Dragonball Z: Becoming the brother of Goku

The night had fallen, and the elders of the Yardrat planet gathered in the banquet hall. They were informed that a foreigner, a Saiyan named Raditz, wanted to learn their secret skills, which was a rare event. Usually, such matters could be discussed without the need for a grand feast.

However, there was something unusual about this situation. The rumors about the Saiyan race were not favorable, and many believed them to be ruthless thugs serving Frieza. Yet, Suma had mentioned that Raditz had played a role in defeating Frieza, which piqued the elders curiosity.

"This time, I've heard that he's a Saiyan."

"A Saiyan! Aren't they the henchmen of Frieza?"

"Let's be cautious, we wouldn't want him to hear us. Suma did mention that he resisted Frieza's forces, possibly alongside his companions, and defeated Frieza."

"Perhaps that's why we're gathered here in the banquet hall. But the Saiyan race does have a rather notorious reputation..."

"We were all against it initially. We need to present a united front..."

The elders exchanged hushed words as they waited for the proceedings to begin.

When Suma, the leader of the Yardrat planet, entered the banquet hall with Raditz, the elders expressions ranged from skepticism to outright distrust. The stereotypes surrounding the Saiyan race were deeply ingrained, and it was challenging to overcome such prejudices. After all, there were numerous negative rumors about Saiyans.

"Everyone, this is Raditz, the Saiyan I mentioned earlier. He wishes to learn our secret skills, and I've called this gathering to seek your opinions. Before we make a decision, Raditz has prepared a meal for everyone to enjoy."

Suma's words confused the elders further. Why had they been summoned to a banquet? Nevertheless, their curiosity was piqued.

With a wave of Suma's hand, the waitstaff began serving the dishes that Raditz had prepared. Yardrat planet cuisine was known for being monotonous, consisting mostly of roasted meats and fruits. Vegetables were rarely included in their diet. However, Raditz had brought a variety of Earth spices and foods with him.

The dishes were colorful, unique, and foreign to the Yardratians. Each dish looked strange and unfamiliar, leaving the elders hesitant and unsure about how to proceed.

"Is this... edible?"

"I'm not sure, it looks like the excrement of a green worm."

"Well... I can smell something appetizing, but it's unfamiliar... Let's see how Suma handles it."

The elders exchanged uncertain glances and kept a close watch on Suma, waiting for the leader to make the first move.

Suma, too, was cautious. The Yardratians had never encountered such cuisine before. They hesitated to start and, for a moment, the room fell silent.

Raditz broke the silence by taking a spoonful of chicken soup and tasting it. Encouraged by his action, the elders followed suit, cautiously tasting the unfamiliar dishes.

The taste exploded in their mouths, and expressions of delight gradually replaced their initial uncertainty. They discovered that the Earth cuisine was incredibly delicious.

"It's delicious!" Suma exclaimed, his spoon falling from his hand as he expressed his delight.

The taste was beyond anything they had ever experienced. It was a sensory explosion, with flavors dancing on their taste buds and spreading through their bodies. It was an exquisite and heavenly sensation.

Raditz had only learned basic home cooking, but even his simple dishes were heavenly to the Yardratians palates. Suddenly, their traditional diet of meat and fruit seemed unappetizing in comparison.

"It's delicious!" the elders echoed, savoring every bite.

In no time, they had devoured nearly half of the dishes, their enthusiasm and satisfaction evident. After setting their spoons down, they eagerly turned to the barbecue dishes, even more delicious thanks to Raditz's unique seasonings. They unashamedly indulged themselves, their faces greasy but content.

Finally, they reluctantly set down their spoons and turned to the barbecued meat. The barbecue was a familiar sight, but the seasonings made it a completely new experience. Raditz observed with satisfaction as the elders dug into the meat, enjoying every bite.

The elders adventurous taste buds were awakened, and they eagerly inquired about the dishes.

"What is this?"

"Tomato scrambled eggs."

"What are tomatoes? Eggs? Some sort of bird's egg?"

Raditz sighed and tried to explain, "Tomatoes are a type of fruit, and eggs are... well, they're the reproductive bodies of animals, like birds."

The Yardrat Stars looked perplexed, and Raditz couldn't help but chuckle at their confusion.

"And this one?"

"Beef with potatoes."

"And this? This?"

Raditz patiently described each dish, their ingredients, and preparation methods.

A group of elders, like curious children, continued to ask questions about the food, their eyes shining with wonder.

"What's in this dish?"

"Ratatouille."

"What an unusual name. And this?"

"Lasagna."

"Lasagna... it sounds exotic. How about this one?"

...

Raditz answered their questions with enthusiasm, realizing that food was a universal language that transcended cultural barriers.

Then, he unveiled his ultimate weapon—Instant Noodles.

"Instant noodles?!" the Yardratians exclaimed, their curiosity piqued.

The elders couldn't wait to try them, and they watched intently as Raditz used a fork to pick up a few strands of the twisted noodles. Eager to emulate him, they followed suit.

As the noodles entered their mouths, they were immediately captivated by the rich, flavorful broth. The taste sent waves of pleasure coursing through their bodies. Even with Raditz's basic cooking skills, the Yardratians were thoroughly impressed.

In the end, the food had won the elders over completely. Their curiosity about Earth cuisine had opened a new world for them. They were no longer hesitant to teach Raditz their secret skills, realizing that good food was a universal language that could bridge even the widest cultural gaps.

The next day, Suma arranged for Raditz to don Yardratian attire and meet his mentor, Rep, who was a master of Instant Transmission on the planet.