Early the next morning, Master Roshi and the others prepared to leave.
“We’re heading out.”
“But even while you’re rebuilding Radish Town, don’t neglect your martial arts training.”
“We’ll have another match next time.”
“See you again!”
Everyone said their farewells before boarding the large aircraft Bulma had provided.
“Take care, everyone!”
Alvin, Lazuli, and Lapis stood together, waving until the plane disappeared into the distance.
Although they had only known each other for a short time, the battles they had fought side by side had forged a bond far deeper than ordinary friendship.
…
After seeing everyone off, Alvin’s father turned to his son.
“Alvin.”
“You should open a martial arts school.”
“Pass your skills on to the next generation.”
“Your brother and sister were already begging me this morning to let them learn martial arts.”
The suggestion caught Alvin off guard.
He had never seriously considered it.
For one thing, money wasn’t an issue.
His family was already the wealthiest in Radish Town and ranked among the richest families in the surrounding cities.
More importantly…
The original story had influenced his thinking.
Goku had become the strongest martial artist on Earth without ever opening a dojo or teaching students for a living.
Because of that, the idea had simply never crossed Alvin’s mind.
But now…
As he imagined himself establishing a martial arts school…
Training disciples whose Power Levels would someday reach tens of thousands…
Hundreds of thousands…
Even millions…
Following him across the universe…
Standing beside him in battles against powerful enemies…
Perhaps even competing together in the Tournament of Power hosted by Zeno…
The thought alone filled him with excitement.
“Alright.”
“I’ll do it.”
His father immediately became even more enthusiastic.
“Perfect!”
“Since we’re rebuilding the town anyway, I’ll reserve a huge piece of land for your dojo.”
“In the future, all your friends can teach there too.”
“We’ll build an enormous tournament arena.”
“The one you all fought on yesterday gave me plenty of inspiration.”
“And beside the arena…”
“We’ll erect a magnificent statue of the Guardian.”
“Everyone can train and compete under the Guardian’s blessing.”
The more his father spoke, the more excited he became.
Alvin, meanwhile…
Could only smile awkwardly.
He’s still not letting go of that Guardian statue idea…
…
Over the following days, Alvin threw himself into the reconstruction effort.
He coordinated construction sites throughout the town, helping oversee the rebuilding process.
Once news spread that every victim in Radish Town had somehow been brought back to life…
The Unified Government and North City immediately dispatched massive construction teams to accelerate the town’s recovery.
Five days later, Capsule Corporation also sent a large workforce and equipment, greatly easing the burden on Alvin’s family.
Everyone already knew the townspeople had returned from the dead.
But when word spread that the resurrection had supposedly been performed by the Guardian himself…
The entire world exploded into chaos.
As the person publicly believed to have met the Guardian…
Alvin instantly became the center of attention.
Wealthy businessmen.
Powerful politicians.
Influential figures from every corner of society.
They all came looking for him.
Every single day.
The constant visits nearly drove him insane.
…
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The first phase of Radish Town’s reconstruction was finally complete.
With the busiest period behind him, Alvin stole half a day away from work and climbed into the mountains with Lazuli.
Sitting together atop a massive boulder, they leaned against one another while overlooking the bustling town below.
Construction continued everywhere.
People laughed.
Children played.
Life had finally returned.
Alvin sighed.
“When the Dragon Balls become active again…”
“I’m definitely going to wish for everyone to forget the part where they were resurrected.”
“I’m so sick of being bothered.”
Over the past month, the endless stream of wealthy elites and politicians had exhausted him.
Every one of them wanted the same thing.
To use him as a bridge to the Guardian.
Maybe they couldn’t obtain immortality…
But if they could extend their lives even a little…
They would do anything.
Lazuli smiled faintly.
“That’s just how powerful people are.”
“You don’t have to pay attention to them.”
“Every now and then…”
“Show them your strength.”
“Make sure they understand what happens if they provoke you.”
“A little intimidation now will prevent someone from getting foolish enough to threaten your family later.”
Alvin nodded thoughtfully.
She was right.
Some people only respected power.
The two quietly enjoyed the rare moment of peace, watching the thriving town below.
After a long silence…
“Close your eyes.”
“I want to tell you a secret.”
Lazuli smiled mysteriously.
“Open them.”
When Alvin opened them again, he froze.
