Chapter VII

As Peppa drew closer to Earth, Jack and Viola were waiting in an open field, far from civilization. Jack, remaining human, thought about how much more powerful this new opponent could be. She showed signs of true strength, but something weighed heavy on her mind and heart. Jack sensed pain, anger, and regret. What could have happened in Peppa's life that caused her the pain that had been dormant in her heart? Whatever the reason, it wouldn't stop Jack.

Viola, on the other hand, was glad to have Jack back with her. She had survived for four years without her lover. In that time, she was approached by multiple other men and, on rare occasions, women. Viola simply turned them down, telling them that she was waiting on the return of her one true love. At first, her suitors laughed a bit. But, Viola let them know that she was serious. All she did was glare and the hint was obvious that she wanted no other.

Peppa was wondering about how her battle with her two opponents would turn out. She could beat Jack, but lose to the girl, and vice versa. Or she could beat them both, or lose entirely. No matter the what outcome could be, her Saiyan blood was boiling with anticipation. She had a source of strength that she could resort to; the loss of Bardock and Gine. When Peppa heard about her home planet's destruction, she snapped and went on a rampage for almost three months. Vegeta, Nappa, and Raditz did everything they could to calm her, but it took Vegeta's surprisingly calm and caring side to do the trick.

The three Saiyans closed in on Earth and everyone was ready for battle. They began to meet up around Piccolo and Gohan, except for Jack and Viola. They were in another area that was far from any life at all. It was a barren landscape that seemed like a volcano had erupted there and life had yet to grow back. For Jack, it was the perfect place for him to go all out at full power, whereas Viola saw a few formations for sneak attacks.

Viola and Jack looked at each other and nodded. Viola zipped off to a well hidden spot and waited for her moment to attack. Jack transformed to his Frost Demon form and awaited Peppa's arrival. He wondered if he could convince the Saiyan to stand down and not fight. There was a slight chance he could.

As Nappa and Vegeta landed in East City, Peppa veered off to find Jack and his partner. She wanted them to herself. Her blood was boiling and she was ready to fight. All she could think about was Jack and his partner, about how much stronger she may become if she happens to lose and is spared. Peppa looked like she had gone mad, but in truth, she was happy. For the first time since she lost Bardock and Gine, she felt alive. She was ready to let go and go all out in her fight.

Jack stood valiantly as he caught onto Peppa's energy. At this point, he didn't know fear, didn't have surrender in his vocabulary. At this point, he was ready to taste blood, be it his own, or the Saiyan's. Jack was amazed at Peppa's speed. She was moving faster than Frieza ever could. But Jack was confident he could beat the female Saiyan without having to transform. Little did he know, Peppa had a side to her that she had managed to keep a secret. The last thing she wanted was to lose control.

Vegeta had thought that Peppa was the Legendary Super Saiyan at one point, but quickly realized that she was something else. Her speed and strength was unparalleled and she seemed unstoppable. But, Vegeta managed to calm her down somehow. Peppa, who had an ironclad will and never shed a tear since losing Bardock and Gine, fell into Vegeta's arms, crying from the shock. Vegeta held his comrade, not saying anything because he didn't know what to say or do. But, that didn't matter to Peppa. All she wanted was to have someone hold her, no matter who it was. Vegeta was doing all he could and it was more than enough for Peppa. The storm inside of her heart and mind was settling and she began to feel more in control of herself.

"Is she going to be alright, Vegeta"? Nappa asked.

"Of course she is, you dolt!" Vegeta shot back. "She's the strongest of us both."

"Vegeta-san…" Peppa said weakly. "You're throwing your pride away for my well-being"?

"Of course I am," Vegeta replied softly. Peppa looked deep into the eyes of the Saiyan Prince and found herself falling in love. But something told her it would not last.

Peppa shook her head, wishing she didn't remember almost falling completely in love with Vegeta. Sure, he cared about her, but he was too arrogant at times. All Peppa could think was, "Like father, like son." She was too free-spirited for Vegeta. Her blood was constantly boiling in anticipation for a great battle. She, unlike the other Saiyans, had no need to transform into the Oozaru, or Great Ape, because she was already so powerful in her base form. This being her case, she made a special visor that not only could read power levels and the source of the power, it also blocked out the Blutz Waves that came from full moons or simulated full moons. Bardock decided to help his adopted daughter and to talk to King Vegeta about making simulated moons. Peppa smiled thinking about those days and this was a day that she would never forget for as long as she lived.

