It has nearly been seven months since Cell's defeat at the hands of Gohan, Android 21 was in the middle of nowhere training as she threw punches and kicks in the air. When 21 went Super Saiyan the ground under her was destroyed and created a large crater from the force of her power. She continued her training and while she threw her punches her thoughts kept going back to the Cell Games even though she didn't want to think about it. While she kept thinking about the Cell Games her frustration and anger grew which meant more and more power was being added to every single punch. Now every punch caused a shockwave powerful enough to destroy rocks from far away and when she had enough 21 let her power die down until it was completely calm. Since the Cell Games ended the Android trio decided to go their separate ways and do their own thing for a time.
Flashback
"Are you saying that a wish-granting dragon named Shenron brought us back to life?" 17 said. When 21 and 18 left the lookout the first thing they decided to do was to look for 17 and, luckily for them, the first spot they looked was right. They flew off towards where Cell was defeated by Gohan and they arrived they found 17 staring off into the distance. The first thing they did was explain everything they could to 17 so that he could understand which he understood pretty quickly. "I see. I guess that explains why the bomb is gone."
"Yes, you can thank Krillin for that." 21 said.
"Krillin?"
"The short bald one. That's Krillin." 21 said as she described a little of Krillin appearance. "Anyway, now that Goku's dead there's no need for us to follow what that old bastard wanted anymore. We can do whatever we want now."
"Whatever I want?" 17 repeated.
"Yes. Well, see you later." 21 said as she flew off in a random direction leaving the twin Androids behind. Android 18 watched as 21 flew off into the distance as a thought came to her mind and she turned towards her brother.
"Well, I'm going now. I'm going to go live my life now. See you." 18 said before she took off in the same direction as 21.
"I wonder what I'll do now?" 21 said to herself as she thought of her future but she noticed someone in the corner of her eye and she looked to see 18 following her. "18? What is it? Is there something you want? I thought you would have gone somewhere else."
"Is there a problem in me being here?"
"No, of course not. But still, is there something you need?"
"I thought that I... could get to know you better."
"I don't know what you'll learn, but I would like that."
While flying through the air 21 and 18 chatted with each other but it was mainly things they liked or something along those lines since the memories of their past was lost to them. They eventually flew over a forest which didn't really seem like much since it just a forest that is until 21 noticed a lone log cabin. She came to a complete stop once she saw the log cabin and, for some reason, she couldn't quite explain, but the cabin filled her with a strange emotion. Once 18 noticed that 21 stopped she began to wonder what she was up to since she just floated down towards the cabin suddenly. Once 21 landed she got a good look at the cabin and noticed it was not in the best condition since it looked like it was falling apart. 21 walked towards the log cabin while 18 just landed and decided to follow her in. 18 followed 21 into the cabin and noticed that she was just slowly looking around the place and 21 slowly pushed the door open to reveal whatever furniture was inside is ruined.
"21? Do you know what this place is?" 18 asked.
"No... but I feel like I've been here before." 21 said as she continued with her search of the log cabin and though they didn't really find much, once 21 opened a cabinet she found not really. It was pretty dirty from the years of abandonment but 21 felt like she was at home for reasons she didn't quite understand. "I think I'll be staying here. If you want to talk or something, I'll be here."
"I see."
Flashback End
While flying through the air 21 arrived at her home which she was able to repair with some effort and help from other people. Once 21's feet touch the ground she walked towards the door and once she opened it, 21 noticed that 18 was sitting at the table. Recently since repairing the house, 18 decided to live with 21 out of nowhere and she didn't decline since she knew that 18 didn't have a place to stay. She would offer the same to 17 but she hasn't seen him since Cell was defeated and she couldn't find him so easily even if she had someone to help her. 18 noticed 21 had come back from her training and she tossed a broken video camera at 21 which she catches. "Look what I found. Although, it's broken."
"I want to see what's in it, but I guess I have to get someone to repair it."
"How are you going to do that?" 18 asked.
"I'm thinking of getting Krillin to help."
"Krillin, huh? You've been talking to him a lot. Since when did you start liking him?"
"And so have you. Well, he did do so much for us. He vouched for 16 and I when Cell got his perfect form. He protected you from being destroyed by the others. He brought me back from the dead, and even got rid of the bombs inside us."
"Yeah, he did do all that, didn't he?" 18 said.
"Yeah, he did. I'm off to go find him."
"Really? You just got here. Maybe you should eat something at least."
"You made something? Since when could you cook?"
