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

Chapter 329 Signature Skill!
"Thank you," Rowan said gratefully.

“However, whatever the outcome, I hope it will be a spectacular battle,” Arya continued. “A duel between strong individuals is, in itself, an art.”

Time passed by unnoticed, and it was completely dark outside. Rowan checked the time and decided it was time to take his leave.

"It's getting late, you need to rest." Rowan stood up. "I won't bother you any longer."

“Wait,” Arya called out to him, “There’s something I’d like to ask you for help with.”

"What is it?" Rowan asked.

“I want to watch the battle tomorrow,” Arya said, “but the doctor won’t let me leave my room. Can you put in a good word for me?”

"Your injuries are so severe, you should rest well," Rowan advised.

“I know my physical condition,” Arya insisted. “I must watch this battle, not only to witness the duel between Hong and Rong Jun, but also for my own cultivation.”

“I understand, I’ll talk to the doctor,” Rowan replied.

"Thank you." Arya gave a genuine smile.

Rowan left the ward and ran into Arya's attending physician in the corridor.

"Doctor, how is Arya?" Rowan asked.

"Her physical injuries are healing rapidly, but the mental strain is significant," the doctor replied. "She's burned her life force; while she's not in mortal danger, it will take a long time for her to fully recover."

“She wants to watch tomorrow’s battle, do you think that’s alright?” Rowan asked, making Arya’s request clear.

The doctor frowned. "From a medical perspective, she should rest now. But if she insists, we can arrange for her to watch the live stream in a VIP ward."

“Let’s arrange it that way then,” Rowan said. “She really wants to see tomorrow’s battle.”

After saying goodbye to the doctor, Rowan returned to his lodgings. His teammates were all waiting for him in the living room, clearly interested in his conversation with Arya.

"So? What did she say?" Thor asked curiously.

Rowan sat down on the sofa and briefly recounted his conversation with Arya, omitting the part about "deliberately losing."

"She really guessed your plan?" Hong asked, somewhat surprised.

“She’s very smart,” Rowan nodded, “and her attitude toward this matter surprised me.”

"What attitude?" Luo Feng asked.

"Not only was she not angry, but she thanked me for giving her the opportunity to fight Rong Jun," Luo Wen replied truthfully.

"This is indeed unexpected," Thor remarked. "If it were me, I probably wouldn't have such a magnanimous heart."

"This is the true mindset of a strong person," Hong mused. "It's not just about physical strength, but also about mental strength."

“She wants to watch the match tomorrow,” Rowan continued. “Although she is still very weak, she insists on watching your fight with Rong Jun.”

“I won’t let her down,” Hong said firmly. “Since she could fight Rong Jun to such an extent, I can’t lose to her.”

"The key is to formulate a good strategy," Rowan cautioned. "Although Rong Jun is injured, he's still in great danger. And according to Alia's analysis, he's very adaptable."

“I understand.” Hong nodded. “I will give it my all in this battle.”

Silent all night.

The morning sun shone on the arena, and the spectator area was already packed. Yesterday's fierce battle between Rong Jun and Princess Silver Moon had filled everyone with anticipation for today's match. People wanted to see if this Earth warrior could pull off a miracle and defeat the injured Rong Jun.

The three members of the Earth team sat in the front row of the spectator area, their faces etched with tension. Rowan clenched his fists, Thor kept stretching his shoulders, while Luo Feng took deep breaths, trying to ease the pressure in his heart.

"Brother Hong will definitely win, right?" Luo Feng's voice trembled slightly. "Rong Jun was so badly injured yesterday."

“Rong Jun has a strong recovery ability,” Luo Wen reminded him, “and the savages are often in greater danger when injured. Like cornered beasts, they will fight to the death; we cannot let our guard down.”

Thor clapped his hands heavily: "No matter what, we must trust Brother Hong! He's the most experienced of the four of us, and his combat wisdom is also the highest!"

In other areas of the spectator zone, representatives from various factions were also engaged in heated discussions about the upcoming battle.

"Do you think this Earthling has a chance of winning?" asked a spectator from the Machine Race.

"It's hard to say," the elven representative replied. "Although Rong Jun is injured, the fighting power of the savages often increases rather than decreases when they are injured."

