The pod hummed softly, its rhythmic pulses filling the silence as Alex stared into the vast, endless void beyond. She had time, time to think, to remember, to reflect.
Memories unfolded like threads woven into her soul, spanning two lifetimes—one she had left behind, and one she was about to begin.
Her past life had been good, at least in the beginning. A warm childhood surrounded by her parents and three siblings. Laughing at the dinner table, racing through the yard, late nights spent whispering stories under blankets.
Then, everything changed.
Her mother's death had been sudden, an ache that never truly faded. And after that, her siblings, once inseparable, began to drift. One chasing a career, another a family, the last vanishing into their own world, leaving Celes alone with her father.
She remembered him, hardworking, steady, someone who quietly carried the weight of his grief while trying to keep their lives together. When it was just the two of them, their home felt quieter, emptier. But despite everything, he had been there for her.
Until she wasn't there for him.
A wave of guilt crept in as she considered it. How is he doing now? Did he mourn? Did her siblings come back together for the funeral, or had they remained scattered? Was her father alone now, just as she had been before the end?
She would never know.
The realization settled heavily in her chest. There was no going back, no second chances in that world. She had left it behind—forever.
And yet, something inside her whispered that she had to carry it forward.
She wasn't just Alex anymore. She was reborn, forged anew in a universe that demanded strength.
Then, memories of this new life surfaced, her awakening in the void, the spin of the wheel, the weight of every decision. The thrill of securing a Saiyan body. The shock of landing in the Dragon Ball universe.
And in the midst of those thoughts, something clicked.
A name.
Her Saiyan name.
Celes.
The realization bloomed within her, solidifying her identity in ways she hadn't expected. She wasn't just Alex anymore, she was Celes, a Saiyan twin bound to one of the most important figures in history.
She turned her head slightly, glancing at the tiny figure beside her, Kakarot.
Her twin.
His face was peaceful, unaware of the storm of thoughts crashing through her own mind. He was just another soul drifting toward Earth, his fate already set, destined for battles that would shake the very fabric of existence.
But now? Now, she was part of it.
She took a deep breath, steadied herself, and let the past settle within her like an ember instead of a wound.
"I hope they're okay."
And with that, she closed her eyes, waiting for the moment her new life truly began.
The soft hum of the pod's engines filled the silence as Celes pulled herself out of her lingering memories. The past had settled within her, woven into the fabric of her identity, but now… now, she needed to focus.
How much longer until she reached Earth?
She shifted slightly, adjusting to the confines of the pod, her small Saiyan body unfamiliar yet instinctively strong. The emptiness of space stretched infinitely beyond the curved glass, stars flickering against the void. There was no way to tell how much time had passed since she was launched. Was she nearly there, or still drifting through the endless dark?
Then, something shifted within her mind.
A presence, not a voice, not a thought, but something vast. Controlled. Calculated.
Before she could even react, a smooth, precise tone resonated directly into her consciousness:
"Activation Complete. Greetings, Celes. I am Ultimate Skill: Wisdom King Raphael."
Her breath caught.
She blinked, her mind racing to process what just happened. Raphael? The ability I spun for?
Before she could ask, the voice continued, utterly composed, utterly efficient.
"Would you like an analysis of your current status and pod trajectory?"
Celes exhaled sharply, her shock quickly shifting into realization. This isn't just an ability—it's a living system inside my mind.
And with Raphael at her side, she was about to change everything.
Celes took a steady breath, her mind adjusting to the presence of Wisdom King Raphael within her consciousness.
"Yes," she confirmed, the thought flowing seamlessly through their shared connection.
Immediately, an efficient response followed:
"Analyzing pod trajectory..."
A pause brief, calculated. Then the result appeared in her mind with absolute clarity.
"Estimated time until arrival: Three weeks."
Three weeks. That was more time than she expected, but it made sense, Planet Vegeta was deep in space, and Earth was far removed from the Saiyan Empire's territory.
Before she could dwell on it further, Raphael continued:
"Performing status analysis..."
Her body pulsed faintly, the energy within her shifting as Raphael gathered data. Then—
"Physical Condition: Stable. Growth Rate: Optimal. Energy Signature: Developing. Combat Potential: High."
"Saiyan Traits: Latent. Zenkai Activation: Unawakened. Tail Functionality: Normal."
