Chapter 8: Resolve to Die

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The wind blew from the wilderness, gently sweeping through Raditz's long hair.

"Goku, do you remember when I told you that the Saiyan race is not just me?" Raditz spoke.

"There are actually four of us, including me," he continued. "But the other two have much greater power than me. One of them is a famous warrior with incredible strength, and the other is Prince Vegeta. His power level is ten times greater than mine!"

Raditz spoke in a deep voice, and the expressions of the two faces opposite him changed drastically, as if they had heard the most terrible news.

There were actually two Saiyans stronger than them!

"I can tell you that your current power level is around 400, and your maximum attack power is just a little over 1,000. I can stabilize mine at 1,800. As for Vegeta, his power level is 18,000! It would only take a single energy bomb to wipe us out."

Piccolo's forehead started to sweat again, and he breathed heavily.

Though Goku remained silent, his body trembled.

Even the children understood the vast difference in power levels. If they were to face Raditz, they would be like ants.

This was precisely the effect Raditz wanted. A slight smile appeared on the corner of his mouth as he continued, "Don't panic, there's more to it. We Saiyans work for someone who claims to be the Emperor of the Universe. His name is Frieza, and he's a fearsome character. Remember how I said the Saiyan planet was destroyed by meteors? Well, that's not the truth. Frieza was the one who destroyed Planet Vegeta!"

"Destroy... planets?"

"Frieza... the Emperor of the Universe... Wait, if the Saiyans work for him, why would he destroy their planet?"

A flood of information overwhelmed Goku and Piccolo, making it hard for them to fully accept what they were hearing.

Piccolo, who had once believed himself to be the ruler of the world, was suddenly faced with the existence of a cosmic monster, instantly raising the stakes and leaving him feeling unsettled.

"Let me explain further. Frieza indeed wanted the Saiyans to work for him, but in secret, the Saiyans didn't truly obey Frieza. They were actually planning to rebel. However, Frieza was well-prepared for them and preemptively destroyed the entire planet."

"The Saiyans couldn't fight back? How could so many powerful warriors be eliminated by just one person?"

Raditz couldn't help but smile, shaking his head. "No matter how many ants gather, they cannot stand against a monster. Frieza's power level is... 530,000!"

Goku and Piccolo's hearts pounded like they had been struck by a giant hammer, overwhelmed by the shock.

Such astronomical power levels were beyond belief, making them realize just how small they truly were.

"There are opponents like that, but we stand no chance at all!" Goku was half-shocked, half-excited, feeling the Saiyan blood boiling within him.

"Hey, you don't want to fight Frieza... do you?" Piccolo said with a smile.

"That's really how I feel deep down."

"That's just like you."

The two acknowledged the situation they were facing, allowing their initial panic to subside.

Observing their reaction, Raditz continued, "The remaining Saiyans are being manipulated by Frieza, forced to work for him until they are eventually wiped out. He has no mercy, and anyone who poses a threat to him or is of no use to him ends up dead."

"But how does this concern us?" Piccolo asked.

"Doesn't it concern you? I came to Earth because Vegeta sent me here. Soon, Earth will become the target of Frieza's raid. What's even more terrifying is that Frieza's ambition extends to the entire Milky Way, even the universe. Earth will be targeted. Goku is also a Saiyan. If Frieza wants to eliminate the Saiyans completely, he will come after you eventually. So, do you still think it doesn't concern you?"

Piccolo fell silent.

"The only way forward is to resist! The Saiyans who aren't satisfied with Frieza, despite lacking sufficient power to confront him directly, have chosen to endure. We just need to unite them and become stronger ourselves. Only then will we have a chance to fight against Frieza!" Raditz exclaimed, his voice echoing as the wind blew in all directions.

His words struck a chord with Goku and Piccolo, who now faced an unprecedented crisis, their minds filled with thoughts of Saiyans, the King of the Universe, destruction, and power.

Goku analyzed calmly, "But how can we reach a power level of 530,000 in such a short time? And from what you've said, the other two Saiyans don't seem like the cooperative type."

"Indeed, those two are very arrogant, especially the prince. Merely persuading them won't work. We might have to prove our strength to convince them. As for increasing our own power, I have a shortcut," Raditz said, deliberately drawing out his words, capturing the full attention of the two. "It involves... dying once!"

Death?! Goku and Piccolo's expressions suddenly changed.

How could death lead to an increase in power? It sounded like a joke.

Anticipating their reaction, Raditz explained patiently, "Don't be alarmed. There is a god called the King Kai who exists on a higher plane than the gods of Earth. If you die and preserve your body, you can train under the King Kai. If death is not an option, there's another way to reach him. However, we can't achieve it under the current circumstances. That's why this method is necessary."

"Do you mean... we have to die?"

"Don't we have the Dragon Balls? They can bring us back to life."

"You even know about the Dragon Balls!" Goku was astonished.

"Naturally, I've done some research. But that's not the point. The point is that you have a good relationship with the gods of Earth. After death, your bodies will be preserved for training. Then, with a referral from them and the King Yemma's approval, you can go to the King Kai."

Raditz glanced as if he had experienced it himself. Piccolo remained skeptical. "How do you know all this?"

"I just do. Trust me, I will be the first to die. But I need you to accompany me, introduce me to the King, and train together."

"This..." Piccolo had nothing to say when Raditz expressed his willingness to die first. After all, entrusting one's life to someone else and playing tricks was equivalent to placing one's life in another's hands.

"In addition, you need to train with Son Gohan. He is an essential force in combat," Raditz added, to which Goku nodded, expressing his trust in Raditz.

In fact, Goku had already believed in Raditz when he saw Gohan return, and Raditz's performance in the subsequent battle only reinforced that belief. After some explanation, everything seemed reasonable, and Goku even felt a sense of joy in finding a biological brother.

"Piccolo, your life is tied to Kami, so you won't be able to participate in this training. I'm sorry," Goku said with a smile.

"Hey, if he ends up deceiving you, you would have died in vain," Piccolo replied, glancing at Goku. "But that's fine. With me out of the picture, I'll be free to rule the world, Goku."

The two looked at each other and smiled.

Raditz picked up the scouter, stepped forward, and stood in front of Goku, nodding.

"Let's do this!"

At that moment, Gohan emerged from behind the rock, crying out, "Dad!"

"Gohan! Dad's coming back!" Goku shouted, his smile still on his face despite facing a multitude of formidable opponents. His blood was already boiling with excitement.

In the face of their resolve to die, PIccolo unleashed a new move: the Special Beam Cannon!

A spiral of light containing immense energy burst forth, casting a blinding glow that elongated their shadows. In an instant, the light beam hurtled towards the two of them. However, just as the Special Beam Cannon was about to strike, Raditz swiftly countered with a Shock Wave!

The collision of the two energies caused a massive explosion. The shockwave swept across the square, splitting the ground in its wake, and the crack extended into the distance as if the earth had been torn asunder.

"You truly deceived us!" Piccolo yelled angrily.

"No, no, I suddenly had a thought. Why don't we make a wish to the Dragon Balls instead? It's also an opportunity for wishes, and it saves us from dying..." Raditz quickly explained, sweating profusely.

"..."

Goku and Piccolo fell silent for a moment, then both said, "That actually sounds... right."

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