Chapter 11: Father And Son Reunion

Piccolos mouth hung open in pure shock as he watched Gohan fly high over Bardocks blast and into the air. The Namekian couldn't understand how it was possible that his student had not only learnt how to perform his father's signature technique but use it in exact way his father did many years ago. Adaptability was a trait it would appear ran in the son family. However Piccolo was no fool he knew something wasn't quite right there was no way the boy could alter the technique in such a way without prior practice and since the Namekian knew Gohan hadn't practice under his watch there was only one way he could of learned.

"I will have to chat with Gohan about what exact training he did with Roshi whatever the method it's effective" Piccolo mused aloud to himself.

Though outwardly the Namekian appeared to be his normal non emotion self on the inside he was joyous and full of pride at his students' progress. Gohan hadn't saved his own life with his cleaver manoeuvre but the life of his teacher who had been more than ready to sacrifice himself.

The Demi-Sayian pulled his arms above his head as the blue beam of energy disintegrated from his feet. A white powerful aura burst around him as a yellow ball of Ki began to glow in his palms radiating with power.

"Masenko-Ha!" Gohan roared launching his arms forward and firing the attack down on to Bardock.

Seeing the attack bearing down on him Bardock merely crossed his arms in front of himself intending to take the blast full on. Gohan's Masenko hit its target dead on causing a blinding light to simmer for a split second before smoke exploded outwards clouding the scenery from view.

The Z Fighters eyed the smoke cautiously they could all still feel the Sayians Ki within the cloud however they couldn't pin point it's exact location so all held their breath as they waited in anticipation.

Gohan turned his head from left to right trying to gain sight of his grandfather in vain. It was clear the Sayian would let his presence been known when he was ready to.

"Gohan look out behind you" Piccolo tried warned his student.

But it was too late Gohan turned around in time just to see Bardock's left boot before it delivered a powerful kick to the formers jaw. The force of the blow sent Gohan flying backwards though the air. The Demi-Sayian cried out in pain his jaw felt as though it had been smashed to pieces. Blood was spat from the boy's mouth as he desperately tried to gasp for aie.

Bardock didn't let up fazing into sight above his grandson the Sayian held his hand's above his head ready to jackhammer the latter to the ground.

Smack! Piccolo had used his ability to extend his arm in order to punch the Sayian away from Gohan from the ground. It had halved worked the Namkeian did indeed get a direct punch onto Bardock's chin.

However this proved to be unaffected the Sayian merely brushed the attack off before grabbing hold of Piccolo's wrist. Effortlessly the Namekian was lifted off the ground and was spun round multiple times before the Sayian released his grip. With a loud crunch Piccolo slammed into a mountain range cracking right to the centre before it gave way tumbling on top of the Namek and pinning him to the floor.

Normally Bardock would have commented mocking his opponent about their lack of ability and worthless strength the Sayian was silent a serious expression was etched across his face. This was just business to him now personal and he would see to it that each and every one of the remaining Z fighters would suffer.

A soft tack sound of someone landing nearby caused Gohan to look up the boy was still on his hands and knees desperately trying to recover from the blow dealt to him by Bardock. The latter of which was now standing by the side of Gohan a scowl etched across his face.

"Get up" Bardock said coldly his eyes piercing into his Grandsons.

Gohan shook with fear the killing intent radiating from Bardock was too much for the Demi-Sayian to handle it made him freeze to the stop unable to move despite how much he wanted to run away.

"I said get up!"

As if to make his point clearer Bardock lashed out sending a powerful kick to Gohan's rips sending him up into the air slightly before crashing down a couple of yards away from his original spot.

The Demi-Sayian was clutching his stomach whivering in pain before throwing up a sizable amount of blood. The boy had never felt this much pain in his life despite the ruthless beatings he had received from Piccolo but this was different Gohan was mature enough to know that this time if he gave up and lost the battle the punishment wasn't going to be a little kicking and no dinner for that night. No if he lost this battle and gave up now the punishment would be worse much worse Death.

