never be alone; think of Ye Qi!"
"Yes, President, I understand."
Kisaki Tetta responded.
In the original timeline, Tenjiku and Toman had merged.
The leader was Sano Manjiro, and the Vice President was Kurokawa Izana.
After Tenjiku and Toman merged, the worst delinquent gang in history was born.
But in the end, due to the Black Impulse within Manjiro, no one around him had a good ending.
Matsuno Chifuyu was shot and killed.
Shiba Hakkai was burned to death.
Mitsutani Takashi was strangled to death.
Ryuguuji Ken was cut down and killed.
Even the other Toman executives did not escape their deadly grasp.
Apa and Ape also died at Manjiro's hands.
Even Hanemiya Kazutora, who wanted to reform, was killed.
Manjiro during that period was controlled by Kisaki and Izana.
This organization eventually became the largest crime syndicate in Neon history.
The combination of Manjiro and Izana was truly very tricky.
Izana was unpredictable and didn't play by the rules.
But what Kunji was most curious about was the Yakuza behind them.
How did these delinquent youths get connected with the Yakuza?
"Do they also have a strategist?"
Inside the headquarters office of Brahman.
"Things haven't been peaceful lately; the commotion from Tenjiku has gotten a bit too big."
Imaushi Wakasa said lazily, half-lying on the sofa, with a toothpick in his mouth.
"What is Zhuxian's attitude towards Tenjiku?"
Akashi Takeomi, who was processing documents nearby, asked.
"What else could it be? Just wait and see."
Imaushi Wakasa still spoke with a lazy expression.
"How come I heard that all the Presidents of those delinquents went to find Zhuxian together!"
Arashi Keizo, who was nearby, said.
"Is this Tenjiku very strong?"
Warcheng Qianzhou, who had been spacing out, asked.
"Senju, you should have met Tenjiku's President, right?"
Akashi Takeomi said to Warcheng Qianzhou.
"Yeah, I did. He came to discuss an alliance back then."
Warcheng Qianzhou said indifferently.
"Then you didn't spar with him?"
Takeomi continued to ask.
"Stop beating around the bush, just say it directly."
Imaushi Wakasa, who was nearby, said directly.
"The President of the Eighth Generation Black Dragons! Ever since he took control of the Black Dragons, it transformed into a criminal organization."
"He and his subordinates are collectively known as the S62 Evil Generation."
Akashi Takeomi said to the two legends.
After hearing Takeomi's words, Arashi Keizo slammed his fist on the table.
"The reputation of the Black Dragons was ruined because of these people."
"How can they face the deceased Shinichiro!"
As soon as Arashi Keizo said this, silence fell.
"Takeomi, do you understand the current situation?"
Imaushi Wakasa asked Akashi Takeomi.
"Now the Kanto Manji Gang and Tenjiku have formed an alliance."
"From their previous attempts to recruit us for an alliance, it's clear their target is actually Zhuxian."
Akashi Takeomi thought for a moment, then said to Imaushi Wakasa.
"So, that means we're not doing anything right now?"
Warcheng Qianzhou asked Akashi Takeomi with a puzzled expression.
"Let them fight if they want to. The murkier the waters, the more Brahman can develop."
Akashi Takeomi said.
"Takeomi, have you thought it through? Once they determine a winner, where should Brahman go?"
Imaushi Wakasa's lazy voice continued to ask Akashi Takeomi.
"Both sides are very strong; a winner won't be decided anytime soon."
"We can use this time to develop ourselves."
Akashi Takeomi said to Imaushi Wakasa.
"Takeomi, are you sure they won't deal with us first?"
Arashi Keizo asked Akashi Takeomi.
"I'm sure they won't. From the moment we took Zhuxian's business but Zhuxian didn't come looking for trouble."
"I understood that the current Zhuxian has no intentions towards us."
"Also, from Tenjiku's alliance, it's clear their target is Zhuxian. Even if we refuse Tenjiku, as long as we don't interfere with Tenjiku and Zhuxian's affairs, they won't bother us either."
Akashi Takeomi analyzed calmly.
"I plan to show Zhuxian our fangs."
Kurokawa Izana said to Kirihara Chiya, who was in front of him.
"Are we moving on Zhuxian now? Isn't it a bit too early!"
Kirihara Chiya said.
"Now that we have the help of the Yakuza Organization behind us, are you afraid?"
Kurokawa Izana leaned closer to Kirihara Chiya and said.
"That's not it; it's just that we don't have absolute certainty yet."
Kirihara Chiya analyzed calmly.
"Certainty? What certainty? Tell me, Kirihara, how much certainty do we have now?"
Kurokawa Izana said to Kirihara Chiya with a hint of madness.
"Now we have the support of the Yamagata Group behind us."
"Our development speed is bound to far surpass Zhuxian's."
"Only when we truly integrate into the Yakuza Organization and then turn our attention to dealing with Zhuxian will we have certainty."
Kirihara Chiya said to Kurokawa Izana.
"Wait until we integrate into the Yakuza Organization? Then come back to deal with Zhuxian?"
"I can't wait that long; let's give Zhuxian a small warning now."
Kurokawa Izana clearly couldn't wait until then.
"Sigh, President, let's wait a bit longer!"
Kirihara Chiya advised Kurokawa Izana.
"Kirihara, I am Tenjiku's President!"
Kurokawa Izana stared into Kirihara Chiya's eyes, saying each word distinctly.
"Sigh..."
Kirihara Chiya let out a long sigh, then turned and left.
"Tell Kakucho to bring me Hanemiya Kazutora's head."
After Kirihara Chiya left, Kurokawa Izana said to a Tenjiku henchman nearby.
Subsequently, after receiving the order from Izana, the entire Zhuxian organization sprang into action.
Meanwhile, Kunji was still unaware that Tenjiku had already begun to move.
At this moment, Tenjiku's members had already boarded a train, heading to Zhuxian's location.
The instant Tenjiku's members disembarked, Zhuxian's scouts had already relayed the message back to their superiors.
"President, Tenjiku's people are here!"
Kisaki Tetta said to Kunji.
"They came so fast? I thought they would wait a long time."
"It seems Izana is also impatient!"
"Tell Hanma to send his people in first."
"Also tell Kazutora to stand by in the back."
"And, and, see who is leading the team."
Kunji gave orders to Kisaki Tetta.
Kisaki Tetta quickly relayed Kunji's orders via phone.
"Kisaki, you follow me. Everything here is left to Koko."
Kunji said to Kisaki.
Then Kunji took Kisaki Tetta out of the Zhuxian base.
"President, the scout said the leader is a person with a buzz cut, a scar around his eye, and heterochromia."
"And there's also a very large person."
Kisaki Tetta told Kunji all the information from the scout.
From this, one could see the strength of the Zhuxian organization; as soon as an opposing organization stepped onto Zhuxian's territory, they would be monitored.
"It's Kakucho. It seems Izana isn't stupid after all; he knows that all of his Four Heavenly Kings are useless."
"He also brought Muto Yasuhiro."
Kunji commented on Izana.
"President, what should we do now?"
Kisaki Tetta asked Kunji.
"It's fine, Kisaki. I see this posture as Izana trying to give us a warning."
"Bringing only these few people, if they try to fight us head-on, aren't they just sending themselves to their deaths?"
"Most likely they came for Kazutora. Let Hanma wear them down first."
