The moment Roland said the words Frieza and Planet Vegeta, Bardock's expression changed violently. His emerald-green eyes locked onto Roland, and his voice trembled with agitation.
"How do you know about Planet Vegeta and Frieza? Are you from the future too?"
"That's a long story." After learning that the Saiyan on Planet Plant was Bardock, Roland already had a plan for his next challenge.
He then told Bardock where he had come from. When Bardock learned that Roland came from another parallel world rather than the future, a trace of disappointment appeared on his face. But that disappointment quickly vanished, his expression returned to normal, and he invited Roland to the place where he lived in seclusion.
Roland readily agreed and followed Bardock to a remote valley.
It was a low, secluded valley.
A small path paved with bluestone slabs extended inward from the valley pass. Once they entered the valley, an open living area appeared before them: wooden cabins, simple fences, and lush flowers, grasses, and shrubs growing all around.
"This is where I'm staying for now." Bardock led Roland into the courtyard.
"It's quite a quiet place." Roland looked over the surroundings. Aside from everyday necessities, there was also precise mechanical equipment in the courtyard, probably something Bardock had brought from other planets.
Bardock smiled. After having Roland sit down, he poured him a cup of tea.
"Tell me about the other worlds. What exactly happened in the future?"
"Of course..."
Roland sipped the tea, a cool sensation spreading through his mouth, then slowly recounted his experiences. Of course, he only touched on them briefly, focusing mainly on the situation in Universe 18.
When Bardock learned that Goku had become a Super Saiyan on Planet Namek and defeated Frieza, a gratified smile appeared on his face. After that,