Knock Out – Season 1 Episode 4 Recap & Review
Episode 4
Knock Out Episode 4 brings us back to the kissing with Keen removing Thun's shirt. That's only the beginning as the two take things to the bedroom, only to be interrupted by a call from Typhoon. He congratulates Thun for finally letting him go.
And with that, the moment is ruined. Keen throws his shirt back on, asking the question. Thun explains their argument but not his previous relationship with Typhoon. Unsettled, Keen tucks himself into bed telling Thun to rest up for the fight.
The next day, Thun weighs in then Keen takes him back to get ready, requesting a massage. Caught by the others, Keen ducks out to let Ait take over.
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At the preceding fight, Win bets, triumphs and talks up Thun for the next match. While Typhoon gets his trainer to increase his dosage of whatever he's taking. After the needle, his veins seem to darken. Typhoon knows he'll have 12 hours of extra strength and then severe pain as it recedes.
As the team sets up, Klao mentions that the judges may have been bribed in the previous match. Five rounds later, Typhoon and the Cannon are both still standing. But Typhoon is awarded the win via points. Petch immediately disagrees with the call but Thun is resigned. Backstage, Keen accuses Pakorn of owning the judges. With the press, Thun gracefully concedes saying he and Typhoon are even now.
At dinner later, smiling giddily, Thun suggests it's like a date. Keen can't help but appreciate his expression, agreeing they'll eat out together more. Passing a game room, Keen is checking out the punching bag. But Thun is more interested in the claw machine toys. They win a boxing plushy at the punching bag with Thun landing the final blow.
Ait and Win visit Keaw in the hospital. As they exit, Win asks if Ait will still do massage work on the side once the transplant is complete. He tells Ait that he'll take care of him so Ait agrees to focus on boxing.
The guys run into Ms Muay on their way to Keen's apartment and Keen hears that Thun paid the last of his debt. Keen is annoyed but Thun says he wanted to do something for him. Keen can't stay angry and thanks him saying he'll pay as soon as he can. To that, Thun asks if Keen would like a boxer as a boyfriend. They agree with a kiss and things quickly heat up.
The Episode Review
Typhoon's untimely call puts a dampener on things though it's only a matter of time for Thun and Keen. But to what could Typhoon have been referring? Their friendship? Their friendly matches? Or something more?
And no matter what was between them, how disappointed will Thun be when he finds out Typhoon not only cheated but took drugs and risked himself to do it? Whatever is going on with his hulk-like blood vessels, it can't be healthy long-term. Even if the trainer tried to dissuade him.
Meanwhile, during the fight itself, it didn't seem like Thun was holding back but at the same time, he was quietly pleased for his friend's win. Maybe he's at bygones now that he's found a love interest. Maybe he wanted his friend to take the prize.
Then there's Win saying he'll take care of Ait. Sweet but doesn't it seem like it could be difficult for him to achieve? He lost the boxing bet and it seems like he has yet to pay that debt. Will Ait (and his little sister) really be able to depend on Win?
What are your thoughts on these Knock Out romances? Drop-kick your views into the comments below.
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