Ultimate Fighting

Kim Hajun, a fifteen year old boy was getting beaten by a bully. "Hajun, come on aren't we friends"

Kim Hajun has black hair and red eyes, he was neither chubby nor slim, he was average at best. "Y-yeah we are"

"Yeah so why the hell did you not do your homework" Hajun'a lifestyle was like this.

After school he could be seen walking back home with aome bruises on his face. "Maybe i should dropout"

He muttered to himself, walking along the way Hajun suddenly stopped, a red screen appeared in front of him. "What's this?"

He touched the screen only to find his hand going through it.

[The Ultimate Fighting System has been activated, Fight to supremacy]

"What the-."

[You have been given a quest]

[Quest:You are Weak…

[100 Punches, Meditate for 2 hours,100 push ups, 100 squats, Eat a balanced diet.]

[Duration:1 week]

[Rewards:A random Martial Arts,Mind Technique:Eye of Revelation]

[Penalty:An hour in the Ultimate Dimension]

Hajun blinked in confusion as he stared at the glowing screen. His bruised face twisted in disbelief.

"What kind of game is this? I didn't even sign up for anything…" he muttered, waving his hand through the screen again.

[Failure to complete the quest will result in immediate penalty.]

Another notification flashed in bold red letters. Hajun's heartbeat quickened, and a chill ran down his spine.

"Penalty? Ultimate Dimension? What the hell does that even mean?" he said aloud, looking around to see if anyone else could see the bizarre phenomenon. But the street was quiet, the sun beginning to set behind him.

He hesitated, then read the quest requirements again.

"100 punches? 100 squats? Is this some kind of bootleg workout app?" Hajun sighed and rubbed the back of his neck. His body ached from the day's beating, and the idea of doing anything physical seemed impossible. Still, the word penalty loomed in his mind like a threat he couldn't ignore.

"Alright, fine, I'll just… try a few punches or something," he muttered.

He stepped into an empty alleyway, glancing around nervously. Raising his fists awkwardly, he threw a weak punch into the air.

[1/100 punches completed.]

A small ding echoed in his ears, and Hajun froze.

"…It's real?" His voice cracked.

He threw another punch, slightly harder this time.

[2/100 punches completed.]

A sense of realization dawned on him. If the system was keeping track, maybe completing the tasks wasn't impossible.

"Alright, 100 punches first." Hajun steeled himself, ignoring the soreness in his arms. Punch after punch, he focused on the glowing counter in front of him, his body trembling with effort.

By the time he hit 100, his arms felt like jelly, and his shirt stuck to his back with sweat.

[100/100 punches completed. Reward progress: 25%]

Hajun slumped against the alley wall, panting heavily. "This… better be worth it."

Before he could catch his breath, the screen flickered again.

[Next task: Meditate for 2 hours. Begin now? Yes/No.]

"What happens if I pick no?" Hajun asked aloud, only to receive no response.

He groaned and slumped to the ground. "Fine, yes."

The screen dimmed, and a timer appeared. Hajun crossed his legs and closed his eyes, trying to focus despite the dull ache in his arms and legs.

Minutes crawled by, his mind racing with questions. What was this system? Why him? And what in the world was the "Ultimate Dimension"?

As his breathing steadied, a strange warmth began to flow through his body. His aches started to fade, replaced by an unfamiliar sense of calm.

Unbeknownst to him, a faint red aura began to emanate from his body.

Hajun's breath slowed, his thoughts beginning to clear as the strange warmth spread through him. The red aura surrounding him grew brighter, flickering like flames.

[1 hour 45 minutes remaining.]

The timer on the screen seemed to mock him, but Hajun was too engrossed in the strange sensation. It was like he could feel every part of his body: the soreness in his arms, the weight of his legs, the steady rhythm of his heartbeat.

"What… is this feeling?" he muttered under his breath.

The warmth wasn't just soothing—it was empowering. His mind started to sharpen, and for the first time in years, he felt oddly… in control.

Suddenly, his surroundings shifted. The quiet alley dissolved into a vast, empty space. A crimson sky stretched infinitely in all directions, and the ground beneath him was a smooth, black surface that reflected the red glow of his aura.

