A Ruheng versus Uchiha Sasuke

The martial Round-Robin Tournament for Martial Arts Matchmaking Convention is drawing to a close, and the highly anticipated final three days have finally arrived.

The Spectator around the arena were packed with people, cheers and chatter rising and falling, the air thick with anticipation and excitement—everyone knew that the final stage of the competition would surely be the most exciting showdown.

Today's schedule is highly anticipated due to the two crucial matches: the Round-Robin Tournament between Group 5 and Sixth Group.

Among them, Sixth Group, dubbed the "Group of Death" by the Spectator, had already become the focus of pre-match discussion due to the gathering of many top-level players;

The fifth group's ability to compete with it Zhiyin both of today's contestants are top-tier powerhouses who possess "Body Martial Soul".

Body Martial Soul is an extremely rare existence in the Soul Master World. Every Spirit Master who possesses Body Martial Soul has potential and strength far exceeding that of other Spirit Master of the same level.

Today's fifth match takes "rare" to its "peak" - the Senior Brother of the Body Sect A Ruheng, will face off against the mysterious young man Uchiha Sasuke.

A person's Martial Soul is the "heart" that symbolizes the Life Origin. It is known for its powerful vitality and explosive force, and can continuously provide Soul Power in battle. Furthermore, it can use the special ability of the heart to fight against powerful enemies.

The other person's Martial Soul is the "eye" that controls vision and special abilities. Although its specific abilities have not yet been fully revealed, the mere fact that it is called the "Body Martial Soul" is enough to make people not dare to underestimate it.

The heart is opposite the eyes—a core representing life and power, a key symbolizing insight and mystery.

The clash of such top-tier Body Martial Soul is enough to excite many Spectator just by hearing the name, making it one of the most anticipated matches of this Round-Robin Tournament.

What's even more exciting is that both contestants are young – A Ruheng, though physically imposing like a man in his prime, is actually no more than thirty years old; Uchiha Sasuke, with his handsome face and cold demeanor, appears to be even younger.

With such formidable cultivation at such a young age, no one doubts that they will inevitably grow into top powerhouses in the Soul Master World.

For the Spectator, witnessing this clash of future top talents in advance will be a source of great pride and something to boast about in the future.

As the referee gave the order, two beams of intense light suddenly descended from the sky at the entrances to the passageways on either side of the Competition Platform, illuminating the end of the passageways as if gods were descending to earth.

Immediately afterwards, two distinctly different figures slowly entered the Spectator's field of vision, instantly pushing the atmosphere of the entire venue to its first climax.

A Ruheng emerged from the left-hand passage.

He was a full two meters tall, his extraordinary physique standing like an iron tower, his muscles as hard and prominent as granite, and with each step he took, one could feel the ground vibrate slightly, exuding an extremely fierce sense of oppression.

Especially his shiny bald head, which reflected a dazzling light under the sunlight, made him a veritable "Bright Peak," adding to his fierce demeanor and making him even more recognizable.

The appearance of Uchiha Sasuke in the right passage contrasted sharply with A Ruheng.

He was tall and slender, with a handsome face that could leave the female Spectator speechless. He wore a light gray short-sleeved shirt with a stand-up collar, which outlined his smooth figure. The red and white emblem embroidered on the back of the shirt, though its meaning was unknown, added a touch of mystery and nobility to him.

"Sasuke! Sasuke! Sasuke!"

Almost the instant Uchiha Sasuke onto the stage, a series of sharp cheers erupted from the Spectator, all shouts from young girls in the throes of first love.

Clearly, compared to a muscular strongman like A Ruheng, this young man with both handsome looks and a cool demeanor is more likely to capture the hearts of female Spectator.

In an instant, the name "Sasuke" resounded throughout the arena, and even the air seemed to be filled with pink bubbles.

"Sunny Sasuke! Sunny Sasuke!"

Many enthusiastic fans waved homemade support signs and shouted "Sunny Sasuke," a nickname that had somehow spread.

Although it sounds a bit strange, and even doesn't quite fit Uchiha Sasuke's cold demeanor.

However, some fans felt that the nickname was both endearing and unique, perfectly highlighting Sasuke's distinctiveness, and thus spontaneously accepted it as a special form of support for him.

Just as cheers erupted throughout the arena, A Ruheng, who was standing on the stage, suddenly took long strides and jogged up to Uchiha Sasuke.

