A Boy Ranked #1 in Combat Power Only Wants to Focus on Studying Until the Bullies Cross the Line
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00:00:00After a brutal and emotional massacre at his former school, a place that became a literal
00:00:04battlefield, where Si Yoon fought alongside two of his closest bros, friends tighter than two peas
00:00:10in a pod life takes a dark turn. One buddy lies comatose in a hospital bed, his future uncertain.
00:00:16The other is gone, vanished without a chance to say goodbye. Our protagonist, Si Yoon,
00:00:21may be cool as a cucumber on the surface, but inside, his heart bleeds. Despite his weakened
00:00:26state, his mind, sharp as a tack and powerful as a category 5 hurricane, fuels his resolve to start
00:00:33anew. He transfers to Yoon Jong-hai, hoping to trade violence for normalcy, dreaming of a typical high
00:00:39school experience, mornings hitting the books, afternoons slurping ramen, and evenings studying
00:00:45you know, the usual, minus the whole, fighting for survival, thing. Yoon Jong-hai, with a name as cute
00:00:52and cuddly as a baby panda, turns out to be anything but. It's a den of delinquents, masquerading as an
00:00:58educational institution. A place where textbooks are optional, but brass knuckles are standard issue.
00:01:04Teachers teach and bounce, knowing that lingering only increases the chances of getting sucked into
00:01:08the drama vortex. Si Yoon steps onto campus, the wind dramatically whipping his hair, like he's in a
00:01:14K-drama. Silently hoping for a peaceful, crazy, free existence. But life, as we know, loves to throw
00:01:20curveballs, especially at our protagonist. Three days later, Si Yoon realizes that sanity is a
00:01:26survival liability in Yoon Jang. The hallways reek of a potent and unsettling mix of cigarette smoke,
00:01:33stale sweat, and the distinctive aroma of bullies. It's like walking through a cologne factory that
00:01:38specializes in the scent of impending doom. And at the heart of this chaos is Hyo Man, the school's
00:01:43top dog, the kingpin running a lucrative black market operation for stolen cell phones, sourced from
00:01:50his network of student thieves. Hyo Man's face is perpetually puckered like he's sucking on a lemon,
00:01:55and his walk screams, ready to rumble, with any object, animate or inanimate, that dares to cross
00:02:00his path. His loyal sidekick, Joon Tae, is the classic example of a good kid gone wrong. Destined to
00:02:07play the regretful henchman in this real-life high school action movie, Joon Tae started as a regular,
00:02:12decent student, making an honest living delivering milk to Hyo Man's crew. But day after day, the pressure
00:02:18mounts. And he's slowly but surely transformed into a reluctant phone thief. Nobody wants this gig,
00:02:23but at Yoon Jong, the survival options are limited. Victim, bully, or locker thief. As fate, or rather,
00:02:30the ironclad laws of narrative convenience would have it, Joon Tae's next target is Si Yoon's phone.
00:02:35Before class, he receives the usual bag of confiscated phones from the homeroom teacher.
00:02:40Tasked with their seamless return at the end of the day, he ducks into the bathroom. Contemplates his
00:02:45increasingly morally ambiguous life choices. And eventually slips Si Yoon's phone into his pocket.
00:02:51The school day drags on as normal, until the final bell rings. And Si Yoon retrieves his phone.
00:02:57Only to find it missing. Bad luck for Joon Tae, he's second to last to leave the classroom. And
00:03:02therefore, second to last to get his phone back. Right behind Si Yoon. Busted. Si Yoon, noticing his
00:03:08missing phone, confronts Joon Tae. Joon Tae, flustered, launches into a rambling, almost epic,
00:03:15explanation. A veritable Three Kingdoms saga of excuses. Surprisingly, Si Yoon cuts him short,
00:03:21says little, and walks away. Joon Tae, left reeling, delivers Si Yoon's phone to Hyo Man's crew,
00:03:27and heads off. Later in the school hallway, he tries to engage Si Yoon again, but gets completely ignored.
00:03:33The weight of his guilt heavy on his shoulders. Joon Tae pursues Si Yoon, attempting to justify his
00:03:39actions. Si Yoon, however, remains ice cold. No yelling, no punches thrown, just a quiet,
00:03:45devastating statement. You're a coward. The words hit Joon Tae like a soul, crushing combo attack.
00:03:50A verbal nuke that detonates his carefully constructed facade. That night, Si Yoon returns home,
00:03:56and as usual, takes a sleeping pill. Hoping for some much needed rest. But sleep evades him. Instead,
00:04:02he catches the first bus to the hospital, where Su Ho, his comatose friend, still lies motionless.
00:04:08He visits Su Ho not just out of loyalty, but to confess his own perceived cowardice. He's tormented
00:04:14by the coward, label he'd flung at Joon Tae, convinced that he is the true coward. Desperate
00:04:20for connection, Si Yoon texts Su Ho, despite knowing there will be no reply. The next morning, back at
00:04:26school, Si Yoon stumbles upon a scene straight out of a high school drama. Joon Tae being bullied on the
00:04:32stairs. He flashes back to his own experiences. The relentless torment he endured at his old school.
00:04:38And for a moment, he imagines himself stepping in. A pen-wielding hero rescuing the underdog.
00:04:43But the fantasy fades, snapped back to reality by the bully's taunts. He bypasses the scene,
00:04:49leaving Joon Tae to his fate. Later that day, Joon Tae approaches Si Yoon again, confessing to stealing his
00:04:54phone. A heart-to-heart ensues, with Joon Tae pleading for Si Yoon's guidance. Desperate to shed his
00:05:00cowardice and change his life. But Si Yoon, still reeling from his past betrayals, remains unmoved and
00:05:06walks away. That evening, as Si Yoon walks home, he witnesses Hyo Man meeting with his shady associates.
00:05:13He discovers their hideout, a den overflowing with second-hand phones. It turns out Hyo Man's
00:05:18supply is running low, and he's groveling to the ringleader for a bigger cut of the weekly haul.
00:05:22This guy is seriously bad news. Joon Tae, deeply affected by Si Yoon's words, spends the night
00:05:28wrestling with the concept of change. The next morning, armed with a pair of wire cutters,
00:05:32he heads to Hyo Man's locker, determined to retrieve the stolen phones and make amends.
00:05:37Joon Tae, feeling a pang of remorse, apologizes to the students he'd robbed, returning their phones
00:05:43with the bonus of a portable charger. The next morning, Si Yoon arrives at class to find his phone
00:05:48on his desk, with a short, apologetic note from Joon Tae. A flicker of something akin to emotion
00:05:53crosses his face, but his usual icy demeanor quickly returns. Peace, however, is a fleeting
00:05:59commodity in this high school jungle. Hyo Man, discovering Joon Tae's betrayal, is furious.
00:06:04His lucrative second-hand phone operation is compromised, his authority undermined. Enraged,
00:06:09he confronts Joon Tae, unleashing a brutal beating. Joon Tae, newly emboldened, tries to withstand the
00:06:15onslaught. As Si Yoon watches, Joon Tae absorbs punches and kicks to the head, blood flowing freely.
00:06:21The scene triggers a visceral flashback for Si Yoon, reminding him of his past torment. Joon Tae is
00:06:27pummeled, dragged, and treated like a human punching bag. The surrounding students remain
00:06:32passive observers. Knowing intervention guarantees retaliation. Amidst the chaos, Si Yoon stands with
00:06:38his hands in his pockets, his expression unreadable. While others might panic, he seems to be calculating
00:06:43wind speed and trajectory. A storm brewing behind his cool facade. The crowd falls silent, the sound of
00:06:49each blow echoing like a ceremonial drum. Suddenly, Si Yoon steps forward, stunning everyone.
00:06:55Someone dares to challenge the king. With chilling composure, he warns Hyo Man to stop,
00:07:00to recognize his limits. Si Yoon just wants to live a quiet refrigerator in the basement existence.
00:07:05But the world around him refuses to cooperate. Before he can even finish his breakfast the next
00:07:10morning, Hyo Man's agitated underlings are buzzing about a missed opportunity for a good brawl.
00:07:15One particularly irate student, sporting a green shirt, considers reporting the incident to a teacher,
00:07:20but then gets swept up in the sudden rush of students, heading towards the latest hot spot of
00:07:25drama. Word has spread of another bullying incident, and the main player is none other than Hyo Man.
00:07:30Emboldened by the absence of the true kingpin, Hyo Man is on a power trip, acting like he owns the place.
00:07:36Anyone who wants to do anything needs his permission, or they can expect to be groveling for
00:07:41forgiveness at the school gates. The scene shifts to Si Yoon, who happens upon Hyo Man,
00:07:46attempting to gang up on a weaker student. But before Hyo Man can land a punch, Si Yoon,
00:07:51with almost supernatural anticipation, sidesteps the attack, leaving Hyo Man swinging at air in broad
00:07:57daylight, in front of a dozen gawking students. Humiliating a wannabe gangster in public? That's a
00:08:02recipe for disaster. Hyo Man explodes, ready to tear Si Yoon apart. Just as he's about to attack,
00:08:09Hyo Man's lieutenant, the guy in the green shirt, Hyon Tak, steps in. He may think Hyo Man is an
00:08:15idiot, but he's still fiercely loyal. With a swift kick, Hyon Tak puts Hyo Man in his place,
00:08:20sending him scurrying away in shame. Hyon Tak tries to connect with Si Yoon, but Si Yoon,
00:08:25ever the stoic, simply retrieves Jun Tae's glasses and walks away. This lack of gratitude stings Hyon Tak,
00:08:32so he calls Si Yoon back. Si Yoon, maintaining his aloof demeanor, offers a perfunctory thanks,
00:08:38and escorts the battered Jun Tae towards the nurse's office. But the nurse's office is a no-go.
