Isekai in Hajime no Ippo with Gaolang’s Template

The gym was alive with the familiar sounds of boxing—gloves pounding against heavy bags, shoes squeaking on the canvas, and sharp exhalations from fighters perfecting

their punches. Alex Makunouchi, drenched in sweat, sat slumped against the ropes of the ring, panting heavily. His muscles burned from the grueling training session Kamogawa had put him through, but the fire in his eyes showed no signs of fading.

He opened his system interface, a feature that had become his hidden companion since he began his journey in boxing. The faint glow of the data felt like a lifeline amidst the physical exhaustion.

Name: Alex Makunouchi

Age: 17

Height: 5'8

Weight: 61kg

Template Progress: 19%

"Only one percent left," Alex muttered under his breath, his lips curling into a determined grin. The next milestone was within reach—the super-fast jab of Gaolang Wongsawat. "Just one more percent, and I'll finally unlock it. The speed of 13 jabs in a single breath... Unstoppable."

He glanced up at Ippo, who was in the middle of intense training with Coach Kamogawa. Ippo was diligently practicing the peek-a-boo style, weaving through imaginary punches while throwing precise counters. Sweat dripped down Ippo's forehead, but his focus never wavered.

Kamogawa's gruff voice cut through the air. "Keep your head moving, Ippo! You leave it still, and you'll be eating punches for dinner!"

Ippo nodded firmly, tightening his guard. He was relentless, even as fatigue crept into his movements.

Alex chuckled softly to himself, wiping his face with a towel. "He's growing fast, just like me," he thought, watching his cousin push himself to the limit.

News of Their Next FightAs the session continued, the gym doors swung open, and the assistant coach stepped in, holding a clipboard. His expression was a mix of excitement and seriousness.

"Alex, Ippo," the assistant coach called, drawing their attention. "Come here, I've got news."

The cousins exchanged curious glances before approaching him.

"What's up?" Alex asked, shaking out his arms to ease the stiffness.

The assistant coach smiled. "Your next fights are scheduled. Mark your calendars—it's on January 15th. That's less than a month away."

Both Alex and Ippo froze for a moment before grinning. The adrenaline of a new challenge coursed through them.

"Who are our opponents?" Ippo asked, his voice tinged with anticipation.

The assistant coach smirked. "Details will come later, but you better believe they're tough. Start preparing now. We want to build on your momentum from your debut matches."

Kamogawa, overhearing the conversation, chimed in with a sly grin. "Don't get cocky, boys. You've made a splash, but boxing only gets tougher from here. Now, back to training!"

Ippo and Alex nodded in unison, their resolve hardening.

The Drive to ImproveAs Ippo returned to his drills, Alex leaned against the ropes, watching him with a mixture of admiration and competitive spirit. He knew Ippo's sheer determination was a force to be reckoned with.

"19%," Alex thought again, clenching his fists. "If I can push just a little harder, I'll unlock that speed and become even more dangerous in the ring."

The scene was set—the young boxers, hungry for growth, driven by their passion, were ready to face whatever challenges came their way. The road to January 15th would be grueling, but for Alex and Ippo, the grind was part of the thrill.

To Be Continued..