Chapter Ten
"Would you slow down?"
"What? No way!" Goku responded to Lazuli, as the group were now in the buffet area. He, Naruto, Vegeta and Brola were eating like the typical Saiyan, though Naruto was going at a bit slower pace than his Saiyan bretheren. "This is some good stuff!"
"I don't think I'll ever get used to this," Piccolo muttered as he sat with Krillin as they watched the Saiyans eat.
"OH! FOOD!" Asura grinned as he walked in with his siblings and Vegeta's kids. "I'm starving!" Asura grinned as he found himself in his mothers lap causing her to grumble. Miya found herself beside her father while Samui stood by her mother.
"You guys did really well," Naruto told his kids though he noticed two were missing. "Hey, where's Trunks and Goten?" he wondered causing Miya to blink and Samui to look around.
"I don't know, they were just with us," Miya hummed to herself before she then noticed Gohan and Videl walk in. "Hey, whose that?" she asked, nudging her father and gesturing to Videl. Naruto looked to where his daughter pointed and gave a chuckle.
"That's Gohan's girlfriend, Videl," he informed making Miya raise an actual brow at this. "She's Hercule's daughter. Speaking of," Naruto turned to Samui and rubbed her head. "Good job kicking that fakes ass princess, couldn't have done it better myself," Naruto grinned while Lazuli smirked.
"You would have killed him dear,"
"Which is why Samui did better than I would've done," Naruto smirked. "Oh hey Gohan, Videl," Naruto chuckled causing Brola and Lazuli to chuckle. As Goku and Krillin interacted with Videl, Naruto looked towards the kids who weren't eating and gave a smile. "You guys must be starving from all that fighting," he then snapped his fingers and the waiters came by. "Can we get another table for the kids?"
"Of course sir," the waiters bowed as they did as ordered. Naruto then glanced to the twins who were getting the cold shoulder from Vegeta, and he frowned lightly before smiling, "Augus, Karasuba," he called gaining their attention. "You guys did really well too. Just a bit more training and focus and I'm sure you'll kick these guys asses in no time,"
"Daddy," Miya grumbled. Asura would have said something but he knew better than to talk with his mouth full. "It's going to take years before Karasuba ever catches up to me," Miya huffed and she got knocked on the head by her father, "Ow, what was that for?"
"Don't be a sore winner Miya," Naruto scolded lightly. "When you see someone try their best, you give them respect, even if they failed. You keep having that attitude and you're going to slip up," Naruto warned causing her to nod slowly in understanding. Naruto nor Vegeta noticed the grateful looks coming from Vegeta's children. "Now go eat,"
"Yes daddy," Miya mumbled as she walked over to the table that was prepared for them. Samui followed her sister while Asura snickered and continued eating while sitting in his mothers lap. Karasuba and Augus joined the table though it was rather quiet over there and Naruto huffed. He would have to get those kids to be friends more than rivals, then glanced to Vegeta who was quiet as well. There was no way Vegeta was going to help with that, maybe he could talk with Masa.
Minutes later, Videl couldn't help but watch in shock as plates piled up more and more on the table, same with the kids table too. It was as if their stomachs were a bottomless pit. She was even more shocked to see Gohan was contributing to it as well, while Lazuli, Krillin and Piccolo just watched. This was not normal.
"Dad, we're out of pasta!"
"Excuse me! More spaghetti please!"
"And bring some more egg rolls while your at it!"
"Oh! And more chicken!"
"Can I please have some more ramen?"
"YEAH RAMEN!"
So not normal.
"Man! I'm so full! If I have to fight one of you, don't punch me in the gut!"
"That's funny Kakarot, cause if I fight you, I'm going straight for the gut!"
"Aww Vegeta!"
"It was okay, but Bulma's cooking is way better," Naruto muttered as he picked his teeth while Asura rode his shoulder. Lazuli gave a snort while Brola chuckled.
"I couldn't tell with you stuffing your face the entire time," Lazuli said causing the kids to snicker and Naruto grumble. "We should go check the draw, see whose fighting who," she suggested. Naruto hummed, that was a good idea, however he gave raised a brow along with Piccolo as there was two people standing before them not too far away. "They're in our way because…"
"No idea," Naruto muttered as he was getting a weird vibe from the two. They were both wearing strange clothing, a big guy and a smaller guy who was floating. The group stopped and the smaller one floated over to them.
