Chapter 401 - Denying Rumors (1/2)

Li Dong played a total of three boxing matches in the course of the night.

He defeated all three adult boxers in a short period of time, causing the audience to cheer wildly.

As Satoshi video recorded the proceedings of the three games, she felt her body trembling, and her eyes filling with tears.

17 years old.

Touki was only 17 years old.

However, he was already shouldering such tremendous pressure in order to survive. He was fighting in the grown-up world before way before his time, feeding himself by using his fists tenaciously. He fought for his survival by enduring the risk of getting hurt.

In contrast, as someone whose only job was to study seriously, her life seemed hundreds of times more blessed than his.

Her heart ached so much that her tears began to fall.

After the game was over, Touki took Satoshi home.

“Actually, I don’t intend to do this job until the end of time.

“I have to give my all to defeat at least three opponents every day, just to get the $100 prize money per win. If I lose, I get nothing.

“I am very strong and I haven’t lost a single match so far. I have knocked down more than a thousand opponents, but I am not happy about it. Because each win means that I’ve hurt someone once. I cause pain for others and create painful memories for them… I’m a total villain.

“However, I have no choice but to do this for tuition, living expenses, and survival. I can only stop causing injury to others when I get excellent results and enroll in a university that provides a full scholarship. Then I will be able to apologize to those whom I’ve defeated and start my new life.

“Now, all of my plans have been destroyed by the rumors. The school does not object to students doing part-time work, but they are absolutely against students fighting in underground boxing matches. Once the truth is announced, I’ll probably lose this well-paying job.

“But this is a good thing, anyway. This way, I can at least stop causing injury to others, and my heart feels much lighter now. It’s just that my income from other part-time jobs will be significantly lower, and the coming days will be difficult.

“Ah… in short, there are pros and cons. A path will appear under my feet as long as I keep moving forward,” Li Dong said with a sigh.

His tone was one of helplessness and relief.

“Touki, you…you have a really hard life!”

Satoshi’s sympathy exploded from her, and she sobbed loudly. “It’s much too difficult for you to live alone. I will take care of you, I will help you! Let me be your support! I can’t give you money, but I can bring you an extra-large bento box every day.”

“Nah, I’m fine.” Li Dong waved his hand. “No matter what, I can support myself without any problems. You don’t have to worry about this. Also, I’m very grateful to you. Thank you for your trust in me. Especially when rumors are flying around like this, this precious trust is better than anything. Thank you very much.”

“It’s not like that, Touki!”

Unexpectedly, Satoshi became more agitated, and her tears flowed even more freely. “I’d also believed those rumors before today and had suspicions about you! I am a despicable person who has no opinions. I’m someone who just follows the herd… I am not worthy of your trust. I don’t deserve the word ‘trust’!”

Looking at Denen Satoshi, Li Dong saw that she was completely serious. He was stunned.

He reached out and patted her head with his hand, smiling. “What a straightforward girl. Maybe that’s why my first thought was to ask for your help.”

“Ah…”

Satoshi stared blankly at him, and a flush came over her cheeks.

…

The next day.

A shocking video spread quickly within Xihai No. 3 High School.

“The truth of Touki’s part-time work. The scene of three physical struggles in a row. You’ll regret if you don’t watch this”—This title was enough to garner much attention, causing a strong urge to pay attention to the video.

Very quickly, there were countless students asking for the source of the video.

“Hehe, Touki, let me see the heroic pose of your struggles.”

“It’s Touki indeed. Three consecutive fights in one night for several months in a row, yet his body has not collapsed. Besides the ability to endure pain, he must also have superior skills. This is something worth learning.”

“I’m so excited! I really admire this video of our classmate participating in the competition. The main character of this story is right near us. There is a most unusual kind of excitement that makes my blood race.”