Bardock looked at his grandson and was pleased to see his ribs were broken probably piercing the boy's lungs by the amount of blood he was throwing up. The Sayian walked forward slowly despite his eagerness to subject the boy to more pain Bardock allowed himself to go slowly in order to really enjoy it.

It was when Bardock got within a foot of the Demi-Sayian when Gohan finally got back up on to his feet though it had taken a great deal of effort and the pain in his ribs caused him to grasp the area with his hands the boy still looked up at the older Sayian defiantly.

A smile spread across Bardocks lips as he gazed down on the boy with a tinge of pride welled up in his chest.

"At least one of my decadence knows what it means to be a true Sayian" Bardock said allowed to him. "Such a pity you killed my friends"

Smash! Bardock's fist connected with Gohan's nose which immediately broke as the boy feel back down to the floor.

"Grrraaaahhhhhaaaaa!"

Bardock turned around as he heard the roar coming under the pile of rubble which had covered Piccolo. Beads of light was beginning to shine though the gap's in the rock as the ground shook.

"Grrrraaaaahhhhhaaaa!" Piccolo roared again as the rock's evaporated around him.

A purple aura as tall as a skyscraper was burning around the Namek as he made eye contact with the Sayian who had beaten his student to the ground. Vains were protruding from Piccolo's body as he dug deep inside himself for every scrap off power he had within pushing his power past his previous limits.

Piccolo felt his muscles bulge outwards as they were infused with Ki.

Bardock's scouter beeped to life excitedly producing a shocking figure which if the Sayian hadn't seen it with his own eyes he wouldn't of believed.

"It's over nine thousand!" Bardock said stunned unable to move due to the shock.

Piccolo's roars died down as his aura grew smaller until it hung around him closely. The Namekian's muscles and veins however were still bulged out such was the strain of this new found power on his body. It was dangerous and destructive threatening to rip Piccolo apart at any moment but he didn't care.

Phasing out of sight the Namekian appeared in front of the still stunned Sayian.

"Don't you ever…" Piccolo began as he smashed his right hand into Bardock's stomach doubling the Sayian over and causing him to spit out salivary.

"Hurt….." Piccolo grabbed the back of Bardock's hair before kneeing him in the face.

"Gohan…" An upper cut to the chin sent the Sayian up into the air.

"Again!" Piccolo roared releasing a multitude of Ki blast at the Sayian.

Smoke bellowed around Bardock's frame clouding him from Piccolo's view but the Namekian didn't let up angrier clouding his judgement kept firing Ki blast after Ki blast into the smoke. The Namek didn't stop until his whole being ached from the excursion from the attack. Exhaustion took hold as his muscles lost their mass and returned to their normal side.

The Sayian didn't wait long before revealing his fate. With a burst of his powerful white aura Bardock separated the smoke like a hot knife through butter. Piccolo had to step back and regain his footing as he was pushed back by the raw power the Sayian warrior processed.

Crack! Bardock's fist connected with Piccolo's left cheek forcing the Namekian's head to snap violently to the right. Crunch! A powerful left knee smashed into Piccolo's stomach doubling him as his ribs cracked. The Namekian couldn't help but fall forward onto Bardock his head resting on the Sayian shoulder as he coughed up purple blood which stained the Sayian's armour.

"You know this armour is expensive to clean" The Sayian couldn't help but mock as he placed an open palm on Piccolo's stomach. "Luckily I'm not the one who has to pay the bill"

Piccolo's eyes flashed wide open as he relished exactly what Bardock was about to do but it was to late. The Ki blast ripped through the Namekians torso splattering the Sayian's armour with purple blood not that its owner cared.

Piccolo flew into the air several feet before collapsing to the ground in a heap. The Namekian was as good as dead.

Marster Roshi and Krillin wanted to scream out in rage but they couldn't both of them were lying on the floor crippled unable to open their mouths let alone help their friend's. They had been following the bloody fight by feeling out the fighters Ki signatures.

They felt the pain Gohan received cringing over the fact they were helpless to do nothing as the boys ribs were broken and he was knocked aside effortlessly by the Sayian. Then there was Piccolo.

Their old enemy turned out to be their last hope as he produced a valiant display of power never of which the Z fighters had currently ascended to and though he fought with everything he had the Namekian was quickly overwhelmed by the Sayian's might.

