Chapter 10 - The Fight Session
The next morning found the entire Clan household eerily quiet. Only Olaf, Mary, and Anthony were awake and talking in the sitting room, with Anthony's four students still snoozing peacefully in their beds upstairs. Anthony wasn't surprised, since he knew all four of them were tired from using their psionics.
"Looks like I tired them out more than I thought," Anthony remarked.
"Well, it was to be expected," Olaf said. "They are getting used to powers they haven't used before. I must say, after the display I saw just last night with my grandniece using that...telekinesis...I'm somewhat edgy."
"These powers exist amongst our entire race, Olaf," Anthony said, "it's nothing to be afraid of. This is especially true since the people being trained to use them are being trained to control them as well."
"Yes, I heard about that young lieutenant being able to fly now," Olaf said, and then decided to change direction with the conversation. "So, what is next on the agenda?"
"Fighting training on Ani-Earth," Anthony said. "I have four trainers waiting to teach them how to fight. Hopefully, they won't have to...but it can't hurt to be prepared."
"Will Amy be joining you?" Mary asked.
"She and Sasha are welcome to come along," Anthony said. "Their training is complete, but I'm sure Amy could learn a little more from observing the training Jenna and Lars go through. She IS my apprentice, after all."
"I see..." Mary said, and then noticed Amy and Sasha walking into the room. "Good morning, Amy. Did you sleep well?"
"You kidding? I slept like a stone, Mom!" Amy said, and then sat next to her mother.
"I've never slept so well," Sasha said. "I wonder why?"
"Probably because you were unconscious," Anthony said. "All that psionics practice yesterday knocked all four of you out practically."
"I guess..." Sasha said. "I could hear Lars still snoring up a storm as I walked down."
After a while, Jenna and Lars joined the group. "Good morning, everyone," Jenna said. "I can't believe I slept for twelve hours..."
"Well, considering the powers you were using, I'm not surprised," Olaf said.
"So, after we all get ready, where are we headed next, Anthony?" Lars said.
"Ani-Earth, for fighting training," Anthony said. "And you are going to be surprised at who your teachers are..."
"Well, I for one am getting used to surprises," Jenna said, levitating an apple from the breakfast cart to illustrate the point. Olaf was still finding the sight of seeing psionic powers hard to believe.
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A couple hours later found Anthony and his group exiting a transit gate near the Masaki Shrine on Ani-Earth. The group was then led by Anthony to a lakeside residence which Jenna recognized.
"Ohmigosh...isn't that the Masaki residence?" Jenna said.
"Yep," Anthony said, and then noticed Washu and Sasami approaching with Ryo-Ohki following close behind.
"Ah, good, you're all here," Washu said, and then noticed the apprentice uniform that Amy was wearing. "Um...Anthony? Have you been experimenting with cloning like I have?"
"Huh?!?" Anthony said, and then realized what she was talking about. "Oh...Her mother made that 'uniform' for her, Washu."
"Looks cool!" Sasami said, and then looked towards Amy. "Amy, what say we go show Goten, Chibi-Trunks, Yugi, and Rini what you're wearing? They are going to love it!"
"Okay!" Amy said, and followed Sasami and Ryo-Ohki back to the house.
Anthony smiled at the kids' departure, and then noticed the bewildered looks on Lars's and Jenna's faces. "What is it?"
"Goten? Rini?" Lars asked. "This world has Sailor Moon, Tenchi, and Dragonball Z characters?"
"It has quite a few animes, Lars," Anthony said, "including Digimon and Outlaw Star. There are also Marvel universe characters and the pure Sega versions of Sonic and company here too...so, don't be surprised if you see two Amys at one point."
"Alright," Jenna said, "and...I take back what I said earlier...I don't think I'm quite used to surprises yet."
"Wait until you meet your fight instructors," Anthony said, and then turned towards Washu. "Have they arrived yet?"
"They will soon...ah, here they come," Washu said, looking skyward.
The rest of the group looked up and saw two men flying towards the area with two women in tow. Anthony recognized them right away, and Jenna and Lars looked at them with mouths gaping...a sight which caused Sasha to giggle.
Gohan and Trunks came to a landing and set Rei and Lita, AKA Sailor Mars and Sailor Jupiter, down. Gohan, who was still in his Great Saiyaman outfit, walked up to the Larson Clanners. "Ah...these must be the two lucky Larsons. Greetings, citizens! I am the Great..." Gohan said, and then did a few poses before finally saying, "SAIYAMAN!!!"
