Ch.314The important thing is the story.
by fnovelpia
[Zain Lance OMG Declaring Victory Before Even Starting]
-He’s not just saying he’ll win, he’s saying he’ll kill him
-But doesn’t Kim Donghu usually properly refute these kinds of things?
-Why is he so quiet OMG
ㄴSeriously
ㄴDid he really get scared?
ㄴBut he usually stays quiet then explodes
ㄴ”Don’t test my kindness, Ed” where is Kim Donghu now?
ㄴGive back that “be thankful this isn’t in the ring” line
Right after Zain Lance’s interview.
The community heated up once again.
It was inevitable.
People always needed new topics.
And in that regard, a battle between the strongest fighters was an extremely tempting feast.
And in that respect.
Perhaps because Zain Lance gave his interview first.
[Shouldn’t Kim Donghu quickly respond with his own interview?]
-What’s he doing being so quiet
-I wish he’d just directly address this
ㄴSeriously, it’s frustrating with no response so far
ㄴOr he could’ve thrown the first punch at a time like this
ㄴBut he has a strong personality though, hmm
ㄴDoes he lack competitive spirit?
ㄴㄴThat’s nonsense lol
[Saying Kim Donghu lacks competitive spirit is nonsense]
-Don’t you know he always wants to win when he’s on variety shows?
-And that perfectly matches his broadcast persona lol
-When he couldn’t use his legs on Run! Rushman!, he did a handstand, why did he do that?
-Simply because he “wanted to win”
ㄴBut didn’t he lose then?
ㄴㄴGive Sujin a break lol
No matter how much he had built up until now.
Public opinion itself flowed toward Zain Lance.
“Good, that’s fine.”
Zain Lance smiled broadly as he listened to his manager’s report.
“Good strategy, Bill?”
“Public opinion is important. They’re probably quite flustered over there.”
At his longtime manager Bill’s words,
Zain Lance half-reclined on the sofa and stretched his legs.
‘This is my chance.’
Honestly, Zain Lance felt that this was the peak of his life.
Because one day, suddenly.
For absolutely no reason, he had become incredibly strong.
He had always been championship material.
But how should he put this?
He had gained power beyond that.
A level of strength that made him believe he had undergone a metamorphosis.
Without any special experience.
Zain Lance was confused at first.
But soon realized.
“This is an opportunity given to me by God, to become the strongest.”
That now was the time to live a completely different life.
That this was the moment to vigorously walk the royal road that would unfold before him.
While thinking about this.
“Yeah, that’s right. But why Kim Donghu specifically?”
At manager Bill’s words, Zain Lance turned his head.
“Huh?”
“I mean, right after dominating boxing and MMA heavyweight, you immediately called out Donghu Kim. I was wondering if there was a reason.”
“Oh, that? Is that so important?”
“Huh?”
The sudden change in tone.
His body remained still while only his head turned.
Bill was taken aback by this cheap mannequin-like appearance.
“I asked if that’s so important.”
“Ah, no… I was just curious.”
The Zain Lance who had been laughing and chatting until just now was gone.
It suddenly felt like talking to a doll with no expression, just moving its mouth.
“It’s not that important. I’m just going to fight Kim Donghu. Once in July, once at the end of the year. Before 2024 ends.”
Understand?
At those words, Bill forcibly moved his creaking neck.
And as soon as he finished nodding.
“I just want to step on anyone who shows signs of becoming… the strongest fighter in history, which I should be, and no one else.”
Life returned to Zain Lance’s face.
He leisurely poured a drink into his glass with the face everyone knew.
“Y-yeah… right.”
Bill didn’t dare ask what that moment had been about.
It was frightening, and he strongly felt that something was off.
“By the way, are you keeping track of Kim Donghu’s movements?”
“Yeah, I’m monitoring through Instagram and such.”
“Good, keep watching. Especially knowing what kind of training he’s doing is most important.”
“Got it.”
While the really important training videos are usually uploaded before matches.
Since being a fighter isn’t purely about fighting.
It was common to show training videos as fan service.
Even though these videos were filmed for service purposes.
Habits hidden within them were mostly revealed without concealment.
“Donghu Kim had about a 2-year hiatus, so his style might have changed.”
In fact, Kim Donghu was extremely difficult to deal with in that regard.
He was the type to make analysis time futile.
Pure fundamentals.
A strange type who proceeds with matches according to textbook methods, nothing else needed.
No bad habits or peculiar quirks.
He hits, blocks, dodges, and pushes forward exactly as written in textbooks.
If forced to pick a weakness, it would be that because he operates by the book.
He doesn’t introduce variables?
But the funny thing is.
“Not using them doesn’t mean he can’t use them.”
