Part 13, Chapter 4: Onward to the Final Battle!!

Right! Looks like you're all here...

I don't think we have everyone quite yet, my Lord...

We've got everyone that matters. Let's just get on with this.

I-I'm sorry we're late!!

*pant* *pant* Did we make it in time?!

Taking care of everyone back at the base took longer than expected...

(Mai and the others are back! I wonder what's keeping Bardock and Broly...)

Ahem! Who else has something to say? No one? Then be quiet and listen.

The mastermind behind this space-time chaos seems hellbent on destroying this universe, so it's time...

...that we take the fight to Zahha!

...!

And to do that... Whis!

Yes, my Lord! These two adorable pups here will be helping us out with that!

Tch...!

As I'm sure you're well aware, these mutts are able to open a hole in space- time that takes them straight to Zahha.

And now it'll lead us straight to him too.

In short, we know how to get in there, and we're all here, so...time to go! You better be ready!

Yeah!!

Now...I'm going to announce all those who will be joining the raid on Zahha's hideout!!

Huh? We're not all going together? Isn't that why we gathered all these people?

Oh, so you do remember! It's true that our original intention was to strike Zahha at full force...

...but then I got an idea, and that means a change of strategy.

Only an elite few selected by yours truly will journey through the hole in space-time to Zahha!

If we all went, there's no telling what might happen back on Earth... That's why we need people here to protect it.

I...guess that makes sense...?

In that case, who's going then?

To start off...Goku and Gohan! I'm talking about the bigger Gohan, of course.

Alright! I can finally let loose and fight for real!! Hahaha!!

Haha... You certainly seem happy, huh Dad?

All those joining the raid will also be taking one of these with them!

A Senzu Bean!

Thanks, Whis!

Next... Shallot and Giblet!

Here you go, you two.

And this is?

Ahh, right. You wouldn't know about it. It's called a Senzu Bean. Eat it, and it'll heal any injury you have!

A Senzu Bean, huh?

Whis and I will also be going!

Beerus AND Whis?! Man, I can't wait to see them in action!

Alright! Who's next?

That's it.

What?!

Huh? That's everyone? But our names haven't been called yet!

No way! You're joking, right!? I've been looking forward to this!

That means it's up to us to protect Earth while they're gone.

That's right! We've still got an important job to do!

...

Is this really everyone who's going? We still have plenty of other strong guys here, like Hit, or small Gohan...

You heard me, didn't you? We need people to protect Earth, and those two will be leading that team.

Then what about Cabba?! He's been pumping himself up for this battle and...

And what? No matter how pumped up he may be, Cabba isn't cut out for this mission. He'll just die a pointless death.

...!! What did you say!?

Both of you, please wait a moment!!

Cabba...!

Cabba...!

You're right, Lord Beerus... I'm not as strong as the rest.

But despite that... I still want to go!!

No... I have to go!! I have to save Caulifla!!

...

Hmmm...

So what you're trying to say is...

...you're not gonna follow my orders?!

...?!

That's right!! I won't!!

Even if I'm not strong enough... I must go... No matter what...!!

...

...

Hmph...

Whis! Give the brat a Senzu Bean.

...!!

Oh... Are you sure, my Lord?

It's fine by me. If he's able to be that rude to my face, then he's clearly made up his mind.

Hohoho! How unusually kind of you!

Shut it! Just give him the bean already!

Of course, my Lord. Here you go, Cabba!

Cabba! If you're coming along, you better give it your all!

O-Of course!! Thank you so much!!

Great to have you with us, Cabba!

Thank you, Master!!

Okay, that's everyone then! For real this time!

We'll take down Zahha and end this farce once and for all!!

So I'm gonna need all of you to put in 200%!! You hear me?!

Alright!!

That's all for now.

We'll call for you again when we're ready to move out. For now, this meeting is over! Get lost!!

Oh, I almost forgot! Bulma! Jaco! Lord Beerus would like to speak with you for a moment...

Huh?!

Me too...?

I have a very important job for you two...

...

(So Cabba's going too... He even stood up to Lord Beerus. All to save Sis...)

