#Goku Jr is GoChi's son in this continuity

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The Second Saiyan of Earth fought so hard to prevent the energy blast from the god Emperor from hitting the Earth as he felt his energy slowly fading when an explosion between the two energy blasts knocked Goku Jr back, causing him to fall towards the atmosphere. Unable to find the strength to keep going, is tired eyes looked towards him as he fell closer and closer to Earth. Seemingly catching on fire for the most part but his durability prevented him from taking any real damage. His breathing became heavier from exhaustion as he struggled to keep his eyes open. He could hear his life flashing before his eyes as well as memories swarming like crazy.

"You can relax, little brother...." He could hear Gohan's voice in his memories. Every time he told him not to be scared. "I can tell you're getting nervous."

The next voice he heard was twin. "Look at all we've lost and all we've learned," he heard Goten's voice. Remembering the vividly wise tone in Goten's voice. Everything they learned from their losses became so painfully evident as he thought about it more.

The next voice however caused the same Prince of Fire Mountain to desperately try to find whatever strength to keep fighting. Any strength that may be harboring within. "I'll stay in your heart...." The voice of Chi-Chi, his Mother, said in Goku Jr's mind. Thoughts of all of his friends and family including his wife and children were swarming Goku Jr like a storm as he heard all of their voices.

"Kaka, we're waiting......" He heard them all say as if they were all calling out to him to keep fighting. All while he was praying for them to just give him the strength to keep fighting. The strength he needed to take Zamasu down. He needed it. Tears fell from his eyes, as the fear and desperation began to sink in. "Waiting...... Waiting......."

"Everyone.... Lend me your strength.... please....." He said as he closed his eyes. But then it happened. A sudden surge of energy came to him. It was almost as if his call was answered. But the only way to accept it was to open the gate. He knew what he had to do... Whatever it took to defeat him... Whatever it took to save them... To return home.....

With a blood curdling roar, Goku Jr gathered enough energy and transformed all the way back into Ultra Instinct sign as he began to fly at great speeds back to where Zamasu was. Only stopping when he was present for the god to see him. Quickly entering a fighting stance making it clear that he wasn't done yet.

Zamasu was enraged by the sight of this. First it was the original Son Goku that would defile his ideals of the world as a god. And now his son was following in his footsteps. His clone and adopted brat. It seems that he wasn't completely broken or beaten. He was going to have to fix that. And he will.

Goku Jr glared as he watched the god emperor stare him down before he spoke again. "I don't think you really get it," Goku Jr said, in his tired yet determined state. "I can't afford to die!" His determination only fuels him as he continued on. His energy only spiked up more and all on Earth and even in the realms of the Gods, and other world could feel his energy. The thoughts of his mother , Chi-Chi, his father, Goku, his brothers and sisters, "Because I will protect my world.... And I will get back to my sons...." The sheer determination in Goku Jr's words and voice were evident as the thoughts of his wife really got through to him and completed his determination being fueled. "AND I WILL GET BACK TO MY WIIIIIFE!!!!!!!" Afterwards he would charge at the god emperor, before punching him square in the face before moving again at the speeds that zamasu could not keep up with before punching him in the back, then in the stomach. "For every comrade," the Saiyan Prince of Fire Mountain said as he persisted in his assault. "Every one of my friends, and all the souls who were slaughtered by your hands!"

And was that he then charged up his energy into his fist as he then delivered a massive punch to zamasu's stomach, both of them to fly towards the atmosphere and crashing down onto the Earth around them creating a massive crater. "SIX THOUSAND DRAGON FIST!!!!!!!!" Goku Jr screamed at the top of his lungs as he crashed down with Zamasu onto the Earth, causing a massive dragon made from all of the energy he had gathered, that flew into the sky before turning and flying back towards the two and hitting Zamasu right in the face, causing a massive explosion.

Everyone could feel the immense energy as they all rushed towards where it came from to see the crater and Goku Jr standing over Zamasu before trying to walk away. Seeing his friends gather around but also various energy rifts showed up as they realized what was going on. Zamasu could be heard laughing. Various different versions of Goku Black, Gohan Black and the rest of the different versions of Zamasu and his cultists. "You idiot...." Zamasu said in his pained laughter. "Can't you see? You sealed all of your Fates, just to beat me... You summoned all of my cult, when you unleashed your power. And ensured my victory, and now you'll never be able to go home....."

It was at that point Goku Jr slowly and deliberately turned towards Zamasu. Was Piccolo and Vegeta feeling the rage coming from him. The same Prince of Fire Mountain only began to walk towards him. "You're going to call off your cult....." Goku Jr said coldly as he slowly but surely approached one of Trunks' broken swords that was dropped during the battle.

Goku Black only scoffed at this as he noticed Goku Jr trying to intimidate him. Who did he think he was? Only to then boast about how Goku Jr had still failed. "Or what?" He clearly said he slowly but surely pointed out a major fact that was going to bite him in the ass. "You can't kill me, boy!"

Goku Jr let him speak before he got closer to the blade, his eyes darkened with sheer amounts of anger, and emotions. He knew that there was only one way to get him to call them off. And the fact that Zamasu can't die gave him more of an excuse. His eyes temporarily turned towards Zamasu. "Exactly," he said before turning to the blade which was still a few feet away from him before walking towards it. "I can't kill you, that is true. But you're going to wish I could...."

The Second Saiyan of Earth was seen walking towards the god in the body of his father. Goku, Chi-Chi, and the rest of his family and friends could see the rage in his eyes. The anger felt immense as Goku Jr picked up the broken blade from Trunks.The fear in Goku Black's eyes as he spoke. "Wait.... Wait.... AAAAACK!!!!!!" A scream of agony was heard for the Kai in Goku's Body as the Clone of Goku violently stabbed him. The pain was unbearable as the adopted son of Goku continued his assault. The relentless stabbings were filled with such rage and hatred. Something that Zamasu knew that even the purest of heart deep down were truly capable of. Each stab was 10 times more painful than the last. And it was clear that the second Saiyan of Earth was letting out all of his anger emotion and pain into every single stab that he delivered. Zamasu only continued to scream in agony, as Goku Jr showed the monster that he could be.

"How does it feel to be helpless!?" Goku Jr screamed in his anger, pain and sorrow. Each stab that he delivered was so damn personal. For all of the pain that this bastard had caused. Every amount of suffering that was inflicted because of this man who used his father's face and name in order to inflict such pain and misery. Goku Black's screams of agony did not stop him, but rather fueled him to keep going. "How does it feel to know pain!?" Each stab and word showcased more and more emotion the more this went on. He knew that he could never kill Zamasu. This particular version of Goku Black that had plagued him for so long was immortal in various ways. But he wasn't deterred in his actions. In fact this is exactly why he was doing this. He was taking advantage of the fact that he can't kill Goku Black now. To not only make him suffer and understand what it's like to go through a small taste of the pain that he caused. But also to let out all of his own pain and suffering out. Coming to terms with the fact that this man turned a once innocent boy into something that he wasn't.

The more this went on the more horrified everyone around became. Too terrified to even move. Goku wanted to stop his son but for some reason, something was preventing him from doing so. "I watched my comrades die in Honor!" He screamed with even more rage in his heart as he continued his relentless mutilation of his enemy. His rage became more and more evident with each attack. "Crying as they were slain! I heard their final moments, CALLING OUT TO THEIR CAPTAIN IN VAIN!!!!"

The more Goku Jr continued to inflict his pain upon Zamasu, the more everyone could see the tears from Goku Jr.'s eyes as he continued on. "LOOK AT WHAT YOU TURNED ME INTO!!!!" He screamed in his fury. Clearly not intending to show any Mercy. The influence of Piccolo and Vegeta clearly evident here but that moral compass was still present. Locked away inside that closed heart of Goku Jr at the moment. The Saiyan Prince of Fire Mountain continued to force the blade in and out of the places that would cause Zamasu the most pain. "LOOK AT WHAT WE'VE BECOME!!!!!"

"E-ENOUGH!!!" Zamasu begged in his screams. His screaming became louder the more Goku Jr continued. "STOP! STOOOOP!!!!!!!"

"ALL OF THE PAIN THAT I'VE BEEN THROUGH! HAVEN'T I SUFFERED ENOUGH!?" Goku Jr countered as he continued to slam the blade into the body of his enemy. Refusing to show any Mercy at this point. "YOU DIDN'T STOP, WHEN I BEGGED YOU!!!! TOLD ME TO CLOSE MY HEART!!!!! YOU SAID THE WORLD WAS DARK!!!!!"

The God in Goku's Body was choking on his own blood at this point for the most part as he was coughing it out. "Y-You...." He said as he was being stabbed more and more as he screamed the rest out in pain. "MONSTER!!!!!!" That didn't stop the Saiyan Prince as he continued onward.

"DIDN'T YOU SAY THAT RUTHLESSNESS WAS MERCY UPON OUR-!?" Goku Jr tried to say only to be cut off by Zamasu.

"ALRIGHT!!!! I GIVE!!!!!" He screamed out. "Please... I surrender... You win.... Just Stop... Goku....”

[ao3feed-vegebul]

by Sharky_Smil3

“Your eyes are blue,”points out Goten flatly. Trunks sends him a look, before answering.

“And your hair is black...” a pause, “my mother has blue eyes.” Trunks looks at Goten again before continuing, “you look at lot like your father.”

Words: 7309, Chapters: 1/2, Language: English

Fandoms: Dragon Ball

Rating: General Audiences

Warnings: No Archive Warnings Apply

Categories: F/M, M/M

Characters: Son Gohan Jr., Satan Videl, Bra|Bulla Briefs, Son Goku, Son Goten, Vegeta, Bulma Briefs, Trunks Briefs, Milk|Chichi

Relationships: Son Goten/Trunks Briefs, Trunks Briefs/Son Goten, Bulma Briefs/Vegeta, Vegeta/Bulma Briefs, Milk|Chichi/Son Goku, Son Goku/Milk|Chichi

Additional Tags: Metioned VegeBul, Mentioned GoChi, Mentioned Videl/Son Gohan Jr., This was supposed to be an arranged marriage one shot, but now I am not sure what this is, I keep forgetting to add the Dragon Ball in parenthesis for the character names, Fuck it.

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"I didn't fucking ask to be made!"

Warning: this little preview of this upcoming chapter, has references to self-harm and depression. Reader discretion is advised.

https://archiveofourown.org/works/42966381/chapters/151919257

#Goku #ChiChi #GoChi #SonFamily #GokuJr

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Preview to Goku Jr and Gohan Jr: Nightmares.

It was a late beautiful night on Mount Paozu. Or a version of it in the reality of Conton City. The home of the Time Patrol. Peaceful and quiet as there was a moment of peace for the Time Patrol. Overall not many things that the Time Patrol couldn't handle at the time. Luckily, things were peaceful, and after the whole fiasco with the Red Ribbon Army, various members of the Time Patrol, specifically the more experienced members, we're hoping it would stay that way for a little bit.

This would include our main version of Goku and Chi-Chi who are currently staying at one of their sons’ new house for the time being to help keep an eye on two additions to the Son Family. Son Gohan Jr, nicknamed Hano, a perfect clone of Gohan that was found by the son they were staying with, Son Kakarot Goku Jr. And adopted by him as well. And Son Ryu, a clone of Goten created by the Dragon Balls by a wish made by the four-year-old Demi Saiyan, who wanted a little brother.

It was a peaceful night for the most part. Except for one little Demi Saiyan who was tossing and turning in his sleep. Eventually the young child woke up screaming. Slowly getting out of bed before rushing out of his room and towards the master bedroom. There were a few energy signatures in the hous which the boy was easily able to sense and recognize but follow the one that he was more familiar with.

The boy ran past the closest room to his, the guest room, where Goku and Chi-Chi were staying for the week. Instead running to the master bedroom down the hall. Carefully opening the door to not wake up and alarm anyone. He was scared. But he knew that he could run up to the Saiyan sleeping on the master bed, no problem. With the door opened enough for the small Demi Saiyan child to enter the room, he was seen climbing onto the bed. Reaching a Saiyan that looked completely identical to Goku for the most part. However this Saiyan was well aware of the child as he slowly mumbled, opening his tired eyes. But the Saiyan’s response wasn't of a cold hearted warrior. Rather an act a parent would take with a child.

This turned out to be Son Kakarot Goku Jr. A clone of Goku, created through the Dragon Balls, and Goku and Chi-Chi’s adopted son. And the young boy's father. The first time father was easily able to tell something was wrong. “What's wrong, Hano?” the tired Saiyan asked the boy. A tired tone of compassion heard from his voice.

“I had a nightmare, Papa,” the Boy explained and Goku Jr could feel the boy was startled. Not just from his voice but also his fluffed-up tail. Not to mention the boy was shaking to no end so it was easy to tell that he was scared.

Goku Jr sat up on his bed while he let out a yawn. He had to think of an idea to make Hano feel a little safer. Luckily, he had a few ideas that he knew would work. Thanks to his parents raising him, mainly. He figured it would be a good time to check up on Hano’s little brother too, while he was at it. Little Ryu was most likely sleeping in the crib in his room. However, there was a smaller crib in the main living room in case he needed to take a nap during the day.

“Tell ya what,” he calmly and gently told his son. “If you let me go check up on your little brother, we can make a pillow fort for the three of us, and I can tell you a bedtime story.”

Hano’s eyes brightened from what his father said. “Really!?” he said with excitement and Goku Jr could see the boy’s tail wagging a bit. The young father couldn’t help but smile at this.

“Yep!” The father said, calmly getting up as he continued. “I just need to get things set up so that we can make the little fort.” his smile was still there when he saw his little saiyan ‘pup’ so to speak, smile. “Just make sure you try not to wake Grandma and Grandpa up, okay?”

“Kay!” Little Gohan Jr said, hopping off the bed and running to his room to grab pillows and blankets.

Goku Jr couldn't help but smile. Now fully up, The saiyan stretched, while his tail swayed around as he walked out of the room. He observes his son, carrying whatever he could to the living room, smiling before he slowly walks past the room his parents were staying in, since the door was open. He took a peek into the room to check on his parents. Goku Sr and Chi-Chi were clearly still sleeping. Goku Jr smiled a bit, knowing his parents could use a bit of rest. He wanted them to be able to be grandparents and not parents.

Afterwards he went to the room that was right next to it. The way it was set up, is clearly the room of a baby. Walking inside, the younger Goku couldn't help but smile, walking towards the crib where little Ryu was sleeping. The baby Demi Saiyan looked so peaceful in his sleep. He looked like a baby Goten. The Goku style hair, the absence of a tail, the childlike innocent face. “Still peacefully sleeping, I see,” the Young Father softly said. His smile brightened a little bit more as this happened. “My little Fighter. My little Son Ryu. Just like your older brother, my pride and joy.”

It was at that moment little Ryu sniffled a bit, slowly waking up. Not from Goku Jr’s voice. But something was normal for babies. Goku Jr paid attention to everything around him. He couldn't smell anything so he knew he didn't need to change Ryu’s diaper. So it was either a nightmare or he was hungry. Before Ryu could start throwing a little tantrum. The Saiyan Prince of Fire Mountain, slowly and gently picked up the little Demi Saiyan. And he couldn't help but smile at hearing his little son giggling from this. “pa..pa,” Ryu said in a tired tone. Light giggles as well were heard afterwards.

Goku Jr couldn't help but smile even more. In many ways this was what he truly wanted one day. He didn't think it would even happen, let alone the way it did. These two indirectly gave him one of his dreams. Fatherhood. “That's right, kiddo,” the younger Goku softly cooed to his child. “Big strong Papa's here. And I always will be. My little prince of Fire Mountain and Mount Paozu. You'll always be safe as long as I'm here.”

Part of him knew that really was too young to truly understand him, but that didn't matter to him. Knowing that review felt safe just by the little child's body language alone was more than enough for him to say those things. Part of him knew it was more so the comforting approach he took, similar to how his mother approached things with him when he was scared. He remembered a few instances when he was a child himself, she used to sing him the lullaby he was all too familiar with. Hearing her sing it always made him feel safe. Something he also noticed with his boys as well when he sang the lullaby.

Ryu was surprisingly intelligent for his age too. Seemingly able to give some level of communication aside from words and tantrums. A light tug on Goku Jr.'s clothing was more than enough to get the father's attention. And when Ryu could tell that he had it. Giving a little hand gesture towards his mouth, clearly telling his father that he was hungry. Goku Jr could easily tell what he was saying.

“Hungry bud?” Goku Jr asked, seeing his little fighter nod. “Let's get you fed then buddy,” he told him with a smile before slowly heading to the kitchen as he carried Ryu. The younger Demi Saiyan clinging on to his father, giggling a bit as this happened. Unfortunately, there wasn't much Goku Jr could do with Ryu with his cries or giggles, aside from soothing the tension the young boy could be feeling. Which wouldn't really do him any good at the moment. If his parents woke up, they would now fully believe that it would be their young grandson who caused it.

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Must be a Saiyan Thing:

It was a quiet night in Mount Paozu in the Conton City reality. GT Goten and Goku Jr were currently relaxing outside looking at the night sky filled with stars as they sat next to a campfire. The Stars perfectly aligned around as they felt the breeze prickling at their skin. It was a beautiful night indeed. The two Saiyan counterparts couldn't help but marvel at the site that they were seeing.

"Wow," GT Goten finally said. Struggling to keep his astonishment at Bay. "Get a load of this sky."

"yeah it can be really pretty sometimes," Goku Jr said as you couldn't help but smile a bit after saying that. A hint of something on his mind was there but he would keep it to himself as it was a thought that always made him smile as of late.

"Speaking of pretty things," GT Goten finally said causing his brother to look at him with a hint of suspicion. "What's going on between you and that Yamelia girl?"

"what do you mean what's up?" Goku Jr quickly questioned. Not knowing where his counterpart was going with this.

"well I don't mean to stick my nose into your business or nothing," GT Goten could be heard saying. A clear indication that he might be aware of what's going on already. "But from what I can tell, there's a hint of Attraction there."

"Ppfffst WHAT!?" Goku Jr quickly said in disbelief, as if he was oblivious to what was happening. "Come on! It's not like that bro! We just flirt with each other just to mess around! That's all! For fun!"

GT Goten only playfully scoffed at his brother's remarks. "Well, that diary seems to tell a different story. From what I can tell, she's absolutely over the moon for you bro."

"Maybe but it's hard to tell if it's just genuine or it was just her coping with her flirtatious and feisty side, as well as her bashfulness at times," Goku Jr finally said. "Can't really know if she really means it or anything."

The second biological son of Goku only laughed a little bit much at Goku Jr's annoyance. "Hahaha... You're so much like dad, Kaka," GT Goten finally said between his chuckles. "Because clearly taking a hint isn't your strong suit!" He then stopped laughing as he then gave a light but genuine smile. "Not going to lie, she is pretty cute though. You should flirt with her more often. You know, just a "mess around" and whatnot."

"yeah yeah," Goku Jr said in annoyance at his brother. "I'll get right on to that!"

"Oh come on, Kaka!" GT Goten said in his still light-hearted tone as he continued. "I'm just giving my bro a hard time, is all! To be fair, I've also been oblivious to a woman's affections before."

"Really?" Goku Jr finally said with a chuckle. "How did that turn out?"

GT Goten then took a moment to ponder on that question as he thought back about his version of Marron. As well as a few others he met in his childhood and the course of his life as well. He never cheated on anyone but he had been oblivious to how girls felt about him. Hearing Marron's voice in his mind reminded him of that time. "Goten, can you at least promise something?" he heard the memory of Marron's voice in his mind. "No matter what happens on your missions and the Time Patrol, try not to do anything too reckless, please? Just try to always come back safely...."

Snapping back into the present, GT Goten took a moment to think about what happened before taking a deep breath. "Rather unpredictably," he finally said. A hint of regret was there in his voice as he did so. "The thing is we grew up together, so I guess it should have been expected!" He then thought about all the times him and his version of Marron played together and talked together. how much closer they were in comparison to how they were to Trunks at that time. It was clear he was looking back on perhaps past mistakes. "Looking back at it now in hindsight, I could see the signs clearly. But as I was starting to catch on and notice the signs, things started to get... Complicated."

"How?" Goku Jr asked with a hint of confusion.

"I met another girl," he answered truthfully as he thought about Valese.

"yeah?" Goku Jr responded.

"Before I knew it, my feelings for my closest friend were put aside for this other girl who would forever change my life," GT Goten said, thinking about how he met Valese, the times when neither of them was really comfortable with each other until they really started to talk. "At first I wasn't really sure of her, and I could tell that she wasn't really completely impressed with me either. But when we really started talking, and as time went on, we got closer. However that only made things even more complicated." He took a moment to think of all the battles he had fought and then all of a sudden the memories really started to swell in his mind. And eventually, he remembered that his version of Marron decided that she was done waiting for him and then started to be with their version of Trunks from now on. "Unfortunately fate got tired of waiting for me to wise up to things. So before I can make a decision, it made the choice for me...." There was clearly regret in his voice as he said that. A clear hint of sadness there too. "And now.... I'll never get the chance to know what could have been between me and her."

A smile then began to form on his face again as he accepted that the past was now in the past and he had to put it behind him. "But I guess you didn't have to deal with such a thing, huh Kaka," GT Goten said before looking at his brother from an alternate timeline and realizing that there was a hint of sadness in his expression.

Goku Jr would just lay there looking at the sky and his expression showed a deep depression there. Like there was an ache in his heart that he wasn't too sure of. A pain that never seemed to have gone away even after so long still fresh in his mind. Goku Jr was thinking of someone that held dear to his heart at the time. Someone he obviously lost for whatever reason. But then it clicked on the alternate of his brother Goten. He was thinking about Celia. That girl he was slowly falling in love with during his journey to save the family. Goju Jr never really talked about what really happened to her. But it was definitely something that really shook Goku Jr to the core so it was safe to assume that she died.

It was at that moment GT Goten then began to sigh. "Heartbreak all around, huh?" He finally said allowing Goku Jr to take a deep breath before he somberly responded.

"Must be a Saiyan thing......"

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A story where I don't make Goku suffer!?

Strange, I know.

archiveofourown.org/works/53163928

Sorry the first Chapter is extremely late @RobynXart

Chi-Chi in this timeline lives with two Goku's but.... Not in a way you may expect. One is her husband. The other is their son.

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Preview: Dragon Ball New Frontier: Echoes of Recollection.

Summary:

Set 10 years before the events of Dragon Ball New Frontier.

Age 881, The Time Patrol has enjoyed a small amount of peace for the last few years, however, rumors start to spread of various versions of the Frieza Force expanding their influence. When reports come in about the Frieza Force beginning operations in an alternate timeline where, having a mining operation going on in a version of yardrat in one of the many alternate timelines, Son Kakarot Goku Jr, the Clone and adopted son of Goku, and Vegeta Jr, aka Prince Vegeta V, the Clone and adopted son of Vegeta, are sent to investigate this activity.

The two believe that this is paranoia from the Supreme Kai of Time, as it was not like her to send some of her most experienced veterans on a milk run type of mission for them.

Unbeknownst to them, however, they are about to uncover the conspiracy of an old foe. And that Goku Jr would be forced to confront something from his past…..

Chapter 1:

Age 881, the Time Patrol had been active for 90 years at this point. The organization had been going strong. Its influence was growing larger and larger every day. Things were becoming much easier than they used to be. However crises were also a frequent thing. However, a good 20 years of Peace so far, was a nice change of pace. There weren't many cataclysmic events within the Time Patrol for that long. At least nothing that required all of the attention to the Time Patrol. No bombs that could destroy timelines, no God Emperor wreaking havoc across the Omniverse, at least to what most people were aware of. No demon realm members trying to take over, or any other multi dimensional groups.