"Good afternoon, you wouldn't be Naruto, by any chance would you?" he asked with the blond raising a brow.
"Whose asking?"
"My name is Shin. You're reputation as a great fighter proceeds you, you as well Goku," Shin looked towards the other Saiyan. "I was actually hoping to fight either of you during the tournament," Naruto said nothing in response as he gave the man a blank look that was amazingly similar to Samui's. His kids looked between the two while Shin kept on, "It's not that I'm confident in beating you, not at all. I just wish to have the greatest challenge I can think of, and I know you two are men who understand that,"
"Sure."
"Um okay."
"Well then, it's been an honor," Shin smirked. "And I'm very well looking forward to today's competition," Shin said as he looked between the two. "I've traveled far for this opportunity to meet you in battle. You may even say I'm one of your biggest fans," Shin said with Naruto maintaining his blank expression. "In any case, I'm sure I won't be disappointed. Naruto, may I shake your hand?"
"Daddy," Samui called quietly but Naruto didn't look towards her, even as Brola put her hand on her husbands shoulder. The blond said nothing as he gave a shrug and reached out his hand. Samui frowned as Shin took her fathers hand and shook it, though Naruto raised a brow while Shin hummed.
"Thank you," Shin said after a few moments. "You are as brave as everyone says you are," Shin told him before landing on the ground and bowing. "Good day," with that he left. Naruto gazed after him as the two strangers walked off. Naruto then gave a smirk, then a chuckle.
"What's so funny dad?" Asura wondered as he looked down at his father curiously. Naruto then shook his head before turning to his friends.
"We got ourselves competition guys,"
"Sixteen fighters in all? I sure hope one of them is going to be worth fighting,"
"Oh! You're here!" the announcer greeted upon seeing half of the competitors in the adult tournament. Not to mention he also saw the kids who put up such good fights, though he noticed Goten and Trunks were missing. "Wait a second! Those are your kids?"
"Hm? Yeah," Naruto grinned while Asura gave a matching grin. Miya gave a short bow while Samui gave a small nod as she stood beside her mother. "They did great huh? Maybe next time you'll let them fight with the adults!"
"Oh I'll put in a good word!" the announcer grinned. "Well then, it seems everyone who is supposed to be here, is here now! Should we call in Mr. Satan?" he asked with Samui raising a brow, that guy was still able to fight? However an attendant stepped to the announcer and whispered into his ear. "Okay sure, I guess." He then shrugged and turned to everyone else. "Okay people! I will call your name and you will come up here to draw a ball. The balls you choose will determine your opponent in the match."
"Okay, I don't ask for much. But please please don't make me fight any of my friends," Krillin prayed quietly causing Piccolo to chuckle and smirk at him.
"Krillin, Destiny is not something you can control."
"Hey, never hurts to try. Especially not Goku…or Naruto…or Vegeta…and gods no Brola," Krillin begged as he threw a glance to the beautiful Saiyan woman who was gazing over the rest of the challengers.
"These weaklings are the competition?" Brola grumbled. "Might as well just start me off with Kakarot," Brola huffed with Goku chuckling to himself. However, she did notice the two muscled guys with M's on their heads. "They look interesting," she pointed, with Naruto and Goku looking towards said two.
"Four out of eight are interesting then," Naruto chuckled but he then noticed a costumed fighter and raised a brow. 'What are those two dweebs doing?' he was easily able to tell it was Trunks and Goten and sighed. 'Guess they really wanted to fight in the adults, may as well give them advice,' he then walked over to them causing the two to go stock still and panic. "Calm down, I'm not here to rat you out," he whispered to them. "Just hope you don't fight either of your moms okay? I don't think they will appreciate it,"
"Why are you helping us?" Trunks wondered with Naruto snorting.
"Please, if I really wanted to help you I would teach you the Henge technique, but you're on your own for this one," Naruto chuckled as he walked off with a wave. "Good luck to ya!"
"Mr. Killa?" the announcer called, getting the attention of a muscular black guy who looked to be a MMA fighter. He picked it out a ball, and the announcer nodded, "Number 14 goes to Killa." It didn't take long for the numbers to be grabbed and the matches to be decided.