Suddenly, she locked onto Jack's power. He was close by and ready for battle. As she landed her pod, Jack powered up to his Final Form while Viola stayed hidden. Peppa stepped out of her pod and approached Jack.

"You resemble one of Frieza's people", Peppa said calmly.

"I am", Jack began, "but I'm not. I'm something more." Peppa chuckled softly, claiming that her opponent was bluffing. Jack began to laugh harder than ever before.

"My power is greater than Frieza, Cooler and King Cold combined", Jack said calmly. "You have no chance of beating me at my current state."

"Be that as it may", Peppa began, "but I have a power unknown to this world." This caught Jack's interest. He was intrigued and amused.

"A power unknown to this world", Jack thought. He smiled and closed his eyes, thinking about the last time he heard that line. But this wasn't the time to reminisce. The battle for Earth's survival was drawing nearer. Two battles for the sake of the planet were at hand; the Z Fighters versus Nappa and Vegeta and Jack and Viola versus Peppa. Goku was still in Otherworld running on Snake Way, trying to get back to Earth after finishing his training with Kaio-sama. He didn't have much time as the battle between the Z Fighters and Nappa broke out. But, he sensed the other battle had yet to begin.

Jack showed off his power and the shockwave pushed Peppa back a couple of yards and almost knocked her down. She was impressed by this display of power and followed suit. This time, Jack almost got knocked down, but he didn't move as far. Then, they began their battle. Peppa advanced first with a fistful of Ki, but missed Jack entirely. She continued to attack him, but missed each Ki-enhanced attack. Jack wasn't losing any stamina whereas Peppa was slowly losing hers.

"Why can't I hit him"? Peppa thought as she continued her assault. "I should have hit him by now. What the hell is…" She figured it out. By using her Ki to strengthen her attacks, it was draining her energy. She backed off and tried to think of a strategy, but had little time. Jack began his own assault and landed each attack. Peppa wasn't fast enough and found herself flying through the air to another attacker. Out of the shadows of the mountains, Viola struck the Saiyan with all her might and almost broke Peppa's back. Screaming in agony, Peppa countered with a small yet powerful Ki blast that hurt Viola, but not enough to keep her down. Viola took her turn and assaulted Peppa without mercy. Jack watched from below and was shocked by how much stronger his lover had become. She was just as strong as Frieza, if not stronger.

"Hey! Who am I speaking to"? a voice called from seemingly out of nowhere.

"I'm Jack Frost", he replied.

"That girl has some strength, doesn't she"?

"That's my Viola." Jack was confident that she could finish off Peppa. But, something stirred in his mind. "Who are you"?

"I am the Supreme Kai of the East, Shin. But, if you wish, you can simply call me Supreme Kai."

Jack didn't know what to think. He was practically contacted by a god who willing gave his name. Flustered, Jack had to know why him.

"No offense, Supreme Kai, but why did you contact me"?

"My assistant and personal bodyguard, Kibito, sensed a large power coming from your planet. Don't tell him I said this, but he got real envious when he sensed it." Jack and Shin laughed for a moment, but was interrupted when Peppa had began to over power Viola. Jack looked up and saw that his true love was in trouble. He flew to assist her, but was halted by Vegeta's Galic Gun.

"You might not be Kakarot", Vegeta began, "but I have a larger hatred toward Frieza's kind!"

Jack began laughing. "Prince Vegeta… Frieza's told me a great deal of information about you. You really are an arrogant fool." Jack began charging a Kamehameha Wave and aimed it at Vegeta. In turn, he charged his Galic Gun. They cared about no one and nothing except for defeating each other.

As the two metaphorical titans prepared to fire their Ki waves, Nappa's body hit Vegeta, causing premature launch that barely missed Peppa, who was already on the verge of snapping.

"WHAT THE HELL, VEGETA!?" Peppa shouted. "WATCH WHERE YOU FIRE THAT THING!"

Vegeta pushed Nappa's limp, lifeless body off of him. "DON'T BLAME ME FOR THAT!" Vegeta looked around and saw Jack beginning to power up. "What the hell is he"? Vegeta thought. Jack obviously wasn't at his limit and was only holding back.

"ARGH!" Jack shouted, unveiling a brand new form. He had skipped over his other two forms, that everyone had yet to see, and transformed to his Platinum form. Things weren't looking good for Vegeta. He knew he could die, but he would die with dignity. Just as Jack charged another Kamehameha Wave, Son Goku appeared in front of the Frost Demon and told him to deal with the other Saiyan. Jack powered down and headed right for Peppa as the Earth-raised Saiyan and the Saiyan Prince began to lock horns in a no-barred battle for Earth.