00:08:43The school nurse, seeing Jun Tae's bruised and bloodied state, would be obligated to report the
00:08:48incident. A report means Hyo Man finds out, and that's a recipe for disaster, likely a repeat of
00:08:54a certain unpleasant incident back in 8th grade. So Jun Tae steers Si Yoon towards a secret room.
00:08:59The. Medicine stash. Despite the clandestine sounding name,
00:09:03the room is surprisingly cozy. Si Yoon cleaned Jun Tae's wounds,
00:09:07and an awkward silence hung in the air. Before any meaningful eye contact can happen,
00:09:12a group of fresh-faced students barge in, peppering Jun Tae with insincere questions.
00:09:17Annoyed, he gets up and leaves. Meanwhile, Hyon Tak's crew sits around gossiping about Hyo Man,
00:09:23when suddenly, Hyo Man himself appears. As if on cue, challenging them to say it to his face.
00:09:29Earlier, he'd run into Hyon Tak, but only dared to exchange a few snarky remarks.
00:09:34Nothing physical. His bark is definitely bigger than his bite. Like a broke CEO flexing on social
00:09:39media, after Si Yoon rescues Jun Tae from being locked in a storage room because, of course,
00:09:45that happens. A strange bond begins to form between the two. Overflowing with gratitude,
00:09:50Jun Tae buys Si Yoon a mountain of vitamins and supplements. He's surprisingly perceptive,
00:09:55noticing Si Yoon's constant sleepiness, and deciding to help his new friend catch some quality Zs.
00:10:00The next morning, the two share lunch, a picture of burgeoning bromance.
00:10:04Si Yoon cheerfully thanks Jun Tae for the miracle sleep aid,
00:10:08while Jun Tae eagerly recommends a multivitamin. Si Yoon eyes the pills with a hint of suspicion,
00:10:14wondering if there's an ulterior motive, but ultimately decides to trust Jun Tae's seemingly
00:10:18good intentions. Later, they find themselves sitting on the school grounds, sharing stories.
00:10:23It seems like ages since Jun Tae has enjoyed a peaceful lunch break, without fear of being
00:10:28ambushed. Just as they're settling into the comfortable rhythm of high school gossip,
00:10:32Hyoman shows up, dropping a bombshell. Hyontak is targeting them. They need to watch their backs.
00:10:38But just as things are getting interesting, Hyontak spots Hyoman, getting chummy with our unlikely duo.
00:10:44His eyes narrow with suspicion. The plot thickens as Hyoman, ever the opportunist,
00:10:50approaches Hyontak with a brazen lie. He's only getting close to Si Yoon to recruit him
00:10:54as his next protege. Meanwhile, Si Yoon and Jun Tae, sensing the escalating tension,
00:11:00decide to make a quick escape before they get caught in the crossfire. As they hurry back to class,
00:11:05Jun Tae is suddenly hit with an urgent need to use the restroom. He dashes into the bathroom,
00:11:10only to be ambushed and kidnapped by Hyoman's goons. Meanwhile, Hyoman himself storms into Hyontak's
00:11:16club room, trashing the place like a rock star on a rampage. Back in the classroom,
00:11:20Si Yoon notices Jun Tae's absence. The teacher, oblivious as ever, continues with the lesson.
00:11:26But Si Yoon is getting worried. He frantically tries to call Jun Tae, but can't get through.
00:11:31Just then Hyoman appears, feigning concern, and informs Si Yoon that Hyontak has taken Jun Tae.
00:11:37He urges Si Yoon to rescue his friend, adding a touch of dramatic flair. Si Yoon knows this is a setup,
00:11:43but he doesn't realize the extent of Hyoman's scheming. Hyoman has already spread rumors
00:11:48throughout the school about a showdown between Si Yoon and Hyontak. It's all part of his
00:11:52Machiavellian plan to have them destroy each other, leaving him to claim the throne as the undisputed
00:11:58king of Yun Jang-hai. Hyontak, furious about the destruction of his club room and the added
00:12:04insult of having his handsome face burned because, of course, that happened too, confronts Si Yoon,
00:12:10demanding answers about Jun Tae's whereabouts. He relentlessly taunts Si Yoon, dredging up painful
00:12:16memories. Si Yoon snaps, and the two launch into a furious brawl, trading insults and blows with equal
00:12:22fervor. Jun Tae, meanwhile, watches the spectacle unfold like a spectator at a sporting event.
00:12:28Just as the fight reaches its peak, Hyoman arrives with his crew, like uninvited guests, crashing a
00:12:34party, adding another layer of drama. It turns out they plan to swoop in and take down both weakened
00:12:39rivals, solidifying their dominance. Forced into an uneasy alliance, Si Yoon and Hyon Tak team up
00:12:45to fight off Hyoman's goons. Just as Hyoman is about to deliver a potentially fatal blow,
00:12:51a voice rings out, freezing everyone in their tracks. The cavalry has arrived. It's the legendary
00:12:57Hu Min, his entrance accompanied by a dramatic soundtrack. Hyoman, upon seeing Hu Min, blanches
00:13:03like a deer caught in headlights, instantly dropping his volleyball in a cowardly but telling gesture.
00:13:08Hu Min, without missing a beat, throws a basketball with pinpoint accuracy,
00:13:12knocking Hyoman flat. He then turns to Si Yoon, his gaze a mixture of familiarity and curiosity,
00:13:19leaving Si Yoon momentarily speechless. Hu Min questions Si Yoon, but Si Yoon, in classic fashion,
00:13:25remains stoic, giving nothing away. Hu Min approached Han Si Yoon with a few questions,
00:13:30but Si Yoon, in his typical aloof and stoic manner, completely ignored him. With Si Yoon giving him
00:13:35the cold shoulder, Hu Min turned to Hyon Tak to check in on him. Meanwhile, Hyoman's crew rushed in
00:13:41to assess the damage to their leader. Hu Min had barely gotten a few words out to Hyon Tak, before
00:13:46being chewed out for causing the basketball team suspension. Taking the blame, Hu Min clutched his
00:13:51head, lamenting his decision to dye his hair bright red the day before, convinced it was the source of his
00:13:56bad luck. As he sat there wallowing in regret, Hyoman's goons suddenly appeared, ready to launch
00:14:02a cowardly sneak attack. But things didn't go as planned. Hu Min wasn't an easy target. Single-handedly,
00:14:08he sent them scattering like chickens. A scene straight out of a slapstick comedy. After dealing
00:14:14with these useless thugs, Hyon Tak unexpectedly approached Si Yoon to apologize for the earlier
00:14:19misunderstanding. Hu Min, witnessing this, was stunned by the gesture. Seizing the opportunity,
00:14:25he lectured his underlings on the importance of sincere apologies, demonstrating the proper way
00:14:29to bow and express remorse, just like those idols apologizing to their fans online. But the ice-cold
00:14:35Si Yoon remained uninterested, turning and walking away with Joon Tae in a display of cool indifference
00:14:41that only further impressed Hu Min. He acknowledged that maintaining such an effortlessly cool demeanor
00:14:46wasn't easy. Hu Min arrived at school like a K-pop idol, greeted with cheers and excitement everywhere he
00:14:52went. He reveled in the attention, embracing his role as the flamboyant team captain. Students greeted
00:14:58him with finger hearts as if he were filming a vlog. Inside the classroom, Hyon Tak was already waiting,
00:15:04ready to lecture Hu Min about the basketball tournament fiasco. They argued back and forth.
00:15:09Hyon Tak gesturing dramatically, pounding the table like he was pouring his heart out in a late night
00:15:14confession. Just as their argument reached a fever pitch, Si Yoon and Joon Tae appeared, looking like
00:15:20exasperated referees. Their expressions clearly conveying A. Haven't you two grown up yet?
00:15:25Message. They promptly reported the two to the teacher. All four boys ended up in the teacher's
00:15:30office, each wearing A. I wasn't involved, but I'm somehow implicated. Expression. The teacher
00:15:36proceeded to scold them thoroughly, delivering a structured and strategic lecture on proper behavior.
00:15:42When Si Yoon tried to explain, the teacher threatened to call his parents and have him expelled.
00:15:46At this tense moment, Hu Min executed a surprising maneuver. He forced both Si Yoon and Hyon Tak to
00:15:52bow their heads and apologized to the teacher, effectively silencing any further protests.
00:15:58Leaving the teacher's office, the group exchanged apologies, relieved to have survived the ordeal.
00:16:03Si Yoon quietly mentioned his dislike of having his head touched. However, Hu Min, oblivious to the
00:16:09concept of personal space and as persistent as a piece of taffy, interpreted Si Yoon's statement as an
00:16:15invitation. He playfully ruffled Si Yoon's hair, as if petting a puppy, leaving Si Yoon momentarily
00:16:20stunned and confused. Si Yoon and Joon Tae sat together, peacefully drinking milk, no longer the
00:16:26targets of bullying. Joon Tae was visibly moved by the newfound peace Si Yoon had brought into his life.
