Cell growled in annoyance as she scanned the battlefield for any signs of
Vegeta. She knew she shouldn't have taken her eyes off him, even for the
couple of seconds it took for her to kill that Junsui who'd attacked her,
but she doesn't let anyone get away with attacking her.
The android grit her teeth angrily as she sent a few laser beams toward nearby Junsui with the point of her finger, easily piercing their flesh and ending their lives quickly.
"Weaklings. Why don't the morons wear proper armor?"
Cell blinked when she sensed Vegeta's power level quickly approaching her current position. Seconds later, the prince flashed into view with another Yokoshima warrior close behind. The android's eyes narrowed in suspicion as she studied the other soldier. She'd never seen him before and she was usually rather thorough when it came to keeping tabs on the lookers in the army. And Vegeta, she noted, had a smirk on his face, which was something she rarely saw while the prince was in battle. Something was off here and it was her job to find out what.
"Where'd you run off to?" Cell asked as the two warriors landed nearby.
The stranger appeared uncomfortable for some reason. But on the other hand, who wouldn't be uncomfortable if they were standing next to two of the most powerful warriors in the Yokoshima army?
"What's it matter to you, woman?!" Vegeta snapped as he strode past the android. "Have all the intended targets been collected?"
Cell folded her arms and frowned. "Yes. except that blonde Saiyajin. What happened to him anyway? Weren't you fighting him when I saw you last?"
Goku avoided eye contact with the woman as she looked directly at him with a hint of suspicion in her eyes before she glanced back at Vegeta, who was facing away from her.
"He got away." the Saiyajin answered simply.
"How?!" Cell cried as her patience ran thin. "You had the monkey by the tail and you're telling me he got away?!"
"Are you going deaf in your old age, woman?! If that's what I said, then that's what I mean! I'll get him next time. Now if all the prisoners have been taken, then there's no point in continuing this battle. Let's go." Vegeta growled before taking to the air again with Goku close behind.
Cell folded her arms and watched the two carefully. She'd figure out what was going on one way or another.
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"That woman is scary." Goku said as he glanced behind him.
The battlefield was far in the distance and they were now quickly approaching the Yokoshima base.
"Scary isn't the word for Cell. More like 'freak of nature'. She's one of the strongest in the army, so steer clear of her. She can be tricky too, so if you happen to run into her, keep your mouth shut. She can get information from a person without them even knowing it." Vegeta explained as he glanced at a few passing Yokoshima soldiers.
Goku was silent for a moment before speaking again. "Why are you taking prisoners?"
The prince frowned momentarily before answering. "Orders."
"What are you going to do with them then?" the other Saiyajin asked.
It was only natural for him to be worried about the fate of his fellow Junsui, so he felt it was his responsibility to make sure they weren't going to be killed.
"They won't be killed if that's what you're worried about." Vegeta muttered. "They're just being held as insurance. Now forget about them. We have more important things to worry about."
"Like what?" Goku asked as he looked ahead at the now visible Yokoshima military base.
"Like keeping you from getting discovered. No matter how well you've been disguised, people will still be suspicious about your sudden appearance. And I'm sure your behavior will be questionable too. Hopefully you're good at observing and mimicking the other soldiers because I can't usher you around and teach you the basics of our behavior. If I were to be seen with a lower ranking soldier, then it would definitely turn some heads and bring unwanted attention to both of us. You understand?"
"Yeah. But it isn't going to be easy for me to blend in just like that, you know." the Junsui Saiyajin said with a hint of nervousness in his tone.
Vegeta nodded as he continued to keep his eyes on the base up ahead. "I'm aware of that and it's already been taken care of. If you recall, I mentioned that there are plenty of other Saiyajins who are part of this rebellion as well. The ones I find to be trustworthy have already been informed of you and will be there to show you the ropes and to make sure you don't get yourself killed in record time. Now enough of this talk. We're here."
