Searching for the Dragon Balls! Frieza?

Ye Ming thought that they could try using the Dragon Balls to create an android exactly like Android 17.

Android 17 and Son Goku were still battling in the sky. They were evenly matched and fighting fiercely. They were both really impressive!

Ye Ming called up to them, "Stop, stop! That's enough. I've got a good idea of Android 17's strength."

When they heard Ye Ming call a halt, they stopped sparring. Android 17 wasn't particularly fond of fighting, after all. Years of working as a forest ranger had given him a calm, steady heart!

Son Goku shook his head regretfully. "What a shame, Android 17. We can't keep fighting! You're really strong. It took a lot of effort for me to reach my current level."

Android 17 ran a hand through his hair. "Goku, I know you were holding back. Otherwise, how could I possibly be a match for you? Haha!"

Ye Ming smiled at Android 17. "Your strength is impressive. Being able to draw with Son Goku in his Super Saiyan Blue form proves just how powerful you are."

Android 17 smiled too. "No, no. How could I compare to you? I should be thanking Son Goku for going easy on me!"

Vegeta watched Android 17, too. His strength had been plain for all to see, and it had surprised Vegeta, though that was all!

Son Gohan said excitedly, "Android 17 is really strong. With him on our team, we'll be even more powerful! His stamina is unlimited, so he can help us through a lot of dangerous situations."

Ye Ming nodded, seeming to agree with Son Gohan. He looked Android 17 up and down, then said seriously, "I think you're still a little short of your full potential. Let's give you a forced evolution!"

Everyone looked at Ye Ming in surprise. Vegeta stared at him, too, wondering what he planned to do.

Ye Ming spread his hands. "We can use the Dragon Balls to create an android exactly like Android 17, including his personality, behavior, and thoughts. Then we'll fuse the two of you together and create an Ultimate Android 17!"

Android 17 was stunned by the idea. He hadn't expected Ye Ming to create an android just like him and then fuse them together!

Ye Ming seemed to see his concern. He patted Android 17 on the shoulder. "This will only make you stronger. It won't have any negative effects. If anything feels wrong after you fuse, we can use the Dragon Balls to separate you again. What do you think?"

Android 17 hesitated for a moment, then nodded firmly. "In that case, I'm willing to give it a try."

Ye Ming laughed heartily. "Don't worry. You won't be disappointed. Once you fuse, your strength will increase dramatically! You won't regret this decision."

"Gohan, sorry for the trouble, but take the Dragon Ball radar from Bulma's house and collect all seven Dragon Balls. Once you've found them, wait for us at Bulma's house."

Son Gohan nodded. "All right. I'm going now." He immediately shot into the sky and headed for Bulma's house.

"We'll probably have to wait a while, but we can't just sit around in the meantime. Let's move on to the next step," Ye Ming said calmly.

Ye Ming glanced at the haughty Vegeta and teased him, "How about we go to Hell and pay Frieza a visit? Then you can beat him up again, Vegeta. But Frieza probably hates Son Goku the most, so he might start hurling insults the moment he sees him."

At the mention of Frieza, Vegeta immediately felt annoyed. Ye Ming continued, "Frieza may be a villain, but he's a great training partner for you. He has plenty of talent for getting stronger!"

"The best way for Saiyans to grow stronger is to train on the brink of death. Frieza wants to kill you, so he'll keep getting stronger! And with him constantly pressing you, you'll both improve even faster."

"Am I right, Vegeta? Besides, even if one day he defeats the two of you, you still have me. I can keep him completely in check. I can guarantee that!"

Vegeta frowned and tapped a finger against his arm. Son Goku, that blockhead, had already been persuaded. He watched Vegeta eagerly!

Android 17 knew that Frieza was an irredeemable villain who had once brought great disaster to Earth. But he said nothing and simply listened in silence.

Vegeta looked at Ye Ming. "Then we have a deal. Bringing Frieza back to life is your idea, and has nothing to do with me. But..." His expression twisted into a scowl.

"If he comes back and starts destroying things and committing evil again, I won't hold back."

Ye Ming nodded in agreement. "If that happens, you won't even need to act. I'll make him disappear from this world myself. At the very least, he'd better behave until the Tournament of Power begins, or I won't show him any mercy."

Son Goku nodded. "Frieza will be a formidable opponent. If he comes back and goes through a series of harsh training sessions, who knows how strong he'll become!"

Ye Ming reminded Son Goku, "Frieza has tremendous potential, even more than you and Vegeta. He belongs to the Frieza Race!"

Son Goku glanced at Ye Ming. "What about compared to you?"

"Heh. Is that even a question? Goku, I think training has done something to your brain. I might have to teach you a lesson myself." Ye Ming gave Son Goku a mischievous look.

Son Goku quickly backed down. "No need, no need. I was just joking. Don't take it seriously."

Ye Ming continued, "Son Goku, you know your way around Hell pretty well. You can lead us."

Son Goku scratched his head. "All right. Let's go!"

Son Goku smacked his forehead. "I remember Cell being there, too. I think all the villains from that time were locked up in the same place."

Ye Ming's lips curled slightly. "Oh, is that right? We'll take a look when we get there!"

Before long, they arrived at the place where Frieza and the others were imprisoned. King Yemma couldn't stop the group standing before him, so he could only lead them forward with the utmost respect.

Soon, they saw a group of villains standing on a high cliff, looking down at them!

A voice dripping with mockery rang out. "What a rare sight. Son Goku, Vegeta, and a Saiyan I don't recognize."

"Did you come all this way just to see me? If so, then I, Frieza, shall bow in thanks!"

At the sound of Frieza's grating voice, Vegeta could barely contain his anger. But Frieza was absolutely right—they had come looking for him.

Son Goku looked at Frieza. "You've been in Hell all these years, and you still haven't changed that evil streak of yours. You really are the Emperor of Evil from back then."

Ye Ming also spotted several villains who had appeared in Dragon Ball: the Ginyu Force, Dr. Gero, Cell, the wizard Babidi, Majin Buu, and others.

His gaze shifted to Cell in the corner. Cell was still in his first form, since he hadn't absorbed Android 17 or Android 18.

Cell was far less valuable to Ye Ming in this state. He needed Perfect Cell, not some half-baked version. Besides, there was no way he would let Cell absorb Android 17 and Android 18!

Vegeta gave a cold snort. "You guessed right, Frieza. I came here specifically to find you. But before you get out, I'm going to teach you a good lesson!"

Seeing Vegeta about to attack, Frieza panicked. There was no way he could beat Vegeta as he was now!