Martial artists can never be ultimately insulted

"Oh! Great! Do you have beer?" Iori Kazuka asked, her eyes shining.

“Yes.” Yuan Chen nodded, took a bottle from the refrigerator and tossed it over.

Reaching out to catch it, Iori Kazuka deftly flicked the bottle cap off and poured the beer into a mug, then downed it in one gulp.

The coolness and heat intertwined, and Iori Kazuka said enthusiastically, "Feels so good! My tired body feels alive again! After a busy day, all I need is something that can completely relax me!"

"Oh, it's delicious!" Han Zhuli nodded repeatedly, but compared to Yizhi Yihua, Han Zhuli was clearly more interested in the spicy hot pot.

"I want to drink too!" Han Zhuli said.

Yuan Chen had no objection to this, but Chun Li, who was standing to the side, was clearly surprised and dissatisfied: "Drinking? How old are you now? Are you old enough to drink? And I remember you don't drink, right? It says so in the information at the Taekwondo club."

“I was only fifteen back then, so of course I didn’t drink.” Han Zhuli said while chewing on a piece of beef brisket, “But now I’m an adult… well, I only started drinking recently.”

Han Zhuli said nonchalantly, "Actually, I've always wanted to try, but my parents wouldn't let me. But it doesn't matter now, they can't control me anymore..."

Upon hearing Han Zhuli's words, Chunli realized she had said the wrong thing and quickly apologized, "I'm sorry, I..."

"It's nothing," Han Zhuli said nonchalantly. "Dead is dead. I'm still alive, and I still have things to do. Knowing these things is enough."

Even without deliberately interpreting it, one can more or less guess what Han Zhuli is trying to do based on her current state, the things she's going through, and the tone of her voice.

Thinking this, Yuan Chen and Yi Zhi Yi Hua didn't say much, but Chun Li subconsciously frowned and said:

“I don’t want to stop you from seeking revenge… but if you entrust all the meaning of your life to hatred, I don’t think that’s what any parent would want to see.”

"Then they can't control me anymore." Han Zhuli shook her head, a hint of boredom and disdain in her eyes as she said:

"Besides, we don't have any relationship at all, so leave me alone. Nobody can control me now, Auntie!"

"Aunt?!"

Upon hearing Han Zhuli call her "Auntie," Chun-Li's forehead immediately bulged out. Although she still maintained a smile on her face, even Wu Lei'an, who was so insane that he couldn't read the air, would definitely be keenly aware of Chun-Li's anger.

Seeing Chun-Li's anger, Han Zhu-li subconsciously shrank back, but remembering that no one could control her now, her rebellious streak resurfaced, and Han Zhu-li stubbornly said:

"Uh... because Chun-Li does look much older than me!"

“If you’re talking about body shape, then that’s true,” Yuan Chen interjected. “But it’s okay, even so, you’re not the smallest.”

Iori Kazuka protested, "This is a tube top! A tube top! I'm actually quite well-endowed, okay!"

Although annoyed, Iori Kazuka wasn't angry. After all, when dealing with delinquents, before you completely subdue and defeat them, their foul mouths can spew out all sorts of swear words and lame jokes, which Iori Kazuka was already used to.

But Chun-Li's attention was clearly not diverted.

Gritting her teeth as she stared at Han Zhuli, Chunli pondered for a moment, then raised an eyebrow and said, "If that's the case, I really need to have a serious talk with your guardian."

"Guardian? What does that mean?" Han Zhuli sensed a dangerous atmosphere and subconsciously shrank back.

"You may not realize it yourself, but your silent departure has had a significant impact in South Korea, and even our Interpol is conducting a follow-up investigation."

Seeing Han Zhuli's frightened expression, Chunli chuckled, but only tapped the water glass in front of her without saying a word.

Seeing this, Han Zhuli gritted her teeth, then picked up the soju and poured it into Chunli's glass, saying respectfully, "Sister Chunli, I was wrong."

"That's more like it."

