ALL NOVEL Chapter 44: A weird mix
On an unknown planet in a remote part of the Milky Way, a usually unremarkable and quiet world is experiencing a remarkable transformation.
Standing together on the periphery of a large clearing in the middle of a seemingly endless, archaic jungle, the new leader of the Namekians, Monaito, and Flayk, a representative of the Cerealians are having a meeting with the two Earthlings—Shen and his companion, the sweet-natured Launch—who always tags along wherever Shen goes.
However, their ongoing discussion isn't going very well.. it has become somewhat heated.
"No way! Are you out of your mind!?" Flayk exclaims, stunned by Shen's revelation.
"Why would you want to bring those evil Saiyans back to life? Isn't it a big relief to the entire universe that they're all finally dead? So why do you want to undo it?"
"Not the truly evil ones, only the small children and those who are redeemable—those who can change their ways, only they will be revived," Shen replies, correcting the man's words.
"Even still," Flayk retorts, unwilling to budge.
"Look, I know you hate the Saiyans, and deservedly so. They've snatched your homeworld after all. But I'm not asking for your opinion. I'm going to do it—whether you like it or not."
"If so… then you can't do it on my watch!"
Flayk readies himself, forming a pistol-like hand sign—called a Finger Pistol, its a technique similar to the Crane School's Dodonpa but unique to the Cerealians. It involves shooting quick, condensed ki blasts from the fingertip, a technique that complements their exceptional eyesight. Flayk is the greatest master of this unique fighting style.
His fiery eyes, those of an experienced gunslinger, are ready for combat at any moment.
Shen shakes his head, already intending to make Flayk unconscious for a short while. "This leaves me with no choice—" He takes a step forward, about to act when…
Seeing the situation spiraling out of control, the elderly Namekian Monaito, who had been silently observing the situation traspire till now, steps in between the two and tries to defuse the tension. Similarly, Launch too intervenes to stop Shen.
Monaito approaches Flayk, calming the hot-headed man. "Let's first hear him out. He must have a good reason for this," he says.
Then, turning to Shen, he adds:
"Sir Shen, even I can't understand what you're trying to accomplish by bringing them back. How could they possibly turn over a new leaf? I don't think I need to warn you about their tendencies; it's widespread knowledge across the galaxies—and not in a good way."
The blue-haired Launch nods in agreement. "I'm also very confused…"
Shen takes a large breath and begins explaining his reasoning while inwardly cursing himself for not starting with the explanation in the first place.
"Believe me, when the Saiyans return, they'll prove helpful to us. I'm 100% sure they'll play a vital role in ensuring universal peace in the future... don't forget about frieza, there many like him, out there.. possibly, the sayains and their untapped potential will play a more essential role then anyone could ever imagine.. And it'll only be a small number of them eligible for revival. Even then, if, for some unforeseeable reason, any of them try something suspicious, they won't escape me."
"I just hope it turns out as you say," the Namekian lets out.
Flayk too relents, similarly Having no choice but to trust the Earthling's guarantee. "Fine, if you're so adamant, there's nothing we can do to stop you. Besides, you're our benefactor… we're already indebted to you."
"I'm glad it worked out!" From the side, Launch, raising her fist in a thumbs-up gesture has a wide smile on her face, which pleases Shen.
"Don't worry, you three. Have I disappointed you so far? This will absolutely be a great decision," Shen reassures them.
Monaito sighs, his thoughts drifting back to recent events...
Following Shen's revelation about the Saiyan invasion to him and the other Namekians, they, along with the two Earthlings, devised a plan involving the Dragon Balls.
First, using the Namekians' great reputation among the Cerealians, they convinced Flayk of the incoming threat. Though he might not seem like it, Flayk is a level-headed man when necessary. Despite his occasional anger issues, it didn't take long for him to join their fold after learning about the Saiyans and Frieza's reputation.
Simply put, the entire process unfolded in stages. First, with the Dragon Balls' help, a suitable alternative planet was selected. the eternal dragon that came out of the the Cerealian Dragon balls, Toronbo had presented them with many many habitable planets..
They filtered out planets with intelligent life already residing on them... Their criteria for new planet to inhabit were specific.
So, from the various options, they decided to opt for a planet resembling both Namek and Cereal, with vast grassy fields and tall, dense vegetation. Its location in the Milky Way was also advantageous—relatively close to Earth.
Shen could have allowed the Cerealians and others to live on Earth, but he concluded it would create unnecessary complications. Thus, the plan to relocate them to the new planet was finalized.
To ensure cooperation, it was decided to show the Cerealians a small glimpse of their inevitable future should they choose to remain on their home planet. This was achieved using the Dragon Balls, directly implanting the grim visions into their minds.
Beforehand, They had already convinced a few influential individuals on the planet to support the plan, avoiding complete chaos when the wider population was informed.
Presented with their potential fate, reactions varied. Many were terrified beyond belief, while others grew angry, swearing retaliation against the invaders, however even the bravest among them couldn't escape the haunting worry.
