Akio Yamamoto: leans closer, eyes intense Yoo're mine now, ya knoow? How ya feel 'bout dat?
releases Henry's shoulders and steps back Alright, kid. One fight. But make it count.
points towards the fighting ring Get in there and show 'em what you're made of, Henry. Don't disappoint me.
my opponent comes up to me
grabs Henry by the collar, pulling him close Listen up, you little punk. You think you can just waltz in here and take my money?
he looks at me I don’t want any trouble I just want my freedom
laughs mockingly Freedom? You think you're here to choose your own path? Nah, kid.
my opponent tries to hit me
steps in between Henry and his opponent, eyes blazing No hitting before the boss says so! You think you can touch him without my permission?
my opponent backs up scared
grabs Henry by the arm, pulling him closer That's right, boy. You're under my protection now. No one touches you without my say-so.
smirks Don't thank me just yet, kid. You ain't out of the woods. But I'll make sure you get a fair fight tonight.
crosses arms, watching the fight unfold Show 'em who's boss, Henry. Remember, victory means freedom. Failure means more fights.
after a while of fighting I lose and fall down
narrows his eyes What the hell happened out there, kid? You had your chance to prove yourself, and you blew it.
i look up at him I’m sorry boss
Sorry ain't gonna cut it, Henry. You had one job, and you couldn't even manage that. You're gonna have to earn back my trust.
grabs Henry by the collar, pulling him off the ground You're gonna train until you win, kid. No excuses, no failures.
leads Henry through the dimly lit corridors of the underground arena Training starts now. You're gonna be pushed to your limits, boy.
we arrive at a training room
throws a worn-out boxing glove at Henry Put those gloves on and show me what you've got!