00:16:32He looked at Si Yoon with an almost worshipful gaze, the way one might look at their savior. If Si Yoon had
00:16:38declared himself the light at the end of the tunnel, Joon Tae would have followed him without hesitation.
00:16:42That evening, Si Yoon's mother lectured him about the dangers of fighting,
00:16:46but he tuned her out completely. His expression blank, like he'd switched to airplane mode.
00:16:51His withdrawn and silent demeanor, like a refrigerator unplugged, stemmed from a painful past.
00:16:57Since the incident, Si Yoon and Joon Tae had been spending more time with Hyon Tak and Hu Min's
00:17:02group. Everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves. Their interactions reminiscent of a lighthearted high
00:17:07school drama. Except for Si Yoon. Who, while present, remained emotionally distant. Meanwhile,
00:17:13Hyo Man was nursing his wounds, after being soundly defeated by Baek Jin. His crime? Failing to prove
00:17:18himself worthy of joining the Union. Watching Hyo Man get beaten down, was a mixture of satisfying and
00:17:24slightly pitiful. He was clearly playing the role of the most unsuccessful villain of all time. A knee to the
00:17:30gut and a backhand to the face were all it took to bring him down. He'd gone from top dog to Union's
00:17:35doormat. Later, Hyo Man's crew gathered at his father's chicken restaurant to catch up.
00:17:39Si Yoon was absent, visiting a friend. The group discussed the events that transpired
00:17:44during Hyo Man's absence. Well, not quite the whole group. Hyo Man mostly received a scolding
00:17:49from his father for being a freeloader. And his chicken dinner was deducted from his allowance.
00:17:53The scene shifted abruptly to Si Yoon, on his way to visit Soo Ho, his friend who had been in a coma
00:17:59since the first season. As Si Yoon filled out the visitor's form, Hyo Man called to check if he was
00:18:03being bothered. But Si Yoon remained aloof, insisting he didn't need anyone's concern.
00:18:08Upon arrival, he was surprised to find Seung Ji, Baek Jin's right-hand man, waiting. Seung Ji hadn't
00:18:14come to visit any patients. He was there specifically for Si Yoon, like a debt collector delivering a final
00:18:20notice. He spoke cryptically, essentially telling Si Yoon to join them, and that protecting his friends
00:18:26was his responsibility. With that, he turned and left, leaving Si Yoon perplexed. Following Seung Ji's
00:18:32instructions, Si Yoon went to meet Baek Jin. He navigated through a loud, vibrant entertainment
00:18:37venue. A stark contrast to the sterile environment of the hospital, and a facade for Baek Jin's
00:18:42true operations. The pulsing music and flashing lights assaulted his senses. After what seemed
00:18:47like an eternity, he finally reached his destination. Seung Ji wasn't there, Si Yoon had to announce
00:18:53himself. Baek Jin even made him wait. But Si Yoon, with his usual impassive expression, remained patient.
00:18:59He declared that if he saw Baek Jin or his men, anywhere near Soo Ho's hospital again,
00:19:04he would wipe them out, showing them the true meaning of karma. Baek Jin responded with a
00:19:09condescending smirk. Then, Si Yoon casually revealed the solution to a complex problem Baek Jin had been
00:19:15struggling with, leaving him utterly speechless. Baek Jin pressured Si Yoon to abandon Ho Min in
00:19:20exchange for peace. And Si Yoon agreed. He agreed with a stoic expression. But his heart pounded like a
00:19:26drum, knowing he'd just signed a contract with immense pressure. After Si Yoon left, Baek Jin sat in
00:19:32contemplation. Seung Ji entered, attempting to engage in some friendly conversation, inquiring about
00:19:37what Baek Jin was thinking. But Baek Jin remained unresponsive, his face as blank as an inkless printer,
00:19:43his mind consumed by a single obsession, Yoon Jang Hai. To vent his frustration, he ordered his men to
00:19:50vandalize Ho Min's father's restaurant. Ho Min, in the middle of push-ups, received a call from the
00:19:55police about the incident, and rushed to the scene. He immediately urged his father to apologize,
00:20:00and smooth things over. But his father remained defiant. Seung Ji, presented the scene, delivered a
00:20:06taunting message to Ho Min, making it clear that they were no longer playing games. They were going to war.
00:20:12As Seung Ji departed, Baek Jin called Ho Min, scheduling a showdown for the next day, implying
00:20:18that a fight was inevitable. The following morning, Si Yoon entered his new friend's hangout,
00:20:23his face grim, and announced that he had met with Baek Jin, and decided to leave their group.
00:20:28He requested the other three to pretend they didn't know him to avoid further trouble.
00:20:32Understanding the gravity of the situation, Ho Min simply nodded. Si Yoon turned and left,
00:20:37maintaining his air of cool detachment. Joon Tae immediately followed, protesting that he wouldn't
00:20:42allow Si Yoon to bear the burden alone. But Si Yoon, facing a life-altering decision, put on a brave
00:20:48face. Insisting he was fine, and that he was the one choosing to leave. Even though it was clear he
00:20:53was putting on an act. Later that day, Si Yoon encountered some students from another school.
00:20:58Just as he braced for a beating, they recognized him as someone Baek Jin had explicitly warned them
00:21:03not to touch. He walked away unscathed, his reputation preceding him. Meanwhile, as the remaining trio
00:21:09prepared to leave school, Ho Min suddenly feigned a date and vanished into thin air, leaving the other
00:21:14two bewildered. At that moment, Baek Jin's crew made their move, targeting Hyun Tak and blocking his
00:21:20path. It turned out Hyun Tak had a dark history with them, having been previously assaulted by the group.
00:21:26But this time, he stood his ground, urging Joon Tae to run while he held them off. Joon Tae, blessed with
00:21:32incredible speed, sprinted away like the wind, evading his pursuers with the agility of a seasoned track
00:21:37star. Knowing that whoever reached a phone first had the advantage, Joon Tae made a desperate call
00:21:43to Si Yoon for help. And just as he called, Si Yoon called back and sped off like the wind, ready to
00:21:49jump into combat for his brotherhood. Ho Min, meanwhile, trudged to the entertainment venue to
00:21:53confront Baek Jin. And this is where things get interesting, folks. He went alone, no backup, no posse.
00:22:00A true lone wolf, walking into a potentially deadly showdown, straight out of an action movie. Ho Min stormed into
00:22:06Baek Jin's room, unleashing a flurry of blows, smashing things left and right, venting the fiery
00:22:12rage within him. But Baek Jin, unfazed, responded with a lecture. He calmly explained that he still
00:22:18considered Ho Min a close friend and proposed an alliance. But Ho Min wasn't having any of it.
00:22:23He called Baek Jin an idiot and flatly rejected the offer. Baek Jin, his face as thick as bulletproof
00:22:29glass, retorted that Ho Min was the real fool. And then, cutting to the core of the matter, asked,
00:22:35is Ho Min all right? Stung by the question, Ho Min stormed out. Ostensibly to avoid further
00:22:41negativity, but truly out of concern for his friend. As he exited, Baek Jin's goons swarmed him like
00:22:46flies on. Well, you get the picture. Ho Min, undeterred, fought them off one by one. Like
00:22:53swatting mosquitoes, single-handedly taking down the entire group. On the rooftop, Ho Min was
00:22:58being brutally beaten by Song Jae, who showed no mercy. As if playing a video game on the hardest
00:23:04difficulty setting. Joontae, meanwhile, was being held captive, like a chicken waiting to be plucked.
00:23:10Siong Ji seemed to have a personal vendetta against Haian Tak, focusing his attacks solely on him,
00:23:15leaving Joontae untouched, though equally terrified. Haian Tak was beaten to the point where he could
00:23:21barely stand, a sight that made Joontae's blood run cold. Downstairs, Ho Min continued his rampage,
00:23:27pummeling Baek Jin's men. Just as he was down to the last two, Baek Jin unexpectedly let him go,
00:23:33as if performing an act of charity. This gesture so infuriated Ho Min that he almost turned back for
00:23:38another round, but ultimately chose to prioritize his friends and leave, casting a venomous glare at
00:23:43the smirking Baek Jin as he raced towards the rooftop. At the same time, Siong, having witnessed
00:23:49his friends beating via a phone call, was sprinting to the rescue. On the way, he encountered two
00:23:54strangers excitedly commenting on a viral video. It turned out that Haian, Tak, and Joontae's
00:23:59beating was being filmed and had become an online sensation. While waiting for Siong's arrival,
00:24:04Haian Tak was practically spitting blood. But seeing Joontae cowering against a fence
00:24:09like a helpless puppy, he found the strength to get back on his feet and fight. However,
00:24:14he was already badly injured and no match for Siong Ji. Sadly, Haian Tak was pummeled again before
00:24:20being tossed into the corner where the battered and barely conscious Joontae lay. With the beating
00:24:25complete, Siong Ji calmly adjusted his glasses and snapped a picture of his battered victims,
00:24:31like a hunter posing with his trophy. Just as he captured this image of victory,
00:24:35Siong appeared, handsome and composed, his expression as cold as cash. He surveyed the
00:24:40scene of destruction before him, wasted no time with questions, dropped his backpack, and launched
00:24:46himself at Siong Ji. Armed with a small pen, but fueled by a rage the size of a rice cooker,
00:24:52he lunged, aiming for Siong Ji, who swiftly snatched the pen from his grasp. He tossed it aside,
00:24:58mocking Siong for fighting with a pen like a woman, implying a real man would use his fists.
