Perfect Cell (Part 1)

Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom!!!!!

In the training grounds of the temple, Yuujin and Gokumi were engaged in an intense battle.

Their speed had reached its peak, their figures constantly flashing across the sky. Each collision between them caused violent shockwaves that reverberated through the air.

Watching from the sidelines, Chi-Chi, Celipa, and Android 18 had looks of amazement in their eyes. Vegea, on the other hand, stood with her arms crossed, her fists clenched tightly. As for Dark Android 18, who was seeing Yuujin and Gokumi in action for the first time, she was utterly shocked.

Although she knew Yuujin and the others were strong, she never expected them to be this powerful!

Are these two even human?!

In terms of pure strength, Yuujin and Gokumi were undoubtedly the strongest on the temple grounds. In their base forms, Vegea was close to their level, but when it came to their transformed states, the two had left everyone else far behind.

Although Yuujin often trained with Vegea and Chi-Chi, the only one who could truly push him to use his full power was Gokumi!

Their speed continued to increase, and before long, they had already exchanged hundreds of thousands of blows.

Fortunately, Bulma had recently developed an energy isolation device installed around the training grounds. Otherwise, the shockwaves from their battle alone would have destroyed the temple.

"Ha!!!"

At one point, Yuujin suddenly hesitated during the fight, and Gokumi seized the opportunity, charging forward and punching him square in the face.

With a loud crash, Yuujin was sent flying, slamming into the hard ground of the training area. He tumbled and rolled hundreds of meters before finally leaping back to his feet.

"Ouch, ouch, ouch, ouch, ouch…"

Yuujin sucked in a sharp breath, clutching his cheek in pain.

This damn girl, Gokumi, did she have to hit so hard?!

"Yuujin, are you okay?"

"What happened just now?"

Gokumi, Chi-Chi, and the others flew over, all looking at Yuujin with concern.

They could tell that Yuujin had momentarily lost focus during the battle, which was why Gokumi had managed to land a hit. This wasn't like Yuujin at all.

"Just now, I felt like something bad was watching me. Maybe it was just my imagination."

"Anyway, I'm fine."

"Gokumi, let's continue. This time, I won't lose!"

"Alright, alright! I won't lose to you either, Yuujin!"

Assuring the girls that he was okay, Yuujin and Gokumi resumed their battle.

Although Yuujin felt like he was forgetting something, he couldn't quite put his finger on it.

Well, if he couldn't remember, he couldn't remember. Even if the sky were to fall, he'd deal with it when it happened. For now, he needed to focus on the training. He didn't want to get hit by Gokumi again and embarrass himself in front of everyone…

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"Damn it! Damn it!! Damn it!!!"

On the coast, Dark Android 17, wearing an apron, was frantically firing energy blasts into the sea, causing massive explosions and sending towering waves crashing across the water.

Every single day, he was oppressed and bullied by Android 16 and Android 17. Not only did he have to do their laundry and cook for them, but he also had to endure their so-called "re-education" to become a better person. This hellish, slave-like existence was driving him insane!

"Ha… ha…"

Gasping for breath, Dark Android 17 finally felt a bit better after venting his frustration.

Picking up a nearby bucket, he prepared to head back.

No matter how miserable life was, he still had to keep going.

But just then, a figure flew in from the distance at high speed and landed in front of Dark Android 17.

It was Cell!!!

"I heard the commotion and came to check it out. I never expected to find such a pleasant surprise."

"Android 17, I've finally found you!"

Staring intently at Dark Android 17, Cell's face was filled with excitement.

"Ah… ahhh…"

"Ce… Cell!!!"

The bucket in Dark Android 17's hands clattered to the ground, and his entire body froze in terror as he stumbled backward.

"No… no way!"

"You were killed! How are you still alive?!"

Snapping out of his shock, Dark Android 17 couldn't believe what he was seeing.

He had personally witnessed Cell being beaten to a pulp by Vegea and then killed by Yuujin with a single finger beam. There was no way Cell could still be alive!

So why… why was Cell standing in front of him now?!

"I was killed?"

"I don't know what you're talking about, but it must have been another Cell, not me."

"I am Cell from another world, who traveled here using a time machine…"

Frowning, Cell explained.

"Cell from another world?!"

Dark Android 17's eyes widened in shock.

"That's right. In my world, you and Android 18 were both destroyed by Trunks. I searched the entire world but couldn't find you."

"Without you, I couldn't evolve into my perfect form. So, I killed Trunks and decided to travel back to a time when you were still alive."

"Although there was a slight mishap and I ended up in this world, it doesn't matter. As long as you and Android 18 exist here, that's enough for me."

"Now, Android 17, don't resist. Let me absorb you so we can become one and evolve into the most perfect form!"

Spreading his arms wide, Cell's face was filled with fanaticism.

He had traveled across worlds for this moment. He would never let Android 17 and Android 18 escape. He would absorb them no matter what!

"Who wants to be absorbed by you?!"

Yelling, Dark Android 17 turned and fled. He had no intention of being absorbed by this disgusting creature and becoming one with it.

Having witnessed Cell's battle with Vegea, he knew just how powerful and terrifying this monster was. While Vegea had been able to crush Cell, Dark Android 17 knew he stood no chance. So, without hesitation, he chose to run.

But Cell wasn't about to let him escape!

"You're not getting away!"

With a cold and cruel expression, Cell stomped the ground and shot after him…

Boom!!!

A deafening explosion shook the entire island.

Small animals scattered in panic, and Android 16 and Android 17, who were walking through the forest, turned their heads toward the source of the explosion.

"Tch, when is that guy going to stop?"

Thinking it was just Dark Android 17 venting again, Android 17 muttered in annoyance.

"No, there's another powerful energy signature besides Dark Android 17."

"This is bad. Dark Android 17 is in danger. We need to hurry!"

Detecting the other powerful presence on his radar, Android 16's expression turned serious. He immediately took to the sky, rushing toward Dark Android 17's location.

"Hey, hey, what's going on?"

"Android 16, wait for me!"

To be continued…

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