Chapter 17: Beyond the Angels
The air crackled with tension as Alex stood across from Marcarita, his body still vibrating with the energy of Ultra Instinct. He could feel the weight of the moment—the culmination of years of grueling training in the time-warped dimension. Though he had mastered Ultra Instinct to the level of an angel, something stirred within him. Deep down, Alex knew he was capable of more. He could feel it in his blood, a power beyond what even Marcarita, or perhaps any other angel, could comprehend.
Marcarita stood calm and composed, her staff by her side, her eyes never leaving Alex. "You've grown far beyond expectations, Alex. But you must understand—there is a difference between mastering Ultra Instinct and surpassing an angel."
Her words were meant as a warning, but to Alex, they felt like a challenge.
He clenched his fists, feeling his power surge. "I respect you, Marcarita. You've helped me achieve more than I ever thought possible. But I know there's still another level I can reach."
Marcarita's eyes softened, though a hint of curiosity danced behind them. "Very well. Show me."
Unleashing the Bloodlines
As the wind around them began to pick up, Alex took a deep breath and centered himself. The powers of Ultra Instinct, Super Saiyan, and Frieza's bloodline coursed through his veins, intertwining and merging. Unlike before, when he had to consciously activate them, now they felt like extensions of himself—like limbs, always present and ready.
He tapped into the latent power of the Ancient Saiyan bloodline, the primal strength surging through him, amplifying his energy beyond what a normal Saiyan could ever achieve. His aura flared golden, then blue, and finally settled into a pure, shimmering silver—the signature of Ultra Instinct—but even this form didn't feel like his limit.
"Let's push it further," he whispered, his eyes glowing with intensity.
Drawing from his Frost Demon bloodline, Alex's body hardened, becoming more resilient, more durable. The raw potential of Frieza's race, combined with the aggressive power of the Saiyan blood, created a harmonious blend of force and precision. His energy exploded outward, shaking the very fabric of the dimension they were in.
Marcarita's calm demeanor faltered for the first time as she felt the shift. "This... this is different," she muttered, gripping her staff tighter.
Without hesitation, Alex launched himself toward her. His speed was unreal, far faster than any form of Ultra Instinct he had used before. Marcarita barely had time to react as Alex closed the distance in a blink. She raised her staff, but Alex anticipated her move, weaving past her defense with perfect precision.
Their clash erupted into a blur of light and energy. Marcarita moved with her angelic grace, each of her strikes calculated and powerful. But Alex matched her step for step, his movements flowing effortlessly, guided by instinct but driven by something more—an insatiable desire to surpass his limits.
With each exchange, Alex felt his power growing. His body adjusted to Marcarita's attacks in real time, and soon, he began to predict her movements before she made them. The energy surrounding them reached a boiling point, sparks flying as their blows connected.
"You're stronger than I imagined," Marcarita said, her voice strained but still composed. "But this will not be enough to surpass me."
Alex's eyes burned with determination. "I'm just getting started!"
Tapping into the True Power
As their battle raged on, something within Alex snapped. It wasn't a loss of control, but rather an awakening. He felt a surge of power deep inside—a dormant force, one that had been lurking within his bloodlines, waiting for this moment to be unleashed.
The Frieza bloodline's cold, calculating strength merged with the Saiyan's fierce battle spirit. The power of the God of Destruction, inherited from Beerus, flared to life. And then, something entirely new emerged—a form that transcended even Ultra Instinct.
Alex's aura shifted, becoming darker, more intense. His silver hair, which signified Ultra Instinct, began to take on a more ethereal glow, almost as if it was infused with godly energy. His eyes, once serene with the calm of instinctual movement, now glowed with a mix of raw power and perfect control.
Marcarita took a step back, her calm composure breaking as she realized what was happening. "Impossible…"
Alex's entire body radiated a power that felt otherworldly, beyond anything an angel should face. He had transcended the limits of not just Ultra Instinct, but of the mortal realm itself. He had tapped into the combined potential of all his bloodlines, amplified by the powers granted to him by the R.O.B.
With a single step, Alex closed the gap between them. Marcarita swung her staff, but this time, her strike met nothing but air. Alex had dodged it effortlessly, his movements so fast they seemed to defy reality.
He appeared behind her in an instant, his voice calm yet filled with overwhelming power. "This is what it means to surpass even an angel."
Before Marcarita could react, Alex raised his hand, gathering an immense amount of energy in his palm. The energy pulsed with a brilliant, godly light, but rather than unleashing it in an attack, Alex simply held it there, showing his dominance. Marcarita's eyes widened as she realized that, in that moment, Alex could end the fight if he chose to.
But he didn't.
He let the energy dissipate, lowering his hand and stepping back. The message was clear—he had won.
Marcarita lowered her staff, breathing heavily, though her expression was one of awe. "You've truly surpassed me, Alex. I never thought I'd see the day when someone could reach this level."
Alex's aura slowly faded as he returned to his normal state, though the power still hummed beneath the surface, ready to be called upon at any moment. "I wouldn't have been able to do it without your guidance. You pushed me beyond my limits."
Marcarita smiled softly, though there was a hint of pride in her eyes. "You've become something extraordinary, Alex. You're no longer bound by the limitations of your bloodlines or even the power of a god of destruction. You've carved your own path, one that surpasses even the angels."
Alex nodded, feeling a deep sense of fulfillment. He had achieved something he never thought possible—surpassing the very beings who were once considered the pinnacle of power in the multiverse.
But as he stood there, basking in the aftermath of his victory, Alex knew one thing for certain: this was only the beginning. His journey was far from over, and the challenges that lay ahead would require even more strength, more mastery.
For now, though, he had proven himself. He had surpassed Marcarita, and with his newfound power, there was no telling how far he could go.
As the sun set over the strange dimension, Alex looked up at the sky, feeling a sense of calm wash over him. He had come so far, but his ambitions stretched even further. With Marcarita's guidance and his own limitless potential, there was no ceiling for his power.
The universe had yet to see the full extent of what Alex, the son of Shiva and the grandson of Lucifer, was truly capable of.