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Title: Ghost of Kicks (Additional effect: Opponents fear your elusive kicks, so when you use kicks, their presence will be further reduced, making them even less noticeable)
Talents: Conqueror, Omnistone - Riding
技能:铁块lv6、岚脚lv10、截拳道lv6、综合格斗术lv6、霸王色霸气lv13
力量4、敏捷4.9、体质5.4总和14.3(人类每项属性极限为1)
Crystals: 2
Fragments: 8
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"Although I can't match Hibiki in pure physical strength, but..."
Yato walked up to a sandbag that no one was using.
That sandbag was almost the size of a person, weighing around 300 pounds. No wonder no one uses it for training; it would be quite good if a punch could even make it sway slightly.
He placed his hand on the surface of the sandbag with a caressing motion.
"I can still do that level of work."
The moment the words fell.
The sandbag was suddenly struck with unimaginable force. The surface of the Oxford cloth that came into contact with the palm visibly dented, and the invisible yet tangible force, through the cushioning layer made of plastic foam, was thrown high backward by the powerful inertia.
Pulled by the thick chain, he wasn't knocked away, but instead spun 180 degrees as if he had used too much force on a swing, and crashed down on his head from the other side.
Hibiki and the Uehara sisters, still reeling from the shocking scene, had no time to react or even shout "Watch out!" before the sandbag came crashing down like a pendulum.
However, Yato, as if anticipating this, dodged to the side, as if catching the waist and abdomen of the person who had fallen in front of him, and reached out to support the sandbag. Its inertia and force disappeared without a trace in an instant. The change from movement to stillness was extremely abrupt and full of incongruity.
He gently restored it to its original state, and even checked the chain on the sandbag to make sure it wasn't broken before turning around to face the three stunned people.
"Is this...is this magic?"
Uehara Nana stared in disbelief and ran over to feel around on the sandbag, seemingly checking for any hidden mechanisms.
"How did they do that? There was no pre-charge action at all."
Ayaka looked completely bewildered, feeling as if her 'fighting philosophy' had been shattered into pieces.
"Saying that your strength is inferior to mine... This guy is clearly much stronger than me, that's really going too far, Mr. Yato, to treat other players like this."
The sound was loud and gurgling.
"No, my physical strength is indeed inferior to yours. The only thing I can do better than you is that I know how to use one unit of strength as ten units."
Yato explained patiently.
His strength attribute is only 4 points, while Xiang's strength attribute has increased after a period of training. Last time it was 5.2, and now it's 5.2. The difference is obvious.
"Igarashi-kun, is this some kind of modern martial arts technique?"
After calming down, Uehara Nana asked with a serious expression.
"Besides modern combat techniques, I also know a little bit of traditional martial arts."
Yato made a 'little bit' gesture with his finger.
"..."
Uehara Nana squinted at him.
Is this what you call 'a little bit'?
"Looks like I really need to call my old man back. I can't teach you boxing on my own... But with that kind of strength, why bother learning boxing? You should become a fighter... Uh, sorry, never mind."
"You can't do without guns if you have bullets. I think boxing might just become the firing pin."
Yato said with a smile.
“I think I’ve heard someone say something similar before. You two might have a lot in common.”
Uehara Nana's expression was strange, and her gaze unconsciously fell on a certain portrait hanging on the wall.
"We will meet someday."
Yato readily agreed, a strange light flashing in his eyes.
Two months later, on the island of struggle.
He had been looking forward to this for a long time.
Not only Gaolang, but many other masters will become his stepping stones!
Chapter 135
Half an hour later, they arrived at Zhu Mei’s house safely.
"Wow, it's different from when I came during the day. It feels more like a palace at night."
The three of them walked into the courtyard.
Hearing Xiang's exclamation, Yato looked around and found her description to be surprisingly apt.
Zhu Mei’s house… or rather, the Zou Liu’s house, is a standard European palace-style villa. The front yard has a garden, flower garden, and fountain. Entering the main hall gives one the feeling of stepping into a palace.
The stone pillars stand tall, supporting the eaves that seem to block out the sky.
The floor is covered with luxurious carpets, and the exquisite murals and crystal chandeliers create a strong medieval atmosphere. Long staircases wind up from both sides to the second floor. Including the staircases, every part is exquisitely carved, showing luxury and elegance in the details.
"You've finally arrived. I thought you weren't coming."
clap clap...
Upon receiving the maid's notification, Zhu Mei ran down from the second floor in her penguin slippers.
Wearing cozy loungewear, her long, flowing hair styled in a ponytail that falls in front of her chest, perfectly embodies the essence of a Yamato Nadeshiko (ideal Japanese woman).
"I'm so sorry, I've taken up too much time at Ayaka's house."
“I admit that I accidentally overdid it and almost forgot the time, but then Mr. Igarashi suddenly showed off his skills and startled us. As a result, my sister insisted on making him register as a member on the spot. I don’t think I should be the only one to blame.”
