Disclaimer: Same as always
Chap. 9
Goku looked at Ryu and immediately felt energy. It was calm, almost silent, like the sea. But like the sea, he too felt great power behind it. This is the energy I felt before. He must be really strong then. I don't think I felt this much power from even from Vegeta.
Ryu faced Goku and also felt the immense energy. It was like fire, in a constant rage, but this fighter was keeping it controlled. That can be dangerous. But I know this energy. I felt it before, when I came here. It looks like I have a lot on my hands.
Goku let up a small smile, "So you where the one I sensed here. You must be strong."
"We'll see. I felt your power as well. You must be a powerful warrior."
"Thank you. So shall we get started?"
"Yes. Don't hold anything back."
Both fighters stood in pose, waiting for the other to make a move. Goku then started to run at Ryu and Ryu waited. (AN: It's a well known fact that Goku would attack first, that being his style and Ryu would be defensive, since that is his style. Just a little factoid.) Goku let out a punch and Ryu blocked it. Goku then shot his leg forward and Ryu parried it. Goku then decided to go all out and let out a blur of punches and kicks, all of which Ryu blocked, parried, or just dodged the attacks. Shockwaves emitted from the impact and Goku backed away.
Man, this guy's good. I wasn't able to hit him at all.
Meanwhile Ryu watched Goku. This guy's fast. And his attacks have power to it. I'll have to be more aggressive.
Goku's eyes widened when he saw Ryu suddenly charge at him. Goku blocked the blow and Ryu lashed his leg out. Goku jumped into the air and hovered there, posed to fight. But it was then that he noticed that Ryu didn't follow.
Huh? Oh, he can't fly. That gives me an advantage.
Goku swooped down at Ryu and let loose another barrage of punches while in the air. Ryu had a difficult time blocking the attacks and was pushed back. Goku followed up with a kick and Ryu flipped away. Goku charged again, but Ryu was ready.
"Shoryuken!"
Goku had been hit by many things, but none of them even came close to the force of power the rising dragon fist had. Goku flew back and held his jaw.
Ow. That hurt. This guy is way stronger than I thought. I'm going to have to turn it up a notch.
Goku powered up and charged again. Ryu stood posed and he lashed his leg out. At the last instant, Goku leaped up over him and attacked. Ryu was hit into the air and Goku attacked repeatedly. Ryu was helpless as he kept him in the air. But Ryu caught an opening, grabbed Goku and flipped him in the air. Goku slid on the ground as Ryu landed. Ryu jumped as soon as he did and hit Goku with a jump-kick. Goku was dazed and Ryu let out his Joudan-Geri kick, knocking Goku back further. Goku recovered, flipped back and charged. Ryu did the same and both their hands gripped together. They glared at each other as they struggled. Goku realized that Ryu was starting to push him back.
"Kaioken!"
Goku burst in a red aura and it stopped Ryu momentarily. Ryu struggled even harder against the new power and eventually held it. Goku couldn't believe it. This guy is holding me like this? Ryu then began to slowly push him back again and Goku struggled again. But a small smile came up.
I guess I'll have to turn up the heat.
Ryu's head suddenly jerked up sharply as he looked at Goku.
His eyes...are changing? And his hair is standing up?
Goku burst with energy and blinded Ryu a bit. Ryu released Goku and backed away. The bright light stopped and Ryu looked at the new form of Goku.
"Let's see how you fare against a Super-Sayian."
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Meanwhile...
Vegeta was battling with Akuma, already in SSJ mode. But the demon was much more powerful than he anticipated. Vegeta charged at Akuma unleashing a fury of attacks. But Akuma blocked most of them and vanished. Surprised, Vegeta turned and found a fist coming straight at him. He quickly zanzokened out of the way and attacked again. But Akuma didn't budge as he grabbed Vegeta's arm. Vegeta growled and kicked him away. Akuma slid on the ground and Vegeta held his hand out.
