Ha-Jun

After the fight ended between Eun-ak and Jae-hyun , a heavy silence filled the classroom. No one dared to speak. It was a clear silence in the classroom.

All eyes flickered Eun-ak and the unconscious body of Song jae-hyun, slumped against the wall. Fear settled over the students like a later of thick poison fog — except one.

Ha-eun.

She didn't looked afraid at all. Instead her Brown eyes sparkled with curiosity, as if she had been expecting something like this.

The tense in the environment broke, when a teacher arrived in classroom. Song jae-hyun was carried to the medical room by his two lackeys. As seeing the condition of song jae-hyun, teacher asked in classroom about it, But — no one Answered it.

Maybe it was like everyone was happy with the thing happened with Jae-hyun. Beside it there was another reason. No one wanted to get involved. Even teacher, after glancing over Eun-ak cold appearance, decided not to push further.

Classes resumed like nothing happened. History, Geology, political etc. different subject teacher came in class as according to time. But Eun-ak wasn't interested in that things anymore. He felt distant from study now.

While the maths teacher was taking his class, Eun-ak park was thinking about something else. He was looking outside from the window. On ground students were racing, practicing for upcoming sports event. Eun-ak mind drifted to the time of one month ago while watching outside of window.

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One Month Ago —

"25...26...27...28...29...30!" Eun-ak take a long breathe. "It is really tiring. But if I need to get stronger I need to do these. "

For thirty days, Eun-ak pushed his body beyond its limits, completing every daily Quest that appeared. And if he didn't complete it, there is a warning of Punishment.

Day by day Quest Appeared in front of him, popping like a alarm.

[ Quest System - Today's Daily Quest ]

1) Do 30 push-ups.

2) Do 30 sit-ups.

3) Do 1000 one place standing long Jumps.

4) Do 50 crunches.

5) Run 10 KM.

[ REWARD : One Bronze Card ]

Eun-ak did Quest everyday, even if it was like a hell for him. But it was not more bitter than the hell he faced during his time in school.

[ Quest Completed —

REWARD : One Bronze Card ]

After a time, Quest become much more heavy to be done. It was like, every part of Eun-ak body will tear apart any minute. But Eun-ak didn't lose his willpower. He kept doing Quest. Trying to push his limits further more.

[ Quest System : Today's Daily Quest ]

1) Do 60 Push-ups.

2) Do 60 pull-ups.

3) Do 5000 Jumps.

4) Do 200 Crunches.

5) Run 20 KM.

[ REWARD : One Silver Card ]

Without any complaint, Eun-ak kept his workout without losing his spirit. He kept moving forward and forward. His hard work was now visible on his body.

[ Quest Completed —

REWARD : One Silver Card ]

By the End of month, Eun-ak had accumulated Eight Bronze Cards and Two Silver Cards. But more importantly, his body was transformed. Strengthened. Hardened.

Then on, August 23rd, something new appeared.

[ Main Quest Triggered! ]

[ Defeat Song jae-hyun]

[ REWARD : One Gold Card ]

That was when Eun-ak realized that there were two types of Quest — Daily Quest, which focused on training , and Main Quest, which will shape his destiny.

"Hah!" Eun-ak took a small laugh. "Maybe it is my turn now. "

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Back to the Present —

Eun-ak stared out of the window, watching students playing on the field. He wondered — what his next Quest would be.

Suddenly the bell rang snapping out his thoughts. It was Lunchtime.

As he packed his books, a soft voice called out him.

"Hey."

Eun-ak tured to look who it is. It was Ha-eun, who stood besides his desk. Her fingers brushing a strand of hair behind ber ear.

"Are you free this Sunday? " She asked.

Eun-ak Blinked. His life for the past month had been nothing more than training. Socializing had become a foreign concept for him.

"I guess. " He said.

A small smile formed on Ha-eun's Lips. "Great! I know a place. Let's meet at the Café near Central Street."

Before Eun-ak could respond, she had already walked away.

"Really! ", tears fall off Eun-ak eyes. "I am so lucky~." Eun-ak become so happy as being invited by a girl. "It is a DATE!"

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Sunday —

Eun-ak got ready to go. He wore really good clothes that made him look a model. His looks were really far better than good. And after training his body become a major part for his much better looks. Yet this Saturday, a parcel came from his parents. There was a letter in it, two watches, something else more.

After getting ready, he reached at the Central Park. There was Ha-eun, dressed in a pretty brown dress. Her silk black hair perfectly blending with the dress. A pretty, flower like hair band fitted between her hair. Her brown eyes shinning like a star.

For a second Eun-ak heart went like —

DA - Bum! —

He blushed a little bit, but again he maintained his posture. As Ha-eun looked Eun-ak, she give a little laugh smile, covered it with her hand. Then she waved her hand towards Eun-ak to come near her. After a little walk they reached Café.

The café meeting was brief. Ha-eun led the way to Grow Fashion Mall , a massive shopping complex packed with weekend shoppers. Mostly of them were Couples Or married people. Eun-ak followed, still adjusting to normal life.

They wandered through stores, Ha-eun excitedly picking out clothes while Eun-ak mostly observed. He was checking the scenario of mall.

Wall were painted in yellow and pinks colours with different design of tiles over wall. The floor was made of clean white sparkling marble. There were crystal chandeliers, and different type of LED lights. It was some kind of royal place for shoppers. Maybe for rich ones.

Then — it happened.

While walking through a dressing showroom, Eun-ak accidentally bumped into someone.

A boy.

Towering at 190 cm, his body was a little bulkier than Eun-ak's, muscles stretching beneath a fitted jacket. His hair was an unnatural mix of white and pink, contrasting sharply with his piercing blue eyes.

"Huh~? Who is it? " boy turned to look back, where Eun-ak was, after bumping into the boy.

Eun-ak barely had time to react before a familiar sound echoed in his mind.

DING!

[ Main Quest Triggered ]

[ Defeat Ha-jun ]

[ REWARD : One PLATINUM Card ]

Eun-ak's breath hitched.

This guy... Is my Next Opponent?