"Ahh… ahhh…"
"No… impossible!"
"Those little monsters can use the same techniques as Master Krillin and the others!"
"Monsters! Those monsters!"
Unsurprisingly, everyone present—both the martial artists at the scene and those watching through television—was stunned by the battles taking place in the air and on the arena.
Those little monsters could use the same techniques as Master Krillin and Master Yamcha, and their power seemed even stronger!
"Yuujin, what's going on? Can those little Cells really copy other people's techniques?"
Chi-Chi, standing beside Yuujin, was also shocked and couldn't help but ask.
At their level, while many techniques could be learned just by watching, knowing a technique and actually using it effectively were two completely different things. To fully unleash the power of a martial arts technique, years of relentless practice were necessary.
But those little Cells didn't seem like they had just learned those techniques on the spot. Instead, it was as if they had been born with those abilities!
"Cell has fused with the cells of Piccolo and Tien from another world, and those little Cells were created by Cell. It's no surprise that they can use Piccolo and Tien's techniques," Yuujin explained to Chi-Chi, though inwardly he wasn't as calm as he appeared.
Damn Cell, what a ridiculously overpowered bastard!
Watching the battles of Piccolo and Tien in the arena, Yuujin and the girls, including Gokumi, couldn't help but show concern.
Not only were they outmatched in power, but their enemies could also use their own techniques. The situation was extremely unfavorable for them.
Seeing that Piccolo and the others were already at a disadvantage, it seemed they would soon meet the same fate as the martial artists who had fought before them.
"So it's still not enough…"
Yuujin sighed inwardly, feeling a little disappointed.
Although he hadn't expected Krillin and Yamcha to contribute much in the fight against Cell, as martial artists representing Earth, he had genuinely hoped they could create some miracles. But judging from the current situation, it seemed he would be disappointed.
However, it was still too early to say. The battles in the arena seemed to be taking a new turn.
"Ha… ha…"
"Damn it!!!"
Blocking another round of attacks from the little Cell, Krillin, floating in the air, panted heavily.
Looking over at Yamcha and the others, their battles were no better. If things continued like this, they would all lose.
This is so frustrating! I can't accept this!
They weren't just fighting for themselves anymore—they were representing all of Earth's humans and the honor of all martial artists.
Just one! If they could just defeat one little Cell and win one battle, that would be enough!
Krillin roared inwardly.
At that moment, a flash of inspiration struck Krillin.
If they couldn't defeat their opponents alone, why not work together?
While the rules prevented them from ganging up on a single little Cell, they could still coordinate their efforts and support each other in battle!
A brilliant idea formed in Krillin's mind, and he was so excited he almost trembled.
"Heh!!!"
The little Cell in front of him attacked again, but Krillin dodged and avoided engaging.
"Tien, Yamcha, Chiaotzu, Piccolo, can you hear me?"
"Krillin?"
Pointing a finger to his forehead, Krillin called out to Tien and the others in his mind. The fighters, who were battling nearby, simultaneously paused.
Krillin was using a technique called [Psychic Communication], developed by Yuujin. By connecting his energy with his targets, he could speak directly to them in their minds, almost like telepathy.
While it wasn't as advanced as King Kai's ability to communicate with anyone in the universe at any time, it worked perfectly fine over short distances.
It wasn't a particularly complex technique—just a matter of controlling one's energy. Yuujin had developed it, and Krillin and the others had learned it from him.
"Everyone, listen! I have an idea!"
Krillin directly conveyed his plan to his companions. Tien, Yamcha, and Chiaotzu's eyes lit up, and even Piccolo's expression shifted slightly as he acknowledged the feasibility of Krillin's strategy. However, true to his nature, Piccolo pretended to be unimpressed:
"Hmph, always coming up with unnecessary plans!"
The odd behavior of Krillin and the others didn't go unnoticed. Yuujin and the girls, including Gokumi, felt a renewed sense of hope, while Cell on the main stage sneered coldly:
"No tricks will work in the face of absolute power."
"Little Cells, kill them!"
Although Cell wasn't concerned about whatever scheme Krillin and the others were plotting, he decided to have the little Cells finish the fight quickly, just to be safe.
Once Krillin and the others were dead, it would be time for God Yuujin and Son Gokumi to make their appearance. He was getting bored watching this farce for so long.
"Heh heh heh!!!"
At Cell's command, the little Cells revealed their ferocity, no longer holding back as they charged at their respective opponents with eerie cries.
"Everyone, it's time!"
At that moment, Krillin finally finished explaining his plan to the others. Dodging the little Cell's attack, he burst into the air with a surge of energy.
"Wait… could it be…?"
Seeing Krillin place his hands on his forehead in midair, even Cell's expression changed as he realized what might be coming. But before he could warn his little Cells, Krillin had already taken action:
"Solar Flare!!!"
That's right—Krillin was using the Crane School's [Solar Flare]!
The [Solar Flare] was a technique that used the sun's energy and converted the user's energy into a blinding flash of light, temporarily blinding anyone who looked directly at it. While it had no direct offensive power, when used correctly, it could create unexpected opportunities.
And that's exactly what happened. As Krillin unleashed the [Solar Flare], almost everyone at the scene cried out and covered their eyes, their vision blurred—including the little Cells fighting Krillin and the others.
"Everyone, now!"
Krillin shouted from the air, and below, Piccolo, Tien, and the others immediately sprang into action.
Thanks to Krillin's warning, they hadn't been blinded like the others. Seizing this rare opportunity, they locked onto their enemies and unleashed their strongest attacks—
"Super Dodon Ray!"
"Spirit Cannon!"
"Kamehameha!"
"Special Beam Cannon!"
Boom boom boom boom boom!!!!!
Amid the deafening explosions and agonized screams, the attacks from Piccolo, Tien, and the others all struck their respective little Cells without fail!
To be continued…
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