Crossover Anime: Starting with Destroying Kengan

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There is not a single ounce of energy wasted, and the concept of 'waste' does not exist.

Even sitting casually gives you the feeling of being connected to the coffee shop beneath your feet... and even the entire cruise ship, a connection that is difficult to shake with human power alone.

"..."

Yu Leiling withdrew his gaze and closed his eyes.

There's no need to look at it anymore.

This is undoubtedly an incredibly formidable opponent.

It's impossible to tell the depth.

The more you look at it, the more you will be affected by it, which will then lead to feelings of 'unease', 'fear', and 'lack of self-confidence'...

This is what his school of thought most avoids.

While the three fighters listened quietly and in perfect unison, the company representatives quickly reached a conclusion in their discussion.

"...An alliance is no problem, since I didn't send out the assassin anyway."

Sōryūin Shion made her stance very clear.

“Our fighters happened to run into the assassins last night and disrupted their plans. Although we cannot rule out the possibility that it was staged, I don’t think it will affect our ability to establish a cooperative relationship.”

"If possible, I would even like us to sign an agreement to extend the alliance beyond the knockout stage."

Kaguya spoke slowly and deliberately.

"Oh?"

The three of them exchanged a glance.

A strange light flashed in Nogi Hideki's eyes.

"Does Miss Shinomiya mean... that the four of us should form a new faction?"

“Simply making verbal alliances is too hypocritical. I personally believe that if we intend to do something, we should invest in something practical.”

“...I agree with that point, otherwise I wouldn’t feel comfortable teaming up with this vixen.”

"Souryuin Shion exhaled a smoke ring and said calmly."

"Alala, Ms. Shion's prejudice against me is really too deep. But if that's what Ms. Shion says, then I have no objection. [Golden Entertainment] does need strong allies to deal with the new generation after the transformation of Kengan. I just don't know what Chairman Nogi thinks."

Although she is always called a 'vixen', Rino Kurakichi never gets angry and is always so gentle and elegant. In comparison, anyone who disagrees with her seems even more foolish and ugly.

"...If any of us wins, I hope you will appoint me as the president, and then I will agree to sign the agreement."

Nogi Hideki was silent for a moment before speaking.

"Huh? So you're really planning to use us as tools?"

Zou-ryu-in Shizune (De-no's) narrowed her eyes, her displeasure evident in her expression.

"It seems there's no need to discuss Gan anymore."

"Please wait a moment, Chairman of the Soryuin Board of Directors."

Kaguya called out to Shion, who was about to leave, then turned to look at Nogi Hideki with a playful smile:

"Since Chairman Nogi is so eager for the chairmanship, let's just take a gamble."

"Take a gamble? What do you mean?"

Nogi Hideki frowned.

"According to the rules of the Kengan Tournament, you can obtain everything by defeating your opponent. Since you are aiming for the chairmanship, in other words, the opponent you need to challenge is—Chairman Katahara Metsudo."

Kaguya tapped her fingers lightly on the table, as if striking a heartstring. Her voice was unhurried, yet it revealed an undeniable determination.

"Then... let's bet on this."

"Whoever's fighter is the first to defeat 'Fang of Destruction' in the elimination rounds, regardless of whether they make it to the end, will automatically have the right to appoint the next member of our group to the position, provided that one of us wins."

Chapter 198

ten minutes later.

"I didn't expect Nogi to actually agree."

Jingle Bell……

I looked at the door that had just been closed and the wind chimes that were still swaying.

Sōryūin Shion stubbed out her cigarette, her face full of surprise.

Nogi Hideki left with his men.

Kaguya and Yato also left.

Only she and Rino Kurakichi remained, sitting in the coffee shop, neither completely unrelated to the bet nor entirely an outsider.

"Why not agree?"

Kurakichi Rino tilted her head and said.

"I don't know about Ms. Shion's side, but my Zero is very strong, so it wouldn't be surprising if he won the final championship. However, I don't really care about becoming the president."

"Huh? Then why are you participating in the elimination rounds?"

"I came because Zero wanted to."

"...I don't believe a woman like you could ever be infatuated with a man."

Soryuin Shion pouted, completely ignoring the pale face of her secretary beside her.

"So, what about Ms. Shion herself? Why did she come here? Is it because Nogi's fighter is your ex-boyfriend?"

Kurakichi Rino asked curiously.

"It has nothing to do with that guy. I'm participating for my own company. Whether I can make it to the end is hard to say, but at least I have to make a name for myself. Otherwise, how will I compete with Shuchiin University for enrollment next year?"

Zou Ryuin Shion was indignant.

I don't know who she's angry at.

Perhaps it was Shuchiin, or perhaps it was Hatsumizumi.

"With you and me... it seems our chances of winning are pretty high. But when it comes to the bet, President Nogi definitely has a better chance of winning." Kurakichi Rino said thoughtfully. "As far as I know, besides the main fighters, President Nogi has other people on his side... for example, Tokita Ohma from Yamashita Trading, and 'Superman' Rito. As for others, I don't know."

"Heh, that's why he added a clause to the bet that 'participants include those from different factions,' which greatly increases the chances of encountering 'Fang of Annihilation.' But so what?"

