Ginyu Force Unleashed
Cado soared through the skies of Namek, the vibrant greens and blues of the alien world rushing past him as he honed in on the energy signatures ahead. As the wind rushed against his face, his mind replayed everything that had just happened. The words of the Grand Elder echoed in his ears, and for the first time in his life, he felt... free.
It was as if a fog had been lifted, and for the first time in years, he could see clearly. His emotions, once buried deep and locked away, were now flooding through him. There was grief, yes—but also excitement, a fire burning in his chest that he hadn't felt since he was a child. He clenched his fists, feeling his energy surge with newfound power. It was exhilarating.
The excitement coursed through him at the thought of facing the Ginyu Force, Frieza's so-called elite warriors. He had heard tales of their strength, but now, for the first time, he felt ready. No longer would he cower behind cold calculations or detached indifference. No longer would he run from what he felt or feared.
"I can't believe I hid from my feelings like a coward," Cado muttered to himself, his voice tinged with both shame and determination. A faint smile crept onto his face as a memory surfaced—a memory of her.
His mother.
He could see her clearly in his mind now, as if she were standing right in front of him. A tall, imposing Saiyan woman with tanned skin and a signature scowl that could cow even the most arrogant warriors. Her strength and resolve were unmatched, her presence a force to be reckoned with. She had always been his light, his anchor. And now, he realized, he had dishonored her memory by burying what made him who he was.
"She'd probably strike me for indulging in something so pathetic," he said with a smirk. The thought warmed him, though, rather than cutting him down. He could almost hear her voice, sharp yet caring, urging him to face life head-on, to never let anything—not fear, not grief—hold him back.
Cado's smile grew wider, his scowl softening into something almost peaceful. "I won't run from my problems anymore. No more hiding, no more chains." His eyes burned with determination as he made a silent vow to himself and to her memory. "It starts here. I'll take the Ginyu Force head-on. I'll show them, and everyone else, what I'm capable of."
His energy flared around him in a burst of red, the skies trembling with the force of his newfound resolve. Cado felt unstoppable. Whatever lay ahead, he was ready. For the first time in his life, he wasn't just fighting for survival—he was fighting for himself.
Vegeta, Krillin, and Gohan were racing through the skies, the horizon painted with hues of green and blue. The dragon balls were so close now, and victory seemed just within their grasp. But then, without warning, all three abruptly stopped mid-flight, their eyes widening in shock as an enormous surge of energy rippled through the air.
The sheer force of the power shook the ground below and sent tremors through the air itself. Gohan and Krillin exchanged nervous glances, their faces pale.
"That... that power..." Gohan stammered, clutching his chest as if trying to steady his breath. "It's... it's Cado."
Krillin nodded, beads of sweat forming on his forehead. "It's insane. His power just skyrocketed. I've never felt anything like it before."
Vegeta, however, remained silent, his sharp gaze narrowing in the direction of the Grand Elder's house. He clenched his fists tightly, his tail twitching in agitation. "What the hell is going on?" he demanded, his voice laced with irritation and confusion. He turned sharply toward the two earthlings, his tone sharp and demanding. "What just happened to him? What did you two idiots do?"
Krillin gulped, waving his hands defensively. "It wasn't us! It must've been the Grand Elder Namekian," he explained quickly. "He has the ability to unlock someone's hidden potential. That's probably what just happened to Cado."
Vegeta's expression shifted, his scowl softening into a sly smirk as he crossed his arms. "Unlocking hidden potential, huh?" he mused, the corners of his mouth curling upward. "So the brat was holding back all this time, even from himself. I underestimated him... I'll admit that much."
Gohan and Krillin looked at each other, surprised by Vegeta's reaction.
"Then again," Vegeta continued, his smirk growing into something more predatory, "this might actually work in our favor. If Cado's power is as high as it feels, we might actually stand a chance against the Ginyu Force after all."
His confidence was unmistakable, his voice dripping with a mix of excitement and satisfaction. "Let's keep moving. We don't have time to waste. Those dragon balls are ours, and when the Ginyu Force arrives, they'll learn what true Saiyan strength looks like."
