Two days later—
"Yuujin, the bombs inside Dark Android 17 and Dark Android 18 have been removed."
"Also, the controller to control them is ready."
In the laboratory, Dark Android 17 and Dark Android 18 lay inside two hibernation pods. Bulma, dressed in a white lab coat, handed a newly made controller to Yuujin.
"As expected of my Bulma, you've solved it so quickly."
"How do I use this thing?"
After praising Bulma, Yuujin asked.
"Just like this…"
Bulma explained the controller to Yuujin, and he quickly understood.
The controller Bulma made had two main buttons. One could shut down Dark Android 17 and Dark Android 18's bodily functions, putting them into a deep sleep, while the other could interfere with their internal energy, restricting their movements.
When Dr. Gero originally created Android 17 and Android 18, he installed a mechanism inside their bodies that could be activated to shut them down in an emergency. Bulma had simply used that mechanism to create a new controller.
However, the function to restrict their movements was entirely Bulma's own creation.
Like the Android 17 and Android 18 of this world, Dark Android 17 and Dark Android 18 possessed infinite energy. However, this power didn't truly belong to them—it came from the perpetual energy reactors Dr. Gero had installed in their bodies.
Although the perpetual energy reactors had become one with their bodies, and no one else could control this power, it was still possible to influence it through certain means.
Based on this principle, Bulma had also installed a small mechanism inside Dark Android 17 and Dark Android 18. Activating this mechanism could interfere with their energy flow, weakening their power and even controlling their movements.
"So, how about it? Pretty clever, right?"
Tilting her head proudly, Bulma wore a smug expression.
Yuujin couldn't help but chuckle inwardly. He knew Bulma was trying to one-up Dr. Gero.
In truth, all they needed was the function to shut down Dark Android 17 and Dark Android 18 at any time. But Bulma had gone the extra mile to add a function that could restrict their movements, simply to prove that she could do whatever Dr. Gero could do—and that her scientific prowess was no less than his.
Bulma often said that Gokumi acted like a child, but she wasn't much better herself!
"Of course! Our Lady Bulma is the smartest, most beautiful genius scientist in the entire universe!"
Suppressing a laugh, Yuujin played along, and Bulma, delighted, grew even more smug. Her cute little nose practically pointed to the sky.
"Now, let's test if it works."
Yuujin had someone open Dark Android 17's hibernation pod, then pressed the controller's button. Instantly, Dark Android 17, who had been asleep, opened his eyes.
"Go to hell!!!"
With a furious and twisted expression, Dark Android 17 lunged at Yuujin, ready to attack.
Several Red Silk Girls flashed into existence, shielding Yuujin. Unfazed, Yuujin pressed another button on the controller.
"Ahhh!!!"
Dark Android 17's attack halted mid-motion as he screamed and collapsed to the ground.
Feeling his energy surge uncontrollably within his body, Dark Android 17 was both shocked and furious. His face turned pale from the intense pain.
"What did you do to me?!"
Realizing that these people had tampered with his body, Dark Android 17 demanded angrily.
But Yuujin had no intention of answering. He pressed the shutdown button, and Dark Android 17's eyes closed as he fell to the ground, returning to a deep sleep.
"This is really convenient. With this controller, they won't be able to defy us anymore."
"Bulma, make a few hundred more of these controllers."
Yuujin couldn't help but praise her, then made the request.
Rolling her eyes, Bulma felt a bit exasperated. A few backups would suffice—why so many? Still, it wasn't a big deal, so she instructed her assistants to start production.
Now that they had a way to control Dark Android 17 and Dark Android 18, Yuujin began considering how to deal with them.
He had already decided that Dark Android 18 would stay at the temple for him to personally train. However, Dark Android 17 didn't need to remain here.
After some thought, Yuujin quickly came up with an idea.
"Snake Princess, have the surveillance room locate Android 16 and Android 17."
"Yes, Master."
…
Whoosh… whoosh…
Under a clear blue sky, waves continuously crashed onto the beach before receding.
This was a remote island deep in the ocean, far from human civilization.
The island was lush and vibrant, covered in dense forests teeming with wildlife.
"Roar!!!!!"
At one point, a deafening roar echoed across the island as two massive dinosaurs clashed in the forest.
They rammed and bit at each other, brutally crushing and snapping trees. Nearby animals fled in terror.
The two titans were locked in a fierce battle, roaring and snarling, each intent on killing the other.
But then—
"No fighting."
A figure descended from the sky, landing between the two dinosaurs.
Tall and imposing, clad in green armor—it was Android 16!
Though the two dinosaurs were dozens of times larger than Android 16, the moment they saw him, their rage vanished. They immediately lay down, wagging their tails like obedient huskies.
"Be good and get along. Go back now."
With a gentle smile, Android 16 spoke.
As if understanding his words, the two dinosaurs quickly scrambled away, their movements surprisingly agile.
"Android 16, you're really too kind. The way you treat these animals makes me wonder if you're even an android like us."
Carrying a rifle over his shoulder, Android 17 emerged from the forest.
Android 16 didn't respond, simply watching the dinosaurs disappear into the distance.
Used to Android 16's silent nature, Android 17 wasn't surprised.
Compared to humans, Android 16 seemed more suited to living with animals. It made Android 17 wonder how Dr. Gero had programmed him this way.
After being defeated by Yuujin, Android 16 had come to live on this island. Android 17 had initially gone out to explore but soon grew bored and joined Android 16 here.
Every day, they interacted with the island's animals, drove away poachers, and protected the wildlife. Sometimes, they even had to mediate fights between animals. Android 17 felt like they had become the island's animal caretakers.
Though it was all a bit ridiculous, after some time, Android 17 found this peaceful life surprisingly enjoyable.
"Android 16, let's call it a day and head back."
Android 17 said, and Android 16 nodded.
Near the top of the island's mountain stood a house built by Android 16. Android 17 had expanded it after arriving, and it had become their home.
However, when they returned to their little wooden house, both Android 16 and Android 17 were stunned. Yuujin and Android 18 stood in front of their house, seemingly having waited for them for some time…
To be continued…
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