I practiced as a monk alone in Japan.

Chapter 54 I'm Going to Be Famous!

"This is our shop's signature Hellfire Spicy dish! Young man, are you really sure you want to try this? If you successfully complete the challenge, you'll receive a free gift from our shop. However, if you experience any discomfort during the process, please seek medical attention immediately."

"That's it."

"Huh? You can eat this spicy food?"

Since it was Kazama Sakura who was treating, they didn't choose a proper restaurant. Firstly, Tsukino Gen wasn't particular about food, had no dietary restrictions, and wasn't from a wealthy family.

Secondly, a lively ramen shop seems to have a better atmosphere, so that the two of them wouldn't feel awkward and uncomfortable sitting in a luxurious booth, speechless and restrained.

The ramen was already pretty good.

The girl next to me ordered a very bland ramen, but as soon as it arrived, I saw that Tsukino Gen had chosen the restaurant's signature Hellfire Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen, which made me a little worried.

Gen Tsukino smiled and said, "I don't know, I've never eaten it."

"You dare to take on this challenge if you haven't tried it before? I've heard that the hellish spiciness here is really extreme. I've seen many bloggers online give up halfway through the challenge, and it seems that you have to drink the soup along with it to be considered a successful challenge."

Gen Tsukino thought for a moment and said, "What's the point of eating ramen if you don't drink the soup? Of course you have to drink it."

Kazama Sakura looked at the other person with a helpless expression, "Then remember that if you really can't eat anymore, just don't eat it and order something else. Don't force yourself."

Do I look like the kind of person who likes to show off?

The girl winked playfully, "Isn't it said that boys always try to be strong in front of girls they like? I'm afraid you'll hurt yourself because of it."

Gen Tsukino couldn't help but laugh. "You've already defined yourself as the girl I like so quickly? You're getting more and more cunning."

"Not at all~"

The girl hummed softly, looking at the handsome young man with a languid gaze.

But what I was thinking was: Is it really going to be so fast? From the first year of high school to the second year, it seems like such a long time has passed.

While waiting for the ramen to be made, Kazama Sakura was thinking about the next topic when she saw Tsukino Gen suddenly seem to have discovered something.

"I'll step away for a moment."

"Huh? What's wrong?"

"It's nothing, I just saw two friends."

"friend?"

Kazama Sakura hesitated for a moment, then saw Tsukino Gen leave his seat and walk towards two seats not far away.

there.

"Today, Yuna and Daisuke bring you a brand new challenge. This restaurant's Hell Tonkotsu Ramen is said to be the best in Aoike Ward. It's said that 100 people have tried it, and not one of them has escaped failure. Today, we'll try it on behalf of you fans to see if it lives up to its reputation or is just a sham!"

Yuna spoke in a sweet voice.

The man next to him held a camera stick, skillfully searching for the perfect angle, seemingly completely immersed in his work.

He didn't sense any approaching presence from behind him.

until.

"Snapped."

He gently placed his arm on Daisuke Takahashi's shoulder.

"Who?"

Daisuke Takahashi hates the inappropriate behavior of so-called fans. Don't they know that even internet celebrities need to maintain a distance? Don't act like just because you follow us, you can put your arm around us and act like friends in any situation.

He shrugged impatiently.

"Who is it? Can't you see we're filming?"

He shook his shoulders and turned his head away.

next moment.

He saw a face he only saw in his nightmares, and instantly his lips began to tremble, and he could no longer speak clearly.

With her eyes wide open, she desperately hoped that the face she was seeing was just an illusion.

Some people, even if they haven't done anything to you, can be a nightmare once the threat is inflicted.

Yuna Nakamura, who was standing next to her, didn't seem to have noticed anything amiss.

"What are you muttering to yourself about? Hold the camera steady! I've got such a nice makeup look today, don't ruin it! Are you even listening to me?!"

Turning my head, I saw Tsukino Gen's face, a face that was both unforgettable and terrifying.

"It's you?!" Tsukino Gen smiled and looked at the two of them. "Hello, I didn't expect to run into you here. What, are you doing charity work at the ramen shop?"

Yuna Nakamura's voice trembled slightly as she said, "No, no, this is our new program. The store visits and promotions don't involve charity."

"Oh? You're not going to stop doing charity because of me? Have you forgotten your original intentions?"

Yuna Nakamura's smile looked more like a grimace.

