After Allen walked out of the arena, a 3D image of Yujiro Hanma appeared before his eyes, and a small panel followed. This was the analysis he had performed after preventing Yujiro Hanma from touching his wrist.
Now that his matches for the day were over, Allen could calm down and choose Yujiro Hanma's abilities to evolve.
[Please select the ability to evolve: Hanma Bloodline (upgradeable), Demon Back (upgradeable), Unlimited Fighting Techniques, Combat Instinct, Toxin Resistance]
Allen unhesitatingly clicked on Hanma Bloodline. It could be said that most of Yujiro Hanma's abilities came from the Hanma Bloodline.
[Ability: Hanma Bloodline (upgradeable)]
[Evolution Condition: Defeat Yujiro Hanma (not met)]
[This is the purest Hanma Blood existing in the world, infinitely close to 100%! Possessing a naturally extraordinary physique, almost infinite stamina, and powerful recovery. After the host undergoes a secondary evolution, he can surpass Yujiro Hanma and reach 100%]
Allen looked at the information on the panel, somewhat excited. Defeating Yujiro Hanma would allow him to evolve the purity of his Hanma Bloodline to 100%.
If he were to beat up his father, Yujiro Hanma, would the Hanma Blood in him exceed 100% and become a new bloodline?
He turned and returned to the fighter's lounge. Baki was leaning on Kozue, unable to help but spit out a mouthful of fresh blood, his face frighteningly pale.
"Are you alright?" Allen asked with concern.
Baki forced a smile: "I won't lose."
At this moment, the broadcast announced: "Third match, the most formidable Poison Hand in all of China, Kaioh Ri, versus the champion from Neon, Baki Hanma!"
"Please, both fighters, enter the arena!"
"I'm going first," Baki said, bidding farewell to Allen, Kaiou Retsu, and Kozue, then dragged his weakened body towards the ring.
"You must live! Wuwuwu..." Kozue was in tears, seeing her boyfriend, even with a broken body, still insist on entering the ring, making her sob uncontrollably.
Baki Hanma and Kaioh Ri slowly entered the arena, and the announcer was introducing the fighters.
"Fighter Baki Hanma, at 17 years old, was once a classmate and is now a close friend of China's ultimate weapon, Allen, both from Tokyo Den High School. Let's see just how strong this fighting king of Neon truly is!"
"And his opponent is Kaioh Ri, our country's proud master of the 'Medicine Hard Fist.' If he lands a single punch, the opponent's condition will rapidly decline until death!"
"The match begins!"
Baki suddenly exploded, stomping his right foot and charging forward. His left leg, like a whip, lashed out at Kaioh Ri.
Kaioh Ri did not dodge, protecting his head with his hands. Baki's kick landed on his poisoned hand.
Poison Hand, hit.
Soon, a large, slightly purplish pus sac formed on Baki's foot.
He didn't hesitate to lift his leg and suck out the venom. Kaioh Ri stood still, not stopping him, just silently watching Baki extract the venom.
"Ptooey!" Baki spat out the poisoned blood and looked at Kaioh Ri.
"What? Are you waiting for me? You're really gentle," Baki said with a smile.
Kaioh Ri said nothing. He decided in his heart to end this match quickly. His opponent was already poisoned, and he did not want to take advantage of him.
He stepped forward and slowly assumed a Tai Chi Push Hands stance, signaling Baki to quickly finish the fight.
The two exchanged blows rapidly in close quarters. Baki grew weaker and weaker due to the effects of the poison, and Kaioh Ri's attacks became more and more ferocious, like a raging storm.
After a flurry of fierce attacks, Kaioh Ri's swollen poisoned hand gradually returned to normal, and all the toxins had been injected into Baki Hanma's body.
At this moment, Baki was emitting white mist all over his body, trying with all his might to deliver a final blow, but due to the sudden burst of toxins, blood gushed from his mouth, and he ultimately grazed Kaioh Ri's shoulder before collapsing unconscious.
Kaioh Ri watched the fallen Baki slowly withdraw his stance. He turned to leave the arena, but then heard a faint sound from behind him.
"It's not over yet..." Baki trembled as he pushed himself up. His skin, purple-red due to the toxins, quickly returned to normal.