"Dam" Krillin though inwardly "After all this time of training all those sacrifices the achievements and it end's like this"

Tears began to form in the ex-monk's eyes as he lost all hope and dwelled in misery he had tried his best but it wasn't good enough.

"Calm yourself Krillin there is still hope" Marster Roshi's voice yelled out in the ex-monks mind. "Goku"

His friends name immediately swelled up hope in the ex-monk who immediately stopped crying and looked up into the sky.

"Please hurry Goku"

Gohan stared at his master's shacking form with wide eyes though the Demi-Sayian was still clutching his stomach but he felt no pain his body was numb.

"G-G-Go-han…" Piccolo said weakly the Namekian had lost a lot of blood and his strength was going.

The young boy looked at his mentors eyes and was shock to see tears forming in them. Piccolo never cried. Tears began to form in Gohan's the liquid streaming down his face.

"Hay kids don't cry I thought I taught you better than that" Piccolo sobbed before his resolved strengthened.

"Kid you have taught me more over this past year than I have taught you and one of the many things you have taught me is how it doesn't matter if you win or lose the battle as long as you protect those you care about." Piccolo had to pause for a moment to catch his breath.

"I want to thank you Gohan. Everyone else in the world from the moment I was born looked at me as if I was a monster an evil person and for a long time I believed myself to be exactly that but. But you gave me a chance to change you showed me a different path I could follow you are my only true friend in this world and I am forever in your debt" Piccolo nearly broke down at that moment his tough exterior cracking and showing glimpses of a much softer side to the Namek.

But Piccolo stayed strong he had to for the kid he would have to get his last message across.

"Gohan I care about you and that is why I don't want you to revenge me I want you to run away Gohan. Get somewhere safe"

Bardock who had been listening to Piccolo's speech with irritation finally spoke up.

"Enough of this nonsense it's time to end this"

With a flick of his palm the Sayian fired a powerful Ki blast towards Piccolo. The Namekian saw the bright light coming towards him and closed his eyes. He was ready to embrace death.

"Good bye my friend"

Boom! The explosion echoed around the landscape as smoke bellowed around the spot where Piccolo had been.

Bardock allowed himself a smirk. "That's one down and three to go I shall have my revenge".

The Sayian turned away to pick his next target deciding to kill his grandson last so he may have to suffer watching his friends die first. Bardock had just decided to attack Krillin next when he heard it.

That was when the Sayian heard it the unmistakeable swishing sound of an aura behind him Bardock turned around slowly his eyes meeting those of his grandson's.

Gohan was panting heavily both of his outstretch arms were still smoking from successfully blocking the Ki blast from hitting Piccolo. The Namek in question was unconscious behind the boy his life force rapidly depleting.

"I've had enough" Gohan roared as he brought his elbow to his hips and clenched his fist.

Gohan's aura intensified as he powered up the Demi-Sayian was desperately trying to ignore the pain in his ribs by listing off all the crimes the Sayian's had committed since they had arrived on earth.

"First you destroy a city, then you kill Yamcha, Tien and Chioutzu then you hurt Marster Roshi and Krillin and now you have killed Piccolo. I won't let you hurt anyone anymore raaahhhh"

A flame had ignited in Gohan's heart it had started out as just a tiny spark but now it was a furious fire. Ki radiated uncontrollable from the boy's body as his rage knocked down the barriers to his power and released it in one uncontrollable tornado. At that moment in time the Demi-Sayian didn't care what he did as long as it resulted in Bardock lying dead at his feet.

It was this thought that Gohan would look back on after the battle and grow fearful off his powers believing they turned him into a monster.

Gohan flew towards Bardock his right hand held back ready to strike white energy forming and weaving its way around his body. The Demi-Sayian's face was torrid with angrier glistened constantly with fresh tears that still streamed freely from his eyes.

Crunch! Gohan's fist smashed against Bardock's nose before the Sayian could defend himself causing a slight bleed.

Bang! Gohan had fazed in behind Bardock smashing a powerful knee into the Sayian back causing him to arc back.

