TRAINING
Planet Freeza 01,
Day 01,
Mid-Evening,
It was hard to move, as if he was drowning in water but he could breathe easily. The wet sensation was gone now as he heard liquid splash on the ground. He opened his eyes and noticed he was wearing a mask. After taking it off he found his clothes on the desk. After dressing into a blue spandex and white armor with yellow shoulder pads, he stared at his hands. There was a new rush of power through his veins and the wounds Freeza inflicted on him were healed as well.
He narrowed his eyes as he thought of Freeza. The tyrant was just as cruel as Raditz described him. He looked up and saw a mirror. He stared in it taking in his appearance. He had two intersecting scars; one started from the end of his eye and stopped at the end of his cheek, the other cut the first one horizontally in between.
"Hey Gohan." Asked Yuuki who entered the room. Gohan faced her and nodded. "Come on, the others are already training." She said and dashed towards the door with Gohan following her. As they reached the training grounds, Raditz was kicked by Vegeta hurled at them. Both jumped and Yuuki attacked Vegeta. She cocked back her fist and tried to hook him but the faster Sayain caught her hand with relative ease.
"Too slow."
The male Sayain kicked Yuuki into boulder and locked eyes with Gohan. The Child backed away but fell into a stance. Vegeta vanished from his position only to reappear in front of him and blast his face at point blank range. It sends Gohan hurling back.
Gohan crashes into a mountain and falls to the ground. "Ouch that really hurt." He muttered and took off at Vegeta. On his way, Nappa attacked him. They started exchanging punches and kicks but the large Sayain had quickly taken the upper hand. He punches the child on the jaw and proceeds to pound him in the ground. After a short while he jumped back and fired a beam from his hand. Gohan saw the attack and jumped from his previous position. The blast hit the ground and smoke along with dust began to rise.
Gohan stayed in the smoke to recover a bit. 'Man, these guys are really strong.' He thought. 'Wait, why hasn't he attacked again? Maybe he doesn't…yes of course, they rely on their scouters. They can't sense energy; I can get a sneak attack in.'
Gohan knew exactly where Nappa was, his ki shined like a full moon in midnight. He crouched down and kicked his legs as hard as he could, giving him the acceleration and velocity to catch the full blood off guard. Gohan clenched his fist and struck him with his hardest punch on his already broken nose.
Taking the advantage, Gohan started punching Nappa with everything he had. Nappa being in agony couldn't defend against Gohan's blows.
Turles and Raditz were fighting but it looked a lot like Turles beating the crap out of his partner. Yuuki and Hanasia were fighting Vegeta, matching him blow for blow. A shockwave made them look down.
Nappa was powering up along with Gohan. Nappa was charging his Bomber DX while Gohan had his hands on either side. Two balls of energy formed in his hands, he bought them together in front of his face with palms facing forward. "HELL FIRE!" A red flame of ki released itself in the form of a blast from Gohan's hand and met Nappa's Bomber DX. The beams were at a stale mate; not over powering each other. The ki waves started grow from the center as they started to scream and pulse more power in to their attacks.
While Gohan was strong Nappa was still stronger. The elder Sayain started laughing like a mad man. "You can try all you want but you won't beat me." His beam started to overtake Gohan's and soon reached the half Sayain's palms. The ground started to break making Gohan stagger back while also holding the beam. He started to power up, flaring his aura his red blast still hanging only barely. With a scream he pushed Nappa's beam back a little.
"No way." Hanasia whispered. "He's still in the game."
Raditz raised his finger to his scouter and pressed a button. "2600." He said. Vegeta snapped his head towards him and held his gaze. Hell, give him a few years and he'll surpass the likes of King Vegeta. 'This is absurd. No Sayain in history was said to progress this fast. Could it be because of his human blood?' Vegeta shook his head and focused his attention to the fight.
