Scene 1: Festival Day Excitement
Haneul High was alive with energy. Colorful banners hung across the courtyard, booths lined the hallways, and the entire school buzzed with anticipation for the annual sports competition.
Students whispered excitedly:
"Did you see the new transfer student? He's joining the sprint!"
"He's going to dominate every event…"
"Ugh, why is he perfect at everything?"
The protagonist calmly walked through the courtyard, his black sports bag slung over his shoulder, attracting dozens of glances. His presence alone seemed to make the competition more intense.
Scene 2: Team Meeting
Class 2-A gathered on the field, their captain pointing toward the events lineup. Jihoon gave a confident grin, "We're going to win this—our class is strong… but now we have him on our side."
The protagonist simply nodded politely, "Let's do our best together," instantly easing some tension but also drawing curious, envious eyes.
Scene 3: First Event – Sprint Race
The first event was the 100-meter sprint. Students from various classes lined up. The whistle blew.
The protagonist's running form was perfect—smooth, powerful, and controlled. He crossed the finish line first, a clear victory. Cheers erupted from Class 2-A, but rival classes groaned in frustration.
Jihoon muttered under his breath, "He's too fast… but I'll find a way to beat him in another event."
Scene 4: Volleyball Match – Strategy and Charm
Next up was the volleyball match. Class 2-A struggled slightly at first, but the protagonist's strategic insights and precise plays turned the game around. His calm demeanor and leadership inspired his classmates, who played better than ever before.
A particularly comedic moment occurred when a rival student tried to show off by spiking the ball, only for the protagonist to make a perfectly timed block, causing the rival to stumble dramatically. Students nearby couldn't stop laughing.
Scene 5: Rivalry Intensifies
After the volleyball match, Jihoon pulled the protagonist aside, slightly flustered.
"You're… really good at everything. Not fair," he said, trying to hide both admiration and irritation.
The protagonist smiled faintly. "It's just about doing your best. Maybe I can teach you some tricks if you want."
Jihoon's eyes widened slightly, caught off guard by the polite tone, but he quickly masked it with determination. "Don't think I'll go easy on you."
Scene 6: Lunchtime Celebration
Class 2-A gathered for a quick celebration after winning several events. The protagonist sat modestly with his classmates, smiling at their excitement.
"Thanks to you, we're doing amazing today," one student said.
He shook his head gently, "You all worked hard. I'm just here to help."
Soojin, sitting nearby, glanced at him shyly. Their eyes met for a brief moment, causing a soft blush and a ripple of whispers from other students.
Scene 7: Evening – The Calm After the Storm
As the festival ended and the sun set, the protagonist walked home alone, reflecting on the day. He smiled softly, knowing that school life was only getting more interesting.
In the distance, Jihoon watched him from behind a tree, determination and rivalry burning brighter than ever. A subtle tension lingered, promising that the next chapter would bring more challenges, both in academics and extracurricular life.
End of Chapter 4