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Chapter 36: continued onslaught.Vegeta watched as Goku fell to the ground.
Damn it, Kakarot! He thought and launched himself off of the cliff. He landed in front of Goku, facing the cloud of Buus.
"You better rest now Kakarot, I'll finish this." He said confidentially and Goku tried to prop himself up.
"Be careful Vegeta, He's really powerful!" the younger saiyan warned but Vegeta laughed at it.
"I can see how strong he is." Vegeta told Goku then shot himself forward, towards the Buus. He floated in the middle of the cloud and powered up to super then started flinging blasts at every Buu he could see, each one disintegrating once hit.
Vegeta continued hurling blasts and didn't realise that above him pink smoke was gathering until it was too late. The one and only kid Buu was soon floating above him. The monster giggled then shot a blast at Vegeta's back. The prince was thrown forward as he felt the sheering pain. But he recovered and turned to glare at Buu.
I can't believe it! My attack had no affect! How the heck the Kakarot do so well against this…this thing! Vegeta thought furiously as he stared at Buu.
Buu watched Vegeta and lifted his arm, allowing his forearm to swing limply, mocking the prince. Vegeta growled. No body mocks the prince of all saiyans and gets away with it! So he charged forward, coming in for a blow to the jaw but Buu dodged Vegeta as if the prince were in slow motion. Vegeta growled and flung a blast at Buu and wiped out the monster's legs but Buu simply re-grew them and stretched his legs out to kick Vegeta into a nearby cliff. Buu floated in front of Vegeta and prepared a large blast but just before he threw it Goku attacked from below, sending the monster flying upwards.
"No way I'm going to be beaten that easily!" Goku said with his smile that was reserved for challenging opponents before he turned super again. He charged at Buu and went level three, leaving Vegeta awestruck.
Vegeta dropped out of the cliff and stared at the fight then looked down.
Unbelievable. I could do nothing against Buu and yet Kakarot is almost even with him. Kakarot may even be the only person that stands a chance… Vegeta thought bitterly as he remembered their first meeting.
Raditz had been sent to check on Kakarot's progress in wiping the earth free of life so that the planet could be sold. When he got there he had found that Kakarot had changed his name to Goku and had been living peacefully with the earthlings. Goku had beaten Raditz but before Raditz had died, he had been able to transmit some information about the dragonballs to Vegeta and Nappa. The two saiyans had travelled to earth just to be beaten them selves by the newly revived Goku. After that day Vegeta had sworn to surpass Goku and had been his rival ever since. But if wounding his pride here had not been enough, Goku had been the first to become a super saiyan. Vegeta had eventually attained this level as well but Goku had still been stronger.
At first Vegeta had thought that it was because Goku had a family to protect that made him stronger but now Vegeta had that as well and nothing had changed. Now Vegeta knew the reason. They both fought for different reasons: Vegeta to destroy his enemies but Goku fought to surpass his limits. Vegeta could no longer deny who was stronger.
Goku knocked Buu to the ground and chased him. Buu landed and tried kicking through the ground like before but Goku evaded it. Buu then shot a blast at Goku but the saiyan used instantaneous movement to avoid it. He appeared in front of Buu and kicked the Majin round the head. Buu was stretched backwards by the blow and his head stopped short of a panicky Hercule before snapping back to his body and slamming into Goku's head.
Goku went flying backwards but he managed to flip himself round and he threw a blast at Buu. The monster dodged it and flew to the top of a precipice where he gathered energy and threw a large blast back at Goku; this one managed to engulf the saiyan and sprayed rubble into the air as it exploded.
Buu laughed psychotically from within the cloud of dust then looked up as that famous phrase was yelled from above.
"Ka...me…ha…me…HA!" Goku yelled and fired his powerful wave at Buu. The monster tried to deflect it but the wave vaporised one of his arms.
Buu quickly re-grew it and charged at Goku, throwing punches at Goku that the saiyan either blocked or returned. Goku moved to kick Buu but the monster grabbed his leg and swung him round into rocks and slamming the saiyan against the ground before finally letting go.
