KOF: Rise of the King of Fighters

Sunlight streamed through the windows onto the dining table as Terry and Angelina enjoyed their lunch in a cozy restaurant. Meanwhile, Angelina looked at the man she loved with a worried expression.

Rewinding to the night before last, Angelina was forced to entertain high-ranking government officials. She danced and sang before them, while they stared at her unabashedly, filling her with utter disgust and unease. One of the officials even harbored lustful thoughts towards her, sending men to kidnap her and take her to a hotel, intending to assault her. Angelina tried to call for Geese's help, but it was too late. Worse still, from the official's words, it was clear that even Geese couldn't stop him. Just as Angelina was in despair, Terry appeared.

At that time, Terry was meeting with Andy and others, plotting something. After learning from Mai Shiranui and Andy that government officials were plotting to seize Geese's adopted daughter, Terry naturally knew that Geese's adopted daughter was Angelina. He was furious and ran straight to the hotel.

Upon entering the hotel, Terry immediately overpowered all the bodyguards and guards, broke down the door, beat up the executives, and rescued Angelina.

At this moment, Angelina's clothes had been mostly stripped off, and there were handprints on her beautiful, fair face, with tears glistening in her eyes.

“I thought it was all over… but when I saw Terry, hope welled up inside me.”

Angelina rushed forward without hesitation and hugged Terry tightly. He shielded her with his body, showing no fear in the face of the threats from the high-ranking officials.

Terry also remembered the lovely girl who had treated her injuries. Terry said softly, "Angelina, it's me. I remember now. No matter what happens, I will always be by your side, whether in the past, present, or future." Angelina nodded, moved, tears streaming down her cheeks.

Their eyes met, and time seemed to stand still. Terry gently picked up Angelina, who had straightened her clothes, and leaped out of the window.

In that moment, Terry realized he was willing to give everything for Angelina. No matter the difficulties or challenges he faced, he would not back down. Because he deeply loved Angelina, that love made him brave and fearless.

Let's go back to last night. Geese approached Angelina in his office in the Geese Building.

“I heard you’re getting close to Terry Bogard, and he seems to like you a lot.” Geese’s voice was deep and cold, carrying an air of ruthless decisiveness. He walked up to Angelina and slammed a stack of photos onto the table.

Angelina looked at the photos and her face turned pale instantly.

“This is my business, it’s none of your concern.” Angelina gritted her teeth, trying to remain calm.

However, Geese did not get angry at Angelina's resistance; he just gave a cold laugh.

“He is the son of my senior brother Jeff Bogard. He came to South Town to seek revenge on me.” Geese’s voice was tinged with disdain.

Angelina stared wide-eyed at Geese in disbelief. She had never known that Terry's background was so complicated, let alone that he had come to Southtown to seek revenge on Geese.

Before Angelina could answer, Geese pulled out a bottle of poison: "Kill him, or you know what will happen." Geese's tone was cold and resolute, brooking no argument.

Angelina was stunned; she knew all too well what Geese was capable of.

“Terry…” A look of true despair appeared in Angelina’s eyes.

……

"Terry!" Back to the present, Angelina still couldn't bring herself to use the poison. Suddenly, she lost control of her emotions, crying out Terry's name in anguish. She then buried her face in her hands and sobbed uncontrollably, her tears instantly soaking her clothes.

Terry, startled by his lover's sudden outburst of tears, rushed over to comfort her, asking, "Angelina, what's wrong? What happened?"

Angelina was still crying, sobbing as she said, "Go quickly, you'll die! Geese knows everything." Her voice was filled with despair and sorrow, as if the whole world was collapsing.

Terry frowned, a hint of doubt flashing in his eyes, but he quickly understood; after all, Angelina was Geese's adopted daughter. He said gently, "Angelina, I know you're worried about me, but this is something I must do. Geese murdered my father; I can't let him get away with it. It's my duty as a son, and it's also a way of settling things with my father."

Angelina knew Terry's resolve, but she also thought of Geese's power. So, she could only silently shed tears, praying that Terry would be safe and sound.

Terry gently wiped away Angelina's tears and said tenderly, "Angelina, after everything is over, we'll leave here and live the life we ​​want." He then hugged Angelina tightly, giving her a warm embrace.

Angelina felt Terry's embrace, and her emotions gradually calmed down. She knew that Terry was a brave, strong, and righteous person who would fight to the end for his beliefs. Although she was still worried about Terry's safety, she chose to believe in his abilities.