The two Saiyajins quickly landed in front of a large, dark, stone building. Goku was slightly amazed that even the Yokoshima's base looked dark and evil, even though the materials used were the same as the ones the Junsui used for their own buildings. He looked back at Vegeta, who motioned toward another soldier who was waiting a little ways off.
"His name is Hidoku. He'll show you around. Don't trust anyone unless he tells you it's safe."
Goku nodded and without another word, the prince turned and quickly disappeared through a dark entryway, leaving him alone with the stranger known as Hidoku. This warrior was large and bulky, and was taller than he himself was. Like every other Yokoshima warrior Goku had seen so far, he wore the traditional black and red battle armor, and like Vegeta, this Saiyajin had dark wings. Hidoku also had jet black eyes and hair; hair which seemed to have a mind of its own seeing as how it looked as if it intended to do whatever it wanted. It was somewhat refreshing to see that he wasn't the only one in the universe who had gravity defying hair. Goku glanced around and forced himself to go against his instincts and not smile in greeting as he approached the other Saiyajin, who was waiting patiently for him.
"So I suppose you're Kakarotto?" Hidoku asked once he was close enough.
"Yeah, that's me." he replied as he found himself biting his lip to keep from acting anything like a cheerful Junsui. Goku blinked in confusion when he noticed that the other Saiyajin was staring at him oddly.
"What?"
Hidoku scratched his head before smirking. "Nothing really. I'd just forgotten what a Saiyajin looked like without these eye-sores." he said as he motioned toward his bat-like wings.
"Oh. Well I'm not sure if Vegeta told you, but I'm not supposed to be a Saiyajin because of the wing problem. That's why I'm hiding my tail." Goku said as he motioned toward the blackened sash around his waist.
The other Saiyajin raised an eyebrow, but shrugged and motioned for Goku to follow as he turned and began to walk into the base. "So then what are you supposed to be?"
The Junsui Saiyajin opened his mouth to say something, but then paused and thought for a moment. "Uh. I dunno. We never talked about that."
"Hn. We'll come up with something." Hidoku said as he led the other Saiyajin further into the military base.
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"Daraku, I feel that Vegeta is up to no good." Cell said as she regarded the Yokoshima leader calmly.
The demon raised an eyebrow before smirking. "He's a Saiyajin. When is he ever up to good?"
Cell blinked as she shifted her weight to her other leg. Daraku wasn't one for jokes, so she had no idea how to react to his sudden sense of humor without getting her head blown off.
"Continue." he finally said with the wave of his hand.
"Well, while out on the battlefield today, I saw Vegeta engaged in battle with the blonde Saiyajin, Kakarotto. He clearly had the advantage because he had the Saiyajin by the tail, and I'm sure you know how sensitive those appendages are."
"I do." Daraku said with a sadistic grin.
Cell swallowed nervously and continued. "Yes, well I took my eyes off him for a few minutes to pursue an attacking Junsui, and when I saw Vegeta again, the blonde Saiyajin was nowhere to be found and instead he was accompanied by another Yokoshima warrior whom I've never seen before. The little prince claimed the Saiyajin got away, though I don't see how."
Daraku stood silently for a moment as his blood red eyes seemed to stare a hole through the android before him. "Did you get the new soldier's name?"
"No." Cell replied.
"Hn. That is all for now then." the demon said as he waved his hand in dismissal. The android nodded and quickly headed for the door before Daraku's voice stopped her again.
"And Cell. I suggest you keep a better eye on Vegeta from now on. It is your job after all, and if you can't perform the simple task, then I don't see any point in keeping you around. And you know what happens when people are no longer any use to me."
Cell's eyes widened ever so slightly before she opened the door and began to walk out. "I understand."
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"Here we are. This is where the rebel Saiyajins gather whenever necessary. I'm sure they're all eager to meet you. Some more than others." Hidoku said with a smirk as he opened a large wooden door.
