*HUUUUUUUUUUUUU*

But then he took a deep breath, and something shifted inside him. He realized that fear was not going to help him in this situation. If anything, it would only hold him back. He had made it clear to Enzo that he was open to working with him, not for him.

Turles closed his eyes, letting go of his fear and focusing instead on his own strength and skill. He reminded himself of all the battles he had won, and all the powerful opponents he had defeated.

Fueled by his determination and courage. He knew that he was still outmatched, but he refused to back down if they came to a disagreement.

...

<3rd P.O.V>

Enzo remained in hibernation. He was unaware of the passing of time, lost in a dreamless sleep.

Finally, after what felt like an eternity, Enzo began to stir. His body twitched, and his eyes fluttered open. He took a deep breath, feeling the rush of oxygen coursing through his lungs.

He slowly stood up, his muscles stiff from the long period of inactivity. He stretched, feeling the sensation of his body coming back to life.

Enzo stretched his arms and legs, feeling the muscles loosen and relax. He felt a sense of renewed vigour and energy, knowing that his body had regenerated and was stronger than ever before.

Enzo smiled to himself, feeling a sense of satisfaction at a job well done. He knew that his hibernation was necessary to keep him at his best and to ensure that he was always ready for the next challenge.

As he left the Training Room, Enzo felt a sense of renewed purpose and determination. He was ready to face whatever the universe had in store for him, confident in his strength and abilities.

And with that, he strode purposefully down the ship's corridor, eager to take on whatever challenges lay ahead.

Enzo walked into the spaceship's medical bay, expecting to see Turles still inside his healing pod. But as he approached the pod, he noticed that it was empty.

He paused, feeling a sense of confusion. Where could Turles have gone? Had he left the ship?

As he pondered this, he heard a rustling sound coming from behind him. He turned around and saw Turles standing there, looking much healthier than he had before.

Enzo felt a sense of relief wash over him. It was good to see Turles up and about, and he knew going forward he would be an invaluable asset in their ongoing battles.

"Turles, you're out of your healing pod," Enzo said, feeling a sense of concern. "Are you feeling alright?"

Turles nodded a small smile on his lips. "I'm feeling much better, thanks to your help," he said. "I owe you a debt of gratitude."

"I honestly thought you would have skedaddled by now...Heh" Jokes Enzo

"Nahhh...honestly most of the crew I had recruited was under similar circumstances. I can't really complain much now...can I...heh" laughs Turles

Enzo approached Turles, his arms crossed over his chest, a look of disbelief on his face.

"Turles, what's the deal? You got a boost and you're still so weak," Enzo said, his tone incredulous.

Turles scowled at the android, his fists clenching at his sides. "What are you talking about? I'm stronger than ever."

Enzo then shook his head. "I can tell by looking at you that you're not even close to your full potential. What's holding you back?"

Turles gritted his teeth, his eyes flashing with anger. "You have no idea what you're talking about. I am more powerful than you can imagine."

Enzo raised an eyebrow. "Is that so? Because from where I'm standing, you look like you're struggling to keep up."

*Sigh*

"Have you ever heard of Zenkai Boost?" Enzo asked Turles.

Turles looked at him quizzically. "No, I haven't. What is it?"

"Zenkai boost is a power boost that Saiyans get after recovering from a near-fatal injury," Enzo explained. "It's a natural way for Saiyans to increase their strength, and it can be a powerful advantage in battle."

Turles was intrigued. "How does it work?" he asked.

"When a Saiyan recovers from a near-fatal injury, their body goes through a period of extreme stress," Enzo continued. "This stress triggers their body to produce more Saiyan cells, which leads to a significant increase in their power level."

Turles nodded, understanding the concept. "So, it's like a power-up after a close call," he said.

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"Yes, exactly," Enzo replied. "And the stronger the Saiyan, the more powerful the Zenkai boost. It's a natural way for Saiyans to increase their strength and become even more formidable in battle." Explains Enzo

"You know, Turles, there's something important to keep in mind when it comes to Zenkai boost," Enzo said. "From what I can see ever since you used the fruit from the Tree of Might, it has had a negative impact on your ability to gain a Zenkai boost."

Turles looked surprised. "What do you mean?" he asked.

"Well, the fruit from the Tree of Might is incredibly powerful," Enzo explained. "It can give you a massive power boost, but it most likely comes at a cost. Over time, it can damage your body and limit your potential for growth as you are increasing your power through external means."

Turles nodded, understanding the implications. "So, if I've used the fruit, I won't be able to get as strong as I could have otherwise," he said.

"Exactly," Enzo replied. "The damage done by the fruit can be permanent, and it can limit your ability to gain new power through Zenkai boost or other means."

Turles looked thoughtful. "I had no idea," he said. "I've used the fruit many times in the past. Do you think it's too late for me?"

Enzo shook his head. "Not necessarily," he said. "If you stop using the fruit and focus on training and other methods of gaining power, you can still become incredibly strong. It's just important to be aware of the consequences of using the fruit and to be mindful of your body's limits."

"Well, it's not like I can grow it again after you completely eradicated the Tree...Heh" Laughs Turles.

