Chapitre 10: Chapter 10 : Famine or Goku?
Goku finished the last of the pizzas that Makima had spent on him, and he made sure to toss them away in a garbage can instead of just leaving them on the park bench.
The Control Devil wondered who would win in an eating contest, Famine or Goku?
The more she thought about it the more she actually hurt her brain thinking about the idea of Goku literally out-eating the literal manifestation of famine.
Deciding it would be better to focus on something else completely, Makima turned back to their mission objective.
She, and her unregistered tagalong, were tasked with hunting down the Mech Devil and capturing it.
Said target had been spotted appearing through West City, disguising itself into vehicles to trick people into entering it, and anyone who did went missing.
"What's a Mech Devil?"
If anyone asks, Makima did NOT flinch from the monkey's sudden question.
"It's likely a devil born from people's fears of machines like cars, jets, planes, and etc." Makima explained.
"A machine, huh? I don't know much about machines."
"To nobody's shock."
"But Bulma knows a lot about machines! So, let's go see her!" Goku suggested, excited about seeing one of his closest friends.
Makima had to admit that for once he had a good idea. The Briefs family would be the best people to enlist the aid of if they wish to deal with their target. "I see, are you certain that you're friends with Bulma Briefs?"
"Yup!"
"Are you certain that we wouldn't need to schedule an appointment ahead of time?"
"I just walk through the front door."
"I see. Let us be on our way then." Makima stood up from the bench, then she took Goku's hand.
"Huh? Why did you grab my hand?" Goku asked.
"To ensure you don't get lost this time." Makima smiled. A master should always keep her 'pet' in her view.
"I didn't get lost last time."
"You destroyed the division HQ after I told you to sit still."
"Yeah, that was pretty fun! Maybe I should do it again?"
"Don't."
Capsule Corporation, the leading business in technology that helped push the world's advancement by several decades, was a magnificent building to behold.
Not that it was Makima's first time seeing it, but actually taking the chance to go inside was interesting enough.
The design, the architecture, and the bustling employees rushing off to complete their assignments.
Oddly enough it reminded her of the Public Safety Offices on a good day. Which usually meant that half of the hunters hadn't perished in a mission.
"BUUUUULLLLLLLLLLLMMMMMMMMMMAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!" Makima winced slightly but stood mostly unfazed by his loud scream.
However, she did hate the way everyone started staring at them as if they were some lost children.
One stare from her had all of the employees retreating back to their own business.
"Did you have to shout?" She asked.
"How else would I get Bulma's attention?" Goku asked back.
Makima's eyes stared at the receptionist desk for a moment. "Yes… I wonder how."
"OH! I wonder who could've been shouting like that!" Both children turned to see a slender woman with fluffy blonde hair, dressed in a beautiful white sundress and heels, walking over to them. "It's just you, Goku!"
"Mrs. Briefs!" Goku exclaimed happily.
"Bulma's Mother, then." Makima concluded.
Panchy Briefs smiled at the small boy before gasping at the sight of Makima. "Oh hello, dear! I didn't think I'd see the day Goku would bring a little girlfriend with him!"
"You're mistaken." Makima was very quick to refute the hilariously incorrect assumption of their relationship.
"We are… 'friends'." She lied. The young devil would never lower herself to take part in…romantic relationships with humans or otherwise.
All living beings were her 'pets' to control after all.
"What's a girlfriend? Is that food?" An annoying little monkey asked.
"No, it's not food." Makima corrected him.
"Then what is it?" Goku asked.
"Something that we will never be."
"But we're friends, right?"
"...Yes."
Panchy looked confused. "But if you're not his girlfriend, then why are you holding his hand?"
They were still holding hands?
Makima released her hand from Goku's quickly, ignoring how cold she felt after dislodging their touch. "I was ensuring that Goku wouldn't get lost."
"Ah, as any good girlfriend would do!"
A chain would've entered the woman's brain had Goku not changed the subject. "Mrs. Briefs, do you know where Bulma is? We need to find her to get some help about some macho devil."
"Mech Devil."
"Yeah, that's what I said!" He paid no mind to the flat stare Makima gave him.
"Normally I would advise to stay away from devils, but since it's you, Goku, I'm sure it'll be no issue for you.
Bulma isn't here right now, unfortunately, she's out buying a gift for her upcoming anniversary with Yamcha." Panchy explained.
"Darn. Where would she be now?" Goku asked.
"Try checking the boutiques or malls around the city. Knowing her, she'll be shopping all afternoon." Panchy answered.
Makima nodded her head. "I see. Thank you for the information. C'mon, Goku." The Control Devil turned to leave.
"Thanks, Mrs. Briefs!" Goku exclaimed, following Makima.
Panchy waved the two goodbyes with her usual smile. "What a nice girl Goku's found. They'd make a cute couple, I think."
Goku and Makima spent the entire afternoon searching the city for Bulma, but the two failed to find the heiress at any of the stores.
She had asked around if anyone had seen the esteemed teenager, and while some admitted having seen her, they had no idea where she could've gone.
Makima looked up at the evening sky, frowning at the time that was wasted. She had hoped that this mission would be completed before the day ended, but it seemed that things weren't in her favor today. "Come, I'll secure us a place to stay tonight."
Goku shook his head, grinning. "No need! We can just stay at Capsule Corp tonight!"
Makima saw the logic in his suggestion. "As long as it's okay with them, then I see no harm. Of course, this could be a great way to see if we can catch Bulma and gain her aid."
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