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"I'm too much?"

Hearing Kyokushin Genichi's words, Qin Fang's expression became somewhat playful, and he unexpectedly struck a pose of "I'm so puzzled."

He even shook his head theatrically while looking at Qu Da, Kong Er, and the others present, as if he was genuinely eager to learn, and said, "Am I?"

"No!"

Yamamoto had brought along a small group of men, but altogether, they barely added up to about ten people.

On the other hand, the number of Hong Kong Islanders present here was substantially larger. After all, this boxing arena was set up on Hong Kong Island, where locals naturally had the upper hand.

Whether inside or outside the arena, strict measures had been imposed at the entrance, yet Hong Kong Islanders remained dominant in the crowd.

Furthermore, Yamamoto, who relied on his status, had always rampaged unchecked on Hong Kong Island, making enemies everywhere.

At this point, almost nobody was willing to speak for him. Even the wealthy elite from Japan and other places mostly chose to remain neutral, while some even echoed the sentiments of the locals.

Thus, Qin Fang's sarcastic response immediately found unanimous approval from the crowd. Everyone denied in unison, instantly causing Kyokushin Genichi's expression to take on an exceptional hue.

As a Grandmaster-level expert in Japan's karate circles, Kyokushin Genichi had considerable fame and real skills to his name.

Karate is lauded as Japan's National Arts, although much like Korea's taekwondo, it is actually derived from Dragon Country martial arts, with quite a few adept practitioners among its ranks.

However, the Japanese love to pile unwarranted praise onto themselves, proclaiming without hesitation... things like karate being the world's greatest martial way, which inevitably incites considerable disgust.

But this doesn't negate the power of karate, even though Qin Fang couldn't deny its efficacy. Just observing the various branches of Japanese karate is enough to understand.

Karate stemmed from Dragon Country martial arts, so many of its customs still adhere to the ancient traditions of the Dragon Country Martial World, such as only allowing Grandmaster-level fighters to take on disciples and Grandmaster-level experts to establish sects...

The name "karate" belongs to a major branch, although no one can pinpoint exactly when it started being called this. But the karate branches themselves are plentiful.

For instance, Kyokushin Genichi's Kyokushin Way originated because his ancestors included a Grandmaster-level karate expert, thus granting the right to establish a sect, leading to the creation of Kyokushin Way.

Most karate schools' names are based on their founders' surnames, first names, or something related.

These connections have little to do with Qin Fang, but as the heir to Kyokushin Way, Kyokushin Genichi naturally has a few deadly moves in his arsenal, which, when executed with his Master Level Early Stage cultivation, could carry considerable destructive power…

That said, Qin Fang wasn't overly concerned about Kyokushin Genichi.

The aspect of Japanese martial arts that truly kept Qin Fang on guard wasn't karate but the unpredictable and sinister ninjutsu. That was the real danger. If Qin Fang wasn't alert beforehand, encountering a powerful ninja could end terribly for him...

Perhaps because of this, Japan's true experts are almost universally in the ninjutsu circles. While karate does boast one or two exceptional fighters, they pale in comparison to their ninjutsu counterparts, whether in terms of numbers or expertise.

Put simply, karate is akin to the external sect techniques of Dragon Country martial arts, while ninjutsu is more comparable to Dragon Country's inner sect skills…

External techniques can certainly be cultivated to Master Level, and some with exceptional talent might even break into the ranks of Grandmaster-level experts. But taking it further is nearly impossible.

Thus, since Japan's karate first began evolving as a derivative art, it has never produced a truly top-tier master. Even hundreds of years of accumulation among various branches have resulted in only so many experts.

Inner sect techniques, on the other hand, are fundamentally challenging yet have infinite potential for advancement. Not to mention, ninjutsu integrates Dragon Country's Thousand Gate Qimen Dunjia Technique and Dragon Country martial arts, while heavily relying on Japan's unique, twisted psychology, cultivated through brutal and inhumane training to forge its unique methods.

Although the Japanese only grasped the surface of both martial arts and Thousand Gate techniques, their relentless researchmanship indeed embarrasses Dragon Country people, as it led to the invention of something as perverse as ninjutsu.

But among the men Yamamoto brought here today, the strongest was Kyokushin Genichi, with merely a Master Level Early Stage cultivation in karate, and no ninjutsu expertise... Naturally, Qin Fang wasn't worried.

Qin Fang didn't see Kyokushin Genichi as worth his time. Naturally, he wouldn't feel apprehension or fear, and his tone remained as domineering as ever, essentially delivering a resounding slap across Yamamoto's face.