(Even though I'm more worried about her than anyone! It should be me...!)

(...)

(But...)

Man, I can't believe you guys have to stay here. What a waste...

There's not much we can do about it. Besides, it's true that we need people to stay behind to keep this world safe...

I received a new job from Beerus to protect Earth, that's all there is to it. Makes no difference to me.

...Right! Of course!

By the way... I have a little favor to ask you guys...

Do you think you could help me warm up a little bit?

Warm up? What are you talking about?

Anytime I think about facing off against that bastard Zahha, I get so worked up...

So...I just need to stretch my legs a little!!

I think I get it... If it'll help you calm down, I'm happy to help!

Thanks, Gohan! Alright, let's get on with it then! You too, Hit!!

Is this an official job request?

Huh?! Uhh... No... I don't think so...

Then I'll pass.

What?! Why?!

Ahaha...

Damn, that guy's no fun...

Whatever... I'll be counting on you twice as much then, Gohan!

Okay!!

Shallot... You got even stronger than last time!

Look who's talking! I knew I'd get a real workout if I fought against you!

I'm just glad I could be of help.

Everyone! We'll be leaving shortly!

Oh...! Looks like it's time!

Let's head over to Whis then!

Shallot.

...?

Give them hell.

Don't worry! I'll be back before you know it! Keep Earth safe while I'm gone, okay?

No need to remind me. I always see my jobs to the end.

(Besides, there's someone here that I need to look out for...)

Alright...is that everyone? It's time to infiltrate Zahha's hideout!

So it's time...

...

Hehe! I can't wait!

Me neither! I've been itching to let loose!!

You two are really something... All I feel is nerves. Hahaha...

Hmph...

Now, would you kindly show us the way to Zahha?

Damn it all... Fine!

Oh, before I forget... Lavender, was it? You'll be going in last. With Shallot and Giblet.

...!

Your brother will accompany myself and Whis into the portal first!

We don't know what dangers lie beyond it, so we need a little...insurance...

Tch...you mean a hostage... A bit cautious, aren't we?!

Basil! Open it up!!

O-Okay!!

The time has come at last...

Just you wait, Zahha... It's time you learned what we're made of! Everyone, after me!

Right! We better get going, then!

Dad! And...bigger me... Please be careful...!

Don't you worry!

Oh, I forgot to mention something! Gohan... Uh, smaller Gohan, I mean... This is just between you and me, but...

...?

I asked Beerus to make you stay and look after Earth while we're gone.

What?! B-But why?

Hit's a super strong guy and all, but I wanted one more person that I could count on!

You defeated Cell, so I know you can do this!!

Okay! I'm gonna protect Earth... no matter what!

Goten, don't be too reckless! And listen to your smaller older brother.

Okay! I will!! Make sure to come back, Dad!

Of course I will!

We'll be going our separate ways, so I just wanted to tell you guys to do your best out there!!

No matter what era you're from, you're still my sons! And I know you'll do great!!

Yeah!!

Okay!!

I think we better head off! Ready, Gohan?

I'm ready! Let's go!

Goodbye, Dad! Goodbye, Gohan!!

I should get going too...!

Break a leg, Cabba!

Just leave Earth to us.

Mai... Nail... Thank you for everything!

Umm...Cabba...

...! Kale!

I...umm... About Sis...

...

Never mind... Sorry for calling out all of a sudden. Good luck out there.

Kale...

Don't you worry. I'll fight for the both of us out there. Just leave Caulifla to me.

...

See you later!!

And that just leaves us.

Let's take this dog and join the others...

Stop right there!

...!! You guys...

Hey!

Looks like we made it just in time...

You finally made it! I was starting to think that we'd have to go on without you!

Wait...where are the others?

It's just us, unfortunately... Fasha, Shugesh, and Borgos still haven't recovered from their injuries.

Uhh...we saw everyone else go through that weird-looking hole... Is that where the fight is?

That's right! But we've already decided on who's going...!

So what?!

...!

If that's where the fighting's happening, then that's where we're going! There's not a Saiyan alive who'd turn their back now.