00:25:04And so, the two clashed like brawling schoolboys. Siong Ji landed the first blow, a powerful punch
00:25:09that sent Siong sprawling to the ground. Undeterred, Siong used his surroundings to his advantage.
00:25:15He kicked a potted plant, creating a cloud of dust to blind his opponent, then grabbed Siong Ji's glasses,
00:25:21broke them, and jabbed the sharp end into his leg, eliciting a yelp of pain that was almost comical.
00:25:26Siong may not have been the strongest fighter, but he was resourceful. Who said bookworms couldn't
00:25:31fight? It became a bizarre dance of attack and defense, one trying to punch the head of the
00:25:36person stabbing his leg, the other relentlessly targeting the same leg. Siong, attempting a
00:25:41finishing blow with the broken glasses, was blocked. The fight continued. The two grappling and
00:25:46punching with a ferocity that suggested they'd never fight again. Siong stumbled after a well-placed
00:25:52kick from Siong Ji, who seized the opportunity to land another blow to his face. But the sight of his
00:25:57two friends lying unconscious spurred Siong to get back up, fighting through the pain, each blow making
00:26:03even the viewers wince. He endured a relentless barrage of punches from Siong Ji, looking as if he was
00:26:09about to cough up blood. Suddenly, in a surprising move, he used his forehead like a battering ram,
00:26:14slamming it down on Siong Ji's injured leg. A scream echoed through the air, audible probably
00:26:20even across the ocean. The fight ended with both of them collapsing unconscious. A scene both tragic
00:26:25and awe-inspiring. They'd fought to the bitter end. Victory or defeat, be damned. The highlight came at
00:26:31the end, as Hu Min arrived, accompanied by the wail of police sirens, sending the bullies scattering.
00:26:37He found Siong lying motionless amidst the debris. His face bloodied like something out of a dramatic
00:26:42action film. In his dazed state, Siong mistook Hu Min for Soo Ho. The episode opens with Hyeon,
00:26:48Tak imparting his fighting wisdom, to the group's weakest link, Joon Tae. His fighting lessons looked
00:26:54more like a gentle Tai Chi class than actual combat training. Meanwhile, Hu Min and Siong were having a
00:27:00heart-to-heart, delving into the past. It's revealed that Hyeon Tak was once a skilled professional
00:27:05athlete. But, as life often has it, tragedy struck during a hangout with Hu Min. Hyeon Tak suffered
00:27:11a severe ligament injury in an accident, effectively ending his promising career and sending him
00:27:15straight to the hospital, like an emergency military draft. The doctor, examining the scans, shook his
00:27:21head, confirming the devastating news. Hyeon Tak could no longer pursue his athletic dreams,
00:27:26and had to retire prematurely. Hyeon Tak's mother was heartbroken, and Hu Min,
00:27:31haunted by the incident, felt a wave of guilt wash over him. Every time he saw Hyeon Tak's face,
00:27:37like the rising tide. The experience had a profound impact on Hu Min, shaping his perspective on life.
00:27:43As the mood turned somber, Siong shared that he, too, had once similarly lost a friend.
00:27:49Siong woke up in Hu Min's house. It turned out Hu Min had carried him there after their escape.
00:27:54Siong, meanwhile, was being pursued by the police like in a primetime crime drama. Instead of gratitude,
00:28:00Siong questioned Hu Min's decision to run, arguing that running away wouldn't solve the problem
00:28:04permanently. Hu Min then revealed his complicated history with Baek Jin, explaining their shared
00:28:10trouble past as childhood friends. The scene then shifted, the tension tightening like a drawn bow
00:28:15string, as Hu Min called Baek Jin to concede defeat. He believed Baek Jin simply wanted to
00:28:20witness his downfall, and then retreat into silence. Like a grain of salt lost in the desert.
00:28:25Perhaps Baek Jin felt differently, but he accepted the concession without a word.
00:28:30Later, Baek Jin picked up Siong Ji from the police station. He led him to a squalid,
00:28:35blood-stained location, the stench of which was so overpowering that even the stoic Siong Ji complained.
00:28:41Unfazed, Baek Jin questioned Siong Ji about what he had told the police,
00:28:45as only Siong Ji had access to his confidential information. Siong Ji, feigning offense, declared he
00:28:50needed a break from their association, hurt by the implication that he wasn't trusted.
00:28:54The next morning, after school, Baek Jin was confronted by a group of shady-looking individuals,
00:29:00waiting for him like insurance salesmen looking for their next client. They told him their boss
00:29:04wanted a word, and invited him into their car. Baek Jin, however, refused. The men immediately
00:29:10resorted to force, grabbing him by the collar like they were towing a broken-down car. Baek Jin
00:29:15wasn't one to back down, and fought back instantly. A brawl erupted without warning. The comical part was
00:29:21that Baek Jin, single-handedly, took down both men, leaving them in a heap like discarded trash
00:29:26after a festival. As he fought, he taunted them, saying, I told you I could handle this myself,
00:29:31but you didn't believe me. Did you really need to see me get physical? Later, as the group enjoyed a
00:29:36moment of peace, Hu Min received a call from the police station. His father, apparently involved in
00:29:41an altercation, was now in custody. Hu Min bolted upright, and ran to the station like a man possessed.
00:29:47Seeing his father behind bars, he panicked, and called Baek Jin for help. Baek Jin, however,
00:29:53didn't answer, sending a chillingly indifferent text message instead, stating that what he really
00:29:58wanted was for Hu Min to join the union. At that moment, Baek Jin's crew strolled past Hu Min,
00:30:03triggering his rage. He unleashed a furious attack on them, right in front of the police station.
00:30:08Badly beaten, they called Baek Jin to report the incident. Baek Jin remained unmoved,
00:30:13simply commenting that Hu Min was doing well. Baek Jin then arrived at his headquarters,
00:30:18where Chairman Choi awaited him, seated on a throne of power. The entertainment venue,
00:30:22which everyone assumed was just a place for picking up girls, was actually Choi's as well.
00:30:27In Choi's presence, Baek Jin became as docile as a leashed puppy. Upon hearing Baek Jin's report,
00:30:33Choi smashed his fist through a table, like someone breaking open a piggy bank, blood dripping from his
00:30:38hand. It was a clear warning to his favorite underling. Failure has consequences. That evening,
00:30:44as Si Yoon dragged himself home, his mother delivered a bombshell. She announced that she
00:30:48was sending him abroad to study, reasoning that staying in Korea meant a constant cycle of bruises
00:30:53and injuries. Si Yoon protested. But his mother, heartbroken by the daily beatings her son endured,
00:30:59insisted. Mother and son clashed. Tears and accusations exchanged. Si Yoon, feeling trapped and
00:31:06desperate. Longed for his friends but felt powerless. The next day, he went to school to
00:31:10request the necessary paperwork for studying abroad. His mind a whirlwind of conflicting thoughts about
00:31:15his future, his education, and the bonds of friendship. Hu Min, equally distraught over Baek Jin and
00:31:21his father's situation, skipped school that morning. His father barged into his room, delivering a harsh
00:31:27lecture on responsibility that would send anyone straight to therapy. Feeling utterly misunderstood by his
00:31:32own family. Hu Min stormed out, his frustration simmering. As he wandered the streets, his phone
00:31:38rang. It was Baek Jin. His voice was icy. His words a direct attack on Hu Min's pride, forcing him to
00:31:44choose between his friends and his family. Infuriated, Hu Min wanted to throw his phone against the wall.
00:31:49He headed to Baek Jin's entertainment venue, where the arrogant Si Ok Nam greeted him with a resounding
00:31:54slap across the face. Hu Min retaliated with a swift, powerful punch. Si Ok Nam then revealed that he had
00:32:01joined the union, and wanted to discuss something important with Hu Min. Meanwhile, at home,
00:32:06Si Yoon was filling out his study abroad application, passport and plane ticket ready. His mind a chaotic
00:32:12mess. Suddenly, Hyun Tak and Jun Tae called, inviting him out for one last hurrah. They went to play
00:32:18basketball, pretending to be cheerful. But the underlying sadness was palpable. They knew about Si Yoon's
00:32:24impending departure, and were trying to be supportive. But their expressions were more melancholic than
00:32:29celebratory. Si Yoon, sensing something amiss, called Hu Min. On the other end of the line, Hu Min,
00:32:35fighting back tears, feigned indifference, coldly telling Si Yoon that it was none of his business,
00:32:41trying to sound detached while clearly caring deeply. It was a classic scene of a painful goodbye,
00:32:46filled with unspoken emotions. After the call, Hu Min walked resolutely towards Baek Jin's
00:32:51headquarters, where a group of underlings awaited him. Baek Jin, standing in the center,
00:32:55with a villainous grin, invited Hu Min to join the union with a look. The scene then cuts to Si Yoon
00:33:01at the airport, passport and ticket in hand, ready to fly away from all the fighting. As he waited to
00:33:07check in, Jun Tae called. The thought of parting ways with his newfound friends so soon brought a
00:33:12wave of emotion, his voice thick with unshed tears. He poured his heart out, like a heartfelt letter
00:33:18from a lovesick teenager, expressing their understanding and shared experiences, bringing Si Yoon to tears.
