Hi guys! I'm here to bring you the chap of the month. Since I didn't receive a vote on the poll, I went by views. Ruined got the most so that'll be updated more. This one I'll try to update once a month. So this chapter will go into more details of what these guys are doing. Hopefully you enjoy it. Also a thanks to everyone that continues to read and special thanks to Usagikang for the follow and luckyfire562 for the comment! :D

I also wanted to say a thank you to Akira Toriyama for making this fantastic series. I didn't know he passed away at the start of the month of March. I was reading a different manga when I scrolled down to reviews. Someone left a rip toriyama in the comments. I stared at it thinking it wasn't true. I don't have twitter or watch the news lol so searched it up and still couldn't believe it. I've been a fan since I was a kid and more when going to middle school. It helped me in the darkest times in the past. I can't imagine what would have happen if Dragon Ball was never created. It's not perfect but gotta admit it has a cast of lovable characters and gave a few manga creators inspiration for their own series. Will continue to be a hardcore fan always. As others have said dragon ball is still here so he will be with us always. Thanks Akira, may you rest in peace.

Don't own db/z, all belongs to Mr. Toriyama.

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" I'm sorry sir. We have no more information to give you."

It was useless. Nobody here knew about Goku's whereabouts. Running a hand down his face, he then heads out the front doors. Rain had started pouring. Just what he needed. He didn't even bring an umbrella even though he checked the weather forecast. He stands at the entrance and leans up against the wall. Guess he had no choice but to wait for the rain to stop. Tien hears a beep coming from his phone. He takes it out of his jacket pocket and sees it's from Krillin. He reads the message.

" Hey Tien, how's it going? Have you talked to Goku? Sent him a message but he hasn't replied."

Tien replies back " Not good. Right now I'm at his job. Got a call from them saying Goku went missing."

He sees that Krillin was typing as he hears a loud whistle. Looking up from his phone he scans the area. His eyes land on the young woman from his job. It was Launch waving at him with an open umbrella in hand. Tien waves back as he sees her signaling him to come over. Great, least she was willing to share her umbrella with him. It would be enough until he could reach the bus stop. He makes a dash over to her holding his hat down. Didn't want to expose his third eye. She raises the umbrella higher as Tien tries his best to fit under it. Launch starts giggling and looks up at him.

" I think it would be best for you to hold it. You're much taller than me."

Tien takes a hold of the umbrella. He adjust it so neither would get wet. So then they start walking down the side of the street together. Tien was so worked up earlier that he forgot he agreed to her coming. He rubs the back of his neck not knowing what to say. The pitter-patter of the rain drops falling on the umbrella were saving them from complete silence. Launch takes a quick glance up at Tien. He looked nervous for some reason. She debates in her head to ask him of his friend or of something else. She takes the second option to be on the safe side.

" So how do you feel about taking over the restaurant?"

" Oh um…grateful I guess. Could help me if the boss gives me the promotion. I doubt it though."

Launch raises a brow. " You really think you're not capable? Take it from me, people rave about you! They even ask me if you could take a picture with them."

Tien gives her a baffled look shaking his head. " I can't believe that. Are you making that up?"

Launch places a finger on her lips looking up at him. She smiles and says playfully " Sorry can't answer that. Maybe you should talk to the customers. They'll give you an answer."

Tien smiles back at her as he see the stop. They walk underneath the bus shelter shielding them from the rain. Tien hands over the umbrella to Launch as she takes a hold of it.

" Thank you for walking down here with me." Tien says as he takes a seat on the bench.

" You're welcome. I hope you won't be here too long. Traffic might get in the way." Launch takes a look down the street. " I better get going. Need to go feed my kitten. Good thing I live a few blocks away from here. She'd be very upset if I'm late. See you tomorrow."

Tien realizes that it was getting darker out. He was about to get up and offer to walk her but sees she was already heading down. He continues to watch until she takes a right disappearing.

' Hopefully she gets home safely.'


" On yer feet kid!"

Goku felt a hand on his back as he suddenly is shoved forward forcefully. He tries his best not to lose balance. Once his feet were firmly on the ground, he starts walking. No use in disobeying them now. Whatever plan they had up their sleeves, he had one too. To outrun them and call for help. He did have his phone on him after all. They didn't bother in confiscating it. He confidently continued to walk with a big smile plastered on his face. The two men at his sides give each other a look as if saying ' What the freak is wrong with this guy?'

