Dojo 2

'Is this the place?' He thought as he looked up.

After walking for a few minutes, Kimihito finally arrived at his destination. Right now, in front of his eyes was a hill with a waterfall on the front side. He also could see a building that looked like a dojo situated on top of a hill. Before getting there, it seems like he must climb hundreds of stairs.

'Seems like this is the place' He started walking slowly up the stairs.

While walking, Kimihito also surveyed his surroundings. He admits the scenery here is quite good, besides that it also has a calming atmosphere. And without realizing it, it turned out he had arrived at the last stairs leading to the dojo building. In front of him looks a distinctive Japanese-style dojo building.

"Excuse me!" He shouted, hoping that someone would hear his screams.

'Could it be that the dojo master is still out?'

The reason Kimihito came so early was because, most likely the dojo master of this dojo was still inside, and if he had come at noon, the master of this dojo might be out. Even though it sounded impolite to go to someone's place so early, it was better than him having to come over and over again.

"Wait a minute, I'll be there."

As Kimihito was about to call again, suddenly he heard someone's voice from inside the dojo. Judging from the voice, he could tell that the master of this dojo was an old man. Not long after, the dojo door opened and revealed an old man in front of him.

"Oh? Does the Hero Association need anything?" Asked the old man suddenly while frowning.

"Hero Association?" Meanwhile, Kimihito did not understand what the old man was asking.

"Hmm? Am I wrong?"

"It seems so..."

Seeing the young man's reaction in front of him, the old man widened his eyes and then suddenly laughed. "Ahahaha! Looks like I'm getting senile!"

'What's with this old man?' Kimihito thought, wondering if it was true that the old man in front of him was indeed the master of that dojo.

However, Kimihito wasn't stupid enough to underestimate the old man in front of him. He could tell the old man in front of him was not a ordinary old man. His fighting instincts said that the person in front of him was powerful and stronger than him.

"Are you the master of this dojo?"

"Hm? Indeed, this is my family's dojo."

"Is what is written on this pamphlet true?" Kimihito asked.

Kimihito then gave the pamphlet to the old man. He wanted to confirm whether the information was accurate because some pranksters might spread false information. Especially considering the dojo's reputation was already bad, it was only natural to use it as a joke.

"..."

There was no longer any need for the old man to read the contents of the familiar pamphlet in his hand. After all, he already knew very well what was written there. Besides, he was the one who had made the pamphlet.

"If the information is correct, I would like to join in this dojo," Kimihito said suddenly.

When hearing Kimihito's words, the old man was immediately shocked. "Th-this… I-is this real?!"

So shocked, the old man didn't know what else to say. Kimihito's words just now were like a sudden miracle and hope. Unknowingly, the old man smiled broadly as he stared at the young man in front of him.

"What's the wrong old man? Is there something wrong?"

" Nothing, it's just... I think I'm dreaming right now."

"Ehem." Fake coughing to bring back the focus of their conversation, the old man then said, " If that's what you're here for, we can talk about it inside."

***

Kimihito could see a wide wooden floor inside the dojo without any furniture and only one calligraphy painting on the wall. Simple, that's the word that will be on everyone's mind when they are in there.

"Shall we start with introductions? I'm Bang," Said the old man named Bang.

Bang is an elderly man and walks with a slight bunch in his back. He has light gray eyes and tan skin. He has spiked white hair, thick white eyebrows, and a thick mustache. He wears a long-sleeved black martial arts jumpsuit, and light-colored pants. By taking a glance at his appearance, everyone will know that he is not an ordinary old man.

"Um, I'm Kimihito Kurusu and I live in Yuragi-sou." Kimihito replied casually.

"Yuragi-sou? You mean that haunted inn?"

"Umm... Because the cost is cheap, I chose that place to stay for a while." His answer told Bang the reason why Kimihito lived there.

"Indeed... I heard the cost of living there is cheap..."

Yuragi-sou, no one in the surrounding area doesn't know about it. Bang has no exception, who has lived in the area for a long time. However, he only knew about the haunted inn. Other than that, he didn't know any more profound about the matter about that.

Looking at Bang in front of him, Kimihito then asked, "So, have I been accepted as a disciple here?"

"Huh, are you sure?" Bang asked with a sharp look and a serious expression.

"You mean?"

"You must have heard the story about this dojo, right?"

Bang does not have a single disciple in his dojo after the incident. It was true that he had the desire to acquire a new disciple. But on the other hand, he also didn't want to cover up the bad incidents at his dojo in the past. Right now, he just wanted to make sure that the young man in front of him was earnest about joining his dojo.

Seeing Bang's serious gaze directed right at him, Kimihito immediately said his reason for coming here clearly. "My goal here is to practice martial arts, that's all."

