He did not even dare imagine it—if the other man truly made a move, how many exchanges could he possibly last against him?
Just then, a puzzled cry came from behind him. "Ah... this... Goku, is he your older brother?"
Goku's expression changed sharply. His eyes locked tightly onto Bardock as he barked without turning around, "Chi-Chi, get back inside!"
No matter who this man was, until he knew whether he was friend or foe, he could not let the pregnant Chi-Chi get caught up in danger.
After knowing each other for years and being married for nearly one, this was the first time Chi-Chi had heard Goku speak in such a grave tone.
Over the years, martial arts had flourished like never before after Demon King Piccolo's appearance, and Goku had long been recognized as the strongest disciple under Master Roshi.
Even when Demon King Piccolo had been revived, and later when that man calling himself "Piccolo Jr." appeared, she had never seen her husband so tense—as though he could not find even the slightest chance of victory.
Though her heart was full of doubt and unease, Chi-Chi immediately did as she was told. She quietly backed away a few steps, shot Bardock a swift glance, then turned and hurried back into the house.
Bardock's gaze swept over her—plain house clothes, a slightly swollen belly, and a gentle expression.
A sincere smile appeared on his face.
Kakarot's current power level disappointed him beyond measure;
but seeing with his own eyes that his son had settled down, built a family, and was even about to become a father still brought him comfort.
The door clicked shut, and only then did Goku relax slightly.
"Now, can you tell me who you are?" Before the words had even finished leaving his mouth,