Chapter 10
Axel had a nervous feeling in his gut as he stood a few feet from Lilma. The golden aura around her continued to blaze as the ground below her continued to crumble. He then turned towards Kain's unconscious body. Axel's hand went up as he signaled Gohei to come. He quickly flew over.
Gohei: Yeah?
Axel: Could you please move Kain out of the way. I don't want him to get hurt while I'm fighting. That is…*to Lilma*…if you don't mind ma'am.
Lilma: Fine with me. I'd rather kill him while he's conscious.
Axel: Alright. Go ahead Gohei. Take good care of him.
Gohei: Yeah, yeah. *looks at Kain* Agh! He's bleeding! He'll put blood all over my clothes! He owes me one after this! I mean…
Gohei slowly dragged Kain out of the way as he kept complaining. Axel turned back to the impossible task in front of him. He was strong, but he knew this foe was much, much stronger. Her power was nearly overwhelming him. He took a deep breath to calm himself down, then got into a fighting stance. Lilma did as well, but suddenly spoke.
Lilma: I'm curious about something.
Axel: You seem to be curious about a lot of things.
Lilma: Is that a bad thing? *smiles*
Axel: Not really. Go on. Ask away.
Lilma: Wow. How are you always so relaxed? I mean, just shooting the breeze with your enemy like this.
Axel: I suppose. Now, ask your question.
Lilma: Fine, fine. Well…I was wondering if you can transform into a Super Saiyan as well. Well? Can ya? Can ya?
Axel: I have before, but…I can't do it at will.
Lilma: Awwww! Damn. It would have made things interesting if you could. Ah well.
In the blink of an eye, she was in his face. She threw a punch into his chest, causing him to hack up some blood. She then did a spin kick and sent him flying into the wall. There was a large crash as Gohei cringed.
Gohei: Ya know, I'm really glad that Kain stopped me when he did.
Axel slowly got to his feet. Lilma suddenly appeared above him and smashed him into the ground. A very large crater was formed from the impact. She quickly followed it up with a large, purple blast. A large explosion went off in the area. Gohei quickly braced himself, as a gust of wind blew through the area. It slowly subsided after a few minutes. Gohei looked on, as Lilma stood over a large crater. No one was in it.
Gohei: *thinking* Don't tell me he's dead already?! Even Kain's dumb ass lasted longer!
He suddenly noticed Axel floating a few feet behind Lilma, who hadn't seemed to notice him yet. He began charging a red blast in his palms. A purple blast suddenly nailed him in the back, causing him to stumble forward. Lilma turned around with a grin on her face and fired another blast from her hands. Axel disappeared as it zoomed past him. He reappeared on the ground, bleeding from the back. He wiped the blood off his mouth as he slowly stood.
Axel: *thinking* How did Kain keep up with this woman? He made it look much easier that it really is. I wish Master had time to teach me the Ryugan before he died. I better think of something fast.
He quickly jumped back as Lilma slammed into the ground, creating a large hole. She shot like a bullet after him and began throwing a flurry of attacks. He was getting beat like a stuffed animal. She then finished up the beat down with a spin kick. His body went through a few plants before resting violently on the ground. His chest heaved up and down as cuts were all over his body. Lilma floated over to him while shaking her head.
Lilma: I didn't think this was possible. The human was putting up a better fight than you, a Saiyan. You're disgracing your race.
Axel: *groans* I didn't even know I was apart of it until today.
Lilma: Maybe I need to power down. I really want to enjoy myself.
Axel: T-The…way of the…Ryu Shinkei…is never to underestimate…your opponent.
Lilma: Is that so? Well…
An orange aura suddenly surrounded Axel and he shot in a flash. He started a furious flurry of punches and kicks, surprised Lilma as she was just barely blocking them. Axel jumped back, then burst towards her again. He was about to throw a punch, but he suddenly disappeared. Lilma looked around for him.
Lilma: Oh phooey! Where'd he get off too now?!
He suddenly burst from the ground below and uppercutted her in the jaw. She went flying in the air, but landed on her feet with the grace of a cat. Blood dripped from her mouth. The orange aura around Axel intensified. Lilma growled in anger. Gohei began to cheer Axel on.
Gohei: Alright! The Ryu Ken! It's on now!
Lilma: *turns to Gohei, then back to Axel* You guys just keep pulling tricks out of your asses, don't you?
Axel: Yeah…you're probably right. *thinking* My ki is being drained too fast. I won't last much longer.
Lilma: Well, I guess I'll finish this. No point trying to drag some entertainment out of you. You better prepare yourself!
Before she could do anything, a large group of soldiers burst into the room. Lilma shrieked as they surprised her, then growled in anger. Axel turned towards them, wondering how his woes could get any worse.
Lilma: You idiots! I was just about to finish them off!
Brutian Soldier: Sorry ma'am! We finally managed to track the intruders down. We didn't realize you were already handling the situation.
Lilma: Agh! It doesn't matter I guess. I'll end this now.
Axel: *suddenly* SOLAR FLARE!!!
Lilma: Solar wha…?
A extraordinary flash filled up the whole room. Lilma put her hands over her eyes the shield them from the sudden light. All the soldiers screamed in confusion. After a good minute or two, everyone's vision was slowly coming back. Lilma wiped the tears from her eyes and looked around. Axel and the others were gone.