"This time, Izana needs to know that we are not to be trifled with; don't think you're invincible just because you have a Yakuza Organization behind you."
Kunji said.
At this moment, Tenjiku was searching everywhere for traces of Zhuxian members.
"Where are we supposed to look, Kakucho?"
Muto said to Kakucho.
"We need to speed up; what if Zhuxian finds out about us..."
Kakucho said.
"They can't possibly know. They can't gather every day, and besides, this is a surprise attack. How could they know in advance?"
Muto Yasuhiro said to Kakucho.
"That's true, but I always have a bad feeling."
Kakucho said to Muto.
Oh my, oh my, where did you come from?!"
An extremely arrogant voice came from behind Kakucho.
Hearing the voice, Kakucho quickly turned his head to look behind him.
He saw a tall man, with the characters for 'sin' and 'punishment' tattooed on his left and right hands respectively, standing there.
"Hanma Shuji."
Kakucho thought to himself. Kakucho knew every executive of Zhu Xian clearly.
"Don't you think it's impolite to just come to someone else's territory?"
Hanma Shuji asked Kakucho elegantly.
Seeing this, Kakucho completely ignored Hanma Shuji's words and charged at Hanma with his fists raised.
Kakucho's speed was incredibly fast, almost in the blink of an eye.
Kakucho had already arrived in front of Hanma, then delivered a heavy punch to Hanma's face.
However, as the Vice President of Zhu Xian, Hanma Shuji also had strength.
Hanma Shuji quickly raised his arms to defend, blocking Kakucho's powerful punch.
Then, Hanma quickly counterattacked, retreating to create distance from Kakucho.
Following that, he delivered a roundhouse kick directly to Kakucho's head.
Kakucho was indeed the strongest fighter under the King. Facing Hanma's roundhouse kick, which was impeccable in both speed and power,
Kakucho simply raised his arm to guard his head, easily blocking Hanma's kick.
Then, both of them attacked simultaneously, each delivering a front kick to the other.
Both of them staggered back a few steps.
Seeing the situation, Hanma Shuji immediately called out his people.
Hanma Shuji made a gesture.
Around the Tenjiku thugs, many Zhu Xian members wearing Zhu Xian special attack uniforms appeared.
"I heard the President say this move is called 'catching a turtle in a jar'."
Hanma Shuji said to Kakucho with a mocking tone.
"Perhaps 'inviting a Jun Zi into a jar' is more fitting."
Kakucho also said to Hanma with a smile.
At this moment, Kunji was riding his electric scooter towards Hanma's location.
The moment Hanma and Kakucho engaged, Kunji already knew.
And he was already on his way.
As the strongest fighter under the King, the only trusted servant of the lonely King Kurokawa Izana,
Kunji really wanted to know who was stronger between him and him.
And at this moment, Kisaki Tetta was sitting on Kunji's back seat.
Kunji slowly rode his electric scooter on the main road, heading towards the battlefield where Hanma was.
Suddenly, the roar of two motorcycles on his right side sounded. Hearing the roar of the motorcycle engines, Kunji felt a bad premonition in his heart.
Sure enough, two motorcycles charged directly towards Kunji.
And the people on the bikes were fully armed, holding baseball bats in their hands.
"They mean trouble!"
Kunji sighed in his heart.
Then Kunji stopped his electric scooter in place and said to Kisaki,
"Kisaki, hide to the side."
Before Kunji could finish speaking to Kisaki, the two motorcycles had already arrived in front of Kunji.
With a "bang," Kunji was hit by a baseball bat and flew backward.
He fell heavily to the ground.
The four people on the bikes, seeing that Kunji was already lying on the ground,
also stopped their vehicles and walked directly towards Kunji, ignoring Kisaki Tetta.
"Damn, that was a solid hit, it feels like a few bones are broken!"
Kunji thought to himself, feeling a bad premonition.
At the same time, Kunji began to ponder in his mind about the origin of this group of people.
"Could it be the Yakuza Organization behind Tenjiku?"
Kunji wondered in his heart.
Although Kunji's strength was very strong now, he was not strong enough to withstand a full-force baseball bat hit with gravitational acceleration.
Kunji forced himself to open his eyes and looked at the four assailants.
The four people who got off the motorcycles, seeing that Kunji had lost his fighting ability,
decided to drop the act and took off the helmets they were wearing.
"Haitani Brothers, Mochizuki Kan'er, Madarame Shion!"
Kunji roared in his heart. At this moment, he finally understood Kurokawa Izana's intention.
Izana's ultimate target was him.
This matter goes back to the day Kirihara Chiya and Kurokawa Izana talked.
That day, Izana insisted on attacking Zhu Xian, but Kirihara Chiya said the timing was not right.
He said they needed to wait a little longer. In the end, Izana directly used his authority as President and made the decision himself.
Finally, seeing that he couldn't persuade Izana, Kirihara Chiya slammed the door and left.
However, after slamming the door and leaving, Kirihara Chiya thought about it carefully again.
In the end, he decided to go back.
"Izana, I can agree to your operation this time, but I will be in charge of this operation."
These were Kirihara Chiya's words to Izana.
Izana was quite happy to get Kirihara Chiya's support.
Because Kirihara Chiya seemed to know everything, his support would also provide an extra layer of assurance for this operation.
"I plan to take out Kunji this time…"
Kirihara Chiya said to Kurokawa Izana.
"Alright, I agree!"
Izana smiled and agreed to Kirihara Chiya's proposal.
Thus, the scene that just unfolded came to be.
Kakucho and Muto, leading some Tenjiku members, swaggered towards Zhu Xian's territory.
Zhu Xian, upon receiving the news, would certainly take action.
Given Kakucho's strength, unless Kunji personally intervened, it would be quite difficult for others to take down Kakucho.
Kirihara Chiya seized this point and directly ordered the four men to attack Kunji.
"Kill Kunji."
This was the order Kirihara Chiya gave to the four men.
"What should we do?"
Haitani Rindo asked.
"The strategist said, kill him."
Mochizuki Kan'er said to Haitani Rindo.
Hearing the four men say they wanted to kill him, Kunji knew he could no longer sit back and do nothing.
So Kunji endured the severe pain and stood up from the ground.
"How can he still stand up?"
Haitani Rindo asked in confusion.
"That shouldn't be, most people would be unconscious after such an impact."
Haitani Ran replied to his brother.
"It doesn't matter, we'll just kill him again."
Madarame Shion said ruthlessly, looking at the trembling Kunji.
Madarame Shion said, taking out a sharp dagger from his waist.
He prepared to stab it into Kunji's body.
"Heh heh, four punks, come at me if you dare."
Kunji taunted the four men.
Hearing Kunji's taunt, the four men no longer held back. The Haitani Brothers quickly moved forward, locking Kunji's two arms.
Kunji wanted to resist, but his body was truly not in a condition to do so at this moment.
The excruciating pain of the fractures kept tormenting Kunji.
He didn't have any special forms, like a blue demon, where all pain would vanish after activating it.
The fractures were very painful, and Madarame Shion's knife easily plunged into Kunji's body.
"President…"
At this moment, Kisaki Tetta, who was nearby, rushed over.
Mochizuki Kan'er saw Kisaki pounce on him like a fierce tiger, his eyes narrowed, and without fear, he quickly turned and threw a punch!
