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“What a pleasant surprise, but it has nothing to do with me… I’m not that noble… Ugh!” Katsumi spoke weakly and slowly, so before he could finish, Gaolang impatiently launched an attack: “My friend, now it’s my turn to help you!”

"Help me?" Katsumi instinctively countered Gaolang's words: "He figured it out..."

Katsumi Guji's strength was at the bottom of the "Baki Team" at this time, even weaker than Kaeya. But this was not because of his lack of skill or physical ability, but because Katsumi Guji's fighting spirit was too low.

Low fighting spirit...? Katsumi was the first to go into battle!

But Katsumi Guji is currently at the most confused moment of his life. As the "ultimate weapon of karate," on whom his adoptive father placed high hopes, he was defeated by Kaoru Hanayama in this very arena a few months ago. Through watching other fighters, he realized that he was far behind the world's top fighters, such as Yujiro Hanma, Kanon Hatake, and even Kaioh Retsu and the Jack and Baki brothers. And that's not all. Still reeling from the disappointment of being "a prodigy turned out to be just another ordinary person," Katsumi was recently attacked by death row inmate Dorian, easily defeated by his so-called "super-realistic combat," and nearly killed with his throat slit.

Frustrated, Katsumi felt that life was meaningless and even said, "I will not become a karate master." Even so, his attack on Dorian at the Tokugawa residence was unsuccessful, and he was instead covered in dust and dirt by Dorian's piano wire and grenades.

What exactly is this Katsumi Gokuchi now?

He's now unshaven and no longer wears his usual karate uniform to fight. He's abandoned karate in an attempt to embrace "super-realistic combat," only to find himself unable to even grasp a glimpse of it. Just now, when he grabbed Gaolang, a karate move would have undoubtedly resulted in a slam, but Katsumi was thinking of using "super-realistic combat" to deal with his opponent—the problem being, in that moment of panic, he couldn't even think of any "super-realistic combat" methods available! So, it ended up resembling a boxing-style clinch.

Sigh, Gaolang has PTSD, and so does Katsumi.

Katsumi's consciousness had long since faded: "Actually, I've been staying at the hospital taking care of Kato for the past few days, not only out of camaraderie, but also because I admire him. Even though he's not the strongest, he always firmly walks his own path... Today, I chose to fight Gaolang because he seriously injured his right fist, and we have similar experiences since I abandoned karate. I wanted to see his condition... Perhaps before I fall, I can help him regain his courage, and that would be a good deed..."

Now free from his inner demons, Gaolang's punching speed became even more astonishing, and his attacks exuded an unbelievable sense of oppression. Meanwhile, Katsumi, who had been struck hard on the head, was struggling to defend himself and was completely overwhelmed.

Is the end of the game... here?

Author's Note: Phew, this chapter is a bit late, please forgive me. This battle is a major conflict between Kengan and Baki, but it's not a fight to the death but rather a friendly spar. I wanted to convey a sense of friendship through martial arts and an exchange of ideals, rather than simply a comparison of strength... Plus, I had to keep the length under control; too short or too long wouldn't be good, so it's been slow. The next chapter will conclude with Katsumi and Gaolang's match. Let's see who the second match is between...

Section 645, Chapter 638: OK's KO

Gaolang's jabs began to appear repeatedly near Yuji Katsumi's head. Katsumi's ears were filled with the sound of jabs cutting through the air, and coupled with his dizziness, he knew that the battle situation was very unfavorable.

But now, Katsumi Guji no longer cares much about winning or losing. Just like powerful characters in anime who either win every time or suffer repeated defeats, he is constantly being hit with "unconventional" blows, and his fighting spirit is low: "Oh well, another defeat. Someone like me who is neither good at karate nor good at real combat..."

"Bang, bang bang." Gaolang followed up with a right jab with a heavy left punch, blasting through Katsumi's arm defense with three consecutive punches, leaving him wide open—the finishing blow had begun!

Gaolang opened the way with jabs, landing four times in succession, pushing Katsumi to the brink of unconsciousness. Then he started shaking his arm...

