The New Deity

Yes, Yuujin now has a combat power of 10,000 points!

Moreover, this value is just a reading from the detector, representing the amount of energy and Ki within Yuujin. If combined with the martial arts skills he has honed over the years, his actual combat abilities far exceed this!

"Deity, I'm coming."

Enveloped in a massive aura, Yuujin gave a warning before flashing forward to appear right in front of the deity.

"So fast?!"

A chill surged through the deity, and he instinctively prepared to defend.

However—

Boom!

"Ugh!"

Yuujin's punch landed on the deity's abdomen, causing him to stagger back, hands clutching his stomach, until he eventually collapsed.

The mighty deity had fallen in just one move!

Master Roshi, Son Gohan, and others were in utter disbelief, struggling to comprehend what had just happened. Meanwhile, a smile formed at the corner of Yuujin's mouth.

The moment he decided to go all out, this outcome was already inevitable!

Of course, Yuujin held back; otherwise, the deity wouldn't have just fallen—he would've been blown away entirely.

As the aura around him dissipated, Yuujin cracked his neck, while Mr. Popo finally came to his senses—

"The match is over! The victor is Yuujin!"

Although he found it hard to believe, Mr. Popo declared the result, stunned that the deity he revered as invincible had been defeated so swiftly and thoroughly.

"Yuujin won! He won!"

"He's amazing! Yuujin is amazing!"

Goku cheered while Bulma and Tights excitedly rushed to Yuujin, their eyes filled with stars. Even they, who knew little about martial arts, could sense his strength, and to think that he had defeated the legendary deity! Just the thought was thrilling!

As he affectionately patted both girls' heads, Yuujin seemed indifferent to his victory.

His and the deity's power levels weren't even in the same dimension. With his 10,000 combat points, he was bound to crush the deity with mere hundreds—anything less would've been odd!

As Mr. Popo and Korin checked on the deity, Master Roshi and Son Gohan approached Yuujin.

"To think you could defeat the deity so easily, Yuujin, you've grown this powerful…"

Master Roshi had a complicated look as memories of training Yuujin surfaced in his mind, and he couldn't help but sigh.

"No matter how strong I become, I'm always your disciple, Master Roshi."

"I owe my achievements today to your guidance," Yuujin said earnestly.

Even though Yuujin believed he could reach this level without Master Roshi's teachings, it would have taken him much longer, with far more obstacles. His gratitude was genuine.

"Yes, no matter how strong you get, you're still my student."

"Heheh…"

Master Roshi felt a sense of pride, grinning widely.

As Son Gohan also expressed his admiration, Karin fed the deity a Senzu Bean to heal his injuries. The deity, Karin, and Mr. Popo then approached Yuujin and the others.

"Apologies for earlier, Deity," Yuujin bowed to the deity to show respect.

Losses and victories are normal in battle, but since he'd injured the deity, showing courtesy was only right.

"It's fine. Witnessing such power has been an honor. I should be the one thanking you," the deity replied, without a hint of bitterness.

"You're called Yuujin, correct?"

"Since I lost to you, as per our agreement, you will now be the new deity. Earth is a beautiful planet—I hope you'll use your power wisely to protect it."

With a solemn look, the deity officially acknowledged Yuujin as his successor, making him Earth's new deity.

"I love this planet, and I promise that I'll protect it!" Yuujin replied sincerely, and the deity nodded.

"Deity, what do you plan to do next?" Yuujin asked.

"I haven't decided yet, but now that I'm no longer the deity, I'm free to roam the earth. I may do some exploring."

"Would you be interested in learning about your origins?" Yuujin asked with a hint of a smile.

"You know something about my origins?" The deity was visibly shocked.

"You might not know this, but you're a Namekian from a planet called Namek. Goku and I visited that planet during our travels," Yuujin explained, and Goku jumped in to add:

"Yes! And the people there look exactly like you, with two small antennae on their heads!"

Namekians are a powerful race with many unique abilities, including long-distance vision, super hearing, regeneration, and limb extension. They even created the Dragon Balls, which can grant any wish.

During their travels, Yuujin and Goku visited Namek, where they made many friends. However, due to harsh environmental conditions, the planet was on the brink of death, so they couldn't stay long.

"I see… I see…" The deity murmured to himself, filled with emotion.

He had always sensed he was different from humans but, due to memory loss, never knew his origins. Now he learned he was an alien!

After asking Yuujin about Namek, the deity explained some responsibilities Yuujin would have as the new deity. Then, with everyone's well-wishes, the deity left the temple, ready to explore the earth he had guarded for centuries, and eventually to seek his home planet.

From then on, Yuujin would assume his place as Earth's new deity and protector.

To be continued…