In Huayu, the career reward is spy

Chapter 236 The competition isn't important, I just wanted to show off.
#Tokyo Circuit: The King's Comeback
On the Tokyo International Circuit, the sun blazed down, baking the track and making it sweltering, as if it were about to set everything around it ablaze.

The media area beside the track was already packed with reporters from all over the world, holding long lenses and cameras, all aimed at the starting area, and the air was filled with a tense yet excited atmosphere.

Maxim leaned against the silver-gray Mercedes GT, his eyes behind his sunglasses full of disdain. When he glanced at the black and white AE86 not far away, a mocking smile appeared on his lips.

"Hey, Asian superstar!" he shouted in heavily accented English, instantly drawing a flurry of camera shutters from the surrounding reporters.

"Did you steal your toy car from the film set? Do you want me to lend you a child safety seat?"

His tone was full of provocation, as if he was certain that Ji Yu was no match for him.

Japanese drivers such as Yamada also peeked out from their red GTR, RX-7, or Mitsubishi GT race cars.

Yamada chose to feign concern in front of the camera, asking, "Ji Yu-kun, is there a problem with your race car? I have a spare car, do you want me to lend it to you?"

"My car is fine, thank you for your concern," Ji Yu said nonchalantly.

At this point, the other two Japanese drivers couldn't help but shout, "Aren't you being incredibly disrespectful? Using a car like this to race? Are you treating this race like a movie?!"

"Movie stars should stay on film sets; this isn't a place for acting."

The two spoke in unison, drawing much discussion from the surrounding reporters.

Ji Yu, however, didn't care at all. He was leaning against the door of the AE86 and casually flirting with the fans in the stands.

Hearing what the two Japanese drivers said, he slowly raised his head and revealed a charming smile, instantly making many female reporters' hearts race.

Ji Yu replied in fluent Japanese: "Gentlemen, when you follow behind me, I hope you can see my taillights."

And you, what's your name again? Damn it! I can't remember!
"Oh! I remember now, Mr. clown from the circus, I don't need a child seat, but you'll probably need a unicycle."

His voice wasn't loud, but it was full of confidence and sarcasm, which immediately caused a burst of laughter from the audience, and the faces of those people turned ashen.

"ladies and gentlemen!"

Over the track's public address system, the commentator's voice, trembling with excitement, came through.

"We've finally arrived at this competition, and I think everyone is very excited! But the biggest highlight of this exhibition match should be the AE86 driven by Asian superstar Ji Yu!"

This modified AE86 is said to be a prop car from the movie Initial D. I really don't know what he was thinking. I wonder if the AE86 can beat these professional race cars like in the manga! Let's wait and see!

The commentator's words instantly brought the atmosphere to a climax, and the audience held their breath, eagerly anticipating the start of the match.

BBC sports reporter James said to the camera with a look of disdain: "This is an insult to motorsports! An actor driving a cheap movie car to a professional race?"
"This is all a farce, a publicity stunt for his movie. I shouldn't have come; it's so disappointing!"

His words were broadcast on television and reached people all over the world, eliciting different reactions.

In the stands, Shu Chang gripped the railing nervously, his palms sweating profusely.

She whispered to Liu Qianqian beside her, "Is Brother Ji Yu really okay? Those cars look so fast."

Liu Qianqian hugged Xuetuan tightly, her eyes fixed on the departure area, her gaze resolute: "Trust him."

Huo Wenxi also gently patted Shu Chang's shoulder to encourage her.

At this moment, the five red lights in the departure area lit up in sequence.

In an instant, the roar of the engine was deafening, as if countless wild beasts were howling.

Maxim's Mercedes GT spewed blue flames from its exhaust pipes, the powerful engine causing the car to tremble slightly. The other drivers' cars were also poised to go. Only Ji Yu's AE86 was unusually quiet, like a dormant beast yet to awaken, seemingly calm but concealing boundless power.

The red light is off! The race has officially begun!
Maxim slammed on the gas, and his GT race car shot off like a cannonball.

However, just when everyone thought he would take the lead, a black and white figure rushed out from the inside like lightning, directly overtaking the cars in front.

It turned out to be Ji Yu. He floored the accelerator the moment he started, and the AE86's tachometer needle swung wildly, emitting a high-pitched roar, like an angry bull, instantly surging to the front.

"Oh, God!"

The commentator couldn't help but scream, his voice filled with shock, "AE86 is in the lead! How is this possible?! How can its explosive power be so strong!"