As they continue walking down, Goku noticed this place looked like some sort of cave or underground hideout. It wasn't as narrow as he thought. It was quite large. It wasn't as rocky, damp or dark as he would see on T.V. It looked like it was worked on. Light bulbs hung from the ceiling, lighting the way. He grows suspicious and then remembers the name these guys mention. Vegeta.

Was this person a kidnapper who sold people for money? Or maybe doing other things against the law? He scratches his head. What kind of thing did he end up in? He sees a large steel-made door up ahead. Well this was the end of the road. Time to see what fate had in store for him.

" You stay behind the kid. Imma unlock the door." the brawny man says to his younger counterpart.

Goku watches as the man goes up and taps a screen beside the door. It switches on and a robotic female voice says " Hello, please enter the code."

The man blocks the view as his taps could be heard. After a second or two a beep goes off as the voice says " Access granted. Welcome."

The two large steel doors slide open as Goku stares at it until he's shoved forward. Goku starts walking again as he takes steps into the building. He continues and stares in awe at everything. There were people walking around wearing different outfits. Some wore suits, others lab coats and others looked like doctors. Screens were lit up showing information on specific topics and others with the news. The largest screen showed the man he hated doing interviews. Frieza Cold liked to dress in the fanciest suits. He liked to style himself to look perfect in front of the cameras. His violet hair, rare red eyes and pale skin tone all made him stand out. Too bad he was a human. If he was an outcast he'd be criticized for being a hypocrite. Goku's brows narrow as he watches the man laughing at who knows what. One day he was gonna get what he deserved.

As they got across, they stop at what appeared to be a office door. The name Ouijin was inscribed in a gold name plate. Goku gulps as the young man takes a hold of the door handle. He pushes down and opens the door. Goku could see across the room three people. A aqua haired woman sitting at a desk, a dark haired man with flame like hair sitting on a corner of the desk and a dark haired woman standing on the side. They all stare right at him as the two men take a few steps forward.

" We got the kid Boss. His name is Son Goku. Do you want us to handcuff 'um?" The brawny man asked as the man stands up. " No need. If he tries anything I'll beat him. Go on."

The two men salute him and leave the room shutting the door. Goku felt himself shaking. The short flamed haired man was glaring at him. So he panics and starts laughing. " So uh nice place you got here! H-how much did it cost ya?"

" What a fool. Are you sure this is one of them?" The man turns his head back directing the question to the aqua haired woman. She answers " Yup, he's one of them. He does look a lot like you except for the hair."

The man swiftly goes behind Goku and snatches the hair tie that held his hair down. Goku sees him in front of him with the hair tie in hand. His hair goes up on his sides. The aqua haired woman goes over to him and pushes the man back.

" That was so not necessary Vegeta! You're going to scare the guy away. I thought you could handle this but I guess not. Leave this to me."

Goku stood in place shocked. So that man was the one who hired those guys to kidnap him?

" Whatever Briefs. Make it snappy, don't have time to waste." Vegeta walks back to the desk.

Goku once again couldn't believe what he heard. This woman was part of Dr. Briefs family? Oh no, where the heck did he end up in? Briefs was part of the outcast day. Did he hire this Vegeta guy to kidnap him? But no it couldn't be, this guy had hair that defied gravity. He drops to the ground holding his head. His brain hurt from trying to figure this all out. The aqua haired woman sees this and offers him her hand. He gives her a leery look as she backs away.

" I'm sorry about that. Vegeta's not very good at introductions. My name is Bulma Briefs. I'm sure you have many questions so let me explain why you were brought here. Don't worry nobody's going to hurt you so long as you don't try attacking or escaping." Bulma turns around and lifts a hand up. A projection screen slides down from the ceiling as it lights up. A list of groups appear on the screen along with a few names. " We have brought you here to ask for your help. We have a plan to take down Cold and Dr. Briefs."

Goku gives her a confused look as she sighs. " Yes I'm going up against my father. I don't like the fact that he kicked everyone out just for having powers. I know a lot of these people were harmless. They were hard workers and had their futures taken away just because of some stupid feud to be the best. "

" So you don't agree with them?" Goku asks as he gets up on his feet.

" Not at all. That's why I'm here helping Ouijin to take these two down and reconstruct what they destroyed years ago. I have been the one who has helped with most of the research. We've been tracking down potential allies who have power stored away. It will come in handy when the day comes to strike. You were the first on our list."

