The battlefield fell into a heavy silence, broken only by the howling wind.
All eyes were fixed on the two warriors now facing each other:
Goku, bathed in a crimson Kaio-ken aura, and Vegeta, the proud Saiyan Prince, radiating overwhelming bloodlust.
From a distance, Rayuga stood casually with his hands tucked into his pockets, his white hair fluttering, his blue eyes gleaming with sharp interest.
Around him, the Z-Fighters, along with Bulma, Chichi, Akiko, and baby Gohan, watched in anxious anticipation.
Everyone could feel it — this wasn't just a battle.
It was a clash that would decide Earth's future.
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[The First Exchange]
Vegeta smirked arrogantly.
"Kakarot... you should feel honored," he sneered.
"You'll die at the hands of a Saiyan Elite!"
Without waiting for a response, Vegeta vanished.
BOOM!
The ground where he stood exploded into rubble.
Goku's eyes sharpened —
he instinctively ducked just as Vegeta appeared above him with a savage punch.
WHAM!!
The force of the blow sent shockwaves across the field, but Goku had already countered with a spinning kick toward Vegeta's side.
Vegeta grunted, raising his forearm to block.
CRASH!!
The two collided mid-air, each strike producing deafening sonic booms that echoed for miles.
Dust and debris spiraled around them like a raging storm.
Krillin shielded his eyes, struggling to keep up with the speed.
"T-They're moving too fast...!"
Tien, his third eye wide open, nodded grimly.
"This isn't a normal fight... This is a battle between gods compared to us."
Rayuga chuckled softly, his gaze fixed on the intense duel.
"Still... this is only the beginning."
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[Vegeta Overpowers Goku]
After exchanging dozens of blows in seconds, Vegeta suddenly kneed Goku in the stomach, causing him to stagger.
Vegeta wasted no time — he grabbed Goku by the hair and slammed him face-first into the ground.
BAM!!!
The earth cracked under the impact.
Bulma gasped, clutching Akiko's hand tightly.
Chichi looked away, unable to bear the sight.
Vegeta laughed maniacally.
"Pathetic! Is that all the great 'Earth's savior' has?!"
But from within the smoke, Goku's voice echoed calmly:
"...Not even close."
Suddenly, a crimson flare shot out of the crater.
BOOOOOM!!!
Goku burst upward, his Kaio-ken aura roaring like a living flame.
Vegeta's eyes widened slightly in surprise.
Before he could react, Goku delivered a lightning-fast punch to Vegeta's jaw, sending him flying across the battlefield.
Vegeta flipped in mid-air, landing gracefully, but now his smirk was gone — replaced by a scowl of pure rage.
---
[Kaio-ken x2]
Goku exhaled sharply.
"I can't waste time," he thought.
"If I let this drag on, I'll lose."
He crossed his arms before his chest, focusing.
"KAIO-KEN... TIMES TWO!!!"
BOOM!!!
The ground shattered from the sudden surge of power.
Red lightning crackled around Goku as his power level spiked massively.
The Z-Fighters were nearly blown off their feet by the pressure.
Piccolo's face twisted in awe.
"His power... it just doubled!"
Vegeta sneered, but there was a flicker of worry in his eyes now.
Goku vanished.
Vegeta barely had time to block as Goku reappeared, landing a heavy punch that sent shockwaves through his entire body.
WHAM! WHAM! WHAM!
Goku unleashed a brutal, relentless barrage, forcing Vegeta onto the defensive.
Vegeta gritted his teeth, snarling as he struggled to counterattack.
"Damn you, Kakarot...!!"
---
[Vegeta's Transformation]
Realizing he was being pushed back, Vegeta jumped high into the air, holding both hands above his head.
A small, artificial moon began forming — a glowing sphere of energy.
Rayuga's eyes narrowed slightly, recognizing the technique instantly.
"Power Ball... he's planning to transform into a Great Ape!"
The Z-Fighters also realized it — and panic set in.
Krillin yelled, "Goku, stop him!!"
But it was too late.
Vegeta hurled the Power Ball into the sky.
Instantly, the battlefield was bathed in eerie silver light.
Vegeta roared as his body began to mutate — growing larger, fur sprouting all over his body, fangs elongating.
Within moments, the proud Saiyan Prince had transformed into a monstrous Oozaru — a Giant Ape radiating terrifying energy.
BOOM!!!
Vegeta's massive foot stomped into the earth, shaking the world.
His deep, rumbling laughter echoed across the horizon.
"You're finished now, Kakarot!!!"
Goku floated back, sweat trickling down his temple.
"His power... it's multiplied by ten!!"
Rayuga watched silently, still not moving, but his fingers tightened slightly.
---
[Kaio-ken x3 — Desperation]
Goku clenched his fists.
He didn't have a choice.
He had to risk it.
He screamed, pushing his body beyond its limits.
"KAIO-KEN... TIMES THREE!!!!"
KABOOOOOM!!
The explosion of power was so intense that even Rayuga raised an eyebrow slightly.
The ground cratered deeper under Goku's feet, and his aura blazed so brightly it hurt to look directly at him.
Vegeta-Oozaru roared and charged, each step shaking the battlefield like an earthquake.
Goku moved at blinding speed, dodging the giant fists and counterattacking with devastating blows.
WHAM!!
Goku struck Vegeta's face — and unbelievably, made the giant stagger!
Rayuga smiled faintly.
"Good... push your limits, Goku."
But even with Kaio-ken x3, Goku's body was taking massive strain.
Veins bulged on his forehead, and blood trickled from the corners of his mouth.
Bulma screamed from afar.
"Stop it, Goku!! You'll die!!"
Akiko's eyes filled with tears, but she held Gohan closer, praying silently.
---
[Rayuga's Silent Intervention]
Rayuga considered stepping in.
He could end the fight in a second.
But...
"No. This is Goku's fight. He needs this. He needs to taste true desperation to grow."
His decision remained firm.
He stood silently, a pillar of calm amidst chaos.
Even Vegeta, in his transformed mind, occasionally glanced at Rayuga — feeling an instinctive fear he couldn't understand.
---
[Turning Point]
Goku knew he couldn't win like this.
He needed a desperate plan.
He remembered King Kai's teachings.
"Use the tail... the tail is the weakness."
With immense effort, he dodged a massive swipe and soared high into the air.
Channeling the last of his strength, Goku formed a massive Kamehameha.
"KA... ME... HA... ME... HAAAA!!!"
The brilliant blue beam lanced forward, striking Vegeta-Oozaru straight in the eyes, blinding him temporarily.
Vegeta howled in rage.
Goku used the chance.
With incredible precision, he dived toward Vegeta's massive tail — aiming to sever it!
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To Be Continued…
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