Goku looked up at him oddly for a moment before glancing into the large room that was now visible to him. It appeared to be very much like a lounge and was filled with other Saiyajins, who had all turned to look at him. Needless to say, Goku was more than a little nervous about all the attention.
Hidoku decided to break the silence and he stepped into the room as Goku trailed behind. "Everyone, this is Kakarotto; the Saiyajin from the Junsui side."
"Well no kidding." A large burly, not to mention bald, Saiyajin said from a large table he sat at. "Who else are we expecting?"
"Shove it, Nappa!" Hidoku said harshly.
Goku sweat dropped as the bald Saiyajin made a rude gesture at the other Saiyajin with his middle finger. The Junsui warrior could remember Bulma doing that a few times to Krillin, but he never knew exactly what it meant. All he knew was that it wasn't very nice.
"Grow up, you two." a woman said in an annoyed tone. "Is this the impression you want Kakarotto to have of you?"
Both the fighting Saiyajins just shrugged before they turned back to each other and continued to bicker, each using a string of curse words that Goku didn't even think were possible to use in one sentence.
The woman sighed and shook her head. She was about the same height as Bulma and had short, spiky black hair. Her eyes were a slight pinkish color, which was strange for a Saiyajin, which she clearly was since she had a tail wrapped around her waist that became visible when she stood from her chair at the table. It was strange that she looked so fragile, judging from her petite frame, but her power level said she was anything but weak.
The woman smiled as she walked over to another chair and motioned for Goku to come sit down. "Hi. My name is Selphia. I'm glad I've finally gotten the chance to see you again. It's been a long time."
Goku looked at the woman in confusion as he sat down and she returned to her own chair next to him. "I've met you before?" he asked, slightly tilting his head to the side.
The gesture made Selphia chuckle a bit. "Just as cute as I remember." she cooed as she reached over and pinched the Saiyajin's blushing cheek.
"Cut it out, woman! He's not a child anymore!" a deep and voice snapped in annoyance.
Goku blinked and looked over toward the door at another Saiyajin who'd just entered and nearly fell out of his chair when he discovered that he was looking at himself.
"Oh, shut up, Bardock! I haven't seen him in twenty years! I think I deserve to pinch his cheek!"
"And I think you deserve a good hit upside your head, but I'm controlling myself. I suggest you do the same before your actions attract attention." the man snapped, causing Selphia to pout and fold her arms in a childish fashion.
Bardock smirked at her for a moment before looking over at the newest member of the rebels. "I hear you're a Super Saiyajin already. Is this true?"
Goku, who was still thoroughly confused as to why the other Saiyajin looked exactly like him, opened his mouth to reply, but was cut off by Selphia.
"Honestly, Bardock! You finally meet your son after twenty years and all you can do is ask about his power level?! What's wrong with you?!"
"Shut the hell up, Selphia! There will be plenty of time for that sentimental crap later! Right now we have more important things to worry about!" Bardock shouted.
"Screw you! Daraku can wait! I thought my baby was dead up until a few days ago, and I want to get to know him again! I hated not having a son!"
"Hey! What about me?!" another large Saiyajin cried from across the table. This man had long spiky hair that stretched down to his ankles and he had facial features that resembled that of Vegeta's.
Selphia blinked and looked over at him. "Oh, Radditz. I forgot about you."
"Gee, thanks. I feel so loved." the Saiyajin muttered as he folded his arms angrily.
Goku sat there in complete silence as he looked between the three Saiyajins while they bickered with each other. He wasn't completely sure yet, but apparently these people were his mother, father, and unloved brother. He didn't know whether to be happy, mad, or just plain terrified.
"Enough!"
Goku jumped and looked over at yet another Saiyajin who looked exactly like him. "You people are giving me a headache! Stop acting like children!"
"Hold your tongue, Turles!" Bardock growled. "I outta kick your ass!"
"Don't strain yourself, old man. I wouldn't want you throwing your back out." the second Goku-look alike taunted. It didn't take long for another verbal fight to break out between the Saiyajins.
"SHUT UP!!"
