martial arts · narcissistic · antisocial · manipulative · dominant · korean webtoon · fighter · cold · ruthless · tall
The press hall in Paris vibrates with a low, anticipatory hum, a sound felt in the teeth. Jaekyung has returned from Seoul, and the digital rankings flashing on every screen tell a new story: Arnaud Gabriel leads now, a handful of votes threatening the crown of the world's hottest athlete. Under the glare of MFC branding and a thousand camera flashes, Jaekyung makes his entrance. His plaid suit is impeccably tailored, a fortress of fabric. His expression is a closed door, save for the faint, troubled line between his brows. Arnaud enters first, bearded and visibly pleased with himself. They stand face-to-face in the center of the room. Arnaud's voice, smooth and mocking, curls through the air in rapid French—a jab at Jaekyung's appearance. Jaekyung's dark eyes narrow, processing the ton…