Without another word, Vegeta shot off into the distance, Krillin and Gohan quickly following behind him. But as they flew, Gohan couldn't shake the uneasy feeling growing in his chest. Cado's power was incredible, no doubt, but what kind of person would he become with that power unleashed?
The tension was palpable as Vegeta, Krillin, and Gohan sprinted toward the dragon balls. Victory felt so close, and yet, as they neared the stash, their hopes were dashed in an instant. Five figures materialized seemingly out of nowhere, standing ominously between them and the dragon balls.
Captain Ginyu, his muscular purple frame and menacing horns making him an imposing figure, stepped forward, a smirk plastered across his face. "Ah, Vegeta," he said, his voice calm yet filled with authority. "You've been busy, haven't you? Now, how about you hand over those dragon balls before someone gets hurt?"
Vegeta sneered, his sharp teeth bared in defiance. "Not a chance in hell, Ginyu. If you want them, come and take them!" His voice was venomous, filled with both anger and the grim determination of a Saiyan warrior.
Without hesitation, Vegeta hurled the dragon ball he was holding with all his might, aiming to scatter it and make it harder for the Ginyu Force to collect. But before anyone could blink, a blur shot past them. Burter, the tall, blue-skinned alien, reappeared, holding the dragon ball effortlessly in his hand, a smug grin on his face.
"Too slow, Vegeta," Burter taunted, spinning the ball on his finger like a toy. "The fastest in the universe doesn't miss a beat."
Vegeta's rage boiled over as he turned toward Krillin. "Destroy them! Smash the dragon balls!" he barked, his voice carrying the weight of a desperate command.
Krillin nodded, gripping one of the dragon balls tightly. With all his strength, he raised it above his head and brought it crashing down to the ground. But just as the impact was about to happen, the ball vanished from his hands. They all turned to see Guldo, the short, fat, green-skinned alien with three eyes, holding the dragon ball and grinning maliciously.
"That won't work," Guldo jeered, his voice filled with mockery. "You're too slow for me, too."
Captain Ginyu chuckled, his arms crossed as he surveyed the scene with amusement. "You've done well to get this far, Vegeta, but this is where it ends. I think I'll handle you personally." His eyes gleamed with the thrill of a challenge.
Recoome, the tall, muscular man with red hair, and Jeice, the red-skinned alien with long, flowing white hair, immediately protested. "Aw, come on, Captain!" Recoome whined. "Don't hog all the fun!"
"Yeah!" Jeice chimed in, his thick accent cutting through the tension. "Let us have a crack at 'em! You're always takin' the best fights!"
Captain Ginyu glanced at his men, clearly displeased with their complaints, but then he sighed, relenting. "Fine," he said, waving them off. "You two can handle Vegeta and the earthlings. I'll take these dragon balls to Lord Frieza myself."
Recoome and Jeice grinned as Ginyu grabbed the stash of dragon balls and floated into the air. "Don't disappoint me, boys," Ginyu said as he shot off toward Frieza's location, leaving the dragon balls in his possession and the battle in his men's hands.
Vegeta glared at the two remaining warriors, his hands balling into fists. "You want fun?" he growled, his Saiyan pride burning like a fire. "Then let me show you just how entertaining a Saiyan can be!"
The tension in the air shifted into an awkward silence as Vegeta, Krillin, and Gohan stood ready for battle—only for their opponents to begin... playing rock-paper-scissors. The four members of the Ginyu Force—Recoome, Guldo, Jeice, and Burter—were huddled together, arguing and throwing their hands out in quick succession.
Vegeta's face twitched in sheer disbelief. "Are they serious?" he thought, his pride taking a hit from the utter lack of respect. Krillin and Gohan both sweatdropped, faces frozen in a mix of confusion and exasperation, before all three of them face-faulted to the ground in unison.
As if things couldn't get more surreal, a familiar presence came into view. Cado landed confidently beside them, his arms crossed and an almost casual expression on his face. "What's going on here?" he asked, his tone surprisingly relaxed and free of the tension he'd previously carried.
Vegeta was quick to recover, masking his frustration with a bark. "Nothing!" he snapped, his tone sharp and impatient. But he couldn't help but steal a glance at his younger companion. Something was different about Cado. He seemed more composed, more self-assured—his entire presence radiated newfound confidence. Vegeta narrowed his eyes slightly.