Plus, I've got a score to settle with that bastard Zahha!!

Hey! Just wait a minute! Bardock?! Tora?!

But how...?!

(They just...went in... Like it didn't mean a thing...)

(I guess they looked strong...so they'll probably be okay...)

Hey...

Oh! Hit...

(He's from the same universe as me... I'm sure he's super strong too...)

This is the first time we've been able to talk since coming to this era.

Y-Yeah...you're right. D-Do you...have something to say to me...?

...

You're not going?

Huh...?

Are you not going to go through that hole in space-time to save Caulifla?

I...can't possibly...

...

Maybe you're not the right person to say this to, but...

I don't know...what to do... I want to save Sis...but...

It's better for everyone that I don't go...

Hmm...

It's my fault that she got captured...

So I can't let myself get in the way anymore... I don't want to cause trouble for anyone else...

And to be honest...I'm scared... If I lose control again, who knows who might get hurt...

T-That's why...! I'll stay here and do nothing. That's what's best for everyone...

I see... That's one path you can take. It's not exactly the wrong one either.

...

However... Think about it.

What is most important to you?

And is it really that trivial compared to the anxiety and fear that lies ahead...?

...!

They really just do as they please, don't they?

Oh well! They're pretty tough in their own way, so I'm sure they'll be fine!

Hey, you two!

...?

I'd tell you to be careful out there, but you never listen to a word I say. So just let us say this...

Please win! And come back in one piece!!

Of course!!

It's time I paid my debts and made amends for what I've done.

Shallot! Let's show them what the two of us can do...together!

You said it!! Now let's go!!

There won't be any need for that...

Shallot! Look out!!

What the hell's going on?!

It's been a while, hasn't it? Shallot! Giblet!

You two...?!

Zamasu...

...and Goku...? No...he's different somehow...

That's also Zamasu! I don't know the details, but he took over Goku's body back in some other era.

This guy's also Zamasu...?!

Precisely... Thank you for the introduction, Shallot. You've saved me some time.

The time has come... The first step towards our ideal world begins now...!

Tch...! They really picked the worst time possible to do this...!!

We don't have time to stick around and entertain these fools!! Let's finish this quick!!

Alright!!

Hmm... So they've chosen to resist...

No matter... By our divine mercy, their insolence shall be forgiven.

After all, this will be your last taste of free will... Hahaha!!!

Stop your yammering already!! We've got no business with you!

Now get lost before I make you!!

Wha? Who are these guys?!

Who cares! This is my chance to get away...

On second thought... Sneaking away quietly isn't my style. Hyahaha!!!

Might as well stir up some trouble while I'm here!!

Huh...?! Enemies are coming out of the hole in space-time!

How rude of them to interrupt...! But their presence means nothing.

We can leave the others to their own amusement. Our only objective is you two, Shallot and Giblet!

Another one of Zahha's ploys then...! Does he really think he can stop us here?

What on earth are you blathering about? We are far removed from the whims of one such as Zahha...

You're saying that you're not working together?

Correct.

We only work for our own ideal... To bring Project Zero Mortals to fruition across all realities and timelines!

And for that purpose, we'll be taking the two of you into our custody!!

Urgh...?!

Shallot!

And where do you think you're going? I'm afraid your opponent will be me...

...! Zamasu!!

Not pleased with this arrangement? Then show me some of that unsightly violence you mortals love so much!

Ughhh...! Where's all this strength coming from?!

Fufufu... We can't have you being taken aback by such a tame display of power... There's still much more fun to be had...

Dammit! I already told you that we don't have time to waste on the likes of you!

Hraaagh!!

Hmm...!!

That's the spirit, Shallot! You're putting out quite a bit more power than before...!

But you're too impatient...

Do you really think you can beat me like this? Fufufu...!

Dammit!!

Dryaaa!!

...!!

Hmph...! Are we done already? I thought you were still warming up...

What happened to that killer instinct you had when you were still fueled by rage under the command of Zahha...

...

As you are now, regardless of what resolve you may hold, or if you join forces with Shallot, you'll never measure up to our...

Haaaa!!

