Knights Don't Need a Youthful Romance Story

It's simply unrealistic for Guan Linchun.

Even though they tried their best to execute the moves, they were all shattered and destroyed by Yujiro Hanma in the simplest and most brutal way.

Even Julius, who had traveled a long way and claimed to be a monster born from German science and technology, was beaten to a pulp.

Only a few people can manage to get by with their superb skills.

At this moment, Chu Jianquan was extremely grateful that he had taken on other work and therefore had not participated in the competition.

Although he was very confident in his strength, his opponent was, after all, a man who could repeatedly beat Ganaa.

Upon first seeing Izumi, he realized he didn't possess that kind of strength.

Wu Lei'an was originally going to participate in this competition, but he didn't participate for some reason.

I originally thought we were all fellow sufferers who had narrowly escaped disaster, and that we could exchange experiences.

And then we found out you actually secretly got stronger?

And it has become so much stronger.

In fact, the current Chujianquan can no longer really sense Wu Lei'an's true strength.

All I know is that the opponent is very strong, extremely strong.

It's so powerful that it's completely incomprehensible and outrageous.

"you......."

Looking at Wu Lei'an, whose calm expression was vastly different from what he remembered, Chu Jianquan opened his mouth, but ultimately said nothing.

He could roughly guess that the changes in Wu Lei'an were related to that organization.

After all, in Chu Jianquan's view, it was unlikely that someone whose strength had reached this level could make a qualitative leap in a short period of time.

It's not the same kid he used to be.

Speaking of which, I wonder what that kid is doing now.

For some reason, Izumi suddenly thought of Luo Zhen.

Back then, Luo Zhen relied on his brute strength to ruthlessly smash his proud skills to pieces.

What martial arts skills?

If I ever get to see you, you can just wait to die.

After being beaten up several times, Izumi Hatsumi began to doubt whether she was really suited for this kind of thing.

Fortunately, she later realized that Luo Zhen was definitely not a normal person, which made her feel a little better.

I wonder what that kid is doing now.

Upon first seeing Izumi, I suddenly felt a pang of longing for Luo Zhen.

As you get older, you start to reminisce about certain things.

"Let's go."

Wu Lei'an glanced at Chu Jianquan, who seemed hesitant to speak, but didn't say anything more.

He was just introducing the other person to a part-time job; he wasn't introducing them to a government agency.

He doesn't have that right now.

Strictly speaking, this invitation was issued with Luo Zhen's permission, and whether it will be accepted is another matter.

After all, judging from the way Luo Zhen, the investigator, looked like he was going to test Izumi Hatsumi.

Looking at Chu Jianquan with a hint of pity, Wu Lei'an suddenly felt a little sorry for the middle-aged man with a smile on his face.

If nothing unexpected happens, he won't be laughing anymore.

Chapter 992 Welcome, First Meeting with Senior

I'm so stupid, really.

Inside the metal room, Izumi Hatsukami, dressed in loose martial arts attire, sat slumped on the floor, looking dazed.

Not far in front of him stood Luo Zhen and Wu Lei'an, both with calm expressions.

If Izumi Hatsukoi were replaced by a girl, the current situation might look very bad.

However, the sight of an uncle slumped on the ground doesn't evoke any negative thoughts.

I knew beforehand that there might be assessments or something before I started the job.

But I didn't expect these two bastards to show up.

They completely humiliated me.

At first, Izumi had a very good plan.

If it's just a simple assessment, there's absolutely no problem.

Although I've been a little lax lately.

But with his abilities, what test in the world couldn't he pass?

Although it might sound arrogant, Chu Jianquan genuinely believed that he was one of the world's top-tier, super-first-class powerhouses.

At least that's the case within the Kengan Association.

Although he didn't say it, he was still somewhat proud inside.

Even Izumi Hatsume, the guy who was rumored to be killing indiscriminately in the Kengan Association, wasn't too afraid.

After all, he is a technical player.

While he is physically strong, physique is not what he relies on.

What he is truly proud of is his formidable skill that allows him to overcome stronger opponents.

They can even develop special moves to counter a particular opponent after identifying a specific person as their hypothetical enemy.

Those guys who just rely on brute force to charge around are the ones Izumi likes to deal with the most.

