Too Much Alike
Disclaimer: I do not own DBZ or any of the characters.
Chapter 7
16 and 17 were walking a path down the road opposite of where the battle had taken place, when suddenly their beautiful partner dropped down to join them.
"Well well, look who decided to join us 16. So, did you have enough fun?" 17 asked with a smile taking place.
"Shut up. It's not like he put up a good fight, though the idiot managed to tare my clothes up pretty good." 18 dryly stated.
"Ha ha , oh come on 18. It looked to me as if there was a little more than fighting going on in that scuffle." 17 said, all while trying to suppress his laughter.
"As if." 18 said as she rolled her eyes. "If anything, I was just trying to embarrass him. The moron is too full of himself. He got what he deserved." she finished.
"Yeah, you're right on that part. Next time I'll give him the honors. I just won't go as easy on him as you did." claimed 17 in a more serious tone.
"Whatever. I need to need to get some new clothes before we search for Goku. This isn't cutting it."
"You and your girly problems. Well I guess I don't see the problem with it. What about you 16?" 17 asked.
"Our destination does not have a time limit. Just so long as we get there." informed the giant.
"Alright then, I believe we are good to go. Now then, let's find that transportation." 17 announced with a wicked grin and hands on hips.
"Ugh. So childish." said the blonde beauty.
The three of them would soon find their transportation, before getting into a little mischief along the way. With 18 now acquiring some new apparel, nothing was standing in their way of reaching the sick saiyan.
Meanwhile, Krillen was handing out senzu beans to the fallen warriors. Vegeta needed two, as a result from all the damage he took. When Trunks, Tien, and Piccolo regained consciousness, they picked themselves up, surprised to learn they were still alive. Vegeta just sat there looking down, with his arms hanging over his knees. Seeing him so defeated, the others did not bother him.
"Um, sorry for not helping you guys out, it was just... I well-" Krillen tried spitting out before being cut off.
"Don't worry about it. No offense, but if super saiyans couldn't do anything against them, then you wouldn't have done any better." the namekian stated, wiping the dirt off of him.
"Yeah don't worry about it man." Tien said, trying to cheer him up.
"We were so useless! Being disposed like that." Trunks shouted.
At this point Vegeta stood, though his gaze never left the ground. This gained the attention of the other warriors, curiously watching on to see what his next move would be. After a few moments, the prince lifted his head to the sky, with a scowl plastered on his face. Clinching his fists tightly and raising his ki, he shot off into the distance in a blurring speed. He had heard enough of their pointless bickering. Vegeta knew what had happened. He didn't need to hear them relive the story.
"Wait! Don-" Trunks yelled before being interrupted.
"Let him go Trunks. He needs some time to be alone. He put everything into becoming a super saiyan, and he finally gets to use it, he is shut down,... by a female at that. His pride took a big hit." Piccolo said before crossing his arms.
"I- I guess I can see your point." Trunks dropped his head after looking in the direction his father took off in.
"It's hard to believe your the son of Vegeta and Bulma kid. I don't know where the maturity comes from." said the bald monk.
"T-thanks I guess." Trunks whispered with a blush.
"Arrrggghhhh! Enough of this! The androids are out there somewhere looking for Goku and doing who knows what else, while I 'm just lollygagging around with you idiots." raged the namekian.
"Whoa, calm down big guy. We're in this together remember?" asked Tien.
"Ha! Who said so? Once these androids are disposed of, I'm going back to my goal of taking over this planet. Now stay out of my way!" and with that said, Piccolo took off in the same fashion Vegeta did.
The three remaining looked on in confusion and shock. Krillen had a feeling it was all for show. He explained that Piccolo might be trying to act tough, because he is going to ask Kami for a favor, knowing how much he hates him. Out of options, it was understandable to ask Kami to join bodies with him again.
"Well, I hope you're right. We'll take any help we can get." Tien announced.
"I wonder what plans my father has now?" Trunks asked.
