Chapter 17

"It's fine, Coach Machio is okay. Coach Aida, is there anything else to test?"

"If not, I'll head home first, as it'll be dark soon."

Rei looked at the sinking sun outside the window and said to Kagehira.

Kagehira couldn't help but recall Rei's previous words. Initially, he was concerned that Rei came to the gym to show off and impress his daughter. He wasn't even prepared to find a coach. But now it seems that finding a coach is out of the question, let alone a coach of Rei's caliber.

"Test? What's there to test? You've dominated our tests in every single parameter. How could we even test you?"

"No, from now on, you can use the equipment at Silver Man Gym as you please," Kagehira said. "If you're willing to be an honorary coach at our gym, although there's no salary, you won't have to pay a monthly membership fee."

What a generous offer!

"Yes, I'd be happy to."

"It's alright if you don't want to... Yes? You do?," Kagehira paused. He was prepared for Rei to refuse, but he didn't expect him to agree so quickly, as if he were afraid he might change his mind.

In an instant, Kagehira's eyes widened with realization.

Really! Is this guy still worried about Riko?

This is annoying, I suddenly don't want to invite this guy.

"Fujio-san, you take Rei to the front desk to register. And by the way, refund the membership fee he just paid. I have something to deal with," Kagehira said, somewhat displeased.

"Alright!" Fujio walked over to Rei, before he quickly put his clothes back on to cover his muscles. "Let's go, Rei."

Under Fujio's guidance, Rei successfully became an honorary coach registered at Silver Man Gym.

"Rei, or should I say Coach Rei now, we'll be colleagues at Silver Man Gym from now on. Allow me to introduce myself. I'm Uzaki Fujio. Pleased to meet you," Fujio said enthusiastically.

Rei nodded. "I'll be in your care."

"I'm a bit older than you, so just call me Fujio. No need to be so formal. Men use muscles to make friends! My muscles have already accepted you!" Fujio raised one arm, showcasing his bulging biceps.

"Alright then, Brother Fujio it is."

A certain classmate Hana, who was doing homework at home, suddenly sneezed. "Could it be that senior is thinking about me? Well, if senior leaves, I won't be able to survive at all~Hehe~~"

"Then, I'll go first. I'll see Brother Fujio tomorrow."

In the distance, Riko saw Rei getting ready to leave and trotted over from her father's side to join him. Kagehira extended his hand, muttering under his breath, "My precious daughter!"

Following Rei for two blocks, Riko followed Rei's words and turned around to leave. It was late at night, and a girl walking alone at night, especially a beautiful girl like Riko was a safety concern. The number of missing people in Tokyo every year was countless. Walking this far was already a sincere gesture.

"I have to say, Coach Machio's muscle compression is really impressive. He can even produce such explosive powers from his muscles, and the second time he did it, he almost destroyed everything. Walking up the stairs to his home, Rei couldn't help but think about Machio's techniques.

That kind of strength, it's truly astounding.

"Orange-red hamster? Looking up the steps, a small figure in an orange robe appeared before his eyes: "Ah, it's Little Umaru."

The landlord's sister's, Umaru Doma (from Himouto! Umaru-chan!). Little Umaru.

Rei suddenly thought about Street Bear Machio's muscle compression. If he had to name someone more proficient than him... it would only be the person in front of him.

In the next moment, the small hamster, originally less than a meter tall, transformed into a beautiful girl, standing at 1.6 meters.

"No matter how many times I see it, it's still incredible."

"It's indeed quite fascinating, Senior Rei."  Umaru said with her hands crossed in front of her, wearing a pristine smile like the friendly neighborhood spid-girl.

"So, what brings you here?" Rei asked.

In the same apartment building, even if separated by just a wall, the relationship between the two was no different. Rei once had to borrow shower gel from his neighbors, and he accidentally encountered the hamster-sized Umaru while she was drinking coke and accidentally stepped on her.

Fortunately, the Umaru was in was unharmed, and she opened up to Rei afterwards.

"I wanted a Coke! But Nii-san wouldn't go out to buy it, so I decided to go myself," Umaru said, puffing up before shrinking back into a small hamster.

"Alright then, go ahead."

Rei stepped aside, giving Umaru enough room to pass in the narrow staircase.

"Well, I suddenly don't feel like having Coke anymore."

"Alright then, let's head back."

Umaru: "..."

"I made a bet with my brother that I'd go buy a Coke and return. If I go back empty-handed, my brother will definitely tease me!" However, the staircase is so dark, and the night outside is so eerie, it's scary!

"Chuckle." Sensing the girl's thoughts, Rei couldn't help but laugh. Well, there was nothing urgent to do at home anyway. "I suddenly feel a bit thirsty. Would you like to buy a bottle of Coke to share?"

Hearing Rei's words, Little Umaru''s eyes instantly lit up, shining in the dark night.

"If Little Umaru wants Coke too, then let's go together."

"Great!" The hamster-shaped Little Umarul jumped up about a meter high. It was clear that the little girl had long left the realm of humans and couldn't be compared to ordinary humans anymore.

In the starless night, Rei walked ahead, and the small orange-red hamster hopped behind.

At the same time, Doppo appeared alone in the gladiatorial arena under the Tokyo Dome.

By his side were Hanma Baki, Hanayama Kaoru, Kaiou Retsu, and Shibukawa Gouki.

Five renowned masters of the underground gladiatorial arena all stood there.

Opposite them were ruthless criminals from around the world!

Tokugawa Mitsunari spread his hands, his stature short and slim, yet he stood confidently amidst this group of martial artists. "Rule Number One, there are no rules! Now, let the fights begin."

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