Goku jumped to his feet and started flinging several ki-blasts at Buu, some hit Buu but then the monster managed to deflect some right back at the saiyan. They hit their new target and an explosion engulfed Goku. Buu started laughing again as the dust settled but there was no Goku.
Buu stopped laughing and looked puzzled at the deep depression before slowly turning round. There was Goku with his hands laced together and bringing them down to slam Buu.
Buu sped towards the ground but spread his stretchy body out like a sail to slow down. Goku came down from above and planted a kick to the Majin's back then ki-blasting him at point blank range.
The blast left a deep hole through the ground and Buu was nowhere to be seen. Goku landed and tried to catch a glimpse of the monster. Just as he landed a hand came up, out of the ground and clasped itself round Goku's ankle. The saiyan was dragged through the rock and into the hole below, being slammed against the walls as he was brought further down. After what seemed like an eternity, Buu let go and Goku dropped to the bottom of the hole.
He sat up painfully and looked up at his opponent.
"Man, your powerful. This is getting to be one of the best fights I've had in a long time." Goku commented, making Buu look pleased with himself.
We really should have defeated him when we were fused, even if this is fun. Goku thought and got up. They charged at each other again and exchanged blows, Goku coming out on top as he kicked Buu into the side of the wall. He then fell to his knees in exhaustion. Breathing heavily, Goku looked up to see Buu looking fine and whistling cheerfully before the little monster charge at the saiyan.
Buu started throwing punches left, right and centre that Goku was only just able to block. Goku threw a blast at Buu that sent him flying back to the surface and the saiyan pursued as Buu reformed.
Goku frowned at Buu as he continued to breath heavily.
"Kakarot!" came a familiar gruff voice that made Goku look over his shoulder.
"What, Vegeta? Don't tell me you want another go." Goku called back and Vegeta smirked.
"We both know that I wouldn't stand a chance. You're the only one that does but only at full power." Vegeta explained.
"I know, but I'll need a minute to gather my strength. I would have done it sooner but I haven't exactly had a chance." Goku called back.
"I'll fight him for a minute then. Just hurry up and get your strength back!" Vegeta ordered and powered up. Goku landed next to him.
"You sure? I mean if you die again then you'll be completely erased." Goku warned the prince as Vegeta stepped forward.
"Don't worry about me. Just concentrate on your own task." Vegeta snapped after a moment's thought then took to the air.
Vegeta faced Buu and charged, turning super as he did so. Goku powered up on the ground and watched. Vegeta Hurled a sphere of energy at Buu, wiping at his legs, then continued with a bombardment of smaller blasts, causing a large explosion. Vegeta continued his onslaught, unaware that once again Buu's particles were regrouping behind him. Buu reformed and flew at Vegeta, slamming the prince to the ground. Buu chased after the prince and kicked him across the floor twice, making him cough up blood, then slammed his head into the ground and kicked him again.
The saiyan slowly dragged himself up while Buu patiently waited. Vegeta faced Buu again and the monster beckoned to him mockingly. Vegeta frowned and charged forward, hitting Buu across the jaw and falling into a combo of punches and managing to land some good hits until Buu kicked the prince and slammed him back into the ground.
Buu stared at Vegeta who was lying lifelessly amongst the rocks. Buu giggled and turned to face Goku.
"Where do you think you're going, freak show?" Asked voice behind Buu.
"Your not scared of me are you, coward?" Vegeta asked as Buu stared back at him. Buu frowned and lunged forward just as Vegeta charged up a big bang attack, putting his hand forward to blast the monster but before Buu would have been hit, he created a hole in his stomach that the blast went through harmlessly.
Buu continued fly towards Vegeta and started attacking Vegeta brutally, the prince unable even to block. Buu punched the prince on both sides of his jaw then punched the saiyan in the stomach, crippling him. Buu grabbed Vegeta's hair as he fell forward and shoved a blast into his face, knocking Vegeta back into his normal form.
