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After landing a successful attack, Retsu no Kami did not pursue, and instead jumped backward after forcing Pike away.

This time, Retsu Kaioh was closer to Kanon at the sidelines, and the two communicated much more smoothly. Kanon also completely recovered from her previous emotional state and became much calmer.

"It's about dissipating energy..." Hanon said to Retsukai's back, "You've already mastered it to about 50%."

Using Hanane as a reference, achieving 50% of the "power dissipation" level is already an extraordinary level. Against ordinary swords and fists, one would be invincible and impervious to all harm! In martial arts, once you understand the principles, the next step is rigorous training. It seems that King Retsu has been practicing day and night lately.

“Yes, it’s force dissipation.” Retsukai didn’t turn around, still maintaining his stance, ready to face Piko. But he replied to Hanon, “This level… is not enough. When he hit my head just now, my force dissipation didn’t completely neutralize that enormous force. I’m still a little dizzy, which is why I didn’t pursue.”

"Power dissipation" is not a panacea. When strength and speed reach a certain level, the limits of power dissipation can be broken, causing damage to the martial artist. This is how Pike's attack works. With superior strength and speed, the power of a single strike is so great that even Retsukai-oh's "power dissipation" cannot completely neutralize it.

In addition, didn't Kanon summarize that when a martial artist using "force dissipation" is captured and their movement space is compressed, "force dissipation" will also become ineffective? Just now, Pi grabbed Retsu Kaioh and injured his spine, causing dizziness, which is also a failure of "force dissipation".

In reality, no technology in the world is omnipotent. Combat is a comprehensive matter. Only by adapting to the situation and combining strength, speed, skill, and even spirit into one can one become a martial artist!

Since the start of their fight, Pike's strength has been evident to all, and Retsu Haiwang has also performed admirably without losing confidence: "Ye Haihuang, you've come at the right time... Now, please witness my battle."

Author's Note: There are two more chapters to come, currently being written.

Section 738, Chapter 730: Metamorphosis

The battle has resumed.

Pike was only forced back a small step by Retsu Kaioh. Looking at his blank expression, he was very calm. Obviously, Retsu Kaioh had alerted Pike, but he did not feel any threat to his life. This warrior from ancient times was truly more powerful than imagined.

However, Retsukai was not afraid. He took off his shoes and, just like when he fought Hanon before, showed his all-out attitude. He slowly moved towards Piko, calm, cautious... steady.

When the two were close enough, it was Pico who first sensed the approaching aura of Retsu Kaioh and reacted accordingly—an ancient warrior, baring his fangs and claws, pounced on Retsu Kaioh like a ferocious beast from his time.

"Bang!" Pike was met with a flying kick from Retsu Haiwang, which struck him squarely in the face.

Unfortunately, the inch-force punch only made Pike take a step back. The flying kick was too weak. This time, Pike didn't even take half a step back. He just turned his head back and then punched Lie Haiwang again.

Retsu Kaioh blocked with both hands at the same time, blocking Pike's arm. With a "whoosh", he felt that the opponent's strength was terrifying. Was this the physical strength that even Yujiro Hanma had to admit defeat?

So Retsukai used both hands to block, and Pico still had one arm free. He immediately used it and threw another punch, but this punch... still missed.

Pi Ke felt a chill on his feet, followed by pain, which made him howl out loud, a rare occurrence for him: "Ouch—"

The spectators in the stands stared in disbelief: "Stomp...stomp on toes? Is Retsu Kaioh someone who would use such a move?"

Only Hanon showed a knowing smile: "Although Brother Lie is injured, he's in good shape~"

She could tell that Retsu Haiwang was in great shape, both mentally and physically: "It seems I can relax a little."

Kanon's judgment was correct; Retsu Kaioh was at his peak.

By stomping on Pike's toes to disrupt his attack, Retsu Kaioh then delivered a knee strike to Pike's groin, causing the primitive warrior to howl in pain once more. Retsu Kaioh then unleashed a flurry of punches from all four limbs, relentlessly striking Pike and forcing him to retreat while screaming in agony.

This time, it wasn't just a half-step or a full-step retreat; Pique's retreat was simply unstoppable!

"Great, my technique is working!" Lie Haiwang was excited, grateful, and fortunate. This pride of Chinese martial arts, "Demon Fist," "Fist Hero," and "Sea King," was on the path of transformation.

The change didn't begin with the Grand Tournament. It started here, at the Tokyo Dome Underground Fighting Arena, and even earlier, during the Sea King Trial and his first encounter with Kanon. Retsu Kaioh's life trajectory had already begun to shift. He met Kanon, a young girl with extraordinary talent and exceptional strength. From their initial evenly matched fight to her defeating him in the tournament without activating "Valkyrie Mode," Kanon's power was undeniable. And unknowingly, Retsu Kaioh's sense of "I can represent Chinese martial arts" gradually faded.