Crack! Gohan delivered an upper cut to Bardock's chin though the Sayian's head lurched back though he didn't fly though the air.

"Ahhhhhh!" Gohan launched a flurry of vicious attack his fist pounding at every bit of Bardocks body he could get at.

The Sayian was defenceless the Demi-Sayian was attacking so quickly and unpredictable it was to much to keep up with. Bardock would lash out a punch which Gohan would duck under expertly and counter with an upper cut. Try to kick the boy away? Gohan would merely jump over the leg and punch Bardock in the face.

The only thing that was going for the Sayian now was that though Gohan's attacks were powerful they were still not enough to cause serious damage they caused pain yes but Bardock could still fight.

Flipping back away from Bardock Gohan lifted his arms above his head to perform the attack his master had taught him so many months ago.

"Masenko-Ha!"

The blast was powerful smashing into Bardock ripping the right side off his armour clear off his skin. Nasty cuts and gashes began to form all over the Sayian's body it was unreal the amount of power that the boy was able to launch at him but still it wasn't enough.

As the light faded Bardock stood tall his arms uncrossing as Gohan's aura faded out of existence. The Demi-Sayian dropped to his knees exhausted his energy spent in that single attack. The pain in his ribs returning crashing down on the young boy like a mountain.

Slowly but surely Bardock step towards the boy a new found respect having being formed due to Gohan's fighting sprite and power. But those two traits were the reasons why the Sayian had to put an end to his grandson life quickly and effectively.

Gohan watched as a small orb of energy formed in Bardocks out stretch hand but refused to close his eyes he wanted to be brave like Piccolo.

"I must say you were a challenge my young Grandson I must say you have earned my respect. But I am afraid you are a danger to your own people and it is my duty as a Sayian warrior to protect my people no matter what"

Bardock now held his hand in front of him aiming the blast towards Gohans frail body. The Sayian remained eye contact with Gohan wanting him to have an honourable death for his feat of bravery despite the fact the boy had cost him the lives of his closest friend.

"Good bye Gohan" Was all Bardock said before he fired.

The ball was closing in on the Demi- Sayian who looked on with wide eyes. Gohans body was trembling with uncontrollable fear.

Smash! A fist surrounded by a red aura smashed into Bardock's face knocking to the Sayian to the floor instantly. The new figure quickly turned his attention to his next target Gohan.

"Kao-ken time's two!"

The aura around the figure intensified as the new arrival burst forward with new speed and power moving past Bardocks attack effortless before scooping up Gohan in his arms before taking off into the sky.

"Goku" Krillin thought joyously as he felt the presence of his friend.

Almost immediately a grin spread across the ex-monks face as a warm glow shot though his body renewing him with hope.

Everything was now going to be ok now. Well that's what Krillin thought at least now that his best friend had arrived at the battle field.

All Gohan knew was he was in someone's strong arms that felt familiar and safe the young boy's mind immediately turned to Piccolo but that was impossible not only was Namekian was on the floor dying and what's more he had never held him like that.

The Demi-Sayian looked up excitedly his heart skipping a beat as he saw his father's smiling face looking down on him. Happiness filled the boy's heart as he cried out in joy.

"Daddy?" Gohan asked weakly

"Yes son it's me" Goku said softly a large smile on his face. "Here take this"

Goku placed a senzu bean into Gohans mouth and made sure the boy swallowed. Immediately the Demi-Sayian felt all his wounds heal as his energy got renewed.

"Can you fly by yourself while I look after the others?"

Gohan nodded and immediately flew out of his father's grip. Immediately Goku set about helping the others out within seconds Marster Roshi, Krillin and Piccolo were all standing up stretching off their wounds completely healed.

"Man I love Sensu beans" Krillin cried allowed happily beating his chest happily .

Goku smiled at his friend before turning his head towards Piccolo a serious expression etched across the Sayian's face.

"Piccolo you took my son away from his mother and left him in the wild" Goku stated plainly

The Namekian did not know what to say. Before his reform he would of laughed and taught Goku about it but now. Now was different Piccolo respected Goku more than he could ever have imagined the man's kindness was second only to his son.

