Martial artists can never be ultimately insulted

Iori Kazuka excitedly licked her lips and said, "If this can be done... then it'll be like I'm cooperating with Interpol, right?!"

Volume 1: Chapter 136 - Recruiting People

Hanaya Mina was alright; at most, she just wanted to make money. But Iori Kazuka was different. After hearing Iori Kazuka's words, Yuan Chen slapped her on the back of the head without saying a word.

"What kind of crooked schemes are you up to now, you rascal!"

"What crooked ways!" Upon hearing Yuan Chen's words, Yi Zhiyi Hua retorted vehemently, "I'm a police officer, okay! How could I possibly do crooked ways? This is slander, slander!!"

"..." Upon hearing Iori Ichika's words, Yuan Chen remained silent, only revealing a cold smile.

After spending this time together, I have gained a deeper understanding of Iori Ichika and Yuan Chen. Simply put, this anti-corruption officer is quite adept at using his position to his advantage. Even now, as the head of the Juvenile Division's patrol team, he still uses his connections and influence within the Juvenile Division to facilitate his actions.

Given the chance, this guy would definitely not miss the opportunity to use Interpol's name as his own.

If it were just him, it wouldn't be a problem, but the issue is that it involves the people around him. So Yuan Chen turned his gaze to the side to look at Hanaya Mina, Tenma Nozomi, and the others.

Seeing this, Iori Kazuka also cast a trusting look, hoping that Tenma Nozomi and Hanaya Mina would speak up for her.

But... even though they are friends, now feeling Yuan Chen's gaze and Iori Kazuka's gaze, Hanaya Mina and Tenma Nozomi also subconsciously turned their heads away.

They're all best friends. Don't they know Iori Kazuka's personality, even if others don't?

"Hey! Why did you turn your head away?!" Iori Kazuka said, waving her fist in annoyance, "Didn't we agree to be best friends for life?! Hurry up and clear my name!"

"So you know this is a whitewash!" Pegasus sighed in despair.

"You derelict cop, if someone wanted to fight you, I'd risk my life to help you! But the problem is... the problem is, how can I answer this kind of question against my conscience!"

"This is the one thing I can't say in support of Ichika," Hanaya Mina said with a helpless expression.

"After all, Yihua really helped me so many times..."

Looking at the unemployed vagrants and weak gangsters in front of her, Iori Kazuka also reached out her hand, her body trembling repeatedly.

"Traitors! They're all traitors!"

Yuan Chen didn't take this to heart. He simply exchanged a glance with Chun Li in the living room, after which Chun Li sighed and said:

"Let's see how things go... Although I'm not entirely sure, if I remember correctly, Interpol has considered establishing related fighting organizations in the fighting world, but it has been shelved due to a lack of manpower and the fact that the fighting world's underground groups are already saturated."

"If we approach this from the perspective of women's combat sports organizations, headquarters might share the same view as the department. If it can be approved, then establishing contact with local management organizations in the combat sports world will be inevitable."

As she said this, Chunli looked at Iori Ichika and said, "Ichika's reputation is somewhat... complicated, but she has helped me and Yuan Chen a lot. If the organization needs me to recommend a middleman, then I will definitely choose you."

Upon hearing Chun-Li's words, Iori Kazuka, as if receiving some kind of approval, suddenly swung her fist and let out a "Yay!" sound. Then, looking arrogantly at Yuan Chen, she tugged at her collar and said:

"I knew it! Officer Chun-Li has a good eye for people!"

Seeing this, Yuan Chen simply shrugged and didn't say anything more.

Yuan Chen was not surprised by Chun Li's idea, because both Yuan Chen and Chun Li knew very well that to successfully establish their own underground fighting group in a place like the fighting world, it was not enough to just get overt support. They also needed someone to make contact and deal with some gray and even black areas.

Iori Kazuka was a very suitable candidate – the three factions in the old town, the Hanayama-gumi and the Sorimachi-gumi, as well as the ordinary residents, all got along very well with Iori Kazuka.