The audience was stunned by this scene, and cheers and exclamations rose and fell.

Before the first bend, Ji Yu's right hand swiftly and smoothly traced a beautiful arc on the gear lever, the timing of the downshift and rev-matching precise to the millisecond.

The AE86's rear end swayed slightly as it cut into the apex of the corner at a perfect angle, the entire maneuver executed flawlessly without any hesitation.

In the Mercedes GT behind, Maxim's furious grip on the steering wheel contrasted sharply with Ji Yu's calm and composed expression.

The car was going very fast, and the track, which was several kilometers long, was almost over in the blink of an eye.

"incredible!"

The commentator's voice trembled, "Ji Yu pulled ahead of Maxim by 2.8 seconds on the first lap! That AE86's cornering speed is simply defying the laws of physics!"

The audience stared at the big screen, unable to believe their eyes. They had never imagined that an AE86 could perform so amazingly on a professional racetrack.

Is that really Ji Yu in the car? Or could it be Takumi Fujiwara?

Second lap.
Ji Yu's speed not only did not decrease, but actually increased.

The AE86 navigated the S-curve with ease, tracing smooth arcs, the sounds of tires rubbing against the ground creating a symphony of sounds.

Maxim and the others chased desperately from behind, with the accelerator floored, but they were dismayed to find that the distance between them and Ji Yu was not only not closing, but was actually widening.

“This isn’t right,” Yamada said anxiously to the convoy over the radio, his voice tinged with panic.

"There's definitely something wrong with his car! How could it be faster than my GTR?"

But he knew in his heart that all of this was due to Ji Yu's powerful racing skills; he just didn't want to admit it.

The other two Japanese drivers were on the verge of a mental breakdown. Before the race, they had said that Kiyoshi didn't respect them, but now it seems that driving the AE86 showed them great respect.

By the end of the third lap, Ji Yu was already a full 5 seconds ahead of the second-place finisher.

Just when everyone thought he would continue to extend his lead and win the game, the AE86 suddenly slowed down.

"What is he doing?" Shu Chang couldn't help but shout, his eyes filled with worry. "Is the car going to break down?"

Listening to the roar of the engine and the car's posture, Liu Qianqian understood Ji Yu's intention, and her eyes couldn't help but light up.

"He's waiting for them."

Shu Chang: "???" Are we waiting for them to come over and play mahjong?

When Maxim saw Ji Yu slow down, he was first taken aback, then a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.

He couldn't help but feel smug; this Ji Yu was indeed a joke!
While the technique is good, it's not professional-level; what matters for a driver is their overall ability!

The other drivers also showed expressions of delight, feeling that their chance to overtake had arrived.

Yamada breathed a sigh of relief, a smug look on his face. "I knew it! How could the AE86 possibly have such explosive power? It must have sacrificed the car's performance before, and now it's about to give out!"
The other two Japanese drivers were the same, overjoyed but secretly mocking Ji Yu.

They mocked Ji Yu while stepping on the gas, trying to widen the distance between them.

The spectators in the stands became anxious when they saw Ji Yu slow down.

Ji Yu's fans were filled with worry and disappointment, silently praying that Ji Yu's car had only encountered a minor problem.

"Ji Yu, you have to be alright!"

"Keep going! Don't give up!"

The fans were so worried, they're the best fans in the world!

Seeing this, Western journalists seized the opportunity to mock them.

"I knew it! Asians don't understand racing at all, yet they dare to challenge us!"

"That Ji Yu is just a attention-seeking actor. Now he knows how foolish his choice was!"

They faced the camera, making no attempt to hide their contempt.

"What is Ji Yu doing? Is the car really broken? Is this game about to end?!"

The commentator shouted in bewilderment, and the audience began to murmur amongst themselves, creating a somewhat eerie atmosphere.

On the track, when Maxim's Mercedes GT finally caught up, Ji Yu's AE86 suddenly accelerated like a ghost, sticking close to the rear of his car.

The two cars were so close they almost collided, yet they maintained a delicate distance, creating immense psychological pressure for Maxim.

When Maxim saw it in the rearview mirror, his eyelids twitched involuntarily.

Yamada and the others were also startled. They had thought they had a chance to overtake Ji Yu, but they didn't expect him to suddenly accelerate again.

Now all they can do is follow behind and try to find an opportunity to overtake!

"Psychological tactics."