After the Grand Tournament, Hua Yin became the Sea Emperor. If Guo Haihuang had remained in power, then after the old man passed away, Lie Haiwang would still be the representative of Chinese martial arts. However, Hua Yin had clearly surpassed his master. Seeing that the younger generation had already surpassed him, Lie Haiwang no longer believed that he was the highest level of Chinese martial arts!

This change in mindset may not seem obvious, but its impact is considerable. Since joining Liu Haiwang's tutelage, Lie Haiwang initially bore the pressure of being a "top disciple of the boxing god Liu Haiwang." Then, due to his exceptional talent and diligent training, he distinguished himself, earning titles such as "Boxing Hero," "Haiwang," and "The Man Who Shoulders the Future of Chinese Martial Arts." Over the decades, the burden on his shoulders grew heavier, providing him with both motivation and pressure, fostering a strong sense of dedication. This dedication, in turn, influenced his martial arts and temperament, causing Lie Haiwang to be hesitant and self-limiting in many aspects, subtly affecting many things.

This change is far more important than the "power dissipation" technique that Guo Haihuang taught Lie Haiwang.

"If I abandon Chinese martial arts, what am I?" Retsukai's mind sank into thought: "In the past, if my boxing was as useless against Pi Ke as it was at the beginning, I might have been discouraged, I might have lost my courage or even collapsed. Maybe I would have practiced a set of 'turtle fists' and returned to the most primitive human movements... But now it's different."

Retsu Kaioh became more and more at ease and comfortable with each fight. Just like in the final battle between Guo Haihuang and Hanma Yujiro, the old man's punches on Yujiro were no longer distinguishable by any particular school or school of martial arts. Retsu Kaioh's punches were also unconventional and used at will.

"I am who I am. I don't need to represent Chinese martial arts; that's Ye Haihuang's responsibility." Retsu Haiwang mentally passed that burden to Hana, saying, "I no longer need to leave the four thousand and one years of Chinese martial arts. What I need to leave is the first year of Retsu Haiwang's boxing style!"

He usually does not cultivate good deeds, but only loves to kill and set fires. Suddenly, the golden rope is broken and the jade lock is torn. The tide of the Qiantang River comes. Only today do I know who I am!

Retsu Kaioh's various fist techniques relentlessly struck Pike, and the effect became better and better, hitting vital points more and more frequently. Pike could no longer defend himself!

The crowd in the stands cheered wildly. Well, the loudest cheers mainly came from Adam of the Koufang faction, but Tokugawa, Kou Momiji, and the two foreign old men were also very excited. Even the little girl Nitta Hinata, who didn't understand what was going on at all, was infected by the atmosphere and raised her hands to celebrate Retsu Kaioh's performance!

"Bang—thump—Duang!" Amid cheers, Retsu Haiwang first kicked Pike's jaw with a high kick, then pulled Pike's hair down with his toes. At the same time, he delivered an elbow strike and a knee strike, clamping Pike's head in mid-air. The three consecutive blows were incredibly powerful. This time, Pike was knocked to the ground and couldn't get up for a long time.

"Oh my gosh!" Tokugawa Mitsunari was so excited he almost lost control of his bladder: "This is a victory for martial arts! Truly worthy of being called the King of the Sea!"

“Indeed…” Professor Payne, the Nobel laureate standing next to Tokugawa, was also very surprised: “I have to admit that the so-called martial arts and fighting skills are indeed remarkable things, to be able to beat Pike to this extent.”

Tokugawa Mitsunari frowned: "Professor, what do you mean by that? It's as if Pike was the one with the advantage, when Retsu Kaioh clearly won an overwhelming victory!"

"Huh?" Professor Payne looked at Tokugawa in surprise, giving him the look of someone looking at an idiot. This made Tokugawa very uncomfortable, and he argued, "Isn't that right? Retsu Kaioh's three consecutive attacks were incredibly powerful, not to mention the previous blows. Pike's brain was greatly shaken. Although his muscles are strong and he didn't even bleed from his nose, he still can't stand up!"

“Phew, I see.” Professor Payne nodded. “I see, Mr. Tokugawa… you don’t understand Piccolo at all!”

Author's Note: There will be another chapter in a bit~

Chapter 731, Section 739: Grandpa Can Climb

Modern society no longer has giants like Piccolo, or rather, after millions of years of evolution, modern humans and Piccolo are almost no longer the same species. But modern humans haven't become weaker; on the contrary, they've become stronger, greatly enhanced—not in individual physical abilities, but in collective wisdom.

So when Piccolo was discovered in this technologically advanced era, Dr. Payne took him through a full-process "physical examination" to gain a comprehensive understanding of his physical condition.

