After training in the System space, it was time to go back to the real world. He was able to improve at a faster rate and his proficiency in the skill 'a fatal flaw' had shot up to 48, which was something that he would have never expected. He could use the skill with some control over it, but it was still miles before he could actually use it in combat with efficiency. At least until he raises the skill on par with a common rank one seeing as it was an upgradable unique skill, which made him want to improve even faster.

As for his previous movement problem, the newfound flexibility sort of allowed him to use his martial arts without many problems, but his movement was still awkward. He decided to train with Alice because she seemed more of an expert in that field.

"Good morning."

Alice called out to him, which woke him up from his sleep. He was itching to test out his newfound strength against a real opponent.

"Alice, I have a favor to ask."

"What is it?"

"I have another request for Zira. I want to spar with her for a bit, and I want you to watch and give me pointers."

"I think that Zira is qualified enough to give you pointers. Why do you want me to observe?" Alice asked.

"I know that she is capable, but I prefer your insight more. When it comes to instincts and taking action, she is a bit aggressive. As a friend, I would prefer her over you, but as a teacher, I feel that you are superior."

If you want someone to do you a favor, Butter em up!

"Alright."

She vanished from his sight.

"Good, now that that is taken care of, let's write that letter."

He picked up a pen from his desk. It was time to make up a lot of things.

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On the training grounds, the members of the family were currently finishing up with their training early, because everyone wanted to witness Alex take on The vice leader of the Kramer family. She had insisted that everyone should come and see her performance, which led the other members to believe that she wasn't going to go easy on him.

Alex on the other hand had already anticipated this. He knew that Alice would mention what he said to her, and make the over-competitive Zira even more eager to beat him up.

"Kid, you sure know how to rattle me."

"Whatever I said, was the fact."

Alex replied, appearing calm on the surface.

"Good, since you want to be thrashed, there is no need to hold back, right?"

Zira chuckled.

"I wouldn't have it any other way."

Alice raised her hand.

"3...2...1...Begin!"

Zira rushed towards him first. She wanted to completely suppress his movement. Alex on the other hand, stood still, just like in his previous fight, with no intention to move.

"Overconfident?"

Her guard was up. She didn't know what Alex would do. Even if he wasn't physically strong, he was a master at strategy..

Alex however, had a different reason for not moving. He couldn't catch up to her speed anyway. The best option was to let her come closer.

When she reached the attack range, she decided to kick him on his calf. She was going to go easy, but it was going to hurt.

'Good night.', Zira thought to herself.

Her kick missed. Alex had accurately predicted her actions through her line of sight, and he moved his left leg to the side and countered with his own Jab towards her shoulder. He decided not to use any techniques, and go for a simple but strong Jab.

Just as his punch was about to connect, Zira grab his hand and initiated a throw. Alex used his legs to propel himself away from Zira, while freeing his hand. He landed on the ground and didn't have any time to regain proper balance, because she was right behind him.

She was about to land a hit on the back of his head.

He suddenly ducked and whispered,

"This fight isn't over."

Zira, who was still in her attack position, was currently exposed.

'Better now than never.'

System: Skill used, "A Fatal Flaw"

"Skill completion, success!"

He used both his fists together and hit her stomach with everything he had. Zira saw him initiate his attack, and she felt relief after she saw that he was going to hit her leg, which wasn't too much of a problem.

She felt some uneasiness in her mind though. She could see him hit her leg, but at the same time, a sharp stinging pain was felt in her Solar Plexus.

"How the hell did that happen?"

Alice on the other hand, while spectating from the sidelines, saw something weird take place. When he was about to hit her abdomen, instead of defending herself Zira relaxed her movements, allowing him to hit her.

Zira didn't let the pain hinder her. She punched him straight on his face, which sent him flying.

"What was that?"

After seeing Alex on the ground, she decided to walk towards him to carry him back to the mansion.

'Huh?'

She took one step, and fell to the ground.

Everyone spectating from the side was stunned.

Alice inhaled a deep breath but forgot to breathe out.