49 Tracking (2/2)
”I agree that stopping Babidi is necessary, but we don't need the Kais” Raditz said, ”If they really thought Babidi was a problem, they should have gotten stronger over the years so they could stop Babidi, Buu, or whoever else becomes a threat. Instead, they let the universe dwindle around them with nothing to show for it.”
Raditz didn't hide his disapproval of the Supreme Kai's job of managing the universe. Even if he was the only Supreme Kai left, that should've meant he needed to take on more responsibility. Instead, he abandoned all of it.
”This mortal is clearly overestimating himself and underestimating our enemies.” Kibito frowned. He was still under the impression that mortals would be unable to overcome higher beings.
”We'll see when we arrive who is underestimating whom.” Raditz replied.
”Don't forget, I'm still going to punch you in the face.” Reiss added, ”I don't like being set up.”
”I assure you, we had no intention of harming you.” the Supreme Kai explained, ”If there were time, we would have asked first.”
If the Kais had realized the true strength of the teen and his family they would definitely have discussed teaming up first. Even though the Kais lived for a very long time, they lacked foresight when it came to stopping Buu from being released.
”I don't care if you intended harm or not.” Reiss replied coldly.
”Haha,” Raditz was amused by Reiss's attitude. ”It looks like you aren't getting off the hook that easily. Besides you can just think of the punch as the cost of doing business.”
”As long as Babidi is stopped, I don't care.” the Supreme Kai answered.
The group flew over an assortment of islands and land masses tracking their targets. They had flown a great distance away from the tournament island and were closing in on the Southwestern Wastelands. Judging by the rate Yamu and Spopovich slowed down, the group could tell they were close to the wizard's hideout.
”I should've just had my men search all of the Earth wastelands.” Raditz thought to himself. It seemed the enemies targeting Earth always set their bases up in wastelands. Contrary to what Raditz thought, the base was actually past the wastelands in the Southwest Forest.
”Babidi's magical barrier prevented us from being able to find the base's location.” Kibito explained, ”Now that we are close I know where it is.”
”We should come up with a plan. Babidi doesn't employ weak soldiers.” the Supreme Kai warned. ”His other fighters are far superior to Spopovich and Yamu.”
”We should stop wasting time and just go.” Raditz said. ”We are going to have to fight them all anyways.”
”Raditz, I know you are powerful, but we should hear what the Supreme Kai has to say.” Piccolo tried to convince the emperor to wait. The galactic emperor dashed off in the direction of Babidi's base, leaving the others behind.
”I agree with my father.” Reiss said following after Raditz.
From a rocky plateau, Raditz and his son could see Spopovich and Yamu approaching a white stubby tower surrounded by overturned soil. The Saiyans could feel Piccolo and the Kais closing in on their location.
”It's a buried spaceship.” the Supreme Kai explained. He was annoyed the Saiyans left without waiting for any of his advice.
As Yamu and Spopovich approached the ship, the front door opened revealing a tall muscular man with red skin and a black goatee. The Supreme Kai's eyes widened with horror from the revelation of the man.
”Who is that?” Piccolo caught the look of surprise from the Kai.
”It's demon king, Dabura!” the Supreme Kai fearfully explained, ”He rules over the Demon Realm. I can't believe Babidi managed to control him. This is bad.”
”Can you do anything other than panic?” Raditz asked, ”If you can't, just sit back and watch.”
The emperor wasn't going to sit back and allow Yamu to hand over the energy he collected from Reiss. In a swift series of movements, Raditz appeared below the plateau between Dabura and Yamu. Everyone was stunned by the sudden appearance of an intruder. The white energy drain device Yamu was holding exploded in his hand.
”Who are you?” Dabura asked, narrowing his eyes.
”I'm Emperor Raditz, and you are trespassing on one of my planets.” Raditz walked closer to the Demon King. Behind Raditz, Spopovich and Yamu looked to be in serious distress as their bodies twisted and contorted.
The screams from his allies caused Dabura to glance behind Raditz to see them explode into red mist. Even though it was used on his allies, Dabura found Raditz to have an impressive killing method. Unfortunately, he destroyed the energy that was gathered to help his master resurrect Majin Buu. Otherwise, he would have been tempted to ask the newcomer to join them. Another powerful warrior added to their team would only be a benefit.
”Yes master.” Dabura seemed to be talking to himself. Raditz raised an eyebrow, wondering what the demon king was talking about.
”If you want to stop us, then you'll have to come get me.” Dabura said quickly retreating into the open door of the ship.