This punch was like a thunderbolt, smashing hard into Kisaki. With a muffled thud, Kisaki fell to the ground, groaning in pain.
"Don't be in a hurry to finish him off. Should we give him another stab?"
Haitani Rindo looked up, his gaze cold, and suggested to Mochizuki Kan'er.
Kunji saw Kisaki defeated so easily, and a hint of anger, but mostly helplessness, welled up in his heart.
At the moment, he could barely protect himself and had no time to worry about others.
Kunji clearly felt his life force rapidly draining away like a breached dam.
It was as if every cell in his body was gradually withering.
That deep sense of powerlessness surged over him like a tide.
Instantly engulfing his entire body. He tried hard to struggle but found it was all in vain.
His eyelids became exceptionally heavy, as if a thousand catties were pressing down on them, making it difficult for him to open his eyes.
Drowsiness surged like ocean waves, constantly impacting his consciousness.
"This damn system, why is there no reaction at such a critical moment!"
Kunji cursed silently in his heart.
"I'm about to die, Kurokawa Izana, you despicable and shameless fellow!"
He was filled with resentment and anger towards Kurokawa Izana. If it weren't for this insidious and cunning person, how could he have fallen into such a desperate situation?
Suddenly, the strong drowsiness in Kunji's mind vanished without a trace.
It was replaced by a sense of clarity and lucidity he had never experienced before.
He was pleasantly surprised to find that his continuously draining life force had also stopped its decline.
Although his body had not fully recovered, at least his injuries were no longer worsening.
In an instant, a thought flashed through Kunji's mind—was this the talent he gained from Hanagaki Takemichi taking effect?
Indeed, the Bloodlock talent was successfully triggered!
Looking at the four menacing figures before him, Kunji knew that at this moment, he absolutely could not passively wait and be captured.
After all, the Bloodlock talent could only be activated once.
If these four still harbored murderous intent and tried to harm him again, then even with the Bloodlock talent, it would probably be useless.
Therefore, with a determination to burn his bridges, Kunji resolutely chose to fight with all his might.
He gritted his teeth, used all his strength, and struggled to stand up from the cold ground.
"How can he still stand up?" Haitani Rindou blurted out, his face full of shock.
One must know that, logically speaking, an ordinary person who suffered such severe bone fractures would have long been unable to move or even fainted from the pain.
Not to mention that Kunji was not only severely injured but also tragically pierced by a sharp blade.
Facing this situation, everyone present was astonished!
"Come on! You bastards, let me see what kind of useless individuals Izana has under his command!"
Kunji's eyes were wide with anger, glaring fiercely at the four people in front of him, his voice filled with fury and disdain.
"Hmph, you're on the verge of death and still dare to be so arrogant."
Mochizuki Kan'er's lips curled slightly, revealing a mocking smile.
In her eyes, Kunji was already at the end of his rope, merely putting on a brave front.
Before he finished speaking, Mochizuki Kan'er suddenly threw a punch, aiming directly for Kunji's face.
However, would Kunji be easily hit?
He possessed the Godspeed talent, and his speed had reached A+ level.
He flashed, easily dodging Mochizuki Kan'er's attack.
Immediately after, Kunji quickly counterattacked, a powerful punch smashing hard into Mochizuki Kan'er's face.
This strike was incredibly powerful, catching Mochizuki Kan'er off guard.
She felt a sharp pain, and her body involuntarily tilted backward.
The Haitani Brothers, seeing Mochizuki Kan'er at a disadvantage, immediately pounced on Kunji without hesitation.
Perhaps they wanted to avenge the grudge they had formed earlier in the Ueno area.
Kunji naturally would not fear their combined assault.
He moved nimbly between the three, his fists and palms intertwining, his attacks sharp.
Every move carried immense power, making it difficult for the Haitani Brothers to parry.
This was the true strength of Zhu Xian Leader Kunji! His power was astonishing!
Madarame Shion, who was observing the battle from the side, could no longer suppress his inner impulse and suddenly turned to join the fray.
In an instant, the situation on the battlefield changed dramatically, and the already tense and fierce atmosphere grew even more anxious.
The four of them displayed incredible synergy and seamless cooperation, as if they had already understood each other's thoughts.
It turned out that they all came from the infamous S62 Era of Wickedness and had all been recruited by Kurokawa Izana.
Thus, their unspoken understanding was naturally extraordinary.
However, even such a powerful combination gradually fell into a disadvantage against Kunji's unparalleled strength.
Seeing the unfavorable situation, Kunji made a decisive move, unhesitatingly unleashing his unique talent—Berserk Power.
As power surged, he exuded an extremely terrifying aura, and his basic attributes were instantly greatly enhanced.
Immediately after, Kunji threw a thunderous punch, forcing Mochizuki Kan'er back several steps;
Then, with a magnificent spinning kick, he accurately struck Haitani Rindou, sending him crashing to the ground.
Facing the overwhelming attacks from Haitani Rindou and Madarame Shion, Kunji calmly responded, skillfully parrying the enemy's assaults with his arms.
When a fleeting opportunity arose, Kunji quickly launched a counterattack, sweeping out a kick that tripped Madarame Shion to the ground.
Immediately after, he followed up with a fierce kick, aimed directly at Madarame Shion's vital points, sending him flying.
Then, without stopping, he delivered another ferocious elbow strike to Haitani Rindou's head, causing Haitani Rindou to retreat repeatedly.
The combined attacks of the four were thus easily fended off by Kunji.
"How is that possible?!" Haitani Rindou shouted, his eyes wide with disbelief, "After such severe injuries, he can still unleash such powerful combat strength!"
Kunji knew very well that he had little time left.
At this moment, he had to fight with all his might, taking advantage of his remaining strength to eliminate all four people in front of him.
Because this was not only a life-and-death struggle but also his only chance for survival.
For Kunji, if he couldn't seize this fleeting opportunity to annihilate the enemy in one fell swoop.
Then, when the opponent noticed his weakening strength and successfully broke through his Bloodlock state, only a dead end awaited him.
Therefore, every minute and every second at this moment was extremely precious and critical.
Damn it! You bastard…"
Mochizuki Kan'er roared furiously at Kunji.
But the only response he got was Kunji's fists and feet, raining down like a storm.
The situation was critical; Kunji had no time for idle chatter with them.
He had to quickly eliminate these enemies before him, every second counting.
No sooner said than done, Kunji's figure flickered, closing in on Mochizuki Kan'er like lightning.
Immediately following was a powerful, heavy punch that slammed into Mochizuki Kan'er's face.
At this moment, the Haitani Brothers and Madarame Shion, seeing the situation, tried to intervene and stop Kunji, but they were ultimately a step too slow.
Kunji's fist struck Mochizuki Kan'er's face unimpeded.
A dull thud echoed.
The instant he struck his opponent, Kunji quickly retreated a step and, with the momentum, delivered an incredibly sharp high roundhouse kick, accurately striking Mochizuki Kan'er's temple.
Suffering such a heavy blow, Mochizuki Kan'er's eyes rolled back.
His body lost balance, and he crashed to the ground, unable to get up.
The esteemed Tenjiku executive, one of the Four Heavenly Kings, and the President of the Juka Martial Organization—Mochizuki Kan'er.
He was easily defeated by Kunji in just two moves!
"Mochi!"
Haitani Rindo exclaimed in shock.
All of this happened too suddenly, in just a few short seconds.
