Martial artists can never be ultimately insulted

Having gone through all this, Tianma Hope now realizes, to some extent, that he may have latched onto a powerful patron.

Judging from Yuan Chen's appearance... he doesn't seem to care much about business and income? In other words, he just purely craves battle or something like that?

Pegasus vaguely remembered that his senior, Mitsuyoshi Muishi, had once told him that the leaders of those who run super-large fighting groups are often not business geniuses, but pure bloodthirsty maniacs who only established their fighting groups for the sake of pure killing and fighting.

Those fighters and martial artists who truly possess great strength often feel this pure desire for violence and gather in arenas that align with their will.

This has led to each underground fighting group having its own distinct style.

But in any case, it seems that my life is about to take a turn for the better!

While pondering, Tianma seemed to suddenly remember something and looked at Yuan Chen, saying, "Speaking of which, where is the big boss from?"

“Me? I’m from Hong Kong, a Chinese.” Yuan Chen said succinctly.

"A Tang Dynasty person..." Upon hearing this, Tianma Xiwang's expression also slightly hardened, and then he reached out and pointed the fish head on the table at Yuan Chen.

He then picked up his glass and said, "Boss, you should eat first."

"..." Silently watching Tianma hope to abandon that awkward game, Yuan Chen rubbed his temples and said, "You must have some misconceptions about the people of Tang."

"Huh, really!" Pegasus Hope was taken aback, but seeing that Yuan Chen didn't seem to care, he breathed a sigh of relief, then took a big gulp of beer and muttered to himself:

"Because I'm really scared... I feel like I'm dreaming right now, it's so strange."

As he said this, Tianma Xiwang unconsciously touched his eyes.

"I thought my life would just be like this forever... but then suddenly things turned around. Even though I can't continue standing in the ring, running a fighting team isn't bad at all~"

Upon hearing this, Yuan Chen glanced at Tianma Xiwang and said indifferently, "Retinal detachment, right? It's a minor problem, it can be treated."

"...Huh?!" Upon hearing this, Tianma Xiwang was taken aback for a moment, then fell silent for a short while, as if wondering if he had misheard. Then, he suddenly widened his eyes and stared at Yuan Chen in disbelief.

You're saying... it can be cured?

"Ah."

Feeling Tianma's hopeful gaze, Yuan Chen took out his student ID and said:

“I’m a physical therapist, and I’ve been researching eye problems lately, so I can tell your situation at a glance.”

Compared to Tianma's hope for a detached retina, Han Zhuli's eye was directly hit by a bullet, and the extent of the damage was completely incomparable.

Thinking this, Yuan Chen touched his chin as he met Pegasus's hopeful gaze.

Although she plans to set up a women's fighting arena, Yuan Chen does not intend to do everything herself.

And Pegasus hopes...

“Your eyesight is indeed a problem. As the main person in charge of the arena, you will be responsible for determining whether new fighters meet the required standards from now on…”

Upon hearing Yuan Chen's words, a hint of excitement appeared in Tianma Xiwang's eyes.

Yuan Chen, however, did not directly use his life energy—although he had high hopes for Tianma Hope, Tianma Hope was, after all, just an ordinary person.

When facing Hanzo Shiranui and Maki Minamoto, because they had sufficient understanding of assassins and knew the true value of the Mourning Assassination Fist, they wouldn't utter a word even if they knew about life energy.

As a legendary assassin, Lao Yuan already possessed unparalleled medical skills. As he approached the end of his life, his understanding of death deepened, and it was understandable that he would develop some unique techniques.

It was precisely because they knew about the assassination attempt on Fist and Old Yuan that they wouldn't easily reveal any information related to it.

Martial artists need to hone their skills through sparring and fighting, but casually revealing other martial artists' secret techniques and information represents a break and hostility in the inner world, and in the deeper world of assassins, it represents a fight to the death.

But Pegasus hopes for something different. She has been accumulating points in medium-sized teams and leagues in the mainstream world, aiming to become a major team.

Having only joined the lowest rung of the inner world's fighting community after his retina detached, he is still unaware of many of its rules and might inadvertently reveal information about his life energy...

Now, if we stabilize her condition with some life-saving cooking, it should be fine. After all, her retinal detachment might be very troublesome for ordinary doctors, but it's not a big problem for some scholars who are at the forefront of martial arts techniques.

Thinking it over, Yuan Chen picked up his phone and sent a message. After receiving a reply, he nodded in satisfaction, showed the screen of his phone to Tianma Xiwang, and said:

"Go here for a check-up tomorrow. If there are no problems, we can come up with a treatment plan on the same day. Just follow it."

Upon hearing this, Tianma Xiwang was slightly taken aback, then took Yuan Chen's phone and started looking at it.

The above content is very simple; it just asks if the other party has time to check a friend with retinal detachment to see if it can be treated.

The other party said there was no problem and gave an address: the Albert Institute in the Central School District.

Having focused on martial arts training since junior high school, Tenma had no idea what the Albert Institute was, but after glancing at the account information, he looked at Yuan Chen with a puzzled expression.