The beam struggle had again turned to Nappa's favor. 'Dang, what does it take to beat this guy?' The Half Sayain thought. 'He's invincible.' Gohan was getting tired, his attack again started to diminish as Nappa's Bomber DX came closer and closer, he soon found himself in agony as the blast finally hit him. He screamed when the attack burned his skin and crashed him into a mountain range. The blast exploded on impact with the mountains dealing more damage to the demi Sayain.
Debris flew out of the explosion and the Sayain warriors had to shield themselves with their arms. As the dust cleared Nappa was seen panting from the release of his energy. He had to use his full power to win the fight against a little brat. This was a major blow to his pride. The large Sayain looked towards the crater that had formed because of the blast. He took to the air in hopes to find the half Sayain. As he searched the area, something caught his eye; a body. He descended to the ground and examined the battered form of Gohan. He was conscious and a smirk found its way on Gohan's face. Even in immense pain he stirred and started to move, somehow getting to his feet. He glared at the large Sayain. "I-Is that…all…y-you've got." He jumped forward with a cocked fist only to collapse face first and lose consciousness.
Flashback
Grunts were heard from the chamber. A teenage Nappa was walking through the halls of a palace and stopped at a room. The door was slightly open so he peeked inside.
A little Bardock was sparring with King Vegeta II. The king was laying it heavy on the scarred Sayain. Speaking of which, Bardock was covered in bruises and scrapes. "I've had enough." The child screamed and got some distance between his ruler and him. He put his right hand to his side, a blue sphere of energy formed in his palm. He starts to power up, his aura flared as he gave a battle cry.
"Try to stop this, RIOT JAVELIN."
With that, the blue ki wave launched as he thrust his palm forward. It kept going until the target was reached. King Vegeta stopped the blast with his hands and kept it steady.
"You have improved child, but not enough." The King said before he released a blast of his own. His beam had taken over Bardock's and met the child's tiny hands.
Bardock held the attack for as long as he could but his energy was dropping rapidly. King Vegeta's Blast started to burn at his skin and he could hold no longer. He screamed in pain when the blast consumed him and everything behind. The chamber was destroyed and the blast rammed outside along with Bardock.
The explosion that had soon followed was a colossal. It was as if the whole planet was shaking, as the blast died down and the light had faded Nappa flew over to the crater in which lay Bardock. The king had soon accompanied him.
Nappa realized the King's presence bowed down immediately. "Sergeant Nappa, at your service my lord." King Vegeta waved his hand in dismissal and Nappa stood up. They found the child in the center of the crater. As they descended near his body, the child was smirking as one of his eyes opened. Even in immense pain he stirred and started to move, somehow getting to his feet. He glared at the king.
"I-Is that…all…y-you've got." He jumped forward with a cocked fist only to collapse face first and lose consciousness.
End Flashback
Nappa snapped out of his trance when he heard someone scream his name in his ear. He clutched his ears and glared at the one responsible. "What the hell is wrong with you, Turles!?" Turles shrugged his shoulders and gave an innocent look.
"You were lost in your own little world for a while and I just had to do that." He stated before a smug smirk plastered his face. "Maybe the kid knocked a few screws loose. Look at your face I can hardly recognize you."
It was true; Gohan had to use deadly combinations in order to counter Nappa's brutal strikes. Turles started to laugh when Nappa made an angered face. Vegeta hung back lost in his thoughts. He was the Prince of all Sayains, the strongest, cruelest and the ruthless warrior alive…yet here he was sweating from a filthy half breed. 'No, I cannot allow this. I will upgrade my training ten folds. No Sayain alive is to best me in strength.' He stares at the unconscious Gohan slung over Raditz's shoulder as the others walked towards the healing chambers. 'I will instill true fear in him.'
He joined the others in the healing chamber. Gohan was already put in one of the rejuvenation tanks and the rest were readying their tanks. Vegeta's eye twitched at the sight of Gohan. Back on planet Vegeta, interbreeding was the worst crime a Sayain could commit, stripping their pride and creating a half breed. This shameful act was punished by death in the most painful and gruesome way possible to both the breeder and the bred.
