Synopsis

Shin Youngmin is threatened by the Golden Circle for his failure to keep Kim Hyunsung in check, and ordered to sabotage Kim's grades to protect his own standing, facing severe consequences for failure. Kim Hyunsung, meanwhile, continues his training, gaining the respect of his instructor while confidently devising a plan to achieve power through academic success and withstand his enemies' machinations. Both characters acknowledge the challenges they face, highlighting the high stakes of their conflict, and illustrating their respective struggles against their circumstances.