Underground Gym – Midnight
The walls echoed with the sound of fists hitting sandbags. Sweat fell like rain.
Hamin's fists were wrapped in bandages, blood soaking through. His eyes stayed locked on Daehyun, who stood casually beside a water cooler.
> "Your power's raw, Hamin," Daehyun said, tossing him a towel.
"But you fight like a bomb about to explode. That'll get you killed."
> "I've survived so far."
> "Barely."
Daehyun walked to the center of the mat and raised his fists in a traditional taekwondo stance.
> "Let's fix that."
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Training Begins
Daehyun was fast—blindingly fast.
His kicks moved like whips.
Hamin could barely block the first few before one struck his ribs and sent him skidding across the floor.
> "Damn…"
He's strong.
> "You're holding back," Daehyun said, stepping closer.
"You've got something inside you. I saw it during your fight with Hajin."
Hamin's eyes narrowed.
> "You saw that?"
> "That flash of blue? Yeah. You're not normal. And you're not ready."
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Meanwhile – Abandoned Garage
Four figures gathered in a circle.
Kang Hojin sat in the middle, left arm in a sling, fury burning in his eyes.
Beside him stood Choi Mirae, arms crossed.
But behind them…
Two new faces appeared:
Seo Gunwoo – nicknamed "The Ghost Puncher," a boxer known for his one-hit knockouts and emotionless eyes.
Shin Haryun – a mysterious girl, rumored to be an underground prodigy in weapon combat.
> "Jang Hamin humiliated us," Hojin growled.
"We're going to return the favor."
Choi Mirae smirked.
> "Then let's begin."
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Final Scene – Gym
Hamin stood, bruised and exhausted. Daehyun wiped blood from his lip.
> "Again," Hamin said.
> "You'll pass out."
> "Then I'll get up again."
Daehyun smiled faintly.
> "Good. Then maybe we'll survive what's coming."
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