Gu Ding vs. Ba Mu

Suddenly, a burly figure stepped out from the crowd—a giant over four meters tall. Such a height was extremely rare even in this world.

Gu Ding's current height of 3.5 meters is already considered tall in this world; compared to Deep Sea Star, it's equivalent to over 1.9 meters. However, a height of four meters in this world would be equivalent to over 2.5 meters on Deep Sea Star, a height that might not appear even once every few centuries.

The big guy shouted in a deep voice, "Who is 9527? Follow me to Number One Arena!"

Gu Ding immediately realized that his opponent in this round was this Big Guy.

"I wonder which unlucky soul will run into Ba Mu. He's the undisputed strongest Half-Step True God in our Wu La City."

"Yeah, that guy Ba Mu, it's said that his Combat Strength is already comparable to Second Sequence true god. I'm afraid no one would want to encounter such an opponent."

"The only one who can rival Ba Mu is probably Jia Geer, who is skilled in soul attacks."

Below the arena, many were eagerly anticipating Ba Mu's fight, as this tournament was completely different from the previous chaotic events, essentially everyone's debut. And Ba Mu, as the undisputed strongest fighter, naturally received immense anticipation for this battle.

Gu Ding walked calmly toward the Number One Arena.

The Big Guy Ba Mu jumped onto the ring early, his bald Bald Head gleaming in the light.

Gu Ding, under everyone's watchful eyes, slowly walked onto the arena.

"Who exactly is this 9527? Why does he seem so fearless?" Someone noticed Gu Ding's relaxed expression and couldn't help but ask.

"He's definitely faking it. His opponent is Ba Mu, how could he not be afraid?" someone immediately objected.

This was the first time Gu Ding had truly appeared before everyone. Before, it had all been chaotic group battles, and he had only made two moves, which few people had witnessed. But now, it was a one-on-one match, and against a strong opponent like Ba Mu, he couldn't help but attract attention.

However, Gu Ding's appearance also alerted some truly powerful individuals. Many low-sequence True Gods who had already been eliminated sensed the dangerous aura emanating from Gu Ding.

"That Half-Step True God is incredibly powerful!"

"It seems this match Half-Step True God is quite interesting. Two guys with Combat Strength exceeding that of Second Sequence True God have actually been placed on the same arena."

"Why do I sense a dangerous aura emanating from this guy?" Jia Geer frowned, his gaze fixed on Gu Ding, standing below the ring.

On the ring, Ba Mu did not make a move immediately. Although he was not a procrastinator, this was his debut match, and it was necessary to say a few polite words.

After sizing up Gu Ding, he finally spoke. "You don't look weak either, but it's a pity you ran into me as your first opponent. Otherwise, you should have been able to qualify for the preliminary rounds of the Martial Dao Tournament."

Gu Ding smiled and said, "Actually, that's exactly what I wanted to say to you."

Their conversation was completely public; everyone watching from below the ring could hear it clearly. Many people were quite surprised to hear Gu Ding say that.

"This kid is too bold! How dare he talk to Ba Mu like that."

"Ba Mu will definitely kill him later."

Ba Mu was visibly taken aback by Gu Ding's words. However, he didn't seem angry when he recovered; instead, he laughed. "You're quite good. This is the first time someone has spoken to me like that. Since we both think we're better, let's not waste any more words and just settle this with a fight!"

No sooner had Ba Mu finished speaking than he launched a preemptive attack, his muscular figure darting out at lightning speed.

The moment Gu Ding stepped into the ring, he sensed danger emanating from Gu Ding. It was a premonition of danger honed through years of combat experience, an ability that had pulled him back from the brink of death several times. He firmly believed his premonition was accurate in judging Gu Ding as well, which is why he launched a Gu Ding attack.

Gu Ding, knowing his opponent's Combat Strength, dared not be careless. His Combat Strength was already at the late stage of the Second Sequence True God realm, while he himself, at full Combat Strength, was at the peak of the Second Sequence True God realm, only slightly stronger. He had to be cautious, otherwise he might suffer an unexpected defeat.

Gu Ding, now at full Combat Strength, didn't stand still and wait for the opponent's attack as before. Instead, he suddenly lunged forward, his heavy punch carrying endless gale force colliding with the opponent's whistling fist.

"Boom!" A piercing explosion rang out, and waves of air rippled outwards, violently impacting the protective shield of the arena.

Gu Ding and Ba Mu both retreated backward.

Gu Ding retreated more than three meters, while Ba Mu retreated more than five meters.

Many people noticed this detail.

"Ba Mu is actually being suppressed?!"

"Where did Ba Mu's opponent just come from?!"

"This 9527 is actually this powerful? That's completely unexpected!"

On the ring, Ba Mu's muscles bulged to their limit as he lunged at Gu Ding once more. Gu Ding, not to be outdone, also closed in on Ba Mu!

The two figures collided again at a speed that many people could not perceive with the naked eye.

"Boom!!!"

Then they separated again.

Gu Ding still holds the upper hand.

But Ba Mu did not admit defeat; instead, he immediately charged at Gu Ding again.

"Boom, boom, boom..."

The two transformed into two afterimages, flashing and colliding repeatedly on the arena.

In terms of both speed and power, the two had far surpassed the level of Half-Step True God. Most of the Half-Step True God watching the match could no longer see their movements at all. Even some of the First Sequence True Gods were struggling to keep up.

Many Second Sequence True Gods stared wide-eyed at the battle between the two on the arena, wondering, "Is this really a match Half-Step True God? These two are clearly already very close to the level of Third Sequence True Gods."

"This is what they call a battle between geniuses, a fight that has completely transcended their level."

On the arena, Gu Ding felt exhilarated by the fierce collisions with his opponent. It had been a long time since he had fought hand-to-hand with an opponent like this, purely relying on the strength of his physical body, without using divine source, without using soul attacks, and even setting aside Martial Dao Intent, just the most primal collision.

After a violent collision, Ba Mu suddenly stopped attacking and said, "I'm sorry, but if I lose here, I won't be able to participate in the preliminary rounds of the Martial Dao Tournament. So, I have to end this warm-up game and use my true strength."

"So, it's time to get serious from here?" Gu Ding grinned. "In that case, there's no need for me to keep hiding my strength any longer."

The spectators below were stunned by what the two on the stage said.

"That level of fighting... was just a warm-up."

"Both of them were hiding their true strength. If they're this terrifying even when they're hiding, what level are they really at?" (To be continued~^~)