Crossover Anime: Starting with Destroying Kengan

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Even the position under my feet hasn't changed.

But the cool, clear sound of the sword still seemed to echo in the air.

Her series of movements took less than two seconds, leaving onlookers breathless.

However, for Saeko Busujima...

Still not enough.

"Sword speed isn't the problem; the issue is my slow movements. I've practiced diligently for almost three months without much improvement. It seems my physical abilities are only up to this level."

A short while later, Saeko Busujima broke free from 'Zanshin', put down the training tools in her hands, and revealed a bitter smile.

That alone is not enough to break through that person's nerve reflex speed.

If you fight again, your sword will still break.

"Alright everyone, let's take a break. Today's practice is over. If there's nothing else, you can all leave."

Saeko Busujima turned to the club members and spoke loudly.

"Saeko-senpai, I heard that the national tournament this year is going to be postponed. Is that true?"

At this moment, Katsura Hinagiku wiped her sweat and asked curiously.

She is a new member who recently joined the company.

Despite his relatively short tenure, he has already been identified by Saeko Busujima as a candidate for the next department head.

The popularity within the company is ridiculously high.

Yes, that's true. I just received the notification myself.

Saeko Busujima said with a smile.

"Has it been postponed to a certain date?"

"They didn't say that, but it's good that we have more time to practice."

"This is the first time I've heard of a national competition being postponed."

Katsura Hinako was a little puzzled.

"Probably because they didn't want to clash with other popular competitions."

The vice president said casually.

Huh? Saeko Busujima and Hinagiku Katsura were slightly taken aback.

"Besides the National Kendo Championship, what other popular competitions are there in July?"

"That goes without saying, it's the 'Kengan Suicide Tournament'!"

The vice president's face showed an excited expression that even Saeko Busujima, with whom he had worked for a long time, found unfamiliar.

Kengan...The Ultimate Tournament?

What it is?

The two girls looked at each other.

……

A location in Chiba Prefecture, within the Tokyo metropolitan area.

"Fireworks display?"

Yukino Yukinoshita, who was reading in her room, was called to the living room.

He was puzzled by his mother's sudden request.

“Yes, according to tradition, the fireworks festival this month is always hosted by our Yukinoshita family, so this time you will be in charge of negotiating with the sponsors.”

The speaker was a woman who looked to be no more than thirty years old and possessed a mature charm.

She gives the impression of being a combination of Haruno and Yukino.

He possesses a dignified and elegant demeanor, while also demonstrating political acumen and business acumen.

She is both the biological mother of the two sisters and the true head of the Yukinoshita family.

"What do you mean by 'so'... Let me state upfront that I'm not backing down, I just don't want to do things that I'm not interested in."

“Your father and I have other things to do, although it’s not that we can’t take on both, but as a member of the Yukinoshita family, don’t you have an obligation to contribute to this?”

Snow Mother smiled and said.

“…You have a point.”

Yukino stared at the other person for a long time, then frowned and said:

"Alright, I'll handle this."

"very good."

Snow Mother nodded in satisfaction, a strange light flashing in her eyes.

"Speaking of which... you seem to have changed quite a bit lately. Have you gained anything from school?"

"...I don't feel any change in myself..."

"Perhaps that's what you think, but for me, who hasn't seen you for two months, you've actually changed quite a bit. For example... you actually had the courage to refuse my request to my face."

"..."

"That's right, this is the real you."

Looking at the silent Yukino, Yukino's mother said with great interest.

"I think we can end this pointless conversation."

“Is it meaningless? I think it’s very meaningful to you. People’s growth often starts with ‘change’. I don’t think there’s anything wrong with that. At least I don’t have to worry about you making any mistakes when I entrust this matter to you.”

"..."

Yukino slightly widened her eyes, as if she had heard something incredible.

"Yukino, you are different from Haruno."

Snow Mother said slowly and deliberately.

“I never expected you to become the second Haruno. You just need to be yourself. So I’m glad you’ve changed. I’m even more curious about what it is that has made your heart stronger.”

"..."

Of course, it's martial arts.

