Dragon Ball: The Adventures of Goku and Gine - Goku x Suno (English Version)

The Emperor Pilaf And His Gang

The Emperor Pilaf and His Gang

Goku, Gine, Bulma, and Oolong were traveling in the car given to them by Ox-King, driving through an immense forest of giant mushrooms. Gine was talking to her son Goku about the meaning of having a wife while Bulma and Oolong listened attentively.

_"Mom, let me see if I understand correctly: Having a wife means that I commit to a woman to be her companion for life with the intention of being with her until death do us part, having children, and forming a family, right?" Goku asked innocently.

_ "Basically, that's right," Gine said, smiling at her son.

_ "Mmm, I see. So, that's what Chi-Chi meant when she asked me to marry her when I grow up?" Goku asked his mother.

_ "That's right, and that's why I didn't let you commit to that girl even though she's a beautiful princess, because you're still a child and not ready for such an important and serious commitment. Besides, it wouldn't be right for you to have a wife you don't love," Gine told her son.

_ "Love? And what is that?" Goku asked, confused.

_ Gine, smiling, said to her son: "Falling in love is when you love a woman and want to share your life with her. When that happens, you'll feel like that woman owns your heart, and you'll be willing to stay by her side no matter the trials and adversities that come your way. But you have to be careful because the heart can be deceitful, as many people fall in love with someone who isn't right for them."

_ "Mmm, based on what you're telling me, Mom, I'm glad I didn't commit to Ox-King's daughter, because I don't feel anything like what you describe for Chi-Chi. But I don't understand—how will I know if I'm in love?" Goku asked.

_ "You'll discover that for yourself someday when you meet the right girl for you. But in the meantime, don't think too much about these things for now, as you're still a child and have a lot of growing and maturing to do," Gine said to her son.

_ "Your mom is right, Goku. But as you grow up and explore the world, I'm sure you'll find a good and lovely girl who will be perfect for you," Bulma said with a smile.

_ "Well, as for me, I'm not interested in those things at all. I'm only interested in training and becoming strong so that one day I can surpass my mom," Goku said, putting his hands behind his head.

_ Bulma sighed with a smile and said, "You say that because you're still a kid."

_ "Bulma is right, son. But when you meet the right girl for you, you'll see how beautiful and wonderful it will be to have that girl by your side. And you know what, Goku? Believe it or not, the day you fall in love with a girl, you'll become stronger than you can imagine. Because when you love someone, you want to protect them at all costs, and that will motivate you to be strong and reach unprecedented limits. Protecting someone you love makes you stronger and helps you break your limits. Never forget that," Gine said, smiling at her son.

_ "How so, Mom? I don't understand," Goku said, confused.

_ "You'll find out for yourself someday," Gine said.

_ "Well, I still think Gine should have engaged Goku to Ox-King's daughter to secure his future with a good fortune," Oolong said.

_ "You shut up!" Bulma said furiously, hitting Oolong.

_ "Ouch, you're so mean," Oolong whimpered in pain, making Goku and Gine laugh while Yamcha and Puar followed the four adventurers, waiting for the perfect opportunity to steal the Dragon Balls.

_ "You know, Mom? I'm glad you're by my side, because if you weren't, Chi-Chi would have taken advantage of my ignorance and forced me into a marriage I never sought. It terrifies me to think that I could have ended up marrying a girl I don't love, and I say this with all due respect to Chi-Chi," Goku said, a bit nervous.