Disclaimer: I do not own DBZ or Zoids. I do own Lorren.

A/N: Welcome to the TWENTIETH chapter of Abnormal Childhood where Vegeta will take on Recoome and Goku will finally arrive on Namek. So, without further ado, enjoy!

"From now on, you best watch yourselves," Vegeta advised us. "Because next time you won't be so lucky."

"Whatever, tough guy," I shot back as the blue one and White Hair played rock-paper-scissors. "They're so ridiculous."

"Who knows, maybe we'll get lucky and they'll keep tying forever," mused Gohan.

"Maybe," murmured Krillin. "I guess it doesn't hurt to have hope."

"No," argued Vegeta. "Hope is a luxury none of us can afford."

"Well, at least that's one down and four more to go," I pointed out, glancing at Vegeta. "So, I'm guessing the big dumb one with red hair is next?"

"Don't underestimate him," warned Vegeta. "Recoome may not be intelligent, but he is powerful."

"Your confidence boosting needs work," I muttered.

"Alright, kids, this fight is between me and Vegeta," Recoome reminded us. "But if you feel like jumping in to help him out, go ahead and try it. I'll take you all on at once."

I rolled my eyes. "My, aren't we generous."

"Hey, not so fast there, Recoome!" shouted White Hair. "That wasn't the deal! We're not gonna stand here and let you have all the fun."

"Save the three little ones for us like we agreed," added Burter.

"Yeah, yeah. Whatever," conceded Recoome, posing. "And now feel the power of Recoome!"

"Unbelievable," grumbled Krillin as Vegeta powered up.

I placed my arms over my face as his energy pushed us backwards. "Whoa!"

Vegeta rushed forward and punched Recoome repeatedly.

"Duck!" yelled Krillin as the fighting intensified.

"Incredible," I breathed.

"See you in Hell, Recoome!" roared Vegeta, blasting him.

"He, he did it," declared Krillin. "That big oaf never saw it coming. Never thought I'd hear myself say this, but I'm sure glad Vegeta's on our side."

"No, I can still feel his power level," Gohan informed him. "He's still there."

"Should have known it would have been too easy," I muttered. "This is just like when we fought Nappa back on Earth."

Krillin shook his head. "There's no way. He couldn't be."

The smoke disappeared to reveal Recoome who had lost his armor but was otherwise unhurt as he grinned at Vegeta. "Hi."

"This is crazy!" yelped Gohan. "He's not even breathing hard!"

"Now what are you going to do, Vegeta?" I wondered aloud.

"Nice try," said Recoome. "But now it's my turn."

"We can't beat these guys," stated Krillin. "The only thing that's gonna keep Frieza from getting those Dragon Bals now is some kind of miracle."

"This is one of my favorite little moves, Recoome kick!" shouted Recoome as he kicked Vegeta, sending him flying.

"Vegeta!" I cried as the Saiyan prince recovered and tried to land a hit on Recoome who blocked every blow with ease.

"Gotta hand it to you, I'm impressed," admitted Recoome. "But let's see if you can bounce back from this one! Recoome boom!"

Recoome elbowed Vegeta to the ground. Vegeta then blasted Recoome who dodged and kicked Vegeta into a large body of water. "What did I tell you, Vegeta? You're all washed up."

"Come on, Vegeta," I murmured. "Get up."

"This could be it," said Krillin. "I don't think he's coming up, you two."

"Hey, Vegeta, what's the deal?" inquired Recoome, hovering over the water. "You didn't go and die on me, did you? I didn't get a chance to do all my best moves."

Bubbles began to form on the water's surface making me grin. "That's more like it."

Recoome grinned too as Vegeta flew out of the water and straight towards him, punching the big oaf in the gut.

"Alright!" I cheered as Vegeta punched him some more.

"I'm glad you're back, Vegeta!" declared Recoome, grabbing Vegeta and throwing him headfirst into the ground. The idiot then pulled Vegeta out of the ground by his leg. "Looks like a vegetable ready to be picked."

Vegeta blasted Recoome in the face causing the idiot to fall to the ground, but he recovered a moment later.

"Oh come on," I groaned.

"Now that was low even for a Saiyan," remarked Recoome. "You are ruthless, Vegeta. No wonder you're one of Frieza's favorites. It's almost too bad you had to go and turn traitor on us."