Tenma didn't give up on the world stage immediately after hearing that his eyes were beyond saving. Instead, he went to many eye hospitals in Japan, constantly asking if there were any reliable treatment options. However, each time he went, the results were disappointing.

Either it's incurable, or the treatment plan is exorbitantly priced...

And now...

“Albert Payne,” Yuan Chen said simply. “You can search for the name of the account owner.”

Upon hearing this, Tenma Hope opened his browser with some skepticism and then entered the name Yuan Chen had mentioned. After a moment, looking at Albert Payne's impressive resume, Tenma Hope fell silent once again.

After a long while, Tenma Nozomi took a deep breath and sighed, "I don't even... know how to repay you."

These two problems almost... or rather, they have already plunged her life into the depths of despair, into an irrecoverable abyss.

His own eyes, and his own career... Now, with just two phone calls, everything has been properly resolved. Tianma hopes that even if he is slow to realize, he may not be able to repay Yuan Chen for his help.

"Just do your job well."

Yuan Chen shook his head, not paying any attention.

For Albert, obtaining as much data on martial artists as possible was something he desperately wanted, especially since Albert himself was very interested in the question of 'how the nature of a woman's qi differs from that of a man after she has mastered qi,' so it was reasonable for him to apply directly to this topic.

"I will!" Although Yuan Chen didn't care, Tianma Hope had no intention of letting up. Instead, he clenched his fists and said earnestly, "I definitely will! I'll stake my name and all my future on it!"

"Anyway, eat, and then wait for further notice. We'll go directly to the Kengan Association for the inspection. If you encounter any problems, remember to call me directly." Yuan Chen waved his hand.

"no problem."

Tianma immediately reached out and gave an OK sign.

Or rather, especially Tianma Xiwang, whose previously gloomy face is now full of fighting spirit, as if he has been reborn.

Iori Kazuka and Hanaya Mina were not to be outdone. They were originally at the lowest point in their lives, but suddenly they found a powerful backer, and the trio of losers immediately turned into a trio of radiant joy.

In particular, Hanaya Mina used her skills as a hostess to help Yuan Chen by pouring drinks and serving him food.

Although it sounds somewhat humble at first glance, Hanaya Mina actually maintains a very good sense of distance. Although you can tell that she is being flattering, she does not make people feel awkward at all. Instead, she makes people feel like they are basking in a spring breeze.

Tenma Nozomi and the others didn't seem to think anything of it, and even secretly gave Hanaya Mina a thumbs up. It was as if they hadn't studied the relevant rhetoric like Hanaya Mina, otherwise they probably would have come up and flattered her.

After all, Yuan Chen truly led them into a new chapter in their lives.

After eating and drinking to their hearts' content, and seeing off the smug and shrewish guests, Yuan Chen and the others went upstairs to rest.

Upon arriving at the second-floor living room, Chunli, who was late, immediately covered her face as soon as she stepped upstairs.

As soon as you look at him, you see Yuan Chen sitting on the sofa with a carefree expression. To his left, Han Zhuli is wearing a onesie with her chest open and a black bra underneath. She is holding a handheld game console, watching videos and leaning against Yuan Chen, playing games in a daze. To his right, Wu Jialouluo is simply holding Yuan Chen's arm and excitedly sharing the interesting things that happened at school today.

The only one who could be considered normal was Wu Fengshui, who sat nervously on one side of the sofa. When he saw Chunli arrive, he looked like he had seen a savior and showed a "I'm saved" expression.

With a sigh, Chunli didn't say much more, only helplessly remarking, "It's one thing at home, but you can't do this outside..."

“It’s wrapped.” Yuan Chen nodded.

"Speaking of which, what did you gain from your trip to the Shiranui Dojo?" Chunli asked curiously.

Upon hearing Chunli's question, Yuan Chen scratched his head and said, "Quite a lot, a very fruitful harvest."

As he spoke, Yuan Chen snapped his fingers, and to Chun Li and the others' astonishment, golden flames burst into flame.

Volume 1: Chapter 138 - The Garuda of Feng Shui

"Flames?!" Chun-Li and the others were startled when they saw the burst of flames erupting from her palm, but they quickly realized that this was no ordinary flame, but rather—

"Energy conversion?!"

Chunli covered her mouth in surprise and said, "You learned it so quickly? Your talent is really... I don't know how to evaluate it."

As she continued, Chun-Li, somewhat helplessly, put her hands on her hips, showing off her beautiful figure while sighing with a face full of emotion.

But then, looking at the golden flame burning in Yuan Chen's palm, Chun Li asked curiously, "How powerful is this flame? Does it have any special effects compared to Qi?"

No wonder Chun-Li asked that question.

While energy projection is a highly advanced technique in many martial arts, it is not a development path that all martial artists choose.

The core reason is that, in most cases, energy is lost during the transformation process. Some people can transform 10% of their energy into special energy with 11% power, such as flames or electric current, which is of course not a problem.

But if you consume 50% of your energy and still only gain 11% of the converted energy... then only a fool would continue converting.

