Goku, Come Stay at My House

After the King Piccolo incident had been resolved, the warriors on Earth did not relax. Everyone realized the importance of strength.

Tien Shinhan, Yamcha, Krillin, and Chiaotzu all resolved to train twice as hard over the next three years and prepare for the World Martial Arts Tournament.

Meanwhile, Goku sought out Bulma and asked her to make a more advanced pair of Gravity Bracelets and help develop a spaceship.

The moment Bulma heard this, design blueprints immediately unfolded in her mind. She smiled and said, "The Gravity Bracelets will be easy, but a spaceship is another matter. To meet your training needs, it'll need special facilities installed. But don't worry. It's complicated, but I can handle it!"

Goku grinned happily and thanked Bulma for helping him.

The others around them looked at Goku curiously and could not help asking, "Goku, what do you need a spaceship for? Are you going to play in space?"

Goku smiled lightly. "Not to play. I'm planning to train in space! Only by facing all kinds of challenges in the universe can I become stronger."

After hearing Goku's plan, Tien Shinhan, Yamcha, Krillin, and Chiaotzu felt the pressure mounting in their hearts.

They clearly realized that the gap between themselves and Goku was steadily widening. A stronger sense of urgency flared within them, and they silently vowed to work twice as hard so they could catch up to Goku at future martial arts tournaments.

At that point, Bulma was preparing to go home. She casually said to Goku, "Goku, why don't you come home with me for a few days? We can discuss the spaceship's design together and see whether you have any special requirements. It'll be more convenient that way."

Goku's smile brightened. "Sure! And there's lots of delicious food at Bulma's house!"

Bulma smiled helplessly, thinking that Goku was still as innocent as ever.

Bulma flew Goku back to her spacious mansion at lightning speed in her Capsule Plane.

Goku pressed himself against the window, staring excitedly at the scenery outside as he imagined the cosmic adventure waiting for him.

Bulma led Goku into her research studio and began carefully discussing the spaceship's design requirements.

All kinds of high-tech instruments glimmered faintly in the studio. The walls were covered with design sketches and project concepts, creating a strong atmosphere of technology.

As Bulma thought, she said, "Since you plan to train in space, this ship will need to withstand extreme environments and carry sufficient oxygen and food supplies. Gravity conditions in space are complicated, but since you have Gravity Bracelets, we don't need to worry too much about that."

Goku nodded excitedly. "Right! But the ship needs to be sturdy. If we run into space monsters or asteroids, it shouldn't get wrecked right away."

Bulma smiled. "Don't worry. The ship's hull will be made from the strongest alloy. It'll resist high temperatures and impacts. I'll also install an energy shield to withstand asteroid strikes. As for food, I'll prepare a fully automated food-processing system."

Goku's eyes lit up. "That's great! It'd be even better if the ship could go faster!"

Bulma nodded and drew a new mark on the blueprint. "Faster-than-light travel isn't possible for now, but I can install a Pulse Engine. It may not be as fast as faster-than-light travel, but it's currently the most advanced propulsion technology. It'll let the ship travel freely through space."

Goku asked curiously, "What's Pulse Engine propulsion like? Is it fast?"

Bulma explained, "Pulse propulsion uses powerful energy pulses to push the ship forward. It's fast enough to cover most interplanetary distances and reach alien regions near Earth. It also consumes relatively little energy, making it suitable for long journeys."

Goku nodded. "Then that'll be enough! I can't wait anymore."

After spending most of the day at it, Bulma finally finished the new Gravity Bracelets. She wiped the sweat from her forehead and proudly showed them to Goku. "Goku, these bracelets can be set anywhere from one to five hundred times gravity, and they support mental control. Even better, they can merge into your skin and become completely invisible! Well? Aren't I amazing?"

Goku could not wait to put them on. He felt the bracelets merge seamlessly into his skin as though they had vanished. With a shift of his thoughts, the bracelets adjusted the gravity precisely. Goku leaped up excitedly and threw himself into Bulma's arms, hugging her tightly as he praised her again and again. "Bulma, you're incredible! With these bracelets, my training will definitely reach a whole new level!"

Bulma burst out laughing and gently patted Goku's hair. "Then make sure you work hard. Don't waste the bracelets I put so much effort into making!"

Bulma looked at the darkening sky outside and smiled at Goku. "It's already dark, Goku. You must be starving, right?"

Goku rubbed his stomach, his eyes lighting up as he nodded repeatedly. "Yeah, I'm so hungry!"

Bulma smiled and led him into the mansion's spacious, luxurious dining room. She instructed the robot servants, "Hurry and prepare dinner. Make plenty of food."

Before long, the robot servants brought out a table overflowing with sumptuous dishes. Goku immediately dug in, feasting without the slightest restraint. He ate enough for dozens of people in one go. The food on the table rapidly dwindled, while the robots rushed about frantically in the kitchen.

One robot stared at Goku's appetite and nearly froze. A trace of astonishment flashed in its mechanical eyes. "This appetite... Is there a system malfunction?"

Bulma could not help laughing. "You'll get used to it. Just make more next time."

Goku patted his satisfied stomach and beamed at Bulma. "Thanks, Bulma! The food was delicious!"

After dinner, Bulma and Goku returned to the studio. Bulma immersed herself in her work, adjusting the spaceship's design and components while occasionally glancing in Goku's direction. Goku sat cross-legged nearby, entering a state of deep training.

Goku silently adjusted the gravity. With a slight movement of his mind, he set the bracelets to sixty times gravity. A powerful pressure instantly descended upon him, nearly forcing his body downward. His energy began to grow chaotic, and even breathing became somewhat difficult.

He closed his eyes and took a deep breath, trying to gather the turbulent energy within his body. His training method was extremely unique—whenever he increased the gravity, he had to tame each strand of runaway energy and make it flow smoothly. Whenever he stabilized his chaotic energy, his Power Level steadily increased.

Bulma watched him from the corner of her eye. Fine beads of sweat appeared across Goku's body. "Goku really is a strange genius. His training is completely different from everyone else's."

Goku regulated his breathing and gradually smoothed out his energy. As he slowly adapted to sixty times gravity, both his body's endurance and his control continued to improve. Bulma's Gravity Bracelets really are amazing. They're the perfect aid for my training.

After working for a while, Bulma rubbed her aching shoulders. Turning around, she saw Goku meditating in the corner and smiled. "Goku, that's enough for today. Go take a bath and get some rest early."

Goku froze for a moment, an awkward look appearing on his face. Are we going to take a bath together again? I'm already fifteen!

Bulma, on the other hand, was not thinking in that direction at all.

In her eyes, Goku's height and appearance made him look like a seven- or eight-year-old child. Coupled with his innocent personality, she felt there was nothing to worry about.

She took Goku by the hand and led him toward the bathroom, planning a relaxing hot spring bath for them both.

Following behind Bulma, Goku could not help secretly rejoicing. He felt that life was truly wonderful.

As Bulma scrubbed Goku's back, she suddenly looked curiously at his small frame and could not help asking, "Goku, why don't you ever grow up? You're already fifteen, so why do you still look like a little kid?"

Goku scratched his head and replied with a smile, "I don't know either, Bulma."

Bulma blinked and said half-jokingly, "People might think you're my little brother. But don't worry! Maybe one day you'll suddenly grow taller!"

After the bath, Bulma changed into comfortable pajamas and led the freshly washed, sweet-smelling Goku to her room.

She smiled at Goku. "You can squeeze in with me tonight. You don't take up much space anyway."

Goku nodded excitedly, jumped onto the bed, and wrapped himself in the warm blankets.

Before long, the two of them drifted into sleep amid the quiet night.