Anthony, for the first time after seeing the Ani-Earthers do it, facefaulted. After getting back up, he then asked Gohan, "Gohan, WHY are you in that getup?!?"
"Just trying to make a good entrance for our guests here," Gohan said, taking off his helmet.
"You mean making a fool out yourself," Rei said, and then said to herself, "Honestly...and I thought Serena was annoying sometimes..."
"Anyway," Anthony said, getting everyone's attention, "Gohan, Trunks, Rei, Lita, these are Jenna Larson and Lars Olson, my two students."
"An honor to meet you," Trunks said, bowing slightly in Jenna's direction. "I even hear you already know some martial arts, Jenna, is that correct?"
"That's correct," Jenna said.
"Well then, you'll be starting with Gohan and myself," Trunks said, "while Lars will receive some beginning training from Rei and Lita. Isn't that right, Lita? Um...Lita?"
Lita was just staring at Lars and going, "He's so dreamy...he looks like my old boyfriend..."
Rei then yelled, "LITA!! Snap out of it!!!"
Lars then sent a telepathic message to Anthony. *Anthony, how many old boyfriends did she use to have?*
*Something tells me we don't want to know, Lars,* Anthony answered back.
"Don't worry about her," Rei said, "I'll keep her under control if necessary."
"Thank...God..." Lars said.
"We'll take care of things here, Anthony," Gohan said. "Why don't you and Sasha relax inside? The bay window of the house will allow you to watch your students' progress in comfort."
"Sounds good," Anthony said, and then led Sasha inside the house.
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As soon as Anthony entered the house, he and Sasha heard a snippet of a conversation that was going on...
"...and so, my mom made me this outfit so I could look more like an apprentice to Anthony."
Anthony realized that was Amy, and decided to eavesdrop on the conversation, using an Emote Barrier to make sure he and Sasha wouldn't be sensed. He watched Amy talk to the Ani-Earth kids, which included Chibi-Trunks, Goten, Sasami, Yugi, Rini, and the Ani-Earth versions of Tails and Amy.
"Must be exciting, being Anthony's apprentice," Sasami said.
"Though considering he's like a Jedi, I'm surprised he hasn't called you a Padawan," Chibi-Trunks said.
"Trunks!" Goten said, not believing Chibi-Trunks actually said that.
Giggles permeated the group, and even Sasha and Anthony had to stifle their own to avoid being noticed. It was then that Arcadia Amy took a more serious look. "It is exciting," she said, "but...I feel something else from being his apprentice."
Anthony raised an eyebrow at this, and then listened intently as she continued. "After all he's done for me...and for Mom...I almost feel like I actually did get my father back..."
Several of the kids got misty eyed from hearing that, and SegaAmy was on the verge of crying. Even Sasha got somewhat misty eyed from hearing that.
"Geez..." Anthony said to himself, "as if they didn't think I was enough of a sweetheart..."
"So, why aren't you being trained with Jenna and Lars?" Tails asked.
"My training is done," Amy explained. "I was only being trained to control my telepathic abilities...Jenna and Lars are being trained to be Gamemasters."
"Yeah, but you could still be trained," Goten said, and then jumped up. "Hey! Trunks and I can teach you to fight! It'll be a start..."
"No way!" Anthony said, making his and Sasha's presence known.
"Anthony?!?" Arcadia Amy said. "How did you get here without me sensing...? Oh wait...Emote Barrier..."
"Right," Anthony said, and then turned towards Goten. "Guys, I doubt Amy's mother would want her learning how to fight, especially since Robotnik is gone and there is no reason for her to fight! Besides...you and Trunks are Super-Saiyans..."
"Anthony, we wouldn't hurt her!" Chibi-Trunks said. "We even fought in that tournament without injuring anyone!"
"Still...I don't think..."
"Anthony," Arcadia Amy said, interrupting Anthony. "Why can't I? I mean...it'd be better than doing nothing."
"...and what would your mother say?" Anthony said, looking straight at his apprentice. "I doubt she'd approve."
Arcadia Amy stood there speechless, and then looked down sadly. "I understand..."
"C'mon," Rini said, "let's just go play." The kids then all stood up and ran off.
As Anthony and Sasha headed towards the bay window area to observe the training, Anthony was soon stopped when he felt a hand on his shoulder preventing him from going any further. He then sensed who it was...
