Saiyan in Cultivation world

The forest crackled with raw energy as Yuto and Bloodshadow squared off. Bloodshadow's crimson aura pulsed wildly, the air around him distorting as his power surged. Yuto stood firm, his golden ki flaring brighter with each passing second.

"You're more persistent than I thought," Bloodshadow said, his voice dripping with amusement. "But this ends now."

Bloodshadow raised his crimson blade high, the weapon pulsating with destructive energy. Yuto could feel the immense power gathering, a tidal wave of destruction that threatened to consume everything in its path.

"I've got to end this before he does," Yuto thought, his Saiyan instincts urging him forward.

With a burst of speed, Yuto closed the gap between them. Bloodshadow swung his blade in a wide arc, but Yuto anticipated the move, ducking low and landing a powerful punch to Bloodshadow's midsection. The rogue staggered, but his counterattack was swift—a crimson energy wave erupted from his blade, forcing Yuto to leap back.

"Not bad," Bloodshadow growled, wiping a trickle of blood from his mouth. "But you're still outmatched."

"Let's find out!" Yuto roared, his golden aura exploding outward. His energy surged to new heights, his muscles tensing as he tapped deeper into his Saiyan potential.

Yuto vanished, his speed surpassing Bloodshadow's ability to track. He reappeared behind the rogue, delivering a devastating roundhouse kick that sent Bloodshadow crashing into a boulder. Before Bloodshadow could recover, Yuto followed up with a barrage of ki blasts, each strike shaking the forest.

Bloodshadow emerged from the rubble, his robes tattered and his face twisted in rage. "You're strong, boy. I'll give you that. But strength alone won't save you!"

The rogue's crimson aura intensified, and his blade transformed into a massive scythe, its edge glowing with dark energy. With a roar, Bloodshadow unleashed a series of devastating slashes, each one carving through the air like a hurricane.

Yuto dodged and weaved, his movements a blur. But the rogue's attacks were relentless, and a glancing blow sent Yuto skidding across the ground.

Pain shot through Yuto's body, but he refused to falter. He planted his feet firmly, his golden ki flaring brighter than ever. "I'm not giving up! Not until I protect the people who've trusted me!"

Channeling every ounce of his power, Yuto launched himself at Bloodshadow, his fists glowing with golden energy. The two clashed in an explosion of light and darkness, their auras colliding in a maelstrom of power.

This was a fight that would determine the fate of the forest—and perhaps the entire region.

Back at the Rising Sun Sect, the atmosphere was tense. The senior disciples and elders had gathered in the central hall, their faces grim as they listened to Kaito's report.

"So, the rogue leader is a former inner disciple of the Crimson Wraith Sect?" Elder Yu asked, her expression dark.

Kaito nodded. "Yes, Elder. He calls himself Bloodshadow, and he's incredibly powerful. Yuto stayed behind to hold him off so we could return and warn you."

Elder Yu clenched her fists, her gaze hardening. "Foolish boy. He should have retreated with you."

"He wouldn't have made it," Mei interjected, her voice trembling. "Bloodshadow was too strong. Yuto knew that. He... he sacrificed himself to give us a chance."

Silence fell over the hall, the weight of Yuto's decision sinking in.

"We can't let his efforts be in vain," Kaito said, his voice firm. "We need to act now. Bloodshadow's group is a threat to everyone in this region, and Yuto's out there fighting alone."

Elder Yu nodded. "You're right. Assemble the inner disciples and prepare for battle. We'll strike before the rogues can regroup."

As the sect mobilized, Kaito couldn't help but feel a pang of guilt. He had always teased Yuto about his reckless nature, but now, he realized just how much Yuto's bravery meant.

"He better still be alive when we get there," Kaito muttered under his breath.

The Call to Arms

The Rising Sun Sect's inner disciples gathered in the training grounds, their expressions a mix of determination and fear. Elder Yu addressed them, her voice steady despite the tension in the air.

"Our enemy is strong, but we are stronger together," she said. "This sect has stood for centuries, and we will not falter now. Prepare yourselves. Tonight, we fight not just for our home, but for the honor of all cultivators."

The disciples cheered, their voices echoing through the sect. Kaito and Mei stood among them, their resolve renewed.

As the sect's forces set out, their lanterns illuminating the dark forest, Kaito couldn't help but think of Yuto.

"Hold on, you idiot," he thought. "We're coming."