After extinguishing the flames of Frypan Mountain and finding the sixth Dragon Ball, Yuujin and his companions were planning to leave. However, the Ox-King warmly invited them to stay at his castle for a couple of days.
With thoughts of the Ox-King's daughter in mind, Yuujin figured this could be a good chance to get closer to Chi-Chi, so he agreed to stay.
For the next few days, Yuujin and Bulma's group stayed at the Ox-King's castle, enjoying life by feasting and drinking daily. Although most of Yuujin's attention was focused on Chi-Chi, he also sparred with the Ox-King when he had free time, practicing martial arts.
As Master Roshi's second disciple, the Ox-King was quite strong, with a powerful physique and brute strength. By human standards, he was definitely a top-tier martial artist.
Naturally, he was no match for Yuujin, who could defeat him effortlessly if he wished. But since it was just friendly sparring, and the Ox-King was technically his senior, Yuujin didn't take it too seriously, treating it more as a playful match.
Still, the Ox-King was astonished. No matter how hard he tried, his young junior could easily fend off his attacks.
Amazed at Yuujin's strength at such a young age, the Ox-King's admiration grew, and he even joked about making his daughter Chi-Chi Yuujin's wife one day.
Yuujin couldn't help but laugh at his straightforward senior. He had his eye on Chi-Chi already, but hearing this was certainly good news!
"Thank you, Ox-King, for your hospitality. But Bulma, Goku, and I should get going," Yuujin said one day, savoring a glass of wine.
"You're leaving already? You're welcome to stay longer," the Ox-King replied, clearly reluctant, as was Chi-Chi. Over the days, she had become close friends with Goku and grown fond of Yuujin, even admiring him, so she wasn't ready to see them go.
"We've already taken enough of your time, and we still have one last Dragon Ball to find."
"But—"
"Chi-Chi, would you like to come with us?"
Turning to Chi-Chi, Yuujin offered with a smile.
"Me, go with you?" Chi-Chi looked surprised.
"Yes! It's super fun adventuring with us! And you have a natural talent for martial arts, Chi-Chi. I'd love to guide you," Yuujin said, seeing her potential.
Yuujin admired Chi-Chi not only for her cuteness but also for her martial arts talent. Even at her young age, she was already strong enough to take on three to five grown men with ease.
In the original Dragon Ball, Chi-Chi's talent was evident; though she only trained with her father in the Turtle School techniques, she had a power level exceeding one hundred—a formidable female martial artist. If Yuujin could help her develop, her future potential would be extraordinary. Though her strength couldn't match the Saiyan blood of Goku, she'd surpass characters like Krillin and Tien!
And if Chi-Chi joined them, Yuujin could also start a special training plan for her...
"So, Chi-Chi, do you want to join us?" Yuujin asked with a smile, hoping to see his efforts pay off.
"Yes, I do!" Chi-Chi responded excitedly. Turning to her father, she said, "Daddy, I want to go with Yuujin and the others!"
The Ox-King doted on Chi-Chi and rarely refused her requests. Though he felt a bit lonely thinking about living alone, he nodded in agreement.
"Ox-King, why not join Master Roshi and Gohan? We'll visit often with Chi-Chi," Yuujin suggested, hoping to ease his concern.
"Right! I've been wanting to see Master Roshi and Gohan again!" The Ox-King brightened at the thought. He missed them and felt the arrangement would work well.
"But... what about my treasure?"
Yuujin chuckled and turned to Bulma. "Bulma, lend Ox-King a few of your Hoi-Poi capsules."
"Sure thing!" she said. Since the Ox-King had let her choose several jewels, a few capsules were no big deal.
…
"Goodbye, Ox-King!"
"Goodbye, Daddy!"
"Goodbye, Chi-Chi, Yuujin, Goku!"
As they waved farewell from their Nimbus clouds, the group set off to find the final Dragon Ball, while the Ox-King prepared to visit Master Roshi and Gohan on Turtle Island.
"Yuujin, are we going to find this Dragon Ball now?" Chi-Chi asked as they soared away from Frypan Mountain.
"That's right," Yuujin replied. "But first, we have one other stop."
"What stop?"
"You'll see soon enough…"
…
At Korin Tower—
"Amazing! Master Korin, is this Flying Nimbus really for me?" Chi-Chi asked happily, clutching a fluffy cloud.
"Yes, it's all yours. Flying Nimbus is meant for those with pure hearts," Korin said, stroking his whiskers.
To make travel easier, Yuujin had brought Chi-Chi to Korin Tower, where he requested a Flying Nimbus for her. As Earth's Guardian, his status made this a simple request, which Korin readily granted.
"Thank you so much, Master Korin!"
Cheering, Chi-Chi jumped onto her cloud, flying joyfully around the tower.
"Hey, Master Korin, could I get a Flying Nimbus too?" Bulma asked hopefully.
"Nimbus is only for those with pure hearts," Korin replied with a slow glance. "You can ride with Yuujin on the Black Nimbus."
Bulma's face fell in frustration. "So stingy!"
To be continued…