Comprehension against the sky, creating the Five Thunders in the real world

But Honda Yoshi was completely unaware that his father had seen through everything and continued to nag Honda Kawa. Finally, Honda Kawa got annoyed and kicked him hard, sending Honda Yoshi flying.

"I'm your own son!"

Honda Yoshi almost burst into tears.

Am I even his biological son? My father went too far. Did he see through my performance?

"Don't think I don't know what you're up to."

"Behave yourself while you're out and about, and don't cause any trouble."

Honda's voice faded into the distance.

Honda Yoshi's face turned ugly. His performance, which he thought was flawless, had been seen through by his father all along.

"Sigh, I guess I'll have to ask the other brothers for help."

Honda Yoshi shook his head and sighed. Now, he could only turn to friends close to his family for help. He planned to go to a few of the brothers from the Teppanyaki Taiga family. To be honest, he didn't want to go; it was too embarrassing. He didn't want his friends to know he'd been beaten up.

His brothers weren't as easily fooled as his subordinates; they were all equals. Even though the Honda family was more powerful than those other families, and his father was more capable than their fathers, that didn't matter to the younger generation.

The elders' affairs are their own business. These scions of noble families are of equal status, all belonging to the top echelons of the Sakura Kingdom, and there is no distinction of rank among them.

Revenge through his men was impossible; even if they all went together, they wouldn't be a match for the Three Musketeers of the Grasslands. Now, their only hope was for revenge, and the only way to nip the crisis in the bud. Honda Yoshi was indeed not very strong; he had no chance in a direct confrontation.

His gang of brothers weren't exactly tough fighters either. But what era are we living in? Who still solves problems with violence?

No matter how skilled you are, you can't beat guns. As long as you have a gun, any problem can be solved.

In this respect, he couldn't compare to his good brothers. His brothers were all doing better than him, at least in terms of connections when it came to guns. The main reason was that Honda Kawa didn't give his son many privileges, which led to Honda Yoshi's less-than-ideal situation outside.

However, these are all minor issues.

With such a powerful backer, Honda Yoshimi was someone other wealthy and influential young people were eager to associate with. Everyone knew he was a big shot; if they encountered any problems they couldn't solve, Honda Yoshimi could definitely smooth things over.

……

"You are tasked with assassinating some of the most important figures in Japan."

“Our Nara family knows little about them, but we do know some of their general movements,” Nara Koki said to Lin Beichen. “I don’t have much information; I only know their daily routines, and I don’t know anything more detailed.”

Then, Nara Koki told everyone she knew the whole story.

Actually, he felt a little guilty.

Now he and Lin Beichen and the others are all in the same boat.

To see her sister, she must help them complete their mission.

However, the information I can provide is too little to be of much use.

At least that's what Nara Akatsuki thinks.

"No, the information you provided is crucial and will be of great help to us," Lin Beichen smiled. The seemingly ordinary information Nara Koki shared was actually quite complex.

Ordinary people have no access to this kind of information.

Only those truly from prominent families could know this.

If Lin Beichen were to inquire with other prominent families, his identity might be exposed, and even torture could be risky. Nara Koki is the best candidate; he genuinely wants to help Lin Beichen and his companions, and their goals align.

"The clues you provided can be a great help to us."

"There's absolutely no problem with that."

Yu Feng added affirmatively from the side.

Zhang San nodded in agreement.

Seeing their stance, Nara Koki breathed a slight sigh of relief.

He's just happy to be of help; he's afraid that what he says will be worthless.

If the intelligence is truly useless, these individuals will likely have to gather information all over again.

Back and forth, who knows how much time will be wasted.

……

at the same time.

A message has been circulating within China.

Norasuke, one of Japan's top assassins, will be publicly executed by firing squad at the end of the month, with the entire process broadcast live worldwide. This news has caused a global sensation.

A live-streamed execution is unprecedented.

Not only was the execution broadcast live, but it was also broadcast globally.

Isn't this going too far? Does this show any respect for human rights?

"I'm so unlucky. If I had known this would happen, I would have preferred to have died."

Noransuke was completely at a loss for what to do in this situation.

If I had known it would end like this, I would have preferred to end it all myself.