Yamamoto's face had turned entirely green-purple at this point, looking even worse than a pig's liver.

Kyokushin Genichi didn't fare much better. The composure and ease he previously displayed had vanished entirely, replaced by a visage brimming with rage.

If not for his relatively good self-control, he might already have been howling and hurling curses wildly by now.

Even so, he couldn't keep calm anymore. With a sudden move, he parted the crowd, stepped right before Qin Fang, and stared him down with eyes burning like fire before speaking to him one word at a time.

"You've insulted me. I, Kyokushin Genichi, in the name of a warrior, challenge you to a duel..."

Although he couldn't discern Qin Fang's exact level or understand why Qin Fang exuded such confidence, developments had reached a point where, as the heir of Kyokushin Way, Kyokushin Genichi had no room to retreat. Should he back down now, he would not only shatter his own reputation but also drag Kyokushin Way's name into disrepute.

That was something he could not afford. If Kyokushin Way were rendered unable to hold its head high, how could he face the ancestors who founded the Way? He might as well commit seppuku...

Don't underestimate Kyokushin Genichi's willingness to carry out such acts. This old man sincerely sees himself as a noble warrior, and even his challenge today starkly contrasts with the demeanor of his disciple, Sato.

A noble warrior, in pursuit of honor and duty, does not fear for his life. Should his actions disgrace his mission, seppuku becomes their perfect choice.

Unmistakably, Kyokushin Genichi is an extraordinarily fervent nationalist...

What Qin Fang didn't know was that back when the Japanese invaded Dragon Country, Kyokushin Way had quite a few practitioners involved in the invasion, many of whom met their ends in Dragon Country, with a considerable number committing seppuku.

"Master, this punk doesn't require you to lift a finger. Allow your disciple to step forward and take care of him..."

Sato had been closely following the situation all along and harbored immense hatred toward Qin Fang, wishing to tear him limb from limb to satisfy his anger.

But Japanese protocols tend to be strict. Within a sect, hierarchy matters greatly. When a master speaks, disciples must refrain from interrupting, or they risk being labeled disrespectful to the sect.

Yet now, seeing his master Kyokushin Genichi being insulted by Qin Fang, to the point of initiating a challenge, Sato could no longer hold back. He instantly stepped forward, offering to fight in his master's stead.

Kyokushin Genichi didn't get angry. Instead, he gazed at his disciple in hesitation, clearly uneasy about Qin Fang's capabilities.

"You… aren't worthy!"

Qin Fang smirked disdainfully at the frenzied Sato, finding it outright amusing that the youngster still tried to butt in after being deemed unqualified.

Faced with such impudence, Qin Fang didn't feel obliged to show any courtesy. He simply retorted with a dismissive remark, once again stomping on Sato viciously.

"Baka..."

Sato, repeatedly ridiculed by Qin Fang, had already reached the boiling point. His already furious emotions exploded entirely, and he let out an enraged roar, followed by a sudden movement towards Qin Fang.

The situation had escalated to a point where Sato could no longer suppress his anger. Even with his master Yamamoto standing nearby, he was beyond control.

"Be careful…"

"Qin Fang, watch out…"

Upon seeing this development, as Sato charged at high speed with undeniable momentum, rapidly closing the distance to Qin Fang, several alarmed voices broke out.

Yet Qin Fang appeared utterly unperturbed, standing firmly as if oblivious to the unfolding danger, showing no reaction whatsoever.

Of course, this was somewhat understandable. The exchanges so far had been purely verbal sparring, with the Japanese side already disadvantaged on reasoning, humiliated essentially by their own doing.

However, few could have foreseen Sato resorting to violence in an attempt to settle the dispute, marking a sudden twist in the matter.

Qu Da and Kong Er, who were relatively close to Qin Fang, reacted quickly. Although others supported Qin Fang on principle, most weren't personally connected to him, leaving only Qu Da and Kong Er sincerely worried enough to call out warnings.

The duo now looked panicked, clearly fearing Qin Fang might fall victim to Sato's attack, given his formidable strength, having effortlessly dismantled several skilled boxers employed by wealthy Hong Kong elites…

Although they shouted their dire warnings, Sato's speed was so immense that their efforts made no difference. His massive fist, the size of a cooking pot, was already inches from Qin Fang.

Pa~~

Just as everyone braced themselves for the horrifying spectacle of Qin Fang being battered half to death by Sato's punch, a sharp, crisp sound abruptly echoed.

More accurately, it was the sound of a slap… (To be continued. If you enjoy this work, please visit Qidian (qidian.com) to cast recommendation votes and monthly votes. Your support is my greatest motivation.)

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