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Raten Taishou...

Raten Taishou

1: Raten Taishou

I don't get it.

Even if the Tenshi wants Soran-kun,

why did he need to invite him to the Raten Taishou?

He should have plenty of other ways to get his hands on him.

Who knows?

But the Tenshi didn't make this decision on his own.

You think the Ten Elders are involved?

Most likely.

The Tenshi can't make decisions about such a big event alone.

They're going through a lot of trouble for just Soran-kun, though.

No one wants Soran.

They all want the style taught to him by his grandfather, Chou Shakurin:

the kitaigen style.

Tenshi, you have such a generous heart.

I'm sure the Ten Elders had a lot to say.

Rikukin, we're allowing one unassociated with our teachings

to participate in the selection of the next Tenshi.

You can't blame them for voicing their objections.

Don't you get it, Tenshi?

They've forced their own apprentices to participate simply so that

Chou Soran won't become the next Tenshi.

I'm sure they intend to use all sorts of

underhanded methods to knock Chou Soran out of the running.

It will all be decided by his destiny.

There's nothing I can do.

If you want Chou Soran by your side,

wouldn't it be faster to make him your student?

You're free to take on any apprentice you wish.

The other elders won't stop you.

Why are you so determined to have him succeed you?

I can't tell you that.

The path follows the land.

And people should follow nature.

But at this rate, things won't go as you have planned.

If you refuse to act, I don't intend to sit quietly by.

Tenshi.

Now, now. Have a seat.

I asked you to gather here because Rikukin has something to discuss

concerning the upcoming Raten Taishou.

What is there left to discuss?

Like you, I've been wondering if there's anything I can do for this event.

What are you trying to say, Rikukin?

Rikukin, what are you doing?

Secret Technique: Tsuutenroku.

You possess one of the eight powers that caused the Koushin War?

So the rumors are true.

It's come to my attention that

you've invited several outsiders to the Raten Taishou,

but they're only invited to make you look good.

Most of them have no real interest in being the Tenshi.

So as a reward for winning the upcoming Raten Taishou,

I will offer up my Tsuutenroku.

Any objections?

It's no wonder they call you Rikukin the Saint.

I see you're the one who benefited the most from the war.

Benefited? Don't be stupid.

They tried to take my Tsuutenroku from me...

Rikukin, p-please...

Jou Shifu of the Josei School...

I've never forgotten him.

In his final moments, he told me the names of the men who killed him.

Aren't you curious?

The past drifts by like clouds.

I'm sure your friend would be happier the sooner you forgot.

I can't believe what you've done.

Their pursuit of the Tsuutenroku will throw the event into chaos.

We've averted our eyes from the Koushin War out of self-pity.

But I'm already over a hundred. I don't have much time left.

This time, I won't overlook anything.

There are many in this world who desire the power of the Tsuutenroku.

There's no need to steal it from me.

If they want it, they can have it!

Not bad.

I guess I can stop holding back!

Go ahead.

Ow...

Hey, Hou-nee!

Go easy on me!

Is this really your best?

Well, at least you've gotten a little better.

Of course.

You've been training me every day.

Anyway, the "rounoukou" technique you taught me...

Isn't that a kitaigen style technique?

I don't know.

You don't know?

Yeah. Your grandfather died immediately after teaching it to me,

so I don't know if it's kitaigen or not.

Then at least teach me the trick to using the rounoukou.

You must know that.

But I haven't mastered the rounoukou.

I don't know any tricks.

What? How is it that you haven't mastered the rounoukou if it was taught to you?

Because your grandfather told me to pass it on to you.

Why would I bother mastering it?

Huh? Well, uh...

I'd never accept that argument from anyone else,

but for some reason, I can't argue when it's coming from you.

Anyway, you're really strong.

What kind of training do you do?

Me? Nothing special.

Even if I'm just sitting still, my ki swirls around inside me and takes shape on its own.

My ki doesn't flow smoothly when I'm distracted, though.

But because you're marked with a seal,

it hurts when you have indecent thoughts.

So you should be skilled in suppressing idle thoughts.

That's why you improve faster than others.

Are you trying to cheer me up?

Trust me.

Until recently, you couldn't even scratch me.

Yeah, but how are you so strong when you haven't learned any martial arts techniques?

Are you sure you haven't mastered anything?

Not even a cool ultimate technique?

There is a cool martial arts technique I learned from Jo Yon the other day.

I'll give it a shot. Come at me.

Okay! Here I come!

Strike at your opponent's opening with the palm of your hand.

This is "Man Pushes Car With Hand."

Kanshu Ousha

And...

"Kannon-sama Seated on a Lotus."

Kannon Zaren

Then...

"Enter the Poisonous Dragon."

Dokuryuusen

Jo Yon named my knife, too.

Because it's so thin and sharp, it's "Okamoto 0.01."

Jo Yon taught me 48 techniques in total.

They're called the 48 Ultimate Techniques of the Monzetsu Fist.

I see. Houhou was using those techniques?

Thanks, Soran-kun.

Did something happen?

Enough, Jo Yon!

Stop teaching Houhou crude martial arts techniques!

Whoa, don't get so mad, Jo San.

I was just joking??

Shut up!

Man, you have no sense of humor.

Huh?

What's up?

What?

A Shinshou head master and apprentices...

How could anyone kill three outsiders in such a short amount of time?

This wasn't the work of an amateur.

The only ones who'd do something like this...

It could only have been that organization.

What is Zensei planning?

Chinchuu, I haven't seen our boss recently.

You never change, Natsuka.

Our leader left a while ago.

Why not give him some credit?

He's just an ornamental stand-in.

He'll become the official leader eventually.

I'm not so sure.

