Part 4: Complicated Months
Chapter 11: Round One
*waves timidly to my adoring fans* Hello everyone, it's been a while.
Hehehehehehehehe.
Anyway, without further ado, the first round of the tournament!
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Two mysterious figures snuck ever close to the bed, their black clothing blending well with the near darkness of the room. The only source of light was from where the curtains don't quite close all the way, allowing a thin sliver of pale light from the streetlights outside the window to filter through. Grasped in their hands are several items that will be used on one of the two unsuspecting occupants of the room's single bed.
Are you sure this is gonna work?
The other partner in mischief glared at him, the effect lost completely in the dark, Of course I am you idiot! My plans are perfect! They always work!
I don't know Trunks. It was your idea to try and turn broccoli into candy in your mom's lab?
Ok, so I've failed one time.
Oh, and there was the The sound of movement came from the bed.
Shut up Goten! exclaimed Trunks as he clamped a hand over Goten's mouth. When the noises stopped Goten mumbled something but Trunks could understand him so he removed his hand. What did you say?
I said that you're being louder then me.
leave the thinking up to me baka! Goten shrugged in the darkness before taking the cap from the super glue, beside him Trunks opened a bottle of hair dye.
A soft contented sigh whispered past Videl's lips as she awoke in much the same way she has since reuniting with Gohan, held tenderly in his arms. She smiled while opening her eyes and seeing him. It's strange, she thought. We've been together for more then a year and yetI'm not sick of him. Hell, we LIVED alone together for a year If it had been anyone else I probably would have gone nuts. But with Gohancould I ever get sick of having him around? As she studied his features, memorizing them for the thousandth time, she watched as Gohan opened his eyes. And as soon as she looked into his obsidian eyes she knew the answer, No, I'll never tire of him, of waking up like this. Thought Videl while saying, Good morning. Gohan smiled at her, a smile that only he was capable of doing.
'morning. Sleep well? replied Gohan. Videl smiled and stretched before kissing him lightly.
I always sleep well when I'm with you. Gohan chuckled softly.
I find that hard to believe. Some nights neither of us sleep.
Videl smacked him playfully and said, Baka, you know what I mean. Gohan scratched his head and raised an eyebrow at her.
I do? Videl's eyes narrowed at him.
Yes you Gohan started laughing, Don't laugh at me Son Gohan!
sorry, but I A yell that could wake the dead echoed through out the hotel. What the hell was that?
I don't know. It sounded like a drowning cat.
Why's he still in his room? Thought the MC as he walked through the halls of the hotel. He knows about the publicity shots with the kids this morning. He stopped in front of one of the many doors and knocked. A few seconds passed before the door was opened a crack by a woman.
Hello, do you need something?
Ah Selene, nice to see you. Is Hercule here? He didn't show up this morning and
Yes, my husband's here. He's ummnot feeling well.
The MC looked thoughtful for a moment, Do you want me to get the doctor? A slight smile appeared on the woman's face, puzzling the man.
a mischievous smirk replaced the smile, could you get a, the woman brought a hand to her mouth and giggled, hair dresser here? From behind her came the sound ofthe MC couldn't think of what it sounded like. But what came next was unmistakable,
SELENE!!! Tell that moron to go away and get back in here and help me!
Oh shush Hercule. You know that there's nothing I can do about it, replied Selene before turning back to the MC. You'll have to excuse him since he's having abad hair day. The MC blinked at her.
I'll see what I can do, replied the MC before walking off.
Videl stared at the two chibis before her. The entire group of Gohan's family and friends were scattered around the room. And all of them, including Gohan, were rolling with laughter. So you did what to my father? They had all gathered there when Goten and Trunks started laughing and Videl was the only one who couldn't seem to comprehend what the two devils had done during the night.
We super glued a clown wig and a big red nose to his head, replied Trunks while Goten pouted at her.
Are you mad at me Nee-chan? Asked Goten while giving her the biggest, saddest set of puppy dog eyes he could muster.
No no no! I'm not angryI'm just A chuckled left Videl's mouth as the image of her father in a bright multicolored wig and clown nose drove its way into her mind. I can't believe you did that! Added Videl before joining the others in fits of laughter.