"For quite some time. I need something to elevate the boredom."
"Oh, okay. I'll sit down and eat something." 21 said as she prepared herself a few plates worth and sat down next to the table while 18 watched as 21 ate the food in a fast pace.
"How do you eat so much?" 18 asked and all she got for a reply was a simple shrug.
"18? You know, if you're bored, you could always come train with me."
"Training? You Saiyans sure love to fight, don't you? You even disappear weeks at a time because of your training, and when you come back your clothes are all ruined."
"I-I'm sorry."
18 sighed a little before she spoke up. "I'll think about it."
After having the meal 18 prepared, 21 flew off with the camera in hand as she began her search for Krillin which shouldn't be that hard. The first place she decided to look was that little island with the small house. She landed in front of the front door and she knocked on it waiting for someone to answer. Shortly after, an old man answered and he was slightly startled by the appearance of an Android staring down at him. 21 didn't say anything to the old man for a few seconds as he anxiously waited for her to speak but before she could say anything a familiar voice called out to him.
"Master Roshi? Who's that?" 21 noticed Krillin stand behind Roshi and both of them noticed the Android's expression visibly softened once she noticed Krillin. "21! What's up? Why are you here?" Krillin asked.
"Krillin! I wanted to ask you something."
"Yeah? What?" Krillin said as Roshi went back inside while he talked with 21.
"Do you think you can repair this? Or know anyone who can?" 21 said as pulled out the camera from her pocket.
"Uh, I don't think I can repair it for you, but I do know someone who can!"
"Really? Who?"
"You know, Bulma! She can fix anything!"
"Bulma? Yes, that's right! She did fix... 16..."
"Y-Yeah..." Krillin noticed 21's expression became a little darker as she remembers what happened and he instantly felt bad for making like this. "C-Come on! I'll take you to her!"
They arrived at Capsule Corporation and the first thing they did was ask for Bulma at the entrance, and while they waited for her Krillin decided to ask 21 something that has been on his mind for some time. "Uh, 21?"
"Hm?"
"Y-You wouldn't happen to know where Android 18 spends her time, would you?" Krillin asked nervously.
"Well, actually, she's been living with me for the past few months."
"R-Really?"
"Yep! If you want, you can come over anytime you want. I'll show the way too."
"Uh, thanks! I might take you up on that offer sometime." Shortly after Bulma showed up with a baby in her arms.
"Krillin? Is there something you need?"
"Uh, yeah. Do you think you could repair this?" Krillin said as 21 showed Bulma the broken camera.
"Uh, yeah, pretty easily. Why?"
"I want to see what's on it. I don't know why but I feel like something is important on it."
"Okay, sure. I'll do it." Bulma said as she held her hand out waiting for 21 to give it to her which she did and they both waited for her to finish. While they waited 21 and Krillin talked with each other, mostly 21 saying how grateful she was to him. She did answer a few of Krillin's question the ones that could answer anyway.
"...Over there. Just north of here." 21 explained where she lived. "It's not that far from here actually. Just look for a lone cabin in the middle of the woods. It nearby a river so you won't miss it."
"Finished!"
"Oh, wow. That's quicker than I thought." Krillin said.
"Yeah, I fixed it. Unfortunately, there's only one video that's not super corrupted. Take a look. You might find something surprising." Bulma said as she showed 21 and Krillin what was on camera but the video started out with nothing but static for a few seconds until it started to clear up. Next, they noticed a girl roughly around 10 years old with rather familiar spiky hair and the little girl was carrying a large fish bigger than what a child should be able to carry. What caught Krillin's attention the most was the fact that a child had a tail and 21 noticed the surprised look on his face.
"That little girl is a Saiyan!"
"Yeah, I can only guess that's..."
"Me..." 21 said.
"Come on, Cress. It's getting pretty dark out, and we'll be eating a tasty meal thanks to you."
"Yep!" She said with a smile.
"I'm still shocked at how strong you are. I'm really proud of you, Cress."
"Thanks, dad!"
"D-Dad? Cress? That's my... dad and my name?"
"It seems like it," Bulma said.
"Cress...? Yes, Cress." 21 repeated to herself.
"Are you... going to use that name?" Krillin asked.
"Yes, I am. Android 21 just reminds me too much of that old bastard. I've hated him so much, and I think I'm starting to understand why."
"I see. Cress it is!" Krillin said.
AN: Yeah, I've decided to distance my OC from the Android name since, you know, 21 is an actual character.
