Finale:
It was official-'The Deadly Game' was over. And Gill-the megalomaniac who believed himself to be a God, had been beaten and his plans rent asunder. And now, celebrating his ascension to Street Fighter champion, was a young man from New York. Alex had beaten Gill, and proven his worth. Ryu-the warrior whom everyone viewed as theStreet Fighter-had passed the torch to the young man. Because Ryu found something more important than the fight-and that was a beautiful Chinese woman standing next to him. That woman was Chun-Li-a woman who had been through as much as Ryu had.
And over the past year-they had been through so much…Ryu had traveled to Japan to fight Akuma-who when Ryu was younger, beat his sensei into a coma. And Chun-Li had fought Bison, the leader of the criminal organization Shadaloo who murdered her father. And through those trials, they both came out stronger-and with a love for each other that no force on Earth could separate.
After the tournament, Ryu suggested that they travel to Japan, because Ryu wanted to see his home. Chun-Li was understanding, and within the next two days, the couple were walking into the old dojo that Ryu had converted into a nice living area. Ryu said, "So, how did you enjoy the tournament?" Chun-Li said, "Well, aside from being kidnapped, it was rather enjoyable."
Ryu said, "Those things you did in your fight…when did you learn those?" Chun-Li, slightly embarrassed, said, "Well, Gen taught me some techniques about chi control. He said, 'You might need what I am teaching you in your fight. Especially if you fight Ryu.'" Ryu said, "My Chinese beauty…you continue to surprise me." They were both enjoying each other's company, when there was a knock at the door. Chun-Li said, "Who could that be?" Ryu said, "There's only a handful of people who know about this place. I'll see who it is."
Ryu opened the door, and behind it was Gouken. Ryu said, "Hello, Sensei." Gouken replied, "Greetings, Ryu. I see you have returned from your tournament." RYu said, Yes. Please come in. I will discuss the tournament with you." Ryu said, "Chun-Li…we have a guest." Gouken came in, and Chun-Li looked at Gouken with a sense of reverence. She stood and bowed, "Hello, Sensei. You honor us with your presence."
Gouken replied, "No…you honor me with your presence. My greatest student…and the protégé of one of my best friends…never would I have thought that you would be together as a team." Ryu said, "Sensei…you must realize that there's more to our relationship." Gouken said, "Oh? How much more?" Chun-Li said, "Sensei-Ryu and I are in love." Gouken said, "Ah…but I knew this. I only wanted to hear it from you. It has much more conviction when you say it…"
Ryu then said, "Sensei…when I fought Gill…I could feel myself slipping into the Satsui no Hadou. I thought…after defeating Akuma…that I was free of its influence." Gouken stroked his beard, and replied, "My son…just like your training…mastery of power is a never-ending struggle. If you feel an extreme emotion, it can be very easy to slip into the Satsui no Hadou. What emotions could have drawn this out of you?" Ryu said, "I feel…that when he threatened Chun-Li…I because so consumed with anger, that the Satsui no Hadou nearly consumed me."
Gouken said, "Ryu…truly, you have become a master…once you have discovered your weaknesses, and find a way to overcome them…there in no limit to what you can do." Gouken said, "It's getting late. I must go…I'm having tea with an old friend." Gouken then left the couple…
…and after Gouken's visit, Ryu and Chun-Li spent another couple of days in Japan, before returning to Chun-Li's apartment in Beijing. They brought their belongings to the apartment, and then headed out for dinner. They went to one of Chun-Li's favorite spots, and after dinner, they headed for the park. Chun-Li said, "It's so funny…" Ryu replied, "Oh? What's funny?" Chun-Li said, "After every one of our trips, we always do the same thing-we go out for dinner, and we come to this park." Ryu replied, "I know. It just seems like a routine we've gotten."
Chun-Li said, "I know…the stars are so beautiful." Ryu replied, "Indeed…but their beauty does not compare to yours." Chun-Li blushed, and said, "Thank you for the compliment." They sat on the bench in silence, and Ryu spoke. He said, "Chun-Li…I need to tell you something important." Chun-LI replied, "Oh? What is it, my mighty dragon?"
Ryu said, "You remember…on Gill's island…I said, we need to talk about the future. Our future…" Chun-Li exhaled, and said, "I do remember that." Ryu said, "When we stayed with Ken, he asked me, 'Do you see you and her together in the future?' And when we were on the island, Gill tempted me with an offer to join the Illuminati." Ryu paused for a moment, so that he could gather his thoughts. He then spoke, "Before I stayed with you, I was content to live the life of a wanderer. I never thought about a future with someone beside me. And now…I cannot imagine what my life would be without you in it. So Chun-Li…I am asking you…will you continue to be by my side in the future?"
Chun-Li gasped, as Ryu rubbed the back of his head in embarrassment. She then said, softly, "Ryu Hoshi…am I hearing you correctly? Are you…proposing to me?" Ryu chuckled, and said, "Yeah…I mean, I don't have a ring, of any of that other stuff…but during the time we've spent together, I have never been happier…and I want to keep experiencing that. And you are the only woman who makes me feel that happiness. So please…will you continue this life's journey by my side?" Chun-Li couldn't speak…as she was caught in a maelstrom of emotions…the man who she had admired…and now loved…was proposing to her…
She took Ryu's hands, and looked into his eyes. She smiled, and Ryu could see her eyes were glistening. It seems like an eternity, but Chun-Li finally found her voice. And when she did, she spoke but one word…"Yes…yes! Oh my god, yes! I'll marry you, Ryu Hoshi!" She then leapt into his arms, and he held her in a tight embrace. She said, "Ryu…you've made me the happiest woman on Earth!" He said, "and you've made me the happiest man. Now let's go home."
And both warriors headed home, hand-in-hand, and heart-to-heart. And it had been a long journey…but the once lone warrior had found a soulmate…and now they could both look forward to a future together…
And that brings the Street Fighter Love Story to an end! And what love has brought together, let no man rend asunder…
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