Martial artists can never be ultimately insulted.

Meanwhile, while Chunli was inspecting the car, Han Zhuli grumbled and nudged Yuan Chen's backrest—Yuan Chen was sitting in the front row.

"Come to the back... I have something to ask you."

Volume 1: Chapter 111 - Late Night Snack Time

Upon hearing Han Zhuli's words, Yuan Chen turned around and glanced at her. Noticing the shame and confusion in Han Zhuli's eyes, he simply went to the back row.

"What's wrong?" Yuan Chen asked.

Hearing Yuan Chen's question, Han Zhuli, who had already prepared her answer, still felt somewhat ashamed when she met Yuan Chen's gaze.

It wasn't because she wanted to give Yuan Chen anything; Han Zhuli just needed to confirm some things.

However, after this series of unexpected events, what was originally just a simple inquiry about Yuan Chen now made Han Zhuli feel inexplicably ashamed.

"It's about...feng shui."

"Feng Shui?"

Upon hearing this, Yuan Chen nodded and said, "You mean the eye problem? Don't worry, Feng Shui is a very easy-going girl, and her grandfather, Wu Huili, has also agreed. This should greatly alleviate your current problem."

After hearing Yuan Chen's words, Han Zhuli nodded quietly after a brief silence.

She knew what Yuan Chen was referring to—while the life therapy could revitalize Han Zhuli's eyes, it was only for maintenance, preventing the damaged eyes from deteriorating further and from attacking the other healthy eye, but it couldn't truly cure the problem.

The main reason is that... it's been delayed for too long, and the health bar is empty. At this point, taking recovery medicine can only restore the marked value, and it's impossible to get extra benefits through timely treatment.

"When the Wu clan is liberated and their physical limitations are removed, some redundant structures in the body will also be activated. Although the physical condition of each person cannot be generalized, if the corresponding technology can be mastered, it may be possible to restore your eyes through these redundant neural structures."

The human vascular network, especially the blood supply system to the brain, has a multi-layered redundant design.

Among these, vascular redundancy provides multiple backup pathways to ensure that the blood supply to critical organs, such as the brain, remains uninterrupted even when blood vessels are blocked. In addition to blood vessels, there is also neural redundancy.

Neural redundancy can compensate for the loss of nerve cells due to aging or disease and maintain the normal function of the nervous system through functional reserves and the ability to establish new connections.

Han Zhuli's left eye deteriorated for too long, making normal treatment methods unlikely. The only way to restore it was to activate, revitalize, and strengthen these redundant systems so that they could replace the original nerve tissue.

As Yuan Chen seemingly casually shared his thoughts, treatment methods, and related details, Han Zhuli fell silent.

Judging solely from the meticulousness of his words, Han Zhuli was certain that Yuan Chen's decision was not impulsive but rather the result of considerable research and investigation.

Thinking this, Han Zhuli pouted and said, "Looks like you're quite concerned... I thought you were just playing with me all this time."

"What are you talking about? What are you saying?" Yuan Chen shook his head: "I am the most devoted and pure-hearted person."

"Tch," Han Zhuli said with a look of disgust, then turned her head away and said, "Then... I'll listen to you for the next two days."

"...Hmm?" Upon hearing this, and sensing Han Zhuli's state, Yuan Chen raised an eyebrow, then said, "What do you mean by 'listen to me'?"

"Well..." Faced with the question, Han Zhuli seemed a little embarrassed, but after thinking about it, Yuan Chen had indeed been busy working on his eyes, so she hummed in response:

"It's...using your feet...and from behind, things like that...didn't I refuse when you asked me to do it before? I'll play along with you for the next couple of days."

At first, she felt a little embarrassed, but after saying it, Han Zhuli quickly relaxed and looked at Yuan Chen with a face full of disgust, saying:

"Anyway, I don't know what's so interesting about this dirty place! It'll save you from getting all restless and having bad intentions every night!"

Yuan Chen didn't take it to heart and simply gave a thumbs up.

"He's absolutely insane!" Han Zhuli commented with disdain.

"Actually, I've never tried it." Yuan Chen made a peace sign with his hand. "I'm just curious."

As they spoke, Chunli finished checking the car and, upon reaching the driver's seat, blinked in surprise, realizing Yuan Chen was gone. Turning back, she saw Yuan Chen and Han Zhuli sitting in the back seat and exclaimed in astonishment:

"Why are we in the back?"

“Oh, let’s check Zhuli’s eyes,” Yuan Chen replied immediately.

Hearing that it was just an eye check, Chunli nodded understandingly.

She knew that Yuan Chen had been in charge of Han Zhuli's eyes during this period.

At first, Chunli was a little worried and even took Han Zhuli to many hospitals. However, after the doctors learned about Han Zhuli's condition, they exclaimed in disbelief. Chunli then realized that even if current medical technology could print a nearly identical prosthetic eye, it would not be able to truly repair the eye.

While prosthetic eyes created using human body printing technology are common and convenient for ordinary people, they represent a breakthrough in biomedical technology and have even won the Nobel Prize in Medicine, helping countless disabled people reintegrate into society.

