Chapter 24 - Ancient Jujutsu

Rito was a bit surprised seeing Ghislaine joining them for breakfast but knowing things that her brother's life is far from common sense and gave up. Haruto shrugged seeing his reaction while they all had a simple breakfast of toast along with bacon and eggs as well as Fried rice. Ghislaine could smell the aroma and couldn't help but drool and wag her tail.

Lala giggled seeing her reaction and everyone set up tables before taking a seat. Ghislaine was surprised by the quality of the utensils and plates. She had never seen a glass cup before beside wealthy merchants and nobles. The standard of the world she was in is vastly different. She was amazed by the flavor of the meal and the unique taste of coffee that normally is milk or water.

The deviluke princess began asking questions about her and Ghislaine told her that she was surprised to learn that Lala is princess. Ghislaine was shocked when she found out the concept of Galaxy and thought that Lala was basically a daughter of a god. After breakfast, Ghilsaine returned back where everyone was surprised when she disappeared and Mikan looked at Haruto for an answer but shrugged it off before heading to their school.

"I've been meaning to ask, Lala. But how are things going?" Haruto did his usual place of hand and Lala placed her fingers on lips.

"Everything has been amazing and I get to know more about this world, especially spending time with you has been the best." Lala gave her honesty that surprised Haruto and slightly blush since he started to get attracted towards Lala. Haruto was happy seeing her happy and the thought of making her sad revolts him. This is the first time he has any relationship with someone even though the new memories didn't provide much.

"Well, if there's anything bothering you just tell me, alright?" Haruto said and Lala smiled, taking his arms wrapping herself around him. Rito saw this and felt a little bit jealous, hoping he would also experience what they are doing but he still had a hard time with Haruna.

"Hey, Rito, I know you have an issue with Haruna-chan but wanna join the dojo that Kenichi-chan and I have been training?" Haruto asked, turning his attention towards his little brother.

"I'm not sure, I don't want to leave Mikan alone back home while you train." Rito said since despite her being more mature and the one that often takes care of them still feels obligated to see her safe.

"Then, in the morning, just wake up early then you can join me." Haruto said giving no excuses in helping better himself and Rito gave it some more thoughts..

"I'll think about it, Haruto-Nii." Rito said and his brother simply nodded as they eventually arrived at their school where the class started soon after. Haruto did some miscellaneous quest that gave him some points and money. During their P.E Class, Lala and Miu showcase their unbelievable prowess accidentally showing off while the pink princess wasn't bothered that much but Miu was scared that she might lose some presents.

On the other hand, Haruto, Kenichi and Rito played some football or soccer, whichever you prefer. They were demolishing their opponent and could clearly see that Rito had some skills in sports. The coach was impressed, asking they should join the soccer team of their school but they declined.

During lunch, Haruo joined them and told information about his current opponent along with their group of Ragnarok seeing as he is currently being targeted and tested by sending the Technique Trio. He was unfazed considering he is also targeted by Lala's fiancee candidates that are a lot more troublesome to deal with than the delinquent group.

Rito was unsure if it was alright for him to get into fights with the gang but Haruto shook his head telling him that there is nothing to worry about and will win against them. Haruto thought of creating a group that can at least help spread his influences and act like some group for the weak.

"Haruo, whatever you're planning to do, make sure the group that you're thinking of making is relayed to me." Haruto knew that he was strong but the people he cared about were different therefore needed a plan to protect them. Not to mention, Haruo is reliable despite his nuisance nature.

"Hehehe really now!? Well, now that you propose it then I shall initiate my plan for worl—Gahh." Haruo couldn't finish his words when Haruto began glaring at him.

"Focus, I want you to be my informant and advisor in making the group. As much as I hate you, your skill is undeniable." Haruto might be doing the same thing as Kenichi in the story but having an organization might be beneficial.

"Alright. I'll keep you tabs on what I get." Haruto said and Rito along with Kenichi looked at him asking as if he was sure and Haruto simply said it was a way to give those who are bullied to be better and not be misguided.

After a while, the school soon ended and this time Lala didn't join them and decided to head back home and work on her Lab to quicken the pace. She is eager to give Haruto his training room and is going to ask him for another date once she finishes it. He let her go but not before receiving a kiss on the cheek surprising Miu and thought how it would feel to kiss someone you like. Miu suddenly blush wondering what she was thinking and became flustered.

Haruto and Kenichi continued their training under their Master where Akisame was teaching them about Jujutsu, also known as jujitsu, ju-jitsu, jiu-jutsu or jiu-jitsu is a Japanese martial art and a method of close combat for defeating an opponent in which one uses either a short weapon or none. It means "art of flexibility".

He took out a statue that had a Gi on and was extremely heavy considering it was made out of pure stone. Kenichi went first, struggling to even lift off the ground. Akisame explained the concept of what is needed to do the technique. Sakaki was watching them intently, taking his time to judge their character and if they are worth teaching.