It’s going to be a KO!

The audience closed their eyes, the martial artists watching closed their eyes, and even Katsumi himself closed his eyes.

However, the expected head injury did not come. In his dazed state, Katsumi felt something hit his body. When he came to his senses, he found himself lying on the ground, and what was under him was Gaolang.

"Ah..." Katsumi was confused. He didn't even know what had happened and needed to listen to the commentator's report to understand the situation.

"Just now, Gaolang didn't use a heavy punch to knock out Katsumi. Instead, like Katsumi before, he charged into his opponent's arms, forming a boxing clinchpin! We don't know what Gaolang's purpose is, but it seems that Katsumi isn't a boxer. He simply flipped Gaolang over!"

"He hugged me?" Before Katsumi could react, Gaolang suddenly straightened up and delivered a powerful punch, forcing Katsumi off him.

After separating, the two resumed their fight. Although Gaolang was thrown, throwing techniques are not a specialty of karate. Katsumi was also in a daze and his fighting strength was greatly reduced, so the throw had no effect. In the next fight, Gaolang still had the upper hand and broke through Katsumi's defense again after a short while.

Then came the exact same move: a jab to the face, which made Katsumi lose consciousness, but Gaolang still chose to hug him instead of knocking him out. As a result, Katsumi reacted instinctively and threw him to the ground.

"What are you doing?" He was a little confused when he was hugged the first time, but he got angry when he was hugged the second time. He shouted, "I didn't hug you on purpose before. Are you getting revenge on me? Teasing me? Humiliating me?"

“No.” Gaolang rarely spoke more than a few words: “I’ve heard Miss Ye mention you. It seems that you’ve become confused about yourself and karate because of the successive defeats… I’m not good at giving advice or comforting people, but based on my two attempts just now, you reacted subconsciously. I think your body doesn’t lie to you.”

"My body... won't lie to me?" Katsumi seemed to understand something. Gaolang wasn't in a hurry to attack, so Katsumi raised his hand and looked at it.

Is Yuji Katsumi's technique better than Yuji Dobu's? It seems he's still a bit lacking. After all, Dobu is a "Martial God," whose technique is not only meticulously honed but also features many groundbreaking innovations.

So, does Katsumi's experience surpass Katsumi's? That sounds like a joke...

So, what makes Katsumi Guji claim to be "the ultimate weapon of karate" and "karate perfected in his hands"? Is it because of his youth?

The main reason why Doppo had such high hopes for his adopted son was Katsumi's physical condition.

Katsumi Yuji possesses exceptional talent, not only being intelligent but also physically outstanding. He is tall, strong, agile, and coordinated. With over a decade of rigorous training and relentless practice, he still holds the physical advantage when standing before the world heavyweight boxing champion, which is clear evidence of this.

Even when his consciousness was blurred, he still maintained subconscious movements. This body did not let Katsumi down in the end, and no matter what path Katsumi took, this body would never abandon him.

What is this talk of "karate" and "super-realistic combat"? Can't karate be super-realistic? Doppo Yuji doesn't have this kind of dilemma! Katsumi carries too many expectations, so much so that he associates himself too closely with karate. Once defeated, he doubts himself and karate, which in turn deepens his confusion about life. His subsequent pronouncements of "not becoming a karate practitioner" and "embracing super-realistic combat" are just an outlet for this confusion.

In reality, karate is karate, and Katsumi is Katsumi. His adoptive father's expectation for him was not that Katsumi would learn all the techniques of karate and take refuge under its protection, but that Katsumi would start with karate, grow stronger, and eventually transcend the concept of karate, making karate draw closer to him and become stronger in the pursuit of Katsumi. It shouldn't be karate that defines Katsumi, but Katsumi that defines karate!

In other words, Katsumi can do whatever he wants, walk the path he wants, and use the techniques he wants. Not to mention super-real combat, it doesn't matter if he learns Chinese martial arts, boxing, or wrestling. His foundation is karate, and what grows on that foundation will be a towering tree named Katsumi, with a complex and powerful root system!