Unfortunately, its effect on martial artists is very limited... It cannot circulate qi and intention like a naturally formed physical body.

It may even have negative effects.

This is absolutely unacceptable to Han Zhuli, who is now obsessed with pursuing power.

Since then, Chun-Li has agreed to let Yuan-Chen take care of Han Zhu-Li's eyes—as long as they go to the hospital regularly to check for any deterioration.

Thinking to herself, Chunli also asked Yuanchen if he had any solutions.

As before, Yuan Chen briefly explained his idea of ​​deepening his understanding of the details inside the eyes through the 'eye liberation' of Feng Shui, and then restoring the condition of the eyeballs through the compensation of redundant structures in the human body.

Hearing Yuan Chen's confident and articulate words, Chunli nodded after realizing that Yuan Chen had indeed conducted detailed research, and then said:

"Then I'll leave this matter to you. Also, there were some problems at the serious offender prison in South Korea, but they've been suppressed now. If you have time tonight, remember to have a video call with Director Kim."

Upon hearing this, Yuan Chen nodded.

Although it was previously agreed that a video call would be made to let Han Joo-ri know she was safe, for some unknown reason, a series of riots broke out in some prisons for serious offenders in South Korea.

As South Korea's top fighter, Kim Ga-bum also joined the riot control efforts without hesitation. With Han Joo-ri's safety confirmed, he has been conducting high-intensity patrols across the country for the past few days.

……

But then again, isn't Kim Jong-un's suppression of the prison riot part of the King of Fighters '94 storyline? It was through this experience that he took Chang Koehan and Choi Bounge under his wing for reformation and education...

What's the reason this time?

Yuan Chen shook his head, not thinking about it further, while Chun Li started the car and headed home.

On the way, with nothing to do, Yuan Chen subconsciously took out his phone, but then realized he wasn't sitting in the passenger seat; if he were in the back…

While idly playing on her phone, Han Zhuli suddenly felt a pair of hands land on her legs.

"……Um?"

Han Zhuli suddenly looked up and stared at Yuan Chen. Yuan Chen's expression remained unchanged, his face calm, but his hands continued moving without stopping.

Seeing this, Han Zhuli bared her teeth in displeasure, but then she remembered that she had already promised Yuan Chen that she would listen to him for the next two days...

Taking a deep breath, Han Zhuli pursed her lips and remained silent, then continued playing on her phone, pretending not to have seen anything.

After a while, I arrived home.

While wiping his hands, Yuan Chen got out of the car nonchalantly and discussed the evening's business with Chun Li with a calm expression. Han Zhuli, on the other hand, tidied up in the car for a while before sneaking up to the bedroom on the second floor while Chun Li and Yuan Chen were talking.

Back in the bedroom, Han Zhuli felt an unbearable heat all over her body.

Although Yuan Chen, that bastard, didn't actually fight her in the car, his hands were never idle the whole way, making Han Zhuli feel a strange impulse all over her body.

Thinking this, just as Han Zhuli was about to lock the door and take a shower to calm down, an arm reached in from outside the door.

Then, seeing Yuan Chen enter her bedroom, Han Zhuli seemed to realize something and pouted, saying, "...What?"

“Let’s do it.” Yuan Chen nodded.

Han Zhuli was taken aback, then immediately corrected herself, "Wait! We're not talking about the same thing at all!"

"There's no difference~ Let's take a shower together first!"

Yuan Chen put his arm around Han Zhuli's shoulder and walked towards the bathroom. Han Zhuli only struggled symbolically for a moment before giving up.

After a while, Yuan Chen glanced at Han Zhuli, who was already fast asleep, and checked whether the sports tape and other things were properly attached. After confirming that it would not be easily discovered, he covered himself with the blanket, then quietly left Han Zhuli's bedroom and closed the door.

Experiencing some rather special parts for the first time, Yuan Chen didn't feel any unexpected stimulation or comfort in terms of physical sensation. However, Zhu Li's reluctant cooperation and her shameful yet persistent reaction after getting into the mood did give Yuan Chen a strong sense of possessiveness and conquest.

However, time was limited, so Yuan Chen only took a small bite. When he sensed that Zhu Li was getting tired, he ended the meal hastily, planning to enjoy it properly in the evening.

Anyone who has cooked knows that the most time-consuming part is actually the seemingly casual preparation of ingredients, rather than the cooking itself. Dishes like stir-frying usually only take a dozen seconds to cook, but the pre-processing, such as blanching, chopping, and cutting, is quite time-consuming.

Although his strength was undeniable, Yuan Chen didn't feel much pressure. However, considering that martial artists typically have large appetites, he still prepared extra.

As night fell, around eight o'clock, several vans drove through the pitch-black old town, and a moment later, a group of people got out of one van, laughing and joking.

"Brother Yuanchen! He's here!"