Gohan wiped a tear from his eye, what gave you the idea to do that? Across the room Vegeta stood up and made a hasty dash for the door.
We did that to Veggie! exclaimed Goten.
Cursed Vegeta, he wasn't fast enough and now all eyes were on him.
We glued the head of a rooster costume to him while he was sleeping, explained Trunks. Everyone blinked several times as they looked at Vegeta.
Krillin snickered and said, Does that make you the prince of all chickens? The comment seemed to break down an invisible dam as the room was once again filled with the roar of laughter.
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Knock. Knock. Knock.
Who is it?! Growled Hercule as he passed back and forth in his hotel suite.
I'm Franswa. I was sent here because someone is having a hair emergency. In the room Selene had to stifle a laugh, from the way the man on the other side of the door sounded he had to be gay.
Well it's about time! roared Hercule as he opened the door, careful not to let anyone who might be in the hall see him.
I got here as fast as I could. It's not every day I get to work on such a fine hunk of man like you, said Franswa as he entered the room with his bag of tools. Now what His eyes grew wide at seeing the champ's predicament. Oh dear lord! What has some heathen done to your wonderful hair?!
Hercule didn't have time to answer before the man grabbed his arm and dragged him into the bathroom. Selene tried to follow but Franswa shook a finger at her and closed the door.
Franswa, with a finger on his chin in thought, studied Hercule's 'hair.' After several seconds he approached the much larger man and tugged on the wig, earning a sharp yelp from Hercule. Franswa and leaped back as Hercule grabbed his head.
What'd you do that for?! yelled Hercule at the cowering stylist.
I just wanted to make sure it wouldn't come off
You IDIOT!!! You wouldn't be here if it would come off!
I guess so. Heheno hard feelings?
Hercule grimaced at the look on the man's face and replied, No hard feelings.
He regretted replying instantly since Franswa jumped on him and began kissing him on the cheek while saying, Thank you thank you thank you THANK YOU!
Goku stepped out into the bright morning sun and smiled as he inhaled deeply, savoring the aroma of flowers and fresh air. This is a great day for fighting, thought the Saiya-jin. If any of his friends had been there they would have commented about how he thought every day was a great day for fighting. Two laughing streaks of color, one orange and one purple, zoomed by on either side of him as he started off down the walk. A second later he sensed Chi-Chi running up behind him.
Why didn't you wait for me Son Goku? the mighty Saiya-jin flinched ever so slightly at the tone of his mates voice.
Sorry Chi, I was just in a hurry to get to the stadium. Chi-Chi's frown wavered for a second before turning upside down.
You do know that just because you're there and ready to fight doesn't mean that everyone else will be too.
Goku scratched his head, it doesn't? Chi-Chi let out a light carefree laugh at her husband's childlike innocence.
Yes. And I'm surprised at you Goku.
Why's that Chi-chan?
Because you've apparently forgotten about the buffet the tourna-WOW! in a flash the Saiya-jin picked his mate up into his arms and streaked off to the arena's cafeteria. GOKUUUU! SL- Chi-Chi didn't get a chance to finish her shrieked plea before they stopped. Chi-Chi's head spun from the sudden changes in velocity over the last three seconds as she looked around the room. Goten and Trunks were busy scarfing down what appeared to be their tenth plate each. Gohan and Videl seemed to be flirting more then actually eating do to the way that they are sitting and the fact that there were only four empty plates in front of each of them. Vegeta seemed to have one corner of the room all to himself with the exception of Bulma. The blue haired woman looked like she had been dragged from her hotel room before she was fully ready to leave, and a constant stream of men and women bringing plates and bowls of food to him. Off to one side she could see Marron giggling at Yamcha who had what looked like a bowl of oatmeal on his head. And judging by the glaring 18 and slightly ruffled Krillin the former bandit had said or done something they hadn't liked. Tien and Piccolo were the only ones absent from their little circle of close knit friends.
