Managing a Stripper?

[ZorzLeth]

As they were finishing up with their climaxes, Kasumi still felt her body tightly pressed against the wall. She would then feel Kenzo's lips brush against hers, all the while asking her to join his wrestling organization.

"Nyūkai shita baai, watashi ni totte don'na meritto ga arimasu ka?" ("What's in it for me if I do join?") Kasumi would whisper back to Kenzo as they both stood there.

[Weonna]

Kenzo felt her body tighten around him as she whispered her question, her voice a low, sultry murmur that sent a shiver down his spine. He pulled back slightly, his eyes holding her gaze as he considered her question. He could see the curiosity, the calculation in her eyes, and it only made her more intriguing.

"Meritto wa, kazoku desu. (The benefit is family.)"

He said, his voice firm but gentle, a promise and a warning in one.

"RISING is more than just a wrestling organization. It's a family. We fight, we bleed, we support each other. And we win. Together."

He leaned in closer, his lips brushing against her ear, his voice dropping to a low, intense whisper.

"But that's not all. As an independent, you're limited. You're a star, a draw, but you're also alone. You take all the risks, all the losses. You're a one-woman show, and that's a hard act to keep up."

He pulled back, his eyes locking onto hers, his expression serious.

"With RISING, you gain a team. A family. We share the risks, the losses, the victories. You have a network, a support system. You have me. I'll help you reach your full potential, push you to be the best you can be. And in return, you bring your talent, your star power to our family. We become stronger, more dominant."

He reached up, his hand cupping her cheek, his thumb brushing against her skin.

"So, what do you say, Kasumi? Will you join my family? Will you let RISING be your home?"

He left the question hanging in the air, a silent challenge, a promise of more than just business.

[ZorzLeth]

Kasumi had listened to what Kenzo had to say. Every word that he used, every phrase, every comment was all calculated and precise. Yet somehow feeling very predictable. This sounded like something Kenzo would rehearse in advance and say to almost every single person that he would come across. Still, he did put in the effort and made things interesting tonight. So, why not entertain the idea.

After all, she was talking with a friend of hers about joining one of these organizations. Of course, she couldn't remember the one that she was in. Oh well.

"Hmmm...sure...why not. Perhaps there might be some truth in what you are saying." Kasumi then answered Kenzo's question, as she looked at him in the eyes.

[Weonna]

Kenzo felt a surge of triumph as she agreed, her eyes meeting his with a mix of curiosity and challenge. He knew she was a smart woman, that she saw through his calculated words, but that she was willing to entertain the idea. He leaned in, his lips brushing against her ear, his voice a low, satisfied whisper.

"Arigatou, Kasumi. (Thank you, Kasumi.) You won't regret this. I promise you that."

He pulled back, his eyes holding her gaze, a silent promise of more to come.

"We'll make you a star, Kasumi. And I'll be right there beside you, every step of the way. Together, we'll make RISING the most dominant stable gym in wrestling~"


He reached up, his hand cupping her cheek, his thumb brushing against her skin.

"Welcome to RISING, Kasumi. Let's make history together."

He leaned in, his lips meeting hers in a kiss that was both a promise and a challenge, a silent vow of the adventures, the victories, and the battles to come.

[ZorzLeth]

Kasumi accepted the kiss and the two would continue this night with different degrees of intimacy and fun.

A few days later

Fang had finished dressing up in her wrestling attire, as she met up with her boyfriend, Kenzo, outside of the changerooms of Rising. The two were there for some sparring, but were informed that Kenzo was to make an announcement. Apparently, he found a new wrestler. At first, Fang did not care much since she didn't like or trust Kenzo, but would play nice for her Hiro.

"So, how long do you think this announcement is going to take?" Fang asked Hiro, as she emerged in her jungle attire.

Spoiler

[Weonna]

Hiro

Hiro turned to Fang, his eyes lighting up as he took in her jungle attire. He smiled warmly, his voice a mix of Japanese and English as he replied,

"I'm not sure, Fang. But it won't be too long, I think. Kenzo usually keeps these things short and sweet. He knows we're here to train, not to listen to long speeches."

He reached out, his hand gently squeezing her shoulder, a gesture of comfort and support.

"Let's just be patient and see what he has to say. Maybe it'll be interesting, ne?"

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Kenzo stood at the front of the room, his eyes scanning the crowd of wrestlers gathered before him. He could feel the tension in the air, the mix of curiosity and resentment that always accompanied these announcements. He knew Fang didn't like him, and the feeling was mutual, but he pushed those feelings aside.........for now......

He cleared his throat, his voice ringing out, commanding attention.

"Minna, kochira e! (Everyone, gather 'round!)"

He paused, letting the silence hang in the air, a dramatic pause to build anticipation.

"Today, I have an exciting announcement to make. We have a new member joining our family. A wrestler who will bring a new level of excitement, a new level of power to RISING."

He turned, his eyes landing on the door at the back of the room. He gave a slight nod, and the door opened, revealing a woman who stepped forward...

Kenzo turned back to the crowd, his voice filled with pride and excitement.

"Say hello to our newest member, Kasumi. She is a force to be reckoned with, and I have no doubt that with her by our side, RISING will reach new heights. Let's give her a warm welcome, everyone!"

He clapped his hands, a signal for the others to do the same, his eyes never leaving Kasumi...

[ZorzLeth]

Fang nodded, although she knew that Kenzo would love to hear the sound of his own voice every chance that he got. Still, she would not try to cause any drama, so long as Kenzo minded himself. Until then, she took Hiro's hand as the two walked out into the main room where a lot of people were gathered. As she, and the others, heard Hiro talking, she subtly rolled her eyes.

A new power? So much for Christina being his favourite. Fang thought to herself, thinking about the drama that involved her and Christina fighting at LAW because of Hiro's manipulations. She didn't exactly care about being number one, and would want to try and patch things with Christina, but she had to improve herself. Until then, she had to let things play out. While she listened, she did not really care until Hiro mentioned Kasumi.

"Wait, what?" Fang said, taken off guard, at a volume that only Hiro heard. Soon, she saw Kasumi emerge as the audience was clapping a bit.

Kasumi, for her part, donned her wrestling attire, that was red, white, black and complimented her natural looks. She stood and waved at everyone.

Spoiler

"Oh my god! KASUMI!?" Fang would shout out loud. Kasumi instantly heard it and turned to face where that yell came from.

"FANG!?" Kasumi shouted, just as surprised, and excited. Fang ran up to Kasumi and the two instantly hugged each other.

"How are you!? It's been a while!" Fang said, as she was now more focused on getting caught up with her friend.

"It has! I didn't know you were here." Kasumi immediately replied, "I must have forgotten the name when you told me one time."

"I had no idea you would be joining." Fang asked Kasumi curiously.

"Yeah, well, what could I say, the persuasion was quite convincing." Kasumi continued.

"Oh, really?" Fang said, half happy to see her friend, half subtly realizing what Kasumi meant, but brushed it aside.

So, here Kenzo had revealed the latest member of Rising, but surprise, this member and Fang were friends.