As the summer break continues, rumors begin to spread throughout Seidoukan Academy about a powerful new student who has transferred to the school. The student is said to be a skilled fighter, with abilities that rival even the top-ranking members of the school's student council.

Ryu, Yuna, and their friends become curious about the new student and decide to investigate. They learn that the student's name is Akira Hikawa, and he has a reputation for being ruthless in battle.

One day, as Ryu is walking through the school grounds, he encounters Akira. The two engage in a brief conversation, during which Ryu senses a deep sense of anger and sadness in Akira.

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Later that day, the school holds a tournament to determine the ranking of the top students. Ryu, Yuna, and Akira all compete, with Ryu and Yuna emerging as the finalists.

In the final round, Ryu and Yuna battle fiercely, with both sides displaying incredible skill and power. However, just as it seems that Ryu will emerge victorious, Akira suddenly appears and interrupts the match.

Akira challenges Ryu to a fight, revealing that he has a personal vendetta against him. Ryu agrees, and the two begin to battle in front of the entire school.

As the fight intensifies, Ryu realizes that Akira's anger and sadness stem from a tragic event in his past. Ryu shows empathy towards Akira, and the two eventually come to an understanding.

After the fight, Ryu, Yuna, and Akira reflect on the events of the day. Ryu realizes that sometimes, the greatest battles are not fought with fists, but with words and understanding.