Bulma waves twice as the screen changes. The list of names becomes larger as Goku eyes the names. Each name had a word beside it. He scans the list and sees he's the first. There was a picture of him, his name and a hyphen. Next to the hyphen was the word Saiyan italicized. His eyes grew. What in the world was a Saiyan? He saw the list included Vegeta and a few others. That crazy angry man was also a Saiyan! Goku shakes his head and looks over at Vegeta.

" Tell me why do I have that name Saiyan beside my name? What is that?"

Vegeta's brow arches as he looks at him shocked. He goes up to him and grabs a fistful of his shirt. His eyes narrow as he glares right up at Goku.

" You are lying! How the hell could you not know what race you come from?!"

" Vegeta let him go! He might not know anything. I had them run a background check and nothing shows up of his parents!" Bulma gives the woman with dark hair a desperate look for help.

The woman goes over and in two strikes to the shoulders his arms go limp. She drags him back to the desk as he fall down to the floor. He gives her a enraged look.

" You caught me off guard Mao! I swear next time you try that I'll stop you!" the short man shouts as the woman flips back her braided hair. " I can't believe you don't apply the lessons you give your own team. Did you not have your chamomile tea today?"

Vegeta looks away annoyed. Bulma slaps her forehead as she says " Please Chichi get one made for him immediately. I've told him like a million times to have one in the mornings. Maybe after he has a cup he'll be able to explain to Goku here about his race in a more calm manner."

Bulma turns to look and sees Goku by the door. His eyes were wide open staring at them. These people wanted him to be part of their crazy team? Absolutely not! He tries to open the door as it opens. His face meets with a fist as he falls back to the floor. He rubs his aching nose that starts bleeding. Bulma grabs a box of tissues she had on the desk and goes over to Goku. She offers them to him as he pulls a few out of the box. She pats his head trying her best to hold in her laughter.

" Told ya not to try escaping. Come over, I'll get you a chair to sit on. Still have more information to share with you." Bulma goes over and grabs a chair from a stack that was up against a wall. She places it down as Goku sits down.

" So where was I? Oh right the groups and names. So as you can see, there are more people we want to recruit. Many of these beings have some sort of ability that could be useful. You fall into the category of strength. Some of these beings are the last of their kind. You fortunately have someone here to help you and the others of your kind." Bulma points back at Vegeta who was sitting at the desk sipping his tea.

" I'm sure he'll be a great teacher." Goku mumbles as he continues to press the tissues up his nose.

" Lastly we have to retrieve a few files and pieces that Cold has scattered in different areas. They are crucial to this mission. They have information on how to shut down the electrical barrier. Once it's shut down, all of you will have access to your powers. Then Cold will be taken down and arrested. As for my father-"

" Your father won't change. Just accept it already. He also will be put in jail." Vegeta sets his cup down as he rises from his seat. " You knew the consequences of joining us. I wouldn't want to hear about you being a traitor in the near future."

Bulma head snaps back. " How many times have I told you I won't betray you! Just because I have his last name doesn't mean I share the same ambitions as him! No matter how much help and work I do for you, you still don't trust me!"

Vegeta's head tilts aside as he says " You're oversharing in front of him. Mao take her to her room. Let her cool off."

Chichi wraps an arm around Bulma's frame. They both exit the door leaving Goku by himself with Vegeta. He guessed there was something going on between them. She looked like a good person but she is the daughter of Dr. Briefs. He understood why Vegeta was taking precaution but why would they be sharing so much with him? Didn't they know he still had his phone or that he could try escaping and blab off all their plans? It didn't make sense unless there was a catch.

" So that tea helps you control your bad temper? Sure looks like it." Goku says as Vegeta got close to him. " Yes it does. If not I would have sent you flying into that wall by now."

" Okay sheesh are you always like this?"

Vegeta sits at the edge of the desk. He narrows his eyes and answer " No. I'm just disappointed that you're one of my kind. Just look at you. You're a scrawny brat who doesn't know any combat skills. From what I heard, that team I sent said you were no challenge."

Goku stands up as he says " No challenge? Ha! Should have seen what I did to them. I would have escaped if it wasn't for those other guys."

Vegeta grabs a remote off the desk and clicks a button. The screen flashes as he sees the fight he had at his job. Goku's hand falls as he watches himself embarrassed. Vegeta looks up at it and points at the screen.

" You mean this fight? Hmph, that was no fight. Looks to me like you were just running away. Quite pathetic if you ask me."

" What do you know? You probably aren't that strong either." Goku wipes his nose as he hears a loud cracking sound followed by a boom. He looks up and sees the desk was chopped in half with one mere blow. His eyes widened as he scoots back in his chair.