Krillin vs Brola
Ma Junior (Piccolo) vs Shin
Videl vs Spopovich
Gohan vs Kibito
Mr Satan vs Eighteen
Goku vs Vegeta
Mighty mask vs Killa
Naruto vs Yamu
Krillin was crying as he was facing the very person he hoped not to fight the most. Brola was annoyed she was stuck with Krillin while Naruto was annoyed he was last and going against someone that wasn't Goku or Vegeta. Lazuli however was ecstatic that she was going against that fool Hercule, do a bit more damage than Samui. Goku and Vegeta were both excited, while Piccolo was somewhat anxious about fighting Shin.
"There! We have a full board of fighters! The fighting will commence immediately. I will show you all to the waiting room and I'm sure you know the fighting rules," The announcer chuckled. "The kids are more than welcome to come with you, considering there might not be no seats," the announcer winked to Naruto who chuckled with a nod. He thought about Bulma and hummed, maybe he should bring her down too?
Nah.
"Ladies and gentlemen! Are you ready to begin!?"
Everyone patiently waited in the waiting room, the kids with Gohan, Videl and Goku as they gazed at the crowd from inside. Vegeta stood with his own kids in silence as he glared at Spopovich and Yamu. Piccolo meditated, as he gauged Shin and Kibito. Lazuli watched in amusement as Krillin somberly prepared for his beating, oh I mean battle. Naruto and Brola were in the back making out heavily, to the point that if anyone looked towards them it would seem as if the two were about to fuck.
"Now! Let the World Martial Arts Tournament begin!" The announcer grinned. "Okay! Lets get our first fighters out into the ring! Krillin and Brola! Come on down!" The announcer said. Krillin gulped as he then turned to his daughter, and he gave her a nervous grin while she looked confused.
"What's wrong daddy?"
"Oh nothing sweetie, just…don't pay too much attention okay?" Krillin told her causing her to look even more confused. Why wouldn't she pay attention? Her dad was going to win…wasn't he? Krillin then stood and began walking out, trying to put on a brave front.
Naruto finally released Brola from the kiss which had really got her hot and bothered, "Guess it's time to fight love," he informed and she gave a grumble. "Hey hey now, think about it, if you win, that means we get to fight in the next round," he grinned. Causing her to hum as she looked up at him, "Think positive, okay?"
"You mean when I win," she smirked and Naruto chuckled with a nod. "I'll be back then," Brola kissed him lightly before walking past, affectionately running her hand around her son's head as she passed as he wished her luck. Brola followed Krillin out, and she ignored the hoops and hollering from the male populace, though she did spot Bulma and waved. She then turned to the nervous Krillin and gave a small smirk, "You should give up Krillin. Wouldn't want to embarrass you in front of your wife and kid,"
"Y-yeah," Krillin agreed but he shook his head as he spotted Maron who cheered for him in the stands as she sat beside Yamcha, and he could even hear Kisa cheer for him too. "That's what a smart man would do. But I've gotten really dumb over the years! Besides, it's just a friendly competition," Krillin grinned as he got into a stance. "I'm sure I'll do fine,"
"You have heart, I respect that," Brola chuckled as she rolled her shoulders. "If I was the mad woman I was seven years ago, I would have ripped it out," She laughed causing Krillin to sweatdrop. "Lets have a good fight then," Brola grinned as she readied herself.
"Let the match begin!" At this Krillin decided to strike, but Brola blocked it, along with all the other hits he threw. Krillin however continued to try his best to try and overwhelm her, but Brola blocked everyone until he managed to break through, hitting her in the face. Brola blinked and gave a snarl as something in her snapped and she punched Krillin right in the face, causing him to go flying and crash into the wall.
She blinked before blushing in mild embarrassment while Krillin gave a pained laugh as he fell to the ground. "Out of the ring! Krillin is down! Brola is the winner!" Brola huffed before she crossed her arms and walked off, naturally shaking her hips as she did so, making most of the male populace gain heart eyes upon seeing such a fine piece of ass. Brola however stopped and gave a glare, causing them all to freeze before she walked off.
