Encountering Android 18 Again

As Dende's special power flowed into the Shenron's model.

The model of the Shenron shone with golden light, and then the entire model seemed to come alive, transforming into a golden dragon that soared into the sky.

The dragon's might surged, causing ripples to spread through the space, and the entire Kami's Lookout trembled under this astonishing dragon's might.

The model of the Dragon God transformed into a golden Shenron, then shattered into seven golden rays that scattered to different corners of the earth.

Before long, the Kami's Lookout returned to its usual tranquility.

"Is that all it takes to restore the Dragon Ball?" Bulma leaned closer and asked Dende.

"Theoretically speaking, it should be restored. I also made a small upgrade to Shenron. I need to collect Dragon Ball and then summon Shenron to confirm whether my upgrade was successful," Dende replied obediently.

Hearing this, Bulma blinked even more curiously. What kind of upgrade could Dende be talking about?

Did the Shenron's wish-granting limit increase, or... did the number of wishes granted increase? After all, Porunga of Namek Planet could grant three wishes.

"In that case, let's not delay. Let's go back to the West City to get the Dragon Ball Radar, and then find the Dragon Ball to summon Shenron to test it out," Talot said.

He was also very interested, after all, in his timeline, Earth's Shenron had not yet been strengthened.

"Let's go then." Bulma had barely finished speaking when Talot shook his head slightly.

"Wait for me here. Tell me where the Dragon Ball Radar is, and I'll find the Dragon Ball as quickly as possible to save the most time."

Bulma thought it made sense. Since the final wish-making location would be at Kami's Lookout anyway, instead of going through all the trouble of making the trip, it would be better to stay at Kami's Lookout and wait. After all, with Talot's abilities, it shouldn't take long to collect all the Dragon Ball. So she said, "The Dragon Ball Radar is in the desk drawer of the research room next to the master bedroom. You should know that, right?"

"If the habits are the same and the arrangement hasn't changed, I should know where you put it. I'll take my leave now, see you in a bit." After Talot finished speaking to Bulma, he nodded to Popo and Dende. Then, with a thought, he used Instant Transmission again, returning directly from the Kami's Lookout to his home in the West City Capital.

Future Trunks is currently sitting on the sofa, waiting for Talot and Bulma to return.

Upon sensing Talot's presence, Future Trunks was startled and quickly stood up, looking towards the source of the aura.

He smiled after confirming that Talot had returned.

"Mr. Talot, you're back," Future Trunks said to Talot.

"Well, you've waited for me here specifically, so there must be something else you want to say. You can be frank with whatever you want to say, there's no need to hide anything." Talot saw the Future Trunks's dilemma.

Upon hearing this, Future Trunks boldly voiced his thoughts, even bowing respectfully to Talot to express his determination.

"To be honest, I would like to ask you to guide me in my training so that I can obtain power Beyond Super Saiyan!"

"I see. I thought it was something serious. I can tell you're worried. Are you worried that I won't teach you because you spoke rudely to me yesterday? You don't need to think that way. To me, you're still just a junior. And the fact that you have this determination means you already have the idea of becoming stronger and going back to end the chaos of the future! That's great. At least you have the awareness to stand on your own and will become incredibly powerful."

Seeing that Future Trunks' attitude was very sincere, Talot did not make things difficult for him and decided to lend a hand.

After all, the fragmented future world is truly cruel, and it's remarkable that the Future Trunks have managed to survive until now.

"I can teach you! But all I can teach you is the method. In my opinion, your best teacher should be your father, Vegeta," Talot added, seeing Trunks getting excited.

"You mean... that I and my father should train with you to Beyond Super Saiyan?!" Future Trunks asked doubtfully.

These words caused Talot to look slightly taken aback.

However, it's fine if he thinks that way, since he can indeed give Vegeta some pointers later.

"Training with Vegeta will be twice as effective. With the method I provide, you can train in the Hyperbolic Time Chamber. Inside, one day outside is equivalent to one year inside. If you want to become stronger quickly, that place is the best training ground for you and Vegeta." Talot revealed the information about the Hyperbolic Time Chamber.

