Training and Family Lunches (Part 3)

"Sounds about right," Zatanna muttered before inspecting Broly, who watched her curiously.

"You took that easy enough," Zatanna pointed out. She wondered why Barbara seemed less surprised than an actual sorcerer. 'Why does everyone in that family have the mental fortitude on par with Kryptonians?' she mused.

'Why does she look like that?' was the only thought on Broly's mind as he watched the girl dressed in a bat costume stare him down. Cheelai, however, didn't like Barbara inspecting Broly so closely and stepped between them.

"Alright, enough of the ogling, 'Batgirl'?" Cheelai said. "I mean, what kind of name is Batgirl?" she questioned. Barbara was surprised for a few seconds before a sly smile graced her lips.

She pulled her cowl back, revealing her blue eyes and auburn hair. It was the first time she had revealed her face to anyone present.

"My name is Barbara Gordon. I just use Batgirl as an alias," she explained. Cheelai eyed her before nodding.

"Well, when you guys go back to my universe, please let my dad and Vegeta know they should also visit. They can bring their students along, but I'd like for them to be here in about two months," Gohan explained, turning and smiling at Diana before looking back at Beerus.

Beerus eyed Gohan suspiciously before nodding. "Alright, but you owe me!" Beerus said as Gohan nodded and smiled.

"Sure, sure," Beerus turned to Whis. "Alright, let's go. Broly's going to be my training partner," Beerus announced. Broly was surprised by the revelation but felt some excitement rise.

"I'll be sure to train him," Beerus said, turning and smirking at Broly, who suddenly felt nervous seeing Beerus's ominous glint.

Soon they split, and Gohan headed back to his home for the first time in a while. He felt deep joy at the thought of seeing his mother and brother again. Perhaps this would help solidify his mindset and help him grow even faster.

Soon, Gohan, Vermont, Diana, Barbara, and Zatanna appeared on the lookout. Gohan walked to the edge and took in the fresh air.

"This brings back some memories," Gohan spoke to no one in particular as he took a seat and stared down.

Suddenly, a figure appeared behind him, the cape blowing in the wind. "Glad to see you're back, kid," Piccolo's voice interjected. Gohan turned and saw his first master, quickly getting up to hug his friend.

"Piccolo! It's good to see you again!" Gohan exclaimed. Piccolo, initially stunned, chuckled and smiled.

"It's good to see you too, Gohan," he said. The kid looked very different from how he used to.

"Wait, your clothes! You're dressed like Lord Beerus!" Piccolo was taken aback. What had happened to Gohan?

"Oh, this?" Gohan glanced down at his uniform. "I became a God of Destruction," he explained calmly, not noticing Piccolo's shocked expression.

"Well, if anyone could do it, I suppose it would be you," Piccolo mused, eyeing Gohan.

"Now that you mention it, your Ki feels incredible," Piccolo said, finally realizing Gohan had been in Super Saiyan God. "Care to explain why you're in your Super Saiyan God form?"

"After I became a God of Destruction, I ran into some trouble in my universe, so I decided to always stay in Super Saiyan God," Gohan explained.

'Who the hell is strong enough to force Gohan to stay as a Super Saiyan God? That place must be dangerous,' Piccolo thought before another idea occurred to him.

"Well, do you plan on staying like that here?" Piccolo asked, confusing Gohan.

"Yes, why?"

"Well... I'm sure everyone will be fine with it, but I don't think Chi-Chi will be too thrilled about seeing you with red hair and eyes after you went missing," Piccolo said. Gohan's carefree expression turned to worry as he imagined his mother's reaction to his changed hair and eyes. He quickly bowed his head in relief that Piccolo reminded him. He was so happy about seeing his mother that he forgot she hates it when he changes his hair color to Super Saiyan; now he has a new color.

"Gee, thanks Piccolo! I would have been in trouble if you didn't remind me!" Gohan exclaimed.

Closing his eyes, Gohan was a bit surprised when he realized he had completely forgotten he was transformed. His hair changed from a dull red to a dark shade.

"You must have completely mastered the Super Saiyan God form," Piccolo mentioned as Gohan nodded.

"Yeah, it's even less strenuous on the body than mastered Super Saiyan," Gohan explained. "I do have a divine body now, so Super Saiyan God isn't technically a transformation for me anymore. It's just when I choose to use divine Ki instead of normal Ki." Piccolo was stunned for a second as the group approached them, with Dende among them. It seemed he had already met the heroes.

"Hey Gohan, how have you been?" Dende asked. Gohan grinned at him and placed his hand behind his head.

"I've been okay. I'm just glad I get to see everyone again," Gohan explained as Dende nodded.

"Piccolo, Dende, these are the people I met while I was away," Gohan gestured towards the heroes.

"It's a pleasure," Dende said, though he had already met the humans.

"By the way, Piccolo, I have a favor to ask," Gohan suddenly asked, their small talk had slowed down.

"What do you think of taking on a new student?" Gohan asked, Piccolo was initially stunned before glancing at the gathered heroes.

"Them?" He asked, as Gohan nodded. 

"Well, only Barbara, Diana is here with me, she is...my significant other," Gohan explained surprising Piccolo slightly. 

"And for Zatanna, well I plan on visiting Shin, or Elder Kai, but he is a bit...peculiar," Gohan commented, he could remember the pervy nature of the old kaio.

"Also, I can tell you're way stronger than you used to be!" Gohan pointed out, he could sense Piccolo had achieved something great.

While initially surprised Piccolo smirked and nodded.

"If you want a Kai, ask Buu; he has recently figured out how to communicate with the Grand Supreme Kai within himself. Of all the Kais here, I think he would be the best master for any magic user," Gohan nodded.

"That's incredible! Thanks, Piccolo," Gohan said, looking at Zatanna. "Looks like luck may be on your side; instead of Elder Kai, you get someone dignified."

Elder Kai suddenly sneezed as he flipped through a magazine with half-naked women.