Martial artists can never be ultimately insulted

"It is precisely because of the foundation that it is important."

Yuan Chen shook his head, and while rapidly absorbing the life energy from the pastries in his stomach, he said:

"The modern era is no longer like the ancient times where one skill could make you successful. Many so-called unique skills, secrets, and esoteric techniques of various schools of thought have been made available on video websites for people to watch and learn... And the faster and more technology iterates, the more important the basic skills become."

"Or rather, basic skills have always been important, but in ancient times, information was limited, so some unique 'first-sight kill' techniques could have a miraculous effect in battle."

Now, the so-called "first impression kill" is becoming increasingly rare, making fundamental skills naturally more and more important.

As he said this, Yuan Chen looked at Mai Shiranui and said, "Moreover, Bone Fist really needs to be used together with Nen Fire Technique to achieve the greatest effect."

Yuan Chen remembers that Mai Shiranui could have activated her Nen Fire during battle, but she always used physical techniques. Even when she threw the Flower Butterfly Fan, she simply used shurikenjutsu to throw it without attaching any explosive flames.

"It's not that I don't use it, but I feel it's a bit dangerous."

Mai Shiranui said, "My Nen Fire circuit has changed somewhat due to the nourishment of the Golden Fire, and I may not be able to control the power well. I'm a little worried about causing an accident."

"Don't worry about that," Yuan Chen waved his hand and said, "Even if you were to unleash your full power unintentionally, you still wouldn't be able to beat me."

"You naughty junior brother!" Upon hearing this, Mai Shiranui angrily snatched the pastries from Yuan Chen's front: "I won't give you any!"

"I still have some here."

Genryusai Maki chimed in from the side.

"Traitor Maki!" Mai Shiranui's trembling body quivered with anger.

Upon hearing Genryusai Maki's words, Yuan Chen nodded, and then, as if remembering something, looked into Genryusai Maki's eyes.

"...What's wrong?" Feeling Yuan Chen's gaze, Genryusai Maki shrugged her shoulders somewhat strangely.

Yuan Chen, on the other hand, thought of the legacy of the Martial God School.

The 38th and 39th leaders of the Martial God School were both geniuses, but the two after that... whether it's the current Genryusai Maki or the later Kimberly, just in terms of strength as leaders of the Martial God School, they seem to be completely outmatched...

It can only be said that the god in the Martial God style is a god with both divine and demonic aspects.

Previously, Yuan Chen hadn't paid much attention to it.

However, during the battle, Yuan Chen suddenly remembered other settings related to the Martial God Stream.

To be precise, it refers to the "Martial God Style" concept that appears in Capcom's "Captain Commando" series...

Thinking about it, Yuan Chen asked curiously, "Besides you... are there any other people of the same age in the Martial God School, or any other branches or schools? In terms of ninjas?"

"...You mean the Martial God Style ninjas?" Upon hearing this, Genryusai Maki shook her head and said, "Because of ideological differences, we rarely communicate now."

Volume 1: Chapter 129 - Burning Men, Watch Me...

Upon hearing Yuan Chen's question, Genryusai Maki initially didn't recall anything, but after thinking about it carefully, she remembered some things.

"To be honest, I'm not entirely sure myself. I mainly learned about it from Uncle Kong."

Genryusai Maki said, "I don't remember very clearly either, but according to Shiku-shi-shu, that part of the Martial God School disciples gave up their identity as martial artists for some ideological reasons, and thus split off to become the Martial God School Ninja Sect."

"Different philosophies?" Yuan Chen stroked his chin and said, "Isn't the Martial God School's philosophy that justice will always prevail and evil will never triumph over good?"

“They think they should focus on their identity as ninjas and kill those villains who are harming the world without leaving a trace…” Genryusai Maki shrugged.

"...Then it's not surprising."

Hearing what Genryusai Maki said, Yuan Chen nodded in understanding.

While it sounds and is indeed satisfying to physically deprive evil people of their ability to do evil, this is destined to be unacceptable to the mainstream world, that is, the world of representation.

It's already a case of using martial arts to break the law, and you here think killing is right? Let alone the government or the imperial court, even martial arts schools wouldn't want similar ideas to prevail...

There's a reason why most assassination fist techniques aren't well-known.

Thinking of the Mushin-ryu Ninja Clan, Genryusai Maki sighed.

This reminded Genryusai Maki of a ninja in the Mushin-ryu Ninja Clan who was far stronger and of a more suitable age than her... Compared to herself, that woman should be more suitable to be the leader of the Mushin-ryu Clan.

Looking at Genryusai Maki's expression, Yuan Chen could more or less guess what she was sighing about.

Wu Shenxiang.

He is the successor of the Mushin-ryu school of martial arts in the Captain Commando series, and he is also the successor of the Mushin-ryu ninjutsu. Moreover, he innovated and carried forward this school of martial arts...

In Capcom's early days, Captain Commando, the protagonist of the Captain Commando series, along with Mega Man and Ryu from Street Fighter, were known as Capcom's three main protagonists, which shows their past glory.

