3 Days Later…
Do Kang was trying to relax in his office, surrounded by towering stacks of money.
He never thought he could have this much wealth just by becoming a king. His copy ability was truly magnificent—because it allowed him to replicate more than just fighting techniques. He had managed to copy the knowledge of business management, and because of that, the development of Ulsan was astounding. For fun, he even decided to create a branding company.
Looking out from his 10th-storey building, he let out a sigh. He never thought he would make it this far. When he first arrived in this world, he didn't think much about the future—his only goal had been to become the strongest. But now, he knew this world was as real as it could be. Everyone here had their own lives; they weren't just characters in a story.
This self-revelation made him smile. He knew all of this was truly a miracle.
Then, his phone suddenly rang.
"Hello…" said Do Kang, before a girl's voice came through, panicked and desperate.
"Mister Do Kang!!! Help us!! We're in trouble—Vin Jin is trying to kill the shaman! I called you because I have a bad feeling about this!!" Mary Kim shouted through the phone.
Do Kang immediately understood the situation. It's time to get a hold of James Lee, he thought. Let's see if he can still run if I'm there.
"All right… On my way, kiddo," said Do Kang before heading straight to the parking lot.
At the same time
All of the other kings were also notified about the fire at Cheonliang and were on their way there.
A while later…
Do Kang arrived on his motorcycle. As soon as he pulled up, he saw people running in panic. Among them were kids being chased by the trio from the Fist Gang.
Mary Kim spotted him immediately.
"Mister!!! Help!!" she shouted, rushing to hide behind Do Kang with the others.
The trio stopped in their tracks. They instantly recognized that the man standing before them was not weak.
"Hey, young man," Beolgu Lee said. "Hand over those kids to us, and we promise not to beat you too badly…"
Do Kang smiled faintly.
"It's truly eye-opening… Seeing the great Fist Gang reduced to this. If Gapryong were alive, I wonder what he would say, seeing all of you become so pathetic."
His words ignited their rage, and they launched a simultaneous attack.
But Do Kang remained seated, completely unfazed. Their blows had no effect. Shocked, the trio staggered back—only for Do Kang to rise and smash his fist into Jeasue Noh, driving him into the ground with devastating force.
The other two froze in disbelief, but Gwang Yu quickly tried to suplex Do Kang from behind. He didn't budge. Beolgu kneed him in the face repeatedly, and finally, with Gwang Yu's help, they slammed him into the ground, creating a crater.
They thought that would be enough.
But then Do Kang smiled. Slowly, he rose from the crater with a grin on his face.
"I know none of you are in your prime… but this is still disappointing. Anyway, out of respect for The Man, I'll end this quickly."
He rushed Beolgu, grabbing his collar. Gwang Yu intercepted, slamming his fist into Do Kang's ribs. Do Kang twisted, countering with a brutal kick to Gwang Yu's side. Gwang Yu blocked, but the sheer power behind the strike shattered his arm.
Before he could process the pain, Do Kang seized his broken limb, swung him over, and slammed him to the ground, knocking him out instantly.
Beolgu raised his hands, trying to talk his way out.
"Relax…"
But Do Kang cut him off.
"I know what you're trying to do, but it's worthless. The only words I speak… are with my fists."
In a flash, he dashed forward, attempting a tackle. Beolgu barely dodged, countering with a straight kick to Do Kang's face. But Do Kang didn't budge.
A heartbeat later, Beolgu was slammed into the ground, the impact carving out another crater.
The kids and Mary Kim were frozen in awe. Now they understood why this man was called the King.
"All of you, go back and hide. It'll be dangerous from here on. Don't worry—I'll make sure your master is safe. After all… he's my friend."
Do Kang smirked, then walked straight toward the shrine.
Let's see if this James Lee hype is real or not…