And here he was; training the criminal so he could someday put an end to Freeza's tyranny. Did he feel guilty? Guilty for refusing the rules of his race. Was he ashamed? Ashamed of what his ancestors would think of him. He buried these thoughts to the back of his mind. He needed to focus on his goal right now. The universe will be his for taking when they destroy the Cold Empire.
With a sigh; he walks towards a tank, pressing a few buttons, entering and putting the face mask as the familiar feeling of blue healing liquid arose. He closed his eyes as he drifted off to sleep.
Planet Earth,
Moments After Gohan Was Taken Away,
A million thoughts were crossing Goku's mind. One kick… it had taken one kick for his supposed brother to knock him out and kidnap his son. How? This was a joyous occasion for him; he hadn't seen his friends for five years. And now-now it was the worst moment of his life. His heart ached; he had failed his son, he let the person who had put all his faith into him down. God, it wasn't this hard when his grandfather died. Granted he was just a boy but that memory was still fresh in his mind as if it had happened yesterday.
Tears started falling from Goku's eyes as he stared at the crater where his son's energy was last detected. That bastard had taken his son, his flesh and blood. "Gohan." He muttered softly. "I'm sorry." He approaches the crater and crouched to pick up the four star dragon ball. He grits his teeth and clenches his fist. More tears fall down and a sob escapes. "No…this can't be happening, he took my only son."
He barely chokes these words out before sobbing uncontrollably. His resolve had finally crumbled and he could no longer hold back the river of tears which were falling.
"GOHAAAN, GIVE HIM BACK, GIVE MY SON BACK YOU BASTARD, GIVE HIM BAAAACK!"
Krillin was just staring at Goku. He had never seen him so…vulnerable. He had never witnessed him crying tears of sadness. But what did he know; he didn't have a child so the bond between father and son was not in his knowledge. 'Goku has done so much for me; he's always been there to save the day. And the least I can do is console him.'
With this thought in mind, Krillin made his way over to Goku and placed his hand over Goku's shoulder. "Let it out Goku, it's gonna be alright. We have dragon balls remember, we can wish him to us."
"That doesn't solve everything Krillin. He was only three years old; this experience will leave him mentally scarred for the rest of his life." Goku retorted with a whimper. "I should have just listened to Chichi and left him back home. It's my entire fault. I trained him as early as possible. He has a lot of potential Krillin, more than you can imagine. He surpassed me in a matter of months; Raditz no doubt saw him more valuable and took him."
Goku sighed and continued. "Gohan still has a young mind that can easily be corrupted. Raditz is smart; he will tell him twisted truths to make Gohan like himself." He looks at Krillin with the same sad expression. "They kill people and sell their planets. A blow to his head will wipe his memory clean…like me. I explained him the rights and wrong but…"
"C'mon Goku, don't worry about it. Let's go dragon ball hunting like old times." Krillin said with a smile trying to cheer his best friend. This somewhat brightened Goku's mood and he stood up. Turning around he noticed Piccolo was missing, but then again he didn't want his company anyway.
The duo walked towards the plane where Bulma and Master Roshi waited. Bulma was the first to speak. "Goku…are you alright." Concern lacing her voice. "I've been better Bulma." Goku replied. Master Roshi had a tear in his eye although it couldn't be seen due to his sunglasses. He had his head down as a sigh escaped his mouth. "We'd best get going." With that everyone entered the plane and took off.
Planet Freeza 01,
Day 01,
Night,
Innocent black eyes snapped open as the blue healing liquid splashed onto the floor. The raven haired boy approaches a desk on which some clothes were lying. After slipping into his attire, he looked around. Every Sayain was in a rejuvenation tank except for Hanasia and Yuuki.
'I wonder why.'
He walks out of the room and looks around with a confused expression. He kept walking lost in his thoughts. He had left his father and mother alone. What was he thinking? This decision has ruined his life. He should have never accepted Raditz's offer. But something in the back of his mind told him he'd still be here even after refusal. He was snapped out of his thoughts when he bumped into someone. He fell on his behind and looked up to see a…weird, fish looking purple alien.