Hajun's eyes snapped open.

"Where—where am I?!"

[You have entered the Meditative Realm. Progress will be accelerated here. Time remaining: 1 hour 30 minutes.]

The system's voice echoed around him.

"Meditative Realm?" Hajun whispered. He stood up, looking around. There was nothing but emptiness, yet it didn't feel threatening. It felt… peaceful.

[Meditate in the Meditative World]

Hajun hesitated before sitting back down on the smooth, reflective ground. The surreal environment was unlike anything he'd ever experienced. Despite the strangeness, he obeyed the system's instructions and closed his eyes once more, his breathing steadying.

The warmth from earlier intensified, flowing through his limbs like molten energy. It wasn't just calming; it was transforming him, strengthening him from within.

[Focus. Let your mind and body become one,] the system prompted.

Hajun frowned but did as he was told. He emptied his thoughts, focusing only on the rhythm of his breathing. Slowly, he began to feel it—the flow of energy in his body. It wasn't just warmth anymore; it was something deeper, something alive.

Suddenly, a faint vision appeared before him. A shadowy figure stood in the distance, its form indistinct but intimidating. The figure raised its hand, and Hajun instinctively flinched, but nothing happened.

"What… is that?" he asked, his voice echoing in the vast space.

[You have glimpsed your inner self,] the system replied. [To conquer the world, you must first conquer your fears.]

"My fears?" Hajun looked at the figure again. It wasn't attacking—it was just standing there, watching him. A shiver ran down his spine. Was this really part of the meditation? He wanted to run, but something inside him refused to move.

The figure stepped closer.

Hajun's breathing quickened. His calm began to waver, and the strange warmth in his body faltered.

[Maintain focus. Overcome the fear.]

"I… I can't!" Hajun shouted, scrambling back. The shadowy figure loomed over him now, its presence suffocating.

[Penalty imminent.]

"Penalty?" Hajun's voice cracked as he tried to back away further, but the ground beneath him held firm, trapping him in place. His heart pounded wildly in his chest.

The shadowy figure extended a hand, its touch stopping just short of Hajun's face. He shut his eyes tightly, waiting for something—anything—to happen.

But instead of pain or terror, there was silence.

He cracked one eye open and saw the figure still standing there, unmoving. The oppressive fear began to fade, replaced by an odd sense of curiosity.

"What… are you?" Hajun whispered.

The figure didn't answer but instead mirrored his movements, raising a hand as if inviting him to touch it.

Hajun hesitated, his trembling hand inching toward the figure's. As his fingers brushed against it, a surge of energy rushed through him, and the figure dissolved into countless motes of red light that were absorbed into his body.

[You have confronted the shadow of fear. Inner Harmony +1.]

Hajun gasped as the notification appeared. His body felt lighter, his mind clearer.

"What just happened?" he muttered, looking at his hands. The red aura around him pulsed brightly for a moment before fading.

[Time in Meditative Realm complete. Returning to the physical world.]

Before Hajun could process what he'd just experienced, the crimson sky and reflective ground vanished, replaced by the familiar alleyway. He blinked rapidly, disoriented by the abrupt transition.

[2/2 hours of meditation completed. Reward progress: 50%.]

The screen's notification brought him back to reality. Hajun touched his face, surprised to find the bruises from earlier had almost entirely faded. His body, though tired, felt strangely renewed.

"This… system… it's real," he murmured, staring at the glowing screen.

"Hey?! what are you doing here?!" An officer.

"Shit!! i have to run" Hajun immediately started running, after making sure he was safw, he decided to go home and hope his little sister doesn't start nagging him.

Hajun burst into his tiny apartment, panting as he slammed the door shut behind him. The dimly lit room smelled faintly of detergent and the instant ramen his younger sister always ate. He leaned against the door, catching his breath, when a familiar voice called out from the living room.

"Oppa! You're late again!" A petite girl with long black hair tied in twin braids stepped into view, her hands on her hips. "And what's with your clothes? Did you get into another fight?"

"Not a fight," Hajun muttered, avoiding her sharp red eyes—the same as his own. "Just… tripped, that's all."

