Korin

"Launch, you really haven't changed at all. You're still as beautiful as ever!"

Anyone unaware of the relationship between Son Wuling and blue-haired Launch might have thought there was something between them. But there really wasn't. Blue-haired Launch was a gentle big sister. Back when he, Son Goku, and Krillin had trained under Master Roshi, whenever they came back covered in injuries, blue-haired Launch would treat them like a gentle big sister.

Then, at some unknown point, she would sneeze and turn into blonde Launch, stirring up chaos all over again. During the World Martial Arts Tournament, the fiery blonde Launch had even cleared the way with a submachine gun.

And what Son Wuling said now was true. There was not the slightest trace of aging on blue-haired Launch's body, as if time had frozen for her.

Suddenly, the sea breeze carried a damp chill, making blue-haired Launch's nose itch!

"Achoo..."

Her figure abruptly transformed again—blonde hair, green eyes, and a completely different aura!

"Huh? Why am I here? Son Wuling, you... why are you holding me? Put me down, you bastard!"

Blonde Launch was about to struggle when she noticed the endless ocean beneath them and the sharks suddenly lunging after prey. She jumped in fright and hurriedly grabbed Son Wuling by the collar.

"Launch, when we get back to Kame House this time, don't leave again. Everyone misses you. Tien Shinhan is the same as me—he's devoted entirely to martial arts. You can feel that too."

"Ha..."

Blonde Launch looked at Son Wuling with inexplicable disdain. "You? The guy who took Goku, that dirty old man, and that pervy bald guy to watch those transparent films, calling it art?"

Son Wuling did not feel the slightest shame over blonde Launch's words. He smiled. "Wasn't Goku getting married back then? And Master Roshi and Krillin clearly wanted to, but didn't have the guts. They were really not honest with themselves. Besides, I'm single, and I'm still a virgin even now. I don't think I did anything wrong."

"You... what kind of person are you? When Bulma was pursuing you back then, how could you reject her without even changing expression? Oh, right. That Lan-Fan you fought at the World Martial Arts Tournament—you knocked her out without batting an eye, then tossed her straight off the ring."

Blonde Launch was referring to the 21st World Martial Arts Tournament, their first time participating in the World Martial Arts Tournament.

"If you hadn't mentioned it, I would've nearly forgotten. What kind of person am I? I already said it before. I'm a bachelor devoted wholeheartedly to martial arts, and I'll carry that through to the end. The difference is, I still enjoy what I should enjoy!"

But there was much more Son Wuling did not say. Looking at these familiar people, he would not destroy anything. He was afraid that all this was merely a bubble in his dream.

He had already witnessed Son Goku and Chi-Chi. He wondered whether Bulma and Vegeta, Krillin and Android 18, would still end up together! Would those original couples change because of his appearance?

Oh, and Tien Shinhan and Launch. He remembered that Tien Shinhan and Chiaotzu had died at Nappa's hands, and Launch had disappeared afterward. But now, Launch was right here. She could not possibly disappear again. He wondered whether she and Tien Shinhan would...

"Hey... Wuling, what's wrong? Did I say something wrong?" Blonde Launch looked at Son Wuling, who had suddenly become somewhat melancholy for no reason. Had she said something wrong?

"Haha... it's nothing. I just suddenly felt that having friends and companions like all of you is really wonderful!" Son Wuling came back to himself and laughed heartily!

"Oh, right, Launch. If you want to chase Tien Shinhan, no one will stop you. Just don't forget to stay in touch with everyone when you have the time." Son Wuling's words made blonde Launch curl her lips, but she said nothing.

"I know, hmph. No, wait, I'm not leaving anymore. Unless Tien Shinhan comes looking for me, hmph." Blonde Launch gave an unhappy snort, her blushing cheeks filled with pride and tsundere stubbornness!

They had arrived!

The spaceship landed first, and Son Wuling wore a helpless expression. He had forgotten to get empty Capsules from Bulma earlier. Otherwise, he would not have had to haul it along the whole way.

Boom!

The spaceship crashed down, and all of Kame House seemed to shake like it was in an earthquake. Aside from Master Roshi and Bulma, there was also a flying cat and a pig wearing clothes.

"Hm? Puar, Oolong, you're here too?" Son Wuling dismissed the long chain in his hand.

"Long time no see, Wuling!" Puar and Oolong greeted Son Wuling.

Bulma came over to the spaceship, lightly tapping it with her finger as she asked, "Wuling, what is this?"

Son Wuling spread his hands helplessly. "This is Raditz's spaceship. I forgot to ask you for empty Capsules. I figured you'd definitely be interested in this, Bulma!"

"Ah... Wuling, I can't believe even you overlook things sometimes. That's rare!" Bulma smiled and tossed him a box.

"These are all empty Capsules. You know how to use them, Wuling."

"Thanks... I was just about to make a trip to Korin!"

Son Wuling opened the box. The different types of Capsules inside had different storage capacities!

After leaving Kame House, Son Wuling went through the city, ordering dozens of every kind of fish dish from restaurants and similar eateries!

The owners and waiters had wanted to object, but when they saw Son Wuling slap down tens of thousands in cash, they immediately got to work with great enthusiasm.

Once Son Wuling had prepared over a hundred different fish dishes, he packed them into Capsules and flew toward Korin Tower.

Korin liked eating fish, but he did not lack fish. If he wanted any, he could use a treasure that connected to another world to fish them up at any time. Even though Son Wuling had previously given Korin cooking pots and such, Korin could not possibly make every dish himself.

Flying with Flight, Son Wuling arrived at Korin's residence. The white cat had slit-like eyes, three whiskers on each side of his face, a wooden staff in his hand, and two eyebrows above each eye.

"Wuling, you finally came!"

"Long time no see, Korin!"

Son Wuling was not surprised that Korin knew he was coming. Korin possessed a farsight technique that allowed him to monitor what happened in the mortal world, as well as Mind Reading, which let him observe another person's thoughts and memories! Son Wuling had learned Flight from Korin as well.

However, Korin had never used his ability to read memories on him or Son Goku. Beyond that, he possessed all sorts of treasures and tools. Even the Nimbus belonged to Korin.

The Capsule opened, releasing hundreds of different cooked fish dishes. Their tempting aroma made Korin's mouth water!

"Wuling, there are already over forty Senzu Beans now!" Korin was about to hand the Senzu Beans to Son Wuling when Son Wuling stopped him.

"No need, Korin. Keep them here. I've got a jar and a half myself. When I run out, I'll come trouble you again!"

The Senzu Beans Son Wuling had were enough for now, and they were also for emergencies. Though more was always better, he should not put all his eggs in one basket.

"Meow, then I won't hold back!"

Korin conjured a pair of chopsticks. This was completely different from the raw fish he had eaten before!

"Wow, even with the fish recipes and all kinds of tableware you left me, Wuling, I still can't make something this delicious! Delicious, delicious! Every time I see humans in the mortal world make things like this, I'm dying of envy, Wuling!"

"Haha..."

Son Wuling had not stopped moving all day. Sitting on the ground, he raised his gaze toward the starry sky.

"The moon is really round tonight..."

Son Wuling's expression suddenly froze. In his perception, an enormous energy wave blasted from Earth directly into the moon. The entire moon was blown apart, reduced to dust drifting through the universe!

"Piccolo... Gohan...!"