Not that it matters to me who our leader is.

Hey, Natsuka-chan, have some fun with me...

Anyway, where did my dog go?

Ko Ketsu is out hunting.

Looks like he already got three.

He's quite efficient.

Since Ko Ketsu made a contract with you,

he can steal the consciousnesses of his victims.

I wouldn't want it traced back to me.

I wish he'd stay within bounds.

Natsuka...

Natsuka...

I'm sorry. I made a mistake.

I killed three.

But he was no ordinary man.

I promise I won't mess up next time.

Don't abandon me!

And have you heard?

They're giving the Tsuutenroku to the winner of the next Raten Taishou.

I'll get it for you.

You want it, don't you?

You really screwed this up.

What if the Express Delivery Company gets wind of this?

You're useless.

But I??

You idiot son!

Dad! What was that for?

I told you not to touch my Natsuka.

How many times must I tell you?

Damn you!

I was out spilling blood for Natsuka.

You're just a useless old man!

That's no way to speak to your father!

Damn it.

You piece of shit.

Natsuka would never fall for an old fart like you!

You brat! I'll kill you right now!

I'd like to see you try!

Boys, that's enough??

Shut up!

Natsuka, once I've killed him, you're next.

You're always mocking me.

The effects of my lust spell have been broken?

You idiot son!

I'll kill you first!

Shut your trap, old man!

Kounei of Raienhou...

So this is your doing.

Cancel your spell immediately.

Ko Ketsu, you...

Power!

I can feel the power entering me!

Now he doesn't have to go out hunting.

Ko Ketsu...

Run...

Hurry...

Run away from them...

Dad...

I... killed my father...

Dad...

What have I done?

This must be hard for you, boy.

After all, you killed your own father.

But all emotional wounds fade with time.

It's okay. You'll feel better soon.

By the way, Ko Ketsu.

Who was your fourth target?

Shokatsu Sei...

What?

Why did it have to be him?

Descendant of Shokatsu Koumei,

one of the most distinguished outsiders, Shokatsu Sei...

Hey, Sei-nii.

If we don't hurry, the flight to Kousei will leave.

There's no rush, Haku.

The Raten Taishou isn't going anywhere.

How can you be so relaxed?

If we miss our flight, we'll never make it in time!

Okay, okay.

Th-That movement of ki...

The ki planted inside me by the rounoukou changed on its own?

What the hell is this?

Hey, Soran. You ready?

We're leaving.

Y-Yeah.

Hou-nee's participating in the Raten Taishou?

Yeah. The rules changed, and now she's allowed to enter.

Any outsider under 30 is allowed to participate now.

Seriously?

I don't wanna fight all those guys.

Don't worry.

Houhou-chan will bury anyone who might get in your way.

I don't think she should do that...

Could you please remove any metal objects you're carrying?

Okay.

Huh? Wha??

Why do you have that?!

It's a misunderstanding!

Security! Call security!

It just got mixed in with our luggage!

She didn't mean anything by it!

Can I go now?

I'm sure there will be lots of outsiders stronger than me at the event.

You undervalue your own abilities, Haku.

Huh?

Since you haven't interacted with other outsiders much,

you don't have an accurate sense of your own abilities.

But you're strong enough to fight.

I heard Chou Reigyoku is going to be there.

And Chou Soran, the successor to the something-gen style.

He could be strong, too.

The kitaigen style, huh?

We'll see how effective it is against Shokatsu techniques.

You...

stupid apprentice!

What kind of apprentice sleeps while his master is training?

Master, don't be so mad.

Maybe you're lacking calcium.

I won't show you any mercy today, Ouya!

Okay, I get it! I get it!

I was wrong, Master!

Brother Ouya, the grandmaster is calling you.

I-I'm saved...

Thanks for waiting, Grandmaster.

I'm coming in.

There you are, Ouya. Come here.

What's got you in such a good mood?

Take a look.

I learned how to use this tablet device.

Impressive, Grandmaster. You're so smart.

I even mastered WeChat. See?

You've been talking to the Tenshi.

Wow, I had no idea Rikukin-sama had the Tsuutenroku.

The situation surrounding the Raten Taishou has changed.

Do you still not intend to participate?

Don't you want to know what happened then?

Couldn't you just tell me?

I'm sorry, Ouya.

I can't do that.

Don't apologize, Grandmaster.

I'm not even interested in learning about the past.

Ouya, people can change their futures, but they can't change their destinies.

They may feel restricted by their destinies,

but they must accept it.

You possess one of the eight secret arts.

Participating in the Raten Taishou is your destiny.

I'll consider it.

The sun came up, aiya, and it? a clear and beautiful day, aiya

The river cleanses the foot of the mountain as it flows through

There are fish slowly swimming by, they?e fat and look delicious

But I don? want any if you don? cook them with red peppers

But I don? want any if you don? cook them with red peppers

Cute, cute girl

She has such a calm face

But with her giant shovel, she goes from one hill to the next

And fills them with holes

I don? know where she came from

But if you make her mad, she?l punch you

She? always in a daze, but she? terrifying

She?l smack you without warning if you?e stupid

Even in dark places where the moon doesn? shine

This dignified girl is never scared

She works hard all night burying

She buries others in order to survive

The sun came up, aiya, and it? a clear and beautiful day, aiya

The river cleanses the foot of the mountain as it flows through

There are fish slowly swimming by, they?e fat and look delicious

But I don? want any if you don? cook them with red peppers

But I don? want any if you don? have red peppers...

I don?, I don?, I don?!

Brother Ouya, wake up.

You'll get in trouble with the master again.

Brother?

Brother! You're bleeding!

Tell the grandmaster...

I'll participate in the Raten Taishou.

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