The Sacred World of the Kai had been beaten into such a state... Old Kai would surely blame them when he arrived. Goku and the others were silent, and Vegeta was even more so.
The announcer hesitated for a moment, then immediately stepped forward with the microphone to inquire: "Excuse me... the father of Mr. Satan's daughter's classmate... where is Cell?"
Goku: "????"
"Are you talking to me?" Goku pointed to his nose in confusion.
"Yes... yes." The announcer nodded.
Goku: "..."
That long string of prefixes made it hard for him to react.
"Ah... Cell has been defeated!" Goku smiled and explained to the announcer.
"Cell has been defeated? By whom?" The announcer was suddenly filled with excitement.
"By Mr. Satan, of course," Goku laughed.
Satan: "????"
Satan was instantly dumbfounded. What do you mean? Why are you being so nice?
"Uncle..." Videl also looked confused and looked up at Goku.
"Isn't that right, Gohan?" Goku smiled at Gohan again, blinking at him repeatedly.
"Yeah, yeah... hahaha!" Gohan didn't know what to say either, so he just nodded and gave a hollow laugh.
"But... how did Mr. Satan defeat Cell? Why didn't I see it?" The announcer was perplexed and couldn't wrap his head around it.
"Well... Cell just swelled up like a balloon, and Mr. Satan released energy from a distance, blasting Cell out of the Earth until he vanished," Goku explained with effort, scratching his head. "I just went into space to check, and I found that Cell has completely disappeared. He should be dead."
The announcer's eyes widened, and he turned to look at Satan. Satan's eyes twitched. Does this man lie without even making a draft? I never did anything like that! But if you're giving this massive honor to me, then I won't be polite! If you don't want it, I do!
"Hahaha! Yes, yes, Cell was indeed defeated by me!" Satan stood with his hands on his hips, laughing awkwardly.
"Incredible!" The announcer immediately raised the microphone and shouted loudly, "Ladies and gentlemen of the world, did you hear that? The one who saved the Earth is the amazing Mr. Satan!"
"Satan! Satan! Satan!"
People all over the world erupted in cheers, chanting Mr. Satan's name. Videl was so ashamed she wanted to hide in Gohan's arms. Dad, can we not be so embarrassing? I saw who defeated Cell. Does it have anything to do with you?
"Well then, Mr. Satan, we'll see you again," Goku laughed and lightly patted Satan on the shoulder.
"Hmm?" Satan looked confused. I don't want to see you again! Even though you gave me the honor... I always feel like you're up to no good. I feel like I'm about to lose something very precious.
"Let's go, let's head back to the Lookout first," Goku called out to the group. "We'll use the Dragon Balls to revive those who died."
No one objected. Then, Goku used Instant Transmission, and in the blink of an eye, they appeared at the Lookout.
"Gohan, where's Videl? Didn't she come with you?" Piccolo was stunned to find that Videl wasn't there.
"No, wasn't Uncle Piccolo always with her?" Gohan asked curiously.
Piccolo: "..."
Piccolo's face turned black. You want me to look after your future wife? Just because we Namekians are hermaphroditic doesn't mean it won't raise suspicions.
"Maybe we left her behind..." Gohan scratched his head, a forced smile on his face. "Forget it, we'll deal with it later."
Piccolo didn't say much more. After all, Gohan was still young. Goku looked at Gohan but didn't speak.
"Dende, I'm counting on you," Krillin stepped forward and asked Dende to heal Android 18. Dende didn't refuse, and the healing light quickly covered 18's body.
"Kakarot, don't leave yet. I have something to say to you," Vegeta said to Goku, glancing toward the rising 18.
"Ah... okay," Goku nodded, not objecting.
As soon as 18 opened her eyes, she leaped up from the ground.
"This is the Lookout. Don't worry, Cell has been defeated by Goku and Gohan!" Krillin explained to 18 with a smile.
18 was stunned, looking at Goku and then at Gohan.
"You should thank Krillin," Piccolo interjected. "After you were spat out of Cell's stomach, he fought hard to protect you."
"Yeah, he held you tightly the whole time, unwilling to let go," Yamcha added with a smile. "So you should show some gratitude, you know?"
Krillin's face turned black, and he glared at Yamcha. You talk too much!
"Well... I couldn't just leave her to die," Krillin defended himself weakly, feeling embarrassed.
"I get it, Uncle Krillin has fallen in love with 18!" Gohan suddenly realized and blurted it out.
BAM!
Krillin immediately gave Gohan a headbutt.
