Goku was training with his son, Goten. They exchanged a few ki blasts and took great pleasure in dodging them, making their bout that much more fun. They met one another with fierce punches and kicks, and each did a back flip and landed in place, getting into their stances and staring each other down. Goku couldn't help but admire his son. He's gotten so strong…I'm so proud. One day Gohan and Goten will save the world, all on their own. I can't wait to see that day. Goten cracked his neck and positioned himself for a running attack. Goku prepared himself, but as he got comfortable in his stance a telepathic message reached his ears. Goku, its Supreme Kai…I need to speak with you! Goku merely nodded and raised his hand for Goten to stop; he did. "Sorry Goten, The Supreme Kai wants to talk to me. Take a break, okay?"

Goten smiled, letting out a few deep breaths. "Sure thing dad, good match." He walked by Goku and patted his shoulder. "I'm catching up to you."

Goku smiled and patted his shoulder as well. "You sure are, Goten." Goten went inside. Goku's smile faded as he focused on Supreme Kai once more. What's up Supreme Kai?

An eerie silence made Goku uneasy. At last, The Supreme Kai spoke. Goku…there's been an assault in Otherworld…

Goku nodded, hardly surprised that the villains in Otherworld were taking chunks out of each other. He couldn't put his finger on why the Kai sounded so distraught. Supreme Kai, what happened?

The Kai's voice turned grave. Cell and Freiza were attacked…and the culprit took some of Cell's power…

Goku's eyes widened with shock. He chanced a look inside his home and saw Goten relaxing in front of the TV. He moved away from his son's view and to the side of the house. Who attacked them? How were they able to defeat Cell and Freiza?

Supreme Kai's tone remained. He drank Cell's blood…

Goku laughed out loud. A vampire defeated Cell and Freiza? Come on Supreme Kai…In a flash, the Supreme Kai was before Goku, his long white hair and orange and red uniform bright against the bright sunny day. His face looked drawn, and his eyes sullen with worry. Goku had only seen him like that with Majin Buu.

The Kai looked up at him. "Goku, listen to me. This man is a vampire, and from what he told Cell and Freiza he's over one thousand years old! He defeated them on his own, with no ki powers what so ever. It was only after he had some of Cell's power he could use ki, and it took him a few minutes to create his first ki blast!"

Goku staggered back in surprise. He was a quick study himself, but he was also a Sayian. That type of power was only natural for his kind, but for a stranger to learn it so quickly, there was something more sinister in play. He nodded. "What else? I can see the worry in your face."

For the first time, Supreme Kai's face scrunched in anger. "He's already escaped Pikkon and King Yemma, and he attacked New Namek…"

Goku's heart skipped; anyone who'd attack the peaceful Namekians were evil, and he had no love of bullies. "What?"

The Supreme Kai sighed. "Goku…though Pikkon was able to defeat him, he couldn't kill Sevrin. Sevrin went to New Namek and tapped even further into Cell's power…from what the young Namekian who fought him said, he turned into a demon." Goku shook his head in disbelief, but deep down, the old battle ready Saiyan was itching for the challenge. He ignored his usual fighting sense and decided to investigate further. He motioned for Supreme Kai to wait and walked into the house.

Goten sat in front of the TV, watching some martial artists fighting in some nondescript tournament. He chuckled. "Man, they sure are sloppy…" Goku smiled at his son's remark and cleared his throat. Goten turned to meet him. "Oh, hey dad!"

Goku patted his shoulders. "Goten, I have to go out for a bit, look after the house okay?"

"How long are you going to be?" Goten asked. "Mom was pretty mad last time you went out to train…remember?"

Goku's eyes went wide with embarrassment as he looked to the ground, rubbing his spiky black hair in nervousness. "Whoopsy…" he said.

Goten smiled. "Don't worry dad, I'll come up with an excuse for you. Just don't be too late…even I can't get passed mom's wrath." Goku nodded and went back out side, where the Kai was waiting. Supreme Kai looked at Goku with a grave expression.

