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Trunks staggered back, wiping the blood from the corner of his mouth: "It's not over yet!"

A burst of golden energy erupted as Trunks entered Super Saiyan mode, his speed and strength increasing dramatically. A gasp of surprise erupted from the audience.

The father and son engaged in a fierce battle, and cracks began to appear in the arena from the energy impact. In the end, Vegeta won with a precise Ultimate Flash.

"The victor is Vegeta!"

Trunks slumped to the ground, panting heavily: "I still can't beat you, Dad."

Vegeta reached out and helped him up: "Not bad, you've improved since last time."

The second semi-final match was between Lin Ye and Geno. The green-skinned alien leaped onto the stage, his four arms simultaneously unleashing weapons.

“Lin Ye, I’ve heard of you.” Jeno’s voice had a metallic quality. “Let me see just how strong you really are.”

Lin Ye smiled slightly: "As you wish."

Jeno launched the first attack, with four weapons coming from different angles. Lin Ye activated his Origin Form, dodging and counterattacking with astonishing speed.

"It's no use!" Geno shouted, his body suddenly splitting into three clones, attacking Lin Ye from all sides.

A gasp rippled through the audience: "Clone Technique!"

Lin Ye remained calm under pressure, sensing the flow of energy and quickly locating the true form: "Found you!"

A powerful punch struck Geno's true form, and the clone vanished instantly. Geno staggered backward, green blood spilling from the corner of his mouth.

"Impressive...but it's not over yet!" Geno's body began to swell, his skin turning dark green. "Super Transformation!"

After transforming, Geno's strength and speed increased dramatically, and he once again clashed with Lin Ye. This time, Lin Ye held nothing back, unleashing his Origin Energy at full power.

"Origin Annihilation Cannon!" A massive energy ball struck Geno directly.

Despite his best efforts to defend, Geno was still knocked away and crashed heavily into the protective barrier, losing consciousness.

"The victor is Lin Ye!"

The final match will be Lin Ye versus Vegeta. The two stood on the ring, their gazes meeting as if sparks were flying.

"The day has finally come, Lin Ye." Vegeta's deep blue aura began to burn. "Let me see how much you've improved during this time."

Lin Ye's golden aura erupted simultaneously: "I won't let you down, Vegeta."

The entire audience rose to their feet, eagerly anticipating this epic showdown. The host's voice trembled with excitement: "Ladies and gentlemen! Next up is the final of this year's World Martial Arts Tournament: Lin Ye versus Vegeta! Both are considered favorites to win. Who will claim the championship? Let's wait and see!"

The referee glanced at the two players, took a deep breath, and announced, "The match...begins!"

The two figures collided instantly, the shockwave sending a gust of wind through the nearest seats. The real battle had only just begun.

Chapter 460: The Price of Peace

In the VIP ward of Xidu Central Hospital, Lin Ye and Vegeta lay side by side on the bed, their bodies wrapped in thick bandages. Sunlight streamed through the blinds, casting dappled shadows on the pristine white sheets.

“The doctor said you two are incredibly lucky to be alive,” Bulma said, sitting on the edge of the bed while peeling an apple. “Twenty-seven fractures throughout your bodies, internal bleeding, and severe energy depletion... an ordinary person would have died ten times over.”

Trunks leaned against the window and couldn't help but laugh: "But Mom, you don't seem worried at all."

Bulma cut the peeled apple in half and handed it to the two people on the hospital bed: "Worried? I'm used to it. Staying with these Saiyans for too long can damage your heart."

Gohan walked over with a water glass: "Honestly, that last move in the final was terrifying. The whole arena was shaking, and the protective shield almost shattered."

Vegeta grunted, trying to sit up but wincing in pain: "Don't make a fuss. That kind of explosion won't kill anyone."

Lin Ye gently moved his bandaged arm: "But it's definitely going to be tough. Vegeta, the power of your Ultimate Flash has increased again."

"Nonsense." Vegeta's lips curled up slightly. "Otherwise, how could I defeat you? I'll definitely win next time."

"I'll be waiting." Lin Ye smiled, then gasped as the pain aggravated his wound.

The ward door was pushed open, and Number 18 walked in with a bouquet of flowers: "I've come to visit the two champions. There are reporters all over the place outside, Bulma, you'd better think of something."