Celes frowned slightly, absorbing the information. Most of her Saiyan abilities were dormant, unsurprising since she was just a baby at this stage. But combat potential? High?
That was promising.
A slow grin formed. Guess I'll be getting strong pretty fast.
Celes took a breath, feeling the rhythmic hum of the pod surrounding her. Three weeks until Earth. Three weeks of waiting. But that didn't mean she had to be passive, she needed to understand everything about herself.
"Raphael," she instructed internally, "list all of my abilities, including those of my Saiyan body."
A brief pause, then the smooth, precise voice responded:
"Acknowledged. Compiling all abilities..."
A faint pulse of energy echoed within her mind as Raphael organized the data.
▶ Ultimate Skill: Wisdom King Raphael
Absolute Calculation – Instantaneous analysis of any situation, perfect predictions, and advanced probability assessment.
Thought Acceleration – Processes information at an incomprehensible speed, allowing near-instant strategy formation.
Parallel Processing – Ability to separate tasks into distinct thought streams, analyzing multiple things at once.
Auto-Evolution – Enhances and refines existing abilities for maximum efficiency.
Systematic Combat Support – Provides real-time battle analysis, predicting enemy movements, optimizing attacks, and adjusting responses instantly.
Mental Barrier – Prevents mental manipulation, illusion-based attacks, and external control attempts.
Celes absorbed the details, a slow grin forming. That's… insane. Every ability here practically guaranteed that she would never make a miscalculated decision in battle, or anywhere else.
Then, Raphael continued.
▶ Saiyan Biological Traits
Zenkai Boost (Dormant) – Extreme increases in power after recovering from near-fatal injuries.
Saiyan Durability – A naturally resistant body capable of enduring immense physical strain.
Saiyan Combat Instincts – Innate aggression and battle intuition, allowing rapid adaptation in fights.
Limitless Growth Potential – Exponential power increases through training and battle experience.
Enhanced Reflexes & Strength – Far beyond human limitations, with exceptional agility and reaction speed.
Oozaru Transformation (Pending Activation) – Gigantic Great Ape form triggered by exposure to a full moon, multiplying strength by ten.
Ki Manipulation (Latent) – The ability to harness, shape, and control energy for attacks, flight, and defensive techniques.
Saiyan Hunger – Higher-than-normal metabolism requiring increased food intake.
Celes took a steady breath, absorbing the sheer weight of the information Raphael had provided. Her Saiyan biology was powerful, limitless growth, resilience, and the famed Zenkai Boost. She had everything necessary to become strong.
But strong wasn't enough.
She had three weeks before she arrived on Earth. Three weeks of untapped potential.
"Raphael," she thought, her mind sharp with determination, "begin a full analysis of my Saiyan genes. Optimize every aspect of my physiology, push me to the pinnacle of our race."
There was a brief pause, almost as if the system was considering her request. Then, a response.
"Acknowledged. Initiating Genetic Optimization."
A surge of awareness flooded her.
"Analyzing Saiyan gene structure..."
"Identifying potential evolutionary routes..."
Celes' breath hitched. She could feel something shifting within her, as if the very foundation of her being was awakening. Then—
"Recommended Optimization: Evolutionary Apex—Legendary Saiyan."
Her heart pounded.
The Legendary Saiyan—the pinnacle of her kind. The existence of beings like Broly, those capable of achieving levels far beyond the traditional limits of even the strongest fighters. And now she was about to undergo that transformation at the genetic level.
Raphael continued.
"Beginning gradual enhancement. Genetic framework stabilizing. Expected results: Increased combat growth rate, heightened energy reserves, superior adaptability."
A slow grin formed on her lips.
This wasn't just reincarnation.
This was evolution.
Celes settled into the hum of her pod, feeling the subtle energy shifts as Raphael worked on her genetic optimization. She knew the Legendary Saiyan upgrade would take time, but that didn't mean she couldn't refine herself even further.
"Raphael," she thought, "can you remove the uncontrollable rage from my Great Ape form? I want full control over it."
"Analyzing…"
A brief pause, then Raphael responded with its usual precision:
"Uncontrollable rage in Great Ape transformation is linked to specific neural pathways that override logical reasoning. Adjustments to cerebral function can enable rational control over the form. Implementing modification now."
Celes smirked. No more mindless destruction, now I'd actually be able to use the form properly.
But there was one more thing she needed.
