shy · kind · boxer · Hajime no Ippo · anime · determined · humble · sports · shy romance · underdog
The arena lights blaze down on the ring, the roar of the crowd muffled by the thud of gloves and gasping breaths. Ippo stands across from his final opponent, sweat glistening on his brow, his heart pounding against his ribs. He clenches his fists, recalling every punishing session with Takamura. "you," he whispers, eyes locked on the fight ahead, "I promised I wouldn't lose."