However, today, that pride has been shattered.

To be precise, it was shattered once again by the same person.

The boy in front of him, who looked no more than seventeen or eighteen years old, defeated him twice in a row.

One of them was a technology that people couldn't understand.

He crushed himself completely with his overwhelming physical strength.

This feels so familiar.

As if she had thought of something, Izumi squinted and carefully examined Luo Zhen.

Although several years have passed, that face left a very deep impression on Izumi's mind.

Despite numerous changes, the original outline can still be vaguely discerned.

The more I looked at it, the more familiar it seemed.

The outline of that face from back then gradually began to correspond with the face now.

"You are! The one from Tokyo a few years ago!"

Chu Jianquan looked at Luo Zhen with a look of utter disbelief.

Although Luo Zhen himself has not yet introduced himself, Izumi is absolutely certain that the man in front of him is the same impolite kid from back then.

"Oh, you finally remembered, Hatsumi-senpai."

Looking at the incredulous expression on Izumi's face, Luo Zhen smiled and said.

Hearing the familiar voice of the senior from the first meeting, Izumi Hatsumi was now absolutely certain.

The guy in front of me is that annoying kid from back then.

The same annoying, seemingly respectful but actually mocking way of addressing seniors.

"Tsk, years have passed and you're still the same annoying person."

Sitting cross-legged on the ground, Chu Jianquan looked at Luo Zhen with a displeased expression.

Although she said that, Izumi could actually sense that Luo Zhen was very different now than before.

The kid I met back then was someone who seemed unassuming but was incredibly arrogant inside.

Although he doesn't say it, he always seems to look down on the people around him.

Even when they were assigned to study under me, they outwardly obeyed, but inwardly they harbored some resentment.

This was especially true after that bastard defeated him with brute force.

Not long after that, Izumi left the base.

Admittedly, the benefits and salary offered by that base were very good.

Although there are many things to be aware of and keep secret from yourself, they are all acceptable.

However, after meeting Luo Zhen, Izumi still chose to resign.

He really didn't want to see that brat again.

Especially after being defeated, this guy felt like the other person was mocking him every time he called himself "senpai" (senpai) Hatsumi Izumi.

Therefore, Chu Jianquan decisively chose to resign.

Although not long ago he was still reminiscing about Luo Zhen, the guy who had frustrated him.

But after actually meeting him, Chu Jianquan wished he never had to see him again in his life.

But speaking of it...

Upon closer inspection, Izumi was surprised to find that Luo Zhen seemed to have undergone a significant change.

Back then, Luo Zhen's eyes were always filled with pride and excitement.

While speaking, it may appear as if the speaker is looking at the other person, but in reality, the other person is not reflected in their eyes.

Now, Luo Zhen gives Izumi a very calm and reliable feeling.

The slightly impetuous atmosphere of the past has been completely washed away.

This is really true.

Although the reunion was brief, Chu Jianquan was still very confident in his eyesight and judgment.

After all, he had just escaped a disaster and saved his life not long ago thanks to his keen insight.

"A few years have passed, and when I first met you, you looked like you had been drained of your health by alcohol and women."

"Middle-aged men should act like middle-aged men. They should take better care of their health."

Luo Zhen, however, spoke without any politeness.

Luo Zhen wouldn't be polite to Chu Jianquan, that frivolous old man.

"Hey~ Uncle, I feel like I'm still young."

"Health preservation and the like are not really suitable for me at the moment."

"There are many young and beautiful girls waiting for me."

He patted his shoulder dramatically and said in a helpless tone.

Although I already feel that I'm getting a little older, I won't admit it out loud.

After all, when a person truly grows old, it has nothing to do with age; it's when they start to become unwilling to accept new things and admit that they're too old to bother with new things.

Regardless of age, once someone starts refusing to accept new things and only wants to live in their existing world, then that person is truly old.

Chu Jianquan felt that he shouldn't be at that stage yet.

"So, uncle, did I pass the test?"

"If the test is to defeat a monster like you, I don't think anyone could do it, right?"

"That's a bit of a stretch."

As she propped herself up to sit, Chu Jianquan remarked.

Whether in the past or present, Izumi doesn't believe anyone can defeat Ryouma head-on.