“But Hong’s Earth Law is quite unique,” ​​another spectator analyzed. “His fight with Ezra yesterday was spectacular; that move ‘Great Virtue Carries All Things’ was particularly impressive.”

"The key is whether he can gain a sufficient advantage before Rong Jun goes berserk," said a Rock Clan spectator. "If Rong Jun drags them into a war of attrition, the Earthlings' chances of winning are slim."

In the VIP spectator area, the executives of Virtual Universe Company were also watching the battle closely.

"Zhenwu, what do you think the outcome of this battle will be?" the Inspector asked.

Zhenwu pondered for a moment: "It's hard to predict. Hong is indeed quite strong, and he's very clever, knowing how to utilize his advantages. But even injured, Rong Jun is an extremely dangerous opponent."

“If Hong can win,” another high-ranking official said, “it will prove that Earth truly has extraordinary potential.”

In a VIP ward at the medical center, Arya was watching the upcoming battle via live stream. Although she was still very weak, her eyes were unusually focused.

"Hong, let me see your strength," Arya murmured to herself. "Whether you can avenge me depends on you."

Inside the preparation area, Hong was making final adjustments. He sat cross-legged on the ground, his hands hanging naturally at his sides, his entire being like an immovable mountain. But unlike usual, today he exuded an unprecedented fighting spirit.

"Brother Hong, how are you feeling?" Luo Wen and the others came to the preparation area to give him a final word of encouragement.

“Excellent, better than ever before.” Hong slowly opened his eyes, a resolute light flashing in his deep gaze. “Yesterday’s battle taught me a lesson: a true strongman is not one who possesses the strongest attack power, but one who can find a way to win in any predicament.”

"Rong Jun is indeed very strong, but he was greatly exhausted in yesterday's battle," Thor analyzed. "Moreover, he burned his life force, so he must have some hidden injuries."

“I know,” Hong nodded, “but I won’t underestimate him just because he’s injured. On the contrary, a wounded beast is often more dangerous.”

Luo Feng grasped Hong's hand: "Brother Hong, no matter the outcome, we are all proud of you. You have represented Earth and come this far; that in itself is a miracle."

"No, the miracles have only just begun." Hong stood up and stretched his limbs. "I want everyone to know that Earth's martial artists are in no way inferior to any race in the universe."

On the other side, Rong Jun was also preparing. Although yesterday's battle had taken a heavy toll on him, after a night of recovery, his condition had improved considerably. However, upon closer inspection, it was still noticeable that his movements were slightly stiffer than usual.

"Attention all contestants, the match between Hong and Rong Jun is about to begin. Please proceed to the teleportation area." The system notification sounded.

Hong took a deep breath and nodded to his three teammates: "I'm going."

"Go for it, Brother Hong!" the three cheered him on in unison. "Let the universe witness the power of Earth!" Thor shouted.

"Believe in yourself, and believe in the power of the earth!" Rowan also offered encouragement.

Hong strode towards the teleportation zone, each step exceptionally firm. He knew that this battle was not only about his own honor, but also about the reputation of the entire Earth.

In the teleportation area, Hong saw Rong Jun. Although this savage genius had received treatment, he still bore the marks of yesterday's battle. His arms were wrapped in bandages, and there were obvious wounds on his chest. But his eyes remained as fierce as a wild beast, radiating a dangerous aura.

“Earth’s warriors,” Rong Jun’s voice remained as deep and resonant as thunder, “I’ve heard that you Earthlings are very intelligent. I hope you won’t disappoint me.”

“I won’t,” Hong replied calmly. “Rong Jun, I admire your strength, but today I will give it my all.”

“Very well, then let me see what you’re capable of.” Rong Jun grinned, revealing his sharp teeth.

"Teleportation initiated. Battleground: Shattered Plains."

A flash of white light, and the two disappeared from the teleportation area at the same time.

The next moment, they found themselves on a plain filled with boulders. Everywhere they looked were rocks of all sizes, and the ground was a hard, stone-like structure. For Hong, who was skilled in the laws of the earth, this environment was extremely advantageous.

"An interesting battlefield." Hong felt the solid ground beneath his feet, and his aura became even more composed. "Here, I can unleash my full strength."