Everyone froze as they looked over at Vegeta, who was standing in the doorway, frowning at everyone. "I don't know whether I should blast you all or put you in separate corners! Grow up!"
"Yeah, grow up." Selphia said before sticking her tongue out at the group.
The prince shook his head in pity, then looked over at Goku, who was staring wide-eyed at the group. He smirked at the pale Saiyajin. "Enjoying your family reunion, Kakarotto?"
The Junsui Saiyajin looked over at Vegeta and chuckled nervously while nodding his head.
"Good. Now I can't stay long because most likely I'm being watched, but there are a few things we need to discuss." Vegeta said as he closed the door behind him and approached the now silent group of Saiyajins. "I realized that we can't call Kakarotto by his Saiyajin name because Daraku had already labeled the blonde Saiyajin as such. We'll have to call him by his Junsui name to avoid being discovered."
Everyone looked over at the Saiyajin.
"Uh. It's Goku." he said.
"Goku?" Bardock questioned. "What the hell kind of name is that?"
"Well I think it's exotic and cute, so shove off, dear." Selphia said as she smirked at Bardock, then at Goku.
Vegeta blinked as Bardock mumbled under his breath before continuing. "Anyway, it's also come to my attention that Goku's appearance could be a problem as well. Turles and Bardock are both known for their nearly identical appearances, so if a third look-alike were to suddenly appear, there's no doubt that it would draw attention."
"So then what are we supposed to do about it?" Turles asked as he folded his arms and looked at the Junsui Saiyajin.
Vegeta thought for a moment before speaking again. "Well, Goku's appearance changes completely between his normal form and Super Saiyajin form. The problem is we can't have him walking around in either form because of the obvious resemblance problem, and the golden Saiyajin problem. Even with his tail hidden, it'll be pretty obvious who he is."
Everyone was silent for a moment. Suddenly, Selphia's face lit up. "How about a cross between both forms?"
The other Saiyajins looked at her in confusion. She turned to Goku with an excited smile on her face. "Quickly, turn Super Saiyajin."
Goku blinked, but did so in a matter of seconds. He quickly made sure to mask his ki again afterward to ensure he didn't bring attention to himself.
The other Saiyajins stared blankly at the now golden haired Saiyajin.
"Gee, I wish I could do that." Radditz finally muttered, breaking the silence.
Bardock smirked and looked at his oldest. "If your hair stuck up like that, you'd look like an over-grown shrub."
"Hn."
"Can you keep this form all the time? Even when you sleep?" Selphia asked.
"Yeah." Goku replied as he began to feel more comfortable around the group. He always felt safer in his Super Saiyajin form, and if he were able to remain like this the entire time he was staying in the Yokoshima military base, then this 'mission' would be a whole lot easier for him. He even felt more aggressive in this form, so his acting might improve as well.
"Perfect!" the woman cried.
"So? How do you plan to alter his appearance?" Vegeta asked.
"Dye! If we dye his hair black, the new shape of it and his teal colored eyes will give him a completely different appearance! Yes, I'm a genius!"
Selphia glared at the group as a few of them snickered at her last comment. "Screw you guys!"
Vegeta rolled his eyes. "There's still one more problem."
Everyone turned to look at him in question.
"His race. People are bound to ask. And he can't be a Saiyajin."
Goku thought for a moment before speaking up. "How about a ningen (human) then?"
"A ningen? Aren't they generally weak creatures?" Turles asked, frowning slightly at the idea that a Saiyajin could ever be called a ningen.
"No, it's perfect." Vegeta said. "I don't want Goku showing his complete power right now anyway, so letting people think he's weaker than he really is will give us another advantage when the time to rebel comes. Now go ahead and dye his hair and explain all the details to him before tomorrow. I have to get back now." the prince said as he turned and headed for the door.
He paused once his hand was on the knob and turned back to Bardock and Selphia. "And you two try not to argue with each other too much. I hear it can be traumatizing for a human child to see their parents fighting."
