A Race Against Time
Episode 5 of High School Return of A Gangster opens with a heart-stopping abduction. Yi-heon vanishes before Se-kyung's eyes, leaving him with the daunting task of saving his friend without alerting the authorities.
Tangled Webs
Meanwhile, Yi-heon finds himself face-to-face with Dong-soo, the leader of the rival gang. A fierce fight ensues, showcasing Yi-heon's formidable fighting skills. Back at school, the bullies receive an unexpected assignment – kidnap Jae-min. This twist of fate sets a chain reaction in motion, as Jae-min flees and stumbles upon Se-kyung, who is desperately trying to track down Yi-heon.
A Shocking Revelation
Desperate to save himself, Jae-min reveals a crucial piece of information – the gang plans to kidnap Yi-heon's mother again. Se-kyung, ever resourceful, utilizes Yi-heon's phone to bolster security at the house, only to be thwarted by Dong-soo's caution.
A Deal with the Devil
Yi-heon, held captive, drops a bombshell. He shares secrets only Deuk-pal, the former gang leader, would know. This revelation throws Dong-soo into a state of confusion. Dong-soo explains that he was hired by Mi-kyung, Yi-heon's father's secretary, to take Yi-heon's mother and eliminate him.
In a desperate attempt for freedom, Yi-heon proposes a deal – open a restaurant for Dong-soo in exchange for breaking up the gang. Dong-soo, burdened by debt and loyalty, hesitates, leaving the fate of the deal hanging in the balance.
Unexpected Intervention
Meanwhile, Se-kyung, determined to save Yi-heon, seeks help from his father, a high-ranking prosecutor. A deal is struck – Se-kyung will sever ties with Yi-heon in exchange for his father's intervention. To Se-kyung's surprise, Dong-soo releases Yi-heon, leaving the details of their agreement shrouded in mystery.
A Fragile Truce
Fearing Mi-kyung's wrath, Dong-soo decides to keep an eye on Yi-heon for now. Returning home, Yi-heon, touched by Se-kyung's actions, vows to help him gain independence from his controlling father. They devise a plan to stay in touch and continue their studies, all while maintaining a façade of separation.
Unexpected Alliances
Se-kyung distances himself from Yi-heon at school, striking up a friendship with Jae-hoon, who attempts (unsuccessfully) to turn him against Yi-heon. Meanwhile, Yi-heon remains blissfully unaware of the girl who harbors a secret crush on him.
A Cry for Help
The episode closes with a gut-wrenching phone call. Se-kyung, feeling trapped and suffocated by his father's control, hints at suicide. Yi-heon, ever the hero, rushes to his side, offering a spontaneous trip to the beach as a way to lift Se-kyung's spirits.
With a cliffhanger ending, High School Return of A Gangster leaves us yearning for more. Will Se-kyung find solace in Yi-heon's company? Will Dong-soo betray his deal with Mi-kyung? The answers lie in the next thrilling episode.