As dawn broke, Jae-min stirred awake, fatigue lingering in his muscles but overshadowed by an electrifying sense of purpose. The time was now. Only three days remained until his weight goal of 60 kg was set to be achieved, and he was determined to cross the finish line, no matter the cost.
The Morning Grind
He began his day with a quick glance in the mirror, admiring the significant changes in his physique. Gone was the boy who had once loitered in shadows, replaced by someone who could actually envision their future. He threw on his workout gear, the fabric hugging the contours of his emerging muscles, a testament to the relentless hours he had spent transforming himself.
Revival System:
"Daily Goal: Complete 20 hours of extreme exercises."
"Current Weight: 63 kg - Days Remaining: 3."
With renewed vigor, he hit the gym. Today, he decided to incorporate a mix of cardiovascular and strength training, determined to push himself to the brink of exhaustion. His routine was tailored for maximum impact, focusing on compound exercises that engaged multiple muscle groups.
Forging Strength Through Sweat
His workout began with an aggressive warm-up:
Treadmill Sprints: 10 minutes at maximum incline.Kettlebell Swings: 4 sets of 15 reps.Squat Jumps: 4 sets of 10 reps.Box Jumps: 4 sets of 12 reps.
As he moved from one exercise to the next, Jae-min lost himself in the rhythm of his workout. Sweat streamed down his face, soaking his shirt, and his heart raced with adrenaline. But deep inside, he felt an ember of doubt flicker—Was he really capable of achieving such an extreme goal?
Revival System:
"Doubt Detected: Activating Motivation Protocol."
"Task: Recall your past as Tae-sik and let that strength guide you."
The system's words resonated within him, and memories of his former life surged forth. He remembered the grueling training sessions with his mentor, the fierce battles fought in the underground rings, and the camaraderie forged with other thugs. He had been strong once; he could be strong again.
Reliving the Past
Suddenly, a vision washed over him. He was back in the dimly lit gym where he had trained as Tae-sik, surrounded by men who challenged him to push beyond his limits. "Focus on the goal," his mentor had said, the gravel in his voice demanding respect. "Every ounce of pain is a step toward power."
Jae-min pushed harder, channeling the spirit of Tae-sik with each rep. The fear of losing, of falling back into the shadows, propelled him forward. His determination solidified, and he refused to allow the whispers of self-doubt to seep in.
Breaking Barriers
He completed his morning session and grabbed a quick protein shake before diving into his studies. Balancing academics with extreme workouts was crucial. As he immersed himself in his textbooks, he took brief moments to perform push-ups or lunges, maintaining the high-intensity rhythm of his life.
But as the hours rolled on, he could feel the weight of fatigue pushing down on him. With every passing minute, hunger clawed at his stomach, but Jae-min was resolute; he had learned to ignore the discomfort, convinced that the pain was a necessary sacrifice.
Revival System:
"Calories Burned Today: 4000."
"Quest Progress: Current Weight: 62 kg."
"Experience Points: 1800."
"Stats Updated!"
Strength: 102Agility: 94Charm: 46Looks: 65Weight: 62 kg
He took a moment to breathe, the exhilaration of numbers rising tingling through him like electricity. "This is it," he thought. "I can do this."
An Unraveling Family
However, the moment was short-lived. His parents had returned home early, and he could sense their concern brewing. They found him in the living room, surrounded by textbooks, a hint of a sheen on his forehead from the day's exertions.
"Jae-min!" His mother's voice cut through the air. "You need to stop this madness! Missing school every day isn't a solution. You're hurting your future."
He felt the weight of their disapproval press down on him. "I can't stop now. I need to prove to myself that I can change. I'm so close," he pleaded.
"But at what cost?" His father's voice was firm yet laced with concern. "You're obsessing over this. You're a smart kid. Don't throw your education away for something that might not even be worth it."
Jae-min felt anger bubble within him, but he swallowed it down. They couldn't understand what was at stake for him; they hadn't seen what he had endured.
Enduring the Struggle
That night, after his parents had retreated to their rooms, Jae-min returned to the gym, determined to crush the mental strain. He pushed through set after set, taking only brief pauses to hydrate. He sprinted on the treadmill until his legs burned and then transitioned to weightlifting, feeling every muscle in his body protesting.
He was getting closer, and the deadline loomed. The system buzzed with information:
Revival System:
"Daily Goal: Complete 20 hours of extreme exercises."
"Calories Burned Today: 8000."
"Quest Progress: Current Weight: 60 kg."
"Experience Points: 2000."
"Stats Updated!"
Strength: 103Agility: 95Charm: 46Looks: 66Weight: 60 kgThe Final Countdown
The transformation was evident, but so was the exhaustion. He felt a haze creeping in, fatigue threatening to pull him under. But he fought against it, channeling the essence of Tae-sik, pushing past the limits of his body and mind.
With the clock ticking down to his goal, Jae-min knew that the final push would demand everything he had left. "This is for me," he repeated as he forced himself through another set of burpees, each jump echoing the defiance of his past.
With only two days left until his ultimate transformation, he was ready to unleash everything he had learned—every ounce of strength, every lesson from his previous life—as he sprinted toward the finish line. He was not just changing his body; he was reclaiming his identity.
The Path Forward
Tomorrow would bring new challenges, but Jae-min felt unshakable. The fire in his heart burned bright as he prepared to embrace the next stage of his revival. He was no longer just a bullied fat boy; he was becoming a warrior ready to break through the chains of his past.
"Let's do this," he whispered into the silence of the gym, the echoes of his determination resonating within him. The revival was just beginning.