A few Saiyajins couldn't help but laugh as Bardock and Selphia glared at each other in a 'loving' manner.
The android grit her teeth angrily as she sent a few laser beams toward nearby Junsui with the point of her finger, easily piercing their flesh and ending their lives quickly.
"Weaklings. Why don't the morons wear proper armor?"
Cell blinked when she sensed Vegeta's power level quickly approaching her current position. Seconds later, the prince flashed into view with another Yokoshima warrior close behind. The android's eyes narrowed in suspicion as she studied the other soldier. She'd never seen him before and she was usually rather thorough when it came to keeping tabs on the lookers in the army. And Vegeta, she noted, had a smirk on his face, which was something she rarely saw while the prince was in battle. Something was off here and it was her job to find out what.
"Where'd you run off to?" Cell asked as the two warriors landed nearby.
The stranger appeared uncomfortable for some reason. But on the other hand, who wouldn't be uncomfortable if they were standing next to two of the most powerful warriors in the Yokoshima army?
"What's it matter to you, woman?!" Vegeta snapped as he strode past the android. "Have all the intended targets been collected?"
Cell folded her arms and frowned. "Yes. except that blonde Saiyajin. What happened to him anyway? Weren't you fighting him when I saw you last?"
Goku avoided eye contact with the woman as she looked directly at him with a hint of suspicion in her eyes before she glanced back at Vegeta, who was facing away from her.
"He got away." the Saiyajin answered simply.
"How?!" Cell cried as her patience ran thin. "You had the monkey by the tail and you're telling me he got away?!"
"Are you going deaf in your old age, woman?! If that's what I said, then that's what I mean! I'll get him next time. Now if all the prisoners have been taken, then there's no point in continuing this battle. Let's go." Vegeta growled before taking to the air again with Goku close behind.
Cell folded her arms and watched the two carefully. She'd figure out what was going on one way or another.
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"That woman is scary." Goku said as he glanced behind him.
The battlefield was far in the distance and they were now quickly approaching the Yokoshima base.
"Scary isn't the word for Cell. More like 'freak of nature'. She's one of the strongest in the army, so steer clear of her. She can be tricky too, so if you happen to run into her, keep your mouth shut. She can get information from a person without them even knowing it." Vegeta explained as he glanced at a few passing Yokoshima soldiers.
Goku was silent for a moment before speaking again. "Why are you taking prisoners?"
The prince frowned momentarily before answering. "Orders."
"What are you going to do with them then?" the other Saiyajin asked.
It was only natural for him to be worried about the fate of his fellow Junsui, so he felt it was his responsibility to make sure they weren't going to be killed.
"They won't be killed if that's what you're worried about." Vegeta muttered. "They're just being held as insurance. Now forget about them. We have more important things to worry about."
"Like what?" Goku asked as he looked ahead at the now visible Yokoshima military base.
"Like keeping you from getting discovered. No matter how well you've been disguised, people will still be suspicious about your sudden appearance. And I'm sure your behavior will be questionable too. Hopefully you're good at observing and mimicking the other soldiers because I can't usher you around and teach you the basics of our behavior. If I were to be seen with a lower ranking soldier, then it would definitely turn some heads and bring unwanted attention to both of us. You understand?"
"Yeah. But it isn't going to be easy for me to blend in just like that, you know." the Junsui Saiyajin said with a hint of nervousness in his tone.
Vegeta nodded as he continued to keep his eyes on the base up ahead. "I'm aware of that and it's already been taken care of. If you recall, I mentioned that there are plenty of other Saiyajins who are part of this rebellion as well. The ones I find to be trustworthy have already been informed of you and will be there to show you the ropes and to make sure you don't get yourself killed in record time. Now enough of this talk. We're here."
The two Saiyajins quickly landed in front of a large, dark, stone building. Goku was slightly amazed that even the Yokoshima's base looked dark and evil, even though the materials used were the same as the ones the Junsui used for their own buildings. He looked back at Vegeta, who motioned toward another soldier who was waiting a little ways off.
