Life is Easier If You're Handsome-Chapter 245

Controversy Over the KO Timing Erupts

As soon as the KO controversy broke out, the online community wasted no time in flooding the internet with their opinions.

[The Key Takeaway From This Fight: A Generational Shift]

The average age of current heavyweight champions is in their early 30s.Kim Donghu is in his early 20s, so a shift is happening.ㄴ So do you think he could’ve ended it in Round 1?

ㄴ Yeah, of course. With his size, it was inevitable.

ㄴ If you look at the highlights, Donghu looked slightly surprised in Round 2.

ㄴ Yeah, like, “Wait, is this really all he can take?”

ㄴ But if Donghu dominates every heavyweight, wouldn’t that stop the generational shift?

[Why This ‘Generational Shift’ Talk is Bullshit]

Name a single other boxer in their early 20s besides Kim Donghu that you actually remember.This isn’t a generational shift. It’s just that Kim Donghu is an anomaly.Get your facts straight before talking.ㄴ NG. Absolute fact.

ㄴ True, true.

ㄴ He really is an irregular.

ㄴ One thing’s for sure, Earth’s #1 has been decided.

[This Fight’s Best Highlights]

(Video of Kim Donghu walking toward Edward with no guard.)

(Video of Donghu parrying Edward’s jab and landing a counter.)

(Video of Edward getting draped over the ring ropes after the signature combo.)

ㄴ Fix your encoding, bro.

ㄴ It’s fine for me, lmao.

ㄴ But did you see how he eased up a bit when he punched his chest at the end?

ㄴ Yeah, he pulled some of his punches. Probably didn’t want to kill him.

ㄴ Edward was never known for his durability in the heavyweight division, but damn.

ㄴ His footwork was his strong point. He liked circling and controlling the ring.

ㄴ But then he met a bull.

ㄴ His form was insane.

ㄴ Are we looking at the GOAT of boxing?

ㄴ That could be up for debate.

ㄴ The KO records he’s setting right now are beyond ridiculous.

[Estimated Viewership: 200 Million]

This number is insane just based on his popularity alone.Normally, even hitting 100 million is a huge deal, but this is double that.A legendary event.ㄴ Tarzan’s making bank again because of this.

ㄴ It’s you again, isn’t it, Da Donghu?

ㄴ Yeah, it’s me. You know I always prove myself.

[Victory Interview Summary]

Q: There’s been talk of a rematch. Any thoughts?

A: I could do it tomorrow if Edward’s up for it.

Q: Was there any moment where you felt in danger?

A: No.

Q: You made a bold statement about unifying all the boxing federations. Do you think it’s possible?

A: Did you not watch the fight? If you haven’t, go watch it first.

Q: What does this victory mean for you?

A: It’s the first step toward unifying the heavyweight division.

Q: In Round 1, you perfectly mirrored your opponent’s movements. Was there a reason for that?

A: I wanted to show the difference in skill level.

Q: Will you repeat this approach in future matches?

A: If necessary, yes. I’m a boxer, but I’m also an entertainer. My top priority is giving people a show.

Q: That’s an interesting answer. You seem to genuinely care about your fans. Why?

A: Because I exist thanks to them. I never forget that.

**ㄴ Da Donghu

ㄴ God Donghu

ㄴ Hnghh Donghu, I’m losing it

ㄴ Liking Donghu isn’t gay.

ㄴ You sure?

ㄴ Damn, Donghu, all you do is make me burn up inside.

ㄴ Dude...

ㄴ Donghu, you seduced us first!

ㄴ Fan service? DongTube.

ㄴ The fact that he actually talks about his fans at an official press conference is crazy touching.

ㄴ This is why I stan Kim Donghu.

ㄴ I literally wanna worship him.

ㄴ ?

ㄴ ??

ㄴ Why the hell are there so many lunatics here today?

ㄴ This is literally what Donghu’s fan community always looks like, lmao.

[Wait, I Just Realized How Many Celebs Were at the Fight?]

Han Taegun, Seo Jinwoo, Jang Gunho, Kim Sujin, Ryu Jaerin, etc.Even major corporate executives showed up, so yeah, makes sense.ㄴ Shin Yerim was back to being his manager, lmao.

ㄴ A world-class supermodel managing him. Insane.

[The People Sweating the Most Right Now]

Kim Donghu’s sponsors. LOLOLOLYou’d think they’d be celebrating, but why are they panicking?His contract expires this month. LOLOLOLOLㄴ They HAVE to renew, right?

ㄴ Bro, the guy automatically advertises to 200 million people. No brainer.

ㄴ Meanwhile, corporations are already putting out statements, LOL.

ㄴ Yeah, they’re congratulating him while sliding in contract talk.

ㄴ “Even if the whole world turns against you, we will always stand by your side.” LMAO.

ㄴ Corporate ass-kissing is unbeatable.

