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Goku noticed that Future Gohan seemed distracted and asked gently,
"What's wrong, Gohan?"
Future Gohan shook his head. "Nothing… I'm just surprised. Like you said, the androids in this world are completely different from mine. A world-ending crisis just… disappeared. I haven't fully processed it yet."
Goku understood more than he said. He placed a hand on Gohan's shoulder.
"Don't worry. I'll train you these next couple of days. When you go back, you'll have enough strength to handle everything."
Little Gohan immediately cheered, "Dad's going to train you! Do your best, future me!"
Future Gohan froze for a moment—then smiled. "Thank you."
Uneasy Calm
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Nappa suddenly leaned in. "Since the crisis is over, how about we celebrate?"
Raditz nodded. "Yeah, we've been training hard for three years. I know a great restaurant… a bit expensive though."
Goku shook his head.
"Not yet. Stay alert. I don't think the danger is completely over."
Everyone turned to him.
Krillin frowned. "What do you mean?"
"17 and 18 aren't a problem for now," Goku said. "But keep an eye on the news. Watch for anything unusual."
Piccolo narrowed his eyes. "You know something."
Goku nodded slightly. "Back at the lab, I saw an already-open stasis chamber. I think there's another android out there."
That was enough to shift the mood.
Still, Goku added calmly, "Don't worry too much. Their main target is me. You should be safe."
He dismissed everyone—and took both Gohans back to Dr. Gero's lab.
The Hidden Threat
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Deep underground, they found it.
A hidden chamber.
Machines humming. Lights flickering.
At the center—a bio-incubator.
Cells… growing.
Future Gohan's eyes widened. "What is this?"
Goku studied it briefly and shook his head.
"A bio-android project. But it looks unfinished… probably abandoned."
They collected what data they could and destroyed the lab.
It seemed like the threat had been eliminated.
But—
As they left—
All three suddenly froze.
A strange, overwhelming presence hit them.
Future Gohan's expression changed instantly.
"This energy… it's powerful—but…"
Little Gohan's voice trembled.
"It's chaotic… I can feel Frieza… and… you, Dad… it's all mixed together!"
Goku's face hardened.
"You two go home."
Then—
He placed two fingers on his forehead.
And vanished.
Meanwhile… A Quiet Town
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In a quiet town, Android 17 leaned lazily against a tree, yawning.
Inside a clothing shop, Android 18 was trying on outfit after outfit, clearly unsatisfied.
"18, how long is this going to take?" 17 called out.
"Relax. You've got nothing better to do. Learn some patience," she replied without turning.
17 smirked. "I'm not your boyfriend. I don't have that kind of patience."
Then, casually—
"What do you think about Goku?"
18 froze slightly, her face flushing faintly.
"What kind of question is that?"
She grabbed another outfit and disappeared into the fitting room.
17 chuckled.
"We're twins, you know. You can't fool me."
"Shut up!" 18 snapped from inside.
17 shrugged and turned away—
And then—
He froze.
A tall, green, insect-like figure stood right in front of him.
A cold, unnatural presence.
"Android 17… so you're here."
17's eyes narrowed.
"…What the hell are you supposed to be?"
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