“I understand…” Katsumi clenched his fist, a smile appearing on his lips: “Mr. Gaolang, you said you couldn’t reason, but you’ve cleared away the confusion in my life!”

This sudden realization was the result of Katsumi's life experience and intelligence, but without Gauran's reminder as a catalyst, Katsumi would have remained confused for a very long time. It is no exaggeration to say that Gauran was Katsumi's mentor in life.

"Thank you." Katsumi walked over and once again extended his fists to Gaolang.

Gaolang bumped fists with him: "It seems you've also overcome your inner demons. Congratulations."

"Likewise." After expressing his gratitude, Katsumi stepped back two paces: "Now it's time to decide the winner..."

The two powerful individuals, who had helped each other overcome their inner demons, once again assumed their stances, unleashing a karate lunge punch and a Detroit boxing style, and the battle resumed.

"The outcome is no longer in doubt, it's time to applaud." On the "Flower Sound Team's" side, the fighters said, "This kind of sparring... feels good."

As for the "Baki Team," Jack Hanma snorted and made no comment, while Retsu Kaioh and Baki looked at each other and smiled: "Although Katsumi lost this match, the ending wasn't so bad."

A fully healthy Katsumi might be able to put on a great fight against Gaolang, but because of their past inner demons, Katsumi was badly beaten by Gaolang and was barely alive. When Gaolang once again knocked him wide open, what awaited him was not a hug.

KO!

The outcome was decided, and Katsumi Yuchi fell with a smile. For the first time in his life, defeat wasn't so hard to accept.

Author's Note: The scene where Gaolang hugs Katsumi feels like I'm writing something that would be censored...

Section 646, Chapter 639: Kanon's Friend vs. Kanon's Friend

Gaolang took the lead and won the first game, which naturally made the "Kanon Team" very happy. However, another problem arose - who should Kanon choose to play in the second game?

Seeing Kanon rubbing her forehead again, everyone couldn't help but laugh. Kanon is good in every way, but it seems that her leadership skills are not quite there yet. At the very least, she is a patient with severe decision-making difficulties.

"After Katsumi, the remaining opponents are even more troublesome. Jack's attacks are extremely heavy, Kaia comes from a military background, Baki has the brutal bloodline of Hanma, and even Retsu Kaioh's hits are incredibly painful! If someone with insufficient strength were to participate, losing wouldn't be a big deal, but if their life were in danger, that would be terrible..."

The only teammate Hanon can trust right now is the low-spirited Wakatsuki samurai; everyone else is in danger! Hanon's gaze swept across the crowd for a while, and finally, gritting her teeth, she said to Adam, "Be careful."

The implication was that this round would naturally be handed over to his closest friend.

Adam rolled up his sleeves: "Don't worry, Miss, I'll do my best." He grinned, revealing his shiny "Fvck" braces—ever since he became a disciple of Shibukawa Goki and started learning Aikido, these braces had been the subject of much teasing from the old martial saint.

The commentator began the announcement: "Ladies and gentlemen, next up is Mr. Adam Dadoli from the United States! He is a disciple of Master Shibukawa Goki and was once the King of Fighting in the NHL! What kind of chemical reaction will occur when the absolute violence of the Western ice rink is infused with the profound martial arts of the East? Let's wait and see!"

“America’s fighting pros… Jack, aren’t you considering going to fight?” Baki asked Jack.

Jack is also a "street fighter in Canada". Like Adam, he comes from North America, has a background in fighting, and has a tall and muscular physique. It might be an interesting showdown.

However, Jack wasn't very interested in Adam: "Hmph, don't compare me to him."

Since they are both power-type martial artists, physique is naturally crucial. Jack was already stronger than Adam in this aspect, and now he has grown 20 centimeters taller and gained weight, making him at least a weight class stronger than Adam. Before his enhancement, Jack could even beat Kalecgos, so after his enhancement, Jack naturally doesn't take Adam seriously at all.

He glanced at Baki: "If you want to fight, you can go up and fight yourself."

