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Name: Videl Satan
Age: 12
Race: Human
Skills: Instant Learning, Tai Chi, Xing Yi Quan, Powerful Heart, Limits Removed, Image Training, Business, Administration, Quick Learner, Endless Stamina, Super Senses, Body Prediction, Healing Factor, Enhanced Muscle Development, Multiple Muscles, Super Physique, Maximum Body Usage, Enhanced Motor Skills, Heightened Proprioceptive System, Advanced Flexibility, Immense Health, Super Balance, Superhuman Reaction, Enhanced Fecundity, Multitasking, Ultra Observation,
Videl stood frozen, her back pressed against the jagged remnants of her family's once-mighty mansion, now little more than rubble. Her enhanced senses soaked in every detail, registering each sound with precision. Her father's voice, once filled with bravado, now came out in weak, pained groans as the Androids continued to toy with him. Android 17's cold, detached laugh echoed in the air, sending a chill down Videl's spine. Every muscle in her body was taut, ready to spring into action, but she hesitated. She knew how dangerous these two were. Their power was monstrous—far beyond anything she had ever faced. But Videl wasn't the scared, defenseless girl she once had been.
"Hey, Satan," Android 17 taunted, his voice dripping with disdain. "Are you really the 'Champion of Earth'? You were so weak, that title has to be a joke, right?."
A sickening crack reverberated through the ruins, and Videl's breath caught in her throat. Her father's body hit the ground with a dull thud. Rage surged through her, and she clenched her fists so tightly that her nails dug into her palms. She couldn't take it any longer. From around the corner, Videl saw 18 start toying with her father, her expression cold and indifferent as 17 continued to mock him. It was now or never. Stepping out from the shadows, Videl moved with the precision of a predator, every muscle trained and refined by years of intense training and the skills gifted by the system. Her fists raised, she planted herself between the Androids and her father's broken body.
"Leave my dad alone!" she demanded, her voice steady and cutting through the air like a blade. She knew the moment was fragile, the tension barely held in check. Her sharp eyes locked onto the Androids, and her body tensed, prepared to strike the moment they moved.
Android 18's gaze flicked to her, amusement briefly lighting up her face. "Well, isn't this a surprise? The kid wants to play hero."
Videl didn't respond. Her stance shifted slightly as she readied herself for what was to come. She was strong—far stronger than any human—but she knew the Androids weren't like any other opponent she had faced. She had to rely on her instincts and the powers the system had gifted her. Android 18 took a step forward, sneering. "You really think you can fight me, kid?" Videl didn't hesitate. The moment 18 moved, she sprang into action, her fists flying with deadly precision. Her first strike connected with 18's chest, the impact forcing the Android to stagger back slightly. The fight had begun.
Android 18's eyes flickered with a mix of indifference and amusement as she launched a punch meant to end the fight quickly. But her overconfidence was immediately met with a surprise. Videl reacted in an instant, her instincts, sharpened by years of training, combined with the enhancements of the system. Ultra Observation kicked in, flooding her senses with data. Time seemed to slow as she analyzed every minute detail—Android 18's shoulder twitching, her hips shifting to generate power.
Videl's body moved before the punch even fully formed. She raised her arm, flawlessly blocking the attack. The energy behind 18's punch was absorbed and redirected into the ground with perfect technique. Without missing a beat, Videl spun gracefully, her movements fluid and precise, and delivered a sharp, devastating kick to Android 18's side. The crack of impact echoed through the crumbling ruins, and Android 18 staggered back, her face twisting in irritation. What she had assumed would be an easy victory was turning into a far greater annoyance. Undeterred, Videl pressed forward, moving like a force of nature—fluid, relentless, and impossible to predict. Her combination of the two martial art styles: Tai Chi and Xing Yi Quan allowed her to transition effortlessly between offense and defense, adapting with each strike. Android 18 lashed out with a knee aimed at Videl's gut, but Videl parried it with ease, her hand guiding the attack away with an almost effortless grace. In the same motion, she countered with a flurry of jabs to 18's ribs. Each punch struck with pinpoint accuracy, aimed at her inner organs.