"Whether it's Tokita, Rito, or even Izumi, they might not be able to defeat 'Metsudō no Ki'. It's pointless to encounter one that you can't beat; you'll just get utterly thrashed and end up doing all the work for someone else."

"Souryuin Shion sneered."

"So, Ms. Shion, you favor Ms. Kaguya more? No, you're mistaken, you favor Mr. Igarashi more?"

"...Although I hate to admit it, he is indeed the strongest fighter I have ever seen."

In response to Kurakichi Rino's question, Soryuin Shion sighed.

"Even if I sleep for a week and wake up to find out he won the championship, I won't be surprised in the slightest."

"Is it that great?"

Kurakichi Rino's eyes widened slightly, revealing a look of surprise.

"No wonder Miss Kaguya agreed so readily. It seems this is a contest between individual strength and collective strength."

"It would be interesting if we argued for so long only to find that none of the four of us made it to the end."

Soryuin Shion stood up, uttered a sarcastic remark, and walked towards the door.

"That's alright. Even if we're both losers, as long as we join forces, we'll still be more than capable of handling the major reshuffle after the Kengan Association's restructuring. For me, that's probably the biggest takeaway from this competition."

Kurakichi Rino clapped her hands and said optimistically.

"You're just saying nice things, but unfortunately neither I, Nogi, nor Shinomiya will fawn over you. If you want to take the lead in the alliance, you have to rely on your strength."

After saying that, the door to the coffee shop closed.

The powerful words were drowned out by the subsequent sound of wind chimes.

Through the glass of the doors and windows, Rino Kurakichi watched the two figures gradually walk away, her smile slowly turning into one of helplessness.

"Oh dear...it looks like I'm being disliked again."

"So there's no need to be all smiles with these people; just keep your smile for me."

Sitting not far away, Yu Lei Ling rested his chin on his hand, his words revealing obvious dissatisfaction.

"Zero, are you jealous? But more importantly, what do you think of what they've said? You've met both Mr. Hatsumi and Mr. Igarashi. Who do you think is stronger?"

Kurakichi Rino said with a smile.

"Of course it's the person who comes later. If we meet in a one-on-one match during the elimination rounds... I guess we'll need Rino's help then." Mikazuki's expression turned serious, his eyes filled with determination. "With your help, I will defeat any opponent, no matter what. Our love will never lose to anyone!"

"...Does it really need to go to this extent?" Upon hearing what Mikazuki Zero said, Kurakichi Rino looked surprised. The so-called help... was actually using her unique charm to exert psychological suggestion on him, drawing out the latent abilities of his body's instincts, similar to the liberation of the [Kurei Clan].

But the problem is, even if we don't do that...

Yu Lei Ling himself possesses strength far exceeding that of ordinary combatants.

If this technique were added, their combat power would skyrocket to who knows how high.

"Perhaps we should pay attention to 'argus'."

Seeing Rino deep in thought, Mikazuki Rei puffed out his cheeks in a rather childish manner and secretly made up his mind.

No matter if I encounter the Fang of Metsudo, the First Encounter with Izumi, or that Yato Igarashi, I must win and then bring the championship to Rino.

In this way, Rino's gaze will never leave her.

……

The atmosphere in one of the lounges on the passenger deck was oppressive.

The elderly man in a suit, with burn marks on his face, lit a cigar, took a drag, flicked off the ash, and grinned, "Have you all heard? Someone is attacking our 'Hundred-Man Society' members, trying to seize their fighting champion titles... How interesting. Before I even made a move, some rats are already jumping out. Who could it be? Katahara Metsudo? Or Nogi Hideki... Or maybe it's that outsider, Toyota Izumi, stirring things up?"

"Never mind, whatever."

"It's time for you to put yourselves to use. Go, find the people and kill them. If you can't find them, then proceed with the original plan and target the fighters from other factions to take their positions."

"clear."

The five people in the reception room, apart from the old man, either responded, nodded, or showed sadistic smiles, adding a touch of grimness to the atmosphere.

at this time……

Bang! The door to the reception room was kicked open.

A beautiful woman with a slender figure and tall stature, wearing a burgundy suit, stood at the door.

Under the astonished and uncertain gazes of the crowd, she put down her right foot, which was wearing a high-heeled boot.

He walked into the room unhurriedly.

Without any movement, the door that had been kicked open closed automatically.

Another 'bang' resounded, as if striking everyone's hearts.

"Katsumasa Hayami?"

The woman in the suit glanced at it.

In an instant, the atmosphere in the entire room was forcibly reversed.

Everyone felt as if a huge boulder was pressing on their hearts, making it almost impossible to breathe.

"Who...who is this guy?!"

One of the five, Ren Nikaido, looked terrified, and his body began to tremble unconsciously.

And the old man, who was not even a fighter or martial artist, but just an ordinary person... Hayami Katsumasa felt that all the composure and will he had honed over the decades in his high position had turned to dust. An unprecedented sense of powerlessness overwhelmed his mind and body like a tide. He sat in the chair and did not dare to move at all... no, he was completely unable to move!

"You...who are you?!"

"I?"

The woman in the suit smiled slightly.

“You can call me… ‘Lady’.”