Meanwhile, the game ended with two winners: Recoome and Guldo. Recoome cracked his knuckles and rolled his neck with a loud pop, a wide grin stretching across his face. "Looks like I'll be takin' care of Vegeta!" he boomed, flexing dramatically. "You little guys and your friend can have fun with Guldo."
Guldo, the short, stocky, green-skinned member of the team, puffed out his chest in mock importance, turning toward Krillin, Gohan, and Cado. "I'll make this quick. Don't worry—you won't feel a thing. Probably."
Vegeta's eyes darted toward the trio of earthlings and his Saiyan comrade. "Gohan, Krillin," he said sharply, his voice low but firm, "don't underestimate that runt. His battle power might be low, but Guldo has mystical abilities. He's more dangerous than he looks."
Krillin and Gohan both nodded, their expressions turning serious as they readied themselves for battle.
Vegeta then turned to Cado, his tone commanding. "Save your strength for Recoome. I'm going to need your help with him."
Cado smirked faintly, giving a small nod. He could feel the shift in Vegeta's attitude—there was a faint trace of respect in his commanding tone. Vegeta had noticed his growth, and that acknowledgment only fueled Cado's confidence further.
Recoome laughed loudly, taking a seat on the ground and leaning back casually. "I'll let Guldo handle the small fry first. It'll be fun to watch!" He crossed his legs and rested his arms behind his head, completely underestimating the fighters before him.
Guldo stepped forward, his small stature a stark contrast to his confidence. "You're all about to learn what it means to face someone with real talent!" he said, sneering as he cracked his knuckles.
Krillin and Gohan readied themselves, standing side by side. Cado stood a short distance behind them, observing Guldo closely, already prepared to step in if needed. The battle was about to begin.
As the battle began, Gohan and Krillin shouted, their energy flaring to life in a brilliant display of raw power. The sudden spike in their power levels caught the Ginyu Force off guard, with Jeice exclaiming, "Oi, their power levels are over 10,000 each! What's the deal with these runts?"
Recoome sat up, his grin faltering slightly. "Huh, not bad for a couple of shrimps."
Guldo, however, felt a bead of sweat form on his brow. He hadn't expected this level of strength from the duo. Gohan and Krillin wasted no time, firing off two powerful ki blasts directly at him. Guldo, shocked by the overwhelming power coming his way, flinched for a moment but quickly regained his composure.
"Stop!" Guldo yelled, holding his breath as time froze around him. Everything became still—the ki blasts hung in midair, Gohan and Krillin frozen mid-attack, and even the wind ceased to blow.
Taking a moment to breathe deeply (figuratively, since he was holding his breath), Guldo smirked as he calmly stepped out of the path of the blasts and moved to a safer position. He began charging a psychic attack to hit the two while they were stuck in time. However, as he tried to focus his energy, he noticed something strange: he couldn't sense the duo anymore. Frustrated and starting to feel the strain of holding his breath, Guldo had no choice but to release the technique and unfreeze time.
Time resumed with a burst, and Guldo gasped for air, only to see Gohan and Krillin had repositioned themselves far closer to him than before. "How did they move that fast?!" he growled. But before he could think further, the two rushed him again, aiming for another direct assault.
"Stop!" Guldo cried once more, freezing time again. His frustration grew as he realized he was expending too much energy just trying to avoid their attacks. "These brats… I can't hit them while freezing time, and attacking drains me too quickly. I'll need to get crafty," he muttered, repositioning himself once more.
As time resumed, Gohan and Krillin launched toward him again, their strategy unchanged. This time, however, Guldo smirked and raised his hands. "You're done now!" he yelled, unleashing his mystic paralysis technique. A shimmering green aura engulfed the two mid-air, freezing them in place. They struggled to move, but no matter how much energy they poured out, they couldn't break free.
Vegeta crossed his arms, glaring at the scene. His frustration was palpable as he barked out, "You idiots! I warned you not to underestimate him, and what do you do? Charge in like a couple of brain-dead morons!" He scowled in irritation, shaking his head. "This is why I work alone."
Cado, standing beside him, let out an unexpected chuckle. "Heh, you've got a point."