However, a few versions of the Red Ribbon Army and Frieza Force have been growing its influence to an alarming rate, and the Time Patrol had set their attention on it before the situation could escalate into a potential crisis. So far there hasn't been a full-scale war across realities, yet. However, there are quite a few skirmishes and battles. When the Time Patrol gained Intel of a joint operation between multiple versions of both organizations, the Supreme Kai of Time, Chronoa, since two of her best time patrollers, Son Kakarot Goku Jr, a clone and adopted son of Goku, and Vegeta Jr, a clone and adopted son of Vegeta, to investigate the rumors of this base, to learn what they can about it and even neutralize the operations and any and all Frieza force and Red Ribbon Soldiers.

Little did they know that the two Saiyans are about to uncover a much more sinister plot than what they might have originally expected……..

Timeline29-074, a timeline where there were surviving Saiyans colonizing another planet. They had recently invited Vegeta and the other saiyans of Earth to join them. According to the history info on the time scroll of this timeline,

"If my data is correct, we should be arriving near the base soon enough," Vegeta Jr. said.

"This place is dead like the rest of Yardrat in this timeline," Goku Jr said with irritation in his voice. "Chronoa is getting paranoid. It ain't like her to send pros like us on milk runs.”

It was at that moment Vegeta Jr then quickly stared at his friend in shock. Sure it was normal for him to show a bit of confidence in their abilities, but this irritation, and even anger was something that was building up inside. For a while now Goku Jr could contain it. Then it clicked. It had been nearly 35 years at this point. Ever since the whole fiasco with Kakarot II. Ever since Celia. Goku Jr rarely talked about her after what happened. And very few people knew exactly what it was, with Goku Jr being one of them and he damn well refused to talk about it.

“What the hell's gotten into you, Kaka?” Vegeta Jr then stated, clearly as a response to what his friend just said. This causes Goku Jr to just look at him with a glare. “Don't give me that look!” he then stayed as a response to his friend glaring at him. “Ever since the whole fiasco with your evil twin, Kakarot II, you haven't been the same! You've been more aggressive, less talkative, and quick to anger.”

“Do I anger you!?” Goku Jr snapped back. Unintentionally validating what Vegeta Jr was saying.

“No,” Vegeta Jr responded with. “You worry me….” As soon as he said that last part the calm link began to open and a holo projection of the Supreme Kai of Time was seen forming. "Ah, Lady Chronoa, perfect timing as ever," Vegeta Jr said at the holo projection of Supreme Kai of Time. "Kaka and I were just talking about you not too long ago." The last remark caused Goku Jr to glare at him.

"No doubt," Chronoa said but her demeanor turned serious. “I have concerning news in regards to updates on your mission. Time patrollers have recently intercepted one of the communications in regards to the base that you are investigating. And well, I think it's best that you two have a listen for yourself.”

As soon as she said that she didn't set the communications up to where the recorded communication from the time patrollers as she mentioned began to play. The message was rather concerning, despite them not being able to overhear the entire thing. The static was extremely noticeable as it played.

“Come in Grand Master Haruto…….. this is Captain…… we managed to stabilize the…… as instructed….. we'll be getting ready positions for you to use the scepter……. And the valley of the ki Masters…. More cultists and reborn…… among the saber-wielding shadow troopers…… Dr Thorn has…. New renditions of the various generations and a new prototype….. Dark Troopers….. Lord Kakarot the Second…. Big Boss…… Contingency Plan: Outer Heaven.”

And just like that the communications were cut. “Valley of the Ki Masters?” Vegeta Jr begins to say in a rather confused and even concerned tone. He raised an eyebrow as he looked at Goku Jr who was also just as confused as he was.

“Reborn, Cultists, Shadow Troopers and Dark Troopers?” Goku Jr added and showcased his confusion. But then it clicked when he remembered Haruto.

“It's the remnant!” They both said simultaneously. Of course it was the remnants of all of Kakarot II’s forces and organizations. Haruto was one of the few that managed to escape from them during their encounters with them, 34 years ago. Not many of them got away but they must have gathered all of their resources and the remains of what Kakarot the Second's organization was and rebuilt as much as they could. They were surprised that Haruto is still alive. Then again, Kakarot II and the others were very resourceful back in the day.

“We're looking into the information that broken communication provided for us,” Chronoa said. “However, that was all that we could salvage for now, but I figured you should know, considering that during your battle to catch her the second you are survivors of this whole endeavor, this may prove more dangerous than we originally thought. Your objectives however remain the same. Clear the space, correct any anomalies that they may have caused, and find out what you can about their operations, perhaps even in regards to all of their operations that they are seemingly in the workshop here based on the communications.”

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Preview: A Moment with the Son Family

A moment with the Son Family:

Goku was seen meditating over the Capsule Corp pond trying to get some mental training in, his mind was focused on the meditation at hand clearing his mind of any negative thoughts and any personal demons. He was trying to find his inner peace. 

"Focus Goku...." The Earth Saiyan said to himself as he tried to focus on his meditation. He was trying to do mental training to help him find inner peace. "Clear your mind..... Find your center... Deep breaths...... Focus......."

Still meditating or at the very least trying to. Visible strain could be seen in Goku's mind as he himself was dealing with his own personal demons. Just because he was happy-go-lucky didn't mean he didn't have these types of problems. He just hid that fact.

A small twinkle of sweat could be seen falling across his cheek as his breathing became slightly heavier while trying to calm down and purge his thoughts, the voices in his head laughing at him but he was trying to shut them out of his mind. "Stop it..." Goku said calmly.

Clearly showing that he still had some control. "All these voices are just a painful memory in your head Goku...." Still trying to focus, Goku slowly was able to calm his mind once more as he continued to meditate as there was clearly a reason for him to do so.

Trying to stay calm during the whole ordeal as ripples or forming under him as he levitated over the pond, his eyes closed as he floated there, deep in thought. He only continued to meditate further as he mentally placed himself as if he was entranced in the spirit world.

In his mind, he was merely battling everyone he had fought in the past at that point. Trading punches and blows while also avoiding being hit in his base form. He only continues to battle it out as he uses all of his various techniques and strategies on his enemies. He only continued as he blocked the attacks and recovered every time he got knocked back. There were times he also fired various energy blasts as well. He took down more enemies as it went on and was fighting multiple versions of everyone he had faced in the past. 

He even fought multiple versions of foes that all his friends and allies faced in the past as well. He only continued until someone broke his concentration which caused him to lose his train of thought. Brought back to reality, Goku then turns to see a young boy, floating before him. A boy that looks completely identical to him aside from the fact that he had a tail and Goku was able to tell that he was a Saiyan.

He couldn't help but smile when he saw the boy. It was almost as if he knew him, and in truth, he did. He then started getting up while floating as he looked at the boy. "What are you doing here Kaka?" Goku asked the boy with a hint of curiosity. "Didn't your mom have you studying for a little bit before we started training?"

"Just finished Dad," The boy responded. "Mom told me to find ya so that we could start."

"You telling me the truth, Son Kakarot Goku Jr?" The older Saiyan asked, paying close attention as the boy nodded. Goku could easily tell that he was telling the truth, but he wanted to hear it from Chi-Chi first. "Ya know I'm gonna want to hear it from your mom, right?"

"Yes, Dad," the younger Goku said. "I figured ya wanted to talk to Mom about it first."

Goku smiled a bit at this. "Alright kiddo," he said as he got up. Ruffling his adopted son's hair a bit, causing the boy to chuckle. As soon as that was done, the two of them headed over back to the Son Family residence on Mount Paozu. Chi-Chi was waiting for the two of them to come back. With a smile on her face, as the two landed, she quickly ran up to Goku and quickly hugged him.

"Welcome home!" She said cheerfully. She was more cheerful than usua lolpl as she stared into her husband's eyes. Her beautiful smile always made him smile. 

"Thanks, Hun,". Goku told her. "I was gonna start training with Kaka, but I wanted to make sure he was done studying for the day."

Chi-Chi looked at Goku Jr before quickly grabbing the boy and holding him in a tight but affectionate hug. Goku Jr is struggling to break free. "He passed several exam tests today!" Chi-Chi cried out truthfully. "Our little Sonku is not only getting stronger, but he's also getting smarter!"

"Mom!" Goku Jr cried out in embarrassment. "Stop it! It's embarrassing!" The boy only continued to try to break free of his mother’s hold. But the human mother was clearly showing that she herself was still training with his inability to break free. The Saiyan boy only saw his father chuckle a bit.

“That’s Great, Kaka!” Goku said with another chuckle. Ruffled his hair a bit. 

"Dad!" Goku Jr shouted, even more embarrassed. "Not you too!" His face was partially red at this point. And its tail fluffed up from his embarrassment.

Chi-Chi then giggled herself as she let her son go, causing Goku Jr to cross his arms and pout in an embarrassed tone. His tail was still puffy as he did so. Goku didn't realize just how expressive the saiyan tails could be until now.

"Come on kiddo," Goku said in a light-hearted tone. "There's nothing to be embarrassed about." Goku Jr only pouted more. Goku and Chi-Chi could see the resemblance to Goten from Goku Jr's behavior right now. It made sense tho. The two were raised as if they were twins. It didn't help that they were also the same age. Just as this was happening Goten was seen flying back home as he landed in front of his parents and his brother. 

"Hey Dad!" Goten said with excitement. A cheerful smile on his face as he said that. "I was actually going to start looking for you soon!"

Goku couldn't help but smile as he then took a small glance at Goku Jr and then back at Goten. "Well it seems both of you have been doing well with your studies," he said before looking at Chi-Chi, causing her to give an approving nod. "I was about to start training with your brother here if you want to join us Goten?"

Goku Jr didn't have any objections to it. Even if he did Goku would very much offer it to Goten anyway. After all, they were brothers and Goku had no intention of playing favorites among the three of them. And neither did Chi-Chi. Goten quickly nodded from this with a smile on his face. 

"You bet!" Goten said with a confident tone in his voice as he then looked at Goku Jr. "I'm actually curious how far we both grew! And besides if we knew each other's levels of power currently maybe we could find ways to get one up on Trunks and Vegeta!"

Goku Jr heard that as his embarrassment slowly faded away and was replaced with a confident smile as well.  His tail swung around with excitement as if he was itching to train with his brother again. The two were most certainly inseparable. There is clearly a strong bond between the two of them which made sense considering they were raised together as if they were twins even though one of them was biologically a clone of his father. In their hearts, they were brothers. That's all that mattered. 

"We'll get stronger, and show them just how much we've improved!" Goku Jr said with excitement and confidence in his voice. His tail swayed around faster at this point. The two boys then laughed together as Goku then gave a faint smile of pride to his sons. They clearly had every intention of improving their own abilities. Chi-Chi also couldn't help but smile at her sons showing that energetic personality she became all too familiar with from her family. She loved that aspect of her husband and even her children. And raising Goku Jr though more frustrating than her other two boys at times, due to him being a pure-blooded saiyan, was also extremely fulfilling. 

"Just be back home in time," Chi-Chi reminded the three of them, knowing Goku would do his best to keep track of time. "We're going over Gohan's for dinner tonight, remember?"

"We'll try to be back on time, don't worry," Goku assured her, which caused her to only smile. 

Chi-Chi then looked at her two younger boys as she then gave a slightly stern look but not too strict. "Be on your best behavior for your father, okay?" She reminded the two boys to which they both responded with a nod. Smiling at this, she then kissed Goku on the cheek. "Don't be too hard on them, okay?" She told Goku which Goku nodded before kissing her forehead.

"I'll try to be back in a few hours, that should give the boys time to get ready for dinner," he assured her, which put a little bit of her mind at ease with that. More so than it already was. He was always so considerate. Even though she knew they weren't necessarily leaving the house, they were going to be outside for the entire duration of the training so it made sense for Goku to say that they'll be back in a few hours. 

A few moments later, Goku Jr was seen stretching a bit before him and Goten looked at each other and nodded, before entering a fighting stance when they started down their father. Goku cracked his neck a bit before he mentally prepared himself for his sons to attack him. This was all part of the training. Though admittedly it had been awhile since he last trained the two of them together simultaneously. Goku took a deep breath and then entered a defensive stance, which caused the two boys to charge at their father. Goku Jr tried to attack from the right while Goten tried attacking from the left. Goku quickly caught on while he grabbed Goku Jr's leg, mid motion with the right legged roundhouse kick, while blocking Goten's left hook punch with his left arm.

"What the!?" Goku Jr said in shock. He was sure their coordination was going to work. 

Goku only grinned as he then began to speak. "Ya think I wasn't going to notice?" He said with a confident tone as he quickly jumped away from the two. Goku Jr tried charging at his father, punching, kicking and flailing as many attacks as he could, with the older saiyan just dodging the attacks with ease. The frustration was seen on the younger Saiyan's face as he tried to connect a hit on his father. Goku only evaded each of his attacks, the frustration evident in Goku Jr's grunts as he tried to get a hit on him. Goku then grabbed his son's neck, similar to how Whis grabbed his own, years back as he then smiled. Only having enough pressure to immobilize him, rather than harm him in any way. "Having trouble, kiddo?" He asked. A chuckle heard in his voice.

As soon as he asked that, the Earth Saiyan noticed his other second eldest, swooping in to try to kick him, to which Goku responded by catching his leg, catching both boys off guard. "What the hell!?" Both boys simultaneously said which caught Goku by surprise. 

"Language boys!" He responded before both boys quickly broke Free of their father's hold. Jumping back a bit as they try to prepare for their next attack. An apologetic look was seen on the expressions on both the two sons of Goku. Goku knew they didn't mean ill will towards this and could tell that they were caught off guard. Goku was fully aware of their coordination. He really did know those boys all too well.

The two then quickly powered up without transforming before trying again as Goku continued to evade the attacks of his sons. Countering the attacks whenever he had thrown at him, the saiyan father then slowly but surely paid close attention to their movements. Keeping up with both of them simultaneously as they continue to try their coordinated attack.

The boys could clearly see this as they then devised a little mischievous plan to catch their father off guard. Goku Jr looked at Goten. Both sharing that same grin implying that they were up to something which Goku quickly caught notice of. But before he could deduce what was going on, the two boys quickly charged at him with Goku Jr quickly jumping ahead and putting his hands around his forehead as he shouted out. "SOLAR FLARE!!!!!" And as soon as he shouted that a huge ray of light was seen which flashed into Goku's eyes as he quickly covered them due to the overwhelming bright light. Realizing that he had just been blinded by his own son, he cursed himself in his own mind for getting careless during a training session.

"Ah shit!" Goku said as he shut his eyes. Not realizing his boys just heard him swear until it was too late as the two boys then delivered a dual gut punch at their father. Chuckling as they did so.

"Language Dad!" The two said playfully, laughing as they did so as Goku realized that this was their plan all along as he fell to the ground.

He couldn't even be mad at his sons. The whole point of the exercise was to lay a hit on him by any means necessary. And they succeeded. They called him off guard in a creative way. Regaining his eyesight and recovering from his adopted son's surprise attack, Goku couldn't help but chuckle a bit. "Clever brats," Goku told them playfully. "You know that means you're gonna be wearing weights in our training session, tomorrow. Both of you are!" All three of them were chuckling a bit afterwards.

"We still got ya, Dad," Goku Jr pointed out. Goku smiled at this.

"I'm aware," the father told him as he got up. Ruffling both of his two boys' hairs simultaneously as they chuckled. "Good teamwork by the way!"

The boys then chuckled a bit as they were being congratulated on their accomplishment. "We should probably head back before Mom gets on our case about not having time to get cleaned up!" Goku Jr then said. Causing Goku to chuckle a bit as he ruffled his hair a little. That only caused the boy to giggle a bit again.

"Don't rush me boy," the father said in a playful manner. His laughter made it clear that he was just messing with him. "But we have been out here for a while so we should probably get back and get ready while we still have time before we have to leave for your brother's place for dinner." 

"Do ya think Videl and Gohan are gonna be inviting Grandpa Ox over?" Goten asked his father.

"Most likely," Goku answered his son truthfully. A smile formed on his face as he pointed this out. "It is a family dinner after all. Though I need you to be on your best behavior, Kaka."

Goku Jr chuckled nervously from his father's last remark. Out of the three siblings he was the biggest troublemaker of them all. Made sense. Unlike his brothers, Goku Jr wasn't necessarily a hybrid but a pure-blooded Saiyan instead. He was created with the Dragon Balls 11 years ago when Goten was born. 

"I mean it Kaka," Goku said. A little more serious this time. "No pranks while we're at your brother's."

"Yes sir," Goku Jr said in a compliant tone.

"That goes for you too Goten," Goku quickly said to his other son as he quickly saw the grin from him. The stern tone in his voice made it clear that he was keeping an eye on them. Goten didn't say anything but rather looked down as he nodded. When the three of them entered the house, the two boys quickly went to grab their things that they were going to bring to Gohan's.

"Kaka, take a shower first," Chi-Chi told the younger pure blooded Saiyan, causing his tail to spring up and even fluff up as if he was busted. And here he was hoping she wouldn't notice that he hadn't taken a shower yet. Well so much for that.

"Why am I the one that always showers first?" Goku Jr somewhat ranted a bit, causing Goku to give him a stern stare. It wasn't too stern but just enough to get the younger Goku to back down.

"Because you're the one with the tail, kiddo," Goku reminded him. "Goten, you take the bath first and then you rotate with your brother."

Chi-Chi couldn't help but smile at this. The two "twins" could be a handful at times, but her and Goku always seemed to know how to handle them. Granted Goku took over mainly with discipline when it came to Goku Jr but she couldn't really blame him. He was a pureblooded saying after all and he did see a lot of himself in their adopted son.

“Fine,” Both sons said in defeat as the two went to grab clean clothes before entering the two bathrooms. There was no point in arguing with both parents.

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Preview: Dragon Ball New Frontier: Shroud of Memories

Dragon Ball New Frontier: Shroud of Memories.

Chapter 1: Lullaby

Approximately a year before Goku returned to life for the second time, in another timeline different from the one we know, a Saiyan child struggling to sleep from a terrifying nightmare woke up screaming, which caused Goku’s wife Chi-Chi to wake up. Running towards the child’s room, she quickly ran and gently hugged him to assure him he was safe. She saw he was shaking and terrified as she softly spoke to him. “Shhhh,” she told the child, continuing to comfort the boy. “It’s okay, Goku. You’re just having a nightmare, Kiddo. You’re safe. I’m here, your brothers are okay. We're safe. You're safe…. No one can hurt you…”

The child, Son Kakarot Goku Jr, who was adopted after his unconventional birth through the Dragon Balls and named after his late adopted father, was crying. He tried to explain what he saw in his dream, though Chi-Chi didn't want to hear it. She wanted her son to know he was safe. "Mama, that dream was horrible! I was older, and you and a man that looked like me were taken in front of me! So were Gohan and Goten! And a few shadowy figures and… and…."

Before he could continue, Chi-Chi began to softly sing a tune. A soft song that she had sung to her by her father, the Ox King, when she was a child. And Goku Jr was seen, calming down and slowly drifting to sleep. Her voice was comforting, and whenever she sang this small song, every time, he felt safe. It was no surprise that she continued to sing this to him during his childhood. This was her lullaby. And she, in turn, made it his lullaby. The Saiyan's mother ensured her voice was soft enough to where only he could hear her. His breathing slowed down and became more relaxed as he slowly drifted to sleep as she sang. Though he always listened to the whole thing and slept peacefully afterward.

“🎶Fear no more, what you’re fighting for, Will bring you peace forevermore, Only you know the passage to, The haven in your heart, Courage will keep you safe, Flowing throughout your veins, Please remember all your strengths, Time will tell what our future holds, Cling too tight, the world might fall, This moment now conquers fear and doubt, Please stay strong, don’t go, Raindrops will paint the clouds, Calling all the fairies down, With their colors, they’ll bring dawn.🎶”

Once she finished the song, she checked on her beautiful little boy. Peacefully asleep in her arms. Smiling, she kissed his forehead and gently placed his head on his bed pillow. The Princess of Fire Mountain took a moment to whisper to him softly. “Goodnight, My Little Saiyan Prince of Mount Paozu and Fire Mountain…..” She told her dreaming son. “May you have the sweetest of dreams.”

Many years later……

It has been 55 years since multiple versions of the Dragon team were gathered by the Supreme Kai of Time and all their companions and friends they met along the way. The day that the Time Patrol was founded. For that 55 years, the current Supreme Kai of Time Chronoa and now her predecessor who had been redeemed, Aeos, had kept these Time Patrollers Young physically, so that they could continue doing the work that they do. This became evident with Goku Jr, who, despite physically being in his early to mid-20s, was actually well over 70 and approaching 80. Though he wasn't complaining because he knew everyone he knew vowed to protect all of reality for as long as they had to, which was a most likely eternity.

Although admittedly, things never stayed boring for long in the Time Patrol. Currently, in a reality where Goku did not go by his Earth name and only went by his Saiyan name, Kakarot, Goku Jr was seen using a glider across a very high point. He never truly needed the gliders due to his ability to fly, aside from the fact that he had times when it was necessary to preserve his energy on certain occasions as well as operating stealth missions. Currently, he was dealing with neither. There was something about gliding that gave him this feeling of freedom. He had to thank his brother, Goten, from the Xeno timeline for the idea. Gliding from high places in certain realities and specific locations in them felt liberating to a degree. Plus if he needed to be discreet when patrolling a reality, this was also an excellent method to do so. 'It's like killing two birds with one stone,' Goku Jr thought. Feeling the breeze reminded him of the sensation and freedom he was currently feeling. Though he remembered he was not on vacation. Instead, he was on a small patrol.

Looking around while using his glider to glide through the sky safely, he couldn't help but marvel at the beautiful scenery he was currently looking at—the vast landscape of nature and its beautiful green lushness of land. The grass and trees perfectly lined together. The beautiful mountains, carefully crafted by the artist that was nature. He wished his parents were here to enjoy the beauty he was currently seeing. Goku Jr stopped counting the number of times he and his mother, Chi-Chi, spent hours upon hours talking about the different natural sites they visited together or the number of times he and his father, the original Son Goku, reminisced of the times when they went on adventures and saw so many beautiful worlds forming right in front of their eyes.

He missed them. He missed all his family, in fact. He missed all the times he pranked Goten on a regular basis. The times where He and Xeno Goten watched several movies together. The several instances where he studied with Gohan to find a clue or a puzzle or solve a riddle together. He missed the times he trained with his father, as well as his Xeno and GT counterparts respectively. He missed hanging out with his little niece Pan. All the times he heard his sister-in-law Videl talking about her dojo, or perhaps when he rolled his eyes at GT Goten talking about Velese a lot.

He should reconnect with them all. Work had been hectic as of late, mainly since the Outbound Flight Project but that was going to be pretty straightforward. The chaos was starting to die down again which was a good thing because it gave time patrollers time to rest properly. And the outbound flight mission he was on was one of the most hectic missions he was a part of. And he made a lot of difficult decisions during that duration. It had been 10 years since that fateful day. He could still remember vivid details of everything that happened. Even to this day, there were still nights when he didn't get any sleep due to nightmares. Still, he was glad that the whole fight was all over. Things would be more peaceful without Zamasu around before he showed up again.

It had been 10 years since Zamasu showed up and caused trouble across the entire Omniverse, but Goku Jr didn't want to take any chances with him. He knew damn well that Zamasu could return it any moment. His best guess was that Zamasu was biding his time. But right now, there was not much he could do regarding that man. For right now the small Patrol was what mattered. Still feeling the breeze as he glided through the sky, he drew closer to the ground and still got a good glimpse at Fire Mountain. The beauty of that place always caught his eye no matter which reality he was in. However, he did personally always enjoy Mount Paozu a lot more though. However, that could be a childhood bias kicking in as Mount Paozu was his original home for a large portion of his life. He remembered all the times he spent with his family there—both the good and the bad.