Lazuli was floating effortlessly in midair.
His eyes widened in surprise.
“You’ve already learned to fly?”
“Your martial arts progress is incredible.”
From what Alvin could sense, Lazuli’s Power Level had already surpassed fifty.
Among ordinary humans, that already qualified her as an elite martial artist—stronger even than Mr.
Satan, who was still fighting his way through the professional boxing circuit in pursuit of a championship.
After circling through the sky for a while, Lazuli gently descended beside him.
“I’m still nowhere near you or Goku.”
“Lapis and I can only stay airborne for about fifteen minutes.”
“Our ki is still too weak to support longer flights.”
Even so, satisfaction filled her face.
She had only been training for a single month.
She still had plenty of room to grow.
Alvin couldn’t help smiling.
He had never expected Lazuli to possess such extraordinary talent even before becoming an Android.
If Broly was the legendary Super Saiyan blessed with monstrous potential…
Then Lazuli and Lapis could only be described as legendary Earthlings.
“Maybe I really should build that dojo after all…”
“Who knows?
There might be even more people with talent like Lazuli waiting to be discovered.”
The idea he’d nearly abandoned suddenly became appealing again.
For a brief moment, another thought crossed his mind.
Being the person closest to the Guardian…
…wasn’t necessarily such a bad thing.
If truly evil people appeared in the future…
He could simply judge them himself and eliminate them before they climbed into positions of power.
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Alvin had no interest in becoming some righteous vigilante.
He’d much rather spend that time finding stronger opponents and increasing his Power Level.
After all…
He had no intention of becoming cannon fodder in the future era of exploding power levels— or serving as the sacrificial victim whose death inspired the protagonist to awaken Super Saiyan.
…
The two remained on the mountaintop together until sunset.
Only when the last rays of sunlight painted the horizon gold did they reluctantly prepare to leave.
Watching Lazuli’s departing figure, Alvin rubbed the small box hidden inside his pocket.
He hesitated.
Seeing his expression, Lazuli turned around.
“Isn’t there something you wanted to say?”
Bathed in the golden glow of the setting sun, her short blonde hair fluttered gently in the evening breeze.
Taking a deep breath, Alvin stepped forward.
“Lazuli…”
“Once Radish Town has been fully rebuilt…”
“Will you marry me?”
He knelt on one knee and opened the ring box in his hand.
His voice was sincere.
Without the slightest hesitation, Lazuli smiled brightly.
“Of course.”
To Alvin’s complete surprise…
She took out a ring of her own.
Instead of allowing him to place the ring on her finger…
She slipped hers onto his hand first.
“From now on…”
“You’re mine.”
Alvin blinked in confusion.
…Wait.
Wasn’t I supposed to put the ring on her finger?
Lazuli raised a tiny fist and waved it threateningly.
“And if I ever catch you getting too close to other girls…”
“I’ll make you regret it.”
After delivering her warning, she turned and skipped away with light, cheerful steps.
Leaving behind a thoroughly bewildered Alvin.
…
Still dazed from being completely outmaneuvered, Alvin flew home and told his family that he and Lazuli had decided to get married.
The reaction was explosive.
His parents became more excited than either of them.
“We need more construction crews!”
“The town has to be finished as soon as possible!”
They immediately began discussing accelerating every remaining project.
It took Alvin considerable effort to calm them down.
“Mom…
Dad…”
“The town isn’t that big.”
“Hiring more workers won’t make things any faster.”
“It’ll only get in everyone’s way.”
“It’s better to finish everything properly.”
Only then did his parents reluctantly give up the idea.
…
Three busy months passed.
At long last…
Radish Town’s reconstruction was complete.
That day, the entire town was decorated with colorful banners and lanterns.
The streets were alive with celebration, as though a grand festival had arrived.
Under the blessings of the entire town…
Alvin and Lazuli were married.
Several other couples who had fallen in love during the reconstruction also chose the same day to hold their weddings.
Over the past few months, both Alvin and Lazuli had turned eighteen, officially reaching the legal marriage age in the Dragon Ball world.
The ceremony was held in Guardian Plaza.
Although the planned statue of the Guardian had yet to be erected…
The newlyweds stood together at the center of the square, surrounded by cheering townspeople.
Amid countless heartfelt blessings…
The two officially began the next chapter of their lives together.