The blows came too fast to counter, and Android 18's amusement vanished completely, replaced by growing frustration. Her jaw tightened, her eyes narrowed in disbelief as she stumbled from a low sweeping kick Videl landed perfectly, sending her momentarily off-balance. This human girl—someone Android 18 had once considered beneath her—was pushing her back, forcing her on the defensive. In a flash of frustration, Android 18 exploded into action, unleashing a savage barrage of punches, kicks, and elbows. Her movements were faster, more aggressive, each strike powerful enough to shatter bones. But Videl, guided by her Ultra Observation, predicted every move. She dodged, deflected, and parried, her body moving with flawless precision. Every block and counter was enhanced by her martial arts—redirecting 18's power back at her like water around a rock.
A hard elbow strike aimed at Videl's head was seamlessly deflected, and Videl followed up with a perfectly timed uppercut that connected with Android 18's chin. The impact was jarring. Android 18 staggered back, blinking in shock. She was no longer merely irritated—now, there was genuine anger in her eyes. Wiping a trickle of blood from the corner of her mouth, she glared at Videl, her amusement gone, replaced by cold rage. Android 18 growled in frustration, her composure cracking for the first time since the battle had begun. She had underestimated the brat, and now she was paying for it. What had initially seemed like an easy victory was turning into a fight she hadn't anticipated. The girl was reading her every move, countering each strike with a terrifying efficiency. It wasn't just skill—there was something unnatural about the way Videl moved, something uncanny in her ability to predict 18's attacks before they even fully formed.
But Videl was far from done. As the battle raged on, her Limits Removed and Maximum Body Usage surged through her, pushing her body beyond human limits. Every fiber of her being was focused on the fight, her enhanced senses tuned to the smallest details. The faintest shift in Android 18's weight, the twitch of a muscle, the rhythm of her breathing—Videl saw it all, processed it, and responded before 18 could even land a blow. Another punch from Android 18 came fast and hard, aimed directly at Videl's head. But Videl saw it coming a mile away. She caught the punch mid-swing, the impact reverberating through her arm, but she didn't flinch. Instead, she yanked 18 forward and delivered a brutal knee strike into her abdomen. The sickening thud that followed forced Android 18 to double over in pain—something that rarely happened, even with her near-invincible body.
Without hesitation, Videl spun on her heel, her movements fluid like water, and unleashed a powerful roundhouse kick. The blow sent Android 18 skidding across the ground, debris flying as her body tore through the rubble. A deep trench scarred the earth where 18 had been thrown, and for a brief moment, everything went still. For the first time in the fight, it was clear that the tide had turned. Videl was no longer simply holding her own—she was dominating. Every move was precise, calculated, and devastating. Her technique was flawless, her strikes perfectly timed, her dodges effortless. Android 18 was on the receiving end of a masterclass in martial arts.
Videl's breath came in steady, measured bursts, her eyes never leaving Android 18's form as the dust settled around them. Her body was beginning to feel the toll of the fight, but it didn't matter. Her enhanced physique allowed her to push far beyond normal human endurance. The pain was there, but it was distant—an afterthought compared to her singular focus: victory.
Android 18 pulled herself up from the rubble, her expression a mixture of disbelief and fury. She hadn't been seriously injured—her android body was far too durable for that—but the fact that Videl had forced her to this point was nothing short of humiliating. No human should have been able to push her this far. Wiping the blood from her lip, Android 18's eyes narrowed, now filled with cold, simmering rage. "You little—" she began, her voice low and dangerous. But before she could finish, Videl was on her again, her many skills pushing her beyond even Android 18's expectations. Videl gave her no time to recover. She was a blur of motion, each punch landing with the force of a hammer, every blow reverberating through 18's body. Videl's relentless assault was driving her back, pushing her onto the defensive.
