Martial artists can never be ultimately insulted.

Having gone through all this, Tianma Hope now more or less realizes that it 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?

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 power often feel this pure desire for violence and gather in the arena that aligns 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 suddenly seemed to 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 person from Tang..." 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 raised his glass and said, "The big boss, you should drink first."

"..." Yuan Chen silently watched Tianma hopelessly playing around, and rubbed his temples, saying, "You must have some misconceptions about the people of Tang."

"Huh, really!" Tianma 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, it's so strange."

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

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

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

"...Huh?!" Upon hearing this, Tianma Xiwang was taken aback for a moment, pausing briefly as if wondering if he had misheard. Then, his eyes widened in disbelief as he stared at Yuan Chen.

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 physiotherapist, and I happen to be researching eye problems right now, so I can diagnose your condition at a glance.”

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

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

Although Yuan Chen was planning to set up a venue for women's combat sports, he did not intend to do everything himself.

And Pegasus hopes...

"Your eyes are definitely a problem. As the main person in charge of the arena, you will be responsible for determining whether new competitors meet the required standards..."

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 Xiwang, Tianma Xiwang was, after all, just an ordinary person.

When facing Hanzo Shiranui and Maki Genryusai, 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 his twilight years and neared the end of his life, his understanding of death deepened, and it was understandable that he developed some unique techniques.

It was precisely because they knew about Sangji's assassination techniques and Lao Yuan that they wouldn't easily reveal information related to them.

Martial artists need to hone their skills through sparring and combat, but casually revealing other martial artists' special 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 to do something different. She has been accumulating points in mid-sized teams and leagues around the world, aiming to join a larger team.

Having only joined the lowest-level and most superficial fighting faction in the underworld after suffering a retinal detachment, he is still unfamiliar with many of the rules of the underworld, and a moment's carelessness could reveal information about life energy...

Now, if we can stabilize the situation with the Life-Cooking Method, it should be fine. After all, while retinal detachment might be very troublesome for ordinary doctors, it's not a big problem for 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 phone screen to Tianma Xiwang beside him, and said:

"Go here for a check-up tomorrow. If everything is fine, we can come up with a treatment plan that day. Just follow it."

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

The message above is very simple; it just asks if the other person has time to check on a friend who has 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, Tianma hoped he didn't know what the Albert Institute was, but after glancing at the account information, he also 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 ophthalmology hospitals in Japan to inquire about reliable treatment options, but each time he went, the results were disappointing.

It's either incurable, or the treatment is prohibitively expensive...

And now...

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

Upon hearing this, Tianma 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, Tianma 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, 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 resolved properly. Even if Tianma is slow to realize, he has already realized that he may never 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 he was very interested in the question of how the nature of a woman's qi differed from that of a man's after she mastered qi. It was reasonable for him to extrapolate directly to that question.

"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 my entire future on it!"

"Anyway, have a meal, and wait for further notice. Then 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 dejected face is now full of fighting spirit, as if he has been brought back to life.

Iori Kazuka and Hanaya Mina were not to be outdone. They were just going through a rough patch when they suddenly found a powerful backer, and the trio of losers instantly transformed into a trio beaming with joy.

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

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

Meanwhile, Tianma Nozomi and the others didn't think anything of it. They even secretly gave Hanaya Mina a thumbs up, implying that they hadn't specifically studied the relevant rhetoric like Hanaya Mina, otherwise they probably would have come up and offered a few compliments.

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

After eating and drinking to their hearts' content, seeing everyone off, and cleaning up the restaurant, Yuan Chen and the others went upstairs to rest.

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

As soon as you look at him, you see him sitting on the sofa, his face full of casualness. To his left, Han Zhuli is wearing a onesie with her chest open and black underwear, holding a handheld game console, watching videos while leaning against Yuan Chen and playing games. To his right, Wu Jialouluo is simply holding Yuan Chen's arm and enthusiastically 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 saying, "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 - Obtaining the Feng Shui Garuda

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

"Energy conversion?!"

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

As she continued, Chun-Li, somewhat helplessly, put her hands on her hips, showing off her beautiful figure, and sighed 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 external 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 conversion process. Some people can convert 10% of their energy into special energy with 11% power, such as flames or electricity, which is of course not a problem.

But if you consume 50% of your energy and still only get 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 puzzled, 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 and feeling Yuan Chen's encouraging gaze, she took a deep breath and let Yuan Chen do as he pleased.

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 came over. They first tentatively touched the golden flame, and after discovering that it had no destructive power, they curiously put their hands inside.

"Although it has no destructive power, the healing effect of life energy becomes even more powerful 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 need to 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 at first, 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 converted by life energy, so it is indeed not very suitable for combining with Bone Fist.”

“I see…” Chunli said upon hearing this, “Then let’s try Qigong Fist later? Although Qigong Fist is released using pure Qi, according to Dad, some of our ancestors also used converted energy to operate it, 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. Just let me know if you need them."

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

"Your words are definitely fine."

Knowing 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 indifferent and said:

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

"That will be troublesome." 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 haul. Are there any new moves? You can find them at the Shiranui School."

"...There really is one."

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

"Huh? Charm?"

Upon hearing this, everyone was stunned. Then, Han Zhuli was the first to jump out, pointing at Yuan Chen with a sneer that was completely unbearable, and said, "As expected of you! You even learned this kind of move! Are you going to start putting on makeup now?!"

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

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

Compared to the Fire Spirit Technique and the energy-converting martial arts bone fist that combines it, the Charm Technique sounds rather ordinary.

Because this is not some kind of unique skill, any place with a bit of history will have no shortage of related techniques, but most of them are psychological suggestions exerted through behavior and makeup, which are not considered refined.

"Unlike those enchanting spells, this is achieved by stimulating sex hormones with qi, which is somewhat similar to the activation effect brought about by life energy."

Yuan Chen shook his head, knowing that simply speaking might not be easy to understand, so he calmed his mind and entered the state of charm.

At first, Chunli and the others didn't think much of it, 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 within them.

But the next moment, Yuan Chen immediately deactivated his charm 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 him.

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, Chun-Li, 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.