But I'm HUNGRY!!! Chi-Chi turned towards the sound of her husband's voice to see a man trying rather fruitlessly to take an entire tub of scrambled eggs away from the Saiya-jin.
Like I said before, you can't take them all! Now let go and get a plate!
Chi-Chi shook her head at them.
The man turned looked at her. Do as he says. Goku frowned but let go of the tray. Unfortunately the man trying to take it from him had chosen that exact moment to pull with all his might and with the lack of resistance this sent him flying backwards, scrambled eggs and all. The commotion caused silence to settle of over the room for several seconds. But since such things as a person covered in food isn't a new thing they quickly resume what they were doing.
The din of the crowd gradually lessened as the MC walked out towards the ring until, as he stopped in the middle of the tiled expanse of stone, silence hung in the air. Only the shouts of Peanuts! Popcorn! Peanuts and popcorn hear! and Cold bear, soda! could be heard from the venders walking up and down the aisles.
Everyone watching could see the MC take a deep breath before shouting Good morning ladies and gentlemen and welcome to the twenty fifth Tenkaichi Budokai! into his microphone. In response the crowd erupted into cheers. Is everyone here ready to see the best fighters in the world compete for the title of World Champion?! again the crowd roared. Well then you're in for quite a treat this year since we have three former winners of this very tournament hear to be cheered on by you! And not only that but ten former competitors from this tournament are making their grand reappearance this year! the crowd went wild at this. This will be one tournament I'm sure none of us will ever forget folks! So if you're ready, the stadium shook with the spectator's shouts, let's get this tournament underway! The MC turned to a group of men at the controls to the stadiums large scoreboard, Gentlemen if you please. With the push of a few buttons the names of this year's competitors appeared on the large screen, giving the public their first look at this year's contestants. And what they saw drove them wild since they realized that what the MC had said is true. This truly would be a tournament to remember. As you can see there are five people making their first tournament appearance and ten, yes that's right folks, ten returning competitors this year. And as yesterday's drawing determined the first match features Saiyagirl, a name that we assume to be an alias, verses Sharpner, the number one student in Hercule Satan's very own martial arts class! A particularly loud group of boys in the front row, Sharpner's fellow classmates at the dojo, earned a chuckle from the MC. In the waiting area Sharpner's eyes were firmly fixed on Saiyagirl, there was something about her that seemed really familiar that he just couldn't put his finger on. So let's get this tournament under way! Videl, a.k.a. Saiyagirl, glanced at Sharpner as they stood in the doorway of the waiting area.
::Don't hurt him to bad.:: Videl smiled at Gohan.
::I think I'm the one that's supposed to tell you that.::
::Yea, but I'm not going to be in the ring with him.:: Gohan could hear Videl laugh in his mind as she walked out of the waiting area and into the sunlight.
Sharpner smirked at his opponent as they walked towards the ring, I hope you're not planning on me going easy on you just because you're a girl. Videl smirked right back at him.
I wouldn't dream of it since it'd only make your defeat easier then it's already going to be. Beside her Sharpner chuckled.
Whatever babe. And just so you know there's no hard feelings I'll allow you to go on a date with me.
Videl frowned and replied, I'd rather shove red hot pokers in my eyes.
Well it sounds like these two are ready to begin so without further a due Fighters ready? Videl stood tall while Sharpner dropped into, whether by design or by lack of knowledge and experience Videl didn't know, a sloppy stance. The MC regarded Videl for a few seconds before asking, Are you ready Saiyagirl? Videl smiled at him.
Whenever you are.
The MC shrugged and brought his mic up to his lips, Dead silence filled the stadium as neither fighter moved.
Sharpner smirked at Saiyagirl, I knew you weren't a fighter. You don't even know how to stand so as to be able to protect yourself.
Oh really? Well I know enough to know that that stance of yours leaves you completely unprotected. Or at least it does against someone of my skill level.
Sharpner laughed at her and replied, Whatever girlie, before lunging at her. The people watched, stunned, as Saiyagirl did nothing until Sharpner's fist was mere inches from her face. And what she did left almost everyone in the stadium, especially Sharpner, starring in disbelief. She had stopped his fist with a single finger.