00:33:24These were the tears of someone who had finally found understanding, but now had to say goodbye.
00:33:29This realization made Si Yoon question his decision to leave. He had finally found true friends,
00:33:34who listened and empathized with him. Suddenly, Hyun Tak arrived, breathless and frantic,
00:33:39having heard that Si Yoon wasn't leaving after all. He'd run as if pursued by demons, his face etched with
00:33:45worry. Ironically, Si Yoon didn't greet him with a joyful smile. His expression remained blank,
00:33:50as he immediately asked about Hu Min, who had apparently made a deal with Baek Jin to maintain
00:33:55peace and prevent further conflict. Hearing this, Hyun Tak's smile faded. The logic of the
00:34:00situation undeniable. The three friends sat in silence, a shared sense of unease hanging heavy
00:34:06in the air. While they worried about their missing friend, Hu Min was embarking on his new career as a
00:34:11gang leader. He immediately encountered a seemingly timid opponent whose hands moved faster than his brain.
00:34:16The opponent attacked first, landing a few blows. But Hu Min remained motionless, like a stone statue,
00:34:23leading his attacker to believe he was a pushover. But Hu Min was playing possum,
00:34:27waiting for the perfect moment to strike. He then unleashed a furious barrage of punches,
00:34:31beating his opponent to a pulp before he could even beg for mercy. The onlookers,
00:34:36witnessing the brutal display, rushed to intervene. But Hu Min's expression remained cold and impassive.
00:34:42After the fight, Hu Min met with Baek Jin, who handed him a thick envelope stuffed with cash.
00:34:47Hu Min was bewildered, wondering what Baek Jin was up to, suddenly handing out a bonus like this.
00:34:52He felt like he was being paid to keep quiet, but the money was actually meant for his father's bail.
00:34:57Hu Min stared at the envelope, the weight of the money heavy in his hands. Not because of its
00:35:02physical heft, but because it felt like a Faustian bargain. He didn't want to accept it,
00:35:07sensing it was a bribe to lure him into further shady dealings. Despite his reservations,
00:35:12he took the money and walked away from the squalid place, his frustration simmering beneath the surface.
00:35:17Stepping outside, he witnessed a group of students fighting. It wasn't a real fight,
00:35:22but a flashback to the past. A memory of him and Baek Jin standing in the same spot,
00:35:27witnessing a similar scene. It was that shared, painful memory that had fractured their friendship.
00:35:32The next morning, the group went to Hu Min's house, knocking until their knuckles were sore.
00:35:37But there was no answer. Just as they were about to give up, Hu Min's father appeared.
00:35:42They followed him inside, expecting a polite conversation and maybe some refreshments.
00:35:47Instead, he poured them shots of hard liquor, like they were his drinking buddies.
00:35:51Before they could even raise their glasses, he launched into a tirade about his disrespectful son,
00:35:56who hadn't come home in days. Angered on their friend's behalf, they defended Hu Min,
00:36:00each offering carefully worded yet impactful rebuttals,
00:36:04that left his father speechless for a full five seconds.
00:36:07Si Yun, seeing the escalating tension, poured fuel on the fire, stating pointedly that the problem
00:36:13wasn't Hu Min, but his father. This prompted Hu Min's father to abruptly kick them out,
00:36:18like unwanted pests. Standing outside, shaken by the encounter, they tried to understand why Hu Min had
00:36:24become so involved in fighting. They pondered but couldn't find a satisfactory answer. The trio then
00:36:29decided to seek out Hyo Man, hoping to extract information about Hu Min's whereabouts and save
00:36:34him before it was too late. Flattered by their pleas, Hyo Man adopted an air of importance,
00:36:38like the CEO of a multi-level marketing company. Teasing them with the information he possessed,
00:36:43he finally offered a cryptic clue, hinting at a gambling den managed by Baik Jin and operated
00:36:49by the infamous Chairman Choi. This place wasn't just a gambling den, it was a front for money laundering,
00:36:55employing a network of gangsters to both maintain the establishment and circulate the illicit funds.
00:37:00Everything had a legitimate facade. They even stole motorcycles, refurbished them,
00:37:04and resold them for profit, a well-organized operation. The police were aware of their activities,
00:37:09but turned a blind eye due to a lack of concrete evidence, allowing the gang to operate with impunity.
00:37:15After a heated exchange of insults, Hyo Man unexpectedly proposed an alliance with Si Yun's
00:37:20group for revenge. To his surprise, they immediately rejected him, flatly stating they didn't need him.
00:37:26Humiliated and furious, Hyo Man stormed off, his face burning with anger.
00:37:31Si Yun, looking at He and Tak and Joon Tae, their faces still bruised and battered. Couldn't bear to
00:37:37see them get hurt again. The group decided to postpone any action, needing time to devise a plan that was
00:37:43both intelligent and loyal to their friendship. Hu Min returned home and placed the envelope of money on
00:37:48the table for his father. No sooner had he sat down than Bae Jin called, barking orders like a mob boss,
00:37:55instructing him to steal a motorcycle, as if they were playing a real-life game of grand theft auto.
00:38:00From top student to money launderer and thief, what a turn of events.
00:38:04Si Yun, having uncovered the truth, went alone to Bae Jin's headquarters, alarming his friends,
00:38:09who couldn't understand his reckless move. Bae Jin's men greeted him with a mixture of amusement
00:38:14and suspicion, but refused to let him see their boss. Si Yun, his face impassive,
00:38:20intimidated them enough that they cautiously backed down, unwilling to risk a confrontation.
00:38:25Meanwhile, Hyun Tak and Joon Tae found the abandoned factory where Bae Jin stashed the stolen
00:38:30motorcycles. They snuck around, peeking through cracks in the walls, finally confirming their suspicions.
00:38:36That night, Hu Min arrived at the factory, preparing to steal a motorcycle as instructed,
00:38:41like completing a mission in a video game. As he was wheeling the bike away, Hyun Tak's phone rang.
00:38:46Hu Min sighed deeply, as if releasing a burden, and then hung up, infuriating Hyun Tak,
00:38:52who nearly smashed his phone in frustration. Enraged, Hyun Tak, with Joon Tae in tow,
00:38:58stormed over to the factory, kicking the door open with the force of his anger. When no one answered,
00:39:03they decided to break in, their impatience reaching a boiling point. After some struggling,
00:39:08they finally managed to get inside. They stealthily explored the factory,
00:39:12eventually discovering a piece of incriminating evidence, Hu Min's tiger print boxers hanging
00:39:16on a clothesline. The boxers clearly showcased their unique taste. This confirmed their suspicions
00:39:21about Hu Min's involvement. Continuing their search, they stumbled upon a stack of suspicious
00:39:26documents and decided to take them as leverage against Bae Jin. The documents contained evidence of
00:39:32money laundering, motorcycle theft, and other illicit activities. Painting a clear picture of high
00:39:37school mafia operations. Meanwhile, Si Yun directly confronted Bae Jin, cutting straight to the chase,
00:39:43asking how a top student like him could get involved in illegal activities. He correctly guessed that
00:39:48Hu Min was aware of everything. Bae Jin listened, his expression unchanging, like a true villain.
00:39:54He knew Si Yun was there as a distraction, while his friends infiltrated the factory. This realization
00:39:59put him on the defensive. Seeing his plan exposed, Si Yun prepared to throw the first punch.
00:40:04But before he could, Hu Min appeared like a deus ex machina, pulling Si Yun away. Outside,
00:40:11Si Yun explained that Hyun Tak and Jun Tae were in danger and needed immediate help.
00:40:16Hu Min agreed to stay, and handled Bae Jin while Si Yun went to rescue their friends. He bluntly told
00:40:21Bae Jin he wouldn't steal the motorcycle, and declared their association over their paths diverging as
00:40:27if they'd never met. Bae Jin could only watch him go, a bitter taste in his mouth. Back at the factory,
00:40:33Hyun Tak and Jun Tae had found the incriminating documents related to the stolen motorcycles,
00:40:38overjoyed like they'd discovered buried treasure. As they prepared to leave, Bae Jin's men suddenly
00:40:43appeared, blocking the exit. As usual, Jun Tae hid behind Hyun Tak. A fierce fight erupted,
00:40:50Hyun Tak landing punches, while Jun Tae clutched the precious documents. The battle raged, eventually
00:40:55becoming a two-on-two showdown. Hyun Tak endured a brutal beating, getting knocked down repeatedly,
00:41:01but always getting back up. Just as the decisive blow was about to land, Jun Tae bravely jumped in
00:41:06front of Hyun Tak, taking the hit for his friend. It was a true testament to their enduring bond.
00:41:12Clutching the documents, they ran for their lives, pursued like they were in a scene from a chase movie,
00:41:17finally reaching safety, breathless and on the verge of tears. As Si Yun raced to help his friends,
00:41:22he received a call from the hospital. Soo Ho was in critical condition. The hospital, having only Si Yun's
00:41:28contact information, called him seeking a way to reach Soo Ho's family. The news of his friend's
00:41:33dire situation stopped Si Yun in his tracks, his face draining of color. Hyun Tak and Jun Tae continued
00:41:40their desperate flight, running through alleyways and streets, eventually finding refuge under an old
00:41:45truck, hiding like ninjas in the shadows. Hyun Tak marveled at the effectiveness of their hiding spot,
00:41:50while Jun Tae, ever the experienced victim of bullying, boasted about his hiding expertise,
00:41:56assuring his friend they were safe. They shared a relieved laugh, believing they had escaped unscathed,
00:42:01ready to celebrate their victory. But their laughter was cut short. One of the enemy spotted them,
00:42:06and the chase was on. It was like a scene straight out of a survival game. One guy went straight for
00:42:11Hyun Tak, tackling him to the ground. Another chased Jun Tae, his sole focus on getting those documents back.
