Part 1: The Weight of a New World**
**[Capsule Corporation – Gravity Chamber]**
The oppressive force of **50x gravity** crushed down like an invisible mountain. Kairo's muscles screamed, his draconic blood boiling as he struggled to remain standing. Sweat poured down his olive skin, his golden slit pupils narrowing in focus.
*"Is this… what it means to train like a Saiyan?"*
Vegeta stood before him, arms crossed, a smirk playing on his lips. **"Pathetic. A true warrior doesn't buckle under mere gravity."**
Goku, ever the optimist, grinned. **"Don't worry! You'll get used to it!"**
Kairo gritted his teeth. *Used to it?* His body was still adjusting to this new form—half-dragon, half-human, a freak of nature. But he had no choice.
**"Again,"** he growled, forcing himself into a fighting stance.
Vegeta's fist met his gut before he could blink.
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### **Part 2: The First Spark of Power**
Pain exploded through Kairo's abdomen, sending him skidding across the chamber floor. His regeneration kicked in immediately, but the ache remained.
*"Damn it…!"*
Goku appeared beside him in an instant. **"Hey, you gotta focus your energy! Don't just take hits—feel them!"**
Kairo's claws dug into the floor. *Feel them?* He had felt enough pain in his past life. Betrayal. Death. And now, this.
**"I don't need your pity,"** he snarled.
Vegeta chuckled. **"Good. Anger makes you stronger."**
Then, without warning, Vegeta's fist **glowed blue**.
**"Galick Gun—miniature version!"**
The blast struck Kairo head-on, engulfing him in searing energy.
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### **Part 3: Awakening the Dragon's Rage**
The world turned white.
Kairo's body convulsed as the attack tore through him, his regeneration struggling to keep up. But beneath the pain—something **stirred**.
*"I won't… die here!"*
A **golden aura** erupted around him, his hair flickering between black and gold. His **horns elongated**, his muscles bulged, and for the first time—**wings of pure energy** burst from his back.
Goku's eyes widened. **"Whoa! He's transforming!"**
Vegeta's smirk faded. **"Tch. Not bad, lizard."**
Kairo roared, the sound carrying an ancient, draconic fury.
**"Dragon… Ascendant!"**
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### **Part 4: The Limits of a Half-Form**
The power was intoxicating.
Kairo lunged at Vegeta, his speed multiplied tenfold. His claws raked against the Saiyan Prince's armor, leaving deep gashes.
Vegeta blocked the next strike, grinning. **"Finally, a challenge!"**
But as quickly as the power came, it **flickered out**. Kairo's wings dissipated, his body collapsing to one knee.
*"What… happened?"*
Bulma's voice crackled over the intercom. **"His energy levels spiked, but his body couldn't sustain it! He's not a Saiyan—his biology is different!"**
Goku helped him up. **"Hey, that was awesome for a first try!"**
Kairo panted, frustration burning in his chest. *"I need to be stronger."*
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### **Part 5: A New Resolve**
**[Later – Capsule Corp Rooftop]**
The night air was cool against Kairo's skin. His body still ached from the training, but his mind was clear.
*"I have a second chance. I won't waste it."*
A soft voice interrupted his thoughts.
**"You're not like the others, are you?"**
He turned. **Bulla**, now grown up, leaned against the railing, her teal eyes studying him.
Kairo tensed. **"What do you want?"**
She smirked. **"Relax. I'm just curious. Dad doesn't train just anyone."**
A moment of silence. Then—
**"You're afraid of being betrayed again."**
Kairo's claws tightened. **"Stay out of my head."**
Bulla laughed. **"I don't need to read minds to see that."**
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### **Part 6: The Shadow Approaches**
**[Unknown Location – Deep Space]**
A figure cloaked in darkness observed a hologram—**Kairo's transformation**.
**"So, the last of the Astral Dragons lives… as a half-breed."**
A blade hummed to life.
**"I'll finish what was started."**
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To Be Continued