Great Ape Transformation

A vast power gathered in the center of heaven and earth, as two ki blasts collided, forming a massive sphere of light. The energy drained everything around it, like a miniature black hole, sucking in debris, vegetation, and even the swirling air from the ground.

The turbulent tornado spread across the sky, its residual force turning the ground into a true ruin. Only the figures of the two men remained in the light between heaven and earth.

"Haaaaaa!" Vegeta roared, boosting his aura. The veins on his forehead bulged, and his eyes were bloodshot.

Raditz, by comparison, was calm. Though he felt the strong resistance of the opposing force, he remained at ease.

"You lost!"

With a shout, Raditz suddenly put more power into his attack. The Kamehameha, enveloped in crimson flames, was like a starving lion, swallowing the Galick Gun whole before charging at Vegeta!

The crimson tide of energy engulfed him. The terrifying shockwave flew into space, its explosions echoing continuously. Wherever it passed, low-lying trees, rocks, and mountains were reduced to dust.

In the air, the smoke gradually dissipated, and Vegeta, battered and bruised, appeared in view, gasping for breath.

He was covered in wounds, his hair was standing on end, one hand was clearly not moving well, his clothes were torn with holes everywhere, and a dark patch of either dust or blood stained his mouth. Most chillingly, the fighting spirit in his eyes had not faded. The power of his anger supported him, preventing him from falling.

"Why did you hold back at the end, you bastard!" Vegeta roared furiously.

"I didn't expect you to notice," Raditz said, dispelling his Kaio-ken state. "I don't want to kill you, so I wouldn't go all out..."

"Enough!" Vegeta cut Raditz off.

His pride was once again wounded. The words "wouldn't go all out" implied he wasn't worthy, a complete insult. Vegeta clenched his fists tightly, trembling all over, experiencing for the first time the taste of defeat at the hands of his own kind...

Something that should have been impossible had actually happened. He felt a surge of blood in his throat, unsure whether to spit it out or swallow it.

"You see, this is my power. Are you ready to consider my offer now?"

"Pah!"

Vegeta spat out the blood. "I refuse! I am the Prince of Saiyans, and I won't listen to your arrangements!"

In the end, his inner pride won out. He couldn't surrender like a defeated general! Even if Raditz had some secret technique to increase his power, he wouldn't obey directly.

This was the dignity of a Saiyan Prince! He could be defeated, but he would never surrender!

"Go to hell, Prince!" Raditz couldn't hold back this time and lunged forward, grabbing Vegeta by the hair.

Being a prince was just an empty title. Planet Vegeta was destroyed, and with so few Saiyans left, none of whom listened to him, what was the point! Enraged by his stubbornness, Raditz yanked him by the hair and slammed him to the ground.

"Bang!"

Vegeta was buried into the ground, which had already become a ruin.

He lay on his back, spread-eagled, his mouth drawing in the cold air. His muscles ached; he was utterly exhausted.

Suddenly, he noticed a round sphere of light reflected in the vast sky. His heart pounded violently in response, his pupils dilated, and his blood surged uncontrollably within him, like crashing waves.

The full moon!

No, it was an artificial moon! That halo of light wasn't natural; it was an artificial moon!

Vegeta didn't have time to ponder its origin as thick fur began to sprout, and his body started to swell and grow massive. As a high-ranking warrior, he could retain his sanity after transforming, meaning he would regain the advantage!

With this thought, Vegeta burst into maniacal laughter, opening his arms to embrace his transformation into a Great Ape!

In the distance—

Tien Shinhan's third eye spun rapidly, his voice trembling, "Did he win?"

"I think so? Goku?" Krillin sounded unsure.

Goku nodded. "When he wasn't using the Kaio-ken, their strength was about equal. But once he used the Kaio-ken, my brother had the upper hand. Vegeta has lost."

Nappa, held in someone's hand, stared blankly at the ruins, speechless. Raditz, that former weakling, had actually thrashed Vegeta? Had the world gone mad?

Just as everyone prepared to approach, Vegeta's laughter reached their ears. A colossal figure erupted from below, towering like a mountain, incredibly awe-inspiring!

A Great Ape!

Raditz's face turned ashen with shock. There was no full moon today; how could Vegeta have transformed into a Great Ape?

Before he could recover from his surprise, Great Ape Vegeta's fist slammed into his face.

Despite his immense size, his speed had not diminished, and his strength was unbelievable. Raditz was sent flying backward, his nose throbbing with a pain like a thousand needles piercing it and being filled with fire.

