ELAPID ✪ COBRA KAI

IX. Dojo Mojo

"You, with your words like knives
and swords and weapons that you use against me.
You- have knocked me off my feet again,
Got me feeling like I'm nothing."

Mean by Taylor Swift

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"Why did I let you talk me into this?" Demetri whined as many kids started packing into the small dojo. "This goes against everything I stand for. It's like an extra gym class for no reason."

"I hate to say it, but I think I agree with 'Mitri. I don't think I fit here Eli." Andi reasoned, trying to convince her friend.

Eli looked disappointed- but he wasn't about to let his friends leave.

"Let's just give it a chance," Eli pleaded. "You saw the fight. Miguel kicked ass." 

That was true, and Andi knew it. That was probably the only reason she considered staying. Well- that, and Eli. 

His grey eyes seemed to be sparkling with hope as he looked around the bustling dojo- clearly imagining what his future might look like if he studied there.

Andi also knew that if she left right now, Eli would most likely follow. Giving up his karate dream. 

Just as Andi had made the decision to stay and make the most of the class- she heard a loud voice interrupt her thoughts.

"Quiet!" Johnny yelled over the chattering students. 

Making his way to the front of the dojo, he turned to face all his students.

"Face front."

The large number of middle and high school students that had been messing around suddenly stopped and faced forward- terrified of the man. 

Johnny started walking around all the students, looking them up and down. 

"Nice shirt," he said as he walked by Demetri and his 'pi' shirt. 

"Thanks-" Demetri began to respond brightly before cut off.

 "I'm joking. It sucks."  Johnny clarified, leaving a disappointed frown on Demetries face. 

"I like your shirt 'Mitri," Andi tried to say to Demetri but was drowned out by another insult from Johnny.

"word of advice, if you've got shit for teeth- don't smile."

Andi was absolutely appalled at this behavior. If a high school boy had done this, she'd be furious- but a teacher. Really? How were they supposed to form a professional relationship with this man if he did not respect them? 

She made quick eye contact with Eli, showing her discomfort. 

He looked back at her and gave a reassuring smile. Agreeing that the man's demeanor was odd- but they should trust Miguel's instincts. 

"God makes me feel like a virgin. Looking at you." Johnny finished, looking at the youngest student in the dojo.

"When I look around this dojo, I don't see Cobra Kai material. I see losers. I see nerds. I see a fat kid with a funny hat with his tits popping out. But in my short time as sensei, I've also seen some miracles." 

Ok, maybe he is trying to give an inspiring speech- maybe he just isn't.  A great public speaker, Andi, tried to reason. 

"So maybe there some hope for you yet. But first, I need to see where everybody's at- so everyone, fall in."