Life is Easier If You're Handsome-Chapter 209

"... "

The crowd was stunned, frozen in shock at the unbelievable events that unfolded in just three seconds.

What exactly had just happened?

While most of the regular spectators were still clueless, some boxing insiders were starting to piece it together.

"That punch to the abdomen is still hurting, I can tell." "He was so shocked when he took that hit earlier." "He's stronger now; he didn’t lift off the ground back then." "He must've perfected it."

The Drake Gym fighters instinctively hunched over their own midsections, remembering the moment when Kim Donghu first raised the question that started it all.

"I need a punch that can break through the guard.""What?""A punch that completely crushes the opponent’s will to fight. One that pierces through the guard and lands in their body, imagine the shock, physically and mentally."It sounded absurd.

If such a punch were possible, why would anyone bother practicing accuracy?

"That’s saying any angle could land a knockout blow."

This wasn’t a video game.

It was impossible to break through a guard and land a clean shot, right?

Bang!

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"No matter how tight you hold the guard, gaps form... if you have enough power, you can break through."It was only after seeing Kim Donghu succeed within a month that they felt their boxing knowledge crumbling.

They realized something:

Only one person in the world could pull off such a feat.

"Only... our boss could pull off a punch like that."

The very idea of a punch strong enough to lift a 91kg man into the air was beyond anything they’d ever conceived.

And Murodov, who had just experienced it firsthand, was in shock, his eyes trembling uncontrollably.

"8! 9!"

"I can do this! I can do this!"

"Are you sure? Look me in the eyes."

The first thing Murodov faced as soon as he regained his senses was the countdown.

'Before the start, I took a deep breath and held in my abdominal pressure to survive.'

Thankfully, he had inflated his body, creating an airbag effect.

Without it, he might’ve been humiliated by a TKO in just three seconds.

"I’m looking at you."

"I’ve confirmed your focus. The coach will prepare your mouthpiece."

Murodov, realizing his mouthpiece had come loose, was grateful for the extra time as he made his way to the corner.

"...You’re not going to quit, right?"

"Of course not. I’d rather die."

"Okay, understood."

After a brief conversation, Murodov put on his mouthpiece and made a fist, signaling he was ready to fight.

"Box!"

The match resumed.

?!

In that moment, Murodov realized his legs weren’t responding.

Had visiting the corner been the last bit of energy his legs had?

There were about 2 minutes and 50 seconds left.

He never imagined his legs would give out so soon in the first round.

'It’s not a stamina issue, it’s the pressure. And the damage was worse than I expected.'

The only thing keeping him on his feet now was years of training.

He had always fought with this stance, which gave him the optimal position to hold up.

Had he not, he would’ve collapsed.

"You seem perfectly fine compared to me."

"..."

No response came.

His attempt to buy time had failed instantly.

As he sighed and blinked for a moment, suddenly...

Whoosh!

"!"

The distance closed in fast.

What first entered his line of sight was a fist, filling his vision.

There was no way to avoid it.

But.

A slight misstep.

His weakened lower body was the only thing supporting Murodov.

As his upper body collapsed, he managed to dodge the punch aimed at his face, using his arms to brace against the ring to keep from falling.

'I’ll swing back up!'

With that, he tried to throw an uppercut with all his might.

It was a perfect counter.

Turning his weakness into a strength, it was the embodiment of a calculated risk.

But.

Thud.

A punch without proper support from his lower body lacked power.

The punch barely grazed Murodov’s abdomen, but Kim Donghu’s expression remained unchanged.

He was a true hitman.

A machine carrying out actions to kill, with no emotion or hesitation in the process.

"Dev."

A word of resignation, followed by...

Bang!

Another punch landed squarely in his solar plexus.

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The shock was even greater than before, and it rippled through his entire body.

'He doesn’t even bother with any stance, just throws a regular jab, and it’s this powerful?'

The punch was close to a straight punch.

But the preparation was shockingly minimal.

Still, the power behind it was undeniable.

Boom!

Murodov was sent flying like a fish out of water.

His back hit the ground, and instinctively, his body bounced slightly as his legs touched the floor.

The second knockdown came 57 seconds after the first.

There were about 2 minutes and 3 seconds left in the round.

"1! 2! 3! 4!"

The referee’s countdown rang out once again.

***

"T-This is... the referee is starting the countdown again..."

A boxing commentator with 23 years of experience, Bong Seohwan, struggled to move his lips.

‘What do I even say about this? Is this even possible?’

The moment he threw that absurd punch, he instinctively shot up from his seat.

It was the first time in his life he'd seen something like this.

A heavyweight knocking another heavyweight out with his fist?

But now, they’re even bouncing off the ground.

In less than a minute, a second knockdown happens. How can I even explain this?

And yet, Kim Donghu hasn’t even caught his breath.