"Sure, sure," she said sarcastically, but her tone softened when she noticed the lingering fatigue in his face. "Have you eaten? I made some rice, so don't skip dinner, okay?"

Hajun managed a small smile. "Thanks, Hana. I'll eat in a bit."

Hana nodded, her suspicious gaze lingering for a moment before she returned to the living room. Hajun sighed in relief, rubbing the back of his neck. He trudged to his room and shut the door, flopping onto his creaky bed.

The screen appeared again, hovering above him.

[Quest progress: 50% complete. Remaining tasks: 100 push-ups, 100 squats, eat a balanced diet. Deadline: 6 days.]

"Eat a balanced diet?" Hajun frowned. "Is instant ramen part of that?"

The system ignored his sarcasm and continued.

[Finishing a Main quest early can lead to bonus rewards]

Hajun groaned and rubbed his face. "Bonus rewards? What are you, a gacha game?" he muttered, staring at the glowing screen.

A knock at his door startled him. "Oppa, are you talking to yourself again?" Hana's muffled voice came from the other side.

"No! Just… uh, practicing lines for a school play!" Hajun called out, sitting up quickly.

There was a pause. "Since when do you act?" Hana's suspicious tone was back.

"Since now! Go away, I'm busy!" Hajun snapped, and he heard her footsteps retreating.

He slumped back onto his bed, glaring at the screen. "Alright, push-ups and squats… Let's just get it over with before Hana comes back to interrogate me again."

Hajun rolled off the bed onto the floor, assuming a push-up position. His arms still felt like jelly from the punches, but the faint energy lingering in his body from the meditation gave him just enough strength to start.

"One… two…" he counted aloud, his muscles protesting with every rep.

By the time he reached fifty, sweat was dripping off his face onto the floor, and his arms trembled violently.

"Fifty… more…" he groaned, collapsing for a moment before forcing himself back up.

The system chimed in.

[Halfway there. Do not give up.]

"Yeah, easy for you to say," Hajun grumbled, resuming his push-ups. Each movement felt like dragging a boulder uphill, but he pushed through, his mind replaying the image of the shadowy figure in the Meditative Realm.

When he finally hit one hundred, he collapsed onto the floor, gasping for air.

[100/100 push-ups completed. Reward progress: 75%.]

"One step closer," he panted, flipping over onto his back to rest. He stared at the cracked ceiling, his chest rising and falling as he caught his breath.

The screen appeared again.

[Next task: 100 squats. Begin now? Yes/No.]

Hajun groaned loudly. "Can I get a break first?!"

The screen didn't respond.

"Fine, fine," Hajun muttered, pulling himself to his feet. His legs felt shaky, but he positioned himself for squats, determined to finish the quest as quickly as possible.

One by one, he powered through the squats, his mind wandering to the potential rewards.

"A random martial art… and Eye of Revelation?" he mumbled between reps. "What even is that? It better not be a scam."

By the time he reached ninety, his legs were burning so badly he thought they might give out. Still, he forced himself to complete the final ten.

[100/100 squats completed. Reward progress: 100%.]

The screen flashed brightly, and Hajun nearly fell over as a rush of energy coursed through him. His exhaustion faded slightly, replaced by a strange tingling sensation in his limbs.

[Quest Complete! Reward unlocked: Beginner Martial Art: Iron Fang Style. Mind Technique: Eye of Revelation.]

Hajun's eyes widened. "Wait, already? What does that mean—"

Before he could finish, his vision blurred, and a surge of information flooded his mind. He saw vivid images of a martial artist performing a series of powerful strikes and techniques, each movement precise and devastating. The knowledge seemed to imprint itself into his very muscles, as if he'd practiced for years.

Then, another wave of energy hit him, this one directed at his mind. A sharp, icy clarity filled his thoughts, and he felt… different. It was as if the fog that always clouded his thinking had been lifted.

[Eye of Revelation unlocked: Allows user to detect weaknesses and openings in opponents. Enhanced perception and reflexes.]

Hajun staggered, gripping the edge of his bed to steady himself. "This is… insane," he muttered, flexing his fingers and feeling the latent power coursing through him.

[A Bonus reward for finishing the Main quest early is being chosen]

[You have received the Family Function]

[Do you want to Create a Family Y/N]