“But you must be careful, I’ll be waiting for you to come back.” Angelina hugged Terry tightly, as if this were a final farewell.

At that moment, more than a dozen gang members dressed in black suits slowly walked into the restaurant. Their faces were gloomy, and their eyes were cold as they looked at Terry and Angelina.

Seeing this, Terry immediately shielded Angelina behind him, his body tense, ready to fight at any moment. Angelina, however, hid behind Terry, her face ashen, her body trembling uncontrollably, clearly terrified.

The gang leader slowly walked up to Terry, his gaze icy, and said in a cold tone, "Miss Angelina, you failed in your mission and failed to poison Terry. According to the rules, both you and Terry will be dealt with."

After saying that, he waved to the other gangsters, signaling them to make their move. All the gangsters immediately drew their pistols from their waists and aimed them at Terry and Angelina.

Terry's brow furrowed, his expression grave, his eyes filled with vigilance and resolve. He gripped the knife tightly, his left hand subtly gathering energy, ready to deliver a fatal blow at any moment. Angelina's eyes widened, tears streaming down her face like a burst dam; she seemed to have accepted her fate, utterly powerless to resist.

However, at this critical moment, two folding fans suddenly flew in from the restaurant entrance. The fans flew in an arc, accurately striking the hands of the two assassins holding their guns. This unexpected turn of events startled everyone, and the assassins' attention was instantly drawn to the doorway.

"Who goes there?" the assassins reacted swiftly, shouting. They realized the situation had changed and immediately became alert.

Taking advantage of the opportunity, Terry decisively punched the ground, unleashing a powerful force. A [ring-shaped energy wave] instantly erupted, blasting away the two nearest assassins. Immediately afterward, he swiftly overturned the dining table, tightly protecting Angelina behind him.

Terry dodged the incoming bullets with lightning speed. His movements were swift and agile, weaving through the hail of bullets like a ghost. At the same time, he brandished his kitchen knife, viciously stabbing one of the gangsters' assassins. A scream rang out, and the assassin clutched his wound, collapsing to the ground in agony. Seeing their comrade wounded, the other assassins raised their guns and opened fire. But Terry, light as a feather, darted left and right, skillfully avoiding most of the bullets.

He swiftly closed in on a gangster hitman, kicking the pistol out of his hand and then striking him in the stomach with his elbow. Terry then seized the gun and fired repeatedly, taking down several more hitmen.

However, the gangsters outnumbered Terry, and he gradually became overwhelmed. Suddenly, Terry was shot in the shoulder, which slowed his attacks, and he also sustained several wounds.

Just then, two more folding fans flew past, repelling the assassins who were approaching Terry. At the same time, three shurikens struck another gangster assassin on the other side. Immediately afterwards, Mai Shiranui and Andy appeared in the doorway in a flash, engaging in combat with the other gangster assassins.

【Dragon Flame Dance】【Shadow Slash Fist】

The two were extremely agile and swift, giving them a greater advantage in the narrow restaurant. For a moment, the Shiranui-ryu's fire-style ninjutsu exploded in the restaurant, directly throwing the assassins into a panic.

Taking advantage of the opportunity, Terry rushed over, picked up Angelina, and then carried her towards the door. With Andy and Mai Shiranui providing cover, they quickly rushed out of the restaurant.

Outside the restaurant was a wide street; they were on the outskirts of South Town. Just then, a large truck sped towards them, screeching to a halt across the street.

"Terry! Hurry!" Joe shouted anxiously to the two people across the street from his truck. Terry recognized the voice immediately and, without hesitation, picked up Angelina, ran towards the truck, and jumped into the back of the truck.

Meanwhile, the two fighters still engaged in combat inside the restaurant noticed this scene. Realizing Terry was safe, Andy's eyes flashed with resentment, but he didn't want to prolong the fight and decisively threw a smoke grenade. As the smoke spread, the entire space was enveloped, making it difficult to see.

Under the cover of smoke, the two formed hand seals, preparing to unleash their ninjutsu. Mai Shiranui whispered, "【Dance of the Flying Squirrel】" Immediately afterward, her body moved as lightly as a bird, tracing a graceful arc in the air, and swiftly disappeared from the scene.

Andy then unleashed [Shiranui Phantom], his figure blurring in the smoke, seemingly transforming into countless phantoms as he leaped away, making him impossible for the enemy to discern. Ultimately, they successfully disappeared into the crowd, leaving the assassins in chaos and confusion.