Episode 1

"There he is! Chase after him!" exclaimed one of the five youths who had found the hideout of the person they were seeking.

"Let's go! Let's catch and finish him off!" another one responded.

The group relentlessly pursued a man who appeared worn out, his clothes ragged, his face bruised from a previous punch.

The disheveled young man was none other than Ryan, fully named Ryan Aji Sena. Ryan was being chased by the group of youths for having committed an act so egregious that it would make anyone wince just hearing about it.

(Flash back on...)

Strolling home casually, Ryan headed for the residence he shared with his mother after a day at university. That day, as he had no money for the bus fare, he was compelled to walk home.

Earlier, during a campus break, he remained quiet in class while others went to the cafeteria for snacks, which he could only yearn for silently.

Ryan continued his trek at a leisurely pace, occasionally whistling cheerfully to alleviate his boredom. However, mid-journey, he was intercepted by a group of six youths in three luxurious cars.

Vroom... Vroom...

The sleek vehicles pulled over slowly approaching Ryan.

"Oi, poor thing, walking, are we? Usually, you take the bus! Where's your dilapidated bus now? Or are you broke and can't afford the fare?" shouted one of the youths named Brian, after rolling down his car window.

Brian, the son of a business tycoon with stakes in numerous companies and about thirty percent ownership of the university Ryan attended, was notorious for his opulence and haughty demeanor.

For some reason, Brian harbored a deep-seated hatred for Ryan, who, coming from a modest background, had managed to obtain a scholarship to attend such a prestigious institution—hence he became Brian's prime target for bullying and mockery.

Ryan was unaware of why he was constantly subjected to such treatment, yet he endured it all with patience, despite the bitterness.

Ignoring Brian's taunt, Ryan didn't even glance toward the source of the voice, acting as if it were a mere trifle.

Enraged by Ryan's indifference, Brian slammed his car to a stop, startling his followers or, more fittingly, his minions.

"Why have we stopped, boss?" inquired Leo, one of Brian's underlings.

"Leo, get the others to grab that damned Ryan! He dares to ignore me again! We need to teach him a lesson!" Brian ordered.

"Right away, boss!" Leo nodded before stepping out of the car.

Leo informed his fellow five about the command to seize Ryan for his insolence.

Upon hearing this, they all agreed and exited their respective vehicles.

"So, the little urchin dares to ignore boss Brian? Excellent! Very good! Let's catch him!"

"Let's go!"

The five set off running to catch Ryan, unaware of the danger looming because he was still walking, oblivious to his surroundings.

Thud! Thud!

Two strong grips seized Ryan's shoulders abruptly.

"Got you, pauper!" sneered Leo with a grin.

"Leo! What are you doing! Let me go!" Ryan half-shouted, struggling to break free.

"Quiet, wretch!" blurted another from the group as he punched Ryan in the stomach. This was Topan, the most impulsive and violent member of Brian's crew.

Thump!

"Ughhh..."

Ryan absorbed the impact of Topan's blow, struggling with the pain.

"Ha, serves you right! Good for nothing poor scum!" Topan laughed.

"Ughhh..." Ryan could only groan, winded and in pain.

"Hahaha..." the five youths laughed boisterously, delighting in Ryan's agony.

Meanwhile, from his car, Brian watched Ryan being subdued, then casually approached, hands in pockets, ready to witness the result.

On arrival, Brian laughed at the sight of Ryan wincing from his abdominal pain.

"Beat him up! Make him unrecognizable for me!" Brian commanded.

"Yes, boss!" they chorused, proceeding to batter Ryan mercilessly.

Minutes later, Ryan looked pitiable, his face bruised, head swollen, eyes bloodshot, and blood trickled from the corner of his mouth.

Forced to stand, flanked by Leo and Topan, Ryan watched as Brian nonchalantly approached with a switchblade drawn.

Catching sight of the knife, Ryan tensed, fearing for his life. How insane! His mind reeled.

Ryan inhaled deeply, formulating a plan. As Brian closed in to strike, Ryan suddenly...

"Better off dead, you scum-…"

Bang!

"Aaaaakkkhhh.."

Ryan delivered a fierce kick directly to Brian’s groin, causing an earth-shattering scream as Brian tumbled and writhed in pain. Ryan could only wonder about the fate of Brian's groin after such a devastating blow.

The underlings, seeing their boss in agony, scrambled to his side, including Leo and Topan, releasing Ryan in the process. Seeing his chance, Ryan limped away seeking refuge.

Brian, still rolling in pain, fell silent and motionless, knocked unconscious, as blood seeped through his trousers.

"Oh no, did his eggs crack?" Topan winced in empathy.

"Idiot! We need to get the boss in the car first! He's just fainted! Then we'll track down that vermin and kill him!" Leo exclaimed, fury rising.

"Right!" the youths agreed.

They then hoisted Brian into the car and set off in pursuit of Ryan.

(Flash back off...)

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