Goku merely nodded. "Let's talk with Cell and Frieza again. I also want to talk to Moori…maybe he can give more insight into what happened." The Supreme Kai nodded and they vanished. They appeared in Otherworld in an instant, and, right near Cell and Frieza. Cell and Freiza were in the middle of another sparring match when they sensed Goku's energy. They stopped and looked to him, glaring at him with spitting hate as he neared.

"Come to gloat?" Cell spat.

"Go away, Monkey," Frieza sneered, "We're busy."

Goku sized up his former adversaries. Their power levels hadn't really changed at all. Cell was stronger than Frieza by all accounts, but since his battle with Buu, Goku was much stronger, and could take them both on with ease. He merely smiled, which enraged the pair even more.

Goku shook his head and chuckled. "I'm not here to interfere, I'm here to ask about Sevrin."

Cell's eyes narrowed and he turned his back to Goku. "I've told the Kai everything I know, now beat it."

Goku blew out a sigh. "Cell…I'm trying to help you."

Frieza chuckled and approached him. "If you want information out of us you'll have to beat it out us, Monkey!" He started to attack Goku with vicious punches and kicks, but Goku's new speed allowed him to dodge and counter with ease. Frieza shook with anger. "Don't play with me!" Goku deflected Frieza's punches and countered with a barrage of fists to his chest, sending him skidding back to Cell. Cell also shook with frustration. He let out a fierce scream and charged up, a dark yellow aura fizzing around him. Frieza charged up also, getting back into his Perfect form.

Goku raised an eyebrow. "(Sigh) if you want a fight so bad I'll give you one." Goku got into his stance, but he remained in his normal form.

Cell's glare intensified. "Come on Goku, transform!"

Goku shook his head. "I don't need to transform to beat you now." Cell charged first, his anger consuming him and clouding his judgement. He swung wildly at Goku. Goku blocked the attacks and grabbed Cell's fist, bringing him to his knees with his power.

Cell gripped Goku's hand. "…wha…what is this power?" Goku gave Cell a few hard knees to the face and sent him flying back. Freiza side stepped Cell and charged at Goku again, giving him a fierce combo of fists and kicks, he even tried to use his tail to gain leverage. Goku used his After Image Strike to evade the attacks and circle around him, giving him a barrage of fists, elbows, and kicks. Frieza skidded, face first across the cold ground. He got up, his once white skin now speckled by bits of gray and brown dirt. Goku opened his senses further and heard Cell coming behind him. He spun around and punched Cell square in the jaw, sending him flying away again. Cell was also covered in dirt, and he got up, nursing what appeared to be an injured arm.

Frieza shook his head. "How is he so strong?"

Cell shook his head, his antennae moving back and forth in the hot breeze. "I don't know…I know Saiyans get stronger after every fight but this is ridiculous!"

Goku crossed his arms. Geez, when do they ever learn? I never stop training. I wish I could make them understand I'm here to help…

Goku sighed. "Cell, Freiza, I think it's clear I'm still stronger than you. Let's stop this. All I want is the answers to a few questions, and then I'll be gone."

Cell crossed his arms. "Ugh…fine. Pose your questions."

Goku nodded. "Did Sevrin say anything else? What his motivations were?"

Cell shook his head. "No. Just that he wanted to face the best, and I mentioned that you were the best."

Goku merely smiled. "That's flattering," he said, "But what else."

Freiza rolled his eyes. "He said that we weren't enough to 'sate his appetite'. He wants to drink people's blood, Goku. I hope he gets you. I hope he embarrasses you the way you did us."

Goku nodded, tired of the display. "Thank you for your time," he said.

Cell shook his head. "Oh, don't mention it, Goku. If you need anything else please don't hesitate to ask."

Goku smiled. "You're the best." Cell narrowed his eyes at him and looked at Freiza, who was busy practicing his punching and kicks. He was done talking. Goku nodded and looked back at The Supreme Kai. "I'm ready to talk to Moori when are." The Kai nodded and teleported them to New Namek.