Nodding in satisfaction, Chun-Li didn't continue to make things difficult for Han Zhu-Li. Instead, she said seriously, "However, even if I apologize, I must report to my superiors, because it is my duty."

Chun-Li said, "Kim Ka-fan, do you know him?"

“…I know.” Upon hearing this name, Han Zhuli seemed to realize something, a complex expression appearing on her face, and then her entire demeanor became listless.

Upon hearing this name, Yuan Chen glanced at it slightly and then asked, "It sounds familiar. What's its connection to Jin Jia Huan?"

Kim Ga-pwan Won-jin is no stranger to the public. He comes from the King of Fighters series and is a Taekwondo fighter with a strong sense of justice. He believes that evil is absolutely unforgivable and is very strict with himself and others.

Of course, this strictness is not a bad thing. At the same time, Kim Ga-phan's belief that evil is unforgivable does not mean killing evil people, but rather that "it is better to educate them and let them repent than to defeat them."

Therefore, he not only had to physically defeat the criminals, but also to "purify" them spiritually.

The most straightforward manifestation of this philosophy was that he took two serious criminals, Chen Guohan and Cai Baoqi, as his disciples.

The former is nicknamed "Big Pig" domestically and uses heavy handcuffs and chain hammers. The latter is nicknamed "Monkey and Rat" and uses sharp iron claws.

Kim Ga-phan, on the other hand, forced them to accept his "corrective" education. However, apart from these two, Kim Ga-phan also had a legitimate disciple, Lee Jin-joo, which will not be discussed in detail here.

Depending on the translation, although domestic players are more familiar with the name Kim Ga-fan, in the official translation he is called Kim Ga-han.

Considering the unique nature of this world, Yuan Chen decided to make sure that Jin Jiafan and Jin Jiazhan were indeed the same person.

“Ah, it’s just one person.” Upon hearing this, Chunli explained, “It’s just that the name was translated incorrectly when I first went abroad to participate in the competition, but it’s actually just one person. Tang Dynasty martial artists are usually called Jin Jiafan.”

"I see..."

Upon hearing this, Yuan Chen nodded, then asked, "And what is his relationship with Zhu Li?"

"Well... I guess we're fellow disciples and senior disciples."

Upon hearing Yuan Chen's question, Chun Li nodded and said, "Korea is only so big, and Taekwondo is basically just one circle, where everyone knows each other."

As she said this, Chunli looked at Yuan Chen and added:

"Kim Ga-pwan has a strong sense of justice. Although he is not officially employed, like you, Ah-chen, he is considered an important, worthwhile, and righteous unofficial member within Interpol. Therefore, Kim Ga-pwan is always the first to participate in stopping any martial arts crimes that occur in South Korea."

As she spoke, Chun-Li also looked at Han Zhu-li and sighed softly, saying:

“Zhu Li’s father was a good prosecutor with a strong sense of justice and a good friend of Jin Jiafan. After hearing about his friend’s misfortune, Jin Jiafan took the initiative to join the investigation.”

"Then, there was the news that Zhuli had also disappeared..."

Volume 1: Chapter 94, Sorimachi Group, Ryuji Yamazaki

Upon hearing Chun-Li's words, Han Zhu-Li also shrank her neck.

Although she didn't say anything, anyone could clearly sense that Han Zhuli must have realized, or rather guessed, something.

However, Chun-Li didn't seem to care, and simply said calmly:

"In short, when he returned to the martial arts school and learned of your disappearance, Master Jin Jiafan was not only furious, but also absolutely enraged."

As far as I know, during this period, every martial arts figure with even a modicum of influence in South Korea has been visited, and the crime rate has decreased significantly.

"...Haha." Han Zhuli revealed a guilty smile. Yuan Chen, on the other hand, did not seem too surprised.

Despite the fact that King Kafan may not be a household name and is not as famous as Iori Yagami, Kyo Kusanagi, or Mai Shiranui in the King of Fighters series, he has consistently ranked high in official popularity polls.