Raditz fell to the ground, trembling all over. His nose had been broken, and dark red blood flowed down his features, staining his lips with a seductive hue.

"Raditz, prepare to die!"

Vegeta roared and lunged at Raditz like lightning, raising his leg for a kick.

The force of a single kick was enough to crush Raditz into a pulp. The ruins exploded with countless stones, and dust billowed out like a sandstorm.

Raditz dodged the stomp, twisting and jumping away, trying to create distance. But the Great Ape leaped into the air, its massive body tracing an arc through the sky, its shadow obscuring Raditz's path. With a "boom," it landed abruptly.

It was actually faster than Raditz.

Without a word, Great Ape Vegeta unleashed his raw, primal ferocity. A blinding white energy wave erupted from its mouth, and its fists and feet pounded and swung with earth-shattering force! Such savage power unleashed, not only Raditz but even the Earth couldn't withstand it.

Even with a three-times Kaioken, Raditz was defeated by a single punch from the Great Ape. Dragging a long trail of blood, he was sent flying back a hundred meters. Although he dodged vital areas, he still suffered a massive impact. His blood-soaked body exuded a fishy smell, and he crashed heavily onto the ground. Blood surged in his chest, and he vomited a large mouthful of crimson blood.

Even a three-times Kaio-ken couldn't match it. He hadn't expected the force of this attack to be so immense, so powerful!

Had Vegeta still possessed over ten thousand battle power after being worn down for so long? He should have put more power into his Kamehameha earlier!

Indeed, Saiyans who transformed into Great Apes were not to be trifled with, especially those who retained their sanity.

If not for Vegeta's prior injuries, Raditz wouldn't even have a chance to live right now. Even with his Kaio-ken boosting his abilities, he could barely face the Great Ape Vegeta head-on!

The storm-like wind grazed Raditz's cheek like a blade. He rubbed his chest, his fingers slowly curling into fists.

"Damn it!"

Raditz rolled, taking cover behind a pile of rocks. What followed was a massive energy blast from the Great Ape's mouth, erupting in a beautiful arc of light on the horizon.

"Raditz, today is your end!"

The declaration of death, accompanied by the Great Ape's charge, felt like a mountain bearing down on Raditz. A punch slammed into Raditz's body, creating a deafening roar that assaulted the ears.

But this time, Raditz didn't retreat. He braced himself with both hands, his entire body erupting in red Ki that shot towards the sky, blocking the Great Ape's punch!

He blocked it? Vegeta froze for a moment in disbelief.

"Five times Kaio-ken!" Blood trickled from the corner of Raditz's mouth down to his Adam's apple. Using this technique placed an immense strain on his body. But all he needed was a moment of Vegeta's carelessness. Seizing this opening, he rapidly closed the distance, charging right in front of Vegeta.

Shining Impact Wave!

With no time to charge, he unleashed it directly, firing at Vegeta's eyes.

In an instant, Vegeta actually raised his hand to block his eyes. The powerful blast only hit the back of his hand, exploding into a cloud of bloody mist.

Blood trickled down the furry Great Ape's hand, splattering onto the scattered rocks.

Raditz felt a slight chill.

"I'll kill you!" The enraged Vegeta opened his mouth towards Raditz. At this distance, it was almost a guaranteed hit.

He couldn't dodge!

Raditz unleashed the speed of his five times Kaio-ken, yet he still felt the oppressive pressure right behind him. The light immediately engulfed him.

With no other option, Raditz could only brace himself with his arms, taking the full force of the blast!

When the light faded, the red Ki surrounding him also vanished. He tumbled through the air several times before landing. He gasped for air, his joints aching. The critical block at the last moment had saved him, but the strain on his body left him feeling miserable. His muscles could no longer exert their full power.

"Hahaha, you're quite clever, but your death is only a matter of time!" Vegeta laughed wildly.

Confident of victory, he strode towards Raditz.

"Haa... Am I going to have to turn into a Great Ape too? What if I lose control..." Raditz gave a wry, helpless smile, his brow furrowed.

Five times Kaio-ken was his limit. If he were at full strength, he wouldn't be afraid, but he had already expended a lot of energy. Moreover, the Great Ape's durability was far superior to Kaio-ken.

At this point, there was no way to win without transforming into a Great Ape. He had to take a gamble.

His tail was still there; he hadn't removed it originally for research, never expecting it to be useful. He looked up at the sky, searching for the moon, and indeed, he spotted a man-made moon.

At the same time, Raditz's body began to change!