Witnessing Mochizuki Kan'er's brutal defeat, Haitani Rindo, Haitani Ran, and Madarame Shion could no longer care about anything else.
They all roared and charged directly towards Kunji's direction.
Haitani Rindo and Haitani Ran held sharp knives, while Madarame Shion pulled out gleaming brass knuckles.
Before they left, Kirihara Chiya had instructed them:
"For this operation, you have only one goal—eliminate Kunji at all costs!"
"Because he is too dangerous. If he can be killed, then the so-called 'Juxian' will be nothing to fear."
This was the order Kirihara Chiya had given, and the three of them indeed followed it.
They rode their motorcycles, ambushing Kunji like phantoms;
Holding sharp knives tightly, they mercilessly stabbed at Kunji.
Clearly, they had come with the intention of taking Kunji's life.
But surprisingly, facing such a brutal assassination, Kunji seemed to possess an immortal body.
Originally, when Haitani Rindo's knife pierced Kunji's body, he was on the verge of death, about to close his eyes.
However, at that moment, a miracle occurred: Kunji recovered instantly, as if he had taken a drug.
And with astonishing speed, he knocked down one of his enemies—Mochizuki Kan'er.
This sudden turn of events left the other three astonished.
Despite their shock, the three quickly regained their composure.
They knew the current situation was urgent.
They immediately took out their respective weapons and charged at Kunji again.
After all, they were well aware of the crucial mission they bore.
Kakucho led the Tenjiku team to Juxian territory with the aim of luring Kunji out.
At this moment, Kakucho's side probably wouldn't be able to hold out much longer.
When Kakucho's retreat began, the Juxian people would surely start searching for their President—Kunji.
The three people present were all well aware of this.
After all, this was Juxian's territory, and finding them would not be difficult.
The choices before them were now limited, and the only thing the three could do was to kill Kunji as quickly as possible.
To complete the mission they were entrusted with.
However, facing these three enemies, who wielded deadly weapons and sought to take his life.
Kunji remained exceptionally calm, without any trace of anxiety or fear.
He knew that the more desperate the situation, the more he needed to stay calm.
Only by settling his mind and thinking of a countermeasure could he find that slim chance of survival.
If he lost his composure at this moment and was easily defeated by his opponents, not only would he be unable to save himself, but Kisaki Tetta, who lay collapsed to the side, would likely not escape either.
After all, Kisaki Tetta had witnessed this assassination attempt firsthand.
To prevent the news from leaking, they would certainly leave no survivors.
Unwilling to sit idly by and unwilling to see Kisaki Tetta suffer a cruel fate.
Kunji had no other choice but to fight to the death!
At this moment, he had to force himself to calm down and concentrate fully on observing every move of the enemy.
Looking for an opportunity to counterattack.
Kunji calmly pondered the current situation, his gaze sweeping over the remaining three people.
After an assessment, he secretly concluded that the weakest in terms of combat power was undoubtedly Madarame Shion.
This discovery gave Kunji a glimmer of hope for victory—as long as he could defeat Madarame Shion, then the remaining Haitani Brothers would no longer pose a threat.
Having made up his mind, Kunji charged towards the three without hesitation.
Of course, he chose to do so not out of blind recklessness, but because at this moment, Madarame Shion happened to be leading the charge towards them.
Kunji watched ahead serenely, his eyes gleaming with firm resolve.
As if he had already foreseen everything that was about to happen.
And the reason Madarame Shion was so eager to lead was due to his deep-seated desire and resentment.
He had always been regarded as the "weakest executive" in the organization.
This evaluation had haunted him, making him feel deeply humiliated and suppressed.
Izana's contempt for him further fueled his rage.
So, when he saw Kunji, who appeared exhausted before him.
Madarame Shion unhesitatingly decided to step forward, attempting to defeat him personally.
To prove his strength and regain his face.
After all, as the former leader of the Ninth Generation Black Dragons, he had been defeated by Sano Manjiro, who was just a child at the time.
This incident became a persistent shadow in his heart.
And it was from that moment on that the label "weakest executive" had been firmly attached to him.
Now, Kunji, standing before him, seemed to be his perfect opportunity to turn things around.
As long as he defeated his opponent, he could prove to everyone that he was not incompetent!
With this thought, Madarame Shion gripped his brass knuckles tightly.
He charged at Kunji with menacing vigor.
Just as the two were about to clash, Madarame Shion's right fist struck out like a fierce storm.
However, facing this sharp blow, Kunji merely curved his lips slightly, revealing a faint smile.
It turned out that at this moment, Kunji had already perceived his opponent's weakness.
His figure flickered, and he quickly crouched down, easily avoiding Madarame Shion's fierce punch.
Immediately after, Kunji sprang up, delivering a powerful uppercut that went straight for Madarame Shion's face.
This heavy punch landed squarely on Madarame Shion's chin.
Struck by such a heavy blow, Madarame Shion's eyes closed, and he began to "sleep."
Madarame Shion slowly fell to the ground, and Kunji's appearance was revealed to the Haitani Brothers.
It was terrifying. Even though he was heavily injured, he still easily took down two people.
Although both were shocked, their actions were not slow at all.
He gripped two incredibly sharp daggers tightly in his hands and lunged at Kunji like a hungry tiger pouncing on its prey!
However, facing such a fierce offensive, Kunji remained exceptionally calm and composed.
He flickered, easily dodging their attacks with his A+ speed advantage.
Kunji's gaze was sharp, fixed intently on the enemy before him.
Just then, he suddenly spotted a perfect opportunity—Haitani Rindo revealed a momentary weakness!
In a flash, Kunji unhesitatingly closed in on Haitani Rindo.
With a thunderous force, he delivered a heavy, powerful elbow strike, smashing it fiercely into Haitani Rindo's temple!
This strike was earth-shattering, incredibly powerful! Haitani Rindo's body reeled violently after suffering the heavy blow.
But surprisingly, he didn't collapse on the spot.
Perhaps Kunji's strength was still slightly lacking, or the urgency of the moment prevented Kunji from fully accumulating power.
In any case, Haitani Rindo only felt a dizzying sensation, temporarily losing his balance, and was unable to pose a threat to Kunji for a short period.
Kunji knew he couldn't relax for a moment; he quickly turned.
He focused his attention on his other opponent—Haitani Lan.
Kunji launched a flying kick, a high roundhouse kick aimed directly at Haitani Lan's vital head!
Haitani Lan was greatly alarmed and hastily used all his skills to try and block this fatal blow.
He defended with all his might, but ultimately he barely managed to fend off Kunji's high roundhouse kick.
However, Kunji did not stop there; he immediately followed up with a punch, striking fiercely at Haitani Lan's face.
Haitani Lan dared not be slow; he quickly raised his arms and crossed them in front of his chest.
He attempted to block Kunji's ferocious punch.
However, Kunji's fist was as hard and powerful as an iron hammer.
Carrying an unstoppable, fierce momentum, it came like a bolt of lightning, smashing heavily onto Haitani Lan's desperately raised arms!
Kunji's punch was like an overwhelming, unstoppable force.
Its power was so great that it instantly penetrated Haitani Lan's defense, landing squarely on his face!
Haitani Lan, having suffered such a heavy blow, felt his vision go black.
His body swayed a few times before he directly collapsed to the ground, unconscious.
Seeing this, the stone hanging in Kunji's heart finally fell.