After several months of martial arts training and anaerobic diving, not only has my physical fitness improved significantly, but my willpower and mental fortitude have also increased dramatically during those near-death ordeals.

In the past, when faced with a domineering mother, I could only remain silent and obey, but now I can naturally express my own wishes.

Although it may seem like a rebellious act, it actually proves that she is beginning to have her own opinions, break free from the influence of others, and think independently.

Snow Mother recognized this, which is why she was pleased and generously gave her recognition.

Yukino couldn't quite describe how she felt.

When something you've always longed for suddenly arrives, it's hard to feel happy.

The person I should be facing first isn't my mother, but that other person.

"correct."

Yukino suddenly sensed something was wrong and called out to her mother, who was about to leave.

"Where did my sister go? Shouldn't she be responsible for these things?"

That's right.

Yukinoshita isn't the only one in the family 'obligated' to contribute.

In fact, these matters that required her to represent the Yukinoshita family were not her responsibility to handle in the first place.

"Yono? She went to watch the game representing the Yukinoshita Group... Didn't she tell you?"

"No."

"Don't worry, you'll be able to see the broadcast on TV or online the day after tomorrow. Maybe the cameras will even capture her sitting in the audience."

Snow Mother said with a touch of humor.

"...What kind of competition is it?"

"Kengan Tournament, a competition where fighters decide the future of a nation."

Chapter 206

July 4th.

It was exactly nine o'clock in the morning.

Company representatives and competitors arrived at the venue on time.

The massive building known as the 'Kengan Dome Colosseum' has an exterior and interior design resembling an ancient gladiatorial arena, but its decorations are exceptionally luxurious and advanced, making it a dazzling stage that can absolutely withstand the world's attention!

"Wow! When I boarded the ship, I thought there would be a lot of people, but it was too dark to see clearly. Now that I'm sitting here, it's really spectacular! And the atmosphere is completely different from what I saw on TV."

In a corner of the audience, Xiang, sitting in his chair, was restless, looking around; his excitement was beyond words.

"Hibiki is completely immersed in the atmosphere."

Ayaka watched her retreating figure and sighed helplessly.

"But it's really exciting! This is my first time watching a match live, and my heart is pounding so hard I can't calm down at all," Zhu Mei said somewhat shyly.

"Hey, look online... there's a live stream on YouTube right now!"

Gina suddenly exclaimed and showed them her phone.

"Didn't we already know this?...Wow, this number of viewers is just too outrageous!"

Ayaka glanced over at the screen and was immediately startled by the dense barrage of comments and the number of viewers.

"One, ten, hundred, thousand, ten thousand... one hundred million?? Hey, this isn't the World Cup, where are all these people coming from?"

"It's not just YouTube; Japanese TV stations and major live streaming websites are also broadcasting it. Although the number of viewers isn't as exaggerated as YouTube, it's still several million. Other countries are probably similar."

"..."

Just as Ayaka was still in a state of shock, Hibiki suddenly exclaimed in surprise:

"They actually came!"

"them?"

Upon hearing this, Gina, Ayaka, and Akemi all looked in the direction she was pointing.

Their seats were already quite close to the front.

But those people were seated even further forward, in a specially designated 'VIP section' surrounded by security personnel, making them stand out conspicuously compared to the other audience members.

"That, that's our great leader, Peking!"

Gina rubbed her eyes, somewhat incredulous.

"I thought it was a joke, but I didn't expect that everyone would actually come... No wonder the number of viewers is so exaggerated. It seems that the influence is so great that even people who are not interested in fighting competitions have become curious."

Ayaka's lips twitched.

In the audience area that Xiang pointed to, great figures from all over the world gathered together, and the atmosphere was even harmonious.

Such a scene was previously only seen at certain summits.

Just then, beams of spotlights danced around, like a harbinger of an approaching storm. Accompanied by deep yet exhilarating drumbeats, the beams intersected and focused on the center of the playing field!

A beautiful young woman with tanned skin, dressed in an evening gown, stood there.

beep—

Sharp sounds blared from loudspeakers throughout the venue, drawing the audience's attention.

"Everyone, welcome to watch this competition."

The woman smiled slightly and spoke into the microphone.