Buu let Vegeta lie in the rubble and turned back towards an angry Goku but once again a feeble voice held him back.
"Hey, I'm not done with you yet! Such a weak attack can't stop me." Vegeta said as he forced himself to stand. His face was streaked with blood and his arm was broken but that didn't stop the prince from powering back up to super and challenging Buu.
Buu charged forward and kicked the prince in the gut, sending him backwards. Buu then stretched out his arm and grabbed Vegeta's throat.
He lifted Vegeta off of the ground and squeezed hard, choking the saiyan. Vegeta struggled but couldn't free himself. Vegeta made a gagging sound and twitched as Buu stared evilly but then his attention was drawn to the side.
Zara flew straight at Buu's arm, her right foot blazing with energy and when she kicked she sliced right through the monster's arm, causing Vegeta to slump to the ground. She then turned and jumped at Buu, slicing diagonally through his body but as she came round for a second, the monster came back together and grabbed it. The girl looked shocked before the monster tossed her aside. She bounced then flipped to her feet and skidded to a halt, glaring daggers at Buu.
Vegeta jumped to his feet and stared at her.
"Girl! I thought I told you to go with the others!" Vegeta yelled hoarsely.
"Yea, well when have I ever listened to you?" she asked as she flared up her aura. Vegeta frowned.
"Look, I'm not in the mood to argue so get out of here!" Vegeta ordered.
"I thought you weren't in the mood to argue." Zara shot back and stepped forward.
"Buu! First Vegeta gave his life to beat you. Then you ate all my friends! But then you went too far! You blew up the earth and my best friend! That was the last straw! You got rid of Trunks and now you have to deal with me! I hate you and now you'll pay! HAAA!" she yelled and her power exploded outwards, her eyes turning a deep red and her pupils reverting to slits.
Vegeta stared in awe then jumped forward to grab her but was too late; Zara had leapt forward in a full out attack against Buu. Vegeta cursed and looked back at Goku.
"How much longer is this going to take?" he asked. Goku looked at his hands in dismay.
"I…I don't know! The minute is long gone and I've been unable to gather any strength!" Goku called back, making Vegeta curse again.
Vegeta faced Buu and charged forward to help Zara. Zara had been attacking Buu with a combination of kicks and punches and Buu had been dodging. Buu smacked her away just as Vegeta landed and started to throw a few punches of his own. Zara rebounded off of a rock and joined in but Buu was easily dodging most of their attacks. Vegeta swung round for a blow to Buu's jaw and Zara tried to use a low kick but Buu jumps up and split down the middle, avoiding both attacks. Both sides snapped whip like at the two fighters, knocking them back before melding back together into a laughing Buu.
Vegeta and Zara both landed on their feet and shot powerful beams of energy at Buu, both blasting off an arm and most of Buu's chest but the monster kept coming. He used instantaneous movement to appear between the two and used a double kick to knock them both in opposite directions. Then he used his stretchy arms to grab their ankles and swing them round, smashing their heads together. Buu then lassoed them both together with one arm and started swinging them around into the ground, rocks and anything else he could find. He swung them around in circles and started again and finally threw them up into the air and let go.
Buu jumped into the air after them and kicked Vegeta down to the ground and went to head butt Zara but she dodged and swung round to kick him hard across the face. His neck stretched out as his head went flying backwards and his body snapped up to kick Zara in the face then his head snapped back to land the head butt. Buu grabbed her top before she could be sent flying and landed next to Vegeta. He put his foot on the back of the saiyan's head and started pressing down as he wrapped his arm round Zara's neck.
Goku stared at Buu as the monster added pressure to both warriors.
I have to do something! And fast! He thought and jumped forward but Vegeta stopped him in an agonised voice.
"No! Kakarot, stay there and finish getting your strength up!" he ordered. Goku hesitated and stared at Vegeta.
