Part 5, Chapter 3: The Warriors of Love Return!

Lord Babidi, I have something to report.

What is it, Dabura?

It appears that the God of Destruction Beerus' underlings have allied with that female Saiyan.

Is that so?

How would you have me proceed? ...Shall I destroy them?

Didn't I tell you before? As long as we have the Supreme Kai hostage, they are no threat.

But, still...

If we leave those fools alone, they're bound to run into my newest pawn.

I suppose you're right.

Why don't we sit back and observe? We might catch something entertaining! Heh heh heh!

Okay, so this is the city young Goku was talking about, right?

Yeah. He said he saw a woman who was "strong, wearing red, and hulking" around here, but...

Are we sure it's Kale?

What are you talking about?! Who else could be wearing red, strong, and hulking? It's gotta be Kale!

How can you be so confident with such little information?

Forget about that for a second, though. Didn't Chi-Chi look so happy?! I can't help but be a bit jealous!

I bet Chi-Chi is living happily with Goku in this era too! Right, Jaco?

They get along well enough, but with Goku being how he is, it's not as lovey-dovey as you might think.

So he hasn't changed very much since he was a kid.

But that's the Goku she fell in love with, right? I don't think she'll mind. Ahh... An everlasting love! How sweet...

Love, huh...

Have we sparked your interest in love, Shallot? That's a little unexpected.

It's not that at all. Just remembering someone I'd rather not think about...

Tee hee! That is the feeling of love!

You've got to be kidding me!

Who is that?!

Tee hee hee! Answering the cries for affection within your heart... We! Have! RETURNED!

Let us blossom and let us sing out! The song of love and victory!

Brianne! Brianne! Bri-bri-anne! Happiness to one and all! I send you my love!

Ribrianne!

San-san! Ka-kun! San-ka-kun! The thunder of the wild! The roar of love!

Kakunsa!

Su-su! Su-ro-su-ro! Su-su-ro-su-ron! The strike of love! With dreams and magic!

Rozie!

The warriors of love have arrived!

Wh-Wh-Whaaat?!

Well, she is wearing red clothes...

Mm...and, er...hulking. No offense! Little Goku's information wasn't wrong, technically speaking...

He was absolutely wrong!

Here we go again...

We're so happy that you came all the way over here to see us, Shallot!

You look to be in some distress. Fear not! If that's the case, we fair maidens shall lend you our aid!

Wherever there is love, Ribrianne shall appear! No one beats us in matters of the heart! Leave it to us!

Wh-What?! What the heck is this?! Shallot, are these friends of yours?!

F-Friends?! Of course not! They're no friends of mine!

Tee hee. No need to get embarrassed!

I'm not embarrassed!

Not very honest with yourself, are you?

His tongue must be tied from being so nervous! It's been quite a while since we've seen each other, after all.

Except, it hasn't been that long at all! Not long enough, if you ask me...

All right! Let's help Shallot relax so we can have a proper catch-up!

H-Hey, Shallot! What are they up to?

D-Don't ask me!

Tee hee! There are as many different forms of love as there are people!

After countless hours of research from the Super Cell Games, we figured out Shallot's love!

Yes, Shallot loves...

Fighting!

What?!

We'll talk after we fight!

Yes! Completely refresh yourself with a good battle, and then we can talk!

What are you...?! How did this become a fight?!

I got no clue what's going on, but if it's a fight they want, it's a fight they'll get!

D-Different forms of love? I heard stories about her, but she really is wild!

I have to hand it to them though, they really did hit the mark with their research on Shallot. Nothing less from the warriors of love, I guess...

Heh, you guys pack more of a punch than I thought you would!

Tee hee! Thank you! I can tell you have lots of love in you!

C'mon, you're STILL spouting off about love?

But Ribrianne's love is much different from back then! Can't you tell?

That's right! Ribrianne's love is now truer than ever!

What does that even mean?!

Anyhow, I believe our love-filled warm-up is done!

You needed to talk to us, correct? Let us hear what's on your mind!

I mean, we didn't actually come here to talk to you guys...

AHHH! Hold on! There is something we want to ask!

O-Oh yeah! We let the real task at hand slip our minds completely.