Upon hearing the suggestion, Future Trunks was taken aback.

One day outside is equivalent to one year inside. For those who crave rapid advancement, this is a treasure trove of cultivation! It completely makes up for the time constraint.

If we can increase our power in a very short time, and then return to the future world to defeat the Androids and Cell, the crisis in the future world can be resolved.

"Don't be too happy yet. The Hyperbolic Time Chamber is not as simple as you think. Not only is the environment inside harsh, but a person can only cultivate inside for two years in their lifetime. Once that time is exceeded, the exit will disappear, and you will be trapped in the other dimension forever. Unless you are powerful enough to tear a gap in the other dimension, you will never be able to get out," Talot said.

Trunks was slightly taken aback upon hearing this; he hadn't expected such a restriction.

"Thank you for your guidance. What should I do next, Uncle Talot?" Future Trunks thanked Talot and then asked, changing his address from "sir" to "uncle."

That kid knows what's good for him and knows how to behave.

"Go find your father, Vegeta, then go to Kami's Lookout. I will guide you there on how to break through, and then you can enter the Hyperbolic Time Chamber." With that, Talot turned and headed towards the laboratory.

Upon hearing this, Trunks immediately began to sense the presence.

He needed to share this news with his father as quickly as possible.

After Trunks left, Talot found the Dragon Ball Radar used it to find out the location where the seven Dragon Ball were scattered.

For anyone else, it would take at least several hours to collect all the Dragon Ball in a short period of time.

Just like Son Goku searching for the Dragon Ball in the original story.

But for Talot, who has mastered the Space Power, finding the seven Dragon Ball in a short time is a piece of cake.

After determining the direction and distance of the nearest Dragon Ball, Talot immediately used Instant Transmission to disappear from the room.

At this moment, in a suburban park in South City.

The trio of Androids, who were aimlessly wandering in the human city, happened to come here as their place of refuge.

The long period of slumber and the rapid pace of modern society have made them feel uncomfortable. They want to integrate but feel out of place. To fully adapt, they need a long period of reflection.

Just as the three were about to set off for the next town, a golden light descended from the sky and landed in a corner of the park.

All three were drawn to the bead at the same time. As they got closer, Android 18 was the first to spot the glittering bead.

It is an orange sphere with seven orange five-pointed stars embedded inside.

This sphere is the Seven-Star Dragon Ball.

"This ball... looks quite special." Android 18 bent down to pick up the Seven-Star Dragon Ball and examined it carefully in his hand.

Her intuition told her that this bead was extraordinary.

Android 17, who was watching from the side, was just about to speak...

'Whoosh!'

Suddenly, a whooshing sound came from in front of them.

Talot happened to appear.

The group exchanged glances, staring at each other intently.

"It's you!" Android 17 looked wary, while Android 16 appeared calm on the surface, but had actually prepared for the worst.

"It's the three of you? What a coincidence," Talot said, slightly surprised.

Using Instant Transmission based on the location of the Dragon Ball, I unexpectedly ran into Android 18 and his two companions here. It was quite a coincidence.

Most importantly, the Dragon Ball are currently in Android 18's hands.

Android 18 blinked her beautiful eyes. Although she was extremely surprised by Talot's sudden arrival, she noticed that Talot's gaze was focused on the beads in his hand.

Before she could ask, Talot bluntly asked, "Could you give me the Dragon Ball you have?"

"So this thing is called Dragon Ball? I knew this ball was something special." Android 18 said, looking at the Seven-Star Dragon Ball in his hand.

Talot appeared here not for them, but for the Dragon Ball.

Although we don't know what the Dragon Ball are, since she has them, that's a different story.

Even though Talot is very powerful, you can't just openly steal him, can you?

She found it first.

"What's the use of these Dragon Ball? Why would someone as important as you come looking for them?" Android 18 asked boldly.