"Alright...what do you want, Veggie?" Anthony said, turning towards the face of Vegeta, who was giving Anthony an interesting look.
"Oh, nothing much..." Vegeta said with an interesting smile. "I just figured that as long as your two students are learning how to fight like the Saiyan, that their teacher could use a few lessons..."
Anthony's eyes widened when he realized what Vegeta had planned. "OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOH no, Veggie! I know what you're planning, and the LAST thing I need is a beating from you!"
"Come now, Accountantmaster," Vegeta said, causing Anthony to sneer slightly. "We may not see eye to eye, but I still respect your tenacity as a warrior. Besides...I doubt your students should be more powerful than their teacher."
"Hmmm..." Anthony said, thinking about this. "Well...I suppose I could use some fight practice myself. But if you're going to be the guy training me, we'll need..."
Almost on cue, Vegeta held up a bag filled with beans...Senzu Beans to be precise. "Perfect," Anthony said. "Alright, lets get some training equipment..."
As the two heroes went to get ready, Sasha sat down near the bay window to watch all that was to take place. But regarding Anthony, she couldn't help but think, "What is he THINKING?!?"
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A couple hours of moves training found Lars learning all types of fighting moves he never knew before. In fact, after some sparring with both Rei and Lita, it became apparent that Lars wasn't going to need much more.
"Excellent work, Lars," Lita said, after Lars had successfully managed to fend off several attacks. "Are you sure you haven't taken any martial arts lessons?"
"Well, my weaponry training probably aided with that," Lars said, "plus the fact those new metabolic powers I learned aided with my agility."
"I see," Rei said. "Well, I think you know the basics now. Once Trunks and Gohan are done with Jenna, we'll let them take over."
"Alright then," Lars said, and then turned towards where Jenna was training.
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Jenna was amazed at how fast she was moving. Her martial arts training allowed her to move fast, that was for certain...but the Quicken and Strengthen powers she learned when her psionics were unlocked were allowing her to move like she never had before. Even Gohan was impressed...and for a Saiyan, that's saying a lot.
"Nice work, Jenna!" Gohan said. "Looks like those psionics of yours improved your reflexes! I've haven't even seen Videl move as fast as you did!"
"Thanks," Jenna said, gasping for breath. "Anything else you need to teach me?"
"I don't think so," Trunks said. "Normally, we'd teach you how to control your energy...but your psionics training took care of that. Heck, you even teleported to avoid an attack!"
"Okay..." Jenna said, and then noticed Lars, Rei, and Lita approaching. "Hey, Lars! Done already?"
"Yeah," Lars said. "Apparently, our psionics are giving us an edge."
"Something Anthony must've experienced," Jenna pointed out. "Well, I'm done, Lars, so you're next with Trunks and Gohan."
"Alright," Lars said, and then walked up to Gohan. "So...what do we need to do?"
As Trunks and Gohan described what was to be done, Jenna noticed Anthony and Vegeta walking out towards another area of the Masaki grounds. Rei and Lita noticed the same thing.
"Strange...what are they doing?" Rei asked.
"Let's go find out," Jenna said, and the three girls headed over towards their location.
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As Anthony and Vegeta readied their fighting gloves and foot pads, Anthony looked warily at Vegeta. He was worried that Vegeta had more in mind than just fighting lessons...especially since they've been at ends at certain times.
"Alright, Anthony," Vegeta said after they both got ready. "Are you ready to fight?"
"Yeah...just as long as you tell me the REAL reason you're doing this," Anthony remarked.
"Well, as I said, I figured you could use some fighting training as well, since you probably don't want to be weaker than your two students," Vegeta said. "Besides...it's the perfect way to release some steam from the disagreements we've had."
"I KNEW it!" Anthony said.
"Don't worry, I have no intention of permanently maiming you," Vegeta said. "Now...shall we get started?"
Anthony nodded and stood in a fighting stance as Vegeta also got into a fighting stance. Before they got started, they heard Rei's voice. "WAIT! What are you doing?!?"
Vegeta turned towards the source of the voice, seeing Jenna, Rei, and Lita approach. "Do you mind? I'm about to train..."
"You'll KILL HIM!!" Lita said.
"I HAVE NO INTENTION TO!" Vegeta said. "Besides, I brought Senzu beans, just in case."
"Don't worry, guys," Anthony said. "I've faced him before...though it wasn't much of a fight since I paralyzed him."