But if asked whether that’s a weakness, it’s not.
From Olympic games to the Edward match.
Countless fighters have thrown eggs trying to break Kim Donghu’s “fundamentals.”
And each time, the rock didn’t budge at all.
That’s why the latest training videos were even more necessary.
“But what if he doesn’t upload any?”
Zain Lance worried with a slight concern.
“No, after this level of provocation, they’ll definitely take action. And with that action… training videos will naturally be uploaded.”
Bill reassured Zain Lance.
After some time had passed.
“It’s up!”
Bill checked Kim Donghu’s updated post through Instagram notifications.
And the result.
“…What is this?”
A photo of Kim Donghu partying wildly.
“Five months until the competition, and he hasn’t even started training camp?”
That’s what they saw.
+++++
A single photo of Kim Donghu partying wildly was uploaded.
And Zain Lance wasn’t the only one who saw it.
Everyone saw it.
Regardless of whether they followed Kim Donghu or not.
The whole world witnessed him partying with five months left until the match.
At that moment.
『Kim Donghu Giving Up?』
【What is he thinking? Kim Donghu’s wild party photo】
《Is the match secondary now? Has he earned enough? What changed him?》
〔A Batman who’s lost interest? “Now it’s time for the third-generation chaebol, Jin Wayne”〕
As if they had been waiting, numerous media outlets began to focus intensely on Kim Donghu.
Journalists, YouTubers, columnists, and more.
Anyone in a position to cover Kim Donghu.
No one hesitated to evaluate him.
For good reason.
If most previous evaluations were “unfair criticism” or “groundless underestimation,”
This uploaded photo was evidence enough to rewrite the narrative.
“What the hell is going on?! Can’t you reach him?”
“No, he’s very reachable.”
“And, and what does he say?”
“He asks what business we have while he’s enjoying himself….”
“….”
Even sponsors who knew Kim Donghu personally stepped in.
They discovered the photo wasn’t any manipulation or hacking.
Kim Donghu was genuinely just partying.
Why suddenly?
Was he really afraid of Zain Lance?
People were baffled.
Kim Donghu, usually known as a straight-laced guy.
Why now?
“But honestly… he probably wants a break.”
Most people were somewhat understanding.
The epitome of young and rich, Kim Donghu.
The money he’s accumulated is enough to party and spend lavishly for a lifetime.
He’s never spent much, just kept earning.
Honestly, it would be strange if his mindset hadn’t changed—that was the prevailing opinion.
“How much has he earned… he honestly doesn’t need to fight.”
“We’re not talking millions, his personal wealth is at a level most actors would struggle to reach.”
“Countable among the richest actors in history, especially including boxing earnings.”
“So… is he now treating matches casually as shows while he enjoys life?”
“That’s possible… but honestly disappointing.”
It’s time for him to rest.
People naturally began to give up on Kim Donghu’s victory as they thought this way.
Some believed things might change with time.
But crushing such people’s expectations.
『Kim Donghu, Another Party Photo with About Four Months Left Until the Match』
『Kim Donghu Spotted at Las Vegas Casino? Enjoying a Glamorous Night』
『Even Sponsors Trembling, What’s Going On?』
『Sponsors Remain Steadfast, “We Believe in Him”』
『Louis Vuitton: “Our Muse Never Changes” Showing Firm Trust』
Photos of him partying continued to be uploaded.
Where was the fan service he always showed?
Like a betrayal, more and more decadent party photos kept appearing.
Of course, some fans enjoyed seeing these frequent photos.
But crucially, the complete absence of training videos hurt many people’s hearts.
[Has this guy really given up?]
-For real?
-The Kim Donghu I knew, really?
-Is he scared?
ㄴWhat the hell is going on suddenly
ㄴAnswer us
ㄴAnswer us
[There are a lot of weird people in Donghu Gallery these days because of his recent photos]
-I’m struggling too but I still believe, so don’t stir things up
-Anyone who really wants to fight, come to Sang-Ha MMA Gym
-We’ll reinstill your faith in Donghu with our fists
ㄴEven the moderator is struggling
ㄴBut this really breaks faith
ㄴI heard he’s rejecting all interview requests OMG
ㄴApparently he’s barely communicating at all
As all public opinion gradually shifted toward Zain Lance.
As the odds increasingly tilted and grew in Kim Donghu’s direction.
“Young Boss! The plan seems to be working perfectly! Honestly, the effect is too good.”
“Really? Then please continue, I’ll keep taking party photos.”
Kim Donghu, watching this entire situation, smiled deeply.
“Both of us preparing hard and winning… that’s too boring, so sometimes you need to show a different flavor.”
Because the story is what matters.
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