You want to know something Sharpner? I don't feel like dirtying my hands to defeat you. Sharpner blinked at her.
What's that mean?
Videl grabbed Sharpner's wrist and used the boy's own fist to punch him in the face. She could hear those in the fighter's waiting area, or at least those who she considered friends or soon to be family, laughing. After more then a minute of this she stopped and released Sharpner's wrist. The boy stood on wobbly legs as a smirking Videl asked, Why were you punching yourself Sharpner?
We wobbled for a second before falling on his butt, unconscious.
The MC blinked several times, Well that's certainly a new one in my book. And ummSaiyagirl is the winner by a, for lack of a better description, self inflicted knockout on the part of Sharpner.
WHAT? YOU GOTTA BE KIDDING ME! Yelled one of the boy's from Sharpner's martial arts class. Videl shrugged and walked back to the waiting area.
Good job hun, said Gohan as he kissed her lightly. Videl smiled at him.
Thanks, although it was nothing.
Yea, the next match should be much more fun to watch, commented Goku as the MC called Krillin and Yamcha to the ring.
Two hundred Zeni says Yamcha wins! said Roshi as his two pupils walked from the room. 18's eyes narrowed at the man.
I'll take that bet old man. There's no way my husband is going to lose this fight.
I wouldn't be so sure there sweet thang, replied Roshi while sliding up next to 18. The blonde cyborg glared at him but refrained from striking him for sake of the little girl in her arms. I gave Yamcha a few pointers for this fight the old man stopped upon hearing the MC tell the fighters to begin. But before he or any of the others could move to watch the fight Yamcha landed outside the ring, a dazed look on the former bandit's face.
18 smirked at Roshi, And I'm the one who helped Krillin train. Without another word she grabbed the man's wallet and removed two hundred Zeni.
Who's up next? asked Chi-Chi. Videl frowned a little.
My father and some guy named Yamu.
::You have to forgive him sometime Videl.:: Gohan told her through their bond. Videl sighed.
::I know that, and I will. But he has to apologize first.:: Gohan smiled at her in agreement.
Come on Herky, they're calling for you in the ring, said Selene as she rubbed the man's neck. They had been sitting in a private booth overlooking the ring and had seen the unnatural strength of most of those who had gone so far. Selene wouldn't tell him but she knew who Saiyagirl was and she had met most of the Z-Senshi while visiting their daughter at the Son home over the last few months.
B-but what ifwhat if he's likelike those other two?
Selene shrugged in indifference at her mate's sniveling and crossed her arms, Then you won't have to fight me in the next round. Hercule froze as the words sunk in. He'd spared with her many times and knew how strong she is. And, since she would never throw a fight, he would lose against her in the ring. Now this didn't really bother him all that much, but what did bother him was what his fans would say. They wouldn't see it as him losing a fight to his wife. They'd see it as him, the mighty Hercule Satan, losing to a girl. Selene could see Hercule's resolve building as he stood up and marched to the door.
Hercule paused in the doorway, his hand still on the knob, and looked at his wife, Wish me luck?
She smiled at him and replied, You won't need any luck to win this fight, trust me. Now let's go before they call the match.
Hercule roared as he took a running leap into the ring. His jump and flip were perfect. The landing however was a different matter. Mr. Satan wasn't quite able to keep his balance and ended up falling on his butt in front of millions of fans around the world thanks to the tournament being broadcast live. The man laughed it off while mentally groaning in pain. I'm alright! It takes more then a little pre-planned stunt to hurt me! yelled the champ as he flashed everyone twin victory signs. In the fighter's waiting area Selene and Videl could feel their cheeks redden in embarrassment.
I still can't believe that buffoon is your mate, snickered Vegeta. You must have been desperate for a mate to have someone so Selene served the prince a knuckle sandwich with a side order of a round house kick. Luckily for her none of the officials saw her.
Almost everyone had their eyes glued to the ring during the fight. The only exceptions were the champ's family and the Z-Senshi who watched out of amusement over the man's antics.
