Two years have passed, and the world around the Z-Fighters has remained at peace. Far from the bustling cities and peaceful countryside, Goku and Vegeta stand in a barren wasteland—a desolate place where their power can be unleashed without any restraint. Nearby, Gohan, Goten, and Trunks stand together, watching intently as their fathers prepare for what promises to be an epic battle.
The wind sweeps across the cracked earth, the sky clear and blue above them. Goku and Vegeta stand several meters apart, their gazes locked, each warrior brimming with anticipation. Goku wears his usual bright orange gi, his hair in its familiar black spikes, while Vegeta stands in his iconic blue bodysuit, his posture rigid, every muscle coiled like a spring ready to explode.
"Are you ready for this, Vegeta?" Goku asks, grinning.
"Tch," Vegeta scoffs. "You'd better not hold back, Kakarot. I've reached a level far beyond anything you can imagine."
"Oh yeah?" Goku's grin widens. "Then let's see it!"
Without another word, both Saiyans power up, their auras flaring to life. Goku's golden Super Saiyan aura blazes around him, while Vegeta's blue energy surges, creating a shockwave that cracks the ground beneath them. The intensity of their ki sends ripples through the air, and even at a distance, Gohan, Goten, and Trunks feel the sheer force of their fathers' power.
As the two warriors vanish from sight, they collide in the middle of the wasteland with a deafening crash. Their fists meet, sending shockwaves that ripple outward in all directions. Gohan stands tall, observing carefully, while Goten and Trunks watch with wide eyes, awe-struck by the battle unfolding before them.
Blow after blow, Goku and Vegeta trade attacks at blinding speeds, their movements too fast for anyone except Gohan to fully comprehend. The ground quakes beneath their feet, and the sky darkens as their energies clash with unimaginable force.
After several minutes of intense fighting, Goku smirks and jumps back, landing lightly on his feet. "You're strong, Vegeta. Stronger than I've ever felt you before."
Vegeta doesn't respond with words. Instead, he powers up even further, his muscles bulging as his energy explodes around him. "Let me show you the pinnacle of my power, Kakarot. I call it… something far beyond any Super Saiyan you've ever faced."
Before Goku can react, Vegeta lets out a primal roar. His body surges with energy, and his muscles swell. His eyes glow red, and his body begins to change, growing in size and bulk as fur covers his chest. In a matter of moments, Vegeta transforms into a Great Ape, but something is different—his golden fur and glowing red eyes indicate this is no ordinary transformation.
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months ago, Vegeta had been training relentlessly, frustrated that Goku always seemed to find new transformations and techniques ahead of him. He had already achieved Super Saiyan 2, but something inside him told him there was more power to unlock.
During one particularly intense training session, Vegeta found himself transforming into his Great Ape form under the influence of a Blutz Wave Generator he had acquired from Bulma's lab. However, instead of letting the primal rage consume him, Vegeta focused, trying to fuse the power of his Great Ape form with his Super Saiyan energy.
At first, it was a disaster. His mind was overwhelmed by the animalistic instincts of the Great Ape, and he rampaged uncontrollably, destroying everything around him. But as Vegeta's rage began to spiral out of control, a single thought brought him back from the edge—his family.
Images of Bulma, Trunks, flickered through his mind. Slowly, his rage ebbed away, and with a roar, Vegeta's massive body began to shrink. The fur remained, but his size returned to normal. His hair, now black, spiked wildly, and his eyes retained the red tint. His power had stabilized, and in that moment, Vegeta had achieved a form unlike any before it—what he now called his pinnacle: Super Saiyan 4.
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Back in the present, Vegeta stands before Goku in his Super Saiyan 4 form, his crimson fur and fiery eyes radiating immense power. "This is the form that will surpass you, Kakarot."
Goku's eyes widen in shock and admiration. "That's incredible, Vegeta! But don't count me out just yet!"
Goku steps back, taking a deep breath as his golden aura intensifies. His Super Saiyan form spikes as lightning crackles around him. He focuses, his energy surging to a new level. His hair grows longer, cascading down his back, and his eyebrows disappear, leaving only a fierce browline. His aura burns bright, and he lets out a thunderous scream as he transforms into Super Saiyan 3.
Vegeta's eyes narrow, and a smirk curls on his lips. "Super Saiyan 3, huh? Impressive, Kakarot, but it won't be enough."
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Back in the wasteland, Goku and Vegeta clash again, their power shaking the earth beneath them. Every punch, every kick sends shockwaves through the atmosphere. Goku's Super Saiyan 3 form and Vegeta's Super Saiyan 4 form are perfectly matched, each warrior pushing the other to their absolute limits.
Gohan, Goten, and Trunks watch in awe, their fathers' power far beyond anything they've seen before. "They're… they're amazing," Gohan murmurs, feeling the energy from the fight wash over him.
For what feels like hours, Goku and Vegeta battle fiercely, neither willing to back down. They seem evenly matched, their skills honed to perfection. Finally, both fighters come to a stop, panting heavily, their energy nearly spent.
"That… was one of the best fights I've ever had," Goku says, smiling despite the exhaustion.
"Hmph," Vegeta grunts. "Don't get used to it, Kakarot. Next time, I'll win."
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Later that day, the Son and Brief families gather at a local restaurant to celebrate their sparring match. Plates of food pile up on the table as Goku, Gohan, Goten, Vegeta, Bulma, and Trunks enjoy the meal together.
As they eat, Vegeta smirks at Goku. "By the way, Kakarot, did you know that Trunks unlocked Super Saiyan when he was just seven? Not bad, huh?"
Goku raises an eyebrow, grinning. "That's cool, Vegeta, but Goten unlocked it when he was four."
Vegeta's smirk falters, and Bulma lets out a snort of laughter. "Looks like you've been outdone again, Vegeta."
Vegeta's face turns red with frustration, but before he can retort, Goku leans back, laughing. "Hey, no need to get worked up! We've both got amazing kids."
Vegeta grumbles, but there's a hint of pride in his eyes as he glances at Trunks, who is busy eating with Goten.
The evening continues with lighthearted conversation and laughter as the two families enjoy their time together, their bond stronger than ever after years of friendship, rivalry, and shared battles.
The chapter ends with the two warriors exchanging one final glance—an unspoken promise of future battles to come, but for now, they enjoy the peace they've earned.