Lilma: Holy…they're gone! How did he do that?!
Brutian Soldier: Ma'am, should we go after them?
Lilma: Tch! Why bother? They're not strong enough to beat me. Just keep a look out and stuff. They'll turn up eventually.
Brutian Soldier: Yes, ma'am! *to soldiers* You heard her! Go back to your posts. If you see the intruders then sound the alarm.
The soldiers marched out of the room. Lilma reverted back to normal and put her hands on her hips.
Lilma: Jerks! I thought I was going to be blinded forever! Well, at least that killed a bit of time. All's well that end's well they say. *looks around* Oh! My poor plants! I wasn't even paying any attention! Oh no! Just look at them all! I got to excited fighting again! Don't worry babies! I'll have you fixed up in a jiffy!
She frantically began the work of repairing her garden, almost forgetting the battles she just had not to long ago.
Axel caught his breath. He, Gohei, and the unconscious Kain were laying in the middle of a large room filled with various supplies. Gohei rubbed his aching eyes and slowly made sense of his surroundings.
Gohei: Damn it! That's the second time today I've had to experience that crap!
Axel: S-Sorry. It was the only way we could get away.
Gohei: Gah! I'll be blind at this rate! I'm starting to hate that dumb technique! *sighs* Why'd you run anyway?
Axel: There was no way that I was going to beat her. Not when I can't transform.
Gohei: Transformation? What're you talking about? Hell. What was she talking about? Us being Saiyans and all. What's a Saiyan anyway?
Axel: I'm…not sure. Any who, we better stay low for awhile.
Gohei: Kain dumb ass hasn't even woken up yet. Jeez. What a sorry mess we've gotten ourselves into this time.
Axel: Yeah. Indeed. She's on another level from Plinto. I mean, he wasn't easy but…
Gohei: How did you beat him anyway?
Axel: I think…I managed to transform into a Super Saiyan.
Gohei: Super Saiyan?! You mean when that lady went all blonde and stuff?
Axel: Yeah. If I could just transform, we might have a chance.
Gohei: Tch. Well, maybe I'll do it instead. I mean…
Kain began to awaken. He groaned before sitting up and looking around.
Kain: *holds head* Ugh…w-where am I?
Gohei: Rise and shine dumb ass!
Kain: O-ooo-oh. N-Now I remember…yeah.
Axel: We're hiding out. Good to see you up.
Kain: Judging from how you look, I take it you fought her. And lost.
Axel: Pretty much. We need to think of something. It won't be long until they find us in here.
Gohei: *sighs* You all seem to be forgetting one thing?
Axel & Kain: What?
Gohei: I'm here! Look, I'll go out there and find a safe exit. I'm the only one here who hasn't had the chance to kick ass!
Kain: That's because you can't fight at all. Kid, stay here so you don't do anything stupid. *to Axel* Maybe we could fight her together.
Axel: I'm already against hitting women. I only fought her because I had no other choice. The thought of double teaming a woman doesn't sit well with me.
Kain: Come on man! This is life or death!
Axel: I understand but…*stops, then looks around* Say…where'd Gohei go?
Kain: *looks around* H-Hey! Yeah! That little sneaker snuck off anyway!
Gohei snickered as he flew down the hallways. He needed to find an exit so the three could get out. After a few moments he sensed something, but couldn't quite make it out, so he stopped. He looked down as a dome suddenly came from the ground and surrounded him.
Gohei: What the…!
He began banging on the glass in a vain attempt to get free. Out of no where, dozens of soldiers surrounded him and pointed their arm cannons his way. A bead of sweat went down his head. Someone them stepped through the crowd. It was a Namekian. The green skinned people will pink muscles and two green antenna coming from their heads. It was also said that they had a miraculous healing ability. This particular one had a scouter with a green lens. His armor was slightly modified, lacking the shoulder pads of the others. He looked Gohei up and down inside the dome.
???: I thought I was dealing with a real threat, but it's just some kid.
Gohei: Let me outta here you green bastard!
???: Not gonna happen. That stupid Saiyan Lilma let you get away, but I'm not so stupid. Now, where are you're other friends? Answer me or I assure you the consequences will be severe.
Gohei: Tch. Bite me.
???: Dumb brat. I warned you.
Electricity suddenly went through the dome and Gohei screamed in pain as the entire hallway flashed. The current stopped after a few moments. Gohei laid on the ground smoking. The Namekian spoke again.
???: Now, where are your friends? Or do you enjoy being electrocuted?
Gohei: *not conscious*
???: Damn! The voltage was too high. *to the soldiers* Take him away! But make sure he stay's alive so I can interrogate him later.
The dome around Gohei fell and the soldiers quickly gathered him up. The Namekian looked behind himself as the soldiers carried Gohei off. He thought he has seen something. When he figured he was only seeing things, he walked off. Kain and Axel appeared from around the corner.
Kain: Great. Didn't I say that would happen?
Axel: Gohei…why couldn't you just sit still?
Kain: 'Cause he's a kid. They're supposed to be a pain in the ass.
Axel: That Namekian must have been one of the other large powers I was sensing.
Kain: Yeah. This is a wide spread organization they've got going here. Well, the kid ain't gonna save himself. Come on!
Axel: After you sir!
The two quickly ran down the hall after Gohei.
END