Author: Nadz
Email: vegitto02 at yahoo dot com

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DragonTek (Part I: The Invasion Saga)

Chapter 07 – Galt's Visit

The next morning…

"We're wasting our time just sitting here!" fumed Vegita, pacing across the terrace of in front of the Sky Palace. Last night's discovery continued to haunt him, and his mind refused to think rationally.

"Now, young one, calm down," said Dende. "We have to think of a plan."

"I just want to fight," said Vegita, his blood boiling. "I want to tear the Radam apart."

"And how will you do that? You can't go out in space and fight them; you can't breath there!"

"In the meantime, son," Vegita's mother suggested, "why don't we search for your father? I couldn't sleep last night knowing that he didn't arrive."

"Okasaan," Vegita said softly, with tears again welling in his eyes. "Otosan…"

"Viyolita-san," interrupted Goku, knowing that his friend wouldn't be able say it. "We… me and Vegita couldn't sleep either for the very same reason – Gejin-san and Alena were out there, somewhere."

"Don't tell me you two…" stopped Pan, followed by a brief silence. Goku nodded.

"Yes, we snuck out to search for them. We went to her university, but the place was destroyed."

"We couldn't find Alena," Vegita regained some composure but quivered. "But we found…"

"What did you find?" worried Viyolita, fearful. "Tell me, for Kami's sake, what did you find?"

"I'm sorry Viyolita-san; we found Gejin-san there, but he had passed on," said Goku very softly, watching his friend's mother slowly collapse to her knees. "The Radam buggers were responsible for it."

Viyolita broke down completely. Vegita too began weeping, hugging her hard and consoling her.

"Why… why did you hide this until now, Vegita? Why did you keep me in the dark?" she cried.

"I… I'm sorry, mother. If I told you last night, you would have never fallen asleep," he answered, wiping a tear from her eye. 'I can't tell her the state his body was in. She wouldn't be able to handle it.'

"Gejin," she choked, kneeling weakly on the terrace floor. "Why, Kami, why?"

Dende stayed silent, bowing his head. There was nothing he could say in response.

"Okaasan, we have to be strong," Vegita rasped, his voice hinting rage. "We must get revenge."

"… Then get … then get revenge for me, my son," his mother cried. "Get revenge…"

"Tekkaman Spear," blared Omega, "I welcome you. From today, I am your master."

"I doubt it not, Lord Omega; I leave myself at your disposal," he replied as he kneeled.

"Rise, my liege," announced the Radam Warlord. "I want the both of you to commence the attack in several hours time. Have you been able to secure control of the Orbital Ring lasers?"

"Yes, Lord Omega, we now have authority over the computer. We have full control of the laser satellites," replied Dagger, standing upright beside his new comrade.

"Excellent work. On my order, you will begin firing those lasers towards the biggest population centers left on that miserable planet below. And don't forget to send out our second wave of buggers. We have to be careful considering the strength of the enemy we are facing."

"It shall be done," replied Dagger, chuckling inside. 'Now, Blade, I'll get my chance once again to finish you. This time, I won't fail.'

News of Gejin's death saddened everyone, and hours passed as they mourned together. Viyolita's shock made them concerned for her heath, but Vegita, on the other hand, could think of nothing else but obliterating the enemy. Total destruction of the Radam was the only thing he now considered important.

"I have to get back in space and fight," he growled, earning glances. "There's got to be a way."

"We can't get hold of a space ship from here," replied Ichiro, feeling sorrow for the youth.

"I don't need a ship. I can fly into space! I just want to be able to breathe when I'm up there."

"I'm sorry, my son, but that is impossible," replied Dende, but an unexpected voice spoke.

"Actually, that is not true; it is quite possible. We have some hoi-poi capsules back at Capsule Corp headquarters. Some of those capsules contain durable space suits, each equipped with oxygen," said Anita, Grandpa Akira's wife. The old lady gave a soft smile to Vegita, who focused his attention to her.

"Can I have one?" requested Vegita, his eyes showing enthusiasm.

"No," interrupted Goku, stepping next to his friend. "Can we get two of them?"

Pan smiled, nodding her head in approval at her brave grandson, 'That boy used to be so clumsy that he couldn't even catch a ball. Now he's so responsible.'

"Some of the building have been destroyed, but I am sure we have some spare capsules down in the lower levels. Kenshin, Ichiro, can you fly there and return with some capsules?" asked the old Anita.

"Yes," they responded.

"Be quick, and be safe."

"Welcome, General. How can we help you?" greeted Freeman as both men shook hands. Galt was paying them a visit for a specific purpose – to gain full control over Tekkaman Blade. He glanced around and admired the quality of the Mission Room of the Space Knight Command Center, a center that he wouldn't mind seizing. He liked it so much that he even had his army surround the entire facility.

"Commander, I know you to be a very reasonable man, a man that practices good judgment prior to pursuing any action," said Galt, and Freeman nodded slowly.

