NASM: Chapter 103

"Tch, I didn't expect you to be so fast. I got a little careless," Rai said, spitting out some blood as he pushed himself up from the ground, a grin spreading across his face.

Ichiryu looked displeased. "Hey, kid, what's with that expression? Are you looking down on me, or what? That's a pretty disgusting look."

Rai shook his head, ignoring Ichiryu's comment. He simply brushed the dust off his clothes.

"I didn't mean anything by my expression. I just…disregard you. You're not that strong, but you're fast. That hit you landed wasn't a big deal; I just didn't see it coming," Rai said, his eyes hardening as he glared at Ichiryu.

He then drew his weapon and charged at Ichiryu, clearly intending a direct confrontation.

"Very well. I'll beat you until you beg for mercy," Ichiryu said, drawing his own weapon and charging towards Rai.

Within seconds, the two were locked in a furious exchange of blows. The battle was incredibly intense.

"I didn't expect Rai to be this strong. I underestimated him," Hiroshi commented, a smile playing on his lips as he watched the fight.

"My brother is incredibly dedicated. He wakes up early every day to train, working incredibly hard. My alarm clock is actually the sound of him training – it's super effective!" Rai's sister said, turning to Hiroshi with a bright smile.

Hiroshi nodded, smiling, and patted her head.

"I know your brother works hard, but you need to work hard too, or you won't catch up to him!" Hiroshi said kindly.

Harumiko turned to them, smiling. "Don't worry, this little sister has a lot of natural talent!"

Hiroshi nodded, and the three of them refocused their attention on the battle between Rai and Ichiryu.

"Haha! I thought you were so strong, but you're nothing special!" Rai said, creating some distance between himself and Ichiryu.

"Kid, you're thinking too simply. Don't mistake this for my full strength. Let me show you what I'm truly capable of. It'll be an eye-opener!" Ichiryu said, a confident smile on his face as he sheathed his weapon.

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