He is incredibly strong, upholds justice, and is hailed as the number one Taekwondo practitioner in South Korea, with no one able to surpass him within the next ten years.

More importantly, he has a very good reputation. Although he married early in his life, he has never had any scandals. He has two sons, both of whom have inherited his righteous martial arts style.

Although I was initially surprised by the relationship between Han Zhuli and Jin Jiafan, upon closer reflection, I realized that Han Zhuli's father was a prosecutor who pursued justice and dared to fight against the forces of evil.

She is also hailed as a rising star in Taekwondo, having become the national women's champion at the age of fifteen, and is kind-hearted... It can be said that she is right up Kim Ka-fan's alleys in every way.

And what happened? His best friend was brutally murdered in retaliation for investigating a sinister international crime organization, and his only daughter was blinded in one eye. Already devastated, he resolved to return to the martial arts world and clean up the Korean martial arts scene, preventing such a tragedy from ever happening again. Then, upon his return, he discovered his friend's orphan had disappeared…

Given Kim Ka-fan's personality, it would be strange if he wasn't angry.

Thinking this, Yuan Chen tapped the pot with his chopsticks, slightly surprised, and said, "If Director Kim knew your current state, I reckon he would definitely take you back and give you a good personality overhaul."

Zhu Li did not refute this, but simply lowered her head guiltily.

Chunli, standing to the side, tapped Yuan Chen's hand with some dissatisfaction.

"Don't point at people with your chopsticks when you're talking; it's very disrespectful."

"Oh, okay." Yuan Chen nodded, not taking it to heart.

Turning her gaze to Han Zhuli, and sensing the resentment on the girl's face, Chunli sighed and said:

"I will definitely report the news about you. Begging won't help. Because of your matter, not only Kim Jong-un, but also the political and police circles in South Korea are on high alert. Even Interpol has faced a lot of questioning..."

After a pause, Chun-Li thought for a moment and then said, "However, I can apply for a medical trip for you."

"Medical tourism?" Hearing that there was still room for negotiation, Han Zhuli immediately raised her head.

Feeling Han Zhuli's gaze, Chunli gestured with her chin toward Yuan Chen beside her and said:

“Let’s use your eyes as a starting point. Since the only place with a possibility of healing is here, it’s only natural to stay here. As a fellow martial artist, you know the importance of eyes, and I believe Master Kim will understand this as well.”

"The only problem is..." Chun-Li continued, glancing at Iori Kazuka beside her:

"As Zhu Li's current guardian, Master Jin is inherently righteous and hates evil. He already felt guilty after Zhu Li's parents were attacked and killed, not to mention that Zhu Li had gone missing for a time."

“Now that Zhuli has been found, although she's in Japan, Director Jin will definitely come immediately to check on her. If, during this process, we discover that Zhuli has shown signs of depravity as a result, or if we discover any bad records about her…”

She didn't continue, but everyone knew what Chun-Li was trying to say.

Given Kim Ka-pong's personality, if he were to discover that his once kind-hearted friend's orphaned child had fallen into evil ways due to persecution by wicked criminals, then given Kim Ka-pong's personality...

"Even if they don't forcibly take Zhuli back, they'll definitely try to keep her here for long-term protection, right?"

Yuan Chen shook his head in astonishment, "It's unimaginable that such a national treasure of South Korea would reside abroad for so long..."

“I don’t know whether to blame Juri or you.” Chun-Li, standing to the side, was also somewhat speechless: “Although it does seem to be Juri’s problem now, I still feel that it has something to do with you…”

“There’s absolutely no way that’s possible,” Yuan Chen shook his head in denial.

Chun-Li also showed a complicated expression in response.

No wonder Chun-Li acted this way. In terms of status, Sagat and Kim Ga-fan are roughly equal. They are both national icons in the martial arts world and can be called national heroes in this world that reveres martial arts.