Gugh?!

I'm in a hurry. So spare me the monologue.

Hahaha! Oh, Giblet...

You truly are an ill-mannered fiend!

Hyaahahahaha! This is just perfect! Don't stop boys! Run amok!

G-Gohan!! Shallot and Giblet are...

I know! But there's too many of them!

...! Hit!

I'll help those two. Just focus on thinning the enemy's numbers.

Haha...! I'd expect nothing less from Universe 6's strongest assassin... You took down our troops in an instant!

But there's always more where they came from, so I'll just keep calling them...!

Gi...gigi...! Hyahyahya...!

...?! Who's this guy?!

Hyaaahahaha!!

Ugh...!

Gegege!!

Interesting... This one's not like the rest of them.

Gyahaha!!

Oh, this one? Don't even worry about it!!

You two...

Hehe! Leave this to us, umm... What was your name again?

Hit.

Got it! Leave this to us, Hit! Come on, Goten!!

Okay! We already know this monster's weakness, so this'll be easy!!

Hyahya!!

Wroooooagh!!

Whoa...! Now that is dangerous...! I guess someone like Shallot is too much for me in my base form!

Then hurry up and fight me for real already!!

As you wish... Thank you for the delightful warm-up, but I think it's time we put an end to this charade...

Together...!

Coming at us together now then...!

Haaaaa!!

This is...?! He can use God Ki like us too...?!

I'd appreciate it if you would not sully my power by comparing it to your hideous imitation...

This is the power of a true god...!

Watch yourself, Giblet! The color might be weird, but this power is the real deal!!

Tch...! Figures...!

Shallot! Forget Zahha and the others for now! We need to focus on taking down these two!

Alright! I'm not a fan, but it's not like we have a choice!!

Let's go!!

Haaaaaaaa!!

Nuuooooh!!

...?!

Dammit!!

I must say...these two are just full of surprises... They make quite a team...

To think there would be anyone in this world that could stand against our might.

Perhaps this is due to their twinly bond... How intriguing...

(Even with us going all out, we still can't push them back...!)

(Right now we're evenly matched...)

(But even though he said he transformed, that Zamasu is still...)

Shallot!

I know!

Hey, you bastard! Why'd you transform if you weren't gonna go all out? Something's fishy and I can smell it!

Fufufu... It would appear that they don't intend to stop their resistance.

These mere mortals simply can't grasp their own hopelessness...but it is absolute...

What'd you say?

Kukuku... Shall I give a demonstration then...?

Of the incomparable power that I have obtained!!

Haaaa!!

Gugh...! They just keep coming! When will it stop?!

This is bad...! We need to do something about that dog!!

I'm gonna try and stop him. Trunks, you keep the rest of them at bay in the meantime!!

Hmm...? Who are you, pip-squeak? Think you can take me on?

That's right! And I'm gonna win too!!

Be careful, Gohan!!

Gohan...?

This is Gohan as a little brat?!

Now let's do this!!

Daaa!!

Easy there! I guess even as a kid you had some crazy power, huh?

Grr!!

Sorry, but I think that's enough babysitting for me. It's about time for the big finale anyway...

The big finale...?

*inhale*

Fwaaaaahh!!

Oh no!!

Well then...I think I've stirred up enough trouble for now. May as well chase after the others and get some revenge...!

I'll show that God of Destruction Beerus what happens to anyone who lays a hand on Basil!!

Farewell, boy!!

...?! H-He's gone...?!

Gohan?! If he's gone, what about the portal?!

We need to do something! Shallot and Giblet haven't gone through yet!!

The hole! It's closing!

...

However... Think about it.

What is most important to you?

(What's...most important...)

(Sis...)

And is it really that trivial compared to the anxiety and fear that lies ahead...

(That's it...)

(Compared to Caulifla...all that stuff is...)

Nothing!!!!

Uwaaaaaa!!!

(Looks like she went through...)

(If Kale and Caulifla combine their strength...their presence will be invaluable to our fight.)

(Just like in the Tournament of Power...)

Gya...!!

Alright... That's enough looking out for others.

Time to get to work!!