“Pico’s muscles, bones, and internal organs are all different from those of modern humans. His body is a miracle!” Dr. Payne then explained these data to Tokugawa Mitsunari, and also to Kouyou and Kanon: “Especially his cervical spine, which is unimaginably thick and strong for modern humans, coupled with his strong and robust neck muscles, it is impossible to subdue Pico by concussing his brain and causing dizziness.”

As Dr. Payne spoke, Retsu Kaioh in the arena indeed sensed something was wrong and launched a pursuit on Pike. However, Pike dodged his kick. The caveman used all four limbs to leap high into the air and jump far away. Retsu Kaioh's previous powerful attacks were completely ineffective against him!

"This is troublesome..." Hanon put her hand to her forehead, this time not because she was helpless to complain, but because she was full of worry: "I was afraid of this before. If Brother Lie's attack can't break through the defense, then victory will be just empty talk."

Now that he had started talking, Dr. Payne continued to explain the scene in the ring: "Did you know that the structure of Piccolo's neck is not something that can be formed casually? There are similar cases in nature, usually found in animals such as lions, tigers, rhinoceroses, and hippos. If we go back to ancient times, I believe that some dinosaurs and saber-toothed tigers also had similar strong necks."

Hao Hongye realized something: "You mean..."

"That's right. Based on my knowledge and experience, there's only one truth: for most of his life, perhaps until a certain special moment, Piccolo moved on all fours!"

As a Nobel laureate, Dr. Payne's scientific judgment was naturally flawless. At that moment, Pico was attacked by Retsu Kaioh. Although he was not seriously injured, he clearly felt uncomfortable: facing Retsu Kaioh's martial arts, Pico's movements were completely restricted, and he was hit very hard. This feeling made him quite unhappy. At the same time, he realized that he needed to use his real skills to deal with the small creature in front of him. So he lay down.

Retsu Kaioh took his first step in his martial arts journey, a unique and extraordinary creation born from the foundations of thousands of years of untold Chinese tradition. Chinese martial arts are all-encompassing and vast, but their techniques are designed specifically for "modern humans." No matter how ancient Chinese martial arts are, they lack experience dealing with the four-limbed humans of millions of years ago. The creature standing before Retsu Kaioh, Pike, is both the most ancient and entirely new, a situation Retsu Kaioh has never encountered before.

"His body is pressed very low, lower than a sprinter's ready stance, lower than a sumo wrestler's charging stance. To use an analogy, it's probably similar to a lion or tiger leaning forward before pouncing—a charging stance that abandons all variation, leaving only a simple forward charge." Facing this, Retsukai clenched his fist: "Alright, then I'll use the most representative move of Chinese martial arts, the Beng Quan (Crushing Fist), head-on..."

"Brother Lie!" Lie Haiwang heard Huayin's shout: "Don't be stubborn, dodge if you can!"

“Yes!” King Liehai was taken aback, then suddenly realized: “Why do I have to confront him head-on? Does Pike expect me to fight him head-on? No, Pike probably doesn’t have any sense of ‘martial arts dignity’ or ‘head-on combat’. So am I protecting the dignity of Chinese martial arts, so I won’t back down an inch? No, Chinese martial arts are inherently diverse and not just some kind of mindless, reckless fighting technique. Besides, I no longer represent Chinese martial arts, so why can’t I dodge?”

Just then, Pico launched an attack. The primitive man's body almost burst into flames at that moment. Combined with the sand covering the ground of the Tokyo Dome underground arena, the force of that charge was so great that sand and dust filled the sky, and his body became a blur, just like a rocket launch.

This was the full power of the ancient warrior Pike, which he would only unleash when facing a formidable foe like a Tyrannosaurus Rex. "Boom!"

"So fast!" Kanon gasped. The speed of Pikachu's charge was comparable only to that of Mikazuki Zero, who was under the hypnosis of Rino's "Queen Bee" and charging at full speed with "Unlimited Illusion" after activating "Valkyrie Mode" for a short distance. But Pikachu's weight far exceeded that of Kanon and Mikazuki. The power of this charge, combined with its speed, was undoubtedly the strongest in the world—even Yujiro Hanma's "God of Slaughter" couldn't compare!

Fortunately, Retsu Kaioh and Pikachu were far enough apart that, despite Pikachu's rapid charge, Retsu Kaioh still had ample time to... dodge slightly.

"Crack—" Pike swept past Retsu Kaioh without hitting his torso, but his large body still collided with Retsu Kaioh's arm, causing Retsu Kaioh to break his arm.

Not only did it break its bones, but the enormous impact also caused Retsu Kaioh to spin around in place, one circle, two circles, three circles... Retsu Kaioh turned into a human spinning top!