He's a good performer, I'll give him that, commented Yamcha as they watched Hercule run around the ring while pretending to be frightened of Yamu.
Vegeta huffed at him, He should stop fooling around before Yamu does something.
What do you think he could do? My Hercule is in control.
Baka Onna. You may be a Saiya-jin but you know nothing about fighting, replied Vegeta just as Yamu took advantage of Hercule's antics to trip him. The sound of everyone inhaling at once could be heard as they watching in seemingly slow motion as the champ planted his face in the tiled surface of the ring.
Krillin cringed at the sight, That had to hurt.
Too bad his brain can't get any more damaged then it was before this fight. Everyone turned and stared at Videl. What? It's true.
Selene's eyes narrowed ever so slightly, That's not a nice thing to say about your father dear.
I know it's not. But do you honestly think that someone without brain damage would have a hair and dress style that's thirty years out of date? Selene looked at her daughter for a second before shrugging and turning back to the fight. She couldn't think of a better excuse for her mates rather out dated sense of style.
Out in the ring Hercule glared at Yamu, causing the smaller man to take a step back in fear. But, as luck would have it, he had been standing at the edge of the ring and that one step resulted it him falling from the ring. Hercule blinked in surprise as his opponent suddenly disappeared from sight but after several seconds he threw his arms up and roared while once again flashing his fans twin victory signs.
Yeeeeeeeeeeaaa! Give it up for your champion! roared Hercule.
the guy accidentally stepped off the ring and he acts like it was a knock out, commented Yamcha.
It took nearly fifteen minutes to calm down the fans so that the tournament could continue. In the fighter's waiting area Videl eagerly awaited the start of the match since it pit her mother against a behemoth of a man named Spopavich. She wasn't watching to see the outcome since she knew that her mother would easily win this fight. After all, her father had beaten this guy in the first round of the last tournament without any difficulty. Videl was watching to see her mother fight for the first time in years. But sadly she didn't get to see much since, when Spopavich tried to punch her, he was sent spinning into unconsciousness by Selene knocking his arm away. The woman blushed as the MC declared her the victor by knock out. With a few small waves to the people in the stands she made her way back to the fighter's area. guess I don't know my own strength.
Yea, plus the fact that that guy isn't really all that strong helped, replied Goku.
And I'm sure those muscles made him top heavy, added Chi-Chi as a blonde haired man approached her.
Hello there, Chi-Chi turned and looked at the man.
Can I help you with something?
The man smiled at her and tossed his hair back, No, but I can help you get away from these people.
Excuse me?
I'm Jewel and I'd like to see you after our match to talk our future.
Our future? Listen bub I'm happily married and
What? To this moron? Jewel gestured to Goku. I've seen monkeys smarter then him. Chi-Chi glared at the man. See you in the ring babe. As the man turned to walk away Chi-Chi made to punch him only to be stopped by Goku.
Let go of me Goku or so help me I'll
Wow, cool it Chi! Save it for the ring! If you fight him here then you'll be disqualified.
I don't care! Nobody insults someone I love!
But your match is up next.
The smirk that appeared on Chi-Chi's face as she went out to the ring made even Vegeta feel uneasy.
Once Chi-Chi stopped in the ring and faced Jewel the MC covered his mic to talk to them. Let's try to have a fight that lasts longer then one minute ok? Chi-Chi sneered at Jewel as the blonde haired pretty boy blew a kiss to the screaming droves of women in the stands.
No problem. The sound of her voice sent a chill down the MC's back.
Man I'm glad I'm not the one who's fighting her, thought the MC as he turned and walked a few feet away. Now, Jewel, if you could tear yourself away from yourfans we'll get the fifth round under way. The blonde shrugged.
Sure, whatever. And Chi-Chi, I'll go easy on you so I don't mar that pretty face of yours.
It's your funerul, replied Chi-Chi.
The instant the MC called for the fight to begin Chi-Chi disappeared from sight.
What the? Jewel looked around the ring in an effort to find her, not seeing her he turned to the MC and asked, Has she left the ring?
I doubt it. To confirm this Jewel felt his lovely teal shirt being ripped off of him.