"Don't remind me..." Vegeta said. "I take it you won't be doing that trick again."
"Nah...I'll fight fair this time," Anthony said. "Now...let us begin..."
Jenna, Lita, and Rei stood back to give the two warriors plenty of room. Anthony and Vegeta then rushed towards each other with fists clenched...
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Although Lars fared well in his training with Gohan and Trunks, he didn't do as well as Jenna did. He did manage to fend off the attacks sent towards him, but wasn't as fast compared to Jenna.
"Alright, Lars," Gohan said, seeing an exhausted Lars, "great work! Not as fast as your cousin, but you did quite well!"
"Thanks," Lars said, panting heavily and then looked over to the side, noticing a small commotion. "Hey...what's going on over there?"
Trunks looked over where Lars was, and saw Anthony and Vegeta fighting. "What the...what is Dad DOING?!?"
"Whoa! I didn't know Anthony could move that fast!" Gohan said.
"C'mon, Gohan, we've got to stop them before we're short one Gamemaster!" Trunks said, and then the three ran over to where the fight was.
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Vegeta was surprised at how fast Anthony was moving. Apparently his psionic ability, combined with his experiences from the adventures he had previously, gave him incredible fighting ability. Of course, Anthony had yet to land a single punch, since Vegeta was just to fast.
Anthony was also surprised...that he was able to block many of Vegeta's attacks like he was doing. However...his arms and legs were getting very sore from blocking Vegeta's attacks, and he was feeling exhausted because he was pushing his psi ability to the max.
Eventually, Anthony asked Vegeta to stop. Vegeta backed off and Anthony collapsed on the ground from exhaustion. Vegeta handed Anthony a Senzo bean, which Anthony ate, but Anthony remained seated on the ground taking deep breaths. It was then that Anthony looked up at Vegeta...and the two of them smiled at each other.
"Man..." Anthony said, "that had to be the BEST workout I ever had!"
"I'm quite impressed, Accountantmaster," Vegeta said. "Perhaps we should spar on a regular basis...you certainly have potential."
"Dad, what were you DOING?!?" Trunks said, running up with Gohan and Lars.
"It's alright, Trunks," Anthony said. "Vegeta and I were just sparring...and I must say I'm surprised I could move like that..."
"I'll say!" Gohan said. "I think you outdid both Jenna and Lars!"
"Speaking of which," Anthony said, changing the subject, "how did Jenna and Lars do?"
"Passed with flying colors," Trunks said. "I think they're ready for the next step..."
"Excellent," Anthony said. "Okay, I'll go get Amy and Sasha and..."
"ANTHONY!"
All present turned towards the source of the yell, and saw Yugi running up towards the group. "Yugi, what's wrong?" Anthony asked.
"It's Arcadia Amy," Yugi said. "She decided to have Goten and the other Trunks show her some moves despite what you said, and she took a bad hit to the face!"
"Dammit, why didn't she listen?!?" Anthony said, and then turned towards the group. "Lars, get Sasha in the house, we may need her healing magic. Vegeta, bring those Senzu beans."
Everyone, save Lars, ran towards where the kids were. They saw Arcadia Amy pressing an ice pack that Sasami got to her cheek, and Anthony knelt down next to her.
"Amy, let me look," Anthony said, and carefully removed the ice pack from her face. He saw a large bruise covering her entire cheek. "Alright, now just hold still..." Anthony said, and carefully placed a hand on her cheek and used the Biofeedback power to heal it. Eventually, the bruise disappeared.
"There...that's better," Anthony said, and then took a more serious tone. "Amy, what were thinking?!? I thought I said..."
"I...I know, it's just I was curious..." Arcadia Amy said.
Gohan and Vegeta immediately took Goten and Chibi-Trunks by the arms. "You two are coming with us," Gohan said. "I think your mothers will want to have a talk with you." The four Saiyans then flew off into the sky.
Trunks then said to the group, "I'd better go too. Just to make sure father doesn't kill my younger self and so I don't cease to exist."
Anthony shook his head and noticed Lars and Sasha approaching. "Anthony, is Amy alright?" Sasha asked.
"She'll be fine," Anthony said, and then looked towards Arcadia Amy with a stern glance. "We'd better go back to the Larson Clan home now. I think Mary will want to have a little talk with her daughter..."
Anthony said his goodbyes and thanks to the Ani-Earthers, and then he and his students headed towards the Masaki Shrine and the portals.
