Listening to Kasso's explanation, Bulma felt he was probably right. She had already memorized the sensation of releasing energy, and a few more tries would surely make her more proficient.
But she'd just overreacted a little, and now that she was leaning against Kasso's chest, she felt a bit embarrassed.
Still, Bulma didn't try to pull away. Instead, she wrapped her arms tighter around Kasso's waist.
"Heh!"
Seeing Bulma hug him back, Kasso grinned foolishly.
The two stood pressed close together. Years of training hadn't made the girl's body stiff; she was still soft and delicate. The fresh, subtle fragrance of her drifted into his nose, and Kasso couldn't help holding her a little tighter.
"Kasso, are you going to leave again soon?"
Bulma blinked her round eyes, her voice a little low.
She had good reason to ask. All these years, Kasso had only come to Earth once, and he'd left again before they'd even had a chance to say more than a few words!
"No, I'll be staying on Earth for a while this time." Kasso smiled as he breathed in her sweet fragrance.
"Really?"
"Really!"
"Yay!" Bulma hugged Kasso, overjoyed.
Kasso stroked Bulma's head. Seeing how happy she was, he couldn't help feeling a little sorry for her. Just how lonely had this silly girl been?
He wondered if he should simply take Bulma with him to Planet Sadala from now on.
But after thinking it over, Kasso shook his head. The story on Earth couldn't unfold without Bulma.
"Keep practicing. I'm going to find Mr. Popo." Kasso rested his head against Bulma's and spoke gently.
Under Kasso's gaze, Bulma felt a little shy. She lowered her head and gave a light nod.
Just as Kasso had said, she'd already memorized the sensation. She needed to practice