Chapter 210: Side Story: Love Manipulation Squad (5)
Each city had its own renowned martial arts dojos. Some boasted a proud history spanning centuries, emphasizing tradition. Others claimed expertise by incorporating cutting-edge scientific advancements. Some even advertised that they had trained S-Class heroes.
In short, there were plenty of targets.
Galrm pulled his cap low over his face as he appeared before the instructors of other dojos.
He wasn’t targeting the Masters. The reason was simple—most Masters weren’t actually the strongest fighters in their own dojos.
Martial arts weren’t something one simply grew stronger in through years of training. A hundred-year-old elder who had practiced for a century could still be defeated by a champion with just ten years of experience.
Mastery of techniques, physical conditioning, and mental fortitude—these three elements had to be in perfect harmony. It was an art with a short shelf life.
"—You’re Homura from Muguk Jin Kwan, right?"
"...Who are you?"
"Thought so. Fight me."
Galrm took Riore with him as he went around ambushing the strongest fighters from various dojos.
At first, they assumed he was just some thug looking for trouble. But once they exchanged a few blows with Riore, their expressions changed.
Her fundamentals were too polished to be that of a mere street fighter. And layered atop those refined basics were unpredictable, irregular movements.