Chapter 32: Goku vs. King Chappa - The Battle of Tiny Tricks and Mighty Fists

As the crowd roared with excitement, the fight between Goku and King Chappa intensified. King Chappa's infamous Eight-Arm Fist technique made his arms appear like a whirlwind of strikes, overwhelming Goku from every angle. The barrage of attacks kept Goku on the defensive, his small frame bobbing and weaving as he tried to dodge the onslaught.

Goku grimaced, feeling the sting of each punch that slipped past his defenses. "Ow! He's really fast! It's like he has ten arms or something!" he muttered, barely dodging another strike.

King Chappa smirked. "Young one, this is the Eight-Arm Fist! It took me years to perfect it, and you're just a little kid. Let's see if you can keep up!"

Goku, never one to back down, grinned through the pain. "I don't care if you've got eight arms or eighty—I'm not losing!" He adjusted his stance, focusing his energy on dodging while looking for an opening.

But the Eight-Arm Fist wasn't the only challenge; King Chappa had learned to use Goku's smaller size to his advantage. When Goku got too close, Chappa would lean in and tower over him, cutting off his escape routes. Goku found himself being cornered again and again.

The crowd gasped as Chappa's relentless punches forced Goku backward until his back was almost against the ring's edge. With each blow, Goku winced, feeling the power and speed behind Chappa's fists. Even Bulma was getting nervous in the stands.

"Oh no! Goku's in real trouble this time," she muttered, clutching Krillin's arm tightly.

Krillin nodded, his face pale. "Yeah… I mean, I knew Goku was tough, but King Chappa's on another level."

Goku took a deep breath, feeling the weight of the situation. His body was sore, and his head still throbbed from the hypnosis technique Roshi had used in their match. But he wasn't about to let a headache or a few bruises stop him.

He grinned up at Chappa. "You're good, King Chappa. But I've still got a few tricks left!"

King Chappa frowned, tightening his stance. "Tricks, you say? I have no need for tricks. My technique is all I need."

With a battle cry, Chappa unleashed another flurry of punches. Goku barely managed to dodge a few, but he could feel his energy dwindling. Realizing he needed something more, he took a deep breath, summoning the lessons he'd learned from Grandpa Gohan.

Goku closed his eyes, letting his senses guide him. He began to focus his energy in a new way, calling upon the teachings he'd absorbed. As he dodged, he tried to feel the rhythm of Chappa's punches, predicting where the next attack would land.

With a burst of energy, Goku launched himself off the ground and landed a powerful punch to Chappa's shoulder, breaking his momentum for just a moment.

The audience gasped, surprised to see the young boy land such a solid hit. King Chappa staggered back, a look of surprise on his face.

Bulma jumped to her feet, clapping her hands excitedly. "Go, Goku! You can do it!"

Krillin grinned. "Yeah! Show him what you're made of!"

But King Chappa quickly recovered, his eyes narrowing. "Impressive, boy, but that won't be enough to defeat me."

Chappa unleashed the Eight-Arm Fist once more, this time faster and more forceful than before. Goku braced himself, but he was caught off guard by the sheer speed of the attacks. With every blow, he felt the impact like a hammer, his body growing weaker.

"Ouch! Stop hitting so hard!" Goku yelled, wincing as Chappa's punches continued to rain down. "Geez, with this many arms, you'd think he's trying to flatten me!"

Despite the pain, Goku thought back to his training and the moments where he'd pushed through limits. If he could hold out just a bit longer, he knew he'd find an opening.

Using his small size to his advantage, Goku began to duck under Chappa's swings, slipping between the barrage of punches. With each dodge, he tried to get closer, hoping to get within striking range.

Chappa smirked, clearly amused. "You're quick, kid, but your size only gets you so far."

As Chappa prepared to deliver a finishing blow, Goku saw his chance. With a burst of energy, he jumped up, positioning himself right in front of Chappa's chest. Before the man could react, Goku unleashed a powerful kick, sending Chappa skidding backward.

The crowd erupted in cheers as Goku landed back on the ground, grinning from ear to ear.

"Alright, King Chappa, let's see if you can handle this!" Goku shouted, bringing his fists up.

King Chappa, unfazed, steadied himself. "You're a tough kid, but you're about to learn why I'm known as the strongest fighter in the land."

Goku braced himself as Chappa resumed the Eight-Arm Fist. The two fighters clashed, Goku darting and weaving around Chappa's strikes, while the older man tried to land a decisive blow.

Goku's resilience finally began to pay off. He spotted a pattern in Chappa's movements and found his opening. With a final burst of strength, he leaped into the air, twisting his body as he delivered a spinning kick directly to Chappa's shoulder, breaking his guard.

Chappa staggered, trying to recover, but Goku wasn't finished. With a grin, he powered up and charged at full speed, delivering a flurry of punches that finally broke through Chappa's defense. The older fighter struggled to keep up, and the crowd held their breath as Goku unleashed a final powerful punch, sending Chappa crashing out of the ring.

The announcer's voice filled the arena. "And the winner is… Goku!"

The crowd erupted in applause, cheering for the young fighter who had just defeated a seasoned master. Bulma, Krillin, and Grandpa Gohan all cheered from the stands, relief and excitement written across their faces.

Goku, breathing heavily, wiped the sweat from his forehead. "Phew… that was tough!"

King Chappa approached Goku, bowing respectfully. "You are truly a remarkable young fighter, Goku. Thank you for the battle."

Goku grinned, bowing back. "Thanks, King Chappa! You're really strong too!"

As the two parted, Goku glanced up at his friends in the stands, a big smile on his face. Bulma waved enthusiastically, Krillin gave him a thumbs-up, and Grandpa Gohan nodded proudly.

Goku raised his fists in the air. The finals had been grueling, but with his victory over King Chappa, he was now the champion.