In "The Karate Kid Part III," Daniel LaRusso faces new challenges as he tries to defend his karate title. After the events of the previous films, he is approached by Terry Silver, a wealthy businessman and former friend of John Kreese, who seeks revenge against Daniel and Mr. Miyagi. Terry manipulates Daniel into training with him, leading to a conflict between the two. As Daniel struggles with his morals and the pressure to win, he learns valuable lessons about honor and friendship, ultimately finding strength in his bond with Mr. Miyagi to overcome the obstacles he faces.