"It seems Tien was ambushed ".
Seeing the only clothes left behind everyone understood that Kairos is right .
Krillin with scared look , " Guys I think we should stay together and search for Cell"
"No,... I don't think Cell still hiding here , he may have run away " Kairos instantly denied Krillin word .
Goku with confused but serious look asked " Senior Brother where do you think he may have gone ?"
"Cell will either continue going to various cities or else ....."
seeing Kairos pausing , Krillin asked "Or else..? What!"
Seeing everyone serious expression, I spoke with much hesitation " Toward the Androids"
Hearing this everyone narrows their eyes except Goku who was confused .
"Whoa, I totally forgot! Dr. Brief did say something about it that Cell was incomplete and if he absorb Android 17 and 18 , he will be complete " Krillin with each word showed scared expression on his face .
Hearing this an unsettling silence fell over the group ,
" Android 18 is in my house while Android 17 and 16 may have left .
You all should look for Android 17 and 16 , you may find Cell .
While I go home to keep an eye on 18 " seeing the heavy atmosphere Kairos tried to lighten it .
"Enough of this idle chatter! We waste precious time discussing possibilities.
Cell's intentions are clear: he seeks power. Androids 17 and 18 are the key.
I'll find Cell and destroy him, no matter the cost.
The rest of you, follow or stay behind - it matters not to me." Vegeta seeing the situation he told arrogantly and flew away in search of Android 17 .
Trunk seeing his father flying away called for his father .
"Father wait ; you can't stop Cell without Goku " .
Hearing this everyone expression changed and they hurriedly distanced from Trunk .
Trunk then saw a Ki blast coming towards his him , he hurriedly used his arm to block the blast .
BooOOOM~
The dust cleared and they saw Trunk without any harm , although Vegeta attacked but didn't throw the Ki bomb with his full power , just to warn Trunk .
---
"Don't you dare compare me with Goku, Trunks! My power, my skill, my pride – all surpass that low-class warrior. I will not be mentioned in the same breath as him."
Trunks took a step back, sensing the intensity of his father's emotions.
"But, Father, I didn't mean—"
"Silence!" Vegeta's voice boomed. "You will not defend Goku to me , if you are really my son .
I am the Prince of Saiyans, the strongest of our kind. Sooner or later I will defeat Goku ."
"Vegeta, that's enough. This isn't about pride or comparisons. It's about stopping Cell."
Vegeta's gaze snapped towards Piccolo, his expression twisting in disdain.
"Stay out of this, Namekian. This is a family matter. And don't think for a moment that if you are a friend of Kakarot you're worthy to talk with me ."
Krillin and the others watched anxiously, sensing the escalating tension.
Trunks, however, stood firm as he has heared from his mother that although his father is strong but Goku always protected everyone .
"Father, please listen. We need to work together to defeat Cell. Goku's strength—"
"Enough!" Vegeta's ki flared, causing Trunks to distance back.
"I will not be swayed by your words, Trunks. I will defeat Cell alone, and prove my superiority to the world."
Saying this Vegeta flew away .
"What ?? ..
I won't stop him if he want to get beaten everytime " seeing everyone looking at me , I says with helpless shruggle expression. (┐( ˘_˘)┌)
Krillin shaking his head says silently "I don't know why but I feel Vegeta has Masochh.. "
"Ops!!" He hurriedly closed his mouth in fear if anyone heared it .
Although others didn't hear it but Piccolo and Kairos heared it and both of them agreed in their mind with a nod.
....
" Guys , I am going . You guys also search for 17 and keep an eye on him .
Cell will definitely appear "
Kairos saying this teleported back to home .
----
Kairos then appeared on the sky above his house .
Looking down at his house --
" This house feel a little small , I think for future I should buy a better looking grand mansion " saying this Kairos landed on the ground and opened the door .
As Kairos entered his house, he was greeted by the warm glow of the television illuminating the living room. The sound of lively cartoon music and childish laughter filled the air, a stark contrast to the intense atmosphere he had just left behind.
He closed the door behind him and walked into the living room, his eyes scanning the space. The TV was tuned to a popular cartoon channel, with colorful characters dancing and playing on the screen. The volume was set to a comfortable level, and the room was bathed in a cozy, relaxed atmosphere.
Kairos's gaze shifted to the couch, where Android 18 sat, her eyes fixed on the TV with a hint of a smile. She seemed completely absorbed in the cartoon, her usual serious demeanor softened.
The room was tidy, with no signs of disarray or disturbance. Everything seemed peaceful, a normal family scene, except for the fact that Android 18, a powerful artificial being, sat in his living room, watching cartoons.
Kairos's expression softened, and he couldn't help but chuckle at the surreal scene. He shook his head, thinking, "Only in my life would I find an Android enjoying cartoons."
He walked further into the room, his presence announcing his arrival. Android 18 turned to face him, her smile widening.
"Welcome back, Kairos," she said, her voice gentle. "I was keeping myself entertained."
Kairos smiled, feeling a sense of relief wash over him. "I see that," he replied, nodding towards the TV. "Enjoying the show?"
Android 18 nodded, her eyes sparkling with amusement. "It's... interesting. Human entertainment is so... diverse.
When I was kid , I used to watch a show of , Cat running after a mouse , now there are variety of shows ."
Kairos laughed, sitting down beside her on the couch. "Yes, we humans have our quirks.
And it seems you settled nicely "
"Yeah .. but don't forget that you promised to let me leave after 3 months " 18 says nonchalantly.
"Yeah ,yeah " saying this Kairos walked towards his room .
After closing the door , he headed towards the bathroom, the warmth of the shower beckoning him .
Stepping into the shower , the warm water enveloped him , washing away the tension and fatigue.