But he still dared not relax in the slightest—after all, facing an enemy requires giving it your all, even if the opponent is at the end of their rope.
Kunji turned his head, his gaze cold as he stared at Haitani Rindo nearby.
At this moment, Haitani Rindo had clearly not yet recovered from that breathtaking elbow strike, and this was exactly the perfect opportunity Kunji had been waiting for!
He suddenly spun around, launching a backward flying kick that accurately struck Haitani Rindo's abdomen.
Haitani Rindo, caught off guard, was kicked several meters backward, falling heavily to the ground.
Immediately after, Kunji quickly closed in, giving his opponent no chance to breathe.
He delivered another fierce kick to Haitani Rindo's head. This series of movements was fluid and seamless!
As Haitani Rindo's eyes rolled back, he also lost consciousness and passed out.
This thrilling battle finally came to an end. At this point, Kunji breathed a sigh of relief, and his constantly tense nerves finally relaxed.
Indeed, in a normal state, even if they teamed up, they wouldn't be his opponents.
But now it's different; the current Kunji is severely wounded.
He is relying entirely on Bloodlock to maintain his state.
Once the four of them break the Bloodlock state, then only death awaits Kunji.
Kunji took out his phone from his pocket and called Hanma Shuji.
"Hanma, I've been ambushed here."
"I'm severely wounded right now; you could say I'm almost dead."
Kunji said to Hanma Shuji.
Hanma Shuji was greatly alarmed by Kunji's words.
Kakucho, seeing Hanma Shuji's expression, understood that the Haitani Brothers' mission had failed.
He then decided not to get entangled with Hanma Shuji any further.
He immediately led the remaining Tenjiku members to retreat.
And Hanma, worried about Kunji, had no intention of pursuing the retreating Tenjiku forces.
"Let's go, find the President."
Hanma Shuji said to the Zhuxian members beside him.
Meanwhile, with Kunji.
Kisaki Tetta had already regained consciousness. Kisaki was greatly shocked to see Kunji still alive.
And all around him were unconscious Tenjiku executives lying on the ground.
"President, even in this state, he managed to counter-kill four people!"
Kisaki said in shock to himself.
"Kisaki, don't just stand there staring, take me to the hospital quickly."
Kunji couldn't help but say, seeing Kisaki in a daze.
"Oh, oh, oh, President, we're going to the hospital."
Kisaki said as if waking from a dream.
"President, what about them?"
Kisaki said, pointing to the four people lying on the ground.
"Don't worry about them, save me first!" Kunji said to Kisaki.
Then Kunji and Kisaki walked towards the hospital.
After the two had left, a figure slowly emerged from the shadows.
"Kunji, indeed, you are the creator of this new era! However, to truly become a leader of the era, you still need to endure one final test."
The speaker was none other than the Chief of Staff of the Kanto Manji Gang and Tenjiku organization—Kirihara Chiya.
At this moment, Kirihara Chiya was gazing at the four unconscious individuals lying on the ground.
There was no emotional fluctuation in his eyes.
To Kirihara, these four were merely tools in his hands.
But since they still had their uses for now, they couldn't be abandoned yet.
Kirihara Chiya simply waved his arm, and several Tenjiku members responded.
They quickly stepped forward, lifted the fallen four into a car, and then drove away.
The vehicle gradually moved further away, disappearing into the vast night… All the way, Kunji was thinking about who had planned this assassination attempt.
"It shouldn't be Izana."
"Izana would only defeat me with honorable means."
"Then it must be the person behind Izana, but Izana is a solitary king."
"He shouldn't be willing to be subservient to anyone, or perhaps the two have reached some kind of deal?"
Thinking of this, Kunji recalled his life-or-death moment some time ago.
Kaedehara Ryou!
According to Kunji's speculation, Kaedehara Ryou had also made some kind of deal with someone.
That's why he came to assassinate him; the current situation was too similar to before.
"Is it the same person?"
Kunji couldn't help but wonder in his heart.
While Kunji was contemplating these matters, he unconsciously arrived at the hospital.
Upon reaching the hospital, after emergency treatment, Kunji was finally out of critical danger.
When Kunji was first brought to the hospital, he truly startled the doctors.
After all, injuries like his—multiple fractures and a stab wound—were extremely severe.
If it were an ordinary person, they would have likely already fallen unconscious.
However, to everyone's surprise, Kunji acted as if nothing had happened.
As if nothing had occurred.
Not long after, Hanemiya Kazutora and Hanma Shuji heard the news.
They also rushed to the hospital.
Shiba Taiju, on the other hand, was away on a business trip—to put it bluntly.
He was out selling violence—and couldn't return in time.
At this very moment, Taiju was leading his Black Dragon Group, based on the client list provided by Kokonoi Hajime.
Selling violence services everywhere.
This was actually an important source of income for the Immortal Slayers organization.
Therefore, Taiju wouldn't be able to return in the short term.
Originally, Kunji had only thought Izana was utterly foolish.
To even send Kakucho was simply sending him to his death for nothing.
But he never expected that this whole operation had been premeditated by the other party.
They directly launched an assassination attempt.
If it weren't for Kunji's life-saving Bloodlock talent, saving his own life.
Otherwise, the consequences would have been unimaginable; the enemy might have truly succeeded.
Now that things had come to this, pursuing the mastermind behind this conspiracy was no longer important.
What was clear now was that their target was undoubtedly the Immortal Slayers organization.
Kunji lay quietly on the hospital bed, his eyes fixed on the pure white ceiling above him.
His thoughts gradually drifted away.
He recalled the last time he had come to the hospital, it was also under similar circumstances.
That time, it was because of Kaedehara Ryou's matter.
That time, he also faced a life-or-death test.
Fortunately, due to the system's protection, he was able to survive.
However, this time was different from before.
Although he ultimately saved his life by relying on his Bloodlock talent, Kunji's heart was still full of questions.
He began to wonder why the system had suddenly appeared at the critical moment of the last crisis;
But this time, when he was on the verge of death, the system remained completely silent.
This discrepancy left Kunji feeling perplexed.
"System... System!"
Kunji softly called out to the system in his heart.
Hoping for a response.
However, as time passed minute by minute, there was still no sign of the system responding.
At this moment, a hint of panic welled up in Kunji's heart.
The system had always been his precious treasure for survival.
If he lost the system's support, it would be almost a pipe dream to raise his combat power to the level of Izana's Dark Impulse, Manjiro, and Warcheng Qianzhou in a short period.
As time went on, Kunji's anxiety grew.
He deeply understood the system's importance to him, and now that it was mysteriously out of contact.
It undoubtedly cast a shadow over his future path.
Faced with such a change, Kunji had to find a solution quickly, otherwise, the consequences would be dire.
System, Kunji called out to the system over and over again in his heart, consumed by anxiety.
Finally, with a crisp "ding," the system's prompt sounded: "Ding! System update complete, now officially in use."
Hearing this voice resonate in his heart, Kunji's heart, which had been hanging high.
Finally settled back into his chest.
It was then that he suddenly realized that the reason the system hadn't responded before was because it was updating!
No wonder, during the fierce battle with the Tenjiku Four Heavenly Kings just now, even when he was on the verge of losing his life, the system's protection mechanism still wasn't triggered.
"President, are you alright?"
Hanemiya Kazutora asked with a worried expression, full of concern.
Kunji slowly shifted his gaze from the ceiling.