"Then it's decided!"

Yuan Chen smiled and then raised the wine glass in his hand.

Seeing Yuan Chen's actions, Tianma Xiwang paused for a moment, then also raised his wine glass.

As he raised it, he spoke as if in a dream:

"So—Pegasus Hope, 27 years old, unemployed, just fired, is now going to be his own boss?!"

As he said this, Tenma couldn't help but reveal a strange smile, as if marveling at how life could change in an instant.

Upon hearing Pegasus's words, Iori Kazuka and the others laughed heartily. They then raised their glasses and, after finishing their drinks, began to discuss with great enthusiasm how to proceed with the match.

Setting down his glass, Yuan Chen looked at the women in front of him who were chattering about the size of the ring and the referee's uniform. He tapped the bar, and then the women looked down at him.

As Chun-Li watched this scene unfold, a complex emotion flashed in her eyes.

Without anyone noticing, Yuan Chen seemed to have naturally become the backbone of everyone's hearts.

“Your ideas are good. But there’s a problem right now.” Yuan Chen held up one finger: “You haven’t really seen what top-level women’s underground fighting is like. Groups built on imagination will be slapped to death by reality.”

Tianma originally wanted to say that there isn't a single women's combat team that can truly be called top-tier yet, and all teams are still figuring things out... But then she thought about Yuan Chen's current status as an active member of the Kengan Association and asked, "So what are your thoughts?"

"My suggestion is to find a large group to take a good look first, to broaden your horizons."

As he spoke, Yuan Chen took out his phone, dialed a number, put it on speakerphone, and placed it on the bar counter.

It rang twice, and then the other end answered.

"Hmm—Little brother Yuan Chen? What's up? Why did you call me on your own initiative?" Katahara Sheka's voice came from the phone, full of enthusiasm, like a burning flame. In the background, the commentary of the fighting match and the cheers of the audience could be faintly heard.

"Well, I'd like to ask if there are any fighters who would be a good match for me recently, any kind of competition is fine," Yuan Chen said.

“I’m planning to form an all-female underground fighting group with some friends, and I want to let them experience the atmosphere of a top-level group.”

Upon hearing Yuan Chen's words, on the other side, at the Kengan Association's match venue, Katahara Sayaka, who was drinking water, suddenly widened her eyes, and then—

"Huh—?! ...

With a beautiful voice, Katahara Sayaka's distinctive and penetrating voice drew the attention of everyone around her, and even the two Kengan fighters on the ring subconsciously turned their gazes towards her.

Katahara Shoka also showed an embarrassed expression, and immediately turned to face the fishy-smelling fish, looking flustered and embarrassed.

If it were anyone else who interfered with the game in this way, they would definitely be kicked out if discovered.

However, Katahara Sayaka was clearly different—as the daughter of Katahara Metsudo, the president of the Kengan Association who had ruled for over seventy years and was still full of energy at over a hundred years old, neither the spectators nor the participants would find such a trivial matter annoying.

After order was restored, Katahara Sayaka immediately lowered her head. Although her voice was low, it was still filled with strong excitement as she said:

"Really? Really? Really?! This isn't a joke, it's a serious 'I'm going to rent a venue right now!'"

Yuan Chen heard Katahara Sayaka's still clearly discernible excitement and elation through the phone, and a smile appeared on his lips as he said:

"Of course, but right now it's just a makeshift operation. Come on, let's all say hello."

Upon hearing Yuan Chen's words, although they were not quite clear about what had happened, they already knew Yuan Chen's identity in the Kengan Association and assumed that he was an angel investor. Tianma Nozomi and the others then gave a vague self-introduction.

Meanwhile, Katahara Retsudou, who had come to watch the game with his older sister—but actually to prevent any inconsiderate people from bothering her—looked at the excited expression on her sister's face and asked curiously, "What happened? Why are you so happy?"

"It's Chen!" Katahara Sayaka said with a smile when she heard her younger brother's question. "Chen is planning to form an underground fighting group!"