Vegeta froze, turning his head slowly to stare at Cado with a deadpan expression. Did he really just hear Cado laugh? The sound was so unfamiliar and so out of place that it caught him completely off guard. Vegeta's eyes narrowed slightly, studying the younger Saiyan for a moment, before ultimately shrugging it off with a muttered, "Tch, whatever."
Meanwhile, Guldo was gloating, laughing maniacally as he held Gohan and Krillin in place. "You thought you could take me on, huh? Well, now look at you—completely helpless!" His concentration was entirely focused on maintaining his mystic hold, leaving him wide open.
Vegeta's eyes glinted as he smirked. "What an idiot," he muttered under his breath. Seeing Guldo so distracted, Vegeta began gathering energy in his hand, ready to take advantage of the opportunity and eliminate the annoying little green alien once and for all.
Vegeta moved with lightning speed, zipping past Guldo just before he could strike Krillin and Gohan. In one fluid motion, Vegeta sliced through Guldo's neck with a precise ki-infused chop. The short alien's head tumbled to the ground, his eyes wide in shock as his mouth moved to speak.
"You weren't following the rules, Vegeta!" Guldo's severed head sputtered, his voice garbled but filled with indignation. "You were supposed to let me—"
Vegeta sneered down at him, cutting him off. "Rules? There are no rules on the battlefield, you weak little toad. Only the strong survive." He raised his hand, charging a small energy blast.
Guldo's final words came in a lament, his voice dripping with bitterness and hatred. "To die... to a filthy monkey..."
Vegeta released the blast, obliterating Guldo's head before he could finish. The faint smell of scorched flesh filled the air as Vegeta turned his back, already dismissing Guldo as nothing more than an afterthought.
Krillin and Gohan, finally free of the mystic paralysis, fell to their knees and gasped for air. Krillin looked up at Vegeta, his expression a mix of relief and gratitude. "Thanks, Vegeta. You saved our lives."
Vegeta didn't even glance their way as he scoffed. "Don't flatter yourselves. I just saw an opportunity to increase our chances of survival. Don't mistake it for kindness."
Krillin frowned slightly but decided not to argue. Gohan stood up, his resolve strengthening as he prepared for the next battle. The three turned their attention back to the remaining members of the Ginyu Force, who, to their disbelief, seemed utterly unconcerned with Guldo's death.
"Aw, man," Jeice groaned, crossing his arms. "Without Guldo, our poses are gonna look all off now."
Burter nodded in agreement, scratching his chin thoughtfully. "Yeah, the symmetry's completely ruined."
Recoome frowned. "What if we just try the poses again? Maybe it won't look so bad."
The group shared a serious look before suddenly breaking into their signature poses, striking exaggerated stances and shouting their team name with gusto. As they completed the sequence, they all froze, looking at each other with solemn faces.
"Nope. Doesn't work," Burter said flatly.
"It's completely off," Jeice added, shaking his head. "Someone's gotta take Guldo's spot."
Recoome and Burter exchanged a glance before deciding the only fair way was to settle it with rock-paper-scissors. The two played a quick round, with Burter emerging victorious. He pumped his fist into the air and grinned. "Looks like I'm movin' up in the ranks!"
Recoome laughed heartily, patting Burter on the back. "Fine by me. Means I get first crack at these losers."
As the two began approaching Vegeta, Gohan, and Krillin, their mocking laughter echoed across the battlefield. "I'll take the Saiyan runt and the bald one," Burter said, cracking his knuckles.
"And I'll take Vegeta," Recoome declared, his massive grin widening. "This is gonna be fun."
The air grew tense as the remaining members of the Ginyu Force closed in, their confidence unwavering. Vegeta smirked, his eyes glinting with anticipation. "Let's see how long your arrogance lasts," he muttered under his breath.
Gohan and Krillin steadied themselves, readying for the battle of their lives. Cado, observing from the sidelines, clenched his fists, his excitement brewing. The real fight was about to begin.
Vegeta let out a primal roar as his power flared, a bright golden aura engulfing him as the ground beneath his feet cratered and cracked. The sheer force of his energy sent shockwaves rippling through the area.
Jeice, wide-eyed and holding his scouter, yelled out in disbelief, "His power level is over 30,000!"