He turned to look at the crowd gathered around the hospital bed—Hanma Shuji, Kisaki Tetta, Hanemiya Kazutora, Ye Qi, Kokonoi Hajime... Except for Shiba Taiju.
All the Immortal Slayers executives were gathered here at this moment, standing by Kunji's bedside.
"Failure and humiliation make people progress; without failure, a successful man cannot be forged."
"Since we realize our insignificance, we should strive even harder to become strong."
"We are inherently insignificant, moving from ignorance to knowledge."
"Feeling pain is because we are growing; facing difficulties and overcoming them, life is full of wonder everywhere!"
Kunji looked at everyone and slowly said.
"All of you, be firm!" A hint of determination flashed in Kunji's eyes.
"But, Boss..." Kisaki Tetta still wanted to say something.
Kunji waved his hand, "I've decided, once my injuries heal, I'm going into secluded cultivation!"
"Secluded cultivation?" Everyone looked at each other, not understanding Kunji's meaning.
"That's right, I want to become strong, even stronger! Only then can I protect our organization, protect all of you!" Kunji's tone was firm.
Hanemiya Kazutora and the others listened and expressed their support.
"Alright, Boss, we believe you will definitely become stronger!"
"We will wait here for Boss to return!"
Kunji smiled, his heart filled with fighting spirit.
In the days that followed, Kunji dedicated himself wholeheartedly to cultivation. He constantly challenged his limits, striving to improve his strength.
Meanwhile, the Tenjiku organization had no intention of giving up. They secretly plotted, preparing to launch another attack on the Immortal Slayers organization...
"Why did we fail?" Kurokawa Izana asked Kirihara Chiya.
"Perhaps he wasn't meant to die..." Kirihara Chiya said.
"Not meant to die? What kind of reason is that?"
Kirihara Chiya retorted.
One must know, at that time, Kunji had multiple fractures all over his body, and was stabbed once, with a very deep wound!
An ordinary person with such injuries would have long since died, but Kunji was like a normal person, not only that, he even counter-killed four people!
"If this isn't called not meant to die, then I really don't know what is called not meant to die..."
Kirihara Chiya explained to Kurokawa Izana.
Hearing this, Kurokawa Izana was a bit displeased: "Then how exactly can he be killed?"
"Defeat him personally." Kirihara Chiya replied, "The time is very near, it's right before us—the great war between Tenjiku and Immortal Slayers is about to begin..."
"Defeat Kunji and prove that you are the King!"
"There's an ancient Chinese saying: 'One mountain cannot hold two tigers.'"
Kirihara Chiya said to Kurokawa Izana.
So what? Isn't Manjiro a king? Kurokawa Izana retorted to Kisaki Tetta.
"Is the Manjiro in your heart truly Manjiro?" Kirihara Chiya also retorted to Izana.
Indeed, Izana wanted Manjiro to become Shinichiro.
So he spared no effort in letting the Black Impulse erode Manjiro, and in the end, Manjiro would become an emotionless killing machine.
However, even though Izana tried hard to have Manjiro eroded by the Dark Impulse, it was clear that Manjiro still had people he cared about.
One of these people Manjiro cared about was also the main reason preventing the Dark Impulse from eroding Manjiro. This person was Ryuguuji Ken, the Vice President of the Kanto Manji Gang.
Several Toman executives, led by Ryuguuji Ken, were very annoyed with the current Kanto Manji Gang, and consequently, Tenjiku also received no respect.
This was because they were angered by such criminal behavior. Izana only found this laughable.
Isn't messing around just joining the yakuza? If you don't even understand this simple truth, why bother messing around?
Are delinquent teenagers only for showing off and bullying the weak?
Izana had long wanted to eliminate Ryuguuji Ken.
If Ryuguuji Ken died, almost no one would be able to restrain the Dark Impulse.
Then it would be Tenjiku's time to rule the world.
For this, Izana had been preparing this plan in his heart for a long time.
However, there was never a suitable opportunity. But today, Kirihara Chiya's words made Kurokawa Izana suddenly enlightened.
Kirihara and he had the same goal: to have Manjiro eroded by the Dark Impulse.
"Kirihara! Do you have a plan?" Izana asked Kirihara Chiya.
"I already have a plan in mind..." Kirihara Chiya said to Kurokawa Izana.
Thus, an operation targeting Ryuguuji Ken unfolded within Tenjiku.
Ding, ding, ding, a phone rang.
"Moshi moshi, this is Kirihara Chiya."
"Kirihara, you need to speed up your operation." Yamagata Mu's voice came from the phone.
"What do you mean?" Kirihara Chiya asked, puzzled.
"We need you to quickly integrate the delinquent world. So you can move against the other two organizations. If needed, our Yamagata Group can help you."
"Then I thank Mr. Yamagata," Kirihara Chiya said with a smile.
After hanging up the phone, Kirihara Chiya turned to look at Kurokawa Izana.
"Izana, Mr. Yamagata has spoken. We can move. You contact the others first and prepare for the operation."
"Okay." Kurokawa Izana took out his phone and began contacting other members.
Soon after, a group of people dressed in black gathered, their eyes cold and filled with murderous intent.
"The target this time is Ryuguuji Ken. Do you all understand?" Kirihara Chiya said in a low voice.
"Understood!" the crowd responded in unison.
"Depart!" With Kirihara Chiya's command, everyone left, and a bloody slaughter was about to begin... In the dark night, the men in black quietly infiltrated Ryuguuji Ken's territory.
Their movements were agile, silently approaching their target.
Ryuguuji Ken was discussing matters with his subordinates, completely unaware of the approaching danger.
Suddenly, the men in black launched an attack, engaging in a fierce battle with Ryuguuji Ken's subordinates.
Amidst flashing blades and clashing swords, a bloody storm raged.
Ryuguuji Ken was surrounded, but he showed no fear, fighting bravely.
He displayed formidable strength, and for a moment, he actually held off the attack of the men in black.
This was the strength of Ryuguuji Ken, the Vice President of the Kanto Manji Gang.
One person threw a heavy punch directly at Ryuguuji Ken.
Ryuguuji Ken, fearless, also unleashed a punch.
Their fists collided, and they were in a stalemate for a moment.
Both men simultaneously retreated.
Ryuguuji Ken's eyes turned cold; he knew these people meant trouble.
He let out a roar, his figure flashed, dodging his opponent's attack, and at the same time, he kicked the opponent's stomach.
Seeing this, the man in black immediately dodged sideways, but Ryuguuji Ken's speed was extremely fast.
The kick still hit his arm.
The man in black cried out in pain, and the knife in his hand fell to the ground. Ryuguuji Ken took the opportunity to step forward.
He grabbed the man in black's collar and lifted him up.
"Speak! Who sent you!" Ryuguuji Ken roared.
The man in black remained silent, a hint of determination in his eyes.
Ryuguuji Ken's heart sank. He knew these people would definitely not reveal the mastermind.
He exerted force, directly throwing the man in black away.
At this moment, more men in black surrounded him, holding weapons and attacking Ryuguuji Ken.
Ryuguuji Ken was surrounded, but he did not back down. He swung his fists, engaging in a fierce battle with the men in black.
"Useless! So many people can't even take him down." Kirihara Chiya cursed at his subordinate.
Originally, Kirihara Chiya's plan was not like this.