The next morning found the entire Clan household eerily quiet. Only Olaf, Mary, and Anthony were awake and talking in the sitting room, with Anthony's four students still snoozing peacefully in their beds upstairs. Anthony wasn't surprised, since he knew all four of them were tired from using their psionics.
"Looks like I tired them out more than I thought," Anthony remarked.
"Well, it was to be expected," Olaf said. "They are getting used to powers they haven't used before. I must say, after the display I saw just last night with my grandniece using that...telekinesis...I'm somewhat edgy."
"These powers exist amongst our entire race, Olaf," Anthony said, "it's nothing to be afraid of. This is especially true since the people being trained to use them are being trained to control them as well."
"Yes, I heard about that young lieutenant being able to fly now," Olaf said, and then decided to change direction with the conversation. "So, what is next on the agenda?"
"Fighting training on Ani-Earth," Anthony said. "I have four trainers waiting to teach them how to fight. Hopefully, they won't have to...but it can't hurt to be prepared."
"Will Amy be joining you?" Mary asked.
"She and Sasha are welcome to come along," Anthony said. "Their training is complete, but I'm sure Amy could learn a little more from observing the training Jenna and Lars go through. She IS my apprentice, after all."
"I see..." Mary said, and then noticed Amy and Sasha walking into the room. "Good morning, Amy. Did you sleep well?"
"You kidding? I slept like a stone, Mom!" Amy said, and then sat next to her mother.
"I've never slept so well," Sasha said. "I wonder why?"
"Probably because you were unconscious," Anthony said. "All that psionics practice yesterday knocked all four of you out practically."
"I guess..." Sasha said. "I could hear Lars still snoring up a storm as I walked down."
After a while, Jenna and Lars joined the group. "Good morning, everyone," Jenna said. "I can't believe I slept for twelve hours..."
"Well, considering the powers you were using, I'm not surprised," Olaf said.
"So, after we all get ready, where are we headed next, Anthony?" Lars said.
"Ani-Earth, for fighting training," Anthony said. "And you are going to be surprised at who your teachers are..."
"Well, I for one am getting used to surprises," Jenna said, levitating an apple from the breakfast cart to illustrate the point. Olaf was still finding the sight of seeing psionic powers hard to believe.
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A couple hours later found Anthony and his group exiting a transit gate near the Masaki Shrine on Ani-Earth. The group was then led by Anthony to a lakeside residence which Jenna recognized.
"Ohmigosh...isn't that the Masaki residence?" Jenna said.
"Yep," Anthony said, and then noticed Washu and Sasami approaching with Ryo-Ohki following close behind.
"Ah, good, you're all here," Washu said, and then noticed the apprentice uniform that Amy was wearing. "Um...Anthony? Have you been experimenting with cloning like I have?"
"Huh?!?" Anthony said, and then realized what she was talking about. "Oh...Her mother made that 'uniform' for her, Washu."
"Looks cool!" Sasami said, and then looked towards Amy. "Amy, what say we go show Goten, Chibi-Trunks, Yugi, and Rini what you're wearing? They are going to love it!"
"Okay!" Amy said, and followed Sasami and Ryo-Ohki back to the house.
Anthony smiled at the kids' departure, and then noticed the bewildered looks on Lars's and Jenna's faces. "What is it?"
"Goten? Rini?" Lars asked. "This world has Sailor Moon, Tenchi, and Dragonball Z characters?"
"It has quite a few animes, Lars," Anthony said, "including Digimon and Outlaw Star. There are also Marvel universe characters and the pure Sega versions of Sonic and company here too...so, don't be surprised if you see two Amys at one point."
"Alright," Jenna said, "and...I take back what I said earlier...I don't think I'm quite used to surprises yet."
"Wait until you meet your fight instructors," Anthony said, and then turned towards Washu. "Have they arrived yet?"
"They will soon...ah, here they come," Washu said, looking skyward.
The rest of the group looked up and saw two men flying towards the area with two women in tow. Anthony recognized them right away, and Jenna and Lars looked at them with mouths gaping...a sight which caused Sasha to giggle.
Gohan and Trunks came to a landing and set Rei and Lita, AKA Sailor Mars and Sailor Jupiter, down. Gohan, who was still in his Great Saiyaman outfit, walked up to the Larson Clanners. "Ah...these must be the two lucky Larsons. Greetings, citizens! I am the Great..." Gohan said, and then did a few poses before finally saying, "SAIYAMAN!!!"
