The city of Suwon had settled into a tense calm. The King of Suwon was unconscious, the streets whispered of Fang crew's dominance, and the underground world was buzzing with curiosity, fear, and respect. Yujhae sat atop the Phoenix building, eyes scanning the neon skyline, when the System panel blinked insistently.
SYSTEM ALERT:
> Reward Unlocked — Maximization
Effect: Allows user to redistribute stat points from one spec to another for 10 seconds. Duration imposes temporary debuff on the spec points used.
Yujhae leaned back, smirking. This wasn't just a stat boost; this was a tool for strategic chaos. In a battle where timing and adaptation could decide the outcome, Maximization would be decisive. Need extra strength to crush an elite fighter? Convert speed points temporarily. Need endurance to outlast? Pull from raw power. The tactical applications were endless — but only for ten seconds.
He flexed his fingers, imagining how it would work in real fights. "This… changes everything," he murmured.
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Meanwhile, the city was alive with opportunities. Yujhae knew that to cement control over Suwon — and eventually Ansan — Fang needed more than muscle. They needed talent, versatility, and unpredictability.
The team's scouts reported a promising lead: a well-known underground gambler who had made a name for himself not with luck, but with skill. He wasn't just a card shark; he was a fighter, blending MMA and boxing techniques in street bouts, capable of handling multiple opponents. His alias was Ryu "Ace" Han.
Yujhae, Dojin, Taejun, and Kang Jisu arrived at a smoky backroom of a casino on the outskirts of the city. Ryu Han sat casually at a poker table, counting chips as if he owned the place. His lean, wiry frame radiated controlled strength. His eyes flicked up at the four intruders, sizing them in a single glance.
"You here to gamble?" he asked, voice smooth but edged with danger. "Or… to fight?"
Dojin cracked his knuckles. "A little of both, maybe. We've heard you're good. We want to see if you're worth joining something… bigger."
Ryu leaned back, smirking. "Bigger, huh? I like ambition. Show me you're not just talk, and maybe we can talk business."
The fight was swift. Ryu moved with fluid precision, slipping through Dojin's brute force strikes, countering Taejun's speed with sharp angles, and evading Kang's grapples. Every punch, kick, and feint was calculated — MMA grounders mixed with boxing jabs and hooks, showing the versatility he had mastered in underground circuits.
Yujhae observed quietly, activating Maximization for a split second. Speed points were converted to strength, and a single strike from Yujhae sent Ryu staggering backward. The effect was only temporary, but it was enough to test Ryu's adaptability.
Ryu grinned, brushing dust from his shoulders. "Alright… that's impressive. You're no ordinary rookie."
Yujhae nodded. "We're building a crew. You're fast, adaptable, and deadly. Fang isn't just muscle — it's strategy. You want in?"
Ryu's eyes flicked to Dojin, Taejun, and Kang, each radiating controlled energy and skill. A small smirk crossed his face. "I don't gamble on losing. Count me in."
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By the night's end, Fang crew had grown stronger — not just in numbers, but in versatility. Ryu "Ace" Han added MMA strikes, boxing combinations, and strategic unpredictability. He was perfect for both street enforcement and underground operations.
Yujhae updated the System log:
SYSTEM LOG:
> Crew Member Added — Ryu "Ace" Han (MMA / Boxing Specialist)
Max Stats Utilization Ready — Maximization skill fully functional
Yujhae stood on the rooftop, watching the city lights reflect in the wet asphalt. Every addition to Fang strengthened their dominance. Every reward and skill upgrade was a step closer to cementing Suwon — and soon Ansan — under their control.
"Good," he whispered, a faint smile forming. "The city isn't ready for what comes next. And neither are its fighters."
Outside, the hum of life continued, but beneath it, a new predator prowled: Fang, sharper, faster, and smarter than ever.