What the Next came his belt, causing his pants to fall and reveal a pair of pink underwear that appeared to be made of silk.
Chi-Chi stopped and looked at him with a raised eyebrow as the man scrambled to pull his pants back up. You wear women's underwear?
I have very sensitive skin! retorted Jewel.
Yea, sure, like I believe that, replied Chi-Chi before quickly grabbing Jewel's ankles and flying into the air.
PUT ME DOWN! screamed Jewel.
Chi-Chi smirked at the man and extended her arm out as if she were going to drop him, If you wish.
Ahhh! Nooo! Chi-Chi frowned as a wet spot appeared on Jewels pants, P-please! DON'T DROP ME!
Make up your mind. First you want down and now you don't. And what kind of a man wets himself?
I DO want down! Ju-st don't drop meeeeeeeeee! Unfortunately the lack of a belt made it easy for his pants to come off. And that is exactly what happened, sending him plummeting to the ring below.
Chi-Chi looked at the pair of teal pants in her hand and at the knocked out Jewel before calmly saying, Oh my. With a shrug of her shoulders she tossed the pants aside and floated down to the ground where some medics were busy loading Jewel onto a stretcher. She couldn't be sure but it looked like the man was missing a few teeth.
Ok folks, I'm sure you'll agree that that was the mostinteresting fight so far. But once the ring is cleaned up a bit I'm sure we're going to see a fight that will be one of the best at this tournament since none other then Son Goku himself will be in it. And as I'm sure most of you already know when Goku is fighting the ring is sure to be destroyed. So please be careful and watch out for flying debris.
After a few minutes had passed and the ring had been put back together Goku and Vegeta took their places.
I am going to win this fight Kakarott, said Vegeta as he cracked his knuckles.
Ok Vegeta. But just so you know, I've always made it to the finals. And I don't plan to change that now.
Vegeta smirked at him, Say what you will, but I will be the victor.
Just like all our other fights right? Vegeta glowered at him.
If their banter is any indication, these two fighters seem to know each other, said the MC. And from what they're saying this is sure to be a great fight!
Shut up and start the fight already! growled Vegeta.
right. Fighters ready? The people in the stands stood on pins and needles as they watched the MC paused and drew in a breath. They watched as he raised his hand into the air. They watched as he brought it down, slicing through the air between the two fighters as he spoke a single word, And they watched as nothing happened. Goku and Vegeta stood their in their own unique stances as they studied their opponent in utter silence, each waiting for the other to make the first move. Somewhere in the grass beside the ring a cricket chirped. The MC looked at the clock on the scoreboard to see that nearly thirty seconds had passed since he'd called for the fight to begin. In the stands the people were getting restless. One fellow through his cup into the ring. Vegeta ignored it as it sailed past his ear, barely missing him. Uh guys? You can begin you know?
Come on!
Fight already!
Another restless patron, this time a woman, got tired of waiting and threw her box of popcorn into the ring and towards Goku. The Saiya-jin turned and blasted the box before it could hit him and thus the fight was on.
Vegeta blasted at him at full speed and struck at Goku with a punch that would kill a lesser being. Goku managed to block the punch and was sent skidding back several feet.
Not bad Vegeta, replied Goku. But you've hit harder while we're sparing. The Saiya-jin prince growled at him and went on the offensive again. Rocketing punches and kicks at Goku as they moved around the ring at speeds that made them seem to disappear at times.
Vegeta grinned at Goku, My victory will be too easy if you do not fight back Kakarott. The younger Saiya-jin smirked at him.
I'm just waiting for the right, Goku powered up a quick ki attack and blasted Vegeta away from him and into the air,
Vegeta didn't bother to dash back down to the ring to attack with his fists; instead he sent a ki ball flying towards Goku. The people in the stands, who had cheered the two combatants on at a deafening level, fell silent in awe as they watched the bright ball of energy sail through the air on silent wings. Goku looked at the ki blast and at the people in the stands, his ability to sense ki instantly told him that the blast would be larger then the ring itself. He prepared to knock the blast back at Vegeta when another idea popped into his head. If this worked then not only would the people in the stands be safe but they'd have front row seats to what was sure to be a spectacular sight.