Recoome's grin faltered as he turned his head toward Vegeta, only for the Saiyan Prince to vanish in a blur. Before Recoome could react, Vegeta appeared in front of him, driving his knee into the towering brute's face with devastating force. The impact echoed like thunder as Recoome was launched high into the sky.
Without hesitation, Vegeta followed up, dashing after him with a burst of speed. Closing the distance, he brought both hands together and slammed them down on Recoome with a double hammer fist, sending him hurtling back to the ground at incredible speed. Recoome crashed into the ground with an earth-shattering impact, creating a massive crater as debris and dust flew everywhere.
Not giving him a moment to recover, Vegeta appeared above him in an instant, raising his fists high and smashing Recoome deeper into the ground, splintering the crater further. With a quick grab, Vegeta hauled the brute out of the ground and hurled him into a nearby rock formation, shattering it upon impact.
Recoome groaned as he struggled to get to his feet, but Vegeta didn't give him the chance. The Saiyan Prince raised his hands, energy crackling and surging between them as he charged a massive blast. "Let's see you survive this! Final Flash!" Vegeta shouted as he unleashed the enormous energy wave.
The blinding explosion that followed lit up the battlefield, and the sheer force of it almost caught Krillin and Gohan in its wake. The two shielded their faces from the shockwave, while the ground quaked violently beneath them.
Cado appeared next to them in a burst of speed, his expression calm yet focused. "That should have finished him," he muttered, glancing toward the settling dust cloud.
But then they all felt it—a faint but steady energy signature still coming from the crater. Their eyes widened in disbelief as the dust cleared to reveal Recoome, battered and bruised but still standing. His armor was cracked, and blood trickled down his face, but his grin was as wide as ever.
Recoome struck one of his bizarre poses, flexing his muscles and laughing. "Not bad, Vegeta! But I wasn't even trying yet! Now, I won't be holding back anymore!"
Before Vegeta could respond, Burter stepped forward with an annoyed expression. "Oi, Recoome, don't forget, I'm supposed to fight too! Don't hog all the fun!" With a burst of speed, Burter dashed toward the group, his movement so fast that he seemed to disappear from sight.
Krillin and Gohan's heads snapped around, desperately trying to follow his movements, but they couldn't keep up. "He's too fast!" Krillin shouted, panic creeping into his voice.
But Burter's charge came to a sudden halt as he met resistance. Cado had intercepted him mid-dash, their fists colliding in a powerful clash that sent shockwaves rippling through the battlefield. The force of their clash kicked up a violent gust of wind, scattering dust and debris everywhere.
Burter, his cocky grin faltering, looked at Cado with a mix of surprise and irritation. "You can keep up with me?" he growled, narrowing his eyes.
Cado smirked, his confidence unshaken. "Keep up? I'm just getting started."
The two stared each other down, the tension rising as the next phase of the battle began. Vegeta, Krillin, and Gohan stood back, watching in anticipation as Cado and Burter prepared to unleash their full strength.
As Cado and Burter squared off, the tension in the air was palpable. Both warriors began to power up, their energies clashing and sending waves of pressure rippling through the battlefield. Cado's fiery red aura flared to life, slowly expanding and engulfing his body, its intensity causing the ground beneath him to crack.
Burter's electric blue energy followed suit, crackling with power as it surrounded him. The tall, blue-skinned alien grinned arrogantly, baring his sharp teeth. "Do you really think you can keep up with the fastest man in the universe?" he mocked, his voice dripping with confidence.
Cado chuckled, shaking his head as if he'd just heard the punchline of a joke. "Fastest in the universe? I don't think you're that fast," he retorted, his smirk growing wider.
Burter growled, his pride taking a hit, but before he could respond, Cado's power surged. With a roar, he unleashed his full strength, his red aura intensifying and expanding like a wildfire. The winds picked up violently, whipping through the area, carrying dust and debris. Cado's hair swayed wildly in the tempest, and his aura burned brighter than ever, casting an intimidating glow around him.
Burter, not to be outdone, let out his own yell, his blue energy flaring to match Cado's intensity. The two opposing energies clashed, creating a storm of light and power that illuminated the battlefield.