Pike's charge was very decisive, which was more like Yu Lei's charge. Unlike Hanon's "Unpredictable Transformation," which could change direction midway, he charged straight into the entrance passage and made a muffled "thud" sound where no one could see him. He had obviously crashed straight into the wall before stopping.

Retsu Kaioh's "human spinning top" lasted for three or four seconds, spinning a full fifteen or sixteen times before stopping. Even someone as strong as Retsu Kaioh was dizzy and disoriented. However, compared to dizziness and broken bones, Retsu Kaioh was still very glad that he hadn't faced Pike's charge directly, and even broke out in a cold sweat: "So powerful! If I hadn't mastered how to dissipate the force, even if I had only been hit in the arm, I would have been sent flying and seriously injured."

"Brother Lie!" Just as Lie Haiwang was feeling relieved, he heard Huayin calling out again: "Be careful! He might come back!"

Before Hanon could finish speaking, a terrifying sound came from inside the entrance passage, drowning out her words.

Imagine what sound a rocket would make when it launches from a narrow mountain tunnel.

"Boom..." The sound of vibration continued, and a phantom—of course, it was Pike—rushed out again. This time, the speed was even faster than before, so even though the distance given to Lie Haiwang to buffer was greater, he still couldn't dodge.

With that familiar "crack" sound, Retsu Kaioh's other arm also broke.

Another "human spinning top" was born in the arena...

"This is tricky." Hana clenched her hands together, nervously rubbing them. "My hands are useless now, and Pi Ke can't dodge the third attack no matter what, so we've already lost. But Lie-ge is too stubborn; he definitely won't admit defeat until he's knocked unconscious. What do we do, what do we do..."

Ultimate "force dissipation" might be able to withstand Pikachu's impact, but Retsu Kaioh's "force dissipation" is far from the level of Kanon and Guo Haihuang, so this move is unreliable. Kanon isn't thinking about how to fight Pikachu from her own perspective, but rather from the perspective of what Retsu Kaioh can accomplish: "Pikachu's charge is so fast, even if Retsu-nii can dodge it, he can't retaliate. He's so slippery... Eh, slippery?"

Speaking of slippery things, you think of toads; speaking of toads, you think of Toad Style Kung Fu; speaking of Toad Style Kung Fu, you think of Ouyang Feng; and, well, you also think of the Fire Cloud Evil God from "Kung Fu Hustle"!

Speaking of the Fire Cloud Evil God, one immediately thinks of a palm strike that descends from the sky...

The booming sound of Pike charging came from the other entrance passage again, and Hanon quickly shouted her suggestion to Retsu Kaioh: "Retsu-nii, jump!"

Author's Note: Alas, that's all for this chapter. More tomorrow...

Section 740, Chapter 732: Shining the Light Downwards, Not Striking Downwards

Retsu Kaioh really jumped up. Not only did he jump, but he also did a split in mid-air, raising his legs even higher off the ground.

This action saved Retsu Kaioh's life, because just as he lifted his leg, Pike's afterimage passed between his legs. This time it didn't hit Retsu Kaioh, but the force of the wind it generated caused Retsu Kaioh to lose his balance and spin in mid-air. He had to use his technique to deflect the force to neutralize it.

Pike's charge is always incredibly terrifying.

The ancient warrior crashed into the other entrance passage from one side, leaving a trail of deafening roars. Everyone listened intently, and the final sound seemed even deeper than before, suggesting that Pico had probably pushed the wall at the end of the entrance passage even deeper.

After landing, Retsukai was still shaken and confused: "My arms are useless. Even if I dodge this charge, what should I do if Pike attacks again? Should I just keep jumping to dodge? No, not to mention that Pike might adjust the height of his charge, even if I can always jump higher than him, I will definitely lose in terms of stamina in the long run."

“Brother Lie…” Huayin understood this as well, so she spoke again, wanting to remind him, but after only two words, Lie Haiwang waved his hand to stop her.

Even if Hanon is the Sea Emperor, Retsu Haiwang has his own dignity. If he always relies on others for guidance, what kind of martial artist is he?

"I need to figure out a way to break this deadlock myself." Pico's roar echoed from the entrance passage. The next charge was imminent. Retsukai was working at full speed, pondering a countermeasure: "Ye Haihuang hesitated, clearly her suggestion to me wasn't just about 'jumping.' But simply jumping wouldn't help. Right now, Pico is the only one attacking me. I can only dodge. Defending without attacking will definitely lead to failure. I need to create an opportunity to counterattack... create an opportunity to counterattack, a scenario for counterattack... Ah! That's it!"

"Boom..." Inside the entrance passage, a terrifying roar that tore through the air resounded again. Pico rushed out at high speed and crashed into the air in the center of the arena.