A puzzled look appeared on Vegeta's face when he saw Goku fly towards him, leaving the blast behind. The mighty prince didn't have time to think about why he had done or about how he would stop it since it was too late; the blast hit the rings surface and exploded. Dust and smoke instantly filled his lungs and eyes, making him cough as he covered his eyes. When he opened his eyes a second later all he could see is smoke and dust hanging unusually thick in the air. What's going on? thought the prince. If he had been in the stands then the answer would be clearly evident to him.
The MC stared in shock at the sight less then an inch from his nose, a swirling wall of energy. I don't know what he reached out with a tentative finger and touched the wall. An electric shock shot through him, causing him to yelp in pain and shake his tingling hand. It appears as though some type of dome has enclosed the ring, protecting us from the blast.
Hey, what do you know, it worked. Vegeta turned around at the sound of Goku's voice.
You didn't KNOW that would work? All of those people would have died ifwhat's so funny?
You are, replied Goku as he let the energy shield drop. I never would have thought that you'd care whether they got hurt or not. Vegeta's eyes narrowed.
I don't! But the Onna would be royally pissed at me.
Sure, and that's why you looked so concerned when I dodged your attack.
As the smoke and dust cleared the MC could make out Vegeta and Goku, And both fighters still seem to be standingfloating above the ring. Hang onto your seats folks, this fight isn't over yet! The MC took a step forward to try and get a better view of the action and promptly tumbled down to the center of the crater created by Vegeta's ki blast. The guy shook his head and looked around to see that he's in the center of what used to be the ring. I didn't count on a huge crater being made
Up in the sky Goku and Vegeta were busy duking it out with their fists, feet, ki blasts, and anything else they could think of. Not even the Z-Senshi could tell who was winning the duel as they watched blow after powerful blow connect or be blocked. But then Goku did something that Vegeta didn't expect, he turned around and kicked like a mule. Hitting Vegeta squarely in the stomach, knocking the wind out of him and stunning him for a second.
He's lost, said most of those in the fighter's waiting area as they watched Vegeta double over.
No, Vegeta won't loose so easily. Everyone turned to see Bulma standing amongst their little group.
Chi-Chi raised an eyebrow at her friend, How'd you get in here Bulma?
Didn't you see the sign outside the doors? The group of fighters looked at each other with puzzled looks.
No, what sign? Gohan asked for the group.
The one that said that only fighters and their family members are allowed in here, as she spoke Goku followed up the attack by spinning back around, clasping his hands over his head in the process, and then slamming them into Vegeta's back, sending him flying down towards the onlookers in the stands. The people scrambled to get out of the way of the plummeting fighter.
Come on Vegeta thought Bulma as she watched her husband draw ever neared to the stands. exclaimed the woman upon seeing him straighten up. Her excitement was short lived however as she quickly realized what Vegeta was going to do, NO YOU IDIOT! DON'T DO THAT! YOU'LL LOSE! But it was too late, the Saiya-jin prince touched down gracefully on the bleachers before blasting back up into the air to resume the fight.
From the crater the MC had cleared seen it and made the fact known, And Goku is the winner by ring out!
Vegeta stopped half way to his opponent and roared, WHAT?! HOW THE HELL DID HE WIN? while glaring daggers at the MC.
The man, who surprising did not seem to be unaffected by the Saiya-jin prince's glare, replied, You touched the stands, which are not part of the ring, and therefore you were out of the ring, which makes Goku the winner.
Vegeta's mouth opened as if he were going to reply but it closed a second later. As he lowered himself to the ground and walked towards the fighter's area he muttered, Baka human rules
The MC looked at the wide eyed monks as they stared at the crater that used to be the ring. ok folks. It looks like this will take longer to fix then we had counted on. So feel free to enjoy the rest of the festivities and we'll make an announcement when the ring has been repaired.