Yeah, we did! Um, Ribrianne, we do have a question for you.

Tee hee. Feel free to ask me anything, you lovely masked man!

Th-This is my real face...but I guess I don't mind if you think it's...lovely...eh heh heh.

What are you getting all embarrassed for?!

Ahem, where was I... Right! We would like to ask you about the wizard that brainwashed you.

...!

Is that all you want to know about...?

We were hoping for something with a little bit more...love!

Hmph. Asking a lady about her past is quite rude!

But, you said feel free to ask anything...

Any GOOD thing!

Ugh!

A dark past is meant to be purged and forgotten!

That too is a sign of love!

Love is always looking to the future! There is only forward!

Shallot...am I the only one here who hasn't got a clue what all this love business they're blabbing about is?

Nope...right there with ya...

So what you're saying is that you don't remember?

Dammit...! We can't seem to turn up anything about the dark Ki!

Surely, the wizard wasn't the only thing you wanted to ask about?!

Learning about the wizard is our main priority, so yeah, I guess that's it from us...

Ms. Aloof over there seems to have some trouble in her heart!

Are you perhaps searching for someone?

How did you know?!

Tee hee, there's nothing to it! I can see right through you thanks to the power of love!

Woah...maybe they're right! Love is something else!

Well sign me up! Listen, I'm searching for a Saiyan girl by the name of Kale!

Tee hee! Pursuing your special someone is one of the truest forms of love!

Very well! We'll lend you our power!

The power of love-location!

Yeah! ...Wait, what?

Here we go!

The name of the game is...!

Refining your love! Your special lesson with the maidens of love starts now!

W-Wait a sec, I'm starting to have second thoughts about this.

Hey, Shallot, this is a little too much for us, I mean we're tired, so we'll be cutting the transmission for a bit.

Yeah, have fun over there.

I'm up first! Special lesson number one! Hunting your prey by honing your inner beast!

Huh? Oh! I was gettin' worried about what you were gonna make us do, but that doesn't sound too bad! I'm in!

Hold up! You're going with the flow and all, but can we really trust them?

What else are we gonna do? It's not like we have any other leads.

No matter what, we would never leave a maiden's heart in such a state! It's against our principles!

Who're you calling a maiden?!

Heh heh! You're quite the tomboy, and yet even you have prey you desire.

Watch who you call prey!

Just give it a try! Shall we get started, or are you too afraid?

Whatever, I'll do it! But if this doesn't end up helping, you're going down!

Heh! You're on! First off, tell us about this Kale!

Well...! Uh...jeez you're really puttin' me on the spot here... I'm not sure what to say. She's a Saiyan with red clothes...

I'm not asking about that surface-level junk! What do you think about her?! Say whatever comes to mind first!

Guh...ngh... Okay, how about...

She's strong! She's a strong woman!

That's it! Embrace that thought and run as fast as you can to where your instincts take you!

How is this any different from searching on our own?!

All right! Here I go... Strong woman, strong woman, strong woman...

Not enough! Concentrate! Block out anything in your heart not related to that feeling!

Transform into a beast of love!

Strong woman, strong woman, strong woman, strong woman, STRONG WOMAN, STRONG WOMAN!

Caulifla, you're scaring me...

STRONG! WOMAN!

Caulifla, where are you going?! Hey! Caulifla!

Whew... Let's haul up here for a minute.

Say, Fasha, you have any idea how many warriors are left in this tournament?

Hm? What are you getting tired, Tora? There's no point worrying over that.

We just have to keep crushing anyone we come across until we can leave. No different from our jobs back home.

Heh, I guess you're right.

...You reckon Bardock and the others ended up in this era too?

If they did, then there's no need to worry. They won't go down so easily.

There you are! STRONG WOMAN!

Wha-What do you mean, "strong woman"?!

You picking a fight?!

...Huh? Hm? Wh-What in the world was I doing?

That's what I'm talking about! You were in the zone. The love zone! You're a natural born beast of love!

Love is scary!

Who are these guys?! They look like Saiyans but... Tora, do you know them?

Nuh-uh. They're not friends of yours, Fasha?