"This ends now! Big Bang Attack!!!!"
A ball of energy formed and blasted at Akuma, destroying the area in the process. The smoke suddenly blew away and Akuma stood there, powering his Shakunetsu Hadoken. The fiery ball flew at full speed and Vegeta zipped up into the air watched the fireball destroy the area behind him. He looked down at Akuma.This creature...isn't human.
"RRRAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!"
Vegeta powered up tremendously and his hair spiked up even further. In an explosion of ki, Vegeta transformed into the next level of Super-Sayian. Super-Sayian 2.
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Elsewhere....
Sagat was knocked down to the ground by his opponent. His body was beaten severally, but he struggled and managed to rise. Suddenly, the creature's tail lashed out and slapped him across the face. Sagat backed off, dazed and didn't she the creature re-appear in front of him and give him a hard chop to the neck. Sagat was smashed into the ground, unconscious.
"Meta-Freeza, that enough. Bring him in."
Meta-Freeza let his tail down and let it wrap around Sagat. He then lifted him up and flew away.
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"I've seen enough. It's time."
"Alright, time to move it to the next level. Bring the fighters in."
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The monorail suddenly began to move. Vegeta turned and saw his son bang on the window, unable to get out. Unfortunately, this distraction was enough for Akuma to smash his fist into Vegeta's face. Vegeta reeled back and struck back, but Akuma suddenly vanished. Vegeta turned around and his eyes widened.
"Metssatsu Gou Hado!!!!!!!!"
A dark purple sphere was hurled at Vegeta and he was blasted away. Hit the ground, Vegeta moaned in pain and suddenly Akuma stomped on him. Hard.
"ARRRRRRRRRHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!"
"DADDY!!!!"
Trunks suddenly burst into Super-Sayian mode and screamed. His energy pushed everyone away and caused the entire rail to crack and eventually explode. Akuma turned and looked carelessly at the young warrior. Trunks stared angrily at the demon and he charged. Akuma moved away from Vegeta and kicked out, connecting his foot with Trunks face. Trunks flew back and landed hard on the ground.
"Trunks, are you okay?"
Goten had worked his way out of rubble
"Yeah, but this guy is tough. I'm not sure if we can beat him."
"Hey, I know. Let's fuse."
"Great idea Goten. Let's do it."
The demon watched as the two boys stood in position, their arms stretched out on opposite sides.
"Fu..." They shifted toward each other, arms moving to meet.
"...sion!" Their bodies shifted again, and they suddenly shot at each other, fingers touching.
"HA!" A blast of light engulfed the area as they completed their technique. Akuma just watched them, unfazed. The light cleared and standing before him was the fused Sayian, Gotenks.
"Time to rock!"
Akuma stood, unimpressed...
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Dome......
"What's going on?"
The cameras watching the fights had apparently shut down.
"Don't worry, Chi-Chi. I'm sure it's nothing." Inwardly, she was worried. Something is wrong. I can feel it.....Vegeta. Something's happened to Vegeta.
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Meanwhile...
Hercule and Dan were now ready. They were focused on their task. They stood in pose, ready. Finally....
Rock, paper, scissors! Rock, paper, scissors! Rock, paper, scissors!
Meanwhile, the frog was still watching them. I really miss my team.
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Meanwhile, unaware of their friend's plight, Ryu and Goku continued their battle. To their surprise, their opponent was much stronger when they first let on. Goku's Super-Sayian power was evenly matched with Ryu's own skills. But Goku realized that Ryu was still holding back somewhat. Backing away from his, Goku let out a yell and powered up again, changing into a Super-Sayian 2. Ryu concentrated his own energy and a slight glow formed around him. Both fighters looked at each other with a smile and they charged back at each other.
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Next time: The battle between Goku and Ryu continues and neither one of them is going down without fight. Meanwhile, the fused Sayian, Gotenks has arrived to save Vegeta. But is power enough to stop Akuma? Next time…