I can't just stand here! I've stood by long enough! Goku decided and prepared to jump in when…
"Majin Buu! Get ready to meet your maker!" a voice yelled that made everyone look round. Standing on a rock behind Buu was the great Hercule Satan!
What's that baka doing? Vegeta wondered. He couldn't see Hercule but he knew it was him.
He must still think he's dreaming! Zara mentally groaned as Buu twisted round for a better look.
"I, the great Hercule and champion of earth shall beat you into the ground, Buu!" Hercule declared and pointed at Buu. Buu stared at the would-be champ in annoyance and stepped away from Vegeta then dropped Zara. Buu stepped towards Hercule who jumped back.
"Come on, I dare you to came after me!" Hercule cried. Buu growled and lunged forward. Hercule yelped and ducked, making Buu's swipes miss. Buu growled and moved to kick Hercule but the champ inadvertently dodged and started begging for his life. Buu growled louder and Hercule crawled backwards to escape, still cowering. Buu stepped towards Hercule then clutched his head and sank to his knees in pain, clutching his head. Hercule looked up at Buu and smirked.
"So your afraid of me, eh? Well I can't blame you." Hercule said and jumped to his feet, suddenly full to the brim with confidence while Buu continued to clutch his head and scream.
Goku stared in wonder.
"Does Buu have some sort of weakness against Hercule or something?" he wondered aloud. Vegeta got up and stared at Goku.
"Kakarot! Stop gawping at those two and concentrate! This is the perfect time to gather your energy!" he snapped. Goku nodded and got to work again.
Buu continued to hold his head in agony then stopped and spat. Everyone stared as the spit wad suddenly burst into the good fat Buu.
Hercule stared at his friend and stepped forward and gently shook him.
"Come on Buu, wake up…" he said softly but to no effect. Hercule tried again.
"Come on Buu, don't be dead…" Hercule whispered but there was still no effect. Hercule glared over at kid Buu.
"You killed him! You'll pay for that!" Hercule yelled at the smaller Buu but Buu just laughed and took a step forward. Hercule backed up then frowned.
"I warn you, I am the great Hercule! Champion of earth! I beat Cell! And I'll turn you into mince meat!" the would-be champ yelled, trying to intimidate Buu and failing miserably. Hercule gulped as he realised that his only chance was to attack Buu and ran forward, sending a flurry of punches at the monster's face, all hitting but doing about as much damage as a feather would. Hercule eventually jumped back to catch his breath.
"Do you give up yet?" he asked uncertainly. In response, Buu tapped Hercule on the nose, thus sending him flying backwards and rolling around on the floor in pain. Buu grinned demonically at Hercule as the champ slowly got up and hid behind a rock.
"You're lucky I'm so nice. I'm letting you go, ok?" Hercule said weakly. Kid Buu laughed and started running forward. Hercule yelped and ran in the opposite direction for his life with a demented kid Buu quickly gaining on him.
Just when it looked like Buu had caught up, a ki blast hit him from behind. He looked round to see Fat Buu on his feet and with his arm raised. Hercule ran to fat Buu happily and the puppy came out of its hiding place to greet its friend. Fat Buu smiled at them both then glared at kid Buu.
"Me no like you! You teased Satan! Me make you go boom!" he yelled. Both Buus glared at each other then charged, entering an all out war.
Vegeta watched then walked over to Goku, Zara following.
"Kakarot, what's going on? How long is this thing going to take?" he asked in annoyance.
"I don't know what's wrong. I should be done by now but in stead I'm losing energy." Goku said and stared at his hands as his aura disappeared. The others stared in shock as Goku's hair returned to its normal colour and shape.
"What's the meaning of this?" Vegeta asked But Goku just looked at him weakly.
"I don't know…" the younger saiyan finally said. Zara frowned and turned to look at the battle of the Buus and seemingly the universe's very last hope.
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A/N: I think this may have turned into a hercule torture thing in the end...oh well. Hope you like!