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Chapter 8 - The Old Master vs. The Killer

The arena was silent as the old man stepped into the ring. His reputation preceded him—an undefeated master of Monkey Kung Fu, known for his ability to predict his enemies' moves with uncanny accuracy. He had once taken on an entire kingdom and emerged victorious, earning him the title of World Champion.

Across from him stood the killer, a ruthless martial arts master whose main style was Krav Maga. Known for his brutal efficiency, the killer had a dark past filled with the blood of many bad kings and an entire village he had massacred. His eyes were cold and calculating, his movements precise and deadly. The killer possessed a unique ability: when in danger, his mind could teleport to a place where time did not exist, giving him two options to win. However, this ability came with a downside—it depended on the level of danger he faced.

The referee signaled the start of the match. The killer wasted no time, launching a series of rapid attacks aimed at the old man's vital points. But the old man moved with the agility and unpredictability of a monkey, dodging each strike with ease.

The killer's frustration grew as his attacks failed to land. He had heard of the old man's legendary skills, but witnessing them firsthand was a different experience. The old man seemed to anticipate every move, countering with swift and precise strikes of his own.

The old man's Monkey Kung Fu was a sight to behold. He used low stances, acrobatic flips, and deceptive movements to keep the killer off balance. His attacks were aimed at the killer's knees, groin, throat, and eyes—vital areas that could incapacitate an opponent quickly.

The killer, realizing brute force wouldn't be enough, tried to outthink the old man. He feigned attacks, hoping to catch the old man off guard. But the old man's experience and intuition were unmatched. He saw through the killer's ploys and responded with even more ferocity.

As the fight progressed, the old man began to see a pattern in the killer's movements. He noticed that the killer often left his left side slightly exposed when he attacked. The old man decided to exploit this weakness.

Feigning a retreat, the old man suddenly lunged forward with a powerful strike to the killer's left side. The killer staggered, his defenses momentarily down. The old man seized the opportunity, delivering a series of rapid blows that left the killer reeling.

Sensing imminent defeat, the killer activated his unique ability. His mind teleported to a place where time did not exist, presenting him with two options to win. He quickly assessed the situation and chose the option that would allow him to counter the old man's next move.

Returning to the present, the killer executed his chosen strategy. He launched a surprise attack, catching the old man off guard. The old man, momentarily stunned, quickly recovered and adapted to the new threat.

The crowd watched in awe as the two fighters engaged in a fierce battle of wits and skill. The killer's ability to teleport his mind and choose winning options added an unpredictable element to the fight. However, the old man's experience and adaptability proved to be formidable.

In a final, desperate move, the killer attempted another high-risk maneuver, but the old man anticipated it perfectly. He dodged the attack and delivered a decisive blow, sending the killer crashing to the ground.

The referee began the count, and it was clear that the killer could not continue. The match was over, and the old man was declared the winner.