He closed his eyes as he began to remember one memory in particular. It was on Mount Paozu. Everyone gathered to celebrate a birthday around August. The then-18-year-old Goku Jr was sitting on the grass near Mount Paozu. It looked like he was deep in thought, as he looked at the atmosphere around him. Everything was peaceful. The spring wind blew his hair around as well as some leaves of Grass, the river flowing near the Son Family residence, as he sat there contemplating something.

He oversaw his parents, Goku and Chi-Chi talking; the smiles on their faces implied it was something good. Even so, he just sat there and observed them. He also looks to observe his brothers Gohan and Goten along with his sister-in-law Videl, his niece, Pan, his godfather Piccolo, his grandfather, the Ox King, and the father of his sister-in-law Hercule, also enjoying their time.

Goku Jr also noticed his most recently adopted brother, Uub was also sitting down with Goku Jr's friend Puck. He then gave a faint smile as he observed them, but there was one person missing from that whole group. The very person that was supposed to be there. It was Goten's 18th birthday today. But it wasn't just Goten's. It was the second person that was missing who was also a birthday boy that Chi-Chi wanted there. Goku noticed he wasn't around and excused himself from everyone else before using instant transmission.

The moment he got the energy of the person he was looking for, he was gone. This caught the younger Goku off guard he quickly got up and tried to look for him. Only for the older Goku to appear right behind him before speaking.

"You know everyone else is missing you down there, right bud?" Goku merely said a small smile on his face causing Goku Jr to be surprised as he quickly turned to face his father, his tail tensed up a little bit.

The boy let out a sigh of relief when he realized it was Goku."I didn't want to intrude on Goten's special day..." Goku Jr then said, before he then began to look away.

The older Saiyan then noticed this as he made the remark. "It's not just Goten's special day, you know." He mentioned trying to get his son to understand. Goku Jr then looked at his father, somewhat confused but Goku wasn't too surprised. The young Saiyan boy's insecurities and naivety were always his most significant flaws. "Kiddo, I understand you're trying to be considerate to your brother, but you're forgetting one crucial detail."

The Saiyan father then continued. "You may have been created from the Dragon Balls and maybe a clone of me. But you forget that you were a baby when you were born. When Gohan found you, your mom had already given birth to Goten. Hasn't she taken you in ever since?"

The younger Saiyan didn't know what to say. Yes, he was right about that, but why did he bring that up? "Yes, but what does that have to do with today? Goten's birthday?"

Goku then placed his hand on his son's shoulder. "Because all of that happened today, 18 years ago."

This shocked Goku Jr that Goku knew this, but then again he remembered that Gohan and Chi-Chi explained what happened, after Goku came back to life. "Right... So Mom made preparations for me too, but I didn't get it…"

Laughing and rolling his eyes, Goku then placed his hand on Jr's shoulder again as he then got the fingers of his other hand on his own forehead getting ready to use instant transmission. He wasn't going to let Jr be miserable on this day.

"Huh!?" The startled younger Goku jumped a bit from this as he then turned to his father. "Dad!? What are yo-!?"

Goku didn't let him finish as he grinned while saying the following. "Not letting you be sad today, Son!" Goku said. His smile was still there as he said that.

This causes the boy's eyes to widen as Goku uses instant transmission to get back to the family. They were surprised but happy to see that Goku Jr was back.

Gohan then walked over to the first adopted son of the Son Family. "Hey, bud," Gohan said, patting Goku Jr on the back.

"Hey..." Goku Jr said as he was trying to process everything as Goten then was seen as rather tense. But what Goku Jr thought was wrong wasn't actually the case as Goten then began to approach him with something.

"Hey, Goku." The younger hybrid said nervously.

Goku Jr noticed Goten was holding something as his eyes began to widen at it as he looked at Goten before trying to deny it. "Come on, bro you don't have to give me anything! It's your day, after all!"

Goten only shook his head. "Wrong, Goku. It's OUR day…"

Goku Jr couldn't help but notice everyone looking at him as the young pureblood began to fight back tears. He had forgotten all along that his father was right. It wasn't just Goten's birthday. It was also his birthday. He forgot that today was the day he was born as well. Goten had already received all of his gifts earlier, but Goku Jr had left before they could even give him his gifts. They knew he couldn't be far, however. Chi-Chi then placed the gift she had for Goku Jr as well on the table, followed by Gohan and Videl.

The Ox King and Hercule also placed gifts down too. Last but not least was Goku. All of the presents were still wrapped as Goten wanted his gift to be opened first by Junior which was fair considering that Goku Jr did ask for Goten to open his first. Goku Jr began to unwrap it, until he was able to open the box as his eyes then began to widen and he stared at what was inside. It was a picture. Specifically the photo of the two of them at the beach taken by Chi-Chi a few years back when they were both still kids.

Aside from Goku Jr.'s tail, they were completely identical. They still had Goku's hair when it was taken. Even though Jr kept the hair due to being a pure blood. Tears started to fall from Goku Jr's eyes. "Goten...." He said in a nearly broken voice.

Goten only smiled when he saw Goku Junior's reaction. He could tell that he was happy with Goten's gift. Despite their rivalry, the prank wars, and their animosity at times, the two still loved each other. They were still Brothers. That was clear. The last thing Goten said is what caused the other 'twin' to break down, not out of sorrow but out of happiness. Causing the rest of the family to hug him as well. "Happy Birthday Son Kakarot Goku Jr…"

Back to the present, Goku Jr was seen tearing up as he let out a faint smile as he remembered that happy moment in his life. Landing on the ground, that memory reminded him what day it was, so he definitely needs to see his family now. It was his 80th birthday. However, he looked a lot younger than his actual age due to Chronoa keeping him physically in his twenties. Time Patrol really did have its perks as well as its cons. Well, the Omniverse did need protecting, so he didn't really complain much.

Taking a deep breath, Goku Jr then slowly turned on his communicator as he then began to reach out to the Supreme Kai of Time. "Everything's currently normal in this timeline, boss," he told her truthfully. He was clearly making an official report from this and the sooner the better in his eyes as he wanted to be able to enjoy his birthday for a little bit longer. "No distortions or unwanted visitors from another reality currently. Coast seems to be clear."

"Well done, Kaka," Chronoa acknowledged. Her voice sounded a bit cheerful as she said it. "Report back to the Time Nest, and we can call it a day. Also, before I forget ...."

"What is it?" Goku Jr asked only for Chronoa to answer quickly.

"Happy Birthday."

Goku Jr couldn't help but smile from that while he took a deep breath, his mind feeling a little bit at ease as he took one last look at the beautiful scenery. It was also peaceful; he could daydream all of his pleasant memories here if he really wanted to. Remember all the good times. "Thank you, Chronoa…." He told her, and he could feel her smile from behind the communicator.

Once the communication began to end, Goku Jr started packing his things and preparing himself to go back home. The spring breeze felt like a Haven of safety while he did so, and he couldn't help but reminisce about the past as he remembered all the good times. The times when he and Goten looked completely identical if it wasn't for his tail. The times he spent with Gohan and future Gohan. The times his mother caught him studying on the couch or perhaps even when his father trained him and taught him very important lessons that he took to heart. He missed those days. He missed his youth. He missed the simpler times. He missed the times when he didn't have to worry about the world, let alone the entire Omniverse. To be frank, he'd do anything to just for another moment have that back. But on the same token, he knew he couldn't get it back. But that's actually what made those memories even more special.

He was looking at the sunset, idolizing its beauty with the clouds lining up in different colors from the sunlight. The Saiyan was seen smiling as he remembered all the times he spent with Pan as they watched the sunset together. He missed his niece. He loved that girl as if she was his own daughter. She was actually one of the reasons why he dreamed of being a father in the first place. She was innocent and pure at the time when they spent time together. He missed that innocence. But now everything was all in the past now. All he can do now is appreciate what he had. And besides, it wasn't like there wasn't anything that he enjoyed now. He felt free at times, even when he was working. Small patrols like this, even if they were very easy and straightforward for him, gave that sense of freedom—that sense of Liberty. Gliding through the sky as he admired the scenery around him, even though he could fly, felt liberating. And it was because he was doing it purely because he could, not because he had to.

Once all that was said and done, he took one last good look at the sunset before leaving that timeline with a smile. Flying through the vortexes that the time portals always brought, Goku Jr felt himself traveling back to Conton City. Home of the Time Patrol, and the center point of the Omniverse. Every time he went on an adventure or was just coming home, he always noticed himself humming to an all too familiar tune. The tune that always made him feel safe in his darkest of times and always gave him hope. The song guaranteed his smile as he did so.

Flying back to the time nest, the Saiyan admired the beauty of the night sky of Conton City, which was multiple versions of every location that they've been combined into one area. Beautifully lit-up city at night, filled with life and Hope. He observed carefully as communities question acting like communities and actually helping their fellow men. The breeze of the night, long at his hair and touching his skin, made him feel more at peace as of late as he couldn't help but wonder if something else would have. Upon reaching his destination, Goku Jr landed at the bottom of the steps and slowly started walking up them to get to the Time Nest.

Taking a deep breath as he walked up the steps, the Saiyan continued his walk up the mountain's long steps to the time nest, and once he got to the entrance, took a step forward inside. It was always an excellent way to clear the mind when walking up the steps to mentally prepare himself for either a mission briefing or even a report back. Because he knew damn well there was no way to know when something could happen until it actually happens. Walking inside, he then started to walk straight towards the building itself inside the time nest. This was the central part of it. Though he would be lying if he said he didn't enjoy the scenery outside the building. Trees lined up as if nature had a perfect balance with man-made civilization, the reality-distorting atmosphere of the area seemingly having some form of natural order to it as well that he couldn't get his grasp on how he found it beautiful. It was like an artist carefully unleashed chaos upon their work of art. To make the crafted work seem chaotic it is orderly at the same time. And the scenery was constantly changing too. It was a nice change of pace, though.

Walking inside, he saw Chronoa and Aeos waiting for him. Their pointy ears and currently short exterior seemed rather pleased that he came back, let alone so early. "You two look surprised," the Saiyan said in a joking manner causing the two supreme kinds of time to laugh a bit.

"We thought you'd be enjoying the scenery for a little bit longer," Chronoa fired back in a teasing manner, causing Goku Jr to roll his eyes. "At least you didn't experience any complications, and that's all that matters."

At that moment, there was an alarm across the entire time nest as the televisions of Conton City could be heard being turned on randomly, and a voice in the audio could be heard once it was all picked up. What the hell is going on? It wasn't supposed to be an announcement at the moment. Just then, the voice became unfamiliar to everyone as it began to speak. Goku Jr quickly deduced that the one responsible was wearing a mask and even using something to hide the true voice, like a voice changer, for example.

"People of Conton City," The voice could be heard as a mysterious masked figure was seen finally emerging from the holograms and television screens. "I have come to bring concerning news for the time patrollers….. You see, while a certain Time Patroller was currently on a Small Patrol, earlier today, I managed to take the liberty of….. let's just say, sending a forceful invitation to his family, and I do mean the various versions he interacts with on a regular basis ...."

Goku Jr was confused at first, but the more he spoke the more the Saiyan Time Patroller began to realize that the mysterious perpetrator was referring to him. The perpetrator didn't even wait for Goku Jr's reaction as he spoke again. "That is right Son Kakarot Goku Jr." The figure said as he turned the camera to show his versions of Goku, Chichi, Gohan, Goten, Pan, Videl, Hercule, Uub, the Ox King, all of their GT counterparts, and Xeno counterparts, as well as the other two versions of Bardock and Gine that he was familiar with. He even had different versions of Piccolo and Future Gohan. "I have kidnapped the versions of your family you're close to. And moreover, I have Unleashed raiders, Titans, and legendary beasts, across five timelines."

Goku Jr took a moment to figure out what was happening. He hadn't felt this amount of anger towards anyone in a long time. A little over 70 years ago, to be exact. His eyes were closed, and he began to remember that day. All too vividly when he wrongfully lashed out at his father. Only for him to remember two other memories that made him understand his father even more.

It was a dark rainy day. Lightning and thunder could be heard across the background as Chi-Chi could be seen desperately trying to search for Goku. Through the storm, she could hear the crashing and burning all around the area she was in, and she went to investigate. As she wanted to wear the source, she gasped in horror as one of her worst fears came to light. Son Goku, her beloved husband, is seen getting the crap beaten out of him by another Saiyan who looks nearly identical to him except for the fact that he looks younger and has a tail. In her opinion, the younger Saiyan seems to be acting entirely out of character as her heart begins to sink. She was quickly able to tell that Goku was indeed holding back, but not because he was trying to be reckless. He was being desperate. Desperate to reach out to the younger Saiyan, she knew fully why. It broke Goku's heart just as much as it broke hers for him to fight this boy like this.

'How could this happen?' Chi-Chi thought to herself as her heart sank and tears started flowing through her eyes, watching her husband deal with this Saiyan that she knew all too well. Much longer than her husband. But she could also tell that it hurt him just as much as it hurt her for him actually to fight this young Saiyan.

The 17-year-old Saiyan didn't budge, however. Lunging at Goku out of pure anger, he transformed into a wrathful state, punching Goku right in the gut, causing the older saying to cough up blood. He went as far as kicking Goku in the face before Goku could recover as he flew towards a rock before catching himself. Struggling to catch his breath, Goku was seen with a pained expression as the younger saying looked at him with pure rage and resentment for some reason. "Kaka…." He said, trying to reason with the boy.

"Save it!" The younger Saiyan yelled. Clearly, having no intention of hearing him. "All these years, you always favored Gohan and Goten over me!" Those words sounded like venom when he said that. It was like Goku had a knife plunged into his heart by the boy.

"JUNIOR!" Goku tried to explain to the younger Saiyan. "You know that's not true!" It was at this point Goku was pleading with the younger Saiyan. Begging even. Trying to get through to the boy. This was very personal indeed.

"Then how come you were harder on me!?" The younger Goku then declared. "How come you and Mom let Gohan and Goten have it easy compared to me!?" The younger Saiyan's blood was boiling at this point. Before Goku could say anything else, the younger saying then leaps towards Goku and then kicks him square in his stomach. The power he put into the kick was enough to catch Goku back as he was still trying to reach out to the boy.

Goku couldn't help but feel his heart being smashed into a million pieces from this ordeal. How could he have let this happen? How could he have failed this miserably? How could this boy have so much resentment toward him? He couldn't give up on the boy. 7 years he missed Goten and this boy, 7 years he could never take back. And he was a lot harder on Goku Jr because he was trying to prepare him for the hardships that would come in his life simply for being his biological clone. But he didn't see him as a clone. It was what he thought was the only way he could protect. "Kiddo… Please…. I don't want to hurt you…."

"It's too late for that…." The younger Saiyan responded with. And before Goku could react again, the team fired a massive energy blast toward him. Goku had no choice but to form an energy shield to block the attack as he quickly tried desperately to stay on the defensive as he then couldn't help but wonder what caused him to feel this way.

Was Goku too harsh on him? If so, how could he not have noticed? What's the fact that he was trying to ensure he didn't endanger himself? What did the boy expect him to do if that was the case? How could he allow this boy, his son, to get himself killed? He would never forgive himself if he did that. He already felt immense guilt for the amount of suffering his other sons went through and the suffering that Goku Jr was going through. But he wasn't going to give up. He refused to fail him. He had to get through to him. He just had to. He wasn't going to abandon him. Clone or not adopted or not, he was still his son. He never wanted to play favorites. And he would take as much damage as he had to to get through to this boy.

"If you truly feel that way," Goku said, a hurt but determined tone could be heard in his voice. Chi-Chi watches this unbeknownst to both of them. "Then do your worst…" still holding back so that he didn't harm Goku Jr, he then entered a fighting stance with his son doing the same. The rain poured upon them as the two transformed into their most potent forms.

Chi-Chi had no choice but to watch as the two charged at each other, with Goku remaining on the defensive and only countering Goku Junior's attacks, as the boy was still lashing out in anger. The bitterness was evident in his eyes as he continued desperately to lay a punch as the two began to remember some of the moments they had together with much more clarity.

One memory, in particular, was 4 years ago. Goku Junior was doing a training exercise with Goku. Goku was making the training extremely difficult by placing weights on Goku Jr while also making all of his clothing weighted clothing. Increasing the consequences every time ensured that it would never become easy for the boy. As the boy tried desperately to continue to push forward, the more complicated it became, and he struggled more. The young boy then started to doubt himself to the point where he beat himself up, believing himself to be worthless. It hurt Goku to see him like this. It was never his intent, and he then tried to talk, but the boy would refuse to listen. Goku was losing his patience with Goku Jr as he couldn't bear to look at his son beating himself up over something difficult intentionally because of Goku. He then began to speak. "Kaka, you have to keep trying! You won't succeed until you push yourself!"

Goku Jr couldn't believe his father. Why was he hard on him all the time? He's always been harder on him over Gohan and Goten, but he doesn't realize it's because he was a pure-blooded Saiyan, so Goku had to be hard on him. He didn't need to be with Gohan and Goten. Goku Jr didn't see it that way. "Dad! This is nearly impossible!" The boy said as he tried to make a case. "Most of the people we fight Aren't nearly half as good as Uncle Vegeta, or you, or Gohan, or even Uncle Piccolo!"

"That's the point!" Goku said. Goku Jr looked away, but the father then continued. "Look, Goku; I know it's hard...." Goku Jr budged when Goku continued. "But I want this to be difficult for you..." This caught his son off guard. How could he think of that? But he began to understand as Goku continued. "This training is about life and death, kiddo. And as your father, it's my responsibility to protect you. But there will always come a time when I won't be there to do that. The same applies to your mom, Gohan, and Goten. The best way that I can protect you is by teaching you how to protect yourself." This shocked the boy. He didn't know what to think. "And if you can always keep up with me, your brothers, Vegeta, and the others, you'll always be ready for anything."

Goku then sighed. He was making it clear that he was now explaining his actions as of late."I know I've been harder on you than I am with your brothers. But the only reason why I am is that you're a pure-blooded Saiyan. If I'm not hard on you, you won’t be able to handle the hardships that come from being one. I want you to be able to take it." Goku only continued. "Your mom wouldn't be able to teach you in the way that I'm teaching you now. This is how you need to learn. Your mom won't be able to be this hard on you, Kaka. You're not like your brothers. That's why I have been disciplining you." Goku Jr then began to understand his father more. Goku only continued, though. "I have to make sure you're prepared for when your mom and I aren't there to help you. When we won't be there to help take care of you. To protect you." The older Saiyan gently placed his hand on the younger Saiyan's head and rubbed it as a father would towards any of his sons. "Besides, you may not notice, but you're improving. You're getting better at this. Keep pushing yourself, and you'll go far...." It was Goku's last words that caught the younger Saiyan off guard. "I'm proud of you, bud."

Goku Jr stood there in both shock and disbelief. He wasn't expecting his father to say that but seeing the genuine smile he always saw, he knew his father was telling the truth.

Back in the present, Goku Jr could be seen taking a pause for a second when he remembered that moment. Was he misunderstanding his father? Was his anger clouding his judgment? No, it couldn't be. Clearly, there was more to this. All he wanted was his father's respect. All he wanted was for his father to accept him for who he was and not who he wanted him to be. It's all Goku Jr ever wanted. That's all he could have asked for. And in his mind, Goku didn't give him that. Lashing out again, he then charged at Goku and tried to attack him repeatedly. Goku was only blocking, countering, and dodging his attacks as he did so, and the more Goku did this, the angrier and more frustrated Goku Jr became. He was charging a massive Kamehameha wave. The boy is clearly over-exerting himself as he does so, much to both Goku and Chi-Chi's dismay.

"Kaka! Please!" Goku continued to plead. The desperation in his voice as he tried to reach out to his son could be heard. "You have to stop! You'll kill yourself if you keep over-exerting yourself like this. Whatever you're going through, let me help you through it!"

"And let you view me as a disappointment!?" The younger Saiyan responded. "No! I'll continue doing whatever it takes to ensure I'm not viewed as such!"

"What do you hope to get from this!?" Goku shouted the confusion in his voice as he desperately tried not to hold back tears.

"YOUR GODDAMN RESPECT!" And as soon as the boys shouted that, he fired the massive energy wave towards Goku, forcing Goku to catch it and try desperately to push it upwards so that it didn't cause any more damage. It was a struggle, but he could do so, and much to Chi-Chi's dismay, only Goku Jr to punch him in the face. This time Goku didn't get back up when he fell. He just lay there looking his son in the eyes. He could see the anger still there. "I just want to be accepted as your son!" Clearly, he was holding back tears as if something was causing him to believe that Goku didn't see him as such. "I just want you to see me how your mom sees me, Dad! As your son! Just like how you see Gohan and Goten! I don't want you to believe you only have two sons…."

Goku was shattered by this, and so was Chi-Chi. How could he view this about himself? How could he believe that Goku didn't see Goku Jr like this? He did all the discipline when he came back to life with this boy, he raised this boy, even trained him. He made sure he studied as Chi-Chi requested him to. He made sure that he went through all of this. Why would he believe that he wasn't seen as Goku's son?

"Son Kakarot Goku Jr!" Chi-Chi said, causing both the sayings to be caught off guard and shocked as they turned to see her there with tears in her eyes. Her heart had been broken by her son feeling this way, and she could tell Goku was also heartbroken by this as he started to get up. "Your father may have been harder on you than he was on your brothers, but that's because he felt that he needed to be. Not because he favored Gohan and Goten more than he favored you. He loves you just as much as he loves your brothers. You are not an outcast as you believe yourself to be. You are already part of this family, and you always have been."

Goku Jr then turned to face his father, and he saw the same tears lying down his face as Goku then said it. "I did most of the discipline with you because I needed to make sure you could deal with the hardships that came with life as a Saiyan kiddo! I never wanted you to be jealous of your brothers. I have three sons. And you're one of them. What made you think that I felt differently?" Goku Jr was quickly able to tell the concern in Goku's voice when he asked that last question as he showed that he genuinely cared about how Goku Jr felt at the moment. That feeling of being worthless to Goku was a feeling that Goku had seen him have repeatedly throughout his childhood. Something that he saw that he still needed to help overcome. Something that he would have to help him gain was that sense of self-worth. "Was it the tournament?"

It took a little bit to answer Goku's question as Goku Jr was processing everything happening. Everything you were hearing and being reminded of was all finally coming back to him as he began to remember one of Goku's heart-to-heart with him a couple of years back. It was an apology if he remembered correctly. He closed his eyes and dug deeper into that memory to try to remember it vividly.

It was in the middle of the day. Saturday, to be exact. Goku was having Goku Jr take a break from training to enjoy being a kid. He could be seen looking off to the mountain tops of the forest, but the two of them were in as he reflected on his life choices. Everything he had done in the past. Every accomplishment and mistake he made. Everything he could have done differently. Especially with Gohan, Goten, and Goku Jr., he missed a lot of time, and he did regret it. Though he would never openly admit it. There were many things that Goku regretted, many things he felt he would never be able to make up for.

Goku Jr was seen reading a book she gave him simply because she felt he would like it due to his love for adventure. The Hobbit, to be exact. She was right. He loved reading the book. It was one of the few things he would enjoy doing besides fighting and training. He read a few chapters before he saw his father still staring out into the world as if his head was in another place. This caused quite a bit of concern for the boy as he couldn't begin to imagine what was going on in his father's mind. He then began to approach his father as he then began to ask.

"Dad? Goku jr said, raising an eyebrow. “You've been staring off into space for a little bit now. Is something bugging you?"

"I'm just reflecting, kiddo. On Life choices, to be exact."Goku quickly answered. The tone in his voice shows that he had been deep in thought for a while now. The boy was obviously confused. He didn't expect his father to say that, but he could tell it was bugging him. He didn't know what to think.