But there was no choice; the Yamagata Group was pressing too hard.
Ryuguuji Ken gradually fell into a predicament. Just as he was struggling to cope, a figure, like a whirlwind, entered the fray.
"Ken-chin!" The newcomer was Manjiro.
Manjiro's arrival instantly changed the tide of the battle. He was agile and, working with Ryuguuji Ken, quickly repelled the surrounding men in black.
"Thanks, Manjiro." Ryuguuji Ken said, panting.
Manjiro looked at the men in black scattered on the ground with disdain.
"But... who sent these people? Why are they attacking you?" Manjiro asked, puzzled.
Ryuguuji Ken shook his head, "I don't know either, but they are clearly prepared."
At this moment, Kirihara Chiya, watching all of this from a distance, his face turned very ugly.
"Damn it! Why is Manjiro here..." Kirihara Chiya gritted his teeth.
"Forget it, we'll find another opportunity next time. Retreat!" With Kirihara Chiya's command, the remaining men in black quickly left the scene.
"It seems safe for now..." Ryuguuji Ken breathed a sigh of relief.
But he knew that the storm had not subsided, and the conspiracy behind it was still waiting for him.
"Manjiro, why did you come here?" Ryuguuji Ken asked Manjiro, puzzled.
"It's this!" Manjiro took out his phone and waved it in front of Ryuguuji Ken.
Clearly, even though Manjiro was now eroded by the Dark Impulse, his feelings for Ryuguuji Ken were still the same as before.
And what was displayed on the phone was a text message.
"Ryuguuji Ken is in trouble!" Ryuguuji Ken couldn't figure out who sent this text message to Manjiro.
Ryuguuji Ken looked at the mysterious text message, his heart filled with doubt.
He didn't know who sent him the warning at the crucial moment, nor did he know if this person would help him again.
"Anyway, thank you this time, Manjiro." Ryuguuji Ken patted Manjiro's shoulder.
"Hehe, it's nothing." Manjiro smiled, then suddenly put away his smile and looked at Ryuguuji Ken seriously.
"But, Ryuguuji Ken, you must be careful from now on. I always feel like someone is targeting you in the dark."
Ryuguuji Ken nodded; he also realized the seriousness of the situation.
These unidentified people coming one after another must have some ulterior motive.
"I will investigate thoroughly." Ryuguuji Ken said with a determined look.
How are things going over there?"
Kunji asked Kisaki Tetta.
That's right, Kunji was the one who sent that text message to Manjiro.
Ever since Tenjiku's ambush on Kunji last time, Kunji had been constantly monitoring Tenjiku's movements.
According to reports from spies within Tenjiku, Kurokawa Izana had dispatched many people to Ryuguuji Ken's location.
Moreover, all these people were masked, their faces unclear, and they weren't even wearing Tenjiku's special attack uniforms.
This was definitely an assassination attempt!
Kunji was very puzzled: Why did Tenjiku always like to engage in such sneaky assassinations?
Couldn't they just kill people openly?
They lacked ability, yet always resorted to underhanded tricks behind the scenes—truly despicable methods!
If you don't have the strength, then sit down!
Kunji was very clear about Tenjiku's objective, or rather, Izana's objective—as long as Ryuguuji Ken was killed.
Manjiro might be completely corrupted by the Dark Impulse, becoming what they desired.
But looking at the current situation, Ryuguuji Ken's death would bring no benefit to Zhu Xian.
In fact, it would be all bad. In the original story, it was not an exaggeration to say that Dark Impulse Manjiro was the ceiling of combat power.
Even the protagonist, Hanagaki Takemichi, only resolved the curse of the Dark Impulse with his own death in the final ending.
Letting Izana kill Ryuguuji Ken was definitely not a wise choice.
So Kunji composed a text message and sent it to Manjiro.
This message indeed worked; Manjiro went to save Ryuguuji Ken.
Kurokawa Izana's plan fell through, but Kunji believed that this was the first action against Ryuguuji Ken, but not the last.
As long as Manjiro was not completely corrupted by the Dark Impulse, Tenjiku's actions against Ryuguuji Ken would never stop.
"It seems we need to be more careful,"
Kunji analyzed with a serious expression.
"Izana will certainly not give up, and there will be more trouble to come."
"Then what do we do?"
"We can only strengthen our defenses for now."
Kisaki Tetta nodded, agreeing.
He knew that this battle had just begun, and more challenges awaited them in the future.
Just then, Kunji's phone suddenly rang.
He looked and saw an anonymous email. After opening the email, Kunji's expression became grave.
The email's content was just one sentence: "Do you think this is over?"
Kunji felt a chill, realizing that things might be more serious than they imagined.
"What does this mean?" Kisaki Tetta asked.
Kunji shook his head, "I don't know, but it doesn't feel good. Maybe it's Izana's warning, or from other enemies."
"Regardless, we cannot let our guard down," Kisaki Tetta said.
Kunji took a deep breath, "Exactly, we need to be prepared for any possible situation. Notify everyone to heighten their vigilance!"
The two exchanged glances, both filled with worry. They knew that the road ahead was long, and danger could strike at any moment. Kisaki Tetta asked anxiously.
Kunji pondered for a moment, a flicker of determination in his eyes: "We must take the initiative! We cannot always passively wait for their attacks."
"But how can we find their weaknesses?" Kisaki Tetta asked, puzzled.
Kunji's lips curved slightly, saying with confidence: "We can use our informants in Tenjiku and other various channels to gather intelligence. As long as we find Izana's soft spot, we can disrupt his plan!"
"At the very least, we need to dig out the Yakuza Organization behind Tenjiku."
Kunji said with a serious expression.
"President, I feel that the text message just now was sent by the Yakuza Organization behind Tenjiku."
Kisaki Tetta analyzed calmly.
"That doesn't make sense! Why would this Yakuza Organization be interested in us?"
"At most, we are just a Bōsōzoku right now, why would they target us?"
"And given our current standing, it's not worth a Yakuza Organization personally getting involved, is it?"
Kunji was puzzled and then ruled out the Yakuza Organization.
That left only the other hostile organizations.
The Kanto Manji Gang, Tenjiku, Brahma Organization.
These three organizations were all hostile to Zhu Xian, but Kunji thought carefully and realized that it didn't seem to be from any of these three organizations.
First, Manjiro would definitely not send it. Even if Manjiro was corrupted by the Dark Impulse, he wouldn't act so mysteriously, hiding his identity.
Next, the Brahma Organization was ruled out. Warcheng Qianzhou was just a simple young girl.
Although she was formidable, there was no need for her to send such a message.
And the most important point was that Brahma Organization currently had no direct conflict with Zhu Xian.
Brahma Organization had no reason to send such a strange message at this time.
That left only Tenjiku, which had the highest possibility.
Earlier in Ueno, Kunji and Ye Qi had beaten up the Four Heavenly Kings of Tenjiku.
Subsequently, in the Tenjiku ambush incident, Zhu Xian Leader Kunji was severely wounded.
After these two incidents, the two organizations had completely fallen out.
So among the three organizations, Tenjiku was the most suspicious.
However, this did not align with Kurokawa Izana's personality.
This kind of secretive behavior reminded Kunji of another person.
A character who had been hiding in the shadows and whom he hadn't discovered.
The mastermind behind the Kaedehara Ryou assassination attempt, that mysterious person.
This person also seemed to have been involved in the Tenjiku assassination attempt.