"Hm? Hahahaha..." Bang laughed after Kimihito's answer. Honestly, he didn't think he would easily get a disciple with such a strong will.

"Kimihito-kun, right?

"Um."

"I will accept you as my disciple, but…."

"???"

Kimihito's enthusiasm was suddenly paused when he heard Bang didn't accept him directly as his disciple. He wondered what reason Bang didn't accept him right away. However, he did not ask Bang and interrupted his speech but preferred to remain silent and listen.

"I have some conditions. How? Do you want to hear it?" Bang said with a severe look.

"I'll listen."

Bang nodded after hearing Kimihito's answer, then he started to explain. "Since you will be my only disciple, I will train you so hard. After teaching you everything, you must become a Hero."

Seeing an opportunity, Bang will not waste it. He didn't know if Kimihito would absorb everything he was about to be taught. However, this time, he will guide his disciple more seriously, so he wouldn't rebel like his former disciple. Moreover, he has no other activities besides his job as a Hero.

The reason behind Bang's second condition asking Kimihito to become a Hero is quite simple. He wanted to make sure he didn't stray, and also, it was for his dojo promotion. Kimihito is still young while he is an old man. Maybe there will be more people who are interested in joining his dojo after seeing a young man like Kimihito practice his martial arts style

'Under such conditions...'

"I accept it." He answered quickly, agreeing to the conditions that Bang gave.

After listening to Bang's terms, Kimihito didn't think much of it. He didn't mind that Bang would train him hard and order him to become a Hero. By becoming a Hero, he can also earn money to live in the city longer. After all, he needed a job right now, and the money his parents gave him was also running low.

"Then how much will it cost?" Kimihito asked because it was only natural to pay for his training fees.

"I don't need your money."

"Eh?! Are you serious?"

"Um." Bang nodded.

Of course, Kimihito was immediately surprised when he heard what Bang said. He didn't expect that he wouldn't pay a penny to be able to practice martial arts at Bang's dojo. Of course, he wouldn't refuse if it was Bang's wish. And more importantly, he will be able to save the remaining money he has with it.

"I'm very old... My only wish is to be able to pass on all that I have learned."

"..."

Hearing Bang's reasons made Kimihito respect him as a martial arts master who devoted his entire life to martial arts. It is very difficult to find people like Bang, and maybe even almost impossible. But fortunately, Kimihito was lucky to meet Bang and learn martial arts from him.

"You can also stay and eat here if you want."

"Thank you, but I will stay at Yuragi-sou." Of course, Kimihito refused.

Even though Kimihito didn't pay a penny, he preferred to stay at Yuragi-sou. That's because there are many things he likes, such as hot springs, Chitose's cooking, and of course the residents of Yuragi-sou. It was normal for him to prefer to live with beautiful girls than with an old man alone. It might sound a little harsh, but all young men would definitely choose it that way.

"I won't force it if that's what you want... Wait, I'll get something. Just wait a moment."

Bang then left Kimihito. Before long, he had returned with something in his hand. "Try this," Bang said while giving what he brought.

"This..."

"That's the dojo's uniform. You can change in the next room."

Kimihito then immediately headed to the room Bang pointed to it. He also couldn't wait to try on his new uniform. When he was already in the room, he immediately took off the clothes he was currently wearing and changed into his new uniform. After trying to put it on, he then saw his changed self.

Right now, Kimihito is back with changed clothes. He wore a black jacket and long pants previously. But now, he is seen wearing a white karate gi with a white belt. He was ready to receive lessons from Bang.

"Hmm… Looks like it fits."

When Bang looked Kimihito up and down, he noticed something on his new disciple's body. Especially on his chest, Bang can see a reasonably large incision scar there.

"Have you ever fought before?" Bang asked while looking at the scar on Kimihito's chest.

"I used to often fight with wild animals in the forest," Kimihito answered as he recalled his past experience.

"Wild animal? Why?"

"Perhaps out of boredom, I also tried adapting their fighting style."

Although it has a different body structure between each animal and also himself. However, Kimihito tries to imitate the fighting style of each of these animals, from those that use the strength of their hand, feet, even those that take advantage of the surrounding area. At first, it was enough, but he didn't give up on it and eventually perfected everything and created his own brute martial arts style.

"Interesting... Then, show me what you got out of all that effort." Bang said with a smile.

Bang didn't expect to get such a shocking disciple. As a martial arts master with long experience, Bang certainly knows Kimihito is not an ordinary person just by looking at his body. Through Kimihito's words, Bang can conclude that his mentality has also been formed. Bang thought it would be easy for him to learn all about his martial arts style with just a little effort.

"You mean by duels?"

"Of course, there's no easier way than that," Bang answered casually.

"Don't worry, I'll just hold on." He added.

"Bang!"

As Kimihito and Bang were about to start, suddenly, a voice came from the front door of the dojo.