Bulma rolled her eyes: "Let them wait. My patient needs rest."

For the next three days, Lin Ye and Vegeta received treatment at the hospital. Surprisingly, their recovery was so fast that it astonished the doctors. By the morning of the third day, Vegeta was already able to get out of bed and walk, and Lin Ye had also basically recovered.

"The Saiyans' physique is truly freakish." The attending physician looked at the examination report and pushed up his glasses. "Injuries that would take an ordinary person three months to recover from, you've recovered in about three days."

During this time, many participants in the martial arts tournament came to visit. Lily brought an ancient martial arts manual, while Geno shared some alien fighting techniques. Even the matter of the man in black robes was being investigated; according to the Galactic Patrol, he was a remnant of a dark empire attempting to create chaos at the martial arts tournament.

On the day of discharge, the capsule company held a grand celebration party. The garden was decorated with lanterns and colorful lights, and the long table was filled with all kinds of delicious food. Almost all of their friends were there.

"Cheers!" Bulma raised her glass. "To the two champions, and to the complete success of the World Martial Arts Tournament!"

Everyone raised their glasses and drank heartily, the atmosphere lively. Piccolo stood alone in a corner, a rare smile on his lips; Tien Shinhan and Chiaotzu were discussing the exciting moments of the match with Gohan; Krillin and Android 18 were playing with their daughter.

Trunks sidled up to Lin Ye and Vegeta: "Seriously, that last clash between you two was so cool! The whole audience stood up!"

Vegeta scoffed, "If it weren't for the referee's meddling, I definitely would have won."

Lin Ye shook his head with a smile: "Come on, we were both at our limit back then. A draw would have been the best result."

Halfway through the party, Bulma suddenly exclaimed, "I really hope this peace can last forever. No cosmic crisis, no evil forces, and everyone can live in peace."

Lin Ye's expression gradually turned serious: "Peace is never something to be taken for granted. Precisely because it is hard-won, we must cherish and protect it even more."

The moment these words were spoken, Alice's holographic projection suddenly appeared in the center of the garden, her expression extremely grave: "Emergency! An anomaly has been detected in the energy balance of the twelve universes, and the energy fluctuations of the Tree of Origin are rapidly increasing!"

The joyful atmosphere froze instantly. Everyone looked at the holographic screen Alice had brought up, which displayed a live image of the Tree of Origin—the once golden tree was now covered with ever-expanding black spots, like a disease spreading.

"What is this?" Trunks asked in shock.

The Supreme Kai of Time, Anise, suddenly appeared, her face pale: "This is terrible... This is the residual energy of the Source of Chaos. Although we destroyed its main body, this residual energy is still eroding the Tree of Origin."

Gohan asked nervously, "What will happen if we don't deal with it?"

“The Tree of Origin will be in crisis again, and the energy balance of the twelve universes will be completely broken.” Anise’s voice trembled. “The consequences will be unimaginable.”

Lin Ye and Vegeta exchanged a glance and stood up at the same time.

"What are we waiting for?" Vegeta said. "Let's get going."

Bulma hurriedly said, "But your injuries..."

"It's all over now." Lin Ye stretched his shoulders. "Saving the universe is more important than this."

Without further ado, everyone sprang into action. Bulma deployed the latest spaceship, Alice began calculating the optimal route, and Anise provided the latest information on the Tree of Origin.

Ten minutes later, the spaceship took off from Capsule Corporation and sped towards the Tree of Origin at faster-than-light speed. Inside the cabin, the atmosphere was heavy.

“Those black spots are expanding faster than expected.” Alice pulled up the real-time data. “At this rate, they will cover the entire Tree of Origin within seventy-two hours.”

Trunks clenched his fist: "We have to be faster!"

After a period of travel, the spaceship finally arrived at its destination. When everyone saw the actual condition of the Tree of Origin, they couldn't help but gasp in shock.

The scene before them was even worse than what had been shown in the hologram. Black spots had covered most of the tree trunk, constantly emanating an unsettling black mist. The light of the Tree of Origin had dimmed, and some branches had even begun to wither.

"Oh my god..." Number 18 showed a rare look of shock. "This is much more serious than I thought."

Anise's expression was grave: "Ordinary attacks are ineffective against these residual energies; only Origin Energy can purify them."

