Finding Hope

Chapter 94: Going Back to the Future

Tsubaki's pov

After the intense sparring session with Vegeta, we returned to Capsule Corp so Bulma could finish working on the time machine. It seemed that I had gained some recognition from Vegeta, which made me feel so happy. That was the very first time that either of us had sparred together, and it was incredible that both he and my father have surely become more powerful over the years. Mom said something about them training with Beerus and Whis, which sounded crazy to me. Given how Beerus seemed to be a stickler for the rules, I doubted that he would allow them to train on his own planet. I remember Gohan telling me he nearly blew up Earth, so Dad had to fight him to stop Beerus's plans. In my opinion, I absolutely hate those in power, like Beerus. I couldn't believe just how much things had changed, especially since both Dad and Vegeta had managed to unlock new levels of Super Saiyan in just a span of a few years. Trunks and I had continued training after the last big battle we had, but we didn't have chances to actually reach new levels as our father's did. It made me admire them both even more, I wanted nothing more than to be able to reach that same level of power one day. My mind wandered off to my mother, who was currently back at Capsule Corp watching over the children. I couldn't imagine what she must have been feeling, she saw Goku Black face to face and he nearly killed her. She must be deeply traumatized, not just because of seeing him but she also lost Momma B like Trunks and I did. When we finally arrived at Capsule Corp, Bulma rushed off to finish working on the Time machine. I was brought out of my thoughts when Dad placed a hand on my shoulder, my brown eyes meeting his. "You did great out there, Tsu. I'm proud of you." Dad smiled, pulling me into his side. I melted into his hug, getting to hug him after all this time just seems to make all my troubles seem small. "Thanks, Dad." I hugged him back, mentally preparing myself for the upcoming trip. "Hey Goku, you have a message from Whis!" Bulma poked her head out of the window, the two of us looking at each other before looking at Bulma. "What's the matter, Bulma?" Dad asked, "Whis says it's urgent. He wants you to head over to their place." Bulma explained, "Alright!" Dad nodded, Bulma went back inside, and I pulled away from Dad to look at him. I didn't know how to feel about the urgent message that Whis and Beerus sent to Dad. I only hoped that it wasn't something bad. We already have too much going on dealing with Goku Black, Dad sensed my apprehension and wanted to reassure me that everything was going to be fine. "Don't look so worried, Tsu. Everything is going to be okay. Why don't you go rest up while I go handle whatever it is that Beerus and Whis want from me. I promise I'll be back soon." He reassured me, placing his hands on my shoulders. I nodded, giving him a small smile, and watched Dad leave before heading into the house.

"Hey," Arms wrapped around my bare waist as I was getting dressed in the bathroom, knowing who it was, I relaxed into his embrace and smiled. Closing my eyes, I let out a short sigh and just leaned into Trunks. "You were great out there. I've never seen you move so fast. It was amazing to watch you match my father's speed." Trunks said.

"You thought so?"

"Yes, I do. I could barely keep up with him in Super Saiyan Blue. It was amazing to see you land two hits." He smiled. We let the silence settle over us, enjoying each other's company. At this point, the future was unknown and all I could hope for was being able to live out the rest of my days with Trunks' and Mom. With Goku Black in the way, I couldn't see a future where we survived. "You think we'll finally be able to stop Black once and for all?" I asked, breaking the silence. "It's possible, we have Dad and Goku on our side. We just have to keep faith that we can do it. Now.. What do you say to a nice, comfortable nap?" He quipped, raising an eyebrow. "I say... A nap sounds lovely." Trunks' and I made our way into his room, slipping into bed with ease and while he managed to drift off to sleep with little problems, I had the opposite experience. I snuggled closer to Trunks', letting out a deep breath and closed my eyes.