A sharp jab to the solar plexus caused Android 18 to stagger, her composure slipping further. Videl followed up with a powerful kick to the side of 18's head, the impact nearly knocking the Android off her feet. The battlefield echoed with the sound of each strike, a testament to Videl's unnatural power. For the first time, Android 18 was fully on the defensive, reacting instead of attacking. The once-cold, precise movements were replaced by hurried, desperate blocks and parries. Videl's relentless onslaught was overwhelming, forcing Android 18 to fall back again and again. But Videl knew one thing for certain: she couldn't stop. Not for a second.
Videl stood tall, her chest heaving with exhaustion but her resolve still unbroken. She had pushed Android 18 to the edge, her precision, skill, and relentless attack forcing the once-confident Android onto the defensive. Each breath felt like a small victory. The blood trickling from the corner of 18's mouth was proof that Videl had landed some real damage. Android 18, who had once toyed with her, now looked at her with cold fury and simmering hatred. Videl could feel the battle nearing its climax, the culmination of all her training and newfound strength. But just as she prepared to press forward and land the final blow, a strange shift in the air caught her attention. It was subtle, almost imperceptible, but her heightened senses detected it instantly.
Something was wrong.
Before she could fully process the danger, her instincts screamed at her. "Behind you!" Her body moved to react, muscles tensing as she turned, but the warning had come a fraction too late. In the reflection of the shattered glass scattered across the ground, Videl saw him—Android 17. He had been watching the battle from a distance, a silent predator waiting for the perfect moment to strike. His eyes gleamed with cold amusement as his arm extended, fingers crackling with those strange lights.
Time seemed to slow as Android 17 unleashed an energy blast aimed directly at her back. The glowing orb of destructive power sped through the air with terrifying speed. Videl's enhanced reflexes kicked in, and she spun desperately, trying to dodge. But she wasn't fast enough. The blast clipped her right shoulder, and a searing pain tore through her body. The force of the impact sent her stumbling forward, her once-flawless stance broken. Her vision blurred from the pain, and the blackened flesh on her shoulder throbbed as if on fire. She gritted her teeth, struggling to stay on her feet, but her balance wavered. The agony clouded her senses, the pain screaming louder than the warning her mind was trying to process.
It was all Android 18 needed.
Seizing the moment of vulnerability, Android 18's eyes flashed with savage intent. Her lips curled into a wicked grin as she lunged toward Videl, her body moving with brutal efficiency. Videl barely had time to react before Android 18's knee drove into her midsection. The blow hit like a freight train, knocking the air from Videl's lungs with a sickening thud. Her body folded over 18's knee, and for a brief moment, the world spun around her. She gasped for breath, but there was no time to recover. Android 18 followed up immediately, driving her fist into Videl's face with terrifying precision. The punch landed with devastating force, snapping Videl's head to the side. Stars exploded behind her eyes as her vision blurred further, the pain radiating through her skull.
Videl stumbled back, her arms instinctively flailing in an attempt to stay upright. Her body screamed in protest with every movement, her muscles heavy and sluggish from the relentless assault. But Android 18 was far from done. As Videl fought to regain her footing, 18's boot slammed into her chest, driving her into the ground with crushing force. The impact sent another wave of agony through her body, and she coughed violently, tasting the metallic tang of blood in her mouth. She tried to push herself up, but the pain in her shoulder and chest merged into one overwhelming pulse of torment.
Another savage kick struck her in the ribs, sending her sprawling across the battlefield. Videl's body skidded through the rubble, dust and debris flying in all directions. Her once-dominant stance had been shattered, and now she was struggling just to stay conscious. Videl fought against the black spots dancing at the edge of her vision, gasping for breath as her battered body screamed at her to stop. She forced herself onto her knees, her breathing ragged, but before she could stand, the ground beneath her trembled.
Through her blurred vision, she saw Android 17 standing over her, his expression cold and indifferent. His lips curled into a sneer as he delivered a sharp kick to her side, sending her flying once again. The pain exploded through her ribs, and she clutched her side instinctively, gasping for air as the agony took hold.
"Did you forget about me?" 17 asked, his voice dripping with mockery.