He never imagined his death would be so "grand," to be broadcast live globally. Now the whole world will witness his demise, serving as a warning to future generations: don't come to China to cause trouble.

Of course, China did intend to send this signal through this.

They wanted to use Noryosuke's death to warn other assassins not to act rashly.

As Japan's top assassin, Norasuke was internationally renowned, making him a suitable example to deter others. The other assassins were indeed swayed by this, as Norasuke was considered a benchmark in their line of work.

"Norasuke, we can give you a chance to repent and start anew, it all depends on whether you are willing to seize it. If you are willing, our China is willing to let you live." Lü Guangwei looked at Norasuke in front of him and said earnestly.

These words were like a bolt from the blue for Noryosuke.

His eyes widened in disbelief at what he was hearing.

After a moment of stunned silence, he hesitantly asked Lü Guangwei:

"Weren't you going to do a global live stream? Weren't you going to use me as an example to scare the others?"

This is indeed a problem.

Was the previous announcement just a smokescreen? Was it merely to attract attention so that China would then publicly back out? China shouldn't do something so foolish. A thought suddenly flashed through Norasuke's mind.

Just as he was about to voice his guess, Lü Guangwei smiled and said:

"Of course we will not break our word. China has always advocated treating people with kindness and respect, and even the dying enjoy basic human dignity. If we really want to execute you, we will never let you show your face in public."

"I'm afraid no one in this world has ever seen your true face..."

Lu Guangwei looked at the ordinary-looking young man in front of him and couldn't help but laugh.

Who would have thought that the renowned top assassin of the Sakura Kingdom would be such an ordinary young man? He is indeed a talent, and keeping him around will definitely be of great benefit.

Lü Guangwei plans to have Noriyuki take charge of training a special operations team.

China does indeed have certain shortcomings in the training of assassins and killers.

This is mainly because China has never favored such superficial and flashy methods.

However, there are ancient martial arts families and Taoist lineages within China, whose strength is in no way inferior to that of ordinary assassins.

Of course, this doesn't mean that the assassin's skills were entirely without merit.

What Lü Guangwei valued was the other party's set of assassination techniques applicable to various scenarios.

If Norasuke could pass on all these skills to special forces soldiers, the overall strength of China's special forces would undoubtedly rise to a new level. As long as it improves their capabilities, even enemies might be spared—especially since Norasuke hasn't caused many casualties in China; his operations have mostly been concentrated in Japan. From a certain perspective...
Norasuke could even be considered an allied force.

"I'll teach you my skills, no problem at all."

"But after you finish teaching me, will you really let me live?" Nora looked at Lü Guangwei with suspicion, his words difficult for him to process.

After all, he was an enemy officer.
Moreover, he is a highly threatening and dangerous individual.

Letting them go is like letting a tiger return to the mountains.

"Of course, we can't release you directly, but we will grant you a certain degree of freedom. However, you will have to spend the rest of your life in the Chinese army. We hope you understand the limits."

Lu Guangwei narrowed his eyes slightly, his gaze conveying a warning.

The person in front of them was, after all, a top-tier assassin, and not someone to be trifled with.

If he intends to cause riots or killings in future interactions, he could very likely cause casualties to the special forces.

"Please rest assured, I have no hostility towards China."

"As long as you spare my life, I will do my utmost to train combat elites for you and will never act rashly." Norasuke solemnly promised Lü Guangwei.

Having said that,

What he truly thought in his heart is unknown to outsiders.

If there were a real chance to escape, Lü Guangwei didn't think Nora would be willing to stay. Of course, that was on the premise that he could find an opportunity—even if he did escape, he wouldn't dare to cause trouble within China's borders.

……

time flies.

As onlookers around the world eagerly awaited the day of the public execution, it finally arrived.

Everyone watched the live stream with the intent to witness the true face of the top assassin. Whether ordinary citizens or fellow assassins, all were extremely interested in this global broadcast. After all, the top assassin of Japan has always been shrouded in mystery, and no one knows what he actually looks like.

In this situation,
Naturally, some people want to see Noryosuke's true face.

"It's truly heartbreaking. No matter what, he was a legendary figure in the assassin world, with a mission success rate as high as 99%. If he hadn't failed in China, his record would have been 100%. It's a pity that he ultimately lost."

