At Baros's words, everyone snapped out of it and turned back, only to find that Android 20, who had been nearby just moments ago, had vanished without a trace. No one knew where he had gone. Recalling what Baros had just said, they suddenly understood. Android 20 had clearly only escaped with Baros's permission. Otherwise, Baros could have crushed him with a single finger.
Although no one knew where Android 20's secret base was, with Baros leading the way, they flew straight toward the outskirts. Following behind Baros, everyone felt rather idle. After all, they had all seen that with Great Emperor Baros present, along with six Super Saiyans including Gohan and Goku, they could only tag along and watch the show.
To give Android 20 enough time to activate Android 16, Android 17, and Android 18, Baros flew at an unhurried pace, showing no urgency whatsoever. Though he could activate Android 16 and the others himself, he was merely here to watch. From a spectator's perspective, everyone should stick to their own roles. He only needed to watch.
Besides, if he intended to interfere, he would not have awakened Kakarot from his training and brought along five Super Saiyans. This was merely a little game to pass the time, hardly worth his involvement.
By the time Baros led everyone to the secret cave where Android 20 activated Android 16 and the others in the original story, the gate was already open. Everyone saw Android 20 dart inside. Before entering, he even looked back at them, as if mocking them for arriving too late.
"It seems we came too late. They've already gone inside," Master Roshi said gravely. But then he remembered that Great Emperor Baros was here, and judging from Baros's intentions, he had deliberately given Android 20 time.