Childhood Friend of the Zenith is an enthralling martial arts manhwa that explores themes of redemption, fate, and second chances. Gu Yangchun, a former demonic human under the Heavenly Demon, led a life of bloodshed and regret. His actions, dictated by his master’s will, left him haunted by his past. In his final moments, he offered vital information to Wi Seol-ah, the warrior who ended the Heavenly Demon’s reign, before meeting his end.
Upon regressing to the moment he first met Wi Seol-ah, Gu Yangchun sees an opportunity to change his fate. He longs for a peaceful existence, free from the burdens of his past sins. However, escaping the past is never easy, as the shadows of his former life creep closer. The series masterfully weaves intense action sequences with emotional storytelling, making it a must-read for fans of martial arts and reincarnation stories.
Plot of Childhood Friend of the Zenith
Gu Yangchun was once a fearsome demonic human, a warrior molded by the will of the Heavenly Demon. Bound by duty, he carried out heinous acts, despite his inner turmoil. His life took a turn during the Great Orthodox-Demon War when Wi Seol-ah struck down his master. Captured by the Orthodox forces, he faced the consequences of his actions and ultimately chose to aid his captors in their fight against the Demon Cult before his death.
Miraculously, he awakens in his younger self’s body, at the moment he first encountered Wi Seol-ah. Realizing this is not an illusion, Gu Yangchun seizes the opportunity to change the course of his life. Determined to avoid the suffering of his past, he decides to live a quiet existence, away from the conflicts of the Orthodox and Demon factions.
However, fate refuses to let him go so easily. Old enemies and unresolved grudges begin to surface, pulling him back into the world he desperately wants to leave behind. With his past knowledge, martial prowess, and a newfound determination to protect those he once harmed, Gu Yangchun on a journey of redemption, hoping to defy destiny itself.
Childhood Friend of the Zenith Chapter 45 Release Date and Time
Childhood Friend of the Zenith Chapter 45 is set to release on Sunday, January 26, 2025. Below are the expected release times:
- Japan Standard Time (JST): Monday, January 27, 2025, at 12:00 AM
- India Standard Time (IST): Sunday, January 26, 2025, at 8:30 PM
- Canada (Eastern Time, EST): Sunday, January 26, 2025, at 10:00 AM
- Pacific Time (PST): Sunday, January 26, 2025, at 7:00 AM
- Australian Capital Territory (ACST): Monday, January 27, 2025, at 2:00 AM
- Greenwich Mean Time (GMT): Sunday, January 26, 2025, at 3:00 PM
- Philippines Standard Time (PHT): Sunday, January 26, 2025, at 11:00 PM
- Korean Standard Time (KST): Monday, January 27, 2025, at 12:00 AM
Where to Read Childhood Friend of the Zenith Chapter 45
You can read Childhood Friend of the Zenith Chapter 45 on Naver Webtoon for Korean readers and Webtoon for English translations. Be sure to support the official release through these platforms.
