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Chapter 5

Superman, Goku and Supergirl flew to an isolated location where they could have some privacy. They landed in a mountain area so they could talk. "I brought us out here so we could talk in private," said Superman.

"Ok, what's up," asked Goku putting his hands behind his head.

"I'm trying to understand you Goku. You just keep throwing out surprise after surprise. I know from experience everyone has their secrets but why didn't you tell us about this Super Saiyan?"

"Well no one ever asked. Besides, there wasn't any need to go Super Saiyan till Darkseid showed up."

"Alright, fair enough," said Superman.

"Can you tell me who this kid is now," Kara spoke up.

"Sure Kara, this is Goku and he's not from this dimension. He was transported here from his world and turned into a kid. We're helping him find a way to get back."

"Okay, so he's clearly not all human is he," asked Kara.

"He's from a warrior race called the Saiyans. They were nearly wiped out and lost their home planet. There's only a handful of them left."

"That's right," said Goku.

"My home planet exploded when I was just a baby. My birth parents sent me to Earth to save me. I was grew up here on Earth and try to use my powers to help people. The more I learn about you the more I feel like we're a lot alike but different at the same time," said Superman. "Goku I think that we could be friends. I have to ask though, is there anything else about you Saiyans I don't know about."

"Well there is one thing you should probably know. As long as a Saiyan has their tail they can turn into giant apes with the full moon. There were a couple of times that I turned into the ape in the past. I lose all sense of myself and can't control my actions. I never really remember anything after it's over."

"Okay that's not a cause for concern," Kara said sarcastically.

"I would never harm innocent people if I could help it. But if I turn into a gaint ape it'd be up to you to stop me," Goku warned not breaking eye contact with Superman.

"How could I stop you if something like that did happen," asked the Man of Steel.

"The only way I know of is to cut my tail off. Other than that I would turn back by dawn."

"I see, Goku what exactly is the source of your power. How did you get so strong?"

"I trained, it's no big secret I just trained to get stronger. Being a Saiyan does give me advantages but some of my friends are humans and they became pretty strong through training too. I was trained in martial arts since I was a child by my Grandpa Gohan, he was my first teacher. I was later trained by Master Roshi and learned to harness and manipulate the energy within my own body. Energy isn't unique to just Saiyans, anyone could learn how to do it with the right training."

"The source of my powers come from the Earth's yellow sun. The fact that I'm a strong as I am is due to my biology. Batman had to train his mind and body for years to be what he is today. I've always respect him because he became what he is through hard work. Wonder Woman was trained to fight by her Amazon sisters."

"Can I ask you a question now? Why were you holding back against Darkseid. You saw what he did."

"I feel like I could break this world if I'm not careful. I've always had to constant eye on what I do. Always holding back so I don't hurt someone, I've never really let myself go and unleash my full power."

"Isn't better to do that than allow someone like Darkseid to continue to harm others?"

"AND WHAT AM I SUPPOSED TO DO JUST KILL HIM? DO YOU KNOW HOW MANY TIMES I'VE BEEN TEMPTED TO DO JUST THAT? HE'S A MONSTER AND I THINK WOULDN'T EVERYONE BE SAFER IF HE WERE DEAD? I CAN'T DO IT THOUGH, I CAN'T CROSS THAT LINE. I'VE DEDICATED MY LIFE TO UPHOLDING TRUTH AND JUST. TO SETTING AN EXAMPLE FOR OTHERS. ONCE I KILL I WOULDN'T BE ANY BETTER THAN THEM," Superman finished. Kara was a little frightened by her cousin's outburst. "Sorry, it just seems like an endless cycle sometimes and it's frustrating."

"I don't like the idea of killing anymore than you do. I try to talk sense into my enemies. Give them a chance to change. Not everyone is willing to listen to reason."

"I try to always look for the best in people, it's not always easy. I want to make this world a safer place."

"You can't eradicate all evil from this world, no one can. Like I said, there's a balance to everything. As long as there is good, evil will exist to balance it. None of us can change that no matter how much we might want to. We can't escape time and sooner or later we have to pass the torch to the next generation. Allow them to protect the peace in this world as we do."

Superman didn't say anything, just absorbing all of it. Suddenly Goku's stomach stated to growl. "Hey, can we go get something to eat now," asked the Saiyan. Superman just let out a small laugh. "What do you think Kara, wanna go get a bite?"

"Uh, sure I guess," was all she said.

- The Next Day –

Clark was at the Daily Planet when Perry White called meeting with his reporters. Apparently news of Goku had spread and questions were flying. "Everybody's talking about this monkey boy. Word is he helped defeat Darkseid and has been seen with the Justice League. Someone want to tell me why we don't have an exclusive yet," Perry said.

"No one knows where he is chief," said Lois Lane.

"Well you're reporters Lane find him. I wanna know who he is. Where does he come from? Why does he have a tail? What does he want? And I want it all on the front page of the Daily Planet. Jimmy I want some pictures."

Clark was silent the whole time. He should have seen this coming. Now what was he going to do? Of course people are going to start asking questions.

After the meeting and they went back to their desks Clark noticed Lois leaving. "Where are you going," he asked her.

"To look for Superman Smallville. If this monkey boy is hanging around the Justice League he should know the monkey boy." With that Lois walked off. Clark knew Lois wasn't going to give up till she got her story.

Lois was on the roof of the Daily Planet calling for Superman. The Man of Steel landed to greet her. "What am I a dog Lois?"

"Well your number's not exactly listed," she replied.

"Did you need something?"

"Word is there's a new comer in town. Some monkey boy that's hanging around you guys. They say he helped you defeat Darkseid as well. Know him?"

Superman knew Goku is a carefree guy and doesn't really care for hiding his identity or keeping secrets. Still Clark decided to protect his new friend and not give away too much information. "We call him Saiyan and he's only here temporarily."

"Temporarily huh, care to elaborate?"

"No I'm afraid not Lois, all I can say is he's here for a short time."

"Where does he come from then?"

"That's not for me to say. Just know that he's a friend and someone who's here to help."

"Can you at least tell me what happened with Darkseid?"

"It was a tough battle and Saiyan was a big help against Darkseid."

"Well I guess I'm not getting too much more out of you am I?"

"Sorry Lois but in the interest of his privacy I can't say too much."

"So is he a new League member or what?"

"Temporarily, I wanted him to see what we do."

Seeing Superman wasn't going to say much more Lois decided that was enough questioning. After saying their goodbyes Superman flew off.