"What do you mean by that, Dad?" Goku Jr asked his adoptive father, confused. He never saw his father like this. He never seemed this bothered before by anything. Goku could see the confusion in his son's expression. He may be a pure-blooded Saiyan like him, but Goku then remembered that he and Chi-Chi raised him as if he was their son. As Goten's twin brother, even if he wasn't a twin. He then took a deep breath.

"Kiddo, I've made a lot of mistakes in my life. Some of them because I was an idiot at that moment, other times when I thought I was making the right decision only to find out that it was a mistake after I made that decision." The father answered his son honestly. There was clear regret at that moment. Goku's voice implied this in his tone. He wished he was there for his sons more, but he wasn't. He was venting at this point in a way that was clearly an apology to Goku Jr and maybe even Gohan and Goten. Something had to have caused him to think seriously about this, but Goku Jr couldn't exactly understand what it was. However, his father only continued.

"If I could go back in time and rethink that decision and choose differently, I certainly would. But I can't...." Goku continued as he tried to hold back some tears to stay strong for his son. "

What are you saying, Dad?" Goku Jr asked, even more confused.

"I'm sorry, kiddo." Goku then said. "I've been a pretty lousy father at times. No other way for me to put it. I've messed up a lot, and there's no excuse. I've been selfish to some extent too. I should have been there for you more. Same with your brothers. Your mom even."

"But you're here now." The boy tried to explain. He did understand how Goku being around now wasn't good enough, but Goku knew that his son still had some naivety at his young age. He still had a lot of growing up to do. Goku envied his son's naivety.

"It doesn't make up for the times that I wasn't, kiddo," Goku explained as he thought about this. "I made a lot of mistakes. Made reckless choices." Goku only continued as he was admitting his flaws."I'm always going to love fighting, and I'm always going to save the world, but even so. You guys deserve better. I may not be the most patient, understanding, or loving father, but damn it, kiddo... I do care."

Goku Jr was shocked by his father's words. Goku only continued. "I only have one wife and three sons... At least right now, when it comes to children... But to be honest... I wouldn't have it any other way....." Goku only smiled as he finished that last part, then hugged the younger Saiyan, who couldn't hold back light tears. Goku Jr was touched by that moment when his father reflected on his choices. There's something about those words that got to him. He would carry on that moment for the rest of his life. One he will never forget with his father.

Snapping back to reality after remembering it, tears of regret started to fall down his face as he began to place his hands on his head and realized what he was doing. He was lashing out at the world and taking his anger out on his father, the man who didn't deserve it. He never felt more ashamed of himself for letting his insecurities get the better of him. His jealousy. How could he let this happen? How the hell could he have blamed his father for all of this? Chi-Chi couldn't help but hug her son to try to comfort him; while Goku placed an arm on his back to do the same.

"It's okay, bud." He said to reassure his son. "Let's head back home, and you can vent to us. You need to let all of this pain out."

Back to the actual present once more, Goku Jr opened his eyes, a small tear of pain and regret seen on his face, though the perpetrator wouldn't be able to notice. Goku Jr then wiped tears from his eyes and slowly began to make the next move knowing that he felt the man would demand something. "What the hell do you want for their release?" The Saiyan then asked. He could try to make a negotiation and convince the person to come up with an agreement. "I'm sure we can negotiate an agreement for something you would want in exchange for their safe return…."

The masked figure only laughed as they then continued. The more he did so, however, the more it became clear that they were putting the Time Patrol in a position where they could negotiate. "You think I want money, power, or technology? If I did, I would not have gone through so much effort with this elaborate plan; I haven't even mentioned the last crucial detail. The fact that I planted bombs in 16 different realities that once detonated would instantly destroy them." The three people in the Time Nest eyes widened as they realized how mad this terrorist was. And here, he hadn't even demanded anything yet. "Oh no, I don't want any of what you might have to offer. Oh no Son Kakarot Goku Jr. All I want is you….."

Goku Jr's eyes were wide even more as he couldn't begin to fathom what this person could have wanted from him. But now it became clearer to him that this wasn't a simple terrorist across the Omniverse trying to cause chaos for the sake of Chaos. This was a personal vendetta. So you don't know what he did. "W-what!?"

"It's simple, Saiyan," the figure responded as if he heard the shock and Goku Jr's voice. Their tone and posture ensured they were leaving no room for debate or negotiation. "You and you alone will go to these five timelines where I have five raiders and fifteen Titans, and twenty five legendary "monsters", I have carefully placed in each of those five timelines, wreaking havoc and terror, you will defeat every one of them, and you will face them without the assistance of the Time Patrol, after that, you shall face me in combat. Each timeline and each warrior that I have unleashed on the world of each one carries clues to my location. You will use them to find me."

The figure then quickly held a detonator as they slowly began to position themselves to where they could press a button within the detonator. "Because if you don't, I have 16 bombs dedicated to a respective timeline that I will detonate, completely eradicating them. And to prove that I'm not bluffing," they said before pressing one of the buttons, causing a massive rumble in the Time Nest Chronoa and Aeos looked at the scrolls and then began to look back at Goku Jr in horror. "That was timeline 2374b - 1907. I suggest you follow my demand unless you want the blood of 15 more realities on your hands, boy….."

The figure then placed the detonator back down onto a dish that he had it served him on. And before he ended the communication, he then spoke again. "Clock is ticking…. Your destiny is calling you….."

And with that, the communication was gone. Goku Jr was now horrified as he could tell from his superiors' faces that the person responsible for kidnapping his parents did destroy that reality and that they were holding his family hostage. That was enough to know he was not bluffing about anything he just said. This was not someone that he could negotiate with. He had to go after them. He had to stop them. He knew deep down that this was a trap. But what choice did he have?

"I'm going after them…." Goku Jr gravely said, knowing that they would try to object, but given their situation, he knew they would eventually back down.

"Are you crazy!?" Aeos tried to convince Goku Junior not to do what he was planning on doing. "Whoever this is, they are doing this to get to you! If you do this, you're giving exactly what they want. They know this personally drives you because they made it personal by kidnapping your entire family."

"And that same bastard just blew up an entire timeline to prove a point!" Goku Jr countered by reminding them of the bombs. "We know there's 15 more. You need to find where they are. The rest of the Time Patrol needs to focus on that."

"But Goku…." Chronoa tried to point out to him though she was a bit hesitant to do so. Despite this, she pointed this crucial fact out. "...You know that this is a trap……."

"I know it's a trap!" Goku Jr told her bluntly. "But what choice do I have?" He then took a deep breath and began to process everything that was happening before he finally finished his thought. "Besides, that bastard has my family. And I intend on getting them back."

At that moment, the Supreme Kais of Time could no longer argue with him. Signs of defeat from both of them; they knew damn well that they were walking into dangerous territory.

"If you're going to face whoever this is on your own," Aeos started with hesitancy in her voice. "Then to go visit the homes of the family members first and grab all of their gear. You're going to need all the equipment and tools you can carry. And I suggest you get whatever gear you have at your place."

Goku Jr nodded in agreement. He knew deep down that he was going into enemy lines. And he was going in alone. He was walking into a trap, so he shouldn't be stupid. He had to get all the weapons and equipment he could carry. There's a difference between courage and stupidity, after all. And just at that moment, he then began walking away. Once he exited the time nest, he quickly flew to his apartment to grab the first set of weapons and equipment that he would need because he was going into a fight and might as well be adequately equipped for one.

Entering his apartment, he slowly went to a safe he had been holding from ever using unless there was an emergency. Well, now was a good time to be considered an emergency. Placed his hand on the handprint security thing and then allowed the safe to scan his eyes; the safe slowly opened; upon completing the process and lo and behold, inside with three fully customized pistols. Pistols could fire rounds that more normal firearms were utterly incapable of. He was going in for the fight of his life on his own; he could be equipped with stuff that would allow him to preserve his energy and deal as much damage as possible with all of them. They're also other equipment, such as the various traps he had seen survivors use. And even decoys, Senzu beans, healing items, smoke bombs, and airstrike requests, the Saiyan pod could be called upon, among many others. Those will come in handy as well. Placing them into a capsule, Goku Jr closed the safe and quickly started heading out onto the rooftop.

He felt the wind blowing at his hair and onto his skin as he cried out for an Old, reliable friend that wasn't even alive, or at least from how most people would have seen it. "Flying Nimbus!" He called out, and he saw the all-too-familiar yellow cloud flying toward he could imagine himself smiling at the all-too-familiar cloud, and for once, he was glad it was around. Once it reached where he was, he quickly climbed on top of it and started heading towards the Son Gohan residence. There was one particular piece of equipment that he was going to need from Gohan. And besides, since Gohan was recently abducted, Goku Jr assumed that poor Gohan would have no problems letting his soon-to-be rescuer borrow his weapon, in order to do so.

Upon arriving at Gohan's house, Goku Jr quickly reached out to his pocket with a spare key given by his older brother to unlock the door. This allowed him to walk closely toward the armory of Gohan's house. Gohan only really used the armory as a display of some kind to help him remember the old days. Goku Jr wasn't too concerned about that. He was only here for one thing and one thing at the moment. Reaching the armory and entering, the saying began to walk towards the very thing he was looking for, which was on Central display at the other end of the room. Gohan's old trusty sword during his training with Piccolo. Goku Jr was originally not going to take it, but considering that he was probably going to need all the gear he could get, he reconsidered it; taking a deep breath, Gohan's younger brother was seen taking the sword as well as a scabbard for it, to begin getting everything ready to go and putting them in a concealed bag that was capable of carrying a massive amount of weight.

Two places down, one to go. Two if you count one of the houses there as a separate house entirely, but they were so close together that it was more of a home when they were together. Goku Jr then slowly walked out of the house and, after locking the door behind him, climbed back onto the nimbus and flew off to Mount Paozu.

It only took him a couple of minutes to get there. But he quickly started to walk towards the house to open the door soon. His best guess was that Goku and Chichi were taken when they were at home if the door was unlocked. In this case, it made his job a lot easier. And granola nails, without a doubt, put those homes under surveillance for now. Walking into the house, you couldn't help but bask in the memories he had spent there. All the time, he was studying for school or training with his father. All the pictures in the house of him and his family. Specifically, Goku and Chi-Chi were in a photo with the whole family. And in the dead center in front were then 11-year-old Goku Jr and Goten. The two would have looked completely identical had it not been for Goku Jr's tail and the different choice of clothing. Goten wore Chinese-style outfits similar to Gohan, while Goku Jr wore a blue martial arts gi that his father passed down.

He then turned around and saw another photo of him and Goten when they were 17. Goku Jr had already had his growth spurt, and Goten's hair had already started to change. He couldn't help but remember some of those memories. Closing his eyes, Goku Jr took a deep breath as he remembered this day.

Goku waited for his father to show up at the World Martial Arts Tournament stadium. It had been a while since the two had spoken. Traveling across the Multiverse and all. He waited patiently as a young man all too familiar with the boy. walked up to him, thinking that he was THE Son Goku.

"Wait, Dad, I thought you were with Mom at the moment doing some shopping for Goku's return home from his adventure." The boy said. This caused Goku to cock an eyebrow. He immediately recognized the younger man, but then he remembered that he had his growth spurt while he was off-world, so Goku was about to surprise this young man, which would be a pleasant surprise.

"Dad? Wow, guess that growth spurt made it hard to tell me apart." The Saiyan casually said. He then began to show his tail which was still around, causing Goten to widen his eyes. Making him realize that this wasn't his father. But he recognized who it was.

"Goku!? I barely recognized you, bro!" Goten said with a smile on his face.

"Not surprised. I was away when I had my growth spurt. It's almost scary how much I look like a younger version of Dad."

"Well, to be fair, you are biologically a clone of him." Goten lightly remarked. This only caused the two of them to laugh as the two brothers clearly were bonding again after not seeing each other for a while now.

"How are Mom and Dad, by the way? How's Gohan, Vidal, and Pan?" Goku asked his brother with a smile on his face.

"They're doing okay," Goten answered honestly. "They all missed you, though. You have gone for a while, and I'm sure there's a lot that they want to talk to you about."

The pure-blooded brother couldn't help but smile from that as he then turned to Goten. "Oh, I bet!" Goku then told his brother as he couldn't contain the excitement in his voice or in his expression. "And I have a lot of stories I want to tell them about my adventures away from home. I'm waiting for Mom and Dad right now. They'll be here in a few minutes."

Several hours later, after a massive family reunion that ended quite pleasantly, Goten and Trunks were waiting by the door to the living room of the Son Family residence, looking at the kitchen while Goten gave a mischievous grin.

"Goten? Are you sure that pranking your brother is a good idea?" Trunks were seen showing some bit of concern.

"It's fine!" Goten casually said. "What's the worst Goku Jr gonna do? Prank me back!?"

Goku Jr was walking around when he headed towards the fridge, only to be hit by a fine to the face. "Very funny, Goten," he said in an unamused tone. "Got my just desserts, haha. You just wasted a perfectly good pie, I hope you know that, Goten!" He continued as he tried to find paper towels, only to find they were not where they were supposed to be. "Really? Hiding the paper towels? How mature, bro...." The Saiyan said sarcastically as he tried to find the other paper towels to wipe his face. As he did this, however, another pie was launched in his face, and he fell on his butt. Goten could be heard laughing in the background. That was the last straw for Goku Jr, but they no longer let this stand. He made the declaration of war. "Ohohohoho... It's on!"

Thus another family tradition between two brothers began with the typical son-brother style Saiyan Prank War....... Some things never change......

Snapping back from memory lane, Goku Jr then continued to look at the photo a little more. A bit, he couldn't help but let out a sigh of pain and even a hint of regret. "I wish this never happened to Goten," Goku Jr said to himself softly. "And to make matters worse, you were also kidnapped. The truth is I could use your help right now, Brother. I would never have succeeded in defeating Zamasu ten years ago if it wasn't for you."

That was true. If it wasn't for Goten, Vegeta Jr, and Trunks assisting him, he might as well call himself a goner. Zamasu, or Goku Black as he was better known as, would have probably killed him or, worse, tortured him as he did before the final battle. But this time, here he was being forced to go rescue his brothers from three different timelines as well as his parents, his niece, his sister-in-law, his brother's father-in-law, his adopted maternal grandfather, his paternal grandparents, and his surrogate uncle and godfather from various timelines as well. What made it worse was that he had to do it alone.

Sighing, he then reluctantly turned away from the photo as he headed towards his parents' room. He took a small minute to look around before opening the closet and noticing what he was looking for. He reached out and grabbed it. Taking the box, he breathed before staring at his reflection. It was terrifying how much he looked completely identical to his father. If it weren't for the fact that he still had his tail, he would have looked completely identical to his father. The second Earth Saiyan then sided and stared at the photo of his father, Goku on the vanity stand of his mother. She loved that photo. But there was something else that he didn't notice until now. It wasn't just that photo anymore. He took a deeper look, and his heart arched a bit. Not at what he was looking at but at the circumstances that he was currently in. It was a picture taken on his 21st birthday with him and Goten drinking.

He remembered a lot of times when he spoke with his mother. And he couldn't help but remember when he spoke to his mother 56 years ago. After the first mission of the first two versions of the Dragon Team, who joined the Time Patrol and became its first members, it was a quiet day at Capsule Corp after their timeline was merged with Conton City's world. This also included the different versions of the various timelines connected to it. The day before, there was a very dangerous mission that left a lot of people shaken when it ended. Demigra was threatening every plane of existence of the entire Omniverse. Demigra was defeated at the end of the day, but it wasn't an easy victory.

Bulma wanted to throw a huge celebration with all the different versions of everyone they joined forces with, and there was a huge party as a result. Everyone was seemingly happy. That was when one particular younger pureblooded Saiyan, that looked nearly identical to Goku, except that he had a tail, started to walk out of the building and lean towards the end of the balcony. He originally thought no one would notice or care, but he was wrong.

A woman noticed. She was wearing more of a teal-colored Chinese dress this time around and had her hair in a bun with her bangs showing. She was wearing an outfit better suited for fighting earlier, but she didn't feel the need to wear it now. When she noticed this young man walking out suddenly too, this caused her to raise some eyebrows but not out of suspicion but concern. Concern for the boy's well-being in her eyes. This was Chi-Chi, Goku's beloved wife, and Gohan and Goten's loving mother. And apparently, she was close to this young Saiyan as well. How so? Well, she made it very obvious when she approached him as he stood over the balcony looking at the sunset. Something was bothering him, as she noticed.

She was overbearing at times, but at least she overcame it. There were also instances where she was justified or, at the very least, understandable. As she approached him, she then remarked. "You know it's rather lonely out here, Karrot." She remarked in a teasing manner as the younger Saiyan then responded to her.

"Mom... You know I don't like that nickname. I never did.."

Chi-Chi only rolled her eyes as she walked over to stand beside him. This saying was someone who meant so much to her. This was her little boy. But he was all grown up now. It broke her heart to see a little Saiyan warrior like this, especially with what she had seen him go through with his depression. She could easily say something was bothering him. She wasn't angry with her approach but rather direct, making it clear that she wasn't going to leave him alone until he opened up. She always had to take a similar approach to her husband. "All right, kiddo, I'll bite. What's wrong?" She said in a tone that showed her willingness to listen to him. Part of her knew that the young man struggled to find the words to describe it.

"It's just... This whole Time Patrol stuff, it's not something I'm used to. It's all new to me."

"This is new to all of us kiddo. Your father is still getting used to saving things beyond Earth, let alone a whole Multiverse, or, nowadays, the entire Omniverse." Chi-Chi pointed that out, knowing her adopted son would open up more. She always made it to where he opened up.

Despite adopting him due to the circumstances that led to his birth, which is why he was a pure-blooded saiyan, to begin with, she always saw him as her son, nothing more, nothing less. Bringing up Goku was obviously the best course of action whenever she needed this boy to vent. Goku Jr then looked at her in surprise, but she only continued. "I was heartbroken that he wasn't brought back, but Gohan brought you home. My heart couldn't let you be abandoned with nowhere to go. No home to come to. I spent years raising this little Saiyan Boy. Something I never thought I would ever expect to do. But I raised a pure-blooded Saiyan, nonetheless. I named you after your father because I knew deep down that you were like him. Not just from looks, either. You were so innocent...."

This caused the Saiyan to be surprised. She noticed this and only continued.

"And when your father returned seven years later, he accepted you with open arms. Alongside your brother Goten. We both ended up seeing you grow up. Going from this little boy to a little man." Goku Jr only listened to her. It was clear that she was being genuine with the way that she was speaking to him.

"And that little man ended up being so ready to take on the world no matter how cruel it can be. To see this big world for what it was." She only continued. "And that big world had been cruel to him. That big world made that little man, my little boy, sometimes feel powerless. I've seen him at his worst. So has his father. And I've seen him multiple times the way you are now... Afraid of the unknown."

It was at that moment Goku Jr realized that she was describing him. He remembered all the times Goku trained him. Even the times Chi-Chi had as well. Remembering all the times she saw him pushing himself too hard, even times where he had injured himself. All the times he had pushed himself so hard, he ended up with bloody knuckles from his injuries. Chi-Chi then only continued.

"But I also saw that little man take back his life. Took the world head on and, even when the odds were against him, faced it with a smile." The Younger individual then began remembering all the times he had fought impossible odds. All the times he nearly died. Majin Buu, Frieza, Zamasu, Moro. That's just a few names then he could think of as well. Chi-Chi then continued. "Now this little man is doubting himself again because now he's coming to terms with the fact that he is in a much bigger world than he realized."

Goku Jr was shocked by everything she just said because it was true. She was always that wise. He couldn't hide anything. "That's exactly what it is. How are you always this wise?" She could only chuckle as she then said.

"Goku, I am your mother. I named you after your father to clarify that you are my son. That you were your Father's son." She only smiled as she continued she had to get through to him somehow, and yet there was something about her son that always made her feel like she did right. "You are one of the kindest and most courageous people I've ever met. And I'm proud to call you my son." She smiled more as she finished her last bit. "And like your father, you're also fearless, and it's not because you don't have fears; it's because you're willing to face your fears head-on even if the odds are against you. The world is scary, but as long as you still have the courage to face it, you'll be fine."

Goku Jr then gave a faint but genuine smile; he could see why his father loved her. He couldn't help but simply respond with the following. "Thank you, Mom... For everything...."

Returning to the current moment, Goku Jr escaped from his memory again and took another deep sigh. He then started to open the box revealing a key to something. Luckily he knew what it was and where to find it. But before leaving the house, he took a deep breath and looked at the pictures again. "Mom…. Dad…" he said. He was fighting back the tears. He was afraid. Afraid of losing his family. The only family you ever knew and ever will know. "Gohan… Goten… Videl…. Pan…. Everyone…. Wait for me….. I'm going to bring you all back home. I promise!" He said when he made that last declaration. He then began to walk out of his parent's bedroom. Slowly leaving towards the door, he will take another look back at the house, letting all the memories kick in while he exits, but not without locking the door behind him.

As soon as he left the house, he walked towards another building nearby, the wind blowing at him. He felt the breeze touch his skin. He couldn't help but feel the fear slowly turn into resolve as he quickened to steps. Before he knew it, he slammed the door open, but not enough to break it. Carefully walking towards something that Goku pretty much kept tied away, the first adopted son of Goku took a deep sigh, before he started to take a large chest out from Goku's hiding place. Looking at the key for a minute, the Saiyan inserted it into the lock and turned it. Once the chest was unlocked, he opened it and found exactly what he sought. His father's bo staff. The power pole. As well as the Bansho fan, there are some other things like different forms of clothing and furs. That is definitely what he was looking for. And before anyone knew it, he took everything he had already acquired from the other places and started to equip himself with everything he had just gathered. Right there in his father's adopted grandfather's house.

He started with the clothes. Strapping pieces of armor on his shoulders, knees, elbows, and wrists added more layers to the gauntlets that he now wore. He's additional armor platings on his boots, reinforcing them. Next, he holstered all three of his pistols in the holsters that he had also strapped on to his clothes, then strapped the scabbards of the swords before slowly putting the swords in the scabbards to avoid hurting himself in the process. He then carefully placed the Bansho fan on the bottom part of his back before putting the Bo staff on his back. And now that everything was equipped, at least everything he knew about which, he assumed that he was going to get more equipment over time as well on this journey purely because he was going to need it, he then slowly began to head out. He received an unknown text revealing the location of the timelines that he needed to go to. Whoever tried to get him to take the bait was serious about this.

Calling for the nimbus again, he knew damn well where to go now—flying towards a good area to start heading towards his next destination through the Time Patrol wormholes. As he continued, his fears purged from his mind and were replaced with his resolve. The next thing he knew, he was no longer in Conton City. Traveling through those things with the nimbus was something he never imagined himself doing, but here he was, armed to the teeth and flying his family's nimbus, off to fight who knows what danger he was about to face. Ironically to save 20 timelines and his family.

The more he thought about it, the more he remembered what his mother had said. All those years ago. How he was so much like his father, and the more he thought about it, the more he remembered it and realized that she was right. So willing to go into danger no matter how cruel the world could be. He was still willing to take on the world. And not only that, he was now willing to face whatever dangers and fears he would be forced to face alone.

Upon arriving at the first reality, a timeline where Goku went by Kakarot, similar to the one he was previously in, Goku couldn't help but notice something was different in this reality somehow. At least different from the reality he was in. Perhaps he should check on the history of that place once he landed on the ground. Soaring through the sky more, he felt his courage overcoming his fears and his resolve giving the strength to push on his new quest. The quest to save his entire family. His determination sparked by his memories of his family and he also had a gut feeling that those same memories were somehow going to help him through this quest.

