Battle with the king
Kade climbed out of the pod, his muscles flexing. He had come a long way from the nervous college student he once was. "You're right," he said, his eyes lighting up with excitement. "How powerful can a mortal Saiyan be? The Super Saiyan forms can only get you so far, right?"
Aria chuckled at his enthusiasm. "You've got a point," she admitted. "But don't underestimate them. They've honed their skills over millennia. Plus, you never know what kind of secrets they're holding onto."
Kade nodded thoughtfully, his eyes gleaming with the thrill of discovery. "That's what I've been working on," he said, a hint of pride in his voice. "A new form that combines my Hakai power with the intensity of a Super Saiyan. No rituals, no restrictions—just pure destruction."
Aria's eyebrows shot up. "God-powered Super Saiyan without the god ritual?" she repeated, her voice skeptical. "That's... ambitious, even for you, Kade."
Kade smirked, his confidence unshaken. "You know what they say—go big or go home. Besides, I've had the best teacher in the universe." He winked at her, and Aria couldn't help but roll her eyes.
"Flattery won't save you if you get yourself killed," she retorted, her expression a mix of amusement and concern. "But let's not forget that I'm not just a pretty face with tits. I know a thing or two about divine power."
With a dramatic flourish, Aria snapped her fingers, and the two of them vanished from the training ground, only to reappear in the center of the grand Saiyan arena on Sarada. The colossal structure was carved from gleaming crystal and echoed with the anticipation of an epic battle. Thousands of Saiyan spectators roared, their energy palpable as they sensed the impending clash of titans.
Kade looked around, his eyes twinkling with mischief. "So, where's the big, bad king?" he shouted over the din.
The crowd's roar grew deafening as the arena's massive doors swung open, revealing King Thalos. His presence was a stark contrast to the sleek and modern god of destruction. Thalos strutted in, his rugged frame and ancient armor a testament to the primitive might of the Saiyan race. His eyes narrowed as he took in Kade's relaxed posture and smug grin.
"Ah, the new god of destruction," Thalos boomed, his voice echoing through the vast space. "I've heard the whispers of your... unorthodox approach. Tell me, do you truly believe you can best me?"
"Well, when you put it that way, I'm not just gonna sit here and knit a sweater," Kade quipped, cracking his knuckles. "I'm gonna go full Super Saiyan and show you what a college dropout can do with a little divine spark!"
The crowd's cheers grew even louder at the god's sarcastic boast. Aria couldn't help but roll her eyes, though she had to admit that Kade had come a long way from the clueless mortal she had found three years ago.
The fight began with a dramatic flair that could only be expected from a clash of deities and legendary warriors. Kade raised his hand, a grin playing on his lips, and unleashed a colossal purple ki blast that seemed to darken the arena. The energy roared through the air, a living embodiment of destruction. The spectators gasped as the blast shot towards King Thalos, who stood unfazed.
With the ease of one catching a wayward beach ball, Thalos grabbed the ki blast in his mighty hand. His muscles bulged, straining against the sheer force of Kade's attack, and for a moment, it looked as if he might be overwhelmed. But with a roar that shook the very fabric of the universe, he flung the blast back at the young god with a ferocity that could only be described as regal. The air between them crackled with power as the purple energy sped back towards Kade.
Kade, ever the showman, winked at Aria before his body moved faster than the human eye could follow. He spun around, dodging the incoming blast with the grace of a dancer and the precision of a seasoned fighter. The explosion of light and sound behind him was deafening, leaving a smoldering crater where he had just been standing. He landed lightly on the balls of his feet, the smirk never leaving his face.
Thalos's expression grew more serious as he realized the gravity of the situation. This was no mere sparring match—this was a duel that would determine the fate of not just their friendship, but possibly their entire planet. He charged forward, fists blazing with golden ki. The ground trembled under the force of his advance, and the very air seemed to part in anticipation of the collision of their might.
"You dare to challenge the might of Sarada's king?" Thalos bellowed, his fist cocked back and gleaming with divine power.
Kade chuckled, his eyes glinting with amusement. "Is that all you've got, old man?"
With a flick of his wrist, he sent a blast of dark energy hurtling towards Thalos. The king's eyes narrowed, and with a swift, decisive motion, he swiped the attack away with a single hand, the air crackling with the displaced energy.
Thalos threw a barrage of punches and kicks, each one a masterful display of ancient Saiyan techniques, honed over centuries of battle and leadership. Yet, to Kade, it was as if the king was moving in slow motion. He danced around the incoming blows with a grace that seemed almost bored, his movements fluid and precise.
"Is that the best you can do?" Kade jeered playfully, dodging a particularly fast punch with a yawn that was more exaggerated than necessary. The crowd's roar grew to a confused murmur, not quite sure how to interpret this odd turn of events. Aria rolled her eyes, knowing full well that Kade's jovial exterior was a facade to hide his intense focus.
Thalos's eyes flashed with a mix of irritation and admiration. Here was a god who treated their battle like a game, yet his reflexes were sharper than any Saiyan he'd ever encountered. The king's fists clenched tighter, his knuckles crackling with energy. He knew he had to push harder, to show this newcomer the full extent of his power.
"Alright, Kade," Thalos said, his deep voice resonating through the arena. "If you wish to dance with the king of the Saiyans, I shall oblige. But know this: I will not hold back."