They arrived in a flash, and the town searched frantically for Sevrin. Goku was met by Moori, whose green face was streaked with worry. Goku approached him, giving him the best smile he could manage. "Moori!"

Moori feigned a weak smile. "Hello Goku. It's good to see you again."

Goku cast an eye to a battered young Namekian sitting on the ground, covered in purple blood. Goku winced. "How are you feeling?"

Zoltan looked up, smiling slightly. "I'm embarrassed," he said. "I jumped into a fight with him and he…" He gripped his ribs and smiled. "He beat me pretty good."

Goku nodded. "You've heard about my first battle with Vegeta right?"

Zoltan nodded. "Of course, who hasn't? You were nearly killed, right?"

Goku smiled in reflection. "Nearly," he started, "But I trained and got stronger. Just remember, so long as you keep trying you'll never truly fail."

Zoltan smiled. "I'm honored by your compliment."

Goku nodded. "Don't mention it, Zoltan. I'm glad you're okay." Zoltan nodded and looked at Moori, who still looked horrified by the vicious assault. Goku patted his shoulder. "Moori, I'll get him. I won't let him get away with this. I just have to train…" Suddenly, he felt a sharp pain in his temples, like someone forcing their way into his mind. He frowned.

Goku…can you hear me?

Goku narrowed his eyes, concentrating on the pain, on the voice. He opened his mind further, allowing the voice to continue. Yes, I can hear you. Who are you?

The voice continued. I am Sevrin. I've never been able to touch a mind this far before. I'm amazed I can reach this far. I'm very happy to meet you, at least over words.

Goku shook his head. Why did you attack New Namek? He could hear Sevrin laugh, for some reason it gave him chills.

Sevrin sighed. I did it because I sought refuge. Zoltan was there when I needed a meal, so I drank his blood. But I'm sure you're wondering why I attacked Cell and Freiza too, am I right?

Goku nodded. The Kai looked at him and frowned. Goku motioned for him to interrupt. You did it to get our attention. My attention.

Sevrin's laugh continued, and again, it gave Goku chills. No Goku. That was for the sake of the doing. Fighting Pikkon and demoralizing poor Zoltan was to get your attention. I want to test my new powers against the strongest. From what Cell and Freiza say, you are the strongest. If I defeat you, I'll be the strongest. Then I can put my plan into motion.

Goku's eyes widened. What plans? Destroy Earth!

Don't be so naïve Goku. I escaped my Earth to find Sanctuary, a haven for my kind. I'll create a world without the monsters who hunt my kind.

Goku nodded. You want a safe haven. Well you can't have your world! I won't let you hurt the people of Earth or anyone else in the Galaxy!

Sevrin chuckled. We will face off Goku, I promise you that. But it will be when I choose.

Goku's cocky Saiyan smile creased his lips. Not if we find you first.

Sevrin shrugged it off. In that case, catch me if you can, Goku. I'm close to Earth now, and when I'm ready I'll find you. I've a bit of training to do before I face you, I know that. So when I'm ready, and all your friends and rivals are defeated, I'll hunt you down the way Freiza did your race! Farewell for now, Goku.

The pain in Goku's temples vanished, and he stood wide eyed. How did Sevrin know his friends and rivals? How did he have an edge before even facing him? Cell's blood couldn't give him all that information…could it? He'd have to consult Android 18 or Bulma. Bulma and her father would know for sure. They studied the Androids in detail. He could only hope they could figure it out. During their conversation he could feel Sevrin's energy, he could even pinpoint his location, but after Sevrin stopped he couldn't feel or sense him anymore. Could Sevrin be on Earth already and was all that talk just a pretense? He had to be sure, but even still…he couldn't leave yet. He had more questions.

Sevrin finally made it to Earth, using his new abilities to masque his ki energy. He had to hand it to Cell, Cell had quite a few tricks up his sleeves. He was glad he fed from him and more so that he had his memories to assist with his training. He had to keep himself from Goku, just long enough to get close to his friends, and then he'd strike. Nevertheless, he had to press on in this new world, this new Earth.