Chapter 14: The War Begins

The entire school was in chaos. Jihan's victory over Kim Hojun wasn't just a shift in power—it was an earthquake that shattered the foundation of the hierarchy. Now, everyone knew that the Kings weren't untouchable. And that terrified them.

But fear wasn't Jihan's concern.

Two more Kings in a week.

That was his mission. And he had already chosen his next target.

Park Jisoo – The Strategist Queen.

Unlike Hojun, who ruled with brute strength, Jisoo's power came from her mind. She controlled the school's underground network—information, resources, and alliances. Every move she made was calculated, and every enemy who faced her fell before they even knew they were fighting.

Jihan sat in his classroom, analyzing her from a distance. She was beautiful, with long black hair and sharp eyes that saw through people like glass. But behind that elegance was a ruthless tactician who didn't tolerate threats.

Dojin leaned in. "You're going after her next?"

Jihan nodded. "She's the biggest obstacle. If I take her out, the last King will be easy."

Dojin whistled. "You do know she never fights directly, right? She'll have twenty guys between you and her before you even get close."

Jihan smirked. "Then I'll just make her come to me."

Setting the Trap

Jihan's plan was simple—chaos.

Jisoo thrived in order, in calculated moves. So Jihan decided to rip that order apart.

The next day, his gang stormed into Jisoo's controlled territories—shutting down her money flow, stealing her informants, and causing havoc among her ranks. He didn't fight directly—he let confusion and paranoia do the damage for him.

By the third day, Jisoo finally made her move.

A letter arrived at Jihan's desk. No threats, no arrogance—just a time and a place. The rooftop. Midnight.

Dojin frowned. "You sure this isn't a trap?"

Jihan grinned. "Oh, it's definitely a trap. But that just makes it more fun."

The Rooftop Duel

The rooftop was dimly lit, the cold night air making every breath visible. Jihan arrived first, his hands in his pockets, waiting.

Then, footsteps.

Jisoo walked onto the rooftop, flanked by four of her top fighters. She wasn't in her usual uniform—tonight, she wore a black combat jacket, showing that she wasn't here to negotiate.

"I have to admit, you surprised me," she said, her voice calm. "You've done more damage in three days than most gangs do in a year."

Jihan shrugged. "I aim to impress."

She tilted her head. "But you made a mistake."

At her signal, her fighters moved, surrounding Jihan instantly.

Jihan smirked. "I was hoping you'd do that."

A new notification appeared before him.

Skill Unlocked: "Tyrant's Command" Activated.

Weak-willed opponents cannot move.

Jisoo's men suddenly stiffened, their bodies frozen in place. Their eyes widened in horror as they realized—they couldn't move.

Jisoo's smirk faltered. "What…?"

Jihan stepped closer. "You rely on others to fight for you. But what happens when they can't?"

Jisoo's fists clenched. "You think you've won?"

Jihan smiled darkly. "I know I have."

The Second King Falls

By morning, the news had spread—Jisoo had surrendered.

She didn't kneel like Hojun, but she acknowledged Jihan as the new ruler of her network. With her under his command, the school's entire information system was now his.

And now, only one King remained.

Jihan glanced at his screen.

One More to Go.