Eddie Cai was also panting heavily; this large-scale expenditure significantly drained his stamina, especially since he also had to circulate his Qi Energy to attack, which made things even more troublesome.
Vice laughed continuously, appearing somewhat manic. "Haha! That was exhilarating! It's been a long time since I met someone so interesting. That was great. Let's fight again once I recover!"
Eddie Cai looked suspiciously at the cold, Mature woman beside him. "Mature, who is she? Is something wrong here?" He finished by pointing to his head.
Mature was amused and struggled to maintain her image as a cool, Mature woman. "You're the one with something wrong in your head. Her name is Vice, my good sister. She has a Master's degree in Business Administration, so don't think you can bully her. Alright, I've taught you everything I intended to teach. I'm leaving now."
"Wait, leave me your number. I'd like to consult with you again if I get the chance." Eddie Cai revealed his little scheme.
Mature's beautiful eyes scrutinized Eddie Cai, shifting with a teasing smile. "I don't like men younger than me, little brother. Maybe if fate brings us together again!"
Waving her hand, Mature left with Vice. Although they were just walking, they disappeared rapidly. Her strength was truly an enigmatic existence!
"Actually, what I wanted to ask was, how do I get back?" Eddie Cai was speechless.
Subconsciously utilizing the Magnetic Field Effect to float, he unexpectedly sensed a trace of natural aura.
This was the aura of Mature's Orochi Power. Her attribute was instant death, which was why Eddie Cai was able to accurately track the rapidly attacking and fast-moving Vice.
After finding the way back, Eddie Cai returned to the city, planning to find Mai Shiranui to cash in the prize ticket together. That Queen of Balls Senior Sister would probably be overjoyed.
Meanwhile, on the other side, Mature was supporting Vice. Vice, who had been holding strong moments before, finally couldn't bear it anymore and kept spitting up blood, clearly having sustained serious injuries.
"I told you not to overexert yourself. What do you think of that guy's strength?" Mature asked, her eyes flickering.
"Not bad, a decent toy. Hmph, as long as Goenitz lives, it's hard for us to make our own choices. I'm already disgusted with this life; I want freedom." Vice was very bold, speaking whatever came to mind without any reservations.
"Heh heh, you certainly are daring. I feel the same way. Before that, we need to find an ally. If we can make Goenitz fall into the cycle of reincarnation, it would take centuries for him to awaken again." Mature said with a smile.
Not everyone in the Hakkesshu is dedicated to serving Orochi; at least, they don't want to die, and they think this colorful world is quite nice.
Who would willingly die when they can live? Except for those extremely foolish people.
"That man might become our chess piece. Aren't you the mastermind? I'll leave him to you." Vice snorted. The physique of the Orochi Clan was starting to take effect, and her injuries were rapidly healing.
Chapter 661: Proposing to Mai Shiranui
Back in the city, just as he returned to the Dojo, a fan flew straight toward him. This time, Eddie Cai easily watched the fan slow down in his vision, finally catching it effortlessly. "I'm back!"
"Hmph! So you remember to come back? Were you out looking for some vixen?" Mai Shiranui, wearing a kimono, angrily demanded with her hands on her hips, like a wife questioning her husband who stayed out all night.
"Of course not. I met a strange priest. Although he hid it well, I could sense that he was also a formidable Fighter. Furthermore, he introduced me to two very capable female Fighters. I nearly got beaten up, but luckily, I claimed I was a beginner and escaped disaster." Eddie Cai spun his lies seamlessly.
Mai Shiranui blinked, seeming to reserve her doubts about his story. "Hmph, did that require you to stay out all night?"
"Uh, actually, I have some good news to tell you." Eddie Cai suddenly acted mysterious.
Sure enough, Mai Shiranui's curiosity was piqued, and a hint of wonder flashed across her beautiful face. "What good news?"
"I won the first prize in the lottery! I checked, and after deducting taxes, we have at least five hundred million. Now our Dojo can last for a very long time. Isn't that great news!" Eddie Cai said, pulling out the lottery ticket.
"Really? Let me check." Mai Shiranui swiftly pulled out today's newspaper to match the numbers, muttering them aloud, her beautiful eyes wide with shock.
"Is this real?" Mai Shiranui's voice trembled slightly.
Eddie Cai nodded confidently. "Of course! I told you my luck has always been excellent."
Mai Shiranui held the ticket, her heart racing. Her beautiful eyes watched Eddie Cai for a long time. His clear gaze held no impurities; it was utterly innocent, like a newborn baby.
