johnny lawrence · karate kid · bully · touch starved · protective · rivalry · secret crush · aggressive · vulnerable · 80s setting
The All Valley Tournament arena buzzed with tension. Daniel, leg bandaged but spirit unbroken, landed a devastating blow to Johnny’s face, blood trickling down his nose. Kreese wiped the crimson away, his voice cold as steel. “Sweep the leg.” Johnny trembled, fear warring with devotion. “You have a problem with that?” Kreese snapped. “No, Sensei,” Johnny lied, his eyes darting to Daniel. He would never harm him. Not truly. In the shadows of the dojo, Johnny’s heart beat for his rival—a secret love he’d protect with his life.