No, Son Kakarot Goku Jr wasn’t going to allow this bastard to win. As long as he still has a fight left in him, he will find a way to defeat him. Whoever this was, they just started a damn war with the saiyan. He took a moment to pull out something out of his pocket, he pulled it out and revealed something that was all too familiar to him. It was a red bandana. The head band, one of the versions of Bardock, had given to him as a gift. He took a moment to think back on it before opening his eyes and slowly putting it on his forehead and tying the back to keep it in place. Now fully ready for battle, he flew the nimbus to his first destination.

Meanwhile, in an undesignated location, Goku Jr was being observed for the footage as a couple of folks could be seen observing as the two then spoke. “It seems The saiyan has taken the bait,” the one closest to the door said. “The Time Patrol will most likely be looking for the bombs and wouldn’t be able to help him.”

The masked figure then spoke, and now that the mask was removed, the voice of a male could be heard from where he was sitting. “Excellent,” the man in the chair said. "The son of Goku and Chi-Chi rushed into danger just as we convinced him to. And to make it worse for him, he's going to have to face us and all of our forces might do whatever it takes to keep him from finding us, alone. Granted, he would have to destroy them anyway, in order to acquire the clues to our exact location. Although you do have to admire his courage."

"But sir," the other man tried to protest. "He's armed to the teeth. Has all the various weapons that his family has used and more."

"And did you really expect him to go after us with nothing but his brute strength and powers?" The leader mentioned. "There's a difference between courage and stupidity, Mr Haruto. The fact that Goku Jr took the time and effort to get the equipment that he felt he would need on his journey as well as a means to provide him support should he need to preserve his energy and power, should not be credited against him. In fact, he should be praised for his resourcefulness. And I'm also certain that he's going to grab more gear throughout the journey too. As well as potentially look for leads that could get him to where he needs to be. Either way. He's following the bait. And he will get stronger, no doubt. I'm simply curious how strong he will be when he reaches us."

Haruto took a bit of a moment to pause and process everything he just heard. None of this didn't even seem to make sense until he remembered that he was speaking to another Saiyan. "You actually want to face him yourself….."

"Correct," the man said as he then slowly began to get up. "Though I don't want to make it too easy. Oh no. I want him to go through all of hell and back just to get to me. The only two reasons why we drugged his family rather than attacked them head on was because if we were to fight any version of Goku or Gohan, we would have certainly lost. Baking this whole plan obsolete and pointless. Another reason why we put restraining braces that prevent all of them from using their abilities as long as they wear them. And they can't take them off without the proper codes."

"But sir," Haruto began to point out. "You haven't mentioned the Bounty Hunters, inquisitors, WarChiefs and Captains."

"All on purpose," the Saiyan responded with. "We don't want to make things too easy for him, now do we?"

"No sir," Haruto answered. "But don't you think he will be dealing with more than enough of this Army? He could potentially use each battle and his training to surpass you through his zenkai boosts."

"A risk we must be willing to take," Haruto's master responded. A smile was seen on the man's face as he then continued to walk towards Haruto. Revealing spiky but messy hair but he wore a different type of armor. He wore Saiyan armor as well but it was heavily modified, and he had military grade earth pants underneath the armor too that was baggy. His grin was that of a devilish smile. Seeing Haruto look at him nervously also allowed him to know that he could easily keep the human in line. "It will only be a matter of time," he said. A hint of confidence could be heard in his tone. "Let's see just how strong this Saiyan can become."

A few hours passed as Chi-Chi was seen leaning towards Goku while he held her in her arms. The two seemed rather calm, all things considered. Their counterparts as well as the different versions of their sons, Goten and Gohan, their daughter in law Videl, and their granddaughter, Pan were surprisingly calm as well. Though this shouldn't be a surprise considering how long they've been in the Time Patrol at this point. So they couldn't help but feel worried. Goku Jr was out there, most likely risking his life to save them. Though it was always easy to put faith in him whatever he was needed, Goku couldn't help but worry for the boy he raised and trained. And Chi-Chi had the same worries too. Always more concerned for his safety than theirs.

Still, it's not like they were in a position to do anything about it now. Taking a deep breath, Goku softly whispered to his wife as he tried to reassure her that everything was going to be fine. "He'll find a way to succeed," he told her. His voice calmed as he did so. "He's as strong as I am, as smart as you are, and he's as stubborn and patient as both of us combined."

Chi-Chi gave a faint smile from that remark. "Just like his brothers." She told him back. She held him tighter as her smile faded. "Still…. That's our boy, risking his life for us."

Goku understood that she was still worried for Goku Jr's well being. He couldn't blame her. He was worried too. That was THEIR son out there. Sure he wasn't biologically their son, due to him being a clone of Goku but they raised him. Raised him as if he was their own flesh and he loved them both. The boy cherished them. "I know," he told her. "But right now, all we can do right now is trust him. Have faith in him."

Chi-Chi nodded in agreement, albeit reluctantly. She understood that Goku Jr was able to hold his own but she hated the idea of her children running into certain danger. Especially if family is involved. "I know, but Goku….. Kaka is walking into a trap…" she told him softly. And technically, she wasn't wrong and Goku knew this.

"I think he already knows that….." Goku told her. He knew his son too well. Always running straight into danger. Just like him. All too much like him, if he was going to be honest. Chi-Chi could tell her husband was trying to not only be calm, but also put faith in his son. And was their ability to use their ki not available to them right now, due to these damn bracelets, he has to. They all did. He was worried about his son, just like the rest of the family was, but deep down, he also knew that he was worried about them too.

Thinking about that reminded him of the time Goku Jr was 21. They just finished planning everything for the farm so they decided to get some training in for a little bit. Goku Jr had tried various tricks to try to catch his father off guard, only for it to backfire on the younger saiyan. Hours upon hours passed of no talking, just sparing before the two just got tired, I even ended up panting and laughing together.

"I still can't believe that after all these years, I still can't compete with my old man," Goku Jr jokingly said. His laugh was still lighthearted as ever. But then he'd notice Goku absolutely staring at him. "Dad?"

Goku looked at Goku Jr and he couldn't help but not shake off the feeling that he was staring down at a younger version of himself. Memories overwhelmed him as Goku jr tried to wave his hands towards him.

"Dad!" Goku Jr said, trying to reach out to his father. Goku couldn't help but snap back to reality as he saw his son showing a small hint of concern as he then began to ask.

"Dad, are you okay? You spaced out for a good minute there!"

Goku only smiled. "Yeah, I'm okay kiddo. Just noticing just how much you look like me."

Goku couldn't help but snap back to reality as he saw his son showing a small hint of concern as he then began to ask.

Goku Jr cocked an eyebrow. "Are you sure you're okay?" He asked and Goku could easily hear both the confusion and the concern in his son's voice.

"I'm fine." Goku reassured him. "You just remind me of myself when I was your age. That's all...."

Looking back at it now in the present, Goku could tell that his son was very much like him indeed. "The truth is Junior inherited our heart dear," he softly told Chi-Chi. "He cares about us. We're his family. We raised him. He grew up with his brothers in his life. He would rush in to save us. Because he thinks we would do the same." He took a deep breath before finishing. "Because he KNOWS we would do the same for him."

Chi-Chi reluctantly nodded. She knew he was right but that was still her son. Their son, in fact. She didn't care that he was adopted, or the fact he was a pure-blooded Saiyan. That was still her little boy. She raised him from the very beginning and it's something that only became easier when Goku came home. She loved him as if he was her own flesh and blood. Even with his more wild nature. Strong appetite and the ability to tap into her husband's abilities up until his death against cell, mainly due to the wish that resulted in his birth, allowing him to do so. She was lucky Gohan and Goku were both there to help raise him.

"I know he'll succeed Goku," she told her husband. A pained smile formed on her face for a little bit before he faded. "But if he's anything like either you or any of our other boys, he will suffer before that happens…" Tears could be seen falling down her face when she came to that realization. He was no longer the naive innocent little boy she sang lullabies too, however she also understood that throughout all the suffering that he went through, Goku Jr slowly and surely went from being that naive little boy to that wise man charging into danger. But knowing this fact actually made her genuinely smile. "But…" she said softly as she placed a hand on her chest, thinking more about it. "He'll become a much wiser man because of it. His suffering will only make him stronger… after all, we're the source of his resolve…"

Goku held his wife tighter, gently kissing her forehead as he whispered softly to her. "That's right," he told her. "We made him the man he is now, and with how much he's grown, I can't be even prouder. But none of this would have been possible if it wasn't for you, the first 7 years of his life."

That last remark caught Chi-Chi off guard but she couldn't help but smile from it. Sure Goku did most of the discipline when it came to raising Goku Jr, because he felt that he had to, but for him to acknowledge the 7 years that he wasn't there, due to being dead. And was such gratitude, well it meant the world to her. She always knew he meant it of course, through him always telling Jr to go easy on her and to cut her some slack. Or the times he took the helm with discipline in Goku Jr's case, to make it easier for her. Or even times he gave their adopted son advice. All those heart to heart moments they had. It all helped Goku be an even better father than he already was. It also helped Goku Jr become the courageous man he was now.

“We just have to have faith in him,” She finally said, resting her head on his chest. “I know he’ll find a way. After all, he’s a lot like you.” she felt her husband's smile for her remark as he gently wrapped his arms around her.

As all of that Goten was looking at the ceiling as he thought about who their abductor was. Whoever they were, clearly had a personal vendetta against Goku Jr. He could tell that much. Staring blankly at the ceiling above him, he couldn't help but wish they could do something aside from waiting for his "twin" brother to come to their rescue. But what could their abductor want from Goku Jr? What did Goku Jr do to pissed that bastard off, this badly? The thoughts continue to swirl in his mind as he tries to decipher what could possibly be the reason. Well, he guessed he was about to find out with everyone else as they all then heard footsteps approaching them.

"Kinda took a cowardly approach, knocking each and every one of us out the way you did," Goten told the people approaching, as if he was calling them out.

"Hard to be honorable when you know you're going to lose in a straight up fight, which would ruin the whole point of a plan," the person responded. "I understand none of you would necessarily agree with that, but I could care less about fighting any of you."

"Of course not!" Chi-Chi said sardonically. "What the hell do you want from my son!?" A hint of her protective Instinct was kicking in, despite her current situation.

The man being questioned couldn't help but be intrigued by the family he abducted. He could see why a strong Saiyan like Kakarot would want to be with a woman like Chi-Chi. Even if she was a human. Her fiery passion and conviction, her stubborn personality. And her feisty attitude.

"Son Goku Jr?" The Saiyan outside of the cell asked. Already knowing the answer. "It's quite simple really. I just find it interesting that there's a Saiyan Clone that has his own personality." he said. "And to think he was a clone of your husband….."

Goku felt a hint of anger build up inside him before Chi-Chi placed her hand on his chest, letting him know that their captor was trying to get under their skin.

"There's a lot of things you underestimate about him," Chi-Chi declared. Her confidence unshaken as she got up and walked up to the bars. "My third son is stronger than you know. He isn't going to allow you to win. He's stubborn, determined, persistent, patient and most importantly, a fighter who refuses to give up, just like his father …. And his brothers….." She didn't even let him speak. She continued to taunt him, despite her situation. She clearly put her faith in her son. "Your mistake was making Kaka go on this quest. Because now he's going to get stronger. Stronger than you can possibly imagine. He's one of the strongest, bravest, and fiercest people I know. Only my Goku here has shown the level of tenacity that my son shares." She then grinned. Not out of malicious intent, but out of pride and confidence. "You're mistake is underestimating MY son! You are right about one thing only. Son Kakarot Goku Jr is going to come to you! He will come, and when he does, he will defeat you! Underestimating him WILL be your undoing!"

The captor paused. He didn't know how to make what he just heard. He then tried to get under her skin. "Do you really think he will defeat me…. Mrs Son?"

"I KNOW he will!" Chi-Chi countered.

The masked individual then slowly took off his mask, revealing the Saiyan in question. This shocked everyone. He looked EXACTLY like Goku and Goku Jr. Nearly identical in every way. His grin shows malus and arrogance. His voice sounded like the two as well. "I'm looking forward to it…." He said before walking away. The others remained silent until he was gone and they were the only ones present.

"That was not what I expected…." Xeno Goku said as he tried to process everything that he just witnessed.

"You said it" Xeno and GT Goten said simultaneously as they also tried to put all the pieces together.

Goten then remembered what he just thought about. The apparent personal vendetta against Goku Jr. The fact he kidnapped everyone except him. And now the fact that he looked like him. Could it be? No. It couldn't, could it?

"What are you thinking about Goten?" Gohan asked, breaking Goten's train of thought as a result.

"Huh!?" Goten responded with, showing he wasn't expecting Gohan's question. "Oh! I'm just thinking about who this person might be. I don't know if this is actually the case yet, but… I think he could be Goku's counterpart…." Everyone knew he was referring to Goku Jr. That was who he always referred to when he said Goku's name.

"What makes you think that?" GT Goku asked. The confusion seen on his face. "Most versions of Goku Jr aren't a clone or son of Goku. That's a rarity.."

"I know that…." Goten said. "Maybe he's from a rare timeline. One where that version of Dad was either cloned or had a son who looked identical. It's the only theory that makes sense as to how." It was clear he had been thinking about the possibility the entire time they were here.

"Regardless of the reasons, he kidnapped us all," GT Chi-Chi pointed out. Her voice and posture are calm and rational, like Chi-Chi's. "And with these brackets preventing us from using our abilities, we're sitting ducks. All we can do now is wait. Have faith in Kaka. We know damn well he has what it takes. Not just strength…" a faint smile formed as she continued. "But also his courage, resolve, patience and compassion. And if this person is who Goten thinks he is, then chances are he's hurting. He must be in great amounts of pain. Just like Kaka went through. So if anyone can understand enough to try to reach out, it could be him. If we can find a way to communicate with Kaka, we could maybe help him. Find out who this Saiyan really is. Let Kaka know that he's never truly alone. Then maybe, just maybe…. He can help this damaged soul."

The others took a brief pause of this. They were clearly thinking about what could be done. Goku then turned to Xeno Gohan. "Could you find a way to override the bracelets?" He asked. "Enough to avoid suspicion and with the codes needed for them? If we can disable them without attracting suspicion, maybe we could have a way to contact your brother."

Xeno Gohan nodded. “It’s tricky due to the tech and people coming in and out, but yes. It can be done.”

"Do what you have to do," Xeno Goku told him. "They can't suspect a thing."

Xeno Gohan nodded and quickly got to work. Doing absolutely everything in his power to disable the bracelets, with some override, without getting caught. Everyone else could be seen keeping their eyes out for anyone who could walk in, to give him a signal to stop.

Elsewhere……

Goku Jr was seen flying on the nimbus, navigating with a map he had to try to search for leads, while also learning more about this timeline. Goku went solely by Kakarot but to his knowledge, Kakarot didn't come to Earth. At least that's what he thought. But then, he knew he could be wrong. That's when he remembered that he was in the timeline six years ago. But he didn't interact with many people there so he could have missed some important details. Then he actually decided to use his device to learn more about the timeline. At this point, the more he knew, the better. He could potentially learn more about the timeline while also being able to navigate through it as a result. That's when something he found interesting came up.

It seems Kakarot actually crash landed on Earth. It has actually been a while since it happened. Apparently he already met Chi-Chi and things have been tense at times. Apparently there was a lot more to this timeline than he originally realized. Raditz turned out to be alive and Planet Vegeta was still intact? Clearly a curious development indeed for a timeline. Though if this was all the case then it was probably best for him to avoid all of those people as much as possible. He wasn’t sure how they would react to him. So it was best to not encounter them if possible. Now looking for potential leads on the monsters, titans and raiders, which he also labeled as breakers. Goku Jr sored through the sky on the nimbus as he looked for a nearby town where can get some information. Flying towards the nearest village, he hid his tail around his waist and had the nimbus park a few feet away from the first village before sending it off for a little while.

‘Best to travel on foot for a bit’, Goku Jr thought to himself as he then started to head to the village. He felt an overwhelming amount of people staring at him. Possibly due to him being an outsider, armed to the teeth or possibly both. Walking markets, he noticed many of the people were looking in with malicious intent but rather curiosity. This village also somehow had a familiar aura to it. But he couldn’t put his finger on it. Though he also really thought that it was more of a city than a simple village.

Wandering around the markets, he then decided to start asking around about rumors that may have recently occurred. Walking towards a merchant, the Saiyan then began to calmly ask the man for information on said rumors. "Excuse me," he said, modestly, which caught the merchant off guard. "Sorry to bother you, but I was wondering if there was a place you know of that would talk about rumors that may have recently popped up."

"Best bet would be to head to the fire mountain inn then, young man," the merchant said in a polite manner. "You adventurous folk tend to go there. And I can tell you're looking for an adventure."

"You could say that, my good sir," Goku Jr responded back in a polite manner. Best not to disclose the real reason why he was there. "Would you mind telling me where this inn is?"

"Oh sure thing lad," the merchant said with a chuckle. "It's a few blocks from the town square, to your right, once you pass the clock in the square, you should be able to see the big sign to the place."

"Thank you so much," Goku Jr said as he gave the merchant some Zenni. This caught the merchant by surprise. "Here's some money for your trouble."

"Much appreciated lad," the merchant said, looking at the handsome amount of ten thousand Zenni. "But…. It's not necessary."

"Please, I insist," Goku Jr responded. Showing that he was genuinely giving him the money. Causing the man to accept the reward. Money wasn't an issue for Goku Jr. Him ensuring his family's safety was all that mattered at the moment. As well as saving the 20 other timelines dragged into this madness.

"Thank you," the merchant said, taking the money. "Mighty generous of ya."

"It's no trouble at all," Goku Jr told him before, following the directions the merchant gave him. The crowds were browsing the wares of the markets where the square was. Musicians were seen playing music in the square, no doubt to get money from people. walking around mord, Goku Jr could see all kinds of people in the area. Merchants, wealthy commoners, nobles, aristocrats, you name it.

The Saiyan couldn't help but feel a sense of uneasiness around him. There were a lot of people, too many people for his liking and far too many guards and police around it seemed. He walked cautiously to the tavern and carefully went inside, trying not to rub law enforcement the wrong way with his mere presence. Once he was in the inn, some of the weight was now off his shoulders. Music was playing all around, with a hint of a mix between western, medieval and even Celtic music.

Walking towards the counter, Goku Jr took a deep breath before sitting down as a bartender was seen walking up to him, what surprised him was the fact that it looked like the bartender was a female Saiyan from the looks of it. Possibly from Universe 6. "What can I get ya mister?" The bartender asked in a polite tone.

This also caught Goku Jr off guard, though it might be best to play along for now. "This might sound like an idiotic question, considering the name of the place," he said but continued cautiously. "But would you happen to have Fire Mountain Ale, Liquor or Brandy?"

The bartender smiled at the modesty. "Surger, we have all the Fire Mountain alcohols, ale, liquor, brandy, whiskey, red and white wine, beer, rum, bourbon, ya name it. I'm surprised you're so modest about it though."

Goku Jr cocked an eyebrow. "What's that supposed to mean?" He asked as if he wasn't expecting it.

"Well you know our kind" the bartender responded with a smile, confirming his suspicions about her. "No matter if they are from universe six or seven, most of us Saiyans can be a bit of a beast to tame. Out of all the universe 7 Saiyan customers this bar has, you're our most modest." Goku Jr could tell he was being teased by the girl before she began introducing herself. "The name's Celia by the way. What's your name?"

Goku Jr was taken aback by this but then decided to return the gesture to be polite. "G-Goku. Son Goku."

"Odd name for a Saiyan," Celia said. "I like it though. Something tells me it really suits you."

Goku Jr chuckled a bit while he blushed a little, due to being embarrassed. "Awww shucks…. hehehehehe…."

Celia smiled, eyeing Goku Jr, she couldn’t help but feel there was something different about him. Something most Saiyans lacked from both universe six and universe seven. Something about him that makes him different. Unique for the most part. She didn’t find him attractive. At least she didn’t think she did. But something piqued her curiosity. “So what brings ya to these parts, Mr.Son?” she asked with a hint of her curiosity.

“Just looking for some adventure and glory,” Goku jr answered, though not completely truthfully. He couldn’t tell her the truth. It would only cause complications. “Ancient temples and dungeons that may need exploring, legendary monsters and titans that need slaying, and villages that need saving. That sort of thing.”

“Well now,” Celia responded with. “If you're looking for adventure, there are several rumors of “Monsters” terrorizing the folk around earth and namek. Titans residing in temples running the show and four big “WarChiefs” leading them all.”

'WarChiefs? She must mean the Raiders,' Goku Jr thought in his mind. At this point, he figured there was only one way to find out. "Where can I find them all?" He asked. "Perhaps I could deal with them for all of you."

"Well…." Celia started as she eyed the Saiyan in front of her. "The "monsters'' won't be too hard to find. They are wreaking havoc anywhere they can, so finding them will be easy. The Titans on the other hand will be more difficult. They each reside in a dungeon or temple. I don't know all of the locations, but I know at least ten of them. I'll jot them down for ya."

"Much appreciated," Goku Jr said, thanking the girl in the process. "How can I repay you?"

"Ya could take me with ya on your adventure," Celia told him with an excited tone. "My adopted brother told me that I can always come back and tell him all about it if I go on one."

"Well…." Goku Jr said as he slowly put some thought into it. On one hand it would probably be too dangerous for her, but on the other he could use the extra help. "All right, fine. You probably know a way into the dungeons anyway."

Just then a few explosions and screaming can be heard coming from the market areas near the bridge that lead into the city. Upon hearing this, out of instinct, Goku Jr rushed towards where it was coming from. Struggling passed the panicking crowds, go to Junior uses this to use his telekinesis, to slowly but surely and carefully, putting together pieces of old devices he used to use of his old equipment, to build some type of weird handle-like device, well also forming a large portion of his energy and then reforming it into two crystals of some kind of a sapphire color. Once the crystal was created the metal pieces got it around it. Little did people know his "guns'' had a similar "energy crystal". Once the strange object was created, Goku Jr then grabbed it and strapped it onto his side. As he continued to push through People to the action, he remembered a similar situation during his second year in the Time Patrol.

It was a mission where Goku and Goku Jr were sent to defeat a version of Cell, Frieza, Buu, and Vegeta, along with Nappa the Dodoria, Zarbon, Spopovich and Yamu. They were causing chaos in a timeline where Goku stayed dead after Buu. These raiders were causing chaos wherever they went and Goku and Goku Jr split up to defeat them all. Goku Jr fought Spopovich, Yamu, Nappa, Dodoria and Zarbon, while Goku fought Vegeta, Frieza, Cell and Buu.

Goku Jr was forced to face his targets in a village, all at once, which wasn't ideal for time patrollers for a variety of reasons. One they didn't want to attract unwanted attention to themselves. Two, they didn't want to worry about collateral damage, and three didn't want people to get hurt in the crossfire. Upon reaching them, the younger Goku could be seen entering a fighting stance, and mentally preparing himself for battle as the others charged at him. Quickly dodging all of their attacks, Goku Jr could easily try to launch a quick counter attack but the amount of people attacking him at once, that would probably not be a wise decision.

Continuing to evade all of his enemies in just his base form, the young Saiyan male was seen mentally preparing himself to launch a counter-attack. He just needed to find the right opening and then.... Just then he noticed Nappa was wide open, giving the young Goku Jr the opportunity he needed.

Just then, Goku Jr then raised his right hand and fired a massive ki blast at Nappa, blasting him a few feet away, before he then delivered a massive left roundhouse kick, hitting Yamu, and nearly knocking him out in the process. He then delivered a flurry of kicks from both of his legs upon Dodoria, and then a flurry of punches as well, and a few other different fighting actions in regards to martial arts, such as open palms attacks, tiger claws, and various other techniques that he had learned over the years. Is it that moment where all of his opponents started losing their patience and started targeting the people around them causing Goku Jr to look back in absolute horror. How could he have screwed up with this!? How could you allow himself to get this cocky!? Quickly transforming into a Super Saiyan, he then did everything in his power to deflect all of the blasts, and even some of the saibamen that Nappa planted. Dispatching each of them was one punch. Nappa, Yamu Spopovich Dodoria and Zarbon on the other hand would not be that easy. And before he knew it a lot of the people in the village got hurt, some even killed because of his reckless actions.