"Yuan Chen?"

Upon hearing his sister's words, Katahara Retsudo was slightly taken aback.

At first, Katahara Retsudo was somewhat wary of Yuan Chen—although his cooking was indeed delicious, he was easygoing and calm, and although he was only eighteen years old, he displayed a calmness far beyond his years and abilities.

Eighteen is the most intense period of adolescence. To possess such great strength at this age, yet still maintain inner peace, unlike those mediocre people who are frivolous and arrogant, is humble and polite. Moreover, his older sister seems to like him very much, even affectionately calling him A-Chen... It would be strange if Katahara Retsudo wasn't worried.

However, after hearing that Yuan Chen wanted to form a fighting team, Katahara Retsudo quickly perked up, and his eyes became slightly more serious.

"Form a fighting group?"

"Yes, you should listen to it too."

As she spoke, Katahara Sayaka connected her phone to Bluetooth and handed a headset to Katahara Retsudo.

Hearing the conversation between the two and seeing that Lie Tang had also joined in, Yuan Chen gave a brief greeting.

Katahara Retsudo returned the greeting briefly, then asked curiously, "You're going to form a new fighting group? What kind of group is it? Speaking of which, if it really is a new fighting group, it might compete with the Kengan Association, right? Is that alright?"

“No problem,” Yuan Chen said. “It’s an all-female fighting team.”

"Oh, it's women's combat!" Upon hearing Yuan Chen's words, Katahara Retsudo nodded thoughtfully, a hint of interest flashing in his eyes.

As the eldest son of Katahara Metsudo, Katahara Retsudo still cares a lot about the development of the Kengan Association. He was initially worried that a new underground fighting group with the strength and connections of Genji might cause friction with the Kengan Association…

The main concern is that this could create a rift in the relationship. After all, compared to the size of Kengan, ordinary fighting groups are like ants compared to an elephant. Even if Kengan is not targeting them, the aftershocks of friction with other large groups could destroy those second- or third-tier small and medium-sized fighting groups.

But if it's women's combat sports, that's a completely different story...

Then, Yuan Chen briefly explained the concept and purpose of the women's underground fighting club.

Upon hearing that Yuan Chen planned to use this as a core element to bring in personnel from Interpol, the Violence Prevention Bureau, and even the Violence Mobile Force, thereby maximizing their influence and luring out organizations like Yingluo...

Katahara Sayaka was nothing special, but as the leader of the Annihilation Squad in the Kengan Guardians, Katahara Retsudou immediately realized that there was a huge opportunity involved.

As the eldest daughter, Katahara Sayaka was greatly indulged by Katahara Metsudo, who did not assign her too many responsibilities or missions, but simply allowed her to choose the life she wanted.

This led to Katahara Sayaka not being interested in the development of the Kengan Association itself, but simply being passionate about fighting and killing, and actively learning about broadcasting and hosting to serve as a referee.

Unlike Katahara Retsudo, who was groomed as a successor, Katahara Retsudo was well aware of how deep the darkness of the underworld was... like the ocean. If the surface world of fighting was calm and peaceful, then the Kengan Association was like the underwater world full of undercurrents, and even deeper down, there were many unseen deep seas filled with all kinds of monsters...

Yingluo is one of them.

If this is a probe used by Interpol or other related forces to conduct 'deep-sea exploration'... then the Kengan Association cannot remain uninvolved.

While Katahara Retsudo was still pondering, Katahara Sayaka's eyes lit up after hearing Yuan Chen's idea.

"Ah—! I get it! I completely understand! This is amazing!!"

Katahara Sayaka tried to suppress her voice, but couldn't hide the excitement in her words; her eyes shone as she said:

"The current fighting scene is full of smelly old men fighting. Although it's exciting, it's definitely missing something!"

Especially with changing social attitudes and the widespread practice of ki cultivation, the physiological differences between men and women have been reduced. It seems the market for women's combat sports is a completely untapped market!

"I'll ask my father to arrange a Kengan match right away, and I'll cover all the expenses! Just hurry up and come, I can't wait!"