Anthony, for the first time after seeing the Ani-Earthers do it, facefaulted. After getting back up, he then asked Gohan, "Gohan, WHY are you in that getup?!?"
"Just trying to make a good entrance for our guests here," Gohan said, taking off his helmet.
"You mean making a fool out yourself," Rei said, and then said to herself, "Honestly...and I thought Serena was annoying sometimes..."
"Anyway," Anthony said, getting everyone's attention, "Gohan, Trunks, Rei, Lita, these are Jenna Larson and Lars Olson, my two students."
"An honor to meet you," Trunks said, bowing slightly in Jenna's direction. "I even hear you already know some martial arts, Jenna, is that correct?"
"That's correct," Jenna said.
"Well then, you'll be starting with Gohan and myself," Trunks said, "while Lars will receive some beginning training from Rei and Lita. Isn't that right, Lita? Um...Lita?"
Lita was just staring at Lars and going, "He's so dreamy...he looks like my old boyfriend..."
Rei then yelled, "LITA!! Snap out of it!!!"
Lars then sent a telepathic message to Anthony. *Anthony, how many old boyfriends did she use to have?*
*Something tells me we don't want to know, Lars,* Anthony answered back.
"Don't worry about her," Rei said, "I'll keep her under control if necessary."
"Thank...God..." Lars said.
"We'll take care of things here, Anthony," Gohan said. "Why don't you and Sasha relax inside? The bay window of the house will allow you to watch your students' progress in comfort."
"Sounds good," Anthony said, and then led Sasha inside the house.
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As soon as Anthony entered the house, he and Sasha heard a snippet of a conversation that was going on...
"...and so, my mom made me this outfit so I could look more like an apprentice to Anthony."
Anthony realized that was Amy, and decided to eavesdrop on the conversation, using an Emote Barrier to make sure he and Sasha wouldn't be sensed. He watched Amy talk to the Ani-Earth kids, which included Chibi-Trunks, Goten, Sasami, Yugi, Rini, and the Ani-Earth versions of Tails and Amy.
"Must be exciting, being Anthony's apprentice," Sasami said.
"Though considering he's like a Jedi, I'm surprised he hasn't called you a Padawan," Chibi-Trunks said.
"Trunks!" Goten said, not believing Chibi-Trunks actually said that.
Giggles permeated the group, and even Sasha and Anthony had to stifle their own to avoid being noticed. It was then that Arcadia Amy took a more serious look. "It is exciting," she said, "but...I feel something else from being his apprentice."
Anthony raised an eyebrow at this, and then listened intently as she continued. "After all he's done for me...and for Mom...I almost feel like I actually did get my father back..."
Several of the kids got misty eyed from hearing that, and SegaAmy was on the verge of crying. Even Sasha got somewhat misty eyed from hearing that.
"Geez..." Anthony said to himself, "as if they didn't think I was enough of a sweetheart..."
"So, why aren't you being trained with Jenna and Lars?" Tails asked.
"My training is done," Amy explained. "I was only being trained to control my telepathic abilities...Jenna and Lars are being trained to be Gamemasters."
"Yeah, but you could still be trained," Goten said, and then jumped up. "Hey! Trunks and I can teach you to fight! It'll be a start..."
"No way!" Anthony said, making his and Sasha's presence known.
"Anthony?!?" Arcadia Amy said. "How did you get here without me sensing...? Oh wait...Emote Barrier..."
"Right," Anthony said, and then turned towards Goten. "Guys, I doubt Amy's mother would want her learning how to fight, especially since Robotnik is gone and there is no reason for her to fight! Besides...you and Trunks are Super-Saiyans..."
"Anthony, we wouldn't hurt her!" Chibi-Trunks said. "We even fought in that tournament without injuring anyone!"
"Still...I don't think..."
"Anthony," Arcadia Amy said, interrupting Anthony. "Why can't I? I mean...it'd be better than doing nothing."
"...and what would your mother say?" Anthony said, looking straight at his apprentice. "I doubt she'd approve."
Arcadia Amy stood there speechless, and then looked down sadly. "I understand..."
"C'mon," Rini said, "let's just go play." The kids then all stood up and ran off.
As Anthony and Sasha headed towards the bay window area to observe the training, Anthony was soon stopped when he felt a hand on his shoulder preventing him from going any further. He then sensed who it was...