This sparked a great amount of rage in the young Saiyan. Not just the enemies he was currently facing but also at himself. How could he have been so reckless!? How could he be this fucking foolish!? Before he knew it, he then began going all out but this time going Super Saiyan 2. Though he wasn't actually going all out in all of his transformations he figured Super Saiyan 2 would be more than enough to take them down at this point. And besides he wanted to end this as soon as possible now. Quickly punching a hole right through Yamu's stomach, he went through the same hand, fired a ki blast through Spopovich before sending it back to hit Dodoria who is currently in the sky, causing a massive explosion resulting in his death.

Three down, right then and there. And before Nappa and Zarbon could do anything about it, Goku Jr then charged at Nappa and delivered a massive punch, killing him instantly. Zarbon did transform but it didn't really do much when Goku Jr punched a hole through his stomach somewhere similar to how he punched a hole through Yamu's, before firing a massive energy blast to the sky through Zarbon's stomach.

And just like that all of his enemies were done for. But he couldn't even imagine how these people viewed him due to the fact that he was cocky when he started fighting them before he quickly used instant transmission and left. Never realizing how grateful those people were for his help. If it wasn't for his actual efforts they would have actually died. Hours have passed and it is now nightfall. Goku Jr was seen, on a rock, observing Mount Paozu. Hints of sadness in his expression along with guilt, anger, resentment, and so many other negative emotions. Son Goku, who had just managed to find him after his fight, was seen sitting down next to him and quietly looking at his son.

"It wasn't your fault kiddo," Goku tried to say. "All of those people would have been dead, if it wasn't fo-"

Before Goku could even finish the clone and adopted son of Goku, quickly got up and angrily shouted. "QUIET!" He then turned to his father and could easily tell that he was trying to hold back tears. He could only lash out and vent all of his anger and frustration at himself and he was lashing out at his own father because of it. Because his father would be the only one that would be willing to listen, at the moment. "Look, don't you get it Dad!? I FUCKING SCREWED UP! I mean, for a damn moment, I thought that maybe, just maybe, I could actually do SOMETHING COMPLETELY RIGHT, FOR ONCE IN MY DAMN LIFE! BUT I FUCKED IT ALL UP BECAUSE OF MY DAMN ARROGANCE!!!!!! People got hurt and died, BECAUSE OF ME!!!!!! I..... I....just ..." He then walked to a tree, placing hands on his head in frustration. "Agh!!! I just.... Just..... Just forget it..... Forget it... Maybe I shouldn't have been born..." Goku Jr could only look away leaning against the tree.

Goku couldn't help but feel hurt at the fact Goku Jr was still being this harsh on himself. The difficulty of Goku training him, the tournament of power leaving mental scars in his son's mind. The times he and Chi-Chi saw their son pushing himself too hard in his private training, to the point of even injuring himself. The times he was reckless to the point of being suicidal, all of it caused Goku pain. He stared at his son, and he could tell that he was broken, lost, confused, and hurt. A look of pain was seen on Goku's face as he then began to shake it away. Getting up, he then walked towards the younger Saiyan, before grabbing his shoulder.

"Now you listen to me, Son Kakarot Goku Jr!" Goku calmly told the young man as he forced him to look at him. "Life will never be perfect! All of us have made mistakes, and we all will continue to do so. But we are filled with the potential for greatness, if we learn to overcome our own faults. Learn from our mistakes. Even you have the makings of greatness in you. But you have to be willing to take the helm and set your own course. And stick to it, even when things get hard. Because NOTHING that's worthwhile is easy! You're just as fallible as I am. But you're also just as capable of greatness. All you have to do is push yourself. And the road WILL be difficult! You will stumble and fall. But you have to be willing to get back up. And when the time comes, you get the chance to prove yourself and show what you're made of."

Goku then smiled as he continued. "And to be frank, I hope I get the chance to be there to catch some of the light from you that day."

There was a pause of silence for a second as Goku Jr processed everything that his father told him. The bright smile his father always had always showed that despite all the pain, there was always hope. Tears fell from Goku Jr's eyes as he then began to softly cry. Goku wrapped his arms around his son. "There there. It's alright Kiddo," Goku softly told his son. "It's alright....."

Back in the present, Goku Jr then began to finally approach the group causing all the chaos, walking towards them. These were normal raiders, at first glance but the Saiyan can feel the energy around them. These were a few of the "monsters" that he had to defeat. The men in question each had a small army of ex military, raiders, bandits, outlaws, battle droids or other mechanical bots. Goku Jr calmly continued his approach, his weird device in his hand as the forces he approached faced the Saiyan. Using his full power was not an option. Too many people could be hurt. Good thing he could use his weapons but this was a great opportunity to test his new toy.

"Well, look what we have here?" One the leaders asked. "Is that a Saiyan I see?"

Goku Jr then stopped and with the press of a button on his device, a royal blue sapphire blade of pure energy ignited from what was now revealed to be a hilt. "You've terrorized these people long enough," the Saiyan said calmly as if he was giving an order. "I'm only going to give you all one chance. Walk away…."

"Oh, look at this," one of the raider leaders said as he observed Goku Jr. "This brave little fool managed to replicate a Lightsaber. Doesn't matter. We're here to take this town, and I'm not gonna be intimidated by a man with a Death Wish. Kill him."

Just then when one of the mercenaries pointed a gun at Goku Jr, the Saiyan then took out his revolver looking pistol and fired an energy bolt through the roof chest. He knew what he was thinking when creating these weapons. This was to preserve his energy but to where he could still fight. As the mercenary fell onto the ground, a few of the mechanical warriors tried opening fire, only Goku Jr to quickly deflect many bolts, while putting the blaster away and pressing the other button, igniting another blade, on the other end. Many of the mechanical warriors were the ground from each timed and calculated deflection of the energy bolts.

Entering a fighting stance, the Saiyan prepared himself to end this fight as soon as possible. And then, as he expected, many of the remaining warriors then charged at him. Goku Jr saw many of the attacks coming before he quickly used his saber staff to block and parry many of their attacks, while also dodging those he wasn't able to. Quickly countering a few as well, stabbing a few men or slashing their chests, killing them nearly instantly. Detaching the smaller part of the double bladed weapon, causing the smaller hilted saber's blade to shorten, Goku Jr then started seeing tons of attacks of opportunity and started going on the offensive. Slashing at many of the men that were trying to kill him, countering and parrying any incoming attacks, giving him the perfect opportunities to strike. Also going on offense, breaking their defenses to give him an opportunity to finish his target at that moment, whenever he could. Eventually, he closed the shorter blade and holstered it back on his belt.

"We have a real fighter here," one of the remaining outlaws said. Charging at Goku Jr before he attempted to slam his advanced ax, only for the clone and adopted son of Goku to counter again, slice off the top part of the handle off, before holding his own advanced weapon backhanded and using a back handed technique to kill the current attacker. Aside from the three leaders, only four men remained now. It was clear the Saiyan was being calculating in his fighting and not being arrogant. Confident but not arrogant. Re-entering his fighting stance, the son of Goku, mentally prepared himself for the fight to continue. What actually happened was something he didn't expect.

One of the leaders, a cloaked and masked figure with a hood, was clapping towards Goku Jr. Judging by the figure of the person, they were clearly female. "Still have it on you I see," the figure said. This actually caught the others off guard as well. "I remember the fighting improvisation of Time Patrol."

"Who are you?" Goku Jr clearly questioned.

"One of the many factors of the game my master didn't tell you about," the figure said, clearly taunting the Saiyan. Goku remained in defense mode, preparing to battle again. "He didn't want to make this too easy for you, after all. I'm one of my lord's Inquisitors. Each timeline is filled with twelve of them. Like the "Raiders", "Titans", and "Monsters", you would be required to defeat us, and a few other threats as well." The masked woman only chuckled as she continued. "Most people believe the Raiders are the WarChiefs of my master but that couldn't be further from the truth. There are eight WarChiefs you must destroy as well. And thirty Captains. And all in each timeline you must venture forth and destroy all of us. As well as those twenty-eight Bounty Hunters that he has hired to destroy you. Each Raider, Inquisitor, Titan, Monster, WarChief, Captain, and Bounty Hunter, holds both a piece of information you will require to both find a reach my Master, and also items that would be the key to allow you to do so."

It was at that moment she started walking away. "As much as I would like to see just how much potential and power my master sees in you to justify all this madness, I must really be off," she said in a taunting manner. "I have more important matters I must attend to." And before Goku Jr could even try to stop her, the inquisitor then looked at the remaining forces, and gave them the signal to attack. "Sargesh, remind our Saiyan friend why his disgustingly pathetic warrior race is supposed to be dead."

Upon hearing that order, one of the warriors then started to prepare for battle, forcing Goku Jr to do the see as he was forced to do nothing but to allow the inquisitor to leave. The other warriors doing the same, as they circled all around him. Goku Jr took a deep breath, channeling one of his focus on the enemies around him. These guys in particular are easy, but deep down, he knew that this was only the beginning, and that the battles were only going to get harder from here. If inquisitors and bounty hunters were also present and after him, they're going to wait for the perfect opportunity to strike. A factor he now had to consider.

Tightening his grip on his lightsaber, Goku Jr mentally prepared his next move. And as soon as the others began their attack, he quickly pressed a button, causing two ends up the blade to open up, igniting two other smaller energy blades formed as if it was a guard on the blade and the main blade to extend, and slashed down onto the biggest for straight from the chest down. The brute fell onto the ground, lifeless, as the second to last foe, trying to attack from behind, before Goku Jr parried the attack, and lunged the blade right into his attacker's stomach. Switch backing to the normal stanced blade after taking the blade out of the bandit, Goku Jr looked at his last enemy, entering a defensive stance, clearly waiting for his opponent to attack, and he did, with Goku Jr parrying many of his attacks and then finally slashing the man's chest, ending him. Seeing the people gathering around him, he deactivated his weapon before holstering it on his belt.

'Two primary targets down, and many more to go,' he thought to himself, checking the bodies for the leads he needed, which ended up being a holographic map, fragmented as if turned into pieces of a puzzle. Of course it wouldn't be that easy. He was gonna have to start hunting soon. But luckily, he also discovered that they also show Intel he could put to use. Whereabouts and locations and estimated destinations for the Monsters, WarChiefs and Captains. 'Good,' Goku Jr thought more. 'This is a start. If I can eliminate the and the monsters first, maybe I cannot only get the Intel I need, but also be able to put a dent into their command structure.'

There were a lot more threats standing between him and whoever abducted his family than he originally thought. He should have known not to trust the word of that person. Oh well, nothing he could really do about it now. Captains and monsters were all over the place, but constantly moving to look for chaos, so finding them wouldn't be too difficult. In fact, it would be likely that he would fight them often, and more frequently. The WarChiefs, he would have to draw out but with the captains protecting them potentially, they would be a lot more vulnerable. The "raiders" would no doubt have to wait until he had dealt with everyone else. There seemed to be, for the most part, a well established chain of command.

Once he had finished getting all of that Intel, he noticed the villagers were just starting to gather around him to check why the battle had stopped all of a sudden. Many of them were seemingly praising him quietly or gossiping how he was able to take them all down.

"Thank you stranger," one of the villagers said. Clear gratitude heard from his voice as Goku Jr then turned to him.

"It's no trouble at all," the Saiyan said. Clearly getting ready to set to leave as he then took the last of the Intel he needed. "These people have been terrorizing other places as well as this one for far too long. That's actually why I'm here. I'm here to deal with this madness." That was only some of the truth but these people didn't even know the true reason why they were here and he might as well keep them in the dark on this. The last thing Goku Jr needed was for people to get in his way. Luckily his new weapon can be shifted into different types of lightsaber. Five different ways of fighting that he could utilize with it. Though he shouldn't completely over rely on his advanced weapon. His Brother's sword was advanced enough and was made with a steel that would be more than enough to withstand the energy of his saber. And his father's power pole definitely was enhanced by Magic allowing it to withstand his sabers energy too. All three weapons would come in handy.

Not to mention the equipment that he could potentially obtain in the future as well. Considering that for the most part he may be on his own he was going to need all the resources, gear, and help that he could get at this point. Time Patrol is being forced to not get involved due to needing to find the bombs that this unknown person placed in different timelines. So their assistance was practically impossible at this point. At least until the bombs were found in disabled , which considering that it was only 15 bombs and its seemingly infinite timelines, which meant infinite realities, it was nearly impossible to be certain of that.

Goku Jr also knew there was something preventing his family from using their abilities as he knew there was no way to contact them. Not even telepathically. Knowing how resourceful his family was though they were probably trying to figure out a way to do that at the very least. Especially if they know they can't escape. Though there was also a possibility that whoever has them might also be aware of the possibility of them trying to do that from the very start. If he was able to catch his father off guard of all people, as well as his brothers, he must have done extensive research on the whole family. Goku Jr grimaced at the thought, but this was a possibility he had to consider.

Another possibility he had to consider was the possibility of his family's captor increasing the amount of people in the timeline too that he would have to face. If he was able to keep him in the dark about the Bounty Hunters, Inquisitors, WarChiefs and captains up until now, what else would they be hiding? Not mention the various monsters and potentially additional enemies that he might not even know about at the moment.

Taking a deep breath, Goku Jr then continued. "I intend to rid you of all of your biggest threats at this moment. The various factions that have been terrorizing you as of late, their leaders as well as the various beasts and monsters that have been giving you trouble."

"Why don't you stay," another villager suggested. A voice sounding a bit pleading. "We could use someone like you in the village."

Goku Jr shook his head, knowing what this man was implying and he had no intention of staying permanently. "No, this is something I have to do," he said calmly as he then looked at everyone. "My responsibility is to ensure that they are never going to be a threat again. I intend to hunt them down. Which means I'll have to set out as soon as possible. If any of you have any leads, now would be the time to share them." He showed that he was adamant on this goal. His posture and tone are still calm and determined. "I'm pretty much hunting each and every one of these guys down."

"Stay a couple days then," another Town's folk mentioned. A hint of insistence in her voice. "You could rest up here so that you could prepare for this journey."

Goku Jr hated to admit it, but these people did have a valid point. Plus it wouldn't help to just rush in without any rest at all. It was probably best to be as prepared as possible. "Only a couple of days," he said with a stoic look. "Then I'll be on my way an-"

And as soon as he said that, a few other villagers started running up with a bit of an urgent manner. "Mister Mayor!" One of them called out. A bit of a panic in their voice. "One of the bandits snatched one of our daughters and is holding her for ransom! You must do something"

Goku Jr.'s morals suddenly kicked in as soon as he said that and before anyone else could say anything, he then began to address them. "I'll get her back," he said with a confident tone. He knew he was fully capable of it and would get the job done quickly but his priority would have been making sure that child was safe. The last thing that he wanted was for someone to die because of him.

"Oh thank you," the other villager said. “They are holding her in the nearby abandoned temple! It’s been full of monsters and other horrible things as of late.”

"Noted," Goku Jr said before he then began to head towards the gate of the town to head to the temple. "I'm leaving right away. The sooner I leave to get your daughter back, the better her chances of survival." Before anyone could object, Goku Jr then continued to leave, showing that he had every intention to get her back as a result. Upon leaving the city, the saiyan would then continue to push forward, towards the temple. The temple where the girl was being held. Although he wasn't planning on going after them right away, he would be killing two birds with one stone this way and possibly more if any of his original targets try to go after him. The final point being a likely synopsis as well. Little did he realize that Celia was following him from the very beginning but from a pretty good distance that he wouldn't notice.

As this was happening however, Goku Jr's true Target had been observing from the safety of his castle. To say that he wasn't impressed by Goku Jr's quick handling of the first batch of warriors would be a lie. Perhaps he underestimated him after all. It would seem he would need to increase the amount of forces in each of the five timelines. Perhaps quadruple the amount but that would leave the castle completely defenseless that would not be an option. Instead he would have to think of something. Either way he would have to lower the defenses of the castle by depriving them of some of his best warriors. Hiring more bounty hunters and assassins and even mercenaries would not be the difficult part but he can only spare so many resources to do so.

The Bandits and Raiders were also cheaper and their chaotic in predictability allowed them to be a good distraction. But even then it didn't compare to the skill level of the assassins and bounty hunters. And it would be best to have a war chief in command of the various groups in order to ensure that they obey orders whenever they actually are given them. Both of these factors were a must but this would be the final time he would be able to do this potentially so he would need to do this now and ensure that this would go into fruition. Doubling the amount of people there would probably increase the efforts of taking Goku Jr down. So another factor is that he would probably have to find some way to give Goku Jr a Fighting Chance. Perhaps by releasing someone he had captive to assist Goku Jr.

As soon as the mysterious Saiyan was truly deciding to plan out how he was going to deal with this revelation, Haruto then entered his chamber. "My Lord," Haruto said hesitantly. "We just received reports that Goku Jr made light work of several patrols to the first temple and abandoned the rating led by two of our captains as well as a couple of inquisitors."

Haruto's Master took a deep breath. Not one out of anger or frustration but rather concentration. "It seems that the Saiyan's mother was right about how we should not underestimate him. No matter. I will not allow myself to be beaten by him so easily. But I must admit that. He is exceeding my expectations already. I wasn't expecting it to be done this quickly. But that goes to show that a Saiyan should not be underestimated. It would probably be best to double the amount of forces in each timeline. Double EVERYTHING. In the meantime we can prepare to replace our defenses for the castle and get as much of the defense done as possible through cloning and manufacturing of robots and Androids. Even normal droids. The last thing we need is for him to make it through the first timeline with the same amount of ease. Also prepare to release Son Goten and send him to the timeline that Son Kakarot Goku Jr is currently in. We'd want to give him a fighting chance now, don't we?"

"But sir," Haruto hesitantly said. "Sending your best men across the different timelines but leaving the castle mostly defenseless."

"A setback I am currently aware of," the unnamed Saiyan said. "But with the recent acquisition of the other several versions of some of the best warriors across various timelines, they will very much replenish the castle's defenses for the most part. Especially its command structure. They have the experience, and skill to back it up. The rest of our numbers we can replenish by hiring mercenaries, cloning, summoning monsters, manufacturing machines, droids, robots and Androids, and perhaps even getting new enlistees. Goku Jr is not going to reach the castle in one day, I assure you."

Haruto only tried to speak again. "My Lord I implor-"

"Don't forget," his master interrupted him. "It was I who wanted to face Goku Jr, myself in combat. I knew that none of these men would keep him contained but I wasn't expecting him to be this strong or skilled. So this would give me more time to prepare myself to face him in combat."

"Very well sir," Haruto said, defeated. "And I'm sure you're aware that the prisoners are trying to sabotage the devices?"

"Why did you think I took the precautions preemptively to ensure that they weren't going to be successful?" The Superior mentioned. "At this point they would have already figured out that I was aware that they were going to try it. Though, I guess it wouldn't matter if I'm going to send Goten to assist his brother."

The two remained silent for the next 7 minutes as they then began to walk to the holding cells the Son Family were being held in. Upon the family noticing the two, it was at this point the Saiyan then began to speak. "It was only a matter of time before you would have tried to sabotage the bracelets," he said in a tone that outright confirmed that he knew about it. "Unfortunately for you, I have taken the extra liberties to make sure that you would not be able to. All you can do is wait for Son Goku Jr to try to save you."

Before anyone else could say anything, Goku then quickly got up, walked quickly to the bars in the cell, and tried to aggressively grab his captor, only for the man to back away in time. "I SWEAR, IF YOU DO ANYTHING TO MY SON, EVEN SO FAR AS TOUCH HIM, I WILL TEAR YOU APART LIMB FROM LIMB!" The Earth Saiyan yelled. His character was truly getting to him by taunting him about Goku Jr. Whatever he had planned for his son, Goku wouldn't allow it to happen if he had the power to prevent it. But he remembered he was now in a position where he couldn't even do anything. Chi-Chi placed a hand on his shoulder to try to help him calm down. She could tell that his blood was boiling at this point.

The Saiyan that was currently free only laughed. "Maybe you would be able to do that, if you didn't have that device that is designed to suppress your power on your wrist," he merely remarked. His words sounded like a complete taunt. "Face it, Mr Son. Right now, you are completely powerless. Your adopted brat is your only shot at being free." Goku's blood only began to boil hotter. His heart rate began to increase purely from anger. Something his captor quickly took notice of.

"Touch a nerve, did I, Son Goku?" The overlord taunted even more. His voice showed more confidence as he continued to do so. "Though I must admit, I do applaud you for wanting to protect your son, despite your current situation. But because your son is doing so well and far exceeding my expectations, I'm going to have to double everything. But it might piss you off even more but I do believe that I would love to give your son a Fighting Chance. Perhaps by sending someone to aid him in his quest no strings attached aside from not being able to communicate with you, like I don't know, your other second eldest?"

At this point, even Chi-Chi's blood was boiling. "So you're going to put my other children through hell as well!?" She yelled out. Her voice sounded like she was about to make a death threat. "If it wasn't for these restraints you put on us, I would have torn you apart myself!"

"It's not like you really have a choice in the matter but to allow the different versions of Son Goten to assist Son Goku Jr," the overlord said, reminding her of the situation she was currently in. "Besides I hear that they're an indestructible Force to be reckoned with when working together. I want to put that to the test. Again I'm not giving any of you a choice in the matter. The three versions of Goten will suffice after that, the rest of you will remain here."

"Just me or No deal," Goten responded, causing everyone to be shocked because they turned to him. Goten only grinned as he looked at his Family's Captor. "I assure you that'll only take the two of us to take all of your forces down." He said with all of the confidence in his voice. "You said it yourself, me and my brother are an unstoppable force when we work together if you really want to test that out. Send only me which is the version of Son Goten he works best with. After all, we did grow up together." He shrugged as he finished that statement and Chi-Chi and Goku could see the confidence that their second eldest alongside Goku Jr was giving.

The Saiyan overlord only smiled. "You must really have faith in you and your brother's ability, Son Goten," he said with a seemingly arrogant but rather intrigued smile. "I do hope that faith is not misplaced." He finished when the cage door was opened and guards escorted Goten out of the cell. But not before Goten secretly gave Pan something.

Perfect, it's probably best if it was just him and Goku Jr anyway. It was possible that he would only use the four of them as more of a means to prepare for the inevitable arrival. And besides he didn't know just how rigged this game was in this Saiyan's favor. So as long as Goten knows at least a little bit of the knowledge or is able to keep track of his tactics, perhaps he and Goku Jr would be able to beat him at his own game. He just needed to be patient and wait for the right opportunities to come to fruition. Though he also had to be aware of the fact that he would probably anticipate Goten and Goku Jt's next movements going forward. So he had to be careful not to underestimate him.

"You won't be disappointed," Goten remarked. A hint of seriousness was heard in his voice. But his confidence was left unwavered. "I'll promise you that much."

"We shall see," the other Saiyan told the hybrid before Goten was taken away from the cell with the leader following.

Chi-Chi and Goku both grimaced at the situation. They were now having to deal with the fact both Goku Jr and Goten were now gonna be charging into danger again, just to save them. Chi-Chi held onto Goku as she tried to hold back tears. While Goku wrapped his arms around her too. Trying to comfort her.

Gohan was trying to contain his anger as Videl quickly went to comfort him. Wrapping her arms around him, she then rubbed her hand on his back. "They're going to be okay," Videl reassured him. "They're a lot like you and your dad. They won't let this guy win."

