Nakagiya Oto's words had cast a shadow over Koda Shinmei's expression, his heart filled with melancholy.
In ancient times, it was said that mastering the literary and martial arts to serve the Emperor's Family was the best path for a martial artist. However, in modern society, martial artists no longer have many prospects: they become soldiers, security guards, bodyguards, or slowly blend into show biz, hardly ever coming to prominence.
Instead, in the Underworld where strength is revered, those with high Combat Power are more easily respected and gain status; many organizations and groups offer high regards to those exceptionally skilled in martial arts.
Thus, there is actually a deep connection between the Martial Arts World and the Underworld. For instance, Koda Shinmei, as a representative of Gangrou Style Karate in the Island Country Martial Arts World, held a high reputation, but he was also a martial arts instructor for the Guandong Association.
