Marvel: The other side of the double-passing door is Devouring the Stars

Chapter 290 This opponent is not simple.

Luo Feng nodded: "You played very cleverly in this match, constantly probing your opponent's weaknesses before unleashing your full power at the very end."

"It was mostly good luck." Luo Wen smiled modestly, his gaze already fixed on the center of the arena. "The highly anticipated match of Division 9 is about to begin."

At this moment, information about the two sides about to engage in battle was displayed on the giant holographic projection screen:
Manka Star, Blood Axe Paro VS Sky Empire, Star Sword Iris

"Blood Axe Paro?" Hong frowned slightly. "I heard this guy is the number one young talent on Manka Star, and he's said to have already grasped the third level of the Earth Origin's profound meaning."

“Star Sword Iris is no ordinary opponent either,” Thor added. “A genius swordsman of the Azure Sky Empire, his swordsmanship is said to contain the rudiments of spatial laws.”

The entire Star Arena fell silent instantly, all eyes focused on the center of the battlefield. Two figures slowly appeared at opposite ends of the arena.

Paro was over two meters tall, his bronze skin etched with mysterious totems. He wielded a massive, blood-red battle axe, its blade gleaming with a dark red light. His bare upper body displayed explosive muscles, each one as if forged from refined steel.

"A bloodthirsty look in his eyes," Rowan muttered. "This Paro has probably killed quite a few people."

Iris, on the other hand, had a completely different style. He wore a silver-white, form-fitting battle armor, his blond hair flowed freely, and he held a slender star sword. The sword was adorned with countless tiny points of light, like stars in the night sky.

"Begin!" the referee commanded.

boom!
Paro unleashed his power instantly, charging towards Iris like a cannonball, his blood axe leaving a crimson trail in its wake.

"So fast!" Luo Wen's pupils contracted slightly. "This explosive power is already approaching the limit of the ninth rank of the Stellar level."

Iris remained unusually calm. With a slight tremor of her Star Sword, a tiny spatial vortex suddenly appeared at the tip of the sword.

"The laws of space!" Hong exclaimed in shock. "He actually grasped the basics of the laws of space!"

The Blood Axe clashed with the Star Sword, but strangely slid past the blade, as if its trajectory had been deflected by some force. Paro's attack missed, but he immediately adjusted his stance and swung the axe again with a backhand.

"The Earth's Fury!"

The battle axe slammed heavily into the ground, instantly shaking the entire battlefield. Countless earth-yellow energy ripples spread out from Paro, cracking the ground and sending debris flying wherever they passed.

"The third profound mystery of the Earth's essence—Vibration," Luo Feng analyzed. "This area-of-effect attack is very difficult to dodge."

Iris vanished from her spot in a flash, reappearing ten meters away the next moment.

"It's not teleportation!" Thor's eyes lit up. "It's extreme speed combined with the application of spatial laws!"

"Stars fall!" Iris finally launched a counterattack, raising the Star Sword high above her head, and countless points of light detached from the sword, transforming into meteors that hurtled towards Paro.

"Well done!" Paro laughed wildly, his blood axe flashing like the wind. "Blood Moon Reincarnation!"

The trajectory of the axe blade formed a massive crimson ring, intercepting all the meteors. Each collision unleashed astonishing energy fluctuations, illuminating the entire battlefield in a fiery red glow.

"Both of them are incredibly strong." Rowan carefully observed every detail. "Paro's earth element has reached a very high level, while Iris's use of spatial laws is still quite rudimentary, but combined with his speed and swordsmanship, he is extremely threatening."

On the battlefield, the two had already exchanged hundreds of blows. Paro's attacks were wide and powerful, each strike carrying immense force, while Iris remained composed, always managing to evade a fatal blow at crucial moments.

“It seems Paro is going to suffer,” Hong suddenly said. “His fighting style is too physically demanding, and Iris is clearly waiting for him to make a mistake.”

Sure enough, as the battle continued, Paro's movements began to slow down. Iris seized this opportunity, flashing forward and thrusting her Star Sword straight at Paro's chest.

"Is it over?" Rowan muttered to himself.

"No, not yet!" Thor suddenly said.

A sinister smile crept across Paro's lips, and a layer of yellowish-brown crystals suddenly appeared on his chest. The Star Sword pierced through it, producing a metallic clang.

"The fourth profound mystery of the Earth's essence—Crystallization!" Hong exclaimed in surprise, "He actually had this hidden technique!"

Taking advantage of Iris's moment of shock, Paro swung his axe backhand, aiming straight for her vitals.