"Hahaha, I knew it was like that," Yamcha watched the scene, enjoying the chaos.
Krillin: "..."
Krillin's face was red with embarrassment, and he didn't dare meet 18's gaze. 18, however, gave a cold snort and turned away. Krillin was stunned. Don't ignore me.
"Stop dreaming. Would I ever be interested in you? You little shorty!" After leaving those words, 18 immediately took flight. "Don't think that just because you saved me, I have to marry you!"
With that, 18 leaped down from the sky.
"Damn it! You're just a robot, what's with that attitude! Krillin would just get a mouthful of engine oil if he tried to lick you!" Yamcha couldn't take it anymore and shouted.
18 slowly stopped, her cold face turning dark. What do you mean "a mouthful of engine oil"?
"I just can't stand it!" Yamcha quickly hid behind Goku. 18 ignored him and turned to leave.
"Let's use the Dragon Balls to revive the people killed by Cell," Piccolo suggested.
"Uncle Krillin, don't be discouraged, you still have us as friends," Gohan laughed.
"You're the one with the big mouth. You already have Videl, why are you talking so much nonsense?" Krillin said crossly. Gohan quickly covered his mouth.
"Krillin, it's okay, there will be a chance. I know you two will end up together," Goku stepped forward and patted Krillin's shoulder, offering comfort. Hearing Goku say this, Krillin felt much better.
Then, Goku and the others summoned Shenron. Cell's appearance had caused many deaths on Earth, including the soldiers of the King's Guard. Shenron coiled in the night sky, hovering above the Lookout.
"Why did the sky suddenly turn dark?" 18 was stunned and instinctively looked back toward the Lookout. Then, she saw Shenron appearing above the Lookout and was instantly shocked. What is that thing? I have to go see! 18 took flight and quietly returned to the Lookout.
"Please revive all the people killed by Cell!" Yamcha made the wish to Shenron and then asked Goku, "Goku, is this the right wish?"
Goku nodded. The first wish was granted. All those killed by Cell who hadn't died before were revived. It's worth mentioning that the Dragon Balls Dende modified here were different from those in Trunks' timeline. The Dende in Trunks' time had grown older and more powerful, so he could revive people who had died once. But the current Dende was just a child and couldn't do that yet.
"One more wish can be granted. State your second wish," Shenron's voice rang out.
"Goku, do you have a suitable wish?" Yamcha turned to ask Goku.
"I don't have any wishes. You guys go ahead," Goku shook his head with a smile.
"Vegeta, do you want Shenron to help you draw out your latent energy?" Piccolo suddenly asked Vegeta.
"Hmph, that's not necessary!" Vegeta refused decisively. What is Shenron compared to Whis? Once today is over, I must find a way to contact Whis as soon as possible. I want Whis to teach me Ultra Instinct! Once I master Ultra Instinct, I can definitely defeat Beast Gohan and Kakarot.
"Tch, ungrateful!" Piccolo smiled lightly. Vegeta ignored him.
"Since you guys don't have any wishes, I won't be polite!" Yamcha suddenly became interested. "I want Shenron to give me a few girlfriends. That's not too much to ask, right?"
Goku: "..."
Tien: "..."
Trunks: "..." No wonder Mom didn't end up with you. You're such a scumbag! Asking Shenron for girlfriends? Trunks couldn't stop complaining in his heart. I'm glad you're not my father.
"Shenron, can you turn 16, 17, and 18 back into normal humans?" Krillin suddenly asked.
18 was hiding behind a pillar nearby. Hearing Krillin's words, she resisted the urge to rush out and slap him to death. Why should I become a normal person? I'm fine as an Android. At least I have great power! Also, what flows through me isn't engine oil.
"That's not possible. The power of those three Androids far exceeds mine. I am powerless against such people," Shenron shook his head.
18 breathed a sigh of relief. Good, I thought I was going to become an ordinary person.
"Still not possible..." Krillin lowered his head.
"Why include 17? Isn't he dead?" Yamcha asked curiously.
"No, the first wish was to revive everyone killed by Cell, so 17 has also been revived. It's not surprising," Piccolo said flatly.
"Then... let's change the wish!" Krillin looked up and stated a new wish. "Can you remove the self-destruct devices inside the three of them?"
18: "..."
"No," Shenron replied, shaking his head.
Vegeta: "..." I clearly remember... in my previous life, this wish could be granted. Why can't it be granted in this life?
"Because the bomb inside 16 has already been removed, so saying to remove the self-destruct devices in all three is an incorrect statement," Shenron said seriously.
