A new transfer student, Lee Gilgo, openly rejects the established fighting arena, highlighting the cowardice of those who hide behind rules. This act sparks unrest among the bullies, who now feel the need to fight rather than hide. Simultaneously, another character is being trained on a punching machine and learning the basics of fighting technique, such as the one-two punch. The chapter hints at the changing power balance within the school due to Gilgo's defiance.