Arc 2, Chapter 36 — Decided Ranks.
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"Now then," Old man Zen's voice dripped with a chilling calmness. "As common sense has finally returned to you all... let's begin the meeting."
He then turned to look at Sayoko who's cheeks were fully stuffed with sweets like a chipmunk.
It was fascinating that when facing the group collectively, he looked as fighting as a Buddha. But when facing the little cute girl, his entire demeanor changed into a bubbly one.
"So, Sayoko, what news do you have for Grandpa?"
"Ah–"
Sayoko patted her chest heavily, swallowing the sweets in a haste. "Grampa Order Chief, Sayoko will begin now."
"Sayoko is happy to say that this year, we have a total of 27 who chose to stay back and fight. And coupled with the others from our nearby Examination Facilities, we have a total of 153 BLOODREN Tens."