Lookism: Fighting Prodigy

A young boy plagued by rumors surrounding his father's alleged ties to the Yakuza. Despite never knowing his father, Jin-Ho faces daily torment at school due to his slender physique, enduring relentless bullying from classmates Sunghoon Bae, Woosung Kim, and Jisoo Jung.

One fateful day, Jin-Ho is ambushed and subjected to a vicious assault in a school bathroom, recorded by one of the bullies. Helpless and outnumbered, Jin-Ho's torment escalates until the intervention of Taeyoung Bae, a formidable figure known for his prowess in Taekwondo. Taeyoung's timely arrival thwarts the attackers, leaving Jin-Ho in awe of his rescuer's skill.

Desperate to defend himself and inspired by Taeyoung's abilities, Jin-Ho pleads for Taeyoung to teach him. Initially reluctant, Taeyoung sets a seemingly impossible challenge: if Jin-Ho can perform a complex 540-degree kick, Taeyoung will consider teaching him. Doubting his own capabilities, Jin-Ho nevertheless accepts the challenge as his only hope for self-defense.

With determination and focus, Jin-Ho channels every ounce of strength and concentration into executing the demanding kick. Against all odds, he executes the move with surprising precision, astonishing both himself and Taeyoung. Recognizing Jin-Ho's untapped potential, Taeyoung acknowledges his skill and hints at the truth behind Jin-Ho's rumored lineage, setting the stage for a journey of self-discovery, martial arts mastery, and uncovering familial secrets.

(This fan-fiction is republished.)