"Hey, watch where you're going runt." The alien said harshly with a glare. "Is that a tail? Ah, you must be that new Sayain baby."
Gohan stood up to his feet. "I'm not a baby."
"Yes you are, you're what 4, 3 years old. Well that's a baby. Let's see here…2750 huh." The alien taunted. "Why don't you go back to your mommy before things get ugly?"
Gohan sensed this guy's ki and boy…his eyes widened; this ugly freak was as strong as Hanasia. "What's wrong monkey boy? Cat got your tongue." He mocked with a laugh. "Does the little monkey want a banana?"
The freaky alien walked towards him, pinning the child to the wall and bringing his face right in front of him. A malicious grin appeared on his face. "Time to teach you a lesson." He cocked back his fist as Gohan closed his eyes waiting for the blow. But he didn't feel anything till now. He opened one eye and saw the alien's fist firmly grabbed by Hanasia, he opened his other eye as well and saw Hanasia turn around with his fist in her hand and threw him over the shoulder. He crashed on the ground and gasped in pain.
"So fish-face, are you so weak you're resorting to beat up children eh?" Hanasia taunted him as he slowly got up. Her smirk grew wider as she saw the pained expression on his face.
"H-Hanasia…I-I'm not l-l-looking for trouble. I-I was just…um… uh…showing him the way out, yeah that's it." The alien stuttered and cowered under the glare Hanasia was giving him. "W-Well h-he has you now s-so I-I'll be on my way."
Hanasia looked on in amusement as the alien ran away; falling and fumbling many times. "Who was that guy?" Gohan asked Hanasia who shrugged.
"His name is Cui, that idiot thinks he's hot stuff 'cuz he has a high power level. To be honest he's just a coward." The female replied. "C'mon the others are waiting."
Gohan nodded and followed the older Sayain as they went to the same room he met everyone. Upon reaching the door, Hanasia pressed her hand against a sensor and the door opened; revealing the rest of the crew.
"You can use the cot next to Yuuki alright" Hanasia told Gohan who nodded and walked towards the cot. When he sat on it, he knew he wasn't going to sleep well tonight. These cots were really uncomfortable. "Um…excuse me but is this where we sleep?" Gohan asked Yuuki who was sitting with one of her knees to her chest and the other one straight.
"Yep" Yuuki replied.
"Oh, Okay." Gohan said and leaned against the wall, falling into the same position as Yuuki.
"Are they uncomfortable?" Yuuki asked. Gohan glanced at her. "Yes." He answered and she smiled. "Don't worry, you'll get used to it pretty soon." She said. Gohan blinked at her before sighing. "If you say so."
"Take off your armor and scouters. Makes it easier to sleep." Yuuki advised.
The lights were suddenly shut off and a voice was heard from a speaker. "Alright, everyone to their cots, the curfew has begun and anyone who is seen in the halls will be killed on sight. So if you value your existence I suggest you hit the hay."
Gohan just blinked in confusion. "What was that?"
"Freeza made this stupid rule that everyone is supposed to go to bed at this time since some idiots don't wake up on time and miss the assembly. Their brutally tortured when they do so." Yuuki answered.
"What's an assembly?" Gohan asked.
"At 5 AM, an alarm goes off. Everyone wake up and get ready as quickly as possible and report to the Assembly Ground within 10 minutes. Freeza gives a speech and then we go through really tough training." Yuuki explained. "The training lasts for 5 hours straight then were free to go to missions."
"Wait…what do you mean by missions?" Gohan asked again.
"WILL THE TWO OF YOU SHUT UP?!" Raditz asked angrily.
"Sorry." The children replied. With that they both closed laid on their cots and closed their eyes. Yuuki was fast asleep but Gohan was having trouble. His mind was filled with regret and guilt as the situation truly dawned upon him.
He left Earth.
DBZ
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