00:42:17And the kicker? After snatching the papers, he didn't just run. He proceeded to punch Jun Tae repeatedly,
00:42:23yelling, what are you even gonna do with these? It was so absurd, it was almost comical.
00:42:28Beaten and bruised, the two friends couldn't even muster a whimper. Just when it seemed like they
00:42:33were about to become nameless, faceless casualties. Hu Min arrived on the scene. Seeing his friends lying
00:42:39there like fallen leaves in autumn, his fury ignited. He glared at their attackers, with the
00:42:44intensity of a thousand burning suns. Without a word, one of the enemies lunged at Hu Min. They even
00:42:49tried a cheap shot. A guy on a motorcycle attempted a blindside hit from behind.
00:42:53But Hu Min dodged it like a ninja, encountered with a kick that sent the attacker flying into a wall.
00:42:58The motorcyclist, undeterred, came back swinging a club. Hu Min didn't even flinch. He punched
00:43:04straight through the guy's helmet. Crack! The helmet shattered, and the rider went flying off his bike
00:43:09like a firework. The last remaining enemy stood frozen, his face as pale as a ghost. He looked
00:43:14terrified, practically begging for mercy. But Hu Min wasn't about to let him off easy. He grabbed the guy by
00:43:20the throat. His grip so tight that Hyun Tak had to intervene. Seeing Hyun Tak struggling,
00:43:26Joon Tae rushed to help. But just then, his phone rang. After the call, Joon Tae went white as a sheet.
00:43:32His voice trembling as he yelled,
00:43:34Sai Yun's been in an accident. He's at the hospital. Everything stopped. The fight, the anger,
00:43:39everything. They all scrambled to their feet, and raced to the hospital like moths to a flame. Arriving,
00:43:45they were met with a chilling sight. Sai Yun lay motionless in the intensive care unit. His mother
00:43:50sobbing uncontrollably beside her. The group stood there, speechless. The weight of potential loss
00:43:55hanging heavy in the air. Lost in a deep coma. Sai Yun's subconscious mind retreated to a quiet corner,
00:44:01where he watched her three friends playing happily. Seemingly without a care in the world. Suddenly,
00:44:07Suho appeared in the corner. His eyes filled with sadness. He spoke to Si Yun, telling him something
00:44:12about everyone eventually meeting the same fate. He spoke of how those left behind are always the
00:44:17ones who suffer the most, enduring the pain of separation and loss. His words pierced Si Yun's
00:44:22heart like shards of glass. Even in her dreams, he couldn't escape the weight of self-blame and regret.
00:44:27Outside the ICU, Hyun Tak, Joon Tae, and Hu Min sat huddled together. Their eyes red-rimmed,
00:44:34and their hearts heavy with guilt. They couldn't bring themselves to look Sai Yun's mother in the eye.
00:44:39Instead of yelling or blaming them, she spoke softly. Si Yun's going to be okay.
00:44:43You boys go home and get some rest. They all shook their heads in unison.
00:44:47It's okay. We're Si Yun's friends. We're not leaving him. They expected a heartwarming moment,
00:44:53a shared understanding of their loyalty. But Si Yun's mother's reaction took a sharp,
00:44:57unexpected turn. Tears streaming down her face, she pleaded. Please don't be friends with Si Yun anymore.
00:45:03I'm begging you. The three friends froze, caught between laughter and tears.
00:45:08They didn't know how to react to this heartbreaking request. They stood there,
00:45:12silently swallowing their own tears, understanding for the first time the profound helplessness they
00:45:17felt in the face of an adult's pain. Meanwhile, Baek Jin discovered a page missing from his ledger,
00:45:22detailing illegal vehicle sales. His face darkened, like a man who just lost his deed to his house.
00:45:28He ordered his men to hunt down the perpetrators at all costs. Before everything went south, his eyes
00:45:33were filled with a mixture of darkness and rage, directed especially at Hu Min. It was clear he was
00:45:38plotting his revenge. That morning, Hu Min returned home to face his father. His dad continued his
00:45:44usual routine of scolding him, but his hands were busy preparing a meal. A subtle welcome for his
00:45:49stubborn son. During the meal, he roughly tossed a piece of fish cake at Hu Min. Eat, he grunted,
00:45:55his tone a mixture of frustration and concern. Before the food got cold, Hu Min's father pushed the stack
00:46:01of money. Hu Min had left on the table towards him. Return it, he said. He didn't care how his
00:46:06son had earned the money, he refused to use it. Hu Min sat silently, like a statue, not saying a word.
00:46:12His father continued, recounting how one of Hu Min's friends had come looking for him earlier
00:46:17that day. Expressing frustration that one of them, despite looking decent, had dared to lecture him.
00:46:23He sighed. Then said that Hu Min was lucky to have friends who searched for him when he was missing.
00:46:28While he himself was lonely, and no one cared. He spoke about the preciousness of such strong
00:46:33friendships. Something to be cherished for a lifetime. As he spoke, tears began to well up
00:46:38in his eyes. They weren't tears of anger, but tears of pain and regret. Hu Min finally broke down.
00:46:44He understood that he was the one who had dragged his friends into danger. It was because of him that
00:46:48Si Yoon was now lying unconscious in the ICU. In that moment, he wept like a child, who had just
00:46:54lost the most precious thing in the world. The scene shifted back to Si Yoon, still pale and
00:46:58motionless in the ICU. Joon Tae sat silently on a bus, holding the page from the motorcycle ledger,
00:47:05his mind heavy with worry. He thought about Si Yoon, his cool yet warm gaze, and wondered what he
00:47:10should do with this mess. After much deliberation, Joon Tae decided to take the document to the police,
00:47:16hoping for a glimmer of light in the chaos. He nervously explained that he only had this record,
00:47:21but the officer refused to investigate, citing a lack of invoices or concrete evidence.
00:47:26While seemingly by the book, the officer's expression was shifty, like a seasoned actor
00:47:31performing. He tried to manipulate Joon Tae, suggesting he leave the document for further
00:47:35investigation. But Joon Tae's gut screamed danger. He snatched the paper back and bolted out of the
00:47:41station like a rabbit fleeing a wolf. He knew if he stayed, something bad would happen.
00:47:46As soon as Joon Tae left, the officer sighed, his true colors revealing themselves. He was clearly
00:47:52in cahoots with Baek Jin's operation. Joon Tae's relief was short-lived. Baek Jin's goons ambushed him,
00:47:58dragging him into a dark alley and beating him like a punching bag. They then burned the incriminating
00:48:03document. But Baek Jin wasn't satisfied. He showed up personally, demanding to know if Joon Tae
00:48:08had made copies. You say it's not important. Joon Tae spat back, despite being bruised and bloodied.
00:48:14Then why are you so scared? Why did you have to chase me down and burn it? He refused to back down,
00:48:20demanding the safe release of Hu Min and Hyun Tak before he would delete any photos he might have
00:48:24taken. Infuriated, they kicked him relentlessly. Joon Tae just shielded his head, thinking only of
00:48:30protecting his friends. Suddenly, Xiang Ji appeared, his presence so commanding that even the thugs paused
00:48:37their assault. He looked at Joon Tae, sighed, and advised him to cooperate. He pointed out he was no
00:48:42longer part of the alliance, so Joon Tae shouldn't expect any favors. Joon Tae stubbornly replied,
00:48:48I don't take orders from punks like you. Xiang Ji recognized the kid's foolish bravery and,
00:48:53without another word, proceeded to dismantle the thugs, unleashing a flurry of punches like he was
00:48:59taking out his frustrations on a weekend punching bag. By the time Hu Min and Hyun Tak arrived,
00:49:04the fight was over. Joon Tae sat on the ground. Xiang Ji standing over him like a reluctant bodyguard.
00:49:10Hu Min and Hyun Tak rushed to help Joon Tae up. Hu Min hesitated, looking at Xiang Ji with
00:49:15gratitude but unsure how to express it. Xiang Ji just smirked and offered a casual remark.
00:49:21You're the school boss, Hu Min. Xiang Ji said, a hint of something in his voice.
00:49:26But Sai Yun, he's the real deal. Hu Min simply nodded, a quiet acknowledgement,
00:49:31and thanked Xiang Ji as he walked away. Back at his base, Baek Jin found his boss, Choi,
00:49:37in a rage. Choi's face was red as a beet, furious at Baek Jin's incompetent management of his crew,
00:49:43and the botched, stolen motorcycle operation. He yelled, throwing things around in a fit of anger.
00:49:48But Baek Jin, his face impassive, argued back point by point, showing no respect.
