Within the vast and boundless North Galaxy, on the planet known as Saiyan Star, a towering man stood proudly on the mirror-like azure sea.
His golden hair stood upright, radiant light shining from every strand, and even his eyebrows had turned a dazzling gold.
A raging golden aura surged around him as if it could incinerate everything nearby.
His light green eyes, like cold stars in the night sky, emitted a sharp and majestic glow.
However, the dazzling golden light gradually receded. The color of his hair slowly changed from brilliant gold back to deep black.
Bardock slowly exhaled a turbid breath and murmured, "It's been three full years, and I can finally maintain my sanity in the Super Saiyan Berserker form."
Recalling the terrifying experience of losing control three years ago, Bardock still felt lingering fear.
That berserk rampage had been like an unstoppable nightmare, lasting seven days and seven nights.
During that period of madness, he had become an uncontrollable destruction machine. Wherever he went, countless planets were annihilated by his power.
Eventually, exhaustion overwhelmed him, his consciousness faded, and he fainted in the endless void of space.
Fortunately, Paragus and the others, who had been rescued by Mels, had been following him from a distance in their spaceship.
If not for their protection, Bardock, after losing consciousness, would likely have died miserably from lack of oxygen in the cold and desolate vacuum of space.
After being fed a Senzu Bean, Bardock returned to Saiyan Star and began a long and arduous period of secluded training.
As for Frieza's ultimate fate, Bardock himself had no idea.
Over the past three years, there had been no news of Frieza anywhere in the North Galaxy.
Bardock guessed that with the vitality of the Frost Demon race, Frieza probably wasn't dead. Most likely, he was plotting something somewhere in the universe.
Meanwhile, Paragus's efforts to dispatch Saiyans to take over the former Frieza Force territories progressed extremely smoothly.
Currently, eighty percent of the life-sustaining planets in the entire North Galaxy had been brought under Saiyan rule.
Under the strong urging of his clansmen, Bardock eventually held a grand coronation ceremony.
His title advanced from the former King Vegeta to Saiyan Emperor.
Originally, Paragus had suggested he call himself the Universe Emperor, but Bardock preferred the title Saiyan Emperor.
At the same time, countless cosmic civilizations began referring to the Saiyans as the Royal Family, while the ruling Saiyan lineage was revered as the Imperial Family.
The remaining twenty percent of habitable planets were still under the jurisdiction of the Galaxy King, and Bardock had never ordered an attack on them.
This was partly because Mels had saved Raditz and the others three years ago, and partly because the Galaxy King held legitimate authority within the galaxy.
If they attacked without a justifiable reason, how would they be any different from Frieza in the past?
Through continuous campaigns, the Saiyans had grown significantly stronger.
Their average combat power now generally hovered around 100,000.
Toma, Garna, Selypa, and Paragus had all gone through a Great Explosion phase, pushing their power levels beyond one million.
Among the younger generation, Raditz ranked first with a power level of 50,000, followed by his classmate Nappa, who had reached 30,000.
Currently, both of them were diligently studying Basic Ki Training, Saiyan Potential and Development, and Combining Techniques with Ki Usage at Saiyan Elementary School.
Suddenly, Toma's urgent voice came through the Glory Helmet Bardock was wearing.
"Emperor, representatives from the Anti-Saiyan Alliance have come to negotiate."
Bardock replied impatiently, "Let Paragus meet them. Be firm with your attitude. Our Saiyans only accept their unconditional surrender. We will not listen to any other terms."
The existence of this Anti-Saiyan Alliance was, in fact, seventy percent Bardock's responsibility.
Its earliest members were survivors from planets destroyed during Bardock's berserk rampage three years ago.
Over time, it gradually expanded by absorbing planets unwilling to submit to Saiyan rule.
With their weak combat power, they had been like rats hiding in a gutter, occasionally harassing the Saiyan Empire.
Recently, however, they seemed to have found a powerful backer. They had suddenly become bold enough to openly attempt negotiations with the Saiyan Empire.
Toma hesitated before replying, "Emperor, their leader specifically requested to see you."
Hearing this, Bardock's temper flared.
"Toma, have you joined the Anti-Saiyan Alliance? Why are you so obedient? If he tells you to die, will you go?"
After being scolded, Toma laughed awkwardly.
"Hehe, what are you saying, Emperor? I'm a Saiyan. My head isn't messed up. Why would I go against myself?"
Bardock chuckled and cursed, "Get lost."
Toma replied loudly, "Alright! I'll contact Lord Paragus immediately."
Bardock suddenly asked, "Who is leading the negotiations this time?"
Toma paused briefly before answering, "It's a Kanassan named Du'aluo. He hasn't been well-known before. I don't know why the Anti-Saiyan Alliance sent him this time."
Bardock's expression turned slightly serious.
"This isn't some ordinary weakling. Have someone escort them to the Imperial Palace. I'll be there shortly."
Toma couldn't help but ask, "Emperor, do you know something?"
Bardock frowned slightly.
"This Du'aluo is not simple. He might possess methods we don't fully understand. Either way, let's see what they're planning first."
Toma replied, "Yes, Emperor. Understood."
After ending the communication, Bardock chuckled to himself.
"Heh, an Illusion Demon. Interesting."
Du'aluo was someone Bardock remembered from his previous life's knowledge of the Bardock: The Father of Goku story.
Back then, Bardock's squad had encountered trouble while conquering Planet Kanassa.
Only Bardock, heavily injured, managed to return to Planet Vegeta.
It was this same Du'aluo who defeated Bardock—whose power level was over 10,000—using the Illusion Demon Fist.
Ironically, that defeat had granted Bardock the ability to see the future.
Through those visions, he learned that Frieza would eventually destroy Planet Vegeta, leading to the moment when he sent his youngest son, Kakarot, to Earth.
Outside the Imperial Palace, Paragus and several high-ranking Saiyans stood waiting.
"Your Majesty," Paragus greeted respectfully.
Bardock looked at him calmly and smiled.
"Let's go. Let's see what tricks this Anti-Saiyan Alliance is trying to pull."
With his head held high, Bardock strode forward, leading the Saiyans toward the Throne Hall.
Paragus walked beside him and said, "Emperor, according to reliable intelligence, the Anti-Saiyan Alliance has recently been in contact with the Galaxy Patrol."
Bardock nodded confidently.
"A bunch of maggots in a ditch. If they dare crawl out, they should be prepared to be crushed."
As he spoke, the two quickened their pace toward the Throne Hall.
Just then, Selypa suddenly ran over with a bright smile.
"Emperor, Empress Gine has successfully given birth to a boy."