"No, I..."

"Hmph, my foolish little brother, do you think I don't know what you're thinking? You're just holding back your anger, wanting to have a revenge fight with Hanane, aren't you!" Jack mocked Baki, but then he thought about it again. In the opposite lounge, there were also two imposing figures, Wakatsuki Samurai and Julius, who were also worthy opponents: "It's not impossible for you to have Hanane... Oh?"

While the Hanma brothers were arguing, members of the "Baki Team" had already made their appearance.

"A modern superpower clashes with an ancient civilization with a long history! Can four thousand years of Chinese boxing techniques subdue the king of ice rink fighting? Welcome our familiar legendary boxing hero—Demon Fist: Retsukai-oh!"

It's Retsu Kaioh.

At the previous tournament, Retsu Kaioh and Kanon had a very exciting semi-final match. His outstanding performance earned him a lot of popularity. Since only Kanon actually made it to the final, many people judged Retsu Kaioh as the actual second place in that tournament based on his performance against Kanon in the semi-final.

Before Retsu Kaioh even entered the arena, cheers had already filled the arena, making Adam extremely envious: "What a show-off... no wonder he's a superstar!"

Adam's feelings were complicated. Having been through so much with Kanon, he was no longer the arrogant young man he was a year ago during the doomsday elimination tournament, thinking he was the best in the world. Now, Adam knew very well that there were always stronger people out there, and Retsu Kaioh was the "strongest out there." But on the other hand, having witnessed the entire tournament, Adam knew even more that he couldn't defeat Jack or Baki. Retsu Kaioh's appearance was actually the best outcome. At least Retsu Kaioh was a better person and gentler, and his magnificent Chinese martial arts would be the best touchstone for Adam's hard work and training.

As for Retsukai-oh, before entering the arena, he encountered Katsumi Goji, who was sitting there.

Katsumi wasn't seriously injured, but he was still very dizzy from the heavy blow to the head, so he simply sat down to rest in the entrance tunnel. He kept thinking about the life lessons he had learned from his battle with Gaolang, and sweat glistened on his face and body, making him seem to radiate wisdom.

"Katsumi."

“The Fierce Ruler”.

"I will win this match."

"I know."

Retsukai no Ou took another step and walked towards the arena.

“The Fierce Ruler”.

"Ok?"

"I wish you immediate success."

With the blessings of his friends, Retsu Kaioh stepped into the arena.

Of course, Retsu Kaioh is not facing an enemy, but a friend of a friend. With Kanon as a connection, the atmosphere between them is even more relaxed than that between Katsumi and Gaolang.

After a quick check, the referee signaled for both players to return to their positions. As Adam walked back to his original spot, he heard Hanon's cheers: "Go for it, Adam!"

Retsu Kaioh and Adam are both close friends of Kanon, and she came to watch the match from the sidelines.

Furthermore, Kanon was also very curious about how much Adam, who had only relied on brute force and his natural erector spinae muscles to fight, had improved after following Shibukawa Goki and training in Aikido for more than half a year.

It's great that Retsu Kaioh is making an appearance...

Retsu Kaioh was still the same as always, striking his usual Chinese boxing stance. Adam, on the other hand... was also the same as always, raising his right arm high in the opening stance of a powerful charging punch.

"Eh—" The peaceful feeling that Kanon had finally managed to cultivate shattered instantly. Why was Adam still acting like this? Was he going to be so reckless again...?

That's how reckless I am!

Adam charged toward Retsu Kaioh, throwing out his right fist with tremendous force. This punch was no ordinary one; the force of the blow even stung the face of the referee standing nearby!

Such a powerful punch is not something most people would take head-on. Even someone as strong as Retsu Kaioh would choose a more economical and practical method—just turn his head to dodge, and that would be enough.

Just as Retsu Kaioh turned his head to dodge the punch, Adam's left hand grabbed Retsu Kaioh's right arm and then activated Aikido.

"Huh?" With a shocked groan, Retsu Kaioh was forced to his knees by Adam!