"Wow, mum! You took him out in one punch!" Asura grinned as he ran up to her. Brola gave a small smile and scooped her son up, putting him on her shoulder. Despite her own natural average height, it seemed very natural for Asura to sit on her shoulder with a grin as they walked over to Naruto who gave her a light kiss. However he did notice how grumpy Piccolo seemed to be while Kisa left to go help her father.
"I feel kind of bad," Brola admitted quietly to her husband and Lazuli while Asura had started messing around with Augus. "I was going to let drag out a bit, make him look good in front of his family but then something snapped," she frowned in thought. "I don't know…"
"It's fine," Naruto waved her off causing her to look up at him. "Krillin's been hit way harder than that I'm sure. Sure his pride may be a little damage, but I doubt Kisa or Maron will look at him differently," Naruto smiled. "Hell, if you think about, Krillin is actually the strongest human in the universe," This actually made both women think about it, and couldn't help agree with him. Lazuli was an android, Goku, Vegeta, Brola, Gohan, and Naruto were Saiyans, and Piccolo was a namekian. Krillin was way stronger than Yamcha, and Tien any other human. Which made Naruto's statement true! Krillin was the strongest human in the universe!
"Now for match number 2! And I'm sure this will be a colossal brawl! Ma Junior vs Shin!" hearing this, Shin walked off with Piccolo following after him. Naruto watched stepped away from his wives and stood beside Goku and Vegeta as they looked outside to view the match, a serious look on their faces. Lazuli and Brola raised a brow at their husband who seemed unusually serious, which also gained the attention of his kids.
"I don't get it," Asura admitted as he tilted his head a bit confused. "Is this Shin guy really that much trouble?" he asked his sisters who honestly gave nods and he frowned. He then looked to his father, then to his mothers who seemed to be a bit confused. "If you say so, he doesn't seem to be all that strong to me," he waited for Samui's usual sly retort…but it never came. This was weird.
"Fighters! Let the second match begin!"
Everyone waited for something to happen, but nothing was going on. Both the two were staring each other, which was starting to irritate the audience. "What's wrong with Piccolo? Why won't he fight?" Gohan wondered curiously while Naruto hummed while Vegeta grunted and Goku frowned.
"I'm sorry," Piccolo apologized to the announcer then narrowed his eyes at Shin. "I can't," he shook his head which surprised everyone. Naruto raised a brow as he now focused on Shin, really wanting to know what the hell was with that guy. He knew he was incredibly strong, but for Piccolo to not even try was unheard of! "I forfeit." With that he turned around and walked off.
"Well you heard it! Ma Junior throws away the match! That makes Shin the winner by default!" the announcer told the crowd who weren't very happy considering this was the second forfeit today. Piccolo walked in and Asura ran in front of Piccolo.
"Oi oi! Mr. Piccolo what's with you?!" Asura demanded. "You really can't be scared of that guy can ya? He doesn't look that strong! I mean look at his haircut!" Asura insulted and Naruto couldn't help but see his younger self in his son. If only he had the whisker marks.
Piccolo frowned as he looked at his young friend then glanced to the others before focusing back on Asura. "He's stronger than you can imagine," Piccolo admitted bringing surprise from Goku, Vegeta and Gohan. Naruto however was very curious while Asura seemed confused.
"Now! Lets get on with the third match! Videl vs Spopovich!" not long after saying that the band began to play and the crowd cheered for Videl. Videl gave Gohan a wink which made him blush, something both Naruto and Vegeta caught but said nothing just as Spopovich walked off towards the stage. Naruto however did notice how Shin was glaring at Spopovich before walking past them all and stopping before Piccolo who was waiting for him. "Hey sports fans! Are you ready? It's Videl vs Spopovich! Here we go!" The announcer informed, just as Videl got ready. Miya frowned as she gazed at the two and shook her head slowly.
"I have a bad feeling about this."
"BEGIN!"
Videl was crushed, to the point Gohan had gotten enraged and was going to save her. But her loss wasn't outright, as she had put Spopovich on his back three times before she had broken his neck the fourth. But that didn't stop him from shocking the crowd and getting back up then beating her. However before he could kill her, Yamu tells him to stop punishing her and finish the match. So Spopovich tosses her out of the ring, declaring him the winner. As Videl was taken to the medic, Goku left to get some Senzu beans.