Tora and Fasha? Where have I heard those names before?

Oh yeah! The ones Bardock was looking for!

And that guy smells super familiar!

That rag Bardock was wearing had your scent on it!

Rag? Never mind that. You guys met Bardock? Where is he?!

Astounding! You already found your prey! There's definitely a powerful beast of love hidden inside you, Caulifla!

I guess we did find people we were looking for. Bardock's people...

No, that's not good enough! This hasn't helped us find Kale at all!

If that's how you feel, then we should continue our lesson! We're sure to find the prey you're after!

That better be true...

Hey, don't ignore us! Where's Bardock! If you don't feel like telling us, then we'll force it out of you!

Force it out of us, huh? That's something I can get behind!

All this searching and not finding my friend's got me pretty wound up. I think it's time to blow off some steam!

Bring it on if you can, kid!

Heh! Not bad!

Just what I'd expect from guys that tag along with Bardock!

Tch! Stop talking like we're side characters!

Calm down, Fasha!

...!

They're a rowdy bunch, but I don't think they're hostile.

Hey... tell us what you know about Bardock. If you're still looking to fight, we can do it after you talk.

So that's what he's been up to.

Yeah, he was a real lifesaver during the Super Cell Games!

It seems like he's having fun doing whatever he wants in this era.

So, where is Bardock?

We met him over there not too long ago!

Why couldn't you start with that?!

Listen, we've got our hands full with finding someone ourselves. We don't have time to deal with everyone else's problems!

That strong woman you were screaming about earlier?

Yeah, her name's Kale. Have you seen her? She's a Saiyan wearing red!

A Saiyan wearing red? Unfortunately we haven't met anyone fitting that description.

Tch. So you haven't seen her...

...If that's all the talking done, what's it gonna be? Still wanna fight?

Nah, you two should go meet up with Bardock.

Heh, I like you, kid. You've got a lot more sense than your hotheaded companion over there.

You want a piece of me?!

You wanna go?!

Calm down!

Hurry up and get out of here. Bardock is searching for you guys, so I'm sure he'll be happy to see you!

Happy to see us, huh? I wonder about that. We just can't seem to get rid of each other is all.

Being stuck together is still a form of love!

Now you're just talking crazy! Can you please shut up?

Anyway, from what I've heard, it doesn't seem like he's changed much since coming here. That's reassuring.

Oh, and if we hear anything about the person you're looking for, I guess we can send some information your way.

That'd be a big help! I won't get my hopes up, but thanks all the same.

Well, we're off to see Bardock! Good luck with your search!

And thus, another soul troubled by love was saved!

How did you like my lesson? Super effective, right? We helped them find Bardock!

That wasn't the point at all! I don't care about who someone else is searching for! I want to find Kale!

Don't lose your cool, Caulifla! We're making progress, one step at a time, no need to get ahead of ourselves now...

Take heart! After this next lesson, your love will gleam forth like never before!

Love as strong as a punch... Love as sharp as an arrow... It's time for special lesson two!

Hmph.

Right...

How are you two so gloomy?! Show me some pep! And actually listen while you're at it!

Just keeping up with you guys is a task in its own right...

But I guess the lesson from blue-hair over there did technically help us find someone...

...Which was actually pretty frustrating.

Ha! So you got results, no? That's what matters!

Listen up! This next lesson is about harnessing the power of your feelings!

Huh? Feelings?

Feelings? That just sounds like wishful thinking to me...

You couldn't be more wrong! Feelings go beyond words! They touch people's hearts!

This precious power can bring people together!

Whoa! R-Really?!

Nuh-uh. You're not fooling me with this one!

If you don't believe me, why don't you try it out for yourself?

Start by telling me all of the things you like about Kale!

What I like about Kale... Hmm... Well... Oh, she, no, wait, but I like that too...

C'mon, this is easy! You guys are tight, right? Just spit it out!

I know, but there's so many things, I just can't choose!

Trust yourself, Caulifla! Let loose your feelings!

O-Okay... I got this... Um...

Kale is super...gentle!

Yes, that's it! Keep going! You've got this!

The more good things you say, the stronger and more focused your feelings become!

Uh...um...

