Dragon Ball: Starting with the Autonomous State
Chapter 17

Tights is Acting Strange

1,688 words6 min read2 views
2mo ago

God of Destruction Realm.

A handsome figure sat by the lake, eyes closed in meditation.

On the grass nearby sat a woman with a curvaceous figure.

Resting her chin on her hand, she muttered, "He's been training for three years already, why hasn't he woken up yet!"

"Tights, it's time to cook!"

A majestic voice echoed from afar.

Without turning her head, Tights huffed, "Lord Beerus, I'm in a bad mood. You and Whis can just eat instant noodles!"

On a lounge chair in the distance, Beerus and Whis exchanged glances.

"Whis, when will this girl ever be in a good mood? Sigh, another day of eating instant noodles!"

"Lord Beerus, haven't you noticed how much Tights cares about Louis? Tights' mood will improve the moment Louis wakes up."

"Tch, who doesn't know that!"

"If you know, why ask?"

"Enough nonsense, hurry up and make the noodles. I'm starving to death!"

Beerus licked his lips; he had been eating instant noodles for four years and still wasn't tired of them.

Whis nodded and began preparing the noodles, making sure to prepare a cup for Tights as well.

By the lake.

"Stupid Louis, you said you'd take me to gather material for my novel once you finished training, and it's been another three years!"

Tights gazed at Louis, who was still meditating.

Louis's eyebrows were like swords, his nose bridge high and straight, and his lips thin. Compared to three years ago, he had grown much taller and become even more handsome.

As Louis sat by the lake, an ethereal aura radiated from his entire body, making Tights feel incredibly comfortable just sitting nearby.

"When will you finally wake up?"

Having not spoken to Louis for three years, Tights felt a bit down.

Suddenly!

With a "hum," a silver wave of energy erupted from Louis, surging outward like boiling steam.

Tights was nearly scorched by the intense heat, but fortunately, Whis protected her instantly, appearing beside her along with Beerus.

Beerus and Whis, still holding their instant noodles, stood dumbfounded: "Perfect Autonomous State!!"

Startled by the energy wave Louis released, Tights patted her heaving chest and asked:

"Whis, why are you both so surprised? Doesn't Louis already know this move?"

Beerus swallowed a mouthful of noodles and said solemnly, "Tights, we are talking about the Perfect Autonomous State!"

Whis added, "Previously, Louis only possessed the Rudimentary Autonomous State. I never expected that in just four years, he would directly comprehend the Perfect Autonomous State!"

Beerus gritted his teeth, "It's a good thing it's not the Perfect Ultra Instinct State, otherwise I'd be crying my eyes out!"

Whis replied testily, "So what if it's not the Perfect Ultra Instinct State? The Perfect Autonomous State is already incredibly impressive. Lord Beerus, when will you ever comprehend the Rudimentary Autonomous State?"

"This... this..."

Beerus looked up at the sky.

Tights asked excitedly, "Whis, does that mean Louis is about to wake up?"

The thought of finally being able to talk to Louis made her unable to contain her joy.

The suppression of the past three years was released in this moment, and Tights smiled beautifully.

But Louis still had his eyes closed, and he could not see her.

"He should be waking up soon. Let's stand further back."

As soon as Whis finished speaking.

Boom--!

Huge waves suddenly rose from the lake, and a figure hovered above them—none other than Louis.

"Lord Beerus, fight me!"

With a splash, Louis vanished from above the waves and instantly appeared beside Beerus, throwing a punch.

This punch was incredibly natural!

Beerus's eyes narrowed; he tossed his instant noodles aside and threw a punch of his own.

Boom--!

The mountains crumbled and the earth split!

Dust filled the sky!

A silver and a purple blur were rapidly intertwining.

"Whis, what is Louis's current situation? Can he win against Lord Beerus?" Tights asked hurriedly.

"Tights, it seems you care quite a lot about Louis!" Whis covered his mouth and chuckled.

"I... I do not!"

Tights's heart rate quickened, and her fair cheeks flushed slightly.

She didn't care about Louis at all; it was clearly just because she hadn't spoken to anyone in so long that she was acting this way.

Yes, that must be it!

"Is that so?"

"It is!"

Tights huffed, "Just tell me already, how is Louis doing right now?"

"Hahaha."

Whis laughed heartily, and deciding not to tease her further, he said seriously:

"The Perfect Autonomous State is formidable. Even if the gap in power is over tenfold, someone who has grasped the Perfect Autonomous State can still contend with their opponent, and might even be able to defeat them."

"However..."