Lin Ye nodded and activated his Origin form without hesitation: "Leave it to me. Vegeta, everyone, keep watch on our surroundings and prevent any accidents."

Enveloped in golden flames, Lin Ye flew towards the Tree of Origin, releasing pure Origin Energy from his hands. When the golden light touched the black spots, it emitted a piercing "sizzling" sound, and the black spots gradually dissipated.

"It works!" Gohan exclaimed excitedly.

But soon, everyone realized that things weren't so simple. Every time Lin Ye purified one black spot, the black spots in other places would expand rapidly, as if they were consciously resisting.

"This won't work!" Anise exclaimed. "The residual energy is adapting! Single-point purification is too inefficient!"

Lin Ye gritted his teeth and spread the Origin Energy, covering multiple areas simultaneously. But this was an enormous burden for him, and beads of sweat kept sliding down his forehead.

“Dad, let’s go help!” Trunks said.

Vegeta nodded: "Although our energy cannot be purified, it can temporarily suppress the expansion of the black spots."

Everyone took action, sending energy waves of various colors toward the Tree of Origin, temporarily halting the spread of the black spots and buying Lin Ye time.

Time ticked by, and Lin Ye was utterly exhausted, yet he persisted in releasing the Origin Energy. Finally, after several hours of effort, the last black spot was completely purified.

The Tree of Origin has regained its dazzling golden light, brighter than ever before.

"It's a success..." Lin Ye smiled weakly as he slowly descended from the sky.

Just then, the Tree of Origin suddenly erupted with unprecedented light, and a massive golden pillar of light shot into the sky, piercing through the universe. Within the pillar of light, a blurry yet solemn figure slowly emerged.

"Thank you, brave warriors." The ancient and gentle voice entered directly into everyone's mind. "The threat of the source of chaos has been completely eliminated, and the balance of the twelve universes has been preserved."

Everyone bowed their heads respectfully, and even Vegeta showed a rare expression of respect.

“But you must remember,” the consciousness of the Tree of Origin continued, “peace comes at a price and requires protection. Threats will always exist in the universe, and only by constantly growing stronger can we protect everything we cherish.”

Lin Ye solemnly replied, "We understand. We will continue to grow stronger and protect this peace."

The light and shadow nodded and slowly dissipated, the golden pillar of light disappearing as well. The Tree of Origin returned to its former tranquility and glory.

During the journey back to Earth, everyone remained silent, each pondering the words of the Tree of Origin.

As the spaceship passed through the atmosphere and saw the blue Earth, Trunks suddenly spoke up: "Although the process was difficult, it was all worth it to protect this peace."

Vegeta, unusually, did not refute, but simply gave a soft "humph".

Standing by the porthole, Lin Ye gazed at the approaching Earth and secretly vowed that no matter what difficulties he encountered in the future, he would continue to grow stronger to protect this universe and these important partners.

The spaceship gently landed on Capsule Corporation's helipad. The hatch opened, and everyone disembarked, breathing in the fresh Earth air. In the distance, the city lights shone brightly, and people went about their lives as usual, completely unaware of the cosmic crisis that had just occurred.

"This is the world we've been protecting," Gohan said with a smile.

Number 18 nodded slightly: "It's worth fighting for."

Bulma greeted her: "Welcome home! The victory celebration is still on, shall we continue?"

The group exchanged smiles, and the atmosphere finally lightened. But everyone knew in their hearts that peace wouldn't last forever. New challenges might be just around the corner.

But at this moment, they choose to enjoy this rare tranquility. Because this is the meaning of the soldiers' struggle: to allow ordinary people to live carefree lives, and to let smiles remain on this land forever.

The stars in the night sky twinkle silently, as if telling an eternal story about courage, friendship, and protection.

Chapter 461 The Time and Space Administration's Surprise Attack

Lin Ye's fist stopped just 0.01 centimeters from the back of the mirror image Lin Ye's neck. Time seemed to freeze at that moment; he clearly saw the data flowing in the other's mechanical eyes suddenly stop, like an old videotape pausing.

“You are indeed… more interesting than I imagined.” The mirrored image’s voice became intermittent, and its body began to flicker like a holographic projection with a poor signal. “But you think… this is the end?”