Gohan then wrapped his own arms around his wife. "I know…." He said reluctantly. But they're still my little brothers……."

"I know," Videl said. Comforting her husband as much as she could. "But we're going to need to have faith in them."

Everyone just watched as Goten was taken away. A hint of worry was present in their expressions as they saw this. Only being able to watch and being completely powerless to stop this.

That is all this happened, the newly selected Raider that was a Vegeta, was assigned to bring Goten to the timeline that Goku Jr was currently in and that he would be assigned to. After the nod of acknowledgment this supposed Vegeta began to lead Goten away. It took a few hours to get them to the timeline that was their destination but once they actually reached it, the Raider then spoke to him directly.

"They're doubling the amount of people in each timeline," he said, which caught Goten off guard and he had no idea why he was being told this but then truly since his energy and noticed this was an energy reading he immediately recognized. Of course it would be an old friend. How this person was able to trick the Son Family Captor was a mystery to him but right now he didn't have time to ask how this particular "Vegeta" was able to pull it off. Still it was nice to know that an old friend was going to be helping him and Goku Jr. "Though I don't think I'll be able to trick him for much longer," The pure blood Saiyan in question continued. "It's possible I'm going to have to help you and Kaka going forward at some point. I'm going to wait for an opportunity to strike before that happens though."

"Sounds good," Goten said with a smile. "But when that happens you're going to have to tell me and Goku how you were able to pull all this off."

"In due time," the saiyan told him. "For right now, too many eyes and ears. I'm only telling you this now because we're at a location I currently have not many of the overlords forces around. So if I don't leave now it'll raise suspicions."

"Find out whatever you can about the increased defenses as well as the layabouts in this timeline and reality," Goten said. His voice showed the level of concern as well a hint of a tactical strategic level of thinking. "We don't know what we're up against at the moment and it would probably benefit us and Goku more if we know at least a large portion of what we're facing."

"My thoughts exactly," the saiyan said before he began leaving the hybrid. He also continued to give information that he had already as he left to hopefully give Goten some ideas. "They're probably also going to hire more mercenaries and bounty hunters too. Many of them would have some good gear that you could use to help you preserve your power. Their weapons could come in handy as well as their other equipment."

"Thanks for the tip, Veg," Goten finally said, causing the undercover Raider, who turned out to be Vegeta the fifth AKA Vegeta Jr, to grin. "Good luck and be careful out there."

"You too," Vegeta Jr said before heading out. No doubt heading to his current objective. And as soon as he was out of sight and out of mind, Goten then started heading out himself to search for the bounty hunters that Vegeta Jr mentioned.

This is going to be a test that would take him a little bit to do so. Goten knew that much. The first thing he did was check this reality's course of history. Currently the version of his father that went solely by Kakarot in this reality, and the others were currently off-world, including this reality's version of his mother, Chi-Chi so he didn't have to worry about dealing with anyone that they knew. Aside from anyone that may have been pulled from other realities and brought to the five that their enemy set pieces of the chessboard into, for lack of a better term. Right now the hybrid knew that him and Goku Jr would be playing right into his foe's hands at the moment. Luckily if he could plan it right though, perhaps he could turn the game of his family's captor against him. He just had to find the bounty hunters Vegeta Jr mentioned first.

Stealing their equipment would probably prove useful for him. Considering what he was up against, it was probably best for him to try to preserve as much of his energy as possible. It took him a few hours to find the bounty hunters, but Goten managed to track them down with his ki sensing techniques. They were setting camp in the forrest path leading to some temple. Possibly a Temple Goku Jr was heading to. But until Goten was able to acquire a means to listen in on the radio chatter, and as a result, keep track of their movements, it would be impossible for him to know for sure.

The bounty hunters were just sitting around. Perfect! The seeds were being planted, and Goten observed the bounty hunters carefully. Patiently waiting for his moment to strike. seeds were being planted, and Goten observed the bounty hunters carefully. They didn’t suspect an amubush. That was much clear. Goten could use this to his advantage. If he could time his attacks right, he could deal with these guys, without much trouble. But he needed to move fast for that. He needed to wait for his perfect moment to strike,and then when that happened, he needed to be fast. Then his opportunity arrived. Taking a deep breath, the second biological son of Goku and Chi-Chi swooped down and struck on off the Bounty Hunters and fired a Ki Blast towards the rest. Most of them dodging the attack as Gotne entered a fighting stance while his enemies circled around him before they charged. Goten quickly swipped on off his feet with a lower kick before, kicking him again, sending him towards a handful of the others.

One of the bounty hunters launched a metal cable, which quickly wrapped around Goten, catching the hybrid off guard for a second there. Struggling to break free, Son Goten quickly started to charge up his energy knowing that he was going to have to kick it up a notch. Electricity wrapping around him as this happened, the Saiyan hybrid quickly channeled his energy, trying to overload the Bounty Hunter's equipment, in the hopes that he could break free. As long as he was in the bond that he was in, he was an easy target. These guys were good. Really good bounty hunters. Whoever hired them wasn't playing around. And all his years in the Time Patrol, he wasn't expecting to face bounty hunters with this level of experience. Guess there’s a first for everything. Channeling his energy through the wire, he then started to overload the Bounty Hunter holding him in place's gear. And ince to see what's free of his restraint, Goten immediately charged at a few more of his enemies. Delivering a massive kick to another Bounty Hunter, before punching the third one standing and firing an energy blast at the fourth.

After an explosion killed most of the other bounty hunters, Goten looked at the remaining two foes he was fighting. Pulling guns on him. The two last enemies quickly opened fire, only for Goten to quickly catch their bullets. His speed was faster than the firing rate which was to be expected of the Time Patroller at this point. As soon as the bounty hunters burned out all of their ammo, Goten then opened his hands, revealing that he caught all their bullets, even the handgun ammo. And before his enemies could react, the hybrid quickly delivered the final kick in a final punch to both of them with the kick hitting one in the punch hitting the other, in that order.

Goten, like any of the other Son Family members, never enjoyed taking a life. Only doing so when it was absolutely necessary. And knowing that he just took the lives of all those bounty hunters really did bug him. Even though he was justified in this situation. Still it couldn't be helped. Grabbing the gear he needed, Goten took some extra gear to give to Goku Jr. Figuring he would need it. All the ammo, three adaptable rifles and pistols each, two highly advanced hammers, clearly designed for combat, and a makeshift lightsaber with an orange blade. These will come in handy. Finally, an adaptable sword similar to Gohan's new sword, the one Goku Jr currently had, and various types of grenades. These will definitely come in handy. Hopefully they'll get more gear throughout their journey. Considering what the two brothers were up against, they were going to need all the gear and the help they could get. The last thing he grabbed was a com link. Useful for him to keep track of enemy movements.

Upon putting the commlink on, he overheard the chatter about Goku Jr heading towards the temple close to Goten's location and that they were planning an ambush. Goten could use this to his advantage.

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Preview to Chapter 2 of Dragon Ball New Frontier Shroud of Memories

Our poor boy, Goku Jr is hurting in this flashback.

"I didn't fucking ask to be made!" Goku Jr shouted as tears fell from his eyes and pain was evident in his voice. "I didn't ask to be conjured up by some magical dragon so that some pathetic whack job of an emperor could have his own little MONSTER!"

Chi-Chi was horrified that her son felt this way and so was Goku. Before the 17-year-old Saiyan continued his tangent Goku tried to reach out. "Goku," the older Saiyan tried saying to his son as he saw Goku Jr's tail fluffed up in anger and pain. Tears fell from his son's eyes and the two parents could tell that he could no longer contain the pain anymore. "No one's calling you a monster….."

In his own pain and anger, Goku Jr glared at his father again as he then lashed out even more and his voice rising further with every word. So much so that his parents couldn't even say anything. Especially considering that his words sounded more broken as he said them. "Rebrianne called me an abomination! Dyspo called me a hellspawn! They both called me a curse! Said that I was some demon child that should never have existed and that if I had ended my life it wouldn't even matter because I existed in the first place!" 

The last words shattered both of his parents as he continued to let it all out. "All because Pilaf made a clone with the eternal dragon!" He yelled. Pointing at his father as he continued. "A clone of YOU! That bastard made a monster BECAUSE OF YOU!!!!!" 

"YOU'RE NOT A MONSTER, SONKU!" Chi-Chi shouted in an extremely broken voice. Tears falling from her eyes down her pale face she couldn't even begin to imagine just how much her son was hurting. This clone of her husband, born at the same time as his brother, Goten. Her miracle child. This child SHE took from Gohan and held in her arms after Goten was born, stared into his beautiful onyx eyes for the first time, and took him under her wings. She loved this boy unconditionally. Named him after his father. Gave him both of his father's names to signify she loved the boy. 

She didn't care that he was a pureblooded saiyan and not biologically related to her. He was her son. Her baby boy. Her Saiyan Prince and Fire Mountain and Mount Paozu. And just like his brothers, he was her pride and joy. But he was also her little miracle child. This was the boy she raised as if he was her own flesh and blood just like his brothers. 

Both Goku and Goku Jr remain silent as Goku was also tearing up from the words that his son spewed out even though he knew his son didn't mean anything by it. That he was only lashing out at the world still because he was in so much pain and yet it didn't change the fact that it hurt like hell for his own son to think this lowly about himself. Even say those words to him like that.

Chi-Chi only then continued as she gently placed her hands on her son's cheeks as she stared into his hurt and tired eyes. Red from crying and holding back his tears, a pained look of sadness and emptiness in his expression. Her heart was sinking a little bit to see him like this. 

"You're a gift, Son Kakarot Goku Jr," she softly told him with a tearful smile. Slowly taking her hands off his face as she then wrapped her arms around her son in a comforting manner. "Just like your brothers, you are your father's greatest gift to me…My little Saiyan Prince of Fire Mountain and Mount Paozu..."

Goku Jr took a moment to process everything his mother said as he looked into his father's eyes with a hint of guilt. He didn't mean to say those things. He shouldn't have said those things but he did. Goku could tell just from looking at him, that his son was sorry. As soon as Chi-Chi let Goku Jr go, the saiyan teenager immediately went and hugged his father. Crying his heart out as he did so. He couldn't even say anything.

Goku simply wrapped one of his arms around his son and rubbed his hand on the boy's back in a comforting manner. "It's okay…" he softly told the boy. "It's okay, my little fighter…."

A few hours later, Goku Jr was laying down on his bed, blankly staring at the ceiling of his room with his tired eyes. He couldn't sleep.  His mind was still wandering about what had happened tonight. The fight with his father in the storm still going on outside, him remembering his father being hard on him and training, his father even reflecting on things in the past. Him lashing out and making his parents realize that he wasn't okay. He felt horrible. Terrible even. Thinking about everything that happened, the younger Goku couldn't help but think about his father's words a few years back. He vividly remembered his father saying all of it too. Imagined himself reliving that moment.

"I know I've been harder on you than I am with your brothers. But the only reason why I am is that you're a pure-blooded Saiyan. If I'm not hard on you, you won’t be able to handle the hardships that come from being one. I want you to be able to take it.Your mom wouldn't be able to teach you in the way that I'm teaching you now. This is how you need to learn. Your mom won't be able to be this hard on you, Kaka. You're not like your brothers. That's why I have been disciplining you." 

The more the younger saiyan thought about it, the more he remembered it plainly. A tear falling from his eye and down the side of his pale face, the look of regret in his expression. But he heard his father's voice in his mind.

"I have to make sure you're prepared for when your mom and I aren't there to help you. When we won't be there to help take care of you. To protect you. Besides, you may not notice, but you're improving. You're getting better at this. Keep pushing yourself, and you'll go far...."

Goku Jr only stared at the ceiling more intently as he remembered the last words his father told him 4 years ago. Those words continuously echoing in his mind as he thought about that moment. Those last words that really sunk in deep.

"I'm proud of you, bud."

Processing every detail of his past up to this point, he then thought about his mother. The princess of Fire Mountain herself. Chi-Chi. He remembered all the times she called him her pride and joy. Her little Saiyan Prince of Fire Mountain and Mount Paozu.  All the time she sang a lullaby to him whenever he was afraid as a child. She wanted him to feel safe at home. He could hear his mother's voice in his mind as well. Echoing like he was in a tunnel but rather being words of pain, he remembered words of wisdom from her.

"Everyone makes mistakes, kiddo," he remembered his mother telling him. "Your father and I are no exception to that."

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Preview to Dragon Ball New Frontier Shroud of Memories Chapter 2

Chapter 2 is still in the works but that's probably going to remain the case for a while so I might as well share with you guys much larger sneak peek to the second chapter. There's going to be a lot of things happening in just chapter 2 alone. But there will be a lot more present day sequences than flashbacks, in comparison to the previous chapter.

You might also see some other characters appear as well.

Anyway here is your sneak peek to the second chapter of Dragon Ball New Frontier Shroud of Memories

Enjoy:

Meanwhile, Goku Jr and Celia only continued to approach the temple when suddenly Goku Jr abruptly halted, after sensing a sudden energy approaching him as he quickly then entered a fighting stance. Slowly preparing himself to face an incoming enemy, he noticed a kick flying towards him and Celia then quickly before he quickly blocked it. But his eyes widened as well as the other person he was looking at when they realized who they were. Were his eyes deceiving him? They had to be, right? But then the figuring question then completely realized that Celia was with Goku Jr, and not attacking him. Landing right in front of Goku Jr, was seemingly a young man physically in his twenties, but he wore a male Chinese style martial artist outfit. Green shirt, with purple wristbands underneath. He looked somewhat like Goku Jr except he didn't have a tail, and his hair wasn't as long or as spiky but rather messier. When Goku Jr felt his energy he quickly recognized him.

"Goten!?" Goku Jr said in shock. He couldn't begin to understand how Goten was free at the moment. "How do you manage to escape from that guy that was holding you and the rest of the family hostage!?"

"It's a long story Goku," Goten quickly told his brother. At the moment he didn't have time to explain his overall plan to take their family's captor down and besides there were currently too many eyes and ears open. Not to mention he didn't know if he could completely trust Celia yet. "Since you guys are seemingly entering the temple, we don't really have much time for me to explain at the moment. And besides…." Goten quickly looked around as he tried to monitor whether or not they were being watched or not. "It's possible there are too many eyes and ears around….."

"Good point….." Goku Jr agreed, looking around himself. There were probably tons of enemy forces all around. Who overall knows what exactly they were up against. "All right, I'll hold off on my questions for now. But when we get to a safe enough place, you and I are going to have a nice long chat, Son Goten."

"Definitely," Goten quickly agreed. "Let's go clear anyone that's in that Temple, get what you're here for and get out as quickly as we can." He then pointed out which Goku Jr couldn't help but agree with. The sooner they got the task he was currently on done, the sooner he could get back on his primary objective.

Celia looked at the two in shock but Goku Jr quickly noticed this as he then turned to face her. "Sorry about that," he then explained to her. "It's kind of a long story but this is my brother, Son Goten. I'll explain more when we get this kid and bring them home. Goten, This is Celia, she's a newly met acquaintance of mine."

"Nice to meet you," Goten politely said though Celia could tell that he was a little cautious around her and she couldn't really blame him and she was cautious of him, herself. But if Goku Jr could trust him, perhaps she eventually could as well. Just not right away.

Celia only nodded but Goten could tell that she didn't quite trust him yet. Nothing they could really do about it for now. For now, it was probably best for them to head to the temple. The three cautious looked around, searching for any potential threats that could try to ambush them as they approached the temple. They didn't seem to be many enemies but they didn't want to take any chances. Given their position, no one could really blame them.

Who knew how many bounty hunters were in the temple, or just how many of the enemy forces there were. The fact Goku Jr only needs to go up to say in spirit against the current waves of enemies fighting was a miracle in itself. The sheer numbers may actually be the key problem here. Luckily Goku Jr and Goten could probably find ways to fight together and cause these guys to be caught off guard. The two brothers were seen cautiously looking around as well, upon entering the temple. No doubt to look for potential enemies or potential entry points that would lead them deeper into the temple. It would probably be wise to split up for the time being and maybe splinter enemies' efforts. Divide and conquer so to speak. However there might be other instances where they would have to meet up at certain points. This would be so much easier with a map of some kind of the Temple. If they had one they probably would be able to navigate easier.

It was then that Goten actually thought of an idea. "Goku!" The Saiyan hybrid called out to his brother for Goku Jr.'s attention. "Remember that mission we were on a couple years ago? The one where we had to go into a strange Temple similar to this one?"

The gears started turning in Goku Jr.'s mind. Goten was clearly onto something as he then slowly but surely turned to face where Goten was calling him from. "Yeah?" the pure blooded Saiyan responded with. A clear sign of questioning in his voice as he asked his brother a crucial detail of why he would mention that. "We were looking for a former time breaker that was on the run. What about it?"

"Remember how we actually were able to navigate through the temple with one of the maps provided by one of his goons?" Goten asked and the same light bulb that flickered in Goten's mind also flickered in Goku Jr.'s mind as well

"You're thinking that if this is an enemy base, then it is extremely possible they may have maps to help them navigate the area!"

"Exactly!" Goten answered. "If this is really a base of operations for these, then logically, they would have a map for the troops that are stationed here to navigate through the place."

"If the maps aren't encrypted or unless you can get access to them somehow," Goku Jr added, but it was clear that some thought this. "Yeah that would very much work. Not to mention, each group would be assigned to a specific location so they would have that specific map for the layouts of that place but they're assigned to."

"Which means it's very likely we'd have to repeat this process every time we go to a "base", "temple" or "dungeon" so to speak," Goten agreed while pointing out this fact that needed to be taken into consideration. "Nothing we can't really handle though, as this isn't the first time we've done something like this."

"True," Goku Jr agreed. The pure-blooded Saiyan then slowly started to put more thought into the current plan. "Though knowing how these types of stuff are run, they would probably only provide us bits and pieces of the map, as a safety precaution of some kind in case someone like Us pulled a stunt like what we have in mind."

Goten grimaced at the fact that his brother just mentioned but even though he hated to admit it, his brother did have a point. "They're probably in the "base" as well," Goten finally said. "Which means we'd have to search for the person, security will be tight so we'll probably have to fight our way to the people we need to search for. But on the bright side it'll make navigating through the base a lot easier."

As soon as that was said, the two brothers quickly heard a sound, causing the two to enter some form of defensive stance, with Goten grabbing one of the rifles he took and Goku Jr bringing back his father's bowstaff. The two cautiously waited for whoever was there to make a mistake. And just when the two heard rustling, Goten fired his rifle to preserve his energy, causing a branch to break and knock someone off the nearest tree to them, and falling straight onto the floor. A spy No doubt. Two brothers observed carefully as they saw what seemed to be a male figure of some kind groaning in pain a bit after the stunt Goten just pulled.

The two quickly look at each other as an idea flickered in both their heads before Goten usd his own ki to create a lasso to grab the unknown spy before pulling him to them. If they were going to interrogate him, they need to be convincing enough to scare him shitless to get answers out of him. Luckily Goku Jr had some ideas as he gave Goten a look that let Goten know that he had an idea and to let him do his work. Once Goten backed away the Saiyan then slowly went to the man. His expression was cold and calculated. A look of death as he drew closer.

"So…." The Saiyan said as he stared down at the man with a cold look which caused Great terror in the man's heart. And a shiver down the man's spine was felt when Goku Jr started to address him even more. "You're the one that's been spying on me and my brother here….." It was a statement, not a question. His voice was sharp and harsh as he said that before continuing. "Perhaps you would be kind enough to tell us where the ones holding the maps to the temple are…. And tell us what we are up against….."

The man stared at the Saiyan, dressed like he was about to go off to war, and armed to the teeth with all sorts of melee and ranged weapons. He gulped as he saw the Clone and Adopted Son of Goku stare him down in the eyes with a dead-serious expression. The man didn't want to figure out what Goku Jr was going to do to him if he didn't cough up whatever he knew about what was going on. In an intimidated tone, he then tried to frantically plead to Goku Jr so just let him go and forget all this. "You don't understand," he said frantically as he tried to reason with the Saiyan. "They'll KILL me if I tell you anything……"

Goku Jr didn't budge nor was he unfazed by this as he leaned closer and made his death stare more evident as he told him in a very serious and somewhat malicious tone. "Then you're a Deadman anyway," he told him bluntly as he could tell that the man was clearly falling for the bluff. But the way he was speaking in the way he was acting, there was no way in hell that this guy would be able to know that. "Because I'm going to make your death long and painful if you don't. Actually, no. What I'm going to do to you is far worse. I'm going to give you a fate worse than death. And by the time I'm done with you, you'll be begging for me to kill you!"

Goten was horrified by his brother's words. The tone of his voice and his expression. It was almost impossible to tell whether or not Goku Jr was serious or if he was bluffing.

The man being interrogated was convinced Goku Jr was telling him the truth. So much so that he had broken under the pressure. "Alright, alright! I'll talk!" He said in a panic. "Each of the Stronger “Titans” has a fortress, for a base of operations. Same with the inquisitors! The others like the "Monsters” and the bounty hunters mainly roam around, looking for opportunities. The WarChiefs are the commanders for the Titans and the captains also roam around! Each Temple has bounty hunters and monsters protecting them along with the captains, almost all ofthe time! However, when they alternate, it's hard for them to keep them all present!"

"What about the maps?" Goku Jr asked. "Where do we find them within each of the temples?"

"The officers that always remain at the bases are the ones who carry the maps!" The man answered completely truthfully. "They're the ones in charge of the fortress! The "Heads" so to speak! You'll be able to identify them with the uniforms they wear. They stand out like a sore thumb!"

Satisfied with the answer, Goku Jr then got up and started walking towards his brother and Celia. "Thank you!" He told him with a light wave. But not without making one last remark. "I'd recommend running off or doing whatever you can to get away from all of this. Even if you try to kill us, which would really do you any good, you still at this information got out and betrayed your organization, as a result. I highly doubt your superiors will take that lightly. Act of treason, and all."

With that, the man then ran away like no tomorrow. His fate was currently uncertain, but right now our heroes could care less. They had a job to do. Turning to his brother, and seeing the horrified expression, he then quickly reassured him of what was really going on. "I wasn't actually going to kill him," he quickly explained. "I just needed him to think that I was."

"Well if you managed to convince me that you were going to, I'm pretty sure he was convinced," Goten said in response. Though Goku Jr could feel his energy not spike up as much as it was a moment ago. Last thing he wanted was to actually scare his brother. "Well at least we know how to get the maps, now. The ones that oversee the base, and their superior, overseeing the entire command structure here. We could probably clear the entire Temple and put a dent in their command structure at the very least. Do you think he's going to try to kill us to redeem himself?"

"Quite possible if they don't kill him," Goku Jr answered truthfully. "Not that it would do him any good. Taking them down a whole bunch of guys here in this timeline have been easy so far. Maybe a little too easy if you put effort into it….."

"So it's possible they're saving most of their resources and stronger opponents for later," Goten added. Clearly putting some thought into this. "It would make sense it is a military operation after all so they would definitely want to use their resources sparingly if possible. Not to mention they're dealing with two Time Patrollers. So I wouldn't put it past them to not want to take chances."

“Exactly!” Goku Jr replied to his brother. “Their bases are no doubt used to increase their influence. So it's very possible that if we take them down their resources will take a massive decrease.”

“Not to mention we'll put a massive dent in their command structure if we play our cards right,” Goten added. Clearly he was reading his brother's mind. “We need to have a game plan for this though. One of us needs to focus on taking down the base’s defenses while the other one tries to locate the maps.”

“You read my mind,” Goku Jr said as he looked at Celia. He couldn't help but feel a strong sense of ki in her. There was a tremendous amount of ki even by saiyan standards. She would not be able to go at least Super Saiyan 2. Perhaps this would be a chance to prove not only her loyalty, but also her resolve. “We also need to deal with the command structure as well and I think I might have a good idea for Celia to prove her loyalty to our cause to rid the timelines that this guy that took our family’s Army….”