From the sidelines, Vegeta, Krillin, and Gohan watched in awe. The sheer power radiating from Cado was unlike anything they had expected.
Krillin gulped, beads of sweat forming on his brow. "Cado's gotten... so much stronger. I didn't think he had this kind of power," he muttered, his voice barely audible over the roaring winds.
Gohan nodded, his eyes wide with astonishment. "It's incredible... He's even stronger than—"
"Me," Vegeta interrupted, his voice low and tense. His fists clenched as he stared at Cado with a mix of shock and pride, though his pride was tinged with frustration and a bit of jealousy. He couldn't deny it—Cado had surpassed him. For all Vegeta's efforts, the boy he had trained and belittled had grown into a force to be reckoned with.
Burter noticed Vegeta's expression and smirked. "Oh, looks like your monkey friends are impressed," he sneered, directing his attention back to Cado. "Too bad it won't help you! I'm still faster than you'll ever be!"
Cado tilted his head, his smirk never leaving his face. "Then come prove it."
Burter snarled and launched himself forward, a blue streak blazing toward Cado at unimaginable speed. But to everyone's surprise, Cado moved just as quickly, meeting Burter's attack head-on. Their fists collided, creating a shockwave that shook the ground and sent a violent gust of wind in all directions.
Vegeta's eyes widened further, and he muttered under his breath, "He's matching Burter's speed... No, he's faster."
The two fighters disappeared and reappeared in rapid succession, their movements too fast for Krillin and Gohan to follow. Only flashes of red and blue energy marked their furious exchange, each impact resonating like thunder.
Burter, gritting his teeth, tried to gain the upper hand, but Cado matched his every move, his confidence unwavering. "What's wrong, Burter? I thought you were supposed to be the fastest," Cado taunted, dodging another strike with ease before countering with a powerful kick that sent Burter skidding across the ground.
Burter growled, wiping blood from his lip as he got to his feet. His cocky demeanor was gone, replaced with frustration and anger. "You... you're nothing but a damn Saiyan brat!"
Cado smirked again, his red aura flaring once more. "Maybe, but this Saiyan brat is faster than you."
Burter's eyes burned with fury as he charged forward once more, his pride wounded and his speed pushing him to the limit. "I'll show you who's faster, you monkey runt!" he roared, his voice full of defiance.
Cado's instincts kicked in, and he could feel the difference in their physical abilities. Burter was faster, no question, and his long limbs gave him an impressive reach. The massive alien's strikes came quickly and forcefully, and despite Cado's best efforts, a few of them found their mark.
The Saiyan child's speed wasn't enough to match Burter's reach, and he was clipped by a few well-placed leg kicks and jabs. Nothing too debilitating, but enough to cause a few scrapes. Cado winced with each blow but kept his focus. He knew he couldn't keep up with Burter's raw speed and power—at least, not head-on.
So, with quick thinking, Cado retreated, shifting to a more defensive strategy. Burter, relentless as always, followed with a manic grin, eager to crush the Saiyan brat. But Cado had a plan.
As he moved back, he peppered Burter with rapid ki blasts. Each blast was enough to momentarily halt Burter's advance, forcing him to block or dodge. Cado kept the pressure on, retreating and leading Burter further away from his initial position. The alien was so focused on trying to break through Cado's barrage of energy attacks that he didn't realize the trap that was being set for him.
Cado's hands began to glow with a brilliant red energy as he charged a ball of condensed energy like the Nitro sphere but this is his Nova Cannon. The longer Burter pursued him, the more he moved into the perfect position. Cado feigned a stumble, baiting the blue-skinned warrior into thinking he had an opening. With Burter closing in, Cado's energy flared, and the moment Burter was within range, Cado released the full force of his Nova Cannon With as he roared the name.
The beam shot out with blinding speed, hitting Burter head-on before he had time to react. A massive explosion erupted on impact, sending a shockwave through the area and engulfing the fighters in a thick cloud of dust.
Cado didn't waste time. He quickly darted for cover, knowing that Burter wouldn't go down easily. As the dust began to settle, Cado peered out, waiting for the next move.
