Gohan never would've expected Kentaro to be his opponent. After the fight between the two, Kentaro hadn't shown up to school, even after his suspension. Now he goes to Fakato Academy and is standing before him as his opponent. Gohan took his fighting stance. Kentaro walked towards Gohan, regardless of the stance he's taking.

"What is he doing," Izuna asked Asuka.

"I have no idea, but I wouldn't trust him if I was Gohan. He should just take this opportunity and kick his head off."

Kentaro stood face to face with Gohan. Gohan wasn't so sure of what to do.

The bell rang so why isn't he taking a fighting stance? Is he trying to pull something sneaky on me?

Kentaro bowed to Gohan.

"Let's have a good match! May the best win!" He yelled in a firm voice.

This caught Gohan and most of Orange Star off guard. They've never known Kentaro to have sportsmanship, especially to Gohan. With everyone from Orange Star knowing about their current relationship, they seen this as quite a shock. Whispers started to go around their side.

"Have you ever known Kentaro to be such a gentlemen?"

"No, never. He was just a bully who constantly picked on people, especially Gohan."

"Well Gohan did beat him up a month ago. Maybe that changed his attitude."

"Yeah I bet. Because of Gohan, we won't have to put up with that jerk anymore!"

More people were starting to get real excited for this match. Chants were coming from Orange Star.

"Gohan! Gohan! Gohan!"

Fuji looked on at the match, keeping all of his thoughts to himself.

So he's the one who made Gohan run into his shell.

"Now were talkin! LET'S HEAR IT FOR MY SON!"

Chi Chi seemed to be the captain of Orange Star's section. Everybody was on their feet, waiting for Gohan to deliver another knockout. Kentaro ignored their cheering for Gohan and booing towards him. Gohan slowly bowed to Kentaro.

"Let's have a good match," he said hesitantly.

"I wouldn't be surprised if he kneed you right now!" A student yelled out.

"Hey ref, you better watch out for that guy! He'll throw a lot of low blows!"

Most of the students laughed hysterically.

"Lay off would ya?!"

A girl with short black hair and a nice physique and delicate slender body yelled out from below. She had on a blue sparring uniform.

"And who are you girlie," a student said looking down on her.

"Videl Yatamani. Look, Kentaro has done some rough things but that doesn't mean you can chew him out like that. He's changed, so don't make it harder than it is for him."

"And who are you to him exactly?"

Asuka walked up to Videl with her arms crossed.

"I'm the girl who changed him."

Videl looked over Asuka.

"I think your the girl that had a rock thrown at the back of her head. Asuka right?"

Asuka stepped a little closer to Videl.

"So what?"

Videl could feel Asuka's intensity. She didn't back down though. She took a step forward.

"Look, all I'm asking is for Orange Star to BACK OFF with Kentaro. Everyone deserves a second chance. Whatever he's done in the past should be forgiven and forgotten right?"

"Tsk, you make it sound so easy. You have no clue what Kentaro put Gohan through."

Asuka touched the back of her head where she was struck with the rock. The memory escaped her mind, but after seeing Kentaro again, they just came back instantly.

You should learn your place next time. Now you see why nobody hangs around this kid! There always doomed to get hurt by me!

Asuka's blood started to boil.

"Don't you dare..."

"What's your problem now," Videl asked annoyingly.

Asuka grabbed Videl by her sparring uniform and pinned her to the wall.

"Don't you dare act like you know what we went through!"

Videl was unfazed by Asuka's outburst. She looked at Asuka, waiting for her next move.

"Asuka, don't."

Setsuna touched Asuka's shoulder and shook her head. Izuna touched her other shoulder.

"Don't start a fight now. You'll get disqualified. Save it for the ring."

Asuka looked at the two of them, then back at Videl. Her grip released. Videl fixed her uniform.

"I hope your not looking for an apology from me," Asuka said coldly.

"Coming from you, I wouldn't count on it. Just don't talk bad about Kentaro. He really has changed."

Videl walked back to her side.

"Do you know her Asuka," Izuna asked.

"No. Actually, that was quite rude of me. I'll give her a better greeting."

Asuka's face tightened.

I'll greet her with my fist!

Kentaro and Gohan got in a fighting stance. Kentaro made the first move. He ran in and punched at Gohan's head. Gohan blocked it at the last minute but was pushed back. Gohan's arms were tingling.

