"Everywhere is in tatters."
The naked Saitama returned to his new home, opened the door, and patted the dust on his body: "Anyway, I have to buy shoes and clothes first..."
"You're back."
KING has returned to the house and is playing the game console he brought from his room: "Has the riot been resolved? As expected of the Saitama family..." Halfway through, KING turned around and saw Saitama, who was also missing his underwear, and was silent for a moment. : "... It seems that the battle is very fierce."
Saitama rummaged through his new home for a long time and finally found his bankbook: "No... Actually there was no fight."
"Want to go shopping for clothes and shoes?"
Seeing that Saitama was about to go out like this, KING quickly called out to him: "If you don't mind, I can give you some of my old clothes. It's a bit too ostentatious for Saitama to go out on the street naked like this."
"Ah, really?"
Saitama looked down at himself: "... He does look like a pervert."
"Wait for me a moment."
KING put down the game console in his hand and walked out of the house, then turned back to Saitama and said, "It just so happens that there are newly released figures and games to buy today, so I'll do it with you."
After a while, KING came back.
He also held several sets of clothes and shoes in his hands.
It fits quite well.
"Ah, thank you."
Saitama put on his clothes and tried to move a little: "You are so kind, KING."
"Actually, there are other things I want to tell you."
KING smiled and waved his hands, then put on his hat and mask, and went out with Saitama: "But before that, let's buy something first... By the way, Saitama, do you want to buy a doghouse?"
"Ah, okay."
Saitama then remembered that he had picked up a dog and brought it home: "How much does it cost for a doghouse?"
"The high-end ones cost about 50,000 yuan..."
KING thought for a while and continued: "Normally, around 10,000 or 20,000 will be enough..."
“…”
The atmosphere suddenly solidified.
Saitama suddenly laughed a little guiltily: "... If you think about it carefully, you can probably make a doghouse yourself."
KING nodded: "Okay."
…
Taking the train dedicated to the Hero Association, Saitama and KING went to the busiest commercial street in Z city.
Although Saitama used to live not far from here.
However, because the items for sale did not arouse Saitama's interest, he came here for the first time today.
Went to the bank to withdraw money first.
I walked to one shopping mall and walked around for a while.
There are shops selling animation, comics, video games, and figurine peripherals everywhere. KING seems to be familiar with this place. He found a large-looking chain store and walked in. He said something to the boss.
Saitama was standing outside, casually looking at the exhibits placed in the cabinet.
After a while, KING came out, carrying two convenience bags in his hands.
"Is Saitama also interested in the figure?"
KING followed Saitama's eyes and glanced at the display window, and then explained to him: "These are very collectible items, especially those that are sold for a limited time. Once this period of time has passed, they will never be released for sale again." .”
"That's it."
Saitama was still looking at the display window, and he didn't know what he was thinking in his slightly lost eyes.
After that, KING took Saitama to other places to buy clothes, but in the end Saitama didn't buy it. Instead, he chose a ramen shop that had just opened and gave away a little mouse T-shirt with every purchase.
"Saitama seems to like this T-shirt very much."
After ordering ramen, KING and Saitama sat down and looked at Saitama who was looking through the gifts. KING said: "I happen to have a series of Little Mouse games at home. Do you want to play together when we get back?"
"Ah, I like it very much."
Saitama said, folding the T-shirt and putting it away, then shook his head: "But forget about the game, you have no mercy for laymen."
“…”
"Games are the only area I'm proud of."
KING was silent for a moment, and then suddenly spoke: "No matter what game, even if I am the world champion, I am confident that I can beat him, but only in this field can I truly deserve the title of the strongest on earth..."
Saitama was stunned for a moment: "Huh?"
"As a hero, I am unqualified."
KING looked into Saitama's eyes and said slowly: "Saitama, you know that my reputation and strength are all fake. Although I have experienced many dangers in the past and managed to deal with them, I don't want to encounter another disaster in front of my eyes. Run away or bluff..."
"To be honest, I am very troubled..."
KING lowered his head in pain: "Some time ago, when Saitama was away, I felt like I couldn't do anything... If my true identity is exposed, it doesn't matter what I will do, but those who hope that the 'strongest on the surface' can save them , people who believe in me...how should I face them..."
"After much deliberation, I can only discuss this matter with Saitama."
"This is a lifetime request."
KING clenched his hands, his eyes more determined than ever: "Please make me stronger!"
"Even though you said so..."
Saitama looked at KING and felt his sincerity: "...but all I can teach you is muscle training."
"This will do!"
KING quickly said: "I'm very weak, so it's best to start training from the most basic level."
"You can also teach me if you want..."
Saitama thought for a while: "But something has happened recently. Why don't you KING exercise on your own first? Do a hundred push-ups, a hundred sit-ups, a hundred squats, and ten kilometers of long-distance running every day. Whether it is winter or summer, you must do it." Without turning on the air conditioner, I have to persist every day even if I am so tired that I vomit blood... Well, that's probably about it."
"...It sounds like a terrible feeling."
KING thought to himself and nodded: "I will try my best, although the ten-kilometer long run may be a bit difficult..."
Soon, the ramen came over.
Saitama and KING finished their ramen while talking.
Just like that, the day is over.
Saitama and KING returned to their respective homes at the Hero Association headquarters.
the next day.
When KING knocked on the door of 104, no one inside responded.
Not at home
KING was a little strange: "Where did Mr. Saitama go so early? Anyway, I'll try to run by myself first..."
Get out of the apartment.
KING happened to see Hei Jing hiding in the makeshift doghouse. He was untying the rope around Boqi's neck and was probably preparing to go out for a walk with the dog.
At this time, Heijing also happened to see KING.
Their eyes met, and it took a while for Heijing to realize that KING was Saitama's friend. Since he called him Master Saitama, he should logically say hello to KING.
"Good morning, Mr. KING."
Hei Jing greeted KING very enthusiastically: "Do you want to go for morning exercise? Thank you for your hard work."
(End of chapter)