The forest erupted into life. A scream could be heard. Sung from the throat of one in anguish. One who has lost and has vowed to find. A man stood in a green glade training with all his soul. His gi tattered, his face contorted and unlike him. His heart aching........and hating. ''KA-ME-HA-ME.....HAAAAAA! He realeased a searing blue energy beam of vast multitude. It soared with fury meeting its mark, a quiet mountain sending it into oblivion. The man fell over in frustration and fatigue. That can't be all I have! More, need more power! He struggled to his feet hands resting on his knees. He rose slowy putting the bottom palms of his hands together resting them behind him. KA-ME........HA-ME..... He collapsed before he could finish. Lying on his back he was an inch from unconsciousness. A tear escaped from his eye but he didn't bother to wipe it away. He couldn't even if he wanted to. Gohan...You completed my life. You...my son, I loved you so much. He will pay, all of them will. Goku felt the golden rage withing him again. Yes! I feel you. I must learn to harness you forever. I will have you.

Goku sensed a presence nearby. ''Picollo, you can come out now, and please save your lectures this time.'' The Namek emerged from the forest shaking his head. ''Can't move again can you Goku? You're most fortunate we aren't enemies anymore or i'd be tempted to kill you.''

''You may as well kill me Picollo....i'm already dead anyway.'' Picollo growled '' I'm sick of your matter of fact nonsense. You're wallowing in self pity is starting to bother me!''

Goku turned his head another tear forming. Picollo looked down, still not able to watch his friend's grief. He spoke in a soft voice. ''Look Goku, it's been thirteen years. It's time to move on. What about your woman? And your friends? What about them? You haven't been home once in four years. One loss doesn't mean you should stop living.

Goku looked up in anger ''So You're saying I should just forget my son?!''

''No, i'm saying you should not forget the rest of those who mean something to you.'' Tears fell freely now. ''He'll be eighteen now...I miss him Picollo....''

''I understand...You miss him as your wife misses you'' Goku showed real emotion for the first time in years. He looked up, guilt further flawing his face. ''You...you're right Picollo. I don't know what to say....''

Picollo smiled. ''Atleast you know now what to do'' The two unlikely friends smiled at each other.

''I....thank you Picollo.'' He nodded ''Can you move?'' Goku shook his head. '' I thought as much. Knowing you you're starving?'' Goku's face erupted into a massive grin. ''Yeah! How'd you guess?'' Picollo laughed. I'll be right back, I hope it's still there''. He walked off into the forest and emerged seconds later with a prize winning fish.

''Will this do?'' Goku laughed. ''It'll do just fine! Thanks Picollo.''

Picollo collected wood and started a fire. ''We've done this often over the years. I'm glad we can finally do it in happiness and not anger.'' Goku smiled '' Yeah, I guess. Throw that fish on why don't you! I'm starved! Picollo shook his head. ''The only thing that makes you tick is your stomach. He put the fish on a spit he had constructed and let it cook. Goku had not yet moved once. ''Are you ok? You haven't been immobile for this long before. Goku smiled broadly. ''Sure sure, i'm fine. Some food should do the trick. Oh and Picollo, theres something I want to show you after we eat...''

Picollo looked up in interest. ''What is it?

''After we eat ok?'' He frowned '' Fine, then eat. It's done...''

''Oh really? Great!'' Goku sprang up as if nothing was wrong at all and proceeded in devouring the fish in 20 seconds literally. After he was done he began licking his fingers before rubbing his stomach. ''Mmmmm, that was great! Oh, I hope you didn't want any...?''

''Don't worry I didn't. I only need water.'' Goku didn't bother questioning him about it as Picollo had never given him a straight answer about it in any case.

''Now then...what is it you wanted to show me?'' Goku burped loudly. '' Oh yeah! Well, basically I think being strong isn't a problem anymore. Picollo watched him suspiciously. ''What do you mean?''

''Hmmm, well ok, just watch'' Goku stood up and walked a few steps away from the fire into a clearing. He put both arms low in front of him clenching his fists. He looked to the ground and gritted his teeth. How do I make you work? I need you so badly! Don't you understand. At that point Goku's mind clicked. It went back in time all those years ago. He remembered waking up in confusion. He remember wandering where Gohan was. He remembered remembering. He took him! He took Gohan. GOHAN!!

Goku's head shot upwards, a blood curdling scream escaping from his lungs. Supressed fury and pain unleashed on the world. Picollo was taken by surprise and watched in shock.

Goku continued to scream in an inhuman tone. His hair flashed from black to gold and vice versa. His muscles shot to double their size and his eyes began to fade into blue/green. A mighty golden aura found it's way out of his body and exploded into the open with radiant glory. Picollo crawled backwards in horror. He had never felt such power in his life. Goku stood in silence for a minute his power screaming around him. Finally, I have you now.

He looked at the startled Picollo. He laughed lightly. The look on Picollo's face was quite comical. ''You can put your tongue back in your moth now''

Picollo shook his head. '' Goku! This is amazing! What on earth? How do you do that?'' Goku shrugged his shoulders. '' I don't know Picollo. It just sort of happened one day. I couldn't control it up until now. It's strange but i'm not complaining. He let out a deep breath and slowly materialised back into his normal form.

''Goku this is incredible! The power is enourmous!'' Goku grinned ''I know. I'm ready now. I'm going after Gohan soon''

Picollo raised an eyebrow '' How are you planning on accomplishing that?''

''Easy...Bulma. She's a genius. She can do anything she put her mind to'' Picollo nodded, ''I see.''

''But first....I need to see Chi-Chi'' Picollo shuddered '' Good luck you can go alone. I'll see you later Goku''

''I understand. Later then Picollo'' He levitated slightly before powering up and flying away.

Goku was left alone. Hmmm, quite dark already. Should I stay here the night or go home? He made up his mind. Powering up he shot into the sky and flew into the direction of his home. It's a beautiful night... I've lost myself for way too long. I hope Chi-Chi doesn't take it too badly! He saw his house in the distance and zeroed in on it faster. I've missed her...

Landing on the front lawn he slowly made his way the the door. He took a deep breath before knocking. ''Uh, Chi-Chi? It's me...Goku.''

Goku heard a stirring deep in the house, followed by the scraping of metal and the sound of heavy running footsteps. Goku knew all to well the fate which was in store for him. The front door crashed open, the angry one emerging. The last thing Goku saw was a heavy looking round metal object flying at his face before darkness fell.

Something wet...Ahhhhh, i'm drowning! Goku woke up splutteing his arms windmilling every which way. His eyes finally came into focus portraying the picture of the angry one '' Goku!! Where have you been for the past I don't even know how many years'' She lifted the frying pan. Goku yelped and crawled backwards. ''Wait Chi-Chi, don't!''

He quickly stood up. Chi-Chi aimed another blow. She stopped it in mid air, emotion consuming her. ''Oh Goku!'' She fell to her knees crying softly.

Goku felt his heart go out to her his guilt fast returning. ''Chi-Chi'' He knelt beside her and brought her into his arms. She struggled, flailing and shouting. ''No, you can't just come back here after abandoning me and expect everything to be alright!''

Goku gripped her more tightly, rocking her gently in his arms. '' I'm sorry.......I'm sorry.'' She wept heartbreakingly in his arms holding him fiercly overcome by her intense feeling for the man...her husband.

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