"...Even I have self-respect. If you say I'm not as good as Hibiki, as a professional, I have to prove myself, don't I!"
"Alright, alright, come on up, the chef has already prepared dinner."
Seeing the three of them arguing like children, Zhu Mei looked helpless and had to speak up to appease them.
"Really? Oh no, my stomach feels like it's going to growl."
"...The sound I'm hearing is the groaning of the fat on your stomach."
"Ayaka is fragrant!!"
"These two are really quite a handful."
Watching Hibiki chase Ayaka up to the second floor, Yato couldn't help but shake his head and sigh.
"Zhu Mei, they must have caused you a lot of trouble, right? You've really had a hard time."
"No, no, no, I really like this atmosphere."
Zhu Mei smiled.
"Although I got along well with my friends before, I always felt there was an invisible distance between us. But Hibiki and Ayaka are different. Their relationship is really good, so good that I'm a little envious."
Her words were full of tenderness and sincerity, without any pretense.
"You really are a good woman."
Yato chuckled.
Please don't suddenly say things that make people embarrassed.
Zhu Mei blushed, glancing at Yato out of the corner of her eye as she whispered:
"...And Yato-kun, I'm still a girl, not old enough to be called a woman yet. By the way, I've never had a boyfriend, I'm currently single."
"Would you mind having multiple boyfriends? Like someone like me?"
The girl had already given him a hint, so how could Yato let the opportunity slip by?
He had long noticed that Zhu Mei had feelings for him. Although these feelings seemed a bit strange, they were essentially attraction between the sexes.
Zhu Meiren is beautiful, like a pure white lotus flower.
I didn't dare to provoke them before because I had too many troubles around me and it would easily bring misfortune to others.
Although Yato doesn't consider himself a good man, he has his own principles and bottom line. It's one thing to play with other people's minds and bodies, but it's unacceptable to put them in danger of death.
"Eh?!"
Zhu Mei seemed not to have expected Yato to be so direct, and even deliberately spoke in her ear, his hot breath hitting her earlobe. In just an instant, her heart was in turmoil, her face turned bright red, and even her ears felt clear.
"Um... I think Yato-kun is a very nice person and a good candidate to be a boyfriend, but we haven't known each other for very long. I think it would be better to start dating first."
Is there any difference between dating and having a boyfriend?
Yato looked puzzled.
I'm a little confused about this shy girl's views on love.
However, it's clear that she takes her relationship very seriously. You have to think twice before making a move on a girl like this. If you play around with her and then dump her, things could get really messy.
Looking at it this way, the 'relationship' that Zhu Mei mentioned might not be so bad after all.
"But if we were to date, would we be considered lovers or just barely lovers?"
Yato feigned ignorance, intentionally teasing his opponent.
"Well...it depends on how well you get to know each other."
Zhu Mei rubbed the hem of her clothes and spoke in a barely audible voice.
It turned out to be the case.
At the beginning of a relationship, it's considered "not quite lovers" and is a stage of getting to know each other. As the understanding deepens and the relationship matures, it will develop into a formal romantic relationship.
"That's so typical of you."
Yato was somewhat speechless.
Eliminate fat and build muscle.
Isn't this just a parody of the fitness process?
Actually, while in the car, he learned about Akemi's general preferences from Hibiki and Ayaka, and he also understood why his gaze had been so intense back then.
She was simply attracted to his powerful pectoral muscles.
...That's right, Zhu Mei is a pectoral muscle enthusiast.
However, this has nothing to do with whether she's a "faction" or not. This kind of preference is peculiar in itself, but as a fighter, sometimes the training she has to do is much more extreme, so she's not really qualified to judge her.
"Let's start by getting to know each other."
Although I've had my share of interactions with girls over the past year, they were all casual acquaintances, each taking what they needed, and there was no real relationship involved.
Yato also felt that it was time for him to start a new relationship after a long time.
"Really!?"
Zhu Mei felt overwhelmed by a huge surprise, and for a moment she felt dizzy, and the world in front of her seemed unreal.
"I'm a weird girl who likes muscles! Of course, right now, I can't see any muscles other than yours, Yato! But Yato, would you really like to date a girl like me?"
She slightly raised her chin, her eyes gleaming like autumn water.
According to some people's research, when a girl looks at a man from below with a pitiful expression, it will have a powerful impact on the man.
Yato initially didn't believe it, but now he's starting to believe it a little.
The girl in front of him had eyes that held a mixture of timidity, shyness, and hope, as pure and innocent as a fawn's, making it impossible to refuse her.
"So you know you're weird... But that's fine. What's more, as a fighter, I might be hard for you to accept, right?"
"Yato-kun, are you referring to the competition?" Akemi paused slightly, her expression a mix of complex emotions and unwavering determination. "That is indeed very dangerous. Even though I'm very worried, I will wholeheartedly support you in anything you want to do, Yato-kun. So, if we can continue our relationship smoothly, please don't hide anything from me. This is my only request... no, my plea!"
"..."
Yato's smile faded considerably, and he looked much more serious.
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