Anime, but the Phantom Thieves of Heart

"Narakami-san~ You're finally here~ How's it going? Have you decided to join the club? I can arrange for Busujima-san to help you with your guidance~~"

All I can say is that some people in this world might be better off being mute.

Usuki

However, Lan Ke had no intention of refusing the other party's teasing. After all, in his opinion, Saeko Busujima should be the strongest in the entire club. Her family also runs a dojo, so she should be good at teaching people.

He needs a 'crash course', which is naturally the best.

So he could only say——You are really good at judging people!

"Sorry for your trouble!"

Chapter 7 Kendo Club (×) Fujimura Group (√)

When she saw Lan Ke, Busujima Saeko was obviously stunned for a moment. After all, she really didn't expect to see Lan Ke again. Then she instinctively glanced at her instructor.

As if he understood the doubt in Busujima Saeko's eyes, Fujimura Taiga patted Lan Ke's shoulder generously and introduced him.

"This guy is the new guy you and Busujima-san were talking about. Even though he hasn't learned kendo, he has quite a talent~!!"

Even though Fujimura Taiga had said this once before, these words still made Busujima Saeko couldn't help but look at Lan Ke a few more times. After all, this was Fujimura Taiga's evaluation.

Perhaps Fujimura Taiga is only good as a teacher, but her ability as a "female swordsman" is unquestionable. After all, Busujima Saeko joined "Teitan" in order to learn from her.

In her first appearance in the first grade of junior high school, she lost to the silver medal won by the previous champion. She won the championship the following year. After high school, she led "Teitan" to win three consecutive women's individual and team championships. In college, for unknown reasons, she challenged a "swordsman" and won. Although she no longer participated in competitions in a public capacity, she has always been a legend in the kendo world.

Even many of the words people use to praise Busujima Saeko today were used to praise others ten years ago.

So when Fujimura Taiga repeated it again, she knew that the other party's previous words were probably more than just politeness.

In fact, Fujimura Taiga was certainly not speaking casually.

The so-called talent is nothing more than two aspects: one is physical fitness, the other is willpower.

There is no doubt about his physical fitness. With Fujimura Taikawa's vision, he can naturally see that Lan Ke has good physical fitness. As for willpower?

Is there any need to talk about the willpower of a man who, after being beaten to the point of having multiple bones broken all over his body, can still fight back and kill thugs who are several times stronger than him?

"What a coincidence! I never thought that the 'talented newcomer' the 'coach' was talking about would be you, my junior."

"Teacher Fujimura, you're too kind. I don't know anything about kendo. I just came here out of curiosity today. I hope I won't disturb the training of the seniors."

It has to be said that Busujima Saeko's unhurried tone coupled with her gentle expression was extremely deceptive, but Lan Ke did not relax at all. Since his assistant said that this world was formed by the fusion of countless worlds and was not just a shell, then the 'Yamato Nadeshiko' in front of him was undoubtedly the female killer who chopped people to pieces like cutting vegetables. He just wanted to be an ordinary thief and did not want to cause trouble for himself.

So Lan Ke behaved extremely respectfully.

In response, Busujima Saeko just nodded without commenting, but continued to ask.

"I wonder if you know anything about kendo, junior? Or have you learned it before? If necessary, I can arrange for other seniors to explain it to you."

"Does understanding...comics count? I just think swordplay is pretty cool..."

Of course, Lan Ke couldn't say that he wanted to learn this thing in order to "kill people (humanoids)", but it was not a lie, at least he did think so before.

Perhaps she didn't expect Lan Ke to be so direct, Busujima Saeko was stunned for a moment, but then the smile on her face became more sincere. Her previous noncommittal attitude was mainly because Lan Ke's "classic style of pick-up" in the morning left her with a not-so-good first impression. After all, there have always been boys joining the kendo club just to pursue her.

Lan Ke was undoubtedly classified into this category by her, but his honesty at this time changed Saeko Busujima's mind a lot.

It’s not that she hates or even resists someone pursuing her. After all, for her, if there is really someone who can defeat her, she would be happy to date him.

It's a pity that most of these people can't even last a month of training and become ghost members, let alone defeat her. Lan Ke's casual look is different from those boys who talk a lot to attract her attention, which makes her believe Lan Ke's previous statement a little more.

Of course, this is just the attitude we use towards ordinary members.

"Of course, no problem. After all, interest is the best teacher. But what I want to say is that comics are very different from real kendo. Or in other words, 'kendo' and the 'swordsmanship' in comics are not the same thing at all. I hope you can understand."

"Yeah! And, um...senpai, can I try joining the club?"

Lan Ke nodded without hesitation and expressed his hope to get to the point quickly, after all, he didn't have much time.