Rong Jun glanced around at his surroundings and scoffed dismissively, "The environment has never been a problem for me. No matter where I am, I can defeat my opponent."

The spectator area immediately erupted in excitement.

"A gravel plain! This environment is very favorable for floods!"

"However, Rong Jun's strength is undeniable; environmental advantages may not be able to compensate for the gap in strength."

"The key is whether Hong can make full use of this advantage."

On Earth's side, all three members were intently watching the battlefield.

"This battlefield environment is indeed quite good," Luo Wen analyzed. "Brother Hong can use those boulders as cover, and he can also control them to launch attacks."

“But Rong Jun’s destructive power is immense,” Thor said worriedly. “Those stones might be as fragile as tofu to him.”

"Don't forget Brother Hong's virtue and generosity," Luo Feng reminded him. "His defensive capabilities are very strong. As long as Rong Jun doesn't get close, there's a chance of victory."

"Battle begins!"

As soon as the system's voice finished, the two of them acted simultaneously.

Hong did not attack rashly, but first observed Rong Jun's condition. He found that Rong Jun's movements were indeed stiffer than yesterday, especially the movements of his right arm, which were obviously unnatural.

"As expected, there's an underlying injury," Hong thought to himself. "But we can't let our guard down; even the injured Rong Jun is not to be underestimated."

Rong Jun, however, had no such concerns. He charged directly at Hong, ready to end the battle with his most proficient frontal attack.

"The Law of Power - Earthquake Strike!"

Rong Jun slammed his fist into the ground, and a powerful shockwave spread outwards. Wherever it passed, even hard rocks shattered, demonstrating its astonishing power.

Faced with such an attack, Hong did not choose to withstand it head-on, but instead used the laws of the earth to change the terrain.

"Earth Law - Stone Wall Defense!"

Countless stone walls surged from the ground, layer upon layer, blocking Hong's path. Although Rong Jun's attack was powerful, its strength diminished significantly after breaking through more than a dozen stone walls.

"Hmph, a mere trick!" Rong Jun snorted coldly and continued charging towards Hong.

But Hong's counterattack followed.

"Earth Law - Boulder Throw!"

Under Hong's control, the surrounding boulders flew up and hurtled towards Rong Jun like cannonballs. Each of these stones weighed several tons, and their power was not to be underestimated.

Faced with such an attack, Rong Jun displayed astonishing reaction speed. He either dodged or directly smashed the stones with his fists, and was not hit by any of them.

The spectators in the viewing area were all stunned by the intense opening.

"Hong's tactics are clear: to use the environment to launch long-range attacks!"

"But Rong Jun's reaction speed is too fast; such attacks are unlikely to be effective!"

"The key is to see who can last longer!"

On the battlefield, the two entered a stalemate. Hong used the laws of the earth to launch continuous ranged attacks, while Rong Jun tried to close the distance and find an opportunity for close combat.

"Earth Laws - Gravity Domain!"

Hong deployed his gravity field, and the gravity of the entire battlefield began to shift. Rong Jun felt his body suddenly become much heavier, and his movements were greatly affected.

"What?" Rong Jun was surprised to find his speed had decreased significantly. "The law of gravity?"

“That’s right,” Hong’s voice came from all directions, “within my gravity field, your advantage will be greatly reduced.”

The spectator area erupted in cheers once again.

"Gravity Domain! Hong has finally unleashed his signature move!"

"Under the influence of the gravitational field, Rong Jun's movements were indeed greatly restricted!"

"This is going to be good!"

On Earth's side, all three members watched the battle with excitement.

"Great! Brother Hong's gravity field worked!" Luo Feng said excitedly.

"Under the constraints of the gravitational field, it will be even more difficult for Rong Jun to get close!" Thor was also very excited.

“But Rong Jun is very adaptable,” Luo Wen reminded him. “He will find a solution soon.”

As Luo Wen had predicted, Rong Jun, though affected by the gravitational field, quickly adapted. He adjusted his fighting rhythm; although his speed slowed, each step became more steady.

“An interesting ability,” Rong Jun said with a cruel smile, “but that’s not enough!”

He took a deep breath, and a faint red glow began to emanate from his body.

(End of this chapter)