" That was nothing in compare to my true power. You won't get to see it until the barrier is shut off."

" This is so much information. You barely know me." Goku looks down at the tissue in hand. The blood had dried up. " Can I throw this away?"

Vegeta points to the back. Goku turns his head and spots the trash bin. He quickly makes his way to it and drops the tissues into the trash bin. He looks down at his pocket where he had his phone. Maybe he could threaten this man. He reaches into his pocket and takes it out. Turning around he shakes the phone in his hand with a smile on his face.

" Ha, guess you forgot to take this way. Now let me go and I won't say anything to anyone."

Vegeta arches a brow as he shakes his head. He turns off the screen and sets the remote down. " Haven't you realized that your phone has been silent this entire time?"

Goku blinks twice and touches the screen. He checks the signal and sees it's out of service. He tries to call, send a message and search online. Nothing. He gulps and slowly looks up at Vegeta. He sheepishly rubs his head. " Ha…ha…guess that's why. Oh and I was just kidding around! I wouldn't do something that stupid!"

" Seemed like you were serious. Who do you take me for? Some imbecile who doesn't know what I'm doing? Heh, well you underestimate me. I'll let it slide this time cause of your ignorance but from now on don't ever threaten me again. You here?"

Goku nods as Vegeta goes over and opens the door. He pushes him out and snaps his fingers. The brawny man that brought him here gets up from the chair he sat at and faces Vegeta.

" Take this moron to the east side of the building. The rooms of the special recruits have been finished. Once he's there shut the east side with the pin."

Goku watches as the flamed haired man walks off without another word. What? That was it? He didn't even mention anything about the Saiyan people. Or about this east side that he was being taken to. He sighs knowing it was useless. He was trapped in here until they were done using him. He hoped that at least he'd come out of here alive.

After he was guided to the east part of the building, the brawny man explained that this was his living quarters. He was going to remain here away from the rest of the building. The entire space was his until they'd find the rest of the recruits. Food was going to be brought to him three times daily. Once Goku was on the other side, the clear doors slid close as the man touched a keypad on the side. After a few clicks the doors lit red for a few seconds. He smirks at Goku.

" Good luck kid. Have fun being on yer own this week. Don't go crazy." the man leaves laughing as Goku's left on this own.

He scratches his head and looks back. Might as well explore the place he was going to live at. He wanders around seeing a line of rooms. There was a area with some couches, a rug in the middle and table on top it. A vending machine was to the left. He looks up and sees a large circular window in the ceiling. Through it, he could see the light blue sky and wisp of clouds passing by. How could that be possible? They were underground. Maybe it was a projection of some kind. He stands in the middle rubbing the back of his neck. Guess he had to pick a room out. He walks over to the line of rooms. He steps into them all and sees that they were all the same. He makes his decision and picks the one on the far right. He turns around and sees the bathrooms on the other side. He glances down at his hands and remembers he had forgot to wash them. So he goes over and proceeds to wash them. He sees the bathroom looked like a locker room. Sinks, stalls and on the other half showers. Guess he was going to be around more people.

He spent the rest of the evening and night checking things out. Once the time reached ten o' clock he decides to go to bed. Just as they had told him, nobody came to see him. At first it wasn't so bad but now he sort of missed being around others. All he had to distract him was the gym he found. He tried to build up some muscles. If what they said was true he was definitely going to need to be strong to fight his opponents. After his work out he washed up and headed towards his room. He laid in bed staring up at the ceiling when he hears a voice. It sounds like one of the ladies that were at Vegeta's office. Getting up, he leaves his room and looks over at the clear doors. Just as he thought it was the young woman named Mao. She had on a red cheongsam dress with dark leggings. Her hair was up in a bun. What was she doing here?

He goes over to the doors as she clicks a few buttons. The doors slide open as she stands right in front of him. She checks him from top to bottom and then her eyes land on his.

" I see you have at least done something productive. It might actually help you today."

" Today? Am I going to start doing something for that mission thingy?" He asked in wonder. Mao rolls her eyes and tells him to follow her.

Goku looks to his left and right. The hall was lit up brighter than everywhere else he had been through. He sees up ahead a door. As they get closer he looks to his side and sees windows. He stops in front of one and takes a look inside. The place looked like a regular gym with the exception of the cushioned walls.

' I wonder why the walls are like that. Could it be to-' He's interrupted when Mao calls out for him to hurry up.

" You're not here to be checking the rooms out. You're here for a test." Mao opens the door and steps in followed close by Goku.

