Chapter 4: Shock
Traveling at a speed exceeding three hundred thousand meters per second, or a hundred times the speed of sound.
In just a minute and a half, Lin Chuan had already crossed thousands of kilometers and arrived at his destination.
From landing on Earth until now, Lin Chuan's power level has reached 16,680 points.
From 15,000 points to 16,680 points, he had increased by a whopping 1,680 points. It had taken him 1,680 seconds, which equates to a total of 28 minutes.
Even though his strength was increasing bit by bit quickly, the continuous accumulation of power in such a short period made Lin Chuan feel incredibly physically and mentally satisfied.
When he first activated the system, he didn't have a concrete feeling, but now, Lin Chuan had truly experienced the rapid growth of his strength.
Even though it seemed like only a 1,680-point increase, not even reaching 2,000 points, as a warrior of his level, he could easily distinguish between high and low.
At least now, Lin Chuan was confident he could effortlessly defeat his past self, who hadn't yet arrived on Earth.
Meanwhile, on the ground.
Originally, the situation was already unstable.
The advantage that had been painstakingly created was overturned for the first time due to Son Goku's carelessness and kindness.
The second opportunity was missed due to concerns for Son Gohan.
Now, it was the third chance.
It's hard to imagine that four-year-old Son Gohan could unleash unparalleled power, severely injuring Raditz with a single blow.
Now, it's time to turn the tide once again.
However, suddenly, another person appeared in the sky dressed in attire similar to Raditz's.
This person appeared so abruptly and with such speed that it shook the fabric of space, sending chills down everyone's spine.
Standing in the void, this individual emitted a terrifying aura that surpassed even Raditz's.
"Haha... Hahaha! Kakarot, you're finished! Everyone who came to Earth seems I'm not the only one... The Frieza Force has long targeted your Earth... Don't say I didn't warn you. This person's power level should far surpass mine. You're all going to die!"
Raditz was held from behind by Son Goku, and because of the fatal headbutt he had received from Son Gohan earlier, he couldn't break free for a short period.
Initially, he was still afraid because Piccolo was again preparing a technique that could kill him.
If successful, he would die on Earth.
What timing! What luck!
Even though he didn't know the identity and motives of the newcomer, their attire indicated they were both from the same military force.
Raditz didn't realize he was being too presumptuous and had an overly vivid imagination.
Even if they both wore Frieza Force battle uniforms, who could guarantee that only members of the Frieza Force would wear them?
At this point, Son Goku could no longer hold on. He had to set aside everything and desperately shouted to Piccolo, "Piccolo, hurry up and make your move! I can't hold on much longer!"
"Whether the newcomer is friend or foe, we must first take out my big brother before we can think about anything else..."
As he spoke, Son Goku coughed up blood due to his injuries.
Son Goku was very straightforward, and his thoughts were simple, but it had to be said that he could make decisive decisions in critical moments.
With his provocation, Raditz's fleeting sense of relief was shattered again, and he panicked, "Stop kidding around, Kakarot! Are you going to die with me?! Damn it, even if you want to die, don't drag me down with you! Can't you see the situation? Your Earth is finished!!!"
"Heh, heh... You're finally scared, huh? Yes, I am going to die with you!"
There was no brotherly love left in Son Goku at this moment.
This was set in stone from the moment Raditz attacked Son Gohan.
If Raditz hadn't attacked Son Gohan, Son Goku still believed he could persuade his so-called big brother to put down his butcher's knife.
"What are you waiting for, Piccolo?!" Son Goku gritted his teeth, feeling Raditz's power increasing. He had already surpassed his own limits.
Given his current strength, Son Goku needed to catch up to Raditz. It would have been difficult for him to match Raditz even at his peak.
He was anxious and urged Piccolo.
But he didn't know that Piccolo was in a bad state on the other side.
Son Goku was naive and innocent. How could he understand Piccolo's current feelings?
The sudden appearance of the overwhelming ki felt like a planet pressing down on him, rendering him unable to move.
His ki was already unstable, and even though he had gathered beyond his limits with the Special Beam Cannon, it was disrupted in this situation.
His power level had broken through its original limit despite maintaining the technique without dispersing.
However, he was still immobilized, unable to move.
Cold sweat covered his body, and Piccolo gritted his teeth in frustration.
It was a good opportunity, yet he could only let it slip by.
He harbored great resentment. If Son Goku hadn't let go of Raditz's tail earlier, Raditz would have already been dead. The situation wouldn't have deteriorated like this.
On the sidelines, the timid Son Gohan trembled in fear, tears streaming down his face.
In such circumstances, Piccolo's agitation only grew.
His breathing became heavier, and he watched as the person in the sky gradually descended, finally landing on the ground.
The gaze that met his own almost made him lose his composure.
It was too terrifying!
"The power level has exceeded the previous critical value, reaching 1480 points. It's an extraordinary technique that not only maximizes one's strength to the utmost limit but also makes the technique's killing power sufficient to defeat opponents of a higher level." Lin Chuan narrowed his eyes with these evaluative words, showing some interest in experiencing Piccolo's ultimate move.
Special Beam Cannon was the ultimate move that first shone brightly in the early stages of Dragon Ball Z. How amazing was it when first seen? The early Z fighters were all brilliant in their own way.
A variety of techniques emerged one after another...
However, they were all eventually submerged in the tide of history.
In the early days, the Z fighters, each with their own unique abilities, showcased their distinctive characteristics.
As time passed and their strength couldn't keep up, the development path shifted towards emphasizing brute force.
Techniques and such were gradually left behind as long as the power was sufficient.
Whether it was the Kaio-Ken, Kamehameha, or the Turtle School fighting style, they all became routine.
The same went for others like Vegeta, Gohan, and Piccolo, who were no longer inclined to innovate.
This only began to change slightly with the arrival of the Majin Buu saga, particularly with the two young Saiyans, who started to show some innovation.
After the advent of the Super era, especially with Goku and Vegeta at the forefront, they began to pay attention to changing techniques again, accepting new things and breaking through to new levels.
"Who... who are you?"
After finally managing to utter these words, Piccolo was drenched in sweat.