Before Videl could respond, he kicked her again, sending her sprawling on the ground, her body aching from the relentless punishment. The sharp pain made her vision swim, and she gasped for air, trying to gather enough strength to get back on her feet. As she lay there, struggling to breathe, she heard the sound of slow, deliberate footsteps. Android 18 approached from the opposite side, her expression cold, her eyes filled with contempt.
The twins were working together now, perfectly in sync. They circled her like wolves around wounded prey, calculating and cruel. Videl tried to push herself up, her arms shaking with the effort, but before she could rise, Android 17 was on her again. His foot pressed down hard on her back, pinning her to the ground with unrelenting force. The cold, unyielding pressure sent a fresh wave of pain through her battered body, forcing a strangled gasp from her lips.
"You were a lot better than I thought you would be," Android 17 said, his voice oozing with condescension. "For a human, you're pretty strong. Too strong. If you were part of Goku's crew, they might actually have stood a chance against us."
From above, Android 18 stood, her fists clenched. "Annoying little brat!" she admitted, wiping the blood from her lip. "I'm going to enjoy killing you."
Videl's body ached, every muscle burning with fatigue, but she refused to give up. She tried to rise, her body trembling with the effort, but Android 17's boot kept her firmly pressed to the ground.
"Still fighting?" 17 taunted, reaching into his jacket. His movements were slow and deliberate as he pulled out a small, unassuming handgun.
Videl's breath caught in her throat. In this world of superhuman strength and those strange light attacks, the simple handgun seemed out of place—cold, clinical, and terrifying. Without a word, Android 17 crouched down and shoved the gun into her trembling hand. The cold metal felt alien in her palm, its weight pulling her deeper into despair. Android 18 moved behind her, wrenching her arms back with iron strength, forcing Videl to face the scene before her.
"Let her get a good look at him," 18 said, her voice devoid of emotion.
Videl struggled weakly, her body spent. Her eyes locked onto the broken form of her father, lying motionless on the ground ahead. Hercule Satan, once the proud "Champion of Earth," barely clung to life. His breaths were shallow, his body limp. Blood soaked the ground beneath him. Tears welled in Videl's eyes, her body trembling with shock and horror. She tried to resist, to fight back, but Android 18's grip was unyielding.
"Go ahead," 17 whispered into her ear, his voice dripping with cruelty. "Do it."
Videl's hands shook violently as she stared down at her father. Her heart raced, her mind screaming at her to let go, to drop the gun, but she couldn't. Her muscles tensed, but they wouldn't obey. Videl's hands trembled violently as she stared down at her father's broken body. Every fiber of her being screamed for her to let go of the gun, to drop it, to stop this nightmare. But she couldn't. Her muscles had betrayed her, locking in place as if they were no longer her own. The cold metal of the gun pressed against her palm, its weight anchoring her to the horror unfolding before her eyes.
"I won't," she gasped, her voice shaky and weak. "I won't do it…"
Hercule's bloodied face tilted up toward her, his eyes half-closed, barely able to focus. Despite his battered state, he tried to force a smile, though it was strained and filled with pain.
"Videl..." Hercule wheezed, his voice hoarse and barely audible. "Sweetheart… You've always been my everything… I love you girl…"
Tears stung Videl's eyes, blurring her vision as she looked down at her father, her heart breaking with every shallow breath he took. She couldn't breathe, the weight of the gun too much, the pressure from 17's grip suffocating.
"But I… I can't…" Videl sobbed, choking on her words. Her hands shook more violently, but the Android's grip tightened, his fingers cold and unrelenting.
"Of course, you can," Android 17 purred, his voice dripping with mockery. "After all, you're the daughter of Earth's great 'champion,' right? You're supposed to be a hero. Heroes make the tough calls." He leaned in closer, his lips curling into a sadistic smile. "Or are you just as pathetic as he is?"
Videl's eyes flickered toward Android 18, who stood behind her, holding her arms in an iron grip. 18's face gleamed with amusement.
"Just like him," Android 18 said, her voice calm, almost bored. "Weak. Cowardly. All talk."
