Super Fighting Tokyo.

Like a crazed movie fan who has watched five different movies in a row, it took her several seconds to come to her senses and look at the man in front of her.

"Kaneda... Sueyoshi...?"

At the same time, Jin Tian slowly extended his left foot, placing his weight in the center, while extending his left hand forward and raising both hands in front of him, palms facing forward.

……

Gina recalled, "Is that it? Something like the 'Maeha' stance in karate!"

This Russian transfer student is fascinated by cultures from various countries.

"So, judging from his clothes and demeanor, that man named 'Kinda Suekichi' must be a 'master,' right? Like a martial arts expert or something...?"

……

Let's go back to the present.

Looking at the man who was posing in front of him, Bai Mucheng's mind was in turmoil.

[The Powerful Assassin] Kaneda Suekichi —

Height 170cm, weight 73kg.

This man, of average build and even looking somewhat "weak," is a true fighter, skilled in the ancient martial art "Hongren-ryu."

In the "Kengan Zemei Tournament" that never happened, he broke the arm of [Hyotei] Himuro Ryo using precise movement analysis, thus qualifying for the tournament.

Kaneda, who was frail and sickly since childhood, was a man who would risk his life to fight and was good at analyzing his opponents.

In the first round, Kaneda Suekichi faced off against the "God of War" Gaolang. Although he was ultimately defeated, he earned Gaolang's respect.

Recognizing oneself as a weakling, yet still pursuing strength despite being weak.

—Suekichi Kaneda was such a warrior!

"..."

Kaneda Suekichi lowered his center of gravity slightly and swallowed. "Someone recommended me, so I apologize for bothering you so abruptly..."

"...?"

Bai Mucheng was taken aback. "Why did you come to me to fight?"

Kaneda countered, "Do I need a reason?"

Shiramu Cheng was even more puzzled.

But before he could speak, Kaneda slowly moved forward and said in a deep voice, "Isn't it still during the 'Kengan Street Championship'?"

"I'm a contestant too, so do I need a reason to fight in the streets!?"

"..."

This powerful shout, almost comparable to Sapain's booming voice, stunned Shiramu Cheng, who watched as Kinda approached.

"The competition...is not..."

Bai Mucheng still couldn't understand, so he could only blurt out, "If it's on the street, of course..."

"..."

Before he could finish speaking, Kaneda's left hand, which was positioned forward, had already brought Shiraki into his "air control circle".

The next moment—

Swish!

Jintian suddenly raised his left hand, pretending to push out his palm, but it was just a feint, intended to block Shiraki's view with his palm.

At this moment, Bai Mucheng remained motionless, still muttering to himself.

no……

Why did that "Kaneda Suekichi" suddenly come to see me?

Were you introduced by someone? Were you scammed? Or did you come voluntarily?

This is so sudden...

Moreover, at a time when Pike is so active, is it really necessary to emphasize the "street battle"...?

Anyway, why did Kaneda challenge me to a duel?

"..."

After a moment of hesitation, Kaneda's actions changed.

Using the "forehand covering the eyes" move as cover, Kaneda suddenly lowered his center of gravity, quickly cut in close, and aimed at Shiraki's heart.

He bent two fingers on his left hand and thrust them forward with all his might, delivering a powerful blow.

[Celebrity Style - Heart Piercing Flow]!

Swish!

The essence of this move is to press down on the opponent's wrist with the right hand at the moment the left knuckles are extended, preventing the opponent from blocking in time.

...But at this moment, Shiramu Cheng was thinking about something else.

Are we really going to fight? Go straight into war?

That was certainly cool and conformed to street rules, but the key issue was that it was too "smooth," which made Shiramu Cheng suspicious—

Why would something like this suddenly happen?

What do you mean?

Shiraki Shō vs. Kaneda Suekichi? There's absolutely no need for this match!

Swish!

Bai Mucheng's figure suddenly blurred.

He neither blocked nor dodged, but twisted his body and rammed forward with his shoulder, making a powerful thrust.

[Luke O Go Forward!]

Boom!

With just a light touch, he slammed his shoulder into Jintian's forehead, sending him flying and tumbling a full five meters away!

"~~~~~~!"

The few passersby were startled.

That scene was less about "pushing someone away" and more about Kaneda being hit by a "car" with no chance to resist!

Splash splash splash splash...

Kaneda Suekichi rolled and tumbled, raising clouds of dust, before finally collapsing to the ground.

……

……

At the same time, at the Shibukawa-ryu Aikidojo.

[Martial God] Yudi Dubu arrived with fine wine to share with [Martial Saint] Shechuan Gangqi.

The two sat cross-legged on the floor of the dojo.

"Wow~~~!"

Grandpa Shechuan took a sip of the strong liquor and exclaimed, "Not bad, not bad! This liquor is quite strong, but surprisingly delicious!"

Doppo raised an eyebrow and smiled, "This is Bobu snake wine, a gift from a friend in Okinawa."

Shibukawa drank another cup, then murmured, "They should... have come knocking on our door by now, right?"

Doppo was taken aback. "Who?"

"Kanada Sueyoshi."

Shechuan explained, “My old friend—the former leader of the ‘Red Man Flow’ sect, was a favorite disciple of mine. He wanted to participate in the street fighting tournament, so I introduced him to an opponent.”

Doppo scratched his bald head, looking puzzled. "What tournament? Oh right... the street tournament that Tokugawa-sama organized."

Shibukawa: "..."

Du Bu chuckled and said, "Wasn't that competition supposed to have ended after the five death row inmates were captured? Is it still going on?"

Shibukawa sighed helplessly, "You..."

"Alright, alright, it's because so much has happened lately, I just remembered! Anyway, it's not over yet, right?"

Dubu poured himself a glass as well.

"Hmm... Ancient martial arts style 'Red Man Style'."

He clicked his tongue and recalled, "Hehe, it really brings back memories. When I was young, I even played against the Red Flow. It wasn't an easy win; I was only slightly stronger."

Shibukawa, however, knew the inside story. "Yes, it left them with a huge scar!"

Dudu remained silent, offering neither response nor comment.

He took a sip of strong liquor. "So, who did you introduce as 'Kaneda Suekichi's' rival?"

Shibukawa adjusted his glasses. "—That guy from the Fighting Spirit Martial Arts Academy."

"Brother Shiraki!?"

Doppo was stunned. "Wasn't he thinking about Pico lately? Why would he introduce Kaneda Suekichi to challenge him?"

Shibukawa answered frankly, "Because Shiraki-kun is very strong."

"Ah~~~~"

Doppo crossed his arms, grinning and exclaiming, "To be honest, he's really strong, and his progress has been tremendous. So why is that?"

Shibukawa, however, looked serious. "Lord Doppo, I've been thinking lately—do people like us need a reason to fight a strong opponent?"

Doppo blinked, realizing that Shekawa had discovered the crux of the problem.

Shibukawa continued, "Ultimately, giving up everything in daily life for Pika is itself a form of taking care of—or even 'accommodating' Pika, isn't it?"

"Does Piko really need us to accommodate him? Do we even have that right?"

"Or rather, are we guys really used to accommodating others? We can't do that kind of thing!"