The Web Tightens
Years had passed since K shed the remnants of Kang Seonwoo, and the shadows of Seoul's entertainment industry had become his domain.
From the outside, the glittering world of idols and fame seemed untouched, but behind the curtains, K's influence seeped like ink, staining every corner.
He was no longer a victim. He was a force.
A Mentor's Burden
Jiho was raw, talented, and dangerously innocent.
K's approach was harsh — pushing him beyond limits, exposing him to the cruel realities of the industry while shielding him from the worst.
The relationship was complex — part protector, part puppeteer.
Sometimes Jiho challenged him, other times he leaned on K's strength.
The Rival Emerges
Not all welcomed K's rise.
A powerful faction led by Lee Sangmin, a shrewd and ruthless executive, viewed K as a threat to their empire.
Sangmin wielded wealth, connections, and a cadre of loyalists ready to strike.
Silent Battles
K and Sangmin engaged in a war of shadows — leaks, smear campaigns, and subtle manipulations that never reached public eyes but left scars deep in the industry's fabric.
Every move was calculated, every alliance fragile.
Jiho's Trial
Jiho faced his own battles.
The pressure to perform, the whispers behind his back, and the dark history K revealed to prepare him weighed heavily.
But K's guidance was unwavering.
Together, they crafted Jiho's image — the paradoxical Innocent Villain, a symbol of both purity and defiance.
A Crushing Blow
The first major confrontation came when Sangmin orchestrated a scandal targeting Jiho.
Rumors spread, and powerful enemies moved to destroy Jiho's budding career.
But K was ready.
Using secrets he had long collected, K countered swiftly, turning Sangmin's weapon against him.
The Unbreakable Bond
Through victory and hardship, K and Jiho's bond deepened — forged in fire and shadow.
K's cold exterior softened only in Jiho's presence, revealing glimpses of the boy he once was, and the man he longed to be.
The Future Unfolds
As the industry buzzed with intrigue and power plays, K and Jiho stood ready to rewrite the rules.
Their journey was far from over — but together, they were unstoppable.