These words made Android 16 and Android 17 look even more serious.

They were afraid that Talot would get angry because Android 18 asked too many questions.

Their strength absolutely crushes theirs.

When asked by Android 18, Talot did not shy away from the question and simply explained the origin and function of the Dragon Ball.

Collecting all seven Dragon Ball allows one to summon Shenron and make a wish. He is currently searching for the Dragon Ball and conducting tests. Incidentally, he also mentioned that the Former Kami fused with Piccolo to become Piccolo, so the Dragon Ball were resurrected by the new Kami.

When Piccolo was mentioned, the three of them quickly recalled their past experiences and recounted them.

Talot was surprised that Piccolo had contacted them.

That guy actually did something like that.

I don't know if it's good or bad.

"So, you can make a wish after collecting all seven Dragon Ball? I never imagined there was such a magical thing in this world." Android 18 was extremely shocked after learning about the function of the Dragon Ball.

The same applies to Android 17.

On the other hand, he knew about Dragon Ball because he had information about it in his database on the Android 16, but before he could say anything, Talot appeared.

"Now, can I have it? You can't use this Dragon Ball on your own." Talot said, then suddenly remembered something and said, "After you collect all seven Dragon Ball, Shenron can grant at least one wish. I remember Dr. Gero planted a super bomb in your bodies. You can use this opportunity to make a wish and have Shenron help you disarm the bomb."

Upon hearing these words, all three were shocked.

They couldn't understand why Talot would give them the opportunity to make a wish.

"Aren't you afraid we'll do something reckless?" Android 17 asked.

Talot shook his head slightly. "Even if you act recklessly, where can you go? Times are constantly changing. I can tell you clearly that the big guys can't beat you right now, but in a few days, your strength will be nothing in front of them."

With a mere eight or nine hundred million combat power, even if Android 16's actual combat power exceeds one billion, all the warriors in this timeline will become stronger under his guidance.

By then, their strength will be negligible.

"Is it really that exaggerated? Although we can't beat you, but..." Before Android 18 could finish speaking, Talot interrupted her.

"Actually, Piccolo now has the ability to beat you and Android 17."

Android 17 and Android 18 were incredulous at Talot's bluntness.

Before they could refute, Android 16 said, "Indeed, as he said, the data I investigated is correct. You really can no longer defeat Piccolo after he merges with Piccolo."

Android 17 and Android 18 remained silent.

For a moment, I felt like my worldview had collapsed.

If Talot hadn't said that, they really wouldn't have been able to accept it.

At least, they have to fight one match before they're willing to admit it.

"Here you go, Dragon Ball. But what you said, you weren't lying, were you? To help us... defuse the bomb." Android 18 thought for a moment, then handed the Dragon Ball to Talot.

Talot: "Of course, this is just a small matter, provided that you don't cause trouble on Earth in the future... I think you won't be like the Android 17 and Android 18 from the Future Timeline of Trunks, indiscriminately killing innocent people just to satisfy your own desires."

When Talot mentioned Trunks' future, Android 17 and Android 18 exchanged a glance.

"We don't know why the future turned out that way. At least, my brother and I never thought of destroying the Earth." Android 18 was a little angry; it was all very inexplicable to them.

Although Android 17 had a cold expression, he wasn't the kind of person who would kill.

"I think it's necessary for us to have a chat with that future Trunks and learn about us in that Future Timeline," said Android 17.

"In that case, why don't you come with me? You can make a wish later, and you can also communicate with Trunks. As for Android 16, your goal is Son Goku, right? That kid will be going to Kami's Lookout soon. At that time, you can end your destiny and start a new life," Talot suggested.

With Talot's words, the three looked at each other and made their decisions.

They didn't doubt Talot, because he was strong enough to kill them instantly, so there was no need for him to resort to scheming.

After obtaining the three's consent, Talot led them through Instant Transmission to find the remaining Dragon Ball.

With a new goal in mind, the three Androids were no longer at a loss for what to do. In short, having something to do gave them motivation.