Goku Jr could clearly see the confusion in the faces of Celia and Goten. With Goten raising an eyebrow only for Goku Jr to continue explaining. “I'll be a distraction, and destroy the defenses of the entire base. As well as take down as much of the other functionalities as the base as well. Like their sensors, their communications, that sort of thing. It could give us the advantage. While I'm doing that Goten, you hunt down the captains and officers. I'm most likely going to end up having to deal with a lot of the bounty hunters myself so it'll be easier for you to take out the amount that you would have to deal with. Celia could use that as an opportunity to search around the base unnoticed and have very little difficulty. They'll be expecting us, but they won't be expecting her. She could use that as an opportunity to basically gather up any intel, gear and equipment, and information on all of their operations. She could also look for the hostage they have, that way.”

“Sounds like a plan,” Goten said as he thought about what to do next. It actually made sense for them to actually do it this way. Both Goten and Goku Jr had the power to keep most of the base busy for the most part and keep the attention on them and Celia could use it to extract the hostage and gather as much Intel and information on the entire military operations as she could.

Though the Demi Saiyan was still skeptical. Course it's because he didn't trust her. Not yet anyway. But he clearly saw what his brother was thinking. Definitely something that could help them in the long run. However, with the unpredictability of the situation, he didn't expect anything to go according to plan. “This place is a “temple” from the looks of it,” he continued as he then began to explain more. “it's clear this possible counterpart of yours is making a game out of this. He has these bases set into categories. “Dungeons” are places where he keeps certain treasures, and items that would probably come in handy. “Temples,” are other places that have more of the command structure and may have clues as to what he has in store for us. “Shrines” and “Crypts” are similar to the so-called dungeons. Providing various upgrades to weapons. Those might come in handy. “Fortresses” are pretty self-explanatory too. They operate as a fortification for the command structure overall.”

Another Factor was that within the various bases, there's a certain guardian officer captain or warchief, or perhaps even a monster or type potentially protecting each of the bases. Maybe even a few. And they do most likely need to tackle everything that they already knew as well as everything that Goten just mentioned. “Finally, we have the “castles” so to speak,” Goten finally said. “They kind of operate as all of the previous types of bases I just mentioned.”

“How do you know all this Goten?” Goku Jr quickly questioned. Which caused the Demi Saiyan to show the communicator on his wrist.

“Ran into a squad that was heading your way on the way to you guys,” Goten answered truthfully to which Goku Jr was easily able to tell. This was his brother all right. Always the more resourceful of the two. “and I may have stolen all of their gear, in order to arm myself and allow us to kind of keep track of what they're doing.”

‘Goten, you fucking genius,’ Goku Jr thought to himself after hearing his brother explain the situation. This would be able to make fighting these guys a lot easier! A lot easier! They'll be able to know where the bases are, exactly be able to identify them, gather intel they don't have at a much easier rate, and also be able to track down relics they might. How come he didn't think of that!?

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I could see the New Frontier version of the multiversal Dragon team just enjoying a cookout and they see Goku Jr get a whole ass portable kitchen with all the different things to allow them to do every type of cooking, outside. An outdoor oven, counter, smoker,grills, etc.

And then suddenly someone makes a remark that gets them to get roasted by Goku Jr. Because he has no filter, he will not hold back his verbal punches.

"Are you seriously going to cook in every way outside Kaka?" Some random friend of Bulma asks.

"Yes Haruna," Goku Jr. said plainly. "Cuz everyone deserves something better than your self-centered fancy ass bullshit!" Before the lady could respond Goku Jr then continued with a little bit of a confrontation. "Oh and by the way," the Saiyan said in a serious tone. "Tell that pathetic excuse of man, and cuck husband of yours, that if he tells my mother, Chi-Chi, my Aunt Bulma, my sister-in-law Videl and my grandmother, Gine, how to cook again because they're "weak and feeble women", I'll cut his balls off, cook them and feed them to you." However, what he says next, adds even more salt to the wound. "Then again, you of all people would probably like that, considering how much you love the taste of balls in your slutty mouth." He then got even more serious. "Especially since you cheat on your husband, regularly..."

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"Dragon Ball New Frontier: The Legend's Legacy" sneak peek

With a blood-curdling scream of anger that sounded more like a roar, the younger Saiyan channeled a form of power that he never knew he had. Chi-Chi tending to the wounded Goku as she witnessed the younger one channeling the power within. His tail unwrapped his waist. A blue aura of ki that resembled that of a raging fire, wrapped around him to no end. His hair spiked up as it turned a bright shiny blue. Shinier than his normal super saiyan blue form. His eyes and hair were seemingly glowing.

Everyone just stood there in shock. This wasn't Ultra Instinct but it was clearly something bound to Saiyan roots, mixed with the power of God ki. But this was familiar to Goku. Unfortunately, the Saiyan father was unconscious. Goku Jr. stood in front of his whole family. Walking towards the enemies without hesitation. The younger Goku clearly intended to fight. There was a fire in his heart burning like no tomorrow. A fire born from his rage at the fact that his family was harmed. A fire fueled by the resolve to keep them safe and out of harm's way.

"No way...." Goten said in absolute shock. Was this really his brother? Was this really Goku Jr? With that energy he barely recognized him. "Is that... Really Goku....? I haven't seen him like this since he first went Super Saiyan 2!"

Goku Jr wasn't hesitating as he noticed his enemies charging at him. The dumbass fools. They should know not to approach an enraged Saiyan. That grave mistake is going to cost them their lives. The clone and adopted son of Goku only walked towards them more. He showed no fear as he did so. And once the men started to throw whatever they had they had him, he increased his guard as he quickly caught their attacks. The aura and ki wrapped around his attackers like wildfire as they were burned to a crisp.

A few more men try to attack the Saiyan only for their attacks to be blocked by two energy shields around Goku Jr's wrists. Clearly conjured to defend himself. Blocking each of the attacks, the Saiyan quickly started showcasing a bit of his martial arts. Starting with several flurries of punches and kicks, a few claw style and open Palm style attacks as well. Several roundhouse kicks, with both legs, before he started utilizing a technique that he learned from an old friend of the family. Kicking up at one of the attackers, Goku Jr then started to showcase a relentless and merciless flurry of attacks. "Wolf Fang Fist!" He shouted out before delivering a massive finishing tiger claw to the final attacker's face. The Last Man standing watching helplessly.

The Saiyan then turned to him. Satisfied with his final enemy's fear, he walked towards him, catching any of the bullets that were shot at him that would have hit him otherwise. Not that it would do the man any good. "There's something you forget about us Sons," he said. Clear confidence was heard in his voice as he continued to approach him. Catching any bullets along the way. It was clear Goku Jr was toying with him. Like a cat that had caught their prey with clear certainty that they have them.

"Even I was stupid for forgetting this!" After saying that, the son of Goku charged at his enemy, punching him straight in the gut. Upon his final foe lying on the ground. The second Earth-raised Saiyan stared at him dead in the eyes, with his open hand in front of him. "I was gonna say something witty, before finishing you off, but fuck it!" And with that he fired a massive energy blast, incinerating an enemy he knew for a fact was not going to change his ways if given the chance. Goku Jr knew damn well they would have seen this as an opportunity to try to kill him and his family when they least expect it.

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It was a quiet day in Conton City. Xeno Goku had been doing some shopping, despite it being his special day. Xeno Chi-Chi also was trying to get him to find some enjoyment in today, but the truth was he couldn't anymore. He just couldn't. The worst part was that he SHOULD be happy today. The problem is that he wasn't. Hadn't been for a long time. It was his birthday and he was miserable about it. Every year on his birthday ever since that fateful birthday, he only spent his birthday buying certain things. Flowers, burning incense, candles, and a photo frame. After that he started heading home.

Upon arriving, he took time to go to his room. His sleeping wife is peacefully dreaming on their bed at the moment. Smiling, the Xeno version of the Earth Saiyan walked over and softly kissed her forehead. After that he was seen opening one of his drawers, before taking a photo out of it. After that, he then walked back to his kitchen. Ignoring all the photos hung up in his house in the process. Normally he could be able to look at his photos but not today. Never today. It would only cause him to hate today more than he already did.

Xeno Goku used to love his birthday. Everyone wishing him a happy birthday. Now he hated it. Hated this day in particular. Because now, it only brought him pain. It reminded him of his boy. His version of Goku Jr. Even after all these years, he still hadn't gotten over it. His birthday was now just a reminder that his boy was gone. Every year, he was reminded of this reality. Every year on his own birthday, he was visiting his son's grave.

Today was Goku's birthday but it was also the anniversary of the worst day of his life. The day his son died. The day that illness had finally finished its work on him. While his counterparts were enjoying their birthday with their families, Xeno Goku was preparing to visit the son that he lost. The guilt and anger. Anger at the fact that he was so damn powerless. Guilt at the fact that he didn't spend the first 7 years of that boy's life with him more so than he already did. Every year on his birthday he hated himself more for that.

Taking the photo and carefully putting it in the frame, the Saiyan then the moment to breathe before slowly walking to the door before opening it and gently closing it behind him as he walked out. He did this every year ever since that day. The walk was never too long but it always felt that way ever since he lost his son. Each step was heavier than any weight that anyone, including King Kai and Whis could have possibly given him. The ache in his heart that he had for so many years really took a number on him.

Upon reaching the old cabin that he grew up in, the weary Saiyan took a deep breath as he slowly approached one of the two graves standing there. The second one standing in front of a tree. Upon reaching it, Xeno Goku carefully placed the photo, now in its frame, right in front of it. Setting up the incense before lighting them up as well as some candles. He then put the flowers down onto the safest place that he could see near the grave. Staring at the photo of his version of Goku Jr. Tears falling from his eyes as he did so.

"I wish you were still here kiddo," he finally said after being quiet for so long. A hint of pain and regret in his voice as he did so. "If only you were there to see your counterpart as well as the different versions of your brothers." A sniffle to be heard from Xeno Goku as he tried so desperately, not to break down. "I'm sorry that I wasn't able to spend as much time with you, as you would have hoped... I'm sorry I was dead for the first 7 years of your short life.... I wish I could have done something more about you getting sick..... I wish you were still here to see your mom smile. I wish you were able to see your little niece grow up. I wish you were still with us, bud.... I miss you everyday....."

That part was what caused the mask to fall apart as Xeno Goku clenched his arms into a hug as he then started to cry his heart out. Letting all the pain out. He had so much pain and guilt. So much anger at himself for not being there enough for the boy. All those regrets when it came to all the time he lost. It was all eating him up on the inside. And finally for the first time ever since that day, one hundred and fourteen years ago, Son Goku the Xeno timeline, broke.

The broken father's cries could be heard as Xeno Chi-Chi slowly and carefully approached him. She knew was wrong. Slowly sitting down next to her husband, she gently placed her hand on his back, letting him know she was there. As Xeno Goku looked at her, she saw all the pain, guilt, regret and sorrow in his eyes. Slowly wrapping her arms around her husband, she felt him wrap his arms around her, burying his face in her shoulder, as he just let it all out. She rarely see her husband like this. He rarely cried. She knew just how much this loss had taken a toll on him. She saw it in his eyes. When their son died, part of him died as well.

"It should have been me......" Xeno Goku said in his cries. "Not Kaka..... Not our boy....."

"I know how you feel..." Xeno Chi-Chi said to her husband softly. Tears also falling from her eyes as it happened. Neither of them wanted to bury their children. It's hard to imagine any parent would ever want to. Who in the right mind would as a parent?

Losing her father from illness was one thing. But it was nothing compared to losing her son. She never got over his death either. She was just better at handling the pain. Seeing her young son, dying in a hospital bed. 100% on oxygen. Slowly losing his life. All the family was there, knowing the painful reality that he wasn't going to make it. This little boy she raised. Sung him to sleep. Loved him as if he were her own flesh and blood. She could never get over that. Just like with her husband, when their son died, part of her died as well.

The two held each other in a comforting embrace as they sat there together. Unaware of their counterparts' version of Goku Jr walking there to wish his father a happy birthday. He stopped himself dead in his tracks as he saw all this.

Goku Jr felt his heart sink. Seeing the alternate version of his mother and father like this was painful to watch. His counterpart's death really caused this much grief to them. It was then that the younger Goku decided. He was going to find a way to bring his counterpart back. Back to the world of the living.....

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The adopted son of Goku wanted to cry. The horrors he was seeing right now showed him just how cruel people could be. Holding the small and frightened boy, he slowly moved backwards to avoid the child being forced to see any more of this. Tears escaping his eyes as he did so....

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Preview to Dragon Ball New Frontier: Shroud of Memories Chapter 2. FlashBack part.

"I didn't fucking ask to be made!" Goku Jr shouted as tears fell from his eyes and pain was evident in his voice. "I didn't ask to be conjured up by some magical dragon so that some pathetic whack job of an emperor could have his own little MONSTER!"

Chi-Chi was horrified that her son felt this way and so was Goku. Before the 17-year-old Saiyan continued his tangent Goku tried to reach out. "Goku," the older Saiyan tried saying to his son as he saw Goku Jr's tail fluffed up in anger and pain. Tears fell from his son's eyes and the two parents could tell that he could no longer contain the pain anymore. "No one's calling you a monster….."

In his own pain and anger, Goku Jr glared at his father again as he then lashed out even more and his voice rising further with every word. So much so that his parents couldn't even say anything. Especially considering that his words sounded more broken as he said them. "Rebrianne called me an abomination! Dyspo called me a hellspawn! They both called me a curse! Said that I was some demon child that should never have existed and that if I had ended my life it wouldn't even matter because I existed in the first place!" 

The last words shattered both of his parents as he continued to let it all out. "All because Pilaf made a clone with the eternal dragon!" He yelled. Pointing at his father as he continued. "A clone of YOU! That bastard made a monster BECAUSE OF YOU!!!!!" 

"YOU'RE NOT A MONSTER, SONKU!" Chi-Chi shouted in an extremely broken voice. Tears falling from her eyes down her pale face she couldn't even begin to imagine just how much her son was hurting. This clone of her husband, born at the same time as his brother, Goten. Her miracle child. This child SHE took from Gohan and held in her arms after Goten was born, stared into his beautiful onyx eyes for the first time, and took him under her wings. She loved this boy unconditionally. Named him after his father. Gave him both of his father's names to signify she loved the boy. 

She didn't care that he was a pureblooded saiyan and not biologically related to her. He was her son. Her baby boy. Her Saiyan Prince and Fire Mountain and Mount Paozu. And just like his brothers, he was her pride and joy. But he was also her little miracle child. This was the boy she raised as if he was her own flesh and blood just like his brothers. 

Both Goku and Goku Jr remain silent as Goku was also tearing up from the words that his son spewed out even though he knew his son didn't mean anything by it. That he was only lashing out at the world still because he was in so much pain and yet it didn't change the fact that it hurt like hell for his own son to think this lowly about himself. Even say those words to him like that.

Chi-Chi only then continued as she gently placed her hands on her son's cheeks as she stared into his hurt and tired eyes. Red from crying and holding back his tears, a pained look of sadness and emptiness in his expression. Her heart was sinking a little bit to see him like this. 

"You're a gift, Son Kakarot Goku Jr," she softly told him with a tearful smile. Slowly taking her hands off his face as she then wrapped her arms around her son in a comforting manner. "Just like your brothers, you are your father's greatest gift to me…My little Saiyan Prince of Fire Mountain and Mount Paozu..."

Goku Jr took a moment to process everything his mother said as he looked into his father's eyes with a hint of guilt. He didn't mean to say those things. He shouldn't have said those things but he did. Goku could tell just from looking at him, that his son was sorry. As soon as Chi-Chi let Goku Jr go, the saiyan teenager immediately went and hugged his father. Crying his heart out as he did so. He couldn't even say anything.

Goku simply wrapped one of his arms around his son and rubbed his hand on the boy's back in a comforting manner. "It's okay…" he softly told the boy. "It's okay, my little fighter…."

A few hours later, Goku Jr was laying down on his bed, blankly staring at the ceiling of his room with his tired eyes. He couldn't sleep.  His mind was still wandering about what had happened tonight. The fight with his father in the storm still going on outside, him remembering his father being hard on him and training, his father even reflecting on things in the past. Him lashing out and making his parents realize that he wasn't okay. He felt horrible. Terrible even. Thinking about everything that happened, the younger Goku couldn't help but think about his father's words a few years back. He vividly remembered his father saying all of it too. Imagined himself reliving that moment.

"I know I've been harder on you than I am with your brothers. But the only reason why I am is that you're a pure-blooded Saiyan. If I'm not hard on you, you won’t be able to handle the hardships that come from being one. I want you to be able to take it.Your mom wouldn't be able to teach you in the way that I'm teaching you now. This is how you need to learn. Your mom won't be able to be this hard on you, Kaka. You're not like your brothers. That's why I have been disciplining you." 

The more the younger saiyan thought about it, the more he remembered it plainly. A tear falling from his eye and down the side of his pale face, the look of regret in his expression. But he heard his father's voice in his mind.

"I have to make sure you're prepared for when your mom and I aren't there to help you. When we won't be there to help take care of you. To protect you. Besides, you may not notice, but you're improving. You're getting better at this. Keep pushing yourself, and you'll go far...."

Goku Jr only stared at the ceiling more intently as he remembered the last words his father told him 4 years ago. Those words continuously echoing in his mind as he thought about that moment. Those last words that really sunk in deep.

"I'm proud of you, bud."

Processing every detail of his past up to this point, he then thought about his mother. The princess of Fire Mountain herself. Chi-Chi. He remembered all the times she called him her pride and joy. Her little Saiyan Prince of Fire Mountain and Mount Paozu.  All the time she sang a lullaby to him whenever he was afraid as a child. She wanted him to feel safe at home. He could hear his mother's voice in his mind as well. Echoing like he was in a tunnel but rather being words of pain, he remembered words of wisdom from her.

"Everyone makes mistakes, kiddo," he remembered his mother telling him. "Your father and I are no exception to that."

He knew he could never truly understand what goes on in his mother's mind nor his father's. But he couldn't help but wonder what was going on in his father's mind at the moment. The same with his mother as he overheard the conversation. Neither of them were angry at each other but rather concerned about the situation. Something caught his attention when his mother mentioned it.

"Goku, you have to tell him," Goku Jr heard his mother tell his father and he could tell from her voice that she was rather hurt by what happened prior. They clearly weren't fighting or arguing. It was clear that his mother knew something that he didn't about his father and she was trying to get him to tell his story. "If anyone understands to the full extent of what he's going through, it would be you."

"I know," his father said as Goku Jr then heard his father's sigh. "I got to figure out how, and he no doubt needs a few minutes to settle down first."

The boy can feel the tension from the other side of the door. But he could tell from the energy of his parents that they were coming to an agreement. "I know…" Chi-Chi finally told her husband. "Talking about your pain has never really been your strong suit…."

Another thirty minutes flew by as Goku Jr was just laying there, staring blankly at the ceiling with a strong sense of sadness in his aura. A pained expression on his face is he couldn't help but think about what he went through throughout his life. Majin Buu, Frieza, that copy of Vegeta, the various clones of the Red Ribbon Army, Moro, and a few others. The Tournament of Power left the most wounds and pain. Dyspo of the pride troopers and Brianne De Chateau also known as Ribrianne, calling him a monster purely for existing, left a massive wound in his mind. It triggered a depression and feeling of emptiness. It left a certain amount of self-hatred.

Just as Goku Jr was still roaming his thoughts, he was taken out of them when he heard a door open. It was his father. "Hey bud," the older Goku started as he walked towards the bed before sitting down on the other end of it. "How are you holding up?"

"I don't know….." Goku Jr said blankly but there was a hint of honesty there. Especially since he was hesitant to talk about it. Human males usually don't like talking about their problems, in fear of being viewed as weak. It's even more of an issue for Saiyans. "Okay, I guess….?" 

Just by hearing his son, Goku could tell that a lot was on the boy's mind. A lot had been bothering him. He wasn't even confident in his last response. Goku could relate to this far too much. And he was really hurting just by seeing his son go through what he went through. "You know you can tell me and your mom anything, right bud?" The Saiyan father told him, knowing his son needed to open up. 

"I know," Goku Jr said and there was a bit of uneasiness around it.

Goku had a feeling that his son had done something that any parent would hope their child never did to themselves. The Saiyan paid close attention to his son's wristbands. Noticing that he always kept them on for some reason. Then remembered what he did to himself before meeting Chi-Chi again. "Kaka, can I ask you something?" The father asked his son again. A serious and concerned tone was heard in his voice.

"Yes..?" Goku Jr asked hesitantly.

"Be honest with me, have you been hurting yourself?" The father quickly asked and Goku Jr could see the concern in his eyes. And it was clear that the boy had a sense that deep down the father already knew the answer. Knowing he couldn't hide this from him. Goku Jr hesitantly, and slowly removed his wristbands. After doing so, he then showed his scarred wrists to his father, burn scars from his ki, no doubt. 

Goku felt his heart sink a bit seeing this. Holding back tears as he saw his son's tail fluff up from anxiety, Goku was forced to take a deep breath. The father knew what he had to do now. He had to tell him what he did before he met Chi-Chi again at the World Tournament. He had to even show him. But first, he needed to be sure about something else. "Does your mom know?" The father asked, hoping that the answer was yes. It would have justified her concern if she did. Goku Jr only nodded, clearly trying to hold back tears himself. His son wasn't usually this quiet. 

Thinking about it more, the younger Goku realized that letting it all out like that in front of the two people who raised him, was not him lashing out at the world. It was a cry. It was him, crying for help. Looking at his father, Goku Jr stayed quiet as tears fell from his eyes. 

Taking a deep breath, Goku mentally prepared himself for what he was about to tell his son. She needed a son to know that he understood him. That he knew exactly what it was like to go through what he was going through. In order to do that he had to open up about something he only opened up to Chi-Chi about. "Goku, I need to tell you something," the father told his son. The fact he called him Goku was evident enough that Goku was being serious. It was enough for Goku Jr to pay close attention to what he was saying. Once he had gotten his son's undivided attention, countryside as he took his wristbands off, before showing his own son faded scars on his wrist. They were obviously burn scars but it had been so long that they had obviously healed for the most part. Goku could see his son's eyes widen as this happened. 

"I did that to myself, three years before I met your mom again at the twenty-third World Tournament," Goku explained to his son as he slowly but surely began to explain it. "After I defeated King Piccolo, your Uncle Piccolo's previous incarnation, and father, I started training with Kami but then I started going through similar things that what you are going through. Feeling like that I was alone, that I had no one to turn to, and even felt that the world would be better off if I was dead. There were quite a few times afterwards where I felt that way. Especially after I found out certain things about my life in my past."

Goku Jr saw a tear from his father's eye before the father quickly wiped it off. "If it wasn't for your mom, I honestly don't think I'd be alive right now. In fact, all of you have given me the strength and motivation to keep going. To keep pushing forward." It was clear that this was something that was hard for Goku to admit too. "You guys are my strength. My reason to keep pushing forward. You, your mom, your brothers, your niece, your sister-in-law, your grandpa, and everyone else we know, you're all my reason to keep fighting. Not just the monsters I fight on the outside, but the demons I battle within too."

Goku Jr sat up as he paid attention to his father. It was also hard to believe to hear it from his own father. His father did that to himself? He was also battling his own demons? It was all beginning to make sense. And it was rather comforting to know that he wasn't alone with this emptiness.

“You guys are the greatest things that ever happened to me,” Goku said before he gently placed his hand on his son's head, rubbing it. A smile on his face made this happen. And it was more than enough to make the young boy realize that his father was there for him, no matter what.