"Well I'd say your dad is just like Piccolo. His pride won't let him forget the outcome that just took place here. That will only make him stronger, and I'm willing to bet he can't wait to have another shot at that android." Tien stated.
"Hm, thanks Tien. I hope you're right." Trunks replied with a smile.
"Hey guys, hate to interrupt , but I think we should go check up on Goku. It would be a good idea to transfer him somewhere else." suggested Krillen.
The other two agreed and with that, they took to the skies. Most of the flight was silent, with a few ideas thrown about concerning the androids, but there was something bothering the bald monk. His mind went back to when everyone was down and vulnerable. Why hadn't the androids just finish the job? Why would they just leave like that? Could it be that they aren't truly evil? He knew they were still after Goku, but these androids didn't come off as cold and ruthless as described before.
"Hey, something's been bugging me." Krillen spoke aloud.
"Hm? What's up?" asked the lavender haired boy.
"Well I've been thinking. Those androids had several chances to kill us, and yet they chose not to. Do you think they're not as evil as we once thought?" Krillen asked.
"No, don't let them fool you. I agree, they don't come off as bad as the ones in my world, but you can never turn your back on them. This could just all be a game to those monsters." Trunks informed.
"I'm not sure about that." Krillen whispered to himself, soft enough for no one to hear.
The trio of fighters would soon reach the Son's house, informing Gohan and Chi Chi of the dangers that lie ahead for Goku. Yamcha had agreed to take Bulma and baby Trunks back to Capsule Corp., though Yajirobi stayed behind to fill his hunger. Krillen offered the Kame house to shelter Goku, thinking it would be a safe place for the saiyan to be kept. With the others agreeing, they boarded a jet courtesy of Trunks. It had been several minutes in flight until Krillen thought it would be a good idea to inform Bulma and Yamcha of the unfolding events.
"Hello? This is Bulma speaking." the scientist answered.
"Hey Bulma, this is Krillen. I just thought I'd let you know that we are taking Goku over to the Kame house. It seems that he is the android's main focus right now. We thought that would be the best place to keep him." Krillen explained.
"Krillen!? It's about time someone informed me. So is everyone okay? Those androids didn't kill anybody did they? How about Trunks? He's okay right?"
"Whoa calm down Bulma. Everyone is just fine, and as for Trunks, he's right here beside me." Krillen answered.
"Oh good. I have a ton of questions. Can I speak with him?"
"Sure thing. You're on speaker so go ahead."
"Oh, never mind. It's kinda personal. I'll just talk to him later... Hm?..." Bulma stopped all of the sudden.
"What's up Bulma? You kind of just sto-"
"You guys won't believe this, but I just received a scan of a machine with a Capsule Corp. logo on it. It looks almost identical to the time machine you arrived in three years ago Trunks." revealed the scientist.
"That's impossible. I have mine with me. How can that be?" Trunks questioned.
"Trust me kid. I'm looking at it right now, other than it being a bit weathered, it's fits the same look." Bulma informed.
"Could you tell me the location of it? Krillen, could you take the wheel, I'm going to go check it out." Trunks ordered nicely. Krillen nodded and done just that.
"Sure, but I'm coming too. I still want to talk with you, if you don't mind." Bulma pleaded.
"Um yeah sure." Trunks said, a little embarrassed.
"I'll come too." Gohan piped.
"No Gohan, you stay here. Your father needs you, so make sure you watch over him. I'll be just fine. Besides, I think my mother wants me to come alone." Trunks commanded.
"Don't forget, you still have to finish your studies." Chi Chi added.
"Aw man. I understand." Gohan said in defeat.
Trunks took off to meet up with his mother, to identify the machine that resembled his own. Meanwhile, in the far distance, an angry and defeated man stood upon a mountainous point. His gaze was focused towards the clouds. Just then, the heavens opened up, and began to cry, unleashing it's downpour upon his face. The sky began to crackle with thunder, as lightning cracked the ceiling. It was as if the atmosphere was feeding off his mood. So many emotions were going through the saiyan, and yet at the same time there was nothingness. The prince felt horrible, yet so empty.