It took the monks at the stadium only an hour to fill in the crater and set one of the replacement rings up. During that hour the Saiya-jins emptied out the kitchens again, Bulma soothed her husband's bruised ego, and those who had yet to fight thought about what might happen in the next two rounds. Two of those who had yet to fight knew that they would not be advancing to the next round. And as the spectators returned to their seats the two fighters resigned themselves to their fate in this tournament.
Ok, would Piccolo and Tien enter the ring! called the MC.
As Tien was leaving the room he was stopped by Vegeta. There is no dishonor in surrendering to a superior fighter, said the Saiya-jin prince. Tien grinned in amusement at him.
I know you don't believe that Vegeta. And although withdrawing from this match would save me some pain I'm not going to, replied Tien before walking out to the ring.
As the MC called for the fight to begin the spectators quieted down. And then, as the speakers still vibrated with the MC's words, Tien floated into the air above the ring. He knew that his only chance at winning this fight would be if he could win early on before Piccolo's greater strength came to be a real factor.
In the hushed atmosphere two voices rang clear, You can do it Tien! You can win this dad! A slight smile appeared on Tien's lips as he brought his hands together for his signature attack.
Piccolo smirked up at the three eyed man, but the split second before Tien fired his tribeam the look on Piccolo's face changed to one of surprise. In an instant Tien had raised his ki by nearly seventy five percent and fired the attack. His instincts, honed by years of fighting, took over and made him move to dodge. But it was too late, the attack hit home, driving Piccolo into the rings surface.
Oh manI don't think we're gonna have enough replacements if this keeps up, thought the MC as he announced the action in the ring.
Wow, I didn't think Tien would be able to catch Piccolo by surprise, commented Gohan. Vegeta huffed at him, Piccolo wasn't the only one surprised by the triclop's attack.
Piccolo picked himself up only to be shoved back into the rough stone again by another tribeam. Up in the air Tien smirked, this would be easier then he thought.
Or maybe not! thought Tien upon seeing Piccolo roll over suddenly and fire a ki blast up at him. He dodged it and fired another tribeam at the Namek. This time Piccolo easily dodged the attack and kept moving so as not to give Tien an easy target. Surprise filled Tien's eyes as he watched Piccolo for it seemed as though the Namek was moving faster then before. And then it dawned on him. It wasn't that Piccolo was moving faster, it was that his own energy was depleted by the numerous tribeams he had fired. Stupid TienSuch an amateurish he didn't get to finish the thought as everything went black.
Tien? Tien honey? Are you ok? Say something?
Tien groaned and slowly opened his eyes, L-Lunch what happened?
Piccolo beat the shit out of you! Lunch glared at the girl next to her.
Sakura! Watch your language young lady or you'll be eating soap for dinner!
Sorry mom. Lunch could tell the girl wasn't sorry; she was too much like her father.
Tien chuckled before groaning in pain, his head was killing him. I know he beat me, but how did he do it?
Well from what I could see, he appeared behind you and knocked you out with a chop to the neck, replied Lunch.
His neck wasn't as soar as his head was. Then why do I have a killer headache?
Probably because you did a really good impersonation of an ostrich when you landed! chirped Sakura. Look, I got a picture before they pulled you out of the ground! The girl held up a photograph for her father to see. And sure enough it showed Tien with his head buried in the ground.
Everyone was amazed that you were only knocked out. But I wasn't. I know your head is way too thick to be hurt by a little fall, said Lunch.
Tien smiled at the picture and at his wife's comment, So has the next match started?
Sakura nodded, Gohan and 18 are in the ring right now.
Tien sat up and swung his legs over the side of the bed, then how about we go see how they're doing? Lunch and Sakura nodded.
But before Tien got up off the bed the outcome of the match became clear as something or rather someone came crashing through the roof.
18 picked herself up from the pile of ruble and brushed some plaster dust from her clothes and hair as if it was something that happened every day. The few monks in the room stared at her in shock.
One of monks nudged the guy standing next to him, Why don't you go ask her if she's ok. The other monk looked at him as if he had grown a few extra heads.
No way! I don't have health insurance! replied the other monk.
From the hole in the ceiling they could hear the MC announcing Saiyaman as the winner of the fight by a 'stadium out.'
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