"No problem. Want to try swinging a bamboo sword?"

She seemed a little surprised by Lan Ke's impatient attitude, but she obviously did not intend to reject such an enthusiastic newcomer.

"That's great! Could you please teach me how to hold the bamboo sword?"

Because Lan Ke said that he needed to leave to work in an hour, Busujima Saeko did not take Lan Ke to change into kendo uniform in a big way. Instead, she let Lan Ke change into sportswear directly and began to guide him to practice "Suzhen".

In fact, in theory, she usually doesn't care about this kind of experience in joining the department, as it is the responsibility of the deputy director. However, because of what Fujimura Taiga said before, she was a little concerned, so she decided to observe it carefully.

And this careful observation did allow her to observe something.

First of all, the opponent was indeed an 'amateur'. Both the way he held the bamboo sword and his posture were very stiff. Let alone kendo, he probably had never even joined a sports club.

Secondly, the opponent's physical fitness is indeed very good, which can be seen from the muscle lines of his limbs and the sound when he swings the bamboo sword. According to Fujimura Taiga, it is indeed okay, but that's all, because the opponent's progress in learning various "forms" is similar to that of ordinary newcomers. It took a long time for him to learn "Su Zhen" alone.

The only thing you can show off is probably a serious attitude, right?

But that's all, he doesn't look like a 'genius swordsman' at all.

"Could it be that Mr. Fujimura saw something that I didn't?"

But it was obvious that she had a mysterious trust in Fujimura Taiga. Not only did she not doubt what he said, but she began to look for the reasons herself.

Looking at the confused Busujima Saeko, Fujimura Taiga could tell at a glance that she was getting stuck in a rut, so he simply stopped Lan Ke.

"hu~hu~"

Even though Su Zhen had just started for less than a quarter of an hour, Lan Ke was already beginning to feel his muscles getting sore.

The so-called "Su Zhen" is to allow the swordsman to engrave the action into muscle memory, so every action must be very standard and must be performed strictly in accordance with the footwork, body movements and techniques.

As a beginner, Lan Ke naturally couldn't do it so accurately, but he still tried hard to adjust his movements to fit this way of exerting force while swinging the knife.

After all, he is different from others. If others don't practice well, they will at most not be able to play in the game, but he has to fight with the "Shadow" desperately, so naturally he can't relax at all.

He, who used to stay up late in the dormitory every night, didn't dislike this seemingly boring practice. He knew better than anyone that 'one minute on stage requires ten years of hard work off stage'!

His strong concentration even made him fail to notice Fujimura Taiga's shout at first, and he was stunned until he reacted.

"Teacher Fujimura, are you looking for me?"

Looking at Lan Ke with a respectful look on his face, Fujimura Taiga patted him on the shoulder.

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"Since you're going to work later Narukami, I won't keep you any longer. But before you leave, don't you want to try sparring with the others?"

It is obvious that Fujimura Taiga is becoming more and more satisfied with Lan Ke. With his excellent physical fitness and tenacious spirit, coupled with his seriousness in training, as long as he is brought into the kendo club and trained well, he may not be as talented as Busujima Saeko, but he can definitely be regarded as a "core". At least the results of the men's group next year will not be as bad as this year.

She silently clenched her fist in her heart.

"We must 'get' Lan Ke to join the Kendo Club!"

In her opinion, since Lan Ke became interested in kendo through comics, he should prefer confrontation rather than simple training, right?

What surprised him was that Lan Ke actually chose to refuse directly.

"Thank you for your kindness, Mr. Fujimura, but I don't know much about kendo and I don't understand the rules..."

"Don't know the rules? No problem! Although 'Kendo' is mainly for competition, it's not without practical combat capabilities. You don't need to follow the rules of 'Kendo', just attack freely!"

As she spoke, she waved the bamboo sword in her hand, as if she was going to do it herself.

Lan Ke's only impression of Fujimura Taiga is that he has always taken care of Emiya Shirou, and he seems to be called the "Tiger of Fuyuki". As for his strength, he is not sure.

But since the other party said so, he couldn't refuse. What's more, it would help him gain some experience in dealing with the "shadow" later.

"Then I'll trouble you, Mr. Fujimura."

At this moment, Lan Ke didn't even seem to notice that he was a little too excited.

Because it was not a formal competition, there was not even a referee. Fujimura Taiga took Lan Ke directly to a corner of the dojo.

"bring it on!!"

Fujimura Taiga was as carefree as ever, not even making a basic stance. Lan Ke didn't waste any words and just said "I'm doing it" before raising the bamboo sword in his hand, obviously intending to use his height and arm length advantage.

