Boom!
The topic was a heavy one. Goku, Chi-Chi—even Bulma—felt their hearts churn like a storm-tossed sea.
They didn't understand why Gran would say such things, but if things continued according to Chi-Chi's plans, Gohan would undoubtedly abandon martial arts training in the future.
Which meant..
If Earth ever faced a catastrophe even Goku couldn't withstand, then Gohan would inevitably meet the fate Gran had just described.
"Goku!"
Chi-Chi buried her face into Goku's chest, trembling. She didn't dare imagine a future where her son died.
"Gran… will that future you mentioned really happen?" Bulma asked anxiously.
Goku was her closest friend, and Gohan was like a junior to her—she didn't want to see that kind of tragedy unfold.
"I only said it's a possibility."
Gran stepped forward and patted Goku on the shoulder.
"This child's potential is terrifyingly obvious. I hope you don't waste it."
"…I won't!"
Hearing that Gohan might die because of a scholar's path, Goku no longer hesitated. His tone was firmer than ever before.
Chi-Chi heard him clearly—but this time, she didn't argue.
What they didn't know was that when they would later meet Future Trunks, they would finally understand why Gran had said all this… and feel grateful for the decision they were about to make.
"Well then, it's time for me to take my leave. Thank you for your hospitality."
Gran prepared to leave, but suddenly paused and turned back toward Goku.
"Oh, right, Kakarot—do you remember when you were a child, searching for Dragon Balls, and stumbled upon that pirate treasure? There are plenty of treasures like that on Earth."
With that, Gran left the house alongside Whis and the others.
Bulma glanced at Goku and Chi-Chi, then at Gran's departing figure, before quickly following after them.
Soon, only the family of three remained.
After Gran had completely disappeared from sight, Chi-Chi suddenly pulled away from Goku's embrace.
Her emotions surged.
"Goku! What did Big Brother Gran mean by pirate treasure and golden treasure?!"
"Huh?"
Goku blinked, caught off guard. To be honest, he didn't fully understand what Gran meant either.
"I kind of forgot… let me think."
"Hurry up and think!!"
Chi-Chi clenched her fists, clearly agitated.
Pirate treasure. Golden treasure.
Just hearing those words smelled like money.
Originally, she didn't care much about money—after all, her father's castle was filled with wealth.
But after getting married, she had finally witnessed Goku's appetite firsthand. With how much he ate, the prize money from the World Martial Arts Tournament was nowhere near enough.
At this rate, they might have to rely on her father's support sooner or later!
That was exactly why she had wanted Gohan to become a scholar—only then could their family earn serious money.
But now…
If those treasures really existed, she wouldn't have to worry about their future at all.
And if that was the case—
Then the whole "Gohan becoming a scholar" plan could be thrown out entirely.
"I remember now!"
Goku suddenly brightened.
"When Bulma and I were searching for the third Dragon Ball, we were chased by General Blue of the Red Ribbon Army. We accidentally stumbled into a pirate treasure hideout!"
His eyes sparkled with nostalgia as he continued excitedly,
"I remember there was tons of gold and jewels! Under the light, everything was shining—it looked amazing!"
Goku spoke innocently, describing the treasure in vivid detail.
He had no idea what it meant for their family.
But Chi-Chi did.
The more she listened, the more excited she became. Her cheeks flushed red with anticipation.
"Goku!"
She suddenly grabbed his arm tightly.
Startled, Goku nearly jumped.
"What's wrong?"
"I don't want Gohan to become a scholar anymore! I want you to train him properly and make him a great martial artist!"
"Huh? Why the sudden change?" Goku was delighted—but also confused.
"With all that pirate treasure and gold, we've got plenty of money! Why would Gohan need to become some scholar?!"
Chi-Chi looked at little Gohan in Goku's arms, her voice trembling with concern.
"Big Brother Gran already said it—what if Gohan loses his life because of that dream? What would I do then?!"
"Wait, that's not right…"
Goku ignored her last sentence and said hesitantly,
"Chi-Chi, those treasures sank into the ocean a long time ago. How can that be considered our money?"
The moment he finished—
"Ow!!"
Chi-Chi grabbed his ear and roared,
"You defeated King Piccolo—you're a hero! With your strength, don't tell me you can't salvage some treasure from the ocean floor?!"
Wincing in pain, Goku didn't dare argue.
But… she wasn't wrong.
For him, retrieving treasure from the ocean would be easy.
"Alright, alright! I'll have Bulma build me a detector. Wherever there's treasure, I'll go retrieve it—okay?!"
"Hmph. That's more like it!"
Only then did Chi-Chi let go, her mood instantly brightening.
"Ever since we got married, your appetite has stressed me out so much I thought I'd go gray!"
"And now there's little Gohan too! If no one earns money, how am I supposed to support you two?!"
"But now!"
She placed her hands on her hips and burst into laughter.
"Looks like it's finally my turn to be rich! Oh ho ho ho~!"
Under the night sky, the upside-down bowl-shaped house glowed warmly with light. Inside, Chi-Chi's laughter echoed from time to time—
A simple, heartwarming scene.
…
Meanwhile, high in the sky.
Four figures flew through the air.
"Gran, so the real reason you came to see Goku wasn't just to freeload a meal—but for little Gohan, wasn't it?"
Bulma had finally pieced it together.
Gran didn't answer. He simply smiled.
Because he could tell—Chi-Chi's mindset had already begun to change.
Which meant his purpose for coming to Mount Paozu had been achieved.
Tilting her head, Bulma asked curiously,
"But Gran, why did you suddenly bring up pirate treasure?"
Gran glanced back toward Mount Paozu and chuckled.
"You know how big a Saiyan's appetite is."
The moment he said that, Bulma instantly recalled the scene of Gran and Broly devouring food at her house.
She shuddered.
If her family weren't the richest on Earth, there was no way she could afford to feed those two monsters.
Thinking about Chi-Chi having to feed two Saiyans—and considering her family's financial situation—Bulma immediately understood.
"As expected of you, Gran."
She gave him a thumbs-up.
With her family's wealth, she could easily support Goku's household.
But that kind of charity—
Goku and Chi-Chi would never accept it.
At that moment.
Whis, who had been silent all along, finally spoke.
"Gran, since you care so much about Goku and his son… why not take them with you and—"
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