Unfortunately, with the end of the arcade era, the Captain Commando series was shelved, and thus its fame faded.

However, what intrigued Yuan Chen more than Wu Shenxiang and the assault team leader was what Wu Shenxiang was currently doing... If Wu Shenxiang had joined the four-person team formed by the assault team leader, then it meant that there must be a considerable amount of extraterrestrial forces in this world.

Because the final boss of the Captain Commando series, Planet Callisto, is a cosmic exterminator who wants to conquer Earth through genetic technology and then rule the galaxy...

Thinking it over, Yuan Chen took out his phone and entered "Metro City". He breathed a sigh of relief after confirming that the city did not exist.

Okay, it seems it's not a pure world of famous generals, but just a branch of the martial arts genre...

After exchanging ideas about the Martial God Style with Genryusai Maki, Yuan Chen turned his gaze to Mai Shiranui beside him and said with some curiosity:

"Speaking of which, did Mai use... charm magic during the previous battle?"

After recalling the various miscellaneous items recorded in the Flame Scroll, including the number of swords in hand and water-based techniques, Yuan Chen quickly remembered the charm technique.

Upon hearing Yuan Chen's question, Wu didn't answer immediately. Instead, she grumbled, "Beg me, call me 'Senior Sister' and I'll tell you~"

“Yes, that’s the magic of charm.” Yuan Chen immediately understood.

"Damn it!"

Seeing that Yuan Chen had made such a sudden and inexplicable decision, Mai Shiranui grumbled in frustration, but then nodded and said, "It is indeed a charm technique. Would you like to learn more, Yuan Chen?"

Although she wanted to restore her dignity as the senior sister of the Shiranui school, Mai also had her own pride—at the very least, she had to surpass Yuan Chen in martial arts so that she could truly guide him as a 'senior sister' and accept the honor that came with that title with a clear conscience.

Otherwise... let's just keep calling him Ah Chen for now.

Upon hearing Mai Shiranui's question, Yuan Chen nodded, a hint of curiosity flashing in his eyes, and said, "Of course."

When Yuan Chen first saw Mai Shiranui use her charm technique, although his head was unaffected, he could clearly feel that Mai Shiranui's entire aura underwent a dramatic change in that instant.

In fact, the moment they got close, Yuan Chen sensed that even Mai Shiranui's scent had taken on a sweeter, more alluring quality.

That's definitely not something that can be caused by simple changes in posture and facial expression.

"Then I'll tell you~" Seeing Yuan Chen say this, Wu nodded, then seemed to remember something and said:

"But you have to promise me first that you won't tell anyone else... especially not Grandpa!"

"...Why?" Yuan Chen asked curiously.

"Because my grandparents won't let me practice."

Upon hearing Yuan Chen's question, Wu also pursed her lips and said, "According to them, this is a technique that ancient female ninjas would use when carrying out infiltration missions. For real martial artists, it would only add to the joke... Moreover, because of the different ways of using it, it would also affect one's own condition when activated."

As she said this, Wu gave Yuan Chen a somewhat resentful look.

She was certain that although it was the first time she had used her charm in front of others, it had been absolutely successful... Yuan Chen's reappeared features were the best proof.

But clearly, generating a reaction is one thing, launching an attack is another...

“I see… then I promise you.” Yuan Chen nodded.

Seeing that Yuan Chen had agreed, Wu nodded and said:

"However, before I begin to explain, one thing must be made clear: the charm techniques of the Shiranui school are by no means the kind of charm techniques that use appearance, makeup, facial expressions, actions, language, and psychological suggestion to interfere with the opponent's judgment."

As she said this, Wu tapped her collarbone with her fan, then moved it downwards, sweeping across the towering hill and down to her dantian.

"Ordinary seduction techniques work from the outside in, using alluring postures to make the other person see you, and then the other person's brain reacts, and their body follows suit. But the seduction techniques of the Shiranui school work from the inside out. It uses ki to strengthen certain glands in the body, causing the body to secrete higher concentrations of estrogen and related hormones in a short period of time."

These hormones don't affect the opponent immediately, but rather the practitioner themselves.

As she spoke, Wu's energy surged, and in the next moment, her peach blossom eyes once again became as shimmering as water, full of affection. In a daze, even her chest seemed to lift more, and as she knelt on the ground, her buttocks appeared even fuller and rounder, like a peach about to drip with juice.

But the next moment, after staring at Yuan Chen for a while, Wu seemed to realize something and quickly withdrew her charm, then took a few light breaths and said:

"If there are any side effects... because the main purpose of Shiranui-ryu Charm Technique is to stimulate related hormones, so while the practitioner's temperament is affected, their emotions will also be affected accordingly..."

As she said this, Wu took a couple of quick breaths, forcing herself to regain her composure—

Although she had regained her composure, Wu's face was still flushed with embarrassment, and her eyes unconsciously glanced at Yuan Chen. Then, as if realizing something, she quickly looked away, and then began to move unconsciously again... repeating the cycle.