"I'm sorry" Piccolo said weakly.

But Goku held up his hand to silence his former enemy.

"You took him away taught him how to fight showed him how to protect himself and whenever he couldn't you were prepared to sacrifice your life for him. For that I am thankful" Goku bowed deeply much to the shock of his friends.

Piccolo was stunned he didn't know what he expected when Goku returned but he never expected this.

Goku stood up from his bow and faced Piccolo a smile was etched across the Sayians face.

"Now I need you to do me another favour I want you to take Gohan and the others and get out of here ok"

"But Goku you don't understand how powerful that guy is. His friends killed Yamcha, Tien and Chioutzu and he's even stronger" Krillin stated to argue but was stopped by an hand on his shoulder.

"Leave it son" Marster Roshi said calmly " Goku know's what he's doing"

Though reluctantly and with much debate Krillin finally gave in picking Marster Roshi up in his arms the ex-monk flew off into the air. Piccolo flew up to Gohan who immediately hugged the Namekian the former of which allowed it.

"My dad's going to beat him up isn't he" Gohan said aloud a massive grin upon his face.

"Yes he is" Piccolo replied ruffling the boy's hair. "But we have to go ok will just get in your dads way otherwise"

Gohan nodded before flying off with Piccolo.

Goku watched with a smile as his son and friends left before turning to look at his father.

Bardock was still sitting were he had feel his eyes locked solely on his son who was in front of him.

"Take this" Goku said after a moment's silence.

The young Sayian tossed the older a senzu bean the latter of which eyed it suspiciously.

"What this poison" Bardock said angrily "I'm not a fool you know"

Goku ignored the accusation and merely looked his father up and down.

"So you're my father huh"

"Yes of course I am you fool" Bardock retorted back angrily.

Goku stroke his chin as though he was deep in thought before declaring aloud.

"You know what it's funny I thought you would be bigger"

"What!" Bardock yelled out angrily getting up onto his feet. "Is that your way of insulting me? Kakarrot you are a disgrace to me, our family's ancestors and to the whole of the Sayian race. You never knew how hard I had to work in order to cover up your dishonour how much I risked just keeping our family's prided. And I didn't come for you I let you live on this rock of a planet you call home in peace call me sentimental but unlike most I don't believe in killing my own. How do you repay me for my kindness? By killing your brother when he comes to retrieve my grandson to protect our race and then when I come to collect him myself you have your friends and son wait for us kill my crew! And where are you? Hiding in the shadows waiting for an opportunity to strike. You have no honour or pride I will make you suffer at my hands boy!" Bardock roared with angier his fist clenched as a white aura burst around his body.

Goku merely looked back at his father calmly before speaking.

"My name is not Kakarrot my name is Goku if you want to fight me then do so otherwise leave Earth, my son and my friends in peace and never come back" Though Goku didn't raise it his voice was loud and threatening.

Bardock took a moment to take in Goku's words before throwing his head back and laughing.

"You would seriously let me go as well wouldn't you? You are not a Sayian after I am done with you I will kill your son and friends and then blow this planet to smothering and I don't need this bean to do it"

With that Bardock flew the Senzu bean into the air before blasting it to ashes.

Goku watched his father's actions a frown upon his face he didn't understand what had made him be like this but he knew one thing. No matter what his father was not going to win their fight.

Father and son stood across from each other on their battle field. The fate of the planet Earth and in fact the entire universe was about to be decided in this one fight.

Well that it guys what do you think? Things are really heating up now in this battle and up next will be the battle you have all been looking forward to Goku vs his father who will win? Guess your just going to have to find out ;o)

As normal please review.

Power levels for those interested.

Bardock: ? Spoiler?

Goku: ? Spoiler?

Piccolo pushed past his limits: 9,500 (This was kind of like ascended super sayian but on a smaller scale Piccolo just furled his muscles with lots of Ki and grabbed every ouch of his power.)

Gohan first Masenko: 10,000

Gohan uncontolerble rage: 10,000 (This is straining for him and literally throwing anything at this point in time his power which he could use maximum without pushing his body to it's absolute breaking point is 8,000

Gohan second Masenko: 13,000