"Yuujin, we're all set."
Each of the women accompanying Bulma packed their essentials into capsules, gathering around Yuujin, ready to depart.
Yuujin nodded, then glanced over at Mai and Princess Snake:
"Mai, once we leave, you'll handle company matters."
"Princess Snake, take this time to learn from Mai."
"Yes, Master."
Mai, naturally, had no objections to Yuujin's orders and responded respectfully. However, Princess Snake was a bit reluctant.
"Master, can't I come with you? I don't want to learn how to manage some company."
Clinging to Yuujin's arm and playfully rubbing herself against him, she tried to persuade him, nearly making Yuujin relent.
However, after thinking it over, Yuujin firmly shook his head.
"No."
Although he was a bit unwilling to part with his charming, alluring, and playful pet, they were short-staffed at the moment. Bulma and Tights were all going with him to visit Master Roshi. Leaving Mai alone to handle the company was a bit much, but with Princess Snake and her maids helping, it would ease the load.
Also, Yuujin, as the true President and CEO of Dragon Ball Corporation, wanted Princess Snake to learn some management skills. She could then serve as his secretary, allowing them to indulge in some fun office "role-playing" from time to time.
Of course, he would never say this out loud...
"Alright then..."
Unable to go against Yuujin's will, Princess Snake finally gave in.
Seeing Princess Snake's reluctant expression, Bulma felt a bit smug.
Hmph, that snake spirit dared to seduce my Yuujin. We're going on a trip, and she'll be stuck here working hard!
Oh wait, she's not a fox spirit—she's a snake spirit!
Bulma, of course, knew from Yuujin that Princess Snake was the deity of the Snake Way and prided herself as the most beautiful woman in the underworld. But Bulma wasn't intimidated!
With everything settled, Yuujin, Bulma, and the others bid farewell to Mrs. Briefs, then summoned the Black Flying Nimbus and Nimbus Cloud, flying off into the sky...
Location: A small island in the southern sea
Under the blazing sun, Master Roshi, Grandpa Gohan, and the Ox-King lounged on beach chairs enjoying shaved ice. Meanwhile, two figures were locked in an intense battle on the nearby ocean surface—Yamcha and Krillin!
"Oh yeah yeah yeah!!!"
Exchanging punches and kicks with incredible speed, their movements left afterimages with each dodge and attack.
After training with Master Roshi for over a year, both Yamcha and Krillin had grown significantly stronger. They had both made it to the top ranks of Earth martial artists, even reaching the top eight in the recent World Martial Arts Tournament.
"Wolf Fang Fist!"
Leaping dozens of meters into the air, Yamcha shot down at Krillin with impressive speed.
The Wolf Fang Fist was a move Yamcha developed, mimicking a wolf's quick attacks. Its power was no joke, and Krillin, having sparred with Yamcha countless times, knew it all too well.
With no time to dodge, Krillin crossed his arms defensively, bracing for impact.
Bam bam bam bam bam!!!
Knowing Krillin was a strong opponent, Yamcha didn't hold back, landing hundreds of kicks on Krillin in a single burst.
Screaming in pain, Krillin's small body was flung across the water, skimming the surface like a skipping stone.
"Hahaha!"
"How was that, Krillin?"
Yamcha laughed, looking proud as Krillin fell into the distant ocean.
Having left behind his past as a rogue, Yamcha's confidence had grown alongside his strength.
"Oh wow, way to go, Lord Yamcha!"
Puar cheered loudly, while Master Roshi, Grandpa Gohan, the Ox-King, and Oolong continued enjoying their shaved ice, unfazed by the scene.
The fight concluded, and as Yamcha began to relax, he suddenly heard a loud splash from the ocean. Krillin jumped up from the water, forming a radiant energy ball between his hands.
"Kamehameha!!!"
"Oh no!"
Yamcha's face fell, and he instinctively tried to dodge.
But it was too late!
"Kamehameha!"
Krillin locked onto Yamcha, unleashing the energy wave.
Sizzle...
Boom!!!
Yamcha was hit directly, engulfed in a cloud of dust as he cried out in pain.
"Lord Yamcha!"
"Not bad, that Krillin has improved quite a bit," Master Roshi and Grandpa Gohan remarked.
Krillin had only recently learned the Kamehameha Wave. Though he could barely pull it off, it was still powerful enough to lay out a careless Yamcha for the rest of the day.
"Hah...hah..."
"I... I won... I finally won..."
"Yes! Yes!!!"
Panting heavily, Krillin looked over at Yamcha lying in the distance, then down at his own hands, unable to contain his excitement as he jumped in celebration.
Though they had sparred countless times, Yamcha often had the upper hand. Krillin had even lost to him in the semifinals of the last tournament, which left him determined to improve.
While luck played a big part, Krillin had finally beaten Yamcha!
Clap clap clap!!!
The sound of applause rang out as Yuujin and the women descended from the sky.
"M-Master Yuujin?"
Seeing them, Krillin rubbed his eyes in disbelief.
"Well done, Krillin. You've improved a lot after a year of training with Master Roshi."
Landing on the beach, Yuujin offered his praise.
In fact, they had arrived a while ago but waited for Krillin and Yamcha to finish their match before showing themselves.
"M-Master Yuujin, I...I..."
Realizing he wasn't imagining things, Krillin quickly ran over, flustered by the praise.
Having always looked up to Yuujin as a mentor, Krillin felt both proud and emotional upon receiving such encouragement.
Instinctively, Yuujin almost reached to pat Krillin's bald head but stopped himself—it wasn't very fitting to do that with him, as Krillin wasn't some cute little girl.
Shifting his gaze, Yuujin looked over at Yamcha, who was still lying on the ground...
To be continued...
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