ㄴ PhD holders literally brainstorming ways to simp.

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It wasn’t just the online community.

The news media tied everything to Kim Donghu.

『A Sudden Market Boom? Is This the Kim Donghu Effect?』

『Kim Donghu Held Back? Opponent Suffers No Major Injuries』

『“Take a Number” – Companies Desperate to Sign Kim Donghu』

『Experts Refuse to Analyze: “He’s on a Different Plane of Existence”』

『A Storm Hits the Boxing World—Who Will Be the First to Surrender Their Belt to Kim Donghu?』

『The Economic Impact of This Fight—Literally in the BILLIONS』

At this point, it was inevitable.

Not talking about Kim Donghu right now was like—

"Knowing the winning lottery numbers but refusing to buy a ticket."

For any journalist, it would be a crime.

While the entire world was fixated on Kim Donghu—

He was currently—

"Yeah, this approach does tire me out a bit."

Catching up with old friends over drinks.

***

After the Fight

After the match, I met with VIPs, engaged in small talk, and signed autographs.

The moment I wrapped up my entire schedule—

"Wait, how did you even get here from so far away?"

"Of course I came to cheer you on! That’s just basic, man, basic!"

I reunited with people who had traveled all the way from Korea just to see me.

Having spent almost a year in the U.S.,

it felt great to see familiar faces again.

And, naturally, during this time—

"Donghu, you were amazing!"

I saw Sujin.

"I-I... I don’t even know what to say... You were just too incredible."

I saw Jaerin.

"Thank you for making me Jane."

I saw Evelyn.

Since my schedule was wide open,

I took my time, enjoying one-on-one dates with each of them.

"Are you even human, Kim Donghu?! How the hell do you have this much stamina after a fight like that?!"

At times, I got scolded.

"So... would I at least pass as a bride now? I mean... even for a wife, having a husband with this much energy is... tough."

At times, I heard concerns.

"No matter how much I try to think like Jane... No, is this what Jane had to deal with? That... that kind of...!!"

At times, I heard shock.

"Seriously... How can you still be like this, just like before the fight? The whole time? Every second?!"

And finally, I received something like a compliment.

Thus, I had successfully completed every plan on my schedule.

‘But doing this every day for a week straight...’

I had expected my stamina to drop at some point,

but strangely—

‘...I feel even better?’

My body wasn’t getting exhausted.

In fact, it felt better than when I trained.

Just how the hell was my body designed?

As I wondered about that—

Knock, knock, knock.

"May I come in?"

"Yes, please enter."

A voice broke my thoughts. ƒreeωebnovel.ƈom

"It’s been a while, Donghu-san."

"It really has. It’s good to see you again."

The person knocking was none other than Kiryu Sota,

a legendary director in the Japanese film industry.

This wasn’t a surprise visit.

I had already met Director Kiryu at the VIP gathering earlier,

and we had briefly talked about arranging this meeting.

"I apologize for bringing up a movie discussion right after your fight."

"Not at all. It’s fine. After all, my roots are in acting."

"...Thank you for saying that."

Ha-ha.

Director Kiryu let out an awkward laugh

before pulling out a carefully stored document from his leather bag.

To be precise, it wasn’t a document.

"This is the script I mentioned earlier. A script... only you can bring to life."

A screenplay.

"Musashi...?"

"Yes, I couldn’t think of a better title."

Musashi.

The Musashi people imagine.

And the real Musashi recorded in history.

When it came to choosing which version to bring to the screen—

‘It has to be the first one.’

So, they were trying to bring the legendary version of Musashi to film.

As I was considering that, Director Kiryu continued.

"I truly believe... only you can play this role."

A Korean playing Musashi.

This was even harder than an Asian playing Tarzan.

To put it in perspective—

‘It’s like casting a Japanese actor as General Chuk Jun-kyeong.’

So why was he insisting that only I could do it?

I put my curiosity aside and picked up the script.

The first thing I checked was the rating.

But—

<Musashi, S>

"...?"

A rating I had never seen before was written there.

S?

I had never heard of a rating above A.

But in Japanese cinema, what did an S rating even mean?

A flood of questions filled my mind.

Ding!

Ding!

Ding!

Right on cue, a message from SIMS arrived.

I quickly excused myself and checked my phone.

-[It’s been a while! How have you been?]

Along with a friendly greeting,

-[『A masterpiece that will rewrite Japan’s box office history, <Musashi>—starring a Korean actor?!』]

That instantly cleared up what S meant.

‘So, this movie is going to become Japan’s highest-grossing film ever?’

Could that even happen in a country where anime films dominated the industry?

I couldn’t hold back my curiosity any longer.

I grabbed the script—

‘Immerse.’

As I dived into the story—

Clang!

Clang!

Clang!

The first thing I heard was the sharp clash of metal.

And the scene that filled my vision—

"DIEEEEEEEEE!!"

Was a battlefield soaked in blood and steel.