He’s only thrown two punches. He shouldn't be winded. It’s almost as if he hasn't exerted any energy at all.

Meanwhile, how is Murodov?

He stirs, his whole body trembling as he struggles to rise.

His breathing is unstable, and the gloves shaking like an earthquake are captured on screen.

He looks... desperate.

"Overwhelming... He’s completely dominating!"

"It’s like, a completely different world. Kim Donghu is in a... different dimension right now."

A level beyond, a whole different world.

Was it really like this? Was he really this strong?

Why didn’t Alexei Volkov, the fully-doped Russian boxer, win? Why did he fall in the second round despite being banned from doping for life?

Now, everyone understands.

"Did you say... different dimension?"

At the caster’s words, Bong Seohwan nodded.

"This is beyond what we can evaluate. It’s a boxing style that completely overturns the common sense of traditional boxing... It’s only possible for Kim Donghu."

There’s no comparing him to anything else.

It’s just something entirely different.

It’s like comparing a bicycle to a motorcycle.

"8! 9!"

The countdown continues.

Before the countdown finishes, Murodov rises again.

Even though he knows he can’t win, he refuses to give up and gets back up.

Until he’s defeated, he hasn’t lost.

This is the willpower that comes from years of hard work.

"Hoo... Hoo..."

And in stark contrast to that willpower is an indescribable helplessness.

"Buadam... Demos, Dev."

Once again, words slip out unconsciously.

‘I need to land a clean hit... I have to...’

He can’t be knocked down without landing a solid punch.

He’s determined to strike back.

And so, Murodov leans on the post.

It’s impossible to move anymore.

He’s in a state where going down again wouldn’t surprise anyone.

And yet, the opponent graciously responds.

"How kind."

The attitude of respecting your opponent until the very end.

Without that, Murodov wouldn’t have felt human.

With a hint of humanity, Murodov once again saw the fist coming toward him.

Here it comes.

The signature combo from the Olympics.

Thud!

First, his insides twist.

Crack.

He feels the ribs below crack.

But he’s prepared for it, so he’s able to handle it.

Thud.

Bang!

The punch lands on his temple.

The world spins.

The sky and earth are indistinguishable, but...

He doesn’t fall.

Thud!

This time, with even more force, the punch lands on his jaw.

And the moment it does...

Crash!

Crack!

Once more, the punch comes flying.

A punch that could turn a person to paper.

It’s coming from below, up toward his abdomen.

It’s not the jaw this time, probably to give him a chance to continue his career.

‘...A kind monster.’

With that thought, Murodov’s eyes close.

1 minute 33 seconds into Round 1.

That was the time Murodov lasted.

***

Right after the 2018 Asian Games boxing heavyweight final.

"[That match will go down in boxing history.]"

What’s this? Is this Tekken? Hahaha

From now on, South Korea should not only have Taekwondo but also boxing. Yup.

Boxers, make it even stronger.I've never seen someone get knocked out and bounce like that.Did that come out of an anime?So Steve’s combo actually works? Lol."[Murodov’s muttered words are trending, LOL.]"

Dev is a monster.

First, he's a monster.

Second, that’s no human, that’s a monster. Lmao.

Not human, for sure.Boxers’ averages are really out of this world now."[Boxing coaches should bow to Kim Donghu, LOL.]"

His infrastructure was already great, but he didn’t have much popularity before.

From today, Korean boxing’s popularity will explode.

The problem is no one can teach this.??? :: Can I knock people out if I learn this too? No way, haha!??? :: Can I make people bounce off the floor like that? We’ll refund you, haha.Thought it was a scam, crazy person, haha.Should’ve worn Golden Gloves.Right before the interview started, the {N•o•v•e•l•i•g•h•t} community went wild with posts.

"[Live shots of big names in the crowd.]"

(photo)

The pros who are famous in the heavyweight division were completely shocked.(photo)

There are these three famous people from Louis Vuitton, and they’re just kneeling.

Who’s that white guy next to them?Yeah, he looks like he’s about to cry, lol.I thought it was a group of four.(Author) Yeah, who is that? No idea, just looks like a real fan."[Breaking news, articles pouring in.]"

Even before the interview, praise articles are flooding in.

Pros are going to make a ton of love calls.

The WBC is already drooling and kissing up.

Felt the same way during the Olympics, but he’s really on another level.So overwhelming, honestly, the others are nowhere near his level."[Urgent!!! Everyone, quiet!!!!]"

Donghu’s interview is about to start, lol.Post the link so we can all watch it right away.(link)

ThanksThanksThanksThanksThanksThanksThanksNice move, mate. You’re so out of touch, haha.And so, the interview began.

A flood of questions came in, with various reporters trying to stand out.

But before the interview even started, Kim Donghu dropped the biggest bombshell.

"I will be retiring from boxing after today’s match."