After saying goodbye to Little Goku, Zhou Zilong looked at the group, who were still chatting animatedly, and couldn't help smiling. "So, what's everyone planning to do next?" His voice was warm and firm, as if it could reach into everyone's heart.
Bulma spoke first, her eyes shining with an endless love of technology. "Of course I'm going home to continue my research. I still have so many inventions to finish!" Her tone was full of anticipation for the future.
Iris gently brushed the hair beside her ear and smiled warmly. "My home is in West City too, and the new school term is about to start, so I need to go back and get ready." Her smile held a longing for knowledge and an attachment to home; her innocence was deeply affecting.
Oolong looked sly, his eyes darting around as if he could already see the beauties of West City beckoning to him. "Heh heh, West City, huh? I hear it's full of beautiful women, and there are lots of fun things to do. How could the great Oolong miss out?" His voice carried a hint of smugness, as if he could already foresee his "romantic luck"!
Yamcha looked serious, his eyes gleaming with a hunger for strength. "West City is this world's economic center and its wealthiest city. I'm sure there are plenty of powerful fighters there. I, Yamcha, swear I'll find them and learn from them so I can take my martial arts to the next level!" His resolute tone revealed an indomitable spirit.
Puar nodded repeatedly beside him, his eyes full of devotion to Yamcha. "Of course! Wherever Yamcha goes, I'll go too! We're the best partners!" His voice was soft but full of conviction, showing the depth of their friendship.
And so, with their own dreams and goals in mind, the group set off for West City.
After safely escorting them to Capsule Corporation, Zhou Zilong said a quick goodbye to Bulma and hurried back to where his businesses were based.
As soon as he returned to his familiar, bustling office, Zhou Zilong summoned all the senior executives, and an emergency meeting on the company's future began. Standing at the podium, he spoke with a piercing gaze. "From today onward, our focus is no longer here. It's West City! That city of opportunity and challenges will be our new battleground!"
His words inspired everyone. They all declared that they were willing to follow Zhou Zilong and build an even brighter future together. He quickly laid out his plans, relocating several of his major businesses to West City so they could make their mark there.
One day, a month after arriving in West City, Zhou Zilong was walking Bulma home from school when he said, "Bulma, starting tomorrow, I'll be going into seclusion to train for three days. I won't be able to walk you to and from school during that time!"
He had been busy managing his businesses lately and hadn't had a chance to train properly. Although, with his current strength, he had no real opponents on Earth at this point in the story—his battle power was three million—it never hurt to be cautious.
Bulma replied understandingly, "It's fine. Iris will be with me, and you've trained some powerful fighters here in West City. There's no one who can hurt me!"
What Zhou Zilong didn't know was that his plan to spend three days in seclusion was about to be postponed.
At that moment, in the boundless depths of space, a huge elliptical spaceship hovered silently in Earth's outer orbit, like an unknown star quietly watching the secrets of the blue planet. Inside, soft lights illuminated a group of unusual creatures. Their skin was dark green and covered in fine scales, and their heads resembled a cross between lizards and snakes, giving them an ancient, mysterious air.
"Lord Kazer, we've reached the target location," reported Tasong, a Scale-Head Star Person. The scales on his arms shimmered faintly in the light, and his voice brimmed with excitement and reverence.
Kazer, the leader of the Scale-Head Star People, was also dark green, but his skin was more withered and weathered. His eyes were sharp as an eagle's. He slowly swiped across the holographic screen before him, carefully studying every detail of Earth, and a satisfied smile tugged at his lips. "Indeed. This planet has abundant natural resources and a suitable environment. It's the perfect place for our people to lie low and grow stronger. Tasong, you've done a great service. Once our people have established a foothold here, one-tenth of Earth's resources will be your reward!"
At this, Tasong bowed at once, placing his left hand on his right shoulder in the formal Scale-Head Star greeting. "Thank you for your favor, Lord Kazer. I'll do everything in my power to contribute to the future of the Scale-Head Star People!"
At his command, a pale-blue energy shield suddenly flared around the spaceship. It was a unique technological marvel of the Scale-Head Star People, capable of withstanding every danger of interstellar travel. Protected by the shield, the ship streaked like a meteor through the sky and hurtled toward Earth, finally crashing down in a remote wilderness and leaving behind a massive crater.
"Lord Kazer, I'm Kasang, one of Lord Tasong's subordinates. Welcome to this planet!" A figure with pale-green skin hurried forward, his eyes shining with curiosity and awe at the unknown world. His voice was full of respect, as if he were welcoming not merely a warrior, but the hope of his people's revival.
Kazer stepped out from the spaceship's shadow, his expressionless face looking especially imposing beneath the sunlight. He surveyed his surroundings, a barely perceptible look of satisfaction passing through his eyes. "I've looked at some of the data on this planet. It seems suitable for survival. Tell me more about the situation." His calm voice carried unquestionable authority.
"Yes, Lord Kazer." Kasang nodded and began a detailed report. "This planet is called Earth. It's located on the edge of the universe. Its technological civilization and combat strength are relatively underdeveloped, but it's rich in resources and has a diverse ecosystem. It's an ideal base for the Scale-Head Star People and a perfect starting point for our great revival!"
Kazer nodded slightly, as if deep in thought, then abruptly changed the subject. "Do you have any feed?"
"Feed?" Kasang paused, then suddenly understood. The Lomba Star People had a special constitution that allowed them to draw energy from certain living creatures and use it to strengthen themselves.
"Oh, I understand! Please wait a moment, sir." With that, he quickly left to fetch the so-called feed.
Before long, Kasang returned to Kazer with two swaddled infants. Innocent smiles graced their rosy faces, and they had no idea what fate awaited them. Kazer's eyes instantly lit up, as if he had discovered the most precious treasure.
Kazer slowly extended his seemingly withered hands, which in truth held immense power, and gently placed them over the infants. In an instant, a strange light flickered at his fingertips. An unseen force seemed to drain the life from the babies' bodies, leaving them shriveled until they finally became thin sheets of paper and drifted away on the wind.
"Burp~~~~~~" Having finished, Kazer let out a satisfied belch. For once, a look of contentment crossed his face. After absorbing the infants' life force, his skin had miraculously regained a little of its luster, making him look younger and more vigorous.
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