"Louis has been focusing solely on cultivating the Autonomous State, so his power and dimension haven't increased much. Louis only has a combat power of 1.5 billion right now; even if he enters the Perfect Autonomous State, it is still useless."

"The main issue is that the power gap is simply too vast!"

Seeing the anxious look on Tights's face, Whis added softly, "But do not worry. Have you forgotten Louis's special constitution? He can ignore all negative effects; Lord Beerus cannot do anything to him."

Indeed!

High above in the sky, Beerus and Louis had been battling for two minutes, shattering a hole through the very heavens.

"Your constitution is truly detestable, kid!"

"Lord Beerus is truly strong; I am completely no match for you."

Louis descended from the sky, looking at Beerus as he flew down as well.

Honestly, entering the Autonomous State did not provide a massive boost in power; the increase was even smaller than that of a Super Saiyan.

But the Autonomous State emphasizes following the natural flow, where the body moves according to the heart!

When facing an enemy's attack, one can predict it in advance!

This is the key to overcoming the strong while being weak!

However...

Beerus was truly worthy of being the strongest God of Destruction; even with him in the Perfect Autonomous State, he was simply no match.

"If your power were to break through to the realm of gods, I fear I would find you quite troublesome," Beerus said, crossing his arms with a solemn expression.

"That is still a long way off!"

Louis shook his head. He looked toward Whis and Tights and waved, "Whis, Tights, long time no see."

Whis smiled, "It has indeed been a long time, as you have been cultivating for another three years."

"Stupid Louis, you are truly detestable! You clearly said you would only cultivate for a little while, yet you took so long." Tights gnashed her little fangs, looking puffed up with anger.

"That... that, I didn't expect the meditation to take so long either!" Louis rubbed the back of his head. Why was she so angry?

"I don't care! You said you would take me to collect material for my novel!"

"Didn't I take you out three years ago?"

Louis finally understood why Tights was so angry; it was because his long cultivation had prevented her from collecting material for her novel.

"You just said it yourself, that was three years ago!"

"That... that... I will accompany you to travel through the universe in a little while."

"You promised!"

Tights's puffed-up mouth broke into a smile, the corners of her lips curling upward.

"Whis, Lord Beerus, let's go. I am going to make a grand feast for you all." Tights turned and left the lakeside, preparing to cook herself.

Beerus and Whis exchanged a glance.

Beerus clicked his tongue and said, "Is she in a good mood now?"

"Obviously. Louis has woken up, how could she not be in a good mood?"

Whis rolled his eyes.

Ever since Louis took Tights out last time, she had been staring at Louis in a daze ever since she returned.

Even with one's eyes closed, it was obvious that Tights was acting strangely.

"Everyone knows that, I was just asking!"

Beerus curled his lip, then said with great delight, "I am in for a treat now; the food Tights makes is truly delicious."

Beerus hopped and skipped in the direction of Tights.

Louis scratched his head and looked at Whis, asking in confusion, "Whis, what are you two talking about? What do you mean Tights' mood improved the moment I woke up?"

"It's nothing. Come on, let's head over. Just thinking about the feast Tights has prepared makes my mouth water." Whis winked, then departed from the spot.

"How strange!"

Louis watched Whis's retreating back and followed after him.

On the lawn beside the God of Destruction Palace, Tights had finished preparing the feast.

Tempura, sushi...

Whis and Beerus began to eat ravenously.

Louis felt his appetite stirred as well; he had to admit, Tights' culinary skills were truly impressive, showing no trace of her status as the eldest daughter of Earth's richest person.

"Tights, your cooking is as good as ever." Whis sat to the side, having eaten his fill.

"Heh, I've been traveling through the universe for so long, how could I not have a few tricks up my sleeve?"

Tights sat at the dining table, resting her chin in her hand. She wasn't looking at Whis, but kept her eyes on Louis, saying, "If I didn't have these cooking skills, I would have gone crazy eating instant noodles and dry rations every day."

Louis looked up. Why was Tights staring at him?

He couldn't figure it out.

Louis buried his head back into his food.

Beerus finished his meal and wiped his mouth. "I don't know about that, I think instant noodles are delicious!"

Louis took a sip of his drink and retorted irritably, "That's just you and Whis. You two never get tired of eating those additives every single day. Truly impressive!"

"Giggle~"

Hearing Louis mock the two of them, Tights covered her mouth and snickered.

Louis looked over and locked eyes with Tights. Her teeth were like pearls, and her red lips parted slightly.

Louis noticed that Tights had been watching him the whole time, and his heart skipped a beat.

It had to be said, Tights was actually quite beautiful!

End of Chapter
Novel
How was this translation?