As the second day of Jae-min's extreme regimen began, he awoke to the familiar ache of sore muscles, a constant reminder of his newfound dedication. The sun streamed through his bedroom window, casting a golden hue over his gym clothes neatly laid out on the floor. He could feel the hunger gnawing at his stomach, but the thought of his new goal kept him moving forward.
Facing the Morning
With a deep breath, Jae-min pushed himself off the bed and looked into the mirror. The reflection that stared back was one of determination. His face, slightly gaunt from the fasting, had taken on a look of fierce resolve. He still remembered the boy he had been just weeks ago, a fat target for bullies, but that was a ghost of the past.
"Today, I become even stronger," he muttered, straightening his back as he slipped into his workout gear. The fabric clung to his body, a constant reminder of the weight he still had to shed.
The Routine Intensifies
The Revival System chimed in his mind, reminding him of the day's goals.
"Daily Goal: Complete 20 hours of exercise."
"Workout Types: HIIT, Cardio, Strength Training."
"Current Status: Weight - 78 kg."
"Deadline: 8 days remaining."
Jae-min knew that today he had to push himself even harder. He started with a rigorous HIIT session, including:
Mountain Climbers: 15 minutes nonstopTire Flips: 1 hourBox Jumps: 30 minutes
As he flipped tires, the sound echoed in the empty garage like a war drum, fueling his adrenaline. He envisioned himself back in his life as Tae-sik, feeling the thrill of power surging through him with each exertion. The sweat dripped from his forehead, pooling on the floor beneath him, but he felt alive.
Running Against Time
Once he completed the HIIT workout, Jae-min transitioned to cardio. He laced up his running shoes and stepped out into the cool morning air.
"Let's see how far I can go today," he challenged himself. He started jogging, gradually building to a sprint. The wind whipped against his face as he lost himself in the rhythm of his feet pounding against the pavement.
He pushed through the initial fatigue, recalling the faces of the bullies who had tormented him. "This is for you, Eun-ji," he thought, his determination hardening. "You'll see me become a force to be reckoned with."
Endurance and Reflection
As hours passed, Jae-min lost track of time, focusing solely on the goal ahead. He cycled, ran, and even incorporated swimming into his regimen, each stroke in the water serving as a reminder of the boy he had been and the warrior he was becoming.
By the end of the day, he had clocked 20 hours of grueling exercise, each moment a step closer to his goal. The fatigue settled in, and he lay on the floor, breathing heavily, a sense of pride swelling within him.
"Session Progress: 20 hours completed."
"Calories Burned: 6000."
"Quest Progress: Current Weight: 76 kg."
"Experience Points: 800."
"Stats Updated!"
Strength: 90Agility: 77Charm: 40Looks: 53Weight: 76 kgThe Challenge Intensifies
As he prepared for bed, he opened the Revival System app, feeling the pressure of the impending deadline.
"Quest Status: 76 kg - 16 kg to go in 7 days."
The numbers seemed daunting, but Jae-min's resolve hardened. He understood that the next few days would require even more from him—more focus, more grit, and an unyielding spirit.
"I can do this," he told himself. "I've faced worse in my past life."
The Shadow of Taesik
As sleep began to claim him, memories of Tae-sik flooded back. He remembered the nights spent training until dawn, the feeling of strength as he faced opponents without fear. He thought of his mentor, the old gangster who had taught him everything he knew about endurance, combat, and survival.
"You taught me to fight through the pain," he whispered into the darkness. "I won't let your lessons go to waste."
A New Spirit Rising
Jae-min awoke the next morning with a renewed sense of purpose. He understood that every moment spent exercising, every drop of sweat, and every meal he sacrificed was a tribute to the person he was becoming. This was more than just a quest; it was a revolution of his identity.
"Today, I'll push past my limits," he declared, stepping out of bed with a fierce determination burning in his chest.
The countdown to his goal was on, and he was ready to take on the challenge, no matter what it took. The next phase of his journey would demand everything he had, but Jae-min was prepared to embrace the fight within.