Chapter 3 : ''The Showman''

Scene 1: The Arena

A bustling village marketplace centered around a makeshift fighting arena. Villagers cheer as a heated match unfolds in the center of the dusty ring.The village Shadestone, sat a little south between Tashara Jungle and the Western Forest. The village once nearly destroyed by Akuma, had been mostly rebuilt in recent years.

The crowd roared, the energy in the air almost tangible. Kenshi stood in the middle of the arena, spiky blond hair glinting in the sunlight. His sleeveless orange gi was scuffed from the fight, but the confident grin on his face hadn't wavered. Across from him, a burly man with massive muscles staggered to his feet, clutching his side.

Kenshi: "C'mon, big guy! You're not giving up already, are you?" His voice carried easily over the noise, drawing laughter and cheers from the audience.

The man roared and charged forward, swinging his arms in a wide arc. Kenshi ducked effortlessly, stepping to the side with a flourish before delivering a spinning kick to the man's back. The crowd erupted in applause as the burly man hit the dirt.

Kenshi: (bowing theatrically) "Thank you, thank you! You've been a wonderful audience."

The villagers laughed and clapped as Kenshi struck a pose, flexing his arms. He basked in the attention, his grin widening.

Scene 2: The Arrival of the Team

Ryu, Yuka, and Denki push through the crowd, reaching the edge of the arena.

Denki: (grinning) "This guy really knows how to put on a show, doesn't he?"

Yuka: (sighs) "Same Kenshi as always. Flashy, arrogant, but effective."

Ryu: (arms crossed) "Let's see if he's as strong as he is loud."

As the dust settled, Kenshi leaped out of the arena and landed gracefully in front of them. His grin widened as he recognized Yuka.

Kenshi: "Well, well! If it isn't the queen of discipline herself. And you've brought friends!" His gaze shifted to Ryu and Denki. "The guy with the spikey hair… Ryu, right? And Green Lightning over here must be Denki."

Denki: (snickering) "Green Lightning? That's a new one."

Yuka: "Kenshi, we need to talk."

Kenshi: "Oh, I'm sure you do. But what brings you here? Did you miss me?" As He remembered there time at a martial arts tournament , in the village of Kaidara.

Ryu: (sternly) "We're here because Akuma has returned."

The playful grin faded from Kenshi's face. His expression turned serious for the first time.

Kenshi: "Akuma… So the rumors are true."

Scene 3: The Challenge:

Kenshi crosses his arms, his cocky demeanor returning.

Kenshi: "Well, if you need my help, you know what that means."

Yuka: (groaning) "Let me guess. You want to fight first."

Kenshi: "Bingo! If I'm going to team up with you lot, I need to know you're up to my level."

Denki: (rolling his eyes) "You're still as dramatic as ever."

Kenshi: "And you're still as grumpy as ever. So, who's stepping into the ring? Yuka? Ryu? Or you, Green Lightning?"

Ryu stepped forward, his gaze steady. "I'll do it."

Kenshi: "spikey haired guy, huh? Alright. Don't hold back. I won't."

Scene 4: Kenshi vs. Ryu

Setting: The crowd clears out, forming a ring around the two fighters. Yuka and Denki watch from the sidelines.

Kenshi and Ryu circled each other, tension crackling in the air. Kenshi's grin was wide, confident.

Kenshi: "Last chance to back out, Ryu."

Ryu: (calmly) "I'm not backing down."

With a burst of speed, Kenshi launched forward, throwing a series of Fiery punches. Ryu dodged and blocked with precision, his focus unshaken.

Denki: (to Yuka)as he raised an eyebrow ''Well thats new!''

Yuka nodded.''Kenshi's always been attuned to fire energy, but hes definitely gotten stronger.''

Yuka: (to Denki) "This is going to take a while."

Denki: "Ryu's too patient. Kenshi's going to push his buttons any second now."

Kenshi leapt back, his fists glowing faintly. "Not bad! But let's see how you handle this!"

He charged again, feinting left before delivering a powerful uppercut. Ryu slid back, barely managing to block in time. His golden aura began to flare as he channeled his energy.

Ryu: "You wanted my best. Here it is."

He unleashed a wave of golden energy that Kenshi dodged at the last second, the ground shaking from the impact. The fight continued, the two warriors pushing each other to their limits.

Finally, Ryu landed a decisive strike, sending Kenshi sprawling to the ground. The crowd cheered as the dust settled.

Scene 5: Kenshi Joins the TeamSetting: Kenshi sits on the ground, laughing as he wipes blood from his lip.

Kenshi: "Not bad, Ryu. Not bad at all."

Ryu: "Does that mean you're in?"

Kenshi: (grinning) "Of course. I can't let you guys have all the fun."

Yuka: (shaking her head) "Still as insufferable as ever."

Denki: "Yeah, but at least he's useful."

As the group prepares to leave, Kenshi claps Ryu on the shoulder.

Kenshi: "You've got guts, spikey haired guy. I think we'll get along just fine."

Yuka: "We've got one more to find. Sakura."

Kenshi: "The kid, huh? This should be interesting."

The chapter ends with the group heading toward the forest where Sakura trains, setting up her introduction in the next chapter.