At the critical moment, Iris's body twisted strangely as the axe blade grazed his armor, sending sparks flying.

"Spatial distortion!" Luo Feng's eyes lit up. "Iris's mastery of the laws of space is far deeper than we imagined!"

"Interesting," Rowan said thoughtfully. "Both of them have been hiding their true strength; the real contest is only beginning now."

On the battlefield, the two distanced themselves and adjusted their breathing.

“You’re strong.” Paro licked his lips, his eyes gleaming with even greater fighting spirit. “You’re worth my full strength!”

As he spoke, a dazzling earthy yellow light suddenly burst forth from his entire body, as if he had merged with the earth.

"The essence of earth—fully awakened!"

Iris, not to be outdone, raised her Star Sword high, the starlight on its blade shining even brighter: "Starry Sky Mystic Art—Galactic Power!"

In the audience, everyone held their breath.

"Both of them are fighting desperately," Hong said in a deep voice. "This strike will decide the outcome."

Rowan observed intently, knowing that such a duel between top geniuses would greatly benefit his cultivation. Although the Law of Fire differed from the origin of Earth and the Law of Space, the essence of their application was the same.

"The earth is cracking!"

"The Milky Way hangs upside down!"

Two terrifying energies collided, instantly engulfing the entire battlefield in a dazzling light. Even with the protective shield in place, those in the stands still felt the chilling energy fluctuations.

As the light faded, the battlefield was revealed to be riddled with cracks and craters. Paro knelt on one knee, his blood axe planted in the ground for support, blood trickling from his mouth. Iris knelt on the other side, her Star Sword broken in two, her armor shattered.

"A draw?" Thor exclaimed in surprise.

Just as the referee was about to announce the result, Paro suddenly coughed up blood and fell backward.

"The victor is the Azure Sky Empire, Star Sword Iris!"

The audience erupted in enthusiastic applause. The excitement of this battle was in no way inferior to the previous duel between Rowan and Adolf.

“Iris won because of the laws of space,” Luo Feng analyzed. “At the last moment, he used spatial distortion to deflect some of the impact, while Paro took all the damage.”

"The laws of space are truly wondrous," Rowan mused. "If we could combine the laws of fire with space..."

"Don't overthink it," Hong laughed. "First, hone your fire elemental skills to the limit."

At this moment, the holographic screen begins to display the match roster for the next game.

"Region 10, Black Dragon Mountain Empire, Thor vs. Sirius Starfield, Gale Saro!"

“It’s finally my turn.” Thor slowly stood up, radiating an excited fighting spirit. His eyes flickered with electricity, a natural manifestation of the laws of thunder. “Be careful,” Rowan warned. “Saro the Gale is quite famous in the Sirius Starfield; it’s said he has already grasped the fourth level of the Wind Origin—Void Storm.”

"A void storm?" Thor's lips curled into a confident smile. "Perfect. Let's see if his winds are stronger, or my lightning."

Hong said in a deep voice, "Saro's most terrifying aspect isn't his attack power, but his unparalleled speed. Cultivators of the Wind Origin are known for their speed, and he has taken this characteristic to its extreme."

"No matter how fast you are, you can't outrun lightning." Thor cracked his neck, making a snapping sound. "Just you wait and see."

After saying that, he strode towards the battlefield. With each step he took, the power of lightning around him intensified, and by the time he reached the edge of the battlefield, he was completely enveloped in a layer of pale blue electric light.

In the audience, all eyes were focused on this Thunder Warrior of the Black Dragon Mountain Empire.

"Thor! Thor!"

"Victory is certain for Heilong Mountain!"

"Defeat him, Thor!"

Cheers erupted one after another, clearly indicating that Thor was extremely popular among the audience.

At the same time, a figure in cyan slowly walked out from the opposite contestant tunnel.

Saroo was tall and slender, dressed in a blue battle robe that fluttered gently with his steps, as if blending into the surrounding air. He had delicate features, silver hair that swayed lightly in the breeze, and eyes as sharp as a hawk's.

What's most eye-catching are his weapons—two uniquely shaped scimitars. The blades are streamlined, with a pale blue sheen at the edge, as if wind is flowing within them.

"Wind Blade: Chasing Clouds, Wind Blade: Chasing the Moon." Luo Feng recognized the pair of weapons. "Legendary treasures of the Sirius Star Region, said to be able to perfectly transmit the power of the wind's essence."

"It seems the Sirius Star Region is taking this competition very seriously," Hong nodded. "They're even willing to bring out such a treasure."