When Goku left, Naruto offered to help as well, seeing how he didn't like how Spopovich handled Videl. Besides, he felt that Goku would get distracted and take too long, so he went home to his senzu bean tree and got his own bag, keeping them safe with him. When Naruto had returned, he gave Gohan a senzu bean and he thanked his older brother figure before running off to help Videl.
By the time Goku arrived, Gohan was on the stage. "The hell took you so long?" Naruto grumbled as he looked towards Goku who gave a sheepish chuckle. "You ate didn't you?" Goku scratched the back of his head causing Naruto to shake his head, "Typical. How many senzu beans did you get?" he wondered and Goku held up three fingers. "Three?! You wasted all that time to bring back three Senzu beans!?"
"And this is why we have a tree," Lazuli muttered with Naruto nodding his head in agreement while Goku laughed. However their attention was given to the match, and she raised a brow. "Why aren't they fighting? He's not going to give up is he?"
"I hope not," Samui huffed, she's had enough forfeits today.
"He wants him to become a Super Saiyan," Goku told them with Naruto blinking in surprise then Piccolo stepped forward and called for Gohan who looked back. Piccolo gave an approving nod, so Gohan frowned but nodded. "What is it Piccolo? What's happening out there?"
"I'm not sure Goku, we'll see." Piccolo responded just as Shin walked up to them from behind, making his presence known by saying how it was time.
"You do not need to worry about Gohan, he will be fine," Shin stated. "But no matter what happens, I want you to promise me you'll stay out of the ring," Shin ordered causing Naruto to glare at the guy.
"I don't who the fuck you are mohawk, but I do as I please. If Gohan needs my help, I'm going to help him," Naruto stated with his kids nodding in agreement. Gohan was their big brother after all, there was no way they were just going to sit by as he was being hurt for no reason. "What do you want with him anyway?"
"He wants to see his power," Piccolo responded before he looked towards Naruto. "And Naruto, show him some respect! That is no way to be talking to the Supreme Kai!" Piccolo told him causing shocked looks to come across Krillin, Goku, and Vegeta. Naruto however looked around with a raised brow, he then looked to Brola.
"Am I supposed to be shocked?" Both his wives only shrugged. Naruto then looked towards Piccolo. "I don't give a damn who he is, I know about him, doesn't mean I give a shit," Naruto shrugged. After all, he had constantly badmouthed his superiors, the especially the Sandaime, Godaime and Jiraiya. That was all supposed to change because some ancient Kai was in front of him? Please.
Their attention however was given to Gohan who turning into a Super Saiyan. "Listen, I'm sure the instant Gohan is turned into a Super Saiyan, Spopovich and Yamu will attack him," Supreme Kai told them with Naruto raising a brow. "But you must not try to help him. They may not be aware of it, but Gohan is the one they are searching for. They don't want his life, only his energy."
"Last chance for request," Gohan told Kibito. "Do you want just want to see a Super Saiyan? Or do you want me to take it up a few levels?" Gohan smirked, causing Kibito to look surprised.
"What's that? There are levels beyond a Super Saiyan?" his answer was a nod right before Gohan gave a roar and turned into a Super Saiyan.
"This is a Super Saiyan! This…YAAAH!" Gohan roared as he powered up more, causing the tiles to rise quite a bit. Once he was finished, lightning buzzed around him and he smirked. "Is a Super Saiyan two. If you wanna see the next level well, you're gonna have to make me,"
"This is good enough for now," Kibito nodded to himself, actually impressed. His energy was enormous, far stronger than he expected and there was even more power he was holding back? Amazing. But yet it still didn't compare to what he and Supreme Kai felt all those years ago, even the energy didn't feel the same as if it belonged to someone else. Kibito couldn't help but look towards his master but the first person he saw was Naruto Uzumaki. "Could it be...?" Kibito gasped a bit. Did they have the wrong one?! Was he the one that Kami had chosen?!
"How has his power grown so much?" Vegeta demanded quietly while his children looked a bit confused. Had it really grown that much? And what was he talking about the next level? Could be that Gohan had achieved Super Saiyan Three while he had not?! He then looked towards Goku and Naruto, both who were watching Gohan with small prideful smirks. That proved it! Gohan was holding back!
