In the clearing surrounded by lush greenery, two young men faced each other. The stronger one, with a muscular build and a confident grin, held his arm around the neck of his leaner friend, positioning him in a classic Dragon Sleeper hold. The muscular mentor had a lesson to teach—a lesson of humility and endurance.

The slim fighter squirmed, his neck and back arching as he felt the pressure increase. His eyes widened, and he struggled to break free, but his friend’s grip was firm. With each movement, the muscular one adjusted, making sure the hold was tight yet controlled. He wanted his friend to understand the importance of patience and technique, not just strength.

After a few moments of struggle, the mentor finally loosened his grip, letting his friend catch his breath. The lesson was clear: wrestling was as much about control and discipline as it was about power. As they caught their breath, the mentor patted his friend on the back, signaling the end of this round. A silent promise hung in the air, though—their training had only just begun.