Wu Fengshui waved to Yuan Chen, appearing full of energy. Upon arriving, he handed the gift box to Yuan Chen and said:

"I forgot to bring a gift when I went to see Brother Yuanchen last time because I had something to do. I'll make up for it this time!"

"And this is mine too!" Wu Lei'an followed along arrogantly.

“I had a mission when I came last time, so I’m making up for it this time.” Wu Huqi waved to Yuan Chen with a calm smile.

As for Garuda, needless to say, he walked in with a big smile as if he had returned to his own home.

"Oh, thank you for your trouble."

Upon seeing the gifts from everyone, Yuan Chen accepted them with some surprise.

Meanwhile, Katahara Sayaka walked over, handing the gift to Yuan Chen while looking around with interest and saying:

"Speaking of which, I really didn't expect you to open a shop here... There shouldn't be anyone else on the street after 7 pm, right? Aren't you sure you won't lose money opening a shop here?"

"It's alright, I just need to find something to do."

Yuan Chen shrugged: "I'm not interested in money. If I were really short of money, I wouldn't have chosen to open a shop."

Upon hearing this, Katahara Sayaka nodded in deep agreement.

If it were someone else, Katahara Sayaka might have some doubts, but having already gained a basic understanding of Yuan Chen's abilities, Katahara Sayaka was quite clear that if Yuan Chen really needed money, the giant companies and century-old enterprises of the Kengan Association would be vying to extend olive branches, and the signing fees alone would far exceed what ordinary people could imagine.

Thinking this, Katahara Sayaka said with a smile, "Speaking of which, aren't you going to open the gift and take a look?"

"Is that alright?" Yuan Chen looked at Katahara Sayaka and the others.

Wu Fengshui's gift was a box of Japanese regional pastries, which looked exquisite. Yuan Chen opened it and set it aside, intending to have it as dessert.

Wu Huxi brought over a box of tea, which looked quite valuable. Unfortunately, Yuan Chen didn't have much of an appreciation for tea. In his previous life, the tea he drank most often was Mixue Ice Cream's unsweetened regular iced jasmine green tea. But this time, he could give it a try.

Wu Jialouluo brought a pair of cups, asking Yuan Chen to open them himself and not to let anyone else peek.

After turning around and opening it... it was just a set of cups, probably handmade, with some stylistic traces visible in the details. There were two cups in total. At first, Yuan Chen just thought it was a nice gesture, but then he discovered that from his perspective, there were things placed at the bottom of each cup.

Two boxes of "Blocking Elf".

Raising an eyebrow, Yuan Chen looked at Wu Jialouluo, who simply returned a pure smile.

彳亍口巴.

It's at least a normal cup, not the Holy Grail.

After carefully storing the spirits inside, Yuan Chen inquired about Garuda's opinion. Once Garuda agreed that there was no problem, he took them out to show them off before turning around and putting them back in the cabinet.

Wu Lei'an had a bottle of red wine, which Yuan Chen immediately opened to decanter, preparing to enjoy it later.

Katahara Shoko's dish was a high-end beef, which looked quite valuable just by looking at the marbling. Yuan Chen also brought out a salt board to prepare the dish for sharing.

After the gift-giving ceremony, Yuan Chen began preparing the meal, while the others sat in small groups chatting, creating a lively atmosphere.

After a while, as they prepared to eat, Han Zhuli came down from the second floor with a troubled expression.

Volume 1: Chapter 112 - Katahara Retsudo

Coming downstairs, feeling the gazes of everyone, Han Zhuli said, "...Hello."

Everyone nodded in response, and Han Zhuli followed them to the dining table to enjoy her midnight snack and dinner.

Dinner is usually eaten around six or seven o'clock. Although she slept for half the afternoon and missed dinner time, Han Zhuli did not feel hungry at all.

Although she appeared listless, Han Zhuli was actually in quite good spirits. In fact, she could even feel a warm current flowing through her body. However, thinking about this warmth, she couldn't help but wonder how she was absorbing energy...

With a sigh, Han Zhuli's expression grew increasingly irritable and annoyed, and she lay on the table making soft, whimpering noises.

Meanwhile, seeing Han Zhuli's reaction, Katahara Sayaka and Feng Shui blinked as if they realized something. Although they didn't say anything, they had obviously guessed something.

On the contrary, Wu Jialou looked at Han Zhuli thoughtfully, as if he wanted to consult Han Zhuli's experience as a person who had been through it all, so that he could better start his life plan when his wife graduated from her cultivation.

"Anyway, let's eat first."

As he spoke, Yuan Chen placed the cooked dishes on small plates and served them to everyone.

Having already tasted Yuan Chen's cooking, Wu Jialouluo and the others needed no further explanation; they had been waiting patiently since Yuan Chen began preparing the meal. In contrast, Katahara Sheka, who was visiting for the first time, smiled broadly at Yuan Chen and said:

"It might sound strange, but I do have some insights and standards when it comes to cooking~"

"Then let's give it a try." Hearing Katahara Sayaka's words, Yuan Chen didn't mind at all, but just showed a confident smile and said, "I'm quite confident in my cooking skills."