When the smoke cleared, Burter was still standing, though clearly worse for wear. His armor was singed and cracked, and a few cuts marked his skin. But Burter was no slouch—he stood up, grunting in frustration and shaking his head to clear the dizziness. The damage to his scouter was also evident, but it seemed to only fuel his anger.
Cado didn't give him time to regain his composure. Seeing Burter trying to get back on his feet, Cado launched himself forward, using the opening to deliver a powerful elbow to Burter's face. The blow landed with a sickening crack, and the alien let out a grunt of pain as his scouter shattered.
Before Burter could react, Cado followed up with a flurry of attacks, sending the blue alien flying with a powerful punch. Burter crashed into the ground, tumbling to a halt, and Cado was right on his tail.
In a flash, Cado appeared above Burter and drove his foot into the alien's chest, slamming him back into the ground with a massive impact. The dust kicked up around them as the ground cracked beneath Burter's body.
Burter lay there, gasping for air, his confidence shattered. His earlier cockiness was gone, replaced by shock and disbelief. He had underestimated Cado—and now he was paying the price.
Cado stood over him, panting lightly but feeling the rush of adrenaline from the fight. He could feel the shift in momentum. Burter, the so-called fastest man in the universe, was on the defensive now.
As the crowd of spectators cheered for Cado's impressive display of power, Gohan and Krillin couldn't help but feel a surge of pride. "He's really doing it!" Gohan said, watching Cado outclass Burter. Krillin nodded enthusiastically, "Yeah, I didn't think he'd be able to keep up with him, but he's showing Burter who's boss!"
Vegeta, still stunned by Cado's display of strength, narrowed his eyes in thought. Could it be? Has he already reached this level of power? He mused, but quickly dismissed the thought, shaking his head. No. He's not a Super Saiyan. He can't be. Vegeta clenched his fists, his competitive spirit flaring. But I will be the first. I will be the one to ascend beyond any of them.
As Vegeta lost himself in his thoughts, a sudden shout broke through the tension.
"Recoome Kick!"
Recoome, who had been observing Cado's fight with Burter, suddenly leapt forward with blinding speed. His massive leg extended, and the next thing Vegeta knew, a powerful knee struck him square in the face. The force sent him flying through the air, crashing into the dirt with a heavy thud.
Recoome landed on the ground with a dramatic pose, raising a fist into the air and shouting, "Recoome Kick!" His voice boomed with confidence, making it clear he wasn't finished.
Vegeta quickly regained his bearings and landed on his feet, though he was momentarily stunned. He wiped blood from his lip, glaring at the giant. "You think that's enough to stop me, you oversized clown?" he growled.
Recoome grinned ear to ear, clearly unfazed. "Our fight isn't over yet, Saiyan."
Vegeta, now fully angry, bared his teeth. "It will be soon."
At the same time, Burter managed to get back on his feet, shaking off the effects of Cado's previous assault. He glared at Cado, his pride bruised. "You may have gotten lucky earlier, but I'm not going to let a little brat like you outshine me again!"
Cado smirked in response, cracking his knuckles. "You were slow last time, blue-boy. Let's see if you've learned anything."
"Faster than light!" Burter spat, his words dripping with arrogance. "Prepare to eat my dust!"
Burter lunged forward once again, but Cado's movements were a blur as he easily dodged and countered. The two warriors clashed once more, with Burter throwing fast and furious strikes, while Cado, now far more confident in his abilities, dodged and returned the blows with precision.
Meanwhile, Vegeta and Recoome squared off, the tension thick in the air. Vegeta snarled as he prepared for their rematch. Recoome, ever the showman, stretched his arms wide and grinned. "Time for the final act, Saiyan!"
As the fight heated up, Cado glanced over at Gohan and Krillin, his eyes narrowing. "You guys need to help Vegeta," he said, not wanting to waste any more time with Burter.
Gohan and Krillin looked at each other, exchanging a quick nod. "Got it!" they both said in unison.
Cado, knowing he had the upper hand on Burter, didn't waste any more time on words. He sped into the fray, anticipating the next clash with Burter, while Gohan and Krillin rushed to assist Vegeta in his fight with Recoome.
The battlefield grew even more intense as the two fights escalated, with Vegeta's anger pushing him to fight harder, while Cado's newfound strength and confidence helped him dominate Burter.