He still has that destructive power. I better be careful.

Kentaro made his way towards him. His punches were strong and just one hit would leave you seeing stars, but Gohan was prepared. He took his punches countless times before, and he didn't wanna get hit by them again. Gohan started dodging his punches, not one hit was landing.

He's gotten pretty fast since last we fought. But don't think I haven't grown either!

Kentaro thrown a punch, putting his whole body into it. The punch was easily telegraphed.

Now's my chance!

Gohan dodged the punch and made his way inside Kentaro.

"Got you!"

"What?!"

Kentaro spread his arms out and brought them in, trapping Gohan in a bear hug. Kentaro squeezed tightly, crushing Gohan's body.

"Ahhhhhhhhhh!"

"If you value yourself, give up now!"

"N, no! I won't, I can't, ahhhhhh!"

Gohan could barely talk his body was hurting so much. Chi Chi looked on as her son was trapped. Her motherly instinct wanted to go down there and stop the match.

No, I can't keep babying him like I use to. He can do this. Because he's my son!

"READY TEAM?!"

She turned towards her cheer squad. Miroku, Ayame, Dawn, and Raman were ready.

"YES MA'AM!"

"FIGHT FIGHT FIGHT! FIGHT OF YOUR LIFE!"

Soon after, Orange Star was on their feet screaming the chant. It even moved Tokyo High, Fakato Academy, and Kotaki High. The whole arena was getting pumped!

"Submit now Gohan!"

Kentaro's hold was getting tighter. Gohan's body was starting to give out.

I, I can't escape. Am I going to lose here, to him, again...

Gohan was on the brink of surrendering, but a sudden memory came back to him.

What does it mean, what does it mean to be strong? All of that training, what was it for?

Gohan clenched his fist.

I wanted to what the meaning of that was. I haven't come close to finding the answer, but...

Gohan's chest tightened.

If I lose here...

Gohan brought his head back and head-butted Kentaro.

"Ahhhh!"

Kentaro started rubbing his face. Gohan dropped to the mat, his body sore all over.

I'll never find the answer I'm looking for!

Gohan got up and charged at Kentaro.

"Kentaro look in front of you! BRACE YOURSELF!" Videl yelled.

Kentaro quickly stopped and seen what was coming. Gohan brought his fist back and punched him straight in the face. Kentaro braced himself before the impact but the punch knocked him right off his feet. He fell on the mat with a thud.

"THERE WE GO! GO GOHAN!"

Chi Chi was yelling at the top of her lungs. Kentaro's head was fuzzy as he stood up.

"Kentato, pull yourself together! Forget what everyone else says! Just know who YOU REALLY ARE!"

Videl was intensively watching the match, giving Kentaro the strength he truly needed. Kentaro looked over to her, determination and fire in her eyes.

You were there Videl, when no one else was. I thank you Videl for saving me. So that's why, I can't let your voice go to waste! Prepare yourself GOHAN YATAKASHI!

"AHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!"

Kentaro roared at the top of his lungs!

"What's gotten into him," Asuka said curiously.

Kentaro rushed at Gohan and kicked him in the side of his head. Gohan blocked it but was knocked sideways.

"Haaaaaaa!"

Kentaro punched Gohan straight in his stomach, spit flying out of his mouth.

"Gaaaaaa!"

Kentaro brought both his hands together and went for a hammer strike.

"GOHAN MOVE!" Asuka yelled.

Gohan's vision was blurry but he could hear clearly, he heard Asuka's voice. Gohan quickly moved away before Kentaro's hammer strike connected. His hands hit the mat with a loud BANG! Gohan was still stable, but the punch to the gut was still lingering.

That was some punch. Kentaro has definitely changed, for the better.

Kentaro and Gohan stared each other down. Gohan looked over in Asuka's direction.

If I didn't hear your voice, I would've lost for sure.

Gohan's eyes said it all. Asuka winked and mouthed the words "Go get him."

His face suddenly turned serious.

I'll defeat you here and now, KENTARO MOMUSHI!

Your so helpless ya know that? I don't wanna see you lose, especially with Asuka in his corner. Although, I do feel like we both share the same drive... Wait what am I saying?! I'll guide you as long as you can move so stay sharp! - Videl Yatamani