"He is the strongest fighter in this tournament," Supreme Kai muttered as he gazed at the stage. "However, will it be enough?" he wondered though he caught sight of Kibito's surprised expression as well as the epiphany he had. However he did not speak on it, simply curiously frowned. His attention was given to Spopovich and Yamu who rushed past them headed for Gohan who was not on the defense. "Yah!" The Kai yelled as he released telekinetic powers, holding Gohan still.
"What the hell?" Naruto blinked as he looked towards Gohan then the Kai. "What did you do?! Let him go!" Naruto roared as he moved but Piccolo got in his way. "Move!"
"We have to listen to the Su-UGH!" Piccolo grunted as Naruto kneed him in the stomach and pushed him out of the way. Naruto ran towards Gohan ready to flash to the young man he saw as his younger brother as he was being drained. However before he could he found he couldn't move.
"I told you, you must stay back!" Supreme Kai told Naruto as he held the Saiyan and his family who were struggling as well. Naruto snarled at the Kai and surprised him when the man turned into a Super Saiyan. His control nearly slipped but he held tight, "Gohan is in no danger! They just want his energy!"
"I don't give a damn!" Naruto snapped as he watched Gohan power down as his energy was being taken by the chuckling duo. "They're dead!" Naruto growled as he began to power up some more. "And then you're next, Supreme Kai," Naruto spat at him, then Naruto noticed how Goku wasn't moving, but not because he was being held back. "Goku! Do something!"
"Gohan's fine," Goku told him as he had a serious expression. "If he was in any real danger, I would be the first out there, you know that," Goku told his best friend who frowned and looked away towards Gohan. As his energy continued to be sapped, the device the two were using was glowing brightly, illuminating the entire area. There was a flash of light, and once it faded, the two were gone, leaving Gohan on the ground.
"Okay, they're gone, now let me go!" Naruto ordered but Supreme Kai shook his head. "Why the fuck not?"
"Because Kibito doesn't need your help with Gohan," the Kai answered. "Now, I must follow them and find out where they are taking Gohan's power," this surprised them while Goku questioned him. "I would appreciate your help, but I will understand if you wish to stay here. But I must go," with that he left. Soon enough Naruto and his family were freed from the control and the blond powered down a bit.
"I'm going with him," Naruto stated, earning surprised looks from his family. "I need to find out what the hell is going on around here," Naruto muttered with Goku nodding in agreement.
"Ragh! I know what you're doing Kakarot! You trying to skip out on our next match aren't you?" Vegeta demanded as he stepped up to Goku. While they argued Naruto turned to his family and Brola crossed her arms.
"I'm going with you, the kids are staying here with Eighteen," She told him causing Naruto to frown. "Don't give me that look, I'm bored and need some entertainment. I'm going whether you like it or not,"
"Ugh fine."
"Dad we're coming too!" Asura said but all three parents shook their heads. "Aw but why not?"
"Too dangerous. Now isn't the time to argue," Naruto told his kids with Miya being the only one who understood. "You got this?" he asked Lazuli who nodded her head. Naruto nodded himself before he kissed her lightly, then took off. "Videl, give this to Gohan, he should feel better," Naruto told the girl as he tossed her a senzu bean. She nodded and ran to her fallen friend.
"You be careful out there love," Lazuli told him and he gave her a wink before he looked to the others.
"You coming or not Goku?" Naruto asked as he and Brola flew off. Krillin, Piccolo also joined him with Goku and Vegeta following behind. It didn't take them very long to meet up with Supreme Kai and Naruto fought the urge to hit him. "Oi!" he called getting the Kai's attention. "You owe us an explanation bub!"
"I'm glad you decided to come, and thank you," Supreme Kai told them. "Without all of your help, I'm afraid I would not be able to defeat them," he told them which caused Naruto's eyes to narrow while Goku looked surprised. "It's not Spopovich and Yamu that concern me. It's the Wizard controlling them,"
"Wait…like magic?" Naruto asked with the Kai nodding his head. "That's rich," Naruto chuckled. "So what kind of magic we talking? Harry Potter, Fairy Tail? Oh I know! Bibibi Babidi Boo!" Naruto laughed as he wiped a tear from his eye.
"Yes that exactly,"
"Excuse me?"