00:49:54I'm a boss myself now. He practically snarled. You can't intimidate me. This defiance only fueled Choi's
00:50:00anger. But seeing that a shouting match wouldn't get him anywhere, he finally stormed off. As they walked,
00:50:06Jun Tae confessed, his voice weak, that he had kept a page from the ledger, which was why he'd been
00:50:12chased down. The others were stunned, caught between anger and a grudging admiration. Jun Tae, it turned
00:50:18out, was just as crazy as Si Yun, willing to risk everything for his friends. Hu Min froze, guilt
00:50:24stabbing at his heart. But Hyun Tak wouldn't let him wallow. He snapped Hu Min out of it, and urged them
00:50:29to get Jun Tae to the hospital, and to visit Si Yun, knowing they all had unspoken things weighing on their
00:50:35minds. The next morning, Hu Min went full on Daredevil mode. Armed with a megaphone, he stood
00:50:40alone in the middle of the schoolyard, and called out Baek Jin. Like a scene from a challenge video.
00:50:46Baek Jin was dumbfounded. He couldn't believe Hu Min had the guts to show up, and openly challenge
00:50:51him at his school. He was furious. He'd been carefully cultivating his image as a cool, untouchable boss.
00:50:57And here was Hu Min exposing him as a gangster. Seeing Hu Min standing there alone, like he was ready to take
00:51:03on the world, someone in the crowd yelled that Hu Min was challenging the entire alliance,
00:51:08looking for allies for one final epic showdown. Hyun Tak joined in, grabbing a megaphone and rallying
00:51:14the entire school to Hu Min's side. His voice echoed across the courtyard, igniting the atmosphere
00:51:20like a stadium before a championship game. And in that moment, the true face of Yun Jiang
00:51:24Hai began to emerge. It was a place where oppression simmered beneath the surface. A place where all it
00:51:29took was one brave soul to stand up. And others, still clinging to their self-respect, would join
00:51:34the fight. Meanwhile, Si Yun remained unconscious. Hu Min went to his bedside, watching his friend lie
00:51:40motionless. Filled with regret for everything that had led them to this point. For dragging them into
00:51:45this cycle of violence. He then went to see Si Yun's mother. He bowed his head, apologizing, and turned
00:51:51to leave. Assuming she wouldn't want to see him again. But she called him back, gently explaining that
00:51:56Si Yun hadn't suffered a severe physical injury. He was in a coma, brought on by psychological trauma.
00:52:02He needed time to heal. And when he would wake up depended entirely on his own will to fight.
00:52:07In his subconscious, Si Yun was being pulled away by Su Ho. Like a friend, reluctant to let go.
00:52:12Su Ho held Si Yun's hand. Wanting him to stay in this dreamlike world. But Si Yun remained aware.
00:52:18Remembering his family, his friends, everything he held dear. He gently released Su Ho's hand. Choosing to
00:52:24return to reality. And in that moment of decisive choice, Si Yun's eyes suddenly flew open. He bolted
00:52:30upright as if jolted awake. Desperate to find Su Ho. His mind was a whirlwind of pain and confusion.
00:52:36Like a ball squeezed to the point of bursting. Hu Min, trying to contain his own emotions, gently
00:52:41reassured Si Yun that his friend was okay. That nothing serious had happened. It turned out Su Ho's
00:52:47heart rate had become unstable. The hospital couldn't reach his grandmother, so they'd called Si Yun's
00:52:52number. The news hit Si Yun like a punch to the gut. He made his way to the hospital,
00:52:56each step heavy with dread. Seeing Su Ho alive and stable, he finally let out a breath he hadn't
00:53:01realized he was holding. He turned to leave. His mind a chaotic mess. Like a Korean drama with no
00:53:07escape in sight. His heart ached. His mind urged him to be strong. But all he wanted to do was cry.
00:53:13And then, amidst the turmoil of his thoughts, he saw them. His three best friends. Waiting for him.
00:53:19They huddled together like puppies caught in the rain. Waiting for their owner. The sight brought
00:53:24a flicker of a smile to Si Yun's lips. For the first time in days, his eyes lit up. Seeing the
00:53:29genuine care in their faces. Jun Tae, in particular, looked like he was about to burst into tears.
00:53:35Having feared the worst. Hu Min, putting on a brave face. Declared that real men don't cry.
00:53:41Now that Si Yun was awake. But Si Yun immediately shot him down. Reminding him that he'd seen Hu Min crying
00:53:47like a baby just the day before. They all laughed, the tension finally breaking.
00:53:51Despite having just woken up, Si Yun didn't forget what was important. He immediately asked about
00:53:56Baek Jin. His eyes filled with a steely resolve. After Si Yun fully recovered, they all headed to the
00:54:02location of the impending showdown, with the alliance. The air thick with anticipation. Like
00:54:07the moments before an action movie explodes onto the screen. The scene cuts to Si Yong Ji. Everyone knew he
00:54:13was Baek Jin's most trusted ally within the alliance. He'd just been treated to a meal by Si Yun.
00:54:19Yet his face was still etched with resentment. Like a man who'd won the lottery but lost the ticket.
00:54:24As he ate, he grumbled about how angry and frustrated he still was. But Si Yun put on a
00:54:29masterful performance. Feigning a sleepy, innocent look to manipulate Si Yong Ji,
00:54:34he softly apologized and proposed a collaboration. His words like honey. Intrigued, Si Yong Ji thought.
00:54:40All right, let's see what you've got. And agreed to hear him out. Si Yun laid out his plan. If Si
00:54:45Yong Ji helped dismantle the alliance, he would escape unscathed. It sounded reasonable enough,
00:54:51so Shang Ji agreed. Deal sealed. With the persuasion complete, Si Yun took off like the wind to study
00:54:57his opponent's strategy. He analyzed every detail like a chess grandmaster, developing a meticulous plan.
00:55:03Recognizing that Yun Zhang was severely outnumbered. He knew the best approach wasn't a head-on
00:55:08assault. But to divide the enemy from within. He was in full strategist mode. Radiating confidence
00:55:14like a general about to lead his troops into battle. His next target was the cunning Hyoman.
00:55:19The plan, have Hyoman pretend to be Baek Jin withdrawing funds. Creating the illusion that Baek
00:55:24Jin was skimming money from his crew. The missing money would naturally cause chaos among the ranks.
00:55:28Like ants in a boiling pot. Suspicion and discord would fester, turning them against each other.
00:55:33Meanwhile, Hyun Tak diligently trained. Doing push-ups and sit-ups like a soldier preparing for war.
00:55:39Hu Min confided in him. Revealing that despite his tough exterior, he still worried about Baek
00:55:44Jin. After all, they had been close friends since childhood. Baek Jin wasn't oblivious.
00:55:50Lost in thought one morning, he received a call from a teacher at the orphanage where he'd grown up.
00:55:54She told him to stop sending money and gifts. It seemed like a simple request,
00:55:58but it was a thinly veiled accusation. She was starting to suspect something was amiss.
00:56:03Wondering how he'd become so wealthy so quickly. Baek Jin froze. His face as still as a lake on a
00:56:08windless autumn day. The day of the showdown arrived. A day of relentless rain. The heavens
00:56:13opened, drenching the schoolyard. The scene was epic. Each side stood holding umbrellas in the downpour.
00:56:19Looking impossibly cool. Like something out of a blockbuster film. Baek Jin's crew arrived early,
00:56:25radiating a menacing aura. Hu Min's group arrived later. Each step on the wet pavement,
00:56:30somehow exuding effortless style. Suddenly, a large group of Yunjang students appeared behind
00:56:35Juntae and Hyontak. They arrived like a storm surge. Ready to reclaim the reputation that had been
00:56:42trampled by the Alliance. Even more surprising, Hyoman, with his trademark mischievous grin, stood
00:56:48among them. Umbrella in hand. Ready to join the fight. As if he'd never betrayed anyone. It was clear,
00:56:54even with internal conflicts. When it came to their friends, they were united. Their bond as strong as
00:56:59superglue. Just then, Se-yoon received a text from Se-yong Ji. Claiming to have evidence against Baek Jin.
00:57:06Se-yoon rushed to the meeting point. Se-yong Ji presented a phone. Supposedly containing all the
00:57:11secrets. Se-yoon thought he had it in the bag. But suddenly, he was blindsided. Se-yong Ji hadn't
00:57:17been so easily swayed. A large man lurking in the shadows ambushed Se-yoon, choking him until he passed out.
00:57:24Meanwhile, Hyo-min stood in the schoolyard. Heart swelling with pride as he saw his friends arrive.
00:57:29Ready for the showdown. But he quickly realized Se-yoon was missing. Juntae immediately tried
00:57:34calling him. But the only response was the automated message indicating the phone was out of service.
00:57:39He knew something was wrong. Se-yoon had confirmed he was on his way. A disconnected phone could only
00:57:44mean trouble. Without a word, Juntae left the group to search for his friend. Hyo-min led the
00:57:49Yun-jong students towards Baek Jin's crew. Determined to dismantle the alliance once and for all.
00:57:54As he walked, he strategized. Instructing his friends to take on the remaining members of the
00:57:59alliance. Hyo-man, standing beside him, yelled, OK! With the enthusiasm of a fishmonger at a market.
00:58:06Then, all hell broke loose. It was a chaotic free-for-all. Punches and kicks flying in the pouring rain.
00:58:12Fueled by long, simmering resentment, the battle was about to explode. As the large man prepared to finish
00:58:18Se-yoon off, he suddenly woke up. Grabbing a nearby object, he struck the man. Just as Juntae arrived.
