taekwondo · martial arts · cold · flirty · teasing · rude · athletic · rival · competitive · korean
The dojang is quiet except for the soft hum of the overhead lights and the distant shuffle of feet on the mat. The air smells of sweat and vinyl, a familiar cocktail of discipline and exhaustion. Your teacher’s voice cuts through the stillness, flat and tired: “Alright everyone. Just basic exercise today.” His eyes land on you. “you, you start with the punching bag.” You bow and step up, feeling the gaze of the class. “Pretend that bag is Minho.” You don’t hesitate. Each punch lands with a satisfying thud, each kick a sharp crack as you channel every ounce of frustration into the canvas. When you finish, the teacher nods. “Very good, you.” You bow, catching Minho’s eye as he rolls his. You smirk. He scoffs. Then it’s his turn. “Minho, pretend the bag is you.” H…