Her long black hair really suits her!

She's not even talking about me, but I'm getting goosebumps all over me...

A-And...!

She's also a looker! Super underrated! Gotta beat those boys off with a stick!

Gentle? Long hair? ...And good-looking?

Hm?

Who is this angel?! Bring me to her!

Eugh! Who are you?

Hm? I coulda sworn I caught a whiff of babe just now. You folks seen one about?

Th-This old dude just came crawling out of the woodwork!

This is the power of lesson two! Your feelings were heard, loud and clear!

To achieve this much in such a short time... Frankly, I'm impressed! You've quite the talent!

Wait, I wanted Kale herself to turn up! Who the heck is this geezer?!

Hm... I must say, you girls are...!

Yes?

What? You looking for trouble, gramps?

Ooh! What fine specimens you are!

Ugh, what're you... Quit staring at me like that!

You're making me feel uneasy!

What have we here? Two babes. One fit and fiery, the other fantastically exotic...

Not bad! Not bad at all! But! We can't have you squandering your potential! Mark Master Roshi's words, you could become truly babelicious!

Bab-e...what?

Who're you calling a babe? You mad old coot!

Firstly, you! My exotic princess! I sense your real face is a whole lot prettier under that hood, it goes!

And you! The fiery one! Not bad, not bad, BUT why not try spicing up your outfit a little more!

Yes, yes, something like...a skirt! No, scratch that...a miniskirt! Ho ho ho!

...

H-Huh? What in the world is this geezer babbling on about?

Oh, I understand now. So this is our new punching bag, huh?

Indeed! The enemy of women everywhere stands before us!

Wait... Aren't you guys skipping a few steps here? "Enemy" is a bit harsh...

Let us take down this filthy being for the sake of womankind!

Time to bring the pain!

Whoa, whoa, whoa... This is escalating fast!

Seems ol' Roshi's made a stir... This happens, sometimes!

So you're not just a couple of pretty faces, eh? You're martial artists? Well, I don't mind a tough lady!

Urf...

Threat eliminated. We did it, Caulifla!

Don't let your guard down! We need to end this scum here, or he'll be after Kale next!

Don't you think you're being a bit extreme?

What did this geezer do to make you two resort to violence?!

I don't totally get it, but... He complimented you two... That's a good thing, right?

Compliments, Shallot? Really? Can't you tell that old fart had something else on his mind?

S-Something else?

Ouch, my head... Show a little respect for the elderly, will ya!

Gramps! You okay?

Well I must say... This timeline is just swimming with strong fighters!

To think they call me the world's greatest martial arts master! A fine joke now!

Not that I don't have promising rivals for that title in my time, mind. Would've lost it eventually, I reckon...

Your time... So you're a tournament fighter too, huh, gramps?

All the more reason to finish him!

Cool it, Caulifla!

A-Anyway gramps, you better get outta here, if you know what's good for you!

I ain't leaving just yet. In fact, I might just be able to help you out...

Wh-What?

You can keep your "fashion tips," you dirty old man!

No, no. That lad there, he's looking for the wizard with dark Ki, right?

?!

Woah! How the heck do you know that?!

How the heck do you know about the wizard?!

I am MASTER Roshi, after all! A martial arts master! Give me some credit, will ya?

Hah! He's bluffing! This peeping tom probably overheard us talking!

Bluffing, huh? I'll leave that to you to decide...

But I think there's something fishy about this tournament...

...And you're fighting to stop it, aren't you?

You aren't wrong!

This old man's just trying to take you for a ride, Shallot! Don't listen to him!

Shh, Caulifla...

Shallot?

(This geezer clowns around, but I'm getting whiffs of incredible power from him. He's the real deal!)

Old man! You know something about what's goin' on here, don't you!

Heh...

...

Hehehe...

Gotcha! I was bluffing, you dummy!

Whaaat?!

Come on, Shallot! That one definitely calls for a beating!

Of course I was eavesdropping! How else would I hear about something like that?

(Dammit, he tricked me! He really is just an old clown!)

Anyway, I don't know about any wizards, but...

...I did hear a rumor recently about a group "hunting" warriors.