Hercule groaned, coughing as he tried to lift his head, though his body barely moved. "You leave… her… alone…" he rasped, his voice cracking under the strain. Android 17 laughed, a sharp, cruel sound that echoed in the silence. "Look at him," he sneered, gesturing toward Hercule with a mocking flourish. "Still trying to be the world's champ, even now. It's pathetic, really." His gaze shifted back to Videl, his smile widening. "Go on, Videl. Put him out of his misery."
"No… please…" Videl whimpered, her body trembling under the weight of what was happening. "I won't… I can't…"
Android 17's smile vanished, replaced by a look of cold impatience. His hand tightened around hers, forcing her trembling finger closer to the trigger.
"You're going to do it, Videl," he said softly, his voice now devoid of humor. "You're going to pull that trigger because you don't have a choice."
"I-I… can't…" Videl's voice cracked as fresh tears streamed down her cheeks. "Please…"
Hercule coughed again, his body shuddering with the effort. "Videl…"
"Stronger?" Android 18 chimed in, her voice icy and mocking. "She's barely holding on. She's weak, just like you." She leaned in closer to Videl, her lips twisting into a cruel smirk. "He failed. You failed. And now… you're going to kill him."
Hercule's bloodshot eyes flickered toward his daughter, and for a brief moment, there was a flicker of sadness, an unspoken plea. Android 17 rolled his eyes. "Touching," he sneered. "But we're done here." Videl's sobs grew louder, her entire body shaking as Android 17's grip tightened, forcing her hand into position.
"Do it," 17 urged again, his voice colder now, all traces of amusement gone. "Or I'll do it for you."
Videl's heart raced in her chest, each beat a desperate, painful thud as her breaths became short and ragged. Her mind screamed for her to stop, to fight back, but her strength was gone. She was broken. Her muscles strained under Android 17's control, her hand trembling as it inched closer to the trigger. Tears blurred her vision, but she could still see her father—his body broken, his breaths labored, but his eyes filled with love and sadness.
"Videl…" Hercule whispered, his voice barely audible now. "I love you… no matter what…"
Videl's heart shattered, the weight of her father's words tearing her apart. "I'm sorry," she choked out between sobs. "I'm so sorry…" Android 17's hand pressed down harder, his voice a whisper now, chilling and final. "Finish it." With one final push, 17 forced Videl's trembling finger to squeeze the trigger.
BANG.
The sound of the gunshot echoed through the ruins, loud and deafening. The recoil jerked Videl's arm back, and she gasped, her entire body convulsing from the shock. She watched in horror as her father's body jolted, his eyes wide with surprise before they slowly glazed over, the flicker of life extinguished in an instant.
"No… no…" Videl whispered, her voice barely audible as her father's body fell limp.
The gun slipped from her fingers, clattering to the ground with a hollow thud. Videl's legs gave out beneath her, and she collapsed to her knees, her entire body trembling uncontrollably. Tears streamed down her face, her sobs coming in ragged gasps as she stared at her father's lifeless form. Android 17 stood up, dusting off his hands as if the entire ordeal had been nothing more than a mild inconvenience. He looked down at Videl, his expression one of boredom now.
"That was fun!" he laughed with his head back.
Android 18 released her hold on Videl, letting her fall fully to the ground. The two Androids turned away without another glance, their footsteps echoing as they walked away from the broken girl they had left in the rubble while laughing all the while. Videl knelt there, sobbing uncontrollably, her hands gripping the blood-soaked earth where her father now lay. Her chest heaved with the effort of each sob, the pain overwhelming her, suffocating her. She had failed him. She couldn't protect him. She had pulled the trigger.
The Androids had won.
As they disappeared into the distance, their mocking laughter faded into the wind, but the weight of their cruelty lingered, pressing down on Videl's shattered heart. And as she knelt there, surrounded by the ruins of her life, her father's final words echoed in her mind, a cruel reminder of what she had lost.
"I love you…"
Then her entire world turned into a bright light but everything turned dark quickly after.