Lan Ke didn't know kendo, but the stance he used was a classic one in kendo, and it was indeed more suitable for use when one had an advantage in physical fitness.

At this time, most people will dodge and counterattack. After all, the biggest advantage of the upper stance is the first blow, but the disadvantage is also this first blow. As long as you dodge the opponent, the goal is wide open and you can counterattack at any time.

But Lan Ke soon realized the gap in strength.

Fujimura Taiga not only did not dodge, but instead came forward with a knife in both hands.

Facing Lan Ke's powerful chop, she slightly tilted her bamboo sword, and the sword that was originally aimed at the opponent's shoulder was instantly slashed to the side. Fujimura Taiga took this opportunity to point the bamboo sword directly at Lan Ke's waist and abdomen. If he was hit, even if it was not a real sword, he would probably be bruised.

But the opponent not only deflected Lan Ke's attack, but also controlled his own strength very accurately, and the bamboo sword stopped directly in front of Lan Ke's waist and abdomen.

Then she put away the knife without saying anything else.

"Don't be so timid! Show your manliness! A sword like that can't hurt me!!"

Facing the majestic Fujimura Taiga, Lan Ke suddenly began to understand why the other party's nickname was "Fuyuki Tiger".

But how could Lan Ke give up so easily?

No matter how powerful the opponent is, can he be harder to fight than the 'Shadow'?

"Teacher Fujimura! I'm here!!"

Ten minutes later——————

"Thank you for your help today, Mr. Fujimura."

Looking at Lan Ke who was trying hard to maintain a serious expression but couldn't help but gasp, Fujimura Taikawa patted Lan Ke's shoulder very generously, which made Lan Ke gasp more unconsciously.

"It's a small matter~ It's a small matter~ But Ming Shang classmate, you have great talent~ Su Zhen's movements are also very standard. You can practice at home when you have nothing to do. If you have any questions, you can ask me~"

It was obvious that although Fujimura Taikawa was very well prepared, Lan Ke's body seemed to have no experience in strenuous exercise. He only felt sore all over, and it was even more so after being slapped.

But in the face of the enthusiastic Fujimura Taiga, he did not refuse directly, but expressed his gratitude very seriously.

It’s hard to say whether he will join the Kendo Club in the future, but he does plan to come and ask for advice.

It was not until Lan Ke left that Fujimura Taiga looked at the people around him with pride.

"How is it? Is he a good seedling?"

"The 'Big Sister''s' vision is naturally impeccable!!"

Deputy Minister Aihara Ichi, who had previously helped Lan Ke apply the plaster, nodded in approval.

In Aihara's opinion, Lan Ke's swordsmanship was still too immature, but his physical fitness was no worse than his, or even better, which made him quite envious. He was even a little curious about how the other party had practiced it.

As for the fact that his opponent was not discouraged by his offensive desire despite being repeatedly neutralized by Fujimura Taiga during the unruly sparring, and that he had clearly not learned the rules of kendo but his attack positions were almost the same as those required in kendo competitions, he was simply gifted.

In the opinion of this second-year male vice-president, as long as Lan Ke is willing to join the Kendo Club and practice hard, he might be able to directly participate in next year's 'Jade Dragon Flag'.

But while everyone was chatting, Busujima Saeko on the other side was looking at Lan Ke's back without comment.

It’s not that Lan Ke performed badly, but she noticed something strange.

Before, it would be more accurate to say that Lan Ke had deliberately chosen the areas near the vital parts of the human body rather than attacking the 'positions required for kendo competitions'.

For example, the initial upper downward strike clearly avoided Fujimura Taiga's head and went straight to the opponent's shoulder. For example, the subsequent stab also avoided the throat, heart and other parts.

The opponent clearly had no experience in kendo, but he managed to perfectly avoid the vital points every time. It was as strange as if he always scored 59 points in every exam.

Fortunately, Lan Ke didn't know what everyone said after he left, otherwise he would probably be even more convinced that he had come to the "Juyi Hall", but at this moment he no longer cared about so much.

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Although sharpening the knife does not delay the chopping of wood, it is already past four o'clock. Generally, club activities end at around five o'clock. Even if I trick Jotaro Kujo into participating in club activities and come back late, I can't be too late.

Besides, he would need to buy equipment later, so he couldn't waste any more time.

However, just as he was searching for "hardware store" and "gun model store" through the online map, he suddenly heard a strange conversation.

"Sorry, World, you have to wait for Katsura-san with me."

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"It's okay. I'm going to wait for Setsuna to go back together anyway, so I'll just wait for Gui with you, Cheng..."

There was nothing wrong with what the two of them said, but the only problem was the names the other party mentioned.

Honesty? World? Gui?

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grass! ! !

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