460 First Opponent

Shengxiang stadium, Fuluo. The well-lit stadium was flooded with people that bore a sea of enthusiasm.

"The competition begins with double-elimination. There will be one round for each fighter per day, until there are 16 left," explained Zhong Ningtao, leading Lou Cheng and the rest to their designated areas.

Similar to the Youth Tournament at the provincial level last year… , nodded Lou Cheng, paying close attention to the layout of the stadium in order to perform his role as a good husband and capture any interesting sights.

Shengxiang was greatly influenced by Buddhist culture, evident from the many golden Vajra and Arhat in the stadium—some menacing, some imposing, some in pain and some sullen. At a glance, they roused anxiety and fear in the heart of the onlooker.

Among the intimidating gazes of the statues were three spacious arenas that formed a triangle, covered in swastika carvings that carried messages of clarity, illusion and detachment.