Especially for small countries, a powerful martial artist like this can play a role similar to, or even surpass, that of a football superstar in Yuan Chen's previous life.

Because football superstars only make people aware that such countries still exist in the world, while powerful martial artists are true human weapons, making surrounding countries and forces hesitant to act against them.

He is indifferent to bullets, can block electronic devices from being detected by sealing off all his body's orifices, can alter his appearance by manipulating his muscles and bones, and has an extraordinary intelligence network... Anyone would feel their scalp tingle if they were targeted by such a patriot.

After all, how many days can one spend as a model of virtue and talent?

"I can handle the data files," said Iori Kazuka, casually dressed, shrug her shoulders.

"I've only made a record of what happened with Zhu Li, and I haven't uploaded it to the juvenile police system yet... Besides, if you really want to count, Zhu Li hasn't done much illegal behavior; she's just looking for Ying Luo's whereabouts."

As for the conflicts with those delinquents… without Zhu Li, those delinquents would get into fights with everyone else. They probably don't even remember who they fought with; they'd just make up some excuse to get by.”

Upon hearing Iori Kazuka's words, Han Zhuli's eyes lit up, but Chun Li frowned and said, "Won't this have any negative consequences?"

"No, the purpose of the juvenile division is to prevent delinquent teenagers from causing trouble." Leaning back in her chair, Iori Kazuka shrugged and said:

"In that case, as long as the result is good, the process is irrelevant."

"Wow, this is the experience of an anti-corruption cop..." Upon hearing this, Han Zhuli couldn't help but sigh: "Is this something a law enforcement officer would really say?"

Chun-Li covered her forehead and didn't say anything, but judging from her demeanor, what she was thinking was probably not much different from what Han Zhu-Li said.

Especially considering that Iori Ichika's jurisdiction is a notorious old town area, many things that outsiders take for granted simply don't work here, so Chun-Li simply didn't ask any more questions.

Although the process was somewhat arduous, the matter concerning Han Zhuli was ultimately resolved.

"Then Zhuli will be staying here for a while," Iori Kazuka said, chewing on fish tofu.

“I definitely have no objection. The current Spider-Woman doesn’t have legal status. Besides this place and places like under the bridge, the only place she can stay is the black hotels in the old city. Those places are fine for a short stay, but if you stay for too long, the owners will definitely kick you out.”

"Really? I've been living here for two months..." Zhu Li asked doubtfully.

“That’s because of me.” Iori Kazuka rolled her eyes and said, “You’re always here looking for Kagero and causing trouble. Those delinquents aren’t just sitting around doing nothing. I’m the one who’s been giving the shopkeepers extra attention so they haven’t kicked them out.”

"I see, thank you." Han Zhuli nodded, expressing her gratitude.

Iori Kazuka didn't take it to heart, simply nodding and turning her gaze to Yuan Chen beside her.

"However, it might not be so easy for you to open a shop here."

"How so?" Yuan Chen raised an eyebrow.

“The Hanayama Group,” Iori Kazuka said, “Although the yakuza organizations have shrunk considerably due to the implementation of the Violent Law and Violent Martial Law, yakuza forces like the Hanayama Group, which have a long history and powerful martial artists, have not disappeared.”

"Especially in old urban areas, which are 'abandoned urban areas', they were extremely private areas for a considerable period of time in the past."

Many yakuza members, whose living space has been squeezed, choose to live in places like old city districts. Over time, almost every street in the old city district has its own owner.

"Is this street one too?"

Yuan Chen asked curiously, "From the Huashan Group?"

“It’s not just the Hanayama Group… to be precise, this area has been contested by three factions.” Iori Kazuka gestured with her hand:

"One is the traditional, long-established Japanese yakuza group, the Hanayama-gumi. There's also a yakuza organization from Hong Kong, and then there are the 'ordinary people' who just want to live a peaceful life in the old city..."

"A triad organization in Hong Kong?" Upon hearing Iori Kazuka's explanation, Yuan Chen and Chun Li both perked up.