Goku Wakes Up!

At this moment, Master Roshi's eyes sharpened as he swiftly positioned the Turtle Shell Compass in his hands before him.

The green light upon the Turtle Shell Compass grew increasingly dazzling, and mysterious power seemed to flow through its patterns, forming a shimmering, translucent barrier of light.

The massive black energy sphere struck the defensive barrier with destructive momentum, producing a deafening roar.

For a moment, light flared brilliantly; the immense impact shattered the clouds beneath Master Roshi's feet and caused his body to sink slightly. Yet, his gaze remained resolute as he held firm against this overwhelming force.

The Turtle Shell Compass hummed under the strain of the energy, appearing to endure immense pressure, yet its ancient patterns continued to glow stubbornly, guarding the defensive line. Master Roshi gripped the shell tightly with both hands, beads of sweat the size of rice grains rolling down his forehead, his veins bulging from the exertion. He knew well that if this line were broken, not only would his own life be forfeit, but the Earth would be plunged into an irredeemable abyss.

At this critical juncture, Master Roshi suddenly took a deep breath, focusing all his qi into the Turtle Shell Compass in an attempt to reinforce the defense.

The once-flickering light barrier instantly became solid and dense, and the stalemate against the black energy sphere gradually stabilized; the two forces remained locked in the air, neither willing to yield.

Master Roshi then shouted loudly, "Piccolo, Gohan, don't worry about me! Hurry and find a chance to cut off Goku's tail! Otherwise, the surroundings will be destroyed more and more by Goku!" His voice pierced through the roar of the intense battle, clearly reaching the ears of Piccolo and Gohan.

Piccolo and Gohan exchanged a glance, hope and determination reigniting in their eyes. Gohan turned swiftly and flew toward Goku, gathering golden energy in his hands in an attempt to draw Goku's attention.

Piccolo circled behind Goku, cautiously seeking the right moment to approach that critical tail. His entire body was tense, ready at any second to launch a lethal strike. Although the pain from his injuries persisted, he had cast all distractions aside, focused solely on completing this vital mission to save the maddened Goku and the imperiled Earth.

As for Master Roshi, after shouting those words, he once again focused all his energy on resisting the mysterious figure's attack. He knew the responsibility he shouldered; he had to buy enough time for Piccolo and Gohan, and even if it cost him his life, he would never retreat.

Upon hearing Master Roshi's cry, Gohan and Piccolo sped toward Goku.

Goku was currently in a berserk state, his massive form causing the earth to shake and mountains to rock with every movement. He swung his fists wildly; wherever he struck, buildings collapsed, mountains were blasted with gaping holes, and debris flew amidst a haze of dust.

Gohan was frantic with worry. He flew rapidly in front of Goku, waving his hands as he fired a barrage of energy blasts at him, attempting to slow his advance.

"Dad, wake up!" Gohan shouted loudly, tears shimmering in his eyes. However, these attacks barely hindered the movements of Goku in his Great Ape form.

Piccolo seized the opportunity to circle behind Goku, his gaze focused and steady, locked firmly onto Goku's tail.

His figure flashed, approaching as swiftly as a phantom. He condensed a green energy blade in his hand once more and slashed fiercely at the tail. But Goku seemed to sense it; his thick tail whipped around violently, kicking up a powerful gust of wind that forced Piccolo to retreat quickly to dodge.

Seeing Piccolo's attack fail, Gohan increased his energy output, his golden qi aura flaring even brighter. He leaped high and kicked toward Goku's chest. This kick contained all his strength; Goku's body swayed slightly, but he immediately let out a roar and swiped a palm down at Gohan. Gohan dodged to the side, narrowly avoiding the lethal blow.

Taking advantage of the gap while Goku attacked Gohan, Piccolo rushed in from the side again. He shifted his form in mid-air, trying to confuse Goku and find that fleeting opportunity. Finally, the moment Goku turned, Piccolo seized the chance and rushed toward the tail at top speed, his blade descending with sharp, cutting momentum.

The blade in Piccolo's hand carried an unstoppable resolve as it hacked fiercely at Goku's tail.

This time, the scales of fate finally tipped. With a soft "pop," Goku's tail was severed clean.

Instantly, Goku's massive body ceased its frenzied destruction, and his blood-red eyes gradually returned to clarity.

His body began to shrink slowly, the Great Ape form fading away as he reverted to his normal state. However, having exhausted a vast amount of stamina during his rampage, his face was pale, his breathing was extremely weak, and his frame swayed unsteadily.

Seeing this, Gohan flew forward in a hurry, catching Goku and calling out with a face full of worry, "Dad! Dad! Are you okay?" Goku opened his eyes weakly, looking at the anxious Gohan before him, and revealed a relieved smile: "I'm fine, Gohan, thanks to you two..."

Piccolo also let out a sigh of relief and descended slowly to their side. Despite being covered in wounds, his eyes held a hint of ease. This heart-stopping crisis had finally been temporarily averted.

But before they could catch their breath, the mysterious figure in the distance saw Goku return to normal and, consumed by shame and rage, let out an angry roar. He turned his target toward Master Roshi, his hands moving in a rapid seal. A black energy sphere, even more powerful than the last, formed rapidly in his hands before he hurled it fiercely at Master Roshi, clearly intending to vent his fury upon him.

Master Roshi felt the immense pressure bearing down on him, yet his gaze remained calm and steadfast.

He took a deep breath, rapidly mobilizing the remaining qi within his body. The Turtle Shell Compass in his hands glowed brilliantly once more, its mysterious patterns seeming to come alive as they pulsed and shimmered. Master Roshi let out a shout and threw the Turtle Shell Compass with all his might toward the incoming black energy sphere. Simultaneously, he formed a rapid seal with his hands and chanted, a golden light shooting from his palms to merge with the compass in an attempt to block the lethal attack.

The energy sphere collided with the Turtle Shell Compass, instantly erupting in a deafening roar, the light so blinding that it was impossible to keep one's eyes open. The powerful shockwave spread outward; the ground below was churned up like giant waves of earth and stone, and the surrounding peaks swayed precariously under the impact, with many boulders rolling into the valley with a thunderous rumble.

Gohan, Goku, and Piccolo were frantic, wanting to rush forward to help, but their own strength was nearly exhausted, their bodies weary and broken, making it impossible for them to reach Master Roshi in time.

Goku gritted his teeth, supporting his weak body as he began to gather a faint amount of energy in his hands. Though he knew it might be a drop in the bucket, he was unwilling to sit by and watch Master Roshi fall into danger.

At this critical moment, the Turtle Shell Compass began to falter in its struggle against the energy sphere; cracks appeared across its surface, and its light began to flicker unsteadily. Master Roshi's face was pale, but there was not a hint of retreat in his eyes as he continued to output his energy with all his might.