JacQuarius's investment in his team of private investigators paid off swiftly as he gained comprehensive knowledge of Los Angeles's underworld within a mere two days. With this information, he grasped the gravity of the city's street dynamics, including the resurgence and consolidation of its main gangs amid escalating chaos.
The intelligence gathered by his female investigators highlighted the profound impact of leveraging interpersonal dynamics to extract critical information. Men, drawn to the allure of female companionship, divulged valuable details during moments of intimacy—a strategic advantage JacQuarius deftly capitalized on.
Through this approach, JacQuarius acquired detailed insights into the composition of the city's gang landscape. The five primary gangs—Crips, Bloods, Hoovers, Asian Boyz, and the Mexican Mafia—had seen a consolidation of their ranks, with subsidiary factions reuniting under their main banners due to heightened crime and casualties.
He realized the pros and cons of each gang. The Hoovers were the strongest but they had a lot of inner turmoil. The Bloods were the smartest, but also the brokest. The Crips had the most members, but due to the many former subsidiary sets of their gang, a lot of them had no loyalty to each other. The Asian Boyz and Mexican Mafia had similar pros they both had outstanding loyalty for their fellow gang members, but the cons were their smaller numbers.
JacQuarius entertained the idea of uniting the gangs to form his own militia, but swiftly dismissed it due to concerns over gang members' lack of loyalty and potential internal conflicts that could sabotage his plans in the long run. Establishing a cohesive militia among such disparate groups seemed impractical and risky.
Instead of pursuing this risky venture, JacQuarius focused on addressing a specific issue with the Hoovers, who had disrespected him and possessed something he extremely desired, the Qi Wyrm egg. After careful consideration, he devised a strategic plan to achieve his objective. Utilizing his team of private investigators (PIs), he orchestrated a scheme to incentivize the Crips and Bloods to create a disturbance at the Hoovers' establishment.
Following the orchestrated incidents, the Figueroa Shop Of Wonders temporarily closed for repairs, relieving JacQuarius of concerns about the Qi Wyrm falling into unwanted hands.
With these matters resolved, JacQuarius prepared for the important enlistment tournament at Fort Irwin. After attending to his business affairs, including managing his PIs and overseeing his newly acquired enterprises, JacQuarius and his team departed promptly, utilizing efficient travel arrangements to ensure they arrived punctually for the tournament.
Upon arriving at Fort Irwin, JacQuarius and his companions were greeted by a picturesque scene of suburban streets lined with beautiful two-story homes juxtaposed with the presence of military weaponry and patrols, including tanks and armored vehicles. The contrast between the idyllic setting and the militarized environment was striking.
Their first stop was Mount Blackie, where they promptly registered for the tournament. Despite California's large population, the number of registered participants was surprisingly low for the 16-participant, double elimination bracket spanning 30 battles over a month-long period.
The stakes were high, with the top 8 finishers earning enlistment into the military. JacQuarius, however, aspired for more than just a standard soldier's position. He aimed to distinguish himself and secure a higher rank, ideally aspiring to be a Sergeant to wield influence and leverage within the military ranks.
After completing their registration, they proceeded to their assigned housing. However, as JacQuarius walked, he couldn't shake a lingering sense of unease. Eventually, after Kiyomi and Tela entered the household, he stepped back outside.
"I know you're out there! Come out before I get on bad timing nigga! Pop-out or get popped up!" JacQuarius yelled outside, attempting to persuade the stalker into showing themself.
A woman with blonde hair emerged from a nearby bush and approached him. She greeted him with warmth and a hint of admiration.
"Black Dragon, sir, I apologize for following and observing you like this. I recognize who you are, and I'm a bit of a fan. It's truly a pleasure to meet you!" Her smile conveyed genuine enthusiasm.
"Bitch, Who The Fuck Are You!?!" JacQuarius replied angrily. He doesn't trust her at all, especially due to his bad history.
She was undeterred by JacQuarius's hostility, introducing herself with genuine enthusiasm. "I'm Adalina. I'm here for the tournament too. If I had known you were registering, I would have extended a warmer welcome. I hope we can start on good terms. I'd rather not have any bad blood after I end up defeating you!" Her confidence was unwavering.
"Defeat me? Bitch you sound dumber than a rock with down syndrome!" JacQuarius replied before snapping his fingers.
After snapping his fingers, Jimmy materialized behind Adalina and attempted to slash her into pieces. However, Adalina effortlessly dodged the attack with a graceful high jump backflip, landing skillfully on Jimmy's back.
"So this is the legendary Tenfold Dragon that you obtained, huh? Interesting!" Adalina remarked with a smile, unfazed by the sudden aggression.
JacQuarius's anger flared at her nonchalant reaction, fueled by suspicion over her intentions. He doubted the sincerity of her admiration, considering his controversial reputation and imminent involvement in potentially catastrophic events.
Realizing the need to assess Adalina's true motives, JacQuarius ceased his aggression and confronted her directly. "Alright, I'll cease this test. Now, Adalina, what are your intentions? I highly doubt you're here just to make friends. Speak openly, or I'll consider you an enemy," he declared with bold resolve.
"I have no ulterior motives, I just wanted to meet you. You're practically a celebrity, you single-handedly destroyed a major city in Japan with a single attack and escaped! You're now labeled as a terrorist worldwide, but the USA openly defends you and refuses to hand you over to Japan, you're awesome!" She praised, as she began to sit down crisscross apple sauce on Jimmy.
Flaw!
Boom, JacQuarius immediately swapped places with Jimmy! He grabbed her by her throat, using all his strength really trying to kill her! JacQuarius then began activating a skill, his Dragon Qi started rapidly depleting!
"Bitch, you aint no fucking fan! Think I'm stupid, who do you work for? Tell me now and I'll spare your life." JacQuarius yelled as he activated his skill.
As an Ancient Dragon spirit materialized around JacQuarius, Adalina instantly recognized the activation of his famed skill, Draconic Annihilation. The atmosphere crackled with tension as the imminent threat of a draconic meteor loomed.
However, before the draconic meteor could manifest, a Platinum rank cultivator intervened swiftly, appearing before JacQuarius. With a decisive karate chop, the cultivator forced JacQuarius to release Adalina from his grip.
"As long as you're in Fort Irwin, no battles shall take place outside of the tournament! Leave your conflicts outside this military area, or you both will face arrest and charges of treason and war crimes. Do you understand?" The Platinum rank cultivator's voice carried immense authority, fixing JacQuarius with a steely gaze.
"Yes, Sir!" Adalina responded resolutely, affirming her compliance and understanding of the strict rules governing their conduct within the military grounds.
"Nigga fuck you!" JacQuarius yelled as he turned around and started walking in the house.
The tense standoff escalated as the Platinum Rank Cultivator charged at JacQuarius, fueled by a sense of disrespect and confrontation. However, JacQuarius remained resolute, unfazed by the imminent threat, and ready to deploy his newly acquired skills if necessary.
As the cultivator closed in, intent on attacking JacQuarius, the Ancient Dragon Spirit intervened with a powerful roar, summoning a meteor that crashed down between them, halting the impending assault.
"We sneaking niggas now huh!?!" JacQuarius retorted, activating his enhancement skill in response to the escalating confrontation.
Now face to face with the Platinum Rank Cultivator, JacQuarius stood firm, prepared for any outcome. He had contingencies in place, ready to react decisively if the situation worsened.
Without a word, the cultivator charged forward, the tension mounting as the confrontation unfolded in the shadow of looming conflict.