Upon hearing Chunli's question, Yuan Chen replied directly, "It's not pure Qi, but an energy transformation centered on life energy."

Yuan Chen gestured for Zhu Li to extend her hand. Although she didn't understand, Zhu Li obediently extended her hand. Then Yuan Chen guided Zhu Li's hand into the flame.

Although the instinctive fear of fire made Han Zhuli shrink back subconsciously, after hesitating for a moment, she took a deep breath and let Yuan Chen do as he pleased, feeling Yuan Chen's encouraging gaze.

As her palm touched the flame, a look of surprise appeared in Han Zhuli's eyes.

"...It's not hot." Han Zhuli said with some surprise, "And...it's very comfortable? Like warm water!"

"Eh~"

Upon hearing this, Chun-Li and the others curiously gathered around. They first tentatively touched the golden flame, and after discovering that it had no destructive power, they curiously reached their hands inside.

"Although it has no destructive power, the healing effect of life energy becomes even stronger after it is transformed into golden flames."

As he said this, Yuan Chen turned his gaze to Han Zhuli and said, "From now on, you must take in enough life energy every day, and it would be best if you could ignite flames in your eyes."

Upon hearing this, Han Zhuli blushed slightly, then pretended to be nonchalant and said, "Oh, I see..."

Besides energy conversion, Yuan Chen also demonstrated the Bone Fist. After seeing the combination of the Bone Fist and the Golden Flame, Chun Li tilted her head in confusion.

"I have a feeling... that Bone Fist isn't really suited to Ah Chen's golden flames? Given the power of flames, wouldn't the more you fight, the more the opponent recovers their health?"

“Hmm.” Yuan Chen nodded and said, “The Flame Scroll of Shiranui-ryu releases explosive offensive flames, but mine has been transformed by life energy, so it is indeed not very suitable to combine with Bone Fist.”

“I see…” Upon hearing this, Chunli said, “Then let’s try Qigong Fist later? Although Qigong Fist is released with pure Qi, according to Dad, some of our ancestors also used transformed energy, and its power was just as impressive.”

“I can do that too.” Hearing Chun-Li’s words, Han Zhu-Li chimed in, “I also have relevant techniques for practical Taekwondo here. Just let me know if you need them.”

In response, Yuan Chen asked, "Is everything alright? What about the Taekwondo area?"

"Your words are definitely fine."

Knowing somewhat that Yuan Chen was worried about being punished for casually teaching others the secrets of practical Taekwondo, Han Zhuli felt a slight warmth in her heart, but still pretended to be nonchalant and said:

"My practical Taekwondo is based on my own ki, and it is my own technique. Moreover, Taekwondo is not some mysterious art, and there are no rules that cannot be taught."

"Then I'll trouble you." Yuan Chen nodded.

As Yuan Chen demonstrated the Golden Flame and Bone Fist techniques, Chun Li asked curiously, "Looks like you've had a good time. Do you have any new moves? They're from the Shiranui School."

"...There really is one."

Yuan Chen said, "A branch technique of the Shiranui school, Ninjutsu: Charm Technique."

"Huh? Enchanting magic?"

Upon hearing this, Han Zhuli was the first to jump out, pointing at Yuan Chen with a mocking expression, and said, "As expected of you! You even learned this kind of move! You're not going to start putting on makeup now, are you?!"

“Charm magic… does sound strange.” Chun-Li also looked at Yuan-Chen with a strange expression.

Wu Jialouluo blinked curiously and asked, "Hmm...does charm magic require special training? And can men learn it?"

Compared to the Fire of Thought Technique and the energy-transformed martial arts bone fist that combines it with the Fire of Thought Technique, the Charm Technique sounds rather ordinary.

Because this is not some kind of unique skill. Any place with a bit of history will have related techniques. It's just that most of them are psychological suggestions exerted through behavior and makeup, which are not considered high art.

“Unlike those enchanting arts, this is achieved by stimulating sex hormones through qi, which is somewhat similar to the activation effect brought about by life energy.”

Yuan Chen shook his head, knowing that simple words might be difficult to understand, so he calmed his mind and entered the charm state.

At first, Chunli and the others didn't take it seriously, only sensing that Yuan Chen's temperament had changed in some way.

But slowly, in just over ten seconds, Chunli and the others also keenly sensed something was amiss. When they looked at Yuan Chen again, they felt a strange emotion stirring in their hearts.

But the next moment, Yuan Chen directly deactivated his charm state and said, "Well, that's about it."

Although Yuan Chen appeared calm, unfortunately, the scene was clearly in a strange state. Even though Yuan Chen had stopped activating and secreting male glands and related pheromones, the people present were still just staring blankly at Yuan Chen.

A moment later, as if sensing something, Chun-Li suddenly stood up and said, "I... I need to go to the restroom first! You guys talk!"

As she spoke, Chunli, hunched over and panting, ran towards the toilet, a string of water droplets dripping from her back.

As Yuan Chen watched Chunli leave, before he could even look away, he felt his wrist being grabbed.