Hunting warriors? Isn't that what this tournament is all about?

They ain't just taking down other fighters. These fellas are selective...

Selective...?

They're looking for powerful warriors, the ones with the most energy. They suck 'em dry before killing 'em!

Stealing energy from powerful warriors? What's that all about?

Hah! So small time warriors like you just get beat up and left for dead, eh, old man?

Heh, you could be right...

By the sounds of it, my power would be useless against these thugs. I would be dead...

The geezer's gone all meek. Where's that ego we saw a moment ago?

However! I can guide you young'uns to victory over these crooks. I'll be the brain, you the brawn.

Don't be shy. Ask me anything!

I can't tell if the old man is trying to pull one over on us again!

W-Well, this all certainly sounds frightening. Or maybe it's total rubbish... I can't tell!

...

Heh! Either way we've no use for you right now, old man!

She's right. We might call on you later if we need your help, though!

Heh, fine by me!

Well, that was pretty interesting for the ramblings of an old geezer! Don't go dying too soon now!

And keep that behavior in check, old fellow!

Wait, what was with his behavior? Can you explain it to me again?

You seriously still don't get it after all that? I'm actually impressed, Shallot!

Well, now that's over with, let's proceed to your final lesson. Listen up!

What? There's another lesson?!

Not to mention, nothing you taught us so far really did anything! I don't know if I trust these "lessons"...

I sense a pureness from that Shallot kid... Something about him reminds me of Goku. I trust that in a fella...

Tee hee! I can feel it! Kakunsa and Rozie's lessons brought your love to a whole new level!

A whole new level? Which means?

Hey, don't ask me...

Okay, guys! Let's get into it! This is the final special lesson! The very last step!

Kakunsa taught you to focus using your inner beast. Rozie taught you to harness your feelings. Now, I'll show you how to...

Put some power in your love!

Power?

Huh, seems pretty basic after those first two...

Tee hee! This is anything but easy. Power is an invaluable element of love!

Concentration... Feelings... These are both important, but a love without passion...is just a waste!

I guess you're right... Oomph is important!

Yeah! I dunno about this love stuff, but power I understand!

Alright! We've come this far, might as well see it through to the end... Let's do it!

Splendid! Well now... Before we start, let's check your progress, shall we? Show me your love, in full power!

What?! You want me to...fight?

Indeed! You catch on quick, sister! Your special love lessons are paying off!

I dunno about that, but if we're brawling, you better know I'm psyched!

You said it, Caulifla! I'll take a fight over that "love" talk any day!

Alright, here I come!

Perfect! You two are the ideal candidates to learn my love power technique...

Hah! As long as it's "power" on the line, I ain't losing no contest!

So what do you want us to do exactly?

Tee hee, you'll have to use everything you've learned thus far. Let's get to it, my dear students!

O-Okay!

Step one! Think back to Kakunsa's lesson. Focus your mind.

Okay. Kale... Kale! Kale!!!

Step two! Rozie's lesson... Praise your love! The more positive feelings the better!

(Kale is strong! The best friend ever!)

Step three! Power! Give it all you've got!

Cry out for your love!

*Inhales*

...

KAAALEEE!!!

WHERE ARE YOUUU!!!

Argh! My ears!

Phew...

D-Did you really have to scream like that?! My ears are killing me!

How did I do, Shallot?! Do you think I reached Kale?

Huh?! Whatcha say? I can see your mouth moving, but my darn ears ain't giving me nothing!

Hey now, don't tell me the rocks in your head have started blocking your ears!

What? There's rocks in your bed and a bucket of deer? That some kinda joke?!

I said "blocking your ears," ya dummy!

Feh... Anyway, Ribrianne! What's the verdict? Did I do good?

Wai, What?

...

She...fainted?

That's not on! You're meant to be teaching me! Not sleeping!

Phew... I can finally hear again.

So are we done with these "love lesseners" or whatever now?

You tell me! Our venerable teach, Miss Ribrianne, is napping! What a joke...

Uh...I don't think she's sleeping. I think you knocked her out cold with that cannon in your throat...

C-Caulifla?

...!

Caulifla! It is you! I know that voice!

K-Kale?!