"Haruto, can you show him how it is done?" Haruto nodded, walked over to the stone and grabbed the clothes of the stone. His statue was obviously bigger and a lot heavier so it was different to take it off from the ground.

"Watch closely, Kenichi." Akisame said as Kenichi didn't let his eyes out of Haruto who analyzed the weak point and center of mass since tipping over towards others can place an imbalance and force everything to crumble. Haruto did a perfect Judo Throw and slammed it to the ground.

"So what did you see Kenichi?" Akisame was impressed by Haruto's ability over Judo. Kenichi was astonished at what he saw and wondered if it was possible if he could do it.

"Kenichi-chan, you're thinking too much about strength and power. Remember this is a technique, those two factors might help but in the end knowing the technique is even more important." Haruto said seeing he was clueless because he was too fixated on how to become "Strong" when Physical isn't everything.

"He is correct, Jujutsu has always been designed for physically weak opponents and uses their size and weight as a disadvantage." Akisame said and the two went did their training without complaining where Haruto inspired his brother to push himself.

'It's good that Haruto is here as a motivator. If not then I'm sure he won't progress this much in a short time.' Akisame thought, looking at the two siblings trying their best to bring down the stone. Kenichi still struggled but was able to lift it momentarily using what he learned.

'This two are stubborn, I wonder how long the little twerp will last.' Sakaki who was watching this scene unfold and the two continued training under Kansei Ma teaching Kenichi his technique but was about to suggest Miu for demonstration.

Fortunately, Haruto knew what he was planning and volunteered. After showing Kenichi disappointment was clear in Kansei Ma's eyes but Haruto whispered in Kansei Ma while handing him a book.

"Here, you might have more use for this than me, Kansei-sensei." Kansei looked at it then opened the page where reading some of it and smiled. The book was Icha Icha Paradise, one of the books that Jiraiya from Naruto wrote. It was one of the rewards from his miscellaneous task. He had read some of it and can't deny it was good but he's not going to need it anyway.

"Huhuhu, good job, My disciple. Anyway, you two continued what I taught." Kansei sat down and started reading it while Haruto and Kenichi sparred with each other.

"Now, get ready, Kenichi-chan. Just focus on the technique and have faith in Kansei-sensei…." The two glance at Kansei having a perverted expression.

"Yeah never mind, have faith in me instead. Our sensei is a lost cause." Haruto said and Kenichi agreed as the two did the technique with each other.

"Use your whole body, Kenichi-chan. Like this." He didn't hold back and grabbed Kenichi's legs and slammed his head into his chest causing him to wince in pain.

"Gaaaah! Why did you hit me that hard!" Kenichi was coughing in pain while Haruto's face was unchanging.

"Why would it do? I ain't your babysitter, Kenichi. You don't want to remain weak, right? And I know this isn't enough to make you stay down." Haruto said and Kenichi stood back gritting his teeth. Kenichi knew the moment Haruto stopped adding Chan then he was serious and didn't want that. Haruto made sure not to break his leg and only strike his abdomen allowing him to stand back up.

"Now, do the same thing that I did. Give me everything you've got." Haruto said Kenichi did the technique, receiving it was really something else.

"Good, I knew you could do it, Kenichi-chan." Haruto said Patting his head, wincing a bit from the pain. Even though it wasn't that painful, the technique, when done right, can deliver a devastating blow. He could see the young boy from before and was proud that he was starting to get better.

Soon after training under Kansei Ma went training with Apachai who was excited. Kenichi clearly didn't want to do it but Haruto dragged him back.

"Apachai, can you move closer? I want to suggest something, first." Haruto goes to help him avoid hurting Kenichi and Apachai wholesomely suggests thinking of Kenichi as the things he doesn't want to hurt. In the end, it worked splendidly and Kenichi was able to learn without getting hurt that much. However, Haruto is vastly different when it comes to training against Apachai as the two spar.

'It's not even a week yet and he's already improved this much.' Sakaki watching afar pretending he didn't care but curious how things will go. However without Haruto using everything then he is still far from beating Apachai.

"Haaaa…haaa…this is….tiring." Haruto was once again all battered up and Apachai helped him.

"Apachai likes fighting Haruto but is it okay?" Apachai didn't like hurting him but Haruto requested to not hold back.

"I also have fun. Don't worry, I can take it but not as much as my brother." Haruto glances over Kenichi who also starts exhausted and in constant pain. He has always been the kind to fall and continue to stand back up.

"It is good that he has a brother like you." Kansei Ma said who was close by reminding him of his own family and brother.

"Uhmm thanks." Haruto said as Kenichi regained his senses and finally was able to move. And after their training went back home where Haruto went as usual.