"Baki is going to revive! Fighting poison with poison was successful!" Kaiou Retsu watched this scene, incredibly excited.
Yujiro Hanma, who had been standing behind everyone, finally spoke. A sinister smile appeared on his face: "Fan Haiwang, your brother cured him."
"In 1540, during the Ming Dynasty in China, the Evil Fist Poison Hand was introduced to Neon. There were seven volumes in total, and countless martial artists died under its influence."
"But the capabilities of the Chinese are not that simple. The Poison Hand is far more than seven volumes; there are five more. The first seven volumes are the 'Yin Hand,' and the latter five are the 'Yang Hand. The complete Poison Fist is formed when both Yin and Yang Hands are combined," Yujiro Hanma said unhurriedly.
"Although the Yang Hand is also called a Poison Hand, in very rare cases, the Yang Hand can actually detoxify. That is when the opponent is poisoned by an incomplete Yin Hand poison!" Kaiou Retsu added to Yujiro's statement.
"He's standing up! The Neon fighting champion, who was just lying on the ground, is standing up again!"
Baki spread his arms as if to embrace the sunlight. At this moment, after the toxins had receded from his body, he felt incredibly light, as if he could leap onto a rooftop..
"Sorry to keep you waiting. Let's begin," Baki said, resuming his fighting stance. He was full of confidence now, for he had entered a new realm.
If he continued to grow at this rate, perhaps one day he could catch up to Allen's pace!
Kaioh Ri took a deep breath and attacked again, but this time, his attacks were blocked before they could even fully form. Without his toxins, his combat power was more than halved.
The situation had completely reversed at this moment!
Every one of Kaioh Ri's attacks was effortlessly neutralized by Baki, while Baki's counterattacks became increasingly sharp.
"Bang!"
Baki landed a heavy punch on Kaioh Ri's abdomen. The master of Poison Fist was sent flying by the punch. He struggled to get up from the ground, then assumed a fighting stance.
As guardians revered by China, they could not simply fall like this. Even if he was being unilaterally crushed, Kaioh Ri had to take a few more hits before going down!
"Regardless, the poison in your body has been neutralized. The two types of toxins, Yin and Yang, have caused some kind of change within you, which is clearly not good for me."
"I've studied the Poison Hand for so many years, and this is the first time I've seen such a phenomenon. It's truly interesting," Kaioh Ri said, looking at the stronger Baki, his heart filled with uncontainable curiosity.
"Kaioh Ri, no matter your reason or motive, the fact that I can stand here healthy now is all thanks to you."
"Therefore, I will defeat you with all my strength. This is my greatest respect for you," Baki said, then flashed forward, charging at Kaioh Ri.
Kaioh Ri hastily blocked, but Baki suddenly changed his move, landing a heavy elbow strike on his chest.
"Crack!" A rib was fractured by the elbow strike.
Kaioh Ri staggered back, blood spilling from the corner of his mouth, but his eyes gleamed with excitement: "Good! That's more like it!"
Baki didn't stop, unleashing three consecutive heavy punches to Kaioh Ri's abdomen. The master of Poison Fist finally couldn't endure it, losing consciousness and standing rigidly in place. He didn't fall, but remained upright.
"Ambulance!" Baki shouted loudly, then left the arena through the passage.
"The victor has been decided! The winner, Baki Hanma!" the announcer proclaimed loudly.
The audience erupted in enthusiastic applause. Although Kaioh Ri lost, this underdog victory, this reversal battle, made their blood boil.
Although Kaioh Ri lost, he did not choose to pursue when his opponent was dealing with the toxins. Both fighters deserved respect.
In the passage of the fighter's lounge.
"Brat, you're very interesting. Want to spar?" Yujiro stared at Allen, his red hair wildly flailing, his eyes burning with fighting spirit.
Allen calmly met his gaze. Their eyes met in the air, sparks flying.
"Now is not the time. I'll let you taste defeat in the finals," Allen said calmly, then left the passage.
Yujiro watched Allen's retreating back and grinned, a characteristic sinister smile on his face: "I'll be waiting patiently."
He decided to enjoy a sweet treat before his delicious feast. Yujiro Hanma turned and walked towards Baki Hanma's lounge.
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