"Wow……"

Upon witnessing this scene, Genryusai Maki couldn't help but exclaim in astonishment.

"The first time I've ever seen someone so seductive actively tell others that they're attracted to him..."

"No way! I didn't!" Wu retorted, raising her fist in embarrassment.

"You should cover your blush before you say that," Maki Minamoto said, shrug.

"Your current state is clearly very wrong, isn't it? It has no effect on powerful martial artists with determination, and it even makes your blood and qi fluctuate... No wonder this technique has been phased out; it was the right thing to not allow it to be learned."

"Of course I know," Wu hummed. "So she just practices secretly by herself... After all, what's wrong with a girl wanting to be prettier?"

As she said this, she paused, then turned her head and hummed, "And...and it's actually quite useful, isn't it..."

Upon hearing this, he glanced at Yuan Chen's thoughtful face, and at the martial arts uniform wrapped around his waist, now roughly stretched open...

Well, even Genryusai Maki has to admit that this charm is indeed very effective... and, how exactly does Gen Chen manage to keep his two heads from interfering with each other?

This feature-based area management is amazing!

Meanwhile, Yuan Chen fell into a brief moment of thought, and then began to circulate his internal energy.

Seeing that Yuan Chen had already started trying, Wu, standing to the side, didn't take it to heart and instead said with a leisurely expression:

"Although it's listed as miscellaneous in the Secret Scroll of Flame, it's not something you can master casually. According to the Secret Scroll of Flame, only those with innate allure can truly unleash the power of charm. Therefore, even in historical records, very few women have truly mastered the Shiranui-ryu charm technique, and there haven't been any men at all."

"Then why did you tell Yuan Chen these things?" Upon hearing this, Genryusai Maki glanced sideways and said, "Could it be to show off that you have mastered this ability that few people in history possess?"

"Eh? How could that be~" Upon hearing this, Mai Shiranui tapped her forehead and gave a cute expression, trying to get away with it by being adorable.

Seeing this, Genryusai Maki also showed a disgusted expression. She wanted to criticize Mai Shiranui for being childish, but as soon as she opened her mouth, she felt a strong masculine aura suddenly coming from the surrounding environment.

The moment she sensed it, Genryusai Maki felt her body begin to react abnormally.

Realizing something, Genryusai Maki looked in the direction from which the breath was coming from, her astonished gaze following its direction.

Sitting there quietly, Yuan Chen was surrounded by golden flames and exhaled breath.

But this time, what erupted was not fighting spirit or bloodlust... but something from a deeper level of life.

Like the resin of late autumn mixed with sun-baked leather, like the faint body heat rising from the surface of a fiercely competing athlete, carrying the clean smell of sweat and pure, almost violent, masculine hormones...

Although it was described as a scent, Genryusai Maki was certain that it wasn't something she smelled, but rather something she sensed—

It's like when a large predator walks by and all the hairs on your body stand on end.

A reproductive instinct that originates deep within the genes and was anchored there millions or even tens of millions of years ago.

Almost instantly upon sensing it, Genryusai Maki was able to feel her brain trying to process the information.

Unfortunately, this kind of physical impulse seems to be inherently incompatible with so-called rational cognition. So before her brain could make an accurate judgment and allow her to react calmly, Genryusai Maki instinctively felt something skip a beat in her chest.

Looking at Yuan Chen, although Yuan Chen was still the same Yuan Chen, for some reason, Yuan Liuzhai Maki suddenly found that every detail of Yuan Chen in her field of vision was magnified to an unreasonable degree—this hot man, watch me...

"Buhou!!"

The Martial God Style emphasizes 'intention', which made Genryusai Maki quickly realize something was wrong, and she punched herself without saying a word.

Along with the burning pain on her face, Genryusai Maki also felt that she had become much clearer, and at the same time, she suddenly understood why so many so-called monarchs and daimyo in history would commit so many foolish things for a beautiful woman.

But while we may understand, most people who have gone through adolescence know that this kind of life instinct cannot be suppressed by willpower alone.

In fact, with forced calmness, Maki Genryusai was able to feel her body’s instinctive reactions more clearly.

The only woman who could make Genryusai Maki feel happy was her boyfriend.

In this way, even if you are extremely excited, you won't be unable to suppress it like a boy.

Even Genryusai Maki felt somewhat fortunate that it wasn't at the Mushin-ryu dojo.

Since she is now the only one in the Martial God School, Genryusai Maki has gotten used to training while wearing only her martial arts uniform.

Now that they've arrived at Shiranui's dojo, in addition to their martial arts uniform and undershirt, they'll also be wearing a martial arts outfit.

The anti-nipple design is indeed very useful...

The only problem is that it's too close to the body, and it rubs against you a bit uncomfortably.

Just as Genryusai Maki was still having a headache, she then heard a suppressed, very soft sob squeezed out from deep in her throat beside her.