The Way to Solve Things

In the midst of a heated discussion, both senseis were forced to let go of part of their anger and frustration because a kid was scolding them, which was not pleasant at all as adults.

If Karate was going to be like this, Dash would make sure to destroy both dojos in the tournament to teach them what better things they should focus on before fighting like children.

Of course, these were just Dash's thoughts; in reality, he wanted more competitiveness than unjustified hatred.

When Daniel left, he looked at the students and said, "We have sorted out the problems; your sensei will talk to you later."

Dash, who looked at Mr. Johnny, said, "I met your son Robby a few days ago. Maybe I don't care about your relationship, but he was about to be stabbed by those he considered his friends until recently."

"Where?" Johnny opened his eyes wide and stood up from his chair.

Dash sighed and said, "Don't worry, he can handle them very well, and those guys went to prison... What I mean is that there must be many things stuck in his life. As a son, I don't have the best relationship with my father, but we both reached a point where we tried to understand each other."

"You don't know anything, kid..." Johnny muttered, feeling devastated.

Dash nodded, but still wanted to be honest with this man who seemed to need help, just as he needed help from Chozen. "For a moment, I wanted to leave my parents' house, leave them behind, and never see them again for the rest of my life. I was angry; I threw a tantrum and went to Japan for a tournament after making a silly bet with my father..."

Johnny didn't believe what he had heard; it seemed impossible to imagine that knowing that now Dash had acted with a lot of maturity. But seeing that look on Dash's face, he knew he wasn't lying.

"When you're angry, you don't think things through, but when you're alone, you feel the truths firsthand. Don't think it's too late to fix things with your son; I'm totally sure Mr. LaRusso will help you with that if you ask him."

Dash, looking again at Cobra Kai's students, said, "On the other hand, I can see that some of your students are getting into more fights. They are losing control. I'm not saying it's wrong, but you need to control them. Both you and I need a guide, and there's no better guide for them than their sensei..."

"I'll handle it; you don't have to worry..." Johnny knew perfectly well what had happened. He was about to give his students a good lesson, so he said, "Due to the recent problems, we'll postpone the matches between our dojos to the weekend."

Dash nodded and said, "Thank you for listening to a kid's words..."

"No, thank you for putting an old man on the right path..." said Johnny, watching Dash leave, who didn't plan to stay in the dojo anymore given what had happened.

Johnny, who needed some time to calm down, left the office, looked at his students, and shouted, "Gather in a circle."

All those who were about to finish the practice matches gathered around the mat, and seeing their sensei's face, they knew that something had gone wrong.

"Some of you may be wondering what's happening, and you'll be as surprised as I was a few moments ago."

Johnny looked at his students and said, "It seems that some of you have taken a path of recklessness and dishonor, belittling the name of a rival dojo. I'm not here to make accusations but to confront an uncomfortable truth that we must address as a united family."

"A dojo is not just a physical place where we train our bodies and minds; it's a community, a brotherhood based on mutual respect and the constant pursuit of personal improvement. Disparaging another dojo not only reflects a lack of respect towards them but also reflects a lack of respect towards yourselves and what we have built together."

Everyone stayed silent; those who had participated in that act only lowered their gaze out of fear of being discovered.

But Johnny, who hadn't finished, said, "I don't train cowards. If you're going to fight, do it fairly; don't embarrass Cobra Kai."

"As a sensei, my duty is to guide you towards greatness, not only as martial artists but as human beings. Greatness is not achieved by belittling others; it is achieved by surpassing our own limits and respecting those who challenge us."

"I ask you to reflect on your actions and on the image you are projecting not only of yourselves but also of this dojo that has been your home for learning and growth."

Sighing, Johnny said, "We're not a bunch of thugs or troublemakers; we are a family that supports each other and rises together."

"I heard that something was also stolen; I want you to place it in the bathrooms when you think it's the right time. As an apology, I volunteered to clean Mr. LaRusso's dojo, and anyone who wants to make sure to come with me tomorrow."

After saying that, Johnny sighed and said, "Go back home; the class is over..."