Chapter 9 - Underworld

Yaoyorozu, being a super-rich family, is much more knowledgeable about the world than the average person.

"Uncle Nohara, you must know about the [Underworld]," one day, after yanagi finished his training, he approached the butler and said.

"Underworld???" Upon hearing these words, the butler, Nohara Hiroshi, had his pupils dilate in shock. He quickly shook his head and replied, "Young Master Yanagi, I'm not familiar with it."

"Uncle Nohara, please tell me," He insisted, his tone firm.

"Uh, young master."

"That place is like an Hell."

Butler Nohara Hiroshi exhaled deeply and continued, "Hell?"

He playfully smiled, "Haven't I been walking in Hell every day?"

"Ugh!" Nohara Hiroshi trembled upon hearing Yanagi's words.

Nohara Hiroshi had witnessed Yanagi's daily intense training, showing his determination and resilience

I have put my life on the line several times, and I have only recently started to recover...

It can be said that he is truly a teen walking on the boundary between life and death!!!

"Uh, be careful."

"In City C..."

Hiroshi Nohara knew that he couldn't stop him. Even if he didn't disclose information, with the financial resources and connections of the Yaoyorozu family, he could find out.

The Underworld!

It is a place where wealthy merchants and powerful individuals seek excitement.

With the emergence of [quirks] in the world, the underground boxing market thrived more than ever.

In a deserted town adjacent to Yanagi, lies the [Underworld].

On the surface, it appears to be an ordinary boxing club, but hidden within are individuals with dangerous [quirks], including villains who lurk in its shadows.

Even the government, is also turning a blind eye to the [Underworld] due to the extensive involvement and complexities surrounding it.

Upon reaching the Underworld, he made his intentions clear.

Guided by the suit-clad staff, Yanagi descended into the basement.

Upon reaching the basement, He felt a completely different atmosphere.

The [Underworld] consists of 9 underground floors.

The first level houses the lowest-level fighters.

To progress to the next level, one must accumulate 100 stars:

- 5 stars are awarded for each opponent defeated.

- After 3 consecutive wins, an additional 20 stars are granted.

- After 5 consecutive wins, an additional 30 stars are awarded.

- After 6 consecutive wins, an additional 50 stars are granted.

Simply put, achieving 6 consecutive wins qualifies you for the [second tier].

The victor of the first tier will earn 50,000 yen per match.

By the way, 50,000 yen is equivalent to purchasing a computer.

"Asura is up next for you." A female staff member in a rabbit costume said to yanagi.

When in the [Underworld], real names are rarely used, and participants are free to choose their own nicknames.

Yanagi casually adopted the nickname 'Asura'.

"Okay, thank you."

The rules of underworld are essentially similar to traditional boxing rules.

Due to the presence of [Quirk], the audience craves more thrilling matches.

The rules in the ring are straightforward...

Apart from the prohibition on intentional killing and the use of poison and heat-based weapons, anything goes...

In other words, any cold weapon, even dark weapons, can be used.

Yanagi's first opponent was a stout one-eyed man.

"Kid, you're really unlucky. You've met me in the first match," the one-eyed man said coldly.

"Oh," He replied.

Meanwhile, the spectators watching the battle commented:

"Poor kid, what terrible luck."

"Kid, get ready to be crushed by Jack!"

"Looks like another newbie is about to bite the dust!"

Whispers filled the air.

"The game begins!"

"Asura vs. Mighty Jack."

The referee announced.

Mighty Jack, known as 'Rookie Killer' by the first-floor audience, possessed a strong grip that could crush bones.

Despite being eligible for the second tier, he lingered on the first tier to savor his victories.

"Kid, I'm going to crush your bones piece by piece," Jack grimly declared.

"Is that so?" Akane Yanagi sneered, then suddenly burst into action.

Moving at cheetah-like speed, he darted forward, leaving the audience mesmerized by the blur of his movements.

With a resounding thud, Jack's powerful frame hit the ground, writhing in agony.

Gasps filled the room as the spectators witnessed the unexpected turn of events.

Looking down at the fallen Jack, He was taken aback.

However, the embarrassed Mighty Jack swiftly produced a dagger from his sleeve and lunged at him.

Reacting swiftly, he evaded the attack, but the dagger grazed his abdomen, drawing blood. Thankfully, the wound was superficial.

"Kid, I must admit you're strong, but this is all you've got," Jack taunted. The dagger contained a potent anesthetic, capable of incapacitating even a male lion in an instant. Narcotics, not classified as poison, were permitted for use.

Despite the setback, Jack struggled to his feet, still reeling from Yanagi's earlier blow.

"Is that so?" He sneered and approached Jack with measured steps.