"Lo... Lord Yuujin."
Still lying in the crater on the ground, Krillin stared blankly at Yuujin's back, his face gradually lighting up with fiery admiration.
As expected of Lord Yuujin—such a powerful little Cell was eliminated in just one blow!
After taking out a Senzu Bean for Krillin to eat, Yuujin turned his gaze toward Cell on the distant arena.
"Cell, your little Cell broke the tournament rules. You don't mind me killing it, do you?"
Cell's eyes gleamed as his expression darkened.
He didn't particularly care about the little Cell that had been killed—he could create as many of them as he wanted. What truly concerned Cell was the threat Yuujin posed to him.
After evolving into his perfect form, Cell had believed no one in the world could defeat him. Yet, he had to admit that Yuujin possessed the power to threaten him!
"Hmph, all of you, come back!"
With a cold snort, Cell commanded.
Though unwilling, the little Cells didn't dare defy their father's orders. They shrieked a couple of times before retreating back to the arena.
"As expected of Lord Yuujin!"
"If Lord Yuujin makes a move, even that monster Cell will surely be defeated!"
After rescuing Krillin and Tien, Yuujin and Gokumi returned to the area beneath the arena alongside the other women. The martial artists around them gazed at them with admiration and reverence.
Yuujin's face showed no outward expression, but inwardly, he shook his head.
The little Cells weren't much—he could eliminate them with a single strike. But the real Cell was another story; even Yuujin wasn't completely confident in defeating him.
Still, a sharp glint of determination flashed in Yuujin's eyes as he thought of something.
No matter how strong Cell was, the ultimate victory would undoubtedly belong to their side!
"The pointless farce ends here."
"Yuujin, Gokumi—it's time for our battle now."
Cell spoke coldly, looking down at Gokumi and Yuujin below.
"Then let's begin!"
Unyielding, both Yuujin and Gokumi radiated boundless fighting spirit.
The martial artists and viewers watching through their televisions grew excited. It was finally about to begin—the battle between their Lord Yuujin, the goddess, and Cell.
The decisive fight for Earth and humanity's fate!
Without further words, Cell spread his arms and unleashed his power.
Amidst the stunned expressions of the crowd, the nine arenas lifted off the ground and merged in mid-air with loud booms, forming one massive arena.
When this enormous arena fell back to the ground, the earth shook violently with a deafening crash.
"This will be our stage!"
Cell erupted with an intense aura, sending shockwaves that forced the martial artists to retreat. Even the remaining little Cells shrieked as they were swept off the arena.
"Yuujin, who should go first?"
Eager and filled with fighting intent, Gokumi asked.
Against a foe like Cell, the other martial artists were clearly outmatched. Among everyone present, only Yuujin, Gokumi, Chi-Chi, Android. 18, Dark Android. 18, and Android. 16 were even worth considering.
But realistically, Chi-Chi, 18, Dark 18, and 16 barely qualified to fight Cell. Even sending them up would inevitably end in defeat.
This meant the only ones truly capable of battling Cell with a chance of victory were Gokumi and Yuujin!
"I'll go—"
Just as Yuujin was about to volunteer, he suddenly sensed something. Almost everyone present turned their eyes toward the sky.
A powerful energy—a truly overwhelming energy—was in the sky above!
No, there were two energies. One was strong, but it was being completely suppressed by the other, even more terrifying energy!
Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, a golden streak of light shot downward, slamming into the arena with a thunderous crash.
It was Vegea!!!
At this moment, Vegea was radiating an unimaginably terrifying aura. Her entire body was engulfed in an intensely golden flame, with countless arcs of lightning crackling around her.
"Yuujin, it's Vegea—it's Vegea!"
"So awesome! Vegea has transformed just like us!"
Gokumi exclaimed excitedly.
Yuujin's eyes gleamed sharply. The moment Vegea appeared, he understood.
Vegea had also achieved the Super Saiyan 2 transformation!
With a crackling sound, another golden streak of light descended from the sky, landing beside Yuujin and the others.
It was Celipa!
"Master,"
Dismissing her aura, Selipa bowed respectfully to Yuujin.
"You arrived just in time, Celipa,"
Yuujin said with a faint smile.
Not only had Vegea grown stronger, but Celipa, after training in the Hyperbolic Time Chamber for three years, had also improved significantly. Her powerful aura radiated from her body.
Although she wasn't yet on par with Yuujin or Gokumi, her combat strength likely rivaled Chi-Chi and 18!
With these two powerful reinforcements, Yuujin's group's odds of victory had significantly increased!
"What an incredible aura!"
"It's Princess Vegea!"
"So strong, so strong—she's practically on par with Lord Yuujin and Lady Gokumi!"
Krillin and the martial artists finally came back to their senses, feeling both joy and awe at the overwhelming power radiating from Vegea.
"Cell, your opponent is me!"
Ignoring everyone else, Vegea stepped onto the arena and locked her cold, sharp gaze onto Cell.
Three years—she had spent three relentless years training in the Hyperbolic Time Chamber, breaking her limits again and again. Finally, she had reached Super Saiyan 2, just like Seroth and Kakarotto.
This time, she would never lose to Cell!!!
"So it's you, Vegea,"
Cell said with narrowed eyes, his expression grave.
"In just a few days, you've grown so much stronger. I have to admit, even I'm surprised."
Cell truly was startled. In just a few days, Vegea's transformation had been astonishing.
A few days ago, Cell had easily crushed Vegea, not even seeing her as a threat. But now, he had to admit that she, like Yuujin and Gokumi, posed a significant danger to him!
"You'll have plenty more surprises, Cell!"
"This time, I will kill you!"
Vegea's cold voice was filled with murderous intent.
"Hmph! Do you think a little power-up is enough to defeat me?"
"How foolish!"
"I am Cell—the ultimate android!"
"Come, Vegea. I will make you experience despair once again!"
With a snort, Cell unleashed his golden aura.
Just a mere Vegea—did she really think her newfound power could turn the tables?
"I won't give you the chance this time, Cell!!!"
Without further words, Vegea transformed into a streak of golden lightning and charged toward Cell...
To be continued…
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