"I appreciate your courtesy, General, but what is it that you want from us?"

"Give me control of your Tekkaman and the resources of your Command Center," Galt ordered, looking directly at Freeman. "They are now under military control."

"By whose authority?"

"By mine, Commander."

"I'm afraid I can't do that, General. Blade is a civilian, and there is no reason why I should relinquish my command to the armed forces," Freeman countered. "The Space Knights are simply research scientists, a private organization. It is not under any sort of military control."

"It is now," Galt replied, his jaws firming as he raised a gun at the man's face. "Hand him over to me, now, Commander, or my finger might just slip."

Freeman paused, narrowing his eyes at Galt.

"I will only call them here, and they can decide for themselves," Freeman responded as he went to the intercom. "All Space Knight personnel report to the Mission Commanding Room immediately."

"Faster, Kenshin, we have to get there as quickly as we can," said Ichiro as they flew towards their house. Kenshin looked over to his father and noticed the pain in his eyes, the stress on his face. Ichiro had been a good father to him; strict, yet loving. Gejin's death made Kenshin realize how much he took his father's life for granted. It made him realize how fortunate he had been that his father remained in good health and decent state of mind. Many other fathers end up abusing or neglecting their children, who look to them for support, guidance, and most importantly, love. Other children unfortunately never meet their fathers, or their fathers passed away while they are still young, as in Goku's case.

'I'm lucky to have my dad. I'll never let him go,' the boy thought as they continued to race home.

"What's going on here?" asked Noal, the last person to enter the room.

"General Galt here has ordered me to relinquish my entire command and all of you over to him."

"You don't have the authority to do that," protested Aki, expressing defiance.

"Silence! Your opinion does not matter," Galt growled, and Blade glared. "Tekkaman Blade, you now belong to me. I'll bring out your full potential as a war machine. Together, we will be unstoppable."

"Forget it," Blade returned in a low tone.

"What did you say?" replied Galt, taken aback.

"You heard me," Blade started in a bold tone. "I have no reason to be under your control."

"There does not need to be a reason," replied the General. "All you have to do is listen to me."

"You couldn't be more wrong," muttered Blade, narrowing his eyes. "I don't have to take orders from you, General. In fact, you should be the one listening to me!"

"W-what! How dare you…" grumbled the vexed man.

"I am the best weapon the Earth has against the alien invaders, and you have no right to control it just because you want to. Now, apologize to Chief Freeman and get out!"

"You insolent brat!" said Galt, angry at being insulted. "Troops, fire!"

The troops surrounding the Command Center fired, damaging some of the building's exterior as the floor in the Mission Room shook. Several pieces fell from the ceiling, but not much damage was visible within the interior. Galt turned back around to the Space Knights and gave them a thin smile.

"That was a warning, Tekkaman," continued Galt. "Be non-cooperative again, and I'll be forced to ask them to fire another round of ammunition."

"You're crazy," replied Blade. "We're here fighting for the Earth while you're here attacking us. You better fix your loose screws and realize that the enemy is up there in space, not in this room!"

"I've had it with your rude—" Galt started but was immediately cut off as a message from the United Government President appeared on screen.

"Galt!" barked the President. "What do you think you are doing?"

"Mr. President," Galt replied. "I…"

"I can explain what happened, Mr. President," Freeman cut in, facing the leader. "This man here held me at gun-point and demanded that I hand over my entire command to him. I simply cannot do that."

"I agree with you, Commander. I apologize for the General's lack of professionalism in handling the situation," the President shook his eyes. He then turned towards Galt. "Galt, you were only supposed to ask for their help in the mission, not seize them!"

"I'm sorry, Mr. President; I suppose I got carried away," apologized Galt. 'I cannot believe he will allow such a powerful war machine to stay under the command of that softhearted fool, Freeman. I'll have my way whether you like it or not, Commander.'

"Commander, the General was supposed to deliver this message to you. Our sources indicate that we have lost control of the laser cannons planted around the Orbital Ring. We also have received data that suggests that the enemy has taken control of these lasers. If they were to use the full potential of those weapons against us, the results would be calamitous. Thousands, if not millions, of people would be killed. Scouts also say that the buggers have conglomerated – suggesting a larger and more deadly invasion."

"You mean the worst has yet to come?" questioned Noal. 'Jeez, do they ever take a break?'

"I'm afraid so. We have to destroy the majority of those buggers before they get here, and their breeding ground may be located on the Orbital Ring. I personally request your aid in this mission, which comes in two parts: disabling those lasers, and destroying the bugger nest. I hope you accept."

"The Space Knights accept your mission, Mr. President. We will do all we can to protect the people. However, Blade is still a civilian, and we have to let him make the choice about his involvement," Freeman said, turning to Blade. "You don't have to accept. We will agree to whatever you decide."

Blade turned to face Aki and then looked back at Freeman, "I've decided to join the Space Knights, Commander. I'm all for it."