"This guy's too much," noted Krillin.

"Go ahead," challenged Recoome. "You got any more sneaky tricks you wanna try or should I kill you now before this gets boring?"

"Gohan. Lorren, look. It doesn't matter anymore. Whatever we do, we're still gonna die," pointed out Krillin. "We can't beat these guys. None of us. Not even Goku. There's nothing left to do. I'm going in."

I nodded. "You read my mind. Well, some of it."

"I'm with you too," said Gohan.

"You ready for this?" Recoome asked Vegeta. "Now I'm gonna rub you out!"

"Alright, here it comes," Krillin told us. "As soon as he starts his attack, you two get Vegeta out of there quick. I'll see if I can't blindside that big gorilla."

"Eraser gun!" shouted Recoome as he shot a laser out of his mouth. We rushed in. Krillin kicked Recoome causing him to cut off his own blast while Gohan and I grabbed Vegeta and moved him out of the way.

"What are you doing?!" demanded Vegeta, pushing us away.

"Saving your ungrateful hide," I responded.

"Could you be any more stupid?" he yelled.

"You're welcome," I muttered as we got to our feet.

"Fools," spat Vegeta. "Instead of coming after me, the three of you should have used the opportunity to attack Recoome. Damn it! Do you really think he's gonna let his guard down like that again?"

"That was pretty crafty, twerp," remarked Recoome. "You made me slam my mouth shut on my own blast. I would be pissed but, lucky for you, I know a good dentist. Hey, Jeice, Burter! How about you guys let me kill this one too? What do you say?"

"Alright, you got yourself a deal," agreed Burter. "He's yours, but as soon as we get back home, you're treating us to lunch for a week."

"Yeah, yeah," replied Recoome, turning his attention back to Krillin. "You cost me big time. Now I'm pissed!"

Recoome kicked Krillin, sending him backwards.

"Krillin!" Gohan and I cried, rushing over to our fallen friend.

"Speak to us, Krillin, please," begged Gohan.

"I'm sorry, guys, but I think I broke every bone in my body," murmured Krillin. "We knew this is how it would end. They're just too strong. We never even had a chance, but at least I got in one good shot."

"Yeah, you did," I murmured back.

"You gotta hang on!" urged Gohan. "You can't give up! Hang on, Krillin."

"He's right," I said. "Fight, Krillin."

"It's alright," Krillin reassured us. "It's time to face the facts. The Dragon Balls are gone. So, please, save yourselves while you can."

I shook my head. "No, I won't run. I won't give up."

"I don't believe it," stated Recoome. "My windup pose must be off or something. That kick should have sent his head skidding twice as far. Guess I'll have to try again."

"You stay away!" ordered Gohan, facing him. "We're not gonna let you hurt our friend anymore!"

Recoome laughed. "Is that so?"

~ Abnormal Childhood ~

"Let me get this straight," began Recoome. "You two are gonna stop me? You think you're tough, don't ya? Well, come on then. Let's see what you've got."

"Careful what you wish for," I warned him as Gohan and I powered up. We then charged Recoome who attempted to blast us, but we were able to dodge before unleashing our own techniques. "Kaionoikari!" (A/N: God's Anger.)

"Masenko-ha!" yelled Gohan and our attacks hit their target but, unsurprisingly, Recoome emerged unharmed.

"Don't sweat it, kids. I don't mind getting my hands dirty, not when there's killing involved," Recoome told us, dusting off his hands before disappearing and reappearing behind us. He then kicked and punched us to the ground. "What's wrong? No more fight left?"

"We're just getting started," I retorted as we rose to our feet and blasted him. Recoome sent our attack right back at us. We dodged only to get karate chopped by the big brute.

"Dad, where are you?" wondered Gohan.

I glanced at him from where I laid. "Gohan…"

Gohan stood up making me smile as I got up too.

"Hey, what do you know? Back for more, huh?" remarked Recoome.

"I can't quit," declared Gohan. "I have to keep fighting."

I nodded. "That's the spirit, Gohan. I'm right here with you."

"Thanks, Lorren," he said as we walked towards Recoome. "Our friends' lives depend on it."

We used our energies to leap into the air and punched Recoome repeatedly.