Krillin: "..."
Vegeta: "..."
"Then remove the self-destruct devices in 17 and 18, meaning eliminate the bombs inside them," Krillin's mouth twitched, and he said hurriedly.
"That's no problem," Shenron nodded. "Alright, the bombs inside the two have been eliminated. Your wish has been granted. Farewell!"
With that, Shenron transformed back into the seven Dragon Balls. WHOOSH! The seven Dragon Balls scattered across the world. The sky returned to its bright state.
18 watched this miraculous scene, stunned for a moment. Then, she felt her body. Sure enough, the bomb was gone.
"Mr. Krillin, why did you make such a wish?" Trunks expressed his confusion.
"I thought it was pitiful for them to have bombs hidden inside them," Krillin replied.
"Uncle Krillin, you're so kind," Gohan smiled.
18 felt a bit conflicted in her heart. Was I a bit too much to him? I suddenly feel like this Krillin guy is quite nice.
"Yamcha, I'm sorry I didn't ask Shenron to get you a few more girlfriends," Krillin turned to Yamcha with some apology.
"It's okay, it's okay, I was just joking. I was thinking of getting a few and giving you one," Yamcha laughed and replied quickly. "That would comfort your wounded soul!"
Krillin: "..." You want so many girlfriends and only give me one? You're really too much.
"Krillin, I don't understand, why did you even remove 17's bomb?" Tien asked.
"Although I like 18, I think 17 is a better match for her... so..." Krillin smiled awkwardly.
18 couldn't listen anymore and immediately jumped out from behind the pillar. Krillin and the others were all startled.
"Idiot! 17 and I are twin siblings!" 18 said crossly.
Krillin was dumbfounded.
"Don't get any ideas. Even though you removed my self-destruct device, I'm not grateful! You baldie!" 18 snorted, turned away, then took a deep look at Krillin and whispered, "See you later!"
With that, 18 left the Lookout.
"Krillin, she said 'see you later,' which means there's still hope," Yamcha said with a smile. "But I advise you not to have too high expectations."
"Kakarot!" Two veins popped on Vegeta's forehead, and he gritted his teeth. "Have you had enough of this spectacle?"
"What do you mean?" Goku was stunned, not quite understanding.
"Don't think I don't know. You're a reincarnator too, aren't you?" Vegeta snorted and whispered to Goku.
Except for Piccolo and Dende, who had better hearing, the others couldn't hear this.
"Haha, Vegeta, I knew you were a reincarnator too," Goku laughed.
"Follow me!" After saying that, Vegeta immediately took flight.
"Okay," Goku nodded and followed behind Vegeta.
The two quickly left the Lookout. Seeing Goku and Vegeta leave together, the others were slightly stunned.
"Where did Dad go? Is he going to... with Uncle Vegeta?" Gohan asked curiously.
"Don't worry, Gohan, Vegeta is no match for Goku," Yamcha laughed.
Gohan remained silent. I'm not worried about my dad; I'm worried about Uncle Vegeta getting hurt again.
Trunks was also speechless. Is Dad really going to challenge Mr. Goku? Has he forgotten the beating he took from Broly?
"Let them go, it'll be fine," Piccolo said flatly.
"Uncle Piccolo, you're staying here at the Lookout from now on, right?" Gohan asked.
"That's right, that's my plan," Piccolo nodded.
"Can I come over to play often?" Gohan asked again.
"Of course, no problem. Remember to bring your little girlfriend too," Piccolo smiled gently. Gohan blushed, feeling embarrassed.
...
Uninhabited Mountain Area.
Vegeta descended from the sky and landed in this area. Goku followed closely behind, appearing opposite Vegeta.
"Kakarot, tell me about the world before your reincarnation," Vegeta said, having calmed down, looking at Goku.
"Well... the world before my reincarnation..." Goku scratched his head. "That's a long story..."
"It's okay, I have plenty of time. Tell me in detail," Vegeta said calmly.
"Where should I start?" Goku was a bit undecided and asked Vegeta, "I want to know, where did our worlds in the previous life start to differ?"
Vegeta briefly talked about the Cell incident in his previous life.
"Yeah, that's the same," Goku nodded in agreement. "I also died in the battle with Cell."
"Then, what about Majin Buu?" Vegeta asked again.
Goku was a bit slow at explaining, so Vegeta took over and told Goku everything about Majin Buu.
"Hahaha, Vegeta, I didn't expect we both experienced the same Majin Buu incident," Goku laughed.
"And then?" Vegeta asked again.
To be continued…
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