"Alright...what do you want, Veggie?" Anthony said, turning towards the face of Vegeta, who was giving Anthony an interesting look.
"Oh, nothing much..." Vegeta said with an interesting smile. "I just figured that as long as your two students are learning how to fight like the Saiyan, that their teacher could use a few lessons..."
Anthony's eyes widened when he realized what Vegeta had planned. "OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOH no, Veggie! I know what you're planning, and the LAST thing I need is a beating from you!"
"Come now, Accountantmaster," Vegeta said, causing Anthony to sneer slightly. "We may not see eye to eye, but I still respect your tenacity as a warrior. Besides...I doubt your students should be more powerful than their teacher."
"Hmmm..." Anthony said, thinking about this. "Well...I suppose I could use some fight practice myself. But if you're going to be the guy training me, we'll need..."
Almost on cue, Vegeta held up a bag filled with beans...Senzu Beans to be precise. "Perfect," Anthony said. "Alright, lets get some training equipment..."
As the two heroes went to get ready, Sasha sat down near the bay window to watch all that was to take place. But regarding Anthony, she couldn't help but think, "What is he THINKING?!?"
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A couple hours of moves training found Lars learning all types of fighting moves he never knew before. In fact, after some sparring with both Rei and Lita, it became apparent that Lars wasn't going to need much more.
"Excellent work, Lars," Lita said, after Lars had successfully managed to fend off several attacks. "Are you sure you haven't taken any martial arts lessons?"
"Well, my weaponry training probably aided with that," Lars said, "plus the fact those new metabolic powers I learned aided with my agility."
"I see," Rei said. "Well, I think you know the basics now. Once Trunks and Gohan are done with Jenna, we'll let them take over."
"Alright then," Lars said, and then turned towards where Jenna was training.
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Jenna was amazed at how fast she was moving. Her martial arts training allowed her to move fast, that was for certain...but the Quicken and Strengthen powers she learned when her psionics were unlocked were allowing her to move like she never had before. Even Gohan was impressed...and for a Saiyan, that's saying a lot.
"Nice work, Jenna!" Gohan said. "Looks like those psionics of yours improved your reflexes! I've haven't even seen Videl move as fast as you did!"
"Thanks," Jenna said, gasping for breath. "Anything else you need to teach me?"
"I don't think so," Trunks said. "Normally, we'd teach you how to control your energy...but your psionics training took care of that. Heck, you even teleported to avoid an attack!"
"Okay..." Jenna said, and then noticed Lars, Rei, and Lita approaching. "Hey, Lars! Done already?"
"Yeah," Lars said. "Apparently, our psionics are giving us an edge."
"Something Anthony must've experienced," Jenna pointed out. "Well, I'm done, Lars, so you're next with Trunks and Gohan."
"Alright," Lars said, and then walked up to Gohan. "So...what do we need to do?"
As Trunks and Gohan described what was to be done, Jenna noticed Anthony and Vegeta walking out towards another area of the Masaki grounds. Rei and Lita noticed the same thing.
"Strange...what are they doing?" Rei asked.
"Let's go find out," Jenna said, and the three girls headed over towards their location.
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As Anthony and Vegeta readied their fighting gloves and foot pads, Anthony looked warily at Vegeta. He was worried that Vegeta had more in mind than just fighting lessons...especially since they've been at ends at certain times.
"Alright, Anthony," Vegeta said after they both got ready. "Are you ready to fight?"
"Yeah...just as long as you tell me the REAL reason you're doing this," Anthony remarked.
"Well, as I said, I figured you could use some fighting training as well, since you probably don't want to be weaker than your two students," Vegeta said. "Besides...it's the perfect way to release some steam from the disagreements we've had."
"I KNEW it!" Anthony said.
"Don't worry, I have no intention of permanently maiming you," Vegeta said. "Now...shall we get started?"
Anthony nodded and stood in a fighting stance as Vegeta also got into a fighting stance. Before they got started, they heard Rei's voice. "WAIT! What are you doing?!?"
Vegeta turned towards the source of the voice, seeing Jenna, Rei, and Lita approach. "Do you mind? I'm about to train..."
"You'll KILL HIM!!" Lita said.
"I HAVE NO INTENTION TO!" Vegeta said. "Besides, I brought Senzu beans, just in case."
"Don't worry, guys," Anthony said. "I've faced him before...though it wasn't much of a fight since I paralyzed him."