"Come on, squirts. Don't tell me that's the best you've got," goaded the giant as he kneed us in our guts and punched us. We attempted to return the favor but Recoome dodged. "Missed me! Now it's my turn! Recoome bomber!"

The oaf sent multiple energy blasts at us which we avoided, but they then hit us from behind. Recoome followed up by kicking and punching us to the ground. "Well now, still alive, huh?"

"No, it's not over yet," muttered Gohan as Recoome landed. "I won't quit. Dad wouldn't give up. Neither will I."

"There has to be a way," I agreed.

"Now, let Recoome show you your doom!" shouted Recoome as he grabbed me by my throat and kicked Gohan in his neck, sending him flying.

"Gohan, no!" I gasped as I struggled to get free. "Monster!"

"You want to be with him so badly then be my guest," sneered Recoome, wrapping his arms around my body and crushing my ribs before throwing me to the ground near Gohan.

I winced in pain as I struggled over to him. "Gohan! Gohan, come on! It's me, Lorren! Gohan, you got to wake up! Please, Gohan!"

I bowed my head as tears flowed down my cheeks.

Recoome strode over then stopped as he noticed something, or someone, in the sky.

I glanced up to see Goku had arrived. "He's here. Thank God. Hang on just a little longer, Gohan."

~ Abnormal Childhood ~

"What the-? Who the heck is that?" demanded Recoome.

I smirked. "The guy who's going to show you your doom."

Krillin laughed. "It's Goku!"

Goku landed near Gohan and I.

"Goku," I murmured. "Please, help him."

"Gohan," said Goku, staring down at his son.

I bit my bottom lip as tears continued to flow from my eyes. "He tried so hard. We all did, but the big oaf is way too strong!"

Goku scooped up Gohan into his arms. "It's okay, son. I'm here now. Gohan, hey son? Oh wow, you're in really bad shape, but we can fix that. You're going to be fine, Gohan, don't you worry."

"Hey! Who the hell do you think you are?!" screamed Recoome. "You can't just barge in here!"

"Try to swallow this, Gohan," Goku told his son, placing a senzu bean in his mouth.

"Hello! I'm talking to you!" roared Recoome, who clearly didn't like being ignored as Gohan swallowed the bean and regained consciousness.

"Gohan!" I exclaimed happily.

"Hey, how do you feel?" asked Goku.

"Dad, is it really you?" whispered Gohan.

"Yep," replied Goku before coming over to me with a bean. "Here's one for you too, Lorren."

"Thanks, Goku," I said, eating the bean and standing up.

Meanwhile Goku was dusting off Gohan. "Your mom would kill me if she saw how dirty you are."

"Those guys are super powerful," Gohan informed him.

"I know," acknowledged Goku. "We definitely have our work cut out for us, but I'm here now. Just leave everything to me, okay?"

"Yeah, sure," responded Gohan.

"So, you two were taking on that big guy over there, huh?" he figured.

"Yeah, kind of," I murmured.

"We tried," confirmed Gohan as we made our way over to Krillin. "He was too strong for us."

"Vegeta looks like he's in pretty bad shape too," noted Goku, staring at him. "What happened to him?"

"Same thing," I explained.

"Vegeta tried to fight him before we did," elaborated Gohan. "So did Krillin, but they couldn't beat him either."

"Really? Sounds like this guy's a real handful," surmised Goku.

"You can say that again," I agreed as we reached Krillin.

"I've got just what the doctor ordered," Goku told him. "See, a senzu bean."

"I'm so glad you came. I almost wish you hadn't," admitted Krillin.

"Why?" inquired Goku as Krillin ate the bean. "What's the matter?"

"Those Ginyu guys," responded Krillin, getting to his feet. "They're too powerful. I'm not trying to be negative. It's just, well, I think we're a little out classed. I know you're really strong, but man, I'm telling you, you've never dealt with anything like this. These guys are too much. That's why I say I wish you hadn't come, Goku. Now they're gonna get you too. I mean, Vegeta couldn't even stop them and he's stronger than ever."

"Yeah, about Vegeta, what was Vegeta doing fighting them in the first place?" inquired Goku. "I thought he was on their side."

"I don't know where to begin," said Krillin. "It's been crazy here."

"Don't speak," replied Goku, placing his hand on Krillin's head. "This will be a lot faster."

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