But Kunji couldn't be sure, after all, there was too little information about this person.
He didn't know if he was male or female, his appearance, or his personality traits.
He only knew that there was someone behind the scenes who constantly wanted him dead.
Kunji decided to start by investigating the mysterious person. He instructed his subordinates to intensify their search for clues.
At the same time, he also reminded everyone to remain vigilant to prevent another attack.
One night a few days later, Kunji received news that someone was secretly observing their movements.
He immediately led his brothers to search and eventually found a suspicious man in a secluded alley.
Just as Kunji was about to step forward to question him, the man turned and fled.
Kunji and the others quickly gave chase, but the man, like a ghost, quickly disappeared into the night.
Kunji realized that this mysterious person might just be the tip of the iceberg.
A larger conspiracy might be hidden behind him.
He decided to investigate further and unveil this mysterious veil.
"Boss, we've been discovered. Zhu Xian has been very vigilant lately."
The mysterious man who had just escaped said to Kirihara Chiya.
"No hurry, let's first withdraw everyone near the Zhu Xian base."
"It won't be long before this good show begins."
Kirihara Chiya picked up his teacup and took a small sip.
"Good tea!"
Since you admire this person named Kunji so much, why did you orchestrate the previous incident?"
"That incident almost cost him his life!"
The mysterious man spoke to Kirihara Chiya.
Kirihara Chiya remained calm, taking another sip of tea from his cup.
"That's right, I admire him, but at the same time, I also need to understand him," Kirihara Chiya said.
"I don't understand!" the mysterious man asked, puzzled.
"To find fighting spirit in desperation."
"What truly makes one despair is not the current situation, but an overly fragile heart."
"When a person can achieve a breakthrough from pain, his life enters a higher realm."
"True gold is tested by fire, and strong people are forged by hardship."
"Have you fully grasped the meaning of this?" Kirihara Chiya gently put down his teacup and said to the mysterious man.
The mysterious man nodded thoughtfully, seemingly understanding Kirihara Chiya's intention.
"You must know, Kunji has extraordinary talent and potential. However, only through the tempering of severe hardships can he truly become a top-tier strong person," Kirihara Chiya continued, "The things I orchestrated, though seemingly dangerous, were a crucial step to stimulate his potential. Only by enduring trials of life and death can he break through himself and reach a higher realm."
The mysterious man frowned slightly, "But isn't the risk too great? What if he can't bear it…"
"Risk and opportunity coexist," Kirihara Chiya interrupted, "Without challenges, how can there be growth? If he can't even overcome this, how can he bear greater responsibilities and missions?"
After speaking, Kirihara Chiya stood up, his gaze firm as he looked into the distance, as if seeing Kunji's future appearance.
"The current situation is a great struggle, and he is the person we are looking for."
"But, sir, what should we do next?" the mysterious man asked.
"Wait for the right moment," Kirihara Chiya said calmly, "Kunji needs time to grow, and we must also wait patiently."
"During this time, we must closely monitor his every move, and at the same time, prepare for the next stage of the plan."
"Remember, cultivating a strong person requires painstaking effort; we cannot rush it."
The mysterious man nodded in response, indicating he understood.
Kirihara Chiya turned and left, leaving the mysterious man to ponder his words.
The road ahead was still long, and whether Kunji could become what they expected was still unknown.
Over at the Punish Immortals side.
"Boss, no trace," Kisaki Tetta reported the situation to Kunji.
Upon hearing this information, the heart that Kunji had held in suspense finally gave up hope.
He had used all his intelligence networks, yet there was still no clue.
This indicated that this person did not come from the other three organizations, perhaps the Yakuza Organization behind Tenjiku.
Or perhaps there were still people in the shadows.
Kunji had a bit of a headache; he was just a small Bōsōzoku.
Why were there so many inexplicable people?
"President, what do we do now?" Kisaki Tetta asked Kunji.
"Send out all the scouts, keep a close eye on the other three organizations at all times."
"At the same time, get Kazutora and Hanma ready, and Taiju also needs to hurry back," Kunji pondered for a moment and said to Kisaki Tetta.
"President, do you mean we're going to openly confront them?" Kisaki Tetta asked in surprise.
"There's no other way; we can't continue to stand by. Perhaps only by taking the initiative can we lure the snake out of its hole," Kunji said to Kisaki Tetta.
"But the risk is too great. If it goes wrong, Punish Immortals could be completely wiped out," Kisaki Tetta explained the pros and cons to Kunji.
"If one is afraid of difficulties and doesn't act, then there will be almost nothing that can be done in the world."
"A farmer wants to plant crops; if he is afraid of drought and flood disasters and doesn't cultivate, he will certainly have no harvest."
"Fishermen want to eat fish; if they are afraid of drowning and don't cast their nets, their fish baskets will surely be empty."
"How can we retreat from our endeavors because of such minor difficulties?"
"I understand, President," Kisaki Tetta responded with a serious expression, "I'll go arrange it now."
Kunji watched Kisaki Tetta's departing back, pondering to himself.
He knew this operation was full of risks, but only by taking the initiative could he break the current situation and find clues.
The enemy is in the dark, and I am in the light.
An open spear is easy to block, but a hidden arrow is hard to guard against.
Kunji wanted to take the initiative. If the person behind this didn't act, then Punish Immortals would slowly erode the other three organizations and develop itself.
If the person behind it intervened, then Kunji would have the opportunity to understand him.
Thinking of this, Kunji stood up and walked slowly forward.
Then he was heard to recite:
"Mountains stretch for ten thousand miles, chasms nine deep."
"Frogs in the well, loaches, eels, and clams."
"This morning, the clouds rise with renewed vigor."
"Raising my head, I soar above the pure sky."
If you think ordinary is an abyss, then it is an abyss.
If you think ordinary is heaven, then it is heaven.
Since you don't want to stay here, then go.
Use your feet to walk out of this ordinary mire, from ordinary to extraordinary.
As soon as Kunji began to act, Kirihara Chiya received the news.
"Punish Immortals has started to move, and their personnel are all returning."
"What do you plan to do, Izana?" Kirihara Chiya and Kurokawa Izana sat opposite each other.
Kirihara Chiya asked Izana.
"Punish Immortals? They are just a disorganized mob. Do you really expect them to make much of a splash?" Izana said disdainfully.
Hearing this, Kirihara Chiya smiled slightly and then said,
"Never underestimate the intelligence of others; often, only foolish people consider others foolish."
"You…" Izana was angry.
"I don't mean that. I'm just saying that one cannot be careless with anyone, even if the other side is a disorganized mob," Kirihara Chiya said.
Izana took a deep breath, calmed himself, and asked Kirihara Chiya,
"Then what do you say we do?"
"Moonlight, frost fills the night."
"Blade light, especially cold."
"If winter does not kill."
"How can one see spring?"
These lines of poetry came from Kirihara Chiya's mouth, but it was unknown who he was speaking to.
"I will contact Manjiro," Izana said.
"The plan targeting Ryuguuji Ken can be stopped. It's not too late to do that after this matter is over," Kirihara Chiya said to Izana.
Izana hesitated but agreed after a moment of thought.
After Kurokawa Izana left,
"Next is the beginning of this grand play."
"Although I have high hopes for you, no one knows until the very end."
"Besides, I really need a winner."
Kirihara Chiya muttered to himself.