00:58:24They found Se-yoon stumbling out of the room. Before they could escape, the large man recovered
00:58:28and attacked Se-yoon again. The two friends found themselves facing him once more. His size gave him
00:58:34an advantage. Charging at them like a raging bull. Sending the slider Juntae crashing to the ground.
00:58:39Injured. Se-yoon wanted to get Juntae to a hospital. But Juntae stubbornly refused.
00:58:45Right now, the priority is taking down the alliance. He insisted. Everything else can wait.
00:58:50Back at the main battle, the students continued to clash. One tackled another, bringing him down.
00:58:55Another landed a kick that sent his opponent crashing to the ground. Head first. The fight
00:59:00raged on, each blow fueled by anger and frustration. The tension was palpable. Like a real-life martial
00:59:06arts movie. Adrenaline pumping through the veins of everyone present. Finally, baked Jun reached
00:59:12Hu Min. They locked eyes. A millennium's worth of animosity brewing between them.
00:59:17Like two lions about to clash in a fight to the death. Meanwhile, Se-yoon was racing to reinforce
00:59:22his friends. But before he could arrive, baked Jun struck first. Landing a series of powerful blows
00:59:27on Hu Min. Hu Min, wincing. Actually chuckled. Complimenting baked Jun's improved punching power.
00:59:34Then, without hesitation, he retaliated. A single, well-placed punch dislocated baked Jun's shoulder.
00:59:41Seeing his childhood friend writhing in pain, Hu Min's face hardened. There was no room for
00:59:45sentimentality now. This was a fight for survival. They clashed, punches flying without mercy. Each
00:59:51blow echoing through the schoolyard. Suddenly, Hu Min was hit with a devastating blow from baked Jun,
00:59:57and collapsed to the ground, motionless. One of the alliance members yelled triumphantly,
01:00:02declaring baked Jun the victor. Seeing baked Jun standing over Hu Min like a final boss,
01:00:07the others stopped fighting. Baek Jin seized the moment. Announcing that Yun Jang Hai was now
01:00:12officially part of the alliance. Challenging anyone who disagreed to step forward. Just then,
01:00:17like a hero in a movie, Se-yoon emerged, wielding a spiked club. His face as cold as steel. His presence
01:00:24radiating an aura of righteous fury. Everyone watched nervously. This was a clash of titans, and no one
01:00:29dared interfere. They held their breath, anticipating a brutal showdown. A fight where only one would walk away.
01:00:35Seeing Se-yoon's defiance, Baek Jin's face flushed with rage. He tried to project an air of dominance,
01:00:42pretending he wasn't afraid. But he subtly hid one hand in his sleeve as he threw a punch at Se-yoon.
01:00:48Se-yoon wasn't backing down. He fought with the combined weight of Hu Min's and his friend's pain
01:00:53on his shoulders. The two traded blows, the intensity of the fight electrifying the air. When Se-yoon fell,
01:00:59he refused to give up, striking repeatedly at Baek Jin's legs, causing him to buckle in pain.
01:01:04They continued their brutal exchange. Determined to settle the score then and there, Baek Jin,
01:01:09reeling from several powerful blows, finally collapsed. His leg twisted at an unnatural
01:01:14angle. The Yunjang students erupted in cheers. But the fight wasn't over. Despite the pain, Baek Jin
01:01:20struggled to his feet, his eyes burning with hatred, fixated on Se-yoon. Whether from exhaustion or some
01:01:27other reason, Se-yoon began to falter, absorbing blow after blow from Baek Jin. Each blow landed like a
01:01:33hammer, leaving Se-yoon reeling. Then, a vicious hook connected with his face, sending him sprawling
01:01:39to the ground. Everyone thought he was down for the count. But Se-yoon, his mouth full of blood,
01:01:44somehow managed to stagger to his feet, his eyes blazing with a warrior spirit. He lunged at Baek Jin,
01:01:50relentlessly attacking his injured leg. As if trying to break it, Baek Jin shoved him away. But Se-yoon
01:01:56wouldn't let up. He unleashed a barrage of punches to Baek Jin's face. Each blow fueled by pain and fury,
01:02:02Baek Jin was clearly hurt. But in a last desperate act, he grabbed Se-yoon's fist, pulled him in,
01:02:08and delivered a devastating counterpunch that sent Se-yoon crashing back down. He lay motionless.
01:02:14While Baek Jin's crew erupted in laughter, Baek Jin, struggling to breathe, stood over him,
01:02:19his eyes still burning with malice. He finally realized that Se-yoon had been targeting his weak
01:02:24points all along. His leg, his arm, and now his very ability to fight. Enraged, he yelled,
01:02:31Get up! Come on, fight me. Let's see how long you can last.
01:02:34His challenge echoed through the rain-soaked schoolyard, setting the stage for the final act.
01:02:39Se-yoon, lying on the ground, his mouth full of blood, still managed to utter a defiant.
01:02:44You're still within my control. Even if my limbs are useless. It turned out Se-yoon's desperate,
01:02:50brutal fight had been a distraction. Buying time for He-min to recover. Just as Baek Jin realized he'd
01:02:56been played, Hu-min reappeared like an avenging angel, delivering a thunderous blow that sent Baek Jin's
01:03:01body trembling. The force of the impact was so visible that everyone watching could see Baek Jin
01:03:06shaking. Hu-min followed up with a final, decisive blow, knocking Baek Jin to the ground, where he
01:03:12lay still, like a punching bag after a knockout punch. Silence fell over the schoolyard. Everyone knew
01:03:18Baek Jin was done. His crew stood frozen, their faces pale with shock. Victorious, but not triumphant.
01:03:25Hu-min bowed his head and apologized to Baek Jin for everything. Baek Jin, his pride still intact,
01:03:30refused to apologize in return. Hu-min declared the fight over, allowing the Yun-jang students to
01:03:36retreat with their heads held high. The tension that had gripped the schoolyard finally dissipated.
01:03:40Se-yoon slowly rose to his feet. He walked towards Baek Jin, silently looking down at him with a mixture
01:03:46of pity and regret, before turning and walking away without a word. It was a quiet ending, but one that
01:03:52carried the weight of a thousand unspoken words. The Yun-jang students, battered and bruised,
01:03:56stumbled towards the bus stop, looking like they'd just crawled out of hell. They were barely able to
01:04:01walk, each step a struggle. Then they saw Jun-tae limping towards them, looking just as rough. They all
01:04:07piled onto the bus, collapsing onto the seats. Exhausted, heads resting on each other. Oblivious to the world
01:04:14outside, the weight of the brutal, beautiful, heartbreaking battle finally behind them. Time passed. They entered their
01:04:20final year of high school. Their faces etched with a newfound maturity. After the life or death
01:04:25struggle they'd endured, rumors of Baek Jin's disappearance spread through the school like
01:04:29wildfire. No one knew where he'd gone or what he was doing. And no one had any definitive answers.
01:04:35Se-yoon often sat lost in thought, his gaze distant. As if searching through shattered memories,
01:04:41thinking about Baek Jin and everything that had happened. Hu-min approached him, gently ruffling his
01:04:46hair in a gesture of affection. Se-yoon, no longer the sullen, prickly character he once was,
01:04:52simply smiled. A sign that he had learned to forgive, both himself and others. Lost in contemplation,
01:04:58Se-yoon suddenly received a phone call. Without a word he jumped up, pulling his three friends along
01:05:03with him, racing towards an unknown destination. Se-yoon led the way, his eyes shining with an unusual
01:05:09light. There, waiting for him, was Su-ho, the friend he thought he'd lost. Sitting in a wheelchair,
01:05:15looking at Se-yoon with a vacant expression. Hu-min gently encouraged Se-yoon,
01:05:20Go ahead, your friend is waiting. Se-yoon took a deep breath and slowly approached Su-ho,
01:05:26each step heavy with unspoken emotion. Su-ho looked at Se-yoon, then at the group of friends
01:05:31standing behind him. His face confused. Who are they? he asked. Se-yoon smiled, his eyes welling up.
01:05:38They're my friends, he replied. Those simple words seemed to lift a weight from both their shoulders.
01:05:43Su-ho smiled. A smile of quiet contentment and understanding. As if realizing that even in the
01:05:48cruelest of worlds, true friendship offered hope. In that moment, Se-yoon smiled too. A genuine,
01:05:55bright smile. Like a child finally free to run towards the light after a long, dark storm.
01:06:00Later, Se-yoon was strolling through Baek Jin's old territory when a stranger approached him, asking,
01:06:06Are you Baek Jin's friend? Se-yoon gave a non-committal answer, implying it didn't really
01:06:11matter whether he was or wasn't. The stranger offered Se-yoon a chance to take Baek Jin's place,
01:06:16but in a more VIP setting, a place where the money was even better. Se-yoon scoffed,
01:06:22calling the place unromantic and tacky. But he pocketed the business card anyway.
01:06:27As he walked away, he hesitated, turning back to ask about Baek Jin's whereabouts.
01:06:31But the stranger just shrugged, feigning ignorance. The scene abruptly shifted to Joon Tae,
01:06:36Hugh Min, Hyun Tak, and Se-yoon, all with tears in their eyes. It was Baek Jin's funeral.
01:06:42No one knew how or when he had died, but they mourned him nonetheless. The movie ended.