Chapter 22: Chapter 22: The true strength of Raditz
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The tremendous power unleashed by Raditz left everyone in shock, and the air around him crackled and thundered like a distant storm. The atmosphere trembled in awe of his majestic presence.
"This... this is your true form!" Vegeta's palm was sweaty, his face changing as he looked at Raditz.
"Let's get started," Raditz smirked, and he took the initiative. Before Vegeta could react, Raditz was already close to him.
Vegeta's pupils contracted, his body tensed up. He instinctively threw a punch, but it hit nothing but air. Raditz's figure flickered like a ghost, disappearing in an instant. Vegeta, unable to sense ki, couldn't lock onto Raditz.
Seizing the opportunity, Raditz struck Vegeta's lower back, followed by a powerful energy blast that sent him flying. The immense force tore through Vegeta's body, causing intense pain and a burning sensation on his back. After rolling a couple of times, the pain subsided slightly.
Vegeta panicked, but there was still some chance that he could beat raditz. He had previously thought the scouter was malfunctioning. Now, with 100% certainty, he realized that Raditz possessed an absolute power level of 20,000. It was enough to torment him for a while, given Raditz's speed.
Thoughts raced through Vegeta's mind, and he refused to accept defeat. While he might not be superior to Raditz, his arrogance remained. With his power level of 18,000 and the experience of countless battles, he couldn't believe he couldn't compete with Raditz!
The Saiyan blood flowing through his veins ignited his fighting spirit!
If they were going to fight, then they should fight with everything they had!
Fueled by vanity, Vegeta took the initiative to charge at Raditz. The two clashed, their fists and shadows intertwining, creating a whirlwind of violence. Rocks crumbled, the ground shattered, and the sky turned dark and ominous.
Vegeta tapped into the full power of his energy, heightening his senses to a new level, gradually learning to sense the Ki like all the z fighters. Although he hadn't fully mastered it, he could now detect danger.
"Behind!" With a loud shout, Vegeta swiftly turned around and launched a sweeping kick.
Raditz was taken aback. His high-speed movement had been anticipated by Vegeta. What he thought was foolproof turned out to be noticed! In other words, his speed had been gradually matched.
The Saiyan race truly was a terrifying one. They progressed and grew stronger with every battle!
Raditz felt the same surge of excitement. What was the point of a one-sided battle? It was in moments like these that the true spirit of the warrior was awakened. The blood of a fighting nation coursed through his veins. At that moment, his fighting spirit burned bright.
Dodging Vegeta's attack, Raditz swiftly closed in. After engaging in a fierce exchange, he finally landed a powerful blow to Vegeta's chest, producing a crisp sound as the breastplate shattered. Vegeta's stomach churned, and he spewed out a mouthful of fluid.
Seizing the opportunity, Raditz leaped above Vegeta, raising his hands and delivering a heavy blow from above.
"Whoosh!"
Like a shooting star, Vegeta was sent crashing into the ground.
Raditz gathered an enormous amount of ki in his hands, reaching the pinnacle of his power. A layer of blazing light enveloped his palms, shining so brightly that it was impossible to keep one's eyes open. Just as Vegeta began to climb to his feet, he saw a white brilliance descending from the sky, and his world turned bright white.
Countless ki waves surged from Raditz's hands, transforming into blazing white balls that flew toward Vegeta, bombarding him relentlessly.
The tremendous power shook the earth, and the resounding "thud, thud, thud" caused everyone in the vicinity to feel uneasy.
"Hey, Goku, do you think they might destroy the Earth? I'm getting really scared just watching from here," Krillin wiped the sweat from his forehead, his eyes filled with horror as he watched the onslaught of energy waves.
The continuous barrage of energy waves almost seemed like an unending waterfall, relentlessly bombarding the area. The air crackled, and the smoke and dust created a massive curtain, blocking the connection between heaven and earth.
Krillin couldn't confidently keep up with each successive energy wave, and such an intense attack, even if aimed at a single person, was terrifying. This amount if ki was enough to destroy the Earth!
"Don't worry, he has control over the range of the attack. He's only targeting Vegeta's body, so there shouldn't be any problem. Besides, Vegeta still has more power left. If you pay close attention, you'll see that his energy hasn't weakened much."
"So, you mean..."
"These monsters... even under such a violent attack, they can still hold their ground!" Piccolo couldn't help but marvel.
He had always been somewhat conceited, unwilling to accept defeat in front of Goku, and even had the resolve to challenge Raditz. However, witnessing this clash, his self-assurance slowly waned. It was as if a pheasant standing on the ground watching an eagle soar high in the sky, filled with envy.
Before long, Raditz unleashed his final blow, a devastating ki bomb that pierced through the air. The intense light dazzled the eyes, like an arrow soaring directly towards Vegeta. An explosion followed, giving rise to a mushroom cloud as the ground shook. The impact spread in all directions, shattering mountains and rocks, leaving the land devastated.
Amidst the shattered ground, Vegeta stood with legs astride, hands crossed over his head, and his head covered. His armor was in ruins, and even the battle tights underneath had several large holes, but his body remained unscathed.
Covered in dust, his face slightly disheveled and embarrassed, Vegeta's eyes blazed with an unwavering flame. His fists clenched tightly, and his muscles strained against the blue tights.
"Raditz, see this? I can withstand your attacks! Now, it's my turn to strike back!"
As Vegeta shouted, his hands were already on the ground, and with a forceful step, a deep crater appeared beneath him as he galloped forward.
Raditz's expression flickered, instinctively on guard.
The two warriors clashed once again, exchanging blows with their fists. Their legs collided simultaneously, cheekbone against cheekbone, as their energy erupted.
Raditz felt a hint of surprise. How was Vegeta stronger than he was just a moment ago? Could he actually improve during battle?
Halting his backward momentum, Vegeta disappeared from sight, only to rush out from behind, his hand slicing through the air.
"Swish!"
Raditz swiftly ducked, evading the strike. Taking advantage of his longer legs, he spun, delivering a flying kick in one fluid motion. Victory lay in his hands and feet, as his attack range increased. By keeping Vegeta at a distance, he gradually gained the upper hand.
Indeed, the kick landed squarely in the middle of Vegeta, widening the gap between them.
"Ha ha ha! Is that all you've got?" Vegeta brushed the dust off his body, his iconic hair swaying in the wind, his confident smile back on his face.
"It seems your explosive power can match mine," Raditz remarked.
"Just like this, I am the strongest Saiyan!"
"Not necessarily. I still have a trick up my sleeve that you haven't seen."
Raditz relaxed his stance and smiled.
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