Ziye vs. Nam

"Damn it! I'll settle this score with you properly!" Goku clenched his fists and said angrily.

"Forget it, Goku. Don't stoop to his level!" Krillin said, patting Goku on the shoulder.

"But that guy really is strong. Be careful when you face him!" Yamcha warned, frowning slightly.

"The second match will be between Nam and Ziye. It is scheduled to begin tomorrow morning!"

As the referee's voice rang out, the crowd began to disperse, looking forward to the next day's matches. Night soon fell, and Master Roshi took Ziye and the others to a restaurant for dinner.

"Ziye, your opponent tomorrow is Nam, the guy Master Mutten beat last time. I bet this match will be an easy win for you!" Krillin said at the table, watching Ziye with envy.

"Haha, I'll say it even if it sounds arrogant: whoever I face, I'll win easily!" Ziye said confidently with a soft laugh.

"You really aren't humble at all, are you?" Master Roshi said, shaking his head.

"Aw, I really wish I could have a good fight with you, Ziye!" Goku said excitedly after swallowing his food.

"You'll get your chance, Goku! After this tournament, let's train together. I've thought of a great place to train. We'll make huge leaps in strength there!" Ziye said, patting Goku on the shoulder with a determined look.

"Really? That's great!" Goku shouted excitedly.

Just then, three uninvited guests entered the restaurant: Tien Shinhan and his two companions! After looking around the place, they took a table beside Master Roshi's. Crane Hermit called out, "Bring us the best food you've got! Today, we're celebrating our school's victory!"

"By the way, Tien Shinhan, what do you think of that fighter from the Turtle School?" Crane Hermit asked mockingly.

"Heh! I could beat a guy like that with one hand, without even breaking a sweat!" Tien Shinhan said with a sneer.

"Exactly! What great fighters could the Turtle School possibly have?" Crane Hermit said with satisfaction, then burst into laughter.

"Damn... Those guys!"

Hearing that, Yamcha's face turned red with anger. He clenched his teeth and cursed.

"What's the matter? You seem pretty unhappy,"

Tien Shinhan asked mockingly.

"What, you want to fight?"

At that, Ziye stood up. His presence suddenly surged, and an invisible pressure made everyone's expressions change.

"Why is Ziye's presence so terrifying? Just how strong has he gotten?" Master Roshi thought in astonishment, glancing at Ziye.

"That guy..."

Tien Shinhan's expression grew grave. He no longer dared to underestimate his opponent.

"All right, Ziye, sit down. Fighting outside the ring during the tournament is forbidden. You'll be disqualified!"

Master Roshi stood and gently patted Ziye on the shoulder, motioning for him to return to his seat. Then he slowly walked over to Crane Hermit.

"Pffft!"

Master Roshi actually farted at Crane Hermit's table, then walked straight back. Crane Hermit's expression changed. He hurriedly covered his nose and shouted at Master Roshi.

"You old turtle, you farted! That stinks!"

"You perverted old turtle!"

Hearing that, Master Roshi lost his temper too. He stood up and started trading insults with Crane Hermit, drawing everyone's attention in the restaurant.

Meanwhile, Ziye, Tien Shinhan, and the others blushed with embarrassment at the antics of those two shameless old men!

The next day

The grounds of the World Martial Arts Tournament were packed with people, all hoping to see another thrilling match like the one the day before!

"Out of my way!"

Suddenly, Launch's furious yell rang out. With the threat of a machine gun, Bulma and the others sheepishly pushed their way to the edge of the venue.

"Welcome, everyone, to the World Martial Arts Tournament! Sorry to keep you waiting!"

"I now declare the second match officially underway!"

As the referee announced the start, Ziye and Nam walked to the center of the ring under the gaze of the crowd.

"I never expected you to be my opponent. I know I'm no match for you, but I won't give up!" Nam pressed his palms together. Looking at Ziye, he couldn't help breaking into a cold sweat.

"Go ahead. Use your strongest move, or you might not get the chance!" Ziye said calmly.

Ha!

"Sky Cross Fist!"

With a shout, Nam leapt into the air. He crossed his arms into a cross and brought them crashing down toward Ziye.

Bang!

As Nam descended, an invisible wall of energy appeared around Ziye, stopping him in midair!

Then Ziye flicked his hand, and Nam was sent tumbling off the ring in a daze!

"Na... Nam has fallen out of the ring! Ziye is the winner!"

At the referee's announcement, everyone in the stands stared blankly, unsure what had happened. Complaints soon followed.

"What happened?"

"How boring! I thought this would be an exciting match."

"I came all the way here early this morning to get a seat. What a waste!"

Seeing the crowd's disappointment, the referee could only laugh awkwardly. He took out a handkerchief to wipe the cold sweat from his face, then hurriedly announced the start of the third match.

"The third match is about to begin! Please welcome Krillin and Chiaotzu to the ring!"

Clang!

As the gong rang out, Krillin quickly took a fighting stance and sized up his opponent. Chiaotzu stood motionless and silent, making Krillin frown.

"Hey, come on!"

Hearing Krillin call out, Chiaotzu stopped holding back. His feet slowly left the ground, and he floated into the air.

"What?"

Krillin stared in shock.

Whoosh!

Suddenly, Chiaotzu darted forward like the wind and attacked Krillin!

Thud!

Chiaotzu kicked Krillin into the air, then followed him up, and the two began fighting fiercely above the ring!

However, just as Krillin gained a slight advantage, gravity took hold. With a whoosh, he fell from the air and landed on the ring, while Chiaotzu remained suspended above it!

Nam's battle power: 30

Ziye's battle power: 420

Krillin's battle power: 110

Chiaotzu's battle power: 105