To Shen and his comrades' relief, the Cerealians decided to prepare—not to fight, but to evacuate.
With Toronbo's help, the population was teleported to the selected planet. They were safely dropped in a vast clearing: a fertile grassland with sparse trees, surrounded by a seemingly endless forest. Water sources were abundant, with small ponds and rivers flowing into a great ocean further ahead.
The Cerealians brought everything they could carry, leaving behind only immovable structures like houses and bridges. However, summoning Toronbo had its limits. According to the Namekians, the Dragon Balls of Planet Cereal could only be used five times in succession before requiring a recharge period of over eight Earth years.
This limitation thwarted Shen's hope of overusing the Dragon Balls. With two wishes reserved for later purposes, they couldn't rely on Toronbo to rebuild the Cerealian communities entirely.
Still, they worked tirelessly to establish essential facilities—temporary houses, communal kitchens, and hospitals. These short-term measures were meant to sustain them until more permanent structures could be built. Fortunately, they had managed to bring a large, albeit finite, supply of raw materials.
The transition wasn't without challenges, but despite initial confusion, the Cerealians gradually adjusted to their new reality. Well There wasn't much choice otherwise.
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Later that night, on the other side of the planet…
Under the dark starry sky, Shen, Flayk, Monaito, and Launch gather atop a cliff overlooking the ocean shoreline.
The symphony of strong waves crashing against the rocks below fills the air. Standing at the edge, Shen recites the incantation required to summon Toronbo.
"Come forth, Toronbo, and grant me my wish!" he yells.
The two Dragon Balls placed on the ground begins glowing intensely, streams of light shoots forth to the sky, as the balls rapidly merge into one.
Then at once, The formless scattered light takes shape into a pronounced figure, gradually as the bright glow shrouding the figure diminishes, a Dragon comes into everyone's view..
The Eternal Dragon of Planet Cereal, Toronbo, resembles an axolotl, with blue, translucent skin, sapphire-like scales, and whiskers reminiscent of a catfish.
"What wish do you have? State your desire, and I shall fulfill it. Though I doubt I need to remind you, Mr. Shen—this isn't your first time," Toronbo says jokingly, his surprisingly soft voice is a exact contrast if compared to Shenron from earth, who has more imposing tone.
Clearing his throat, Shen responds, "Glad to see you again, Toronbo."
The dragon nods.
"Sorry for the trouble… For mthis request, I want you to bring back the Saiyans killed in the recent destruction of Planet Vegeta. But be extra careful—revive only the young children and those who are redeemable, capable of changing their ways. Someone like Gine or Bardock."
"Hoooh!" Toronbo exclaims knowingly. "The Saiyans, huh? As always, you present me with a challenging task. Let me first assess the situation…"
The dragon gazes upward at the starry sky, seemingly dazed. A short while later, he turns back to Shen.
"I cannot bring them back to life as things stand. Along with the planet's annihilation, All the Saiyans' had their physical bodies completely destroyed. With nothing remaining but stardust, it's impossible to revive them without recreating their bodies first. However, you only have one wish at a time. You must choose: either recreate their bodies or bring them back to life."
"I had suspected as much," Shen admits, nodding knowingly. Though almost already certain of this outcome, he had still hoped for a different result.
The dragon continues "I suggest, for this wish, you request their bodies to be recreated and With your fifth and final opportunity to summon me, you may then wish for their revival."
"Let's do that," Shen agrees, he too had already anticipated this solution.
Without delay, Shen makes his fourth wish: to recreate the bodies of the dead Saiyans on a nearby sandy beach.
Immediately after, Shen catches the two Dragon Balls, before they could disperse after the wish, he summons Toronbo once again for his final wish.
The earlier scene repeats
In a few minutes, he makes his remaining wish.
The dragon fulfills Shen's request.
On the glittering sand, illuminated by the half-moon in the sky, the Saiyans slowly begin to awaken.
Young babies wail, their cries echoing into the night, fills the air "Uwaaaa!!!" The noise jolts several adult Saiyans awake among the crowd of children.
"Ugh! Would someone shut them up? Whose kid is that?" grumbles a burly man, irritated.
"Torato, is that you crying? Where is this place? Where are we?" a frantic woman calls out,
She jolts up, getting on her feet's and starts to rom around the beach, searching for her child. "Torato my baby boy, where are you? Look Your mom is here!" Although in most cases male saiyans aren't involved in child rearing, females very much are, so a mother's love isn't lost in a racial barrier.
Simultaneously, More and more Saiyan stir to life..
Like the women looking for her child, other Saiyans; adults and children alike, also try to find their family and friends.. Scanning for any face that resembles the people they are familiar with.
Among them is Gine, Bardock's wife and Goku's mother. Right as she gained consciousness, Shen spots her amidst the 100 or so adults who stand out from the swarm of 1,000—or perhaps slightly more—children.
However, Shen wasn't prepared for the shock awaiting him.
"Bardock is missing? What? Why? How?" Shen mutters, stunned. Goku's father, Bardock—the main reason for bringing back the Saiyans—was nowhere to be found.