"If you often walk at night, you will eventually encounter a ghost."

Many assassins were discussing it privately.

"It would be best if we visited China less often in the future."

"China is not a kind place, and besides, the profession of assassin is not honorable to begin with."

"I've saved up enough money, it's time to find an opportunity to retire."

Some of the assassins have already considered quitting.

They believed their strength was far inferior to Norōsuke's.

Even a top-tier fighter like Norasuke has fallen in China, which speaks volumes about the dangers of this profession. Trying to make a living this way is ultimately too risky.

Perhaps I can still live a carefree life today.

He might lose his life on his next mission.

"Assassins? Do we Chinese have assassins too?"

Many curious Chinese citizens also clicked on the live stream.

China has always been known for its good public security; aside from occasional fights, serious incidents are rare. Compared to the frequent shootings and unrest abroad, China is practically a safe haven. How could a killer appear in such a place?
"I've never heard of anyone being assassinated in my entire life."

"We've never even seen a trace of the assassin, yet someone still comes to China to commit crimes."

"Could it be that people in China also secretly hire assassins?"

The doubts of the crowd did not last long, and the truth was soon revealed.

The official Chinese livestream then provided a written explanation of the incident. In short, it was a case of China's heroes being targeted by desperate Japanese forces; our heroes were precisely the enemy's thorn in their side, and Japan hiring an assassin to kill them was entirely expected.

The live stream not only clearly explained the course of events,

It also vividly depicts the deeply moving deeds of the heroes.

This shows that the peace and tranquility of China is precisely what countless people have silently protected in the shadows.

There is no such thing as true peace in the world.

It's just that there will always be someone who steps forward to shield you from the storm.

"How do you feel watching your execution live? The person on stage is a death row inmate I arranged beforehand. He agreed to complete this global live broadcast for you, and we will pay him a fee. Don't worry, he won't show his face."

Lu Guangwei's kind smile sent a chill down Nora's spine.

China is not as gentle and approachable as it appears on the surface.

They certainly love peace and are partners of justice.
However, they will also take necessary measures within the bounds of moral principles. Such opponents are the most difficult to deal with, and Japan has absolutely no chance of winning.

To be honest, Norasuke had already seen through the situation between the two sides.

Japan has trapped itself in its own web and will inevitably bring about its own destruction, not to mention the empires watching it with predatory eyes from afar.

Japan's intention to join forces with the Empire is tantamount to dancing with wolves.

"Forget it, I don't need to think about it so much anymore. Those things are no longer my concern."

Norasuke shook his head, clearing his mind of distractions.

"Alright, this is a first for me. I'll help you train your assassins."

He nodded in agreement without hesitation.

"No, no, I don't want you to train assassins. The key is for you to pass on the skills you have mastered."

"Isn't this the same thing?"

"Fine, interpret it however you like."

"you're right……"

How can a person not bow his head under the low eaves?

Noransuke understood this principle well; there was no need to argue over such a trivial matter.

The instant the gunshot rang out,

The whole world seemed to fall silent.

The era of Norasuke, the number one assassin in the Sakura Kingdom, has come to an end.

The mere mention of it terrified countless assassins, and none dared to travel to China to accept any more hit-and-run jobs. For a little money, they could risk their lives; the waters of China were far too deep. Even the undefeated Nora-suke had stumbled. If even such a powerful figure couldn't be dealt with, what chance did ordinary characters like them have?

In the assassin profession,

There are very few people whose strength can surpass Norasuke's.

It can be said that China's global live-streamed execution has indeed deterred many petty criminals. The entire live stream had minimal commentary, yet it conveyed a clear message: those who offend China, no matter how far away, will be punished.

"Hey buddy, I recently got a job from a big Chinese boss."

"Once this job is done, we can retire. The client offered a very high price, and the target is just a businessman, a recently risen nouveau riche. It won't be difficult to deal with. We've known each other for years, that's why I brought you along." Someone had come across a high-priced commission from China.

It's important to understand that the market situation in China is different from that outside.
Scarcity drives up prices; with few assassins in the area, the price naturally rises. (End of Chapter)