Setting Off on an Adventure Together, Master Roshi's Sea Turtle

"Zilong, where do you think the Dragon Ball we're looking for this time is?" Bulma asked curiously as they walked along the road.

Hearing this, Little Goku suddenly interjected, "What's a Dragon Ball? Is it something delicious?"

His face was filled with innocence and curiosity.

Bulma couldn't help but laugh out loud. She turned to look at Little Goku and shook her head gently, "Goku, a Dragon Ball isn't something you eat. It's a special item that possesses incredible power!"

After saying this, Bulma took out the Dragon Ball she had on her to show Little Goku.

However, Little Goku suddenly glared at Bulma in anger and shouted, "Give my grandpa back! You thief!"

Bulma was startled by Little Goku's sudden accusation and quickly explained, "Hey, don't just say whatever you want, little guy! I found this Dragon Ball myself; it's not your grandpa!"

Seeing the atmosphere between the two growing increasingly tense, Zhou Zilong quickly stepped in to mediate, "Goku, trust me, Bulma really found this ball herself. It has nothing to do with your grandpa. Your grandpa is still at home, waiting for you safely!"

Little Goku looked at Zilong with half-belief, then finally nodded, "I'll believe you for now, but if I get home and find my grandpa gone, even if I can't beat you, I'll keep fighting you until I do!"

Zilong smiled and patted Little Goku on the shoulder, "Don't worry, I guarantee your grandpa is still at home. Now, let's go to your house and see!"

On the way to Goku's house, Bulma couldn't help but ask Zilong about the strange connection between Little Goku and the Dragon Ball.

Zhou Zilong rubbed Bulma's head, then leaned in and whispered, "I'm using a technique I learned called Telepathic Communication to talk to you, because some things aren't suitable for Goku to know just yet!"

Bulma nodded to show she understood. At that moment, a voice that only Bulma could hear began to ring out, and she listened intently while continuing to walk toward Goku's house with Zhou Zilong.

Before they knew it, they had arrived at the entrance of Goku's house. Little Goku couldn't wait to push open the door and run inside. When he saw the Four-Star Ball sitting there safe and sound, he let out a long sigh of relief.

Bulma and Zilong followed closely behind. Seeing Goku hugging the Four-Star Ball tightly and refusing to let go, they couldn't help but exchange a smile; this little guy was truly adorable!

"I'm sorry, I misunderstood you," Little Goku said, looking back at Bulma with an apologetic expression.

Bulma smiled and shook her head, indicating she didn't mind.

"How do you have so many grandpas?" Little Goku asked curiously again.

"I already told you, I found it myself," Bulma replied helplessly.

At this moment, Zhou Zilong walked up to Little Goku and said with a smile, "Goku, have you ever thought about leaving this mountain to go see the outside world?"

Little Goku was stunned for a moment, then replied, "I originally intended to live on this mountain until I grew old, but I didn't expect you to be so skilled, Zilong. I think it's time I went out to see if there are other experts like you!"

Zhou Zilong laughed heartily after hearing this, patted Little Goku on the shoulder, and said, "Good! Then why don't you come along with us for a while!"

A glimmer of excitement flashed in Little Goku's eyes, and he nodded.

The day after they set off, the first rays of the morning sun spilled over the quiet mountain forest, and the birds began to sing joyfully, as if welcoming a new day.

At exactly six o'clock, Little Goku rose from his bed on time. He rubbed his sleepy eyes, washed up casually, and began his morning training. He took a deep breath, crouched down, and wrapped his hands tightly around a rock larger than himself. His eyes shone with a firm light, as if he were concentrating all his strength into this very moment.

With a low roar from Little Goku, he stood up abruptly, lifting the rock high above his head. The massive boulder seemed to become a trivial toy in the air, moving at will under Little Goku's control. Then, Little Goku pressed his hands down hard against the rock, and under his force, the large stone began to crack gradually, eventually shattering into countless small fragments that scattered across the ground.

A satisfied smile appeared on Little Goku's face. He wiped the sweat from his forehead, preparing to find his next training target, but just then, he suddenly discovered an unusual "rock."

"Wait a minute, I'm not a rock!" After Little Goku lifted a brownish object, a voice rang out.

It turned out that what Little Goku was holding was a turtle-like animal with a brownish back, a head with some black, spot-like markings, and a belly. If Zhou Zilong saw it, he would recognize it immediately.

"Oh, it's a turtle. I'll go ask Zilong how to handle this!" After taking a look, Little Goku said while holding the creature.

"Please, spare me!" The turtle, thinking it was about to meet a grim fate after seeing Little Goku carrying it toward the house, spoke up.

"Master Roshi's Sea Turtle, why are you here?" Zhou Zilong, who was coming out to call Goku for breakfast, asked upon seeing the creature.

"It's you, Zilong. You see, I got lost while I was on shore picking mushrooms. It's been a year!" the Sea Turtle replied to Zhou Zilong.

"I see. But Master Sea Turtle, you're heading in the wrong direction; this isn't the way to the beach!" Zhou Zilong explained the situation to the turtle.

"Is that so? Could you give me some salt water first? Of course, it would be even better if there were some seaweed in the salt water," the Sea Turtle added.

"Of course, no problem. Just wait a moment. Goku, come inside for breakfast; it's ready!" Zhou Zilong said to the turtle while also addressing Goku.

After finishing breakfast and placing the Sea Turtle in a spot near Goku so he could sit comfortably, Zhou Zilong set off on their journey once again.

After traveling for some distance, a burly Bear Monster with orange-red fur and a large sword at its waist blocked their path. The monster had a fierce look in its eyes and bared its fangs; it was clearly not a friendly creature.

It threatened them in a rough voice, "Hey, give me that Sea Turtle, and I'll let you pass!"

Bulma hugged Zhou Zilong's waist tightly, looking at the monster before them with a firm gaze, and shouted, "No way! We're not giving it to you; we're taking it back to the sea!"

Zhou Zilong smiled slightly and gently patted the back of Bulma's hand, signaling her not to worry.

He turned to look at Little Goku, the short but courageous boy whose eyes were filled with determination, and said, "Goku, this guy is too weak. I'll leave him to you!"

Little Goku nodded, an excited smile appearing on his face. He moved, jumped off the motorcycle, and stood in front of the Bear Monster.

Seeing how thin Little Goku was, the Bear Monster couldn't help but laugh contemptuously. It swung the large sword in its hand, aiming to strike Little Goku. However, as if he had anticipated it, Little Goku tilted his body slightly and easily dodged the blow.

"You're just as weak as Zilong said!" Little Goku stood on the Bear Monster's nose.

The Bear Monster was furious. It swung its sword, attacking Little Goku repeatedly. However, Little Goku moved like a ghost, weaving through the flashes of steel with ease, skillfully avoiding every attack.

Seeing that its attacks were ineffective, the Bear Monster grew flustered. It roared and increased the power and speed of its strikes, but to Little Goku, all of this was like child's play.

With a loud "Bang!", after toying with the monster for dozens of rounds, the Bear Monster was sent flying by a single punch from Little Goku. It tumbled in the air a few times before crashing heavily to the ground.