"Is this true? Were the legends false? Is biology surpassed by mere technology?" He clenched his fists and looked back to the sky. "Kakarot. You... you would not have failed, where I have. Arrgghh!" Vegeta roared. "Why!? Why is it that I have sacrificed everything for this power, only to have it thrown back in my face? Kakarot would have been more useful back there, and yet he is not even a true saiyan!... No! I will not have it! I will destroy that robot, not Kakarot. She's mine! I will no longer stand in second place of that clown!" proclaimed the prince of all saiyans. "Arrrggggghhhhhhhhh! Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!" he bellowed. The point at which he was standing atop crumbled to the ground. The more he let go, the stronger he got. The clouds opened up just above him, and the rays of the sun beamed upon him. His muscles started to expand and the electricity danced around him.
Meanwhile the group of androids were enjoying a nice and quiet ride through the woods, getting closer to Goku's house, when suddenly a strong gust of wind almost threw their van for a loop.
"What the hell was that? I can't trust your driving 17." 18 claimed.
"Calm down. It looks like a strong storm is coming in, that's all. My driving is fine." 17 stated.
"Whatever." 18 deadpanned.
Just then 16 had jumped up in confusion.
"Hm? Is something wrong 16." asked 18, curiosity getting the best of her.
16 then turned his attention to the rear windshield. "No. The one you fought earlier called Vegeta, is raising his power. At the rate it's climbing, it will soon surpass us all." 16 informed.
The twins looked at each other, mirroring the others shocked expression. That would soon fade and turn into laugher.
"Ha ha. Yeah right 16. Vegeta? That's a good one." 18 laughed.
"Yeah man. Vegeta? Wasn't he just dismantled by 18 a little while ago? There is no way he could touch her, let alone me. I am the strongest there is. Who knew you were such a kidder." 17 stated with a smirk.
18 looked from the raven haired young man, to the gentle giant with an assuring smile. 16 just kept looking in the same direction as before. This scared 18 a little. What if it were true? What if Vegeta really was getting stronger? He would surely come for revenge. 18 wasn't the type to worry or cower in fear, mainly because of the fact that she was damn near invincible. This was getting to her a little though. She had finally gained her freedom back, and she could finally enjoy life a little. Well, that is what her intentions were. It was as if she had started a new life, and she did not want it to end. 18 had a bad feeling in the pit of her stomach, as anxiety was growing. 'Maybe I shouldn't have spared him.' she thought.
There was nothing but rubble from the sheer power that radiated from the sayain. He held the power for as long as he could, before dropping out of it and falling to the ground on his hands and knees. Sweat dripping from his nose, arms and legs shaking from the strain, panting profusely, all felt good to him. He had some type of power in him, if he could just reach it. "Hahaha! I knew there was more! I-I just have to get there. It seems being a super saiyan has more to it than I thought. Maybe it wasn't enough." Vegeta stated before regaining his composure, "but that's not to say that it ends here."
Trunks had been flying around for several minutes, trying to find the time machine his mother told him about. He wasn't quite sure where the machine was, so he tried to sense his mother and wait for her. 'This is weird. I wonder how mom will react, now that she knows who I am... Ah speak of the devil.' he thought, as he just located his mothers ki, as she landed a few miles away. With that, Trunks took off to confront her. Bulma had already located the machine and was ready to investigate it until she was caught off guard by a blur in the sky. It was Trunks! She suddenly felt a bit awkward, but that faded away as soon as he landed. He might be the son of her and Vegeta in a different time line, but he was still her son. She could see herself within his image.
"M-mom." Trunks mumbled.
"Trunks." Bulma acknowledged him with a small.
:Thanks for the reviews guys, it means a lot to me. Sorry, this was a bit dull. Still going over things that we all know already, but things will change. Anyways, apparently 17 and 18 names have been revealed. Now I don't have to worry about that part when it comes up. Not too much for this chapter, but we get a little Bulma and Trunks convo. next chapter.