"Don't remind me..." Vegeta said. "I take it you won't be doing that trick again."
"Nah...I'll fight fair this time," Anthony said. "Now...let us begin..."
Jenna, Lita, and Rei stood back to give the two warriors plenty of room. Anthony and Vegeta then rushed towards each other with fists clenched...
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Although Lars fared well in his training with Gohan and Trunks, he didn't do as well as Jenna did. He did manage to fend off the attacks sent towards him, but wasn't as fast compared to Jenna.
"Alright, Lars," Gohan said, seeing an exhausted Lars, "great work! Not as fast as your cousin, but you did quite well!"
"Thanks," Lars said, panting heavily and then looked over to the side, noticing a small commotion. "Hey...what's going on over there?"
Trunks looked over where Lars was, and saw Anthony and Vegeta fighting. "What the...what is Dad DOING?!?"
"Whoa! I didn't know Anthony could move that fast!" Gohan said.
"C'mon, Gohan, we've got to stop them before we're short one Gamemaster!" Trunks said, and then the three ran over to where the fight was.
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Vegeta was surprised at how fast Anthony was moving. Apparently his psionic ability, combined with his experiences from the adventures he had previously, gave him incredible fighting ability. Of course, Anthony had yet to land a single punch, since Vegeta was just to fast.
Anthony was also surprised...that he was able to block many of Vegeta's attacks like he was doing. However...his arms and legs were getting very sore from blocking Vegeta's attacks, and he was feeling exhausted because he was pushing his psi ability to the max.
Eventually, Anthony asked Vegeta to stop. Vegeta backed off and Anthony collapsed on the ground from exhaustion. Vegeta handed Anthony a Senzo bean, which Anthony ate, but Anthony remained seated on the ground taking deep breaths. It was then that Anthony looked up at Vegeta...and the two of them smiled at each other.
"Man..." Anthony said, "that had to be the BEST workout I ever had!"
"I'm quite impressed, Accountantmaster," Vegeta said. "Perhaps we should spar on a regular basis...you certainly have potential."
"Dad, what were you DOING?!?" Trunks said, running up with Gohan and Lars.
"It's alright, Trunks," Anthony said. "Vegeta and I were just sparring...and I must say I'm surprised I could move like that..."
"I'll say!" Gohan said. "I think you outdid both Jenna and Lars!"
"Speaking of which," Anthony said, changing the subject, "how did Jenna and Lars do?"
"Passed with flying colors," Trunks said. "I think they're ready for the next step..."
"Excellent," Anthony said. "Okay, I'll go get Amy and Sasha and..."
"ANTHONY!"
All present turned towards the source of the yell, and saw Yugi running up towards the group. "Yugi, what's wrong?" Anthony asked.
"It's Arcadia Amy," Yugi said. "She decided to have Goten and the other Trunks show her some moves despite what you said, and she took a bad hit to the face!"
"Dammit, why didn't she listen?!?" Anthony said, and then turned towards the group. "Lars, get Sasha in the house, we may need her healing magic. Vegeta, bring those Senzu beans."
Everyone, save Lars, ran towards where the kids were. They saw Arcadia Amy pressing an ice pack that Sasami got to her cheek, and Anthony knelt down next to her.
"Amy, let me look," Anthony said, and carefully removed the ice pack from her face. He saw a large bruise covering her entire cheek. "Alright, now just hold still..." Anthony said, and carefully placed a hand on her cheek and used the Biofeedback power to heal it. Eventually, the bruise disappeared.
"There...that's better," Anthony said, and then took a more serious tone. "Amy, what were thinking?!? I thought I said..."
"I...I know, it's just I was curious..." Arcadia Amy said.
Gohan and Vegeta immediately took Goten and Chibi-Trunks by the arms. "You two are coming with us," Gohan said. "I think your mothers will want to have a talk with you." The four Saiyans then flew off into the sky.
Trunks then said to the group, "I'd better go too. Just to make sure father doesn't kill my younger self and so I don't cease to exist."
Anthony shook his head and noticed Lars and Sasha approaching. "Anthony, is Amy alright?" Sasha asked.
"She'll be fine," Anthony said, and then looked towards Arcadia Amy with a stern glance. "We'd better go back to the Larson Clan home now. I think Mary will want to have a little talk with her daughter..."
Anthony said his goodbyes and thanks to the Ani-Earthers, and then he and his students headed towards the Masaki Shrine and the portals.