It's been over a week since I read this chapter and I still can't stop thinking about this moment right here
The single greatest page in Baki (maybe all of manga), perfectly encapsulates the charismatic nature of the character and the quote itself just goes insanely hard
I finally understand what Machiavelli meant when he said, “Never play fair in a game where others cheat.” It doesn’t mean become evil. It means stop being naive. Stop bringing honesty to people who study manipulation, stop giving access to people who weaponize closeness, and stop expecting clean hands from people who already showed you they’ll throw dirt. Sometimes wisdom is not revenge. Sometimes wisdom is learning the rules of the room before the room uses your goodness against you.
@KhananiShingan1 One manager in particular moved his desk away from me & started approaching me with his partner when we had to talk. His manager hired me so we had an understanding. I think he paired me with this manager because he figured I’d be good on my own but buddy wouldn’t leave me alone.