From Earth to Infinity: A Second Chance

Sasuke Uchiha vs Rock Lee

As I made my way back to the stands, the others came over, concern written on their faces.

"How's Tenten, Naruto?" Sakura asked, her eyes filled with worry.

"She's fine," I reassured her. "She just used up too much chakra. Let's go watch the next match—it's Sasuke versus Rock Lee. It's going to be a good one."

With that, we left the infirmary and took our seats, eager to witness the third match.

In the arena, Sasuke and Lee stood opposite each other, both focused and ready. Gekko, the proctor, gave the signal, "Begin," despite his usual cough.

Sasuke immediately drew his katana, channeling his chakra into the blade, enhancing its cutting power and speed. He knew he couldn't underestimate Lee's strength or speed. Lee, on the other hand, had a steely look in his eyes as he recognized Sasuke's resolve. Without hesitation, he removed the weights from his legs, letting them drop to the ground with a thundering impact.

The crowd gasped as Lee's speed increased dramatically, allowing him to close the gap between himself and Sasuke in a blink. Both fighters launched into a fierce exchange, Sasuke's chakra-infused strikes clashing with Lee's swift and powerful taijutsu. The audience was captivated, and we leaned forward, knowing this would be a battle of skill, determination, and sheer willpower.

Even with his weights removed, Lee found it challenging to keep up with Sasuke. Sasuke had grown significantly stronger, especially since awakening his Mangekyo Sharingan, which I had helped him achieve. Through my support in completing his related quest, I had also unlocked the Mangekyo, but that's a story for another time.

Realizing he couldn't match Sasuke's newfound speed and power through sheer taijutsu alone, Lee resorted to opening his Eight Inner Gates. This technique, invented by none other than the Green Beast of the Hidden Leaf, Might Guy's father, Might Dai, was a last-resort move that pushed the user's physical abilities beyond their natural limits. As a mere genin, Dai had gone up against the Seven Ninja Swordsmen of the Mist, taking down four of them, though it ultimately cost him his life. His sacrifice left a legacy of unyielding strength and courage that Lee now aimed to honor.

Eight Inner gates:Gate of Limit open....

With his Eight Gates unleashed, Lee's speed and power surged, and he charged at Sasuke with renewed ferocity. The impact of their clash was tremendous, drawing gasps from the crowd as they witnessed two exceptional shinobi pushing their limits in a battle that would surely be remembered.

Lee wasn't holding back; he unleashed his full power by opening the Fifth Gate of the Eight Inner Gates, which increased his speed and strength to an almost inhuman level. A fierce green chakra aura surrounded him, and his skin flushed red as he charged at Sasuke with intensified speed and force. Each strike came faster and stronger, pushing Sasuke to his limits.

Though Sasuke possessed the Mangekyo Sharingan, he held back from using it openly, not wanting to reveal too much in front of the crowd. Instead, he activated his standard Sharingan, allowing him to read Lee's movements and counter more effectively. His attacks grew sharper and more calculated, predicting and exploiting any tiny openings in Lee's relentless onslaught. Despite Lee's overwhelming speed, Sasuke's Sharingan helped him stay on equal footing, reading each move with incredible precision.

Sasuke refrained from using powerful techniques like Chidori or ninjutsu, knowing they could escalate the fight too far. With genjutsu ineffective against Lee's iron will, Sasuke relied solely on taijutsu and kenjutsu, matching Lee's intensity with raw skill.

The audience was captivated, cheering louder with each exchange. The excitement filled the arena, as everyone waited breathlessly to see who would emerge victorious in this intense battle of strength and strategy.

Both the Hokage and Kazekage watched intently, captivated by the extraordinary match unfolding before them. Sasuke and Lee's fierce battle had begun to shatter the surroundings, and the sheer intensity of their blows left even seasoned shinobi in awe. Unlike typical Chunin matches, this fight resembled an exchange between elite Jonin, with each combatant pushing the limits of their skill and endurance.

Sasuke's precise strikes left Lee with visible bruises and injuries, while Lee's attacks, though occasionally breaking through, lacked the full force needed to overwhelm Sasuke's defenses. As the battle wore on, it became clear that Sasuke had the upper hand. Lee's body struggled under the strain of maintaining the Fifth Gate, the forbidden technique eating away at his stamina and leaving severe side

effects.

Though exhausted and battered, Lee's

willpower drove him back to his feet, even as he teetered on the edge of unconsciousness. Seeing Lee's unyielding spirit,Sasuke respectfully decides to end the fight without further harm.In a swift motion,he sheathed his katana and used a body-flicker technique to strike Lee's Neck, rendering him unconscious.

"As Lee cannot continue,Sasuke Uchiha is the winner,"Gekko announced.

The crowd erupted,their cheers reaching a fever pitch as they celebrates the incredible match they had witnessed.