The second time he climbed the tower, Son Goten took only two hours. He practically raced up it.
During that time, he didn't stop at all. He could feel that his strength really was increasing.
But once he reached a bottleneck, he would have to find other ways to improve his fighting power. Simple physical training wouldn't be enough.
When he reached the top, Master Korin was waiting for him.
"You really are an exceptional child. You have this much power, and you made it back so quickly. Come on, take the Super Holy Water."
Master Korin actually offered him the Super Holy Water without being asked.
"Don't we need to have another contest?"
Master Korin shook his head.
"No need. You're stronger than I am now, and you adapted to the intense fighting here so quickly. I also saw how steadily you controlled your breathing on your second climb. You've already done remarkably well."
"Besides, this stuff is no use to me. I think what's inside is just ordinary water."
"How do you know?"
"The real value is in all the training you do while climbing the tower. Goodbye, Master Korin. But is there any other way you can help me get away from here? Some faster means of travel?"
Master Korin waved a hand, and a huge Flying Nimbus suddenly appeared. But it seemed difficult to ride.
"You've already spent some time here, and I'm sure you need this. The World's Number One Martial Arts Tournament is about to begin. Even though you haven't heard from Master Wu Tian, I'm sure you're interested in taking part."
Son Goten nodded. He'd been looking forward to it for a long time, and had even kept track of the date.
How much had Goku and the soon-to-arrive Krillin improved through their