[There's no incoming punch, though it's highly possible that Trunks might flinch as Vegeta claps a hand on his shoulder once he gets to his feet, looking at him appraisingly. No, considering the location of the wound and the fact that it goes straight through to the back, there's no way the boy could have survived. He curls his newly-restored tail around his waist before his eyes travel back up towards Trunks' face.]
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I take it time has passed for you, as well.