Seeing the trace of resentment on Bulma's face, Launch immediately pulled her along.
"Bulma, you haven't eaten breakfast yet, right?"
"I made buns—come inside and eat with us."
Bulma nodded.
"Alright. I get grumpy when I'm hungry. But for the sake of keeping my figure, I'll only eat one!"
Just then, Launch slipped a Nine-Turn Golden Pill into Bulma's hand.
Bulma looked at it suspiciously.
"What's this? A chocolate bean?"
Launch smiled.
"Just eat it. It's good stuff—Goku's grandpa gave it to us. They say it can improve your complexion…"
Before she even finished speaking, Bulma heard the words improve complexion and immediately popped the pill into her mouth.
The taste seemed pretty good.
She stretched out her hand again.
"Is there more? I didn't even taste it properly—give me another one…"
Launch's mouth twitched.
"Bulma, this thing is a treasure."
"Just one tiny pill can not only beautify your skin, it can also extend your lifespan by thirty years."
"There's still a small gourd left, but we really should save them.
If we sisters share them evenly, we can all stay young forever…"
Bulma's pupils shrank sharply.
"What?! This little thing can extend lifespan too?!"
"Yes… that's what Grandpa said," Launch replied blankly.
Bulma became instantly excited.
"That's amazing! Does that mean I won't get old even without makeup?!"
Launch scratched her head.
"Probably… I've never really worn makeup myself, so I'm not sure."
Bulma stared at Launch in disbelief.
Her figure was perfect, her skin flawless.
So many years had passed—Bulma and Goku had both grown older, yet Launch showed no signs of aging at all.
Bulma lowered her head and glanced at her own body, muttering regretfully,
"Oh no… I kind of regret it. I should've developed a bit more before eating it…"
Violet couldn't help laughing.
"Alright, Bulma. Your figure is already perfect as it is."
"This is just fine—don't be greedy."
Hearing that, Bulma proudly puffed out her chest.
"That's true. I think so too!"
With Bulma and the others helping out, Suno quickly blended into the small group.
Before long, the four women could practically sit down and play mahjong together.
...
A few days later—
While Goku was training, a system message flashed through his mind.
[In your previous life, you were either training or on your way to train.
Either fighting, or rushing toward the next battle.
You devoted your limited life entirely to cultivation and combat.
As a result, even friends you hadn't seen for years—you never went to visit.
Other than battle and training, you had no personal life.
After growing up, in your wife's eyes, you should have been a good husband.
In your children's eyes, a good father.
In your friends' eyes, in your teacher's eyes—
You played many roles in many people's lives.
Yet aside from being a martial artist, you fulfilled none of them well.
Your life has restarted.
You believe it should not be this way.
Besides fighting, you should also have other aspects of life.
Family. Lover. Children. Friends.
They all need you.
Relationships require occasional contact to stay warm.
You once promised Chi-Chi that when you grew up, you would make her your bride.
While you were training, Chi-Chi worked very hard to become a qualified bride.
A relationship must be mutual to achieve happiness.
Mission: Go visit Chi-Chi.
Reward: One Seven-Colored Flying Nimbus (can be ridden by anyone).]
Seeing the system mission, Goku withdrew from his training.
Thinking about it, the last time he visited Chi-Chi at Fire Mountain had been a year ago.
It really was time to go see her.
The reward—a Seven-Colored Flying Nimbus—wasn't bad either.
Even if he didn't use it himself, he could always give it to Bulma.
...
The once-scorching Fire Mountain, after being extinguished, had undergone explosive growth in vegetation.
Years had passed.
Now, the mountain was lush with greenery once more, returning to its former name—Cool View Mountain.
At the foot of the mountain, a small stream flowed gently.
Chi-Chi sat on a smooth green stone by the water, resting.
The once round and adorable little Chi-Chi had grown into a graceful young girl.
Her skirt was lifted to her knees, revealing lotus-white calves.
Her smooth little feet swayed in the clear stream.
Fish circled playfully around her toes, occasionally nibbling, making her giggle softly.
"Chi-Chi! Chi-Chi!"
Suddenly, Goku's voice echoed from afar.
Chi-Chi lifted her head and looked toward the distance.
"Huh? I heard someone calling me… that doesn't sound like Dad's voice…"
She stood up and peered into the distance.
"Chi-Chi! Chi-Chi!"
Goku's figure gradually became clear.
The girl's puzzled gaze instantly lit up with joy.
"Goku!"
"It really is Goku!"
She didn't even have time to put on her shoes—barefoot, she ran across the grass toward him.
Without hesitation, the two embraced tightly.
After holding him for a moment, Chi-Chi quickly pulled back and looked at him carefully.
Her cheeks flushed as she asked shyly,
"Goku… did you come to marry me and make me your bride?"
Goku smiled and affectionately pinched her cheek.
"Silly girl. We're still young—it's too early to get married."
"When we're both adults in a couple of years, then we can."
"I just came to see you this time."
Chi-Chi's face immediately lit up with happiness.
"So that's how it is! That's wonderful!"
"Perfect timing—I still haven't fully learned how to be a good bride yet."
"That means I still have time to keep studying!"
Goku glanced down and noticed she was barefoot.
Curious, he asked,
"What were you doing? Washing your feet?"
Chi-Chi's face turned red.
She curled her toes slightly and lowered her head.
"I saw you on TV… defeating Demon King Piccolo."
"But a whole month passed and you still didn't come see me."
"I was feeling lonely… I didn't expect you'd really come."
As she spoke, her head lowered further, her cheeks burning.
Goku gently patted her head, guilt in his voice.
"Sorry. I didn't come often enough."
Chi-Chi hurriedly shook her head.
"It's okay. As long as you have me in your heart, that's enough."
"I know you train every day—you're very busy."
Goku said, "By the way, Chi-Chi… there's something I should tell you about marriage."
Her big eyes blinked.
"What is it?"
"A few days ago, a girl came to look for me. Her name is Suno."
"When I was searching for the Dragon Balls as a kid, we met before."
"She recognized me on TV and came all the way to find me… saying she wanted to marry me."
"I never meant to attract so many girls. It's just that…"
Chi-Chi leaned gently against his chest and whispered softly,
"It's okay, Goku. I don't mind."
"So many girls liking you just means my Goku is amazing."
"The more popular you are, the prouder I feel of you!"
Her face grew even redder as she spoke.
Goku held her tighter.
After a moment, Chi-Chi bit her lower lip lightly and said in a small voice,
"Goku… I might be a little dumb."
"I've been learning to drive for three months and still haven't passed the test."
"Let alone learning how to fly an aircraft."
"I kept thinking… if I could fly like Bulma, then whenever I missed you, I could come see you myself…"
"But I failed the driving test twice already. I'm kind of scared now."
"You won't dislike me for that, will you…?"
Goku shook his head vigorously.
"Of course not! How could I ever dislike you?"
"That stuff just takes practice. Driving schools only teach so much."
"Later, I'll ask Bulma to teach you—she's really good at driving."
At that moment, another system message flashed through his mind.
[Mission "Visit Chi-Chi" completed.
Reward: Seven-Colored Flying Nimbus has been issued.
Activation phrase: Shout "Flying Nimbus," and it will appear before you.]
Goku blinked.
Thinking about it, Bulma flying an aircraft wasn't inconvenient at all.
Better to make full use of things—
He might as well give the Flying Nimbus to Chi-Chi instead.
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