"Optimize my metabolism," she instructed, "I want to gain more energy from less food. Saiyan's eat too much, and I don't need that slowing me down."
Again, Raphael processed the request.
"Saiyan metabolism is designed for high-energy output, requiring extreme caloric intake to sustain power levels. Adjusting efficiency for greater energy absorption from smaller meals. Implementation in progress."
A slow, satisfied grin spread across her face.
With each passing moment, she was becoming something more, something beyond a normal Saiyan, beyond even the strongest warriors in history. She wasn't just evolving.
She was perfecting herself.
Celes took a deep breath, feeling the subtle shifts happening within her body. The genetic optimization was already underway, pushing her Saiyan physiology to its absolute peak. But raw strength wasn't enough, she needed to learn, to master abilities beyond what any Saiyan had naturally possessed.
"Raphael," she thought, her mind sharp with intent, "begin the process of acquiring and refining these techniques for future use: Ultra Instinct, Ultra Ego, Kai Kai, Shin's Healing Technique, and the transformation process for a Legendary Super Saiyan."
The smooth, precise voice responded immediately.
"Acknowledged. Initiating ability acquisition and refinement protocols."
A surge of awareness flooded her mind as Raphael broke down the individual skills, preparing them for development.
▶ Ultra Instinct (Conceptual Processing)
The ability to move and react without conscious thought—pure instinct-driven combat.Requires mind-body separation, eliminating hesitation in battle.Progress: Mental adaptability training initiated. Concept refinement in progress.
▶ Ultra Ego (Combat Adaptation)
A power-focused state, utilizing pure aggression to amplify strength.Requires unwavering dominance in battle, the more damage taken, the greater the power increase.Progress: Psychological foundation reinforcement initiated. Energy absorption concepts analyzed.
▶ Kai Kai (Instantaneous Movement)
A higher-tier teleportation ability, capable of instant travel between vast distances.Requires precise spatial awareness and control over divine energy signatures.Progress: Spatial manipulation theory analyzed. Initial framework established.
▶ Shin's Healing Technique
A divine healing ability, capable of restoring life-threatening injuries instantly.Requires deep Ki control and spiritual attunement.Progress: Energy recalibration methods analyzed. Healing efficiency optimization underway.
▶ Legendary Super Saiyan Transformation (Genetic Activation)
A unique Saiyan transformation, vastly enhancing strength and energy reserves.Requires controlled energy release, balancing power with mental clarity.Progress: Genetic markers identified. Controlled activation theory being refined.
Celes absorbed the information Raphael had given her. The process of acquiring these techniques wouldn't be instant, true mastery took time.
"Raphael, confirm integration timelines for each ability," she instructed internally.
A pause, then the system responded.
"Ultra Instinct and Ultra Ego—Projected Integration: 17 years remaining."
Both abilities required profound mastery over mind-body separation and combat dominance, meaning full perfection would take time.Raphael would begin conceptual processing immediately, ensuring that once her power reached the necessary threshold, she would adapt seamlessly.
"Kai Kai and Shin's Healing Technique—Projected Integration: 7 years remaining."
Being divine techniques, they required deep control over Godly Ki—far beyond Normal Ki.Their acquisition would develop gradually over the years, allowing her to wield them when the time was right.
"Legendary Super Saiyan Transformation—Projected Integration: 3 weeks remaining."
Unlike the others, this wasn't a technique, it was innate.The genetic optimization was already underway, meaning she would unlock the transformation by the time she landed on Earth.
Celes smirked. Perfect.
She wasn't rushing toward power, she was building toward dominance.
Celes exhaled, feeling the quiet hum of the pod surrounding her. The transformation had begun, her genes refined, her abilities mapped out, her power waiting to awaken in time.
She had done everything she could to prepare herself for her new life. Now, all that was left was the journey.
"Raphael," she instructed internally, "put me into sleep mode for the remaining three weeks until we arrive on Earth. Wake me up the moment we land."
A brief pause, then the smooth voice responded:
"Acknowledged. Initiating stasis mode."
A wave of calm washed over her.
Her consciousness faded.
Her body, now optimized beyond normal Saiyan limits, settled into a dormant state—her cells still refining, her energy still growing beneath the surface. She was drifting through space, unknowingly becoming more than she had ever imagined.
And when she woke up?
She would arrive on Earth.
She would step into her new life.
She would become legendary.
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