Tijuana.

La Mesa Prison, as usual, looks like a massive slum.

The six main areas are actually six factories.

It's just that some factories don't have much work.

These are places where the family leaders reside.

From the prison's perspective,

these inmates are pretty much workers, since the prison needs to operate, and the money inmates earn from working is definitely a major support.

As for the government... how much authority the government of Mexico really has, that question should be directed to the drug lords.

Hence, some prisons simply keep their gates wide open.

Inmates go out to work during the day and come back at night, or they work in the United States.

As long as they don't run away, we take a cut of whatever they earn.

Quite nice.

It's said that the prison has a history spanning a hundred years.

And the absence of prison bars is due to the lack of government funding for repairs.

La Mesa isn't that casual; it still has prison bars.

But if the three crime families want to hold a fighting tournament,

there's no problem with that.

To enrich the cultural life of the inmates, our prison organizes moderate sports activities.

Fair and reasonable.

However, it can't be too ostentatious.

The location of the tournament is in the area where the high-level members of the three families live.

When Owen followed Garcia here, a lot of people had already gathered.

Owen had an expression of novelty and excitement on his face.

By the way, he's now called Leo.

Clearly, the Argentine Leo's acting is quite impressive.

So many people, it seemed like almost half of the prison gathered here.

It could be seen that this place was originally a machine factory.

The framework of the factory building is still intact.

And now there are no machines left.

In the center of the factory is a ring, a very old ring.

Of course, it wouldn't be as lavishly decorated as those in WWE.

However, this ring also carries a certain professionalism.

In Mexico, wrestling is a very popular sport.

This is probably influenced by the United States.

Interestingly, Mexico has a particular development, focusing more on 'masks'.

Or 'masks'.

In WWE matches, there are naturally performers wearing masks.

But in Mexico, everyone wears a mask.

And each mask is sewn by a professional, with a corresponding story behind it.

This is very similar to Japanese wrestling.

Alright, actually, it's evident that countries that enjoy unique American sports, like baseball and wrestling, are basically former American colonies.

Now it's not about wrestling.

It was confirmed earlier; it's free-fighting.

Garcia was a bit nervous, but he held onto Owen and said in a comforting tone, "Don't be nervous, just do your best later."

This guy's legs were trembling uncontrollably.

Owen did not expose him and nodded vigorously.

Then Garcia pointed upward.

There seemed to be an observation room from the original plant there or some office.

"The high-level members of the three families are all there; today they're probably 'selecting people'."

Owen looked in that direction, and indeed, there were some people, but it was hard to see them clearly.

"Selecting people?" He was a bit confused about this.

Garcia had to explain, "In our prison, there are countless outlaws, previously it was based on 'appearance', it was just the first selection, now the three families are making their own selection.

They're also opening a betting market to make some money in the process."

Owen roughly understood, "So, if I'm selected by one of them, I'll represent them in the future?"

"More or less, but at least, they will be betting on you."

Now it was completely clear.

It seems that this fighting tournament isn't just about transporting goods or anything.

The three families also want to have some fun.

In fact, Owen had already gathered a lot of information from Esmeralda before coming here.

The gang system in Mexico, or rather the family system, is on the brink of collapse.

The reason is simple: families are gathered by the surname.

It emphasizes kinship.

Similar to what's shown in 'The Godfather', with obvious flaws.

Non-family members find it challenging to reach high ranks.

A small-time thug in the initial stages might have nothing at all.

Being able to enter the family is already a huge favor.

But as this thug becomes stronger, his ambition will naturally grow.

And at that point, not gaining more benefits and power,

the outcome is predictable.

The 'The Godfather' movie series can be seen as telling such a story.

For Mexico to still have so many family gangs is already quite resilient for these families.

The newer trend now is 'groups'.

No one talks about surnames or kinship, it's all about interests.

Owen understood this, so even if he got selected, he wouldn't take it too seriously.

After all, his purpose here is to find out who's opposing Dr. Zhou.

Who is targeting the Hyaluronic Acid.

Once that's clear, take down the opponent.

Just as he was thinking, someone took to the stage.

"Folks! Our competition is about to begin! And I hereby announce the rules!

The only rule on our La Mesa ring is!

No rules! That's our rule!

Alright, those whose names are called, come up!"

This guy wore prison clothes but had a sinister appearance.

Suddenly, Owen heard his name being called.

"Oh no! What bad luck!"

Garcia saw the opponent; he was a big guy and someone he recognized.

"Is he strong?"

"Hound Gonzalez! That bastard's moves are very tricky, be careful."

At this point, Owen couldn't help but reveal a peculiar smile.

Garcia was startled because from that smile, he not only saw confidence,

but also seemed to see... Gonzalez as a dead man.

How could this be?

Of course, Garcia didn't know that Owen, back in Latin America.

Had killed five or six people named Gonzalez.

"Alright! Our fight is about to begin! I won't interfere anymore, ha ha..."

The host or referee directly ran off the ring.

Leaving only Owen and Gonzalez.

"Kid, you look pretty good, hehe... I'll spare your life, but you have to offer your rear..."

Gonzalez had a sinister grin, and as he finished speaking, he lunged forward.

Hey! Ha!

Left jab, right hook... jumping front kick!

There was some skill, not just for show.

Owen dodged them all but still got his skin grazed by his opponent's fist.

No problem.

Gonzalez felt he had the upper hand, relentlessly following up with a back swing!

If this move landed, it might end the match.

But Owen ducked low and followed with a short jab!

Ah! Oh~~

A typical short jab hits the stomach.

But Owen deliberately lowered his aim, and it landed on Gonzalez's private parts.

It's time to test the fortitude!

Is he tough enough?

Seeing Gonzalez bend like a shrimp, he wasn't tough enough.

Owen, wins!

"Ahaha... fantastic!" Garcia was so pleased he forgot about all past concerns.

...

Los Angeles.

Ivan Mc drove to a very secluded place.

But, she had to come.

She was accompanied by Nicole Kidman in the car.

The famous star said only her master could save herself.

Ivan Mc didn't fully believe it but thought it wouldn't hurt to try.

Besides, she was very curious about who this master really was.

For a big star like Nicole Kidman to have such trust?

Willingly become a disciple?

"We're here."

"Okay."

Parking the car, she followed Nicole Kidman inside.

Was fascinated by the interior, but most importantly...

"Dr. Zhou?"

Isn't that Zhou Mo Sen in the white robe?

But when Ivan Mc addressed him as such, she received a scolding!

"How bold of you, Ivan Mc! How dare you address my respected master that way!"

Daddario was there too!

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