A seasoned racing fan in the stands exclaimed, "He's going to crush Maxim with pressure!"

Maxim saw the black and white AE86's front end following him closely in the rearview mirror. With each bend, he could feel Ji Yu testing his limits.

Sweat soaked through his racing suit, his breathing became rapid and heavy, and his hands gripping the steering wheel trembled slightly.

"Go away!"

Maxim roared at the rearview mirror.

Ji Yu sneered, even driving with one hand while making a trash gesture in his rearview mirror.

"Fuck!" Maxim roared, but at the next bend, he was distracted and braked a moment too late, and the car almost went out of control and off the track.

Maxim's car shook violently, which frightened him so much that his face turned pale.

Yamada's situation was even worse. Under Kiyu's pressure, he had missed the best entry angle twice. His tires were starting to wear out badly due to excessive friction, and his brakes were damaged!

The overall performance of the vehicle was also greatly affected.

His eyes were filled with fear and unease, and he secretly regretted that he should not have underestimated Ji Yu.

"There are only three laps left in the race! This is absolutely amazing!"

The commentator's voice was full of drama: "Ji Yu is toying with these professional drivers like a cat playing with a mouse!"

The audience was captivated by the tense and exciting situation, their eyes glued to the track, afraid of missing any exciting moment.

Maxim and Yamada could only watch as Ji Yu's AE86, like a black hook, stretched across their midst, controlling the rhythm of the entire match!
By the third and fourth laps, their helmets were soaked with sweat, and they were on the verge of a mental breakdown.

Finally, they reached the last bend. Ji Yu had had his fill of fun and easily overtook Maxim by taking advantage of his mistake at the bend.

When Maxim and the others saw that Ji Yu was getting serious, they actually breathed a sigh of relief. In a daze, they felt that losing the game was better than being toyed with by him!
The AE86 suddenly accelerated through the series of corners before the finish line, leaving Maxim and Yamada far behind on an incredible route.

"The first place has been decided!!! The champion is our superstar Ji Yu!! My God! His current time is almost breaking the track's lap record! Let's wait and see when he crosses the finish line!"

The commentator was so excited, as if witnessing a miracle, that he couldn't help but shout, "Let's see who will be the second driver to cross the finish line!"

Can the Japanese driver beat Maxim and prove himself?!

Yamada and the others couldn't hear the commentary, but they were all under immense pressure. Losing to that monster Ji Yu was one thing, but they absolutely had to beat Maxim!
Otherwise, Japanese racing will truly become a laughing stock!

At that moment, Maxim had only one thought: he had to get second place!
At the last corner, Yamada and another driver behind him both tried to overtake, but due to a mistake in their entry angle, they crashed off the track.

Suddenly, the track erupted in cheers!
On the big screen at the finish line, the AE86 crossed the finish line.

Ji Yu's steering wheel movements were so fast they were almost blurry, and every slight adjustment was incredibly precise.

The AE86 gracefully came to a stop after the finish line with a perfect arc.

Maxim's Mercedes GT, however, was affected by the loss of control of the two cars behind him. His car became unstable and started to wobble, crashing hard into the guardrail after crossing the finish line.

A plume of smoke immediately rose from the scene. Staff rushed to the scene and carried Maxim out of the race car and onto a stretcher.

Ji Yu calmly pushed open the car door and leaned against it, watching the disheveled Maxim being carried away.

Before long, reporters swarmed around him, vying to hold up microphones and surround him.

"How did you manage to beat professional race cars with an AE86?" an NHK reporter asked eagerly.

Ji Yu wore a relaxed smile, as if he had just been playing bumper cars.

"Initial D will tell you the answer: racing is not just about cars."

His words were full of confidence, and he took the opportunity to promote the movie as well, otherwise it would be a waste of such a good opportunity.

Then, he turned to the direction where Yamada and the others had crashed and added softly, "I think they should be able to understand now why Ida crashed his car in the first place."

This remark silenced the Japanese reporters around him, but reporters from other countries couldn't help but laugh.

Many Japanese drivers were initially quite dissatisfied, but now they should be convinced!
That evening, the same headline dominated the headlines of many Asian media outlets.

Initial D becomes reality: Ji Yu becomes the Asian racing legend with an AE86!

This race will surely become a classic in motorsport history!
Ji Yu's name was also remembered by many car fans and drivers around the world on this day.

An unreasonable, monstrous driver!

(End of this chapter)