"Okay." Yuan Chen nodded, chatted for a few more minutes, and then hung up the phone.

Pegasus, standing to the side, looked at Yuan Chen with a blank expression, then asked with some curiosity, "Who are those siblings?"

"Oh." Yuan Chen nodded upon hearing this and said succinctly, "I have a good relationship with the eldest daughter and eldest son of Kengan Association Chairman Katahara Metsudo. Let's see if we can get some extra investment."

Upon hearing this, Iori Kazuka was stunned for a moment, then exclaimed in astonishment, "Katahara Metsudo... isn't that the head of the Japanese Bank and the Japanese underworld?!"

Volume 1: Chapter 137 - Club Confirmed

Upon hearing Iori Kazuka's words, Tenma Nozomi and Hanaya Mina were momentarily stunned. But this moment of surprise lasted less than a few seconds. When they realized who was on the other end of the phone, they couldn't help but spit out the drinks in their mouths.

"General, General!" Pegasus Nozomi covered his mouth, his face full of astonishment.

"The Bank of Japan...and the underground business world?!" Hanaya Mina shrank back, then looked around nervously and said:

"What if some terrifying gangsters come out and wipe us all out at any moment?!"

“It’s a modern society now,” Yuan Chen waved his hand and said, “We don’t need to be so crude.”

Waving his hand, Yuan Chen said:

"Anyway, let's eat first. I'll let you know when the competition schedule is finalized. Remember to call me when the start date is decided. I know a few good female fighters."

As he spoke, Yuan Chen pointed to Han Zhuli and the others standing to the side.

Sensing the gazes of Tianma Xiwang and the others, Han Zhuli smirked, casually picked up a cup and threw it outside. Then, with a Wind-Breaking Blade, she shattered the cup from a distance, causing Tianma Xiwang to widen her eyes in astonishment.

On the contrary, Iori Kazuka seemed unsurprised, and even exclaimed in amazement, "Not bad, you seem to have gotten a lot stronger in a while! I remember you had to charge up your power last time!"

When Han Zhuli first met Yuan Chen, they immediately fought side by side, and the delinquent girl formed a fairly deep friendship with the frivolous cop.

Having been impressed by Han Zhuli's strength, Iori Kazuka can now clearly sense that Han Zhuli seems to have become even stronger than before.

"It's alright, after all, I've been training all along." Han Zhuli gestured with her chin toward Yuan Chen.

Although it was embarrassing, the growth rate with Yuan Chen was indeed very fast. Every time they sparred until they were exhausted and bruised, they would feel a significant improvement in various abilities after being with Zhuo Ge.

In Yuan Chen's words, it accelerates the recovery and regeneration of physical damage through life energy; it is all-natural, pollution-free, and has no negative effects.

Although she was skeptical about the lack of side effects—for example, Han Zhuli could clearly feel her body almost instinctively responding to Yuan Chen's needs—she didn't pay much attention to it because it was quite comfortable and saved her time on breakfast.

"Me too! Me too!" Wu Jialouluo raised his hand and said, "I'll participate in the women's combat too!"

Excitement gleamed in Wu Jialouluo's eyes.

Although he possessed considerable strength, it was a pity that Wu Jialuo never had many opportunities to truly demonstrate it.

Because neither the Kengan Association nor any of the top-tier fighting organizations in the underworld currently have formally established dedicated women's fighting competitions.

Although they had started testing the waters, the intensity of the trial competition was far too limited. Wu Jialouluo lost interest immediately after just one glance at the average level of the contestants.

Fighting someone of that level would probably make you sweat less than playing games with Yuan Chen.

And now... the Yuan Chen Group's scheme has the addition of Katahara Shoka and Katahara Retsudo, as well as the covert support from Interpol.

As an assassin, Wu Jialuo had already sensed something interesting.

In response, Tianma simply shrugged and pointed at Yuan Chen, saying, "As long as the big boss thinks it's okay, I'll do whatever he wants."