"His name is Hidoku. He'll show you around. Don't trust anyone unless he tells you it's safe."
Goku nodded and without another word, the prince turned and quickly disappeared through a dark entryway, leaving him alone with the stranger known as Hidoku. This warrior was large and bulky, and was taller than he himself was. Like every other Yokoshima warrior Goku had seen so far, he wore the traditional black and red battle armor, and like Vegeta, this Saiyajin had dark wings. Hidoku also had jet black eyes and hair; hair which seemed to have a mind of its own seeing as how it looked as if it intended to do whatever it wanted. It was somewhat refreshing to see that he wasn't the only one in the universe who had gravity defying hair. Goku glanced around and forced himself to go against his instincts and not smile in greeting as he approached the other Saiyajin, who was waiting patiently for him.
"So I suppose you're Kakarotto?" Hidoku asked once he was close enough.
"Yeah, that's me." he replied as he found himself biting his lip to keep from acting anything like a cheerful Junsui. Goku blinked in confusion when he noticed that the other Saiyajin was staring at him oddly.
"What?"
Hidoku scratched his head before smirking. "Nothing really. I'd just forgotten what a Saiyajin looked like without these eye-sores." he said as he motioned toward his bat-like wings.
"Oh. Well I'm not sure if Vegeta told you, but I'm not supposed to be a Saiyajin because of the wing problem. That's why I'm hiding my tail." Goku said as he motioned toward the blackened sash around his waist.
The other Saiyajin raised an eyebrow, but shrugged and motioned for Goku to follow as he turned and began to walk into the base. "So then what are you supposed to be?"
The Junsui Saiyajin opened his mouth to say something, but then paused and thought for a moment. "Uh. I dunno. We never talked about that."
"Hn. We'll come up with something." Hidoku said as he led the other Saiyajin further into the military base.
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"Daraku, I feel that Vegeta is up to no good." Cell said as she regarded the Yokoshima leader calmly.
The demon raised an eyebrow before smirking. "He's a Saiyajin. When is he ever up to good?"
Cell blinked as she shifted her weight to her other leg. Daraku wasn't one for jokes, so she had no idea how to react to his sudden sense of humor without getting her head blown off.
"Continue." he finally said with the wave of his hand.
"Well, while out on the battlefield today, I saw Vegeta engaged in battle with the blonde Saiyajin, Kakarotto. He clearly had the advantage because he had the Saiyajin by the tail, and I'm sure you know how sensitive those appendages are."
"I do." Daraku said with a sadistic grin.
Cell swallowed nervously and continued. "Yes, well I took my eyes off him for a few minutes to pursue an attacking Junsui, and when I saw Vegeta again, the blonde Saiyajin was nowhere to be found and instead he was accompanied by another Yokoshima warrior whom I've never seen before. The little prince claimed the Saiyajin got away, though I don't see how."
Daraku stood silently for a moment as his blood red eyes seemed to stare a hole through the android before him. "Did you get the new soldier's name?"
"No." Cell replied.
"Hn. That is all for now then." the demon said as he waved his hand in dismissal. The android nodded and quickly headed for the door before Daraku's voice stopped her again.
"And Cell. I suggest you keep a better eye on Vegeta from now on. It is your job after all, and if you can't perform the simple task, then I don't see any point in keeping you around. And you know what happens when people are no longer any use to me."
Cell's eyes widened ever so slightly before she opened the door and began to walk out. "I understand."
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"Here we are. This is where the rebel Saiyajins gather whenever necessary. I'm sure they're all eager to meet you. Some more than others." Hidoku said with a smirk as he opened a large wooden door.
Goku looked up at him oddly for a moment before glancing into the large room that was now visible to him. It appeared to be very much like a lounge and was filled with other Saiyajins, who had all turned to look at him. Needless to say, Goku was more than a little nervous about all the attention.