"You're still not at your full potential. But don't worry, I'll help you get there." Smirks Enzo with a feral glint in his eyes.

Turles takes a step back upon seeing Enzo's gaze.

Turles *Gulped*, taking another step back from Enzo. "What do you mean?" he asked nervously.

"I will beat you to near death. *Ahem* I mean that I'll train you," Enzo said immediately correcting himself. "I'll help you unlock your true power so that you can finally reach your full Zenkai potential."

*Twitch* *Twitch*

Turles eyes started twitching as he heard Enzo just casually covers up what he really wanted to do by calling it training.

"What do you mean?" Turles asked, his voice trembling.

"I mean that I'm going to b̶e̶a̶t̶ ̶y̶o̶u̶ ̶t̶o̶ ̶n̶e̶a̶r̶ ̶d̶e̶a̶t̶h̶ train you diligently," Enzo said, his eyes burning with determination. "I'm going to push you to your absolute limit, and then I'm going to push you even further. It's the only way to awaken your full potential."

Turles swallowed hard as Enzo corrected himself for a second time, realizing that Enzo was serious. He knew that he was in for a gruelling training session that was going to send him right back to the Healing Pod.

Turles kept looking at the Healing pod and then back at Enzo a few times his face started turning pale each time he looked at Enzo.

Turles looked at Enzo, a mix of fear and determination in his eyes. He knew that Enzo was serious and that he would have to face his fears and push himself to his limits if he wanted to become the warrior he knew he could be.

"Turles, I'll meet you in the training room in 10 minutes," Enzo said, his voice firm and resolute.

Turles nodded. "Alright, I'll be there," he replied.

Enzo gave him a nod before turning and walking away. Turles watched him go, feeling a sense of respect for the powerful warrior. He knew that training with him would be difficult, but he was determined to become stronger and more powerful than ever before as he no longer had any other way.

As he made his way to the training room, Turles couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation. And with Enzo by his side, he knew that he had a powerful ally to help him along the way.

<3rd P.O.V>

'*Sigh* Well at least now Turles should have his motivation to get stronger. Let's hope it stays that way when I beat him to near death a few times.' Thinks Enzo

*Chuckle*

Enzo sat down in the spaceship's control room, his mind deep in thought. He activated his AI chip and began to speak, checking his own capabilities as he did so.

"AI, run a diagnostic check on my systems," Enzo said, his voice calm and steady

*Beep*

AI chip hummed to life, running through a series of tests and checks to evaluate Enzo's capabilities. As it did so, Enzo sat back and listened, waiting for the results.

*Analysis complete* the AI chip said after a few moments. *Host is functioning at optimal levels. No signs of defect or damage detected*

Enzo nodded, feeling a sense of satisfaction.

"Run a simulation of my fighting capabilities," Enzo said, his tone firm.

*Affirmative*

The AI chip activated AI Program, and a holographic image of Enzo appeared in front of him, facing off against a virtual opponent. Enzo watched intently as the simulation played out, evaluating his own moves and techniques as he did so.

"Good, very good," he muttered to himself as he watched the simulation. "But I need to work on my speed a bit more."

*Simulation Complete* As the AI program ended.

As the simulation came to an end, Enzo leaned forward and spoke to the AI chip once more.

"Thanks for the evaluation," he said. "I'll keep working on improving my capabilities. There's always room for growth."

'Show me my status' Enzo commands the AI

*Beep*

Name : Android #01 (Enzo)

BP (Battle Power): 33200 >>> 235,700 (Base)

Strength: 122 >>> 201

Stamina: ∞

KI: 112 >>> 184

Speed: 201 >>> 325

Evolution: Tier 4 (0%)

Mission: (##ERROR###)

Ability: (Absorb - Intermediate) (Detonate - Ultimate) (Flight - Master) (Combat Mastery - Master) (Ki Mastery - Master*)

Passive: (Adaptive - Master) (Zenkai - Intermediate*) (Ki Sense - Advanced*) (Enhanced Hearing - Intermediate*) (Magic Materialization - Minor) (Regeneration - Intermediate)

Unique: (Blood Lust Aura - Master) (Ikari - Minor x10)

(A\N Blood Lust Aura - Master: This is more of a defence and de-buff skill than a power-up.)

Enzo sat back, feeling a sense of contentment. He knew that he was a powerful fighter, but he also knew that he could always get better. And with the AI chip by his side, he was confident that he could achieve anything he set his mind to.

Enzo glanced at the time display on his control panel and realized that there were still a few days left until the ship reached the Galactic Patrol outpost.

He knew that this was the perfect opportunity to continue his training with Turles. Without hesitation, Enzo got up from his seat and headed to the training room of the ship.

As he walked, Enzo reviewed in his mind the techniques and moves he wanted to practice with Turles. He was determined to improve his skills and become even stronger.

Finally, he arrived at the door of the training room. He pushed it open and stepped inside, seeing Turles already waiting for him.

"Let's begin shall we?" smirks Enzo.

"Yeah..." says Turles knowing full well this is going to be a one-sided beatdown.

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Thanks for Reading (Zeroskii)

{Hi All, Any suggestions you guys have for planets to explore or unique races to encounter and assimilate would be helpful.

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