" This place is huge! It's nothing like the public gyms I've seen." Goku says admiring the place. He suddenly feels a smack behind the head.

" Did you not hear me? I said you are here for a test. Now stop clowning around." She stands in front of him. " I haven't introduced myself. I'm Chichi Mao. I work close with Ouijin and Briefs. I'm here today to see what you are capable of."

" Oh so your name is Chichi, huh? That's good to know." He quickly sees her narrow her eyes. " You will call me by my last name. Got that?"

Goku nods immediately as she creates some distance between each other. She stands straight and tall. A serious look appears on her face as she gets into a fighting stance. Confused he holds up his hands.

" Um you're not thinking of fighting me right? No offense but you wouldn't last ah!"

Before Goku was able to finish talking she had sprinted over to him and went in for a punch aiming right for his face. He barely managed to dodge the hit and backs away. Chichi stops and gives him an angry look.

" What was that? You think I wouldn't last a minute against you? Ha! You're underestimating me. Now how about you throw a punch like a man!"

Goku sees the young fiery woman heading once again towards him. This time he tries to block her every hit. With each punch and kick her speed quicken. He tries his hardest not to throw a punch even though she asked for it. Instead he decides to stay in defense. She had seemed to pick up on this and began to increase the power behind her kicks. This time Goku was starting to feel the impact behind the hits. At this rate he was going to have to throw something at her. So he goes in and throws a punch but he hits nothing. She had disappeared on him. As he was about to turn around, he felt a pair of arms lock around his neck and two sharp shiny blades appear in front of him. He eyes the blades as he felt his heart pounding in his chest. A drop of sweat fell from his head. Where did she get those blades? And what was she going to do? Cut his throat up? He gulps as the lock around his neck loosens. He touches his neck and turns around to look at Chichi.

" Well look at that. If I was an enemy of yours I would have sliced your throat and possibly stabbed you in the chest. You're decent in defense but when it comes to offense you lack skill. Oh and let's not talk about your speed."

Goku continues to rub his neck and says " I stayed in defense so I wouldn't hurt you. And what about my speed? I was keeping up with you!"

Chichi slides the two blades into the holsters she had on her thighs. Goku sees that they were the same color as her leggings. No wonder he didn't notice. This woman could even have something hidden in that stylized bun for all he knew. She places her attention back at him.

" That's the problem. You worry about hurting the person you're up against. In the real world people who are enemies don't show mercy. You're going to have to leave that softness and toughen up. About your speed, you didn't land a hit on me on that last punch right? Well that's about a quarter of my speed. If Ouijin was the one who tested you, you wouldn't have lasted a minute."

Goku scratches his head frustrated. He knew he wasn't that great but to be this bad against a woman? He actually felt a bit embarrassed. Tien probably could have been more of a challenge than him. He might not be practicing but Tien could still hold up against people. Sometimes he would help others out on the streets. Goku starts slapping his face repeatedly. Why didn't he watch him carefully?

" I guess I'm going to have to train you this upcoming week. Don't think for a second that I'm going to take it easy on you. You have to be well prepared." She says as she goes over to the door.

" Prepared for what exactly?" Goku asks as he sees her look back over her shoulder. " You and I are going to go find the second recruit. This specific person has been a challenge for the team. Seeing the results of this, you'll be joining me to observe and pick up skills."

Goku's shoulders droop as he looks at her wide eyed. " What? But I barely just got here. Can't anyone else do this?"

Chichi sighs and walks out saying " No, Ouijin is too busy attending to other matters. I'm the only other that can go out. As I said before training will start soon."

As he watches her leave Goku looks down at the ground. He looks down at his hand and makes a fist. Everything was going so fast. Was he really going to have to help these people out? Then he realized something. Maybe since he was going to go out on this mission, he could sneak away or call for help. It was going to be his only opportunity to get out of this mess and return to his normal life. Just thinking about that caused him to feel a bit guilty. Was he being selfish? He shakes his head. No these people were out of their minds. They could never take down Cold or Briefs…right?

Goku walks out of the gym area. As he's out a man was standing beside the door. He takes a hold of his shoulder and points forward. Goku obeys and is escorted to his living quarters. Soon someone else was going to get caught up in all this craziness. He hopes they don't catch the other person.

So that's it for this chapter! What will happen on this mission? Who is the next person they'll be recruiting? Will Goku decide to escape or have a change in heart and stay to help? Find out next time!

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*A-N-Lights