Hidoku decided to break the silence and he stepped into the room as Goku trailed behind. "Everyone, this is Kakarotto; the Saiyajin from the Junsui side."
"Well no kidding." A large burly, not to mention bald, Saiyajin said from a large table he sat at. "Who else are we expecting?"
"Shove it, Nappa!" Hidoku said harshly.
Goku sweat dropped as the bald Saiyajin made a rude gesture at the other Saiyajin with his middle finger. The Junsui warrior could remember Bulma doing that a few times to Krillin, but he never knew exactly what it meant. All he knew was that it wasn't very nice.
"Grow up, you two." a woman said in an annoyed tone. "Is this the impression you want Kakarotto to have of you?"
Both the fighting Saiyajins just shrugged before they turned back to each other and continued to bicker, each using a string of curse words that Goku didn't even think were possible to use in one sentence.
The woman sighed and shook her head. She was about the same height as Bulma and had short, spiky black hair. Her eyes were a slight pinkish color, which was strange for a Saiyajin, which she clearly was since she had a tail wrapped around her waist that became visible when she stood from her chair at the table. It was strange that she looked so fragile, judging from her petite frame, but her power level said she was anything but weak.
The woman smiled as she walked over to another chair and motioned for Goku to come sit down. "Hi. My name is Selphia. I'm glad I've finally gotten the chance to see you again. It's been a long time."
Goku looked at the woman in confusion as he sat down and she returned to her own chair next to him. "I've met you before?" he asked, slightly tilting his head to the side.
The gesture made Selphia chuckle a bit. "Just as cute as I remember." she cooed as she reached over and pinched the Saiyajin's blushing cheek.
"Cut it out, woman! He's not a child anymore!" a deep and voice snapped in annoyance.
Goku blinked and looked over toward the door at another Saiyajin who'd just entered and nearly fell out of his chair when he discovered that he was looking at himself.
"Oh, shut up, Bardock! I haven't seen him in twenty years! I think I deserve to pinch his cheek!"
"And I think you deserve a good hit upside your head, but I'm controlling myself. I suggest you do the same before your actions attract attention." the man snapped, causing Selphia to pout and fold her arms in a childish fashion.
Bardock smirked at her for a moment before looking over at the newest member of the rebels. "I hear you're a Super Saiyajin already. Is this true?"
Goku, who was still thoroughly confused as to why the other Saiyajin looked exactly like him, opened his mouth to reply, but was cut off by Selphia.
"Honestly, Bardock! You finally meet your son after twenty years and all you can do is ask about his power level?! What's wrong with you?!"
"Shut the hell up, Selphia! There will be plenty of time for that sentimental crap later! Right now we have more important things to worry about!" Bardock shouted.
"Screw you! Daraku can wait! I thought my baby was dead up until a few days ago, and I want to get to know him again! I hated not having a son!"
"Hey! What about me?!" another large Saiyajin cried from across the table. This man had long spiky hair that stretched down to his ankles and he had facial features that resembled that of Vegeta's.
Selphia blinked and looked over at him. "Oh, Radditz. I forgot about you."
"Gee, thanks. I feel so loved." the Saiyajin muttered as he folded his arms angrily.
Goku sat there in complete silence as he looked between the three Saiyajins while they bickered with each other. He wasn't completely sure yet, but apparently these people were his mother, father, and unloved brother. He didn't know whether to be happy, mad, or just plain terrified.
"Enough!"
Goku jumped and looked over at yet another Saiyajin who looked exactly like him. "You people are giving me a headache! Stop acting like children!"
"Hold your tongue, Turles!" Bardock growled. "I outta kick your ass!"
"Don't strain yourself, old man. I wouldn't want you throwing your back out." the second Goku-look alike taunted. It didn't take long for another verbal fight to break out between the Saiyajins.
"SHUT UP!!"
Everyone froze as they looked over at Vegeta, who was standing in the doorway, frowning at everyone. "I don't know whether I should blast you all or put you in separate corners! Grow up!"
