Paths to Power and Secrets of the Omniverse (Part 2)
"I'm going to be a father!" Gohan exclaimed. The news spread almost instantly across the universe; this was surely a cause for celebration!
"Really?" Goku chimed in as he and Vegeta approached. "Congratulations, Gohan."
Donna turned to Barbara and Damian. "And you two? Why are you here?" Barbara stepped forward, pushing Damian aside.
"I am Barbara Gordon, also known as Batgirl of Gotham," she introduced, seizing the opportunity. "And this is Robin of Gotham," she added. Damian rolled his eyes but was relieved she didn't reveal his real name.
Donna nodded. "How strong are you? You must possess tremendous strength to be here!" Barbara and Damian exchanged glances before Barbara clarified.
"We don't have super strength, but we know how to fight," she explained. Donna understood. "Would you like to spar sometime?" she asked Barbara, who smiled and nodded. 'Sure, once I start training,' Barbara thought, hoping the strength she'd gain from training under a god would help her keep up with an Amazon in a fight. She had the skill but lacked the power.
After things calmed down, everyone entered the main castle. "This is my home for the moment," Gohan explained, leading everyone to the dining palace.
"Since our numbers have gone up, I'll move everyone into my second palace. We'll have a few more joining us later," he explained.
Once everyone was settled, they all made their way towards the dining palace. Donna, Batgirl, Karen, Zatanna, and Damian walked together. "So what do you think our training will be like?" Damian asked. Batgirl shrugged.
Donna, on the other hand, was buzzing with energy. "I haven't the faintest clue, but I imagine it will be grueling and full of obstacles to overcome!" she exclaimed, barely able to contain her excitement.
Batgirl smiled. "Well, I think we shouldn't get in our own heads. I want to have a clear mind so I can focus completely," she finished, as Damian raised an eyebrow.
"Okay, guru," he teased, and Barbara glared at him.
Zatanna walked ahead of them before turning to face Barbara, Damian, Donna, and Karen. "Who cares? I might learn magic from a being older than the Tower of Fate!" she whispered excitedly. 'I have a real chance to surpass Nabu and maybe get my father back!' she clenched her fist and grinned before turning and walking forward.
Karen silently followed behind them, listening in and understanding their excitement. 'I always thought I would hit a plateau, but now I can surpass Clark!' she thought. She had always wanted to at least help him carry the weight of being a champion.
Soon they ate, and Gohan led them to the training field. "I know you've just arrived, but right now, getting stronger is the most important thing for you all. So, the earlier you can begin your training, the better! I will help train you all as well. Vermont is a really advanced master to start with, so for now, I will train you," Gohan explained as Goku and Vegeta walked up behind him.
"I think it's best you leave them to us!" Goku interjected, surprising Gohan. "Dad? Vegeta?" Gohan asked, glancing at the two.
Goku smirked and placed his hand on his son's shoulder. "You're the strongest right now, so Vegeta and I agreed that you deserve to train the most. The only real question is, who do you think we should train?" Goku asked. He had no idea whether he or Vegeta would be the better option for them individually.
"I concur," Vermont suddenly appeared. "Are you ready to leave for the 7th, my lord?" he asked. Gohan nodded slowly; he hadn't planned on leaving so soon, but it seemed like his father, Vegeta, and Vermont agreed on this.
"The time chamber is waiting for you, Gohan," Goku said with a thumbs up. "Oh, but visit your mother first; she might kill me first if you don't," Goku added, as both he and Gohan sweat-dropped at the idea of an angry Chi-Chi.
Turning to the group of heroes, Gohan said, "Alright, I'm sure you all already know hand-to-hand combat or some form of formal martial arts, except maybe you, Power Girl?" Gohan inquired. Karen shrugged and nodded; her overwhelming power had always been unstoppable, so she'd never needed to train and hone her strength.
"Alright, Karen, I think my father would be a good teacher for you," Gohan said. Goku smiled and waved. "He'll help you learn control and how to properly use your strength."
Gohan then turned to Damian. 'Why did I suddenly shudder?' Damian wondered. Gohan pointed at the other spiky-haired man, and Damian glanced at Donna as their attention was grabbed.
"Vegeta will be your master," Gohan explained to Donna and Damian. "His aggressive and calculated style will complement your abilities," he added. Damian smirked as he looked at Vegeta, who was staring back at him.
Vegeta smirked back. 'This will be fun,' he thought. He saw the arrogance in Damian's eyes, which reminded him of his younger self. He'd have to beat that out of the boy before it negatively impacted his actions. A cocky attitude was fine, but you needed to back up your words. Donna was different; Vegeta eyed her carefully.
Her toned physique suggested strength, and her Ki signature felt larger than the average person's. If she was associated with Diana, she surely had great potential. 'Her fighting style might be too proper and noble,' Vegeta thought. He needed to instill a more aggressive fighting style in her; she needed to be able to take a hit and keep moving.
Goku walked up to Power Girl and eyed her up and down, making her uncomfortable. She glared at him. "You got a problem!?" she asked. Goku quickly backed up upon sensing a bad headache approaching.
Rubbing his head gently, he shook his head. Karen was about to continue but stopped. 'No way, did he know I was about to hit him?' the thought hadn't even travelled down to her fist yet.