His face showed no trace of pre-match seriousness; instead, he wore a carefree smile and asked with curiosity, "Brother Sasuke, your Body Martial Soul is so unique. May I ask who your master is?"

With his hands in his pockets and his gaze still indifferent, Uchiha Sasuke simply replied to A Ruheng's enthusiastic question, "What's it to you?"

A Ruheng, however, didn't seem to care about Sasuke's coldness at all. Instead, he laughed even more heartily, "Hahaha, Brother Sasuke, don't misunderstand, I'm just curious!"

"After all, someone like you with Body Martial Soul is destined to be extraordinary, and you're bound to achieve great things in the future. So, I'd like to ask, Sasuke, have you joined any faction yet?"

Upon hearing this, Uchiha Sasuke remained calm, his tone carrying the unique confidence of a strong person. "I don't need to join any faction; one person is enough."

Upon hearing the phrase "not affiliated with any faction," A Ruheng's eyes lit up instantly, as if he had discovered a new continent. He took half a step forward, his tone becoming even more enthusiastic:

"Then, Brother Sasuke, would you be interested in joining our Body Sect? I'm not joking with you. When it comes to understanding and researching Body Martial Soul, no one in the world can surpass our Body Sect!"

"If you join, the elders in the sect will definitely teach you everything they know, which will be of immense benefit to the growth of your Martial Soul. I guarantee you'll become stronger much faster!"

The Body Sect has been in decline for far too long. As the Senior Brother of the Body Sect and the designated successor to the future sect leader, A Ruheng has always harbored a strong desire to revitalize the sect's glory and make the Body Sect flourish, thus fulfilling his master Mu Ye's lifelong dream.

This unwavering commitment made him cherish every opportunity that might bring hope to the sect.

Although his junior brother Lufa was exceptionally talented and a contemporary God Craftsman, enjoying a high reputation in the Soul Master World, he had always shown little interest in inheriting the Body Sect.

Master Mu Ye never forced Lufa do anything. He only valued Lu Fa's talent and made an exception to pass on the Body Sect's Innate Secret Method, thus establishing a bond of kinship and hoping that there might be a turning point in the future.

Now, having encountered a genius like Uchiha Sasuke at the Martial Arts Matchmaking Convention —possessing a top-tier eye -Body Martial Soul and displaying astonishing strength at a young age— A Ruheng naturally wouldn't let him go.

In his view, recruiting Sasuke into the Body Sect would not only allow Sasuke's talent to be fully developed under the sect's nurturing, but also inject new vitality into the declining Body Sect, allowing the sect's strength to reach a new level. It would be a win-win situation.

"The Body Sect? Never heard of it."

Despite A Ruheng's enthusiastic recruitment, Uchiha Sasuke's expression remained icy. He slightly raised his eyes, his tone carrying a hint of aloofness. "I have absolutely no interest in such an unknown little force."

"Hey, Sasuke, you're really ignorant!"

Hearing the words "small force," A Ruheng was not angry at all. He knew that the Body Sect had indeed declined for too long and was no longer as famous as it once was. It was understandable that the younger generation of Spirit Master had never heard of it.

So, he put aside his eagerness to recruit Sasuke and instead enthusiastically began to explain the sect's history to him, his tone full of pride. "Our Body Sect is a great sect with a history of tens of thousands of years! Back in the day, the Spirit Ice Douluo Huo Yuhao..."

"Stop being so verbose!"

Before A Ruheng could finish speaking, Uchiha Sasuke showed a clear hint of impatience on his face.

He frowned slightly and interrupted coldly, "I've already said, I have no interest in joining such a small force. If you really want me to join that so-called Body Sect, then let me see your strength first!"

Upon hearing this, A Ruheng was taken aback at first, then a simple and honest smile spread across his face, as if he had grasped the key point. "Brother Sasuke means that as long as I can defeat you, you will be willing to join the Body Sect, right?"

"If you can really do it, then why not join me?" Uchiha Sasuke's expression remained cold.

"Okay! Then it's a deal!"

Upon receiving an affirmative answer, A Ruheng was overjoyed, his voice rising several decibels. He nodded vigorously, then turned and walked towards one end of the arena, preparing for the upcoming duel.

But the instant he turned around, a glint of cunning flashed in his previously honest eyes, and the smile on his lips involuntarily turned upwards, revealing a hint of slyness at his successful scheme.

Meanwhile, in a secluded corner of the Spectator, two figures were talking in hushed tones, their eyes fixed on the two men on the ring.