"Yeah, grow up." Selphia said before sticking her tongue out at the group.
The prince shook his head in pity, then looked over at Goku, who was staring wide-eyed at the group. He smirked at the pale Saiyajin. "Enjoying your family reunion, Kakarotto?"
The Junsui Saiyajin looked over at Vegeta and chuckled nervously while nodding his head.
"Good. Now I can't stay long because most likely I'm being watched, but there are a few things we need to discuss." Vegeta said as he closed the door behind him and approached the now silent group of Saiyajins. "I realized that we can't call Kakarotto by his Saiyajin name because Daraku had already labeled the blonde Saiyajin as such. We'll have to call him by his Junsui name to avoid being discovered."
Everyone looked over at the Saiyajin.
"Uh. It's Goku." he said.
"Goku?" Bardock questioned. "What the hell kind of name is that?"
"Well I think it's exotic and cute, so shove off, dear." Selphia said as she smirked at Bardock, then at Goku.
Vegeta blinked as Bardock mumbled under his breath before continuing. "Anyway, it's also come to my attention that Goku's appearance could be a problem as well. Turles and Bardock are both known for their nearly identical appearances, so if a third look-alike were to suddenly appear, there's no doubt that it would draw attention."
"So then what are we supposed to do about it?" Turles asked as he folded his arms and looked at the Junsui Saiyajin.
Vegeta thought for a moment before speaking again. "Well, Goku's appearance changes completely between his normal form and Super Saiyajin form. The problem is we can't have him walking around in either form because of the obvious resemblance problem, and the golden Saiyajin problem. Even with his tail hidden, it'll be pretty obvious who he is."
Everyone was silent for a moment. Suddenly, Selphia's face lit up. "How about a cross between both forms?"
The other Saiyajins looked at her in confusion. She turned to Goku with an excited smile on her face. "Quickly, turn Super Saiyajin."
Goku blinked, but did so in a matter of seconds. He quickly made sure to mask his ki again afterward to ensure he didn't bring attention to himself.
The other Saiyajins stared blankly at the now golden haired Saiyajin.
"Gee, I wish I could do that." Radditz finally muttered, breaking the silence.
Bardock smirked and looked at his oldest. "If your hair stuck up like that, you'd look like an over-grown shrub."
"Hn."
"Can you keep this form all the time? Even when you sleep?" Selphia asked.
"Yeah." Goku replied as he began to feel more comfortable around the group. He always felt safer in his Super Saiyajin form, and if he were able to remain like this the entire time he was staying in the Yokoshima military base, then this 'mission' would be a whole lot easier for him. He even felt more aggressive in this form, so his acting might improve as well.
"Perfect!" the woman cried.
"So? How do you plan to alter his appearance?" Vegeta asked.
"Dye! If we dye his hair black, the new shape of it and his teal colored eyes will give him a completely different appearance! Yes, I'm a genius!"
Selphia glared at the group as a few of them snickered at her last comment. "Screw you guys!"
Vegeta rolled his eyes. "There's still one more problem."
Everyone turned to look at him in question.
"His race. People are bound to ask. And he can't be a Saiyajin."
Goku thought for a moment before speaking up. "How about a ningen (human) then?"
"A ningen? Aren't they generally weak creatures?" Turles asked, frowning slightly at the idea that a Saiyajin could ever be called a ningen.
"No, it's perfect." Vegeta said. "I don't want Goku showing his complete power right now anyway, so letting people think he's weaker than he really is will give us another advantage when the time to rebel comes. Now go ahead and dye his hair and explain all the details to him before tomorrow. I have to get back now." the prince said as he turned and headed for the door.
He paused once his hand was on the knob and turned back to Bardock and Selphia. "And you two try not to argue with each other too much. I hear it can be traumatizing for a human child to see their parents fighting."
A few Saiyajins couldn't help but laugh as Bardock and Selphia glared at each other in a 'loving' manner.