On the battlefield, the two were already in their positions.

Thor wielded his Mjolnir, crackling with electricity, tiny arcs of light leaping through the air. His lightning armor glowed a pale blue, each plate seemingly containing destructive energy.

Saroo stood quietly, his twin swords crossed in front of his chest. A gentle breeze swirled around him, causing his blue battle robe to flutter even without wind, making him seem as if he were one with the wind.

"Begin!" the referee commanded.

In an instant, Salo's figure flashed, and he disappeared from the spot like a gust of wind.

"So fast!" came an exclamation from the audience.

Almost simultaneously, Thor suddenly raised his warhammer, and a thick bolt of lightning descended from the sky, striking precisely where Saroo was about to appear.

Boom!

Thunder roared, lightning flashed everywhere. But just before the lightning struck, Saroo's figure mysteriously changed direction, lunging at Thor from another angle.

"Wind Shadow Three-Stage!"

Saro changed direction three times in mid-air, dodging Thor's lightning blockade each time. His twin blades drew two arcs of blue light, aiming straight for Thor's throat.

"Thunder Barrier!"

Thor remained calm, instantly conjuring a lightning shield around himself. His twin blades struck the shield, sparking countless electric flashes, but they couldn't penetrate it even slightly.

"The Origin of Wind - Cut!"

A flash of blue light appeared in Salo's eyes, and the power of wind on his twin blades suddenly condensed. The originally flowing blue light became extremely sharp, like two invisible blades, forcefully cutting a gash in the lightning barrier.

"Interesting." Thor grinned, sweeping his warhammer and unleashing a storm of thunder.

Saroo's figure shifted again, drifting erratically amidst the lightning like a falling leaf. His speed was so extreme that the audience could only see streaks of blue afterimages flashing across the battlefield.

"Is this the Wind Shadow Step from the Sirius Star Region?" Rowan exclaimed in amazement. "It's practically like dancing."

"It's not just the Wind Shadow Step." A strange light flashed in Luo Feng's eyes. "He's using the essence of wind to alter the air density, making his body lighter."

On the battlefield, Saroo's attacks were relentless, like a storm. His twin blades transformed into countless cyan blade beams, striking Thor from all angles.

"Annoying flies!" Thor roared, "Thunder Domain!"

boom!
Centered on Thor, an area within a hundred meters was instantly covered by lightning. Countless arcs of electricity leaped in the air, forming a massive cage of lightning.

Although Saroo was fast, he found it difficult to maneuver within the dense network of lightning. He had to slow down and focus on dodging the deadly arcs of electricity.

"Got you!" Thor's eyes flashed, and he raised his warhammer high. "Thunderbolt!"

A bolt of lightning as thick as a bucket descended from the sky, aimed directly at Saroo. The power of this attack was so great that even the audience felt the destructive energy.

"The Origin of Wind - Nothingness!"

At the critical moment, Saroo suddenly became ethereal, as if he had transformed into a gentle breeze. The lightning bolt struck the spot where it had been, but only hit air.

"What?!" Thor's eyes widened.

The next moment, Saro's figure reformed behind Thor, and he slashed down with his twin swords crossed.

"The Origin of Wind - Sky-Splitting Slash!"

Two enormous cyan blade beams roared out, cutting through the air with a piercing sound.

At the last second, Thor instinctively dodged to the side. The blade grazed his armor, leaving two deep furrows in the ground.

"That was close!" Rowan breathed a sigh of relief in the audience. "If that attack had hit, Thor would have been in serious trouble."

"Saro's Wind Origin is truly remarkable," Hong exclaimed. "That Void attack just now touched upon the fifth profound mystery of the Wind Origin—Elementalization."

On the battlefield, Thor's expression turned serious. He finally realized that the opponent before him was no ordinary opponent.

"Looks like I need to get serious." Thor took a deep breath, and the lightning power around him began to surge wildly. "Thunder Law - Third Level - Thor's Descent!"

Rumble!
Suddenly, dark clouds filled the sky, and countless bolts of lightning churned within them. The Thunder God's form began to change; his already imposing body grew even taller, enveloped in dazzling lightning, like a mythical thunder god descending to earth.

"So, they're finally going to use their true abilities?" A glint of excitement flashed in Saroo's eyes. "Just what I wanted! Wind Origin - Fourth Level - Void Storm!"

call!
The wind around Salo suddenly became violent, forming a huge tornado. Countless tiny wind blades, each one extremely sharp, were mixed in with the wind.

(End of this chapter)