Zhen Hua watched the commotion on the stage, a meaningful smile appearing on his face. He turned to Mu Ye beside him and teased, "Your eldest disciple is quite cunning. He saw that young man was arrogant and deliberately used provocation to trick him. That's not a very ethical method."

Upon hearing this, Mu Ye waved his hand dismissively, a smile still on his face, his tone full of approval for his disciple. "You don't understand, this is called a strategy, a plan, understand?"

"Ten thousand years ago, didn't Spirit Ice Douluo Huo Yuhao use a similar strategy to 'lure' Rouge Douluo Nan Qiuqiu to the Tang Sect? My disciple is paying homage to his predecessor and inheriting his wisdom!"

He had known Zhen Hua for many years; one was A Ruheng's mentor, and the other was his uncle who had watched A Ruheng grow up, so he knew A Ruheng's personality all too well.

A Ruheng may appear to be bold and unrestrained, but he is actually meticulous and observant, and is by no means a brute who only knows how to use brute force.

His actions just now clearly showed that he had seen through Uchiha Sasuke's proud and arrogant personality, and that he was determined to win. He deliberately pretended to be simple and honest to deceive Sasuke and gradually guide him to make the promise that he would join the sect if he lost.

Zhen Hua stroked his beard, a hint of curiosity flashing in his eyes, and continued, "So, old man? Do you think that kid A Ruheng can beat that Uchiha Sasuke?"

"Of course!" Mu Ye blurted out without hesitation, his tone brimming with confidence, his eyes sharpening. "Old man, don't underestimate my apprentice."

"Although that kid named Uchiha Sasuke is indeed not weak, and his Eye Martial Soul is quite unique, our Body Sect's Innate Secret Method are no joke! Once that kid A Ruheng shows his true abilities and defeats him, our Body Sect will have gained another Grand General!"

At this point, Mu Ye's smile widened, his eyes filled with anticipation:

"That's Eye Martial Soul! It's definitely one of the top-tier Body Martial Soul! When Sasuke the sect, paired with A Ruheng's Heart Martial Soul, one focusing on insight and the other on powerful offense, they will absolutely complement each other perfectly. The revival of the Body Sect will be just around the corner!"

"What if—I mean, what if A Ruheng loses?" Zhen Hua deliberately dragged out his words, asking with a hint of teasing.

Mu Ye's smile vanished instantly. He snorted coldly, his tone stern. "If he loses, it proves that the kid slacked off during training and didn't fully master what I taught him! As his master, I'll definitely give him a good 'welcome' and make him reflect on his actions!"

As he spoke, a dangerous smile appeared on his face, and his eyes made Zhen Hua, who was standing next to him, shiver involuntarily—clearly, the "hospitality" that Mu Ye mentioned was by no means an easy punishment.

On the ring, A Ruheng, who was preparing to warm up, suddenly shivered involuntarily, and the hairs on his body stood on end.

He looked around in confusion, but there was no fluctuation of Soul Power or any unusual movement around the arena. He could only scratch his shiny bald head and attribute the sudden chill to his own nervousness and oversensitivity.

"Five, four, three, two, one, the match begins."

"Great Fireball!"

Uchiha Sasuke the first move. He formed a hand seal, and the next second, a scorching aura suddenly filled the arena. He tilted his head back slightly and suddenly spewed out a ball of Lie Yan.

"Boom!"

A deafening roar erupted in the arena, and the massive Fireball unsurprisingly engulfed A Ruheng's figure completely.

The heat wave generated by the burning flames spread outwards, and pale blue energy ripples instantly appeared on the protective barrier at the edge of the arena to resist this astonishing impact.

"Haha, that's awesome!"

However, to everyone's surprise, instead of the expected sounds of dodging or defense, a hearty laugh rang out from within the area engulfed in flames, "Hahaha, awesome!"

As the laughter subsided, the raging flames seemed to be pushed aside by an invisible force. Immediately afterward, nine distinct Soul Ring suddenly lit up in the firelight—six black and three red.

To everyone's astonishment, A Ruheng emerged unharmed from the flames, his clothes completely untouched by a single spark, as if the intense heat that had consumed everything was nothing more than a gentle breeze to him.

He raised his hand and patted his solid chest with a dull thud, a hearty and battle-ready smile spreading across his face as he shouted to Sasuke, "Brother Sasuke, don't hold back, come on!"