I thought to myself, what do you mean by forgetting your original aspirations? Didn't you smash that away with a brick? And you're still asking this now?
All she could say was, "Pure charity is a bit difficult to do, after all, we also need to make a living. It's not that we're not doing it at all; we will certainly select suitable material if it comes up. We guarantee that we will definitely seek the consent of the parties involved!"

Gen Tsukino wasn't there to threaten the two again; he had indeed been following their social media accounts. They hadn't uploaded any articles about themselves or Mizuki Kiyono, and their exaggeration for attention had lessened considerably, making the content less sensational.

As a result, the comments from fans below were much friendlier, even praising their progress.

Oh no, it seems I've actually done something good.

"In that case, I can offer you an interesting topic."

Yuna Nakamura thought that Gen Tsukino was testing them by saying that, so she quickly shook her head.

"No, no need. We thought about what you said when we got back, and we think it makes a lot of sense. Helping people really should be based on respect, and we'll keep that in mind!"

"It's not about my friend, it's about another very talked-about person. He's a teacher, and now he's in a vegetative state."

"A person in a vegetative state? How can this be reported?"

Yuna Nakamura asked curiously.

Gen Tsukino smiled. "How you report it is up to you. But why do I say it will definitely be a hot topic? Because he has many secrets, and there have been incidents related to him in the places where he used to work. It may involve sexual assault of minors, or extortion. It's up to you whether you want to do it."

Upon hearing what Tsukino Gen said, Nakamura Yuna's eyes lit up instantly.

If what Tsukino Gen is saying is true, this is undoubtedly quite dramatic news. And it's likely firsthand information.

A teacher unexpectedly becomes a vegetable, but he doesn't deserve sympathy because he is also a heinous criminal.
"Didn't these police officers investigate and then release the information?"

"Perhaps some things are not suitable to be made public, but I think society needs people who speak the truth. It's just a matter of whether these people have the courage. What do you think?"

"But...this is difficult to get started with, isn't it?"

“I can recommend a police officer to you; she should be happy to tell you something.”

"Then please tell us more information. We did do some bad things in the past for the sake of traffic, but we have always had a burning sense of justice in our hearts! Just like the hellishly spicy tonkotsu ramen at this shop, right, Daisuke?!"

Daisuke, standing to the side, was still somewhat dazed. How did things suddenly veer into topics like teachers, sexual assault, and extortion? And what about Hell Tonkotsu Ramen? Does this teacher like ramen?
He came to his senses and nodded repeatedly.

"That's right! We'll thank you properly!"

Gen Tsukino shook his head. "No need for thanks. Just remember that this information was given to you unwillingly by someone in the know. Also, I hope you will continue to respect the wishes of those involved during the investigation. Do you understand what I mean?"

Yuna Nakamura immediately understood.

This young man, whether in his speech or his overwhelming strength, gave people a sense of being extraordinary.

Perhaps only those extraordinary and refined families could cultivate such scions; they didn't need to show their faces in public, nor did they care about the gratitude of ordinary people like them.

They simply wanted to follow their inner morals and conscience to do things that were inconvenient for them to do themselves.
Thinking about this, Yuna Nakamura was even a little moved. This is what a real second-generation rich kid is like!

“I understand. We have never met you, and none of our subsequent videos will mention any information about you! During the investigation, we will respect the privacy of the parties involved and the victims, and we will absolutely not publish any information that they do not wish to be reported!”

"Very clever. Enjoy your meal."

Gen Tsukino left.

Yuna Nakamura and Daisuke Takahashi breathed a sigh of relief.

"Phew, how come I run into him here? What bad luck! Zhao Ri is so young."

Yuna Nakamura's eyes lit up at this moment, "What bad luck? This is our good fortune!"

"What do you mean?"

"Haven't you figured it out yet? This guy is definitely not a nobody, at least not someone we can afford to mess with. And the fact that he's willing to provide this kind of information, give us materials, and even arrange the connections—what does that mean?"

Daisuke Takahashi seemed to understand, but not quite. "I think I understand something, but I haven't fully figured it out yet."

"It's simple, it's a test. If we can successfully complete this task and publish the report he wants, then he will definitely provide us with even more explosive material. Think about it, we can always get firsthand information that others can't get, without violating the facts or risking any backlash. What does that mean?"

"Are we going to be famous?!"

"It's a huge fire!!"

……

(End of this chapter)