Eddie Cai didn't know that the Natural Energy he possessed after purging negative emotions elevated his intrinsic charm. When facing pure nature, everyone couldn't help but develop a favorable impression of him, or at least they wouldn't make things difficult for him. This kind of temperament was subtle, and the longer one spent time with him, the easier it was to be influenced.
Mai Shiranui extended her delicate hand and returned the ticket. "This is yours. Don't worry about the Dojo. Your money is your money. I will find a way."
She neither became greedy nor bowed her head for money. Mai Shiranui's excellent upbringing taught her when to strive for something and when to let go.
Eddie Cai didn't take it back. Instead, he smiled and said, "Aren't we family? Senior Sister, if one day I recover my memories and find out many things about myself, would you still be willing to treat me as family?"
Mai Shiranui was slightly taken aback. Suddenly feeling pity for the man before her, she smiled and said, "Of course. I will be your Senior Sister for life."
"What about besides Senior Sister? Girlfriend? Wife?" Eddie Cai pressed his advantage.
"I don't know." Mai Shiranui turned her head away, neither refusing nor objecting.
"Senior Sister, you feel uncomfortable accepting this money from me, right? I have an idea that will allow you to accept this money with a clear conscience, and it will also give me a proper reason to give you the money." Eddie Cai suddenly proposed.
Mai Shiranui raised her head and asked gently with a look of confusion, "What suggestion?"
"Be my fiancée. That way, we'll be an almost married couple. You can use this money to maintain the Dojo's expenses, and I can take on the responsibility of passing down the Shiranui Style. Two birds with one stone—isn't this a great suggestion?" Eddie Cai proposed his internally "dirty" suggestion, though outwardly it sounded very positive.
"Ah! What nonsense are you talking about? Fiancée? No way." Mai Shiranui exclaimed excitedly, then quietly explained, "Marriage is a matter for the parents to decide; it requires Grandfather's approval."
Well, Mai Shiranui really was an extremely traditional woman. This kind of naturally seductive yet incredibly obedient traditional woman was truly rare. Two completely opposite traits appeared in the same person and merged perfectly without any sense of contradiction, which was indeed surprising.
Perhaps this was the charm of a woman. The so-called Vixen Daji must have been a woman like this.
"You said it! I'm going to find Master right now!" Eddie Cai's eyes lit up, and he immediately went to find Hanzo Shiranui.
Mai Shiranui stamped her foot and shyly retreated into her room.
In the main hall, Eddie Cai informed Hanzo Shiranui about his proposal to Mai Shiranui.
Hanzo Shiranui looked surprised. "You've only known each other for a few days, and you already want to propose? Isn't that a bit sudden?"
Eddie Cai nodded. "Young people need to be quick! We should do what we want while we're young!"
Hanzo Shiranui sighed. "Alright, young people certainly have spirit. You are only just starting on the path of a Fighter. You need to practice and convince me that you are qualified to be the head of the Shiranui Style before I can entrust Mai to you."
"That sounds quite simple, Master. Come on, teach me fighting techniques! I'm ready!" Eddie Cai stood up, clenched his fists, and looked full of youthful vigor.
Life seemed to gradually settle down again. Mai Shiranui, however, changed from her previous fiery temperament, becoming very gentle and considerate, possessing a Nadeshiko-style virtue.
Eddie Cai, meanwhile, diligently cultivated his fighting techniques, learning with a humble attitude, devoid of any high-and-mighty disdain.
As a scientist, Eddie Cai clearly understood the importance of attitude. If one studied with a disdainful mindset, it would merely be for show. If he was inherently contemptuous, why bother learning?
Only with a humble attitude could he truly grasp the essence.
During the day, he learned fighting moves, and at night, his rapidly operating brain analyzed and simplified the techniques, integrating them into a rhythm that suited him.
After studying for a period, Eddie Cai somewhat understood why Fighters possessed such immense destructive power.
It was all due to Qi Energy. Mysterious Qi Energy, when channeled through a specific Style Cultivation Method, could infinitely amplify power. Ordinary Fighters all trained their bodies to a high level before they could wield such ferocious power; no Fighter was a weakling with poor physical fitness! A strong body was key. Even the seemingly delicate Mai Shiranui could lift five hundred pounds without effort!
Chapter 662: Cashing the Prize with Senior Sister
Eddie Cai discovered something very interesting: whether it was the Orochi Clan's Vice or the gradually declining Shiranui Style, their fighting techniques were far from perfect, even somewhat rudimentary.
This was also why Eddie Cai could defeat Vice using the unpretentious Wing Chun. These fighting techniques were more about showcasing one's raw power.